P-pop sensation SB19 just dropped its latest collaboration song with music icon Apl.de.ap of the hip-hop group Black Eyed Peas. Titled “Ready”, the track was released on Friday, May 31, making it the third international collaboration in a row of the qu...

Korean actor Ahn Bo Hyun is set to hold his first fan meeting in the Philippines on May 25 at the New Frontier Theater. Ahn Bo Hyun, known for his captivating roles in dramas like “Descendants of the Sun,” “Yumi’s Cells,” ...

Sparks didn’t fly when Filipino-American comedian Jo Koy, hosting the 2024 Golden Globe Awards, cracked a joke involving American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift and her high-profile relationship with NFL star Travis Kelce. Sitting stoic beside actress Keleigh Sperry, Taylor remained unmoved as Koy referenced the constant camera cuts toward her during Kelce’s games. “The big difference […]
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Here’s your chance to catch NewJeans, ZEROBASEONE, LE SSERAFIM, and the rest of your favorite Asian superstars live as the country hosts the Asia Artist Awards (AAA) 2023 for the first time ever at the Philippine Arena on Dec. 14. One of the biggest and star-studded shows recognizing Asian artists in film, television, and music, […]
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Philippines’ Michelle Marquez Dee is ‘snaking’ her way to the Miss Universe crown after being announced as one of the silver finalists for the Miss Universe 2023 Voice of Change video competition, the pageant’s newest segment. The 28-year-old actress and model secured her spot alongside nine other delegates, including Angola, Brazil, Chile, Lebanon, Puerto Rico, […]
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BTS’ Jungkook dropped his highly anticipated debut solo album, Golden, on Friday, November 3. He also released a music video for the title track, “Standing Next to You.” The music video showcases Jungkook’s dance skills, including some popping and locking moves. Golden includes eight English tracks, including “Closer to You,” “Yes or No,” “Too Sad […]
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