SM brings back its nationwide talent competition happening in 70 SM malls across the country, with preliminary screening set to begin on July 15. The launch of the SM Little Stars was attended by Project Lead Carinna Sy (5th from right) with (from left) 2017 Grand Girl Winner Gaea Salipot, 2013 Boy Grand Winner Nhikzy Calma, 2013 3rd Place Winner Esang De Torres, judge Sam Concepcion, judge Teacher Georcelle, SM Supermalls President Steven Tan, SM Supermalls Senior Vice President for Marketing Joaquin San Agustin, Sparkle GMA Artist Center Vice President Joy Marcelo, and National University Assistant Director of Admissions Alessa Shainne Hostalero.