What actors really mean

Watch out when artistas open their mouths during interviews and on social media to explain themselves.

- NESTOR CUARTERO

PAOLO GUMABAO in 'Spring in Prague'

When an out-of-job actor or actress says he or she is slowing down to focus on a new child or relationship, it simply means offers are few and far-between, or are nonexistent. Actors have a reputation to keep. The busier they are, the more chances of winning. Parang sa sweepstakes lang yan.

An actress, for instance, who has reached her peak, tells the media she is deliberately pacing her work. She prefers to be choosy with roles and projects. It only means there are no offers.

An actress recently made a comeback after years of absence. She said it took her a lot of convincing to make another film, making it appear she has no need for money at all.

Another actress recently revealed the face of her baby, which she had kept for so long. People thought she was withholding the identity of a member of the British royal family.