After a years-long hiatus, Pinoy Big Brother is set to launch a new season this July. With that, thousands of hopefuls are looking to become part of the next batch of housemates with the start of auditions for the new season. The popular reality show’s return means a new cast of colorful characters to get to know and maybe even stan by the end of the year.
But as fun as it is to watch the show, experiencing it isn’t as easy as it looks, something many netizens have been pointing out recently with a viral trend on TikTok as they share the relatable af reasons why they’d be eliminated first from the house. Maybe being a housemate is not for everyone. In honor of PBB’s return to the airwaves with season 11, check out some of the early eviction reasons that will have you feeling seen and heard.
While everyone is busy with the weekly task, we’re busy filming our GRWM video and finding a potential love team partner. You need to look good for the camera, after all.
If our housemates are going to nominate us for eviction because we aren’t afraid to call out that one misogynist and judgmental housemate, then so be it.
It’s not every day that you get to interact with your faves, especially when your fave is Beyonce. Given her icon-level status, Queen B isn’t one you just so happen to cross paths with at your local grocery store. So, when you manage to get her attention for the right reasons, it’s like winning the lottery. That’s something these Filipinos can proudly share with how Beyonce knows who they are. While a Beyonce concert in the Philippines seems out of the cards (for now), it gives us hope that Bey has given flowers to a few Pinoys, literally and figuratively. Scroll down for a list of Filipinos who can include “noticed by Beyonce” in their CVs.
TWO-YEAR-OLD TYLER GETTING FLOWERS FROM HIS BESTIE BEYONCE
This two-year-old might be the luckiest kid in the world. Tyler, the son of radio host Bea Fabregas and content creator Nikko Ramos, made waves online when a video of him referring to Beyonce as his “friend” went viral on social media. Well, his “friend” saw the video and reached out to his family to send him a gift. As shared by Bea Fabregas on Instagram, Beyonce sent Tyler a bouquet of blue flowers, a stuffed animal, and a message that included the lines “To my friend Tyler,” and “I see your halo, Tyler.” Tyler is about to become the most popular kid in his school.
MAMA LULU BEING FEATURED IN THE BREAK MY SOUL VIDEO
Mama Lulu and her son Oliver (@otakoyakisoba) make for a hilarious duo on TikTok. Even Beyonce had to stan. When the musician dropped a lyric video to Break My Soul, she included Mama Lulu in a prominent role, the opening scene. The video starts with a viral TikTok video Oliver posted of him telling his mom that he doesn’t like Break My Soul, to which Mama Lulu replied, “Get out of here before I break your soul.” When Beyonce says you’re the visual, she is referring to Mama Lulu.
GAB VALENCIANO COLLABORATING WITH BEYONCE ON HER 7/11 MUSIC VIDEO
Beyonce has inspired countless artists over the years. But imagine YOU being the one to inspire Beycone? That’s the case for Gab Valenciano, whose Super Selfie videos inspired Beyonce when she was conceptualizing her 7/11 music video. Not only did Queen B watch his videos, but she also had her team reach out to him for a brainstorming session. If that wasn’t enough, Gab, along with Beyonce and Chris Grant, received a nomination for Best Choreography at the 2015 MTV VMAs. Talent inspiring talent.
BEYONCE TAPPING BRETMAN ROCK TO BE AN AMBASSADOR FOR CECRED
Bretman Rock is known for many things, and that includes his fabulous hair that’s more than just a style statement. It’s no wonder Beyonce tapped the content creator to be one of the faces of her haircare line, Cécred. Naturally, when he met Beyonce during the brand’s launch, it was a dream come true moment. “Growing out my hair has been such a sacred journey personally because I started growing it out when my dad passed because he was always a man with long hair… and two years later my hair is a model yuh! Love you,” he wrote on Instagram. This visual of Bey and Bretman together is next level.
We wonder what it’s like to get a call from Beyonce’s team asking you to dress one of the most famous people in the world. It can be daunting, for sure. But a handful of Filipinos rose to the challenge to make stunning original looks for the queen. Among the many serves Bey has served over the years are outfits from Filipino designers Furne One (Mrs. Carter Tour and 2015 Grammys performance), Chris Habana (headpiece for her Dubai performance), and Ryan Pacioles (Dubai performance and Renaissance Tour).
“Hey, hey Dein,” three words that changed this Filipino member of the BeyHive forever. Dein truly lived the Y/N life when he attended the RENAISSANCE TOUR last July. How so? First, Beyonce noticed his sign and said his name while she was performing Love On Top. Next, he met her mom, Tina Knowles. Finally, Dein and his killer looks were featured three times on Beyonce’s official website. That’s the dream right there.
Believe it or not, the last full week of April is now over and we’re down to the last few days of the month. Consider this your sign that you survived, and even thrived this April. So, why not celebrate by listening to some new music from all four corners of the world? And given that it is the last weekend of the month, artists came out with a bevy of new releases, some of which we collated below. Check out these new tracks that you may want to add to your playlist ASAP.
SPOT! – ZICO AND JENNIE
The beat, vocals, and production, this is an insane collab that delivered on the hype.
FEELING LUCKY – BIBI AND JACKSON WANG
BIBI’s captivating vocals and Jackson’s dynamic presence make for a steamy and sultry pop duet.
BUBBLE GUM – NEWJEANS
At this point, NewJeans is allergic to not serving.
MUNCHIES – ILLEST MORENA
Clearly, Illest Morena was hungry and she ate this R&B slow jam.
MINAHALAGAD – BECAUSE AND HEV ABI
With these two rap stars on the track, this slow-burner is an ear-tweaking and infectious rap track heavy on groove and sonic charisma.
BORED – LAUFEY
Laufey’s storytelling skills shine once more in this relatable track on being bored with a self-centered lover.
GOOD ENOUGH – CRWN AND JASON DHAKAL
crwn’s dance-centric production intertwines with Jason Dhakal’s introspective exploration of self-doubt for a song that has us bopping while being moody fr.
POTENTIAL – LAUV
With heartfelt lyrics that capture the uncertainty of a budding romance, Lauv invites listeners to share the feelings of anticipation and excitement in something special.
FREAK – YUQI
YUQI cleared with this English single on being down bad for the freaky girls. Bonus points for a music video that’s a joy for any horror fan.
AHI – ANITTA AND SAM SMITH
This is so island girl late night during the after-party coded.
SWEAT – ZEROBASEONE
ZB1 was so real for naming their new song SWEAT when we’ve all been sweating from this summer heat. This is going straight to our Summer 2024 playlist.
1:59 – NORMANI AND GUNNA
Bestie, wake up. We have new Normani music that sounds like quintessential Normani.
LITTLE LIGHT – DOYOUNG
For his solo debut, Doyoung gives us an inspirational banger on finding your light.
SWEET RELEASE – KIANA V
This beat though. It’s giving main character at the club energy.
TATLONG BUWAN – SPONGE COLA
Like you, Sponge Cola has also been obsessed with Queen of Tears lately. It even inspired them to make a track based on the K-drama’s story as the song explores a couple’s journey toward healing and reconnection.
SABIHIN – ZEPHANIE
Zephanie’s cover of Sabihin by Zelle is giving us goosebumps. The vocals are vocaling.
ISA DALAWA TATLO – PRESS HIT PLAY
It will take you less than the count of three to get into this groovy bop.
DON’T LOSE SIGHT OF YOUR HEART – BENJ PANGILINAN
We wouldn’t be surprised at all if this gets included in the OST for a rom-com, specifically during the scene where the main character realizes that he does love her.
NEW BEGINNINGS – HILLARI
HILLARI gets real on her new track based on her reflections and experiences around the transition from student life to a hectic life as an artist.
You might remember him as the scene-stealer from PBB7, and boy, has he kept us entertained ever since. Now, as the book boyfriend come to life from the series ‘Rain in España’ as Kalix Martinez and the charming other half of MarVen, let’s meet Marco Gallo, who’s here to dish out some insider insights from the world of show business.
Fresh off his photoshoot with NYLON Manila in partnership with YOU Beauty, get to know more of the 23-year-old Filipino-Italian actor in this a candid chat about career twists, love teams, and what lies ahead.
After your role as Kalix Martinez in the romcom series ‘Rain in España’, is there a specific genre that you would like to work on, and why?
Definitely drama. I always said I’m not a dramatic person, but based on my experiences and what my friends told me, apparently, that’s who I am. I think it goes back to my Italian heritage; we’re known to be passionate. Then again, this is something I’d love to portray more, mainly because I want people to know they’re not alone in whatever they’re going through in life. For me, this is what acting is all about—creating something that audiences can relate to.
As an actor, what’s your approach to building a character? Is there a creative process or flow that you follow?
When it comes to building a character, I follow a method that involves reading the script multiple times. There are scenes where I might not initially understand why my character would say or do something. So, I read and discuss it with the writers until I fully grasp the motivations behind my character’s actions and dialogue. Given the back and forth involved and the need to immerse yourself in your character’s past, even when it’s not always shown on screen, Heaven really helped me work through that process. I found myself slipping into the character’s mindset almost without realizing it.
Looking back at the beginning of your career, what were some of the challenges you faced, and how did you work through them?
I think trying to fit into a world I didn’t think I belonged to was definitely a tough journey. You’re thrown into this industry that’s bigger than what you are at fifteen. With that, you come to realize the struggles of being an adult and meeting all of these people that you can and can’t trust. There’s just one way to learn, and it’s to go through it.
What are your thoughts on the changes in the television industry since you started acting and how has that shaped your career choice?
I never really thought about becoming an actor; my dream was to become a flight attendant. So, I began studying languages back in Italy. Then PBB happened. With one contract after another, I was initially blinded by the money. However, when the pandemic hit, it struck me hard. I felt like I wasn’t committed to my work. It was a wake-up call. I realized that if I failed in this business, I wouldn’t want to come home without knowing that I gave it my all. So, as soon as I returned to work, I delved deeper into acting, and I simply started to fall in love with it.
Given everything that’s going on, how do you manage to balance your personal life with the demands of your career?
It’s a bit of a challenge, you know? In this industry, we typically work for two straight months, sometimes followed by just a week or a month’s break. But here’s the thing—it’s not always easy to detach from the character you’ve been living as on set. It tends to stick with you, even during those short breaks. So, when it comes to balancing work and life, it’s definitely an area I’m constantly working on as an actor. In the meantime though, biking and traveling are things that help me detach whenever necessary.
If there’s one misconception or myth about acting careers that you would like to debunk, what would that be?
I think there’s a common misconception among people about how easy it is to make money in this business, but they don’t realize the toll it takes on you mentally. For instance, when you have to tackle difficult scenes, you often find yourself revisiting past pains. Before you know it, you’re coming home emotionally and mentally drained.
How do you handle feedback from the public and from people you know personally?
I’m not going to lie, the first years were tough because I was just a regular kid from Italy. Like anyone else, I cared about what people said, and to this day, it still affects me. However, as long as I learn from it and strive to become better every day without hurting anyone, I simply tell myself, ‘You chose to be a public figure—deal with it.’
Can you share a moment or a role that you feel was a turning point in your acting career?
The recent role that stands out for me is Kalix from ‘The Rain in España.’ I’ve always struggled with being typecast into comedic roles, even though I know I should be portraying a variety of characters. However, Kalix was different. He felt so close to me in real life. While I may not be as quiet as he is—I can start conversations easily—I connected with his observant nature and subtle nuances. It’s funny how they say a role can become a part of you. I feel like I did become a bit like Kalix—a person who pursues what he wants and loves passionately, much like his relationship with Luna.”
Speaking of which, the MarVen ship has really set sail with fans! Are there any exciting projects in the pipeline for you and Heaven Peralejo?
We have a couple lined up, but the others are not confirmed yet. At the moment, we’re only shooting one project, and I know the fans have already caught wind of it. So, if there’s something I could talk to you about, it’s that this project is one of the biggest things I’ve been a part of. I’m excited for everyone, especially the fans, to see it because it’s so relatable and realistic.
Editor’s Note: Marco is referring to his new movie with Heaven Peralejo, MEN ARE FROM QC, WOMEN ARE FROM ALABANG. But at the time the interview was conducted, Marco was not allowed to reveal details of the film.
Ah, high school. There’s no experience quite like it. After some time passes, we look back on our teen years with a mixture of embarrassment, amusement, and perhaps even a hint of fondness. What a simpler time.
Plenty of TikTok creators riff on the high school experience in their content, but one creator is known for capturing it in a distinct way through dedicated, high-effort executions. Esnyr Ranollo, or esnyrrr on his socials, grew to become one of the most popular content creators over the past couple of years. His high school skits, featuring a roster of distinct characters based on people in the high school setting, has earned him millions of views, likes, and followers over on TikTok.
The way he’s able to reenact core high school experiences in an engaging and relatable way—by himself, no less—shows his creativity and commitment to entertaining his audience. Recently, Esnyr took that to the next level on his most ambitious project yet: HAYSKUL CRUSH MOMENTS. The 12-minute YouTube skit is set in an actual school, was done with a cast and crew, and features a handful of storylines all about those core high school crush moments that we’re all too familiar with.
Esnyr’s HAYSKUL CRUSH MOMENTS has now reached over three million views in just four days, and we caught up with the content creator regarding the big production, his growth as a creator and artist, and telling stories that resonate. Read on for what he had to say below.
UNIVERSAL EXPERIENCES
Featuring Esnyr himself in about a dozen roles (yes, we counted), the start of a potential new love team to root for with the introduction of main love interest DLSU-Dasmariñas student Shan Vesagas, and several cast members to fill the school halls, HAYSKUL CRUSH MOMENTS is a compilation of classic, cheesy, or even cringy high school romance tropes and moments.
In true Esnyr form, he plays each role so well that you almost can’t believe they’re all played by the same person. From rowdy basketball varsity guys to quiet, judgmental loners, he hits the nail on the head of several student archetypes. Each line, action, or microexpression between the pairs or couples shifts each of his characters further and further away from each other—a testament to the characterization and portrayal of each persona.
The character of Precious and her “love story” with newbie Shan takes a front seat in this video, and Esnyr admits he’s got a bit more love for her than other characters. “She just reminds me of mga kaklase ko na dating kinikilig sa classroom,” he shares. He knows that plenty of audiences relate to the desperation and cringe-worthy but amusing antics of Precious—he does, too. “Medyo nakarelate din ako sakanya kasi gano’n din naman ako sa high school, lalo na yung mga nagpapatulak sa canteen o kaya may crush sa kaklase.”
Every embarrassing moment, whether those you’ve witnessed in real life or through a screen (or done yourself, don’t lie!), is presented in an engaging way. From the classroom teasing and banter to the foundation day wedding booth shenanigans, making excuses to see your crush in the other room to the games of Truth or Dare that felt like the most thrilling or terrifying moments of your life, Esnyr’s crush moments are almost universal experiences. And you can’t help but watch as you relive your own. It’s as enrapturing as any blockbuster rom-com.
Beyond the giggles, Esnyr thinks that the reason his content sees so much success is because personal experiences are often so relatable. You’re not the only one to make a fool of yourself in front of a crush or suffered through a pop quiz.
“So thats why yung characters na ginagawa ko, inspired sila sa stories ng ibang tao rin,” he says. “Hindi lang ako, syempre. Kumbaga may times na inaask ko yung friends ko or yung family ko kung ano ba yung mga naging experiences nila nung highschool and yun yung ginagawa kong inspiration or hugot.”
The creator had shared before that he’s amazed at just how many people relate to his content. And he still is. “Up until now, iba parin yung fulfillment & excitement every time nababasa ko yung mga reactions nila na nakakarelate sila,” Esnyr muses. “Na-aamaze po ako na as generations passed by, we [still] share the same experience as students. Sobrang saya po na nareremind tayong lahat about our highschool life.”
Nostalgia is powerful, able to make us long for different, simpler times—no matter how immature we were back then. Those experiences shaped us, and remembering them reminds us of the good times and all the craziness of growing up.
GOING BIGGER
From minute-long, green-screened, and portrait-mode skits on TikTok to a full HD production on YouTube, Esnyr has stepped up his game. Aside from his friends and family’s constant encouraging and support, he wanted to give his audience a “refresh,” and bring something new to the table. It was time for him to give his viewers an upgraded and extended version of his content with a more realistic set-up.
“Naisip ko din kasi na, since I have the resources naman na—which is because of the people’s support—deserve naman nila mabigyan ng high quality school content in return,” he continues. “Above all, gusto ko rin magpasaya ng mas maraming tao and makapagbigay-aliw at nostalgia hindi lamang sa isang platform kundi sa YouTube na din.”
It wasn’t smooth sailing from the beginning, though. “Nahirapan po talaga akong simulan kung paano siya gawin,” Esnyr remarked. But thanks to the crew he handpicked to work with him, including Jester Demata, Alec Quizon, Ruby Ann Murillo, Jefferd Ubera, and Jonas Aubrey, they were able to find what was needed to make his concepts a reality. “Everything started from scratch talaga and grateful ako na willing po sila to do this [project].”
From starting out not even having any acting experience, to finding his niche, to working on Shake, Rattle, & Roll Extreme (2023), Esnyr’s grown from being a small TikTok creator on his own to becoming a creative force in his generation. And HAYSKUL CRUSH MOMENTS is clearly just the beginning.
Images from @esnyrrr on Instagram. Screencaps from HAYSKUL CRUSH MOMENTS.
The thing about crossovers is that the best ones are those that we least expect. Aside from the wish fulfillment we get from these moments, we’re also reminded that the world really isn’t that big after all. And that moment came when the queen of Genovia, Anne Hathaway, and the prince of England, Nicholas Galitzine, met Miss Universe 2018, Catriona Gray.
CATRIONA “INTERVIEWER” GRAY
ICYDK, Anne and Nicholas are currently busy promoting their new movie, The Idea Of You. The film, which is adapted from the novel of the same name by Robinne Lee and reported to have roots in Harry Styles fanfiction, follows Solène (Hathaway), a 40-year-old single mom who begins an unexpected romance with 24-year-old Hayes Campbell (Galitzine), the lead singer of August Moon, the hottest boy band on the planet. And in their flurry of press interviews, one of those was a virtual chat with Catriona Gray.
Whoever at Prime Video thought of this idea needs a raise. Not only are we loving this Catriona, Anne, and Nicholas interaction, but Cat is also a skilled speaker, a trait that came in handy during the interview. While Catriona only had five minutes to do the interview, she made the most of it with interesting questions that went beyond the typical press interview.
“How do you feel that your character or the film itself speak to women who may have felt this way or resonate with those types of feelings,” asked Catriona to Anne on the source material’s message on older women wanting to be seen, to which the Oscar-winning actress responded, “I think Robinne [Lee] tapped into something very real that’s not fair and it’s sort of shameful in its truth and the best way to get rid of it is to change it by making something that lives in defiance of it. And then once it’s living, it’s undeniable and hopefully brings people joy.”
Nicholas, meanwhile, was asked about emphasizing his character’s off-stage persona rather than on-stage, to which he answered, “He’s looking for that connection, maybe not consciously, but when he finds Solène, it nourishes him and imbues him with this energy that I think he’d been missing a lot of his life.” With these thought-out questions, it’s no wonder the two actors complimented and acknowledged Catriona’s inquiries. Imagine being praised by the Anne Hathaway? That’s Catriona Gray for you. You could tell they were connecting with what Catriona was asking them. We need Prime Video to bring these three in the same room ASAP and maybe a project, too. A Catriona cameo in The Princess Diaries 3 is all we ask.
Is this the start of Catriona’s Hollywood correspondent era? We hope so. She brings a breath of fresh air to press tours. Also, if this has gotten you excited to watch The Idea Of You, you can catch it on Prime Video beginning May 2.
BANG YEDAM has worked with quite a handful of artists over the years. But his most recent one is arguably his coolest to date. Last April 2, the solo artist got the K-pop world talking when he dropped his new song, Officially Cool, with aespa’s WINTER. The two artists combine their impeccable vocal abilities for an easy-to-listen tune that you’ll have on replay for a while. The song reminds us that there indeed is a rainbow at the end of the storm as the post-breakup bop talks about a couple who is no more yet come to terms with where they are and sustain an officially cool relationship as friends.
It’s an energy YEDAM and WINTER brought to the number, and YEDAM has nothing but praise for his collaborator. “Her abilities are perfect and I definitely think she really fits the vibe of this track,” YEDAM gushes to NYLON Manila. And while YEDAM does admit their first moments on the set of the music video were awkward, he and WINTER were able to find that easygoing chemistry as the shoot went on. “We found ourselves chatting away as we filmed so the atmosphere at the shoot became lighter.”
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It’s yet another meal from YEDAM to his listeners, especially his Filipino fans who are just a few weeks away from seeing YEDAM in person when he travels to the country for his first fan meeting in Manila on June 1. And yes, as early as now, he already has his eyes set on doing the pilgrimage many idols have done whenever they come to the Philippines. “It’s my first time going [to the Philippines] and what I do whenever I visit a place for the first time, I always try local foods or experience really delicious cuisines,” he explains. “I heard about the hamburger place, Jollibee. I would like to go there and enjoy their food.”
Get to know more about Officially Cool, YEDAM’s time working with WINTER, and more in our interview with the multi-hyphenate performer below.
If you are to describe the track, ‘Officially Cool’, in one word, what is it?
I think I would describe Officially Cool as “tingly”.
How was it working with (Aespa’s) Winter? How did you think that she’s the perfect fit for the track?
First of all, her abilities are perfect and I definitely think she really fits the vibe of this track. She is the best!
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Did you feel any pressure while doing this collaboration? As it is a project with a big star, did you have any worries or such?
It was really, really, quite burdensome than I thought since she is really a huge star. Also, it was a chance to show our vocal chemistry. I thought that was very important. But I think a good synergy came out of it so I’m proud of it.
Are there any points you have learned from this collaboration?
The track has very high notes and originally I had this fear and pressure to hit high notes. But when I tried it, I was able to hit them. So in the future songs that I will be making, I can now express myself in a wider vocal range and that makes me proud of myself.
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Are there any fun episodes during the music video shoot with (Aespa’s) Winter?
It was really awkward during the first few hours. But as time passed, as we’re also humans, we found ourselves chatting away as we filmed so the atmosphere at the shoot became lighter. I also prepared a gift for her. She said she really liked it so I was touched.
These days, TikTok challenges are a thing to promote songs, have you thought of making or is there already one for ‘Officially Cool’?
Since this track is a duet, I think couples or friends can use it in certain situations where the song fits and vibe to it – please make and do the challenge for me. I think it would be fun!! I think the 2nd verse is the perfect part for it. There’s a part that goes, ‘block (hold up), pause (what?)’, I think if the couples make it fit that part. I think it would be fun!
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You’ve collaborated with big names such as Winter, B.I, and Big Naughty; are there any artists you would like to collaborate with in the future?
Collaborating with hip-hop and R&B artists? I’ve thought about that lots of times. I think it would also be interesting to try with artists who have very distinct colors but do different genres than me. I think that would result in unique sounds so I am looking forward (to trying those).
You are an all-rounder – writing, composing, vocals, etc.; you participate in a lot but is there a field that you would like to try and explore deeper?
I like watching movies and playing (video) games. I also like watching sports. I don’t think I’ve thought about going deeper in just one area; I do everything little by little, I feel like I just watch everything closely. But I do think I might fall for something this time around. I bet baseball has a high probability! I find baseball to be fun these days.
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You are about to meet your fans in the Philippines this June, how do you feel about that? Do you have anything that you would like to do there, like a bucket list or something?
I really wanted to meet the fans in the Philippines. It’s my first time going there and what I do whenever I visit a place for the first time, I always try local foods or experience really delicious cuisines. I heard about the hamburger place, Jollibee. I would like to go there and enjoy their food.
What message do you have for your Filipino fans?
To the Philippine BY:Ds, I know you’ve waited for a long time but I’ll be seeing you soon so please look forward to it and please do support me. I love you!
“The Nation’s Girl Group” BINI and “The Female Alphas” G22 showed everyone how it’s done as they participated in Chinese idol survival show Show It All. As part of an international “exchange program,” the two P-pop girl groups took the stage on the third episode of the show to showcase their talents and skills to a group of idol trainees hoping to make their own marks on the industry.
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Show It All, helmed by solo artist and EXO member Lay Zhang as their mentor, is a training, showcase, and cross-cultural experience that seeks to form a new girl group to take the world by storm. Just from the intro, when the two groups’ music and performances were presented to the trainees, they already looked impressed—if a little intimidated—at the skills shown by BINI and G22. Once the groups took the stage, they took inspiring to a whole new level as BINI performed I Feel Good as an introduction and Karera as their main stage performance, and G22 slayed with their own performances of Babalik and BANG!.
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Their participation looks to continue in next week’s episode, where the girl groups will perform Pantropikoand Boomerang. In the meantime, check below for a quick rundown of the gag-worthy highlights of their Show It All appearance.
THE COMPLETE PACKAGE
BINI and G22 may not be trainees themselves, but they, too, had a mission. The girl groups came to Show It All clearly on a quest to show off how skilled they are as singers and performers, and they totally accomplished it. With their vocal and dance skills, stage presence, as well as the clear concept and messages they represent, each girl group taught the trainees what it means to be the total girl group package.
Just from showing who they are as artists, BINI and G22 inspired and imparted some wisdom to the trainees, showing them that it’s possible to make it in the world of music and performance—and at such young ages and pretty early on in their careers, too.
FILIPINO THROAT CHAKRAS
you did soooo great @jasminehenryy HUHUHU medyo natakot mo lang yata yung traineesjfjdksks
Early on in the episode, the Chinese trainees admitted that they had to work on their vocals as they cultivated their talents as aspiring idols. BINI and G22’s participation offered a standard to them, as they belted their hearts out and fully embodied “Filipino throat chakra,” to the amazement of the trainees. Those mics were on.
With sky-high notes, stability while performing, and complementing harmonies and layers, the two girl groups put on vocal performances like their lives depended on it. Lay himself expressed his amazement at their skill, commenting “It’s amazing…the vocal is amazing.”
STRIKING STAGECRAFT
Speaking of being the total package—every aspect of a performance has to be well-thought out, from outfits to backgrounds. Visual aesthetic and makes for a more cohesive and impactful moment, and it doesn’t always have to be a huge production, as proven by the silhouettes behind G22 during their ballad Babalik. It just has to convey the messages you want. BINI and G22, with their striking outfits, choreography, and set designs, knows this, and proved why they deserved to take on that stage.
PERSONALITY TO BOOT
Bini introduction (english talk) + Bini tidy queens (before karera performance!)
Offstage, the girls made their fans proud, too, as everyone from the trainees to the international community got to learn how kind and dedicated their idols were. BINI were caught cleaning up the area where they stayed while filming the show, and G22 Producer Jeff Vadillo also talked about how much G22 loved each other and their fans, which is important if a group wants to last.
NO BOUNDARIES
A part of Karera's choreo is sign language to connect to everyone including deaf community.
Beyond just performing, BINI, G22, and their producers talked a little bit about the formation and meaning behind the respective girl groups. As BINI producer Laurenti Dyogi talks about how they incorporated sign language into the Karera choreo, Lay puts it succinctly: they use their music as a bridge—to connect with people across countries with no boundaries, and no limits. BINI and G22’s participation in Show It All represents exactly that—how music and performance transcends barriers and brings people together. Colet even taught the audience a bit of the sign language choreo from the performance!
Of course, BINI and G22 wouldn’t be BINI and G22 without the signature Pinoy humor. During their appearance, the girl groups elicited laughs from the audience just with their amusing antics, like BINI Maloi’s introduction with a plate and G22 AJ’s impossibly high note.
BINI member Colet, a longtime fan of EXO and Lay himself, posted excitedly on X the day they filmed the show. “PANALO AKO TODAY,” she wrote. No one knew for sure why she was thrilled at the time, but now that the EXO-L herself shared the stage with her idol (and has liked posts talking about her win as a fan), there is no doubt. We just know she was internally screaming as she interacted with the idol and host, and it’s a wonderful representation of how far she, BINI, and G22 have come.
📢Good news for all Blooms!! BINI was invited to "DNA Fest" hosted by Ray!!!!!🙌🏻🎉
Lay called Mr. Dyogi immediately after seeing the performance of "Karera". The two exchanged contact information and were invited to "DNA Fest" hosted by Lay!#BINI#ShowItAll#百分百出品pic.twitter.com/Zaqc0Lwnyk
Lay was even so impressed with BINI that he got in contact with Dyogi immediately after and extended an invite to have them at DNA Music Festival!
From being young girls who aspire to be like their idols, to becoming young women sharing the stage with their idols (who are cheeringthem on for once) and inspiring a new set of dreamers, BINI and G22’s newest milestone is a rousing testament to how dreams come true.
If you want to follow along with BINI and G22’s participation on Show It All, or rewatch this episode of the show, just head on over to MangoTV.
We’re no mind readers, but we have a feeling you’ve been thinking about wanting a break from everything that has been happening lately. And if a needed vacation is on your agenda, this beachfront Airbnb in Batangas is calling your name. Say goodbye to the stress of daily life and hello to your tranquil slice of paradise at Kaimana. Here are a few things you can expect in this vacation home away from home.
HELLO BEACH HOUSE
Kaimana is a beachfront vacation rental that’s a three-hour drive from Metro Manila. Located in San Diego Beach, Lian, Batangas, the property is situated in a quiet beach community, meaning you’re far away from all the hustle and bustle of city life. The rental is split into two different guest houses, Kaimana Loft and Kaimana Villa, which are right beside each other. You can rent just one property, but if you really want the whole place to yourselves, you can rent both the Loft and Villa.
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Regardless of where you stay though, you’ll be in the perfect spot to take in the views, waves, breeze, and sunset, as the beach is just steps away from Kaimana, which also has its own private beach/sand area.
SLICE OF PARADISE
Step into Kaimana, and you’ll instantly feel the beach house vibes with its tropical-meets-modern design. The Loft and Villa have their own separate private parking and can accommodate a total of 18 guests, perfect for that barkada outing you’ve been hoping to get out of the GC. In Kaimana Villa, settle in with the place’s living room, full kitchen, dining area, and other modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and complimentary WiFi.
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The Villa can fit up to eight guests with its two bedrooms, both having two full double beds and separate bathrooms. Your peaceful escape also extends outside with your own private plunge pool, pocket garden, and lounge chairs by the beach to soak in the sun and surf.
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Kaimana Loft, meanwhile, is the bigger of the two, with its three bedrooms and two full bathrooms that can take in 10 guests. A living room, dining room, and kitchen are at your service for a comfortable stay, while the sleeping situation is divided into the first bedroom with one queen bed and one single bed, the second with two full double beds, and the third being a loft bedroom. A nice touch in the loft is that it features an outdoor deck on the second floor facing the ocean, prime real estate for the chika and inuman session if we do say so ourselves. A private plunge pool and a pocket garden round out this staycation.
Whether you’re staying in just one property or renting both, Kaimana is the place to be if you’re looking for a breather and escape to beach bliss.
Rates at Kaimana start at 19,000 pesos per night. For more information on how you can book a stay, check out their Airbnb listing and Instagram page.
Body shamers and body-shaming is not a new problem. For the longest time, people just can’t seem to keep their opinions to themselves and instead leave nasty and unwanted comments about other people’s bodies. But just because it’s a regular problem on social media, that doesn’t mean we should just accept it as fact, something these Gen Z stars have shown us. One thing about the current generation is that they aren’t afraid to fight for what is right, and that includes clapping back at body shamers. Scroll down for the personalities who didn’t let petty trolls and their below-the-belt comments breath with their clapbacks.
XYRIEL MANABAT
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Body hair is normal. It’s a fact of life. But that hasn’t stopped people from equating body hair on women with being ugly. Case in point, a hater once took it upon themselves to comment on Xyriel’s armpit hair. Not one to let the mean comments get to her, Xyriel responded like a boss saying: “Uhmm coz tao ako? So what about it?” Exactly Xyriel. Her candid and self-assured reply serves as a reminder to embrace ourselves and not let the shallow standards of others define us.
AC BONIFACIO
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No matter how you look, no one is deserving of being body-shamed, and that includes skinny-shaming. It’s a problem that has sadly plagued manycelebs, including AC Bonifacio. Taking to her Instagram stories, AC called out a netizen who DMed her that she needed to gain weight to look better and lit them up. “NOBODY should feel shame over their weight, clothing size, or body shape.” Her concise message also spoke to the important fact that we aren’t tied to anyone’s opinion about our body but our own. As AC puts it, “It is not my responsibility to be up to your standard. I love how I look and how I am.”
LORIN GUTIERREZ
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There’s a plague going around society, and it’s people trying to police young women showing their bodies. Even Lorin Gutierrez had to deal with it when a netizen commented on one of her posts that she should stop showing so much skin and save it for her special someone. A dumb statement, we know.
As expected, Lorin let them have it with a scorching response that channeled the energy of young women dealing with backward-thinking trolls. “Girls should be able to choose whether they want to be conservative or showy depending on what they feel comfortable with, not for a ‘special na tao’ because that special person, whoever they may be, doesn’t own me and should be ok with me being confident in my own skin.”
If you follow Miel Pangilinan on TikTok, then you know that, aside from posting about her daily life and love of NCT Dream, she also gives her haters a lesson on minding their business. Such was the case when she had a clapback ready for a user who tried to shame her for having stretch marks. FYI, stretch marks are normal, and there is nothing to be ashamed about having them.
EMMANUELLE ATIENZA
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You would think that teenagers posting pictures of themselves on Instagram would be a normal teenage thing to do. But that wasn’t the case for model and mental health advocate Emmanuelle Atienza, who faced a slew of unsolicited comments shaming her for posting revealing photos of herself. Her response? A classy and sassy clapback by posting a picture of herself in a bikini and captioning it, “Lol cant see the haters.”
ALEXA ILACAD
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Alexa Ilacad has had many iconic moments over the years, but our favorite was when she ended a body shamer telling her to “loose weight” with just one word. Wrong comment and wrong spelling? Yikes. Take it from Alexa on how to disregard unsolicited advice like a queen.
ANJI SALVACION
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We love that Anji Salvacion isn’t afraid to play around with her style and explore different looks and aesthetics. But that somehow gave trolls the green signal to bash and body-shame her for showing more skin. It’s clear though that Anji doesn’t let the hate get to her as she shared during an interview, “I don’t care if people are gonna bash me. I just love my body!” As she should.
Ted Failon may be a top journalist, but he needed to do his research when he tried to insinuate that SB19’s Justin was not Filipino because of his nose shape during an episode of his radio program. And while Justin did not directly respond to the remarks, which is still a valid form for a clapback, Josh playfully did when he posted a TikTok video alluding to the controversy.
RAVEN RIGOR
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Xyriel Manabat has been killing it in her return to showbiz. But for the trolls, they just can’t stop talking about how much her body has changed. This was the case during the 2023 Star Magical Prom when netizens couldn’t keep their mouths shut with their lewd comments. To the rescue was Xyriel’s Dirty Linen co-star Raven Rigor, who took to social media and reminded us that there are still gentlemen in this world. “Please respect women. There is more to her than meets the eye,” he said in a post.
ANGELIQUE MANTO
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No matter your body size, people will always sadly have something to say. It’s something that Angelique Manto has experienced, yet she is not the one to mess around with when it comes to unsolicited comments about her body. The content creator and former Miss Universe Philippines delegate delivered an essay-sized clapback to a netizen she caught insulting her in her DMs and giving a backhanded compliment in her comments section. “I can work on myself time and time again, but beyond the physical, hope we can work on what we do and how we make others feel,” she wrote.
Angelique then ended her message with a reminder a lot of people need to hear. “The amount of time you spend writing a comment that could shake a person is the same amount of time you can do something kind. Choose better.” Spoken like a true queen.
KD ESTRADA
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KD Estrada and Alexa Ilacad have built an unbreakable bond that even haters can’t shatter. Just look at when a now-deleted account on X tried to body-shame Alexa and KD came in with the deflect with his response, “Kapal ng mukha neto ganda ka?” We too would delete our account if we were that embarrassed.
VENICE BEKTAS
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Given that the Philippines is a predominantly conservative country, women still face hate and criticism for the simple act of wanting to show some skin. It’s a societal ill that Venice Bektaş rightfully called out. In an interview, the Gen Z personality clapped back at people who think that women who show more skin lack self-respect. “I feel like just because someone wants to show off a little bit more skin… of course, we live in the Philippines, so of course, some people want to show off more skin. And I feel like because people want to show off more skin, wear more clothes for the warm weather, people think that you have less self-respect, which I don’t agree with at all.”
She added, “So I think that’s probably, I think that’s a bias against women that people should no longer perpetuate.” The future is in safe hands with a new generation who think like Venice.
