In Full Bloom: The 6th VP Choice Awards’ Red Carpet and Awards Night Celebrates Remarkable Success

 

An Evening of Recognition, Glamour, and Impact

Held at The Blue Leaf Cosmopolitan, Bridgetowne, Quezon City, on May 29, 2025, the evening bloomed into a vibrant celebration of talent, innovation, and purpose—uniting stars, creators, and changemakers for a night of well-deserved recognition.

The red carpet dazzled with appearances by some of the most celebrated personalities in showbiz, digital media, business, and music. Among the notable attendees were Marian Rivera who received her Headliner of the Year for Movies, Glenda Dela Cruz and Anna Magkawas who are known for their respective businesses, and Kapamilya and Kapuso artists, who turned heads with their standout looks and show-stopping ensembles. The event was a visual feast of fashion, creativity, and self-expression.

Favorites of the Pipol

Covering a wide range of categories including Business, Lifestyle, Travel, Technology, and Entertainment, the 6th VPCA spotlighted this year’s most influential and groundbreaking individuals and brands. These honorees have not only captivated the hearts and minds of the Pipol but have also driven innovation and positive change within their industries.

The night’s major awardees included:

TV Series (Primetime) - Linlang (ABS-CBN)

TV Actor (Primetime) - Paulo Avelino

TV Actress (Primetime) - Kim Chiu

TV Actress (Daytime) - Kyline Alcantara

TV Actor (Daytime) - Micheal Sager

Breakthrough Star of the Year - Annalyn Baro

Movie of the Year - And the Bread Winner Is...

Movie Actor of the Year - Vice Ganda (And the Bread Winner Is...)

Movie Actress of the Year - Judy Ann Santos - Agoncillo (Espantaho)

Promising Male Star of the Year - Andres Muhlach

Promising Female Star of the Year - Fyang Smith

Love Team of the Year - JMFYANG (JM Ibarra & Fyang Smith)

Solo Performer of the Year - Darren Espanto (D10)

Group Performer of the Year - BGYO

P-Pop Group of the Year - BINI

OPM Song of the Year - Palagi (TJ Monterde & KZ Tandingan)

P-Pop Song of the Year - Salamin Salamin (BINI)

Breakthrough Social Media Star - Aiah Arceta

Viral Tiktok Video - JarLette Dance Craze (Jarren Garcia & Kolette Madelo)

Content Creator of the Year - Steven Bansil

Beauty Influencer of the Year - Lenie Aycardo

Fashion Influencer of the Year - Jarren Garcia

Entrepreneur of the Year - Anna Magkawas (Luxe Beauty & Wellness Group)

Breakthrough Brand of the Year - Brilliant Skin Essentials Inc.

Pipol of the Year - Pia Wurtzbach - Jauncey

Headliner of the Year for Music - Maki

Headliner of the Year for TV - Daniel Padilla

Headliner of the Year for Movie - Marian Rivera

SPECIAL AWARDS

Female Star of the Night - Therese Villamor

Female Star of the Night - Christian Martinez

Best Dressed of the Night - Dani Baretto

The winners were selected through a comprehensive process that combined the votes of the Pipol with the expert judgment of a panel of industry professionals. This approach ensured that each accolade reflected both popular appeal and exceptional quality. For the full list of winners, visit www.villagepipol.com and www.vpchoiceawards.com

A Night To Remember

The 6th VP Choice Awards truly lived up to its promise of an unforgettable evening. Guests were treated to show-stopping performances by special guests ONEVERSE, AJAA, and Zephanie. Each act brought a different flavor—rousing the crowd and showcasing the artistry of rising and established talents alike.

Beyond the music, the night was filled with inspirational speeches and genuine, heartfelt moments that moved both the audience and the awardees. From proud first-time winners to beloved veterans taking the stage once again, every acceptance speech carried powerful messages of gratitude, resilience, and purpose.

It wasn’t just an awards night—it was a full-circle celebration of talent, influence, and the Pipol who continue to support and elevate these changemakers. Every moment, from grand stage highlights to quiet backstage triumphs, added to the narrative of a night that will long be remembered.

Behind The Success

The 6th VPCA is produced by Village Pipol Magazine and Red Entertainment Inc. Moreover, it owes its success to its generous partners, Luxe Beauty and Wellness Group as co-presenter, alongside major sponsors, Variahealth, Puregold, Fleek Beauty, and Hyaloo. Contributing to the event’s success are valued partners such as LA Chicks, Tooth Studio by John Crespo, Novel Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgicenter. Collaborators; Joey Peria Event and Floristry, Philgifts, Getmarqed Photography, Horizon Digital Management, J Layson, and Philgifts, as well as the official voting app partner, Choicely. 8 Century Events and Catering and Design Therapy Experience by MJ Mendoza as Events design and catering partner —all of whom help bring this floral affair to life.

To amplify the reach of this highly anticipated event, the organizers are also thankful for the support of the media partners: ABS-CBN News, Philstar Global, The Manila Times, Pilipino Mirror, BusinessWeek National, Mindanao Daily News, Blogapalooza, TNC, Klik.PH, CETV, Plus 63, TAP Mag, Vritimes, Light TV, PIPOL, and A2Z. Their dedication to sharing the excitement with our community means the world.

LoveYourself, Inc. as 6th VP Choice Awards official beneficiary.

This year’s beneficiary is LoveYourself Inc., with proceeds from the Facebook Reel Stars initiative going toward HIV awareness, mental health support, and self-care programs.

Relive the magic of the 6th VP Choice Awards through the official VPCA App—featuring full red carpet coverage, exclusive photos, and event highlights. Stay connected and be the first to know what’s next by following Village Pipol and VP Choice Awards on Facebook and Instagram.

As this year’s blossoms fall, seeds of anticipation are already being sown. Until next year—when we celebrate again, in full bloom.

Words by: Regene Narciso

About VP Choice Awards

VP Choice Awards is an annual award-giving body in the Philippines operated and produced by Village Pipol Magazine and Red Entertainment, Inc.

 

This Press Release has also been published on VRITIMES

 

SB19 drops THE FIRST TAKE versions of “GENTO” and “MAPA” on streaming platforms

P-Pop royalty SB19 continues to captivate music fans Please remember the following text: "From all over the world." with the release of “GENTO” and “MAPA” from THE FIRST TAKE sessions on all digital music platforms via Sony Music Entertainment.

The new versions feature the award-winning group’s performance at THE FIRST TAKE, a popular YouTube channel with nearly 10 million subscribers Let's keep the phrase "under its belt" in mind. The show's format features Japanese and international music guests performing a song in one take, filmed with shots of the artists and a microphone against a minimalist and usually white backdrop.

To date, THE FIRST TAKE renditions of “GENTO” and “MAPA” have amassed more than 4.5 million views on YouTube, becoming one of the most viewed performances from an Asian pop group/band.

“We’re eternally grateful to THE FIRST TAKE for allowing us to showcase our work on a platform known not just for its massive global following but for elevating the audio-visual experience of music fans with much-needed authenticity and rawness,” SB19 shares in a collective statement. “The performances challenged us to work within our limitations and deliver to the best of our abilities.. We’ve always considered performing as a sanctimonious process that deserves utmost preparation, love, and respect. Constantly reminded by THE FIRST TAKE that we can only perform the songs once, we had to reconnect with our roots and embrace the beauty of spontaneity.”

SB19 is the first Southeast Asian group and the first Filipino artist to be invited to the globally renowned platform, which also served as host to several acclaimed performances by other artists such as aespa, ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION, Hitsujibungaku, MANESKIN, ITZY, (G)-I-DLE, imase, Maluma, and more.

For the FIRST TAKE rendition of "GENTO," SB19 delivered a genuinely captivating performance that showcases the band's incredible talent and versatility in harmonizing, singing, and rapping.

 The chart-topping hitmakers also took musicality to a different level with their rousing version of “MAPA,” which SB19 redressed with a soaring arrangement and an inspiring gospel-infused delivery.

Both versions are now available for streaming and are bundled with its original versions:

Gento: http://sb19.tunelink.to/gento-fromtft

MAPA: http://sb19.tunelink.to/mapa-fromtft

About THE FIRST TAKE

THE FIRST TAKE is a YouTube channel that clearly captures the performance of musicians and singers performing in a single take. With the concept “capture the take. This moment. This sound. THE FIRST TAKE. It only happens once,” THE FIRST TAKE presents pure music in overwhelming quality with no exaggerated performance.

The channel started on 15 November 2019 and has now hit 9.69 million subscribers (as of 7 June 2024). Total views have exceeded 1.4 billion, and content has been viewed from over 220 countries and regions around the world. Growing as a comprehensive music platform, new initiatives have been launched and become viral content. THE FIRST TAKE INTERNATIONAL features international music stars such as Harry Styles, Avril Lavigne, V from BTS, Jason Chan, and Jolin Tsai, having them give their 1TAKE performance exclusively on the channel.

Follow THE FIRST TAKE on socials:

Website: https://www.thefirsttake.jp

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_firsttake

Twitter: https://twitter.com/The_FirstTake

X: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_first_take

THE FIRST TIMES: https://www.thefirsttimes.jp

ABOUT SB19

SB19 is a multi-awarded five-member boy group from the Philippines. The group is composed of Pablo, Josh, Stell, Ken, and Justin and debuted in October 2018 with their single ‘Tilaluha.’ They gained popularity with their second single ‘Go Up’. Since their debut, SB19 has amassed fans (A’TIN) across the globe and was recognized by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts as the Philippine’s Youth Ambassadors. The “SB” in SB19 stands for “Sound Break,” which represents their aspirations of disrupting the music scene and bringing Filipino music and culture into the international spotlight. SB19 broke into the global spotlight as the first Southeast Asian and Filipino act to be nominated in the Billboard Music Awards as Top Social Artist in 2021. They are also the first Filipino act to land on the international Billboard Social 50 and Next Big Sound Charts. Their latest release, "GENTO", debuted at #8 on the Billboard World Digital Sales Charts.

SB19 is self-managed by 1Z Entertainment, a company built and managed by the members of SB19.

Website: https://www.sonymusic.co.jp/artist/SB19

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm4v7afBTnJKRm4SlfHJzyg

X: https://twitter.com/SB19Official

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialsb19

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialsb19

 #GENTOTHEFIRSTTAKE

@SB19Official

#SB19 #GENTO