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DZMM’s annual fun run to raise funds for deserving scholars has drawn support from the alumni of the St. Jude Catholic School batch 1990, which is backing the “DZMM Takbo Para sa Karunungan.”
“We saw the value of DZMM’s project, and it is about education, which also happened to be our advocacy. We believe that education is the most important factor for the individuals to excel in their lives by getting a better career,” said SJCS ’90 president Francis Yu.
Bea Alonzo is in “bloom” on the cover of Metro magazine’s The Beauty Issue (April 2013). She has really lost a lot of weight and with it has seemed to let go of the wholesome image. Not that she’s uber daring and all, but she now exudes a more mature, more sexy image. She will next be seen in a Star Cinema movie with her bestfriend Shaina Magdayao, Toni Gonzaga, Enchong Dee and Angel Locsin.
Box-office royalties Sarah Geronimo and John Lloyd Cruz admitted that they are equally excited, just like the rest of the moviegoers nationwide, for the much-awaited big screen return of two of the most-loved Pinoy movie characters namely, Laida Magtalas (Sarah) and Miggy Montenegro (John Lloyd) via “It Takes A Man And A Woman,” the third installment of the most successful Filipino film franchise co-produced by Star Cinema and Viva Films. “It Takes A Man And A Woman” is set to hit cinemas nationwide on Black Saturday (March 30).
The Laida-Miggy love story is so special to Sarah and John Lloyd that they both felt challenged in doing the third, and possibly the last installment of the movie franchise.
“Emotional ako sa paggawa ng movie na ito kasi napakasaya ng feeling na after four years ay nagkasama-sama kami ulit nila John Lloyd, Direk Cathy Garcia-Molina, and the whole cast na magagaling lahat. Pero nandun rin ‘yung lungkot kasi baka ito na ‘yung last installment ng movie series na ito na nag-start sa ‘A Very Special Love’ at sinundan ng ‘You Changed My Life,” said Sarah.
“Sana ‘yung naging learnings ng characters namin maalala ng lahat ng manonood. But if there’s one thing that I can really guarantee is that we have a very good ending at lalabas sila ng sinehan na talagang masaya katulad nang kung paano naging masaya sina Miggy at Laida,” John Lloyd expressed.
Like the rest of the nation, Sarah and John Lloyd loved the series even more not only because of the romantic scenes between Laida and Miggy but because of the lessons imparted by the characters. “Syempre nalungkot ako na nagbreak sila Laida at Miggy. Iba ‘yung naituro nu’n sa akin habang ginagawa ko ‘yung pelikula,” shared Sarah. “My character, Laida, has always been a believer of fairytales at dito sa movie, at dito sa movie, makikita mo ‘yung growth niya at maturity niya. At ‘yun ang gusto ko ring ma-apply unti-unti para sa sarili ko.”
John Lloyd also confessed how attached he is with his character Miggy. “Hindi lang naman kami gumagawa ng pelikula para lang may maipalabas. Kapag inaangkin mo kasi ‘yung character, nag-e-exist siya sa buhay mo. So ‘yung struggles at journey niya, nagiging struggles at journey mo rin. ‘Yung mga natutunan niya, natutunan mo din. At kay Miggy, halos nagsabay kasi ang growth namin as a person so kaya ganon na lang ako talaga ka-emotional these past few days. It’s like saying goodbye to a friend,” the actor said.
With the learnings they got from the experiences of Laida and Miggy, Sarah and John Lloyd were even made closer in their love team’s return on the big screen.
“Ito ang pinakamagandang naabot ng relasyon namin ni Sarah bilang magkatrabaho at bilang magkaibigan,” said John Lloyd. “Alam naming marami pa kaming dapat matutunan sa isa’t-isa, which makes it very exciting and inspiring kasi hindi naman dito natatapos ‘yung istorya namin and I’m looking forward to another journey para sa aming dalawa.”
What were the trials that Laida and Miggy faced after their break-up? Is it really the end for their love story or will Laida and Miggy rediscover the magic of the ‘very special lovek they once shared?
Aside from Sarah and John Lloyd, also part of “It Takes A Man And A Woman” are Joross Gamboa, Gio Alvarez, Matet De Leon, Al Tantay, Irma Adlawan, Guji Lorenzana, Rowel Santiago, and Dante Rivero. The film also introduces model-host Isabelle Daza, who will plays the character of Belle, the socialite girlfriend of Miggy.
Don’t miss the return of the most successful romantic-comedy movie series “It Takes A Man And A Woman” which will be shown on theaters nationwide on March 30, 2013.
For more information and latest updates about “It Takes A Man And A Woman” simply visit www.StarCinema.com.ph, http://facebook.com/StarCinema and http://twitter.com/StarCinema.
Defending champions for the 21km men’s and 10km foreign categories ruled this year’s “3rd Takbo para sa Karunungan,” organized by ABS-CBN’s AM station DZMM, after they reclaimed their championship title and scored a back-to-back win yesterday (Mar 23) at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila, where over 3,000 runners united to run for the benefit of 75 young Filipino scholars.
Two-time Olympian and now, two-time “DZMM Takbo Para sa Karungungan” champion, Eduardo Buenavista, led the male runners by touching the finish line with the time of 1 hour, 13 minutes and 21 seconds (01:13:21) for the 21km category while Kenyan Willy Rotich, who topped the 5km race way back in 2011, once again clinched the top spot in the 10km foreign male category with the time of 32 minutes and 57 seconds (32:57).
Luisa Raterta, meanwhile, controlled the 21km female category as she finished with a time of 1 hour, 33 minutes and 09 seconds (01:33:09). Raterta won third last year in the 10km women’s race category.
Richard Salano (33:20), on the other hand, secured the top spot in the 10km men’s race, with Rene Herrera (34:26) and Orson Quisay (35:52) coming in second and third respectively, while Jenysmyl Mabunga (41:37) dominated the 10km female race followed by Michelle De Vera (45:00) on second and Jenelyn Jurdilla (46:41) on third.
Other top finishers include Rafael Poliquit (16:07) and Dalya Camen (23:07) for the 5 km race; and Roy Lumauag (13:23) and Nancy Lumauag (21:11) for the 6-9 year old age bracket, and Alessandro Luciano (11:42) and Leonalyn Raterta (11:49) for the 10-12 year old age bracket of the young runners’ 3km sprint.
For the special awards, 87-year old Felix Belarmino was awarded as the oldest participant of the fun run. The Biggest Government Contingent award was given to National Mapping and Resource Information Authority (NAMRIA), while the Biggest NGO contingent was CFC ANCOP Tekton Foundation, Inc.
DZMM ambassadors Kim Atienza and Karylle with actor MatteoGuidecilli, ABS-CBN Manila Radio Division Head Peter Musngi, and DZMM anchors Ariel Ureta, Ahwel Paz, Winnie Cordero, Marisciel Yao, Claire Castro, and Carl Balita were among the television and radio personalities who took part in this year’s fun run.
This is the 14th year of the DZMM’s annual funrun. It was first launched in 1999 as “DZMM Takbo Para sa Kalikasan” that supported several campaigns for the environment. It thenlater on evolved to “Takbo para sa Karunungan” to support the station’s thrust in promoting education.
Funds raised from this campaign will be used to continue thescholarship of 75 student-beneficiaries from Cagayan de Oro and Metro Manila who were affected by the typhoon Sendong, Ondoy and the Habagat.
ABS-CBN STATEMENT
23 March 2013
Ms. Kris Aquino and her kids are going on an earlier planned vacation starting today, March 23.
Upon her return, Kris will fulfill her commitments to her soap “Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw,” which is nearing its end. She will also have to stay as a judge in “Pilipinas Got Talent” till its end on June. Being a foreign franchise, there are commitments we have to fulfill and rules we need to abide by.
Kris TV had taped advanced episodes in anticipation of her long planned vacation with her sons.
Ms. Kris aquino and ABS-CBN management are also scheduled to meet upon her return to Manila.
Meanwhile, we wish Kris and her sons a peaceful and restful vacation. We respect her need for privacy at this difficult time.
- Bong R. Osorio, Head of ABS-CBN Integrated Corporate Communications
ABS-CBN’s hit kilig-serye “Be Careful With My Heart” is set to begin its highly anticipated world tour on Thursday (March 28) as Maya (Jodi Sta. Maria), Sir Chief (Richard Yap) and their respective families in the show fly to the Middle East for the first leg of the event.
In partnership with The Filipino Channel (TFC), the world tour kick-off will happen on March 28 at Abu Dhabi, Du Forum, Yas Island from 9pm to 10:30pm. While on March 29 (Friday), Maya and Sir Chief will give total entertainment to their supporters who will join them in Dubai, Indian High School, Oud Metha Dubai from 8pm to 9:30pm.
TFC subscribers who are interested to take part in the “Be Careful With My Heart” world tour in Middle East may simply contact 0506708699 or 0529089789.
After their Middle East tour, Maya and Sir Chief will continue on spreading the good vibes from the Philippines to the United States and Canada. They will have special shows in Los Angeles on May 10 (Friday) and in Florida on May 12 (Sunday). The hit tandem and the other cast members of the show will also join the “One Kapamilya Go!” event in Canada on May 19 (Sunday), which will be held at Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto.
Don’t miss “Be Careful With My Heart,” everyday, 11:45am, before “It’s Showtime” on ABS-CBN’s Prime-Tanghali. Also, don’t miss “Be Careful With My Heart Sabado Rewind” every Saturday, 10:30 am, before “It’s Showtime.”
For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com, follow @becarefulheart on Twitter; and ‘like’ the show’s official Facebook fanpage at www.facebook.com/becarefulwithmyheartofficial.
Philippines’ Pop Rock Princess Yeng Constantino recently received back-to-back achievements. She bagged the Favorite Female Artist trophy from MYX Music Awards 2013 and as her latest album under Star Records, “Metamorphosis,” was named as one of the Philippines’ overall (foreign and local) best-selling albums based on the nationwide sales reports of Astroplus/Astrovision from March 11 to 17.
“I’m so happy with all the blessings that I’ve been getting. I’m really overwhlemed,” said the award-winning singer. “I thank God for it and dedicated everything to Him. Long live OPM!”
Under the production of Pinoy rock icon Raimund Marasigan, “Metamorphosis” is a 10-track all-original album that features Yeng’s compositions including “Hahanapin Kita,” “Josephine,” “Messiah,” “Pasensya Na,” “Sana ‘Di Pa Huli,” “Teleserye,” “Pag-ibig,” “Sandata,” and the carrier single “B.A.B.A.Y.” Meanwhile, the song “Chinito,” composed by Yeng’s friend Jed Dumawal, is set to be the album’s second single.
“Metamorphosis” is still available on all record bars nationwide at only P299. The digital tracks of the album can now be downloaded via www.mymusicstore.com.ph and iTunes.
For more information about “Metamorphosis,” visit Star Records’ Facebook fanpage at www.facebook.com/starrecordsphil or follow @starrecordsph on Twitter.
Box-office royalties John Lloyd Cruz and Sarah Geronimo will spread ‘a very special’ summer love in “ASAP 18” this Sunday (March 24) as they officially launch “It Takes A Man and A Woman,” the third instalment of their hit romantic-comedy series topbilled by their characters Miggy and Laida.
Get caught with the hottest summer romance with the special visit of “Be Careful With My Heart” stars Jodi Sta.Maria, Mutya Orquia, Jerome Ponce, Janella Salvador, Doris and Sabel. TV viewers will further enjoy ‘da best’ summer production number from Star Magic Circle 2013 boys Jerome, Khalil Ramos, Kit Thompson, Jon Lucas, Julian Estrada, and Alex Diaz.
Join in the fun with the back-to-back-to-back celebrations with the must not miss surprise of the whole ASAP Kapamilya for the birthday girl Kathryn Bernardo; followed by the birthday bash for Bamboo and Enrique Gil; and the gold record awarding to Breakthrough Actor of 2012 Paulo Avelino.
Meanwhile, witness another jaw-dropping performance from Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano together with his children Gab, Paolo, and Kiana as they share the touching story of a father and son in ‘With Love, Gary, V.’
Prepare for the ultimate summer treat this season with the world-class concert experience by ZsaZsa Padilla, Jamie Rivera, Vina Morales, Erik Santos, Jed Madela, Jericho Rosales, and the ASAP Covers Sam Milby, Zia Quizon, Paolo Valenciano, and Yeng Constantino.
Beat the summer heat with coolest dance moves in the breathtaking Supahdance showcase of KC Concepcion, Kim Chiu, Maja Salvador, Julia Montes, Jessy Mendiola, Nikki Gil, Karylle, Empress, Iya Villania, Rayver Cruz, Sam Concepcion, Gab Valenciano, Meg Imperial, and Iza Calzado.
Celebrate the best summer season with the country’s longest-running, award-winning variety show, “ASAP 18” this Sunday, 12:15 noon, on ABS-CBN. For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAP Chill-Out, simply visithttp://asap.abs-cbn.com/, ‘like’ http://facebook.com/asapofficial, follow @ASAPOFFICIAL on Twitter, and know the latest happenings in “ASAP 18” by tweeting the hashtag #ASAPDaBestSummer.
ABS-CBN’s newest fantaserye “Little Champ” claimed an early ratings lead as more viewers nationwide tuned in to its pilot week.
Based on data from Kantar Media, its pilot episode last Monday (March 18) registered a national TV rating of 17%, or six points higher than rival program “Smile Donghae” of GMA 7, which only got 10.6%.
Watch out for more exciting scenes next week as veteran actor Lito Lapid makes his anticipated appearance and portrayal as Amang Leon. What will be his role in Caloy (JB Agustin) and Chalk’s life?
Caloy and her mother Helen (Lara Quigaman) are also bound to face the toughest challenge in their lives when the ship they are in will sink. Amidst the panic and terror, the two will get separated but Chalk will be able to save his best friend Caloy.
How will Caloy get on with his life with only Chalk by his side? What trials are waiting for them?
The program’s pilot week introduced viewers to the unusual friendship of Caloy (JB Agustin) and his best friend, a horse named Chalk, and the challenges Caloy’s family has had to face when Miguel (Jake Roxas) blamed the death of his son on Caloy.
Watch “Little Champ” before TV Patrol and witness an unusual story of friendship, family and heroism. For more updates and feedback about the show, ‘like’ the official Facebook fanpage of “Little Champ” athttp://www.facebook.com/LittleChampOfficial and follow @LChampOfficial on Twitter.
Meanwhile, get a chance to meet and greet “Little Champ’s” child wonder, JB Agustin and Sofia Millares as they visit different malls in Metro Manila on Easter Sunday (March 23). Little Champ toy horses, costume accessories, and other items are available at leading toy stores nationwide.
Broadcast journalist Julius Babao exposes the violent acts done by a fraternity in Pangasinan to its neophytes that happen to include minors this Monday (Mar 25) in “Pinoy True Stories: Bistado.”
One of the victims of this brutality is 14-year-old Joseph who, at that time, hid it from his parents.
The parents only learned about it when a video showing a group of teenagers physically abusing young boys went viral online. A concerned friend told Joseph’s parents that that their son was among those boys in the video, which prompted the father to confront his son. Joseph tried to deny it but the bruises found on his body can no longer hide the truth.
Why did he join a fraternity? How will Julius save the young boy?
Don’t miss the full story in “Pinoy True Stories: Bistado” this Monday (March 25), 4:45 p.m. on ABS-CBN. For updates on the program, visit www.abs-cbnnews.com/currentaffairs.
Watch the other “Pinoy True Stories” produced by ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs, such as “Engkwentro” with Karen Davila every Tuesday, “Saklolo” with Maan Macapagal and Dominic Almelor every Wednesday, “Demandahan” with Anthony Taberna every Thursday, and “Hiwaga” with Atom Araullo every Friday.
Will Xian Lim and Meg Imperial be launched as a new love team? What will happen to Kim Chiu?
In “Toda Max” this Saturday (March 23), heartthrob Xian and new Kapamilya Meg will portray a couple battling issues in their relationship.
Earl (Xian) will work as a mimer, along with Justin (Vhong Navarro), who entertains people in malls. He keeps his job a secret to the ambitious Gem (Meg) for fear that she might not be able to accept him. He makes her believe that he is a restaurant manager.
Will Gem still love her boyfriend when she learns about Earl’s lie? Find out on “Toda Max” this Saturday (March 23) after “Maalaala Mo Kaya” on ABS-CBN.
Maja Salvador showed off her singing and dancing prowess on the set of “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal” recently to give the audience, especially the Banker, a glimpse of what to expect in her upcoming concert that will celebrate her ten years in showbusiness.
Maja gamely performed in hopes of convincing the Banker to offer her big amounts of money in exchange of her chosen briefcase. Despite the pressure, Maja stayed positive that she will take home the P2 million jackpot since she won big prizes in most of the game shows she had joined in the past. Can Maja win over the Banker? Will she unleash her feistiness just like her character Margaux in “Ina Kapatid Anak?” Don’t miss “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal” this Saturday (Mar 23), after “TV Patrol Weekend” on ABS-CBN. Tweet your thoughts and reactions via Twitter using the hashtag #KapamilyaDOND.
18 March 2013 Comparative Total Philippines (Urban+ Rural) RatingsData: ABS-CBN vs. GMA7 and TV5
Source: Kantar Media / TNS
Daytime:
Kape’t Pandasal (0.2%) / Matanglawin (Replay) (0.6%) vs. Tunay Na Buhay (Replay) (0.9%)
Umagang Kay Ganda (4.3%) vs. Unang Hirit (3.6%)
Kris Tv (5.6%) vs. Detective Conan (7.2%) / Pororo (8.7%) / Atashin’ Chi (9.7%)
Inazuma Eleven (5.3%) / Blue Dragon (5.8%) vs. One Piece (9.4%)
You’re Still The One (7.8%) vs. Knock Out (8.9%)
Ohlala Couple (11.3%) vs. Kusina Master (5.7%)
Minute To Win It (16.8%) vs. Kapuso Movie Festival (9.8%)
Be Careful With My Heart (25.5%) / It’s Showtime (11.9%) vs. Eat… Bulaga! (12.9%) vs. Wowowillie (4.7%)
May Isang Pangarap (9.1%) vs. Unforgettable (7.8%)
Precious Hearts Romances Paraiso (8.5%) / Glory Jane (7.4%) / Pinoy True Stories (6.9%) vs. Bukod Kang Pinagpala (7.6%)
Rooftop Prince (7.6%) vs. Forever (7.3%)
Kahit Konting Pagtingin (9.8%) vs. Big (7.7%)
Primetime:
Little Champ (17.0%) vs. Smile Dong Hae (10.6%)
TV Patrol (25.1%) / Juan Dela Cruz (33.6%) vs. 24 Oras (15.8%) vs. Kidlat (Tv Series) (6.3%) / Never Say Goodbye (3.6%)
Ina Kapatid Anak (32.2%) vs. Indio (19.0%) vs. Sine Ko 5ingko Prime (6.5%)
Apoy Sa Dagat (24.4%) vs. Mundo Mo’y Akin (16.2%)
Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw (14.1%) vs. Temptation of Wife (Pinoy Version) (14.0%) / The Greatest Love (8.2%) vs. Giant (2.6%) / Pilipinas News (1.6%)
Bandila (5.9%) vs. Saksi Liga Ng Katotohanan (4.3%) vs. Reaksyon Kasama Si Luchi Cruz-Valdes (1.2%) / Ang Latest Up Late (0.8%)
Banana Nite (2.3%) vs. I-Witness The GMA Documentaries (3.1%) / Tim Yap Show (1.5%) vs. The Medyo Latenight Show With Jojo A. (0.4%)
ABS-CBN’s citizen journalism arm “Bayan Mo iPatrol Mo” (BMPM), the largest in the country, continues to organize voters’ empowerment and citizen journalism workshops that teach citizens skills for mobilizing campaigns and encourage them to vote based on important national issues.
BMPM has come a long way from being the election-focused campaign “Boto Mo iPatrol Mo” established in 2007 that primarily called on citizens to patrol their votes by using technology and social media.
BMPM, which has almost half a million Bayan Patrollers, reflects the growing influence of citizen journalism as a year-round vehicle for change and citizens’ strengthened capacity to expand the use of social media – from mere reportage to organizing platforms for causes and advocacies.
In Iligan City, Bayan Patrollers launched collaborative projects to bring attention to the plight of Typhoon Sendong evacuees and the nagging problems of illegal logging in the region.
Batangas province students from different communities are networking on social media to map out their most serious infrastructure problems and the effect these have on their lives.
In Surigao, citizen journalists attended workshops to learn how to broadcast the consequences of environmental abuse in their communities.
And in Ubay, Bohol youth launched a campaign to force local government officials to fulfill a promise to complete a high school that lacked walls, windows and even a basic bathroom for students.
“It is impressive to see youth aware of the need to use social media and digital technology for those without access to it,” said Ging Reyes, head of ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs. She pointed out that in key cities, the youth have pledged to serve their communities by helping voters find out their precincts’ locations even before election day. This, she pointed out, would help minimize election day chaos that frays tempers of both voters and poll watchers.
In the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao, advocates of Fully-Abled Nation and BMPM volunteers used lessons in community engagement to launch a community help service to help transport differently abled voters to polling places.
Youth are also using social media to spread the need for independent votes. Students of the University of St. La Salle (USLS) Bacolod City started the ball rolling with a video pledge: “My vote is my birthright, it is not for sale.”
This has since been translated by Bayan Patrollers in Baguio, Naga City, Cebu City, Tacloban City, Zamboanga City, Surigao City, Cotabato City, Cagayan de Oro City and other communities into their local languages. In election violence-plagued Masbate, even high school students are involved in turning around a perennial problem with the production of a video message appealing to their parents to safeguard the integrity of their votes.
BMPM head Inday Varona explained the significance of BMPM’s evolution to citizens who see it not only as a platform for exposing election-related problems but as a tool to hold people in power accountable.
“We have cleaner, safer elections when we maintain vigilance in between elections. That includes community concerns and social services. Our Bayan Patrollers don’t just report but have built a community where they interact about issues that are relevant to them,” she said.
She reported that of the 24 exclusive Bayan Patroller reports aired on ABS-CBN’s newscasts, 13 led to the completion of long-delayed projects, sanctions imposed on erring government officials, and the rescue of endangered animals and people in vulnerable and dangerous situations.
As the May election approaches, more workshops will be conducted in schools and universities in Lanao del Norte, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Bulacan, Bukidnon, and Metro Manila.
Kung may nagaganap sa Bayan Mo, iPatrol Mo. Send reports and photos to ireport@abs-cbn.com, tweet them to @bayanmo, or upload them to bmpm.abs-cbnnews.com and www.facebook.com/bayanmoipatrolmo.akoangsimula.
“Must Be… Love” stars Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla take on the deceptively easy tasks to get the P1 million jackpot prize in ABS-CBN’s top-rating game show “Minute to Win It” hosted by Luis Manzano.
Kathryn and Daniel are two of the first teen players of Minute to Win It’s Teen Challenge that premiered this week featuring Filipino teens to usher in the summer season.
To calm her down, Daniel surprised Kathryn by dropping by and watching her play the nerve-wracking game, which had the studio audience going wild. Will one of them be the first millionaire of “Minute to Win It”?
Watch “Minute to Win It” from Mondays to Fridays at 11AM on ABS-CBN. For updates on the program, visit www.facebook.com/minute2winitPH and follow @Minute2WinItPH on Twitter.
Vanessa’s and Jonathan’s souls are finally back to their original bodies after a near-death incident triggered their souls to switch back.
Jonathan, while inside Vanessa’s body, had an asthma attack after seeing Victoria unconscious in her hotel room. Vanessa, on the other hand, while inside Jonathan’s body, fell down a ladder while trying to pull some clothes from the laundry machine.
Now that they are back in their original bodies, what awaits Vanessa and Jonathan? Will Jonathan still save his marriage with Vanessa? Or will he choose to be with Victoria? Will Vanessa still give Jonathan a chance especially she had a miscarriage caused by the incident?
Don’t miss “Oohlala Couple” airing weekday mornings, after “You’re Still the One” on the first and true home of Asinanovelas, ABS-CBN. Para sa mga update sa inyong paboritong Asianovela, i-follow na ang @KapamilyaNovela sa Twitter.
Itatampok nina Maan Macapagal at Dominic Almelor ang kwento ng pakikipagsapalaran ng mag-asawang sinubok ng kapansanan ngayong Miyerkules (March 20) sa “Pinoy True Stories: Saklolo.”
Dating overseas Filipino workers sina Roberto at Marivic na umuwi ng Pilipinas upang bumuo ng kanilang pamilya ngunit hindi nabiyayaan ng anak. Matapos mabulag ang isang mata ni Roberto dahil sa diabetes, napilitan siyang huminto sa pagtatrabaho.
Dahil sa kanyang pagpapagamot, kinailangang kumita ng extra ni Marivic sa pagbebenta ng pansit bukod pa sa pagtatrabaho sa pabrika. Ngunit isang araw ay nabundol si Marivic ng tricycle at nasagasaan pa ng isang truck. Dahil sa pagkakasagasa sa kanyang binti, kinailangan itong putulin. Ang pinoproblema nila ngayon ay kung papaano nila bubuhayin ang isa’t isan gayong pareho na silang hindi makapagtrabaho.
Kasama ang “Saklolo,” tumungo sa isang rehabilitation doctor si Marivic upang makakuha ng libreng artificial leg. Matagal-tagal pa bago masasanay si Marivic maglakad gamit ang artificial leg pero para sa kanya, bawat hakbang ay tungo sa bagong buhay nilang mag-asawa.
Samantala, bangayan naman ng magbiyenan ang itatampok ni Karen Davila sa “Pinoy True Stories: Engkwentro” bukas (March 19). Susubukan ni Jesil na bawiin ang ipinundar niyang bahay mula sa kanyang mga biyenan na ibinenta ito nang wala man lang pasabi sa kanya. Mabawi pa kaya niya ito?
Tutukan ang “Engkwentro” bukas (March 19) at ang “Saklolo” ngayong Miyerkules (March 20), 4:45 ng hapon sa ABS-CBN Kapamilya Gold. Subaybayan din ang ibang mga bagong “Pinoy True Stories” hatid ng ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs, tulad ng “Bistado” ni Julius Babao tuwing Lunes, “Demandahan” ni Anthony Taberna tuwing Huwebes, at “Hiwaga” ni Atom Araullo tuwing Biyernes. Para sa updates, sundan ang @PinoyTruStories sa Twitter.
Itchyworms has a new music video for their latest single After All This Time. Jugs Jugueta is just back-up vocals, though. Drummer Jazz Nicolas is the one singing.
14 March 2013 Comparative Total Philippines (Urban+ Rural) RatingsData: ABS-CBN vs. GMA7 and TV5
Source: Kantar Media / TNS
Daytime:
Umagang Kay Ganda (4.3%) vs. Unang Hirit (4.4%)
Kris Tv (5.8%) vs. Detective Conan (6.5%) / One Piece (8.5%) / Atashin’ Chi (8.6%)
Inazuma Eleven (5.2%) vs. Inuyasha (8.4%)
Blue Dragon (6.1%) vs. Knock Out (8.0%)
You’re Still The One (8.4%) / Ohlala Couple (11.5%) vs. Kusina Master (5.2%)
Minute To Win It (17.3%) vs. Kapuso Movie Festival (9.7%)
Be Careful With My Heart (25.3%) / It’s Showtime (11.4%) vs. Eat… Bulaga! (13.1%) vs. Wowowillie (4.9%)
May Isang Pangarap (8.6%) vs. Unforgettable (8.0%)
Precious Hearts Romances Paraiso (8.4%) vs. Bukod Kang Pinagpala (8.0%)
Glory Jane (7.7%) / Pinoy True Stories (7.3%) vs. Forever (7.3%)
Rooftop Prince (8.9%) vs. Big (9.0%)
Primetime:
Kahit Konting Pagtingin (14.3%) vs. Smile Dong Hae (11.5%)
TV Patrol (25.6%) / Juan Dela Cruz (36.4) vs. 24 Oras (16.5%) vs. Kidlat (Tv Series) (6.1%) / Never Say Goodbye (3.5%)
Ina Kapatid Anak (35.5%) vs. Indio (19.4%) vs. Sine Ko 5ingko Prime (6.3%)
Apoy Sa Dagat (25.5%) vs. Pahiram Ng Sandali (16.9%)
Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw (13.7%) vs. Temptation of Wife (Pinoy Version) (15.3%) vs. Giant (2.5%)
Bandila (4.5%) vs. The Greatest Love (8.8%) / Saksi Liga Ng Katotohanan (4.3%) vs. Pilipinas News (1.2%) / Reaksyon Kasama Si Luchi Cruz-Valdes (0.6%)
Banana Nite (1.6%) vs. Kandidato 2013: Senador (2.3%) / Tim Yap Show (1.1%) vs. Ang Latest Up Late (0.5%) / The Medyo Latenight Show With Jojo A. (0.3%)
“Pilipinas Got Talent” judges Kris Aquino, Ai Ai Delas Alas, and Freddie “FMG” Garcia will soon deliberate who among hopefuls will become official quarter finalists in the upcoming Judges Cull round of the country’s biggest talent-reality show.
In the Judges Cull, the Big Three will undergo the tedious selection process of picking only the top 36 acts who will compete in the next round of the competition. This week, a variety of unique and never-before-seen acts will grace the PGT stage that include the dancing roller skaters Bacolod Inline Skate; all-girl violinists group; Philippine Army band; light painter Reynan; and cancan dancers Regidor Dance Troupe. Who among remaining acts will make the cut and impress the Big Three? Don’t miss “Pilipinas Got Talent 4,” hosted by Luis Manzano and Billy Crawford, every Saturday, after “MMK,” and every Sunday, after “Rated K” on ABS-CBN.
Curtis Finch, Jr. was the first to be eliminated from the Top 10 of the 12th season of the hit reality singing show, American Idol. He sang Fantasia’s I Believe during the performance show, which the American audience seemed not to like so much that he got the lowest votes.
Only fifteen more days to go and the Sarah Geronimo-John Lloyd Cruz starrer will already open in theaters nationwide, reason why Star Cinema has been releasing teasers of the movie to make people anticipate the opening of the movie even more.
It is the third team up of Sarah and John Lloyd, the first two being A Very Special Love and You Changed My Life which were also about the love story of Laida (Sarah) and Miggy (John Lloyd). All three movies were directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina:
Here’s the latest teaser:
Broadcast journalist Atom Araullo investigates how a field trip to Mt. Makiling drastically changed a boy’s personality, who showed signs of a demonic possession this Friday (Mar 15) in “Pinoy True Stories: Hiwaga.”
Nanay Lolit noticed a series of strange habits from her college sophomore son, Red, after the trip from the iconic mountain. Red would yell at no one, stand on fences, have no appetite, and would always be hot-headed.
At first, she thought her son was just being a rebellious teenager. But she got even more bothered when Red would cast out rosaries, fling out crucifixes, and avoid all signs related to religion.
Things got worse when he got close to killing his father and brother in fist fights. Not even the priest and psychiatrist whom his mother asked help from could do anything to stop Red.
What happened to Red? Is it really related to his visit to Mt. Makiling? How will he go back to normal?
Don’t miss the full story in “Pinoy True Stories: Hiwaga,” anchored by Atom Araullo this Friday (Mar 15), 4:45 p.m. after “A Gentleman’s Dignity” on ABS-CBN. For updates on the program, visit www.abs-cbnnews.com/currentaffairs.
Watch the other “Pinoy True Stories” produced by ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs, such as “Bistado” with Julius Babao every Monday, “Engkwentro” with Karen Davila every Tuesday, “Saklolo” with Maan Macapagal and Dominic Almelor every Wednesday, and “Demandahan” with Anthony Taberna every Thursday.
Back-to-back-to-back sparkling treats await Kapamilya Davaoeños this weekend as ABS-CBN Regional Network Group (RNG) is set to bring the network’s biggest and the brightest Kapamilya stars in the Durian Capital of the Philippines, Davao City for the grand celebration of ‘Araw ng Dabaw 2013.’
On Friday (March 15), Davao natives and tourists can sing and laugh along with “Kahit Konting Pagtingin” stars Angeline Quinto and John Lapus, who will grace the special “Salamat Kapamilya” event that will happen at Abreeza Mall at 4pm.
Teleserye lead stars, meanwhile, will join forces for ABS-CBN RNG’s Kapamilya Karavan on Saturday (March 16) which will take place at SM City Davao-Parking Lot C at 4pm. Kapamilya Karavan will feature “Apoy Sa Dagat” stars Angelica Panganiban, Diether Ocampo, and Piolo Pascual; “Be Careful With My Heart” lead actor Richard ‘Sir Chief’ Yap; and “Ina, Kapatid, Anak” star Maja Salvador.
To cap off the fun-filled ‘Araw ng Dabaw’ weekend, Ina Kapatid Anak” star Kim Chiu; “Juan dela Cruz” cast members John Medina and Arron Villaflor; and Kapamilya hunk Jason Abalos will pump up the fiesta spirit in another “Salamat Kapamilya” event on Sunday (March 17). It will be staged at Gaisano Mall Entertainment Area at 4pm.
Don’t miss the chance to get up close and personal with ABS-CBN’s brightest stars this weekend in Davao City, witness the ABS-CBN RNG’s “Salamat Kapamilya” events on March 15 and 17 and Kapamilya Karavan on March 16.
The ABS-CBN Regional Network Group is the nationwide TV and radio network of ABS-CBN Corporation.
13 March 2013 Comparative Total Philippines (Urban+ Rural) RatingsData: ABS-CBN vs. GMA7 and TV5
Source: Kantar Media / TNS
Kape’t Pandasal (0.3%) / Pinoy True Stories (Replay) (1.1%) vs. Reporter’s Notebook (Replay) (1.4%)
Umagang Kay Ganda (4.4%) vs. Unang Hirit (3.8%)
Kris Tv (6.2%) vs. Detective Conan (7.3%) / One Piece (8.8%) / Atashin’ Chi (8.8%)
Inazuma Eleven (5.3%) / Blue Dragon (5.4%) vs. Inuyasha (8.6%)
You’re Still The One (7.6%) vs. Knock Out (8.5%)
Ohlala Couple (11.1%) vs. Kusina Master (5.6%)
Minute To Win It (16.2%) vs. Kapuso Movie Festival (9.6%)
Be Careful With My Heart (25.6%) / It’s Showtime (12.2%) vs. Eat… Bulaga! (12.3%) vs. Wowowillie (6.2%)
May Isang Pangarap (9.7%) vs. Unforgettable (8.6%)
Precious Hearts Romances Paraiso (9.7%) vs. Bukod Kang Pinagpala (9.1%)
Glory Jane (7.4%) / Pinoy True Stories (6.4%) vs. Forever (7.8%)
Rooftop Prince (7.8%) vs. Big (8.6%)
Kahit Konting Pagtingin (14.3%) vs. Smile Dong Hae (11.3%)
TV Patrol (25.2%) / Juan Dela Cruz (34.4%) vs. 24 Oras (15.5%) vs. Kidlat (Tv Series) (6.4%) / Never Say Goodbye (3.5%)
Ina Kapatid Anak (32.9%) vs. Indio (19.7%) vs. Sine Ko 5ingko Prime (5.6%)
Apoy Sa Dagat (24.5%) vs. Pahiram Ng Sandali (16.7%)
Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw (13.4%) vs. Temptation of Wife (Pinoy Version) (14.5%) vs. Giant (2.4%)
Bandila (5.0%) vs. The Greatest Love (8.8%) / Saksi Liga Ng Katotohanan (4.4%) vs. Pilipinas News (1.6%) / Reaksyon Kasama Si Luchi Cruz-Valdes (1.0%) / Ang Latest Up Late (0.7%)
Banana Nite (2.0%) vs. Born To Be Wild (2.9%) vs. The Medyo Latenight Show With Jojo A. (0.2%)
The Banker doesn’t always talk business because this Saturday (Mar 16) he’ll be more interested to know Ruffa Gutierrez’ ideal man rather than offering million peso deals in “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal.”
The host-beauty queen captivated the Banker who expressed his admiration for Ruffa through host Luis Manzano. When Banker asked Ruffa about the qualities she is looking for in a man, Ruffa gamely replied and said she wants someone tall, nice, and someone who loves her kids. Can Banker be that guy? Will he give generous offers just to impress Ruffa? Can Ruffa charm her way to winning the jackpot? Don’t miss “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal” this Saturday (Mar 16), after “TV Patrol Weekend” on ABS-CBN. Tweet your thoughts and reactions via Twitter using the hashtag #KapamilyaDOND.
BS-CBN is looking for the next big hit on radio! Watch the video below to know about the audition details.
Mundo Mo’y Akin is one of the new television series of GMA-7 which stars the love team of Alden Richards and Louise delos Reyes. Lauren Young is also in the cast and this is her first series as a Kapuso. She plays the third wheel in the Alden-Louise love team.
Another actress from ABS-CBN that is in this series is the veteran Jacklyn Jose. She was last seen in Kahit Puso’y Masugatan with her real life daughter Andi Eigenmann. She now shifts networks for this project.
This is also the comeback series of Sunshine Dizon after getting married and having two kids. Jolina Magdangal and Gabby Eigenmann co-star.
Mundo Mo’y Akin premieres March 18, 2013, taking over the timeslot of Pahiram Ng Sandali which ends this Friday.
Here are the teasers:
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Summer will definitely be “beautiful” in Eat Bulaga! this Saturday, March 16, 2013. Check out the cute plug featuring child star Ryzza Mae Dizon and the rest of the noontime show’s hosts:
Get a chance to win an entry pass to the Liam Hemsworth Meet and Greet on March 15, 2013 (Palm Drive at Glorietta at 6:00pm and SM Mall of Asia Music Hall at 7:00pm)
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) middleweight contender Mark “The Filipino Wrecking Machine” Muñoz wowed fans and spectators at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall where he showed off the best of his wrestling, jiu-jitsu, and famed ground-and-pound skills.
Giving tips in between every maneuver with his training partner and Balls channel’s own Program Marketing Manager Chris Wong, Muñoz encouraged guests and Mixed Martial Arts fans to imbibe the five D’s, Desire, Direction, Diligence, Discipline, and Dedication, in order to achieve every goal inside or outside the cage.
For her first fashion magazine cover, Ms. Universe First Runner Up Janine Tugonon sizzles on the cover in Louis Vuitton’s standout Spring/Summer collection. Set against the beautiful beaches of Panglao, she showcases world-class Filipina beauty and tells the story of her triumph in the most prestigious pageant in the world.
For the first time ever, Metro celebrates the ultimate summer fashion essential: The swimsuit! Get ready for an issue that’s packed with everything you need to know to be bikini ready, starting off with the best swimsuit styles in a wide plethora of colors.
The magic of Maya (Jodi Sta. Maria) and Sir Chief (Richard Yap) has struck the entire nation again as “Be Careful With My Heart” recently did not only dominate the ratings game but ruled the trending topics list of the popular microblogging site Twitter.
Based on the latest data from Kantar Media last Tuesday (March 12), ABS-CBN’s no.1 kilig-serye garnered 26.4% national TV ratings or 13 points higher than the 13.4% of its rival program in GMA “Eat Bulaga.”
12 March 2013 Comparative Total Philippines (Urban+ Rural) RatingsData: ABS-CBN vs. GMA7 and TV5
Source: Kantar Media / TNS
Kape’t Pandasal (0.2%) / Pinoy True Stories (Replay) (0.8%) vs. I-Witness The GMA Documentaries (Replay) (1.1%)
Umagang Kay Ganda (4.3%) vs. Unang Hirit (3.8%)
Kris Tv (6.6%) vs. Detective Conan (6.6%) / One Piece (8.8%) / Atashin’ Chi (9.0%)
Inazuma Eleven (5.9%) / Blue Dragon (6.2%) vs. Inuyasha (8.5%)
You’re Still The One (8.1%) vs. Knock Out (8.2%)
Ohlala Couple (10.9%) vs. Kusina Master (6.2%)
Minute To Win It (17.0%) vs. Kapuso Movie Festival (9.1%)
Be Careful With My Heart (26.4%) / It’s Showtime (11.7%) vs. Eat… Bulaga! (13.4%) vs. Wowowillie (4.9%)
May Isang Pangarap (8.9%) vs. Unforgettable (8.7%)
Precious Hearts Romances Paraiso (9.1%) vs. Bukod Kang Pinagpala (9.0%)
Glory Jane (7.8%) / Pinoy True Stories (8.2%) vs. Forever (8.2%)
Rooftop Prince (10.8%) vs. Big (8.8%)
Kahit Konting Pagtingin (16.7%) vs. Smile Dong Hae (11.4%)
TV Patrol (27.0%) / Juan Dela Cruz (37.5%) vs. 24 Oras (16.2%) vs. Kidlat (Tv Series) (6.3%) / Never Say Goodbye (3.2%)
Ina Kapatid Anak (36.0%) vs. Indio (20.4%) / Pahiram Ng Sandali (17.4%) vs. Sine Ko 5ingko Prime (5.5%)
Apoy Sa Dagat (24.1%) vs. Temptation of Wife (Pinoy Version) (14.9%)
Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw (14.6%) vs. The Greatest Love (8.7%) vs. Giant (2.7%) / Pilipinas News (1.6%)
Bandila (4.7%) vs. Saksi Liga Ng Katotohanan (5.0%) / Reporter’s Notebook (2.5%) vs. Reaksyon Kasama Si Luchi Cruz-Valdes (0.8%) / Ang Latest Up Late (0.7%)
Banana Nite (1.8%) vs. Tim Yap Show (1.3%) vs. The Medyo Latenight Show With Jojo A. (0.1%)
11 March 2013 Comparative Total Philippines (Urban+ Rural) RatingsData: ABS-CBN vs. GMA7 and TV5
Source: Kantar Media / TNS
Kape’t Pandasal (0.3%) / Pinoy True Stories (0.6%) vs. Tunay Na Buhay (Replay) (1.2%)
Umagang Kay Ganda (4.7%) vs. Unang Hirit (3.5%)
Kris Tv (6.9%) vs. Detective Conan (5.8%) / One Piece (7.3%) / Atashin’ Chi (7.6%)
Inazuma Eleven (5.3%) / Blue Dragon (5.9%) vs. Inuyasha (6.9%)
You’re Still The One (8.1%) vs. Knock Out (6.6%)
Ohlala Couple (11.5%) vs. Kusina Master (4.7%)
Minute To Win It (18.1%) vs. Kapuso Movie Festival (7.3%)
Be Careful With My Heart (27.9%) / It’s Showtime (13.0%) vs. Eat… Bulaga! (13.1%) vs. Wowowillie (5.9%)
May Isang Pangarap (11.0%) vs. Unforgettable (7.9%)
Precious Hearts Romances Paraiso (9.7%) vs. Bukod Kang Pinagpala (8.2%)
Glory Jane (8.2%) / Pinoy True Stories (8.6%) vs. Forever (7.7%)
Rooftop Prince (9.5%) vs. Big (7.8%)
Kahit Konting Pagtingin (16.3%) vs. Smile Dong Hae (11.8%)
TV Patrol (26.7%) / Juan Dela Cruz (37.7%) vs. 24 Oras (16.9%) vs. Kidlat (Tv Series) (6.5%) / Never Say Goodbye (3.4%)
Ina Kapatid Anak (35.4%) vs. Indio (20.5%) / Pahiram Ng Sandali (17.3%) vs. Sine Ko 5ingko Prime (4.4%)
Apoy Sa Dagat (24.5%) vs. Temptation of Wife (Pinoy Version) (15.4%) vs. Giant (2.4%)
Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw (13.3%) vs. The Greatest Love (9.1%) vs. Pilipinas News (1.5%)
Bandila (4.6%) vs. Saksi Liga Ng Katotohanan (4.9%) / I-Witness The Gma Documentaries (3.1%) vs. Reaksyon Kasama Si Luchi Cruz-Valdes (0.8%) / Ang Latest Up Late (0.6%)
Banana Nite (2.1%) vs. Tim Yap Show (1.4%) vs. The Medyo Latenight Show With Jojo A. (0.4%)
GMA-7’s summer 2013 plug titled Summer Sa Mundo Ng Kapuso campaign video features the network’s newest shows, including Vampire Ang Daddy Ko (March 9), Mundo Mo’y Akin (March 18), and Foursome (March 24).
The campaign jingle was sung by Julie Anne San Jose and Elmo Magalona.
The heated debate between incumbent Manila mayor Alfredo Lim and former president Joseph Estrada in the “Umagang Harapan” segment of ABS-CBN’s morning show “Umagang Kay Ganda” became a hot topic and went viral online as netizens watched the intense word war that transpired between the two Manila mayoral candidates.
Erap and Lim traded barbs on national TV regarding their qualifications, capacity to maintain peace and order in the city, Estrada’s plunder conviction, and many more issues that drew cheers and jeers from the live audience at the studio.
Jessy Mendiola is so sexy on the exclusive cover of Esquire Philippines’ digital edition. The Kapamilya actress donned a black swimsuit for the cover photo which made her fair complexion stand out even more.
Jessy is currently seen in Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Paraiso opposite Matteo Guidicelli. Reports also say that she will take on the role of Maria Mercedes in the upcoming Philippine adaptation of the Mexican telenovela.
Laida Magtalas and Miggy Montenegro have ended their relationship. Miggy’s reportedly back together with his ex-girlfriend Isabel Laurel.
Know more about them in the upcoming movie It Takes A Man And A Woman, opening in theaters on March 30.
ABS-CBN is the most awarded TV network by the academe as it swept the awards given by five different university award-giving bodies, including Gawad Tanglaw’s Best TV Station of the Year and three Hall of Fame awards.
ABS-CBN proved to be the runaway choice of students and professors after receiving 82 awards for its radio and TV personalities and programs from the scholars and teachers of Gawad Tanglaw (Tagapuring mga Akademisyan ng Aninong Gumagalaw), which comprises of Jose Rizal University, Philippine Women’s University, University of Perpetual Help System, Colegio De San Juan de Letran and other universities, University of Sto. Tomas’ USTv Students’ Choice Awards, St. Scholastica College Manila’s Hildegarde Awards for Women in Media and Communication, Northwest Samar State University (NWSSU)’s Students’ Choice Awards for Radio and TV, and the University of the Philippines-Los Baños’ Gandingan: Isko’t Iska’t Broadcast Choice Awards.
Sen. Chiz Escudero, Sen. Gregorio Honasan, and Greco Belgica of Democratic Party of the Philippines engage in a real debate on their platforms and senatorial campaign with political journalist Lynda Jumilla in ANC’s flagship election program “HARAPAN 2013” tomorrow (Mar 12).
Escudero’s edge over fellow contenders is evident in his high ratings in recent senatorial surveys, but how does he really feel about being dropped from the United Nationalist Alliance’s lineup?
My Lady Boss opens in theaters on April 10, 2013. It stars Marian Rivera and Richard Gutierrez and directed by Jade Castro (My Kontrabida Girl, Zombadings).
Broadcast journalist Karen Davila looks into the rift between a woman and her ex-boyfriend who keeps stalking her tomorrow (March 12) in “Pinoy True Stories: Engkwentro.”
Jovelle fears for her safety because her ex-lover Rodel keeps following and watching her wherever she goes, even at her workplace.
Gerald Anderson and Maja Salvador were spotted in La Union having a post-birthday celebration of the actor’s birthday. They were seen with celebrity friends including Rayver Cruz, Fred Payawan, Young JV and Jason Abalos.
Maja recently denied the rumors that she and Gerald are already an item. Check out the photos below and you be the judge. (Photos via Rayver Cruz and @nhilanhils Instagram)
