Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Sarah Geronimo, John Lloyd Cruz named Box Office Queen and King for 'It Takes a Man and a Woman'

Sarah Geronimo and John Lloyd Cruz are Box Office Entertainment Awards' Box Office Queen and King for the success of their movie, "It Takes a Man and a Woman," which was shown in Philippine cinemas early last yea...

JC De Vera, Dom Roque compete for Meg Imperial's attention

Fate brings Jeff (JC De Vera) and Ayla (Meg Imperial) closer together as afternoon television’s most desirable series “Moon of Desire” heats up this week with the return of Ayla’s grandmother, Soledad (Carmi Martin). Jeff will be working with Soledad in the hospital’s newest venture. He instantly...

'The Fault In Our Stars' aligns in cinemas on June 5

The phenomenal young-adult tome “The Fault In Our Stars” penned by John Green is brought to life on the big screen produced by blockbuster producer Wyck Godfrey (“Twilight” films) and directed by Josh Boone (“Stuck In Love”). Written for the screen by the creative minds of Scott Neustadter and Michael...

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Bugoy Cariño's childhood cut short in 'MMK' (VIDEO)

Internationally acclaimed child actor Bugoy Cariño will topbill ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya” this Saturday (May 3) to portray the character of Jose, an eight-year-old boy who stands as a parent to his seven younger siblings after their mother and father abandoned them. Jose brings his one-month-old...

Heart Evangelista and Chiz Escudero to wed next year?

Despite the parents of Heart Evangelista’s public disapproval of Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero for their daughter, the senator still confirmed his intention of marrying the actress. “I really want to marry her. I’m just fixing some things and I hope to seal our relationship as soon as it’s done,”...

Andrea Brillantes and Raikko Mateo's 'Wansapanataym' special wins in national TV ratings

Kapamilya child stars Andrea Brillantes and Raikko Mateo’s “Wansapanataym” special ‘My Guardian Angel’ won in the ratings game when it premiered last Saturday (April 26). According to data from Kantar Media, many viewers across urban and rural areas in the country tuned in to ‘My Guardian Angel,’...

Alex Gonzaga - Profile ('PBB All In')

Alex Gonzaga, 26-year-old, "Sassy Sister ng Rizal" The younger sister of one of the biggest Kapamilya Stars today, Alma recently made her comeback as a Kapamilya Star last year as a co-host for The Voice of the Philippines and as a regular on Banana Nite. Like her older sister, Alma is a triple...

Aina Solano - Profile ('PBB All In')

Aina Solano, 21-year-old, Encoder, "Dancing Bombshell ng Boracay" Aina was born in Boracay and was raised there until her family moved to Geneva, Switzerland when she 8yo. She finished her studies there, and also tried to work as a hiphop teacher for kids. She recently moved back to Boracay on her...

Maris Racal - Profile ('PBB All In')

Maris Racal, 16-year-old, Student, "Singing Sunshine ng Davao" Davao’s Singing Sunshine grew up in a musically inclined close-knit family. Both her parents sing and her dad also plays the guitar. But Maris learned how to play the guitar on her own by watching videos on the internet – the same way...

Ranty Portento - Profile ('PBB All In')

Ranty Portento, 26-year-old, Seaman, "Maginoong Marino ng Quezon" Ranty is second among five siblings. His father is a househusband while his mother, who he considers as his best friend, is a photographer and acts as the family’s breadwinner. He wasn’t able to enter college due to financial difficulty....

Loisa Andalio - Profile ('PBB All In')

Loisa Andalio, 15-year-old, Student, "Talented Darling ng Parañaque" Loisa is part of a sing-and-dance girl group called “3G” that performs in mall shows and fiestas. She grew up in a close-knit family; second among 4 siblings. Her dad is a sales manager while her mom is a housewife. Even though...

Joshua Garcia - Profile ('PBB All In')

Joshua Garcia, 16-year-old, Out-of-school Youth, "Tatay's Boy ng Batangas" Joshua lives with his dad, stepmom and three half brothers. He regards his father very highly because he sees how his dad is very hardworking. His stepmom treats him as her own and he has a good relationship with his half...

Manolo Pedrosa - Profile ('PBB All In')

Manolo Pedrosa, 16-year-old, Student, "Wonder Son ng Quezon City" Manolo is the youngest among 5 siblings. His parents run a business together. He is more open to his mom, while he loves jet skiing and going on hiking trips with his dad. He also plays basketball, frisbee and badminton. Although...

Fifth Pagotan - Profile ('PBB All In')

Fifth Pagotan, 22-year-old, Businessman, "Brad Kulit ng Pasay" As his moniker suggests, Fifth is the more makulit twin. His twin brother is also a part of PBB All In.  He likes pulling pranks and used to make and upload funny videos online. Despite his antics, Fifth is business-minded. He owns...

Fourth Pagotan - Profile ('PBB All In')

Fourth Pagotan, 22-year-old, Chef, "Brad Bait ng Pasay" Fourth cooks for one of the restaurants in a 5-star luxury hotel in the country. He has a twin brother who’s also a part of PBB All In. Inside the house, he’s the more responsible twin, making him Kuya’s “Brad Bait”. Besides his culinary skills,...

Michele Gumabao - Profile ('PBB All In')

Michele Gumabao, 21-year-old, Host/Volleyball Player, "Spunky Spiker ng Quezon City" Michele is a familiar face among volleyball fans. She’s a former star of the DLSU Lady Spikers, with an MVP award for Women’s Volleyball under her belt from the 75th UAAP Season. During her term in DLSU, she did...

Vickie Rushton - Profile ('PBB All In')

Vickie Rushton, 21-year-old, Model, "Lady Mahinhin ng Bacolod" Half-Pinay, half-British Vickie Rushton is a Bacolod-based model who also wants to pursue a career as a Flight Attendant so she can travel. She joins beauty contests for the prize money and to make her visually impaired mother proud....

Jayme Jalandoni - Profile ('PBB All In')

Jayme Jalandoni, 23-year-old, Nurse, "Devoted Daughter ng Las Piñas" Jayme grew up in a conservative and religious family. She has two sisters and a brother. She’s very close to her mom but often consults her dad whenever she needs advise on anything. She loves to draw (mostly anime characters)...

Jacob Benedicto - Profile ('PBB All In')

Jacob Benedicto, 21-year-old, Theater Actor, "Cutie Crooner ng Parañaque" Because his father was an expat, Jacob grew up in Indonesia where he first discovered his gift of music. He was the drummer of a pre-teen band, one of the cool kids and enjoyed school life. When he came back to the Philippines,...

Cess Mae Visitacion - Profile ('PBB All In')

Cess Mae Visitacion, 23-year-old, Raketera, "Biba Raketera ng Valenzuela" Cess is the breadwinner of their family. Her dad is a tricycle driver while her mother is a housewife. She has two younger brothers, and she dreams of sending them to school some day. She’s a certified raketera who would take...

Chevin Klein Cecilio - Profile ('PBB All In')

Chevin Klein Cecilio, 22-year-old, Property Specialist, "Simpatikong Salesman ng CamSur" Chevin’s family story is that of riches to rags because of a failed business venture. He is supposed to be in his 1st year as an IT student in college, but didn’t pursue schooling anymore. He is now trying his...

Monday, April 28, 2014

Nichole Baranda - Profile ('PBB All In')

Nichole Baranda, 15-year-old, Student, "Sweet Revelation ng Makati" Nichole is the daughter of TV host and celebrity, Phoemela Baranda. She was raised by her lola whom she fondly called “Mommy La”, and didn’t become close to her mom until her grandmother passed away in 2009. She is a second year...

Axel Torres - Profile ('PBB All In')

Axel Torres, 19-year-old, Student, "Jock-Next-Door ng Taguig" Axel is the eldest of seven siblings. He and his brothers are both athletic scholars; definitely a big help in the family’s economic condition. In grade school and high school, he was part of the La Salle varsity team. When he reached...

Jane Oineza - Profile ('PBB All In')

Jane Oineza, 17-year-old, Actress, "Rising Celebriteen ng Quezon City" Jane is a teen actress whose television career started when she was just a toddler. After a couple of TV commercials, she was casted to play the young Istah in Marina and became a regular on Goin’ Bulilit. After graduating from...

Kantar Media National TV Ratings (Apr 25-27, 2014) - 'PBB All In' kick-off wins over rival show

The kick-off of "Pinoy Big Brother All In" was the third most-watched television program on Sunday, April 27, 2014. Based on Kantar Media's data, the ABS-CBN reality show tied with GMA-7's sitcom, "Pepito Manaloto: Ang Tunay Na Kuwento," with 20.5% national ratin...

Vice Ganda performs with 'Priscilla: Queen of the Desert' cast (VIDEO)

Vice Ganda performed with some of the cast of "Priscilla: Queen of the Desert - The Musical" last Sunday in "Gandang Gabi Vice." The musical kicks off May 9, 2014 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater at the Resorts World Manila in Pasay Cit...

Sunday, April 27, 2014

Jane Oineza enters 'Pinoy Big Brother' House as housemate ('PBB All In')

"Pinoy Big Brother All In" was set to premiere Sunday night but the viewers of "ASAP" got a surprise when the first two housemates of the reality show's fifth season were introduced on the variety show hours before the said premier...

Saturday, April 26, 2014

Peter Dinklage is big threat in 'X-Men: Days of Future Past'

Director Bryan Singer returns to the X-Men franchise, and blends the original cast with the First Class crew for an audacious, time travelling adventure in “X-Men: Days of Future Past” (3D) that will open in Philippine cinemas on May 21 nationwide. For years, the X-Men have faced many threats from...

Friday, April 25, 2014

Kiray tries outdoor activities in 'Matanglawin'

Watch Kiray Celis take on different challenges this Sunday (Apr 27) as she tries out outdoor activities that are sure hits for the whole family this summer in “Matanglawin.” Kiray wholeheartedly accepted Kuya Kim Atienza’s test, and attempts to finish an obstacle course as fast as she ca...

Ina Calalang-Ayala covers Metro Society Apr 2014

This month, Metro Society zooms in on the things that remain sacred when passed down from generation to generation throughout Manila society’s recognized families—from family recipes, art, fashion, architecture—and all the more the values and traditions that surround these elements to form and unique...

'Four Sisters and a Wedding' premieres on Cinema One this Sunday (Apr 27)

Filipino comedy-drama film “Four Sisters and a Wedding,” launched as part of Star Cinema’s 20th anniversary is finally reaching out to Pinoy families everywhere as it makes its Philippine television premiere this Sunday (April 27) on Cinema One. “Four Sisters and a Wedding” features Star Cinema’s...

Kim Chiu, Daniel Padilla, Luis Manzano, Angel Locsin throw birthday blowout in 'ASAP 19' this Sunday (Apr 27)

"ASAP 19" brings viewers four times the fun as it caps off the month of April with spectacular birthday bashes for April celebrants Daniel Padilla, Kim Chiu, Angel Locsin, and Luis Manzano this Sunday (April 27). Expect a bigger, grander, and more exciting show on the "ASAP" stage as Daniel headlines...

Thursday, April 24, 2014

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

'Mirabella' beats new rival program

ABS-CBN’s top-rating Primetime Bida drama series "Mirabella" won its time slot despite having a new rival program. According to data from Kantar Media last Monday (April 21), "Mirabella" scored a national TV rating of 20.5%, or almost 10 points higher than GMA’s latest series "My Love From the Star"...

Manila bids "May the 4th be with you" on Star Wars Day

The Philippines will join Star Wars fans all over the world (and galaxies far, far away) in celebrating Star Wars Day on May the 4th, 2014.  Everyone is encouraged to greet anyone, `May the 4th Be With You’ or don their favorite Star Wars costume, speak Yoda-ese, watch a Star Wars movie, hum John...

'PBB All In' premieres this Sunday (Apr 27)

An all-in package of exciting new experiences, twists, and surprises is set to engage viewers with the much-anticipated comeback of the phenomenal reality show “Pinoy Big Brother” this Sunday (April 27). The newest edition titled “PBB All In” will feature housemates aged 15 to 30 years old who will...

Kantar Media National TV Ratings (Apr 22, 2014) - "It's Showtime" continues to beat "Eat Bulaga!"

GMA-7's "Carmela" tied with ABS-CBN's "Be Careful With My Heart" at the sixth spot of the nationwide television ratings based on Kantar Media's data on Tuesday, April 22, 2014. The Marian Rivera and Alden Richards starrer was also the most-watched Kapuso program for that da...

Kantar Media National TV Ratings (Apr 15-21, 2014) - 'Mischievous Kiss' and 'My Love From The Star' toppled by competition

ABS-CBN programs defeated GMA-7's newest Koreanovelas that premiered on Monday. "Meteor Garden" (14.0%) won against "Mischievous Kiss Love In Tokyo" (7.2%), and "Mirabella" (20.5%) beat "My Love From The Star" (11.0%...

Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Monday, April 21, 2014

Deniece Cornejo, Cedric Lee gets non-bailable arrest warrants for serious illegal detention

Arrest warrants for model Deniece Cornejo, businessman Cedric Lee and three others were issued by the Taguig Regional Trial Court on Monday, April 21, 2014, in connection with the serious illegal detention case filed by actor-TV host Vhong Navarr...

Saturday, April 19, 2014

'Pinoy Big Brother' winners in 'ASAP 19' this Sunday (Apr 20)

End the Holy Week on a high note as “ASAP 19″ celebrates the spirit of Easter Sunday with exciting surprises and performances this Sunday (April 20). To make things more exciting, “ASAP 19″ celebrates the highly-anticipated return of the phenomenal reality show ‘Pinoy Big Brother,’ for its new season...

Thursday, April 17, 2014

Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Toni Gonzaga and John Lloyd Cruz's relationship threatened by Janus del Prado in 'Home Sweetie Home'

As a newly married couple, the relationship between the characters of John Lloyd Cruz and Toni Gonzaga on the hit sitcom “Home Sweetie Home” may still be at a shaky point during their first year together. Things get even more complicated when Julie’s (Toni Gonzaga) childhood friend John (Janus del...

ABS-CBN special programming for Holy Week - 'Dyesebel' and 'Ikaw Lamang' marathon on Black Saturday

In observance of the Lenten season, ABS-CBN presents a special Holy Week programming this Maundy Thursday (April 17), Good Friday (April 18) and Black Saturday (April 19). Among the featured shows are timely documentaries that will enrich and, at the same time, challenge the faith of Filipino Catholics;...

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Kantar Media National TV Ratings (Apr 14, 2014) - 'Dyesebel' still on top

"Dyesebel" is still the leading television program nationwide based on Kantar Media's data. The Kapamilya fantaserye starring Anne Curtis, Sam Milby and Gerald Anderson got 30.0% on Monday, April 14, 2014, followed by "Ikaw Lamang" with 26.6% and "TV Patrol" with 26.2...

Enrique Gil, Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla cover StarStudio Apr 2014

This summer, travel takes on a fun and youthful vibe as three of today’s hottest young stars share their best travel stories and tips as StarStudio presents its Celebrity Travel Special featuring Enrique Gil, Kathryn Bernardo, and Daniel Padilla. Now on its 14th anniversary and fresh from winning...

'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes' - New Photos Released

20th Century Fox releases the latest photos on über-ape Caesar, whose intelligence had been artificially enhanced in the previous worldwide blockbuster “Rise of the Planet of the Apes” and continues to be in dominion over humans in the upcoming post-apocalyptic movie “Dawn of The Planet of the Apes.” The...

Nicki Minaj, a vocal and fashion-forward assistant in 'The Other Woman'

Music industry’s most versatile talent, Nicki Minaj stars alongside Cameron Diaz, Leslie Mann, Kate Upton and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau in the upcoming estrogen-filled comedy “The Other Woman.” Minaj’s role channels a very vocal and fashion-forward assistant named Lydia who works for the stunning and...

Monday, April 14, 2014

Friday, April 11, 2014

'Experience' Daniel Padilla in mobile show for 30 days

Philippine showbiz’s Teen King Daniel Padilla will treat ABS-CBNmobile subscribers with a free 30-day mobile show dubbed as “Experience Daniel” that will premiere through the iWanTV application on April 20 (Sunday). Kapamilya fans will get to know more about DJ (Daniel’s nickname) through the all-original,...

Luigi D’Avola, Gianna Llanes, and Vieo Lopez win MYX VJ Search 2014

An intense series of challenges recently came to a close among twelve hopeful finalists who made it through to the MYX VJ Search this year. At the MYX VJ Search 2014 Finals, MYX finally declared that three of these twelve would become the newest VJs, namely Luigi D’Avola, Gianna Llanes, and Vieo...

'ASAP' airs best of the best episode with Lea Salonga and Anne Curtis this Sunday

After the historical airing of its 1000th episode last week, the country’s longest-running and award-winning musical variety show will give TV viewers an early Holy Week treat through its ‘best of the best’ episode this Sunday (April 13) to be led by Lea Salonga and Anne Curtis. Joining them in...

Thursday, April 10, 2014

Loyal viewers to become godparents of Baby Kambal in 'Be Careful With My Heart'

Loyal viewers of the country’s number one daytime TV program “Be Careful With My Heart” will get a chance to become godparents of Maya (Jodi Sta. Maria) and Ser Chief’s (Richard Yap) twins through the show’s ‘Name Our Babies’ promo. Amid growing anticipation for the delivery of ‘baby kambal,’ TV...

Atom Araullo shares tips on surviving robbery attacks in 'Red Alert'

Broadcast journalist Atom Araullo shows viewers what you should do when robbers suddenly barge into your homes this Friday (Apr 11) in “Red Alert.” Atom shares practical tips based on the real-life experience of the Delgado family, whose house was forcibly entered by armed men while they were peacefully...

'Wansapanataym' starring Sharlene San Pedro, Jairus Aquino and Francis Magundayao to end this Saturday

Kapamilya teen stars Sharlene San Pedro, Jairus Aquino, and Francis Magundayao will double up the fun and romance this Saturday (April 12) in the last episode of their “Wansapanataym” special, ‘Si Lulu at Si Lily Liit.’ As Dondie (Paul Salas) locks up Lily (Sharlene) in his home, Lulu (also portrayed...

Pokwang stars in 'Ms. Edsa Woolworth'

After winning international critical acclaim for her powerful performance in the drama, “A Mother’s Story”, which garnered 18 FAMAS nominations in 2012, actress-comedienne Pokwang was tapped anew by TFC@theMovies to star in its second film offering, Ms Edsa Woolworth. According to film director...

Heart Evangelista covers Metro April 2014

The sun is out and that fun, lighthearted vibe of a new season is finally here—and with this bright time of the year in full burst, it’s also time to let who you are shine this summer. This month, in celebration of its 25th anniversary, Metro presents its Ultimate Swimsuit and Summer Beauty Issue,...

"It's Showtime" presents life stories of 5 contestants in Lenten special

The hosts of the country’s number one noontime show “It’s Showtime” will venture into acting once again to inspire viewers in its Holy Week drama special that airs this Monday until Wednesday (April 14-16). On Monday, catch the life story of “Stars on 45” grand champion Haydee Manosca, to be portrayed...

ABS-CBN reports 25% increase in 2013 net income

ABS-CBN Corporation, the country’s leading media and entertainment company, reported a 25% increase in its net income for 2013 of PHP2.028 billion, compared to PHP1.618 billion for 2012. The company’s strong performance came on the back of a 15% rise in net revenues of PHP33.4 billion, compared to PHP28.9...

Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Patrizha Martinez deactivates most social media accounts to avoid bashers after cheating in 'Biggest Loser'

Patrizha Martinez said her only goal in joining The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition Doubles was not to win but just to lose weight. Martinez, along with her sister Cathy, was among the four contestants who voluntarily left the show as they admitted to cheatin...

'PBB All In' to hold final auditions at Araneta on April 15

Do you think you have what it takes to be the next Big Winner of “Pinoy Big Brother”? Due to insistent public demand, ABS-CBN gives aspiring housemates one last chance to join the phenomenal reality show via its final auditions that will be held on Tuesday (April 15), 7AM at the Araneta Coliseum...

Empress and Joey Marquez, new love team for 'MMK' (VIDEO)

Young actress Empress and seasoned actor Joey Marquez will team up this Saturday (April 12) to portray the roles of lovers, Jhenny and Ernesto in ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya.” Despite her family’s dismay over her May-December love affair with Ernesto, Jhenny takes the risk of continuing her relationship...

Kris Aquino and James Yap pose for family picture at Bimby's 7th birthday party

Kris Aquino took to Instagram on Tuesday to post a photo of herself with former husband James Yap and their child Bimby during his early 7th birthday celebration. Also in the photo was Joshua, her older child with actor Phillip Salvado...

Tuesday, April 8, 2014

Tado's wife Lei Jimenez still struggling to get family's life back on track

Two months after comedian and political activist Arvin “Tado” Jimenez died in a bus accident on his way to Bontoc, Mountain Province, wife Lei Jimenez confesses that she is still struggling to get her family’s life back on track. “I don’t know how to start again. Every time I wake up, I feel a weight...