Angelica Panganiban gets candid in Alyssa Valdez's podcast: "Hindi na ako naniniwala sa comeback"

• Angelica Panganiban recently guested on Alyssa Valdez's podcast
• There, the actress got candid about the concept of "comebacks"
• Without hesitation, Angelica said she no longer believes in them
• Her sentiment, however, earned much praise from netizens online

Angelica Panganiban, a celebrated Filipina actress, recently shared a candid reflection about body image, motherhood, and resilience in an episode of The Transition Playbook, a podcast hosted by volleyball star Alyssa Valdez.

In the podcast, Alyssa brought up one of Angelica's iconic scenes from the 2014 film Beauty In A Bottle. Curious, she asked, "If papalitan mo yung quote na yun for 2025, ano yung idudugtong mo sa 'come back to the' blank?"

Angelica, however, admitted that her perspective has shifted dramatically since then. "Hindi na kasi ako naniniwala sa comeback eh so medyo nahihirapan akong dugtungan siya," she answered honestly during the podcast.

Expanding on her statement, Angelica explained that her personal journey—particularly her experience with childbirth—changed her views. "After giving birth, para mong mas minahal yung katawan mo. Hindi rin naman sikreto sa mga tao na tatlong surgeries yung pinagdaanan ko last year," she told Alyssa in the clip.

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The actress admitted that, like many women, she once found herself longing for the body she had in her youth. "Of course, dumaan ka dun sa stage na parang, ‘Grabe, ang ganda nung katawan ko noon. Makekembak ko ba yun?’” she said. But with time and perspective, she realized that the strength her body has gained far outweighs the appeal of her younger self. “Mas gugustuhin ko kung ano yung katawan ko ngayon, like, i-embrace ko siya dahil ito yung pinagdaanan niya. Doon ako na-surprise, kung ano yung kayang gawin ng katawan, lalo na ng isang babae," Angelica continued in the podcast.

Now, Angelica shared that motherhood has only deepened her appreciation for her body's resilience. "Nakabuo ka ng isang buhay doon, and i-admire mo kung ano yung mga pinagdaanan dahil ang strong strong niya. So hindi mo na gugustuhin na babalikan ko yun. Yun yung sarili ko na mahina," she reflected.

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Her words struck a chord with many listeners, especially mothers who could relate to the pressure of "bouncing back" after pregnancy. Rather than longing for the past, Angelica highlighted the importance of embracing one's present body and recognizing the strength that comes with growth and experience.

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Angelica Panganiban is a well-known Filipina actress, comedian, and television host known for her skill in both drama and comedy. She began as a child actress and rose to fame through her roles in various TV series and films. She showcased her talent in drama through teleseryes like Pangako Sa 'Yo and The Legal Wife, where her intense roles were highly praised. She is also known for her comedic talent, particularly in the show Banana Split. In 2022, she gave birth to her first child with her partner Gregg Homan, marking a new chapter in her life as a mother.

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As previously reported by KAMI, Angelica Panganiban and Kim Chiu just threw a heartwarming event for Bela Padilla. Earlier, they organized a block screening for Bela's new film, 100 Awit Para Kay Stella. On her Instagram, Kim even happily congratulated Bela over the success of the said movie. According to Kim, the tandem of Bela and JC Santos is one that has been "tested."

Meanwhile, Angelica Panganiban joined the wave of birthday greetings for Barbie Imperial on social media. It is worth noting that Barbie just turned 27 on Friday, August 1. On her Instagram Stories, Angelica shared a candid shot of Barbie gleefully performing during a celebration. Along with the photo, Angelica wrote a short but sincere message to the birthday celebrant.

Source: KAMI.com.gh