KC Concepcion grows up
MANILA, Philippines—At age 18, KC Concepcion left for France to study at the American University of Paris. She is now one of the institution’s latest alumni—a full-grown woman at 22. In the television special, “KC from Paris to Pinas,” which will be shown tomorrow at 10:30 p.m., ABS-CBN will chronicle the low-profile life she led in the City of Lights.
Loneliness
During the show’s press launch, she spoke of the loneliness she felt during the first few months, the things she missed most about her country, and her immediate plans now that she’s back in town.
Excerpts:
How did it feel to be living away from the comforts of home and family?
Sobrang nakakanerbiyos, because I chose a place where I didn’t have a single relative. I felt like a probinsiyana going to the big city for the first time. It was a decision my Mom supported, and I never regretted it!
My flat was not so hard to maintain—it was so small it could only accommodate three persons! Most important of all, I learned how to budget, because everything was expensive.
Did you bond easily with newfound friends?
The fact that my friends were open to different cultures made it easier. I was also fortunate to befriend persons who were not judgmental. One time, we went to London by train on a study trip for a school requirement. It was a thrilling and educational adventure for all of us.
Tell us about your recent bonding with your father, Gabby Concepcion.
He’s doing fine—he’s successful in his business in California. He was not able to attend my graduation, but he texted me regularly and sent me cards. I plan to visit him again when opportunity comes. It was interesting for me to learn that my dad once shot a movie in Europe, about a girl wanting a miracle. I’ve seen all his films with mom.
Do you intend to follow the footsteps of your Megastar mom?
I don’t know if that’s really my calling, but I’m open to the idea of acting in films. I like the culture of the theater, so there’s no problem there—I like the discipline of the stage performers. Should I decide to do a movie, I want it to have social relevance.
Who is the real KC Concepcion?
I’m the type of person na hindi umuurong sa intriga. I let my work and advocacy speak for themselves!
