7 Must-Watch Films at Puregold CinePanalo 2026
Now in its third year, CinePanalo 2026 showcases seven full-length films, highlighting the artistry and creativity of Filipino filmmakers.
Words Katrina Clarice F. Abella
Photo courtesy of Puregold
November 04, 2025
Puregold CinePanalo has officially unveiled the seven full-length entries for its 2026 edition in a special event held at Cinema 12 of Gateway Cineplex 18.
Now in its third year, CinePanalo continues to champion Filipino talent and creativity through its generous production grants–a mission that has supported and nurtured past films that went on to compete in international film festivals across Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Puregold CinePanalo 2026 Lineup
This year’s lineup of filmmakers offers a diverse range of genres and stories for the audience to enjoy. The seven feature films include Wantawsan by Joseph Abello, Mono No Aware by BC Amparado, Apol of my Ai by Thop Nazareno, Patay Gutom (Dead Hungry) by Carl Joseph Papa and Ian Pangilinan, Beast by Lawrence Fajardo, Stuck on You by Mikko Baldoza, and Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo) by Rodina Singh.
Wantawsan, Joseph Abello
As previously announced, each film will receive a record-breaking ₱5 million production grant and a chance to compete for the festival’s awards. The feature films will be screened along with 20 short films produced by student filmmakers.
Mono No Aware, BC Amparado
“The upcoming 2026 Puregold CinePanalo is going to be the festival’s biggest installment yet,” says Puregold Senior Marketing Manager Ivy Hayagan-Piedad. “It was only right that we revealed the Top 7 films with a splash of our own.”
Apol of my Ai, Thop Nazareno
True to Puregold’s retail roots, each of the seven official film entries was awarded a giant stylized grocery receipt, representing the ₱5 million grant.
Patay Gutom (Dead Hungry), Carl Papa and Ian Pangilinan
The organizers of Puregold CinePanalo assure that the seven films selected will live up to the expectations set by the success of the previous festivals. Festival director Chris Cahilig said they can’t wait for the audience to experience the emotions and artistry behind each film.
Beast, Lawrence Fajardo (Accepted by Writer Jim Flores and Producer Krisma Fajardo)
“Puregold CinePanalo is giving its biggest grants to date, largesse that all seven participants truly deserve by showing us the passion, creativity, and ‘panalo sa husay’ spirit that only Filipino filmmakers can bring,” Cahilig added.
Stuck on You, Mikko Baldoza
Hayagan-Piedad echoed, “It is one of Puregold’s greatest prides that CinePanalo has grown to this level and given so many Filipino filmmakers the chance to produce world-class movies. We have no doubt that the seven films competing next year will be no exception.”
Multwoh (Patay na Patay Sa’yo), Rodina Singh
The 2026 Puregold CinePanalo will take place at the Gateway Cineplex 18 and Ayala Malls, supported by Canon Marketing Philippines, CMB Film Services, Terminal Six Post, IM Rentals, the Asia Pacific Film Institute, Stage Post Audio and Music Productions Inc., the Film Development Council of the Philippines, and the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board.
