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Marvel Studios’ MCU Phase 5 & 6 Movies Announced at the San Diego Comic-Con 2022
There was excitement in the air in Hall H at San Diego Comic-Con when Miss Minutes popped up to introduce Kevin Feige, president of Marvel Studios and chief creative officer of Marvel, who was joined on stage by moderator Ash Crossan to deliver Marvel Studios’ long-awaited live-action panel.

Feige didn’t disappoint the enthusiastic crowd, showcasing the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s upcoming slate with trailers, special looks, Q&As with talent and filmmakers, major announcements, and a show-stopping live performance.

MULTIVERSE SAGA: Two Avengers Films to Culminate the Saga

Fans were the first to learn that Phases 4, 5, and 6 are officially part of the Multiverse Saga, which will conclude with two all-new Avengers films, including “AVENGERS: THE KANG DYNASTY,” releasing May 2025, and “AVENGERS: SECRET WARS,” which is slated for Nov. 2025.

PHASE 4: Trailers and Talent Introduced, Plus Stunning Performance

“BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER” capped the Hall H presentation to thunderous roars and applause, beginning with a live performance by Baaba Maal (vocals), Massamba Diop (tama) and dancers and drummers. Feige was joined on stage by director Ryan Coogler and cast members Mabel Cadena, Michaela Cole, Winston Duke, Danai Gurira, Tenoch Huerta, Florence Kasumba, Alex Livinalli, Lupita Nyong’o, Dominique Thorne and Letitia Wright for a Q&A and first look at the film’s first trailer, which is now available to download and share.

In Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” Queen Ramonda (Angela Bassett), Shuri (Letitia Wright), M’Baku (Winston Duke), Okoye (Danai Gurira) and the Dora Milaje (including Florence Kasumba), fight to protect their nation from intervening world powers in the wake of King T’Challa’s death. As the Wakandans strive to embrace their next chapter, the heroes must band together with the help of War Dog Nakia (Lupita Nyong’o) and Everett Ross (Martin Freeman) and forge a new path for the kingdom of Wakanda. Introducing Tenoch Huerta as Namor, king of a hidden undersea nation, the film also stars Dominique Thorne, Michaela Coel, Mabel Cadena and Alex Livanalli.

Feige also shared that the film is the final title in Phase 4. “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” opens in theaters Nov. 2022.

PHASE 5: Talent Takes the Stage, Plus New Titles and Dates Revealed

Feige revealed that Phase 5 kicks off in 2023 with “ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA,” opening Feb. 2023. Director Peyton Reed and stars Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, Jonathan Majors and Kathryn Newton engaged in a spirited Q&A with the host. Epic in scale and tone, “Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania” is a sci-fi adventure that is decidedly unique to the franchise. Fans in the room were given a special look at the upcoming film.

Super Hero partners Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) and Hope Van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly) return to continue their adventures as Ant-Man and The Wasp. Together, with Hope’s parents Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) and Janet Van Dyne (Michelle Pfeiffer), the family finds themselves exploring the Quantum Realm, interacting with strange new creatures and embarking on an adventure that will push them beyond the limits of what they thought was possible.

“GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 3” heads to theaters May 2023. There were a lot of Guardians on hand to dish about the highly anticipated third installment of “Guardians of the Galaxy.” With director James Gunn taking the lead, cast members Chris Pratt, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Sean Gunn, Will Poulter and Maria Bakalova took part in an engaging discussion. Chukwudi Iwuji arrived on stage in costume, revealing to excited fans that he’ll be portraying High Evolutionary in the film. The audience was treated to a special look at the upcoming feature film.

In Marvel Studios “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” our beloved band of misfits are looking a bit different these days. Peter Quill, still reeling from the loss of Gamora, must rally his team around him to defend the universe along with protecting one of their own. A mission that, if not completed successfully, could quite possibly lead to the end of the Guardians as we know them.

Phase 5 theatrical releases include “THE MARVELS,” directed by Nia DaCosta, which hits theaters July 2023; and“BLADE,” which begins shooting this October and opens in theaters Nov. 2023.

Feige revealed for the first time today a trio of captivating projects debuting in 2024 that garnered a huge response from fans.
- “CAPTAIN AMERICA: NEW WORLD ORDER” opens in theaters May 2024
- “THUNDERBOLTS,” featuring an exciting new group of heroes, is slated for theaters July 2024
PHASE 6: “Fantastic Four” Precedes New Avengers Titles

Looking ahead, Phase 6 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe promises compelling storytelling and Marvel Studios’ signature style of adventure.
- “FANTASTIC FOUR” hits theaters Nov. 2024. Production kicks off next year for the feature film that introduces Marvel’s most iconic family.
- “AVENGERS: THE KANG DYNASTY” opens in theaters May 2025
- “AVENGERS: SECRET WARS” is slated for release on Nov. 2025
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July 26, 2022
Multilingual pop darling Valentina Ploy is back with a heart-wrenching track “Camera Roll”

A song for the heartbroken – Valentina sings about how the beautiful moments of a lost relationship are forever frozen in time in her “Camera Roll” contrary to the bleak reality. Living in a digital world, “Camera Roll” is relatable to all of us as we navigate our digital space post-breakup. With Valentina’s signature warm vocals and honest lyrical offerings, the track is one that is cathartic to listen to and comforting in knowing that you are not alone on this journey of heartbreak. “Camera Roll” will be accompanied by a music video; depicting a journey in finding balance between reminiscing and letting go.

Valentina shared, “I hope the song can be a safe place of comfort for people’s broken hearts. A place to safely hold on to memories and pictures that will live forever despite how things change in life and the people we lose along the way.”

In lieu of this release, Valentina shared her personal playlist in nursing a heartbreak and invited fans through social media to join her “Heartbreak Club”. A testament to how music has the power to make us feel, heal, and connect – the playlist now houses over hundreds of members, with each of them adding on tracks of their own that has helped or is helping them nurse their heartache.

Warner Music Asia announced on 21 April 2022 that it has formed a strategic alliance with Thailand’s premier independent record company What the Duck by signing Valentina Ploy, one of its most accomplished singer-songwriters.

This deal will see Warner Music Asia add the established Bangkok-based star to its roster of prominent singers, and will serve to support the What the Duck label in its work to elevate Valentina’s career to new heights. Warner Music will be harnessing the support of Warner Music Thailand to strengthen her domestic fan base, and utilizing the Group’s regional network to introduce her work to music lovers throughout Asia and beyond.

July 26, 2022
Keep it cool with the ALL-NEW Starbucks Refreshers™

To cap off the summer season, Starbucks is taking on a boldly refreshing journey by introducing new drinks and bringing back classic flavors that will surely excite their customers!

Introducing two delicious Starbucks Refreshers™ beverages: The Strawberry Açaí with Lemonade Starbucks Refreshers™ and the Pink Drink with Strawberry Açaí Starbucks Refreshers™.

The Strawberry Açaí with Lemonade Starbucks Refreshers™

A combination of real fruit juice and flavors of sweet strawberry and acai, with real strawberry slides and a pop of light energy boost, balanced with delightful zing of lemonade.
Available in iced variant only
MSRP for a Tall (12 fl oz): Php 165
MSRP for a Grande (16 fl oz): Php 180
MSRP for a Venti (20 fl oz): Php 195

The Pink Drink with Strawberry Açaí Starbucks Refreshers™

Pink drink is a combination of creamy but light coconut milk and real fruit juice of sweet strawberry and acai, with real strawberry slides and a pop of light energy boost. Great balance of creamy and fruity!
Available in iced variant only
MSRP for a Tall (12 fl oz): Php 165
MSRP for a Grande (16 fl oz): Php 180
MSRP for a Venti (20 fl oz): Php 195

Fun, fruity, and flavorful with a mesmerizing appearance, the beverages are boldly refreshing and unique in every way. So, to celebrate their launch, they’ll invite you to use Starbucks Refreshers™ as one of many sources of inspiration to express themselves boldly.

They are also bringing back their Oatmilk Cocoa Series that will excite cocoa lovers all around the Philippines!

RETURNING! OATMILK COCOA FRAPPUCCINO® (with plant-based whipped cream)

A delicious blend of oatmilk, espresso, and ice, topped with whipped cream, cocoa drizzle, and a sprinkle of cocoa powder.
Available in coffee and cream variant
MSRP for a Tall (12 fl oz): Php 195
MSRP for a Grande (16 fl oz): Php 210
MSRP for a Venti (20 fl oz): Php 225

RETURNING! OATMILK COCOA MACCHIATO

Signature espresso blended with smooth oatmilk and vanilla syrup, then topped with a drizzle of rich cocoa sauce.
Available in hot or iced variant
MSRP for a Tall (12 fl oz): Php 205
MSRP for a Grande (16 fl oz): Php 220
MSRP for a Venti (20 fl oz): Php 235

STARBUCKS® BEVERAGES Also available via GrabFood and foodpanda (prices will vary).

July 26, 2022
Get up close and personal with Korean superstar Seo In Guk!

There’s been a lot of buzz lately around singer and actor Seo In Guk, and we can see why. The South Korean superstar recently gave fans a treat with his newest album – LOVE&LOVE – his first solo release in five years!

The first song on the single album is My Love, a heartfelt R&B track that features singer-songwriter and rapper Ravi. The song evokes feelings of longing and caring deeply for another person. In Guk shared that he made the song to deliver a message of cheering up someone who’s going through a tough time. “I felt that with track, I could deliver a small cheer up [even] in a sad way. [It’s my way of] trying to touch their hearts,” he said.

Capturing Filipino hearts

If anything, In Guk has definitely touched the hearts of countless Filipino fans. This includes local actress and singer Kristel Fulgar. She recently got the opportunity to have a one-on-one interview with In Guk, and even got to converse with him in Korean!

Kristel Fulgar posted this photo with Seo In Guk on her Facebook page

“I got to interview Seo In Guk, the person who got me into Korean culture and inspired me to learn hangul [the Korean alphabet]. This was an opportunity of a lifetime and I’m thankful to NYMA and Warner for this,” she said. Kristel even posted about the interview on social media. The interview was also recently launched on KrisTells Vlogs.

Other fans who wanted to know their idol more also had the chance to ask questions through Warner Music Philippines. Here are some of them, along with In Guk’s answers:

Tere: How are you feeling now that you’re back as a singer with a physical album and also a new drama? I actually waited for your new song! We can’t wait to hear you sing it live in a fan meet.

In Guk: I’m so happy to have the album and the drama come out together, and I’m seeing a lot of positive feedback from the fans about the album and the drama so I feel like I’m flying in the sky right now. If I ever get the opportunity to do a fan meeting in the Philippines, I’ll definitely join. I can’t wait to meet all of you over there!

Maiker: Congratulations on your successful comeback. How are you feeling these days? Do you feel like writing more songs for a full-length album?

In Guk: I can’t wait to get the opportunity to release a full album. I’ve produced a lot of tracks for it, but because of the timing and all the [different] situations, I’m trying to see the best timing [for its release]. And yes, I would love to have a full album out.

Aili: Will you consider covering/singing a Tagalog song? And will there be a chance for you to have a fan meeting in the Philippines?

In Guk: I would love to try to cover a Tagalog song. And yes, I will try my best to get the opportunity to do a fan meeting in the Philippines as well.

In Guk’s plans for the future

If there’s one thing that In Guk clearly expressed, it’s how grateful he is for his fans. He even shared how he didn’t expect so many people to be waiting for his album release, and the realization makes him want to work harder. He also talked about not being able to choose between acting and singing, which means fans can expect him to be doing more of both!

As for whether or not he’s looking to visit the country any time soon, he has a hopeful answer for all his Filipino fans.

“I would love to have a fan meeting with the Filipino fans. And also, personally, I would love to visit the Philippines and take a vacation over there,” he said.

For now, you can catch In Guk in his ongoing K-drama “Cafe Minamdang,” sing along to his album “LOVE&LOVE,” and wait in anticipation for his upcoming movie “Project Wolf Hunting.”

Fall in love with Seo In Guk’s newest songs by listening here!

July 25, 2022
WATCH: ‘The Sandman’ Main Trailer and Official Key Art Debut

About The Sandman

There is another world that waits for all of us when we close our eyes and sleep — a place called the Dreaming, where The Sandman, Master of Dreams (Tom Sturridge), gives shape to all of our deepest fears and fantasies. But when Dream is unexpectedly captured and held prisoner for a century, his absence sets off a series of events that will change both the dreaming and waking worlds forever. To restore order, Dream must journey across different worlds and timelines to mend the mistakes he’s made during his vast existence, revisiting old friends and foes, and meeting new entities — both cosmic and human — along the way.

Based on the beloved award-winning DC comic series written by Neil Gaiman, THE SANDMAN is a rich, character-driven blend of myth and dark fantasy woven together over the course of ten epic chapters following Dream’s many adventures. Developed and executive produced by Gaiman, showrunner Allan Heinberg, and David S. Goyer.

July 25, 2022
Sing Philippines Youth Choir Reunites for an Outreach Music Camp and Performance

After two and a half years of not being able to physically sing together, the Sing Philippines Youth Choir (SPYC) Tour Group was finally reunited and organized by the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Cultural Exchange Department (CED) in partnership with the Andrea O. Veneracion (AOV) Sing Philippines Foundation and the Philippine Madrigal Singers for an outreach music camp and performance ongoing held last July 18-24, 2022 in San Jose Del Monte City, Bulacan and the CCP. The project was a continuation of the group’s choral training that began in 2019 in Batangas and Bohol, but was forced to shift to virtual in 2020 due to the pandemic.

First organized and launched in 2014, the first batch of SPYC was participated by fifty (50) choristers from 19 provinces across the country who underwent a professional week-long music camp under MADZ choirmaster Mark Anthony Carpio. The Sing Philippines movement brings to life National Artist Andrea O. Veneracion’s vision of a nation singing in harmony and united in songs. The second batch was organized in 2016 which added a new set of 50 singers from 26 provinces, the third batch in 2018 had 51 singers from 37 provinces/cities and the 4th batch last year composed of 59 singers from 25 provinces had a virtual training and performance. To date, the SPYC totals to 213 singers from 56 local communities all over the country.

Carpio underscores the importance of continuous training and performing together for chorale singers. “In the arts, such as in singing, the moment we claim to know everything is the moment we begin to deteriorate. Singing, in whatever form, may be compared to swimming: the only way to be better and move forward is to keep on swimming.”

Carmencita “Chinggay” Jasareno-Bernardo, CCP Cultural Exchange Department Manager expressed “We are grateful to be able to go back (physically) to the local communities to implement our outreach programs. Although there are added measures that we need to strictly observe due to the ongoing pandemic, the artists and cultural workers are really happy and thankful to be able to engage once again in creative and cultural work. It means a lot to them and to us because in the past two and a half years of the pandemic, we have seen how the arts have helped many people and communities cope with various struggles in life. And this is the reason why we pursue our mission to contribute to the healing process by way of our outreach programs in music, dance, theater and other art forms”.

This year’s music camp is hosted by the City of San Jose Del Monte in Bulacan through its Tourism Operations Office. The SPYC Tour Group had its outreach performance at the Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto Shrine in San Jose Del Monte City Bulacan on July 22 at 3:00pm which was streamed live via the CCP CED Facebook (FB) page.

For more information, contact the CCP CED FB page or thru email at ccp.ced2014@gmail.com, and the FB pages of the AOV Sing Philippines and City of San Jose Del Monte Tourism.

July 25, 2022
CCP Names Pinoy Animators, Comic Book Creators, & Video Game Makers Who Won 16M Worth of Grants

The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) has announced the winners of its inaugural CCP Animation, Comics, and Computer Games Grants Program. Seventeen individuals from all over the country won grants amounting to over 16 million pesos to develop computer games, animation and comics.

The winners are:

COMPUTER GAMES PROFESSIONAL CATEGORY

1. Ranida Games’ Sinag – San Pedro, Laguna

2. Metamedia Information Systems Corp.’s Treasure Seekers – Mandaluyong

3. Synthillate’s Pearls of Asia – Ortigas, Pasig

COMPUTER GAMES INDEPENDENT CATEGORY

1. kendikorp’s Galá – Las Piñas City

2. Katakata Creative’s Kata – Parañaque City

3. Makiling Interactive Arts’ San Fernando – Los Baños, Laguna

ANIMATION CATEGORY

1. Friendly Foes’ Makopa – San Juan, Metro Manila

2. KOMIKET INC.’s Tungkung Langit at Laon Sina – Makati City

3. Fizzbuzz, Inc.’s Tiki – Cebu City

4. Lea Zoraina Sindao Lim’s Datu Pat i Mata – Cotabato City, Maguindanao

COMICS CATEGORY

1. Randy P. Valiente’s Lalang Kalibutan – Antipolo City

2. Ethel Mae Reyes’ Tulogmatian – Iloilo City

3. Julius Sempio’s Teduray – Bulacan City

4. Alfred Ismael Galaroza’s Sinogo – Cebu City

5. Marco Sumayao’s Legend of Sleeping Beauty Mountain – Quezon City

6. Ruel Garcia Enoya’s Bantugen – Manila City

7. Anabelle Marie D. Laureola’s Sun says Moon says – Manila City

The winners were chosen from 39 submissions from Game Developers (29 Independent Game Developers and 10 professional Game Developers); 65 submissions for Animation and Comics (36 Applicants for Comics and 29 Applicants for Animation).

Three Professional Games grantees were awarded Php1.5 million each and three Independent Games grantees were awarded Php300,000 each.

Four Animation Grantees were awarded Php2 million each and 7 Comics grantees were awarded Php330,000 each.

“The CCP grants programs for game developers, animators and comic artists are pioneer projects initiated by the CCP Board of Trustees in support of its mandate in preserving, promoting and making known of timeless stories, myths, legends and other forms of communication through digital art forms in support of our country’s creative economy,” CCP Trustee Nikki Junia says.

Furthermore, CCP Trustee Benedict Carandang hopes that the seed investment of the CCP will help encourage future government legislators to support and fund programs like this that can help stimulate the local Creative Economy and emulate the success stories of South Korea and Malaysia in Digital Content Development.

Aside from awarding funding to grantees, the CCP also has partnered with the Creative Content Creators Association of the Philippines, Inc. (SIKAP) to train the grantees through a learning series program.

SIKAP is a non-profit association that has a simple vision in mind: locally created content, consumed globally. It aims to mentor and nurture a community of creators who are able to prepare, develop, sell and license their intellectual properties competitively.

Through the partnership, CCP and SIKAP work towards identifying and tapping industry leaders and practitioners to provide a more holistic understanding of the comics and animation industries. The learning series was developed to educate and inspire ways for our creators to move towards a more sustainable creative future. Some of the topics for the learning series include story and visual development but it also covers learning opportunities on production costs, financing, copyright, distribution strategies, and more.

“We have a long history of producing comics and animation. But we’ve always been viewed as hired talent. It simply isn’t sustainable and it doesn’t help us in the long run. What we really need are real investments that provide opportunities for Filipino creators to develop our storytelling and producing skills to make this sustainable,” Ayeen Pineda, SIKAP Board Director. “This is why SIKAP supports CCP in providing creators an opportunity to tell Filipino stories. Although the current Grants Program focuses on Filipino folktales, myths and legends, we also hope it expands to include original Filipino stories of any genre in the future.”

For more information about the CCP, please follow the official CCP social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

July 25, 2022
WATCH: “Shazam” Fights for the World in “Fury of the Gods” Trailer

Fresh from the San Diego Comic Con, check out the official trailer for “Shazam! Fury of the Gods” – in cinemas across the Philippines January 8, 2023.

About “Shazam! Fury of the Gods”

From New Line Cinema comes “Shazam! Fury of the Gods,” which continues the story of teenage Billy Batson who, upon reciting the magic word “SHAZAM!,” is transformed into his adult Super Hero alter ego, Shazam.

“Shazam! Fury of the Gods” stars returning cast members Zachary Levi (“Thor: Ragnarok”) as Shazam; Asher Angel (“Andi Mack”) as Billy Batson; Jack Dylan Grazer (“It Chapter Two”) as Freddy Freeman; Adam Brody (“Promising Young Woman”) as Super Hero Freddy; Ross Butler (“Raya and the Last Dragon”) as Super Hero Eugene; Meagan Good (“Day Shift”) as Super Hero Darla; D.J. Cotrona (“G.I. Joe: Retaliation”) as Super Hero Pedro; Grace Caroline Currey (“Annabelle: Creation”) as Mary Bromfield / Super Hero Mary; Faithe Herman (“This Is Us”) as Darla Dudley; Ian Chen (“A Dog’s Journey”) as Eugene Choi; Jovan Armand (“Second Chances”) as Pedro Pena; Marta Milans (“White Lines”) as Rosa Vasquez; Cooper Andrews (“The Walking Dead”) as Victor Vasquez; with Djimon Hounsou (“A Quiet Place Part II”) as Wizard.

Joining the cast are Rachel Zegler (“West Side Story”), with Lucy Liu (“Kung Fu Panda” franchise) and Helen Mirren (“F9: The Fast Saga”).

The film is directed by David F. Sandberg (“Shazam!,” “Annabelle: Creation”) and produced by Peter Safran (“Aquaman,” “The Suicide Squad”). It is written by Henry Gayden (“Shazam!,” “There’s Someone Inside Your House”) and Chris Morgan (“Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw,” “The Fate of the Furious”), based on characters from DC; Shazam! was created by Bill Parker and C.C. Beck. Executive producers are Walter Hamada, Adam Schlagman, Richard Brener, Dave Neustadter, Victoria Palmeri, Marcus Viscidi and Geoff Johns.

Joining director Sandberg behind-the-camera are director of photography Gyula Pados (the “Jumanji” franchise), production designer Paul Kirby (“The Old Guard,” “Jason Bourne”) and editor Michel Aller (“Shazam!,” “The Nun”). The music supervisor is Season Kent (“DC League of Super-Pets,” “The Addams Family 2”) and the music is by Christophe Beck (“Free Guy,” “Frozen II”). Visual effects supervisors are Bruce Jones (“Aquaman,” “It”) and Raymond Chen (“Alita: Battle Angel,” “The Meg”). The costume designer is Louise Mingenbach (“Jumanji: The Next Level,” “Godzilla: King of the Monsters”).

New Line Cinema presents A Peter Safran Production of A David F. Sandberg Film, “Shazam! Fury of the Gods,” opens in cinemas across the Philippines on January 8, 2023.

Join the conversation online and use the hashtag #ShazamMovie

Photo & Video Credit: “Warner Bros. Pictures”

July 24, 2022
WATCH: “Black Adam” Unveils New Comic Con Sneak Peek

“You can be the destroyer of this world, or you can be its savior.” Check out the Comic Con Sneak Peek of “Black Adam” below and watch the film in cinemas and IMAX across the Philippines starting October 19.

About “Black Adam”

From New Line Cinema, Dwayne Johnson stars in the action adventure “Black Adam.” The first-ever feature film to explore the story of the DC Super Hero comes to the big screen under the direction of Jaume Collet-Serra (“Jungle Cruise”).

Nearly 5,000 years after he was bestowed with the almighty powers of the ancient gods—and imprisoned just as quickly—Black Adam (Dwayne Johnson) is freed from his earthly tomb, ready to unleash his unique form of justice on the modern world.

Johnson stars alongside Aldis Hodge (“City on a Hill,” “One Night in Miami”) as Hawkman, Noah Centineo (“To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before”) as Atom Smasher, Sarah Shahi (“Sex/Life,” “Rush Hour 3”) as Adrianna, Marwan Kenzari (“Murder on the Orient Express,” “The Mummy”) as Ishmael, Quintessa Swindell (“Voyagers,” “Trinkets”) as Cyclone, Bodhi Sabongui (“A Million Little Things”) as Amon, and Pierce Brosnan (the “Mamma Mia!” and James Bond franchises) as Dr. Fate.

Collet-Serra directed from a screenplay by Adam Sztykiel and Rory Haines & Sohrab Noshirvani, screen story by Adam Sztykiel and Rory Haines & Sohrab Noshirvani, based on characters from DC. Black Adam was created by Bill Parker and C.C. Beck. The film’s producers were Beau Flynn, Dwayne Johnson, Hiram Garcia and Dany Garcia, with Richard Brener, Walter Hamada, Dave Neustadter, Chris Pan, Eric McLeod, Geoff Johns and Scott Sheldon

“Black Adam” smashes into theaters and IMAX in the Philippines beginning 19 October 2022. It will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures. Join the conversation online and use the hashtag #BlackAdam

Photo & Video Credit: “Warner Bros. Pictures”

July 24, 2022
Coke Fan Fusion: Coke Studio Philippines launches its 6th season

Coke Studio Philippines is officially back with its 6th season! This year, Coke Studio gives a real magic experience through creative collisions of talented local artists and fans – 6 Artists and 6 co-created songs for a Fan Collaborated Coke Studio EP. From July 23 to August 30, Coke Studio will launch its weekly episodes featuring the 6 final songs co-created by the Artists and their fans.

Led by 6 Coke Studio Artists (Shanti Dope, Arthur Nery, Adie, The Juans, BINI and KZ Tandingan) and powered by the fans, Coca-Cola Philippines created the Coke Fan Fusion challenge to invite Filipinos to remix their own beat, lyrics, music or version of the artists songs. Through social media, fans submitted their entries for a chance to co-create the final song with their favorite artists.

“Through Coke Studio Philippines, we have been uplifting lives and empowering the local music scene by reuniting music artists and their fans to create one music, one sound. We are proud to say that since it was launched in 2017, we have been able to establish Coke Studio as one of the biggest music platforms where diversity, fusion, and unity of artists, producers, and fans are at its core. What makes Coke Studio Season 6 special is its celebration of the spirit of collaboration. It is the goal of Coca-Cola to refresh the world; inspire moments of optimism and happiness, create value, and make a difference. Hence, we want to channel the Filipinos’ creativity and uplift the music experience with Coke Studio Season 6’s Coke Fan Fusion. It will be the first-ever artist and fans collaboration so our consumers can highlight their talents” said Cesar Gangoso, Frontline Marketing Director, East Region, Coca-Cola ASEAN and South Pacific.

The #CokeFanFusion Story

Last June 24, 6 Coke Studio Artists invited their fans to join their Coke Fan Fusion challenges. With different themes and stories, they all left an open part for the fans to remix their own version. For Shanti Dope, he created a rap challenge with the story of Filipino youth in mind. The Juans’s theme is also about a Filipino trait “madiskarte”, they encouraged Juanistas to add their own lyrics and diskarte stories to inspire more people. Arthur Nery, on the other hand, invited his fans to create a love song with him.

To uplift the P-pop culture, BINI invited BLOOMs to create a rap verse about body positivity or add their own dance challenge. Adie also invited his fans to create a song that expresses their feelings to their loved ones. Lastly, KZ Tandingan invited her fans to write a song about perseverance and sing “di na makikinig sa sabi-sabi” in different styles, dialect, or language.

Fans, Social Media Influencers, and other artists such as Maris Racal, Sam Concepcion, Leanne and Naara, JMKO, Kim Molina, Renee Dominique, Gab Pangilinan and more also joined the Coke Fan Fusion challenge. The chosen fans from all the entries will have a chance to produce the final Coke Studio song with their favorite artists.

You can watch and listen to Coke Studio episodes in YouTube and Spotify on the following dates:

●      July 30: Shanti Dope’s “Day Onez”

●      July 30: Arthur Nery’s “Sinag”

●      August 6: BINI’s “Love Yourself”

●      August 13: The Juan’s “Diskarte”

●      August 20: Adie’s “Tinatangi”

●      August 30: KZ’s “Sabi-Sabi”

Stay tuned for a bigger magic experience! Coke Studio will go around the country where Artists will perform their co-created songs with the chosen fans. For more details, follow Coca-Cola Philippines on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.

July 22, 2022