Author: Patricia Dela Roca

Stars of the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 2025 entry “Rekonek” shared differing views on the controversial claim that a family of four can prepare a Noche Buena meal for just P500. During the film’s media conference, former Miss Universe Gloria Diaz, celebrity couple Carmina Villarroel and Zoren Legaspi, their children Mavy and Cassy, along with co-stars Charlie Dizon, Andrea Brillantes, and Kelvin Miranda, were asked to weigh in on Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Cristina Aldeguer-Roque’s statement, which has drawn flak for being unrealistic amid rising food prices. Aldeguer-Roque earlier said P500 is enough for a decent holiday…

Rising boxer Eman Bacosa addressed criticisms about his recent interactions with celebrities, especially with his celebrity crush Jillian Ward. The comments stemmed from circulating videos of his first meeting with Ward at the premiere night of her horror film, “KMJS Gabi ng Lagim The Movie,” where Bacosa surprised the young actress with a bouquet of flowers and met other Kapuso figures, including Dingdong Dantes and Barbie Forteza. In several clips, Eman can be seen embracing Jillian and having his arm around her shoulders while posing for photos. The moment quickly sparked mixed reactions online, with some netizens calling the athlete’s…

Visayan reggae musician Budoy Marabiles has passed away at the age of 54. His death was confirmed through multiple reports on Thursday, Dec. 4. Marabiles earned recognition for popularizing Bisaya reggae as the frontman of the Cebu-based reggae band Junior Kilat, producing hits such as “Ako si M16”, “Buwad Suka Sili”, “Original Sigbin”, and “K-Fyne”. Just months before his passing, Marabiles was spotted performing his song “Kawatan” during an anti-corruption rally in Cebu, where he sang before student groups and protesters. Marabiles also was also among the housemates of Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Edition in 2006, later recording “Budoy Ako,”…

TV5 has issued a notice of termination to ABS-CBN, citing the latter’s failure to meet financial obligations related to their content supply agreement. The development was confirmed on Thursday, Dec. 4, after both networks released separate statements addressing the issue. Reports earlier surfaced that ABS-CBN had allegedly failed to remit nearly P1 billion in TV5’s share of advertisement revenues in their arrangement that allowed Kapamilya programs to air on TV5. According to TV5, the unpaid amounts have already reached a level that “severely” affects the network’s capability to sustain its own operations. As a result, the affected programs are expected…

Veteran actor Lee Soon Jae, well known for his grandfather roles in several K-drama series and movies, has passed away. According to Soompi, Lee’s family and agency confirmed his death at the age of 91, in the morning of Tuesday, Nov. 25. The late actor is among the oldest active performers in the South Korean entertainment industry with over 100 projects across television, film and theater, such as “Crash Landing On You,” “I’ll Become a Man,” “Dongui Bogam,” “See and See Again,” “Three Kim Generation,” “Men of the Bath House,” “Rustic Period,” “Toji, the Land,” “Mom’s Dead Upset,” “What on…

Andrea Brillantes surprised a lucky fan with an extra ticket to BLACKPINK’s “Deadline” concert. On social media, the actress announced that she had a spare ticket for the quartet’s much-awaited two-day show at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan over the weekend. “Hi. I have an extra ticket for tomorrow’s BLACKPINK CONCERT, baka gusto niyo? ‘Di makakapunta ate ko. Reply to this post if you want it!! Within Metro Manila only pls,” she offered in an X post on Saturday. Among the many responses, one netizen who introduced themselves as a fresh college graduate, caught Andrea’s attention after sharing a heartfelt…

American artist D4vd is reportedly being investigated as one of the suspects in the death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas-Hernandez, whose body was discovered inside his impounded vehicle in September. According to ABC News, the “Here With Me” and “Romantic Homicide” singer is now considered among the individuals who may have been involved in the teenager’s death. Investigators believe multiple people could be connected to the case and said they are already in contact with several individuals of interest. D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, is reportedly not cooperating with authorities, contrary to claims made by his public relations…

K-pop boy group ENHYPEN and their agency Belift Lab have announced a KRW 100 million donation (approximately P4 million) to support flood recovery efforts in the Philippines. Belift Lab, a subsidiary of HYBE Labels (home to global acts such as BTS, Seventeen, KATSEYE, and Le Sserafim) confirmed the contribution to The Korea Times on Thursday. According to the agency, the funds will be directed toward “flood relief efforts across various communities in the northern Philippine province of Bulacan,” among the most severely affected areas this typhoon season. It added that the donation aims to “provide relief to residents affected by…

Eman Bacosa Pacquiao, son of boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, is now officially a Kapuso after signing with GMA Network’s talent arm, Sparkle. The young athlete marked his entry into the world of entertainment after signing with the network on Wednesday, November 19. He was accompanied by his mother, Joanna Rose Bacosa, as he inked his contract at the GMA Network Center Building which was also attended by GMA executives. Just recently, Eman participated in “Thrilla in Manila 2” on October 29, an event honoring the legendary “Thrilla in Manila.” Following his victory, Eman quickly became a trending topic online, not…

The highly-anticipated fan meeting of South Korean actor Lee Jong Suk in Manila has been canceled, organizers announced just weeks before its scheduled date. Events promoter Wilbros Live confirmed that the 2025 Lee Jong Suk Asia Fanmeeting Tour, “With: Just Like This,” set to take place at the Araneta Coliseum, will no longer push through “due to unforeseen circumstances.” “We regret to inform you that the 2025 Lee Jong Suk Asia Fanmeeting Tour, ‘With: Just Like This’, in Manila scheduled on November 30, 2025 at the Araneta Coliseum has unfortunately been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances,” the statement read. Wilbros…