MANILA, Philippines — The “Queen of All Media” is preparing for her return to the spotlight. In a heartfelt social media update on Saturday, April 18, 2026, Kris Aquino hinted at an upcoming comeback project involving her longtime friend and “godson,” Kapuso superstar Dingdong Dantes.
While Aquino remained tight-lipped about the specific details of the show, she revealed that Dantes has played a pivotal role in assembling the production team that will manage her return.
Aquino shared that due to her ongoing battle with several autoimmune diseases, her working environment requires unique configurations:
- The “Dantes Team”: Aquino noted that she will be working under a specialized team curated by Dantes.
- Health Precautions: Because she is currently undergoing a second cycle of Rituxan (a strong immunosuppressant), her production crew must take “extra precautions” to ensure her safety on set.
- Encouraging Results: Despite the intensity of her medical treatments, Aquino mentioned she has received “encouraging results” from her latest infusion sessions, fueling optimism for her career’s next chapter.
The host-actress also revealed that she recently requested a reschedule for a “final presentation” of her upcoming show. The reason was twofold: her medical schedule and the 19th birthday of her son, Bimby, on April 19.
“I didn’t want to see what my comeback show was going to look and sound like [on Saturday], because this is Bimb’s weekend,” she explained. Aquino celebrated the occasion with a rare dinner out with close family, marking only her second time dining out since returning to the Philippines.
The collaboration marks a reunion for Aquino and Dantes, who first worked together in the 2011 horror hit Segunda Mano. Their bond has remained strong over the years; Aquino served as a principal sponsor (Ninang) at Dantes’ 2014 wedding to Marian Rivera.
Beyond her career, Aquino expressed a deep desire for Bimby to enjoy his youth and eventually find a “special someone.” She praised her son for the “unconditional love” and sacrifices he has made to care for her during her health journey, stating that her best gift to him is letting him choose his own path.
While a premiere date for the “comeback show” has not been announced, the involvement of Dingdong Dantes and a specialized crew suggests that the project is in the advanced stages of development.