Nadine Lustre addresses absence at MMFF Parade of Stars

• Nadine Lustre explained her absence from recent promotions of her MMFF entry Call Me Mother, including the Parade of Stars
• According to ABS-CBN News, she cited the need to prioritize her health and take a yearly sabbatical
• The actress informed her co-star Vice Ganda about her decision beforehand
• Despite her absence, she remains a key figure in the upcoming film

Nadine Lustre has addressed her absence from the recent promotions of her Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) entry, Call Me Mother, particularly during the festival’s much-awaited Parade of Stars. The actress explained that her absence was due to personal health reasons, emphasizing the importance of taking a step back to recharge.

According to a report by ABS-CBN News, Nadine said on Monday, “I had to take my yearly sabbatical, it's very important for me to take care of my health and nagpaalam naman ako kay Ate Vice [Ganda].” Nadine’s candid admission highlighted her commitment to self-care, even amid one of the busiest times in the Philippine entertainment calendar.

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The Parade of Stars, a major highlight of the MMFF, took place on Friday, December 19, in Makati. This grand event, eagerly awaited by fans every year, showcased the stars of the festival’s eight entries — Bar Boys: After School, Call Me Mother, I'mPerfect, Love You So Bad, Manila's Finest, Rekonel, Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil Origins, and UnMarry. Each film’s cast rode on intricately designed floats that captured the essence of their respective stories, bringing color and excitement to the streets of Metro Manila.

Nadine’s co-star, Vice Ganda, continues to promote the film alongside other cast members like Klarisse de Guzman, Shuvee Etrata, Mika Salamanca, Brent Manalo, Esnyr Ranollo, and River Joseph.

Nadine Lustre is a versatile Filipino entertainer, celebrated as both an actress and a singer. She began her career in showbiz at a young age and gained major recognition in 2014 with her role as Eya Rodriguez in the film adaptation of the Wattpad novel Diary ng Panget. She rose to even greater fame on television for her portrayal of Leah Olivar in the ABS-CBN series On the Wings of Love, a performance that earned widespread acclaim for her acting.

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Nadine was recently interviewed by MJ Felipe on Cinema One's The B Side. During the conversation, she gave a firm “no” when asked if she would be willing to work with an ex-boyfriend on a future project. She also confirmed with a straightforward “yes” that she has experienced being cheated on. Her candid and decisive responses drew significant attention from fans.

In a previous report, Nadine revealed that Petrang Kabayo was her first film before Diary ng Panget. She admitted feeling intimidated by Vice Ganda on set at the time and tried to keep a low profile to avoid being teased by the comedian. Despite her initial fear, Nadine said it was a tremendous honor to work with someone of Vice’s caliber so early in her career.

Source: KAMI.com.gh