Sunday, November 30, 2014

9th ASAP Pop Viewers' Choice Awards (2014) winners revealed - Sarah G wins Pop Female Artist for 7th time

The winners of the 9th ASAP Pop Viewers' Choice Awards (2014) were revealed on Sunday, November 30, in ABS-CBN's "ASAP 19."...

Saturday, November 29, 2014

Biggest Biblical epic 'Exodus: Gods and Kings' opens December 5 in the Philippines

Academy Award winner Christian Bale, widely known for his unforgettable portrayal as Batman aka Bruce Wayne in “Batman Begins,” “The Dark Knight” and “The Dark Knight Rises” once again puts on his heroic garb in the staggering biblical epic ever to be produced in Ridley Scott’s “Exodus: Gods and Kings.”...

Kantar Media National TV Ratings (Nov. 25-27, 2014) - 'Dream Dad' is the new no. 1

"Dream Dad" has been replacing "Forevermore" as the most-watched teleserye in the country. Based on Kantar Media's data, the feel-good Zanjoe Marudo-starrer has been topping the national ratings charts since its premiere....

Friday, November 28, 2014

Papal Visit 2015 album released by Star Music

Star Music has released its special Papal visit album titled “We Are All God’s Children,” featuring the official theme song of the highly anticipated apostolic visit of Pope Francis to the Philippines in January 2015. Approved by the Vatican City, the song “We Are All God’s Children” was written...

Kathryn Bernardo still resents father's overprotectiveness in 'Wansapanataym'

Teen Queen Kathryn Bernardo’s character in “Wansapanataym” continues to deal with her father’s overprotectiveness in the continuation of ‘Puppy Ko Si Papi’ on Sunday (November 30). Despite everything she has been through to turn her dad Douglas (Dominic Ochoa) back into being a human, Iris (Kathryn)...

Thursday, November 27, 2014

Dominic Roque stars in “SOCO’s” 9th anniversary episode

Actor Dominic Roque portrays a lone survivor in a multiple murder case that dates back to 2010 in “SOCO,” the country’s first and leading crime investigative documentary program on TV in its 9thanniversary episode this Saturday (Nov 29) on ABS-CBN. Dominic will play “Boy,” a spider vendor, who was...

Yeng Constantino sings ‘All About Love’ in new album

Before she walks down the aisle on Valentine’s Day next year, multi-awarded singer-songwriter Yeng Constantino will take music fans to her heart’s journey of love via her sixth album under Star Music tited “All About Love.” The Pop-Rock Princess considers her newest album a “labor of love” as all...

Kathryn Bernardo releases feel-good album under Star Music

“Sweet, young and happy” is how Philippine showbiz’s Teen Queen Kathryn Bernardo describes her self-titled debut album to be initially released online by Star Music this Sunday (November 30) via Starmusic.ph. It will be available at all record bars nationwide beginning December 5 (Friday). According...

Filipino Warriors to hold open workout on Tuesday

Three of the biggest sports stars in the Philippines are set to hold a workout to showcase their skills this coming Tuesday. Kevin Belingon, Eduard Folayang and Honorio Banario are set to return to action at ONE FC: WARRIOR’S WAY, and prior to the biggest bouts of their lives, will showcase to a select...

Christian Bale is Moses in ‘Exodus: Gods and Kings’

One man’s destiny to rule an empire is about to be challenged by a man destined to defy it in Ridley Scott’s “Exodus: Gods and Kings” starring Christian Bale as Moses and Joel Edgerton as Ramses. The film’s intrigue, scale, scope, adventurer and vivid characters provide a unique theatrical event. The...

WATCH: ‘Dream Dad’ pilot episode

ABS-CBN has uploaded the pilot episode of “Dream Dad” on YouTube. The series premiered on Monday, November 24th. It stars Zanjoe Marudo, Beauty Gonzales, Maxene Magalona, Dante Ponce, Gloria Diaz, Ariel Ureta and Jana Agoncillo....

‘#Y’ starring Elmo Magalona, Coleen Garcia in cinemas December 10 (Trailers)

Star Cinema has released the full trailer of “#Y,” a Cinemalaya 10 entry starring Elmo Magalona, Coleen Garcia, Sophie Albert and Kit Thompson....

‘Be Careful With My Heart’ celebrates ‘Global Kapit-Bisig Day’ on Friday

Kapamilya viewers all over the world are set to join forces for the “Global Kapit-Bisig Day” on Friday (November 28) as the country’s number one feel-good habit “Be Careful With My Heart” airs its final episode simultaneously on ABS-CBN and The Filipino Channel (TFC) in Europe and Middle East. Fans...

ABS-CBN, DZMM win TV and Radio Stations of the Year at PMAP Makatao Awards anew

ABS-CBN received its eleventh TV Station of the Year award for 2014 from the 4th Makatao Awards for Media Excellence given by People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP) on Tuesday (Nov 25). ABS-CBN’s flagship AM radio station DZMM, meanwhile, was named as the Radio Station of the Year...

Wednesday, November 26, 2014

‘Dream Dad’ tops nationwide TV ratings

Newest “Kapamilya couple” Zanjoe Marudo and Kapamilya child actress Jana Agoncillo quickly got TV viewers hooked as the pilot episode of ABS-CBN’s newest charming primetime drama series “Dream Dad” won national TV ratings. Based on data from Kantar Media last Monday (November 24), “Dream Dad” debuted...

Liza Soberano’s confession to Enrique Gil in ‘Forevermore’ trends on Twitter

Liza Soberano shocked and thrilled “Forevermore” viewers on Tuesday (November 25) when her character on ABS-CBN’s most-watched romantic-drama series, Agnes, confessed her real feelings to Xander, portrayed by Enrique Gil. In the episode, Agnes suddenly admitted in front of her father and the townfolk...

ABS-CBN makes Yuletide season more meaningful with ‘Give Love on Christmas’

ABS-CBN is set to make the celebration of the Yuletide season more meaningful as it shares valuable life lessons to TV viewers through its Christmas special “Give Love on Christmas” that will begin on Monday (December 1). “Give Love on Christmas” will first feature the story titled “The Gift Giver”...

Megan Young talks about being Miss World in Metro Holiday Fantasy Issue (Dec 2014)

Megan Young is living every girl’s fantasy – being a Beauty Queen and being crowned Miss World 2013. In the span of one year, Megan has transformed from the queen that has wowed the crowd to the queen that has captured the hearts of many. In Metro Magazine’s Holiday Fantasy issue, Megan Young takes...

Kim Chiu admits friendship with Xian Lim has gotten more special

Rumored real-life and onscreen couple Kim Chiu and Xian Lim, or “KimXi” as fondly called by their fans, remain elusive on questions about the real status of their relationship in their thrilling interview with Anthony Taberna. The “Past Tense” stars, however, tease their fans by admitting that they...

Tuesday, November 25, 2014

'Shake Rattle & Roll XV' official trailer released

Regal Films has released the full trailer for "Shake Rattle & Roll XV" which is an official entry to the 2014 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF)....

Kathryn Bernardo's debut album to be released online this Sunday

“Sweet, young and happy” is how Philippine showbiz’s Teen Queen Kathryn Bernardo describes her self-titled debut album to be initially released online by Star Music this Sunday (November 30) via Starmusic.ph. It will be available at all record bars nationwide beginning December 5 (Friday). According...

Julia Barretto and Iñigo Pascual team up for the first time in 'MMK'

Showbiz royalties Julia Barretto and Iñigo Pascual will be paired up for the first time in the upcoming romantic drama episode of ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya” this Saturday (November 29). They will play the roles of close friends Karen and Christian. With her father’s strict upbringing, Karen promises...

Joel Edgerton is Ramses in 'Exodus: Gods and Kings' (3rd International Trailer)

From acclaimed director Ridley Scott ("Gladiator," "Prometheus") comes the epic adventure "Exodus: Gods and Kings," the story of one man’s daring courage to take on the might of an empire. Using state of the art visual effects and 3D immersion, Scott brings new life to the story of the defiant leader...

Monday, November 24, 2014

Lani Misalucha sings DZMM 2014 Christmas Station ID Theme Song

DZMM shows gratitude to inspiring Filipinos and pays tribute to their compassion for each other in its newest Christmas station ID that features Asia’s Nightingale Lani Misalucha. It will be launched on Monday (November 24). “It’s always a great privilege for me to be singing a song for a radio station...

'Dream Dad' to share new kind of love story starting Monday on ABS-CBN

ABS-CBN’s newest feel-good family drama series “Dream Dad” is set to bring positive vibes on primetime TV beginning Monday (November 24). The upcoming teleserye will introduce the newest ‘Kapamilya couple,’ Zanjoe Marudo and Kapamilya child actress Jana Agoncillo. “Dream Dad” will revolve around...

Lyca Gairanod & Poppert Berdanas sing 'Luha' ('The Voice PH')

Four-chair turner Poppert Berdanas who sang Aegis' "Luha" for his Blind Audition happily agreed to coach Lea Salonga's request that he does a duet with "The Voice Kids" winner Lyca Gairanod who also sang an Aegis song for her Blind Audition....

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Friday, November 21, 2014

Enthralling animation in 'The House of Magic' (Poster)

“The House of Magic,” a Belgian-French-American computer-animated fantasy-comedy film, produced by avant-garde production Anton Capital Entertainment and directed by Ben Stassen and Jeremy Degruson, focuses on an abandoned young cat named Thunder who seeks shelter in the home of an old, retired magician...

Joyce Bernal directs Darryl Shy's "Ang Pag-ibig Kong Ito" filmeo starring Alex Medina

Veteran blockbuster movie director Bb. Joyce Bernal joins Darryl Shy’s musical ride as she directs the “filmeo,” an edgy film-like music video of Star Music’s folk-pop maestro’s carrier single, “Ang Pag-ibig Kong Ito.” The filmeo will star award-winning actor Alex Medina, who plays a man whose heart...

Pacquiao all set to defend WBO Welterweight title against Algieri

Sporting fans around the world are anticipating the biggest boxing match of the year as Fighter of the Decade Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao goes head to head with New York’s (U.S.A.) undefeated World Boxing Organization (WBO) Junior Welterweight Champion Chris Algieri to defend his WBO Welterweight Title...

Ice cream vendor, working student, back-to-back millionaires in "It's Showtime's" 'Isang Tanong, Isang Milyon'

Christmas has come early for two madlang people in “It’s Showtime” after they won P1 million on two consecutive days in the noontime program’s newest segment ‘Isang Tanong, Isang Milyon.’ Roberto Bulanhagui, who has been an ice cream vendor for 40 years in Luneta, was hailed as the segment’s first-ever...

Kathryn Bernardo makes it up to her family in 'Wansapanataym'

Kathryn Bernardo’s character in “Wansapanataym” is determined to do everything to change and make it up to her family in the continuation of ‘Puppy Ko Si Papi’ this Sunday (November 23). Because she feels more guilty with all the disrespectful things she did to her father Douglas (Dominic Ochoa),...

Bamboo meets former Rivermaya vocalist in 'The Voice PH' Blind Auditions

“The Voice of the Philippines” coach Bamboo faces off with the former vocalist of Rivermaya, the band that jumpstarted the rock icon’s own musical career this weekend (Nov 22 and 23) in the top-rating and Twitter-trending singing-reality show’s blind auditions. Before fronting the said band and eventually...

Thursday, November 20, 2014

'Cinderella' starring Lily James, Richard Madden - Official Full Trailer released

The full trailer for the upcoming live-action version of "Cinderella" has been released by Walt Disney Studios Philippines....

'Project Almanac' official trailer released

The official trailer for "Project Almanac" has been released. Starring Jonny Weston, Sofia Black-D’Elia, Sam Lerner, Allen Evangelista and Ginny Gardner, the movie is opening in the Philippines on February 4, 2015....

Wednesday, November 19, 2014

'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay-Part 1' rebellion starts November 20

The world’s hunger for the most anticipated “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1” will finally be filled when the biggest-projected movie to open this 2014 opens  November 20 (Phils.). Tracking projections on this week’s opening movies continues and “Mockingjay –Part 1” stays on top of the...

Tuesday, November 18, 2014

'The Peanuts Movie' Holiday Sneak Peek

Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the beloved “Peanuts” gang make their big-screen debut, like they’ve never been seen before, developed with the latest breakthrough in 3D animation. Snoopy, the world’s most lovable beagle – and flying ace – embarks upon his greatest mission as he...

'Bagito' starring Nash Aguas and Alexa Ilacad debuts strongly in national TV ratings

Kapamilya teen stars Nash Aguas and Alexa Ilacad have proven the magic of their love team as the pilot episode of their first primetime drama series in ABS-CBN “Bagito” debuted strong in national TV ratings. Based on data from Kantar Media on Monday (November 17), the pilot episode of Nash and Alexa’s...

'MMK Tacloban' tops ratings, trends on Twitter

The “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK) episode featuring the story of honesty, hope, and survival of a prisoner in Tacloban named Jomar (played by Ejay Falcon) — who voluntarily returned to prison after helping his family when super typhoon Yolanda struck their province — was the most-watched weekend TV program...

'Be Careful With My Heart' to end November 28

Kapamilya viewers all over the world are set to join forces for the “Global Kapit-Bisig Day” on November 28 (Friday) as the country’s number one feel-good habit “Be Careful With My Heart” airs its final episode simultaneously on ABS-CBN and The Filipino Channel website (TFC.TV). Fans and supporters...

Liam Hemsworth as Gale Hawthorne in "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1"

Blazing at cinemas nationwide this November 20 in the Philippines, “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1” stars Liam Hemsworth who is reprising his role as Gale Hawthorne who finds himself at the tipping point in the latest installment following the events that transpired in “Catching Fire.” In...

Monday, November 17, 2014

John Malkovich voices Octavius Brine in 'Penguins of Madagascar'

John Malkovich, considered as one of the world’s lead actor of his generation and who has made an important mark in cinema, lends voice to Dreamworks’ “Penguins of Madagascar’s” tentacled nemesis who goes by the name Dave aka Dr. Octavius Brine. A renowned geneticist, cheese-enthusiast (at least...

Cinema One Originals Festival 2014 - Winners

Kapamilya actress Angelica Panganiban was named Best Actress at the recently-held 2014 Cinema One Originals Festival awards night for her role in Antoinette Jadaone's "That Thing Called Tadhana." The "Esprit de Corps" won Best Director for Kanakan Balintagos, Best Actor for Sandino Martin (who tied...

'Dream Dad' starring Zanjoe Marudo to premiere Nov. 24 (Teaser)

Zanjoe Marudo will be everyone's "Dream Dad" starring November 24 as the series premieres, replacing soon-to-end "Hawak Kamay" on its timeslot....

ABS-CBN's film restoration campaign: More than just preserving classic Filipino films

When film restoration in the country is being talked about, the first thing that will come into mind is the restoration of classic Filipino films the likes of “Himala” and “Oro Plata Mata.” But for ABS-CBN Film Archives, the country’s pioneer in locally restoring and remastering films, the preservation...

'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1' predicted to earn $150M on opening weekend

The most-awaited first part of the penultimate chapter of the world’s bestselling YA novel adapted to screen “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay –Part 1” stands to be the top movie choice at the box-office this coming week and is expected to earn at least US$150 million on its opening weekend in a report...

'Exodus: Gods and Kings' employs state-of-the-art visual effects for monumental movie experience (Trailer)

The most ambitious and biggest theatrical event is about to happen in the Philippines when “Exodus: Gods and Kings” opens December 5 in cinemas nationwide – presented in 2D, 3D and IMAX 3D format. Crafted by world-acclaimed master filmmaker Ridley Scott (“Alien,” “Gladiator,” “Prometheus,” “Black...

Sunday, November 16, 2014

‘Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo’ - Teasers

Teasers for the “Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo,” a 2014 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) entry, has been released. It opens in cinemas December 25....

ABS-CBN shares value of parents’ guidance through ‘Bagito’

Kapamilya teen stars Nash Aguas and Alexa Ilacad will teach viewers the youth’s great need for their parents’ guidance in their first primetime drama series on ABS-CBN titled “Bagito,” which will air this Monday (November 17). “Bagito,” which is based on the hit Wattpad series written by Noreen...

Saturday, November 15, 2014

'Bagito' to premiere on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida on Monday

"Bagito" starring Nash Aguas and Alexa Ilacad is going to premiere on ABS-CBN Primetime Biday on Monday, November 17, 2014. It will take the before-evening-news timeslot left by "Pure Love" which ended last Friday....

Friday, November 14, 2014

‘Past Tense’ stars Kim, Xian, Ai-Ai to grace ‘ASAP 19’ stage

“ASAP 19″ is all set for one awesome family day this Sunday (November 16) as this year’s exciting team-up of Xian Lim and Kim Chiu together with the Comedy Queen Ai Ai Delas Alas grace the ASAP center stage with their comedy film “Past Tense.” Aside from the Xian, Kim, and Ai Ai movie team-up, the...

‘Thank You, Ang Babait Ninyo’ - ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2014

The “Thank You Ang Babait Ninyo” station ID is part of ABS-CBN’s Christmas campaign for 2014. It’s theme song was sung by “The Voice Kids” finalists Lyca, Darren, Juan Karlos, and Darlene and written by Robert Labayen, Lloyd Oliver Corpuz, Love Rose de Leon with music by Amber and Marcus Davis....

Satellite technology reveals chilling secrets in ‘The Pyramid’

A team of U.S. archaeologists is about to get more than it bargained for when it discovers a lost pyramid unlike any other in the Egyptian desert. As they unlock the terrifying secrets buried within, they realize they aren't just trapped; they are being hunted in “The Pyramid.” The ancient wonders...

‘The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1’ - District 13’s rebels and warriors

War is on in the world’s most awaited survival game onscreen, “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1” that reveals for the first time the most covert place in all of Panem: secretive District 13, where Panem’s rebels have carved out their own rigidly ordered society miles underground....

Former Gilas Pilipinas coach Chot Reyes takes the spotlight in ‘The Bottomline’

Primarily known as one of the greatest coaches of Philippine Basketball and head coach of the Philippine National basketball team, Smart Gilas Pilipinas, Chot Reyes takes the spotlight this Saturday (November 15) in “The Bottomline with Boy Abunda” to talk about patriotism and its importance in the...

Chalk brightens the #ChalkLiveYoung party

After weeks of promotions, tours, radio and TV guestings, CHALK Magazine is ready to end its Bright Young Manila campaign in a bright and fun way – by throwing the most radical and colorful party in the metro. CHALK Magazine’s Bright Young Manila campaign allowed students to take a glimpse on how...

Zanjoe Marudo, Jana Agoncillo in a new kind of love story in ‘Dream Dad’

ABS-CBN’s newest feel-good family drama series “Dream Dad” is set to bring positive vibes on primetime TV beginning Monday (November 24). The upcoming teleserye will introduce the newest ‘Kapamilya couple,’ Zanjoe Marudo and Kapamilya child actress Jana Agoncillo. “Dream Dad” will revolve around...

Kathryn Bernardo’s “Wansapanataym” special wins in national TV ratings, trends on Twitter

Teen Queen Kathryn Bernardo’s continues to work her charm with kids, teenagers, and the whole family as her “Wansapanataym” special ‘Puppy Ko Si Papi’ debuted strong in national TV ratings. According to data from Kantar Media last Sunday (November 9), the first episode of Kathryn’s “Wansapanataym”...

‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ releases new trailer

A new trailer for the upcoming movie, “Fifty Shades of Grey,” has been released. The movie stars Jamie Dornan as the powerful businessman Christian Grey, and Dakota Johnson as the college student Anastasia Steele. It opens in cinemas Valentine's Day 2015....

'The Clash' begins search for The Next Great Dessert Master

From the talent search that brought you Curiosity Got the Chef’s Sharwin Tee, Lifestyle Network has whipped up a reality show in search of the Next Great Dessert Master. The ultimate dessert making competition “The Clash” is the sugar rush any passionate dessert maker is looking for. Hosted by the...

UFC Welterweight Champion Carlos Condit thrills crowd during open training

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) welterweight fighter Carlos Condit wowed the UFC fans at the Trinoma Activity Center during his open training last November 8. The UFC fighter who holds a 29-8-0 fight record showed no signs of slowing down despite a recent knee surgery as he displayed crisp...

Thursday, November 13, 2014

'Insurgent' - Teaser Trailer

The first teaser trailer for "The Divergent Series: Insurgent" has been released. The movie stars Shailene Woodley, Theo James, Octavia Spencer, Jai Courtney, Ray Stevenson, Zoe Kravitz, Miles Teller, Ansel Elgort, Maggie Q, Mekhi Phifer, Daniel Dae Kim, Naomi Watts, and Kate Winslet. It opens in cinemas March 20, 2015....

'Failon Ngayon' wins in London for Yolanda coverage

ABS-CBN current affairs program “Failon Ngayon” recently bagged an honor at the International Media Excellence Awards given by the Association for International Broadcasting (AIB) in the United Kingdom. “Failon Ngayon” won the Best Domestic Current Affairs Documentary for Television for its coverage...

Jason Abalos hated by viewers for controversial role in 'Two Wives'

Actor Jason Abalos feels flattered whenever he receives hate messages from viewers due to his controversial role as Victor in “Two Wives,” in which he co-stars with Kaye Abad (Yvonne) and Erich Gonzales (Janine). “I always get sworn at by men and women on Twitter. Of course, I don’t get offended....

John Lloyd Cruz gets sick

Kapamilya favorite movie and TV actor John Lloyd Cruz exposes how it feels like to miss work-for the first time! On the next episode of “Home Sweetie Home,” Romeo (John Lloyd Cruz) gets sick because he got drenched in the rain while on the way home from work. Because of the unfortunate event, Romeo,...