SB19’s much-anticipated film, PAGTATAG! THE DOCUMENTARY, makes its grand theatrical debut across the Philippines today! Fans and music lovers alike are in for a treat as the film pulls back the curtain on the highs and lows of the group’s journey to global pop stardom.
A Raw and Real Inside Look
The documentary goes beyond the glitz and glamour, diving deep into SB19’s collective and individual experiences on tour. It showcases the intense pressure and anxiety the group faced while navigating their meteoric rise in the global music scene. This candid exploration of their journey highlights not just their achievements but the mental and emotional challenges they had to overcome.
As SB19 moves forward into a new era of music, career, and personal growth, PAGTATAG! THE DOCUMENTARY captures never-before-seen moments that test their resilience and commitment. The film doesn’t shy away from the struggles, offering an honest portrayal of the group’s year-long tour and album release, filled with setbacks that added to their mental and emotional stress.
Overcoming Adversity
“Part of what makes the film even more special is that it doesn’t sugar-coat the learnings and experiences that we’ve endured during the entire era of the PAGTATAG! tour and album release,” SB19 shares in a press statement. “The year-long run was filled with multiple setbacks that added mental and emotional distress. But as the title explains it best, the documentary will show how we bounced back from the adversities in life and career, and how we managed to mount a series of shows despite going through a lot of internal and collective struggles. We hope that through this movie, we will be able to inspire our A’TIN to become stronger and more resilient when they face a similar ordeal in a not-so-distant future.”
Behind the Scenes with SB19
SB19’s PABLO, who currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of 1Z Entertainment, emphasized that they’ve always thought about producing a documentary that captures the story behind the stage and the little moments that define the human aspects of mounting a tour of this scale and ambition.
“We’re grateful to First Light Studios and Jed Regala for helping us turn our vision into a reality,” PABLO reveals. “We’re lucky to have a team that understands the power of collaboration.”
Exclusive Screenings Nationwide
The film is set for exclusive screenings from August 28 to September 1 in cinemas nationwide. Don’t miss your chance to witness SB19’s incredible journey on the big screen!
Get your PAGTATAG! THE DOCUMENTARY tickets here.
A Triumphant Year for SB19
Just recently, SB19 added another feather to their cap by winning Billboard’s Fan Army Face-off for the second consecutive year, beating international music icons like Rihanna. The group garnered 56.3% of the votes in the final round, a testament to their ever-growing global fanbase.
Moreover, SB19 represented the Philippines in Billboard Korea’s “Billboard K POWER 100” in Seoul, where they received the Voices of Asia Award for their groundbreaking contributions in bringing Filipino music to the global stage.
About SB19
SB19 is a multi-awarded, five-member boy group from the Philippines consisting of Pablo, Josh, Stell, Ken, and Justin. They debuted in October 2018 with their single “Tilaluha” and gained widespread popularity with their second single “Go Up.” Since their debut, SB19 has amassed a global fanbase, known as A’TIN, and has been recognized as the Philippines’ Youth Ambassadors by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts.
The “SB” in SB19 stands for “Sound Break,” reflecting their ambition to disrupt the music scene and showcase Filipino talent on the international stage. SB19 is the first Southeast Asian and Filipino act to be nominated for the Billboard Music Awards’ Top Social Artist in 2021 and has consistently made waves on the Billboard Social 50 and Next Big Sound Charts.
Their latest hit, “GENTO,” debuted at #8 on the Billboard World Digital Sales Charts, further solidifying their status as global music icons.
SB19 is self-managed by 1Z Entertainment, a company built and managed by the members of SB19.
