MANILA -- Kapamilya talent AJ Perez is excited to lead an episode in "Maalaala Mo Kaya", which will be aired this April 30.

"Overwhelming and sobrang saya lang po talaga and thankful kay God for the opportunities He continuously gives me," AJ, who recently topbilled "Sabel" actress Jessy Mendiola on ABS-CBN's afternoon block, said.

The actor will also have a movie project this year. (Glaiza Jarloc/Sunnex)