Julia Barretto ipinasara raw ang Camiguin, umalma: ‘Seeking legal advice’

Julia Barretto

HINDI pinalampas ni Julia Barretto ang umano’y mapanirang-puring akusasyon laban sa kanya ng isang netizen na may kaugnayan sa pagbisita niya sa Camiguin.

Nag-shoot ang aktres sa isang bahagi ng Mantigue, Camiguin kasama ang kanyang team para sa online travel series niyang “Juju on the Go.”

Ito ang ugat ng pagka-bad trip ng isang grupo na nagtungo rin sa nasabing probinsya para magbakasyon at mag-enjoy.

Isang Nikka Kho ang nag-post sa Facebook ng kanilang reklamo laban kay Julia. Narito ang bahagi ng kanyang post na naka-address sa “Local Government of Camiguin, LGU Catarman, Camiguin, CAMIGUIN TOURISM OFFICE and the Production Team of Julia Barretto’s Shoot.”

“Last weekend, we traveled to Camiguin for a short but well-planned trip, excited to explore its beautiful tourist spots. Our itinerary included White Island, Mantigue Island, and Katibawasan Falls. However, we were caught off guard when we arrived and were informed—without prior public notice—that Mantigue Island was closed for a private shoot.

“We were told the island would reopen at 12 PM, so we adjusted our schedule accordingly. Upon arrival, however, we found many frustrated tourists still waiting, including those with flights to catch. The closure unexpectedly extended past 1 PM, forcing many to cancel or reschedule their plans.

“To the LGU of Camiguin, it’s disappointing that priority was given to a private production over tourists who planned their trips in good faith. While we understand the value of featuring the island in media, proper advance notice (at least a week prior) should have been given to prevent unnecessary inconvenience.

“To Julia Barretto’s team, we respect the work that goes into production, but we hope that better coordination and time management can be considered in future shoots.

“A more efficient schedule—perhaps starting earlier or ensuring commitments to reopening times—could have minimized disruption for both tourists and the crew.

“Tourists visit Camiguin to appreciate its beauty, and it would be great if policies were in place to ensure a fair balance between media projects and public accessibility. We hope this serves as a learning experience for all involved.”

Sinagot ito ni Julia sa pamamagitan din ng Facebook kahapon, March 12. Narito ang buong open letter ng girlfriend ni Gerald Anderson.

“Hi All,

“Last weekend, I had the incredible opportunity to visit Camiguin upon the invitation of its local leaders. From March 1-3, we partnered with them on a tourism project aimed at showcasing the island’s rich history, culture, and natural beauty. It was an honor to contribute to their vision and support the local community.

“However, I have recently been made aware of false accusations regarding my involvement in temporary area closures during our shoot. A particular NIKKA KHO has publicly claimed that I ordered these closures, labeling me as entitled and selfish.

“To clarify: I was not involved in any decisions regarding closures. The coordination and management of the locations were entirely under the jurisdiction of the local government.

“I was only informed that certain areas would be momentarily closed during the shoot, which I understood as part of their commitment to ensuring the success of their tourism initiatives. To assume that I had the authority to dictate such decisions is both unfair and misleading.

“While I usually do not engage with baseless accusations, I will not tolerate misinformation that misrepresents my character, my work, or the purpose of Juju On The Go. This project has always been about celebrating destinations, supporting communities, and sharing meaningful experiences.

“Furthermore, I take this matter seriously and am currently seeking legal advice regarding the spread of false and misleading information, including a manipulated TikTok video with fake audio that aims to misrepresent me.

“To Nikka Kho: I hope neither you nor anyone in your life would have to experience the kind of unfounded attack and cruel words you have directed at me without having knowledge of what has transpired. Words have weight, and spreading misinformation can cause real harm.”

Wala pang sagot si Nikka Kho sa naging opisyal na pahayag ni Julia hinggil sa kanilang isyu. Bukas ang BANDERA sa magiging paliwanag pa ng magkabilang panig.