Kim Chiu, Paulo Avelino drama completes MMFF 2026 ‘Magic 8’

“A Perfect Marriage,” the drama film starring Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino completes the Metro Manila Film Festival’s (MMFF) “Magic 8,” or its official lineup that would compete in its 52nd edition.

The second batch of movie entries was unveiled during ceremonies held on Monday at the Shangrila Plaza Mall in Mandaluyong, hosted by Kaladkaren and Enchong Dee.

Aside from “A Perfect Marriage,” the three other finalists are: “Los Salvajes Bravos,” starring Ruru Madrid and Romnick Sarmenta; “LIttle Hope,” starring Yassi Pressman and Pepe Herrera; and “Seeds of Peace,” starring Zaijian Jaranilla.

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These films comprise the second batch of movies that will be participating in the festival, which will open in cinemas on December 25.

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The first batch was announced in July with the following films: “2nd Miracle in Cell No. 7”starring Aga Muhlach and Jodi Sta. Maria; “Amir” with Dennis Trillo and Glaiza de Castro; “Haunted Carnival” with Julia Barreto and James Reid; and, “The Greatest Showdown” with Vice Ganda and Vic Sotto.

This year’s MMFF will also feature several activities that leading to the festival week, including the traditional Parade of Stars on December 19. The parade would traverse the streets of Mandaluyong and San Juan, which are the host cities of this year’s edition.

A separate parade will also be held in Bacolod City, the first province that partnered with the Metro Manila Development Authority for MMFF.