Barbie ends relationship, MMFF extended, 'Green Bones' wins

Barbie Forteza and Jak Roberto ended their seven-year relationship without disclosing the reason, while the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) extended its run until January 14 to consider viewer feedback and word-of-mouth in selecting entries;

the MMFF concluded with 'Green Bones' winning Best Picture at the Gabi ng Parangal along with other major awards;

'Green Bones' victory was celebrated despite earlier controversies, with festival spokesperson Noel Ferrer assuring the integrity of the jury's decision-making process;

Ferrer emphasized that the extended festival period allowed for a more comprehensive evaluation of public opinion and film quality.

Barbie Forteza marked her breakup with Jak Roberto by starting off 2025 with a fresh outlook, sharing an Instagram post from her dermatology appointment on Sunday, January 5.