Philippine News

April 20 ------ It all started when Jeff Remigio, current head of MQuest Artists Agency and Acquisitions of TV5, mentioned to me many weeks ago that there was going to be a grand reunion of all TFC (The Filipino Channel) employees at the ABS-CBN compound. Jeff and I were workmates at ABS-CBN International, which, years later, was rebranded as ABS-CBN Global, the division of ABS-CBN Corporation that caters to our kababayans overseas. And then last month, a message came from Ne

April 20 ------ Celeste Cortesi is excited to be a first-time mom after announcing her pregnancy. Cortesi confirmed on Instagram that she is expecting her first child, sharing a silhouette of herself with a growing belly bump and ultrasound photos. “To love someone in the most selfless way,” she captioned her post. The former beauty queen received congratulatory messages from her followers in the comments, including from fellow beauty queens and celebrities such as Anntonia P

MANILA, April 19 ------ Orange and Lemons frontman Clementine describes the band’s biggest hit “Pinoy Ako,” as an important chapter in their history. “It’s part of history, and an essential part of it,” he said, recalling how the song’s popularity, especially after being used in Pinoy Big Brother, catapulted the group from Bulacan into sudden fame and fortune. The success, however, came with challenges. Clementine admitted that the band struggled to cope with the pressures of

April 19 ------ Derrick Monasterio will take on the theater stage as Ibarra in the upcoming musical “Ibarra… Ngayon,” a role that brings him back to his first love. “The first time na in-offer nila sa’kin ang role, ang naisip ko is baka mag-clash siya sa ‘Apoy Sa Dugo’,” Monasterio said, referring to his Kapuso afternoon drama. “I don’t wanna compromise the play kasi may iba akong ginagawa. Ang ganda ng role, masyado. Hindi ko maitatanggi. Ita-try ko na lang i-balance and mag

April 18 ------ Prime Video is deepening its investment in Filipino storytelling, unveiling seven original series that bring together top stars, major studios, and a wide range of genres, from crime and romance to political thrillers and family drama. The announcement, made during the platform’s first local slate presentation dubbed “Prime Video Presents: Philippines,” highlights collaborations with ABS-CBN and GMA Network, marking an industry partnership aimed at delivering

April 18 ------ Not everyone is meant to be liked and Isa Briones is owning that complexity in her latest onscreen role. After being “girl next door” in the past, the Filipino-American actress has been playing a more layered and polarizing figure in Dr. Trinity Santos on HBO Max’s megahit medical series “The Pitt.” “I like that she didn’t need to be liked,” she told The STAR in an exclusive Zoom interview ahead of the Season 2 finale yesterday. “I appreciated her being really

April 17 ------ Six months after the death of his youngest daughter, Emman, Kim Atienza is still grieving, though he discovered that it led him to a greater purpose of helping the youth navigate their struggles with mental health. “I guess they see me as a safe space. It is an honor, but also a big responsibility,” Atienza said in a group interview after renewing his partnership with Sante Barley. Up to this day, the TV host continues to receive messages from people who strug

April 17 ------ Marian Rivera is leading a new initiative aimed at improving access to oral healthcare for children from underserved communities. Rivera led the launch of Project Smile in San Juan. The initiative is a collaboration between the actress, Smile Train Philippines, and the Center for Advanced Dentistry (CAD), which provides free dental consultations, cleanings, and restorative services to children in need. During the launch, 15 children received oral treatment fro

April 17 ------ GMA Pictures and Mentorque Productions rolled out the black carpet for the premiere of their Gen Z horror film Huwag Kang Titingin, held ahead of its nationwide cinema release. The event gathered the film’s young cast and key creatives, offering a first look at the project that blends contemporary internet culture with Filipino folklore. Leading the attendees were Sofia Pablo and Allen Ansay, joined by co-stars Charlie Fleming, Michael Sager, Josh Ford, Anthon

MANILA, April 17 ------ Actors Coco Martin and Julia Montes expressed support for ABS-CBN, saying the network would "rise again" despite the challenges it faced. In a joint statement released on social media on late Wednesday through CMM Film Productions, the real-life partners said that while ABS-CBN faced challenges in its financial stability, it had "remained steadfast in our commitment to serve the Filipino people while continuously working toward recovery and rebuilding.

April 16 ------ Five years since its debut, Japanese boy group BE:FIRST is leaning more firmly into its identity with the release of its latest single, “BE: FIRST ALL DAY,” a track the group says reflects its growth while signaling a bigger push onto the global stage, including its first visit to the Philippines. Formed in 2021 through the reality competition show “The First,” BE:FIRST has steadily built a following beyond Japan as part of a new wave of J-pop acts reaching in

April 16 ------ Miss Philippines-Earth 2017 Karen Ibasco revealed she’s one of the personality development mentors of BINI, as she celebrated the P-pop girl group’s recent milestones, including their Coachella debut. The former beauty queen looked back at one of the moments she shared with the group, through her Instagram page on Monday, April 13. Aside from BINI, Ibasco was also posing with several former Star Hunt trainees, including BGYO members, who trained with the octet

April 16 ------ Kathryn Bernardo has returned to Bhutan 14 years after filming scenes for her hit teleserye “Princess and I.” Bernardo recently shared glimpses of her trip, where she went on hiking activities and sightseeing, marking a full-circle moment tied to one of her most iconic roles. “This trend again… but make it Bhutan edition,” the actress simply captioned the post. In the comments section, celebrity friends and netizens referenced Bernardo’s role in “Princess and

MANILA, Philippines, April 16 ------ Kapuso star Marian Rivera will revive her acting chops after two years for the upcoming Prime Video series "Behind Closed Doors." The project was unveiled during the Prime Video Present: Philippines event last April 14 in Makati, where the streaming platform unveiled its upcoming slate of local content. Marian represented the developing show alongside GMA Network director Dominic Zapata, whom Marian previously worked with on "Darna," "My B

MANILA, Philippines, April 15 ------ P-pop sensation BINI continues to break barriers on the global stage after ranking among the most-viewed performers on Coachella’s official Instagram page alongside Justin Bieber and KATSEYE. The “Nation’s Girl Group” made history on April 11 as the first Filipino act to perform at the US-based international music festival. The eight-member group delivered an electrifying 40-minute set, which included crowd favorites Karera, Salamin, Salam

April 15 ------ Pageant fans in the Philippines have a shot at flying to Thailand for free to witness first-hand the unfolding of the first edition of the groundbreaking international pageant MGI All Stars. All they have to do is film themselves like a Miss Grand International participant to get the chance to win an all-expenses-paid trip to “The Land of Smiles” next month. MGI All Stars is an unprecedented international competition that will gather women who have already com

April 15 ------ Working with Sharon Cuneta is a dream come true for Barbie Forteza. On Instagram, the Kapuso Primetime Princess shared a photo of herself with the Megastar during Prime Video's launching event. Barbie and Sharon are set to star in the Prime Video original series, "Honor Thy Mother," alongside John Estrada and Khalil Ramos. "She was the reason why I wanted to become an actress. Dreams do come true. Beyond excited to work with you, po, Ms. Sharon Cuneta," Barbie

April 15 ------ SB19 did a fun TikTok with December 10, the new boy band formed by Simon Cowell. P-pop Kings posted a video of them singing their newest song "Memories" with the members of December 10. "Guess who is singing," the caption read. "Memories" is among the songs included in SB19's new album "Wakas at Simula," which they released on March 27. It also includes the tracks from the group's EP trilogy, "Pagsibol," "Pagtatag," and "Simula at Wakas." The group is set to h

April 14 ------ BINI’s Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival journey is proving to be as much a fashion triumph as it is a musical milestone. Fresh from their historic debut at the festival, the Nation’s Girl Group has been recognized by Vogue in its article “The Best Celebrity Coachella Outfits of 2026 So Far,” highlighting not only their global stage presence but also their compelling visual storytelling through fashion. In the initial list curated by Vogue Senior Fashion

MANILA, Philippines, April 14 ------ More cast members are announced for the upcoming Manila run of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," including multi-talented artist Karylle Tatlonghari-Yuzon. The musical, making its Philippine debut, is based on the popular book by Roald Dahl, where young Charlie Bucket wins one of five golden tickets guaranteeing him entry to the mysterious Willy Wonka's chocolate factory. The magical and whimsical factory has everything from chocolate