Entertainment

Much has been said about movie, television and stage actors running and serving the government. Whether the comments are favorable to them or not, the most important thing is the way they would perform their duties and responsibilities to the public, to their constituents, if they win in the 2025 midterm polls. From the local council to the Senate, the …

by Boy Villasanta The deaths of actors Ricky Davao and Amay Bisaya have offered a discussion of how the two distinct showbiz personalities have affected and influenced the public consciousness and the entertainment industry. Two icons with two or more extreme attributes. Amay, Robert Gloria Reyes in real life, started his television, film and stage career as a production utility …

It is Maytime festivities once more. And one of the traditional and colorful events that is celebrated in the month of May is the Santacruzan, a religious festivity that observes and hails the discovery of the Holy Cross by Queen Helena accompanied by her son Constantine. In the Philippines, Biblical characters in the historical find of the Holy Cross, Santacruzan …

Music conductor Robert Delgado has been involved in the local Tin Pan Alley for almost four decades and his experiences in musical shows are invaluable especially in choral group singing. Robert had been a teamwork player and member of the Philippine Madrigal Singers, or simply Madz, where he composed, arranged and inspired a lot of songs by the group even …

OPM hitmaker Regine Velasquez-Alcasid expresses a mom’s pure and unconditional love towards her child in her new single “Lahat Ay Kayang Gawin” written by another OPM icon, Jamie Rivera, and released in time for Mother’s Day. “As a mother, I would take this statement to heart, as it is probably my mindset when it comes to taking my role seriously. …

With much love and passion, Asia’s Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista continues his commitment to captivate audiences with his music, artistry, and unwavering dedication to his craft, as he renews his partnership with GMA Network on May 6. Present during the event were GMA Network President and Chief Executive Officer Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr., Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Felipe S. Yalong,Officer-in-Charge for Entertainment …

While the sun blazes and emotions run high this summer season, it’s the perfect time to match your mood with songs that burn just as fiercely.  Check out these songs from ABS-CBN Music artists Marlo Mortel, Yumi Lacsamana, Thor, BAN, Chie, and Guel that echo the intense longing and feels that only this hot season can bring: Blooming love in “Adik …

Studio taps veteran Pinoy actors and rising talents to reimagine a universal story for local audiences Nathan Studios is back with “Picnic” —another groundbreaking and moving film that’s sure to resonate with many Filipinos.  Directed by Kim Yong-gyun, “Picnic” was first released in South Korea and the film has been reimagined by Nathan Studios as a Filipino-language movie. Staying true …

PASSERBY By Nestor Cuartero Sharon Cuneta couldn’t help but turn emotional as she issued an appeal to Filipinos to vote for her husband, former Senator Francis ‘Kiko’ Pangilinan. She said, “Maayos na ang buhay namin. Kung tutuusin, wala na sanang pulitika. Yet, our family is offering Kiko to once more serve the country. He’s more than qualified for the job, …

Parañaque, Philippines — On May 3, 2025, Araw Hospitality Group, the emerging hospitality powerhouse, hosted Araw Rising, its first Media Premiere. Held at Palacio de Memoria, the event was attended by media, partners, and representatives from the Department of Tourism. The hospitality group set out to redefine travel by introducing three groundbreaking initiatives: its CSR program Araw Aruga, the loyalty program Araw …