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  • Max’s Restaurant Adds Pochero, More Soups to Solo Meals for the Rainy Days

    Max’s Restaurant makes the rainy days more comforting with its lineup of heartwarming soups now available alongside their Solo Meals!

    When you order a Solo Meal that already comes with a range of rice, beloved viands, and Max’s Caramel Bar, you also get to choose a solo serving of one of their soups.

    Solo Meals and Soups Artwork
    Photo: Max’s Restaurant

    If you’re going for that classic sour and savory flavor, you can select the Sinigang na Tiyan ng Bangus, Sinigang na Baboy, or Sinigang na Hipon.

    If you’re seeking to sink your teeth into tender beef that’s soaked in a heartwarming soup, then pick their Nilagang Baka. Meanwhile, Pocherong Baka is Max’s newest offering, made with a rich tomato-based soup, juicy saba, corn, and other vegetables complementing its flavorsome beef chunks.

    Pocherong Baka Artwork
    Photo: Max’s Restaurant

    Diners can just add P139 for the Sinigang soups, or P159 for the Nilaga and Pochero. The new Pocherong Baka is also available for sharing at only P759 for dine-in customers.

    Enjoy Max’s latest offerings through delivery.maxschicken.com or 888-79000 (Metro Manila). These are available for dine-in, take-out, and delivery in all stores nationwide.

    For more information and the latest updates on their promos, follow Max’s Restaurant on Facebook and Instagram.

  • LOOK: Pâtisserie Le Choux-Colat Opens in Podium, Offers Premium and Affordable Artisanal Desserts

    There’s no denying that cakes provide comfort and joy in the midst of life’s ups and downs. They serve a purpose other than for special occasions. They are a sweet ending to any day or meal, a form of reward, a way to brighten up a mood or express your love.

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    If you’re looking for something extra noteworthy, you’ll never go wrong with Pâtisserie Le Choux-Colat’s premium and artisanal bakes. In their pursuit of making every day special and spreading happiness to every family, this homegrown brand offers a selection of delectable desserts at a reasonable price. Their specialties are handcrafted entremets and gâteaux de voyage (or travel cakes) in various flavor combinations that are familiar to the Filipino palate.   

    Behind the sweets is Ely Salar, an international award-winning and multi-certified Filipino pastry chef and chocolatier whose culinary endeavors are founded on his desire to elevate the Filipino food experience. With Pâtisserie Le Choux-Colat, he gives classic French confections a Filipino twist through a play of culturally inspired flavors and real and high-quality ingredients, some of which are sustainably sourced from his Elfortunella Farm in Leyte, where he also grows his own cacao.

    Every detail is handcrafted by Chef Ely and his team

    In February 2021, the brand made its debut on Facebook and Instagram, with only two products available for delivery. Their Chocolate and Coffee Crème Brûlée entremets instantly became a hit. To meet the rising demand, they gradually expanded their dessert repertoire with new flavors. They officially marked their expansion on July 8, 2022, with the opening of their first physical store in The Podium.

    “Our taste profiles are never too far away from flavors we are used to,” says Chef Ely. “From the aroma to the form, glaze, textures, and flavors, each piece is a treat to the senses and taps into a familiar feeling or memory or serves you a wave of nostalgia.”

    Chef Ely Salar with his wife Jiannina

    A lot of skill and artistry goes into creating the perfect blend and form, not to mention the intricate details that are also made from scratch. Every creation is truly a labor of love and a testament to quality and pastry craftsmanship.

    “Even with a simple and elegant presentation, each cake is made with a great deal of complexity using the French technique to build all the layers and achieve the desired eating experience.”

    Entremet lineup

    Entremets are multi-layered cakes encased in a beautiful mirror glaze. These confections may appear simple and unassuming, but they will take your taste buds on an adventure with a flavorful medley of fudge or sponge cake, cream, mousse, crunch, and texture. Imagine biting into a symphony of flavors and textures that range from light to creamy, pillowy, smooth, and crunchy.

    Gâteaux De Voyage Petit Gâteaux and Entremets on display

    The Chocolate Entremet is a sophisticated take on a classic flavor. This tried-and-true favorite is composed of 64% dark chocolate mousse, moist chocolate sponge, homemade crispy wafer crunch with hazelnut praline paste and milk chocolate, and encased in a dark chocolate mirror glaze with edible 24k gold leaf accents.

    White Chocolate Rose Entremet

    The Coffee Crème Brûlée boasts a complex yet comforting taste profile—a perfect marriage of the bold coffee flavor and the soft, sweet brightness of the crème brûlée. Underneath its silky smooth mirror glaze layer with bitter-sweet coffee and white chocolate cremeux, rich vanilla custard, caramelized sugar, crispy milk chocolate wafer crunch, and a moist dark chocolate sponge cake.

    Pâtisserie Le Choux Colats Chocolate Coffee Crème Brûlée and Mango Magnifique entremets

    Made with fresh Philippine mangoes, the Mango Magnifique is the perfect play of sweet and citrus profiles. When sliced, this stunning dessert reveals delectable layers beneath the white chocolate mirror glaze: a spread of mango mousse, mango gelee cubes in vanilla diplomat cream sandwiched by vanilla citrus sponge, and a streusel crunch disc.

    Yema Cacao is a distinctly Filipino treat that brings together the sweet, silky local delicacy with rich homemade chocolate. You get the best of the best on all fronts—from the decadent cacao nib sponge cake, rich tablea cacao panna cotta, light vanilla sponge cake, and oozing yema mousse, to the yema chocolate mirror glaze, cacao chocolate bark topping, and cacao pod made with tablea milk chocolate crunch.

    A new addition is the Strawberry Dark Chocolate. A lovely pairing of two romantic flavors, this decadent dessert is layered with chocolate fudge cake, dark chocolate ganache, strawberry coulis, feuilletine, and praline crunch, and topped with fresh and plump strawberries, chocolate truffle kisses, and edible 24K gold leaf.

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    Also new on the menu are the Petit Gateaux or miniature sizes of the Chocolate and Coffee Crème Brûlée entremets.

    For moments that call for an added touch of elegance, take your pick from the three flavors of their White Chocolate Rose Entremet: Chocolate, Coffee Crème Brûlée, and Yema Cacao. Each comes with a delicately handcrafted white chocolate flower on top.

    Gâteaux de Voyage

    Gâteaux de Voyage, Pâtisserie Le Choux-Colat’s version of travel cakes, comes in two seasons of varying flavors in snackable sizes that can be enjoyed at any time of day.

    Season 1 includes the Chocolate Rocher, a fudge cake with feuilletine hazelnut crunch and topped with chocolate truffles and chocolate praline.

    Gâteaux De Voyage seasons 1 and 2

    Another flavor is the Banana Chocolate, a fresh and indulgent sponge cake with white chocolate streusel, banana ganache, and dark chocolate ganache.

    There’s also the Almond Praline, which consists of vanilla pound cake, almond praline, and caramelized whipped chocolate ganache.

    Season 2 features a mix of familiar tastes and adventurous notes. The Carrot Cream Cheese is a carrot sponge cake layered with rich white chocolate cream cheese and topped with sweet glazed carrots and crunchy milk chocolate praline crumbles.

    Inspired by local delicacies, the Tablea Nut Brittle is made up of tablea chocolate sponge, salted caramel nut brittle, and tablea chocolate cremeux.

    The bright and tangy Calamansi Bavarian is a calamansi pound cake topped with candied calamansi and wrapped in white chocolate.

    Each Gâteaux de Voyage box contains two bars of each of three flavors.

    #EverydayMadeSpecial: Treat yourself to a premium dessert experience at Pâtisserie Le Choux-Colat’s store located on Level 2 of The Podium. You may also order for pick-up or delivery thru this link https://form.jotform.com/213533794041453. Follow @patisserielechouxcolat on Facebook and Instagram to get updates on new flavors and seasonal offers.

  • ‘FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano’ Finale Trailer Earns 2M Views, Top Trends On Twitter

    The finale trailer for “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” featuring Coco Martin top trended on Twitter with netizens flooding social media, marking the end of an era for an iconic cop character, Cardo Dalisay (Coco), that is beloved by millions of Filipino viewers.

    FPJAP trending on Twitter

    Coco, whose announcement on social media earned more than two million views since its release, formally announced that the longest-running Philippine teleserye that has captured the hearts and minds of millions of Filipino people for almost seven years is nearing its end.

    “Mga ka-Probinsyano, dumating na po ang oras. Ang programang minahal ninyo ng pitong taon ay nalalapit na po ang pagtatapos,” Coco said in the video. 

    Cardo Coco Martin 2

    He adds, “Malungkot man na tayo’y maghihiwalay, pero walang hanggang pasasalamat ang aming nararamdaman. Nagbago man ang mundo, nandyan pa rin kayo. Kahit man po matapos ang teleseryeng ito, hinding-hindi po matatapos ang pagmamahal namin sa inyo.”

    The trailer also gave a sneak-peak to the action-packed last three weeks of the series. It shows Cardo, Task Force Agila, and president Oscar (Rowell Santiago) bolstering their forces for their most dangerous and biggest mission ever – to arrest Lily (Lorna Tolentino) and regain control over the government.

    The adrenaline-pumping scenes also show Cardo and Task Force Agila drawing their guns against corrupt police officials in an impending do-or-die bloodbath, which could eventually be their final face-off.

    Fans stormed social media to express their sentiments over the viral “Ang Pambansang Pagtatapos” trailer, with “Ang Probinsyano” and “Cardo” quickly rising to the trending topics on Twitter Philippines. 

    Netizens also shared their appreciation for “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano,” which has provided action-packed entertainment to viewers and imparted many valuable lessons throughout its historic seven-year journey. 

    President Oscar Rowell Santiago

    “‘Ang Probinsyano’ is ending in three weeks. We all joke about its never-ending plot, but we gotta admit that it became a huge part of the Filipino household’s routing. Kudos to the whole team. Honestly, it’s gonna be hard to top a teleserye with this popularity and success,” tweeted @Rizz_Rianne.

    “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano may have its final episode on August 12, but the show’s impact to its viewers within 7 years will always last in their hearts and minds,” said @AltKpmlyNovelas.

    Task Force Agila

    Don’t miss “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano: Ang Pambansang Pagtatapos” weeknights on Kapamilya Channel, A2Z, TV5, CineMo, iWantTFC, and Kapamilya Online Live on ABS-CBN Entertainment’s YouTube channel and Facebook page. Viewers who use any digital TV box at home such as the TVplus box only need to rescan their device to be able to watch “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” on TV5 and A2Z. “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” is also available to viewers in and out of the Philippines on iWantTFC, while viewers outside of the Philippines can watch on The Filipino Channel (TFC) on cable and IPTV.

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

  • SKY Brings ‘House Of The Dragon’ to PH Viewers on HBO Go This August

    Sky brings HBO Original drama series House of the Dragon, a highly anticipated ten-episode prequel of Game of Thrones to Filipino audiences on HBO GO starting August 22 (Monday).

    Based on bestselling author George R.R. Martin’s novel “Fire & Blood”, the series revolves around the story of House Targaryen 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones.

    HOTD on HBO GO via SKY 1

    Starring: Paddy Considine, Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Emma D’Arcy, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best, Sonoya Mizuno, Fabien Frankel, and Rhys Ifans.

    Additional Cast: Milly Alcock, Bethany Antonia, Phoebe Campbell, Emily Carey, Harry Collett, Ryan Corr, Tom Glynn-Carney, Jefferson Hall, David Horovitch, Wil Johnson, John Macmillan, Graham McTavish, Ewan Mitchell, Theo Nate, Matthew Needham, Bill Paterson, Phia Saban, Gavin Spokes, Savannah Steyn.

    Credits: Co-Creator/Executive Producer, George R.R. Martin; Co-Creator/Co-Showrunner/Executive Producer/Writer, Ryan Condal; Co-Showrunner/Executive Producer/Director, Miguel Sapochnik; Executive Producer/Writer, Sara Hess; Executive Producers, Jocelyn Diaz, Vince Gerardis, Ron Schmidt; Directors Clare Kilner, Geeta V. Patel; Director/Co-Executive Producer, Greg Yaitanes. Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood.”

    Tune in to the premiere of House of the Dragon, streaming on-demand beginning August 22, same time as the U.S., on HBO GO. 

    Before the premiere of House of the Dragon, Pinoy viewers can revisit Game of Thrones, with all episodes from Seasons 1 to 8 now streaming on HBO GO.

    SKY subscribers can stream HBO GO through mobile, desktop, smart TV, and via the SKY Evo box for as low as P99 per month. To subscribe, visit mysky.com.ph/hbogo. HBO GO can also be enjoyed by SKYcable subscribers with existing HBO PAK subscription at no extra cost.

    Follow SKY on Facebook (fb.com/myskyupdates), Twitter (@myskyupdates), and Instagram (@myskyupdates) for further news and promotional updates.

  • 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. 

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    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.

    Marvel SDCC 2022

    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.

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    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 

    For more updates, follow Marvel Philipines on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

  • 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 Ploy Camera Roll

    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.”

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    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.

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    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.

  • 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! 

    Summer 3 PR Images Starbucks Refreshers

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

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    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 

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    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! 

    Summer 3 PR Images Oatmilk Cocoa

    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).

  • 10 Movies Coming To Cinema One This August 2022

    This August, Cinema One Channel is rounding up must-watch films starring your favorite leading men!

    Cinema One movies in August 2022
    Photo: Dreamscape Entertainment

    From movies starring Enrique Gil, Piolo Pascual, and Tony Labrusca to Asian titles featuring South Korean and Chinese stars, here’s what’s in store for you when you tune into Cinema One this August:

    She’s The One

    Starring Dingdong Dantes, Bea Alonzo, Enrique Gil
    August 3 

    A morning show host suddenly realizes what he really wants when his best friend turns out to be the subject of a romantic viral video that captures the attention of the whole nation.

    The Foreigner (Dubbed)

    Starring Jackie Chan, Pierce Brosnan
    August 7

    A businessman with a buried past seeks justice when his daughter is killed in act of terrorism.

    In The Name Of Love

    Starring Aga Muhlach, Angel Locsin
    August 8

    A jaded dancer is hired to be the dance instructor for a ball hosted by a powerful political family. There, he’s immediately drawn to a sad young woman engaged to be married to one of the family’s scions. With powerful forces arrayed against them, the two risk everything for their love.

    Hello Stranger The Movie

    Starring Tony Labrusca, JC Alcantara
    August 14

    A film follow-up of BL series ‘Hello Stranger,’ where Mico and Xavier grow closer yet face new challenges as they join a writing camp along with friends and new people.

    My Ex And Whys

    Starring Enrique Gil, Liza Soberano
    August 18

    The film follows the story of Cali, a blogger who owns the up and coming blog, “The Bakit List,” and her ex Gio who will return to her life unexpectedly and surprisingly after breaking her heart

    Paano Kita Iibigin

    Starring Piolo Pascual, Regine Velasquez
    August 22

    A single mom down on her luck goes on a vacation with her son. She falls into more bad luck as her son breaks the resort owner’s motorbike, and finds herself slowly falling for the resort owner.

    Along With The Gods: The Two Worlds (Dubbed)

    Starring Ju Ji-Hoon, Lee Jung-Jae, Ha Jung-Woo, Ma Dong-Seok
    August 21

    After a heroic death, a firefighter navigates the afterlife with the help of three guides.

    Beauty And The Bestie

    Starring Vice Ganda, Coco Martin
    August 23

    Undercover agent Emman asks his former best friend Erika to take the place of an abducted beauty pageant contestant while he and his agency hunt for the kidnapping victim.

    Call Center Girl

    Starring Pokwang, Enchong Dee, Jessy Mendiola
    August 24

    A mother desperate to keep her family together gets a job at the call center where her daughter is currently working.

    Love Lockdown

    Starring JM De Guzman, Angelica Panganiban, Jake Cuenca, Tony Labrusca, Kylie Versoza
    August 28

    Three stories of different people during a pandemic interconnect as they experience love, lust, and betrayal.

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    For more Cinema One movies this August and for daily schedules of Cinema One, click Here. Subscribe to Cinema One’s Youtube Channel for free full movies! Click Here: Bit.Ly/Cinemaoneonyoutube

    [Note: Channel schedules and movie lineup are subject to change without prior notice]

  • 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!

    Seo In Guk

    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
    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!

  • 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.

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    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.