Sexy, fierce, and full of mystery. Ivana Alawi once again set social media ablaze after posting her sultry take on the viral Cleopatra Challenge — complete with golden accessories, a bold stare, and cryptic captions. But what really shook the internet wasn’t just her look… it was who netizens think she was referring to: Mayor Albee Benitez.

Is Ivana simply joining a trend — or is this her way of sending a not-so-subtle message to someone from her past?

🐍 what is the cleopatra challenge — and why did ivana join?

The Cleopatra Challenge is the latest TikTok trend where creators embody the ancient Egyptian queen — oozing power, seduction, and control. It’s a statement: “I know my worth, and I know the power I hold.”
Ivana’s version? Jaw-dropping. Intense. And undeniably queen-like.

But fans couldn’t help but notice that the timing felt suspicious. The caption included a snake emoji 🐍, a wink 😉, and the line:

“Don’t play with someone who learned how to rise from the dead.”

😳 netizens ask: “is this about albee?”

It wasn’t long before commenters began connecting dots — many recalled the rumored link between Ivana and politician-businessman Albee Benitez, which had sparked gossip months ago. Although neither confirmed any romantic involvement, whispers of a secret affair and private tensions never truly disappeared.

“Cleopatra… powerful woman, seductress… parang may tinatamaan si Ivana ah.”
“Snake emoji? Wink? Is she throwing shade at someone? 👀”
“Lakas maka-subtle flex. May pinapatamaan for sure.”

The online world is now divided: is Ivana taking a jab at someone who wronged her — or simply riding the Cleopatra wave with style?

🧠 decoded: what cleopatra symbolizes — and how ivana fits the mold

Cleopatra was more than just a beauty. She was strategic, intelligent, powerful, and in full control of her image. For Ivana to embody her, netizens believe she’s reclaiming her narrative — especially if she’s been silently judged or underestimated because of past rumors.

If this challenge has deeper meaning, it could be Ivana’s way of saying: “Don’t mess with me. I’ve evolved.”

🧨 a trend, a message… or both?

Let’s be real — Ivana is a master of subtle messaging. Whether through her vlogs, posts, or even silence, she knows exactly how to keep people guessing. And this Cleopatra post?

It’s timely.

It’s bold.

And it leaves the public asking: Who hurt her?

No names were dropped, but the clues were loud enough to stir online sleuths into a frenzy.

👑 final word: ivana’s cleopatra isn’t just a look — it’s a warning

Whether or not Mayor Albee Benitez is involved, one thing is clear:
Ivana Alawi’s Cleopatra is not someone to be played with. She’s a woman in control, possibly wounded, but absolutely unbothered.

Powerful. Dangerous. Beautiful.

And just like Cleopatra, she knows how to make the whole world talk — without saying a single name.

Ivana ‘unbothered queen’ on issue, feels like Cleopatra
Controversial Kapamilya star and vlogger Ivana Alawi is getting into the “Cleopatra” make-up transformation trend, which she uploaded on her social media platforms this Tuesday, June 3.

This is despite the issue she is involved in after her name was mentioned in the sworn complaint-affidavit filed by Dominique “Nikki” Benitez against her estranged husband, incumbent Bacolod City Mayor Albee Benitez.

Nikki is claiming that her estranged husband is allegedly having an affair with the aforementioned actress.

Mayor Albee has long denied the rumors that they were spotted in Japan and that they are in a relationship with Ivana. Meanwhile, netizens said that Ivana is the “Unbothered Queen”.

this is what you called ‘The Unbothered QUEEN Cleopatra’”

“the unbothered Cleopatra, so beautiful”

“Very unbothered hahaha.”

“Managed to keep up with the trend haha.”

Meanwhile, she still has no answer to the accusations being thrown against her.