January 2026

Filipino actors Richard Gutierrez and Barbie Imperial confirmed that they are in a relationship during an exclusive ABS-CBN News interview on January 19, 2026, at a promo event for their upcoming drama “Blood vs Duty.” The pair addressed two years of romance rumors and clarified that they did not hide their relationship but chose to keep it private until they were ready to speak publicly. The interview took place during official promotional activities for the series, where Gutierrez and Imperial appeared together as co-stars. Their confirmation followed sustained public and media speculation about their status. ABS-CBN News released the interview as part of its coverage of the “Blood vs Duty” media launch.

BTS will release their fifth full-length album “Arirang” on March 20 in multiple physical versions, their agency Big Hit Entertainment announced. First revealed on Jan. 5 via Weverse, the album will explore the emotional journey and introspection of the group’s seven members and draw on the cultural weight of the Korean folk song “Arirang.” The traditional song, recognized by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage, exists in thousands of variations and serves as a key symbol of Korean identity, history and resilience.

Johnny Knoxville confirmed that a fifth “Jackass” movie is in active development, with the stunt-driven franchise preparing new pranks and high-risk set pieces. The “Jackass” team is discussing concepts, potential returning cast members, and the inclusion of newer performers while weighing safety concerns and production logistics. No release date or start of filming has been announced, but Knoxville said positive response to “Jackass Forever” helped drive plans for another installment. The film will aim to maintain the series’ trademark style while adapting to the aging core cast and coordinating closely with stunt and medical professionals.