The Queen of All Media Kris Aquino looked expensive and regal as she graced the premiere of her latest movie “Crazy Rich Asians” which took place TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on August 8.
Aquino donned a yellow modernized Filipiniana by Michael Leyva, which she chose from five other options.
She was accompanied by her son, Bimby, who decided to embody Filipino pride by wearing a traditional Barong Tagalog during the premiere.
Speaking to entertainment reporter MJ Marfori, Aquino revealed that she has been experiencing low blood pressure but decided to push through and attend the premiere to proudly represent the Philippines.
“I can now admit, while you’re interviewing me, my blood pressure is 80/50. It was will power talaga. I really said na nakakahiya to not show up when they prepared something special for me,” she said.
She added that her Filipino fans who waited for the event just to see her
Marfori noted that despite Kris’ health condition, the actress was the ‘most applauded’ celebrity during the event.
Through an Instagram posts, Aquino expressed her gratitude to her fans.
“Thank you to all the Filipinos who showed up with their flags, banners, and patiently waited since lunchtime to get prime spots. Yung effort na binigay niyo I know wasn’t just for me but because of Philippine pride. Uulitin ko po, kay sarap maging Pilipino. This was a chance to represent our country and I thank God for the once in a lifetime blessing,” she wrote on Instagram.
“This was the reason we made the effort to be here, it is my honor to proudly represent the Philippines. Maraming salamat po sa effort nyo to show your love and support,” she said in another separate post.
Moreover, Aquino also proved that she is truly a “crazy rich Asian” by wearing pieces of jewelry that costs million of pesos.
ABS-CBN reported that the jewelry pieces that Aquino wore at the event cost “more than a gasoline station” in the Philippines.
According to iFranchise Philippines, the cost of establishing a gasoline station franchise is around P3 million to P5 million.
Aquino earlier revealed that she will be playing Princess Intan in the film which will hit Philippine cinemas on August 22.