https://www.philstar.com/rss/entertainment Philippine News for the Filipino Global Community (c) 2026, philstar.com. All rights reserved. 15Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:32:15 +0800 en https://www.philstar.com/korean-wave/2026/09/10/2555073/choo-young-woo-kim-so-hyun-star-university-melodramaKristofer Purnell Choo Young-woo and Kim So-hyun play mismatched souls in the upcoming melodrama "Between Steps." Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:42:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/korean-wave/2026/09/10/2555073/choo-young-woo-kim-so-hyun-star-university-melodrama https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/10/2555124/jodi-sta-maria-narrates-docu-bangsamoro-women-peaceJan Milo Severo Award-winning actress Jodi Sta. Maria is lending her voice to ABS-CBN News’ latest documentary, which tells the stories of Bangsamoro women rebuilding their lives after years of conflict. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:55:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/10/2555124/jodi-sta-maria-narrates-docu-bangsamoro-women-peace https://www.philstar.com/movies/2026/09/10/2555326/p100-movie-tickets-hundreds-theaters-join-national-cinema-dayKristofer Purnell P100 for a movie ticket? Tara sine! Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:36:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/movies/2026/09/10/2555326/p100-movie-tickets-hundreds-theaters-join-national-cinema-day https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/10/2555312/alden-richards-be-vice-gandas-first-guest-gandang-gabi-vice-comebackJan Milo Severo Alden Richards will be Vice Ganda’s first guest on the returning talk show “Gandang Gabi Vice,” which will premiere on GMA-7 on Sunday, September 13. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:41:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/10/2555312/alden-richards-be-vice-gandas-first-guest-gandang-gabi-vice-comeback https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/10/2555263/mantsa-explores-things-scarier-ghostsLeah C. Salterio The trailer of director Louie Ignacio’s intriguing horror-suspense thriller, “Mantsa” (Stain), brags there are scarier things out there than just ghosts. “That’s something to look forward to,” said veteran actress Pilar Pilapil, who top-bills the cast of the film. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/10/2555263/mantsa-explores-things-scarier-ghosts https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/10/2555265/what-roller-coaster-journey-its-been-baron-geisler-and-jamieDolly Anne Carvajal Since the cryptic post of Baron Geisler’s wife, Jamie, is the buzz du jour, I reached out to both of them. But as of this writing, they have not replied. Sometimes silence is the best defense. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/10/2555265/what-roller-coaster-journey-its-been-baron-geisler-and-jamie https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/10/2555267/lea-salonga-star-hollywood-national-artist-nextNathalie Tomada Lea Salonga became the first-ever homegrown Filipino artist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Sept. 4, marking another huge milestone in a career that began on a Manila stage and through the years helped open doors for Filipino performers around the world. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/10/2555267/lea-salonga-star-hollywood-national-artist-next https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/10/2555357/new-voice-kids-coaches-yeng-constantino-gloc-9-look-courageous-driven-talentsJerry Donato The new season of “The Voice Kids” on GMA also features new coaches, pop-rock artist Yeng Constantino and rap legend Gloc-9. They join returning coach Julie Anne San Jose in the mentoring panel and bring their years of experience in recording and music. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/10/2555357/new-voice-kids-coaches-yeng-constantino-gloc-9-look-courageous-driven-talents https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/10/2555358/thai-internet-sensation-aon-somrutai-eyes-more-opportunities-phlCharmie Joy Pagulong  Thailand Internet sensation Aon Somrutai is keen to create more content and explore more opportunities in the Philippines after recently signing with GLXY Talent Management and Universal Records Philippines. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/10/2555358/thai-internet-sensation-aon-somrutai-eyes-more-opportunities-phl https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/09/09/2555144/benben-release-1st-anthology-album-nineKristofer Purnell Ben&Ben will release its first-ever anthology album on its ninth year anniversary.  Wed, 9 Sep 2026 18:04:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/09/09/2555144/benben-release-1st-anthology-album-nine https://www.philstar.com/on-the-radar/2026/09/09/2555100/janus-del-prado-reveals-threats-amid-critical-humorous-postsJan Milo Severo Actor Janus del Prado said he received a death threat after poking fun at singer-lawyer Jimmy Bondoc in a social media post about the Bar examinations. Wed, 9 Sep 2026 17:53:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/on-the-radar/2026/09/09/2555100/janus-del-prado-reveals-threats-amid-critical-humorous-posts https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2554879/mika-salamanca-more-mature-about-love-keeping-relationshipsJan Milo Severo The “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition” big winner says she now has a different perspective on love. Wed, 9 Sep 2026 15:46:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2554879/mika-salamanca-more-mature-about-love-keeping-relationships https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/09/09/2555085/xonara-cloud-7-among-performers-11th-ppop-music-awardsJan Milo Severo The lineup reflects the growing number of P-pop acts making their mark in the local music industry. Wed, 9 Sep 2026 15:40:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/09/09/2555085/xonara-cloud-7-among-performers-11th-ppop-music-awards https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2555092/versusan-live-drums-drag-race-philippines-season-4-excitementBernard Decloedt Get ready for another round of Filipino drag excellence. Wed, 9 Sep 2026 13:42:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2555092/versusan-live-drums-drag-race-philippines-season-4-excitement https://www.philstar.com/health-and-family/2026/09/09/2555091/obligations-over-family-life-yeng-constantino-says-not-ready-motherhoodJan Milo Severo Singer-songwriter Yeng Constantino admitted that she is not yet ready to become a mother, saying she still has responsibilities to her family that she wants to fulfill. Wed, 9 Sep 2026 13:36:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/health-and-family/2026/09/09/2555091/obligations-over-family-life-yeng-constantino-says-not-ready-motherhood https://www.philstar.com/korean-wave/2026/09/09/2555087/so-ji-sub-show-releases-ticket-details-all-seated-manila-fan-meetingKristofer Purnell Ticketing information for So Ji-sub's Manila return have been released Wed, 9 Sep 2026 13:30:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/korean-wave/2026/09/09/2555087/so-ji-sub-show-releases-ticket-details-all-seated-manila-fan-meeting https://www.philstar.com/health-and-family/2026/09/09/2555084/never-been-question-kakie-pangilinan-stresses-love-ate-kc-concepcionKristofer Purnell Kakie Pangilinan made it clear that while she and KC Concepcion haven't spoken in a while, the love between them remains strong. Wed, 9 Sep 2026 12:43:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/health-and-family/2026/09/09/2555084/never-been-question-kakie-pangilinan-stresses-love-ate-kc-concepcion https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/09/09/2555075/gary-valenciano-joins-calls-stop-uploads-full-concert-onlineJan Milo Severo Singer Gary Valenciano has joined fellow Filipino performers in speaking out against the practice of uploading entire concert performances online without the artists’ permission. Wed, 9 Sep 2026 12:17:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/09/09/2555075/gary-valenciano-joins-calls-stop-uploads-full-concert-online https://www.philstar.com/on-the-radar/2026/09/09/2554867/tv-then-and-now-bela-padilla-voices-concern-over-kids-digital-consumptionJan Milo Severo Actress-director Bela Padilla has voiced concern over the growing number of violent incidents involving young people, particularly school violence, and the kind of content children are now exposed to online. Wed, 9 Sep 2026 11:49:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/on-the-radar/2026/09/09/2554867/tv-then-and-now-bela-padilla-voices-concern-over-kids-digital-consumption https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2555072/dingdong-dantes-reveals-condition-zia-join-the-voice-kidsJan Milo Severo Dingdong gave one condition before allowing his firstborn to follow in his footsteps.  Wed, 9 Sep 2026 11:16:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2555072/dingdong-dantes-reveals-condition-zia-join-the-voice-kids https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2555062/after-17-years-air-barangay-love-stories-heads-televisionJan Milo Severo After 17 years on radio, “Barangay Love Stories” is making the jump to television. Wed, 9 Sep 2026 09:02:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2555062/after-17-years-air-barangay-love-stories-heads-television https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2554904/bela-padilla-opens-personal-struggles-while-filming-life-after-youCharmie Joy Pagulong What really happened to the friendship of Bela Padilla with Kim Chiu and Angelica Panganiban? Wed, 9 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2554904/bela-padilla-opens-personal-struggles-while-filming-life-after-you https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2554905/star-worxs-queenay-mercado-produces-short-play-festivalJerry Donato  Social media personality and TV5’s Star Worx artist Queenay Mercado dabbles in theater as a co-producer of the short play festival titled “Stage Bites: PIGLAS.” She is teaming up with her sibling RK, the festival director and founder of the theater group Dularkada Playhouse. Wed, 9 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2554905/star-worxs-queenay-mercado-produces-short-play-festival https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2554906/notebook-cast-gives-manila-production-its-heartbeatCarlo Orosa Based on Nicholas Sparks’ beloved novel and the acclaimed film, “The Notebook The Musical” tells the enduring love story of Noah and Allie — a romance that unfolds across decades, from the exhilaration and recklessness of young love to the profound tenderness of a lifetime together. Wed, 9 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2554906/notebook-cast-gives-manila-production-its-heartbeat https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2554907/hyun-bin-handling-made-korea-2-pressure-being-casts-big-brotherNathalie Tomada Hyun Bin admitted to feeling the pressure as he reprises the role of Ki-tae, an intelligence agent living a double life in “Made in Korea” Season 2. The Disney+ political crime thriller returns this Sept. 9. Wed, 9 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/09/2554907/hyun-bin-handling-made-korea-2-pressure-being-casts-big-brother https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554869/memory-love-and-morissette-shine-the-notebook-international-premiereKristofer Purnell The power of love and memory make up the emotional foundation of "The Notebook: The Musical," which made its international debut in the Philippines. Tue, 8 Sep 2026 17:20:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554869/memory-love-and-morissette-shine-the-notebook-international-premiere https://www.philstar.com/pet-life/2026/09/08/2554866/camille-prats-mourns-passing-family-dog-gucciKristofer Purnell Camille Prats recalled how her late dog Gucci "played, snuggled, and loved" all the other kids in the family. Tue, 8 Sep 2026 16:07:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/pet-life/2026/09/08/2554866/camille-prats-mourns-passing-family-dog-gucci https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554871/yeng-constantino-reveals-she-auditioned-sexbomb-girlsJan Milo Severo The singer-songwriter could have taken a very different path in showbiz. Tue, 8 Sep 2026 15:57:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554871/yeng-constantino-reveals-she-auditioned-sexbomb-girls https://www.philstar.com/korean-wave/2026/09/08/2554860/taxi-driver-star-lee-je-hoon-visit-manilaKristofer Purnell Lee Je-hoon is coming back to the Philippines later this year to meet with Filipino fans anew. Tue, 8 Sep 2026 14:33:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/korean-wave/2026/09/08/2554860/taxi-driver-star-lee-je-hoon-visit-manila https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554858/jericho-rosales-ashtine-olviga-among-miff-2026-winnersKristofer Purnell "Manila's Finest" and "58th" were the big winners of the 2026 Manila International Film Festival. Tue, 8 Sep 2026 13:43:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554858/jericho-rosales-ashtine-olviga-among-miff-2026-winners https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554846/max-collins-gets-cheeky-ryan-bang-its-showtimeJan Milo Severo Kapamilya TV host-comedian Ryan Bang and Kapuso actress Max Collins had viewers and netizens laughing over their playful exchange on the noontime variety show “It’s Showtime.” Tue, 8 Sep 2026 11:57:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554846/max-collins-gets-cheeky-ryan-bang-its-showtime https://www.philstar.com/korean-wave/2026/09/08/2554845/lisa-blackpink-hid-past-relationships-protect-groups-imageKristofer Purnell The Thai singer opens up a little about her dating history. Tue, 8 Sep 2026 10:51:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/korean-wave/2026/09/08/2554845/lisa-blackpink-hid-past-relationships-protect-groups-image https://www.philstar.com/movies/2026/09/08/2554843/new-insidious-overtakes-odyssey-2nd-biggest-film-philippines-so-farKristofer Purnell "Insidious" beats "The Odyssey" and is now chasing "Spider-Man: Brand New Day." Tue, 8 Sep 2026 09:53:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/movies/2026/09/08/2554843/new-insidious-overtakes-odyssey-2nd-biggest-film-philippines-so-far https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554651/raw-chaotic-real-girlhood-saving-cherryIsabella Cuartero Regal Entertainment does it again, proving that unconventional stories can resonate with audiences. With “Saving Cherry,” Regal takes a bold swing, giving Barbie Forteza one of her most daring roles yet. Tue, 8 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554651/raw-chaotic-real-girlhood-saving-cherry https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554652/bts-vs-grammysBaby A. Gil All is silent now. But some weeks ago, pop music looked like it was in for a major shake-up because of BTS and the Grammys. Tue, 8 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554652/bts-vs-grammys https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554653/asia-rose-simpson-ends-miss-world-2026-bid-top-12-dominican-republic-winsJosiah Antonio The Philippines will have to wait for another year, as the country’s bet, Asia Rose Simpson, ended her journey in the Top 12 of Miss World 2026, after the coronation night held Saturday in Vietnam. Tue, 8 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554653/asia-rose-simpson-ends-miss-world-2026-bid-top-12-dominican-republic-wins https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554654/dingdong-dantes-fully-supports-daughter-zias-love-music-singingJerry Donato  Dingdong Dantes is presenting another season of “The Voice Kids,” and he’s taking on the encouraging, supportive father figure role to the new batch of aspiring singers. Tue, 8 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/08/2554654/dingdong-dantes-fully-supports-daughter-zias-love-music-singing https://www.philstar.com/movies/2026/09/07/2554647/bianca-umali-cast-joshua-garcia-julia-barretto-reunion-movieKathleen A. Llemit JoshLia plus Bianca? Bring it on!  Mon, 7 Sep 2026 17:10:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/movies/2026/09/07/2554647/bianca-umali-cast-joshua-garcia-julia-barretto-reunion-movie https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/09/07/2554627/nadine-lustre-mixes-rap-latest-single-collab-apldeapJan Milo Severo Nadine in her rap era.  Mon, 7 Sep 2026 15:33:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/09/07/2554627/nadine-lustre-mixes-rap-latest-single-collab-apldeap https://www.philstar.com/health-and-family/2026/09/07/2554611/ogie-diaz-gifts-daughter-erin-p1m-remaining-single-childfree-25Jan Milo Severo The talent manager encourage his eldest to enjoy her current status with a bountiful reward.  Mon, 7 Sep 2026 10:33:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/health-and-family/2026/09/07/2554611/ogie-diaz-gifts-daughter-erin-p1m-remaining-single-childfree-25