BINI continues to make waves internationally as the first Filipino act to represent Asia in the Favorite Global Music Star category of Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards 2026. The nation’s girl group also marked its debut at the renowned Vevo Studios in the US.
The girls are nominated alongside international artists Taylor Swift, Zara Larsson, Olivia Dean, Tyla, Karol G, and Tame Impala. Previous Asian nominees in the category include K-pop acts BIGBANG, BTS, BLACKPINK, and Stray Kids.
“Very grateful, honored, and blessed. Iyon naman po talaga yung goal namin so ngayon it’s very humbling at nakakataba ng puso kasi naisip kami na mag-present sa Asia,” BINI Stacey shared in an interview with TV Patrol.
Adding to the group’s international milestones, BINI also delivered a performance of “Blush,” their maiden project on Vevo Studios in Los Angeles. The video is now available on the group’s official YouTube channel.
These achievements follow BINI’s wins for Artist of the Year and Tour of the Year for the “Signals” World Tour at the Filipino Music Awards 2026.
The group is also preparing for “Bloom Membership Day” on October 21, with online and offline activities for fans with Weverse membership, including livestreams, one-on-one fancalls, and an intimate studio audience experience.
BINI will continue its “Signals” World Tour in Singapore on October 25 and Taiwan on November 15. The group is also set to headline major music festivals in 2027, beginning with the inaugural Asia Pop Girl Fest alongside HANA and 4EVE. The festival will take place in Chiba, Japan, on January 22 and 23; Bangkok, Thailand, on February 13; and SM Mall of Asia Arena on February 19. BINI will also perform at LaLaLa Fest Manila 2027 alongside British singer Olivia Dean and OPM acts Up Dharma Down, Lola Amour, and Sunkissed Lola.
There’s something special that happens when a theater company has been living and breathing its craft for years. You don’t just watch actors hit their marks, you feel them. That lived-in quality is exactly what makes “Rizal 3000”, the Philippine Stagers Foundation’s bold new original musical, land with such force.
The show moves fluidly between two distinct worlds. One is the familiar era of José Rizal, his convictions, his writings, and his sacrifice. The other is the year 3000, a chilling future where an authoritarian regime has outlawed history itself. Books are banned, education is rewritten, and the national hero has been erased from collective memory.
Johnrey Rivas as José Rizal.
Written and directed by highly-acclaimed artist, Vince Tañada, the musical weaves several deep themes together, each one rooted in the question that drives the entire story: What if a nation forgets its heroes?
Elia Olano as Eden and Peter Parker Tañada as Franchesco.
At the heart of this future is Iosephus, the last historian who risks everything to keep Rizal’s legacy alive, and his son Franchesco, who stumbles upon a hidden diary that begins to reawaken an entire nation. The dual timeline never feels gimmicky. Instead, it sharpens the themes of memory, truth, identity, freedom, and sacrifice until they cut cleanly across centuries.
Vince Tañada as losephus and Vean Olmedo as Leone
Vince Tañada himself plays losephus, alternating with Vance Larena. Johnrey Rivas, John Arcenas, and Ken Intano take turns as Rizal. James Ramada, Peter Parker Tañada, and Toby Nicanor share the role of Franchesco. From Manila the production set out on a nationwide tour that continues through April 2027, carrying the story into cities and towns where many young people will encounter Rizal this way for the first time.
Vocally, the ensemble is outstanding but stage is too small for the entire cast. Original Filipino music by Pipo Cifra is delivered with clarity, power, and heart.You can hear the training and the care in every note.
What elevates the production is the cast’s complete ownership of the material. You can see the years of stage work in every moment. The acting doesn’t feel performed; it feels lived. It sits in their bodies, their voices, their instincts. Hats off especially to Johnrey Rivas, Vincent Tañada, and Vean Olmedo. They’re totally comfortable on stage. Their scenes flow with a natural ease that only comes from deep trust and shared experiences on stage. It’s my first time seeing these three share the stage in this way, and they’re all excellent. Tañada, as both writer-director and performer, carries the weight of Iosephus with quiet authority and vulnerability. Olmedo’s presence cuts through with clarity and emotional precision. Together they create a living current that pulls the audience along.
One of the best parts is how the show mixes heavy moments with light ones. The comedy is sharp and lands at just the right time. The jokes feel natural, not stuck on for laughs, and they never take away from the serious parts. Everything flows together smoothly.
The costumes help a lot too. From the moment a character steps onstage, you know exactly which century you are in. The historical costumes evoke the late 19th century with dignity and detail, while the year 3000 designs feel sleek, controlled, and slightly unsettling, futuristic without tipping into cartoonish sci-fi. The visual distinction is so clear and consistent that the time shifts never confuse; they simply transport.
PhilStagers has long positioned itself as a “national mobile theater,” and Rizal 3000 feels purpose-built for that mission. The Philippine Stagers Foundation has long used theater as a tool to educate the youth and keep history alive.
After the success of earlier works such as “Bonifacio Ang Supremo”, the company continues that mission by looking forward rather than only backward. It treats the stage as a place where the past and the future can speak to each other, and where young audiences can feel the weight and the hope of Rizal’s ideals in a new way.
The company has already set its sights on the Visayas region as part of a wider tour, determined to bring the production to audiences far beyond Metro Manila. That ambition matters. This is not a show that belongs only in polished theaters; it is meant to travel, to meet students and communities where they are, and to keep the conversation about memory and nationhood alive in places where it might otherwise fade.
For those still in Metro Manila, remaining 2026 performances are scheduled as follows:
October 15 – Novaliches Convention Center (Novadeci), Quezon City – 8 AM, 11 AM, 2 PM, and 5 PM
October 23–24 – St. Scholastica’s College, Manila – 8 AM, 11 AM, and 2 PM
November 29–30 – SM North EDSA, Quezon City – 8 AM, 11 AM, and 2 PM
Tickets are priced at ₱500 and may be purchased through advance reservation or as walk-ins, subject to availability. For reservations and inquiries, contact Jacky Aquino at 0976 501 5558.
Rizal 3000 does not simply retell a familiar story. It places that story in conversation with a possible future and asks whether we are still willing to remember.
“Mutlwoh (Patay Na Patay Sa’yo)” premiered as one of seven full-length films
Due to massive public demand, “Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo)” has announced a nationwide theatrical run, with screenings in 13 Ayala Cinemas across the country. Named the audience’s choice from seven full-length films that participated in the Puregold CinePanalo festival, “Multwoh” was a blockbuster smash with sold-out screenings being reported all over the metro.
Due to massive public demand, “Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo)” hasannounced a nationwide theatrical run.
Coming off one of the most successful Puregold CinePanalo runs to date, “Multwoh” was not only a hit with audiences but among critics as well. The film reaped four awards during the festival’s annual awards night: Always Panalo award, Panalo sa mga Manonood, Panalo sa Production Design, and Panalo sa Brand Intrusion.
“Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo)” was awarded the Panalo sa mga Manonood along with three other awards at the Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival Awards Night.
With accolades and rabid audiences behind it, “Multwoh” is now coming to theaters nationwide, including cinemas in Cebu, Cagayan de Oro and more.
Sassa Gurl and Joao Constancia star in this supernatural tale of love and loss.
What made “Multwoh” such a monster hit?
For one, the film was driven by the star power of its viral lead Sassa Gurl, as well as the crew’s sensational promotional maneuvers. On top of various press interviews and online appearances, Sassa Gurl gamely slid into a coffin in a public display that was meant to sow intrigue among cinema fans about the film’s premise.
Sassa Gurl received a Panalong Aktres nomination for her performance in “Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo).”
While receiving the audience choice award at the Puregold CinePanalo Awards Night, Rodina Singh spoke on the importance of viewers choosing queer stories.
“Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo)” will screen in 13 Ayala Cinemas nationwide.
“To me as a filmmaker, this [Panalo sa Manonood award] feels the most validating among all the awards for tonight,” said Singh. “Sumali po ako sa pagpepelikula na ang tanong sa samin, ‘may manonood ba ng kwentong gusto niyong ikwento?’
“Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo)” was not only a hit with audiences but among critics as well, garnering much acclaim through its festival run.
Sa pangatalong pagkakatoon, sasabihin ko po na ang ‘Multwoh’ ay nahigitan na ang lahat ng screenings ng una ko pang pelikula at pangalawa.”
The film’s success speaks to the hunger that Pinoy audiences have for diverse stories. Far from alienating audiences with its queer characters and unabashedly proud tone, “Multwoh” has been a commercial dynamo attracting viewers of all ages and backgrounds.
“Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo)” has been a commercial dynamo attracting viewers of all ages and backgrounds.Viral superstar Sassa Gurl plays the leading role of Marcel in “Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo).”The vibrant and ghostly world of “Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo)” wasrewarded with a Panalo sa Production Design award.Screenings for “Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo)” were regularly sold out throughout its initial festival run.The unabashed queer themes in “Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo)” did not alienate audiences but instead drew in rabid fans.Joao Constancia and Sassa Gurl in their leading roles in “Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo).”“Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo)” returns to the big screen for an extended run starting October 21.Sassa Gurl stars as Marcel, a deceased college student looking to settle her unfinished business on earth.Since hitting the big screen as part of the Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival, “Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo)” has been a monster hit among audiences.Fans from Manila all the way to Cagayan de Oro will once again get the chance to enjoy “Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo)” on the big screen.
“Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo) returns to the big screen starting October 21 at Glorietta, Trinoma, Market! Market!, Fairview Terraces, Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Ayala Malls Circuit, Ayala Malls Feliz, Ayala Malls Cloverleaf, Ayala Malls Marquee, Ayala Malls Harbor Point, Ayala Malls Center Cebu, Ayala Malls Centrio, and Ayala Malls Central Bloc.
Whether it’s the butterflies that come with having a crush, the uncertainty of holding on to someone, or simply finding the strength to keep moving when life gets tough, music has a way of putting our feelings into words. These freshly dropped music videos from ABS-CBN Music artists Brent Manalo and Heath Jornales and P-pop groups AJAA, AZTER, and WRIVE bring different emotions and experiences to life, each telling a story that viewers can relate to in their own way.
Brent and Analain Salvador play two co-workers who quietly harbor feelings for each other in the music video for “Pareho Tayong Nahihiya,” directed by John “Sweet” Lapus. Set in a coffee shop where the two work together, the story follows their subtle interactions as they navigate their mutual attraction without ever finding the courage to confess what they truly feel. The song was composed and produced by StarPop label head Roque “Rox” Santos and was released as part of Brent’s “Lover Boy” EP.
Heath puts his own take on love and longing into “Back to You,” a heartfelt track about caring for someone who keeps slipping away and choosing to return despite the distance. The Kapuso singer-actor stars alongside his mom, Kayla Davies, in the music video, where he makes an effort to express his care while harboring feelings for someone special. Composed by Heath himself and produced by Rox Santos, the song is among the standout tracks from his debut EP.
New P-pop boy group AZTER brings its “univerZity” concept to life in the music video for “Parang May Mali,” which is set inside a classroom and reflects the school-inspired theme of the group’s debut album. The setting serves as a backdrop for the song’s story about feeling stuck in love while still holding on to hope that things can eventually fall into place. Written by Roel Rostata, Patrick Rodriguez, and John Reinard Fernandez, the track gets a dynamic visual treatment through choreography by Cedrick Mateo and AZTER’s Kean. The music video was directed by Edrex Clyde Sanchez.
WRIVE brings a contemporary take to Gloc-9’s hiphop track “Sumayaw Ka,” encouraging listeners to take a break from their worries, enjoy the moment, and keep moving forward. Originally composed by Gloc-9, the new version, which features Cianne Dominguez, is produced by Darren Cashwell and WRIVE member Russu.The music video features the five-piece P-pop group dancing and playing around in a closed room while dressed in cool denim ensembles. Its visualizer shifts between high- and low-angle shots, creating a CCTV-inspired perspective.
AJAA brings the excitement of meeting someone special to life in “KAKABAKABA,” a track from their latest EP “4:ÜS,” that highlights the nerves that come with being around someone you like—and how those jitters can fade when you’re together. The MV follows the group inside a thrift shop as they try to win over their special someone, eventually leading to a prom-inspired celebration where they get to spend time together. Composed by Dennis Campañer and produced by Gab Tagadtad, “Kakabakaba” was directed by Mark Putian and gives the song a playful visual treatment that matches its youthful charm.
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Check out these new music videos from AJAA, AZTER, Brent, Heath, and WRIVE available on ABS-CBN Star Music YouTube channel.
A beloved childhood classic is making its way back to the big screen as The Land Before Time comes exclusively to select Robinsons Movieworld branches this October 9 to 11, October 16 to 18, and October 23 to 25.
Originally released in 1988 and directed by acclaimed animator Don Bluth, The Land Before Time is a timeless animated adventure that has captivated generations with its heartfelt story of friendship, courage, loss, and hope.
At just 1 hour and 9 minutes, the film delivers an emotional journey that balances wonder, humor, and touching moments that continue to resonate with audiences of all ages. With its memorable characters and storytelling, The Land Before Time continues to capture the imagination of generations.
The story follows Littlefoot and his group of young dinosaur friends, the Quintuplets, as they navigate a world filled with both wonder and danger in search of their families and a new home. More than just a dinosaur adventure, The Land Before Time is a story about growing up, finding courage in difficult moments, and discovering that the journey becomes easier when shared with friends. Its memorable characters, beautiful animation, and enduring message have helped make it a cherished classic for generations.
For ’80s and ’90s kids, the film offers a chance to revisit a treasured childhood favorite on the big screen, while younger audiences and first-time viewers can discover the timeless adventure of Littlefoot and his friends for the first time. Together, families can experience the magic of a classic animated film that continues to bring generations closer.
The film will screen exclusively at select Robinsons Movieworld branches, including Opus Premier Cinemas, Robinsons Magnolia, Robinsons Antipolo, Robinsons Galleria Ortigas, Robinsons Tuguegarao, and Robinsons Galleria Cebu.
Experience the journey with Littlefoot and his friends on the big screen! Watch The Land Before Time this October exclusively at Robinsons Movieworld. For more information, visit www.robinsonsmovieworld.com or follow Robinsons Movieworld on social media. Tickets are available at https://bit.ly/TheLandBeforeTimeAtRMW.
OPM icon Raymond Lauchengco returns to the concert stage in November paying tribute to Generation X with some of today’s biggest names in Philippine music!
Tickets are now available at TicketWorld for “Raymond Lauchengco: We Built This City” happening on November 21, 2026, Saturday, at 8 p.m. at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Circuit Makati.
For the generation that made mixtapes and knew every word by heart, Raymond’s latest major show is an invitation to get the barkada together again. For the generations who might be too young to know, the musical party is a chance to discover and fall in love with genres such as new wave and MTV pop. Expect beloved ’80s anthems, ballads and Broadway tunes alongside Raymond’s enduring hits, with plenty of reasons to sing along.
“It’s a good excuse to get the barkada together for a night out,” says Raymond. “I want everyone to have fun and sing along to the songs we grew up with. I have a feeling we’ll remember more of the lyrics than we think!”
Joining him are Ogie Alcasid, Mitch Valdez, Gary Valenciano and Regine Velasquez.
Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo directs, with musical direction by Marvin Querido. An immersive city-inspired stage sets the scene for a musical journey through the years.
Following his Aliw Award-winning concerts “Just Got Lucky” and “Everybody Loves Raymond,” Raymond brings a long-held dream concert to life.
“This is my dream concert because it’s about my generation,” the 60 year-old singer shares. “We grew up with these songs, then went out and built lives. I want us to take an evening to enjoy how far we’ve come. We did well. And we still know how to have a good time.”
While Gen X is at the heart of the show, everyone who loves the music is welcome.
For those who want a closer look behind the scenes, each Platinum ticket includes a Soundcheck Experience and a Priority Meet & Greet Pass with Raymond after the show. Make it a night with your favorite people. Get your tickets now at tinyurl.com/WBTCNov21.
For inquiries contact Viber 09777990921 or visit raymondlauchengco.com.
There’s something special about the moment the first Christmas lights come on. That quiet spark of excitement that makes you pause mid-step, look up, and suddenly feel the season arriving a little earlier than usual.
12 Weeks of Iconic Christmas in SM City FairviewBear Park in SM North EDSA
This year, SM Supermalls is making sure that feeling lasts longer. With the launch of its 12 Weeks of Iconic Christmas campaign, the country’s biggest mall group is spreading the holiday spirit across twelve major destinations from October all the way through December 2026. Instead of waiting for the final stretch of the year, families, friends, and solo wanderers can start soaking in the magic right now, one glowing milestone at a time.
Holiday Glow Arch of SM City Fairview
The countdown began on October 3 at SM North EDSA, where the first lights flickered to life. Just days later, on October 9, SM City Fairview followed with its Luminous Holiday switch-on, bathing the mall in warm golden tones and setting the tone for what’s to come. From there, the celebration continues its journey across the country:
SM Megamall – October 16 SM Aura – October 20 SM Seaside City Cebu – October 30 SM Lanang – November 7 SM City Santa Rosa – November 14 SM City Pampanga – November 21 SM City Bacolod – November 28 SM City Baguio – December 5 SM Mall of Asia – December 12 SM City Clark – December 19
Each launch is more than just a lighting ceremony. It’s a carefully crafted moment designed to pull people into the heart of the season. Visitors can expect grand Christmas parades that fill the atriums with music, movement, and pure holiday energy. Magical light and drone shows will turn ordinary evenings into something cinematic, while Santa meet-and-greets offer those classic, heart-melting moments that kids (and more than a few adults) look forward to every year.
What makes the campaign feel especially thoughtful is how it stretches the joy across three full months. Whether you’re in Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao, or the provinces, there’s a nearby SM mall ready to welcome you into the season. You don’t have to wait until December to feel that familiar warmth. You can start now, under the lights, beside the tree, or simply walking through halls that suddenly smell a little more like Christmas.
In a year that often moves too fast, SM’s 12 Weeks of Iconic Christmas offers a gentle invitation: slow down, look up, and let the season find you early. The lights are already on. The only question left is which stop you’ll visit first.
The Filipino alternative rock band gives its 2020 single a renewed sonic treatment, revisiting a song that nearly missed its moment and has since taken on a more personal meaning.
Six years after its release, Calein is giving “Oras” another chance to find its audience.
The Filipino alternative rock band, known for songs such as “Umaasa” and “Someone,” has released a remastered version of the 2020 single, retaining the original arrangement and emotional core while sharpening its sonic details. The release revisits a song whose initial momentum was interrupted by the pandemic, offering both longtime listeners and new audiences an opportunity to hear it anew.
“Oras” first arrived in March 2020, as Calein was beginning to build momentum. The band marked the release with an intimate launch at Social House in Makati, drawing fellow musicians including Unique Salonga, Arthur Nery, and One Click Straight. Blaster and other artists were also present to show their support.
For vocalist and songwriter John Dale “JD” Mustacho, the turnout was an encouraging sign of what the song could become.
“I was surprised that so many people came to support us,” he recalls.
But the release came at a difficult time for the music industry. Just days after the launch, the COVID-19 pandemic brought live performances to a standstill, leaving Calein with limited opportunities to promote the track beyond online content.
“Everybody was shocked, and we all had to adjust,” JD says. “We didn’t really get to promote it properly, so most of what we did became online content.”
Drummer Benjo Criste remembers how abruptly the band’s plans were derailed. “The fire was there, but when the pandemic happened, everything was cut short.”
The remaster now gives Calein the opportunity to revisit that unfinished chapter. Rather than radically rework the song, the band opted to preserve its original identity while improving the listening experience.
“I wanted to give the song new life and give the band a clear path this time,” JD says.
Bassist Oliver Salaysay sees the release as an opportunity to bring the track back into circulation after its original promotional campaign was cut short. “Because the promotion was stopped before, this feels like the perfect time to reintroduce the song,” he says.
Remastered by Jan Aries Agadier Fuertez, the updated version retains the original recording and arrangement, with greater clarity, width, and depth in the mix. The changes are intended to bring the song’s existing details into sharper focus without diminishing the emotions that defined it.
“We didn’t change anything about the song because we wanted to keep its identity and emotions,” JD explains.
Oliver points to the more defined vocals and expanded sound as key differences in the remaster. “The vocals are crisper, the sound is wider. It feels clearer.”
Beyond its updated production, “Oras” remains rooted in a deeply personal experience. JD wrote the song after inviting someone he had a crush on to one of Calein’s gigs, hoping to confess his feelings. The plan fell apart when she arrived with her boyfriend.
“That was where the first line of the song came from,” he recalls.
The experience gave the track its original emotional foundation, but time has since changed how JD relates to it. What once centered on feelings for another person has become a reflection of his relationship with himself.
“Before, it was about someone else,” he says of the chorus. “Now, it feels more like a hidden love for myself.”
That shift gives the remaster a significance beyond revisiting an older release. While the song itself remains unchanged, the people behind it have moved forward, carrying new experiences and perspectives into their understanding of the music.
For Benjo, “Oras” serves as a reminder of an earlier version of himself and the memories attached to the song. “When you listen to it and close your eyes, the music takes you back. It reminds you of your younger self,” he says.
The release also arrives as Calein settles into its current lineup, with JD on vocals and guitar, Oliver on bass, and Benjo on drums. For the band, the remaster reflects a more mature stage in its development without abandoning the qualities that shaped its sound.
“This version of Calein feels fresh and more mature,” JD says. “We have a clearer path now. But the sound, the heart, and the identity are still there.”
Reintroducing “Oras” also means reaching listeners who may have missed the song when it first came out. Oliver sees the release as an entry point for those unfamiliar with the band’s earlier material, while Benjo hopes longtime listeners will use the remaster as an opportunity to reflect on their own journeys since first hearing it.
“I hope they remember how they felt the first time they heard it, and see how far they’ve come,” Benjo says.
Ultimately, Calein is less concerned with prescribing a particular interpretation of “Oras” than with preserving its ability to move people. The song’s meaning may change depending on who is listening, when they encounter it, and what memories they bring to it.
“It doesn’t matter if it’s happiness or longing,” JD says. “As long as they feel something, that’s already the reward for us.”
Six years after its debut, “Oras” returns with its original emotional landscape intact but viewed through a different lens. For Calein, the remaster is a chance to reclaim a moment that was cut short, introduce the song to a new audience, and recognize how time can change the meaning of a piece of music without changing the music itself.
“Oras” (Remastered) is available on digital streaming platforms. The official lyric video is also available online.
About Calein
Calein is a Filipino alternative rock band known for its emotionally driven songs about love, longing, and nostalgia. The band, known for tracks such as “Umaasa” and “Someone,” currently consists of John Dale “JD” Mustacho (vocals and guitar), Oliver Salaysay (bass), and Benjo Criste (drums).
Balaraw’s official trailer gave viewers plenty to unpack ahead of the series launch, including dreams that leave our protagonist Sabina (Janine Gutierrez) with more questions than answers, an island that seemingly refuses to give up its secrets, and a taste of uncertainty (and danger) waiting for anyone who dares to set foot in Balaraw.
Photo courtesy of Netflix
Here’s a closer look at what makes Netflix’s upcoming Original series Balaraw a must-watch, as well as some first look photos!
THE PEOPLE OFBABANG YAWA
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The official trailer gave us an extended look into what awaits viewers on the island of Balaraw, and most especially, the community that calls it home. A tribe shrouded in mystery, with an uncommon way of life built into the very fabric of their DNA. It is a place with cryptic elements waiting as you venture deeper into the island. But their existence begs its own set of questions: what kind of lives do they lead, what roles do they play in Sabina’s search for her mother, and what are they willing to do to keep their community afloat and their secrets from surfacing?
SABINA’S CONNECTION TO THE ISLAND
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Sabina is haunted by a pull of something she can’t quite explain. It was the very force that once pulled her mother away from the island, making her the only person to ever successfully leave. Now on her own quest for answers, Sabina is left questioning her mother’s decision to presumably return to the island, untangling mystery after mystery as she gets closer to her mother. What truths will she and the others uncover when they finally get there? And what will those truths mean for Sabina and her connection to the island?
AN ISLAND SHROUDED IN MYSTERY
Photos courtesy of Netflix
An island known to few and with its existence debated by many, Babang Yawa is seemingly cut off from the rest of the world—a place with its own community cloaked in mystery. Netflix’s Balaraw is for people who love a show that keeps you guessing and questioning what’s real. It will keep you glued to your screens as you join Sabina’s search for answers right up to the very end.
The island is calling.
Are you brave enough to answer?
Find out the secrets of Balaraw on October 29. Only on Netflix.
The Filipino quartet blends reggae, indie rock, and Manila Sound into a freewheeling track about letting go and riding the moment.
Life rarely moves in a straight line, and IV OF SPADES is leaning into the detours. On “Rollercoaster,” the Filipino quartet trades the pressure of chasing the next big moment for something looser: a sun-soaked, groove-heavy ride through reggae rhythms, indie-rock textures, and Manila Sound.
Released during the band’s US and Canada tour, “Rollercoaster” finds IV OF SPADES in an especially playful mode. The psychedelic-tinged track moves with an easy confidence, layering reggae’s rhythmic pulse with indie rock and the melodic sensibilities of Manila Sound. The result is vibrant without feeling overly polished, with a laid-back quality that gives the song room to breathe.
It is the kind of track that seems built for motion. Imagine the windows down, the volume turned up, and a stretch of road with nowhere specific to go. “Rollercoaster” captures that particular rush of abandoning the itinerary and seeing where the night takes you — a feeling equally suited to spontaneous road trips, late-night hangs, and those fleeting hours when plans become secondary to simply being present.
That sense of surrender is central to the song. Rather than treating uncertainty as something to overcome, IV OF SPADES turns it into part of the thrill. The band’s groove-forward approach allows “Rollercoaster” to feel carefree without becoming weightless, maintaining the musical inventiveness that has characterized the quartet’s work.
The single arrives at a particularly strong point in the band’s 2026 run. IV OF SPADES recently took home Album of the Year and Song of the Year at the 2026 Awit Awards, followed by a win for Alternative Song of the Year at the Filipino Music Awards. “Rollercoaster” also marks the band’s second release of the year, following “Isang Pag-ibig.”
Originally uploaded to the band’s SoundCloud page in 2015, “Isang Pag-ibig” was revisited and re-released in 2026, introducing the track to a new generation of listeners. Since its release, it has accumulated more than three million combined streams across platforms and peaked at No. 18 on YouTube Music’s Trending Music chart.
With “Rollercoaster,” IV OF SPADES once again demonstrates that its musical identity does not fit neatly into a single genre. Instead, the quartet draws from different eras and sounds to create something distinctly its own — colorful, rhythmic, slightly psychedelic, and unapologetically fun.
Sometimes, the best way forward is simply to stop worrying about the destination. On “Rollercoaster,” IV OF SPADES makes a convincing case for enjoying the ride.
“Rollercoaster” is out now worldwide on all major digital music platforms via Sony Music Entertainment.
More than a decade after it first lit up the stage, Chicago the Musical is returning to The Theatre at Solaire for a limited run from March 9 to 28, 2027.
Presented by GMG Productions in association with Barry & Fran Weissler and David Ian, the show that inaugurated the venue in 2014 is coming home. Now celebrating 30 years on Broadway, the Tony Award-winning musical has racked up more than 11,700 performances, been seen by over 35 million people, and played in 38 countries and more than 525 cities.
Carlos Candal, CEO of GMG Productions, put it best:
“Chicago is one of those extraordinary shows that never goes out of style. It’s sexy, sophisticated, provocative and wickedly funny, with incredible music, iconic Bob Fosse choreography, and a story of fame, ambition, scandal, and celebrity that remains as relevant as ever.
There’s something especially meaningful about bringing Chicago back to The Theatre at Solaire, where it inaugurated the venue in 2014. More than twelve years later, returning to the same stage feels like a real homecoming.
What I love most about Chicago is its edge. It’s glamorous and seductive, but also dark, witty, and dangerous. From ‘All That Jazz’ and ‘Cell Block Tango’ to ‘Razzle Dazzle,’ it’s filled with songs and moments that have become part of musical theatre history.
We’re thrilled to bring it back to Manila in March 2027. Whether you saw it in 2014 or are discovering it for the first time, Chicago is a show that truly comes alive on stage. Come on, baby, let’s razzle dazzle.”
Barry Weissler, the show’s producer, shared the same excitement:
“It was such an honor to be chosen as the inaugural production at the grand opening of the Theatre at Solaire back in 2014, so for Chicago to return to Manila next year and take that same stage again is a real homecoming.
John Kander, Fred Ebb, and Bob Fosse created a prescient masterpiece that is ever relevant in this moment and time. Audiences are in for a real treat. The show is as hot as ever!”
David Ian, co-producer with Crossroads Live, added:
“We’re delighted to announce the return of Chicago to the Theatre at Solaire in March 2027 as part of its red-hot 30th Anniversary global tour. Chicago truly is the triple-threat musical that combines the sensational choreography of Bob Fosse with the master melodies of John Kander and the satirical lyrics of Fred Ebb. Our incredible company can’t wait to perform Chicago in Manila, home of such an enthusiastic musical theatre audience. Get ready to paint the town!”
Set in 1920s Chicago, the musical follows Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who lands on trial for murder. With the help of slick lawyer Billy Flynn, she tries to turn her crime into a media sensation, only to find herself competing for the spotlight with fellow inmate and nightclub star Velma Kelly.
The legendary book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander, and lyrics by Fred Ebb deliver one showstopper after another: “All That Jazz,” “Cell Block Tango,” “Razzle Dazzle,” “Nowadays,” and more. The original Broadway revival was directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie and choreographed by Tony Award winner Ann Reinking.
A six-time Tony Award winner (including Best Musical Revival), Chicago continues to captivate audiences more than three decades after its Broadway return.
Tickets: get in early
The razzle dazzle starts soon. Here’s the schedule:
October 12–15, 2026 — UnionBank Presale (10% off for cardholders)
October 16, 2026 — GMGP Waitlist Presale (10% off)
Tickets will be available through TicketWorld (premier.ticketworld.com.ph).
Age recommendation:Children below 4 years old will not be admitted. The production contains mature language and themes, including violence, murder, sexual content, and smoking onstage. Parental guidance is advised.
So put on your best face and get ready. Chicago the Musical is coming back to Manila this March 2027 — and there’s going to be plenty of all that jazz.
Through genre-bending collaborations and a stage built for discovery, Coke Studio has helped push OPM from local airwaves to global playlists.
This year, Coca-Cola Philippines celebrates Coke Studio’s 10th season under the theme “Dinig Ang Pinas,” marking a decade of the platform’s commitment to championing Filipino music. To mark the milestone, Coke Studio brings together legendary OPM artists KZ Tandingan, Ben&Ben, and Al James for a special anthem release titled “Sumabay Ka“, a track inspired by Filipino stories and the artists’ own Coke Studio journeys, honoring ten years of giving Filipino music a bigger stage to be heard.
This season, Coke Studio legends take center stage once again, not just as performers, but as storytellers and cultural champions, each offering a fresh take on the legacy they helped build. The lineup features KZ Tandingan, Asia’s Soul Supreme; Ben&Ben, the nine-piece folk-pop band behind some of OPM’s most streamed anthems; and rapper and hitmaker Al James, known for blending hip-hop with distinctly Filipino storytelling.
Since its launch in the Philippines, Coke Studio has grown from a single-season collaboration series into one of the country’s most recognized platforms for original Filipino music. From Season 1 to 9, the platform has featured 75 Filipino artists and produced tracks that have amassed over million views on YouTube, including standout hits like Blooming by BINI, and songs by Sarah Geronimo, Moira Dela Torre, and even Apl.de.Ap.
Through it all, the platform has remained anchored by one goal: giving Filipino artists a stage to be seen, heard, and celebrated on their own terms, from intimate stages to bigger platforms and, in doing so, contributing to the broader evolution of OPM.
“For ten years, Coke Studio has been more than a platform. It’s been a promise to Filipino artists that their music deserves to be heard. As we mark this milestone, we want to build an even bigger stage for the next generation of OPM talent to be discovered, celebrated, and heard by the world.” says Frenissa Lagman, Senior Marketing Director at Coca-Cola Philippines.
As Coke Studio enters its second decade, the platform remains committed to expanding opportunities for Filipino artists and building bigger stages, for OPM to be heard by wider audiences at home and abroad.
Fans can follow the season and join the conversation via @cocacolaph on Instagram, @CocaColaPhilippines on Facebook, and stream this year’s anthem song, “Sumabay Ka”, featuring KZ Tandingan, Al James, and Ben & Ben on Spotify!
Theatre Group Asia (TGA) brings internationally acclaimed director, playwright, and arts leader Chay Yew to the Philippines for his Philippine directorial debut with Ang Tahanan ni Bernarda Alba, his adaptation of Federico García Lorca’s classic drama translated into Filipino by Guelan Varela Luarca.
With a career spanning more than three decades, Yew has directed productions at some of the United States’ leading theater institutions, including The Public Theater, New York Theatre Workshop, Roundabout Theatre Company, Playwrights Horizons, Goodman Theatre, Berkeley Repertory Theatre, La Jolla Playhouse, and American Conservatory Theater. His directing credits include Cambodian Rock Band, Mojada, Oedipus el Rey, Sweatshop Overlord, The Light in the Piazza, and The House of Bernarda Alba. His work also extends to opera, and he is a recipient of the OBIE, DramaLogue, and Craig Noel Awards for Direction.
From 2011 to 2020, Yew served as Artistic Director of Victory Gardens Theater in Chicago, where he championed new works and stories reflecting the city’s diverse communities. His contributions to theater have also earned him the 2024 Doris Duke Artist Award, while the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society honored him that same year as one of 65 directors who have “inspired SDC members and transformed the American Theatre.”
For Ang Tahanan ni Bernarda Alba, Yew returns to material he first staged more than 25 years ago with the National Asian American Theatre Company in New York. When Yew first approached The House of Bernarda Alba, he found himself drawn to the more poetic qualities of Lorca’s Blood Wedding and Yerma.
Yew shares, “I combined the two, trying to find its own lyricism within past Lorca plays, including the story that Lorca is telling, and integrated it into this production. And in this version, I also decided to deepen and find new complexities of all the women in the play.”
For his Philippine directorial debut, Yew says the work carries particular resonance for Filipino audiences. His earlier staging involved several Filipino artists who recognized familiar cultural dynamics within Lorca’s story. “When we first did the play, there were a lot of Filipinos involved, and they all kept saying that it was the most Filipino experience. The more I did it, the more I realized it had to come to the Philippines,” Yew continues. The collaboration with TGA also brings the story full circle. The collaboration also carries a deeply personal resonance, as one of TGA’s co-founders, Bobby Garcia, was once a student intern under Yew during the early years of Yew’s career in New York.
For the Philippine production, Yew was also deliberate about presenting his adaptation in Filipino. That decision reunites him with playwright and translator Guelan Varela Luarca, whom he first met while Luarca was a graduate student at Hunter College and later collaborated on an adaptation of The Oresteia. He explains, “When the opportunity came with Bernarda Alba, I didn’t want to do it in English. I told Clint I wanted to give this play a Filipino spirit. It’s a play they should hold on very dear to…the only person who I knew who has the capacity of its poetry and politics is Guelan.”
On working with the iconic Lea Salonga portraying the play’s titular character, Yew shares, “It’ll be huge challenge for her because I think this role is very antithetical to what she has done. Yet, I do recognize the fortitude, the strength, and the dynamic quality that she has as an actor to play the role. I recognize in Lea those qualities. She is a mother. She is a force of nature. And the question right now is, how far can we explore Bernarda with a wonderful actor like Lea?”
Ang Tahanan ni Bernarda Alba is about a strict matriarch and her five daughters. After the death of her second husband, Bernarda imposes eight years of mourning on her daughters and demands absolute obedience within the household. But as tensions build behind closed doors, her daughters’ frustrations, desires, and rivalries begin to challenge the order she has tried to maintain.
Ang Tahanan ni Bernarda Alba will be staged in February 2027 at the Power Mac Center Spotlight Blackbox Theater. Tickets will be available exclusively through TicketWorld, beginning with a pre-sale for BPI cardholders from October 19 to 21, followed by an exclusive pre-sale for TGA subscribers on October 22 from 10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. Public ticket sales begin on October 23 at 10 a.m.
Ang Tahanan ni Bernada Alba is presented by Ayala Land and Theatre Group Asia and is the 2nd offering of its 2026-2027 Season of Power. BPI and Philippine Airlines provide additional support.
ABS-CBN Music was named Music Company of the Year at the Filipino Music Awards 2026, with Kapamilya artists BINI, Maki, and Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid also taking home top honors.
Regine received the Lifetime Achievement Award for her enduring contribution to Philippine music, honoring the OPM icon’s celebrated body of work and lasting legacy across decades.
BINI emerged as one of the night’s biggest winners, taking home two grand awards, Artist of the Year and Tour of the Year for their “Signals World Tour.” The recognition reflects the nation’s girl group’s growing global impact as they continue to bring Filipino music to audiences beyond the Philippines through milestones such as their Coachella and Summer Sonic debuts, their recording of “A Parallel World” for the film “Forgotten Island,” and their ongoing world tour.
Maki’s KOLORCOASTER wins Album of the Year courtesy of Filipino Music Awards
Maki, meanwhile, received Album of the Year for “KOLORCOASTER,” his 10-track record released under Tarsier Records featuring the hits “Dilaw,” “kahel na langit,” and “Namumula.”
ABS-CBN’s Music Company of the Year legacy recognition highlights its continued support for Filipino music and artists, as well as its role in creating opportunities for OPM to reach audiences in the Philippines and abroad through its music arm, ABS-CBN Music.
Now on its second edition, the Filipino Music Awards 2026 celebrates creativity and excellence while honoring artists and institutions that contribute to the growth and evolution of OPM. The awards were presented by AGC Power Holdings Corp., in cooperation with One MEGA Group Inc., MEGA Global Group Inc., Modern Media Group Inc., and DigistarPH Inc.
Hot on the heels of her highly anticipated and already-acclaimed new album Pylon, music icon beabadoobee is returning to Manila on 13 April 2027 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena for The Powerlines Tour!
Tickets will be available starting with an artist presale from 12 October, Monday, 10AM to 13 October, Tuesday, 10AM. Sign up now for artist presaler access at https://beabadoobee.lnk.to/signup.
Mastercard cardholders have special access to presale tickets in Manila Mastercard Presale starts 13 October (Tue), 12PM to 11:59PM. Check out priceless.com/music for details.
Live Nation PH members can secure tickets during the Live Nation PH presale on Wednesday, 14 October at 12PM local to 11.59pm local venue time. Visit livenation.ph for free membership sign-up and presale access.
General on sale will begin on Thursday, 15 October from 12pm via ticketmaster.ph.
ABOUT BEABADOOBEE
Born in the Philippines and raised in London, Beatrice Laus emerged as a British alternative music icon across three acclaimed albums and five EPs. She has garnered multiple BRIT Award and BBC Sound Of nominations, and won NME’s Radar award, whilst amassing over 10 billion streams worldwide and more than 12 million followers across her social channels.
In September 2026, beabadoobee released her latest album, Pylon, which debuted at number 1 on the UK Official Albums Chart and the ARIA Albums Chart in Australia, and at number 7 on the US Billboard 200. The album follows This Is How Tomorrow Moves, her first record to reach number 1 on the UK Official Albums Chart in 2024, as well as her UK Top 10 albums Beatopia(#4) in 2022 and Fake It Flowers (#8) in 2020.
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