Ai Ai delas Alas chooses grace over grudges

Laughter may be her trademark, but Ai Ai Delas Alas is speaking from a place of quiet maturity these days.

During a media conference for her upcoming film Batang Paco, the Comedy Queen shared that she has already forgiven longtime friend-turned-estranged confidante Kris Aquino—and has even tried reaching out.

“She’s my friendship. She’ll be my friendship anyway, kahit ano’ng mangyari,” Ai Ai said, her voice calm but firm, underscoring that time has softened old wounds rather than hardened them.

While her message has yet to receive a reply, Ai Ai made it clear there is no bitterness on her end. What remains, she said, is concern and goodwill. “I just hope she’s okay,” she added, expressing nothing but wishes for Aquino’s health and peace.

The two were once considered inseparable in the industry, sharing projects, private milestones, and a bond that felt more like family than friendship. Their falling out—long whispered about in showbiz circles—traced back to a deeply personal moment years ago. Though they briefly crossed paths again during the high-profile wedding of Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera, the closeness they once had never fully returned.