QUEZON CITY, PHILIPPINES, February 17, 2020-- Everyday viewing is made more fun and exciting with the new talk and magazine shows that TFC brings to its subscribers worldwide, which ranges from business ideas, down to inspiring stories that will surely brighten up your day.

There are nine new talk shows and magazine programs that you can watch, with new episodes airing every week. These new programs are part of TFC’s enhanced grid, where watching your favorite shows is made more fun and exciting.

Mondays: Real Talk: The Heart of the Matter

Kick-off the week with some women empowerment in “Real Talk: The Heart of the Matter” with hosts Dyan Castillejo and Mikee Cojuangco-Jaworski, and resident advisor Pastora Monique Ong. Each episode tackles different topics that matter to every woman like family, health, and lifestyle.

Catch it every Monday at 2:30 p.m. (Pacific), 8:00 a.m. (Saudi/London), 9:00 a.m. (Dubai/Rome), 5:10 p.m. (HK/SG), 6:10 p.m. (Japan), 4:30 p.m. (Guam), 5:30 p.m. (AEDT), and 7:30 p.m. (NZDT).

Tuesdays: Overseas Filipino Winners

Get some real-life tips on starting a business or moving your career forward from Filipinos all over the world who experienced it first-hand which you will hear with renowned journalist Karen Davila in her FYE talk show “Overseas Filipino Winners.”

Watch its new episode every Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. (Pacific), 8:00 a.m. (Saudi/London), 9:00 a.m. (Dubai/Rome), 5:10 p.m. (HK/SG), 6:10 p.m. (Japan), 4:30 p.m. (Guam), 5:30 p.m. (AEDT), and 7:30 p.m. (NZDT).

Wednesdays: Lakas Tawa

Life could be challenging at times, but laughter makes it more bearable. Join Alex Calleja as finds the lighter side in handling everyday struggles in FYE’s “Lakas Tawa” that will surely give you a good belly laugh.

Catch it every Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. (Pacific), 8:00 a.m. (Saudi/London), 9:00 a.m. (Dubai/Rome), 5:10 p.m. (HK/SG), 6:10 p.m. (Japan), 4:30 p.m. (Guam), 5:30 p.m. (AEDT), and 7:30 p.m. (NZDT).

Thursdays: Bawal Ma-Stress Drilon

Giving the viewers a fun and inspiring discussion with different guests is what Ces Drilon delivers in FYE’s “Bawal Ma-stress Drilon.” The program features the guests’ inspiring stories of success plus never-heard-before fun facts about them.

Watch it every Thursday at 2:30 p.m. (Pacific), 8:00 a.m. (Saudi/London), 9:00 a.m. (Dubai/Rome), 5:10 p.m. (HK/SG), 6:10 p.m. (Japan), 4:30 p.m. (Guam), 5:30 p.m. (AEDT), and 7:30 p.m. (NZDT).

Fridays: Kumustar Ka with Papa Ahwel

Join Ahwel Paz as he catches up with the guest celebrities in FYE’s “Kumustar Ka with Papa Ahwel.” Be in the loop on what’s new with your favorite stars, from the projects they are working on up to the latest craze they are trying out in their free time.

The catch up happens every Friday at 2:30 p.m. (Pacific), 8:00 a.m. (Saudi/London), 9:00 a.m. (Dubai/Rome), 5:10 p.m. (HK/SG), 6:10 p.m. (Japan), 4:30 p.m. (Guam), 5:30 p.m. (AEDT), and 7:30 p.m. (NZDT).

Saturdays: Pop Cinema, Real Talk With Darbs, and Metro Chats

Three’s a charm every Saturday as you enjoy three talk shows that will suit your viewing needs.

There is FYE’s “Pop Cinema” where Bianca Gonzales and MJ Felipe talk about the latest happenings in showbiz, which you may watch at 7:00 a.m. (Pacific), 6:00 a.m. (Saudi/London), 7:00 a.m. (Dubai/Rome), 6:00 a.m. (HK/SG), 7:00 a.m. (Japan), 8:00 a.m. (Guam), 9:00 a.m. (AEDT), and 11:00 a.m. (NZDT).

While Kuya Darbs gives upfront love and life advice in “Real Talk with Darbs,” happening at 11:00 a.m. (Pacific), 10:00 a.m. (Saudi), 11:00 a.m. (Dubai/London), 12nn (Rome), 11:00 a.m. (HK/SG), 1:00 p.m. (Guam), 2:00 p.m. (AEDT), and 4:00 p.m. (NZDT).

Lastly, there’s “Metro Chats” where you get to know more about your favorite celebrities as they have spontaneous discussions about anything under the sun. Catch it at 9:00 a.m. (Pacific), 8:00 a.m. (Saudi/London),9:00 a.m. (Dubai/Rome), 7:00 a.m. (HK/SG), 8:00 a.m. (Japan), 9:00 a.m. (Guam), 10:00 a.m. (AEDT), and 12nn (NZDT).

Sundays: Kumustahan with Father Tito Caluag

On Sundays, reset from the week it has been and reenergize with Fr. Tito Caluag as he shares the reflections on faith and the gospel with different guests every week, which you may watch via TFC IPTV Video-On-Demand.

Aside from these new talk shows and magazine programs, do not miss TFC’s latest program blocks: Early Mornings where you can watch different news programs and the daily mass; Funanghalian where you can watch your favorite variety and magazine shows while having a good meal; while you may catch up on missed episodes of your favorite series in Teleserye Playback; and Primetime Bida where you may watch up-to-date news and the latest episodes of the different series.

For more information on the program schedules, kindly contact your cable provider.

Netflix today announced the upcoming release of DOTA: Dragon’s Blood, an all new anime series based on the popular DOTA 2 video-game franchise by Valve. The 8 episode anime series is set to launch globally on March 25.

The upcoming fantasy series tells the story of Davion, a renowned Dragon Knight devoted to wiping the scourge from the face of the world. Following encounters with a powerful, ancient eldwurm as well as the noble Princess Mirana on a secret mission of her own, Davion becomes embroiled in events much larger than he could have ever imagined.

“Fans will love how we’ve imagined the DOTA 2 universe and woven together an epic, emotional, and adult-oriented story about some of their favorite characters,” said showrunner and executive producer Ashley Edward Miller. “The cinematic animation, acting and music are simply next level and I’m grateful to Valve for supporting our creative ambitions.”

The series is based on the hugely successful global video-game franchise DOTA 2 by Valve. Ashley Edward Miller (X-Men: First Class, Thor and Black Sails) serves as series showrunner and executive producer. Renowned Studio MIR (The Legend of Korra and Netflix's Voltron: Legendary Defender) is responsible for animation, with Ryu Ki Hyun serving as Co-Executive Producer. 

Netflix Original Series Love Alarm S2 released first look stills of the romance between the main leads along with the announcement of the series being released on March 12. Based on the popular webtoon of the same name, Love Alarm is set in a world where a mobile app alerts you if someone within a 10-meter radius likes you. Starring Kim So-hyun, Jung Ga-ram, and Song Kang, there’s no better time than now to watch (or re-watch) the first season as you wait for season 2.

The new stills show Kim Jo-jo (Kim So-hyun) meeting Lee Hye-yeong (Jung Ga-ram) and Hwang Sun-oh (Song Kang) individually. While they have graduated from high school and have become adults, they still have unresolved worries and conflicts. The second season takes place 4 years after the creation of the app which has recently released Love Alarm 2.0. The update comes with a new feature that shows users a list of people who are likely to like them in the future. Kim Jo-jo, who still hides her feelings, will come across a variety of small and large changes in society influenced by the app. Love Alarm S2 is directed by Kim Jin-woo of Good Doctor, Queen of Mystery, and Suits  and Ryu Bora, who is the writer of Snowy Road and Secret, participated as script producer.

You can watch the first season of Love Alarm now and the second season will be released on March 12, only on Netflix.

2021 has already been a rollercoaster of emotions, and something tells us Valentine’s Day could be no different. So whether you’ll be with your significant other, or apart - or if you just want someone to burn for  - here are the films and series to watch (from sweet to steamy to toxic, and everything in between) to satisfy all your Valentine’s Day moods. 

Sweet/True Love:

To All The Boys: Always and Forever - Senior year of high school takes center stage as Lara Jean returns from a family trip to Korea and considers her college plans — with and without Peter.

Love Alarm - In a world where an app alerts people if someone in the vicinity likes them, Kim Jojo experiences young love while coping with personal adversities.

Emily in Paris - After landing her dream job in Paris, Chicago marketing exec Emily Cooper embraces her adventurous new life while juggling work, friends and romance.

Start-Up - Set in the cutthroat world of Korea’s high-tech industry, Seo Dal-mi dreams of becoming the next Steve Jobs. On the other hand, former kid math whiz Nam Do-san is the founder of a struggling company. They share a connection from years ago, and their paths cross years later as they seek success. 

The Big Day - Produced by Conde Nast India, this reality series follows the journeys of 12 different, and differentiated, couples, as they take the reins of planning the most unique and lavish wedding of their dreams.

Gameboys: Level-Up Edition -Two live-stream gamers, Cairo and Gavreel are rivals online but get matched in the game of love. They find connection while beating digital and personal obstacles.

Crash Landing On You - A paragliding mishap drops a South Korean heiress into North Korea -- and into the arms of an army officer, who decides he will help her get home.

Gaya Sa Pelikula - Forced by his parents to live independently, 19-year-old Karl takes on jobs online to earn enough money to pay the rent. But when one of his major clients goes MIA, an opportunity presents itself. His neighbor, the mysterious Vlad, gets himself in a sticky situation hiding from his own family and proposes that they become housemates for the rest of the semester break.

Steamy/True Love:

Bridgerton - Daphne Bridgerton enters the marriage market of 1813 London only to find herself entangled in a steamy romance with the smoldering Duke of Hastings. Inspired by Julia Quinn’s bestselling novels.

The Kissing Booth - When teenager Elle’s first kiss leads to a forbidden romance with the hottest boy in high school, she risks her relationship with her best friend.

It’s Okay to Not Be Okay - An antisocial children’s book writer and a selfless psych ward caretaker cross paths and embark on a romantic and extraordinary road to emotional healing.

Your Name Engraved Herein - In 1987, as martial law ends in Taiwan, Jia-han and Birdy fall in love amid family pressure, homophobia, and social stigma.

Sex Education - Thanks to his therapist mom, Otis has all the answers when it comes to sex advice. He meets the rebellious Maeve, who proposes a school sex-therapy clinic.

Elite - When three working-class teens enroll in an exclusive private school, the clash between them and the wealthy students leads to a rollercoaster of steamy romance and murder.

Steamy/Red Flag:

Behind Her Eyes - Louise, a single mother, finds comfort and a new lease of life through an affair with her psychiatrist boss, David. Her life is turned upside down when she  befriends his wife but later finds herself in a web of secrets and lies where nothing is what it seems. Based on the No.1 bestseller of the same name. 

Malcolm & Marie - As a filmmaker and his girlfriend return home from his movie premiere, smoldering tensions and painful revelations push them toward a romantic reckoning.

YOU - A dangerously charming, intensely obsessive young man goes to extreme measures to insert himself into the lives of those he is transfixed by.

Alter Me - An HR manager seeks the mentorship of a coveted escort to better connect with other people and her own emotions. However, he soon opens her heart to unexpected feelings.

Hayop Ka! - Nimfa Dimaano is a perfume sales kitty at a department store, while her boyfriend, Roger, the macho mongrel is a janitor. Nimfa meets Iñigo, the bourgeoisie business dog and their chemistry ignites.

Lucifer - Bored with his life as the Lord of Hell, the devil relocates to Los Angeles, where he opens a nightclub and forms a connection with a homicide detective.

Money Heist - Eight thieves take hostages and lock themselves in the Royal Mint of Spain, as a criminal mastermind manipulates the police to carry out his plan.

Sweet/Red Flag:

Fate: The Winx Saga - Follows the coming-of-age journey of five fairies attending Alfea, a magical boarding school in the Otherworld where they must learn to master their magical powers while navigating love, rivalries, and the monsters that threaten their very existence. 

Chilling Adventures of Sabrina - Magic, mischief, and romance collide as half-human, half-witch Sabrina Spellman navigates her dual world of mortal teen life and her family’s dark legacy.

Riverdale - While navigating the troubled waters of sex, romance, school and family, teen Archie and his gang become entangled in a dark Riverdale mystery.

Cuddle Weather - When a seasoned sex worker sleeps with a rookie call boy, they soon learn that a strictly physical relationship doesn’t completely satisfy them.

Too Hot to Handle - On the shores of paradise, gorgeous singles meet and mingle. But there's a twist. To win a $100,000 grand prize, they'll have to give up sex.

P.S. Forgot to get a card? No worries, you can send your sweetheart (or roommate) a special message, inspo below... Bridgerton profile icons are available for members starting today!

With a tough 2020 behind us and an equally tougher year ahead, love is not quite in the air this Valentine’s season. From spikes in breakups to singles unable to freely mingle, cupids have found it harder to matchmake around Manila. Don’t worry, though: Netflix is here to help cure your landi woes. 

First meet the members of the Philippine Association ng mga Kupido (or PAK) in this hilarious video. The Cupid team is made up of some of the country’s top comedians: Comedy Manila’s Red Ollero, James Caraan, GB Labrador, Yuki Horikoshi, Aldo Cuervo, Alexio Tabafunda, Roger Naldo, and TikTok star Pipay Kipay. True to the landi ways of Lara Jean and Peter K in To All The Boys: Always and Forever, PAK is making it easier to find YOUR always and forever.

From February 11 to 14, PAK brings Dangwa closer to you by giving away 1,500 free bouquets! An army of Netflix cupids -- dressed in wings and armed with a love-seeking arrow -- are teaming up with Grab to deliver the flowers straight to their doorsteps (and hearts!). Just as long as your crush lives within Metro Manila and Cebu, you can order a free bouquet at instadangwa.com until supplies last. 

Get inspired to #LandiAlwaysAndForever with To All The Boys: Always and Forever, streaming only on Netflix this February 12!