JP Habac

Directing

JP Habac

Born May 16, 1987 · Manila, Philippines (age 39)

Jaime P. Habac Jr. (born on 16 May 1987 in Manila, Philippines) is a Filipino director. He is best known for directing the films I'm Drunk, I Love You (2017), Ex Ex Lovers (2025), and Olsen's Day (2025). He is the co-host of the pop culture podcast Ang Walang Kwentang Podcast alongside fellow director Antoinette Jadaone.

Known For

One True Pair: The MovieOne True Pair: The Movie · 2021
One True Pair: The Movie
2021
MovieDramaRomance
An actor and an actress reunites for a movie project reminiscing about their past projects and their present love life, then proceeds to chowing down on a Jollibee meal.
Goyo: The Boy GeneralGoyo: The Boy General · 2018
Goyo: The Boy General
7.02018
MovieHistory
With this film (the second war trilogy set during the Filipino-American war in the early 1900s), the revolution marches on against the Americans after the bloody death of General Antonio Luna. The conflicted philosophies behind the heroic struggle continue and become personified in the colorful character of General Gregorio "Goyo" del Pilar.
Marahuyo ProjectMarahuyo Project · 2024
Marahuyo Project
2024
MovieDrama
Join King (Adrian Lindayag) as he journeys through the highly traditional town of Marahuyo, meeting new friends and finding love along the way as he lobbies to create the first LGBTQIA+ org in their campus.
Heneral LunaHeneral Luna · 2015
Heneral Luna
7.72015
MovieActionDrama
Set during the Philippine-American War, a short-tempered Philippine Revolutionary Army general faces an enemy more formidable than the American army: his own treacherous countrymen.
I'm Drunk, I Love YouI'm Drunk, I Love You · 2017
I'm Drunk, I Love You
7.32017
MovieRomance
Days before graduation, two college best friends go on one last road trip where they settle how they really feel for each other.
CucheraCuchera · 2011
Cuchera
1.02011
MovieDrama
Based on a true story, Cuchera is about Filipino drug mules, drug couriers and their recruiters. It follows the story of Isabel, a veteran drug mule, in her first attempt at running her own drug transshipment operation between Manila and China. Isabel’s character is based on the story of an actual Filipina drug mule who was caught with eight capsules of heroin lodged in her sex organ, 48 in the rectum and 11 in her abdomen after an x-ray was conducted by Chinese authorities. Cuchera presents an accurate depiction of how some Filipinos end up becoming entrenched in the world of illegal drugs. Currently, the Philippines leads all Southeast Asian countries in the number of nationals arrested for drug smuggling charges in China. As of 2009, there are currently 95 Filipinos languishing in various jails in Chinese territories---four of whom are on death row. Violators include minors who enter China with fake passports.
Love You Long TimeLove You Long Time · 2023
Love You Long Time
8.02023
MovieDramaRomance
While recovering from heartbreak, a screenwriter finds new inspiration when she makes an unexpected connection with a man via an old walkie-talkie.
Ex Ex LoversEx Ex Lovers · 2025
Ex Ex Lovers
6.02025
MovieRomanceComedy
Joy travels to Valletta, Malta, to reunite with her ex-partner Ced, aiming to ask him to walk their daughter down the aisle, as per her request. However, their complicated past and unresolved issues lead to comedic and heartfelt moments as they navigate their rekindled interactions.

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CucheraCuchera · 2011
Cuchera
1.02011
MovieDrama
Based on a true story, Cuchera is about Filipino drug mules, drug couriers and their recruiters. It follows the story of Isabel, a veteran drug mule, in her first attempt at running her own drug transshipment operation between Manila and China. Isabel’s character is based on the story of an actual Filipina drug mule who was caught with eight capsules of heroin lodged in her sex organ, 48 in the rectum and 11 in her abdomen after an x-ray was conducted by Chinese authorities. Cuchera presents an accurate depiction of how some Filipinos end up becoming entrenched in the world of illegal drugs. Currently, the Philippines leads all Southeast Asian countries in the number of nationals arrested for drug smuggling charges in China. As of 2009, there are currently 95 Filipinos languishing in various jails in Chinese territories---four of whom are on death row. Violators include minors who enter China with fake passports.

Art Direction