In a recent interview for BB Gandanghari’s YouTube channel, Kylie Padilla admitted that she wasn’t able to find what she really wanted in married life during those times when she was with estranged husband Aljur Abrenica.
“It’s true that I was in love then,” she said. “I got pregnant while I was doing Encantadia, and I temporarily left showbiz to focus on being a homemaker. I knew that many people, especially my loved ones, got disappointed with my decision, considering that my career was peaking at that time.”
Did she really want to get married then?
“Well, honestly, no! I wasn’t ready to tie the knots because, mainly, I didn’t believe in marriage. Live-in set-up is better for me. But just to make everyone else happy, we got married.”
Interestingly, what is her perception of marriage?
“I know that it’s a very deep commitment. You really have to go through everything together, even the worst. Like, in sickness and in health, right? When I was in the marriage, I didn’t feel that part.”
When did she realize that she was not happy with her marriage?
“During the pandemic! We didn’t have any choice but to be together. There was no break. It’s when I realized that it was not what I wanted. Aljur and I got tested, and we failed.
“But I wouldn’t say that our marriage was a huge mistake. Of course, it had its positive side. For one, we had our children, Alas and Axl. They’re my blessings.
According to the pretty actress, she’s more at peace now.
“I’ve forgiven myself in the process. And yes, I guess he has already moved on, too.”
For the next man she would fall in love with once again, what’s her criteria?
“If ever I’ll be in a relationship again, I want the guy to be a good provider. I didn’t really consider it when I fell in love then because I grew up privileged. But now, reality check.
“I’m a single mom. I have to earn for my children. It’s just tiring. I don’t want to be tired forever. It’s hard to juggle your time between your acting profession and being a mom. It’s painful to realize that because you’re working, quality time with your kids gets sacrificed.
“The time I spend at work is the time away from my children. That’s the real struggle. That’s why I want to find a partner who is a good provider, someone who can tell me, ‘Okay, you can rest!’ When I hear that, I will marry that guy instantly!” Kylie ended.
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After her guest stint in Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition recently, where she featured in a dating game with Ralph De Leon, will Sanya Lopez consider going back?
“Actually, I enjoyed my stint in the PBB House,” she averred. “The housemates were all welcoming, intelligent, and nice to be with. If given the chance, I would like to get to know each one of them better.”
How about being a housemate herself?
“Yes, if given the chance, why not? Anyway, according to Kuya, he’s not closing his door for me, so who knows?”
Meanwhile, the dusky actress stars in the currently showing potboiler Samahan ng mga Makasalanan, where she shares top billing with David Licauco, Joel Torre, Betong Sumaya, Liezel Lopez, Jay Ortega, and others. She described the project as a welcome break, especially after coming from the highly dramatic series Pulang Araw. According to her, the feel-good movie is the perfect project for the entire cast.