Saturday, May 31, 2014

Thursday, May 29, 2014

Lea Salonga volunteers to sing at Sarah Geronimo's wedding

A young artist who performs at weddings, birthday parties, and funerals will move coach Sarah Geronimo to tears in the continuation of the Blind Auditions of the top-rating and Twitter-trending “The Voice Kids” this weekend (May 31 and June 1).

The Voice Kids

Coach Sarah became so emotional after the said artist’s performance that coach Lea Salonga made a promise to sing at the pop star’s wedding in the future.

Toni Gonzaga and John Lloyd Cruz encounters more financial problems in 'Home Sweetie Home'

For the past few weeks, financial issues have created a lot of problems for newlyweds Romeo (John Lloyd Cruz) and Julie (Toni Gonzaga) on the hit ABS-CBN sitcom “Home Sweetie Home.”

Home Sweetie Home

This Saturday (May 31), yet another problem is set to arise, with the root and cause being money once again.

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Claudine Barretto proves she is telling the truth

Only days after she revealed the order for warrant of arrest for her estranged husband Raymart Santiago on Instagram, Claudine Barretto took to the photo sharing website again on Wednesday to reveal the report of Marban Security & Investigation Agency regarding the gunshots that was heard earlier this month in the area where she and her two kids reside.

Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Ed Sheeran writes song for 'The Fault In Our Stars'

John Green’s global bestseller struck a chord not only with young adults, but with readers of all ages, when it came out in 2012. The film, starring Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort is equally compelling, bringing Green’s indelible characters to life on screen. It tells the story of Hazel Grace Lancaster (Woodley) and Gus Waters (Elgort), who are immediately drawn to each other when they meet at a cancer support group. Friendship and a shared sense of humor turn into something much deeper for the pair and we are swept along on their extraordinary journey as they embark on a quest that takes them thousands of miles away from home, to Amsterdam.

Ostensibly centered on two teenagers with cancer, at its heart “The Fault In Our Stars” is moving, funny and upbeat, about the joys and heartache of first love. In short, the film is an insightful celebration of life. There is powerful chemistry between the two stars of the film. Directed by Josh Boone (“Stuck In Love”), the consummate supporting cast includes Laura Dern, Sam Trammell, Nat Wolff and Willem Dafoe.


The British musician Ed Sheeran whose music videos in YouTube and songs are widely followed and anticipated, watched an early version of “The Fault In Our Stars” and was immediately inspired and affected by the remarkable movie. Sheeran signed on to write a song for the film: ‘All Of The Stars’.

Kantar Media National TV Ratings (May 23-26, 2014) - 'The Voice Kids' rules weekend, 'Carmela' finale fails to beat 'Ikaw Lamang'

The finale of "Carmela" starring Marian Rivera might have been the most-watched GMA-7 program on Friday, May 23, 2014, with 16.4% national rating, but it wasn't able to beat its rival program, ABS-CBN's "Ikaw Lamang," which was the overall number one that day with 33.1%.

Axel Torres prayed for eviction to save Aina Solano

Evicted housemate Axel Torres revealed that his family and friends were shocked when his name was announced as the one who got the least viewers' votes during the "Pinoy Big Brother All In" second eviction night last Saturday.

Uratex owner featured in 'My Puhunan'

Broadcast journalist Karen Davila features the inspiring story of a former factory worker who worked hard, found her own luck, and became a billionaire and owner of the country’s largest foam factory this Wednesday (May 28) in “My Puhunan.”

My Puhunan

Seventy-year-old Natividad Cheng, the owner of “Uratex” that produces different kinds of mattresses and furniture, did not finish college and, like her husband, struggled to provide for their family when they toiled in low-wage factory jobs.

'The Voice Kids' premieres on top

Filipinos nationwide tuned in to the much-awaited premiere telecast of “The Voice Kids” and watched the first batch of young artists woo coaches Sarah Geronimo, Bamboo, and Lea Salonga in the show’s Blind Auditions.

The Voice Kids

According to data from Kantar Media, “The Voice Kids” topped the list of the most watched programs last weekend. On Saturday (May 24), it recorded a national TV rating of 33.3%, or 21 points higher than GMA’s “Vampire Ang Daddy Ko,” which only got 11.9%. It also hit a national TV rating of 35.8% last Sunday (May 25), crushing rival program “Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho” (15.8%).

Monday, May 26, 2014

'Sana Bukas Pa Ang Kahapon' - Teaser (VIDEO)

ABS-CBN has released the teaser for "Sana Bukas Pa Ang Kahapon" which will be topbilled by Bea Alonzo.


The one-minute and forty-five-second video reveals the main cast of the drama series that also includes Paulo Avelino, Susan Roces, Anita Linda, Albert Martinez, Eddie Garcia, Dina Bonnevie, Maricar Reyes and Tonton Gutierrez.

'X-Men: Days of Future Past' earns P175-M on opening weekend

It was an epic battle that waged epic receipts at the Philippine box-office as the biggest ensemble in the X-Men universe, “X-Men: Days of Future Past” bowed at number 1 in the Philippine Box-office on its opening weekend (May 21 – 25) with P175 million haul from almost 400 screens nationwide.

X-Men: Days of Future Past

Helmed by Brian Singer, “X-Men: Days of Future Past” has dominated the local market with about 84% over-all market share and is now the Biggest Fox Film to open this year so far. Likewise, the movie is now the Biggest Opening Weekend for a Fox film all-time and the Biggest Opening Weekend for the franchise.

ABS-CBN Sports+Action Station ID 'Ito Ang Ating Sandali' (VIDEO)

ABS-CBN Sports+Action magnifies through sports the fighting spirit every Filipino possesses in its newest station ID which premiered Saturday (May 24) on “It’s Showtime.”

ABS-CBN Sports+Action

Pinoys are known for their resiliency despite adversity and willingness to step up when needed. This is most often epitomized in the sports featured in the channel’s station ID.

'Be Careful With My Heart' conquers Malaysia and Vietnam

The Philippines’ number one daytime drama series “Be Careful with My Heart” is now a certified southeast Asian phenomenon in two countries as it continues to captivate viewers from Malaysia and Vietnam with its light, feel good love story.

Be Careful With My Heart

The well-loved family series currently enjoys an average of 1.6 million viewers in Malaysia everyday via Media Prima, which is considerably high for a foreign content airing on Malaysian free TV.

Sunday, May 25, 2014

Saturday, May 24, 2014

'PBB All In' 2nd Eviction Night Results - Axel Torres is evicted

The second eviction night for "Pinoy Big Brother All In" happened on Saturday, May 24, 2014, four weeks after the housemates entered the famous PBB House.


The second nomination night happened last Saturday, May 10, revealing the names of Michele Gumabao and Aina Solano as nominees in addition to Axel Torres and Manolo Pedrosa who were automatically nominated due to violations as revealed during the first eviction night.

Lee Min Ho returns to Philippine TV as an illegitimate child in 'The Heirs'

Lee Min Ho marks his return on Philippine television via the much-awaited Korean drama “The Heirs” premiering this Monday (May 26) on ABS-CBN.

The Heirs

Dubbed as “The Best in Asia,” “The Heirs” stars Philippines’ King of Asianovelas Min Ho, who was loved by Filipinos in “Boys Over Flowers” and “City Hunter,” together with one of Korea’s hottest leading ladies, Park Shin-Hye, who also endeared viewers for her portrayals in “He’s Beautiful” and “Heartstrings.”

New loveteams entertain afternoon viewers in 'Moon of Desire'

There’s a new loveteam on afternoon television that has captivated viewers not just because of their on-screen chemistry, but also because of their comic timing and wit.

Moon of Desire

This is the tandem of Tilda and Nolan, fondly called ‘TiNola’ (combined names of Tilda and Nolan) by netizens, played by Beauty Gonzales and Franco Daza in the hit afternoon series “Moon of Desire.”

'Mirabella' sets new all-time high TV rating

ABS-CBN’s top-rating and Twitter-trending fantasy series “Mirabella” has reached an all-time high national TV rating of 22.6% last Thursday (May 22).

Mirabella

Based on data from Kantar Media, the episode that featured the confrontation between Mira (Julia Barretto) and Iris (Mika dela Cruz) scored almost nine points higher than its rival program on GMA, “My Love From The Star” (13.9%).

Kantar Media National TV Ratings (May 21-22, 2014) - 'Carmela' fails to beat 'Ikaw Lamang'

GMA-7's Carmela, which stars Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian Rivera, was unable to rank higher in the national television ratings on its third and second to the last episode. The drama series was on the 10th spot on Wednesday and Thursday, May 21-22, 2014, with 13.8% and 14.9% national rating respectively, failing to beat its rival program, ABS-CBN's "Ikaw Lamang," which was the most-watched on Wednesday and on the second spot on Thursday.

Thursday, May 22, 2014

'Red Alert' features house emergencies

Broadcast journalist Atom Araullo probes on common household accidents and teaches you immediate aid you can apply to victims this Friday (May 23) in “Red Alert.”

Red Alert

Find out what to do in case someone falls off the stairs or slips on the floor. How do you handle a victim who seems to have a bone fracture?

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

ABS-CBN to air Donaire's 'Featherweight Fury' fight

Nonito “The Filipino Flash” Donaire Jr. will showcase an improved and more focused version of himself as ABS-CBN airs the special telecast of Top Rank Promotion’s “Featherweight Fury” event held in Cotai Arena at The Venetian Macao-Resort-Hotel on Sunday (June 1) at 10:15 AM.

Featherweight Fury

Donaire (32-2) will challenge World Boxing Association (WBA) featherweight champion Simpiwe “V12” Vetyeka (26-2) to co-headline three featherweight title fights in the return of Top Rank to Macao.

Ariella Arida, Kris Janson, Fabio Ide and Brent Javier to heat up 'The Singing Bee'

Miss Universe 2013 3rd runner up Ariella Arida, Binibining Pilipinas–Intercontinental 2014 Kris Janson, and hunk models Fabio Ide and Brent Javier will heat up viewers’ mornings this Thursday (May 22) in “The Singing Bee.”

The Singing Bee

The four have already conquered the ramp, but do they also have what it takes to show off their lyrics guessing skills? To ease the tension, Ariella, Kris, Fabio, and Brent give sample performances before the clash between them starts.

'Wansapantaym' moved to new timeslot

Beginning May 25, ABS-CBN’s award-winning fantasy-drama anthology “Wansapanataym” will air on its new schedule every Sunday, 6:45pm.

Wansapanataym

And this Sunday, in the continuation of “Wansapanataym Presents My Guardian Angel,” the relationship of the characters of Andrea Brillantes and Raikko Mateo becomes more complicated after Ylia (Andrea) discovers that Kiko (Raikko) has super powers.

Xian Lim excited and emotional with new album, 'XL2'

Xian Lim releases his sophomore album titled "XL2" under Star Records. The new album features three of his original compositions.

Xian Lim 2nd album cover

“My second album is extra special and literally too personal because it carries three of my original songs,” said Xian, who launched his singing career on 2012 via his certified gold record, “So It’s You.”

Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Monday, May 19, 2014

Michele Gumabao and Aina Solano join Axel Torres and Manolo Pedrosa in the second set of nominees (PBB All In)

Axel Torres, Manolo Pedrosa, Aina Solano and Michele Gumabao are the four housemates that make up the second set of "Pinoy Big Brother All In" nominees.

ABS-CBN releases statement on Korina Sanchez being in Luy's list

Korina Sanchez has sufficiently denied receiving any gift of any form from Janet Napoles or any of her representatives.  We in ABS-CBN believe that the allegation that came out in the Philippine Daily Inquirer was baseless and unsupported. The sworn statement of the person named to have allegedly brought the gift to Korina had also denied participation in this alleged gift-giving.

Sunday, May 18, 2014

Saturday, May 17, 2014

Friday, May 16, 2014

'The Voice Kids' premieres May 24

Meet the kids behind the big and unique voices who are ready to make their dreams come true in the highly anticipated premiere of the ultimate singing-reality search “The Voice Kids” this May 24 on ABS-CBN.

The Voice Kids

Expect the same tension in the battle for vocal supremacy as returning coaches Popstar Royalty Sarah Geronimo, Rock Superstar Bamboo, and Broadway Diva Lea Salonga find the best voices of Filipino kids aged eight to 14. Like the other international versions of “The Voice Kids,” only three coaches will sit in the red swivel chairs and select the artists they want to mentor just by listening to the aspirant’s singing voice in the Blind Auditions.

Sci-fi adventure as big as the universe awaits moviegoers in 'Earth To Echo', showing July 9

Relativity Media has debuted a new poster for "Earth to Echo," which reveals the mysterious alien being at the heart of this family friendly sci-fi adventure.


Paying homage to the Amblin hits of the 80s, such as E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial and Batteries Not Included, the story follows a group of best friends who begin receiving encoded messages on their cell phones after a construction project begins digging in their neighborhood.

Ancient tale of creation explored in 'Jinn'

"Jinn," a rare ancient tale known to over 1 billion people around the world, involves supernatural entities and revolves around creation mythology: In the beginning, three were created; man made of clay; angels made of light; and a third...made of fire. They are powerful due to their existence in a parallel world, and also because they have free will and can be both good and evil.


Shawn (Dominic Rains, "Flight 93"), an automotive designer, enjoys an idyllic life with his new wife Jasmine (Serinda Swan, USA’s "Graceland") until it is interrupted by a cryptic message. The message warns of imminent danger and a curse that has afflicted his family for generations. Having lost his parents as a child, Shawn doesn’t believe this unsettling revelation of his past….until strange things start to happen.

Witness the power of young love in 'The Fault In Our Stars', showing June 5

“The Fault In Our Stars,” this generation’s widely read story of love and its infinities from scribe John Green will finally unfold on the big screen on June 5 in the Philippines from 20th  Century Fox.   The “The Fault In Our Stars” celebrates the power of young love in all its magic, power and complexity.

The Fault In Our Stars

The film follows Hazel and Gus, played by today’s well-loved pair – Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort, as their relationship develops from their first meeting at a cancer support group until the time they set off on a surprising and exciting journey to Amsterdam.

Sarah Geronimo, Angeline Quinto in 'Cheche Lazaro Presents'

Broadcast journalist Cheche Lazaro steps into the world of music to probe what make Filipinos great musical talents by featuring different faces of Pinoy musicians in the documentary “Cheche Lazaro Presents: Pinoy Hits” airing this Sunday (May 18).

Cheche Lazaro Presents

Outside the boxing ring and the bowling alley, there is one arena where Filipinos have never failed to impress — the stage. Why is music inseparably linked to the Filipino psyche? What make them capture the international music scene?

Thursday, May 15, 2014

Judy Ann Santos celebrates birthday on 'Bet On Your Baby' season finale

After eight successful months of bringing smiles to the country, top-rating game show “Bet On Your Baby” will be throwing a huge double celebration this Saturday (May 17) as it airs its season finale as a birthday celebration for host and certified television queen Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo.

Bet On Your Baby

“Bet On Your Baby” will be taking a break for now in order to make way for ABS-CBN’s new line-up of programs and for Judy Ann’s upcoming projects, one of which is a movie that’s just about to enter its shooting stage.

Andrea Brillantes jealous of Raikko Mateo

The sibling rivalry between the characters of Andrea Brillantes and Raikko Mateo will heat up this Saturday (May 17) in the continuation of their “Wansapanataym” special titled ‘My Guardian Angel.’

Wansapanataym

Because of the special attention given by Mommy Carol (Mylene Dizon) to Kiko (Raikko), Ylia (Andrea) is determined to ruin the good image of her adopted brother.

Julia Barretto: Beauty is the best revenge

“Mirabella” lead star Julia Barretto encourages young TV viewers to keep a positive outlook despite all adversities and cynicism.


“We should always be positive even if other people are trying to bring us down. Because when we focus on the good things that are happening in our lives, our true beauty radiates from within, and that is our best revenge!” said Julia who is portraying the role of Mira and her mysterious alter ego Bella.

Wednesday, May 14, 2014

Donaire recalls being bullied, Pangilinan talks about new appointment in 'Tapatan Ni Tunying'

Boxer Nonito “The Filipino Flash” Donaire, Jr. admits he suffered from childhood bullying and having asthma before he became a world-class fighter.

Tapatan Ni Tunying

“When I went to the US, I didn’t know how to speak in English. I was a small and thin boy. So I was the target of every bully in the playground,” Donaire recalls in “Tapatan Ni Tunying” airing this Thursday (May 15).

'PBB All In' to welcome hot male celebrity housemate on Sunday

Back-to-back surprises are in store for “Pinoy Big Brother All In” followers as Korean international star Sandara Park visits and a new housemate enters the famous “PBB” house this week.

PBB All In

Sandara will be guesting live in “PBB All In Uber” with hosts Bianca Gonzalez, John Prats, at Robi Domingo on Thursday (May 15) and will also be getting into the PBB house for a special task.

ABS-CBN chairman Gabby Lopez honored with KBP Lifetime Achievement Award

ABS-CBN chairman Eugenio “Gabby” Lopez III received the highest honor in this year’s 22nd Golden Dove Awards as the Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas recognized him with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to the broadcast industry and how he took the lead in changing ABS-CBN’s business strategies for the benefit of its viewers.


“Our consumers have changed. They now have the power to choose how and when they would consume our content. From being a broadcast mass media company, we are now driving our revolution to become a consumer company that engages with each customer on an individual basis. We change because that is how we can best serve the Filipino,” said Lopez in his acceptance speech read by ABS-CBN Publishing CEO Ernie Lopez at the awards ceremony.

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

37th Gawad Urian to be hosted by Piolo Pascual and Bianca Gonzales

All is set for the night to honor and celebrate cinematic excellence, as the highly-anticipated ceremony for the 37th Gawad Urian fast approaches.


Happening on June 17, the Gawad Urian is considered the most prestigious film award-giving body in the country, which has shaped cinematic history over the years. This annual ceremony is held in light of a partnership formed between the oldest and most respected film awards institution in the country, the Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino, and Cinema One, the Philippines’ number one cable channel.

Gretchen Barretto issues statement regarding Claudine's 'Buzz Ng Bayan' interview

Gretchen Barretto is currently in Thailand but she issued a statement regarding her estranged sister Claudine's interview that aired in "Buzz Ng Bayan" on Sunday. It was despite Claudine's plea for Gretchen to stop answering any questions regarding her because she doesn't want for them to be affiliated anymore.

Monday, May 12, 2014

Angelica Panganiban, Carlo Aquino reunite in 'Maalaala Mo Kaya'

Former reel, and real-life sweethearts Angelica Panganiban and Carlo Aquino will work together again via ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya.”

Maalaala Mo Kaya

In the upcoming heavy drama episode on May 17 (Saturday), Angelica will play the role of Susan, a married woman who will fall in love with Andres (to be portrayed by Carlo), the younger brother of her husband.

Former Viva Hotbabes Jennifer Lee's multiple businesses featured in 'My Puhunan'

Jennifer Lee got her first taste of fame as a member of former sexy girl group Viva Hot Babes. Now she is making a name for herself as an entrepreneur with shopping and food businesses.

My Puhunan

This Wednesday (May 14) in “My Puhunan,” broadcast journalist Karen Davila reveals the story and inspiration behind Jennifer’s “Lee Luxe,” an online shop that sells original luxury bags, “Lee Couture Shop,” a boutique with imported clothes and accessories, and “Moonshine,” a fine dining restaurant.

'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes' - New Trailer Revealed (VIDEO)

20th Century Fox has just revealed the latest hair-raising trailer of “Dawn of The Planet of the Apes” where the apes have risen to become the stronger species and man is fighting to stop their increasing dominion over Earth.


The movie takes place 10 years after the “Rise of the Planet of the Apes.” Directed by Matt Reeves, “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes” takes man on an all-out war against the primates on who will finally inherit the earth.

Catch Evan Peters as Quicksilver in 'X-Men: Days of Future Past'

“X-Men: Days of Future Past”  features more mutants than have ever been on screen together before for a massive adventure launching us from an apocalyptic future back into the world of the First Class team. In Days of Future Past, a years-long world conflict between humans and mutants has taken its toll on their numbers, and now a scant few remain, including Professor Charles Xavier (Patrick Stewart), Erik “Magneto” Lehnsherr (Ian McKellen), Kitty Pryde (Ellen Page), and Wolverine (Hugh Jackman). Driven to near extinction by the technological terrors unleashed by Bolivar Trask (Peter Dinklage), the team forms a desperate plan: time travel.

Using Kitty Pryde’s powers, Wolverine’s consciousness will be sent back into his younger self in the 1970s, where he’ll have to track down and help the First Class versions of the characters in order to stop Trask. But that will be even harder than it sounds, as in this era, the X-Men team is just as disparate, with Professor Xavier (James McAvoy) and the rest either at odds or in a low ebb. Can the younger versions of the mutants save their future?

X-Men: Days of Future Past

Going back in time to prevent the mutants’ annihilation in the future, Logan aka Wolverine, Hank McCoy aka Beast and Charles Xavier/Prof. X employs the help of a young hiding mutant named as Peter Maximoff who later will be known as Quicksilver to bring Erik Lensherr aka Magneto out of the most secured prison built after being accused in the assassination of John F. Kennedy. Faster than the speed of sound and light, this fast moving mercury marvel successfully led the young Magneto out of prison to help mutants stop the Sentinel program and save both human and mutantkind.

Marjorie Barretto to kids: "I will love you equally and unconditionally"

Marjorie Barretto posted a photo of herself with kids on Instagram a few minutes past Mother's Day.

It was also only hours after the interview of Claudine Barretto aired on "Buzz Ng Bayan" where she talked about their family feud and stated that it was Marjorie she hated the most.


The above photo of Marjorie with her kids Daniella, Julia, Claudia and Leon was captioned with:

"My children..I promise to be the best Mom in the world for all of you, I will protect you with all my might, and I will never speak ill of any one of you no matter what. I will never do anything to cause division in our family, I will only promote peace when there will be misunderstandings. I will love each of you equally and unconditionally. Thank you Lord for my children... My life."

Her message about not doing anything to cause division in their family seemed to be in contrast with what her own mother did.

During the height of the Barretto sisters' word war on the social media, Inday Barretto took the side of Claudine over Marjorie and Gretchen's.

In Claudine's "Buzz Ng Bayan" interview, she said that she hates Marjorie the most as she prohibited the younger Barretto from seeing her nieces.

"Sa lahat lahat ng tao, kay Marjorie ako pinakagalit kasi pinag-away kami ni Gretchen. I said some painful things to my sister which I will forever regret. I always made life easy for my sister, for Marjorie. But she killed me the day na tinanggal niya 'yung karapatan ko to see my nieces na pinalaki ko. Nakalimutan niya ako, 'yung ako talaga," Claudine said.

Meanwhile, in a statement sent to the same showbiz talk show, Marjorie belied Claudine's words.

"Claudine, you never borrowed my children. You never even tried or called them. I never deprived you of seeing my children. Never. Please don’t claim to love my children when not too long ago, you tried to hard to destroy them," she said.

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Sunday, May 11, 2014

Roads less traveled in Vault May 2014

Vault, the luxury lifestyle magazine of ABS-CBN Publishing, takes the roads less traveled to places few luxury travelers dare venture to give its annual travel issue a spin.


Explore some favorite cities in Europe to see how ancient neighborhoods continue to evolve amidst the polarizing effects of immigration and gentrification. Take a walk on the side streets of the Marais in Paris as Vault takes readers to the where homegrown fashion brands are incubated. Fly to Geneva where renewed global interest in Switzerland’s mechanical watch industry is attracting a new breed of travelers to this fascinating international city. Also in the itinerary is Spain where the best cuisine is found and the where Vault traces some traditional dishes to their origins as peasant food in farms on the Catalan coast.

Wildcard finalist John Raspado is 'I Am PoGay' winner

Wildcard finalist John Raspado of Baguio City was hailed as the first-ever grand winner of “It’s Showtime’s” beauty pageant for gay men, “I Am PoGay,” beating 22 other finalists during its grand finals on “It’s Showtime” Saturday (May 10).

It's Showtime

John won P300,000 and also won the “Brusko ‘Day” award for being the most manly-looking finalist. He made a mark on the judges during the question-and-answer portion, where all the Top 5 finalists were asked what a blank white photo meant to them.

Saturday, May 10, 2014

Director Dean DeBlois at the helm of 'How To Train Your Dragon 2'

In 2010, the Oscar nominated hit from DreamWorks Animation, “How To Train Your Dragon” became a global phenomenon. Audiences were captivated by the story of Hiccup and his Night Fury dragon, Toothless. At the end of the last film, Hiccup had brought peace to Berk and at the outset of the fantastic new adventure; Vikings are no longer slaying dragons; tolerance and trust have replaced prejudice and fear.


Hiccup and Toothless will soon be seen again in “How To Train Your Dragon 2” in 3D when in opens in local cinemas on June 11.

Liam Neeson's dangerous affair with the 'Third Person'

From Paul Haggis, director of Oscar winning film “Crash,” comes “Third Person” starring a powerhouse cast led by Liam Neeson, Olivia Wilde, Kim Basinger, Adrien Brody, Mila Kunis, James Franco and Moran Atias that tells three stories of love, passion, trust and betrayal.

Third Person cast

The idea for “Third Person” started within days of finishing shooting The Next Three Days, Haggis’s last film.  It began with a series of conversations between Paul and actress Moran Atias, who suggested Paul should write a multi-plotline film about love and relationships. Shared stories and painful and joyous anecdotes about love and relationships turned into fiction over the next months as the characters took form and the stories slowly found shape.  Paul found this the most challenging of his screenplays “because I wrote it all wrong, from the inside out.  I let the characters tell me where the story was going, and often they just wouldn’t speak to me – or worse, they lied to me” he said with a wry smile.

Friday, May 9, 2014

Anne Curtis launches 'Dyesebel' soundtrack in "ASAP's" Mother's Day episode

"ASAP 19" celebrates Mother’s Day with all the best treats for moms all around the world this Sunday (May 11).

ASAP

Loving mothers will surely enjoy their day even more with surprise treats from Philippine Concert Sweetheart Anne Curtis as she launches the official soundtrack of top-rating Primetime drama series “Dyesebel” and gives everyone a sneak peak of her upcoming concert “The Forbidden Concert: Round 2: Annekapal.” It will be followed by the heart-melting serenade from Kapamilya heartthrobs Piolo Pascual, Gerald Anderson, Xian Lim, and JC de Vera.

23 good-looking heartthrobs clash in week-long 'I Am PoGay' finals

Twenty three good-looking and talented gay heartthrobs have started battling it out in the week-long grand finals of “I Am PoGay” for a slot at the pageant’s much-anticipated finale this Saturday (May 10) in “It’s Showtime.”

It's Showtime

From these 23 finalists, ten will be selected by judges Lani Misalucha, Richard Gomez, and host Jhong Hilario to qualify for another tough talent showdown. On Saturday, watch out for two surprise judges who will be joining Lani, Richard, and Jhong on the panel.

Pinoy Big Brother gives viewers the power to nominate housemates

Viewers should tune in to “Pinoy Big Brother All In” to get to know more about the housemates because for the very first time in the history of “PBB,” viewers get to decide who will remain and who will be kicked out of the famous house.


This means that Big Brother is giving viewers the power to nominate the housemates they want for eviction. To vote to nominate, just text BBNname of housemate and send it to 2331 for Globe, TM, and ABS-CBNmobile subscribers, and to 231 for Smart and Talk ‘N Text subscribers. A SIM may cast only 30 votes per day.

Daniel Padilla promises to continue making fans happy

Star Records has released Teen King Daniel Padilla’s third album titled “I Heart You.” It contains eleven songs that will surely make KathNiel (Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel) fans love him more. Included in the track list are “Sana S’ya Na,” “With A Smile,” “Ewan,” “Everything,” “Sa Aking Piling,” “It Might Be You,” “Langit Na Naman,” “Walang Iba,” “In My Life,” “Next In Line,” and the carrier single “I Heart You.”


Daniel’s “I Heart You” album is now available in record bars nationwide for only P299. The tracks can also be downloaded via iTunes, www.amazon.com, www.mymusicstore.com.ph and www.starmusic.ph.

Toni Gonzaga has new leading man

Marriage often changes people. Women, in particular, become different versions of themselves—particularly when it comes to how they look.

Home Sweetie Home

In the case of Julie (Toni Gonzaga) in the ABS-CBN sitcom “Home Sweetie Home,” how she looks when she is around her husband, Romeo (John Lloyd Cruz), is no longer an issue.

Julia Montes nervous during love scene with Coco Martin

Kapamilya actress Julia Montes reveals that she got tensed before shooting her first ever ‘love scene’ with Teleserye King Coco Martin in ABS-CBN’s master teleserye “Ikaw Lamang.”

Ikaw Lamang

“I was really nervous when we did Samuel and Mona’s love scene because I’ve never done something like that before. But were able to do it beautifully with the help of Coco, who was such a gentleman, and our directors,” said Julia who portrays the role of Mona, a young woman who is deeply in love with her childhood friend Samuel (Coco).

Phoemela Baranda cries, admits she and Nichole still has a lot to talk about

Nichole Baranda's photo, where she flashes her middle finger on the camera, trended on Twitter when she entered the Pinoy Big Brother house during the pilot episode of the reality show's fifth season on April 27.

Shailene Woodley honored to be part of 'The Fault In Our Stars'

In less than a month, the world’s most anticipated love story from the worldwide tearjerker book of the same title – “The Fault In Our Stars” will finally open in Philippine cinemas on June 5.


Already marked on everyone’s calendar who had been touched, moved and affected by the young adult bestselling novel by John Green, June 5 marks the larger-than-life infinites of Hazel and Gus’ (played by Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort) on the big screen.

Thursday, May 8, 2014

Tado's wife and kid featured on Mother's Day episode of 'Bet On Your Baby'

This Mother’s Day, the country’s cutest game show eagerly opens its doors to Lei Jimenez and her daughter Tila, the family of the well-loved comedian Arvin Jimenez, popularly known as Tado, who recently passed away in a road accident.

Bet On Your Baby

Despite all that has happened to Lei and Tila over the past months, the two are to join “Bet On Your Baby” this Saturday (May 10) with an undefeated sense of hope and an even greater sense of love and admiration for the husband and father.

"It's Showtime" to hold "I Am PoGay" finals on Saturday (May 10)

Twenty three good-looking and talented gay heartthrobs have started battling it out in the week-long grand finals of “I Am PoGay” for a slot at the pageant’s much-anticipated finale this Saturday (May 10) in “It’s Showtime.”

It's Showtime

From these 23 finalists, ten will be selected by judges Lani Misalucha, Richard Gomez, and host Jhong Hilario to qualify for another tough talent showdown. On Saturday, watch out for two surprise judges who will be joining Lani, Richard, and Jhong on the panel.

Hugh Jackman: Binding the past and future days of X-Men

With his near-impervious Adamantium-bonded bones and his remarkable ability to heal, Wolverine has, over the years, become one of the best-loved heroes in the X-Men films and one of the most iconic superheroes to make the leap from comics to the big screen. In 20th Century Fox latest “X-Men: Days of Future Past,” he’ll be tested to the limit as his consciousness is sent back through time to help his friends stop one of the most dangerous threats they’ve faced yet.

Wolverine

Directed by Bryan Singer, the movie sees Hugh Jackman’s Logan/Wolverine as the tie that binds the days of future and past.  Jackman has played the character of Wolverine seven times over 14 years, which he describes as an “incredible and rare gift.”  It is the character that has defined his career, but has never limited him as an actor.  Jackman knows Wolverine better than anyone, and he describes Logan’s return to the X-Men universe as a “rebirth.”