Warner Bros Pictures has added its first Philippines’ romance drama – "Under Parallel Skies" – to its film distribution slate in Southeast Asia.

The deal for three markets puts 28 Squared Studios’ debut feature in theatres across the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand from 17 April following its festival premiere in Hong Kong earlier this month. 

"Under Parallel Skies", directed by Sigrid Bernardo ("UnTrue"), premieres in Singapore on 1 May and in Thailand on 9 May. 

The movie stars Thailand’s Win Metawin as bachelor Parin opposite Filipino actress Janella Salvador as hotel receptionist, Iris. 

When Parin travels to Hong Kong in search of his missing mother, he meets Iris, who  helps him navigate love, heartbreak, and healing in the foreign city amid their differences in culture and identity.

Shot in Hong Kong in June/July 2023 with support from the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the film features iconic local locations, including Kowloon City and Tai O. 

The movie is produced by 28 Squared Studios in co-production with Two Infinity Entertainment of Hong Kong.

28 Squared Studios was set up by Richard Juan to champion content from Southeast Asia. Juan is CEO and executive producer, with Kristhoff Cagape as COO.