Carlo Aquino received a variety of reactions and criticisms after his serenade performance for the candidates of Miss Bacolod Masskara 2023. This followed the previous viral performances by Albie Casino and David Licauco at beauty pageants.
In a video that circulated on social media, Carlo Aquino can be seen singing Adie’s OPM love song “Paraluman” on the night of the candidates’ coronation. This event coincided with the famous Masskara Festival in Bacolod, which is held annually in October.
The video quickly spread across various social media platforms, and many shared their opinions about Carlo’s performance. Some netizens expressed their delight, while others were dismayed by the performance. Some also made comparisons with various artists who have serenaded at beauty pageants, saying, “There are more of them now 😭😭😭😭 Luis Hontiveros, Albie Casino, Marco Alcaraz… Serenades are different now.”
Here are some comments from netizens:
After the viral video of Albie Casino and David Licauco, where they had a mishap in their performance, Carlo Aquino quickly followed suit in one of the prestigious festivals in Bacolod. For some, they believe that someone like him does not deserve to perform there. Hopefully, the organizers will ensure that they carefully choose performers, especially since social media is prevalent, and a simple mistake can quickly go viral. Such mishaps during these significant events can also impact an artist’s career.