Manila, Philippines – The Philippine showbiz industry is once again rocked by controversy as actress Arci Muñoz was reportedly rushed to a private hospital by actor Gerald Anderson following an alleged altercation involving Julia Barretto.

According to insiders, the incident occurred late last night during what was supposed to be a private and peaceful meeting among the three stars. The gathering reportedly turned tense and emotional, ultimately leading to Muñoz being hospitalized for what sources claim were signs of extreme stress and anxiety.

Gerald Anderson, who recently admitted to fathering a child with Muñoz, was seen carrying the actress into a hospital in Quezon City around midnight. Witnesses say he looked visibly shaken and refused to answer questions from members of the media who had arrived shortly after the ambulance was called.

Initial reports indicate that the confrontation began when Julia Barretto allegedly confronted Arci over her relationship with Gerald. Though exact details remain unclear, several sources allege that voices were raised and that Julia became emotionally distressed, possibly contributing to the overwhelming stress that affected Arci.

“She was crying uncontrollably, shaking, and having trouble breathing,” said a staff member at the hospital who requested anonymity. “Gerald kept telling her to stay calm. He never left her side.”

As of early this morning, Arci Muñoz remains under observation but is in stable condition. Doctors have not released an official medical bulletin, but it is believed that she suffered a panic attack triggered by the confrontation.

Julia Barretto, who has yet to release a public statement, has faced online criticism following the news. Her camp, however, denies any wrongdoing and insists the reports are exaggerated.

“There was no physical altercation. Emotions ran high, yes, but Julia did not harm anyone,” a source close to the actress said. “She’s hurting too. Let’s not forget she’s in the middle of this emotional mess.”

Gerald Anderson, on the other hand, has remained silent since the hospital incident. His management has neither confirmed nor denied the reports but has promised to release an official statement soon.

Netizens were quick to respond, with social media once again erupting in hashtags like #PrayForArci, #ProtectJulia, and #GeraldAnderson. Many fans expressed concern for Arci’s wellbeing, while others blamed Gerald for putting both women in such a volatile position.

“It’s heartbreaking,” said a fan on X (formerly Twitter). “No one deserves to be hurt in love. Gerald should’ve handled things better.”

Entertainment insiders say that tensions have been building behind the scenes for weeks. With Gerald’s recent revelation about his child with Arci, Julia is said to have been feeling betrayed and humiliated.

“Julia was kept in the dark,” said an anonymous source from the production of a recent project. “She found out with the rest of us. That’s a hard pill to swallow.”

Meanwhile, Arci’s close friends are urging the public to be kind and respectful while she recovers. Actress Sue Ramirez posted on her Instagram story: “Please send prayers and positivity to Arci. She doesn’t deserve this kind of pain.”

This latest incident only adds to the already heated love triangle that has captivated the nation. While speculations continue to swirl, what is certain is that all three stars are emotionally impacted by the ongoing drama.

As fans await official statements from all parties, the entertainment world is holding its breath for what comes next in this high-profile, emotionally charged saga.