Cacai Velasquez-Mitra, hindi makapaniwala sa Meralco billing na napakalaking halaga

• Cacai Velasquez-Mitra shared her shock after receiving a Meralco bill amounting to ₱94,355
• The actress-comedian said they are only living in a residential house and are already careful with electricity consumption
• Netizens flocked to the comments section and some suspected there might be an error in the meter reading
• Others used the incident to raise concerns over high electricity costs affecting many Filipinos

Cacai Velasquez-Mitra drew widespread attention online after revealing the amount of her latest Meralco bill, which reached a staggering ₱94,355 and is due for payment on June 21, 2026.

The actress-comedian shared a photo of the bill on Facebook and admitted that she was left shocked by the amount despite being conscious of their electricity usage at home.

In her post, she wrote:

“Ayoko na sana makisabay, pero mahimatay naman ako dito Meralco super conscious na nga ako sa gamit ng kuryente. Bahay lang po kami hindi commercial building 🥲”

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Her post quickly gained traction and prompted numerous reactions from social media users, many of whom were equally surprised by the amount reflected in the statement.

Several netizens even questioned whether there might have been a discrepancy in the electricity reading.

One commenter wrote, “Ma'am pansinin mo po ung current reading sk previous reading. 6,474 less 6,400 dapat po ay 74 lng ang actual consumption. Saan po kya nila nkuha ung 5,920kwh. Mali po ang reading nila.”

The comment led to further discussions among internet users, with some suggesting that the bill should be checked carefully to determine if there had been an error in the computation.

Others reacted with humor amid the surprising amount.

One netizen commented, “grabe ilang member po kaya ng 4PS ang nasakop mo?🤔😅”

Meanwhile, another commenter turned the issue into a broader discussion about electricity costs in the country.

The person wrote, “Grabe Meralco distribution 14k ??!!! Na kaninong maleta napupunta yaannn! Senate of the Philippines unahin nyo tong problema n to nakakpagod Ng magbayadhndi ma explain n charges imbes n puro kayo drama Dyan!”

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The incident resonated with many Filipinos who have also expressed concerns over rising electricity expenses amid ongoing economic challenges. Cacai's post has since become one of the latest examples of how utility bills continue to spark discussions online, with many consumers sharing their own experiences and frustrations regarding the increasing cost of power.

Cacai Velasquez-Mitra is a Filipina talent manager, concert producer, and former recording artist who won an Awit Award for Best Performance by a New Female Recording Artist in 1998 for her hit song "Forever Blue." Married to musical director Raul Mitra, she transitions between managing the career of her sister, Asia's Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, and guiding her three daughters in their P-pop group, DNA.

In another report, Ogie Alcasid dismissed rumors suggesting that his wife, Regine Velasquez, is planning to retire from the local entertainment industry. The topic surfaced during a media conference for his upcoming Father’s Day event titled “Daddyokie.” Regine earlier became emotional during a Coldplay concert in London, where she reportedly reflected on how much she would miss performing. Ogie clarified that the veteran singer is still active and currently undergoing specialized vocal therapy in preparation for her highly anticipated concert in October.

Meanwhile, Regine Velasquez also spoke out on issues of accountability following the Ateneo basketball tragedy involving Rene Clert Baterbonia and Divine Adili. The singer expressed deep sympathy for the families affected by the incident. She also raised concerns about school waivers and the responsibility of institutions in ensuring student safety. The issue has continued to draw reactions from the Philippine basketball community and the public.

Source: KAMI.com.gh