Vic Sotto testifies in cyber libel case vs. Darryl Yap
Atty. Enrique Dela Cruz, the actor's legal counsel, told GMA News Online that Sotto testified on the alleged malice on the part of Yap for making him appear that he raped Pepsi Paloma.
The case stemmed from the teaser of the Yap's upcoming film, "The Rapists of Pepsi Paloma," released last January 1, where the character of Gina Alajar (who is portraying Charito Solis) asked the lead actress portraying Paloma if she was raped by actor-host Vic Sotto.
The lead character replied, "yes."
However, in his sworn judicial affidavit, Sotto said that a draft copy of the film showed that the scene shown in the teaser was cut short.
Sotto also said that in a previous hearing, Yap testified that the full movie will not name him as one of the rapists.
"The script of the movie stated that it was just a 'publicity stunt' but that was not mentioned in the teaser video," Dela Cruz said.
Yap's camp declined to comment.
Yap was charged for libel under Article 353 and 355 of the Revised Penal Code, as amended in relation to violation of the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.
He pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Meanwhile, Dela Cruz said the next hearing will be on September 9. —MGP, GMA Integrated News
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
GMA Network
an hour ago
- GMA Network
SC affirms acquittal of Datu Akmad Ampatuan in Maguindanao massacre case
The Supreme Court has affirmed the acquittal of Datu Akmad "Tato" Ampatuan Sr. in the Maguindanao massacre case. Although Ampatuan, son-in-law of the late Ampatuan patriarch Andal Sr., attended the meetings where the murder was plotted and even pledged his support, the SC First Division decided that he did not carry out any actions that advanced the plot. 'For purposes of conspiracy, an act is considered overt if it is done in furtherance thereof, i.e., if it promotes, advances, or facilitates the progress of the conspiratorial plan,' the SC said. 'Statements made in agreement with the plot should be distinguished from those made in furtherance thereof. Mere approval or acquiescence is not tantamount to furtherance and is not sufficient to convict,' it added. The SC said that evidence of the actual commission of an unlawful act is required. 'Datu Akmad's approval could hardly be said to be indispensable. Even without it, the plan would still have been carried out,' it said. The SC said that the prosecution failed to prove that Ampatuan exerted moral ascendancy over the conspirators so as to move them to execute the conspiracy. As the son-in-law of Andal Sr., one of the principal accused, Ampatuan is exempt from liability even if he could be deemed an accessory to the crime, it added, citing Article 20 of the Revised Penal Code. 'This by no means signifies his innocence. Rather, the law acknowledges that blood ties and the preservation of one's family name compel one to conceal crimes committed by relatives so near as those mentioned in the article,' it said. The decision, penned by Associate Justice Ricardo Rosario, was promulgated in January and made public in August. –VBL, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
2 hours ago
- GMA Network
Vic Sotto testifies in cyber libel case vs. Darryl Yap
Actor-host Vic Sotto on Tuesday testified before a Muntinlupa court for his cyber libel case against director Darryl Yap, his lawyer said. Atty. Enrique Dela Cruz, the actor's legal counsel, told GMA News Online that Sotto testified on the alleged malice on the part of Yap for making him appear that he raped Pepsi Paloma. The case stemmed from the teaser of the Yap's upcoming film, "The Rapists of Pepsi Paloma," released last January 1, where the character of Gina Alajar (who is portraying Charito Solis) asked the lead actress portraying Paloma if she was raped by actor-host Vic Sotto. The lead character replied, "yes." However, in his sworn judicial affidavit, Sotto said that a draft copy of the film showed that the scene shown in the teaser was cut short. Sotto also said that in a previous hearing, Yap testified that the full movie will not name him as one of the rapists. "The script of the movie stated that it was just a 'publicity stunt' but that was not mentioned in the teaser video," Dela Cruz said. Yap's camp declined to comment. Yap was charged for libel under Article 353 and 355 of the Revised Penal Code, as amended in relation to violation of the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012. He pleaded not guilty to the charges. Meanwhile, Dela Cruz said the next hearing will be on September 9. —MGP, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
4 hours ago
- GMA Network
Shuvee Etrata on starring with Dingdong Dantes in 'Master Cutter': 'Hindi ko po sukat akalain'
Shuvee Etrata is set to appear in the upcoming Kapuso series "Master Cutter" alongside Dingdong Dantes. In an interview with GMA News Online during the show's story conference on Tuesday, the Sparkle star shared that she is still over the moon about landing a role alongside the Kapuso Primetime King. "Hindi ko po sukat na akalain kasi nga po sabi ko, of course I wanna hone my skills into acting. I know there's like busy schedules now with brands, endorsements," Shuvee said. "Pero with acting kasi it's part of me na gusto ko patunayan na lang 'yung sarili ko na kaya ko. So sabi ko sa management, I'm willing to do anything kahit na anong ibigay nila sa akin. Kasi alam ko hindi nila ako bibigyan ng something na hindi ko kaya," she added. Shuvee shared that when she first learned she would be part of "Master Cutter," she expected only a minor role. To her surprise, she was cast as one of the lead characters, which she considers a "privilege" and an "honor." "As long as I'm with Kuya Dong, it's already a privilege, it's already an honor. Rest assured, of course, now that they've given me this chance, I'm gonna do my best to help and improve and actually make the most out of it," she said. In "Master Cutter," Shuvee will play the role of Tonet Mendoza, who applies as a shoe keeper for Anthony (Dingdong). She harbors a secret crush on Anthony, who will soon grow fond of her. Directed by Dominic Zapata, "Master Cutter" is an action series that follows the story of Anthony, a former scout ranger turned lowkey-tailor who secretly lives a double life as an elite hunter or man tracker. Other cast include Max Collins as Anthony's love interest, Sienna Stevens, Charlie Fleming, Jo Berry and Paolo Contis, among others. Shuvee was among the 20 housemates of "Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition." She and her fellow housemates recently reunited for "The Big ColLove" concert at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. She currently appears in "Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre" as Veshdita, a Mine-a-ve warrior. —MGP, GMA Integrated News
