Body Talk with John Prats

Small but terrible?

That best describes John Prats — “terrible” in a lovable way, that is — who showcases his dancing prowess in John Prats, Dance Floor Dynamite (released by Galaxy Records) in which he dances to the beats of reggaeton and pop techno, to the music of Dos Fuertes (Tarat Tat), Federico Franch (Electro Tale Vol. 1 [Cream]), 49ers (Ritmo Forte), DJ KC (Gun Shot), DJ Tom & DB Sonc (Dadadada), Alex K & WILZ (Dab Keh), Dos Fuertes (Bringka), Ndian Boy (Ten Little Indians), NINI (Dabbi Doo), Groove Coverage (Poison), DJ Danny vs DJ O Nel (Don’t Wanna), Dance Floor Saints (Mr. Tambourine Man) and Juggy D (Sohniya).

“I really love to dance since I was a kid,” said John who can also be seen on the ABS-CBN Sunday show ASAP ’07 Live and, soon, on the new sitcom Parekoy (also on ABS-CBN). “I got to love dancing even more when I started doing Ang TV because we were given dance lessons on weekends.”

John stands 5’5.5", weighs 135 lbs., and wears medium-sized shirt, medium-sized briefs and size-8.5 shoes.

Have you ever been insecure about your height?

“Never! Not even if they tease me about it, I don’t get pikon. Sabi nga nila, big things come in small packages. Our National Hero, Dr. Jose Rizal, was only a few inches above five feet. Tom Cruise is not that tall, either. Nobody’s perfect. I make up for it sa talent.”

What if your crush or girlfriend is taller than you?

“It doesn’t matter. You love the person not so much for her height as for her personality.”

What do you do to impress a girl?

“I make her laugh.”

And what should a girl do to win your heart?

“She should be malambing, loving and super-understanding.”

How’s your diet?

“I eat everything but in moderation. No white rice for me, only brown rice. I seldom take breakfast because I wake up late. For lunch and dinner, anything basta lutong-bahay — sinigang, adobo, etc. But I eat only a small amount for dinner.”

Snacks?

“I’m not a snacks person; I’m more into drinks — Starbucks coffee, and juices. I take a cup as soon as I wake up and I take more especially when I’m working. I also take mango juice, but not much soda kasi nakakalaki ng tiyan, eh. I take only Coke Lite.”

What about water?

“I try to take as many as eight glasses a day.”

Vitamins and minerals or any supplements?

“Just Vitamin C. Cecon.”

What workout do you do?

“Dancing is a good exercise. I love to dance. When I’m free from work, I play basketball. I also go scuba-diving.”

What part of your body is your favorite?

“My legs.”

What part is most vulnerable?

“My back.”

And what part do you think needs improvement?

“My abs. They need to be trimmed. I have slight love handles because I love eating nga, eh. I should do more sit-ups.”

What part of a girl’s body do you notice first?

“The face. My type? ‘Yung mestiza. Fair-skinned. Nagkataon lang that my past girlfriends were chinita.”

Like who?

“Si Heart (Evangelista). The rest are not from showbiz. It’s only now that my girlfriend is swak na swak sa gusto ko, maputi at mestiza.”

Are you referring to Shaina Magdayao? (She’s 18, John is 23).

“Yes. We’re not really going steady yet; we’re just in the dating stage, enjoying each other’s company.”

If and when, you’ll be her first boyfriend.

“Sana — sana!”

How many girlfriends have you had?

“Quite a few.”

Weren’t you hurt when Heart became Jericho (Rosales’) girlfriend?

“At first, yes, I was. But both of us have moved on. She’s happy and I’m happy. Everybody should be happy, right?”

How’s your love life?

“I’m okay. I enjoy dating.”

Do you have a sex life?

“Naku, none!”

How’s your nightlife?

“Zero.”

How much sleep do you get per night?

“I should be taking eight hours but the most that I get is six hours. I love sleeping; matakaw ako sa tulog. Between takes, I take power naps.”

Your favorite sleep wear?

“Shirt and shorts.”

Do you ever sleep in the nude?

“Never, never, never! Even if I’m alone in my room.”

What’s the last thing that you do before you go to sleep?

“I brush my teeth and watch TV.”

And the first thing that you do when you wake up?

“I brush my teeth again.”

Are you a pillow person?

“I must have three pieces. One under my head and one each sa sides ko.”

Do you talk in your sleep?

“I don’t, but they say that I sometimes snore when I’m tired. Otherwise, I’m a silent sleeper.”

How do you cope with stress?

“I keep quiet in one corner and drink Starbucks coffee. I don’t talk to anyone. Or I go scuba-diving. Massage? Not much. No time.”

What kind of music do you listen to?

“Anything. Wide ang range ko sa music. My favorite song? Don’t Matter by Akon. Akon is coming for a concert. Yes, I will watch it.”

What kind of books do you read?

“Inspirational books. I’m now reading The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho.”

Movies?

“I watch a lot of movies. I make sure that I watch those nominated for the Oscars.”

Most actors are afraid of the sun. Are you?

“No. But I put in sunblock everytime I go under the sun.”

Do you have any favorite hideaway?

“The beach.”

Any favorite city?

“Egypt. I’ve been there. It’s rich in culture.”

What’s your outlook in life?

“I’m cool. I worry but not so much. I try to look at the bright side of life.”

Are you allergic to anything?

“Fortunately, not.”

How often do you see your doctor?

“Not often.”

Are you the type of person who takes medicine at the slightest sign of a symptom, real or imagined?

“No, I’m not.”

Your dentist?

“Every three months.”

Your dermatologist?

“I don’t have a dermatologist.”

Are you vain like most good-looking guys?

“No, I’m not. But I try to look good, pero hindi ako vanidoso. I’m lucky that I have a good skin, so I don’t develop pimples.”

Do you apply anything on your skin?

“Nothing. I wash my face with just soap and water, and a little moisturizer.”

How long does it take you to fix yourself?

“Fast. One hour, including taking a bath. I soap my hair first and then pababa. I have a routine in dressing up. I put on my shirt first, then my pants. And then, I spray myself with perfume.”

What’s your favorite perfume?

“I have my own brand, called Motion by John P. It will be launched next year. The scent is light citrus, like Clinique Happy. It makes you feel fresh and smell fresh.”

Name three women you think have nice bodies.

“Jessica Alba. Scarlett Johansson. Angelina Jolie.”

And three men...

“Brad Pitt. Zanjoe Marudo. Tom Cruise.”

Using only body language, how would you make a girl know that you admire her?

“You know, kapag wala akong malisya sa isang girl, I’m fond of hugging; I’m malambing. Otherwise, pakuwento-kuwento lang; I don’t touch her. I only look and look at her.”

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