They say you’re not a complete star unless you’ve headlined a blockbuster film. For many Filipino superstars, their immense popularity on mainstream television has seamlessly transitioned into box office success.
Unlike TV actors whose performances come as part of a free experience, movie stars belong to an exclusive league—people willingly pay to watch them on the big screen. While every film star has had their share of flops, their biggest hits help sustain and shape the local entertainment industry.
Who are the highest-grossing Filipino female movie stars of the 21st century? Based on the total earnings of their films since 2000, here are the top 20:
1. Kathryn Bernardo
With Hello, Love, Goodbye becoming the highest-grossing Filipino film ever (₱1.6 billion globally), Kathryn Bernardo has amassed a staggering total of ₱5.6 billion at the box office, surpassing Vice Ganda’s previous record of ₱5.2 billion. She remains the only Filipino actress with two films that crossed ₱800 million.
Major Films: The Hows of Us (₱810M), Hello, Love, Goodbye (₱880M), A Very Good Girl (₱100M), and more.
2. Bea Alonzo
Dubbed as her generation’s movie queen, Alonzo has starred in numerous box office hits, including the record-breaking A Second Chance, which won her the Phenomenal Box Office Star award.
Major Films: One More Chance, A Second Chance, Four Sisters & A Wedding, The Mistress, Unbreakable
3. Aiai delas Alas
The highest-grossing female comedian in the Philippines, Ai-Ai’s Tanging Ina series cemented her as a comedy queen, delivering humor with social relevance.
Major Films: Ang Tanging Ina series, Enteng Ng Ina Mo, Sisterakas, My Bebe Love
4. Toni Gonzaga
From TV host to box office darling, Gonzaga’s hit films, including Starting Over Again, have made her a leading rom-com queen.
Major Films: My Amnesia Girl, Starting Over Again, You’re My Boss, Four Sisters & A Wedding
5. Angelica Panganiban
A versatile actress, Panganiban has seamlessly transitioned from child star to one of the most bankable drama actresses in Philippine cinema.
Major Films: That Thing Called Tadhana, The Unmarried Wife, Exes Baggage, One More Try
6. Kris Aquino
The undisputed “Horror Queen,” Kris Aquino has starred in some of the biggest horror hits in Philippine cinema history.
Major Films: Feng Shui 1 & 2, Sukob, Etiquette for Mistresses, My Little Bossings
7. Iza Calzado
With success spanning drama and horror, Calzado remains a powerful presence in Filipino cinema.
Major Films: Starting Over Again, Haunted Mansion, Shake Rattle & Roll Extreme
8. Sarah Geronimo
Balancing a career as a singer and actress, Geronimo has headlined several blockbuster romcoms with top leading men.
Major Films: A Very Special Love, You Changed My Life, It Takes a Man and a Woman, Miss Granny
9. Anne Curtis
One of the most commercially successful stars of her generation, Curtis’ box office dominance is undeniable.
Major Films: No Other Woman, Buy Bust, Just A Stranger, Sid & Aya
10. Marian Rivera
Rivera’s latest hit, Rewind, made history as the first Filipino film to cross ₱1 billion.
Major Films: Temptation Island, Kung Fu Divas, Rewind
11. Eugene Domingo
A rare actress capable of carrying both indie and mainstream hits, Domingo remains one of the most bankable comediennes.
Major Films: Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank, Kimmy Dora series, Here Comes the Bride
12. Judy Ann Santos
A legendary actress whose films, including Kasal, Kasali, Kasalo, have been both critically and commercially successful.
Major Films: Till There Was You, Don’t Give Up On Us, Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo
13. Angel Locsin
Known for her versatility, Locsin’s films combine romance, action, and drama, making her one of the most respected actresses in the industry.
Major Films: One More Try, In The Name of Love, Unofficially Yours
14. Kim Chiu
Chiu’s films have consistently performed well, particularly her romantic comedies and horror movies.
Major Films: Bride for Rent, The Ghost Bride, Da One That Ghost Away
15. Nadine Lustre
With box office hits and an MMFF Best Actress award for Deleter, Lustre has cemented herself as a star actress.
Major Films: Diary ng Panget, Never Not Love You, Ulan, Deleter
16. Kristine Hermosa
Despite being on hiatus, Hermosa’s past blockbusters continue to keep her on this list.
Major Films: Forevermore, Enteng Kabisote series
17. Claudine Barretto
An award-winning actress, Barretto’s films have stood the test of time.
Major Films: Got 2 Believe, Milan, Sukob
18. Cristine Reyes
Reyes became a box office queen with No Other Woman and continues to star in critically acclaimed films.
Major Films: No Other Woman, Seven Sundays, Trophy Wife
19. Liza Soberano
With a small but mighty filmography, Soberano has delivered consistent box office results.
Major Films: My Ex & Whys, Alone/Together
20. Maricel Soriano
The Diamond Star remains a powerhouse in Philippine cinema, proving her staying power over the years.
Major Films: Mano Po, Filipinas, Momzillas, Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy
Did we miss your favorite? Let us know in the comments!
