A New Chapter for Ken San Jose in the Manila Production of A Chorus Line

Ken San Jose Steps Into a New Spotlight as Mark Anthony in A Chorus Line Philippines

Known to many as one of today’s most visible young dance artists, whether through his viral TikTok choreography or his regular appearances on ASAP, Ken San Jose is now entering a new chapter that brings him back to where it all began, the theater stage.

Ken will be stepping into the role of Mark Anthony in the Manila run of the beloved Broadway classic A Chorus Line, produced by Theatre Group Asia and directed by Emmy Award–winning choreographer Karla Puno Garcia, who earned her Emmy for her work on the 76th Tony Awards. Mark is the youngest member of the ensemble, an optimistic first-timer whose exceptional dance ability, quick wit, and unfiltered enthusiasm set him apart. Naive yet perceptive, the character brings levity and heart to the line, embodying the hope and eagerness of someone just beginning to navigate the realities of a professional dance career.

What’s New On HBO Max This March

From a slate of comedy premieres, including HBO Original series Rooster, starring Steve Carell in a set on a college campus centering on his complicated relationship with his daughter, and The Naked Gun (2025) with Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson, to Dakota Johnson in Splitsville, HBO Max has got you covered. Be sure to also stream recent BAFTA-winning (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) and Oscar®-nominated programming, One Battle After Another and Sinners, alongside Writers Guild Awards nominations such as Weapons, The Pitt, The White Lotus, Task and more.

We’re baaaaaack. Watch the official trailer for the new Scary Movie - only in cinemas JUNE 10

Guess who’s back, back again? The official trailer for the new Scary Movie is now available! Starring Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Anna Faris, Regina Hall, Damon Wayans Jr., and more, Scary Movie opens in PH only in cinemas June 10.  

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/2aMPPfmP5cY

Twenty-six years after outrunning a suspiciously familiar masked killer (“Ghostface”), the Core Four are back in the killer’s crosshairs and no horror movie IP is safe. Marlon Wayans (“Shorty”), Shawn Wayans (“Ray”), Anna Faris (“Cindy”), and Regina Hall (“Brenda”) reunite in Scary Movie alongside returning favorites and fresh faces to slash through reboots, remakes, requels, prequels, sequels, spin-offs, elevated horror, origin stories, anything with the word legacy in it, and every “final chapter” that absolutely isn’t final. Nothing is sacred. No trope survives. Every line gets crossed. The Wayans are back to cancel the Cancel Culture.

Dr. Gay Jane Perez takes oath as PhilSA Ad Interim Director General

Photo credit: Office of the Executive Secretary

Dr. Gay Jane P. Perez took her oath of office as Ad Interim Director General of the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), administered by Executive Secretary Ralph G. Recto at Malacañang Palace. The Director General of PhilSA holds the rank of a Cabinet Secretary and serves as the Presidential Adviser on Space Matters.

Dr. Perez will further advance the Philippines’ Yamang Kalawakan, underscoring the growing role of space science and technology as indispensable tools for informed decision-making and effective governance. Through these capabilities, the country strengthens its ability to address climate change and disaster risks, enhance food security, protect the environment, and safeguard the maritime domain.

Rockwell And 9 Works Theatrical Bring Gloria Estefan’s Music To Manila With On Your Feet!

Turn up the heat this summer with the Southeast Asian premiere of the musical 

Get ready to fall in love and dance as Rockwell and 9 Works Theatrical bring the musical On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan to Manila this July!

Directed by Robbie Guevara, with musical direction by Daniel Bartolome, and book by Alexander Dinelaris, On Your Feet tells the awe-inspring story of Gloria and Emilio Estefan — two artists whose unwavering belief in each other redefined the American soundscape. 

A journey fueled by passion and tested by tragedy, the musical explores the determination and creativity that turned a local band into an international sensation.

This uplifting saga comes to life with a pulse-pounding playlist of the greatest pop hits of a generation including “Anything For You,” “1-2-3,” “Conga,” and “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You.” It’s a celebration of heritage, family, and the music that moved the world.

PLDT Home is your new “BFF”

Enjoy this connection for life with Broadband Free Forever!

Reliable connections are built to last, just like the relationships they support at home. As a constant presence in Filipino households, PLDT Home continues to bring families closer with a new offer designed for long-term value and everyday digital needs.

PLDT Home introduces its Broadband Free Forever (BFF) Promo, giving new subscribers the chance to enjoy a free fiber connection for life, making PLDT Home’s internet a lasting part of the family across generations.

Showbiz Pulis Turns One: Belle Mariano Exclusive, Joel Cruz Live on Anniversary Special

One of the biggest highlights of the 1st anniversary of Showbiz Pulis by Abante, happening on March 1 (Sunday) at 2:00 PM, is an exclusive interview with Belle Mariano.Also joining as a live guest is the President & CEO of Aficionado, “Lord of Scents,” Joel Cruz.

Showbiz Pulis is a showbiz-oriented talk show airing online and on teleradio via Abante every Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 PM.

The program can be watched and listened to on the DWAR Abante Radyo Facebook Page, DWAR Abante Radyo YouTube channel, DWAR 1494, SKYCable Channel 85, Converge Channel 79, TCL Smart TV, Blast TV, K5 News FM, Samsung TV Plus, Parasat Cable TV in Mindanao, and Amasian TV North America.

The show is hosted by Abante Tonite Entertainment Editor Roldan Castro, who has served three terms as president of the Philippine Movie Press Club ,Inc.(PMPC). He is also known as the Father of the PMPC Star Awards for Music.

Bruno Mars Unveils Highly Anticipated Album, The Romantic

Project Arrives Alongside Official Music Video For “Risk It All”

Marks First Solo Album In A Decade Since 6x Grammy® Award Winning 24k Magic And Features 10th No. 1 Single, “I Just Might

Marking a decade since his last solo project, Bruno Mars officially returns today with his long-awaited fourth solo album, The Romantic, available everywhere now HERE via Atlantic Records. The project features songs including the explosive “I Just Might,” which became his inaugural No. 1 debut on the Billboard Hot 100, and “Risk It All,” accompanied by an official music video directed by Bruno and Daniel Ramos, now on YouTube HERE. Adding to its momentum, Bruno premiered the album tonight across all iHeartRadio stations while livestreaming on TikTok Live. 

CreaZion Studios brings A24’s sci-fi horror film ‘BACKROOMS’ to Philippine cinemas

The global phenomenon that captivated a generation, BACKROOMS is coming to the Philippines on June 3, 2026. CreaZion Studios has revealed its release date, an eerie first official poster, and a pulse-pounding teaser. 

Produced by genre powerhouse A24 with Chernin Entertainment, Atomic Monster, and 21 Laps, the highly-anticipated science fiction-horror film is the directorial debut of prodigy Kane Parsons, the 20-year-old YouTuber who turned the viral legend into a cinematic nightmare. 

Parsons’ web series about secret backrooms garnered nearly 100 million views. The Creepypasta-inspired horror has also been adapted into numerous video games, including on the platforms Steam and Roblox.

Director Maggie Gyllenhaal empowers the bride of Frankenstein, giving her “huge amounts of agency, intelligence, vulnerability and power,” in “THE BRIDE!”

Starring Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale, watch “THE BRIDE!” in cinemas and IMAX, starting March 4

Academy Award nominee Jessie Buckley in Maggie Gyllenhaal’s “The Bride!”

Maggie Gyllenhaal was at a party when she had a spark of a brilliant idea for her next story. 

“I saw this tattoo of the Bride of Frankenstein at a party and I thought, “Something about this character has captured our culture,’” says Academy Award nominee Gyllenhaal. “And I then went back and watched the movie [“Bride of Frankenstein” (1935)]  for the first time, because I had never seen it, and I found it really interesting that she’s not really in it. I will say Elsa Lanchester makes a real impact. I mean, she’s in it for three minutes, but she has somehow taken the culture by storm. But to be honest, she doesn’t talk. She doesn’t speak. She doesn’t get an opportunity to express herself. And I thought it was an interesting puzzle. This guy [Frankenstein] understandably is so lonely looking for a mate. But then, just anyone will do, and bringing someone back who doesn’t have any agency herself. So, what happens if you take that same format, that same story, but you give her a huge amount of agency, and give her a huge amount of need, and intelligence, and soulfulness, and vulnerability, and power? Then what happens? That seemed like a puzzle worth getting into.”