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Showbiz News: KC Concepcion, May Ka Date Na Sa Valentines!

2012-02-08T23:17:00.000+08:00

KC Concepcion will not be lonely this Valentines Day! Dahil marami siyang makaka-date! She will celebrate Valentine’s Day (Feb 14) with not just one person but the whole city of Cebu as she goes to Cebu Instituteof Technology-University for the Visayas leg of the highly anticipated singing competition “The X Factor Philippines.”

Before that, KC will also invade Bacolod City this Saturday (Feb 11) and go to Colegio San Agustin to witness if hopefuls from the city of smiles can be the country’s next singing superstar. “The X Factor Philippines” is open to all Filipinos, aged 16 and above, who can sing and who thinks he or she has the ‘x factor.’ Interested Kapamilyas can audition in solo, duo, trio, or group acts.

Those auditioning should bring a minus one CD of their auditionpiece. First introduced in the UK, “The X Factor” has conquered more than 30 countries as of mid-2011 and produced more than 50 winners around the world, including Melanie Amaro, who became the first season winner of “The X Factor USA” last month. Who will be the first Pinoy “X Factor” winner? Watch out for “The X Factor Philippines,” hosted by KC Concepcion, airing soon on ABS-CBN.

Showbiz News: It's Showtime, Ang Bagong Noontime Show ng Kapamilya!

2012-02-06T14:33:00.000+08:00

The ‘madlang people’ are all in for the most exciting treat of their lives as ABS-CBN brings unparalleled fun, amusing games and loads of exciting prizes via its newest and much-anticipated noontime show “It’s Showtime” started Monday (Feb 6).

The show’s enthusiastic hosts Vhong Navarro, Anne Curtis, Billy Crawford, ‘Kuya’ Kim Atienza, Karylle, Vice Ganda, Teddy Corpuz, Jugs Jugueta and ex-hurados and now hosts Jhong Hilario, Ryan Bang, and Coleen Garcia will spark the network’s afternoon block with their spanking new segments and gimmicks that will indulge Filipinos’ love for fun and entertainment.

“I hope Filipinos will continue to embrace us the way they did when we were still in the morning timeslot,” said Vhong.

Vice, who will be hosting his own videoke showdown segment, said viewers will not be seeing the usual “Showtime” that they patronized for the past two years. “There will be new tricks and acts they can participate in and in no time at all be part of their lives,” he declared.

Anne also revealed that they will be using new songs, outfits, and jokes in the show, while Karylle said all of them will “shine” in their own segments, which were created based on the hosts’ respective talents and strengths.

While the classic “Arte Mo!” segment headlined by Vhong and Anne is making a big comeback, Billy encouraged the public to watch out for the stand-in characters he and Vhong will be portraying.

Another major surprise in store for the madlang people is the grandest game of “It’s Showtime,” wherein the hosts will come together to offer a whopping jackpot prize of P500,000 to participants.

The hosts guarantee that all the gimmicks and segments they will be launching were made to give premium entertainment to Filipinohouseholds in the Philippines and worldwide through The Filipino Channel (TFC).

“We’re not competing with anyone. We just want to continue making the madlang people happy,” Anne pointed out.

Meanwhile, the trademark talent search element will remain as one of the noontime show’s highlights to serve as platform for the most entertaining Filipino performers who want to showcase their talents or be simply seen on television.

Don’t miss out on all the fun and laughter! “It’s Showtime” has to offer! ‘Party-party’ with the ‘unkabogable’ barkada of ABS-CBN’s much-awaited noontime show premiering on Monday (Feb 6) after “Mundo Man ay Magunaw” on ABS-CBN. Kabarkadas should also stay tuned to Studio 23 from February 6 to 10 for the simulcast of “It’s Showtime.”

Breaking News: 6.9 Magnitude Earthquake hits Cebu and Negros!

2012-02-06T14:23:00.000+08:00

MANILA, Philippines (6th UPDATE) – A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck between the islands of Negros and Cebu before noon Monday, killing at least 1 person and prompting government volcanologists to raise a tsunami alert.

Director Renato Solidum of the the Philippine Institute for Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said the quake struck 5 kilometers northwest of Tayasan, Negros Oriental at 11: 49 a.m. The quake was tectonic in origin, he said.

The main quake was followed by four aftershocks measuring between magnitudes 4.5 to 5.8.

Phivolcs raised tsunami alert level 2 in Negros and Cebu, warning residents in coastal areas to seek higher ground.

"This means that people living near the shoreline must be watchful of rising sea level. We will be monitoring the levels and might lift the tsunami alert by 2 p.m.," Science and Technology Secretary Mario Montejo told radio dzMM.

National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) chief Benito Ramos said the quake has killed one person - a child from Tayasan, Negros Oriental who was killed after a wall fell on him.

A report from June Perez of DYAB Cebu said the quake caused slight panic in Cebu City as residents started running to different establishments.

Intensity

Phivolcs said the following intensities were felt in the following areas:
Intensity VII - Dumaguete City
Intensity VI - La Carlota City and La Castellana, Negros Occidental
Intensity V - Roxas City; Dao and Ivisan, Capiz; Iloilo City
Intensity IV - San Jose de Buenavista and Pandan Antique; Ayungon, Negros Oriental; Kalibo, Aklan; Sagay, Negros Occidental; Dipolog City
Intensity III - Butuan City, Agusan del Norte; Legaspi City, Albay; Carmen, Cagayan de Oro
Intensity II - Cabid-an, Sorsogon

The United States Geological Survey, meanwhile, initially measured the magnitude of the quake at 6.8. It later revised the magnitude at 6.7.

The USGS listed the following areas as the epicenter:
70 kms (44 miles) north from Dumaguete, Negros
79 kms (49 miles) west northwest from Tagbilaran, Bohol
80 kms (50 miles) south southeast from Bacolod, Negros
574 kms (356 miles) south southeast from Manila

The agency said the earthquake had a depth of 46.6 kms.

The USGS has also recorded at least 2 aftershocks from the strong quake.

The first recorded aftershock, which had a magnitude of 4.8, occurred 62 kms north of Dumaguete at 12:03 p.m.

The second aftershock, which had a magnitude of 5.6, was recorded at 12:20 p.m. 71 kms south southeast of Bacolod.

Bridges impassable

In Negros Oriental, Governor Roel Degamo said at least 2 bridges were rendered impassable because of the cracks they sustained. Several highways, churches, buildings and houses were also damaged.

“Badly damaged itong northern portion ng Negros Oriental galing sa municipality ng Manuyod up to municipality of Vallehermoso,” Degamo told dzMM.

Degamo added residents living in coastal areas have been advised to leave their homes. - with reports from dzMM

source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Showbiz News: Anne Curtis, Napaiyak sa Final Dress Rehearsal ng Kanyang Concert!

2012-01-28T00:58:00.000+08:00

Napaiyak ang actress na si Anne Curtis sa final dress rehearsal ngayong araw para sa concert niya bukas, January 28, sa Araneta Coliseum. Hindi pa rin kasi makapaniwal si Anne na sa wakas ay magkamajor concert siya kahit na hindi siya established na singer! Bigla raw kasing nag sink in sa kanya ang lahat2x at natense siya ng bonggang-bongga!

Pero confident ang team na nasa likod ng Annebisyosa Concert sa Big Dome na maging successful ito. And take note, nagkakaubusan na raw ng ticket at sold out ang show!

It just shows how famous Anne is as an actress and of course, as a performer!

Goodluck Annebisyosa! Wag ka sanang pumiyok! Haha!

Showbiz News: ABS-CBN's New Teleserye ALTA, releases Official Trailer!

2012-01-28T00:13:00.000+08:00

In the tradition of Magkaribal, ABS-CBN offers another high society drama set to conquer primetime viewers attention. ALTA, a moving story of drama and controversies surrounding the rich and the famous, releases its grand official teaser. And by the looks of it, this teleserye will surely nail you in front of your television every night!

Here's the transcript of the teaser:

The world of high society, power is the greatest armour.

"Whoever said that money can't buy happiness, obviously didn't know where to shop. Money makes the world go round. And I have it, in every currency. I am Marga Silverio." - Gretchen Barreto.

"Fast cars, beautiful women, and all the money in the world. I have them all. Kaya kong bilhin pati pag-ibig mo. I am Rafael Silverio." - Luis Manzano.

Love is the best ally...

"I'm not the perfect guy. Wala akong pakialam o kailangang patunayan. Pagmamahal mo lang ang gusto kong ipaglaban. I'm Vince Silverio." - Diether Ocampo.

"Did I say that I am a lady? Pero kapag ang lalaking mahal ko ang inagaw mo, kaya ko ring lumaban na parang aso. Ako si Alexa." - KC Concepcion.

"Ang tunay na lalake, maingat at walang takot magmahal. Mahalin mo lang ako ng walang takot, Iingatan ko ang puso mo. Ako si Ato Roman." - Zanjoe Marudo.

And beauty is the strongest weapon...

"Hindi ako mayaman. Hindi ako sosyal. Pero maganda ako. Dun pa lang, talo ka na. Ako si Rosana." - Angelica Panganiban.

Oh ha, sa lines pa lang, panalo na!

Showbiz News: Iggy Arroyo's Legal Wife, Fights for Her Right to Bury her Husband!

2012-01-27T22:48:00.000+08:00

Looks like a scene taken out from teleseryes where the legal wife and the other woman fight to get the right to bury the husband. But this is real life. Wife, Alicia Arroyo and partner Grace Ibuna (Gabby Concepcion's ex) are both grieving over the death of Cong. Iggy Arroyo, the infamous brother of the then First Gentleman, Mike Arroyo. He died of cardiac arrest and liver malfunction as he seeks treatment in London.

Nagpainterbyu kaagad sa mga TV news program si Mrs. Alicia Rita Morales-Arroyo, ang legal wife ni Congressman Arroyo ng mabalitaan ang pagpanaw ng asawa. Nagpahayag ng matinding kalungkutan si Alicia.

"Nagdasal na lang ako. Dasal na lang ako nang dasal. Hindi ko kasi maisip, e. Inisip ko na lang yung anak ko," pahayag ni Alicia sa panayam niya sa media na ipinalabas sa 24 Oras kagabi.

Ayon pa sa kanya, apektadong-apektado sa nangyari ang kanilang 14-year-old daughter.

Taong March 26, 1994 nang ikinasal sina Iggy at Alicia. Magkapitbahay raw sila noon sa La Vista, isang exclusive subdivision sa Quezon City.

"Mabait siya, tahimik, when we were together," paglalarawan ni Alicia tungkol sa yumaong asawa.

Ayon pa sa ulat ni JP Soriano para sa 24 Oras, nag-file ng annulment kamakailan sina Iggy at Alica. Pero hindi natapos ang proseso nito.

Iginigiit ngayon ni Mrs. Arroyo na siya dapat ang magdedesisyon tungkol sa burol at libing ni Congressman Arroyo dahil siya ang legal wife.

Ang gusto raw kasi ni Iggy ay iburol ito sa bahay nila sa La Vista.

"Kung sakali sa bahay yung ano... Gusto niya parating... Private na tao siya, e. Yung nga, yung wake, sa bahay," sabi ni Alicia.

Plano rin ni Mrs. Arroyo at ng mga abugado nito na lumipad sa London para sunduin ang labi ng kanyang yumaong asawa.

May patama naman ang isa sa mga abugado ni Alicia, si Atty. Lorna Kapunan, sa aniya'y "pretenders" na nagke-claim diumano na sila ang legal wife ni Iggy.

Pahayag ni Atty. Kapunan, "We are concerned, as her lawyers, that there are certain pretenders who claim that they are the legal wife.

Si Grace ang karelasyon at kasama ni Iggy nang pumunta ang kongresista sa London para magpagamot.

Si Grace ang nag-alaga at nag-asikaso kay Iggy.

Sila rin ang magkasama nang malagutan ng hininga sa The London Clinic ang kontrobersiyal na kongresista.

Pinuntahan ni ABS-CBN Europe News Bureau Chief Danny Buenafe ang apartment nina Congressman Arroyo at Grace sa Kensington West London, pero tumanggi ang huli na humarap sa mga TV camera.

Mula sa London, ibinalita ni Danny sa Umagang Kay Ganda kanina, January 27, na nasa "state of shock" si Grace.

Nag-iiyak daw ito dahil hindi siya makapaniwala na sumakabilang-buhay na ang kanyang longtime companion.

Pero nagpaunlak si Grace na magsalita sa isang daily broadsheet ilang oras matapos bawian ng buhay si Congressman Arroyo.

Sinabi ni Grace na nakiusap siya kay Congressman Arroyo na lumaban ito para humaba pa ang buhay.

Ipinagdasal din daw niya na magkaroon ng milagro.

Nahihirapan si Grace na tanggapin ang pagkawala ng kongresista dahil hindi raw niya alam kung papaano siya mabubuhay nang wala ito.

Sa mga news report, "cardiac arrest" at "cirrhosis of the liver" ang sanhi ng kamatayan ni Congressman Arroyo.

Showbiz News: Blind Item: Homegrown Talent of Certain TV Network, Mag-oover da Bakod Din?!

2012-01-25T14:50:00.000+08:00

This sweet and lovely dramatic actress is said to be riding on the bandwagon of transferring to another network! Sources say that her manager is now negotiating with this prime tv network where a lot of talents from her station have bid goodbye in favor of a more promising career! She was a homegrown talent and acting wise, she has what it takes to be awarded the Best Actress recognition and with the right management and career build up, its not impossible for her to become such Big Stars like Nora, Vilma, Sharon and Juday!

Sino siya?

Hulaan Na!

Showbiz News: When Megastar's Humor Strikes Back!

2012-01-24T22:42:00.000+08:00

Hindi man nagsasalita ng diretsa kung ano ba talaga ang tunay na dahilan ng hiwalayang KC at Piolo, Megastar Sharon Cuneta, answered the question off cam.

There was this incident when Shawie and KC and friends were dining in a posh restaurant somewhere in Makati. One of their friends asked KC about her lovelife but Sharon cut the conversation and answered bubbly and in a loud voice, "Eto kasing daughter ko, ang nagustuhan pa, si Nene!" Loud enough for other diners to overhear! At tumawa ng nakakaloka si Mega!

There! Nasagot na ba ang tanong madlang pips! Galing na yan kay Mega. In fairness, mukhang wala naman silang hard feelings na at well, wala na rin naman kasi silang magawa pa ano.

Hopeless case na si Pioling at di na yan mababago ng kahit na sino pang maganda, sexy, edukada at mayamang kalahi ni Eba!

Showbiz News: Iza Calzado, Certified Kapamilya Na!

2012-01-24T22:06:00.000+08:00

Ex Kapuso Star, now a Kapamilya, Iza Calzado, inked a three year contract with ABS-CBN, confirming speculations that she indeed, wants to leave her mother network and transfer to Channel 2. Nakapaloob sa kontrata ng 29-year-old actress ang paggawa ng isang teleserye, isang reality show, at isang pelikula.

"This is time for me to grow, to evolve, to learn." The exotic beauty said in reference to her decision to switch tv network. "What I am allowed to disclose at this very moment is mayroon po akong drama show at magkakaroon ako ng reality TV show. Hindi naman ito tungkol sa buhay ko, kaya huwag kayong mag-alala, hindi n'yo ako susundan sa bahay ko," sabi ni Iza.

Sabi pa ni Iza tungkol sa kanyang paglipat: "I just think that this is time for me to grow, to evolve, to learn. I think it's just a matter of timing and I've always wanted to work again with people from Channel 2. Kasi noong nag-Star Cinema ako for Milan [2004], sabi ko one day I'm sure I will work with them again. I guess this is just the way it works. It's just a business and at some point, we will make a certain decision and hopefully without burning bridges."

Nabanggit ni Iza sa ABS-CBN News ang ilang Kapamilya stars na nais niyang makasama sa isang proyekto.

Sa mga artistang lalake, pinangalanan ni Iza ang nakasama niya sa Milan na si Piolo Pascual; pati na sina John Lloyd Cruz, Jericho Rosales, at Gerald Anderson. Subalit nilinaw ni Iza na hindi naman kailangang maging kapareha niya ang mga nabanggit niyang aktor sa isang proyekto.

Aniya, "I really wanna work with people and I want to see what they're like."

Sa female Kapamilya talents naman, gusto ni Iza na makasama si Judy Ann Santos, na dating co-star niya sa pelikulang Ouija (2007); pati na sina Bea Alonzo, Angelica Panganiban, Jodi Sta. Maria, at Karylle. Aminado si Iza na maraming magagaling na artista ang ABS-CBN. Gayunman, ayaw niyang isipin na magiging kumpetisyon ang paglipat niya ng network.

Sa halip, sabi ni Iza, "It serves as a motivation and challenge but I'm not going to take anyone's place. I would like to make my own space and fill up a certain niche that maybe only I can fill."

Showbiz News: Piolo Pascual, Never Na Magpapakasal!

2012-01-24T04:52:00.002+08:00

Part of Robert Dazz celebrity prediction was that Piolo Pascual will never ever marry (at least a girl, of course!) in his lifetime!

He said: "Piolo will remain single, hindi na siya mag-aasawa for the rest of his life. He is happy being single, he is happy that way. He will remain a star, very good actor, accept another award. Sa career niya, very successful siya. Magma-migrate siya siguro soon, maybe in Canada or America. Business is very successful sa kanya pero he [will] never never never get married sa buhay niya."

Well, this one's easy! No need for psychic powers! Obvious na obvious namang hindi iyan magpapakasal (sa babae!). Heller!!!!!! But he can always go to other countries where same sex marriage is allowed and have his own moment to walk between the aisle, with his bonggang wedding gown (probably a Monique Lhuilier creation) of course! lol!

Showbiz News: Dingdong at Marian, Magiging Kapamilya?

2012-01-24T03:22:00.000+08:00

Isa sa mga kontrobersiyal na hula ni Robert Dazz, isang psychic at feng shui master na half-British at half-Indian, ay mapupunta raw sa Channel 2 sina Marian at Dingdong. Weee???? As in?! Eh di mas malala pa sa ginawang pag over da bakod ni Angel ang gagawin nila, if ever!

Well, this could only mean, either, malulugi na talaga ang GMA 7 or ibebenta sa iba! Kaya ang mga starlets nila, mag-aalsa balutan na to save their careers!

Ang saya nito if ever! I can see a lot of catfights coming in! lol! I wana see how Marian would clash with, let's say, Cristine or Angelica P.!

Showbiz News: Showbiz Couples na Hinulaang Hindi Magkakatuluyan!

2012-01-24T03:04:00.000+08:00

Nagbigay ng hula si Robert Dazz, isang psychic at feng shui master na half-British at half-Indian, sa mga real life showbiz couples na hindi magkakatuluyan.

Eto ang hula niya.

Sina Zanjoe at Bea Alonzo naman ay "hindi sila magkakatuluyan." Dugtong niya, "Ganun lang girlfriend-boyfriend, they enjoy the company, pero hindi pa sila."

Si Rayver Cruz naman daw ay hindi para kay Cristine Reyes.

Ang prediksiyon ni Robert, "Si Cristine, very successful siya sa career niya, pero hindi si Rayver ang mapapangasawa nya. Wala 'yan, hindi pa 'yan. Kala niya lang si Rayver na pero hindi pa sya."

Ganundin ang tinuran niya kina Luis Manzano at Jennylyn Mercado: "Hindi naman sila magkakatuluyan, natutuwa lang sila sa isa't isa."

Tungkol naman kina John Prats at Bianca Manalo, "makakakita" raw ng iba ang dating beauty queen.

"Pareho sila mabait, pareho silang honest...Hindi naman pag sinabi kong ganun na di sila magkakatuluyan ay may dishonesty yung isa, pero yun ang nakikita ko.

"Si Bianca, medyo mag-stop nang konti yung career niya 'tapos magtutuloy-tuloy rin in a while, pero moderate, hindi ganun kataas."

Para sa mga fans, chill chill lang at hula lang naman ang mga ito. Hehehe...

Showbiz News: Toni Gonzaga and Direk Paul Soriano, Maghihiwalay Daw?!

2012-01-24T02:53:00.000+08:00

Real life couple, Toni Gonzaga, dubbed as The Ultimate Multimedia Star, and Direk Paul Soriano, might suffer a rocky relationship which could lead to their eventual break up. Ito ang hula ni Robert Dazz, isang psychic at feng shui master na half-British at half-Indian.

Ayon kay Robert ay maaring magkaroon ng problema sa kanila relasyon "by July or October." Magiging "successful" daw si Toni sa sa career niya, pero, puwede silang "mag-break ni Direk Paul Soriano."

This is not surprising at all since people can clearly see that Direk Paul already wanted to settle down but Toni is not yet ready to lie low in showbiz. This could create huge waves in the stability of their relationship.

Narito ang iba pa niyang pahayag tungkol sa host-comedienne-singer:

"Huwag sana siya magagalit sa akin, pero ang nakikita ko sa kanya, magkakaanak siya pero walang partner. Pero di niya pinangarap yun.

"Gusto mo magkaanak ng tatlo, pero kung iingatan mo at masusundan mo, puwede maiiwasan yun.

"Magkakaanak ka ng tatlo, two boys, one girl, masayang pamilya, may husband ka.

"Maybe after 18 to 25 months you can be pregnant then magbabago isip mo, ayaw mo yung father ng husband mo."

"There will be another woman, magkakaanak siya sa ibang babae, so hindi maganda yun.

"I don't want to feel you bad, pero yun ang nakikita ko. It is just a warning, at least maiiwasan niya. "

Showbiz News: Romulo-Soledad, Wedding of the Year!

2012-01-24T02:33:00.000+08:00

Ikinasal na noong Linggo, Jan. 22, 2011, ang co-host ng Will Time Bigtime na si Shalani Soledad sa kanyang one of the most eligible bachelors groom na si Roman Romulo. The elegant wedding ceremony took place at St. Benedict's Church in Ayala Westgrove, Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

"You are my home. You are my happiness..." This was part of Shalani Soledad's wedding vow and as for the groom, he told his bride, "I waited 44 years before God gave me this favor..."

And with some 500 guests as witnesses, Councilor Shalani Soledad was officially pronounced wife of Congressman Roman Romulo at around 6:45 p.m.

Here's what happened during the wedding rites:

One of the highlights of the ceremony, which began a little past 5:30 p.m., was the homily of His Eminence Cardinal Gaudencio Rosales.

Cardinal Rosales stressed that it was love that brought the couple together, and not "economic welfare" or "political status."

He also advised the couple to be "kind," "patient," "understanding," "not to be jealous," and "do what God calls you to do."

The wedding was the first time that Shalani saw her father, Adolfo Aguirre, and her mother, Evelyn Soledad-Yumol, together.

But the bride initially walked down the aisle alone. Halfway through her march, Mr. Ramon Soledad—her mother's brother, who was instrumental in bringing the bride into the world of politics—accompanied her. Next, her biolgical father joined the bride. And the last man who walked with her before reaching the altar was Dan Yumol, her stepfather.

The background music, "If It's Love," "Fields of Gold," and "Just The Way You Are," was sung by Gail Blanco.

Celebrities in attendance were Senator Bong Revilla and wife Lani Mercado, Richard Gomez and wife Lucy Torres, Mariel Rodriguez, Migz Zubiri and wife Audrey, Valerie Concepcion, Marco Alcaraz and girlfriend Lara Quigaman.

Reception was held at the Evoliving Center Dockside in Nuvali, Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

Showbiz News: Cristine Reyes, Before and After!

2012-01-21T00:05:00.000+08:00

She's known as one of the loveliest and fiercest actress in Philippine Showbiz. Cristine Reyes has surely gotten a long way since her starstruck days! And this is evident as well in her face!

Look at her Before (pre-starstruck) and After Photos! Any thoughts?

Can you Spot the difference?!

Say what's on your mind! Now na!

Showbiz News: Happy Yipee Yehey! Tsutsugiin Na!

2012-01-20T15:38:00.000+08:00

The low rating ABS-CBN noontime show Happy Yipee Yehey will finally be axed and will be replaced with a new noontime show titled, “Palibhasa Tanghali!,” though there is no definite title yet. What is for sure is that Happy Yipee Yehey will definitely get the ax on February 4!

Info came from a reliable source inside ABS-CBN though the hosts of the said show denied the allegation. Hindi pa raw kasi sila naiinform!

Since the title of the new show is Palibhasa Tanghali!, the new show’s hosts come from an offshoot of the all-time hit ABS-CBN sitcom Palibhasa Lalake, present HYY host John Estrada, Joey Marquez and Richard Gomez. Present male hosts Randy Santiago and Rico J. Puno will be replaced. It is not yet certain if present HYY hosts Pokwang, Toni Gonzaga, Melai Cantiveros, Bianca Manalo, John Prats, and Matteo Guidicelli will be part of Palibhasa Tanghali!

Some segment of ABS-CBN is still fighting for HYY to be retained. HYY has been struggling against its rival Eat Bulaga! who had been garnering record-breaking ratings since it started decades ago.

Showbiz News: Marian Rivera, Tinarayan ang GF ni Sid Lucero!

2012-01-20T15:24:00.000+08:00

Marian Rivera, the lovely but controversial actress, known for her palengkera stance, has once again showed people that she really has claws! Her latest victim? The gf of her leading man in Amaya, Sid Lucero!

Here's the not so cool incident that happened on the set of Amaya during the last days of taping.

Marian Rivera and some of the Amaya cast were having dinner when “some girl” biglang sumisingit sa conversation saying “ay, ano yun?!” basta nakikisingit sya sa conversation. Nakikisabat. So sabi ni Marian, “Sino ka?” So sabi naman ng girl, “girlfriend ako ni Sid Lucero!” Sagot naman ni Marian, “So?!”, Sagot naman ng girl, “Taray, marunong ka palang mag-English Marian!”.

Nainsulto si Marian kaya ayun! Maingay na naman ang palengke at maraming miron!

Though kaagad na pinaalis ni Sid ang gf niya at nag-apologize kay Marian pero dahil nag-English na naman si Sid at na nosebleed si Marian kaya ayun mas lalo uminit ang ulo! Hindi tinanggap ang apology ni Sid! Eh papaano naman niya tatanggapin eh mukhang hindi naman niya naintindihan?

Kaya Sid, next time, para magkaintindihan, mag Tagalog ka na lang! Haha!

Showbiz News: Blind Item: TV Host, Maraming Coins Sa Legs?

2012-01-19T23:25:00.000+08:00

Sino itong magandang TV Host, na kaya raw inaabot ng ilang oras sa pag-aayos bago sumalang sa harap ng camera ay dahil maraming coins sa legs at todo tapal ng concealer para maitago ang mga iyon? Kung maka makeup din ang TV Host na ito ay animo wala ng bukas. At dahil sa matagal mag-ayos ang TV Host na ito ay nainis ang audience na pinilit lamang manood ng taping ng show niya (kasi di naman marami ang nanunuod ng live kaya there is a dire need for an audience) dahil pinaghintay daw sila ng matagal! Nakow! Nagutom pa daw ang kawawang mga audience!

In fairness, maganda naman ang tv host na ito pero ika nga, nobody's perfect!

Sino siya?

Hulaan nyo na!

Showbiz News: John Pratts and Bianca Manalo Love Story!

2012-01-19T13:38:00.001+08:00

So much for the great couple (Jason & Jewel). Now let's check out this ODD Couple, Bianca Manalo and John Pratts. Bagay ba sila? O mapapa HHMMMNNNN ka????????

The giant (si girl) and the dwarf (si boy)!

Just saying!

Showbiz News: Toni Gonzaga, Caught On Cam!

2012-01-18T13:23:00.000+08:00

Take a look at this photo of Toni Gonzaga, co-host of Happy, Yippee, Yehey and The Buzz, where she made the "Lalake?" comment about Piolo Pascual.

Do you errrrrr see how her eyes behave? Its caught on cam! Lol!

Showbiz News: Jason Abalos, Inaming Sila Na Ni Jewel Mische!

2012-01-18T12:33:00.000+08:00

New couple alert!

The hunky actor and lead star of Phr presents Lumayo Ka Man Sa Akin, Jason Abalos, admitted in the presscon of his new tv series that He and Jewel Mische are a couple. Si pogi at si maganda na mabait pa (sabi-sabi kasi mabait daw itong KC look alike na ito). O di ba, bagay naman sila?

Gaano ba ka-special si Jewel sa kanya?

"Sobrang special ni Jewel. Siya yung bumago ng buhay ko. Siya yung naging daan sa pagkakaroon ko ng faith ngayon," sagot ng young actor.

Ano ang nagustuhan niya kay Jewel? "Unang-una kasi, lumaki ako sa pamilya na relihiyoso. Kumbaga, nagkataon lang na nung nag-showbiz ako, nabarkada, medyo naiba yung landas ko. Siguro nagpapasalamat lang ako na 'eto ulit ako, bumabalik—at dahil iyan kay Jewel."

Kailan nabuo ang magandang pagtitinginan nila?

"Kasi nung lumipat siya sa ABS, nagkikita na kami. Tapos yun, minsan niyaya niya ako sa church nila. Christian siya."

Matagal ring naugnay noon ang young actress sa Kapuso leading man na si Richard Gutierrez.

Nagkatrabaho na ba sila ni Jewel?

"Hindi pa," sagot ni Jason.

"Actually, dahil din kay Maja [Salvador] kaya kami nagkakilala. "Kasi si Maja napaka-friendly na tao na iyan. Nung makita niya si Jewel na wala pang kaibigan... Di ba, kasi bago pa lang si Jewel sa ABS? Tapos yun, kinaibigan niya. E, kaibigan ko naman si Maja, kaya yun, nagkakilala din kami ni Jewel."

Ano ang qualities ni Jewel na hinahangaan niya?

"Sobra siyang devoted sa kung anuman yung ginagawa niya. Para sa akin, yun ang bagay na kailangan ko kasi alam ko naman kung gaano ako kahina. Siguro para sa akin, siya yung mag-aakay."

Sa palagay niya ba ay si Jewel na ang tamang babae para sa kanya?

"Ipinagdarasal ko," sambit ni Jason.

Showbiz News: Piolo Pascual, Spot the Difference!

2012-01-18T01:51:00.000+08:00

Piolo Pascual, Before and After. Spot the difference!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Do you see it too? Kung hindi, tingnang mabuti ang picture. Icompare mo para makita mo. Now, see what I mean? Hihi...

Showbiz News: Blind Item: Hunky Actor, Ginigipit ng Isang TV Executive?

2012-01-18T01:01:00.000+08:00

Sino itong hunky actor na umano'y ginigipit ng isang tv executive kaya hindi maipalabas hanggang ngayon ang show na matagal ng tapos? In fact, ang tagal ng napromote sa tv ang teaser ng nasabing show. May offer daw kasi sa ibang istasyon ang actor na ito kaya para hindi ito makapirma ng kontrata sa iba (dahil may upcoming shows pa), dinedelay diumano ang show ni actor na maipalabas na. In fairness, hindi lamang hunky ang actor na ito kundi magaling din sa acting.

Sino siya?

Hulaan nyo na!!!!!!!!

Showbiz News: The Belo-fication of Jinkee Pacquiao!

2012-01-17T15:07:00.002+08:00

This is what hoards of money can do to you - can afford mo ng magpa BELO every freaking day! Look at Jinkee Pacquiao, wife of a billionaire extraordinaire, her before and after photos will surely make you scratch your head but seethe with envy! Ang ganda na kasi ng lola mo ngayon! Jealous much? Haha!

Here's another nakakalokang picture ng lola mo!!!!! Oh ha? Di ba ang ganda niya?

Showbiz News: Blind Item: Singer Actress, Nawalan Ng Poise?!

2012-01-17T14:45:00.000+08:00

Sino itong Singer Actress na nawalan ng poise sa isa sa mga shows niya dahil natapilok at nadapa? Marami ang humanga sa kanya dahil itinuloy pa rin niya ang pagkanta kahit na pinagtawanan siya ng ilang audience! Pero after ng number niya, todo iyak daw sa backstage dahil sa kahiya-hiyang nangyari sa kanya. Well, sa susunod, wag na mag gown at mag high heels kung hindi naman pala marunong magdala para di na maulit ang nakakahiyang tapilok moment niya!

Sino siya?

Showbiz News: Cristine Reyes, Joins the Cast of Nang Dahil Sa Pag-ibig!

2012-01-17T14:27:00.000+08:00

The feisty and flawless actress, Cristine Reyes, now also The Buzz co-host, joins the cast of ABS-CBN's newest teleserye, Nang Dahil Sa Pag-ibig, formerly Padre de Pamilya!

Masayang tinanggap ng kontrobersiyal na aktress ang bagong project nito. Maswerte ang pasok ng taon sa actress dahil hindi pa nga nagtatapos ang Reputasyon ay may follow up project kaagad ang inihain sa kanya ng abs-cbn.

Huling linggo na ang Reputasyon na mapapanuod sa abs-cbn at kung hindi kami nagkakamali ay tinututukan ito ng mga kabaklaan sa parlor at mga nagtratrabaho dahil karamihan sa kanila ay nakatutok dito tuwing hapon.

Masaya din si cristine sa kanyang love life dahil meron nagpapaligaya sa kanya ang kanyang boyfriend na si ryver tila inlove sila pareho.

After nya mag bakasyon ay nakatakda syang sumalang sa inaabangan na Nang dahil sa Pag-ibig isa sya sa mga bagong additional character sa higanting teleseryeng ito formerly Padre De Pamilya na ngayon nga ay Nang dahil sa Pag-ibig na. Makakasama ni Cristine ang iba pang malalaking bituin gaya nina Piolo Pascual, Jericho Rosales, Maricar Reyes at Mr. Christopher De Leon.

Showbiz News: Teleserye ni Piolo na Padre de Pamilya, Pinalitan Ang Title!

2012-01-17T14:13:00.000+08:00

Ang pinaka-aabangang higanteng teleserye ng ABS-CBN (well before the KC-Piolo split!), Padre de Pamilya, starring Piolo Pascual and Jericho Rosales, now becomes, Nang Dahil sa Pag-ibig. Yes mga kapamilya, pinalitan ang title ng nasabing show dahil hindi na nga akma para sa pinakabidang karakter (Fafa P) ang title ng teleserye! So goodbye Father, hello Love!

Akala ng ilan ay baka hindi na matuloy ang teleseryeng ito dahil nga sa kontrobersiyang kinasangkutan ni Piolo. But Jericho's fans worry no more! Tuloy na tuloy na ang teleserye at napalitan na ang title!

Excited na ba kayo o deadma lang?

hihihi...

Showbiz News: Blind Item: Dramatic Actress, Lilipat ng Mother Station?

2012-01-16T22:32:00.000+08:00

Sino itong dramatic actress na bali-balitang lilipat na daw ng ibang istasyon at hindi na happy sa mga projects na nakukuha at sa tinatakbo ng kanyang showbiz career? Ngayon pa lamang ay threatened na ang mga artista sa lilipatan niyang tv network at hindi lang kasi magaling sa acting itong actress na ito kundi marami pang talents like singing and dancing.

Sino siya?

Showbiz News: Manny Pacquiao, Island Resort ang Iniregalo kay Jinkee sa Birthday Nito!

2012-01-16T22:18:00.000+08:00

This is why a lot of women hate and envy her. Ikaw ba naman ang maging si Jinkee Pacquiao, ang asawa ng bilyonaryong boksingero na si Manny Pacquiao, can afford magpa-BELO araw-araw, may sampung Hermes Birkin bags na milyon ang halaga, may yate, at ngayon ay niregaluhan ni Pacman ng isang island resort para sa 3rd Birthday nito. Balak diumano ni Jinkee na gawing isang world-class resort ang naturang isla. At si Paris Hilton ang designer? Bongga!

Pero ayon kay Jinkee, may mas bongga pa raw na regalo si Pacman sa kanya. "Yung pagiging closer namin to the Lord, yung lagi kaming nagba-Bible study kasama yung mga anak namin. And then yung quality time niya sa mga anak niya, iyon, ginagawa na niya ngayon. So, that's the best blessing na masasabi kong natanggap ko this Christmas, New Year, and for my birthday," pahayag ni Jinkee sa taped interview sa kanya ngShowbiz Central na ipinalabas kahapon, January 15,

Sobrang sweet daw lalalo ngayon nina Jinkee at Manny, gaya noong time daw na nagkaroon si Jinkee ng birthday celebration sa kanilang pribadong isla.

Blind Item: Sikat Na Aktres, May Nakaraan kay Sikat Na Aktor!

2012-01-16T03:48:00.000+08:00

Sino itong sikat na aktres na maraming shows (pelikula at teleserye) at napakahardworking na umano'y may itinatagong dark past involving an actor na kapareho niya ng network? In a relationship na itong si actress sa ngayon at matagal na rin naman sila ni bf kung saan aligaga si aktres pero alam ba ng bf nito na minsan sa buhay ng gf ay nakipagtikiman ito sa kontrobersiyal na actor na ito?

Kilala nyo ba si aktres? E si aktor?

Hulaan nyo na!

Showbiz News: Marian Rivera Debuts New Look!

2012-01-16T03:27:00.000+08:00

Marian Rivera sported a new hairstyle, a longer version of KC's new bob, but slightly wavy at the end, when she and Dingdong Dantes showed up in the airport as they headed for a short vacation.

May pinagdadaanan din ba ang Primetime Queen ng GMA 7 na si Marian Rivera at nagpaputol din ito ng buhok? Ayon kasi kay KC, kapag may pinagdadaanan daw ang isang babae, ang tendency ay magpaputol daw ng buhok. Ito rin ba ang case ni Marian?

Well, ang sabi naman ni Marian, kaya daw siya nagpaputol ng buhok ay dahil tapos na ang Amaya at bilang paghahanda na rin sa bago nitong teleserye, ang My Beloved, kung saan ay muli silang magsasama ng long time boyfriend nitong si Dingdong Dantes.

Nagpapasalamat si Marian sa magandang feedback sa pagtatapos ng Amaya at nag-trending pa ito sa Twitter. "Sana, kung gaano kainit ang pagtangkilik sa Amaya, ganu’n din daw nila tanggapin ang My Beloved nila ni Dingdong."

Samantala, wala pang komento si Marian sa napabalitang magsasama sila ni Angel Locsin sa isang pelikula. “Pinag-uusapan pa lang, eh. Mahirap ding magdesisyon, kasi, may manager ako, Regal baby ako. Marami dapat i-consider kung sinong mga taong dapat kausapin,” sagot ni Marian.

Showbiz News: Piolo's Mom Wished Him To Find True Love on His 35th Birthday!

2012-01-16T03:12:00.000+08:00

Piolo celebrated his 35th Birthday last January 12 and his mom gave him one wish, that he would find his true love this time. (Haven't he already found the one? Well????? How about M????) But for Piolo he said he is looking forward to maintaining a very positive outlook on life this year. “I feel as young as ever.Masaya. A year older pero hopefully a year wiser,” he said.

This year, Piolo shared that he just had an intimate birthday celebration. “Nag-church lang kami ng family and then they had a surprise party for me so exciting kasi hanggang umaga kami na nagkantahan lang yung mga kapatid ko because my whole family was still here. Lahat ng mga pamangkin ko andun, they stayed up until midnight so it was a family event,” he revealed.

Later this year, Piolo will be seeing his son Iñigo, who is based in the States. “Unfortunately hindi siya nakauwi kasi ilang weeks lang yung bakasyon sa school for Christmas break so this June na lang sa graduation niya. We’re looking forward to it so by June magbabakasyon siya dito,” he said.

This year, Piolo said that his birthday wish is more the country than for himself. “Honestly, hindi na personal pero sana wala ng mga disaster na dumating sa bansa natin kasi lahat naman tayo naaapektuhan. Sana wala ng Sendong kasi hindi birong maapektuhan yung mga kababayan natin. Ang hirap magsaya na alam mo yung iba naghihirap. So yun na yung wish ko this year,” he admitted.

Showbiz News: Beautiful Actress, Mistress ng Big Boss?

2012-01-13T21:35:00.000+08:00

Sino itong beautiful at talented na actress na ito na kaya daw nag lie low sa pagawa ng mga shows ilang buwan na ang nakalilipas ay dahil ibinahay na raw ng big boss ng network nito? Palagi raw nakikita ang dalawa na magkasamang naglalaro ng golf, which is ang usual bonding moments nila at si big boss ay peborit sports na iyon. Si actress ay hindi natinag sa kontrobersiyang kinasangkutan nito noon at muling naging matunog ang pangalan ng ma-link sa breakup ng isang real life couple.

Sino siya?

Showbiz News: Xian Lim, Sinagot Ang "Bading Issue" Niya!

2012-01-13T20:32:00.000+08:00

Marami ngayon ang haka-haka na itong biglang sikat na young actor ng mapasama sa cast ng My Binondo Girl, na si Xian Lim ay bakla daw at user at hindi naman totoo ang ipinapakita nitong ka sweetan kay Kim Chiu at hanggang promo lang daw ang lahat.

Matatag namang sinagot ni Xian ang mga isyung ito. Aniya:

"Actually, nung papasok pa lang ako sa industry, I was prepared na rin. Sabi nila, kailangan daw handa ako. Maraming magsasabi ng ganyan [bading issue]. Ako I'm very comfortable with my sexuality, with my gender. Alam ko naman kung sino talaga ako. Wala naman akong dapat ika-guilty. Wala akong kailangang ikatakot. Kilala ko ang sarili ko."

Hindi mamatay-matay ang ispekulasyon na pang-promo lang daw sa tambalan nila ni Kim ang sinasabing closeness nila, ano ang masasabi ni Xian dito?

"I can't control what they think, 'di ba? 'Di naman lagi akong mag-e-explain na walang ganun. I think it's normal... normal and I understand. Uulit-ulitin ko, paulit-ulit kong uulitin, kahit isang libong beses pa 'yan. Wala akong ganung pakay. 'Di ganun ang intension ko. I'm just happy right now, walang ganun. Di ako gagawa ng something na inutos ng ibang tao. Gagawa ako ng action kung nararamdaman ko yun, not because other people is telling me to do it. Hindi ako manggagamit ng tao. Yun nga, paulit-ulit akong magpapaliwanag, naiintindihan ko na ganun ang insiip nila. 'Di ako ganung tao. 'Di ako gagawa ng something na 'di totoo sa puso ko. "

So sincere ang feelings niya kay Kim? Ows?!

"I can't pinpoint kung ano sa kabuuan niya [ang nagustuhan ko], everything thumbs up. Coming from my heart, she's the girl who makes me feel inspired. She's the girl I'm so comfortable with. She's the girl na pagkatapos ng taping iniisip-isip ko pa rin. Sinasabi ko nga sa kanya, she's a girl that's hard to forget. I'm doing all these things coz I want to make her special. Sa bawat pagkakataon na magkasama kami, ayokong magsayang ng panahon na 'di ko pinararamdam sa kanya na special siya. It's a blessing talaga to work with her, to be her friend."

Mukhang showbiz nga ang sagot! Hehe...

Showbiz News: David Archuleta, Nasa Pilipinas Na!

2012-01-13T14:41:00.000+08:00

David Archuleta arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 2 today, January 13.The pop singer who has charmed Filipinos with his hit singles "Crush," "Little Too Not Over You," "Elevator," and "Something 'bout Love," was welcomed by his fan base who were at the terminal for his scheduled 5:30 a.m. touchdown.

Upon his exit from the airport, the singer-songwriter was greeted by actresses Jasmine Curtis-Smith and Eula Caballero. The two young TV5 talents will shoot a primetimes series with the American Idol Season 7 runner-up. It was David's first time to meet with Jasmine and Eula. The title of their soap will be Nandito Ako.

In a brief interview by the media, the charming singer tells of his excitement to work on his project in the Philippines. It will be his first major acting job.David has only done cameo appearances before in Nickelodeon channel's Hannah Montana and iCarly.

While thrilled, David admits feeling jittery. He says, "I've always been nervous about things when it comes to acting... "But I just thought because...the Filipino fans are very supportive and very warm it kind of made it easier to [say], 'Okay, let's try it.'"

It is David's fourth visit in Manila and it will be his longest trip. The singer was in the country on July 2011 for a concert. Asked what his best memory of the Philippines is, David answers, "The shows I've been able to do here were amazing. "No matter where you go, the Filipinos are very warm, very welcoming and very kind."

Explained about the Department of Tourism's 'More fun in the Philippines' campaign, David assents to the slogan. He says, "The Filipinos make the trip worthwhile here every single time."

Showbiz News: Coco Martin, Natawa sa Hulang Mabubuntis Niya si Kris Aquino!

2012-01-13T14:02:00.000+08:00

Pinagtawanan lamang ni Coco Martin ang hulang muling mabubuntis umano si Kris Aquino ngayong taon at ito raw ang magiging ama. Imposible raw na magkatotoo ang hula at hindi raw ito attracted kay Kris at "ate" ang turing nito sa Queen of All Media. Well, unless of course, kung magkakaroon ng himala!

Coco Martin stressed that he is not entertaining the idea of getting romantically involved with Kris Aquino. “Napakalaki ng respeto ko kay Miss Kris at sa pamilya Aquino. Sabi ko siguro malabo mangyari ‘yon.” The issue sprang from Kris’s guest appearance on the January 8 episode of Gandang Gabi, Vice. At one point of the interview, a prediction was revealed that she would have another baby this year and that Coco would be the father. The actress-host joked that Coco needs to get ready for it.

“Nagbibiro lang ‘yon, palabiro ‘yun, eh,” said Coco at the recent press conference of Walang Hanggan. The two previously worked together in a teleserye. “Parang pamilya na ang turing nila sa akin. Ate ko ‘yon, kumbaga nirerespeto ko, parang imposible ang hula.”

He revealed that he is close to Kris but he really feels shy around her. “Minsan kahit andyan na siya, alam ko tatawagin niya ako, lumalayo ako kasi nahihiya ako. Base sa pagkakakilala ko sa kanya nagbibiro lang ‘yon.” The acclaimed actor even let out a laugh when asked if he does not feel any attraction to Kris. “Walang ganun, wala, wala.”

When asked about his initial reaction when he heard Kris’s comment suggesting that she does not mind having a baby with him, Coco explained, “Hindi naman nagulat. Actually, nung narinig ko siya hindi ko na lang pinansin. Kasi ang dali namang magsabi no’n. Nung sinabi ni Miss Kris ‘yon, alam ko nagjo-joke lang ‘yon, nagbibiro lang ‘yon.” Asked if he has ever tried going to a fortuneteller, he replied, “Hindi, hindi naman ako nagpapahula, eh.”

Coco got close to the Aquino family when he made the indie film Noy, where he played a reporter documenting the activities of President Noynoy Aquino and got the chance to personally be with the family. He said that he was made to feel that he was one of them. He stressed that establishing a romantic relationship with Kris is not probable. “I think hindi aabot sa ganon. Ang Aquino family kasi mula nung nag-Noy ako na movie and thennakakasama ko sila ang buong pamilya, parang turing na nila sa akin pamilya.”

Showbiz News: David Archuleta, Gagawa ng Teleserye sa TV 5!

2012-01-13T13:28:00.000+08:00

Bomobongga na naman ang TV 5 at ang huling addition nito sa ever growing na pool of talents nito ay ang cute cute na finalist ng American Idol na si David Archuleta. Aba at lumilevel up na talaga si MVP.

Kinompirma mismo ni David ang balita sa blog nito. Pupunta daw ito ng Pinas para mag taping ng isang serye sa TV 5 at excited na raw ito na simulan ang acting project. Kasalukuyan nga raw itong kumukuha ng acting workshop bilang paghahanda.

Sino naman kaya ang susunod kay David?

We are hoping na si Chris Hemsworth!

Why not!

Showbiz News: Sharon Cuneta, Hindi Na Love si Piolo Pascual!

2012-01-13T02:05:00.000+08:00

Pagkatapos ng hindi magandang paghihiwalay nina KC Concepcion at Piolo Pascual, curious ngayon ang mga tao kung ano na ang pananaw ni Mega kay Papa P. Noon kasi ay palaging sinasabi ni Sharon na love na love nito si Piolo. Katunayan ay hayagan pa nitong sinuportahan noon si Piolo sa panliligaw sa anak.

So ano na ang masasabi ngayon ng Megastar?

"I have loved Piolo," she throws in before a brief pause. Continuing, "Napaka-ipokrita ko naman pag sinabi kong ganun ko pa rin siya kamahal o ganun pa rin siya ka-importante sa akin. Kase hindi naman siya nagpakita sa amin or anything. Actually, hindi ko siya nakita since naging boyfriend siya ni KC...so dun pa lang may tampo na 'ko."

But despite what happened, the multi-awarded actress-singer still has respect for Piolo.

"I still respect him as an actor. I respect the fact na alam mo yung nagsikap para marating ang narating niya. I respect that in a person. So, kung sa ganung punto, wala akong problema. Ang importante, they've worked things out on their own."

Kalowkah naman itong si Piola. Umabot sa isang taon ang relasyon nila ni KC, ni hindi man lang ito nagkalakas ng loob na magpakita sa parents ng girlfriend? Bakit, natatakot ba ito na matanong kung seryoso ba talaga ito kay KC at nakahanda nitong pakasalan.

Haha! Sigurong nightmare iyon kay Piolah!

Showbiz News: Celebrity Spotlight, JM De Guzman - On the Brink to Big Stardom!

2012-01-13T01:44:00.001+08:00

JM De Guzman is indeed one of the breakthrough stars of 2011. He rose to stardom as he took a lead role in the remake of Mula sa Puso na nagtuloy-tuloy na hanggang sa Angelito, Ang Batang Ama. This dark and Bombay looking but dashing young gentleman was very thankful of the blessings he got and prayed to have more projects for 2012. Rumor has it that his network is grooming him to be the next big thing in showbiz.

2011 was very fruitful for JM de Guzman, especially since his career took off last year. “Sobrang daming blessings, sobrang blessed year ko [ang 2011].Masyadong maraming pumasok [gaya ng teleseryeng] Mula Sa Puso, [debut] album, Angelito,Batang Ama. Dito rin ako nasali sa ASAP (via the singing group Boys Are Boys),” he said whenPush.com.ph caught up with him backstage at ASAP last January 8.

JM said that his main wish for 2012 is to remain active in the industry. “Sana sa 2012 makapag-invest na ako sa bahay. Gusto ko talaga ng bahay for my family andkung hindi man umangat ‘yung career, sana ma-maintain.”

And he is thankful to ABS-CBN management for finally entrusting him with a launching project. This is also why he wants to be on his toes to make the program better. “Overwhelmed. Parang minsan ‘di makapaniwala saka masaya na kinakabahan. Ngayon mas nagiging maingat na ako sa mga galaw ko. Sa pagtatrabaho kailangan maingat na ako, sa pananamit kasi may mga taong nago-observe.”

At the press conference of Angelito, Batang Ama months ago, veteran actress Elizabeth Oropesa (who protrays JM’s character’s mom) praised the actor who still works even if he is sick. JM confessed that he has learned his lesson when he was previously criticized for his shortcomings in his previous program, Mula Sa Puso. “Siguro po dati kasi dun sa Mula Sa Puso naging lesson siya sa akin na andaming naturo sa akin ni Direk Wenn (Deramas) sa pagiging disiplinado maging sa ibang istilo ng approach. Siguro ganun po ako na tipo ‘pag nakita ko ‘yung mistake, ‘di ko na uulitin.”

Showbiz News: Blind Item: Young Actor, Ginagamit Lang si Young Actress?

2012-01-13T01:24:00.000+08:00

Sino itong young actor na biglang sumikat ng mapasama sa isang teleserye na maging leading lady ni young actress na mukhang pakipot pero kinikilig kay young actor na ito? Pero showbiz lang daw ang lahat at wala itong planong i pursue si young actress after ng kanilang show at hindi raw ang kalahi ni young actress ang type nito? Anovah! Green blooded din pala ang talented na young actor na ito?

Sino siya?

Showbiz News: Enchong Dee, Ano Ba Talaga?

2012-01-11T00:59:00.000+08:00

What is it with Enchong Dee at ang dami ng magazine na nakita ko at ang kapal ng foundation at lipstick niya? Anoveh! Napaghahalata tuloy yung mga itinatago niya sa kanyang magic closet na may makapal na lock!

He should put attention to his magazine photos or else hindi niya mapapantayan si Papa Piolah!

Just saying!

Showbiz News: Xian Lim Admitted He Has Big Feelings for Kim Chiu!

2012-01-11T00:48:00.000+08:00

Ang ingay-ingay na naman ng fans nina Kim Chiu at Xian Lim sa SM Skydome last Sunday kung saan ginanap ang fans day ng My Binondo Girl. Inamin kasi ni Xian sa harap ng maraming tao na may malaking pagtingin ito kay Kim at si Kim naman ay parang kiti-kiti na sobrang kinikilig.

Well, it will just be a matter of time at ang reel relationship ng dalawang ito ay maging real na. O hindi pa nga ba?

On the other hand, malaki ang pasasalamat ni Xian at gumanda ang career nito. Kung susumahin, na-overwhelm daw si Xian Lim sa mga pangyayari noong 2011. Naging popular ang aktor dahil sa My Binondo Girl at nag-click ang tandem nila ni Kim Chiu. “When My Binondo Girlstarted, when I met Matteo (Guidicelli), Jolo (Revilla),parang everything changed and sobrang saya and I’ve been working with them for eight months [and] now with Matteo and Maja (Salvador) sa movie pa (My Cactus Heart). Overwhelming. ‘Yun lang ang naiisip kong word ngayon, eh. ‘Yung buong 2011 and sana ma-sustain [this 2012]. Gradually increasing pa, I’m looking forward to that,” paliwanag ni Xian.

Hindi rin malayong mangyari ang pangarap ni Xian na kakapirma lang ng kontrata with Star Cinema for a three-film two-year contract. Ang goal naman ngayon ng aktor, “I want to be a better actor, I want to keep working on that. I want to make people happy. Sana matanggap pa nila lahat ng ginagawa ko, sa support na ibinibigay nila now… Maraming salamat po sa support, hopefully this 2012 sana mas mapasaya ko pa sila, mas matanggap pa po nila ako, mas makilala pa nila ako ‘di ba?” Gusto raw niya na lalo siyang mahalin ng mga tao at tanggapin siya, including his weaknesses and strengths.

Naging successful man, My Binondo Girl is now down to its last two weeks at nararamdaman na raw ni Xian na nalalapit na ang pagtatapos. “Nababanggit namin ‘yan. Sabi ko, two weeks na lang, ganun kaiksi na lang ‘yung taping days. Malapit na kaming matapos and parang seeing them more than eight months every single day, we got used to each other. ‘Di ba parang ‘yung bonding time, the way you guys see each other, who you see every morning, mawawala ‘yon, so nakaka-sad, pero at least we had time na makilala ang isa’t-isa.”

Umaasa rin ni Xian na pagkatapos ng My Binondo Girl ay makatrabaho pa niya si Kim na mukhang magkakatotoo naman dahil kabilang umano sa tatlong pelikula na gagawin niya under Star Cinema ay ang isang film na pagsasamahan nila ng aktres.

Nanawagan naman si Xian sa mga viewers ng My Binondo Girl na huwag bumitaw dahil marami pa silang aabangan. “Ang laging kong sinasabi ‘yung maraming twists and turns. Siyempre papatapos na but huwag silang mag-le-let go, marami pang pupuntahan ang storya.”

Lubos naman ang pasasalamat ng aktor sa lahat ng mga sumusuporta sa kanilang teleserye mula simula hanggang sa nalalapit nitong pagtatapos.

Showbiz News: Kapamilya Stars Predictions for 2012!

2012-01-11T00:26:00.000+08:00

2012 na at eto na ang mga prediksiyon tungkol sa mga paborito ninyong Kapamilya stars! Courtesy of Stargazer, isa sa mga pinagkakatiwalaan at sikat na psychic readers ng bansa.

Ginagamit niya ang aura, energies at vibrations sa pagbibigay ng mga prediksiyon sa mga sikat nating mga artista, gumamit din siya ng numerology sa pamamagitan ng pag-alam ng birthday ng ating mga kapamilya stars at base nga dito ay ang ilan sa kanyang mga prediksyon sa kanila para sa taong 2012.

Bea Alonzo (October 17, 1987) - “She must expect the unexpected. Be careful with moving around.”

Zanjoe Marudo (July 23, 1982) - “He will have more opportunities and projects in store for 2012.”

Sam Milby (May 23, 1984) - “There is so much coming for him this 2012, more financial gains and an upswing in his career. But he has to review his choices as what offer to accept because one may put him in a not so good situation.”

Diether Ocampo (July 19, 1974) - “This is a year of challenges for him. Endorsements are coming and although he has some projects, things may be a little bit slow.”

Xian Lim (July 12, 1989) - “He must focus on what he really wants, on what career path should he take.” Pero ang tiyak na ikatutuwa ng mga fans nila ni Kim ay ang hula kay Xian na, “romance is in the air.”

Kim Chiu (April 19, 1990)- “Something exciting will come this 2012, new romance, more projects, endorsements, and travel.” Ito na kaya ang taon para maging totohanan na ang tambalang Kim at Xian?

Enrique Gil (March 30, 1992) - “Patience will pay off this year.”

JM de Guzman (September 9, 1988) - “His world will definitely change for the better.”

Melissa Ricks - “[She should] settle issues with a previous relationship to be able to start anew.” Para naman

Jake Cuenca - “His patience will be tested and he must learn to overcome his emotions.”

John Lloyd Cruz - “He will have a lot of projects but he must be careful though with his health.”

Coco Martin - “Control your emotions and be patient. Some things are best resolved when you keep quiet.”

Showbiz News: MMFF 2011 Box Office Official Results!

2012-01-10T22:48:00.000+08:00

The 37th Metro Manila Film Festival has officially ended and here's the final rankings of the movies included in the list.

MMFF 2011 Official Box Office Figures from Dec. 25, 2011 to Jan. 7, 2012:

R	Movie	First Week	Gross-to-Date	Week
1	Enteng ng Ina Mo	P183.21-M	P237.88-M	2
2	Segunda Mano	P94.63-M	P126.63-M	2
3	Panday 2	P86.3-M	P105.6-M	2
4	My Househusband, Ikaw Na!	P42.58-M	P62.1-M	2
5	Shake, Rattle and Roll 13	P41.9-M	P55.48-M	2
6	Manila Kingpin: The Untold Story of Asiong Salonga	P31.78-M	P38.44-M	2
7	Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow	P7.36-M	P10.68-M	2

Showbiz News: Angel Locsin at Marian Rivera, Magsasama sa Isang Pelikula?

2012-01-10T16:21:00.000+08:00

Niluluto na nga raw ang dream movie project kung saan magsasama for the first time sina Angel Locsin (ang dating Primetime reyna ng GMA 7 na ngayon ay Kapamilya na) at Marian Rivera (na naging Primetime reyna ng GMA 7 dahil umalis si Angel Locsin) at hindi raw ito malayong magkatotoo!

As reported in "TV Patrol", Angel Locsin - Marian Rivera dream project is possible. The theme of the movie is not yet confirmed! But definitely, this will be a great movie.

Angel Locsin and Marian Rivera are two of today’s brightest and hottest stars. Definitely, they’ve got talent – acting, singing, dancing and more. They’ve donned the costume of "Darna" on a television series, starred in competing teleseryes, topbilled in movies, headlined in high-quality commercials and graced covers of magazines. One is a Kapuso-turned-Kapamilya,while the other is a loyal Kapuso.

It will be a very interesting movie to put these two hottest stars in one movie!

What do you think pips?

Showbiz News: Papa Chen ng May Binondo Girl, Papa Trending sa Twitter!

2012-01-09T08:30:00.000+08:00

Hindi lamang sina Kim at Xian ang kinakikiligan ng mga viewers sa My Binondo Girl kundi maging sina Papa Chen at Ai-ai delas Alas! Ang cute cute kasi ni Papa Chen at nakaka-inlove! Dahil sa tindi ng appeal nito, ilang beses ng ngtrending sa twitter si Papa Chen!

“Papa Trending” ang itinawag ni AiAi delas Alas kay Richard Yap a.k.a Chen Sy sa teleseryeng My Binondo Girl. Kahit na maikokonsiderang neophyte pa sa acting dahil ito ang first acting project ni Richard ay marami ang humanga sa Tsinoy na model-turned-actor. At dahil sa kanyang mahusay na pagganap ay nagiging trending topic ang nasabing actor sa Internet.

Si Richard ay ang leading man nina AiAi delas Alas at Cherry Pie Picache sa My Binondo Girl. Pangungumpisal nga ng Cebuano native na businessman, “I didn’t know kung ano ‘yung role. I just know magiging part ako ng My Binondo Girl at magiging asawa ko si Miss Cherry at Miss Ai but I never expected na magiging ganito ang role ko. Akala ko minor role,” pag-amin niya.

Puring-puri naman ng kanyang leading ladies ang malaking improvement ni Richard. “Grabe na ‘yung pinag-grow niya from that day he has started. Ang laki-laki na nung in-improve,” ani Cherry Pie.

Dugtong pa ni AiAi, “Kasi syempre ‘di mo naman maiaalis na hirap siya kasi hindi naman siya showbiz. Businessman siya, mayaman siya. Hindi niya alam ‘yung showbiz natin tapos ngayon heartthrob na siya, trending guy. Ngayon naa-absorb niya na, ‘Ah, showbiz na pala ako.’”

Pag-aalala pa nga ni Cherry Pie, “Pati sa craft I remember the first few three days of tapings that we had.Siyempre ‘pag dialogue lalo na ‘pag dramahan na lalo na pag-dialogue tapos sunud-sunod, madamingsequences, talagang naliligaw pero ngayon, take one at sumasabay, may kasamang luha.”

Paniniyak naman ng tatlo, sa nalalabing dalawang linggo ng teleserye ay marami pa ang dapat abangan sa kanilang programa.

Showbiz News: KC Concepcion, Namaalam Na sa The Buzz!

2012-01-09T08:22:00.000+08:00

Namaalam na sa show niyang The Buzz kahapon, Jan. 8, 2012, si KC Concepcion. Muling siyang napanood sa The Buzz hindi bilang co-host kundi bilang guest. Ang pagkakaabalahan ngayon ng aktres ay ang The X Factor Philippines na bagong reality-based talent search show from the famous international franchise.

Ani KC, sa The Buzz niya natutunan ang mas maging mahusay pagdating sa hosting. Aniya, babaunin niya ang mga naging karanasan niya with Boy Abunda, Kris Aquino, Toni Gonzaga and Charlene Gonzalez.

Aniya, isa sa mga nakakatawa niyang karanasan sa show ay nung naging apat na sila; siya at sina Boy, Toni at Charlene. “Ang gulo-gulo talaga natin. May mga nagtu-Tweet na mga fans at artista becausemaraming pwedeng sabihin sa isang topic, maytimes na tuloy-tuloy, normal conversation ‘pag magkasama kayo ng kaibigan n’yo, ‘yun ‘yung mami-miss ko.”

Kinumusta rin ni Boy ang bagong gupit ni KC na ginawa niya matapos ang break-up nila ni Piolo Pascual. Hindi naman daw naging mahirap para sa kanya nang magdesisyon siyang ipaputol ang buhok. “Sabi nila ‘pag nagpagupit kayo ng ganyan kahaba o ganyan ka-drastic, kailangan talagang ready kayong gawin ‘yon at hindi talaga pinag-isipan kasi ‘pag pinag-isipan n’yo ang ginawa n’yo, you can regret it. Mami-miss (n’yo),” paliwanag ng actress-host. “Ang tawag ko nga d’yan (buhok) feelings. Ang tawag sa pagpapagupit ng buhok ko, emotions.Sabi daw nila ang babae ‘pag may pinagdaanan, ke maganda o hindi, basta life-changing, unang-unang pinapalitan buhok.”

Very excited naman ni KC ngayong 2012 dahil maraming bago sa kanyang buhay. “For 2012 I’m very excited for the new me, sa lahat ng napagdaanan natin talagang may bagong chapter, bagong leaf na tinu-turn over at lahat (ng nangyayari) naniniwala ako may dahilan.”

Napakamahulugan naman ang sinabi ni KC nang tanungin siya ni Boy kung ano ang gustong sabihin ni KC sa kanyang sarili matapos ang lahat ng nangyari. “That you should never allow anyone to step on you. You should not let anyone think less of you and that bilang babae, meron kang strength na hindi mo alam o hindi mo malalaman agad-agad na meron ka at huwag mong bibitawan ‘yon.”

Showbiz News: Hula Kay Piolo at KC Ngayong 2012!

2012-01-09T08:09:00.000+08:00

Nagbigay ng kanyang hula si Stargazer, isa sa mga pinagkakatiwalaan at sikat na psychic readers ng bansa, tungkol sa mangyayari kina KC Concepcion at Piolo Pascual ngayong 2012.

Ginagamit ni Stargazer ang aura, energies at vibrations sa pagbibigay ng mga prediksiyon sa mga sikat nating mga artista, gumamit din siya ng numerology sa pamamagitan ng pag-alam ng birthday ng ating mga kapamilya stars at base nga dito ay ang ilan sa kanyang mga prediksyon sa kanila para sa taong 2012.

Eto ang masasabi niya kay Papa P. (January 12, 1977), “He must face his problems and must resolve them. ‘Di yan madadaan sa limot . He must end some situations to be able to start anew.”

At para naman kay KC Concepcion (April 7, 1985), “It is the year to think about things and renew herself. Although romance is around, it is best that she moves on and not be involved yet as of this year.”

Showbiz News: Pauleen Luna's Mom, Reacts to Her Daughter Being Called a "Gold Digger!"

2012-01-08T13:34:00.000+08:00

Apektado na ang magulang ni Pauleen Luna dahil hindi nila matanggap na pagbintangang "gold digger" o "manggagamit" ang kanilang anak. Nuong kamakalawa lang, naglabas ng statement ang ina ni Pauleen na si Mrs. Chat Luna. Ayon sa kanyang statement, "the new house she is building is from her savings, contrary to the speculations that it was a gift. We would like to extend our regrets to Mr. Vic Sotto for being dragged in this issue."

Narito ang kabuuan ng statement na ipinadala nito bilang pagtatanggol sa kanyang anak.

"There is no better time for our thoughts, as parents, on the Vic-Pauleen issue, be heard but now, for we wish our daughter nothing more but a peaceful and fulfilled 2012. We're proud to have brought up Pauleen as a God-fearing child, and have full trust and confidence [in] whatever decision she makes. We have raised her and her brother as well-provided individuals encouraged to live their lives to the fullest. Since her start in this industry, she has but one goal—that is to enjoy what she loves the most—acting and hosting. What she earns from this profession comes secondary to her passion.

"That is why it pains her and us as well to hear that she is using someone else for financial gains. Just so everything si clear, Pauleen is not the breadwinner of the family. We, her parents, are very much able to perform this role for our brood. Whatever she earns is placed in her own account, for her own disposal and has been accounted for since. Although she is not obligated in any way to share, we are very proud of her being a blessing for those in need.

"She is a very simple lady with simple wants and needs. She has been smart in ensuring that her future is secured through her investments. Investments such as the new house she is building from her savings—contrary to the speculations that it was a gift. We would like to extend our regrets to Mr. Vic Sotto for being dragged in this issue. We respect his show of interest with Pauleen and trust that whatever she decides regarding this matter will be for the best of everyone."

Showbiz News: Pauleen Luna, Gold Digger Daw Ayon kay Oyo Boy Sotto?

2012-01-08T13:28:00.000+08:00

Kahit hindi nagsasalita sina Vic Sotto at Pauleen Luna tungkol sa isyu sa kanilang dalawa, may mga ilang personalidad ang nagpatotoo na may itinatago nga raw relasyon ang halos ay mag-ama ng co-host ng Eat Bulaga. The more than thirty years age gap between the unlikely couple caused a stir not only in the public but especially on Vic's family calling Pauleen all sorts of names related to "mukhang pera" and "gold digger."

Isa na rito ang nakakaintrigang tweet ni Oyo boy Sotto na ang duda ng karamihan ang tinutukoy nito ay ang Vic-Pauleen isyu.

Nung December 4 ay nag-post si Oyo boy sa kanyang Twitter account VSotto12 ng, "Ang dami talagang mukhang pera... ang daming lumalandi! Nakakalungkot (hindi sa akin) Haay nako...."

Sinundan pa nito ng ilang beses niyang sinulat na "respeto lang."

Kaya naglabasan ang intrigang tutol daw ito sa pakikipagrelasyon ng kanyang ama kay Pauleen. Naging isyu ito dahil sa lumabas ding kuwento na idinaan daw ni Vic sa mga regalo ang panliligaw sa young actress. Isa na rito ang ipinapatayong bagong bahay ni Pauleen.

Kaagad itong itinanggi ni Pauleen dahil minsan lang daw siya nakatanggap ng regalo mula sa comedian/TV host at ito raw ay nuong nakaraang birthday niya.

Ayaw na sanang palakihin pa ito ni Pauleen, kaya lang naaapektuhan siya dahil lumalabas siyang materialistic, gawa nang patuloy daw na pagreregalo sa kanya ni Vic.

Sinagot niya ito sa Startalk at ang sumunod nuon, may ipinost na naman si Oyoboy sa kanyang Twitter account, "Kung nasaktan ka, ikaw yun."

Ang latest, na-deactivate ang BBM (BlackBerry Messenger) ni Pauleen dahil iniiwasan na lang nitong makatanggap ng kung anu-anong mensaheng pinatatamaan siya.

Ayaw na rin daw niyang mag-post ng kung anu-ano sa kanyang BBM at baka bigyan na naman daw ng ibang kahulugan.

Pati ang pagti-tweet ay tinigil na rin nito at iniiwasan na rin niyang magbasa ng mga tweets.

Showbiz News: Days Old Photo of Kristine and Oyo's Baby Girl Ondrea Sotto!

2012-01-08T00:59:00.000+08:00

Here's the cute picture of Kristine Hermosa and Oyo Boy Sotto's baby girl, Baby Ondrea.

Sino kamukha? Hermosa ba o Sotto?

Showbiz News: Shalani Soledad, Excited Na sa Kanyang Wedding Ngayong Jan. 22!

2012-01-07T16:44:00.000+08:00

The lovely and demure Valenzuela City councilor, who rose to fame as PNoy's ex flame, Shalani Soledad, now Will Time Bigtime co-host, is excited for her upcoming wedding to Pasig City Representative Roman Romulo, who seemed to be head over heels in love with her, on January 22, 2012, bisperas ng Chinese New Year.

Here are the tidbits about her wedding preparations:

Ayon sa pinsan ni Shalani na si Councilor Martell Soledad, pina-feng shui pa ng soon-to-be husband and wife kung ano ang pinakasuwerteng araw ng kasal nila.

Sabi ni Martell, "Ang lumabas nga, January 22 yung pinakasuwerte daw para sa kanilang dalawa bilang couple." Ang St. Benedict's Church sa Cavite ang napili nina Shalani at Roman na venue ng wedding.

Ang motif ay green at violet, na favorite colors daw ni Roman. Ang magdidisenyo ng gown ni Shalani ay ang sikat na fashion designer na si Inno Sotto.

Nang matanong nga si Shalani tungkol sa kanyang wedding preparations, matipid naman ang kanyang naging sagot, "Actually, inaayos pa ang lahat."

Simple lang daw ang kasal.

Nailaan na raw kasi nila ang pera sa mga biktima ng Bagyong Sendong sa Cagayan de Oro.

Kasama sa mga ninong at ninang ang dating boss ni Shalani na sina Senator Ping Lacson, Department of Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert del Rosario, Congresswoman Cynthia Villar, at TV5 Chairman Manny V. Pangilinan.

Matatandaang nag-propose si Roman kay Shalani sa Our lady of Fatima Church sa Valenzuela.

Isang diamond ring ang ibinigay ng congressman sa lady councilor.

Heirloom daw ito galing sa ina ni Roman na si Mrs. Rosie Lovely Tecson Romulo.

Showbiz News: ABS-CBN's Toda Max is the Most Watched Comedy Show in 2011!

2012-01-07T00:07:00.000+08:00

According to the data from Kantar Media, “TODA Max” got an averageTV rating of 20.8% in 2011, making it the highest-rating comedy program in the Philippines. Toda Max is the new sitcom of ABS-CBN every Saturday starring Robin Padilla, Vhong Navarro, Pokwang and Angel Locsin who said to have boosted the show's ratings.

The strong TV ratings performance of the Kapamilya sitcom was good news to the cast and a welcome birthday gift for Vhong. With all these blessings, Vhong can’t ask more for himself. He just urged everyone to continue helping the victims of Typhoon Sendong.

“I wish that this year will still be a great year for all of us. I’ll just pray for the welfare of the people who are really in need,” he said.

Besides the success of “TODA Max,” Vhong’s true friends also make him passionate with his craft. One of Vhong’s true friends who inspire him is Angel Locsin, who is his leading lady in the sitcom. Vhong shared that it’s a dream come true for him to be paired with the drama princess.

This Saturday (January 7) on “TODA Max,” Tol (Robin Padilla) will be more frugal as he starts saving for his dream house. Lady G’s (Pokwang) sisters Katy P and Rhiannay, who just underwent a plastic surgery, will arrive. Does beauty matters for Beverly Gil’s residents, or they want kind heart more?

Showbiz News: DOT New Slogan, Became a Trending Topic in Twitter!

2012-01-06T23:27:00.000+08:00

“It’s More Fun in the Philippines” – this is the new slogan launched by the Department of Tourism today, January 6, which became a trending topic on Twitter worldwide.

The new slogan as well as the official website of the campaign–www.itsmorefuninthephilippines.com–was launched earlier today by the Department of Tourism (DOT) hoping for the full support of the Filipinos for it to stay true.

The pitch, which was conceived with the help of top advertising agency BBDO Guerrero, gives weight to the people of the Philippinesand not just on its captivating tourist spots as its official website says: “It’s the Filipinos that will make your holiday unforgettable.”

“Our strategy is simple: while other countries invite you to observe, Filipinos can promise a more heartfelt and interesting experience.” Tourism Secretary Ramon Jimenez Jr. said on the new campaign.

Jimenez also twitted on the DOT’s (@DOTPhilippines) official Twitter account:

“We need a line that is easily understood. Competitive. More fun in the Philippines is true. Keri natin ito!”

Aside from the DOT Secretary, Filipino netizens here and abroad also discussed the new slogan on Twitter which made the hashtag #ItsMoreFunInThePhilippines a trending topic on the microblogging site worldwide.

It became a viral meme that even other nationalities joined in the discussions.

English author Neil Gaiman, for example, posted on his Twitter account:

“#itsmorefuninthephilippines hashtag is a true one. They applaud loudly and hug you a lot.”

So what do you think of the DOT’s new campaign? Pasado kaya kay President Noynoy?

It can be remembered that PNoy junked the previous DOT slogan–“Pilipinas Kay Ganda”–in 2010 after it was alleged that the logo was copied from Poland‘s official travel website.

But it was discovered that the new slogan has been used already by Switzerland for its tourism campaign last 1951. Will this new slogan suffer the same fate like that of Pilipinas Kay Ganda?

Showbiz News: Cast of My Binondo Girl, May Grand Fans Day!

2012-01-06T23:07:00.000+08:00

Good news para sa mga avid viewers ng My Binondo Girl! Kim Chiu, Xian Lim, Ai-ai delas Alas, Papa Chen and the whole cast of top-rating Primetime Bida series “My Binondo Girl” will stage its grand fans day this Sunday (January 8 ) at SM Skydome, Quezon City at 4pm.

Tickets will be available starting 10am to those who will purchase the Star Records ‘digicard’ of “Sino Ako,” which is the teleserye’ssoundtrack. Meanwhile, expect for more twists and turns in “My Binondo Girl,” weeknights after “Budoy” and For more updates, log on to www.mybinondogirl.abs-cbn.com or follow @my_binondogirl on Twitter and likewww.facebook.com/abs.mybinondogirl.

So gow gow nah!

Showbiz News: Janelle Manahan, Inaming Live In Sila Ni Ramgen Revilla for 5 Years!

2012-01-06T11:07:00.000+08:00

Janelle Manahan, the star witness to the Ramgen Revilla Murder Case, knew that Ramgen's family would not stop ruining her credibility. With the spread of Ramgen-Janelle sex video over the internet, she knew there will be more to come!

In the January 5 episode of Kris TV, Janelle Manahan revealed that she and the late Ramgen Revilla had been living together the entire time that they were a couple. She was only 17 years old when they started their relationship. Not only did she give up her fledgling showbiz career, but she also defied her parents just to be with him at the time. “Opo, ka-batchko si Erich Gonzales. Nag-a-artista ako nung time na yun. Six months after ng relationship, tumigil ako. Ayaw niya [akong mag-artista] kasi wala po akong time sa kanya. E gusto niya 24/7 kami magkasama palagi. So tinigil ko yung showbiz and na-disappointna naman sila mommy.”

Janelle’s mom Rosario Quintana, who was based in Legazpi province, further shared that she was unaware about her daughter’s living arrangements for a long time. “Of course I was very disappointed kasi she was too young at that time. Yung yaya niya kasi tinatago din sa akin kung anong nangyayari. That time kasi she was living with her aunt sa Quezon City. So I thought nandun lang siya, so hindi ko alam na all the while nandun na pala siya kina Ramgen. And I thought nung nandun siya kina Ramgen, wala talaga siya sa house nila Ramgen, na nandun siya somewhere in Cavite na siya lang at yung yaya niya ang magkasama, soyun ang alam ko.” This revelation was surprising enough to even render Kris TV host Kris Aquino speechless for a few seconds.

On hindsight, Janelle admitted she gave up everything for Ramgen, thinking that he was really the one she’d end up marrying. But after all what happened, she realized the value of her parents, especially now that they’re the only ones she can depend on with the ongoing murder investigation. “Kasi before, aminado naman talaga ako na na-neglect ko sila before because of Ramgen. Kasi feeling ko siya na talaga, parang sobra sobra yung pagmamahal ko sa kanya that I neglected everything and everybody.”

Nevertheless, Janelle said she knows that everything happens for a reason, including the fact that she survived the tragic incident and became a witness to the case. “I was supposed to be in La Union a day before pa with friends and my cousin. Not naman po pinigil na sinabi niyang huwag ako pumunta, pero dini-delay niya yung lakad ko. Gumagawa siya ng plans na kami na lang magkasama instead na pumunta ako dun kaya nag-staypo ako... Basta every night po, whenever I pray, I always cry. Not naman lahat because of sadness. Of course, I’m really grateful that I’m alive. Pero siyempre nami-miss ko talaga si Ramgen kaya naiiyak talaga ako and until now hindi ko pa talaga natatanggap yung nangyari. Pero iniisip ko na lang everything happens for a reason. And kung bakit ako nabuhay? It’s maybe because to give justice to what happened.”

If there’s anything she deeply regrets though, it’s the fact that she wasn’t able to say “I love you” to her boyfriend before he passed away. “Ang gusto ko lang po sana mangyari, kahit for a while makausap ko ulit siya, kahit sadream. Kasi ang dami kong gustong sabihin sa kanya. Kasi ‘di ko nasabi yung nararamdaman ko sa kanyathat day. Even though buong araw siyang nag-I love you [sa akin]. Wala po kaming tampuhan, pero kasi para sa akin, ‘pag yung tao parating nag-a-I love you sa ‘yo, parang feeling mo ‘di na totoo, parang OA (over acting). So that day talaga, [even with the] smallest things, mag-te-thank you siya sa akin, mag-a-I love you siya. So parang ‘di ko na pinapansin. Hindi ako nag-I love you back. Kahit yun lang masabi ko sa kanya for the last time.”

Showbiz News: Mara-Clara Topped as the No. 1 TV Show for 2011!

2012-01-06T10:53:00.000+08:00

Filipinos preferred watching ABS-CBN drama series as nine of its shows made it to the top 10 most-watched programs in 2011. “Mara Clara” (33.4%) topped all programs last year, followed by “100 Days to Heaven” (32.6%), “Mutya” (32.4%), “Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin” (29.4%), “Ikaw ay Pag-ibig” (29.2%), “Budoy” (28.8%), “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (28.2%), “Noah” (28%), “Guns and Roses” (27%).

“TV Patrol,” the only TV newscast to make it to 2011’s top 10 programs, remained as the country’s number one TV newscast with an average TV rating of 27.2 percent. Its competitor “24 Oras” was far behind at 24th spot with only 19.5% of Filipino households watching it last year.

“Pilipinas Got Talent” was the highest rating talent reality-search at 11th spot with an average TV rating of 26.8 percent, while “Rated K” topped all public affairs programs at 14th place with an average TV rating of 23.8 percent.

ABS-CBN’s “Toda Max” (20.8%) led all TV sitcoms, while “Goin Bulilit” (20.7%) beat all other gag shows in 2011.

Overall, ABS-CBN enjoyed an audience share of 36 percent in 2011 vs. GMA’s 35 percent and TV5’s 13 percent.

Showbiz News: Pia Guanio, Five Weeks Ng Buntis!

2012-01-06T10:34:00.001+08:00

The 24 Oras Celebrity Reporter, well known for being Vic Sotto's ex, Pia Guanio, said that she's five weeks pregnant. Ito'y kanyang in-announce ngayong tanghali, Enero 5, sa noontime variety show ng GMA-7 na Eat Bulaga!, kung saan siya'y isa sa mga co-hosts. Limang linggo na raw siyang buntis sa asawa niyang si Steve Mago na isang mayamang negosyante.

Sabi pa niya, "Siyempre, unang makakaalam ang Dabarkads!"

Matatandaan na noong Oktubre 1, 2011, ikinasal sila sa tahanan ng mga magulang ni Steve sa Ayala, Alabang.

Ito'y limang buwan matapos ang engagement nila noong Mayo 7, 2011.

Pribado lamang ang kanilang naging kasal, na dinaluhan ng kanilang mga kamag-anak.

Pero, pinaplano rin daw nilang mag-asawa na magkaroon ng "bigger wedding" para maimbitahan na ang mga kaibigan ni Pia sa showbiz.

Showbiz News: MMFF 2011 Box Office Ranking As of Jan. 1!

2012-01-03T14:28:00.001+08:00

Here is the Box Office ranking as of Jan. 1, 2011:

1. Engteng Ng Ina Mo - 183.2 M
2. Segunda Mano - 94.6 M
3. Ang Panday 2 - 86.3 M
4. My Househusband: Ikaw Na! - 42.58 M
5. Shake Rattle and Roll 13 - 41.9 M
6. Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story - 31.78 M
7. Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow - 7.35 M

Showbiz News: Segunda Mano Overtook the Second Spot from Ang Panday 2 in MMFF 2011 Box Office Race!

2012-01-03T14:17:00.000+08:00

At the start of the MMFF, Ang Panday 2 was in 2nd place but based on the latest figures provided by the MMFF executive committee, it has already been overtaken by Segunda Mano.

The Kris Aquino-Dingdong Dantes starrer along with Angelica Panganiban, Segunda Mano, landed on 3rd place with its gross of P46.93 million as of December 27, 2011. As of yesterday, January 1, the horror-drama produced by Star Cinema/MJM Productions already moved up to second place with its 94.6 million gross.

When the 37th Metro Manila Film Festival kicked off on December 25, 2011, Vic Sotto and Ai-Ai de las Alas of Enteng ng Ina Mo emerged as the frontrunners of the annual event that aims to boost the Filipino movie industry. According to the MMFF executive committee under the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA), the said fantasy-comedy film grossed P91.89 million during the first three days of the festival. As of January 1, 2012, Enteng ng Ina Mo is still in the lead with its box-office figure of P183.2 million.

The box-office battle continues to heat up as two MMFF entries compete with each other for second place.

Ang Panday 2, co-produced by Imus Productions and GMA Network, started out strong with its P51.5 million gross during its first three days in cinemas. As of January 1, the action-adventure film reached ticket sales of P86.3 million.

Another shake-up took place when My Househusband: Ikaw Na! moved up to fourth place, replacing the slot previously occupied by Shake Rattle & Roll 13.

The star-studded horror flick, Shake Rattle & Roll 13, was originally in 4th place with its P22.75 million gross at the first three days of the film fest. Its box-office earnings have since grown to P41.9 million but it now ranks lower at 5th place.

My Househusband: Ikaw Na! was previously ranked 5th with its P20.83 million gross. To date, the family dramedy, starring Ryan Agoncillo and Judy Ann Santos, moved up to 4th place with P42.58 million.

Manila Kingpin: The Untold Story of Asiong Salonga, topbilled by ER Ejercito, grossed P7.95 million during the first three days of the MMFF. As of January 1, this figure grew to P31.78 million.

According to official figures from the MMFF Execom, the family drama, Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow, was in 7th place with its P4.08 million gross. This Regal Films movie starring Maricel Soriano and Gabby Concepcion, among others, has now reached the P7.35 million mark.

As of January 1, the seven official entries of the 37th MMFF were able to reach a combined box-office gross of P477,824,459.68.

The 37th Metro Manila Film Festival will run until January 7, 2012.

Showbiz News: Sex Video of Janelle Manahan and Ramgen Revilla Circulated in the Internet!

2012-01-03T13:56:00.000+08:00

After the DJ Mo Twister and Rhian Ramos scandal, here's another video that soars throughout the Internet last Thursday night (December 29, 2011) and it include Ram Revilla (who recently passed away) and Janelle Manahan. The video is about 1:31 minutes long and shows Ramgen and Janelle inside the bathroom doing someting sexually explicit.

Janelle Manahan confirmed through her legal counsel, Atty. Argee Gueverra, that she was the woman in the sex video spreading on the web. Guevarra said Janelle was "distraught" after finding out about what happened through social networks. "This video represents thesecond assassination of Ramgen and second frustrated murder of Janelle orchestrated and masterminded by the Bautista household," he told Philstar.com in a phone interview.

"That video was stored in Ramgen’s computer and later transferred to one of the computers of the Bautista household," he added.

He also said that one of Ramgen's younger siblings was blackmailing Janelle on Facebook. “She was told ‘you are not clean, ate Janelle.'"

Meanwhile, Atty. Jeffrey Gepte, the Bautistas' lawyer, said putting the blame on the family was "absurd" because only Ramgen and Janelle were involved in the incident. "It would be very absurd for the whole Bautista family to know about it.”

Janelle is a witness in the Ramgen Revilla murder case, which implicates Ramona and RJ Bautista, Ram's siblings, as the masterminds behind his killing on October 28.

Showbiz News: KC Concepcion, Helps Victims of Typhoon Sendong!

2012-01-03T02:04:00.001+08:00

Aside from showbiz commitments, KC is also involved in helping victims of typhoon Sendong and even went to Mindanao before Christmas as a National Ambassador Against Hunger for the United Nation’s World Food Programme.

KC happily shared her experience.

“Maraming tumutulong doon. Marami talagang pumupunta dun at ginagawa ang lahat ng kaya nilang gawin para tulungan yung mga taga-Cagayan De Oro at Iligan. Encouraging yun na nakita rin namin yung ibat-ibang paraan para makatulong, kahit wala ka sa Piliipinas may internet, may Sagip Kapamilya, yung U.N World Progamme din. Ang trabaho ko naman dun ang ipaalam sa kanila na may ginagawa rin ang WFP with DSWD at saka tinutulungan namin yung government na gawin yung kailangan nila gawin at dapat nilang gawin. We do all those things para sa mga nangangailangan ng tulong, kasama rin naman lahat ng ibang artista dito sa ABS-CBN.”

KC Concepcion's new project for ABS-CBN for 2012 is to host X Factor Philippines. After her very public breakup with Piolo Pascual, KC considers this project as a real blessing and not as something to help make up for the heartache she has just experienced.

“Alam niyo, kapag merong dumarating sa buhay natin, ang hirap naman na tanggihan kais may dahilan kung bakit nabigay sa iyo yun. Hindi ko alam kung bawi ba ito (laughs). Dala na rin siguro ng dugo’t pawis kasi siyempre lahat naman tayo nagtratrabaho dinso hard work din siguro kaya lang may mga bagay na hindi mo rin talaga maaari planuhin umpisa pa lang ng taon. May mga bagay na dadating, maganda man or hindi masyadong maganda na kailangan lang pagdaanan mo. Kailangan meron ka lang faith na may dahilan ang lahat,” she says. The actress also says that she is happier now and is enjoying her single life and flourishing career. “I will end 2011 with my having a happy heart and start my year with a happy heart,” she declares.

For the coming year, KC admits she has only had one wish for herself “Na sana maging maganda yung family bonding namin at saka for next year na matuwa talaga yung mga Kapamilya sa mga projects at sa mga mapapanuod nila from me next year.”

Showbiz News: John Lloyd Cruz, Hindi si Shaina ang Babaeng Pakakasalan!

2012-01-03T01:52:00.001+08:00

Maugong ngayon ang balitang nagkabalikan na nga ang real life couple na sina John Lloyd Cruz at Shaina Magdayao. Kaya naitanong ng press kung malapit na bang magpakasal si Lloydy.

Pero ayon sa actor: “Akala ko hindi na maitatanong yun. Pero marriage, I’m not saying na malayo pa because I’m 28 years old now. Siguro mahirap sabihin. Naniniwala kasi ako na kapag nakasalubong mo, then you fall in love with each other, okay na,” said John Lloyd during his contract renewal for Jack ‘N Jill Magic Flakes last December 15.

From the looks of it, John Lloyd hasn’t met the woman he’d like to spend a lifetime with. But since he has no plans of tying the knot anytime soon, it’s really hard to say who he will end up with until that day comes.

“Kasi pwede naman na na-meet mo na yung girl pero hindi mo alam at that time na siya na pala yun. I guess it’s a personal thing na kapag nangyari na sa’yo na you want to get married na. I think more than yourself, being in a relationship or being with that particular person, I think it’s a very personal thing. Ikaw muna ang makaka-experience, ikaw muna ang makaka-discover, and then you search or you ask.”

Asked about his ideal age for marriage, John Lloyd sincerely replied, “Ideally, five more years. And sana within that five years... I guess the next relationship would be a set up na for the next five years. Pero as of this very moment wala pa sa isip ko yung marriage. Pero yung mga ini-invest ko ngayon, pwede mo ng tawagin na set up ko [for the future]. If at 33 or 34 years old I’ll get married? Hindi pa. Parang sine-set ko pa lang yungfoundation ko as a person, as a man, as a would-be provider in the future because I’m not getting any younger.”

But despite the complexities of his love life, John Lloyd confidently said that he still believes in true love and that he will get better at handling a relationship next time. “Mahirap naman not to believe in true love ‘di ba? If you don’t believe in true love, parang ano pa ang pwede mong paniwalaan? Tama ba? Kaya nga [tayo pumapasok sa isang relasyon]. So yeah, I suppose I still believe in true love.”

Showbiz News: Piolo Pascual, Ayaw Makipagkumpetensiya kay Jericho!

2012-01-03T01:36:00.000+08:00

Isa sa mga inaabangan ngayong 2012 ang drama series na pagbibidahan nina Piolo Pascual at Jericho Rosales na Padre de Pamilya kasama ang veteran actor na si Christopher de Leon.

Since magkasama ang dalawang magagaling na actor ng henerasyon ngayon, hindi maiwasang maikumpara sina Piolo at Jericho.

Ano naman ang masasabi ni Piolo sa umano'y kumpetisyon sa pagitan nila ni Echo?

“We’ve always wanted to work with each other not to compete with each other but to really hang-out and not naman to challenge each other. We’re just so excited because we were given the chance to work together. We have been in the business for more than 10 years, we started almost the same time so it’s refreshing to be working with somebody na kapatid mo, na kakilala mo na kaibigan mo na kumortable kang kasama.

“Its inevitable naman eh ‘di ba pero I don’t think there is any point of doing that because as far as I’m concerned magkaiba naman kami ng atake, magkaiba kami ng pinanggalingan at mataas ang respeto ko sa kanya bilang artista dahil alam ko ang pagmamahal niya sa craft niya, alam ko yung passion niya sa acting at di ko matatawaran yun.”

Sinabi din ni Piolo na wala naman point kung makikipag-kompetensya siya sa kaibigan. “Wala! I don’t see any point of doing that hindi naman na kami bata para magtagisan ‘di ba? There was also a time that we won an award together. He won for Pacquiao (the movie)and me for Don’t Give Up on Us so hindi na kailangang maglaban.”

Proud na proud si Piolo sa project na ito na ipapalabas sa ABS-CBN primetime bida ngayong 2012.

“It’s hard to say that you want to bank on the casting and bank on the concept but I should say its one of its kind because ngayon lang siya ita-tackle sa primetime TV and it’s a rather sensitive topic but epic in a way na when ABS (CBN)naman mounts a soap opera its always grand, its always big, its always major so ako just to be a part of this epic show is a privilege already and I’m excited because it’s the first time I’m doing a role na maraming dimension and character kaya its really overwhelming,” pagbabahagi ng actor.

“It talks about fathers, father to son. And from my perspective, from my point of view, my story, my conflict, I’m a priest who gets into a relationship with his sister so medyo delikado talaga siya kaya nakakatakot then yung adoptive parents niya becomes his, I don’t wanna say kalaban but at first they are his ally, his father gets into politics at pag nagsama ang politics at religion nakakatakot, so yun.” Dagdag pa nito.

Eh panonoorin naman kaya ito?

Showbiz News: Charice Pempengco Grazes the Cover of Preview Magazine this January!

2012-01-03T01:19:00.000+08:00

International singing sensation Charice covers Preview Magazine’s January 2012 issue.

Charice sports a modern minimalism look on the cover of the said magazine. She looks feisty sporting a trendy bangs, a look that's so in for 2011!

Ang sabi nga ni Vice: Kapag may bangs ka, MAGANDA ka!

Indeed, Charice looks pretty and adorable!

Other topics inside this ish includes “Bold New Fashion,” “Super Size Me,” “Preview Editors Find the Right Color for You,” “Over 263 Designers Who Matter,” and more!

Preview with Charice on the cover out now!

Showbiz News: Dingdong Dantes, Ipinagtanggol Ang Sarili Laban sa Mga Kritiko!

2012-01-03T01:12:00.000+08:00

Dingdong Dantes won the Best Actor Award for Segunda Mano in MMFF 2011. But despite of his success, there are dubious critics who maligned his achievement. Na kesyo hindi raw deserving na manalo bilang Best Actor ang Kapuso Actor.

Eto ang masasabi ni Dingdong sa mga kritiko niya:

"Dati sinasabi ko na bonus na lang talaga ang magkaroon ng recognition, magkaroon ng award. Minsan nga iniisip ko hindi ko talaga siya hinahangad. Pero nung moment na nakuha ko siya at nasabi nga na ako e, kakaiba pala yung feeling. Minsan masasabi mo talaga na kailangan talaga na... kailangan siya ng isang aktor para at least ma-verify mo sa sarili mo na meron kang tamang ginagawa. Wala akong expectations kaya mas naging sweet yung victory, dahil wala akong expectations," ayon sa pahayag ni Dingdong sa taped interview sa kanya ngStartalk TX kahapon, December 31.

Unfortunately, hindi nakadalo sa Gabi ng Parangal si Dingdong; nasa Boracay ang aktor kasama ang pamilya nito at ang kanyang girlfriend na si Marian Rivera nang matanggap ang magandang balita.

Magkasama sila nang nakarating sa aktor ang balitang siya nga ang MMFF Best Actor.

"Tuwang-tuwa rin siya, siyempre! Muntik kasi akong malaglag sa upuan ko, actually napa-ganun ako e, tapos medyo nahawakan ko siyang ganun. So tuwang-tuwa rin siya, sobra!"

Ayon naman kay Marian...

"Nakaka-proud, kasi bago pa man mangyari yung mga yan ay marami na ang nag-text sa akin na magaling nga raw si Dong sa Segunda Mano. Kaya nakakataba ng puso dahil na-appreciate nila si Dong sa pag-arte niya."

Maliban sa co-star niyang si Kris Aquino, bilib na bilib din sa Kapuso hunk ang direktor ng kanilang pelikula na si Joyce Bernal.

"Hindi ko sinasabi kay Dingdong habang ginagawa namin yung pelikula na magaling siya. Never kong sinabi sa kanya and I guess dahil dito, masasabi ko na sa kanya talaga na 'Dong, you gave your best at nagpapasalamat ako na ginawa mo iyon sa pelikula natin. Nagpapapasalamat ako sa kanya at hindi ko naman magagawa ito definitely kung hindi dahil sa kanyang mainam na direksyon," pahayag naman ng aktor.

Ayon naman kay Kris...

"He has gotten older at lalo siyang nagkaroon ng maturity and depth sa acting, as in ang galing niya!"

Showbiz News: Ellen Adarna Sizzles Hot on FHM January Cover!

2012-01-01T18:05:00.000+08:00

Ellen Adarna, the most coveted face in any social networking sites, opens up FHM 2012 with 2 scorching covers! The Kapuso actress is on the two covers of FHM’s first issue for 2012.

Aside from Ellen Adarna, other features inside FHM’s January 2012 issue include “Hello End of the World,” “Bomba Takilya,” “Guitar Heroes,” “Ready for the Big Lay,” “Goodbye Old Self,” “I Want You,Read My Lips,” and more!

FHM’s “Primal Lust” issue out now!

Showbiz News: Tyron Perez Death, Suicide or Murder?

2012-01-01T17:41:00.000+08:00

Tyron Perez, whose real name is Jojo Malonzo Perez, was found dead on Thursday night, December 29, at the back seat of a blackToyota Altis which is believed to be owned by his wife Liv Espino. The car was parked along the service road of the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) in Barangay Ugong, Valenzuela since Thursday morning, 8:00 a.m.

Tyron Perez has sustained a gunshot wound on his right temple which is the cause of his death as confirmed by the Valenzuela Police Department.

26-year-old Tyron Perez was best known for being one of the finalists of the first season of GMA-7's reality based artista search “StarStruck.” He is now the second StarStruck alumnus who died in the month of December after Marky Cielo.

Based on the initial investigation, Perez is believed to have committed suicide but authorities still does not discount the possibility of a foulplay.

According to Senior Superintendent Wilben Mayor of Valenzuela police department, the Kapamilya actor died of a gunshot wound on the right side of his head from a caliber .22 gun which was found beside his lifeless body.

In a report by ABS-CBNNews.com, Perez has been staying at the house of his friend Priscilla Salazar in Valenzuela, very near to the place of his death, because he and his wife Liv were having problems.

“Basta ang alam ko lang may problema siya pero hindi niya masyadong dini-detalye, ano siya hindi masyadong madaldal,” Salazar told ABS-CBNNews.com.

Perez’ wife Liv, on the other hand, admitted that she and Tyron were having problems a few days after she arrived in the country and added that it was just normal for any relationship but she did not expect it to end this way.

It’s interesting to note that Liv tweeted about her car that has been stolen from her last December 20:

“My car has been stolen!If u see a Black Toyota Altis2009 Model with plate number ZSP875,pls report it to authorities right away! Thank you!”

The said car is where Tyron’s lifeless body was found.

Liv also revealed that she was talking to Perez on the cell phone before he died.

“Parang nahulog na phone. Narinig ko lang siya. Nag-struggle siya huminga. Nahulog na yung phone, hello ako ng hello wala na,” she said.

The police department will still run a ballistics exam on the gun, while the actor’s cellphone will undergo a forensics exam at Camp Crame to confirm if Perez has indeed committed suicide.

Six months after his manager’s death (Douglas Quijano), Tyron transferred to ABS-CBN.

He appeared in the now defunct ABS-CBN drama series “Momay,” “Imortal” and “Mula sa Puso.”

Perez’ last TV appearance was the December 3 episode of “Maalaala Mo Kaya,” where he played the love interest of Ejay Falcon’scharacter.

Star Magic has released an official statement over the death of Perez:

“Our deepest condolences to the family of Tyron. Let’s pray for the eternal repose of his soul.”

Showbiz News: Angeline Quinto, Thankful for her Overflowing Blessings!

2011-12-29T05:27:00.000+08:00

The Regine Velasquez look alike not to mention voice alike too, Angeline Quinto, right after winning Star Power, became known in the local music scene for singing the themes of top-rating ABS-CBN teleseryes including Budoy, 100 Days To Heaven, and Maria La Del Barrio to name a few. Aside from her platinum album Patuloy Ang Pangarap, the 22 year-old also ventured into acting, being paired with acclaimed actor Coco Martin in a romantic-comedy film showing in 2012.

Asked about her promising showbiz career, Angeline expressed her gratitude to ABS-CBN for trusting her with a lot of good projects. “Siyempre po sobrang nagpapasalamat ako sa lahat ng taong tumulong sa akin para marating ko po ito. Sobra-sobra yung tiwalang ibinibigay nila sa akin lalo na yung pagkanta ko ng theme ng mga teleserye. Dun naman po talaga nagumpisa yun. Kaya talagang pinagbubutihan ko yung mga binibigay nila sa aking trabaho.”

Angeline is very happy now that her patience and hard work finally paid off. “Ramdam na ramdam ko po [yung tuloy-tuloy na pagpasok ng projects] kasi tuwing gigising ako sa umaga biglang may panibagong project na naman. Sabi ko nga talagang napakabait sa akin ng Diyos kasi hindi ko naman po inasahan na aabot ako sa ganito talaga. Sobrang masaya po ang Pasko sa ABS-CBN at saka talagang nag-e-enjoy po ako dito kasi talagang tinanggap nila ako.”

In the meantime, Angeline asked all her supporters to watch out for her upcoming movie You Light Up My Life. She added that she’ll definitely miss her leading man once they finish shooting it. “Siyempre ‘pag natapos yung pelikula mami-miss ko si Coco kasi nasanay din ako na madalas kami magkasama at magkatrabaho. Pero maiintindihan ko naman yun kasi siyempre may kanya kanya kaming trabaho. Sa totoo lang po malapit na siyang matapos, sobrang excited na kami nila Coco at Direk Jerome (Pobocan). Sana abangan po ninyo.”

Showbiz News: Heart Evangelista, Nali-link kay DJ Mo Twister!

2011-12-29T04:54:00.000+08:00

Sa kainitan ng kontrobersiyang kasalukuyang kinasasangkutan ng dating magkasintahan na sina Rhian Ramos at Mo Twister, bigla na lang ikinabit ang pangalan ni Heart sa dating Paparazzi host at radio DJ.

Ano ba ito, scheme sa kampo ni Rhian para ma divert ang issue?

Ano naman ang masasabi ni Heart sa isyung ito?

"I don't understand! It's stupid!" mabilis na reaksyon ni Heart at hindi raw niya alam kung saan nanggaling ang isyu.

Nagtataka nga rin daw siya dahil nananahimik na raw siya ngayon matapos ng naging intriga sa kanila noon ni Marian Rivera.

"Naku, huwag na nga silang mag-ano! "Tama na, nananahimik na ako!"

Inamin naman ni Heart na magkaibigan sila ni Mo.

"He's a friend, oo. And he's also friends with Donita Rose and many other people. Bakit ako?" May mga nagsasabing nag-ugat daw ang intriga sa "sweet" na pag-uusap nila ni Mo sa Twitter.

"What?" gulat munang reaksyon ni Heart. "No! Those are friendly tweets!"

Hindi nga naman masasabing "sweet" ang mga palitan nila ni Mo, sapagkat di naman katulad nito ang palitan ng malalambing na salita sa pagitan ng magkasintahan o sa nagliligawan.

Noon kasing nagpahayag ng kagustuhang mag-hibernate muna sa New York ni Mo, isa si Heart sa mga nagsabing hindi siya payag sa desisyong ito ng DJ-TV host.

Apat na beses pa ngang nag-tweet si Heart noong November 25 tungkol sa hindi niya pagsang-ayon sa desisyon ni Mo na umalis na ng Pilipinas.

Showbi News: Manila Kingpin: Asiong Salonga, Raked Major Awards in the 37th MMFF!

2011-12-29T04:43:00.000+08:00

Humakot ng awards angManila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story sa Gabi ng Parangal ng 37th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) na ginanap sa Resorts World Manila Performing Arts Theater sa Pasay City kagabi, December 28.

Labing-isang tropeyo ang napanalunan ng Asiong Salonga.

Kabilang dito ang Best Picture, Best Screenplay para kina Roy Iglesias at Ray Venura, Gatpuno Villegas Cultural Award, Best Supporting Actor para kay John Regala, at Best Director.

Naging interesante ang pagwawagi ng Best Director ng Asiong Salonga dahil ipinatanggal ni Tikoy Aguiluz ang kanyang pangalan bilang direktor ng naturang pelikula.

Lumikha ng kontrobersiya ang biopic na ito dahil sa alitan sa pagitan ni Direk Tikoy at ng bida ng pelikulang si Governor Jeorge "ER" Ejercito at ng mga producer ng pelikula.

Ito ay nag-ugat sa pagre-reedit at pagre-reshoot ng mga eksena nang walang pahinutulot ni Direk Tikoy. Rason ni Governor ER, mabagal ang pacing ng unang bersiyon ng pelikula.

Dahil dito ay hiniling ni Direk Tikoy na ipatanggal ang kanyang pangalan sa credits ng pelikula, kasama na ang promotional materials nito.

Ayon kay Direk Tikoy, hindi na masasabing pelikula niya ang Asiong Salonga dahil sa mga pagbabagong ginawa rito nang hindi niya nalalaman at hindi niya pinahintulutan.

Noong una ay hindi pumayag si Governor ER kaya humingi ng Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) si Direk Tikoy mula sa Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL).

Pinagbigyan ng nasabing ahensiya ang kahilingan ng direktor kaya tinanggal ang kanyang pangalan sa pelikula.

Hindi dumalo ng awards night si Direk Tikoy.

Sa awards night ay "Gary dela Cruz" ang tinawag na pangalan bilang direktor ng Asiong Salonga.

Pero lahat ng mga nagwagi mula sa pelikulang ito ay panay ang pagbanggit at pasasalamat kay Direk Tikoy.

Showbiz News: Maricel Soriano, Nanalong Best Actress sa MMFF 2011!

2011-12-29T04:37:00.000+08:00

The Diamond Star, Maricel Soriano still has the powerhouse acting in her hands after years of hiatus from acting as she won the most Coveted Award in MMFF 2011. She was proclaimed as Best Actress for her role in the movie Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow last night at Resorts World in Pasaya, December 28, 2011.

Hindi dumalo sa awards night ang Diamond Star pati na ang iba pang cast members ng pelikula.

Nakisimpatiya si Maricel sa producer nilang si Lily Monteverde ng Regal Entertainment dahil sa desisyon ng festival committee na i-disqualify ang Yesterday Today Tomorrow sa apat na major categories: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Screenplay, at Gatpuno Villegas Cultural Award.

Ito ay dahil sa paglabag diumano ng pelikula sa rules ng MMFF kaugnay ng pagpapalit ng isinumiteng script nito.

Ang mga nakatunggali ni Maricel sa kategoryang ito ay sina Judy Ann Santos para sa My Househusband, Ai-Ai delas Alas para sa Enteng Ng Ina Mo, at sina Eugene Domingo at Maricar Reyes para sa kani-kanilang episodes ng Shake Rattle & Roll 13.

Showbiz News: Dingdong Dantes Won as Best Actor in MMFF 2011!

2011-12-29T04:30:00.000+08:00

Pinatunayan ni Dingdong Dantes ang kanyang husay sa pag-arte ng tanghalin siya bilang Best Actor kagabi, December 28, 2011 sa MMFF 2011 para sa paganap niya sa pelikulang Segunda Mano.

Kris already predicted that Dingdong might win as Best Actor this year dahil sa husay nito sa paganap sa nasabing pelikula. Segunda Mano is a horror flick entry na magkasamang iprinoduce nina Kris at Dingdong.

Ang Gabi ng Parangal ng 37th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) ay ginanap sa Resorts World Manila Performing Arts Theater sa Pasay City kagabi, December 28, 2011.

Tila dininig ang dasal ng co-star ni Dingdong sa pelikula na si Kris Aquino, na sinabing ipinagdasal niya ang pagwawagi ng aktor sa kanilang pelikula.

Pero hindi dumalo sa awards night ang Best Actor winner na si Dingdong Dantes dahil nasa Boracay ito kasama ang real life girlfriend na si Marian Rivera at nagbabakasyon.

Showbiz News: Anne Curtis, The Hottest Female Celebrity in 2011!

2011-12-27T22:55:00.000+08:00

Dubbed as "Dyosa" of Philippine Cinema, Anne Curtis, with her numerous successful achievements this year, from her top-rating show Showtime, to her Box Office hit movie No Other Woman, to her platinum recording album na “Annebisyosa”, pagkapanalo ng Best Supporting Actress sa pelikula niyang “In Your Eyes”, more than a million Twitter followers at ang kanyang mga kaliwa’t kanang endorsements at commercials, no doubt, she is the hottest female celebrity of 2011 and is now called “Princess Of All Media.”

Ano naman ang reaksiyon ni Anne tungkol dito?

“Sobrang thankful and grateful lang talaga ako sa lahat ng blessings na dumating sa akin nitong 2011,” ang nasabi ni Anne.

Natanong din si Anne kung ano nga ba ang meron sa kanya kung bakit lahat ng magagandang pwedeng mangyari ay nangyari na at mangyayari pa rin sa kanya tulad na lang ng nalalapit niyang concert sa January na “No Other Concert.” “I think having a lot of patience has a lot to do with whatever has come your way -prayers, patience. Praying for patience is one, I think, is the key to maybe the success that I have right now.”

Ang 2011 ay definitely taon ni Anne Curtis pero sa darating na 2012, natanong din ang dalaga kung may pangamba pa ba at paano niya mapapanatili kung ano ang meron siya sa ngayon. “Alam mo, sa 14 years naI’ve been in the industry… I really feel that in all aspects of me sinubukan ko na talaga so I’m so grateful and there is really nothing more that I can ask for, happy na ako,” ang nakangiti at kuntentong sagot ni Anne Curtis.

Pero hindi rin napigilang tanungin kung may paborito ba si Anne sa mga proyektong kanyang ginagawa, kung pag-arte ba, hosting o pagiging isang singer “I love everything, I really love everything and I enjoy everything.” Parang lahat na nga ay nagawa na ni Anne Curtis pero meron pa ba siyang nais gawin pa? “Business na lang siguro, out of showbiz.”

At ni-reveal nga ni Anne Curtis ang nais niyang gawing negosyo kung sakaling magkaroon siya ng pagkakataong gawin ito. “I wanna have my own business line, my own lipstick line, my own fragrance line, my own lingerie line.”

Showbiz News: KC Concepcion will Host The X Factor Philippines!

2011-12-27T22:25:00.000+08:00

Filipinos will have its own version of the famous singing reality show, The X Factor, in The X Factor Philippines! Hosted by KC Concepcion, who looks like her mother Sharon Cuneta with her short bob new haircut, the search is on for the Philippines’ next singing superstar!

Starting January, KC will be visiting different cities like Cebu, Bacolod, Manila, Olongapo, and Batangas for the auditions. “We will start scouting for talented Filipinos who will join and compete to become the next singing superstar. So if you have the X factor or if you believe you have the X factor, then go to the auditions. I will see you there,” said KC, who recently renewed her contract with ABS-CBN.

“The X Factor Philippines,” which will air in the second quarter of 2012, is a singing-reality search open to Filipinos, aged 13 and above, who may audition as solo, duet, or group. KC will be joined by four other judges or mentors in the program. Apart from the show, KC said she is also set to do a drama series, a movie, and join ASAP.

She said it is difficult to resist opportunities that come her way and looks forward to her new projects. “I will end this year with a happy heart and start my year with a happy heart,” she said. First introduced in the UK, “The X Factor” has conquered more than 30 countries as of mid-2011 and produced more than 50 winners around the world, including Melanie Amaro who became the first season winner of “The X Factor USA” last week.

Showbiz News: Kristine Hermosa, Gave Birth to a Bouncing and Lovely Baby Girl!

2011-12-27T22:09:00.000+08:00

The expectant actress, known to possess one of the most beautiful face in Philippine showbiz, with or without makeup, Kristine Hermosa, gave birth to an equally healthy and lovely baby girl last night, December 26, 2011 at 11:49 PM.

Isang napakagandang regalo ngayong Pasko ang natanggap ng mag-asawang Oyo Sotto at Kristine Hermosa-Sotto: ang kanilang bagong silang na baby girl.

Ayon kay Oyo, "Ondrea Bliss was born yesterday, December 26 through normal delivery at 11:49 pm, her weight is 2680gm."

Dagdag pa ng aktor, "Tin is okay and still recovering. She was brought to the hospital around 6pm yesterday. Thanks."

Sa January 10, 2012, pa dapat ang due date ng panganganak ni Kristine, pero hindi inaasahan na isisilang na niya ito kagabi. Magkagano'n man, puno ng kagalakan ang mag-asawa dahil natupad ang wish nila na magkaroon ng isang baby girl.

Matatandaang ikinasal ang dalawa noong January 12, sa Club Balai Isabel, sa Talisay, Batangas.

Nagsimula silang mag-date noong 2006, habang ginagawa ang pangatlong sequel ng Enteng Kabisote.

Showbiz News: Big Boss ng TV 5 na si Manny V. Pangilinan, Binibili ang GMA 7?

2011-12-27T16:28:00.000+08:00

Hot topic ngayon ang business deal na ginagawa diumano sa pagitan nina Manny Pangilinan, sa isang banda, at ang pamilya Jimenez, Duavit, at Gozon ng GMA-7, sa ibang banda. Mind-boggling daw ang offer ni MVP para makuha ang Kapuso network, kaya mahirap mahindian.

Ngunit sa ngayon, 2/3rds pa lang daw ang completion ng deal. Meron pa raw kasing pamilya na hindi kumbinsido, o dili kaya‘y nagho-hold out for a better deal. Pero sa lumulutang na figures, mukhang mahirap nang matapatan ang offer ni MVP.

Pero kaagad na itinanggi ng Presidente ng GMA 7 na si Felipe Gozon ang tsismis na ito. Hindi raw bibilhin ni MVP ang GMA 7 at wala kahit na negosasyon about sa isyung ito!

Showbiz News: Enchong Dee, Will Portray a Blind Man in Maalaala Mo Kaya!

2011-12-27T00:04:00.000+08:00

The award winning episode of Maalaala Mo Kaya will be aired this Saturday (December 31) featuring the award-winning "Parol" episode starring Enchong Dee and Helen Gamboa.

The said episode gave Enchong his Best Single Performance by an Actor recognition from the 2011 PMPC Star Awards for TV; while Ms. Helen was awarded with Best Single Performance by an Actress during the 8th Golden Screen TV Awards. Witness in the story how Toto (Dee), despite his blindness, inspired his whole family to win their challenges and face their lives with high hopes.

Joining Dee and Gamboa in the small screen were Nanding Josef, Philip Nolasco, Boboy Garovillo, Kenjie Garcia, Dominic Ochoa, Daisy Reyes, Ina Fileo, Cherry Lou, Angeline Urquico, Neri Naig, Jommy Teotico, Jerome Ventilla, and Gigi Posadas. The "Parol" episode was researched by Alora Ramos, written by Maan Dimaculangan, and directed by Dado Lumibao.

Don't miss the continuing 20th anniversary celebration of the longest running drama anthology of Asia, Maalaala Mo Kaya (MMK), every Saturday night, after Junior Master Chef Pinoy Edition on ABS-CBN.

MMFF Update: Enteng Ng Ina Mo, Nangunguna sa Box Office!

2011-12-26T20:24:00.000+08:00

As predicted by Kris Aquino on “The Buzz,” the Vic Sotto-Ai Ai delas Alas starrer–”Enteng ng Ina Mo”–captured the no. 1 spot on the first day of MMFF 2011 box office race. But can it maintain leadership in the coming days? The movie is undoubtedly hilarious at swak na swak ang tandem ni Vic at Ai ai kaya for sure, ito ang magiging number 1 hanggang sa huli!

Here are the rankings of the MMFF 2011 entries based on first day (December 25) box office estimates as tweeted by Kris Aquino:

1. Enteng Ng Ina Mo – P38.5 million
2. Panday 2 – P20 million
3. Segunda Mano – P18.25 million
4. My Househusband – P17.33 million
5. Shake Rattle & Roll 13 – P15.9 million
6. Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow – P10.1M million
7. Manila Kingpin: The Untold Story of Asiong Salonga – P3 million

Showbiz News: Zanjoe Marudo and Bea Alonzo's Sexiest Shoot Together!

2011-12-25T11:53:00.000+08:00

Real life couple Bea Alonzo and Zanjoe Marudo is in the cover of Metro Magazine for January issue, in their sexiest shoot ever! This is a sure fire way to make your New Year celebrations full of skyrocketing fireworks!

Bea Alonzo and Zanjoe Marudo are sizzling hot on the cover of Metro Magazine’s January 2012 edition featuring the “hottest celebrity couples” in their annual Body issue.

Photographed by Xander Angeles and shot on location at One Rockwell East Sky Lounge, Bea and Zanjoe did not only show lots of skin in their photoshoot, but they also shared the secrets why their relationship is rock solid.

Other couples in the annual body issue include Hideo Muraoka and Patricia Rabago, Divine Lee and Victor Basa, and more!

Showbiz News: MMFF 2011 Started with a Grand Parade of Stars!

2011-12-25T06:02:00.000+08:00

Fans flocked to the streets to take pictures/photos or videos of their favorite stars in the highly anticipated Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 2011 parade of the stars.

As shown in the photo are Marian Rivera and Philip Salvador, waving to fans from their float designed with 2 dragon heads.

The parade started at 2PM at the One Esplanade, SM Mall of Asia. It passed through Roxas Boulevard straight to the Quirino Grandstand where there will be an entertainment show. Stars of “Enteng ng Ina Mo,” “Panday 2,” “Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow,” “Shake Rattle and Roll 13,” “My House Husband,” and “Asiong Salonga” took part in the said event. The said MMFF entries or movies are set to premiere tomorrow, December 25, Christmas Day in theaters nationwide.

Showbiz News: Top 10 Highest Paid Celebrities in the Philippines

2011-12-25T05:36:00.001+08:00

1. Kris Aquino – (born February 14, 1971) is a Chinese Filipino television and movie personality. Aquino has gained prominence due to numerous endorsements, talk shows, and game shows.

2. Willie Revillame – (born Wilfredo Buendia Revillame, January 27, 1961), is a Filipino actor and tv host.

3. Angel Locsin – (born Angelica Colmenares on April 23, 1985), is a television and film actress, commercial model, film producer and fashion designer in the Philippines.

4. Piolo Pascual – (born January 12, 1977, in Manila, Philippines) is Filipino actor, model, musician (The Hunks), and film producer.

5. Richard Guttierez – Richard Kristian Rama Gutierrez, popularly known as Richard Gutierrez (born January 21, 1984 in Beverly Hills, California), is a Filipino-American film and television actor, and commercial model.

6. Dingdong Dantes – Jose Sixto Raphael Gonzales Dantes III, popularly known as Dingdong Dantes, is an award-nominated director/actor, born August 3, 1981 in Quezon City, the Philippines. He is one of the most popular & highest paid actors in the Philippines, and also is one of the country’s highest paid underwear model.

7. John Lloyd Cruz – John Lloyd Cruz (born on June 24, 1983) is a multi-award winning Filipino actor, model and occasional TV host.

8. Sam Milby – Sam Milby (born Samuel Lloyd Lacia Milby on May 23, 1984 in Troy, Ohio, United States), is a Filipino-American, the son of a white American father and a Filipina mother, who joined Pinoy Big Brother as a housemate who later turned actor, commercial model, and recording artist.

9. Marian Rivera – Marian Rivera (born Marian Gracia Rivera on August 12, 1984 in Madrid, Spain) is a Filipina actress, commercial model and occasional singer. Her first TV role came in 2005 via TAPE Inc.’s afternoon drama, Kung Mamahalin Mo Lang Ako in the lead that was aired in GMA Network.

10. Bea Alonzo – (born Phylbert Angellie Ranollo Alonzo on October 17, 1987) is a Filipina actress and singer. Her father is British while her mother is Filipina. She is currently part of ABS-CBN contract talents

Showbiz News: Davao City Gave 4 Million Pesos Aid to Sendong Victims in CDO and Iligan!

2011-12-22T22:14:00.000+08:00

SIX dump trucks containing P2 million worth of groceries were sent by the Davao City Government to the cities of Cagayan de Oro and Iligan on Tuesday, along with four other vehicles to complete a ten-vehicle convoy. The remaining P2 million will be in cash.

The dump trucks full of goods have tarps saying, "From the People of Davao," without putting any names of politicians.

Mayor Sara Duterte and Vice Mayor Rodrigo Duterte flew in two separate choppers and landed in Iligan City past 10 a.m, Wednesday. The two Dutertes then went to the Iligan City Hall to meet with Mayor Lawrence Cruz.

Inside Cruz's office, Mayor Duterte presented him one duffle bag containing P1 million in cash. This is aside from the three dump trucks -- full of groceries and bottled water that was transported from Davao City all the way to Iligan City.

After visiting Iligan, the Dutertes then flew to Cagayan de Oro City to meet with Mayor Vicente Emano. There, the Davao City officials also presented another duffle bag containing P1 million in cash to Emano for the Cagayan de Oro City to use in alleviating the plight of thousands of residents affected by Tropical Storm Sendong.

On Tuesday afternoon, another three dump trucks full of groceries and bottled waters were also endorsed by Magno Adalin to the Cagayan de Oro City Government as part of Davao City's donation to the flood victims.

The city have allotted a total of P4 million and not just P3 million for flood victims of Northern Mindanao, as a way of showing Dabawenyos' sympathy to the flood victims.

Showbiz News: Ogie and Regine, Celebrates First Wedding Anniversary!

2011-12-22T21:12:00.000+08:00

Asia's Songbird Regine Velasquez and husband Ogie Alcasid are celebrating their first anniversary today.

"Happy anniversary to my beloved wife. I love you with all my heart," Alcasid said on Twitter.

On Wednesday, Velasquez said she is excited to mark their special day with the newest member of their family, Nathaniel James.

The singer said their family will be spending time together in Batangas.

"Batangas tomorrow for our anniv. Nakakatuwa nag-uumpisa kaming dalawa lang, ngayon may maliit na tao na kaming kasama," Velasquez tweeted.

Ogie Alcasid and his wife, Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, will also mount their reunion Valentine concert dubbed Mr. and Mrs. A at the Araneta Coliseum on February 14, 2012.

Concertgoers can look forward to performances from Vice Ganda; Princess of R&B: Kyla; the Philippine Prince of Pop: Erik Santos and Pinoy champions--Pilipinas Got Talent Season 2 Grand Winner Marcelito Pomoy, and the first ever Star Powerwinner, Angeline Quinto.

Partial proceeds of the concert will benefit the Philippine General Hospital's Medical Social Service outreach program for cancer-stricken kids.

The funds will also be allocated for the continuous chemotherapy treatments of 5 cancer-stricken children. Anna Puno (co-producer), Regine and Ogie were the ones who initiated this advocacy in time for the love month.

Showbiz News: My Househusband Ikaw Na! Graded B by Cinema Evaluation Board!

2011-12-22T20:46:00.000+08:00

The much awaited dramedy in this year’s Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF)–“My Househusband: Ikaw Na!”–has lead actors known for stellar acting prowess that many believe will weigh in mightily come awards night on Dec. 28.

The film was graded B by the Cinema Evaluation Board (CEB), proof that the movie is really good. My Househusband Ikaw Na! is topbilled by Judy Ann Santos, Ryan Agoncillo and Eugene Domingo.

Judy Ann Santos, who, in the movie, plays Mia, a mother and wife who is the sole breadwinner of her family, is not touted young superstar for nothing. She has been in show business for 23 years now and has done about 70 movies, many of which have won awards for her from many prestigious award giving bodies. Her unmatched mettle is also celebrated on television, making her not only a multi-hyphenate celebrity but a bankable one across media.

Although Ryan Agoncillo is better known as TV host, and one of the best ones in his generation too, he is a strong contender in the Best Actor category for playing Rod, a man who is bank manager one day then househusband the next. “My Househusband: Ikaw Na!” is certainly Ryan’s movie more than any one else’s as he has the most number of scenes among the cast members. But more than that, his delineation of provider turned circumstantial housekeeper will have people laughing, thinking, understanding and, perhaps, more accepting of the fact that there is no one formula or set-up that makes a family work.

Comedienne Eugene Domingo has been winning awards left and right for five years in a row now. More, she is one of few actresses—if not the only one—in the Philippine entertainment history to have participated in six films produced by eight different Filipino production companies within a year. To say that she is great at what she does and is one of the most in-demand actresses these days is an understatement.

Guiding the actors in giving their best in “My Househusband: Ikaw Na!” is Direk Joey, who, himself, is no stranger to awards. Many of his works have also become modern classics some of which also featured Ryan, Judy Ann and Eugene. He has said in recent interviews that his latest film is important in his career in that he plans to redirect his career should he win Best Director yet again.

With the stellar acting prowess of its talents and the very relatable story of “My Househusband: Ikaw Na!,” the film is expected to bring home multiple trophies come 2011 MMFF awards night.

Showbiz News: Nanalo ng 500k Sa HYY, Magdodonate Para sa mga Biktima ng Bagyong Sendong!

2011-12-22T20:30:00.000+08:00

Star Magic artist Chienna Filomeno didn’t expect that she’ll be the one to play in the jackpot round of “Happy Yipee Yehey’s” Susi ng Kapalaran game.

Despite the pressure she felt while at the game, she still followed her intuition and opted to open the hidden prize via the key she chose, over the P200,000 offered to her by HYY hosts.

At dahil dito, tuwang-tuwa ang buong Star Magic Team dahil ang mapapanalunan sa larong ito ay idodonate sa mga biktima ng bagyong Sendong!

With the half-a-million-peso prize money she won, the Star Magic team can now help the families that were affected by Typhoon Sendong, particularly in Cagayan de Oro and Iligan cities.

These TV personalities are also active on their social networking sites to campaign the said cause. Other famous Star Magic artists who also played in “Susi ng Kapalaran” were Dominic Ochoa, Guji Lorenzana, Japoy Lizardo, Kitkat, Kathryn Bernardo, Rap Fernandez, Igi Boy Flores, Makisig Morales at CJ Navato.

Showbiz News: The Ugly Truth Behind Kris Aquino's Relief Operations in CDO!

2011-12-22T16:23:00.000+08:00

Nagkalat ngayon sa media ang mga video coverage at pictures ni Kris Aquino tungkol sa kanyang pagtulong sa mga biktima ng bagyong Sendong sa CDO.

Pero ang nangyari sa Balulang, isa sa lugar kung saan may pinakamaraming casualty, ay kalunos-lunos din. Kris Aquino and ABS-CBN Relief Operations made the victims and volunteers wait for the relief goods because the place isn't viable for a photo opp.

Imagine that!

Here's the sentiment of the mother of one of the volunteers of ABS-CBN Relief Operations Team in Balulang na dismayado at natrauma dahil sa nangyari. We translated the Visayan part para maintindihan ng lahat.

Actual report by Volunteer =Tess: last dec. 19 @ 2pm more or less my son with other abs cbn volunteers reported for duty.. when the truck abs cbn streamer was full of relief goods already, the team was instructed to proceed to Balulang evac. center to download and be ready for distribution the goods in the truck. while on their way to balulang, a call from the base instructed them to stop and wait for kris aquino and party. so the team waited for for these people. @ 6pm, a call from the base advised them to proceed instead to Brgy. Consolacion since Kris and party was there already. Imagine 3 hrs naghulat (naghintay) mga volunteers only to be instructed to go to Consolacion instead. Nag yawyaw (Nagreklamo) na volunteers ngano ing ana pamaagi (bakit iyan ang patakaran) and my son even said in a loud manner " kang Kris ba diay ning mga relief goods? (Kay Kris ba itong mga relief goods) but the wala choice man but to heed to the instructions given...unsay pagtuo nila sa mga volunteers mga robot nga bahalag abtan midnight hulat2x ok lang di na kailangan foods to sustain them from doing the tasks? (Anong tingin nila sa mga volunteers, mga robot na kahit abutan ng hatinggabi sa kahihintay at di na kailangan ng pagkain) again, the team proceeded to Consolacion. sobra kaayo jud (grabe) ka heavy ang traffic so hinay jud ang dagan (mahina ang takbo) sa truck....dawbe kay ang mga tao didto gutom na jud kaayo kay halos man pangbirahon na ang mga sinako (ang mga tao doon gutom na masyado at halos abutin na ang mga sako) relief goods but no instructions given yet if i distribute ang goods. ila na lang gi explainan (they have to explain that) volunteers ra sila and have to wait for further instructions..ga singgit na sila (sumisigaw sila) "unsa man na bay inyo ra na paibog. para unsa ra man na nga gidala dala dili ihatag? (Ano ba yan, pampainggit lang? Bakit dinala pa kung hindi rin lang naman ibibigay)"gutom na daw sila kaayo. kinsa sad kaha wala nagutom sa nahitabo (sino ba ang hindi magugutom sa nangyari). hadlok na kaayo ang volunteers basin musaka na ang mga tao then sakwaton mga sinako nga goods.wala sad sila gipakuyugan ug volunteer-soldier or police for security reasons unta. (takot na ang mga volunteers na baka akyatin ng mga tao ang truck at kunin ang sako-sakong mga relief goods at wala pa namang ipinadalang security para sa kanila). after a while, there came vans in convoy. Kris and party naman diay muagi (pala ang dadaanan) with arrogant PSG men shouting "tabi kayo..saan ba mga pulis dito. sus nakurat tawon ang team nga mulakaway naman diay kris and party why pa man paadto pa sila didto? (nabigla ang mga volunteers kc paalis naman pala sina Kris e bakit pa sila pinapunta doon) minutes after, a call from the base instructed them to leave Consolacion and head for Balulang again. OMG, ang relief goods gipalaway (pinaglaway lang mga tao) lang jud diay...upon reaching Balulang around 9pm more or less gisunodsunud jud tawon (sinusundan-sundan na) ang truck sa mga victims..wala lang gihapon instruction if i download na relief goods sa evac center. gihikap na pud sa mga evacuees ang sako2xng goods..they are shouting na nga manghatag na kay gutom na kaayo. (hinihipo na ng mga gutom na tao ang sako ng relief goods. sumisigaw na mamigay na at gutom na gutom na sila) wa man jud sila instruction as in pa lamo2x na lang sila di mamansin. kay nakita man lagi nila ang streamer abs cbn relief ops. (wala pa ksing instruction kya hindi na muna pinapansin ng mga volunteers ang mga tao) ug wala man sila balebaleha..nisinggit sila "aha naman inyong presidente?" Among Binay gkan na dinhi...(sumigaw sila. Nasaan ang Presidente ninyo? Ang Vice President namin galing na dito) nadawat nasad dayon sila call from the base instructing them to go back to base..(nakatanggap ng tawag ang mga volunteers na kailangan nilang bumalik sa base) grabe ila kauoy sa mga tao nga grabe pa trauma gidaladala then wla pa tagda ila pangamuyo tagaan sila. (naawa sila sa mga tao at gutom na gutom na hindi dininig pakiusap nila na mamigay na) wala choice ang team but to go back to base but ni sekreto sila open sako then secretly hand in goods sa malabyan nila pero ila sad sinyasan (the volunteers secretly opened sacks and threw goods to people that they can pass by in the road) "psst ayaw saba sa uban" (telling them to stay quiet and not to tell others). hadlok man sila basin kalit mangdasuk mga tao..maapsan baya sila kay traffic pud hinay dagan sa truck (takot sila na baka dumagsa ang mga tao at traffic pa naman at mabagal ang takbo ng truck).. mao na ila ordeal murag mas na trauma sila sa mga actuations sa network kay kita nila mismo ang mga situations sa mga areas affected nga ila naadtuan unya nag location-hopping lang man diay sila. (eto ang ordeal ng mga volunteers. mas natrauma pa sila sa mga biktima kasi nakita nila mismo ang sitwasyon at kung ano ang nangyari. Pinaasa lang ang mga taong napuntahan nila at hindi din naman pinamigay ang dalang relief goods) ako na siya pa stop volunteer sa network and instead get involved thru NGO's or schools or any parish.

Showbiz News: Rhian Ramos, Inilaglag Na, Idedemanda Pa Ng AVON!

2011-12-22T04:47:00.000+08:00

Hindi lamang sa kahihiyan mauuwi ang eskandalong kinasasangkutan ni Rhian sa ngayon kundi maging sa demandahan!

AVON, a multinational brand, will be filing a lawsuit against its latest female endorser after her recent involvement in a controversy. The brand has decided not to air its latest commercial featuring Rhian Ramos as its endorser because she has allegedly violated the morality clause in her contract.

Tsk.. tsk.. tsk..

Eto ba ang tinatawag na karma for erasing innocent lives?

Ang sakit naman nito!

Showbiz News: Mo Twister's Reaction to His New Make Out Video!

2011-12-22T04:36:00.000+08:00

Sa pamamagitan ng kanyang Tumbler account ay nagbigay ng reaksiyon si Mo Twister tungkol sa bagong makeout video nila ni Rhian na kumakalat ngayon sa youtube.

Ito ang pahayag niya:

"I hope this all ends soon. I don’t even know how we are getting to this point. I know so many theories are out there on how these videos are being uploaded online. I hope I can be as clear as possible that this is not my doing. This latest video was not one in my possession. It was not recorded on my laptop. Actually, at this point, it doesn’t even matter what your opinions are or who you put to blame for this. These files are amongst some of our more private and intimate moments and right now, it looks like even though I ask/beg the person to stop uploading these videos, it will not make a difference. I hope this will all end soon."

Showbiz News: Phil Younghusband, Not Jealous with John Lloyd!

2011-12-21T20:41:00.000+08:00

Although Angel and John Lloyd are doing a sexy romantic-comedy film, Phil maintained that he has no reason to feel jealous since he understands the nature of Angel’s work. “Of course. She is already in that profession long before she met me. That’s her priority at the moment. I’m really excited for her and I’m looking forward to the movie. And I’m sure it’s going to be a great movie. Her last movie (In The Name of Love) is a great movie. And I’m looking forward to the next one.”

Phil shared that he’s equally supportive of Angel’s showbiz career. He’s also excited with her team-up with Box Office King John Lloyd Cruz in the movie Unofficially Yours. “Yes, I’ve met John Lloyd. He's very funny. He's a nice guy. Obviously, I’m looking forward to the movie. Angel’s very busy now. She's taping and I’m just trying to support her in anything she needs. She’s concentrating in the movie.”

Phil Younghusband didn’t hesitate to express his affection for rumored girlfriend Angel Locsin as he dedicated his notable performance during the Philippine Azkals’ friendly match against LA Galaxy to her.

He was really happy because the actress has always been very supportive of his football games and other causes. “I dedicate it to her. She prayed for me to score a goal. So I’m very thankful for her being there and for the support and I’m hopeful that she can come to my next games."

Ayon pa kay Phil, si Angel ang lucky Charm nito, the reason why he engraved her name on his shoes.

“At the same time, I want to make sure that even though in some games she won’t be there, at least I will have her name on my shoes during the game. It’s as if she's also there with me. She's my lucky charm so it's something I did to keep me inspired.”

Asked how he feels that Angel is very vocal about their romance, Phil said that the key to their happy relationship is that they have constant communication even when they’re busy with their respective work commitments. “For me, we have good communication. What's important for me is I know how she feels and we communicate right away.”

Luckily both of them have a short Christmas break and he’s excited to spend the holidays with her. “Well, I have my gifts for her already. I’m excited to spend Christmas with Angel. When I’m with her, I feel that I’m at my happiest.”

Showbiz News: Kapamilya Shows Rule Primetime Nights of Pinoys!

2011-12-21T20:24:00.000+08:00

Kapamilya Shows dominate the primetime viewing of Pinoy Nationwide starting from Maria la del Barrio, to TV Patrol, to Ikaw ay Pag-ibig, to Budoy, to My Binondo Girl, to Nasaan Ka Elisa to Pinoy Big Brother Unlinight, Bandila and XXX.

In short, ABS-CBN pa rin ang number 1 sa puso ng mga Pinoy!

Here are the comparativeHousehold Ratings of ABS-CBN, TV5, and GMA-7 programs from December 12 to 18, 2011 based on the overnight ratings of Kantar Media/TNS among National households:

December 12, Monday
Morning:
Gising Pilipinas (ABS-CBN) 1.2%; Kape't Pandesal (ABS-CBN) 1.9%; Tunay Na Buhay Replay (GMA-7) 1.2%
Umagang Kay Ganda (ABS-CB) 5.5%; Unang Hirit (GMA-7) 4.7%
Spongebob Squarepants (ABS-CBN) 5%; Detective Conan (GMA-7) 8.4%
Inazuma Eleven (ABS-CBN) 4.7%; Hunter X Hunter (GMA-7) 10%
X-Men (ABS-CBN) 5.1%; Fairytail (GMA-7) 10.1%
Kris TV (ABS-CBN) 6.1%; Bleach (GMA-7) 10.4%; Knock Out (GMA-7) 10.4%
Showtime (ABS-CBN) 10.5%; Kapuso Movie Festival: Eto Na Naman Ako (GMA-7) 12.8%

Afternoon:
Happy Yipee Yehey (ABS-CBN) 9.8%; Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) 22.1%
Helena's Promise (ABS-CBN) 8.7%; Kokak (GMA-7) 14.7%
Angelito Batang Ama (ABS-CBN) 10.2%; Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin (GMA-7) 16.2%
Pinoy Big Brother Unliday (ABS-CBN) 10.7%; Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Langit (GMA-7) 15.1%
Reputasyon (ABS-CBN) 13.8%; Love You (GMA-7) 8.8%

Evening:
Maria La Del Barrio (ABS-CBN) 22.6%; Daldalita (GMA-7) 14.9%
TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) 27.7%; 24 Oras (GMA-7) 20.5%; Wil Time Bigtime (TV5) 10.8%
Ikaw Ay Pag-ibig (ABS-CBN) 29.1%; Amaya (GMA-7) 21.8%
Budoy (ABS-CBN) 30.3%; Munting Heredera (GMA-7) 20%; Glamorosa (TV5) 4.5%
My Binondo Girl (ABS-CBN) 25.7%; Survivor Philippines Celebrity Doubles Showdown (GMA-7) 17.2%; P.S. I Love You (TV5) 2.8%
Nasaan Ka Elisa? (ABS-CBN) 22%; Inside Protégé: The Battle for the Big Break(GMA-7) 14.4%; Wanted (TV5) 2.4%
Pinoy Big Brother Unlinight (ABS-CBN) 16.8%; Dongyi (GMA-7) 9.7%; Aksyon Journalismo (TV5) 2%
Bandila (ABS-CBN) 5.9%; Saksi (GMA-7) 5.2%; Juicy! (TV5) 0.7%
XXX (ABS-CBN) 3.7%; I Witness (GMA-7) 3.6%; Jojo A. All The Way (TV5) 0.2%

December 13, Tuesday
Morning:
Gising Pilipinas (ABS-CBN) 0.7%; Kape't Pandesal (ABS-CBN) 1.4%; I Witness Replay (GMA-7) 1%
Umagang Kay Ganda (ABS-CB) 4.7%; Unang Hirit (GMA-7) 4.3%
Spongebob Squarepants (ABS-CBN) 4.6%; Detective Conan (GMA-7) 8.1%
Inazuma Eleven (ABS-CBN) 4.1%; Hunter X Hunter (GMA-7) 10.7%
X-Men (ABS-CBN) 4.3%; Fairytail (GMA-7) 10.6%
Kris TV (ABS-CBN) 6.5%; Bleach (GMA-7) 9.9%; Dragon Ball Z Kai (GMA-7) 10%
Showtime (ABS-CBN) 9.3%; Kapuso Movie Festival: Ping Lacson Super Cop(GMA-7) 12.4%

Afternoon:
Happy Yipee Yehey (ABS-CBN) 8.4%; Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) 21%
Helena's Promise (ABS-CBN) 9.5%; Kokak (GMA-7) 13.2%
Angelito Batang Ama (ABS-CBN) 12.1%; Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin (GMA-7) 14.3%
Pinoy Big Brother Unliday (ABS-CBN) 11.6%; Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Langit (GMA-7) 14.7%
Reputasyon (ABS-CBN) 14.3%; Love You (GMA-7) 8.1%

Evening:
Maria La Del Barrio (ABS-CBN) 20.8%; Daldalita (GMA-7) 13.6%
TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) 26.7%; 24 Oras (GMA-7) 19.6%; Wil Time Bigtime (TV5) 9.3%
Ikaw Ay Pag-ibig (ABS-CBN) 28.8%; Amaya (GMA-7) 20.8%
Budoy (ABS-CBN) 30.5%; Munting Heredera (GMA-7) 18.7%; Glamorosa (TV5) 4.4%
My Binondo Girl (ABS-CBN) 26.5%; Survivor Philippines Celebrity Doubles Showdown (GMA-7) 15.8%; P.S. I Love You (TV5) 2.7%
Nasaan Ka Elisa? (ABS-CBN) 22.5%; Inside Protégé: The Battle for the Big Break(GMA-7) 12.3%; Journo (TV5) 1.8%
Pinoy Big Brother Unlinight (ABS-CBN) 15.6%; Dongyi (GMA-7) 10.2%; Aksyon Journalismo (TV5) 1.8%
Bandila (ABS-CBN) 6.5%; Saksi (GMA-7) 5.3%; Juicy! (TV5) 1.3%
Patrol Ng Pilipino (ABS-CBN) 2.7%; Reporter's Notebook (GMA-7) 3.5%; Jojo A. All The Way (TV5) 0.4%

December 14, Wednesday
Morning:
Gising Pilipinas (ABS-CBN) 1%; Kape't Pandesal (ABS-CBN) 1.7%; Reporter's Notebook Replay (GMA-7) 1.3%
Umagang Kay Ganda (ABS-CB) 5.2%; Unang Hirit (GMA-7) 4.6%
Spongebob Squarepants (ABS-CBN) 4.9%; Detective Conan (GMA-7) 8.4%
Inazuma Eleven (ABS-CBN) 3.8%; Hunter X Hunter (GMA-7) 9.8%
X-Men (ABS-CBN) 4.6%; Fairytail (GMA-7) 10.4%
Kris TV (ABS-CBN) 6.4%; Bleach (GMA-7) 10%; Dragon Ball Z Kai (GMA-7) 10.2%
Showtime (ABS-CBN) 10.6%; Kapuso Movie Festival: Narito Ang Puso Ko (GMA-7) 9.8%

Afternoon:
Happy Yipee Yehey (ABS-CBN) 9.5%; Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) 21%
Helena's Promise (ABS-CBN) 9.5%; Kokak (GMA-7) 13.2%
Angelito Batang Ama (ABS-CBN) 11%; Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin (GMA-7) 14.3%
Pinoy Big Brother Unliday (ABS-CBN) 12.8%; Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Langit (GMA-7) 14.1%
Reputasyon (ABS-CBN) 15.5%; Love You (GMA-7) 8.4%

Evening:
Maria La Del Barrio (ABS-CBN) 21.3%; Daldalita (GMA-7) 13.7%
TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) 26%; 24 Oras (GMA-7) 16.6%; Wil Time Bigtime (TV5) 10.1%
Ikaw Ay Pag-ibig (ABS-CBN) 27.4%; Amaya (GMA-7) 18.1%
Budoy (ABS-CBN) 29.7%; Munting Heredera (GMA-7) 18%; Glamorosa (TV5) 4%
My Binondo Girl (ABS-CBN) 29.6%; Survivor Philippines Celebrity Doubles Showdown (GMA-7) 14.6%; P.S. I Love You (TV5) 2.8%
Nasaan Ka Elisa? (ABS-CBN) 24%; Inside Protégé: The Battle for the Big Break(GMA-7) 12.2%; Anggulo (TV5) 1.7%
Pinoy Big Brother Unlinight (ABS-CBN) 14.9%; Dongyi (GMA-7) 9.1%; Aksyon Journalismo (TV5) 1.9%
Bandila (ABS-CBN) 5.7%; Saksi (GMA-7) 6.4%; Juicy! (TV5) 1%
Storyline (ABS-CBN) 2.1%; Born To Be Wild (GMA-7) 3.3%; Jojo A. All The Way(TV5) 0.4%

December 15, Thursday (No Available Data)

December 16, Friday
Morning:
Kapamilya Simbang Gabi (ABS-CBN) 0.7%; Gising Pilipinas (ABS-CBN) 1.5%;Kape't Pandesal (ABS-CBN) 1.8%; Rescue Replay (GMA-7) 1.1%
Umagang Kay Ganda (ABS-CB) 5.5%; Unang Hirit (GMA-7) 4.6%
Spongebob Squarepants (ABS-CBN) 4.8%; Detective Conan (GMA-7) 6.9%
Inazuma Eleven (ABS-CBN) 4.4%; Hunter X Hunter (GMA-7) 9.4%
X-Men The Animated Series (ABS-CBN) 4.3%; Fairytail (GMA-7) 9.3%
Kris TV (ABS-CBN) 7.6%; Bleach (GMA-7) 10.6%; Dragon Ball Z Kai (GMA-7) 11.1%
Showtime (ABS-CBN) 11.8%; Kapuso Movie Festival: Beloved (GMA-7) 8.5%

Afternoon:
Happy Yipee Yehey (ABS-CBN) 10.1%; Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) 20.1%
Helena's Promise (ABS-CBN) 8.7%; Kokak (GMA-7) 13.8%
Angelito Batang Ama (ABS-CBN) 11.6%; Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin (GMA-7) 14.5%
Pinoy Big Brother Unliday (ABS-CBN) 13%; Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Langit (GMA-7) 14.2%
Reputasyon (ABS-CBN) 15%; Love You (GMA-7) 8.8%

Evening:
Maria La Del Barrio (ABS-CBN) 21.5%; Daldalita (GMA-7) 13.5%
TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) 26.7%; 24 Oras (GMA-7) 18.3%; Wil Time Bigtime (TV5) 11.2%
Ikaw Ay Pag-ibig (ABS-CBN) 26.6%; Amaya (GMA-7) 20.6%
Budoy (ABS-CBN) 26.3%; Munting Heredera (GMA-7) 17.9%; Glamorosa (TV5) 4.6%
My Binondo Girl (ABS-CBN) 24.2%; Survivor Philippines Celebrity Doubles Showdown (GMA-7) 14.9%; P.S. I Love You (TV5) 2.9%
Nasaan Ka Elisa? (ABS-CBN) 21.1%; Inside Protégé (GMA-7) 11.9%; Bitag (TV5) 2.5%
Pinoy Big Brother Unlinight (ABS-CBN) 13.1%; Bubble Gang (GMA-7) 11.3%;Aksyon Journalismo (TV5) 2%
Bandila (ABS-CBN) 5.3%; Saksi (GMA-7) 4.6%; Juicy! (TV5) 0.7%
SOCO (ABS-CBN) 3.9%; Urban Zone (ABS-CBN) 1.2%; Tunay Na Buhay (GMA-7) 2.2%; Jojo A. All The Way (TV5) 0.2%

December 17, Saturday
Morning:
Kapamilya Simbang Gabi (ABS-CBN) 0.8%; PJM Forum (GMA-7) 0.4%
Sa Kabukiran (ABS-CBN) 1.2%; Adyenda (GMA-7) 1.3%; Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko(GMA-7) 1.4%
Salamat Dok (ABS-CBN) 3.5%; Pinoy MD: Mga Doktor ng Bayan (GMA-7) 3.7%
Kabuhayang Swak Na Swak (ABS-CBN) 3.6%; Hanep Buhay (GMA-7) 5.9%
Honey Watch Out! (ABS-CBN) 2.2%; Tom and Jerry Tales (GMA-7) 7.9%
Why Not? (ABS-CBN) 2.9%; Go Diego Go! (ABS-CBN) 4.1%; Master Hamsters (GMA-7) 8.9%
The Penguins of Madagascar (ABS-CBN) 5.8%; Dragon Ball Z Kai (GMA-7) 8.7%
El Tigre The Adventures of Manny Rivera (ABS-CBN) 6.5%; Tropang Potchiole Hole Tropang Potchi (GMA-7) 6.8%
3 Brothers (ABS-CBN) 4.8%; Boys Over Flowers (ABS-CBN) 6.9%; Maynila (GMA-7) 7.4%
Showtime (ABS-CBN) 11.6%; Kapuso Movie Festival: Manolo En Michelle Hapi Together (GMA-7) 11.5%

Afternoon:
Happy Yipee Yehey! (ABS-CBN) 10.2%; Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) 23.6%
Entertainment Live (ABS-CBN) 5.9%; Ako Ang Simula (ABS-CBN) 6.1%; Startalk TX(GMA-7) 9.2%
Failon Ngayon (ABS-CBN) 6.8%; Wish Ko Lang (GMA-7) 11.5%
TV Patrol Weekend (ABS-CBN) 10.7%; 24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) 13.7%

Evening:
Junior Masterchef Pinoy Edition (ABS-CBN) 15.4%; Manny Many Prizes (GMA-7) 16.4%; Wil Time Bigtime (TV5) 13.7%
Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) 26.1%; Spooky Nights Presents Perya (GMA-7) 17.6%
Toda Max (ABS-CBN) 24.8%; Pinoy Big Brother Unlimited (ABS-CBN) 16.2%;Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho (GMA-7) 19.4%
Da Best Ang Pasko Ng Pilipino (ABS-CBN) 11.9%; Imbestigador (GMA-7) 11.7%;Inside Protégé (GMA-7) 6.7%; A Michael Buble Christmas (GMA-7) 2.9%
Banana Split Extra Scoop (ABS-CBN) 3.8%; The Bottom Line With Boy Abunda(ABS-CBN) 1.5%; Walang Tulugan With The Master Showman (GMA-7) 0.9%

December 18, Sunday
Morning:
The Healing Eucharist (ABS-CBN) 5.2%; In Touch (GMA-7) 1%
Kabuhayang Swak Na Swak (ABS-CBN) 5.1%; Batman The Brave and The Bold(GMA-7) 4.2%
Salamat Dok (ABS-CBN) 5.2%; Jewelpet (GMA-7) 6.4%; Tom And Jerry Tales(ABS-CBN) 9.6%
Iron Man (ABS-CBN) 5%; Master Hamsters (GMA-7) 9.5%
Power Rangers RPM (ABS-CBN) 4.8%; Dragon Ball (GMA-7) 10.6%
Matanglawin (ABS-CBN) 7.4%; AHA! (GMA-7) 8.8%
Lumang Tao Bagong Mundo (ABS-CBN) 9.4%; Kapuso Movie Festival: 'D Sisters Nuns of the Above (GMA-7) 13.6%

Afternoon:
ASAP Rocks (ABS-CBN) 14.3%; Party Pilipinas (GMA-7) 10.4%
Growing Up (ABS-CBN) 12.4%; Tween Hearts (GMA-7) 9%
The Buzz (ABS-CBN) 10.9%; Showbiz Central (GMA-7) 8%

Evening:
TV Patrol Weekend (ABS-CBN) 20.4%; 24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) 14.3%
Goin' Bulilit (ABS-CBN) 19.8%; Pepito Manaloto (GMA-7) 19.3%; Pinoy Explorer(TV5) 7%
Junior MasterChef Pinoy Edition (ABS-CBN) 18.1% / Kap's Amazing Stories(GMA-7) 18.1%; Who Wants To Be A Millionaire (TV5) 6.6%
Rated K (ABS-CBN) 18.7%; Pinoy Big Brother Unlimited (ABS-CBN) 16.1%; Protégé: The Battle For The Big Break (GMA-7) 18.8%; Talentadong Pinoy (TV5) 8.1%
Sunday's Best: Da Best Ang Pasko Ng Pilipino (ABS-CBN) 11%; SNBO: The 2011 Christmas Short Films (GMA-7) 5.5%; Wow Mali (TV5) 5.3%; USI Under Special Investigation (TV5) 2.8%; Aksyon Linggo (TV5) 2%

Showbiz News: KC Concepcion, Remains a Kapamilya!

2011-12-21T19:48:00.000+08:00

After KC left Star Magic and signed in to Viva, speculations that she will be transferring TV Station and be with her Mom Megastar Sharon Cuneta in TV 5, became apparent. But KC put an end to the rumor as she signed contract with ABS-CBN.

Tuloy-tuloy na rin ang shooting niya ng bago niyang teleserye sa Kapamilya Primetime Bida, ang Alta, along with Gretchen Barretto and Angelica Panganiban.

So KC stays with ABS-CBN and still brushing shoulders with his ex Piolo Pascual!

Good news ito sa mga fans na Kapamilya ni KC!

Showbiz News: Mo Twister at Rhian Ramos, LapLapan Video!

2011-12-21T13:34:00.001+08:00

If Rhian thought that her nightmare is about to end, she's dead wrong! Another video surfaced in youtube kung saan atat na ata siya habang nilalafang si Mo as if sarap-sarap ni twisted mind!

Huli na naman sa harap ng camera ang mga kalandian ni Rhian!

Hiningan ng reaksiyon si Atty. Kapunan, ang abogado ni Rhian, tungkol sa pangalawang video. Ang sagot nito: "We challenge Mo to come to court!"

Sinabi rin nitong nakuha na nila ang Protection Order laban kay Mo na hiningi nila sa korte.

Dagdag nito: "Hinihintay na lang si Mo. The case is in the court already."

Samantala, ang huling posting ni Mo mula sa New York, na lumabas sa kanyang Twitter account mga 10 hours ago, ay: "glad to be home in the company of friends."

Wala pa itong pinost na kung anumang reaksiyon about sa ikalawang video nila ni Rhian na kumakalat na sa youtube ngayon.

Click the link to see the video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1pvhbFPL8w&context=C3cbb1f4ADOEgsToPDskIYzdsEXkJJigCO0SavBEOQ

Showbiz News: Shamcey Supsup, Inili-Link kay Piolo Pascual!

2011-12-20T23:10:00.000+08:00

Nang tanungin si Shamcey tungkol sa mga balitang lumalabas tungkol sa kanila ni Piolo na marami ang nakapansin na nung nakaraang Ad Congress sa Bicol ay nagbubulungan at very sweet diumano ang dalawa, ang nasagot ng dalaga, “Di ko nga siya nakatabi ever at ‘di ko pa siya nakausap ever at nung time na yun ‘di pa kami na-introduce to each other so ang nakausap ko talaga dun si Venus, si John Lloyd (Cruz) at si Maja (Salvador) kasi sila yung mga kasabay namin sa plane pabalik pero si Piolo ‘di ko pa siya nakausap nun…. Pero for Star Awards dun na, kasama ko sina Richard Gomez and Dawn Zulueta kaya dun kami nagkaroon ngtime magkausap.”

Pero willing naman daw ito to do a movie project with Piolo Pascual.

“Of course, everyone naman dreams to have him as a leading man kumbaga marami akong mga kaklase na idol na idol siya at kinapalan ko na mukha ko kumuha talaga ako ng video from Piolo for my friend kasi sobrang idol na idol siya na nung binigay ko yun pwede na daw siyang mamatay. Sobrang saya niya parang early Christmas gift ko na for her,” ang sagot ni Shamcey.

Desperate move na naman ba ito ng kampo ni Papa P. para protektahan ang sira ng image nito?

Well, marunong na ngayon ang mga viewers no at hindi na ganun kadaling maloko!

Showbiz News: Kris, Angel, Anne at Vice, Namudmod ng Tulong sa mga Biktima ng Bagyong Sendong!

2011-12-20T22:15:00.000+08:00

While most celebrities are busy with their Christmas shopping and Holiday escapades, Kapamilya stars Kris Aquino, Vice Ganda, Angel Locsin, and Anne Curtis chose to spend a night sharing theirblessings with the families in the different barangays of Cagayan de Oro City who were all recently affected by typhoon Sendong.

Kris, Vice, Angel, and Anne personally visited the typhoon-stricken areas of CDO and handed out food, water, and toiletries to the residents who mostly have lost everything including their properties, livelihood, homes, and even their loved ones.

Aquino said that made sure they seized the chance to help. “It’s nice to know that even my househelps joined us in the relief operations. They were up until four in the morning preparing our packed goods,” she said.

Vice Ganda, on the other hand, expressed that this is the time for Filipinos to show compassion and to extend a helping hand to each other. He said, “We all know that many were devastated in Cagayan de Oro and Iligan. We have to do something. It would be heartless of us to spend time just shopping while knowing that there are other people in our country suffering.”

Locsin and Curtis further appealed to the public to take part in helping the victims of typhoon Sendong.

“We are not here just to show that we are ‘giving.’ We want to urge our kababayans to share their blessings especially now that its Christmas time,” Locsin explained.

Curtis reminded that ‘clean potable water’ is an urgent necessity of the people in CDO and Iligan.

Meanwhile, “ABS-CBN Sagip Kapamilya: Operation Sendong” is continuously seeking for in-kind and cash donations to aid the families affected by the tragedy.

In-kind donations like canned goods, rice, noodles, biscuits, coffee, sugar, clothes, blankets, mats, and medicines can be brought to Sagip Kapamilya, ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. Mother Ignacia cor. Eugenio Lopez St. Diliman, Quezon City; ABS-CBN Cagayan De Oro, Barangay Bulua, Cagayan De Oro City; and to ABS-CBN Davao, Shrine Hills, Matina, Davao City.

For cash donations, interested parties may send it to Banco de Oro (Sct. Albano, Quezon Ave., Quezon City Branch) under the account name ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.-Sagip Kapamilya with account number 393-011-4199. For international cash donations, Sagip Kapamilya’s BDO dollar account number is 393-008-1622 with a ‘swift code,’ BNORPHMM.

The public can also deposit their donation through PNB at BPI which both carry the account name ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.-Sagip Kapamilya. The account number in PNB is 419-539-5000-13; while in BPI (West Triangle, Quezon City Branch) is 3051-1127-75. The BPI Dollar Account is under the name ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.-Sagip Kapamilya with the account number, 3054-0270-35.

Grabe, iba talagang magmahal ang Kapamilya!

Hollywood News: Lady Gaga, Forbes Top Earning Female Artist of 2011!

2011-12-20T22:05:00.000+08:00

According to the latest survey of Forbes Magazine, Lady Gaga is the Top Earning Female Artist of 2011 (a.k.a. the Top Earning Woman in Music).

The “Born this Way” singer/songwriter has grossed a whopping $170 million on 137 shows in 22 countries over the past 12 months. AndEarnings from radio play, recorded music sales and endorsement deals from Polaroid, Virgin Mobile, Monster Cable, Viva Glam, etch. are not yet included!

As for music sales, Forbes’ said Gaga earned $90 million in the last 12 months, more than the combined earnings of second and third placers Taylor Swift ($45 million) and Katy Perry ($44 million).

Here’s Forbes Magazine’s Top-Earning Women in Music for 2011:

1. Lady Gaga – $90 million
2. Taylor Swift – $45 million
3. Katy Perry – $44 million
4. Beyonce – $35 million
5. Rihanna – $29 million
6. Pink – $22 million
7. Carrie Underwood – $20 million
8. Celine Dion – $19 million
9. Adele – $18 million
10. Britney Spears and Alicia Keys – $10 million

Overall, U2 was Forbes’ top act in music, with the band raking in $195 million in 2011.

Showbiz News: Andi Eigenmann, Never had Regrets for Keeping her Baby!

2011-12-20T21:56:00.000+08:00

Since Andi Eigenmann's pregnancy had made public by her mom, her pregnancy had been monitored by most Filipinos like a teleserye as sympathy continously grew on her side.

While her unplanned pregnancy left her abandoned by the baby's father, Andi braved the nine-month storm with her family rallying behind her until she gave birth to Adriana Gabrielli, or "Elle" for short.

Andi said that her "baby daddy", despite knowing about her condition, never made an effort to check on her throughout her entire pregnancy. "Hindi nag-follow-up. Wala. Basta na lang siyang nag-vanish na parang bula."

If he suddenly makes his presence felt in the future and expresses an interest in his child, Andi laments, "Ano, papakahirap muna ako, at pag wala na 'yong paghihirap, pag cute na si Elle, pag nabuo ko na siya nang maayos, 'tsaka ka lang nandiyan?" She does, however, acknowledge that it's her child's right to meet her father. "For my baby, I won't deprive her of that, because that's her right... Kawawa naman siya.She has a right to meet her dad, so I'm just hoping for that."

But she said that she will do her best so that her baby won't have any reason to look for her dad.

Showbiz News: Regine Velasquez, Enjoy sa Pagiging Mommy!

2011-12-19T23:02:00.000+08:00

Regine Velasquez is enjoying her new role as a mom. And she's telling the whole world about it via Twitter!

On December 5, the 41-year-old singer created an account on the social networking site, where she has been tweeting about her day-to-day life at home, including breastfeeding.

Regine sees feeding time a bonding moment with Baby Nate—who, she noticed, has a growing "addiction" to her milk.

On December 9, Regine tweeted:

Back now from belo, feeding nate. Maulan na hapon masarap mamaluktot sa Kama. Ha?!!!! dede na naman? Kaka dede mo lang ah...?ok ok dede .

And just minutes after midnight on December 15, she tweeted again:

Hi guys, yes gising pa Lola nyo. Omg parang pati yata kaluluwa eh dedehin na ng anak ko!!!!!!!!!!!!:-D

But it's not as if the former I Heart You, Pare star is complaining about it.

Truth is she likes this activity because it also helps her lose post-partum weight.

Regine's morning routine would consist of feeding Nate and doing an hour or so of yoga.

She has been eating healthy these days, and has consulted a doctor about undergoing slimming procedure.

Her goal is to get back into shape in time for her comeback concert with husband Ogie Alcasid on February 14, 2012.

On December 13, she tweeted:

Magandang pananghalian sa lahat.I'm really excited for the concert this coming feb 14 I miss snging a lot sana magkitakita tayo don:-)

But even if she becomes busy again for her showbiz commitments, she knows her priority.

Before sleeping, she tweeted last December 16: Ang sarap maging nanay:-)

source: pep.ph

Showbiz News: Sam Pinto, Happy sa Pagiging FHM 2011 Sexiest Woman in the World!

2011-12-19T22:16:00.000+08:00

Nagpapasalamat si Sam at ang daming blessings na dumating sa buhay niya simula ng tanghalin siyang FHM Sexiest Woman ngayong taon!

Si Sam na naman ngayong Disyembre ang featured Cover Girl ng FHM. Photographed against the lahar landscape of Pampanga, Sam says she's redefining the meaning of sexy.

"Actually masaya akong nag-iba na rin ang perception ng tao [towards what is sexy].Kasi dati, it's always about big boobs, big butt," Sam tells FHM. "After me, andami nang sumunod [na cover girls] with bodies like mine, like Solenn [Heussaff], Ellen Adarna. They're not the typical sexy bodies you see, but still oozing with sexiness."

So far, she has been enjoying the rewards of her "sexiest woman" title.

"I've had work every single day. Which is actually good, kasi 'yun talaga yung proofna ang lakas palang maging No.1 ng FHM," says Sam.

Aside from being a mainstay in Bubble Gang, she shares, "Now I have two new endorsements, and I'm doing FHM again!"

Any die-hard FHM reader would know that this is actually Sam's second cover shoot for the acclaimed men's magazine, following an equally- celebrated maiden appearance in July last year.

She is also getting more recognition from her role as Neneng Bakit in the Bubble Gang segment, "Boy Pickup." "When I go to mall shows, I'm not Sam anymore, I'm Neneng Bakit. Sobrang nakakatuwa kasi we were not expecting na lalaki yungsegment na 'yun. Baka [nga] magka-movie pa. Ganun siya ka-bongga," the Kapuso star says.

Showbiz News: PNoy, Partied in Malacanang Amidst Tragedy in CDO and Iligan!

2011-12-19T15:12:00.000+08:00

Marami ang bumatikos sa tweet ni Valerie Concepcion kung saan sinabi nitong "Done w/ work.. Tnx for having me.. :) It was nice to see Pres. P-Noy laughing at my jokes & enjoying my performance..ü #Malacañang #PSGNight".

Nagmukha tuloy inconsiderate si PNoy at nakuha pa nitong makipagsaya gayung maraming mga Pinoy ang namatay dulot ng pananalanta ng bagyong Sendong! Kung gaano kabilis umaksiyon si PNoy sa impeachment ni Chief Justice Renato Corona at sa pulitika, ang bagal naman nitong umaksiyon pagdating sa mga kalamidad!

Binura na ni Valerie Concepcion sa kanyang Twitter timeline ang kanyang tweet kahapon. Nag-tweet si Valerie tungkol sa pagpunta niya kagabi sa Malacañang Palace para sa Christmas party ng Presidential Security Group (PSG).

Sa kanyang unang tweet, sinabi ni Valerie na: "I'm on my way to Malacañang..ü Will sing 2 songs there.. :) Tapos didiretso na ako sa World Trade Center after.. See you there! Booth 814"

Sinundan niya ito ng: "I'm here na sa Malacañang for the PSG Christmas Party..ü Ms. Jessa Zaragosa is here also.. :) 3 kanta pala ako dto.. Akala ko 2 lng.."

Humingi rin ang aktres ng paumanhin kung may na-offend man daw siya.

Saad ng Valerie sa kanyang Twitter account:

"I just want to clarify that I was invited to perform at Malacañang's Christmas Party for their employees with their husbands/wives and kids. Yes, the President attended the gathering.

"I do not see anything wrong with that since its his obligation and responsibility being the head of Malacañang to be present and show his support for his hardworking employees and their respective families. But I believe that it doesn't mean that the president is not thinking of ways to help our kababayan(s) in Mindanao.

"It doesn't mean that the president is disregarding the plight of our fellow Filipinos. Let's not be too quick to judge. But if I, in any way, offended you guys and sounded insensitive, I am very sorry.

"It wasn't my intention to do either. I can't imagine how difficult life is for the people affected in Mindanao and how difficult it is to be the president of the Philippines at this moment. Once again, I am very sorry for all those people I have offended. May God bless us all."

Si Valerie ang pangalawang aktres na nasangkot sa kontrobersiya dahil sa Twitter at kay PNoy.

Last week, inulan ng mga batikos si Francine Prieto dahil sa sagot nito na "Nope. Ayoko sa panot," sa tanong na papayag ba siyang makipag-date sa Pangulo ng Pilipinas.

Literal na nakipagmurahan si Francine sa mga haters niya at sa mga tagapagtanggol ni P-Noy.

Nagpakatotoo lamang daw siya kaya walang malisya ang kanyang naging sagot.