Darryl Yap with the Mother and Brother of Pepsi Paloma
DARRYL YAP – The controversial director, took to Facebook to post a photo of himself alongside the supposed mother and sibling of the late actress Pepsi Paloma. In the caption of his post, Yap shared a heartfelt message, challenging the long-standing silence surrounding the mysterious death of the actress in 1985.
In his post, Yap highlighted how Paloma’s family had remained quiet for over four decades while influential figures shaped the narrative of her death. He urged, “Ngayon, bigyan natin ng pagkakataon ang inang nanahimik nang napakatagal na panahon.”
He continued, “Mananahimik ang kasinungalingan dahil walang kamatayan ang katotohanan. Sila naman ang magsasalita, sila naman ang magkukwento. PAMILYA. HIGIT SA LAHAT.” Yap ended his statement with a provocative question in the comments: “Palag?” (or “Challenge?”), seemingly daring those who have different versions of the story to respond.
The post is part of the promotion for Yap’s upcoming film, set to premiere in February 2025. The movie aims to shed light on the Paloma family’s perspective and reveal what Yap believes to be the real story behind the actress’s untimely death. This announcement has sparked mixed reactions. Some people appreciate Yap’s efforts to give the family a platform to tell their side, while others question his intentions and the film’s handling of such a sensitive topic.
Meanwhile, Pepsi Paloma’s death remains a controversial issue in the Philippines, and many are curious—and cautious—about how this film might affect public perception of the events and the people involved. As the film’s release date nears, the conversation around it continues to grow, reflecting the ongoing tension between truth, memory, and storytelling in the country’s showbiz history.
To recall, a certain Alexis John Romero, a man claiming to be the son of the late comedian Richie D’Horsie, expressed his dismay with Yap.