Author: Ron Mia

A frustrated journalist who finds the realization of that dream through blogging. Writes about politics, entertainment, sports and personal stuffs. The writer behind the blog site NiteWriter.

GMA Network’s newest historical-fantasy series started on the right foot as it continues to make waves and praises from the netizens. Since its pilot on Monday, October 3, netizens can’t help but gush over the series, which stars Kapuso prime stars Dennis Trillo, Julie Anne San Jose and Barbie Forteza. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GIZAet7TJg The recent episode got highly commended by netizens for tackling timely and relevant issues–like gender equality and women empowerment. Twitter user @JongdaeLex said that apart from being a historical-fantasy series, what he liked more about Maria Clara at Ibarra is: “that it tackles a wide range of heavy topics…

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Filipino actress Chai Fonacier addressed criticisms of her thick Filipino accent in the Hollywood film Nocebo. Following the release of the trailer of her debut Hollywood film Nocebo on October 4, some netizens “raised eyebrows” and criticized Chai’s use of a thick Filipino accent which they say depicts dangerous stereotypes in Western media. “The accent is unbearable. Why was the accent greenlit? Is it really necessary? Good for Chai, but my left eyebrow is raised. We know she doesn’t speak English like that,” says Twitter user @hubineer. “Immediately invalidating multiple people feeling off about this and the valid criticism makes…

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Kapuso’s newest primetime series Maria Clara at Ibarra started on the right foot as it wins televiewers and social media trends. The historical fantasy series dominated its timeslot on its pilot episode beating rival program Darna. Based on the rating report from Nielsen NUTAM People’s survey, Maria Clara at Ibarra scored 15.1% on Monday, October 3 beating Darna by 8% at 7.1%. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtugF8uFXsE On the following day, Tuesday, October 4, Maria Clara at Ibarra’s rating even moved higher to 15.4% overpowering Darna’s 6.4% rating. Aside from TV ratings win, the Kapuso drama series was also warmly welcomed by the netizens.…

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Atty. Ferdinand Topacio will no longer represent Deniece Cornejo in her rape case against Kapamilya host-comedian Vhong Navarro. In a series of tweets by ABS-CBN News reporter Niko Baua, on October 5, Topacio announced his departure from the Deniece Cornejo-Vhong Navarro rape case due to fundamental differences in handling the case. “Just in: Atty. Ferdinand Topacio is no longer the counsel of Deniece Cornejo in her rape case against Vhong Navarro. In a statement, Topacio explained that there has been a fundamental difference in the management of the case caused by certain people.” https://twitter.com/Nikobaua/status/1577596587194580994 Topacio said that he “does not…

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GMA Network’s top-rating afternoon drama Abot Kamay Na Pangrap continues to attract interest from both regular televiewers and online audiences. Alongside its consistently high TV ratings based on Nielsen Philippines NUTAM People’s data, the Kapuso drama also raked a million views on Facebook. One of the videos that drew huge views was the clip that featured Analyn Santos (Jillian Ward), Zoey Tanyag (Kazel Kinouchi), at Dra. Katie Enriquez (Che Cosio). The clip featured the medical conference scene between Analyn, Zoey, Dr. Enriquez, and other doctors of APEC Medical Center where Analyn was praised for her correct medical management plan for…

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In a Facebook post on Saturday, October 1, broadcaster Anthony Taberna denounced the cancel culture and the call for a boycott of businesses associated with die-hard supporters of the current Administration, which included his restaurant business Ka Tunying’s. “Sabi ng mga di naman talaga nakakatikim pa ng masarap na kape at pagkain sa Ka Tunying’s – #boycottKaTunyings  Ayan na naman po kayo.” He then apologized to his employees who might be affected by the call for a boycott, including those Kakampink employees and suppliers. “Pero sa totoo lang, mas gusto kong humingi ng paumanhin sa mga empleyado namin sa Ka Tunying’s mula…

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Senator Robin Padilla and the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) opposed the proposal to make drug testing mandatory for actors. In a statement on Monday, October 3, Padilla said while he fully supports the government’s programs against illegal drugs, he’s not in favor of mandatory drug testing for actors as it may violate their human rights. “Tayo ay nakikiisa sa layuning maprotektahan ang ating mga kababayan sa kapahamakan ng iligal na droga. Kasama na rito ang mga kapwa kong artista. “Nguni’t hindi maaaring obligahin ang sinuman na magpa-drug test, dahil maaaring labag ito sa kanilang karapatang pantao,” he…

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Kapuso drama series Start-Up PH seemed to start to pick up in the rating game after posting double-digit TV ratings for the first time. On Thursday, September 29, the Alden Richards-Bea Alonzo starrer series scored a rating of 10.6% according to the rating report by Nielsen Philippines NUTAM People’s survey beating rival program 2 Good To Be True by 6% at 4.6%. It was the first time since its pilot on Monday, September 26 that Start-Up PH scored double-digit rating. https://twitter.com/GMADrama/status/1575706706079879168 While Start-Up PH is expected to win the rating game given the current Philippine TV landscape–its pilot week rating…

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Kapuso’s afternoon drama Return to Paradise scored its highest rating since its premiere. A social media post by GMA Drama said that Return to Paradise registered a rating of 8.5% on Thursday, September 29, based on the Nielsen Philippines NUTAM People’s rating report. https://twitter.com/GMADrama/status/1575795090450259968 This is the show’s all-time high ratings since its pilot on August 1, 2022. The episode featured nerve-wracking scenes about Rina’s (Teresa Loyzaga) continued plan to terrorize Eden (Elle Villanueva) and Red’s (Derrick Monasterio) relationship because of her hatred towards Eden’s mother, Amanda (Eula Valdez). During the episode, Rina and his brother Zandro (Paolo Paraiso) pretend…

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Kapuso action-drama series Lolong continues to eat-up competition as it scored consistent high ratings on its final week. Based on GMA Public Affairs’ successive tweets, Lolong remains the primetime leader, comfortably swallowing its rival Darna. On Monday, September 26, Lolong scored a rating of 18%, 10.9% higher than Darna’s 7.1% https://twitter.com/GMA_PA/status/1574613455336001537 On the following day, Tuesday, September 27, although its rating score went down to 17.7%, it still dominated Darna, which scored only 6.8%. https://twitter.com/GMA_PA/status/1574971065864163329 For its Wednesday, September 28 episode, Lolong’s rating increased by 0.1% to 17.8%, easily beating Darna by 11.1% at 6.7%. https://twitter.com/GMA_PA/status/1575332607000453121 The action-packed finale week…

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Veteran showbiz columnist Lolit Solis is not yet finished with her beef against Bea Alonzo. In her recent Instagram post, Solis posted new tirades against Kapuso actress Bea Alonzo following the Kapuso drama series Start-Up PH pilot. According to Lolit, Start-Up PH was not well received by the audience because of Bea Alonzo. “Sayang naman Salve ang Start Up PH. Hindi daw masyado tinanggap ang kapareha ni Alden Richards dahil mukhang mas matanda sa kanya. “Mukhang tita Bea si Bea Alonzo kaya mas maganda pang si Yasmien Kurdi na lang sana ang nilagay sa role niya na kitang kita mo…

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It seemed the decision to cut off its online live streaming has paid off for Wowowin. On Monday, September 26, Wowowin host Willie Revillame announced the decision of ALLTV management to let go of its online live stream to persuade its loyal viewers to tune in to free TV. “Wala tayong Facebook at YouTube ngayon kasi ang gusto namin ng AMBS management ay nakatutok kayo sa TV. “Ang hirap manood sa cell phone kung kayo ho ay nasa biyahe,” the host-producer explained. The decision came after its dismal TV ratings since its soft launch on September 13. Based on the rating report…

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Kapamilya host-comedian Vice Ganda addressed bashers who often belittle his successful movies. During the Wednesday, September 28 episode of It’s Showtime, a supposed joke time between the hosts Vice Ganda, Ogie, Kim and Karylle turned serious when the topic of Vice Ganda’s movies was brought up. It started when Vice noticed the facial expression of one of Ms. Q and A contestants. Vice then compared it to his facial expression in his debut film Petrang Kabayo with a matching sample. “Papunta na siya kay Petrang Kabayo, yung nagta-transform na.Ganyan ako doon sa pelikula eh,” Vice commented. He then shared that…

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GMA Network’s latest afternoon drama series Nakarehas na Puso made a good start as it easily captured the attention of the televiewers. On Monday, September 26, Nakarehas na Puso scored a big win in TV ratings as it dominated its timeslot against rival programs. Based on the rating report from Nielsen Philippines People’s data, the Kapuso afternoon drama scored a rating of 7.6% a mile away against rival shows Balita One Nan of TV5 which only scored 0.4%, Afternoon Zinema of A2Z Channel 11 with 0.8% and Kapamilya Gold Hits of Kapamilya Channel which got 0.2% ratings. However, it’s good…

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After its good showing in the rating game, GMA Network decided to extend the run of its family gameshow, Family Feud. Initially, Family Feud, hosted by Kapuso prime actor Dingdong Dantes is set to run until December 2022 only. However, after consistent good ratings and feedback from its viewers, the Kapuso network management decided to extend its run until next year. “Ituluy-tuloy na natin iyan. Habang nagbibigay tayo ng kasiyahan, nakakatulong din tayo kasi ang mga televiewers, di ba, they can participate and also win. “Siyempre, sobra kaming nagagalak kasi, di ba, it’s such an entertaining show. Hindi siya just…

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In an interview with Ogie Diaz’s YouTube channel on Sunday, September 25, the singer-comedian Janno Gibbs admitted that he sometimes gets offended whenever he is called “laos.” According to him, “laos” is the constant word being tagged to him by his bashers whenever he engages them in controversial social media topics. “Lagi namang binabalik sa akin, ‘Laos ka na. Laos na kaya nag-iingay sa social media.” Asked by Diaz, he replied against his bashers, he said yes adding that he already accepted that he’s not that popular today compared to his “golden” years in showbiz. “Oo, pero aminado naman akong…

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