Two "American Idol" alumni are among the celebrities who are set to perform at the private funeral of the late Aretha Franklin from August 30-31, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan. They are Fantasia Barrino-Taylor, 34, who is mononymously known as Fantasia, and Jennifer Hudson, 36. Both Fantasia and Hudson competed in the third season of … Continue reading ‘American Idol’ alums Fantasia, Jennifer Hudson to perform at Aretha Franklin’s funeral
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
Brillante Mendoza’s ‘Alpha, the Right to Kill’ to compete for Golden Shell at San Sebastian Film Festival 2018
Directed by 2009 Cannes Film Festival Best Director Brillante Mendoza, “Alpha, the Right to Kill” will compete for the Golden Shell at the 2018 San Sebastián Film Festival. It is the highest prize given to a competing film at the film festival held every September in Donostia-San Sebastián, Basque Country, Spain. Mendoza is a regular in Cannes … Continue reading Brillante Mendoza’s ‘Alpha, the Right to Kill’ to compete for Golden Shell at San Sebastian Film Festival 2018
‘Nadarang’ rapper Shanti Dope collaborates with MiMi, NomaD, Krayzie Bone
Rapper-songwriter Sean Patrick Ramos, 17, who is professionally known as Shanti Dope, is bringing the Filipino rap music into the international scene. As he celebrates one year in the industry and more than 20 million views and streams for his hit song "Nadarang," he adds collaborations with international artists to the long list of achievements … Continue reading ‘Nadarang’ rapper Shanti Dope collaborates with MiMi, NomaD, Krayzie Bone
Ai-Ai de las Alas’s ‘School Service’ co-star Celine Juan praises Louie Ignacio
Jayzel Suan, who is professionally known as Celine Juan, is one of the child actors who played the street children in the 2018 the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival finalist "School Service," which was directed by Louie Ignacio. At a young age, the child actress knows how to appreciate her director. "School Service" is about street … Continue reading Ai-Ai de las Alas’s ‘School Service’ co-star Celine Juan praises Louie Ignacio
Vic Sotto is Cinemalaya 2018 awardee Kenken Nuyad’s dream co-actor
Kenken Nuyad is one of the most active child actors in the Philippines today. After working with Ai-Ai de las Alas in the 2018 Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival entry "School Service," he revealed that he also wants to work with Vic Sotto. In an exclusive interview with Conan Daily at the gala night of … Continue reading Vic Sotto is Cinemalaya 2018 awardee Kenken Nuyad’s dream co-actor
13 most beautiful ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ actresses
"Crazy Rich Asians" has a cast filled with beautiful Asian actresses. Here are 13 of them: 13. Janice Koh https://www.instagram.com/p/BmUM7vBnC9L/?taken-by=janiceymkoh 12. Awkwafina https://www.instagram.com/p/BmNImT7DbtM/?taken-by=awkwafina 11. Victoria Loke https://www.instagram.com/p/BmPHL69nVno/?taken-by=velle_ 10. Amy Cheng https://www.instagram.com/p/BmPlCJfgk0Y/?tagged=amycheng 9. Fiona Xie https://www.instagram.com/p/BmRn_xeFtcJ/?taken-by=xplacidacidx 8. Constance Lau https://www.instagram.com/p/BlFovwZgIPX/?taken-by=constancelaujm 7. Kris Aquino https://www.instagram.com/p/BmNQq4HBWtZ/?taken-by=krisaquino 6. Jing Lusi https://www.instagram.com/p/BmONUDSHXzD/?tagged=jinglusi … Continue reading 13 most beautiful ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ actresses
‘Pan de Salawal’ star Miel Espinoza earns Special Jury Prize at Cinemalaya 2018
Miel Espinoza, 7, did not win the Best Actress award at the 2018 Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival for her lead role in "Pan de Salawal." But her excellent performance in the drama comedy film did not go unnoticed. Marking Che Espiritu's directorial debut, "Pan de Salawal" was one of the 10 full-length film finalists at … Continue reading ‘Pan de Salawal’ star Miel Espinoza earns Special Jury Prize at Cinemalaya 2018
Therese Malvar makes history at Cinemalaya 2018
On August 12, 2018, Therese Malvar, 17, received the Best Supporting Actress award at the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival 2018 awards ceremony, which took place at the Cultural Center of the Philippines in Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines. The award was for her roles in "Distance" and "School Service" making her the festival's first … Continue reading Therese Malvar makes history at Cinemalaya 2018
2018 Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival winners
The awards ceremony of the 2018 Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival took place at the Cultural Center of the Philippines in Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines on August 12, 2018. Here is a list of the finalists: Short features: "Babylon" by Keith Deligero "Jodilerks dela Cruz, Employee of the Month" by Carlo Francisco Manatad "Kiko" by Jojo Driz … Continue reading 2018 Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival winners
