The man behind ‘Real Talk Darbs’

BEFORE rising to fame as the “Pambansang Good Samarites ng Pilipinas,” Darbie Kim Estrebilla worked multiple jobs in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). When he resigned from his work abroad in 2020, he decided to pursue video blogging or vlogging. Fast forward to today, “Real Talk Darbs” has carved its spot in the social media scene while promoting self-worth.

“Real Talk Darbs” currently has 3 million followers on Facebook, 210,000 subscribers on YouTube, 640,000 followers on TikTok, and 52,000 followers on Instagram. Estrebilla first went viral with the episode titled “Pagod

Ka Na Bang Maging OFW?”

It currently has a total of 2.3 million views.

“It was mainly to save a soul from quitting work. I was surprised that a lot of OFWs worldwide found my vlog relatable,” Estrebilla shared. “This new venture gave me a sense of purpose and responsibility. It dawned on me that I now have the capability to influence people to not quit.”

Given the online fame and support he has been getting, the content creator and social media expert said he’s more than just entertainment. He wants to use his platform to inspire and uplift people experiencing anxiety.

“Every video is meant to save at least one soul. I guess that’s the reason why people follow me. They see and feel that intention.”

Estrebilla gives advice to his followers as if he’s a longlost kuya. His words of wisdom covers a wide range of topics,

While the topic has been tackled countless times in movies, a lot of them feature lead characters whose postbreakup relationships inevitably turn sour—if they try to maintain any sort of relationship, that is. But what if things do work out?

What if exes manage to cultivate a healthy dynamic despite their painful past?

That’s what Viva Films’ upcoming romantic drama “Will You Be My Ex?” intends to explore. Directed by Real Florido and written by Jon Verzosa, the movie tries to answer the question: “Have you ever loved someone so much that, despite breaking up, you still want that person to remain in your life as a supportive friend and confidant?”

The story revolves around Chris (Julia Barretto), a carefree, impulsive and loving young woman who grew up in a family of artists, and Joey (Diego

Loyzaga), an introverted and hardworking civil engineer, who hopes to build the ‘perfect’ future with the woman he loves.

The two enter a relationship, but eventually realize that they make better friends than lovers. After breaking up, they become each other’s pillars and constants.

To a certain extent

In a recent virtual story conference for the movie, most of the cast members agreed that, through time, being friends with exes can be possible—but only to a certain extent.

“Yes, definitely, but it depends on how the relationship ended. If things ended on good terms, then why not?” Diego said. “Staying friends after a relationship will bring out a new dynamic. To what extent you want your friendship is up to you.”

For Bea Binene, time heals.