Our favorite Gen Z Filipino celebrities have been killing it this year with back-to-back blessings and feathers in their caps. Whether it’s a major endorsement, a solo concert, or a lead role in an upcoming drama, it’s clear as day that nothing can get in between these fresh faces and their dreams. Even the vibrant field of Original Pilipino Music (OPM) promises bright futures for them, and their latest music video appearances get that point across.
Photo: TJ Monterde, ABS-CBN Star Music/YouTube
Take it from the ex-housemates of Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0 (PBB Collab 2.0).
These young dreamers have come a long way since entering the iconic Bahay ni Kuya last year, proving that today’s generation can stand on their own two feet and is fully capable of anything they put their hearts into. It’s no surprise that, just a few months after the show’s Big Night, some of OPM’s most prominent names have teamed up with them to bring their new songs to fruition.
They’ve earned their stripes as actors on the rise. Now, they’re shining even brighter as music video muses. Here’s how the stars of PBB Collab 2.0 have been bringing smiles to our faces and helping us believe in love again through the power of OPM:
“Teka Lang” – TJ Monterde (Starring Caprice Cayetano)
True love will always forge a path back to you, even in ways you’d least expect. But what happens when distance hinders destiny? This is the bittersweet fate that unfolds in TJ Monterde’s latest single, “Teka Lang,” which features none other than the Kapuso Big Winner of PBB Collab 2.0, Caprice Cayetano.
Caprice stars opposite Jairo Nolasco in an innocent summer love story that gradually loses its spark with each passing year. The pair plays the teenage versions of Heart Evangelista and John Prats, whose characters’ reunion in the music video adds a touch of hugot feels to TJ’s sentimental song.
“Ikaw ang Simula” – KD Estrada (Starring Ashley Sarmiento and Rave Victoria)
KD Estrada’s “Ikaw ang Simula” will hit different for anyone who’s had a gym crush in their lives. Ashley Sarmiento and Rave Victoria, endearingly known as “AshRave,” add a special touch to the feel-good love song’s music video, which follows their brief yet unforgettable interactions in between workouts.
Admiration, yearning, and pure-hearted bonds take center stage in “Ikaw ang Simula.” Fans witnessed the same connection unfold between Ashley and Rave on PBB Collab 2.0, which gave KD’s song a more personal meaning.
“Noon at Hanggang Ngayon” – Izza Escueta (Starring Iñigo Jose and Reich Alim)
Our relationships deserve a sprinkle of thrill every once in a while. But sometimes, the most precious moments between two people lie in one another’s comfort and certainty. Izza Escueta’s “Noon at Hanggang Ngayon” captures the unassuming steadiness of pursuing the right person in every lifetime.
In the song’s cozy, dream-like music video, Reich Alim and Iñigo Jose embody a couple’s reassurance that isn’t just spoken, but also felt and experienced fully through their actions and sweet gestures.
Original Music from the PBB Collab 2.0 Ex-housemates
If you had a blast watching your favorite PBB Collab 2.0 ex-housemates in these swoon-worthy music videos, then you’ll definitely enjoy the original songs that this talented bunch has been cooking up.
Carmelle Collado, for instance, recently made waves in the OPM scene with her self-titled solo concert and 11-track debut album. Both milestones highlight her unwavering ambition, stellar vocals, and lifelong passion for performing.
Similarly, Heath Jornales is gearing up for his first solo concert, Heath’s Time. On July 19, 2026, he’ll light up the New Frontier Theater with positive vibes and original songs that everyone can jam to—including his debut single, “Back to You.”
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What are your favorite OPM songs of the year so far? Sound off and share your picks with us in the comments below!
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