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GMA Network
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Heart Evangelista gearing up for 'Heart World' Season 2
Heart Evangelista is gearing up for the return of her reality series, "Heart World." According to Nelson Canlas' report in "24 Oras" Thursday, the second season of the show will tug on viewers' heartstrings and show a softer side of Heart. "Hindi naman ako nag-p-play ng character eh. Eh madaldal ako, kikay ako, so sana ma-entertain sila," said Heart. She added that the upcoming season will be filled with revelations. "Feeling ko madami eh. Sana magandang pasabog pero definitely marami akong good news this season," she shared. The first season of "Heart World" premiered on GMA Network in October 2024 and aired its last episode in January 2025. The reality series gave an exclusive look into the life of the Global Fashion Icon, such as when she met South Korean actress Song Hye Kyo at Paris Fashion Week 2022. It also featured her renewal of vows with husband Chiz Escudero, the time she opened the show of Atelier Zuhra in Dubai, and when she planned relief operations for typhoon victims as an initiative of the Senate Spouses Foundation, among others. The reality series also showed a vulnerable side of Heart, as she opened up about being hurt by her most loyal soldiers. Heart is also looking forward to the GMA Gala 2025 this August, and shared a bit about the gown she'll be wearing to the event. "I've had my dress actually done almost two years ago. Matagal ko na siyang pinagawa. Hindi ko na 'to kayang ipaghintay. The gown took about five months to make and it's an artwork, so I'm very excited," she said. She has also been preoccupied with managing her own beauty company, noting that she was able to use her manifold experiences in running the business. "Ito business side, so budgeting, muntik nga akong ma-ospital eh. Everything, down to the kind of fabric, even how technology evolves so fast," she said. "In a sense, parang lahat ng natutunan ko sa lahat ng ginawa ko in-apply ko siya, like when it comes to promoting it. I do all the conceptualizing for the ads, for the boxes, for the color schemes." In November 2021, Heart launched her beauty and wellness brand, Pure Living Wellness, with her sister Camille Ongpauco. —CDC, GMA Integrated News
Observer
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Observer
New opportunities bloom for young Omani designers at ROHM
Imagine the excitement of being asked to create something for a major international event. For emerging designers in Oman, participating in The Violetta Project at the Royal Opera House Muscat offers a chance to showcase their talent and gain valuable experience. It's not just about designing costumes; it's about taking part in a cultural event that can open doors to new opportunities. For young creative minds, this experience can be inspiring and motivating, giving them a taste of what it's like to work on a global stage. The project focused on reimagining the character of Violetta from Verdi's La Traviata, encouraging students to interpret her emotional journey through fashion. Participants explored her story, transforming her character's complexities into visual designs. For many of these young designers, it was their first encounter with a project of this scale and significance. They had the chance to learn new skills, collaborate with professionals, and imagine how their work could contribute to storytelling in the performing arts. It was an opportunity to see how fashion can help bring a dramatic character to life, marrying design with narrative. Oman's fashion scene has been growing steadily over recent years. Designers like Amal Al Raisi have made a name for themselves by creating modest clothing that appeals across the Middle East. Her designs blend traditional styles with modern influences, helping to define a unique contemporary identity. Amal has built a brand that resonates with many, becoming a symbol of how local talent can influence regional fashion and expand its reach. Another prominent figure in Oman's fashion industry is Atelier Zuhra. Known for its high-end gowns, the brand has attracted international attention and has dressed some of the world's biggest artists and celebrities. This success story shows how Oman's creative industry is developing rapidly, with local brands gaining recognition on the global stage. It proves that with talent and dedication, Oman can compete in the international fashion market. These achievements are happening alongside initiatives like those at the Royal Opera House Muscat, which actively supports young talent and cultural exchange. The partnership with the Scientific College of Design is a good example. It offers students a rare chance to work on projects that connect fashion, theatre, and music — broadening their experience and exposing them to international standards. Such collaborations help bring fresh ideas into Oman's creative industries and encourage dialogue between local and international artists. Recent performances of La Traviata featured acclaimed singers and a renowned conductor, Plácido Domingo. But it's programmes like The Violetta Project that tap into the real potential of Oman's growing arts scene. When young designers get involved in projects like this, they gain not just skills but confidence. They see that their work can reach wider audiences and have a real impact. By supporting these kinds of initiatives, Oman is building a stronger arts and fashion scene. These opportunities help young talent gain exposure, learn from experts, and prepare for future success. They also demonstrate Oman's commitment to developing its creative industries — creating a space where new ideas thrive and cultural stories are told through many forms of art. For these young designers, participating in such projects isn't just a chance to learn; it's a step towards a brighter future for Oman's cultural landscape.
India.com
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Cannes 2025: 6 Celebrities Who've Already Broken The New Dress Code Rules Which Bans Nudity And Voluminous Outfits
photoDetails english 2902131 Cannes, known for daring fashion, has seen stars bending the new dress code rules - here's who's made a statement with volume, cutouts, and more. Updated:May 17, 2025, 12:48 PM IST Festival De Cannes 1 / 8 The Cannes Film Festival has recently implemented a new dress code for its 2025 edition, banning nudity and excessively voluminous outfits — including gowns with large trains — to maintain decorum and streamline red carpet logistics. Despite the updated regulations, several celebrities have already appeared in looks that violate the new rules. Heidi Klum 2 / 8 At the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, Heidi Klum made a daring statement on Day 1, boldly defying the new dress code. She walked the red carpet in a stunning pink Elie Saab gown with intricate floral appliqués and a dramatic train, directly challenging the festival's ban on oversized outfits and lengthy trains. Heidi Klum (2) 3 / 8 Heidi Klum continued her fashion rebellion on Day 2, showcasing a sleek, shimmering mermaid gown with a plunging V-neckline. While the form-fitting design complied with the festival's rules on volume, the revealing neckline still tested the limits of the dress code. Farhana Bodi 4 / 8 Farhana Bodi's Cannes look was a bold choice, maybe testing the dress code limits. She wore a blush pink Atelier Zuhra gown with sculptural ruffles, possibly pushing the boundaries of the new dress code. Alessandra Ambrosio 5 / 8 Alessandra Ambrosio dazzled at Cannes 2025 in an emerald green gown with a thigh-high slit and dramatic train, boldly challenging the dress code. Wan QianHui 6 / 8 Chinese actress Wan QianHui made a striking appearance at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, donning a voluminous white gown with a dramatic train that boldly defied the new dress code. The billowing, cloud-like design drew significant attention as she walked the red carpet, showcasing her fearless approach to fashion. Frédérique Bel 7 / 8 Frédérique Bel turned heads on Day 2 of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival with a dazzling gold sequin gown that broke the new dress code rules. The daring design featured a deep neckline, mesh cut-outs, and a thigh-high slit. Cannes Film Festival 8 / 8
India Today
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Day 1 of Cannes 2025, and celebs are already snubbing the new dress code
The very opening day of the 78th Cannes Film Festival saw several attendees flouting the newly announced dress code, which prohibited them from embracing naked dressing and turning up in voluminous Day 1 red carpet of the international film festival was replete with the excessive sartorial drama it is known for. Celebrities like Heidi Klum and Chinese actor Wan QianHui unabashedly ditched the new rules as they posed on the prestigious red carpet at the French Riviera in flamboyant of the Cannes Film Festival opening, its organising committee announced a few new dress code guidelines for 'decency' purposes.'For decency reasons, nudity is prohibited on the red carpet, as well as in any other area of the Festival. Voluminous outfits, in particular those with a large train, that hinder the proper flow of traffic of guests and complicate seating in the theatre are not permitted,' the updated guidelines new dress code affected many, including American actress and model Halle Berry, who had to change her outfit at the last minute because of the new rules."I had an amazing dress by Gupta (presumably Gaurav Gupta) to wear tonight, and I cannot wear it because the train's too big," Berry, who is a festival jury member this year, said at a news not many cared about the rules. Heidi Klum was one among them. She turned up wearing a maximalist floral Elie Saab gown that was in direct violation of the festival's new dress ethereal ensemble featured a long train. Heidi Klum at the opening ceremony of the 78th Cannes Film Festival (Photo: AP) Chinese actor and influencer Wan QianHui also ignored the new dress code. She wore an all-white strapless gown with a billowing, cloudlike and tiered voluminous skirt. Wan QianHui's Cannes red carpet outfit is the definition of voluminous (Photo: AP) Actress Eva Longoria too turned up clad in a strapless metallic gown with a long black train. Dresses with long trains have also been banned on the Cannes red carpet this year, but Eva Longoria ignored the new guideline. (Photo: AP) Influencer and 'Dubai Bling' star Farhana Bodi too turned up in a sparkling pink gown featuring sculptural ruffles and a flowing petal cape from the label Atelier Zuhra. Farhana Bodi at the opening ceremony of the 78th Cannes Film Festival (Photo: Reuters) This year, several Indian celebrities, including Jacqueline Fernandez, Janhvi Kapoor, Ishaan Khatter, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Nitanshi Goel, and Shalini Passi, will grace the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival. Payal Kapadia, who made history in 2024 as the first Indian to win the Grand Prix award at Cannes for her film All We Imagine As Light, returns to the prestigious international festival this year as a jury member. advertisement
