Going beyond the hype: How successful is ‘Trese’ the anime? That an original Filipino graphic novel has made it to Netflix is a source of pride for every Pinoy, there is no doubt—that this said graphic novel is “Trese,” which has inspired an international following since it was first...
Make the most of your 45-minute visit to the BTS store with these sweet deets BIG HIT BTS pop-up: Map of the Soul store façade Photos by the author. The shop, a dream come true to loyal PH Army (the local BTS fan base), is on the third level of the SM Megamall Fashion Hall in Mandaluyong. Last...
What are the elements that have popularized Korean drama and pop culture in the Philippines, especially during the pandemic? Refreshing content and aggressive promotions were two factors cited by the University of the Philippines Korea Research Center (KRC) in a webinar late last year. Mental...
Meet Ari Agbayani, a Fil-Am college student, the newest hero of 'The United States Of Captain American' comic series Ari Agbayani designed by Jodi Nishijima; and on 'The United States Of Captain American #4' variant cover by Peach Momoko (Photos from Marvel) Filipino Marvel comic fans will surely...
The Department of Tourism's (DOT) plan to tap South Korean superstars BTS and Hyun Bin to boost local tourism is currently trending on social media. Note that for the past months, giant companies have tapped Korean acts as brand ambassadors. In fact, one of the country's largest telecom companies...
A classic video game is making a comeback Whether you’re a dancefloor diva at the disco, a millennial, or even a Gen Z baby, you’re sure to have flexed your highest score on a game of snake. Guess what. It is back—and now you can play it on your smartphone, too! How long did you last? Back in...
Prices start at P280, so get your wallets ready! The first-ever BTS Pop-Up: Map of the Soul in the Philippines is finally opening its doors on Saturday, May 29, 2021. And to get you all ready, the Manila Bulletin Lifestyle team got to visit the pop-up store today to get all the BTS fans...
Get ready to shop to your heart’s content After months of anticipation, BTS fans and Korean music lovers can now visit the BTS Pop-Up: Map of the Soul showcase at SM Megamall in Mandaluyong as it opens its doors tomorrow, May 29, 2021. Sticky notes (Jane Kingsu Cheng) Interiors of the BTS pop-up...
BTS (top) and photos of the BTS pop-up store in Bangkok (Big Hit Music, Morning Kall) K-pop superstars BTS pop-up stores will be launched in three Asian cities, HYBE IP announced on May 24. HYBE IP, a subsidiary of HYBE Co. (formerly Big Hit Entertainment), said the three stores will be opened...
UPDATED: Can they make it? The world’s most famous K-Pop boy-group BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan) is set to release their newest single entitled “Butter” today, May 21, 2021. This is the Korean group’s second English single which is much awaited by their global audience....
A new home for your favorite local and international dramas IQiyi iQiyi (pronounced ay-chee-yì) recently announced that they would be launching a set of new titles from China, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, and the Philippines for its “Love On Campaign” starting May 20 2021. That means Filipinos...
Riddle me this: What kind of villain goes around in a leather mask? ‘The Batman” leaked promotional material (Uploaded on Reddit) In a leaked promotional calendar (in Spanish), fans of the upcoming revamped Batman film got their hunches confirmed on the new look of the classic villain the...
