: Streaming platforms are leaning heavily into local talent. The 2026 slate includes ambitious projects like the dystopian action series BuyBust: The Undesirables starring Anne Curtis, and the YA romance film 18th Rose featuring Xyriel Manabat and Kyle Echarri.
: Sustainability is no longer a niche; it is a priority. Many students are championing ukay-ukay (secondhand) fashion and seeking out eco-friendly makeup brands with recyclable packaging.
: Groups like BINI and SB19 are reaching unprecedented heights, with BINI performing at major international events like Coachella and both groups slated for Summer Sonic 2026 in Japan.
