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100 Sexiest Men in the Philippines for 2012 - 4th Update

2012-01-28T09:24:00.000-08:00

Paulo Avelino captures no. 1 position overtaking previous leader Aljur Abrenica in our 4th update for the online poll "100 Sexiest Men in the Philippines for 2012."

Three Kapamilya hunks entered the Top 20 namely: Vhong Navarro, Enchong Dee and Jericho Rosales at the expense of Rocco Nacino, Ahron Villena and Dennis Trillo who left the leaderboard.

TOP 20 as of January 28, 2012, 2:30 p.m.

M	TR	PR	Celebrity Finalists	TOTAL VOTES
	1	2	Paulo Avelino	13,067
	2	1	Aljur Abrenica	11,555
	3	3	Xian Lim	10,722
	4	4	Coco Martin	10,375
	5	7	Gerald Anderson	6,462
	6	8	Enrique Gil	6,201
	7	9	Sam Milby	5,823
	8	5	Mark Luz	5,735
	9	10	JM De Guzman	5,528
	10	11	Derek Ramsay	5,455
	11	12	Jerico Redrigo	4,793
	12	N	Vhong Navarro	4,532
	13	13	Jake Cuenca	4,471
	14	12	Dingdong Dantes	4,158
	15	N	Enchong Dee	4,151
	16	N	Jericho Rosales	4,036
	17	14	Chris Tiu	3,783
	18	19	Rafael Rosell	3,770
	19	17	Jon Avila	3,391
	20	20	Zanjoe Marudo	3,270

BUBBLING UP:

21. Ahron Villena
22. Rocco Nacino
23. Kevin Fowler
24. John Lloyd Cruz
25. Rodjun Cruz
26. Piolo Pascual
27. Dennis Trillo
28. Tom Rodriguez
29. JC de Vera
30. Richard Gutierrez

Legend:

M - Movement
TR - Today's Ranking
PR - Previous Ranking
N - New Entry in the Top 20

HOW TO VOTE:

1. Go to Starmometer's Facebook Album (you must be signed on at Facebook).

2. Like the photo of the male celebrity that you want to vote for. You can like more than one celebrity, there's no limit!

3. The ranking of the 100 Sexiest Men in the Philippines for 2012 will be based on the number of likes they will receive from the readers.

4. Voting is until 11:59PM of April 8, 2012. The full list and this year's "Sexiest Man" in the country will be revealed on April 9, 2012.

5. Vote now!

Talk about "100 Sexiest Men in the Philippines" on twitter using the hash tag: #100MenPHL

Paulo Avelino's photo courtesy of Bench; Aljur Abrenica's photo courtesy of Aljur's Facebook Fanpage.

'Legacy' Umaarangkada sa Ratings!

2012-01-25T08:53:00.000-08:00

Gabi-gabi patuloy na naghahatid ng de-kalibreng episodes ang glossy-drama masterpiece ng Kapuso Network ang LEGACY.

Inaantabayanan ng mga manonood ang mga tumitinding eksena at ang mga “legacy lines” na talaga namang nagmamarka sa panlasa ng bawat Pinoy saan mang sulok ng mundo.

Kagabi tuluyan ng natalo ng LEGACY ang dalawang kalaban nitong programa sa kabilang istasyon.

Ayon sa datos na nagmula sa mas kinikilala at mas pinagkakatiwalaang TV ratings supplier na Nielsen TV Audience Measurement, kagabi ay naungusan ng LEGACY ang katapat nitong mga programa.

Nakapagtala ang LEGACY ng household audience share na 37.7% base sa Mega Manila overnight ratings.

Kaya naman huwag ng pahuhuli sa seryeng pinag-uusapan ng buong bayan. Saksihan ang pag-apaw ng ganda, pag-ibig at drama sa de-kalibreng primetime series, ang LEGACY, Lunes hanggang Biyernes, sa GMA Telebabad block.

Riovana Now Carries Nike

2012-01-25T05:39:00.001-08:00

All running enthusiasts will definitely experience a different high now that Nike is finally available at Riovana, the Sole of Running. With its arrival, Nike widens Riovana's assortment of brands it carries as it joins Adidas, New Balance, Mizuno, Saucony and Asics on shelf.

With top-of-the-line shoes, apparel and accessories to match, Nike's inclusion in Riovana's portfolio allows this one-of-a-kind retail store slash runner’s haven slash recovery center to provide more options in helping runners achieve their own nirvana.

Check out the latest Nike releases at Riovana.

Visit Riovana at the Ground Floor of Active Fun Building 9th avenue corner 28th street at the Bonifacio Global City, near Honda BGC and at the 3rd Floor of Regis Center Building, Loyola Heights, Quezon City in front of Ateneo De Manila University.

For more details, please visit www.riovana.com. Like us on facebook: RiovanaPhilippines and follow us on twitter for the latest updates.

Chika Minute: Roman Romulo and Shalani Soledad Wedding

2012-01-23T21:29:00.001-08:00

Marian Rivera's Soulful Rendition of 'Can't Take That Away'

2012-01-22T21:53:00.000-08:00

Dingdong at Marian, Masayang Nagtrabaho Agad Para sa 'My Beloved'

2012-01-22T21:51:00.000-08:00

'Hitman' - Movie Poster and Full Trailer

2012-01-21T22:15:00.000-08:00

Party Pilipinas welcomes year of the dragon this Sunday

2012-01-20T08:11:00.001-08:00

Party Pilipinas welcomes the year of the Dragon with powerful performances from the biggest Kapuso stars.

VoX (Vocal Excellence) gives life to Chinese Zodiac Signs as interpreted by songs featuring GMA’s prime singers Jaya, Kyla, Rachelle Ann, Jonalyn, Maricris, Aicelle, Julie Ann and Protege grand winner, Krizza Neri.
Birthday girls Glaiza de Castro and Kylie Padilla celebrate their special day on the show with equally stunning performances. Glaiza gives a rockin birthday treat while Kylie performs another air dance number.

Start your Chinese new year filled with love in a number showcasing popular love songs performed in duets. Fall in love like never before with Heart Evangelista and Kris Lawrence, Lovi Poe and Mark Bautista, Aljur Abrenica and Janine, Jake Vargas and Protege Denise, Jay Perillo and Protege Krizza, Nomer and Leana, and phenomenal singing loveteam, Julie Ann and Elmo.

Let the heartthrobs of Party Pilipinas serenade you with the best of boy band love songs in Keso Boys: Tikoy Edition. On the other hand, the twitter-trending topic 12 Gays production number is back as they give you a rundown of the top trending topics of 2011 in the year of the Rabbit. While Hot Vixens Gwen, Chloe, Rochelle, and Winwyn and Legacy girls Lovi, Heart, and Sarah heat up the dance floor, for the boys only.

Be prepared to be blown away as Shin-Ky, La Diva and the top female of Protege Lirah, Lovely, and Jensen share one concert stage in a powerhouse number. While Sayaw Pilipinas gives another power dance mix only from your favorite Sayaw Pilipinas dance crewMark Herras, Kris Bernal, Winwyn, Diva, Yassi, Mayton, Rocco, Enzo, Sef, and Julian featuring Ryza Cenon, Vaness del Moral and Elmo.

Soar higher and roar louder with Party Pilipinas: Enter the Dragon.

Pagwawakas ng 'Munting Heredera'

2012-01-19T22:50:00.000-08:00

Matapos mamayagpag ng siyam na buwan sa primetime, nakatakda nang magwakas ang pinag-usapan at tinutukang family-drama ng GMA-7 na Munting Heredera (MH). Mapapanood ang finale week ng program simula January 30 to February 3 sa GMA Telebabad.

Dahil sa naging mainit na pagtanggap ng sambayanan, binigyan ito ng sunod-sunod na extension kaya’t aabot ito ng 39 na lingo sa ere. Nakamit nito ang pinaka-mataas nitong audience share noong August 30 matapos makapagtala ng 49.5 points sa Mega Manila (based on May 9, 2011 to January 17, 2012 Mega Manila households data) ayon sa AGB Nielsen. At magpahanggang ngayon ay patuloy pa rin ito sa pagpalo sa ratings.

Naging usap-usapan din ang Munting Heredera sa mga social networking sites kung saan paboritong paksa ng mga internet users ang mga bagong kaganapan sa kwento.

Mula sa orihinal na storya, mas ginawa pang kaaya-aya ang kwento ng mga manunulat sa pangunguna ni Agnes Gagelonia-Uligan sa pamamagitan ng pagpapakilala ng mga bagong tauhan at kaganapan na isinalin naman para sa telebisyon ng award-winning director na si Maryo J. delos Reyes.

Habang patuloy ang paghahanap sa nawawalang tagapagmana, umikot din ang kwento sa buhay ng bawat tauhan na may kani-kaniya ring rebelasyon sa isa sa masasabing pinaka-matagumpay at di-malilimutang drama ng GMA.

Ipinamalas sa bawat episode ang galing sa pag-arte ng mga pangunahing tauhan na sina Ms. Gloria Romero, Mark Anthony Fernandez, Camille Prats, Luz Valdez, Gabby Eigenmann (na nanalo bilang Best Supporting Actor sa Golden Screen Awards para sa kaniyang pagganap sa papel ni Desmond), Leandro Baldemor, Ynez Veneracion, Neil Ryan Sese, Krystal Reyes, at Roderick Paulate. Sama-sama nilang binigyang buhay ang samu’t saring temang pampamilya.

Pinahanga rin ang mga manonood ng tatlong Munting Heredera child stars na sina Mona Louise Rey, Kyle Daniel Ocampo, at Barbara Miguel dahil sa kanilang natural na husay sa pag-arte.

Samantala, sa pagkawala ng mga karakter nina Katrina Halili, Joyce Ching at Kristoffer Martin ay pumasok sa cast sina Boots Anson-Roa, Robert Arevalo, Bobby Andrews, Andrea del Rosario, Migs Cuaderno, at sa isang natatanging pagganap, si Monmon Domingo, isang batang ipinanganak nang may cerebal palsy, na lalong nagpatingkad ng kwento. Sila rin ay tumatak sa mga manonood na walang sawang sumuporta at sumubaybay sa programa.

Sa pinaka-aabangang finale week, maraming matitinding eksena at pasabog ang dapat pang abangan sa show. May bagong haharaping pagsubok si Manny (Roderick Paulate) na may kinalaman sa kaniyang kalusugan. Alamin din kung mananatiling sakim si Desmond (Gabby Eigenmann) hanggang sa huli, at kung saan hahantong ang love story nina Sandra (Camille Prats) at Jacob (Mark Anthony Fernandez), gayon din nina Doña Ana (Gloria Romero) at Enrique (Robert Arevalo). Magkakaroon din ng bagong miyembro ang pamilya ng mga Montereal, sino kaya ito?

Huwag na huwag bibitiw sa huling mga araw ng Munting Heredera sa mas pinaaga nitong timeslot after 24 Oras sa GMA Telebabad.

Usapang “Art” ngayong Sabado sa Tropang Potchi

2012-01-19T00:22:00.001-08:00

Ngayong Sabado sa Tropang Potchi, makokorner ng mga boys mula sa ibang grupo ang ka-potchi nating si Bianca. Bagama’t ang gusto lang naman ng mga boys ay yayain si Bianca na makipaglaro sa kanila, hindi magugustuhan ni Bianca ang pag-approach sa kanya ng mga boys. Buti na lang at mabilis na darating ang iba pa niyang ka-potchi na sina Miggy at Julian para ipaglaban siya. Mukhang maiinvolve ang dalawang bida nating boys sa gulo ah! Pero hindi maaaring masira ang araw ni Miggy dahil magcecelebrate siya ng kanyang birthday!

Samantala, sa Potchi House, ibabahagi nina Sab at Liane sa iba pa nilang mga kaibigan ang kanilang experience sa pagbisita sa isang Picasso Art Exhibit. Ang exhibit na iyon ay ang kauna-unahang Picasso exhibit na ginanap sa Pilipinas. Si Picasso ay isang tanyag na pintor na binansagan bilang isa sa mga pinakasikat at pinaka-maimpluwensiyang pintor sa ika-20 siglo.

Ibabahagi naman nina Bianca at Sab ang kanilang natutunan mula sa isang “sand artist.” Ipapakita ng sand artist kung paano siya nakakagawa ng mga kamangha-manghang obra maestra mula sa buhangin.

Tiyak na magugustuhan ng mga kids, maging ng mga former kids, ang episode na ito ng Tropang Potchi na hindi lang nakakaaliw, napaka-educational din. Mapapanood ang Tropang Potchi tuwing Sabado, alas-9 ng umaga, sa GMA.

Cartoon Series na 'Tom and Jerry' Mapapanood Muli sa GMA-7

2012-01-19T00:13:00.001-08:00

Simula ngayong Lunes, lalong pasasayahin ng GMA Network ang umaga ng mga manonood sa pagbabalik ng isa sa pinaka-popular na animated TV series na siya marahil ang pinaka-long-standing na bangayan sa kasaysayan ng telebisyon -- ang Tom and Jerry.

Mahigit pitong dekada na ang nakararaan mula nang buoin ng comic writers na sina William Hanna at Joseph Barbera ang kwento ng naturang series na tungkol sa walang katapusang awayan sa pagitan ng isang household cat na si Tom na kumportableng namumuhay sa loob ng bahay ng kanyang amo, at ang tinik sa kanyang lalamunan na si Jerry, isang tusong daga na wala nang ibang ginawa kundi ang inisin si Tom.

Talaga namang subok na ang classic na estilo sa pagpapatawa ng Tom and Jerry na hanggang ngayon ay patok pa rin hindi lamang sa mga batang manonood kundi pati na rin sa mga nakatatanda. Sa katunayan, ang nasabing animated series ay itinuring ng TIME magazine bilang “one of the greatest television shows of all time.”

Maaliw sa nakakatawang habulan at asaran nina Tom at Jerry tuwing Lunes hanggang Biyernes simula January 23, 8:15am (pagkatapos ng Unang Hirit), sa GMA-7.

Bianca King and Gabby Eigenmann Topbill GMA-7's 'Broken Vow'

2012-01-17T05:11:00.000-08:00

GMA Network takes afternoon prime dramas a notch higher as it brings an intense and intriguing offering to Kapuso viewers via BROKEN VOW.

Under the direction of Gil Tejada, Jr., a stellar cast dominates this new drama series which tackles the delicate issues of love, betrayal, deception, sacrifice, and revenge. Starring the fresh combinations of Bianca King, Gabby Eigenmann, Luis Alandy, Rochelle Pangilinan, Broken Vow is all set to magnetize hearts beginning February 6 on GMA’s afternoon prime block.

Leading the enviable roster of cast is Bianca King who scored her big break when she played the lead role opposite award-winning actor Dennis Trillo in Sinner or Saint. With a promising new show tucked under her belt, the momentum of Bianca’s career is rocketing as she is ready to steal the spotlight once more with her role as Melissa Santiago in Broken Vow, a simple provincial lass about to marry her life-long sweetheart.

Luis Alandy has proven he has the makings of a leading man with the success of his numerous primetime and daytime dramas in GMA. After the commendable run of his last afternoon drama, My Lover, My Wife and his primetime drama, Iglot, Luis delivers another winning performance, this time, as he breathes life to the character of Felix Rastro in his latest project, the guy who will help Melissa survive her horrific ordeal.

Gabby Eigenmann has racked up big credits for his striking character Desmond in the high-rating primetime drama, Munting Heredera, where he bagged his very first acting award as Best Supporting Actor in the 2011 Golden Screen Awards for Television. In this new drama series, Gabby joins the ranks of the network’s prized leading men as he plays the coveted role of Roberto Sebastian, a budding politician destined to marry the woman of his dreams.

Following her breakthrough performance in the epic series, Amaya, Rochelle Pangilinan has taken her acting chops to the next level as she steps into one of the lead roles in Broken Vow as Rebecca Sta. Maria, the scorned ex-girlfriend of Roberto who will do anything to win him back. She is quickly cementing her spot among the network’s finest actresses and is geared up to prove she has the talent to play all types of roles on the small screen.

Joining these four talented actors in Broken Vow are Marco Alcaraz, Juan Rodrigo, Carmi Martin, Matet de Leon, Jace Flores, Pancho Magno, Lou Sison and Ms. Celia Rodriguez.

Don't miss the premiere of Broken Vow beginning February 6 on GMA-7's afternoon prime block.

LEGACY trended on Twitter!

2012-01-17T04:55:00.000-08:00

GMA’s glossy-drama masterpiece, LEGACY, kicked-off its pilot episode last night, January 16.

Legacy’s pilot episode became a worldwide trending topic; it also put #LegacyGMA in the number one spot in Philippines’ most trending topics on the popular micro-blogging site Twitter.

Based on the Mega Manila overnight ratings gathered by the more widely and recognized TV rating supplier, Nielsen TV Audience Measurement, LEGACY posted a household audience share of 34.1.

Natasha Alcantara played by Lovi Poe expresses her gratitude on the success of the pilot episode of Legacy, “I would like to thank everyone who watched Legacy last night and made it trend on Twitter. The audience should look forward to viewing more intense episodes.

As the story progresses, Dennis Trillo (young Cesar) admits that he loves Bianca King (young Isabel). Chynna Hortaleza (young Eva) tries to confront Isabel, a squabble takes place eventually putting the rallying employees to jail, including Isabel and Lucio, her avid suitor. Isabel hopes and prays that Cesar will help them get out of jail. As expected, the case against them was pulled out and they are released.

Full of gladness, Isabel hurriedly goes to the office of Cesar to thank him for the help. To her surprise, Cesar asks her to leave the company and puts an end to their romantic relationship. Her world falls apart and the shock causes an emotional breakdown. Lucio will bring her to the hospital to have her checked and the news of pregnancy is announced by the doctor.

With Isabel’s pregnancy, it will intensify Eva’s fear of Cesar leaving them once he learns of the news. Her mom, Sophia, will convince her to continue pretending that she’s pregnant. They will adopt a baby to make their plan realistic and the baby will be named Natasha (Lovi Poe).

Don’t miss the most talked about and exciting episodes of LEGACY after Munting Heredera on GMA’s undisputed Telebabad block.

Janelle Manahan on 'State of the Nation'

2012-01-11T22:21:00.000-08:00

DOJ denies ABS-CBN’s motion to dismiss the filing of a criminal complaint for libel against its executives and talents

2012-01-11T00:54:00.000-08:00

The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently ordered the City Prosecutor of Quezon City to file libel charges against ABS-CBN for malicious imputations aired over its broadcast platforms in relation to the alleged “stolen” footage by broadcast giant GMA Network.
The case is in relation to the alleged unauthorized airing of Iraqi captive Angelo Dela Cruz’s arrival footage taken at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport over GMA’s newscast in July 2004.

ABS-CBN claimed over its newscasts that GMA “stole” and aired its live feed, which was actually taken from the Reuters Television Service (Reuters), where GMA had a video subscription contract.
Among those implicated in the crime of libel are ABS-CBN executives and talents, namely, Erwin Tulfo, Beth Frondoso, Lynda Jumilla, Ma. Progena Estonilo Reyes, Annie Eugenio, Dondi Garcia, Eugenio Lopez III, Luis Alejandro, Jose Ramon Olives, Jesus Maderazo, Luisita Cruz-Valdez, Jose Magsaysay, Jr., and Alfonso Marquez.

In her four-page resolution promulgated on December 14, 2011, DOJ Secretary Leila De Lima said, “The malicious imputation was evident from the use of the words ‘magnanakaw ng aming eksklusibong kuha,’ ‘pamimirata ng footage,’ ‘pagnanakaw ay isang malaking krimen,’ and ‘pagnanakaw ng video’ uttered by [ABS-CBN respondents].” These were aimed at casting discredit or dishonor to GMA on live nationwide broadcast.

Further, De Lima said that GMA proved that all the elements of libel, namely, defamatory imputation, malice, publication, and identifiability of the person defamed were present in the utterances and statements made in the ABS-CBN news reports about GMA’s use of Dela Cruz’s arrival footage.

GMA earlier petitioned with the Supreme Court its P100-million civil damages case for libel lodged against ABS-CBN for the aforementioned defamatory statements.

On November 9, 2010, the Court of Appeals released a Decision that junked ABS-CBN’s motion to file copyright infringement charges against GMA on grounds that the airing of Dela Cruz’s homecoming [by GMA] was done in good faith and cannot be regarded as infringement of copyrights.

Dingdong Dantes to Play Magellan in 'Amaya'

2012-01-10T20:06:00.001-08:00

100 Sexiest Men in the Philippines for 2012 - The Heat is On!

2012-01-09T09:15:00.001-08:00

Now on its 6th year, vote now for your favorite male celebrities in Starmometer’s “100 Sexiest Men in the Philippines for 2012.”

Who are the 100 sexiest men in the Philippines for 2012? You will decide!
We made the shortlist and you, our dear readers, will make the rankings.

The nominees will vie for your votes via Starmometer’s Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/starmometerblog). This will ensure 100% transparency and accuracy as each respondent’s vote(s) is recorded and his/her identity is seen by other respondents. This process will virtually eliminate any doubts and suspicion on cheating, thereby making the results more reliable and accurate reflecting the unified choice of the majority.

HOW TO VOTE:

1. Go to Starmometer’s Facebook Album (you must be signed on at Facebook).

2. Like the photo of the male celebrity that you want to vote for. You can like more than one celebrity, there’s no limit!

3. The ranking of the 100 Sexiest Men in the Philippines for 2012 will be based on the number of likes they will receive from the readers.

4. Voting is until 11:59PM of April 8, 2012. The full list and this year’s “Sexiest Man” in the country will be revealed on April 9, 2012.

5. Vote now!

Party Pilipinas Boom: Keso Boys

2012-01-08T08:47:00.001-08:00

Party Pilipinas Boom: Julie Anne San Jose and Elmo Magalona

2012-01-08T08:44:00.000-08:00

Party Pilipinas Boom: Kyla's Birthday Prod with Rachelle and Jolina

2012-01-08T08:13:00.000-08:00

Barbie Forteza and Joshua Dionisio - Coke TVC

2012-01-08T00:12:00.001-08:00

Party Pilipinas #1s Teaser (1-15-12)

2012-01-08T00:10:00.001-08:00

'My Beloved' Starring Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes - Teaser

2012-01-07T20:52:00.000-08:00

"My Beloved" (GMA's Upcoming Primetime TV Series)

What happens when an angel of death falls in love with a mortal woman? Are angels allowed to fall in love? And can a woman alllow herself to marry someone who may not be with her forever?

Starring: Dingdong Dantes, Marian Rivera, Mikael Daez, Paolo Contis, Jennica Garcia, Carl Guevarra, Alden Richards, Louise delos Reyes, Nova Villa, Chanda Romero, Ynna Asistio, Saab Magalona, and Katrina Halili

Directed by: Dominic Zapata

Jose Manalo Impersonates Budoy on Eat Bulaga!

2012-01-07T03:23:00.001-08:00

'Just One Summer' Starring Elmo Magalona and Julie Anne San Jose

2012-01-05T08:14:00.000-08:00

Front Row Presents 'Pag-ahon sa Putik'

2012-01-05T08:07:00.000-08:00

Isa sa pinakamapinsalang bagyong naranasan ng Pilipinas sa kasaysayan ang Bagyong Sendong. Mahigit isang libo ang nasawi, libu-libo ang nawalan ng tahanan at kabuhayan, milyun-milyon ang halaga ng pinsalang iniwan.

Tatlong linggo mula nang maganap ang trahedya, bakas pa rin ang matinding epektong dulot ni Sendong.

Marami pa ang hindi natatagpuan ang kanilang mga kaanak. Libu-libo ang parang sardinas na nagsisiksikan sa mga evacuation center at hindi malaman kung saan at paano muling sisimulan ang kanilang buhay.

May ilang bumalik na sa kanilang tahanan at pinipilit na muling buuin ang gumuho nilang mga pangarap. Tulad ni Jomilyn na naulila nang masawi ang kanyang mga magulang at tatlo pang kaanak nang manalasa ang flashflood. Malaking hamon para sa kanya kung paano ipagpapatuloy ang pag-aaral at itataguyod ang iba pang kapatid na nakaligtas mula sa sakuna. Matiyaga namang itinatayo ni Oliver ang nawasak nilang bahay para makapagsimula silang muli kapiling ang kanyang mag-ina sa kabila ng kanilang pangungulila sa pagkamatay ng dalawa nilang anak. Ang trese anyos na si Giovanni, tulak-tulak ang kanyang kariton para naman mangolekta ng putik mula sa mga lumubog na kabahayan. Bawat putik na pinapala, matiyagang iniipon para raw magamit sa pagpapatayo ng bagong tirahan para sa kanyang pamilya.

Tunghayan ang iba’t ibang kuwento ng pagbangon, pag-ahon at pag-asa sa Front Row ngayong Sabado, January 7, 8:40pm sa GMA News TV Channel 11.

Follow that Star: Ruby Rodriguez this Saturday

2012-01-05T08:01:00.000-08:00

Araw-araw natin siyang napapanood sa longest-running television show na Eat Bulaga. Pagdating sa pagpapatawa at hosting, pasok ang style niya sa masa kaya naman labinlimang taon na siyang Dabarkads.

Ngayong Sabado sa Follow That Star, kilalanin si Ruby Rodriguez sa harap at likod ng camera. Bubuksan ni Ruby ang kanyang cute na retro house, kolektor kasi siya ng mga antique na gamit. Sa bahay, hilig din ni Ruby ang pagtatanim ng mga halaman. Ito raw ang paraan niya para magrelax. Kapag wala naming taping, sinisigurado rin niya na may bonding siya at ng kanyang asawa kasama ang tatlo niyang anak.

Tinutukan ng Follow That Star si Ruby mula bahay, taping hanggang sa kanyang mga personal na lakad. Lahat ng kanyang kakulitan, huling-huli ng camera; kasama ang kanyang pamilya pati na sina Tito, Vic & Joey at lahat ng Dabarkads. Ang katrabahong si Allan K daw ang matalik na kaibigan ni Ruby kaya naman hindi niya pinalampas na dumalo sa birthday ng kaibigan.

Sundan ang kwelang buhay ni Ruby Rodriguez sa Follow That Star, Sabado, 7:55 PM sa GMA News TV.

JayR is Featured Artist in Edwin McCain-Taylor Dayne Manila Concert

2012-01-03T06:53:00.000-08:00

The country’s King of R&B and Soul JayR has been chosen to be the featured artist of the Manila leg of the international hitmakers Edwin McCain and Taylor Dayne this February 17 at the World Trade Center, Pasay City. This concert is produced by Blue Dream Entertainment and CNCA Media Concepts, Inc.
JayR, who is one of the bestselling Filipino acts of his generation by spawning multiplatinum albums and hit songs, is set to remind everyone why he is considered one of the industry’s royalties with his dynamic vocals and awesome moves.

“I am so thankful that I have been given this chance to guest in this concert,” says the R&B and Soul King. “For all the romantics out there, this concert is something you shouldn’t miss.”

JayR is set to release his newest album in the second quarter of this year., under Universal Records.

Edwin McCain is familiar to the Filipino people because of his hit song I’ll Be. His other hits are I Couldn’t Ask For More, Walk With You, among others.
Taylor Dayne, on the other hand, is the voice behind immortal hits - Tell It To My Heart, Love Will Lead You Back, among others.

Party Pilipinas 2012: La Diva, Rachelle Ann Go, Krissy and Kyla

2012-01-01T18:32:00.001-08:00

GMA-7 Afternoon Prime 2012

2012-01-01T00:22:00.001-08:00

GMA-7 Telebabad 2012

2011-12-31T23:48:00.001-08:00

'Trending 2011: The GMA News and Public Affairs Yearend Special' to be Hosted by Mike Enriquez and Dingdong Dantes

2011-12-29T19:57:00.001-08:00

After seven days of online polling through the microsite www.gmanetwork.com/trending2011, this year's top newsmakers are about to be revealed this Saturday, December 31, 2011 in GMA 7's Trending 2011: The GMA News and Public Affairs Yearend Special.

Join veteran journalist Mike Enriquez with special co-host Dingdong Dantes as they host the network's first ever interactive yearend special.

Find out who topped the list according to the public's choice in five different categories: Newsmakers, Shocking Crimes, World News, For the Win (Sports) and Showbiz and the Arts.

In the newsmakers category, the voters chose from six nominees namely: President Benigno Simeon Aquino III, Congresswoman Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, Department of Justice Sec. Leila de Lima, Audit Commissioner Heidi Mendoza, former senator Juan Miguel Zubiri and Chief Justice Renato Corona.

On the shocking crimes category, it was the mall shooting incidents and crimes involving celebrities that grabbed headlines in 2011.

Nominees in the world news category include the death of Osama Bin Laden, the execution of Filipinos in China , the Japan tsunami, the Royal Wedding of Kate Middleton and Prince William, the death of Muammar Gaddafi and the fall of Hosni Mubarak.

Meanwhile, in the sports category, the public chose among boxing champ Manny Pacquiao, the national football team Philippine Azkals, the courageous Philippine Dragonboat Team or the emerging rugby team Philippine Volcanoes.

In the final category, showbiz and the arts, some of the biggest and hottest news for the year include the controversial "Poleteismo" of Mideo Cruz, Filipina beauties who bagged various beauty titles, the epicserye Amaya, Eat Bulaga's dominance, and Showbiz Breakups are the nominees.

Trending 2011: The GMA News and Public Affairs 2011 Yearend Special will air this Saturday, December 31, 9 p.m., in GMA-7 after Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho.

Kusina Master: Andito Na Si Master!

2011-12-21T09:07:00.000-08:00

Protégé - The Final Battle (Videos)

2011-12-18T20:01:00.000-08:00

Krizza:

Lovely:

Lirah:

Top 3:

All Things Christmas on GMA-7’s 'AHA!'

2011-12-15T01:20:00.000-08:00

With just a few days remaining before Christmas, local TV's favorite trivia show is here to bring all things happy and Christmas-y in this Sunday’s episode of GMA 7’s AHA with Drew Arellano and his gang of wacky hosts.

"Ho ho ho!" says the man in the red suit. This Sunday, get to know the guy behind the suit that spreads cheers and good will to all good boys and girls the whole world over. Meet Santa Claus like never before—from his real name and his place of birth down to his actual weight!

Afterwards, find out where and how the crisp peso bills from ninongs and ninangs are made with Doorah Lakwatchera while Boobai brings holiday delights with the sights and sounds of the season! Discover how synchronized lights, sounds and water that make up all the different Christmas attractions in the metro are made possible.

All these and more in this Sunday’s episode of AHA, 9:30 a.m. on GMA 7.

Raymart Santiago at Claudine Barretto sa huling handog ng “Spooky Nights” sa 2011

2011-12-14T23:40:00.000-08:00

Itotodo ng “Spooky Nights” ang pananakot sa huli nitong episode sa taong 2011 kasama ang mag-asawang Raymart Santiago at Claudine Barretto pati na rin ang Magic Palayok child star na si Angeli Nicole Sanoy.

Maganda ang taong 2011 para sa horror program at patuloy itong nangunguna sa time slot nito tuwing Sabado nang gabi. Nitong Disyembre 3 at 10, nakapagtala ang “Spooky Nights” ng karampatang 29.7% at 29.9% household audience shares sa Mega Manila ayon sa overnight data ng Nielsen TV Audience Measurement.

Ngayong Sabado, siguradong pakakaabangan din ng mga manonood ang “Spooky Nights Presents: Perya”. Sa isang maliit na perya nagaganap ang kwentong ito tungkol sa dalawang malungkot na taong muling nakatuklas sa kahulugan ng Pasko matapos makilala ang isang ulila.

Marami nang nanlokong lalaki kay Jackie (Claudine) kaya sinisikap niyang magdamit-lalaki upang hindi na siya maligawan pa. Sa kabilang banda, ang kaibigan niyang si Jilmer (Raymart) ay palagi ring sawi sa pag-ibig dahil sinasamantala ng mga babae ang kanyang kabaitan.

Makikilala ni Jackie si Alice dahil sa isang insidente sa peryang kanyang pinapamahalaan. Nang malaman niyang ulila na ito, nagdesisyon agad si Jackie na kupkupin ang bata kahit tutol si Jilmer at nag-aalalang baka kasama si Alice sa sindikato.

Ang hindi alam nina Jackie at Jilmer, mas nakakatakot pa sa sindikato si Alice dahil nababalot ng kadiliman ang nakaraan nito. Sadyang desperado sa pagmamahal ng magulang ang bata at nagiging psychotic obsession na niya ito, dahilan upang tapusin niya ang sinumang bumigo sa kanya. Matatakasan pa ba siya nina Jackie at Jilmer ngayong nakapasok na siya sa kanilang buhay?

Kasama sina Mel Kimura at Tom Olivar, ang “Spooky Nights Presents: Perya” ay pinagtulungang likhain nina Direktor Uro Q. Dela Cruz at Headwriter Senedy Que.

Huwag palampasin ang huling handog ng “Spooky Nights” sa taong 2011 pagkatapos ng Manny Many Prizes ngayong Sabado sa GMA-7.

'Ang Pinaka-Classic Pinoy Christmas Food' Ngayong Linggo sa GMA News TV

2011-12-13T20:22:00.000-08:00

Ngayong Linggo, ihahatid ng ‘Ang Pinaka’ ang part four ng kanilang month-long Christmas specials, ang countdown ng pinaka–popular na Christmas food— ang sampung ‘Ang Pinaka: Classic Pinoy Christmas Food.’

Makakasama ng host na si Rovilson Fernandez ang mga panauhing panelistang sina: Yvette Tan, Food writer, Chef Edward Bugia, Chef/Owner, Pino,Pipino, Brgy. Bagnet, Burger Project and Chef Sandy Daza, Cooking Show Host/Cookbook author/Foodie/Food Columnist, Phil. Daily Inquirer at ang kaniyang pop-up komentaristang sina Maey at Betong.

Alamin ang Top 10 “Ang Pinaka: Classic Pinoy Christmas Food’ ngayong Linggo, December 18, 6:20 PM sa GMA News TV Channel 11.

Protégé reveals Top 3 Finalists

2011-12-13T01:11:00.000-08:00

After weeks of live performances and nerve-wracking elimination nights, Krizza Neri, Lirah Bermudez and Lovely Embuscado are headed for the Grand Finals of GMA’s hit reality singing search, PROTÉGÉ.

Following the elimination of Jensen Teñoso and Nomer Limatog, Jr., the competition is now down to the Top 3 finalists who will compete to clinch the much coveted prizes in the program’s finale on December 18 to be held at the Centerstage of SM Mall of Asia.

It’s an all-female finals competition and Krizza, Lirah and Lovely are all set to showcase their best performances in front of the judges and televiewers in the Final Battle at the live results show. This is their final chance to deliver a winning act along with their respective celebrity mentors as the public and the judges will decide who deserves to take home the crown.

From the time when Protégé started, the three female finalists have emerged as strong and popular contenders armed with active and staunch supporters who have cheered for them throughout the entire run of the competition.

Only one mentor-protégé tandem will be proclaimed champion and it will definitely be a thrilling and extreme battle. Who will shine the most in the final performance night?

To vote for your favorite Protégé, just text PROTÉGÉ (space) NAME OF PROTÉGÉ and send to 2344 for Globe, TM and Sun subscribers, and 367 for Smart and Talk N' Text users.

Catch the grand showdown of the Top 3 finalists in Protégé: The Final Battle this coming Sunday, December 18 right after Kap’s Amazing Stories on GMA.

Dong Yi’s coming of age on GMA Telebabad this week

2011-12-13T00:45:00.000-08:00

The most awaited coming of age of the main character in “Dong Yi”, GMA-7’s epic Korean drama on primetime, happens at last. This week, viewers finally see Korean actress Han Hyo Joo, who portrays the grownup Dong Yi.

As a child, Dong Yi successfully enters the king’s palace as a servant for the bureau of music and stays there until she grows up. While doing her chores one day, she plays an instrument and the music immediately catches the attention of the king. Will he see who has been playing the instrument?

Meanwhile, the commotion continues as the king wants his concubine, Lady Jang (Lee So Yeon), to live in the palace despite the opposition of many officials. Soon, Dong Yi meets her and remembers that they have met many years ago. She also discovers that the king’s concubine has something to do with the butterfly ornament, the key to clearing her family’s name. How will Lady Jang change Dong Yi’s life?

Get to know the grownup Dong Yi and find out how her life influences Korea through this grand epic drama. “Dong Yi” airs after Survivor Philippines Celebrity Doubles, Mondays thru Thursdays on GMA-7 Telebabad.

Damhin ang saya ng Pasko kasama ang inyong Bubble Gang barkada!

2011-12-12T22:12:00.000-08:00

Ang hinahangaan at patuloy na umaani ng mga parangal bilang best gag show sa bansa, Bubble Gang, ay ipadadama ang saya ng Pasko dahil sa mga hinihanda nilang segments at gags ngayong Biyernes.

Samantala, di naman magpapahuli ang Bubble Gang barkada sa makabagong teknolohiyang laganap sa boung sambayanan. Abangan ang paghatid nila ang pinaka-bago at nakatutuwang istilo ng pag-awit ng Christmas carols--- ang high tech caroling.

Sisiguraduhin naman ng mga Kapuso stars na sina Dennis Trillo, Ynah Asistio at JC Tiuseco ang pagdala ng mga hindi matatawarang kasiyahan ngayong Biyernes ng gabi.

Naniniwala ka ba kay Santa Claus? Huwag ng pahuhuli sa mga ilalahad na kwento ng isang lalaki tungkol sa kanyang matinding paniniwala kay Santa Claus at sa presensya nito sa kanyang buhay.

Samantala, ang kinatutuwaang sister-tandem na sina Cheche at Bureche ay aatend ng Misa de Gallo. Mapukaw kaya ng kanilang ka-cute-tan ang mga ibang sumisimba? At ano naman kaya ang mga kasiyahang ihahatid nila para sa mga manonood?

Huwag ng pahuhuli at siguraduhing nakatutok ngayong Biyernes upang mapanood ang hindi mapantayang gag show ng bansa, ang Bubble Gang, pagkatapos ng Inside Protégé sa GMA 7.

Rhian Ramos One-on-One Interview by Pia Guanio - 24 Oras

2011-12-07T10:35:00.001-08:00

GMA Network leads national television ratings this November

2011-12-05T07:45:00.000-08:00

Nationwide ratings winner GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) further hiked its lead in television ratings versus competitors ABS-CBN and TV5 from October to November, according to broadcast industry’s most trusted ratings service provider Nielsen TV Audience Measurement.

Based on full November data (November 27 to 30 based on overnight readings), GMA remained the number one free-to-air television channel with 37.5 total day average household audience share points, ahead of ABS-CBN’s 29.3 points by an imposing 8.2 points; and much higher than TV5’s 15.

GMA was notably the only TV station that grew its total day household audience share performance across all areas this November relative to the previous month.

Based on an estimated five viewers per household, GMA’s margins translate to almost 1.5 million more viewers from all over the country over ABS-CBN; and 4.2 million more viewers over TV5.

In the list of overall top 30 programs, GMA’s programs outnumbered ABS-CBN’s. There were 16 Kapuso programs in the list with the historic boxing special Pacquiao-Marquez III: World Welterweight Championship clinching the top spot.

GMA especially made remarkable nationwide ratings performance in both daytime and afternoon blocks, where it left behind competitors by double digit margins.

In Urban Luzon, which houses 77 percent of total television households nationwide, GMA hit 41.3 total day audience share points, higher than ABS-CBN’s 25 by 16.3 points; and ahead of TV5’s 15.5 by 25.8 points.

The margins translate to 2.3 million more viewers from the said area attuned to GMA over ABS-CBN; and 3.7 million more viewers over TV5.

In the Kapuso bailiwick Mega Manila, which comprises 58 percent of total television households nationwide, GMA registered 42.2 share points, 18.9 points ahead of ABS-CBN’s 23.3 points; 25.8 points away from TV5’s 16.4 points.

The figures translate to GMA having two million more viewers over ABS-CBN; and 2.8 million more viewers over TV5.

There were 21 GMA programs in the list of overall top 30 programs in Urban Luzon; while 22 GMA programs made it to the same list in Mega Manila. The Pacquiao-Marquez III: World Welterweight Championship led all programs in both rosters. In the top 10 list, GMA almost made a clean sweep with eight entries in Mega Manila, and seven in Urban Luzon.

Other GMA programs that showed consistent performance in both areas include the longest running noontime show Eat Bulaga, banner newscast 24 Oras, primetime shows Amaya, Iglot, Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho, and Munting Heredera.

The Nielsen TV Audience Measurement used by GMA is used by 21 companies including two other local networks, namely, TV5 and Solar Entertainment; Faulkner Media; CBN Asia; 13 advertising agencies and three regional clients. On the other hand, ABS-CBN is the only major local TV network reportedly subscribing to Kantar Media, formerly known as TNS.

In Mega Manila alone, the Nielsen TV Audience Measurement has a sample size of 880 homes as compared to Kantar Media’s 770 homes. Nationwide, Nielsen has a total sample size of 2,005 homes compared to the lower sample size of 1,370 utilized by Kantar Media.

“I Do”, Times Two! The Jolina Magdangal-Mark Escueta Wedding Special airs this Sunday on GMA’s SNBO

2011-12-01T21:14:00.000-08:00

Newlyweds Jolina Magdangal and Mark Escueta finally divulge exclusive details of their wedding in “I Do”, Times Two! The Jolina Magdangal-Mark Escueta Wedding Special this Sunday on GMA-7’s SNBO.

The hour-long special brings to television viewers a unique and inspiring love story between an actress who grew up before the public’s eyes, and a musician whose tracks helped define an entire generation.

The couple will recount the tedious five-month preparation that immediately began after Mark, the original drummer of Rivermaya, proposed to the multitalented actress-singer-host that is Jolina earlier this year.

They will talk about the experiences that led them to the decision of tying the knot, not once but twice, last November 19 and 21. The first being a church wedding witnessed by their family and closest relatives, and the second, a bohemian-inspired garden wedding, this time, with the addition of selected friends in and out of showbiz.

Jolina and Mark, as well as their families, will also share how both weddings came about, and name the people who became instrumental in the fulfillment of this very memorable occasion, trademarked in the couple’s personal style.

The special, of course, will not be complete without showing videos of the two weddings, which will be shown in full for the first time on television. Know too, what’s next for the recently married couple in their newfound life together, and in their respective careers.

Flip through the pages of their love story in “I Do”, Times Two! The Jolina Magdangal-Mark Escueta Wedding Special this Sunday, December 4, right after Protégé on GMA Sunday Night Box Office (SNBO).

Solenn Heusaff - 'It's Our Time' Music Video

2011-11-27T00:17:00.001-08:00

PCIJ Media Killings Series Part 2 'The Herson Hinolan Case: See No Evil'

2011-11-25T21:39:00.000-08:00

The Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism in partnership with GMA News TV airs The Herson Hinolan Case: See No Evil this Saturday night at 9:55 pm on Channel 11.

Herson Hinolan was a hard-hitting radio broadcaster for Bombo Radyo Kalibo. Hinolan’s bombastic and aggressive commentary earned him the ire of many Aklanon politicians. Colleagues remember that Hinolan even engaged in a heated argument with Lezo Mayor Alfredo Arcenio while on the air, to the point where the two challenged each other to a gunfight.

Hinolan was shot on the night of Nov. 13 2004 upon emerging from a town carnival. The gunman and an accomplice fled the scene on board a motorcycle. A few days later, police achieved a major breakthrough when three witnesses came forward to identify the gunman as Mayor Arcenio himself. The three executed affidavits stating that they saw Arcenio walk behind Hinolan and pull the trigger before jumping onto a bodyguard’s motorcycle. With three witnesses in the bag, authorities thought it was “case closed.”

A few months after the murder, however, one witness after another recanted, contradicting their earlier affidavits. Seven years later, the case is still pending before the Cebu Regional Trial Court. In an interview with the PCIJ, Mayor Arcenio says he never attempted to influence any of the witnesses.

Don’t miss The Herson Hinolan Case: SEE NO EVIL, the second instalment of the five-part series of PCIJ Media Killings this Saturday, November 26, 9.55pm after Front Row on GMA News TV.

GMA Network hosts workshop for South East Asian TV practitioners

2011-11-24T20:54:00.000-08:00

GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) renewed its partnership with the French embassy after hosting a workshop on drama production dubbed as “Soap Opera: From the Idea to the Production” for television practitioners from South East Asia.

The series of courses, which successfully ran from November 14 to 17 in GMA Network, is the second of four legs spearheaded by the French government this year.

The four-day seminar sought to improve and match with international standards the participants’ skills in creating soap operas, a format especially popular in the Philippines. Topics that were covered include character treatment, dialogue elaboration, among other new and emerging trends in drama.

Two French television experts namely, Benoit Delorme, producer, TV director, and concept developer of several French and international productions, and Nans Delgado, scriptwriter, creative director, and artistic coordinator for well known production houses, and TV and movie companies in France, shared their time and expertise with the delegates from different Asian countries.

The training program culminated with an intimate gathering graced by the representatives from the French Embassy, Mr. Martin Macalintal, Audio-Visual Attaché of the French Embassy in the Philippines, and Ms. Stephanie Rabourdin, Regional Audio-Visual Attaché of the French Embassy in Singapore, GMA Network officers, Ms. Lilybeth G. Rasonable (VP for Drama), Ms. Roxanne J. Barcelona (VP for GMA Worldwide), and Ms. Gigi S. Lara (AVP for Alternative Productions), program managers from GMA Entertainment TV and other GMA employees.

Meanwhile, Kapuso actress and Amaya cast member Roxanne Barcelo provided entertainment as she serenaded the audience with songs from the musical Chicago.

Being the first Filipino broadcast company to host the French Regional Program, GMA welcomed this opportunity to work hand in hand again with the French Entertainment Industry thru Ms. Geraldine Mouche, Program Manager for the Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development (AIBD), to improve television content not just locally, but also in our neighboring countries.

GMA has been in partnership with the AIDB and the French Government for the past three years.

After holding workshops in Thailand and the Philippines, the series will continue in Malaysia and Indonesia and will run until January next year.

Cross-published in http://www.starmometer.com

4 GMA Network Executives Chosen as Jurors in the 39th International Emmy Awards

2011-11-24T09:51:00.000-08:00

GMA Network Senior Vice President for Entertainment Wilma V. Galvante, Vice President for Program Management Jose Mari R. Abacan, Vice President for GMA Worldwide Roxanne J. Barcelona, and Vice President for News Programs and multi-awarded broadcast journalist Jessica A. Soho were selected as members of the distinguished panel of jurors in the 39th International Emmy Awards.

Galvante participated as a juror in the final round of judging for the Best Actress category, where she reviewed entries from Brazil, Hong Kong, Sweden, and United Kingdom. Galvante was a judge in the Emmys in 2006 for the Best Comedy Program category, and in 2008 for the Best Actor category.

Soho, meanwhile, was tasked to evaluate entries in the English-Language Current Affairs category, which include entries submitted by news organizations from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada and Australia. This is the second time in a row that the award-winning broadcaster was chosen to judge in the Emmy Awards after being a judge in the Documentary: Asia/Africa/Middle East category last year.

Abacan also returned as a juror, now in the Comedy category. Nominees in this division include semi-finalists from each of the four Emmy judging regions, namely, Europe, Latin America, English-Language, and Asia/Africa/Middle East. Last year, Abacan was a judge in the TV Movie/Mini-Series category.

For the fifth time, Barcelona joined the panel of jurors, this time in the final round of judging for the TV Movie/Mini-Series category. She likewise reviewed the regional semi-finalists from the four abovementioned regions. The last time Barcelona judged the International Emmys was in 2008 for the TV Movie/Mini-Series category.

Known as the Oscars of the television industry, the annual International Emmy Awards is organized by the International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, a worldwide organization composed of leading media and entertainment figures from all sectors of television including internet and mobile.

As it aims to recognize excellence in international television programming, the award-giving body gathers only the most knowledgeable TV practitioners from various fields of expertise to screen and select the winners.

The 39th International Emmy Awards was held on November 21 in New York City.

Pepito Manaloto tinanghal na Best Comedy Show sa 25th Star Awards for TV!

2011-11-23T05:25:00.000-08:00

Ang comedy show na Pepito Manaloto na patuloy sa pagbibigay ng magandang aral at nagtuturo ng magandang aral sa mga manonood ay tinanghal na Best Comedy Show sa ginanap na 25th Star Awards for Television sa Newport Performing Arts Theater ng Resorts World Manila.

Samantala, ang Pepito Manaloto lead na si Michael V ay nominado rin sa Asian TV Awards para sa kategoryang Best Comedy Performance by an Actor.

Ngayong Linggo, Ang buong pamilya ni Pepito Manaloto ay lilipat na sa bago at malaki nilang mansion. At dahil sa laki ng kanilang bahay, maiisipan ni Pepito na mag-install ng home automation system para sa kanilang seguridad.

Sa kabila ng ganda at laki ng kanilang mansyon, makakarinig sila ng himig mula sa kaluluwang umaawit na sumasabay sa tunog ng piano. Kaya naman pakiramdam nila na ang kanilang bagong tirahan ay haunted. Magdedesisyon si Pepito na kunin ang serbisyo ng isang ispiritista para makausap ang kaluluwa na bumabagag sa kanilang pamilya.

Totoo kaya na ang mansyon nina Pepito ay isang haunted? Matuklasan kaya ng ispiritista ang mensahe na gustong ipaalam nito sa mga nakatira sa bahay?

Abangan ang mga kaabang-abang ng kasagutan sa 25th Star Awards Best Comedy Show Pepito Manaloto ngayong Linggo pagkatapos ng Oras Weekend sa GMA 7.

Gwendoline Ruais in 'Party Pilipinas Proud Ako'

2011-11-21T19:52:00.000-08:00

2011 Miss World 1st Princess Gwendoline Ruais comes home

2011-11-21T08:37:00.000-08:00

After almost a month of staying in London to compete in the 2011 Miss World Pageant, the newly-crowned Miss World 1st Princess Gwendoline Ruais returns to the Philippines on November 18.

Last October 19, Gwen left the country as Miss World Philippines with the hope of bringing home the elusive crown. It has been 16 years since Miss Philippines last placed in the Miss World Pageant and more than 3 decades since the country’s candidate was crowned 1st Princess. Now that Gwen has made a mark in the international scene, the Philippines is back to being a front runner in the Miss World Pageant.

Upon her arrival via Etihad Airways, the 1st Princess of Miss World 2011 is welcomed at the Midas Hotel by her Miss World Philippines family headed by Ms. Cory Quirino together with the local pageant’s main presenter, SM Development Corporation (SMDC), represented by Senior AVP for Marketing, Mr. Rudy Villar. GMA-7 Entertainment TV executives Ms. Bang U. Arespacochaga, Senior Program Manager, and Ms. Ali Dedicatoria, Program Manager, also greet Gwen in her homecoming.

Home at last, the successful beauty queen is set to share her blessings and live out Miss World’s advocacy, Beauty With A Purpose, in the country. Gwen is tying up with the GMA Kapuso Foundation for fundraisers to help the needy and the less fortunate - her way of thanking the Filipinos for the support they have given her.

This Monday (November 21), Gwen welcomes the pound-for-pound king, Cong. Manny Pacquiao, as he gets home after his recent boxing victory over Mexican fighter Juan Manuel Marquez. The two world-class Filipino prides is set to have breakfast together in Midas Hotel.

Later in the day, Gwen pays a courtesy call on Vice President Jejomar Binay, before she goes to a luncheon hosted by SMDC Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Henry Sy, Jr., in their Corporate Headquarters at One Ecom Center, Mall of Asia Complex. To cap her momentous day, Gwen proceeds with her courtesy call on the Senate and the Congress in the afternoon.

At 10:00AM on Tuesday (November 22), Gwen parades along EDSA with 2011 Miss World Philippines 1st Princess Helen Nicolette Henson, 2nd Princess Martha Chloe McCulley, 3rd Princess Ma. Paula Bianca Paz, and 4th Princess Jaysel Arrozal. The motorcade’s starting point is at the GMA Network Center, going to the SM Mall of Asia in Pasay via Ayala Avenue.

Celebrate Filipina beauty and success with our 2011 Miss World 1st Princess Gwendoline Ruais! Get updated on her homecoming and other activities through GMA 7, GMA News TV 11 and www.igma.tv.

Ang Panday 2 - Full Trailer

2011-11-20T08:00:00.001-08:00

Nathaniel James Velasquez Alcasid - Party Pilipinas

2011-11-19T22:24:00.001-08:00

Kapuso Artists Pinarangalan sa 24th Aliw Awards!

2011-11-17T22:22:00.000-08:00

Ang mga Kapuso artists ay tumanggap ng parangal mula sa kapita-pitagang 24th Aliw Awards na ginanap sa Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila noong ika-8 ng Nobyembre, 2011.

Ang Aliw Awards ay kumikilala sa mga hindi mapantayan at natatanging persona at pagtatanghal sa larangan ng Philippine live entertainment.

Daldalita star Elmo Magalona ay tinanghal bilang Best Male Teen Performer habang ang Youtube Sensation at Party Pilipinas performer na si Julie Ann San Jose ay pinangalanan bilang Best Female Teen Performer.

Nagwagi rin ng Best Performer in hotels; music bars and lounges (Female Category) ang Party Pilipinas singer na si Jonalyn Viray at si Gian Magdangal naman ay nagkamit ng Best Performer for a Special Production award para sa pinakita niyang performance sa ‘Kaos’ na itinanghal sa Resorts World Manila.

Nasungkit naman ng Showbiz Central host na si Raymond Gutierrez ang parangal bilang Best Male Emcee.

Nagkamit ng dalawang parangal ang ‘Charice: Home for Valentine’ na umere noong ika-13 ng Pebrero sa GMA 7, iginawad rito ang Best Major Concert (Female Category) at ang pagkilala kay Louie Ignacio bilang Best Concert Stage Director.

At ang kinilalang Discovery of the Year ng 24th Aliw Awards ay ang Kapusong si Solenn Heussaff.

Ang mga parangal na tinanggap ng mga Kapuso artists ay pagpapatunay lamang na ang galing at talentong Kapuso ay maipagmamalaki saan mang sulok ng mundo.

Breaking Dawn Cast - Startalk Interview

2011-11-14T22:05:00.001-08:00

Conflict between Barbie and Joyce heats up in Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin

2011-11-11T21:10:00.001-08:00

Witness how two people can go from being best friends to bitter rivals as Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin, GMA-7’s afternoon drama, continues this week.

Despite growing up together, a tragedy forced cousins Katherine (Barbie Forteza) and Clarissa (Joyce Ching) to lead separate lives and assume different identities.

Katherine - with no memory of who she was - now works as a helper in the Fuentebella mansion. Clarissa, on the other hand, continues to take advantage of the situation by posing as Katherine.

On Monday, Clarissa is consumed by jealousy when Charles (Joshua Dionisio) keeps showering Katherine with attention at a party. To get even, Clarissa plots to humiliate Katherine unaware that her plans will eventually backfire.

Meanwhile, on Tuesday, Ferdinand (Gardo Versoza) forces Katherine and Clarissa to stay in one room – hoping to appease the rivalry between the two. Clarissa, meanwhile, remains at odds with Jepoy (Kristoffer Martin), who still feels as though his best friend is committing a huge mistake for faking her identity.

When will the truth about Clarissa’s real identity be revealed? Will jealousy and greed continue to get the best of her? Will Katherine’s memory even return, or will she remain as the submissive servant that she is now?

Follow the many twists and turns in Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin weekdays after Kokak on GMA Afternoon Prime.

Mga bida ng pelikung “Breaking Dawn” sa ‘Startalk’ TX Now!

2011-11-10T22:53:00.000-08:00

Ngayong Sabado, punung-puno ng mga maiinit at mga eksklusibong showbiz stories ang hatid ng Startalk TX Now para sa mga Kapuso.

Ang mga bida ng inaabangang pelikula na “Breaking Dawn” na sina Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart at Taylor Lautner haharap sa isang exclusive interview kasama ang Startalk Host Ricky Lo upang ilahad ang mga nakatutuwang kwento sa likod ng kanilang pinaka-aabangang pelikula.

Alamin din ang mga panibagong updates tungkol sa pinag-uusapang Ram Revilla murder case. At International Singing Sensation Charice Pempengco, ikukwento ang mga detalye kung paano niya hinaharap ang bawat araw pagkatapos ng malungkot na kaganapan sa kanilang buhay.

At mga Castaways ng Survivor Philippines Celebrity Doubles Showdown, LIVE na haharapin ang mga intrigang ibabato sa kanila ng mga Startalk hosts.

Huwag ng pahuhuli sa mga bugso ng intriga sa Totally Xciting, Totally Xclusive at Totally Xplosive Startalk TX NOW ngayong Sabado pagkatapos ng Eat Bulaga sa GMA 7.

Pepito Manaloto tackles circumcision being a male’s rite of passage

2011-11-10T22:27:00.000-08:00

CMMA’s Best Comedy Show Pepito Manaloto never fails in giving quality stories that instill moral values to every viewer nationwide.

This Sunday, Pepito Manaloto’s (Michael V) son Chito (Joshua Pineda) experiences bullying in school due to the fact that he’s still uncircumcised. Chito will decide not to attend his classes anymore because of the fear that his classmates will make fun of him.

Being a loving and supportive dad, Pepito will carefully explain to his son the need to undergo circumcision. As they struggle in persuading Chito, they will find out that Patrick (John Feir), Pepito’s good friend, is still uncircumcised in spite of his mature age.

Will Pepito be able to convince Chito and Patrick to go through circumcision?

Join Rich Asuncion, John Regala and Chris Villanueva as they join the happy family of Pepito Manaloto for another informative and hilarious episode this Sunday after 24 Oras Weekend on GMA 7.

GMA-7 primetime series “Iglot” airs finale episode on Friday

2011-11-09T19:10:00.000-08:00

GMA-7’s fantasy-drama Iglot comes full circle as it ends with a race to the top of a volcano this Friday, November 11.

Father Ruben (Romnick Sarmenta) and Ning (Milkcah Wynne Nacion) embark on a new adventure as they try to save Iglot by bringing it to Mount Matahon, where the little creature truly belongs.

However, the ambitious archeologist Dr. Petrovsky (Jaime Fabregas) reaches the top of the volcano first, and puts Ning’s life in danger.

Right at the same time, Anton (Marvin Agustin), Ramona (Jolina Magdangal) and Aldo (Patrick Garcia) set out on a mission of their own as they try to save Mariella (Claudine Barretto) from Juancho (Luis Alandy).

As Juancho asserts his power, an unexpected hero paves the way for Mariella to finally escape her captor, igniting a series of heart-stopping events.

Struggling to protect themselves, will Ning and Father Ruben be able to keep Iglot from being harmed by Dr. Petrovsky? Will Mariella finally reunite with her daughter? Will Anton and Ramona get their happy ending?

Completing the cast of Iglot are Ms. Celia Rodriguez, Pauleen Luna, Perla Bautista, Sylvia Sanchez, Mel Martinez, Lexi Fernandez, Hiro Magalona, Nicky Castro, and as a special guest Mr. Eddie Garcia, under the direction of Gil Tejada Jr.

Catch the exciting finale of Iglot this Friday after 24 Oras on GMA Telebabad.

Meet the Cast of 'Kokak'

2011-11-07T20:51:00.000-08:00

Sarah Lahbati

TJ Trinidad

TJ Trinidad and Sarah Lahbati

JC Tiuseco

Vaness del Moral

Caridad Sanchez

Deborah Sun

Ervic Vijandre

Frencheska Farr

Gary Estrada

Jessa Zaragoza

TJ and Sarah

Vaness del Moral

Carmina, magtatampo kina Michael V. at Manilyn?

2011-11-04T08:13:00.000-07:00

Matapos ang ‘Post-Partum Depression’ na dinanas ni Elsa (Manilyn Reynes) noong nakaraang Linggo, ipinadama sa kanya ni Pepito Manaloto (Michael V) na siya ang pinakamaganda at pinakamahalagang babae sa buhay nito.

Ngayong Linggo, magiging abala ang mag-asawang sina Pepito at Elsa para sa nalalapit na pagbibinyag sa kanilang bunsong anak na si Clarissa. Uumpisahan nila ang kanilang preparasyon sa pag-iisip at paglilista ng maraming ninong at ninang na gagabay sa pagpapalaki at magiging ikalawang magulang ng kanilang anak.

Subalit, habang nalalapit ang nasabing okasyon ay unti-unti nilang babawasan ang bilang ng mga magiging ninong at ninang ni Baby Clarissa. At dahil sa pagiging abala ng mag-asawa, makakalimutan nilang isama bilang ninang ang matalik nilang kaibigan na si Maricar (Carmina Villaroel).

Dahil sa nangyari, sasama kaya ang loob ni Maricar kina Pepito? Paano kaya mareresolba nina Pepito ang problema kung sakaling magtampo ang kanilang matalik na kaibigang si Maricar?

Magiging bahagi rin ng binyagan sina Ara Mina, Diana Zubiri, John Regala, Mitch Valdez and Odette Khan.

Alamin ang mga kasagutan sa CMMA’s Best Comedy Show Pepito Manaloto, ngayong Linggo pagkatapos ng 24 Oras Weekend sa GMA.

'Just for Laughs Gags' Eere na sa GMA!

2011-11-03T00:46:00.001-07:00

Matapos magbigay saya ng Just for Laughs Gags sa iba’t-ibang bahagi ng mundo, naghanda naman sila ng mga hindi matatawarang gags at pranks para pasakitin ang mga tiyan sa katatawa ng bawat Kapuso simula ngayong ika-5 ng Nobyembre sa GMA.

Ang Just for Laughs Gags ay maituturing na pinakatapat na reality show na na ipinapalabas sa telebisyon. Ang nasabing programa ay kumbinasyon ng pinag-isipan, pinaghandaan at mga nakatutuwang pranks na ibabato sa mga walang kamuwang-muwang na subjects at huhulihin ng mga hidden cameras ang kanilang nakatutuwang reaksyon.

Ang mga inihandang gags ng nasabing programa ay siguradong maghahatid ng walang humpay na katatawanan at kukumpleto sa Saturday night ng mga Kapuso.

Huwag palampasin ang invasion ng Just for Laughs Gags sa Philippine TV. Abangan rin ang mga nakatutuwang hirit na hatid nito ngayong Sabado, 11:30 PM, pagkatapos ng Inside Protege sa GMA 7.

Unexpected twists in the last two weeks of GMA-7’s “Pahiram Ng Isang Ina”

2011-11-02T10:15:00.001-07:00

In the last two weeks of GMA-7’s “Pahiram Ng Isang Ina”, viewers find themselves at the edge of their seats as unexpected twists happen in the drama series.

Emily (Carmina Villarroel) and her family remain to be in danger as long as her husband, Johnny (Antonio Aquitania), is around. After his attempted suicide, Johnny succeeds in returning and living in Emily’s mansion once again. He pretends to be a changed man and tries to win Emily’s heart by being nice to every one.

As for Andrea (Maxene Magalona), her relationship with Ryan (Marco Alcaraz) gets more complicated now that the young man has asked for her hand in marriage. She feels obliged to stand by Emily’s side at all times and, thus, says no to Ryan’s proposal. Could this be the end of their love?

Meanwhile, Berna (Bea Binene) and Andoy (Martin Delos Santos) are getting nearer to becoming a real part of Emily and Luke’s (Jake Vargas) family as adopted kids. The question is, will their Aunt Veron (Shyr Valdez) let go of them that easily?

Even the antagonists, Johnny and Eloisa (Bubbles Paraiso) begin to have their issues too. Eloisa feels that Johnny disregards her; the latter thinks that he can do away with the woman. When she discovers that Johnny plots to kill her, Eloisa decides to go against him and turn him in to the authorities. Will Eloisa cause Johnny’s downfall?

Afternoons heat up as “Pahiram Ng Isang Ina” nears its finale on November 11. Do not miss an episode in the last two weeks of this undefeated drama series in GMA-7’s Afternoon Prime.

“Pahiram Ng Isang Ina” airs weekdays after Eat Bulaga on GMA-7.

GMA-7’s 'Tropang Potchi' Welcomes Lenlen Frial this Saturday

2011-10-26T21:37:00.001-07:00

The cast of GMA-7’s “Tropang Potchi” welcomes the Futbolilits star, Lenlen Frial, as their new Ka-Potchi beginning this Saturday. The tropa, consisting of Julian Trono, Sabrina Man, Miggy Jimenez, Bianca Umali and Lianne Valentino, continue their adventures and learning experiences together.

This Saturday, Sab and Julian share facts about various kinds of discs. They try playing the classic sport called Ultimate Disc and also meet a collector of vintage vinyl records, which were used before CDs and MP3 players were invented. The duo then discovers that disc jockeys or DJs still use vinyl records to create effects on their turntables.

Meanwhile, a problem sets in as Miggy invites Bianca’s friend, Joana, to the Potchi house. Miggy does not know that Bianca has been keeping grudges toward Joana and this encounter suddenly sparks a confrontation between the girls. Can the tropa help Bianca and Joana sort things out?

Catch another episode filled with learnings and values in this program which was given Special Citation for Best Children and Youth Program in the 33rd Catholic Mass Media Awards (CMMA).

Directed by Louie Ignacio, “Tropang Potchi” airs every Saturday at 8:30AM on GMA-7.

The Road - Full Trailer

2011-10-26T08:41:00.000-07:00

Pepito Manaloto Tumanggap ng Dalawang Parangal

2011-10-26T02:02:00.000-07:00

Namayagpag ang mga programa ng GMA 7, GMA News TV at DZBB sa ginanap na 33rd Catholic Mass Media Awards sa San Carlos Seminary.

Ginawaran ang mga natatanging programa na nagpamalas ng mga kagandahang asal at nagtuturo ng mga magagandang aral sa bawat manonoood.

Kabilang sa mga pinarangalan ay ang programang Pepito Manaloto na nasungkit ang Best Comedy Program dahil sa natatanging konsepto ng pagpapatawa na nagpapamalas ng kagandahang asal at nagtuturo ng magagandang aral sa bawat manonood saan man sa mundo.

Samantala, nakatanggap rin ang nasabing programa ng Special Award for Insurance Education through the Media sa 1st PIRA Awards na ginanap noong ika-21 ng Oktubre sa The Peninsula Hotel sa Makati City. Kinilala ng 1st PIRA Awards ang episode ng Pepito Manaloto noong ika-11 ng Setyembre na nagpakita ng kahalagahan ng pagkakaroon ng life insurance.
Ngayong Linggo sa Pepito Manaloto, maiiisipang sumali nina Maria (Mosang) at Baby (Janna Dominguez) sa isang beauty pageant. Subalit, magkakaroon sila ng hindi pagkakaunawaan tungkol dito na magtutulak saa pagbaback-out ng isa sa kanila upang mapagbigyang katuparan ang pangarap ng isa na maging isang beauty queen. Sino kaya sa kanilang dalawa ang magpaparaya?
Sa kabilang dako, matapos manganak ni Elsa (Manilyn Reynes) makakaranas ito ng ‘Postpartum Depression’ kaya feeling niya ay pumangit siya. Dahil dito, gagawin naman ni Pepito (Michael V.) ang lahat para ipadama kay Elsa na siya ang pinakamagandang beauty queen sa buhay ni Pepito.

Panoorin na ang patuloy na gumagandang kwento ng 1st PIRA Awards’ Awardee for Insurance Education through the Media at CMMA’s Best Comedy Program na Pepito Manaloto, tuwing Linggo, pagkatapos ng 24 Oras Weekend sa GMA 7.

Sarah Lahbati Topbills 'Kokak'

2011-10-25T07:23:00.000-07:00

This November, Starstruck 5 Ultimate Female Survivor Sarah Lahbati topbills the drama series, "Kokak", on GMA-7. Her much-awaited break brings mixed feelings of excitement and a bit of anxiety because of her fear of frogs. Ironically, playing the lead role in the new series means she will be working with frogs.

"Kokak" is based on the popular comic series created by Ruben Marcelino about a frog who transforms into a beautiful woman. The comic series' movie adaptation starred by Rachel Lobangco and Gabby Concepcion became a hit in 1989.

All smiles, Sarah shared how she broke the good news to her mom. "Sabi ko, 'Ma, tinanggal na ako sa Time Of My Life. Wala na akong show...." And when her mom asked why she was pulled out from the show, she happily told her that she is going to play the lead role in a new program.

Sarah also expressed excitement about her first team-up with Kapuso leading man, TJ Trinidad. "Mayroon ding nerbyos kasi siyempre hindi kami magkakilala. Pero, thankful ako that we had workshops na nakatulong para mas mag-loosen up kami, na mas makilala namin yung isa't isa", added the "Kokak" lead star.

Aside from acting workshops under the supervision of Mark Espinosa, Sarah also followed a strict diet to prepare for her role, which she describes as a little sexy. When she has time, she also tries to squeeze Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts into her schedule.

Playing the lead role is a big challenge for Sarah but aside from doing drama, "the biggest challenge would be that I'll be showing more skin than the usual," explained the young actress.

Also in the cast of "Kokak" are JC Tiuseco (portraying Sarah's other leading man), Jessa Zaragoza, Gary Estrada, Ms. Caridad Sanchez, Deborah Sun, Vaness Del Moral, Frencheska Farr, Ervic Vijandre.

The creative team of "Kokak" includes Creative Director Jun Lana, Headwriter Dode Cruz, Afternoon Prime Head Roy Iglesias, Creative Consultant Des Garbes-Severino, writers Mitchicko Yamamoto, Ronalyn Sales, Luningning Ribay and brainstormers Gilda Olvidado and Obet Villela. Production is supervised by: GMA VP for Drama, Lilybeth G. Rasonable; AVP for Drama, Redgie Acuña-Magno; and Program Manager Helen Rose S. Sese with Executive Producer Joy Lumboy.

Directed by Ricky Davao, "Kokak" begins airing this November on GMA-7's Afternoon Prime.Ito ang Drama.

Lirah Bermudez - Price Tag - The Protege

2011-10-23T09:38:00.001-07:00

Krizza Neri - Superbass - The Protege

2011-10-23T09:16:00.001-07:00

Sowat - My Immortal - Protege

2011-10-23T09:14:00.001-07:00

Nomer Limatog Jr. - You Give Love a Bad Name - Protege

2011-10-23T09:12:00.001-07:00

Rosalyn Navarro - Listen - The Protege

2011-10-23T09:06:00.001-07:00

Jensen Teñoso - Footprints in the Sand - The Protege

2011-10-23T07:24:00.001-07:00

Denise Barbacena - Mandown - Protege

2011-10-23T07:10:00.001-07:00

Samantha Felizco - Someone Like You - Protege

2011-10-23T07:09:00.001-07:00

Lovely Embuscado – Total Eclipse of the Heart - Protege

2011-10-23T06:44:00.001-07:00

Kenneth Monico - Grenade - Protege

2011-10-23T06:43:00.001-07:00

100 Most Beautiful Women in the Philippines for 2011 - Voting is Now Open!

2011-10-22T06:41:00.001-07:00

Now on its 6th year, it's time once again to rank the 100 Most Beautiful Women in the Philippines!

100 Most Beautiful Women in the Philippines, also known as “100 Most Beautiful Pinays” is an annual poll conducted exclusively by Starmometer.com since 2006. Now on its 6th year, the poll remains the same: powered by fans, tabulated online, real time results, transparent and free! You don’t need to spend money by text voting, all you need is to get online and vote.

Since Angel Locsin topped this annual survey for 5 years in a row, the Kapamilya young superstar is now being elevated in our poll's "Hall of Fame"!

This means a brand new winner will emerge this year!

Below are this year's nominees. Choose a maximum of 10 women that you think best epitomize the words "beautiful" and "Filipina".

Vote here (you can vote one up to maximum of 10 for each group):

GROUP A

GROUP B

From the Top 100 votegetters, we will select the Top 20 finalists who will battle it out for this year’s title via a special poll in Starmometer’s Facebook Page. This will ensure 100% transparency and accuracy as a respondent can only vote once and his/her vote and identity are seen by other respondents.

The poll will run for 7 days. Voting will be open until midnight of October 29, 2011. The Top 20 will be revealed on Sunday, October 30. The final poll will begin on the same day and will last for 3 weeks.

The new Most Beautiful Pinay will be named on November 21, 2011 to be based only from your votes.

Lovi Poe Topbills 'Spooky Nights Presents: Sanggol' on GMA-7

2011-10-21T01:36:00.000-07:00

“Spooky Nights” continues its month-long hardcore horror presentations this Saturday with “Spooky Nights Presents: Sanggol” featuring one of the most sought-after actresses today, Lovi Poe.

“Spooky Nights Presents: Sanggol” is a horror-thriller about a vengeful tiyanak terrorizing a community where a pregnant woman named Maria (Lovi) lives. Upon conceiving her child with Hector (TJ Trinidad), Maria knows that her mother, Aling Cecil (Tanya Gomez), will disapprove of her circumstance – pregnant out of wedlock.

True enough, Aling Cecil wants Maria to abort the child but the latter disagrees. As Maria decides to keep the baby, Aling Cecil locks her up and stops her from working and talking to anyone except her childhood friend, Nimfa (Andrea Torres).

During Maria’s pregnancy, she is constantly haunted by cries of a baby and by a bloody child who keeps on appearing to her.

Later, the town experiences a series of scary events that leads them into concluding that a tiyanak creeps around them to take vengeance. It first attacked the abortionist, Madam Ora (Lui Manansala), and then victimized many others.

After some time, it is revealed that Aling Cecil has something to do with the haunting tiyanak. What could this connection be? Can Maria, her child, Hector and Aling Cecil get away from the horrifying creature?

Also starring Victor Aliwalas as James, Jackie Woo as Kintaro and Luz Fernandez as Soledad, “Spooky Nights Presents: Sanggol” is created by Director Uro Q. Dela Cruz and Headwriter Senedy Que.

Do not miss Lovi Poe’s stint in “Spooky Nights” this Saturday after Manny Many Prizes on GMA-7.

GMA-7 Wins Big at the 33rd Catholic Mass Media Awards

2011-10-21T00:17:00.000-07:00

Broadcast giant GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) continued its winning tradition as it bagged a total of 13 awards at the recently concluded 33rd Catholic Mass Media Awards (CCMA).

The Company’s leading broadcast platforms – national ratings winner GMA Channel 7, Philippines’ leading news channel GMA News TV (GNTV), and Super Radyo DZBB 594 khz were vested with honors for “using the mass media to promote Christian values in an outstanding way.”

Leading the pack of GMA winners is the station’s flagship newscast, 24 Oras. The most trusted primetime newscast anchored by Mike Enriquez and Mel Tiangco won as this year’s Best News Program.

Early morning public affairs show Unang Hirit was awarded as Television’s Best Public Service Program; while GNTV’s flagship newscast State of the Nation with Jessica Soho was awarded as Best News Magazine Program.

Sandra Aguinaldo’s “Pasan Pasan,” which aired over the longest-running documentary program I-witness, won as Best Educational Program, while television’s pioneering environmental and wildlife show Born To Be Wild won a Special Citation for Best Adult Educational Program.

The Michael V.-starrer Pepito Manaloto, the country’s first-ever reality sitcom, won as Best Comedy Program; the Sunday primetime talk show Mel and Joey, which bid farewell in July 2011, won as Best Talk Show; while the Sunday variety show Party Pilipinas won as Best Entertainment Program. The Saturday morning children’s show Tropang Potchi won a Special Citation for Best Children and Youth Program.

Meanwhile, the country’s fastest growing AM station in terms of listenership, Super Radyo DZBB 594 khz, bagged four awards.

“Ikaw Na Ba? The Presidential Interview” hosted by veteran radio anchor Mike Enriquez, a special radio program produced during the height of the 2010 election campaign, won as Best Educational Program for the Radio category.

DZBB’s Aksyon Oro Mismo hosted by Gani Oro won as Radio’s Best Public Service Program. DZBB programs Bangon Na, Bayan, anchored by Joel Reyes Zobel; and Super Balita Sa Tanghali, Nationwide!, anchored by Melo del Prado and Gani Oro won Special Citations for Best News Commentary and Best News Program in the Radio category, respectively.

Established in 1978 by Manila Archbishop Jaime Cardinal Sin, the CMMA is annually vested to outstanding works aired or published over mass media.

Magbabalik sina Brod Pete, Brod Jocel at Brod Willy sa Bubble Gang!

2011-10-19T04:02:00.000-07:00

Naging masaya at talaga namang pinag-usapan ang 1st part ng Bubble Gang 4 x 4: The Anniversary Special noong Biyernes. Kasabay nito ang pamamayagpag ng "Bubble Gang" sa micro-blogging site na Twitter, bilang isa sa mga trending topics sa Pilipinas.

Pinatunayan nito na nangunguna pa rin sila sa pagbibigay ng kasiyahan sa mga Kapuso saan mang sulok sa mundo.

Ngayong Biyernes, ipagpapatuloy ng Bubble Gang 4 x 4 ang selebrasyon ng kanilang ika-16 na anibersaryo sa pagbibigay ng hindi malilimutang programa para sa mga manonood.

Hindi dapat palampasin sa 2nd part ng Bubble Gang 4 x 4: The Anniversary Special ang pagbabalik ng phenomal trio na sina Brod Pete, Brod Jocel at Brod Willy sa Ang Dating Doon. Makikigulo rin ang mga Kapuso Stars na sina Solenn Heussaff at Rocco Nacino sa kwelang sina Moymoy Palaboy para sa isang comical music video.

Samantala, muling babalikan ng Bubble Gang 4 x 4 ang mga characters na tumatak sa puso ng mga manonood sa nakalipas na labing-anim na taon.

Kaya naman huwag ng magpapahuli, samahan sina Ogie Alcasid, Michael V, Rufa Mae Quinto, Antonio Aquitania, Dennis Trillo, Maureen Larrazabal, Boy 2 Quizon, Diego, Moymoy Palaboy, Myka Flores, Bubblets na sina Jackie Rice, Gwen Zamora, Ellen Adarna at Sam Pinto sa 2nd part ng Bubble Gang 4 x 4: The Anniversary Special ngayong Biyernes (October 21), pagkatapos ng Inside Protégé, sa GMA-7.

Dingdong Dantes Is MTV’s EXIT Celebrity Ambassador

2011-10-18T21:37:00.000-07:00

Denise Barbacena - Skyscraper - Protege

2011-10-16T10:58:00.001-07:00

Kenneth Monico - The Distance - Protege

2011-10-16T10:50:00.001-07:00

Samantha Felizco - Every Time You Lie - The Protege

2011-10-16T10:34:00.000-07:00

Rosalyn Navarro - No Matter What Happens - The Protege

2011-10-16T10:25:00.001-07:00

Lirah Bermudez - The Climb - The Protege

2011-10-16T10:15:00.001-07:00

Jensen Teñoso - I Believe - The Protege

2011-10-16T10:09:00.000-07:00

Krizza Neri - Get Here - The Protege

2011-10-16T09:52:00.001-07:00

KESO Boys (Dennis, Aljur, Steven, Derrick) - Party Pilipinas Style Mo 10-16-11

2011-10-16T09:28:00.001-07:00

'Bubble Gang', magdiriwang ng ika-16 na anibersaryo!

2011-10-12T21:06:00.000-07:00

Sa labing anim na taong pangunguna ng Bubble Gang sa pagbibigay ng hindi matatawarang programa at kasiyahan, siguradong hindi nila bibiguin ang mga manununood sa mga inihanda nilang surpresa at kawkelahan sa kanilang 2-week anniversary episodes.

Ang nasabing anniversary ay pinamagatang Bubble Gang 4 x 4 dahil sisiguraduhin nilang 4 x 4 na kasiyahan at walang patid na halakhakan ang handog ng Bubble Gang barkada na sina: Ogie Alcasid, Michael V, Rufa Mae Quinto, Antonio Aquitania, Maureen Larrazabal, Boy 2 Quizon, Diego, Moymoy Palaboy, Myka Flores, kasama ang Bubblets na sina Jackie Rice, Gwen Zamora, Ellen Adarna at Sam Pinto.

Sa News Balita, ihahatid ng comedy duo na sina Ogie Alcasid at Michael V. ang awit ni Lady Gaga bilang isang news item at ita-translate nila ito sa Filipino.

Paiinitin naman ng hindi mapatumbang si Boy Pick-Up ang anniversary episodes ng Bubble Gang sa mga hinanda niyang pick-up lines na paniguradong bibihag sa mga puso ng bawat Pinoy.

Huwag ring pahuhuli sa inaabangang paghaharap nina Cheche at Angelina. May pai-staran kayang magaganap? At sino kaya sa kanila ang mas sikat?

Makikisaya rin sa Bubble Gang 2-week anniversary special ang mga Kapuso News personalities na sina Mike Enriquez, Arnold Clavio at Kapuso Stars na sina Heart Evangelista and Dennis Trillo.

Samantala, magbabalik tanaw ang Bubble Gang 4 x 4 sa koleksyon ng mga pinasikat nilang famous lines mula sa di malilimutang TV commercials sa nakalipas na labing-anim na taon.

Maki-celebrate na kasama ang inyong BG barkada at huwag palampasin ang 2-week anniversary special ng Bubble Gang 4x4 na ipapalabas ngayong October 14 at 21, 2011 pagkatapos ng Inside Protégé sa GMA 7.

GMA-7 Premieres 'Cinderella Man'

2011-10-10T06:31:00.000-07:00

On Monday (October 10), GMA-7 airs the pilot episode of “Cinderella Man”, a Koreanovela that narrates a masculine version of the fairy tale, Cinderella.

Kwon Sang Woo, who also stars in Big Thing, plays the two lead characters in “Cinderella Man”. As Brian and Rodney, he portrays two amazingly identical men whose lives are intertwined because of fashion and a secret past.

Despite their striking resemblance, Brian and Rodney come from very different walks of life. Brian sells clothes in a marketplace and hopes to get into the fashion industry. Meanwhile, Rodney secretly wants to be a chef but forcibly manages a fashion empire that he is about to inherit.

What happens when their paths cross and they decide to switch identities? Will their lives get better or worse? What could be the mysterious past that ties their lives?

Watch Cinderella’s rags-to-riches story from a male perspective! Witness how a fairy tale turns funny as the two men attempt to live each other’s life.

“Cinderella Man” airs weekdays after Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Langit on GMA-7’s Afternoon Prime beginning October 10.

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GMA-7's 'Think Before You Click' Wins Civility Star Award

2011-10-09T23:01:00.000-07:00

Think Before You Click, GMA 7’s advocacy campaign to promote the responsible use of social media, was recently honored with the 2011 Civility Star Award by the Civility Counts Project, a global initiative of the Association of Image Consultants International (AICI).

The Think Before You Click campaign reminds Filipinos to stop and think twice before posting anything on social media. Dramatic stories showing the consequences of irresponsible posting was shown last night on GMA News TV's TBYC: Think Before You Click documentary which was hosted by Howie Severino with special participation of Kara David, Iza Calzado, Jun Veneracion and Elmo Magalona.

Olen Juarez-Lim, managing director of OJL Consulting Group and director of Affiliate for the Philippines for Civility Experts Worldwide, said, “The OJL Consulting Group, the premier image consulting company in the Philippines, nominated GMA Network Incorporated for the 2011 award. This prestigious award is given to corporations or organizations that have demonstrated outstanding leadership by promoting civility in their community, thereby contributing significantly to the betterment of society. Civility is defined by the 3 Rs: Respect, Restraint and Responsibility. We are pleased to recognize GMA network for its contribution to social responsibility and raising awareness about considerate and respectful use of the Internet and social media.”

“We are grateful for this great recognition and the support we received from all the personalities involved in the project,” said Sheila Paras, head of Creative Imaging, News. “We’re also extremely happy with the positive response the campaign has received from various sectors. We appreciate that a number of social media users continue to embrace this concept and are now thinking twice before tweeting or posting anything online.”

Rachelle Ann Go - 'Masasabi Mo Ba?' Music Video

2011-10-08T00:26:00.001-07:00

'Startalk' Nagdiriwang ng Ika-16 na Anibersaryo

2011-10-05T10:49:00.000-07:00

Taon-taon, naghahatid ng mga maiinit at esklusibong showbiz scoops at balita ang Startalk na nagpapapatunay na sila talaga ang country’s showbiz authority.

Ang ispesyal na anibersaryo ng nasabing programa ay pinamagatang Startalk TX Now. Kung saan ito ay pagpapatibay sa pangako ng programang makapaglahad ng patas at dalawang panig ng bawat istorya’t kontrobersiya para sa mga manonood.

Pinangungunahan ng mga respetadong showbiz authorities ng bansa na sina Lolit Solis, Butch Francisco, Joey de Leon at Ricky Lo – sisiguraduhin nilang mas marami pa silang ihahatid na eksklusibong reports, kaabang-abang na segments at eksplosibong mga interviews sa bawat episode.

Sa October 8, 2011, ilalantad ng Startalk TX Now ang “16 explosive questions” na ibabato sa mga sikat na artista. Ito ay mga katanungang gustong ibato ng mga tagasubaybay sa kanilang mga paboritong artista. Ito ay hahatiin sa tatlong major segments: Past is Fast (Mga isyu na natapos na at nasa proseso na ng pagmo-move-on); Present is Perfect (Mga kwento o isyung tumatalakay sa current relationships na sa ngayon ay nasa magandang estado) at Future is Tense (Mga isyu at kontrobersiyang hindi hinaharap ng mga artista noon, susubukang bigyang linaw NOW).

Paniguradong ang Startalk TX Now ay magmamarka na naman sa kasaysayan ng Talkshows sa Pilipinas.

At sa kanilang ika-16 na anibersaryo, mas lalong pagbubutihin at pagtitibayin ng Startalk ang kanilang reputasyon bilang longest running talk show ng bansa. Ipagpapatuloy nila ang paghahatid ng totoo, wasto at may kabuluhang showbiz balita tuwing Sabado.

Isang back-to-back League of Intrigues ang hatid ng GMA ngayong weekend! Abangan ang pinakaabangang anniversary celebration ng Startalk TX Now ngayong Sabado, October 8, 2011, pagkatapos ng Eat Bulaga. Huwag rin kaligtaan ang pagbuhos ng mga maiinit na issues at kontrobersiya na hatid ng Showbiz Central ngayong Linggo, October 9, 2011, pagkatapos ng Tween Hearts sa GMA.

'Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin' Premieres October 10

2011-10-05T02:21:00.000-07:00

GMA 7 celebrates 10 years of superior drama with Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin remake.

Beginning October 10, GMA-7 revitalizes one of its most memorable primetime dramas with the remake of Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin. The 2011 version stars Kapuso Tweens Barbie Forteza, Joshua Dionisio, Joyce Ching and Kristoffer Martin, and will air in the afternoon block after Pahiram ng Isang Ina.

Having been part of several top-rating programs, and recently, of the movie Tween Academy, all four have proven their bankability and huge fan base. They now have the opportunity to appear in this original GMA drama, which had such a strong following when it first aired ten years ago.

The original version starred Angelika dela Cruz, Sunshine Dizon, Sherwin Ordoñez, and Cogie Domingo, whose careers skyrocketed after appearing in “ILAM”. In this modern remake, Barbie will play Angelika’s role as Mylene/Catherine, the rightful heiress of the Fuentebellas, while Joyce will assume Sunshine’s character as Clarissa, Mylene’s cousin who will pose as Mylene. On the other hand, Joshua takes on the role of Sir Charles, Katherine’s compassionate neighbor portrayed in the original version by Sherwin, while Kristoffer will star as Jepoy, Clarissa’s best friend who will eventually fall in love with her, as originally played by Cogie.

Completing the cast are other reputable names in the industry including Gardo Versoza as Ferdinand, Mylene/Katherine’s rich father, Sheryl Cruz as Amara Luna, Ferdinand’s manipulative sister, Tanya Garcia as Lilian, Mylene/Katherine’s poor mother whom Amara Luna dislikes, Matet de Leon as Ising, the woman who assumed responsibility as Katherine’s mother, Ehra Madrigal as Dr. Katrina, Lilian’s doctor who will fall for Ferdinand, Ernie Garcia as Badong, a small-time crook who will adopt Clarissa, Carla Estrada as Loida, Badong’s ill-tempered wife, Joko Diaz as Berto, Clarissa’s indolent father, Kier Legaspi as Joel, a policeman and Jepoy’s father, Maricar de Mesa as Helena, Charles’ successful yet domineering mother, Shirley Fuentes as Racquel, an abusive lady whom Katherine works for, Victor Aliwalas as Rommel, Ferdinand’s trusted friend, Ella Cruz as Britney, Raquel’s equally condescending daughter, and Ms. Carmen Soriano as Lola Señora, Raquel’s mother who has a soft spot for Katherine.

Despite having different personalities, Mylene (Barbie Forteza) and Clarissa (Joyce Ching) are each other’s best friend. The two are inseparable until a landslide strikes their community, which causes Mylene to suffer from amnesia.

While wearing Mylene’s necklace, Clarissa ends up in a slum area, where she grows up in the care of a family of crooks. Here, she becomes friends with Jepoy (Kristoffer Martin), whose father (Kier Legaspi) sees Clarissa as a bad influence to his son.

Meanwhile, Mylene lives a difficult, new life as Katherine renamed by Ising (Matet de Leon), the woman who saved her from the landslide. After Ising is accused of stealing from the evil Raquel (Shirley Fuentes), Katherine needed to work as a house maid to pay for Ising’s debts and to get her out of prison. Having no memory of her former life, she meets her only friend and confidante in Charles (Joshua Dionisio), the son of their next-door neighbor.

Both girls have learned to accept their fate until Clarissa runs into Ferdinand (Gardo Versoza), who mistakes her for being her missing daughter for she is still wearing Mylene’s necklace. Clarissa sees this as an opportunity to lead a more comfortable life and pretends to be Mylene. She then lives in the Fuentebella mansion, to the dismay of her good friend Jepoy.

By a startling twist of fate, Clarissa then pretending to be Mylene, crosses paths with Charles and develops romantic feelings for him. As she tries to attract Charles, Clarissa points false allegations at Katherine, without realizing that Katherine and her cousin Mylene are one and the same.

When will the secrets about Clarissa’s real identity be revealed? Will Jepoy continue to pursue Clarissa despite her being a new person? Will Charles be able to set Katherine free from all the pains and heartaches? Will Katherine’s memory ever return?

The answers to these questions will be uncovered once more in this original story about hiding and realizing one’s true identity.

Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin, an original teleplay by Dode Cruz, will be reinterpreted by headwriter Kit Villanueva-Langit and director Roderick Lindayag. It will begin airing on October 10 after Pahiram ng Isang Ina on GMA Afternoon Prime.

'Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin' - Cast Photos

2011-10-05T02:16:00.000-07:00

Rachelle Ann Go Releases Music Video for 'Masasabi Mo Ba' on Party Pilipinas

2011-09-26T02:31:00.001-07:00

Rhian Ramos and Moymoy Palaboy - 'Superbass'

2011-09-22T23:39:00.000-07:00

Gwendolyn Ruais aims to become 1st Filipina Miss World winner

2011-09-19T22:16:00.001-07:00

Pangday 2 - Teaser Trailer

2011-09-19T07:07:00.001-07:00