The Ultimate Fan

Kapuso star Jennylyn Mercado met ABS-CBN CCO Charo Santos-Concio during a taping for the Sunday night comedy talk show, "Gandang Gabi Vice." Jennylyn's guesting for GGV is in connection with the Star Cinema movie, "Just the 3 of Us," which pairs her for the first time with John Lloyd Cruz.

"Wowowin" will temporarily go off-air this May 2016, as announced by host Willie Revillame. The April 29 episode of the game show will be its last before it is put in a hiatus for two weeks.

Andi Eigenmann posed for the cover of FHM Philippines for the first time for the magazine's May 2016 issue. Photographed by Doc Marlon Pecjo, Andi is featured on two cover versions - one sun-kissed and submerged in water; the other alluring with a finger on her lips and eyes talking.

Bruce Willis plays merciless crime boss in the gritty action heist movie “Precious Cargo” also starring Claire Forlani and Mark-Paul Gosselaar. In “Precious Cargo” Eddie (Willis) hunts down the seductive thief Karen (Forlani) who failed him. In order to win back Eddie’s trust, Karen recruits her ex-lover and premier thief Jack (Gosselaar) to steal a cargo of rare precious gems. But when the job goes down, allegiances are betrayed and lines are crossed as Jack, Karen and Eddie face off in a fateful showdown. At the helm of the movie is writer-director Max Adams who keeps the audience guessing in his feature-length directorial debut. Since his arrival in Hollywood a few short years ago, the former Army officer and battalion commander, who also has a Master’s degree in film production, has risen swiftly through the ranks to become an in-demand action screenwriter known for his humorous, brisk dialogue, cleverly constructed plot twists and ability to write realistic action and fight seq

Prepare for a mind-blowing immersive cinematic encounter in “ Hardcore Henry ” as it gives the audience a chance to experience the entire film through the point-of-view of its main character (cyborg) named Henry. First time director Ilya Naishuller helms “Hardcore Henry” wherein Henry remembers nothing and his wife Estelle (played by Haley Bennett) has been kidnapped by an extremely powerful warlord with an army of mercenaries. The line between hero and villain in “Hardcore Henry” is tenuous as he tries to follow and uncover the devious plot against him within the city of Moscow. The audience – Henry, essentially – assesses in real time just who is friend and who is foe.

In the romantic science fiction drama “Equals,” Kristen Stewart and Nicholas Hoult play star-crossed lovers being watched closely by a Big Brother in a future where emotions are disabled to achieve a peaceful society. Produced by Ridley Scott’s production house, Scott Free and directed by accomplished filmmaker Drake Doremus, “Equals” is an emotionally and visually arresting film from a screenplay by Nathan Parker based on a story idea from Doremus.

The critically hailed blockbuster “X-Men: Days of Future Past” was a tough act to follow. Following his acclaimed work, director Bryan Singer takes the franchise to new heights with “X-Men: Apocalypse,” in which the X-Men battle the original and most powerful mutant -- Apocalypse. Staged in 1983, the invincible and immortal Apocalypse is set free after being entombed for several millennia. Enraged that his kind are no longer treated as gods, Apocalypse assembles a team of powerful mutants, including a disheartened Magneto (Michael Fassbender), to destroy humankind and create a new world order, over which he will reign. To end Apocalypse’s path of global destruction, Raven (Jennifer Lawrence) and Professor X (James McAvoy) lead a team of young X-Men in an epic showdown with a seemingly unstoppable enemy.

Issa Janda of Polangui, Albay was named the winner of Mister United Continents Philippines 2016 during the pageant's finals held Sunday night (April 24) at the Tanghalang Pasigueno in Pasig City. He bested 16 other candidates from all over the country for the title, and the chance to represent the Philippines at the Mister United Continents 2016 international pageant.

Marian Rivera will play her most challenging role to date starting May 2 as the host of the new Kapuso morning talk show, "Yan Ang Morning." The primetime queen will be joined in the show by comedian Boobay, who is also one of her real life best friends.

Garry Marshall, who moved everyone to tears of joy with his classic and endearing romantic comedies such as “Pretty Woman,” “The Princess Diaries,” “Beaches,” “Dear God,” “New Year’s Eve” and “Valentine’s Day” connects the world once again with his latest star-studded movie “Mother’s Day” starring Julia Roberts, Jennifer Aniston, Kate Hudson and Jason Sudeikis in a celebratory and inspiring story of what “Mother’s Day” really means to each of them. “Mother’s Day” tell the intertwining stories of mothers and a Mr. Mom as the holiday approaches that stars Julia Roberts as Miranda, as a television host, Jennifer Aniston who plays recently-divorced Sandy, Kate Hudson who plays reluctant daughter and Jason Sudeikis, a widower trying to relate to his daughters. The movie also stars Timothy Olyphant, Sarah Chalke, Shay Mitchell, Jon Lovitz and Britt Robertson.

Maria Letizia "Zia" Gracia Dantes, Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes' first child, is on the cover of Yes! magazine's May 2016 issue. Marian and Dingdong shared exclusive photos of Baby Zia for the issue, including that of her baptism which was "attended only by a very few, close family members and friends."

Ten people enter the Vancouver Island wilderness carrying only what they can fit in a small backpack. They are alone in the harsh, unforgiving terrain with a single mission–stay alive as long as they can. From a curated list of 40 items ranging from shelter equipment to tools for survival, each cast member is allowed only 10 to take with them onto the island. On top of these 10 items, each member is given the same checklist of gear that they are allowed to bring as necessities.

Binibining Pilipinas named its 2016 queens on Sunday night, April 17th, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. Besting the other 39 contestants for the much-coveted Miss Universe Philippines crown was Maxine Medina who was crowned by no less than Miss Universe 2015 herself, Pia Wurtzbach.

Japan was rocked by a magnitude 7.0 earthquake early morning of Saturday, April 16, 2016. According to the bulletin posted by United States Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake was recorded at exactly 1:25 am (JST), 1 kilometer (km) west-southwest of Kumamoto.

Mystica slammed presidential candidate Rodrigo Duterte in the video that was posted on Facebook on Thursday. The video shows Mystica talking to the camera, telling the Filipino people why Duterte should not win in the coming presidential elections.

Former "Pinoy Big Brother: Double Up" housemate Hermes Bautista won the title of Mister Universe Philippines 2016 at the Mister Philippines 2016 pageant, held April 14 at the Tanghalang Pasigueno in Pasig City. The 30-year-old Filipino-American who represented San Fernando, Pampanga in the pageant bested 23 other contestants for the title, and the chance to represent the country at the Men Universe Model 2016 pageant in Dominican Republic this July.

A CCTV footage showing Ana Capri in a slapping incident with a man was provided by The Palace Pool Club to the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to help with the investigation in the complaint filed by the actress against the alleged Chinese national. The incident happened early morning of April 3, 2016 inside the establishment in Taguig City while Ana was charging her phone.

Following the critically acclaimed global smash hit “X-Men: Days of Future Past,” director Bryan Singer returns with the most awaited “X-Men: Apocalypse” that will open in cinemas (Phils.) on May 18 nationwide from 20th Century Fox. Since the dawn of civilization, Apocalypse was worshipped as a god. Apocalypse, played by Oscar Isaac, is the first and most powerful mutant from Marvel’s X-Men universe who amassed the powers of many other mutants, becoming immortal and invincible. Upon awakening after thousands of years, he is disillusioned with the world as he finds it and recruits a team of powerful mutants, including a disheartened Magneto (Michael Fassbender), to cleanse mankind and create a new world order, over which he will reign. As the fate of the Earth hangs in the balance, Raven (Jennifer Lawrence) with the help of Professor X (James McAvoy) must lead a team of young X-Men to stop their greatest nemesis and save mankind from complete destruction.

Get ready to watch and play in “Hardcore Henry,” one of the most unflinchingly original wild-rides to hit the big screen in a long time. You experience the entire film through the main character Henry. As the film begins, you remember nothing, just look around. Mainly because you’ve just been brought back from the dead by your wife (Haley Bennett). She tells you that your name is Henry. Five minutes later, you are being shot at, your wife has been kidnapped, and you should probably go get her back. Who’s got her? His name’s Akan (Danila Kozlovsky); he’s a powerful warlord with an army of mercenaries, and a plan for world domination. You’re also in an unfamiliar city of Moscow, and everyone wants you dead. Everyone except for a mysterious British fellow called Jimmy (Sharlto Copley.) He may be on your side, but you aren’t sure. If you can survive the insanity, and solve the mystery, you might just discover your purpose and the truth behind your identity.

Ali Khatibi, who recently wed "Tubig at Langis" actress Cristine Reyes, placed second runner-up at the recently-concluded Century Tuna Superbods Nation 2016. The winners were announced on Sunday night, April 10, at The Palace Pool Club in Taguig City.

Sam Pinto graces the cover of FHM Philippines for the third time.

The star-studded and high-octane action film “Criminal” headlines Kevin Costner, Ryan Reynolds, Gal Gadot, Tommy Lee Jones and Gary Oldman in a fresh, provocative spin on the espionage action-thriller that probes the secret world of memory and identity, as it propels an unwitting death row killer into the consciousness of a dedicated CIA agent in a ferocious race against time. After playing the snarky superhero Deadpool, Ryan Reynolds takes on a more clean-cut character as he plays top CIA agent Bill Pope in “Criminal,” who was on an important mission who holds the key of secrets in the recesses of his mind. In order to extract vital information, his memories, skills, and training were transplanted into hardened criminal Jericho Stewart’s (Kevin Costner) brain. The procedure was performed by a neuroscientist (Tommy Lee Jones) under the orders and close monitoring of the CIA chief (Gary Oldman).

Blending dancing, violence and romance into one-of-a-kind hybrid entertainment, “Mr. Right” stars Anna Kendrick as manic Martha who falls in for Francis (Sam Rockwell), a professional assassin with a cause. When Martha discovers that her new beau is a professional hitman, who kills the people ordering the hits. But the bodies pile up, Martha must decide whether to flee or join her man in the mayhem.

The winners of "Eat Bulaga's" EB Dabarkads Awards 2016 were revealed on Saturday, April 2, 2016, recognizing those who shone in the noontime show's drama specials during the recent Holy Week. The five Lenten drama episodes - "Walang Kapalit" starring Allan K and Kenneth Earl Medrano; "God Gave Me You" starring the love team of Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza together with Jake Ejercito; "Panata" starring Vic Sotto and Pauleen Luna; "Kaputol ng Buhay" starring Jose Manalo, Wally Bayola, Paolo Ballesteros and Maine Mendoza; and "Dalangin ng Isang Ama" starring Joey de Leon and Ryan Agoncillo - gave the viewers of the noontime show a chance to watch their favorite hosts in dramatic roles.