Ricky Lee defends scriptwriting workshop selection process

National Artist Ricky Lee has addressed public concerns regarding the selection process for his free scriptwriting workshop.

Concerns arose after netizens questioned why established actors and industry personalities, including Cristine Reyes, Kylie Padilla, Kara David, JC Santos, and Romnick Sarmenta, were among the chosen participants for Batch 30 and Batch 31.

Lee stated that he and the selection committee prepared guidelines to ensure a fair and inclusive process for both established individuals and newcomers.

He clarified that everyone, whether celebrity, veteran, or novice, has an equal right to be accepted as long as they are qualified, willing to write, and suitable for the desired mix of each batch.

Lee explained that the application was opened to everyone so that, in addition to industry insiders and acquaintances, newcomers who are just starting to dream can join.

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