After a star-studded performance in ASAP XP, held on May 10, 2026, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, Kapamilyas at home will brace for a bigger, better, and louder Sunday entertainment experiences, as after more than three decades of airing at noon, ASAP XP will air on a new timeslot of 17:30, via Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, ALLTV2, A2Z, and iWant.
Starting on May 17, 2026, the star-studded debut episode of ASAP XP will feature global P-Pop girl group BINI and OPM rock legend Bamboo, as part of their much-awaited homecoming following their historic appearance in the Coachella Valley Music Festival in April.
Apart from BINI and Bamboo, Martin Nievera, Gary Valenciano, Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Erik Santos, Angeline Quinto, Robi Domingo, Darren Espanto, Maymay Entrata, Kyle Echarri, Alexa Ilacad, Kai Montinola, Carmelle Collado, AC Bonifacio, Sofronio Vasquez, Jona, Klarisse De Guzman, Jason Dy, JM dela Cerna, Marielle Montellano, Jeremy Glinoga, and Khimo Gumatay, together with MNRVS Ignite, Legit Status, and G-Force, will hype up the much-awaited opening performance, intensified with their debut of the ASAP XP theme song.
In the first part of the ASAP XP airing, consisting of four episodes, it features a high-energy mini concert from Bamboo and SPI, an outstanding number from the ASAP New-gen Divas – Alexa Ilacad, Kai Montinola, Esang de Torres, Carmelle Collado, Elha Nympha, Angeline Quinto, and Zsa Zsa Padilla (for her special birthday performance), an unforgettable loving entertainment with Kai Montinola, Kyle Echarri, JM Ibarra, Fyang Smith, Alexa Ilacad, Gelo Rivera, Francine Diaz, and Seth Fedelin, a dynamic performance with Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, Marko Rudio, JM Yosures, Khimo Gumatay, and Reiven Umali, and a Mother’s Day treat offering from Regine, Zsa Zsa, Angeline, and Kyla.
The full performance of ASAP XP, held at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, will air on ABS-CBN’s platforms on all Sundays from May 17, 2026, to June 7, 2026, at 17:30, after TV Patrol Weekend, and before Kapamilya Deal or No Deal.
Meanwhile, ASAP XP will also deliver another star-studded entertainment to Kapamilyas in Negros Occidental on June 7, 2026, at 12:00 and 19:00. The two-show event will take place at the Victorias City Coliseum, City of Victorias, Negros Occidental. The tickets for the said event are now available for purchase via SM Tickets outlets and website, as of 15:00 (originally scheduled to start at 12:00 but later rescheduled to a later time) on May 15, 2026.
The ASAP XP in Victorias City Coliseum will feature AC Bonifacio, Alexa Ilacad, Angeline Quinto, Belle Mariano, BGYO members Gelo, Mikki, and Nate, Bianca de Vera, Brent Manalo, Carmelle Collado, Darren Espanto, Donny Pangilinan, Elha Nympha, Erik Santos, Esang de Torres, Francine Diaz, G-Force, Jameson Blake, Jane de Leon, Jarren Garcia, Jason Dy, Jeremy Glinoga, JM Yosures, Jolina Magdangal, Jona, Kai Montinola, Khimo Gumatay, Klarisse de Guzman, Kolette Madelo, Lani Misalucha, Marko Rudio, Martin Nievera, Ogie Alcasid, Ralph de Leon, Reiven Umali, Seth Fedelin, Zsa Zsa Padilla, and many others.
ASAP will also deliver to Filipinos in Australia for ASAP Australia, scheduled for July 25, 2026, at the TikTok Entertainment Centre in Sydney, Australia, almost two months after their appearance in Visayas.
Entertaining with a purpose – video and audio streaming
Love Is Never Gone took over the no. 1 spot on Prime Video PH, Angela Ken, Inigo Pascual, and Oona, made their music offerings
A day after the first two episodes of ABS-CBN’s latest romance-suspense Prime Video Original series on May 8, 2026, Love Is Never Gone, headlined by Joshua Garcia and Ivana Alawi, took over the number one spot in the streaming platform’s most-watched series in the Philippines, on May 9, 2026.
The Morocco-set original series made high-octane and intense encounters when it showcased Joshua and Ivana’s combined power of action-packed chases and romantic scenes.
The chemistry between Teo (Joshua) and Yana (Ivana) made a positive impression on the subscribers of the streaming platform, particularly during their whirlwind romance as they developed from strangers to lovers, with one of the highlights being their steamy love scene.
It opens with their fateful encounter, where Yana stole Teo’s wallet, and what follows is an unlikely bond formed between the two after they learn of each other’s tragic experiences. It also takes an unexpected turn when Yana’s ties to a crime syndicate lead to Teo’s wrongful imprisonment. Years later, Teo crosses paths again with Yana – who he believed died after their police chase in Morocco – but this time under a new identity as Gem Verona, the wife of a wealthy and powerful attorney.
The series also introduced Teo’s life after his release from prison with the help of his ex-girlfriend Larejean (Jane Oineza). What follows is Teo’s desire to take revenge as dark secrets from the past begin to unfold, testing how far he and Yana are willing to fight for love amid betrayal, pain, and the consequences of their choices.
Apart from Joshua, Ivana, and Jane, Love Is Never Gone also stars Fyang Smith, JM Ibarra, Jameson Blake, Michael de Mesa, Epy Quizon, Dina Bonnevie, JC Alcantara, Rans Rifol, Kiko Matos, Argel Saycon, Heart Ramos, Alex Medina, Benj Manalo, Carlo San Juan, Ara Mina, and Irma Adlawan.
Love Is Never Gone, releasing two new episodes every Friday at midnight (Philippine Standard Time), is now streaming exclusively via Prime Video, across 240 countries and territories worldwide.
Meanwhile, for music lovers, ABS-CBN Music-Tarsier Records singer-songwriter Angela Ken releases her new EP titled Panahon, which was made to life through a busking tour around the metro. The new EP, released under the aforementioned recording entity, features new tracks, including “Kahapon”, “Panahon”, and “Simula Ngayon”, alongside previously released singles “Kulimlim”, “Pwede Bang Mamaya?”, and “Baka Bukas”, which have collectively garnered over 1.2 million streams on Spotify.
Angela Ken previously collaborated with Maki and Nhiko Sabiniano for her hit song “Sikulo”. The artist also collaborated with the OPM band Over October for their previous collaboration of “Moved on Last”, back in 2025.
Meanwhile, Inigo Pascual made his comeback to recording through his new single under ABS-CBN Star Music, titled “Ikaw at Ikaw”. Arranged and produced by Gabriel Tagadtad, his new single composition involves finding oneself coming home to a loved one who has never lost their affection. The song was also inspired by his homecoming to the Philippines following his back-and-forth return to the United States for his international career.
It feels like I’m coming back to my home. I can easily say that Star Music, they were the people that really saw the potential in me from the very beginning and they allowed me to create music, to even discover that I can be a composer. Sa kanila talaga nanggaling ang confidence ko when it comes to music, Inigo shared about his return to recording.
Jonathan Manalo, the head of creatives, content, and operations for ABS-CBN Music, shared their excitement about his return. Inigo will always be family. Hindi naman talaga siya rin umalis sa amin, he said.
His songs, his music stayed with us. S’yemre pag narinig n’yo ang ‘Dahil Sayo,’ it will always be the signature of Inigo released under Star Music, and right now it’s like a full circle moment, and alam ko he will keep releasing songs under his home label, Jonathan added.
The latest offering of Inigo is included in his forthcoming album, which will soon be released, alongside several tracks penned by the singer-songwriter. Fans of Inigo can also look forward to the release of the song’s Batangas-filmed music video, which will be released very soon on Star Music’s YouTube channel.
Furthermore, a new P-Pop Group has arrived for music fans, as Isaki, Coleen, Bella, Jaylou, and Kari have made their own stories, styles, and strengths, which gives a dynamic mix of individuality and experience. The new P-Pop Group was called Oona, which means “Be One”. The double “o” in the P-Pop Group’s name symbolizes their contrasting characters, styles, and voices, like yin and yang, different yet balanced, which creates the harmony as they move together.
Upon the launch of the new P-Pop Group, they introduced their debut single, released on all music platforms, titled DARAMA, composed and written by Oona themselves. The new single captures a surreal moment when everything just feels natural and right, which is about finding the right people, holding on through challenges, and turning dreams into reality.
Something’s “Almost” for JMFyang and other PBB Gen 11 ex-housemates…
JMFyang-led Almost Us hits PHP 23-M in first week gross sales, plus more Gen 11 updates
Just about a week after the release of the Pinoy Big Brother Gen 11 ex-housemates JM Ibarra and Fyang Smith-led Almost Us, a film directed by Dan Villegas, and produced by Regal Entertainment and Project 8 Projects, which received positive reviews on the Internet, will continue to show across more cinemas in the Philippines, on its second week.
With their continued support for RR and Janine, the respective roles of JM and Fyang of the film, it reached over PHP 23 million (USD 374,099.32) in movie gross sales in the first week alone, from May 6 to 12, 2026. The film also reached over PHP 5 million in sales on the opening day (May 6, 2026).
In a report from Team JMFyang Official and Regal Entertainment on their respective social media accounts, it was said that the tickets for Almost Us in several cinemas across SM Supermalls have sold out.
- May 6, 2026: SM City Valenzuela (Valenzuela City), SM City Fairview (Quezon City), SM Mall of Asia (Pasay City)
- May 8, 2026: SM Mall of Asia (Pasay City)
- May 9, 2026: SM Mall of Asia (Pasay City)
- May 10, 2026: SM City Grand Central (Caloocan City), SM City Bicutan (Parañaque City), SM Mall of Asia (Pasay City)
- May 11, 2026: SM City Sangandaan (Caloocan City), SM City Caloocan, SM City Grand Central (Caloocan City), SM City Bicutan (Parañaque City), SM Mall of Asia (Pasay City), SM City Cebu Center (Cebu City)
- May 12, 2026: SM City Iloilo (Iloilo)
To celebrate not only Fyang’s birthday on May 13, 2026, but also the success of their romantic-comedy film, led by the love team themselves, playing their roles of RR and Janine, Regal Entertainment and Project 8 Projects announced on their social media that the film will expand to three more cinemas.
Earlier, Regal and Project 8 announced that Almost Us would be shown in 127 cinemas. However, due to its success, with over PHP 23 million in film gross sales in the first week alone, they added three more cinemas, including SM City Rosario, SM City Consolacion, and JTC Bantay, Ilocos Sur.
Now in its second week of showing in cinemas nationwide, Almost Us continued to receive positive reviews from moviegoers and film reviewers. The all-out support that their fans showed JMFyang was evident through the JMFyang Official-led grand launch event held on May 6, 2026, which was later featured in an article from The Philippine Star under the title “Fans go all-out for JMFyang’s first solo lead film Almost Us.”
Meanwhile, ABS-CBN will offer more fun and candid conversations with the launch of its newest weekly online podcast, available for streaming on the YouTube channel and Facebook page of ABS-CBN Entertainment, Hot Takes, which features their most unfiltered standpoints on pop culture, Filipino life, and relevant issues.
The digital show is hosted by two smart and fearless women, PUSH editor-in-chief Gary Ann Lastrilla and digital head of social media for publishing Krish Ramos, who dig deeper into celebrities’ takes on industry norms with real-life experiences.
Some of the ex-housemates of PBB Gen 11, including JMFyang and Kai Montinola, have appeared in the said latest podcast, which has generated more than a million online video views. JM and Fyang shared their takes on reality shows, while singer-actress Kai shared her two cents on the love team culture in the Philippines.
Apart from JMFyang and Kai, The Alibi star Sofia Andres shared her candid take on attempts to pit women against each other, while Kapamilya star Charlie Dizon weighed in on the double standards faced by female celebrities in the showbiz industry.
Additionally, content creator Daniel Laudit, known as Mentor Daniel, expressed his sentiments on influencers voicing their opinions on issues. Other celebrities, including What Lies Beneath star Jake Cuenca, Coach Vee, JinHo Bae, and many others, will also appear in the coming episodes with their juicy and uncensored conversations.
Hot Takes releases its new episodes on Thursdays at 9:00 (Philippine Standard Time) on the ABS-CBN Entertainment YouTube and Facebook pages.
Furthermore, a first live theatrical appearance for Gwen Montano in a theater play organized by the PETA Summer Workshop 2026, under the title of “Langit, Lupa, Im-im-impyerno,” playing the role of Don Alejandro.
Gwen, as the people may know, was an ex-housemate of PBB Gen 11, known as the Brave Bromantiko of Cavite, who has experience in theatrical play, alongside being a dentist, citing that he passed the Dentists Licensure Examinations for May and June 2025.
Apart from Gwen, the theatrical play, scheduled for May 17, 2026, taking place at the PETA Theater Center, also casts Joseph Saez, Giezelle Capuz, Reizen Coronado, Billie Molito, Renz Flordeliza, Juan Fontanilla, Chie Semilla, Arvin Joshua, Yanna Dolores, Luzcille Abellon, Julie Ann, Joshua Cuerdo, Mikki Lopez, Fenichi Lozada, AJ Valdez, Ikong Villaver, Vash Napoleon, Juan Lacanienta, Andrea Rica, Angel Francisco, Ian Bellen, Aaron Vidal, and Ivy Cac.
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