How Donbelle lives for real to live more
This generation’s phenomenal loveteam, Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano or Donbelle, disclosed that living for real is the secret to living more. In a recent interview for their latest Smart Prepaid campaign, the tandem shared that navigating fame in the digital age could be tricky, but grounding oneself in reality makes all the difference.
Below, Donbelle peels the layers of online fame by sharing tips on authenticity, finding balance and voice during social media-heavy times. As Gen Zs themselves, Donny and Belle recognize the need to keep things grounded and authentic despite fame, and this is something their followers would spot and relate to right away. Don’t let social media dictate who you are
It’s easy to join the bandwagon and post what everybody else is posting, but for Donbelle, authenticity is a priority, and people should find beauty in imperfection.
“Don't let the digital world dictate who you are. Being true to yourself and finding your voice is what makes you genuinely shine,” said Donny to start the con “every versation.
Belle agreed, “Totoo ‘yan. It’s our real stories, our truths, that connect us.”
Unfiltered bravery in social media realness For Donbelle, being real means being brave. It takes courage to be real, they said as Donny elaborated on the courage it takes to showcase one's true self.
“In an age where everyone is curating their online personas, being authentic is a brave act. It's about peeling off the layers of expectation and daring to be seen for who you really are,” he added.
Belle added, “Mahirap sometimes, pero worth it. Real beats perfect any day. And you also become more relatable.”
Finding balance when it comes to sharing things online The young actors find balance in knowing what to share and when to share things on social media.