Author: Lion's Den

Over the years, Darna was portrayed by many actresses; but only one of them has stood out. Well, that’s according to Pokwang who called Angel Locsin as the “Best Darna ever.” A Star Cinema’s official statement that Angel cannot be able to play the role of Darna anymore, Pokwang took to her Instagram account to expresse her sadness. Angel, who wore the red-and-gold costume back in 2005 became one of the most famous Darnas over the last decades. “Kung totoo nga na hindi na ikaw ang gaganap na bilang Darna sobrang nakakalungkot para sakin ikaw ang forever na Darna. Pero…

“It’s Showtime” host and comedian Vice Ganda is against the Death Penalty Bill. Vice, whose father was shot in front of him when he was a teenager, said that sentencing his father’s gunman on death row would be inhumane. “Kunwari ako, pinatay ang tatay ko. Hindi makakapagbigay ng katarungan sa akin bilang naulila ang patayin din iyong pumatay sa tatay ko,” Vice Ganda told ABS-CBN News’ MJ Felipe on March 23. The 40-year-old comedian suggested the government should fix the country’s justice system instead of trying to bring back the death penalty. “Naniniwala ako na hindi lahat ng nakakulong ay…

Kapuso actor Rafael Rosell shared his sentiments over the current administration’s so-called “Death Penalty.” In an interview with PEP.ph, the actor believes that the said bill is questionable for covering only drug-related cases He said, “I just think maybe a little unfair na may mga bagay na tinanggal du’n na medyo suportado sa gobyerno.” The 34-year-old stressed the removal of plunder and rape as crimes punishable by death. “Wala na yung plunder, di ba? Wala na ‘yung rape. So, you’re ruining someone else’s life. You’re traumatizing them for life, and then ‘yun ang tatanggalin sa death penalty. “So, ano na lang…

“Destined to Be Yours” has added another character that will make the story more exciting. Kapuso actress Thea Tolentino will be playing the former girlfriend of Alden Richard’s character, Benjie Rosales. In her recent interview, Thea described Maine Mendoza as “hyper.” “Ang hyper ni Maine (Mendoza). Gusto ko rin siyempreng makipagsabayan sa pagiging hyper niya,” she said. She added: “Makulit siya. Nang magpa-picture ako sa set, nasa likod ko pala si Maine. Ang kulit niya pero ang saya niya!” Meanwhile, the 20-year old revealed that her first scene with Maine was not as difficult as what others thought. She said,…

Radio station DZRH has suspended a commentary program of former sex guru and self-confessed Dutertard Mocha Uson. A DZRH personell confirmed it via Philippine Daily Inquirer and said the suspension is “indefinite.” This was after the live cursing of Mocha to Vice President Leni Robredo that roused the ire of many netizens. DZRH is operated by the Manila Broadcasting Company (MBC). Jozy Acosta-Nisperos, head of the civil society group The Silent Majority and one of the complainants, sent MBC president Ruperto Nicdao Jr. a formal letter that pointed out Mocha’s violations of broadcasting rules: On March 18, during a live…

Twitter netizens are so witty, they even suggested Mocha Uson to become the next Darna. Actually, some of them were just joking around while others took it seriously. These are some of netizens’ posts that will make you think if Mocha deserves to portray the iconic Filipina superhero. If Mocha would be able to play Darna, she would probably shouted, “Ako si Darna! Lahat kayo, b*bo!”—a phrase she used to describe the Office of the Vice President. Mocha should be the next Darna because it’s easy to cut off the harness that would supported her. Valentina would feel so threatened…

Basketball star Kiefer Ravena is now facing controversies from his fans and Alyssa Valdez’s. The controversies have sparked when alleged nude photos of him went viral in social media. Actually, there was a blind item that might connect to Kiefer on Fashion Pulis website before the issue has spread out. As a chismosong writer, I went back in time to identify the source of the leaked photos. The original uploader was the girl in her byname Geng Paltrow. She is, according to her Twitter account, model and cover girl. This girl uploaded the alleged Viber conversations of her and Kiefer…

The search for the next “Darna” is not as facile as like what others think. It will take long time to filter the most suitable one to portray the iconic superheroine. But… not because ABS-CBN has acquired the rights of “Darna” doesn’t mean Kapuso fans cannot imagine their favorite artist wearing the red-and-gold costume. Can you guess which GMA artist has won Kapuso fans’ hearts? Unsurprisingly, it’s none other than the Queen of Dubsmash, Maine Mendoza. Kapuso netizens took to their respective Twitter accounts to suggest Maine as the one who should play “Darna.” But the question still remains… if…

Angel Locsin might have lost the opportunity to play the iconic superheroine Darna, but she will be part of iconic franchise in the Philippines. Together with Kapamilya actor John Lloyd Cruz, Angel will be part of ABS-CBN’s much-awaited primetime series “La Luna Sangre”. This “Imortal” sequel will also feature the phenomenal love team of Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo. Angel was the one who confirmed the good news to “Lobo” franchise fans. “I’m very excited to work again with Lloydy. Mayroon kaming special participation sa ‘La Luna Sangre,’” she said. Earlier this month, specualtions of her appearance ob “La Luna…

Ever Bilena has just launched their new TV commercial on March 21 at Lolā Café in Quezon City. The new endorser is none other than Loisa Andalio. The young actress, who appears in her new commercial with Ever Bilena, believes versatility is key to finding success in show business. Because, let’s be moreover realistic here; talent agencies don’t just look at one’s beautiful face no more. Most of them want a person who doesn’t has just beauty but also has persistence and dedication. In real life, Loisa is all of these and more. The 17-year-old, who has more than 579…

Have you ever experienced general fatigue, shortness of breath, dizziness and fast or irregular heartbeat? Do you have strange cravings to eat items that aren’t food, such as dirt, ice, or clay? Hey, maybe you have iron deficiency anemia! Anemia occurs when the level of red blood cells in our blood is lower than normal. Iron deficiency anemia is the most common type of anemia. It occurs when our body doesn’t have enough iron. Our body needs iron to make a protein called hemoglobin. This protein is responsible for carrying oxygen to our body’s tissues, why is essential for our…

Not because you have the voice to speak, doesn’t mean you will abuse it. That’s the message of an open-letter written by Pinoy Ako Blog page to Fred Elizalde, Chairman and CEO of Manila Broadcasting Company (MBC). The viral open-letter is about the major cursing of blogger and former sex guru Mocha Uson to Vice President Leni Robredo through her DZRH show. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdQv5KBzjBY “Hindi ko po alam kung ano po ang pamantayan ng DZRH sa responsible broadcasting but this video is so wrong in so many levels,” they wrote. The page also asked Elizalde if the viral video of the…

Last week, Piolo Pascual and his son Iñigo became a hot topic in social media. The video of them while kissing each other went viral and sparked debates among netizens. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PARWQlWRvMg At the press conference of “Northern Lights” which was co-produced by Star Cinema, Regal Films and Spring Films, Piolo Pascual answered the allegations of those who were putting malice to the viral video. “Iniisip ko, how will I address that issue? Ano ba ang sasabihin ko? Paano ko ba sasagutin ‘yon? “Kasi, puwede kang maging pikon, puwede kang maging defensive. But, you know what? At the end of the…

A major search is set to find the next Darna! On March 21, radio hosts Marc Logan and Amy Perez asked their “Sakto” listeners to name some actress who they think could follow Angel Locsin’s portrayal as Darna. Topping the poll is the “My Ex and Whys” star Liza Soberano. With her stunning beauty, Liza must be the perfect on to play the role of the iconic character. Tied at second spot are Nadine Lustre and the Unkabogable Box-office Star Vice Ganda. Listeners who voted for Vice Ganda said that “Darna” will become an instant hit if he would top-bill…

Blogger Mocha Uson backed out of a speaking engagement at a top-level Army conference that was held on March 21 in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City. Mocha announced to her Facebook followers that she had written Army chief Lieutenant General Glorioso Miranda and apologized for her decision to back out. The self-confessed Dutertard was supposed to discuss the challenges faced by a social media personality at the Senior Leaders Conference held in consonance with the Army’s 120th anniversary. However, Mocha claimed that there were netizens who didn’t like the Army’s decision to invite her, thus they were criticized. “Our soldiers do…

Showbiz reporter and tabloid journalist Cristy Fermin defended Piolo Pascual from his bashers. In her Bandera Inquirer column, Cristy described the bashers as “walang magawa sa buhay.” “NASA gitna na naman ng “paglalaro” ng mga bashers si Piolo Pascual. Lumabas lang ang video clip ng paghahalikan nila ng kanyang anak na si Inigo nang lips-to-lips ay parang mga ibon nang nabulabog sa sanga ang mga taong walang magawa sa buhay.” She also debunked the rumor that Piolo and his son Iñigo does not has biological connections. “Nilagyan na agad ng malisya ang paghahalikan sa labi ng mag-ama, pinagdudahan na agad…