As the drama unfolds in the much-talked-about conflict involving Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla, the roles of Ria Atayde and Zanjoe Marudo have come under scrutiny, leaving many curious about their stance in the ongoing saga of KathNiel.
With various names emerging in the controversy, particularly those of women seemingly content in their roles as significant others, Ria and Zanjoe seem to have distanced themselves from Kathryn’s circle of friends.
Notably absent from a recent event attended by Kathryn were the two actors, while other friends like Maja Salvador, Rambo Nuñez, Miles Ocampo, Alora Sasam, Loisa Andalio, and the couple Joshua Garcia and Emilienne Vigier were present.
i will bash anyone na friends ni daniel or makikita kong nakikipag hang out pa sa serial cheater na yan after this coz yall are disgusting enablers! and i will start with u Zanjoe Marudo and Ria Atayde!
— sancha (@villaindyanne) January 12, 2024
buti hindi nabilaukan si daniel during his dinner date with zanjoe and ria last night when someone broke the news to him that kathryn unfollowed him
— mayari (@BOXOFFICEQUEEN) January 11, 2024
zanjoe at ria PWE kay daniel na kayo babaho naman na ng mga career nyo wala na kayo ambag HAHAAHAHHAHA https://t.co/f7vu6pzovL
— selene (@shindiishendy) January 12, 2024
Zanjoe and Ria the best kunsintidor 😝🤮 https://t.co/jwnKXMwYXF
— Angelbhere (@akosiAngelbhere) January 11, 2024
sana lokohin din si ria ni zanjoe, karmahin sana
ria cheater enablers from juliaxgerald ngayon naman kay daniel enabled din nya, ayos din porket yung jowa mo bff ni daniel haha feel mo naman mapapasayo forever si zanjoe, enjoy while it last🤣 https://t.co/VdwzVdS6is— GOJO AKUTAMI (@anonemosonly) January 11, 2024
Panget ni Ria Atayde haha yuckk buti pinatulan to ni Zanjoe. Tindi ng downgrade from Bea Alonzo haha
— kath b (@kathchandriazx) January 14, 2024
Unlike their previous close association with KathNiel, it appears that Ria and Zanjoe are no longer part of the inner circle, raising questions about their connections to the ongoing drama.
Currently engrossed in their series ‘Nag-aapoy na Damdamin’ alongside Jane Oineza, Ria expressed her comfort in scenes involving conflict and confrontation, especially when acting with her close friend Jane. The two actresses shared insights into their strong bond, both on and off-camera, emphasizing the camaraderie they share.
While Ria acknowledged her need for alone time, dispelling misconceptions about her sociability, Jane praised the complementing differences in their personalities that contribute to their seamless collaboration as co-stars.
In light of the success of ‘Nag-aapoy na Damdamin,’ both Ria and Jane expressed gratitude for the support received from their co-stars and viewers.
As the KathNiel drama continues to unfold, the positions of those in their social orbit, including Ria Atayde and Zanjoe Marudo, remain subjects of intrigue and speculation.
