The Philippines’ Oscar entry enters its fourth week in cinemas, as Filipino audiences continue to show their support. Filipiñana enters the Oscars contention as a Filipino film that has already built a life beyond the country. Written, directed, and edited by Rafael Manuel and starring Jorrybell Agoto, the film has spent the past year establishing... Continue Reading →
“Mono No Aware” and “Limlim” emerged as the top winners at the 2026 Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival Awards Night, while Xyriel Manabat and Juan Karlos Labajo were among the stars recognized for their performances. In the full-length category, the Japan-set drama “Mono No Aware” was far and away the most awarded film. The film landed... Continue Reading →
The Philippine adaptation of Pee Mak, the Thai 2013 mega-hit that grossed more than 33 million US dollars worldwide, is finally coming to cinemas in October! Produced by Viva Films, this horror-comedy love story of Mak and Pee-Nang gets a fresh take with rising love team Wilbert Ross and Bea Binene, known to fans as... Continue Reading →
The Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival 2026 recently presented the 26 participating original films and their extraordinarily talented makers at a lively media conference held at Quantum Skyview in Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City. Alongside seasoned directors and actors joining this year’s filmfest are stoked-up aspirants and brave auteurs seeking to make a name in the... Continue Reading →
Watch the new chapter of the story that audiences lined up for, cried over, and left a mark in our hearts. Don’t miss 2nd Miracle in Cell No. 7, coming to cinemas this Christmas, December 25, as an official entry to the 52nd Metro Manila Film Festival. In 2019, the Philippine adaptation of the hit... Continue Reading →
A new sexy special feature and film will heat up the cold and rainy September. Stream Masahe and Desperada on VMX! Explore different sensual massages in Masahe Masahe (Special Interest)Hosted by: Zsara LaxamanaDirected by: Rodante Y. Pajemna, Jr.Playdate: September 22, 2026 See how a touch can awaken one’s fantasies in Masahe, a VMX special feature... Continue Reading →
Could Xyriel Manabat and River Joseph be the next onscreen pair movie fans will be talking about? It is certainly a match few saw coming—and that may be exactly what makes “Stuck On You” quite intriguing. For the first time, Manabat and Joseph are teaming up as romantic leads in “Stuck On You,” a sexy... Continue Reading →
Two actresses, Xyriel Manabat and Sassa Gurl, are on an awards-season collision course. Xyriel has the experience and acting pedigree, while Sassa is riding on a momentum and a role that could upend everyone’s expectations. When Puregold CinePanalo 2026 is poised to choose its Panalong Aktres, could this be the face-off to watch? Xyriel Manabat... Continue Reading →
After receiving criticism online over its use of artificial intelligence (AI), Plump Blossom writer-director-producer Rossana Hwang has responded to the growing discussion surrounding the film. Some online users have called the AI-assisted movie 'AI slop,' while others questioned its Chinese-inspired story despite being presented as a Filipino film. Hwang said she understands why people may... Continue Reading →
Korean and Filipino stars collide in a pulse-pounding rescue mission as The Guardian is now showing in cinemas nationwide. The Guardian, directed by Jeong Jang Hwan (Steel Rain, Save the Green Planet!), is top-billed by K-pop idol and Infinite vocalist, Nam Woo-hyun, together with Park Eun-hye, an established Hallyu star best known for the epic... Continue Reading →
