Stream your favorite romantic films on Lionsgate Play

With so much content available for streaming these days, it’s easy to miss out on good movies and series. Two must-watch categories on our list are classics and modern romance that give us the feels to be in love. More than any other time of the year, summer is the best season to catch the love bug, whether it’s the kilig we’re looking for or the wistfulness over passions that didn’t work out.

 

The lazy days, especially when we’re on break, might as well give us enough free time to catch up and binge on titles that inspire these emotions. Here are five shows and films tackling love in all its forms: obsessive, cute, romantic, challenging, and ever-changing — all of which you can stream without interruption especially if you’ve got PLDT Home’s blazing fast and super reliable internet connection.

  

1. Letters to Juliet (2010)

This movie expertly weaves people’s notions of love from the Elizabethan era with the 21st century. Letters to Julietis set in Verona, Italy, where Shakespeare located three of his plays including Romeo and Juliet in 1594. There is a tourist attraction in Verona called Juliet’s House that features a balcony much like in the play, where letters that people write to Juliet are taped. 

 

The New Yorker fact checker Sophie (Amanda Seyfried, Mean Girls) visits the place with her fiancé chef Victor (Gael Garcia Bernal, The Motorcycle Diaries). One day, she finds a letter tucked behind a brick in the wall written 50 years ago by the then teenage English girl Claire (Vanessa Redgrave, Girl, Interrupted) to Lorenzo, whom she leaves behind in Italy. Claire writes an impassioned letter to Claire who, now widowed, comes to Verona with her short-tempered but protective grandson Charlie (Christopher Egan, The Prince). What follows is a story of fateful love and romance involving Sophie, Claire, and Charlie that you’ll need to follow and see through to the end.

 

Stream Letters to Juliet on Lionsgate Play.

 

2. Endless Love (1981)

Starring Brooke Shields (The Bachelor) as Jade and Martin Hewitt (Secret Games) as David, this romantic drama directed by Franco Zeffirelli was based on the eponymous book by Scott Spencer. 

 

In Endless Love, Jade lives in suburban Chicago with her bohemian, counter-culture family and falls in love with David. The two begin a sexually intense relationship that affects the 15-year-old Jade’s schooling, leading her father to ban David from their house for 30 days. This results in a chain of events that leads to tragedy and, ultimately, love.

Stream Endless Love on Lionsgate Play.

 

3. Summer Guys (2021)

The web drama series was filmed on Jeju island, South Korea, in the summer of 2020, starring Lee Jung Shin, Kang Mi Na, Kwon Hyun Bin, Lee Jung Shik, and Lim Na Young.

 

The title is derived from the beachfront bar Summer Guys, which is failing despite the popularity of the resort where it’s located. The barkeeper (Kang Mi Na) is determined to revive its glory days before summer begins and enlists the help of three friends who could be bartenders. One is an Ivy League graduate from a wealthy family, another is a devout Buddhist who wants to help people, and the third is a baseball player. It’s a summer to remember on an island known for its beaches, food, holidaymakers, and romance.

 

Stream Summer Guys on Viu.

 

4. My Summer Prince (2016)

My Summer Prince takes the Shakespearean literary device of mistaken identity that leads to love but in the very modern context of crisis management and public relations. Rebellious royal Prince Colin of Edgemere (Jack Turner, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow) is in small town Greenbriar in Idaho on a state visit when gets into mischief, for which he is arrested by the sheriff. His mother, Queen Rosalind, hires cutthroat PR boss Deidre Kelly (Lauren Holly, Crank: High Voltage) for damage control and she brings her assistant Mandy Cooper (Taylor Cole, 12 Rounds) along with her. 

 

Unfortunately for Deidre, she gets chickenpox when they land in Greenbriar. She is then forced to send her younger assistant Mandy to deal with the crisis. When Mandy is mistaken for Deidre by the Queen’s assistant Penelope and by extension the Prince, she doesn’t correct them until the deception gets too deep to walk back. Mandy and Prince Colin get to know each other as they strike a deal with the sheriff for him to do community work. The Prince, who is set to be engaged to Lady Isabella as soon as he gets back to Edgemere, falls in love with “Deidre” and finds that duty and what his heart desires don’t always have to be in conflict with each other.

Stream My Summer Prince on Lionsgate Play.

 

5. Rush to the Dead Summer (2017)

The Chinese TV series spans a period of 10 years for a group of friends, starting in summer when they are in high school. Starring Chen Xuedong, Zheng Shuang and Bai Jingting, the 2017 series is about friendship and betrayal between a quiet artist, a kind and sincere girl, and a protective friend who goes to prison for defending a friend.

The story follows them through graduation and after they go their separate ways and live their own lives. Like in real life, people grow and change — and not always for the better. The summer of their youth fades away and in comes reality with its lessons and hard-fought wins.

 

Stream Rush to the Dead Summer on Viu.

 

Keep that kilig flowing this summer and watch these romantic classics in crispier detail and uninterrupted through PLDT Home‘s fastest and strongest connection. Stream these titles on Lionsgate Play when you activate your complimentary voucher from PLDT Home and on Viu Premium for only P80 a month charged to your PLDT Home account.

 

How Uratex Is Helping Save The Oceans

Uratex hosted a beach and underwater cleanup at Caban Cove, Batangas in collaboration with Pure Oceans in an effort to reduce the waste in our waters. Pure Oceans is a social enterprise based in the Philippines that advocates for marine conservation. This partnership between Uratex and Pure Oceans brought to life an unforgettable experience for the participants and hopefully, a change, no matter how big or small, to water pollution. 

To further emphasize the importance of creating a change and saving the environment, Uratex Philippines starts its sustainability journey with this latest collection.

The Trill Seave Collection

 

In partnership with the Seaqual Initiative, the Trill Seave Collection of Uratex is its newest addition to their growing line of sleep products. “Seave” is derived from the words save and sea, which the collection features a mattress, topper and pillow. The collection was designed and made with the least amount of possible negative impact on the environment as all products are made from post-consumer recycled plastic gathered from the ocean floor that was turned into woven fabric. This collection makes Uratex the first company in the country to offer Filipinos a sustainable mattress option.

Go check out the Trill Seave Collection of Uratex on uratex.com.ph and follow them on their social media pages for more updates.

PalawanPay partners with CIS Bayad Center to offer an extensive range of payment options

PalawanPay, one of the fastest-growing e-wallets in the Philippines, has officially partnered with CIS Bayad Center Inc. to offer an extensive range of payment options to its growing number of sukis. As the biller aggregator of PalawanPay, Bayad has added 71 biller brands to the PalawanPay App, bringing the total number of billers available on the app to more than 600. These billers cover a wide range of services such as electric and water utilities, cable and internet, government contributions, loan payments, credit cards, school tuition fees, online shopping, insurance, and many others, making it easier for sukis to settle their bills through the app. Gone are the long lines and the inconvenience of bills payment. With the partnership of PalawanPay and Bayad, easier and more accessible financial transactions are made possible.  

In photo (L-R): PalawanPay Finance and Controls Director - Lilian Castro-Selda, PalawanPay Business Executive Officer – Third Librea,  Bayad President and CEO – Lawrence Y. Ferrer, Bayad Chief Commercial and Marketing Officer – Dennis S. Gatuslao

Among the companies included in PalawanPay Billers are MERALCO, Easy Trip RFID, NBI, PSA Serbilis, LTFRB, Maynilad Water Services, Visayan Electric Company (VECO), Davao Light And Power Corporation, Cotabato Light, AIA Philippines (Philam Life), Sunlife Plans, and Grepa Life among others. 

 

"We are constantly on the lookout for more opportunities to expand our biller network in response to the ever-changing needs of our customers. We share our commitment with PalawanPay in financially empowering more and more Filipinos from all walks of life," said CIS Bayad Center, Inc. President and CEO, Lawrence Y. Ferrer.

PalawanPay Business Executive Officer, Third Librea, expressed his excitement about the partnership, "We are pleased to announce our partnership with Bayad as we work towards providing greater convenience to our growing number of sukis. Our objective is to continuously improve our services and add more relevant features to the PalawanPay app. With this partnership with Bayad, we will be able to provide our customers with more options to settle their bills anytime, anywhere."

 

PalawanPay is committed to championing financial inclusivity in the country by continuously improving and adding more relevant features to the app. Now with almost 10 million users of PalawanPay app, the partnership with Bayad is a testament to their brand of service and commitment to their sukis. "At PalawanPay, we remain dedicated to our brand service promise of providing 'Mabilis, Mura at Walang Kuskos Balungos na Serbisyo'," added Third Librea.

PalawanPay and Bayad offer hassle-free and secure bills payment services to various individuals, including homemakers, students living independently far from their families, busy professionals, and business owners who need to manage their finances and pay their bills conveniently without the hassle of physically going to banks.

 

Download the PalawanPay app now from the Apple Store or Google Play Store and become one of the many satisfied sukis who enjoy PalawanPay's fast, secure, and reliable payment services.

 

SM Supermalls and Toy Kingdom launched a play and retail pop-up themed “The Wonder of Play” at SM MOA

SM Supermalls and Toy Kingdom launched a play and retail pop-up themed “The Wonder of Play” with four activity zones specially designed for families, available at SM Mall of Asia until May 7, 2023. As part of Disney’s 100^th anniversary, the Wonder of Play pop-up features beloved stories and characters from Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars.  

 

Families in the Philippines can look forward to four themed activity zones that strive to inspire new and creative playtime ideas. Visitors to the Wonder of Play pop-up are encouraged to unlock special moments together, every day through play.  

●      Dress up like your favorite Disney, Pixar and Marvel characters! Kids may try on and pose with costumes inspired by Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse; Disney Princess heroines; characters from Cars and Marvel Super Heroes. 

●      Get groovy with your dancing shoes at the Mickey & Friends Music Jam backdrop where children and grown-ups alike will be able to take a fabulous photo for keepsake. 

●      Hit the ‘open road’ in the Pixar-themed zone. Inspired by Lightning McQueen’s journey in Cars, kids can hop on a bike or scooter to ‘travel’ around the zone. 

●      ‘Hang out’ with Spidey & His Amazing friends in the Marvel-themed zone. Families are invited to play with action figures of Marvel Super Heroes and imagine their own epic adventures. 

The Wonder of Play pop-up will bring together a wide assortment of new products like Disney Princess and Frozen dolls from Mattel; Spidey & His Amazing Friends action figures from Hasbro; Disney and Star Wars toys from Lego; Disney and Marvel-inspired play costumes; and bikes, ride-ons and more featuring many fan-favorite characters! Families and trendsetters of all ages will also be able to get their hands on a variety of cool fashion finds for kids, including apparel, bags, shoes and other accessories. 

For more info, visit toykingdom.com.ph or follow ToyKingdomPH on Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok. You may also visit SM Mall of Asia and SM Seaside Cebu official Facebook accounts.

 

For more details, visit @OhMyDisneyPH on Facebook and @ohmydisneyasia on Instagram. Share your experience with The Wonder of Play using the official hashtags: #DisneyTheWonderOfPlay, #ShoppingWithDisney, #DisneyPrincessPH2023.  

 

Ballet Manila re-stages “Don Quixote”, showcasing the dance company’s strength in classical ballet

Relive the adventure and romance of one of the most beloved performances in classical ballet as Ballet Manila re-stages “Don Quixote”, showcasing the dance company’s strength in classical ballet at its highest standards. The shows will be on May 27, 2023, at 8 PM and May 28, 2023, at 5 PM at the Aliw Theater in Pasay City.

"The challenges that Ballet Manila has faced these past years have proven our grit and resilience in the face of adversity, which I believe is relatable with Don Quixote's burning passion, the love for adventure and challenges to prove oneself. It also fills me with so much excitement to showcase our edge in classical ballet once again as a dance company with the return of Don Quixote this year," said Macuja Elizalde. 

Embodying the Hispanic spirit of Don Quixote’s epic tale is American danseur and a rising star of San Francisco Ballet Esteban Hernandez, who will fly into Manila to perform as Basilio, Kitri’s love interest. Hernandez is fast gaining recognition in the international ballet scene. He joined San Francisco Ballet in 2013, was promoted as a soloist in 2017 and principal dancer in 2019.

One of the most notable feats of San Francisco’s rising star was his performance at Gala Despertares in Mexico City, which was produced by Soul Arts Productions, owned by Esteban and his brother, Isaac Hernandez. He has also received multiple accolades including the Latino Spirit Award from the California Latino Legislative Caucus for achievements in the performing arts held at Sacramento, California, He is also a recipient of the Jerome Robbins Foundation Award and gold medals at the Youth America Grand Prix and was named one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Mexico.

The iconic role of Kitri, on the other hand, will be performed by Ballet Manila’s principal dancer, Jasmine Pia Dames, who is also a Gawad Buhay 2015 awardee as Best Featured Female in Classical Ballet for her role in Romeo and Juliet. Interestingly, her twin sister Jessica Pearl portrayed the same role in the modern iteration of the same story directed by Martin Lawrance in February, which is also part of the 25^th season performance. 

“The role of Kitri has always been one of my favorite ballerina roles. As a mentor and director, it brings me great joy to see Ballet Manila’s future Kitris embody the grace, strength, and passion that this role demands,” said Lisa Macuja-Elizalde, Artistic Director of Ballet Manila. “We see this as an opportunity to showcase the depth of talent in our company,” she adds.

Don Quixote is part of Ballet Manila's 25th season performance on its 27th year which was kicked off by Martin Lawrance’s very Filipino and contemporary take on Romeo and Juliet in February. 

To purchase tickets, visit www.ticketworld.com.ph, or call 8891 9999. 

For more information about Ballet Manila and its upcoming shows, visit www.balletmanila.com.ph.

Nature’s Bounty is launching five supplements in the Philippines that are non-GMO and contain no artificial flavors, colors, and sweetener

It is true that many people have become more conscious about their health and wellness since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Surveys have shown that people are making lifestyle changes such as eating healthier, exercising more, and prioritizing sleep as a way to boost their overall well-being.

However, factors like a busy schedule and the many stresses of life can make one’s journey to wellness challenging. Adding supplements to your daily routine can greatly help in providing the essential vitamins and minerals that your body needs to be at its best everyday. 

Embrace a healthier you by getting more from your supplements with Nature’s Bounty, the #1 brand in USA Mass Pharmacies*. For 50 years, it has been a trusted partner by people around the world in making better choices for their health. Nature’s Bounty uses the latest science and finest ingredients to create high quality and affordable products that do more to enhance your wellness routine.

 

To enable more Filipinos to Live Bountifully, Nature’s Bounty is launching five supplements in the Philippines that are non-GMO and contain no artificial flavors, colors, and sweeteners.

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Fish Oil

Take care of your heart better with Fish Oil that contains omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, which help support the health of the cardiovascular system. Omega-3 fatty acids are considered “good” fats that aid in maintaining triglyceride levels within a normal range and reducing risk of coronary heart disease.

 

Nature’s Bounty Fish Oil is odorless and enteric coated to minimize fishy burps, and is purified to eliminate mercury so you get only the purest ingredients.

 

Ginkgo Biloba Extract

Ginkgo Biloba Extract can help you achieve a sharper mind and memory by supporting effective brain function and mental alertness and addressing mild memory impairments associated with aging. Nature’s Bounty Ginkgo Biloba comes in easy-to-swallow capsules that are convenient to take daily.

 

Melatonin

Whether you’re experiencing occasional sleeplessness or just want to improve your quality of rest, Melatonin helps promote a tranquil sleep so you can wake up feeling refreshed, revitalized, and ready for the day. Melatonin–often referred to as the “sleep hormone”–helps you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. Nature’s Bounty Quick Dissolve Melatonin comes in a natural cherry flavor with no artificial ingredients.

 

L-Carnitine

Look good and feel good with L-Carnitine that assists in boosting the body’s fat metabolism and supports heart health. L-Carnitine also plays an essential role in making fatty acids available for muscle tissue, which improves exercise performance and recovery. Nature’s Bounty L-Carnitine is laboratory tested and guarantees quality so you can get more from your supplements.

 

L-Arginine

L-Arginine supports healthy blood flow, vascular function, wound healing and heart health. L-Arginine is one of 20 amino acids that help the body build protein, which is vital in repairing cells and making new ones. Nature’s Bounty L-Arginine is available in a 1000mg 30 count bottle. 

(L-R) Thessa Cadiz, Dr. Jimmy Bautista, Medical & Scientific Affairs Manager - Nestle Health Science; Moe Javier, Marketing Lead - Nestle Health Science answer question from the media during the Nature’s Bounty media launch. 

These five products were officially launched during the Nature’s Bounty Wellness Brunch held last April 14, 2023 at The Henry Hotel, Pasay City. Influencers and members of the media were invited to the launch event where they got to reconnect with nature and their bodies through a yoga session led by Yoga Manila, and learn more about Nature’s Bounty products and their health benefits from Dr. Jimmy Bautista, Medical & Scientific Affairs Manager of Nestle Health Science; and Moe Javier, Marketing Lead of Nestle Health Science

 

At Nature’s Bounty, we’re serious about supporting your health through our products that are backed by science. We want more for our consumers, which is why we never settle when it comes to making wellness solutions that work harder and are formulated to be stronger and protect you longer,” said [NB/Nestle Health Science rep].

 

Nature’s Bounty products are available at Mercury Drug, South Star Drug, and Rose Pharmacy stores nationwide, and on Nestle Health Science’s official Lazada and Shopee stores. Visit Nature’s Bounty’s website to know more.

P&G Philippines celebrates 2023 Sustainability Summit

Procter & Gamble (P&G) Philippines encouraged employees to participate in the company’s sustainability efforts towards achieving their Ambition 2030 and Net Zero 2040 goals during their annual Sustainability Summit held last April 27 at the Manila General Office and Cabuyao Plant. 

 

Since the company declared its global Ambition 2030 and Net Zero 2040 commitments, P&G Philippines has strengthened its sustainability efforts across its business operations to minimize their greenhouse gas emissions and waste footprint, create products that make responsible consumption irresistible for people everywhere, and innovate with the best and safest ingredients from both science and nature. 

 

P&G Philippines President and General Manager, Raffy Fajardo, highlighted their constant integration of sustainability practices into brand innovations, supply chain operations, and employee engagement. These include their employee-led Project LESS program for waste reduction solutions in P&G’s in-store and online retailing operations and their recently-concluded mangrove tree planting in Batangas, among others. Leaders from P&G’s Cabuyao Plant also discussed their deliberate recycling efforts as a zero-manufacturing waste-to-landfill plant. 

P&G Philippines President and General Manager, Raffy Fajardo (top photo) and Communications Director, Anna Legarda (bottom photo) discussing P&G’s Ambition 2030 commitments.

 

Besides these ongoing initiatives, forward-moving plans to achieve net zero emissions by 2040 are already in the works. P&G Philippines Communications Director, Anna Legarda, also touched on enabling responsible consumption for consumers and shoppers. The goals intentionally design for more sustainable operations across the full product journey, from its sourcing and manufacturing all the way to its use by end consumers and end of life disposal.

 

Environmental sustainability and responsible consumption for consumers are the cornerstones of the way P&G does its business, from raw material sourcing to supply chain, to retail operations, and even to workplace policy and culture. With the goal of creating a nature-positive future, P&G is continuously developing and implementing sustainable solutions throughout its operations, investments, and partnerships. 

Run your way towards good health with Watsons Race for Wellness in Cebu!

Run your way towards good health because running or jogging is the best cardio you can do. Join the Watsons Race for Wellness: The Beauty Adventure as the run goes to SM Seaside Cebu on May 27 at 4pm.

It will be a fun, colorful, and exciting event with lots of surprises and freebies for runners. For beauty enthusiast runners, get ready as you will pass through the giant beauty obstacles during the race. Runners will also get to pass through an inflatable tunnel with foam. There will be a party after the run with lots of Cebuano performers.

 

Register now at Race Roster.com and enjoy the fun run with your family, officemates, friends, or even with your partners. 

You can run in the 5K or 10K categories. Take advantage of the early bird discounts and pay only Php950 for the 5K event. The regular rate is Php1,000. For the 10K event, the early bird rate is Php1,100 while the regular rate is Php1,200. Each race kit includes a singlet, bib, finisher’s medal, and a loot bag.

 

To be updated with news, events, discounts, and perks, download the Watsons App now from Google Play Store, Apple Store or Huawei AppGallery.

“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,” now showing in cinemas!

Star-Lord and the crew go on one final mission to save one of their own in Marvel Studios’ “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,” now showing in Philippine cinemas!

In this much-awaited film, the galaxy’s beloved band of misfits are seen settling into their new home on planet Knowhere, when trouble suddenly arises by the ghosts of Rocket’s turbulent past. Still reeling from the loss of Gamora, Peter Quill must lead the crew and embark on a dangerous mission to save Rocket’s life. If not completed successfully, can potentially spell the end of the Guardians as we know it.

“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” stars Chris Pratt (Peter Quill/Star-Lord), Zoe Saldana (Gamora), Dave Bautista (Drax), Karen Gillan (Nebula), Pom Klementieff (Mantis), and features Vin Diesel (Groot), Bradley Cooper (Rocket), Sean Gunn (Kraglin), Chukwudi Iwuji (High Evolutionary), Will Poulter (Adam Warlock), and Maria Bakalova (Cosmo the Spacedog). The film is directed by James Gunn and produced by Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Nikolas Korda, Simon Hatt, and Sara Smith.

Marvel fans can continue to immerse into life on Knowhere with the Official Guardians of the Galaxy Soundtrack on Spotify. TheGuardians of the Galaxy: The Official Mixtape features iconic artists like Radiohead, Florence + The Machine, Beastie Boys, Bruce Springsteen, and more! You can check out the full soundtrack on Spotify here.

Watch the Guardians have their “last ride” together in cinemas now. Check all the available showtimes here and book your tickets now!

Follow Marvel Studios Philippines on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube for the latest news and promos. Join the conversations online using #GotGVol3PH.

 

For images, access film stills and behind-the-scenes images here. Watch the latest and official trailer here.