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 →
Afternoons are about to get brighter as Jolina Magdangal and Marvin Agustin reunite in “Mommy Guard,” a fresh, lighthearted family romantic comedy premiering October 19 and airing Monday to Friday at 2:30 PM on TV5 and ABS-CBN platforms. The series follows Tina (Jolina Magdangal), a devoted mother who takes a job as a school guard... 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 →
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 →
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 →
