‘Wala akong interes’: Coco Martin says no to entering politics

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MANILA, Philippines — Actor Coco Martin revealed that he has been offered to run for public office, but his answer remains the same. 

“Honestly, matagal na matagal na ‘yan. Almost every election, lagi akong tatanungin niyan. Paulit-ulit kong sinasabi na honestly, wala akong interes kasi nakikita ko kung gaano kahirap,” he told reporters during the launch of a campaign featuring him and partner Julia Montes. Coco said that he will just help the public in his own ways rather than entering politics.

“Hindi ko sinasabi na ano ah. Meron naman tayong matitino na politician. Pero napakahirap na sitwasyon. Kasi kung nakakatulong ako kahit konti, sa ating kapwang mga Pilipino, sa sarili kong paraan, okay na ako d’un,” he said.

“Kaysa ang gawin ko is ilagay ko ang sarili ko d’un and after that, iba-iba ang intensyon ng tao eh — kung maa-appreciate nila or sirain ka nila,” he added.

The “Batang Quiapo” star said that he wanted to live a simple and quiet life.

“Kaya sabi ko nga na better na lang na tahimik kami ni Julia bilang mag-partner and tahimik lang ako sa trabaho ko. At least sa simpleng pamamaraan, mas makakatulong tayo sa maraming Pilipino,” he said.

Coco and Julia were present during the unveiling of Regasco’s campaign, “Kitchen’s Perfect Match!”. Julia joins Coco as its newest brand ambassador.

For Coco and Julia, teaming up with the brand was a natural choice because it mirrors their own commitment to quality and longevity. (J.M. Severo/ Philstar)