Author: RJ Mataro

On December 19, actress Cherry Pie Picache highlighted how warm GMA Network was in welcoming her in the movie ‘Firefly.’  At the media conference for ‘Firefly,’ which LionhearTV covered, Picache first noted the collaboration of networks and artists recently, citing how it helped artists, especially after the pandemic. “Oo naman actor naman tayo di ba? Ganon naman ang artista, pwede kahit saang– lalo na ngayon.  “I mean everybody is collaborating, everybody is just working, siyempre bumabawi pa tayo sa pandemya. So siyempre, kung saan may project, di ba kung saan meron, doon tayo.” She then appreciated the warm welcome and…

On December 21, Brilliant Skin CEO Glenda Victorio (Miss Glenda) addressed how she handled fake news during 2023. During the Brilliant Awards 2023 at the New Port Performing Arts in Resorts World Manila, which LionhearTV attended, Miss Glenda remarked how maintaining her integrity helped her fight off fake news. “Minsan po sa buhay natin, dadating na susubukin ka ng panahon, lalo na ang fake news ang kalaban natin. Lalo na’t nakabuwis ang buhay ko pati ng mga anak ko. Kaya salamat Lord, ilang beses mo na akong niligtas.  “At nagpapatunay na kapag wala ka talagang ginagawang masama, hindi ka niya…

On December 15, Michigan-born singer Ryan Gallagher addressed whether he plans to file for Filipino citizenship. At the media conference for the Christmas single ‘The Feeling of Christmas,’ which LionhearTV covered, Gallagher highlighted the realization of possibly being a dual citizen if he filed for Filipino citizenship. “I don’t, no. I should apply. I’ll be a dual citizen, di ba?” Aside from possibly getting Filipino citizenship, he also discussed how much he loved staying in the Philippines. “Mahirap, ah Taglish lang.  “I love staying in the Philippines. That’s why I’m here so much, so I’m [going to] be here all…

On December 3, Asia’s Multimedia Star and Kapuso actor Alden Richards discussed his upcoming projects for 2024, including ‘Pulang Araw,’ and his directorial debut film with a working title, ‘Out of Order.’ At the media conference for ‘Family of Two,’ which LionhearTV covered, Richards revealed that he would go on a two-week vacation after the Metro Manila Film Festival season.  When he returns by mid-January, Richards will start promoting his series with Sanya Lopez, Barbie Forteza, and David Licauco. “Yes po, Pulang Araw na po, mag-start na rin po kami ng promo ng first ever promo ko po.” He also…

On December 14, Batangas Vice Governor Mark Leviste revealed he got a gift for Kris Aquino from The Farm. At a media event at The Farm in San Benito, which LionhearTV covered, Leviste first talked about his Christmas wish for 2023, including a speedy recovery for Kris Aquino. “For myself and my family, continuous blessings–blessings for good health, happiness, and harmony. Peace of mind, peace in our hearts, and my family.  “And, of course, for Kris, I always pray, whether it’s Christmas or not. I always pray and wish for her immediate recovery and [her immediate] return here in the…

On June 23, Viva artist Azi Acosta considered Andrea Brillantes a cautionary tale about having relationships with basketball players. At the media conference for ‘Hugot,’ Acosta explained that basketball players would not have time for her if she ever got into a relationship with one of them. “Wala po, tsaka hindi ko po type ‘yung mga nagba-basketball eh. Kasi feeling ko walang time sa akin.” She then cited Brillantes as an example of why she is wary of getting into a relationship with a basketball player. “Opo, tsaka lalo na ‘yung nangyari kay Andrea Brillantes, nakakadala po di ba?” She…

On December 19, director Zig Dulay admitted he felt puzzled upon hearing the number of cinemas assigned for their Metro Manila Film Festival 2023 movie, ‘Firefly.’ At the media conference for ‘Firefly,’ which LionhearTV covered, Dulay voiced his reaction to the number of cinemas showing their MMFF 2023 entry. “Personally, ako din, palaisipan din sa akin ‘yung bilang ng cinemas kasi hindi ko rin naman talaga alam ‘yung proseso kung paano nangyari. Pero, noong dumating naman ‘yun hanggang ngayon, kabilang kami doon sa mga pelikula na pinaka-kaunti ‘yung bilang ng sinehan.” He highlighted the hardwork the cast and creative team…

On December 15, actress-director Gina Alajar remarked that she wasn’t closing herself from falling in love but wasn’t expecting to find love. At the media event for ‘When I Met You in Tokyo,’ which LionhearTV covered, Alajar highlighted that people her age still have a colorful life, noting that she would still open herself up to the possibility of finding love. “Hindi naman sarado, kaya lang hindi naman ine-expect, hindi naman inaantay. But it’s so nice after ng Monday First Screening, ito, I Met You in Tokyo, a story about senior citizens, ibig sabihin lang kahit na senior citizens na,…

On December 9, Kapamilya host Vice Ganda commented on the accessibility of ‘Marites’ people on social media. At the event for the second season of ‘Gandara: The Beksplorer,’ which LionhearTV covered, Vice acknowledged how people could easily share gossip through social media posts. “Madami kahit saan ako magpunta, may Marites. Lalo na ngayon, kahit saan ka magpunta, lahat ng tao may video at may camera. Kaya ang hirap-hirap gumalaw. Kasi kahit anong igalaw mo, kahit hindi nila nauunawaan, mayroon silang sariling interpretasyon sa nakikita nila dahil sa nakukuhanan nila ng video or dahil sa hawak nilang telepono.” She then shared…

On December 2, Kawit Cavite Mayor Angelo Aguinaldo shared the legacy he wanted to leave for his constituents. At a press event, which LionhearTV attended with selected media, Mayor Aguinaldo said he wanted to leave a legacy of caring for his constituents. “‘Yung kami po, may puso at malasakit sa mga lumalapit po sa amin, sa Munisipyo po. ‘Yun po ‘yung gusto kong maiwang legacy sa amin.” Councilor Jerry Jarin attested to Mayor Aguinaldo’s care and compassion for Kawit’s citizens. “Actually, ‘yung legacy ni Mayor, kalat na sa buong Kawit, at sa buong probinsya ng Cavite. ‘Yung sinasabi ko sa…

On December 6, Kapuso actor David Licauco shared his Christmas Plans with his family for 2023. At the media event for his endorsement of the mobile phone brand OPPO, which LionhearTV covered, Licauco remarked that his family would be following their family tradition of going to Hong Kong for the holidays. “I’m going to Hong Kong with my family, it has been a tradition of us for every year, so ngayon mag-Hong Kong kami and of course, dadalhin ko ‘yung OPPO para makapag-take kami ng pictures.” Aside from his Christmas plans, Licauco also discussed how the mobile phone brand helped…

On November 29, Actor Jao Mapa admitted that he had regrets when he left showbiz. At the media conference for ‘Para Kang Papa Mo,’ which LionhearTV covered, Mapa remarked how his showbiz journey came full circle when he returned to the entertainment industry after leaving in the early 2000s. “I left showbiz–the year 2000 or 1999– I had regrets [after that.] Pero now, masasabi ko na I don’t have regrets. I’ve come full circle, tuwang-tuwa ako sa nangyayari sa buhay ko ngayon. I’ve got a family, [I’ve got] these awesome projects coming up. So, kids are starting to notice Gwapings.…

On December 4, Kapuso Primetime couple Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera discussed their views about the challenges married couples face. At the media conference for ‘Rewind,’ which LionhearTV covered, Dantes acknowledged that he and Rivera also went through challenges in their marriage like any other couple. “Oo naman, lahat naman ng mga couples ay nagkakaroon ng challenges di ba sa kanilang relationship. Ganon din kami, actually, early on pa.” However, thanks to their values, including respect, love, and faith in God, the Kapuso couple overcame challenges early in their marriage. “Pero, dahil matibay ‘yung ano–‘yung respeto namin sa isa’t-isa, ‘yung pagmamahal,…

On December 21, the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines released a statement regarding the 30-day suspension of SMNI, per the order of the National Telecommunications Commission. On their Facebook page, NUJP, while acknowledging their issues with SMNI’s known red-tagging and peddling disinformation, highlighted the dangers of ‘attempts to weaponize the law and muzzle media.’ They posted an art card titled “As Dangerous Then as It Is Now.” The post further reads, “Media workers have the right to feel vindicated or even celebrate these developments, but we cannot lose sight of how these moves used against ABS-CBN, Bulatlat, and PinoyWeekly.” NUJP…

On December 15, comedienne Kakai Bautista shared her reaction to Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla’s split.  At the media event for ‘When I Met You in Tokyo,’ which LionhearTV covered, Bautista urged people to give the former couple space, noting that what they were going through would help their growth. “Iwan na natin sa kanila ‘yun, for their growth as individuals din. Sa friendship nila, kasi nakita ninyo naman di ba? Friends pa rin sila. Grabe naman ‘yun, and mahal natin sila.” She then described Bernardo as a ‘strong and classy woman’ with the way the Kapamilya star had been…

On December 13, actor Matteo Guidicelli recounted his four-year training for ‘Penduko’ after getting the role from James Reid. At the media conference for ‘Penduko,’ which LionhearTV covered, Guidicelli detailed how he began training right after he got the role in the Metro Manila Film Festival movie. “Yes, we actually trained for arnis four years ago when /this was/ passed on to me from James Reid. Original siya di ba? So Direk Jason also. So, we started training already–four years ago ‘yun di ba?  “We’re excited to start the movie four years ago, but may iba’t ibang factors, nagpandemic, tumigil lahat,…