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<\/p>\nABS-CBN\u2019s documentary on the nation\u2019s girl group, BINI, has been shortlisted for the 2025 New York Festivals TV and Film Awards in the Best Documentary\u2014Biography and Profiles category.<\/p>\n
“BINI Chapter 1: Born to Win,” produced by iWantOriginals and ABS-CBN News Documentaries, captures the group\u2019s defining moments, offering an in-depth look at the group\u2019s journey\u2014from auditions to the group\u2019s rise to stardom.<\/p>\n
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The documentary film also features the narratives and experiences of BINI Jhoanna, Maloi, Gwen, Mikha, Aiah, Colet, Sheena, and Stacey.<\/p>\n
Directed by filmmaker Jet Leyco, written by ABS-CBN chief of reporters Jeff Canoy, edited by Brian Gonzales, and produced by Karen Namora, Hera Sanchez, and Tanya Navarro, the film serves as ABS-CBN News\u2019 first feature-length documentary in four years.<\/p>\n
The winners of the 2025 New York Festivals TV and Film Awards will be announced at a storytelling gala ceremony on May 22, honoring outstanding content from over 50 countries.<\/p>\n
ABS-CBN News previously garnered recognitions at the New York Festivals, including a Bronze World Medal for Best Public Affairs Program for “KBYN: Kaagapay ng Bayan,” a Bronze World Medal for Best Documentary for “#NoFilter: Tao Po,” a Gold World Medal for the Marawi documentary “Di Ka Pasisiil,” and a Silver World Medal for the modern slavery documentary “Fedelina: A Stolen Life,” among others.<\/p>\n
“BINI Chapter 1: Born to Win” is currently available to stream for free on iWantTFC. Viewers can also enjoy the documentary on a larger screen using select devices, including Chromecast and AirPlay.<\/p>\n
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