A photo posted by Coco Martin (@mr.cocomartin) on Jan 12, 2016 at 11:51pm PST

MANILA - Coco Martin has recently been making headlines after he transformed into a stunning woman for ABS-CBN's "Ang Probinsyano."

In the recent episodes of the hit primetime series, the 36-year-old Martin as police officer Cardo had to disguise himself as a woman in an effort to bring down a prostitution ring masterminded by Olga (Gina Pareño).

"Sobrang hirap pero sabi ko nga nakaka-enjoy," the actor admitted when asked about portraying the alluring Paloma during a thanksgiving event for the success of both "Ang Probinsyano" and "Beauty and the Bestie" held Thursday.

"Sabi ko nga isa talaga siya sa mga dream role ko at least nagawa ko na. Sana magustuhan ng mga manonood," he added.

Martin was also prodded for his inspiration regarding the role. He replied: "Honestly wala eh, pero sabi ko nga pinoproseso ko depende sa character ko. Nakakatuwa talaga lang. Talagang pinag-isipan at talagang pinaghirapan namin kung papano namin bubuoin si Paloma."

His portrayal has since garnered positive reaction from viewers, helping the series pass the 40 percent mark in terms of nationwide ratings for two days in a row, according to data from Kantar Media.

"Nakakatuwa, masarap sa pakiramdam," Martin shared when asked about the support he has been receiving. "Sabi ko nga parang mas marami pang nagagandahan sa akin kaysa nagwagwapuhan."

A photo posted by Coco Martin (@mr.cocomartin) on Jan 13, 2016 at 11:29am PST

According to Dreamscape, "Ang Probinsyano" will run until July. Directed by Malu L. Sevilla and Avel Sunpongco, the hit primetime series also stars Susan Roces, Maja Salvador, Bela Padilla, Arjo Atayde, Albert Martinez, Agot Isidro and Jaime Fabregas.

It airs weeknights after "TV Patrol."

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