Caught in a viral dashboard camera video crossing the street, James Reid wonders why the material garnered thousands of views. Perhaps, this kind of reaction is a clear reflection of the actor’s unassuming persona. He knows female fans truly adore him but fame does not stop him from doing ordinary things.
He even goes out and watches movies with girlfriend, Nadine Lustre. Unlike other artists, James does not go incognito. “I don’t disguise because they would still recognize me. I just do not think about it [popularity] on a regular basis,” the actor humbly shared.
As much as possible, James entertains every follower asking for photo opportunities but he sets boundaries as well especially when spending his private time; for instance, when taking his meal. How does James reject such requests without offending the fans? “As long as you smile, they can’t get mad”, the actor replied.
On his career, James decided not to renew his contract with Viva Artists Agency. He clarified that he ended things well with Viva. His Dad, Malcolm Reid, even remains in constant communication with Viva’s Boss Vic del Rosario. “I owe a lot to Viva and Boss Vic but I feel like headed to my own direction. The contract just ended and I didn’t renew,” James explained.
James is currently juggling his artistry as a performer and business works as the Chairman of his own music label, Careless Music Manila. James’ business team is comprised mostly of his friends and family members. The actor gives props to his Dad for helping him manage his hard-earned money and guiding him in making big decisions such as in putting an investment. James is looking forward to giving more artists a chance to shine using his music label as a platform.
The heartthrob revealed that he once suffered from depression mainly due to the bashing he got when the JaDine loveteam was just starting out. “It was serious enough that I wanted to drop everything”, said James. It was in those moments when he felt the impact of girlfriend, Nadine Lustre in his life. “No one understood me the way she did. She helped me in the darkest time of my life,” recalled James.
James Reid is also set to be part of another groundbreaking teleserye alongside K-Pop idol Nancy Mcdonie of the popular girl group Momoland. The series, entitled “Soulmate,” will be shot in the Philippines and Korea. In one tweet that eventually went viral, James requested fans not to create “ship names” for him and Nancy- saying he already has one, which is JaDine.
He clarified that the appeal was not influenced by girlfriend Nadine Lustre but just his personal preference. James feels like loveteams are somewhat an old formula. “Just let artists work together for the sake of work. We don’t have to involve personal lives as well. Let’s move away from that. It’s not healthy,” the actor explained.
Capping off the interview, James played the “Games Reid o Games Over Reid” Challenge where he would choose his next possible leading ladies. James said he’s open to working with Yassi Pressman, his long-time friend; Kathryn Bernardo, and Liza Soberano. He envisions a music project with Janella Salvador. On Julia Barretto, James answered “Games Over Reid” but clarified that he doesn’t have any issue with the actress.
Choosing a possible leading man for Nadine, James gives a thumbs-up for Arjo Atayde whom he describes as an amazing actor and Coco Martin if the project is an action genre. He can also visualize Nadine working with Joshua Garcia and Daniel Padilla.
He also did his first ever Fast Talk segment with Tito Boy’s naughtiest questions. He mentioned his eyes as the sexiest part of his body. He said he would prefer a nice butt than boobs in a woman. “Sex”, he replied when asked the ultimate Fast Talk question, “sex or chocolate.”