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March 3 ------ It was laughter, tears, and heartfelt gratitude on the first day of the Philippines–Japan Film Festival as Vice Ganda and Jun Robles Lana met audiences following the screening of "Call Me Mother" and "About Us But Not About Us." For Vice Ganda, the moment marked a milestone. “It was actually a wonderful experience. First time kong um-atend ng film festival abroad,” Vice said, visibly thrilled. “Ganap na ganap ako.” Although her previous film "Praybeyt Benjamin"

March 3 ------ We stan a strong independent queen! Caprice Cayetano is choosing to focus on herself despite her popular and trending ships on “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0.” On “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda” on Monday, the Kapuso Big Winner said, “Gusto ko pong mag-focus sa sarili ko pong career.” Caprice shared that her parents always advise her to enjoy her teenage years, “kasi ‘yun po ‘yung hindi nila na-enjoy before. So lagi po nila ‘kong binabantayan. Pin

March 3 ------ Marian Rivera is open to the possibility of performing in a dance concert, as long as she’s joined by the contestants and fellow “Dance Authorities” on “Stars on the Floor.” Rivera seemed excited about the prospect, especially since she was surrounded by Jasmine Curtis-Smith, Rocco Nacino, Paul Salas, Sugar Mercado, Chanty Videla, Alamat’s Jao, KAIA’s Sophia, 1ST ONE’s Joker, Calista’s Denise, and HORI7ON’s Jeromy. “Sandali, ‘yung age ang pinaguusapan,” she qui

March 3 ------ Jodi Sta. Maria is now enrolled in her master’s degree program. "After the setbacks and delays… it's finally happening 🥹 Officially enrolled in my MA in Psychology with Specialization in Family Life Development," she announced on her Facebook page. Expressing her gratitude, she said, "Delayed doesn’t mean denied. Thank You, Lord." Among the subjects she will be taking in her first semester for her master's degree are Family Dynamics and Mental Health, Child Ca

March 2 ------ Lella Ford and Caprice Cayetano were declared as the Kapamilya and Kapuso Big Winners at the recently concluded “Pinoy Big Brother (PBB): Collab 2.0,” the latest installment of the long-running reality show franchise. Their victory was the culmination of “Pinoy Big Brother’s” latest instalment on Saturday, Feb. 28, besting six other celebrity housemates from ABS-CBN’s Star Magic and Sparkle GMA Artist Center. Ford, daughter of actress-host Karla Estrada and you

March 2 ------ Seems like sparks are indeed brewing between Jillian Ward and Eman Bacosa Pacquiao, as the former child star was spotted watching Pacquiao’s recent boxing match in Bohol with his mother. Photos of Jillian sitting beside Eman’s mother, Joanna Bacosa, in the audience area of the rising boxer’s Kumong Bol-Anon 24 match at the Bohol Cultural Center in Tagbilaran, were shared by Sparkle GMA on Saturday, Feb. 28. “A SWEET SURPRISE FOR OUR CHAMP! Sparkle star Jillian

March 2 ------ Anne Curtis gave followers a glimpse of a tense travel moment after he flight bound for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was forced to return to Italy due to continuing conflict and airstrikes in the Middle East. In a series of Instagram Stories, the "It's Showtime" host shared a photo of her view from inside a plane, saying she was en route to Dubai in the UAE to reunite with her family. “Was on my way to meet my little fam in Dubai when I noticed a high-speed j

March 2 ------ KZ Tandingan announced that she is now an independent artist. On her Instagram page, the singer made the revelation following her recent concert with her husband, singer TJ Monterde, titled In Between at the Big Dome. "Thank you to everyone who became part of the historic four-night concert series at the Araneta Coliseum for In Between. That experience will always be one of the biggest milestones of my life. It was loud and historic and overwhelming in the bes

March 1 ------ The SexBomb Girls are taking their “Get Get Aw” concert outside Luzon for the first time, with a regional stop set in Tacloban City! On Instagram, Rochelle Pangilinan announced that their first regional show will happen in Visayas.“From Manila… ngayon lalabas na ng Luzon. Our first regional Get Get Aww Concert Tour is happening in Tacloban! Tacloban, ihanda ang boots at balakang — dahil dadalhin namin ang buong showdown sa inyo,” she wrote in the caption. “Mga

March 1 ------ Family Feud four-ever! Four-ever ang tawa, four-ever ang saya! GMA Network’s well-loved game show Family Feud marks its 4th anniversary with a month-long, powerhouse celebration beginning March 2. Hosted by Kapuso Primetime King Dingdong Dantes, Family Feud welcomes some of the brightest stars in the industry of television, content creation, arts and athletes, and more for its anniversary special. The hosts of the noontime show It’s Showtime are going back to t

February 28 ------ Rob Deniel’s love for music started when he and his friends used to join battle-of-the-bands competitions. After the COVID-19 pandemic made him shift into songwriting, it turned out to be the path that would lead him to headline his first solo concert. Deniel is gearing up for his first solo concert, “The Rob Deniel” show, later this evening at the Araneta Coliseum. The show is a culmination of his growing success in the music scene and of his status as one

MANILA, February 28 ------ There are no roles to play this time for Elijah Canlas. The actor-musician steps into his own spotlight with the release of his debut album “South II” marking a deeply personal chapter beyond the characters that made him known on screen. In a social media post, Canlas thanked his collaborators for helping him. "No characters portrayed here. I often consume artists’ music through albums more than playlists. Can’t believe I’m about to drop my very own

February 27 ------ While SB19’s Pablo and Ben&Ben’s Paolo Benjamin continue to inspire their fans and attract casual listeners with the music they create for their respective groups, they hope that their contributions to the industry will empower fellow creatives. “As a Filipino creator, I want Filipino creatives to be more respected, protected, and to be paid properly… When you get shunned by people you think would help you sa industry — kaya nabuo ang Radkidz,” Pablo said i

February 27 ------ Chemistry is the easiest thing to talk about and the hardest thing to fake. You can rehearse lines, block scenes, polish a look, or even time a pause. But when two actors truly click, the camera doesn’t “capture” it — it simply bears witness. In a story about forgetting, this choice is significant: the body retains memories even as the mind begins to fade. That is the energy director Jerry Lopez Sineneng keeps returning to when talking about Carlo Aquino an

February 27 ------ Actress Rita Daniela may have left GMA Network, but said she would always be grateful for the 21 years she spent as a Kapuso. She further elevated her career by signing a management contract with Viva Artists Agency (VAA). “I want to explore new opportunities. We all know that Viva has many platforms. They produce concerts, musicals, and series like Viva One. I want to try them all," said Rita when asked about her decision to leave the Kapuso Network after

February 27 ------ From Bahay ni Kuya to Bahay ni Mika! Mika Salamanca took to Instagram to share a major feat: She is now officially a homeowner and is in fact in the process of furnishing her new place. In the photos, the “PBB: Collab 1.0” Big Winner shared snaps of herself choosing from various flooring designs. “Caution: new homeowner at work,” she said in the caption. The comment section was filled with congratulatory messages, including those from her fellow former hous

MANILA, February 26 ------ Real-life couple and OPM powerhouses TJ Monterde and KZ Tandingan are set to bring their music across North America as they officially kick off their “In Between” US and Canada tour this March. During an intimate send-off dinner with family, friends, and their team, the couple reflected on the whirlwind year that was and the even bigger journey ahead. “Sobrang nakakalula,” KZ admitted, recalling how around the same time last year, they were sending

February 26 ------ Marian Rivera’s portrayal of a teacher protecting the votes of her hometown and a mother desperate to protect herself for the sake of her son in “Balota” won her the Movie Actress of the Year award at the inaugural Philippine Arts, Film, and Television Awards (PAFTA). Rivera tied for the award with Rebecca Chuaunsu at the inaugural edition of the PAFTA, held at the Centennial Hall of Manila Hotel. The awards ceremony honors actors, filmmakers, and writers e

February 26 ------ Pauline Amelinckx has carved a name for herself on the pageant stage, not only as a formidable and accomplished titleholder, but also as a prolific host as of late. But can you imagine seeing the glamorous beauty doing office stuff? Yes, it happened. “Not many know this about me, but I did have a corporate job. Yup, for about 4 years I was a Retail & Sales girlie!” the “Boholana Belgian” posted on social media. “The benefits, stability, commissions, and eve

February 26 ------ Filipina actress Liza Soberano stepped onto one of animation’s biggest nights as she served as a stage presenter at the 53rd Annie Awards, held at UCLA’s Royce Hall in Los Angeles. The ceremony honors outstanding achievements in animation across film and television, drawing top creatives from around the world. In a social media post, Soberano, who turned heads in her breathtaking couture gown, expressed her happiness to have been part of the event. Soberano