Based on the graphic novel of the same name by Gene Luen Yang, “American Born Chinese” tells the story of Jin Wang, an average teenager juggling his high school social life with his home life. When he meets a new foreign student on the first day of the school year, even more worlds collide as Jin is unwittingly entangled in a battle of Chinese mythological gods.
The coming-of-age adventure features an all-star international cast, including Academy® Award and Golden Globe winners Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan (“Everything Everywhere All at Once”), Ben Wang (“Chang Can Dunk”), two-time International Emmy Award nominee Yeo Yann Yann (“Wet Season”), Chin Han (“Mortal Kombat”), Daniel Wu (“Reminiscence”), former Taekwondo champion Jimmy Liu and Sydney Taylor (“Just Add Magic”). Academy® Award nominee Stephanie Hsu (“Everything Everywhere All at Once”) guest stars.
Emmy® Award-winning writer/producer Kelvin Yu (“Bob’s Burgers,” “Central Park”) serves as executive producer and showrunner. Destin Daniel Cretton (Marvel’s “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” “Short Term 12”) is set to direct and serves as executive producer, alongside Melvin Mar and Jake Kasdan (both of “Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.,” “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” and “Jumanji: The Next Level”), Erin O’Malley (“Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.”), Asher Goldstein (“Short Term 12,” “Just Mercy”) and Gene Luen Yang.
Disney+ will celebrate multiplatinum-selling recording artist Miley Cyrus’ highly anticipated eighth studio album Endless Summer Vacation with an original special event, “Miley Cyrus ‒ Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions).” Miley Cyrus serves as executive producer on the music-focused performance special from Disney Branded Television and will showcase new music from Endless Summer Vacation, including “Flowers,” which has been No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart for six consecutive weeks since its debut. Produced by Miley Cyrus, the award-winning creative production companyRadicalMedia, HopeTown Entertainment, Crush Management and Columbia Records, “Miley Cyrus ‒ Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions)” is set to premiere on Saturday, March 11, at 2 a.m. PHT on Disney+.
Miley Cyrus takes the stage in this must-see, Disney+ music event, “Miley Cyrus – Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions).” For the first time ever, Miley performs songs from “Endless Summer Vacation,” including her hit single “Flowers,” seven additional tracks from the album, one of her chart-topping classic hits and a special performance with Rufus Wainwright.
The global superstar’s cinematic performances are threaded with exclusive interviews in the famed Los Angeles house where Frank Sinatra once lived and where Miley shot the celebrated official music video for “Flowers.” With this special, Miley, who also serves as executive producer, opens the door to audiences around the world, providing insight into her new album and the person she is today. The “Backyard Sessions” are a series that Miley began in 2012 for her fans. Viewers were quickly taken with the experience of watching Miley and her band perform in an intimate, outdoor setting, and the “Backyard Sessions” quickly became a benchmark series. “Miley Cyrus ‒ Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions)” serves as a continuation.
Endless Summer Vacation will be available globally, both digitally and at physical retailers via Columbia Records, on March 10th PT. Fans can pre order multiple configurations now, including black vinyl, exclusive red vinyl and an exclusive clear vinyl variant only available on shop.mileycyrus.com. Fans can also pre save the album on streaming services here.
“Miley Cyrus – Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions)” is produced by RadicalMedia, Miley Cyrus, HopeTown Entertainment, Crush Management and Columbia Records. Jacob Bixenman and Brendan Walter are directors, and Marcell Rév is director of photography.
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It’s been almost two years since the release of season two of The Mandalorian and so much has happened since then. A range of other Star Wars shows have premiered on Disney+ but I never caught up. I did enjoy ‘The Mandalorian’ though so being able to see the first two episodes quickly reminded me what I love most about the show. Even with all the time that passed, it’s important to note that the only two characters you really have to remember are The Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his ward, Grogu. Their relationship is the heart of the show and that’s all you need to know. What I also love about ‘The Mandalorian’ is how showrunner Jon Favreau sticks to the space western genre.
Westerns are not just about cowboys and Native Americans. It’s the frontier lands and it’s about the beginnings of civilization. Away from the big cities, in the wild, wild west, might makes right and the law is just an abstract thing. What Favreau does is to take the essential thematic elements of a western and infuse it into the narrative structure of ‘The Mandalorian.’ He does this with terrific effect. It’s one part commentary on the fringes of society, far away from the eyes of authority but it’s also a fun adventure into the unknown reaches of the Star Wars universe.
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By the start of the third season, we discover that Grogu has decided to stay with Din Djarin (which apparently is a choice that was made in an episode of ‘The Book of Bobba Fett,’ which I did not see) and are now on a task to redeem Din Djarin in the eyes of The Mandalorians, as he has broken from the Creed when he took off his helmet last season. Despite the show being about the frontier lands of the Star Wars universe, outside the reach of The New Republic, and the people at the fringes of this galactic society, the first two episodes of the third season seem to be exploring the roots of Mandalorian culture and the importance of the Creed, their way of life.
There is a profound existentialism that is being teased in the first two episodes as Din Djarin is determined to rejoin his people by bathing in the waters of an underground lake in his homeworld. On the flip side, Bo Katan (Katee Sackhoff) joins the cast and contrasts Din Djarin’s faith by being cynical about the Mandalorian code. As a royal who saw Mandalore at its greatness (before its ruin), she is disillusioned and cynical. These two forces are at full display in the first two episodes and signal an interesting philosophical debate that may unfold during this whole season.
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After all, the first two seasons have been about exploring the world of the show and how lawlessness looks in this universe. Now, the show goes deeper and looks inwards into the beliefs that give these characters a sense of purpose. Now, the mantra the Mandalorians always recite – “This is the way” – holds much more weight. It’s become a promise of what’s to come in this season and I’m all for it.
The show is moving at a very quick pace. The first episode seems inconsequential, a random trip that leads to no real story event other than to revisit some old characters, but quickly we arrive at Mandalore by the second episode and what transpires there is a figurative renewal of faith for the two characters in opposition. By the end of the second episode, I still don’t know where this show is moving towards but it feels so much bigger than before, as if it is alluding to something grand and I’m all for it.
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What makes ‘The Mandalorian’ so enjoyable is the free-and-easy storytelling and the dynamic characters. It’s a fun show that prefers to show us in broad strokes a world that is outside the reach of authority. There’s a lot of humanity tucked away in the images of pirates and mercenaries. Now that Din Djarin and Grogu’s relationship is secured, it is time to broaden that world and, at the same time, deepen it and if it moves along its steady pace as earlier seasons, then we are in for another fun ride.
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The Mandalorian season 3 has released its first episode on Disney+with new episodes dropping every week.
The legendary Broadway star Idina Menzel has become an undeniable Disney icon, starring in Enchanted and Disenchanted, and famously voicing Elsa in the Frozen series. On Which Way to the Stage?, we get to see Menzel go on a national tour and achieve her lifelong dream, headlining a concert in New York City’s iconic Madison Square Garden.
Global sensation BLACKPINK is hands-down one of the biggest girl groups in the world, with chart-topping hits like “Kill This Love,” “How You Like That,” “Ddu-Du Ddu-Du,” and “Whistle.” BLACKPINK: The Movie celebrates the group’s fifth year together and features exclusive interviews with the extremely talented Jisoo, Jenny, Lisa, and Rosé, along with performances from their highly successful world tours.
Filipino-American actress, singer, and songwriter Olivia Rodrigo is one of the brightest young stars in music today, with her debut album “Sour” topping global music charts and earning prestigious Grammy nominations. In driving home 2 u, get an in-depth look at the making of her album, along with special performances of her top hits like “drivers license,” “good 4 u,” and “traitor.”
For headstrong heroines
Heroines are strong and fearless, taking on all challenges and overcoming obstacles along the way. Be inspired by these women on Disney+ and witness their awesome feats of strength and bravery!
Get ready for a super-powered legal comedy featuring lawyer Jennifer Walters (Tatiana Maslany), aka She-Hulk, as she tackles legal troubles of the superhero kind. Apart from handling superhero legal matters like a boss, she also has to masterfully deal with her new powers and balance her life as a lawyer and superhero on the rise.
From one super-powered series to another, catch Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen) in WandaVision where she musters the emotional strength to deal with loss and motherhood while overcoming the threats that look to shatter reality as we know it.
Brave follows the tale of Merida, a princess who wants to defy royal norms, leading to a quest to save her family and kingdom from war. Brave is an inspiring tale of heroism that young girls will surely love.
Throughout history, women have been successful trailblazers and trendsetters, empowering fellow women around the world to take charge. Be inspired to lead like them by watching these amazing women do their thing while breaking norms on Disney+!
In Cruella, we see the titular character, played by Emma Stone, as a young fashion designer looking to make her mark in the industry. With her daring and elaborate designs and a daring group of thieves by her side, little will stand in the way of her success.
Amelia Earhart, the first female pilot to fly over the Atlantic Ocean solo, is a role model for women worldwide. Expedition Amelia, produced by National Geographic, looks to solve the mystery of her fateful final journey and find the much-sought answers to one of history’s biggest mysteries.
Portrait of Allison Fundis, Chief Operating Officer, Ocean Exploration Trust. (photo credit: National Geographic/Stewart Volland)
This upcoming true crime film is based on the true story of a killer who went on a rampage during the 1960s. It stars Keira Knightley as reporter Loretta McLaughlin, the intrepid journalist who broke the story at the time. She challenges the norms and takes risks to let her voice be heard, and uncover the corruption within the case.
The past two seasons have garnered critical acclaim and are enjoyed by new and long-time Star Wars fans alike. As the New Republic struggles to keep the peace together, The Mandalorian must meet with old allies and face new enemies while he and Grogu explore the galaxy.
Before the new season starts, here are some things you need to know to get up to speed.
The story so far
The first season of The Mandalorian begins with the story of the titular character (Din Djarin), a space bounty hunter who takes on contracts to kill or capture targets. He is tasked to hunt down The Child/Grogu, a mysterious youngling. Upon meeting The Child, The Mandalorian decides to go on the run and not honor the contract. This leads to a journey that becomes a fight for survival as they try to take down The Client, the man responsible for putting up the contract.
This ends with them making an enemy out of Moff Gideon, who was a part of the Galactic Empire that once ruled the galaxy. The Mandalorian and the Child then formed a new clan as they set off on a journey to learn more about the latter’s true origins.
In the second season, Grogu is abducted by the enemy. This leads to a dramatic rescue and a fight between Din Djarin and Moff Gideon, which ends with Djarin getting a weapon called the Darksaber and saving Grogu. The end of the second season saw Grogu wanting to train to become a Jedi. He then bids Din Djarin goodbye in an emotional farewell.
Grogu’s origin and powers
Grogu is one of the show’s biggest stars. We learned more about his abilities and origin story in the second season. His name was revealed by Ahsoka Tano, along with his past as a Jedi in training. We also see Grogu become more comfortable using his powers and abilities, even helping Din Djarin during fights. They include telepathy, telekinesis, healing wounds, calming beasts, and even masking his own abilities to protect himself.
While the second season shared more information about Grogu’s origins, the mystery of who rescued him when he was younger remains.
Who will claim the Darksaber?
A legendary weapon from Din Djarin’s home planet of Mandalore, its holder can claim the right to rule the planet. Realizing the power that this weapon holds, he has the choice to stake his claim. However, Bo-Katan, one of his trusted allies, is Mandalore’s rightful heir and needs the Darksaber
New adventures await Din Djarin and Grogu in The Mandalorian Season 3, catch them on Disney+ on March 1, 2023.
This year, Disney+celebrated the 17-year career of the K-pop group Super Junior by releasing the documentary Super Junior: The Last Man Standing which chronicles the rise of the South Korean boy band and how it heralded the great Hallyu wave around the world, brought by the popularity of South Korean performers.
During a recent press conference for the documentary, Super Junior’s leader Leeteuk and main vocalist Ryeowook talked about their journey through the seventeen years since the group debuted back on November 6, 2005. Check out some highlights of their Q&A with the Asian press below:
What does the title ‘The Last Man Standing’ mean for you?
Ryeowook: “The Last Man Standing” is part of the lyrics of our song Superman. I felt this from 10 years ago, that we will be the last man standing, so I do feel the responsibility and pressure to show our junior idol groups how to strive forward so I really want to work hard.
Leeteuk: I heard that the winner is the last man who smiles, so in 10 years’ time [or] 20 years’ time, I still want to say that Super Junior is going to be the last man standing.
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As a trailblazer in K-pop, how does it feel?
Leeteuk: I do feel a lot of pressure these days. Because we’ve come a long way, I think our junior idol groups will also try to work harder and longer. Because our documentary is so well-made, maybe the other idol groups will also love to have their documentaries.
Super Junior has remained for 17 years now, what do you think makes Super Junior the “Last Man Standing”?
Ryeowook: We never took breaks. Some of us enlisted in the army but even when some of us were in the army, the group didn’t cease to work and have new albums, so I think that’s one of the powers that we have.
Leeteuk: We weren’t trying to let go of anything, but what we did was try the hardest at every moment and I think those days piled up to be 17 years of time.
Photo: Super Junior: The Last Man Standing trailer
What do you think sets this documentary apart from the other documentaries that Super Junior had been a part of?
Ryeowook: There’s a lot of footage of when we were young, when we’re literally babies, so I think those rare footages and videos will be taken as really fun and enjoyable to our old and new fans.
If you could go back to November 6, 2005, what would you say to yourself?
Ryeowook: I would say that you are going to be the best so don’t be afraid, because when I was watching the documentary I felt like I was quite afraid when I was young so I couldn’t even really introduce myself so I wanna say that to my younger self.
Leeteuk: So if you watch the documentary, I think it was the first album jacket shoot and the reporter says ‘Hello, what’s your name?’ and Ryeowook says hello, then she said her name and he says ‘I’m the youngest in the group’, and she says, ‘Name?’ and he says ‘Ryeowook’.
Ryeowook: I was really nervous at the time.
Leeteuk: If I were to go back to 17 years ago, I would tell myself that you’re doing great, because there are things that I could fix, but at the time that was the best I could give. Sometimes I do want to go back, but I know I really tried my best.
Photo: Super Junior: The Last Man Standing trailer
— Super Junior: The Last Man Standing is now streaming on Disney+.
After their arrival here in the Philippines, Disney+ has not only brought the Disney magic to our streaming devices, but it also entertained us with the rich library of shows and movies from Marvel Studios, Pixar, Star, the Star Wars franchise, and so much more!
If you’re on the lookout for the latest offerings of Disney+, here’s a roundup of the exciting titles you can watch on the streaming platform this month.
The legacy of Black Panther continues even after T’Challa’s death. As Wakanda mourns the death of their king, a new threat rises from underneath the seas, prompting the remaining leaders of Wakanda to step up in order to protect their homeland.
9-1-1 Lone Star’s team of fearless firefighters from Austin, Texas are back and ready to face more challenges on the field, and ready to delve into romances this season.
j-hope In The Box
Premiering February 17
As Grammy-nominated K-pop group BTS enters the second chapter of their journey, watch as rapper and dancer j-hope officially kicks off his solo career with his debut album, Jack in the Box.
Call It Love
Premiering February 22
This unconventional revenge K-drama follows the relationship between a grieving daughter and the son of her father’s mistress.
Animated Shows for Kids
The Proud Family: Louder & Prouder Season 2 – February 1
In Up, Carl and Ellie’s journey through life together has truly left a mark as one of the most memorable sequences in a Pixar film, and continues to tug at our heartstrings even after 14 years since the movie was first released.
This year, Carl’s story continues with an upcoming Dug Days short subtitled Carl’s Date. Further details have yet to be revealed, but the short will reportedly follow Carl as he tries to get into the dating scene again since the death of Ellie, with the hilarious but reliable Dug as his wingman (wingdog?).
For those unfamiliar with the original film, Pixar’s Up follows the old and grumpy balloon salesman Carl, who tries to fulfill his late wife’s forgotten dream– that they find the fabled Paradise Falls. Using balloons tied up on his house, Carl flies away to the wilderness in search of the lost world, only to discover that the little Wilderness Explorer Russell was standing on his front porch, and gets caught up in his adventure.
Dug Days is a series of shorts revolving around the beloved canine in Up. You can stream the first five episodes of the spin-off on Disney+. The upcoming episode is set for release sometime this 2023.
If you’re looking for a heartwarming and feel-good K-drama story, Soundtrack #1 is a must-watch. Soundtrack #1 is a story about two childhood friends temporarily moving in together to write a song. As they spend more time together and learn about each other, a romance slowly develops between them.
For families
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples. Familial love is just as important as romantic love so why not spend some quality time with your family by holding a movie session with these shows.
Enjoy the wonderful songs and music of Disney film Encanto performed live by the original cast themselves alongside special guests at the legendary Hollywood Bowl. Sing-along to the likes of “We don’t talk about Bruno” and “Family Madrigal” with your family to this show.
Experience an out-of-this-world adventure with the Clade family in Strange World. As they embark on a journey to a mysterious land, Searcher Clade (Jake Gyllenhaal) must settle his differences with his father Jaeger Clade (Dennis Quaid) in order to complete a mission to save their world.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
The long-awaited sequel to the Academy Award-nominated Black Panther,Black Panther: Wakanda Forever sees Wakanda reeling from the loss of T’Challa, their great protector. When an outside threat in the form of Namor looks to invade Wakanda, Shuri, Nakia, M’Baku, and the Dora Milaje have to put aside their grief to protect their nation.
For singles
Valentine’s Day isn’t just about celebrating with a partner or your family, it can also mean giving yourself some much-needed TLC. Here are some great shows about singlehood and self-love that you can watch on Disney+.
A coming-of-age teen drama, Love, Victor is set in the same world as the 2018 film, Love, Simon. The story revolves around Victor Salazar (Michael Cimino), a teenager struggling with his identity and sexual orientation. Victor goes on a journey of self-discovery while adjusting to a new city and being the new kid in school.
A docu-series created by Brie Larson and Culture House, Growing Up is a set of ten coming-of-age stories about the trials and tribulations of adolescence. Each story features a “hero” talking about their experiences growing up and is told through a unique and experimental form of documentary filmmaking.
It can be difficult enough to find love, add a whole lot of lies to the mix and you’ve got a roller coaster of emotions and drama. Pink Lie depicts this with a group of young men and women entering the Pink House to find love with each of them hiding a truth about themselves. As they form relationships with one another, the truth behind their lies may make or break their relationships.
Watch all of these lovely offerings and much more on Disney+ and have a Valentine’s Day that warms your heart. Get your Disney+ subscriptions via GCash on DisneyPlus.com and enjoy even more content you’ll surely love from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and Star!
