StarStruck kilig factor
Romantic pairs are an integral part of showbiz. Fans look forward to their chemistry on screen, often hoping for the relationship to continue even when the cameras stop rolling. Officially joining the crop of young showbiz couples are Kris Bernal and Mart Escudero who bagged the title of StarStruck Ultimate Love Team. iGMA asked them about their plans as the newest kilig tandem. As the hosts of StarStruck announced the first name for the Ultimate Love Team, hearts stopped. They called out Mart Escudero when many expected Aljur Abrenica to win the title.
Kris Bernal shared that her friends and family felt a moment of panic when Mart’s name was called, because then they knew it was anybody’s game. “Nakakagulat kasi unang tinawag si Mart! Hindi ine-expect na ako ang makaka-love team ni Mart kasi I’m always with Aljur, so nakakagulat rin (talaga) na si Mart ang partner ko,” she noted.
Then it was Kris whose name was called out next, and cheers erupted. With Mart, they compose the Ultimate Love Team. Although this was unexpected, but no one can disprove that the chemistry they showed in a dance number that ended with a kiss!
Surprise win
“Nung una hindi ako makapaniwala, pero nagpapasalamat po ako ng todo,” Mart told iGMA.tv outside their dressing room after being asked how it felt to win the title. In a previous interview, he shared that he expected Aljur to win the title with Kris. This time, Mart joked that, “dati pa talaga si Kris na gusto ko.”
Kris was content with the pairing. “I feel so happy since nakuha ko yung position na talagang gusto ko, even if it’s not with Aljur. Sabi ko nga, ‘yung reason ko for wanting Love Team is gusto kong mag-work with a partner.”
Still, she admitted that their tandem would take some getting used to. After all, it was Aljur who was her partner on and off screen for the longest time. “Kahit ako naninabago, pero happy naman ako with Mart kasi maraming beses ko na rin (siya) naka-trabaho and masaya (siya) kasama.”
Defined roles
Although Kris and Mart already carry a title that defines their role in showbiz, are they up to the challenge?
Both also told us that they are ready for what such title demands. “Feel ko maraming projects for us, and prepared naman kami. Gusto ko rin naman iyon, kung ano man ang mangyari,” Kris said, adding that she expects their schedule will be more hectic.
She also noted their strengths, mainly in drama. “Siguro kasi since ‘yung forte ko is acting, and si Mart din in acting, more on drama kami,” Kris said.
But the two agreed that none of their dreams would’ve been possible had it not been for their supporters. “Humihingi akong muli ng suporta sa kanila, para suportahan ang love team namin. Gusto ko pa rin magpasalamat sa kanila dahil wala ako dito kung wala sila,” Kris declared, glowing with gratitude.
And as for Mart, here’s what he had to say, “Sa mga sumusuporta sa akin, talagang buong puso akong nagpapasalamat. Kung hindi dahil sa inyo, sigurado akong hindi ako mananalo.”
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