Actor and TV host Anjo Yllana has described the P3.5 million penalty imposed on him by the court as far too severe, following the loss of a civil defamation complaint filed by TVJ Productions.
Yllana speaks out on penalty
In Ogie Diaz's vlog, Yllana said, “Honestly, I think the P3.5 million penalty imposed on me is very harsh.” He added, “First of all, I didn’t kill anyone. I didn’t rape anyone. I didn’t steal. I didn’t even curse.”
Yllana admitted fault and said he had already apologized last year. However, the noontime show “Eat Bulaga” still pursued the case against him.
Surprise at quick court decision
He expressed surprise that the court issued a decision in just six months. According to Yllana, the P3.5 million in damages is unreasonable for remarks he admitted were inappropriate. “I accept that I’m guilty. I accept that I hurt you and I’m guilty. I’m sorry. But the punishment is something I just can’t accept.”
Appeal plans
Yllana said he plans to appeal the decision before the Court of Appeals and, if necessary, elevate the case to the Supreme Court.
