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22/08/2026

Ruby Ruiz makes Cinemalaya history with fourth Balanghai

Veteran actress Ruby Ruiz added another milestone to her already remarkable Cinemalaya journey after winning the Best Actress award at the 2026 festival for her performance in "Status: Rejected."

Known for her work across film, television, and theater, Ruiz has built a career marked by memorable character roles and performances in critically acclaimed Filipino films.

Her Cinemalaya credits have become particularly notable, with the actress now owning four Balanghai trophies; the most won by any actor or actress in the festival’s history.

Veteran actress Ruby Ruiz added another milestone to her already remarkable Cinemalaya journey after winning the Best Actress award at the 2026 festival for her...

22/08/2026

Ruby Ruiz is a wonderful work in progress

Despite her many achievements, celebrated thespian Ruby Ruiz believes that she is still a work in progress.

“Being an actor is a continuous learning process. Even at my age, I have to continue to evolve in order for me not to stagnate as an artist. I’m glad that I am entrusted with interesting roles that allow me to explore, and to grow, and to learn. I’m grateful that there are roles that find their way into my life, and I’m even more thankful there are now roles that are specifically written for me.”

It was not an easy climb for this amazing actress. Her close friends tell her that her professional life is now more colorful than her personal life because of the many wonderful roles that she has done in the past few years.

Despite her many achievements, celebrated thespian Ruby Ruiz believes that she is still a work in progress. “Being an actor is a continuous learning process. Even at my age, I have to continue to evolve in order for me not to stagnate as an artist. I’m glad that I am…

19/08/2026

✨ BIRING’S STATUS: ACCEPTED! ✨

From to taking her story all the way to the international stage. Biring is officially na agád-agád sa isang prestigious international festival! 🇵🇭✨

Because of its ability to portray the realities and struggles of human life with wit, lightness, and remarkable elegance. Biring is going international! This time, her status is ACCEPTED. ✨

International premiere coming soon.

18/08/2026

If Direk Vahn dedicated *Status: Rejected* to his beloved lola, Cinemalaya Best Actress Ruby Ruiz dedicated her award-winning performance to her son, Luis Ruiz. ❤️

Two artists. Two deeply personal dedications. One film born from love, family, and dreams.

Because sometimes, the people we love become the reason we tell our stories—and the reason we give our very best. 🥹🎬✨

18/08/2026

STATUS: ACCEPTED !!!

A night to remember for at the 22nd Cinemalaya Awards Night! 🎬✨

From Biring’s story to a team’s passion and a film that found its audience—we’re taking home these honors with hearts full of gratitude. 🥹❤️

Maraming salamat, Cinemalaya, and to everyone who believed in our film.

17/08/2026

🏆 CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN PHILIPPINE CINEMA 🏆

Three unforgettable performances. Three deserving artists. One incredible celebration of talent. 🎬✨

👑 BEST ACTRESSES
Ruby Ruiz — Status: Rejected
Marietta “Pokwang” Subong — 2 Valid IDs

👑 BEST ACTOR
Martin del Rosario — Tayo Lang ang May Alam

Tonight, we celebrate the artists who remind us of the power of a great performance—and the stories that deserve to be seen. ❤️

Congratulations to Cinemalaya’s Best! 🏆🎬

17/08/2026

🏆 NETPAC AWARDEE. STATUS EXTENDED. 🏆

Dahil STATUS ACCEPTED na tayo sa NETPAC! 🥹🫶🏻 Extended ang hanggang AUGUST 18 para mas marami pang makapanood ng pelikulang nagpaalala sa atin na minsan, ang pangarap ay kailangan lang ng isang taong maniwala. 🎬❤️

🎟️ AUGUST 18 SCREENINGS

📍 Shangri-La Plaza
• 11:30 AM — Cinema 2
• 2:30 PM — Cinema 1 & Premiere Theater
• 8:30 PM — Cinema 3

📍 Ayala Malls Manila Bay / Glorietta
• 8:30 PM

📍 Ayala Malls Circuit / Market! Market! / Trinoma
• 2:30 PM

📍 Gateway Mall
• 12:00 PM — Cinema 16
• 3:00 PM — Cinema 11 & 17
• 9:00 PM — Cinema 12

Baka ito na ang sign mo. ✨
Kung hindi mo pa nakita si Biring, ngayon na. Kung nakita mo na, isama mo naman ang taong kailangan makakita nito. 🥹

One more screening. One more chance to be seen.
See you in the cinemas. 🎬

17/08/2026

✨ SHE DREAMED. SHE WAS SEEN. SHE WAS HEARD. ✨

Biring’s dream was never just about making it big—it was about being seen, heard, and given a chance.

Tonight, celebrates a beautiful reminder that sometimes, the dreams we’re told are impossible are the very ones worth fighting for. 🥹❤️

These awards are not just ours. They belong to every dreamer who kept going, even when the answer was “rejected.”

Tonight, Biring’s dream is STATUS: ACCEPTED. 🏆🎬

17/08/2026

JUST KWEEN THINGZ….BEST ACTRESS, RUBY RUIZ! 👑

For every quiet heartbreak, every sacrifice, and every dream Biring carried—Ruby Ruiz brings home the Cinemalaya Best Actress award. 🥹❤️

Biring’s story is finally really seen

17/08/2026

🏆 BEST ACTRESS, RUBY RUIZ! 👑

Congratulations to Ruby Ruiz, who shares this year’s Cinemalaya Best Actress award for with Marietta Subong of 2 Valid IDs. ✨

Literally, she is the ✨QUEEN✨ IFYKYK 😌 With four Cinemalaya acting wins to her name, Ruby Ruiz continues to make history at the festival. 🥹🏆

This moment is yours, Tita Ruby. ❤️🎬