Entertainment

PARAÑAQUE CITY, Philippines— Okada Manila, the Philippines’ premier Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star integrated resort, announced that it will be collaborating with Disney Philippines to bring guests an exciting suite of offerings inspired by fan-favorite Disney and Pixar characters. By combining Disney’s timeless storytelling with Okada Manila’s Forbes Five-Star hospitality, the collaboration aims to introduce new ways for families, Disney fans, …

The curtain is about to rise on another “panalo” cultural experience from Puregold—this time, one that brings the world of Filipino theater closer to both the artists who create it and the audiences who deserve to experience it. Further expanding its commitment to champion Filipino creativity and showcase these talents to more audiences, Puregold proudly announces Teatro Panalo, an inaugural …

Hiraya Water Corporation has begun rolling out a series of major infrastructure projects in Lucena City, breaking ground on water source development and pipeline rehabilitation initiatives aimed at improving water availability, pressure, and long-term service reliability for thousands of residents. The groundbreaking ceremony, held on July 26 at the Lucena City Hall Compound, marks another milestone in the company’s rehabilitation …

By Boy Villasanta If rains signify manna from heaven, then the 2026 Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival has all the graces coming from above making box-office hits after hits of the fest’s entries in its entire run. The opening of the 22nd Cinemalaya last Thursday at the Grand Atrium of the Shangri-La Plaza Mall in Shaw Boulevard was marked by …

For its 22nd edition, the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival has once again assembled a distinguished panel of filmmakers, curators, critics, producers, and cultural practitioners from the Philippines and across the globe to serve as jurors who will decide who will take home the coveted Balanghai trophy.  For the main competition, the jury members are Sari Lluch Dalena, Marian Pastor …

When a colleague in show business dies, particularly a movie writer, there is as if a part of me which also departs. Or any tinseltown players and denizens for that matter that somehow snatch a memory from my mind. It is the ability to see logic and purpose of life. Why is there such a thing as mortality and absurdity …

2TinCans Philippines, Inc. presents “Stay a Little Longer,” a full-length drama written by Sarah Mae Enclona-Henderson and directed by Shifrah Bouchikhi-Enclona on August 29 and 30 at The Kabilin Center. The play follows a woman whose memory moves fluidly across the many stages of her life. One moment, she is a child grieving the loss of her brother. In another, …

The award-winning independent film earns invitation to one of Europe’s most respected international cinema events THE cast and creative team behind the Filipino independent film “I’m Perfect” have arrived in Italy to represent the Philippines at the 27th Lucania Film Festival, where the film will be screened as part of the festival’s official international program. Held annually in the Basilicata …

By Isabella Cuartero Everyone deserves to shine. Such is the philosophy being espoused by Maddox Jewelry founder Charo Cordial. She believes that ordinary Filipinos should have the capacity to buy jewelry pieces at affordable prices, allowing them to feel a bit more confident and glowing. Maddox Jewelry celebrated its fifth anniversary July 30 by staging Maddox Iconic Runway: Diamond Jewelry …

Ginebra San Miguel Inc. (GSMI) turned World Gin Day into a month-long nationwide celebration through Ginuman X, bringing music, cocktails, and immersive brand experiences to consumers across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Held in June in Balayan, Batangas; Talisay City, Cebu; Robinsons Antipolo; and Pueblo de Oro in Cagayan de Oro, Ginuman X marked the next evolution of the company’s iconic …