The Baby is Now a Lady

From Yehey -

The Manila Times 31 October 2007 | 8:36 AM

Opting for a trip to Japan with her family instead of a grand debut when she finally turns 18 on November 6, Shaina Magdayao says she is just being practical.

“You know how much parents spend for their debuting daughters just for one night so I thought it wise to just spend my birthday with my family on vacation in Japan. I’ve always been fascinated with Japan, the people, their being polite and respectful, the cleanliness, the technology, the culture, their fashion, everything!” she explains.

Shaina started as a child star, following the footsteps of her older sister Vina who was already being groomed as the next Sharon Cuneta by the late Mina Aragon when she was still around 7 years old.

She first appeared in the daily drama Marinella, where she acted with Camille Prats. Her rise was slow but carefully planned. Because most of the directors like her unassuming ways and uncomplicated personality, she was constantly assigned good project.

After her birthday celebration in Japan, Shaina has her hands full as she has to help start promoting her two movies for the coming Metro Manila Film festival. Asked if turning 18 means that she will have the freedom to have a boyfriend, Shaina quickly retorts, “I believe falling in love happens at the right time and it should happen because of the right reasons. If ever it comes, I think I’ll be ready.”