The police officer who went viral on social media after trying to stop the content creator group ‘Tukomi’ during one of their pranks spoke for the first time about the incident.
It can be recalled that Tukomi gained the attention of the netizens after they almost put their lives at risk during their prank during their encounter with the police officer.
In an interview with Coach Dennis Zuniega, Police Staff Sergeant Ronnie Conmigo narrated what happened during the viral incident that some netizens believe could end the career of Tukomi.
According to him, he was living in the same place where the prank happened, so he responded quickly during the prank.
“Habang nag-uusap kami ng may-ari [nung hardware] naramdaman ko doon sa kaliwa ko na mayroong sasakyan na kulay black, dahan dahan siya, syempre pagdating ng mga ganon, na-alerto ako, pero kung dadaan lang ‘yun sa daanan ko eh dapat dire-diretso.
“Kaya nag-iisip ako na, ano kaya tong mga to, kasi naka-tint tapos black ‘yung kotse. Maya maya, nagbukas ‘yung tatlong pinto, isa sa kanan, isa sa driver at dito sa likod, lahat sila naka-bonnet.
“Tinignan ko, sabi ko ‘ano to’ tumakbo sila sa unahan ng tindahan sa tabi ng hardware tapos may kinuha sila doon na tao. Nung pagkakuha nila don, dinala nila doon [sa sasakyan] ngayon po nung dinala na nila doon sa may kotse, nagdesisyon na ako.
“Sabi ko hindi ano to eh, kumbaga pulis ako eh, nakita ko ‘yung sitwasyon na ganon, naka-bonnet. Dun na po ako nag-react, nung sumakay na sila sa loob ng sasakyan, nagpakilala na ako na pulis.” he narrated.
According to him, he was told by Tukomi that they were only playing pranks, but he didn’t believe them.
He also explained why he tried to distance himself from one of Tukomi’s members, saying that he didn’t want to risk being outsmarted during the said incident.
“Akala ko mapapalaban pa ko, kunti nalang itatagal ko sa serbisyo, dalawa lang ang pwedeng mangyari eh,” Conmigo said.
Officer Conmigo believed that the said prank done by Tukomi should be stopped.
The police officer also denied that he was really part of the prank.
“Hindi ko po sila kilala,” he stated.
Conmigo believed that other police officers would do the same if they witnessed the prank Tukomi.
He also shared a piece of advice to new police officers to be careful with their decision-making.
“Tignan niyo ang scenario, tignan niyo mabuti kung maikakapahamak niyo ba o mapapahamak kayo, ‘yung ginawa ko dinepensahan ko lang ‘yung sarili ko, nag-isip akong mabuti doon na hindi ako makadisgrasya.” he said.
The police officer then addressed the content creators to be careful of what they were doing.
“Gumawa kayo ng magandang content na talagang maski may sakit ay mapapa-smile niyo, pero kung gagawa kayo ng vlog na kagaya niyan, pangit para sakin na gumawa kayo ng ganyan para kumita lang. Wag niyong gagawin yan,” he said.
Beauty line CEO Rosmar Tan couldn’t hide her sadness after the construction of her plant had gone to waste.
In her social media post, Tan shared a photo of the current state of his plant that she planned to use to ramp up the production of her beauty products.
According to her, she had already paid more than 50% of the construction cost, but she realized that her plant was not even reached 10% of its completion.
She has been told by the people who handled the project that her plant should be finished around February.
“Pinangakuan nyo ako na february tapos na ang PLANTA ko, sabi nyo kayo na ang bahala sa lahat ng permits basta magbabayaaad lang ako. Sobra sobra ang bayad ko sainyo, mahigit 50% na tapos yung trabaho nyo wala pang 50%?” Tan said.
“Sa mga engr at archi dyan? Ilang percent na to? Tapos ngayon iniwan nyo dun ng ganun ganun nalang? Kaya nga ako nag hire ng professionals, kasi wala akong alam sa ganyan. Nakakalungkot talaga.” she added.
Some netizens who followed her on social media told her that the project was not even 10% complete.
“I would say, not even in 10%. If planta ang usapan. you should’ve hire an in house project manager. Para alam nya yung plano . Hindi lang yung bayad tayo ng bayad sa projects na hindi natin alam kung ano yung binabayaran natin.” netizen Ezekiel said.
According to her, she learned her lesson and planning to buy an already-built property next time.
“Alam nyo na kung bakit takooot na akong magpa gawa ng bahay, kaya panay biliii nalang ako ng property na may bahay na. Nadala na ako ng sobra. Huhubels,” she stated.
As of writing, Tan has yet to announce if she’s going to file charges against the people behind the construction of her plant.
Director and actor Coco Martin explained why he’s not using a script in FPJ’s Batang Quiapo.
In an interview during the mediacon for Coco’s movie ‘Apag’ one of the official entries for the Summer Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 2023, the popular actor revealed that he got his style of not using a script from Director Brillante Mendoza.
Mendoza directed Martin’s first lead role in a movie, Masahista, in 2005.
According to him, he also decided to use the same technique when filming Batang Quiapo, currently one of the top-rated shows in television.
“Kasi dun ako lumaki, e. Sa kanila ni Bing Lao. Talagang hindi kami sanay na may script.” Coco said.
“Dun kami sa gut feel, e. Pinapakiramdaman namin yung mga location, yung mga actors. Iyon ang nakasanayan ko at sa kanya ako lumaki. Kaya siguro ito yung nabitbit ko hanggang sa pagdidirek,” he added.
However, he admitted that he would not surpass Mendoza’s talent.
Meanwhile, the award-winning director praised Coco for being down-to-earth despite the achievements he attained.
“Siya pa rin si Coco Martin 18 years ago. Hindi ko siya nakikitang direktor. Hindi ko siya nakikitang superstar. Ahhh… kasi siguro dahil sa walang nagbago sa samahan. Walang nagbago.” Mendoza said.
Despite the good stories about Coco, the actor still couldn’t evade criticisms especially from motivational speaker Rendon Labador who wanted him to leave Quiapo.
Some netizens were not convinced that Filipino-American actress Vanessa Hudgens was fit to become the Philippines’ global tourism ambassador.
On March 31, the government tapped Vanessa to promote the Philippines, even if it was just her first time visiting the country.
She was also set to make a documentary about her ‘Filipino roots’ directed by Presidential Adviser on Creative Communications (OPACC) Paul Soriano.
However, some netizens questioned Vanessa’s qualifications and even compared the Hollywood actress to K-Pop star Sandara Park, known for actively promoting the Philippines despite being a pure-blooded South Korean.
“What did vanessa hudgens even do? sandara or bretman promotes ph more than she does LMAOO vanessa’s just now relying on her filo genes cuz she’s flopping and she knew pinoys are overproud and will eat everything up especially from a western celebrity,” a netizen asked.
The way Sandara Park has nary a drop of Filipino blood coursing through her veins, yet has done so much more for the Philippines than Vanessa Hudgens ever could.
— SALVADOR DALI DE LEON (@Watdahel_MarceI) April 2, 2023
“The way Sandara Park has nary a drop of Filipino blood coursing through her veins, yet has done so much more for the Philippines than Vanessa Hudgens ever could.” netizen Salvador remarked.
“Sandara Park deserves that Global Tourism Ambassador for the PH more than Vanessa Hudgens.”
“I don’t even agree in gatekeeping the Philippines from Vanessa Hudgens, but I agree with this tweet. Sandara Park should be in her place.” netizen @nmjnee remarked.
In 2017, Sandara received praise from netizens after she encouraged South Koreans to visit the Philippines.
Before becoming a K-Pop artist, Sandara gained fame in the country after placing second in Star Circle Quest in 2004.
In 2007, she decided to return to South Korea and signed a contract with YG Entertainment.
She then gained international fame after becoming a member of the K-pop girl group 2NE1 in 2009.
Actress Jane de Leon couldn’t hide her sadness after her Kuya Jhong passed away.
In her social media story, De Leon dedicated a message to his cousin who’s cooking for her.
“To our beloved chef cousin, you have no idea how much we miss you. Pagluto niyo na lang ulit ako ni Papa next time. Rest in peace, Kuya Jhong,” Jane said.
In the photo, Jane can be seen tired while helping the relatives of her cousin to prepare for his wake.
“24hrs awake.. With Kuya Jhong’s family helping them sort things out…” she wrote.
The Mars Ravelo’s Darna leading actress received hundreds of messages from netizens who wanted to express their condolences for her loss.
Jane was known for being kind to her fans, so it’s not surprising that she was really affected by the passing of her relative.
As of writing, the story has been viewed by thousands of her followers on social media.
Talent manager and showbiz writer Ogie Diaz believed that GMA is not keen on bringing back television host Willie Revillame to their network.
In his online program, Ogie, together with his co-hosts Mama Loi and Ate Mrena, discussed the resignation of Willie from AllTV.
According to Ogie, Willie’s chance of becoming Kapuso again may be slim because of leaving GMA because of a better offer from Manny Villar.
It can be recalled that Willie demanded an executive position from AllTV. However, the show of the television host on the network owned by Villar was considered a flop after getting 0% ratings.
“Naku kung ganoon lang kadali Mrena, why not ‘di ba? Kaya lang siyempre, dati hinabol pa siya ng GMA pero umayaw na siya kasi nga malaki ang offer ni Manny Villar. So, I don’t think hahabulin siya ngayon ng GMA 7,” Ogie said.
Meanwhile, Ogie shared that an executive of ABS-CBN might resign from his position if ever the Kapamilya network decided to welcome Willie again.
“Ang ABS-CBN naman ang alam ko, eto’y ano lang naman sa akin once makabalik ng ABS-CBN si Willie Revillame, isang tao mula sa top management ang magre-resign. Ang nakarating sa akin, pinasakit ang ulo non ni Willie. Hindi ko lang alam ah, kung sino ‘yung tao na ‘yun,” he said.
On April 3, it was reported that Willie already wrote to AllTV to reveal his intention to leave the network.
A report from Bilyonaryo.com said that someone from GMA was already trying to convince Willie to return to Kapuso Network.
Comedienne Rufa Mae Quinto admitted that she admires the controversial director Darryl Yap.
In his Facebook post on April 4, 2023, Darryl shared a parody video made by Ruffa Mae and Netflix for its new South Korean movie.
Darryl praised Rufa Mae’s performance in the said video, which had already reached millions of views on social media.
“Love you both Rufa Mae Quinto Magallanes,” Darryl said.
Ruffa Mae then responded to the post by Darryl, saying that she wanted to work with the director who’s known for making blockbuster movies like Maid in Malacanang.
“Direk Darryl Yap , idol ko po kayo. Sana we can work pls haha,” the comedienne said.
Darryl then shared that he has already plans for Rufa.
“May pitch na ko for you peach! Abangan mo hehehe,” the director told Rufa.
It can be remembered that after three years of living in the US, Rufa Mae decided to go back to the Philippines to revive her career.
Netizens celebrated the victory of chess prodigy Bince Rafael Operiano at the 6th Eastern Asia Youth Chess Championship that was held in Thailand.
While netizens and the government were praising Bince, many were not aware of the hardships that he experienced before flying to Thailand to compete with 20 other players from different countries.
In a Facebook post, Albay 3rd District Representative Fernando Cabredo revealed that Bince, who’s just nine years old, was forced to sleep for three days at Ninoy Aquino International Airport because of uncertainties about his plane ticket.
And when the ticket arrived, Bince traveled alone to Thailand and spent the first day of the competition without his father.
“Due to limited funds and while waiting for the plane ticket sponsored by the Philippine Sports Commission, Bince and his father spent three nights at the airport with those benches as their bed,” Cabredo said.”The little boy had to travel first to Thailand without his father, Mr. Ben Operiano,” he added.
The lack of guardian affected his performance during his first day in Thailand because he was not used to traveling without his father.
Fortunately, his father arrived on the second day, and his confidence returned, defeating other participants.
In an interview, Mr. Operiano shared that he decided to stop working to guide his son’s career, but at the same time, they’re also having difficulties because of a lack of funds.
Mr. Operiano shared that he’s actively searching for sponsors to fund the dream of Bince.
“Kahit na mahirap tayo, alagan naman na [porket] wala tayong pang-suporta ay susuko na tayo.” Mr. Operiano said.
“Pakapalan na lang ng mukha, kakapalan na lamang natin ang mukha natin para masuportahan lamang po natin ang ating mga anak na may pangarap sa buhay,” he added.
Philippine Sports Commission didn’t explain why it took three days for them to give the ticket to Bince and why they didn’t shoulder the accommodation of the chess prodigy while waiting at NAIA.
Janice de Belen said that she would never work with her ex-husband John Estrada on any future projects.
In an interview with Biyaheng Retro 2.0, Janice has been asked by her daughter to John, Kaila Estrada, if she’s willing to work with the actor again.
Kaila also asked Janice if her mother was willing to work with her ex-boyfriend Aga Mulach.
Janice explained that there’s a big difference between John and Aga.
“Aga, yes, I would be open to working with him. To your dad, no.” Janice quickly answered.
“Alam mo kasi, hindi kami naging mag-asawa ni Aga, so it’s different than… the relationship is different. It’s different with your dad kasi naging mag-asawa kami. Yung disagreements namin were not tiny disagreements.” she added.
The television host even said that the reason of her failed marriage to John was not a ‘tiny thing’.
“The reason for us separating, it’s not a tiny thing, it’s not just a disagreement. So many hurtful things, so many hurtful words have already been exchanged.” she said.
Janice also admitted that she still could not look John straight in the eyes.
“Baka maging problema kami, so huwag na lang kaming maging problema at all.” she said.
It can be remembered that Janice and John were married in 1992 and announced their separation in 2001.
Their relationship resulted in four children, Inah, Moira, Kaila, and Yuan.
The court had already annulled their marriage.
Meanwhile, Janice also had a child with Aga, who’s Luigi Mulach.
