Vice Ganda, napa-react sa sagot ng contestant sa “It’s Showtime” na hindi nakilala ang Malacañang

Published 13 Mar 2026 at 6:38 PM

by Josh Medina

3 min read

Vice Ganda expressed concern after an “It’s Showtime” contestant failed to recognize Malacañang Palace during a game segment
The moment happened in the “It’s Giving” round of the “Laro Laro Pick” segment aired on March 12
The contestant mistakenly guessed that the palace was a municipal hall, prompting laughter from the audience
Vice Ganda later reminded viewers about being more aware of important national landmarks and history

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Comedian and host Vice Ganda drew attention online after reacting to a contestant who appeared unfamiliar with the Malacañang Palace during a recent episode of It's Showtime.

Photo: Vice Ganda Instagram
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The moment happened during the “It’s Giving” round of the show’s “Laro Laro Pick” segment aired on Thursday, March 12.

In the game, contestants were asked to identify various images flashed on the screen. According to the hosts, the photos represented objects, landmarks, and cultural elements connected to the Philippines.

Several participants were already eliminated after failing to recognize images such as arnis, Mayon Volcano, the traditional game luksong tinik, and San Juanico Bridge.

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When the image of Malacañang Palace appeared, the contestant struggled to identify it. This prompted Vice Ganda to give a clue.

“Hindi mo nakikita ‘yang larawan na ‘yan? D’yan namamalagi ang pangulo. San namamalagi ang pangulo?” says Vice Ganda.

Instead of naming the palace, the contestant guessed incorrectly.

“Ay, ano. Munispyo?” says the contestant.

The unexpected response caused laughter among the studio audience. However, Vice Ganda appeared concerned and continued guiding the contestant toward the correct answer.

Host Jhong Hilario tried to help by giving a hint. “Mala—” says Jhong Hilario.

Despite the clue, the contestant still failed to identify the landmark.

“Malabon?” says the contestant.

Vice Ganda then responded with a mix of humor and disappointment while reminding viewers about awareness of national landmarks.

“Natatawa ka pa ha,” says Vice Ganda.

“‘Yan ay Malacañang. Malacañang ‘yan ha. ‘Wag puro blush on tsaka highlighter sa TikTok ha?” says Vice Ganda.

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The exchange quickly circulated online, sparking discussions among viewers about general knowledge and awareness of important places in the Philippines.

Vice Ganda is a well-known Filipino comedian, actor, singer, and television host celebrated for his sharp humor, colorful personality, and lasting influence in the Philippine entertainment industry. He first made a name for himself performing stand-up comedy in Manila’s comedy bars, where his quick wit and fearless punchlines gained a loyal following. His career reached a new level in 2009 when he joined the ABS-CBN noontime variety show It's Showtime as one of its regular hosts. Through his natural comedic timing and lively on-screen presence, he soon became one of the most recognizable and influential personalities in local show business.

As previously reported by KAMI, Vice Ganda once jokingly apologized to the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board and its chairperson Lala Sotto after a lighthearted moment on It’s Showtime. The situation began when an elderly contestant unexpectedly made a remark that surprised the hosts. In an effort to lighten the mood, Vice playfully mentioned the phrase “virgin coconut oil.” The spontaneous joke quickly amused the studio audience as well as his fellow hosts, turning the awkward moment into a comedic highlight.