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With the trailer of ‘Only We Know’ officially launched and its theatrical release set for June 11, veteran actress and media executive Charo Santos-Concio has stepped back into the spotlight—not just as a performer but as a passionate advocate for the film industry. In a heartfelt conversation with Boy Abunda on ‘Fast Talk’, Charo—joined by co-star Dingdong Dantes—shared her excitement over their much-awaited romance film and her growing concerns about the state of local cinema. “This is the first full-on romance I’ve done in my five-decade career,” Charo said with a smile. “Nakaka-bagets, ha-ha-ha! It brings you back to your…

Rising Viva Artists Agency (VAA) star Ashtine Olviga is thriving—both on-screen and off—as she rides the wave of success from her loveteam with fellow young star Andres Muhlach in the hit digital series ‘Ang Mutya ng Section E’. Despite criticisms from some netizens who say the two “don’t look good together,” Ashtine takes it all in stride. “Tama naman sila (laughs)! Oo naman, nag-agree naman ako du’n. Pero nag-hit naman kami,” she said at the media launch of her latest project. “Kung minsan natatawa na lang ako… ang importante ay pinagbubuti at seryoso kami sa pagtatrabaho para sa supporters namin.”…

I didn’t expect a tablet to become my favorite summer companion—but the TechLife Pad Plus 12″ surprised me. Whether I’m catching up on shows, answering emails on the go, or scrolling through social feeds with a smoothie in hand, this device has made itself indispensable to my everyday life. Big Screen, Bigger Vibes. At the heart of the TechLife Pad Plus is its nearly 12-inch WUXGA+ display, which is vibrant, crisp, and responsive. Whether you’re watching Netflix by the pool or reading an e-book in bed, the screen delivers a great visual experience. At 450 nits, it’s bright enough for…

Defeated senatorial candidate Phillip Salvador has joined the growing call for manual counting in the wake of the 2025 midterm elections, citing concerns raised by voters about the transparency of the electoral process. In a recent interview, Salvador said he received messages from supporters expressing doubt about what happened to their votes, despite his strong showing during the campaign. “Alam niyo po, madami ang nagtatanong na kapwa Pilipino. Ano po ang nangyari sa boto namin?” he said. “’Yung manual counting, sinasabi ng mga kasama… doon ako nakikinig.” Salvador garnered 9,643,990 votes, landing him in the 19th spot, just outside the…

The wait is nearly over for fans of JM Ibarra and Fyang Smith, collectively known as JMFyang, as the rising love team is finally headlining their first digital series titled ‘Ghosting’. In a teaser poster shared by Star Magic, the official announcement generated instant buzz on social media, with fans flooding the comments in excitement. “Hindi na… makahintay sa first ever series ng #JMFyang? Wala nang magmumulto dahil real na real na ‘to!” the caption read. The project reveal is scheduled for May 20, with fans already gearing up for what many are calling the next big step in the…

In an interview with journalist Julius Babao on his ‘Unplugged’ YouTube vlog, Rea Reyes, mother of actress Carla Abellana, expressed her solidarity with Marjorie Barretto over the latter’s longstanding rift with ex-husband Dennis Padilla—revealing her own emotional connection to the situation. “That’s why I understand Marjorie Barretto,” Rea declared during the interview, drawing a direct comparison between her own experience and Marjorie’s. “It’s exactly what happened to me. I understand completely what she’s going through.” When asked if she considers herself “Team Marjorie,” Rea answered without hesitation, “Very much. Whatever she went through, I went through the same thing. And…

Kathryn Bernardo couldn’t help but laugh out loud after being caught off guard by the title of Esay Belanio’s song during the May 17 episode of ‘Pilipinas Got Talent’ Season 7. The 19-year-old rock artist had just delivered a fiery, angst-filled rendition of her original track ‘Nagloko Ka Rin Naman,’ which impressed all four judges—Freddie “FMG” Garcia, Donny Pangilinan, Eugene Domingo, and Kathryn herself. “What’s up, rockstar? That performance was so powerful,” Kathryn told Esay during the judges’ comments. “Can I just say, the sacrifice your parents made for you is so worth it. They believed in you, and now…

Following their respective losses in the 2025 Caloocan City councilor race, Marjorie Barretto appears to be moving forward — and turning heads — with a lighthearted social media post that some netizens see as a subtle “resbak” to her former partner, Dennis Padilla. On Friday, May 16, Marjorie took to Instagram to greet Linda Gorton, another former partner of Padilla, on her birthday. She shared two photos of them dining together and penned a heartfelt message: “Happy Birthday to my beautiful friend Linda. It’s been wonderful getting to know you. Our late night 2 hour FaceTime calls are never enough.…

At just 18, ‘Pinoy Big Brother: Gen 11’ 4th Big Placer Kai Montinola is making waves across multiple fronts — and she’s doing it with grace, grit, and glowing confidence. Fresh off her stint in ‘PBB’, Kai is rapidly transitioning into one of showbiz’s most promising newcomers. With endorsement deals, an upcoming debut album, and a fan meet scheduled for June 28 at the SM North EDSA Sky Dome, she is well on her way to establishing her star power. The latest milestone? Being tapped as the newest brand ambassador for HebeSkin’s CurvWhyt Coffee, a wellness product that promises beauty…

Veteran actress, producer, and former ABS-CBN executive Charo Santos-Concio took a sentimental walk down memory lane as she recalled co-hosting GMA Network’s variety show ‘Germspesyal’ with the late German “Kuya Germs” Moreno, during her recent guest appearance on ‘Fast Talk with Boy Abunda’ alongside Dingdong Dantes. “This was my first show on GMA,” Charo shared, referring to her early years in showbiz. “‘Germspesyal’—I was the first co-host of the late German Moreno before it became ‘GMA Supershow.’ I would come here every Sunday and do the hosting chore with him.” ‘Germspesyal’ aired from 1979 to 1984, later rebranded as the…

Are sparks flying between Jameson Blake and Barbie Forteza? That’s the question fans can’t stop asking after the two were spotted showing undeniable chemistry at a recent fun run event. Following their joint appearance at the ‘Lights, Camera, Run!’ Takbo Para sa Pelikulang Pilipino charity event for Mowelfund on May 11, netizens have been “shipping” the unexpected pair. The event, led by Alden Richards, brought together both Kapuso and Kapamilya stars—including Barbie and Jameson, who ran side by side at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds. Barbie shared a sweet selfie with Jameson in her Instagram Story, captioned: “SOOOO proud…

Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao is set to make a high-profile return to the ring, nearly four years after his last professional bout and fresh off a failed senatorial bid in the 2025 Philippine midterm elections. The 46-year-old eight-division world champion arrived in Los Angeles on Monday (Manila time) alongside his family and team to prepare for a press conference this week, where he will officially announce a title fight against reigning WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios. Pacquiao’s comeback bout, slated for July in Las Vegas, marks his 73rd professional fight. His last official match was in August 2021, a…

Veteran TV host and former senatorial aspirant Willie Revillame has not officially issued any public statement regarding the outcome of the 2025 midterm elections. Several social media posts and vlogs have gone viral in recent days, claiming that Revillame broke down in tears and expressed regret over helping the poor after losing in the elections. Several vloggers and pages have picked up the claim, leading to heated discussions among netizens. Some interpreted the quote as Revillame’s supposed frustration with voters, implying that his years of helping the less fortunate were not appreciated at the polls. There are alleged quote making…

‘Ang Mutya ng Section E’ breakout star Ashtine Olviga has deactivated her social media accounts after drawing online attention for wearing the same outfit throughout her media day appearances. Olviga, who is turning 26 on May 19, addressed the incident during the launch of her unisex fragrance ‘Ash Scent Beyond Gender’ under Viva Beauty. “Nagulat ako sumabog online. ‘Di ko inexpect. Yung mga tao tumutulong sa akin, nakakahiya sa kanila,” she said. “Imbis na maubos energy umuwi, pinili namin mag-rest in between. Biglaan interviews, the night before lang namin nalaman… Nahihirapan ako maghanap ng damit kahapon. Biglaan kasi event,” she…

It was a collective gasp from both press and mallgoers at the World Trade Center when the trailer for Puregold’s newest digital series ‘Si Sol at Si Luna’ lit up the big screen during the 2025 Aling Puring Convention. And why? Because former child star Zaijian Jaranilla—forever etched in many viewers’ minds as Santino from ‘May Bukas Pa’—is now making waves for an entirely different reason: his first-ever onscreen intimate scene. Yes, you read that right. The once-saintly Santino is now all grown up, taking on bold and emotionally layered roles. And in Si Sol at Si Luna, he shares…

Social media personality Rendon Labador fired back at viral pares vendor Diwata after the latter named his newly bought dog “Rendon.” In a Facebook post, Labador sarcastically responded, saying he might get a pet monkey in return. “Makabili nga din ng alagang unggoy. Ano ipapangalan natin?” he wrote. “Saan ba nakakabili niyan? Maganda sana ‘yung meron na kasamang gold sa leeg para hindi na ako bumili,” he added, taking a jab at Diwata and possibly at content creator Rosmar Tan, who was seen teasing him in a separate video. The reaction came after a video of Diwata introducing his new…