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The 40th Star Awards for Movies rolled out the red carpet to honor some of Philippine cinema's finest, with Alden Richards and Julia Montes stealing hearts as they clinched the Movie Loveteam of the Year for their charming chemistry in "Five Breakups And A Romance." Meanwhile, power couple Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera reigned as Takilya King and Queen, smashing records with their blockbuster hit "Rewind."

The prestigious event, hosted by the Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC), also saw JC Santos and LA Santos nabbing the Movie Supporting Actor awards for their standout performances in "Mallari" and "In His Mother's Eyes," respectively. Gladys Reyes captured hearts and the Movie Supporting Actress accolade for her role in the heartwarming "Here Comes The Groom."

Excitement mounts as the awards ceremony gears up to reveal winners in six major categories on July 21, 2024, at the Henry Lee Irwin Theater, Ateneo De Manila University, Quezon City. Top contenders for coveted titles like Movie Actress of the Year include screen legends Vilma Santos, Sharon Cuneta, Maricel Soriano, and Nora Aunor, alongside other luminaries from the silver screen.

In the fiercely contested Movie Actor of the Year category, the spotlight shines on Christopher De Leon, Dingdong Dantes, Piolo Pascual, and a stellar lineup of leading men who brought memorable performances to the big screen this year.

As PMPC celebrates its 40th anniversary, the Dekada Awards will pay tribute to Nora Aunor, Christopher de Leon, Piolo Pascual, and Vilma Santos for their outstanding contributions to Philippine cinema. Additionally, veteran actress Liza Lorena and movie producer Vic del Rosario Jr. will be honored with Lifetime Achievement Awards, highlighting their invaluable impact on the industry.

Don't miss the glitz and glamour as the 40th Star Awards for Movies, under the stewardship of PMPC President Rodel Ocampo Fernando and in partnership with Airtime Marketing's Tess Celestino-Howard, dazzles audiences. Directed by Eric Quizon, the star-studded affair will be televised on A2Z Channel on July 27 at 10:30 PM, promising an unforgettable night celebrating the magic of Filipino cinema.