In Netflix’s latest hit Korean series, All Of Us Are Dead imagines what a group of Gen Z high school students would do in the middle of a zombie apocalypse.

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If you’ve been scrolling through social media these past few days, then you may have come across one, two, or several posts about Netflix’s hit Korean drama and horror series, All Of Us Are Dead. Based on the popular webtoon by Joo Dong-geun called Now At Our School, All Of Us Are Dead follows a group of high school students in the fictional Hyosan High as they fight for their survival as the deadly virus turning people into zombies spreads across school and the city.

It’s premise made for a must-watch show, because soon after its premiere on January 28, the show topped the Netflix charts of 91 countries, including the Philippines. Additionally, according to Netflix, the YA zombie series racked up 124.79 million hours viewed within it’s first three days. For reference, Squid Game racked up 63.19 million viewed hours between Sept 13-19 while Hellbound got 43.48 million viewed hours between Nov 15-21. So yeah, it’s safe to say All Of Us Are Dead is a hit. While by no means a perfect show, the series has attracted many fans and viewers thanks to its tension-filled action, skin-crawling and bone-crunching zombie violence, timely plot, and characters (and actors) to love and love to hate.

But what also helps the show stand out is that it manly revolves around what a group of Gen Z students would do when in the middle of a zombie apocalypse. Most zombie shows and movies usually focus on the adults trying to survive. But here, it centers on high school students who can only rely only on themselves when most of the adults abandon them. All Of Us Are Dead is a coming-of-age tale that references the youth of today (both the comical and the serious), and how those intertwine with the crisis they are faced with. Here are some moments when the show depicted and channeled the Gen Z life (WARNING: MAJOR SPOILERS AHEAD).

THE JEALOUSY BETWEEN THE MAIN CHARACTERS

One of the central plot lines of the story is the relationship between Cheong-san and On-jo, as well as Nam-ra and Su-hyeok. While these get settled by the latter half of the season, in the show’s start, these relationships are in flux, particularly the love triangle between the characters. You would think when you are struggling to survive getting eaten by a zombie, you would put petty feelings of love aside. But here, you can see in the early episodes the struggle On-jo had when it came to her feelings for the both of them, especially when Su-hyeok got closer to Nam-ra. But TBH, we don’t blame her though.  

TRYING TO UNLOCK THE CELLPHONE

During the initial outbreak, as some of the students hid in the classroom, they searched the room desperate to find a cellphone. They did manage to find one, but the owner of the phone wasn’t in the room. They then saw that she got turned into a zombie and was by the window of the room. Cheong-san then takes the phone and brings it to her face with the hopes that the Face ID works. On-jo then says that you don’t need to unlock to phone to make emergency calls. It was a scene that was honestly so dumb, but hilarious at the same time. The novelty of trying to get the “zombified” owner to unlock her phone made for one of the show’s funniest moments.

THE STRESS OF GETTING INTO COLLEGE

School and studies were themes seen a few times in All Of Us Are Dead. From Nam-ra and her laser-eyed focus on school to On-jo struggling to get good grades, they represented students we most likely have met in school before. But one of the most memorable moments was senior Mi-jin and her anxieties about going to college. By the series end, Mi-jin constantly complained that she couldn’t be able to go to college because of what happened. She even wore a sign in the quarantine camp asking for reparations for senior high school students affected by the zombie outbreak. Even in the middle of a hellish situation like the ones they went through, Mi-jin still knows her priorities.

OPENING UP TO CRUSHES

Admitting your feelings to someone isn’t easy, more so during a zombie outbreak. And when you do, it can make for some awkward moments. That can be seen a few times during the show such as the heartfelt campfire scene when the main group was stuck on the roof of the building. One by one, they opened up their feelings to each other. And that was when Cheong-san let it be known that he liked On-jo as more than just a friend, which led to a bit of tension between the two. This scene was also when Dae-su admitted that he liked Wu-jin’s older sister, Ha-ri. And Wu-jin reacted in the same way many would when your best friend tells you that they like your sister. No matter what’s going on in the world, love will always be a complicated thing.

TEASING EACH OTHER

While All Of Us Are Dead has two love teams, let’s talk about the bromance between Cheong-san and Su-hyeok. We were here for their friendship and how they became the unofficial leaders of the group. That scene where they climbed down to the broadcasting room, IYKYK. And we also liked how Su-hyeok would tease Cheong-san about his feelings towards On-jo. Like any best friend, Su-hyeok would poke around how Cheong-san felt toward On-jo, which made for some lighthearted moments between the two.

DEALING WITH THE PRESSURE TO MEET EXPECTATIONS

It’s a struggle many generations, especially the Gen Z can relate to. The pressure that is put on you by your parents or other external and internal factors to do well in life and live up to certain expectations. Moments like these can do more harm than good and that can be most acutely seen with Ha-ri. As an archery prodigy, Ha-ri was expected to also do well in the sport and make it onto the national Olympic team. But it is revealed that she did not do well in the competition and therefore didn’t make the cut. She was made to feel like she was a failure even though that wasn’t true. But the series proved that she was more than dead weight thanks to her level-headed attitude and badass archery skills.

Of course, it had to be called #NianaSheesh16.

And just like that, Gen Z icon Niana Guerrero turned 16. There was definitely a lot to celebrate in the year leading up to this point, including her first ever magazine cover shoot. And the best part of this all is that she has taken her fans along for the ride, especially those who were in on the journey since she was 11 years old. Can we talk about how she’s one of the few young stars that are ✨unproblematic✨ and just vibing, living life?

Just recently, Niana gave us a glimpse of one of the many surprises her family prepared for her sweet 16th in her vlog. The theme was centered around Coachella, a yearly music and arts festival in California that eventually became a symbol of pop culture—especially for those who grew up in the Tumblr generation. Below, we zero in on all the details that caught us off guard during Niana Guerrero’s sweet 16th birthday bash.

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1. NIANA’S STUNNING BIRTHDAY SHOOT

When Niana posted her birthday shoot a few days ago, our jaws dropped because she looked completely different! Far from her street style and oversized clothes, her stylist Ica Villanueva prepared bohemian fits that looked fresh from the grounds of Coachella—including a skirt and bell sleeves! She was glammed up by Kevin Inciso and Cristine Benoman. The best part? Niana explains that the birthday shoot was actually a surprise and she was the only one clueless. Her mom just told her to bring her boots, and the next thing you know, she’s effortlessly posing and slaying all the outfits.

2. ALL THE DETAILS FROM HER COACHELLA SURPRISE PARTY

According to Niana’s mom, even the birthday party was a surprise that had to be kept under wraps! The Coachella theme was a visual feast and Ginger Event Styling got everything right. From the VIP ticket invite, the teepees, and her dreamcatcher cake, they went above and beyond for a simple get together and absolutely brought the spirit of California to Niana’s 16th birthday party.

3. NIANA’S SOLD OUT SHOW

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We already knew that Niana’s an all around dancer, as proven by her 14 million subscribers on YouTube and hitting 29.6 milly on TikTok. But for her Coachella party, she did a different performance. This time, she surprised us all by playing the guitar with a live band. Go little rockstar.

4. ALL HER OUTFITS THAT NIGHT

We still can’t move on from the the white tulle dress that Niana Guerrero wore the moment she stepped into the party. Stylist Ica Villanueva added some details like a silver chain belt and layered necklaces that stayed true to Niana’s style. Her fringe jacket though, was the most memorable. A real standout, the suede jacket was fully embellished by designer Thian Rodriguez and made Niana’s movements even more dynamic. Her last outfit showed her chill side, with a baggy sweater and sequinned bell bottoms.

BONUS: NATALIA’S BOHO LOOK

Fresh from her acting role in Zack Tabudlo’s Give Me Your Forever MV, Natalia Guerrero had the flyest fit of the night at her Ate’s 16th. She wore a pink fuzzy coat, denim vest, suede skirt, which was accessorized with colorful beads and a flower crown. Adorbs.

You can watch part 1 of Niana’s birthday vlog below:

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In another sana all moment from Niana Guerrero, the social media superstar has a new viral trend that even TXT can’t get enough of.

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Dance prodigy and young social media icon, Niana Guerrero has been doing it all and then some. Since she was 11 years old, Niana’s dance trends and challenges have usually gone viral, as in the global kind. After all, there’s a reason why she’s the most followed creator on TikTok from the Philippines with over 29.6 million followers and counting. Not only has Niana joined on the latest dance trends to remarkable success, but she also has started some of her own, which have gone on to achieve global attention. That command of her audience and reach was on recent display when even 4^th gen K-pop boy group TXT caught wind of Niana’s latest viral dance challenge.

BABY GIVE IT UP

@nianaguerrero you know the vibes ? ( dc: me ) #onewithnatalia #fyp ♬ Give It Up – Niana Guerrero

Even though the year has just started, Niana already got herself a viral dance trend. On January 16, she posted a TikTok of her and her younger sister Natalia doing an original dance to Give It Up by KC & The Sunshine Band. The fun and lighthearted nature of the song combined with the relatively easy and simple dance steps made for a trend that was ripe for virality. And sure enough, it did. As of this writing, Niana’s sound has been used over 140,00 thousand times and counting and has seen both regular users and celebs groove out to the song. In fact, it became so popular that even TXT had to join in on the trend.

TXT KNOWS THE VIBES

@txt.bighitent #brothervibes (dc : @nianaguerrero ♬ Give It Up – Niana Guerrero

Posted on January 28, the video featured Yeonjun and Hueningkai doing the dance. It made for a particularly wholesome and brotherly moment with the youngest and eldest of the group doing the dance. The fact that they posted this the day after Niana’s 16^th birthday was the sweet icing on the cake. And the best part about it was that they even tagged and gave credit Niana in the caption, something you don’t always see in these kinds of videos. Given how TXT has been posting A-tier content on their TikTok page in the past few months, we weren’t 100% shocked to see them hop on a Niana Guerrero dance trend. But we love to see it regardless. And if you’re wondering, yes, Niana did see the video and she had the best reaction to it.

This isn’t the first time Niana Guerrero has been recognized by some of the biggest K-pop stars in the world, far from it. Some idols have even done her dance choreos such as ENHYPEN’s Jay and Sunghoon. We would say we are surprised by all of this, but it’s Niana Guerrero we’re talking about, so what else can you expect when you’re talent is on an international level. Here’s to more international stars doing Niana’s dance challenges. BTS, baka naman?

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Marking an important milestone in its storied legacy, MEGA magazine is making things count on its 30th anniversary with important conversations and even more significant stars to lead the charge.

Once a major milestone rolls around, the knee-jerk intention is to go big, that’s just par for the course. Whatever the context may be, one has to make it count, because these things are like lightning in a bottle—you never know when something of the same thrilling magnitude will happen again. No one knows this more than MEGA magazine, the pioneering force in Philippine publication in the fashion and lifestyle front. Chalking up a significant hallmark in its history, it is set to embark on a month-long celebration to fete its 30^th anniversary.

Always looking to a horizon of possibilities, MEGA has come a long way from its humble beginnings in 1992 with its founder and industry trailblazer, the late Sari V. Yap. Weathering storms, claiming victories, and pushing the narrative forward, the media brand has navigated changes and adapted the business, as well as of its stories to serve the audience it has committed to three decades ago. Over the course of its ever-dynamic evolution, MEGA has gone through many rebirths, and for its 30^th anniversary, the Philippines’ best fashion magazine confronts “the cycle of life, reinvention, the chance to start over, and the revitalization of the world we live in” in a special print and digital issue.

30 years strong, and with so much more up their billowing sleeves, MEGA is inducting this moment into the halls of its heritage by continuing to elevate local talents and challenge the status quo, and most importantly, bringing together the past, present, and future.

Going On 30

Manifesting this point-of-view is a definitive assemblage of stars across that is encompassing of MEGA’s legacy. From the youngest ever cover personality, one of the most influential and highly-acclaimed stars of her generation, and one of most legendary actresses in Filipino cinema and television, these strong females stand to be the brave forces embodying the next chapters of the MEGA story.

More than just fronting the magazine’s 30^th anniversary issue, these yet-to-be-revealed cover stars are set to represent causes that the media brand will push for. Through this milestone, MEGA is encouraging is readers that together, “we all can heed, help, and heal as one nation,” it writes in a statement. So, accordingly, 100% of print sales will be donated to the victims of Typhoon Odette.

Cutting across a cause to heal (putting health and well-being at the forefront, especially amid the pandemic), a cause to help (take part in the restoration, rehabilitation, and rebuilding of communities affected by the devastation of typhoons and calamities), and a cause to heed (steering the nation towards the responsibility of a better tomorrow for the benefit of the next generation), this effort underscores the necessary dialogues we should all be taking part of. And what better way to champion this than by striking these conversations just in time for the big 3-0, right? Now that’s how you make things count.

The official cover releases will be revealed on February 4 on MEGA Magazine’s social media accounts and website.