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The Arena Campaign: A whole new saga of kumu Campaigns is here

July 13, 2021 | 3 mins read

The Arena Campaign has officially launched, and it’s out to make gladiators from the Kumunizens. When you’re part of the Kumunity, the spirit of competitiveness while having fun and interacting with fellow passionate people can heat things up! And what’s better than showing the world that you can take it all?   kumu introduces its…

#SaveLivesOnline: Mr. kumu Global is for men who lead with courage and inspiration

July 13, 2021 | 4 mins read

Beauty and advocacy never sleeps in the Philippines. The kumu Global pageant (@kglobalpageant) is back and ready to make history as they crown their first ever Mr. kumu Global pageant. The pageant is now ongoing, with international candidates vying for the coveted title and crown. So best mark your calendars for July 31st for the…

Making Philippine movie history: Star Cinema and livestreaming app kumu announce partnership

July 2, 2021 | 3 mins read

On July 2, 2021, an exciting announcement was made from the teams at kumu and Star Cinema, two of the biggest content providers of the Philippines. A kumu movie is expected to be in the works this year, directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina, blockbuster director and founder of nicklentertainment. More details are to be revealed in…

Take control of your music: kumusika is open for all independent artists

July 2, 2021 | 4 mins read

Independent, but not alone. That is the hook and promise of kumusika, a new project spearheaded by kumu to help bolster the many independent musical artists in the Philippines. The call for applications and talents is now open at kumusika’s official website, where aspiring artists can submit their songs and content to be part of the…

kumu Social TV x Raise Hell: Wear your CRAZY with style

July 1, 2021 | 3 mins read

If you’ve been on the prowl for some unique street-style, then you’re in luck! The kumu Social TV x Raise Hell collection is about to make a splash on kumu Drop Shop (@kumudropshop) this July 1, 6 PM. This limited edition merch is yet another local artist fashion collaboration with kumu, this time featuring the…

G ka na? “Game KNB?” unveils 1 Million Pesos cash prize this July!

June 24, 2021 | 2 mins read

The iconic quiz show has just raised the bar for mega wins! kumu’s “Game KNB?” (@gknb) segment has just unveiled its prize pools for the upcoming weeks, with July 16th having a whopping prize pool of 1 million pesos! It’s an exciting road to the 1 million cash pool prize ahead, and the gameshow-loving Kumunity…

What’s “The Chismis” on kumu? One Down breaks barriers for Filipinos in mainstream media

June 23, 2021 | 3 mins read

One Down, a rising Filipino-centered media and entertainment platform, premiered a ground-breaking new web series, “The Chismis”, in partnership with kumu. The series is a spin-off of One Down’s viral “Breaking The Tabo” episode, which tackles the world of entertainment as an institution, while exploring where Filipinos exist within the space. One Down’s founder and…

Pride, Courage and Love: “TGI-Pride Day” set to dominate the Kumunity Stage

June 23, 2021 | 4 mins read

It’s the grand finale of #kumuPride202! This June 25th, Friday, the Kumunity Stage will be hosting “TGI Pride Day”, the largest virtual Pride Day celebration, starting 7PM. What’s more, kumu is bringing in the best of its LGBTQIA+ talents and thought-leaders for an afternoon of colorful pre-shows, leading up to the main Pride event.   …

kumu in Intramuros: “Project Lakbay” is a street-art masterpiece of Philippine heritage and Pinoy pop-culture

June 22, 2021 | 6 mins read

Launching a historical feat at the heart of Intramuros, Filipino livestreaming app kumu, along with its project partners Intramuros Administration, Manila Street Love (MSL), and Every Court Can Dream, presents the street mural project called “Project Lakbay.” The initiative, carried out last June 16, was aimed to showcase and celebrate our roots as Filipinos. Featuring…