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Kapamilya star Joshua Garcia remained unfazed after recently discussing a viral AI-generated shirtless image on social media. The actor addressed the issue on May 21, 2026, during the Star Magic Spotlight Press Conference held at the Dolphy Theatre, ABS-CBN. When he first saw the fake photo, Joshua showed it to his team and joked, "Tignan n'yo yung katawan ko rito. Payatot pa ako." When reporters asked if the image caused him any distress, Joshua simply said, "Hindi naman. Kasi alam ko namang hindi ko katawan 'yon." Joshua, 28, believes he is not alone in being targeted by such deepfakes, noting the widespread prevalence of AI-generated content.  "I don't know. Like, sobrang dami ng AI sa internet. Hindi na siya makontrol. And I'm pretty sure hindi lang ako ang nakaka-experience niya sa napakaraming taon na dumaan," he stated. The actor also quipped about taking matters into his own hands to prove the image was fake, suggesting he might pos...

ABS-CBN’s newest romance-suspense drama “Love is Never Gone” immediately gripped viewers after it premiered as the number one show on Prime Video Philippines over the weekend (May 9).  The series delivered high-octane encounters in its first two episodes, showcasing Joshua Garcia and Ivana Alawi through action-packed chases and romantic scenes set against Morocco's vibrant backdrop. Viewers praised the oozing chemistry between Teo (Joshua) and Yana (Ivana) throughout their whirlwind romance as they developed from strangers to lovers. One highlight was their steamy love scene. The series opens with Teo and Yana’s fateful encounter, in which Yana steals Teo’s wallet, and what follows is an unlikely bond between them as they learn of each other’s tragic experiences. The story takes an unexpected turn when Yana’s ties to a crime syndicate lead to Teo’s wrongful imprisonment. Years later, Teo crosses paths again with Yana - who he believed died after their police chase in Morocco - but ...

ABS-CBN stars Joshua Garcia and Ivana Alawi bring romance and suspense to their first project together, “ Love Is Never Gone ,” the first Filipino series filmed in Morocco, streaming on Prime Video starting May 8. Set against the vibrant allure of Morocco, the drama showcases Joshua and Ivana in dynamic roles that blend passionate, intimate moments with gripping, high-stakes encounters. The cast of 'Love Is Never Gone' under Prime Video Joshua plays Teo, a hardworking mechanic and breadwinner who relocates to Morocco for work. His life takes an unexpected turn when he catches Yana (Ivana), a cunning crime syndicate member, stealing his wallet—only to discover she’s desperate to pay for her ailing mother’s medical bills. Their fateful encounter spirals into betrayal and revenge when Teo is led to believe Yana framed him for a crime, resulting in his wrongful imprisonment. Years later in Manila, he crosses paths with Yana again—now a socialite with a new identity. Teo (Joshua Gar...

Actress Julia Barretto says she's living her dreams these days as she and rumored boyfriend star in their first teleserye together entitled "Ngayon at Kailanman" beginning August 20 on ABS CBS. Julia looks back at the days when she was just starting in show business. "I’ve always dreamed to be on that time slot. I’ve always dreamed for this day. If before people could easily yung api-apihin ka, yung ibale-wala ka," says Julia during an interview on "Tonight With Boy Abunda" on the Kapamilya network. " Ngayon at Kailanman " will be shown after the hit television series " Ang Probinsyano." Julis adds that she is humbled for all the blessings that are coming her way. "Super thankful. So humbled. I feel the more success you achieve, it should make you an even more humble person. A better person; "Na-experience ko 'yung to have gained and to have lost. And ti have to work hard for something that you wa...

Kung okay na ang buhay ng aktor na si Joshua Garcia 8 to 10 years mula ngayon, handa na raw niyang pakasalan ang rumored girlfriend niyang si Julia Barretto. "Yes!" ang sagot ni Joshua nang tanuning kung gusto niyang pakasalan si Julia, sa isang interview sa "Tonight With Boy Abunda" sa ABS CBN. Pero hindi pa rin talaga umaamin sila Joshua at Julia tungkol sa kanilang relasyon. "OK po kami. Masaya kami at nalagpasan namin 'yung trial na dumaan. May natutunan talaga kasi ako sa nangyari na yun," ayon kay Joshua. Nang tanungin kung ano ang kanyang natutunan sa pinagdaanan nila, sinabi ni Joshua: "Yung pahalagahan kung anong meron ako." Tinanong din si Julia kung ano ang natutunan niya sa trial na dumating. Ayon kay Julia: "Matibay po pala talaga ako. Strong woman pala talaga ako. Pagnagmahal pala ako, todo-todo yung pagmamahal." Dagdag pa ni Julia: "Hindi pala ako basta-basta sumusuko sa taong mahal ko. I had t...

Megastar Sharon Cuneta laughed as her leading man Robin Padilla gamely answered the questions during the Fast Talk portion of the late-night program "Tonight With Boy Abunda" on ABS CBN. Sharon and Robin appeared on the show to promote their latest movie "Unexpectedly Yours" now showing in theaters nationwide. The movie also star the popular love team of Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia. When asked about sex or chocolates, the audience roared into laughter when Robin answered the ultimate Fast Talk question. Robin reacted in a loud manner and said "Sex!" Then he screamed the word "sex" once again. And for the third time, Robin answered "sex" in a growling sound as stamped his feet. Asked about "the best time for sex," Robin smiled as he shouted "anytime, every time, anywhere!" Here's Robin's answers to the other questions in the Fast Talk portion: * Sipag tyaga? - "Sipag" * Mapu...

Kapamilya teen heartthrob Joshua Garcia has admitted that he got jealous of teen actor Ronnie Alonte who played the role of Julia Barretto's love interest on the primetime series "A Love To Last." "Yes! Hindi maiwasan. Pero Tito Boy kailangan ko rin intindihin eh (yung ginagawa po nya). So parang wala rin akong karapatan magselos," said Garcia, when asked if he got jealous of the Alonte-Barretto tandem on the television series, during an interview on "Tonight With Boy Abunda" on ABS CBN. Asked to comment about it, Barretto said: "Okay lang naman. Iintidihin ko rin. But you have to remind him it's just a scene."                                                                        Joshua Garcia Barretto, 20, revealed that Garcia is really the jealous type. "I know him so well. Alam ko if he's ...