Entertainment
aespa’s new ‘Dirty Work’ Performance Video was shot on iPhone 16 Pro
The second K-Pop act to do so
MY or not, you’d be surprised that Apple did a collaboration with another South Korea-based super group. This time it’s aespa.
Amassing 7 million YouTube subscribers, double the 15 million followers on Instagram and TikTok, plus several grand prizes or 대상 (daesang) consecutively throughout the years:
- 2021 AAA (Asia Artist Awards)
- 2022 KMA (Korean Music Awards)
- 2021, 2024 MMA (Melon Music Awards)
- 2024 MAMA Awards (Mnet)
- 2024 TFMA (The Fact Music Awards)
- 2025 39th GDA (Golden Disc Awards)
aespa has truly proven how they’re one of the biggest acts not just in their generation, but in the whole history of K-Pop itself.
Second K-Pop Act with Shot on iPhone Collab
Even if this isn’t the first time the American tech giant did a collab of some sort (hats off to NewJeans / NJZ / MHDHH, we dearly miss you), aespa is the only other K-Pop act to do so.
Unlike the aforementioned ‘ETA’ Music Video, this one was quite short, falling below the 2-minute mark — which is more of a teaser than a “Performance Video”.
Also, no iPhone visuals were included in the shot. Just a clear “Shot on iPhone 16 Pro” and “Commissioned by Apple” intro texts alongside a bubbly Apple logo outro.
Another clear opposite? The camera feature being highlighted.
Before, it was all about boasting iPhone 14 Pro’s “Action Mode” for action-filled scenes.
This time, aside from the iPhone’s industry-leading video stabilization in a smartphone, the clear focus was all about low-light capabilities achieved through the iPhone 16 Pro.
A production set usually involves a set of lights but still, most phones cannot achieve a clear video output at night — until iPhone 16 Pro showcased it here.
This iPhone prowess was already backed by most professionals in the creative industry.
More so, the inclusion of 4K/120fps for that buttery smooth slo-mo shots.
@aespa_official Commissioned by Apple. aespa in 4K120 slow motion. #aespa #æspa #에스파 #DirtyWork #aespaDirtyWork #ShotoniPhone16Pro
There’s also the power of Dolby Vision aside from ProRes that was introduced in last year’s iPhone 16 Pro series.
Even the girls couldn’t hide themselves from showing of their various iPhones in their Insta:
That’s despite their brother group, RIIZE, having to flaunt and endorse smartphones + AIoT from the country’s homegrown electronics brand.
❎ Dirty Work ✅ Clean Work
With all that out of the way, here’s the short yet savage ‘Dirty Work’ Performance Video.
Meanwhile, here’s a separate promotional campaign from Apple Korea using the iPhone 16 Pro Behind-The-Scenes.
And while we’re already at it, aespa is set to release an exclusive “Apple Music Edition” EP of the same title on June 27th (Friday). Mark your calendars!
Entertainment
The Fellowship of the Ring in Concert finally arrives in Manila
The run goes from March 4 to 6 at Solaire.
As far as films in concert go, The Lord of the Rings is the classic experience for fans. Since 2008, the concert experience has been touring the globe, enamoring fans of the series with live renditions of Howard Shore’s iconic soundtrack. Now, the experience is finally arriving in Manila. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring in Concert will run in the Philippines from March 4 through 6 next year.
There’s a reason why the iconic trilogy is the classic experience for films in concert. Besides being a legendary film franchise, the series features Howard Shore’s Academy Award-winning score. Fans will likely still recognize the dulcet strings of the Shire or the grandiose crescendo of the Fellowship.
From March 4 to 6, The Fellowship of the Ring in Concert will run at The Theatre in Solaire. Under the baton of Reuben Blundell, the concert will star the 96-member Filharmonika Orchestra, the Philippine Madrigal Singers’ 100-member adult choir and 50-member boys’ choir, and soloist Malena Rampi.
Film Community Philippines members can get exclusive pre-sale access from November 9 to 11. Meanwhile, public ticket sales will start on November 20 via TicketWorld.com.ph.
SEE ALSO: Kingdom Come devs are working on a Lord of the Rings RPG
Entertainment
Dune and Dune: Part Two return to cinemas ahead of Dune: Part Three
Return to Arrakis.
The journey to Arrakis isn’t over just yet. Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures are bringing back Dune and Dune: Part Two to select cinemas and IMAX in the Philippines for a limited one-week run starting November 11.
The re-release gives audiences a chance to revisit Denis Villeneuve’s award-winning sci-fi films before the highly anticipated conclusion to his Dune trilogy. Moviegoers will also get an exclusive sneak peek at Dune: Part Three.
The first film, Dune, follows Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet), a gifted young man destined for something greater than himself. When his family becomes entangled in a conflict over Arrakis and its valuable spice, Paul must confront his fears and discover his place in the universe.
In Dune: Part Two, Paul continues his journey alongside Chani (Zendaya) and the Fremen. Seeking revenge against those responsible for his family’s downfall, he faces a difficult choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe.
Dune: Part Three arrives in December
The story continues in Dune: Part Three, which takes place nearly two decades after Paul Atreides seizes control of the Imperium. Now ruling as Emperor, Paul must deal with the consequences of his reign as old allies return, new threats emerge, and a conspiracy threatens everything he holds dear.
The film sees the return of Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Jason Momoa, Florence Pugh, Rebecca Ferguson, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Javier Bardem. They are joined by Charlotte Rampling, Isaach de Bankolé, and Robert Pattinson.
Directed by Denis Villeneuve, Dune: Part Three opens exclusively in cinemas and IMAX on December 16, 2026, with sneak previews on December 15.
Tickets for the upcoming film are now on sale. For showtimes and ticket information, visit dunepart3.com.ph.
Meanwhile, Dune and Dune: Part Two return to select cinemas and IMAX starting November 11 for one week only.
Entertainment
1st teaser trailer, details for Death Stranding Isolations series unveiled
Animated series to debut on Hulu on Disney Plus
A new teaser trailer for the upcoming Death Stranding Isolations series on Hulu on Disney+ has been revealed.
The upcoming animated series is set to debut in 2027. It is set in the world of Death Stranding immediately after the game’s protagonist Sam reconnects the continent of North America via the Chiral Network.
The series will tell a completely new story separate from that of the video games. The narrative will focus on a young man and woman as they set off on an adventure.
As America is reborn from the ashes, the renewed connections that bind it together bring about new and unforeseen consequences.
In this tumultuous new landscape, there are some who walk a different path to the one chosen by Sam and his Bridges comrades.
One is a wise old man who connects people through a method that defies all reckoning. There is also a female soldier ensnared in a cycle of war and destruction.
Moreover, there is a boy who seethes with rage at the absurdity of his life, and a girl who chose to sever all ties with the outside world. Fate has other plans for her, however, and chance encounters see her launched headfirst into a world she does not recognize.
Death Stranding Isolations is written by Tow Ubukata (Activator, Bone Ash, Project Darkness) and directed by Takayuki Sano (Jujutsu Kaisen 0 – The Movie, Attack on Titan The Final Season).
The series is animated by E&H production (NINJA KAMUI, BULLET/BULLET, the Magic Knight Rayearth Television series 2026) with original character design by Ilya Kuvshinov (Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045, The Wonderland).
The series is executive produced by Hideo Kojima and produced by KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS.
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