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We have always known Xyriel Manabat , or at least, we thought we did. In pieces. In passing. In carefully edited chapters of a life lived under watchful eyes. She existed to us as fragments: the child star, the quiet disappearance from the limelight, and the return that felt both familiar and unfamiliar all at once. To witness her on the set of Metroscene Mag ’s March cover is to understand that those fragments were never separate. What stood before us was not a reinvention but a synthesis of every version of her, converging into one undeniable presence. The innocence, the distance, the defiance, the growth, all of it lived in her at once. And as we spoke, it became clear that this wholeness was not something handed to her. It was something she built intentionally, relentlessly, on her own terms. What Makes a Woman On set, Xyriel Manabat tells her story with a kind of clarity that feels both heavy and powerful. Like something she has carried for a long time, and has now learned to own...

After weeks of high-stakes challenges, jaw-dropping runways, and unforgettable lip-syncs, RuPaul’s Drag Race: UK vs the World Season 3 has officially crowned its newest Queen of the Mothertucking World — Gawdland! Gawdland triumphed over finalist Kate Butch in a lip sync for the crown. And honestly? It’s the kind of win that had fans cheering, gagged, and maybe even a little emotional. Thailand, This One’s for You Gawdland’s victory isn’t just a personal triumph, but also a cultural moment . Representing Thailand , she now joins the growing list of Asian queens reshaping what global drag looks like. View this post on Instagram A post shared by RuPaul’s Drag Race UK (@dragraceukbbc) And let’s be real: this win hits deeper. It’s a celebration of Asian artistry, creativity, and resilience, finally getting its well-deserved spotlight on one of the world's biggest drag stages. From the very first episode, Gawdland made it clear she wasn’t here to play—it was givin...

There is a specific kind of bravery required to build a kingdom out of the things most people run away from. For Filipino bedroom pop artist Peej , that kingdom is a sprawling, melodic landscape of isolation, and he is ready to claim his crown.

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...