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7th VP Choice Awards Concludes with a Night of Fashion, Excellence, Purpose

7th VP Choice Awards Concludes with a Night of Fashion, Excellence, Purpose

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The 7th Village Pipol Choice Awards (VPCA) brought together the industry’s most influential figures and brands on April 29, 2026, honoring excellence across television, film, radio, and music. The event celebrated standout performances, highlighted stories that resonated with audiences, and recognized voices that shaped conversations over the past year.

Staged at The Blue Leaf Cosmopolitan in Bridgetowne, Quezon City, the night embraced the theme “Palace of Fashion,” transforming the evening into a regal showcase of style. Guests arrived in white—the signature color symbolizing elegance and power. A total of 117 awards honored achievements across entertainment, social media, lifestyle, travel, business, and technology.

A Red Carpet Of Stars and Event Highlights

The red carpet—hosted by Joric Pecson—marked a steady procession of some of the most recognized personalities in Philippine entertainment and business, with guests arriving in coordinated all-white ensembles with a touch of soft blush, gold, and subtle silver.

Among the notable attendees were Bianca De Vera and Dustin Yu, Fandom of the Year winners, along with separate individual awards; Kelvin Miranda, VP/COVER of the Year; Anna Magkawas, Entrepreneur of the Year; and Miss Glenda, Headliner of the Year for Business. Supporting Actor and Supporting Actress of the Year for TV, Marco Masa and Ashley Sarmiento, were also present, joined by Kapamilya and Kapuso artists who turned heads with standout red carpet moments.

Guided by hosts Martin Javier and Hannah Arguelles, the evening featured performances from CLOUD7, prettymf9ine, Geca Morales, and G22, bringing added energy and momentum to the ceremony. Throughout the program, acceptance speeches carried messages of gratitude, purpose, and community, underscoring what the VPCA has long stood for: a celebration of individuals and brands that genuinely resonate with audiences.

The Night’s Winners

Covering Business, Lifestyle, Travel, Technology, and Entertainment, the 7th VP Choice Awards recognized this year’s most influential and groundbreaking individuals and brands. The honorees not only captured the attention of the Pipol but also helped drive innovation and meaningful change across their respective industries. The night’s key awardees included:

Entertainment Category

TV

  • TV Station of the Year – GMA7
  • TV Series of the Year – Ang Mutya ng Section E
  • Digital Series of the Year – Golden Scenery of Tomorrow
  • TV Actor of the Year – Andres Muhlach (Ang Mutya ng Section E)
  • TV Actress of the Year – Ashtine Olviga (Ang Mutya ng Section E)
  • TV Host of the Year – Alexa Ilacad (Pinoy Big Brother)
  • Love Team of the Year – AshDres
  • Promising Male Star of the Year – Rabin Angeles
  • Promising Female Star of the Year – Bianca De Vera
  • Breakthrough Star of the Year – Fyang Smith

Movie

  • Movie of the Year – My Love Will Make You Disappear (ABS-CBN Studios)
  • Movie Actor of the Year – Paulo Avelino (My Love Will Make You Disappear)
  • Movie Actress of the Year – Kim Chiu (My Love Will Make You Disappear)
  • Supporting Movie Actor of the Year – Dustin Yu (Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil Origins)
  • Supporting Movie Actress of the Year – Ashtine Olviga (Manila’s Finest)
  • Breakthrough Movie Star of the Year – JM Ibarra (Child No. 82)

Music and Radio

  • Solo Performer of the Year – Kolette Madelo (Call Me Kolette)
  • Group Performer of the Year – Sexbomb Girls (Get Get Aww Concert)
  • P-Pop Group of the Year – BINI
  • OPM Song of the Year – Pahuway by Rain Celmar
  • P-Pop Song of the Year – Pa-Pa-Pa-Palaban by G22

Social Media

  • Breakthrough Social Media Star of the Year – Joy Barcoma
  • Viral TikTok Video of the Year – Mika Salamanca (Sino Nga Ba Sya)
  • Content Creator of the Year – Hajie Alejandro

Lifestyle

  • Beauty Influencer of the Year – Lenie Aycardo (Hall of Fame)
  • Lifestyle Influencer of the Year – Kimpoy Feliciano (Hall of Fame)
  • Fashion Influencer of the Year – Brent Manalo

Business

  • Entrepreneur of the Year – Anna Magkawas
  • Sunscreen Brand of the Year – Brilliant Skin Sunscreen (Hall of Fame)
  • Beauty Brand of the Year – Brilliant Skin Essentials
  • Breakthrough Brand of the Year – Purse Maison

Special Awards

  • VP Cover – Kelvin Miranda
  • VP Spotlight – Kayla Davies
  • VP Xclusive – Dr. Arvin Roy Reyes
  • Pipol of the Year – Annette Gozon-Valdes
  • Headliner of the Year for Music – SB19
  • Headliner of the Year for TV – Anne Curtis
  • Headliner of the Year for Movie – Vice Ganda
  • Headliner of the Year for Business – Miss Glenda

Winners were determined through a balanced and transparent voting system. Fifty percent of the final results came from the Pipol’s votes, cast from February 15 to March 14, 2026 via online voting and the VP Choice Awards App, powered by Choicely, a globally renowned voting platform. The remaining fifty percent came from the collective insights of the Panel of Judges and the Village Pipol and PIPOL Editorial Team.

A Commitment to Giving Back

While the night celebrated achievement and style, the VPCA also placed emphasis on purpose. Through Facebook Stars voting, a portion of the proceeds was allocated to the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS), designated as this year’s official beneficiary, turning audience engagement into meaningful support.

Powered by Partners, Strengthened by PIPOL

The 7th VPCA is presented by Village Pipol Magazine  & PIPOL mgZn, and produced by Red Entertainment.

The event was made possible with the support of its valued partners. Leading the roster is Choicely as Co-Presenter, alongside 8 Century Events as the Official Event Catering Partner, Design Therapy Lab as the Official Event Design Partner, Rising Design PH as the Official Red Carpet Experience Partner, and Proshot Concept Studio as the Official Glam Booth Partner.

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Special thanks are also extended to our Major Sponsor Fleek Lemoistar, HONOR and Peculiar Eyewear, as well as event sponsors Eurotel, Dreamworld, APO, Peculiar, Lunar Cafe, Moon Leaf, and Inkvictus for their continued support in bringing this celebration to life.

The event is further strengthened by collaborations with J Layson, Atelier Fashion Studio, Philgifts, and The Snap Collective, whose creative contributions help shape the overall experience of the night. 

Media partners including ABS-CBN News, PILIPINO Mirror, LionhearTV, TNC. Blogapalooza, Vritimes, and The Manila Times.  also play a vital role in amplifying the reach of the awards.

Relive the magic of the 7th VP Choice Awards through the official VPCA App, featuring full red carpet coverage, exclusive photos, and event highlights. Stay connected and be the first to know what’s next by following Village Pipol and VP Choice Awards on Facebook and Instagram.

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