First-time music video director Jayda Avanzado definitely made her first foray into directing a memorable one.
The singer-songwriter’s music video for her song, Paano Kung Naging Tayo?, was named the best music video at the International Film Festival Manhattan 2021.
“Never would’ve seen it coming that my directorial debut into the world of music video directing would recognized as my first win in a category like this,” she gushed on Instagram.
Jayda also starred in the music video, alongside actor Rhys Miguel. She collaborated with Edrex Sanchez in directing the video.
“Thank you for guiding me, collaborating and being with me throughout this whole process! not to mention, for also helping and allowing me to grow as a creator whenever we work together,” she addressed her co-director.
Paano Kung Naging Tayo was released on Valentine’s Day and has raked over a million views on Youtube, as of writing.
Jayda is the only daughter of Filipino celebrity singing couple Jessa Zaragoza and Dingdong Avanzado.