It’s always a sight to see when Star Wars devotees come together to celebrate the latest film in the long-running franchise. Things were no different at the recent Philippine premiere of The Mandalorian and Grogu, where fans gathered to be among the first in the country to see the newest LucasFilm outing on the big screen.
A parade of fans dressed as Stormtroopers, Jedi Knights, and Rebel Fighters marched from SM North EDSA’s Atrium all the way up to the mall’s IMAX cinema to catch the first Philippine screening of The Mandalorian and Grogu. The Atrium activation, with its interactive Star Wars-themed elements, offered the perfect place for the fandom to share moments and snap new memories. It’s been seven years since we last sat in the dark and heard John Williams’ iconic fanfare, and this time, it’s Ludwig Göransson’s The Mandalorian theme that welcomed us. Fans across generations took the time to pose for pictures, interact with a life-sized AT-AT Walker, and swap stories about custom costumes with other viewers.
The Mandalorian and Grogu is currently screening in cinemas nationwide, complete with a variety of formats. With SM Cinema in particular, the film can be enjoyed either with the immersive scale of IMAX, the 270-degree panoramic action of SCREENX, the premium comfort of the Directors Club, or the convenience of a regular theater.
And, if you’re hoping to bring a piece of the galaxy back home, then there are a number of collectibles available. There’s a limited edition of The Mandalorian and Grogu tumbler available until June 18 at select SM Cinema locations. And if you catch the movie in IMAX until June 3 while wearing a Star Wars fit, you may have a chance to win a limited-edition Uniqlo UT shirt. All you need to do is purchase two IMAX tickets, snap a photo of them with your movie fit, and share them on Facebook with the hashtag, #TeesIsTheWayToSMCinema. Participating IMAX branches are SM Mall of Asia, SM North EDSA, SM Megamall, SM Aura, SM City Clark, SM Cebu, SM Lanang, and SM Iloilo.
From watching the blockbuster to buying the latest Star Wars-themed merch, all these activities and more are available through SM North EDSA. The mall is a premier entertainment destination, offering a venue that continuously brings global entertainment experiences closer to Filipino fans. What’s more, it is part of SM’s commitment to creating immersive lifestyle and entertainment experiences.
Catch The Mandalorian and Grogu now in cinemas nationwide.
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The Philippine premiere took place at SM North EDSA, where fans dressed as Stormtroopers, Jedi Knights, and Rebel Fighters paraded from the mall’s Atrium up to its IMAX cinema. The Atrium hosted a Star Wars-themed activation with interactive elements, including a life-sized AT-AT Walker for photos.
The Mandalorian and Grogu is screening in cinemas nationwide. At SM Cinema, viewers can choose IMAX, SCREENX with its 270-degree panoramic format, the premium Directors Club, or a regular theater, depending on the branch and the kind of viewing experience they prefer.
The Mandalorian and Grogu is the latest LucasFilm feature and Star Wars’ first theatrical release in seven years. Instead of John Williams’ familiar fanfare, it opens with Ludwig Göransson’s Mandalorian theme, carrying the sound of the Disney+ series onto the big screen.
SM Cinema offered a limited-edition The Mandalorian and Grogu tumbler, available until June 18, 2026, at select locations. The premiere also featured Star Wars-themed merchandise and activities at SM North EDSA, alongside a separate IMAX promo tied to a Uniqlo UT shirt giveaway.
Moviegoers who watched in IMAX until June 3, 2026, in a Star Wars outfit could enter by buying two IMAX tickets, photographing them with their outfit, and posting on Facebook with #TeesIsTheWayToSMCinema. Participating branches included SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, SM Aura, SM Cebu, and SM Iloilo.
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