“Hello, Love, Again,” starring Alden Richards and Kathryn Bernardo, has shattered another box-office milestone. On November 16, the much-anticipated sequel to Hello, Love, Goodbye raked in ₱131 million in a single day, pushing its total gross to an impressive ₱566 million as of Monday night.
The record-breaking achievement marks a significant moment for the Filipino film industry. Alden Richards expressed his gratitude in a press release:
“No words can express how grateful we are for the turnout and we’re very happy na maraming naka-appreciate nito (We’re very happy so many people appreciated this film).”
Kathryn Bernardo echoed his sentiments, saying, “We’re so blessed because binigyan ng mga tao ng chance yung pelikula namin… Wala na kaming mahihiling pa (People gave our film a chance, and we couldn’t ask for more).”
Giving Back to the Community
A portion of the film’s proceeds will be donated to support victims of Typhoon Pepito, reflecting the production team’s commitment to giving back.
International and Local Success
The film set a new benchmark with its ₱85 million opening day in the Philippines and achieved international acclaim by grossing $2.4 million in its US opening weekend, landing at no. 8 in the US box-office top 10.
Directed by Cathy Garcia-Sampana, Hello, Love, Again picks up five years after Joy’s journey from Hong Kong to Canada, continuing the heartfelt story that resonated with millions.
Currently showing in 1,100 cinemas worldwide, the film’s success underscores the strength of Filipino cinema on a global scale.