“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 →
First love, family, and the challenges of growing up take center stage in ‘Apol of My Ai,’ one of seven full-length entries in the 2026 Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival. The film follows the story of a young Filipino boy while also introducing audiences to another important part of his journey: his connection to kundiman, a... Continue Reading →
The kitchen sink is one of the most used fixtures in any home. From washing ingredients and preparing food to cleaning up after meals, much of the daily kitchen routine happens around it. Yet despite how often it is used, the sink is often treated as just another basic fixture. So what happens when you... 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 →
Puregold’s “hakot” legacy hit a whole new stride in Cavite as the Hakot Relay South Luzon leg transformed Vermosa Sports Hub in Imus into an adrenaline-charged showcase for speed, grit, and panalo. More than 4,000 runners that showed up had their game face on as they competed, enjoyed the camaraderie, and joined the signature “hakot”... 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 →
Joey King and Maisie Williams formed a close friendship while portraying sisters in 'Practical Magic 2,' the sequel to the beloved 1998 fantasy film that is now showing in cinemas. “Wait, how have we not known each other forever?” That was King’s reaction to her newfound friendship with Williams after working together on the movie.... 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 →
With karaoke deeply ingrained in Filipino culture, from birthdays and fiestas to spontaneous gatherings with family and friends, Viva brings the beloved Filipino pastime to a new platform with the launch of Vivaoke, a karaoke app built around an all OPM music catalog. Designed to bring the karaoke fun experience anytime, anywhere, Vivaoke puts a... Continue Reading →
