MANILA, Philippines – The celebrity pairing of Kim Chiu (known as “Chinita Princess”) and Paulo Avelino continues to dominate headlines, fueled by their hit series and a major social media move by Avelino that has been widely interpreted as a confirmation of their status.
The fan community, affectionately known as the “Kimpaw” fans, remains fiercely supportive, though they are increasingly vocal about persistent safety concerns surrounding Kim Chiu.
I. Fans’ Affection and Demand for Security
The enthusiasm of the Kimpaw fanbase was palpable as Kim Chiu recently returned to the variety show Showtime, following several days of absence for taping. Fan Corazon Carilla expressed her joy: “It made our day complete. We, seniors, are so happy today! Kimpaw forever.”
Kim Chiu’s absence was due to demanding shooting schedules in Manila for her series, The Alibay, with production also having previously taken place in Vancouver, Canada, alongside the ASAP Vancouver event. The high production quality and extensive locations for the series underscore the significant investment made in the project.
However, the celebratory mood is consistently undercut by serious concerns regarding a recent death threat directed at Kim Chiu. Fan Editana Donza urged immediate action from management:
“We are very worried about Kimpaw, especially Kimmy. The management and her family must do something to arrest the person who threatened Kim Chiu’s life… This is not a dramatic play; it is serious, and Kim’s life is at stake. It should be addressed immediately.”
Fans continue to criticize the management for its perceived indifference toward the life threat against Chiu compared to its swift response to less severe issues involving other artists.
II. Paulo Avelino Confirms Relationship Status with a ‘Heart’
The most explosive news to emerge recently is the action taken by Paulo Avelino himself on social media, which the Kimpaw community views as undeniable confirmation of their relationship’s stability.
The incident occurred when a fan, Thea Manahimika, commented in response to a basher who claimed the relationship was merely “fan service” and that Avelino would inevitably return to his ex-partner (Judy Ann Santos, who is married). The fan’s comment emphatically stated:
“Paulo never returned to his ex. He already said that. He never unfollowed his ex. He doesn’t care about the past. Move on, Kimpaw is already happy!”
Crucially, Paulo Avelino heart-reacted to this exact comment.
The reaction sent the fanbase into an immediate frenzy. Initially skeptical, many fans rushed to check Avelino’s official Instagram post and confirmed the like was genuine.
Confirmation Signal: Avelino’s action is widely interpreted as a direct and conscious confirmation that the couple is indeed happy, and that the rumors spread by bashers regarding his past relationships are baseless.
Quiet Monitoring: This move also highlighted that Avelino, who is generally quiet online, is actively monitoring and reading comments about himself and Kim Chiu.
Commentators noted the significance of Avelino endorsing the statement “Kimpaw is already happy,” asserting that the relationship is “For real now” and not just “fan service.”
III. Chinita Princess Thanks Fans for ‘The Alibay’ Support
Meanwhile, Kim Chiu herself showed appreciation for the support surrounding The Alibay’s newest episodes released on Prime Video PH.
Responding to a fan who praised the beautiful, high-quality visuals of the show’s captures on the streaming platform, Kim Chiu replied:
“Thank you. The Alibay Episode 3 and for now up only on Prime Video.”
The praise affirmed that the production’s intentional investment in high-quality cinematography and exotic locations—designed to enhance the viewing experience and discourage unauthorized viewing via platforms like Telegram—is paying off.
The general sentiment among fans is one of deep satisfaction and stability, viewing the couple’s professional success and Paulo Avelino’s subtle social media confirmation as indicators that the Kimpaw relationship is stronger than ever.