https://www.philstar.com/rss/entertainment Philippine News for the Filipino Global Community (c) 2026, philstar.com. All rights reserved. 15Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:34:32 +0800 en https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565206/tuesday-vargas-lauds-zaijian-jaranilla-defending-child-star-kanye-avendaoJan Milo Severo Comedienne Tuesday Vargas praised actor Zaijian Jaranilla for standing up for his young co-star Kanye Avendaño after a reporter allegedly asked the 12-year-old about his interest in appearing in a VivaMax film. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:55:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565206/tuesday-vargas-lauds-zaijian-jaranilla-defending-child-star-kanye-avendao https://www.philstar.com/movies/2026/10/23/2565223/clayface-review-dc-embraces-body-horror-amid-uneasy-futureKristofer Purnell Visual effects and prosthetic makeup do well to render the melting skin and abnormal changes of Tom Rhys Harries' Hagen. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:43:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/movies/2026/10/23/2565223/clayface-review-dc-embraces-body-horror-amid-uneasy-future https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565209/filipino-classics-auteur-works-join-oscar-bets-highlight-14th-qcinema-lineupKristofer Purnell The QCinema International Film Festival returns for its 14th edition next month with a lineup dedicated to genre filmmaking and auteur cinema. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:19:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565209/filipino-classics-auteur-works-join-oscar-bets-highlight-14th-qcinema-lineup https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565203/marian-rivera-makes-gandang-gabi-vice-debutJan Milo Severo Marian Rivera is set to make her first appearance on “Gandang Gabi Vice,” joining host Vice Ganda for an episode featuring comedy, dance and candid conversations. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:20:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565203/marian-rivera-makes-gandang-gabi-vice-debut https://www.philstar.com/lifestyle/2026/10/23/2565200/weekend-list-halloween-pre-game-ihaw-fest-concerts-galoreKristofer Purnell October is nearing its end but events and activities continue to ring around the country. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:18:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/lifestyle/2026/10/23/2565200/weekend-list-halloween-pre-game-ihaw-fest-concerts-galore https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565197/i-heart-ph-returns-hong-kong-new-seasonJan Milo Severo Lifestyle and travel show “I Heart PH” is returning to Hong Kong for a new season featuring the city’s cultural attractions, culinary destinations and local businesses which will premiere on October 25 in GTV. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:34:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565197/i-heart-ph-returns-hong-kong-new-season https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565187/sachzna-laparan-reveals-past-relationship-mccoy-de-leonJan Milo Severo Actress and social media personality Sachzna Laparan revealed that she previously had a relationship with actor McCoy de Leon, with whom she reconnected after his stint on “Pinoy Big Brother” (PBB). Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:35:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565187/sachzna-laparan-reveals-past-relationship-mccoy-de-leon https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565142/prime-video-philippines-reaffirms-commitment-entertainment-subscription-rates-riseCharmie Joy Pagulong  Prime Video Philippines has announced a subscription price increase, raising its monthly subscription fee from P149 to P249. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565142/prime-video-philippines-reaffirms-commitment-entertainment-subscription-rates-rise https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565143/regine-velasquez-phenomenon-when-voice-changes-magic-remainsCarlo Orosa There is something fascinating about the phenomenon of Regine Velasquez. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565143/regine-velasquez-phenomenon-when-voice-changes-magic-remains https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565144/vicor-60-why-vicor-now-back-where-it-startedBaby A. Gil At around this time in 1965, Vic del Rosario Jr. was going nowhere. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565144/vicor-60-why-vicor-now-back-where-it-started https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565145/paul-sorianos-4-year-old-film-the-fisher-asks-timely-questionNathalie Tomada Is filmmaker Paul Soriano’s “The Fisher,” which opened in Philippine cinemas on Oct. 21, a commentary of sorts on the current diplomatic controversy between the Philippines and China? Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/23/2565145/paul-sorianos-4-year-old-film-the-fisher-asks-timely-question https://www.philstar.com/movies/2026/10/22/2565008/keanu-reeves-talks-star-opposite-don-lee-james-wan-remakeKathleen A. Llemit The "John Wick" star will most likely team up as a cop to the Korean actor's original mob boss role in the 2019 film.  Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:27:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/movies/2026/10/22/2565008/keanu-reeves-talks-star-opposite-don-lee-james-wan-remake https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/10/22/2564810/new-songs-alert-showtime-kid-imogen-yes-my-love-calein-drop-tracksJan Milo Severo Here are the latest released singles you might want to check out.  Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:26:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/10/22/2564810/new-songs-alert-showtime-kid-imogen-yes-my-love-calein-drop-tracks https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/22/2564992/boy-abunda-touched-bimbys-promise-marry-girl-who-accepts-kuya-joshJan Milo Severo Television host Boy Abunda shared an emotional moment from his interview with Kris Aquino, recalling how the Queen of All Media spoke about her sons, Josh and Bimby. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:12:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/22/2564992/boy-abunda-touched-bimbys-promise-marry-girl-who-accepts-kuya-josh https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/22/2564985/baron-geisler-wife-jamie-attend-couples-retreat-amid-marriage-challengesJan Milo Severo Actor Baron Geisler and his wife, Jamie Evangelista, appear to be working on their marriage after attending a couples’ retreat. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:35:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/22/2564985/baron-geisler-wife-jamie-attend-couples-retreat-amid-marriage-challenges https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/22/2564981/glee-reboot-development-lea-michele-reprise-rachel-berryKristofer Purnell This is what you missed on "Glee"... it's back! Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:04:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/22/2564981/glee-reboot-development-lea-michele-reprise-rachel-berry https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/22/2564979/ashley-ortega-hopes-mavy-legaspi-her-foreverJan Milo Severo Kapuso actress Ashley Ortega hopes that her relationship with fellow Kapuso actor Mavy Legaspi will lead to a lasting commitment. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:57:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/22/2564979/ashley-ortega-hopes-mavy-legaspi-her-forever https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/22/2564836/ogie-alcasid-opens-about-wife-regine-velasquezs-finale-concerts-semi-retirementDolly Anne Carvajal The sold-out three-day “Finale” concert of Regine Velasquez ought to have been declared a national holiday for Original Pilipino Music (OPM) fans. What a historical moment for Reg. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/22/2564836/ogie-alcasid-opens-about-wife-regine-velasquezs-finale-concerts-semi-retirement https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/22/2564837/8-straight-plays-4-musicals-unveiled-inaugural-teatro-panaloCharmie Joy Pagulong From stories about home and family to LGBTQ+ narratives, the inaugural Puregold Teatro Panalo has unveiled its 12 finalists, comprising eight straight plays and four musicals, which will be staged from Feb. 20 to March 14, 2027. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/22/2564837/8-straight-plays-4-musicals-unveiled-inaugural-teatro-panalo https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/22/2564838/faith-shuvee-sanya-ashley-reveal-beauty-queen-potentialJerry Donato Showbiz and pageantry share, in a way, a special bond and connection. Some celebrities have successfully strutted their way to win national and international titles, while beauty queens have found promising and viable careers in the entertainment world. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/22/2564838/faith-shuvee-sanya-ashley-reveal-beauty-queen-potential https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564806/kris-aquino-boy-abunda-reunite-tv-after-11-years-2-part-specialKristofer Purnell Nagbabalik ang... Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:55:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564806/kris-aquino-boy-abunda-reunite-tv-after-11-years-2-part-special https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564801/marian-rivera-willing-play-villain-dingdong-dantes-the-master-cutterJan Milo Severo Marian Rivera is willing to make a guest appearance in her husband Dingdong Dantes' GMA Prime series "The Master Cutter," but she has one condition: she wants to play a villain. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:12:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564801/marian-rivera-willing-play-villain-dingdong-dantes-the-master-cutter https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564802/julia-stiles-honors-heath-ledger-dancing-stars-reunites-10-things-i-hate-about-you-castKristofer Purnell Julia Stiles and several of her "10 Things I Hate About You" co-stars paid tribute to the late actor Heath Ledger. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:57:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564802/julia-stiles-honors-heath-ledger-dancing-stars-reunites-10-things-i-hate-about-you-cast https://www.philstar.com/korean-wave/2026/10/21/2564795/twice-leader-jihyo-starts-own-company-3rd-member-leave-jypKristofer Purnell Jihyo is the third member of Twice to depart JYP Entertainment.  Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:39:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/korean-wave/2026/10/21/2564795/twice-leader-jihyo-starts-own-company-3rd-member-leave-jyp https://www.philstar.com/movies/2026/10/21/2564796/daisy-edgar-jones-brings-quiet-poignancy-new-sense-and-sensibility-adaptationJohn Marwin Elao "Sense and Sensibility" follows the Dashwood sisters as they navigate love, loss, and society's expectations of women after their father's death forces them to leave their family home. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:39:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/movies/2026/10/21/2564796/daisy-edgar-jones-brings-quiet-poignancy-new-sense-and-sensibility-adaptation https://www.philstar.com/korean-wave/2026/10/21/2564782/park-min-young-leads-office-romance-nine-sixKristofer Purnell Office dynamics are thrown for a whirl in "Nine to Six." Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:31:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/korean-wave/2026/10/21/2564782/park-min-young-leads-office-romance-nine-six https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564771/asap-xp-adds-more-music-star-studded-performances-sunday-nightsJan Milo Severo “ASAP XP” is giving viewers a longer Sunday concert experience, extending its broadcast to 7 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. starting October 18. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:45:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564771/asap-xp-adds-more-music-star-studded-performances-sunday-nights https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564773/new-pinoy-big-brother-house-unveiled-ahead-season-premiereKristofer Purnell A new era beckons for "Pinoy Big Brother" following the facade unveiling of the new Bahay ni Kuya. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:35:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564773/new-pinoy-big-brother-house-unveiled-ahead-season-premiere https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564766/az-martinez-prioritizes-acting-over-beauty-pageantsJan Milo Severo Kapuso actress AZ Martinez is focusing on her acting career and has no immediate plans to compete in another beauty pageant. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:20:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564766/az-martinez-prioritizes-acting-over-beauty-pageants https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564599/pacquiao-mcu-visionquest-namedrops-pinoy-boxing-legendKristofer Purnell Manny Pacquiao is MCU canon, officially. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564599/pacquiao-mcu-visionquest-namedrops-pinoy-boxing-legend https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564595/content-creator-james-licauco-fitness-makes-him-feel-better-more-confidentJerry Donato James Licauco has found his footing in content creation, away from show business, the turf, or the chosen field by his older brother, David Licauco. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564595/content-creator-james-licauco-fitness-makes-him-feel-better-more-confident https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564596/katrina-halili-recalls-asking-daughter-katies-permission-reuniting-kris-lawrenceNathalie Tomada Before rekindling her romance with former partner Kris Lawrence 12 years after their breakup, Katrina Halili made sure to seek the approval of someone whose opinion mattered most to her — their daughter Katie. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564596/katrina-halili-recalls-asking-daughter-katies-permission-reuniting-kris-lawrence https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564597/new-reality-show-features-filipinos-struggling-severe-skin-conditionsNathalie Tomada Reality TV has seen all kinds of makeover shows, but a new program on Bilyonaryo News Channel is putting a different spin on the format by featuring ordinary Filipinos with severe skin conditions. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564597/new-reality-show-features-filipinos-struggling-severe-skin-conditions https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564598/what-expect-sb19-xonara-j2x-one-zone-fest-concertJosiah Antonio The “One Zone Fest” will be a showcase of talent as Filipino acts SB19, XONARA and J2X have joined forces at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Saturday. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/21/2564598/what-expect-sb19-xonara-j2x-one-zone-fest-concert https://www.philstar.com/movies/2026/10/20/2564546/dongyan-movie-remember-still-christmas-family-filmKristofer Purnell "Remember" may not be an MMFF entry, but Dingdong Dantes and Mae Cruz-Alviar still believe their newest film still qualifies as a Christmas movie. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:34:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/movies/2026/10/20/2564546/dongyan-movie-remember-still-christmas-family-film https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/10/20/2564543/katseye-enters-spotify-billions-club-gabrielaKristofer Purnell Katseye now has a song with over a billion streams on Spotify. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:50:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/10/20/2564543/katseye-enters-spotify-billions-club-gabriela https://www.philstar.com/health-and-family/2026/10/20/2564539/randy-santiago-undergoes-2nd-cataract-surgeryKristofer Purnell Randy Santiago is hardly seen in public without tinted shades to cover his lazy eye. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:30:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/health-and-family/2026/10/20/2564539/randy-santiago-undergoes-2nd-cataract-surgery https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/10/20/2564527/kehlani-includes-philippines-2027-eponymous-tourKristofer Purnell Kehlani is coming back to the Philippines after adding the country to their ongoing eponymous world tour. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:37:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/10/20/2564527/kehlani-includes-philippines-2027-eponymous-tour https://www.philstar.com/pet-life/2026/10/20/2564524/in-my-heart-always-ariana-grande-mourns-dog-17-years-cocoKristofer Purnell Ariana Grande is mourning the passing of Coco, her beloved dog of more than 17 years. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:28:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/pet-life/2026/10/20/2564524/in-my-heart-always-ariana-grande-mourns-dog-17-years-coco https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/20/2564508/sanya-lopez-reveals-how-she-met-mysterious-boyfriend-boracayJan Milo Severo The former self-confessed NBSB finally snagged herself a boyfriend in a meet-cute story that started in the island paradise of Boracay.  Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:04:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/10/20/2564508/sanya-lopez-reveals-how-she-met-mysterious-boyfriend-boracay