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Anne Curtis shared a personal tribute on Instagram as she left Australia, where her late father James Curtis-Smith was laid to rest, describing how her grief “comes in waves.” The actress and TV host posted a video montage of memories from childhood to her wedding, calling her father her “huckleberry friend” and “gentle giant.” She wrote that she left Australia “with a heavy heart” but said they would “never part” in her memories, as media outlets reported on her public expression of loss.

Enhypen released their seventh mini-album “The Sin: Vanish,” expanding the South Korean group’s established vampire-themed lore that began at their debut. The seven-member act—Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, Jungwon, and Ni-Ki—unveiled the project under agency Belift Lab. The agency described the release as an “immersive and narratively driven chapter” that connects and develops storylines from the group’s past works. Featuring an experimental structure that blends music and narration, “The Sin: Vanish” continues Enhypen’s ongoing narrative universe and reinforces the group’s character-based storytelling approach.

Aljur Abrenica and Kris Bernal reunited backstage at GMA’s game show “TiktoClock” on January 16, 2024, in Quezon City, as seen in a video posted on the network’s official Instagram page. The clip showed Abrenica visiting the set and interacting with Bernal, his former leading lady from “The Last Prince,” while she asked why he had not replied to her messages. GMA recorded and shared the encounter as part of its behind-the-scenes content, marking the first publicly documented interaction between the former love team in years.

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.