Author: JE CC
The stars who made surprising impact in 2023 are all exemplary in the way they made us look and appreciate film, television, and the art of performing in general, differently. These artists broke away from the pack and introduced themselves through sheer wit, charm, and talent, allowing us to know them finally, after being in the sidelines of showbiz, before their unexpected but thoroughly deserved ascent. Made to soar by their singular and unforgettable performances on television or in film, these stars stood out from the rest, and won audiences across different platforms, enough to convince us they will make…
2023 was definitely a year of boldness and brilliance for local entertainment, as a number of stars left both critics and regular audiences in awe of their spectacular performances, that defied conventions and expectations. With the pandemic already over, the local entertainment scene joined the rest of the world in fully recovering from the debilitating impact that made the industry come to a standstill. It’s tempting to say that’s the same case for everybody, but what the past year suggests, is that we are definitely headed to the right direction, that is to a point when everything is normal, or…
Kapamilya primetime shows, Cant Buy Me Love and Senior High are among the most remarkable winners in the local TV ratings game, last Thursday, December 21, which daw the entire Primetide Bida lineup (except news), winning their respective time slots versus their Kapuso rivals. Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano (a.k.a. DonBelle)’s first series on primetime, made history on Thursday, after setting a brand new all time high people rating of 9.7 (Nielsen Philippines), the highest ever achieved by any Kapamilya on its time slot, since the ABS-CBN franchise denial, more than three years ago. The new record obliterated the old record set by…
A rising talent seems to be having trouble in creating a mark in a new field of entertainment she just ventured into, but blame could be all hers. As the entire planet moves into full recovery from the debilitating impact of the pandemic, opportunities grow for everyone. That’s true for the entertainment scene, which has made leaps and bounds of progress, since going to a standstill, more than three years ago. In the local scene, proof can be observed in the return of moviegoers to cinemas, as well as the growth in number of new titles getting produced. This same…
The 14-year old Kapamilya program emerged as the victorious winner of the tight three-way bout among the three noontime shows. It’s Showtime recorded its first victory in the ratings game, since going head to head with TAPE Inc. Eat Bulaga and TVJ’s noontime show, also titled Eat Bulaga. The historic win was logged on Saturday, December 16, data from Nielsen Philippines reveal, 4.5 versus TAPE Inc’s 2,9 and TVJ’s 4.1. The last time the Vice Ganda-led noontime show recorded a people rating of or higher than 4, was notably during its pilot episode on GTV, on July 1. That episode…
There are so many characters in GMA Network and Regal Entertainment’s collab series, Lovers/Liars. So many, it will make you actually wonder, how are they going to make each of them as effective and present, as possible. That’s the problem with long-form TV series; they introduce so many characters, but when ratings picks up because of a certain character, the rest gets relegated to the periphery and the show is now only about that beloved character. Fortunately, that’s not the case with Lovers/Liars, a hodgepodge of bold and controversial characters and stories, you have been waiting to be showcased on…
The hurt inflicted by the most shocking and most talked-about breakup in local showbiz in recent memory, transcends past the borders of the so-called ‘KathNiel’ world, to which zealous fans are now saying goodbye. “We live in a KathNiel world…for the last time” says the posts of many hurt fans, who this early, are packing their bags to leave the world they previously believed would be their permanent home—at least, in the chaotic universe, that is showbiz. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVxOUNK_aT0 It is time to go. That’s true for many fans who probably have already taken sides, despite Bernardo’s plea for them to…
Martin’s incredible hold on his loyal followers seems perfectly reflected by how they switch back-and-forth, from A2Z to TV5, to watch FPJ’s Batang Quiapo, on days the show does not air on the Villanueva-owned TV channel. Coco Martin may have long established his reputation as the certified ‘Primetime King’ and ‘King of Teleserye’, and yet he keeps delivering proof of his unrivaled royalty. That FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano kept its massive following, from beginning to end and despite the tragedies that befell ABS-CBN, is an enough indication already of his continuous might in the local entertainment scene. Then there is FPJ’s Batang…
The Kapamilya star’s mom seems to had her fill of the insults her daughter has been getting, since news items and online discussions started linking her to the breakup of Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla a.k.a. KathNiel. Mabel Gorostiza a.k.a. Belle Brillantes, remains her daughter, Andrea Brillantes’ biggest defender from bashers. In a now deleted post, Gorostiza voiced out her concern about the atmosphere of hate surrounding her daughter. “So much hatred in the net these days. We turned into bunch of savages. Spread all that hate and lies, these negativity will not break my spirit. I am thankful for…
If you’re a local soap opera or teleserye addict, chances are you know the stories of Tim and Poch in Senior High, and Joseph and Ronnie, in Lovers/Liars. Them and other similar characters becoming increasingly visible on mainstream media, especially the most consumed television, seems to suggest, times have changed, and it is a change the queer community and its allies, have patiently awaited to come. Both shows air on the same timeslot on primetime—yes, primetime slot on free television. Gone are the days when themes like homosexuality, same-sex marriages, and their complexities, are openly discussed, and in fact, shredded…
ABS-CBN Entertainment is further solidifying its already unrivaled leadership on the digital realm, as its official accounts and pages continue to draw followers. ABS-CBN Entertainment has hit 46 million subscribers on YouTube, just less than two months, after crossing the 45 million-mark in September. That makes the official channel still the no.1 most subscribed entertainment channel in the whole of Southeast Asia. The channel has also notably generated more than 51.3 billion lifetime views. This growth is reflected in similar improvement in subscriber count of other official ABS-CBN accounts on the platform. Included in the country’s top 100 most subscribed…
The horror presented by Argentine film maker, Demián Rugna’s When Evil Lurks, is disturbingly revolting and emotionally devastating, at the same time. There is barely a time to catch breath in what many deemed the scariest horror film of 2023. When Evil Lurks truly lives up to its title, by relentlessly delivering unsettling dosages of gore, violence, and terror. Be that as it may, there is even a bigger possibility of losing your heart to the traumatic journey that the characters had to go through, in order to escape the fiendish wrath of the Evil being pursued, in this impressive…
From brands, to international news outlets, and to every corner of local showbiz, everyone seems engaged in what could be the biggest breakup of the century. When you think about it, breakups in showbiz, is no longer a phenomenon. It has gone commonplace since who-knows-when. It’s hardly surprising when the next big news to hit the headlines of your favorite primetime newscast, is your favorite celebrity couple calling it quits. Some splits are rather quiet, which may be a choice between the involved parties, or simply, nobody just could not care less to talk about it. But when the whole…
Through its latest Christmas Special ID, Pasko Ang Pinakamagandang Kwento, ABS-CBN showcased its strong multi-platform presence and growing visibility on free television, through partnerships with various TV networks. Aside through the most prized stars who remain loyal to the network, ABS-CBN is able to showcase its increasingly growing presence on multiple platforms, by featuring its biggest television partners, GMA, TV5 and A2Z (Zoe). Pasko Ang Pinakamagandang Kwento makes history for distinctively showcasing ABS-CBN’s strengthening partnerships with its previous free TV rivals. Other partnerships it built in the past three years, including PIE Channel (a partnership with various media companies and brands), Netflix, Viu, and…
Kathryn Bernardo is earning all the support and love from fans and netizens, after her emotional reveal about her breakup with Daniel Padilla, her boyfriend of 11 years. A testament to the overflowing love and support, Bernardo has been getting from netizens, casuals and fans alike, is the gargantuan leap in her number of followers on Instagram. From 18.3 million, prior to her announcement, the Kapamilya actress now has 19.6 million followers on the platform. That’s just 300,000 short of overtaking fellow Kapamilya actress, Anne Curtis, as the Philippines’ most followed celebrity. Also reflective of Bernardo’s influence and popularity on…
There is always something inspiring in anybody’s story. This is what the latest Christmas ID by ABS-CBN, seems to be getting across. Since debuting its first full-length Christmas Station ID, two decades earlier, ABS-CBN has been consistent in delivering genuine love letters to Filipinos through the heartwarming songs used by its annual Christmas Station ID (now just Chrismas ID). Amplified by music videos that teem with sheer star power, as well as raw stories of resilience, hope, faith, and survival of Filipinos from all walks of life, the ABS-CBN Christmas ID is transformed to a tradition that every Filipino household,…