WATCH: Xian Lim appears in international music video

MANILA – Kapamilya actor Xian Lim has been featured in a music video of American singer Zāna.

Lim appeared in the video for Zāna’s song “Deeper.”


In an interview with entertainment site Push, Lim shared how he got the break.

''I didn't get to audition, they were looking for talents and I guess they contacted Star Magic and they looked at my -- tawagin na nating-- resume so nakita nila 'yung mga ginagawa ko.''

''I'm very interested and I agreed to the project and it so happened na we also had a show sa L.A. that time,'' he said.

Lim said of the shoot: '''Yung system nila it's the same with us at the same time nga I was a bit scared kasi I didn't know what to expect kasi it was my first time shooting abroad.''

Lim added he is open to opportunities in Hollywood.

''I think lahat naman ng artista that's one of their main goals, and 'di ba sabi nga nila 'dream big' so why not?''

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Why Xian refused to wear 'Albay' shirt

MANILA - Actor Xian Lim has apologized to Albay Governor Joey Salceda and the people of Albay for refusing to wear a souvenir shirt promoting the province.

Lim, who was invited to Albay's Tsinoy Festival, explained on Twitter that he refused to wear the shirt to avoid conflict with his clothing endorsement.

The actor made the statement after an online news report quoted him as saying, "I am not here to promote Albay."



"I just read an online article about an incident which is deeply upsetting because it doesn't tell the right story. In the article I was quoted as saying 'I am not here to promote Albay', something I never said or would ever say," he said.

"Earlier, the author of the online article handed me a coffee table book of Albay and a t-shirt to wear. My exact words to her were 'Sorry po, hindi ko maisuot yung t-shirt kasi baka magka-conflict sa clothing endorsement ko. Pasensiya na po.' Later on, someone reported her as saying 'Ayaw daw niya.' I love Albay and I am always happy to be here with its good people. I deeply apologize to Governor Salceda and the people of Albay for the misunderstanding about my reasons for refusal to wear the t-shirt."

"My parents raised me to be respectful and generous to everyone, and my management has always stressed the virtues of decency and humility. I do not do drugs and have worked hard to get to where I am. If you send me the t shirt and after I have cleared it with my clothing endorsement, I would be more than happy to wear it online and on air. I am also very willing to promote the book of Albay," he added.


(This story corrects the first paragraph to reflect that the souvenir shirt given to Lim does not bear the words "I love Albay.")

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Why Xian feels friendship with Kim might level up

MANILA – Actor Xian Lim is hoping regular on-screen partner Kim Chiu will be his Valentine this coming February 14.

"Para sa akin, the best invitation sa Valentine’s is surprise," he said during his live interview on “The Buzz” on Sunday.

Although they have yet to take their relationship to the next level, Lim vowed to just continue making the actress feel special.

“Parati kong pinapakita sa kanya na nandito ako, parati ako nagdadala ng bulaklak or mga favorite niya, ng mga chocolates. Kung gumana 'yung pa-cute ko sa kanya, malalaman natin,” he said.

Lim understands that it is important that they build a strong foundation as friends first if ever they indeed become a couple in the future.

“I think to get a really good relationship, dapat 'yung friendship niyo matibay ang foundation para hindi naman kapag nandoon na kayo, medyo rocky,” he said.

During his interview on “Aquino and Abunda Tonight” last February 4, Lim gave a meaningful answer when he was asked if he and Chiu are already a couple.

"Nararamdaman ko, malapit na eh. I think lume-level up na ako," he teased without going into details.

Asked why he was able to say such thing, Lim said: “Nararamdaman ko kasi na—nasasamahan na niya ako. Kasi dati parati kaming may chaperone. Hindi kami pwedeng makanood ng sine. Ngayon sumasama na siya sa akin, sumasama na siya sa mga kaibigan ko lalo na 'yung lola at mommy ko.”

With a little more effort, Chiu said in a separate interview that Lim is close to becoming her boyfriend.

"Malapit na, konti na lang, konting push na lang," Chiu said.

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Xian Lim to do soap with Jessy Mendiola

MANILA -- Xian Lim admitted that he feels nervous doing a series with his new leading lady, Jessy Mendiola.

"Oo naman, of course [may kaba]," Lim told reporters in an interview on Thursday at the sidelines of the launching of his second album, "XL2."

Even if he has a new leading lady, Lim said he is confident that his fans will be there to show their support.

"Kaya po ako bilib sa kanila, kasi they always assure us na they will always be there for us, maski magkahiwalay yung project, nauna si Kim na magkaroon ng project ay nandito sila all throughout," said the actor, who rose to fame for his love team with actress Kim Chiu.



He added that he will work hard for his newest TV project.

"Siyempre naman po ay pagbubutihin namin. Pupunta kami sa set prepared. Siyempre hindi naman kami gigising na, 'ah wala lang ito.' We will do our best para sa lahat," he said.

Meanwhile, Lim said he is also set to do two movie projects with Chiu.

Their last project together was the hit movie "Bride for Rent."

"Nabalitaan ko nga nung last contract signing may dalawa kaming pelikula together, one with Ms. Ai Ai delas Alas and another one with [director] Joyce Bernal," he said.

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Xian: I'm single, ready to mingle!

MANILA - Xian Lim dodged questions about onscreen partner and rumored girlfriend Kim Chiu on Tuesday, shortly after admitting at a press conference that he is "single and ready to mingle."

The 24-year-old actor drew surprised reactions with the candid confession, which he offered while on stage at the event held by a skincare brand he endorses.

Shortly after the press event, Lim was quizzed by reporters on his status and his ties with Chiu, who has referred to her relationship with the actor as "special."

Asked if he was serious with his statement, Lim said, "Why not?"

"Nagpapasalamat ako kasi feeling ko 'yung mga tumili sa right side, mga fans 'yon, e," he added, referring to the shrieks that followed his candid statement earlier.

Lim was then asked if his being single means that Chiu is "out of the picture." The actor only shrugged and mentioned his endorsed brand.

When a reporter noted that he seemed to be avoiding dicussing Chiu, the actor only said, "We have a very special relationship [at] para sa amin lang 'yon."

He repeated this when asked further about the actress.


Unsure about 'KimXi' team-up

Chiu and Lim's "love team" took off in 2011, and they have since co-starred in three TV series and two films in leading roles.

Fans of the rumored couple, dubbed "KimXi," were surprised when Chiu was paired with Coco Martin in the ongoing period drama "Ikaw Lamang," following the box-office success of the tandem's last film "Bride for Rent."

While Lim said he is set to do a new movie and a TV series, he could not confirm whether the projects would be with Chiu.

"Wala pa po, e," he said, when asked to share details about his upcoming projects. "Hindi pa po nag-sa-start, but as soon as we start, I'm going to let everyone know."

Lim was also asked for his reaction to the intrigues that hounded him recently, following his controversial number with an impersonator of Chiu which was telecast live.

When a reporter noted how Chiu was vocal of her support for him during that time, Lim only said, "Maraming, maraming salamat sa lahat ng... everyone [for[ being there, thank you."

"There are so many things to be grateful for, like this event... I feel really blessed, and there are so many things coming up my way, so I'm just really excited," he added.

"I'm just here to work hard and prove myself to people."

Lim, who is considered as one of the top endorsers in local showbiz, said he did not expect being given so many "blessings" just five years into his career.

"Even noong nagsimula ako sa mga teleserye, I didn't really expect I would go this fast. So maraming, maraming salamat sa lahat ng nagtitiwala," he said.

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How Kim Chiu will spend Valentine's day

MANILA – It seems Xian Lim has yet to ask Kim Chiu for a date on February 14 as the actress admitted she is not sure if she will actually celebrate Valentine’s Day.

In an interview with entertainment site Push.com.ph, Chiu said she would be on the set of her upcoming series that day, leaving no time for planning something special.

“Naku, hindi ko pa alam," she said. "Friday ba ‘yun? May taping ata 'yun.”

Chiu also said she is not expecting anything on February 14.

“Ay wala, huwag ka na masyado mangarap para hindi masyado mataas 'yung expectation mo. Baka mag-expect ka ng something tapos hindi mangyari malungkot ka pa. Chill lang, relax,” she advised.

Chiu added: “Hindi naman 'yun sa lugar or sa regalo na matatanggap mo. It’s the feeling na ipaparamdam sa iyo ng taong mahal mo. 'Yun lang 'yung importante, hindi na dito tayo sa bundok tayong dalawa or dito tayo sa dagat. Siguro sa feelings niyo na lang 'yun ang importante,”

Prodded about the real score between her and Lim, the actress replied: “Kayo talaga, hindi naman kailangan mag-open up. Masaya naman 'yung mga tao, ganun. Okay na 'yun. Balato muna.”

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Xian defends Kim over remarks to reporters

MANILA – Actor Xian Lim came to the defense of on-screen partner Kim Chiu who made headlines for her candid remark to reporters about the status of their relationship in real life.

Speaking on “”Mornings@ANC” on Thursday, Lim said Chiu was right when she mentioned that what’s more important is that they make their fans happy.

“What you see is what you get. As long as we are making you guys happy and our supporters happy, marami namang nagmamahal diyan. As long as they are happy, we are happy also,” he said.

Asked why they keep things private considering both of them are public figures, Lim quipped: “Everything has timing.”

“Given time, we won’t be selfish about it. Sasabihin naman namin 'yun eh. Pero this time, it’s better to leave things unsaid muna. Basta when the time comes, hindi namin siya ipagdadamot,” he said.

Lim, however, said he does not get annoyed when they get repeatedly asked about their supposed relationship.

“We always get that. I remember last year, I was interviewed by Tito Boy (Abunda). He asked me the same questions. I answered the same answers. What he told me is you can’t really blame everyone for wanting to know the real score. Kasi if they don’t want to know, matakot ka kasi ibig sabihin they don’t care about you,” he said.

“We just want to keep things private for now. Just give us time,” Lim pleaded.

During the press conference for their upcoming movie last Tuesday, Chiu was asked by showbiz columnist Aster Amoyo to just confirm or deny whether she and Lim are officially together.

The veteran reporter noted how the two have been evasive on confirming whether they are a couple despite being open about their close ties.

Chiu responded: "Ako, sinagot na rin namin 'to sa last press con namin [ni Xian]. We don't owe you any of our personal lives siguro. You can think whatever you want to think as long as you're happy when you watch us on TV, nakikita niyo kung paano kami ma-inlove, ganyan. And 'yun na 'yon. And lahat naman tayo merong mga hindi dapat i-share o dapat i-share, and it's our choice, and I hope you guys respect that."

Shortly after the press conference, reports surfaced online that Amoyo supposedly walked out of the event, although the actress on Wednesday denied this, saying, "Kung may na-offend man, pasensya na po."

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Kim Chiu speaks up on reporter's 'walkout'

MANILA -- Kim Chiu clarified that there was no "walkout" during a press conference held Tuesday where she responded candidly to a reporter's question about the status of her relationship with onscreen partner Xian Lim.

The 23-year-old actress faced members of the press anew during a bloggers' conference on Wednesday, also for her upcoming film "Bride for Rent," which she took as an opportunity to clarify the incident involving showbiz columnist Aster Amoyo.

"Wala naman pong nag-walkout, at nag-sorry naman ako agad," Chiu said. "Siguro na mis-interpret lang. Siguro may mga bagay na kapag inuulit-ulit… Ikaw, kapag tinanong kita nang paulit-ulit tapos ang sagot ko ulit-ulit din. Magagalit ka kasi ulit-ulit lang rin 'yung sagot ko."

During the press event on Tuesday, Chiu was asked by Amoyo to just confirm or deny whether she and Lim are officially together. The veteran reporter noted how the two have been evasive on confirming whether they are a couple despite being open about their close ties.

Chiu responded: "Ako, sinagot narin namin 'to sa last presscon namin [ni Xian]. We don't owe you any of our personal lives siguro. You can think whatever you want to think as long as you're happy when you watch us on TV, nakikita niyo kung paano kami ma-inlove, ganyan. And 'yun na 'yon. And lahat naman tayo merong mga hindi dapat i-share o dapat i-share, and it's our choice, and I hope you guys respect that."

"Hindi naman [ako] nakulitan, siguro medyo lang," Chiu said, when asked Wednesday about being made to answer the same question about Lim time and again. "Tao rin naman kami. Kahit artista kami, may nararamdaman din naman kami kapag medyo nasisindakan kami or kapag medyo iba na 'yung klase ng pagtatanong."

Shortly after the press conference on Tuesday, reports surfaced online that Amoyo supposedly walked out of the event. The actress on Wednesday denied this, saying, "Kung may na-offend man, pasensya na po."

Admittedly, however, Chiu said she was affected by the criticism directed at her for supposedly being rude toward members of the press. Reactions to her statement quickly reached her through social media, the actress recalled, but found comfort in her fans who came to her defense.

"Ang lungkut-lungkot ko tapos nagbasa ako ng Twitter at Instagram. Ay, parang nabuhay ang loob ko," she said. "Kagabi sobrang naramamdan ko... [na] sobra nila (fans) akong pinagtatanggol. Sa lahat kasi ng nangyayari sa 'kin nandiyan na sila sa likod ko eh. All out support sila, as in. Sobra akong happy, sobra akong thankful."

Directed by Mae Czarina Cruz and produced by Star Cinema, "Bride for Rent" will hit theaters nationwide on January 15.

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Xian Lim doing a movie with Kim Chiu

MANILA – Xian Lim is looking forward to taking his TV partnership with Kim Chiu to the next level as they star in their first movie together.

While they are busy taping for the top-rating primetime series “Ina Kapatid Anak,” Lim revealed that his movie with Chiu is slated to come out very soon.

“I’m doing a movie with Kim and it’s gonna be out soon so dapat abangan nila iyan. Really exciting so sana abangan nila,” he told ABS-CBN News.

Lim, however, refused to divulge details about the project just yet.

“Right now, everything is still a work on progress so wala pa akong details. But it’s a romantic-comedy, that’s all I can say,” he said.

Before Lim, the actress was previously paired with actor Gerald Anderson.

Dubbed as the "Kimeralds," Chiu and Anderson’s fans have shown solid support for the loveteam, whether it be on their television or movie projects.

Asked whether Lim is pressured to follow this success, he said: “Siyempre nandiyan talaga 'yung pressure, but what I can do is take that pressure and just be excited for the project. I’m just gonna have fun.”

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Chopper beats yacht? Xian ignores comparisons

MANILA, Philippines -- Actor Xian Lim shrugged off comparisons between his Valentine date with Kim Chiu on a yacht and the supposed helicopter ride of Gerald Anderson and actress Maja Salvador.

"Ako kasi mas iniisip ko lang 'yung sarili ko. Mas iniisip ko ang nangyayari sa buhay ko. I don't look at other people. If it doesn't concern me. I don't pay attention to it," Lim told ABS-CBN News in an interview.

Lim said what is important to him is that he goes the extra mile to make Chiu happy everyday.

Lim surprised his "Ina Kapatid Anak" co-star last February 14 with a yacht cruise. Chiu was with her family and friends in Subic when Lim unexpectedly called her and asked to go to the Subic Yacht Club.

Meanwhile, rumored couple Anderson and Salvador reportedly spent Valentine’s Day together in Tagaytay. Citing several reports, “The Buzz” said Anderson allegedly took Salvador to Antonio’s, a high-end restaurant in Tagaytay, via a helicopter which he rented.

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