Rising young boxer Eman Bacosa Pacquiao will be making his acting debut in gritty action-drama series “Never Say Die” alongside its lead actors David Licauco and Jillian Ward, according to reports.

Eman will be joining production starting March 16, according to a report, while his role remains undisclosed.

The project will have him working with Jillian, with whom he has recently been linked.

Last year, boxing legend Manny Pacquiao’s son admitted to having a crush on Jillian Ward when he signed with Sparkle Artist Center. Soon after, he met the actress for the first time.

The actress said she was willing to work with someone as supportive as Eman.

Jillian and David previously said that Never Say Die aims to portray salient political and societal issues in the Philippines. The show premiered on February 2.