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Lengthy but thoughtful conversations keep this new quarantine series interesting–enough to hook the audiences until the next episode. RIDE OR DIE Actors: Yves Flores, Iyo Canlas Genre: Romance, Drama Premise: After it was supposedly a hook-up, JM a.k.a. @alt.media (Yves Flores) with Reb a.k.a. @trueloveskiss (Iyo Canlas)–both had to look beyond their desires and genuinely get to know each other better when they got forced to lock down with each other. Watch it on: YouTube Why You Should See It: After what felt to be a long top-tier Pinoy BL-drought, a promise has come with the arrival of Ride or Die’s Stuck…
Manila teeming with criminals–of both human and supernatural natures, the balance and order between worlds rests upon the lakan babaylan, Alexandra Trese. NETFLIX Actors: Shay Mitchell/Liza Soberano, Griffin Puatu, Matt Yang King, Jonjon Briones, Carlos Alasraqui, Nicole Scherzinger, Carlos Alasraqui, Darren Criss Genre: Dark Fantasy, Crime, Thriller Premise: In Manila, where dark supernatural forces pervade the criminal underworld, it’s up to Alexandra Trese to keep the peace — but there’s a storm brewing. (Netflix) Watch it On: Netflix Why You Should See It: “Always remember to see beyond the outside,” reminds the young Alexandra Trese’s mother when danger peeps into the horizon. The warning may…
Molina and Napoles are compelling in articulating their respective characters in this film that explores what it feels like to be alive and human. VIVA FILMS Actors: Kim Molina, Jerald Napoles, Candy Pangilinan, Chad Kinis, Petite Genre: Dark Comedy Premise: A woman with the rare Congenital Analgesia embarks on an adventure that would unexpectedly make her feel again Watch it On: Vivamax, iWantTFC Why You Should See It: In Ang Babaeng Walang Pakiramdam, Tasha (Molina) has the rare disease called Congenital Insensitivity to Pain (CIP), or Congenital Analgesia. The condition disables her pain receptors which make her impervious to pain. This also…
ABS-CBN’s new singing game show is a blast of fun, excitement, and inspiration, as it unites Filipino communities and working groups from every walk of life. A2Z | Kapamilya Channel Presenter: Vice Ganda Format: Gameshow Premise: 25 players play and sing together for a chance to win the jackpot prize, amounting to PhP500,000. Timeslot: 7:30 PM on Saturdays, 8 PM on Sundays Why You Should See It: The third season of Your Face Sounds Familiar may have just ended, but the fun of celebrity transformation remains alive with Vice Ganda, who picks a popular icon to mimic, in every episode…
Pressman makes her long-anticipated return to hosting, via TV5’s new and exciting chance game show, where the players’ chance of winning rests largely on a roll of a coin TV5 Presenter: Yassi Pressman Format: Arcade Gameshow Premise: Three sets of players try their luck in a game of chance, that would require them some skill, a bit of intellect, and largely, luck Time slot: Saturdays, 7:00 PM Why You Should See It: Dubbed by TV5 as one the world’s most interesting, most unpredictable and biggest arcade game shows, Rolling In It Philippines taps FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano star, Yassi Pressman. The series serves…
True to its publicity, the Momshies’ launching film is akin to most MMFF family-comedy films’ chaotic humor and convoluted scripts. Nevertheless, Momshies, Ang Soul Mo’y Akin, is not a terrible film. It just feels largely misguided extravaganza due to some unnecessary parts. If removed–it could make the movie better. The film stars Jolina Magdangal, Melai Cantiveros, and Karla Estrada as collectively called the ‘Momshies’. Serving as the Magandang Buhay hosts’ launching film, Momshies, Ang Soul Mo’y Akin and follows the story of three women–Jolene (Magdangal), Mylene (Cantiveros), and Karlene (Estrada). They are from different walks of life, whose souls get mixed up at one fateful…
Fierce and feisty is Maymay Entrata in her new track music video. It reminds girls to value themselves over those who can’t recognize their worth. It’s hard to say with finality that Entrata’s new single, Di Kawalan will replicate Sarah Geronimo’s Kilometro, or at the very least, Maja Salvador’s Dahan-Dahan. Those two songs both became dance anthems, and it’s not difficult to understand Di Kawalan’s aspirations to follow in that path. What can be said, for now, is that the track is a surefire success. The nearly 700,000 views on YouTube after a week of release and being a top trending video–are enough proofs.…
The debut film of both Ion Perez and Sunshine Guimary is a cyclical hodgepodge of boring material that struggles to arrive at a redemptive resolution–or climax, for that matter. It’s Showtime’s Ion Perez and social media star Sunshine Guimary starring in this film that tells the story of Kaka (Guimary), a radio jock who harbors a dark secret. On the surface, Kaka’s life is perfect, but she has never really experienced real pleasure. That’s ironic, given her role as a sex therapist. She had many sexual encounters before, but none has given her an orgasm. That pursuit changes when she…
ABS-CBN continues to establish its lead on the digital world, as more Kapamilya shows dominate various streaming platforms. With its aggressive expansion efforts, new milestones are created for the now franchise-less Network, following its 2020 shutdown. As of this writing, ABS-CBN Primetime programs FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano, Huwag Kang Mangamba, and Init Sa Magdamag–are all charting on WeTV and iFlix’s top 10 most-watched shows, with Init Sa Magdamag reigning over all other programs on the said platforms. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDYIlDa17NM Last night, June 1, the five-year-old action series attracted more than 137,000 concurrent live viewers on Kapamilya Online Live on Youtube, breaking the record set by…
While It’s Showtime’s newest segment could not claim its originality, it can be, nonetheless, a runaway winner among inspiring and life-enriching noon-time show segments. If it can sustain the surprise, it delivered on its maiden episode, that is. The spotlight is on mothers on It’s Showtime’s newest segment, ReIna ng Tahanan. A better-late-than-never tribute to the household’s greatest worker–ReIna ng Tahanan pays homage to mothers of all ages from all walks of life in the form of a pageant. Obviously, it’s not a fresh idea. Three parts compose the segment. Three contestants go through the three stages of the competition. The first…
This visually alluring entry to the teen romance craze, flaunts a breathtaking crossover between coming-of-age and family dramas, proving itself worthy of the attention it is poised to earn. A2Z | Kapamilya Channel Actors: Donny Pangilinan, Belle Mariano, Vivoree Esclito, Joao Constancia, Kaori Oinuma, Rhys Miguel, Criza Taa, Limer Veloso, Gello Marquez, Jeremiah Lisbo, Janus del Prado, Richard Quan, Marissa Delgado Genre: Coming-of-Age, Romance, Drama Premise: A teenage girl from Mindoro moves to Manila to live with her father, who now has a new family. Her life would be turned upside down, as she struggles to fit in her new family,…
ABS-CBN continues its yearly tradition of releasing a new summer anthem, which all Filipinos will surely sing and dance to. The Asia’s Soul Supreme and fast-rising P-Pop group, BGYO, are in synergy in the dance video of ABS-CBN’s summer campaign, Feel Good Pilipinas. The release calls for Filipinos to unite in spreading light and joy this summer. It’s a very meaningful song delivered with hyped-up summer energy. The theme perfectly duplicates that of last year’s Christmas Station ID, entitled ‘Ikaw Ang Liwanag at Ligaya’ (You are the Light and Joy), which was utterly meaningful given then ABS-CBN’s still fresh exit…
After toppling 16 Kapuso shows in TV ratings, the longest-running ABS-CBN series, Ang Probinsyano, is poised to see the finale episode of its 17th rival from the Kapuso Network. GMA Network is reportedly ending the run of its top-rating primetime series, First Yaya, soon. According to Angel Aquino in an interview, cast members of the said series are gearing up for their final lock-in taping, which suggested the show’s nearing the finale. Currently lording the NUTAM ratings, GMA Network seems unable to afford to allow its shows to stay longer than their planned airing period. The Network has recently unveiled its…
ABS-CBN’s longest-running primetime series, FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano is close to toppling its pre-shutdown AGB Nutam Ratings, as events in the series are poised to bring Cardo Dalisay’s most intense bout to decimate its rivals. For the past few weeks, the Coco Martin-starrer has relentlessly broken its concurrent viewership records, online. It has recently peaked on Kapamilya Online Live with more than 120,000 concurrent live viewers. It is poised to reach more impressive milestones in the next episodes, as Cardo Dalisay goes full-throttle in confronting his biggest adversaries, including Hipolito (John Arcilla), First Lady Lily (Lorna Tolentino), and Lito Valmoria (Richard Gutierrez). Beyond…
While a relentless stream of new titles has ensured the continued existence of Pinoy boys’ love this year, no new series has so far duplicated the success of last year’s breakout hits—Gameboys, Hello Stranger, Gaya Sa Pelikula, to name a few. The explosion of Pinoy boys’ love in 2020, as an emerging pop culture phenomenon undoubtedly spiced up the then practically stagnant film and tv production industry. As the pandemic discouraged major production houses and television networks to produce new content, small-time independent producers amped up their game to deliver fresh stories online. Web series thrived in lieu of regular…
There is power in the name ‘Padilla’ that empowers anybody who carries it and makes it big in the local entertainment scene with such ease. However, a powerful last name does not seal an aspiring actor’s long-term success. Longevity is always a product of talent, discipline, and connections. Not too many breakthrough talents were able to sustain their meteoric ascent because of the lack of solid follow-ups. In many cases, connections are real-lifebuoys that keep a stagnant career afloat. Such is the case for many, whose once-flourishing career went to a stop, unceremoniously. Some are just one-hit wonders, whose highly-celebrated…