Monday, March 31, 2014

Kantar Media National TV Ratings (March 28, 2014) - 'Dyesebel' fails to reach 30% mark

ABS-CBN's Dyesebel fell a little short of making it to the 30% mark of the nationwide television ratings on Friday, March 28, 2014, based on Kantar Media's data. Nonetheless, the Anne Curtis-starrer was still the most-watched TV program that da...

ABS-CBN treats Davaoenos with back-to-back events

Over 15,000 Davaoenos joined ABS-CBN’s fun and star-studded celebration of the annual Araw ng Dabaw via the network’s back-to back events last March 14 and 15. Five thousand fans flocked to the Abreeza Mall for “Salamat Kapamilya” last March 14 to bond with ABS-CBN’s newest love team, young stars...

John and Camille Prats' school featured in 'My Puhunan'

Broadcast journalist Karen Davila details how a former tricycle driver and his wife became millionaires by adding a creative twist to the popular polvoron this Wednesday (April 2) in “My Puhunan.” Joel and Marissa Yala put up their polvoron business after they noticed only marshmallows and biscuits...

Kim Chiu's sister Lakam all smiles with Gerald Anderson in a photo

Kim Chiu's older sibling, Lakam, posed for a photo with her sister's former boyfriend Gerald Anderson at the thanksgiving party of Dreamscape Entertainment Sunday night. She's also all smiles in the photo while the Dyesebel actor's arm was over her shoulder, so I'm guessing things are getting okay now between the former lover...

Mary Jean Lastimosa is Miss Universe Philippines 2014!

Mary Jean Lastimosa was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2014 during the Binibining Pilipinas 2014 pageant held at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Sunday, March 30. Last year's winner and Miss Universe 2013 3rd runner-up Ariella Arida crowned her, together with Miss Universe 2013 Gabriela Isler who is currently in the country for a caus...

Sunday, March 30, 2014

Lisita vs. Kawanago in all-action fight in ' ONE FC Rise of Heroes'

Australian featherweight contender Rob “Ruthless” Lisita has promised a great, all-action fight against former Legend FC Featherweight champion Yusuke Kawanago, a battle “which the fans will truly enjoy,” on May 2 in ONE Fighting Championship’s Rise of Heroes at the Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena. “Fans...

Marian Rivera attends Kathryn Bernardo's debut party

Quite surprising to see Kapuso star Marian Rivera in an event dominated by Kapamilya stars, but yes, she attended Kathryn Bernardo's 18th birthday celebration at The Blue Leaf Filipinas in Taguig City on March 29, 201...

Saturday, March 29, 2014

Current state of OPM tackled in 'Bottomline'

“The Bottomline With Boy Abunda” examines the current state of Original Pilipino Music (OPM) this Saturday (March 29) with acclaimed and influential OPM singer-songwriters Lolita Carbon (ASIN), Cooky Chua (Color It Red), and Bayang Barrios (Bagong Lumad). Known as pillars of OPM, the three women...

Meteor Garden re-airs on ABS-CBN and JeepneyTV

ABS-CBN and JeepneyTV bring viewers the ultimate throwback on Philippine television as the Asianovela that started it all, “Meteor Garden,” once again hits TV screens beginning Monday (Mar 31). For the very first time, the phenomenal hit Asianovela loved by many Filipinos airs on two channels. The...

Anne Curtis and Nash Aguas go in under the sea adventure in 'Matanglawin'

Kuya Kim joins forces with teen heartthrob Nash Aguas and Dyesebel herself, Anne Curtis, for an under the sea adventure that will cap off Matanglawin’s month-long sixth anniversary celebration this Sunday (Mar 30). Watch the “LUV U” star explore the Manila Ocean Park and interact with penguins,...

Friday, March 28, 2014

Francis Magundayao and Jairus Aquino fight over Sharlene San Pedro in 'Wansapanataym'

The characters of Kapamilya teen stars Sharlene San Pedro, Jairus Aquino, and Francis Magundayao in “Wansapanataym Presents Si Lulu at Si Lily Liit” will be involved in a fight this Saturday (March 29) as Lulu (Sharlene) comes to her friend Adrian (Francis) and asks for his help to take Lily (also portrayed...

Thursday, March 27, 2014

Urijah "The California Kid" Faber visits Philippines for the 1st time

Balls Channel, home of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) welcomes longtime UFC fighter Urijah “The California Kid” Faber as he visits the Philippines for the first time for Tag Team Sport Management’s “The California Kid in Manila.” “I’m honored to be here and to meet everyone,” said Faber...

Gifted children in 'Bet On Your Baby' this Sat (Mar 29)

To already be able to read, write,  and even recite both the list of Philippine heroes and the periodic table of elements are some of the things that three-year old Leroi Alba can do. It’s no surprise that he was deemed a gifted child or someone with extraordinary skills at a young age. This...

Daniel Padilla's DOS concert tickets almost sold-out

Daniel Padilla held a press conference for his "Daniel On Stage (DOS) The Daniel Padilla Concert at the Big Dome" on Thursday, March 27, 2014. He also personally sold tickets to the concert at the Araneta box-office, and as of this posting, the mosh pit and lower box tickets are already sold ou...

Wednesday, March 26, 2014

'Biggest Loser Doubles' contestants form alliances

The competition in The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition Doubles has just gotten more complicated and tense as the contestant pairs formed alliances to remain in the camp and have a bigger chance at reaching the finale. Du brothers Ralph and Christian have teamed up with showbiz royalties Pat and...

Bar topnotcher Nielson Pangan and UAAP volleyball MVP Alyssa Valdez in 'Tapatan Ni Tunying' (March 27)

Bar topnotcher Nielson Pangan aspires to become a Chief Justice someday. “I think it is every lawyer’s dream,” he admits in Tapatan Ni Tunying airing this Thursday (Mar 27). Not even expecting he would pass the 2013 Bar Examination, Pangan is ecstatic and proud to bring the University of the...

Things that can save lives during bus accidents revealed in "Red Alert'

Broadcast journalist Atom Araullo shows what commuters can do in case the bus they are riding suddenly meets an accident this Friday (Mar 28) in Red Alert. Data show that in the Philippines, about 350,000 commuters ride buses every day. In 2013, 6,000 casualties in bus incidents were reported, and...

Coney Reyes and Bembol Roco are reunited lovers in 'MMK' (March 29)

Award-winning veteran actors Coney Reyes and Bembol Roco will topbill the upcoming heavy drama episode of ABS-CBN’s Maalaala Mo Kaya this Saturday (March 29). Coney and Bembol will play the roles of Angie and Bert, former lovers who get their second chance at love after their respective spouses’...

Kim Chiu-Coco Martin love team, a hit among televiewers

The love team of teleserye royalties Coco Martin and Kim Chiu has quickly won the hearts of TV viewers and netizens as their characters in ABS-CBN’s master teleserye Ikaw Lamang Samuel and Isabelle begin to rekindle their past. Ikaw Lamang’s episode last Tuesday (March 25), where Isabelle stayed...

Tuesday, March 25, 2014

Kantar Media National TV Ratings (March 20-21, 2014) - 'Dyesebel' gets highest rating so far

ABS-CBN's Dyesebel starring Anne Curtis got its highest national rating during its pilot week on Thursday, March 20, 2014, with 33.1% national rating based on Kantar Media's data. Ranking on top from day one, it can now be told that the series is now the number one program on Philippine T...

'Moon Of Desire' - new trailer

A new trailer for Moon Of Desire has been released. The series stars Meg Imperial, Ellen Adarna, Dominic Roque, Miko Raval and JC De Vera. Moon Of Desire premieres March 31, 2014, replacing Galema: Anak Ni Zuma in Kapamilya Network's afternoon block. Galema starring Andi...

'Mirabella' beats 'Paraiso Ko'y Ikaw' in national TV ratings

ABS-CBN’s official summer teleserye Mirabella has left TV viewers mesmerized as the pilot episode of Julia Barretto and Enrique Gil’s fantasy series won in the TV ratings game and dominated Twitter’s list of worldwide trending topics last Monday (March 24). Based on data from Kantar Media,...

MYX Music Awards 2014 winners to be revealed on March 26

The past year saw walls being torn down in the local music scene, where songs and music videos went past what the Philippine audience is used to. When it comes to music, even borders between local television networks and record labels don’t seem to exist anymore. This year, not only the country’s...

Monday, March 24, 2014

Little Vhong Navarro, Jhong Hilario and Billy Crawford join "It's Showtime's" MiniMe (VIDEO)

ABS-CBN's It's Showtime premiered its new segment titled "MiniMe" on Monday, March 24, 2014. Among the contestants that wowed the audience are the mini-mes of the noontime show's hosts Jhong Hilario, Vhong Navarro and Billy Crawfor...

'The Legal Wife' beats 'Rhodora X' in national TV ratings

ABS-CBN’s most followed ‘TV affair,’ The Legal Wife keeps viewers at the edge of their seats as the characters of Angel Locsin, Jericho Rosales and Maja Salvador are caught in a passion-filled love triangle. The program proved its following remains strong when The Legal Wife won in its time...

'Galema: Anak Ni Zuma' finale to air on Friday (March 28)

Andi Eigenmann’s character in ABS-CBN’s hit afternoon fantasy series Galema: Anak ni Zuma is set to wage an ultimate battle against her mother, Galela (Sheryl Cruz), whom Zuma (Derick Hubalde) turned into a deadly monster. Will Galema find in her heart to kill her own mother to protect the...

Chalk brings back 'Bright Young Manila' with Campus Hotties edition

Having been around for eight years now, Chalk Magazine’s Bright Young Manila badge has become one of the youth’s most sought after symbols among the colleges around the country. This year, Chalk is bringing Bright Young Manila back—this time, turning up the heat and spicing things up with the all-new...

Sunday, March 23, 2014

Haydee Manosca enthralls judges, wins "It's Showtime's" Stars on 45

Forty five-year-old Haydee Manosca of Taguig City was declared the first-ever grand champion of “Stars on 45” for giving stirring and powerful renditions of two ballads last Saturday (Mar 22) during its grand finals on “It’s Showtime.” Haydee enthralled the judges and the studio audience by flawlessly...

Saturday, March 22, 2014

Taxi operator busted in 'Bistado'

Broadcast journalist Julius Babao exposes a taxi operator in Damariñas, Cavite that produces and uses fake plates in “Bistado” this Monday (March 24). “Bistado” conducted a surveillance operation at the said operator’s headquarters after a tipster provided information about its modus operandi. It...

ABS-CBN is Best TV Station for students and teachers

ABS-CBN scored a grand slam win as Best TV Station from various different student award-giving bodies and earned a total of 107 awards in combined television and radio categories, making it the network of choice among most students and teachers. ABS-CBN was recognized as the Best TV Station at the...

'Ang TV' stars reunite in 'The Singing Bee'

After more than two decades, stars of Ang TV will once again perform on one stage via the hit musical game show The Singing Bee. Antoinette Taus, Lindsay Custodio, Roselle Nava, and Gio Alvarez have already proven their talents, but do they also have what it takes to conquer Philippine television’s...

Friday, March 21, 2014

Iza Calzado bares personal life in 'The Bottomline With Boy Abunda" (March 22)

Acclaimed host-actress Iza Calzado gets up close and personal in The Bottomline With Boy Abunda this Saturday (March 22) to share the struggles she went through while she was growing up, from dealing with her manic-depressive mother, to the alleged infidelities of her father, and being an excessive...

Kathryn Bernardo to celebrate 18th birthday on 'ASAP 19' this Sunday (March 23)

ASAP 19 will throw an extravaganza of celebrations and surprises this Sunday (March 23) as it launches a newest segment dedicated to loyal Kapamilya viewers, ‘ASAP Fans Day,’ to be kicked off by teen superstars Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla. It can only get better and brighter in ASAP as...

Sharlene San Pedro changes Jairus Aquino's life in 'Wansapanataym'

Kapamilya teen stars Sharlene San Pedro and Jairus Aquino will treat TV viewers with exciting adventures and summer romance this Saturday (March 22) in the continuation of their month-long Wansapanataym special, which they topbill with Francis Magundayao. In the episode of ‘Si Lulu at Si Lily...

Miles Ocampo causes rebellious drama in 'Home Sweetie Home'

With teenagers all over getting into sneaking around and experimenting, the time had to come when Toni Gonzaga’s younger sister on the hit sitcom Home Sweetie Home, would cause some rebellious drama for the newly-wedded couple. On this week’s episode airing on Sunday (March 23), the summer break...

'The Maze Runner' - Movie Poster and Official Trailer

20th Century Fox reveals The Maze Runner poster exposing a world of thick walls where a group of teenage boys and a lone teenage girl find themselves trapped in a series of massive thick walls. This year’s most anticipated sci-fi action thriller based on James Dashner’s bestselling novel for...

Jennifer Lopez performs 'I Luh Ya Papi' with Jessica Sanchez, Pia Toscano, Allison Iraheta - 'American Idol 13' Top 10 Results Show

Jennifer Lopez performed I Luh Ya Papi during the Top 10 Results Show of American Idol 13 on Thursday night (Friday morning, Manila time) together with the show's alums Jessica Sanchez, Pia Toscano and Allison Iraheta. Check it ou...

Thursday, March 20, 2014

'Bb. Pilipinas 2014: The Road to the Crown' to air this Sunday

Forty gorgeous women aspire to represent the country, now ready and equipped for the upcoming Binibining Pilipinas 2014 pageant—but how exactly did they get to where they are today? Find out this Sunday (March 23) in “Bb. Pilipinas 2014: The Road to the Crown” as it airs on Sunday’s Best at 9:45pm...

'Bet On Your Baby' features more OFW babies

Many Filipinos were moved by last Saturday’s (March 15) episode of “Bet On Your Baby,” where the game show once more connected children with their parents who were miles away as overseas Filipino workers. The show bridged the gap through touching video calls where OFW fathers expressed their support...

"It's Showtime" holds 'Stars on 45' grand finals; hosts to provide peek into Karylle's wedding this Saturday

The competition among 12 middle-aged finalists in “Stars on 45” reaches fever pitch this Saturday (Mar 22) as they battle it out to become the first ever “Stars on 45” grand winner in the country’s number one noontime program, “It’s Showtime.” It’s their last chance to prove they still got it as...

Atom Araullo hosts new ABS-CBN program, 'Red Alert'

When tragedies or accidents strike, are you ready to save yourself or your family? ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs prepares you for the worst case scenarios that may confront you anytime, anywhere and equips you with the knowledge you need to save your lives via its newest program “Red Alert,”...

Wednesday, March 19, 2014

'Dyesebel' pilot episode is most-watched, trends on Twitter

ABS-CBN’s biggest teleserye offering for 2014 “Dyesebel” won the hearts of primetime TV viewers as its pilot episode clinched the number one spot on the list of the most watched TV programs in the country. According to the data from Kantar Media on Monday (March 17), the fantasy series topbilled...

Anne Curtis feels her hard work has paid off when she got 'Dyesebel' role

After playing “Dyosa,” national sweetheart Anne Curtis resolved she wouldn’t do another fantaserye. But “Dyesebel” changed her mind. “I wasn’t sure I could still do another fantaserye after Dyosa. Fantaseryes are challenging because of the costume changes and the prosthetics,” explains Anne in “Tapatan...

Tuesday, March 18, 2014

'X Factor Israel' winner Rose Fostanes' life story featured in 'MMK'

ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya” will inspire viewers to pursue their dreams through the life story of “X Factor Israel’s” first grand winner, Rose “Osang” Fostanes. “Be Careful With My Heart” cast member Vivieka Ravanes will play Osang in the “MMK” episode this Saturday (March 22...

Julia Barretto, Enrique Gil all set for 'Mirabella' premiere on March 24

Kapamilya stars Julia Barretto and Enrique Gil are set to share the beauty of true love as ABS-CBN’s official summer teleserye “Mira Bella” premieres on Monday (March 24). “Mira Bella’s” story will revolve around Mira (Julia), a young girl who inherited the curse of having a wood-like ski...

Angel Locsin, Jericho Rosales continue to get acting recognitions

"The Legal Wife” lead stars Angel Locsin and Jericho Rosales continue to receive recognitions from various award-giving bodies for their respective achievements in movie and TV. After winning the Best Supporting Actress trophy from Gawad Pasado Awards 2014 last February, Angel was recently named...

Sarah Geronimo, Bamboo and Lea Salonga return as coaches, Luis Manzano and Alex Gonzaga to host 'The Voice Kids'

The search for the next singing superstar is back as the top-rating and Twitter-trending ultimate singing-reality search “The Voice of the Philippines” returns to ABS-CBN this summer. This year, it will launch the highly anticipated “The Voice Kids,” featuring kids aged eight to fourteen years old...

Kantar Media National TV Ratings (March 14, 2014) - 'Honesto' finale gets 35.4%

Honesto remained on top up to its last episode on Friday, March 14, 2014. Starring Paulo Avelino and Raikko Mateo, the finale, which showed Hugo Layer (Joel Torre) being sent to jail for all the bad things he has done, got 35.4% national rating based on Kantar Media's dat...

Monday, March 17, 2014

Saturday, March 15, 2014

DZMM helps Yolanda-affected students with 'Tulong Na, Tabang Na, Tayo Na, Takbo Na' fun run

DZMM continues to advocate education by helping students affected by super typhoon Yolanda with a fun run called “Tulong Na, Tabang Na, Tayo Na, Takbo Na,” which will be held on May 4, 4AM assembly time, in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. The fun run’s lone 5km category aims to raise funds for the...

Andrea Brillantes, television's next big tween superstar

Annaliza’s story will soon come to an end, but Andrea Brillantes’ road to superstardom has just begun especially now that she is tagged as ABS-CBN’s newest ‘Tween Princess.’ According to business unit head Ruel Bayani, “Annaliza” not only captivated the hearts of Filipinos during its ten-month run,...

'Galema' stars sing off in 'The Singing Bee'

The cast of “Galema: Anak Ni Zuma” takes a break from the tension and drama and joins the fun-filled musical game show “The Singing Bee” this Monday (Mar 17), before the hit series formally bids farewell this March. Watch Sunshine Cruz, Carla Estrada, Bryan Santos, and Atak as they compete with...

Friday, March 14, 2014

'Dyesebel' stars Anne Curtis, Gerald Anderson and Sam Milby lead star-studded party in 'ASAP 19'

Dip into the fun and thrill of summer as “Dyesebel” stars Anne Curtis, Gerald Anderson, and Sam Milby lead the star-studded party in “ASAP 19” this Sunday (March 16) with a special production number for the grand launch of ABS-CBN’s most anticipated fantaserye, together with Dawn Zulueta, AiAi delas...

Contestants' determination put to test as they are sent home (Biggest Loser Doubles)

The competition in “The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition Doubles” has just become stiffer and more daunting than ever for its six remaining contestant pairs after all of them were sent home to continue their weight loss journey. Outside the camp, married couple Carl and Kayen, siblings Bryan and Ikya,...

'Dyesebel' to heat up primetime TV starting March 17

Anne Curtis, Gerald Anderson, Andi Eigenmann, and Sam Milby are set to heat up the nights of TV viewers as ABS-CBN’s most anticipated fantasy series “Dyesebel” premieres on Monday (March 17). A grand TV adaptation of a Mars Ravelo classic, ABS-CBN’s “Dyesebel” will revolve around the touching tale...

Toni Gonzaga reunites with John Lloyd Cruz in 'Home Sweetie Home'

Excited to reunite with her partner after a trip out of the country, Toni Gonzaga’s character Julie tries to seduce John Lloyd Cruz as Romeo by “enhancing” her physical gifts on their hit sitcom “Home Sweetie Home” this Sunday (March 16). Romeo had been in Singapore for a few days, and the Valentino...

Thursday, March 13, 2014

Judy Ann Santos is happy with ABS-CBN

“Bet On Your Baby” host Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo recently mentioned how happy she is being in the company of her fellow Kapamilyas in ABS-CBN and being part of her current projects. In an Instagram post, Judy Ann expressed how thankful she is for the blessings she has received in her career. “Thank...

Sharlene San Pedro becomes closer with Francis Magundayao and Jairus Aquino in 'Wansapanataym'

Kapamilya teen stars Sharlene San Pedro, Jairus Aquino, and Francis Magundayao become closer this Saturday (March 15) in the continuation of their “Wansapanataym” special titled ‘Si Lulu at Si Lily Liit.’ Now that more people are starting to discover her twin’s secret, Lulu (Sharlene) decides to...

'I-Vice Ganda Mo Ako sa Amerika' draws crowd

Kapamilya comedian Vice Ganda proved his ‘unkabogable’ star power as he treated thousands of Kapamilya fans to a night of laughter and music in his highly successful “I-Vice Ganda Mo Ako sa Amerika” tour. The tour’s first show was held at the John Logan High School Pavilion last February 28 where...