Karylle Tatlonghari has learned to protect her peace by refusing to engage with online bashers, but the singer-actress admits that the spread of fake news worries her far more than personal attacks.
Speaking ahead of the premiere of her new iWant reality series ‘Manila Matriarchs,’ Karylle opened up about dealing with online criticism and maintaining her emotional well-being.
“I would say na may mga days na mas vulnerable ka talaga, and on those days, I don’t check my phone. I close account on my phone. I cannot see it,” she shared.
On other occasions, she turns to trusted friends who help her examine why certain comments affect her.
“Tapos she’ll ask me questions like, ‘Why does that comment affect you?’ Na what is it about that statement that affects you? Ang galing-galing niya,” Karylle explained.
Regardless of how personal the criticism becomes, she maintains a firm rule against responding publicly.
“Pero hindi talaga ako pumapatol. Hindi talaga. It’s been a habit,” she emphasized.
However, Karylle expressed greater concern about misinformation and how social media engagement can amplify questionable content, particularly during election periods.
“Magre-respond? Hindi pa rin. Pero, doon lang ako nagwo-worry sa fake news. I always mention it, kasi I know for a fact that they will use our love for chismis in a political way. So, ingat-ingat lang tayo.”
She acknowledged that even clicking on gossip or spending time reading blind items can influence recommendation algorithms and potentially benefit pages spreading misleading information.
“More than the bashing, I’m afraid of the algorithm taking over our country,” she said.
Karylle also thanked supporters who defend her online but encouraged them not to become overwhelmed by negativity.
“You don’t have to stress out too much. Although I do appreciate it, pero ayoko rin naman na ma-stress sila. Pero, thank you so much for the love and support through the years.”
While Karylle prefers to keep her private life away from online controversies, she is preparing to share a more personal side of herself through ‘Manila Matriarchs,’ a new reality series that takes viewers beyond her public persona. The singer-actress admitted that participating in an unscripted show pushed her outside her comfort zone, particularly during the confessionals.
“We were just being ourselves in front of a camera. Mahirap din siya kasi may mga part na may confessionals,” she said. “I think I talked about some very personal stuff. Nagulat ako, I talked about it.”
The series also features Joanna Preysler-Francisco, Myrza Sison, and Trisha Bantigue-Tsao, exploring their careers, family relationships, friendships, and personal challenges.
Created by award-winning producer Cece Asuncion in collaboration with Girl Bye Productions Inc. and Lucca Creatives, ‘Manila Matriarchs’ offers a closer look at the lives of accomplished Filipinas beyond their professional success and glamorous lifestyles.
New episodes are scheduled to begin streaming on iWant on November 24.