Without a doubt, Dustin Yu is emerging as Asia’s Rising Star. He is set to headline at least two new movies, including the highly anticipated 17th installment of Shake, Rattle, & Roll: Evil Origins.”
It was an earlier Shake, Rattle & Roll film, “Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme,” where he made his mark. His role as Bong earned him the award for New Movie Actor of the Year at the 40th PMPC Star Awards for Movies. He also won praise for his role as Kenneth Sy Chan in the series “Mano Po Legacy: The Family Fortune” and as Zachery in the 2025 drama “Guilty Pleasure.”
Dustin has shown his versatility as an actor in romance, horror, action, drama, and family stories, doing them all equally well. His authenticity and relatability make every role he takes on noteworthy.
The young actor is the kind of artist who feels approachable yet aspirational. He connects with audiences not just by what they see onscreen but also on social media platforms, where he interacts with fans in the most genuine way.
Recently, his popularity skyrocketed as the housemate known as “Chinito Boss-Sikap ng Quezon City” in the historic “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition” season. He earned praise for his diligent work ethic while inside the yellow house, giving a glimpse of the resilience, discipline, and quiet ambition that makes this chinito heartthrob a standout in today’s roster of young stars.
A dutiful son, Dustin has learned to balance his family, craft, and business while building a thriving showbiz career. He studied marketing at the University of Santo Tomas before choosing to focus on his passion for acting.
Even at his young age, he has already ventured into entrepreneurship. Along with his partners, he put up Eraya, a modern fusion restaurant in San Juan. His drive to excel, build, and grow goes beyond the entertainment industry.
His career trajectory suggests more than stardom, shaping what the next generation of Asian talent can look like: relatable, versatile, and globally resonant. Truly making him Asia’s rising star.
