Prepare for the roar of the crowd. Gladiator II, directed by Ridley Scott, and starring Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, Fred Hechinger, Lior Raz, Derek Jacobi, with Connie Nielsen and Denzel Washington, opens only in cinemas December 4.  Gladiator II is the epic sequel to 2000’s Gladiator, which won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Russell Crowe.   Official Synopsis:    From legendary director Ridley Scott, Gladiator II continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of...

In the new featurette “Joaquin’s Joker,” Joaquin Phoenix, who won an Academy Award for his portrayal of Joker in the first film, talks about the direction the sequel took. “Midway through the shoot of the first one, Todd [Phillips, director] and I both thought what it would be like if we did another film,” shares Phoenix. “Music was a huge part of the first film and really did development of certain parts of the character. We’re always trying to find ways in which the character expresses himself in this film.”   Watch the featurette “Joaquin’s Joker"   In another featurette,...

  KAIA continues to cement their status as one of the most sonically adventurous pop groups in the Philippines with the release of their new single, "Walang Biruan," out today via Sony Music Entertainment.   The iridescent, bubblegum-pop track boldly reassures one's feelings without fear of judgment, channeling the playful side of young love. As KAIA explains it, “The song is about telling someone how much you like them in a sweet and honest way. It has a catchy tune and lighthearted vibe, making it easy to relate to and enjoy.”   Giving listeners a taste of summer with a...

The on-screen stars and creative teams involved in the world of Citadel joined together last night to celebrate the upcoming releases of Citadel: Diana and Citadel: Honey Bunny, which will launch on Prime Video worldwide on October 10 and November 7 respectively.    Executive Producer and Showrunner Gina Gardini and Italian lead Matilda De Angelis (who stars as Diana) represented the upcoming Italian series Citadel: Diana. While the Directors and Writers of Citadel: Honey Bunny, Raj & DK, writer Sita R. Menon and Indian lead Samantha (who stars as Honey) were present for the Indian series Citadel: Honey Bunny.   ...

For decades, Jack Daniel’s Philippines has supported the growth of the local indie music community and the next generation of future music greats through its music program. Now, everything is set for its most anticipated comeback.   The  No. 1 US whiskey brand (IWSR, 2024) returns with Jack Daniel’s On Stage 2024 (JDOS) in the Philippines, championing the movers and shakers of the Philippine independent music scene by providing an avenue for bands to showcase their artistry and musicality. Through the series of live performances and media opportunities, the program paves the way for them to step onto a much...