MTRCB probes PBB after receiving over 100 viewer complaints

The MTRCB also reminded PBB management to exercise greater care in ensuring that every episode complies with the guidelines corresponding to the reality show’s assigned age rating.

The announcement comes amid growing criticism of conversations among male housemates about their female co-housemate, Gehlee Dangca, particularly exchanges involving the term “dinosaur,” which viewers found questionable and potentially disrespectful.

In circulating clips, Raheel Bhyria, Anthony Constantino, and Ethan Benares were heard making remarks about a female co-housemate while discussing Ethan’s interactions with her.

In one exchange, Ethan was seen helping Gehlee dry the plates when Raheel nudged Anthony, prompting the latter to make a remark that drew attention from viewers.

The conversations continued with the housemates making basketball-related references, including playing the long game, losing, and reaching overtime. Anthony also encouraged Ethan to pursue the girl they were discussing, while Raheel referred to two individuals competing “neck-and-neck.”

These exchanges prompted speculation about whether the male housemates were treating Gehlee as someone to compete over, drawing criticism from viewers who questioned the way they discussed her.

However, the exact context and intended meaning of the remarks remain unclear, with some online discussions offering different interpretations of the conversations.

Elago calls for clarification

The controversy reached the House of Representatives on November 10, when Gabriela party-list Rep. Sarah Elago called on PBB management to clarify the issue and ensure that the context of the conversations is properly examined.

“Hindi tropeo, premyo, o pag-aari ng sinuman ang isang babae,” Elago said, stressing that women have their own feelings and decisions, as well as the right to determine how they should be treated.

She also emphasized the importance of hearing Gehlee’s side of the issue.

Meanwhile, viewers have questioned what they perceive as inconsistent enforcement of house rules after Kuya reprimanded the female housemates for using code names.

One netizen pointed out that the male housemates had previously used similar terms without receiving the same reminder, describing the intervention as “selective.”

Viewers question double standards

In the latest episode, Kuya also addressed the housemates’ use of code words, reminding them that another person’s feelings should not be treated as a game.

The reminder came amid questions about why certain housemate conversations appeared to receive different treatment from the show’s management.

As the MTRCB proceeds with its review, it remains to be seen whether its discussions with the production team will lead to further action.