Pinoy Celebrity News

KC Concepcion Daring Pictures in Rogue Magazine

2012-01-31T00:26:00.000+08:00

KC Concepcion's daring pictures in Rogue Magazine has been the talk of the blogosphere for the past few days. It has been in all types of media and also became a trending topic in Twitter. But what makes this different from the previous pictures of KC Concepcion?

Here are the pictures and decide for yourself why.

There are a lot of people who praised KC for this pictorials. Even her mother gave a thumbs up for it. What do you think?

Oprah Says Ms. Philippines Deserves to Win the 2011 Miss Universe Pageant

2011-09-14T00:45:00.003+08:00

There are websites that quote Ms. Oprah Winfrey who says Ms. Philippines should have won the Miss Universe Pageant. Here is what Oprah said:

"I have reservations with the results. If the only basis is the Q and A portion, after having been trimmed down to 5, Ms. Philippines deserved to win. What made her different from the rest is that she had no seconds to rethink of her answer as she had no interpreter to break the ice. The rest had their interpreters and having breaks on seconds to think about their answers. Hands down, Ms. Philippines answered straight to the point."

What do you think?

Coco Martin and Matteo Guidicelli Fights Over Maja Salvador

2011-09-09T00:08:00.000+08:00

Actors Coco Martin and Mateo Guidicelli were said to be featured in a fistfight during the Star Magic Ball held at the Salon De Ning. This brought the party into a commotion and that event was highlighted in various showbiz talks the day after.

It is said that the reason why the two actors were in a brawl was actress Maja Salvador. During the interview of Boy Abunda in The Buzz, Maja admitted that she was the reason why the incident happened. She further admitted that Matteo is her real life boyfriend and that he get jealous to Coco Martin when the latter kissed her in the lips.

After the fight was over, there were some bruises in the face of Matteo, which it means that he received more of the telling blows from Coco. Some observers say that the training of Coco Martin in martial arts for his action films helped a lot in that fight. Both actors were sorry for what happened.

Kim Chiu and Piolo Pascual in a New Movie

2011-06-27T15:37:00.000+08:00

Piolo Pascual and Kim Chiu are going to pair in a movie project that is now currently in the buzz although there is still no final detail on it. As early as today, there are already critics that are trying to undermine the project. Rumors came out that the project is already in the shelves.

But those rumors are not true. In fact, the script is already in the hands of Piolo and Kim Chiu and they are already reviewing it. Fans of Gerald Anderson and Kim Chiu are very happy that finally Kim has moved on and is now having a new love team in the person of Piolo.

Willie Revillame Hits Wall Street Journal

2011-03-10T15:27:00.000+08:00

Willie Revillame proves that he is not only for the local entertainment scene but for international media as well. Willie has been featured in no less than the Wall Street Journal in a full page spread titled "Willing Willie Jolts Philippine TV".

The author of the article is James Hookway who talks about the Philippine TV scene since Willie transferred from ABS-CBN to TV5. He noted that TV5 grabbed 29% of the weekend prime-time audience share in Mega Manila overtaking ABS-CBN in the fourth quarter of 2010. Willie Revillame currently hosts the show with Shalani Soledad.

For more details on the Wall Street Journal report, click here.

Sarah Geronimo and Gerald Anderson in Catch Me...I'm Falling

2011-02-28T05:28:00.000+08:00

Pop singer Sarah Geronimo and Gerald Anderson are going to star in the upcoming romantic movie "Catch Me...I'm Falling" under Star Cinema and Viva Entertainment. This will be the summer offering of the said movie outfits for the year 2011.

Source: pep.ph

As of this writing, Sarah and Gerald have already finished one scene of the movie and with that short span of time working together, they are already saying positive things about each other.

"Nakaka-isang eksena pa lang kasi kami, but after this concert [What Love Is held last February 12], I'm sure, everyday na kaming magkakasama. But dun sa isang beses na nakatrabaho ko si Sarah, nakita ko na talagang focused siya. Talagang she will make it sure na maganda ang kalabasan nung project namin.", Gerald said in an interview.

Sarah on her part, praises Gerald in his professionalism and his respect towards her.

"Catch Me...I'm Falling" is directed by Mae Cruz and is scheduled to be in more than 100 theaters nationwide on March 23, 2011.

Kris Aquino Says She is NOt Dating Mayor Junjun Binay

2011-02-25T12:14:00.000+08:00

Once again, Kris Aquino denies she is dating Mayor Junjun Binay. In her twitter account, Kris said, "I don't want to invade mayor jun's privacy, but if he's dating, it's not me he's dating. I'm not dating or seeing anybody, nobody I'm aware of is interested in anything romantic w/ me. I'm not gonna say I'm happy, but I'm PEACEFUL."

image from pep.ph

She further said that even her sisteer Ballsy was asked about Kris Aquino's relationship with Jun Binay and Ballsy also denied it.

The rumors of her dating Mayor Jun Binay came again into life when the two were spotted in the birthday party of Sen. Jinggoy Estrada last SAturday in Mandaluyong City.

Kris Aquino added saying "Among everybody na nili-link sa akin, he's the only one I have been communicating with. Kaklaruhin ko po, hindi siya nanliligaw sa akin. Pero matalik ko siyang kaibigan. Nakilala ko siya when I was grieving for my mother. Nakilala niya ako when he lost his wife."

Maria Aragon in Ellen DeGeneres Show

2011-02-23T15:07:00.003+08:00

YouTube sensation Maria Aragon is slowly getting her breaks. Recently, she was invited by no other than Ellen DeGeneres in her show and performed the song that made her popular in YouTube. The audience gave her an standing ovation after her rendetion of Lady Gaga's "Born this Way".

It can be remembered that Maria Aragon became an overnight star when Lady Gaga posted in her Twitter account praising Maria's rendition of her song "Born This Way".

"Can't stop crying watching this. This is why I make music. She is the future." Lady Gaga said in her tweet.

Prior to her appearance in Ellen DeGeneres show, Maria Aragon was personally invited by Lady Gaga to appear in her concert in Canada this coming March.

Angel Locsin - Phil Younghusband Date Finally Pushed Through

2011-02-23T14:49:00.001+08:00

After some drama, Phil Younghusband and actress Angel Locsin has finally pushed through with their much hyped date. They were seen together in a shooting range in Taguig last Sunday. This was reported by Bianca Gonzales in the showbiz talk show Showbiz News Ngayon.

"I think I can say this because it was a public place. May napa-who's that girl noong Sunday night kasi na-spot di umano sa Taguig ang isang Azkal player nagngangalang Phil Younghusband na nasa firing range kasama ng Angel Locsin,” Gonzalez said.

"So I guess finally natuloy na and I think I can say na because it was a public place at public naman sila," she added.

Even the other host, Boy Abunda, has confirmed he received same report about the said date of Angel Locsin and Phil.

There are rumors that the invitation of Phil to Angel for a date was just a dare from his teammates but those has remained as rumors.

Adrianne Palicki is the New Wonder Woman

2011-02-22T23:14:00.000+08:00

It is a good news for the Wonder Woman fanatics - the said show is going to have it's remake at NBC. There were a lot of speculations as who is going to portray the lead role, which was originally portrayed by actress Lynda Carter.

Out of the names that were submitted for selection, the name of Adrianne Palicki stood among the rest. The "Friday Night Lights" star was chosen to play the role of Wonder Woman and Adrianne's selection was greeted by positive reactions from the critics. Even Lynda Carter herself congratulated Adrianne Palicki after her name was made public.

The production is now on the go and anytime this year, the series is going to start with Adrianne Palicki wearing the costume of Wonder Woman which made us glued to the TV screens during the 70's.

Piolo Pascual - KC Concepcion Relationship is for Real

2011-01-31T23:04:00.000+08:00

Piolo Pacual has admitted in an exclusive interview by The Buzz that he and KC Concepcion are already in a relationship since October 21, 2010. That revelation made the people in the studio shout to their lungs to show their support to the couple.

Piolo further said that the revelation he made cold serve as a warning to others that KC Concepcion is "already taken".

Willie Revillame Kisses Shalani Soledad (Finally)

2011-01-31T22:57:00.000+08:00

Willie Revillame and Shalani Soledad had their fans in excitement during the birthday celebration of the former when Shalani attempted to kiss Willie, with Willlie's request of course. I said attempted only because when Shalani finally agreed to kiss Willie, Willie teased Shalani and moved his face away. In short, the kiss was not made in TV.

But for the die hard fans of Willie and Shalani Soledad, here is a picture of the two where they finally kissed during the birthday celebration of Willie off the camera.

The picture shown above is a picture taken by Philippine Entertainment Portal during the birthday party of Willie at the Rizal Ballroom of Makati Shangri-La.

Shalani Soledad Joins Willing Willie

2010-11-06T23:54:00.001+08:00

It is now confirmed that the lady co-host mentioned by Willie Revillame is Shalani Soledad. This was the news leaked by PEP today after Willie said in his show it will be revealed this coming Monday who is his lady co-host in Willing Willie.

Here is the news item from PEP:

Si Shalani Soledad ang magiging co-host ni Willie Revillame sa Willing Willie simula sa Lunes, November 8.

Ang magandang 30-year-old politician ang tinutukoy sa blind item sa PEP ALERTS na lumabas ngayong araw, November 6, tungkol sa "isang big-time at kontrobersiyal na female personality na ipapakilala sa Willing Willie sa Lunes, Nov. 8."

Ayon sa impormasyong nakalap ng PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal) kagabi, November 5, nagkasarahan na ang negosasyon sa pagpasok ni Shalani sa programa ni Willie. Pero hindi pa malinaw kung nakakontrata na siya o nasa trial period pa lamang.

Isang malaking hakbang para kay Shalani, na naninilbihan bilang konsehal sa Valenzuela City, ang pagiging co-host ng isang malaganap na variety program gaya ng Willing Willie.

Ibig sabihin kasi nito ay tuluyan nang pinalawak ni Shalani ang kanyang mundo.

Mula sa pulitika ay tatawirin na rin niya ang mundo ng showbiz, kung saan mas magiging target siya ng intriga at kontrobersiya—ngunit mas magkakaroon din siya ng pangalan, mas makikilala sa buong bansa, at mas makaa-attract ng malalaking offers.

Baka nga di maglaon ay endorser na rin siya gaya ni Kris Aquino, ang artistang sinasabi ni Shalani ay paborito niya noong mga panahong wala pa siyang kilala sa showbiz.

Bago pa man kasi nagdesisyon si Shalani na pasukin ang mundo ng telebisyon ay naging laman na siya ng balita sa diyaryo, radio, telebisyon, at news websites.

Bukod sa pagiging political figure, ang pinakadahilan ng interes ng media kay Shalani ay dahil sa naging girlfriend ito ni Pangulong Noynoy Aquino.

Bagamat wala pang direktang kumpirmasyon mula kina Shalani at PNoy, malakas ang usap-usapan na break na ang dalawa pagkatapos ng dalawang taon ng pagiging magkasintahan.

Tinukoy na ng YES! sa November isyu nito ang relasyon ng dalawa. Sinabi ng monthly entertainment magazine na kumpirmadong hiwalay na sila. Binigay pa ng YES!, na affiliate ng PEP, ang mga sumusunod na datos—

Petsa ng kanilang paghihiwalay: September 28; oras: gabi, dinner; lugar: Alfredo's, isang restaurant sa Tomas Morato, Quezon City, kung saan sila unang nagkakilala. Walang third party at walang away. Natabangan na lang si PNOY kay Shalani.

Bago maluklok sa puwesto si PNoy bilang Pangulo ng Pilipinas ay mainit na pinag-usapan ang kanilang relasyon. At nang umupo na sa Malacañang si PNoy ay marami ang nag-abang kung si Shalani na nga ba ang magiging First Lady ng bansa.

Pero malabo nang mangyari ito dahil sa break na nga sila. Bukod dito, naiuugnay na rin ang pangalan nina Shalani at PNoy sa iba.

Samantala, matagal-tagal na rin naman ang bulung-bulungang nasa plano ni Shalani ang pagtakbo for higher office. Hindi na raw ito pang-barangay level lamang. Ito raw ay malamang tumakbo bilang kongresista o senadora sa malapit na hinaharap.

Pag nagkataon, malaking tulong sa kanya ang paglabas sa telebisyon.

Kung sa bagay, hindi na maituturing na baguhan sa harap ng telebisyon si Shalani. Bago kasi niya pinasok ang mundo ng pulitika ay naging field reporter siya para sa UNTelevision.

Gayunpaman, walang karanasan si Shalani sa pag-host o co-host ng programa na gaya ng Willing Willie, na kombinasyon ng games, prizes, contests, song and dance, at nakatutok sa isang masang audience.

Malaki ang stakes sa show na ganito. Pati pag-angat ng TV5 sa industriya ay mukhang nakataya rito.

Si Willie ang inaasahang magbibigay ng bigat sa Kapatid network upang seryosohin ito ng advertisers at ng audience. Kasunod nito, inaasahang mababanggit na ang pangalan ng TV5, kasa-kasama ang ABS-CBN at GMA-7, kapag pinag-uusapan ang major networks ng bansa.

At sa ganitong show, ang sinumang mag-host ay kinakailangang may mabilis na reaction time sa kung anuman ang bumulaga rito. Kailangan rin itong maagap sa mga sitwasyon at marunong sumalo sa kung anuman ang ibato ng audience at lalo pa sa ibabato ng main host na si Willie Revillame.

Sa ngayon, hindi nababakas sa personalidad ni Shalani—or at least sa public image nito—na siya ay magiging mala-Valerie Concepcion o Mariel Rodriguez o Pokwang, ang mga lady co-hosts ni Willie sa dating show na Wowowee sa ABS-CBN.

Ang tatlo ay matatas, lista, at mahusay kumonekta sa guests, liban pa sa sanay na sanay makilaro sa audience habang hindi inaagawan ng papel ang main host. Ito ang mga hahanapin kay Shalani.

Pero ngayon pa man, masasabi nang sa pagpasok ni Shalani sa Willing Willie, tiyak na lalong mabibigyan ng kulay ang lumalakas na bagong programa ni Willie.

Source: http://www.pep.ph/news/27299/-FIRST-READ-ON-PEP:--Shalani-Soledad-will-be-Willie-Revillame's-co-host-in--Willing-Willie--

Jovit Baldivino Prepares for His First Major Concert

2010-10-13T00:57:00.000+08:00

“Pilipinas Got Talent" grand winner Jovit Baldivino will hold his first major concert, titled "Jovit Baldivino, Faithfully," at the Aliw Theater on November 13.

"Sobrang saya. Hindi ko ma-explain ang kasiyahan ko sa ganito kong edad, 17 years old. Hindi ako makapaniwala na magkaka-concert na ako," Baldivino said.

Being one of the most in-demand singers today, Baldivino promised to give his best for his first major show.

He also shared that he will do a surprise production number that will surely entertain the concertgoers.

"Mayroon po akong isang production na talagang aabangan po ng mga tao. Mayroon po ako doong sayaw. Abangan po nila akong sumayaw at mage-enjoy po sila, sobrang mage-enjoy," Baldivino said.

Yeng Constantino, Melai Cantiveros, Jason Francisco, Kim Chiu and Sam Milby will be his special guests.

Directed by Johnny Manahan, Baldivino's concert is produced by MJM Productions in cooperation with ABS-CBN Star Magic.

Currently, Baldivino is busy being part of ABS-CBN television series "Idol," with Sarah Geronimo as the lead star.

Last Sunday over musical variety program "ASAP XV," Baldivino was awarded a platinum record award for his first solo album "Faithfully."

After the success of his first record, Baldivino is now gearing up for his second album.

Baldivino said his new album will be totally different from his first as he is set to do love songs.

He said his new album will not feature original compositions but covers of his favorite love songs.

Source: abs-cbnnews.com

Gerald Anderson & Kim Chiu Breaks Down at the Presscon of their Movie

2010-10-13T00:45:00.000+08:00

Naging emosyunal ang presscon ng Star Cinema movie na Till My Heartaches End kaninang tanghali, October 12, sa Dolphy Theater ng ABS-CBN.

Hindi napigilan ng male lead star ng pelikula na si Gerald Anderson na mapaluha habang nagbubuhos ng kanyang saloobin tungkol sa banta sa kanya at sa kanyang pamilya mula sa fans nila ng kaparehang si Kim Chiu, ang Kimeralds.

Ang mga bantang ito ay nagsimula nang ma-link si Gerald sa kapwa nila Kapamilya star na si Bea Alonzo.

Ayon kay Gerald, may banta ang ilang fans nila ni Kim na bubuhusan siya at si Bea ng asido. May death threat din daw siyang natatanggap at maging ang kanyang ina.

Hindi maintindihan ni Gerald kung bakit umabot sa ganitong punto ang lahat samantalang ang nais lang naman daw niya ay ang magtrabaho nang maayos.

Habang nagsasalita si Gerald ay tuloy-tuloy na ang pagbuhos ng kanyang luha. Pagkatapos niyang magsalita ay nagpaalam siya para siguro ayusin ang kanyang sarili. Pero hindi na bumalik si Gerald sa presscon.

Napag-alaman ng PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal) na dinala ang young actor sa medic dahil sa hyperventilation dulot ng sobrang emosyon na kanyang nararamdaman.

Naiwan sa harap ng stage ng Dolphy Theater si Kim, ang direktor na si Joey Reyes, at iba pang cast members ng pelikula. Hindi na rin nila napigilan ang umiyak, lalo na si Kim.

Habang tuumutulo ang luha, nakiusap si Kim sa Kimerald fans na tigilan na nila ang pagbabanta kay Gerald, sa ina nito, at maging kay Bea dahil siya raw mismo ay nasasaktan na, lalo na para kay Gerald.

Source: pep.ph

Is Kris Aquino the Next MTRCB Chief?

2010-10-12T09:43:00.000+08:00

MANILA, Philippines—I asked MTRCB chair Marissa Laguardia in “Paparazzi” if she approves of Kris Aquino, who’s rumored to be her successor, I was floored when she shot back, “Ikaw gusto mo ba si Kris ang pumalit sa akin?” That brought the house down.

“Whoever President Noy appoints, I will respect his choice and give the next chair my full support,” she said.

What are her sentiments about the court’s decision on MTRCB’s case with ABS-CBN’s “Showtime?”

“Okay naman na magsaya na sila pero ’wag naman masyado,” she warned. “Aapila pa kami. And we will keep a watchful eye so ingat sila.”

As my ma used to say, “Careful careful!”

Source: Dolly Anne Carvajal @ inquirer.net

Ogie Diaz to Marry Female Partner Mirasol

2010-10-12T09:34:00.000+08:00

Gay television host and entertainment columnist Ogie Diaz and his long-time female partner, Mirasol, are planning to get married soon.

Diaz said he is just waiting for the right time to exchange "I do" with the mother of his 4 children.

"Naka-plano yan. May paniniwala lang ako sa buhay, feeling ko lahat lang ng nararamdaman ko kailangan timing kaya kahit 10 years na kami ng aking dyowa, tignan mo kami pa din naman," Diaz said after he signed a one-year contract with ABS-CBN.

He also said they need an ample time to prepare for a simple and solemn wedding.

"Ang gusto ko lang ay tahimik na kasalan ang mangyayari sa amin. Ayos naman talaga at kami pa din hanggang ngayon. Apat ang anak namin, nasa iisa kaming bubong at ‘yon ang importante sa amin," he said.

Diaz, who had his first TV appearance on the popular sitcom "Palibhasa Lalake," is a father to Erin, 9; Godhie, 6; Georgina, 2; and Cory, 1.

Diaz defends Vice Ganda

Meantime, Diaz, also a talent manager, disputed reports that his ward, "Showtime" resident judge and comedian Vice Ganda, has an attitude problem.

"Hindi ninyo kasi nakakasama ang tao kaya madali para sa inyo ang sabihin na lumaki ang ulo niya. Pero ako ang makakapansin niyan dahil 23 years na ako in the business. So, mas malalaman ko kung lumalaki na ang ulo niya," Diaz said.

Diaz said he will be the first one to call Vice Ganda’s attention if indeed fame has gotten into his head.

"Sasabihin ko, ‘Te, people change pero dapat ganito tayo, hindi puwedeng showbiz ang mag-adjust sa atin. Tayo ang mag-aadjust sa kalakaran natin. Kung hindi mo kaya ang kalakaran dito at hindi mo gusto ay huwag mong gawin,’" Diaz said.

Unknown to many, Diaz said Vice Ganda has made adjustments for the sake of his career.

"Hindi ba sabi ni Vice noon pa ay mayabang na siya? Ngayon nabawasan na lang ang kayabangan niya because marami siyang kailangang protektahang tao, because kailangan sa trabaho, because maraming tumitingala sa kanya. So, kailangan niya ding mag-adjust. Kung nasa comedy bar pa din siya, hanggang ngayon siguro ganoon pa din ang attitude niya," Diaz explained.

Source: abs-cbnnews.com

Kim Chiu: I did not attempt to commit suicide

2010-10-11T17:02:00.000+08:00

MANILA, Philippines - Young actress Kim Chiu has blasted speculations about her supposed attempt to commit suicide following her break-up with rumored boyfriend and on-screen partner Gerald Anderson.

In an interview with weekly entertainment show “The Buzz,” Chiu stressed that she would never harm herself. She also pointed out that it is a foolish thing to do.

"Alam mo kalokohan and katangahan para sa akin kung gawin ko 'yon…. Papatayin ko sarili ko, bakit? Parang sinong mag-aalaga sa mga kapatid ko? Sinong bubuhay sa kanila? And may pinagagawa akong bahay, dream [house] ko, sinong magtatapos noon?" Chiu, the breadwinner of her family, said.

Reports about Chiu's alleged attempt to commit suicide have spread like wildfire in the Internet almost 2 months ago. The reports came out amid Chiu and Gerald Anderson’s repeated assertions that they never became a couple.

In her “The Buzz” interview, the actress failed to directly address the break-up issue, but she said the actor is a good person.

"Ito sasabihin ko, lahat ng tao dumadaan sa proseso ng buhay. Nasa taas, nasa ibabaw, malungkot, masaya pero dahan dahan nagiging okay naman ang lahat. Katulad ko masaya naman ako ngayon,” she said.

She added: “And 'yong tungkol kay Ge (Anderson), ayokong isipin na masama siyang tao kasi hindi talaga. Lahat ng mga haters niya parang ako ang nasasaktan para sa kanya."

Anderson has been the subject of nasty comments after rumors about his supposed split with Chiu cropped up.

He is also being romantically linked to Bea Alonzo.

When asked to comment on Anderson-Alonzo’s purported budding romance, Chiu said: "Magandang lalaki si Gerald, aminin natin 'yon. Mabait pa, gentleman. Lahat naman magkaka-gusto sa kanya kaya hindi na imposibleng may ma-link pa sa kanya."

She has nothing against Alonzo, the young actress also maintained.

Chiu, Anderson and Alonzo are mainstays of musical variety show “ASAP XV,” but Chiu and Alonzo are not close friends.

"Hi, hello batian portion [lang kami ni Bea]. Parang ibang circle of friends nila sa ‘ASAP.’ Nagbabatian kami, okay naman po kami," she said.

Chiu also disclosed that she got deeply hurt recently, but she refused to divulge the reason or say if it is connected to the Anderson-Alonzo issue.

"Hindi naman ako robot [na] walang pakiramdam… Sa akin na lang ‘yon, sa sarili ko na lang kung anuman 'yon," the actress said.

Chiu and Anderson recently starred in hit television series "Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo." They are now gearing up for their reunion movie, Star Cinema’s "Till My Heartaches End."

Source: abs-cbnnews.com

Sarah Geronimo, Christian Bautista and Erik Santos win top honors in the 2nd Star Awards for Music

2010-10-11T16:54:00.000+08:00

Top winners sa 2nd Star Awards for Music ng Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) ang ASAP mainstays na sina Sarah Geronimo, Eric Santos, Christian Bautista, Jericho Rosales, at Yeng Constantino.

Kabilang si Christian sa mga host ng parangal, with Jolina Magdangal and Ms. Kuh Ledesma.

Ginanap kagabi, October 10, ang ikalawang taon ng Star Awards for Music sa Henry Lee Irwin Theater ng Ateneo de Manila University, Loyola Heights, Q.C. May telecast ngayong October 11, 10 p.m. to 12 midnight, sa cable channel na Net25.

Si Sarah ang nag-uwi ng pinakamataas na parangal bilang Female Recording Artist of the Year para sa album niyang Music and Me ng Viva Records. Ang kanyang counterpart as Male Recording Artist of the Year ay sina Christian at Erik.

Nag-tie para sa nasabing parangal ang kapwa mahusay na singer-recording artists ng kasalukuyang panahon. Si Erik para sa ni-record niyang mga awitin ng foreign singer na si Jim Brickman, ang The Jim Brickman Songbook ng Star Records, at si Christian para sa kanyang revival album ng mga awitin ni Jose Mari Chan, angRomance Revisited: the Love Songs of Jose Mari Chan, na ni-release ng Universal Records.

Bukod sa nasabing award, nagwagi rin si Erik bilang Male Pop Artist. Katuwang niya as Female Pop Artist of the Year si Nina para sa album niyang Renditions of the Soulmula sa Warner Music.

Napiling Album of the Year ang Lapit ni Yeng Constantino, samantalang nagwaging Song of the Year ang "Pusong Ligaw" na sariling komposisyon ni Jericho Rosales. Kabilang ito sa album ng actor-singer na pinamagatang Change at ni-release ng Star Records.

Big winner din sa lineup si Piolo Pascual na nag-uwi ng dalawang trophies this year: Decades ng Star Records as Revival Album of the Year and Album Cover Design of the Year.

Si Piolo rin ang napiling Male Star of the Night, katuwang si KC Concepcion bilang Female Star of the Night.

Sa Male and Female Faces of the Night category, nagwagi naman sina Jericho at Sarah, respectively.

OTHER FAVORITES. Sa ikalawang pagkakataon ay nanalo sa kategoryang Female Acoustic Artist of the Year si Aiza Seguerra para sa album niyang Aiza Seguerra Liveng Star Records. Nag-tie sila ni Sabrina for I Love Acoustic Too ng MCA Music, Inc.

Mula naman sa GMA Records, nagwagi bilang Compilation Album of the Year angThe Best of Mga Awit ng Kapuso, at ang Kasiping, featuring La Diva, bilang Music Video of the Year. Ang MTV na ito'y idinirek ni Louie Ignacio.

Ang La Diva rin ang napiling winner sa kategoryang Duo/Group Artist of the Year para sa kanilang self-titled album mula sa GMA Records at Sony Music.

Sa mga kategoryang Rap, Jazz, Novelty, R & B, at Rock Artists and Albums ay hindi nakasipot ang mga winners, kundi man na-late ang mga ito at nagpasalamat na lang when it was their turn to deliver their thank-you speeches bilang presenters.

Tuwang-tuwa ang rapper-comedian na si Andrew E sa una niyang panalo ng Star trophy bilang producer ng rap album na Clubzilla under his Dongalo Wreckords label. Naka-tie nito as Rap Album of the Year ang Chika Lang 'Yon mula sa Alpha Records. Pero hindi personal na natanggap ni Andrew E ang kanyang trophy.

Young singer-performer Charlie Green, on the other hand, was nowhere nang tawagin siyang winner bilang Jazz Artist of the Year para sa A Friend Like You ng Viva Records.

Wala rin sa venue ang Novelty Artist na si Blakdyak who won for Sino Ba? ng Viva Records. Ang kanyang misis ang tumanggap ng parangal on his behalf.

In full force naman ang grupong Masculados Dos sa pagtanggap ng parangal para sa kanilang self-titled novelty album.

Kung si Andrew E ay humabol sa awards night, ang R&B winner namang si Jay-R ay isa sa pinakamaagang dumating kasama ang kanyang girlfriend na sa Krista Kleiner. Pero wala na rin nang tawaging winner sa kategoryang R&B Artist of the Year para sa Jay-R Sings OPM ng Universal Records.

Significant ang pananalo ng rock album na In Love and War dahil ito'y huling kolaborasyon ng former Eraserheads vocalist na si Ely Buendia at ang yumaong Master Rapper na si Francis Magalona.

As Rock Artist of the Year, nagwagi naman ang Slapshock para sa album nitong Cariño Brutal under PolyEast Records.

Sa mga baguhang singer-recording artists ay nagwagi sina Rhap Salazar (New Male Recording Artist) para sa self-titled debut album niya under Star Records at Princess Velasco (New Female Recording Artist) para sa Addicted to Acoustic 1 ng Vicor Records.

EVENING WITH PILITA. Pinakatampok na bahagi ng Star Awards for Music ang pagkakaloob ng Lifetime Achievement Award sa isang institusyon sa larangan ng musika, si Ms. Pilita Corrales.

Nauna rito ang pag-awit ng La Diva ng medley of Pilita's well-loved songs, tulad ng "A Million Thanks To You," "Kapantay Ay Langit," "Usahay," among others.

Sa kanyang talumpati, nagpahayag ang tinaguriang Asia's Queen of Songs ng pasasalamat sa PMPC dahil naipagkaloob sa kanya sa unang pagkakataon ang parangal na ugnay sa kanyang propesyon sa daigdig ng musika.

"In the past, I have been receiving awards for the other things I do or other Lifetime Achievement awards, but this is the first time I am receiving an award for music. So I am greatly honored.

"Music is my life. My life is singing and learning songs. This is an important award that I will forever cherish," saad ni Ms. Pilita.

Nasa gabi ng parangal ang tatlong kaibigan ni Pilita: sina German Moreno, Freddie Aguilar, at ang sekretarya niyang si Ester bilang presenters. Hindi nakadalo ang dalawang anak ni Pilita na sina Jackie Lou Blanco at Ramon Christopher, pero masayang-masaya si Jackie Lou sa kanyang mga ipinahayag sa VTR tribute for her mom, kasama sina Kuya Germs at Ricky Reyes.

Ugnay rin sa temang "Celebration of OPM Music and Artists" ang pagpupugay sa mga mang-aawit na nagdulot ng karangalan sa bansa sa kanilang larangan, tulad nina Lea Salonga at Charice Pempengco.

Tumagal ng mahigit tatlong oras ang taped-as-live na pagtatanghal ng 2nd Star Awards for Music sa pakikipagtulungan ng PMPC at cable station Net-25.

Kabilang sa mga nag-perform sina Kuh Ledesma (opening number), Frencheska Farr, Geof Taylor, La Diva, The Company, Erik Santos, Ballet Philippines, at sa finale, ang UP Singing Ambassadors with Nanette Inventor.

Narito ang kumpletong listahan ng mga nagsipagwagi sa 2nd PMPC Star Awards for Music:

Album of the Year: Lapit - Yeng Constantino / Star Records
Song of the Year: "Pusong Ligaw" - Jericho Rosales / Change / Star Records

Female Recording Artist of the Year: Sarah Geronimo - Music and Me / Viva Records
Male Recording Artist of the Year: (tie) Christian Bautista - Romance Revisited: the Love Songs of Jose Mari Chan / Universal Records and Erik Santos - The Jim Brickman Songbook / Star Records

Duo / Group Artist of the Year: La Diva - GMA Records and Sony Music
Music Video of the Year: "Kasiping" - La Diva / GMA Records
Dance Video of the Year: "Supahdance 2" / Star Records

Pop Album of the Year: The Jim Brickman Songbook / Star Records
Male Pop Artist of the Year: Erik Santos - The Jim Brickman Songbook / Star Records
Female Pop Artist of the Year: Nina - Renditions of the Soul / Warner Music

Rock Album of the Year: In Love and War - Ely Buendia & Francis M / Sony Music
Rock Artist of the Year: Slapshock - Carino Brutal / Poly East Records

Acoustic Album of the Year: Aiza Seguerra Live / Star Records
Female Acoustic Artist of the Year: (tie) Aiza Seguerra - Aiza Seguerra Live / Star Records and Sabrina - I Love Acoustic Too / MCA Music Inc
Male Acoustic Artist of the Year: Chris Cayzer - The Only Thing / Warner Phil

Rap Album of the Year: (tie) Chika Lang Yon / Alpha Records and Clubzilla / Dongalo Wreckords
Rap Artist of the Year: Blanktape - Chika Lang Yon / Alpha Records
R&B Artist of the Year: Jay-R - Jay R Sings OPM / Universal Records

Revival Album of the Year: Decades / Star Records
New Male Recording Artist of the Year: Rhap Salazar - Rhap Salazar / Star Records
New Female Recording Artist of the Year: Princess Velasco - Addicted to Acoustic 1 / Vicor Records

Album Cover Design of the Year: Decades / Star Records
Compilation Album of the Year: The Best of Mga Awit ng Kapuso / GMA Records

Novelty Artist of the Year: Blakdyak - Sino Ba? / Viva Records
Novelty Album fo the Year: Masculados Dos / Universal Records
Novelty Song of the Year: "Nagmahal Ako ng Bakla" / Ivory Music
Jazz Artist: Charlie Green - A Friend Like You / Viva Records

Lifetime Achievement Award: Ms. Pilita Corrales

Female Face of the Night: Sarah Geronimo
Male Face of the Night: Jericho Rosales
Female Star of the Night: KC Concepcion
Male Star fot he Night: Piolo Pascual

Source: pep.ph

Anne Curtis reacts to Liz Uy-PNoy 'romance'

2010-10-11T16:47:00.000+08:00

MANILA, Philippines – Celebrity stylist Liz Uy is laughing off rumors romantically linking her to President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III, her close friend said Monday.

During the renewal of her contract with ABS-CBN, "Showtime" host Anne Curtis told abs-cbnNEWS.com that the Aquino-Uy supposed romance is an old issue, and Uy has long been aware of the spreading speculations.

"Hindi ba matagal na yon? Matagal na naman 'yon. Siyempre hindi maiiwasan na she's on the team with everyone, with Paul Cabral, with Juan (Sarte). So, siyempre siya ang babae, siya ang bibigyan ng kulay, siya ang babae. And I think it's understandable kung mali-link kasi ganoon nga, pero wala, it's all part of the business," Curtis said.

Uy, Preview Magazine's fashion editor-at-large, is part of a team that takes care of the President’s wardrobe and looks. She is also a close friend and stylist of the President's youngest sister, actress-television host Kris Aquino.

Curtis also said she sees nothing wrong if the 50-year-old bachelor President will fall in love with Uy, who is now unattached.

Uy used to date actor John Lloyd Cruz. Aquino, on the other hand, was reported to have broken up with Valenzuela City councilor Shalani Soledad, his girlfriend of more than a year.

Curtis said: "If ever it should happen, of course naman, Presidente natin ‘yan, hindi ba?"

"Wala naman, natatawa lang naman siya. Sino ba naman din siya para magamit? Wala din naman siya sa posisyon noon. If ever ginawa niya yon ako din ang magsasabi sa kanya, 'Hoy, dapat nga ang haba ng hair mo,’" Curtis added.

The actress said she does not know how Uy would react if she finds out that the issue is being resurrected. She said her celebrity stylist friend is currently confined at a hospital due to food poisoning.

"I don't know kung nakarating na sa kanya. Actually, ngayon lang na bring-up ulit," Curtis said.

New contract

Curtis, one of ABS-CBN’s brightest stars, renewed her one-year contract with the Kapamilya network.

Under her new contract, Curtis is set to do 2 television series, including “Green Rose.” In “Green Rose,” she will star opposite Jericho Rosales.

She will also continue to be part of musical variety show “ASAP XV” and afternoon program “Showtime.”

Contrary to speculations, Curtis said she has never received any offer from rival networks.

On Mariel Rodriguez issue

Meanwhile, for the first time, Curtis broke her silence on Mariel Rodriguez- Toni Gonzaga rift.

Rumor has it that Curtis was the one who told Gonzaga that Rodriguez was badmouthing her.

But Curtis clarified that she has nothing to do with the issue, stressing that her friendships with the two female stars are okay.

"Hindi ako ‘yon, ang masasabi ko… I'd rather stay out of it. Basta ako okay ako kay Mariel, okay ako kay Toni, okay ako kay (Luis) Manzano. So, out ako diyan," Curtis said.

Rodriguez and Manzano are also not on speaking terms, but Manzano declined to reveal the reason behind their misunderstanding.

Source: abs-cbnnews.com

'Star Power' to dominate Sunday's primetime block

2010-10-10T00:07:00.000+08:00

MANILA, Philippines – The long wait for the Megafans is almost over as multi-awarded Megastar Sharon Cuneta leads the launch of her newest show “Star Power, Sharon’s Search for the Next Female Pop Superstar” on Sunday, October 10.

The show’s concept is to empower 20 young female contestants from all over the country to maximize their own potentials, develop their talents and improve their skills.

All of them will undergo Cuneta’s thorough training.

At the end of the competition, the board of judges, composed of actor/director Edgar “Bobot” Mortiz, comedienne Mitch Valdes and singer/TV host Billy Crawford, will choose one female pop superstar.
Pop Prince Erik Santos and Asia’s Idol Christian Bautista will co-host “Star Power.”

In an interview, Santos and Bautista both shared their excitement over their first-ever hosting stint for a talent search. Both of them are products of ABS-CBN’s defunct talent search show, “Star in a Million.”

"It's like a full circle. Ngayon, kami naman 'yung nag-iintroduce ng mga bagong batch ng singers. It's a great honor and it's a privilege kasi, in a way. Alam namin 'yung pinagdadaanan nila. Alam namin kung paano sila tutulungan at susuportahan," Bautista said.

Celebrating his birthday on the show’s premiere, Santos, on the other hand, wishes "Star Power" to have high ratings on Sunday.

"My birthday wish is, siyempre, mataas na ratings ng aming show, ang 'Star Power'. Siyempre parating good health, more projects… Ay, love life pa pala. Hahahaha! I want a love na magla-last," Santos shared.

The two also revealed that they have been rigidly preparing for the show as much as the 20 female contenders do.

"For this one, nag-research ako sa hosting ng isang contest like this one. Kailangan mo kasing magkaroon ng peg bago mo gawin ang isang bagay. At least meron kang paggagayahan, meron kang model. Binalikan ko 'yung mga episodes ng isang international singing competition. Tiningnan ko rin pati 'yung hosting sa 'Star in a Million' before," Santos said.

Meanwhile, Santos and Bautista advised the young hopefuls to be strong, humble, and God-fearing enough to face the challenges in the competition.

With the hosts and contestants already geared up, “Star Power” is now ready to dominate Sunday’s Primetime block. It will be shown on ABS-CBN after “Going Bulilit.”

Source: abs-cbnnews.com

Judy Ann’s first interview after giving birth to baby Lucho

2010-10-09T23:59:00.001+08:00

Bagaman masakit pa ang tahe, sinabi ni Judy Ann Santos na nakakalakad na siya matapos niyang isilang (normal delivery) ang baby nila Ryan Agoncillo na si Juan Luis “Lucho" Santos Agoncillo, nitong Huwebes.

Sa phone interview ng noontime show Eat Bulaga nitong Sabado, sinabi Judy Ann na nakagagalaw at nakakalakad na siya. Nakatulong umano ang madalas niyang paglalakad noong ipinagbubuntis pa si Lucho kaya naging madali ang kanyang panganganak.

Hindi pa naman masabi ng aktres kung sino talaga ang kamukha ng baby dahil nagbabago pa ang itsura nito. Gayunman, nakikita ni Judy Ann na nakuha ni Lucho ang kanyang labi, habang kay Ryan ang mukha.

Nagawa naman ni Ryan na magbiro nang sabihin nito na, guwapong-guwapo ang kanyang baby at kamukha ng hardinero.

Matatandaan na sa Eat Bulaga rin unang inanunsiyo ni Ryan na “gumagana si ‘manoy’ nang ipaalam niya na buntis si Judy Ann.

Ikinuwento rin ni Ryan nitong Sabado sa EB kung gaano kabilis ang panganganak ni Juday na nakuha lang umano sa limang pag-iri. Si baby Lucho ay tumitimbang ng 6.9 pounds at iniluwal ng aktres dakong 5:51 p.m. noong Huwebes sa Asian Hospital and Medical Center sa Alabang, Muntinlupa.

Nagpasalamat din si Judy Ann sa mga dabarkads na nagdasal para sa kanya at sa patuloy na suporta kay Ryan at sa kanyang pamilya.

Ipinangako rin niya na makikita rin sa Eat Bulaga ang kanilang baby ni Ryan.

Source: gmanews.tv

Kris Aquino and Sons Diagnosed with Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease

2010-10-09T23:35:00.002+08:00

At around nine this evening, PEP decided to look in again on Kris Aquino. Entertainment editor Jo-Ann Maglipon, who had only just found out, sent her a text message asking how she was doing with this latest virus that has hit her family.

Kris's textback essentially said what she had shared in her Twitter, but added: "I don't have the mouth sores but got the highest fever—nag 40 last night. Still in the 38.5 range now. We r quarantined until Oct. 15. Highly contagious especially for kids. I guess my immunity is still that of a child's. Can't get out of bed, all my bones hurt & throbbing headache."

Jo-Ann texted back to say everything seems to be happening to her! Thankfully, Jo-Ann added, she has very caring siblings.

Kris's response: "Feeling guilty kasi when I was feverish & chilling in the Dagupan Cathedral, Ate [Ballsy] & Viel were making me siksik and rubbing my arms because grabe my goosebumps. And we rode 1 car together.

"All our PSG & yayas r also naka immunosin & Zovirax. We're in isolation until Oct. 15. I have different strain—no mouth sores or rashes in my feet so our doctor not sure what strain I got. Plus adults normally not nahahawa, except me."

When asked if her short text messages could be shared with PEP readers who may want an update on her condition, Kris texted back: "Sure Jo-Ann. My sisters all said yearly basis we go through something. Last year it was dengue. This year foot & mouth. Sad lang that Josh is separated from us in his room because I still have high fever & Bimby has low grade fever. Baka he'll get binat... Too much togetherness kaming mga mag-mama."

Finally, when asked if there was any special comfort food she might want that PEP could get her, Kris said, "Having a hard time swallowing, so just drinking small glasses of milk—that's kasi zero taste buds. Thanks Jo-Ann. Good night."

HOURS EARLIER, PEP HAD WRITTEN: Kris Aquino and her two sons Joshua, 15, and Baby James, 3, have been diagnosed with hand-foot-and-mouth disease (HFMD), a viral illness with symptoms of high fever, mouth sores, and rashes on the hands and feet.

The 39-year-old TV host and actress broke the news through her official Twitter account (@itsmekrisaquino) on Thursday afternoon, October 7. She said she and her sons have been placed in isolation for one week, while they are under medication to treat the virus.

She sent her first tweet around 2 p.m.: "We r all sick. Josh caught foot & mouth disease. Nahawa Bimby & me. I don't have the sores around the mouth or the rashes sa hands & feet but my fever went up to 40 last night. We r all taking Zoverax & Immunosin. Ang tibay the 3 yayas, Yaya A, Gerbel & Ruby. Di sila nahawa. Rare daw for an adult to get hawa but u know me–lapitin ng sakit. Naka isolate kami for at least 1 week."

The second tweet: "Bimby & I r in 1 room since we still both have fever–kuya's in his room because he's pagaling na. If we have contact w/ him baka mabinat sya. Last night grabe–they iced na my feet & head because fever was 40. We're not allowed to leave our condo til next weekend."

On her last tweet, she asked the public for prayers. The third tweet said: "Thank God my 2 sons r able to eat even just a bit. Me, lantang gulay. Now nag chi-chills again. Fever nasa 38.8. At night diba tumataas again? Sleep na ko. Pray for my kids to be healthy soon, please?"

WHAT IS HFMD? According to the website of Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP), a government agency in the U. S. that provides medical information to the public, the hand-foot-and-mouth disease is a common and contagious viral disease that often infects infants and young children.

The CDCP said HFMD is a minor illness that causes only a few days of fever, sore throat, lesions in the mouth, rashes, and loss of appetite.

HFMD is not related to the foot-and-mouth disease that commonly infects farm animals.

The illness, caused by the coxsackievirus, can be spread by nose and throat secretions, saliva, blister fluid, and stool of infected persons. The virus is most often spread by persons with unwashed, virus-contaminated hands and by contact with virus-contaminated surfaces, the CDCP added.

The Center states that there is no specific treatment for HFMD. To prevent infection, individuals are advised to practice good hygiene, such as frequent hand-washing, cleaning of dirty and soiled surfaces, and avoiding contact with people infected with HFMD.

Source: pep.ph

Court defers action on Willie's new show

2010-10-09T23:21:00.000+08:00

MANILA, Philippines (2nd UPDATE) - The Quezon City Regional Trial Court (RTC) on Friday morning deferred action on the petition filed by ABS-CBN Corporation seeking to prevent its former host Willie Revillame from hosting an upcoming show on TV5.

According to ABS-CBN's lawyer Maxim Uy, no temporary restraining order (TRO) was decided during Friday's hearing.

Uy said that the motion was submitted for the judge to study, and it will be decided after October 15.

The lawyer said that if Revillame decides to go on with his new show anytime before October 15, then they can't do anything.

Revillame said he's thankful to ABS-CBN Chairman Gabby Lopez Jr. and President Charo Santos-Concio for giving him the break as a host, but he now wants to work for a network that wants him.

"Tuloy po ang programa ng bawat Pilipino. Malaki ang utang na loob ko kay Sir Gabby, kay Ma'am Charo pero doon na ko sa gusto sa akin," Revillame said.

On Tuesday, the Kapamilya network asked the Quezon City RTC to issue a temporary restraining order (TRO) and a writ of preliminary injunction to stop Revillame “from committing further violations to his contract with the network” by launching “Willing Willie.”

The new show will reportedly air on October 23 at prime time.

On Friday's hearing, Revillame arrived at the Quezon City RTC at around 9 a.m. and was greeted by some of his fans. He was with his lawyers and entertainment writer-host Lolit Solis.

The judge in the hearing was Luisito Cortez, who inhibited himself from trying the murder case filed against Datu Unsay Mayor Andal Ampatuan Jr. regarding the Maguindanao massacre last year.

'All about honoring contract'

In response to the court's decision, ABS-CBN said its "application for TRO has been submitted for resolution of the Judge, who ordered both parties to file all pleadings by Oct 15, after which he shall decide on the application."

"ABS-CBN reiterates that the issue on Willie Revillame is all about honoring a contract. To the Kapamilya network, it is the ethical and right thing to do. It is a noble act of a person who values honesty and integrity," the network said.

"So when Willie chose to ignore his contract with ABS-CBN, we were left with no choice but to ask the court to intervene. We have not been negligent in reminding Willie about his contract obligations and when he asked for the rescission of his contract, ABS-CBN chose to apply for a TRO and fight for what is right and honorable," ABS-CBN said.

via: abs-cbnnews.com

Angelica Panganiban, Claudine Barretto Are Now Talking

2010-09-03T00:50:00.001+08:00

After the rift has started and heated up between Angelica Panganiban and Claudine Barretto, there are reports that their camps are now talking to patch up things. This was even confirmed by Claudine's talent manager. She said there are actually talks between the two camps but refused to give any further details on the progress of the talks.

What she said was that the rift between them is not making any good to the two actresses either in their careers or personal lives. It can be remembered that the rift between the two started when Claudine confronted Angelica about the rumors that Claudine is having extra marital affairs with the friend of Derek Ramsay.

Claudine accused Angelica Panganiban to be the one responsible in spreading the rumors and even threatened to sue Angelica in courts. But Angelica remained to be silent over the issue as advised by her lawyers. It was ABS-CBN who talked for Angelica in her behalf about the issue.

Marian Rivera's Marimar Conquers China

2010-08-21T01:25:00.000+08:00

Marian Rivera has once again proven her marketability. The show that catapulted her career into stardom is soon to be shown in Chinese televisions. This means that Marian is to be watched by more or less than one billion households in China with "Marimar".

A Chinese television network has reportedly bought the exclusive rights of airing "Marimar" in China with their TV station there in China. "Marimar" is to be dubbed in Chinese language Mandarin, just like what we are doing here with Korean and Mexican telenovelas wherein they are dubbed into Tagalog.

Marian Rivera is excited about this development since she will be expanding her fan base and surely, with her beauty and acting prowess, she will soon captivate the hearts of the Chinese audience.

Marian is joined by her real life boyfriend and long time love team partner Dingdong Dantes.

Kris Aquino Heads Home

2010-07-30T00:29:00.000+08:00

Kris Aquino and her kids are coming home after the three week vacation in the United States following her separation with her husband James Yap. Kris is expected to arrive on Friday in the Philippines in time for her rehearsals in the new who "Pilipinas:Win Na Win" which is going to replace Willie Revillame's "Wowowee".

It will be a comeback for Kris Aquino in hosting the new show which is a game and variety show format. The show is going to have it's initial telecast this coming Saturday in the Wowowee timeslot.

All Kris has to say is that she is excited for the new show but mum on details on her vacation and the controversy surrounding her relationship with her husband. She spent some time in shopping and taking pictures with fans at the airport before boarding Manila Bound PAL PR 113.

According to Kris, all rumors are to be answered when she arrive in the Philippines in boy Abunda's show, exclusive.

Willie Revillame's Downfall in Jobert Sucaldito's Eyes

2010-07-30T00:14:00.000+08:00

With the finality of the demise of Wowowee, many think this could also the start of the downfall of host Willie Revillame. It can be noted that Wowowee was born with the collaboration of the people behind the show and Willie Revillame himself. They started against the longest running noontime show "Eat Bulaga" of the Kapuso network.

It was an uphill battle but nevertheless, with the wits of the people behind Wowowee and the hosting antics of Willie, Wowowee has overtaken "Eat Bulaga" in viewership here in the Philippines and abroad. Willie became so popular and rich and became controversial. Almost every act of Willie has been watched by watchful eyes and criticized him whenever they can.

Jobert Sucaldito has been one of the critics of Willie. He has been very critical on Willie and the show and has been making "negative" comments in his columns and radio programs. Willie is short tempered and Jobert have seen this and took advantage of it. He kept on criticizing Willie until Willie broke up and the rest is history.

Now that Wowowee is soon to be replaced by "Pilipinas: Win Na Win", Jobert Sucaldito came out in the open and airs his side. Here is what he is to say on the new show and the demise of Wowowee:

"Honestly, I'm very excited with the new show. But of course, I'm not the type of person who will rejoice over someone's downfall. That's against the law of God. I have to admit that up to this day I'm still hurting. I just want to move on in life. Whatever decisions ABS-CBN did for Willie is theirs and I fully respect that. I'm in no position to comment further. Life goes on for me, come what may."

Some say Jobert succeeded in toppling Willie and Wowowee and this is what he say:

"Everyting was co-incidental. I was the last straw. Naging instrumento lang siguro ako. Siguro, it was meant to happen lang na ako lang ang naging instrumento. Pero sabi ko nga ang downfall ng ‘Wowowee’ is not me. It's not the network. It's Willie. It self-destructed. Wala namang pwedeng sisihin dito kung hindi ang may katawan,"

When asked if he is open for a reconcilliation with Willie Revillame:

"I don't know when. Siguro in God’s time. Pero if it happens, handa ako kasi kung ikaw malinis ang konsensiya mo handa ka. If he feels sorry for what he has done, wala pa kasi akong maramdamang remorse, 'yong sa aming dalawa.”, Jobert ended.

Pilipinas: Win na Win to Replace Wowowee

2010-07-29T03:07:00.001+08:00

So it's final. ABS-CBN is pulling off the plug of their popular noontime show "Wowowee" and replace it with "Pilipinas: Win Na Win". This was announced by the network just recently and it said the new show is going to start this coming Saturday, July 31.

This ends the speculations about the return of Willie Revillame to Wowowee. In some unconfirmed reports, Willie will really return to the show this coming Saturday but an ABS-CBN insider threatened to resign if Willie will make a comeback. Another rumors, that said to have prompted the management to replace Wowowee, is the survey conducted to TFC subscribers which yielded the result that they prefer a new show thatn Wowowee without Willie.

"Pilipinas: Win Na Win" is to be hosted by Kris Aquino, Robin Padilla, Pokwang, Mariel Rodriguez and Valerie Concepsion. It is said to be a variety and game show but with similar concept with Wowowee. Mixed reactions has been aired by fans about the decision of the network on the fate of Wowowee which ran for 5 long years.

Willie Revillame meanwhile, has yet to issue an official statement about this development. He can't be reached with his cellphone and is very hard to find nowadays. There are those who are saying that all he wants now is to be out from his contract with the network. But this couldn't be true because according to some insiders, Willie is in fact remain as Kapamilya and is going to return anytime soon.

It is said that "Pilipinas: Win Na Win" is good only for one season, or 13 episodes. This only indicates that Willie is really making a comeback after the end of the new noontime show. All are just speculations right now. Some are even wondering if Willie is going to go "ober da bakod" to the Kapuso network which, according to some reports, are sending emissaries to Willie for an undisclosed offers.

Just a note: The original name for the new show was "Pilipinas: For The Win" with the initials "FTW". If you are going to reverse it, it is some kind of obscenity so they change it to "Pilipinas: Win Na Win".

Angel Locsin TV Comercial for SoleMare ParkSuites

2010-07-28T12:09:00.000+08:00

Angel Locsin is having a new commercial for SoleMare ParkSuits. The video has been released and also published in YouTube. Here is the video from YouTube:

Blessings continue to pour in Angel Locsin's career.

Residual Income Business Opportunity

2010-06-12T09:27:00.000+08:00

I am going to post another residual income business opportunity that you can take advantage of. This is about sharing your files in the internet. Yes, you can share your files in the internet to everybody and at the same time, earn money and this is a good residual income business opportunity especially those who have a large amount of big files that many might have an interest of.

First is to check your inventory of files that you have. Does everybody might take an interest in downloading these files? If you think there are a lot of files in your hard drive that many might have a look at it, then give it a go.

First, look for servers that will let you store files in their drives. There are a lot of websites that offer this service and you can register a free account there. Then upload your files in their servers. Next is to promote your files through forums, blogs, emails and other kinds of promotions online.

When somebody take notice of your files and downloads any of them, then you are going to earn a specific amount for it. If you have large volume of files uploaded and promoted to various locations in the internet, then this will be a good residual income business opportunity for you.

Residual Income and Wealth Creation

2010-05-28T15:55:00.000+08:00

When you are in your wealth creation quest, then you must not let the residual income go out of the picture. It is not only the wealth resources that you are going to concentrate, but also the residual income that you must compute every end of the month.

Your residual income determines the wealth that you are going to acquire. The bigger is your residual income, the bigger is the chance that your wealth creation quest is successful.

When you start creating wealth, then you must have your eye on your residual income. How can you accumulate wealth if your residual income is depleting? The amount of your residual income is the determinant if you are still successful or not. If it is depleting, then something must be wrong. The residual income is the flag that you keep an eye of to determine if your technique is still working or not.

Andi Eigenmann Getting Hotter

2010-04-16T22:15:00.000+08:00

Andi Eigenmann is very happy these days. As the saying goes, "When it rains, it pours". That's what happening to the projects and blessings for Andi in her career.

Andi finally appeared in "Agua Bendita" where she plays dual role of a good but freak girl and the beautiful and "maldita" kontrabida type of character. Many thought the show's rating would go down when Andi appeared but its the opposite happened.

The ratings of Agua Bendita continued to rise and topple its rivals in primetime in the nationwide ratings. Aside from that, she also appeared in a heavy drama episode of "Maalaala Mo Kaya" which also drawn huge numbers in the ratings game.

Due to her success and new found fame, Andi Eigenmann is currently in talks with different products for her endorsements. Some projects have already approved bu Andi is still mum what product she is endorsing.

Out of the pool of Filipina actresses today, I would say Andi Eigenmann is the hottest and most sought talent.

ITCSales Quality Service

2010-04-16T21:55:00.000+08:00

When I was looking for a new Dell laptop, there were a lot of online stores that I tried. But one thing that I didn't like was the way their sales representatives were acting. Some were taking me for granted maybe thinking that I am not an Englishman and the thought I don't have the means to buy their products.

There were some who don't know how to deal with customers. They were not polite enough to at least impress the customer and with that they can make a sale.

Then a friend told me to try ITCSales. According to him, ITCSales is the largest Dell laptop and computers dealer in the United Kingdom. I visited their website and you know what, I purchased a laptop in just minutes. Their online store is superb and my laptop was delivered on the very next day and I had no problem since the specifications in the internet was the same with what was delivered.

ITCSales is a great store and they also have great customer service. Thanks a lot.

Wealth Education And Wealth Creation

2010-04-16T21:37:00.000+08:00

When you want to attain real wealth, you should know what are the steps you need to take. A lot has been fooled into purchasing something that they think could help them attain true wealth they are dreaming of.

It's been a rule of the thumb that you must know first "how" to do things before doing it. This rule is applicable even when you want to attain financial freedom. You must know first what are the steps to take before you go to the actual wealth creation activities.

Here enters wealth education. You need to take it first before anything else. There are a lot of venues where you can attain wealth education. You can have it in school. There are some schools which offer this course and a lot has been successful to it. Another venue is by taking apprentice courses to business establishments. There are some business establishments that allows you to work under their tutelage and in the process, you will learn their way of doing business.

The last and the most effective is by hiring the services of wealth advisors or consultants. Although the fee would be higher compared to the first two mentioned above, the rewards you will receive is a lot more satisfying.

After the wealth education, there starts wealth creation.

Making Wealth and Making Money in the Internet

2010-03-25T23:20:00.000+08:00

There's a big difference when you say you want to make money and you want to generate wealth. A lot of online entrepreneurs do not realize this and because of this, many of them are traversing a path going farther from making real wealth.

When a newbie searches the internet on how to make money, he will be served by Google with a lot of crap websites that promises them a lot of money. The newbie immediately jump to the strategies/products preached by the so called make money gurus, spending their hard earned money.

The result, a devastating failure although there are some that succeeded in making some money. Yes, I said some money, and some money is not wealth. If you want real wealth, you need to get real wealth education that is going to teach you the ways on how to acquire wealth and financial success. One such company that offers this is Wealth Masters International which is already in the business for more than five years.

There are a lot of successful members who are now enjoying the financial success that they sowed when they started with Wealth Masters International. It is not yet too late for you to follow their lead. When you reach their pedestal, you will then know the difference of wealth and by just making money.

Techno Buzz

2010-02-14T00:12:00.000+08:00

I am not a techie guy. I only own a laptop and a cellphone. Those are only the gadgets that I live with. I am not also updated with the latest developments with the new gadgets/technologies that sprout from somewhere around the globe every now and then.

Until I stumbled upon this site that offers honest and fair review of the latest gadgets today. He calls himself Technology Techer and you can see honest to goodness reviews in his website.

Thanks to this website, at least, even if I can't own one of those gadgets, I could familiarize myself with them through the reviews in there. I have something to share then with some of my techie friends when we chat about a certain gadget.

Soaps Are Becoming Annoying To Me

2010-02-14T00:04:00.000+08:00

When you turn on your TV, you will be bombarded with soap operas from here and there. All TV stations have their own recipes of soap operas in the primetime. Worse, there's a station that is fond of airing foreign soaps and I just can't take that the characters are wearing the traditional costumes of the country where the soap was made.

I can't just feel any local touch to the soap and I really hate it. But when they started to fool the viewers, they always tell "The number 1 show in the Philippines". BS!

Even in the UK, some viewers are starting to be annoyed with their own soaps. Hot Gossip tells us so. You can navigate through that site and you'll see what I mean.

Writers, directors and the like should look for new ideas to appease the viewers and not just get eh advertisers money with their mediocre shows.

Natural Way to Groom Your Hair

2010-02-03T18:05:00.000+08:00

There have been many stories about hair damage after receiving treatment from beauty saloons and the like. Although your hair shines after the treatment, in the long run your hair will begin to show wear and tear of the treaments.

There are reports about hair drying if they don't have the treatment regularly and this is very frustrating for some. Aside from the financial consideration, it's the time they are going to stay in the saloons that's making the fuss out of it. Added to this, damaged hair can really make you look older and yes, uglier.

So how can you avoid damaging your hair so you could wear hair accessories offered by your favorite accessories website? Here in our country, the Philippines, most women use the coconut in treating their hair.

What you are going to do is to get an old coconut then grate it. Put the grated coconut in a small basin then add one cup of water. Then squeeze the grated coconut with your hands separating the coconut and the milk it will produce. Others use a blender to separate coconut milk from the grated coconut meat.

Apply the coconut milk to your hair and leave it there for an hour. Rinse your hair after one hour and repeat this procedure for the succeeding days until you can observe your hair becomes darker and more shiny.

With this procedure, you can save in terms of money and prevents your hair form having permanent damage. And if your hair has been damaged due to the treatments you have undergone, you can use the cocobut milk in restoring the health of your hair by follwing the same procedure stated above.

Funny Movies at YouCrazyTube

2010-02-01T02:21:00.003+08:00

I was literally laughing my ass out as Jim Carrey was doing what he does best. He was having a spoof on Jay Leno in his "The Tonight Show". Jim is really hilarious when it comes to spoofing celebrities and the "victim" in this video is Leno.

Then there was this cute innocent little girl who was running scared of something. And what was she afraid of? To her own shadow! You need to see this funny video by yourself and you'll surely enjoy.

Oh by the way, all of those videos I stated above are from the funny movies of http://www.youcrazytube.com. There are a lot of colletion of real funny videos that will surely make laugh. The name of the site alone is a spoof of the popular video cite YouTube as they call it YouCrazyTube!

You should see those videos by yourself and below is thelink of the Jim Carrey hilarious video I mentioned above. Enjoy!

Jim Carrey as Jay Leno

Taiwan Personals

2010-01-31T16:42:00.003+08:00

Before, when I think of Taiwan, what will come to my mind first are the electonics and gadgets that come from that country. They are famous in gadgets such as cellphones, battery operated toys and others gadgets that's why the "Made in Taiwan" emblem has been registered in my mind.

But would you believe that I found my special friend in Taiwan? And because of this, when I hear of Taiwan, it's not the electronics anymore but the sweet smile of my friend that will register in my mind.

Thanks to the website Taiwan Personals where I met my special friend. "Taiwan Personals" is being flocked by many beautiful Taiwan women who are friendly and accommodating for everyone who come to that online dating site.

I never expected that when I registered with Taiwan Personals, I could meet the woman of my dreams and I hope to meet her very soon.

Free SMS in India

2010-01-31T16:19:00.000+08:00

SMS or Short Message Service is so popular nowadays. This is the most convenient way to send and receive messages from your friends and associates. But they always come with a price. Although the price is so minimal per send, even with the promos of the carrier companies, when accumulated it would still be a big chunk in your budget.

But there's something to rejoice for the people there in India. Aside from a great Indian Chat , there are also a lot of companies that offer free SMS online. Yes, you can send Free SMS to India... and did I say FREE?

If you want to know what are the companies that offer free SMS in India, you can visit this url: http://www.indianchatforum.com/free-sms-service-in-india and find out how you can send SMS to your friends and associates in India.

The Radiology Technician

2010-01-31T15:52:00.000+08:00

A new course in college has been offered by a university in our place. The course's title is "Radiology Technician". At first, I was reluctant in enrolling my son in the said course as I have no prior knowledge as what that course is. I tried to inquire in the school but I was having second thoughts since I was thinking the information they gave me was biased just to entice my in enrolling my son in their school.

I then searched the internet for more and unbiased information about Radiology technician. Then I reached the site "The Radiology technician". The site features all the information I need about the course. It clearly defines it, the accredited schools, requirements, employment and all other information you need about the course.

What I like most is the feature on the employment and expected salary of the successful candidates after their graduation. Although we are in the Philippines, there are a lot of oppurtunities for this course in the United States. So thanks to the Radiology technician website, I already enrolled my son in college.

The Djembe Drum

2010-01-31T15:33:00.000+08:00

If you hear the music of Paul Simon, Ben Harper or Peter Gabriel, there will be a common sound you'll hear in the background - the sound of the Djembe Drum. This is one of the many popular African instruments that are used by many artists around the globe.

The Djembe's sound is so unique as it is skin-covered and played with bare hands. These instruments set footed to America by the African-Americans who are trying to preserve their musical traditions. Many American musicians then integrated Djembe drums into their music that even later branded by some as "Afro Noise".

The charm of the Djembe drums even reached Europe when British bans Whitehouse experimented with Djembes and used it in their last three albums. If you want to learn more about Djembe Drums, you can visit http://www.djembedrumshop.com as they specializes and also sells Djembe Drums.

Free Press Release

2010-01-31T15:06:00.000+08:00

Are you having some hard time reaching your targeted audience? That was the problem I encountered when I was just starting maintaining those fan sites of my favorite actors and actresses.

There were times when the fans need to know of the updates on the activities of their favorite stars like new movies, fan activities, new music albums and the like. I could not just rely on the fan site I created when trying to reach a wider range of fans scattered on different locations around the globe. My site usually caters to the local fans and reaching those on the other side of the globe is difficult since my fan sites are not that popular in the international scene.

But thanks to Free Press Release that they allow me to use their site to reach to a wider range of audience. I have been using their site and the result is really great! The traffic going to my fan sites increased and many of the traffic are coming to the press releases I made in that site.

You can visit Free Press Release in this url: http://www.free-press-release.com and start receiving more traffic to your site.

Watch Free Movies Online

2010-01-31T04:09:00.000+08:00

It has been a practice that when you want to relax on a weekend, you go downtown and watch a movie. This relaxation can remove the stress that you get from the whole week's work.

But for the people on the go, watching movies is difficult to fit in their schedules since they are always on the run. But thanks to the internet, anybody with internet connection can now watch movies online.

There are sites that features full-length movies that can be watched online. One of the sites that I've encountered with this service is www.watchmoviesonline.us and they feature movies of different genre. Some movies available in that website are new and you can rely on the video and sound quality of the movies there. The quality of the videos here are even better than in YouTube.

So if you are on the go and you have no time to go to movie houses then Click Here to Watch Movies Online For Free!

Kris Aquino Denies Cursing at Mayen Austria's House

2010-01-16T11:32:00.001+08:00

Kris Aquino has finally issued an official statement regarding the rumors that she cursed and created commotion outside the house of Mayen Austria, her husband's "fan" who has been romantically linked to him.

"In my 25 years of being in the public eye, nobody can ever say that it is in my nature na magmura or gumawa ng skandalo. I didn't shout or create a commotion," Kris said in her text message to different media outfits.

"The mother of the woman cited in the Inquirer article graciously came to their gate and we had a peaceful conversation. I simply made my discomfort known about her daughter's actuations towards my husband," Kris added.

Here is the alleged text message of Mayen:

"To everyone. Kris Aquino passed by house to make me sugod. She spoke to my mom. Very mad, berating us saying I always text and call James. That my mom didn't bring me up right. That we shouldn't be talking to married men. She said she's leaving James and to know that I am the last straw and the reason for their break-up.

"My family has great respect for Teopacos who are our family friend. Mrs. Teopaco is Cory's youngest sister. My mom raised us right. My mom didn't deserve all that.

"James missed called and texted na he warned me papunta siya sa house. He called to tell me to apologize and say sorry. Kris said we had something going on.

"I don't deserve this most especially my mom. I have chemical depression and could have easily taken an overdose pills because of the incident. With the hugs and love of my mom and sisters, and tranquilizers, I'm okay. Do you want Kris to be in Malacañang?."

Kris has already closed the issue. This is her last statement in the issue:

"My family received the text that Ms. Mayen Austria sent around. In it, she admitted to having 'chemical depression and could easily take an overdose of pills.' My brother and sisters advised me not to speak further about the issue,".

The controversy also reached the Liberal Party's camp as reporters were getting the reaction of LP's standard presidential bet Noynoy Aquino but Noynoy did not comment on the matter saying it is a personal issue for Kris and not political.

Here is a video for the full report from ABS-CBN:

My Oes Tsetnoc is Sinking

2009-11-23T09:06:00.000+08:00

My oes tsetnoc entry is sinking in the SERPs and I am afraid it could not return to the top ten before the contest ends on December 15, 2009. But nevertheless, I am still making some optimizations and hope it can make a little push to my entry.

The "sinking" that happened to my entry is due to the penalty it received from the big G. I resorted to blog commenting lately and due to the links that poured in an instant, Google made a spell and struck its magic wand to my site and voila - my site jumped to page 5!

Anyway, this is a good lesson for a beginner like me in SEO. I am not going to commit same mistake next time.

Edu Manzano is Running For Vice President

2009-11-13T22:09:00.000+08:00

Actor Edu Manzano is running for the vice presidency under the administration ticket. He was chosen by no other than Lakas-Kampi presidential candidate Gibo Teodoro.

the announcement was made today by Department of Interior and Local Government secretary Ronnie Puno, who was the original Vice presidential bet of the party but begged off just recently, in a press conference in Shangrila-Makati.

"The person who has accepted the challenge of standing beside Secretary Teodoro in the quest to become the next president of the Republic of the Philippines and the next vice-president of the Republic of the Philippines, no other than former OMB chairman Edu Manzano," Puno said.

There were conflicting reports earlier about the position and party to which Edu will run. He was reported to run as a senator to Liberal Party, Puwersa ng Masa and Nationalista Party. But Edu said those were just invitations from the afforementioned parties and it's the Lakas-Kampi he selected.

In an interview with TV Patrol tonight, Edu said he chose Lakas-Kampi for the machinery it possesses and that he doesn't want to sell his house again for the campaign just like he did when he run as mayor and lost to now Makati mayor Jejomar Binay.

Edu Manzano is currently hosting ABS-CBN game show "Game ka Na Ba?" and formerly the chairman of Optical Media Board under the Arroyo administration.

Maricar Reyes in Women's Health Cover

2009-11-09T11:25:00.000+08:00

Maricar Reyes has just another pictorial in a Philippine famous magazine. Women's Health Magazine features Maricar Reyes in its November 2009 issue.

Maricar is also busy in her current shows and her upcoming movie with John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo.

Oes Tsetnoc Fan Site

2009-11-03T09:13:00.003+08:00

Oes Tsetnoc. Ok, this has nothing to do with showbiz nor celebrities. This post is just a support to a friend's entry in the ongoing SEO Contest sponsored by Promo Junkie Webmasters Forum.

This contest is participated by the best SEO practitioners in the world. It is really a tough contest and even the experts admit it. Although this contest doesn't involve big financial reward, the prestige in winning any SEO contest is the biggest gain.

Further, this can be added to one's SEO portfolio and this will give you an advantage against your competitors in the business.

The contest will culminate on December 15, 2009 and the grand winner will receive $1000, second is $300 and third prize is $200. But as I said, the prestige in winning this "oes tsetnoc" contest is what most participants are after for.

Angel Locsin Nominated in Emmy Awards

2009-10-06T09:42:00.006+08:00

Angel Locsin is nominated in the 37th International Emmy Awards for her performance in ABS-CBN fantaserye "Lobo" in the Best Performance by an Actress category.

Angel is going to compete against big names in other countries namely Emma De Caunes of France, Cecilia Suarez of Mexico and Julie Walters from United Kingdom.

Meanwhile, two other entries fro the Philippines has made to the final list of nominees. "Kahit Isang Saglit" (ABS-CBN) and "Magdusa Ka" (GMA-7) are also finalists in the Telenovela category.

Below is the complete list of nominees:

ARTS PROGRAMMING

Mamonas Assassinas – All My Life

TV Globo

Brazil

The Mona Lisa Curse

Oxford Film & Television for Channel 4

United Kingdom

Ode to Joy: 10,000 Voice Resound!

Mainichi Broadcasting System, Inc.

Japan

Seven Gates of Jerusalem

TVP SA / Platige Image

Poland

BEST PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTOR

Robert de Hoog

Skin

Humanist Broadcasting Foundation / IJswater Films

The Netherlands

Chen Li

Ultimate Rescue

China Movie Channel

PR China

Óscar Olivares

Capadocia

HBO Latin America Originals

Mexico

Ben Whishaw

Criminal Justice

BBC

United Kingdom

BEST PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTRESS

Emma De Caunes

Night Birds

CHEZ WAM

France

Angel Locsin

The Wolf

ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation

The Philippines

Cecilia Suárez

Capadocia

HBO Latin America Originals

Mexico

Julie Walters

A Short Stay in Switzerland

BBC

United Kingdom

CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE

Dustbin Baby

Kindle Entertainment

United Kingdom

Lharn Poo Koo E-Joo

Workpoint Entertainment Public Company Limited

Thailand

The Little Emperor’s Christmas

TV Globo

Brazil

Mille

Danish Broadcasting Corporation

Denmark

COMEDY

Hoshi Shinichi’s Short Shorts

Telecom Staff for NHK in association with NHK Enterprises

Japan

Peter Kay’s Britain’s Got the Pop Factor…

Phil McIntyre / Goodnight Vienna for Channel 4

United Kingdom

The Slum

TV Globo

Brazil

Turkish for Beginners

Bayerischer Rundfunk / Norddeutscher Rundfunk / Westdeutscher Rundfunk / ARD-Werbung / Hofmann & Voges Entertainment GmbH

Germany

DOCUMENTARY

The Ascent of Money

Chimerica Media for Channel 4

United Kingdom

Cityboy – The Life of Investment Banker Geraint Anderson

United Docs / ECO Media / WDR

Germany

Pancho Villa: Aqui y Alli

The History Channel Latin America / Anima Films

Argentina

Shooting the Messenger

Al Jazeera English

Qatar

DRAMA SERIES

Capadocia

HBO Latin America Originals

Mexico

The Land of the Wind

Korean Broadcasting System

South Korea

The Protectors

Danish Broadcasting Corporation in association with ZDF / NRK / SVT

Denmark

Sokhulu & Partners

Paw Paw Films

South Africa

Spooks

Kudos Film and TV Ltd

United Kingdom

NON-SCRIPTED ENTERTAINMENT

The Amazing Race Asia

Amazing Race Productions Inc. / ABC Studios / SPE Networks – Asia Pte Ltd (AXN Asia) / Sony Pictures Television / ActiveTV Asia Pte Ltd / ActiveTV Pty Ltd

Singapore

Historia Extrema

The History Channel Latin America / Endemol Argentina

Argentina

I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!

ITV Studios

United Kingdom

The Phone

Park Lane TV Productions

The Netherlands

TELENOVELA

India – A Love Story

TV Globo

Brazil

Magdusa Ka

GMA Network, Inc.

The Philippines

Second Chance

TF1 Production / Fontana

France

A Time for Us

ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation / Double Vision SDN BHD

The Philippines

TV MOVIE/MINI-SERIES

Maysa – When the Heart Sings

TV Globo

Brazil

The Shooting of Thomas Hurndall

Talkback Thames for Channel 4

United Kingdom

Ultimate Rescue

China Movie Channel

PR China

The Wolves of Berlin

Ziegler Film GmbH & Co. KG / ZDR

Germany

Arnel Pineda Featured in Oprah Winfrey Show

2009-10-06T09:24:00.003+08:00

Arnel Pineda is featured in Oprah Winfrey Show with the theme "Don't Stop Believing". The theme really fitted Arnel in the show.

Before being a successful Journey lead vocalist, He lived a hard life in the Philippines. He had to make a living by himself when his mother died.

"I would hang out with my friends, so they would make me sing in exchange for food," Arnel said. Worse, he became homeless and slept in Manila's parks and collected scrap metal to earn money for food.

Arnel learned to sing and had a style so unorthodox that caught the attention of Neil Scholn of the famous rock band Journey. That was the beginning of Arnel Pineda's ascend to stardom and the rest is history.

Watch Arnel Pineda in Oprah in YouTube:

Is Rhian Ramos Falling For Dingdong Dantes?

2009-09-23T22:25:00.002+08:00

During the presscon of "Stairway To Heaven", Rhian Ramos kept on saying that she will never fall to a man whose love is already owned by other woman. That was her statement when asked if there will be a chance that she will fall in love with her leading man, who happens to be Dingdong Dantes.

But when the taping of their soap opera started, it seems Rhian has forgotten what she said during the presscon. She is now saying all positive for Dingdong and one tabloid even reported that Rhian admitted that Dingdong has something that make Rhian feels Dingdong is special.

During the guesting of Rhian in "Show Me Da Manny" of Manny Pacquiao and Marian Rivera, who happens to be the real-life girlfriend of Dingdong, some observed Rhian and Marian were not comfortable with each other. That they only said "hi" with each other when they met in the dressing room.

But Rhian was quick to say that there's nothing wrong going on in between her and Marian.

"Hindi kami close at hindi rin po kami magkaaway, kaya di kami gaanong nag-uusap noong mag-guest ako sa 'Show Me Da Manny'," Rhian clarified.

But Rhian was also quick to admit that she likes Dingdong for his height and his dedication to his work.

Apple Chiu Releases Debut Album

2009-09-22T22:29:00.000+08:00

Apple Chiu stands out among the 'song bees' in their performances in ABS-CBN's "Singing Bee". It is due to this fact that Apple is slowly gaining popularity and becoming a household name in the Philippines.

Apple Chiu and the Song Bees

Her talent reached the bigwigs of Polyeast Records and contracted her to be one of their talents. Today, Apple is going to release her self-titled debut album with the carrier single "Sa Kanya" which was composed and originally sung by Ogie Alcasid.

The album contain ten songs, two original composition and eight OPM classic revivals.

The album contains the songs "Dito Sa Puso Ko", "Ikaw Ang Kailangan", "Hindi Magbabago", "Paano Bang Umibig", "Sa Kanya", "Paano Ba Ang Mangarap" and more.

Willie Revillame Returns to Wowowee Today

2009-09-21T10:02:00.003+08:00

After almost two months of absence, Willie Revillame returns to Wowowee today. Willie has been "on vacation" status after his remarks during the late president Cory Aquino's funeral cortege that was inserted in his "Willie of Fortune" segment.

That irked many viewers that resulted into Willie's "two months vacation".

"Tuloy na ho ang pag-asa. Tuloy na ang saya," Willie said in his interview with SNN where he confirmed his return to the noontime show.

Despite of Willie's long absence, Wowowee is still number 1 in the TV ratings nationwide in its time slot.

Martin Nievera Rushed to Makati Med

2009-09-21T09:42:00.003+08:00

Martin Nievera was rushed to Makati Medical Center right after his concert with Gary Valenciano dubbed "As 1" at the Mall of Asia" last Saturday night.

The PR man of "As 1" concert, Chuck Gomez, said that dehydration caused Martin to collapse and was immediately brought to the emergency ward of the said hospital.

Pops Fernandez, who was supposed to be one of the guests but wasn't able to go to the concert, rushed to the hospital when she learned about the incident.

As of this writing, Martin is already released from the hospital and is now resting in their house.

Pacquiao vs Cotto Play By Play and Live Streaming

2009-09-21T09:21:00.004+08:00

Manny Pacquiao vs Miguel Cotto play by play and live video streaming. Watch Pacquiao and Cotto as they square off in their mega fight for the WBO Welterweight belt on November 14, 2009. Live video streaming will be linked in this site during the live fight.

This site will be updated during the fight.

Update:
Visit the sites below for the live update

For the live video streaming:

Justin TV

In My Life Earned 20 MIllion in the Opening Day

2009-09-19T09:47:00.003+08:00

TV Patrol has reported that "In My Life" grossed more than 20 million in its opening day. This proves that Vilma Santos still got a huge following known as the "Vilmanians". However, Vilma said its the powerhouse cast and the people behind the movie should be given the credit.

The movie is still growing strong in the box office in these days. "In My Life" is the first movie of Vilma and her son Luis Manzano. John Lloyd Cruz joins them in the cast where he portrayed the role of the gay lover of Luis.

Geoff Meets Carla Abellana's BF

2009-09-18T16:36:00.001+08:00

Carla Abellana and Geoff Eigenmann's top rating soap Rosalinda has been moved to a later slot to give way for "Stairway To Heaven" of Dingdong Dantes and Rhian Ramos. Geoff was asked for his comments in this move by his mother studio and professionaly, Geoff answered: "It's GMA's decision, we have to trust their judgment, siguro now that the ratings of 'Rosalinda' have gone up, mas priority naman nila ang 'Stairway To Heaven'. Sana lang, we won't lose our viewers now na medyo late na kami."

Reporters asked him also about the status of his relationship with Carla Abellana off cam. "She's definitely one of my best friends now," Geoff said.

Geoff also said that he 'accidentally' met Carla's real life boyfriend JC Intal. "Nang ihatid ko siya (Carla) once sa bahay nila, JC was there and he was introduced to me." he said.

His face brightens when he added: "Carla says friends na lang daw sila," smiled Geoff.

Geoff has recently renewed his contract with Hanford briefs and Shirts.

Angel Locsin and Sharon Cuneta in Mano Po 6

2009-09-18T16:19:00.004+08:00

There are unconfirmed reports that Angel Locsin has been given a "go signal" by her mother studio Star Cinema to be included in the cast of "Mano Po 6: My Mother" of Regal Entertainment with Mega Star Sharon Cuneta.

It can be recalled that Angel was the personal choice of Sharon to portray as her daughter in the movie. But due to some constraints in her contract with Star Cinema, Angel wasn't able to nod on the project.

According to the source of this latest development, Malou Santos, the executive producer of Star Cinema, already agreed to let Angel join the cast and Angel immediately agreed to accept the said project.

Angel will be the daughter of Sharon in the movie and Angel is very happy and excited for the project since this will be the first time she and Sharon are together in a big project.

Fans are very excited in this development to see their idol Angel Locsin to exchange some dialogs with the mega star Sharon Cuneta.

Filipinos Pacquiao - Vera Headlines Nov. 14 Mega Fights

2009-09-15T08:34:00.007+08:00

Come November 14, 2009, two Filipinos will headline two major sports events in the world. Manny Pacquiao is pitted against Miguel Cotto in this year's greatest boxing bout for the WBO Welterweight (147 lbs) title. On the other hand, Brandon "The Truth" Vera will headline UFC 105 in England against UFC great Randy Couture.

For those who doesn't know Brandon Vera, he is a Filipino-American campaigning in the UFC. His father is a Filipino and his mother is an Italian-American. He has been fighting in the UFC early 2000 and made a remarkable career. He has also visited the Philippines and even portrayed as an assassin in "Kamandag" in GMA-7.

Randy Couture is a prominent name in the UFC and this fight will mean a lot for Brandon Vera. Brandon has somewhat a luckluster return to the UFC winning only 2 of his last five fights. But nevertheless, this main event for the UFC will be a big event for the fight fans in England.

UFC and boxing has been in a "cold war" these days. Some observers even say that UFC has already surpassed boxing. UFC always schedule a UFC event everytime there's a boxing event and many of those boxing events were in a lopsided loss against the UFC.

This time, on November 14, two blockbuster events in boxing and UFC are once again pitted against each other. But no matter which is more successful, we can be proud to say that two great Filipinos in the field of sports, Manny Pacquiao and Brandon "The Truth" Vera, had made those events possible.

Anne Curtis Is The Chalk Magazine Covergirl For September 2009

2009-09-11T09:30:00.004+08:00

ANNE CURTIS is Chalk Magazine's cover girl for the month of September, 2009.

The campus magazine features Big Beauty Special with articles "100+ Must-haves For Your Kikay Kits" and "Beauty Insiders Share Their Favorite Makeup Tips".

Campus articles includes "UAAP Ballers Confess: Pre-game Rituals, turn-ons, trun-offs and More!" for your favorite UAAP personalities and tehy also have the San Beda Red Lions Poster.

There's a lot more inside and you can now get your copies from your a favorite magazine stands and bookstores.

Lovers In Paris Full Trailer

2009-09-08T17:42:00.001+08:00

The buzz has been heating-up as the premiere of "Lovers In Paris" is nearing. Here is the official trailer from ABS-CBN.

"Lovers In Paris" is topbilled by Piolo Pascual and KC Concepcion with Zanjoe Marudo, Maricar Reyes, Christopher De Leon, Tonton Gutierrez, Mickey Ferriols and Assunta De Rossi.

Kim chiu Is The September Cover Girl of Preview Magazine

2009-09-05T16:41:00.002+08:00

Kim Chiu is having her stint in the cover of Preview Magazine this September 2009. Kim is going to don the latest trends in this years Autumn/Winter collection for her first solo pictorial for Preview mag.

The magazine is targetting fashionistas saying this will be the trend for them this year.

Kim also reveals her dream role in the magazine. "I want to play triplets. I want to explore three different personalities in one show; a bad, a good and one in between. I've always wanted to be part of a set of triplets, but all I have is myself," Kim said.

Kim Chui is currently in "Tayong Dalawa", with Gerald Anderson and Jake Cuenca, which is currently reaping its success in the ratings chart.

Marvin Sonsona vs Jose Lopez Fight Result

2009-09-05T11:46:00.006+08:00

Marvin Sonsona of the Philippines defeated WBO Jr. Bantamweight Champion Jose Lopez in their fight in Canada. Sonsona got the nod of all judges thus winning the fight via unanimous decision.

Lopez was knocked down in the fourth round and tailing the score cards since then. There were some scary moments for Sonsona when he looked like to be out of gas due to body shots from the champion.

Further, Lopez hit Sonsona with a couple of low blows and that hurt Sonsona more. But nevertheless, Sonsona found his rythm and used his long reach advantage and power to surpass Lopez.

The low blows got two point deductions for Lopez and that cost him his title. The final score from the three judges were 114-111, 115-110, and 116-109.

Before the fight, many fight critics and fans were speculationg that Marvin Sonsona is all hype and may just follow the fates of Boom Boom Bautista and AJ Banal. But with tonight's performance of Sonsona, he prove them all wrong and we've got another pinoy world champion.

Marvin Sonsona is the second youngest Filipino boxing world champion next to Morris East.

Sonsona is the third currnet world boxing champion from the Philippines together with Donnie Nietes and Manny Pacquiao.

Sandara Park Goes Solo

2009-09-04T23:58:00.002+08:00

Sandara Park is going solo after a very successful stint with the all-female group 2NE1 under YG Entertainment.

A YG Entertainment insider said Sandara Park is going to release a single titled "Kiss" on Monday. "Kiss" is a dance song that expresses a woman's inner mind or desire for her partner to come closer and kiss her.

YG also revealed that Sandara's first single will be released on September 7, 2009 and Sandara will be promoting this song in Korea alone (minus the three 2NE1 members).

But this doesn't mean Sandara is going to leave 2NE1. In fact, her single will be part of 2NE1's new album to be released on October, 2009. YG also revealed that it's not only Sandara who is going to have a solo single. The other three members of 2NE1 will be having their respective solo singles soon.

2NE1 will end their promotion for their latest single "I Don't Care" this week. After that, Sandara will be going solo to promote her first single "Kiss" to her Korean fans.

Kristine Hermosa in "Dahil May Isang Ikaw" Primadonna Issue

2009-09-02T17:21:00.004+08:00

Kristine Hermosa and Jericho Rosales' soap "Dahil May Isang Ikaw" is gaining grounds in the primetime. In AGB Nielsen's latest TV ratings, "Dahil May Isang Ikaw" has already climbed to the number 2 spot coming second to "Darna" in the Mega Manila Area. In the TNS national ratings, "DMII" ranked 4th, with "Tayong Dalawa", "May Bukas Pa", and "TV Patrol" in the top 3, but nevertheless beats "Darna", which came fifth, by more than 2%.

Then came the primadonna issue. Kristine has been rumored to be too demanding in the set of "Dahil May Isang Ikaw" like asking for shortened work hours just like veteran actress Lorna Tolentino.

There are also talks of Kristine failed to rport to some in-location tapings since she didn't like the place. The taping was allegedly continued when her demand/request was granted.

Cancellation/delays of tapings were also due to her "attitude problems" and this irked her co-stars in the show.

But Kristine Hermosa's camp categorically denied the issue.

"No, it's not true! Everything is going smoothly. We don;t have problems at all, not that we heard of anything, especially something that involves Kristine," Kristine's handler Alan Real said.

About the tantrums; "Unlikely. That's actually funny. She is not like that at all. She is not one to throw tantrums just so she could have her way." Real added.

“She doesn’t have to ask for anything at all because everything is in the contract to begin with. She wouldn’t have signed up for the show if she will have problems with the schedule and everything,” Real said on the "shortened shooting schedule" issue.

About the issue that Bea Alonzo will replace her if she continues with her tantrums, "That's absurd. Untrue." stressed Alan Real.

Movies, Hosting, Album; Coming to Carla Abellana's Way

2009-09-02T09:02:00.002+08:00

Carla Abellana just can't believe the blessings are coming to her career at this early stage. While her debut soap opera is strongly gaining grounds in TV ratings, movie projects, hosting projects and an album literally lined-up for her young showbiz career.

She currently co-hosts in SOP Rules and there is a talk she is going to co-host in the fifth season of StarStruck which is going to start this coming November. Carla will be hosting the reality show with hunks Dingdong Dantes and Raymond Gutierrez.

As contract star of Regal Films, Carla Abellana is going to appear in "Nieves The Engkanto Slayer" together with Marian Rivera which is an entry for the 2009 Metro Manila Film Festival. Then her first movie "Ang Nanay Kong Aswang" is also slated this year.

"Mano Po 6", which is also a 2009 MMFF entry, is also lined-up for her which is a big challenge for her since she will be portraying opposite Megastar Sharon Cuneta and hunk Dennis Trillo.

About her album, it is under Universal Records which Carla admitted she is very excited about it.

"They are already preparing songs for the album. We've been attending meetings. My first movie under Regal Films, we'll start taping next month. Hindi pa final e, ang dami pa naming pinag-uusapan. Under negotiation pa ang maraming bagay pero I'm excited about it." Carla said.

Maricar Reyes: The Woman Behind Luis Manzano - Angel Locsin Rift?

2009-09-01T20:50:00.006+08:00

Maricar Reyes has been rumored as the woman behind the reported Angel Locsin - Luis Manzano breakup. The rumors just don't die down as a number of showbiz websites and prints rporting this rumor is growing in numbers.

Due to this development, Luiz Manzano finally speaks up during the press conference of his upcoming film with John Lloyd Cruz and mom Vilma Santos titled "In My Life". Luis admitted that their relationship (Luiz and Angel) is going through what he called as a "phase" at the moment. But when asked about the Maricar Reyes angle he quickly denied it saying Maricar has nothing to do with it.

"I'd been hearing the weirdest stories, I don't need to elaborate. Ang sinabi ko never was, never is, walang third party," Luis emphasized to the press.

Maricar Reyes' involvement with the actor was when she was reported to be the leading lady of Luis in "Flash Bomba" but instead the role went to Roxanne Guinoo.

Sandara Park And Le Min-Ho (Goo Jun Pyo) Love Affair Starts Brewing

2009-08-31T08:28:00.001+08:00

Sandara Park of famous Korean girl group sensation 2NE1 and Lee Minho of "Boys Over Flowers" are going to team-up in a commercial film for OB Beer's Cass 2x alcoholic beverage.

The company selected the two young stars for their product due to their huge following in Korea and in Asia. OB Beer's marketing managers said in an official statement:

"We chose top stars Lee Minho and Sandara Park as their trendy image matches perfectly with the image of our Cass beer. We're staying in touch with the younger generation and this CF will start a new trend."

This proves the influence of Sandara Park and Lee Minho is really huge in Korea. Sandara (Dara) started her showbiz career in the Philippines and when she came back to Korea, she became even more popular when she joined the Korean girl group 2NE1.

Lee Min-ho is the hottest hearthrob of Korean showbiz. He became so popular in the Philippines when his soap opera "Boys Over Flowers" hit the Philippine TV and topped the ratings during its airtime.

In pairing Koreas most popular young stars in Sandara Park and Lee Minho, many are wondering, will there be real-life love affair that is going to start to be brewed?

KC Concepcion in Chalk Magazine Cover

2009-08-26T23:28:00.001+08:00

KC Concepcion is the cover girl of Chalk Magazine in its August 2009 issue. It is the magazine's 9th anniversary issue and they selected KC for the cover as they features young achievers like KC.

KC has been active not only in showbiz but also in social works that she even visited children in Mindanao that were affected by the ongoing war in their place. She is also an Ambassador against hunger in United Nations' World Food Program.

Marian Rivera in "Tarot" Full Movie Trailer

2009-08-26T11:59:00.003+08:00

Marian Rivera stars in another horror flick after her superb performance in Shake, Rattle & Roll X episode "Nieves".

"Tarot" is going to open in Philippine cinemas on August 26, 2009. Marian is joined by a powerhouse cast of Roxanne Guinoo, Dennis Trillo, Gloria Romero, Liza Lorena and Dante Rivero.

"Tarot" is produced by Regal Entertainment under the direction of premiere director Jun Lana.

Below is the movie's full movie trailer from YouTube:

Angelica Panganiban and Christine Reyes Are 'Friends Again'

2009-08-25T07:59:00.002+08:00

Angelica Panganiban and Christine Reyes have finally ironed out their differences. This was revealed by the two sexy young stars in an interview.

It can be recalled that Christine left ABS-CBN's "Banana Split" due to differences to some mainstays in the show particularly Angelica Panganiban. Although both of them denied they had a misunderstanding when the issue was still hot, they have admitted during the interview that they really indeed had a rift but everything is already a part of the past now.

"Maganda yung pinalipas muna yong issue," Angelica said. They also revealed that their common friend Ketchup Eusebio paved the way for the meeting between them.

"I went to Angelica's house and we hugged each other and there, very thanful ako na ok na kami," explained Christine.

"It was as if walang nangyari, nakakatuwa na ayos na. basta ok na kami," said Angelica.

There are no indications however if Christine is going to return to "Banana Split".

Marian Rivera vs Carla Abellana in the Making?

2009-08-21T09:00:00.004+08:00

When Carla Abellana was just starting in showbiz, many were saying that she will be the next Marian Rivera or even surpass the popularity Marian had. There were comparisons too and what was remarkable in the comparisons was Carla was an honor student in college while Marian isn't.

Another is Marian's attitude. She is known as "maldita" to the press and to her co-workers and even to some of her fans. It was even video taped when Marian's tantrum broke out during one of her tapings. Carla is know to be silent and behaved and goes well with her co-workers and fans.

But when the two celebrities come face-to-face in one showbiz event and interviewed by press, both said there is no competition going on between them.

But lately, a showbiz column reported Marian is doing otherwise. It reported that in one showbiz event where the two were both guests, Marian refused to share her dressing room with Carla because she wants the room exclusive for her.

Then in a taping of "Darna", Marian came late and when she arrived she was heard saying "dumating na ang reyna na walang bulaklak sa tenga" which reallyh stunned those who heard it. She was referring to Carla who always has a flower in her ear for her role in her top rating soap "Rosalinda".

Is Marian buying a war? Maybe not, it's just Marian doing her "maldita" way.

ABS-CBN Supports Wowowee Host Willie Revillame

2009-08-18T11:08:00.002+08:00

ABS-CBN shows it's support for Wowowee host Willie Revillame in its letter to the KBP in response to the MTRCB and AFIMA's complaint against the host.

Below is the letter as published by PEP:

Dear Ms. Gozum:

We write in reply to your letter dated 10 August 2009, requesting ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation to comment on the complaint of Movie and Television Review & Classification Board (MTRCB) Chairperson Ma. Consoliza P. Laguardia dated 10 August 2009, and an undated statement of Jerry Yap, President of the Alyansa ng Filipino Mamamahayag (AFIMA).

The said complaint and statement both refer to the 03 August 2009 episode of the television program Wowowee, wherein the funeral cortege of the late President Corazon C. Aquino was exhibited as an inset in portions of the said program. The MTRCB letter alleges that Mr. Revillame "appeared to arrogantly demand the removal of the inset screen showing the funeral cortege." The Honorable MTRCB Chairperson then opined that the said act was "desecrating the dead" and, thus, "seems to be in violation of Article 20, Section 2, of the Broadcast Code of the Philippines." On the other hand, the AFIMA statement states that "[f]or him to demand the removal of the little window screen showing the funeral march of the woman who got ABS-CBN back from Marcos is a blasphemy of democracy, an act despicable x x x." It appears, therefore, that the complaint and statement are both based on the alleged disrespect by Mr. Revillame to the late former President Aquino.

It is ABS-CBN's position that there was no disrespect of the dead by Mr. Revillame. When the funeral cortege of former President Aquino was shown as an inset during Wowowee, Mr. Revillame expressed his opinion of the inappropriateness of the simultaneous exhibition of both the funeral cortege and Wowowee, and his preference that only one or the other be shown.

In expressing his opinion and preference, though, Mr. Revillame did not show disrespect for former President Aquino. In fact, the contrary is true. In making his statements, Mr. Revillame wanted to give due respect to former President Aquino and her funeral cortege.

Indeed, in Filipino culture, customs, and tradition, ceremonies involving the dead are solemn and sober. Thus, the laughter, jokes, and happiness usually seen in a program like Wowowee would appear to be inappropriate when viewed together with the funeral cortege. On the one hand, the Filipino people are mourning the death of a loved and respected former President, and on the other hand, Wowowee is trying to entertain its audience.

It appears, therefore, that Mr. Revillame's issue was with the inappropriateness of Wowowee and the funeral cortege being shown together, and not with the funeral cortege itself. While it may be argued that Mr. Revillame could have expressed his thoughts in a better way and that it would have been better to raise them privately, instead of the public manner in which he did, such was not disrespectful of the dead and does not constitute an offense under the KBP Broadcast Code of the Philippines.

We trust the foregoing comment satisfactorily establishes that there was no violation of the KBP Broadcast Code of the Philippines.

MA. SOCORRO V. VIDANES
Head, Channel 2

Kristine Hermosa & Jericho Rosales: Love The Second Time Around?

2009-08-17T16:50:00.004+08:00

KRISTINE HERMOSA and JERICHO ROSALES are once again teaming-up for a new telenovela titled "Dahil May Isang Ikaw" in ABS-CBN's primetime. It can be remembered that the dou had their first team-up in "Pangako Sa 'Yo" which literally catapulted their showbiz careers.

Not only their showbiz careers that blossomed during those days, but also their feelings towards each other. But when their drama series ended and had their own separate on-screen partners, their love died down and separated.

When asked about their past, Kristine admitted that Jericho hurt her the most, that is, what happened to their relationship really hurt Kristine and admitted Jericho is her first love.

But everything has been put behind them now. They can be seen joking with each other in the set, and has matured not only personally but also in their roles in the upcoming series wheer they will portray as lawyers.

Kristine says she has no boyfriend as of this moment but says there is someone, a non-showbiz guy, who loves her and makes her happy while Jericho says he is single right after his breakup with Heart Evangelista. With their status as both "single", will there be a love between them the second time around?

Marian Rivera Starrer "Darna" Teaser

2009-07-29T16:56:00.003+08:00

Here is the teaser of Marian Rivera's upcoming fantaserye "Darna". It will hit the Philippine TV's this coming August, 2009.

Carla Abellana Debuts in the Big Screen with "Ang Nanay Kong Aswang"

2009-07-29T16:50:00.002+08:00

CARLA ABELLANA will finally debut in the big screen. This developed after everything has been finalized in her first movie starrer with Regal Entertainment titled "Ang Nanay kong Aswang".

With Carla's primetime Tv soap "Rosalinda" climbing up the TV chart ladder, Regal has decided to initiate Carla's launching movie. As they said, "Strike while the iron is hot".

The said project was originally intended for Ai-Ai delas Alas and Eugene Domingo but for some personal reasons, the two could not commit on the movie.

The movie is about the adventures of a mother and daughter "aswangs" where Carla is portraying the role of the daughter. As of this writing, there is no final decision yet who will portray the role of the mother although Anabelle Rama is highly regarded.

Ara Mina Joins A Concert For The Environment

2009-07-23T22:22:00.002+08:00

ARA MINA joins other Kapampangan artists in a concert to gather support for the campaign to save the trees in Pampanga.

This developed after DENR secretary Lito Atienza has given permit to DPWH to cut down trees along the highway from Apalit to San Fernando, Pampanga to give way for the road's widening project.

A number of Kapampangan artists painted the trunks of the trees with a human figure with arms stretched out and around the tree trunk (see picture below). But due to financial burden, they ran out of paints and asks other artists to join their cause.

That's the time local bands including actress Ara Mina spearheaded a concert for a cause and they generated more than one thousand signatures supporting the campaign.

Piolo Pascual Shows His Body In Belo Poster

2009-07-13T10:49:00.008+08:00

PIOLO PASCUAL in Belo Med ad. Vicki Belo once said "If you want to look like Piolo, go to Belo" which even sparked a controversy with Boy Abunda.

Now, Vicki is trying to prove she was right. Piolo Pascual has been featured in their latest ad with the caption "Gotta have That Body".

Below is the ad/picture showing sexy Piolo Pascual shirtless.

ARA MINA Is Back In Bubble Gang

2009-07-12T15:25:00.002+08:00

ARA MINA is back in the comedy sitcom "Bubble Gang" after almost two years of absence from the show. Ara says she really miss the cast especially Ogie Alcasid, Michael V., Wendell Ramos and the production staff of the show.

Ara begged off from the show since she had some commitments in ABS-CBN where she made two afternoon soap operas there. When she came back to GMA-7, she was immediately guested in "Totoy Bato" where sheplayed the wife of Robin Padilla. Ara was also included in "Dapat Ka Bang Mahalin" topbilled by Aljur Abrenica and Kris Bernal.

She just returned from her series of shows from the United States and Ara said a lot of her fans were delighted when she announced she is returning to "Bubble Gang".

"Sobrang natuwa sila anng sabihin kong babalik na ako. Na-miss daw kasi nila ako," Ara said.

Ara is going to start taping tomorrow and she couldn't hide her excitement in working again with the "Bubble Gang" cast.

"I'm very excited. Ang tagal ko na ring hindi sila nakatrabaho although nagkikita-kita naman kami paminsan-minsan," she said.

When asked aout her non-showbiz boyfriend, "Puwede naman pala ’yon, eh. Sobrang sarap ng feeling na walang intriga sa lovelife ko. Masarap pala ’pag non-showbiz ang karelasyon mo." said Ara.

Carla Abellana's Rosalinda Starts To Climb The Chart Ladder

2009-07-11T09:30:00.002+08:00

CARLA ABELLANA, Geoff Eigenmann and the other cast of "Rosalinda" can now at least take a sigh of relief. After the show's lackluster debut last Monday, after it only generated 26.3 and placed 6th overall in primetime, it is now slowly climbing in the TV ratings chart.

In it's Tuesday and Wednesday showing, "Rosalinda" posted 28.9% and climbed to the no. 3 spot. It even moved higher in Thursday when it garnered 31.9% and placed 2nd overall in primetime TV.

This data is based on the latest ratings on the survey conducted by AGB Nielsen Philippines among the Mega Manila households only.

Holding on to the no. 1 spot is "Zorro", a fantasy-action series topbilled by Richard Gutierrez.

Marian Rivera Starts Taping Darna Today

2009-07-10T15:52:00.006+08:00

MARIAN RIVERA is going to start taping today her upcoming fantaserye "Darna". Marian is very excited to wear the custume of Darna and she doesn't mind any pressure even intrigues of comparing her with Angel Locsin.

It can be noted that Angel once portrayed the role of Darna when she was still in the Kapuso network. "Darna" with Angel was a huge success and this will be a pressure to take not only by Marian but also the whole cast and staff of the new "Darna". Angel's "Darna" was consistent in the ratings and it stayed in the top spot during its airtime.

But Marian is quick to say she doesn't mind what other people are saying and she doesn't think of the pressure set unto them. She says they are going to do their best to make the new Darna appealing to the viewing public and even try to surpass the success of Angel's Darna.

Marian is also thankful to Angel saying Angel even congratulated her in her portrayal of the role. "Hindi kamimagkagalit na dalawa. Kinongratulate nga niya ako sa kanyang interview," Marian said.

There are also rumors that Marian didn't approved the inclusion of Katrina Halili in the cast. But Marian denied the rumors and even stressed Katrina made a big role in the success of "Marimar" with Dingdong Dantes. "Bakit ko naman po tatanggihan ang isang artista na makakatulong para maging successful ang isang proyekto?" Marian said in an interview.

Marian is joined by Nadine Samonte as Babing Tuod, Iwa Moto as Babaing Ahas and Krissa Mae as Babaing Linta.

Marian also laughs when asked about her custume that other described it as "super sexy". Marian said the custume is not yet finished and they are still finalizing the details in it.

Darna is set to be aired in August.

"Your Song: Gaano Kita Kamahal" Presents Maricar Reyes

2009-07-05T16:14:00.005+08:00

MARICAR REYES is going to star in ABS-CBN's weekly series "Your Song" in its episode "Gaano Kita Kamahal". "Your Song" is curently in its tenth season and is shown every Sunday after ASAP '09.

Below is the complete list of its cast:

Main Cast
Maricar Reyes as Amy
Sid Lucero as Obet
Jodi Sta. Maria-Lacson as Carmela

Supporting Cast
Rey "PJ" Abellana as Mr. Dante Rosales
Bettina Carlos as Jessa Mae Rosales
Quintin Allanza as Josh
Boom Labrusca as Simon
Aldred Gatchalian as Caloy
Regine Angeles

Michael Jackson Died Due To Cardiac Arrest

2009-06-26T07:26:00.002+08:00

Michael Jackson died of cardiac arrest today. This has been reported by some news sources including CNN.

The Jackson family's attorney, Brian Oxman, said he was told by Michael Jackson's brother Randy Jackson that Michael collapsed in his home in West Los Angeles, California Thursday morning.

"I can only tell you that the family members are crying and I just have not been able to confirm anything, other than to hug them and tell them that I love them," Oxman told CNN.

He also said that family members who were told of Michael Jackson's death, were either at the hospital or en route at the moment.

Fire Captain Steve Ruda also confirmed a 911 call that came in from Los Angeles residence at 12:21 pm. He said Jackson was treated and tranferred to the UCLA Medical Center.

The security in the hospital is so tight that even hospital staffs are not permitted to go near the emergency room. A lot of people are gathering in the waiting are of the hospital and many of them are crying.

Even in Michael Jackson's home, people are blocked by motorcycle riding policemen in attempt to hold back traffic. But some people managed to go near and gathered outside.

Michael Jackson is supposed to perform a concert tour in the UK for a career comeback and reportedly sold more than 1 million tickets in just hours. This proves the charisma of the King of Pop even after a long absence for the music scene.

Katrina Halili To Revive Angela Markado

2009-06-18T10:03:00.003+08:00

Katrina Halili has been eyed by GMA-7 bigwigs for the TV remake of '80's movie hit "Angela Markado". The said film was a box office hit in its time and was directed by premiere director Lino Brocka and written by no other than Carlo J. Caparas.

The plot of the new tv show is that Angela Delmar works as a waitress for one of the seedy bars in Manila. There she meets five patrons of the bar, who also turn out to be a gang specializing in drugging and raping girls and later on selling them to prostitution.

Angela is the only one tending to her mother, a laundrywoman who stopped working due to tuberculosis. One night, she gets kidnapped, raped, and kept for five days by the five men. The men tattoo their names on the back of Angela, before selling her to a brothel.

Angela escapes, and is taken in by a kindly hostess. However, upon returning to her home, she discovers her mother has died, her best friend has also been raped by the same five men and later on committed suicide. From then on, she makes it her life's mission to kill the five men by wearing wigs and costumes, and stalking the men with a handy switchblade.

It would be a perfect role for Katrina due to the controversies she is undergoing at the moment, as some observers commented.

The said show was first considered to Sunshine Dizon but then later Katrina's name came out as her replacement.

Rica Peralejo To Wed Pastor Boyfriend

2009-06-17T09:50:00.003+08:00

Rica Peralejo has finally find Mr. Right, and the lucky guy is a young pastor she met at Victory Christian Fellowship where she is also a member. He is Pastor Joseph Bonifacio.

Rica and Joseph have been dating for ten months now and Joseph has formally proposed his love to her on May 30 at Sonia's Garden in Tagaytay. Rica accepted his proposal and they are now planning to get married in December this year.

"For the first time, I am in a relationship where God comes first. When I became a Christian, I said I'd want to marry a man of God. I didn't know ibibigay Niya agad sa akin. Joseph is God's gift to me." Rica said.

Rica further said that their relationship has been pure and untainted so far. Just holding hands and hug, no other body contact or whatsoever.

She also claim she is ready to take a less glamorous life with Joseph compared to what she is used to her showbiz environment.

Rica has been previously involved with actors Wowee de Guzman, Bernard Palanca and Piolo Pascual.

Aside from her hosting job in "Umagang Kay Ganda", Rica is also currently busy with her studies at Ateneo and is determined to finish her college.

The Wedding Full Trailer

2009-06-17T09:35:00.006+08:00

"The Wedding" is a light romance teleserye from ABS-CBN featuring Anne Curtis, Zanjoe Marudo and Derek Ramsay. The original airing date was on May 11, 2009, but since fellow co-star Eula Valdez has commitments with her soap opera on GMA Network, they made a deal with Valdez not to air the date until her series from the rival network will be over. Now the official date will be air on June 29, 2009.

Plot:

Candice de Menes (Anne Curtis), is a loving daughter who will do everything to prevent her parents from separating. In her desperate attempt to save her parents’ relationship, she will scheme her engagement to Marlon (Zanjoe Marudo), a poor engineer working for her father.

Candice’s initial scheme develops into a full-fledged whirlwind romance leading to preparations for a real wedding to prove the true love they have found. But what if Candice’s first and great love Warren (Derek Ramsay), the Mr. Right she has waited for so long, returns to claim her back? What will Candice choose – a love worth fighting for or a love worth waiting for?

Main Cast
Anne Curtis as Candice
Zanjoe Marudo as Marlon
Derek Ramsay as Warren

Supporting Cast
Michael de Mesa as Frank
Eula Valdez as Audrey
William Martinez as Sammy
Irma Adlawan as Grace
Baron Geisler as Monty
Desiree del Valle as Oona
G. Toengi as Cariese
Alwyn Uytingco as Clark
Hiyasmin Neri as Sophia
Zeppi Borromeo as Elvis
Katrina Gonzales as Ingrid
Gail Lardizabal as Hazel De Mennes

Other Cast
Tetchie Agbayani as Natalie
Neil Ryan Sese as Charlie
Perla Bautista as Greta
Lito Legaspi as Lawrence
Mich Dulce as Tina
Luanne Dy as Vivien
Frenchie Dy as Marilyn
Nanding Josef as Bogart
Chinggoy Alonso as Orson

Directors:

Jeffrey Jeturian and Mae Czarina Cruz

Trailer:

ABS-CBN Has Been Dragged To Hayden Kho Sex Video Controversy

2009-06-15T08:42:00.003+08:00

Someone's pointing somebody else. That's what's happening to the persons accused in distributing the sex video of Dr. Hayden Kho Jr and Katrina Halili. Dr. Vicki Belo, Erik Chua and Bistek Rosario gave their own statements and they're accusing each other of being the culprit.

Hayden pointed Erik to have uploaded the video but when Erik was interviewed, he denied Haydem's allegations and pointed instead to Dr. Belo.

In response, Dr. Belo's camp, through Quark Henares and Atty. Adel Tamano, denied Erik's allegations and pointed back at Erik.

Quark then made a big revelation: Erik allegedly made an attempt to sell the sex videos to ABS-CBN for 2 million pesos but ABS-CBN made a counter-offer of 200,000 pesos.

Now, if Quark's allegations were true, is ABS-CBN already in the scene long before the scandal erupted? And who is this ABS-CBN personnel who made the 200,000 offer to Erik?

As of this writing, the Kapamilya network is yet to issue an official statement in this matter.

Source: Journal Online

Annabelle Rama Hits John Lloyd Cruz

2009-06-14T08:07:00.002+08:00

Annabelle Rama feels really bad on John Lloyd Cruz's denial of Ruffa Gutierrez. But Annabelle made it clear that she has nothing personal against John Lloyd.

"I don't say na ayoko sa kanya kasi mabait naman siya, single at magandang trabaho. Ang ayoko lang, dinenay niya si Ruffa nang interbiyuhin siya. Bakit, ikinahihiya ba niya ang anak ko? O natatakot siyang masira ang career niya kaya gusto niyang itago? Kung love niya talaga si Ruffa, di aminin niya at dapat maging proud siya rito. Siempre ako, bilang ina ni Ruffa, nasasaktan sa treatment sa kanya ni John Lloyd." Annabelle said in an interview.

Are her grandchildren, Lorin and Venice, against John Lloyd? "No, favorite nga nila kasi they watched "BEtty La Fea" and they know him as Armando. Tilian nga sila pag nakikita nila si John Lloyd sa TV and they really know him as Armando. Favorite nila sina Zorro at Armando."

Annabelle added she badly misses her grandchildren. "Paggising ko sa umaga, nandiyan na yung dalawang apo ko na umaliw sa akin. Ngayong lumipat na sila ng condo, talagang mami-miss ko sila."

ABS-CBN Issues Official Statement on the Fate of Jiro Manio

2009-06-13T16:40:00.004+08:00

Jiro Manio has been axed from ABS-CBN's premiere soap opera "Tayong Dalawa". A lot of speculations sprouted on the reason behind the fate of Jiro in the show.

There's a talk about his alleged use of drugs, family matters, work ethics, etc. but none has been confirmed so far.

Just recently, ABS-CBN has issued an official statement regarding the matter.

"Tinanggal na si Jiro Manio sa produksyon ng Tayong Dalawa, at hindi na rin siya iri-represent as 'talent' ng Star Magic.

"Narating ang desisyong ito matapos ang maraming pagkakataong ibinigay kay Jiro upang itama ang ilang maling gawi at bumalik ang kanyang interes na gampanan ang kanyang role sa nasabing teleserye.

"Nauna rito, nakausap si Jiro ng Star Magic upang pag-usapan ang problemang kanyang pinagdadaanan. Nangako siya na babalik sa pagtatrabaho. Ito ay hindi niya tinupad at patuloy ang hindi niya pagsipot sa kanyang taping.

"Mahusay na artista si Jiro at nakapanghihinayang ang kanyang pagkawala sa Tayong Dalawa, pero kailangang bigyan ng tamang leksyon ang ganitong 'unprofessional at irresponsible behavior.'"

Sam Milby Reconciles with Anne Curtis

2009-06-12T10:15:00.002+08:00

Sam Milby is leaving for the US on June 25 together with the other members of Star Magic talents for a series of shows there. They are going to stay there for a week so Sam and the cast of "Only You" which includes Angel Locsin are taping advance episodes for the said show.

Anne Curtis, his ex GF, just arrived from her European vacation and members of the press asks him if they have already seen each other. "No. But she texted me. She said she has some pasalubongs for me," Sam replied smiling.

When asked for any chance of reconcilliation, "Anything is possible and we're not closing any doors, but we've moved on so wala nang balikan. I'm just glad that we're friends again, unlike before na we reaaly don;t talk." he said.

Sam is also very happy that his soap with Angel is doing good in the ratings.

"I'm glad people like us being paired with each other. Angel is so easy to work with kaya masaya kami sa set." Sam ended.

KC Concepcion, Ruffa Mae QUinto & Bea Alonzo Cleared by Eric Chua in Hayden Kho's Sex Video Scandal

2009-06-12T09:56:00.002+08:00

KC Concepcion, Ruffa Mae Quinto and Bea Alonzo were all rumored to be featured in Hayden Kho's sex video scandal. But as of last night, Eric Chua - the man pointed by Hayden to distribute the video, has denied seeing any of the afformentioned actresses in the videos he recovered from Hayden's computers.

In the exclusive interview of Kris Aquino in her showbiz talk program Showbiz News Ngayon, Eric cleared the name of the three.

Kc and Bea were rumored to have been video taped while changing their clothes in Dr. Vicki Belo's clinic while Ruffa Mae allegedly in a video doing it with Hayden. But after last night's revelation of Eric Chua, all those rumors are proven to be just rumors.

Some observers commented on the silence of Dr. Belo especially in the case of Bea since Bea is one of her clinic's celebrity endorsers.

Kris also asked Eric if there are ohter "big names" he know in Hayden's files, Eric said there's none.

Hayden Kho's Celebrity "Victims"

2009-06-10T10:57:00.008+08:00

Hayden Kho's sex video "victims" do not limit to Katrina Halili. Although Katrina is the only celebrity who has the courage to come up in the open and talked about it.

This was revealed by Sen. Ramon "Bong" Revilla Jr. in his privilege speech recently in the senate. Sen. Revilla however didn't mentioned the names of other celebrities involved in the sex video scandal of Dr. Hayden Kho.

One of the rumored celebrities is Maricar Reyes, an ABS-CBN talent who admitted she had an affair with Hayden back in University of Santo Tomas when they were still medical students in the said school.

"We dated for a year. I was committed to him but we're not compatible. We grew apart... I cant remember the details anymore, it's been a long time," Maricar said in an interview.

Maricar Reyes is currently included in the cast of the Kapamilya network's afternoon soap "Precious Hearts Romances Present Bud Brothers" and she has not issued an official statement about the alleged sex video with Hayden.

Another rumored celebrity allegedly in Hayden's sex videos is Ruffa Mae Quinto. She has been linked to the videos since December 2008 by Lolit Solis who claimed she saw the videos but Ruffa Mae kept her silence in the issue.

Then there's Bea Alonzo, another ABS-CBN talent, although she merely "laughed at" the notion that she is one of Hayden's "victims".

"Actually, what people had been telling me is that, it's not an actual sex video. It was me daw changing clothes in some sort of a dressing room," Bea said in an interview.

“Actually I thought it was really funny. At first, I was like, ‘Did you buy your copies already? I’m supposed to be in there.’”

Alonzo said she first heard of the news from ABS- CBN director Lauren Dyogi. “He said he heard it from some of (ABS- CBN) production people.”

Then as earlier reported, there's KC Concepcion who is said to be video taped via mobile phone changing her clothes. (click here to read KC Concepcion and Hayden Kho report)

Vicki Belo however is the only celebrity who admitted giving consent to Hayden to take a video in one of their sexual encounters. "I was aware, he asked me and I consented on the condition that it will be deleted immediately after," Vicki told reporters in an interview.

Vicki and Hayden parted ways when Vicki reportedly saw videos of Hayden having sex with other women.

Due to the number of celebrities allegedly involved in Hayden's sex video scandal, the DVD is selling like hot cakes not only in the Philippines but also in other countries.

In Malaysia, pirated DVD sellers are cashing in the the videos and they titled it "The Philippines Version of Edison Chen" and even made an artwork for the DVD showing superimposed nude pictures of Katrina and Hayden.

"I sold 30 DVD's a day last month. People do not mind buying it even though it is priced higher than the usual pornographic DVD's," an anonymous retailer said in an interview.

KC Concepcion's Name Joins the Hayden Kho Sex Scandal Bandwagon

2009-06-08T11:07:00.006+08:00

KC Concepcion's name has been earlier dragged in to the Hayden Kho sex video controversy. This develops after talks of KC being video taped by Hayden secretly while KC was dressing up.

It is not yet clear however if KC is really the woman in the video. The video depicts the alleged KC getting dressed after somewhat a "love making event." The video is also discreetly taken by Hayden Kho and KC has no knowledge of it.

The video is said to be spreading now in mobile phones and the internet. KC's involvement started with some "blind items" in some showbiz websites and prints reporting a young superstar who is also known for her global advocacy is also featured in one of Hayden's sex videos. The showbiz world immediately jumped into conclusion that the description fits KC Concepcion.

But Lolit Solis says otherwise. "No, it's not her," says Lolit when interviewed by the Inquirer about the rumors of KC Concepcion and Hayden Kho sex scandal.

Solis said KC and Hayden met at the Embassy bar in The Fort and "they were often seen talking there".

Lolit further reasoned out that KC might not be involved in a romantic relation with Hayden. "Hayden's not KC's type. Di mahilig sa guapo yun." stressed Manay Lolit.

KC is currently in the US together with her Mega Mom Sharon Cuneta for a series of concerts in the Filipino communities there.

Kapamilya's I Love Betty La Fea and May Bukas Pa Top Nationwide Ratings

2009-03-28T21:36:00.005+08:00

Most ABS-CBN shows once again topple their GMA-7 rivals in the recent national ratings. Kapamilya shows May Bukas Pa and I Love Betty La Fea top the primetime spot garnering as high as 38.2% in ratings.

Top 10 Daytime and Primetime Programs Nationwide
(March 24 to 26, 2009; TNS)

March 24, Tuesday

Daytime:

1. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 23%

2. Dapat Ka Bang Mahalin? (GMA-7) - 18.6%

3. Paano Ba ang Mangarap? (GMA-7) - 18%

4. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) / Daisy Siete (GMA-7) - 16.9%

5. Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) - 16.4%

6. Parekoy (ABS-CBN) - 14.2%

7. Pieta (ABS-CBN) - 13.9%

8. La Traicion (ABS-CBN) - 11.3%

9. Slamdunk (GMA-7) - 10.9%

10. Mr. Bean Live (ABS-CBN) - 10.3%

Primetime:

1. May Bukas Pa (ABS-CBN) / I Love Betty La Fea (ABS-CBN) - 38.1%

2. Tayong Dalawa (ABS-CBN) - 36.2%

3. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) - 30.8%

4. Totoy Bato (GMA-7) - 29.3%

5. Zorro (GMA-7) - 28.7%

6. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 23.3%

7. Ang Babaeng Hinugot Sa Aking Tadyang (GMA-7) - 22.8%

8. All About Eve (GMA-7) - 21.1%

9. SNN: Showbiz News Ngayon (ABS-CBN) - 18.6%

10. Kapamilya, Deal Or No Deal (ABS-CBN) - 18.5%

March 25, Wednesday

Daytime:

1. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 22.5%
2. Paano Ba ang Mangarap? (GMA-7) - 19.5%
3. Dapat Ka Bang Mahalin? (GMA-7) - 18.9%
4. Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) - 17.9%
5. Daisy Siete (GMA-7) - 17.7%
6. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 17.2%
7. Parekoy (ABS-CBN) - 13.8%
8. Pieta (ABS-CBN) - 13%
9. Mr. Bean Live (ABS-CBN) - 12.4%
10. Mischievous Princess (ABS-CBN) - 12.2%

Primetime:

1. May Bukas Pa (ABS-CBN) - 38.2%
2. Love Betty La Fea (ABS-CBN) - 35.8%
3. Tayong Dalawa (ABS-CBN) - 34.1%
4. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) - 31%
5. Totoy Bato (GMA-7) - 27.3%
6. Zorro (GMA-7) - 24.9%
7. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 21.2%
8. All About Eve (GMA-7) - 20.3%
9. Ang Babaeng Hinugot Sa Aking Tadyang (GMA-7) - 20%
10. Fated To Love You (GMA-7) - 20%

March 26, Thursday

Daytime:

1. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 21.7%
2. Dapat Ka Bang Mahalin? (GMA-7) - 21%
3. Paano Ba ang Mangarap? (GMA-7) - 19.4%
4. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 18.2%
5. Daisy Siete (GMA-7) - 18%
6. Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) - 16.4%
7. Pieta (ABS-CBN) - 15.8%
8. Parekoy (ABS-CBN) - 14.5%
9. Slamdunk (GMA-7) - 12.1%
10. Mischievous Princess (ABS-CBN) - 11.9%

Primetime:

1. May Bukas Pa (ABS-CBN) - 37.9%
2. Tayong Dalawa (ABS-CBN) - 36.7%
3. I Love Betty La Fea (ABS-CBN) - 35.1%
4. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) - 31.7%
5. Totoy Bato (GMA-7) - 31%
6. Zorro (GMA-7) - 28.3%
7. Ang Babaeng Hinugot Sa Aking Tadyang (GMA-7) - 24%
8. 24 Oras (GMA-7) / All About Eve (GMA-7) - 21.5%
9. SNN: Showbiz News Ngayon (ABS-CBN) - 20.3%
10. Fated To Love You (GMA-7) - 19.6%

Source: TNS via PEP

Roxanne Guinoo is Removed From Banana Split

2009-03-28T12:24:00.003+08:00

Roxanne Guinoo is out from Banana Split. This is what we have learned from a reliable source. Roxanne is said to be up to this March only, so we will be missing her from the show starting April.

The show is entering its 3rd season by April and they will reformat the show. Aside from reformatting, the cast of "Parekoy" (Jayson Gainza, Zanjoe Marudo and John Prats) will be added as mainstays of the gag show. And since new casts are added, some of the original casts are going to leave and on e of them is Roxanne.

Roxanne just didn't fit in the show and that's the reason why she was removed. She is more fitted in drama series where she used to portray and not comedy. They were supposed to tape the last episode of the season last Thursday but Roxanne didn't go to the taping anymore. Many are speculating maybe she was hurt of the decision of the management that's why she preferred not to attend the last taping anymore.

Aside from Roxanne Guinoo, Dianne Medina was also removed from Banana Split.

Angelica Panganiban refused to comment when approached by reporters.

Sarah Geronimo and Gerald Anderson will Team-up in a Movie

2009-03-22T20:53:00.004+08:00

Sarah Geronimo is having a new leading man. After her two successful blockbuster movies with John Lloyd Cruz, namely "A Very Special Love" and "You Changed My Life", Viva Films is considering Gerald Anderson to be the next partner of Sarah in her next movie.

But Sarah doubts fans will like their team-up. "Medyo mahirap 'yan kasi alam naman natin na ka-love team ni Gerald si (Kim Chiu). Bahala na kung ano ang will ni Lord at ng management kung ano talaga kung ano ang ma-settle na," Sarah said in an interview with ABS-CBN news.

"Hindi ko naman pwedeng sabihing I fully agree. Maraming kailangang intindihin pa muna," explained Sarah.

For his part, Gerald welcomed the idea of working with Sarah. "It will be fine. When I heard it, nakaka-overwhelm talaga," Gerald said.

Gerald further confirmed speculations that he will be partnered to other female stars soon, just like what happened to other Kapamilya hearthrobs Piolo Pascual, Sam Milby and Jericho Rosales who are also partnered with different leading ladies.

"Alam namin ni Kim na the day will come na maghihiwalay kami at magkakaroon ng ibang partners," said Gerald in an interview with Bulgar.

As of this writing, Sarah is in the US for her "The Next One: US Tour" with Charlie Green, Billy Crawford and Mark Bautista while Gerald is busy with his television series "Tayong Dalawa" with Kim Chiu and Jake Cuenca.

Dingdong Dantes as Zuma

2009-03-22T20:19:00.004+08:00

Dingdong Dantes is said to portray the role of Zuma, the comics character created by Jim Fernandez in the 70's.

Zuma is a monster character with a two headed snake that rests on his shoulder. Zuma first appeared in comic series Aztec and later on gained it's popularity with the series "Anak Ni Zuma" in Aliwan Komiks.

It had a prequel "Angkan Ni Zuma" which chronicles Zuma's adventures inancient times. Then his future descendant "Zuma-Maria" and then it had it's own comic book series (although short-lived) titled Zuma Komiks.

Zuma's character has been also into films twice, the original "Zuma" and the sequel "Anak Ni Zuma". Both movies were topbilled by actor Max Laurel.

This remake of "Zuma" will introduce this comics character to the new generation. So far, most comics characters made into films today are those characters created by Carlo J. Caparas, himself, a comics writer legend.

Actor/producer Carlo Maceda will produce the movie. He already talked with Dingdong and Dingdong is said to be interested in the project. They are planning to release "Zuma" within this year.

This movie will temporarily separate Dingdong from his perennial on-screen partner Marian Rivera, who is said to be his real-life girlfriend. Almost all movies/TV shows of Dingdong are with Marian as his leading lady.