Veteran showbiz columnist Cristy Fermin has publicly criticized filmmaker Darryl Yap over his upcoming film ‘The Rapists of Pepsi Paloma’, saying she does not support the director’s latest project.
In an episode of ‘Showbiz Now Na’ aired on January 5, Fermin expressed disappointment, despite admitting that she occasionally appreciates Yap’s bold storytelling.
“Natutuwa ako sa kaniyang mga atake paminsan-minsan. Pero this time, hindi mo ako kasama sa gusto mong palabasin. Ano ang gusto mo, Direk Darryl? Ang wasakin si Bossing Vic Sotto dahil sa tagumpay ng ‘The Kingdom?’” Fermin questioned.
The seasoned columnist further claimed that Yap lacked sufficient knowledge about the sensitive subject matter and urged the director to reflect on his motives.
“Kahit pa magkababayan kayo sa Olongapo, wala kang alam. Anong sabi ko sa ‘yo? Bakit kailangan mo pa itong gawin? Ano ang iyong layunin?” Fermin added.
She stressed the importance of respecting others, especially when revisiting controversial narratives involving real people and tragic events.
“Mayro’n tayong tinatawag na respeto sa ating kapuwa. Dapat nando’n pa rin ‘yon. Hindi nawawala,” she emphasized.
The film has been a hot topic since Yap announced in October 2024 that he would produce a movie centered on the alleged case involving ‘80s star Pepsi Paloma. The controversy reignited after Yap released a teaser that indirectly referenced ‘Eat Bulaga’ host Vic Sotto.
Pepsi Paloma’s tragic story remains a sensitive subject in Philippine entertainment history.
