Vince Rillon has recently been named Best Actor at the 19th Asian Film Festival in Rome, Italy.

As reported on ABS-CBN, the actor was given the honour for his performance in “Resbak”, in which he plays a young thief avenging against a crime syndicate.

Expressing his elation over the recognition, the actor wrote on social media, “Thank you very much, Lord, and I will improve even more in everything I do in the industry.”

On the other hand, Brillante Mendoza, who helmed the said film, was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Roma Lazio Film Commission.

The festival was held from 6 to 13 April. Aside from “Resbak”, it also featured the works of Erik Matti (“On the Job”) and Daniel Palacio (“The Brokers”).

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The actor wins Best Actor for his performance in ‘Resbak’

(Photo Source: Vince Rillon Instagram)