On July 7, actress-businesswoman Ara Mina advised young stars about what they can do to maintain their longevity in showbiz.
During the media conference for ‘Magandang Araw’ at the Net25 Compound in Quezon City, Ara Mina highlighted the value of maintaining a good relationship between a budding star and the press.
“Huwag ninyong kalilimutan ‘yung mga taong tumutulong sa inyo and kahit nagbago na ‘yung landscape ng entertainment, isa sa haligi ang mga entertainment press para tumagal ang isang artista. So ano ako eh, proven and tested, tumagal ako dito sa industriya dahil din sa inyo, at tsaka dahil din doon sa sabi nga ni Tita Wilma, pagiging masipag ko, pagiging persistent, at pagiging mahaba ang pasensya.”
She also emphasized the significance of having a good work ethic and building work relationships.
“Tsaka kailangan din ‘yung work ethics mo, ‘yung pakikitungo mo sa mga artista, sa production, sa crew, kasi hindi ka na kukunin, hindi na sila mawiwiling bigyan ka ng project kung hindi mo sila inalagaan. Kumbaga you respect the people around you in your workplace. Kasi if you love your work, talagang tatagal ka.”
When asked about her reaction to being considered a showbiz icon, she responded, “Siguro parang ngayon ko lang nare-reap ‘yung mga tinanim ko.”
She then noted her showbiz journey, leading to her first talk show in the 30 years of her career.
“Thankful ako kasi hindi rin biro ‘yung pinagdaanan ko alam ninyo ‘yang lahat, saksi kayo doon. I’m now contented with my life. Sorry nagiging emotional ako kasi sobrang happy ako na na-launch na ‘to.”
Ara Mina started her career in 1993 via the movie ‘Manchichiritchit. ‘ Her notable projects include ‘Mano Po’ (2002), ‘Ang Huling Birhen sa Lupa’ (2003), and ‘Minsan Pa’ (2004).
The actress hosts the lifestyle program ‘Magandang Araw’ which starts airing on Net25 on July 15, Saturday, at 3 PM.
