Author: Ron Mia

Hello, Love, Goodbye breaks the record as top-grossing Pinoy film in 2019. KathDen movie unites rival networks and fandoms Amid dismal performance of Filipino movies in the box office this year, Star Cinema’s Hello, Love, Goodbye has brought new hope for the Philippine cinema. Raking in 34.5 million pesos on its first showing day, the movie now holds the record for this year’s highest-grossing film on an opening day. Compared to Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards’s previous films, Hello, Love, Goodbye followed KathNiel’s The House of Us which earned 35.9 million on its first day. Meanwhile, Alden’s movie with his…

Agot Isidro blasts absenteeism in Congress. Netizens agreed with Agot, slammed normal low attendance of Congress. Singer-actress Agot Isidro took a pot shot at the attendance of Congressmen at the plenary. In a tweet, Isidro, who is a known Duterte critic, shared a picture of the House of Representative’s plenary hall with its seemingly low number of people. https://twitter.com/agot_isidro/status/1156759087935156224?s=19 Isidro slammed politicians for always being present during election period even for other extra-curricular activities but always absent during sessions. “Eto and mambabatas ninyo. Kapag kampanya, present sa lahat ng kasal, binyag, libing at kumpil. Kapag naitalaga na at kailangan magtrabaho,…

Nang Ngumiti Ang Langit wins pre-noontime. Eat Bulaga wins noontime variety show rivalry. Just like primetime, noontime is another timeslot that is heavily contested. And for the week of July 22 to 26, 2019, both networks emerged victorious in pre-noontime and noontime programming. ABS-CBN’s Nang Ngumiti Ang Langit continues to dominate the pre-noontime programming. The Kapamilya light family drama outscored Kapuso rival Kapuso Movie for the whole week to take the throne of the pre-noontime timeslot. Nang Ngumiti Ang Langit scored highest on Thursday, July 25, leading Kapuso Movie by 3.5% at 7.9% vs 4.4% respectively. It is when Michael,…

Star Cinema’s latest offering Hello, Love, Goodbye has given Philippine cinema new positive energy. On its opening day Wednesday, July 31, the Kathryn Bernardo-Alden Richards movie has grossed a whopping 34 million pesos in box office receipts. This is a shot in the arm for the Filipino movie industry which is suffering very much from foreign competition. Since the start of 2019, the majority of the local films released in cinemas have fared miserably at the box office. A few exceptions were LizQuen’s Alone/Together which earned 370 million at the box office, Charo Santos and Bea Alonzo’s Eerie which generated…

On Monday’s (July 29) episode of It’s Showtime, Vice Ganda said that the Idol Philippines franchise is the best in Asia. Just right after their opening number, Vice said Freemantle has praised Idol Philippines for being the best among all Idol franchises in Asia. However, there is no official word or press release coming from Freemantle about it. Idol Philippines concluded its first season last Sunday, July 28 with the crowning of its first champion Zephanie Dimaranan. But while one of its judges claimed Idol Philippines is the best in Asia, several controversies and criticisms were thrown at the show…

Derek Ramsay asked Andrea Torres to accompany him to China. Andrea Torres shared her China experience with Derek Ramsay. The Better Woman lead star Andrea Torres accompanied her co-star Derek Ramsay on his trip to China. Last week, Derek and Andrea went to Shanghai, China for Derek’s Frisbee competition, the 2019 Asia Oceanic Ultimate and Guts Championships. Derek invited his The Better Woman leading lady to join him on his trip to China for his frisbee competition where he was part of the Philippine team. During the trip, Andrea couldn’t help but fangirl over her leading man. Andrea proudly shared…

Gerald Anderson still quiet about the controversy involving him and Julia Barretto. Gerald Anderson still has no statement about breakup with Bea Alonzo. Gerald Anderson has remained silent regarding the controversy involving him, Julia Barretto, and Bea Alonzo. More than a week after the issue regarding his alleged breakup with Bea Alonzo and being romantically linked with Julia Barretto, the Kapamilya actor remains mum and has yet to issue a statement. On July 21, Bea Alonzo started liking social media posts about Gerald Anderson and Julia Barretto’s extracurricular activities. It was also that day when Bea posted a cryptic message…

Mark Baustista said Studio 7 ratings improved in new timeslot. PBB is still timeslot winner vs Studio 7 according to Kantar Media. Did Studio 7 ratings fare better with their new timeslot? In an article by Gorgy Rula for Philstar.com, host Mark Bautista was asked about speculations that the Kapuso musical show was about to end. According to Rula, Mark was unaware of it, saying the show has fared better when it transferred to their new timeslot. Based on the available data from AGB NUTAM People’s ratings, Studio 7 won with its first episode in their new timeslot. Studio 7…

Julia Barretto had wished for her first onscreen kiss to be with Gerald Anderson. Netizens taunt Julia for a dream come through. Netizens resurrected a four-year-old tweet by ABS-CBN about whom Julia Barretto wanted her first onscreen kiss to be with. Social media especially Twitter has since gone wild with many netizens taunting that Julia’s dream came true. Gerald Anderson happened to be Julia’s first onscreen kiss via their latest movie Between Maybes. Social Media influencer @Senyora led the pack of netizens who taunted Julia for the “fulfillment of a prophecy.” “Natupad na ang propesiya,” she tweeted. https://twitter.com/Senyora/status/1155067985108721664 Other netizens…

Nadine Lustre continues to be blessed with projects. Nadine Lustre set to judge ABS-CBN’s Your Moment. Nadine Lustre seems to be busier than ever. After bagging three best actress awards from Gawad Urian, FAMAS, and Young Critic Circle for the movie Never Not Love You, Nadine has more movies and projects lined up for her. Nadine’s latest film Indak is set to premiere on August 7, 2019. The dance musical film under the direction of Paul Basinillo also features Sam Concepcion and Julian Trono. After Indak, Nadine was supposed to be part of the Metro Manila Film Festival 2019 entry…

Matteo Guidicelli replaces James Reid Viva has chosen Matteo Guidicelli as the new Pedro Penduko. Matteo Guidicelli has been chosen as the new Pedro Penduko, replacing James Reid. In an article by Vinia Vivar for Philstar.com, she said the Viva has finally chosen James Reid’s replacement for the classic character of Pedro Penduko. Citing an anonymous source, Vivar said Matteo was the lucky one to be reprising the iconic Pinoy comic hero. According to the source, Guidicelli was a shoo-in for the movie because he’s already physically fit and needs just a little training for the role. Viva has yet…

Julia Barretto follows Pia Wurtzbach’s Instagram account. Julia and Pia were both accused as a third party in Bea Alonzo and Gerald Anderson relationship. Julia Barretto has started following Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach on Instagram. Julia seemed taken the cue from Pia’s latest cryptic post on Twitter. On Wednesday, July 24, Pia shared a generic encouragement post on Twitter which can be taken as a message of support. https://twitter.com/PiaWurtzbach/status/1153913717987217408?s=19 The next day, Julia was seen following Pia’s Instagram account. The two share something in common in reference to the man of the hour, Gerald Anderson. Currently, Julia is in…

Goin’ Bulilit set to end after 14 years. Goin’ Bulilit head writer confirmed the show is down to its last two episodes. ABS-CBN’s longest-running kiddie gag show Goin’ Bulilit is set to bid goodbye after 14 years on air. In a teaser aired on ABS-CBN, Wednesday (July 24) night, Goin’ Bulilit will have its last two episodes. The news was also confirmed by the show’s head writer Josel Garlitos via an Instagram post. https://www.instagram.com/p/B0U3RnkBFrG/ In his post, Garlitos asked netizens and followers of the 14-year old show to share their #KwentongBulilit. “Mga graduates, cast, staff, crew, mga manonood at sa…

Nueva Ecija Rep. has refiled ABS-CBN franchise renewal. ABS-CBN franchise renewal is hoping to pass now after refiling. The bill that aims to renew ABS-CBN’s franchise has been refiled in the House of Representatives. Rep. Micaela Violago of the 2nd District of Nueva Ecija who initially filed the bill in the 17th Congress in 2016 has refiled the bill one day after the opening of the 18th Congress. The bill seeks to renew ABS-CBN franchise for another 25 years. Under the bill, Violago cited ABS-CBN’s accomplishments and its capital requirement to continue operations thus the need for immediate renewal of…

Kris Aquino praised Duterte’s 2019 SONA. Kris Aquino admired Duterte’s authenticity. Queen of all media Kris Aquino has once again showed her admiration for President Rodrigo Duterte. In a Facebook post right after Duterte’s 4th State of the Nation Address, Kris was all praises for the president’s “authenticity”. “Kaya sana, tumulad na lang tayo sa pagka AUTHENTIC ni presidente Duterte, hindi nagyayabang, direcho magsalita,” Kris wrote. Aquino also added that she admired Duterte’s humility to admit his mistakes and shortcomings. “Bakit yung pinaka makapangyarihan kayang umamin sa taong bayan na marami pang dapat ayusin? Matapang na umamin in 35 years…

Lauren Dyogi explained netizens concerns regaring PBB Otso’s Big Night. Netizens slammed PBB for unfair prizes and money making schemes. Pinoy Big Brother director Laurenti Dyogi took to social media to answer accusations and allegations about PBB’s latest edition. #BoycottPBB trended on Twitter, containing netizens’ allegations and accusations about PBB’s unfair “business practices.” Netizens slammed PBB management for unfair cash prizes for the housemates and the high ticket prices for the Big Night. Twitter user @oneunknownfan started the #BoycottPBB thread detailing the allegations against PBB. https://twitter.com/oneunknownfan/status/1151511771787567105 The netizen questioned PBB’s decision to crown Ultimate Big 4 as opposed to the…