Maricel Soriano Encourages Millennials to Stay Connected w/ Their Parents
MARICEL SORIANO – Known for her timeless performances and candid personality, Maricel Soriano recently reminded the younger generation of one simple truth—never take your parents for granted.
Diamond Star Maricel Soriano recently shared an emotional message to today’s youth, reminding them of the importance of appreciating and taking care of their parents while they are still with them.
During the press conference for her upcoming family drama “Meet, Greet & Bye,” the veteran actress recounted a memorable moment when she met a group of millennials in a shopping mall.
“Minsan marami akong nakakasalubong na mga bagets, mga babae naka-mini skirt sila, naka-bag sila at babatiin ako, nilalapitan ko, ‘alam ba ng mga magulang ninyo kung nasaan kayo ngayon? So, siyempre tumigil ang mga laughter, di ba? Seryoso sila bigla,” she shared.
Maricel mentioned that she often takes these encounters as opportunities to remind young people to always inform their parents of where they are and who they’re with. “Kasi siyempre aandap-andap ang kalooban niyan, hindi alam kung sino ang kasama n’yo, nasaan kayo, at ano ang mga nangyayari sa inyo,” she explained.
She also took the chance to remind the younger generation to pay attention to their mothers and show them the love they deserve.
“Huwag n’yo naman dedmahin ang mga nanay n’yo. Isa lang naman ang hinihingi [nila] ibigay n’yo na,” she said. “Sabi ko pa, alam ninyo darating ang panahon tatanda rin kayo magkakaroon kayo ng anak, magkakaroon kayo ng pamilya, gusto n’yo ba kung ano ang ginagawa ninyo ngayon ay gawin din sa inyo? Di ba hindi?”
The multi-awarded actress highlighted that all parents have good intentions for their children and that their efforts should not go unnoticed. “Walang magulang na nag-iisip ng pangit sa mga anak nila,” Maricel concluded.
Her touching message mirrors the heartwarming theme of her new film “Meet, Greet & Bye,” which premieres on November 12. The movie revolves around the Facundo family, led by Mama Baby (played by Maricel), who is diagnosed with cancer and decides against chemotherapy after losing hope. Her children—Tupe (Piolo Pascual), Brad (Joshua Garcia), Leo (Juan Karlos Labajo), and Geri (Belle Mariano)—come together to find alternative ways to save her, holding on to faith, love, and family through their struggles.
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