When it comes to grand and unexpected gestures, Kathryn Bernardo certainly knows how to keep everyone on their toes!

This time, she pulled off a truly weird yet hilarious birthday surprise for her Hello, Love, Goodbye co-star and good friend, Alden Richards, while they were in the breathtaking paradise of Palawan.

A Birthday to Remember

Alden Richards, who recently celebrated his birthday, had no idea what was coming when Kathryn told him she had a special surprise planned. The two were in Palawan, known for its pristine beaches and stunning landscapes, supposedly for a casual getaway with friends. But Kathryn had something extra up her sleeve!

Instead of the usual cake and heartfelt speeches, Kathryn opted for an out-of-the-box surprise—one that left Alden (and everyone else) in fits of laughter! According to sources, she arranged for a mangrove mud spa treatment as his “birthday pampering session.” While many tourists visit Palawan for its natural beauty, not everyone is keen on covering themselves in mud for the sake of relaxation!

Alden’s Hilarious Reaction

As soon as Alden saw the prepared mud pit, his initial reaction was a mix of shock and laughter. “Ano ‘to, Kath?” he reportedly said, looking at Kathryn with disbelief. But being the good sport that he is, Alden eventually went along with the experience—though not without some playful protests!

Kathryn, laughing all the way, even joined in and made sure Alden got the full mangrove spa treatment, complete with a head-to-toe mud pack. Their friends captured the entire moment on video, and snippets of their hilarious muddy adventure quickly went viral on social media. Fans couldn’t get enough of Alden’s kulit reactions and Kathryn’s mischievous yet affectionate teasing.

Fans React to the Unforgettable Surprise

As soon as clips and photos surfaced online, netizens flooded social media with their reactions:

“Kathryn and Alden’s friendship is the cutest! Only she could pull off something this funny!”
“Alden’s face when he saw the mud—PRICELESS! Hahaha.”
“At least he got a free spa session in nature. What a unique way to celebrate a birthday!”

Some fans even joked that Kathryn should make a habit of surprising Alden with weird birthday gifts every year!

A Friendship Like No Other

While many still ship Kathryn and Alden as an on-screen couple, one thing is certain: their friendship is genuine and filled with fun moments like this. Ever since working together on Hello, Love, Goodbye, the two have remained close, always supporting each other in their careers and personal lives.

With such a strong bond, fans can’t help but wonder—what will Kathryn plan for Alden’s birthday next year? One thing’s for sure: it will be just as unexpected and weirdly wonderful!

Stay tuned for more fun updates on your favorite stars!