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Nadine Lustre covers Metro March 2016

"On The Wings Of Love" star Nadine Lustre is on the cover of Metro magazine's March 2016 issue which also features the Spring/Summer 2016 styles. Photographed by Melson Bolongaita, Nadine looks summer-ready on the cover wearing colorful pieces as styled by Adrianne Concepcion.

Returning and new cast in Dreamworks' action-packed animation 'Kung Fu Panda 3'

One of the most successful animated franchises in the world returns with its biggest comedy adventure yet, “Kung Fu Panda 3” that will open March 9 nationwide (2D, 3D and IMAX 3D screens). The film marks the return of the plump black-and-white bear who has only one aspiration – to become an expert in a martial art that requires agility, mental prowess and lightning-fast reflexes. It was a formidable, if not impossible quest. But then Po doesn’t know the word “impossible.” He’s always striving to be the best he can be…to be his own hero. As Po attempts to instruct his idols – Tigress, Monkey, Viper, Crane and Mantis – in the finer points of kung fu, chaos reigns in the Training Hall, a place of discipline, honor and sacred practice. Po’s cluelessness as a teacher reminds us of the character we met and fell in love with in KUNG FU PANDA.

Kantar Media National TV Ratings (Feb. 23-25, 2016) - 'Dolce Amore' remains strong

"Dolce Amore" has continued to win on its timeslot since it premiered on February 15, 2016. Starring the love team of Liza Soberano and Enrique Gil, and directed by Mae Cruz-Alviar and the controversial Cathy Garcia Molina, the series has been the second most-watched television program, based on Kantar Media's data. By Source (WP:NFCC#4), Fair use, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=49359727 Shot both in Italy and the Philippines, the LizQuen series trails behind the current number one program, "FPJ's Ang Probinsyano," which stars Coco Martin.

Alden Richards kisses Maine Mendoza on TV during 32nd weeksary (VIDEO)

Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza shared their first screen kiss during their 32nd weeksary celebration on Thursday, February 25, 2016. The kiss happened after a mock wedding "officiated" by Lola Tinidora (Jose Manalo); after Alden and Maine said their "I dos" and the line "you may kiss the bride" was said.

'Vikings' season 4 storms Asian homes

The season four premiere of HISTORY’s critically acclaimed scripted drama series Vikings pummeled the competition on Friday night, as the #1 show in its timeslot beating all English language cable channels in Singapore, Malaysia (excluding Movies and Sports channels) and the Philippines (excluding Kids channels). Singapore saw an increase of +320% Cable 15+ viewers, Malaysia drew in 218% more viewers aged 15+, while the Philippines brought in 644% more 25+ ABC1 audience on its debut night, all more than its prime time average.

Po becomes teacher of the Furious Five in 'Kung Fu Panda 3'

The student is now a teacher in “Kung Fu Panda 3” where Po (voiced by Jack Black), the dragon warrior had been tasked by their master Shifu (Dustin Hoffman) to take on the responsibility of further training the Furious Five. As Po faces the insurmountable challenge of training his idols, the “best of the best” Kung Fu warriors in all of China – Tigress (Angelina Jolie), Monkey (Jackie Chan), Viper (Lucy Liu), Crane (David Cross) and Mantis (Seth Rogen), he then meets his biological father Li Chan who made his way to the Valley of Peace looking for his long lost son. “Kung Fu Panda 3” brings Po in full circle as he continues his evolution as a hero, leaving his comfort zone to become a teacher and finally become the Panda he was meant to be - bringing together his biological family and his kung fu family to become a master of the past and the future.

Olympics' triumphant underdog soars in 'Eddie The Eagle' on April 6

Hugh Jackman and Taron Egerton, recently seen in an impressive lead performance in “Kingsman: The Secret Service” team up in the upcoming highly-inspirational true-to-life comedy in “Eddie The Eagle.” Inspired by true events, “Eddie The Eagle” is a feel-good story about an underdog with a never say die attitude, Michael “Eddie” Edwards (Egerton), an unlikely but courageous British ski-jumper who never stopped believing in himself – even as an entire nation was counting him out. With the help of a rebellious and charismatic coach (played by Hugh Jackman), Eddie takes on the establishment and wins the hearts of sports fans around the world by making an improbable and historic showing at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics.

Kantar Media National TV Ratings (Feb. 19-22, 2016) - 'On The Wings Of Love' stays strong on its last week

ABS-CBN's "On The Wings Of Love" starring James Reid and Nadine Lustre continues to beat its rival show as it nears its finale. On Friday, February 19, 2016, Kantar Media's data shows that the series got 21.4% national rating against GMA-7's "Because Of You" (14.6%) and TV5's "The Accidental Couple" (1.4%).

Maine Mendoza's Instagram account gets hacked again

For the second time since she joined showbiz, Maine Mendoza's Instagram account was hacked on Tuesday night, February 24, 2016. Her Instagram account @mainedcm was taken over by a hacker that deleted all her photos and even her millions of followers. It was first hacked last November 2015 along with her Twitter, Facebook and e-mail accounts. The activist group Anonymous Philippines took responsibility of the Twitter hacking but said they had nothing to do with Maine's other social media accounts as well as her e-mail.

Robert Pattinson returns to the big screen in 'Queen of the Desert'

Robert Pattinson, best known for his role in the highly-successful young adult blockbuster “Twilight” films essays a more mature role starring with Nicole Kidman and James Franco in the true-to-life story of trailblazing woman in “Queen of the Desert” directed by award-winning Werner Herzog. Nicole Kidman plays Gertrude Bell aptly referenced as the “Queen of the Desert,” bring to the big screen the true-life story of Bell, who was a British political officer and archaeologist but ultimately a trailblazer on her terms. The story details the extraordinary adventures of Bell wrestling with the conflicts of love and tragedy, enemy and friend, and foreign and familiar as she sought to understand and unify people from different cultures.

Heightened pulse-pounding escape and survival in 'The Divergent Series: Allegiant'

Shailene Woodley, Theo James, Zoë Kravitz, Miles Teller, Maggie Q and Ansel Elgort return in the most awaited book-to-film franchise in “Allegiant” where Chicago is on the verge of an all-out civil war. The young warriors and heroes with Tris (Woodley) leading the troop -Four (James), Christina (Kravitz), Peter (Teller), Tori (Q) and Caleb (Elgort) sees them on a harrowing escape from the walled city, chased by armed guards loyal to self-appointed leader Evelyn (Naomi Watts). Outside Chicago for the first time in their lives, the five find themselves being pursued by Edgar (Jonny Weston) through a toxic wasteland known as the Fringe before being rescued and escorted to the ultra-high-tech compound of the Bureau of Genetic Welfare. Once there, Bureau mastermind David (Jeff Daniels) singles out Tris for being genetically “pure” and enlists her to champion his mysterious cause. While Tris receives special treatment, including access to “memory tabs” that enable her to relive her own fa

Sony Channel's ROFLing Sundays to chase the blues away

Sony Channel, the premier destination for Hollywood’s hottest shows, concentrates the comedy on Sundays with a Roll-On-Floor-Laughing  (“ROFL-ing”) line up of popular U.S series. All showcasing a fun and fierce female lead, these shows take Hollywood entertainment to even greater heights. ODD MOM OUT STARS NOVELIST-FASHIONISTA IN HER OWN TV SERIES Odd Mom Out stars its creator, Jill Kargman as a fictional character based on herself, Jill Webber. Set in the wealthy, cosmopolitan jungle of New York’s Upper East Side, Jill sets out to navigate the good, the bad, and the ugly of the elite mommy clique. Finding herself sticking out like a sore thumb in a bevy of shiny, seemingly perfect and ultra trendy mommies, Jill sees the world around her through a different lens.

History's hit drama series 'Vikings' returns for season four

HISTORY’s hit drama series “Vikings” is back for a gripping fourth season led by Travis Fimmel, star of the upcoming film Warcraft.  It premiered last week and can be seen every Friday, at 9:00pm (same day telecast as the U.S.) on History Channel. The network has added four episodes to its initial 16 episode order. Since its premiere, a new episode will air every Friday for ten weeks with the remaining episodes to air later in the year. Season three culminated with the extraordinary battle in Paris, where Ragnar (Fimmel) seized victory from the jaws of defeat – but still returns to Kattegat dangerously ill. Thoughts of his death galvanize the forces who seek to succeed him as king, including his wife Queen Aslaug (Alyssa Sutherland) and his oldest son, Bjorn (Alexander Ludwig). Meanwhile, Lagertha (Katheryn Winnick) continues power struggles with her calculating, former second in command, Kalf (Ben Robson); Rollo (Clive Standen) betrays his Vikings heritage by remaining in Frankia an

Alden Richards-starrer 'Ilustrado' nominated at New York Festivals

GMA-7's "Ilustrado" which starred Alden Richards as Jose Rizal is an official nominee at the New York Festivals World's Best TV & Films. The program is vying for the Mini-Series category against eight other nominees -  "Texas Rising," "TUT" and "Sons of Liberty" from the USA; "The Trials of Jimmy Rose" and "Midwinter of the Spirit" from the United Kingdom; "Battle for Sevastopo" from Ukraine; "Shades of Guilt - The Festival" from Germany; and "Old Money" from Austria. Televised from October 20 - November 14, 2014, the mini-series is about the early life of the Philippine national hero, Jose Rizal - from his teenage life leading to his tragic first love that inspired the creation of Maria Clara, the heroine in his book "Noli Me Tangere."

'Game of Thrones' star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau stars in colossal action epic 'Gods of Egypt'

In the spectacular action-adventure “Gods of Egypt,” the survival of mankind hangs in the balance as an unexpected mortal hero Bek (Brenton Thwaites) undertakes a thrilling journey to save the world and rescue his true love. In order to succeed, he must enlist the help of the powerful god Horus (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) in an unlikely alliance against Set (Gerard Butler), the merciless god of darkness, who has usurped Egypt’s throne, plunging the once peaceful and prosperous empire into chaos and conflict. As their breathtaking battle against Set and his henchmen takes them into the afterlife and across the heavens, both god and mortal must pass tests of courage and sacrifice if they hope to prevail in the final battle. Writers Matt Sazama and Burk Sharpless sought to give audiences a thrilling, elaborate adventure that is part homage, part invention and fully inhabitable as a transporting experience. Using the Osiris myth as a blueprint – Gods of Egypt re-imagines the tale of the sun

Mother brings back son from the dead in 'The Other Side of the Door'

Alexandre Aja, known for horror genre films such as “The Hills Have Eyes,” “Horns’ and “Piranha 3D” produces another yet spine-tingling thriller in “The Other Side of the Door” where a mother who lost her son and can’t bear to lose him has done something terrible that is about to destroy her family just to get him back. As a producer, Aja explains he first looks for a story with a real heart because spectacle and action mean little without it. Starring Sarah Wayne Callies as Maria, the grieving mother, begins to lose touch with rationality and turns towards unconventional and ultimately horrific measures to deal with her loss. “When the supernatural is the only solution in her life, Maria decides to try it,” says writer Riera. “She thinks the supernatural is superior to any of her previous coping mechanisms and will change her life forever.”

'The Divergent Series: Allegiant' breaks boundaries in young adult epic action

The Shailene Woodley starrer "Divergent" series based on the books by author Veronica Roth has recently revealed "Allegiant - Part 1" and "Allegiant - Part 2" have been modified for the big screen. In the news that have circulated recently, it was revealed that the upcoming two film will no longer be called "Allegiant - Part 1" and "Allegiant - Part 2." The two would now be titled "The Divergent Series: Allegiant" and "The Divergent Series: Ascendant."

'Kung Fu Panda 3' sneak previews on February 29 and March 1

Invading cinemas earlier than expected, “Kung Fu Panda 3” will have sneak previews (whole day) on February 29 (Monday) and March 1 (Tuesday) nationwide in the Philippines, in 2D and 3D screens. The latest and third instalment in the global phenomenal franchise, “Kung Fu Panda 3” ruled the US box-office for weeks and is tracking almost US$200 million to-date. The latest kick-ass and hyper-action family-oriented animation brings back Jack Black as the loveable Po along with the Furious Five, Tigress (voiced by Angelina Jolie Pitt), Viper (Lucy Liu), Mantis (Seth Rogen), Crane (David Cross) and Monkey (Jackie Chan) with their Master Shifu (Dustin Hoffman) who now brings the franchise into full-swing action mode as he takes on to be the Furious Five’s master.

Pickpocket and former CIA agent trapped in terrorist attack in 'Bastille Day' - Trailer Release

France’s “Bastille Day,” the country’s national holiday commemorates the beginning of the French Revolution with the attack on The Bastille. The Bastille is a medieval fortress and prison in Paris. Many people in France associated it with the harsh rule of the Bourbon monarchy in the late 1700s. On July 14, 1789, troops stormed the Bastille. This was a pivotal event at the beginning of the French Revolution. Fête de la Fédération was held on July 14, 1790. This was a way to celebrate the establishment of a constitutional monarchy in France. The fight against terrorism has become a global issue unifying countries and strengthening security measures to protect its people – such measures and struggle of government working with various entities will soon be seen in the latest thrilling action film against terrorism in “Bastille Day.” Starring this year’s Screen Actors Guild Awards’ double winner Idris Elba, who won Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion

Angelina Jolie's kids record animal voices for "Kung Fu Panda 3"

It’s definitely a family movie affair in the upcoming “Kung Fu Panda 3” as the lead actors’ voices along with their brood’s voices are in the movie too! In recent interviews, Jack Black, Angelina Jolie Pitt and Dustin Hoffman shared that their children recorded voices in the latest installment of the blockbuster family global franchise. Angelina Jolie's kids Pax, 12, Zahara, 10, Shiloh, 9, and Knox, 7, record animal voices for the movie, says that they weren’t really expecting to be in the movie, "They were kind of shy. They don't really want to be actors, but I didn't want them to miss the opportunity. They came in, and they had a lot of fun with it," shares Jolie Pitt.

Paolo Contis' alleged video scandal leaks online

Joining the list of male celebrities with alleged video scandal is Paolo Contis, whose name has recently become trending on social media together with screenshots taken from a sensitive video of a man that looks a lot like him. Screen captures of the alleged Paolo Contis video scandal has made its way to various blogs. Collage of screenshots, allegedly all taken from the said scandalous video, are now starting to spread on the internet.

Nicole Kidman, James Franco, Robert Pattinson in 'Queen of the Desert'

Opening on March 2 exclusively at Ayala Malls Cinemas is “Queen of the Desert” starring Nicole Kidman, James Franco and Robert Pattinson, a true story of the life of British explorer and adventurer, Gertrude Bell (Kidman). “Queen of the Desert” chronicles Bell’s journeys of love and loss in the Middle East during the early 20th century. Academy Award winner Nicole Kidman stars alongside Academy Award nominated James Franco, Golden Globe & Emmy Award winner Damian Lewis and Robert Pattinson. A curious and adventurous young woman eager to explore the world outside of England, Gertrude Bell (Kidman) goes to the British embassy in Tehran where she quickly falls in love with a secretary of the embassy, Henry Cadogan (Franco). This sparks the beginning of a life-long adventure among the beautiful but misunderstood peoples and cultures of the Middle East. Along the way, her path intersects with archaeologist T.E. Lawrence (Pattinson) also known as Lawrence of Arabia, and Major Charles D

Academy Award frontrunner 'Room' on the unbreakable bond between mother and son

This year’s strong contender and frontrunner in the 88th Oscars, “Room” being nominated for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Actress takes the audience on a visceral experience as we are introduced to the cramped world of the five-year-old Jack (Jacob Tremblay) and his Ma named Joy (Brie Larson), where he was born and grew up. But at night, his Ma shuts him safely in the wardrobe, where he is meant to be asleep when Old Nick (Sean Bridgers) comes. In “Room,” Jack’s Ma had been abducted by Old Nick and had been imprisoned at the backyard in his shed for seven years, where she had Jack after Old Nick repeatedly abused her. When Jack turned five, Joy hatches an escape plan so Jack can live a normal life. Her selfless act would also prove of their unbreakable bond as mother and son as she prepares Jack for the dangerous escape.

Jennifer Lawrence, Bradley Cooper reunite in 'Joy'

Based loosely on the life and rise of inventor and home shopping star Joy Mangano, starring Jennifer Lawrence in the titular role for which she is nominated in the Best Actress category in this year’s Academy Awards, the genre-blurring story of “Joy” follows the wild path of a hard-working but half-broken family and the young girl who ultimately becomes its shining matriarch and leader in her own right. Driven to create and take care of those around her, Joy experiences betrayal, treachery, the loss of innocence and the scars of love. Ultimately, she finds the steel and the belief to follow her once-suppressed dreams. The result is an emotional and human comedy about a woman’s rise – navigating the unforgiving world of commerce, the chaos of family and the mysteries of inspiration while finding an unyielding source of happiness. Joining Lawrence is a typically wide-ranging Russell ensemble including Robert De Niro as Joy’s hot-tempered yet hopelessly romantic father; Edgar Ramirez as

'Deadpool' tops Philippine box-office weekend at P145 million

The hyper-hero “Deadpool,” the latest Marvel superhero everyone’s talking about and can’t get enough of has landed number one at the Phils.’ box-office with an impressive haul of P 145 million on its first five days of release (opened Feb. 10). Dominating a crowded week and despite its R-rating, “Deadpool” has seen new and repeat viewing cineastes such that its box-office dominance carried on over the red-hot Valentine’s weekend. Its opening weekend grossed a total of P 145M, surpassing that of “Fifty Shades of Grey’s” opening weekend at P94M. “Deadpool” now holds the Biggest Opening Weekend for an R-rated film all-time industry-wide. So far, with its remarkable opening weekend, “Deadpool” now stands as the Biggest Opening Weekend for the year industry-wide, beating “Everything About Her” and is now the 2nd Biggest Fox Opening Weekend all-time, outranking “Taken’s” P106.8M and next to “X-Men: Days of Future Past’s” PhP175M.

Felix Roco's alleged video scandal leaks online

Scandal photos and videos of male celebrities are leaked on the internet one after the other, and the latest that has become a hot topic was the video scandal of a young man being tagged as Felix Roco. Felix is the son of veteran actor Bembol Roco. He has a twin brother, Dominic, who is also in showbiz.

'Top 20 Funniest' highlights hilarious everyday moments

Everyday is comedy material, proven by hilarious moments caught on camera and curated for the public’s viewing pleasure courtesy of Top 20 Funniest. Coming in this season is its new “voice,” Charlie Schlatter. Top 20 Funniest debuts its third season to its viewers in Asia through Sony Channel.

Michael Pangilinan's alleged video scandal leaks online

An video scandal of someone who looks like Michael Pangilinan was leaked on the internet on Valentine's Day 2016. The scandalous video shows a young man inside a room, lying down on a bed naked. His face has a strong resemblance to that of Michael's. Just like in the alleged Jeric Gonzales video scandal , this one also shows who is tagged to be Michael pleasuring himself while he's on the bed and he holds the camera. He seem to be engaged in a video call as he looks like he is communicating to someone, for instance, giving a hand gesture at one point pointing to his ear like he can't hear anything or he could be telling the person at the other end to not make a sound. The video being spread on the internet right now is almost 11 minutes long. Could it really be Michael? This celebrity scandal follows that of the video allegedly showing TV5 actor Mark Neumann during a private time.

Meet the 'Trolls' this October 26 in cinemas across the nation

DreamWorks Animation and 20th Century Fox’s recent reveal (via Twitter) of the full voice cast for DreamWorks Animation’s "Trolls" as well as pics showing the actors off with their respective fuzzy-headed onscreen counterparts have followed it up with the latest trailer reveal. DreamWorks Animation’s “Trolls” is an irreverent comedy extravaganza with incredible music! From the genius creators of “Shrek,” “Trolls” stars Anna Kendrick as Poppy, the optimistic leader of the Trolls, and her polar opposite, Branch, played by nine-time Grammy and four-time Emmy Award winner Justin Timberlake who is also on board the movie as its executive music producer and performing multiple songs on the soundtrack.

Academy Award-nominated film 'Room' opens in Phil. cinemas February 17

The highly-acclaimed tearjerker film “Room” where the audience rooted for the mother and son’s chance at freedom who were imprisoned in a sound-proof shed for seven years will now open in local cinemas on February 17 from Pioneer Films. Based on the international bestselling book written by Emma Donoghue of the same title, director Lenny Abrahamson brings the highly suspenseful and emotional story “Room” to the big screen. “Room” is a unique and unexpectedly tender exploration of the boundless love between a mother and her child under the most harrowing of circumstances.

'The Other Side of the Door' based on Indian folklore and abandoned haunted village

“The Walking Dead” and “Prison Break” actress Sarah Wayne Callies brings another yet indelible impression in the upcoming hair-raising horror movie “ The Other Side of The Door ,” where she plays Maria, an inconsolable mother who lost her son in a tragic accident. Set in mystical India and based on Indian folklore, “The Other Side of the Door” follows a family who lives an idyllic existence abroad until a tragic accident takes the life of their young son. Maria, the mother, learns of an ancient ritual that will bring him back to say a final goodbye. She travels to an ancient temple, where a door serves as a mysterious portal between two worlds. However, when she disobeys a sacred warning about never opening that door, she upsets the balance between life and death.

Riveting transoceanic flight in 'Lost in the Pacific' with Brandon Routh on board

Brandon Routh stars in his latest action movie in “ Lost In The Pacific ,” China’s first ever feature film in English which also stars Zhang Yuqi, Russell Wong, Bernice Liu. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Vincent Zhou, “Lost In The Pacific” finds Routh playing the role of a mysterious chef aboard a luxury airline on its maiden journey. “Lost In The Pacific” is set in the near future 2020 when the inaugural flight of a grand commercial aircraft, filled with elite passengers, is forced to make an emergency landing on a strange island after encountering a terrible storm while traversing the Pacific Ocean. Routh plays a high profile yet mysterious chef with military background who soon realizes that some people on the island might be “hijacking the plane”.

Rousing action and stunning visual effects in 'Gods of Egypt'

The power of ancient myths and the imagination of today’s most gifted storytellers have come together for the action fantasy adventure movie “Gods of Egypt,” a grandly entertaining spectacle that transports audiences into a vivid universe of larger-than-life figures locked in epic battle. In this “Gods of Egypt,” the survival of mankind hangs in the balance as an unexpected mortal hero Bek (Brenton Thwaites) undertakes a thrilling journey to save the world and rescue his true love. In order to succeed, he must enlist the help of the powerful god Horus (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) in an unlikely alliance against Set (Gerard Butler), the merciless god of darkness, who has usurped Egypt’s throne, plunging the once peaceful and prosperous empire into chaos and conflict. As their breathtaking battle against Set and his henchmen takes them into the afterlife and across the heavens, both god and mortal must pass tests of courage and sacrifice if they hope to prevail in the spectacular final conf

The rise of a family boss who invented miracle mop in winning telenovela movie 'Joy'

Starring Jennifer Lawrence in the title role, the relatable incredible success story in “Joy,” helmed by director David O. Russell explores of how one person, confronted with madcap circumstances, endless obstacles and a long road of self-searching, forges a meaningful, joyful life, loosely based on the life of Joy Mangano (home TV shopping magnate). The film stars Academy Award® winner Jennifer Lawrence (American Hustle, Silver Linings Playbook, The Hunger Games series) as Joy, in a multi-hued portrait that spans from youth to her 40s, from dreams deferred to fighting for her honor to striving for self-fulfillment.

Ryan Reynolds is born for 'Deadpool'

Based upon Marvel Comics’ most unconventional anti-hero, “Deadpool” tells the origin story of former Special Forces operative turned mercenary Wade Wilson, who after being subjected to a rogue experiment leaves him with accelerated healing powers and adopts the alter ego Deadpool. Armed with his new abilities and a dark, twisted sense of humor, Deadpool hunts down the man who nearly destroyed his life. Along with Deadpool fighting in the buff, the film’s torrid scenes between Wade and Vanessa, and Deadpool’s non-stop and off-color verbal stylings, all contribute to the film’s R-rating. “I think the R-rating allows us to have a level of reality that wouldn’t be possible with a PG-13,” says Miller. “I also think it’s an important step in the expansion of the genre. There’s a type of film that can only be made with this rating, and that really expands the boundaries of the stories comic book movies can tell.”

Maine, Kathryn, James, Enrique nominated at Kids' Choice Awards 2016

Maine "Yaya Dub" Mendoza, Kathryn Bernardo, James Reid and Enrique Gil are nominated at the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards (KCAs) 2016. The four young stars are vying in the Favorite Pinoy Personality category of the annual KCAs.

'Always Be My Maybe' starring Gerald Anderson, Arci Muñoz - Cinema Teaser

Star Cinema has launched the cinema teaser for the upcoming movie "Always Be My Maybe," a post-Valentine movie starring Gerald Anderson and Arci Muñoz. Dan Villegas helmed this romantic-comedy which, according to the teaser's YouTube description, "will exhibit Gerald and Arci's maturity and romantic charm."

Fine line between the living and the dead crossed in 'The Other Side of the Door' - Trailer

“The Other Side of the Door” explores on the forbidden in Asian cultures that have existed thousands of years. In the movie, a family lives an idyllic existence abroad until a tragic accident takes the life of their young son. The inconsolable mother learns of an ancient ritual that will bring him back to say a final goodbye. She travels to an ancient temple, where a door serves as a mysterious portal between two worlds.  However, when she disobeys a sacred warning about never opening that door, she upsets the balance between life and death. Set in India, “The Other Side of the Door” stars Sarah Wayne Callies and Jeremy Sisto, as Maria and Michael who are both devoted to their children in helping them adapt in a foreign land. Writer-director Johannes Roberts, who had been exploring the concept of a spirit that lived on the other side of a foreboding door says that the film is inspired on beliefs growing up, “I remember being reminded don't go up in the attic, don't feed the g

'Kung Fu Panda 3' marks biggest adventure comedy in blockbuster franchise

One of the most successful animated franchises in the world returns with its biggest comedy adventure yet, “Kung Fu Panda 3.” When Po's long-lost panda father suddenly reappears, the reunited duo travels to a secret panda paradise to meet scores of hilarious new panda characters. But when the supernatural villain Kai begins to sweep across China defeating all the kung fu masters, Po must do the impossible—learn to train a village full of his fun-loving, clumsy brethren to become the ultimate band of Kung Fu Pandas! The film marks the return of the plump black-and-white bear who has only one aspiration – to become an expert in a martial art that requires agility, mental prowess and lightning-fast reflexes. It was a formidable, if not impossible quest. But then Po doesn’t know the word “impossible.” He’s always striving to be the best he can be…to be his own hero.

'Allegiant - Part 1' - Trailer and Character Posters release

The feature film adaptation of “The Divergent Series: Allegiant – Part 1”, the third installment of the blockbuster “Divergent” action adventure franchise takes Tris (Shailene Woodley) and Four (Theo James) into a new world, far more dangerous than before. Starring Golden Globe® nominated Shailene Woodley, Theo James, Academy Award® winner Octavia Spencer, and Academy Award® nominated Naomi Watts. Golden Globe® nominated Jeff Daniels joins the cast. Returning cast members include Ray Stevenson, Zoë Kravitz, Miles Teller, Ansel Elgort, Maggie Q, Keiynan Lonsdale and Jonny Weston, as well as Mekhi Phifer and Daniel Dae Kim. Other new cast members also include Nadia Hilker and Bill SkarsgÃ¥rd. Based on author Veronica Roth’s New York Times best seller, the film is directed by Robert Schwentke from a screenplay by Noah Oppenheim and Adam Cooper & Bill Collage and Stephen Chbosky.

Brandon Routh in a cutthroat race to survive in 'Lost in the Pacific'

Brandon Routh best known for his lead role in “Superman Returns” stars in his latest futuristic sci-fi thriller “Lost in The Pacific” with Yuqui Zahng.  The movie is set in 2020 where a group of elite passengers who are on a transoceanic flight aboard a brand new luxurious jumbo jet find themselves stranded on a remote island in the Pacific Ocean.  They soon learn that the island has been hiding strange mutated creatures resulting in cutthroat race to survive any way they can. Forced to make an emergency landing after facing a tremendous storm, the flight crew and all the passengers including the prince, pop star, and journalist are driven into the waves of danger along with the emergence of two mysterious gunmen.  Routh plays a high profile yet mysterious chef with military background who soon realizes that some people on the island might be the ones responsible for the unspeakable terror they face in the island.

Cast and crew face real dangers in shooting 'The Revenant'

The history of the American fur trade is brief, yet pivotal, full of tales of daring but also grave destruction.  Though the fur trade forged the romantic image of the mountain man – idealized loners purportedly as rugged as the wilderness they felt beholden to tame -- the fur trade was also very much a business. In a sense it ushered in the first emergence of the archetypal Western entrepreneur, the visionary iconoclast who forges ahead answerable to no one but himself. This is the era of “The Revenant,” where trappers go into pristine landscapes among indigenous populations to extract resources – and the question that comes up is: at what cost? Based on few written and memorabilia of Hugh Glass who is considered “The Revenant,” one who came back from the dead and played by Leonardo DiCaprio (this year’s SAG winner as Best Actor, Drama for Revenant role) in the titular role, is centric to the movie’s powerful theme.  By the 1820s, the fur trade had reached the Rocky Mountains and be

Doug levels up his game for Chesca this Valentines

Doug Kramer—a player in the Philippine Basketball Association who is known as GlobalPort Batang Pier’s power forward—revealed last January 31, 2016 his biggest surprise yet for his wife, Chesca Garcia-Kramer. Chesca is a known actress, social media icon and mother to Kendra, Scarlet and Gavin. The family is widely known in the country as ‘Team Kramer.’

'Deadpool' to paint the town red on February 10

Expect plenty of wry humour in “Deadpool,” directed by Tim Miller and at Reynolds’ own experiences in the comic book world. Based upon Marvel Comics’ most unconventional anti-hero, “Deadpool” tells the origin story of former Special Forces operative turned mercenary Wade Wilson, who after being subjected to a rogue experiment that leaves him with accelerated healing powers adopts the alter ego Deadpool. Armed with his new abilities and a dark, twisted sense of humor, Deadpool hunts down the man who nearly destroyed his life. “Deadpool” star and producer Ryan Reynolds has no bigger fan than Marvel Comics legend Stan Lee, who has a fun cameo in the film and also serves as an executive producer. “There’s never been a character like Deadpool, and Ryan Reynolds plays him as though he was born to play the role,” says Lee. “Just like Robert Downey, Jr. was born to be Iron Man, you just can’t picture anybody else besides Ryan as Deadpool.”