Photo credit: Fyang Smith

The romantic drama Almost Us continues to draw strong support from moviegoers after surpassing ₱23 million in nationwide box-office earnings as of May 12. Due to its sustained performance, the film has been extended for a second week and will continue screening in 127 cinemas across the country.

The production team announced the milestone on social media, expressing gratitude to fans for the overwhelming turnout since the film’s release. They credited audience support for pushing the movie past the ₱23-million mark in just a short period.

Following its strong box-office run, producers confirmed the extension of its theatrical showing, giving more audiences the chance to watch the romantic drama that has been trending online.

Directed by filmmaker Dan Villegas, Almost Us stars rising loveteam partners Fyang Smith and JM Ibarra. Their on-screen pairing has gained attention, particularly among younger audiences and social media users.

The film centers on a modern romance story filled with emotional twists, heartbreak, and second chances.
Beyond the box office, the movie has also gained traction online, with clips, reactions, and fan-made edits circulating widely on TikTok, Facebook, and X. Audience reactions to key scenes have helped drive word-of-mouth promotion.

Cinema operators and entertainment observers note that local romance films have faced challenges in maintaining long theatrical runs due to streaming competition. Against this backdrop, Almost Us is being viewed as a positive sign for continued audience interest in Filipino theatrical releases.

The production team also thanked fans for their emotional support, highlighting the strong audience response reflected in laughter, tears, and reactions during screenings, and expressed appreciation for making the film’s success possible.