Author: Larry
The final episode of Maria Clara at Ibarra (MCAI) will air on February 24. Kapuso’s upcoming series titled Mga Lihim ni Urduja (MLNU) will be Kapamilya’s FPJ’s Batang Quiapo’s (FPJBQ) newest rival show. After months of receiving positive feedback consistently from viewers and netizens, GMA Network’s groundbreaking masterpiece MCAI is nearing its end. MCAI is the former number-one drama nationwide until FPJBQ arrived. On Monday, February 13, FPJBQ premiered with a rating of 12.5 percent, 0.4 percent lower than MCAI’s 12.9 percent. However, the next day, Tuesday, February 14, the Coco Martin-starrer action-drama series quickly jumped to the overall number…
Tom Rodriguez deactivated his IG account again after Carla Abellana answered questions regarding their separation. On February 16, on Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, Abellana revealed why she and Rodriguez went on separate ways. “Hindi po ‘yun first time na nangyari sa amin kung ano man ‘yung pinagdaanan namin pero ito po is parang taken to a different level, talagang mas extreme na po, mas malala,” she said. Abellana admitted there were many reasons behind their breakup. She emphasized that several factors, including the alleged disrespect and dishonesty, led to the couple’s eventual separation. After Abellana’s interview with Abunda, netizens…
FPJ’s Batang Quiapo (FPJBQ) lead star and director Coco Martin admitted he lacks knowledge of Islam. The former apologized to Senator Robin Padilla. On February 16, Padilla released a statement regarding the February 14 episode of FPJBQ. “Ako po ay humaharap sa inyo ngayong araw na ito upang magbigay ng pahayag patungkol po sa isang episode ng teleseryeng Batang Quiapo na ipinalabas noong ika-14 ng Pebrero, araw po ng Martes – na masasabi po nating tumawag sa atensyon ng ating mga kababayan, partikular na po sa komunidad naming mga Muslim. “Nauunawaan ko pong nasaktan ang ating mga kapatid sa paglalarawan…
Former beauty queen Ruffa Gutierrez shared that TV host Willie Revillame is similar to a cat with nine lives. On February 9, during the grand conference of the film Martyr or Murderer, Gutierrez believed that Revillame could surpass his present problems, saying he is a survivor. “You know si Kuya Wils, I think he’s like a cat, he has nine lives. Nawala na siya, bumalik, nawala, bumalik, he’ll never go anywhere. I think he’ll be fine, I don’t think he will suffer a lot.” Gutierrez left a piece of advice for Revillame, saying the latter should enjoy his life. “I…
Maja Salvador reacted to Miles Ocampo’s performance in Kapamilya’s new action-drama series FPJ’s Batang Quiapo. On February 13, in a series of tweets, Salvador shared how proud she was of Ocampo. https://twitter.com/dprincessmaja/status/1625136717874475008 “So Proud of you @milesocampo_14.” https://twitter.com/dprincessmaja/status/1626116787363532800 “Dasurv milab! @milesocampo_14” https://twitter.com/dprincessmaja/status/1626116892183396352 On February 15, Ocampo posted pictures of her taken on the set of the said series. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cor-_1BrcqM/ “Overwhelmed. Been receiving so much love since Monday night.. Maraming maraming salamat, Kuya Coco. Maraming maraming salamat, Sir Deo. Maraming maraming salamat, mga Kapamilya,” she captioned. Ocampo thanked Martin, the series’ lead actor-director and Dreamscape Entertainment head Deo Endrinal. On February…
Filipino actress, singer, and model Kylie Padilla reacted to her ex-husband Aljur Abrenica’s Valentine’s Day post with AJ Raval, saying she was happy for the two. On February 13, Abrenica posted a photo with Raval. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aljur Abrenica (@ajabrenica) On February 15, 2023, during the media conference of ‘Mga Lihim ni Urduja’, Padilla was asked about her reaction to Abrenica’s post with Raval on Instagram. “I’m happy for everybody, and everybody’s happy, and that’s what’s important,” Padilla said. Padilla was interrogated regarding her opinion on Raval being bashed by netizens.…
Filipino actor, model, and filmmaker Xian Lim dismissed a fan’s question about the type of boyfriend he is in response to his failure to congratulate Kim Chiu. On February 13, Chiu posted about being on “cloud nine” following her hosting stint on the ABS-CBN survival show ‘Dream Maker’. “Mag 4 am na dilat na dilat pa diwa ko! Still in cloud 9! Di ako makapaniwala sa lahat ng nangyari kagabi. Thank you papa God for all the guidance sa buong show,” she captioned. While some netizens congratulated her and encouraged her, others questioned her boyfriend Xian Lim’s silence about Chiu’s…
ABS-CBN network’s chief operating officer for broadcast Cory Vidanes left an emotional message for Vice Ganda. The former lauded the latter’s loyalty. On February 15, Vidanes became emotional as she read her letter to the It’s Showtime host. Vice Gianda inked a brand-new contract with the Kapamilya Network. Vidanes expressed, “With or without a contract, you stood with us — even in our most difficult times. Thank you for staying optimistic and strong, for always believing that we would surpass our challenges together and continue serving the Filipinos despite all odds.” The COO continued, “Binigyan mo ng lakas ang lahat…
Maria Clara at Ibarra (MCAI) actor Lou Veloso got spotted on FPJ’s Batang Quiapo pilot viewing. On February 13, Bekimon shared a screenshot of Veloso attending the said occasion via tweet. “Professor TORRES!!!!! Kaya pala nagulo na lalo ang buhay ni Klay, nasa premier ka pala ng Batang Quiapo!!!! Iniwan mo si Klay sa ere!!!!!!!! Hahahahahhahaha,” he captioned. https://twitter.com/bekimon23/status/1625119820831408128 Veloso plays Professor Torres, a major character in MCAI. Veloso also joined the cast ‘FPJ’s Batang Quiapo’ as Noy on its third episode (February 15). https://twitter.com/ricci_richy/status/1626033920260329472?s=20 At the said event, Manila government officials were present. Veloso is a member of…
Sunshine Dizon is looking forward to more opportunities now that she’s back as a Kapuso star. She’s excited about her career’s new chapter. On February 13, on Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, Abunda asked Dizon why she left the Kapuso Network. “Bakit ka umalis at bakit ka bumalik?” Abunda asked. “I think it’s more of I felt like I needed to grow, I needed the experience, and you have to remember, Tito Boy, I’ve dedicated half, actually, more than half of my life to my home network and this was the very very first time that I would be allowed…
Filipino actress, Sunshine Dizon admitted not being sure of what she wanted which made her leave GMA Network. On February 13, on Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, Abunda asked Dizon why she left the Kapuso Network. “Bakit ka umalis at bakit ka bumalik?” the TV host asked. Dizon revealed she had received a contract from GMA Network, but she chose not to sign it yet. The actress revealed, “This is the opportune time to actually say something because I kept quiet at that time. The truth is I was offered a contract around September and for personal reasons, I opted…
On Cristy Fermin’s online show ‘Showbiz Now Na’ with Rommel Chika and Wendell Alvarez, the three discussed that the mother of Yen Santos might have been afraid of her daughter’s relationship with Paolo Contis. On February 10, Rommel Chika shared that the mother of Santos might have been afraid after learning that Contis was not providing financial support for his children. On January 27, in an interview with TV host Boy Abunda, Contis revealed that he does not pay child support for his children Xonia, Xalene, and Summer. The actor shared, “Sa sustento issue, I don’t give. Again, I have…
Juan “Johnny” Ledesma Manahan also known as Mr. M, is a Filipino film and television director, talent manager, and screenwriter. He expressed his appreciation to Julie Anne San Jose, Barbie Forteza, Sanya Lopez, and other Sparkle artists. On February 12, during an interview with Alden Richards, Manahan applauded some of Sparkle artists’ looks and talent. “I love Julie, so wala akong mapintas. Gusto ko ‘yung beauty niya, talagang Pilipina,” he said to San Jose. “I love Sanya, ‘yung pagka-Filipina beauty niya,” he said of Lopez’s Pinay beauty. “Barbie is a revelation for me. Dati akala ko ganoon lang siya, sayaw…
Lovi Poe was pleased to be dubbed “Supreme Actress” after being dubbed “Primera Aktresa”. On February 13, Poe shared her thoughts after being tagged as Kapamilya’s “Supreme Actress”. Poe expressed, “Kinikilig ako. I’m super kilig, of course, hindi ko ini-expect. Joke ko nga, minsan pizza, minsan ice cream. At least lahat ng rekado nandoon. Kilig na kilig ako. I first read it from my manager. Sabi ko ‘really?’ Nakakakilig talaga kasi parang it’s not something that you expect.” The “Supreme Actress” admitted she was happy that people gave her a special tag. She shared, “Hindi ako makaisip ng sarili kong…
Netizens are expecting Matteo Guidicelli to be the next Kapuso star after he was seen with Viva Entertainment executives Vic del Rosario and Vincent del Rosario, and GMA Network executive Annette Gozon-Valdes. On February 6, via Instagram Stories, Guidicelli posted a photo alongside the executives. “Today’s lunch meeting,” he captioned. TV host, publicist, and talent manager Boy Abunda confirmed that Guidicelli’s transfer to the Kapuso network will push through. Abunda said, “Sabi ni Matteo ongoing ang negotiations pero mukhang may papupuntahan ang pag-uusap.” Guidicelli will appear on ‘Unang Hirit’ as a men’s health and fitness correspondent. In August 2022, rumors have…
A netizen questioned Filipino singer Katrina Velarde’s “Asia’s Vocal Supreme” title. On February 6, the Facebook account of VIVA Live Inc. posted photos of Velarde taken during the anniversary concert of Maestro Louie Ocampo at The Theatre at Solaire. It wrote, “DAY 2 | Asia’s Vocal Supreme @katrinavelarde24 at Louie Ocampo’s Composer Ka Lang 45th Anniversary Concert at The Theatre at Solaire.” “Paano siya naging Asia’s?” a netizen commented. The singer responded, “Abay malay ko. Wag ka na pasimpleng basher. Di ko din alam baket.” On a Facebook post, Velarde shared she is also wondering how she got her title.…