MANILA – Tight security was imposed in the set of “Wapakman” in an apparent effort to keep the media and crowd at bay.

Solar Films’ “Wapakman” features People’s Champ Manny Pacquiao and Krista Ranillo, who are rumored to be having an illicit affair.

"I cannot afford to have an incident. Malaking lugar 'yan, kaya maraming crowd... to protect not only her, but other members of the cast as well,” film producer Wilson Tieng explained.

Both Pacquiao, who plays the lead star in the movie, and the camp of Ranillo, the villainess in the film, have categorically denied the rumors. Ranillo’s manager, Arnold Vegafria, also dismissed reports that his ward is pregnant.

Ranillo has slipped quietly back into the country last week.

Reports said she left the Ninoy Aquino International Airport through the VIP exit to avoid the hordes of press who were waiting at the airport. Tieng said he did not make this arrangement.

The shooting for “Wapakman” has been delayed because of the controversy. The filming resumed immediately after Ranillo flew back to the country.

Since her return, the entertainment press has been in the hunt for the sexy actress to finally get her side of the story.

When asked if Pacquiao’s wife, Jinkee, ever visited the set, Tieng said: “Nandoon naman ako ng hapon tapos bumalik ako ng gabi, wala naman si kumareng Jinkee.”

Meanwhile, reports said tight security will also be implemented in the set of ABS-CBN's "Tiyagong Bayawak," Ranillo’s upcoming television series. -Report from Mario Dumaual, ABS-CBN News