Kapamilya actor Daniel Padilla has officially entered a new chapter of his life—one shaped by responsibility, reinvention, and realigned priorities.
Now 30, the once-teen heartthrob is looking beyond fame, embracing business opportunities that reflect his personal growth and long-term goals.
At a contract signing event held at Shangri-La at the Fort, Padilla was unveiled as the first-ever brand ambassador of KPC Express Corporation (Khelvin P. Cruz Forwarding Company), a leading logistics and importation firm. The partnership brings together Daniel’s influence and KPC’s mission to empower more Filipinos through secure and accessible global shipping services.
“Marami akong pangarap na gusto matupad,” Daniel shared. “Humuhugot ako ng inspirasyon sa pamilya ko—number one sila. Hanggang ngayon, kaagapay ko sila sa lahat. And I’m working now for those dreams.”
Reflecting on his current mindset, the actor added, “Thirty years old na ako. I need to plan my life, to ask myself where I’m going, what I really want. Lahat ng ginagawa ko ngayon, para sa future ko.”
Daniel’s sincerity and clarity resonated with both the press and KPC’s leadership. According to KPC CEO Khelvin P. Cruz, Daniel was the natural choice to represent the brand: “He represents the values we stand for—reliability, growth, and loyalty. Daniel’s maturity and evolving image make him an ideal face for our brand.”
For Daniel, the endorsement also connects with his growing interest in entrepreneurship.
“Sumagi din sa isip ko na magnegosyo, pero hindi ko mapagsabay kasi umaararo rin ako sa trabaho. Mahalaga na meron kang mentor para may gagabay sa’yo sa pagnenegosyo. Ang pagnenegosyo para sa akin ay experience—nandoon tayo hindi lang para kumita kundi para matuto rin.”
He also highlighted how KPC can be a helpful ally in his own future ventures.
“I think magiging customer tayo ng KPC kasi marami rin tayong produkto na nanggagaling sa ibang bansa. Dahil sa KPC, mapapadali ang buhay ko sa pag-import ng mga products para sa negosyo ko.”
Daniel left attendees with a simple but encouraging line: “Maganda magsimula ng negosyo with KPC, it’s the best… Be your own boss.”
For KPC Express Corporation—which has already served over 100,000 importers and is now expanding operations to Dubai—the collaboration with Daniel signals a bold move to broaden its reach and inspire more Filipinos to dream big and build smart.
With Daniel onboard, KPC reminds every Filipino: Dito sa KPC, IMPORTante Ka.
