Herlene Budol Turns Pain Into Power: How Being Called ‘Hipon’ Fuels Her Motivation
HERLENE BUDOL – Kapuso actress Herlene Budol admits that being called “Hipon” by bashers hurts her, but she chooses to turn the negativity into motivation to push herself even harder.
Herlene Budol recently opened up about the criticisms she faces during her guest appearance on Fast Talk With Boy Abunda. The actress and beauty queen addressed the issue of bashing and admitted that negative comments about her appearance still affect her.
Budol, who gained fame for her comedic personality and inspiring journey in the pageant world, confessed that she feels hurt whenever people call her hipon—a term used to describe someone with an attractive body but an unattractive face. The label, which started as a joke early in her career, has persisted despite her many achievements.
In a heartfelt moment, she questioned why she has to endure constant berating before people truly appreciate her. “Buong buhay ko ba kailangan ko bang malait muna bago ako ma-appreciate ng mga taong nakapaligid sa akin?” she asked, expressing the emotional toll of online criticism.
However, Budol shared that she has since shifted her mindset when it comes to dealing with bashers. Instead of letting negativity bring her down, she now sees it as motivation.
“Doon ko na-realize na te more inaasar ka, the more mo i-motivate ‘yong sarili mo na mali sila,” she said. Her statement resonated with many fans who admire her resilience. Despite the criticism, Budol remains determined to show her true value—not just as a beauty queen, but as a person who continues to rise above hate and inspire others.
“Gamitin mo ‘yong pagkakataon na pang-aasar nila sa’yo, ‘yong imperfection mo, mahalin mo ‘yon. Tapos magiging perfect ka sa paningin mo,” she said.
Herlene Budol, also known as ‘Hipon Girl,’ is an actress, comedian, and social media star who broke through in showbiz as a contestant on Wowowin and later became a host. Her journey from a simple TV contestant to a respected actress and beauty queen has been nothing short of inspiring. She was the first runner-up and won several minor awards at the 2022 Binibining Pilipinas pageant. Additionally, she was crowned as Miss Philippines Tourism 2023 in the recent Miss Grand Philippines pageant. Herlene also showcased her acting skills as the lead star in the Kapuso afternoon series Magandang Dilag.
Through her story, Budol proves that she is more than just a label. She continues to turn negativity into strength, inspiring many to persevere despite challenges and criticisms.
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