New “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” movie causes “Mayhem” at U.S. box office with $43M, opens in PH August 23

Now that’s mayhem. 

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, directed by Jeff Rowe (The Mitchells vs. the Machines) and co-written by actor Seth Rogen, exceeded expectations and took in $43 million at the U.S. box office on its first five days, an impressive feat for the $70 million production. The film has also opened in a few international markets, earning a global total of $51.3 million. In the Philippines, Mutant Mayhem opens August 23. 

The animated feature, which has been well-received by critics and moviegoers alike, currently has a 96% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and a stellar A CinemaScore from audiences. 

I’m not crying, you’re crying. Meet the turtle tots and watch the teenage mutant ninja turtles as babies: https://youtu.be/5lA6G9XJHgY 

“We’re over the moon with this opening.” Chris Aronson, Paramount’s Domestic Distribution Boss, told Deadline. “We exceeded pre-release expectations with this movie which has been a labor of love for a long time.” 

This latest version of the beloved Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles features a star-studded voice cast that includes Jackie Chan, Rose Byrne, Hannibal Buress, John Cena, Ice Cube, Natasia Demetriou, Ayo Edebiri, Giancarlo Esposito, Post Malone, Seth Rogen, Paul Rudd and Maya Rudolph. The titular teenage mutant ninja turtles are voiced by real teenagers Micah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr, Nicolas Cantu and Brady Noon. 

Watch the final trailer: https://youtu.be/qqc4jJr28w8

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem opens in Philippine cinemas August 23. Cowabunga! 

About Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem

In Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, after years of being sheltered from the human world, the Turtle brothers set out to win the hearts of New Yorkers and be accepted as normal teenagers through heroic acts. Their new friend April O’Neil helps them take on a mysterious crime syndicate, but they soon get in over their heads when an army of mutants is unleashed upon them.

In Philippine cinemas starting August 23, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem is distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures. Connect with #MutantMayhem #TMNTMovie and tag paramountpicsph

Photo and Video Credit: “Paramount Pictures International”

Setting the New Standards in Efficiency and Performance, The TCL P7 Series Direct Drive+ Topload Washing Machine will exceed all expectations!

TCL, the leading consumer electronics brand and the world's top two TV brand, finally launches the new P7 series Direct Drive+ Topload Washing Machine that is set to exceed your expectations on the usual washing appliance.  P7 Series washing machine provides powerful rinse without damaging your clothes and be energy efficient all at the same time.

The P7 Series WashPro DirectDrive+ is created with top performing functions that you only get to see in more expensive models.  With the advent of innovative washing machines coming out in the market, TCL made sure that you get to experience the most innovative product at a more affordable price. 

Calvin Harris heats up the club with Sam Smith-assisted banger “Desire”

Calvin Harris has released his new single “Desire” with Sam Smith. This marks their third collaboration following the success of “Promises” which spent six weeks at no. 1, and “I’m Not Here To Make Friends” which Calvin produced off Sam’s album Gloria earlier this year. 

“Desire” follows on the heels of Calvin’s Platinum-selling single “Miracle” with Ellie Goulding, which spent eight weeks at no. 1, 16 weeks in the OCC Top 3, and has garnered over 2 million global single sales and 320 million streams globally across all partners.

Director Kim Yong-hwa has nothing but praise for his main cast for The Moon.

Expressing satisfaction with the exceptional synergy among his lead actors – Sul Kyung Gu, Doh Kyung-soo and Kim Hee-ae – the director said, “They are all such skilled actors that even if they were acting separately, their emotions, tone, and manner were perfectly synchronized, which surprised me.” 

EXO’s Doh Kyung-soo plays an astronaut (Sun-woo) stranded in space in The Moon.

In the thrilling and emotional space movie, Korea’s first manned mission to the moon ends in a tragic disaster when an explosion occurs on board. Seven years later, a second human spaceflight is launched successfully but a strong solar wind causes it to malfunction. One astronaut Sun-woo (Doh) is left stranded in space. Facing another fatal catastrophe, the Naro Space Center turns to its former managing director Dr. Kim (Sul) to help bring Sun-woo back home safely. In the film, each of the three main characters is in a setting that is different and away from the others. 

Everything is bigger in “Meg 2: The Trench”, say filmmakers

For director Ben Wheatley, the goal for “Meg 2: The Trench” was simple: “Taking ‘The Meg’ and supercharging it – bigger creatures, bigger action, bigger monsters, bigger environments, bigger equipment – the whole thing. Bigger.”

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/HwokLHOYd5c

The cast also got a very welcome addition that helped supersize its cast – global action icon Wu Jing, star of five of the 10 highest-grossing films in China. “To be honest, I’ve always been terrified of monster films,” says Jing. “You can ask me to jump off a high-rise building, and I think that’s easier for me – but fighting a fictitious monster? That is something very hard for me.”

Elevate your lifestyle this HONOR 8.8 Sale and get up to 30% discount on selected items!

Itching to upgrade your gadgets? It’s time to elevate this HONOR 8.8 Sale and get up to 30% off on selected items with FREE shipping nationwide on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok!

HONOR Philippines just dropped its 8.8 Sale where you can get up to 30% discount on selected items. Enjoy exciting bundles and FREE shipping nationwide on Lazada, Shoppe, and TikTok Shop from August 8 to 11, 2023!

“It’s the perfect time to elevate your lifestyle and avail of our smartphones, laptops, tablets, and accessories for up to Php 2,350 off this HONOR 8.8 Sale. Check out your dream gadget until August 11 via our partner online stores Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop,” said Stephen Cheng, HONOR Philippines Vice President.

Manila Improv Festival Is Back With Carnival of the Brave

Asia’s biggest improv festival is back! After 6 years, the Manila Improv Festival is now bigger than ever with over 20 local acts and 44 international acts from countries like Korea, Australia, Israel, USA, India, Japan, Singapore, and more!

Improvisational theatre, or improv, is a form of theatre where scenes and stories are created spontaneously and on the spot, inspired by audience suggestions. The result? One-of-a-kind shows that are filled with laughter and joy from the magic of spontaneity.

With this year's theme, “Brave the New”, the festival celebrates creative courage and fearless authenticity even in the face of change. So be ready to be treated to a hilarious festival filled with diverse stories, brave comedy, and never-seen-before shows!

Happening on September 7-10, 2023 at the Ayala Malls Circuit Makati, make sure to be part of this vibrant, joyful, and intercultural celebration of spontaneity! 

Get your tickets now at bit.ly/mif2023-tickets or via fb.com/manilaimprovfestival