In a hotly debated news, the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) rejected ABS-CBN’s motion for reconsideration regarding the controversial incident on the noontime show “It’s Showtime.” This pertains to the actions of the show’s prominent hosts, Vice Ganda, and Ion Perez, in the “Isip Bata” segment of the program.
Yesterday, the MTRCB’s decision went viral, sparking strong reactions from viewers. “It’s Showtime” and the MTRCB trended on social media, along with the name of MTRCB’s chairperson, Lala Sotto. Many expressed their opinions, suspecting a hint of bias in the MTRCB’s decision.
Supporters of “It’s Showtime,” including fans of the program, also expressed their disappointment with the MTRCB’s decision while continuing to trust in the integrity of the show as an entertainment program.
Despite the controversy, ABS-CBN remains steadfast and is exploring possible options. According to their statements, they will continue to provide quality entertainment to their viewers and won’t forget their commitment to bringing joy and inspiration to every Filipino family.
Meanwhile, as demands from netizens for Chairperson Lala Sotto’s retirement and the abolition of the MTRCB persist, there has been no official statement from her office regarding this matter. Chairperson Sotto mentioned that she is “unbothered” by the criticisms and is used to them but remains focused on fulfilling her duties.
Nevertheless, here is the official statement from ABS-CBN regarding the received decision.