Jeepney driver’s heartwarming promise to passenger goes viral; spawns online ‘assurance’ craze
• A video of a jeepney driver telling his sole passenger, Marya Anghel Bernal, "I won't give you away, you're mine," has gone viral on social media
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• The driver's heartwarming promise and friendly demeanor amused netizens, turning his line into a viral meme about "assurance" in relationships
• Bernal, who was on her way to work at the National Children's Hospital, captured the humorous exchange and shared it online
• The video has garnered millions of views and thousands of comments, showcasing a moment of genuine warmth and camaraderie during a typical commute
A simple commute has become an online sensation after a jeepney driver's heartwarming and humorous exchange with his lone passenger was captured on video, spreading a wave of "kilig" (a romantic thrill) and good vibes across social media.
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The video, originally posted by YouScooper Marya Anghel Bernal, has amassed millions of views, with netizens praising the driver's chivalrous and funny demeanor.
The clip was filmed on August 6, 2025, as Bernal was on her way to her duty at the National Children's Hospital in Quezon City.
As her jeepney ride progressed, she found herself as the last passenger. In a tradition common among jeepney drivers, the operator might offer to "hand over" the last passenger to another jeepney going the same route to save time. However, this driver had other plans.
In the now-viral video, the driver can be heard humorously telling Bernal, "Hindi kita ibigay, akin ka lang" (I won't give you away, you're mine).
He further solidified his promise by saying, "Ako bahala sa'yo ma'am" (I'll take care of you, ma'am). Bernal, who was an absolute "passenger princess" during the ride, shared that the driver was also in a talkative and friendly mood, making her journey a memorable one.
The unexpected interaction between a stranger and a public transport driver struck a chord with the online community, which is all too familiar with the daily grind of commuting.
The video has since exploded on TikTok, garnering over three million views and thousands of comments. Netizens, amused and touched by the driver's simple words of reassurance, have turned the phrase "Akin ka lang" into a viral meme about commitment and trust.
One user jokingly commented, "Sanaol may assurance" (I wish everyone had that kind of assurance), a sentiment that was echoed by countless others.
The video not only provided a moment of shared laughter but also reminded people of the small, simple acts of kindness that can brighten a person's day.
Beyond the humor, the clip is a testament to the friendly and often lighthearted nature of many Filipino jeepney drivers.
For Marya Anghel Bernal, what began as a routine trip to work became a viral sensation that celebrated the unique spirit of camaraderie and genuine warmth found on the Philippines' most iconic public transportation.
News, photos, or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, this could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable stories that people could easily understand and relate in their lives.
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