10 hugot lines from Pinoy movies in the 2020s
Kathryn Bernardo, Barbie Forteza, and Janine Gutierrez (left to right) delivered some of the most memorable movie pulled lines in 2020s.Filipino movies are known for their emotionally-charged dialogues filled with what is popularly known as “hugot lines,” or relatable statements that capture the pain of love, heartbreak, and moving on.
A lot of them have made a lasting impact on Filipino pop culture, resonating with audiences who have loved and lost.
See if you can relate to these ten unforgettable hugot lines from Pinoy movies in 2020s:
FOR THE SUDDENLY, Pity
“I’m the only one carrying the burden. I’m the only one fighting. So I’m falling, I’m exhausted.”
– Julia Barretto as Zy (UnHappy For You, 2024)
This line from Zy in UnHappy For You conveys deep emotional exhaustion and heartbreak.
She expresses the overwhelming burden of carrying the relationship alone and feeling like the only one fighting to keep it together.
FOR THE FRAGGED
“I said I wouldn’t be weak, but you’re here again and I’m here again.”
– Kathryn Bernardo as Marie (Hello, Love, Again, 2024)
Marie delivers this line that captures the emotional turmoil of someone struggling with unresolved feelings for a past love.
It reflects her internal conflict, as she once vowed to stay strong and not fall back into old patterns, yet finds herself drawn in again by the presence of the same person.
FOR FOOLS IN LOVE
“Do you think he’ll come back? Because I’ll change everything he doesn’t want… he’ll just come back.”
– Barbie Imperial as Lizzy (I Love Lizzy, 2023)
This line from the film I Love Lizzy captures Lizzy’s deep longing and desperation for someone she loves.
When she utters this line, it reflects her willingness to change everything about herself just to win back the person who left.
It conveys themes of heartbreak, self-doubt, and the painful reality of unreciprocated love.
Also, her line highlights how love can sometimes push people to compromise their principles in the hopes of rekindling a lost relationship.
FOR PEOPLE AFRAID OF BEING SINGLE FOR LIFE
“What if I let go, then I can’t really find anyone. What if there’s no one left for me?”
– Barbie Forteza as Mila (That Kind of Love, 2024)
Barbie Forteza’s character Mila captures a deeply emotional moment of vulnerability and fear.
She is struggling with the idea of letting go, torn between holding on to something uncertain or facing the possibility of never finding love again.
FOR THOSE WHO ARE NOT SURE
“Love me only when we’re happy. Because you want a perfect love that doesn’t exist.”
– Donny Pangilinan as Manny (An Inconvenient Love, 2022)
Such a sad realization about the conditional love of Manny’s partner (Belle Mariano as Ayef), who is only present during moments of happiness.
His words highlight the unrealistic expectation of a flawless relationship, and that true love embraces both the highs and lows.
FOR THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN CHEATED
“When the day comes that you find a new love, I won’t stop you. Just take care of yourself. Whoever you find, I hope they take care of you like I take care of you. You only have one heart. Don’t let it be destroyed.”
– Piolo Pascual as TJ (My Amanda, 2021)
Is there a guy like TJ in My Amanda?
Instead of holding Amanda (Alessandra De Rossi) back, he chooses to support her happiness, emphasizing the importance of protecting her heart.
TJ’s words convey both tenderness and a quiet pain—an unspoken love that prioritizes her over his own feelings.
FOR THOSE WHO ARE IN LOVE BUT NOT STANDING
“You know, Tino, I was happy before, when you weren’t around. I was focused on my career, I’m going out with friends… but you came along. You messed up my life. You messed up my system. But that’s okay, because I love you. You trained me to be with you all the time, and then suddenly you’re gone too.”
– Heaven Peralejo as Aica (Men are from QC, Women are from Alabang, 2024)
This line captures the emotional turmoil of love and loss.
In this moment, Aica reflects on how her life was stable and fulfilling before Tino (Marco Gallo) entered the picture.
However, Tino’s arrival disrupted her world, making her fall deeply in love and accustomed to his presence.
The sudden realization that he will leave shakes her to the core, highlighting the painful contrast between the comfort of having someone and the heartbreak of losing them.
FOR THOSE WHO WERE MEETED BUT NOT DESTINED
“Ellis, God didn’t bring us together, not because we weren’t meant for each other. God didn’t bring us together, not because we weren’t worthy. But He knew I was going to hurt you.”
– Bela Padilla as Astrud (Wish You Were The One, 2023)
Astrud’s line encapsulates the bittersweet nature of love—where two people may deeply care for each other, yet circumstances keep them apart.
It suggests that love is not just about destiny or worthiness, but also about timing, self-awareness, and the pain that one can unintentionally inflict on another.
FOR THOSE WHO ARE READY TO TAKE RISK
– Janine Gutierrez as AM (Ngayon Kaya, 2022)
This line shows the extent a woman can do in the name of love.
AM encourages seizing the moment, emphasizing that trying and failing is better than never trying at all.
The line highlights the weight of “What if?”—the haunting question that lingers when opportunities are left unexplored.
FOR THOSE WHO ARE AFRAID OF ABANDONMENT AND HURT
“When you’re gone, you’re gone. It’s better to leave first before you’re left on the air.”
– Julia Barretto as Jas (Ikaw Pa Rin ang Pipiliin Ko, 2024)
This line is about self-preservation and emotional resilience, and it also shows fear of abandonment and unwillingness to experience the pain of being discarded.
Jas’s statement carries a mix of pragmatism and sadness.
Having been hurt before, she would rather take control of the situation than wait for someone to walk away from her
These unforgettable hugot lines from Pinoy movies perfectly capture the highs and lows of love, heartbreak, and self-worth.
Have you ever found yourself saying the same in real life?
