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In celebration of its milestone 75th anniversary, leading Philippine broadcast media company GMA Network unveils a touching station ID that brings together the biggest and brightest Kapuso stars and personalities – all united in one heartfelt message: Kapuso, maraming salamat. With the theme "Forever One With The Filipino", the station ID serves not only as a tribute but a heartfelt expression of gratitude and celebration of the bond between the Network and its viewers. From its humble beginnings as a radio station to becoming the Philippines’ leading broadcast network, GMA’s journey has always been fueled by the unwavering support of its Kapuso viewers. This enduring bond takes center stage in this star-studded video.
The station ID opens with the biggest Kapuso stars and personalities: Kapuso Primetime King and Queen Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera, Asia's Multimedia Star Alden Richards, multi-awarded broadcast journalist Jessica Soho, Kapuso Comedy Genius Michael V., GMA Integrated News pillar Mel Tiangco, Global Fashion Icon Heart Evangelista, Kapuso Drama King Dennis Trillo, and Ultimate Star Jennylyn Mercado. Together, they deliver a sincere message: "Kapuso, maraming salamat sa inyong pagmamahal, sa inyong walang sawang pag-suporta, sa pagtitiwalang patuloy n’yong ibinibigay, sa inyong matatamis na ngiti, sa mahigpit n’yong yakap na damang-dama naming lahat, at sa inyong pagtanggap sa amin sa inyong puso at tahanan.” Adding more brilliance to the station ID is a vibrant line-up of Sparkle stars led by Barbie Forteza, David Licauco, Julie Anne San Jose, Rayver Cruz, Ruru Madrid, Bianca Umali, Sanya Lopez, Miguel Tanfelix, Gabbi Garcia, Jillian Ward, Sofia Pablo. Beloved personalities such as the country’s King of Talk Boy Abunda, Comedy Concert Queen AiAi delas Alas, and many more also lend their voices to the Network's powerful tribute.
GMA Network's 75th Anniversary Station ID continues with award-winning journalists Vicky Morales, Emil Sumangil, Arnold Clavio, Howie Severino, Kara David, Pia Arcangel, Atom Araullo, Ivan Mayrina, Melo del Prado, Orly Mercado, and other personalities from GMA Integrated News, GMA Public Affairs, and GMA Radio. Aptly serving as the theme song of the station ID is “Isa Sa Puso Ng Pilipino” performed by Julie Anne San Jose and other Kapuso singers and accompanied by the Orchestra of the Filipino Youth (OFY). The lyrics were penned by Brian James Camaya, Christine Autor, Samantha Toloza, and Rina L. Mercado with composition by Rina L. Mercado, arrangement by Roxy E. Fabian and Joe L. Cruz, and production by Rocky S. Gacho.
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Ahwel Paz, DJ Jhai Ho’s ‘Alam Na Dis’ Headlines DZMM’s Showbiz Talk Lineup
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DZMM Radyo Patrol 630 and DZMM TeleRadyo Serbisyo expand their entertainment programming with a lineup headlined by “Alam Na Dis”, a nightly showbiz talk show hosted by Ahwel Paz and DJ Jhai Ho that breaks down trending stories from showbiz and social media. Airing weeknights at 9:00 pm, “Alam Na Dis” captures the day’s most talked-about headlines in and out of showbiz, from celebrity updates to viral social media moments. Known for their unique chemistry, Paz and Jhai Ho deliver a dynamic blend of credible analysis and fun commentary, making the show a must-hear for entertainment fans seeking both insight and entertainment.
The show is part of DZMM’s expanded entertainment block designed to engage a broader and more digitally aware audience. Following “Alam Na Dis” is “Love Konek” at 10:00 pm where Coach Vee responds to letters and messages with practical relationship advice and nostalgic music, creating a reflective end to the day’s buzz. On Sundays, DZMM continues to amplify entertainment and internet culture, starting with “Wow Sikat” at 11:00 am, hosted by Lyza Aquino. The show highlights viral trends and profiles content creators and online personalities who are making waves in the digital space. At 12:00 nn, “Bongga Ka Jhai” brings Jhai Ho back on air for an hour of exclusive showbiz scoops, interviews with rising stars, and updates on the latest happenings in the industry — often bridging stories from the online world to mainstream entertainment.
This lineup, which has been airing since June 2, reflects DZMM’s commitment to adapting to changing media habits while staying rooted in its tradition of credible, service-oriented broadcasting. All programs are available on DZMM Radyo Patrol 630, DZMM Teleradyo, and stream via iWant and Kapamilya Online Live, making them accessible to audiences across platforms. Listeners can tune in to DZMM Radyo Patrol 630 on the 630 kHz AM band and catch DZMM Teleradyo on Sky Cable, over 170 cable providers nationwide, TFC, iWant, satellite TV, free TV thru PRTV Prime Media on BEAM TV and online via its official Facebook and YouTube pages.
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Ruru, Aiai And Other Kapuso Stars Set To Delight Filipino Fans In Canada For Sparkle World Tour 2025
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Kapuso stars Ruru Madrid, Aiai Delas Alas, Jessica Villarubin, Boobay, and Pepita Curtis are all set to bring joy and entertainment to Filipinos in Canada as part of the much-anticipated Sparkle World Tour 2025 this August. During a media conference held last July 31, the Sparkle artists shared their excitement as they prepare to connect with the Filipino community abroad through a series of live shows. The tour kicks off on August 16 and 17 in Toronto, in partnership with Taste of Manila, and continues from August 29 to September 1 in Calgary’s Eau Claire Park during Fiesta Filipino celebrations.
Ruru, who recently won Best Supporting Actor in the 2025 Eddys Awards, expressed his gratitude and excitement to once again perform for Kapuso fans overseas, saying, “I’m actually grateful right now because it’s actually my third time to join the Sparkle World Tour. ‘Nung una we went to Canada, we went to Tokyo last year, and then this time Canada ulit so nakakatuwa kasi tayong mga Pilipino gusto nating makilala ang mga Kapuso natin abroad, kumbaga lahat po ng tagumpay na natamasa ko dito sa ating bansa, siguro gusto kong dalhin iyon sa kanila kasi ang totoo niyan ang ating mga kababayan kasi sila po ang patuloy na nagsisilbing inspirasyon sa atin to work harder at patuloy na gawin ang ating mga layunin at hangarin sa buhay at iyon po ay para patuloy na makapagbigay saya sa maraming mga tao lalo na sa mga kapuso natin na nasa ibang bansa.”
The Sparkle World Tour 2025 promises a mix of musical performances, comedy acts, and heartfelt interactions that will showcase the artistry of Kapuso talents and celebrate the strong bond between GMA and the global Filipino community. Fans in Canada can expect a memorable celebration of music, laughter, and Pinoy pride as Sparkle artists bring the Kapuso spirit overseas once again.
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Anji Salvacion, BGYO Gelo Deliver Ultimate High School Romance Feels For ABS-CBN’s First Original YouTube Movie “The Four Bad Boys And Me”
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Enjoy the ultimate high school ‘kilig’ and drama all over again as ABS-CBN brings the hit Wattpad story “The Four Bad Boys And Me” to life for its first original YouTube movie, starring Anji Salvacion, BGYO's Gelo Rivera, Harvey Bautista, Dustine Mayores, and River Joseph and directed by well-known filmmaker Benedict Mique who is known for the hit romantic comedy movies “Wild Little Love” and “MOMOL Nights”, which is now streaming worldwide on the ABS-CBN Entertainment YouTube channel.
Anji and Gelo shared their excitement in giving life to popular Wattpad characters during the film’s mediacon last July 25. Anji revealed that she has always been a big fan of the story and said, “Ever since grade 9 kami ng mga classmate ko, abang na abang kami sa next chapter ng story. This is a good story kasi madaming makaka-relate. I’m stepping out of my comfort zone in this movie.” “Aside from the pressure na nararamdaman ko, sobrang grateful ko na nakasabay ko sila sa first project ko bilang aktor. It was a rollercoaster of emotions,” said Gelo who makes his highly-anticipated acting debut as the arrogant leader of the four bad boys. River, who was dubbed as “Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition’s” ‘green flag’, also shared that viewers will get to see a different side of him as the group’s troublemaker but protective older brother of Anji’s character. Harvey, who plays the charming and mysterious type, and Dustine, the lover boy of the group, also expressed their excitement to bring good vibes and romantic feels to viewers.
Based on blue_maiden’s popular Wattpad that has over 326 million reads, the movie adaptation follows the awkward high school senior Candice (Anji) whose quiet life becomes exciting when she gets entangled in the lives of the most popular boys at school – Jeydon (Gelo), Troy (Dustine), Marky (Harvey), and Charles (River). What was once a bitter relationship will turn unexpectedly sweet as the school’s heartthrobs fight over Candice when she gets a total glow-up as the “Ms. Campus” representative. Who among the boys will win Candice’s heart? Also joining the cast to add more classic high school drama to the story are rising young stars Brent Manalo, AC Bonifacio, Analain Salvador, Gela Alonte, and Krystal Brimner.
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V10 Entertainment Secures Exclusive Global Distribution Rights To MotoAmerica’s Live Racing
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V10 Entertainment has inked an exclusive global distribution deal with MotoAmerica, the premier U.S.-based motorcycle road racing series. The agreement marks V10 as MotoAmerica’s first-ever outside distributor, bringing to audiences 106-plus live races across eight premier classes – Superbike, Supersport, Stock 1000, King Of The Baggers, Twins Cup, Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race., Super Hooligan National Championship, and the newly launched Talent Cup. MotoAmerica’s 2025 season spans 12 race weekends across 10 states with events held at legendary circuits including Daytona International Speedway, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and Circuit of The Americas. Also, as part of the agreement, V10 gains rights to MotoAmerica’s full content library and its slate of eight original series, including Pressure To Rise and Generation Speed: MotoAmerica’s Road To MotoGP.
This announcement follows V10’s reveal of its upcoming docuseries starring Keanu Reeves and Gard Hollinger, chronicling their ARCH Motorcycle Company’s entry into the 2025 MotoAmerica Super Hooligan National Championship Series. Season One is slated to premiere in Q1 2026, blending raw and unfiltered access with premium storytelling. “MotoAmerica’s been on an incredible run over the past few years, and with Gard and Keanu’s team surging in the Super Hooligan National Championship, we saw a clear opportunity to help amplify the sport’s momentum. We’re witnessing a resurgence in motorcycle road racing with MotoAmerica’s popularity – one that echoes its 1980s heyday, when American motorcycle racing first took center stage,” said V10 Entertainment Head of Global Distribution Samantha Cooper. “Partnering with V10 Entertainment is a significant milestone for MotoAmerica as we grow our sport, increasing the visibility of American motorcycle road racing. The momentum is real, fan attendance is up, digital viewership keeps growing, and projects like the ARCH docuseries are giving people an inside look at what makes this sport so unique. Expanding our partnership with V10 will help us reach an even wider audience around the world,” said MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland.
MotoAmerica is closing out its most successful season to date, with a surge in linear TV viewership, as well as over 2.5 million digital video views and passionate social following of over 4 million fans. Its live event races bring in over 400,000 enthusiasts across 12 events, including a record-setting crowd at Road America. At the intersection of lifestyle, sports, and media, MotoAmerica has an affluent, loyal, and rapidly growing fanbase. “MotoAmerica is purpose-built for today’s sport viewer – fast-paced, emotionally charged, and powered by fierce fandom. Every race delivers a high-impact moment, engineered for live consumption and digital virality. It’s commercially explosive and culturally magnetic,” said V10 Entertainment President Carter Skeath. V10 Entertainment, a private-equity backed media company, owns and distributes several series including ABC’s top rated primetime anchor America’s Funniest Videos (with 800 episodes and currently in its 36th season) as well as the hit influencer competition series Follow Me. V10’s slate also includes Blue Collar Auction (Peacock), Totally Funny Kids & Totally Funny Animals (CW), and World’s Funniest Videos (FOX).
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FIFTH SEASON Uncovers Global Deals For Blink49 Studios’ Sight Unseen
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Global film and TV studio FIFTH SEASON has inked a wave of global sales, including for the UK and Ireland, across the first and second seasons of Sight Unseen (10 x 60’ each), the crime drama produced by Blink49 Studios and Front Street Pictures for CTV (Canada) and The CW (US). The new deals include 5 and Paramount+ UK & Ireland picking up the first and second season. Additionally, Play Media (Belgium), AXN Asia (Pan Regional), Nine Network (Australia), yes (Israel), Disney Bulgaria, Action Channel (Japan) and Talpa TV (Netherlands) have also acquired both seasons. Further deals for season one include Warner Bros. Discovery (New Zealand) and Disney Middle East.
In Sight Unseen, Tess Avery is a top homicide detective who is forced to quit the job she loves after nearly killing her partner and being diagnosed as clinically blind. Reluctant to accept help, Tess uses an assistance app and connects with Sunny Patel, a professional seeing-eye guide and an agoraphobe living 3,000 miles away. After solving a crime she left behind, Tess returns to the force as a civilian consultant. Using a hidden camera and earpiece, Sunny remotely steers Tess and becomes her “secret weapon” – as the two challenge preconceptions about ability, trust, and where to draw the line. Inspired by one of the co-creators’ experiences with sight loss, viewers join Tess and Sunny as they bring a fresh perspective to solving crime. The series stars newcomer Dolly Lewis and Agam Darshi (DMZ) alongside Jarod Joseph (The 100) and Daniel Gillies (Virgin River).
FIFTH SEASON Executive Vice President of Television Distribution Jennifer Ebell said, “It’s great to be bringing another show from our partners at Blink49 to broadcasters all around the world. Sight Unseen is a fresh take on the crime genre, with a female lead who is sight impaired and authentically cast at its centre. Crime procedurals continue to have strong global appeal, and this series delivers with smart twists on a bankable genre.” Created by Karen Troubetzkoy (Killjoys, Orphan Black) and Nikolijne Troubetzkoy (Skymed, Transplant), Sight Unseen is produced by Blink49 Studios, a FIFTH SEASON backed company, and Front Street Pictures in association with Sisters Troubetzkoy Productions, CTV, The CW, and the participation of the Canada Media Fund, Rogers Series Fund and the Bell Fund. In addition to directing several episodes, John Fawcett (Orphan Black) directed the pilot and multiple episodes and serves as an Executive Producer (EP) for season one. Stefan Pleszczysnki (Transplant) is Executive Producer/Director for season two alongside showrunners Karen Troubetzkoy and Nikolijne Troubetzkoy, Blink49’s John Morayniss, Carolyn Newman, and Virginia Rankin and Front Street Pictures’ Charles Cooper. Writer/EPs include Derek Schreyer, Brendan Gall and Shelley Eriksen.
