November is shaping up to be a whirlwind of excitement for the Philippine livestreaming app, kumu. As scheduled, the big annual 11.11 sale at Karlito’s Korner is set for a non-stop livestream shopping experience, as kumu influencer hosts and partnered brands gear up for live selling on the app. The jaw-dropping livestream sales are programmed…
Hundreds of Filipinos may be experiencing a little cabin fever after being holed up in their homes for more than a few months, due to the pandemic. But with the opening of the new season of Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) and the PBB house, thousands are feeling excited, and are willing to take their chance…
In the last two years, kumu has become a major player in the social networking and entertainment scene in the Philippines. As a live streaming platform, it has provided a space for Filipinos to be their authentic selves while allowing them to create content to match. kumu has also helped redefine digital entertainment through its Social…
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Digital communication is more active than ever before. Thanks to the internet, everyone has fast and easy access to information on what interests them from news to entertainment. Now, thanks to one of the more recent digital collaborations to happen in the country, the Philippines’ ‘King of Talk’ Mr. Boy Abunda is all set…
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – One of the largest talent events in the country is about to kick-off, and it’s all happening at the palm of your hand! PPL Entertainment’s “Ultimate Star” talent search is made possible in partnership with kumu, the Pinoy-lead livestreaming app. The talent search, which started last August 22nd, has since been an amazing opportunity…
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Theater, as with most sectors related to the arts and entertainment, has been greatly impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Across the country, physical distancing requirements were imposed, curtailing not only public performances but also rehearsals. Still, the show must go on, and community theater actors go online to cope with the financial…
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – The highly-anticipated beauty pageant partnered with kumu to connect and introduce the candidates to their audience. Forty-eight gorgeous contestants compete for the crown, while also sharing their personal journeys to excited supporters on the app. Last September, the contestants had their kumu debut on kumustahan, as they had their livestreamed meet-and-greet sessions with audiences.…
One of the most prominent Filipino-American hip hop artists of this generation, Ruby Ibarra, sat down with top Philippines rapper Loonie in her latest kumu livestream as they share their humble beginnings making music, the overarching discussion about social commentaries in hip hop, and how contemporary artists can further inspire such dialogues through global social platforms like kumu. “I first started…
In celebration of World Mental Health Day on October 10, kumu seeks to shine the light on Coach Mo Ko, a segment on Spotlight TV that runs from Monday to Friday at 10am. This features passionate life coaches who aim to spread messages of positivity and empowerment to viewers. Get to know a few of the ladies who…