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ABS-CBN Studios and Prime Video's collaborative series "The Silent Noise" won Best Asian Content at the Global OTT Awards 2026 in South Korea, held last June 20. The limited-series mystery-thriller has bested entries from Thailand, Japan, China, and Taiwan. Critics touted it for using silence as a powerful storytelling tool and for balancing gripping suspense with emotional depth. Its show director, Onat Diaz, received the award on the show's behalf, expressing gratitude to the award-giving body and to those who made the show possible. "Winning this award will be very meaningful and encouraging for our team in the Philippines because it reaffirms our belief in fearlessly telling our stories with much passion, and creates genuine interactions with our audiences that will cut across borders in different territories," Onat shared in his acceptance speech. This is the Philippines' first win at the Global OTT Awards, in the Best Asian Content category. On the...

Have you ever heard of loyalty testers? These undercover agents are hired to tempt partners and expose the truth behind relationships. At a recent media conference for Prime Video’s much-anticipated series "The Loyalty Game," Creative Manager Jay Fernando pulled back the curtain on a real-world phenomenon: loyalty testers—individuals paid to put romantic relationships to the ultimate test. "Loyalty testers truly exist," Jay explained. "They became a viral sensation on social media, especially during the lockdowns of 2020." He elaborated, "Imagine this: women hiring other women—or even men—to flirt with their significant others, all to uncover the truth about fidelity. A loyalty tester is paid to seduce, to spark temptation, and ultimately to reveal if a partner will remain true or stray." "So, while loyalty testers are real, our series 'The Loyalty Game' dives deep into this world—building its story around the secrets, risks, and emo...

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...

The cast and directors from the Prime Video New Philippine Originals Class Photo (Image by Prime Video, Artu Nepomuceno)   Prime Video has unveiled seven Filipino Prime Original series at Prime Video Presents: Philippines, its first-ever local slate announcement in the country, along with a lineup of exclusive local licensed content and additional Korean series coming in 2026.  The lineup marks a significant expansion of Prime Video's investment in Filipino storytelling through collaborations with leading studios ABS-CBN and GMA, delivering premium storytelling that spans family drama, political thriller, psychological suspense, romance, crime, and comedy. Prime Video: Your one-stop entertainment destination Prime Video brings Filipino audiences everything they love to watch—all in one place, for just ₱149 per month. From local originals that celebrate Filipino storytelling, such as Linlang, Saving Grace, and LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines, to well-loved global hits like T...