Kapamilya actress Bela Padilla spoke out regarding her friend Kim Chiu’s ongoing conflict with her brother, Lakam Chiu, during a media conference for the 2025 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) entry Rekonek on Monday, December 8.
“I’ve known about it for quite some time. That’s why I flew to Cebu a few months ago and I texted her on the day that it came out on the news also,” Bela said, acknowledging that she was aware of Kim’s situation even before it became public.
She added, “I think it’s harder when people na know about it because everybody has something to say. That’s one of the cons of the internet.”
Bela emphasized that she does not want Kim to feel judged or attacked by the public, especially since the full story is not widely known.
“Ayokong ma-feel niya na the world has something to say about what she’s going because, obviously, we don’t know all the details. I’m sure Kim has a very big support system kasi napaka-generous ni Kim na tao so marami kaming nakaantabay,” she said.
She also noted that fellow actress Angelica Panganiban, as well as Kim’s siblings and Star Magic head Lauren Dyogi, have been supportive.
“Also Angelica is also there for her. Si Twinkle, you know, her sister, her brothers is here in town. So alam mo ‘yon, si Direk Lauren lumipad din sa Cebu noong lumipad ako,” Bela said.
Bela clarified, “Marami po kaming naghihintay na magsabi lang si Kim na kailangan ko ng tulong, ganiyan. We’re ready.”
She further shared that Kim is currently doing well and continues to receive strong support for her teleserye The Alibi, starring alongside on-screen partner Paulo Avelino.
“She’s okay. She’s working. Ang ganda ng Alibi, ang lakas ng suporta sa Alibi. Si Kim naman, I love her mindset na parang kung ito ‘yong problema ko, I have to focus on this right now…” Bela added.