Bela Padilla has made headlines by confirming her relationship with Martin Tan, a prominent tech entrepreneur and CEO. The actress shared insights into their romance during an interview with content creator Johnny K on his series 'Meet Cute with Johnny K', aired on Sunday.
A Shared Passion for Movies
He said he liked movies, and I love movies also. So I was very, very excited when he started talking about films.
Bela Padilla, Actress
Padilla revealed that she and Tan have been together for eight months, having met through a mutual friend. Their common love for cinema played a pivotal role in sparking their relationship.
- Tan appreciates Padilla's personality and beauty.
- Padilla enjoys Tan's adventurous spirit.
When asked what he admires most about Padilla, Tan praised her intelligence and humor, calling her 'funny and beautiful'. In a light-hearted exchange, Padilla teased Tan, saying, 'I’m going to pay him later.'
Padilla appreciates that Tan is open to trying various activities with her, including early morning trips to local markets. She affectionately referred to him as 'pogi' or handsome.
Tan expressed his affection through the small notes Padilla leaves for him, which he finds endearing. The couple playfully discussed whether they have exchanged 'I love you's', with Padilla teasing Tan about his nervousness.
Their romance was first brought to public attention at the June 2026 opening of a pet lifestyle clinic in Manila. Prior to dating Tan, Padilla was in a significant relationship with Swiss-Italian businessman Norman Bay, which ended in August 2025.