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Sarah Geronimo and Cristine Reyes kiss and make up

Pop Star Princess Sarah Geronimo and actress Cristine Reyes finally ended their rift last March 20.

They kissed and made up at the backstage of ABS-CBN’s musical variety show “ASAP Rocks.” Sarah was the first one to approach Cristine and embraced her tightly and apologized to her for any misunderstanding. Cristine Reyes’ response was “O, sorry… Sorry rin.” Cristine also said sorry to Sarah’s mother, Divine. Their rift started when Sarah earned the ire of Cristine over the former’s joke that a sexy woman would also chase a guy who is a good dancer.

Azkals vs Palestine Live Streaming

The Philippine Azkals will take on the Palestine Al-Fusan (The Fighters) Wednesday around 3PM Myanmar time (5PM Manila time) in the AFC Challenge Cup Group Round at the Thuwana Stadium in Yangon, Myanmar.

The Azkals must win their last two football matches or at least win one match and draw the remaining other. ABS-CBN and the Philippine Football Federation tried asking permission from the Myanmar government for a live TV coverage but Myanmar maintained strict policies on the media so live streaming is still not possible. So standby for replay schedules of this match.

Manny Pacquiao deletes his Twitter account

Sarangani representative and boxing superstar Congressman Manny Pacquiao deleted his Twitter account in the wake of criticism of his casual tweet on the impeachment of Ombudsman Merceditas Gutierrez.

“I’m watching impeachment trial very interesting topic good night everyone thanks,” Pacquiao (@CongMP) tweeted. One twitter user replied, “Why the f**k did you run for congress when you know you’d barely be present?” said @RAndRat. Congressman MP surprisingly replied, “e di mag reklamo ka sa lolo mong panot hahahaha.” Then the online flurry started, which finally pushed Pacquiao to delete his account. “Sorry everyone but hanggang dito nalang delete ko na account ko thank you very much to (sic) all your support.”

Philippine TV Ratings March 21 2011

Here are the TV Ratings in the Philippines last March 21, 2011 (Monday) based on the survey of Kantar Media Philippines (formerly TNS):

Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 21.5%
Temptation of Wife (GMA-7) – 20.3%
My Lover My Wife (GMA-7) – 15.7%
Nita Negrita (GMA-7) – 14.3%
Alakdana (GMA-7) – 13.5%
Dragon Ball Z Kai (GMA-7) / Kapuso Movie Festival: Anting-Anting. (GMA-7) 12.7%
One Piece (GMA-7) – 12.3%
Ghost Fighter (GMA-7) – 12.1%
Kapamilya Blockbusters: Ang Darling Kong Aswang (ABS-CBN) – 11.1%
Showtime (ABS-CBN) – 10.9%

Mara Clara (ABS-CBN) – 36.3%
Mutya (ABS-CBN) – 34.1%
Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin (ABS-CBN) – 33%
TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) – 28.4%
24 Oras (GMA-7) – 24.5%
Imortal (ABS-CBN) – 22%
Magic Palayok (GMA-7) – 20.4%
Dwarfina (GMA-7) – 20.1%
The Baker King (GMA-7) – 18.7%
I ♥ You Pare (GMA-7) – 16.7%

Temptation Island movie (2011 remake)

Temptation Island is an upcoming movie remake of the 1980 comedy film of the same title directed by the late Joey Gosiengfiao.

It will be topbilled by Marian Rivera, Heart Evangelista, Lovi Poe and Solenn Heussaff. Members of its cast include Aljur Abrenica, Paulo Avelino, Tom Rodriguez, Rufa Mae Quinto, and John “Sweet” Lapus. Tempation Island (2011) is produced by Regal Films and GMA Films and will be directed by Chris Martinez.

FHM Bikini Heaven Beach Party 2011 in Boracay

FHM Philippines celebrated their 11th Anniversary with a one-night-only, hot and sexy party featuring FHM babes and cover girls in FHM’s Bikini Heaven Beach Party 2011 held last March 19 at Epic Beach front in Boracay.

The party was so hot that one of the event’s dancers had a bikini wardrobe malfunction. The video of the incident was caught by ABS-CBN’s TV Patrol and was reported by Ginger Conejero. The event also featured actresses Katrina Halili and Aubrey Miles who walked down the ramp.

Azkals vs Myanmar Result – Draw, 1-1

The football game between the Philippine Azkals and the Myanmar White Angels ended in a draw, 1-1.

James Younghusband scored a penalty goal around the 70th-minute mark for the Azkals but Myanmar was able to score a late goal in stoppage time. Azkals goalkeeper Neil Etheridge led the team in fending off Myanmar’s attacks blocking at least 7 goalscoring attempts by the White Angels.

Jump In – GMA 7

Jump In is an upcoming danserye on GMA 7.

Party Pilipinas is searching for aspiring dancers to star in the said series. Auditions are open to all male and female dancers, 16 to 21 years-old, single performers or mixed-member dance crews (max of 8 members). Applicants are required to bring their own music and only the first 100 Boys, 100 Girls, 50 Crews will be accepted. Here are the audition schedules and venues:

SM Cebu Event Center – March 23, 7AM
Davao City – April 1, 7AM

John Apacible dies in shooting incident

Actor John Apacible (Enrique Rustia Apacible in real life) was reportedly shot dead by his uncle after a heated argument at Primerose Street in a subdivision in Cainta, Rizal at around 3AM, police said.

He was declared dead on arrival at the Metro Rizal Doctor’s Hospital in Cainta, Rizal after two bullets of a 9 mm pistol hit his chest and pierced his heart. The suspect is the victim’s 61-year-old uncle Armando Rustia who rode a motorcycle and fled towards an unknown direction after the incident. He portrayed Lt. Col. Santiago in ABS-CBN’s TV series “Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin.”

Complete Cast of TV5s Nagbabagang Bulaklak

Here are the cast of TV5′s upcoming series “Nagbabagang Bulaklak”:

Ruffa Gutierrez, Phillip Salvador, Richard Gomez, Sheryl Cruz, Valerie Concepcion, Carla Humphries, James Blanco, Jay Aquitania, Victor Basa, Allan Paule, Jean Saburit, Mel Martinez, Luningning, Milagring, Mariposa, Arci Munoz and Ritz Asul. It is directed by Jon Red and premieres on March 21 right after “Babaeng Hampaslupa.”

Basted movie – Skylight

Basted is an upcoming under Skylight, the digital production arm of Star Cinema.

It is topbilled by Matteo Guidicelli and Maja Salvador. “Basted is about a girl who can’t keep a steady relationship. Palagi siyang nagba-basted ng mga lalake. I play Carlo, a rapper and part-time waiter.” Matteo said. The movie also features a cameo appearance of Melason (Melai Cantiveros and Jason Francisco).

Baby James (Bimby) on James Yap and Isabel Oli

Kris Aquino and James Yap’s son Baby James allegedly revealed in an interview that actress Isabel Oli is his father’s girlfriend.

Ricky Lo asked Baby James, “Who’s your Papa’s girlfriend?” Baby James or Bimby answered, “Isabel” When his mother Kris asked him if he wanted to meet Isabel, Bimby answered No. Ricky sought the side of James Yap but declined to comment on Bimby’s revelation and reiterated that he and Isabel are just friends.

2NE1 Concert in Manila, Philippines

K-pop (Korean) girl group 2NE1 will be having a concert in Manila, Philippines.

It will be held at the Araneta Coliseum on May 15, 2011. 2NE1 was launched in May 2009 and is composed of CL, Bom, Minzy, and Dara (more popularly known in the Philippines as “Pambansang Krung-Krung” Sandara Park). The group popularized songs like “Fire,” “I Don’t Care,” and “Go Away.”

Maria Ozawa survives the Japan Earthquake and Tsunami

Japanese-French-Canadian adult video actress Maria Ozawa assured fans that she survived the magnitude-9 earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan and that she is okay.

The 25-year-old actress remained optimistic on Japan’s future. “We as Japanese people can overcome these hardships #PrayForJapan,” she tweeted. “Thanks for supporting #PrayForJapan i love you forever and ever! guys ^^” she added.

Philippine TV Ratings March 13 2011

Here are the TV Ratings in the Philippines last March 13, 2011 (Sunday) based on the survey of Kantar Media Philippines (formerly TNS):

Kapuso Movie Sunday Festival: Enteng Kabisote 2 (GMA-7) – 15.3%
ASAP Rocks (ABS-CBN) – 12.2%
Party Pilipinas (GMA-7) – 11.1%
The Buzz (ABS-CBN) – 10.6%
Kapamilya Sunday Blockbusters: The Incredibles (ABS-CBN) – 10%
Your Song Presents Kim (ABS-CBN) – 9.4%
Matanglawin (ABS-CBN) – 8.6%
Reel Love Presents Tween Hearts (GMA-7) / Showbiz Central (GMA-7) – 7.6%
AHA! (GMA-7) – 7.2%
Bakugan Battle Brawlers (GMA-7) – 6.3%

Pilipinas Got Talent (ABS-CBN) – 28%
Rated K (ABS-CBN) – 25.5%
Goin’ Bulilit (ABS-CBN) – 23.1%
Talentadong Pinoy (TV5) – 20.6%
TV Patrol Weekend (ABS-CBN) – 20.5%
Kap’s Amazing Stories (GMA-7) – 18%
Pepito Manaloto (GMA-7) – 17.6%
24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) – 13.6%
Sunday’s Best: Te Amo Mahal: The John Estrada & Priscilla Meirelles Wedding (ABS-CBN) – 13.1%
Show Me Da Manny (GMA-7) – 12.3%

Jodi Sta Maria and Pampi Lacson breakup

Pampi Lacson, son of Senator Panfilo Lacson revealed that he and wife actress Jodi Sta. Maria have been separated for 7 months now.

He, however, denied rumors that he had been abusing his wife. Jodi is still living in their conjugal home in Parañaque, with their son, 6-year-old Thirdy and decided not to elaborate more on the issue to protect the kid.

Neil Coleta (Nicos of Nestea) is now a Kapamilya!

Neil Coleta who plays Nicos in the hit TV commercial of Nestea Iced Tea revealed that he is now with ABS-CBN.

“Kapamilya na po ako kaya abangan niyo po ako,” he said. His first project will be a soap opera. “Excited na ako sa soap na yun. Mga big stars ang kasama ko. Confidential pa yung title pero nag-pictorial na kami at ginawa na po yung teaser. Yung role ko dun medyo comedy,” he added. There were also plans to pair him up with Coleen Ortega Garcia (who plays Mattina) but the Nestea bosses didn’t approve.

Cheapest Cell Phone in the Philippines at 499 pesos

Smart Communications announced the launch of the cheapest cell phone in the Philippines dubbed as the “Panalo Phone.”

It will be priced at 499 pesos and will be available starting March 21. For 499 pesos you will get a cell phone (either ZTE or Cherry Mobile) with a Talk N’ Text SIM card that cannot be removed or replaced, comes preloaded with 40 text messages to other TnT subscribers and another 25 messages to users of other networks. The phone also has an FM radio receiver and a flashlight.

Star Cinema Present: Kakalas, Kakasal Movie

Kakalas, Kakasal is the tentative title of an upcoming movie under Star Cinema.

It is topbilled by Toni Gonzaga and Eugene Domingo. Members of its cast include Wendell Ramos, Zanjoe Marudo, Miriam Quiambao, and Say Alonzo. It was also reported that the movie’s title is Kasalan, Kalasan. It is directed by Jose Javier Reyes.

AGB Nielsen TV Ratings March 10, 2011

Here are the TV ratings in the Philippines last March 10, 2011 (Thursday) based on the survey of AGB Nielsen (People Ratings) in Mega Manila:

Temptation of Wife (GMA-7) – 11.1%
Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 10.2%
My Lover My Wife (GMA-7) – 7.1%
Alakdana (GMA-7) – 6.2%
Nita Negrita (GMA-7) – 6.1%
Kapuso Movie Festival: Kalabog En Bosyo (GMA-7) – 5.1%
Showtime (ABS-CBN) / Face To Face (TV5) – 4.3%
Jackie Chan Adventures (GMA-7) – 3.9%
One Piece (GMA-7) – 3.8%
Shaman King (GMA-7) – 3.5%

Mara Clara (ABS-CBN) – 16.9%
Mutya (ABS-CBN) / Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin (ABS-CBN) – 14.3%
The Baker King (GMA-7) – 12.8%
Imortal (ABS-CBN) – 12.1%
24 Oras (GMA-7) – 11.4%
Magic Palayok (GMA-7) – 11%
Dwarfina (GMA-7) – 10.5%
I ♥ You Pare (GMA-7) – 9.9%
TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) – 8.9%
Machete (GMA-7) – 8.5%

HIV-positive Marcelino Cavestany now allowed to enter the Philippines

Naturalized Australian citizen and theater actor-director Marcelino Cavestany has now been allowed entry to the Philippines.

The Bureau of Immigration revoked the order banning Cavestany from entering the country for being HIV-positive. He was blocked by immigration agents last March 6, at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport citing a blacklist order signed by then Immigration Commissioner Marcelino Libanan saying that he “intends to spread his AIDS (HIV positive) disease.”

Binibining Pilipinas 2011 Candidates

Here is the new set of 40 candidates (official) of the Binibining (Bb.) Pilipinas 2011:

Jenette Noguchi, Krystle Ann Grant, Marish Alyssa Marquinez, Luzelle Felipe, Angelica Ong, Ladylyn Riva, Queenierich Rehman, Paula Camille Figueras, Glennifer Perido, Diana Arevalo, Zephorah Mayon, Ma. Kristina Marasigan, Jenn Roe Gubat, Dianne Necio, Martha Chloe McCulley, Janine Tugonon, Kathleen Subijano, Ma. Paula Bianca Paz, Sabrinne Al-Tawil, Wendy Lucas, Patricia Marie Tumulak, Gianna Therese Quintos, Arabella Hanesh, Teresa Pamela Ludovice, Isabella Manjon, Kenneth Dimaapi, Carla Lacson, Hazelyn Santos, Jennielyn Natividad, Mary Jean Lastimosa, Samantha Purvor, Elizabeth Clenci, Camille Alexis Baltazar, Shamcey Supsup, Carolyn Ty, Sarah Nicole Clenci, Bernadette Aguirre, Gerlie Lero, Monique Teruelle Manuel, and Suzette Hernandez.

Raw Video of Tsunami and Earthquake in Japan

In the aftermath of the tsunami, an ocean whirlpool forms:

The quake sparked a fire that burned through the night at a Japanese oil refinery:

A boat fights waves off the coast:

Fires broke out in Fukushima, Sendai, Iwate and Ibaraki:

Here is video showing structural damage to buildings when the earthquake first hits:

The power of the tsunami swept away boats and cars:

A view from above as the earthquake rocks Japan:

This Reuters report shows hundreds of cars being swept away by water and a live shot from inside a newsroom as the quake hits:

A skyscraper wobbles during the quake:

This raw footage shows the power of the tsunami carrying away large boats and even buildings:

Video of chaos inside a Japanese supermarket:

The quake wreaks havoc inside a Japanese home:

A Japanese news program narrates footage of a tsunami wave crashing across the countryside:

Japan earthquake & tsunami Video

KC Concepcion in MMK This March 12, 2011

KC Concepcion will play the life of Angeline Quinto. Here's some Pics and Trailer:

Trailer:

PBB: Thank You - MARCH 2011 Audition

Kim Chiu Graduated in High School

Kim Chiu is so proud from graduating in High School with her fellow other Alternative Learning Students of Manila.

watch Kim Chiu's Short speech in SNN March 10, 2011

Star Cinema: Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes in a New Movie

Story conference for the new movie starring Kathryn Bernardo,Julia Montes,Albie Casiño,AJ Perez,w/ Direk Cathy Molina

Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes will star in a movie under Star Cinema.

Kathryn and Julia are the lead stars of the #1 primetime soap 'Mara Clara' and now it's about time that they star in a new Star Cinema movie where they also play the
lead roles.

I'm positive it's going to be a box office hit, especially that the movie will also star their Mara Clara leading man Albie Casiño and will be directed by (wow!) Cathy Garcia-Molina.

Sadly John Manalo, also from Mara Clara, isn't part of the movie. It's "Sabel" leading man AJ Perez instead who's joining Kathryn, Julia and Albie in the film.

Read more: Kathryn Bernardo, Julia Montes topbill new Star Cinema movie ~ MyKiRu IsYuSeRo http://mykiru.blogspot.com/2011/03/kathryn-bernardo-julia-montes-new-movie.html#ixzz1GDCrUauO

Kathryn Bernardo on the crying girl on YouTube

Mara Clara star Kathryn Bernardo aired her reaction on the girl on YouTube who cried over the death of her character Mara.

As of posting time, the said video has 870,703 views. “Hindi ko ine-expect na magiging ganoon ang response niya sa Mara Clara. Kaya lang, medyo naawa rin po ako sa kanya kasi talagang nagwawala po siya. Parang siya talaga yung namatayan.” she said. “Gusto ko pong ma-comfort siya dahil baka hanggang ngayon, depressed pa rin siya.” she added.

Actor Paulo Avelino’s pictures or photos from his underwear pictorial for Bench’s Return To Tempation campaign are making the rounds on the Internet.

It gained controversy after one of the photos or pictures allegedly showed a sneak peek of his private part. But how daring is the young actor willing to go? He is willing to go n*ude for a pictorial. “[K]asi may mga paraan naman ng paggawa ng ganyang klase na magandang tingnan at maganda sa mata. Yung hindi naman kabastos-bastos tingnan. I’m sure very artistic kung meron man, if ever may gawin akong ganyan,” he said.

Bb Pilipinas 2011 New Candidates

Here the 3 new candidates of Bb Pilipinas 2011:

Bernadette Aguirre, Bulacan
Gerlie Lero, Catanduanes
Monique Teruelle Manuel, Bataan

The three were added after the disqualification of Grendel Alvardo, Jen Olivar and Roxanne Cabañero from the pageant.

Willie Revillame article on The Wall Street Journal

Willing Willie TV host Willie Revillame is featured in a full-page article in the Asian edition of Wall Street Journal (March 4-6 edition).

The article written by James Hookway titled “Willing Willie’ jolts Philippine TV” credits Willie for “upsetting the hierarchy of Philippine TV” since his transfer from ABS-CBN to TV5. According to AGB Nielsen data for the 4th quarter of 2010, TV5 grabbed 29% of the weekend prime-time audience to become number 2 in Mega Manila. GMA-7 placed number 1 with 31% audience share while ABS-CBN slid to number 3 with 23%.

Golden Screen Awards 2011 nominees – Philippines

The awards night of the 8th Golden Screen Awards (2011) organized by the Entertainment Press Society, Inc. (Enpress) will be held on April 2, 2011 at Teatrino at the Promenade in Greenhills, San Juan City, Metro Manila, Philippines.

Over 40 movies (indie and mainstream) have been reviewed by Enpress and Star Cinema’s Here Comes The Bride topped the list with 15 nominations.

Below is the Complete List:

8th Golden Screen Awards 2011 - Philippines

Best Motion Picture-Drama
Ang Damgo ni Eleuteria (Cinema One Originals and Panumduman Pictures)
Muli (MJM Productions)
RPG Metanoia (Ambientmedia and Star Cinema ABS-CBN Film Productions)
Sa 'Yo Lamang (Star Cinema ABS-CBN Film Productions)
Senior Year (Digitank Studio, Metric Films, Big Top Media)
Sigwa (Begins at 20 Plus)

Best Motion Picture-Musical or Comedy
Ang Tanging Ina Mo, Last Na 'To (Star Cinema ABS-CBN Film Productions)
Emir (Film Development Council of the Philippines)
Here Comes the Bride (Star Cinema ABS-CBN Film Productions, OctoArts, Quantum Films)

Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role-Drama
Bea Alonzo (Sa'Yo Lamang)
Dawn Zulueta (Sigwa)
Donna Isadora Gimeno (Ang Damgo ni Eleuteria)
Lorna Tolentino (Sa 'Yo Lamang)
Lovi Poe (Mayohan)
Meryl Soriano (Donor)

Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role-Drama
Coco Martin (Noy)
Fanny Serrano (Tarima)
John Lloyd Cruz (Miss You Like Crazy)
Sid Lucero (Muli)

Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role-Musical or Comedy
Ai Ai de las Alas (Ang Tanging Ina, Last Na 'To)
Angelica Panganiban (Here Comes The Bride)
Eugene Domingo (Here Comes The Bride)
Toni Gonzaga (My Amnesia Girl)
Tuesday Vargas (Here Comes The Bride)

Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role-Musical or Comedy
Jaime Fabregas (Here Comes The Bride)
John Lapus (Here Comes The Bride)
John Lloyd Cruz (My Amnesia Girl)

Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role-Drama, Musical or Comedy
Cherry Pie Picache (Noy)
Daday Melgar (Ang Damgo ni Eleuteria)
Dulce (Emir)
Eugene Domingo (Ang Tanging Ina, Last Na 'To?)
Gloria Romero (Tarima)
Julia Clarete (Emir)
Zsa Zsa Padilla (Sigwa)

Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role-Drama, Musical or Comedy
Allen Dizon (Sigwa)
Coco Martin (Sa 'Yo Lamañg)
Dolphy (Rosario)
Kenneth Ocampo (Muli)
Nico Antonio (Magkakapatid)
Sid Lucero (Rosario)
Tirso Cruz III (Sigwa)

Breakthrough Performance by an Actress
Andi Eigenmann (Mamarazzi)
Carla Abellana (SRR12:Funeraria)
Frencheska Farr (Emir)
Maxx Eigenmann (Romeo and Juliet)

Breakthrough Performance by an Actor
Gregg Tecson (Ang Damgo ni Eleuteria)
Martin del Rosario (Dagim)
Rocky Salumbides (Tarima)
Samuel Quintana (Dagim)
Tom Rodriguez (Here Comes The Bride)

Best Director
Adolfo Alix, Jr. (Muli)
Chito Roño (Emir)
Chris Martinez (Here Comes The Bride)
Jerrold Tarog (Senior Year)
Joel Lamangan (Sigwa)
Laurice Guillen (Sa'Yo Lamang)
Luis Suarez (RPG Metanoia)

Best Story
Bonifacio Ilagan, Joel Lamangan (Sigwa)
Chito Rono, Jeffrey Gracio (Emir)
Chris Martinez (Here Comes The Bride)
Jerrold Tarog (Senior Year)
Maria Victoria Beltran (Ang Damgo ni Eleuteria)
Ricardo Lee, Anna Karenina Ramos, Ralph Jacinto Quiblat, Mia Louise Ramos, John Paul Abellera (Sa 'Yo Lamang)

Best Original Screenplay
Bonifacio Ilagan (Sigwa)
Chris Martinez (Here Comes The Bride)
Gerry Gracio (Muli)
Jeffrey Gracio (Emir)
Jerrold Tarog (Senior Year)
Luis Suarez, Tey Clamor, Jade Castro (RPG Metanoia)
Ricardo Lee, Anna Karenina Ramos, Ralph Jacinto Quiblat (Sa 'Yo Lamang)
Remton Siega Zuasola (Ang Damgo ni Eleuteria)

Best Cinematography
Albert Banzon (Muli)
Lee Briones-Meily (Sa 'Yo Lamang)
Monino Duque (Sigwa)
Neil Daza (Emir)
Rodolfo Aves, Jr. (Here Comes The Bride)

Best Editing
Adolfo Alix, Jr. (Muli)
Bebs Gohetia (Sigwa)
Efren Jarlego (Sa 'Yo Lamang)
Ike Veneracion (Here Comes The Bride)
Jerrold Tarog (Emir)

Best Production Design
Adelina Leung (Here Comes The Bride)
Digo Ricio (Emir)
Edgar Martin Littaua (Sa 'Yo Lamang)
Edgar Martin Littaua (Sigwa)
Gerry Santos (Muli)

Best Sound
Albert Michael Idioma, Addis Tabong (Emir)
Albert Michael Idioma (Here Comes The Bride)
Albert Michael Idioma (Sa'Yo Lamang)
Alfredo Ongleo (Sigwa)
Jerrold Tarog (Senior Year)

Best Musical Score
Gerald Salonga, Ria Osorio (RPG Metanoia)
Jerrold Tarog (Senior Year)
Josefino Toledo (Emir)
Lucien Letaba (Sigwa)
Noli Aurillo (Muli)
Sherwin Castillo (Tarima)
Von de Guzman (Here Comes The Bride)

Best Original Song
"Bakit Ako Naririto?" from the movie Emir, music and lyrics by Gary Granada, interpreted by Frenchesca Farr
"Kaya Mo" from the movie RPG Metanoia, words & music by Jonathan Manalo, interpreted by Tutti Caringal, Ney Dimaculangan, and Kean Cipriano
"Lukso ng Dugo" from the movie Sigwa, words by Bonifacio Ilagan, music by Lucien Letaba and interpreted by Dessa Ilagan and Ayen Laurel
"Malayang Bilanggo" from the movie Layang Bilanggo, words, music and interpreted by Johnrey Danno
"Napapagod Din Ang Puso" from the movie Tarima, words and music by Sherwin Castillo and interpreted by MJ Ringor

Best Visual Effects
Digitaldodge (Emir)
Jay Santiago, Melvyn Quimosing, Riot, Inc., Rico Gutierrez (Si Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote)
Ambientmedia-Thaumatrope Animation, Computer Interface Design and Effects (RPG Metanoia)

Read more: http://forums.mukamo.com/reel-deal/21781-golden-screen-awards-2011-nominees-complete-list.html#ixzz1FzdWK2Zw

Jennylyn Mercado – Women’s Health Philippines March 2011

Actress Jennylyn Mercado is on the cover of the March 2011 issue of Women’s Health Philippines magazine.

She was recently operated on for tonsillitis at the St Luke’s Hospital and was also charged with perjury by her former personal assistant, Rowena “Mel” Pulmano for allegedly lying under oath that resulted in the filing of qualified theft charges against the latter.

Philippine Military Academy Class 2015 (PMA)

The Philippine Military Academy or PMA released the list of 228 individuals who passed as Cadets of the academy and will compose the members of PMA Class 2015.

Check out the list of cadets (Class 2015) (PDF file)

The 203 males and 25 females will report on April 1, 2011 to become full government scholar for four years leading to a Bachelors of Science Degree.

Pilipinas Got Talent 2011 Next Round

Here are some of the acts that got through the next round of the 2nd season of Pilipinas Got Talent (2011):

blind singer-pianist Jeremie Tampoy
Bukidnon State University Brass Band
tapdancing brothers Happy Feet
Romarico Sanorjo a.k.a. Rico The Magician
kid balladeer Brian Brady
contortionist group Larvae
dancing martial artists Rhythmic Illusions
Marcelito Po Moy who sounds like Regine Velasquez

Denisse Oca on Phil Younghusband

Daughter of actress Melissa Mendez, Denisse Oca clarified the rumor that she is the current girlfriend of Azkals striker Phil Younghusband.

“No, I’m sorry but you got your facts wrong. I’m not his girlfriend. Pls don’t indulge in such rumors. Thank you.” she (@d_oca) tweeted. Phil also aired the same sentiment saying that he and Denisse are just friends.

Mara Clara fans cries over death of Mara on YouTube

A YouTube video of a little girl crying over the death of Mara is starting to go viral.

As of posting time, the said video has almost half a million views. The poor girl was really devastated when she learned that Mara died while watching ABS-CBN’s primetime drama series, Mara Clara. Meanwhile, ABS-CBN hinted in a press statement that they will be giving a new and bigger project to Kathryn Bernardo (Mara) thus the death of her character.

Nonito Donaire, Jr. vs Chino Trinidad

After reconciling with his father, WBO and WBC bantamweight champion Nonito Donaire, Jr. has created a new rift.

This time it’s against sportswriters Chino Trinidad, Recah Trinidad, Anthony Andales, and Granville Ampong. It all started when Nonito’s wife, Rachel blamed the said sportswriters for blowing their family feud out of proportion for their own gain. Nonito then posted this on his facebook page, “Chino, Pinol, n Ampong. Shut up n Leave my family alone: the Donaires n Marcials, esp my wife. Keep talking n ull feel what Montiel felt. U won’t see it, ull just feel it. Sonic Boom!!” Chino then posted his tirades on Twitter (@chino3nidad) against Nonito and Rachel, “Nonito Jr. I am not gonna fight you atop the ring but one thing I know, I will never runaway from a good fight.” part of Chino’s tweet said.

PMA Class 2011 Laon Alab Top 10

Here are the top 10 (out of 196) cadets of the Lakas Tipon Alagad ng Bayan (Laon Alab) Class of 2011 of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA):

Angelo Edward Parras – Apalit, Pampanga
Jon Rigor Guiang – Zamboanga del Norte
Jayson Luna – Enrile, Cagayan
Aliay Diño of Maragondon – Naic, Cavite
Rigor Pamittan – Tuguegarao City
Janice Baniaga Matbagan
Bobby Gabayno – Odiongan Romblon
Kristogfer Engay – Tuao, Cagayan
Norman Carual – Tabaco City
Jayson Pariñas – Munoz, Nueva Ecija

Nonito Donaire Jr reconciles with dad

WBO and WBC bantamweight champion Nonito Donaire, Jr. and wife Rachel Marcial Donaire reportedly reconciled with Nonito Donaire, Sr. ending a rift that lasted three years.

Nonito Jr. and Rachel went to Nonito Sr.’s home in California and had a heart-to-heart talk. “We just want to make things right. Both sides suffered a lot of pain, suffered a lot of everything from sleepless nights and embarrassment,” the boxing superstar said.

Red Cross and Eat Bulaga mark Francis Magalona’s 2nd death anniversary with blood donation drive

The Philippine Red Cross in cooperation with GMA-7′s noontime show Eat Bulaga held a mass blood donation drive yesterday, March 5 at Eat Bulaga Studio, GMA-7 Broadway Centrum, Cubao, Quezon City to commemorate the 2nd death anniversary of master rapper Francis Magalona.

Magalona died of acute myelogenous leukemia on March 6, 2009. He was one of the blood beneficiaries of the Red Cross Blood Program.

Philippine Azkals – Metro Society magazine March 2011

The Philippine Azkals football team is on the cover of the March 2011 issue or the “Men Issue” of Metro Society magazine.

The cover features Neil Etheridge, Rob Gaier, Jason de Jong, Aly Borromeo, Anton del Rosario and Simon Greenwich wearing Louis Vuitton suits flown in from the United States. The said issue is scheduled to be released on March 10 and is expected to be a big hit in Bacolod and Iloilo where the team have a huge fan base.

SexBomb Dancers guested on Happy, Yipee, Yehey!

All-female dance group “Sex Bomb Dancers” guested on ABS-CBN’s noontime show “Happy Yipee Yehey,” last March 5.

The show’s hosts Mariel Rodriguez, Toni Gonzaga, Randy Santiago and John Estrada were excited with the development. Although it was just a guesting, the group was reportedly dropped from Happy Yipee Yehey’s rival, the longest-running noontime show in the Philippines, “Eat Bulaga.” The reason for dropping them was “conflict of interest” according to the group’s manager, Joy Cancio.

Filipino-Spanish Angel Aldeguer set to play for the Azkals

26-year-old Filipino-Spanish Angel Aldeguer is the newest member of the Philippine Azkals.

He is just waiting for the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) approval. He’s been playing football since he was 6 years old and he played forward for Spanish third division Club Deportivo Ronda. He also also trained with Spain’s first division team. His mother is a Filipina who reportedly hails from Ilagan, Isabela

Angelica Panganiban vs Azkals fan on Twitter

Actress Angelica Panganiban on Thursday engaged in a “Twitter war” against the fans of Azkals striker Phil Younghusband.

It all started when Angelica tweeted, “Si Phil may indie film? Akala ko ba football player siya??? Lahat na lang artista na. Sad.” Minutes after her tweet, Azkals fans came to the rescue and replied to her. But there’s this one particular fan, @anilmorales who earned the ire of Angelica. “@anilmorales” used profanities directed to Angelica and her boyfriend actor Derek Ramsey just to defend Phil. Angelica was so upset that she will reportedly take the matter to court (libel?).

Philippine TV Ratings March 3, 2011

Here are the TV Ratings in the Philippines last March 3, 2011 (Thursday) based on the survey of Kantar Media Philippines (formerly TNS):

Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 20.1%
Temptation of Wife (GMA-7) – 19.6%
My Lover My Wife (GMA-7) – 16.9%
Nita Negrita (GMA-7) – 13.7%
Alakdana (GMA-7) – 13.1%
Showtime (ABS-CBN) – 11.9%
One Piece (GMA-7) – 11.4%
Sabel (ABS-CBN) – 11.1%
I Love You So: Autumn’s Concerto (ABS-CBN) – 10.8%
Shaman King (GMA-7) – 10.2%

Mara Clara (ABS-CBN) – 37.3%
Mutya (ABS-CBN) – 33%
Imortal (ABS-CBN) – 29.5%
TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) – 26.2%
24 Oras (GMA-7) – 19.2%
The Baker King (GMA-7) – 18.8%
Magic Palayok (GMA-7) – 18.2%
Dwarfina (GMA-7) / Machete (GMA-7) – 17.7%
I ♥ You Pare (GMA-7) – 17.4%
The Price Is Right (ABS-CBN) – 15%

Mga Nagbabagang Bulaklak – TV5

Mga Nagbabagang Bulaklak is an upcoming drama series on TV5.

Members of its cast include Ruffa Gutierrez, Richard Gomez, Phillip Salvador, Sheryl Cruz, and Valerie Concepcion. “This is a story about power and fame. This is a story about young women who wanna become famous.” revealed Ruffai Gutierrez. This is TV5′s second dramaserye after Babaeng Hampaslupa.

Filipino actor Paquito Diaz dies

Actor Paquito Diaz reportedly died at about 8PM Thursday in his home in Daraga, Albay.

The cause of death was due to pneumonia complications. He was 73. His remains was brought to the Funeraria Nuestra Senora de Salvacion.

Erich Gonzales as Maria del Barrio – ABS-CBN

ABS-CBN is set to do a Filipino adaptation of the 1995 hit Mexican telenovela “Maria del Barrio.”

Erich Gonzales will play the lead role while Enchong Dee will play her leading man, Luis Fernando. “I’m very privileged na maging parte ng ‘Maria la del Barrio,’” said Enchong.

AGB Nielsen TV Ratings March 1, 2011

Here are the TV ratings in the Philippines last March 1, 2011 (Tuesday) based on the survey of AGB Nielsen (People Ratings) in Mega Manila:

Temptation of Wife 10.9%
Eat Bulaga 10.8%
Magic Palayok 9.7%
My Lover My Wife 8.4%
Nita Negrita 7.5%
Alakdana 7.3%
Kapuso Movie Festival 5.7%
The Price Is Right 4.8%
Face To Face 4.7%
Jackie Chan Adventures 4.6%

Mara Clara 14.2%
Mutya 12.7%
Imortal 12%
The Baker King 11.6%
24 Oras 10.7%
TV Patrol 10.3%
I Heart You Pare 10.1%
Dwarfina 10%
Willing Willie 8.7%/Machete 8.7%
Babaeng Hampaslupa 8%

Lovi Poe – Cosmopolitan Philippines March 2011

Award-winning Filipina actress and singer Lovi Poe is the cover girl of the March 2011 issue of Cosmopolitan Philippines magazine.

In preparation for the upcoming summer, Cosmo gives their readers a free bikini wax at Lay Bare Waxing Salon. It also features best swimsuits and summer beauty tips.

GMA-7′s Amazing Cooking Kids Auditions

Here are the audition schedules for GMA-7′s upcoming reality show Amazing Cooking Kids:

March 5 and 6 – SM Hypermarket Fairview (Annex) from 10AM to 6PM
March 12 and 13 – SM Hypermarket Sucat from 10AM to 6PM

Requirements: Kids aged 9 to 12 years old and aspiring to be cooks someday, precooked signature dishes good for two people, birth certificate (original and photocopy) and 4 photos (2 ID pictures, 1 whole body shot and 1 close up shot).

Roxanne Cabanero leaves Bb Pilipinas for alleged photos/pictures

Bb Pilipinas hopeful Roxanne Cabanero is out of the 2011 Bb Pilipinas pageant over her alleged n*ude photos or pictures.

Photos of a certain Raina who looks like Cabanero have been circulating on the internet and it was actually Cabanero who approached Binibining Pilipinas Charities Incorporated (BPCI) to report the incident. She was then surprised when she was asked by a BPCI lawyer to just drop from the pageant. Roxanne has denied that she is the girl in the pictures. “Nang tinignan ko, parang gumuho ang mundo ko dahil hindi ako iyon,” she reportedly said.

Marian Rivera – Inside Showbiz magazine’s 25 Sexiest Women

Actress Marian Rivera is on the cover of the March 2011 issue of Mega Publishing Group’s Inside Showbiz Magazine.

She tops the magazine’s list of the 25 Sexiest Women in Showbiz. Marian’s upcoming projects include the horror-comedy Bampirella and the epicserye Amaya, both on GMA 7.

Meet Filipino-Swiss racer Marlon Stockinger

19-year-old Filipino-Swiss racer Marlon Stockinger is a full-fledged Formula One racecar driver.

He was born on April 4, 1991 in Manila, Philippines and his full name is Marlon Alexander Stockinger. He is the first Filipino to win a Formula race in Europe. He began his motorsports career at the age of 9. His favorite Filipino dishes are Pancit, adobo, and sinigang.

Gawad Tanglaw Awards 2011 Winners (ABS-CBN)

Here are the winners of the 9th Gawad Tanglaw Awards (2011) from ABS-CBN:

Station of the Year – ABS-CBN
Best Election Coverage – Halalan 2010 (ABS-CBN)
Development Communication Campaign of the Year – Boto Mo Ipatrol Mo
Best News Program – TV Patrol
Best News Anchor – Bernadette Sembrano and Alex Santos
Best Showbiz Reporter – Mario Dumaual
Best Magazine Show – Rated K
Best Magazine Show Host – Korina Sanchez
Best Morning Show – Umagang Kay Ganda
Best Investigative Program – Exklusibong, Explosibong, Expose
Best Educational Program – Matanglawin
Best Public Affairs Program – Failon Ngayon
Best Sports Program – Sports Unlimited
Best Documentary – Storyline
Best Travel Show – Travel Time
Best Lifestyle Program – Executive Class
Best Lifestyle Show Host – David Celdran
Natatanging Gawad para sa Sining ng Pamamahayag – Ces Drilon and Tina Monzon-Palma
Best Drama Series – Magkaribal
Best Drama Anthology – MMK
Best Variety Show – ASAP XV

The awards night will be held on March 17, 2011 at St. Dominic College of Asia in Bacoor, Cavite.

Enchong Dee facilitates meeting of Kim Chiu and Simon Atkins

Enchong Dee reportedly facilitated the recent meeting of Kim Chiu and Simon Atkins.

Enchong was a champion swimmer when he was still a student at De La Salle University (DLSU). His swimming coach called him up to ask him to introduce Simon to Kim. Kim has yet to comment on how her first encounter with Simon went.

Ombudsman Merceditas Gutierrez Impeachment Starts

The justice committee of the Philippines’ House of Representative has started the first impeachment hearing against Ombudsman Merceditas Gutierrez at past 10AM today.

Gutierrez was not present in the hearing but was represented by her lawyer Anacleto Diaz. Diaz said that his client will not “avoid or skirt the proceedings.”

Ronald Singson resigns as congressman

Ronald Singson has resigned as congressman of the first district of Ilocos Sur.

A one-page resignation letter was presented to Speaker Feliciano Belmonte Jr. by Ronald’s father, Ilocos Sur Governor Chavit Singson. He said that he was resigning not because of pressures from his fellow congressman but as a fulfillment of his promise to his father. Ronald was found guilty by a Hong Kong court of trafficking cocaine for his personal use and was sentenced to 18 months in prison.

After her stint on Survivor, Solenn is currently with her budding showbiz career. This is also FHM’s bikini issue special that also features Paloma, Richelle Prickett, Ana Corado, and Shiralee Coleman.

Mula Sa Puso is an upcoming primetime drama on ABS-CBN.

This 2011 remake is based on the 1997 original TV series of the same title. It will be topbilled by Lauren Young, JM de Guzman, and Enrique Gil. Members of its cast include Dawn Zulueta, Eula Valdes, Devon Seron, Helen Gamboa, and Ariel Rivera. It will be directed by its original director, Wenn Deramas.

GMA 7 Presents: Ang Spooky Mo! Presents Bampirella

Ang Spooky Mo! Presents Bampirella an upcoming horror-comedy on GMA 7.

It will be topbilled by Marian Rivera. “Ano ‘to, horror-comedy, e. So, papangit ako dito, magiging bampira ako. Bampira ako pero takot ako sa dugo, yung mga ganun!” explained Marian. It also stars Mikael Daez. It premieres in March.

Academy Awards 2011 (Oscars) Winners

Here are the winners of the 83rd Academy Awards held at the Kodak Theatre on February 27, 2011 in Hollywood, California:

Best picture – “The King’s Speech”
Best actor – Colin Firth, “The King’s Speech”
Best actress – Natalie Portman, “Black Swan”
Supporting actor – Christian Bale, “The Fighter”
Supporting actress – Melissa Leo, “The Fighter”
Director – Tom Hooper, “The King’s Speech”
Animated feature – “Toy Story 3″
Foreign language film – “In a Better world”
Documentary feature – “Inside Job”
Documentary short – “Strangers No More”
Adapted screenplay – “The Social Network”
Original screenplay – “The King’s Speech”
Art direction – “Alice in Wonderland”
Cinematography – “Inception”
Costume design – “Alice in Wonderland”
Makeup – “The Wolfman”
Film editing – “The Social Network”
Visual effects – “Inception”
Original score – “The Social Network”
Original song – “We Belong Together” from “Toy Story 3″
Sound editing – “Inception”
Sound mixing – “Inception”
Animated short film – “The Lost Thing”
Live action short film – “God of Love”

Catch Me…Im in Love Movie – Star Cinema and Viva Entertainment

“Catch Me…I’m in Love” is an upcoming movie under Star Cinema and Viva Entertainment.

It is topbilled by Sarah Geronimo and Gerald Anderson. Members of its cast include Matteo Guidicelli, Dawn Zulueta, Christopher de Leon, Joey Marquez, Arlene Muhlach, Ketchup Eusebio, Alchris Galura, and Dino Imperial. “Catch Me…I’m in Love” is directed by Mae Cruz and premieres on March 23, 2011 in over 100 theaters nationwide.

Georgina Wilson on being a Showtime hurado

Commercial and print model Georgina Wilson still remains as one of the hurados of ABS-CBN’s Showtime.

She revealed that she was really scared at first when she was asked to be one of the guest judges last January 2011. But now she finds it an enjoyable job and she has now so much respect for the production people after she had seen how much hard work they put in to make every episode. Georgina was also able to show that she actually has a good singing voice in Showtime’s “Sampol Sampol” segment.

Shalani Soledad on real score with Willie Revillame

Valenzuela City councilor and TV host Shalani Soledad revealed in a recent interview the real score between her and Willing Willie main host Willie Revillame.

“Co-host ni Willie” was her short answer. So how does she explain Willie’s gestures on Willing Willie in one of its segments where he seems to be interested in her. “Naku, si Willie, I think he’s ano… [in his] usual charming self. Ganyan naman yata si Willie,” she said. Shalani started co-hosting Willing Willie last November 8, 2010.

Star Cinema Presents - Tum: My Pledge of Love

“Tum: My Pledge of Love” is an upcoming movie, which was written, directed and produced by Robin Padilla.

It is topbilled by Robin Padilla and his wife, Mariel Rodriguez. Members of its cast include Ejay Falcon and Queenie Padilla. The movie was reportedly shot in India. “Tum: My Pledge of Love” is set to premiere on March 16, and will be released nationwide by Star Cinema.

Paquito Diaz death, not true

The family of Paquito Diaz denied earlier reports that the veteran actor had died yesterday, February 26.

They were dismayed with the reports that Diaz died at Estevez Memorial Hospital in Legazpi City. The report of his death allegedly came from the said hospital.

Two Fil-Ams make it to American Idol 2011 Top 24

Two Fil-Ams reportedly made it to the Top 24 of the 10th season of American Idol (2011).

They are Clint Jun Gamboa and Thia Megia. Rounding up the top 24 are Brett Lowenstern, Jovany Barreto, Jacob Lusk, Paul McDonald, Robbie Rosen, Stefano Langone, Jordan Dorsey, Tim Halprin, James Durbin, Casey Abrams, Scotty McCreery, Naima Adedap, Julie Zorilla, Karen Rodriguez, Lauren Turner, Kendra Chantelle, Ashton Jones, Rachel Zevita, Haley Reinhart, Lauren Alaina Suddeth, Pia Toscano, and Ta-Tynisa Wilson.

AGB Nielsen TV Ratings February 24, 2011

Here are the TV ratings in the Philippines last February 24, 2011 (Thursday) based on the survey of AGB Nielsen (People Ratings) in Mega Manila:

Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 11%
Temptation of Wife (GMA-7) – 10.5%
Koreana (GMA-7) – 9.1%
Nita Negrita (GMA-7) – 8.5%
Alakdana (GMA-7) – 7.4%
Showtime (ABS-CBN) – 5.6%
One Piece (GMA-7) – 4.7%
Mana Po (ABS-CBN) – 4.5%
Kapuso Movie Festival: Sana Dalawa ang Puso Ko (GMA-7) – 4.3%
Kapitan Inggo (ABS-CBN) – 4.2%

Mara Clara (ABS-CBN) – 14.7%
Mutya (ABS-CBN) / The Baker King (GMA-7) – 13.1%
I ♥ You Pare (GMA-7) – 11.8%
Machete (GMA-7) – 11.7%
24 Oras (GMA-7) / Imortal (ABS-CBN) – 11.5%
Dwarfina (GMA-7) – 10.4%
TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) – 9.6%
Bantatay (GMA-7) – 9.2%
Green Rose (ABS-CBN) – 6.8%
Saksi (GMA-7) – 5.6%

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Apple Macbook Pro February 2011 Philippine Price

Apple just released new MacBook Pro laptops. If you’re planning to buy here in the Philippines, here are the prices:

13-inch: 2.3 GHz, 2.3GHz dual-core, Intel Core i5, 4GB 1333MHz, 320GB 5400-rpm, Intel HD Graphics 3000 – 61,990 pesos
13-inch: 2.7 GHz, 2.7GHz dual-core, Intel Core i7, 4GB 1333MHz, 500GB 5400-rpm, Intel HD Graphics 3000 – 76,990 pesos
15-inch: 2.0 GHz, 2.0GHz quad-core, Intel Core i7, 4GB 1333MHz, 500GB 5400-rpm, Intel HD Graphics 3000, AMD Radeon HD 6490M with 256MB GDDR5 – 91,990 pesos
15-inch: 2.2 GHz, 2.2GHz quad-core, Intel Core i7, 4GB 1333MHz, 750GB 5400-rpm, Intel HD Graphics 3000, AMD Radeon HD 6750M with 1GB GDDR5 – 112,990 pesos
17-inch: 2.2 GHz, 2.2GHz quad-core, Intel Core i7, 4GB 1333MHz, 750GB 5400-rpm, Intel HD Graphics 3000, AMD Radeon HD 6750M with 1GB GDDR5 – 126,900 pesos

Ayala Alabang requires prescription for contraceptives

The Sangguniang Barangay of Ayala Alabang in Muntinlupa City released an ordinance that requires, among others, pharmacies within Ayala Alabang to ask for a prescription before selling contraceptives.

The ordinance took effect yesterday, February 24. Meanwhile, some residents of the barangay are against the ordinance, “It’s a multicultural barangay with residents from other countries, and these people have different religious and cultural beliefs, which I think should be respected,” said Ayala Alabang Village resident Kevin Punzalan.

Azkals vs Mongolia Game 2 Live on Studio 23

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Challenge Cup second leg or game 2 between the Philippine Azkals and the Mongolian Blue Wolves will be aired live on Studio 23 at 12 noon.

The game is set on March 15, 2011 in Ulan Bator, Mongolia. The Azkals beat the Blue Wolves in the first game, 2 goals to none. This time around, the Azkals need to at least tie with the Mongolians to advance.

GMA 7 - Presents Sisid

Sisid is an upcoming drama series on GMA 7.

Members of its cast include Dominic Roco, Jackie Rice, JC Tiuseco, Ian Batherson, and Bembol Roco. The series is currently on hold because Jackie Rice is having a difficult time learning how to swim. “May trauma po yata siya sa tubig… Kaya alalay lang po kami sa kanya kapag nagti-training.” Dominic said. The lead casts had to take up lessons on scuba diving and swimming for their roles in this series.

Derek Ramsay on Chieffy Caligdongs Challenge

Actor Derek Ramsay aired his side on The Azkals player Chieffy Caligdong’s public declaration that he has a crush on his girlfriend, actress Angelica Panganiban.

“Okay lang na may crush siya kay Angel. Maraming may crush sa kanya kasi maganda si Angel,” he said. Derek also accepted Chieffy’s challenge to play one-on-one football. “I love a challenge and I’ve played football all my life. Win or lose, it would be fun,” he added.

Stone Temple Pilots Concert in Manila, Philippines

American rock band Stone Temple Pilots or STP will be having a concert in Manila, Philippines.

It will be held on March 9, 2011 at the Araneta Coliseum. The said concert is made possible by Ovation Productions. Tickets are now available at Ticketnet at (02) 9115555.

Phil Younghusband and Angel Locsin go target shooting

The Azkals striker Phil Younghusband and actress Angel Locsin reportedly went out on a date over the weekend at a shooting range in Taguig last Sunday.

Showbiz News Ngayon (SNN) host Bianca Gonzalez said that a reliable source told her that the two were indeed spotted together last Sunday. It can be recalled that Phil publicly asked Angel for a romantic date using the microblogging site Twitter.

GMA Presents: My Lover, My Wife This February 28

Sina April at Arthur – mag-asawang may mga lihim sa isa’t isa.Sina Vivian at Lawrence – mag-asawang hindi masaya sa isa’t isa.SUBALIT may ibang plano ang kapalaran.Isang aksidente... at isang pagpapalit-anyo ang magaganap.At si Arthur, suot ang mukha ni Lawrence, ay kailangang maging asawa kay Vivian!

Mabawi pa kaya ni April ang pusong dapat ay sa kanya?
Linlangin man kanyang ang mata, mapigilan kaya ni Vivian ang puso niya?

Pagkatapos ng Nita Negrita sa Dramarama sa Hapon ng GMA

GMA Presents: Magic Palayok This February 28

This Walt Disney inspired series is topbilled by Carla Abellana and Geoff Eigenmann. Members of its cast include Cherie Gil, Chynna Ortaleza, Manilyn Reynes, Angeli Nicole Sanoy and Mikee Cojuangco-Jaworski. Magic Palayok will replace the primetime drama series, Bantatay this February 28 and directed by Joel Lamangan.

Vic Sotto on his movie with Bea Alonzo and Zaijian Jaranilla

Ace comedian and TV host Vic Sotto revealed some details about his yet-untitled-movie with Bea Alonzo and Zaijian Jaranilla (more popularly known as Santino).

“Ako’y isang faith healer na gumagamit ng alternative medicine. By stroke of faith nakilala ko si Zaijian who’s from heaven, na siya yung talagang may powers to heal people. On the side, si Bea naman is a doctor of medicine. So it’s a clash between science and faith healing. So kung papaano kami magka-clash at magkakagustuhan yun ang malaking problema.” he said. The said movie is a joint project between Star Cinema and M-Zet Productions. Vic also clarified that there will be no kissing scene between him and Bea.

Maria Aragon performs on The Ellen DeGeneres Show

10-year-old Filipina-Canadian Maria Aragon appeared on the The Ellen DeGeneres Show Tuesday.

“You should just know she believes in you enough that she asked you to do it [sing a duet with Lady Gaga in her concert] so enjoy it,” DeGeneres told Aragon. She also performed her rendition of Born This Way. You can catch the interview and performance on YouTube. Aragon is also set to appear on the show “Good Morning America.”

Donaire No. 3 in pound-for-pound list

In a flash, Nonito Donaire Jr. is now up the leaderboard.

The 28-year-old Filipino, by virtue of his sensational knockout win over Mexican Fernando Montiel last Sunday, is now ranked No. 3 in The Ring Magazine’s pound-for-pound list.

Donaire, who hits like no other in his class, stopped Montiel with a left hook to the temple. There could be no better way to deliver the winning punch as slo-mo replays showed.

It gave Donaire the World Boxing Council and World Boxing Organization bantamweight titles, which come after his International Boxing Federation flyweight crown in 2007.

It also pushed Donaire to the top three of The Ring’s pound-for-pound list, next only to fellow Filipino Manny Pacquiao and undefeated American Floyd Mayweather Jr.

A few other boxing bodies, boxing websites and boxing experts come up with their own pound-for-pound list, but none probably as prestigious than that of The Ring’s.

It is considered the Bible of boxing.

It should be the first time that two Filipino fighters landed on the top three of The Ring’s pound-for-pound list.

Before he knocked out Montiel in the 57-second mark of the second round at Mandalay Bay, Donaire was fifth in The Ring’s coveted pound-for-pound list.

Now behind him are Sergio Martinez of Argentina, Juan Manuel Marquez of Mexico, Pongsaklek Wonjongkam of Thailand, Wladimir Klitschko of Ukraine, Tim Bradley of the United States, Juan Manuel Lopez of Puerto Rico and Giovani Segura, also of the US.

He moved on top of the bantamweight class, followed by Anselmo Moreno of Panama, Joseph Agbeko of Ghana, Abner Mares of Mexico and Montiel, who said he’d “never been hurt as bad before.”

“It wasn’t a simple choice for the magazine’s editorial board, which read the views and opinions of dozens of members of The Ring Ratings Panel before making their decision,” wrote Dough Fischer.

“It took more time to discuss where Nonito Donaire would be rated in the pound-for-pound rankings than it did to update the entire divisional rankings,” said Nigel Collins, editor-in-chief of The Ring, in the magazine’s website.

“Advancing him to No. 3 means that he overtakes middleweight world champion Sergio Martinez (No. 3 last week) and world lightweight champion Juan Manuel Marquez (No. 4 last week). The decision was made even more difficult because both Martinez and Marquez have recently defended their titles via knockout against top-notch challengers.

“In the end, however, it was impossible to ignore Donaire’s overpowering performances in his last 10 fights, nine of which he won via knockout or TKO. The ‘Filipino Flash’ is on a helluva roll, one that could conceivably see him climb even higher in future months,” Collins said.

Donaire almost blew Montiel’s head off with his left hook, and grazed the Mexican with an uppercut on the way down. Montiel’s legs twitched the moment he hit the canvas.

Yes, when Montiel wobbled up, the referee allowed him to continue to fight. Donaire pounced on Montiel on the ropes, and the referee stepped in to stop the execution.

“The one with (Vic) Darchinyan was sweet. But this was the hardest,” said Donaire, who now has a lot of options. He can lord if over the ring as a bantamweight or move up a couple notches higher.

The Ring described the blow as a “punch from hell.”

Hell for Montiel was heaven for Donaire.

Lady Gaga and Maria Aragon Duet will duet in Concert

10-year-old Filipino-Canadian Maria Aragon is set to have a duet with Lady Gaga in the latter’s concert in Toronto.

“Oh maybe you’re just gonna have to come onstage with me and sing that song [Born This Way]. What do you think?” Gaga asked Maria during a phone conversation that was aired on Winnipeg radio station Hot 103 last February 18. “That would be really cool!” answered Maria. She will be flown to Toronto by Virgin Radio in March to watch Lady Gaga’s show there. Her Born This Way cover on YouTube now has 10,518,814 views as of posting time and still counting.

The lives of the Domínguez family will change forever. Their lives will go around the events in the disappearance of Elisa , the daughter of the marriage between Raimundo Domínguez and Francisca Correa

Once she disappears, we begin to learn the secrets of every member of the family and friends; the paranoias start, histories from the past, themes that were supposed to be buried and the recriminations among family members start.

All these events lead us into having a long list of suspects, among them family members (uncles, cousins, and including his parents), fellow students, former workers of the tello and several friends that used to go to the same places she was going before disappearing.

Sarah Geronimo - Cover of Yes! Magazine March 2011

Pop princess Sarah Geronimo is the cover girl of the March 2011 issue of Yes! magazine Philippines.

For the first time, Sarah opens up about her failed romance with Rayver Cruz via an exclusive interview with the said magazine. It also contains the sides of her mom Divine, Sharon Cuneta, Judy Ann Santos, Beth Tamayo, Anna Dasig, John Lloyd Cruz, Cristine Reyes, and Rayver Cruz. The complete story is on the March 2011 issue. A digital version of YES! magazine is now available for international subscribers.

ABS-CBN Precious Hearts Romances: Hiyas

Hiyas is an upcoming Philippine romantic-drama TV series aired by ABS-CBN. It is the 15th installment of the Precious Hearts Romances series. After Kristine, Kapamilya dramatic-hearthtrob Zanjoe Marudo is back in yet another challenging role in a new exciting project on ABS-CBN, the romantic-drama series "Precious Hearts Romances: Hiyas".

Zanjoe will be paired this time with young Kapamilya actress Megan Young.Also in the cast are Joross Gamboa, John Arcilla, Noni Buencamino, Kristel Moreno, and Neri Naig.

2011 Anvil Awards Philippines Winners

Here are some of the winners in the 46th Anvil Awards held at the Isla Ballroom of EDSA Shangri-La Hotel:

GMA-7′s Lupang Hinirang’s cinematic version – Bronze Anvil
I M Ready campaign – GMA 7 (crisis or disaster and risk communications category)
KAPUSO: The GMA Story coffee table book (publications category)
GMA 60th anniversary celebration (special events category)
10.10.10. Run for Pasig River – Bronze anvil award plus award of excellence
Boto Mo, iPatrol Mo – ABS-CBN (award of excellence)
DZMM Kapamilya Shower Na (award of excellence)
Sagip Kapamilya (award of excellence)

The annual Anvil Awards is considered the most prestigious award in the Philippines’ public relations industry.

Vote MYX Nominees for MYX Music Awards 2011

MYX Music Channel just announced the nominees for the MYX Music Awards 2011. (Entries Below)

You can cast your votes for your favorite artists by texting MMA and sending it to 2331 for Globe and Sun subscribers, 231 for Smart subscribers, 2.50 pesos per vote for Globe and Sun subscribers, 2 pesos per vote for Sun subscribers. Voting period will be from February 7 up to March 7, 2011. The awards night will be held on March 15 at the Music Museum in Greenhills, San Juan.

Favorite Music Video
"Disney" - Tanya Markova
"Jeepney Love Story" - Yeng Constantino
"Kung Wala Na Nga" - 6cyclemind Feat. Kean Cipriano & Yeng Constantino
"Lakad" - Sandwich
"Liwanag" - Callalily

Favorite Song
"Cariño Brutal" - Slapshock
"Disney" - Tanya Markova
"Jeepney Love Story" - Yeng Constantino
"Kung Wala Na Nga" - 6cyclemind Feat. Kean Cipriano & Yeng Constantino
"Pakiusap Lang" - Parokya Ni Edgar

Favorite Artist
Callalily
Christian Bautista
Parokya Ni Edgar
Sandwich
Yeng Constantino

Favorite Female Artist
Juris
KC Concepcion
Kyla
Sarah Geronimo
Yeng Constantino

Favorite Male Artist
Billy Crawford
Christian Bautista
Gloc-9
Piolo Pascual
Rico Blanco

Favorite Group
6cyclemind
Callalily
Parokya Ni Edgar
Sandwich
Slapshock

Favorite Mellow Video
"Di Lang Ikaw" - Juris
"I Remember The Girl" - Christian Bautista
"Not Like The Movies" - KC Concepcion
"Sino Nga Ba S'ya" - Sarah Geronimo
"You Don't Know" - Regine Velasquez

Favorite Rock Video
"A Call To Arms" - Urbandub
"Alay" - Kamikazee
"Lakad" - Sandwich
"Neon Lights" - Rico Blanco
"What's Your Poison" - Chicosci

Favorite Urban Video
"Back To Love" - Quest
"Can't Get Enough" - Young Jv
"Fly With Me" - Duncan
"I Want You Back" - Krazykyle Feat. Luke Mejares
"Watchin' Me" - Hi-C

Favorite New Artist
Franco
General Luna
Kiss Jane
Quest
Tanya Markova

Favorite Indie Artist
Gaijin
Mr. Bones
Slex
Techy Romantics
Turbo Goth

Favorite Collaboration
"Kung Wala Na Nga" - 6cyclemind Feat. Kean Cipriano & Yeng Constantino
"Martilyo" - Gloc-9 Feat. Letter Day Story
"Please Be Careful With My Heart" - Christian Bautista & Sarah Geronimo
"Simulan Na Natin" - Kenyo Feat. Hi-C
"You've Got A Friend" - Billy Crawford & Nikki Gil

Favorite Remake
"Beautiful Girl" - Christian Bautista
"Himala" - Jay-R
"Kung Wala Ka" - Nikki Gil
"Too Much Love Will Kill You" - Jovit Baldivino
"Yakap" - Ogie Alcasid

Favorite Media Soundtrack
"In Your Eyes" - Rachelle Ann Go (In Your Eyes)
"Kaya Mo" - Protein Shake Feat. Ney Dimaculangan & Kean Cipriano (RPG Metanoia)
"Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo" - Gary Valenciano (Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo)
"Love Will Keep Us Together" - Sarah Geronimo (Hating Kapatid)
"Miss You Like Crazy" - Erik Santos (Miss You Like Crazy)

Favorite Guest Appearance In A Music Video
Angel Locsin ("Magkaibang Mundo" - Hale)
Anne Curtis ("Breathe Again" - Chicosci)
Dingdong Dantes & Marian Rivera ("You Don't Know" - Regine Velasquez)
Piolo Pascual ("Jeepney Love Story" - Yeng Constantino)
Richard Gutierrez ("Today I'll See The Sun" - Frencheska Farr)

Favorite MYX Celebrity VJ
Aljur Abrenica
Empress
Parokya Ni Edgar
Sam Milby
Yeng Constantino

Favorite MYX Live Performance
Neocolours
Noel Cabangon
Slapshock
Tanya Markova
The CompanY

Favorite International Video
"Baby" - Justin Bieber Feat. Ludacris
"Just The Way You Are" - Bruno Mars
"Love The Way You Lie" - Eminem Feat. Rihanna
"Pyramid" - Charice Feat. Iyaz
"Telephone" - Lady **** Feat. Beyonce

Favorite K-Pop Video
"Beautiful" - Beast
"Bingeul Bingeul" - Ukiss
"Bonamana" - Super Junior
"Go Away" - 2ne1
"Run Devil Run" - Girls' Generation

Jobert Sucaldito vs John Lapus

TV host-comedian John Lapus has threatened to file a libel complaint against radio host-columnist Jobert Sucaldito for accusing him of getting nearly hit by a bottle of Fundador in the head for harassing a certain “Kiko.”

“I am suing Jobert Sucadito, the showbiz editor of Bandera Ervin Santiago and her publisher Eileen G. Mangubat,” said Lapus. “This is also sa lahat ng mga tao na mga arista for that matter na inokray ni Jobert in the past at ginawan ng maling artikulo. This is for direk Wenn Deramas, Candy Pangilinan, Marian Rivera, Baby James Yap or even Dr. Vicky Belo. This is for all of us that’s why I’m suing,” Lapus added. Sucaldito claims that he has an audio recording of the incident.

Star Power Final Showdown Winner and Results

Top 5 Star Power Winner: By Order

1st: Angeline (Pop Belter)
2nd: Krissel (Soulful Diva)
3rd: Monica (Charming Biritera)
4th: K-La (R&B Sweetheart)
5th: Akiko (Sweet & Sexy Siren)

Donaire vs Montiel Fight Video Replay

Donaire wins through TKO in 2 rounds.

Watch the Replay Here

Hayden Kho and Vicki Belo Wedding

Doctor to the Stars Vicki Belo and Hayden Kho are reportedly going to have their wedding this year.

This was accidentally revealed by Yolanda Hadid, fiancee of international singer David Foster. “I’m getting married 11-11-11 [November 11, 2011]. They’re [Belo and Kho] getting married on 12,” she allegedly said in an interview. Hadid flew in from the United States to attend the opening of Belo’s newest clinic in Greenbelt, Makati. The couple refused to comment on the rumored wedding.

10-year-old Filipina Maria Aragon makes Lady Gaga Cry

10-year-old Canadian-Filipina Maria Aragon who is based in Winnipeg, Canada is now making waves on YouTube.

Her cover of Lady Gaga’s song “Born This Way” now has 1,172,315 views as of this posting because it was promoted no less than Lady Gaga herself. “Can’t stop crying watching this. This is why I make music. She is the future.” the multiplatinum pop superstar reportedly tweeted to her more than 8 million Twitter followers. One of Maria’s dreams is to perform on Ellen Degeneres’ show.

Donaire vs Montiel Free Live Streaming

The Filipino Flash, Nonito Donaire (25-1, 17 KOs) is out to take the WBC and WBO Bantamweight belts of Mexican Fernando Montiel (44-2-2, 34 KOs) in a 12-round fight on February 19 (Feb. 20, Sunday morning in Manila) at the Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas.

The fight dubbed “Ang Pagtutuos: Nonito Donaire vs. Fernando Montiel” will be aired via delayed telecast on ABS-CBN starting at 10:15AM, Sunday (replay at 11:30PM) and 9PM on Studio 23. As for live streaming (read: watch the fight as it happens), you can catch it via sopcast channels, justin tv, freedocast, ustream, and other online methods. We will update this post once we get more information on live streaming channels so we can all know the results and updates in real time.

USTv Awards 2011 Winners

Here are the winners of the 7th USTv Awards (2011) held last night, February 17, at the University of Santo Tomas (UST):

Best Actor in a Daily Soap Opera – Coco Martin (ABS-CBN)
Best Actress in a Daily Soap Opera – Angelica Panganiban (ABS-CBN)
Best Local Daily Soap Opera – Agua Bendita (ABS-CBN)
Best Foreign Daily Soap Opera – He’s Beautiful (ABS-CBN)
Best Drama Program – MMK (ABS-CBN)
Best Entertainment News Program – The Buzz (ABS-CBN)
Best Variety Show – ASAP XV (ABS-CBN)
Best Educational Show – Matanglawin (ABS-CBN)
Best Public Affairs Talk Show Program – The Bottomline (ABS-CBN)
Best Male News & Current Affairs Program Host – Ted Failon (ABS-CBN)
Best Female News & Current Affairs Program Host – Karen Davila (ABS-CBN)
Best Public Service Program – Salamat Dok! (ABS-CBN)
Best Sports Program – UAAP (Studio 23)
Best Music Channel – MYX (ABS-CBN)
Best Music Video – “Di Lang Ikaw” by Juris (Star Records)
Best Reality Program – Talentadong Pinoy (TV5)
Best Gag Show – Bubble Gang (GMA 7)
Best Sitcom – Pepito Manaloto (GMA 7)
Best Game Show – Hole in the Wall (GMA 7)
Best Talk Variety Program – Mel & Joey (GMA 7)
Best Documentary Program – I-Witness (GMA 7)
Best Magazine Program – Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (GMA 7)
Best Local News & Current Affairs Program – 24 Oras (GMA 7)
Best Animated Program – Doraemon (GMA 7)

Pinoy Big Brother Season 4 Audition Schedules

Here are the audition schedules (2011) of the 4th season of ABS-CBN’s Pinoy Big Brother (PBB):

March 4 – Metro Manila
March 10 – Pangasinan
March 16 – Camarines Sur
March 19 – Davao
March 24 – Laguna
April 6 – Bacolod
April 18 – Ormoc
June 4 – Cebu
June 9 – Bukidnon
June 15 – Zamboanga

Holiday on February 25

February 25, 2011 (Friday) is the 25th anniversary of the 1986 EDSA People Power revolution.

So a lot of people are asking if Malacañang declared it a holiday. Good news for students but bad news for workers because Malacañang announced that the said date is a working day and only a school holiday. It means there will be no classes in all levels nationwide but a regular working day in the government and the private sector.

My Mistress, My Wife – GMA 7

My Mistress, My Wife is an upcoming afternoon drama on GMA 7.

Previously titled “Moral,” it will be topbilled by Nadine Samonte and Maxene Magalona. Members of its cast include Luis Alandy at Marco Alcaraz. It will replace the series, “Koreana” and will be directed by Jay Altarejos.

Fashion designer Puey Quiñones on alleged fashion scam

Fashion designer Puey Quiñones aired his side on the alleged fashion scam that is currently the talk of the town.

But let us first give you a brief background of what happened. A certain Jhon Maala ordered a custom-made suit from Puey Quiñones that he will used for his wedding. The suit was later on delivered and he was charged 30,000 pesos for it. This is where the alleged “fashion scam” started because Jhon discovered that the said suit has two labels, Bobon by Puey Quiñones and a Dansen care label in the hidden pocket. Puey Quiñones has reportedly issued a statement and public apology. He is doing the best that he can to fix the situation and make sure that it does not happen again.

AGB Nielsen TV Ratings February 14, 2011

Here are the TV ratings in the Philippines last February 14, 2011 based on the survey of AGB Nielsen (People Ratings) in Mega Manila:

Temptation of Wife (GMA-7) – 12.1%
Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 10.8%
Koreana (GMA-7) – 9.3%
Nita Negrita (GMA-7) – 7.8%
Alakdana (GMA-7) – 7%
Kapuso Movie Festival: Forever (GMA-7) – 4.9%
Face To Face (TV5) – 4.3%
One Piece (GMA-7) / Showtime (ABS-CBN) / Kapitan Inggo (ABS-CBN) – 4%
Shaman King (GMA-7) / Happy, Yipee, Yehey! (ABS-CBN) – 3.8%
Malparida (ABS-CBN) / Juanita Banana (ABS-CBN) – 3.6%

Mara Clara (ABS-CBN) – 12.1%
24 Oras (GMA-7) – 11.4%
Imortal (ABS-CBN) – 10.8%
Bantatay (GMA-7) – 10.7%
Dwarfina (GMA-7) – 10.6%
Mutya (ABS-CBN) / The Baker King (GMA-7) – 10.2%
Machete (GMA-7) – 10.1%
TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) / I ♥You Pare (GMA-7) – 9.4%
Babaeng Hampaslupa (TV5) – 8.6%
Willing Willie (TV5) – 8.3%

PHR Presents Mana Po this Monday - ABS-CBN

Suportahan ang Prinsipe at Prinsesa ng MASA sa kanilang kauna-unang pagbibida sa isang serye! =)

TUMAWA,UMIYAK AT UMIBIG NGAYONG BUWAN NG FEB-IBIG!!! ABANGAN ang MELASON sa MANA PO ngayon Feb. 21 na!!

Magic Palayok – GMA 7

Magic Palayok is an upcoming fantaserye on GMA 7.

This Walt Disney inspired series is topbilled by Carla Abellana and Geoff Eigenmann. Members of its cast include Cherie Gil, Chynna Ortaleza, Manilyn Reynes, Angeli Nicole Sanoy and Mikee Cojuangco-Jaworski. Magic Palayok will replace the primetime drama series, Bantatay on February 28 and is directed by Joel Lamangan.

Amaya – GMA 7

Amaya is an upcoming epicserye on GMA 7.

It is topbilled by Marian Rivera. Her leading men are Sid Lucero and Mikael Daez. Other members of its cast include Glaiza de Castro, Gina Alajar, Lani Mercado, Gardo Versoza, Rochelle Pangilinan, Kristoffer Martin, AJ Dee, Rocky Salumbides, Ana Capri, Roy Alvarez, and Buboy Villar.

ABS-CBN Presents Oka2kat

Oka2kat is an upcoming horror-serye on ABS-CBN.

It is the return of the original horror-serye !Oka Tokat, which ran from 1997 to 2002. One of the confirmed cast members is Pinoy Big Brother Double Up ex-housemate Paul Jake Castillo.

Junior MasterChef Pinoy Edition – ABS-CBN

Junior MasterChef Pinoy Edition is an upcoming reality show for kids.

It is the Philippine version of the UK reality show, Junior MasterChef. It will be hosted by Judy Ann Santos. Kids aged 8 to 12 years old who have a talent in cooking can go and audition by calling (02) 415-22-72 local 3500 from 9AM to 6PM only.

Philippine TV Ratings February 13 2011

Here are the TV Ratings in the Philippines last February 13, 2011 (Sunday) based on the survey of Kantar Media Philippines (formerly TNS):

Kapuso Movie Sunday Festival: Moments of Love (GMA-7) – 12%
ASAP Rocks (ABS-CBN) – 11.7%
Party Pilipinas (GMA-7) / The Buzz (ABS-CBN) – 10.7%
Kapamilya Sunday Blockbusters: The Lizzie McGuire Movie (ABS-CBN) – 10.3%
Reel Love Presents Tween Hearts (GMA-7) – 10.2%
Your Song Presents Kim (ABS-CBN) – 9.2%
Showbiz Central (GMA-7) – 8.1%
AHA! (GMA-7) – 7.2%
Matanglawin (ABS-CBN) – 7%
Bakugan Battle Brawlers (GMA-7) – 6.4%

Charice Home For Valentine’s (GMA-7) – 24%
Rated K (ABS-CBN) – 23.7%
Goin’ Bulilit (ABS-CBN) – 21.1%
TV Patrol Weekend (ABS-CBN) – 20%
Kap’s Amazing Stories (GMA-7) – 19.8%
Pepito Manaloto (GMA-7) – 19.1%
Star Power: Sharon’s Search for the Next Pop Superstar (ABS-CBN) – 14.9%
24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) – 13.5%
Magic? Gimik! (TV5) – 11.8%
Talentadong Pinoy (TV5) – 11.6%

Viva Films Present Tumbok Movie

Tumbok is an upcoming horror movie produced by Viva Films.

It is topbilled by Cristine Reyes and Carlo Aquino. Tumbok is directed by Topel Lee who directed the “Isla” episode of the horror movie and MMFF entry Shake Rattle and Roll XII. “Talagang pinag-aaralan niya [Topel] bawat eksena — mapasimpleng eksena man ito o heavy scene. Marami din akong natututunan.” Cristine said of the director.

Grammy Awards 2011 Winners

Here are the winners of the 53rd Grammy Awards held at Staples Center on February 13, 2011 in Los Angeles, California:

Album Of The Year – Arcade Fire, “The Suburbs”
Record Of The Year – Lady Antebellum, “Need You Now”
Song Of The Year – “Need You Now” (Lady Antebellum, Performers)
Best New Artist – Esperanza Spalding
Best Female Pop Vocal Performance – Lady Gaga, “Bad Romance”
Best Male Pop Vocal Performance – Bruno Mars, “Just The Way You Are”
Best Pop Vocal Album – Lady Gaga, “The Fame Monster”
Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album – Michael Buble, “Crazy Love”
Best Electronic/Dance Album – La Roux, “La Roux”
Best Solo Rock Vocal Performance – Paul Mccartney, “Helter Skelter”
Best Hard Rock Performance – Them Crooked Vultures, “New Fang”
Best Metal Performance – Iron Maiden, “El Dorado”
Best Rock Song – “Angry World” (Neil Young)
Best Rock Album – Muse, “The Resistance”
Best Alternative Music Album – The Black Keys, “Brothers”
Best Female R&B Vocal Performance – Fantasia, “Bittersweet”
Best Male R&B Vocal Performance – Usher, “There Goes My Baby”
Best Urban/Alternative Performance – Cee Lo Green, “F*** You!”
Best R&B Song – “Shine” (John Legend And The Roots)
Best Contemporary R&B Album – Usher, “Raymond V. Raymond”
Best Rap Solo Performance – Eminem, “Not Afraid”
Best Rap Song – “Empire State Of Mind” (Jay-Z And Alicia Keys, Performers)
Best Rap Album – Eminem, “Recovery”
Best Female Country Vocal Performance – Miranda Lambert, “The House That Built Me”
Best Male Country Vocal Performance – Keith Urban, “‘Til Summer Comes Around”
Best Country Song – “Need You Now” (Lady Antebellum, Performers)
Best Country Album – Lady Antebellum, “Need You Now”
Best Contemporary Jazz Album – The Stanley Clarke Band, “The Stanley Clarke Band”
Best Americana Album – Mavis Staples, “You Are Not Alone”
Best Contemporary Blues Album – Buddy Guy, “Living Proof”
Best Contemporary Folk Album – Ray Lamontagne And The Prairie Dogs, “God Willin’ & The Creek Don’t Rise”
Best Classical Album – Verdi: Requiem (Ildar Abdrazakov, Olga Borodina, Barbara Frittoli & Mario Zeffiri; Chicago Symphony Orchestra; Chicago Symphony Chorus)

Gandingan Awards 2011 Winners (ABS-CBN)

Here are the winners of the 2011 UP Los Baños Gandingan Awards from ABS-CBN:

Umagang Kay Ganda (UKG) – Best morning show
TV Patrol – Best news program
Matanglawin – Best youth oriented program
The Bottomline with Boy Abunda – Best development-oriented talk show
UKG hosts – Best morning show hosts
Ted Failon – Best news anchor
Kim Atienza -Best field reporter and best youth-oriented program host.
Boy Abunda – Best development-oriented talk show host
Tambayan 101.9 – Best FM station
DZMM Radyo Patrol – Best AM station
DJ ChinaHeart, DJ Charlie – Best disc jockeys
Ted Failon – Best AM announcer
ABS-CBN – Most development-oriented TV station
Tambalang Failon at Sanchez – Most development-oriented AM program
Martin D and ChinaHeart – Most development-oriented FM program

Happy, Yipee, Yehey! – ABS-CBN New Noontime Show

Happy, Yipee, Yehey! is the title of ABS-CBN’s new noontime show that will replace Pilipinas Win na Win.

The show will be hosted by Randy Santiago, John Estrada, Toni Gonzaga, and Mariel Rodriguez. YouTube star Jobert, Bianca Manalo, Bentong, and Melai Cantiveros will also be part of “Happy, Yipee, Yehey!.” It’s pilot episode will air on February 12 at the Ynares Sports Center.

Philippine TV Ratings February 2, 2011 - AGB Nielsen

Here are the TV ratings in the Philippines last February 2, 2011 based on the survey of AGB Nielsen (People Ratings) in Mega Manila:

Temptation of Wife (GMA-7) – 13.2%
Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 11.2%
Koreana (GMA-7) – 9.1%
Alakdana (GMA-7) – 7.4%
Little Star (GMA-7) – 7.2%
Kapuso Movie Festival: Ober Da Bakod Da Movie (GMA-7) – 5.1%
Kapamilya Blockbusters: Hostage (ABS-CBN) – 4.7%
Juanita Banana (ABS-CBN) – 4.4%
One Piece (GMA-7) / Showtime (ABS-CBN) / Malparida (ABS-CBN) – 3.9%
Face To Face (TV5) – 3.5%

Mara Clara (ABS-CBN) – 14.8%
24 Oras (GMA-7) – 13.7%
Bantatay (GMA-7) – 12.3%
Dwarfina (GMA-7) / Imortal (ABS-CBN) – 11.8%
Beauty Queen (GMA-7) – 11.5%
The Baker King (GMA-7) – 11.1%
Mutya (ABS-CBN) – 11%
Noah (ABS-CBN) – 10.8%
Machete (GMA-7) – 10.7%
TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) – 9.3%

Sam Milby and DJ Andi Manzano are Dating?

Actor Sam Milby denied the rumor that he was spotted in a bar on a date with DJ Andi Manzano.

“No. Andi and I are not dating… we only have common friends. Same group of friends,” he reportedly said. Asked if there is a possibility of them being together in the future, Sam answered: “Possibly it could happen but we are just friends talaga,” he said. When he’s not working, the hunk actor spends his time doing motorcross. He is currently preparing for The National Motocross Championship and the Asian Motocross Event.

Charice: Home for Valentines in GMA 7

International singing sensation Charice will be having a TV special for GMA-7 titled “Charice: Home for Valentine’s.”

It will be aired on February 13. Ogie Alcasid, Rachelle Ann Go and Elmo Magalona are just some of the artists that are included in the show. Charice was supposed to shoot a Christmas special for GMA last November but it didn’t push through because she was sick with the stomach flu.

Cebu Pacific Piso Fare Promo

It starts today, February 4, and for travel from June 1 to September 30, 2011. You can book flights to Cebu Pacific’s 33 domestic destinations — Bacolod, Boracay (Caticlan), Busuanga (Coron), Butuan, Calbayog, Cagayan de Oro, Catarman, Cauayan (Isabela), Cebu, Clark, Cotabato, Davao, Dipolog, Dumaguete, General Santos, Iloilo, Kalibo, Legaspi, Laoag, Manila, Naga, Ozamiz, Pagadian, Puerto Princesa, Roxas, San Jose (Mindoro), Siargao, Surigao, Tacloban, Tagbilaran, Tuguegarao, Virac and Zamboanga.

Iwa Moto and Mickey Ablan Wedding Info

A screenshot of the alleged marriage certificate of actress Iwa Moto and her boyfriend Mickey Ablan is making the rounds on the Internet.

Based on the picture or photo, a certain Aileen Iwamoto (Iwa’s real name) and Michael Angelo Ablan Jr. got married in Silang, Cavite. The actress earlier denied the marriage rumors. Iwa is currently part of the cast of GMA-7′s fantaserye Dwarfina.

Meet the New Charlie’s Angels

The cast for ABC’s reboot of the classic action series in the 70s has been completed.

The new Charlie’s Angels are:

Minka Kelly, 30 y/o (Friday Night Lights)

Annie Ilonzeh, 27 y/o (General Hospital)

Rachael Taylor, 26 y/o (Transformers, Grey’s Anatomy)

The series’ focus will be on three women who work as a team of private investigators in Miami who receive their orders from the mysterious Charlie Townsend (Robert Wagner voices him in this incarnation).

Serving as one of the executive producers for the show is actress Drew Barrymore, who also played a Charlie’s angel in two films. Alfred Gough and Miles Millar from Smallville will be the writers for the series.

GMA-7 Celebrates Kapuso Month this February

“Dahil ang maGMAmahal, natural sa Kapuso” – this is GMA’s slogan for the Kapuso month of February!

This is the reason behind GMA Network, Inc.’s efforts this February as the Network celebrates Kapuso Month with love-filled offerings to warm viewers’ hearts.

To kick off Kapuso Month, GMA brings the tandem of Regine Velasquez and Dingdong Dantes to primetime television via the romantic comedy, I Heart You Pare. This much-anticipated series—set in the colorful world of Club Love, where drag queens rule—premieres February 7 on GMA Telebabad.

On Dramarama sa Hapon, Kapuso fans can expect new programs that will be sure to tug on their heartstrings: Nita Negrita, with Barbie Forteza and Joshua Dionisio; Sisid with Jackie Rice, Ian Batherson and Dominic Roco; and Magic Palayok with Geoff Eigenmann, Carla Abellana, Nadine Samonte, Angeli Nicole Sanoy and Ms. Cherie Gil.

Come February 9, GMA Films and Regal Entertainment’s My Valentine Girls hits cinemas. The romantic trilogy partners Kapuso hunk Richard Gutierrez with some of today’s most sought-after leading ladies—Rhian Ramos, Lovi Poe, Solenn Heussaff, and Eugene Domingo. Child wonder Jillian Ward will also be part of this film.

Then on February 13, catch international singing sensation Charice in her GMA special, Charice: Home for Valentine’s.

Throughout February, fans can be sure to catch other Kapuso Month festivities as GMA programs toast this special time with viewers.

In the regions, it’s double the fun as Kapuso stars bring the Kapuso Month celebrations to the Bacolaodiat Festival in Bacolod City on February 4; the Paraw Regatta in Iloilo City on February 18 to 19; and the Panagbenga Flower Festival in Baguio City on February 27.

On igma.tv and Facebook, fans can participate in the Kapuso Month activities via discussions and quizzes on matters of the heart.

So stay tuned to GMA-7 this February as the Network celebrates Kapuso Month.

TV 5 My Driver Sweet Lover Takes Final Route this Week

TV5′s first kilig-serye My Driver Sweet Lover nears its last stop as it goes on its finale week. More explosive revelations and heart stopping highlights are coming your way as Rocky (JC de Vera) and Gaby (Danita Paner) beat the odds for their love for each other.

Find out how far Araceli (Dina Bonnevie) will go in draining the Barrinuevo’s coffers. Gaby’s scheming stepmom stoops down so low even her daughter Monique (Arci Muñoz), who used to be her partner in crime, will do everything she can to stop her mother’s wickedness.

The kilig cat-and-dog fight between Rocky and Gaby will go on as the hotel heiress, bit by bit, realizes that the charming driver is indeed Randy, her childhood “frenemy” back when they were housed in an orphanage.

Meanwhile, wedding bells surround the remaining episodes of the series. Check out who’s finally tying to knot in the much-anticipated final episode of My Driver Sweet Lover on Friday, February 4.

Don’t miss the last four episodes of My Driver Sweet Lover starting on Tuesday (February 1) after Wow Meganon (with daily catch-up episodes in the afternoons after Glass Castle) on TV5.

Richard Gutierrez and Solenn Heussaff – Cosmopolitan February 2011 Cover

The Valentine Box-Office King Richard Gutierrez is on the cover of Cosmopolitan Philippines together with one of his leading ladies, Solenn Heussaff.

t’s “couple” issue once again for Cosmopolitan magazine because it’s Valentine’s month. Just like last year, it’s a double cover issue with the covergirl on the front side and she and her partner together on the back side.

Last year it was Angelica Panganiban on the cover and of course, on the reversed side, she’s joined by her boyfriend Derek Ramsay.

This year, it’s Richard Gutierrez and Solenn Heussaff, as the featured couple on Cosmo. Although they are not officially a couple yet, rumor has it that the two are getting there.

Solenn is a good friend of Richard and she is one of his leading ladies in his upcoming romantic movie “My Valentine Girls.”

Luv Crazy on TV5 this February

Luv Crazy is a youth-oriented romantic mini-series on TV5 that will air every Sunday (after PO5) for the month of February. It stars young Indie actor Jay Aquitania, Pilipinas Got Talent finalist Markki Stroem, Bb. Pilipinas International 2008 Patricia Fernandez and Star Factor winner Eula Caballero.

It will start airing this Sunday, February 6, after PO5 (that’s the timeslot of ABS-CBN’s Your Song and GMA’s Tween Hearts).

Enchong Dee and Erich Gonzales – MEG February 2011 Cover

Enchong Dee and Erich Gonzales have been together in various TV and movie projects and they become very close…as friends.

Erich revealed during her interview in the launching of a product endorsement that Enchong is currently “eyeing” for someone to become his girlfriend and it’s definitely not her. Rumor has it that Kim Chiu is the apple of the young actor’s eyes and he would like to take the friendship with the .

Enchong, on the other hand, also hinted that his partner Erich is “blooming” nowadays in time for Valentines. In an interview by SNN last night, Enchong said “Masasabi ko naman na masaya rin naman si Erich, inspired din naman siya, kaya masayang masaya ang relationship namin, pareho kaming masaya.”

Other features inside the Love Month issue of MEG include “100+ Valentine’s Lust-Haves”, “How to Wear Shimmery Eyes & Side-Pinned Hair,” “Rebound Love,” “Approach a Guy Without Being Slutty” and so much more.

Other celebrities featured are Alex Gonzaga & Kean Cipriano, Melai Cantiveros & Jason Francisco, David Archuleta and many more.

MEG, the EnRich issue, is now available nationwide wherever magazines are sold.

Philippine TV Ratings January 31 2011

Here are the TV Ratings in the Philippines last January 31, 2011 based on the survey of Kantar Media Philippines (formerly TNS):

Temptation of Wife (GMA-7) – 21.3%
Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 19.3%
Koreana (GMA-7) – 14.4%
I Love You So: Autumn’s Concerto (ABS-CBN) – 13.7%
Kapamilya Blockbusters: Alyas Pogi – Ang Pagbabalik (ABS-CBN) – 13.4%
Kapuso Movie Festival: Isang Kahig Tatlong Tuka (GMA-7) – 12%
Showtime (ABS-CBN) – 11.9%
Little Star (GMA-7) – 11.4%
Juanita Banana (ABS-CBN) / Alyna (ABS-CBN) – 11%
Malparida (ABS-CBN) – 10.7%

Mara Clara (ABS-CBN) – 34.6%
Mutya (ABS-CBN) – 32.6%
Noah (ABS-CBN) – 29.3%
TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) – 28.1%
Imortal (ABS-CBN) – 28%
24 Oras (GMA-7) – 22.3%
Sabel (ABS-CBN) – 20.9%
Dwarfina (GMA-7) – 19.6%
Bantatay (GMA-7) – 17.5%
Machete (GMA-7) – 17.3%

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