Behind the Door of P77: Barbie Forteza Faces Her Darkest Role Yet

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Barbie Forteza is all set to conquer a new genre. This July 30, she leads the cast of GMA Pictures' return to the horror genre in P77 (formerly Penthouse 77) the much anticipated psychological thriller movie that blends the mystery, supernaturals, and the emotional traumas locked inside the walls of the penthouse.

In P77, Barbie plays Luna Caceres, a former cruise ship chambermaid that went back to the Philippines only to discover that her mother had gone missing, leaving behind her ailing younger brother. Faced with difficult circumstances and the situation of her brother's worsening condition, Luna is forced to take a job as a cleaner in a luxury high rise condominium in hopes to provide for her family. 

But things take a sinister turn when Luna begins to experience strange occurrences from the flickering lights, distorted reflections, and unexplained noises echoing from the unit. As she delves deeper into the secrets buried within the penthouse, the line between her nightmares and reality begins to blur, and the haunting past refuses to remain hidden.

Also starring in P77 are Ms Gina Pareno, Jackie Lou Blanco, Rosanna Roces, JC Alcantara, Carlos Siguio-Reyna, and promising child actor Euwenn Mikaell. The movie is directed by Derrick Cabrido, produced by GMA Pictures, GMA Public Affairs, and Clever Mind Inc., and distributed by Warner Bros. Philippines. 

Watch the full trailer of P77 below: 

Manila’s Pride: Lloyd Garcia Wins Mister International Philippines 2025 Title

 

The 4th Mister International Philippines has finally wrapped up and crowned as it's 2025 King is Model and Artist, Lloyd Garcia. 

26-year-old Lloyd bested 36 other candidates in the preliminary competition held in Morong, Bataan and at the grand coronation night held at the Novotel Araneta City last July 20. He will be competing in the Mister International 2025 pageant this coming November here in Manila. 

Placing as Mister National Universe are Las Pinas City's Simon Javier and Lucena City's John Paulo Dela Cruz, the duo will be competing in Thailand, June 2025. Meanwhile, Metro Clark's Jose Carlos Paras was crowned as Mister Model International Philippines. 

Fil Com of USA's Larz Kent Dawson was crowned as Mister Earth International Philippines, while returnee Marlo Martin of Bulacan finally snagged a crown as he bagged the Man Hot Star Philippines crown. Surigao Del Norte's Rash Morales meanwhile will be representing the Philippines in the Mister Charm pageant. 

Wrapping up the winner's circle are Davao City's John Steven Pestana who was named as Mister International Philippines Ambassador, Isabela's Adrian Ayala was named as Mister International Philippines Charity, Fil Com KSA's Aneceto Guillena was named as MIPH Tourism, and Justine Pontejos of Batangas was named as Mister International Philippines Heritage.  

Congratulations to all the winners as they prepare to showcase Filipino pride on international stages in the year ahead!

Lee Jae Wook Returns To Manila For 2025 Asia Fan Meeting Tour pro'log'

 

Korean actor Lee Jae Wook is making his much-awaited return to the Philippines for his 2025 LEE JAE WOOK ASIA FAN MEETING TOUR pro'log' in Manila! Set to take place on September 20 (Saturday) 6PM at the Newport Performing Arts Theater. Presented by Wilbros Live.   

 

This marks the Korean actor's second time in Manila, after his sold-out 2023 fan meeting, where he won over hearts with his genuine charm and sweet interactions with fans. Lee Jae Wook has quickly made a name for himself as one of the most exciting young actors in South Korea today. Whether he’s playing a romantic lead or taking on a role that’s more emotional and intense, he always manages to draw viewers in. Fans in Manila can expect to see the actor behind some of K-drama’s biggest hits, including Alchemy of Souls, Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol, Extraordinary You, and Memories of the Alhambra—all of which show his versatile acting range.  

 

Lee first caught viewers’ attention in Memories of the Alhambra, where he shared the screen with veteran actors Hyun Bin and Park Shin-hye. Since then, he’s steadily made a mark with both lead and supporting roles. Earlier this year, he took on a more challenging role in the Netflix drama Dear Hongrang, playing a mysterious figure who shows up claiming to be the long-lost son of a wealthy family. He’s also set to star in the upcoming drama Last Summer, which fans are already looking forward to.  Outside of acting, Lee is currently showing a lighter, more playful side on tvN’s variety show Fresh off the Sea 2, where he’s charming viewers as the lovable youngest cast member. 

 

Following a successful kickoff to his Asia Fan Meeting Tour in Japan, Lee Jae Wook shared, “Thanks to the fans, I created precious memories and received a lot of positive energy that strengthens me as an actor.”  

 

With Manila as his next stop, he is set to bring that same warmth and passion to the stage. Don't miss an unforgettable night with Lee Jae Wook! Tickets go on-sale on July 26 Saturday 12PM via SMTickets.com and SM Tickets outlets nationwide. Follow Wilbros Live on FB, X (Twitter), Instagram and TikTok for more information and the latest updates.  

Babyface Concert Moved to October 27, Ticket Selling to Resume on July 21.

 

BABYFACE CONCERT MOVED TO OCTOBER 27, TICKET SELLING TO RESUME ON JULY 21  

The new date of Babyface in Manila has been officially rescheduled to 27 October 2025, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Tickets for the long-awaited return of Babyface to Manila will resume selling at SM Ticket outlets and smtickets.com on 12NN this July 21. Originally scheduled for this July, the date for the Manila stop was changed following the adjustments for Babyface’s Southeast Asian stops of the tour. 

Babyface is a 13-time GRAMMY Award-winning recording artist, songwriter, and the only producer to win the ‘Producer of the Year’ category four times, three times of which were in consecutive years (1995-1997); a record he holds to this day. Kenny is also co-founder of the legendary record label LaFace, which launched the careers of artists like Usher, Toni Braxton, TLC, Outkast, and P!nk. 

This iconic artist is one of the most celebrated forces in music history, having written and produced hits for artists like Bobby Brown, Boyz II Men, Eric Clapton, Madonna, Beyonce, Bruno Mars, Ariana Grande, Mary J Blige, Celine Dion, Aretha Franklin, George Michael, Michael Jackson, Justin Bieber, Phil Collins, Janet Jackson, NSYNC, Chaka Khan, Faith Evans, Stevie Wonder, John Mayer, Lionel Richie, Michael Bolton, Kenny G, Lil Wayne, Luther Vandross, Barba Streisand, and countless others. 

Babyface is a prominent personality in the R&B scene with his 13th GRAMMY win for Best R&B song for “Snooze” by SZA and nominations for two other categories: Best R&B Album (Girls Night Out) and Best Traditional R&B Performance (“Simple” by Babyface & Coco Jones off his Girls Night Out album). 

Babyface’s concert at the SM Mall of Asia is presented by Ovation Productions with BlastTV as the official media partner. Tickets are priced at PHP 8880, 8380, 7880, 6580, 6080, 4580, and 2580 inclusive of ticketing charges. 

A New Era in Philippine Cinema Begins: First 4 Official Entries for 51st MMFF Unveiled

 A new era in Philippine cinema has officially begun as the first four films of the 51st Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) were formally announced during a grand launch held at a mall in Makati City today, July 8.

The launch event was nothing short of spectacular. Hosted by Enchong Dee and Kaladkaren, the celebration was further energized by lively performances from PBB Collab housemates Klarisse De Guzman, Ralph De Leon, Esnyr, River Joseph, and Brent Manalo

The first official entry to be announced was Call Me Mother, starring Vice Ganda and Nadine Lustre. The film is a collaboration between ABS-CBN Film Productions, Viva Films, and The IdeaFirst Company, and is set to be directed by acclaimed filmmaker Jun Robles Lana.

Next in line was Reconnect from Reality Studios, featuring a powerhouse cast led by Gerald Anderson, Carmina Villarroel, Zoren Legaspi, Alexa Miro, and Miss Gloria Diaz. The film will be helmed by director Jade Castro.

The third film features Piolo Pascual in a historical drama set during the First Quarter Storm of the 1970s. Produced by Cignal TV Inc., the film will be directed by Ray Red.

Finally, after failing to secure a spot in MMFF 49, Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil Origin—Regal Entertainment Inc.’s iconic horror anthology is set to make a massive comeback for MMFF 51. This highly anticipated three-part film will feature a star-studded ensemble cast that includes Francine Diaz, Janice De Belen, Manilyn Reynes, Ivana Alawi, Loisa Andalio, Ashley Ortega, Ysabel Ortega, Carla Abellana, Elijah Alejo, Fyang Smith, Kaila Estrada, Richard Gutierrez, Ryan Bang, Seth Fedelin, JM Ibarra, and Dustin Yu.

The three segments of the horror trilogy will be directed by Shugo Praico, Joey de Guzman, and Ian Lorenos.

The MMFF executive committee also announced the calendar of events of this year's film festival, with the next four movies set to be announced on September 30, a Mediacon set for October 30, the Parade of Stars happening in Makati City on December 19, and the Gabi Ng Parangal on the 27th of December. 

Fighting Plastic Waste, One Refill at a Time: Meet Sabon Express’ Blue Box

Sabon Express has launched its newest line of product in the market, the Blue Box.

Sabon Express' Blue Box is the FIRST fully automated soap and detergent vendo machine in the country today! The company aims to lessen the use of single use plastic especially the bottles of mineral water that usually doesn't get disposed properly and always ends up in different bodies of water.

Aside from caring for the environment, the Blue Box also aims to care for the budget of every household as it gives a cheaper option for consumers as it gives them cost efficient products that starts at Php 5 for 50ML of their product.

The cheap price tag aims to encourage every household to support the initiative of bringing their own bottles when refilling, by this it would atleast be lessening the waste products and gives the household additional savings.

The launch of the Blue Box was held during the 24th Anniversary of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penelogoy Mutual Benefit Association Inc. The founder and CEO of Sabon Express Ms Mellany Zambrano has teamed up with BJMPMBAI headed by General Arturo Alit in making the product within reach, their official office was also opened just infront of the BJMPMBAI office in Congressional Avenue.

Help fight plastic pollution, refill, reduce, and reuse!

For more information on how to franchise your own Blue Box for Business you may contact Sabon Express - The Refill Authority

Miss Grand Philippines 2025 is Officially On! Meet the 29 Stunning Candidates Who Will Compete for the Crown!

 

The search for the next queen who will be representing the Philippines at the Miss Grand International stage has officially begun! After weeks of anticipation, the Miss Grand Philippines Organization finally unveiled the 29 official candidates who will vie for the coveted title of Miss Grand Philippines 2025.

In a press presentation and sashing ceremony held in a hotel in Paranaque City, the official candidates showed off early in their swimwear and was their wit was tested in the interview with the press portion of the event. 

Leading the pack of this year's pageant is former Miss Intercontinental Philippines 2019 and TV Host Emma Mary Tiglao of Pampanga, a surprise addition to the list, Emma is all set to snag the Miss Grand Philippines crown. 

Aside from Emma, among the standouts in the press presentation were other pageant veterans such as Michelle Arceo of Taguig, Shannon Tampon of Bulacan, Nikki Buenafe of Quezon City, Bea Mcleland of Aklan, and of course the crowd favorite, Anita Rose Gomez of Zambales. 

Stand outs among the newbies were Bea Ocampo of Rizal, Bea Sumulong of Batangas, and Laguna's Irish Anne Parto.  

These empowered and beautiful women from across the country are ready to showcase not only their beauty and charisma, but also their intelligence, advocacy, and passion to bring home the gold crown. Over the next few weeks, they will go through a series of pre-pageant activities, challenges, and public appearances leading up to the much-awaited coronation night.

Who among these 29 remarkable candidates will shine the brightest and earn the right to raise the Philippine flag on the international stage? Crowns at stake are Miss Grand Philippines, Reina Hispano Filipinas, Face of Beauty Philippines, and the newly added Miss Asia Pacific International title. 

The Grand Coronation Night is set at the Mall of Asia Arena on August 12! Stay tuned as the journey to the crown officially begins! 

Alex Warren Teams Up with ROSÉ for New Single "On My Mind"

 

Today, singer-songwriter Alex Warren teams up with global icon ROSÉ to release their highly anticipated collaboration, “On My Mind” - listen here. The song was announced as a surprise track on Warren’s upcoming album You’ll Be Alright, Kid, due out July 18th, pre-order here. Warren started teasing the potential ROSÉ collab on his socials a few weeks ago, and fans have been anxiously awaiting the release ever since. 

“On My Mind” is a swelling love song in Alex Warren’s mastered style of anthemic pop. Produced by Ammo and John Ryan, the record beautifully meshes Warren and ROSÉ’s vocals for a striking listen. The accompanying music video was directed by Colin Tilley - watch here. 

Alongside “On My Mind,” Alex’s new album You’ll Be Alright, Kid will feature all the songs on You’ll Be Alright, Kid (Chapter 1), released last fall, and 11 entirely new tracks. Amongst these new tracks are Warren’s chart-topping, global smash “Ordinary” and “Bloodline (with Jelly Roll)”. The majority of the album is co-written by Alex Warren, Cal Shapiro, Mags Duval and produced by Adam Yaron. While You’ll Be Alright, Kid (Chapter 1) focuses on dealing with grief, You’ll Be Alright, Kid turns the page with healing, resilience, and optimism. 

Warren’s earth-shattering hit, “Ordinary,” was released in February to rave reviews, counting nearly 1 billion streams to date, and topping the charts. The smash hit spends its third week at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and is currently #1 across the Global 200 Ex US, Top 40 Radio, Hot AC Radio, UK Songs Chart and Spotify Global Top 50. “Ordinary” was not only Warren’s first top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, but it also makes him the first male soloist to earn an initial Hot 100 #1 this year.

“Ordinary” spent 12 consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the UK chart. This marks the longest running No.1 in the UK by a US male solo act in OCC chart history and the longest running No. 1 of the 2020s. It just returned to #1 for its 13^th week. In Australia, "Ordinary" at its 13th week is the second song this decade to have the longest continuous run at #1. "Ordinary” has also reached #1 at Top 40 Radio & Hot AC Radio and currently holds the top US radio audience. Warren now tallies over 2.4 billion career streams to date. 

Warren’s previously released singles “Bloodline (with Jelly Roll),” and #1 song “Ordinary,” have seen massive success. “Bloodline” debuted in the Top 10 on the Spotify US Streaming Chart upon and had the highest debut on May 23 on Spotify. With nearly 3 million streams, it is the top song debut in both the US and globally. Directed by B.K. Barone, both Alex and Jelly Roll star in the music video that is set in medieval times - watch here.

Most recently, Warren made his award show debut with a powerful performance at the 2025 American Music Awards - watch here. Earlier this year, Warren also made his late night debut with a performance of "Ordinary" on the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon - watch here. He also performed the song with Ed Sheeran at a local bar around Coachella - see his Instagram post here.

Warren recently wrapped his first leg of his Cheaper Than Therapy Tour, hitting major cities across Europe and North America. He announced a 15 date extension to additional cities throughout the US, kicking off in August, see routing below. 

 

You’ll Be Alright, Kid Track List: 

DISC ONE

1. Eternity 
2. The Outside 
3.   First Time on Earth
4.   Bloodline (with Jelly Roll)
5. Never Be Far
6. Ordinary 
7. Everything 
8. Getaway Car 
9. Who I Am
10. You Can't Stop This 
11. On My Mind (with ROSÉ) 

 

DISC TWO 

1. Burning Down
2. Catch My Breath 
3. Carry You Home
4. Troubled Waters
5. Heaven Without You 
6. Before You Leave Me
7. Save You a Seat 
8. Chasing Shadows 
9. Yard Sale
10. You’ll Be Alright, Kid

 

ALEX WARREN – CHEAPER THAN THERAPY TOUR DATES:

Saturday, Aug 9 – San Diego, CA – Frontwave Arena

Thursday, Aug 14 – Honolulu, HI – Waikiki Shell

Monday, Aug 18 - Auckland, NZ - The Civic

Tuesday, Aug 19 - Auckland, NZ - Auckland Town Hall

Thursday, Aug 21- Sydney, NSW - Hordern Pavilion

Friday, Aug 22 - Sydney, NSW - Hordern Pavilion

Saturday, Aug 23 - Brisbane, QLD - Riverstage

Monday, Aug 25 - Melbourne, VIC - Margaret Court Arena

Tuesday, Aug 26 - Adelaide, AUS - Adelaide Entertainment Center

Thursday, Aug 28 - Perth, WA - Perth HPC

 

Tuesday, Sep 23 – Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park
Thursday, Sep 25 – Richmond, VA – Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront

Tuesday, Sep 30 – Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
Wednesday, Oct 01 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater
Friday, Oct 03 – North Charleston, SC – Firefly Distillery
Saturday, Oct 04 – Jacksonville, FL – Daily's Place
Sunday, Oct 05 – Orlando, FL – Addition Financial Arena
Wednesday, Oct 08 – Hollywood, FL – Hard Rock Live
Friday, Oct 10 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP
Saturday, Oct 11 – Oklahoma City, OK – Zoo Amphitheatre
Sunday, Oct 12 – St. Louis, MO – Chaifetz Arena
Tuesday Oct 14 – Cincinnati, OH – The Andrew J Brady Music Center

Wednesday, Oct 15  – Columbus, OH – KEMBA Live!

 

Krishnah Gravidez Finds Her ‘Rainbow’ After Miss World

 Embarking on a new beginning. 

After finishing her Miss World journey, Miss World Asia 2025 Krishnah Marie Gravidez is now set to embark on a new chapter. From pageantry to music, Krishnah is making a bold shift a move she admits a huge change, but singing has always been a lofelong passion and a form of expression for this 24-year-old lass from the north. 

Now signed under Universal Records, Krishnah recently released her debut single, her own rendition of the hit South Border song "Rainbow". Her version is leans into the R&B Genre, which she feels best suits her vocal style. 

Why "Rainbow? The song was released in time for the Miss World coronation, and just like how a rainbow appears after the rain, Krishnah sees the song as a symbol of hope and a fitting conclusion to her pageant journey. 

While many still believe that Krishnah could still join another pageant, arguing she's young and capable of representing the Philippines once again, Krishnah is choosing to explore other paths. She expressed gratitude to Arnold L. Vegafria for opening doors for more opportunities beyond pageantry, she also added that she wants to show case that Beauty Queens aren't just all beauty and glam, they also can do other stuff such as acting and singing. For now, Krishnah said she would love to mentor pageant girls as well, share the knowledge she gained throughout her pageant journey. 

For now Krishnah is beyond happy and grateful for all the opportunities she's having and she will try to explore this new industry she's venturing on. 

By the way, the song 'Rainbow' is out now on different streaming platforms under Universal Records, Krishnah is also set to release an original song for her second single in the coming weeks and also they are planning to release a music video for the song 'Rainbow' as well.

Choi Bo Min Shines at the Beauty Empire Grand Media Con

 

Choi Bo Min Shines at the Beauty Empire Grand Media Con

The Beauty Empire Grand Media Con last June 17 was a star-studded affair. Apart from its stars Barbie Forteza, Kyline Alcantara, and Sam Concepcion, Korean star Choi Bo Min also attended the event.

Dressed to impress, Bomin looked dashing in a suit designed by the renowned Filipino fashion designer, Francis Libiran. His stylish ensemble perfectly complemented his charismatic presence, capturing the attention of fans and media alike.

Beauty Empire, which tells the story of the cutthroat beauty industry, is currently streaming on Viu and is set to premiere on GMA Prime on July 7. The series is getting a lot of attention, particularly after the release of its second episode, which showcased the undeniable chemistry of its stars. The on-screen interactions of Bo Min with Barbie and Kyline have been a focal point for viewers, drawing parallels to their playful TikTok collaborations that have taken social media by storm. One example of this is the viral TikTok of Bo Min and Barbie dancing “Me Jalo” inside a set that looks like a train, which has generated millions of views.

For more kilig moments and undeniable chemistry, catch Bo Min, Barbie, and Kyline in Beauty Empire, now airing on Viu and premiering on GMA starting July 7.