Margaret Diaz faces betrayal and desire in ‘Isla’ Cast: Margaret Diaz, Shannon Sizon, Yda Manzano, Mayumi de Vera, Mark Anthony Fernandez, Mark Dionisio, John Mark MarciaDirected by: Rodante Pajemna Jr.Playdate: September 25, 2026 Another new addition to VMX this September is Isla. On a secluded island, a young woman continues to pursue change and a... Continue Reading →
Long before queer superheroes became more visible in mainstream media, Zsazsa Zaturnnah was already breaking barriers. Created by Carlo Vergara in 2006, the fabulous superheroine has spent the past two decades becoming a beloved figure in Philippine pop culture and a lasting symbol of queer representation. First bursting onto the scene in 2006 in Carlo... Continue Reading →
Veteran actress Pilar Pilapil shared how her fears have changed as she grew older, saying her spirituality has helped her look at fear differently. During the press conference for the horror film Mantsa on September 3 in Pasig City, Pilapil recalled that she used to have many things she was afraid of when she was... Continue Reading →
What can ₱4,000 get the family at Nono’s? I decided to put that question to the test when I treated the TatakMNL.com team to a meal at Nono’s on September 12. With a ₱4,000 budget, we wanted to see how much food and variety we could enjoy as a group. The answer? We were able... 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 →
Aspiring playwrights looking for an opportunity to bring their original work to the stage can turn to Puregold Teatro Panalo, a new platform created to spotlight Filipino theatre works. The program is currently accepting original one-act plays and musicals, with selected entries set to receive professional stagings as part of its inaugural festival in 2027.... Continue Reading →
'VMX Tapes' Unveils Raw, Scandal-Inspired Stories Cast: Shannon SizonDirected by: Ray GibraltarStreaming on VMX: August 18, 2026 VMX expands its special-interest lineup with its newest offering, VMX Tapes, a provocative series of raw, scandal-inspired videos hosted by VMX star Shannon Dizon and directed by Ray Gibraltar. The series takes viewers into a collection of intimate... Continue Reading →
Oona has officially debuted as the newest P-pop girl group, introducing its five-member lineup and performing its second single, "Unang Tingin," during the media launch "Unang Tingin: The Debut" held on July 31 at Matrix Creations Events Venue in Quezon City. The group, composed of Isaki Bautista, Coleen Trinidad, Jaylou Felciano, Karyss "Kar" Asio, and Julia "Bella" Patillas, was... Continue Reading →
Misamis Oriental's Ivy Padilla further strengthened her standing as one of the top contenders in Binibining Pilipinas 2026 after an impressive performance during the Preliminary Competition held on June 22 in Quezon City. Ivy Padilla displayed confidence, grace, and poise throughout the event, earning praise from pageant fans and observers. Her strong stage presence and... Continue Reading →
When asked about the relevance of their Ilocano movie All the Things I Leave You, Benedix Ramos welcomed what he described as the continuing evolution of the BL genre, particularly in terms of representation and cultural identity. “Nakakatuwa kasi yung sinasabi nilang evolution ng BL (boys’ love)...” he said during the film's press conference on... Continue Reading →
