Author: RJ Mataro

On August 23, Kapuso actor Sid Lucero admitted that he is hoping to stay as a Kapuso during the media conference for The World Between Us season break. Lucero said he felt at home with GMA Network and looking forward to remaining with the Network. “Can I be honest? I don’t handle myself very well. And, I’m hoping now that I’m older, I can stay. I’m like a prodigal child, but I’m home.”  As for his current series, The World Between Us, showrunners announced that they are taking a season break because of the recent lockdowns during the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ).  …

On August 24, Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque announced that President Rodrigo Duterte has a ‘Bombshell’ statement for his recorded public address hours later. Some netizens reacted to his remark and poked fun at him on social media. Born To Be Wild host Kiko Rustia considered Roque’s remark as ‘Dumbshell’ instead of ‘Bombshell.’  https://twitter.com/kikorustia/status/1430323160692367360 PinoyAkoBlog also agreed to Rustia’s tweet. https://twitter.com/PinoyAkoBlog/status/1430325352195182594 Other netizens wrote that they prefer the all-girl dance group, Sexbomb Girls, instead of the supposed ‘Bombshell.’ https://twitter.com/AltABSCBN/status/1430177725344587782 https://twitter.com/jkmendozaa/status/1430182053409079302 https://twitter.com/yeyeyesuuung/status/1430178677854253057 Journalist Barnaby Lo inquired if Pres. Duterte would be revealing his SALN in the recorded public address. https://twitter.com/barnabychuck/status/1430171801192177684 Other netizens…

On August 22, Miss Universe Philippines 2021 made a buzz on social media after announcing the pageant’s top 50 because of its new format. Three of the delegates from the top 50 get to advance to the Top 30 through paid online voting via the Miss Universe Philippines app. This new selection process did not sit well with some Pinoy pageant enthusiasts. As a result, netizens shared their reaction, noting that it seems MUPH 2021 is all about the money now. Niccolo Cosme posted that MUPH’s new format makes money out of the candidates in the pageant. https://twitter.com/niccolocosme/status/1430190592462516225?s=20 Another netizen…

On August 23, Kapuso artist Kelley Day expressed gratitude for the positive feedback from televiewers of her breakout role in The World Between Us. During the media conference for the Kapuso teleserye’s season break announcement, Day admitted that it felt good receiving positive feedback for her performance. “The biggest break in my acting career, watching it back, I still can’t believe that it’s me. And, to be honest, when I watch my scenes nakaka-cringe. I guess I’m still self-critical about my performance, and that’s a good thing.  “It feels good to have the feedbacks. Especially that I really didn’t expect…

On August 21, Kapuso director Dominic Zapata admitted that The World Between Us deliberately adapted K-Drama fashion during the media conference for the season break of GMA Network teleserye. Zapata clarified that showrunners were heeding the audience’s feedback regarding Kapuso teleseryes. “Hindi naman parang, ‘yun talaga. That’s really the intention. I’ve heard it said once too often before. ‘Bakit hindi kayo gumawa ng parang K-Drama.’ At the same time may maririnig ka naman, ‘GMA naman gagawa ng Descendants of the Sun, gagawa ng Temptation of Wife, puro Korean adaptation lang.’  “Parang, ‘ano bang gusto niyo?’ So eto gagawa kami ng…

On August 21, 2021, Kapuso actor Alden Richards revealed the reason behind his weight loss during the media conference for the season break of GMA Network’s teleserye, The World Between Us. Richards confirmed that his physical change is part of an upcoming story arc in the Kapuso series after its return from its season break. “Makukulong kasi ako eh. I will be blamed for something that I have not done. I didn’t do a crime I didn’t do. And with that, ‘yun ‘yung pinaka naging dead end ni Louie.” He then recalled how he identified with his character’s current storyline…

On August 21, 2021, during the media conference for the season break of GMA Network’s teleserye, The World Between Us–multi-awarded actresses Dina Bonnevie and Jaclyn Jose revealed why they keep working amid the pandemic. Bonnevie said she wants to give hope to people amid the pandemic. “Sa gitna ng pademya, everybody’s suffering, everybody’s afraid and anxious pero you give people hope, you give people faith na, ‘wait its not the end. May bukas pa, may mangyayari. May magandang kahihinatnan ito.'” She also shared how she overcame the fear of the pandemic and switched it to a more productive task. “Sa…

At the contract renewal with GMA Network on August 16, 2021, the twins–Mavy and Cassy Legaspi admitted that they feel excited and scared about the prospect of working with their parents–Carmina Villaroel and Zoren Legaspi. Mavy said he looks forward to working with his parents, but Cassy admitted feeling scared. He then explained their parents would’ve treated them as artists rather than kids if they get a chance to work with each other. “Ako kasi hindi, kasi alam namin kapag trabaho, hindi na kami ‘yung ano. ‘Yung level of respect is not mother-son; or mother-daughter, or father and daughter; or…

On August 20, actress Bea Alonzo said that her transfer to GMA Network felt like everything’s falling into place.  During the 12th Anniversary special of BEAUTéDERM Corporation, Alonzo recalled her contract signing with GMA Network and how she felt about the new chapter in her career. “I have to say it felt surreal when I was signing the contract already. Kasi, imagine I was working for ABS-CBN for 20 years. And all of a sudden, I was signing a contract with GMA. It was a ‘big’ shift.  “It was a new chapter that will change my life possibly. “Parang mayroong…

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a significant shift in people’s lives. However, Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian Rivera only felt thankful because she had a lot of time with her husband, Dingdong Dantes, as she revealed it during the 12th Anniversary special of BEAUTéDERM Corporation. “This time na nagkaroon ng pandemya, ito ‘yung pagkakataon namin na hindi lumalabas ng bahay, at magkasama kami bente kwatro oras. So parang sa amin, parang very thankful kami na nangyari din sa amin ito. Na ‘ay pagmagkasama pala kaming dalawa hindi pa rin pala kami mag-aaway.” Rivera noted that their relationship at home during the…

On August 19, 2021, Viva confirmed that the upcoming projects for Anne Curtis-Smith have already been laid out.  During the media conference for Vivamax, Viva Communications Inc. vice chairman/CEO Vincent del Rosario shared details about Ciurtis-Smith’s upcoming horror series with Director Erik Matti “Si Anne has agreed to do an Erik Matti series. Wala lang doon sa reel kasi ‘yung reel kanina is bottom half of 2021.  “It’s a Q1 2022 project. It’s a series, it’s a horror series na si Erik Matti mismo ang magdi-direct.” He also detailed the actress’s upcoming concert project with Viva that includes a documentary-style…

On August 18, 2021, Pinoy music group The Juans shared their thoughts on the benefits and disadvantages of the COVID-19 pandemic to performers and artists. During the media conference for their single, Dulo, The Juans said the pandemic helped the group focus on creating music. “For me po in a way naapektuhan na mas nag-improve kasi po sobrang hindi po kami masyadong distracted sa labas na mundo, so mas nakapag-focus po kami sa art. And talaga pong mas nakita namin ‘yung mga parts na pwede pa po naming ma-improve,” said Japs. However, they admitted that the pandemic affected their livelihood as…

Kapamilya artist Maika Rivera revealed why FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano remains as the flag-bearer of Kapamilya shows. During an exclusive interview, Rivera gave her insights on FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano success over the years. “Nandiyan po ‘yung proof right. FPJ has been there for six years. Hindi siya tatagal ng ganon kung walang ginagawang sobrang ganda si sir CM, si direk CM. “We are listening to the audience po. Nakikinig po talaga ‘yung Probinsyano sa audience. This is really for the people. Probinsyano talaga is created, shot, and made, and taped for the people.” Rivera then shared how she broke the ice…

On August 19, 2021, phenomenal comedian Vice Ganda shared his stressful encounter when he tried to help someone. Vice hinted at his stressful experience on his Twitter account.  https://twitter.com/vicegandako/status/1428303249233174530 The comedian shared that he tried to help a person through non-financial means. However, the unnamed person ‘rudely’ asked for cash instead. https://twitter.com/vicegandako/status/1428300359609380870 He then criticized the unnamed person’s attitude. https://twitter.com/vicegandako/status/1428302066431135747 Vice has been known for his helpful nature, may it be his family or Its Showtime contestants. However, like any other person, Vice has his limits. Recently, he surprised his family during his sister’s birthday with a house and lot.…

On August 16, 2021, during their contract renewal for GMA Network, Mavy and Cassy Legaspi shared their dynamics as siblings. Mavy said they don’t limit themselves in their kulitan moments, but he noted that they remain responsible.  “Kaming dalawa, we do what we want to do.  “At the same time, maging responsible din naman but as artists wala kaming limit.” Cassy agreed to it with a fist bump saying, “ganda, ganda.” Mavy then explained that they often tease each other on-cam and off-cam. He also clarified that they are authentic and spontaneous when it comes to their fun-filled interaction as siblings.…

On August 18, 2021, Comedienne-host K Brosas reacted to the Php 10 Million Infinity Pool of the Philippines Port Authority via her Twitter account. In her Twitter post, Brosas referenced Thanos, the main antagonist of Marvel’s Infinity Saga. https://twitter.com/kbrosas/status/1427814313075437574 Earlier, The Commission On Audit flagged PPA’s lavish spending for the construction of a P10.835-million infinity pool and additional room in the Ports Management Office-Northern Luzon in San Fernando City, La Union. Some of her earlier tweets also called the rampant corruption of various departments in the PH government amid the pandemic. https://twitter.com/kbrosas/status/1427098906303746056 https://twitter.com/kbrosas/status/1425633750918909952 COA was recently called out by President…