is a prominent Filipino actress who transitioned from "bold" or sexy roles in the late 1990s to become a highly respected, award-winning dramatic actress.

And in the brutal arithmetic of show business, walking away alive—with your mind intact and your bank account full—is the boldest move of all.

In recent years, she has revisited the genre through parody and nostalgic roles:

Here are some of Ara Mina's top movies and TV shows:

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