Atasha Muhlach, excited sa ‘Eat Bulaga’ comeback; nagsalita tungkol kay Jacob Ang

• Atasha Muhlach is preparing to return to “Eat Bulaga!” while clarifying that she and Jacob Ang are just friends
• The actress confirmed that she remains single and is currently prioritizing her career
• She also teased opportunities lined up for 2027 but kept the details under wraps
• Grateful for her recent theater experience, the television host shared her appreciation for both her musical castmates and the Dabarkads

Atasha Muhlach is heading back to “Eat Bulaga!” with work as her priority, while setting the record straight about her relationship with Jacob Ang.

Speaking to reporters at TV5’s “Tara sa Paskong Kapatid Thanksgiving Celebration” at Grand Hyatt Manila on November 9, the actress confirmed that she and Jacob are friends. She also made it clear that she is single and focused on her professional commitments.

In the interview shared by Daily Tribune, with coverage credited to Jefferson Fernando, the host expressed her happiness about returning to the noontime program. She spoke warmly about the Dabarkads and described them as family.

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Her return follows her stint in “Bongga Ka Day! The Annie Batungbakal Musical.” After spending time on the theater stage, she is preparing to reunite with her fellow hosts on television.

Atasha also teased career opportunities for 2027. However, she said she could not reveal the details yet, leaving further announcements for another time.

When the conversation shifted to her personal life, the celebrity directly addressed questions about Jacob.

“Friends lang po talaga,” she said, as quoted in PEP’s coverage of the interview.

Asked whether they had ever been a couple, she reiterated that their relationship had always been a friendship. Her answer also addressed speculation that the two had broken up.

For now, dating is not her priority. When reporters asked whether she was ready to mingle, her response was straightforward: “Hindi po, work lang po. Work lang talaga.”

In the supplied interview, she explained that working in entertainment had been a childhood dream. Now that she has opportunities to pursue it, she does not want to take them for granted.

“I'm happy to be living my dreams,” she shared.

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Beyond her television plans, the performer looked back fondly on her theater experience. She expressed gratitude for the encouragement and support she received from her “Bongga Ka Day!” family.

According to Abante’s coverage, those relationships helped her enjoy the process of working in theater. She also valued the happy memories she made with the people involved in the production.

Asked about criticism, Atasha said she prefers to focus on positive experiences and continue working hard. She also shared that her parents encouraged her to hold on to what she knows is true and remain kind to others.

The actress remains open to exploring more opportunities. In the supplied interview, she said, “I don't want to close my doors to anything,” when discussing possible career directions.

Atasha Aaron Bonnin Muhlach, professionally known as Atasha Muhlach, is a Filipino television host, actress, singer, and model signed under Viva Artists Agency. The daughter of actors Aga Muhlach and Charlene Gonzales, she gained widespread popularity as a host on the long-running noontime show Eat Bulaga! and as part of her family's TV5 sitcom Da Pers Family.

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In another report, Atasha Muhlach revealed that she and her twin brother, Andres, were not spoiled by their parents, Aga Muhlach and Charlene Gonzales. The actress shared that earning her own money brings her fulfillment, prompting her to save while occasionally treating herself. Since finishing college and starting work, she has stopped asking her parents for an allowance and stressed that she does not depend on her famous surname or family connections to land acting roles.

Meanwhile, John “Sweet” Lapus came to Atasha Muhlach’s defense after she faced online criticism over her casting in a musical. Sweet argued that the actress should not be blamed for the decision to include her in the production and expressed confidence that she could demonstrate her abilities onstage. He also challenged her critics to watch the musical before passing judgment on her performance.

Source: KAMI.com.gh