Author: RJ Mataro

On September 27, Hoy Love You Cast Brenna Garcia, Keanna Reeves, Hasna Cabral, Roxanne Guinoo, and Carmi Martin shared their thoughts on the concept of a blended family during an exclusive interview with RAWR Nation. Brenna revealed she came from a broken family and shared her personal experiences about having a blended family.  “Galing po kasi ako sa broken family. ‘Yung Mommy ko po, noong bata pa po ako, naghiwalay po sila ng Papa ko.  “Noong nakilala niya po ‘yung naging daddy po nung sisters ko, ‘yun po ‘yung pinakamahirap na part sa akin is ‘yung tanggapin siya sa life…

On September 24, Kapuso artist Mikee Quintos admitted she’s shocked-face and excited for her first single, Just Enough, under GMA Playlist. During the media conference of the release of Just Enough, Quintos shared her reaction to her single release. “Di pa siya masyadong nagsi-sink in so nasho-shock face pa ako. Today lang na-release ‘yung preparation and everything, it got me really excited about. Today, hindi ko pa alam ‘yung ini-expect na ko na feeling. Hindi ko pa gine-gauge ‘yung, gusto ko muna matapos ‘yung day bago ako mag-react.” She also detailed how she picked out the song Just Enough from…

On September 28, Director Chad Vidanes reacted to people associating his success in directing with his mom ABS-CBN Chief Operating Officer Cory Vidanes. During the media conference for Maalaala Mo Kaya’s October 2021 episodes, Direk Chad said he has no problems with those types of comments. “To be honest po, sobrang dami ko pang dapat matutunan. Just starting off, I’m luckily na ‘yung mga nakatrabaho ko ay hindi rin ako napabayaan. And, ayun po parang ako, ayaw kong, I always tell myself na never stop learning talaga. Even if ano ba, no matter what people say.  “Na-appreciate ko rin po…

On September 25, Kapuso artist Kyline Alcantara admitted that she looks forward to working with Kapamilya actress Andrea Brillantes again. During her launch as the newest face of Ever Bilena, she said she missed working with her former Annaliza co-star. “Honestly, sobrang saya ko po. Kasi nami-miss ko din naman si Blythe eh. Ang tagal na naming hindi nagkakasama. And, ang tagal na rin naming hindi nagkakausap. So right now na nasa same brand kami sana magkaroon ng collaboration.  “Of course, I want to work with her soon again kasi until now pinaguusapan pa rin ‘yung Annaliza and until now,…

On September 24, Kapuso artist Mikee Quintos admitted feeling scared with her jump from acting to music during her single release, Just Enough. Quintos admitted her feeling scared when she released Just Enough, noting her fans pushed her to overcome her fear. “Motivation ko for this talaga fans, ‘yung fans, ‘yung support nila. Na– okay I don’t want to think na it’s corny, na people will say na palusot ko lang ‘yun, napangbigay ko lang ‘yun sa fans kasi totoong na-feel ko talaga siya for the fans. In a way na, last year 2020, or in my years in showbiz,…

ABS-CBN’s longest-running drama anthology, Maalaala Mo Kaya, has been on the air for 30 years. It first aired in May 1991, but what is the secret behind its longevity? On September 28, Maalaala Mo Kaya creatives shared their thoughts on why MMK lasted for 30 years. According to Director Raz De La Torre, MMK evolves as the times change. “I think one of the gifts that MMK is able to bring to the audiences is because nag-e-evolve din ‘yung show. Dahil tunay na buhay ng mga ordinary Filipinos ang napapanood natin lagi sa MMK, hindi nauubusan ng kuwento.” He also…

On September 28, Kapamilya artists Miles Ocampo and Michelle Vito shared details about their advocacies for voter registration in the upcoming 2022 elections. During the media conference for Maalaala Mo Kaya October 2021 episodes, Ocampo admitted that she feels frustrated with what’s happening in the country. “I know naman na hindi lang ako ang frustrated sa mga nangyayari for the past few weeks, months. And everytime na nanonood tayo ng news mas lalo mong nilu-look forward ‘yung botohan sa 2022.” However, Ocampo said she’s glad to see Gen Zs stepping up and exercising their right to vote. “And, dati kasi…

On September 24, Kapuso artist Mikee Quintos admitted her insecurities with her singing during her song release of Just Enough. Quintos recalled when she felt her insecurities when she recorded her GMA Playlist song. “Narealize ko po talaga na ang lakas ng insecurity ko sa singing, sa music ko. Parang akala ko din confident ako. Akala ko din kahit papaano, ano ba yan ang tagal ko na kumakanta sa buong buhay ko. Pero hindi pala ‘yung ganon palang attitude, ‘yun yung parang wall ko tinatago ko ‘yung insecurity ko sa music.” However, she clarified that she’s working through it. “So…

On September 24, Kapuso artist Mikee Quintos revealed that she’s very contented with her love life, noting that she doesn’t believe in labels.  During the release of her song, Just Enough, Quintos shared details about her love life and her current relationship status. “Okay naman po ako. I’m very contented.  “Parang ganon na din po, pero hindi pa talaga fully. Pero I’m taking my time talaga. I don’t believe in labels.” She also admitted her fascination with the Netflix series, Nevertheless. “Naging ano ka sa akin ‘yung atake nila sa show ng Nevertheless. It’s not a typical dream boy. It’s…

On September 22, actor Zanjoe Marudo shared how he handles intrigues and issues in his career during the media conference for his 15th anniversary in showbiz. Marudo said he made it a point not to do things he would regret in the future. “Hangga’t maari kasi hindi naman ako gumagawa ng pagsisihan ko. At balang araw magiging issue siya kung maapektuhan man ako bilang tao o artista, or ‘yung mga taong mahal ko sa buhay, hangga’t maari bago ako gumawa ng isang bagay, pinag-iisipan ko muna ‘yung consequences.  “‘Yung pwedeng mangyari pagkatapos. Kasi wala eh importante sa akin ang trabaho…

With the pandemic raging on, our artists have to settle for locked-in tapings to produce entertainment content. One of the benefits of locked-in filming is it improves relationship building among the cast of a series or a movie. And in some cases, these relationships blossom into romance.  Psychology defines this behavior as the Proximity principle, wherein individuals form interpersonal relations with those who are physically close to them. However, there are examples of relationships that end quickly after being formed during the locked-in tapings. An example is Kristoffer Martin and Liezel Lopez’s relationship. The two worked on the Kapuso revenge…

2021 is nearing its end in two months or so, and people have seen some of the most shocking network transfers among big stars in the entertainment industry. In January, Kapusos and Kapamilyas saw the actress Janine Gutierrez’s confirmation on her transfer to the Kapamilya network after months of speculations. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KiFpHxZZQ5c After her transfer, she started working on projects such as Maalaala Mo Kaya and now her own Kapamilya teleserye with Paulo Avelino in Marry Me Marry You. Then in April, seasoned actress Sunshine Dizon confirmed her transfer to the Kapamilya Network. It shocked many of her fans since the actress was…

On September 22, Kapamilya actor Zanjoe Marudo shared his thoughts about the longevity of his showbiz career as he celebrates his 15 years in the industry. Marudo said he loves and enjoys his career as an actor, which led to his 15th year in showbiz. “Siguro dapat talaga nag-e-enjoy ka sa ginagawa mo. Dapat laging i-make sure mo na parang, dapat you’re having fun habang ginagawa mo lahat ng projects, lahat ng trabaho mo. Tignan mo hindi ko namalayan na 15 years na pala ako sa industriya na ngayon ko lang na-realize na ganon katagal na.  “Siguro dahil nag-e-enjoy ako…

On September 23, comedian-host Vice Ganda echoed Dionne Monsanto’s viral tweet about people who post bible verses but support corrupt politicians. During the Madlang Pi-Poll segment of It’s Showtime, the segment co-host Teddy Corpuz discussed the poll question about the type of neighbor that people detest. And one of them was a “religious hypocrite.” Corpuz then recalled reading a quote from facebook saying it’s better to be kind than post bible quotes. The Unkabogable Star chimed in and echoed Dionne Monsanto’s tweet about people who post bible verses but supports corrupt officials. https://twitter.com/jepepips/status/1440938068924534785 Monsanto’s original tweet had similar content. However,…

On September 22, news surfaced that the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) is eyeing Kapamilya stars Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla, and Liza Soberano for the TV series adaptation of Noli Me Tangere.  Cultural Center of the Philippines President Arsenio “Nick” Lizaso said he wants millennial actors such as Bernardo, Padilla, and Soberano to star in the series. “I’m working on getting millennial actors so that our senior students can relate to the modern actors like Daniel Padilla, Kathryn Bernardo, and Liza Soberano. Nag-uumpisa na po ako ng pre-prod.” Noli Me Tangere (Touch Me Not) is a novel written by…

Senator Richard Gordon dared President Rodrigo Duterte on September 21, to do his worst to him as he did to ABS-CBN during the Senator’s opening remarks at the hearing of the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee on the alleged overpriced pandemic supplies. Senator Gordon alluded to alleged actions that President Rodrigo took against his perceived enemies, including ABS-CBN. “Quite frankly, Mr. President, you are boring. ‘Di ako natatakot sa inyo. ‘Di po ako duwag. Do your worst, as you did with the ABS-CBN. Do your worst like what you did to senator who was elected by the people. I know you…