‘Jowa-coded’? Paulo Avelino, Kim Chiu react to fans noticing their off-cam interactions

 



Fans are abuzz after noticing the playful and seemingly close interactions between actors Paulo Avelino and Kim Chiu behind the scenes, with many dubbing the pair as “jowa-coded.” The term, often used to describe individuals who exhibit boyfriend or girlfriend-like behavior toward each other, has taken social media by storm as clips and photos of the two circulate online.

In a lighthearted response to the speculation, Kim Chiu addressed the observations during an interview. “Nakakatuwa naman ‘yung fans, very observant sila,” she said, laughing. “Pero lahat ito ay katuwaan lang at trabaho lang talaga. Paulo and I are good friends.”

Paulo Avelino also weighed in on the buzz, keeping his response short but intriguing. “Kim is a great co-star and a fun person to be around. Natural lang na may ganitong reactions, lalo na kapag maganda ang chemistry on-screen,” he said with a smile.

Jowa-coded'? Paulo Avelino, Kim Chiu react to fans noticing their off-cam  interactions | ABS-CBN Entertainment

The off-cam moments that sparked the speculation include candid interactions during a break from filming and playful exchanges during interviews, all of which fans were quick to notice and analyze.

Netizens flooded social media with reactions, with some rooting for the potential pairing while others took the comments in stride. “Bagay sila, ang cute nila tingnan together!” one fan wrote on Twitter. Another chimed in, “Parang ang saya lang nila sa set, and that’s great for their teamwork.”

Despite the lighthearted rumors, both Paulo and Kim reiterated their professional relationship, emphasizing their focus on delivering quality performances for their current projects. Still, the “jowa-coded” label has added an extra layer of excitement for fans following their work.

As the two continue to charm audiences on and off the screen, supporters are eagerly anticipating what’s next for this dynamic duo. Whether it’s genuine chemistry or simply great teamwork, Paulo and Kim have certainly captured the attention and hearts of fans nationwide.