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PHOTOS: ‘An Inconvenient Love’ stars hang out in a convenient afterparty in IKEA!

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Humility Javier

<p>It’s been a phenomenal week celebrating Star Cinema’s highly anticipated comeback to theaters with the premiere of “<em>An Inconvenient Love</em>” starring Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano. </p><p>We’re definitely still in a festive mood as we recount all the memorable moments we had with Donny and Belle at the cast afterparty held at IKEA Pasay City, which took place right after the movie premiere on Nov. 22.  </p><p>Not only did the cast conveniently partied it up at the largest store of the Swedish furniture retailer, but they also enjoyed a night of tasty eats, including IKEA’s signature Swedish meatballs, and delectable cakes from the store’s Swedish Café and Bistro. </p><div> </div><center><img alt="An Inconvenient Love: DonBelle Moments" src="https://aa1a-dctp-s3-entertainment.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/updates/entertainment/2022/11/28/An-Incovenient-Love-IKEA-1.jpg"/></center><div> </div><p>Rise iHub artists and party hosts Mela Habijan and River Joseph kicked off the evening’s festivities by welcoming special guests, celebrities, and influencers who graced the premiere night.  </p><p>Without giving away spoilers, Shanaia Gomez, Kerwin King, and AC Soriano talked about their memorable experience watching Star Cinema’s comeback movie. </p><div> </div><center><img alt="An Inconvenient Love: DonBelle Moments" src="https://aa1a-dctp-s3-entertainment.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/updates/entertainment/2022/11/28/An-Incovenient-Love-IKEA_2.jpg"/></center><div> </div><p>Mela and River also spoke to Krissy Achino (a.k.a. Chino Liu) who played Ben 1, Donny’s plant shop employee in the film.  </p><p>Krissy gushed over seeing herself for the first time on the big screen: “I have no words.” </p><div> </div><center><img alt="An Inconvenient Love: DonBelle Moments" src="https://aa1a-dctp-s3-entertainment.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/updates/entertainment/2022/11/28/An-Incovenient-Love-IKEA_3.jpg"/></center><div> </div><p>Esnyr Ranollo, who starred alongside Donny and Belle in the 2021 romantic-comedy “<em>Love Is Color Blind</em>”, made a striking entrance to the party with “<em>He’s Into Her</em>” stars Criza Taa and Ashley del Mundo. </p><div> </div><center><img alt="An Inconvenient Love: DonBelle Moments" src="https://aa1a-dctp-s3-entertainment.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/updates/entertainment/2022/11/28/An-Incovenient-Love-IKEA_4.jpg"/></center><div> </div><p>Moira dela Torre and Zack Tabudlo, whose songs are featured in the official soundtrack of “<em>An Inconvenient Love</em>”, also graced the event in all-black ensembles. </p><div> </div><center><img alt="An Inconvenient Love: DonBelle Moments" src="https://aa1a-dctp-s3-entertainment.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/updates/entertainment/2022/11/28/An-Incovenient-Love-IKEA_5.jpg"/></center><div> </div><p>The afterparty went straight into high gear upon the arrival of Donny, Belle, and director Petersen Vargas. </p><p>They made every head turn as Belle dazzled in a fuchsia pantsuit next to Donny who looked dapper in a black outfit with gold accents.  </p><p>Clad in a gray tailored suit, Direk Petersen also celebrated the night in style. </p><div> </div><center><img alt="An Inconvenient Love: DonBelle Moments" src="https://aa1a-dctp-s3-entertainment.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/updates/entertainment/2022/11/28/An-Incovenient-Love-IKEA_6.jpg"/></center><div> </div><p>To make the celebration even sweeter, Donny dedicated a toast to the whole production crew, their supporters, and audiences. </p><p>“I dedicate this to everyone behind the film and to all our supporters who watched today, and everyone who’s gonna watch the film. That it may be a success. Cheers!” he said, as everyone raised their glasses. </p><p>ABS-CBN Films head Kriz Gazmen, creative director Carmi Raymundo, and screenwriter Daisy Cayanan stood next to DonBelle and Direk Petersen during the special toast. </p><div> </div><center><img alt="An Inconvenient Love: DonBelle Moments" src="https://aa1a-dctp-s3-entertainment.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/updates/entertainment/2022/11/28/An-Incovenient-Love-IKEA_7.jpg"/></center><div> </div><p>For the rest of the night, Donny and Belle basked in all the joy and gratitude, with their respective families as well as friends from Star Cinema, Rise Artists Studio, and IKEA Philippines.  </p><div> </div><center><img alt="An Inconvenient Love: DonBelle Moments" src="https://aa1a-dctp-s3-entertainment.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/updates/entertainment/2022/11/28/An-Incovenient-Love-IKEA_8.jpg"/></center><div> </div><p>Going by the fun memories made during the afterparty, we’re sure Donny and Belle’s respective characters in the film, Manny and Ayef, would have loved to join in on the fun. </p><p>With Ayef’s knack for incredible design and Manny’s ability to liven up any space with his love for plants, the convenient afterparty at IKEA would make the perfect venue for them to get together, don’t you think? Well, we can definitely picture it! Plus, did you know that you can also host your very own party at IKEA? Check out the store’s <a href="https://www.facebook.com/IKEAPhilippinesOfficial/" target="_blank"><em><u>Facebook page</u></em></a> for more details. </p><p>Get to know more about Manny and Ayef by watching &quot;<em>An Inconvenient Love</em>&quot;, now showing in theaters nationwide! </p>