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By John Romme Alba Kapuso comedian Michael V appeared to have answered the call of netizens to impersonate controversial contractor Sarah Discaya. Known for his genius comedy skits and spoofs, Michael V uploaded on Facebook a video showing himself dressed in a style similar to a Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) contractor. The video, originally posted on the “Bubble Gang” Facebook page, bore the caption: “Hindi pa tapos ang hearing.” Although Michael V did not directly mention Sarah Discaya, his co-star Paolo Contis seemed to confirm the spoof by sharing a selfie with him fully dressed as the…

By John Romme Alba The country’s biggest names in television and film have joined forces to back the launch of “Tara, Nood Tayo!” The nationwide infomercial drive that calls on Filipinos to practice responsible viewing while breathing new life into the local creative sector. Headed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos and the First Family, the initiative officially called “Responsableng Panonood tungo sa Bagong Pilipinas,” is part of the administration’s broader cultural and nation-building agenda. The campaign is led by the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) under the leadership of chairperson and CEO…

By Fiel Gia Ramada Anime fans are in for a treat this October as “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba In Concert” is coming to The Theatre at Solaire on October 11 and 12, 2025, at 2 p.m. The show will feature an 18-piece live band performing the iconic soundtrack from the Tanjiro Kamado, Unwavering Resolve Arc. All this while some of the most unforgettable scenes from the anime will play on a giant screen, delivering a once-in-a-lifetime immersive experience for the fans. Based on Koyoharu Gotouge’s hit manga and anime series, Demon Slayer follows the story of Tanjiro Kamado, a…

By Fiel Gia Ramada Filipino moviegoers proved once again that they love a good jumpscare. The Conjuring: Last Rites creeped into cinemas on September 3, and became the biggest opening day ever for a horror film in the Philippines. Warner Bros. Pictures confirmed the film also claimed the highest-grossing midnight screening in Philippine history, with fans lining up for its 12:00 a.m. showings nationwide. TThe R-16 finale of the Conjuring franchise made history in the Philippines, scoring the biggest opening day ever for a horror film and beating the record once held by Final Destination: Bloodlines. The ninth and final…

By John Romme Alba K-pop boy group EXO is set to make its return this December, sparking excitement among fans eager to see the group together again. The group teased the possible comeback and reunion on Monday, Sept. 8, that coincided with the total lunar eclipse. On their official social media pages, the announcement included a photo of an eclipse and a line from their 2012 “MAMA” music video intro: “The day the Red Force is purified and the legends reunite into one perfect root, a new world shall open up.” The comeback comes as most members are either completing…

by Fiel Gia Ramada BLACKPINK has once again made history at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, becoming the most awarded K-pop girl group in VMA history. At the recently held awards show that took place on September 7, 2025 in New York City, BLACKPINK won the “Group of the Year” award for the second time which is a first for any female K-pop act to do so. Member Lisa also secured her third “Best K-Pop” win, this time for “Born Again,” her collaboration with Doja Cat and Raye. Rosé also earned her first-ever solo VMA this year, winning “Song…

Quezon City First District Rep. Arjo Atayde has denied benefiting from contractors, after his name was mentioned during the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee hearing on alleged irregularities in flood control projects. Atayde, who was among the lawmakers identified by contractor Pacifico “Curlee” Discaya II, maintained that he never used his position for personal advantage. Discaya earlier testified that certain Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials and politicians allegedly solicited kickbacks from his firm. “I categorically deny the allegation that I benefited from any contractor. I have never dealt with them. Hindi po totoo ang mga akusasyon na ito…

Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto on Wednesday called on protesters to remain peaceful following a demonstration at the St. Gerrard Construction Building reportedly owned by the contractor Discayas. He cautioned that such actions could result in injuries. “I understand that we are angry and frustrated, but let’s not resort to violence or acts that could potentially lead to violence or injuries,” Sotto said in a statement. He stressed that when protests turn aggressive, it is often the wrong people who end up hurt. “Hindi naman yung mga corrupt ang masasaktan pag bumigay ang gate, hindi rin sila ang matatamaan ng…

By Fiel Gia Ramada “They really need to invest on a stylist before they invest on these (expletive) fashion stuff.” That’s how Filipino-American influencer Bretman Rock slammed those “nepo babies” in the Philippines who are under public scrutiny because of family ties to people behind allegedly anomalous government infrastructure projects. In a recent Instagram story, what began as a casual Q&A about languages turned into a takedown when Bretman called out the “questionable ugly fashion choices” of those “nepo babies.” “There is bigger fishes to fry, especially in the Philippines right now,” he started. “Like these nepo babies using up…

By John Romme Alba For many people, a sudden health crisis can feel like the end of everything they’ve worked hard for. But for It’s Showtime “Miss Q and A” Season 1 winner Juliana Parizcova Segovia, it became the ultimate test of strength, faith and love for family. In an interview, the comedian, whose real name is Tyrone James Ortega, opened up about how life turned upside down after suffering a stroke. “Yung recovery po, first month, naka-wheelchair ako, and then the next two to three months, nagtutungkod na lang ako. Kasi kahit nung first week pa lang akong na-stroke,…