Entertainment News (11/03/26)

Trippie Budd releases urban pop single featuring SAJKA and Zae

FOLLOWING the breakout success of “baby lika,” Filipino rapper-producer Trippie Budd returns with “cheekybang,” an upbeat collaboration with Jamaican-Filipino fusion artist SAJKA and rising Filipino rapper Zae. Built around hard-hitting production and a celebratory atmosphere, the track gives each performer space to showcase their individuality in a party anthem that embraces global influences. Trippie Budd, SAJKA, and Zae’s “cheekybang” is out now on all digital music platforms via Sony Music Entertainment.

Legendary tale of Ramayana now on the big screen

ONE of the greatest epics mankind has created will be on the big screen in Ramayana: Rise of a Legend. Produced by Namit Malhotra, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, and starring Ranbir Kapoor, the Indian epic tells the story of Prince Rama and King Ravana, and their intertwined fate bound by prophecy. It arrives exclusively at SM Cinemas on Nov. 5, including IMAX and premium formats.

SB19 and Kento Nakajima release ‘GENTO’ collaboration

P-POP boy group SB19 has released “GENTO,” featuring Japanese singer-actor Kento Nakajima. The song premiered on stage at SUMMER SONIC 2026 in Tokyo back in August, when the two acts performed it together. “GENTO” is SB19’s signature song and their most-streamed solo track in Japan. With Kento Nakajima joining, the collaboration intersects the Philippine and Japanese music scenes. The new version features special lyrics partly written by Mr. Nakajima himself, continuing the song’s themes of success and hard work. It is now out on all digital music platforms via Sony Music Entertainment.

Prime Video reveals November lineup

PRIME VIDEO is bringing highly anticipated series, returning favorites, big blockbusters, and live sports to the platform this November. Kicking things off is The Greatest on Nov. 4, the first authorized scripted series about Muhammad Ali which explores his life, career, and legacy beyond the ring. On Nov. 5, the psychological thriller The Housemaid starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried will come onto the platform. Nov. 6 sees two new series: the romantic comedy Campus Drivers and the fantasy Devils’ Crest. Meanwhile, sports fans can catch four Saturday NBA doubleheaders throughout the month, featuring matchups such as Lakers vs. Trail Blazers, Warriors vs. Spurs, and the special Black Friday games on Nov. 28.

Jay R teams up with Lil Eddie for ‘Bakit Pa Ba’ Taglish Version

FILIPINO R&B star Jay R has reimagined one of his iconic recordings with “Bakit Pa Ba” Taglish Version, featuring multi-awarded Filipino-Puerto Rican singer-songwriter and producer Lil Eddie. The new version retains the emotional, suave feel that made “Bakit Pa Ba” memorable, while adding English lyrics that complement its Tagalog passages. It is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide.

The Cat in the Hat animated film opens in cinemas this month

ON Nov. 6, The Cat in the Hat, starring Bill Hader, America Ferrera, and Xochitl Gomez, opens in Philippine cinemas. The movie expands on the beloved Dr. Seuss book by exploring what happens to the Cat after visiting the two children who were home alone and bored. In the film, he takes on his toughest assignment yet for the I.I.I.I. (Institute for the Institution of Imagination and Inspiration, LLC): to cheer a pair of siblings struggling with their move to a new town.