Puregold CinePanalo returns in 2026 with a groundbreaking announcement: the festival is rolling out the largest production grants ever given in the history of Philippine film festivals. This year, seven directors of full-length films will each receive PhP5 million, while 20 student filmmakers will be awarded PhP200,000 to complete their short films. The initiative strengthens... Continue Reading →
Filipino films ‘Mudrasta’ and ‘Post House’ lead this week’s MTRCB-approved lineup
Two Filipino films, “Mudrasta: Ang Beking Ina” and “Post House,” will headline this week’s roster of movies approved for release by the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB). The comedy-drama “Mudrasta: Ang Beking Ina,” starring veteran actor Roderick Paulate and produced by CreaZion Studios, has been rated R-13, suitable for ages 13 and... Continue Reading →
P-pop soloist Zéla champions women empowerment in debut album ‘Lockhart’
P-pop soloist Zéla is channeling her personal journey into music with a mission to inspire others. On August 11, she officially launched her debut album 'Lockhart' under AQ Prime Music, marking a major milestone in her career. Her debut album Lockhart features 10 tracks: A.C.E (Activate Confidence to Empower), Arangkada, 01/01, Z.L (Zone Leader), G.O.A.T... Continue Reading →
Direk Derick Cabrido on Barbie Forteza’s growth, Atasha Muhlach’s acting debut, & juggling projects
Derick Cabrido has become one of the most in-demand directors today, with back-to-back projects in both film and streaming platforms. While working on the psychological thriller P77 with Barbie Forteza, he was also handling several projects including the local adaptation of Bad Genius with Atasha Muhlach and Cignal Play’s vertical drama 3 Queens. On Barbie... Continue Reading →
‘100 Awit Para Kay Stella’ brings back Bela Padilla and JC Santos in long-awaited sequel
After eight years, the hugot blockbuster 100 Tula Para Kay Stella is back with a sequel, and fans of the iconic “mapanakit” tandem will be thrilled to see Bela Padilla and JC Santos reprising their roles as Stella and Fidel. 100 Awit Para Kay Stella hits cinemas nationwide on September 10, 2025. https://www.facebook.com/tatakmnlph/posts/pfbid0wPAZ7DsTuvnyJFsSFyxGkYefAb9VDyCvX4PiAXXP4VpRUbDgnzpQdVRq7huu4xxyl The story... Continue Reading →
‘Mudrasta’ Roderick Paulate shares who could follow in his footsteps
From Jack en Poy: Hale-Hale Hoy! and Petrang Kabayo to many other well-known comedy movies and sitcoms that defined an era, veteran comedian and actor Roderick Paulate has long been a household name in Philippine entertainment. Now, with his upcoming film Mudrasta, Paulate makes his big-screen comedy comeback and shares his thoughts on who might... Continue Reading →
Ruby Ruiz shares Hollywood experience, says Filipino acting can compete
Veteran actress Ruby Ruiz recently spoke about her experience working on an international project and how it compares to her work in the Philippines. Ruiz portrayed Essie, the devoted Filipina nanny to Nicole Kidman’s character Margaret Woo, in the six-episode Amazon Prime Video series Expats, which premiered in January 2024. “Sometimes I refuse to answer... Continue Reading →
Young actors shine bright in ‘Mga Munting Tala sa Sinagtala’
Mga Munting Tala sa Sinagtala shines through the heartfelt performances of its young cast. Hannah (Ryrie Sophia), Scarlet (Scarlet Alaba), Noah (Francis Saagundo), David (Drey Lampago), and Mary (Yassi Ibasco) are the “munting tala” — little stars whose honest and natural acting leaves a mark on everyone who watches them. Joining them are rising young... Continue Reading →
Docudrama ‘Sa Likod ng Tsapa’ brings Col. Hansel Marantan’s story to the big screen
The controversial life and career of Colonel Hansel Marantan — now serving as Acting Director of the Police Peace Development Center — will be the focus of the upcoming documentary 'Sa Likod ng Tsapa', set to premiere in Philippine cinemas on August 13. Sa Likod ng Tsapa (Beneath the Badge) is an action-packed docudrama about... Continue Reading →
All-star performances highlight 80th anniversary of Unilab & Mercury Drug
The Smart Araneta Coliseum roared with cheers and applause on July 31, 2025, as some of the country’s biggest music stars took the stage for Alagang Suki Fest 2025, a grand celebration of the 80th anniversaries of Unilab and Mercury Drug. https://www.facebook.com/tatakmnlph/posts/pfbid0jcP2LG9h2qekoudBv29TQUsZHQm2VXFuHj6EXUMvdyJQdMhhp59MMfKN5ubZ3repl The event, a joint celebration of the two iconic and household brands, was... Continue Reading →
