Actress Diana Zubiri reminisced about the controversial bikini shoot at the Edsa flyover on Shaw Blvd. in Mandaluyong City, which sparked outrage on Nov. 7, 2002.

On Instagram, Diana posed next to an empty train on the set of her upcoming series "Mga Batang Riles."

Diana wrote in the caption: "Dito na lang ako aabang ng masasakyan para di ako mademanda uli. Gets mo ba? #MgaBatangRiles" (I'll just wait here for a ride so I don't get sued again. Do you get it?)

In 2002, Diana made a striking impression by posing in a vibrant red bikini for FHM magazine at the iconic Edsa flyover in Mandaluyong City.

Diana revealed that she was wearing a bikini during a photo shoot on Edsa, a well-known avenue in the city. 

However, the local authorities' regulations regarding public decency mandated that the original photo be edited before it could be published. 

Diana expressed her concerns, stating that if the photo were to be released without modifications, she could face arrest for violating these laws.

The actress recalled that they had a court hearing for the case. Later, she and the popular men's magazine issued a public apology.

'Mga Batang Riles'

Diana makes a showbiz comeback via the afternoon series "Mga Batang Riles," which will premiere on Jan. 6, 2025.

“Kami ang unang show na papasok ngayong bagong taon. So, kami kumbaga opening ng taon na ito kaya masayang-masaya ako dahil ito ang pagbabalik ko after five years,” said Diana during the launch of her latest endorsement for Cara Aesthetics in Pasig City recently. She was presented to entertainment media by Terence Agtarap, owner of the beauty and wellness clinic.

(We are the first show launched this new year. So, we are opening this year. I am happy because this is my return after five years.)

Diana speaks highly of her co-stars in the Kapuso series. She will portray the mother of Miguel Tanfelix. Other cast members include Kokoy De Santos, Raheel Bhyria, Bruce Roeland, and Antonio Vinzon.

Diana, 39, is currently based in Australia. She got married to Andy Smith in 2015. They have three children.

The actress mentioned that she and her family are still thinking about whether to make a permanent move to the Philippines. They're excited about the possibilities but haven't made a final decision yet.

Insecurities

Diana also shared her insecurities during the launch of her new endorsement.

“Nagwo-workout ako para lumiit ang tiyan at braso ko," she said. (I'm working out to make my stomach and arms smaller.)

On cosmetic surgery, Diana said: “Ayoko nama sumali lang sa uso. Pero kung kailangan ko na, okay naman. Basta huwag lang siguro sosobra.” (I don't want to just join the trend. But if I have to, that's okay. Just don't go overboard.)