A string of surprises set the showbiz scene ablaze as Filipino artists and international icons converge together for collaborations. Francine Diaz and Seo In Guk, for one, offered us a major treat when the two merged for a track titled “My Love.”

Another talented actress, Julia Barretto, is teaming up with Asian talents Sang Heon Lee and Nicholas Saputra for an exciting series on Viu.

Liza Soberano, meanwhile, with her unwavering determination, has turned her dreams into reality as her recent international venture in Hollywood proved her value as an actress and global artist.

Truly, there is no stopping these superb talents—newcomer or seasoned; rising or superstar. Browse the gallery below to read more about them:

Francine Diaz - Fans are in for a treat as Filipina talent Francine Diaz and South Korean star Seo In Guk combined forces for a collaboration to remember. Francine and In Guk did a new English duet version of the R&B track “My Love,” and are currently on the digital cover of Metro. Francine described her experience as a dream come true, as In Guk specifically chose her to team up with him.Gee Plamenco, Jr.

Francine Diaz With Seo In GukGee Plamenco, Jr.

Heart Evangelista - Besides her existing brand endorsements, last year, style connoisseur and socialite Heart Evangelista teased a collaboration with talented Italian fashion designer Giambattista Valli. The Filipina icon shared on her Instagram that “something exciting” is transpiring soon. @edward.berthelot via @iamhearte

Heart Evangelista With Giambattista Valli@edward.berthelot via @iamhearte

James Reid - James Reid and South Korean singer-rapper B.I recently created a playful crossover through the track “Jacuzzi.” Before, the men met backstage at a concert in South Korea, and B.I then convinced James to perform at his Philippine show. It has since been an unbreakable bond between the boys. Last year, James also collaborated with Singaporean singer-songwriter Benjamin Kheng for James' single titled 'Rock Bottom Blues.'@louisvuitton via @james

James Reid With B.I@shxxbi131

James Reid With Benjamin Kheng

Janella Salvador - Janella Salvador is set to star alongside Thai actor Win Metawin in the cross-border collaboration “Under Parallel Skies.” The film follows the tale of two people who crossed paths and encountered each other—one struggling to move on from a sore past and another whose presence affects the former’s life and his future.@kimweeebol_ via @superjanella

Janella Salvador With Win MetawinIMDb

Juan Karlos Labajo - In October 2023, local hitmaker Juan Karlos Labajo landed the stage to perform at Lukas Graham’s show in the Philippines. The Danish band was down to see the Filipino singer and invited him to the concert. It was an iconic spectacle as well when Lukas Graham sang JK’s “Ere.”@hm via @juankarlos

Juan Karlos Labajo With Lukas Graham@juankarlos

Julia Barretto - Starring in Viu’s regional series “Secret Ingredient” are top Asian talents Julia Barretto, our very own; Indonesian showbiz icon Nicholas Saputra; and South Korean star Sang Heon Lee. The three were brought together for the food-centric offering, where Julia will take on the role of Sang Heon Lee’s character’s lost love.@bjpascual via @juliabarretto

Julia Barretto With Sang Heon Lee (left) and Nicholas Saputra (right)@viuphilippines

Liza Soberano - In the Hollywood film “Lisa Frankenstein,” which is headlined by American actors Cole Sprouse and Kathryn Newton, Liza Soberano breathes life into a lady named Taffy Swallows, a narcissistic but kind and bubbly stepsister. The project serves as Liza’s first foray into international cinema and the Hollywood circuit. @lizasoberano

Liza Soberano With Cole Sprouse (left) and Kathryn Newton (middle)@kimweeebol_

Lovi Poe - Lovi Poe shows no signs of slowing down as her second film in Hollywood just finished its production. Titled “Bad Man,” the project stars a stellar cast consisting of Seann William Scott of “American Pie,” Johnny Simmons of “The Perks of Being a Wallflower,” Rob Riggle of “21 Jump Street”, and many more!@lovipoe

Lovi Poe With Seann William Scott@lovipoe

Melai Cantiveros-Francisco - In the Melai Cantiveros starrer “Ma’am Chief: Shakedown in Seoul,” the actress was able to share the same screen with South Korean stars Do Ji Han and Lee Seung Gi. The actors had appearances in the movie, making Melai even more enthusiastic and proud of the project.@mrandmrsfrancisco

Melai Cantiveros With Do Ji Han@mrandmrsfrancisco

Melai Cantiveros With Lee Seung Gi@iamdsmaxene via @mrandmrsfrancisco

SB19 - American artist and singer-songwriter Jvke reached out to SB19 for the remix of his single “Golden Hour.” In September 2023, the P-pop supergroup performed with the music personality in the US, singing parts of the song in Filipino, amusing the international audience and fans.@geloyconcepcion via @officialsb19

SB19 With Jvke (Middle)@officialsb19

Lead photos from @viuphilippines and @kimweeebol_ and by Gee Plamenco, Jr.

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