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Five things about 'Meet, Greet & Bye' that will give you the feels

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Nikka Avegail Sabio

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<div><strong><em></em></strong><em></em><em>Content Warning: May contain spoilers from the film.</em></div><p>Star Cinema’s <em>Meet, Greet &amp; Bye</em> is the newest addition to ABS-CBN’s lineup of heartfelt, family-centered films that beautifully capture the essence of home, love, and sacrifice.</p><p>Starring Joshua Garcia, Belle Mariano, Juan Karlos, Piolo Pascual, and Maricel Soriano, the movie follows the story of the Facundo siblings who will do everything for their family, especially for their mother, who faces a life-changing diagnosis.</p><p>Here are five things <em>Meet, Greet &amp; Bye</em> will surely make you feel after the credits roll:</p><div> </div><div><strong>The Unbreakable Bond of Siblinghood</strong></div><div><br/></div><p>At the heart of the film is the bond shared by the Facundo siblings. From eldest brother Tupe (Piolo Pascual), second son Brad (Joshua Garcia), quirky third son Leo (Juan Karlos), and strong-willed youngest Geri (Belle Mariano), each child reflects a different side of the Filipino family experience.</p><div> </div><div><strong></strong></div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPi0USsE79p/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A3189478.9%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><strong></strong></div><div><br/></div><div> </div><p>The movie portrays the siblings’ perfectly imperfect relationship - full of love, conflict, forgiveness, and acceptance. One memorable scene that stands out shows them setting aside their differences to grant their mother’s wish: a ticket to her beloved Korean oppa’s fan meeting. It’s a touching reminder that despite the arguments and misunderstandings, family will always come together when it matters most.</p><div> </div><div><strong>The Great love for Mom</strong></div><div><br/></div><p>Beyond sibling dynamics, Meet, Greet &amp; Bye shines through its heartfelt depiction of a mother’s love and her children’s unwavering devotion in return. Maricel Soriano’s character, Mommy Baby, faces the return of her cancer diagnosis, prompting her children to do everything they can to make her happy and convince her to continue treatment.</p><p>From trying a faith healer’s drink to getting scammed just to buy her fan meeting ticket, the siblings’ journey is both heartbreaking and endearing. It shows how Filipino families often express love through action, sacrifice, and humor even in the hardest of times.</p><div> </div><div><strong></strong></div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-1" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ_XAIXjcFy/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A1%2C%22os%22%3A3189484.0000000005%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-1" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><strong></strong></div><div><br/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><div><strong>The Joy and Fullness of Family Mealtime</strong></div><div><br/></div><p>Few things feel more Filipino than sharing a meal together, and <em>Meet, Greet &amp; Bye</em> captures that sense of warmth and belonging perfectly. One particularly touching moment is when the Facundos sit down for a family meal after Tupe returns home from the US. From a mother remembering each child’s favorite dish to using mealtime as a way to mend emotional rifts, the scene reflects how food often becomes a bridge for love and reconciliation. </p><p>A fair warning to viewers: these scenes (plus their famous lechon) will make you crave a home-cooked meal or a festive family gathering afterward.</p><div> </div><div><strong></strong></div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQyGdN4k9Gh/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A3189488.1999999997%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="511" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><strong></strong></div><div><br/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><div><strong>The Life of a Fangirl</strong></div><div><br/></div><p>Adding a unique twist to the story is Mommy Baby’s passion for her favorite Korean actor, Park Seo-joon. Her fangirling moments provide lighthearted relief and a strong emotional message that fandom knows no age, gender, status or even health conditions.</p><p>The film beautifully portrays how being a fan can bring joy, inspiration, and even healing. In Mommy Baby’s case, her love for her idol gives her strength and helps bring her family closer together much like how fandoms unite people in real life.</p><div> </div><div><strong></strong></div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-3" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQ5nW1wk2Nt/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A3%2C%22os%22%3A3193359.5000000005%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="511" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-3" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><strong></strong></div><div><br/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><div><strong>The Push and Pull Between Reaching and Giving Up Dreams</strong></div><div><br/></div><p>Each Facundo sibling’s story reflects a different dream and the reality that pursuing those dreams sometimes means letting go of something or someone you love. In one of the film’s most powerful scenes, the much-awaited family confrontation, each character faces their own truth: the one who shoulders responsibility, the one who sacrifices personal ambition, the one who wants to make things right, the one who feels left behind, the one who continue to move forward despite challenges and the one who chooses forgiveness.</p><div> </div><div><strong></strong></div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ8_8OfjMY7/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A3193580.9%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div> <strong></strong></div><p>Through these emotional moments, <em>Meet, Greet &amp; Bye</em> reminds audiences that success is not just about achievements but about staying grounded in love, family, and compassion.</p><div> </div><div><strong></strong></div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-5" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ6tY2WE6OC/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A5%2C%22os%22%3A3194320.1%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="567" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-5" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><strong></strong></div><div><br/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><p>With its heart-tugging story, relatable characters, and powerful performances, <em>Meet, Greet &amp; Bye </em>is a celebration of love, dreams, and the family ties that hold us together.</p><div> </div><div><strong></strong></div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-6" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQ-9dsLCemi/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A6%2C%22os%22%3A3195196.0000000005%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-6" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><strong></strong></div><div><br/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><p>Catch <em>Meet, Greet &amp; Bye</em> in cinemas across Australia, New Zealand, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, US, Canada, Guam, UK, Ireland, Austria, Italy and France. It premires in Greece on November 22 and Spain on November 23. Screenings in Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, Brunei, Papua New Guinea, and Cambodia will follow throughout November and December.</p>

<p>Joshua Garcia, Belle Mariano, Piolo Pascual, Juan Karlos, Maricel Soriano show what great love for family is all about.</p>

Joshua Garcia, Belle Mariano, Piolo Pascual, Juan Karlos, Maricel Soriano show what great love for family is all about.

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Five things about 'Meet, Greet & Bye' that will give you the feels

Nikka Sabio,

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Published Nov 19, 2025 04:23 PM PHT

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