When Versatile Actor (VA) was just starting his career, many dismissed him as mere wannabe. This, as he seemingly came out of nowhere.
He didn't figure in any talent search, which was a sure way to be noticed.
Further, he was not a scion of a showbiz dynasty.
He hardly had connections either.
Except for Revered Personality (RP), that is.
RP had so much faith in VA, going on to publicly express admiration for his character.
VA persevered and soon, a network gave him a break.
Project after project, VA found himself in better financial shape. He was vocal that his family would be the first to benefit from his earnings. He fulfilled this promise and he answered all their needs. With extra cash, he became an entrepreneur, the usual route for successful showbiz movers.
One day, everything crashed. Kibitzers were quick to assume VA simply made a bad investment. But no one knew for sure.
Sadly, following legal drama, VA opted to make himself scarce.
Though he would sometimes make his present felt on social media, not everything that he posted should be believed.
How true was it that VA was spotted blending with the locals of a certain country in light clothes and slippers?
Note, the country is not the same as the one he has been posting of late.
With the disappearing act, some believe he may be losing the sympathy of supporters.
Well, unless he faces the alleged troubles head-on.
‘Go right straight down the road, to do what is best, and to do it frankly and without evasion.’ — George C. Marshall
Attitude galore
At every opportunity, Filipinos would get their mobiles out and snap a photo.
No doubt, an inspiring scene can motivate any selfie.
The selfie excitement is heightened particularly when there's a popular personality around.
Regardless of place or time, as soon as a celebrity is recognized, a cell phone will be brought out.
The daring ones would just steal a photo but the well-mannered will ask permission.
Celebrities are no exception.
When a Network Talent (NT) found himself in the same elevator with a couple of members of a highly-regarded group (CM), he took the opportunity to introduce himself, eager for a picture.
However, NT was shocked as CM were nonchalant. They remained stoic.
NT finally summoned the guts to ask for a selfie but the two immediately put on their face masks.
One of the girls even turned around to avoid NT. The other said that she was okay with the selfie but NT should not post it on social media.
NT was dumbfounded. He’s been in the industry and doing shows longer than the members of CM. He was quite surprised that they were giving him the attitude.
‘Success comes to those who dedicate everything to their passion in life. To be successful, it is also very important to be humble and never let fame or money travel to your head.’ — A. R. Rahman
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