From blockbuster Kapamilya stars to historical films and the fast-rising loveteam AshDres, it is undeniable that the Philippine film industry gradually regained its strength in 2025.
According to reliable industry sources, Star Cinema, the film production arm of ABS-CBN Corporation, dominated the Top 3 highest-grossing Filipino films of 2025 as of December 31 (Wednesday).
Topping the list is the Star Cinema family-drama “Meet, Greet and Bye,” starring Piolo Pascual, Joshua Garcia, JK Labajo, Belle Mariano, and Mariel Soriano, which reportedly earned over ₱250 million at the box office.
Placing second is the 2025 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 3rd Best Picture winner “Call Me Mother,” led by MMFF 2025 Best Actor Vice Ganda, Nadine Lustre, and MMFF 2025 Best Child Performer Lucas Andalio. Based on several sources, the film has already surpassed ₱200 million in ticket sales and is still being shown in more than 200 cinemas nationwide.
Ranking third is the romantic-comedy “My Love Will Make You Disappear,” starring Paulo Avelino and Kim Chiu, which earned ₱173 million.
Several films reportedly crossed the ₱70 million mark, including “100 Awit Para Kay Stella” by VIVA Films and Ninuno Media, starring JC Santos, Bela Padilla, and Kyle Echarri; “Quezon” by TBA Studios, featuring Jericho Rosales, Karylle, and Mon Confiado; and “Minamahal: 100 Bulaklak Para Kay Luna,” the launching film of the fastest-rising loveteam Andres Muhlach and Ashtine Olviga, popularly known as “AshDres.”
Another 2025 MMFF entry, “Shake, Rattle and Roll: Evil Origins,” is also nearing the ₱70 million milestone. Meanwhile, two other MMFF films — “Bar Boys: After School” and “UnMarry” — have reportedly reached around ₱30 million each at the box office.
Like Call Me Mother, Shake, Rattle and Roll: Evil Origins, Bar Boys: After School, UnMarry, and other 2025 MMFF entries remain in cinemas until January 14.
The independent film “Sunshine,” starring Maris Racal, also posted a strong box-office performance despite its limited theatrical run.
These encouraging results serve as proof that despite the challenges facing the country and the rising cost of movie tickets, Filipino audiences remain willing to support local films and the Philippine cinema industry.