Author: RJ Mataro

Alden Richard’s The World Between Us began airing this July 5, taking over Sanya Lopez’s First Yaya. Given its predecessor’s successful run, can this new Kapuso teleserye continue First Yaya’s success in ratings? During its finale on July 2, First Yaya ended with a 19.2% rating. Its highest recorded rating is from April 22, with 22.4%. The pilot episode began with a 23% rating with 19.6% on GMA Network and 3.4% from GTV and Heart of Asia. According to the latest reports, the pilot episode of The World Between Us only reached 13.9% for its ratings. As for its YouTube views,…

Kapamilya actress Charlie Dizon admitted hearing the title given to her as ABS-CBN’s Next Big Star–it boosted her confidence. During the interview for her upcoming iWanTFC series, My Sunset Girl, Dizon said that the compliment encouraged her even more. “Yeah, nakakalakas po ng loob kapag sinasabihan po ako ng ganon. Aaminin ko po nakakadagdag po s’ya sa confidence talaga.” She then shared feeling the pressure and grateful for the recognition she’s receiving.  “Hindi ko naman s’ya naririning super madalas. Na ‘yun ‘yung sinasabi sa akin. And, nakakakaba actually. Nakakapressure din. Pero ako kasi sobrang grateful ko sa lahat ng dumadating…

Seasoned actress Shamaine Buencamino commended ABS-CBN for not shortchanging when it comes to the safety of their employees despite its shutdown. During the media conference for the July episodes of Maalaala Mo Kaya, Buencamino lauded ABS-CBN for ensuring their safety in the production. “I’m just so proud of ABS-CBN. Considering what they went through, they still do not cut corners when it comes to being safe in production.” She highlighted that ABS-CBN did all of these protocols, despite the lack of finances. “‘Yung SOP nila talagang nakaka-proud considering there’s not a lot of ads now and they’re not as financially…

Maalaala Mo Kaya directors Jerry Lopez-Sineneng and Mae Cruz-Alviar shared their thoughts on the anniversary of the ABS-CBN’s shutdown this July 10. During the media conference for the July episodes of MMK, Direk Mae admitted, “Masakit pa din kahit one year na s’ya.” She then shared her motivations to keep moving forward. “But it’s not like iniinda mo ‘yung pain. Because what we got to do is move on and show them that you’re still standing. And, you’re doing this not just for yourself, but for everybody who’s still there and who still believes in us.” She also echoed the Kapamilya…

Kapamilya actress Iza Calzado recalled how the Kapamilya network thrived one year after its shutdown on July 10, 2020. During the media conference for the July episodes of Maalaala Mo Kaya, Calzado recounted taping for her series when ABS-CBN shut down in 2020. “Around this time last year was our first bubble taping for Ang Sa Iyo Ay Akin.” She then highlighted how the network survived and thrived for the past year without the franchise. “One year later, we’re still here and not just, of course, surviving but also I’d like to think that we’re thriving, really. Despite the loss…

Warner Music Philippines’ New Rising Artist Melizza recalled her journey into music. In an interview, she revealed that she started with music at a young age.  “I started with my music since I was a child. Kasi, I would write poems. That’s how I knew how to write mga songs po.” Melizza also revealed that her parents and grandparents had a hand in her interest in music.  “Sobrang na-expose po ako sa music ng grandparents ko, ng parents ko. From Moon River to Tears for Fears to the Pop Culture when I was a child. Syempre po nag-eevolve s’ya. Pero,…

Paolo Gumabao’s Lockdown shocked many of its audience during its special screening because of the number of frontal nudity spotted during the film’s runtime. Now comparing it with Netflix’s Sex/Life, it seems Gumabao’s film won the contest of frontal nudity by a mile. Sex/Life stunned its viewers less than 20 minutes into episode 3 with that infamous full-frontal shower scene of Adam Demos, who portrays Brad Simon. However, according to critics, Lockdown is littered with several full-frontal scenes from Gumabao that would overwhelm its audience. In comparison, it seems the 5-second full-frontal shower scene in Sex/Life couldn’t hold a candle…

Hannah Precillas shared how important it was for her when she received the title of Kapuso OST Princess. In an interview with Precillas, she admitted feeling overwhelmed with the title but considered it as a dream come true. “So yung first time ko magawa yun, grabe yung pagka-overwhelm ko sa nangyayari and then nadagdagan pa nung tinawag ako na OST princess, so parang dream come true po talaga para sa akin na nagsimulang mangarap lang.” For her mini-album release, Precillas recalled her mom’s advice amid negative comments about her career. “So masyado akong nadadala sa sinasabi ng iba na “uy…

Bea Alonzo’s transfer to GMA Network created a clamor; with some pointing out the former Kapamilya actress’s unfinished teleserye with her previous home network. But it seemed that the Kapamilya network has found Alonzo’s replacement for the TV series, Kahit Minsan Lang. According to showbiz news reporter Ogie Diaz, Kahit Minsan Lang plans to reshoot scenes involving Alonzo. “Ang alam ko Loi ang gagawin d’yan kasi nabuo na ‘yung one week episode ng kanilang teleserye ay magre-reshoot sila. And this time, wala na si Bea.” He also teased Alonzo’s replacement for the series. “Mapapalitan na ang character ni Bea. At…

Kapuso rom-com First Yaya recently aired its finale. The show held the highest rating during its run. However, did the finale fare well in the ratings? According to AGB Nielsen NUTAM survey, the series starring Sanya Lopez and Gabby Concepcion managed to leave with a bang as it pulled a 19.2% rating for its finale. During its final week, First Yaya had consistent ratings of 17% above, with 17.8% on June 28 and 17.9% on June 30, respectively. As for its online presence, the finale has 726,000 views on YouTube. Looking back to its pilot episode, First Yaya had a…

Hannah Precillas shared the struggles she faced because of her slow career path and how she overcame them. In RAWR Nation’s interview with Precillas, she recalled how the comments about her slow career affected her. “So masyado akong nadadala sa sinasabi ng iba na “uy bakit wala ka pang ganito?” “Uy bakit si ganito nakikita ko na, bakit ikaw wala?” So ako grabe po yung pressure sa akin, at nalungkot ako na parang, “oo nga, bakit ganon?” So masyado akong nagpadala sa sinasabi ng ibang tao.” She also admitted that she forgot her mom’s advice because of her struggle. “Nawala…

Actor-Singer Joao Constancia recalled how he became best friends with Iñigo Pascual. In an interview, Constancia shared how he and Pascual first met when he was still in BoyBand PH.  “I met Iñigo Pascual when I was in BoyBand PH. This was in 2017, coming from BoyBand PH did our first ASAP Performances. Iñigo went into the room and introduced himself to us. Sya, pa yung lumapit sa amin at sabi nya, “hey guys, I’m a fan of your show. I watch you guys. Congratulations.” Constancia then recalled how he got close with Pascual alongside fellow BoyBand PH alumnus Russel Reyes.  “And…

Some of the Former Kapamilyas who are already in GMA Network seem to piggyback on the attention that Bea Alonzo has been receiving after her transfer to the network. After months of speculations, Alonzo finally confirmed her transfer to GMA Network this June 30, 2021, after signing a contract to officially become a Kapuso. However, Kapamilyas expressed their vexation on social media, especially with Alonzo’s unfinished projects with ABS-CBN. As a result, some unnamed former Kapamilyas posted their thoughts on the issue, which didn’t sit well with some Kapamilya fans. Kapamilya fans are now asking, did these former Kapamilyas really…

Former Kapamilya actress Bea Alonzo made it official her being a Kapuso through a contract signing with GMA Network. However, how will an actress of her caliber impact the projects of other Kapuso talents? GMA Network, Senior Vice President for GMA Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable clarified that they already have projects lined up for every Kapuso talent. “Nakalatag na kami actually for the whole of next year. Na-distribute na namin nakapag-discuss na kami with the other artists of GMA kung ano ‘yung gagawin nila na mga soaps and other sitcoms and musicals.” Rasonable assured that Alonzo’s transfer has no…

Actress Bea Alonzo recalled her emotional goodbye with ABS-CBN president and CEO Carlo Katigbak. In the media conference for her contract signing with GMA Network, Alonzo revealed that she asked for Katigbak’s blessing before her transfer to the Kapuso network. “Definitely! In fact, when the deal was 99% final, it was the first time that I met them via zoom, my new bosses. The next day, I called my boss before in ABS, who was sir Carlo and I asked for his blessing.” She admitted that her goodbye was an emotional conversation. “S’yempre, it was a very emotional call. It…

TV host Toni Gonzaga revealed what happened to her sister Alex Gonzaga after getting terminated from her former show on ABS-CBN. In an interview with Wil Dasovich on his YouTube channel, SuperHuman, Toni revealed that Alex suffered depression after getting removed from her Kapamilya show. “Originally, si Alex, ‘yung YouTube channel n’ya was supposed to be our channel. I remember that. 2017 she was in my house, nasa dining area kami and wala na s’yang show. Tinangalan s’ya ng show sa network namin. She got so depressed. She was so down.” Thankfully, the girlfriend of Toni’s brother-in-law convinced Alex to…