Filipino group BINI is collaborating with DreamWorks on the upcoming animated film "Forgotten Island" [3].
The partnership marks a significant milestone for Filipino representation in global media, placing a P-pop act at the center of a major U.S. animation project. As the group expands its international footprint, this collaboration bridges the gap between Southeast Asian musical trends and Western cinematic distribution.
During an interview with AP entertainment journalist Liam McEwan at San Diego Comic-Con, the eight members — Jhoanna, Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, and Sheena — discussed their role in the production [1]. The group said they are creating music for the film and discussed the importance of representing Filipino culture on an international stage [1], [2].
"Forgotten Island" is scheduled for release in 2026 [3]. The project's soundtrack is a central piece of the group's current musical evolution, blending their signature sound with the requirements of a cinematic narrative [1], [3].
According to reports, the film had a preview at the Annecy Animation Film Festival earlier this year [3]. The group's involvement in the project follows a period of rapid global rise, as they transition from regional popularity to high-profile collaborations with major American studios [1], [2].
Throughout the interview, the members said their identity as Filipino artists informs their approach to the soundtrack. They said their presence in a DreamWorks production serves as a platform to showcase Filipino talent and cultural nuances to a worldwide audience [1], [2].
“The eight-member Filipino group discussed global representation and their musical evolution.”
The inclusion of BINI in a DreamWorks production signals a strategic shift by Western studios to integrate P-pop and Filipino cultural identifiers to capture the growing global interest in Southeast Asian entertainment. This move mirrors the broader 'Hallyu' effect, where regional music genres are leveraged to diversify the appeal of mainstream American animation.
