Music-themed drama Songs For Selina is officially set to premiere in Philippine cinemas on 18 March, offering audiences a gripping look at the price of ambition in the music industry.
Led by Mica Javier and Rachel Coates, the film follows Selina and Maya — two musical soulmates whose shared dream of conquering the industry begins to unravel under the weight of power plays and cutthroat realities. What starts as harmony slowly descends into a battle for survival.
Previously picked up by Amazon Prime US and Tubi for its North American release last year, Songs For Selina now brings its unflinching narrative home to Filipino audiences.
Executive producer Jay R, CEO of Homeworkz Entertainment and the R&B hitmaker behind ‘Sining’ and ‘Bakit Pa Ba’, describes the project as deeply personal.
“The entire film is deeply personal. It draws from our own lived experiences, the stories of our peers, and the unspoken truths that quietly exist within the industry,” he shares. “As artists ourselves, we understand the fear of being marginalized or blacklisted for addressing uncomfortable truths, especially in systems where power is unevenly distributed.”
Jay R, who also co-wrote and produced the film’s original motion picture soundtrack, explains that the music was crafted to actively shape the narrative.
“Each song was carefully shaped to serve the story — tailoring the lyrics and emotion to the script so that the music actively moves the narrative forward.”
Beyond its two leads, the film features an ensemble cast including Rachel Alejandro, Audie Gemora, Nicole Laurel, Leanne Mamonong, Gian Magdangal, and Jay R himself.
Produced by Homeworkz Entertainment and distributed locally by Black Cap Pictures, Songs For Selina positions itself as more than just a music drama — it’s a reflection of the industry’s highs, heartbreaks, and hard truths.
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