Author: Lion's Den

During the press conference of the highly anticipated teen-oriented film “Fangirl Fanboy”, Julian Trono and Ella Cruz popularly known as Julianella spoke about their relationship. The young stars revealed being friends for almost seven years now.  The have worked together when they were still kids on GMA’s Tropang Pochi. The 19-year-old actor shared that their relationship is more than just work. In fact, both of them are haters of ‘promo’ love teams. “Kaming dalawa ayaw naming niloloko namin yung mga tao so as much as possible we keep the friendship and ineenjoy din po namin yung process,” he said “Right now, kung…

Young actor Kiko Estrada’s alleged sex scandal last year was the topic of some questions to his father, Gary Estrada during the press conference of “Alyas Robinhood Book 2.” Gary, who was a popular hunk actor of his generation shared his take on the issue with Pep.ph. Gary expressed his awareness of the video and felt sad about it. He mentioned that they never discussed about it and he also didn’t get mad at his son. “That’s why I always advise him to be careful sa mga gagawin niya, sa mga sasabihin niya kasi ano yan eh, may consequence,” he said. When asked if he…

Kapamilya couple Luis Manzano and Jessy Mendiola celebrated their first anniversary last June 25. Photo of the said celebration was posted on their Instagram account. With this info, netizens believe that the actor was already dating Jessy during the time when he’s still in a relationship with Angel. However, Luis cleared that it was January when he broke up with his ex-girlfriend. He also pointed out that the first time they got the chance to hang out was in April, specifically during his birthday. In a recent interview with Pep.PH, Jessy was asked if she felt vindicated over the said…

Enter two different worlds of duels and friendships in new anime series “The Asterisk Wars” and “Keijo!! Hip Whip Girl” as they make their mark on Hero TV this August. Set in an imperfect anime world, “The Asterisk Wars” tells the story of Ayato Amagiri, who transfers to the elite Seidoukan Academy where students with superpowers called Genestella learn to control their abilities and duel against each other. While Ayato tries to conceal the real reason for his transfer – to investigate the disappearance of someone close to his heart – he meets Julis, one of the academy’s leading fighters,…

The harrowing story of a child who was tortured and buried alive after being accused of stealing money and how his father sought justice will be featured in ABS-CBN’s hit legal drama “Ipaglaban Mo” this Saturday (August 19). Born poor, Otep strived hard to continue his studies without the support of his father Dario (Joem Bascon) by working as an errand boy in a carnival. Even if he was bullied by his workmates Atong (Nikko Natividad), Kiko (Ryle Santiago), and the boss’s son Axel (Jairus Aquino), Otep stood by his dream and juggled his work and studies well. When Axel…

ABS-CBN has picked up another Best TV Station recognition and bagged a total of 18 trophies for its entertainment and news shows, personalities, and journalists at the Mindanao based Young Educators’ Convergence at SOCCSKSARGEN 3rd Aral-Parangal Awards. On top of the Best TV Station award, ABS-CBN News raked in four recognitions including Best TV News Program (“TV Patrol”), Best Educational TV Program (“Matanglawin”), Best TV Program Host (Gus Abelgas) and Best TV Public Affairs Host (Boy Abunda). In the entertainment category, “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano,” the country’s most watched TV program, was named Best TV Primetime Drama Series, while Coco Martin was hailed…

Mica Barrero, who competed and became a finalist in the recently concluded “The Voice Teens,” was devastated when she learned about her father’s extra-marital affair when she was a young girl. Since childhood, music was very close to Mica’s (Amy Nobleza) heart. Her family even had her back and supported her all the way especially her father Ramil (Adrian Alandy). Unable to release her anger, she used music as a form of escape. However another huge mishap struck her family when her father Ramil suffered a stroke. How did Mica survive this new dilemma in her life? Did this incident…

“My Love From The Star” leading man Gil Cuerva laughed at the issue about him and director Joyce Bernal. Rumors spread that the two were doing something, ‘gumagawa ng milagro’, at a parking lot during their taping in the recently concluded Kapuso show. The model and actor said that they would  just laugh about it. Talking to PEP.ph, he said, “You know stuff like that, tinatawanan nalang natin. For people to come up with something like that, nakakatawa.” Gil explained that he understands that it was part of being in the showbiz industry. He also clarifies that these issues do not…

“Aba kung pwede forever, diba? Saan ka makahanap ng ganung show na forever?,” GMA Senior Vice President Lilybeth Rasonable joked that “Ika-6 na Utos” may possibly air forever. “Ika-6 na Utos” stars Sunshine Dizon, Ryzza Cenon and Gabby Concepcion and is consistently gaining high ratings since it started last December 2016. The nine-month old Kapuso serye is continuously providing its viewers almost all genres from romance to revenge, from action, and suspense, and comedy. GMA Network Executive said that so far, the seryes is doing good. That’s why it will not end yet. “But siyempre, kailangan din timplahin. We’re keeping…

Star Magic All-Star Basketball Most Valuable Player (MVP) Gerald Anderson told the press yesterday during his AWOL blog conference that it was the sport which made him support the possible match between Daniel Padilla and Paul Salas. “Sorry natuwa ako kasi it’s about sports e. That’s why everybody’s affected by it, kasi nga may pride and joy, so, why not?” the 28-year-old actor explained to Pep.ph. Although he felt enthusiastic about this, he reminded the two Kapamilya stars that it shouldn’t get personal, that a game is just a game. “But you know, knowing us, we take everything personal, ganun…

Kapamilya actor Gerald Anderson’s entry ‘AWOL’ in Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino paid tribute to military and soldiers in the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) directed by Enzo Williams. During the blog conference of AWOL yesterday, Direk Enzo and Gerald shared hisbgratitude for those who appreciated and gave good reviews to their indie-action film. According to reviews and comments, the film is relatable and entertaining. But what made the actor speechless is he’s being tagged as the Liam Neeson of the Philippines, whom incidentally, Gerald idolize “Sobrang thankful lang ako sa mga nakanuod na at kinukwento nila kung gaano kaganda…

CNN Philippines: On The Record tackles the controversial surge of fake news as sociologist Nicole Curato moderates a discussion among key players in the field of media, communications and politics. Fake news is a tense point of discussion in media today. On the Record: Breaking Fake News will discuss what it is, why it matters and what we can do about it. On the panel are Jonathan Ong, Associate Professor of Media Studies at the University of Massachusetts—currently in the country to conduct research of the rise of the fake news industry—who will discuss the public’s responsibility to spot fake…

PBB Lucky Season 7’s popular loveteam Maymay Entrata and Edward Barber extend their sincerest gratitude and appreciation to their loyal supporters after celebrating their 1st anniversary last Sunday. Their fans spent not only their money but most importantly their time and effort just to be able to provide their idols a celebration to remember. The 1st anniversary symbolizes the day when actress Maymay and on-screen partner Edward met in the most popular house in the country (Big Brother’s House) who is now known as one of the hottest loveteams of today’s generation. In fairness to the young stars, they’re still…

There are a lot of life threatening scenes in ABS-CBN’s top rating show on Primetime, “La Luna Sangre.” Lead stars Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla popularly known as KathNiel are both fighting with vampires in the series that requires a number of physically challenging stunts. In the recent digital press conference of the teleserye, action director Lester Pimentel admitted that both Kathryn and Daniel have stunt doubles on standby.  He said KathNiel prefers to do their own stunts that they rarely use a double. “Ang specific instruction that we got from the producers is ang importante ‘yung action ay nakatahi…

The 26-year-old actor Vin Abrenica shared excitement that his older brother Aljur Abrenica is now also part of the Kapamilya network. He is also hopeful to be working with his brother in the future. Since Vin was the first one to enter ABS-CBN compared to his brother who has just signed a contract last July 31,  he said that he would give Aljusr  some useful tips and pointers on how is it like to be a Kapamilya. “Kasi ako usually yung nagtatanong sa kaniya. Ang cute kasi may one time nagtatawanan kami, sinabi niya saakin; ‘how is it kapag nasa ASAP’…

Basketball superstar Mark “Mac-mac” Cardona popularly known as the Captain Hook of the basketball court admitted that he took more than 100 pills to end his life. Mac-mac narrated in his recent guesting in Kapamilya weekend show Rated K that it was his girlfriend who noticed that there was something wrong with him. The girlfriend advised him to consult a psychiatrist. Mac-mac was diagnosed with bipolar personality. “Pag depressed, mag-isa lang ako sa room. Kapag masaya ako, talagang masaya.” He confessed that his body finds it hard to adjust with the medications. He felt lazy and weak most of the time.…