Top 5 hottest shows worldwide you can’t miss to watch

If you’re a TV and pop culture fan, you know that the first quarter of the year is one of the most important times of the year. Some of the biggest entertainment and sports events are happening this season, and Filipinos used to scramble for a way to catch these programs live.

For those who want to keep up with the latest and hottest events in the next weeks, here’s what you need to look out for:

UAAP Season 87 Women’s Volleyball (begins Feb. 15)

UAAP Varsity Channel (Ch. 163 HD)

One of the most popular sports in the Philippines today, UAAP women’s volleyball, returns on Feb. 15. The National University Lady Bulldogs are ready to defend their title against other seven UAAP schools during the 3-month action. Don’t miss the highly anticipated opening weekend—with UE vs UP and FEU vs UST on Saturday and Ateneo vs Adamson and NU vs DLSU on Sunday.

NBA All-Star Game (Feb. 16)

NBA TV Philippines (Ch. 96)

This year’s highly anticipated NBA All-Star Game will debut an exciting format: a four-team tournament coached by analysts and basketball legends Charles Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal, Kenny Smith, and Candace Parker. Witness the league’s brightest stars, such as LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Victor Wembanyama, Nikola Jokić, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and more show off their stuff on the court in a thrilling day of basketball.

PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup Semi-Finals (Feb. 26)

PBA Rush (Ch. 290)

Which team will take home the conference title? Basketball fans can catch all the action live on PBA Rush, ensuring they don’t miss a moment of the thrilling journey toward the PBA championship.

LFRC: Oscars 2025 (March 3)

Rock Entertainment (Ch. 120)

The movie industry’s biggest night is back with the 97th annual Oscars! Witness Hollywood’s brightest stars showcase their must-see fashion looks and experience all the glitz and glamour—live from the red carpet of the 2025 Oscars!

SNL 50: The homecoming concert

Saturday Night Live is bringing Studio 8H to Radio City Music Hall with a three-hour, livestreamed concert, in celebration of the sketch comedy series’ 50th anniversary.

Jimmy Fallon will host the event, which boasts a lineup including Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, Miley Cyrus, Backstreet Boys and Post Malone. Mumford & Sons, Jack White, David Byrne, Robyn, Eddie Vedder, DEVO, Brittany Howard, Chris Martin, Bonnie Raitt, Brandi Carlile, Jelly Roll, the B-52s, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, and The Roots will also perform, and more.

Airing First & Exclusive on Rock Entertainment this Feb. 15.

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Editor’s Note: This article was provided by PLDT Home.