Mario Maurer visiting Manila, Philippines as Penshoppe endorser

Mario Maurer, a popular Thai model and actor, is slated to come to Manila, Philippines soon for his first project in the country.

Mario Maurer, new Penshoppe endorser | Photo courtesy of Mario's Facebook fan page

PR Asia Worldwide Communications director Joyce Ramirez confirmed the news yesterday saying the Thai heartthrob has signed an endorsement deal with them. Ramirez added that Maurer will be the new endorser of local clothing brand Penshoppe. She also denied the rumor saying the Thai celebrity will be paired with Kapuso actress Marian Rivera.

There is also a rumor saying that Kim Chiu will be working with Mario Maurer when the latter gets here. However, it's not confirmed yet. (Update: Ms. Joyce Ramirez belied rumor about Kim Chiu and Mario Maurer. She said Mario is coming to the Philippines solely for Penshoppe).

Mario Maurer, 22, is best known for his lead roles in "The Love of Siam" (2007) and "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" (2011). When the second film was aired on ABS-CBN last month, it topped the daytime ratings.

Update 2: Mario Maurer just tweeted!!!


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