Author: Flow Galindez

“When you’re smiling, the whole world smiles with you.” From acclaimed writer/director/producer Todd Phillips comes “Joker: Folie à Deux,” the much-anticipated follow-up to 2019’s Academy Award-winning “Joker,” which earned over $1 billion at the global box office and remains the highest-grossing R-rated film of all time. The new film stars Joaquin Phoenix in his Oscar-winning role as Arthur Fleck/Joker, opposite Oscar winner Lady Gaga (“A Star Is Born”). “Joker: Folie à Deux” finds Arthur Fleck institutionalized at Arkham, awaiting trial for his crimes as Joker. While struggling with his dual identity, Arthur not only stumbles upon true love but also…

The Philippine National Curling Team, composed of Fil-Swiss curlers, is aiming to qualify for the 2026 Winter Olympics. The team bagged a silver medal in the B-Division of the Pan Continental Curling Championships in 2023 and is aiming for a promotion to the A-Division this year. The team is composed of Alan Frei, Christian Haller, and brothers Marc and Enrico Pfister. All Swiss-born, they are eligible to represent the Philippines because of their Filipino mothers. Despite the challenges of playing a winter sport in a tropical country, the team is determined to succeed. They are currently training for upcoming tournaments…

Puregold’s Thanksgiving Concert emerged as the music event of the year, setting a high bar for future events. Celebrating Original Pinoy Music (OPM), the inspiring Panalo stories of exceptional talents, and Puregold’s legacy of success, the retail giant hosted the spectacular Nasa Atin Ang Panalo concert at the Araneta Coliseum on July 12, 2024. This musical extravaganza, eagerly awaited by fans for months, brought together some of the finest and most beloved artists in today’s OPM scene, collaborating to create unforgettable performances. The star-studded event featured spectacular performances and, to the fans’ delight and surprise, collaborations from headliners SB19, BINI,…

Global technology provider, HONOR, has partnered with Maya Philippines in redefining portraiture with HONOR 200, the AI Portrait Master. Through a prior partnership with Harcourt Studio Paris, the HONOR 200 is engineered to capture photos with upgraded AI Shadow and Light, Optical Effects, and Artistic Style Enhancement. Now that the HONOR 200 is coming in the Philippines, its partnership with Maya will revolve around bringing the Harcourt Studio Paris experience to Filipinos through the Back2School Promo with Maya Philippines. The Back2School Promo includes “Enroll now, pay later” for up to Php 30,000 and let joiners earn raffle entries upon using…

The nation’s girl group BINI brings a delightful addition to their bubblegum discography with the new summer banger “Cherry on Top,” now available on music streaming platforms worldwide. Its music video features BINI members Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena in eye-popping visuals dancing through a carefree summer vibe sound. As of writing, “Cherry on Top” is on Spotify New Music Friday charts in Korea, Australia & New Zealand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, and the Philippines. The song also topped iTunes Philippines while its music video immediately became no. 1 on Trending for music on YouTube…

The Esports World Cup Foundation (“EWCF”) and HONOR, a global technology leader, have announced a main partnership for the Esports World Cup (“EWC”), the world’s largest gaming festival this summer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The HONOR 200 Pro will be the official smartphone of the EWC, leveraging the device’s cutting-edge technology to power esports competitions in popular mobile games like Free Fire, Honor of Kings and Women’s ML:BB tournament. As the ultimate smartphone for mobile gaming enthusiasts, the HONOR 200 Pro offers a suite of outstanding new features that appeal to both Esports athletes and casual players. The partnership will…

Block off the day for the South Korean versatile actor, Wi Ha Jun, as he holds his upcoming fan meet in Manila, “A Wively Day,” on September 15, 2024, at the New Frontier Theater, presented by Ovation Productions and Applewood. Wi Ha Jun is known for his role as Hwang Jun-ho in the most-watched Netflix series, Squid Game, and he also starred in the films Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum, Shark: The Beginning and Midnight, as well as the television series Something in the Rain, Romance Is a Bonus Book, 18 Again, Little Women, and Worst of Evil. Currently, he leads the…

Leading smart devices provider, HONOR, welcomes the middle of the year with a double-digit treat sale from July 7 to July 11 across Lazada, Shopee, Tiktok Shop. HONOR fans can enjoy up to Php 14,000 discount using the platform vouchers. “We’re halfway 2024 and we’re always happy to treat HONOR fans with our smartphones and the rest of our ecosystem. So, what are you waiting for? Add to cart and checkout your favorite gadgets from HONOR,” said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines. The HONOR Magic5 Pro is a steal from its original price of Php 59,990 to Php 49,990, a Php 14,000 savings with FREE JBL Flip 5 upon purchase. In the mid-range category, the HONOR 70 is available from Php 26,990, now only Php 16,790 with FREE JBL Go 3, scoring fans aPhp 10,200…

Due to overwhelming public demand, music fans received another chance to score tickets for the electrifying “Nasa Atin ang Panalo” Puregold Thanksgiving concert. On June 26, the eagerly anticipated second ticket-selling event took place. Puregold listened to its loyal customers and brought the ticketing event to Puregold Taytay, ensuring that fans had another opportunity to secure their spots for this highly anticipated concert. Hundreds of fans joined the frenzy to grab their tickets and witness powerhouse performances from BINI, SB19, Flow G, and a special set by SunKissed Lola. The excitement surrounding the concert was palpable, with fans eager to…

After two critically acclaimed sold-out runs in 2023, The Sandbox Collective is set to restage “Bawat Bonggang Bagay” from June 22-30, 2024 at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater, Makati City, Metro Manila. This production, which stars the multifaceted artist and comedy icon Jon Santos, has resonated deeply with Filipino audiences. “Bawat Bonggang Bagay,” a Filipino translation of Duncan Macmillan’s interactive one-man play “Every Brilliant Thing,” has established more personal and nuanced connections through its new translation, capturing the hearts of many. Jon Santos’s portrayal has been pivotal in placing the show’s discussions of mental health and sexuality firmly in a…