Kuan On One! - Interview with BINI Aiah
Introduction
- Welcomed everyone to the show with enthusiasm and mentioned the focus on Bisaya celebrities and influencers.
- Introduced the special guest, BINI Aiah, a member of the girl group BINI, which includes two Bisaya members.
BINI Aiah's Background
- Struggles with Language: Initially confused about using Bisaya, English, or Tagalog.
- Shared experiences of being the visual and lead rapper of the group.
- Origin: From Mactan Island, Cebu, known for its resorts and beaches.
- Family: Lives alone in Manila, family is in Cebu. Comes from a supportive family background.
- Modeling and Pageantry: Initially an introverted child, started modeling in high school to gain confidence.
Journey to BINI
- PBB Audition: Joined PBB (Pinoy Big Brother) auditions multiple times but faced rejections. The rejection from PBB was particularly hard.
- Redirection: Star Hunt team noticed her in a Darna audition; later, she received an unexpected call inviting her to join a girl group, leading to her current role in BINI.
- Challenges: Faced pressure joining the group late, had to catch up with others who started training earlier. Experienced intimidation and isolation initially.
- Training: Endured 3-4 years of rigorous training, even during uncertain times (pandemic, ABS-CBN shutdown).
Current Success and Reflections
- Recognition: Acknowledges the group's growing fame and recognition through mall shows and public reactions.
- Support System: Strong family support helped her through tough times. Recalls a moment of emotional breakdown where her mother flew to Manila to support her.
- Mindset: Embraced the philosophy of "rejection is redirection," focusing on personal growth and career.
Advice and Insights
- Advice on Rejection: Encourages finding healthy outlets and opportunities to grow rather than focusing on the bitterness of rejection.
- Courage: Emphasizes the importance of courage and trusting the process.
- Essence of Being Bisdak: Common sense and versatility in language (Bisaya, English, Tagalog).
Personal Interests and Activities
- Solo Traveling: Enjoys traveling solo, finding freedom and growth in these experiences. Also enjoys mountain climbing with friends.
Fun Segment: Big Problem
- Answered light-hearted questions about the essence of being a Bisdak, handling money, and the Philippines' contributions to the world.
- Discussed the importance of bravery and perseverance.
Ultimate Yawyaw (Key Takeaways)
- Courage: Highlighted as a key trait; perseverance in the face of rejection.
- Trusting the Process: Emphasized the growth that comes from overcoming challenges.
Final Words and Acknowledgments
- Thanked viewers and Blooms for their support and invited them to future events.
- Expressed gratitude to BINI Aiah for her time and shared a small gift as a token of appreciation.
Favorite Bisaya Word: 'Isog' (Brave), underscoring the importance of bravery and perseverance.