Kapamilya rising star Fyang Smith has finally spoken up against persistent rumors labeling her as “lalakero” and “malandi.”
In an interview with vlogger Ogie Diaz, Fyang clarified that these accusations have followed her even before she entered showbiz, back when she was still a social media influencer.
“’Yung sinasabi nila na lalakero ako, hindi ako lalakero. Hindi rin ako malandi,” she firmly stated.
According to Fyang, her bashers often misinterpret her collaborations with male influencers, assuming she’s romantically involved with them.
“’Pag may ka-collab akong lalaki, sinasabi na ng bashers ko na siguro boyfriend ko ‘yon. ’Pag may nakita na naman silang ibang lalaki na ka-collab ko, iisipin uli nila na may bagong boyfriend ako,” she explained.
The Pinoy Big Brother alum shared that since joining showbiz, the criticisms have only intensified. Still, she said she has learned to handle them maturely.
“Okay lang naman sa akin [ang bashers]. Basta huwag lang ang pamilya ko ang iba-bash, doon ako masasaktan,” she added.
Fyang also admitted that Star Magic head Lauren Dyogi has often reminded her to be mindful of her behavior amid controversies.
“Hindi naman sila galit, pero pinagsasabihan ako para i-correct ang wrongdoings ko,” she said. “Every time kapag pinapatawag ako, na-adapt ko po ‘yung mga sinasabi niya [at] pumapasok naman po sa utak ko.”
She acknowledged her past mistakes but emphasized that she has learned from them.
“Past ko na ‘yun eh, tapos binabalik ng mga tao. Mali ko talaga ang mga nangyari sakin before and inaamin ko naman ‘yun kay Direk Lauren. Hindi ako anghel at hindi rin naman ako demonyo. Hindi ako perfect,” the actress admitted.
Despite the online negativity, Fyang chooses to focus on growth.
“Merong criticism in a nice way so I take them as constructive. Every time na nakakabasa ako n’un, tinutuldukan ko talaga… tine-take ko na lang siya as constructive and para sa ikabubuti ko naman ‘yun,” she said.
