Entertainment

by Boy Villasanta Life has been generous to veteran actress Caridad Sanchez. Despite some age-related health issues, Tita (a term of endearment to an elderly woman by affinity and an aunt by blood) Caring is celebrating her ninety-two summers today. According to her only daughter Cathy Sanchez Babao, she and family will celebrate her mother’s red-letter day with the usual …

What if the real horror is what you believe? This July 30, viewers should prepare to have their worst nightmares come to life as GMA Pictures and GMA Public Affairs bring “P77,” a psychological horror film that will keep them on the edge of their seats. From the acclaimed makers of the award-winning “Firefly,” “Green Bones,” and box office hit …

Honoring mid-autumn fest with mooncakes PASSERBYBy Nestor Cuartero Solaire Resort North has been awarded a five-star accreditation by the Department of Tourism (DOT), making it the first integrated luxury resort in Quezon City to receive the highest distinction under the National Accommodation Standards. The recognition coincides with the resort’s first anniversary, celebrated on May 25, and affirms its commitment to …

OPM icon Ice Seguerra opens a new creative chapter with the release of two original tracks—“Wag Na Lang Pala” and “Nandiyan Ka”—marking the first twin single drop from his upcoming all-original album, Being Ice. The songs dropped on music platforms July 18 While Seguerra has long been a beloved figure in Philippine music, Being Ice represents a personal milestone: it’s …

Heavy rains that caused floods and landslides in various parts of the country when three typhoons, namely, Crising, Dante and Emong and Habagat (west monsoon) struck all at the same time have left victims and rescuers acting and sharing survival kit together. Floods spare no one, celebrities or not. Here, we see victims among celebs like entertainment writer Erlinda Rapadas …

I have a confession to make. Between sisters Imelda and Gloria Papin, I have always been familiar with the singing voice of the former whether I am awake or my eyes shut or half-open I could tell it’s Imelda’s voice singing or talking. Imelda’s vocal prowess is distinct, squeaky at times, and solid. Because in the beginning of her singing …

What happens when the Manila Symphony Orchestra Foundation, Standard Insurance, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brazil, Guimaraes Rosa Institute (GR) and the Embassy of Brazil in Manila collaborate on a show billed “Brazilian Guitar and Cello” on August 9, 2025 at 7:30 pm at the Bayanihan Hall, Creative Arts Centre, British School Manila, BGC, Taguig City? See it for youself. …

Be Our Guest Theatricals or BOGT Philippines is proud to announce that its critically acclaimed production, “13th of September,” has received its third invitation to an international theater festival, marking a significant milestone for Filipino artistry on the global stage. After joining the festivals in Canada (2019) and Germany (2021, 2022), BOGT is set to make its highly anticipated debut …

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) is set to recognize exceptional contributions to Filipino music at the NCCA SUDI National Music Awards at the historic Metropolitan Theater in September. Launched in 2020, the SUDI National Music Awards recognize outstanding musical achievements across genres and disciplines that have significantly shaped the Philippine music landscape. Sudi, an Ilokano adjective …

by Boy Villasanta What sets apart a feature biopic from a documentary film? A lot. In a filmbio, the narrative is creatively woven wholly or loosely based on facts and figures. In a doc project, the veracity of the characters, situations, circumstances, actions, relationships, even motives etc. are truthful and verifiable. In other words, accuracy and precision are expected of …