Author: Lion's Den

Colombia will experience heartfelt Filipino stories beginning Wednesday (Oct 18) with the premiere of ABS-CBN’s “Dahil May Isang Ikaw,” which will be dubbed into Spanish as “Corazones Cruzados,” marking the entry of the Kapamilya network into into the Latin American country via its biggest free-to-air TV network Caracol. Starring Jericho Rosales and Kristine Hermosa, the 2009 series is the first Filipino content to air in the said country and the second to air in the Latin American region, following the successful telecast of the “Puentes De Amor” (“Bridges of Love”), still led by Echo together with Paulo Avelino and Maja…

A huge finale awaits fans of award-wining sitcom “Funny Ka, Pare Ko” as it heads off to the paradise island of Boracay this Sunday with Bigboy and family about to embark on a new chapter in their lives as entrepreneurs. The finale will see Bigboy and Mr. Sing about to sign a contract to distribute “Bigboy’s Best Bottled Adobo” in Visayas, a big step for Bigboy (Bayani Agbayani), Karla (Karla Estrada), their family business, and the people who depend on it. However, not everyone is excited for this big opportunity. Victor (Jobert Austria) invites Bigboy, Dong-Dong (Jayson Gainza) and the…

Christmas came early for the abandoned grandmothers staying at the Golden Reception and Action Center for the Elderly and other Special Cases or G.R.A.C.E.S. “Failon Ngayon,” which is celebrating its eight year this month, spearheaded a renovation project that has now given them a more livable and comfortable home, complete with appliances and facilities that will make each day more beautiful for them. In last Saturday’s (October 8) episode of the program, multi-awarded TV and radio anchor Ted Failon gave viewers a peek at the improved Tamundong Ward of G.R.A.C.E.S., where elderly women like Carol Hullar are spending the remaining…

“Sublime continuance of Filipino drama series and quality storylines” “The Good Son” premiered on ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida on September 25. It is a family drama series starring Joshua Garcia, Jerome Ponce, Mccoy de Leon and Nash Aguas, directed by Manny Q. Palo and Andoy Ranay. Prodigious story There is no perfect family and that makes it a family. Life is not a fairytale that is always into a happy setting and ending. It opens the reality of pleasure accompanied by suffering and regret. Eye-opening story The Good Son is a reflection of Filipino family. The love and joy in every…

DALY CITY, Calif., Oct 9, 2017 — TFC proudly celebrates the unshakable spirit, the unique talents, and the united camaraderie of the Filipino American community via three major events happening on October 14 across the West Coast in celebration of Filipino American History Month. Daly City hosts its very own Filipino-American History Month Celebration at the Marchbank Park located at 10 South Parkview Avenue from 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.There will be food trucks, arts and crafts, a beer garden, several vendor booths, and entertainment from homegrown talent. There will be free parking at the DC Station Garage and Marchbank Park is accessible on the second floor. This is a…

October 10, 2017 DUBAI, MIDDLE EAST — From the cultural Holi Festival of Colours from India to the long-standing music tradition that is Belgium’s Tomorrowland and to the homegrown Dubai Music Week, festivals have truly become a defining showcase of a place’s culture, history and pride. On November 3, Dubai Media Center Amphitheatre –– a crowd favorite, award-winning venue where events come to life under the stars –– will be the site of what promises to be an epic live stage program of original Filipino pop and rock music blended with international music acts, in an atmosphere that allows an exciting exchange of people’s roots through multicultural offerings of…

Ella Cruz stars with Marco Gallo and Kisses Delavin in a timely episode about the proper use of social media this Saturday in the 2017 ALTA Media Icon Awards’ Best Public Affairs program, “Ipaglaban Mo.” Anna (Ella), Triny (Kelley Day), and Mitchie (Sammie Rimando) are best friends in their senior year. They may be three different young ladies, but all of them are equally longing for the love and attention of their parents. One night, Anna convinces Triny and Mitchie to go to a pool party after she finds out that her friend Diane (Kisses Delavin) is already in a…

Filipinos have a big appetite for Japanese food—including tonkatsu, a breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet. Taking this delectable dish to new heights is Katsu Sora, home of premium Tonkatsu and Japanese dishes, with its panache that promises authentic Japanese dining. Derived from Japanese terms “Katsu,” which is short for tonkatsu and “Sora,” which means sky, Katsu Sora is dedicated to offering only the highest quality tonkatsu and a host of other Japanese dishes. This goes with a salad bar where diners can enjoy a wide range of healthy greens and fruits, among others, delivering a satisfactory experience in a class…

Manila, Philippines (October 12, 2017) — Philippines’ Top 2 International smartphone brand OPPO is set to launch the F5, the latest edition of its Selfie Expert series on October 26. OPPO’s latest model will also be launched in other South East Asian markets such as Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam and including India. Teasers of the new OPPO F5 as seen in leading malls, airport, and the recent Star Magic Ball have received an overwhelming feedback and strong anticipation among its fans and consumers. OPPO’s answer to the recent full-screen device announcements made by other smartphone brands has been much awaited…

Metro, one of the leading retail companies in the Philippines, is set to celebrate 35 fruitful years of good finds, awesome deals, and best prices with an all-out sale at up to 50% off on storewide selections this October 13, 14, and 15. Arthur Emmanuel, President and COO of Metro Retail Stores Group, Inc. comments, “This Anniversary Sale not only commemorates our 35th year of service, it also marks our success, standing at the forefront of the retail industry, serving an average of 250,000 shoppers per day.” With over 52 stores nationwide, Metro Retail is proof that a good name…

The worldwide search for the next big OPM love song is back in Himig Handog 2017, the largest Filipino songwriting competition that gave birth to recent winners “Anong Nangyari Sa Ating Dalawa,” “Mahal Ko o Mahal Ako,” and “Dalawang Letra,” and the new song selections will be performed live on “ASAP” stage this October. A total of 10 songs made it to this year’s competition out of almost 7,000 entries from Filipinos all over the world. In Himig Handog tradition, these compositions will be interpreted by some of today’s hottest local artists. This year’s interpreters include Jake Zyrus for Agatha Morallos’…

Viewers nationwide tuned in to what could be one of the grandest and most show stopping comeback on Philippine television as Maja Salvador finally CAME out as Lily Cruz in ABS-CBN’s hit teleserye “Wildflower” last Tuesday (Oct 10). Maja’s scene stealing entrance wearing a gold gown instantly set social media ablaze as the show trended on Twitter worldwide. Netizens were also quick to share funny memes about the talked about episode. From a national TV rating of 33.8% last Monday (Oct 9), nationwide viewership got even stronger and the series hit its new all-time high national TV rating of 35.2%…

The guessing game gets even more intense now that the investigation on Victor’s (Albert Martinez) death points to Joseph’s (Joshua Garcia) mother Racquel (Mylene Dizon) in the Kapamilya primetime series “The Good Son.” SPO1 Colmenares’ (Michael Rivero) search for the truth takes an unexpected turn as he received a document that shows Racquel’s involvement in a murder case back in their province, prompting the possibility that she is the mastermind behind Victor’s death. Despite her dark past being exposed, Racquel will prove her innocence and that she cannot hurt the man she loves. Meanwhile, Joseph and Enzo’s (Jerome Ponce) worlds…

ABS-CBN’s Film Restoration group in partnership with Ayala Land brings Spotlight Movie Box, an exclusive movie-marathon featuring romantic Star Cinema films, this Oct. 14 (Saturday) and Oct. 15 (Sunday) at the Power Mac Center Spotlight in Circuit Makati. One of the country’s pioneer loveteam, Jericho Rosales and Kristine Hermosa, also spread the love in full HD via their movie “Forevermore,” while Claudine, Jericho, and Diether Ocampo spread the chills via their thriller film “Nasaan Ka Man.” Feel the kilig once more with Claudine Barretto and Rico Yan’s hit romantic movie “Got to Believe” and relive the heartaches of Popoy and…

“Loving in Tandem” star and former PBB Lucky Season 7 4th big placer Edward Barber charms his way in various MYX shows, while Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez nests with the music channel as the “MYX Headliner” for the month of October. After his first successful movie project with PBB co-housemates Maymay Entrata, Kisses Delavin, and Marco Gallo, Edward tries out his hosting skills as October’s MYX Celebrity VJ. The gig is his first project without onscreen partner Maymay, who became MYX’s guest VJ last May. In an interview, the looker revealed that he asked tips from Maymay to prepare for the…

“Matanglawin” takes viewers to Banaue this Sunday (October 15) to feast with the Ifugaos during their Imbayah Festival, which is their way of thanksgiving for a season of bountiful harvest. Join Kuya Kim Atienza as he shows the cultural pride of Banaue through their games and rituals including arm wrestling and bamboo bike racing. Viewers will also get to immerse in the local tradition of woodcarving and understand the symbolism behind their display of animal and human skulls. Findout the real meaning behind the Ifugao’s “Bogwa” ritual and the purpose of the “Dap-ay” in another adventure with the country’s most awarded educational program…