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KimPau’s candid behind-the-scenes reels from “The Alibi” reveal a parallel tale of teamwork, laughter, and kilig

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Kyla Dennise Magbanua

<p>The twisted lives of Vincent and Stella in “<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/the-alibi" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u><em>The Alibi</em></u></strong></a>” pull us into their chaotic yet realistic world, fully immersing us in the thrilling and challenging story they convey. Their dynamic, even though they come from different backgrounds, is refreshing and makes us want more, even as the conflict rises. </p><p>Meanwhile, away from the drama are the fun and kilig instants of Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino behind the cameras. These lighthearted breaks show the other side of them, offering blissful glimpses beyond their intense characters. Indulge yourself with these treats from KimPau as they share BTS montages from the set of “<u><em></em></u><u><em></em></u><em></em><em></em><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/the-alibi" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em><u><strong>The Alib</strong></u></em><strong><u><em>i</em></u></strong></a><strong><u><em></em></u></strong>.”  </p><p>Less than a month before the series made its television debut, Dreamscape shared an Instagram reel containing snippets of Kim and Paulo in between takes—where they smile and find enjoyment together regardless of the heavy scenes.  </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVBQ67iEQuS/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1038&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A512942.2000000477%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="854" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" 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><div> </div><p>The video leaned into showcasing KimPau’s teamwork in executing their skills. It began with the sequence where Stella and the Cabrera family were at the same resort, with Kim and Paulo seen playfully bonding with Ayesha Bajeta, who plays Bea, Vincent’s daughter.  </p><p>Another highlight showed the lead stars reviewing their cuts during the episode where Stella visited Vincent at Cabrera News, which eventually led to her brawl with Claudia (Sofia Andres). More of KimPau’s kilig off-cam stills rounded out the compilation, giving fans a sweet escape from the tension of “The Alibi.”  </p><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/2026/4/7/the-alibi-stella-hindi-nakapagpigil-sa-panghahamak-ni-claudia-episode-15-2304" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>WATCH: The Alibi: Stella, hindi nakapagpigil sa panghahamak ni Claudia </u></strong></a> </div><div><br/></div><p>An additional BTS clip was posted by Dreamscape, providing clips of Stella and Vincent throughout key events. One focused on Vincent defending Stella against Claudia’s outburst when they bumped into each other in the hallways of the Cabrera News office. A separate scene shows Stella and Vincent being interrogated by authorities in connection with Walter’s (Sam Milby) case, where Stella attempts to reenact their intimate night in front of them. </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVDtTZdEWcU/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1038&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A553078.2999999523%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="854" 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><div><br/></div><p>The reel also included lighter bits of KimPau rehearsing, such as the act where Vincent and Stella meet by the shore on the night Walter died, where Vincent accidentally kicked up dust that got into Stella’s eyes, prompting him to gently blow it away to help her, and when Vincent kissed Stella in front of his parents. Fans quickly expressed their excitement in the comments section, showing how these behind-the-scenes peeks deepen their support for the series.</p><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/2026/3/26/the-alibi-stella-nagalit-kay-vincent-nang-halikan-siya-sa-harap-ni-arthur-at-jacqueline-episode-9-2121" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>WATCH: The Alibi: Stella, nagalit kay Vincent nang halikan siya sa harap nina Arthur at Jacqueline</u></strong></a></div><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/2026/4/8/the-alibi-vincent-hinarap-si-claudia-para-ipagtanggol-si-stella-episode-16-2214" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>WATCH: Vincent, hinarap si Claudia para ipagtanggol si Stella </u></strong></a></div><div><br/></div><p>Dreamscape recently dropped fresh behind-the-camera moments featuring Kim and Paulo goofing around during off-takes.  </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DV7sWJmgHxj/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1038&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A533013.7999999523%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="854" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" 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><div><br/></div><p>These listed scenes were when Stella visits Vincent’s house multiple times—cooking breakfast for him, unraveling the details on Walter&#x27;s case, and opening up about her life story in a vulnerable phase.</p><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/2026/4/8/the-alibi-stella-naluha-sa-pagbabahagi-ng-kanyang-buhay-kay-vincent-episode-16-2214" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>WATCH: The Alibi: Stella, naluha sa pagbabahagi ng kanyang buhay kay Vincent  </u></strong></a></div><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/2026/4/9/the-alibi-stella-ipinaghanda-ng-breakfast-si-vincent-episode-17-2255" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>WATCH: The Alibi: Stella, ipinaghanda ng breakfast si Vincent </u></strong></a></div><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/2026/4/9/the-alibi-vincent-hindi-pinagdudahan-ang-kanyang-tiwala-kay-stella-episode-17-2357" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>WATCH: The Alibi: Vincent, hindi pinagdudahan ang kanyang tiwala kay Stella </u></strong></a></div><div><br/></div><p>Even with the terror and the unveiling of the darkest truths in “<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/the-alibi" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u><em>The Alibi</em></u></strong></a>,” these playful KimPau tidbits send fans straight into the kilig zone, and they&#x27;re the kind of precious breaks that fuel our drive to see more of Stella and Vincent weeks from now.  </p><p>Catch more of Kim and Paulo in  “<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/the-alibi" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u><em>The Alibi: Ang Buong Katotohanan</em></u></strong></a>” weeknights at 8:45PM on ABS-CBN sa ALLTV2, A2Z, and Kapamilya Online Live (KOL) on YouTube and Facebook. Episodes drop seven days ahead on <a href="https://app.iwanttfc.com/dFR6MWHAcVb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>iWant</u></strong></a>.</p>

<p>Indulge yourself with these treats from KimPau as they share kilig BTS moments from the set of “The Alibi.”</p>

Indulge yourself with these treats from KimPau as they share kilig BTS moments from the set of “The Alibi.”