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Vince Maristela finally meets Charo Santos after viral ‘MMK’ mix-up: ‘Bati na po kami’

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Alyana De Guzman

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Former <a href="http://abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/pinoy-big-brother-collab">Pinoy Big Brother</a> housemate Vince Maristela finally came face-to-face with Charo Santos after his viral on-air mix-up involving the veteran television icon during a recent episode of <a href="http://itsshowtime.abs-cbn.com">It&#x27;s Showtime</a>. The funny moment happened on June 10 during the noontime show’s Laro Laro Pick segment, when Vince was asked who hosts the drama anthology <a href="http://mmk.abs-cbn.com">Maalaala Mo Kaya</a>. Vince mistakenly answered with the name of ABS-CBN executive Cory Vidanes instead of Charo, which prompted laughter from the audience and hosts.  “Hala ka, jusko. Charo Santos ang host ng Maalaala Mo Kaya,” Vice Ganda said.  The actor tried to make up for the mistake with a quick greeting to the MMK host.  “Hello po ma&#x27;am Charo. Nanonood po ako ng MMK.” <iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-6" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DZZSFsxztmN/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=768&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A6%2C%22os%22%3A923246.8999999999%2C%22ls%22%3A117824.29999999999%2C%22le%22%3A118061.90000000002%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="847" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-6" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script>The clip eventually reached Charo herself, who took the viral moment lightheartedly and jokingly responded through Instagram by reposting the video with a playful message directed at Vince. “Hi Vince, please go to my office,” she wrote, adding a laughing emoji. <div> </div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/celebrities/2026/6/11/charo-santos-has-a-witty-reaction-to-vince-maristela-s-mmk-mix-up-on-it-s-showtime-0735">READ: Charo Santos has a witty reaction to Vince Maristela&#x27;s &#x27;MMK&#x27; mix-up on &#x27;It&#x27;s Showtime&#x27;</a></div><div> </div>Days later, Vince got the chance to personally meet the longtime television host during the MEGA Ball 2026. In a video shared by MJ Felipe, Vince was seen approaching Charo while admitting how nervous he became the moment he saw her. “Ma’am Charo bigla akong pinagpawisan nung nakita kita,” he said. <div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Freel%2F1011866684871250%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=267&amp;t=0" width="267" height="476" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>Charo, however, immediately laughed off the situation and warmly embraced Vince, making it clear that she found the entire incident funny rather than offensive. Later, Vince shared a photo of their encounter on Instagram, assuring followers that everything between them had been settled. “Goodmorning bati na po kami hehe 🙂,” he wrote. The Kapuso actor also took the opportunity to express his admiration for Charo and thanked her for the impact she has had on generations of performers in the industry. “Congratulations, Ma’am @charosantos Thank you for inspiring many generations of artists. A legend. An icon.” <div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZgct0dj7f-/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=768&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A844801.7%2C%22ls%22%3A117824.29999999999%2C%22le%22%3A118061.90000000002%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="865" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script>Still leaning into the humor of the now-viral moment, Vince even joked in the comments section about their newfound duo, giving their tandem an unexpected nickname. “May ayuda na po ang ChaVin 🫶🏻,” he wrote. Fans quickly joined in on the fun, with many saying the wholesome interaction made the entire incident even more entertaining. Another commenter even shared hopes with Vince starring in a future MMK episode. “Abswelto na! Rinig kaya ni Ma’am Charo lakas ng heartbeat mo nung nag beso? 😂,” one netizen wrote.  “I believe people are now wishing an MMK episode starring @vincemaristela. And solid if pati Mam @charosantos in one heart-touching story. Vince is so good in drama too,” another added.  Vince rose to wider prominence after joining <a href="http://abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/pinoy-big-brother-collab">Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition</a> in 2025, a historic edition that marked the first collaboration between ABS-CBN and GMA Network for the long-running reality show. Meanwhile, Charo returned as host of <a href="http://mmk.abs-cbn.com">Maalaala Mo Kaya</a> when the beloved anthology series made its comeback last April, after taking a two-year break following ABS-CBN’s franchise loss. In an interview earlier this year, Charo said she remains hopeful that the show will continue beyond its current limited run. “We’re hoping that, you know, there will be a season two this year. I’m just keeping my fingers crossed. I’ve reached the stage where I take things one day at a time. We don’t any more lose sleep over concerns. I’m just so grateful for all the blessings that came my way. So every day is really just an opportunity to learn and to say thank you that I’m still around and still very much alive,” she said. <a href="http://mmk.abs-cbn.com">Maalaala Mo Kaya</a> returned with a new limited-series format, with early episodes featuring the inspiring journey of Sofronio Vasquez III as well as the story of Sheena Catacutan of BINI.

Actor Vince Maristela finally had a chance to meet Charo Santos days after his viral 'It's Showtime' mix-up involving the longtime Maalaala Mo Kaya host.

Actor Vince Maristela finally had a chance to meet Charo Santos days after his viral 'It's Showtime' mix-up involving the longtime Maalaala Mo Kaya host.