Sunday, August 31, 2014

Saturday, August 30, 2014

ABS-CBN bags Gold Stevie Award at International Business Awards

After winning at the Asia Pacific Stevie Awards, ABS-CBN Corporation won the Gold Stevie Award in the Company of the Year – Media & Entertainment category at the 11th Annual International Business Awards. The awards night will be held in Paris, France on October 10. Because of this win, ABS-CBN,...

Friday, August 29, 2014

'PBB All In' Big 4 leads most explosive party in 'ASAP 19' this Sunday (Aug 31)

“Pinoy Big Brother All In” Big Winner Daniel Matsunaga leads the most explosive party in “ASAP 19” this Sunday (August 31) as he takes on the center stage with fellow ex-housemates Maris Racal, Jane Oineza and Vickie Rushton. Join the biggest celebration this Sunday as concert royalties Billy Crawford,...

Tom Hardy leads internationally acclaimed cast in 'The Dop' (Trailer)

The discovery of an abandoned and abused puppy leads a lonely bartender out of his constricted world in "The Drop," a riveting journey through a rarely seen side of working-class Brooklyn. The first film written by best-selling author Dennis Lehane, "The Drop" sets an unusual love story against the...

'Pure Love' hits all-time high rating

Primetime TV’s newest sensation, “Pure Love,” starring Alex Gonzaga, Arjo Atayde, Yen Santos, Joseph Marco, Matt Evans, Yam Concepcion, Arron Villaflor and Ana Luna, reaches a new milestone as it hit its highest national TV rating since it premiered in July. Based on data from Kantar Media last...

'I Do' hosted by Judy Ann Santos premieres this Saturday (Aug 30)

The nine couples of “I Do” are set to face the first-ever challenge that will test their respective relationships in the newest realiserye that premieres on Saturday (August 30) on ABS-CBN. In order to make the couples evaluate their relationship, host and council member Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo...

Thursday, August 28, 2014

Jane Oineza talks about new teleserye she will star in with Loisa Andalio and Joshua Garcia (VIDEO)

Jane Oineza was not allowed to say the title of her teleserye yet, but revealed that members of the cast include her "Pinoy Big Brother All In" housemates Loisa Andalio and Joshua Garcia whom she had a "love triangle" with inside the famous yellow hous...

'Mutya ng Masa' launches 'Mutya of the Universe' contest for female housemaids, audition details revealed

ABS-CBN current affairs program “Mutya ng Masa” will hold a search for the “Best Kasambahay” to pay tribute to talented and dedicated ‘super kasambahays” and make them happy. Exciting prizes await the “Mutya of the Universe,” who will be selected from the 30 candidates who will fight for the ti...

James Reid to walk Cosmo Bachelor Bash 2014 runway

The fans of James Reid will surely be overjoyed as the 21-year-old actor recently revealed that he is walking the Cosmo Bachelor Bash runway this year. James has appeared shirtless both in "Diary Ng Panget" and "Talk Back And You're Dead," his two hit movies with love team Nadine Lustre. He's also...

Wednesday, August 27, 2014

'PBB All In' twins Fourth and Fifth Pagotan land roles in upcoming series, to star alongside Gerald Anderson, Shaina Magdayao

Twins Fourth and Fifth Pagotan's stay inside the PBB house might have been short, but they are surely two of the lucky ones among their batch as they have been cast in an upcoming series only days after "Pinoy Big Brother All In" ende...

Nash Aguas, Alexa Ilacad and Gimme 5 topbill new 'Wansapanataym' special

ABS-CBN’s longest-running and award-winning fantasy-drama anthology “Wansapanataym” will air its newest month-long special beginning this Saturday and Sunday (August 30 and 31). The “Wansapanataym” special titled “Perfecto” will be topbilled by Kapamilya teen stars Nash Aguas, Alexa Ilacad, and the...

Jessy Mendiola plays nun in MMK (Aug 30)

Kapamilya actress Jessy Mendiola will portray a devoted nun in the upcoming episode of ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya.” This Saturday (August 30) in “MMK,” discover the extraordinary love story of Marie, who has dreamt of becoming a nun since she was young. She has never entertained guys who wanted...

Korean teen Ki Hong Lee stars in 'The Maze Runner'

Korean actor Ki Hong Lee has obviously set a firm pace to stardom starring opposite Dylan O'Brien in the upcoming adaptation of "The Maze Runner."  By the looks of it, the recently concluded Greenies Screening in the Phils. had the girls giggling after the movie, charmed by his notable presence...

Jason Patric faces off with Bruce Willis in 'The Prince'

In the vein of high-adrenaline action-packed films such as "Narc," "Catch .44" and "Frozen Ground," prolific producer Randall Emmett pits Jason Patric againts Bruce Willis in  the upcoming movie "The Prince." “Bruce really fell for the material, as well as Jason, and then John (Cusack) came...

James Reid and Nadine Lustre are now official Kapamilyas

James Reid and Nadine Lustre are the newest addition to ABS-CBN’s hottest love teams after the two inked a two-year contract with the network last Tuesday (August 26). The stars of hit films “Diary ng Panget” and “Talk Back And You’re Dead” revealed that there are several projects lined up for them...

Toni Gonzaga, ready to settle down with boyfriend Paul Soriano

Ultimate multimedia star Toni Gonzaga admits that she is now ready to settle down with her seven-year boyfriend Paul Soriano, but denies the rumors they are already engaged. “If he proposes, I will say yes. But as of now, I swear he has not proposed yet. Others think he has,” she says in “Tapatan...

Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Lyca Gairanod sings 'Wrecking Ball' to Mommy D (VIDEO)

Lyca Gairanod met Dionisia Pacquiao last Saturday and it was an added treat to those who came to watch the concert of "The Voice Kids" finalists. The 9-year-old, who made a living out of scavenging trash in Cavite before she won the singing reality show, was first seen impersonating Mommy D during her guesting in "Gandang Gabi Vice" with the finalists. She imitated how the 65-year-old mother of...

Monday, August 25, 2014

'PBB All In' Big Winner Daniel Matsunaga says he's "more proud to be Filipino at heart than many others out there na hindi proud sa country"

Brazilian-Japanese model Daniel Matsunaga was named the Big Winner of “Pinoy Big Brother All In,” besting all the other housemates of the reality show’s historic season that featured teen, regular, and celebrity housemates. Daniel garnered 11.69% net votes (18.52% ‘votes to save’ and -6.83% ‘votes...

Sunday, August 24, 2014

'PBB All In' - Daniel Matsunaga named Big Winner #PBBTheBigNight

Daniel Matsunaga was named the Big Winner of "Pinoy Big Brother All In" during the Big Night that happened on Sunday, August 24, 2014, at the Newport Performing Arts Theater of Resorts World Manil...

Kim Chiu, Bea Alonzo, Enchong Dee and 12 others remain with Kapamilya Network

Fifteen of Philippine showbiz’ brightest stars remain as Kapamilya after renewing their respective contracts with ABS-CBN recently. They are Bea Alonzo, Gerald Anderson, Kim Chiu, Enchong Dee, Erich Gonzales, Denise Laurel, Xian Lim, Shaina Magdayao, Sam Milby, Angelica Panganiban, Piolo Pascual,...

Anne Curtis, Luis Manzano, play in "The Singing Bee's" star-studded finale week

Ai-Ai delas Alas, Judy Ann Santos, Anne Curtis, and Luis Manzano are among the players in the star-studded finale week of the hit musical game show “The Singing Bee.” Also playing in the finale week are Alex Gonzaga, Melai Cantiveros, and Jason Abalos, who will face-off on Monday (August 25) and will...

'Miss Ripley' starring Lee Da Hae to premiere on Monday (Aug 25)

Primetime television’s newest “bida-kontrabida” makes her grand entrance this Monday (Aug 25) as ABS-CBN premieres the most provocative Koreanovela to hit Philippine TV — “Miss Ripley.” Korean actress Lee Da Hae, who was first loved by Filipinos via the hit series “My Girl,” plays the seductive...

Saturday, August 23, 2014

Friday, August 22, 2014

'A Good Man' - Cinema List

Currently in cinemas, “A Good Man” is an exciting Steven Seagal show of non-stop, heart-racing action. A Good Man follows Alexander (Steven Seagal) a retired Special Forces agent torn by a tragic past, as he tries to live a low-key life out of trouble. But trouble will find him when his neighbors...

'Agosto Beinte-Uno: Ang Pagpatay Kay Ninoy Aquino' airs this Sunday (Aug 24)

ABS-CBN’s internationally-acclaimed documentary on former Senator Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr.’s assassination titled  “Agosto Beinte-Uno: Ang Pagpatay Kay Ninoy Aquino” airs again this Sunday (August 24) to commemorate one of the country’s biggest events in the history that led to the return of...

Kapamilya champions reign on 'ASAP 19'

Winners are set to unleash their hair-raising performances as ‘ASAP19’ showcases the finest Kapamilya Champions this Sunday (August 24). Prepare for nonstop world-class performances to be led by Popstar Royalty Sarah Geronimo lead superb performances from the biggest gathering of Kapamilya winners...

Hero Face Off to showcase the best of cosplay in the Philippines on Sept. 21

A collaboration of epic proportions is coming this September as Hero TV and Primetrade Asia, Inc. present the rise of the cosplay empire with the Hero Face Off 2014 during the launch of The Best of Anime (BOA) this September. The Hero Face Off, happening on September 21, is now on its 5th year of...

66th Primetime Emmy Awards, live on Lifestyle Network

Television’s biggest night has found a new home on Philippine television, and on August 26, the 66th Primetime Emmy Awards will be airing live on the Lifestyle Network. This year’s Emmys, which will be hosted by actor and comedian Seth Meyers, is promising tight competition among a star-studded...

Vhong Navarro's family gets into trouble in "Wansapanataym"

Vhong Navarro, Carmina Villarroel, and Louise Abuel’s characters face a new problem in their family in the continuation of the top-rating “Wansapanataym Presents Nato de Coco” this Saturday and Sunday (August 23 and 24). As his borrowed time slowly slips away, Oca’s (Vhong’s) family gets in trouble...

Aiko Melendez is an old maid rape victim in 'Ipaglaban Mo'

ABS-CBN’s hit legal drama anthology “Ipaglaban Mo” tackles the rape case of a spinster named Candida (Aiko Melendez), who was sexually abused by her younger suitor Popoy (Arron Villaflor) this Saturday (August 23). Did the court take Candida’s side when most of the people believed that they were...

TFC and Myx TV named finalists at 2014 Cablefax Program Awards

After recently winning the 2014 NAMIC Excellence in Multicultural Marketing Awards (EMMA) through International Media Distribution (IMD) for “TFC Free Preview” and “I’m Asian American And…”, Marketing Tactics Print and Digital categories, ABS-CBN International’s TFC and Myx TV were named recently as...

Thursday, August 21, 2014

Wednesday, August 20, 2014

ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra releases debut album 'Decades of OPM'

The ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra has released its debut album under Star Records titled “Decades of OPM,” which pays tribute to some of the greatest original Pilipino music (OPM) masterpieces of the ’70s, ’80s ’90s and early 2000s. True to its aim of bringing orchestra music closer to the hearts...

ABS-CBN Philharmonic welcomes Richard Bamping for September

Set for another spectacle of excellence and skill, the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra Spotlight Series is proud to feature Richard Bamping, Principal Cellist of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, this September 20 at the BDO Francisco Santiago Hall. This is their third feature concert of the year. Prior...

Bea Alonzo finds catfights with Maricar Reyes fun

For Kapamilya actress Bea Alonzo, her onscreen confrontation scenes with Maricar Reyes in ABS-CBN’s top-rating primetime drama series, “Sana Bukas Pa Ang Kahapon,” are actually fun. “Maricar and I always have fun whenever our characters Sasha and Rose clash and fight each other,” said Bea, who recently...

'I Do' hosted by Judy Ann Santos premieres Aug. 30

Nine couples are about to face a whole new chapter that will change their lives forever.  But before they take the big plunge, these couples will embark on a journey that will test their relationships and discover new things about their partners.  Will it be an “I Do” or an “I Don’t” for the...

'The Voice Kids' winner Lyca Gairanod to join 'Hawak Kamay' cast

Following a well-received first acting project in “Maalaala Mo Kaya,” the country’s first ever “The Voice Kids” champion Lyca Gairanod is set to take on another project where she will be able to showcase her multiple talents as she guests in “Hawak Kamay”. Lyca will begin taping for the Piolo-Pascual-starrer...

MJ Lastimosa admits to having body enhancements

Bb. Pilipinas–Universe 2014 Mary Jean “MJ” Lastimosa has begun feeling the pressure of bringing home the Miss Universe crown this year. However, she believes that the tension she feels is somehow an edge for her to win the pageant. “I think it’s an advantage. I need that pressure to unleash the...

Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Farmer turned millionaire baker featured in 'My Puhunan' (Aug 20)

Broadcast journalist Karen Davila tells the story of a former farmer and pandesal vendor who now runs a bakery with 28 branches tomorrow (August 20) in “My Puhunan.” Demetrio “Metring” Cuevas only finished grade four and grew rice in Batangas to make ends meet. Eventually, he left the province to...

Engaging breakthrough visuals and story in 'The Book of Life'

From the studio (20th Century Fox) that introduced the exhilarating world of “Avatar” comes “The Book of Life,” an animated feature film with an epic mythology inspired by the Mexican Day of the Dead holiday set in a visually spectacular world never seen before with an original story from producer Guillermo...

Lyca Gairanod's "MMK" episode dominates weekend ratings

Kapamilya viewers nationwide tuned in to the inspiring life story and much-awaited acting debut of the first grand champion of “The Voice Kids” Lyca Gairanod in ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya” recently. According to data from Kantar Media, the “MMK” episode where Lyca portrayed herself topped the list...

Frenchie Dy wins P1M in 'The Singing Bee'

“Star In A Million” season two grand winner Frenchie Dy won another million pesos as she emerged as the fourth millionaire of the hit musical game show “The Singing Bee” last Monday (August 18). Frenchie immediately burst into tears when Bandle Bee played Rey Valera’s “Kung Kailangan Mo Ako,” the...

Kim Chiu, Coco Martin win EdukCircle awards

“Ikaw Lamang” lead stars Coco Martin and Kim Chiu continue to earn more nods from award-giving organizations after they recently won in the 4th EdukCircle Awards, which promotes excellent media communication in the Asia-Pacific Region. After bagging the Celebrity and Actress of the Year award in...

Monday, August 18, 2014

"Continuum's" Victor Webster star in "A Good Man"

Victor Webster, known for his starring recurring role in the television series “Continuum” is featured alongside Steven Seagal in “A Good Man” movie. Steven Seagal plays Alexander Coates in “A Good Man” where he meets Sasha Ivanov (played by Webster) two years after his voluntary recluse from his...

Pinoy Comic Legends get the spotlight on Hero TV this August

The country’s number one anime channel is turning its sights to the Philippines’ very own animated characters this month of August, when its special production “Comics on Cam” will be premiering on Hero TV. “Comics on Cam” will be showcasing classic Pinoy comic book characters and putting them back...

"It's Showtime" brings back PINASikat to mark start of 5th anniversary celebration

ABS-CBN’s noontime program “It’s Showtime” is bringing back its popular and well-loved search for the country’s most entertaining acts and wide-ranging talents. Last Saturday (August 16), “It’s Showtime” re-introduced the much bigger and more inclusive “PINASikat,” the country’s biggest talent search...

Toni Gonzaga, Alice Dixson in People Asia's "Women of Style & Substance 2014"

Multimedia star Toni Gonzaga and actress Alice Dixson are on the cover of Stargate People Asia magazine's August-September 2014 issue, leading the list of the mag's "Women of Style & Substance 2014" together with Miss International 2014 Bea Rose Santiago and Solar News Channel host Alexandra Roch...

Sunday, August 17, 2014

'The Maze Runner' - Meet the Gladers (VIDEO)

“The Maze Runner” is set to turn things in a dizzying blur as the teenage captives in a virtual prison known as The Glade run for a chance to save their lives. Headed by “Teen Wolf” heartthrob Dylan O’Brien along with a group of talented young actors including Kaya Scodelario, Will Poulter, Aml Ameen,...

Saturday, August 16, 2014

Friday, August 15, 2014

Morissette Amon signs contract with Star Records, dubbed as 'Next Big Diva'

"The Voice of the Philippines" finalist Morissette Amon feels grateful for having been dubbed as the country’s “Next Big Diva” during her contract signing last Thursday (August 14) held at ABS-CBN. “Morissette is not just like any traditional diva who can hit high notes. She has a very distinct...

Alex Gonzaga aims to find out Arjo Atayde's real motive

The lead stars of ABS-CBN’s top rating primetime series “Pure Love” Alex Gonzaga, Joseph Marco, Yen Santos, and Arjo Atayde just formed an extraordinary love story that hooked the viewers on to their TV screens. From the endearing love triangle of Diane (Alex), Ysabel (Yen), and Dave (Joseph), the...

Vina Morales, Desiree del Valle fight for child's custody in 'Ipaglaban Mo'

Vina Morales (Dra. Caren) plays a loving adoptive mother to Luis (Raikko Mateo), a child born with polio, in “Ipaglaban Mo” this Saturday (August 16). Due to poverty, Luis’ biological mother Lisa (Desiree del Valle) left him at Dra. Caren’s clinic after giving birth upon learning about his health...

Mother Lily, Alfie Lorenzo gets in heated argument at 'Somebody To Love' presscon

Mother Lily Monteverde and Alfie Lorenzo had a heated argument on Thursday at the press conference of the movie "Somebody To Love" held at the mezzanine of the Regal matriarch-owned Imperial Palace Suites in Quezon Cit...

Thursday, August 14, 2014

Bruce Willis is the city's most powerful man in 'The Prince'

Bruce Willis leads a venerable group of veterans and newcomers in “The Prince,” a non-stop action film that forces a retired crime boss back into the seedy underworld he’d left behind. For twenty years Paul Brennan (Patric), a retired New Orleans crime boss, has lived a quiet life off the grid, running...

DZMM brings 'Buntis Congress' to Dipolog

DZMM is bringing its award-winning “Buntis Congress” seminar to Dipolog City this Friday (August 15) to nurture future mothers with knowledge they need during and after pregnancy. Three hundred fifty pregnant women are expected to join the seminar at Ariana Hotel, which will be hosted by DZMM anchor...

ABS-CBN's 'Tulong Na' campaign wins at PANAta Awards

ABS-CBN Corporation’s “Tulong Na, Tabang Na, Tayo Na” campaign won the excellence award in the External Communications Programs for Cause Marketing category at the recent PANAta Marketing Effectiveness Awards. PANAta, organized by the Philippine Association of National Advertisers (PANA), recognizes...

"Moon Of Desire," TV's most desirable series, ends this Friday (Aug 15)

An epic battle for love is about to happen in the intense finale of “Moon of Desire” this Friday (Aug 15) on ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold. There’s no stopping Jeff (JC De Vera) from defying all odds just to save Ayla (Meg Imperial) from becoming Ulric’s (Jason Abalos) bride. On the night of the wedding,...

Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Vhong Navarro gets back at enemies in 'Wansapanataym'

Vhong Navarro’s character, Oca, is ready to get even with his enemies in the continuation of his “Wansapanataym” special with Carmina Villarroel and Louise Abuel. In “Nato de Coco” this Saturday and Sunday (August 16 and 17), Oca will do everything to protect his family from the evil plans of Keith...

JK Labajo, Darren Espanto reveal more about their personal lives

Even though Coach Sarah Geronimo’s bets Lyca Gairanod and Darren Espanto emerged as the top two finalists in the recently-concluded “The Voice Kids,” second runner-up Juan Karlos “JK” Labajo says he does not regret picking Bamboo Mañalac as his mentor after falling short of winning. Sarah and Bamboo...