Entertainment

Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen in ‘The Hunger Games’ movies  A decade after its debut, The Hunger Games franchise remains a dystopian genre pinnacle. With a compelling narrative, intricate world-building, and a spectacle of power and violence, the trilogy grossed over $2.9 billion worldwide, influencing a wave of dystopian films in …

Superstar rapper and music industry mogul Sean Combs was sued Thursday by the singer Cassie, who accused him of rape and physical abuse.  The hip-hop artist subjected the R&B singer, whose real name is Casandra Ventura, to more than a decade of coercion by physical force and drugs as well …

Nepal’s bet Jane Garrett at the Miss Universe 2023 preliminary competitions. (Screengrab from Miss Universe YouTube channel)  MANILA, Philippines — Nepal’s bet Jane Garrett drew cheers from the crowd at the Miss Universe 2023 preliminary competition earlier in El Salvador. She was a crowd favorite in the competition, breaking stereotypes …

Marking Philippines and British Friendship celebrations is a concert by young classical singer Luca Brugnoli, a 13-year-old recognized as BBC’s Best Young Male Chorister of 2022. Luca is slated to perform at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium in RCBC Plaza on November 22. Performing with Luca is Steinway & Sons …

Ben&Ben makes a surprise appearance after the curtain call of PETA’s “Walay Aray” musical in October. (Philstar.com / Earl D.C. Bracamonte)  MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) actors Gio Gahol and Marynor Madamesila performed a scene after the curtain call on the closing performance of “Walay Aray” musical. …

Here’s your chance to catch NewJeans, ZEROBASEONE, LE SSERAFIM, and the rest of your favorite Asian superstars live as the country hosts the Asia Artist Awards (AAA) 2023 for the first time ever at the Philippine Arena on Dec. 14.  One of the biggest and star-studded shows recognizing Asian artists …

(L-R) David Schwimmer, Lisa Kudrow, Mathew Perry, Courtney Cox, Jennifer Aniston, and Matt LeBlanc (AFP)  LOS ANGELES (AFP) – “Friends” stars Jennifer Aniston, David Schwimmer and Lisa Kudrow paid their own personal tributes to the late Matthew Perry on Wednesday, mourning their beloved but troubled co-star after his shock death …

Composite image of Park Seo-joon in “The Marvels” trailer and the movie’s poster (Marvel Studios)  MANILA, Philippines — Low box office returns are not stopping the cast of “The Marvels” from praising one another, especially star Brie Larson for Marvel newcomer Park Seo-joon. Since the end of the actors strike …

At a Glance With many experts in beauty competitions, both local and foreign, placing Michelle within the winning circle, Filipinos excitedly look forward to, once again, bag what is considered the most coveted beauty title “in the entire universe.” Michelle Dee (Facebook)  Filipino pageant fans are now on the edge …

Pop icon Janet Jackson is set to perform on the Manila stage again as part of the “Together Again” world tour. Concert promoter Live Nation Philippines announced Wednesday, November 15, that the pop singer will be returning to the country on March 13, 2024. The 57-year-old artist then shared excitement on her …