In a surprising twist that gripped both fans and critics alike, veteran showbiz columnist Cristy Fermin expressed her genuine shock over the unexpected reaction of online personality Diwata following his defeat in the 2025 elections.

Cristy, known for her unfiltered commentary and years of experience in the entertainment and political scene, revealed during her show that she had anticipated a dramatic outburst from Diwata, who had launched a passionate and high-energy campaign for a local government seat earlier this year.

“Honestly, I thought he would go live immediately, crying, shouting, and pointing fingers. But what we saw instead was a calm and humble response,” Cristy said in disbelief.

A Campaign Fueled by Passion

Diwata, who rose to fame through social media with his relatable content and charitable acts, was one of the most followed celebrity candidates in this year’s election cycle. Running for a councilor position in his hometown, he pledged to bring the voice of ordinary people into local governance.

His campaign was widely shared online, fueled by his “Tunay na malasakit” slogan and grassroots outreach. Supporters believed his popularity would be enough to earn him a seat—but the election results said otherwise.

A Different Kind of Defeat

Instead of reacting with anger or frustration, Diwata posted a short video thanking his supporters and acknowledging the results with grace.

“Hindi po ako nagwagi ngayon, pero hindi ibig sabihin nun ay titigil na ako sa pagtulong,” Diwata said. “Ang serbisyo ay hindi lamang sa pamamagitan ng posisyon.”

This statement deeply moved many netizens and earned him praise for his humility and maturity in the face of defeat.

Cristy’s Honest Take

Cristy Fermin, who has often been critical of public figures who enter politics with no experience, admitted that Diwata gained her respect.

“May mga artista na kapag natalo, nagde-delete ng account, nagmumura sa publiko. Pero itong si Diwata—hindi ko inaasahan na ganyan siya ka composed. Napahanga ako,” she said.

What’s Next for Diwata?

While his political ambitions may be on pause, many believe this is only the beginning for Diwata. Sources close to him say he plans to continue his charity work and possibly mentor younger influencers about responsible content creation.

With this new chapter, Diwata seems to be proving that true public service doesn’t need a title—it just needs heart.

Public Reaction:

Comments flooded social media praising Diwata’s response:

“He may have lost the election, but he won the people’s hearts.”

“Cristy was right to be shocked—this is the kind of behavior we need from our candidates.”

As the dust settles from the election, one thing is clear: Diwata’s influence and integrity remain stronger than ever.