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PLAYTIME lit up Philippine Game Show 2025 with its signature Filipino flair, thrilling thousands of gamers, cosplayers, and pop-culture fans who flocked to SMX Convention Center Aura for an unforgettable weekend. As one of the event’s entertainment partners, PlayTime’s interactive brand booth quickly became a hotspot and crowd favorite, keeping the convention’s attendees engaged. Throughout the three-day convention, PlayTime brand ambassadors hosted fun mini-games, giving each booth visitor a chance to win instant prizes. No one was left empty-handed, as each received exclusive merch.  Adding star power to the celebration, Mister Pilipinas PlayTime and Mister Cosmopolitan 2025 1st Runner Up Kenneth Marcelino , together with PlayTime Binibini 2025 Jercy Raine Cruz , made special appearances at the PlayTime booth. The two were also invited up onto the stage to join the intermissions and give further entertainment to event attendees. Their presence boosted on-ground engagement and a...

THE excitement is already in the air as the 41st PMPC Star Awards for Movies draws near, promising a night packed with sparkle, nostalgia, and celebration. On November 30, 2025 (Sunday), the newly built Makabagong San Juan Theater (Pinaglabanan Road, San Juan) will officially welcome its very first showbiz awards event—a fitting debut for a venue designed to bring stories, artistry, and talent to life. This year’s theme, “Bagong Dekada ng Makabagong Pelikula,” sets the tone for the night. It’s a nod to the evolving landscape of Philippine cinema, and a toast to the filmmakers, performers, and creatives who continue to push boundaries. The show streams live on iWantTFC at 6:50 PM for PHP 149 and USD 2.99, making it easy for fans everywhere to join the celebration. Hosting duties fall to the ever-reliable and seasoned actress-TV host Gladys Reyes , joined by Miss Grand International 2024 CJ Opiaza and the charming singer-actor Marlo Motel . The festivities begin early as nominees and sp...

ONE of the most iconic homes in Filipino pop culture gets its biggest upgrade since debuting on television 20 years ago – courtesy of leading digital services provider PLDT Home Life . Famed for its bright yellow and blue facade, the Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) House on Eugenio Lopez Drive in Quezon City is easily among the most recognizable locations in local entertainment since the reality show first broadcast its Philippine franchise in 2005. It’s the set that has featured the talents and launched the showbiz careers of various Filipinos from different ages and walks of life. But more importantly, season per season, Bahay ni Kuya stood as the stage that has shown these stories and journeys of self-discovery, family, friendship, conflict, and success – inspiring millions of audiences across generations tuned in from home. A first in the PBB franchise and just in time for the recently piloted PBB: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0, PLDT Home Life transforms Bahay ni Kuya into the ultimate sh...

ni GLEN P. SIBONGA MASAYANG-MASAYA ang mga bida ng " Jackstone 5 " na sina Eric Quizon, Arnell Ignacio, Jim Pebanco, at Joel Lamangan dahil maraming nanood sa premiere night noong November 25 sa Trinoma Cinema 6 ang naka-appreciate sa pelikula nila base na rin sa mga magagandang feedback at mga papuring natanggap nila. Ayon nga kay Direk Joel, na siya ring nagdirek ng movie, "Masaya ako na masaya ang mga tao. Habang tumatawa sila, tumatawa rin kami. At least naging successful yung pagpapatawang nais naming gawin." "Well, una kasi talaga as an actor nakakakaba o nakakatakot na yung ginawa mo ay hindi ma-appreciate ng mga tao. So, nagpapasalamat ako at na-appreciate niyo siya," ani Eric. "Kanina nga kahit ako natatawa sa mga ginagawa namin. Kasi ngayon ko lang din napanood nang buo yung pelikula." Dagdag pa niya, "So, syempre congratulations kay Direk (Joel) kasi ang ganda ng pagkaka-edit. There's no lull moment. Nakita niyo naman yung ra...

SPOTIFY Tatak Pinoy Live on TV5’s " Vibe " has named pop-alternative rock band Over October as its first fan-voted headliner, bringing together streaming culture and primetime television to elevate Filipino artists onto a bigger stage. Selected through votes on the "Vibe" with Tatak Pinoy playlist, the band’s win highlights how Tatak Pinoy Live empowers fans to champion the artists they love.  The first cycle featured three nominated tracks from the Tatak Pinoy playlist on Spotify reflecting the vibrance and diversity of today’s Pinoy music scene: “Dahan” by Over October, “Sulyap” by Arthur Miguel and “BLACK N’ WHITE” by Dilaw . Over October ultimately secured the top spot and took the Tatak Pinoy Live Stage on the November 23 "Vibe" broadcast, bringing their music to a stage co-curated with Spotify and shaped by fan support. For fans, the moment was just as special. Select Octobears who voted for “Dahan” enjoyed exclusive access to the Spotify Premium F...

ni GLEN P. SIBONGA PUNO ng pagmamalaki ang mahusay na actor-director na si Eric Quizon sa kanyang pagbabalik-pelikula sa pamamagitan ng " Jackstone 5 ," na pinagbibidahan niya kasama sina Arnell Ignacio, Gardo Verzosa, Jim Pebanco at Joel Lamangan na siya ring direktor ng pelikula. Ayon kay Eric, "More than just a fun movie, may puso siya. Ito iyong klase ng pelikulang kailangan natin para ma-entertain tayo at kahit paano ay magpapagaan sa mga dinaranas natin sa bansa ngayon. It also talks about the essence of friendship." Pagkatapos ng "Pusong Mamon" at "Markova: Comfort Gay" muling magpapakitang-gilas si Eric sa pagganap sa gay role sa "Jackstone 5." Sabi ni Eric, nag-enjoy siya sa paggawa ng movie nila dahil bukod sa magagaling umarte ang mga co-star niya ay masarap pang kasama at katrabaho sina Arnel, Gardo, Jim, at Direk Joel. Kasama rin sa cast ng pelikula sina Abed Green, Marcus Madrigal, Elora Españo, Rico Barrera, Prince Cle...

ni GLEN P. SIBONGA AMINADO si Beautederm and Belle Dolls CEO Rhea Anicoche Tan na dream come true para sa kanya na makasama si Unkabogable Phenomenal Superstar Vice Ganda at real-life partner nitong si Ion Perez sa Beautederm at Belle Dolls family. Ayon kay Ms. Rhea, matagal na silang nag-uusap ni Vice pero recently lang natuloy ang lahat para maging ambassador ang award-winning actor-TV host. At may bonus pa dahil nakasama pa si Ion. Sina Vice at Ion nga ang latest ambassadors at new faces ng Belle Dolls, na affiliate ng Beautederm. Naganap ang launching at contract signing nila sa Solaire North grand ballroom noong November 17. Kuwento pa ni Ms. Rhea, "Pinag-pray namin ito. Nagme-message kami, 'Ano na Achi (Vice)?' Kasi Achi ang tawagan namin. Kasi busy din siya, may mga show pa sa abroad. Tapos sabi ko, bakit paurong nang paurong. Tapos nasaktong birthday ko pa, birth month ko pa. Pag si Lord ang gumawa ng way, the Lord is always on time. Naniniwala tayo sa timing...

ni GLEN P. SIBONGA NAPANALUNAN ng bandang Ben&Ben ang isa sa Grand Awards ng 38th Awit Awards powered by VIBE nang tanghaling Album of the Year ang "The Traveller Across Dimensions" album nila sa ginanap na awards night sa Meralco Theatre noong November 16. Ayon sa Ben&Ben, experimental para sa kanila ang album na ito kaya hindi nila ine-expect na manalo. Pero labis ang pasasalamat nila sa malaking parangal na ito. May bonus pa dahil sila rin ang nagwagi sa Best Performance by a Group Recording Artist para sa awitin nilang "Triumph." Humakot naman ng awards ang dalawa sa nangungunang P-Pop groups ng bansa - ang SB19 at BINI . Hindi man nakadalo ang Kings of P-Pop na SB19, kumolekta naman sila ng 12 trophies sa panalo ng kanilang grupo pati na rin sa individual awards ng members sa kanilang solo projects. SB19 - Music Video of the Year (Kalakal with Gloc9) - Cover Art  - Rap/Hiphop Recording - Fave Collab - Global Collab (Moonlight with Terry Zhong FELIP ...

HONORING icons, rising stars, and passionate fans, the 38th Awit Awards powered by VIBE elevates OPM to new heights through innovation, access, and engagement. With 38 years of credibility and integrity, the Awit Awards stand as the country’s most prestigious recognition of musical excellence.  This year, its partnership with MQuest Ventures’ (MQV) youth-driven platform Vibe strengthens that legacy—blending tradition with modern energy to deliver a fresh, inclusive, and #LEGIT celebration of Original Pilipino Music (OPM). A collaboration between the Philippine Association of the Record Industry (PARI) and MQV, this year’s Awit Awards embodies a shared mission: to champion, elevate, and propel OPM forward. It’s a powerful fusion of tradition and innovation—uniting generations of artists and fans while keeping Filipino music vibrant and relevant. Under the direction of industry legend Johnny “Mr. M” Manahan , the 38th Awit Awards powered by Vibe celebrates the richness of Filipino...

ENTERTAINMENT icon, director, and star maker Johnny “Mr. M” Manahan has officially signed with MQuest Ventures and MQuest Artists Agency (MQAA) , marking a new creative partnership under the MediaQuest Group — one that brings together decades of industry mastery and a shared vision for developing world-class Filipino talent. In the contract signing held at the TV5 Media Center last November 6, Mr. M was joined by MediaQuest Holdings Chairman Manny V. Pangilinan (MVP) ; MediaQuest Holdings and Cignal TV, President and CEO Jane Jimenez-Basas ; Cignal TV Inc. First Vice President Sienna G. Olaso ; and MQAA Head Jeffrey Remigio .  “This partnership feels like a natural fit for me,” Mr. M shared. “MQuest Ventures shares the same passion I’ve always had in discovering, developing, and celebrating great Filipino talent. I’m excited to collaborate with this incredible team and help create opportunities that inspire.” MVP expressed his full support for the collaboration, noting how Medi...

  ni GLEN P. SIBONGA IPAGBUBUNYI at pararangalan ang pinakamahuhusay sa pelikulang Pilipino sa pagdaraos ng 41st Star Awards for Movies sa Nobyembre 30, 2025 (Linggo) — isang gabi ng sining, at pagkilala sa mga natatanging ambag sa industriya ng pelikula. Gaganapin ito sa Makabagong San Juan Theater, Pinaglabanan Road, San Juan City.  Bukod sa magwawaging Movie of the Year at Indie Movie of the Year, kabilang sa pangunahing inaabangan ang mga mananalo sa Movie Actor at Actress of the Year. Magtutunggali para sa Movie Actor of the Year sina Arjo Atayde – Topakk, Seth Fedelin -- My Future You, Joshua Garcia - Un/Happy For You, Baron Geisler – Moro, Aga Muhlach -- Uninvited, Piolo Pascual -- Moro, Alden Richards -- Hello Love Again, at Dennis Trillo – Green Bones. Maglalaban naman para sa Movie Actress of the Year sina Kathryn Bernardo -- Hello Love Again, Shamaine Buencamino -- Pushcart Tales, Rebecca Chuaunsu -- Her Locket, Lovi Poe -- Guilty Pleasure, Sue Prado -...