Author: Mc Richard Paglicawan

Concert sweetheart Anne Curtis has found a true family in ABS-CBN, and this is why she had no doubts to stay with the network for another two years as she renewed her exclusive contract this Wednesday (Jan 29).“I have found family. They’ll always have faith in you no matter what,” Anne stated.The actress confirmed that her new contract includes her stint as co-host of “It’s Showtime” and a teleserye every year, including the iconic “Dyesebel” written by Mars Ravelo.“It’s every girl’s dream to become a mermaid, so to be able to portray one that’s part of the history of Philippine…

29 January 2014 Comparative Total Philippines (Urban+ Rural) Ratings Data: ABS-CBN vs. GMA7 and TV5 January 29, 2014 – WednesdayKape’t Pandasal (0.2%)My Puhunan (Replay) (0.7%)Reporter’s Notebook (Replay) (1.0%) Umagang Kay Ganda (5.5%)Unang Hirit (3.5%) Kris Tv (6.5%)Detective Conan (5.2%)Pokemon (6.1%) Ultraman Mebius (5.8%)Doraemon Adventures (7.0%) Kuroko’s Basketball (5.1%)Inuyasha (6.6%) Naruto Shippuuden (6.0%)Flame of Recca (6.1%) Crazy Love (8.0%) Shaman King (6.6%)Kusina Master Sikreto Ng Experto (5.2%) Minute To Win It (12.7%)Tunay Na Buhay (5.2%) Be Careful With My Heart (18.6%) The Ryzza Mae Show (7.0%) It’s Showtime (14.1%)Eat… Bulaga! (10.7%) Kapamilya Blockbusters ‘Ang Tange Kong Pag-Ibig’ (10.9%)Villa Quintana (9.2%)Magkano Ba Ang Pag-Ibig? (8.5%) Galema…

14 international and local teams competing in the 2014 LBC Ronda Pilipinas were presented in a kick-off ceremony on January 31 at the Rembrandt otel, Quezon City.The teams, composed of 7 international teams, ans 7 local teams, will race through 1,700 kilometers across Luzon with starting Line at Quezon memorial Circle on February 1. LBC Sports Development Chairman Moe Chulani admits that the challenge of taking this event to an ‘international level’ lies not only on the shoulders of our local athletes, but also on LBC itself.“With the presence of an international contingent who are used to racing in prestigious…

ABS-CBN primetime TV programs were the top five most watched programs nationwide last Monday (January 27) when competition launched its new programs, according to the data of Kantar Media.For over two months now since “Juan dela Cruz” left Primetime Bida to make way to “Honesto,” the ratings of the shows on primetime are significantly low, most of the time not reaching 30s. It’s not yet alarming since when we compare it to the rival networks’ ratings, it’s still far, but then for a ratings conscious viewers like me, it’s disappointing. But since last Monday, when ABS-CBN aired the premiere of…

January 30, 2014 (Manila, Philippines) – As the Filipino-Chinese community ushers in the Year of the Wood Horse, Philam Life kick starts the new Chinese year with its annual dragon parade held in Binondo. The life insurer’s Chinese New Year celebration is, first and foremost, a gesture of solidarity with and respect for the Filipino-Chinese community, according to Jessica Abaya, Philam Life Head of Marketing. “Philam Life is part of the AIA group, a leading Pan-Asian life insurance organization across Asia Pacific, which has roots in Shanghai, China. This celebration is important to us as it affirms our deep roots in…

For over nine months, GMA Network left “Buzz ng Bayan” (from “The Buzz”) with no competition.ABS-CBN’s “Buzz ng Bayan” (from “the Buzz”) left “Startalk” (which is over 18 years dominating its Saturday timeslot) behind on their first battle on TV ratings last Sunday. “Buzz ng Bayan” zoomed to the top of Sunday’s (January 26) most-watched TV shows and hit a whopping 20.5% national TV rating that left its new competition behind. The episode that featured Boy Abunda’s premium exclusive interview with Vhong was the no. 1 overall Sunday TV program, tied with Kapamilya sitcom “Home Sweetie Home.””Startalk” and “The Buzz”…

Will one of Filipino-Chinese celebrities Richard Poon, Manuel Chua, Laureen Uy, Carlene Aguilar, and Gwen Garci get lucky this Year of the Wooden Horse and win the P1 million jackpot?Find out in hit musical game show “The Singing Bee” this Saturday (Feb 1). Who among them will emerge as the best in guessing the correct lyrics of songs? Who will face-off in the “Final Countdown” round?Don’t miss “The Singing Bee” hosted by Roderick Paulate and Amy Perez this Saturday (Jan 25), after “It’s Showtime” on ABS-CBN. For updates, like and follow “The Singing Bee” on www.facebook.com/singingbeeabscbn, www.twitter.com/TheSingingBeePH, andwww.instagram.com/thesingingbeeph.Tweet your thoughts…

Broadcast journalist Atom Araullo investigates the mystery behind various incidents of possession in an elementary school this Friday (Jan 31) in “Hiwaga.”What seemed like an ordinary day for the students of a school in Osorio, Cavite, quickly turned into a nightmare when some students and a teacher became victim to so called sanib or sapi.Measures had been done before, according to the teachers, such as going to albularyos or psychiatrists. But despite their efforts, the possessions went on and even escalated.In January of 2014, six students and a teacher had fallen prey to the possession. It was said that spirits…

Love at first sight is one of those enduring mysteries that the majority of us believe in and surveys show more than half have experienced.That the object of such affection is a married woman is as classic a dilemma as Paris and Helen of Troy.In “The Right Kind of Wrong,” a romantic comedy, or perhaps a comedy about the madness of romance, we are introduced to Leo, a total romantic and a failed-writer-turned-dishwasher made famous for his many flaws in a blog called “Why You Suck,” a huge Internet success written by his ex-wife Julie (played by Kristen Hager). Then…

Zimmer Raz (Zimmer Rance in the complaint filed by the NBI), a 6-footer bodybuilder who knows mixed martial arts (MMA), when they beat up actor-host Vhong Navarro last week.I searched his video on Youtube and this is the only video left in his account:Based on the picture and the video above, Zimmer alone can immobilized a thin and smaller Vhong. Just basing on the video released by NBI, what more if there are eight of them including Cedric? This makes me think of Cedric’s accusation that they needed to have more men because they struggled to pin down the actor, who according…

GMA network’s “Magkano Ba Ang Pag-ibig?” which tackles enduring love and sacrifice for the family will be airing it’s finale on February 14, on it’s lead actress Heart Evangelista’s birthday.This almost 3 months series “Magkano Ba Ang Pag-ibig?” which started on September 30 last year, delivered by the powerhouse cast topbilled by Kapuso leading lady Heart Evangelista and her two elading men Sid Lucero and Dominic Roco together with Alessandra De Rossi, Isabel Oli, and Katrina Halili. Completing the cast are renowned actors and actresses Ana Capri, Pen Medina, Sharmaine Centenera, Luz Valdez, Vangie Labalan, Mariel Pamintuan, Nicky Castro, Angelo…

We are in the Philippines and there are grammar nazis everywhere!I don’t usually stalk on Facebook or Twitter or Instagram but because I became more curious about the 22-year-old student who accused Vhong Navarro attempted rape named Deniece Cornejo, I checked her Facebook (no longer available) and when I saw her Instagram posts, I was amazed! She’s too smart huh – no sarcasm meant.Here’s her Instagram profile… An introduction. So green!Very pure… She’s an advocate! I also wish… next!Credible huh! Next! I’m also surprised! Kapamilyas’ so generous!So hot! Bora is hot! Next!The next GMA Princess…Thank you for reading this post! If you like this…

After ruling the trending topics since Sunday, Brace yourselves for Deniece Cornejo, Cedric Lee and Vhong Navarro memes!Based on Vhong Navarro’s official statement on Buzz Ng Bayan with host Boy Abunda this afternoon, Jan. 26, 2014 (Philippine time), he was framed up by Denise Millet Cornejo and mauled by Cedric Lee and his men in the morning of Jan. 23 at The Fort in Taguig City. Since then, a lot of memes surfaced online, some are funny and some are offensive.Well, try to see some of them here: The Condo: Come if you Dare Condo, the horror movie of the yearThis maybe…

Kapuso star Glaiza de Castro celebrated her birthday with the kids of Child Haus Foundation. Fans of Glaiza de Castro with the help of GMA Artist Center gave the actress a birthday gift on January 27, when they brought her for the first time to the C.H.I.L.D. Haus in Quezon City and hosted a birthday party for the charity group’s beneficiaries.Child Haus, according to their website, is a temporary shelter for indigent patients from the different provinces who have cancer or other dreaded diseases and have no place to stay in Metro Manila while undergoing medical evaluation or treatment. It provides…

The February issue of Chalk shows the newest cover girl Liza all dolled up in her date-ready ensembles.She walks the magazine’s readers through her bright start in show business. Get smitten by Liza’s undeniably au naturel sweetness and charm in an exclusive story that shows why what awaits her is something that everyone should watch out for.Chalk’s February issue also goes into ways to get that perfect “love glow,” with tips on how to put everything together in the best way to create an affair to remember. Get the lowdown on date-worthy ensembles—plus dating tips and fool-proof recipes perfect for…

In Metro this month, teen royalty Julia, who is set to star in her first primetime series, “Mira/Bella,” is put under a different sort of spotlight—revealing how she goes beyond her name and comes into her own in a shoot and story that details the fierce and stylish young celebrity she is with hints at who she is bound to become.Metro also features the biggest trends for Spring/Summer 2014 in its February issue, recognizing the dawn of a new season–with new collections, new trends, and a new attitude to go along with it all.Metro is available on the iTunes App…