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The movie distributed by Star Cinema titled “Relax, It’s Just Pag-ibig” and topbilled by Iñigo Pascual, the only son of showbiz star Piolo Pascual alongside new breed of aspiring teen superstars that includes Julian Estrada and Sofia Andres received a warm reception from the moviegoers. “Relax, It’s Just Pag-ibig” was screened on over 100 theaters nationwide on November 12 and after four days, the movie grossed ₱4, 954, 361. The movie is still showing and counting money. Not bad for a movie with newcomers. Directed by Irene Villamor and Antoinette Jadaone under Spring Films, “Relax, It’s Just Pag-ibig” tells the story of…

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The third and final film in director Peter Jackson’s beloved Middle-earth trilogy, “The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies” brings to an epic conclusion the adventure begun in 2012’s “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” and continued in 2013’s “The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug.” In the final film, the Dwarves of Erebor have reclaimed the vast wealth of their homeland, but with Smaug set loose from its tunnels, they must face the consequences of having unleashed the terrifying Dragon upon the defenseless humans of Lake-town. But the Dwarves face an equally grave threat from within. Thorin Oakenshield (Richard Armitage)…

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TV5’s late night evening newscast program “Aksyon Tonite” delivers an even more compelling take on the day’s top headlines and stories with seasoned broadcast journalist and renowned news personality Ed Lingao making his much-anticipated television comeback by taking the helm as one of the program’s main anchors. Ed brings with him almost 30 years of unparalleled experience in field reporting, investigative journalism and news production, as well as several distinctions for his work from international and local award-giving bodies alike – including, among many others, the 2010 Marshall Macluhan Award from the Embassy of Canada, the Rotary Club Journalist of…

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UAAP Season 77 Men’s Basketball Most Valuable Player Kiefer Ravena is eager to once again represent the country in the international basketball scene by joining Gilas Pilipinas. “I want to try out and showcase that I am deserving to have a spot in Gilas Pilipinas,” he reveals in “Tapatan Ni Tunying” airing this Thursday (Nov 20). Kiefer previously competed in the Southeast Asian Games as a member of the Sinag Pilipinas team that bagged championships in 2011 and 2013. Despite the popularity he enjoys not just because of his basketball skills, but also of his good looks, Kiefer insists he…

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“Pure Love” ended on a high note with a national TV rating of 29.2% versus “Coffee Prince” with 11.2%. “Forevermore” continues to be the most watched program in the country, hitting 31% last Friday (Nov 14) versus “Hiram Na Alaala” with 15.9% “MMK’s” special Yolanda episode hit 30.7% versus “Magpakailanman” with only 23%. “MMK” was also the most watched program last Saturday (Nov 15). “Bagito” debuted strongly with a national TV rating of 27.2% versus “Coffee Prince” with only 11.3% November 14, 2014 – Friday Kape’t Pandasal (0.2%) / Mga Kwento Ni Marc Logan (Replay) (0.6%) vs. Alisto! (Replay) (0.6%) Umagang Kay…

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“MMK” will continue to touch viewers’ hearts through an empowering drama episode this Saturday (November 22) starring Sunshine Cruz. Sunshine will portray the role of Cynthia, a loving wife and mother who puts her family’s welfare over her happiness. She wants her family intact so much that she endures her miserable life with her abusive husband who is unreasonably jealous, overprotective, and possessive even with their children. Will Cynthia find the courage to stand up for her children when she discovers they have become victims of domestic abuse by their own father? Also part of the episode are Gardo Verzosa,…

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The “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK) episode featuring the story of honesty, hope, and survival of a prisoner in Tacloban named Jomar (played by Ejay Falcon) — who voluntarily returned to prison after helping his family when super typhoon Yolanda struck their province — was the most-watched weekend TV program in the Philippines. Based on data from Kantar Media last Saturday (November 15), “MMK” garnered a national TV rating of 30.7%, or 8 points higher than the score of GMA’s “Magpakailanman” (23%). Aside from winning the TV ratings game, the episode also dominated Twitter as its official hashtag #MMKTacloban became one…

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Kapamilya viewers all over the world are set to join forces for the “Global Kapit-Bisig Day” on November 28 (Friday) as the country’s number one feel-good habit “Be Careful With My Heart” airs its final episode simultaneously on ABS-CBN and The Filipino Channel website (TFC.TV). Fans and supporters can also watch the happy ever after of Maya (Jodi Sta. Maria) and Ser Chief’s (Richard Yap) love story on the Internet Becareful.ABS-CBN.com and iWanTV.com.ph. For more than two years since it aired in July 2012, “Be Careful With My Heart” has captured the hearts of TV viewers not only because of…

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Doing good is always in style! Starting November 15, McDonald’s brings you the limited-edition red and white striped socks in select restaurants in Greater Manila Area. For only P100 a pair, you can #ShowYourStripes as an addition to your OOTD (Outfit of the Day) plus you are able to help build the next Ronald McDonald Bahay Bulilit in the country. McDonald’s and Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Philippines join the 40th global anniversary of RMHC by inviting Filipino customers to wear the red and white striped socks to support the Ronald McDonald Bahay Bulilit. Ronald McDonald Bahay Bulilit is one…

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Kapamilya teen stars Nash Aguas and Alexa Ilacad have proven the magic of their love team as the pilot episode of their first primetime drama series in ABS-CBN “Bagito” debuted strong in national TV ratings. Based on data from Kantar Media on Monday (November 17), the pilot episode of Nash and Alexa’s drama series scored a national TV rating of 27.2%, or more than double of its rival program in GMA “Coffee Prince” (11.3%). “Bagito” also conquered social networking sites such as Twitter where the show’s official hashtag #Bagito1stCrush became a worldwide trending topic. One of its lead stars Ella…

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Janine Gutierrez and Elmo Magalona’s primetime debut as loveteam kicked-off its pilot episode on Monday night, November 17 with high ratings. Based on the Mega Manila overnight ratings gathered by the more widely recognized TV ratings supplier, Nielsen TV Audience Measurement, “More Than Words” marked a household rating of 21.6% and ruled over its counterpart program “Hawak Kamay” which only garnered 19.1%. “More Than Words” stars Janine Gutierrez and Elmo Magalona, the widely embraced Kapuso love team that will once again captivate the audience, following the hit remake of “Villa Quintana.” Putting Janine in a new light is her portrayal of Ikay, a girl taunted…

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Sometimes we make life more complicated than it is. The story of the newest TVC released by Smart Prepaid revolves around a guy named Mark who met a girl named Jess on a coffee shop. Jess gave her number to the guy but unfortunately, the numbers are not clear because of the spilled coffee. In short, this is a story about trial and error in texting and calling is totally true when you’re in pursuit of something important. Thanks to Smart’s Unli Call and Text 5o or UCT50, Mark made use 3 days of unlimited Trinet calls (Smart, Sun, TNT), texts to all networks, and 50MB…

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The most-awaited first part of the penultimate chapter of the world’s bestselling YA novel adapted to screen “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay –Part 1” stands to be the top movie choice at the box-office this coming week and is expected to earn at least US$150 million on its opening weekend in a report by Hollywood Reporter since becoming the top-selling title of the year to date from ticket sales reports from Fandango.com and MovieTickets.com. Likewise, www.boxofficemojo.com predicts that “Mockingjay” will be the highest-grossing movie of the year at the domestic (US) box-office and is further predicted to earn $385 million when…

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Julie Anne San Jose’s follow up album titled ‘Deeper’ has already reached Gold Record status or already sold more than  for 7,500 units as certified by PARI, in time for her major concert before the end of the year at the Mall of Asia Arena. She was awarded during the live telecast of “Sunday All Stars” last Sunday, November 16. Compared with her debut album, ‘Deeper’ reveals how mature she has gone and tells more about Julie Ann behind the limelight. She wrote 5 songs for her album and she added that she is always inspired to give her best because she really loves…

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UNIQLO, Japan’s leading global apparel brand, unwrapped its highly anticipated collection for the 2014 Fall/Winter season which also carries its Kids and Babies expanded line-up during the opening of its 17th store in the Philippines at the Power Plant Mall, Rockwell Center in Makati City last October 24, 2014. UNIQLO’s new lineup, which believes that “kids should be free to be kids,” is centered on 5 ideas that should be incorporated in the design of the kids’ and babies’ clothes—freedom of movement, comfort, easier removal, fun designs and safety features to promote kids’ growth and health. Among the special guests…

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