Kaila Estrada respectfully disagrees with her mom Janice de Belen's sentiments

• Kaila Estrada respectfully rejected her mother, Janice de Belen's, compliment
• She emphasized her profound respect for her mother, and called her a "legend"
• The young actress stated she looks up to her mother "in all the aspects of my life"
• Kaila then expressed her humility by saying she only wishes to achieve "half of that"

Kapamilya actress Kaila Estrada shared a touching moment of humility and profound respect for her mother, Janice de Belen, when she addressed her mom's recent compliment. Previously, Janice had praised her daughter's acting skills, even going so far as to call Kaila the "better actress" between the two of them.

During a media conference for her upcoming series, What Lies Beneath, Kaila was asked about her mother's words. While appreciative of the sentiment, Kaila offered a heartfelt disagreement, highlighting the immense pride she has for her legendary mom and the acting prowess she has.

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"Thanks, mom, [but] I disagree," Kaila told the media, before calling her mother a living legend, "I feel like as my parents, gusto lang nila ipagmalaki yung mga anak nila, diba? But we all know that my mom is a living legend. I look up to her in all the aspects of my life, not just her as an artista."

Kaila, who has been steadily building an impressive resume in the industry with roles in projects like Viral Scandal and Linlang, went on to emphasize her mother's lasting legacy and influence.

"Having said that, nandito rin ako para ipagmalaki siya," she said. "I'm so proud to be her daughter, I'm so proud of what she has achieved in the industry. I can only wish to achieve half of that."

The quote, shared by ABS-CBN on their Instagram page, quickly resonated with fans who appreciated the actress's genuine reverence for her mother's renowned acting prowess. While Kaila Estrada is certainly carving out a strong path for herself in the entertainment world, her words serve as a beautiful testament to the enduring impact of a generational talent like Janice de Belen.

Janice de Belen is a veteran Filipino actress who began her career as a prominent child star. She rose to fame through her titular role in Flordeluna, one of the most iconic drama series in Philippine television history. Over the decades, she successfully transitioned into more mature roles, earning acclaim for her performances in both film and television. Known for her versatility, she has portrayed a wide range of characters — from dramatic leads to strong mother figures — solidifying her status as one of the country's most respected actresses. In her personal life, she is a mother of five and has openly shared her experiences balancing career and motherhood.

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As previously reported by KAMI, Kaila Estrada's sister, Inah, made a new post on her Facebook page. The said post was about the importance of respecting other people's choices. According to Inah in her post, "More kindness, more love, less judgment." Previously, Inah was criticized by a lot of netizens for her live-in situation.

Meanwhile, Kaila Estrada joined a massive protest in Manila against alleged government corruption related to flood control projects. She shared photos and clips from the rally on social media praising the courage and unity of Filipinos. In her post she vowed that Filipinos will not stop fighting until justice and accountability are achieved.

Source: KAMI.com.gh