Arjo Atayde brings a unique intensity and complexity to the screen

arrangement worked – Angge did help Bryce ‘connect’ with women. But proximity, as it happened, could breed intimacy. Viewers were left to wonder: was romance brewing between Angge and Bryce? Were their feelings the real deal?

In the upcoming fourth episode, viewers’ interest shifts to Angge and Bryce as potential lovers. The fun and kilig kick in as they figure in kuwela scenes with the domineering Bessie, Bryce’s friends Genski and Ketch, and Chili Anne who had a secret crush on Bryce.

With more fans and viewers thrilled by Bryce and Angge’s chemistry, and fascinated by the story’s twists and turns, Ang Lalaki sa Likod ng Profile is now a Saturday habit for many netizens.

Winford celebrates OPM with stellar lineup

WINFORD Resort & Casino Manila (WRCM) continues to offer all kinds of excitement in San Lazaro, Manila, with live performances by four big-name artists, special room deals, and huge raffle prizes this entire month of May.

For music lovers, WRCM stays true to its support of original Pilipino music (OPM) with four exciting artists set to perform, live, at its entertainment hub, Hippodrome Bar & Lounge. Tomorrow night, multi-platinum and WRCM mainstay Geneva Cruz takes the stage once again for another electrifying show while on May 20, multi-awarded King of OPM Theme Songs Erik Santos makes his WRCM debut with a one-night-only concert.

Then, on May 23, fan favorite Wency Cornejo takes the stage to perform his hits “Hanggang,” “Magpakailanman,” and more. Finally, on May 26, household name Nyoy Volante will be back by popular demand to perform his signature hit “Kahit will be available on Prime Video on June 1 in Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and other selected territories. The series marks the first series collaboration between Prime Video and ABS-CBN, further promoting Filipino talents and stories to the world.

Joining Arjo in Cattleya Killer are Jake Cuenca, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Jane Oineza, Ria Atayde, Ricky Davao, Nonie Buencamino, and Christopher de Leon.

In this new series, many years after the infamous Cattleya Killer case, the man who cracked the case, Joven de la Rosa (Christopher de Leon, reprising his role from the film), is now an NBI deputy director. His youngest son Anton (Arjo) is one of his top agents, while his eldest son Benjie (Jake Cuenca) runs a foundation for traumatized women. It seems as if everybody has moved on from the tragic events of the past, but when a body is found bearing the telltale markings of the long-dead Cattleya Killer, the lives of the three men and everyone around them are thrown into turmoil.

Dark secrets are brought to the fore, as the line between the real world and the unreal blurs. No one and nothing is what they seem – least of all Anton, who becomes more and more of a suspect as more victims surface and the investigation tightens.

“We›re excited to continue pushing the boundaries and to deliver world-class entertainment made by the best Filipino talents,” said David Simonsen, director of Prime Video Southeast Asia. “We believe with its gripping storyline, dynamic characters, and stunning performances, Cattleya Killer will keep our audiences at the edge of their seats.”

“Crime stories have always been fan favorites, proven by the success of different true-crime series across different formats and territories,” said Ruel S. Bayani, head of ABS-CBN International Production. “And for us, the Philippines’ Cattleya Killer is another must-watch, as it tackles the dark human psyche. It also showcases issues rooted in family, government, and society.”

Dan Villegas (Exes Baggage, English Only, Please) directs the series from a script by Dodo Dayao

THIS year marks a significant milestone for the esteemed Filipino rock band Sandwich as they celebrate their 25th anniversary.

In February, the band commenced the festivities by going back to their origins, taking fans and friends on a nostalgic journey as they delivered a captivating performance of their debut album Grip Stand Throw from 1999 in its entirety. With a steadfast commitment to upholding its legacy in Original Pilipino Music (OPM), Sandwich has also renewed its contract with PolyEast Records, its trusted recording label since 2005.

Accompanied by the band’s manager Darwin Hernandez, Sandwich members Raymund Marasigan, Mong Alcaraz, Diego Castillo, Myrene Academia, and Mike Dizon recently met with the general manager of PolyEast Records, Jesmon Chua, to renew their recording contract. Continuing the hype for their celebration, Sandwich released the new track “Nyare?” on all digital and streaming platforms. This is the first of four new planned singles, with the next one coming out on July 25 – all leading up to the release of the anniversary EP slated on October 2023.

Written by the members of band, “Nyare?” showcases their trademark knack for making catchy and fuzz-driven rock. Again, it was recorded and engineered by longtime collaborator Shinji Tanaka at Kodama Studios.

In the new single’s lyrics, the band members expresse how they – just like the rest of us –still have to navigate the uncertainty our new normal brings. They sing, “’Di ka na naman mapakali. Ano bang nangyari kagabi?” No matter how long around the block they’ve been, they’re still trying to make sense of it all. In the process, this pondering prompts more questions than answers.

In 2022, the group treated fans to a new musical offering with the release of No Goodbyes, an EP featuring five captivating songs. To complement their release, they unveiled an official music video for the track “Negatives.” While it was a modest addition to their extensive discography of nine fulllength albums, it served as a catalyst for the band’s resurgence after a period of pandemicinduced lull.

Fueling their creative fire, Sandwich is eagerly preparing to release more new songs throughout the year, accompanied by their signature live shows that never fail to amaze.

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WRCM is located in San Lazaro Tourism & Business Park,

MARVEL’S Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 trounced the competition for the second straight weekend in North American theaters, earning $60.5 million for a global haul topping half a billion dollars, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday.

The latest tale of oddball intergalactic mercenaries, human and otherwise, again stars Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Bradley Cooper, and Vin Diesel – this time on a mission to save comrade Rocket Raccoon from a scientist intent on removing his brain. Guardians had unseated Universal’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie from the top spot the week before. But the video game-based Mario, which has now earned more than $1.2 billion worldwide, remained firmly in second spot in its sixth week out, taking in $13 million for the Friday-through-Sunday period.

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Book Club: The Next Chapter a Focus Features sequel to a wellreceived romantic comedy for the older set, came third in its debut weekend with $6.5 million – described as a “slow start” by analyst David A. Gross who also acknowledged that “older audiences take their time getting to these movies.”

“Nyare?” serves as a tantalizing glimpse into the musical treasures they have in store. The band’s excitement remains as fervent as it was during their very first jam session in a garage in BF Homes, Parañaque, on that memorable afternoon.

“Nyare?” by Sandwich is available on all digital and streaming platforms. You can also watch the official lyric video of the single on PolyEast Records’ YouTube channel.

The film, which follows four friends on a grown-up girls trip to Italy, features an all-star quartet of Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen, and Mary Steenburgen – all of whom are in their ‘70s or ‘80s. Warner Bros.’ blood-soaked horror film Evil Dead Rise dropped one spot to fourth, taking in $3.7 million. It features two sisters (Lily Sullivan and Alyssa Sutherland) battling the demonic Deadites crew. In fifth place, also down one spot, was the Lionsgate comedy-drama Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret, at $2.5 million.

Abby Ryder Fortson plays sixthgrader Margaret Simon as she navigates the challenges of that awkward age. AFP