“Resident Evil” releases chilling new posters, along with a new featurette of director Zach Cregger on the survival horror genre

 

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Two new posters have been revealed for Resident Evil , a thrilling new horror movie from Barbarian and Weapons director Zach Cregger. A reimagining of the beloved Resident Evil franchise, the film follows Bryan, a medical courier whose day devolves in a nightmare of unimaginable proportions.

A new featurette has also dropped that focuses on Zach Cregger and his imagining of Resident Evil. The director talks about his love for the games, the survival horror genre, and how it all shapes the overall vision for his film. 

Watch the featurette: https://youtu.be/a_jwF65cF5Y

Check out the posters: 

Resident Evil unleashes horror in Philippine cinemas, including IMAX, on September 16.

About Resident Evil:

From the mind of visionary filmmaker Zach Cregger (Weapons, Barbarian) comes a thrilling – and terrifying – reinvention of the Resident Evil franchise. In an all-new story, Resident Evil follows Bryan (Austin Abrams), a medical courier who unwittingly finds himself in an action- packed, non-stop race for survival as one fateful, horrifying night collapses around him in chaos.

From Columbia Pictures and Constantin Film, in association with Tristar Pictures Resident Evil hits theatres September 2026.

Directed by: Zach Cregger

Written by: Zach Gregger & Shay Hatten

Produced by: Robert Kulzer, Zach Cregger, Roy Lee, Carter Swan, Asad Qizilbash

Executive Producers: Oliver Berben, Victor Hadida, Richard Wright, Robert Bernacci

Cast: Austin Abrams, Zach Cherry, Kali Reis, and Paul Walter Hauser 

Credits not final

Ayala Malls Cinemas unleashes a new tale of terror with the exclusive release of “Obsession”

 

Arrives in the PH May 27 with Early Access Screenings on May 23

Ayala Malls Cinemas expands its roster of curated, world-class exclusive titles with critically acclaimed, original horror film Obsession. The movie is directed by a new voice in horror, Curry Barker, who went viral for his 2024 found footage horror film Milk & Serial. Obsession is a story of a hopeless romantic, who in a desperate bid to capture the heart of the girl he likes, makes a wish on a kitschy “One Wish Willow” toy. He finds himself getting exactly what he needs, but soon discovers that wishes can come with a dark, sinister price.

Director Baker shares his motivation for weaving this dark story for the big screen. “With Obsession, I wanted to tell a story about how far someone’s fixation on another person can go. At what point does something we call love stop being love? And beyond that, what does the word “love” even mean?” 

Baker also wants his film to leave a lasting impression on the viewers, stating, “I want people leaving the theater still talking - arguing over how they felt, what they would have done differently, and whether what they saw was love or obsession.” 

Watch the trailer (FB): https://tinyurl.com/mrykzwv

Dedicated to providing cinemagoers the best in current and classic cinema, Obsession is one of the newest films that create the diverse set of Ayala Malls Cinema exclusive films. Enjoy a scary movie night with fellow horror enthusiasts in the perfect setting, in the comfortable and state of the art cinemas at Ayala Malls. Frights feel even more real with the latest in screen and audio technology.

Book your tickets to Obsession with Ayala Malls Cinemas revamped ticketing site, Ayala All Access. Their newest online hub provides convenience in checking out the latest in films. Cinemagoers can book their tickets from the comfort of their own homes. Obsession opens exclusively at Ayala Malls Cinemas on May 27. Be the first to catch the film with Ayala Mall Cinemas’ Early Access Screenings on May 23, 6:30PM, at Trinoma, Glorietta, and Ayala Malls Manila Bay. Check out details of the promo and participating movies at the Ayala Malls Cinemas’ Facebook and Instagram.

About Ayala Malls Cinemas:

Ayala Malls Cinemas is the country’s premier destination for elevated moviegoing with theatres designed for comfort, quality, and cutting‑edge technology. Ayala Malls Cinemas delivers crystal‑clear projection, immersive sound, and refined amenities at every theater, with premium formats such as 4DX, A-Giant, and MyCinema in select locations —details that make all the difference. As part of Ayala Malls’ commitment to creating memorable experiences, Ayala Malls Cinemas continues to redefine how Filipinos enjoy the big screen across its malls nationwide. 

JUNE 2026

 

Don’t miss these titles, opening in cinemas in June 2026! 

#MastersOfTheUniverse

Photo credit: Columbia Pictures

June 3 - Masters of the Universe (Columbia Pictures)

Cast: Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Alison Brie, James Purefoy, Morena Baccarin, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Charlotte Riley. Featuring Kristin Wiig as the voice of “Roboto” with Jared Leto and Idris Elba

Directed by: Travis Knight

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRGbJIiNDqc 

Official synopsis: 

In “Masters of the Universe,” director Travis Knight brings the legendary franchise back to the big screen in this epic live-action adventure. After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam (Nicholas Galitzine) back to Eternia where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor (Jared Leto). To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela (Camila Mendes) and Duncan/Man-At-Arms (Idris Elba), and embrace his true destiny as He-Man – the most powerful man in the universe.  

Photo credit: A24 / Ayala Malls Cinemas

June 3 - Queer (Ayala Malls Cinemas exclusive)

Cast: Daniel Craig, Drew Starkey, Lesley Manville, Jason Schwartzman

Directed by: Luca Guadagnino

Trailer: https://youtu.be/eknj5_0tF2s   

Official Synopsis: 

In 1950s Mexico City, William Lee, an American ex-pat in his late forties, leads a solitary life amidst a small American community. However, the arrival in town of Eugene Allerton, a young student, stirs William into finally establishing a meaningful connection with someone.  

#ScaryMovie

Photo credit: Paramount Pictures

June 10 - Scary Movie (Paramount Pictures)

Cast: Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Anna Faris, Regina Hall, Kenan Thompson, Dave Sheridan, Lochlyn Munro, Kim Wayans, Cheri Oteri, Chris Elliott, Damon Wayans Jr., Heidi Gardner, Olivia Rose Keegan, Cameron Scott Roberts, Savannah Lee Nassif, Sydney Park, Gregg Wayans, Benny Zielke, Ruby Snowber

Directed by: Michael Tiddes

Trailer: https://youtu.be/2aMPPfmP5cY   

Official Synopsis: 

Twenty-six years after outrunning a suspiciously familiar masked killer (“Ghostface”), the Core Four are back in the killer’s crosshairs and no horror movie IP is safe. Marlon Wayans (“Shorty”), Shawn Wayans (“Ray”), Anna Faris (“Cindy”), and Regina Hall (“Brenda”) reunite in Scary Movie alongside returning favorites and fresh faces to slash through reboots, remakes, requels, prequels, sequels, spin-offs, elevated horror, origin stories, anything with the word legacy in it, and every “final chapter” that absolutely isn’t final. Nothing is sacred. No trope survives. Every line gets crossed. The Wayans are back to cancel the Cancel Culture.  

Photo credit: Universal Pictures

June 10 - Disclosure Day (Universal Pictures)

Cast: Emily Blunt, Josh O’Connor, Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, and Colman Domingo

Directed by: Steven Spielberg

Trailer: https://youtu.be/5-aSgo3ZL6g 

Official synopsis: 

If you found out we weren’t alone, if someone showed you, proved it to you, would that frighten you? This summer, the truth belongs to seven billion people. 

We are coming close to … Disclosure Day. 

#Supergirl

Photo credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

June 24 - Supergirl (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Cast: Milly Alcock, Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, and Jason Momoa

Directed by: Craig Gillespie

Trailer: https://youtu.be/q4Zz5Evgrbg  

Official synopsis: 

When an unexpected and ruthless adversary strikes too close to home, Kara Zor-El, aka Supergirl (Milly Alcock), reluctantly joins forces with an unlikely companion on an epic, interstellar journey of vengeance and justice.

*Schedules are subject to change without prior notice.* 

HOPE Wins Prestigious Global and Regional Awards for its "Generation HOPE" Initiative

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HOPE, a pioneering impact organization and the Philippines' first Certified B Corp, has been recognized on the global stage for its Generation HOPE campaign, securing two major industry accolades for its commitment to Philippine education. The initiative was honored with the 2026 Global Gold Quill Award for Nonprofit Sector Communication from the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) and the NGO and Charity Award from the Public Relations and Communications Association Asia-Pacific (PRCA APAC) Awards 2026. 

The Generation HOPE campaign was launched in collaboration with the Department of Education (DepEd) and seven founding partners to address the critical classroom gap in the Philippines. By transforming everyday consumer choices into direct investments in public school infrastructure, the campaign empowered Filipinos to participate in nation-building through simple, daily transactions.

The campaign's success was driven by a diverse group of brand partners who integrated social impact into their core offerings. BDO launched the HOPE Mastercard, which matched a PHP5 donation from BDO for every PHP 1,000 spent, while Grab introduced the "Grab HOPE Hour", which raised donations with every ride and order placed. Retail and lifestyle partners also played a pivotal role: SM Supermalls donated PHP 5 from every movie ticket sold with "HOPE in a Movie," Penshoppe released a dedicated HOPE apparel collection, and Sunnies Studios commemorated their 10-classroom donation with limited-edition flask and cleaning lens designs. Rounding out the initiative, Carmen's Best offered "HOPE in a Scoop"  and “HOPE in a Pint”, where each ice cream purchase directly supports HOPE, and The Aivee Clinic launched a signature Aivee x HOPE Travel Tote with proceeds supporting the cause.

Generation HOPE merchandise and programs launched in 2025, together with partner brands

In 2025 alone, HOPE funded the construction of 25 classrooms across the country. The organization has built 167 classrooms since it was founded in 2012 and has directly benefited over 53,000 students who previously faced overcrowded and under-resourced learning environments.

Recent milestones include the turnover of two fully equipped classrooms by Sunnies Studios in Alitagtag, Batangas, and the groundbreaking of five new classrooms by Penshoppe in Paombong, Bulacan. Other ongoing projects include developments in Albay, Pampanga, and across Negros Occidental and Oriental.

"These awards are a testament to the power of collective action. We believe that everyone has the capacity to give HOPE, and by partnering with brands that choose to invest in public school education, we've shown the power of Business for Good. Our goal was to make it easy for every Filipino to contribute to nation-building through education—whether by simply buying a t-shirt, booking a ride, or watching a movie. Seeing that vision turn into new classrooms our students can use is just the beginning of what we can achieve together," said Nanette Medved-Po, HOPE Chairperson and Founder. 

COMCO Mundo League of Enterprises, a global award-winning communications group, serves as HOPE’s official PR and communications partner for the Generation HOPE campaign. 

To know more about HOPE’s 2025 Impact Report, please visit generationhope.ph/hope-impact.  Follow HOPE on Facebook at facebook.com/generationhope.ph or @generationhope.ph on Instagram for more updates. 

   

The Philippines ranks 2nd in workplace happiness, Jobstreet by SEEK reports

 

Purpose at work seen as main driver 

77% of Filipino employees shared that they are “extremely happy” (33%) or “somewhat happy” (44%) in their workplace

Filipino employees are reportedly the second-happiest at work, next to Indonesia in the Asia-Pacific region, according to the latest Workplace Happiness Index: Philippines 2025 by Jobstreet by SEEK. 

Leading online career platform Jobstreet by SEEK conducted a region-wide survey from October to November 2025, with over 10,500 employed individuals across the Asia-Pacific, of whom 1,000 were Filipino workers aged 18 to 64 nationwide. The report highlights workers’ evolving preference for the importance of work purpose, personal wellbeing, and career growth alongside salary and flexibility.

The report shows 77% of Filipino workers said they are somewhat or extremely happy at work, placing the Philippines among the happiest workforces in the region, following Indonesia at 82%. This happiness is largely driven by a strong sense of purpose, with employees valuing meaningful work and alignment with company goals more than monetary compensation alone.

In terms of happiness at work by region, respondents in Visayas were found to be the happiest (82%), followed by NCR (77%), while Luzon and Mindanao tied last (76%). Interestingly, happiness at work is similar across Luzon, the Visayas, and Mindanao, suggesting that workers in the Philippines are broadly united in their sentiment towards workplace happiness.

Drivers of happiness at work

Jobstreet by SEEK’s latest findings highlighted that Filipino workers are now looking beyond compensation and hybrid work setups. Employees increasingly associate their workplace happiness with their sense of purpose, learning and development opportunities, and day-to-day responsibilities. 

The latest report found that 77% of respondents feel valued at work, while 74% described their jobs as fulfilling, revealing widespread positivity and satisfaction within the workplace.

While salary remained the top factor to attract and retain employees, purpose at work—how their work contributes to the overall company and personal goals—has a stronger impact on overall engagement and personal satisfaction, the report reveals. 

Career progression also emerged as a major factor influencing retention, with 55% of respondents saying they think about changing careers somewhat or extremely often. Employees dissatisfied with career progression opportunities were significantly more likely to consider leaving their jobs, which is a key factor in considering clear development pathways among hirers. 

Silent struggles among Filipino workers

Despite broad happiness levels, Jobstreet by SEEK reports that stress and burnout are having an impact on workers. Only two in five (41%) report being in control of their stress levels, while 38% said they are burnt out or extremely exhausted with their jobs. 

Meanwhile, concerns surrounding artificial intelligence continue to emerge across industries, with 41% of workers expressing concern about AI’s potential impact on their jobs. Although job security is not heavily emphasized in driving happiness, these are potential challenges that companies may want to watch for as workplaces advance.

“The report only shows how employee preferences are evolving and how their work environment shapes their overall happiness and sense of purpose. Jobstreet by SEEK, through this study, seeks to empower hirers in navigating these shifts and creating workplaces that foster talent engagement and long-term growth,” shared Dannah Majarocon, Managing Director of Jobstreet by SEEK in the Philippines. 

Overall, workers who feel happy in their roles are nearly twice as likely to feel motivated to go above and beyond for their employer. This reveals that when businesses put employee happiness at the heart of their culture, they’re rewarded with greater engagement, productivity, and retention.

Learn more about Jobstreet by SEEK by visiting https://www.jobstreet.com.ph/ 

Meet the Heroes of Eternia who joins forces with the legendary He–Man in “Masters of the Universe”

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New featurette available!

Dian (Christiaan Bettridge), Ram Man (Jon Xue Zhang), Teela (Camila Mendes), Adam (Nicholas Galitzine), Man at Arms (Idris Elba), Fisto (Johannes Haukur Johannesson) in Masters of the Universe

A prince far from his homeworld, with a few faces from the past to bring him back. In Masters of the Universe, Prince Adam (Nicholas Galitzine) grows up on Earth, having been sent there from Eternia for his own safety. As he grows to adulthood, familiar friends call upon him to wield the Sword of Power, and claim his destiny as He-Man, the most powerful man in the universe. Meet the heroes of Eternia who fight alongside He-Man against the evil forces of Skeletor (Jared Leto).

Watch the “Heroes of Eternia” vignette: https://youtu.be/VvPxI2YcTUE

Camila Mendes stars as Teela in Masters of the Universe

One of the first people to call on him was Teela (Camila Mendes), a former student turned warrior goddess with special insights into the power of Grayskull. Along with her father, Man-At-Arms, they’ve been a force to be reckoned with back in Eternia, ruled by the tyrant Skeletor. “Teela is independent and self-sufficient. She had to grow up fast after her father sort of gave up on life a little bit,” Mendes says. “She had to toughen up and look after herself, in addition to looking after her father. I think she's been hardened by that experience. But deep down, she has this inner sensitivity and really deep empathy.” 

Idris Elba stars as Man-At-Arms in Masters of the Universe

Teela’s father, Duncan, a.k.a. Man-At-Arms, is also an important figure in Adam’s past. The powerful warrior served under Adam’s father, King Randor, and currently leads the fight against Skeletor. Idris Elba, who plays Man-At-Arms, has been a longtime fan of Masters of the Universe, and is hoping to pass the magic on to the new generation. “Everyone wanted to be He-Man,” he recalls. “It's a massive slice of nostalgia and just being a part of it as an actor feels like an honor. I've got my son who's young and into it as well. So passing that on, and being in a film that he might want to see feels good.”

He-Man’s other allies are veteran warriors that have existed as memories from his childhood. One of them is the headstrong Ram Man, played by Jon Xue Zhang. “Ram Man is often described as the human battering ram,” Zhang says. “He's got springs for legs. He's very strong and he has a propensity for using his head to resolve problems. It may not be in the most intelligent way, but it's certainly the most direct way.”

Mekaneck, played by James Wilkinson, lengthens his already towering height by his odd, extendable neck. “He had this crazy-bad injury with his neck,” Wilkinson explains. “Man-At-Arms did a bunch of work on him and he then got this superpower of an extendable neck. Now he uses it to protect other people. So he had this tragic accident and then decided to help people.”

Fisto is not actually named that, but young Adam bestowed the nickname upon Malcom due to his prosthetic iron hand. “Fisto and Man-At-Arms, they're brothers. And my character saved his life in battle, but lost an arm in the process. So, Man-At-Arms builds him this fist,” explains Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, who plays Fisto.

Watch these heroes fight against the ultimate evil as Masters of the Universe arrives in Philippine cinemas on June 3. 

Sun Life Appoints Bianca Ilibasic as Managing Director, Sun Life Global Solutions

 

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Bianca to lead Sun Life Global Solutions India and Philippines offices.

Manila | May 18, 2026 – Sun Life has appointed Bianca Ilibasic as the Managing Director for its global capability centre, Sun Life Global Solutions (SLGS). She previously served as Vice President & Chief Operations Officer, Sun Life Asia.

In her new role, Bianca will lead SLGS across India and the Philippines, providing strategic direction to multi-functional teams spanning Technology, Operations, Analytics, Actuarial, HR, Finance, and Risk & Compliance. Her mandate is to further scale SLGS as a high-impact, enterprise capability supporting Sun Life across 28 markets.

During her time in Asia, Bianca advanced straight-through processing, accelerated digital adoption, and shaped a forward-looking AI roadmap to drive business growth — strengthening shared platforms and enabling scalable outcomes.

Commenting on the appointment, Laura Money, EVP and Chief Information and Technology Innovation Officer, Sun Life, said, “Over the past four years, Bianca has been a driving force behind operational excellence and digital transformation, leading with clarity, courage, and a deep commitment to our Purpose. Advancing our AI roadmap and scaling impact across common platforms, Bianca has been consistently delivering results while building strong, empowered teams. She is a visionary, insights driven leader who brings energy, heart, and ambition to everything she does, and I could not be more thrilled to see her step into this role.”

Reflecting on the opportunity, Bianca added: “I am excited to begin this new chapter. Sun Life Global Solutions is more than a capability centre — excellence, innovation, and dedication are consistently demonstrated via brilliant, passionate teams across India and the Philippines who support our Purpose and our Clients every single day. What excites me most is the opportunity to build on our foundation and deepen partnerships, accelerate transformation, and relentlessly focus on outcomes that truly matter to our Clients.” 

Bianca’s appointment marks a defining moment for SLGS, strengthening its role as both a strategic engine for enterprise value and a platform where empowered teams can shape what’s next for Sun Life. We look forward to everything Bianca and the SLGS team will achieve together.