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‘THE Voice USA 2024’ winner Sofronio Vasquez.
PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF THE VOICE USA
‘Hello, Love, Again’ hits
P1-billion mark
The Philippine film industry celebrated a milestone as Hello, Love, Again starring Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards surpassed the P1-billion mark worldwide. This achievement makes it the first Filipino film to reach this remarkable feat.
In an ABS-CBN Films video, the lead actors shared their astonishment and gratitude:
KATHRYN Bernardo and Alden Richards.
PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF IG/ALDEN RICHARDS
“We love you a billion times. Hindi namin ini-expect na aabot po ng ganito ‘yung gross income ng Hello, Love, Again globally. No words can say how grateful we are. Maraming-maraming salamat po,” Richards said.
For her part, Bernardo said fans and moviegoers are part of the success of Hello, Love, Again.
“No words po; we are just extremely grateful. Thank you sa lahat nang sumusuporta sa movie, sa lahat ng mga kababayan natin. Grabe, parte kayo nito. Thank you for making this happen. Thank you for making this possible,” Bernardo shared.
As of 23 November, Hello, Love, Again has grossed P1.06 billion globally, solidifying its place in Philippine cinema history.
Directed by Cathy Garcia-Sampana, the movie is the sequel to the 2019 blockbuster movie Hello, Love, Goodbye.
Sofronio Vasquez is first Filipino and Asian winner of ‘The Voice USA’ Season 26
On 10 December, Sofronio Vasquez etched his name in the annals of history, triumphing as the inaugural Filipino and Asian champion of The Voice USA Season 26. His soul-stirring renditions of Sia’s “Unstoppable” and “A Million Dreams” from The Greatest Showman mesmerized millions, securing the coveted title, a $100,000 prize and a prestigious recording contract.
“Your mentorship is a gift — not just to me but to my family and every dreamer chasing big things,” Vasquez gushed to his coach Michael Bublé, moments before his victory was sealed. “You’ve opened doors I didn’t even know existed.”
Michael, in turn, couldn’t hide his emotions, saying, “What a wild, unbelievable journey it’s been to stand here with you.”
CHELSEA Manalo, the first Miss Universe Asia.
PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF MISS UNIVERSE PHILIPPINES
