"Lakbayan" (Journey), an omnibus film by Brillante Mendoza, Lav Diaz and Kidlat Tahimik will have its world premiere at the 2018 Busan International Film Festival. It is the very first collaborative project involving the three filmmaking giants of the Philippines. All filmed in the Philippines in 2017, the three parts of “Lakbayan” are titled “Desfocado” … Continue reading Brillante Mendoza, Lav Diaz, Kidlat Tahimik’s film ‘Lakbayan’ to premiere at 2018 Busan International Film Festival
Honorio Banario: Team Lakay head coach Mark Sangiao never lost faith in me
Former ONE Featherweight Champion Honorio Banario contemplated quitting due to a five-fight losing streak but found renewed strength through the support of his mentor Mark Sangiao and Team Lakay. After redeeming himself with a five-bout winning streak, Banario prepares to face Amir Khan on September 8, aiming for another title shot.
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Igorot actress Mai Fanglayan stars in Sinai Hamada’s ‘Tanabata’s Wife’ film adaptation
Playing the title role in “Tanabata’s Wife” is Igorot actress Mai Fanglayan. It is a film adaptation of the classic short story by Japanese-Filipino author Sinai Hamada of the same name. Fanglayan is a Mass Communication graduate of Saint Louis University in Baguio City. Both of her parents are from Mountain Province. In an exclusive … Continue reading Igorot actress Mai Fanglayan stars in Sinai Hamada’s ‘Tanabata’s Wife’ film adaptation
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Honorio Banario vs Amir Khan at ‘ONE: Beyond the Horizon’ in China
On September 5, 2018, 10 pairs of ONE Championship athletes attended the official face-off of “ONE: Beyond the Horizon” at the CHAR Bar & Grill located at Level 30 of the Indigo Hotel in Shanghai, China. The ninth pair was Honorio “The Rock” Banario, 28, of the Philippines and Amir Khan, 23, of Singapore. Aside from … Continue reading Honorio Banario vs Amir Khan at ‘ONE: Beyond the Horizon’ in China
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Edward Kelly vs Christian Lee at ‘ONE: Beyond the Horizon’ in China
On September 5, 2018, 10 pairs of ONE Championship athletes attended the official face-off of “ONE: Beyond the Horizon” at the CHAR Bar & Grill located at Level 30 of the Indigo Hotel in Shanghai, China. Among the mixed martial artists were Edward “The Ferocious” Kelly, 34, of the Philippines and Christian “The Warrior” Lee, 20, … Continue reading Edward Kelly vs Christian Lee at ‘ONE: Beyond the Horizon’ in China
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Honorio Banario vs Eduard Folayang for ONE Lightweight World Championship?
If Honorio “The Rock” Banario, 28, wins at “ONE: Beyond the Horizon," it will be his sixth win in a row. The former ONE Featherweight World Champion could become position himself next in line for a crack at gold, but so is his Team Lakay teammate and former ONE Lightweight World Champion Eduard "Landslide" Folayang, … Continue reading Honorio Banario vs Eduard Folayang for ONE Lightweight World Championship?
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Team Lakay fighters grace 109th Baguio City Day celebration
Fighters from the legendary mixed martial arts group Team Lakay participated in the celebration of the 109th annual Baguio City Day on September 1, 2018. A parade was organized to celebrate the city’s feat as the first Philippine city to make it to the prestigious global creative circle. Located at an elevation of 5,050 feet above … Continue reading Team Lakay fighters grace 109th Baguio City Day celebration
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Philippines’ Jake Zyrus, Nats Sitoy to star in 2018 Japanese films
Charice Pempengco, who is professionally known as Jake Zyrus, and Nats Sitoy are two Filipino actors who will be featured in upcoming Japanese films. The former will star in “Yaru Onna” (She’s a Killer) while the latter plays the title character in “Itoshi No Irene” (Irene of Love). Better known as a singer, Zyrus has … Continue reading Philippines’ Jake Zyrus, Nats Sitoy to star in 2018 Japanese films
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Billy Crawford, Eric Tai, Marco Alcaraz win at NBA 3X Philippines 2018
Marco Alcaraz, Eric Tai, Sudan Daniel, Billy Crawford Some Filipino celebrities participated in the NBA 3X Philippines 2018 presented by AXA. Among them were Billy Crawford, Eric "Eruption" Tai, Marco Alcaraz and Sudan "Superman" Daniel, the members of the team called Killa Crossover. The Killa Crossover was crowned the champion of the Celebrity Division of NBA … Continue reading Billy Crawford, Eric Tai, Marco Alcaraz win at NBA 3X Philippines 2018
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Indonesia’s Brata Kartasasmita is new Mister Universe Tourism 2018; Ion Perez resigns
Brata Manggala Putra Kartasasmita of Indonesia has been crowned Mister Universe Tourism 2018. Benigno “Ion” Dungo Perez of the Philippines originally held the title. On May 29, 2018, Kartasasmita and Perez competed against 18 other Mister Universe Tourism 2018 candidates at Tanghalang Pasigueño in Pasig City, Metro Manila, Philippines. It is the second edition of the international beauty … Continue reading Indonesia’s Brata Kartasasmita is new Mister Universe Tourism 2018; Ion Perez resigns
