Kiyoshi Motohiko Asia, Philippines, TV & film

Brillante Mendoza’s ‘Alpha, the Right to Kill’ to hit theaters on January 16, 2019

Directed by Brillante Mendoza, "Alpha, the Right to Kill" is set to be shown in select theaters in the Philippines. The thriller will make its Philippine premiere on January 16, 2019. In September 2018, "Alpha, The Right to Kill" competed for the Golden Shell at the 66th San Sebastián International Film Festival in Donostia-San Sebastián, Basque … Continue reading Brillante Mendoza’s ‘Alpha, the Right to Kill’ to hit theaters on January 16, 2019

Coco Altatis Asia, Jordan, MMA, Philippines, sports

Will Jordanian fighter Jalal Al Daaja challenge Team Lakay’s Stephen Loman at ‘Brave 22′ in Manila, Philippines?

Brave Combat Federation has yet to announce the challenger of reigning Brave CF Bantamweight Champion Stephen "The Sniper" Loman of the Philippines at "Brave 22." One of the Bahrain-based mixed martial arts promotion's fighters likely to challenge the Filipino champ is Jalal Al Daaja of Jordan. Al Daaja is a civil engineer by profession. His family served … Continue reading Will Jordanian fighter Jalal Al Daaja challenge Team Lakay’s Stephen Loman at ‘Brave 22′ in Manila, Philippines?

Coco Altatis beauty & fashion, Philippines

Philippines’ Miss Universe franchise still with Bb. Pilipinas: Stella Marquez-Araneta

Since 1964, Binibining Pilipinas Charities Incorporated has held the Miss Universe franchise. Founder Stella Marquez-Araneta confirmed the franchise remains with them despite rumors of a transfer to Chavit Singson. Key events include Catriona Gray's participation and upcoming competition for Gallman, highlighting the role of beauty queens in the Philippines' economy.

Coco Altatis Asia, MMA, Philippines, sports

‘Brave 22’ to take place in Manila, to mark Brave CF debut in the Philippines

Brave Combat Federation will hold "Brave 22" in the Philippines. The Bahrain-based mixed martial arts promotion took to social media to make the announcement on January 1, 2019. "Brave 22" will take place at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines on March 15, 2019. It will be the first ever … Continue reading ‘Brave 22’ to take place in Manila, to mark Brave CF debut in the Philippines

Erica Diaz Mendoza Lao Asia, Australia, Brazil, China, Europe, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, MMA, Netherlands, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Philippines, Russia, South America, sports, Thailand, United States

13 most handsome ONE Championship fighters 2018

Aside from being extraordinarily strong in the cage, some mixed martial artists are also easy on the eyes. Here are the 13 most handsome MMA fighters who had at least one bout in ONE Championship in 2018:   13. Danny "The King" Kingad, 22, of Baguio City, Philippines competes in the flyweight division won at … Continue reading 13 most handsome ONE Championship fighters 2018

Kiyoshi Motohiko beauty & fashion, Philippines

Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray plans to take more photographs

Catriona Gray became the fourth Miss Universe from the Philippines in 2019. She shared her New Year's resolution to be more present and cherish memories through photography. Catriona emphasizes self-care amidst her busy schedule as Miss Universe, ensuring proper sleep and nutrition to maintain her well-being. Her pageant journey began in 1999.

Kiyoshi Motohiko Asia, Brazil, North America, Philippines, South America, TV & film, United States

Paulo Coelho: If Quentin Tarantino directed Brillante Mendoza’s ‘Kinatay’

On December 28, 2018, Brazilian novelist Paulo Coelho, 71, took to Twitter to describe "Kinatay" (Butchered) as one of the most disturbing movies he watched in 2018. It was the film that made Brillante Mendoza, 58, the first ever Filipino filmmaker to win the Cannes Film Festival's prestigious award Prix de la Mise en Scene (Best Director). https://twitter.com/paulocoelho/status/1078363035717324800 … Continue reading Paulo Coelho: If Quentin Tarantino directed Brillante Mendoza’s ‘Kinatay’

Coco Altatis Asia, beauty & fashion, MMA, Philippines, sports

Catriona Gray, the most beautiful Choi Kwang-Do black belt

There is a long list of things that make Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray more than just a crowned pageant icon. One of the interesting things about the Filipino-Australian beauty queen is the fact that she is a Choi Kwang Do black belt. Choi Kwang Do is a striking martial art that originated in South … Continue reading Catriona Gray, the most beautiful Choi Kwang-Do black belt

Jillianina Estevez beauty & fashion, Philippines

13 Filipinos who should follow Catriona Gray’s footsteps

There is still no official confirmation about Chavit Singson being the new owner of the Philippine franchise of Miss Universe. It was the politician and businessman from Ilocos Sur and his daughter Richelle Singson-Michael who accompanied Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray during the homecoming of the newly crowned queen instead of Binibining Pilipinas Charities Incorporated chairman … Continue reading 13 Filipinos who should follow Catriona Gray’s footsteps

Coco Altatis Asia, Philippines

Philippines’ 30 most handsome men alive 2018

The republic of the Philippines became one of the founding members of the United Nations on October 11, 1945. The Southeast Asian country consists of more than 7,600 islands that are geographically categorized under three divisions namely Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. In honor of Philip II of Spain, Spanish explorer Ruy López de Villalobos named the … Continue reading Philippines’ 30 most handsome men alive 2018