Philippine News

April 7 ------ Several Kapuso stars won big at the sixth Tag Victorious Awards Chicago, organized by Tag Media Group. Dingdong Dantes was named the Tag Best Actor, Film, Gold Champion for "Only We Know." Will Ashley was named Tag Best Supporting Actor, Film, Gold Champion for "Bar Boys: After School." Tom Rodriguez was then named Tag Best Supporting Actor, Film, Silver Champion for "Unmarry." Rochelle Pangilinan was awarded Tag Best Supporting Actress, Film, Bronze Champion f

April 7 ------ Joy Barcoma is bringing her wit and hilarious banter to “Unang Hirit!” The Miss Earth Philippines 2025 is the newest addition to the “Unang Hirit” family after being announced as the show’s newest host-mate. “What a joyful morning, mga Kapuso, lalo na’t kasama ko ngayon ang pinakabago nating ‘UH’ housemate at ang nag-iisa ‘Jusa’ Joy Barcoma!” host Suzie Entrata-Abrera said as she introduced Joy to the show. Joy finished in the Top 8 of Miss Earth 2025. Natalie

April 7 ------ Ahtisa Manalo is set to make her acting debut! The beauty queen will be appearing in "Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre" as Bathalumang Haliya, the humble yet powerful goddess of the moons. GMA Network shared the character's look of a white gown and silver headpiece with a moon on it. She joins the ranks of the deities in Encantadia, which includes Solenn Heussaff (Bathalumang Cassiopeia), Janice Hung (Bathalumang Ether), Kiel Rodriguez (Bathalang Keros), and Bat

MANILA, Philippines, April 7 ------ Taiwanese pop group F4 is bringing its long-awaited comeback tour to the Philippines this year, with three of its original members, Jerry Yan, Vic Chou, and Vanness Wu, confirmed to perform in Manila as part of their “F4EVER 1st World Tour." Taiwan-based label B’in Music confirmed that Manila is among the scheduled stops, alongside cities including Chongqing, Jakarta, Bangkok, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. Exact dates and venue details for th

MANILA, Philippines, April 6 ------ Dennis Trillo and Jennylyn Mercado, together with their 17-year-old son Alex Jazz, hosted a family day for the autism community, making sure it was a “safe and welcoming space” for families like theirs. The Kapuso power couple’s first “DenJen Family Day,” held on March 28 at Marquis Events Place in Taguig, brought together around 50 children on the autism spectrum and their parents or guardians for a morning of games, food, and bonding ac

April 6 ------ The cast members of "Los Salvajes Bravos," an upcoming historical film directed by Paolo Dy, are flying to Spain to shoot more scenes. According to a press release from producer Jesuit Communications, stars Romnick Sarmenta, Ruru Madrid, Michael de Mesa, Christian Vazquez, Arnold Reyes, Michael Roy Jornales, Jojit Lorenzo, Paolo O'Hara, Elora Españo, JM Salvado, Miguel Vasquez, DM Boongaling, Aya Sarmiento, Kenshin Lagutan, Roven Alejandro, and Andreas Muñoz

April 6 ------ Several years since their on-screen partnership began, Belle Mariano opened up about how her relationship with Donny Pangilinan has evolved both on and off screen. In an interview with ABS-CBN News podcast Oh My Gan!, the Kapamilya star expressed how her relationship with Donny became closer and deeper throughout the years. “I would say he is a person I can call whenever I'm feeling down. Talagang, he is a blessing, not just to me but also to our supporters,”

MANILA, April 6 ------ A Filipina singer advanced to the next round of "Britain’s Got Talent" after earning four yeses from the judges for her audition. Kristel Herrera, a 32-year-old from Sampaloc, Manila, now based in Halifax, West Yorkshire, performed “Run to You’ by Whitney Houston. Herrera previously joined Tawag ng Tanghalan on "It’s Showtime" during the COVID-19 pandemic. She also made headlines when her partner, Joshua Mumby, proposed to her live on the program. The

MANILA, April 5 ------ OPM singer-songwriter Yeng Constantino is marking her 20th year in the music industry with a major concert this August at the Araneta Coliseum in Cubao, Quezon City. On social media, Constantino announced that her anniversary concert, billed as "Biyaheng Bente," is happening on August 28. It will be directed by John Prats. "20 years… at nandito pa rin tayo, magkakasama. Sa bawat kantang niyakap ninyo sa lungkot at saya, sa bawat liriko na ginawa ninyong

April 5 ------ Kapamilya star Belle Mariano started her career as one of the promising young actresses known for her charm and acting skills at an early stage. Now that she has become one of the brightest names in the industry, Belle spoke about adulting and the pressure that comes with life and career choices. In the debut episode of ABS-CBN News, Oh My Gan! by reporter Ganiel Krishnan, Belle shared her insights on her journey to adulthood. “Scary ang adulting kasi feeling k

MANILA, Philippines, April 4 ------ The Philippines is set to take part in the first Eurovision Song Contest held in the Asian continent, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), global entertainment company Voxovation, and S2O Productions announced. According to the Contest website, ABS-CBN will be the network in charge of selecting the country’s entrant in the upcoming contest, which will be held in Thailand in November. The network, however, is yet to make an announcement, a

MANILA, Philippines, April 4 ------ Kapuso star Heart Evangelista soars up the international fashion scene as she charmed the world with her chicest style during the Paris and Milan fashion weeks, but she never forgets to put on her artist hat. Everyone already knows she’s a painter and actress, in addition to being a skilled social media content creator and entrepreneur. Now, Heart is expanding her talents into designing and creating jewelry. In her Instagram account, Heart

April 3 ------ Ruru Madrid and Bianca Umali were recognized as ambassadors for Filipino martial arts (FMA) for film and TV. According to Aubrey Carampel's report on "24 Oras Weekend," the couple attended the Katipunan ng mga Bagani event, a gathering of FMA practitioners, where they received the honors. Ruru demonstrated panuntukan, which he is focusing on for his future projects. "I started with, 'yun nga, mga baston, arnis, but eventually ngayon, kahit empty hands, meaning

April 3 ------ As the original “Pinoy Big Brother” house prepares to shut its doors for good, the Kapuso housemates of “Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0” said they are stepping back into the outside world with mixed emotions after their historic stay inside the iconic Quezon City address. The housemates said the weight of their experience as the final batch to enter the original house only fully sank in after learning that a new “PBB” house is already being planned and built to g

April 2 ------ Filipino viewers can expect a mix of faith-based programming and inspirational films on free TV this Holy Week as networks are set to roll out special schedules led by the Tagalog-dubbed airing of “Conclave.” On ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Channel, the papal drama “Conclave” headlines the Good Friday lineup. Fans of the feature took to X to celebrate the upcoming airing of the award-winning film, which centers on the secretive process of electing a new pope. The channe

April 2 ------ HIGH-energy action meets real-life chemistry in “Blood vs Duty,” as Richard Gutierrez teams up with Gerald Anderson for the first time and stars opposite his girlfriend, Barbie Imperial, in ABS-CBN’s latest primetime series. The new action-drama, which premieres April 6 across ABS-CBN platforms after early streaming releases on Netflix (April 3) and iWant (April 4), brings together intersecting stories of law enforcers and community protectors caught in a crack

April 1 ------ While Barbie Forteza and Ogie Diaz will take a pause from their schedules this Holy Week, Heart Evangelista will be busy with work-related activities outside the Philippines. Many celebrities, such as Forteza and Diaz, intend to take a break from their usual routine and catch up with their families. In Evangelista’s case, even though she will be busy working, she nonetheless reminds the public to spend time with their loved ones when they’re having a break. As

April 1 ------ Yasser Marta bagged the Best Supporting Actor at the 8th Sinag Maynila Independent Film Festival. The Kapuso actor was recognized for his role in the indie film “Desperada,” directed by Louie Ignacio. “Desperada,” which also stars actress Robb Guinto, follows a deeply traumatized young woman rescued from the streets. She is brought to a shelter for the mentally ill, where—amid broken souls and painful pasts—she discovers healing and unexpected love that proves

April 1 ------ Gazini Ganados may be gearing up for an international pageant comeback soon, but for now, she has returned to the “other side” of the stage as a member of the selection committee of the 2026 Miss Universe Philippines preliminary competition. The beauty queen-turned actress was spotted in the hallways of City of Dreams Manila in Parañaque City on March 29, the day of the preliminary competition, and many suspected she was one of the judges. It turned out to be t

April 1 ------ As many Filipinos will return home to their loved ones this Holy Week, the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) reminded operators of buses and other public utility vehicles (PUVs) to screen only films with G (general patronage) and PG (parental guidance) ratings. MTRCB issued a memorandum, dated March 24, reminding operators of their need to comply. “The Board reminds all common carrier operators that only motion pictures and/or trailer