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By Fiel Gia Ramada Nadia Montenegro recently resigned as Sen. Robin Padilla’s political officer after being linked to an alleged marijuana use incident inside the Senate building. While she firmly denied the accusation, saying the unusual scent may have come from her grape-flavored vape, the accusations have left her and her family deeply hurt.  In the middle of the controversy surrounding the former actress, her daughters have become her strongest defenders. For the Asistio siblings this is about more than public perception. It is about protecting the woman who has always been their greatest source of strength, and making sure…

By Fiel Gia Ramada BINI leader Jhoanna opened up about the controversies surrounding the group in an interview with Ogie Diaz, addressing everything from cosmetic rumors to the viral snack-tasting videos that subjected her group to a lot of online bashings. Facial enhancements rumor On speculation that some members underwent cosmetic procedures, Jhoanna laughed off the claim saying, “Kung magpaparetoke kami sana tinodo na namin ‘yung talagang magandang-maganda.” She said that the members focused on improving their looks naturally by learning make-up, losing weight and choosing hair colors that complement their features, rather than relying on cosmetic surgery. She further…

By Fiel Gia Ramada The “Nation’s Girl Group” is set to close the year on the grandest note yet. P-pop sensation BINI will return to the Philippine Arena on November 29 for “BINIfied,” a massive year-end concert promising fresh music, solo stages, and surprise numbers for their devoted fanbase, the Blooms. The show marks the group’s third time performing at the world’s largest indoor arena, following their sold-out BINIverse world tour kickoff in February and a rousing set at OPM Con 2025 in July along with other artists. This time, however, all eyes will be on Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen,…

By John Romme Alba Veteran broadcast journalists Korina Sanchez and Julius Babao have denied allegations that they were paid P10 million by contractors Sarah and Curlee Discaya for interviews, following a Facebook post made by Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto. “Bago tanggapin ng mga kilalang journalists ang alok para mag-interview ng Contractor na Pumapasok sa Politika, hindi ba nila naisip na, ‘Uy teka, ba’t kaya handa ’to magbigay ng 10 million* para lang magpa-interview sa akin?” Sotto said in a Facebook post that showed photos of Korina and Julius’ past interviews with the couple. “I know for a fact that…

By Fiel Gia Ramada Viva One gave fans plenty to cheer about at the “Vivarkada: The Ultimate Fancon and Grand Concert” on August 15, revealing a fresh lineup of Wattpad stories headed for the screen. Leading the pack are are the titles “My Husband is a Mafia Boss” and “Hell University.” For longtime Wattpad readers, “My Husband is a Mafia Boss” by Yanalovesyouu needs no introduction. With millions of reads and a loyal community that has kept the story alive for years, it’s a mix of romance, action and mafia drama that has left fans fiercely protective of its characters.…

By John Romme Alba At the recent “Vivarkada: The Ultimate Fandom and Grand Concert” held at The Big Dome, Viva One revealed the newest cast members of its hit teen rom-com series “Ang Mutya Ng Section E,” now entering its second book. Joining the ensemble are Joko Diaz as Kaizer Watsons, Billy Villeya as Dylan, Jeffrey Hidalgo as Andy Estrada, Austin Dizon as Jason, Taneo Uyam as Ryosuke Soto, and Rhen Escaño as Honeybee Ryder. Book 2 continues the journey of Jay-Jay (played by Ashtine Olviga) and the students of Section E. What once seemed like a resolved chapter now…

By John Romme Alba In an interview on Rated Korina, Marlou Arizala, once widely known as “Xander Ford,” looked back on his rollercoaster journey through fame, reflecting on both the highs of stardom and the painful lows that followed. Arizala described his sudden rise to popularity as nothing short of phenomenal. Following his highly publicized transformation, “Xander Ford” became an online sensation who attracted media attention. But behind the spotlight, Marlou revealed a different reality. Contrary to public perception, he said he never earned millions during his peak as Xander Ford. “After po nun, nung sunod-sunod na po yung project…

By Fiel Gia Ramada South Korean actor and ASTRO member and Korean actor Cha Eun Woo is winning hearts even as he serves in the military. During his dishwashing duty, fellow trainees reportedly kept bringing him dishes just to sneak a peek at him. According to an online community post on August 19, a netizen shared, “My superior’s son is in the same training batch as Cha Eun Woo. That week, he was assigned to dishwashing duty, and everyone kept bringing their dishes to him just to catch a glimpse of his face.” Another one shared, “Even with a shaved…

By Fiel Gia Ramada The battle for one heart is about to hit the big screen as Will Ashley, Bianca De Vera, and Dustin Yu team up for an upcoming love triangle film from Star Cinema, GMA Pictures, and Regal Films. Directed by blockbuster director Mae Cruz Alviar, known for hit films such as “Rewind,” “Four Sisters Before the Wedding,” and “Can’t Help Falling in Love.” The movie will explore a story where hearts collide, desires clash and love doesn’t come without a fight. The project marks the first time the three former housemates of Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab…

By Fiel Gia Ramada TVING’s action-packed school drama “Study Group” is officially returning for Season 2, with Hwang Min-hyun confirmed to reprise his role as Yoon Ga-min. Based on the popular Naver webtoon, the series follows a model student who relies on his fists rather than his books to survive at Korea’s worst high school, while aiming to get into university. With its mix of exciting action and emotional storylines, Study Group became a successful hit upon its January 2025 premiere. The drama ranked No. 1 on TVING for new paid subscribers for five consecutive weeks and hit the Top…