The Philippine Arts, Film and Television Awards (PAFTA), is an award presented by Philippine Academy of Film and Television Inc. It is founded by Dr. Billy James Uy, (Chairman of the Board), Teresita Tolentino Pambuan, (President and Founder), and Christina Aliada (Executive Vice President) held its first award on February 21, 2026 at Centennial Hall of Manila Hotel, Manila, Philippines.
PAFTA is a SEC-registered arts and cultural institution honoring excellence and individual distinction through awards, workshops, and talent programs that elevate Filipino creativity locally and internationally.
The Philippine Academy of Film and Television Arts has inaugurated its first award on February 21, 2026 at Manila Hotel's Centennial Hall by PAFTA Committee which is composed of Billy James Uy (Chairman of the Board), Teresita Tolentino Pambuan (President and Founder), Christina U. Aliada (Executive Vice President), Charlemagne Arceta (Vice President), Jocelyn Reyala (Corporate Secretary), Jenalyn Aliada (Secretary), Rafy Gellang (Treasurer), Edward Ralph Santos (Auditor), Nico Lizardo and Karen Rose Sumandal (PRO).
PAFTA aims to recognize figures in the Philippine entertainment industry in the fields of film, television, theater, modeling, and performing arts.
PAFTA also recognizes significant contributions to cultural leadership, public service, and philanthropy. It also honors individuals and institutions whose work "inspires communities" and "strengthens the nation".
Films
Television
Theater