Kaila Estrada

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Kaila Estrada
Born
Michaela Aryanna de Belen Estrada

(1996-03-16) March 16, 1996 (age 29)
Alma mater De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde
Occupations
  • Actress
  • model
Years active2013–present
Agent Star Magic (2021–present)
Parent(s) Janice de Belen (mother)
John Estrada (father)
Relatives Gelli de Belen (aunt)
Website starmagicph.com/kaila-estrada

Michaela Aryanna "Kaila" de Belen Estrada (born March 16, 1996) is a Filipino actress and model. Following several stints in modeling, she signed with Star Magic in 2021 and made her first screen appearance in the drama mystery series Viral Scandal (2021). Her profile increased in 2023 following her roles in the television series Linlang and Can't Buy Me Love . She has received nominations for an Asian Academy Creative Award and a Star Award for Television.

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Early life

Michaela Aryanna de Belen Estrada was born on March 16, 1996. [1] She is the youngest daughter and third of four children of actors John Estrada and Janice de Belen. [2] [3] Estrada graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Arts Management from the De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde in 2017. [4]

Career

Modeling (2013–2020)

At age 17, Estrada began modeling in 2013 as a ramp model for fashion designer Randy Ortiz. [5] The following year, she signed with Mercator Models and Talent Management. [6] In 2018, she took part in #SMYouthDenim fashion show at SM Makati as an ambassadress for SM Youth. [7]

Acting debut and breakthrough (2021–present)

Following her contract signing with Star Magic in 2021, Estrada ventured into acting and made her first screen appearance in the mystery drama Viral Scandal as Raven Ramones. In an exclusive interview with Metro Style, she revealed that she auditioned for the role twice as the production felt she was a bit stiff the first time she auditioned. [8] Her performance was met with praises from the viewers and critics alike, noting her "crisp delivery of lines". [9] The following year, she appeared in the hybrid narrative-reality show The Chosen One aired on PIE Channel. [10] In March 2022, she starred in an episode of drama anthology Maalaala Mo Kaya as Karen Bordador, a former radio DJ and Pinoy Big Brother Kumunity Season 10 Celebrity Edition alumna. [11] The episode was named the National Winner for "Best Single Drama or Telemovie/Anthology" at the Asian Academy Creative Awards. [12] Later in 2022, she starred in a three-part special episode of Maalaala Mo Kaya as Abby. [13] The following year, Estrada starred alongside Joao Constancia and Chie Filomeno in the second season of Love Bites streaming on ABS-CBN Entertainment's official YouTube channel. [14] In July 2023, she played a supporting role in the comedy-drama Fit Check: Confessions of an Ukay Queen on Amazon Prime Video. Upon release, the series was one of the most-watched TV shows on the platform throughout its run. [15]

Her portrayal of Sylvia Lualhati in Linlang received widespread acclaim and earned a nomination at the ContentAsia Awards 2024 for Best Supporting Actress in a TV Programme/Series. [16] [17] [18] Viewers were also surprised for the plot twist involving her character Bettina Tiu in the romantic drama series Can't Buy Me Love . [19] [20] [21]

Since 2025, Estrada has starred as cyber hacker and agent Max Alvaro in the action series Incognito . [2]

Filmography

Film

YearTitleRoleRef(s)
2024FruitcakeTazha [22]
That Kind of Love Sofia [23]
Un/Happy for You Aiah [24]
2025 Shake, Rattle & Roll Evil Origins †TBA [25]

Television

YearTitleRoleNotesRef(s)
2021 Viral Scandal Raven Ramones [26]
2022The Chosen OneCharlie Factora [27] [28]
Maalaala Mo Kaya Karen Bordador Episodes: "Selda", "Tablet" [29]
AbbyEpisodes: "Family Picture", "Bote", "Passport" [30]
Love in 40 Days Young Ofelia/Josie
2023Love BitesEvelyn [31]
Fit Check: Confessions of an Ukay QueenNaomi Sevilla [32]
Linlang Sylvia Villamayor-Lualhati [33]
Can't Buy Me Love Bettina Tiu [34]
2024Bida/BidaHerself [35]
2025 Incognito Macaria "Max" Alvero / Metamorphosis / Eagle [36]
What Lies Beneath

Awards and nominations

Awards and nominations received by Kaila Estrada
Award [a] Year [b] CategoryNominated workResultRef.
Asian Academy Creative Awards 2024Best Actress in a Supporting Role Linlang Won [37] [38]
ContentAsia Awards 2024Best Supporting Actress in a TV Programme / SeriesNominated [39] [40]
Star Awards for Television 2025 Best Drama Supporting ActressNominated [41]
VP Choice Awards 2023Breakthrough Social Media StarKaila EstradaWon [42]
2024TV Supporting Actress of the Year Can't Buy Me Love Nominated [37]
Breakthrough Star of the YearLinlangNominated


Notes

  1. ↑ Awards, festivals, honors and other miscellaneous organizations are listed in alphabetical order.
  2. ↑ Indicates the year of ceremony. Each year is linked to the article about the awards held that year, wherever possible.

References

  1. ↑ Sarmiento, Kate (October 24, 2023). "10 Things To Know About 'Linlang' And 'Can't Buy Me Love' Star Kaila Estrada". COSMO.PH. Retrieved October 24, 2023.
  2. 1 2 Santos, Rhea Manila (April 11, 2025). "Kaila Estrada on her role in 'Incognito': 'It's about being fearless and brave'". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on June 16, 2025. Retrieved June 16, 2025.
  3. ↑ Ruiz, Marah (October 23, 2023). "The talented children of Janice de Belen". GMA Network . Archived from the original on July 28, 2024. Retrieved October 23, 2023.
  4. ↑ Bautista, Rafael (November 7, 2023). "5 Reasons Why Kaila Estrada Is On Our It-Girl Radar". NYLON Manila. Retrieved June 16, 2025.
  5. ↑ Trinidad, Olivia Sylvia (March 8, 2017). "Kaila Estrada Is Tired of Being Asked Why She Won't Be an Actress". Preen.ph. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved April 20, 2025.
  6. ↑ "Kaila Estrada: the "not so tall" model's journey to runway". PEP.ph . Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  7. ↑ Manhit, Ann (July 17, 2018). "Kaila Estrada finds her own way". ABS-CBN Entertainment .
  8. ↑ "Fashion Muse Kaila Estrada Is A Rising Actress That Should Be On Your Radar Now". Metro.Style. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  9. ↑ "10 times Kaila Estrada amazed with her superb acting skills in Viral Scandal | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  10. ↑ "Viewers take control in Pie Channel's 'The Chosen One'". The Manila Times. October 18, 2022. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  11. ↑ "Kaila Estrada inspired to portray Karen Bordador on 'MMK'". Lifestyle.INQ. March 16, 2022. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  12. ↑ "ABS-CBN bags 16 nat'l wins at the 2022 Asian Academy Creative Awards | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ent.abs-cbn.com. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  13. ↑ "Kaila Estrada on empowering women, bringing the curtains down for MMK | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ent.abs-cbn.com. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  14. ↑ "Kaila, Chie, Anji, Angela at Kim, tampok sa bagong season ng "Love Bites" | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ent.abs-cbn.com. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  15. ↑ "Kim Chiu's "Fit Check: Confessions of an Ukay Queen" hits number one on Prime Video Philippines". ABS-CBN Corporate. July 8, 2023. Archived from the original on June 14, 2025. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
  16. ↑ "Kaila grateful for praise from 'Linlang' viewers". ABS-CBN Entertainment . November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  17. ↑ Pasajol, Anne (November 2, 2023). "Kaila Estrada earns praises for 'Linlang' performance: 'My heart is full'". INQUIRER.net . Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  18. ↑ Antonio, Josiah (July 15, 2024). "ABS-CBN gets 6 nods at ContentAsia Awards 2024". ABS-CBN Entertainment . Archived from the original on May 2, 2025. Retrieved July 15, 2024.
  19. ↑ Paglicawan, MC Richard (October 18, 2023). "'Can't Buy Me Love' premiere pulls in impressive viewership numbers - LionhearTV". LionhearTV. Archived from the original on October 27, 2023. Retrieved October 18, 2023.
  20. ↑ Fullido, Gretchen (May 13, 2024). "Kaila Estrada reflects on her pivotal role in 'Can't Buy Me Love'". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on May 13, 2024. Retrieved May 13, 2024.
  21. ↑ Purnell, Kristofer (May 17, 2024). "'I didn't know Bettina was the killer': Kaila Estrada shocked with 'Can't Buy Me Love' finale". Philstar.com . Archived from the original on September 8, 2024. Retrieved May 17, 2024.
  22. ↑ "'Fruitcake' — a medley of stories and actors". The Manila Times. October 6, 2023. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  23. ↑ "That Kind of Love (2024)". The A.V. Club. Archived from the original on June 15, 2024. Retrieved June 14, 2024.
  24. ↑ Javier, Humility (June 13, 2024). "Joshua Garcia, Julia Barretto laugh their hearts out in 'Un/Happy For You' first script reading". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Archived from the original on August 17, 2024. Retrieved August 17, 2024.
  25. ↑ "MMFF releases first batch of official entries for 2025 film festival". GMA Network . July 8, 2025. Archived from the original on July 9, 2025. Retrieved July 9, 2025.
  26. ↑ "Kaila Estrada reacts to most trending, powerful scenes on Viral Scandal | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ent.abs-cbn.com. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  27. ↑ Deveza, Reyma (September 29, 2022). "'You get to play God' in PIE Channel's 'The Chosen One'". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  28. ↑ "Viewers get to decide on outcome of story in The Chosen One". Philstar.com . October 4, 2022. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved October 4, 2022.
  29. ↑ dela Cruz, Liezel (March 17, 2022). "Karen Bordador reacts to Kaila Estrada's portrayal of her life story in MMK". ABS-CBN Entertainment . Archived from the original on February 7, 2025. Retrieved March 17, 2022.
  30. ↑ "Kaila stars in a three-part special 'MMK: Tatlong Dekadang Pasasalamat'". Manila Bulletin. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  31. ↑ "Learn from Chie, Joao and Kaila's very smart opinions about love, closure and assurance | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ent.abs-cbn.com. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  32. ↑ "Kaila Estrada channels Audrey Hepburn in red at ABS-CBN Ball 2023". www.philstar.com. October 5, 2023. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  33. ↑ "Kaila Estrada, revelation in Linlang; thankful for mom Janice de Belen's acting advice". PEP.ph. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  34. ↑ "Meet the cast of "Can't Buy Me Love" | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ent.abs-cbn.com. Archived from the original on November 3, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  35. ↑ "'Bida/Bida': Donny, Anthony, Kaila, and Maris are part of new Netflix PH 'social series'". ABS-CBN News. June 13, 2024. Retrieved June 13, 2024.
  36. ↑ "Action series Incognito 'dream' project for cast, director". NewsWatch Plus Staff. NewsWatch Plus. January 17, 2025. Retrieved July 16, 2025.
  37. 1 2 "Kaila Estrada Attends Asian Academy Creative Awards In Francis Libiran". abs-cbn.com.
  38. ↑ Evangelista, Jessica Ann (September 27, 2024). "Kathryn Bernardo, Kaila Estrada bag acting plums in Asian Academy Creative Awards 2024". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved September 17, 2025.
  39. ↑ "Nominees for 2024 ContentAsia Awards revealed". Manila Bulletin. July 15, 2024. Archived from the original on July 15, 2024.
  40. ↑ C., Toff (September 8, 2024). "Kaila Estrada on being part of AsiaContent Awards 2024: 'Blessed and grateful'". push.abs-cbn.com. Archived from the original on September 11, 2024. Retrieved September 8, 2024.
  41. ↑ Mallorca, Hannah (February 2, 2025). "PMPC Star Awards for Television bares list of nominees". Entertainment Inquirer. Archived from the original on February 3, 2025.
  42. ↑ "ABS-CBN wins 29 awards at the 4th Village Pipol Choice Awards". ABS-CBN Corporate. March 31, 2023. Archived from the original on November 10, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
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