Moving Eyelands to screen Cebuano films in QC
REGIONAL film initiative Moving Eyelands PH is set to host a free screening of Cebuano films on July 29, 6 p.m., at Chapterhouse Creative Hub, Madasalin St., Sikatuna Village, Quezon City (QC). Titled Buang Man Diay Ta?! (Are We Crazy?!), the program aims to be a playful experience that takes viewers to the streets of Cebu City. The films in the lineup are Ang Noble Savage/Nagpahungaw sa Iyang Emotional Baggage (2025) by Mico Lorenzo Minerva, Cinebuano (2023) by Juaquin Perocillo, Leonora Kilat (2017) by Mariya Lim, Ikaw: Ako (2017) by Ronnie Gamboa, Jr., and May Nalang Ni Kay Sa Magdrugs (2011) by Keith Deligero.
SB19’s Lollapalooza show to stream on Disney+
ON July 31, the 2026 Lollapalooza livestream lineup will include P-pop group SB19. They are the first homegrown Filipino act to perform at the music festival among other featured global artists. The entire Lollapalooza is streaming live exclusively on Disney+ from July 31 to Aug. 3. The stream starts at 3:45 a.m. Philippine time daily.
CCP Channel spotlights stories of courage, hope
FOR July, the CCP Channel has expanded it selection, streaming productions from the Virgin Labfest (VLF), films from the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival, and finalists from the 37th Gawad CCP Para sa Alternatibong Pelikula at Video. The VLF plays are Carlo Vergara’s Kung Paano Ako Naging Leading Lady, Vergara’s Dear and Unhappy, and Jerry O’Hara’s O’Donnell. The Cinemalaya films are: Anj Macalanda’s Wawa, Ralston Jover’s Hiblang Abo, and Onnah Valera’s My Fake American Accent. The Gawad Alternatibo finalists are: Jenser Recosana’s Si Balong At Si Doro, Mark Ellison Dimzon Mungcal’s The Naughty And The Hungry, Ja Turla’s Things You Wanted To Say But You Typed It Nalang Sa Socmed, and Elijah Dennis Quert M. Magtibay’s Agawan Sa Pamana. Launched in 2026, the CCP Channel serves as a gateway to performances, films, and creative works by Filipino artists. Interested parties can watch the growing collection of world-class Filipino plays, films, and performances on the CCP Channel, with a monthly subscription at P99, and an annual subscription of P599. To subscribe, visit culturalcenterph.channel.
Pinoy film Silenced Nights competing in Toronto
DIRECTOR Lawrence “Law” Fajardo’s new sociopolitical drama, Silenced Nights, has been officially selected to compete in the Platform section of the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The selection marks a historic moment for Philippine cinema as Silenced Nights is the first Filipino film to enter TIFF’s main juried competition since the program was launched 11 years ago. Written by Troy Espiritu and shot on location in Tondo’s Happyland, Silenced Nights centers on an ordinary laborer who witnesses the police kill a teenage boy. The story draws inspiration from the 2017 death of Kian delos Santos, a major turning point during the Philippine government’s war on drugs. Following its world premiere at TIFF, the film is set to open in Philippine theaters on Sept. 16.
Undertale and Jujutsu Kaisen concert tours come to Philippines
FILM CONCERTS PH is bringing two symphony tours to the Philippines. The first is UNDERTALE: The Determination Symphony, which celebrates the game Undertale’s 10th anniversary, which will be performed at the Proscenium Theater in Rockwell, Makati on Oct. 17. It will feature music curated by creator and composer Toby Fox, performed live by the 25-piece Filharmonika Orchestra, and conducted by Thanapol Setabrahmana. Newly arranged orchestral music will be paired with gameplay footage on the big screen. Pre-sale access begins on Aug. 4 at 10 a.m., exclusively for members of the Film Concerts PH community. Public ticket sales will start on Aug. 11 at noon via Ticketmelon. The second concert lined up is Jujutsu Kaisen in Concert, scheduled for Nov. 28 and 29 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Pasay City. It uses a hybrid ensemble of classical and modern instruments to perform the music of the animé Jujutsu Kaisen. The concert aims to reimagine the series’ most iconic musical moments from all three seasons, alongside scenes shown on a large HD cinema screen. Tickets are now on sale via Ticketmelon, with prices ranging from P1,499 to P6,999.
Nike After Dark Tour comes to Manila
WOMEN runners across the Philippines will have the chance to join one of Nike’s most anticipated global running experiences this November. The Manila stop of the Nike After Dark Tour will feature a 10K race, open to women of all backgrounds and abilities. Now on its second year, the tour is a global race series designed for women and powered by Nike, spanning seven major cities around the world: Manila, London, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Mumbai, Shanghai, and Sydney. In Manila, the race will start at KM 0 in Luneta, continue through the historic streets of Old Manila, along landmarks such as Intramuros, the National Museum, and Jones Bridge, and towards the finish line at Quirino Grandstand. Registration for the Nike After Dark Tour Manila 2026 opens at noon on July 29.
JENNIE releases new single
GLOBAL performer JENNIE has dropped her new single and music video, “Less than a Lover,” which are available now via ODDATELIER/Columbia Records. The single is JENNIE’s ode to summer, capturing the excitement and lingering emotions of a relationship that exists somewhere between friendship and romance. Written by the performer, it has a soft alternative-pop sound that pairs lo-fi guitar textures and vintage electric keyboards. It is out now on all digital music streaming platforms.
Pinoy film selected for global nonprofit distribution
CRITICALLY acclaimed Filipino film Sunshine by director Antoinette Jadaone has been selected as one of the first titles acquired by Alternativa Distribution, a newly launched nonprofit distribution label supported by global mobility platform inDrive. The film, which follows a young gymnast navigating an unplanned pregnancy, was selected for wider global distribution because of its honest portrayal of women’s reproductive rights. Sunshine is one of the first 10 films acquired by Alternativa Distribution. This selection also includes films from Colombia, Brazil, India, Bangladesh, Mongolia, China, Iran, Mexico, and Georgia. Alternativa Distribution is inDrive’s first foray into the global film industry.
Fil-Am singer-songwriter Rocco drops new EP
ROCCO, a 23-year-old Filipino-American singer-songwriter, has released an EP titled A Comedy Romantic (Act.1). Born out of a deep-seated love for the romantic comedies of the 1990s and 2000s, the project sees the singer building an immersive universe. This body of work is punctuated by an episodic short-form narrative series across his social platforms showcasing his acting talents, a rollout format that has already generated considerable reaction online. Driven by a conversational perspective, the EP’s focus track, “Palm,” captures the realization of growing apart from someone who once knew you best. The EP is out now on all digital music streaming platforms.
Richmonde partners with Barkhaus for ‘petcations’
EASTWOOD RICHMONDE Hotel has strengthened its commitment to pet-friendly hospitality through a new partnership with Barkhaus, a one-stop pet care destination in Eastwood City. Located a short walk from the hotel on the 4th floor of Eastwood City Mall, Barkhaus complements Eastwood Richmonde’s “Furtastic Pet-cation Package,” which offers guests and their pets exclusive perks, activities, and wellness services. The package contains exclusive Barkhaus vouchers with discounts on grooming services, daycare, playpark access, BarkStudio self-shoot sessions, Barkday celebration packages, and Barkhaus hotel bookings which can be reserved for the same dates as the pet owner’s stay. The Barkhaus partnership is available until March 15, 2027.
Singapore-based Pinoy artist bloo! releases debut EP
BLOO!, the recording project of Singapore-based Filipino artist Thea Madrideo, has released her debut EP in moments of stillness on all major streaming platforms worldwide. The five-track collection was written by Ms. Madrideo over two years of documenting the act of healing with intimacy and pop rock energy. Inspired by artists like Kitchie Nadal, Alanis Morissette, and Michelle Branch, the songs’ lyrics move between English and Filipino.
Oasis documentary to hit Philippine cinemas
THE documentary Oasis: Don’t Look Back In Anger, produced by Magna Studios and presented by Sony Music Vision, will open in Philippine cinemas on Sept. 11. After its theatrical run, the Hulu Original film, which follows the legendary British band, will stream internationally on Disney+. The film will receive its world premiere at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. It was produced by Steven Knight and directed by Dylan Southern and Will Lovelace, who chart Liam and Noel Gallagher’s triumphant reunion tour, Oasis Live ’25.
