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In a groundbreaking collaboration that signals an exciting new era for Philippine watchmaking, Argos Philippines has partnered with De Guzman & Co. (DGCo) to launch The Intervallum . This highly anticipated release is Argos’ very first chronograph collection, brilliantly melding the high-octane passion of motorsports with world-class horological excellence. As two leading Filipino watch microbrands, Argos and DGCo represent a dynamic meeting-of-the-minds. The Intervallum is more than just a timepiece; it is a pivotal step forward for the local watch industry, proving that Filipino ingenuity can compete on the global stage. A Collaboration Rooted in Passion and Purpose View this post on Instagram A post shared by Argos Philippines (@argos.philippines) As two proudly Filipino microbrands, Argos and DGCo represent a dynamic meeting of minds driven by a shared mission: to democratize high-quality timepieces for Filipinos. “Both of us share not just the same lov...

Filipino cinema and digital media are constantly evolving, yet certain truths remain anchored in our collective consciousness. For Director JP Habac , the mastermind behind some of today’s most resonant local films and the co-host of the hit Ang Walang Kwentang Podcast (AWKP), storytelling is more than just entertainment— it is an exercise in memory. In a cultural landscape that is quick to move on to the next trending topic, Habac sits down with Metroscene Mag for our February 2026 Cover : Let Them Talk to unpack the invisible threads that tie his work together: the beauty of unrequited love, the urgent need for fearless queer narratives , and the exhausting, yet necessary, art of remembering. The Unrequited When asked whether a recurring theme keeps finding its way back into his work, JP Habac admits it’s not intentional, but it’s undeniable. “Ako, hindi naman sinasadya, pero lagi akong bumabalik dun sa kapag gumagawa ka ng pelikula, yung ending lagi ay—unrequited… Kahit parang, sig...

If there is one person who has successfully soundtracked, scripted, and directed the collective heartbreak of the Filipino millennial and Gen Z, it is Antoinette Jadaone. For years, she has been the undisputed queen of the modern Filipino romantic comedy, serving us lines that cut deep and characters that feel like our own barkada. Today, Jadaone is more than just the reigning queen of the Filipino rom-com. She is a powerhouse podcaster, a fierce advocate for regional storytelling, and a director acutely aware of the weight her medium carries.  We sat down with the filmmaker for Metroscene Mag’s February 2026 Cover: Let Them Talk to discuss her creative evolution, the stifling reality of local censorship , and why true art will always outlive its creator. The Story Stars here There is a distinct heartbeat to an Antoinette Jadaone film. Early on, that pulse was intensely personal. Driven by the eager energy of a young filmmaker, her iconic rom-coms—like That Thing Called Tadhana a...

There is a distinct, almost palpable mood to an empty cinema. When we arrived at Sinepop in Cubao, the room was completely still. Rows of empty seats faced a blank screen, and the air carried that familiar, comforting mix of cold air-conditioning and concrete walls. It was that specific, suspended hour of the morning; a liminal space where the day hadn’t quite decided what it was going to become.

SB19 marks a watershed moment in P-Pop with the release of “ VISA ,” their first official single of 2026 and the bold follow-up to the Simula At Wakas era. Delivering a more confident and uncompromising approach in artistic direction, SB19’s “VISA” tackles socially relevant themes that stand as both a prologue and a promise: an assertion that the new musical era will not only entertain, but also dare to challenge, provoke, and shake up comfort for conviction.

Filipino food creator Abi Marquez , widely known as the Lumpia Queen and managed by NYMA Talent Management , is featured in Being Gordon Ramsay , the recently released Netflix documentary series following world-renowned chef Gordon Ramsay during a pivotal period of expansion in his career. In Episode 4, Abi is seen being interviewed by the Netflix documentary team following her collaboration with Ramsay, offering insight into the experience and reflecting on the exchange between cultures, techniques, and perspectives in the kitchen. The segment provides a candid glimpse into the realities of working within a global culinary environment and the creative dialogue that emerges from such collaborations. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Abi Marquez | Food Content Creator (@abigailfmarquez)   Being Gordon Ramsay documents Ramsay in the lead-up to the opening of five new restaurant concepts inside 22 Bishopsgate , one of London’s tallest buildings. Filmed...