Entertainment News

November 9 ------ The 13th QCinema International Film Festival shines a spotlight on Quezon City’s ongoing commitment to remain the heart of Philippine cinema. Running from November 14 to 23, this year’s edition features an expansive lineup of over 80 films from around the world, further cementing the city’s role at the forefront of the country’s creative and film industries. Mayor Joy Belmonte said QCinema continues to serve as “a platform for participative celebration of na

November 9 ------ Miss Universe Asia 2024 Chelsea Manalo traveled to Kalinga and got the signature three-dot tattoo from Apo Whang-Od, which she described as a “piece of history.” The beauty queen visited the renowned mambabatok along with her rumored boyfriend Cole Micek and a few other companions, as seen on her Instagram page. Manalo showed off the tattoo inked on her side rib, also giving a glimpse of the tattooing process, called “batok,” which is a traditional Kalinga e

November 8 ------ ABS-CBN has announced it will postpone the launch of its 2025 Christmas Station ID following the devastation caused by Typhoon Tino in Cebu and nearby provinces. In a statement, the network said it decided to move the launch “to a later date” out of respect for those affected by the recent calamities. “Every year, ABS-CBN ushers in the holiday season with our joyful Christmas ID that brings families, friends, and communities together. In light of the recent

November 8 ------ Maki doesn’t just perform. He gives back to his fans (whom he lovingly calls Zushis) and fellow Filipinos in different parts of the world through his performances — and he’s very passionate about doing so. “Marami kasing Filipinos sa ibang bansa that I really want to interact with,” he explained to reporters in a recent interview when asked why he finds joy in performing in different locations. “Not only napo-promote ang music ko internally, but I also get t

November 7 ------ It’s been more than a year since Myrna Esguerra was crowned as the Philippines’ representative for Miss International 2025. Now, she’s all set for the pageant’s coronation night, carrying with her reflections on patience and a firm resolve to strengthen a cause. For the 24-year-old beauty queen from Abra, the months she spent waiting were far from idle. To her, it was not merely a period of preparation, but an opportunity to immerse herself in the country’s

November 7 ------ Now in its 15th year, The Outstanding Filipino Awards (TOFA), a US-based award-giving body founded in 2010 by Filipino journalist and community leader Elton Lugay, recognizes achievements in various fields worldwide, including public service, education, sports, fashion, pageantry, science, and entertainment. Among Kris’ co-awardees were boxing champ Nonito Donaire, globally acclaimed actress Dolly de Leon, Queen of Soul Jaya, singer-actress Rachel Alejandro,

November 7 ------ The Miss Universe Philippines Organization (MUPH) has called on pageant fans and supporters to shift their focus toward celebrating the delegates of Miss Universe 2025, following the walkout incident at a pre-pageant event in Thailand. “We invite all pageant fans and supporters to focus on celebrating the Miss Universe 2025 delegates,” the organization said in a statement. “While recent incidents have stirred strong emotions, responding with negativity or ca

MANILA, Philippines, November 7 ------ Two years after first teaming up on Prime Video’s infidelity-themed drama “Linlang,” Paulo Avelino and Kim Chiu return to the streaming platform with the ABS-CBN Dreamscape-produced mystery-thriller “The Alibi,” which starts streaming today. In between those two projects, KimPau — as their onscreen pairing is now called — did romantic comedies: the “What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim” Pinoy adaptation and the “My Love Will Make You Disappea