No more silence! Maja finally breaks her silence — and what she revealed about the viral incident left everyone stunned.

The drama surrounding the alleged incident involving Atasha Muhlach on Eat Bulaga has taken a wild new turn — and this time, Maja Salvador has entered the chat.

In a no-holds-barred revelation, the actress and former Eat Bulaga host has finally spoken out about the controversial moment that has gripped the nation: the viral clip where veteran host Joey de Leon was seen allegedly making uncomfortable contact with Atasha live on-air.

Now, Maja — once part of the show’s hosting family — is pulling back the curtain and sharing what she really knows about the environment behind the scenes… and her words are setting social media on fire.

“People need to understand — what you see on camera isn’t always what’s happening off it,” Maja said during a podcast appearance this week.
“And what happened to Atasha? Let’s just say, that wasn’t an isolated moment.”

“I’ve Seen It Happen” — Maja Speaks Her Truth

Without directly naming Joey de Leon, Maja dropped explosive hints that the alleged behavior seen in the clip may have happened before — and may have gone unchecked for years.

“There were moments, even during my time on the show, where I had to laugh off things I wasn’t comfortable with,” she said. “Because that’s how it worked — you smile, or you get pulled out.”

She didn’t give dates or names, but her statement was enough to ignite an online firestorm, especially among fans who have long called for stricter standards of professionalism and respect in local live television.

Support for Atasha — and a Subtle Warning to Others

Maja also sent a clear message of support to Atasha Muhlach, who has yet to release an official statement about the viral clip, but has received an overwhelming wave of online support.

“Atasha is young, talented, and just starting out. She didn’t deserve to be in that position,” Maja said.
“I hope she speaks up when she’s ready — and I hope she knows she’s not alone.”

Her words were met with applause from women’s groups, fans, and fellow celebrities — many of whom shared the clip of Maja’s statement with captions like:

“Finally, someone said it!”

“Respect on set should be basic — not optional.”

“Maja, thank you for standing up.”

Internet Reaction: “Is This the Start of a Bigger Movement?”

Within hours, the phrase “Maja Salvador” trended #1 on X (formerly Twitter), with thousands of tweets referencing her courage and calling for more current and former hosts to speak up.

Netizens also began digging up old clips from the show — with some pointing out similar uncomfortable moments involving female hosts or guests, questioning whether Eat Bulaga has a deeper issue beyond the recent controversy.

“How many more Atashas were told to ‘just smile’?” one tweet read.

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Eat Bulaga and Joey de Leon Still Silent

As of now, Joey de Leon has not responded to Maja’s remarks, and neither has Eat Bulaga or GMA Network.

Meanwhile, the public continues to demand accountability — with growing pressure for an internal investigation and clearer safeguards for female hosts, especially the younger generation entering the industry.

What Happens Next? Maja May Not Be the Last

Entertainment insiders say Maja’s revelation could open the floodgates for others to come forward. Already, anonymous stories are being shared on social media, hinting at a culture of forced laughter and tolerated “jokes” that cross the line.

And with Atasha still maintaining silence, the pressure builds — not just on her, but on the entire production team behind the nation’s most iconic noontime show.

“This isn’t about cancel culture,” one activist said. “This is about protecting women in the workplace — whether that workplace is an office or a stage.”

One clip. One brave voice. And now, one industry under the spotlight.

Maja Salvador’s revelation has done more than support Atasha — it’s raised questions the industry can no longer afford to ignore.