Celebrities react to Jennylyn Mercado's "jail time" video about having a husband

• Jennylyn Mercado recently gave her fans and followers a good laugh on social media
• Earlier, on Instagram, Jennylyn posted a video of herself doing the 'jail time' trend
• It features a hilarious voice-over about a fictional recipe for wives to use on their husbands
• Needless to say, many were amused by Jennylyn's comedic flair in the now-viral video

Jennylyn Mercado, one of GMA Network's top actresses, gave her fans and followers a good laugh after jumping on the viral "jail time" trend on social media. On Thursday, July 10, the Kapuso star posted a hilarious video on Instagram that quickly made the rounds online — and for good reason.

In the video, Jennylyn is seen wearing a bathrobe with a towel wrapped around her head, as she acts out a voiceover talking about a fictional "recipe" that wives supposedly use for their partners.

Her expressions, gestures, and comedic timing had netizens cracking up, with many praising her natural flair for humor. The video was tied together with a witty caption from the famous actress: "When it’s that time of the month and everything your husband does suddenly deserves jail time."

Despite the comedic nature of the clip, Jennylyn made sure to add a playful disclaimer midway through her caption: "Disclaimer: No husband was harmed while doing this video, mga bessie! Ito ay katuwaan lamang!" Her fans, and even fellow celebrities, took the joke in stride and flooded the comments section with laughter and praise who were amused by Jennylyn's humorous flair.

Celebrities such as Kris Bernal, Sanya Lopez, Kakai Bautista left funny and supportive notes. Kris, in particular, couldn't help but admire Jennylyn’s beauty: "Ang ganda mo kahit anong emosyon."

Jennylyn's lighthearted take on the trending internet humor shows not only her comedic chops but also her ability to connect with her several fans through relatable, everyday scenarios.

Watch the video below:

Jennylyn Mercado is a Filipino actress, singer, and TV host who first rose to fame after winning in the reality talent competition StarStruck. She embarked on an entertainment career that began with singing before transitioning to acting. Since then, she has starred in popular television dramas and films, and has achieved considerable success in both mediums. On television, she remains a prominent talent at GMA Network and headlined notable series including the 2024 romantic fantasy Love. Die. Repeat. and the 2025 action drama Sanggang Dikit FR. Her versatility and longevity in the industry have solidified her status as one of the Philippines' top performers.

As previously reported by KAMI, Jennylyn Mercado's agency, Aguila Entertainment, warned the public about a fake ad featuring the actress. In a statement, the agency expressed alarm over the unauthorized use of Jennylyn’s photo in an online ad. The company stressed that the Kapuso star is not connected in any way to the gaming platform called "PH Sugar."

Meanwhile, back in February, Jennylyn Mercado shared a comic mishap she and her husband Dennis Trillo experienced on the day of their wedding. The actress recounted how Dennis forgot their wedding rings on their big day, leading to a pre-ceremony scramble. Dennis explained what happened that led to to the ring snafu, adding a layer of comedic confusion.

Source: KAMI.com.gh