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Renée Hartshorne Talks About Being a Model in the Philippines

"I think it’s easy for some people to forget that models are human beings with feelings, needs, and boundaries, not just random mannequins."

Katseye to release first EP despite lukewarm response

Joshua Garcia shares his experience dubbing for "Inside Out 2" on Disney+

#philstarnews #shorts Joshua Garcia shares his experience dubbing for "Inside Out 2" on Disney+, the first movie on the platform to have a Filipino dub. Video by Philstar.com / Kristofer Purnell

Marinara: Full Episode 67 (Stream Together)

To celebrate finding her second daughter, Maria (Rufa Mae Quinto), Juan Miguel (Rufa Mae Quinto) organizes a party, but a known individual tries to sabotage the event. Watch the episodes of ‘Marinara’ starring Rufa Mae Quinto, Alfred Valdes, Angel Quino, Ronaldo Valdez. Marinara's story centers on a young, innocent mermaid who ventures to the surface to find her two sisters.

Blitz official trailer

A boy's journey. A mother's love. Miles of burning city between them. Saoirse Ronan stars in the new film Blitz, from Academy Award Winner Steve McQueen.

SB19 receives signed albums from KATSEYE

SB19 just received signed albums from KATSEYE! On Instagram Stories, the P-pop group shared a photo of five signed copies of KATSEYE’s "SIS (Soft Is Strong)" album. “Thank you [KATSEYE],” SB19 wrote in the caption, tagging the global girl group. Courtesy: SB19/Instagram Stories KATSEYE is in the Philippines from September 17 to 19. The girl group had a fan showcase titled, "KATSEYE: Touchdown in Manila," on September 18 at 6 p.m. at Ayala Malls...

Lapillus’ Chanty proud of HORI7ON and New:ID; excited about acting comeback

As someone who’s part of the K-pop industry herself, Chanty of Lapillus is proud of her labelmates HORI7ON and New:ID who are carving their own paths in the music industry. Chanty, who remains a member of the K-pop girl group, told INQUIRER.net on the sidelines of the Preview Ball that seeing HORI7ON and New:ID is proof that Filipinos can keep up with the international music scene. “I feel so proud of them. Siyempre kasi (Of course), as someone...

Rochelle Pangilinan reacts to hilariously aggressive praise for 'Pulang Araw' performance: 'Kalma!'

Rochelle Pangilinan has been receiving a lot of praise for her performance in "Pulang Araw" — including explosive ones. On Instagram, the actress and dancer posted a screenshot of a DM she received from a supporter, who got a bit aggressive in praising Rochelle for her role. The message read: “Hi Rochelle. Gusto ko lang murahin ka sa napakagaling mong pag ganap sa Pulang Araw. T-ng inaaaaaa! Iba ka!” The fan added clapping and facepalm emojis....

‘Emily in Paris’ is returning for Season 5!

“Emily in Paris” starring Lily Collins is returning for another season! On Instagram on Monday, Netflix U.S. shared the good news through a promotional video featuring Lily's character, Emily. “It’s official: EMILY IN PARIS is coming back for season 5!” the caption read. In the video, Emily can be seen sipping coffee from a cup that has the words “Emily in Paris” printed on the front and the number “5” on the bottom. “There’s no place like...

50th anniversary of MMFF showcases iconic movie stars mural

Artists paint a mural depicting iconic movie stars in the Philippine Cinema at the Old MMDA building along Edsa Guadalupe in Makati City on Thursday, September 19. The mural is part of the 50th anniversary celebration of the Metro Manila Film Fest (MMFF) paying homage to the legends who have shaped the nation's cinematic landscape. (MB Video by Mark Balmores) Subscribe to the Manila Bulletin Online channel! - https://www.youtube.com/TheManilaBulletin Visit our website at http://mb.com.ph Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/manilabulletin Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/manila_bulletin Instagram: https://instagram.com/manilabulletin Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@manilabulletin #ManilaBulletinOnline #ManilaBulletin #LatestNews

Movies with the same title (that are completely different)

When we mention famous movie titles such as 'The Fast and the Furious' or 'Twilight,' most of us associate them with the 2001 and 2008 films, respectively. This makes sense, as these are indeed the most famous movies with these names. But there are in fact other movies with the same titles, which, unlike remakes, have a completely different plot. Click through the following gallery and get to know the movies that share the same title but are completely different.

Crystal Paras to release new single, reflects on showbiz journey after 5 years

Crystal Paras is set to drop her second single, "You, Me, and Us," on October 11. The new record comes two years after her debut song, "Hintay," which was released in 2022. In a media conference on Wednesday, the Sparkle actress said she was given the song four years ago. The piece is about a person who promises to stay despite the hardships in a relationship. "Parang bakit ako susuko just because it's hard?" she said. "I will not give up just...

Ina and Jeffrey Garten: What to know about their relationship

All about Ina and Jeffrey Garten's love story and relationship timeline including their wedding photos, jobs and history together.

The best Emmy-awarded drama series: How many have you seen?

Eva Mendes Says Working With Ryan Gosling Was ‘Such a High’

She explained why acting alongside Gosling led her to step away from the industry after.

Sweetpea official trailer

The girl everyone overlooks might just be able to get away with murder.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs arrested, charged: A timeline of allegations and the rapper's career

After Sean "Diddy" Combs' homes were raided in March and a 2016 video showed him assaulting ex Cassie Ventura, the rapper was arrested in September.

Coney Reyes doesn’t interfere in son Vico Sotto’s love life

There is no point denying that not all actors are meant to last for decades. Popularity is fleeting for some of them; only a few remain visible onscreen despite audiences’ unpredictable and fickle tastes. Coney Reyes is one of the country’s finest actresses, whose staying power is synonymous with impressive acting performances. Coney has been around the local entertainment industry for 50 years and has taken on varied character roles on the big...

The last songs recorded by famous artists

Have you ever wondered what was the last song your favorite music artists recorded in the studio before they died? Or what was the last song recorded by a legendary band that are no longer together? If so, you're in for a treat! We delve deep into music history and bring you the last songs recorded by famous artists. Curious? Click on!

Advocacy series ‘WPS’ hopes to spread awareness about ‘West Philippine Sea’

The series is planned to be made available on major television networks, as well as radio networks, and online. The arrival of the upcoming advocacy series, WPS (West Philippine Sea), could not be any more relevant, today, as it talks about, the disputed islands, themselves. Hoping to impart timely message, and debunk fake news allegedly

Batman to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

On Thursday, September 26, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will award the 2,790th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame to honor Batman. This historic moment will have esteemed guests such as Jim Lee, DC’s President, Artist, Publisher, and Chief Creative Officer, and Anne DePies, DC’s Senior Vice President and General Manager, witnessing the prestigious accolade being awarded to a comic book superhero. The ceremony will start at 11:30 a.m. PT....

The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh official trailer

New comedy from Prime Video following the Pradeep family as they move from India to America.

Jahns takes command in Antipolo after a 64

Keanu Jahns hit six of his eight birdies on his front nine on Wednesday and went on to shoot a seven-under-par 71 as the big guns never got anything going in the rain-hit opening round of the P2 million ICTSI Forest Hills Classic in Antipolo. The long-hitting Filipino-German recorded his best start in a pro event with his 30-34 effort as he continues to hunt down that elusive maiden triumph, one he came close to notching during the Splendido...

‘LOTR: The Rings of Power’: Lore and levity in Middle-earth

When we spoke to JD Payne—who shares showrunner duties with Patrick McKay in Prime Video’s “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power”—in a virtual interview two years ago, we were impressed by his enthusiasm and eloquence. Indeed, the good-looking, Yale-educated writer-producer knew how to “sell” his long-term concept for the show so well that it made us understand the reason behind not just casting “relative unknowns” in crucial roles, but...

The greatest female guitarists of all time

Being hailed a guitar hero—or heroine—is no easy feat. Usually, a combination of technical ability and musicality come into play (pun intended), but factors such as a guitarist's contribution to a genre also play a role in determining one's greatness. Indeed, there are many female guitarists who have earned their place in music history many times over. In this gallery, we celebrate some of the greatest female guitarists of all time. Click on and check them out.

David Licauco on 'Pulang Araw' dynamics with Barbie Forteza: 'We both understand each other better now'

Just like their roles in "Pulang Araw," David Licauco said that his friendship and working relationship with Barbie Forteza have also grown more mature. On Thursday's "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda," the Pambansang Ginoo acknowledged that he has more close scenes with Barbie in the series compared to their projects before. They previously worked together in "Maria Clara at Ibarra" and "Maging Sino Ka Man," their first and second series together as a...

David Archuleta and Benedict Cua drink lambanog, eat Filipino desserts

David Archuleta was in for a fun time as he joined Benedict Cua in a session of day drinking and indulging in Filipino desserts. The vlogger and Kapuso actor posted a TikTok video with David as part of his #craBENs series. “I’m a little tipsy now,” Benedict said at the start. “We had lambanog,” he wrote in the video. David and Ben started with Zamboanga-style halo-halo, which is made with fresh fruits. Benedict said that the dessert was...

The shenanigans of the 0.001%

A decade ago, Singaporean-born writer Kevin Kwan dazzled the world with the Asian chick lit-romcom novel “Crazy Rich Asians,” which became a hit movie starring Michelle Yeoh as the strict Chinese matriarch and featuring Kris Aquino as a high-born princess. Sprinkled with details of designer bags and gowns (Kwan studied in the Parsons School of Design in New York), the book also contains accounts of excess, titillating us mortals with a glimpse...

The Best Movies of All Time

Margot Robbie’s ‘The Sims’ movie currently in development

Margot Robbie’s movie based on the life-simulation gaming series “The Sims” is confirmed to be in the early stages of development. Robbie’s company, LuckyChap, which was behind the successful movie adaptation “Barbie,” will produce the upcoming film alongside another board game adaptation, “Monopoly.” In February, the Hollywood actress told Variety that they want to create films that will have the same impact as “Barbie.” “We want to make more...

Veteran broadcast journalist Dindo Amparo named new PBS-BBS chief

MANILA, Philippines — Veteran broadcast journalist Fernando “Dindo” Amparo Sanga was named as the new director general of the Presidential Broadcast Service – Bureau of Broadcast Services (PBS-BBS). According to the Presidential Communications Office (PCO), Amparo took his oath before Press Secretary Cesar Chavez on Wednesday night. Also present in the ceremony was outgoing PBS-BBS Director General Rizal Giovanni Aportadera. READ: Cesar Chavez...

The world's greatest rock guitarists

Eddie Van Halen was considered one of the greatest guitarists of all time. His passing sees rock music deprived of one of its most original and dazzling exponents, a musician whose virtuoso guitar technique prompted his contemporaries to call him a modern-day Mozart. Indeed, he was one of a select group of guitarists whose creative clout and amazing technical ability has inspired thousands to pick up the instrument and learn to play. But who else can strike such a resonating chord with rock music fans? Click through the following gallery and take a look at some of the world's most influential guitarists.

Born on September 19: Nile Rodgers, tireless creator of very Chic hits

This difficult start to life later led him to escape into music, where his parents often left him alone. Music kept him company and he listened to her as much as he practiced her, first with the flute at the age of six, then on classical guitar during his adolescence. At the age of 18, he took part in the TV program "Sesame Street" as a guitarist, then in the legendary Apollo Theater in Harlem where he accompanied Aretha Franklin. "I already...

Shining Inheritance: Aurea finally tasted Inna’s special dish! (Episode 9 - Part 3/3)

Aired (September 19, 2024): As Aurea (Coney Reyes) grabs the chance to taste Inna’s (Kate Valdez) special dish for her small business, she admires the latter more for having an entrepreneur mindset. #GMANetwork #GMADrama #Kapuso

Armi Millare says she has rights to sing ex-band's hit songs

MANILA, Philippines — Original Pilipino Music (OPM) singer Armi Millare revealed that she has the rights to perform her previous songs from her ex-band because she was the one who wrote them. After her performance in Hard Rock Café Manila recently, Philstar.com asked Armi about her songs from her previous band. "Yes, of course because I wrote the songs so I should be able to play them. Now more mature I guess, iba 'yung twist no'ng songs, I hope...

Famous songs that were written for movies

It's easy to forget that many of the hit songs that have remained popular for generations were first written for movies. Whether the musician in question starred in the movie or simply created a song for the soundtrack, their songs lived on in public memory long after the credits rolled. How many of these tunes were you already aware were specifically created for the movies? Click on and test your knowledge!

Winners of Eurovision, from ABBA to Celine Dion and Nemo

YEONJUN drops solo mixtape 'GGUM'

The 4th Gen IT Boy has arrived! YEONJUN of TOMORROW X TOGETHER has just released his first solo mixtape, GGUM, on all streaming platforms, with the music video for the track released on YouTube Thursday afternoon. In the video, Yeonjun is seen breaking into a radio broadcast and crashing into a live show, as well as executing a well-choreographed dance number at a subway tunnel, all while chewing a piece of gum. It ends with a gum bubble...

International Oscar Race: Sweden Selects ‘The Last Journey'

Sweden: ‘The Last Journey’ “The Last Journey,” a documentary feature directed by Filip Hammar and Fredrik Wikingsson, has been chosen by Sweden to represent the country in the International Feature Film race. The film follows Lars Hammar, Filip Hammar’s father, who after 40 years as a beloved French teacher in Köping is retiring. But instead of a “third […]

LOOK: Joshua Garcia to voice Lance Slashblade in Filipino-dubbed 'Inside Out 2'

Joshua Garcia will take part in the Filipino-dubbed version of Inside Out 2! The actor took to Instagram on Wednesday, Sept. 19 to share some of his behind-the-scenes moments while working on the upcoming offering. “Joy is in control in my emotional HQ [right now],” he wrote in the caption. Joshua is lending his voice to Lance Slashblade, a video g...

Wolfgang's Basti Artadi says band 'not supporting' Ivory/Vicor for paying P2.40 per P1,900 vinyl recording

Basti Artadi, the frontman of Filipino rock band Wolfgang, said they're "not supporting" the record labels Ivory Music and Vicor Music over issues on royalty fees. In an Instagram post on Wednesday, Sept. 18, Artadi said Ivory and Vicor, which are under the Viva Music Group, will pay Wolfgang P2.40 per P1,900 vinyl record of its eponymous debut stu...

Sequels and prequels that made fans wait a long time

More than 20 years later, 'The Passion of the Christ,' which grossed over US$600 million at the box office and swiftly became one of the highest-grossing R-rated films of all time, is returning with a sequel that promises big emotions. Director Mel Gibson is reportedly in Malta, currently in discussions with Maltese officials about using the island as a filming location for the upcoming 'The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection,' with plans to start filming in 2025. Neither Gibson nor star Jim Caviezel, who is returning for the sequel, have hid their commitment to making the sequel a reality. Gibson first announced the project in 2016, and in 2018 Caviezel shared his excitement, predicting the film would be "the biggest movie in history." Click through the gallery to see which other sequels and prequels made fans wait the longest.

30 films you have to watch once in your life

Figuring out exactly what you want to watch can be tough with so many options available. Whether it's Hollywood or foreign cinema, we have been given unforgettable stories and characters that have turned into modern classics. Be it romance, drama, or comedy, there are essential films that everyone must watch once in their lives. So, get your popcorn ready and click through this gallery of 30 films you just have to watch at some point.

X accounts of ABS-CBN News, GMA Network, SM Cinema, and other major organizations worldwide hacked

The X accounts of ABS-CBN News, GMA Network, and SM Cinema—as well as dozens of global figures and major organizations—were apparently hacked early Thursday, Sept. 19. At 2:07 a.m., ABS-CBN News and GMA Network tweeted: “THIS IS HACKED ACCOUNT!!!! INTRODUCING $HACKED ON SOLANA on each account we hack we publish the token address so we pump it and m...

'Amazing Earth' teases new adventures beginning September 20

GMA Network's award-winning infotainment program “Amazing Earth” offers new titles and interesting discoveries about nature starting this Friday. Hosted by Kapuso Primetime King Dingdong Dantes, the program features breathtaking adventures around the globe that inspire viewers to love and preserve the environment. Kicking off the fresh episodes this September 20 are the timely and relevant stories from “The World’s Deadliest Weather.” Relive...

Roll the credits: the final films of great directors

The career of a movie director is often—and sometimes unfairly—defined by their last picture. On the one hand, there are filmmakers whose final screen statements rank among the best of their entire output. On the other hand, there are those who take to the director's chair long after having run out of creative steam despite enjoying a long and otherwise successful turn behind the camera. So what are the final films, for better or worse, made by legendary film directors? Click through this gallery and find out what they left us.

Lani Misalucha shares winning qualities of a Clasher

“I make it a point that I go home… gagawin at gagawin ko ito hanggat mayroon (I will do it as long as there is (a chance).” That was Lani Misalucha sharing her thoughts on what keeps her coming back as a judge of “The Clash 2024” in a recent press conference to herald its season six. The Original Pilipino Music (OPM) artist and Asia’s Nightingale is a pioneering member of the singing and reality search’s panel in charge of “finding the best and...

‘More Pinoys prefer YouTube for information, entertainment’

MANILA, Philippines — More Filipinos are watching content on online video sharing platform YouTube, making it the “preferred information and entertainment channel” for those with internet-connected televisions. “In the Philippines, YouTube isn’t just another platform; it’s the new TV. Filipinos are turning to YouTube for everything from how-to content to daily dose of entertainment, all from the comfort of their living rooms or on the go via...

The worst movies made by the best directors

In this day and age, we're blessed with a myriad of talented directors who provide us with cinematic treasures on a yearly basis. Each has its own distinct style you can spot in an instant. For example, you'll always know when you're watching Quentin Tarantino or Tim Burton. That being said, they didn't always get the chance to infuse their projects with their personal flare. In this gallery, let's take a look as some of the worst movies made by the best directors in history.

The best TV show soundtracks of all time

Like movies, some TV shows have great soundtracks. Music can really have an impact on a scene, and directors know it. This is why many use music to emphasize certain aspects, evoke certain emotional responses, and add an extra layer to their work. We've talked about the best TV theme songs of the 21st century before, and now it's time to delve a little deeper and find out which shows have the best soundtracks overall. Click through and discover the best TV show soundtracks of all time.