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  • Philippine International Comics Festival 2025 at SM Megamall Megatrade Hall 2

    Philippine International Comics Festival 2025 at SM Megamall Megatrade Hall 2

    Readers, creators and attendees are thrilled in attending and to celebrate with the Philippine International Comics Festival (PICOF) 2025 from July 5 – 6, 2025 at SM Megamall Megatrade Hall 2, Mandaluyong City.

    Sixteen (16) Things You Can Do at PICOF 2025

    1. Support over 200 indie comics creators launching over 100 new komiks!
    2. Check out the exhibits (Mars Ravelo: Tales from the Magic Makinilya; Enter the Mulberry Tree and Fly Free; Country of Highlight; PALESTINE & PICOF Official Selection).

    3. Learn from comics professionals from the Philippines and around the world at the comic masterclasses!

    4. Watch “Komiks With a K” by documentary film director/producer Jay Ignacio, National Book Award Winning Author For “Alandal.”

    5. Early birds get a FREE copy of the TUWA Comics anthology!

    6. Get your caricatures made at the Caricature Corner of the Samahang Kartunista ng Pilipinas!

      7. Watch Komiks in the making at the Panels for Palestine live drawing corner!

      8. Support Komiket U’s Batch 10 graduates & others student orgs!

      9. Read your komiks haul at the lounge area of NBDB’s Book Bar!

      10. Discover comics from other countries with the international delegates!

        11. Learn the lost of art style of Filipino komiks at HAGOD: The Filipino School of Brush Illustrations for Komiks by Randy Valiente!

        12. Share the love for komiks by taking a photo of your #picofhaul at the photo booth!

        13. Get a limited edition KOMET art toy in the KOMET corner!

        14. Support Palestine! This year’s Country of Highlight is PALESTINE!

        15. Learn from ‘Itaewon Class’ creator Gwang Jin in his masterclass INK & INDUSTRY: Korean Webtoons and the Industry Landscape!

        16. Festival Programming

        What to look out for:

        1. COMICS MARKET–support over 200 Filipino comics creators and publishers and international guests releasing over 100 new komiks!
        2. COMICS EXHIBITS–a tribute to Filipino komiks master Mars Ravelo, the country of highlight, Palestine, and the PICOF Official Selection!
        3. COMICS MASTERCLASSES–the Cartooning Workshop with Samahang Kartunista ng Pilipinas, the Live Drawing session, “Komiks With a K” film screening and workshops with our international guests!
        4. FESTIVAL PROGRAMMING–on the stage we have Artist Battles, Panel by Panel Comics Readings, a Komiks Trivia Night–and much more surprises
        5. NBDB BOOK BAR–take a break and lounge in NBDB’s book bar, and take a photo of your #picofhaul at the photobooth

        There’s so much more to love at #picof2025. The PICOF 2025 TEAM are glad to have the diverse attendees to celebrate Filipino komiks amongst others of Festival of Delight!

        Reference & Media Contact:

        #PICOF2025 TEAM

      1. Sarah Geronimo and James Reid to highlight Enigma Music City powered by HONOR X9c 5G

        Sarah Geronimo and James Reid to highlight Enigma Music City powered by HONOR X9c 5G

        Are you ready to watch and listen the music of Sarah Geronimo and James Reid, live at Enigma Music City? And HONOR is giving away 100 FREE tickets, here’s how!

        Manila, Philippines, February 5, 2025 – The viral HONOR X9c 5G is set to power the Enigma Music City 2025 on February 8, 2025. Pop royalty Sarah Geronimo will be headlining the much-awaited music gathering alongside James Reid, Arthur Nery, Adie, and the queens of Drag Race Philippines Season 3. And great news! HONOR is giving away FREE tickets. Read on to know full mechanics.

        “We are more than ecstatic to partner with Enigma Music City in uplifting the local music scene. We are with them in championing the amazing local talent of the Philippines. This is also our way to show our gratitude to our loyal HONOR fans for the success of HONOR X9c 5G. With that, we are giving away 100 FREE tickets. Visit our social media pages to know more,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.

        Win A Ticket!

        1. Like, follow HONOR Philippines’ Facebook page (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines) and join HONOR Philippines Community Facebook Group (Facebook.com/groups/616148577202489)
        2. Share this post with the hashtags #HONORX9c5G #TheToughestPhone #AllAngleTripleDefense #HONORxEnigmaMusicCity
        3. Register here: https://bit.ly/HONORxEnigmaMusicCity)
        4. First 100 registrants will secure a ticket, and the form will automatically close once limit is reached

        Get your very own HONOR X9c 5G!

        The all-new HONOR X9c 5G redefines durability with its innovative HONOR Anti-Drop Display. Designed to withstand accidental drops, this display enhances the overall user experience by enduring falls from heights of up to 2 meters. It boasts advanced protective shields and ultra-tempered glass, ensuring comprehensive coverage against impacts. Paired with the industry’s first Cushioning Airbag Protective Case and a Fully Wrapped Curved Screen Protection Layer, these features work together to significantly reduce damage from impacts and scratches. With an IP65M certification, the device provides all-around protection thanks to its three-layer waterproof structure, allowing it to resist water exposure and function effectively even after being submerged.

        Get HONOR X9c 5G now at any HONOR Experience and Partner Stores or online via Lazada (https://bit.ly/Laz_X7c_PR), Shopee (https://bit.ly/Shop_X7c_PR), and TikTok Shop (https://bit.ly/TikTok_X7c_PR) for only Php 16,999!

        For more information and exciting announcements, you may visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com or social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok Shop: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.

        About HONOR

        HONOR is a leading global provider of smart devices. It is dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating a new intelligent world for everyone through its powerful products and services. With an unwavering focus on R&D, it is committed to developing technology that empowers people around the globe to go beyond, giving them the freedom to achieve and do more. Offering a range of high-quality smartphones, tablets, laptops and wearables to suit every budget, HONOR’s portfolio of innovative, premium and reliable products enables people to become a better version of themselves. 

        Reference & Media Contacts:

        Pao Oga 
        PR Manager 
        paoo_honor@prl.ph  
        09190016898 
        Denis Santos 
        PR Supervisor
        deniss_honor@prl.ph 
        09171745327 
      2. PinoyCon: Meet & Greet the Cast of Pulang Araw at Pop Up Play – PinoyCon 2024

        PinoyCon: Meet & Greet the Cast of Pulang Araw at Pop Up Play – PinoyCon 2024

        PinoyCon is thrilled of the meet & greet the cast (Barbie Forteza, David Licauco, Alden Richards & Sanya Lopez) of Pulang Araw at Pop Up Play – PinoyCon 2024.

        The fans and supporters of GMA celebrities are excited to meet and greet Barbie Forteza, David Licauco, Alden Richards & Sanya Lopez, the cast of the new mega series “Pulang Araw” at One Ayala, Makati City on July 13, 2024. Don’t miss out this opportunity to explore diverse cultures and talents across the diverse cities of diverse nations of Asia.

        For their fans who loves art, there will be a showcase of Pulang Araw Fan Art Competition Entries on July 14, 2024. Diverse artists will show their talent, skills and creativity of the diverse arts in the diverse community in general.

        To know about the new GMA mega series and role of your favorite local celebrities, join the meet & greet the cast of Pulang Araw at Pop Up Play – PinoyCon 2024 in One Ayala, the venue partner for the 1st Pop Up Play PinoyCon 2024!

      3. NBDB’s PHILIPPINE BOOK FESTIVAL: The Grandest PBF this Year 2024

        The National Book Development Board (NBDB)’s Philippine Book Festival (PBF) held on April 25 – 28, 2024 at World Trade Center Metro Manila is one of the grandest PBF this year 2024 entitled “PHILIPPINE BOOK FESTIVAL 2024”, “It’s Not Just A Book Fair, It’s a Book Experience.”

        For me, it’s not just a book fair but it’s great art and book experience to witness the authors, publishers, artists, poet, creators, influencers, actors, book lovers and others personalities showing their great support to the Philippine Book Festival 2024. The exhibitors and guests were glad and enjoyed supporting the books, arts and creations related to Philippine literature, culture, entertainment, art, education, poetry and lifestyle in general showcase in the Philippine Book Festival at World Trade Center Metro Manila. They were thrilled to greet and meet their favorite authors, artists, actors, leaders, influencers and other personalities in the PBF 2024.

        Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda, Senate of the Philippines, delivered a speech and mentioned of her support of the Philippine Book Festival. She also encourages everyone to support Philippine Book Festival and make it viral as many stories, and she would relish the sight of children going back to reading books, and reading the books written published by Filipino authors and Filipino publishers.

        Despite of my schedules related to personal & business activities, I managed to attend the grand opening of the NBDB’s PBF 2024 last April 25, 2024 at World Trade Center Metro Manila. It’s a great book experience with the art of advocacy to support the Philippine Book Festival this day & beyond.

      4. Read Along with the Cast of Encantadia Chronicles: Sang’gre in the Philippine Book Festival 2024

        Who else were thrilled or excited about the Encantadia Chronicles: Sang’gre in the Philippine Book Festival (PBF) 2024 (PBF Special) at the Main Stage of World Trade Center Metro Manila on April 25, 2024?

        The main cast of Encantadia Chronicles: Sang’gre (Faith Da Silva, Kelvin Miranda, Angel Guardian, and Bianca Umali) has stories to tell about their characters of their kingdoms in Encantadia. They shared stories about their four kingdoms in the realm of 𝙀𝙣𝙘𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙖 through book reading as their listeners were thrilled and enjoyed listening to them, too.

        For me, listening to 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗱𝗮 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝘃𝗮 (𝘍𝘭𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘢), 𝗞𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮 (𝘈𝘥𝘢𝘮𝘶𝘴), 𝗔𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗹 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶́𝗮𝗻 (𝘋𝘦𝘪𝘢), and 𝗕𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗮 𝗨𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗶 (𝘛𝘦𝘳𝘳𝘢) of Encantadia Chronicles: Sang’gre in the PBF 2024 at the Main Stage of World Trade Center Metro Manila is a great experience and intrigue of the GMA Prime Encantadia Chronicles: Sang’gre.

      5. The National Book Development Board’s Philippine Book Festival Is Back: Join the Grandest Philippine Book Festival 2024 on April 25 – 28, 2024 at World Trade Center Pasay, Metro Manila

        The National Book Development Board’s Philippine Book Festival Is Back: Join the Grandest Philippine Book Festival 2024 on April 25 – 28, 2024 at World Trade Center Pasay, Metro Manila

        The National Book Development Board, an agency of the Philippine government under the Department of Education formed through Republic Act No. 8047, cordially invites you to join Philippine Book Festival (PBH) 2024 on April 25 – 28, 2024 at World Trade Center Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines to experience the essence of investing and supporting the books of the authors, publishers and artists related to the culture, literature, history and arts of the Philippines for all the readers of the generations to this day and beyond.

        For me, the PBH 2024 is a book experience and art of investing books for all the readers that starts in our family and next to schools, offices & other organization in the community, especially those who need books as part of their lifestyle and as references to Philippines literature, art, education and culture.

        Why you should join the Philippine Book Festival 2024? The PBF is the first and largest traveling book festival in the country, promoting the best Philippine books and educational materials. The attendees or guests can enjoy educational exhibitions and informative workshops, meet their favorite authors, artists, publishers and purchase quality Pinoy books.

        On April 25, 2024 (Day 1), the activities for the main stage are as follows: SIMULA: A Celebratory Ritual; The UST Publishing House Presents: SINAG 2024; Balagtasan by NCCA x PCEP; Read Along with the Cast of Encantadia: Faith Da Silva (Flamarra), Kelvin Miranda (Adamus), Angel Guardia (Deia), and Bianca Umali (Terra); Translation Matters! with Evelyn Caldera Soriano, Gene Alcantara, and Kristian Cordero; and A Toast to Books: Industry Reception.

        On April 26, 2024 (Day 2), the program for the main stage are the following: Kumustahan with DepEd; Creating for Young People with Disabilities; Turning Clicks to Reads: A Roundtable Discussion with Jerico Silvers; Mama Meme Reads with Meryll Soriano Featured Book: Ang mga Alitaptap ng Pulang Buhangin by R. H. Quilantang; Si Gren, Ang Kaibigan Kong Alien: A Book Launch with Marian Rivera, Gabby Concepcion, and Raphael Landicho; Performance by Bry Cimafranca of NCCA x PCEP; Dahling Nick: Tribute; Ballet Manila “Tatlong Kuwento ni Lola Basyang”; Trip to Quiapo: In conversion with Ricky Lee; Scrubs & Scribbles: The Double Lives of Doctor-Authors with Dr. Joti Tabula, Dr. Will Laingco,Dr. Alice Sun-Cua, and Dr. Angeli Dumatol; and Finding Your Readig Allies: The Book Nook Present NARA.

        On April 27, 2024 (Day 3), you may consider the main stage’s activites as follows: The Usual Suspects: Let’s Talk About Crime Fiction; Performance by Lakbai Guitar Due of NCCA x PCEP; PaperKat: Pitching Works to Filmmakers; Ambeth Ocampo Without the Overcoat; Teatrong Mulat ng Pilipinas; Firefly Book Signing; Meet Morena Book Reading Event with Ayn Bernos; and Poetry Slam! Book Development Association of the Philippines.

        Finally, on April 28, 2024 (Day 4), the program for main stage are as follows: Reading the Readers: Education and the Power of Reading by National Committee on Literary Arts; Ang Suklam sa Ating Nanagnas na Balat by Ronaldo Vivo, a Book Launch; A Day with Gwy Saludes; Explore and Eat your History with Clang Garcia, Claude Tayag, Ige Ramos, and RG Enriquez-Diaz; Cosplay Filipiniana! Philippine Literary Characters Cosplay Competition; A Beautiful Day (Inkspiration: A Decade of Life is Beautiful Stories); and PANITIKolab The Joys of Reading: Ba’t kami nagbabasa?

        In this digital age, the creation of digital books are already accessible to the internet for reading, but I think and believe that we should still consider the value and essence of having books for own reading just like how our ancestors had read books during their times, that is applicable to these days and beyond.

        Join now the grandest Philippine Book Festival 2024!

      6. Pop Music Icon Debbie Gibson will electrify Manila with an Electric Youth Anniversary Show this April 2024

        Did you know that Pop Music Icon Debbie Gibson is set to electrify Manila with an Electric Youth Anniversary Show this April 2024? Are you ready to sing and dance of her greatest hits “Electric Youth” in Manila?

        Pop Music Icon Debbie Gibson, the record-breaking singer-songwriter-producer is et to electrify the Philippine stage in a massive 2-hour long concert full of hits and surprises on April 26, 2024 (Friday), 8 PM at New Frontier Theater, Araneta City, 7 General Malvar Ave, Cubao, Quezon City, 1109 Metro Manila.

        Get ready for a fun and emotional night of nostalgia as Debbie Gibson performs on the 35th Anniversary of the mega-hit album “Electric Youth” and her greatest hits! Her fans are a trilled or excited of her songs of the album “Electric Youth”, one of the Best-Selling albums in Philippines in 1989. The classic songs includes “Lost In Your Eyes”; “We Could Be Together”; “No More Rhyme”; “Who Loves Ya Baby”; “Over The Wall”; “Silence Speaks; and of course, the inspiring title track “Electric Youth”.

        Debbie Gibson shows no signs of slowing down. She was honored with the Trailblazer Award in January 2024 from The Women’s International Music Network at the 12th Annual She Rocks Awards.

        Come celebrate with the legendary Debbie Gibson, and We Could Be Together this 26th April 2024 (Fri), 8pm at New Frontier Theater.

      7. FILIPINO FORWARD: A Panel Discussion about The BEST OF FILIPINO CREATIVITY (10 Day of Art: Art Walk by Ayala Land, Inc.) at Samsung Performing Arts Theater Circuit Makati

        FILIPINO FORWARD: A Panel Discussion about The BEST OF FILIPINO CREATIVITY (10 Day of Art: Art Walk by Ayala Land, Inc.) at Samsung Performing Arts Theater Circuit Makati

        Art is Love. I believe that all of us was created with Love who loves art in general. If Art is created with Love, therefore, Love is an Art, too. Even if our eyes are close or open, we can still imagine and see the creativity of art beyond our mind, emotion and vision in our surroundings in the community this day & beyond. We can appreciate art beyond our imagination or creativity but we gain nothing without love.

        The FILIPINO FORWARD: A Panel Discussion about The BEST OF FILIPINO CREATIVITY is part of the 10 Days of Art: Art Walk by Ayala Land, Inc. and as a celebration of Arts Month in the community that was held last February 10, 2024 at Jaime Zobel de Ayala Hall, 5th Level Samsung Performing Arts Theater, Circuit Makati, Makati City.

        Students and aspiring creatives joined the conversation and witnessed the four (4) industry experts discussed the best of Filipino creativity as they’ve shared their creative insights on a panel discussion for “State of the Arts – A Podcast: Filipino Forward”.

        The industry experts who engaged in a dynamic dialogue are follows:
        1. Bea Valdes, Editor-in-Chief, Vogue Philippines
        2. Jacs Sampayan, Managing Editor, Vogue Philippines
        3. Marlon Rivera, Art Multihyphenate, Film, Advertising & TV Director
        4. Shaira Luna, Fashion & Advertising Photographer

        This event is presented by Make It Makati in partnership with Circuit Makati and Samsung Performing Arts Theater.

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