Philippine News

December 22 ------ P-Pop kings SB19 are joining the star-studded lineup of artists in the New Year's Eve countdown of Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in Taguig. BGC made the announcement on its social media pages, to the delight of its fans. "You asked for it -- we heard you! SB19 joins us for the NYE countdown to 2026!" the post read. BGC's NYE countdown will be held at 5th Avenue on December 31, starting at 7 p.m. SB19 is the last act revealed as part of the lineup, which also

December 22 ------ ABC will continue to broadcast the annual ceremony through 2028. That year will mark the 100th Oscars. But starting in 2029, YouTube will retain global rights to stream the Oscars through 2033. YouTube will effectively be the home to all things Oscars, including red-carpet coverage, the Governors Awards, and the Oscar nominations announcement. “We are thrilled to enter into a multifaceted global partnership with YouTube to be the future home of the Oscars a

December 21 ------ The revived Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP) vowed a more aggressive push to protect film workers’ rights and campaign for international recognition, as director general Paolo Villaluna stated that the agency hopes to empower the local film industry. In a launch event for the revamped FAP, Villaluna announced that the agency will be a stronger institution for film workers, guilds, and independent filmmakers, noting that its members “have worked in the

December 21 ------ Air Supply, the soft-rock duo behind some of radio’s most enduring love songs, will return to the Philippines in January 2026 as part of their 50th Anniversary World Tour. The group has scheduled shows in Pasig City, Iloilo (Jan. 11), Calamba (Jan. 24), Cagayan de Oro (Jan. 25) and Cebu (Jan. 27). The tour marks a rare milestone in pop music longevity, something the duo said they do not take lightly. Graham Russell reflected on their five decades together b

December 20 ------ There are no accidents — only grace in disguise. At least, that’s how Sylvia Sanchez-Atayde makes sense of how a long-gestating and profoundly meaningful film project came to her to produce during one of the most difficult times in her family’s life. “Kaya pala dumating sila sa buhay ko — may rason. (Maybe there’s a reason these children came into my life when they did),” Sylvia said, tearfully recalling how a group of young people with Down syndrome — the

December 20 ------ One year after translating their award-winning 2025 concept into a sold-out spectacle at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, Ben&Ben invited fans into the luminous universe of Liwanag through “The Traveller Across Dimensions: The Concert Film.” The special full-length film, created in collaboration with LunchBox Productions, premiered on YouTube on December 14, giving audiences across the globe the opportunity to relive the concert experience in full, free of charge

December 19 ------ The Metro Manila Film Festival’s (MMFF) 51st Parade of Stars will take place on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025, in Makati City, with the parade route beginning along Macapagal Boulevard and ending at Circuit Makati. The Parade of Stars marks the beginning of the film festival, which features select local films to be shown in cinemas for two weeks, beginning on Christmas Day. No foreign films will be shown in theaters on these dates. The parade traditionally features

December 19 ------ Chelsea Fernandez was a total stunner at the Miss Cosmo 2025 jury session. The Philippines’ bet walked down the runway in a light blue and silver gown with scales and waves inspired by a dragon and designed by Leo Almodal. “A vision forged in fantasy,” Chelsea said on Instagram about her look. “Sculpted in icy blue and silver, this dragon gown comes alive by Leo Almodal with hand-embroidered scales, crystal flames, and a majestic dragon crest guarding the h

December 19 ------ In the 51st Metro Manila Film Festival entry “Call Me Mother,” Vice Ganda and Nadine Lustre reunite in a comedy-drama that explores a mother or a mother figure’s unconditional love. During a media huddle, the two shared how the film redefines motherhood and expressed appreciation for mothers who embrace both its pains and joys. “This movie has explained to me that motherhood is beyond gender. It’s beyond bearing a child and giving birth to a child. Mas mala

December 19 ------ T’was an early Christmas dinner with a group of close friends, which also doubled as the advance birthday celebration of Enrico Santos — a dear friend through the years, a prolific TV and movie scriptwriter, and a man with an imagination as profound as it is boundless. What made the evening even more fun and memorable was that our dinner was catered by no less than Marvin Agustin, who first rose to fame as a teen star in the hit 1996 series “Gimik,” forming

MANILA, November 18 ------ ABS-CBN bagged a slew of awards at the 21st Gawad Tanglaw Awards, taking home honors across news, entertainment, and lifestyle categories. Kapamilya news programs and personalities were recognized. TV Patrol was named the Best News Program, and TV Patrol Express was named the Best Innovative News Program.   “Nakita niyo naman po ang ABS-CBN sa kabila ng lahat ng hamon, nandoon pa rin sa kalamidad. Nandoon sa baha, nandoon  sa lindol. Kahit lumiliit

November 18 ------ Proud to be an independent woman since she made the decision to move out to Manila to live on her own, actress Karina Bautista said she also counts being a hardworking college student as one of her proud accomplishments. The former Pinoy Big Brother housemate, who is also part of the cast of the Metro Manila Film Festival horror film entry Shake, Rattle, & Roll: Evil Origins, talked to PUSH ABS-CBN about the challenges of balancing her school and work life

MANILA, Philippines, November 18 ------ The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) announced yesterday the official shortlists in 12 categories for the 98th Academy Awards. Unfortunately, none of the Philippines’ submissions advanced to the next round. Lav Diaz’s historical epic “Magellan” failed to make the shortlist for Best International Feature Film, where 86 films from various countries and regions were eligible this year.   Set in the 16th century, “Magella

MANILA, Philippines, November 18 ------ Young actress Ashtine Olviga opened up on working with Piolo Pascual in the Metro Manila Film Festival 2025 entry "Manila's Finest."   In an interview with the media, Ashtine — who plays Piolo's daughter in the film — said she was pressured to work with established names, but the actor eased the pressure by filling her. "Si Sir Piolo sobrang bait niya po. Sobrang overwhelming yung nangyayari sa akin, yung pressure, yung kaba. Siyempre p

December 17 ------ For the past 38 years, the Aliw Awards Foundation has celebrated and honored the country’s best live performers in theater, concert stage, and live events. The ‘Entertainer of the Year’ award is the most coveted recognition and has been handed to the country’s top artists. This year, the top prize was given to Kapamilya singer Jona, who also took home the Best Pop Artist award. Maki won the Best Director for a major concert award for his recent show ‘Kolorc

December 17 ------ When Bianca de Vera found out that she would be the lead star of a film, she broke down in tears at the Star Cinema office. At the time, she initially thought that she was in trouble. It turned out that it was an answered prayer. “I have been waiting for this for a long time. We were supposed to do a project before [with Star Cinema] pero hindi pa time ni God n’un,” she said during a Star Magic spotlight press conference. “Hindi siya natuloy and for a time,

December 17 ------ KZ Tandingan and TJ Monterde surprised the team behind their “Sarili Nating Mundo” concert by gifting them P100,000 each for their hard work. During a recent intimate gathering documented on Monterde’s TikTok page, the couple gave out scratch cards to each of their staff, saying that only one of them would win P100,000 and that the rest would take home prizes ranging from P5,000 to ₱ P50,000. But to the staff’s surprise, the cards all turned out to bear P10

December 17 ------ 'Sang'gre' actors Kelvin Miranda and Angel Guardian are closing out the year, gracing the cover of Rank Magazine's special Yearender series, The Statement Issue. As a year-end review, Rank Magazine's "The Statement Issue: A Year-End Cinema Series" focuses on Philippine cinema, highlighting the individuals who played crucial roles in keeping the local movie industry alive and vibrant. In an Instagram post from the magazine last Monday, December 15, they open

December 16 ------ “The Voice Kids” has named Sofia Mallares as its grand champion. Competing against Yana Goopio of Team Bilib, Marian Ansay of JuleSquad, and Giani Sarita of Benkada, Sofia offered a powerful performance of “The Prayer” during the finale on Sunday night, to emerge as the new winner, and coach Zack Tabudlo could not be prouder. The “Pano” hitmaker took to Instagram to celebrate her win, and to share how serving as a coach on “The Voice Kids” has become a full

MANILA, Philippines, December 16 ------ Actor Sandro Muhlach declared himself a world record holder after completing a bungee jump from the top of Macau Tower, plunging 764 feet. Muhlach, son of actor Nino Muhlach, shared footage of the jump on Instagram, calling the feat a bucket-list achievement. “Officially a world record holder!” Muhlach wrote in the caption, adding that he had finally ticked it off his list. “Dropping in from the top of the world! I officially hold the w