ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, REVIEWS
Puregold Teatro Panalo invites Filipino playwrights (18+) to submit up to 2 original scripts. 12 works (8 plays, 4 musicals; no AI writing) will win ₱100,000 each, full production support, and staging in early 2027. Apply online by 11:59 PM, Sept 11.
Families across the Philippines can soon enjoy Disney and Pixar’s latest box-office hit at home when Toy Story 5 streams exclusively on Disney+ starting September 23, 2026.
THE Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) issued today a stern warning against the use of falsified or tampered permits following the discovery of a fake Permit to Exhibit (PTE) linked to Tanajuan Pelikula Production and the film, “Tatsulok Trilogy.”
PascualLab marks its 80th year with the launch of Alevia-B for pain and nerve support, and MyColla C marine collagen for skin health. The company also rolled out campaigns for flagship brands like Poten-Cee, Ascof Forte, and C-Lium Fibre.
GMA Pictures revealed the viral “Queen of the Islands” pageant was a promo for its comedy film “Red Crown.” Directed by Dominic Zapata, the movie stars Michelle Dee, Herlene Budol, Sanya Lopez, and a huge ensemble cast. It hits theaters in October.
Disney+ has released the official trailer and key art for Season 2 of the Hulu Original comedy series Chad Powers. All six episodes of the new season will be available to stream exclusively on Disney+ starting Thursday, September 3.
Lazada Philippines has partnered with Viu to offer eligible LazMembership Platinum members a free one-month Viu Premium voucher from August to November 2026. Members can redeem the offer in the app to enjoy ad-free viewing, full HD, and offline downloads.
Naga City Mayor Maria Leonor “Leni” Robredo threw her support behind the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board’s (MTRCB) Responsableng Panonood campaign, commending Chairperson and CEO Lala Sotto and the agency for expanding the initiative nationwide.
Timezone Philippines named P-pop girl group XONARA as brand ambassadors. The year-long partnership includes Timezone Fun App credit promos, exclusive photocards, social content, and in-store activations connecting arcade culture with P-pop fandom.
Ten original short films were selected for the inaugural Panorama Shorts Section at the 2026 Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival. Premiering independently produced works from Philippine filmmakers, the films screen from Sept 23–Oct 4 at Gateway Cineplex 18.