Amidst a series of rumors about their love affair, Xian Lim has finally officially confirmed his relationship with Barbie Imperial, leaving fans surprised and excited.

Over the past time, the online community has continuously speculated about the unusual closeness between Xian Lim and Barbie Imperial. The two were caught appearing together many times at private events, even having affectionate gestures that made netizens even more suspicious. However, both remained silent and did not make any statements.

However, recently, Xian Lim suddenly confirmed his relationship with Barbie Imperial in an exclusive interview. The actor frankly shared: _”We’ve been together for a while and I think it’s time to stop hiding this. Barbie is a special person and I really appreciate her.”_

### **Public reaction and the unknowns behind**

As soon as the information was revealed, fans quickly expressed their joy and congratulated the new couple in the entertainment industry. However, there were also many mixed opinions, especially when Xian Lim had just ended his long-term relationship with Kim Chiu. This raised many questions about whether there was any overlap in their relationship.

As for Barbie Imperial, the actress also did not hesitate to express her feelings for Xian Lim on her personal page, posting sweet photos with a meaningful status: _”Finally, fate has arranged for us to be together.”_

The public is also waiting for a response from Kim Chiu – who had a love affair that lasted more than a decade with Xian Lim. Currently, the actress has not spoken out about this issue, but some sources say she is focusing on her work and does not want to get involved in private scandals.

Although it has just been made public, the relationship between Xian and Barbie promises to become the focus of the media in the near future. Will the two overcome the storm of public opinion to maintain this love? Let’s wait and see what happens next in this surprising love story!

Xian Lim, Barbie Imperial hotel sighting in Davao
Netizens defend Xian, Barbie from malicious comments.

Netizens themselves responded to the joking and malicious comments on the photo of Kapuso actor Xian Lim and Kapamilya actress Barbie Imperial together.

The said picture was taken in the lobby of a hotel in Mati, Davao Oriental.

The administrator of the said hotel posted the photo yesterday, May 15, 2022, probably to promote the establishment.

The caption reads: “Thank you so much, Mr. Xian Lim & Ms. Barbie Imperial for staying at Hotel Rosario Mati [smiling, black heart emoji]”

Some netizens had funny comments on the said photo.

Others even directly criticized Kim Chiu, the girlfriend of actor-director Xian.

One said, “Are you the icing on top of my cupcake – Kim Chiu let’s have coffee” Another commented, “Xian lim ngiti nang sagot”

Another joked, using Vice President Leni Robredo’s viral birthday message to Kim, “Okay lang yan kim. I know you are in a good place now.”

According to another, using Paolo Contis’ famous line about his going to Baguio with rumored girlfriend Yen Santos:

“Hotel as a friend”

THE REAL REASON
Many netizens immediately defended Xian and Barbie.

The two were said to be just guests at an advance meeting of some politicians in Mati City on May 7, 2022.

A netizen explained, “That’s why they are together in Mati City because they are one of the celebrity guests of the candidate there. They must have stayed there while in Mati City haha”

This was accompanied by some photos as proof that Xian and Barbie went there for work.

Another netizen also echoed this: “FYI THEY WERE HERE IN MATI CITY FOR A SHOW AT MITING DE AVANCE HAYS PEOPLE LOVE GOSSIP SO MUCH”

Another commented, “hoyyy mga judgmental” with a screenshot of the tarpaulins of their guests, Xian and Barbie.

It seems that a netizen who knows about the two’s visit to their place is also complaining.

He said, “they were guesting at a Political Rally here in Mati City invited by Mayo Almario and his team, they stayed in the same hotel but in different rooms. Their resting place was prepared by the people who invited them. They were there for work. Let’s not make a decision and create an issue that isn’t there.”

When visiting the Facebook account of the said hotel, many famous celebrities have also stayed here. Among them are Darren Espanto, BoyBand PH, Tony Labrusca, Bela Padilla, and Ivana Alawi.

Xian and Barbie have not yet commented on this.