AFTER the blockbuster success of "A Very Special Love" and "For the First Time," Star Cinema is all set to shoot its next sure hit. Tentatively titled, "Land Down Under," the Rory Quintos movie will star "Lobo" pair Piolo Pascual and Angel Locsin.

"Land Down Under," said Quintos, is an old concept which the producers feel will fit the stars well. Its primary hook, apart from its beautiful stars, is its setting: the cowboy world of Malaybalay, Bukidnon.

Piolo and Angel play lovers. "But then she goes to the northern territory of Australia where she becomes engaged to an Australian ranch owner. Piolo arrives and they continue their romance," Direk Rory related.

After being paired in a teleserye, the director promises to show the two in a different light. "They will be more adult," she assured.

Fans will also see the two do more action scenes, as their roles entail them to learn to ride a horse, lasso and catch cattle.

Right now they are training under Vittorio "Vic" Barba, a known fashion designer and riding instructor.

"Bibili na ata ng kabayo si PJ," grinned Angel. "I’m enjoying it. Actually nalaglag ako pero sakay uli. Awa ng Diyos wala namang nabaling buto."

"Land Down Under" will bring the cast to Pasugong in Malaybalay, where they will stay for almost a month. Then they’re off to the remote Darwin in Australia. "The grocery is three hours away," said Direk Rory. "We’ll sleep in sleeping bags."