What’s in store for the stars this ‘Year of the Wood Dragon’

Marites Allen wears green, said to be the auspicious color for the year./ARMIN P. ADINA

In the lunar calendar, 2024 is designated as the “Year of the Wood Dragon,” with the New Year starting on Feb. 10 when a new moon cycle commences. Noted Filipino geomancer Marites Allen discussed what people under the different animal signs may possibly expect, and INQUIRER.net looked at the probable fortunes of some of the most popular local celebrities based on the years they were born.

Allen gathered a select group of media scribes at the swanky Manila House Private Club at the Bonifacio Global City in Taguig City late last year and said, “the Year of the Wood Dragon 2024 symbolizes fresh starts and potential for growth and progress.” This year also signifies the start of the “wood” cycle in the lunar calendar. Last year was the Year of the Water Rabbit which corresponds to fluidity, flexibility, and changes.

“Let go of the old. Welcome the new and nurture our dreams for a brighter future,” Allen reminded the guests, adding that 2024 is also a year for love and romance, especially for those born under the rat, monkey, dragon, and rooster signs.

Bea Alonzo

Rabbits, such as Kapuso star and newly-engaged actress Bea Alonzo, are in for a year of transformation and positivity. The dragon ushers in a more favorable and promising time for rabbits, who are advised to embrace rejuvenation and positivity.

Liza Soberano

Abundance and miracles await those born in the year of the Tiger, like Liza Soberano, whose Hollywood debut movie “Lisa Frankenstein” will be released internationally next month. The universe is aligned for good fortune for tigers. “Open your heart to the unexpected,” Allen said.

Anne Curtis and Joshua Garcia

Miracles also await those born in the year of the Ox, including Anne Curtis and Joshua Garcia. “The heavens shine upon Ox-born individuals,” Allen declared. Oxen may reap unexpected wins, and are told to embrace the journey.

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Kathryn Bernardo and Marian Rivera

People born in the year of the Rat like Kathryn Bernardo and Marian Rivera may also look forward to great fortune. Blessings of luck and abundance are seen for those under the sign, who are also expected to overcome challenges. Allen advises them to invest in land, gold, and silver, and to “cultivate wisdom for abundance.”

Maine Mendoza

“A thrilling adventure awaits” those born in the year of the Boar like “dabarkads” Maine Mendoza, Allen said. There may be challenges, but opportunities will still abound, she continued. Boar-born people must harness their “ability to navigate gracefully,” she added.

Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray/ARMIN P. ADINA

Catriona Gray

Those born in the year of the dog, like soon-to-be-wed Catriona Gray, are advised to “embrace change for success.” Allen said 2024 is a “conflict year” for them, with the presence of positive and negative forces. “They may consider changes in location, career, or appearance,” she said.

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Coco Martin

Rooster-born people, such as primetime king Coco Martin, should prioritize their health and well-being. Allen said there is a potential for chaos and challenges for them in 2024, and must be “cautious about illness impacting work.”

Dingdong Dantes

Rivera’s husband Dingdong Dantes may also have a favorable year, being born in the year of the Monkey. Allen said 2024 sets a path to victory for Monkey-born people, and “doors to immense fortune” will open up for them.

Andrea Brillantes

A year of wins and abundance also awaits those born in the year of the Sheep, like controversial young star Andrea Brillantes. “You are destined to be a winner,” Allen said, adding that “opportunities can multiply to nine times.”

Kim Chiu

Newly-single Kim Chiu may look forward to a year of prosperity, being born in the year of the Horse. But while Horse-born people may continue to reap the rewards of prosperity, Allen warned them to “watch out for robbery, losses, and injuries.”

Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach/ARMIN P. ADINA

Pia Wurtzbach

A “year of promise” awaits Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach and other people born in the year of the Snake. Allen said the animal evokes “serenity and peace,” and those under the sign should be mindful so the blessings will not slip away. “Watch out for misfortunes,” she added.

Vice Ganda

Those born in the year of the Dragon, like comedian Vice Ganda, may also look forward to a “year of promise.” Allen said, “dragons bring calmness, peace, and tranquility.” Like the snake, they are also advised to be cautious not to let the blessings slip away. They must also prioritize their health because “hurdles may be health-related,” she added.

Allen also said the Year of the Wood Dragon will see a lot of female prowess. “Women will reign supreme in 2024,” she said. Middle aged women, she added, will “rise in fame, innovation, power, technology, and new media.”

She will have a more expansive and in-depth discussion of what 2024 will bring for each animal sign at her annual feng shui convention, “Harmony, Renewal, and Unity in the Year of the Wood Dragon 2024” at the Inhub Lighthouse Theater at the HMRD Industrial Park in Western Bicutan, Taguig City, on Jan. 19.