It is also a “grand thanksgiving event” of the network.
On Wednesday, December 31, GMA Network returns to the SM Mall of Asia for its grand New Year countdown event, the star-studded Kapuso Countdown to 2026.
This event brings together Kapuso stars for a night of music, dance, and celebration as the entire nation ushers in 2026.
Leading the countdown are Julie Anne San Jose, Rayver Cruz, Christian Bautista, Rocco Nacino, Betong Sumaya, Angel Guardian Faith da Silva, and Kyline Alcantara.
Former housemates from the recent Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 1 and 2.0 are also there, with Will Ashley, AZ Martinez, Charlie Fleming, Vince Maristela, Marco Masa, Eliza Borromeo, Waynona Collings, and Lee Victor.
According to GMA, the PBB ex-housemates are also poised to headline the celebration’s first-ever lantern parade at the on-ground event, which features vibrant and creative designs inspired by iconic Kapuso programs and sponsors.
This will then be followed by the pre-show featuring international singer Bonnie Bailey alongside GMA Music artists Plume and Vilmark.
Back to the main show, Miss Grand International 2025 Emma Tiglao is also part of the show, as well as the Stars on the Floor Ultimate Dance Star Duo Rodjun Cruz and Dasuri Choi, with their fellow participants Joshua Decena, JM Yrreverre, and Kitty & Kakai Almeda.
Kapuso singers Jessica Villarubin, Hannah Precillas, Naya Ambi, Tala Gatchalian, John Rex, Jong Madaliday, Anthony Rosaldo and Bjorn Morta, as well as tge P-pop group 1621 are also part of the festivities.
Last, but not least, is the K-pop group AHOF, who will be capping off the night with a “youthful and electrifying performance.”
One of the night’s highlights is the announcement of winners of the first-ever GMANetwork.com Awards, where Kapuso fans get to see which personalities topped the online polls during the on-ground event.
Taking place at the SM Mall of Asia Seaside Boulevard, mall-goers and fans may come as early as 6:00 pm and admission will be free. Meanwhile, the televised portions of the event will start at 10:30 pm.
Home viewers can also watch the celebration live on GMA-7 and via Kapuso Stream and ATM’s official YouTube channel via livestream. The digital program will be hosted by Tim Yap, Sean Lucas, and Cheska Fausto, who will be joined by special guests.