Thursday, January 4, 2024

“PARASITE” Star Song Kangho To Lead Upcoming Disney+ Period Drama “UNCLE SAMSIK”

During a period of upheaval and unrest in Korea, one man will operate in the shadows, manipulating the system and its key players for the advancement of the country in Uncle Samsik – an upcoming fictional drama set to debut in 2024, exclusively on Disney+.

Set in 1960s Korea, Uncle Samsik follows Kim San, an ambitious idealist who is driven to turn his country’s fortunes around. A recipient of an Albright Scholarship, San wants nothing more than to transform his country into an industrial nation and deliver an American-level of affluence to the people of Korea. Determined to become a success, San attracts the attentions of Pak Doochill (Uncle Samsik) a shady fixer who adapts to any situation and takes whatever steps necessary to help him accomplish his boss’s goals. Together, the pair will form an uneasy alliance, navigating the complexities of the established system, united by their shared goal of a prosperous future.

Tuesday, January 2, 2024

A New Take On Korean Crime Dramas – “FLEX X COP” Arrives January 26 On Disney+

Rich, resourceful and fashionable - Ahn Bohyun stars as the son of a conglomerate owner who joins the police’s Violent Crimes Unit

When a procedural mix-up sees the son of a wealthy Korean conglomerate owner get parachuted into a new role with the police’s Violent Crimes Unit, the heir will use his vast fortune and unique skills to solve some of the city’s biggest crimes in Flex X Cop, a new Korean crime drama coming January 26 to Disney+.

After years of spending his family’s fortune on whatever his heart desired, a mistaken arrest sees Jin Isoo get thrust into a new position at Gangha Police Station’s Violent Crimes Unit 1. Used to getting whatever he wants, Isoo initially butts heads with the department’s leader Lee Ganghyun, but as the weight of his new responsibility begins to set in, Isoo will rise to the occasion, using his unique skill set and vast wealth to bulldoze through departmental bottlenecks, helping the team solve cases and bring offenders to justice.

Starring Ahn Bohyun (Yumi’s Cells, Itaewon Class) as conglomerate heir and new police inspector Jin Isoo and Park Jihyun (Reborn Rich, Do You Like Brahms?) as team leader Lee Ganghyun, Flex X Cop is written by Kim Bada (My Name, Life Risking Romance).

Stream Flex X Cop starting January 26 on Disney+.

Saturday, December 23, 2023

Tickets prices and tiers for SCRUBB Live in Manila released

The Thai alt-pop powerhouse will be holding their debut show in Manila on February 10, 2024

Tickets to SCRUBB: Live in Manila are now available for fans to purchase!

According to event organizer GNN (formerly known as Gabi Na Naman Productions), fans can buy tickets at Ticketmelon for the following tiers: SVIP tickets at PHP 5,200, VIP tickets at PHP 3,200, and Gen Admission tickets at PHP 1,800.

Both SVIP and VIP packages have fan benefit inclusions with varying perks. 

A few weeks ago, SCRUBB officially confirmed that they’ll be headlining their debut show in Manila at the outdoor area of 123 Block in Mandaluyong City on February 10, 2024. 

Friday, December 22, 2023

Cozy Christmas Movies to Binge for Your Well-Deserved Holiday Night In

Dive into the magic of Christmas with these heartwarming flicks on Lionsgate Play, guaranteed to bring you holiday cheer. 

There’s nothing quite like curling up in bed with a warm mug of cocoa and a heartwarming Christmas movie to kickstart the holiday season. It’s one of the best feelings in the world. So if you’re up for a relaxing evening of Christmas films that transport viewers to a world of snow-covered streets glowing under twinkling lights, nostalgic school Christmas dances, and charming towns celebrating the holiday cheer, press play on these movies on Lionsgate Play. 

Christmas Made to Order (2018)

Workaholic architect Steven (Jonathan Bennett, Mean Girls) finds himself in a dilemma when his family insists on spending Christmas in his near-empty home. In a pinch, he recruits holiday coordinator Gretchen (Alexa PenaVega, Spy Kids) to pull off an interior decorating holiday miracle. Gretchen’s Christmas spirit successfully brings Steven’s family together and works a little too well in bringing the pair closer to each other.

Stream Christmas Made to Order here.

Thursday, December 21, 2023

High-Octane Action Series “A SHOP FOR KILLERS” Arrives January 17 Exclusively On Disney+

A thrilling story that sees a college student face off against assassins, murder drones and more as the result of her guarded uncle’s hidden past, “A Shop For Killers” stars Lee Dongwook and Kim Hyejun

Disney+ is kicking 2024 off to an explosive start with the January 17 release of the thrilling new Korean action series A Shop For Killers.

Set in modern-day Korea, A Shop For Killers sees college student Jeong Jian diving for cover in her childhood home after a series of highly skilled assassins get her in their sites. Desperately fighting to survive, Jian will begin to remember invaluable lessons her uncle taught her before his apparent suicide, drawing on them to help her stay alive. Confused and cornered, Jian will have to work fast to uncover her uncle’s hidden past and figure out why so many people are desperate to gain access to the house and the extensive arsenal hidden inside.

Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Tate McTae tops Apple Music charts in more than 10 countries!

The breakthrough pop artist has recently dropped her highly anticipated sophomore album, Think Later

Multi-platinum singer/songwriter Tate McRae solidifies her breakout moment with the release of her highly anticipated sophomore album, THINK LATER via RCA Records. 

Upon its debut, the pop blockbuster topped Apple Music in more than ten counties, including Australia, Canada, Germany, Norway, and more.  

In the Philippines, Tate McRae peaked at no. 14 on Apple Music, and continues to blow up with smash singles “greedy” and “exes” gaining traction on both streaming and top 40 radio.

Tuesday, December 19, 2023

Filipino rapper WAIIAN captures the simplicity of everyday life on “Pablo” music video

The jazzy, laidback tune serves as the focus track off his third studio album, WEYAAT?

Filipino hip-hop artist WAIIAN offers a generous heap of slice-of-life goodness on the music video of “Pablo,” his new single under Sony Music Entertainment.

The MV captures a day in the life of Pablo (his real name), where he finds happiness and contentment in the simplest of things. The Joshua Cecario-helmed visuals depict a young man who lives in the present day and enjoys his routine, from spending time in his home studio to navigating familiar and far-flung places with his motorcycle ride—all lovingly filmed to present moments of beauty that surround him every single day.

Eraserheads: Combo On The Run wins Best International Feature Documentary in Greece

Acclaimed Filipino documentary Eraserheads: Combo On The Run has bagged the Best International Feature Documentary Award at the 12th Ierapet...