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
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
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
Previously, the MTRCB issued a directive to temporarily halt the airing of the show for twelve days due to complaints that its hosts allegedly displayed unequal behavior in a segment called “Isip Bata.” The MTRCB imposed this penalty in response to complaints from some viewers who were concerned about what they perceived as inappropriate actions … Read more
It can be recalled that EAT became controversial last Saturday following Joey De Leon’s “Lubid Joke” in a segment called “Gimme 5.” The said joke became controversial as it was connected to suicide since it used a rope as something to hang around the neck, which led to it trending and calls for action from … Read more
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
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
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
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