https://www.philstar.com/rss/entertainment Philippine News for the Filipino Global Community (c) 2026, philstar.com. All rights reserved. 15Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:32:15 +0800 en 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 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/07/2554609/patrick-garcias-daughter-michelle-flies-singapore-chase-k-pop-dreamJan Milo Severo At just 13 years old, Michelle Garcia is already taking serious steps toward her dream of pursuing a career in K-pop. Mon, 7 Sep 2026 09:28:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/07/2554609/patrick-garcias-daughter-michelle-flies-singapore-chase-k-pop-dream https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/07/2554512/singapore-food-trip-brings-back-memories-susan-roces-mother-lilyPat-P Daza It’s been eight years since I last visited Singapore. Mon, 7 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/07/2554512/singapore-food-trip-brings-back-memories-susan-roces-mother-lily https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/07/2554513/first-take-first-kiss-first-award-christopher-de-leon-revisits-debut-film-tinimbang-ka-ngunit-kulangNathalie Tomada Fifty-two years after “Tinimbang Ka Ngunit Kulang” launched his showbiz career, Christopher de Leon finally saw the film for the second time and revisited a string of acting firsts. Mon, 7 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/07/2554513/first-take-first-kiss-first-award-christopher-de-leon-revisits-debut-film-tinimbang-ka-ngunit-kulang https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/06/2554404/kiefer-sutherland-still-action-ibuprofen-lending-helping-handAlexandria Sage The 60-year-old star of television series "24" now gets a little help from anti-inflammatories and body braces. Sun, 6 Sep 2026 11:17:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/06/2554404/kiefer-sutherland-still-action-ibuprofen-lending-helping-hand https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/06/2554257/love-unfolds-across-time-tearjerker-the-notebook-musicalCharmie Joy Pagulong the time the lights came up for intermission after Act 1 of “The Notebook: The Musical,” tears were already flowing among audience members as emotions ran high. Sun, 6 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/06/2554257/love-unfolds-across-time-tearjerker-the-notebook-musical https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/06/2554258/baus-rufo-future-dogshow-divas-he-joins-gtvs-kalurksJerry Donato Podcaster and stand-up comedian Baus Rufo is on a roll. Sun, 6 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/06/2554258/baus-rufo-future-dogshow-divas-he-joins-gtvs-kalurks https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/05/2554228/maggie-gyllenhaal-ditched-ai-marilyn-monroe-filmAdam Plowright Maggie Gyllenhaal's testimony underlines the current limitations of AI video technology, which has sparked fears about job losses throughout the film and TV industries — as well as the mass theft of intellectual property by software companies. Sat, 5 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/05/2554228/maggie-gyllenhaal-ditched-ai-marilyn-monroe-film https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/09/05/2554238/philippine-concert-culture-boosts-local-economy-says-live-nation-philippines-headKristofer Purnell Splashing out on concerts is boosting the Philippine economy, according Live Nation Philippines managing director Rhiza Pascua. Sat, 5 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/09/05/2554238/philippine-concert-culture-boosts-local-economy-says-live-nation-philippines-head https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/05/2554236/m1ss-jade-so-enters-drag-race-down-under-vs-world-finaleKristofer Purnell A Filipina has another chance of becoming "Queen of the Mothertucking World." Sat, 5 Sep 2026 15:32:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/05/2554236/m1ss-jade-so-enters-drag-race-down-under-vs-world-finale https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/05/2554229/lotlot-de-leon-leaving-family-issues-god-approves-jericho-janineKristofer Purnell Lotlot de Leon is leaving any issues circling her family to the heavens. Sat, 5 Sep 2026 13:17:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/05/2554229/lotlot-de-leon-leaving-family-issues-god-approves-jericho-janine https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/05/2554226/lea-salonga-earns-historic-hollywood-walk-fame-starKristofer Purnell It's official: Lea Salonga is the first Filipina to have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Sat, 5 Sep 2026 11:20:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/05/2554226/lea-salonga-earns-historic-hollywood-walk-fame-star https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/05/2554064/opm-and-global-acts-share-stage-first-lalala-fest-manilaJanelle Lorzano Original Pilipino Music (OPM) artists took center stage at the first-ever LaLaLa Fest Manila, held at the World Trade Center in Pasay City on Aug. 21. Sat, 5 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/05/2554064/opm-and-global-acts-share-stage-first-lalala-fest-manila https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/05/2554065/vibe-beefs-its-opm-roster-icons-kapamilya-starsMJ Marfori There is a funny thing about showbiz. Sat, 5 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/05/2554065/vibe-beefs-its-opm-roster-icons-kapamilya-stars https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/05/2554066/creative-minds-make-bongga-ka-day-truly-bonggaBetti Bernabe What does it take to make a story from 1979 feel relevant in 2026? For the creative team behind “Bongga Ka ’Day: The Annie Batungbakal Musical,” the answer goes far beyond bringing back disco lights and beloved Manila Sound hits. It means digging into why those songs mattered in the first place — and discovering that the questions they asked are still very much alive today. Sat, 5 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/05/2554066/creative-minds-make-bongga-ka-day-truly-bongga https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2554040/harry-potter-yule-ball-celebration-extends-manila-run-decemberKristofer Purnell The Hogwarts celebrations will run well into the Christmas holidays! Fri, 4 Sep 2026 16:28:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2554040/harry-potter-yule-ball-celebration-extends-manila-run-december https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2554034/yeng-constantino-says-ryan-bang-deserves-someone-who-can-match-his-capacity-loveJan Milo Severo Singer-songwriter Yeng Constantino has reassured Ryan Bang that he deserves to be loved after the “It’s Showtime” host became emotional while recalling their past romance on the noontime program. Fri, 4 Sep 2026 16:10:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2554034/yeng-constantino-says-ryan-bang-deserves-someone-who-can-match-his-capacity-love https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2554033/no-comment-sharon-cuneta-calls-kiko-pangilinan-robin-padilla-senate-clash-non-issueKristofer Purnell "Uy ex ko, uy husband ko" was the only thing that crossed Sharon Cuneta's mind when Robin Padilla and Kiko Pangilinan loudly exchanged words last May. Fri, 4 Sep 2026 15:58:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2554033/no-comment-sharon-cuneta-calls-kiko-pangilinan-robin-padilla-senate-clash-non-issue https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2554022/dave-bautista-flexes-muscles-ahead-god-war-shootKristofer Purnell Dave Bautista is well into preparations for the physical requirements of Kratos in "God of War." Fri, 4 Sep 2026 13:28:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2554022/dave-bautista-flexes-muscles-ahead-god-war-shoot https://www.philstar.com/arts-and-culture/2026/09/04/2553818/weekend-list-ph-travel-mart-harry-potter-yule-ball-super-manila-comic-conKristofer Purnell Experience the wizarding world or get the first dibs at hugely discounted travel promos this weekend.  Fri, 4 Sep 2026 11:19:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/arts-and-culture/2026/09/04/2553818/weekend-list-ph-travel-mart-harry-potter-yule-ball-super-manila-comic-con https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2554004/baus-rufo-backs-joy-barcomas-decision-step-away-dogshow-divasJan Milo Severo Baus Rufo has expressed her support for beauty queen-host Joy Barcoma after the latter decided to step away from her guest-hosting duties on the “Dogshow Divas” podcast. Fri, 4 Sep 2026 10:33:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2554004/baus-rufo-backs-joy-barcomas-decision-step-away-dogshow-divas https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2553912/christian-bautista-looks-versatile-authentic-the-clash-teensJerry Donato As a judge and panel member of “The Clash” regular and teen editions, Christian Bautista has, in a way, given back to the entertainment industry, including those people whose generosity and faith in him propelled his career. It’s the creative industry that has nurtured him as a singer and an actor. Fri, 4 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2553912/christian-bautista-looks-versatile-authentic-the-clash-teens https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2553913/ruru-madrid-shares-how-sister-rere-and-kai-sotto-broke-pregnancy-newsBoy Abunda “Double date with the buntis, bayaw, and Batas,” wrote Ruru Madrid in his Instagram post showing him with his girlfriend, Bianca Umali, his sister, Rere, and her husband, basketball player Kai Sotto. Fri, 4 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2553913/ruru-madrid-shares-how-sister-rere-and-kai-sotto-broke-pregnancy-news https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2553914/saving-cherry-director-ivan-payawal-shares-how-film-saved-himNathalie Tomada It’s been a while since we laughed this hard over a Filipino film, but “Saving Cherry” did the job — and did it well. So, it’s hard to believe that its director-writer was going through something while filming the riotous dark comedy-drama under Regal Entertainment. Fri, 4 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/04/2553914/saving-cherry-director-ivan-payawal-shares-how-film-saved-him https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/03/2553548/roselle-monteverde-says-barbie-forteza-right-lead-star-saving-cherryJan Milo Severo Barbie Forteza hopes her new film “Saving Cherry” can give audiences something they need amid the challenges of everyday life: a reason to laugh and feel good. Thu, 3 Sep 2026 17:02:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/03/2553548/roselle-monteverde-says-barbie-forteza-right-lead-star-saving-cherry https://www.philstar.com/the-budgetarian/2026/09/03/2553778/what-does-it-take-get-started-donny-pangilinan-explores-first-steps-behind-big-goals Watch Sun Life’s Paano Ba Magsimula video series to hear the stories behind three different aspirations and discover what taking that first step can look like. Thu, 3 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/the-budgetarian/2026/09/03/2553778/what-does-it-take-get-started-donny-pangilinan-explores-first-steps-behind-big-goals https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/03/2553777/hollywood-teases-lea-salongas-walk-fame-starKristofer Purnell The Hollywood Walk of Fame gave an early look at the upcoming star for Lea Salonga. Thu, 3 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/03/2553777/hollywood-teases-lea-salongas-walk-fame-star https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/09/03/2553774/miley-cyrus-drops-surname-ahead-10th-album-releaseKristofer Purnell Goodbye Miley Cyrus, hello Miley. Thu, 3 Sep 2026 13:02:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/music/2026/09/03/2553774/miley-cyrus-drops-surname-ahead-10th-album-release https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/03/2553766/harry-potter-trailer-teases-magical-return-hogwartsKristofer Purnell We just got a better look at life inside Hogwarts in the upcoming "Harry Potter" series. Thu, 3 Sep 2026 11:04:00 +0800 https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2026/09/03/2553766/harry-potter-trailer-teases-magical-return-hogwarts