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by John Romme Alba The beloved cast of “Reply 1988” may soon reunite to celebrate the hit Korean-drama series’ 10th anniversary. Production company “EggisComing” has confirmed that discussions are underway to create special content for the milestone event, though no concrete details have been finalized yet. Fans were thrilled to hear that Girl’s Day member and actress Lee Hye-ri, who played the lovable Deok-sun, has been confirmed to participate. Her agency, “Sublime,” announced her attendance, further fueling excitement among viewers who still hold her drama nearly a decade after its airing. However, one important cast might be absent. Actor Ryu…

By John Romme Alba Global superstar Lisa has released a short-film for “Dream,” a standout track from her debut full-length solo album “Alter Ego.” The emotionally charged visual, starring Japanese actor Kentaro Sakaguchi, offers fans a glimpse into the more vulnerable and dramatic side of the BLACKPINK member. The video, teased over several days through love and loss. LISA’s character revisits bittersweet memories with a former partner, moving through scenes of intense romance to moments of deep heartbreak. The project highlights her range as a performer, showcasing acting skills rarely seen in her music videos. The release follows a major career…

By Fiel Ramada Following her emotional pregnancy announcement, Bea Borres is setting the record straight amid growing online discourse about the identity of her baby’s father. The actress and content creator, who recently shared a vlog documenting the moment she found out she was having a baby, recently clarified that she has no plans to co-parent. In a Facebook post, Bea firmly stated, “I’m really not gonna co-parent po with anyone.” The conversation took a turn when Meray Yamada, also a content creator and Bea’s ex-boyfriend, declared his intention to be present in their child’s life and that he never…

By Fiel Gia Ramada Filipina singer-actress Aubrey Caraan will pair up with South Korean artist Lee Dae Won in a cross-cultural music project as the first official venture under the newly signed partnership between Viva Communications Inc. and Milagro Korea. This collaboration between two promising young stars marks the beginning of creative collaborations between South Korea and the Philippines, blending Filipino OPM music with the global appeal of Korean pop culture. The announcement came shortly after Viva reached an agreement with Milagro last July 9 for a strategic entertainment partnership. Its objective is to represent Korean artists in the Philippines…

By John Romme Alba After the moody, black-and-white era of “The Tortured Poets Department” album broke records, Taylor Swift is ushering in a bold new era with her 12th studio album “The Life of a Showgirl.” Announced last Tuesday on “New Heights,” the podcast hosted by NFL stars Travis and Jason Kelce, with Travis being her boyfriend, the project has quickly been dubbed as “TS12” by Swifties.  The album’s visuals feature a striking mix of turquoise and orange tones, evoking a dazzling showbiz aesthetic. Swift describes it as the record she’s long dreamed of creating, filled with high-energy and feel-good…

Online streaming continues to dominate the entertainment landscape, and a new Filipino player is joining the fray. Fun Unlimited, a homegrown platform developed by Maralabs, has officially launched, offering a mix of local productions and international titles for viewers seeking variety and on-demand convenience. As opening salvo, Fun Unlimited will showcase a lineup of foreign films featuring notable international talent: “Survive” – Starring Sophie Turner (“Game of Thrones”) and Corey Hawkins (“Straight Outta Compton”), this survival thriller follows two strangers who forge an unlikely alliance after a devastating plane crash. “Rebound” – A South Korean sports drama based on a…

By Fiel Gia Ramada Netflix’s latest animated hit movie “KPop Demon Hunters” has officially become the second most-watched film on the platform ever since its release last June 20. According to Netflix’s official fan website Tudum, it is also the highest-viewed animated film ever on the site. The rhythmic animation, which follows fictional K-pop girl group HUNTR/X as they battle demons disguised as a rival boy band the Saja Boys, has accumulated over 184.6 million views globally, based on Netflix’s Top 10 Global Movies of all time. Its continued dominance with its ratings since its debut positions it to potentially…

By John Romme Alba Actress Yasmien Kurdi revealed that her daughter, Ayesha, underwent six months of continuous therapy following an alleged bullying incident at her former school. Speaking emotionally on Tuesday’s episode of Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, Yasmien shared the therapy played a crucial role in helping her daughter cope. “It’s very helpful for her, kasi dahil sa mga panic attacks and anxiety attacks niya,” Yasmien said. Yasmien also opened up about a past controversy involving her daughter at school, which centers on her child’s personality. In the interview, the actress recounted how the incident drew attention and concern,…

Ipinag-utos ni Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon ang perpetual revocation o habambuhay na pagkansela sa lisensya ng isang motorista matapos nitong mag-counterflow sa Skyway. Sa isang Facebook post ng Department of Transportation (DOTr) nitong Sabado, makikita sa isang closed-circuit television (CCTV) clip na kuha bandang alas-tres ng madaling araw ang isang sasakyan na sinasalubong ang ibang mga motorista sa opposite lane ng naturang express lane. “Sa kuha ng CCTV bandang 3:32am kanina, kitang-kita ang pagsalubong ng pasaway na driver sa mga sasakyan sa opposite lane ng Skyway,” saad ng DOTr. Sa isang statement, sinabi ni Dizon na kanya nang ipinag-utos ang…

The Philippine GameDev Expo (PGDX) 2025 lit up the SMX Convention Center last weekend with the country’s most passionate gamers, creators, and developers in full force, and helping charge the fun and excitement was Mountain Dew. With an energetic presence across the venue, Mountain Dew brought refreshing moments and recharging pit stops to PGDX, proving once again why it’s the go-to drink for gamers. For three straight days, Mountain Dew helped turn PGDX into a full-blown gamer’s haven with the help of the Mountain Dew Booth which is a part of the Gacha Pass. Thousands of attendees were treated to…