Gab Lagman on Basketball, Acting, and the Long Game

A journey of grit, gratitude, and growth The scent of floor wax and the hollow thud of a basketball against a hardwood court are the sensory anchors that keep Gab Lagman tethered to reality. Long before the blinding flash of paparazzi cameras, there was the solitary glow of a gymnasium at dawn and the gritty..

Jianzen Deananeas

Culture and Entertainment Writer

Jianzen Deananeas is VMAN Southeast Asia’s Culture and Entertainment Writer, specializing in music, tech, science, and health, as well as pop culture commentary across the region.

He excels in musical analysis, in-depth writing, and crafting compelling narratives that connect industry insiders with a global audience while exploring how modern media shapes contemporary culture.

During his collegiate days, he earned international recognition as an awardee of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) Mark of Excellence Awards, honoring his commitment to editorial integrity and storytelling.

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