Author: RJ Mataro

On November 15, Asia’s Limitless Star Julie Anne San Jose shared what audiences can expect with the second part of her Limitless Musical Trilogy: Heal. During the media conference for the Limitless Part 2: Heal, Julie Anne described the second installment of her concert event as having more energy. “Mas may puso kasi ‘yung first part. Itong second part naman, I think mas may energy. Mas fun, mas energetic. Para siyang celebration. And, it’s full of mystery.” She then shared details and challenges about one of the highlights in the concert, which is the piano in the middle of a…

On November 16, Kapuso actor Jason Abalos said God has a bigger plan for people when asked about his career path as a dramatic actor. During the media conference for his contract renewal with GMA Artist Center, Abalos admitted that he wanted to become a comedian. “Natutuwa ako kasi hinahayaan akong mag-explore sa ibang linya ng pag-arte. Kasi nung nagsisimula talaga ako gusto kong maging komedyante. “Dramatic roles, ewan ko kasi baka dahil lagi akong napapaiyak sa mga TV eh.” He also cited his influences as to why he wanted to become a comedian when he entered showbiz. “Ina-idolize ko…

On November 15, the nine-piece band Ben&Ben revealed why they believe it’s the perfect time to mount their online concert.  During the media conference for Kuwaderno: A Ben&Ben Online Concert, one of the band’s lead vocalists, Paolo, said it had been a long time coming to launch their first major concert. “Well, ang tagal na naming gustong mag-major concert. It’s been a long time coming. Of course, much more so, when we dropped our sophomore album, ‘yung Pebble House Vol. 1 Kuwarderno.  “‘Yung online concert we took it from the message of the songs. And since Vol. 1 Kuwaderno is…

On November 15, Asia’s Limitless Star Julie Anne San Jose revealed how Rayver Cruz joined the team for Limitless Musical Trilogy Part 2: Heal. During the media conference for the concert event, Julie Anne said they listed featured artists before selecting the Kapuso artist, and she’s glad that Rayver agreed. “To be honest, nung una nag-list down kami ng mga possible featured artists. And we all agreed na isama din si Rayver, since he’s like one of my closest friends talaga. Like sa work, and even sa life. And he’s such a good friend. “Hindi ba much better kapag may…

On November 16, Kapuso actor Jason Abalos shared his thoughts on actors who faded away from showbiz. During the media conference for his contract renewal with GMA Artist Center, Abalos recalled seeing actors ’90s who disappeared from showbiz. “Nagsimula ako sa showbiz 2004, nakita ‘yung mga artists noong ’90s. Nakikita ko sila, sabi ko, bakit ganito ‘yung nangyari.” He added that he wants to be like the late Eddie Garcia and the seasoned actor Albert Martinez who retained their longevity in showbiz. “Sabi ko, hindi pupwedeng ito ‘yung mangyari sa akin sa showbiz. Gusto ko maging Eddie Garcia ako, gusto…

With the series finale of Legal Wives from GMA Network and Huwag Kang Mangamba from ABS-CBN, new TV shows are airing starting November 15 and are facing off for the top primetime spot. These TV shows are I Left My Heart in Sorsogon and Viral Scandal. I Left My Heart in Sorsogon features Heart Evangelista as Celeste, a fashion designer and socialite engaged to Tonito, brought to life by Richard Yap. The series offers up the sights and tastes of Sorsogon in a Romance-Drama filled with a dash of fashion-filled visuals. Viewers will follow Celeste’s journey in her hometown as…

On November 12, Star Magic Head Direk Lauren Dyogi addressed netizens who expressed concerns with the Pinoy Big Brother Voting rules, which changed during the run of the reality TV show. Via Twitter, a netizen reacted to the sudden change in voting mechanics and the apparent zeroing out of previous votes sent by the audiences. Dyogi addressed the netizen, noting that they didn’t zero out the votes. https://twitter.com/direklauren/status/1458824552314671105 He also pointed out that the Kapamilya network encountered difficulties during the first week of nominations which impeded the implementation of their new voting mechanics. https://twitter.com/direklauren/status/1458827222119182340 He also addressed another netizen with…

On November 13, Netizens reacted to Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque’s failed bid for a seat in the United Nations International Law Commission. The Philippine Government nominated Roque, a lawyer by profession, for one of the eight seats allotted for the Asia Pacific region in the ILC. However, he received the least votes, with only 87 out of 191 members favoring his bid. As a result, netizens went on social media to post their reactions to Roque’s failed bid. https://twitter.com/earlprincebasil/status/1459452593575321600 https://twitter.com/cher_jonel/status/1459298128331296769 https://twitter.com/febbled/status/1459381434255245312 https://twitter.com/atoyyni/status/1459223618785792005 Some of the netizens even recalled Roque’s “toothless tiger” remark against the UN in 2019. https://twitter.com/IamCharotism/status/1458091144370429977 Other’s thanked…

On November 11, Viva’s new Pinoy Pop Girl Group, Litz, said they want local recognition and shared their goals to go global. Their members consist of Heart Ryan Evangelista (19), Ashtine Olviga (22), Bianca Santos (20), Fatima Añonuevo (20) and Yumi Garcia (18). Teacher Georcelle also described each of the members of LITZ. During the media conference for LITZ’s song Natataranta, Heart and Fatima detailed their goals in the next three years. “For me, I think we want to establish– by three years, establish–we want the people to get to know us. The Philippines, at least,” said Heart. “Another thing that…

On November 11, singer-actor Janno Gibbs expressed his dismay over his canceled guesting in ‘It’s Showtime’ for his superhero movie, Mang Jose. On his deleted Instagram post, Gibbs revealed about his canceled guesting on the noontime show. “Was scheduled to guest on Showtime today to promote Mang Jose. But the guesting was canceled last night.” He then recalled what happened in 2019 wherein he alleged that the network didn’t include him in the promotions of his movie “Sanggano, Sangggago’t Sanggwapo.” “Hanggang ngayon pa ba naman ABS? Nung Sanggano part 1 alam nyo bang si Andrew at Dennis lang ang pinayagan…

On November 10, Kapamilya actress Janine Gutierrez said she’s the type of person who would give a lot of second chances in love. During the media conference for the second season of Marry Me Marry You, Gutierrez described herself as someone who wants to love with no regrets. “Yes, oo. Ako yung type na sasagarin ko parang in the end walang regrets at nasabi ko na ginawa ko lahat. Parang that way mas madali din, if ever, you have to move on. Na parang you did everything, binigay mo lahat and nagmahal ka ng todo, para no regrets.” Later on,…

On November 11, Eraserheads frontman Ely Buendia surprised presidential candidate and current Vice President Leni Robredo with a vinyl album of his band. On Robredo’s Twitter account, she thanked Buendia for the surprise and the gift. She then noted that that members of her staff are fans of Eraserheads. https://twitter.com/lenirobredo/status/1458800427722424323?s=20 In August 2021, Buendia responded to netizens asking about the reunion concert of the iconic Filipino band. Among his responses were “Pag nag reunion 4 of spades,” “Jesus should come back,” and “Pag tumakbo si Leni.” https://twitter.com/elybuendia9001/status/1442679897101516804 https://twitter.com/elybuendia9001/status/1442679462533816321 https://twitter.com/elybuendia9001/status/1442676556065693700 His responses trended on social media, especially because one of his…

On November 9, Mega Star Sharon Cuneta said she’s honored to be part of the long-running Kapamilya series, FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano. During the media conference, Sharon shared how she accepted the offer and her role in FPJAP right away. “It’s also a dream come true, kasi makakasama mo, you know, you’re in a position to say, wag na muna magpapahinga na lang ako sa bahay kasi mahirap mag-taping tapos on location pa. Pero ito talagang, ‘Oh my God, this is Ang Probinsyano, you cannot say no ‘to. So it’s really an honor for me to be part of the cast.”…

On November 10, Kapamilya artists Paulo Avelino and Janine Gutierrez reacted to Marry Me Marry You receiving Kapuso support. During the media conference for the second season of Marry Me Marry You, Avelino said it does not matter whether their viewers are from different networks while echoing ABS-CBN’s motto. “Parang ang ABS-CBN, parang in the service of the Filipino people, parang akin, di naman po nagma-matter kung Kapamilya, Kapuso, Kapatid, or kung Korea-novela or ‘yung Hollywood movies ‘yung trip mo.” He also noted their show is for Filipinos anywhere in the world. “As long as you’re a Filipino anywhere in…

On November 5, Kapuso style icon Heart Evangelista listed the international opportunities she sacrificed for her upcoming Kapuso series I Left My Heart in Sorsogon. During the media conference for I Left My Heart in Sorsogon, Evangelista said she sacrificed a meeting with Vogue Editor in Chief Anna Wintour, a dinner with Chaumet, and events like Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet for the teleserye. “Sacrifices, so much, actually one thing that I missed was meeting Anna Wintour. I was supposed to meet her in her office, and I was supposed to go to the Cannes Film Festival for the High…

On November 9, Megastar Sharon Cuneta revealed why she didn’t want to work in teleseryes before joining FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano. During the media conference, Cuneta said she didn’t want to do teleserye because of the long work hours. “Lagi kong inaayawan talaga dahil ‘yung magge-guest ako sa Maalaala [Mo Kaya], hindi ko kinakaya ‘yung morning to morning, nagmememorya ka. Alas singko ng umaga, paiiyakin ka or sisigaw ka pag dramatic ‘yung eksena.  “‘Yung tuloy-tuloy yung araw. Para kang gumagawa ka ng pelikula na usually shinoshoot mo between a month to six months depende sa director, tapos biglang ginagawa mo in…