Kapuso actor Paolo Contis has recently found himself at the center of breakup rumors with his girlfriend, Yen Santos. In a candid discussion during his guest appearance on “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda” on May 15, Contis delved into his perspective on men, love, and the challenges they face in expressing emotions.
Men and Emotional Expression
Paolo Contis emphasized that men often have a harder time with love, primarily due to their struggles in expressing emotions. “Tito Boy, mahirap mahalin ang lalaki,” he said. (It’s hard to love a man.) He elaborated that men tend to hide a lot of pain and angst within themselves. “We always have to act strong. And sometimes you’re not that strong, and you cannot show it to the people,” he added.
Handling Criticism and Family Concerns
Despite facing numerous controversies over the years, Contis remarked that criticism directed at him no longer affects him as much, unless it concerns his family. “Anything they say about my family, yes, medyo nakakaapekto sa akin ‘yun. But anything about me, ang plastic kung sabihin kong walang-wala,” he explained. (Anything they say about my family, yes, that affects me. But anything about me, it would be fake to say it doesn’t affect me at all.)
Focusing on Positivity
Contis shared his strategy for dealing with negativity, stating that he focuses on positive comments amid a sea of bashing. “I make sure na sa 100 na bashing at may isang positive diyan, I concentrate on that positive. Naniniwala ako na ‘pag may isang naniniwala sa’yo, okay ka pa,” he continued. (I make sure that among 100 negative comments, I focus on the one positive comment. I believe that if one person believes in you, you’re still okay.)
Breakup Rumors and Social Media Speculation
Recently, Contis made headlines after Yen Santos unfollowed him on Instagram and deleted her birthday greeting to him, sparking rumors of their separation. In a separate interview, Contis gave a “no comment” response when asked about their relationship status.
However, during his conversation with Boy Abunda, he clarified his stance on privacy. “I think dumating na kasi tayo sa point na feeling ko, people think we owe it to everyone to share what’s happening to you, and I don’t believe it’s part of my acting craft anymore,” he explained. (I think we’ve reached a point where people think we owe it to everyone to share what’s happening to us, and I don’t believe it’s part of my acting craft anymore.) He emphasized the importance of keeping personal matters private. “I think it’s time na ‘yung mga pribadong bagay, mga walang kinalaman sa pag-arte mo o sa craft mo bilang artista, itira mo na ‘yun para sa sarili mo,” he added. (I think it’s time that private matters, those unrelated to your craft as an actor, should be kept to yourself.)
Past Relationships
Before dating Santos, Paolo Contis was in a relationship with LJ Reyes, with whom he shares one daughter. He also dated Lian Paz, with whom he shares two daughters.
Conclusion
Paolo Contis’s reflections on love and emotional expression provide a deeper understanding of the struggles men face in handling relationships and societal expectations. Amidst breakup rumors, his focus on maintaining privacy and prioritizing family demonstrates a commitment to navigating personal and professional challenges with resilience.