Author: RJ Mataro

On January 17, Kapamilya star Alexa Ilacad remarked that she felt proud to see her on-screen partner, KD Estrada, grow as an artist with their role in Pira-Pirasong Paraiso. At the media conference for Pira-Pirasong Paraiso finale, which LionhearTV covered, Ilacad highlighted her partner’s growth with their first teleserye project as a love team. “It’s just another first for the two of us together. So, I’m [very] happy–I’m very proud of [him] because it is [his] first teleserye ever, period–first-ever. So, I’m just happy watching him grow, and I discovered so much about him, [about myself, and about] how we work together that…

On January 16, Kapamilya actor Paulo Avelino discussed what it was like being blind in love. At the media event for the teleserye version of Linlang, which LionhearTV covered, Avelino remarked that it was normal for some to become blind in love, especially for their significant others. “Ganon naman siguro, when you love someone, you try to love them fully. So wala.” He also noted that he may have given his all when falling in love with someone. Aside from discussing his views about love, Avelino also detailed some of his character’s defining moments in Linlang, especially being a father. “Defining moment of my…

On January 10, Kapamilya star Donny Pangilinan detailed his hands-on involvement with their movie ‘Good Game (GG) The Movie.’  At the media event for the upcoming movie ‘Good Game (GG) The Movie,’ which LionhearTV covered, Pangilinan attested to his involvement in the project, alongside his sister Hannah, in ensuring the quality of their movie, particularly with their playable game. “Well, of course, since Hannah, my sister, is aboard. She is the creative producer–we really made sure na we wanted to make a movie that we would be proud of, and I think the game was a big part since we made…

On January 10, actress-director Laurice Guillen highlighted the audition process and concept behind Asawa ng Asawa Ko. At the media conference for Asawa ng Asawa ko, which LionhearTV covered, Guillen revealed that every lead actor for the teleserye went through the audition process for their respective roles. “Practically, all the lead roles ‘yung ano, na-audition, kasi nga ang hinahanap na napili– we had to find, first of all, ‘yung willingness ng artista, kasi ang lalim nito eh. Ang dami nilang mabibigat na pagdadaanan.”  She also discussed the storylines they have in store for the main characters portrayed by Jasmine Curtis-Smith, Liezel Lopez, and…

On January 14, CreaTV Management Inc. COO and social media influencer Norvin dela Peña highlighted how their company would help content creators with potential. During the media event for CreaTV’s B1G D4Y at The Barrington Place, Congressional Avenue in Quezon City, which LionhearTV covered, dela Peña first jokingly talked about how he accepted the role as COO of CreaTV Management Inc. “Sakto lang, sakto lang para makasampa kay misis.  “Tulad nga ng sabi ni Gavin, hindi ko rin alam kung anong ibig sabihin ng COO na ‘yun, pero medyo maganda siyang pakinggan kaya ina-accept ko ‘yung role.” He also explained that he accepted…

On January 11, Bigo Philippines Country Manager Ian G emphasized the social media platform’s focus on families and talents rather than influencers. At the Bigo Philippines Awards Gala 2023, which LionhearTV attended, Ian G cited how the users of Bigo Live Philippines forged online and offline connections through their communities. “We don’t like to use the word influencers because we are celebrating [also]–some of them [the] top families. So what are families? No other apps have the concept of families– families are– there’s a family leader who organizes, they have like 2000 members, how you organize games together, online events…

On January 16, Kapamilya stars Paulo Avelino and Kim Chiu shared their views about long-distance relationships. At the media event for the teleserye version of Linlang, which LionhearTV covered, Avelino said that he could make a long-distance relationship work but would prefer to get into one. “Given the chance, sana hindi, pero kung wala talagang choice, I would make it work, parang ganon.” Chiu remarked it would depend on how much she loved her significant other. “Ako, ano naman depende naman kung gaano mo kamahal ‘yung isang tao. Kung willing kang mag-antay. Kung willing ka. Pero, least na ‘yun sa pwede kong…

On January 5, Kapuso stars Elle Villanueva and Derrick Monasterio highlighted how easy it was for them to work together as a real-life couple. At the media conference for ‘Makiling,’ which LionhearTV covered, Villanueva highlighted the advantages of working with her real-life beau in the Kapuso series. “Fortunately, madali po siya para sa akin. Wala pa naman po akong disadvantage na nakikita, except sa maghihintayan pa kami kapag hindi pa tapos ‘yung eksena.  “So, I think malaking advantage po kasi we’re very open with each other. We are very straight forward in terms of our work. So kapag may nakikita kaming…

On January 16, comedic actor-turned-director Janno Gibbs revealed how Ronaldo Valdez’s passing affected their family. At the media conference for Itutumba ka ng Tatay Ko, which LionhearTV covered, Gibbs admitted that they find comfort in their family and avoid being alone as they process their father’s passing. “Well, family is the best comfort. Medyo sa ngayon, kami, hindi kami–hindi kami pwedeng mapag-isa. So kailangan kung nasan ‘yung isa, dadamayan at sasamahan mo. Hindi pa kami– wala pa kami sa stage na ‘yun eh. So hindi kami pwede mag-isa. So kailangan magkakasama kami.” He addressed the ‘bashing’ he got after their recent trip…

On January 17, actress Max Eigenmann hoped her role in the international film Raging Grace would open more opportunities for her. During the red-carpet premiere of Raging Grace, which LionhearTV covered, Eigenmann talked about her hopes of getting more international projects after landing the role in the international film. “Not yet, but I’m counting on it.”  She also maintained that she’s open to work on local and international projects. “Absolutely, I’m super open to opportunities. It was such a fun experience, and I would like to experience it again–yes, definitely, local and international pareho.” She then discussed the audition process and production for…

On January 11, Roadtrip stars Janice de Belen, Gelli de Belen, Carmina Villaroel, and Candy Pangilinan discussed their views about friendships that come and go. At the media conference for Roadtrip, which LionhearTV covered, Gelli acknowledged that there are friendships that don’t have deep enough connections to make them last. “Minsan kasi parang may mga nakakasama tayo sa trabaho na we feel we’re really close, and then we move on to our next project parang nawawala ‘yung closeness. Siguro baka mamaya, the connection is not as deep as you want it to be or as it should be, so maybe hindi lang talaga. And…

On January 12, actor Eric Ejercito recounted the career advice he received from his father, ER Ejercito. At the media event for the upcoming movie The Guardian, which LionhearTV covered, Ejercito remarked that his father reminded him to always ‘autograph his work with quality.’ “He always has this motto [where] I should autograph my work with quality. So, whatever I do, I give it my best and quality.” As for his role in the movie, Ejercito would take on the local male lead for The Guardian. As for his acting experience, Ejercito appeared in short films, such as Unconditionally and Kung ako si Asiong.  He also…

On January 14, It’s Showtime Expecially For You’s Kyosu Guinto and Jaja Disuanco discussed how they plan to handle fans pushing them to get back together. During the AsterisK Entertainment Kick-Off 2024 event at the Cities Events Place in Quezon City, which LionhearTV covered, Jaja first clarified that she and Kyosu remained friends after their breakup. “We’re just friends po talaga, ‘yun nga po katulad ng sinabi namin before, go with the flow lang. Sa mga pangyayari, kung ano ‘yung sa aming dalawa. Pero, ‘yun nga po napakilala ko na po siya sa parents ko and di na lang po namin alam…

On January 14, Capinpin Brothers’ Gavin Capinpin, known as Ser Geybin, recounted his early years on platforms such as YouTube and Vines and how his life changed from being a teacher to a content creator. During the media event for CreaTV’s B1G D4Y at The Barrington Place, Congressional Avenue in Quezon City, which LionhearTV covered, Capinpin declared that he doesn’t consider himself and the rest of the Capinpin Brothers as popular despite having millions of followers. “Sa popular po parang hindi pa rin po kami sanay. Kasi hindi namin tinitignan ‘yung sarili naming ganon. Ganon pa rin kami, kumakain sa karinderya, and di kasi siya…

On January 17, young artist Xia Vigor remarked how thankful she was that her mom took them to Mindoro amid the pandemic. At the media conference for Itutumba ka ng Tatay Ko, which LionhearTV covered, Vigor said her mom’s decision allowed her to enjoy her life in the province. “Well, actually, after po ng Miracle in Cell No. 7, noong nag-pandemic po, nag-decide ‘yung mommy ko na pumunta muna kami ng province, which is I’m very grateful sa decision niya na ‘yun. Kasi, parang noong bata kasi siya, may mga experiences siya like climbing trees, na nakapag-bike ka around the village, ‘yung…

On January 10, actress Jasmine Curtis-Smith emphasized how love is worth fighting for. At the media conference for Asawa ng Asawa ko, which LionhearTV covered, Curtis-Smith highlighted how she would fight for her relationship by showing how she loves her partner. “Yes, it’s always worth fighting for, especially kapag alam mong may chance ka pa. Pero– I will always fight for love and not just ‘yung laban na may kaaway but parang sa lahat ng aspeto ng buhay ko, gagawan ko ng paraan at gagawan ko ng oras ang pagmamahal.” She then talked about her takeaways and realizations while doing the series.…