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OPM artists Stell Ajero, Jhoanna Robles, and Skusta Clee share heartfelt, personal memories of sari-sari stores in “Pangalan,” highlighting their role in everyday Filipino life.

OPM artists Stell Ajero of SB19, Jhoanna Robles of BINI, and Skusta Clee take part in “Pangalan,” the final installment of the Sari-Sari Stories series, where they share personal reflections on the role of sari-sari stores in Filipino life.

Through their stories, the film highlights how these neighborhood shops have long served as familiar spaces in communities—places people turn to not just for everyday essentials, but also for connection and reliability. Often seen as tanungan, tambayan, and takbuhan, sari-sari stores remain deeply embedded in daily routines across the country.

Following earlier releases “Ways,” “The Sign,” and “The Witness,” the series expands its focus from nostalgia to the continued relevance of sari-sari stores today. These small businesses function as accessible retail touchpoints and entry-level enterprises, supporting household livelihoods while adapting to changing consumer needs.

'Pangalan' stands as a tribute to the resilience and community spirit embodied by sari-sari stores across the Philippines.

Beyond their economic role, sari-sari stores continue to foster a sense of community through proximity, familiarity, and flexible purchasing options—qualities that have helped sustain their presence despite shifts in the retail landscape.

The feature also underscores the broader significance of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the Philippines, particularly in driving local economies and creating opportunities at the grassroots level.

With MSMEs gearing up for upcoming industry events such as the Tindahan Ni Aling Puring Sari-Sari Store Convention in May, the conversation around small business growth and sustainability remains timely.

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