Sarah Geronimo and BTS’ Jungkook | Images: Instagram/@justsarahgph, @jungkook_bighitentertainment
If she were to choose, Filipina pop icon Sarah Geronimo said she would love to collaborate with South Korean boy group BTS member Jungkook in the future.
Conducting a Q&A session on X (formerly Twitter), Geronimo answered a fan’s query if there’s any Korean group that she’d like to meet and collaborate with, to which she replied Jungkook.
“I love JUNGKOOK. I think he is an amazing artist. Ang galing niya sobra [smiley],” wrote the OPM icon.
Broadway legend Lea Salonga, who’s known as an avid fan of BTS, enthusiastically responded to Geronimo’s answer.
“Grabe siya! [I strongly] agree!!!” wrote the Miss Saigon star.
Grabe siyaaaaaaa! Strong agree!!!
— Lea Salonga (@MsLeaSalonga) March 5, 2024
Geronimo is set to receive the Global Force Award at Billboard Women in Music on Wednesday, March 6, making her the first Filipina to be recognized since the organization’s inception in 2007.
Given that she is making a mark internationally, the “Tala” singer was also asked if she’s open to doing musical projects abroad.
“If given the chance, why not. But of course I am open to working with International Artists if given the opportunity,” she said.
If given the chance, why not. But of course I am open to working with International Artists if given the opportunity. https://t.co/OfEub7yTHe
— Sarah Geronimo (@JustSarahG) March 5, 2024
The “Forever’s Not Enough” singer expressed that she is excited about representing the Filipinos in the international arena, especially in the upcoming Billboard women awards.
“Iba iba. Mixed emotions – excited, nervous! Looking forward to the event. Honored because I’ll be there to represent the Filipino Music Industry,” said Geronimo.
Iba iba. Mixed emotions – excited, nervous! Looking forward to the event. Honored because I'll be there to represent the Filipino Music Industry. https://t.co/CXpe1yZkpz
— Sarah Geronimo (@JustSarahG) March 5, 2024
With a career spanning 20 years, the popstar royalty has been recognized by different and international award-giving bodies, solidifying her status as one of the foundations of Philippine music.
So far, Geronimo has 15 Awit Awards, an Mnet Asian Music Award, an MTV Europe Music Award, a World Music Award, a Classic Rock Roll of Honour Award, and more under her name.
Geromino’s presence is also felt in the Philippine film and TV industry, as she starred in some of the critically acclaimed Filipino series and movies, such as “Bituing Walang Ningning,” “A Very Special Love” and “Miss Granny,” among others.