Chanty hopes to return to acting, as she remains on hiatus from Lapillus
Chanty in a concept photo for “Girl’s Round Pt. 2.” Image: Courtesy of MLD Entertainment
Filipina-Argentinian K-pop idol Chantal Videla, best known as Chanty, is hoping to get back into acting as she remains on hiatus from the girl group Lapillus.
In a 24 Oras interview, Chanty admitted it’s been a while since her last acting project to which she hopes she could refresh her memory.
“Matagal-tagal na rin ang (It’s been a while since my) last acting experience ko so I have to refresh my mind and everything,” she said.
The Lapillus member is also happy that her bandmates were able to “rest with their families” on their second debut anniversary last June 20, while admitting that she’s sad she didn’t celebrate the special date with them.
Article continues after this advertisement“I’m glad they’re able to rest and to be together with their families, pero there’s a side of me na nalulungkot kasi hindi ko sila kasama mag-celebrate. Pero I’m happy that our Lapis (our fandom) are supportive. They keep on sending their love,” she said.
Article continues after this advertisement(I’m glad they’re able to rest and be together with their families. But there’s a side of me that’s sad that I wasn’t able to celebrate our second debut anniversary with them. I’m happy that our Lapis are supportive. They keep on sending their love.)
After she was diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome, Chanty has been on an indefinite break from Lapillus’ activities since April 2024.
Chanty debuted as the vocalist of Lapillus in June 2022. The girl group also consists of Shana, Yue, Bessie, Seowon, and Haeun.
The Filipina-Argentinian signed with Sparkle GMA Artist Center in November 2022.
