Maymay Entrata bares all about her beau Joaquin Enriquez in a recent PUSH interview

• Maymay Entrata describes her new boyfriend, Joaquin Enriquez, as her "male version," a sentiment echoed by her closest friends and family members
• Despite Joaquin being based in the U.S., the couple maintains their bond through his monthly flights to the Philippines to support Maymay’s busy schedule
• Currently starring in the series ROJA, Maymay revealed that the action-heavy role was a "dream come true" that arrived during a difficult period of mourning for her mother
• After a brief hiatus to focus on her music and family, Maymay’s return to acting marks a triumphant comeback to the small screen alongside stars Donny Pangilinan and Kyle Echarri

After two years of embracing her independence, the "Amakabogera" herself, Maymay Entrata, has officially stepped back into the world of romance, and this time, it feels like looking into a mirror.

In a candid and heartfelt interview on January 2, 2026, the Kapamilya star shared the joy of her new relationship with Filipino-American model and actor Joaquin Enriquez, describing him as the person she prayed for during her season of solitude.

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"Nakakapanibago naman po," Maymay admitted with her signature honesty, reflecting on her two-year hiatus from dating. "Ako siyempre dalawang taon din pero happy po ako na ako lang po pero siguro po noong bliness ako ni Lord ng someone na parang ako raw pero boy version. Ayon po yung sabi rin ng friends and family ko. Sobrang blessed po ako."

The couple, who first sparked social media frenzies in October 2025 with a romantic beachside video set to the song "Iris," have been navigating the complexities of a long-distance relationship.

While Joaquin is primarily based in the United States, Maymay revealed that he makes the cross-continental trip to the Philippines every single month.

"Sobrang supportive niya po na every month siya pumupunta dito na after trabaho niya pupunta siya rito. Nakabase po kasi siya sa US," she shared, highlighting the dedication that keeps their bond strong despite the thousands of miles between them.

But it isn’t just her personal life that’s seeing a revival. Professionally, Maymay is currently living out a childhood dream as she stars in the action-packed Kapamilya series ROJA. Playing the role of Luna, a sous chef caught in a high-stakes hostage crisis at a luxury resort, Maymay has finally been able to flex her acting muscles in a genre she has always adored.

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The project carries significant emotional weight for the actress. Maymay revealed that the offer for the role came just one month after the passing of her mother.

"Dati pa lang po, sobra-sobrang fan an ako ng action movies, action series and alam iyan ng mga sumusuporta sa akin and ang tagal ko rin hindi po nag-acting dahil gusto ko po una mag-focus sa music and mag-spend ng more time doon sa nanay ko noong buhay pa siya," she explained. "Thankful ako na bliness agad ako ni Lord after one month na mawala si Nanay and pinitch sa akin yung ROJA. tinanong ako kung ano pong genre and sabi po, action kaya maiyak-iyak din po ako talaga kaya sabi ko yes po."

Whether she is executing fight choreography on the set of ROJA or sharing a viral Christmas dance with Joaquin, Maymay’s current chapter is one of balance—finding strength in her craft and comfort in a love that feels like home.

Born Marydale Entrata, the artist famously known as Maymay Entrata is a dynamic force in the Philippine entertainment landscape, having successfully pivoted between acting, chart-topping music, and high-fashion modeling. Her ascent to stardom was cemented in 2017 when she was crowned the Big Winner of Pinoy Big Brother: Lucky 7, a victory that served as the springboard for her prolific career in television and film.

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Previously, during the time Typhoon Uwan moved across the archipelago in late 2025, Maymay Entrata took to social media to share an emotional plea for national solidarity and collective prayer. The actress reached out to those in the path of the storm, urging her fellow Filipinos to remain steadfast and rely on their spiritual convictions to find peace amidst the chaos. Beyond spiritual support, Entrata emphasized the importance of staying resilient and trusting in divine protection while the country navigated the severe weather conditions. The post resonated deeply with her audience, many of whom expressed gratitude for the "Amakabogera" star’s timely words of hope during the height of the calamity.

It can also be recalled that Maymay and Filipino-American artist Joaquin Enriquez recently took their relationship public, delighting fans with a romantic social media reveal. The confirmation came via a tender Instagram Reel where the couple shared a warm embrace and a forehead kiss on the shore, set to the nostalgic melody of "Iris" by the Goo Goo Dolls. The duo solidified the "Instagram official" status through their comments; Maymay referred to Joaquin as her "lover," while he responded with a heartfelt "Mahal kita." This public declaration marks a joyful turning point for Entrata, coming nearly two years after her quiet split from her previous non-showbiz partner, Aaron Haskell.

Source: KAMI.com.gh