Songs of hope, love, and social commentary take center stage in ABS-CBN Music’s “Himig 11th Edition”

Filipinos worldwide get to vote for special global award winner

“Himig 11th Edition,” formerly known as Himig Handog, is a worldwide search for the best OPM (Original Pilipino Music) songs. The biggest songwriting competition in the Philippines will have its grand finals in February 2021.

Meanwhile, “Himig 11th Edition” is now on its final leg where overseas Filipinos can vote for their favorite song among the 12 finalists. The song with the most reactions and comments will receive TFC’s Global Choice special award.

In an earlier story, the first six finalists were introduced. Below, readers will get to know the other six finalists.

OF from Europe is the grand prize winner of “TFC Win from Home”

TFC Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) wraps up the year 2020 with the grand draw of the virtual game show, “TFC Win From Home,” which happened last December 19 that was streamed via TFC Middle East and TFC Europe Facebook pages and @tfcx account in Kumu.

A total of Php 750,000 cash prizes were given away, and it was Renato Larena from the United Kingdom who brought home the grand prize of Php 250,000 cash.

Renato is a TFC subscriber since 2006 and is a huge fan of different ABS-CBN shows. “I had my intuition that I will gonna win the Grand Prize ng TFC Win From Home,” he recalled when he saw and joined the virtual game show. He was not able to watch the live grand draw since he was asleep after working on a night shift, so when he watched the recording of the live draw, “I was watching alone in my bed, when I heard my name as grand prize winner, I shout for joy and called my daughter, told her that I won 250,000 pesos from TFC Win From Home--I was so happy!” he shared.

ABS-CBN Europe Foundation CIO sparks hope and spreads love through “Ikaw Ang Liwanag at Ligaya” face mask covers

Sales of the face masks to benefit typhoon Ulysses (Vamco) rehabilitation efforts in the Philippines  

The year 2020 has been challenging for everyone around the globe as different countries face and battle the Covid-19 pandemic, while also dealing with different natural and man-made calamities. Despite this, the spirit of giving lives on as ABS-CBN Europe Foundation CIO sells “Ikaw Ang Liwanag at Ligaya” face mask covers for the benefit of the victims of typhoon Ulysses (Vamco) in the Philippines.

At least 67 people were killed, and local authorities estimated about 3.8 million people were severely affected when typhoon Ulysses (Vamco) hit the Philippines on November 11, 2020. To aid the Filipino families affected by the typhoon, ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation Inc.’s Sagip Kapamilya program distributes the basic needs of the victims, which was made possible through the donations made to the foundation.

ABS-CBN Music’s songwriting competition evolves with “Himig 11th Edition”

One of the 12 song finalists could be the “TFC’s Global Choice” special award recipient, voting is on-going until February 15, 2021

Music is among people’s constant companion, from finding inspiration to expressing what they feel, down to celebrating one’s victories. As the year 2020 wraps up, you may just find the newest anthem of your life of the year it has been with the new batch of finalists of ABS-CBN Music’s “Himig 11th Edition.”

“Himig 11th Edition,” which was formerly known as Himig Handog, is the biggest songwriting competition in the Philippines. What started as a competition for composers of pop and love songs has evolved into a competition that celebrates every music genre that touches on a wide variety of topics that is relatable to everyone.

Draw inspiration to live with passion from Filipinas overseas featured in “24x24” season 3

Wrap up the year 2020 and kick-off 2021 with the inspiring stories of Filipinas who are making their names and changing landscapes in different industries overseas which you can catch on the third season of “24x24,” airing outside the Philippines via ANC, TFC IPTV, and iWantTFC.

“24x24” is an 8-episode series that features empowering stories of women living overseas, who are juggling multiple roles while also living a life where they get to fulfill their passions and make a difference.

Featured in “24x24” season three are Ruby Ibarra who is a scientist and musician based in California; Cherish Maningat who is a theatre and TV actress in South Korea; ABS-CBN Global Head of Music Roslynn Cobarrubias who is also a marketing advisor and TV & music producer; Denise Facurra-Svenson who owns the Medium Asia PR Agency; social entrepreneur and career advisor Michelle Ostbo who is based in Norway; ULAM the Movie producer and director Ali Cuerdo from New York; Hershey Hilado who is an entrepreneur and owner of RVMP in Australia; and K-Pop star Kriesha Chu from South Korea.

TFC Asia Pacific takes its viewers to the movies this holiday season through Cinexpress

ABS-CBN TFC brings the latest Philippine films to the homes of Filipinos in Asia Pacific in time for the Christmas Season via the latest pay-per-view category on TFC, Cinexpress. With its tagline “Bagong sine. Now na!” (New movie. Here now!), Cinexpress offers new titles from ABS-CBN Films (Star Cinema) to the moviegoing public whose favorite pastime took a halt due to health restrictions.

As the leading international distributor of Filipino news and entertainment content for over two decades, ABS-CBN TFC understands the sentiments of the overseas Filipinos who would have to endure not being home with their families for Christmas this year. Through Cinexpress, viewers are now able to connect with their families back home through the most recent releases throughout the holiday season.   

iWantTFC and TFC IPTV subscribers will now be able to rent movies via Cinexpress and will be treated to an exciting line-up with My Lockdown Romance, Boyette, Four Sisters Before the Wedding, and Princess Dayareese.

Weekends well-spent with Kapuso Weekend Watchfest

Beginning December 11, finish the week right with well-loved GMA dramas only on Kapuso Weekend Watchfest!

Ten episodes in bite-sized clips of “The Rich Man’s Daughter”, “Someone to Watch over Me”, and “Let the Love Begin” are uploaded weekly on GMA Network’s official Facebook page.

Facebook users now have the chance to watch “The Rich Man’s Daughter,” the ground-breaking 2015 drama series that bravely tackled lesbianism on Philippine TV. Rhian Ramos showcases her versatility as an actress as she breathes life to the main character, Jade. Everyone’s perspective of her life and her persona will change once she finds love with another woman (Glaiza de Castro). Episodes of The Rich Man’s Daughter are uploaded every Friday at 3PM.

Metro Manila Film Festival 2020 inanunsyo ang 10 opisyal na kalahok

Sa kabila ng pandemya, tuloy na tuloy pa rin ang ika-46 na Metro Manila Film Festival ngayong kapaskuhan.

Ayon kay MMDA Chairman at kasalukuyang chairman ng MMFF Danilo Lim, malaking bahagi ang MMFF sa pagdiriwang ng Pasko sa Pilipinas kaya tama lamang na ipagpatuloy nito ang pagbibigay kasiyahan sa maraming Pilipino

Salamat sa kanilang pakikipag-partner sa Globe, mapapanood ng marami ang magagandang pelikulang opisyal na kalahok sa MMFF sa pamamagitan ng internet sa UPSTREAM pagka-kasama sa GMovies sa halagang P250 lamang kada pelikula at $10 naman para sa mga Pilipino sa ibang bansa. Sa pamamagitan ng UPSTREAM, mas mainam at ligtas ang panonood ng mga customers, at siguradong mapoprotektahan ang intellectual property rights ng mga manlilikha sa tulong ng Globe’s #PlayItRight campaign. Ang #PlayItRight ay anti-piracy advocacy ng Globe na nagbibigay proteksyon sa industriya laban sa illegal streaming at content piracy.

OFs to get early holiday treat from TFC at the “TFC Win From Home” grand draw

The lives of the lucky overseas Filipinos from Europe and the Middle East is about to change as “TFC Win From Home” will have its grand draw on December 19, 2020, where a total of Php 750,000 of cash prizes will be given away.

The entries submitted since August 15, 2020, are qualified and will have the chance to be among the five winners of Php 100,000 or the sole winner of the Php 250,000 grand prize. Those who already won during the monthly draws are not qualified anymore for the grand draw.

The “TFC Win From Home” grand draw will also be an early Christmas celebration for the overseas Filipinos because some ABS-CBN stars will join the live streaming that day, bringing to them world-class entertainment right at the comfort of their homes. Kapamilya singers Klarisse de Guzman, Jason Dy, Janine Berdin, Elha Nympha, Lian Kyla, and MOR DJ JhaiHo are just some of the special guests that day.

Asian-American hip-hop artist Blahza collaborates with newcomer Seira on his latest single “GPS”

“The song has a classic mid-2000s crack rap feel like you could play it back-to-back with Nelly‘s ‘Grillz’ and no one would flinch.” - Surviving The Golden Age

Asian-American hip-hop artist Blahza and newcomer Seira have released a new emo-rap single, “GPS.” Reminiscent of Juice WRLD with its chill, spacey touch and laid-back delivery, the vibey bop follows the rapper’s journey to finding his way back to love.

According to Blahza, the song is a reassurance of his loyalty and romantic affection for the love of his life despite having to spend days apart from each other. He shares, “My fiancé notices I’m always on my phone like everybody is these days. But the lyrics symbolize how even without technology I’m not lost.”

Sisterhood and life happening in between in the Star Cinema film “Four Sisters Before the Wedding”

This 2020, Star Cinema gives viewers a peek at the past and know the story of the Salazar sisters via the film “Four Sisters Before the Wedding,” which can be seen outside the Philippines via iWantTFC, TFC IPTV, and KTx.ph starting December 11.

The film is the prequel of the 2013 box-office hit film “Four Sisters and a Wedding,” where viewers first got to meet the Salazar sisters Teddie, Bobbie, Alex, and Gabbie with their youngest and only brother Rebreb.

“Four Sisters Before the Wedding” takes the viewers back in 2003 when sisters Teddie, Bobbie, Alex, and Gabbie are starting to realize the realities of adult life—from accepting failure down to their first heartbreak.

As if transitioning to adult life is not complicated enough, they find themselves working together to save the marriage of their parents that are on the brink of falling apart.

Giving life to the characters of Teddie, Bobbie, Alex, and Gabbie are the young actresses Charlie Dizon, Alexa Ilacad, Gillian Vicencio, and Belle Mariano, respectively, under the helm of the box-office hit director Mae Cruz-Alviar.

Hope To See You This Christmas - The Backstory

The rhythms of each passing day have lulled, pushed, pulled and shaken us each into our new (I won’t say normal) courses. Over months, we have taken to new realisations and revelations of the soul. Some who had never touched a wooden spoon before have now become masters of the oven. Some have noticed that office hours have multiplied as work extended far past cubicle confines. Blazers paired with boxers have become a fashion statement, Some slept and slept and slept cashing in on years of sleepless nights from once working tirelessly. Some, a brave few, our front-liners have stayed on, fighting for us. After all, it was like we were in a backwards war, where the enemy was invisible and constantly around us and the only way to care for those we loved was to keep our distance and wear masks that hid our smiles from them.

I couldn’t help thinking— But what of those who have gone all these long months without holding the ones they loved? What of those who have gone many nights expressing their innermost desires and intimate moments through lenses and screens? What of those who had to bid a loved one farewell through an I-pad? What of wearing a mask under a shield, inside a car? —bubbles within bubbles removed from the life we knew? What of those who lost everything they once owned and were left with how’s and why’s? What about those of us who sat here waiting this whole time for someone to return and bring back a sense of the holiday spirit we were used to somehow?

‘Four Sisters Before The Wedding’ is Star Cinema’s early Christmas offering on December 11

Discover the lives of Salazar sisters 10 years back in ‘Four Sisters Before The Wedding’

Star Cinema takes us back to the time when iconic siblings Teddie, Bobbie, Alex and Gabbie Salazar deal with challenges and heartaches in ‘Four Sisters Before The Wedding.’

Topbilled by today’s most promising young stars Alexa Ilacad (Bobbie), Charlie Dizon (Teddie), Gillian Vicencio (Alex) and Belle Mariano (Gabbie), ‘Four Sisters Before The Wedding’ is a prequel to the 2013-hit movie ‘Four Sisters and A Wedding.’

Helmed this time by blockbuster director Mae Cruz Alviar, the prequel movie is set 10 years before their lives in the original movie). Teddie, Bobbie, Alex are in college while Gabbie is in high-school, and their youngest sibling CJ (played by Clarence Delgado) is in elementary.

Filipino trivia game show “Game KNB?” simultaneously airs globally via TFC starting November 30

Philippines’ First Multi-platform game show to be available worldwide

The Philippines’ pambansang game show “Game KNB” goes worldwide across multiple platforms, bringing Filipinos together to watch the program on TFC cable and satellite television and TFC IPTV while letting them simultaneously play the game via the streaming app Kumu on weekdays starting November 30.

“Game KNB?” allows contestants to answer trivia questions from various topics with increasing difficulty as the game progresses. With the game show’s comeback, it is made digitally interactive as contestants compete from the comfort of their homes—in different parts of the world—via the Kumu app.

The game will also be made even better by the game master, Robi Domingo, whose antics will surely bring fun to the viewers and will ease the tension from the participants of the game.

Hong Kong producer-artist Gareth.T drops an R&B track for the holidays with “2 more weeks”

Hong Kong-based R&B producer/artist Gareth.T has dropped a soulful jam called “2 more weeks” via international indie label, Umami Records.

Infused with a Mac Ayres-inspired vibe and lo-fi beats, “2 more weeks” feels ripe for a laid-back holiday party. Telling the story of someone wanting to go home to see their loved ones, this R&B bop stands out with hip-hop verses coasting through breezy melodic lines and a slinky pop edge reminiscent of unfussy, eternal summer.

“I co-wrote this song with my roommate in Boston when we were both preparing to leave and go back to Hong Kong for the summer,” said the multi-talented artist. “He was in this long distance relationship with his girlfriend and the song is about how he couldn’t wait to get back to her.

ABS-CBN’s ANC reboots with brand new programming at its finest

The Philippines’ pioneering international 24/7 news channel is now hotter than ever with exciting lifestyle entertainment offerings 

When leading Filipino media and entertainment company ABS-CBN celebrated in 2016 the 20th anniversary of its ANC channel, it was hailed in the media industry as a successful pioneer in Philippine broadcast journalism: a 24/7 channel devoted to news. 

Through the years, ANC’s position was cemented as the gold standard and primary source of Philippine news and analysis for the country’s business and political leaders. And because the news was delivered in English, it also made significant inroads in reach in overseas markets. 

Today, ANC, an international premium channel of ABS-CBN TFC, has continued to strengthen its brand promise to be the best, most reliable and relevant news channel about the Philippines. But with the consumers’ growing preference for a news channel fused with entertainment that informs, delights, and inspires, ANC underwent improvements in its original programming. 

'Primetime Todo' This November With More Exciting Shows Premiering On TV5

TV5, through its partnership with Cignal TV, will dominate your primetime evenings and bring an influx of fresh and familiar stars as they launch the newest lineup of teleseryes starting this Monday, November 23. Cignal Entertainment, the film and television production arm of Cignal TV, has commissioned Archangel Media to bring Ate ng Ate Ko & Carpool, Cornerstone Entertainment for Stay-in Love, and Viva Entertainment to bring Bella Bandida and Kagat ng Dilim.

“Quezon’s Game” receives positive reviews from Filipinos and non-Filipinos in UAE

The film is still screening in cinemas around UAE

More moviegoers are moved and applaud the movie “Quezon’s Game” as ABS-CBN and TFC bring the film to UAE and still screening in cinemas around the region.

World Group Founder Graham Cooke was “very fascinated” with the movie and added that “this is a well-produced film, and the acting was superb.”

Filipino film “Quezon’s Game” premieres in UAE on a Jewish historic day

The film is now screening in cinemas around UAE

“Quezon’s Game,” which tells of the story how Jewish people were rescued by Philippine President Manuel L. Quezon, premiered last November 9 at the Mall of Emirates in Dubai, UAE, which happened to coincide with a historic event to the Jews known as the Kristallnacht or the Night of Broken Glass.

According to the Holocaust Encyclopedia, the Kristallnacht or the Night of Broken Glass happened in 1938 in Germany where many synagogues were burned, thousands of Jewish businesses were destroyed, and many Jewish lives were lost.

Rock heroes Foo Fighters debut “Shame Shame” on SNL, announces new album, Medicine At Midnight

Foo Fighters sent Studio 8H at 30 Rockefeller Plaza into a rock n’ roll frenzy with the first-ever performance of their new single “Shame Shame” on the November 7 episode of Saturday Night Live, hosted by friend of the band Dave Chappelle.

 

“Shame Shame” is the first taste of the band’s forthcoming 10th album, Medicine at Midnight, due out February 5, 2021 on Roswell Records/RCA Records. The latest from Foo Fighters earned glowing reviews from music critics on the day of its release, with Stereogum calling it “a refreshing twist on their signature sound that doesn’t reach for trends” and praising the new direction for its “percussive, and slightly funky” approach.

GMA Network presents “Alden’s Reality,” the first ever virtual reality concert in the Philippines

This December 8, witness a global event never before seen in Philippine entertainment history as GMA Network presents “Alden’s Reality” — the country's first ever virtual reality concert, bannered by no less than Asia’s Multimedia Star Alden Richards.

"Alden’s Reality (AR)" gives Alden’s fans a virtual date like no other, combining cutting-edge technology and performances to produce a full-length concert and online interaction with their idol. Alden will take concertgoers to a journey that celebrates his 10 colorful years in the entertainment industry. From heartfelt songs to adrenaline-filled dance numbers, Alden is sure to indulge everyone across the globe in his first ever virtual concert. A surprise treat also awaits his fans.

Shot in 360-degree, concertgoers not only have access to front-row view, but they are also in for an immersive experience from the comforts of their home.

Tickets can be purchased by logging on to www.gmanetwork.com/synergy. Philippine buyers are also given a special VIP package option at Php 1,200 which includes one (1) general admission ticket plus one (1) exclusive VR device to Alden's Reality show. This special VR device takes the concertgoer to another level of enjoying the show which is set to begin streaming online at 9 pm on December 8 (Philippine time).

ABS-CBN TFC kicks off its year-end offerings with fresh content across Asia Pacific

ABS-CBN TFC releases new content for the enjoyment of overseas Filipinos, including those who are based across the Asia Pacific... and there is more to come! Early in the fourth quarter, TFC introduced the latest batch of Pinay beauty queens, best-loved 90s OPM (Original Pilipino Music), and all-new projects from favorite Kapamilya stars led by box office stars Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo.

Digital Movie Series “The House Arrest of Us”

Among the new content is the first Star Cinema digital movie series and KathNiel’s comeback project, “The House Arrest of Us,” which proves to be highly anticipated with its teaser garnering at least 3.67 million views on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter 48 hours since upload. The pilot episode has likewise trended on Twitter on its premiere last October 24.

ABS-CBN’s blockbuster, “The Hows of Us,” expands digital distribution, becomes first Filipino film to be on Cineplex Store in Canada

Following its recent release on iTunes and Google Play, the biggest Filipino box-office earner in 2018, ABS-CBN Star Cinema’s romantic drama, “The Hows of Us,” has now become the first Filipino film ever to be released on the Cineplex Store (CineplexStore.com).  

The Cineplex Store is Canada’s one-stop shop for digital rentals and purchases, extending the movie-going experience into guests’ homes. A leading entertainment and media company, Cineplex is Canada’s largest and most innovative film exhibitor representing approximately 75 per cent of Canada’s box office revenue. The Cineplex Store offers over 8,000 titles, from new releases, top rentals to countless classics, from Hollywood, Canadian and international studios. 

Singaporean alt-pop artist jaye stages a comeback this Halloween with ‘Tomorrow the game’

jaye’s previously released single ‘TOMORROW’ will return this Halloween! Unlike others, this clown re-haunting is a much-welcomed one: TOMORROW’s comeback is in reciprocation to popular demand and audiences’ growing morbid enthusiasm. This time however, the clown returns in tandem with ‘Tomorrow the Game’ - a hypertextual PC horror game adaptation dedicated to expanding the TOMORROW universe. 

The game of the same name will be released free-of-charge for promotional purposes and to inspire good thrill this coming Halloween - along with attendant social media scare cam activations. The mechanics involve you having to rescue your kidnapped bunny from jaye (Tomorrow's Killer clown) and escape a derelict shut-down New York Subway station before getting mauled by him. To find it, you will require the discovery of new tools to progress through the gamescape. Trust your peripherals, as the clown ​will​ be trailing you. 

Sa Bagong Handong Ng Star Cinema Na "My Lockdown Romance" Mapipilitan Kayong Harapin Ang Nakaraan At Mga Kinalimutang Nararamdaman

“MY LOCKDOWN ROMANCE” ang pinakabagong handog ng Star Cinema. Ito ay kwento ng pag-aayos ng mga nakalimutan pagkakaibigan at pagharap muli sa mga nararamdamang ibinaon na sa limot. Ipapalabas sa November 13, 2020 ang pelikulang ito na pinagbibidahan ni Jameson Blake at Joao Constancia. 

Sa gitna ng lockdown, si TOM (Jameson Blake) ay napilitang harapin ang itinagong mga pilit kinalimuang nakaraan nang biglang bumalik ang kanyang college best friend na si KENDRICK (Joao Constancia) sa Pilipinas mula Hawaii. Ang pelikula ay kwinento sa pag-gamit ng social media at video calls na siyang nakasanayan na nating gamiting ngayong panahon ng pandemya. Pag-uusapan sa kwento na kahit sa panahon ng walang kasiguraduhan, ang sigurado ay may kakayahan tayong subukan ayusin ang mga relasyon na nasira.

“TFC Win From Home” continues giving away big prizes on its second monthly draw

More and more Filipinos in the Middle East and Europe are winning big prizes from home by joining “TFC Win From Home,” which had its second live monthly draw last October 24, that was streamed via the Facebook page of TFC Middle East, TFC Europe, and TFC Kapamilya Channel, and on the TFCX Kumu account.

A total of 350,000 worth of cash prizes plus special prizes were given away to the overseas Filipinos in Europe and the Middle East, and the big winners of the Php 50,000 cash that were announced during the monthly draw are Jay San Jose from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, James Linao from the United Arab Emirates, and Margie Gregorio from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Award-winning at critically acclaimed film na “Quezon’s Game” ipapalabas sa UAE

Dadalhin sa unang pagkakataon sa United Arab Emirates (UAE) ng ABS-CBN at TFC ang pelikulang “Quezon’s Game,” kung saan mapapanood ang isang bahagi ng kasaysayan ng Pilipinas na tiyak na ipagmamalaki ng bawat Pilipino sa mundo. Ang pelikula na mapapanood na sa UAE simula November 12 ay nagkaroon na nang matagumpay na screening sa sa U.S. at Asia and Pacific, at kakaibang film in concert premiere at screening sa Europe.

Napapanahon ang pagpapalabas nito sa katatapos lamang na pagpirma ng Peace Treaty ng mga bansang UAE at Israel, kung saan ang parehong bansa ay “desiring to establish peace, diplomatic and friendly relations, co-operation and full normalization of ties between them and their peoples,” bukod pa sa ibang nakasaad sa treaty.

Exploring the mystery behind spiritual possession in the TFC documentary special “Baffling Cases: Sanib (Possession)”

We have already seen a lot of movies and programs that touch on the topic of spiritual possession and exorcism, but what do these occurrences mean to different beliefs and religion? This is what is explored in the TFC documentary special “Baffling Cases: Sanib (Possession),” which will be available on iWantTFC on October 31, and on TFC cable, satellite, and IPTV on November 1.

“Baffling Cases: Sanib (Possession)” is a 38-minute documentary special that will give viewers a better understanding of spiritual possession and exorcism. It will feature some of the Filipino beliefs about spirits and recall some of the most mysterious spiritual possession stories that happened in the Philippines, with some of them personally sharing their stories.

Historic Filipino blockbuster film, "The Hows of Us", Comes to iTunes Store today and to Google Play on November 3

Daniel Padilla-Kathryn Bernardo starrer also available now on Amazon Prime Video and iWantTFC

It's almost weekend and here's a blockbuster Filipino romance to add to your watchlist to crank up the comfort in your ongoing COVID-19 do-everything-from-home experience.

"The Hows of Us" -- Filipino cinema's historic record breaker in the box office in 2018 -- officially comes to iTunes Store today, October 22, and to Google Play on November 3.  It is currently available on Amazon Prime Video and iWantTFC platforms.

Star Cinema brings a different kind of movie experience via the Kathryn Bernardo-Daniel Padilla starrer film “The House Arrest of Us”

Star Cinema, the film arm of the Filipino-owned multi-media company ABS-CBN, brings a different kind of movie experience with its first digital movie series “The House Arrest of Us,” which will be seen worldwide on iWantTFC and TFC IPTV starting October 25.

Different from the usual almost two-hours-long movie viewing, the movie “The House Arrest of Us” will be divided into 13 episodes with each episode being released weekly, which viewers from different countries around the world get to watch repeatedly throughout the season.

The digital movie series also serves as the reunion project of the box-office stars Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla, collectively known as KathNiel, since their last TV series and movie together. Their last TV series was “La Luna Sangre” in 2017, while it was in 2018 when they starred in the box-office hit Filipino film “The Hows of Us.”

Asian American rapper Blahza teams up with producer OnlyM for another chillhop crossover

“The song has a classic mid-2000s crack rap feel like you could play it back-to-back with Nelly‘s ‘Grillz’ and no one would flinch.” - Surviving The Golden Age

Asian American hip-hop artist Blahza and Malaysian lo-fi producer OnlyM come together for another chillhop crossover: ‘Drugs’.

‘Drugs’ is a laidback track that envelopes the listener in waves of relaxation. Driven by moody but minimalist soundscapes and smooth beats, the latest collaboration between Blahza and OnlyM settles comfortably into a simmer, taking a step forward in its attempt to embrace subtlety and introspection sonically and lyrically.

Blahza shares about the inspiration behind it: “Everything in life is going good and everyday I’m getting closer to my goals. I used to relax by numbing my mind with intoxicants and I reference that heavily throughout the song. By the end of the song I ask what’s a better high than you? It means that you can get a high from the people around you, like your significant other, or from yourself. You don’t need drugs to get high.”

Ang Inyong Mga Paboritong Artista, May Bagong Tahanan sa TV5

Ang programming partner and major block timer ng TV5, Cignal TV,  ay nagdadagdag ng mga bago at pamilyar na mga talento para magdagdag kulay at saya sa current talent roster. Ang mga magbibida sa mga bagong programa na ipapalabas ay ang mga bigating artista gaya nina Piolo Pascual, Korina Sanchez, Aga Muhlach, Ian Veneracion, Billy Crawford, Matteo Guidicelli, Maja Salvador, Sue Ramirez, Dimples Romana, Alex Gonzaga, at Catriona Gray. 

“TV5 has something for everybody. We aim to deliver a fresh new perspective at how audiences enjoy the network’s entertainment, news and sports programs,” ani ni Robert P. Galang, ang Cignal TV and TV5 President and CEO. “The new program line-up does not only set the bar higher for innovativeness and production values but also reinforces TV5’s vision to become a formidable force in Philippine television as it continues to challenge traditional programming standards and reinvigorate the network’s adaptability to survive and thrive in this pandemic and beyond,” dagdag pa nito. 

Overseas Filipinos from Middle East and Europe win big at the first “TFC Win From Home” monthly draw

Overseas Filipinos from the Middle East and Europe get the support they need as they start over after the hard hit of the Covid-19 pandemic with the Php 350,000 worth of cash prizes given away at the first “TFC Win From Home Live” monthly draw, which happened last September 25, streamed via the Facebook page of TFC Middle East, TFC Europe, and TFC Kapamilya Channel, and on the TFCX Kumu account.

Among more than 12,000 entries submitted for the first monthly draw of “TFC Win From Home” in the Middle East and Europe, it is still surreal for Arlin Cobre from Saudi Arabia, Maxima de Guia from Qatar, and Mirasol Sansano from France that they were the ones who won Php 50,000 cash each. Nonetheless, they all agree that it is a big help especially amid the on-going pandemic.

For the case of Maxima de Guia, she plans to use her prize in the tuition and purchasing of items for the online class of her children. While Mirasol Sansano will be sharing her prize with her sibling whose livelihood was affected by the pandemic. And lastly, Arlin Cobre who will use her prize in paying for their land back home.

Ecstatic from her win, Mirasol tells her fellow overseas Filipinos: “Sa mga kapwa ko OFW at TFC subscriber, try n’yong sumali, walang mawawala, nasa work or nasa bahay man. Napakalaking tulong ang papremyo na pinamimigay ng The Filipino Channel. Salamat sa mga sponsor at sa TFC Win From Home.”

Meanwhile, the following special prizes were also given away during the first monthly draw: 20 winners of Php 10,000 from TFC; OSN gave away a one-year of OSN Streaming subscription; gift packs worth AED 100 from AliCafé; gift vouchers of free shipping of balikbayan box from GP Express; and AED 500 from GoFood.

The first “TFC Win From Home Live” monthly draw, which had more than 20,000 viewers, was hosted by Gretchen Ho, with special guests K Brosas and Macoy Dubs.

“TFC Win From Home,” a virtual game show where participants can win various prizes, is the first initiative under the recently launched TFCX which is TFC’s home for its digital interactive experiences for the global Filipinos that they could enjoy at the comforts of their home.

Don’t miss the next “TFC Win From Home Live” monthly draw happening on October 24, Saturday at 2 p.m. U.K./5 p.m. DXB/ 9 p.m. MNL where aside from the winners from the Middle East and Europe, winners from the Asia and Pacific will also be announced. For those from the Middle East and Europe, each valid entry may win special prizes from each sponsor, be among the 20 winners of Php 10,000 from TFC, or be one of the three winners of the Php 50,000. While for those from the Asia and Pacific, be among the 10 winners of the Php 100,000 total worth of cash prizes to be given away.

Get more chances of winning in the coming monthly draws, join “TFC Win From Home” now! Simply visit https://bit.ly/TFCWinFromHome, fill out the necessary details, choose which activity among the five sponsors—TFC, OSN, Alicafé, GoFood, and GP Express Cargo—you would like to join (you may join all of them!), then do the activity being asked to be done by the sponsor of your choice. You may submit as many unique entries as you can until December 14, 2020.

Those who will not win during the monthly draws get a chance to be among the winners of the Php 750,000 total worth of cash prizes to be given away in the grand draw in December.

The game show is open to all Filipinos in the Middle East and Europe who are 18 years old and above, have a valid Philippine passport and visa, and not be an employee of ABS-CBN Middle East, the participating sponsors, any of its related partners, and other parties who are directly involved in organizing and promoting the promo, including their relatives up to the second degree.

For more details and to read the terms and conditions of the promo, you may visit the TFC Middle East or TFC Europe Facebook pages or mytfc.com/tfcwfh.

ABS-CBN International Reimagines Post Covid-19 Workplace, Announces New Office Locations

Following over half a year of a work-from-home (WFH) set-up due to COVID-19 restrictions, ABS-CBN International -- a leading media and entertainment company producing and distributing Filipino content in North and Latin America -- is announcing its new office locations effective November 1, 2020. 

Adopting a working model that prioritizes efficiency, productivity, safety and health, while reducing singular in-office capacity, ABS-CBN International will soon operate from three different locations: 

Northern California – 432 N Canal St., Ste 21, South San Francisco, CA 94080. This will be the primary location where all physical mail and deliveries will be routed. This is also the new office for ABS-CBN Foundation International, the non-profit international philanthropic service arm of ABS-CBN.

Kasayahan sa Daly City goes global with ABS-CBN TFC and Kumu

Virtual event celebrates the talent and diversity of Daly City during Filipino American History Month 

As cities continue to observe physical distancing and most events and celebrations have taken to the virtual stage, online celebrations have become an integral part of the new normal.

As in previous years, the City of Daly City continues its partnership with TFC to bring the city’s celebration of Filipino American History Month, not just within the confines of Fog City, but even beyond. Kasayahan sa Daly City will be on Saturday, October 10, 2020, and will be seen on Daly City Recreation’s Facebook page, on their YouTube channel and on the Kasayahan sa Daly City account on the Kumu app.

Building Partnerships

Global Corporate Affairs and Strategic CSR Head Nerissa Fernandez presented the idea of expanding the virtual space for Kasayahan sa Daly City by putting the event on Kumu, a powerful livestream platform that brings the voices of over 100 million Filipinos from all over the globe at the forefront. 

The journey to the crown begins, follow it via “Miss Universe Philippines Ring Light” on TFC IPTV

Take a look beyond the beauty and glamour of beauty pageants as ABS-CBN TFC and Miss Universe Philippines partner to bring to the overseas Filipinos the journey to the first-ever Ms. Universe Philippines crown in the reality series “Miss Universe Philippines Ring Light.” The series can already be rented per episode on TFC IPTV in countries outside the Philippines, except Hong Kong, with a new episode every week.

Search for a missing child leads to a string of revelations in the action-drama series, “Walang Hanggang Paalam” (Irreplaceable)

A missing child will bring out the best and the worst sides of four adults which will lead to the discovery of an international syndicate in the action-drama series, “Walang Hanggang Paalam” (Irreplaceable). This is the latest series offering of the Filipino-owned multi-media company ABS-CBN, produced by Dreamscape Entertainment Production, and which is seen outside the Philippines via TFC cable and satellite channels, TFC IPTV, and iWantTFC.

The series stars Angelica Panganiban, Paulo Avelino, Zanjoe Marudo, and Arci Muñoz who will give life to the characters of Celine, Emman, Anton, and Sam, respectively, under the direction of Emmanuel Palo and Darnel Villaflor.

Eve Alai and Senara release another brand new single together: ‘For Life’

“Melancholic nu disco meet nu garage vibes lay over a modern house groove, with sultry pop vocal top lines and stabs reigning through. Think of a slowed down two-step remix of a vocal banger from the early two-thousands, this Asian collaboration has done a bit of digging around to carve their sound.” - Mixmag Asia

Singapore producer-songwriter Eve Alai collaborates with Sri Lankan pop artist Senara again on his brand new single ‘For Life’. The second single of his upcoming debut EP, For Life features Eve Alai’s signature blend of deep house and nu disco influences with relatable lyrics carried by Senara’s undeniable voice.


For Life was inspired by the sets of deep house played at nightclubs in Eve Alai’s native Colombo. “The song is catered for the dancefloor. This is what nightlife sounds like in my head. I want my song to move people physically, from a head bop to a full on shuffle”, declares the underrated producer.

Isa laban sa lahat: The Clash Season 3 is bigger, fiercer, and surprising at every turn

Beginning October 3, a new breed of talented contenders will battle it out towards becoming the next singing sensation on GMA Network’s all-original musical competition – The Clash Season 3!

Known for its exciting twists at every round, this season promises fiercer and tougher singing face-offs where only the best of the best Clashers all over the country will make it to the top.

Returning as Clash Masters are Total Heartthrob Rayver Cruz and Asia’s Pop Diva Julie Anne San Jose who are both eager to be back on-stage as the competition’s hosts.

“Masaya and excited kami,” Rayver said. “Alam namin na mahirap magbalik-trabaho lalo na sa panahon ngayon pero nandito kami para ihatid ang minahal ng viewers na mga pasabog ng The Clash at para ipakilala ang bagong mahuhusay na Clashers.”

GMA Network ups the ante with star-studded drama anthology ‘I Can See You’

Do you ever get the sense that you are being watched? Or that you are not alone?

If you have ever felt like being spied upon whether by someone or something, more often than not, your instincts are correct. Researchers believe that humans are sensitive to gaze as it signals intimacy as well as danger; two of the things we need to pay attention to for our own well-being.

Beginning September 28, GMA Network raises the bar with an exceptional and one-of-a-kind program featuring the biggest and brightest Kapuso stars in the drama anthology ‘I Can See You’ on the Telebabad block.   

ABS-CBN TFC expands news footprint in Asia Pacific with multi-platform news show and live-stream newscast

ABS-CBN TFC, the leading Filipino news and entertainment channel for overseas Filipinos, expands its reach in delivering news about Asia and the Pacific Region through its weekly multi-platform broadcast of TFC News Asia Pacific every Sunday on cable and satellite. TFC News Asia Pacific will also be available globally on-demand via the TFC IPTV platform and online through iWantTFC.

TFC News Asia Pacific delivers the most pressing news that impacts the lives of Filipinos in the region. News features include bite-sized informative stories and full-length coverage of issues that matter to the region. These are uploaded as standalone content on TFC’s online platforms with bi-weekly roundups airing on its cable channel.

TFC & VieShow bring Filipino movies back to the big screen in Taiwan this September and October

ABS-CBN TFC and VieShow Cinemas embrace the “new normal” as they showcase Filipino films anew. Taiwan has lifted its restrictions on public gatherings which includes the removal of socially distanced seating arrangements on trains, cinemas, concert halls, and baseball stadiums while wearing of facemasks in public places remains mandatory.

The partnership between ABS-CBN TFC and VieShow Cinemas kicked off its theatrical partnership early this year with the successful run of the highest-grossing Filipino film, “Hello, Love, Goodbye,” featuring Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards. This September and October, theatergoers in Taiwan can continue to enjoy subtitled Filipino films with two Star Cinema-produced films.

Last Fool Show stars JM De Guzman and Arci Muñoz. De Guzman is an award-winning actor who gained popularity on the big screen in the film "That Thing Called Tadhana" with Angelica Panganiban, while Muñoz is a product of a reality talent search who rose to fame with her ground-breaking performance in “Always Be My Maybe” with Gerald Anderson. Last Fool Show is romantic comedy tale the story of a filmmaker who found herself creating a movie out of her own failed love story.

Globe Studios’ ‘Gaya Sa Pelikula’ Is All About Celebrating Queer Love

Premiering Exclusively on YouTube on September 25 

Globe Studios’ ‘Gaya Sa Pelikula’ Is All About Celebrating Queer Love 

Admittedly, our perception of love — how to love, who to love, when to love — has been influenced  by all sorts of stories and tropes we see on the big screen and read in novels. In a landscape  dominated by straight leads, Globe Studios releases a powerful love story to show the queer  community that their own aspirational love stories are also meant to be told.  

Globe Studios, who has in its roster, high-caliber and award-winning films like Birdshot, Goyo,  Hintayan sa Langit, LSS and Dead Kids, is back with their first ever narrative digital series that is  surely going to bring all the “kilig” and laughter in a refreshingly unique way with Gaya sa Pelikula  (Like in The Movies). The series is a love letter for and from the community in how it freely  presents queer love, all its feelings, and all its possibilities that can lead to a most-deserved happy  ending. Without exoticizing queer love, the story is presented in the most normal way possible.  For the LGBTQIA+ community, Gaya Sa Pelikula proudly banners - “It’s time to take back our  story.” 

Get showbiz updates, interact with Kapuso stars via GMA Entertainment Viber Community!

Beginning September 21, never miss out on the newest updates on your favorite Kapuso stars and interact with them in just a click of a button with the GMA Entertainment Viber Community.

Highlighting the special bond that GMA fans and celebrities have created through similar interests and love for all things Kapuso, this Viber Community is another avenue where fans can get up to the minute showbiz news, trends, and behind-the-scenes stories about various GMA artists while gaining friends online.

At the same time, the Kapuso Viber Chat feature treats fans to chat with their favorite Kapuso artists.

Also making daily conversations even more fun and colorful is the Proud to be Kapuso Sticker Pack that includes various stickers that showcase witty catchphrases from artists and references from well-loved GMA shows. These exclusive Kapuso stickers will be downloadable soon. 

Join the GMA Entertainment Viber Community now to catch up with your friends while being in the loop with the latest chika!

For more info, go to https://bit.ly/GMAEntertainmentViber.

TFC launches ABS-CBN movies on StarHub’s TVOD in Singapore

ABS-CBN TFC, the leading Filipino media, and entertainment channel outside of the Philippines, continues to expand the audience for its top-quality Filipino content offerings by recently launching ABS-CBN movies on StarHub’s TVOD platform. 

StarHub is a leading homegrown Singapore company that delivers world-class communications, entertainment, and digital solutions. 

TFC’s latest offerings on StarHub’s TVOD feature movies starring the likes of international Filipino celebrities Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla, Bea Alonzo, Angelica Panganiban, Liza Soberano, Enrique Gil, Kim Chiu, Piolo Pascual, and Jodi Santamaria, among others. StarHub subscribers will now be able to watch Filipino blockbuster hits and new releases, including “Unbreakable”, “The House of Us”, “Finally Found Someone”, “My Ex and Whys”, “Clarita”, “Bride for Rent”, “James & Pat & Dave”, and “Love Lockdown”. 

Sebastian Rhodes drops hyper-pop anthem “Miss Me”

The new track also features rising Singaporean-Filipina artist Ysa Yanez

Australian pop sensation Sebastian Rhodes teams up with Filipina-Singaporean artist Ysa Yaneza on the new single “Miss Me”— out today, September 4, 2020 (Friday), on all digital platforms worldwide.

The eclectic pairing explores the glitchy but shimmering surface of pop music while maintaining a slightly experimental production for good measure. 

Turning the spirit of collaboration into a messy kind of fun, “Miss Me” is a brash, unapologetic kiss-off that takes a swipe at someone’s past relationships. According to Rhodes, he wrote the PC-inspired jam for all his exes who are trying to come back into his life, now that things are looking up and exciting. “They were nowhere to be to be found during the tough times of extreme depression,” he adds.

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan partners with TFC & ALKFI for Pantawid ng Pag-ibig

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (PCCIJ) acknowledges the plight of the Filipinos in the face of health and economic adversities brought about by the pandemic. To uphold its goodwill and upkeeping its ties to advance the relationship of the two nations through international trade and investments, PCCIJ partners with The Filipino Channel (TFC) and ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation Inc. (ALKFI) for the latter’s public service campaign, Pantawid ng Pag-ibig.

Pantawid Ng Pag-ibig (Bridge of Love) was launched in March 2020 to help bring food to Filipinos who are not able to make a living due to the quarantine restrictions across the Philippines. To date, a total of nearly PHP 447 million worth of goods have been delivered around the National Capital Region and other affected provinces with the help of individual donors, partnering organizations, and local government units.

Dive deep into the Filipino culture through the eyes of rising Filipino filmmakers via “Cinemalaya 2020” on TFC Online

Last chance to watch the groundbreaking films on August 31, 2020

Filipinos have such rich and colorful culture that is best experienced first-hand, but since this is not possible due to the Covid-19 pandemic, TFC in partnership with Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival and Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) brings them a glimpse of it through the films featured in the “Cinemalaya 2020.”

TFC launches global Filipinos’ ultimate digital experience hub “TFCX” with “TFC Win From Home” this August

A lot has changed in people’s lives since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic. People are encouraged to stay at home, most activities like buying groceries and reunions are now done online, and businesses are either closing or laying-off employees to sustain the business due to the economy drop. These changes made an impact on the lives of the people, including the overseas Filipinos.

TFC, being an innovative company that caters to the ever-changing needs of the overseas Filipinos, evolves with them by ensuring their safety but not sacrificing the access to their essential needs--from timely and relevant information and entertainment, to keeping the connection with their fellow overseas Filipinos, up to the aid they need to get through the everyday life of living abroad.