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December 12, (QUEZON CITY) – An affirmation of its mission to be “In the Service of the Filipinos Worldwide” ABS-CBN The Filipino Channel (TFC) recently earned its fourth consecutive set of awards for championing the cause of the overseas Filipinos (OFs), at the 2014 Migration Advocacy and Media Awards. ABS-CBN TFC’s “JuanEUKonek,” hosted by Danny Buenafe, Rose Eclarinal and Gene Alcantara won Best TV Show for its vivid portrayal of the rich and diverse lives of Filipinos in the continent. It tackles the triumphs and travails of Filipinos as they cope with life far from their motherland Philippines and as…
Universal Records nabbed numerous commendations from the recently-concluded 2014 Awit Awards, held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World, with Gloc-9 winning most of the major awards – Album of the year for “Lihim at Liham,” Song of the Year for “Magda,” Best Rap Recording, and Best Collaboration. Asia’s Songbird received two awards for Best Inspirational Song for “Nathaniel,” and Best Christmas Recording for “Hele Ni Inay.” These songs are part of the album “Hulong Ka Ng Langit,” which won Best Album Packaging Award. Sam Concepcion won Best Dance Recording for the carrier single of his “Infinite” album –…
It looks like most of television viewers are at the malls or tiangges for some Christmas shopping or some of them have their own Christmas parties to attend on for the latest TV ratings released by Kantar Media fro December 5 to 10 was not that high especially on weekends compared to the previous weeks and months. Though significantly low compared with the previous weeks, “The Voice of the Philippines” still managed to be on top of the ratings with 23.2% on Saturday and 22.7% on Sunday. Comedy-formatted shows like “Mga Kwento Ni Marc Logan” and “Home Sweetie Home” on Saturday and…
Tikoy Aguiluz’s upcoming horror film “Tragic Theater” was given an X-rating twice by the Movie Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB). Aguiluz however thinks that the movie producer Viva Films will submit a new edit of the trailer for MTRCB’s approval.. Set to open in January 2015, this latest horror film produced by Viva Films stars Andi Eigenmann, Christopher de Leon, and John Estrada. According to the MTRCB’s Implementing Rules and Regulations of 2004, a film is afforded an X-rating if it is deemed “not suitable for public exhibition,” and appeals to and satisfies “craving for gratuitous sex and/or violence.”…
Talentadong Pinoy 2014 culminated with a bang in the much-anticipated Grand Finals Night last Saturday at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Resorts World Manila, where Davaoeño Hall of Famer Neil Rey Garcia emerged as the Ultimate Talentado who bagged the much coveted P1M cash prize. Popularly known as “Neil”, which stands for “Never Exit in Life”, the young Davaoeño was able to single-handedly beat six other Talentadong Pinoy 2014 grand finalists in a one-night-only showdown of talents and skills. During the night’s battle, the whole crowd inside Newport Performing Arts Theater went wild when Neil claimed the stage and…
“Birdman” or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) opened to rave reviews and has so far dominated this year’s awards season kick-off at the recently concluded Gotham Awards where it won Best Feature (Alejandro Gonzales Iῆárritu) and Best Actor (Michael Keaton). Living up to its hype from early screenings, critics are raving about “Birdman” reaching a virtuous peak at filmmaking saying the film is grand, spectacular, star-powered cinema where Keaton stars as Riggan, an actor who used to play an iconic superhero in the blockbuster franchise ‘Birdman.’ After years of playing the masked superhero, Riggan eventually decides to reinvent himself by…
Boyce Avenue, one of today’s hottest singing sensations which gained worldwide popularity for its strong acoustic roots and melodic rock sound, is returning to perform at a special Valentine’s Day concert on Feb. 14, 2015 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Cubao, Quezon City. Billed as “Boyce Avenue Live in Manila 2015!,” the treat from Ovation Productions will bring back the American band more than a year after its last local performance in response to the popular demand of Pinoy fans. The overwhelming support of Filipino Boycers made the band the no. 1 most streamed international artist on Spotify in…
As a holiday treat to fans of ABS-CBN’s iconic musical program, Jeepney TV airs the grand Christmas special of “Ryan Ryan Musikahan” this Sunday (December 14). Aptly titled “Ryan Ryan Musikahan: Home for Christmas,” the show is the perfect concert to catch on TV this weekend — packed with timeless Christmas carols and songs that capture the spirit of the season, presented by Maestro Ryan Cayabyab. “Ryan Ryan Musikahan: Home for Christmas” features heartwarming performances from four of the country’s most celebrated musical figures, Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano, “The Voice of the Philippines” coach Bamboo, singer-songwriter Aiza Seguerra, and…
As a way of thanking all loyal viewers of her hit game show “Bet On Your Baby”, Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo throws an early Christmas and birthday bash for all first 20 members of the “Bet On Your Baby” Birthday Club. The 20 adorable toddlers got the chance to enter and bond with the award-winning host inside the Baby Dome which is just one of the many gifts they received during the Christmas and birthday party rolled into one. “Thank you very much to everyone who voted. You motivate us to become better role models and inspire us to keep on…
People say that love blossoms in the perfect time, within the perfect situation and for the perfect reason. But what will happen if four people all try their luck by playing the game of love all at the same time? For the week of December 15, WATTPAD PRESENTS proudly brings the TV adaptation of aine_tan’s “Game of Love” which has almost 6 million Wattpad reads. Featuring Kean Cipriano, Chanel Morales, Nicole Estrada and Phytos Ramirez, this mini-series features the tale of four people trying their luck and eventually getting entangled in the game of love as they try to find…
The most wanted performances and surprises await viewers this Christmas season as the biggest ASAP Kapamilya Stars show up for a grand battle in the Annual ASAP That’s Christmas 2014 this Sunday (December 14). Get ready for the craziest Christmas treats in the powerful number of ‘Team HoHoHo1’ to be led by Alex Gonzaga and her members Sam Milby, Gerald Anderson, Kathryn Bernardo, Robi Domingo, Vina Morales, Marcelito Pomoy, KZ Tandingan, Arron Villaflor, Julia Barretto, Jane Oineza, Sam Milby, Bryan Termulo, John Bermudez, and Ella Cruz. Spine-tingling performances will fill the center stage in the show-stopping production of ‘Team 2ropang…
Toni Gonzaga’s character in “Home Sweetie Home” gets upset with her hubby Romeo (John Lloyd Cruz) during a couple’s game at Soo Manpower Agency’s Christmas party when Romeo couldn’t answer correctly “important questions” about their relationship. In the middle of the game, Julie (Toni Gonzaga) walks out of the party and goes home. Can the couple make amends before Christmas day? Don’t miss this Saturday’s (December 13) episode of ‘Home Sweetie Home’ on ABS-CBN Channel 2, 6PM! Catch the Kapamilya comedy shows and make weekends complete, as “Banana Split: Extra Scoop” airs on Saturdays after “Maalaala Mo Kaya”, “Banana Nite”…
The biggest names in the country’s film industry speak up about the evolution of Philippine films and how it has transformed today’s industry in Cinema One’s special documentary, “Sine, Laging Kasama” premiering on Sunday (December 14). Leaders in the entertainment industry ABS-CBN President and CEO Charo Santos-Concio and Cinema One Channel Head Ronald Arguelles, critically acclaimed actor Joel Torre, and award-winning directors Brillante Mendoza, Erik Matti, Wenn Deramas, and Chris Martinez share their thoughts on the impact and development of Philippine films throughout the years. “Sine, Laging Kasama,” one of Cinema One’s milestone projects as it celebrates its 20th anniversary,…
Glenn Hocson was recently appointed as the first Filipino President of Brother International Philippines Corporation (Brother Philippines), a premier provider of printing, imaging and multi-function centers for offices and homes. He graduated with a degree in aeronautical engineering from PATTS College of Aeronautics 20 years ago and placed eighth in the aeronautical engineer licensure examination. His beginnings in the ICT industry But as it turned out, his profession would not be in the aviation industry, but in the sales and marketing of ICT products and business unit management. He first worked as account executive at Philippine Fuji Xerox Corp., where…
ABS-CBN hit legal drama anthology “Ipaglaban Mo” tackles concubinage this Saturday (Dec 13) with the story of Pablo (Joem Bascon), a man who left his wife to be with his former live-in partner. Pablo had been with Rosa (Isabel Oli) for three years before he met his wife Nila (Denise Laurel). Despite Pablo’s irresponsible and dependent behavior, Rosa remained a submissive and loving partner to him. But Pablo seemed discontent with their relationship until he met Nila, a beautiful and smart woman who came from a wealthy family. Unlike other girls, Nila was not easy to please, so courting him…
It looks like John Prats will be staying as a Kapamilya until his wedding with Isabel Oli next year. There’s no final decision yet if John Prats will stay with ABS-CBN or jump on GMA Network. What’s sure is he’s going to get married with Isabel Oli on summer next year. Prats proposed with a unique flash mob to his girlfriend Isabel Oli on Wednesday night, September 24, while at Eastwood City. John’s exclusive network contract with ABS-CBN will expire on March 2015 and according to his manager Arnold Vegafria, there are ongoing negotiations on John’s renewal of contract with ABS-CBN,…