Mc Richard Paglicawan
A recent video circulating on social media depicting legendary tattoo artist Apo Whang Od playfully touching actor Piolo Pascual has ignited a heated debate among netizens, with opinions sharply divided on the nature of the interaction.
In the viral video footage, Piolo Pascual and his brother Pochie are seen visiting Apo Whang Od in Buscalan, Kalinga Province, to receive traditional tattoos.
During the tattooing session, Apo Whang Od humorously touches Piolo’s private area, eliciting laughter from both Piolo and the gathered spectators.
While some viewers found amusement and admiration in Apo Whang Od’s spirited demeanor, others quickly labeled the gesture as inappropriate and akin to harassment.
The incident has prompted discussions about cultural norms, boundaries, and consent, particularly in the context of playful interactions between individuals of different ages and social statuses.
My opinion on the Apo Whang Od dakma issue:
It becomes offensive when one party did not give permission, or was offended, or was uncomfy.
Piolo did not say No, did not move away, and was laughing in good fun.
Anong next na icacancel nyo, yung mga tribe women na walang bra?
— bengbengbengbengbengbengbengbeng (@beng_beng_beng) March 11, 2024
shoutout sa mga woke na kina-cancel si Apo Whang Od dahil lang sa pag-dakma n’ya kay Piolo Pascual pero dedma lang sa mga issues ni Quiboloy!!!
— Jab Verdida Mendiola (@jabxverdida) March 12, 2024
Yow, it’s 2024 already! I’ve been reading some post and tweets about canceling Apo Whang Od just because of her Dakma trademark for anyone who’ll have a tattoo from her. Hindi naman na to bago, she’s been doing this for a long time already + on the video Piolo didn’t even say– https://t.co/Kp4KAcm4Gq
— ☁️✨ (@SkypascualCutee) March 11, 2024
I dont think papayag si Piolo i-upload vid w/o his consent. Tsaka alam naman ni Piolo yung pupuntahan nya sa Buscalan. Tsaka based sa rts di naman basta basta nandadakma si Apo Whang Od unless gusto nung bisita. So delete mo na ito teh. https://t.co/bZ0YATuoOX
— cece_SEHUN ENLISTMENT ERA❤️ (@Cece__90) March 12, 2024
Si apo whang od kailangan ng pampadaloy ng dugo. Humaba buhay niya dahil kay piolo. Give mo na bie? Di naman siya tutularan ng ibang babae, di naman kami mahilig mandakot.
— Ugh (@ughwoes) March 12, 2024
While Piolo Pascual is not the first male celebrity to experience such playful gestures from Apo Whang Od, the incident has sparked broader conversations about respect, consent, and the significance of personal boundaries, especially in the digital age where videos can quickly go viral and evoke varied reactions from audiences.
As the debate rages on social media platforms, with netizens expressing differing viewpoints on the matter, the incident serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities surrounding cultural practices and social interactions in contemporary society.
