RK, Jane on filming in Switzerland: It was like a beautiful dream

From the snow-capped mountains of Titlis to the picturesque Interlaken, real-to-reel couple RK Bagatsing and Jane Oineza were in awe of the idyllic beauty of Switzerland when they filmed their soon-to-be released movie The Swing.

While the theme of the movie is heavy, it depicts an “adult love story about a couple who’s trying to save their marriage through unconventional means — that is engaging in swinging or swapping sexual partners.” The stunning locations in Switzerland also offered a relaxing feel for the couple while taking breaks in between taping scenes.

Besides The Swing starring RK and Jane, director RC delos Reyes (center) also directs Unravel topbilled by Gerald Anderson and Kylie Padilla (leftmost and second from left) under MavX Productions in collaboration with Star Magic.

The Swing is in partnership with Star Magic and Mavx Productions, the film outfit behind the titles Ikaw, A Faraway Land, and Doll House.

The lovebirds at Basel, where they filmed most of their scenes in The Swing.

RK and Jane filmed most of their scenes in the city of Basel, but they were able to explore nearby spots. “Nakakatuwa lang how relaxed din everyone is. Like sa Rhine River, you can just buy snacks, read a book by the river, and just stay there the whole afternoon. Just relax and take it all in. The view is really beautiful,” Jane told The STAR in a recent press conference in San Juan City.

“And then after the shoot, medyo nag-extend lang kami ng kunti. We went to Zurich to just roam around. We went to the old towns, in various tourist sports while there. Actually para kaming nag-Amazing Race. We visited so many places in just a short time kasi sayang nandun na kami. We also went to Interlaken,” she added.

“Nakakatuwa nga kasi the sun sets at 9:30 p.m. so ang haba ng mga eksena namin. Parang ‘pag 8 o’clock, hapon pa lang yung level,” she continued.

“It was like a beautiful dream,” RK chimed in. “When you go there, yung scenery, it’s like what you see in painting. Walang tapon, eh. So very thankful for that experience.”

RK and Jane share their thoughts on cheating and security in their relationship during a press conference in San Juan City.

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The trailer alone showed how intense their love scenes were and Jane had a daring, steamy scene with a Swiss actor.

Nonetheless, the Kapamilya actress “felt comfortable” executing those sexy scenes because she was well-taken care of by the production team. “They would approach me and asked me, ‘Are you OK? Do you need anything?’ Binibigyan nila kaagad ako ng robe,” she recalled.

Direk RC delos Reyes and the crew would always check up on her. “Before doing every scene, they (made) sure that I was ready. So, I’m lucky to be working with them and they didn’t make me feel uncomfortable,” she furthered.

They also had an intimacy coach on set to make sure that they were all comfortable, disclosed RK. “Walang lumalampas sa mga sinet na limitations. ‘Pag merong direction si direk RC, pupunta dun sa intimacy coach and he would translate it to us. Para walang gulatan. Para hindi mo pwedeng biglain yung co-actor mo na because you feel something. They want(ed) the actors to feel safe on set.”

“Madami kasi sex scenes as you’ve seen in the trailer,” RK pointed out. “But that’s where the collaboration comes in. We would talk and discuss before we do the scenes. Hindi lang siya sex scene, parang merong laging karga (or) loaded emotions bago ka pumunta dun. Para maiba siya sa bawat sex (scenes) na makikita niyo. You will also get carried away with the story.”

“It’s not like, ‘Sex scene na naman,’ something like that. So nadadala niya kayo sa story, kung ano yung pakiramdam bago niyo mapanood yung eksenang yun,” he added.

As for direk RC, they would discuss first, rehearse and practice blocking before filming the risque scenes. “‘OK ba sa’yo ‘to? OK ba sa’yo hawakan dito? So everything is being communicated to everyone. On set, limited talaga. It (was) just the actors, the camera man and his assistant, and then the rest, they (were) in a different room na, even me.”

It was also about “respecting your co-actor,” direk RC stressed.

Being partners in real life, RK admitted feeling “insecure” over what the future holds for their relationship. “I’m always insecure. I’m never sure kasi siyempre… It’s me, parang meron akong (fear)… We invested so much time and love for each other and I’m always afraid of losing her.”

“Siyempre sa (future), you’ll never be sure. So, parang I’m someone who always gives my best kasi insecure ako. Alam mo yun. Ayoko ng regrets, so I always give my best because I’m an insecure person,” he mused.

Jane assured him, “I’m sure of you… You always make me feel secure. You always remind me naman every day and how you are making me feel, how genuinely you miss me and everything.”

RK and Jane also shared that they also have their lover’s quarrels just like normal couples do.

Jane said, “Yung pag-ma-make up after a fight, that’s where you both grow. What we always say lang talaga is communication is very important after a fight. Like (figuring out) kung anong nangyari sa side ko, anong nangyari sa side mo.”

Jane emphasized how “important to talk about it together” because there are always two sides of the same coin.

RK agreed, “The good thing about us is that we are learning new ways to deal with those fights.”

On plans of getting married, both said they are more focused on their showbiz careers right now.

“I’m so happy with what is happening in her career,” RK said.  “I see that her hard work is paying off. We all know how long she has been in the showbiz industry and now she is getting more of the spotlight. There are so many projects that are coming, so right now, it’s all about career.”

“We are prioritizing our careers. We are super genuinely happy with one another and the time that we have. I am enjoying it day by day,” declared Jane.

On their thoughts about cheating, RK opined, “Cheating is never good. It’s never nice. If you hurt someone, of course, it’s not OK.”

Relating the subject matter to their film The Swing, which tackles “swinging or swapping of sexual partners,” RK commented, “Whatever happens, you can’t really justify cheating kahit anong pinagdadaanan mo. So, if you have misunderstandings (with your partner) or if you have problems with each other, don’t drag someone into the relationship na nandun pa rin na pinapaasa or sinasaktan mo na siya.”

Jane echoed, “That’s why in a relationship, if you are no longer happy together, don’t let it reach a point where you’ll look for someone else. Just talk about it.”