For the past several weeks, the popular culture trend on Philippine social media has been sharing videos and memes of an individual named Dante Gulapa dancing erotically in his underwear – and exposing the various tattoos on his body. Since these videos went viral, Dante Gulapa has become a household name everyone knows.
When Gulapa’s viral video first created a buzz online, many Filipinos did not seem to be immune to his crazy dance moves; even celebrities can’t help but try dancing to his unique steps. In fact, today he already has his own fandom called, ‘Gulapanatics’. And his popularity landed him several television appearances including a feature in one of the most popular magazine shows in the country.
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There, he narrated how although he displays his quirky and fun side the internet, he actually experienced many hardships in life like many Filipinos. After knowing this, numerous Gulapanatics were inspired upon knowing the viral sensation’s back story.
https://twitter.com/yanaventurina/status/1101427937633394688
Gulapanatics often described Dante Gulapa as a soft-hearted guy and to prove it, here is a Twitter thread that’s been trending online. It describes a pleasant encounter a Gulapanatic experienced while hanging out with Dante Gulapa.
Prepare your tissues ‘cause you’re in for an emotional ride!
https://twitter.com/julyoneclincher/status/1104438858681184256
https://twitter.com/julyoneclincher/status/1104441124423254016
https://twitter.com/julyoneclincher/status/1104444552184651776
https://twitter.com/julyoneclincher/status/1104444929307099139
https://twitter.com/julyoneclincher/status/1104447896638746624
Upon reading this twitter thread, many netizens were quick to give their reactions.
https://twitter.com/demigodchemist/status/1104643568394616832
https://twitter.com/ElKagawad/status/1104624420419657728
https://twitter.com/theaarante/status/1104743747877625856
Same girl, same.
https://twitter.com/marielvctrn/status/1104793053376593920
When asked why Twitter user @julyoneclincher decided to tweet about Dante Gulapa, he stated, “It was really just an appreciation post. I had no other intentions but to tell people about Sir Dante’s genuine personality.”
“I had a wonderful encounter with him and I didn’t expect him to be that humble and pure. I think he deserves to be known for who he truly is behind social media,” he added.
Many netizens have also supported this story by sharing their various pleasant encounters with Dante Gulapa. With many online users sharing the same sentiments about Dante Gulapa, it’s not that shocking why many Filipinos are hooked on to his charm. Seriously who wouldn’t wanna stan this precious individual? /FM
InqPOP! Creator Community/ John Marwin Elao
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