Leaked Video Shows Barbie Forteza and David Licauco Hugging in Private—Fans Demand Answers: Are They Already Engaged?

Manila, Philippines — The BARDA Nation is in total shock, excitement, and overdrive after a leaked video surfaced online showing Kapuso stars Barbie Forteza and David Licauco locked in a tight, intimate hug at what appears to be a private gathering — far from the studio lights and camera lenses that usually surround them.

The viral clip, which has amassed over 2 million views in just 12 hours, shows the beloved love team sharing a moment that fans are calling “too real to be acting.”

“I’ve rewatched it 87 times — that was NOT for a teleserye. That was real emotion!” one diehard BARDA fan commented on X (formerly Twitter).

And just like that, the internet exploded with a single burning question:
Are Barbie and David secretly engaged?!

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🔥 THE VIDEO THAT SHOOK BARDA NATION

The now-viral video was allegedly taken during a birthday party of a close industry friend last weekend. The footage shows Barbie, 26, arriving at the event in a white off-shoulder dress, while David, 29, appears moments later in a casual beige suit. The two greet each other with a warm embrace — but it’s what happens after that has fans screaming.

In the clip, Barbie can be seen resting her head on David’s chest, while he gently kisses the top of her head before whispering something into her ear. She smiles. He smiles. The rest is pure kilig.

“It wasn’t just friendly,” one attendee claimed. “There was undeniable chemistry. They were in their own world the entire night.”

The clip cuts off just before the pair walk off hand in hand toward the poolside — but that was enough to send netizens into a frenzied spiral of theories, fan edits, and wedding predictions.

💍 ENGAGEMENT RUMORS INTENSIFY

While neither Barbie nor David has confirmed anything yet, eagle-eyed fans have been analyzing every detail of the video — from Barbie’s ring finger (where a sparkling band can briefly be seen) to David’s protective posture.

“That’s an engagement ring if I’ve ever seen one,” said one fan, zooming in on a blurred screenshot.
“This wasn’t a scripted moment — this was two people in love.”

Theories are now circulating that the two have been secretly dating for years, with the “slow burn” build-up in their teleseryes mirroring their real-life romance.

One popular Facebook fan page even posted an alleged insider tip claiming:

“David proposed to Barbie during their last trip to Japan in March. Only family and closest friends know.”

Could it be true? Could the Philippines’ most kilig-inducing love team be preparing for the ultimate onscreen-to-offscreen love story?

🧠 FROM LOVE TEAM TO REAL COUPLE?

Barbie and David first skyrocketed as a tandem thanks to their breakout pairing in Maria Clara at Ibarra, where their slow-burn romance captured the hearts of millions. Since then, the BARDA fandom has grown into one of the most loyal and passionate in local showbiz.

For years, fans have speculated that their chemistry wasn’t just for the cameras. Even during interviews, the two have exchanged knowing glances, inside jokes, and have consistently referred to each other with deep respect and fondness.

“He’s my safe space,” Barbie once said during a media conference.
“Barbie knows me better than most people,” David added in another.

Now, fans are wondering if all those hints were leading up to this — a real-life fairy tale unfolding in secret.

📱 NETIZENS EXPLODE: “JUST TELL US THE TRUTH!”

As expected, social media has gone wild:

#BARDAEngaged trended at #1 on X Philippines.
Fan pages posted edited prenup-style photos of the couple.
TikTokers reenacted the hug scene with emotional background music and tearful captions.

“Barbie and David, if you’re engaged, PLEASE let us celebrate with you!” wrote one fan on Instagram.

Even celebrities chimed in:

Julie Anne San Jose commented with heart emojis on the video.
Khalil Ramos posted, “Kung totoo man, grabe, congrats agad!”
Andrea Torres simply wrote: “Kilig overload. BARDA, stop playing with our hearts!”

👀 SILENCE SPEAKS LOUDLY

Both Barbie and David have remained tight-lipped about the issue — which only made the public more convinced something major is going on.

On her Instagram stories, Barbie posted a cryptic quote hours after the video leaked:

“Some moments don’t need words — just feeling.”

Meanwhile, David shared a photo of the night sky with the caption:

“Grateful. Always.”

Could this be their subtle way of confirming the buzz?

🔮 WHAT’S NEXT?

As the frenzy continues, fans are now waiting for an official statement, or at least a clue — a shared selfie, a matching caption, or even a tell-all vlog.

Sources close to the couple say they are considering doing a joint interview soon to clarify things once and for all. Others say they’re enjoying the thrill of watching fans piece it all together.

“Whether they confirm it or not, BARDA is real to us,” one fan commented.
“We’ve seen them grow, laugh, and love. They owe us nothing — but we’re ready to celebrate whenever they are.”

❤️ THE LOVE STORY OF A GENERATION?

If the rumors are true, then Barbie Forteza and David Licauco may just be the next big love story to leap from primetime drama into real-life forever.

With chemistry that can’t be faked, a friendship that runs deep, and millions of fans behind them, BARDA’s journey from co-stars to soulmates may soon reach its most beautiful chapter yet.

And if an engagement has already happened behind the scenes?

Then wedding bells may be the next big plot twist in this epic tale.

Stay tuned, showbiz fans — this story is far from over. And who knows? The next time we see them, it might be in wedding attire! 💍💖

Sabihin ko na ba kung sino (ang naging third party)? Huwag na, kawawa, kasi alam ko may baby na rin ‘yung girl.” 👀

AJ Raval, Matapang na Nanindigan: “Wala kaming sinaktan, wala kaming niloko”

Sa gitna ng mga kontrobersya at batikos na bumabalot sa kanyang relasyon kay Aljur Abrenica, muling nagsalita ang aktres na si AJ Raval upang linawin ang mga paratang laban sa kanya. Sa isang emosyonal na Facebook live, iginiit ng “Sugapa” star na hindi siya naging dahilan ng hiwalayan nina Aljur at Kylie Padilla, at hindi siya ang third party na sinisisi ng publiko.

“Nakilala Ko Siya Bilang Kaibigan”

Sa live video, ibinahagi ni AJ ang kwento ng kanilang relasyon ni Aljur. Aniya, una silang nagkakilala sa set ng pelikulang “Nerisa” kung saan naging magkaibigan lamang sila. “Kuya ang tawag ko sa kanya noon,” sabi ni AJ. Nang lumaon, nanligaw si Aljur matapos kumpirmahin na hiwalay na ito kay Kylie.

“Tinanong ko siya, paano ‘yung wife, paano ‘yung family. Sabi niya sa akin, okay lang ‘yun, hiwalay na talaga sila,” dagdag ni AJ. Ayon pa sa aktres, naging opisyal ang kanilang relasyon isang taon matapos silang magkilala, noong Hulyo lamang ng nakaraang taon.

“Hindi Ako Kabit”

Mariing itinanggi ni AJ na siya ang naging dahilan ng paghihiwalay nina Aljur at Kylie. “I swear to God, mamatay man ang buong pamilya ko, nag-start ang relasyon namin nang wala kaming sinaktan, wala kaming nilokong tao,” aniya. Sinabi rin niyang may iba nang partner si Kylie nang magsimula ang kanilang relasyon, dahilan kung bakit siya nagdesisyong “mag-go” sa panliligaw ni Aljur.

“Kilala Ko ang Totoong Third Party”

Bagamat hindi pinangalanan, sinabi ni AJ na alam niya kung sino ang tunay na taong involved sa hiwalayan nina Aljur at Kylie. “Ayoko mag-name drop pero kilala ko kung sino ang totoong tao na involved sa panloloko sa relationship nilang dalawa,” pagbunyag ni AJ. Idinagdag niya na ang naturang babae ay may sarili nang pamilya ngayon.

Panawagan na Itigil ang Paninira

Hiniling ni AJ na itigil na ng mga bashers ang pag-uugnay sa kanya sa isyu. “Tama na guys, pakinggan niyo si Kylie, tama na ang pagta-tag sa kanya, nananahimik ‘yung tao,” aniya. Pinasinungalingan din niya ang mga isyu tungkol sa “baby” na diumano’y kanilang anak ni Aljur.

Kylie Padilla, Nanatiling Tahimik

Samantala, nananatiling tikom ang bibig ni Kylie Padilla sa gitna ng muling pagbubukas ng usapin tungkol sa hiwalayan nila ni Aljur. Ang kanyang naunang pahayag na maayos na sila ni Aljur at nakapag-move on na ay tila sinusuportahan ang panig ni AJ.

Habang patuloy ang usapin, malinaw na naninindigan si AJ Raval na walang maling nagawa ang kanilang relasyon. Ngunit ang tanong, matatapos na ba ang kontrobersya, o lalo pang lalala? Abangan ang susunod na kabanata ng kwento ng kanilang buhay.