Author: RJ Mataro

On August 31, actor Xian Lim expressed his hopes of having more projects with GMA Network during the media conference his upcoming project Love, Die, Repeat. Lim clarified that he’s still under Viva Management but admitted that he wants to work more with GMA Network after his upcoming teleserye. “I’m still managed by Viva, but I’m with GMA (Network) for Love, Die, Repeat but syempre po kung gusto pa po nila akong bigyan ng proyekto, mas tataas pa po ang nga ngiti ko.” Although he is currently under a per-project agreement with GMA Network, Lim has declared that he wants to…

On August 30, BGYO reacted to their song, The Baddest, reaching the number one spot on The Next Big Sound Billboard and beating KPop bands and other groups. During the DreamTwoGether media conference, BGYO Nate recalled how their group beat international artists in Billboard’s Next Big Sound Chart. “It feels amazing and very, very, very satisfying po because I know last time on Billboard’s Next Big Sound chart po we reached number 2 po. So we came back, and we got to take number 1.  “It feels /amazing because of our hardwork. it just shows on the chart, and it’s…

On August 27, Sony Music’s General Manager PH and Vice President Business Development Asia, Roslyn Pineda, revealed that the pandemic postponed Ben&Ben’s debut in the international music scene. During the media conference for Ben&Ben’s sophomore album release, Pineda recalled the group’s plans in 2020 before the pandemic hit. “Last year, we were all ready to fly to the US for what was Ben&Ben’s big debut on the world stage, South By Southwest. International bigwigs were set to be blown away by the electrifying live performance of the talented 9-piece of the Philippines.  “Alas, it was not meant to be. Instead,…

On August 27, viral Kapamilya singer Gigi De Lana expressed her excitement in becoming a regular performer on ASAP Natin ‘To during the media conference for her debut album and concert announcement. De Lana couldn’t contain the thrill when she heard the news that she’s already part of ASAP Natin To’s lineup of regular performers. She also wished that her bandmates in Gigi Vibes had the chance to perform alongside her on ASAP Natin To. “Ang sunod ko pong pangarap ko is if possible na kasi syempre ‘yung pandemic nga, ang daming RTPCR na nagaganap ngayong lumalala. Gusto ko pong…

The certified multi-platinum Filipino band Ben&Ben revealed how their fans Liwanag and Bubblies made their collaboration with DonBelle (Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano) possible, during the media conference for their sophomore album release, on Friday, August 27.  Bassist Agnes Reoma revealed that their fans pushed to have DonBelle included in the music video of their single, Upuan. She said their fans saw the similarities between the song and DonBelle’s teleserye, He’s Into Her. “Actually, it wasn’t us who decided. I think ang nag-initiate ay ‘yung mga fans namin, ‘yung Liwanag and Bubblies.  “Kasi they’ve been tweeting, posting, kahit ‘yung mga…

At the media conference for Click Like Share Season 2 on August 26, Kapamilya artist Maymay Entrata shared how she responsibly use social media. Entrata said she rarely uses social media and that she only promote positivity on her platform. “Alam siguro ng karamihan na di ako ma-social media. Siguro ang positive doon lagi kong pinipili ‘yung pinopost ko na kung saan nakakapagbigay ng positibo doon sa social media ko.” She takes into consideration before posting on her social media account. “Kapag alam ko pong nasa tama ako at wala naman po yata akong naibibigay na negatibo doon sa pinopost…

On August 27, Viral Kapamilya singer Gigi De Lana proudly shared her thoughts on plastic surgery during the media conference for her debut album and concert announcement. De Lana proudly shared her surgery while recalling the negative comments when she revealed it publicly. “Kasi, I’m proud na alam niyo ‘yun. I love myself. Tapos tatanungin nila na, ‘You love yourself pero nagparetoke ka ganyan, ganyan.’ Katawan niyo ‘to? Kayo nagparetoke? Sino kayo? Alam niyo ba ‘yung nangyari? “You love yourself; you enhance; you grow; you wanted to be the best version of yourself years ago.” She also clarified that she…

On August 26, Kapamilya artist Barbie Imperial said she now chooses battles on social media during the media conference for Click Like Share Season 2. Imperial first admitted that she often responds to bashers on social media.  “Ako po kasi kapag name-mention ‘yung name ko tapos alam ko po na hindi totoo, sumasagot kasi talaga ako agad dati. Pumapatol agad ako na na ‘huh hindi naman yang totoo.’ Tapos para ipagtanggol ‘yung sarili ko.” However, due to the pandemic, Imperial said she now prefers peace and chooses the battles she would fight on her platform.  “Pero dahil sa pandemic, parang…

On August 26, during the media conference of Click Like Share Season 2, Kapamilya artist Maymay Entrata revealed that her special someone has no social media account. A reporter asked Entrata about her previous conversation with her Call Me MayBi co-host Robi Domingo, wherein she revealed details about her special someone. Entrata answered, “Totoo wala siyang social media. Hindi po, wala lang po talaga social media, hindi lang ma-social media na tao.” She then added her thoughts on the Pinoy culture of courting among couples; she emphasized that she wouldn’t want to make the ‘first move.’ “Hindi, ayaw kong manligaw, bibigyan…

On August 26, during the media conference for Click Like Share Season 2, Kapamilya star Maymay Entrata said she’s happy for Kisses Delavin, who joined Miss Universe Philippines 2021.  Entrata expressed her support to her fellow Pinoy Big Brother Otso housemate. “Masaya ako para sa kanya, anytime kung gusto niyang kausapin ako, nandito lang ako para suportahan siya.  “Pinagpe-pray ko na sana maging successful ka at maging satisfied ka sa dream mo na ‘yan, sa pangarap mo naging beauty queen.”  Entrata then recalled her previous conversations with Delavin about her dreams of joining beauty pageants. “Kahit noong nag-artista na kami,…

On August 21, Kapuso actor Alden Richards denied rumors of having a teleserye project with the newly-welcomed Kapuso Bea Alonzo during the media conference for the season break of GMA Network’s teleserye, The World Between Us. Richards said he was only aware of a movie project with Alonzo. “Based on my knowledge po, movie pa lang po ‘yung pagsasamahan namin. And, wala pa naman pong naibibigay sa akin na word kung may gagawin kami na teleserye.” However, he doesn’t close his doors to the possibility of having a teleserye with the new Kapuso. “So titignan ko po kung ano pong…

Kapamilya artists Kiko Estrada and Heaven Peralejo recently revealed their relationship via Instagram after months of speculations by netizens. Looking back, Estrada was in a relationship with Devon Seron when he worked on the set of Bagong Umaga with Peralejo. However, Estrada and Seron broke up in February 2021, fanning the rumors that Peralejo had something to do with it. As a result, netizens can’t help but compare them to Kapamilya actors Gerald Anderson and Julia Barretto, one of the recent showbiz couples who made it official. However, is it fair to put them side by side? On August 24, Estrada…

On August 19, 2021, Viva has confirmed that they are preparing a project for Popstar Royalty Sarah Geronimo. And according to Viva Communications Inc.’s vice chairman/CEO Vincent del Rosario, it will be much bigger than the TALA Concert.  During the media conference for VivaMax, del Rosario said that Geronimo plans to have a live event with them. “Kasi nga nagpa-plano ‘yung ating live division ng special with our core ano, at the end of the year. But, yes, definitely, gagawa ng project si Sarah for us. Whether for Vivamax, or for Cinema or for both, mangyayari ‘yan.” He then shared…

On August 23, Kapuso actress Jasmine Curtis-Smith reacted to the possibility of having a ‘reel-to-real’ relationship with Alden Richards during a media conference for The World Between Us season break announcement. Curtis-Smith said that everything in life has a chance, and she would confirm it after the end of their teleserye. “Everything in life po may chance. Nasa sa atin lang po if we want to take the chance. So siguro sa ngayon will we take that chance? To be determined pa po.  “Tapusin ko po muna ‘yung show tapos balikan po natin ‘yung question.” She then shared the reason…

The COVID-19 pandemic changed several aspects of people’s lives, especially when the lockdowns began. Self-care had to take a backseat so people can focus on solving the global crisis brought by the virus. To help remedy this situation, Selsun Blue launched their initiative, Upside Down Class Pass, to help people stay fit and healthy with the help of experts through a series of online videos.  They are featuring experts such as NCCA Ani ng Dangal awardee, pole dancing champion and certified diet and nutrition coach Jamaica Jornacion; professional makeup artist, athlete, and certified fitness coach Jigs Mayuga; Certified fitness coach…

Several TV and film productions suffered during the recent reimplementation of enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) in Metro Manila. One of which is GMA Network’s The World Between Us, which resorted to a season break. On their two-part media conference on August 21 and 23, the cast, including Alden Richards, Jasmine Curtis-Smith, Tom Rodriguez, Sid Lucero, Kelley Day, Jaclyn Jose, Dina Bonnevie, and its director Dominic Zapanta shared their reactions to TWBU’s season break. Richards considers the season break as an opportunity for the creatives of the series to further improve on TWBU’s storytelling. “Hindi po kami frustrated, we’re very excited…