For a day, Kapamilya actress and social media darling Ivana Alawi shed her glamorous persona to embrace the life of a construction worker. In her latest vlog, Ivana took on the challenge of mixing cement, plastering walls, and even hauling construction materials, all while sharing candid conversations, laughs, and lessons with the workers on site.

“Magiging construction worker tayo for today,” she opened, exuding both excitement and apprehension. With gloves on and tools in hand, Ivana eagerly dived into tasks, though not without a touch of humor and a few hiccups along the way.

As the day progressed, Ivana discovered just how grueling construction work could be. “Guys, parang ito ‘yung isa sa pinakamahirap na vlog,” she admitted. “Ang bigat, and nakakatakot.” Her hands and clothes were covered in cement, but her sense of humor and charm kept the mood light. From attempting to understand terms like asintada (alignment) to joking about her rough plastering skills, she won over her coworkers and viewers alike.

During a break, she sat down with the workers to share a simple meal, learning more about their lives and aspirations. One worker shared how his earnings go straight to providing for his family. “Kahit nakakapagod, masaya po… Para po sa pamilya,” he said. Ivana’s genuine interest and respect for their stories were evident, as she listened intently, occasionally nodding and asking follow-up questions.

In another poignant moment, she asked one worker if he ever felt disheartened by the job’s difficulties. His response was full of quiet pride: “Hindi po. Masaya po ako kasi natutulungan ko pamilya ko.” It was a reminder for Ivana—and her millions of viewers—of the sacrifices these individuals make daily.

Towards the end of the vlog, Ivana reflected on her experience with a mix of gratitude and newfound perspective. She acknowledged the hard work and resilience of the construction workers she spent the day with. “Kaya saludo talaga ako sa mga construction worker. Kaya ako nandito at ito ‘yung naisip kong vlog kasi alam kong may magandang istorya talaga ang mga construction worker. And they're really hardworking.”

Before leaving, Ivana handed out small tokens of appreciation to the workers, expressing her heartfelt gratitude for their patience in teaching her and for the important work they do. 

Ivana’s day as a construction worker was more than just content for her channel—it was a heartfelt tribute to the people whose labor builds the spaces we inhabit. It served as a powerful reminder of the dignity in hard work and the importance of recognizing and celebrating the unsung heroes in our society. Her vlog not only entertained but also inspired empathy, respect, and gratitude among her viewers.