Showbiz tsismis: KC Concepcion changes gears

KC Concepcion raised eyebrows when she accepted a villain’s role in her latest ABS CBN project, Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala. The actress who has played lead roles in the past has left fans wondering as to why she went for a “status downgrade”. tabloid! talks to the star to know more. 

Q: The question on many people’s minds is why you accepted a negative role?

A: It was a tough decision, but I felt that the role was a big challenge — one it is my first time to become a villain and two, I will be up against Judy Ann Santos. If it were a different actress, the decision would have been different. But I know in my heart this will be good for me as an artist. I know I will learn a lot, and finally I know I will have an opportunity to really shine and show people I can act. Think of Anne Hathaway, she also played lead and support roles, even now when she’s at the peak of her career. 

Q: Did you have any doubts about that in your past projects?

A: No, not at all. I just felt that the roles assigned to me were very light in nature that it didn’t really give me the chance to showcase my talent; there was no opportunity to show a depth of emotions. Here, I am given that chance, and based on the initial feedback I think people will love or hate [laughs] what I do. 

Q: Are you not worried that you might be typecast or your status could change?

A: Not really. When you establish your calibre as an artist —that you can act well and do different characters — you won’t be typecast and people will continue to admire you. Perhaps, this will even give me a chance to reach a broader audience. 

Q: If offered a negative role again, will you still accept?

A: Certainly, as long as the script and story are good. I want to show people the lengths I would go to improve my skills, and to show my critics that I can go beyond my comfort zone and take risks. 

Q: You you stepping out of your mother’s shadow? (KC Concepcion is the daughter of megastar Sharon Cuneta)

A: I’ve done many things that my mother never did at this age. I am saying I have my own identity and my own capabilities. I will forever be her daughter, but as a performer, yes, I’d like to shine on my own.