Manila’s stylish set celebrates the return of ‘Euphoria’

The return of “Euphoria” was nothing short of cinematic. Created by Sam Levinson and led by Emmy-winning actress Zendaya, the series continues its raw and visually arresting exploration of youth, identity, and emotional complexity. To celebrate its highly anticipated third season, HBO Max mounted an electrifying launch that blurred the lines between fiction and reality, bringing the series’ signature dreamlike aesthetic to life in Manila.

Anthony Constantino, Kylie Verzosa, Georgina Wilson, and LA Aguinaldo (Photo: HBO Max)

Held at Shooting Gallery Studios on April 17, 2026, Euphoria Nights transformed the venue into a surreal playground of light, texture, and mood. Guests stepped into immersive installations inspired by the series, from the glittering allure of the Silver Slipper to the ethereal Buried in Blooms. A standout was the reimagined convenience store set, an homage to one of the show’s most recognizable locations, only this time, stocked with distinctly Filipino snacks, grounding the fantasy in local flavor.

The night pulsed with energy as IV of Spades took the stage, performing crowd favorites like “Come Inside of My Heart,” “Kabisado,” and “Aura.” Meanwhile, beauty lovers gravitated toward interactive makeup stations, where glitter, gems, and bold pigments invited guests to channel the show’s iconic, high-impact looks.

Myrtle Sarrosa (Photo: HBO Max)

Marina Summers (Photo: HBO Max)

The event drew a stylish crowd, including Georgina Wilson, Kylie Verzosa, Myrtle Sarrosa, and Marina Summers, along with LA Aguinaldo and Anthony Constantino.

With its third season now underway, “Euphoria” proves it remains as culturally resonant as ever both on screen and beyond it. — Jessica Pag-iwayan