Newly released wedding photos show South Korean stars Shin Min-ah and Kim Woo-bin posing together as bride and groom, with Shin in a dreamy sweetheart wedding gown and Kim in a classic black tuxedo. The images highlight their formal attire and softly lit setting, offering fans an official look at the couple’s wedding-themed portraits.
The original cast of the 2017 film “Bar Boys” will reunite in “Bar Boys: After School,” an official entry to the Metro Manila Film Festival 2025. Festival organizers confirmed the sequel’s inclusion in the MMFF 2025 lineup, with screenings set in participating cinemas nationwide during the festival run. Producers said the new film will continue the story of the original characters after law school and will release more details on the cast, production, and promotions before the festival opens.
Former Binibining Pilipinas Grand International titleholder Samantha Bernardo announced through social media that she and her non-showbiz husband Scott are expecting a baby boy. The couple held a gender reveal celebration attended by family and friends, sharing photos and videos that confirmed they will welcome a son. Bernardo posted images of her prenatal checkups and pledged to continue documenting her pregnancy journey online as she prepares for motherhood.
Vice Ganda said he and his partner Ion Perez are considering becoming parents through surrogacy, a plan that could require him to take a temporary leave from hosting ABS-CBN’s noontime show “It’s Showtime.” He explained on-air that they remain in the planning stage, weighing the timing, legal and medical preparations, and the impact on his professional commitments. He added that they want to be fully present and hands-on if they proceed, and that no final decision or timeline has been set for the surrogacy process or a potential work break.
A Filipino animated docu-drama about the 2009 Maguindanao massacre, featuring the late actor Ricky Davao in his final movie role, will have its world premiere at the 2026 International Film Festival Rotterdam in the Netherlands. Producers and festival organizers confirm that the film will depict events before and after the massacre through a combination of animation and documentary techniques, with details on the official title, full cast, and exact screening schedule to follow closer to the 2026 festival dates.
Texas A&M student Aiden Ross won season 28 of NBC’s “The Voice” after a live finale in Los Angeles that combined viewer voting and coach input. The article reports how Ross advanced through blind auditions, battle rounds, knockouts, and live shows, and explains the voting system, format, and production details of the season. It also notes the response from Texas A&M and local media, outlines the winner’s prize, and describes how the network promoted and aired the finale.
Texas singer-songwriter and guitarist Joe Ely, known for his American roots music and energetic live performances, has died at age 78 in Texas, according to his family. This fact-based news report details what is publicly known about his death, outlines key aspects of his career in Texas country and Americana music, and notes plans for memorial arrangements and management of his musical legacy, based on information released by relatives and representatives.
Darren Espanto’s “Maui Wowie” performance on ABS-CBN’s “ASAP” became an unexpected viral hit as viewers shared clips, memes, and reactions across social media platforms. The number trended online after the episode aired, drawing attention from entertainment pages, fan communities, and industry observers. Espanto later acknowledged the strong response and joked that “Maui Wowie” made an impact on the entertainment landscape.
Disney’s “Zootopia 2” returned to No. 1 at the North American box office over the weekend, earning an estimated $26.3 million in its third frame and surpassing $1.14 billion worldwide, according to Comscore and studio data. The animated sequel became 2025’s second Hollywood film to cross the $1 billion global mark, driven by more than $500 million in ticket sales from China. Universal’s “Five Nights at Freddy’s 2” placed second with $19.5 million, followed by “Wicked: For Good,” Indian action title “Dhurandhar” and “Now You See Me: Now You Don’t.” James L. Brooks’ “Ella McKay” opened with $2.1 million.
ABS-CBN released the first teaser for “Someone Someday,” the inaugural drama pairing of Kathryn Bernardo and James Reid, introducing the KathReid tandem through coordinated posts on major social media platforms. The short clip shows the two actors in separate city scenes and reveals the project’s title without disclosing full plot details. Producers confirmed that the series forms part of ABS-CBN’s upcoming drama slate and that further announcements on the cast, filming schedule, and release date will follow.