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South Korean drama “Princess Hours” marked its 20th anniversary on Jan. 11, 2026, with fans, media, and broadcasters revisiting the 2006 series that helped expand the Korean Wave. The article reports how the show’s enemies-to-lovers royal romance, adapted from the manhwa “Goong,” raised the profiles of stars Yoon Eun-hye, Ju Ji-hoon, Song Ji-hyo, and Kim Jeong-hoon, influenced later K-dramas, and remained visible through global syndication, streaming, and anniversary re-airings.

Actress-host Toni Gonzaga on Jan. 13, 2026, denied that she and her husband, director Paul Soriano, are the “power couple” in a viral blind item about a marriage allegedly in trouble. Gonzaga addressed the rumor during a TikTok live for a collagen supplement after viewers flooded the comments with questions about their relationship. She urged followers not to focus on “nonsense” and dismissed the speculation, while Soriano has not issued a separate statement. Clips of the livestream and her denial later circulated across social media platforms.

Beauty Gonzalez expressed pride in Ellen Adarna’s strength in handling her separation from estranged husband Derek Ramsay during an ambush interview at a press conference for Gonzalez’s new drama series in Quezon City on Jan. 8, 2024. Gonzalez described Adarna as “sexy and beautiful” and said she admired her resilience and composure amid public scrutiny. She shared that she stayed in close contact with Adarna, offering emotional support while respecting her friend’s privacy. Gonzalez answered questions about Adarna before shifting focus back to promoting her upcoming television project.

Netflix Thailand confirmed on January 14, 2026, that Thai-British actress Becky Armstrong will take over the role of Nanno in “Girl from Nowhere: The Reset,” the latest installment of the hit Thai thriller series. The streamer revealed her casting through an official poster on its social media platforms, showing Armstrong in a bloodstained school uniform and teasing a new “empire” and a “new kid.” The announcement emphasized themes of karma and retribution but did not include a release date, plot details, or additional casting information.

Kris Aquino postponed a scheduled medical operation in the United States after her doctors recorded unsafe high blood pressure levels before surgery. Aquino, who receives treatment for multiple autoimmune conditions, announced the deferment through her verified social media accounts and said her medical team will reschedule the procedure once her blood pressure stabilizes. She remains under the care of specialists and continues her prescribed treatment while waiting for clearance for a new operation date.

Danielle Marsh, a former member of K-pop group NewJeans, released a statement saying she “fought until the very end” to stay with the group and remain with its members. Her message, issued after her departure was confirmed, details her efforts to continue as part of NewJeans, her reaction to the decision, and her request for ongoing support for both the group and her future activities. The article reports what Marsh said, how and when she shared it, and how it relates to earlier announcements about changes in NewJeans’ lineup and management decisions affecting the group’s promotions.

Filipino singer Kuh Ledesma reunites with her former band Music & Magic for a series of concerts in Cavite, Philippines. Organizers say the shows will celebrate the group’s legacy with full-band performances featuring songs and arrangements from their peak years. Producers plan to announce final dates, venues, and ticket details through official channels and coordinate with Cavite authorities on safety and crowd management. The reunion aims to bring classic OPM acts to provincial audiences while honoring the history of one of the country’s best-known show bands.

Jackie Lou Blanco recounts her eulogy at the wake of the late actor-director Ricky Davao, where she says she felt no bitterness toward the other women in his life and instead acknowledged their shared bond. She explains why she referred to Mayeth Malca and Cheryl Singzon as “Aida” and “Fe,” drawing from the 1989 film “Si Aida, Si Lorna, at Si Fe,” which she starred in. Blanco details how the movie and its hit OPM song framed her tribute and illustrated their intertwined lives.

Wolfgang drummer Wolf Gemora has arrived in the Philippines from the United States to begin rehearsals for the rock band’s reunion concert set for next month. Organizers confirmed his arrival and said he will join practice sessions in Metro Manila as the group prepares its set list and arrangements. The band’s management plans to announce the exact date, venue, and ticket details after the early rehearsal phase. Fans await additional information about the long-anticipated reunion performance featuring the classic Wolfgang lineup.

South Korean singer-songwriter EJAE won a Golden Globe Award on Monday, January 12 (Manila time), as one of the songwriters and performers of “Golden” from the animated film KPop Demon Hunters, which earned Best Original Song at the Golden Globe Awards, organizers said.