In photo: From ABS-CBN: President & CEO Carlo L. Katigbak, Chairman Mark Lopez, COO for Broadcast Cory Vidanes
From TV5: Chairman Manny V. Pangilinan, President and CEO Guido Zaballero and MQuest Ventures/Cignal President & CEO Jane Basas.
The End of an Era: TV5 and ABS-CBN Part Ways Effective January 2026
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the Philippine media industry, TV5 Network Inc. has officially decided to terminate its content supply agreement with ABS-CBN Corporation. The partnership, which served as a lifeline for Kapamilya content after its 2020 franchise loss, will formally conclude on January 2, 2026.
Why the TV5-ABS-CBN Deal Ended
The decision follows a period of reported financial friction between the two media giants. According to official disclosures, TV5 issued a notice of termination earlier this month, citing unsettled financial obligations and issues regarding the remittance of advertising revenues.
While ABS-CBN initially disputed the "amounts and manner" of the claims, the company confirmed on December 17, 2025, that it has now settled all obligations with TV5 and MediaQuest Holdings.
"We thank Mr. Manny V. Pangilinan and TV5 for providing a home for some ABS-CBN programs since 2021," ABS-CBN stated in a press release, marking an amicable but definitive end to the four-year collaboration.
Kapamilya Artist Apologizes to MVP
Adding a personal touch to the corporate transition, reports have surfaced regarding a prominent Kapamilya artist who reached out to Manny V. Pangilinan (MVP).
During the height of the payment dispute rumors, the artist—whose shows were aired on the Kapatid network—reportedly expressed a sincere apology to the tycoon for the "unintended stress" the financial delays may have caused. This gesture underscores the deep professional respect between the talents and the businessman who opened his doors to them during their most challenging years.
The New Home: Kapamilya Channel Shifts to ALLTV
As one door closes, another opens. ABS-CBN has wasted no time in securing a new platform for its loyal viewers. Starting January 2, 2026, the Kapamilya Channel will officially air on ALLTV, owned by Advanced Media Broadcasting System (AMBS).
What to expect on ALLTV:
* Prime Primetime Shows: FPJ’s Batang Quiapo, Roja, and What Lies Beneath.
* Variety & News: It’s Showtime, ASAP, and the flagship news program TV Patrol.
* Expansion: This deal expands on the 2024 partnership where ALLTV began airing Jeepney TV content.
Where else can you watch?
* A2Z: Remains a primary home for ABS-CBN programs.
* GMA Network: Will continue to air It’s Showtime and Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab 2.0.
What This Means for Viewers
For the "Kapamilya" faithful, the transition means re-scanning digital boxes. While the departure from TV5 marks the end of a historic "Kapatid-Kapamilya" alliance, the move to ALLTV (which occupies the former ABS-CBN Frequency Channel 2) feels like a symbolic "homecoming" for the network.
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