Diwata Has a New Venture
DIWATA – The social media personality and pares vendor has announced a new venture: becoming a recording artist.
On November 19, 2024, he shared a post on his Facebook page revealing that he is currently working on his first single album. The post featured behind-the-scenes footage from his recording sessions, highlighting his new role as an artist. Diwata expressed excitement for his fans to hear his upcoming music, although he did not reveal any details about the title or theme of the song.
His announcement received mixed reactions from netizens. Some praised his unique voice, calling it unlike any other, and expressed admiration for his journey. One user humorously referred to Diwata’s post as coming from a member of the Department of Mental Health, suggesting that his music was not well-received.
Another commenter warned him against continuing his music career, citing concerns about the potential negative impact on the country, linking it to the storms that had affected the nation. Despite the criticism, there were also heartfelt messages of support, with people acknowledging his hard work and success in building his reputation in the food business, particularly his paresan.
Diwata, whose real name is Deo Jarito Balbuena, is a well-known internet personality, food vlogger, and entrepreneur. Born in 1982 in Northern Samar, he moved to Metro Manila at the age of 17 to pursue better opportunities. Diwata is the founder and CEO of Diwata Pares Overload, a popular food business offering affordable Filipino pares meals.
He first gained attention in 2016 after a widely publicized incident at a police station, and his fame grew when he participated in the “Miss Q and A” segment on “It’s Showtime” in 2019. Despite facing legal challenges in 2024, he continued to rise in prominence, receiving awards such as ‘Most Sensational Media Personality of the Year’ and ‘Social Media Influencer of the Year.’