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Actress Carmi Martin on Facebook showed her patriotism as she said, “Ako ay Pilipino at ako ay makabayan.” She further proved this when she posted a statement opposing the possibility of the Philippines becoming a province of China. “Hindi ko po gusto na maging Province of China ang Pilipinas.” However, this did not go well with Vivian Velez, who is a known supporter of President Rodrigo Duterte, as she called out the attention of her fellow actress and reiterated that there is no truth behind her claim. https://www.facebook.com/carmim1/posts/10158657544166018 Velez commented on the said post but it was later deleted by…
On May 5, 2020, Tuesday night, ABS-CBN went off the air following the cease-and-desist order of the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC). This has caused a big impact not only in news and updates but also in the entertainment industry. At the Make It With You conference held last January, Liza Soberano aired her message for President Rodrigo Duterte regarding the franchise renewal with the hopes of having a result favorable to the network. She said, “I believe that he’s understanding and alam naman niyang maraming maaapektuhan, it’s not just the company itself, but all the employees. I’m sure he has…
Mike Navallo, a broadcast journalist of ABS-CBN, gained the support of his colleagues after being attacked by House Deputy Speaker Rodante Marcoleta during the continuation of the House of Representatives hearing on ABS-CBN’s franchise renewal. News anchor Karen Davila defended Navallo as she tagged public officials as shameful for stooping to such low levels. https://twitter.com/iamkarendavila/status/1270135798193512450?s=20 Ces Oreña-Drilon also reiterated the stand of Navallo on not organizing a press conference with Marcoleta since it would be unethical for the latter to continue even if not allowed. https://twitter.com/cesdrilon/status/1269942730676768769?s=20 His fellow journalists Felipe Salvosa and Inday Varona stated how Marcoleta cannot oblige Navallo…
Despite the shutdown, ABS-CBN remains committed to serving its audiences as it brings back its television programs on its newest channel, Kapamilya Channel. Kapamilya Channel is set to air on June 13 and will be available on SKY, Cablelink, G Sat, TFC, and most member-cable operators of the Philippine Cable Television Association (PCTA) nationwide. While its availability is only by cable and satellite TV, ABS-CBN is finding ways to reach out to more Filipino viewers. And currently, they are under negotiations with Cignal TV. The returning television series includes ‘FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano’ starting from its ten-episode recap; on primetime is…
After ABS-CBN’s comeback announcement, many were saddened that Liza Soberano and Enrique Gil’s romantic comedy series ‘Make It With You’ is not included on the list of television series that will be returning on air. This was first confirmed by Soberano’s talent manager, Ogie Diaz, when he shared on Facebook that the television series will no longer continue. He said, “Sa mga nagtatanong kumbakit hindi nakasama ang ‘Make It with You’ sa magbabalik sa telebisyon ngayong June… Ikinalulungkot ko pong ibalita sa inyo bilang manager ng isa sa bida (si Liza Soberano) na hindi na po ito mapapanood pa.” Despite…
Ben&Ben’s Paolo Guico expressed his disapproval of Secretary Francisco Duque when the latter disowned his own staff by putting the blame on them during a briefing of the Inter-Agency Task Force on COVID-19 with President Rodrigo Duterte. In his Twitter post, he called on Duque to resign since the country needs a more effective leader in the DOH. In spite of the numerous chances that Duque was given, he has continuously failed to deliver. https://twitter.com/PaoloBenjamin_/status/1268741892402851842?s=20 He also added that respect begets respect and Duque, when given all the respect and trust in handling the crisis, was not able to succeed.…
A Twitter user named Patty Tagal posted a statement opposing artists’ involvement in the protest against the anti-terrorism bill. In her post, she described artists in the entertainment industry as marionettes, implying that their existence is purely for entertainment. Thus, making their personal opinions insignificant to the public. Some celebrities reacted to the obvious insult, like singer-comedian K Brosas who did not hold back. “Ah so yung na block ko na bruha eh ito ang “script” para SA amin?? So gaano ka shunga ang chika na to?? “Significant/influencial in ur own mind” lol! So yung mga fans Guni guni Lang…
Elisse Joson has long since started being an entrepreneur when she launched her resto-bar called Bites by Stylisse sometime in February 2019. The menu includes a combination of her mom’s recipes and her favorite food cravings, from the American dishes, which are cooked according to the recipes of her mom to Elisse’s Salt & Vinegar Chicken Wings. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, her resto-bar business operation has been closed. As she posted on March 16 in her Bites Instagram account, “Hunkering down to join the effort in protecting everybody from and curbing the effects of COVID -19.” https://www.instagram.com/p/B9yw287D1ly/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Her…
Vice Ganda voiced his fear and worry as the bill on Anti-terrorism was passed both in the congress and senate, and is already up for Duterte’s final signature. In his post, he stated that having a bill for protection against terrorism is important. However, this should not violate people’s human rights and civil liberties, that instead of instilling a feeling of safety it otherwise placed fear in people of losing their rights and freedom. That is why he is calling the attention of the legislators to hear the people’s call to junk the bill. “Naniniwala ako na mahalagang magkaroon ng…
Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach shared her sentiments on the Anti-Terrorism Bill. In her post, she clarified that she never supported the bill and stated that she has knows better now. “Hi! I never supported it po. Just want to make that clear once and for all 🙂 I didn’t speak up much because I didn’t feel like I knew enough. I know better now. #JunkTerrorBill” https://twitter.com/PiaWurtzbach/status/1267985136521375744?s=20 https://twitter.com/PiaWurtzbach/status/1267982510639575040?s=20 Wurtzbach has previously praised President Rodrigo Duterte for his support on having the Philippines’ host the 65th Miss Universe pageant in the country. https://twitter.com/PiaWurtzbach/status/786228611460259840?s=20 Recently, Congress rushed the approval of the “Anti-Terrorism…
Netizens blamed GMA Network’s digital signal interruption on its rival ABS-CBN, pointing out signal sabotage However, GMA Network clarified this accusation stating that the signal loss was mainly a technical issue It also emphasized that ABS-CBN’s TV Plus is only a receiver of TV transmissions and has no control over other channels’ signal GMA Network Digital Signal relies on ABS-CBN TV Plus and other digital signal receivers for clear reception of free TV channels via digital transmission. Recently, Digital Signal users have complained about signal interruptions on the GMA Network channel which made them unable to view their favorite Kapuso…
Unfortunately, Maine Mendoza’s portrayal for ‘Darna’ is impossible due to the fact that she is from a different management ‘Darna’s’ remake is currently under the rights of ABS-CBN which hinders Maine from playing the role Despite this, netizens still think that Maine should play the role for she embodies the Filipina identity that will best characterize ‘Darna’ After the iconic superhero ‘Darna’ role was vacated, many showbiz personalities have been suggested to portray the said role and one of them is the Kapuso star, Maine Mendoza. Netizens think that Maine will best portray the said character because she has the…
Regine Velasquez-Alcasid is lately active on reacting to social issues regarding the Scarborough Shoal Regine emphasized that she does not interfere with the controversy, rather she is just expressing her concern towards the country Regine revealed that her reactions towards the issue is mainly for her son to still have a great place to live in Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid answered back on a critic, after it claimed that she must not interfere with the social issues of the Scarborough Shoal. Regine first commented on the issue when it was reported that the coral reefs on the Shoal were damaged…
Coco Martin posted a lengthy statement on his Instagram account, as he addressed an unnamed critic Coco in his post emphasized that he won’t be negatively affected by the criticisms thrown at him He pointed out more of his stand by posting a series of cryptic quotes, assuring that he is stronger than what they think he is The speculation of Julia Montes giving birth to lovechild with Coco Martin is currently a hot controversy, after various blind items and affirmative reports came up, which triggered netizens wanting to hear direct answers from both artists. With rumors circulating online, criticisms…
Dingdong Dantes is set to play in the K-drama Filipino remake of ‘Descendants of the Sun’ as ‘Big Boss’ or Captain Yoo Si-Jin The big announcement was made on April 22, together with his contract signing on GMA Network Since Dingdong Dantes will play as ‘Big Boss,’ netizens also claimed that Marian Rivera should portray as the lead partner Dr. Kang Mo-yeon The long wait is finally over, as the most-awaited Filipino adaptation of the Koreanovela ‘Descendants of the Sun’ has found its lead for ‘Big Boss’ or Captain Yoo Si-Jin im none other than the Kapuso Primetime actor, Dingdong…
Nang Ngumiti Ang Langit and It’s Showtime won in the afternoon slot while FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano maintained its lead in its timeslot. The result is based on the AGB Nielsen NUTAM People Ratings results dated April 12. ABS-CBN showed dominion in TV Ratings, having all of its shows defeat its rivals. Two of ABS-CBN’s afternoon line-up shows Nang Ngumiti and Langit and It’s Showtime gave a good fight in the recent television ratings. While the primetime series FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano remained the number one in its timeslot and other timeslots, too. The Kapamilya network proved that its TV shows are…