Friday, March 29, 2024

Dulaang UP: Rosang Taba runs again this April 2024!

Dulaang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas is restaging the highly-acclaimed Kung Paano Nanalo sa Karera si Rosang Taba this April 19 to May 05 2024 in UP Diliman. Considered one of the Best Filipino Theatre of 2023, this reimagining of Dean Francis Alfar’s beloved children’s book by Maynard Manansala and Rody Vera showcases the power of storytelling to reclaim and celebrate one's independence.

Written by: Marc Stanley Mozo, Holden Kenneth Alcazaren

Thursday, March 28, 2024

Fall “Stupid in Love” with MAX at his Ayala Malls shows this April!

Can’t get enough of ‘STUPID IN LOVE’? Then you’re in luck, because multi-platinum Warner recording artist MAX is coming to Manila for three mall shows!

Today’s rising popstar

MAX has been in the music scene for a while now, but his viral bop 'STUPID IN LOVE' featuring LE SSERAFIM's Huh Yunjin has gained him a new level of global popularity and critical acclaim.

He also just released ‘LOVE IN STEREO,’ his third album that caps off a series of beautiful singles. ‘STUPID IN LOVE,’ which recently premiered its official music video, is just one of twelve remarkable hits MAX features here. The no-skip album also contains collaborations with renowned artists, such as 'IT'S YOU' featuring keshi, 'STRINGS' with JVKE and Bazzi, and 'BUTTERFLIES' with Ali Gatie.

Luckily, Filipino fans now have the opportunity to watch this rising popstar perform these well-loved songs! MAX is returning to the Philippines to perform a string of mall shows, namely at the UP Town Center on April 5, at Ayala Malls Manila Bay on April 6, and at One Ayala on April 7. With MAX’s last visit being way back in 2016, fans are surely excited for this highly-anticipated return.

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

April Adventures On HBO GO, HBO, Warner TV, Cartoon Network And Cartoonito

This April, sing along to Academy Award®-winning ‘Best Original Song’ What Was I Made For? by Billie Eilish and Finneas O'Connell in Barbie, catch Wes Anderson’s Asteroid City and revisit the complete Mission: Impossible collection, all on HBO GO. The excitement continues with the premieres of Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning, The Sympathizer and Book Club: The Next Chapter on HBO and HBO GO. Be sure to also tune in to Cartoon Network and CARTOONITO with your little ones!

Drama and Action on HBO GO

Asteroid City

Premieres Saturday, April 27 on HBO GO 

Set in the fictional American desert town of Asteroid City circa 1955, a Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention that brings together students and parents from across the country is spectacularly disrupted by world-changing events. Stars Tom Hanks, Scarlett Johansson, Jason Schwartzman, Steve Carell, Tilda Swinton, Adrien Brody and Jeffrey Wright.

Series Finale on HBO GO

Catch the finale of Season 2 of the Max Original crime-drama, Tokyo Vice on Thursday, April 4 as well as the HBO Original limited series The Regime on Monday, April 8 on HBO GO.

More on HBO and HBO GO

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning

Premieres Saturday, April 6 at 9pm on HBO and HBO GO

In this seventh part of the Mission: Impossible film series, Ethan Hunt and his IMF team face off against a rogue AI, “the Entity” and must track down a dangerous weapon before it falls into the wrong hands. Stars Tom Cruise, Simon Pegg, Rebecca Ferguson, Ving Rhames, Hayley Atwell, Vanessa Kirby and Pom Klementieff.

Revisit the complete Mission: Impossible collection on HBO GO.

Little Dixie

Premieres Saturday, April 13 at 10pm on HBO and HBO GO

Doc facilitates a fragile truce between the Governor and Cartel, trading prosecutorial leniency for finance. With no more truce, Doc is left to fend for himself and protect the one untainted thing in his life: his daughter, Little Dixie. Stars Frank Grillo, Eric Dane and Beau Knapp.

The Sympathizer

Premieres Monday, April 15 on HBO and HBO GO 

Based on Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of the same name, The Sympathizer is an espionage thriller and cross-culture satire about the struggles of a half-French, half-Vietnamese communist spy during the final days of the Vietnam War and his resulting exile in the United States. Stars Hoa Xuande, Fred Nguyen Khan, Toan Le, Vy Le, Alan Trong, Ky Duyen, with Sandra Oh, and Robert Downey Jr.

Book Club: The Next Chapter

Premieres Saturday, April 20 at 9pm on HBO and HBO GO 

The highly anticipated sequel catches up with best friends Diane, Vivian, Sharon and Carol as they take their book club to Italy for the trip of a lifetime. Stars Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen and Mary Steenburgen.

Comedy and Thriller on Warner TV

Movie Premiere on Warner TV

Impractical Jokers: The Movie

Premieres Monday, April 1 at 9pm

Chips

Premieres Saturday, April 6 at 9pm

The Enforcer

Premieres Saturday, April 13 at 9pm

The Lethal Weapon Collection on Warner TV

Every Sunday at 9pm

Lethal Weapon

Lethal Weapon 2

Lethal Weapon 3

Lethal Weapon 4

Cartoon Network and CARTOONITO

Only on Cartoon Network

Enjoy an action-packed April and discover the power of teamwork with episodes featuring your favourite heroes from Teen Titans Go!, Mechamato and Hero Inside, daily from Monday, April 8-14 from 9am.

Catch the “CN Dream Team” and brand-new stories from The Heroic Quest Of The Valiant Prince Ivandoe, a Cartoon Network Original series on weekends from April 20-28 at 9am, only on Cartoon Network.  

Paw Pals on CARTOONITO

Daily, from April 1, from 7am on CARTOONITO

This April, catch never-before-seen episodes with the cutest paw pals, Mittens & Pants as well as Bugs Bunny Builders on CARTOONITO!

Subscribe to HBO GO online at https://www.hbogoasia.ph/ or the mobile app via the App Store or Play Store for only ₱1,190 on the 12-month plan. Or access HBO GO via Cignal and Globe. HBO GO is also available on Android TV, Apple TV, LG TV and Samsung Smart TV – and comes with AirPlay and Google Cast functionality.


Sunday, March 24, 2024

ATARASHII GAKKO! Announce 1st Ever Headline World Tour Pt. I

Japan based vocal and dance powerhouse ATARASHII GAKKO! are set to go global with the announcement of their first ever headline tour across the UK/EU and Asia, with more dates to be announced.   Tickets will be on sale at 10am local on 22nd March at atarashiigakko.com.

Fresh from selling out over 10,000 tickets at Japan’s legendary Budokan Arena, 2024 is already shaping up to be an incredible year for the band.  The tour will see them hit another milestone as they prepare to appear at both Coachella and Primavera Sound festivals and will once again see their return to 88rising’s iconic Head in the Clouds Festival, this time as headliners.

Recent single “Otona Blue” took the world by storm last year, recording over 3.3 billion views on TikTok. ATARASHII GAKKO! have built a reputation for pushing boundaries with their innovative sound and electrifying live performances, and they have shown no signs of slowing down as their new single “HELLO (from The Tiger’s Apprentice)” debuted in the American MEDIABASE Top 40 radio. “We are so excited to announce our Europe and Asia leg of the world tour! 2024 is a great year and we cannot wait to hang out with all of you. AG! to the world!”

Saturday, March 23, 2024

Get Ready for an Adrenaline Rush: Road House Hits Prime Video

Prepare to be swept into the heart-pounding world of Road House. Director Doug Liman, known for his iconic works like The Bourne Identity, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Jumper, and Edge of Tomorrow, helms this ambitious project, breathing new life into the beloved cult classic and offering audiences a thrilling reimagining of the iconic tale. Set to premiere on Prime Video on March 21, this modern take on Road House promises to be an unforgettable experience.

Road House follows the journey of Elwood Dalton, a former UFC fighter navigating the gritty underworld of bouncing. Dalton's background as a former UFC fighter frequently leads him to rely on violence to resolve conflicts. However, beneath this tough exterior, he remains committed to delivering justice to those in need, even if it requires bending the rules.

With Liman's passion for anti-heroes, the character of Dalton shines through in his approach to Road House, infusing the story with depth and complexity. "Here's a guy who is so gentle and caring and, at the same time, so freaking lethal. He's just a fantastic character," Liman explains.

Wednesday, March 20, 2024

ABS-CBN's "It;s Showtime" To Air On GMA Starting April 6

GMA Network and ABS-CBN Corp. are thrilled to announce a historic collaboration as the noontime variety show "It's Showtime" will air on GMA from Monday to Saturday, 12:00 noon to 2:30 pm beginning 6 April 2024 (Saturday).

The momentous partnership was sealed at a contract signing ceremony held at the GMA studios, attended by the top executives from both companies, along with the popular hosts of "It's Showtime."

Representing GMA Network were Chairman Atty. Felipe L. Gozon, President and CEO Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr., Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Felipe S. Yalong, and Senior Vice President for Programming. Talent Management Worldwide, and Support Group and GMA Films President and CEO Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes.

Tuesday, March 19, 2024

The Ultimate Lionsgate Play Lineup to Binge at Your Next Girl Gang Marathon

Strong female leads take center stage with these titles on Lionsgate Play.

March celebrates International Women’s Day, a.k.a. the perfect time of the year to gather the girl gang and hit play on any of these films and series on Lionsgate Play featuring fierce heroines in their own right. From hilarious squads navigating careers and love to skilled female agents in high-stakes espionage, these picks offer something for every woman. So, grab your popcorn, settle in with your besties, and celebrate the awesomeness of women on screen.

P-Valley (2020) - Series

The American drama television series P-Valley tells the kaleidoscopic story of a “little strip club that could.” Down deep in the Mississippi Delta, the bright, neon lights of The Pynk shine. The strip club features a diverse cast of characters, women from all walks of life grappling with their ambitions, traumas, and desires. Two seasons in, the show continues to pull viewers in as it tackles themes of race, gender, class, religion, and more.

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