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Returning to AnimeJapan 2023, Netflix showcased its diverse slate of current and upcoming anime including fan favorites like PLUTO or the newly announced series Ōoku: The Inner Chambers, delighting fans both in and outside Japan during multiple booth presentations and a star-studded stage event.
The broad lineup across genres like sci-fi, action and more includes newly announced titles Ōoku: The Inner Chambers (coming in 2023), the first anime adaptation of the hit manga by Fumi Yoshinaga, and Yakitori: Soldiers of Misfortune (May 2023), an anime series adapted from a brand-new military science fiction novel by Carlo Zen who made his debut with The Saga of Tanya the Evil. These and more titles are joining the previously announced Onmyoji (coming in 2023), an animated series based on the world of Baku Yumemakura’s well-known tales about the ancient yin-yang diviner Abe Seimei which is set for release later this year. “Over the years, we’ve learned that fans love the breadth of our lineup. From titles like PLUTO and Ooku: The Inner Chambers by top storytellers, to buzzy fan favorites like Onmyoji, Yakitori and so much more in store — this year, there’s a show for every anime fan. We’ve humbled the global interest in anime has been strong and growing, with over 100 million members watching anime yearly,” says Netflix Director of Content Yuji Yamano.
During the AnimeJapan event, Netflix also welcomed the author of PLUTO Naoki Urasawa, Japanese voice talents Yoko Hikasa (Shaman King) and Minori Suzuki (Macross Delta), as well as title supervisor Macoto Tezka to the stage, who shared their enthusiasm for the highly-anticipated anime adaptation of PLUTO (coming in 2023) with the audience. During their appearance, Netflix also gave another glimpse at the ambitious project, revealing a new teaser art by original creator Naoki Urasawa himself, that gave another glimpse at the characters and the world of PLUTO.
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iWantTFC Features Special Programming For Holy Week, Araw Ng Kagitingan And Kim Chiu's Birthday
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iWantTFC is giving Filipinos even more reasons to celebrate the notable occasions this April as it puts together a special curation that viewers may stream just in time for Holy Week, Araw ng Kagitingan, and Kim Chiu’s birthday. In line with the commemoration of Holy Week, iWantTFC will livestream the Celebration of the Last Supper (April 6 at 5:00 pm), Seven Last Words (April 7 at 12:00 nn), Veneration of the Cross (April 7 at 3:00 pm), and Easter Mass (April 8 at 10:00 pm). Viewers may also spend the long weekend with loved ones by streaming titles in the “Faith” special selection. Choose from movies such as Nora Aunor’s “Himala", Coco Martin’s “Sta. Niña", Vilma Santos’ “The Healing" and Camille Prats’ “Hiling".
For Araw ng Kagitingan on April 10, celebrate the unwavering Filipino spirit in the “Heroes” selection. Stream the critically-acclaimed film “Quezon’s Game", docu-series “The Last Manilaners", educational series “Bayani" and Kapamliya teleserye “A Soldier’s Heart,” among others. For Kim Chiu fanatics, iWantTFC puts together a special selection featuring some of her best projects as she celebrates her birthday on April 19. Enjoy Kim’s wide-range of genres, from comedy, rom-com, drama, to horror, by binge-watching her series “Bawal Lumabas" and movies “Bride for Rent", “Paano Na Kaya" and “The Ghost Bride".
Additionally, viewers can turn up the summer heat by watching shows featured in the “Hot Bods” special selection. Viewers can sit back, relax, and feel the ‘kilig’ with their significant other in the movies “Always Be My Maybe", "Ex With Benefits" and “MOMOL Nights" and the iWantTFC original series “Beach Bros". iWantTFC users can also continue to stream the newest original series “Teen Clash,” a coming of age story about a battle of the sexes fighting for music and love, with new episodes dropping every Friday at 8:00 pm. Choose from the full list of movies and series and stream them all for free in the Philippines on the iWantTFC app (iOs and Android) and website (iwanttfc.com).
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Jamie Rivera Leads New Record Label Inspire Music
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Jamie Rivera embarks on a new role as the head and creative consultant of ABS-CBN Music’s new record label called Inspire Music and introduces her newest single “3 In 1" which is now available worldwide on digital music streaming platforms. “3 In 1” is an upbeat song with a reggae vibe that talks about the joy of believing in God, three persons in one, referring to the Holy Trinity or God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
“The song is perfect for anyone looking for something fun and new this summer to dance to, or even for use when people gather to celebrate and pray together,” said the Inspirational Diva who composed the single. The timely single also features children Imogen and “The Voice Kids” season 5 contestant Fabio Santos. “Ang gagaling nung mga bata and they were able to give justice to the song. We collaborated with them so that more children will relate to ‘3 In 1',” Jamie said. “3 In 1” is the first song to be released under Inspire Music, ABS-CBN Music’s new label that will focus on inspirational music for listeners seeking refuge, motivation, and upliftment through music.
“Inspire Music is about inspiring people from all walks of life — to be inspired by the melody, by the lyrics, by the music,” explained Jamie. Aside from leading the production, Jamie will also guide various ABS-CBN artists who are set to record music catering to the inspirational genre. Jamie is the voice of many inspirational and momentous hits, including “Heal Our Land", “Jubilee Song", “Only Selfless Love", “Tell the World of His Love” and “We Are All God’s Children". The renowned singer also sang the official mission song “We Give Our Yes" for the 500 Years of Christianity celebration in the country in 2021.
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P-Pop Star MONA Recalls Memories Of Being A Fan On New Single "Tagahanga"
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Filipino singer-songwriter MONA channels the inner thoughts of a fan girl on “Tagahanga", her official second single under Sony Music Entertainment. The song tells the story of a passionate fan who rallies around her idol, hoping to connect with them in a meaningful way and get noticed. It was also penned by MONA herself, who admitted that her experiences as a fan inspired the storytelling. She shares, “To an extent, I’d say that these memories come from a place of love and adoration. I took the experience to heart when I decided to start a career in music because at some point in my life, I know how it feels to be a fan.”
On “Tagahanga", the promising songstress transforms her positive energy into a euphoric pop anthem. She delivers the material produced by K-Pop/P-Pop producer OhWon Lee with a balance of introspection and enthusiasm, singing as if she’s fully committed to the essence of the narrative. The Always Remember act adds, “The producer prominently highlights the bass and guitar parts, creating a driving rhythm that encourages dancing and movement. This, in turn, sets the tone of the track, adding a layer of fun and excitement.”
MONA recently joined Sony Music Entertainment’s esteemed roster of P-Pop talents which also includes KAIA, Fourth Impact, and SB19 among its lineup. With more than 18 million followers on TikTok and a growing portfolio as an influencer, the breakthrough artist hopes to conquer the local music scene with her vocal abilities and solid pop instincts. MONA’s new track “Tagahanga” serves as a follow-up to her debut single “Always Remember", a song that values the importance of self-worth and preservation in facing one’s fears. MONA’s “Tagahanga” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.
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Nintendo Switch - OLED Model - The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Edition Launches On April 28th
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The Nintendo Switch – OLED Model - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Edition system, featuring a special design from the upcoming highly-anticipated Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game, will be officially launched on April 28, 2023. Available at a suggested retail price of US$359.99 (not including the actual game), this sleek new edition bears a design which appears in the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game including the familiar Hylian Crest from the Legend of Zelda series on the front of the dock.
In addition, two accessories – a Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (MSRP US$74.99) and a Nintendo Switch carrying case (MSRP US$24.99), both with designs from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – will be released separately on May 12th which is the official launch day of the said game. The new hardware and these legendary new accessories were announced in a new presentation featuring series producer Eiji Aonuma demonstrating new gameplay from the upcoming title which can be viewed online at https://www.zelda.com/tears-of-the-kingdom/#!/trailer. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game, the new hardware and the two themed accessories are all now available for pre-order.
The Nintendo Switch – OLED Model system features a vibrant 7-inch OLED screen, a wide adjustable stand, a dock with a wired LAN port (LAN cable sold separately), 64 GB of internal storage, a portion of which is reserved for use by the system, and enhanced audio in handheld and tabletop mode. The Nintendo Switch – OLED Model system can be played in three modes: TV mode, played on a TV while the system is docked; handheld mode, when the Joy-Con controllers are attached for portable play; and tabletop mode for on-the-go multiplayer gaming sessions. These versatile features are well-suited for the places your epic adventures may take you in-game or in life. In The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, you’ll decide your own path through the sprawling landscapes of Hyrule and the mysterious islands floating in the vast skies above. The journey is yours to create in this sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, an epic adventure across the land and skies of Hyrule. In a world fueled by your imagination, you’ll need to harness the power of Link’s new abilities to fight back against the malevolent forces that threaten the kingdom.
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Usher In The Mobile Legends Bang Bang ALLSTAR Festival With ITZY
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KPOP sensation ITZY joins the ALLSTAR Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) ‘Harmonia‘ stage as a global ambassador. This marks the first time MLBB is working alongside Korean artists to promote a joint campaign together. Join Yeji, Lia, Ryujin, Chaeryeong, and Yuna to conquer the darkness in the ALLSTAR-themed map ‘Harmonia'. Making a splash since February 2019, the five-member group debuted with the first single album, “IT’z Different" and the catchy “Dalla Dalla". ITZY is also known to be one of the youngest female groups with a staggering number of music awards and show wins – 42 music show trophies, along with 23 awards and counting. To celebrate the arrival of ITZY, players can now log in to acquire exclusive ALLSTAR rewards and four brand-new hero skins.
Launched last March 31st, MLBB players can now acquire rewards amounting up to 1,999 diamonds – such as emotes, the ALLSTAR Exclusive Avatar Border Shine! Atomic Pop, Atomic Pop Spawn Effect, and much more for the ALLSTAR event. Featuring four new hero skins to be released periodically, party it up with “Atomic Pop" Miya, “Atomic Pop” Eudora, “Seraphic Selfie” Rafaela and“Moonlit Ninja” Hanabi to battle enemies in the new map event – Purify Harmonia. There will also be an exclusive in-game ALLSTAR music track for players to bop along. The Purify Harmonia event runs until the 23rd of April where players can complete tasks to acquire Technotes to be used for redeeming ALLSTAR rewards such as the new exclusive skins. Get free rewards upon login from the event launch day onwards, to April 25 – don’t just be a wannabe, but become the superstar you’ve always wanted to be!
