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Lenovo Combines Style, Stealth, & Apex Performance in Latest Legion Lineup

Lenovo today launched its latest generation of stylish and savage gaming devices in the Philippines, combining a new design language with portable powerhouse performance – opening up a broad range of entertainment and battle-ready attributes, while supporting the full span of features that can support users’ personal and professional lives.

Designed with details custom-built for top title performance, gamers can look forward to the new Lenovo Legion Gen 7 lineup featuring: The Legion 5i and 5i Pro, Legion 7i, Legion Slim 7i, Legion Tower 7i, and IdeaPad Gaming 3i.
These new gaming laptops come available with Windows 11 gaming performance that comes with FREE Xbox PC Game Pass, the latest 12th Gen Intel Core processors, and up to the latest fully powered NVIDIA GeForce RTX laptop GPUs. Inspired by gamer research, users can also enjoy a top-placed camera bump with eShutter that helps create a more inclusive experience focused on player enjoyment, advanced thermals of next-level Legion Coldfront 4.0, the hair-trigger speeds and improved ergonomics of Legion TrueStrike keyboard, and optimized tuning via Lenovo Vantage for gaming.

Lenovo Legion 5i

Built for players who want an all-rounder PC to help them excel in their studies, produce high-quality work, stay connected, and have fun without sacrificing performance, the 15-inch Lenovo Legion 5i laptop with up to 12th Gen Intel Core 17-12700H processor strikes a sleek, happy medium. There’s no need to choose between one or another, as it is able to deliver optimal gaming performance while also handling multitasking, productivity, and entertainment needs beautifully. It also comes equipped with up to the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 with 140W maximum TGP for new levels of gaming excitement.

The Legion 5i offers intense speed for high performance gaming with flexible display configurations for every gamer, including an up to 15-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) IPS 16:9 display with a super-fast 165Hz refresh rate and full spectrum visuals with Dolby Vision with 100% sRGB color accuracy.

The laptop is also equipped with an improved stealth cooling system that is thermally more efficient and quieter – offering a 40 percent more powerful fan with a 45% larger exhaust fan area compared to its previous generation.

The Legion 5i is designed to be portable with its all-new metal chassis — both thinner and lighter than the previous generation for even more mobility. Available in Storm Grey, it comes with a choice of 4-Zone RGB or white backlighting via the new Legion Spectrum RGB Lighting solution built into the Legion TrueStrike keyboard. Don’t miss out and get the Lenovo Legion 5i starting at PHP 89,995.00.

Lenovo Legion 5i Pro

Engineered to handle full-powered graphics and third-party tested for maximum performance, the esports-centric Lenovo Legion 5i Pro is the world’s first 16-inch laptop series with a QHD+ up to 240Hz adaptive refresh rate gaming displayto help gamers rise in ranks and gameplay.

The Legion 5i Pro is powered with the 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-12700H processor and is equipped with up to the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070Ti with 150W maximum TGP. This powerhouse also features a 2960 x 1600 IPS display in 16:10 format with 100% sRGB color gamut and up to 3ms response time. It is supported by Dolby Vision®, which brings crowd favorite entertainment and games to life with spectacular picture quality and buttery smooth gaming via NVIDIA® G-SYNC® for less screen tearing.

The Legion 5i Pro features expanded bandwidth from 4800Mhz DDR5 memory and up to 1TB PCle SSD (Gen4) of storage. Gamers will also experience less lag with the improved Wi-Fi 6E antenna placement and an 80Whr battery capacity with Super Rapid Charge to go from zero to 80 percent battery life in just 30 minutes of charging.

The laptop’s cooling system includes an updated fan system, larger exhaust area, and improved penta heat pipe layout that efficiently ushers air to lower skin temperatures. The Legion Coldfront 4.0 also received an upgrade as it now offers noise suppression thanks to a noise-insulated chassis.

Available in Storm Grey, the durable body of the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro series is thinner than the previous generation. It also features the new Legion Spectrum RGB Lighting. Get the Lenovo Legion 5i Pro starting at PHP 119,995.00.

Lenovo Legion 7i and Lenovo Legion Slim 7i

Perfect for the gamers who wish to have thin and lightweight but portable powerhouses, the Lenovo Legion 7i and Legion Slim 7i sits at the apex of gaming performance. Crafted with precision, these gaming laptops showcase breathtaking visuals and feature the world’s first 16” WQHD+ Mini LED display on a gaming laptop.

The new Lenovo Legion 7 series laptops exceed expectations with a number of innovation firsts that adapt to and balance the multi-dimensional needs of modern gamers and professional players. Crafted with a minimalist design, long battery life, and whisper-quiet artificial intelligence (A.I.) tuned thermals are purpose-built for those who want performance and mobility.

The Lenovo Legion 7i laptop is perfect for gamers who demand the highest performance in their gametime. Underneath the laptops’ sleek covers is sheer power. It packs a serious punch with the 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900HX processor. Gamers are also treated with up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080Ti that instantly provides a different kind of incredible reality.

The laptop also offers up to 165Hz smooth refresh rates, enabling fast response times and has Tobii Horizon software, which brings a more immersive experience for gamers, as well as Tobii Aware, which uses smart sensor technology to help improve users’ security, privacy, and wellbeing. With the Legion 7i, multitasking, streaming, gaming and content creation are made even easier with ample storage of up to 2TB SSD Gen4 and up to 32GB DDR5 of memory – all tuned for maximum performance via the Lenovo Legion A.I. Engine 2.0.

The Legion Slim 7i is Lenovo’s thinnest and lightest 16-inch gaming laptop, perfect for powerful gaming and content creation experiences in a polished and minimalist design. It offers users greater freedom to roam, while still retaining the power and performance with the latest 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900H processor.

Underneath the sleek exterior, the laptop is packed with a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Graphics to produce a cinema-like feel with best-in-class color accuracy and high dynamic range. It also offers a 165Hz refresh rate, storage of up to 1TB SSD Gen4, and up to 24GB DDR5 of memory.

Accompanied with Dolby Audio, the Legion Slim 7i raises sightlines, strengthens game immersion, and dives deeper into enthralling cinematics.

Featuring an all-metal exterior and available in sleek Storm Grey, the portable Lenovo Legion 7i is available starting at PHP 179,995.00 and the Lenovo Legion Slim 7i powerhouse in Onyx Grey is available starting at PHP 124,995.00.

Lenovo Legion Tower 7i

Featuring of up to the latest powerful performance of the 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900K processor, the Lenovo Legion Tower 7i is ideal for intense gaming marathons. Paired with up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080Ti LHR for ultrafast frame rates at over 4K resolutions, this powerful gaming tower is optimally built for long hours of system performance at an affordable price point.

Gaming, multitasking, streaming, content creation, and more are made even easier with the Legion Tower 7i. It is also equipped with a storage capacity of up to 2TB SSD Gen 4 with 32GB DDR5 of memory.

Push beyond the boundaries of smaller rig configurations and don’t miss out on getting the Lenovo Legion Tower 7i starting at PHP 159,995.00

IdeaPad Gaming 3i

Designed to eliminate screen stuttering, slow game loads, and blistering keyboards, the new IdeaPad Gaming 3i now comes in 2 variants, a 15.6-inch model and an all-new 16-inch laptop both sporting a 165Hz refresh rate.

With the option to choose between the 12th Gen Intel Core i7 and i5 H-Series processors, the IdeaPad Gaming 3i guarantees gamers a powerful and immersive gaming experience. The laptop’s speakers are engineered with Dolby Audio that can help you detect your opponent from a mile away. For even more bang for your buck, the IdeaPad Gaming 3i lets you choose from a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 or a NVIDIA GeForce RTX3050Ti for a truly elevated experience.

Available in Onyx Grey, get the IdeaPad Gaming 3i starting at PHP 69,995.00

No matter where you’re at on your gaming journey, Lenovo Legion has something for you. All Legion and IdeaPad Gaming laptops will now come with a Microsoft Office Home & Student 2021 Lifetime License for free. Legion Gaming notebooks will now also include Lenovo’s 3-Year Accidental Damage Protection and 3-Year Legion Ultimate Support as a standard warranty, currently the best warranty in the market. Gamers will receive 24/7 accessibility through phone, chat or email to Lenovo’s expert technicians to offer guidance on hardware optimization and software assistance for the latest AAA game titles. It also offers next business day onsite support and fast repairs for those tricky problems and overall technical support.

All this is part of Lenovo’s brighter vision of creating an ecosystem of smarter Lenovo Legion technology, engaging services, and connected software solutions with competitive gameplay at its heart, because when every second counts, it’s the experience that matters most.The latest generation of Lenovo Legion devices will be available in all Legion Exclusive Storesas well as Lenovo Experience Stores, and authorized resellers nationwide. You can also shop online via the Legion Flagship Store in Lazada. For more information, follow @lenovolegionph on Facebook and Instagram or visit legion.lenovo.com

May 18, 2022
Jollibee Introduces the Large Peach Mango Pie for Your Big Cravings

There’s no doubt that when it comes to Jollibee, one of Filipinos’ and fans’ favorite items on the menu is the beloved Peach Mango Pie. That pocket of real-fruit goodness will always be popular no matter the season, and it’s never going away.

In fact, it’s so good and well-loved that Jollibee is even taking it to another level: after public demand for a version that can be enjoyed at a much grander scale, the brand is introducing the new Large Peach Mango Pie!

Yes, that’s right—the Large Peach Mango Pie is everything you love about the original Peach Mango Pie, but bigger for bigger appetites. It’s still got that real peach and mango fruit that makes the most delightful filling inside that unmistakably satisfying crispy golden pie crust, only there’s more of it to enjoy!

“At Jollibee, we’re all about making people happy with their favorite food. With the introduction of the Large Peach Mango Pie, we found an opportunity in which we could make one of our most popular menu items, the Peach Mango Pie, into something that retains its iconic goodness and crispiness, but giving customers a bigger flavor experience,” said Bea Bediones, Jollibee Marketing’s Brand Manager for Pies.

The Jollibee Large Peach Mango Pie is available in all stores nationwide for only PHP 45 Solo, and PHP 132 for 3 Pies To-Go. Have it safely delivered to you via the Jollibee Delivery App, JollibeeDelivery.com, or #87000. Also available in Drive-Thru and Take Out!

For more info and updates on the Large Peach Mango Pie, as well as other Jollibee products and offers, like Jollibee on Facebook, and follow @jollibee on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.

May 18, 2022
Geeked Week Returns With New Trailer, Host Lineup, & More Updates to Geek About

Netflix Geeked, Netflix’s home for all things genre entertainment, is back with Geeked Week ‘22….and it’s bigger than ever! The five-day virtual fan event celebrating Netflix’s genre series, films, and games returns on Monday, June 6 – Friday, June 10 with tons of your favorites.

And today we are giving you a first look at what to expect in our brand new trailer narrated by the one and only David Harbour. In addition to a trip to the Upside Down, Netflix geeks can expect the latest on The Sandman, The Umbrella Academy, Manifest, The Gray Man, Alice in Borderland, Day Shift, Resident Evil, The Sea Beast, and for the first time ever, we’ll be sharing exclusive Netflix games. THERE IS SO MUCH TO GET GEEKED ABOUT!

Each day will be jam-packed with cast reveals, talent appearances, trailer premieres, sneak peeks, surprise announcements and so much more covering over 60 Netflix projects.

Every day of Geeked Week will be dedicated to different themes:

Monday, June 6 (Day 1) – Series
Tuesday, June 7 (Day 2) – Film
Wednesday, June 8 (Day 3) – Animation
Thursday, June 9 (Day 4) – Stranger Things
Friday, June 10 (Day 5) – Games

And that’s not all. We have an exciting line-up of Geeked Week hosts to help break down all the news coming your way. Hosts include: Jacob Bertrand, jstoobs, Jaeden Martell, Reece Feldman aka guywithamoviecamera, Ella Purnell, Tiffany Smith, Felicia Day, B Dave Walters, Geoff Keighley and Mari Takahashi.

Bookmark GeekedWeek.com so you can stay up-to-date on the latest announcements and details, we’ll share over the next few weeks. And follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Twitch and Facebook to get the latest on Geeked Week and all of your Netflix genre faves.

Stay Geeked!

May 18, 2022
Treat yourself to a day of pampering at Shangri-La Plaza

The lockdowns have taught people to do many things. Some learned how to bake and take care of plants. Others learned to cut their own hair or fix their eyebrows. While these are a great addition to anyone’s skill set, they’re also moments of relaxation that used to be something one looked forward to as part of a regular self-care ritual. Now that Metro Manila is a step closer to the way it was before, it’s time to finally let the beauty pros do their magic. Shangri-La Plaza has some pampering picks to share for that well-deserved me-time.

Get a proper haircut or color treatment.

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The hair is a person’s crowning glory that makes an impactful difference on one’s look. For the past two years, people have neglected their hair, letting them grow wild, go frizzy, and turn gray. Say bye to bad hair days and have a hair refresh at Basement Salon, Manila’s premier hair and beauty salon where hair experts are known for their beautiful transformations that can redefine one’s style; David’s Salon, which offers world-class hair dressing and a wide range of beauty services; or Studio 546, a full-service salon that offers exciting color treatments.

Enjoy an afternoon of wellness with a rejuvenating spa.

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Keep stress at bay by taking some time to relax and unwind at The Spa. An accredited member of the International Spa Association, it offers classic massages such as shiatsu, a Japanese-style acupressure massage that works on vital energy points to unblock and balance the body’s chi; Swedish involves flowing strokes combined with a special oil that soothes sore muscles and relieves body tension; and deep tissue, an invigorating massage technique using the elbows and forearms to work on deeper tissues that provide relief from muscle tightness.

The Spa also offers body care treatments like the Coffee Rub and Toning Bamboo Revival, facials such as its Signature Age Defense Treatment and Aroma Facial Massage, and foot services like Oriental Foot Therapy and Peppermint Foot Rub.

Give nails some TLC.

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Nails reflect one’s overall health, so it’s important to keep them healthy and strong to prevent bacteria that could lead to infections and fungal problems. Keep nails in tiptop shape at Nail Spa that’s known for its cozy atmosphere. Aside from the regular mani and pedi, they offer paraffin dips and even strengthening, whitening, and anti-fungal treatments to address specific nail issues. To take nail care up a notch, head to Nail Tropics and get their popular gel nails as well as their classic and eco-friendly, organic nail services.

Achieve a glowing look.

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The Shang is home to trusted clinics that will help address one’s skincare woes. Skin 101 offers a variety of facial treatments for all skin types at affordable prices, making it the ideal place to start treating maskne. SkinStation is the go-to place for painless Diode laser hair removal and Revitalight Facial, which is designed to target fine lines and wrinkles. Belo now offers the exclusive Belo Zoom Lift™ which puts together the rejuvenating powers of three treatments to give one that visible lift and glow in a single session.

Keep every look sharp with healthy lashes and perfectly shaped brows.

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The eyes, they said, are the windows to the soul. In beauty, they can make or break a makeup (or no makeup) look. The lashes and the brows, specifically, can help bring out one’s natural beauty, frame the face, and make one look more polished.

Give them some lift with the help of Strokes by Momoi Supe, a beauty studio that specializes in premium eyebrow services like Brow Sculpting which gives one semi-permanent textured brows that can last up to 12 months, and Kerabrow which helps manage unruly hair and change its direction of growth to get a better brow shape. It also offers various lash services like the ultralight Bespoke Vegan Lash Extensions and the K-Airlash extensions with stem cell infused lash lift.

For a smoother R&R at the Shang, be sure to book an appointment before visiting and present your vaccination card or certificate before availing any service. Now sit back, relax, and keep celebrating #SummerattheShang!

For updates and inquiries, follow Shangri-La Plaza on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shangrilaplazaofficial and on Instagram @shangrilaplazaofficial.

May 18, 2022
‘Downton Abbey: A New Era’ to Screen Exclusively at Ayala Malls Cinemas

Downton Abbey: A New Era, the much-anticipated cinematic return of the global phenomenon reunites the beloved cast as they go on a grand journey to the South of France to uncover the mystery of the Dowager Countess’ newly inherited villa.

The film is directed by Simon Curtis and written by Julian Fellowes. The entire cast is returning for this new big-screen chapter, led by Hugh Bonneville, Jim Carter, Michelle Dockery, Elizabeth McGovern, Maggie Smith, Imelda Staunton, Penelope Wilton. Joining them are new cast members Hugh Dancy, Laura Haddock, Nathalie Baye and Dominic West.

Julian Fellowes talks about “Downton Abbey: A New Era” in the following Q&A:

Where are the Downton characters at the beginning of this new movie?

At the end of “Downton Abbey: The Motion Picture” it was clear that Mary was really taking over as the boss at Downton and that’s a theme we go with throughout this second film. One of the jobs of being in a hereditary business is to accept that it is hereditary and there comes a time when your usefulness is diminished and the moment has come to hand on to the next generation. Edith’s marriage to Bertie is going well and she has now given birth to a boy but in a rather modern sense, running Brancaster and motherhood is not quite enough for her. She needs an activity that draws on her brain and something outside the family unit. Cora and Robert’s job in the first film was to host the King and Queen, which they did with good grace. They both have a more difficult emotional journey in this film. I wanted to give all the characters more to do this time round and I am rather pleased with the way it turned out.

When you are writing, how conscious are you of the balance of drama and humour?

The sort of comedy that I like is real-life comedy and in our day to day lives we all know people who are funnier than others. Those people have the gift of coming up with phrases that are funny but they don’t remove you from what’s going on around you so in that sense you can return to the truth of the narrative situation without any difficulty. That is the level of comedy that sits well in an ongoing family saga like Downton and of course, for that, you need certain members of the cast to be talented with comedy lines. I was lucky with Maggie Smith, because I’d worked with her a few times before and the character I wrote that she played in “Gosford Park” was quite similar to Violet Grantham in “Downton.” Maggie has many gifts and one of them is that she can be very funny one minute, and two minutes later have you crying and she can shift gear without changing into someone else. She remains very true to the character.

What do you hope audiences will take away from “Downton Abbey: A New Era”?

I’m part of a dying breed who believes that one of the jobs of the entertainment industry is to entertain. I want people to watch Downton and enjoy it. I want them to go to this movie, have a nice time – laugh and cry, then go out and have a decent dinner and get back home and feel they’ve had a really good evening. That’s my goal and if people ask is it enough to just entertain, then the answer is yes. I also hope that every now and then we can make them think about the disparity of backgrounds in an equal society, or make them think of the difficulties of being homosexual in a period when it was still illegal. We touch on those sorts of subjects but that’s not the prime purpose of the film. The purpose of the film is to give the audience a really good evening out.

Watch “Downton Abbey: A New Era” on May 18 exclusively at Ayala Malls Cinemas – Glorietta4, Greenbelt 3, Bonifacio High Street, Ayala Malls Feliz, U.P. Town Center, Trinoma, Ayala Malls Vertis North, Marquee, Harbor Point, Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Alabang Town Center, Ayala Center Cebu, Centrio, Ayala Malls Capitol Central, Ayala Malls The 30^th and Ayala Malls Solenad.

May 17, 2022
Cinema One Brings ‘He’s Into Her’ S1 Movie Cut to the Big Screen and Admission is Free!

Bring the whole family or hang out with your own ‘bearkada’ at the free screening of “He’s Into Her Season 1: The Movie Cut,” happening at the “Drive-In Cinema One” on May 28 (Saturday) at Vertis North Estate.

This summer’s edition of “Drive-In Cinema One: A Drive-Thru Movie Experience,” in partnership with Ayala Malls Vertis North and Vertis North Estate, will showcase on the big screen how the love story of Deib (Donny Pangilinan) and Maxpein (Belle Mariano) unfolds in the phenomenal “He’s Into Her” season 1.

An iWantTFC Original, “He’s Into Her: The Movie Cut” will be presented in two parts and drive-in guests may also explore mouthwatering food booths in between screenings. The most watched series on iWantTFC in 2021, “He’s Into Her” catapulted the #DonBelle tandem—now called the New Gen Phenomenal Love Team—to stardom. The series is back this summer for its season 2.

Join the excitement at the “Drive-In Cinema One” at Vertis North Estate on May 28 (Saturday). Gates open at 5 pm. Visit ticketmelon.com to read the event guidelines and avail tickets for free.

For updates, follow ABS-CBN PR on Facebook (www.facebook.com/abscbnpr), Twitter and Instagram (@abscbnpr) or visit www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom.

May 17, 2022
Tom Cruise Returns to the Skies in the Long-Awaited Sequel ‘Top Gun: Maverick’

Thirty-six years after portraying Pete “Maverick” Mitchell in Top Gun, Tom Cruise returns to the iconic role that catapulted him to global superstardom, with the long-awaited sequel, Paramount Pictures’ Top Gun: Maverick (in Philippine cinemas May 25).

“I’d thought about a sequel to Top Gun for all these years,” says Cruise. “People had asked for a sequel for decades. Decades. And the thing I said to the studio from the beginning was: ‘If I’m ever going to entertain this, we’re shooting everything practically. I’m in that F/A-18, period. So, we’re going to have to develop camera rigs. There’s going to be wind tunnels and engineering. It’s going to take a long, long time for me to figure it out.’ For years, people had said, ‘Can’t you shoot [the movie] with CGI?’ And I always said, ‘No. That’s not the experience.’ I said, ‘I need to find the right story. And we’re going to need the right team. This movie is like trying to hit a bullet with a bullet. I’m not playing.’”

On the original movie, although Cruise was filmed in the cockpit of an F-14 Tomcat, his castmates weren’t so successful in their endeavors. “We had other actors up there, flying,” says legendary producer Jerry Bruckheimer. “Tom was the only one we had usable flight footage for. We had tons of footage of the other actors in the air with their eyes rolling back in their heads. This time, thanks to Tom, all the actors on Top Gun: Maverick became accustomed to the fundamentals and mechanics of flight and G-forces, because of all the training they did months in advance. Unlike the first film, our actors are actually in the cockpits of the F/A-18s in flight, acting and speaking their lines of dialogue.”

Cruise says there is a “majesty and beauty” in flying an airplane. “It’s both using and defying nature,” he says. “And playing Maverick again, at a different stage of his life, has been an incredible experience for me. Maverick is still Maverick. He still wants to fly Mach 2 with his hair on fire. But you see the transition that Maverick undergoes. The pressure of him losing his best friend, the responsibility he feels about that and how he has carried that with him. This film is about family and it’s about friendship and it’s about sacrifice. It’s about redemption and the cost of mistakes.”

And that emotion hasn’t just been up on screen, but behind the scenes, on a journey that has taken the makers of Top Gun: Maverick both back in time and forward, into new frontiers in filmmaking. “What we have achieved with the aerial sequences is genuinely something that people will never have seen before,” says Cruise. “We’ve trained actors to be able to fly and perform in real F/A-18s. And, to do that, we took the greatest fighter pilots in the world [from the U.S. Navy] and we taught them about movies – the pilot and the actor had to work as a team. This is the sophistication of the aerial sequences. No one’s ever done this, ever.”

It’s not just pride that Cruise feels, though. Top Gun: Maverick isn’t just a movie – it’s a destination. A culmination of everything he has learned in his 40 years in this business (Cruise’s debut, Endless Love, was released on July 17, 1981), this is a story he’s been building towards. A love letter to aviation, for sure. But a love letter to movies too.

About Top Gun: Maverick

After more than thirty years of service as one of the Navy’s top aviators, Pete “Maverick” Mitchell (Tom Cruise) is where he belongs, pushing the envelope as a courageous test pilot and dodging the advancement in rank that would ground him. When he finds himself training a detachment of Top Gun graduates for a specialized mission the likes of which no living pilot has ever seen, Maverick encounters Lt. Bradley Bradshaw (Miles Teller), call sign: “Rooster,” the son of Maverick’s late friend and Radar Intercept Officer Lt. Nick Bradshaw, aka “Goose”.

Facing an uncertain future and confronting the ghosts of his past, Maverick is drawn into a confrontation with his own deepest fears, culminating in a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those who will be chosen to fly it.

Directed by Joseph Kosinski, Top Gun: Maverick stars Tom Cruise, Miles Teller, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, Glen Powell, Lewis Pullman, Charles Parnell, Bashir Salahuddin, Monica Barbaro, Jay Ellis, Danny Ramirez, Greg Tarzan Davis with Ed Harris.

The film is written by Ehren Kruger and Eric Warren Singer and Christopher McQuarrie, based the characters created by Jim Cash & Jack Epps, Jr. Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Tom Cruise, Christopher McQuarrie and David Ellison.

Top Gun: Maverick is distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures. Follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/paramountpicsph/; Instagram at www.instagram.com/paramountpicsph/ and YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsZ7igjHZB-5k8DDM7ilVJw. Connect with #TopGun and tag paramountpicsph

May 17, 2022
NCT Dream Headlines ‘Begin Again: KPOP Edition’ at The Smart Araneta Coliseum
Four of the biggest South Korean acts are slated to visit Manila for “Begin Again: KPOP Edition” taking place on May 29, 2022, 5 PM at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Fans are sure to have a blast with NCT DREAM, SHINee’s KEY, WEi, and ALICE performing their latest hit songs on the Philippine stage.

NCT DREAM will be headlining the show, coming on the heels of their widely successful album “Glitch Mode.” Released last March, NCT DREAM has recently wrapped promotions after selling an impressive 2 million albums. This makes them a double million-seller for two consecutive years—a feat only a handful of groups have achieved.

Seemingly a magnet for historic achievements, NCT DREAM is set to tick another one on its checklist. Back in 2020, the group is the last to hold a live concert in the Philippines before COVID-19 lockdown. Now, they’ll be one of the first international artists to perform live again after two years. Needless to say, NCT DREAM is making dreams come true with their return to the country.

Performing alongside the group is labelmate KEY, lead dancer, and lead rapper of SHINee. In 2018, KEY made his solo debut with the single “Forever Yours,” which he quickly followed up with a full studio album titled “Face.” The album peaked at number 5 on Korea’s Gaon Chart and snagged a top 10 entry on the US World Albums Chart.

September last year, KEY released his first mini-album “Bad Love,” which earned him another top entry on the Gaon Chart. The titular track also enjoyed commercial and critical success with its Music Core win and The Ringer naming it the Best KPOP Song of 2021.

WEi, a six-member boy group from OUI Entertainment, is also joining in the fun. Though only debuting 2 years ago, the group is no stranger to the limelight. Members DAE HYEON, DONG HAN, YONG HA, YO HAN, SEOK HWA, and JUN SEO have different charms, and as a fourth-generation youth icon, WEi is loved by domestic and international fans.

In March of this year, the group released their fourth mini-album “Love Pt.1: First Love” with “Too Bad” as the main title. The album sold more than 100,000 copies and placed at number five on Korea’s Gaon Chart.

Last but definitely not the least is ALICE, consisting of members EJ, Do-A, Chaejeong, Yeonjae, Yukyung, Sohee, and Karin. In 2018, the group was named the Best Rookie Group at the 24th Korean Entertainment Arts Awards. Fresh off the May 4 release of their latest single “Power of Love,” these fearsome femmes are ready to wow on the stage.

The 2-hour concert marks the first live KPOP show in the country since the COVID-19 lockdown. Don’t miss this historic event and come see talented artists on one stage. Pre-selling of tickets begins on May 17, 2022 (12NN) via https://www.cdmentertainment.ph.

Official ticket selling begins the next day, May 18, 2022 (10AM) via https://www.ticketnet.com.ph/ and all Ticketnet outlets nationwide.

Prices are as follows:
- Patron A PHP10,250
- Patron B PHP9,450
- Lowerbox PHP7,850
- Upperbox PHP4,950
- General Admission PHP3,250
*Prices are subject to ticketing charges.

“Begin Again: KPOP Edition” is brought to you by CDM Entertainment in partnership with BRODYWORKS.

#BeginAgain_KPOP
May 17, 2022
Prepare for Takeoff with ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ New Character Posters

Meet the best of the best. Get to know the Top Gun: Maverick crew with the reveal of their individual character posters. See them on the biggest screen possible on Wednesday, May 25 in theaters and IMAX across the Philippines.

Watch the film’s new spot below:

About Top Gun: Maverick

After more than thirty years of service as one of the Navy’s top aviators, Pete “Maverick” Mitchell (Tom Cruise) is where he belongs, pushing the envelope as a courageous test pilot and dodging the advancement in rank that would ground him. When he finds himself training a detachment of Top Gun graduates for a specialized mission the likes of which no living pilot has ever seen, Maverick encounters Lt. Bradley Bradshaw (Miles Teller), call sign: “Rooster,” the son of Maverick’s late friend and Radar Intercept Officer Lt. Nick Bradshaw, aka “Goose”.

Facing an uncertain future and confronting the ghosts of his past, Maverick is drawn into a confrontation with his own deepest fears, culminating in a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those who will be chosen to fly it.

Directed by Joseph Kosinski, Top Gun: Maverick stars Tom Cruise, Miles Teller, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, Glen Powell, Lewis Pullman, Charles Parnell, Bashir Salahuddin, Monica Barbaro, Jay Ellis, Danny Ramirez, Greg Tarzan Davis with Ed Harris.

The film is written by Ehren Kruger and Eric Warren Singer and Christopher McQuarrie, based the characters created by Jim Cash & Jack Epps, Jr. Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Tom Cruise, Christopher McQuarrie and David Ellison.

Top Gun: Maverick is distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Connect with #TopGun and tag paramountpicsph

May 13, 2022
Try These 6 Exciting Summer Activities from Metro Channel’s ‘Beached’

With the hottest season of the year officially on, you might be one of those who have already planned a beach getaway or outdoor trip to cool down and make up for the past two summers spent cooped up at home.

To add a little more excitement to your long-awaited vacation, we’ve rounded up some must-try activities based on Metro Channel’s travel show, “Beached,” that you can get inspiration from and, hopefully, be able to do with your friends or family.

1. Go ziplining in Biaringan, Romblon

The Biaringan zipline is the only zipline in the Philippines that goes from one island to another. You’ll enjoy this zipline adventure, which has a total length of 1,350 meters to and fro, so it’s surely something to check off your bucket list in case you travel to Romblon. Not to mention the view is marvelous!

2. Swim with whale sharks in Sorsogon

This activity is not for the faint-hearted but if you love the ocean and have always been fascinated with sea creatures, this would be a dream come true for you. This remarkable experience—which even made “Beached” co-host Rachel Peters cry—will also make you appreciate the beauty of marine life even more.

3. Experience skydiving in San Vicente, Palawan

Sure, leaping off a plane thousands of feet above the ground sounds terrifying, but skydiving is definitely something that a lot of people cannot wait to check off their bucket list. If you’re an adrenaline junkie, you should surely take cue from Marc and Rachel who described their respective experiences as “so fun” and “absolutely spectacular.” Get ready to shrug off those nerves and sign up for this electrifying activity.

4. Navigate Boracay’s marine life via an underwater scooter

Ever wanted to have a stroll underwater? Then this one is for you! Unlike helmet diving, where one needs to be cautious and stay in one place, underwater scooter or HydroBOB allows someone to go around more comfortably while submerged in the ocean. It might be harder to enjoy for those who are claustrophobic, but the thrilling experience of being up close with marine life will surely convince those who have doubts to try this one out.

5. Try canyoneering in Badian, Cebu

If you are up for some challenging (but worth it!) outdoor adventure, you should definitely take on canyoneering, which involves travelling down creeks or streams within canyons. As seen on an episode of “Beached,” Marc and co-host Maggie Wilson embarked on this fun adventure by climbing, jumping, sliding down, and even swinging as they made their exit in Kawasan Falls—a pristine natural wonder that will surely exceed your expectations.

6. Take a tour of the Piñones mangrove forest in Puerto Rico on eFoil

Local destinations are undoubtedly top-tier, but if you’re setting your sights on international travel this year and have saved up enough for new escapades, why not visit Puerto Rico? Marc and guest co-host Miss Earth Puerto Rico 2018 Krystal Xamairy explore the “Island of Enchantment” on one of the most recent episodes of “Beached.” Among the places they explored was the Piñones mangrove aboard the local invention, eFoil, a self-propelled hydrofoil surfboard that lifts someone off the water using a remote control. This water sport is truly one for the books!

Don’t miss the latest “Beached” episodes on Metro Channel, available on SKYcable channel 52 (SD) and channel 174 (HD), Cignal channel 69, and GSAT channel 70. Episode highlights of “Beached” are available on Metro.Style’s YouTube channel while full episodes can be seen on the Facebook page of Metro.Style.

For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok or visit www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom.

May 13, 2022