Saturday, January 31, 2015

Julia Barretto's secret discovered by Iñigo Pascual

The special friendship of Julia Barretto and Iñigo Pascual’s characters gets deeper this Sunday (February 1) in the continuation of their “Wansapanataym” special “Wish Upon A Lusis.”

Inigo Pascual and Julia Barretto - Wansapanataym

After JP (Iñigo) discovers her real identity, Joy (Julia) finally reveals to him the power of the “magic lusis” that brought them together.

Charo Santos-Concio named outstanding Paulinian alumna

ABS-CBN president and chief executive officer (CEO) Charo Santos-Concio was recently conferred the Fleur-de-lis Award, the highest form of honor given to outstanding graduates of St. Paul University Manila.

ABS-CBN president and CEO Charo Santos Concio personally receives her Fleur de lis Award at St. Paul University Manila

According to St. Paul University Manila president Sister Ma. Evangeline Anastacio, Santos-Concio was cited for her outstanding achievements in the field of television and unwavering loyalty to her alma mater.

ABS-CBN wins at Mapúa's 1st Gawad Kamalayan Awards

ABS-CBN Corporation was hailed as the Best TV Station at the first Gawad Kamalayan Awards of Mapúa Institute of Technology held on Thursday (January 29) at the Mapúa campus in Intramuros, Manila.

ABS-CBN won 11 awards including Best TV Station at the first Gawad Kamalayan Awards of Mapúa Institute of Technology

“TV Patrol” won as the Best News Program, “Rated K” as Best Magazine Show, “Umagang Kay Ganda” as Best Feature and Lifestyle Show, “ASAP” as Best Variety Program, “Maalaala Mo Kaya” as Best Drama Program, and ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation as Best Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Project.

The Vamps to grace 'ASAP 20' this Sunday

The February fever official begins on “ASAP 20” as the worldwide teen phenomenon and British pop band The Vamps joins the party this Sunday (Feb 1).

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From a world class act, a grand birthday bash also awaits a world class performer and the country’s one and only Concert King Martin Nievera.

'Unforgettable Love' features a different Jerry Yan

The original Asianovela heartthrob Jerry Yan returns to PH primetime television as an eligible bachelor turned instant father in ABS-CBN’s newest Asian drama “Unforgettable Love.”

Unforgettable Love

First loved by Filipinos as Dao Ming Si in the phenomenal Taiwanese series “Meteor Garden,” Jerry takes on his most challenging and most romantic role yet in this drama produced and shot in mainland China. Playing opposite him as his love interest is one of China’s most popular actresses, Tong Li Ya.

Kristine Hermosa & Oyo Sotto's love story, Dingdong Dantes & Marian Rivera's wedding featured in StarStudio February 2015

Kristine Hermosa and Oyo Sotto take the lead among the 10 celebrity couples featured in StarStudio’s fully loaded kilig issue for February with an exclusive interview with the Sotto couple together with the newest addition to their growing brood, Kaleb Hanns Sotto.

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Kristine and Oyo also spill their secrets on how they raise their kids away from the glitz and glamour of showbiz and how they keep their love alive plus an inside scoop on Kristine’s thoughts on a big comeback.

Iñigo Pascual, Julia Barretto cover Chalk February 2015

Julia Barretto and Inigo Pascual, two of the country’s hottest teen stars embrace the single life and share about their rising showbiz careers in Chalk magazine’s first Singles Issue for February.

Iñigo Pascual, Julia Barretto for Chalk Feb. 2015

Groomed to be the next Kapamilya love team royalty, Julia and Inigo speak up about how it’s like to be exposed to the limelight at a young age with a showbiz history in their family’s roots. The teen stars also gave Chalk magazine a sneak peek of their lives before they entered the glitzy world of showbiz and their approach on dealing with issues that come with fame.

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

'Fantastic Four' trailer released (VIDEO)

The first trailer for the "Fantastic Four" re-boot has been released. Directed by Josh Trank, the movie stars Miles Teller, Kate Mara, Michael B. Jordan, Toby Kebbell and Jamie Bell. It is set for an August 7, 2015 (USA) release.

Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Monday, January 26, 2015

Paulina Vega of Colombia wins Miss Universe 2014

Miss Colombia Paulina Vega was named the 63rd Miss Universe (2014) on Sunday, January 25th (Monday morning in Manila) in Florida, USA. The pageant night hosted by Natalie Morales and Thomas Roberts with Jeannie Mai.

Paulina Vega

Paulina Vega, 22, bested 87 other contestants, including the Philippines’ Mary Jean Lastimosa, 27, who went as far as the Top 10.

Sunday, January 25, 2015

Jolina and Marvin's "Flordeliza" airs on a new timeslot

Beginning Monday (January 26), the Twitter-trending afternoon drama series “Flordeliza” starring Jolina Magdangal and Marvin Agustin will air on a new time slot, 2:30PM, on ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold block.

Flordeliza

Meanwhile, the story’s plot thickens now that Florida (Jolina) resides with Crisanto (Marvin) and his legal wife, Elizabeth (Desiree del Valle).

Friday, January 23, 2015

63rd Miss Universe Pageant to air live on ABS-CBN and Lifestyle Network

Make sure that you don’t miss out on real-time updates on the 63rd Miss Universe Pageant by tuning into Lifestyle Network and ABS-CBN on Monday (January 26) as it brings to Philippine TV  the live airing of the 63rd Miss Universe Pageant on the Lifestyle Network and via satellite airing on ABS-CBN.

Mary Jean Lastimosa

The stage is all set for the most glamorous night in Florida as 88 beautiful ladies representing their country display elegance and brilliance for the 63rd Miss Universe Pageant. The Philippines’ representative, 2014 Bb. Pilipinas Mary Jean Lastimosa is among the pool of women who has the chance to be crowned Miss Universe.

Watch 63rd Miss Universe on ABS-CBN

Watch the most beautiful day in the universe via satellite on ABS-CBN this Monday (Jan 26) at 10 AM as the most beautiful women from 88 different countries around the world compete for the crown of “Miss Universe” in Doral-Miami, Florida.

Mary Jean Lastimosa, Miss Philippines 2014 is photographed by fashion photographer Fadil Berisha in Yamamay for Miss Universe swimwear upon arriving to the Trump National Doral Miami. The 63rd Annual MISS UNIVERSE® Pageant contestants are touring, filming, rehearsing and preparing to compete for the DIC Crown in Doral-Miami, Florida. Tune in to the NBC telecast at 8:00 PM ET on January 25, 2015 live from the FIU Arena to see who will be crowned the 63rd Miss Universe. HO/Miss Universe Organization L.P., LLLP -- Extreme Retouching for Glamor --

Will the Philippines’ bet Mary Jean Lastimosa finally take home the coveted title? Since 2010, the Philippines has been part of the top five with Venus Raj finishing 4th runner up in the said year, Shamcey Supsup and Ariella Arida clinching 3rd runner up in 2011 and 2013,  and Janine Tugonon getting closest to the crown when she finished 1st runner up to 2012 Miss Universe Olivia Culpo.

Daniel Matsunaga joins ‘Two Wives’ cast, trends on Twitter

There’s another reason to watch “Two Wives,” and that is Daniel Matsunaga’s character Kenjie, a popular soccer superstar who will be smitten with Janine (Erich Gonzales).

Erich Gonzales and Daniel Matsunaga on the set of Two Wives

The Brazilian hunk instantly became a top trending topic on social networking site Twitter last Friday (Jan 16) when his character was introduced in the episode of the top-rating primetime series.

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Wednesday, January 21, 2015

Edgar Allan Guzman plays gay caregiver in ‘MMK’

Edgar Allan Guzman will portray the character of a gay caregiver named Jing on ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya” this Saturday (January 24).

Edgar Allan Guzman, Noni Buencamino, Shamaine Buencamino - MMK

He will be co-starring with veteran actor Noni Buencamino who will play Jing’s father, Adoy, who despite his disapproval of his son’s sexual preference, remained the strength of his child especially during life’s hardest trials.

Will Julia Montes do more sexy roles after daring scene with Gerald Anderson?

Julia Montes might have engaged in a daring love scene with Gerald Anderson in their upcoming movie “Halik Sa Hangin,” but the actress clarifies in “Tapatan Ni Tunying” that this is not the start of her sexy career track.

Julia Montes

In Anthony Taberna’s interview with Julia airing this Thursday (January 22), the 19-year-old actress shares that viewers might expect her to do daring roles as she used to play characters that were much more mature for her age.

Janella Salvador’s “Oh My G” debuts on top

ABS-CBN’s newest daytime drama series “Oh My G” starring Kapamilya teen star Janella Salvador quickly got the viewers hooked as it debuted as the most watched daytime TV program in the country.

Oh My G

According to data from Kantar Media last Monday (January 19), the premiere of Janella’s teleserye scored a national TV rating of 15.5%, or double that of its rival program in GMA “The Ryzza Mae Show” (7.7%).

Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Bruce Willis creates humanoids in explosive sci-fi action 'Vice'

Bruce Willis gears for action against both humans and robots in the sci-fi “Vice” where he plays Julian Michaels who has designed the ultimate resort – a place where anything goes and the customers can play out their wildest fantasies with artificial inhabitants who look, think and feel like humans.

Bruce Willis in Vice

When an artificial (Ambyr Childers) becomes self-aware and escapes, she finds herself caught in the crossfire between Julian's mercenaries and a cop (Thomas Jane) who is hell-bent on shutting down Vice, and stopping the violence once and for all.

Johnny Depp joined by stellar cast in action comedy 'Mortdecai'

Upbeat, satirical and utterly hilarious, the novels featuring Charlie and his manservant Jock Strapp had Johnny Depp laughing out loud after reading the script for the film “Mortdecai.”

Mortdecai poster

“I’d read them years before and they made me laugh out loud,” says Depp. “They are irreverent and insane in a way I thought would translate well to the screen.”

Laura Dern is Reese Witherspoon's mother in "Wild"

Laura Dern who recently portrayed an inspiring mother caring for a cancer-stricken daughter in “Fault In Our Stars” opposite Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort stars anew in her Academy-Award nominated role in “Wild” starring alongside Academy Award winner Reese Witherspoon.

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Dern lends her acting sensibilities once again in “Wild” as she plays mother to Witherspoon's Cheryl who adores her to the heavens.

Mirian Defensor-Santiago's book "Stupid is Forever" is bestselling book of 2014

Sen. Miriam Defensor-Santiago’s “Stupid is Forever,” a collection of her memorable punch lines, jokes, and one-liners sold over 110,000 copies since its launch in December, making it the fastest and best-selling book of 2014.

ABSCBNpr photo - Sen. Miriam Defensor Santiago's Stupid is Forever

Due to popular demand, Senator Santiago will have another book signing on Thursday (January 22), 2-4PM at National Book Store Glorietta 5 after the success of her book launch and book signing over a month ago.

Iñigo Pascual falls in love with Julia Barretto in 'Wansapanataym'

The characters of showbiz royalties Julia Barretto and Iñigo Pascual find their way back to each other’s arms this Sunday (January 25) in the continuation of their “Wansapanataym” special “Wish Upon A Lusis.”

Iñigo Pascual and Julia Barretto

Despite his father’s objection, JP (Iñigo) is ready to do everything to find Joy (Julia), the girl who has captured his heart.

Lea Salonga refuses to comment on Joniver Robles' removal from "The Voice PH"

"The Voice of the Philippines" coach Lea Salonga refused to comment on the controversial removal of a contestant in the singing reality show as announced last Sunday.

Paddington Bear is now a movie star

Paddington Bear was first introduced to children in Michael Bond's 1958 book, "A Bear Called Paddington" and the subsequent Paddington Bear series has sold over 35 million copies and been  translated into 40 languages. The antics of the little bear from Darkest Peru, whose perfect manners and good intentions frequently lead to comical mishaps and moments of high chaos, have captured hearts the world over and the stories are now internationally recognized as modern children’s classics.

Paddington

It's perhaps surprising that it has taken so long for Paddington Bear to be made into a film. Following several incarnations for the small screen - including a hugely successful 56-episode British television series which began in 1975, designed and directed by Ivor Wood for FilmFair with the distinctive narration of Michael Hordern - this particular "Paddington" marks the very first time that author Michael Bond has given his blessing for his beloved characters to be brought to the big screen.

Christoph Waltz tries to crack the meaning of life in 'The Zero Theorem'

Acclaimed director Terry Gilliam ("Brazil," "12 Monkeys," "Fear" and "Loathing in Las Vegas") returns with the visually stunning sci-fi epic "The Zero Theorem."

Christoph Waltz - The Zero Theorem

The movie stars Academy Award winner Christoph Waltz as Qohen, an eccentric and reclusive computer genius. Living in isolation, Qohen is obsessively working on a mysterious project personally delegated to him by Management (Matt Damon) aimed at discovering the meaning of life—or the complete lack of one—once and for all.

Monday, January 19, 2015

'The Divergent Series: Insurgent' opens March 19 - Poster and Teaser

Golden Globe®-nominee Shailene Woodley who starred in 2014’s young adult blockbuster movie “The Fault In Our Stars” reprises her role in the most anticipated second installment of her action starrer “The Divergent Series: Insurgent” along with returning cast headed by Academy Award®-winners Kate Winslet and Octavia Spencer, Theo James, Ansel Elgort, Jai Courtney, Ray Stevenson, Zoë Kravitz, Miles Teller, Maggie Q and Mekhi Phifer.

INSURGENT poster

"The Divergent Series: Insurgent" is based on author Veronica Roth’s New York Times best-seller of the same name that has sold nearly 30 million copies worldwide. The film is directed by Robert Schwentke from a screenplay by Brian Duffield, Akiva Goldsman and Mark Bomback and produced by Douglas Wick and Lucy Fisher following its first “Divergent” feature film that grossed nearly $300 million at the global box office.

'Spy' trailer released (VIDEO)

The latest “Spy” in town is on the loose, the CIA’s top analyst has a new identity! Melissa McCarthy along with a stellar cast of interesting actors including Jude Law, Jason Statham and Rose Byrne star in the latest explosive action comedy “Spy.”

Melissa McCarthy in Spy

Susan Cooper (Melissa McCarthy), a shy deskbound CIA analyst, goes on a mission to help a field agent in trouble. Employing outrageous identities and fancy spy gadgets, she attempts to infiltrate the shadowy world of an alluring but dangerous weapons dealer. She leaves a trail of mayhem crisscrossing Europe, utilizing deception and false bravado to try and outwit her quarry and locate a stolen nuke.

Jonniver Robles kicked out of 'The Voice PH'

Jonniver Robles was "kicked out" of "The Voice of the Philippines" as announced by his coach, Bamboo Mañalac, on Sunday night's Knockouts episode of the singing reality show. He was replaced by Rita Martinez, the eliminated artists from Jonniver's group.

Sunday, January 18, 2015

Johnny Depp stars in action-packed comedy 'Mortdecai'

Johnny Depp's chameleon-like talent to effectively transform himself in any given role is again punctuated in the laugh-out-loud movie “Mortdecai” along with a stellar cast that includes Gwyneth Paltrow, Ewan McGregor, Paul Bettany, Olivia Munn and Jeff Goldblum.

Johnny Depp is Mortdecai

Based on the charismatic anti-hero popular trilogy by Kyril Bonfiglioli - (“Don’t Point That Thing at Me,” “Something Nasty in the Woodshed” and “After You with the Pistol”), Charlie Mortdecai is a professional bon vivant and occasional art dealer perpetually at the end of his financial rope. In “Mortdecai,” Charlie charms, schemes and blunders his way in and out of hilariously compromising situations as he attempts to beat out an array of international evildoers on the trail of a priceless Goya masterpiece that could also be the key to claiming missing Nazi millions.

Reese Witherspoon hikes America's roughest trail for 94 days in "Wild"

Pacific Crest Trail, America’s wildest through-rail, with its infamous harsh passages, has recently rose to further prominence in the latest Reese Witherspoon starrer – “Wild,” based upon the personal accounts of Cheryl Strayed’s journey to bring her life back together after losing everything that deeply meant to her.

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Wilderness epics have been around since the beginning of cinema. But from the 1912 silent film “The Conquest of the Pole” to “Jeremiah Johnson” to “Into The Wild” to “127 Hours,” nearly all have traced the paths of men far from civilization. But the fact that "Wild" takes a different, less expected direction drew a devoted group of filmmakers.

Emma Stone receives Oscar nomination for 'Birdman' role

This year’s frontrunner at the Oscars, “Birdman” will open exclusively at Ayala Malls Cinemas on January 28 and has, thus far, dominated the Academy Award with nine nominations in major categories including Best Picture. Other notable nominations for “Birdman” includes Best Director (Alejandro González Iñárritu), Best Actor (Michael Keaton), Best Supporting Actor (Edward Norton), Best Supporting Actress (Emma Stone), Best Cinematography, Best Original Screenplay, Best Sound Editing and Best Sound Mixing.

Emma Stone as “Sam” in BIRDMAN. Photo by Alison Rosa. Copyright © 2014 Twentieth Century Fox.

In “Birdman,” Iñárritu’s black comedy, Riggan Thomson (Keaton) hopes that by spearheading an ambitious new Broadway play he will, among other things, revive his moribund career. In many ways, it is a deeply foolhardy move – but the former cinema superhero has high hopes that this creative gambit will legitimize him as an artist and prove to everyone – and himself – that he is not just a Hollywood has-been.

Saturday, January 17, 2015

Friday, January 16, 2015

Zach Galifianakis brings comedic talent in 'Birdman'

Zach Galifianakis is widely known for his impeccable comedic timing lending unforgettable hilarious moments and lines in box-office hit comedy movies such as “The Hangover” series, “Due Date” and “G-Force.”

Zach Galifianakis as “Jake” in BIRDMAN. Photo by Alison Rosa. Copyright © 2014 Twentieth Century Fox.

Galifianakis takes a turn for a change and once again brings his unique comedic talent in the dark comedy “Birdman” opposite Michael Keaton along with an ensemble cast including Emma Stone, Naomi Watts, Ed Norton, Andrea Riseborough, Amy Ryan, Lindsay Duncan, Merritt Wever, Jeremy Shamos, Bill Camp and Damian Young that will exclusively open at Ayala Malls Cinemas nationwide on January 28.

Inspirational bestselling memoir adapted in 'Wild' starring Reese Witherspoon

A messed-up woman’s coming of age unfolds in cinemas in “Wild,” produced and starred in by Academy Award winner Reese Witherspoon based on Cheryl Strayed’s memoir “Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail.”

Reese Witherspoon in Wild

Thinking she’d lost everything, Cheryl walked out of her broken-down life and into the deep wilderness on a 1,100-mile solo hike that would take her to the edge.

Sarah and Bamboo complete their teams in final Knockout Rounds of 'The Voice PH'

It’s the last chance of Team Sarah and Team Bamboo’s artists to showcase their voices and prove they deserve a spot in the Live Shows as they clash in the final knockout rounds of the top-rating and Twitter-trending “The Voice of the Philippines” this weekend (Jan 17 and 18).

Team Bamboo and Team Sarah - The Voice PH 2

Some of the artists will perform songs that are housed in their own genres, while the others will step out of their comfort zones in order to pursuade their coaches to pick them for their Top 6-member squad. Who will edge out the others?

Thursday, January 15, 2015

Toni and John Lloyd off to Japan for "Home Sweetie Home's" 1st anniversary

Kapamilya royalties John Lloyd Cruz and Toni Gonzaga playing the adorable couple Romeo and Julie in the hit comedy sitcom, “Home Sweetie Home,” will pack their bags and travel up north in the land of the rising sun for their first anniversary celebration this Saturday (January 17).

John Lloyd Cruz and Toni Gonzaga - Home Sweetie Home

When an unexpected business trip to Japan coincides with the couple’s anniversary, Julie gets upset. But Romeo pulls off a romantic trick up his sleeve and surprises Julie with an e-ticket so they can celebrate their anniversary together abroad. But how did Romeo manage todo this to turn Julie’s frown upside down?

Michael Keaton is Golden Globes Best Actor for 'Birdman'

This year’s Best Actor at the Golden Globes was recently awarded to Michael Keaton for his portrayal as an aging actor bent on pushing further his feats by starring and directing in a play in the dark comedy “Birdman.”

Michael Keaton in Birdman

Keaton, who also played the iconic Dark Knight in previously released blockbuster “Batman” movies, flies and dares to fight all odds to prove himself worthy of acclaim in his winning performance in the highly-lauded and celebrated “Birdman” movie.

Wednesday, January 14, 2015

KC Concepcion, Paulo Avelino to give their best 'gift' ever in "Give Love" finale

Award-winning actors KC Concepcion and Paulo Avelino will teach kids and families the importance of family and selflessness in the finale episode of ABS-CBN’s Christmas series “Give Love on Christmas Presents Exchange Gift” this Friday (January 16).

Give Love On Christmas - Exchange Gift

Despite the efforts of their son Jacob (Miguel Vergara) to keep their family together, Christian and Anna’s arguments just keep on getting worse as they carry on with their annulment.

'Oh My G' starring Janella Salvador premieres January 19

Singer-actress Janella Salvador stars in a unique love story that centers on the journey of an orphaned teenager in ABS-CBN’s newest feel-good drama series titled “Oh My G” which will begin airing on Monday (January 19).

Janella Salvador

“Unlike other love stories, ‘Oh My G’ is not purely about romance. It is about my role Sophie’s life as a teenager, her struggles in school, friends, love, and more importantly her faith,” said Janella whose character’s perfect life is about to turn around because of the death of her parents.

Alonzo Muhlach, Vito Quizon join "Goin' Bulilit"

The “Goin’ Bulilit” family is growing! Adding to the fun and excitement every Sunday with the gang are Alonzo Muhlach and Vito Quizon, the adorable sons of former child celebrities Nino Muhlach and Vandolph Quizon who are following the footsteps of their dads.

Alonzo Muhlach and Vito Quizon

Starting early in showbiz, Alonzo and Vito are in for a big break in “Goin’ Bulilit” as they display their comedic skills for their first appearance this Sunday (January 18) in the longtime running hit comedy show.

Venus Raj is a deaf beauty queen in 'MMK'

ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK) will share this Saturday (January 17) the inspiring life story of deaf beauty queen Christine Balaguer, who became one of the Top 13 candidates in this year’s Miss World Philippines pageant. Christine will be portrayed by Miss Universe Philippines 2010 Venus Raj.

Christine Balaguer, Venus Raj - MMK

Discover how Christine grew up to be optimistic, living a normal life despite her physical challenges, and how she became an inspiration for the deaf and other differently abled people like her to reach for their dreams.

Jane, Denise, Vina and Loisa are the different faces of love in 'Nasaan Ka Nang Kailangan Kita'

ABS-CBN will introduce to viewers four women who will depict the different faces of love this Monday (January 19) as it airs its newest afternoon drama series “Nasaan Ka Nang Kailangan Kita” starring Denise Laurel, Jane Oineza, Loisa Andalio, and Vina Morales.

Jane Oineza, Denise Laurel, Vina Morales, Loisa Andalio

After being abandoned by her father at such a young age, Cecilia (Vina) vowed to do everything to finish her studies and see her family whole again someday. Despite all the pain she endured, Cecilia eventually finds the love through Leandro (Christian Vasquez).

Tuesday, January 13, 2015

Monday, January 12, 2015

Sunday, January 11, 2015

Saturday, January 10, 2015

Reese Witherspoon hikes Pacific Crest Trail in 'Wild' - Trailer

An Academy Award-winning actress with a string of iconic performances behind her, Reese Witherspoon takes on perhaps her most challenging role yet in “Wild” - based on the bestselling and strikingly honest memoir “Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail” by author Cheryl Strayed.

Reese Witherspoon stars in Wild

While audiences will perhaps forever remember her as the charming lead of “Legally Blonde” - the film that first propelled her to stardom - or as the redoubtable winning performance as June Carter Cash in “Walk The Line,” now they will see her in a startling new light in “Wild.”

Julia Barretto and Iñigo Pascual topbill newest 'Wansapanataym' special

Kapamilya showbiz royalties Julia Barretto and Iñigo Pascual will share to TV viewers a story about love, family, and magic beginning this Sunday (January 11) as they star in the newest “Wansapanataym” special titled “Wish Upon A Lusis.”

Julia Barretto and Iñigo Pascual

In the story, Julia will give life to the role of Joy, a young girl who grew up in an orphanage and who desires nothing but to find a family who will love and accept her. Despite her sadness, Joy finds a new source of inspiration through the popular celebrity JP, to be portrayed by Iñigo.

'Bagito' to open new chapter this January

Kapamilya teen stars Nash Aguas, Alexa Ilacad, and Ella Cruz are excited for the big changes that are bound to happen in the lives of their characters as their top-rating primetime drama series on ABS-CBN “Bagito” opens a new chapter this January.

Ella Cruz, Nash Aguas, Alexa Ilacad - Bagito

“’Bagito’ has been such a big blessing for us in 2014. And to bring back the joy that our viewers gave us, we promise them more exciting events and revelations in the story that will keep them glued to their screens including the changes in Drew’s life as a teenager, a father, and a son,” shared Nash, who plays Drew in the story.

Thursday, January 8, 2015

JaDine, LizQuen, NLex on StarStudio January 2015 cover

Love teams James Reid and Nadine Lustre (JaDine), Liza Soberano and Enrique Gil (LizQuen) of "Forevermore," and Nash Aguas and Alexa Ilacad (NLex) of "Bagito" are all on the cover of StarStudio magazine's January 2015 issue.

Who will get knocked out of Team Apl and Team Lea? (The Voice PH)

The top-rating and Twitter-trending “The Voice of the Philippines” gets into its crucial knockout rounds beginning this Saturday (Jan 10), with the artists left to choose their own song that they believe best showcases their voice.

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Who will get booted out of the competition and who will move on to the Live Shows?

ABS-CBN sweeps all spots in Top 20 TV programs of 2014

ABS-CBN Corporation, the country’s largest multimedia conglomerate, capped off 2014 as the most watched TV network across urban and rural households in the country, and ultimately, attracting more viewers in the highly contested primetime block (6PM to 12MN).

ABS-CBN sweeps all spots in top 20 programs of 2014

Kantar Media’s data for the full year of 2014 showed that ABS-CBN garnered a total day (6AM to 12MN) average national audience share of 44%, or ten points higher than GMA’s 34%. ABS-CBN, meanwhile, remained supreme in the primetime block as it hit an average audience share of 49%, or a whopping 17-point lead over GMA’s 32%.

John Lloyd Cruz unleashes detective skills in 'Home Sweetie Home'

John Lloyd Cruz’s character in the hit comedy sitcom, “Home Sweetie Home” discovers a fraud seer in an old lady, Aling Corina (Nanette Inventor) who goes to Soo Agency to look for a job and showcases her fortune telling skills. When Aling Corina correctly mentions the name of Romeo’s (John Lloyd Cruz) hubby, Julie (Toni Gonzaga), and greets him for their anniversary, Romeo gets suspicious and unleashes his detective skills.

John Lloyd Cruz and Nanette Inventor - Home Sweetie Home

But what proof will Romeo have against the fake seer? Could someone be helping Aling Corina with her accurate predictions?

Piolo Pascual is Numero Uno on Cinema One for 2015

Tagged as Cinema One’s NUMERO UNO choice artist for January 2015, top billed Kapamilya leading man Piolo Pascual will be spicing up TV screens as his best performances in high-grossing movies will be featured all month long in Cinema One.

Piolo Pascual

Pascual, known for his diverse acting roles in Philippine cinema, has starred in blockbuster films that have left a mark in history. Some of his must-see films that will be shown this January in the country’s number one cable channel are “Every Breath U Take” a romantic comedy opposite Angelica Panganiban on January 9 (Friday, 11AM), the 2004 romantic drama “Milan” which earned Pascual his FAMAS Award for Best Actor on January 14 (Thursday, 5PM), the Erik Matti action-packed crime film “On The Job” which was one of the 21 films selected under the Directors’ Fortnight category in the prestigious 2013 Cannes Film Festival on January 23 (Friday, 10PM), and the 2014 blockbuster romantic comedy film “Starting Over Again” opposite Toni Gonzaga on January 30 (Friday, 10PM).

Adapting a book that's all texts and emails in 'Love, Rosie'

"Choosing the person you want to share your life with is one of the most important decisions any of us makes, ever. Because when it’s wrong, it turns your life to grey, and sometimes you don’t even notice until you wake up one morning and realize years have gone by... Sometimes you don’t see that the best thing that’s ever happened to you is sitting there, right under your nose...” Lily Collins’ character, Rosie, says in her latest romantic comedy, “Love, Rosie” starring opposite “The Hunger Games’” Sam Claflin.

Lily Collins and Sam Claflin in Love, Rosie

Based on Cecelia Ahern’s bestselling novel, “Where Rainbows End,” “Love, Rosie” is a sassy, heart-warming, and utterly modern comedy-of-errors tale.

Wednesday, January 7, 2015

'Taken 3' features barrels of no-holds-barred action sequence, showing on January 14

Like a big typhoon, the action never stops in the third installment of the blockbuster franchise “Taken” that cemented Liam Neeson as cinema’s newest and most unexpected action hero.

Liam Neeson returns as Bryan Mills in Taken 3

“Taken 3” brings Neeson’s character Bryan Mills to the extreme as his particular set of skills is pushed to the edge when his reconciliation with his ex-wife Lenore (Famke Janssen) is tragically cut short when she is brutally murdered.

Rebel Wilson joins cast of 'Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb'

Talented Australian actress Rebel Wilson, who gained worldwide attention in “Pitch Perfect” joins the stellar cast of “Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb,” led by Ben Stiller as night security guard, Larry Daley.

Rebel Wilson as Tilly - Night at the Museum 3

In this third, final and most exciting of the family films about the legendary exhibits at New York’s Museum of Natural History, trouble begins when the iconic figures from the past, which come to life each night, are malfunctioning and wreaking havoc. The magic has gone awry. Night security guard Larry Daley, played by Ben Stiller, has to take urgent action to save the lives of his historic friends. That means embarking on a trip to the British Museum in London.

'Forevermore' beats new rival program, 'Once Upon A Kiss'

Primetime TV’s most-loved romantic drama series, “Forevermore,” continues to reign in its time slot despite the airing of a new competing show.

Forevermore

Based on data from Kantar Media last Monday (January 5), ABS-CBN’s kilig-serye starring Enrique Gil and Liza Soberano scored a national TV rating of 23.6% or more than 8 points higher compared to the pilot episode of GMA’s “Once Upon A Kiss” (15.2%).

Jairus Aquino is optimistic despite having rare muscle disease in 'MMK'

Jairus Aquino will inspire young viewers to strive hard for their dreams amid challenges in the upcoming “Maalaala Mo Kaya” episode this Saturday (January 10).

Jairus Aquino - MMK

Jairus will portray the character of Andre who has always lived life happily despite having difficulty walking because of a rare muscle disease called Muscular Dystrophy. He grew up to be an optimistic student, and his father Rodolfo (to be played by Dominic Ochoa), was always at his side to lift his spirits up with constant love and encouragement.