Kapuso star and Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition Big Winner Mika Salamanca has reaffirmed her political beliefs after receiving criticism online.
On X, formerly Twitter, Mika acknowledged netizens’ frustration, assuring her fans that she has consistently stood by the Filipino people.
She admitted having “questionable friends” during difficult times but clarified she never compromised her principles or wavered in supporting public interest.
Her statement came after backlash linked her to Veronica “Kitty” Duterte, daughter of former president Rodrigo Duterte, sparking questions on consistency.
Mika responded by emphasizing her independence, explaining that despite past friendships, she always spoke openly about her beliefs, regardless of company.
Her sister, Samantha Salonga, defended her online, stressing Mika already ended friendships with Kitty and consistently voiced her political stance within family debates.
Samantha revealed Mika strategically followed certain personalities online, aiming to share her advocacies directly with them as part of her activism.
She also disclosed Mika influenced several relatives to shift political alignments, underscoring her firm conviction even when facing opposition within their household.
Fans expressed continued support on social media, praising Mika’s courage and consistency, highlighting her influence beyond entertainment as a public figure.
One supporter wrote that Mika’s authenticity inspired many, stressing she has proven her values not only in words but also actions.
Another fan noted Mika immediately joined a nationwide protest against corruption and flood control anomalies, strengthening perceptions of her sincerity.
Mika stated content creators must maximize platforms with purpose, insisting they should never fear speaking about important issues affecting Filipinos.
She added that her commitment to stand with the people remains unwavering, regardless of criticism or misunderstandings about her past associations.
