Photo via Janine Gutierrez (@janinegutierrez) / Instagram
Janine Gutierrez responded calmly and thoughtfully to criticism regarding her appearance in the 2025 calendar shoot for Asia Brewery, Inc. (ABI). Introduced as the calendar girl, Janine appeared at the December 2, 2024, launch at Green Sun Hotel in Makati City.
Following the release of her calendar photos, a netizen left a comment on Janine’s Instagram post, questioning the perceived differences in her body between the photos and her appearance at the launch. The comment read, “Grabe pagkaka-edit ah. Napakanipis niya sa mga photo niya pero nung launching ang taba niya po,” suggesting that there was a noticeable discrepancy between how she looked in the photos and during the launch event.
In response, Janine explained the timeline, noting that the photos were taken in October, while the launch occurred in December. She explained that during the two months between the photoshoot and the launch, she had attended various events and gatherings. During in which she relaxed from her usual diet and workout routines. “I always take it easy during the holidays and enjoy my body in its different shapes,” she wrote, addressing the netizen’s concern.
Janine’s calm and composed response earned praise from fans and fellow celebrities, including actor Jericho Rosales, who remarked that he would delete his calendar app in favor of hers. Janine expressed her gratitude for being chosen as ABI’s calendar girl and emphasized her excitement about representing the brand, highlighting her versatility as an actress and her commitment to embracing different stages of her personal journey.
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