Kathryn Bernardo and Nadine Lustre—two of the biggest names in Philippine entertainment—sent fans into a frenzy after their much-talked-about reunion at the ABS-CBN Ball 2025 held last Friday at Solaire Resort North.
Dressed in elegant gowns and arriving without escorts, the two actresses shared genuine laughter, warm hugs, and light-hearted conversation throughout the evening. Their chemistry and camaraderie immediately trended online, erasing any lingering notions of rivalry—often stoked by fan wars in the past.
Kathryn wore a nude wrap gown by Anthony Ramirez, exuding timeless elegance with wavy locks and soft glam makeup.
Nadine, meanwhile, stunned in a cream, ocean-inspired gown by Rajo Laurel, channeling vintage Audrey Hepburn vibes with her fringe bangs and minimalistic jewelry.
Captured in several viral photos and videos, the pair exchanged playful poses—from cute to fierce—drawing cheers from fans and fellow celebrities alike. In one clip, the two invited celebrity dermatologist Dr. Aivee Teo to join them in a photo booth session, further showcasing their playful bond.
The surprise interaction instantly sparked renewed excitement online, with fans calling for a long-overdue collaboration between the two multi-awarded actresses. “We need a teleserye or movie with Kathryn and Nadine—stat!” one fan posted. Others joked that since their former partners Daniel Padilla and James Reid were also at the same event, they were waiting for a single frame featuring all four stars.
KATHRYN AND NADINE ARE SO BESTIES CODED pic.twitter.com/I50UoKZ64W
— Joche ۶ৎ (@chaertemis) April 5, 2025
nadine’s hand on kathryn’s back?! this video is so refreshing to the eyes OH KATHDINE YOU’VE COME SO FAR!!! pic.twitter.com/18EOdiOsYS
— Joche ۶ৎ (@chaertemis) April 4, 2025
someone said na buti raw hindi force yung friendship ni kathryn and nadine during the holy trinity era kasi mas genuine and comfortable raw tignan friendship nila ngayon pic.twitter.com/vqdWYwem5q
— (@k4thwaii) April 5, 2025
this kathryn bernardo x nadine lustre! seeing them both glowing, happy, and thriving on their own terms is a reminder of how far we’ve come. truly love how women are finally being seen as powerful in their own right, not as rivals in an endless comparison. pic.twitter.com/oOJXG6lfqd
— Joche ۶ৎ (@chaertemis) April 4, 2025
the funniest thing about nadine and kathryn’s chemistry is that they’re probably the straightest female actresses in the ph, pero ang lakas talaga ng chemistry without a hint of queerbaiting.. they’re not even trying kaloka https://t.co/V4Sru9nGd8
— diva-rys ️ (@showmethepricee) April 5, 2025
Imagine last ball ni Nadine was with her ex pa tapos ‘yung recent ball, she’s with Kathryn. Same as Kathryn na last ball niya rin was with her ex tapos ngayon she’s with Nadine. After all, KathDine pala ang endgame dito hahahahaha. pic.twitter.com/JJzjrBIHG5
— || – (@_multifangirlie) April 5, 2025
Despite never having co-starred in a major project, Bernardo and Lustre have built solid careers on their own. Bernardo recently headlined ‘Hello, Love, Again’ with Alden Richards and ‘A Very Good Girl’ alongside Dolly de Leon, while also serving as a judge in ‘Pilipinas Got Talent’ Season 7. Her accolades include the 2024 FAMAS Best Actress award, the Asian Academy Creative Awards’ Best Actress in a Leading Role, and the Snow Leopard Rising Star Award at the Asian World Film Festival.
Lustre, on the other hand, earned praise for her performances in ‘Nokturno’, the MMFF 2024 film ‘Uninvited’, and the thriller web series ‘Roadkillers’. She holds the 2023 FAMAS Best Actress trophy and acting citations from both Gawad Urian and the Metro Manila Film Festival.
Industry observers and fans are now hoping this powerful moment between Kathryn and Nadine won’t just remain a viral red carpet moment—but will lead to a game-changing film or series. Several netizens even urged producers to cast the two in socially relevant roles under acclaimed directors like Zig Dulay, Jerrold Tarog, Mikhail Red, or Jade Castro.
With the continued demand for strong female-driven narratives and the evolving landscape of Philippine cinema, many believe that now is the perfect time for Kathryn Bernardo and Nadine Lustre to unite onscreen—not just for fan service, but to usher in a new golden era of local film.
If their ABS-CBN Ball reunion is any indication, the queens are ready. The only question now: who’s bold enough to bring this dream project to life?
