GMA's 'Pepito Manaloto' warns against fake promos, FB pages using show's name

GMA Network's family sitcom "Pepito Manaloto" has issued a warning against fake promos and fake Facebook pages using the show's name. 

On Friday, the official and verified Facebook page of "Pepito Manaloto" advised the public to be wary of messages and texts containing links, as well as messages asking for personal information, such as one's name, address, and bank details in relation to a supposed promo by the show. 

"Huwag itong pansinin at huwag magbigay ng anumang detalye. Ang GMA Network at ang Pepito Manaloto production team ay hindi kailanman hihingi ng personal na impormasyon sa pamamagitan ng ganitong uri ng mensahe," the warning read.

The official "Pepito Manaloto" page also shared screenshots of a fake Facebook page, named "Pepito Manaloto Surprises." 

"Huwag mag-like o mag-comment sa mga post na namimigay ng premyo," it warned. "Manatiling ligtas at mapanuri tayo sa mga natatanggap na mensahe." 

The official "Pepito Manaloto" page has asked the public to report such fake pages and stay vigilant. 

Also on Friday, "Pepito Manaloto" and "Bubble Gang" star Michael V. issued a warning against a fake account impersonating him. 

"Eto na naman tayo. Hindi ko po account or profile ‘to. Scammer ‘to. Baka hingan kayo ng information pati sa mga kakilala n’yo. I-block and report n’yo agad,” Bitoy said. 

Back in May, the Kapuso Comedy Genius also alerted the public about a deepfake video using his image and voice to mislead people into buying a product. 

He advised, "Maging alisto. Huwag magpa-loko." 

—CDC, GMA Integrated News