#ThisHappened 2018: Pinoy Fandom Rules on Twitter
Whatever happens, it happens on
Twitter. Last year, Philippines’ Twitter timeline was ruled by the entertainment industry. As 2018 bids
farewell, Filipinos have proven that Twitter is the go-to platform to track #WhatsHappening in the
Pinoy entertainment scene, as it dominated the conversation this year once
again.
This 2018, entertainment remained
to be the biggest conversation driver among Pinoy users. It was a year top
billed by local and international talents from#BTS and #EXO to #MaineMendoza and #Mayward. Not only did Filipino
teleseryes like #Bagani and movies like #TheHowsOfUs rock
the screens, it also ruled the Twitterverse as fandoms all over the country
raved about their idols on the platform.
Here are Twitter’s lists of the
hashtags, accounts and topics that reigned on the platform in 2018:
Over the years, Filipinos uses
hashtags to stay updated on various topics which they are most passionate of.
For this year, the Pinoy K-Pop fans ruled over as they unite all over the world
to keep updated on their favorite idols. Here are the Top 10 hashtags in the
Philippines in 2018:
1. #MORPinoyBiga10 —
My Only Radio or MOR 101.9 For Life (@mor1019) has been
known on supporting Original Pilipino Music. As such, every weekend they do a
weekly round up on the most requested Pinoy music. Fans gathered on Twitter
using the #MORPinoyBiga10 to
Tweet in their requested song of their favor Pinoy artists.
2. #ABSCBNBall2018 —
This first-ever #ABSCBNBall2018 has
been one of the most awaited events of the network as this year’s ball
showcased the full roster of Kapamilya stars compared to the previous years’
which was limited to the Star Magic artists.
3. #MaineMendoza —
The reigning top female celebrity on Twitter, Maine Mendoza’s (@mainedcm)
constant success shows her fans’ endearment for her. Twitter never gets dull
with Maine fans Tweeting on their happiness and excitement seeing their idol
continues to bloom in her career.
4. #PushAwardsMayWards —
One of the most anticipated awarding that recognizes today’s Kapamilya top
online influencers promoting positivity in the digital realm is now on its
fourth year. Using #PushAwardsMayWards,
MayWard fans show their eagerness to get their favorite love team to win at
this year’s #PushAwards2018.
5. #ALDUBWithBroadwayBoys —
Aldub has been consistently trending everyday. Without a doubt, fans continue
to be very supportive of the phenomenal love team - Maine Mendoza (@mainedcm)
and Alden Richards (@aldenrichards02),
even though they have pursued individual projects. Last July 2018, Aldub fans
were definitely awed with their musical number from a broadway musical, Grease,
in the noontime show where their love team was born, Eat Bulaga (@EatBulaga).
6. #TheHowsOfUs —
Top billed by the famous love team of their generation, Kathryn Bernardo (@bernardokath) and Daniel Padilla (@imdanielpadilla), the movie revolves
around a young couple’s dream of growing old together as they as they dealt
with the ups and downs of a long-term relationship. The movie was a blockbuster with KathNiel Fans sustaining the
conversation on Twitter.
7. #FavPinoyNewbieLoisa — Avid
fans and supporters of Ex - Pinoy Big Brother housemate, Loisa Andalio (@iamAndalioLoisa), won as this year’s Kids Choice Awards’ #FavPinoyNewbie, leading ahead of fellow Pinoy celebrities, with the
support of her followers from the Philippines and abroad.
8. #PushAwardsDonKiss — Another
favorite love team today is Donny Pangilinan (@donnypangilinan) and Kisses Delavin’s (@KissesDelavin__) tandem. Their solid fans geared towards this reel
couple in winning this year’s #PushAwards2018.
9. #LaLunaTheFinalBattle - Fans held on to their seats and Tweeted their
excitement as their favorite fantasy series drew to an end. Through Twitter,
they commended the cast and the story thus placing the tv series on the top
trends.
10. #KISSESConfidentlyYours — The
first solo concert of Kisses Delavin (@KissesDelavin__) on February 24 in the Kia Theater was well-loved by
her fans. Proof is their non-stop Tweeting and Retweeting, making this hashtag
trending.
Most Tweeted
About Filipino Accounts
Filipinos love to stay informed as
much as they love to talk about their favorites and latest gossips. No wonder
why the Filipino favorite, Maine Mendoza (@mainedcm) clinched
the highest place once again in the most Tweeted about Filipino account. For
Maymay Entrata (@maymayentrata07), 2018 can be her banner
year as she placed second in the list, cementing her status as one of the
hottest personalities on Twitter.
1. Maine
Mendoza (@mainedcm) — As one half of
the lauded loveteam #AlDub, Maine Mendoza
continues to dominate Twitter as the Most Tweeted About account. Her fans use
Twitter to Tweet their favorite pictures and TV appearances of the beloved
celebrity. Maine Mendoza uses the platform to connect with her fans real-time
and to share personal snapshots of her daily life.
2.
Maymay Entrata (@maymayentrata07) — Maymay
Entrata has made her mark on Twitter by using the platform to Tweet the most
memorable#MayWard moments
and to thank her fans for being so dedicated. The fans, in return, pay
back the love by Tweeting their favorite pictures and videos of MayMay and her
loveteam partner Edward Barber (@Barber_Edward). Her
fans even gushed over her modeling career as she struts down runway at the
latest Arab Fashion Week.
3.
Kisses Delavin (@KissesDelavin__) — Kisses
Delavin, another celebrity well-loved by the Filipinos, shows her quirky
personality on Twitter by Tweeting her favorite reaction gifs and Tweets her
fans can relate to. She uses Twitter to drive conversation among her fans.
4.
Alden Richards (@aldenrichards02) — Alden
Richards uses Twitter to connect with his fans about his show Victor
Magtanggol, his daily life, and personal life lessons he deems valuable. Fans
love his genuine spirit on the platform and Tweet him frequently because of it.
5.
Edward Barber (@Barber_Edward_) —
Edward uses Twitter to update his fans about latest television projects and
sponsorships. He uses Twitter to be a source of inspiration for his fans,
Tweeting his favorite quotes with accompanying images. Filipinos love relating
on anything and everything -- especially if it’s about their favorite
celebrity.
6.
Donny Pangilinan (@donnypangilinan) — Donny
makes fans happy by constantly replying, quoting, and Retweeting Tweets that
express the fans’ dedication to their favorite celebrity, particularly with
Donny.
7.
Loisa Andalio (@iamAndalioLoisa) — Loisa’s
fans love to follow her on Twitter for her pictures and her latest updates on
acting projects like#MMKBuhaySementeryo. Fans love Tweeting on
their reactions to her latest TV roles and of her admirable performances.
8.
Kathryn Bernardo (@bernardokath) — Kathryn
Bernardo is adored by Filipino fans on Twitter because of her update Tweets
about her life, her travels, collaborations, and her pictures with love team
Daniel Padilla (@iamdanielpadilla). Kathryn is lauded on
Twitter for her constant presence -- letting fans know that she recognizes
their support and is ready to share her life with them.
9.
Maris Racal (@MissMarisRacal) — Actress
Maris Racal keeps fans engaged by posting videos of herself singing. Her fans
love to witness her personality and talent on Twitter by liking and Retweeting
almost all of her Tweets. From her random musings to more personal Tweets about
being a woman, Maris is sure to be a recognized presence on the platform.
10. Daniel
Padilla (@imdanielpadilla) — The
“Teen King” made a solid fanbase on Twitter who he keeps updated with, on his
latest happenings, upcoming movies,TV shows and latest updates on the KathNiel
love team.
Most
Followed Filipino Accounts
The most followed Filipino Twitter
accounts for this year didn’t have much difference from last year’s. It’s
Showtime host and comedian Vice Ganda (@vicegandako) still
holds the top spot for this year. Showbiz personalities Bianca Gonzalez-Intal (@iamsuperbianca) and Daniel Padilla (@imdanielpadilla), interchanged their spots
as the “Teen King” gained almost a million followers compared to last year’s.
Host and comedian Vhong Navarro (@vhongx44) gained
more followers, allowing him this first chance to join the top 10 list.
The Top Tweets
People from all walks of life all
over the world come to Twitter every day to have conversations and to find out
and catch up on what’s happening. These most Retweeted Tweets prove that even
non-celebrities can get their Tweets viral.
The Tweet from Gian Carlo (@_giaaancarlo) got over 102,872 Retweets as other
Twitter users relate to his sentiments about the hardest part of the school
semester and the chances or options students are willing to take to pass their
classes.
Pag hindi mo 'to ni-retweet. Babagsak ka ngayong sem. 😉
Another Tweet with a call to Retweet to get a new iPhone is from Bryan Riel (@bryan_riel95), which placed second with 87,564 Retweets.— 𝐆𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐨 (@_giaaancarlo) August 19, 2018
Sinusumpa ko, some of those who will RT this mag kkaroon ng bagong iPhone, sinasabi ko sa'yo. Walang masama itry diba.😉 pic.twitter.com/kXjW0rwlUx— BRyAAaNnNN!☀️ (@bryan_riel95) April 20, 2018
The Tweet from Depression Notes (@depressionnote)
earned the third spot with its Tweet sharing the suicide hotline in the country
to promote mental health awareness. The Tweet gained 86,202 Retweets.
Philippines 🇵🇭
suicide hotline number
028969191
Can you RT to potentially save a life?
— Depression Notes™ 📄 (@depressionnote) May 2, 2018
Whatever happened, in every corner of the world, and on any topic imaginable, it happened on Twitter. Share your biggest stories, memories and conversations of 2018 today #ThisHappened.
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