Filipino singers wanted! Universal Pictures Philippines wants aspiring singers from across the country to take a leap and submit your rendition of the song “Defying Gravity” from the hit musical “Wicked.” Winners will get a chance to sing the Philippines’ rendition of the song in a music video in the “Awiting Wicked” contest.    The official Universal Pictures Philippines TikTok account (@UniversalPicsPH) has posted the  Awiting Wicked announcement and clips from the upcoming film “Wicked,” with the instrumental version of “Defying Gravity” that contestants can duet with. Entries should be tagged #AwitingWicked and entrants should set their accounts...

Get ready to embark on a journey that spans multiple lifetimes in Thai sci-fi adventure film, “Taklee Genesis x Worlds Collide.” The film follows Stella (Paula Taylor), as she returns to her rural hometown and makes contact with her father, who disappeared 30 years ago. To bring him back, she journeys with her daughter, Valen (Nina Nutthatcha Padovan), and her hometown friends through the “Taklee Genesis” transporter.      Take a look at the characters and actors of “Taklee Genesis x Worlds Collide”:   Paula Taylor is Stella, who returns to her hometown to take care of her ailing mother....

In celebration of the 75th Anniversary of Friendship between Korea and the Philippines, the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines proudly presents the 2024 Korean Film Festival, titled “Chingu Kita!”, which translates to “You are my friend.”    This year’s festival, with its “Friendship” theme, showcases five compelling films exploring the many facets of friendship. From September 27 to 29, 2024, the free screenings will be held at SM Mall of Asia, SM City Baguio, SM Seaside City Cebu, and SM City Davao.   The festival lineup includes the 44th Blue Dragon Film Awards’ Best Film, Smugglers (2023), an action-packed...

  Kai Del Rio (formerly known as Kai Honasan) has finally dropped her new single “Ang Nag-iisa” via Underdog Music.   The bluesy pop-rock anthem serves as the Filipino singer-songwriter’s comeback single, smashing her way out of her confines with unapologetic rage and grit.    A proof of Kai’s versatility as a solo star with so much potential, “Ang Nag-iisa” is a brash, sobering look at a woman coming to terms with her own pain and disappointments in life, carefully put together for the world to deservedly hear.   “Ang Nag-iisa was written from a need to find a place...

Singapore's rising pop sensation Josh Makazo has officially made his mark with a Spotify billboard in Times Square, New York City—standing out as the sole Singaporean artist spotlighted this time round. This coveted placement aligns with Josh's selection as a Spotify RADAR Global 2024 Artist, taking his place among the world's most promising rising stars. Featured on the world's largest digital stage, this milestone underscores the rise of the multi-talented singer-songwriter, whose captivating sound continues to resonate beyond borders.   Hot off the launch of his latest single, "Belong To You", which is already making waves across streaming platforms, Josh's billboard will illuminate one of the world's most iconic locations as part of Spotify's RADAR program. Spotify's RADAR program, known for showcasing emerging talents from around the world, has spotlighted many...