The heated and highly publicized rift among the former hosts of Eat Bulaga—the country’s longest-running noontime show—has reached an explosive turning point. For weeks, the spotlight has focused on Anjo Yllana’s sensational accusations against former Senate President Vicente “Tito Sen” Sotto III. But now, veteran comedian and co-host Allan K has broken his silence—unleashing a fierce rebuttal that not only defends the Sottos but also exposes what he claims to be the real story behind Yllana’s crusade: political ambition born out of financial desperation.
Allan K’s revelation is both personal and pointed. He dismissed Yllana’s allegations as “pawang kasinungalingan at walang katotohanan” (pure lies and without truth), framing the former co-host’s actions as an orchestrated attempt to smear Tito Sotto’s name for personal and political gain. What was once perceived as a moral crusade now appears, according to Allan K, as a calculated campaign to resurrect Yllana’s image in preparation for a Senate run.
The Hidden Agenda: A 2028 Senatorial Dream
One of Allan K’s most shocking claims is that Anjo Yllana’s newfound “anti-corruption” stance is actually a prelude to his planned 2028 senatorial bid. According to him, Yllana once openly spoke about wanting to enter politics, boasting that if he won, “isang magnanakaw ang mababawas, at isang matapat na senador ang madadagdag” (one thief will be reduced, and one honest senator will be added).
Initially, Allan K said the group treated Yllana’s ambition as harmless talk—until he noticed a disturbing shift. Yllana began publicly attacking Tito Sotto, the very man who once helped him. That, Allan K said, confirmed his suspicion that Yllana’s “heroic” act was merely political theater. “Huwag ka nang dumagdag sa sakit ng ulo ng mga Pilipino,” he implored, urging the public not to fall for Yllana’s supposed political ploy.
Through this lens, Yllana’s accusations of corruption and wrongdoing within Eat Bulaga appear less like whistleblowing and more like calculated branding—an attempt to cast himself as a bold truth-teller ready for higher office.
The Debt Behind the Drama: The ₱2 Million Loan
To further challenge Yllana’s credibility, Allan K disclosed a striking financial detail: while they were still working together on Eat Bulaga, Yllana allegedly asked him for a personal loan of nearly ₱2 million.
Allan K said he was taken aback, given that all hosts were paid “sobra at sapat” (more than enough) and regularly received bonuses from Bossing Vic Sotto. The show, he insisted, provided financial stability and generosity to its talents. For Yllana to be in such dire need of cash, Allan K suggested, pointed not to unfair treatment by management—but to Yllana’s own poor financial decisions.
According to Allan K, the supposed crusader against corruption was actually struggling with personal debts—a reality that contradicted his public image of moral and financial integrity.
Fallout and Threats: When Friendship Turned Sour
Allan K claimed that after refusing to lend the ₱2 million, Yllana’s attitude changed dramatically. He stopped greeting him on set, avoided eye contact, and later issued a disturbing warning: that he would destroy Allan K’s reputation among fans for “humiliating” him by denying the loan.
Other hosts, including Paolo Ballesteros and Ruby Rodriguez, allegedly witnessed Yllana’s shift in behavior. They reportedly advised Allan K to ignore the hostility, saying that Yllana was still being paid and had no reason to lash out. Behind the scenes, however, Allan K described Yllana as “petty, vengeful, and obsessed with image”—traits that made his later public tirades all the more believable as acts of revenge rather than conscience.
The Battle for Credibility
Allan K’s detailed account has dramatically reframed the Eat Bulaga controversy. His testimony dismantles Yllana’s portrayal as a righteous whistleblower, instead painting him as a financially burdened former host leveraging controversy for political gain.
By confirming the show’s fair compensation and revealing the alleged ₱2 million loan request, Allan K not only defends Tito Sotto and the production but also challenges the core of Yllana’s narrative. What was once framed as a fight for truth now appears as a desperate struggle for relevance—and perhaps, for a Senate seat.
As the feud continues to unfold, one question lingers:
Who will the public believe—the embattled ex-host seeking political redemption, or the loyal veteran defending his mentor and the legacy of a beloved show?
One thing is certain: this isn’t just a battle over reputations—it’s a fight for moral credibility, political future, and the enduring soul of Eat Bulaga.