BINI files criminal case over alleged ‘spliced video’ of Pinoy street food review

BINI has filed a criminal case over an alleged spliced video that fueled hate and bashing against them online.

In a statement posted on Instagram, Atty. Joji Alonso said the case is under Section 4B of the anti-cybercrime law in conjunction with unjust vexation.

“This emanated from the splicing of a 25-minute video of the BINI members, trying and rating Filipino street food. The uploaded spliced version was cut to 2-minutes and only showed only their negative reactions, completely changing the show’s narrative,” Alonso said.

“This fueled online hate and bashing against BINI. This even escalated to personal attacks, name-calling, and grave insults. The malicious splicing of the video unjustly threw them in a bad light, causing irreparable emotional and mental distress.”

All eight BINI members appeared in the video titled “BINI Tries & Rates Filipino Snacks!” uploaded on the YouTube channel People Vs Food last July 8. In the video, they tried several Filipino food like kwek-kwek, isaw, balut, betamax, and more.

Several short clips from the video spread on social media, focusing on specific reactions of the members. 

According to Alonso, BINI is taking a stand against this form of digital abuse.

"It must be remembered that freedom to post online is not an absolute right, and must be accompanied by truth, accountability and responsibility. Right to free speech ends when it starts to malign reputations or cause harm and damage upon others," she said.

Composed of Jhoanna, Stacey, Aiah, Mikha, Maloi, Sheena, Gwen, and Colet, BINI is known for their songs "Pantropiko" and "Salamin, Salamin."

 

 

 

 

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