MANILA, Philippines (The Adobo Chronicles, Manila Bureau) – Self-appointed political analyst Richard Heydarian was rumored to have auditioned for the role of Ariel in the remake of ‘The Little Mermaid.’ He, of course, lost out to Halle Bailey.

But all is not lost!

The Adobo Chronicles has just learned that Heydarian was chosen the model and endorser for the latest commercial of the laundry detergent Ariel.

In fairness, Heydarian looks radiant in the commercial.

Good job, Ariel!

(Orman O. Manansala and Melchor Vergara contributed to this report.)