Social media personality Diwata said that he didn’t mind being documented by content creators.

In a Facebook post published by Art TV, Diwata, whose real name is Deo Balbuena, said that he didn’t spend anything to be featured by any vloggers, which is why he was thankful to them for promoting his business.

“Hindi ko iniisip na ginagawa ako gatasan kasi in the first place wala naman silang hiningi sa akin na pera, bagkusa nakakatulong pa sila sa’kin para i-vlog para dumami ang customer, dumami ang makakita para makilala ang Diwata pares,” he said.

Diwata’s opinion on the issue received praise from the netizens.

“Tama naman give it take.! Kesa naman magpagawa pa sya ng promotion, Ads or kumuha sya ng personal Blogger para sa kanyang business magastos, mas ok nayan, Positive mindset huwag lang hatakin pababa sa mga ingetero at basher, sinasamantala na sya, kabaitan parin ang sinusukli nya, maging inspirasyon nalang sa iba!,” netizen Poklat said.

“Yan ang attitude very positive. Mas piniling tingnan ang Magandang maidudulot at naidulot ng mga vloggers sa kanya at sa business nya. Cheers Diwata,” netizen Curly remarked.

“Yan ang simpleng tao napaka positibong mindset mas iniisip pa nya ang naitulong at ambag ng mga vlogger para mas lalo pang makilala ang diwata pares nya,” netizen Amiga commented.

It can be recalled that several content creators already warned Diwata that his popularity was not permanent on social media and he must be careful of the people who were allegedly using him to earn money.

While he was thankful to the vloggers, Diwata asked for privacy after some content creators attempted to enter his kitchen without permission.

Social media sensation Deo Balbuena, also known as ‘Diwata’ directly addressed the vloggers who visited him to feature his Paresan business.

In a video, Diwata could be shown talking to the vloggers who lined up, hoping that they could enter the kitchen of his Paresan as it is one of the popular content right now on social media.

Diwata explained that the content creators should also respect his privacy.

He also said that his kitchen was off-limits to all content creators to protect his business.

“Baka mamaya may napicturan na marumi doon [at] pinagsama sama sa pagkain, sabihin marumi, so iniingatan ko ‘yan,” he said.

While he was grateful for his popularity after he became the favorite of content creators, he said that the privacy of his business must be his top priority.

“Okay ha, sa lahat po ng vlogger, sa lahat ng social media influencer – welcome po kayo dito sa Diwata Pares Overload kasi puro din ‘yan ng tindahan ko at nakakatulong din kayo sa social media,” said Diwata. “Ang gusto ko lang sana lahat ng mga privacy katulad ng kitchen, ‘yung hindi po pwedeng i-live, i-video niyo para i-upload sa Facebook,”

“Wag naman sana ipilit kasi privacy ko na ‘yon eh, kasi kung dati nasa kalsada lang tayo lahat pwedeng mag-video. Ngayon na may kitchen na ko, so pag hindi naman kayo authorized person para sa kitchen hindi na ako pumapayag,” he added.

He also narrated how some content creators attempted to see his kitchen without his permission, that’s why he decided to be strict.

Veteran comedian Joey de Leon denied that he was taking a swipe against It’s Showtime during his reaction to the news about the alleged financial problems of Eat Bulaga.

In an Instagram post published on April 19, 2024, Joey said there was no right reason for him to criticize It’s Showtime as they’re the only remaining noontime shows in the country.

“Matagal na naming kapitbahay ‘yon, hindi nila kami tinitira, hindi namin sila tinitira,” said Joey. “Ang pinapatungkulan namin ni Tito [Sotto] nung nagalit kami sa Eat Bulaga eh ‘yung mga social media nagpapa-post,” 

“Kaya hinamon ko [na umabot ng] 15 years kung tatagal ‘yung mga nagpo-post na ‘yon, hindi Showtime. Hoy happy anniversarry It’s Showtime ha, 15 years na nga ‘yung It’s Showtime, bakit ko hahamunin ‘yon.

“Mahal namin ang It’s Showtime dahil kasabayan namin, dalawa nalang kami wag ninyo kaming pagsabungin,” 

It can be recalled that on April 17, Joey’s reaction to the rumors surrounding Eat Bulaga, including their alleged decreasing revenues, lowering television ratings, and also management issues.

“Naiingit lang ang mga ‘yan dahil hindi sila kasama sa Top 5 Longest Running TV Show in the World,” said Joey. “At ito muna ang hamon ko – Umabot lang kayo ng 15 years baka luluhod pa ako sa harap niyo. 15 lang ha, eh by that time baka bumiyahe na ako eh,”

He added: “Bastusan na kasi labanan eh, bastusan na, siraan, walang kwenta, but enjoy lang tayo. Umabot muna kayo ng 45 years. Longest running top 5 (TV Show) in the World. Mainggit kayo! Wala eh ganun talaga… Kasama naman kayo dapat dun kasi Pilipinas ‘yung dala namin eh. Bakit kayo ganyan, ang sasama ng ugali niyo,”

 

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Being visited by authorities was already common when it came to social media influencer and entrepreneur Deo Jarito Balbuena, popularly known as Diwata.

In fact, Diwata became viral in 2016 after he was put under the custody of the authorities after being involved in a commotion involving his friends.

Since his street food business became popular, Diwata has also been visited several times by different agencies.

But on April 18, 2024, Diwata faced one of the biggest challenges of his life as he was almost put behind bars due to a warrant served against him.

According to the records from the authorities, Diwata received a complaint from Rogelio Magallanes, a construction worker.

Rogelio accused Diwata of using a bamboo stick against him during a confrontation that happened under the bridge of Diokno Boulevard in Pasay City, the same place where the social media celebrity lived and built his Paresan business.

Diwata quickly posted bail worth P3,000 to gain his temporary freedom. But it’s still not yet known if Rogelio would still pursue the charges against the businessman who’s also now part of ABS-CBN’s Batang Quiapo.

As of writing, Diwata has yet to give a statement on the issue.

Netizens noticed how Paolo Contis’ features quickly changed, just several just one and a half months after his noontime show, ‘Tahanang Pinakamasaya’ ended its stint on GMA Network.

In a video he shared as part of his promotion for his comeback project “Tabing Ilog” together with Kaye Abad and Patrick Garcia, netizens expressed concern and quickly speculated that the change in his appearance was the effect of losing his noontime show.

While Paolo was smiling in the video, some netizens noticed the haggardness of the actor.

“Parang laki ng itinanda ni Paolo ah, stressed ang hitsura umimpis mukha at malalim eye bags,” a netizen said.

“Stress will make anyone appear old,” another netizen commented.

Despite the criticism he received during his noontime show stint, netizens still praised Paolo due to his acting on his latest project.

“May nagsara mang isa, marami pang bukas na pinto sa mahusay na aktor na si Paolo Contis,” netizen Bernardo remarked.

“Di maipagkakaila na sobrang husay niya umarte. as in . kaya pinanood ko movie kasi magaling talaga sila ni Kaye at Patrick lalo na si Paolo,” netizen Sola said.

It can be recalled that Paolo reportedly lost his chance to acquire a new property after the sudden end of Tahanang Pinakamasaya.

“According to him, bibili na sana ng bahay,” Paolo’s talent manager said. “Bibili na lang siya ng drawing ng bahay,”

“Nalungkot siya pero sabi ko nga sa kanya, huminto na ng. . . ’yun bang, complain kung ba’t inalis ng GMA, ‘di ba? Bigyan niya ng right ang GMA kung ano’ng gustong gawin tapos maghintay na lang siya,” she stated.

“Malay mo, may magandang dumating,” she added.

Social media celebrity and entrepreneur Deo Balbuena, also known as “Diwata,” had been served by warrant due to a charge filed against him in 2018.

According to PNP Spokesperson PCapt. Mark Jun Anaviso, Diwata peacefully coordinated with the authorities who visited him at his Paresan establishment in Pasay City.

The warrant was served by on. Allan B Ariola, Presiding Judge ng Metropolitan Trial Court Br 48, Pasay City.

The influencer quickly posted bail worth P3,000 to gain his temporary freedom.

Netizens expressed their support for Diwata, saying that the complaint was only a thing of his dark past.

“Grabe. Di ako against sa law pero bakit ngayon lang nilabas yan? Ayaw nyo talagang paangatin yung kapwa natin pinoy. Well its more fun in the Philippines,” netizen Gerwill said.

“Ganyan talaga ang buhay pag umaangat ka marami ibabato sayo,” netizen Al commented.

“Pagsubok ni Diwata. Wag ka Magpapatalo diwata pares over fans page. Laban Lng Sa Mga NagDodown sayo,” netizen Arnel remarked.

It can be recalled that Diwata received social media fame after several vloggers recognized him as the viral LGBT member who was featured on a news report about a commotion in 2016.

His Paresan business quickly became an attraction among netizens, thanks to his colorful personality and dedication to escape poverty.

Just recently, Alex Gonzaga featured Diwata’s Paresan business and the social media celebrity also shared his determination to have a better life after trying several businesses.

He was also part of the ABS-CBN program FPJ Batang Quiapo.

Netizens quickly noticed how Michelle Dee deleted her photo with It’s Showtime’s segment “EXpecially for You.” former searchee Atty. Oliver Moeller.

It can be recalled that Oliver was paired with Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee during the segment and many fans couldn’t stop shipping them.

However, on Thursday, netizens noticed Michelle’s deletion of her photo with Oliver after the latter hinted at his admiration for It’s Showtime host Kim Chiu.

“I’ve always thought Kim was such a pretty person. You know, she’s from Cebu. So, I mean, I guess you could say that.” the lawyer said.

“I don’t think it’s fair that I speak about that without Kim’s permission. So, I’m so sorry. I hope you understand. But Kim’s pretty nice,” he added.

Aside from his thoughts on Kim, Oliver also expressed his interest in becoming an actor.

Meanwhile, Oliver described Michelle as a “, amazing, elegant, well-spoken person” and “very professional”

Netizens already expressed their disappointment for the alleged heartbreak experienced by Michelle.

“He’s a good looking guy but I don’t like him for Kim as well. Mukhang clout chaser na pa simple. I want a guy na medyo private for Kim. Yung hindi ma social media,” a netizen said.

“Matalino talaga si MMD, she knows kung ano ang intention ng tao. Sana si Kim din lumakas ang pang amoy,” another netizen commented.

Kim only recently ended her relationship with Xian Lim and her fans also hoped that she would avoid entering into a relationship for now.

As of writing, Kim has yet to give her answer if she’s already accepting suitors now.

Eat Bulaga host Tito Sotto said that he was willing to provide documents to prove that their longest-running noontime show was already on the verge of closing due to financial difficulties.

On the Wednesday episode of Eat Bulaga, Tito said that he would present the income tax returns of Eat Bulaga to counter the reports that they’re not gaining profits anymore due to their ballooning budget.

“May mga sinungaling na nagkakalat na nalulugi daw ta’yo at magsasara na daw tayo… Ang sabi ng mga sinungaling,” said Tito.

“Para mapatunayan na tayo ay hindi nagsisinungaling at sila’y mga sinungaling, bukas bibigyan natin ang media ng kopya ng file sa BIR ng income tax. Para makita nila. Yong mga nagsasalita ng gano’n mga sinungaling ‘yon, wag kayong maniniwala ‘don sa mga ‘yon,” he added.

Tito’s co-host, Allan K, also called the critics of Eat Bulaga ‘mema.’

It can be recalled that several social media pages claimed that Eat Bulaga was facing financial difficulties due to its ballooning production budget.

The profit sharing between MediaQuest and TVJ Production was also facing issues due to its allegedly lowering revenues.

However, the document that may be presented by Tito would end the speculations about the show.

The issue started to spread after Eat Bulaga’s number one competitor, It’s Showtime was transferred to GMA, the former network of TVJ.

While It’s Showtime was already surpassing Eat Bulaga in noontime show ratings, experts believed that it would be too early for Kapamilya fans to celebrate as the Dabarkads were known to recover from lowering popularity.

Joey de Leon responded to the critics of Eat Bulaga and It’s Showtime fans amid the rumors that their noontime show was facing financial difficulties.

On the Thursday episode of Eat Bulaga, Joey said that the critics who were spreading the said information were only jealous of the longevity of their show.

“Naiingit lang ang mga ‘yan dahil hindi sila kasama sa Top 5 Longest Running TV Show in the World,” said Joey. “At ito muna ang hamon ko – Umabot lang kayo ng 15 years baka luluhod pa ako sa harap niyo. 15 lang ha, eh by that time baka bumiyahe na ako eh,”

He added: “Bastusan na kasi labanan eh, bastusan na, siraan, walang kwenta, but enjoy lang tayo. Umabot muna kayo ng 45 years. Longest running top 5 (TV Show) in the World. Mainggit kayo! Wala eh ganun talaga… Kasama naman kayo dapat dun kasi Pilipinas ‘yung dala namin eh. Bakit kayo ganyan, ang sasama ng ugali niyo,”

It can be recalled that social media pages Chakapuso and Kapatid Insider published information about the alleged secret meeting set by TV5 to discuss the financial problems and ballooning budget of Eat Bulaga.

According to the reports, aside from the increasing budget of the show, Eat Bulaga was also allegedly facing profit profit-sharing problem with TV5’s Mediaquest.

Fans also claimed that the Kapamilya program’s arrival on GMA Network quickly made It’s Showtime the number one noontime show in the country.

However, the decision of TV5 to transfer Eat Bulaga on a bigger studio contradicted the claims of the critics.