Friday, October 31, 2014

Kuya Kim joins Phuket's Vegetarian Festival

The country’s Trivia King Kim Atienza experiences one of Phuket’s most famous annual events - the Vegetarian Festival - in the second part of “Matanglawin’s” Phuket adventure this Sunday (Nov 2). The Vegetarian Festival is not only a celebration of all things green, but also Thais’ way of getting...

Jolina Magdangal signs 2-year exclusive contract with ABS-CBN

Actress-singer Jolina Magdangal–Escueta officially made her comeback as a Kapamilya after she inked a two-year exclusive contract with ABS-CBN last Wednesday (October 29). Her first project with the network is the TV series “Flordeliza,” where she will be reunited with her original onscreen love...

'Wansapanataym' airs back-to-back Halloween episodes

ABS-CBN’s award-winning fantasy-drama anthology “Wansapanataym” will treat TV viewers with back-to-back Halloween special episodes this weekend (November 1 and 2). In the episode ‘OMG: Oh My Ghost,’ which will air on All Saints’ Day, Kapamilya star Ejay Falcon will play the role of Homer, a young...

Balladeer professes admiration for Toni Gonzaga in 'The Voice PH'

Filipinos are not only known for their innate singing talent, but also for their positivity and tireless passion. And to prove this, a person with disability (PWD) hits the blind auditions of “The Voice of the Philippines” this Sunday (Nov 2) to show that nothing can stop him from achieving his dream....

Sarah Geronimo launches new album, Ogie Alcasid throws concert treat in 'ASAP 19'

For the first time in many years, OPM Icon Ogie Alcasid will take the Kapamilya center stage for an amazing performance and rare concert treat on “ASAP 19″ this Sunday (November 2). Known in the music industry as a hall of famer songwriter with countless number one hits, The Songwriter will have an...

Heart and Chiz's wedding preparations get spotlight in StarStudio Nov. 2014

It’s a love-filled November as StarStudio releases its pre-holiday issue with engaged couple Heart Evangelista and Sen. Francis ‘Chiz’ Escudero. The couple sat down with the magazine for an interview to talk about their love story and highly-anticipated February 2015 wedding in Balesin. Heart and...

Thursday, October 30, 2014

Cinema One Originals turns 'Intense'

Cinema One Originals, the annual cinema event of the Philippines’ number one cable channel Cinema One, celebrates its tenth year with the theme “Intense.” Alongside the full-length digital movies made by today’s most creative Filipino directors, the film festival also features innovative short films,...

Hero TV throws Halloween Party, free movie screening in Megamall this Friday

PBB Teen Edition big winner and anime jock Myrtle Sarrosa leads this week’s Halloween event on October 31, Friday at Megamall Cinema 7 lobby. Hero TV enthusiasts, get ready for some trick or treat and parlor games as early as 11 am. Various booths and entertainment await everyone. Admission is free...

'Pure Love' counts down last 2 weeks

“Pure Love” stars Alex Gonzaga, Yen Santos, Joseph Marco, and Arjo Atayde will show TV viewers the value of family and true friends in the last episodes of ABS-CBN’s top-rating primetime drama series which airs its finale on November 14 (Friday). In the last two weeks of the series, Diane’s (Alex)...

'I Do' couples undergo lie detector test

The three Power Couples of ABS-CBN realiserye “I Do” will face what might be the toughest task in the competition as they take a lie detector test to prove their love, honesty, and commitment to each other. In the final episode of “I Do” in the village this Saturday (Nov 1), Chad and Sheela, Chris...

ONE FC: Warrior’s Way - Bibiano Fernandes defends title against Dae Hwan Kim

Asia’s largest mixed martial arts organization with a 90% market share, ONE Fighting Championship™ (ONE FC), will return to Manila with its largest fight card to date on 5 December. ONE FC: WARRIOR’S WAY is set to take place at the state-of-the-art MOA Arena in Manila. The main event will feature ONE...

Atom Araullo saves a drowning victim in ‘Red Alert’

Broadcast journalist Atom Araullo shows you how to keep your family or barkada outings safe this semestral break as he teaches you the basics in reviving a drowning victim and other safety tips this Friday (Oct 31) on “Red Alert.” According to the Department of Health, eight Filipinos die of drowning...

"It's Showtime" gives tribute to viewers

“It’s Showtime” gave a moving tribute to its viewers for their undying support for the show for the past five years at the end of the Magpasikat Week last Saturday (October 25). A VTR, narrated by its hosts, showed the journey of the program from its debut in 2009 as a talent competition in the morning...

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Enrique Gil, Liza Soberano trend on Twitter, ‘Forevermore’ now top teleserye

ABS-CBN’s newest primetime romantic drama series, “Forevermore,” starring Enrique Gil and Liza Soberano is now the Philippines’ number one teleserye as proven by its national TV rating of 27.1% when it premiered on Monday (October 27). Based on data from Kantar Media, the pilot episode of “Forevermore”...

‘Pure Love’ stars Joseph Marco & Arjo Atayde, real life rivals in courting Alex Gonzaga

Arjo Atayde and Joseph Marco may be best friends, but they reveal in “Tapatan Ni Tunying” airing this Thursday (October 30) that neither of them will give way when it comes to courting “Pure Love” leading lady Alex Gonzaga. “If Arjo pursues Alex, I will pursue her too. May the best man win. But...

Tuesday, October 28, 2014

Jolina Magdangal reunites with Marvin Agustin in ‘Flordeliza’

Singer-actress Jolina Magdangal is overwhelmed with all the positive feedback and well wishes she has been receiving since her return to ABS-CBN. She recently had her first taping day (October 27) for the new drama series “Flordeliza,” wherein she will be co-starring with her long-time love team partner,...

‘The Voice of the Philippines’ season 2 premiere soars high in TV ratings

Viewers across urban and rural areas in the country tuned in to the return of “The Voice of the Philippines” as they watched the first batch of new hopefuls sing to try to turn the chairs of coaches Apl de Ap, Sarah Geronimo, Bamboo, and Lea Salonga. According to data from Kantar Media, the singing-reality...

Evil finds a way back in “Devil’s Pact” (Trailer)

In “Devil’s Pact,” the sequel to UK’s top thrilling movie, “The Pact,” that terrified audiences, June Abbott (played by Camilla Luddington of “Gery’s Anatomy”) is seen moving in to the house where the first incident of the Judas Killer was discovered. In this elevated sequel, we meet June, a woman whose...

Shailene Woodley dares to bare in ‘White Bird in a Blizzard’

Shailene Woodley, known for her notable performances in “The Descendants” with George Clooney and in blockbuster YA (young adult) movies such as “Divergent” and “The Fault In Our Stars” dares to explore in another dramatic feat in “White Bird In A Blizzard,” an adaptation from Laura Kasischke’s book...

Keanu Reeves is an ultimate killing machine in ‘John Wick’

Known as the legendary killing machine in a hyper-real, super-secret criminal community, “John Wick” (played by Keanu Reeves), walks its dark halls once again after retiring from the ruthless world he used to live to avenge the death of his wife. After the sudden death of his beloved wife, John...

Amazing facts on ‘Exodus: Gods and Kings’ production

Double Academy®-Award nominee designer Arthur Max collaborates with master filmmaker Ridley Scott for a grand scale production in the upcoming epic adventure “Exodus: Gods and Kings.” Award-winning Max has been known for his works in “Gladiator” (2000) and “American Gangster” (2007). He was awarded...

Rivermaya, Jireh Lim, Darryl Shy in ‘MOR Live Halloween Concert’

ABS-CBN’s official FM radio station in Metro and Mega Manila, My Only Radio (MOR) 101.9 For Life! will give “MORe fun and MORe music” to all of its loyal Kapamilya listeners through its free “MOR Live” Halloween concert this Friday (October 31), 9PM, at Tiendesitas in Pasig. Featured in the free...

KathNiel products available at ABS-CBN online store

ABS-CBN’s online store (www.abs-cbnstore.com) is a shopping haven for Kathniel fans. You can now own pieces worn by your idols in G2B. There are only a few days left to purchase one-of-a-kind wardrobe pieces worn by the cast such as Chichay’s dresses and Joaquin’s Malaya University jersey....

‘Ikaw Lamang’ ends as most watch TV program

ABS-CBN’s master drama series “Ikaw Lamang” came full circle last Friday (October 24) as its finale episode emerged as the most watched TV program in the country. According to data from Kantar Media, the “Full Circle” episode of the series starring Coco Martin and Kim Chiu scored a national TV rating...

Monday, October 27, 2014

Ruffa Gutierrez walks out on Annabelle Rama's birthday dinner

It's Annabelle Rama against daughter Ruffa Gutierrez this time in a Twitter word war. The misunderstanding between the two started when Ruffa felt Annabelle embarrassed her in front of family and friends at a dinner party hosted by her mom....

Kokoi Baldo jams with ‘The Voice PH’ coaches (VIDEO)

Four-chair turner Kokoi Baldo of Boracay was the artist who got the most impact, IMHO, during the Blind Audition kickoff of “The Voice of the Philippines” season 2....

Sunday, October 26, 2014

Saturday, October 25, 2014

Toddlers invited to join 'Bet On Your Baby'

On the country’s cutest game show “Bet On Your Baby,” more babies’ lives and futures are being changed. Last week, another baby won P200,000. Baby Mikay Flores’ mom didn’t expect that she would succeed at winning that amount at her first attempt in the jackpot round of the game show. Just like Baby...

Cinema One to stage 'Sinesindak 2014'

This coming Halloween season, Cinema One with Robi Domingo and Kitkat will once again stage SINESINDAK 2014 featuring a set of activities that will bring both smiles and screams on October 25 at Eastwood Central Plaza in Quezon City. Be sure to come in your best Halloween costume as there will be...

Kathryn and Daniel's horror film 'Pagpag' on Cinema One Blockbuster Sundays

Cinema One, the leading cable channel in the country, unveils “Pagpag: Siyam na Buhay” on Blockbuster Sundays on October 26 at 8 pm. The film is the first horror movie of Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla, fondly called KathNiel, today’s hottest teen love team. “Pagpag…” tells the story of Cedric...

Police wannabes undergo training in "Let's Be Cops"

“Let’s Be Cops” trails down-on-luck best buddies Justin Miller (Damon Wayans, Jr.) and Ryan O’Malley (Jake Johnson) have been languishing since their school days ended. Justin toils at a videogame company, where his bosses prefer zombie antics instead of Justin’s recent game proposal that features real-life...

Iñigo, Julian & Diego serenade 'The Singing Bee' viewers (VIDEO)

Iñigo Pascual, Julian Estrada and Diego Loyzaga gave "samples" of their singing voices before the actual game in The Singing Bee. Iñigo was the best singer of the three and the most charming as well....

Friday, October 24, 2014

Beauty Gonzales wants relationship with new boyfriend to be private

Beauty Gonzalez has a new boyfriend - artist-curator Norman Crisologo. The FHM cover girl recently revealed in "Kris TV" that she has broken up with her businessman boyfriend and she's going to Paris alone for three days because their plans of going there have always been postponed....

Jennifer Laude's murder, Binay's alleged farm on the spotlight in 'The Bottomline'

In the midst of circulating speculations about the murder of transgender woman Jennifer Laude in Olongapo City and the controversy hounding Vice President Jejomar Binay for his alleged ill-gotten wealth and his plans for the 2016 elections, three legal counsels and political analysts will take the spotlight...

Jessica Sanchez, Apl.de.Ap treat 'ASAP' viewers to world-class performances

“ASAP 19” continues to go jazzy this Sunday (October 26) with another batch of grandiose celebrations as 12 thousand Kapamilyas gather in LA Sports Arena to party with over 40 of the biggest and brightest Kapamilya stars. Back-to-back concert treats and world-class performances by the Filipino Pride...

'Ouija' opens Oct. 29 - Teaser

Columbia Pictures Philippines has released a new teaser for “Ouija,” directed by Stiles White. The horror movie stars Olivia Cooke, Ana Coto and Daren Kagasoff, and opens in Philippine cinemas on October 29, in time for the Halloween....

Fans scream for ‘Love, Rosie’ stars in Rome premiere (VIDEOS)

Phil Collins’ daughter, Lily Collins takes center stage in her first major role in the romantic comedy “Love, Rosie.” Paired with “Hunger Games” star Sam Claflin and directed by Christian Ditter based on the book “Where Rainbows End” by Cecelia Ahern, “Love, Rosie” takes on the story of best friends...

Keanu Reeves surprises with unexpected use of artillery in ‘John Wick’

One of Hollywood’s top lead actors, 50-year old Keanu Reeves is at the top of his game- physique and stamina even better to-date in the full-throttle action-packed film “John Wick” as he takes on the titular role of a retired assassin who hunts down his adversaries with the ruthlessness that made him...

Vice Ganda, Ryan Bang move “It’s Showtime” viewers to tears with Magpasikat performance (VIDEO)

Vice Ganda and Ryan Bang touched the hearts of “It’s Showtime” viewers on Thursday with their production number for Magpasikat Week, an annual tradition of the program where the hosts outdo one another in production numbers for the show’s anniversary....

Thursday, October 23, 2014

"The Voice PH's" Darryl Shy releases self-titled album

“The Voice of the Philippines Season 1” finalist Darryl Shy introduces his type of folk-pop music via his self-titled, five-track debut album under Star Records. From his trending and powerful performance last year of the Asin classic “Balita” in “The Voice,” Darryl will once again enchant listeners...

'Wansapanataym Presents My App Boyfie' to air finale on Sunday (Oct. 26)

ABS-CBN’s top-rating fantasy-drama anthology “Wansapanataym” will bring love and happiness to TV viewers this weekend (October 25 and 26) in the “trending finale” of its month-long special “My App Boyfie” starring James Reid, Nadine Lustre, and Dominic Roque. As everyone discovers the truth about...

Enrique Gil, Liza Soberano to start touching viewers' hearts and minds on Monday

ABS-CBN and Star Creatives’ newest romantic drama series “Forevermore,” starring this generation’s Prince Charming, Enrique Gil, and the leading lady to watch out for, Liza Soberano, will premiere this Monday (October 27) on the Primetime Bida block. Directed by Master Love Storyteller Cathy Garcia-Molina...

'The Voice of the Philippines' season 2 kicks off on Sunday (Oct. 26)

A new batch of Filipino artists with extraordinary voices will take center stage in the highly anticipated Season 2 of Philippine TV’s best vocal competition, “The Voice of the Philippines,” which begins this Sunday (October 26), 8:30 PM on ABS-CBN. Back in Season 2 are its quartet of superstar coaches...

Get to know the 'Penguins of Madagascar' (VIDEO)

Skipper, Rico, Kowalski and Private, the world’s most elite covert group proves that super spies aren’t born, but they’re hatched. These elitists of the elite are joining forces with a chic undercover organization - The North Wind. Led by handsome and husky Agent Classified (voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch), together, they must stop the villainous Dr. Octavius Brine (John Malkovich) from destroying...

Nova Villa, Freddie Webb in '1st Ko Si 3rd,' opens Nov. 12 at Ayala Cinemas

“1st Ko si 3rd” made its debut in this year’s Cinemalaya X’s and has generated most of the “feels” amongst all the entries in the New Breed category.   Before heading to compete at the prestigious Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF), “1st Ko si 3rd” is going to be shown in (Phils.) theaters...

Pitbull - 'Celebrate' music video with the 'Penguins of Madagascar'

Pitbull’s brand new song “Celebrate” will be featured in the soundtrack of “Penguins of Madagascar,” the 3D CG feature comedy that follows in the tradition of the three Madagascar movies which have earned close to two billion dollars since their debut in 2005, and tracks the origins of the enormously popular Polar foursome - Skipper, Kowalski, Rico and Private....

Keanu Reeves, a killer-for-hire in 'John Wick'

Keanu Reeves is back in full fighting form in the hugely-anticipated action thriller “John Wick” that has already reached fever-pitch high at www.rottentomatoes.com generating a 100% score in their Tomato Meter and with a 98% audience score. Bruce Lee fans and big screen action experts Chad Stahelski...

Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla to do "Pangako Sa 'Yo" remake

Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla will topbill the remake of the hit ABS-CBN series "Pangako Sa 'Yo." The love team will play the roles of Yna and Angelo, originally portrayed by Kristine Hermosa and Jericho Rosales respectively from 2000 to 2002....

Gimme 5 - 'Pag Kasama Ka' Official Lyric Video

Gimme 5 - Nash Aguas, Joaquin Reyes, Brace Arquiza, Grae Fernandez and John Bermundo - seem to be in a mock recording session in the official lyric video for "Pag Kasama Ka" that was released by Star Music....

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Anne Curtis and Coleen Garcia do aerial dance for "It's Showtime" 5th anniversary prod

Anne Curtis and Coleen Garcia have teamed up this year for the Magpasikat Week, the anniversary tradition of "It's Showtime" where the hosts are divided into groups to vie against one another with production numbers....

How to win MYX MO! 2014 tickets

MYX will give away tickets for the MYX Mo! 2014 event happening on November 11, 2014 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum through a promo until October 28. Vote for your favorite music video on www.myxph.com and be one of the lucky 250 winners who will win two (2) Patron tickets each. Details of the promo...

Kantar Media National TV Ratings (Oct. 21, 2014) - 'Ikaw Lamang' continues to soar

The ABS-CBN primetime drama "Ikaw Lamang" continues to win in the national television ratings as it nears its finale. The series topbilled by Kim Chiu, Coco Martin and KC Concepcion was the most-watched program on Tuesday, October 21, 2014, based on Kantar Media's data. It got 31.5% national rating, easily beating its rival program, GMA-7's "Hiram Na Alaala," by more than half....

James and Nadine (JaDine) to do movie with Iñigo Pascual and Julia Barretto

James Reid recently said that he and love team Nadine Lustre will have a movie out before the year ends. And if you're excited about it, I'm sure you'd be more thrilled to find out that JaDine will be co-starring in the movie with Iñigo Pascual and Julia Barretto!...

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Boy Abunda launches book about mothers

ABS-CBN Publishing, Inc. and Asia’s King of Talk Boy Abunda are set to open the 2014 Philippine Literary Festival this Thursday (October 23) as they officially launch the book titled after Abunda’s foundation, “Make Your Nanay Proud” (MYNP). A project first conceived after the foundation was formed...

Kim, Coco, KC, Julia and Jake thank 'Ikaw Lamang' for their unforgettable experience

“Ikaw Lamang” stars Coco Martin, Kim Chiu, and KC Concepcion are very thankful for the unforgettable experience they had for being part of ABS-CBN’s master drama series, which will air its final episode this Friday (October 24). “’Ikaw Lamang’ gave us a wonderful learning experience as actors. I...

Karylle and Kuya Kim perform with Mommy Dionisia in "It's Showtime's" Magpasikat Week

“It’s Showtime” hosts Karylle and Kuya Kim Atienza put on a show that combined music, experiments, and a call for environmental awareness that they capped off with two surprises – an appearance from Mommy Dionisia Pacquaio and the announcement of a mobile app. On Monday (Oct 20), the two hosts kicked...

NU hopes to rise as new basketball dynasty

After National University’s (NU) first win in 60 years in UAAP (University Athletics Association of the Philippines) basketball recently, point guard Gelo Alolino vows to defend their title next year. “As what our coach said, we hope that NU becomes known as a new basketball dynasty. We will try...

Erich Gonzales, Jason Abalos' affair in "Two Wives" condemned by netizens

It has only been a week since “Two Wives” started airing on television, but it has already become the newest primetime habit of Filipino viewers with its fast-paced storytelling, gripping plot, memorable lines, and provocative scenes. Data from Kantar Media show that the unusual infidelity story...

Kantar Media National TV Ratings (Oct. 16-19, 2014) - 'Wansapanataym Presents: My App Boyfie' is no. 1

"My App Boyfie," the "Wansapanataym" special starred by James Reid and Nadine Lustre was the number one television program last Saturday and Sunday, October 18-19, 2014, based on Kantar Media's dat...

Monday, October 20, 2014

Sunday, October 19, 2014

'Penguins of Madagascar' (3D) reveals first four minutes (VIDEO)

Dreamworks Animation’s “Penguins of Madagascar” (3D) star in their own feature film, a spin-off to the studio’s enormously successful “Madagascar” series which have earned close to two billion dollars since their debut in 2005 - and further explores the back story of the  popular Polar foursome...

'Sana Bukas Pa Ang Kahapon' finale dominates timeslot, trends worldwide

From one shocking revelation to another in its intense finale week, ABS-CBN’s primetime hit series “Tomorrow Belongs to Me” (“Sana Bukas Pa Ang Kahapon”) finally concluded its gripping four-month run on Philippine television last Friday (Oct 10) by dominating its timeslot with an audience share of 59%...

Lee Min Ho is a bodyguard from the past in 'Faith'

Korean superstar Lee Min Ho will portray a warrior from the past with magical powers in the new telenovela “Faith” to be shown exclusively on ABS-CBNmobile beginning October 20. “Faith” is the story of Choi Young, a royal bodyguard of a king in the past, and Yoo Eun-soo, a female doctor in modern...