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AGB Mega Manila TV Ratings (March 31-April 6): "'Agua Bendita' Still in the Lead; 'Diva' Moves Up "

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Here are the Top 10 Daytime and Primetime TV ratings of ABS-CBN, TV5 and GMA-7 programs on the overnight ratings of AGB Nielsen Philippines among Mega Manila households on March 31 - April 6, 2010:

March 31, Wednesday

Daytime:
1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 17%
2. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 14.7%
3. Showtime (ABS-CBN) - 14.4%
4. Daisy Siete: Bebe & Me (GMA-7) - 13.4%
5. Ina, Kasusuklaman Ba Kita? (GMA-7) - 13.2%
6. Gumapang Ka Sa Lusak (GMA-7) - 12.3%
7. Magkano ang Iyong Dangal? (ABS-CBN) - 11.5%
8. Diz Iz It (GMA-7) - 9.7%
9. Lumang Piso Para Sa Puso (ABS-CBN) - 9%
10. Maria de Jesus: Anghel Sa Lansangan (ABS-CBN) - 8.6%

Primetime:
1. Agua Bendita (ABS-CBN) - 26.8%
2. Diva (GMA-7) - 26%
3. The Last Prince (GMA-7) - 25.8%
4. Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo (ABS-CBN) - 24.8%
5. Panday Kids (GMA-7) / Queen Seon Deok (GMA-7) - 24.3%
6. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 22.3%
7. Habang May Buhay (ABS-CBN) - 21.8%
8. Rubi (ABS-CBN) - 20.6%
9. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) - 19.5%
10. First Time (GMA-7) / SNN (ABS-CBN) - 14.2%

April 1, Holy Thursday

1. Agua Bendita: The Holy Week Marathon (ABS-CBN) - 29.8%
2. Enteng Kabisote: Okay Ka Fairy Ko...The Legend (GMA-7) - 29.3%
3. Batas Sa Aking Kamay (GMA-7) - 25.5%
4. Obra Presents Sunshine Dizon "Butch" (GMA-7) - 19.5%
5. Wish Ko Lang (GMA-7) - 17.5%
6. Dayo Sa Mundo ng Elementalya (GMA-7) - 17.2%
7. Kung Ako Na Lang Sana (ABS-CBN) - 17.1%
8. Tanikala: Ikalawang Libro (GMA-7) - 16.2%
9. Matanglawin (ABS-CBN) - 14.4%
10. A Dangerous Life Part 1 (ABS-CBN) - 14%

April 2, Good Friday

1. Let the Love Begin (GMA-7) - 25.4%
2. Till I Met You (GMA-7) - 22.8%
3. Rubberman (GMA-7) - 21.7%
4. Agua Bendita: The Holy Week Marathon (ABS-CBN) - 20.7%
5. Tanikala: Ikalawang Libro (GMA-7) - 19.5%
6. I.T.A.L.Y. (GMA-7) - 18.4%
7. First Time Marathon (GMA-7) / Sarah, Ang Munting Prinnsesa (ABS-CBN) - 16.6%
8. Wish Ko Lang (GMA-7) - 14.6%
9. Knock Out (GMA-7) - 13.2%
10. Born To Be Wild (GMA-7) - 12.6%

April 3, Black Saturday

1. Enteng Kabisote 2: Okay Ka Fairy Ko...The Legend Continues (GMA-7) - 25.5%
2. Agua Bendita: The Holy Week Marathon (ABS-CBN) - 23.5%
3. TV Patrol World Sabado (ABS-CBN) - 21.5%
4. Anghel Sa Lupa (GMA-7) - 20.8%
5. Gulong (GMA-7) - 19.9%
6. Knock Out (GMA-7) - 16.9%
7. Forevermore (ABS-CBN) - 16.5%
8. Born To Be Wild (GMA-7) - 16.3%
9. Matanglawin (ABS-CBN) - 15.7%
10. First Time Marathon (GMA-7) - 15%

April 4, Sunday

Daytime:
1. Party Pilipinas (GMA-7) / ASAP XV (ABS-CBN) - 12.7%
2. Matanglawin (ABS-CBN) - 11.6%
3. Knock Out (GMA-7) - 10.9%
4. Your Song Presents Isla (ABS-CBN) - 10.6%
5. Zooperstars (GMA-7) - 10.4%
6. AHA! (GMA-7) - 10.1%
7. The Buzz (ABS-CBN) - 10%
8. Pokemon Specials (GMA-7) - 9.8%
9. Showbiz Central (GMA-7) - 9.4%
10. Dear Friend: My Stalking Heart (GMA-7) - 9.3%

Primetime:
1. Pilipinas Got Talent (ABS-CBN) - 23.7%
2. Pepito Manaloto (GMA-7) - 20.9%
3. Rated K (ABS-CBN) - 19.5%
4. 24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) - 17.9%
5. Goin' Bulilit (ABS-CBN) - 17.4%
6. Kap's Amazing Stories (GMA-7) - 17%
7. Sharon (ABS-CBN) - 15.5%
8. TV Patrol Linggo (ABS-CBN) / Show Me Da Manny (GMA-7) - 15.4%
9. Mel & Joey (GMA-7) - 14%
10. My Darling Aswang (TV5) - 13.9%

April 5, Monday

Daytime:
1. Showtime (ABS-CBN) - 16.9%
2. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) / Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 16%
3. Knock Out (GMA-7) - 14.1%
4. Dragon Ball GT (GMA-7) - 13.4%
5. Daisy Siete: Adam or Eve (GMA-7) - 12.6%
6. Gumapang Ka Sa Lusak (GMA-7) - 12.4%
7. Ina, Kasusuklaman Ba Kita? (GMA-7) - 12%
8. Magkano ang Iyong Dangal? (ABS-CBN) - 10.8%
9. Spongebob Squarepants (TV5) - 10.6%
10. Diz Iz It (GMA-7) - 9.7%

Primetime:
1. Agua Bendita (ABS-CBN) - 33.9%
2. Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo (ABS-CBN) - 28.1%
3. The Last Prince (GMA-7) - 25.6%
4. Diva (GMA-7) - 24.9%
5. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 24.7%
6. Queen Seon Deok (GMA-7) - 24.5%
7. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) - 22.5%
8. Panday Kids (GMA-7) - 22.4%
9. Habang May Buhay (ABS-CBN) - 21.6%
10. Rubi (ABS-CBN) - 18%

April 6, Tuesday

Daytime:
1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 16.2%
2. Showtime (ABS-CBN) - 15.4%
3. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 14.4%
4. Knock Out (GMA-7) - 13.6%
5. Dragon Ball GT (GMA-7) - 12.8%
6. Gumapang Ka Sa Lusak (GMA-7) - 12.5%
7. Daisy Siete: Adam or Eve (GMA-7) - 12.3%
8. Ina, Kasusuklaman Ba Kita? (GMA-7) - 11.9%
9. Family Feud (GMA-7) - 10.7%
10. Wipeout (GMA-7) - 10.4%

Primetime:
1. Agua Bendita (ABS-CBN) - 32.2%
2. Diva (GMA-7) - 30.2%
3. The Last Prince (GMA-7) - 28%
4. Queen Seon Deok (GMA-7) - 27%
5. Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo (ABS-CBN) - 25.4%
6. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 25.2%
7. Panday Kids (GMA-7) - 23.8%
8. Habang May Buhay (ABS-CBN) - 22.7%
9. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) - 21.5%
10. Rubi (ABS-CBN) - 19.3%

Source: AGB Nielsen Philippines

Gretchen Barretto Returns to MMK this Saturday, April 10

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Muling magbabalik sa telebisyon ang 2009 Star Awards Best Actress na si Gretchen Barretto sa longest running drama anthology sa Philippine TV, ang Maalaala Mo Kaya (MMK).

Ayon kay Gretchen, binigyan siya ng MMK ng pagkakataon na muling maipamalas ang kanyang galing bilang aktres. "Hanggang ngayon, I am very thankful to MMK as the show gave me an opportunity to show what I got," pahayag ni La Greta.

Ngayong Sabado, bibigyang buhay ni Gretchen ang isa na namang kontrobersyal na karakter-- si Maria, isang byuda na umibig sa isang bagong-lipat na parochial priest na gagampanan ni Jomari Yllana. Ang kanilang kakaibang pag-iibigan ay hahantong sa masalimuot na pagsasama. ‘Di man sang-ayon ang mga tao sa kanilang relasyon, ipaglalaban pa rin ni Maria ang kanyang pagmamahal sa asawa at sa kanyang mga anak. Dumanas si Maria ng matinding panghuhusga ng kanilang komunidad.

Makayanan kaya ni Maria ang matinding pangungutya ng mga tao? Sapat na kaya ang pag-ibig upang malagpasan niya ang lahat ng pagsubok?

Humanda na sa muling pagpapakitang-gilas ni La Greta sa isa na namang mapanghamong papel sa Maalaala Mo Kaya ngayong Sabado, pagkatapos ng Pilipinas got Talent sa ABS-CBN.

Bea Alonzo Covers Rogue Magazine April 2010 Issue

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Blockbuster drama princess Bea Alonzo covers the latest issue of Rogue Magazine.

Bea is dubbed by Rogue magazine as the "Silverscreen Sweetheart" because of her mesmerizing performances in the last two films of her career: "And I Love You So" last year with Sam Milby and "Miss You Like Crazy" this year with John Lloyd Cruz which earned a whopping P140 million so far. Bea’s next film project with Star Cinema is the dramatic movie "Sa ‘Yo Lamang" co-starring her with Grand Slam star Lorna Tolentino.

And being the drama princess that she is, Bea is also set to star on her next primetime TV series entitled "Magkaribal" which will pair him with model-actor Derek Ramsay and a sister to Gretchen Barretto.

Also featured in Rogue Magazine’s April 2010 issue are "The Candidates: Noynoy Aquino, Manny Villar, Gilbert Teodoro, Jr.," "Rogue’s Presidential Zodiac Report," "Marites Vitug on Reynato Puno," "Rebel with a Cause: Ariel Querubin – From the Cell Block to the Senate?," "Creative Campaigning: Behind the Tweets and Volunteer Election Art," and "Scion of Style: Anderson Cooper and John F. Kennedy, Jr.".

Rogue Magazine April 2010 issue is now available at all magazine stands nationwide.

Janet Jackson - 'Nothing' (Music Video and Lyrics)

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Janet Jackson releases the music video of the song "Nothing" from the soundtrack of her new movie, "Why Did I Get Married Too?", in theaters now.

Nothing - Music Video and Lyrics:

There’s something I wanna say
Something that I’ve been holding back
Can’t let it go another day
Let me start by saying that

Nothing, nothing,
Nothing, means more than the truth.

And truth is that I realize, love is fading from your eyes
Don’t know how it came to this, but we gonna get it fixed tonight
Cus nothing, nothing,
Nothing, is worth losing you

Tell me what could the problem be, that’s got you drinking way too much
What could it be ’bout us
Don’t you tell me not right now, I can’t let it go
(I can’t let it go, no I can’t let it go, Oh nooo)

What can I do to help you see,
That there’s no need for jealousy or insecurities
I’ll do anything you want
You can even have the password to my phone

Because nothing, nothing
Should come between us
Trust in me
Trust in me

We should cherish every moment like it’s the last
Trust in me
Trust in me.

'Twelve' Starring Chace Crawford - Trailer

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Check out the movie trailer for "Twelve", starring Chace Crawford and 50 Cent.

Twelve tells the story of a young drug dealer to the Upper East Side's rich, beautiful teens whose high-rolling life unravels after his cousin's murder.

The flick also stars Keifer Sutherland, Ellen Barkin, Julia Roberts' niece Emma Roberts and Macaulay Culkin's brother Rory Culkin.

Twelve - Movie Trailer:

The film, which directed by Joel Schumacher, is out on July 2.

PO5 (Party On 5) Premieres on April 11 at TV5

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One of the new TV5 shows na ini-announce sa trade launch ng TV5 ang Sunday game-musical-variety show na PO5 o Party On 5 na pantapat sa ASAP XV at Party Pilipinas. Hosts nito sina Ryan Agoncillo, Lucy Torres, JC de Vera, Alex Gonzaga at John Estrada. Kasama rin sina Rainier Castillo, Jan Nieto at ilang galing sa Philippine Idol.

This means there's going to be three Sunday noontime musical variety shows, namely, Kapamilya's "ASAP XV," Kapuso's "Party Pilipinas", and Kapatid's PO5.

Puwedeng Premyo On 5 ang ibig sabihin ng PO5 dahil sa big cash prizes na ipamimigay at pinaghalong Eat Bulaga at Wowowee ang concept nito. Pare-parehong may Party ang title ng Sunday shows ng three networks, Party On 5, Party Pilipinas at All-star Sunday Afternoon Party o ASAP.

Idea ni Noel Ferrer ang title na PO5 at Paparazzi, ang showbiz talk show ng TV5 hosted by Cristy Fermin, Mo Twister, Dolly Ann Carvajal at Ruffa Gutierrez. Kasama rin si Shalala bilang voice-over announcer at taga-GMA 7 din siya.

South Border's Jay Durias will be the musical director of P.O.5 which will premiere on April 11, Sunday.

Gretchen Barretto covers METRO Magazine April 2010 Issue

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Gretchen Barretto is on the cover of METRO Magazine’s April 2010 issue which happens to be their 21st year in publishing.

From Metro Magazine:

Become a new you with our big anniversary issue (Your favorite magazine turns 21 this month)! Cover girl Gretchen Barretto talks about life and career changes, and for This Is It, we interview couples who get married, break up get together again and get back together again– for the better. Flip through our Fit In section and et to know body sculpting guru Wawa Feliciano and see her tips for effective weight loss. Go behind the scenes as we shoe you before and after the transformations of Manila’s top celebrities by sought after stylists and photographers at the Tribute to the Oscars event. The new and improved Metrowear section will inspire you to make bold but suitable style 3transformations with its ten page feature on trendy prints hot this year. Plus, get to know nine accessory designers du jour, and feast your eyes on beauty tips and tricks for a hotter, better looking you.

METRO Magazine April 2010 issue is now available at all magazine stands nationwide.

Melason Faces Tougher Challenges in "Melason in Da City"

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Paano nga ba haharapin ng dalawang laking probinsya ang mabilis at magulong buhay sa siyudad, lalo na ngayong sikat na sila? Mabibigyang katuparan pa kaya nila ang mga pangarap para sa kanya-kanyang pamilya lalo pa't over-over na ang pagka-busy nila? Iyan ang malalaman ng bayan sa "Melason in Da City," ang bagong realiserye nina Melisa Cantiveros at Jason Francisco na magpapatawa at magpapakilig sa buong pamilya.

Starting today, April 5 at 10 a.m., muling masusundan ng bayan ang buhay ng magkasintahang Melai at Jason o "Melason" mula Lunes hanggang Biyernes habang sabay nilang inaabot ang kanilang mga pangarap kasabay ng pag-aadjust sa buhay Maynila. Si Melai kailangan ng pampagamot sa amang may sakit, samantalang gusto naman ni Jason ipagpatayo ng bahay ang pamilya.

Unang minahal ng tao ang tambalang Melason sa "Pinoy Big Brother Double Up" kung saan umusbong ang pagtitinginan ng Inday Kengkay ng General Santos City na si Melai at ang Boy Astig ng Mindoro na si Jason.

Sa "Melason In Love" naman, kung saan sinubukan ng mga kasabwat ang kanilang pagmamahalan, napatunayan nila ang tatag ng samahan nila. Dito rin unang nakita ang pagsabak nila sa showbiz mula TV guestings, presscons, hanggang maging cast ng "Impostor" at "Kokey@Ako."

Buong mundo sumunod sa kanilang love story dahil maging sa Internet ay may eksklusibong mga video nila ang napapanood sa http://tfcnow.abs-cbn.com/ at http://www.iwantv.com.ph/. Walang duda na sila nga ang tunay na "Prinsesa at Prinsipe ng Masa."

At sa "Melason in Da City" patuloy silang mapapalapit sa publiko sa telebisyon man o sa Internet sa kanilang paghanap ng puwesto nila sa "real world." Ngayon araw na ito, April 5, samahan sina Melai at Jason sa paghahanap ng tirahan dito sa Maynila. Saksihan ang kakulitang dala ng dalawa sa kanilang mga posibleng landlord o landlady. Magaganap na rin ang muling pagsubok ng mag-sweetypie na makapag-malling matapos dumugin noong unang mall date nila.

Wala nang sabwatan ang magaganap sa bago nilang programa kaya’t nakasalalay na lang sa dalawa ang kanilang kapalaran. "Sobrang happy kasi hindi mahirap. Walang script. Masaya lang," ani Melai sa bago nilang programa.

Si Jason naman ay lalong ginaganahang magtrabaho. "May kakayahan pala akong kumita. Pinaghihirapan ko. Akala ko, hindi ko magagawa, pero may pag-asa pala."

Muling abangan ang sabay na pag-abot sa kanilang mga pangarap nina Melai at Jason sa “Melason in Da City,” simula ngayong Lunes, April5, 10 a.m. sa ABS-CBN. Abangan din ang replay sa Studio 23, Lunes hanggang Biyernes ng 6:30pm.

After Her Break-up with PBA Cager Dondon Hontiveros, Valerie Concepcion is Now Romantically Linked to Tom Rodriguez of PBB

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Iniintriga ngayon si Wowowee host-actress Valerie Concepcion na break na ito sa boyfriend niyang PBA cager na si Dondon Hontiveros. Dahil dito, she is now being linked to PBB Double Up ex-housemate at singing heartthrob na si Tom Rodriguez.

But according to Valerie, " Hindi naman kami nagkahiwalay ni Dondon dahil hindi naman talaga kami. Lie low kami ngayon sa paglabas-labas dahil busy ako sa trabaho. May Wowowee ako, may campaign projects at ngayon nga may daily drama series pa ako."

Sa mga intriga namang pinagseselosan ni Dondon ang leading man niyang si Tom, " Hindi namin ‘yun napag-uusapan. In fact, Dondon is more of happy for me with this new project."

In a way, another chance at acting para kay Val ang bago niyang TV project. " For the longest time, I've been waiting for a drama show like this. Ever since lumipat kasi ako ng ABS-CBN, naging busy na ako with hosting Wowowee. Kaya happy ako ngayon na balik-drama ako. It’s something na matagal ko nang hinihintay."

And speaking of second chances, "love story of second chances" ang tema ng pinakabagong offering ng Precious Heart Romances (PHR) na magsisimula na today, April 5.

Tampok sa PHR presents "Love Me Again"” si Valerie kasama ang mga PBB Double Up ex-housemates na sina Tom Rodriguez, Cathy Remperas at Johan Santos. Ikalawang paglabas na ito ni Valerie sa PHR matapos ang “PHR presents Bud Brothers.” First daily drama series naman ito ng mga dating housemates ni Kuya.

Hango sa pocketbook na sinulat ni Heart Yngrid, ang Love Me Again ay kwento ng magkapatid na sina Precy (Valerie) at Donnie (Johan) na masusubok ang samahan dahil sa kani-kanilang pag-ibig.

Sa kwento, magiging heartbroken si Donnie dahil makikipag-break sa kanya ang girlfriend niyang si Pauline (Cathy) na in-love naman kay Chad (Tom) na dating manliligaw ni Precy (Valerie). Bilang protective na ate, igaganti ni Precy ang kapatid at pilit na aagawin kay Pauline ang boyfriend nito.

Magtagumpay kaya si Precy sa planong agawin ang boyfriend ng babaeng nanakit sa kapatid? Magka-second chance pa kaya ang love story nila ni Chad? Ano pa kaya ang kayang gawin ni Precy alang-alang sa kaligayahan ni Donnie?

Kasama rin sina Archie Alemania at iba pang PBB Double Up ex-housemates na sina JM Lagumbay, Kenny Santos at Toffi Santos, ang Love Me Again ay sa ilalim ng direksyon nina Ruel S. Bayani na direktor ng "Tayong Dalawa" at 2nd unit director Jojo Saguin na 2nd unit director naman ng "May Bukas Pa."

"Are you willing to give love a second chance?" Abangan ang sagot nina Valerie, Tom, Johan at Cathy sa pinakasinusubaybayang afternoon mini-series na PHR presents Love Me Again, pagkatapos ng Pilipinas Got More Talent sa ABS-CBN.

Kristel Moreno covers FHM Philippines April 2010 Issue

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Kristel Moreno is oh so fresh for fantasy in the cover of FHM Philippines April 2010 issue.

The 19-year-old former child star and Star Magic talent started to go bold and daring when she played the lead role in the indie film Pitas opposite Sid Lucero last February. She also played the role of Ballsy Aquino in MMK (The Ninoy and Cory Love Story) and Liz in Precious Hearts Romances presents Love Is Only In The Movies.

FHM Philippines April 2010 issue is now available at all magazine stands nationwide.

"You To Me are Everything" - Movie Poster and Publicity Photos

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Check out the movie poster of the much awaited comeback film of real life sweethearts Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera titled, "You To Me Are Everything".

Synopsis: Dingdong's character is a city boy who comes from an affluent family. His father's conviction, however, resulted in his loss of assets, status, and even his home.

Marian plays a provincial girl who suddenly found herself with more money than she could imagine. She inherits the bulk of her wealthy father's assets, including the foreclosed mansion of Dingdong's family.

To do honor to her father's legacy, Marian needed to gain some understanding of the assets she inherited. The only business experience she has is her stall in the marketplace. Dingdong is then tapped to train her in managing a business. The two struck a deal and what follows are a series of comedic situations wherein Dingdong tries to exorcise Marian's provincialism. Somewhere along the way though, they fell in love.

Can two people from different worlds make it work?

This Regal Entertainment and GMA Films co-production is open in theaters nationwide on May 5, 2010.

DJ Adam Carolla - Manny Pacquiao Racist Attack

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U.S. radio DJ Adam Carolla is now under fire for bashing Manny Pacquiao and the Filipinos in his radio program.

Adam Carolla speaks to a caller about the Pacquiao/Mayweather, how the Filipinos are pinning so much on Pacquiao that it seems like there's nothing else going on in the Philippines, Jim Lampley's PPV meltdown, and the sex stores in the Philippines.

Listen to DJ Adam Carolla talks about Pacquiao and the Philippines here:

Adam Corolla used to host "The Man show" with Jimmy Kimmel and now he shows up at Jay Leno's show from time to time. He was also the voice of the pig character in the animated series "Drawn Together" on Comedy Central.

Rachelle Ann Go to Join GMA-7's Party Pilipinas Starting April 11

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After Mark Bautista, another Viva talent is reportedly joining GMA-7's new musical-variety show Party Pilipinas.

It seems like GMA-7's Party Pilipinas is banking on talents produced and honed by ABS-CBN's ASAP. And the business relationship between GMA Network and Viva Entertainment is getting stronger.

Tuloy na tuloy na nga ang pag-o-ober da bakod ng singer na si Rachelle Ann Go sa Party Pilipinas. According to a source, na very much associated sa Viva Entertainment, Rachelle will become a mainstay of Party Pilipinas after her contract with ASAP XV expires on April 4.

The source also said na ABS-CBN executives allegedly agreed to let go of Mark basta mag-stay lang si Rachelle sa ASAP pero isang napaka-generous na offer ng GMA-7 ang naging way to closed the deal between Rachelle and GMA.

Replay ang ASAP XV yesterday, kaya ang last performance ni Rachelle sa show ay last March 28 and she will be joining Party Pilipinas on April 11 which incidentally trade launch din ng GMA-7 at iti-tape ang Party Pilipinas sa SMX Convention Center.

Rachelle actually began her TV career on GMA-7. She was the grand winner in the Search For A Star (2004), a singing contest co-produced by GMA-7 and Viva Entertainment hosted by Regine Velasquez. She had a brief stint in the defunct SOP before moving to ASAP, along with fellow Viva artists Sarah Geronimo, Anne Curtis, and Mark Bautista.

But what is this we are hearing? Iya Villania, who is another ASAP XV talent at dating Kapuso ang lilipat din daw sa Party Pilipinas kasabay sa launching ni Rachelle. Iya actually started her career on GMA-7. She was part of the youth-oriented show Click.

Now who says, malapit ng mag-ending ang network war?

And after Mark, Rachelle and Iya, who's next? and next? and next?

TV5 Station ID - Para Sa 'Yo Kapatid

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TV5 Introduces Firebrand Journalism in NEWS5

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TV5, the Kapatid network, introduces the biggest component of its programming expansion as it launches News5, the network’s News and Public Affairs programming block composed of nine programs aimed at bringing news reporting to a whole new level with its mark of militancy for change and action starting this month.

Headed by veteran broadcast journalist Luchi Cruz-Valdes, News5 is focused to be at the forefront of news delivery, as well as in practicing "firebrand journalism" marked by its aggressive style, zeal, and depth of investigative news reporting. News5 promises to initiate problem-solving actions on the issues and matters at hand–keeping true to its slogan "Higit sa Balita, Aksyon!"

Led by public affairs programs "Tutok Tulfo" with host Erwin Tulfo and "Under Special Investigation (USI)" anchored by Paolo Bediones which premiered last March, News 5 goes full-blast next week as five more programs air every evening starting with regular news program "Aksyon" anchored by Paolo Bediones and Cheryl Cosim, followed by weekly news and public affairs programs "Totoo TV" with Ariel and Maverick, "Timbangan" moderated by Winnie Monsod, "Dokumentado" with Luchi Cruz-Valdes, "Ako Mismo" hosted by Chris Tiu, and "Lupet!" hosted by Lourd De Veyra. Aksyon Weekend, which airs on Saturday and Sunday, will be anchored by Cheri Mercado and Jove Francisco. It will also have its daily morning program, Sapul which will be hosted by Lourde de Veyra, Martin Andanar, Erwin Tulfo and Shawn Yao.

Aksyon starts airing on Monday at 9:00PM, followed by weekly programs airing at 9:30PM — Totoo TV every Monday, Timbangan every Tuesday, Dokumentado on Wednesdays, Ako Mismo on Thursdays, and Lupet! every Friday, starting April 5 on TV5. Aksyon Weekend airs Saturdays and Sundays at 6:30 PM. USI hosted by Paolo Bediones airs every Sunday at 8:30PM.

Maja Salvador Covers Preview Magazine April 2010 Issue

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Maja Salvador sizzles on the cover of Preview Magazine April 2010 issue.

Maja is wearing a see-through cutout couture which makes her look taller and sexier and could definitely pass as a cover of a man's magazine.

Also features in this month's issue are:

Animal Skins and More…
The Looks to Try: Nude Maillots, Denim on Denim, Optical Prints, Fashion’s New Erogenous Zones
Eco All-Stars: How to save the planet–in style!
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Preview Magazine April 2010 issue is now available at all magazine stands nationwide.

Anne Curtis Covers Women's Health Philippines April 2010 Issue

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Anne Curtis is on the cover of Women’s Health Philippines 1st Anniversary issue.

Read all about Anne's life, love and career in Women’s Health Philippines April 2010 issue which also marks the magazine’s 1st year of publication in the country. Now available at all magazines stands nationwide.

Coco Martin Covers Chalk Magazine April 2010 Issue

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Coco Martin, the Prince of Pinoy Independent (Indie) movies, is a no ordinary summer boy on the cover of Chalk Magazine April 2010 issue.

Coco gets up close with Chalk:

On his ideal girl:

"Sobrang simple. I’m not into really pretty girls because i’m so insecure! Ha Ha! I get attracted to someone with a broad mind. Not necessarily smart, but someone who knows about the world."

On his courting strategy:

"Ligaw-mata. I’m super shy. If I like a girl, I’d never approach. I would just show her with my eyes. She’ll know I’m interested. I don’t know how to make ligaw. I do it by instinct. If I feel that the girl is interested too and we get to sit beside each other, I’ll just grab her hand. Lucky for me, I haven’t been embarrassed yet."

On summer flings:

"Actually masaya ‘yun. There’s nothing wrong with it. If you ask me, summer is vacation time. It’s time to let go and relax. Whatever you experience and go through, just enjoy it. It’s the time to explore and who knows what you’ll discover about yourself?"

On his greatest accomplishment:

"I’ve been able to make films that I can be proud of. That’s where I spend my time and my effort. I really have been particular with my filmography."

Chalk Magazine April 2010 issue is now available at all magazine stands nationwide.

"Of All The Things" Starring Regine Velasquez and Aga Muhlach – Music Video

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Catch the music video of "Of All the Things", the reunion movie project of Regine Velasquez and Aga Muhlach under Viva Films.

Based from the sentimental love song by Dennis Lambert, the music video features the theme song as sung by Asia’s Songbird Regine. Also featured in the music video are selected scenes from the movie.

Regine Velasquez and Aga Muhlach first teamed-up in the hit romantic dramedy "Dahil May Isang Ikaw" in 1998. Regine reunited with Aga Muhlach in 2001 for "Pangako Ikaw Lang" which was a bigger hit at the box office. The said film earned Regine a Box-Office Queen award from the Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation in 2002.

Of All The Things -Music Video: