Jennylyn Mercado prays for Iza Calzado's fast recovery

Jennylyn Mercado expressed support for her former Encantadia co-star Iza Calzado as she battles COVID-19.

To show empathy to the latter's current condition, the Ultimate Star shared on Facebook a touching scene from the hit Kapuso fantasy series where she played as Lira, the daughter of Amihan, portrayed by Iza,

Descendants of the Sun PH lead actress wrote in the caption, "E correi diu, Amihan. Praying for your fast recovery, Iza Calzado."

Iza's talent manager, Noel Ferrer, confirmed on Saturday, March 28, via Facebook that the actress is positive in COVID-19.

Three days before the confirmation, Iza announced on Instagram that she is confined in the hospital due to pneumonia.