Melai Cantiveros channels classic calendar girl in hilarious birthday shoot

TV host Melai Cantiveros once again brought joy to her followers and netizens with a hilarious and creative social media post in celebration of her birthday.

Melai, known for her natural wit and humor, marked her 37th birthday on 6 April with a playful and nostalgic photoshoot inspired by classic rum calendar posters — a popular style often seen in Filipino homes during the ’80s and ’90s.

The comedienne and television personality shared the vibrant snapshots on her Instagram page, instantly delighting fans and drawing laughs from social media users.

In the photos, Melai is seen fully embracing the theme, holding a glass of tuba — a traditional Filipino coconut wine — while striking over-the-top, calendar-girl poses in a tropical-inspired setting. The shoot perfectly captured her signature blend of humor and authenticity, earning praise from followers and fellow celebrities alike.

In her caption, Melai jokingly wrote:

"Akala niyo @bernardokath and @ivanaalawi kayo lang magaling sa ganitong posing???? Tama ang akala niyo—kayo lang talaga, kasi ang pangit ng kalabasan ko dito hahahaha 🥴🤣 This is my Birthday Bash Post—totoong bash talaga makukuha ko dito! 🤣👍 Pero shoutout sa mga Kuantie at mga Momshie na ready na ang tuba at bahalina sa birthday, may kasamang chismisan pa 💋👍 The best! 😎🫰 Happy Bday to me! #AprilFoolsBdayToMe 🥴😆 #TubaChronicles

Thank you sa mga following na nabudol ko sa pictorial na ’to," she said.

Melai’s post quickly gained traction online, with fans commending her for staying true to her roots and using humor to celebrate another year of life.