The ‘It Girl’ showbiz has long been waiting for

She was always going to be a significant showbiz “It Girl” from the moment she was conceived. But for the only daughter of showbiz royalty Aga and Charlene Muhlach, it would take 21 years before she was allowed to step into the limelight and claim her birthright.

On Monday, one-half of the famous Muhlach twins (her brother is Andres, of course) officially signed a contract with the long-established Viva Artists Agency (VAA) of star makers. No less than multi-media conglomerate's head honcho and staunch showbiz pillar Boss Vic del Rosario welcomed Atasha to their fold along with his children Veronique, Vincent and Val, who now comprise Viva's top executive levels.

The 21 year old Atasha Muhlach, daughter of A-listers Aga and Charlene, is finally where she’s meant to be.

Stunning and statuesque, as expected, what made Atasha an instant hit when she was officially introduced to media was her genuine warmth which radiated in the way she spoke, her sincere smile, her polite ways and her unperturbed patience as she diligently replied to many similar questions from an excited press pack.

Naturally, the questions repeatedly ranged from why she is only joining showbiz now, what genre she would like to pursue in entertainment to whether she feels pressured by her parents' huge celebrities as she starts her own career.

Smart and articulate, too, Atasha's answers were consistent and delivered with respect every time, giving her parents their due that they have really done a great job raising her. (Kudos all around!).

Now, the latest Muhlach to take the spotlight openly revealed that she had wanted to join show business since she was 10, following a brief theater stint in “The Sound of Music.” However, her sensible and loving parents — who themselves grew up as celebrities and are well aware of the distractions and burdens of being one so young — were happily able to strike a deal with their talented daughter. So long as she finished college, Atasha could pursue her dream of becoming an actress.

“I've always wanted to do this,” Atasha openly enthused, “but it was always clashing with my school [schedule]. But now that's out of the way, I've kept my promise to my mom and dad, and I'm here!”

Technically, the deal with Aga and Charlene only becomes official in two weeks when Atasha flies to England to graduate no less from a business school in Nottingham. But what the hey? Give the dutiful daughter and doe-eyed lass the moment and excitement she's long been waiting for already. To be sure, the giddy happiness about her is more priceless for her folks than a minor clause.

“I was thrilled when my parents told me, 'You're ready, go. Spread your wings and fly,'” she sweetly giggled. “They've been nothing but supportive and caring to me [with my decision] and have given me lots of advice already.

“And to know I'm in the good hands of their long-time friends — the del Rosarios — makes them feel safe.”

As to what genre she would like to tackle as soon as she gets back from the UK, Atasha gamely said she wants to try her hand at everything.

“I'd like to sing and dance, I'd love to act, and I'd be grateful for the opportunity to do all of that,” she gushed.

It can be recalled that Charlene was considered the Philippine dancing queen during her time in the biz while acting has always been second nature to Aga. Her dad is still among the most sought-after actors in the industry, even if he had chosen to spend more time with family since the twins were born.

Seeing Atsha today, he definitely made the right choice, just like Charlene, who happily took up motherhood for a career.

The celebrity couple, while sharing photos of Atasha and Andres growing up as much as they can on social media, have been successful in keeping their children away from the public eye until now, allowing them what their daughter describes as a normal childhood that shaped who they are today. Well-rounded and down-to-earth scions of pure showbiz royalty who value family first and foremost.

“The four of us are really very close,” Atasha shared. “My brother's my best friend,” she told the T-Zone when asked if she sees showbiz as her turf without her twin beside her. “I mean, I'd also love it if he decides to join me here, but that's something that's best to ask him if he's interested.”

Once more demonstrating how important family is to her, Atasha's answer to the question of feeling pressured by her parents' success proves she deserves all the attention she will get from here on and that this de facto it girl will surely go far.

“I wouldn't say I'm pressured [about it], but what I will say is that I really do admire them and that [their success] instead encourages me to somewhat be like them and see how far I can go in this industry.”

Make no mistake though that Atasha Muhlach will ever choose to ride on her parent's celebrity at any time. It is evident the girl has her own mind, and M.O.

In fact, she has chosen singing to debut her career and will be meeting with composers by next week to pick her first single. Definitely not how Aga and Charlene made their names in showbiz, but given her genes, pedigree and groundedness, this It Girl can do anything.