Actor David Licauco, in his unique perspective, likens the process of pursuing a girl to a strategic investment, where the goal is not just to impress but to impress as much as possible, showcasing his unwavering dedication.

During an exclusive interview for the promo of his upcoming movie 'That Kind of Love' under Pocket Media Productions, Inc. recently, David remembered a romantic expression he made when he flew to South Korea to surprise the girl he was courting. It was a grand gesture, showing the depth of his feelings and his willingness to go the extra mile.

"Grabe ako mag-effort. Naalala ko pumunta ako sa South Korea para sa isang girl. Sa movie, dinala ko rin si Barbie sa Korea. At that time, bata pa ako, I think I was in my early 20s, pumunta ako sa South Korea. 

"Natulog ako sa comfort room (CR) at hinintay ko talaga siya. May dala akong bulaklak noon. I'm a hopeless romantic," David said.

"I love Korea. I love Korean food. It was 2017 when I left for Korea. The difference was I didn't have enough money then. Natulog nga ako noon sa CR kasi wala akong pambayad sa hotel. Ang lamig sa CR. May dala akong bulaklak sa CR pinagtitinginan na ako ang mga Koreano sa CR. Nakakahiya talaga.

"I stayed for two nights. The second day, kumuha ako ng murang hotel. Nanliligaw ako, so I was trying to impress her by showing her what I could do. I wanted to tell her that I could move mountains for you," David said.

Unfortunately, David and the Filipino woman based in South Korea did not end up together.

When asked if shooting in South Korea brought back memories, David answered: "Hindi na. Wala na. Nakalimutan ko na rin." (No more. I forgot.)

David, 30, said he could relate to Adam, his character in the film.

"I am perceived as living comfortably with my family. I have my own business and I am also sporty. Kapag ganun ka ang iisipin ng mga tao wala kang problema. They think you're not emotional, and in a way, you are stoic. But I'm a softy. In a relationship ako yung umiiyak, madalas ako ang umiiyak. Lagi ako ang clingy.

"Medyo mahirap din kasi sanay talaga ako gumawa ng serye na madalas one take lang. Sa pelikula maraming takes. Hindi talaga ako sanay gumawa ng movies. Yes, medyo naka-relate ako sa character niya. At hindi naman mahirap," he added.

David said it was a blessing that Barbie Forteza became his on-screen partner. The loveteam of Barbie and David, collectively known as BarDa, rose to fame in the hit Kapuso series "Maria Clara at Ibarra" in 2022. 

"We support each other. Kapag may problem ako, I am seeking her advice. And vice versa. We're close, and I am comfortable around her. I'm so happy na siya ang ka love team ko. She can understand and magaling siyang actress. I am lucky to be paired off with her," he said.

He also admits he is a fan of romantic-comedy films. "Yes, definitely. Yun ang mga pinapanood ko when I still have the time to watch. Yung sa mga streaming platform yun ang pinapanood ko. So if I were given a romantic role na romantic, I would watch them."

David remarked on his greatest lesson about love.

"It's about understanding each other. Two of you have different points of view, upbringing, and different work. So kailangan magkaintindihan kayong dalawa. That's when the love comes in kapag iniintindi ninyo ang isa't isa. Medyo mahirap," the actor-businessman added.

"That Kind of Love" is directed by Catherine Camarillo. It will be shown in cinemas on July 10.