Author: JE CC

TV5 Actors: Maja Salvador, Noel Comia Jr., Ruby Ruiz, Ian Pangilinan, Empoy Marquez, Moi Marcampo, Arron Villafor, Denise Joaquin Format/Genre: TV Series/Family Drama, Inspirational Premise: A grandmother took care of Niña and Niño after their mother left them in the embittered town of Santa Ynez. Both kids longing for the comfort and protection of a mother, the two siblings wander through the streets of the town to survive until an unfortunate event would make them questioned and or began relying upon faith. Time slot: Weeknights, 7:15 PM Why You Should See It: The strong performances of actors and a powerful…

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TV5   Hosts/Presenters: Randy Santiago, K Brosas, Donita Nose, Zendee Judges/Jukebosses: Rey Valera, Jessa Zaragoza, Ronnie Liang Format: Game show, talent show Premise: Singtestants try their best to impress Genie, and the jukebosses through three rounds of competitions by singing classic and new Karaoke anthems–all to get to the final round. Time slot: Weekdays, 6:30 PM Why You Should See It: The return of the iconic “kantawanan” show is a mix of the old and the new, as it retains much of its original form while introducing new elements that contemporary viewers would surely love. More than a decade after…

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GMA Network’s Anna Kare Nina’s nearly 6-year run was a massive success, as it fended off almost every program ABS-CBN pitted against the Kapuso teen-oriented drama. Perhaps, the show is best remembered on how it served as the launchpad that ultimately sent then young actresses, Kim De Los Santos, Antoinette Taus, and Sunshine Dizon, as well as their leading men, Dino Guevarra, Dingdong Dantes, and Polo Ravales, to stardom. Aired every Sunday, right after the now-defunct musical variety show, SOP, Anna KareNina followed the story of three girls, Anna (Taus), Karen (Dizon), and Nina (De Los Santos), who all claim…

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At the core of these two ‘miracle series’ is an invitation to believe in miracles again and to keep the faith; to turn to the Almighty at a time when everything feels futile and hopeless. Miracles Do Happen. This is what primetime series, Huwag Kang Mangamba and Niña Niño seem to be trying to convey.  There have been several similarly themed previously-aired TV shows, and other local TV programs that have undeniably hit viewers on an emotional level, and to some extent, changed viewers’ perspectives about faith, hope, and life, in general.  As it is to many audiences, the power of television to engage…

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After years of playing younger versions of lead characters in many Kapamilya shows, Mariano graces the spotlight as she finally takes on leading roles, marking the beginning of her further ascent as a television and movie star. Already nearly a decade in the industry, Mariano has undoubtedly transitioned from merely a peripheral star to a promising leading lady. Among her contemporaries, she is a force to be reckoned with, whose upcoming ambitious projects have been making many fans anticipating. In 2021, she will star on one of her home network’s biggest web and television series. She is also set to…

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The online world is abuzz with excitement for Realme Philippines’ newest brand ambassador, following the release of a teaser video that gives a sneak peek of the mystery star. The Realme squad is set to get bigger with the arrival of a mystery celebrity who will soon be the face of Realme Philippines. On Realme Philippines’ facebook page, a video was dropped a few hours ago, teasing who the celebrity might be.  The video teaser revealed only the celebrity’s get-up and some behind-the-scene shots but offered no hint of the face or anything that would straight away expose the identity…

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One of the Most Accomplished Artists of Her Generation, Salvador takes her empire with her as she begins a new chapter in her stellar career, outside her previous home network, ABS-CBN.  On April 5, Maja Salvador returns to primetime television, marking the first-time local viewers are able to witness her do again what she does best—which is making dramas—nearly a year, after departing from ABS-CBN.  There is no doubt she will remain the great actress she has always been, but she has fewer viewers now to witness her slaying roles again. And now that there are questions about her possible…

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GMA Network Format/Genre: Documentary Premise: “Stories of Hope” highlights inspiring and hopeful stories of people living extraordinary lives; riveting tales of struggles and triumphs; and how the Filipino spirit ultimately finds ways to overcome seemingly insurmountable adversities. (GMA Public Affairs) Time slot: Weeknight, after Saksi Why You Should See It: Moving stories of hope, grit, and determination are shed light upon in this new GMA Public Affairs program. The program champions Filipino resilience by featuring triumphant stories from all walks of life. GMA Public Affairs amplifies its effort to touch lives as its throws into attention life-changing stories of survival…

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TBA Studios Actors: JC Santos, Janine Gutierrez, Lotlot de Leon, Yesh Burce, Victor Anastacio, Shyr Valdez Genre: Romance, Drama Premise: An online interaction between two strangers marks the beginning of a developing romance, which has the pandemic and its awful restrictions, to hurdle. Will it survive when taken offline? Watch it on: KTX.PH, iWantTFC, Upstream.PH, Ticket2Me Why You Should See It: Dito at Doon sheds light upon various socio-political topics while allowing a hopeful love story to thrive against a relatable backdrop Opinionated. Dito at Doon feels it has to be so, largely because of its backdrop. Lately, films and…

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Holy Week in the Philippines is unmistakable. You just know you are in the Philippines spending the holy week when certain things happen around. In the local entertainment setting, things are even more exciting as the vibrant personal life of popular celebrities, are being thrown into the spotlight, as well as a number of traditions that mostly only take place in the local entertainment scene, during the holy days that lead to and during Easter. Black Saturday movies No local movies open during the “holiest” days of the Holy Week—the Holy Mondays to Fridays, that is. The observation is true…

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iWantTFC Actors: Ina Raymundo, Paolo Angeles, Kat Galang, Kristof Garcia, Mark Wei, JM Mendoza, Sophie Reyes, Nicki Morena, and Ms. Frances Makil-Ignacio Format/Genre: Web series, Drama anthology/Romance, Comedy Premise: Flower shop delivery boy Caloy pulls out all the stops when it comes to romance. Despite his own broken heart, he serves as a bridge to quarreling lovers, a proxy for shy suitors, and a hype man to couples celebrating milestones together. Meeting Mrs. Cruz threatens Caloy’s previously unblemished record. She is mysterious, beautiful, and more than a little bit sad. Ever the knight in shining armor, Caloy sets out to…

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In May 2005, ABS-CBN, ABS-CBN premiered the kiddie soap opera, Mga Anghel na Walang Langit, which many called the “miracle serye” since it undoubtedly fended off GMA Network’s further advances in the rating game. It eventually brought down the Kapuso network’s gaping lead, enough for succeeding Kapamilya programs to finally close in on the then reigning TV channel, GMA-7. Following GMA-7’s surprising ascent and eventual reign as the number one TV network in the country in 2004, ABS-CBN slumped to a point where almost anything it pitted against GMA Network’s programs, was futile. As the Kapuso lead further expanded, however, ABS-CBN…

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It’s easy to define Vice Ganda’s phenomenal success by his streak of box-office hits, alone. However, he has other moments too, albeit small, that make his journey towards who he is today– utterly inspiring. Becoming who is now isn’t an overnight undertaking for Jose Marie Viceral, or Vice Ganda. He had to go through immeasurable failures first, before finally getting his spotlight in show business. Already in the industry for many years, her career made the significant pace, not until 2009, when ABS-CBN’s noontime show, It’s Showtime, debuted, on-air.  A natural comedian, Viceral had his incredible comedic timing and skills for…

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It was 2005, the year when GMA Network was at its strongest as the most-watched tv network in Mega Manila. In the primetime race, ABS-CBN was overwhelmingly defeated, as its Kapuso rival maintained its devastating lead. One small-budgeted show, however, was able to narrow down the Kapuso Network’s gaping advantage–the heavy drama, Mga Anghel Na Walang Langit. The creation of Mga Anghel na Walang Langit was not even planned, until a few weeks before its airing. Dubbed as a ‘miracle show’, the primetime series gathered some of the network’s new child stars to play in a story that revolves around…

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In the battle for primetime supremacy, the programs occupying the earliest slots naturally lord over other shows in the line-up. That was not the case for the 2009 edition of the Kapamilya reality show, Pinoy Big Brother, which reigned as the number one show, both in Mega Manila and Nationwide ratings, despite its ‘very’ late timeslot. Interestingly, PBB Double Up didn’t start strong in the rating game. For its Primetime Bida debut on October 5, 2009–it failed to beat GMA-7’s reality TV show, Survivor Philippines: Palau, having rated only 19.3% in AGB Mega Manila households, compared to the latter’s 21.4%. The other rating…

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TV5 | A2Z | Kapamilya Channel Actors: Andrea Brillantes, Francine Diaz, Seth Fedelin, Kyle Echarri, Diether Ocampo, Eula Valdez, RK Bagatsing, Dominic Ochoa, Sylvia Sanchez, Enchong Dee, Angeline Quinto, Matet de Leon, Mylene Dizon, Mercedes Cabral, Soliman Cruz, Alyanna Angeles Genre: Drama, Inspirational, Family Premise: The town of Hermoso have been plagued with horrors and misfortunes, and people have lost faith in the Lord. Will the arrival of a blind girl who is trying to find the missing pieces of her identity, make the people believe in Bro’s miracles, again? Time slot: Weeknights, 8:40 PM Why You Should See It:…

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