Veteran actress Dina Bonnevie surprised daughter-in-law Kristine Hermosa with her frank advice on maintaining intimacy in marriage during a candid family discussion on her YouTube channel, House of D.
In the episode, Dina was joined by her children Oyo Boy Sotto and Danica Sotto, along with their respective spouses, Kristine Hermosa and Marc Pingris, to talk about married life. One of the key topics was how sex plays an important role in keeping a relationship strong.
“Marriage is not a fairy tale,” Dina said, emphasizing that couples face ups and downs, especially when finances are tight. She also raised questions about whether dynamics change after having children. Kristine responded, “On my experience, Ma… hindi. I think they’re hoping na sana puwede akong maging prinsesa.”
When asked what they do when the “spark” begins to fade, Kristine suggested steering conversations away from child-related matters and introducing fresh, lighthearted topics into daily life.
She also advised that in long-term marriages, respect for a partner’s mood is crucial — but if the woman is the one who wants intimacy and the man isn’t in the mood, “pagbigyan nila.”
Netizens were quick to react, with many amused by the lighthearted yet open discussion. Comments ranged from playful quips — “Kaya pala dumami ang anak nila ni Oyo” — to praise for the family’s honesty. Others pointed out how the men in the room, including Pingris, stayed mostly quiet during the intimate exchange.
The episode drew comparisons to other celebrity couples known for their strong chemistry, such as Iya Villania and Drew Arellano, Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes, and Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo — with many placing Kristine and Oyo in the same league.
