The ABS-CBN Ball 2025 wasn’t just a night of glitz and glamour—it was also a celebration of authenticity, emotion, and real connections behind the camera flashes.
While fans and fashion enthusiasts were dazzled by the jaw-dropping gowns and sharp suits, it was the candid moments on the red carpet that truly stole the show.
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JHONG HILARIO AND DAUGHTER SARINA'S MATCHING OUTFITS
It's Showtime host Jhong Hilario walked the red carpet with his adorable daughter Sarina Ocenia Hilario.
The father-daughter duo turned heads and melted hearts as they graced the red carpet in perfectly coordinated outfits, serving major matchy OOTD goals.
Their joyful energy was infectious, and the cameras couldn’t get enough of their sweet moments—from goofy poses to spontaneous twirls of Sarina.
PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainement Portal) captured the red carpet moment of Jhong and Sarina and uploaded it on PEP.ph's official TikTok account.
With their fifteen-second video it has amassed an impressive 4.6 million views as of the latest update.
Netizens exploded with love for the duo, showering them with compliments.
"Best dressed duo of the night," one netizen commented.
While another said, "Sarina knows she's the main character. What a fashionista in the making."
@pepalerts Very cutesy: @Jhong Hilario wears a matching attire with daughter Sarina at the #ABSCBNBALL2025 #PEPatABSCBNBall2025 #EntertainmentNewsPH #PEPNews #NewsPH ? baam baam - Alyssa
MELAI CANTIVEROS SIGNATURE POSES
Melai Cantiveros once again proved why she’s one of the most beloved and effortlessly entertaining personalities in Philippine showbiz as she drew laughter at the ABS-CBN Ball 2025 red carpet.
Known for her humor and authenticity, Melai didn’t just walk the red carpet—she owned it.
While many celebrities opted for classic elegance, Melai brought a refreshing blend of glamour and comedy to the event, striking a series of hilarious and viral-worthy poses that had photographers and entertainment press cheering.
@pepalerts Melai Cantiveros at #ABSCBNBALL2025 #PEPatABSCBNBall2025 #EntertainmentNewsPH #PEPNews #NewsPH ? Girls Just Want to Have Fun - yourmusic4ever????
PAULO AVELINO'S SWEET GESTURE TO KIM CHIU
Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino had a relaxed aura as they graced the star-studded ABS-CBN Ball 2025 as a pair for the first time.
Read: Standout couples at ABS-CBN Ball 2025
As the cameras started to flash, the pair who stood close to one another on the red carpet posed gracefully for the photographers.
Paulo afterwards stepped back, letting Kim have her well-deserved moment to shine for a solo photo session.
After a few takes, Kim invited Paulo to strike a pose on his own, but the actor laughingly declined.
@pepalerts @KimChiu and Paulo Avelino at #ABSCBNBALL2025 #PEPatABSCBNBall2025 #EntertainmentNewsPH #PEPNews #NewsPH ? original sound - Ms.B3R@t
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