Netizens Speak Out Against Cristy Fermin’s Derogatory Remarks on Vice Ganda, Addressing Lala Sotto and KSMP

Vice Ganda Cristy Fermin Issue

In the ongoing clash between Vice Ganda and Cristy Fermin, some netizens have observed potential violations in Cristy Fermin’s statements against Vice Ganda. This has prompted the attention of MTRCB Chair Lala Sotto and the KAPISANAN NG SOCIAL MEDIA SA PILIPINAS (KSMP). One netizen even labeled it as cyberbullying and discrimination towards the LGBTQ+ community. … Read more

‘It’s Showtime’ Suspension Sheds Light to Industry’s Contractualization Issues, MTRCB Says

mtrcb it's showtime suspension

Manila, Philippines – In a recent announcement, the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) shed light on the suspension of the popular television show ‘It’s Showtime’ and how it underscores the prevailing issue of contractualization within the entertainment industry. The decision has sparked discussions not only about the fate of the show but … Read more

ABS-CBN Official Statement Regarding MTRCB Decision on “It’s Showtime”

ABS-CBN

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 … Read more

MTRCB Chairperson Lala Sotto Denies Influence in Filing Criminal Case Against Vice Ganda and Ion Perez by Social Media Broadcasters

Social Media Broadcaster vs Vice Ganda Ion Perez

In the wake of speculations that MTRCB Chair Lala Sotto had allegedly influenced the actions of the group’s so-called social media broadcasters (KSMBPI), the organization filed a case against Vice Ganda and Ion Perez. Chair Sotto has since clarified that the said meeting was intended to foster cooperation and express support for the MTRCB’s efforts … Read more

Christian Coalition Movement Supports MTRCB’s Decision to Suspend It’s Showtime for 12 Days

CCM Supports MTRCB

The Christian Coalition Movement sent an official letter through their Chief Executive Officer, Bishop Vincent Vicencio, expressing their support for the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) in imposing a 12-day suspension on the program “It’s Showtime.” It can be recalled that the issue with the said noontime show stemmed from a controversial … Read more

MTRCB Post a Video About “Responsabling Panonood Campaign” While Facing The Controversies

MTRCB Responsabling Panonood Campaign

After the 12-day suspension of “It’s Showtime,” criticism of the MTRCB, especially MTRCB Chair Lala Sotto, continues unabated, stemming from the incident involving popular hosts Vice Ganda and Ion Perez. Yesterday, the Department of Broadcast and Communication at U.P. Diliman called for MTRCB Chair Lala Sotto’s resignation. Although the MTRCB has released a statement regarding … Read more

UP Diliman Department of Broadcast Communication “Calls for MTRCB Chair Lala Sotto’s Resignation”

Lala Sotto vs UP

The University of the Philippines Diliman Department of Broadcast Communication has issued a statement calling for the resignation of Lala Sotto, the Chairperson of the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB). The call for her resignation is based on allegations that she compromised her position and objectivity as a public official in the … Read more