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January 25, 2018

Jollibee’s New Pop-Out Pens Make Doodling More Fun this New Year

This 2018, jolly kids can kick off a new year with some fun and creativity with Jollibee’s new Jolly Kiddie Meal Pop-Out Pens.

Start the year right and let your kids show their imagination through some arts and crafts. There’s no better way to make doodling more fun than with these cute pens that come in five colorful designs featuring Jollibee, Popo, Yum, Hetty and Twirlie.

Kids will surely be excited to click and draw with these adorable pens. They can simply press down the knob to see the Jollibee and friends’ body pop out and use the pens to unleash their creativity as they sketch artworks of princesses in enchanted forests, superheroes flying around the city or even of Jollibee and friends in Jollitown.

The Jollibee Pop-Out Pens come with every purchase of a Jolly Kiddie Meal: Jolly Spaghetti Meal at P95, Yum Burger Meal at P90 or Chickenjoy Meal at P123. Grab these cool collectibles along with your own Jolly Joy Box.

The Jolly Kiddie Meal Pop-Out Pens will be around until January 31, 2018. So what are you waiting for? Collect and complete the entire set and draw with the Jollibee and friends pens!

By: JENG On 1/25/2018 03:31:00 PM

List: 20th Century Fox’s Award-Winning Movies in Cinemas this February 2018

Shaping to be this year’s major award frontrunners, 20th Century Fox’s / Fox Searchlight’s highly-acclaimed films “The Shape of Water” and “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” have already bagged major awards from the 75th Golden Globe Awards and the 23rd Critics’ Choice Awards.

“Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” is a darkly comedic drama from Academy Award® winner Martin McDonagh (In Bruges). After months have passed without a culprit in her daughter’s murder case, Mildred Hayes (Academy Award® winner Frances McDormand) makes a bold move, commissioning three signs leading into her town with a controversial message directed at William Willoughby (Academy Award® nominee Woody Harrelson), the town's revered chief of police. When his second-in-command Officer Dixon (Sam Rockwell), an immature mother’s boy with a penchant for violence, gets involved, the battle between Mildred and Ebbing's law enforcement is only exacerbated. A last stand erupts in as a mother is pushed to the edge by her daughter’s unsolved murder.

From this year’s Golden Globe Awards, “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” has already won Best Motion Picture – Drama, Best Screenplay for a Motion Picture – Martin McDonagh, Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture Drama – Frances McDormand and Best Supporting Actor – Sam Rockwell. The film also took home major awards in this year’s Critics’ Choice Awards for Best Acting Ensemble, Best Actress – Frances McDormand and Best Supporting Actor – Sam Rockwell.

A new form of love is about to take shape from master story teller, Guillermo del Toro - “The Shape of Water” is an other-worldly fairy tale, set against the backdrop of Cold War era America circa 1962. Guillermo Del Toro merges the pathos and thrills of the classic monster movie tradition with shadowy film noir, then stirring in the heat of a love story like no other to explore the fantasies we all flirt with, the mysteries we can’t control and the monstrosities we must confront. In the hidden high-security government laboratory where she works, lonely Elisa (Sally Hawkins) is trapped in a life of isolation. Elisa’s life is changed forever when she and co-worker Zelda (Octavia Spencer) discover a secret classified experiment. Rounding out the cast are Michael Shannon, Richard Jenkins, Doug Jones and Michael Stuhlbarg.

This year’s Critics’ Choice Awards’ big winner, “The Shape of Water” won major awards as Best Film, Best Director, Best Production Design and Best Score. From the Golden Globe Awards, Guillermo Del Toro was awarded Best Director for a Motion Picture.

Revel in the marvels of the greatest films ever to grace the big screen this February in Philippine cinemas – “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” opens February 14 and “The Shape of Water” opens February 21, from 20th Century Fox to be distributed by Warner Bros.

By: JENG On 1/25/2018 03:18:00 PM

January 23, 2018

Xian Lim Leaves ABS-CBN Star Magic, Transfer to Viva Artist Agency

Xian Lim shocked everyone when he decided to leave ABS-CBN talent arm Star Magic and sign a 5-year management contract with Viva Artist Agency on Tuesday, January 23.

The 28-year-old actor was welcomed to Viva Entertainment by company executives, including Veronique del Rosario and founder Vic del Rosario, during the contract-signing at its headquarters in Pasig.

The five-year contract includes starring roles in 10 movies under Viva Films, and new music under Viva Records.

By: JENG On 1/23/2018 08:11:00 PM

Deadliest Rescue Mission in “Maze Runner: The Death Cure” Begins January 24 in PH Cinemas

Action reaches new heights in this mission-oriented third and final segment of The Maze Runner Series, “Maze Runner: The Death Cure.” The Wes Ball-directed adaptation of the bestselling James Dashner YA trilogy is a 20th Century Fox production. The screenplay was written by T.S. Nowlin. Producers are Ellen Goldsmith-Vein of The Gotham Group, Wyck Godfrey and Marty Bowen of Temple Hill Productions Joe Hartwick, Jr., Wes Ball, and Lee Stollman.

“Maze Runner: The Death Cure,” picks up roughly six months after the Scorch Trials ended. In the final battle of The Scorch the survivors of The Flare, a disease that has devastated the world’s population, have defined their purpose; to find a safe haven away from the influence of WCKD. This exciting conclusion of the Maze Runner trilogy reunites many of the original cast members from 2014’s The Maze Runner; Dylan O’Brien as Thomas; Kaya Scodelario as Teresa; Ki Hong Lee as Minho; Thomas Brodie-Sangster as Newt; Dexter Darden as Frypan and Patricia Clarkson as Dr. Ava Paige along with newer cast members from Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials; Giancarlo Esposito as Jorge, Rosa Salazar as Brenda, Aidan Gillen as Janson, Barry Pepper as Vince and Walton Goggins as Lawrence.

Uncertain if this “last city” had even survived, the “Gladers” knew that somehow gaining entry would be difficult. To then break in to the WKCD headquarters where Minho was being held, that was impossible. For Thomas, setting difficult goals was not unusual. As Dylan O’Brien says of his character, “In the first movie the challenge was to solve the maze, to break out of the glade. A big part of the group, led by Gally, wanted no part of that. They looked at the glade as their home and they were safe. In Scorch Trials we were out of the maze, had a building to live in and were taken care of but there was a price to pay. In this film, in Death Cure, Thomas wants to break in to the place that caused all of this to save his friend Minho, which he promised he’d do. Most thought it was a crazy plan.”

The final chapter gets even more WCKD in IMAX screens with the movie having an expanded ratio of 26% more of all scenes than the average cinemas. That’s 26% more of the action, suspense, and adventure! Coupled with IMAX’s gigantic screen, crystal-clear images, and powerful digital audio, it will feel like you’re truly part of the action.

End the final Mazer runner in the theatres where movies come alive – IMAX and SM Cinema! Book your tickets now on to www.smcinema.com. Download the SM Cinema app now through the App store and Google Play. For more information follow /SMCinema on facebook and @SM_Cinema on Instagram

No friend is left behind when “Maze Runner: The Death Cure” opens January 24 in all cinemas and in all IMAX screens nationwide from 20th Century Fox to be distributed by Warner Bros.

By: JENG On 1/23/2018 05:14:00 PM

Award-Winning Film "Call Me By Your Name" to Seduce PH Moviegoers on January 22 and 23 Sneak Previews

Sony Pictures Classics' Call Me By Your Name, hailed as the Best Picture of 2017 by the L.A. Film Critics, and likely to garner major Oscar nominations next week, will hold special sneak previews exclusively at Ayala Malls Cinemas on Monday and Tuesday, Jan. 22 & 23.

Rated R-16 With No Cuts by the MTRCB, the coming-of-age drama stars Armie Hammer and Timothee Chalamet (New York Film Critics Best Actor winner for his role) as two men who share a special kind of friendship.

The participating Ayala Malls are Glorietta 4, Greenbelt 3, Alabang Town Center, Trinoma, Harbor Point, Ayala Malls Legaspi, Ayala Center Cebu, Abreeza and Centrio. Fans may visit www.sureseats.com for screening schedules and advance ticket sales.

Call Me By Your Name, the new film by Luca Guadagnino, is a sensual and transcendent tale of first love, based on the acclaimed novel by André Aciman.

It’s the summer of 1983 in the north of Italy, and Elio Perlman (Chalamet), a precocious 17- year-old young man, spends his days in his family’s 17th century villa transcribing and playing classical music, reading, and flirting with his friend Marzia (Esther Garrel).

Elio enjoys a close relationship with his father (Michael Stuhlbarg), an eminent professor specializing in Greco-Roman culture, and his mother Annella (Amira Casar), a translator, who favor him with the fruits of high culture in a setting that overflows with natural delights. While Elio’s sophistication and intellectual gifts suggest he is already a fully-fledged adult, there is much that yet remains innocent and unformed about him, particularly about matters of the heart.

One day, Oliver (Hammer), a 24 year-old American college graduate student working on his doctorate, arrives as the annual summer intern tasked with helping Elio’s father. Amid the sun-drenched splendor of the setting, Elio and Oliver discover the heady beauty of awakening desire over the course of a summer that will alter their lives forever.

Call Me By Your Name is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

By: JENG On 1/23/2018 05:03:00 PM

Tickets for Moira dela Torre's First Solo Concert Sold-Out in Just 4 Days, Now Has a Repeat

New Star Music artist Moira dela Torre is all ready to brave the concert stage solo as she holds her first ever show dubbed “Tagpuan” happening for two nights at the KIA Theater on February 17 and 18.

Initially scheduled on February 17 (Saturday), the concert was sold out in four days after tickets were released. It has now opened for a repeat on the next consecutive night, scheduled on February 18 (Sunday), and Moira couldn’t helped but be thrilled with this development.

“When I prayed for a concert, I didn’t expect it to be sold out let alone have a repeat. My heart is overwhelmed,” shared the singer-songwriter on her Facebook page.

The Cornerstone artist just signed a two-year contract with ABS-CBN’s record label, Star Music, making her one of the musicians to look forward to this 2018 with her much-awaited solo album in the works and will be out very soon.

Moira recently made waves due to her Himig Handog 2017 win as song interpreter for “Titibo-tibo,” as well as for her “Torete” cover which was the theme song of the Star Cinema flick “Love You To The Stars and Back.” She also sang “Huling Gabi,” a song included in the soundtrack of the film “Last Night.”

Her “Tagpuan” concert, named after the song she recently wrote, will be directed by actor John Prats, produced by Cornerstone Entertainment and Bright Bulb Productions. Surprise guests await the audience.

Tickets for the February 18 show are still up for grabs and prized at P3,922 (VIP), P2650 (VIP), P2,120 (orchestra), P1,272 (loge), and P848 (balcony). Visit ticketnet.com.ph or call 911-5555 for reservation.

Catch Moira’s “Tagpuan” concert on February 17 and 18 at 8pm.

For more details, visit starmusic.ph, like Star Music on facebook.com/starmusicph, and follow it on Twitter and Instagram @ StarMusicPH.

By: JENG On 1/23/2018 04:50:00 PM

7 Things You Didn't Know About It's Showtime's "HASHTAGS"

We see them regularly on “It’s Showtime” when they wow us with their dance skills, but there’s more to them outside the dance floor. Get up close and personal with the kilig ambassadors only on abscbnmobile.com on their exclusive digital series, #Hashtags.

1)   Rayt was bullied as a child

According to Rayt, people often told him he’d amount to nothing. He’s since overcome being bullied, and has embraced being called a “nerd.” His advice?

“Hayaan mo lang yung sinasabi nila kasi hindi naman nila alam ang dinadaanan mo bilang ikaw. Ipakita mo lang sa kanila na kaya mo,” he says.

2)   Vitto didn’t always know how to dance

Unlike some of the other Hashtags, Vitto didn’t always know how to dance. He only learned how to dance when his parents campaigned as councilors in their hometown.

“Nasanay yung katawan ko sa araw-araw kong ginagawa noon. Pati kasi mahilig ako sa hiphop, so masaya siya,” says Vitto.

3)   Kid believes in standing up for yourself and asserting your rights

The self-confessed fighter says he gets mistaken as a “bad boy,” but he says it’s not about going out of his way to get into trouble, but about standing up for yourself. “Naniniwala kasi ako na dapat kaya mo ipagtanggol yung sarili mo,” says Kid.

4)   Maru is an old-fashioned gentleman

According to Maru, being a gentleman is about knowing and living the meaning of respect - not just to women, but to everyone.

“Naniniwala ako na binibigay mo ang respeto regardless of kung ano or sinong tao sila, kahit anong status, religion, o ano, at dapat binibigay ang respeto na deserve nila bilang tao,” he says.

5)   Wilbert is a romantic who’ll give up even privacy for “The One”

The Davao native says he’s a romantic at heart, and likes a girl who’s maalaga and close to her family. He says when he’s in love, he’s not shy about proclaiming it, even in public.

“Pag nakita ko yung The One ko, kaya ko na isakripisyo yung privacy ko. Parang, eto na siya, nahanap ko na siya,” says Wilbert.

6)   CK is a car guy who “likes to dream”

The self-confessed adventure-lover loves sports cars and dreams of one day having one, and hopes to one day have someone to go on adventures and road trips with.

7)   Bugoy is old-fashioned when it comes to love

He likes simple girls who are as family-oriented as he is, and believes in the traditional way of courting a girl - going to her house, meeting her family, and getting close to them.

“Gusto ko maging close rin sa family niya, at pag nililigawan ko na siya, ibibigay ko talaga ang 100 percent ko,” says Bugoy.

Get to know the Hashtags more intimately and copy some of their dance moves by watching “Hashtags” only on abscbnmobile.com/Exclusives.

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By: JENG On 1/23/2018 04:46:00 PM

Let WATSONS Helps You Welcome 2018 with a Brighter, Healthier, #HappyNewYou

Happy New Year, Happy New You!

That’s what of us are thinking at the beginning of every January. And yet January our list of resolutions tends to look the same Why? Because we’re too busy, and the truth is we never really make the one resolution that would make all the difference. Here it is-leave time to love yourself. It’s the starting point for every other change you can make, and it’s surprisingly hard to do, but have no fear. This year, Watsons is going to help you nail down those New You resolutions with a fee simple tips and a boatload of awesome products.

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A post shared by Jeng Bauto (@showbiznest) on Jan 17, 2018 at 9:11am PST

After that New Year’s New Body? Getting healthy is usually the first resolution we break because, let’s face it, a “morning run” often ends up last on the day’s list of to-dos. But here’s the thing-living healthy is almost never all or nothing. The trick is to leave just a few minutes for yourself. If you can’t hit the gym, a ten-minute workout at home will still go a long way. Pick up a yoga mat and some dumbbells. So you don’t have the time for three perfectly healthy meals. You can balance your diet with the right supplements. Get a slimmer waistline with Cosmo Body. Increase your endurance while toning up your muscles with Euphoria Maxx. Enhance your overall health with Organique Acai juive supplement. Whatever your goals, Watsons has something that can help.

Reinvention is another big goal that tends to fall away as the year goes on- that New Year’s New Look. You just don’t have the time, or so you think. But at Watsons we make reinvention easy. You don’t need to spend hours in the salon; you can try out new hair colors at home with L’Oreal Excellence or keep your colored hair vibrant with Revlon Color Care shampoo and conditioner. Get creative with different hairstyles using Lolane Freestyle Gel Spray.

As for that grand makeover, you can nail that new look without visiting 50 different cosmetics stores. Watsons had all the latest BYS products to help make it happen. Start with your base. Rework your angles with Contour Trio, and make those cheekbones pop like never before with the Blush Trio. Find a new spark with Glitter Gloss that shines day and night. Then, finish with an accent. Arch your brows to new heights of glamour with the latest BYS Brown Pencil.

But if you really want a fantastic makeover, there’s a crucial change we tend to overlook rebuilding that skin regimen. A little extra care goes a long way so take a minute to create a regimen suited for your New You goals. If it’s lighter you’re after, consider Belo Kojic for a no-sting upgrade to your wash. Looking for a younger feel? Add Olay Regenerist Night Cream or Pond’s Age Miracle to the mix. Want that blemish-free radiance? Neutrogena’s Fine Fairness Light Mask will do the trick. Complement this with supplements like the Skin Crystal White Tomato Capsules and Belo Collagen Drink and you’ll surely be glowing all year round.

You’ll be amazed by the changes you can make by simply taking the time to love yourself a little more. All those big resolutions that seemed so overwhelming suddenly become so completely doable. With a little help and the right products from Watsons, you’ll be looking good and feeling great in no time. So stop by for a visit and ser for yourself-2018 has great things in store. Until then, Happy New Year and Happy New You!

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By: JENG On 1/23/2018 04:42:00 PM

For Matt Damon, Idea for "Downsizing" is Larger-Than-Life

Considered one of the most revered actors in Hollywood today, in terms of talent and box office draw, Matt Damon now stars in Paramount Pictures' new quirky comedy Downsizing, a social satire in which a guy realizes he would have a better life if he were to shrink himself.

The film will be shown exclusively at Ayala Malls Cinemas (Trinoma, Greenbelt 1) starting January 24.

Downsizing imagines what might happen if, as a solution to over-population, Norwegian scientists discover how to shrink humans to five inches tall and propose a 200-year global transition from big to small.

People soon realize how much further money goes in a miniaturized world. With the promise of a better life, everyman Paul Safranek (Matt Damon) and wife Audrey (Kristen Wiig) decide to abandon their stressed lives in Omaha for a new downsized community, taking the irreversible leap that will trigger life-changing adventures when they become small.

For director-writer Alexander Payne, Matt Damon owned the role in spades. “He’s a versatile actor who can get away with playing Jason Bourne or some schnook. In every performance, there’s always something you relate to, something you recognize in yourself or someone you know.”

As for Damon, “I didn’t really know Alexander, so when he first told me the concept, I didn’t know if he was serious. I wasn’t sure if I was being Punk’d!” Still, he accepted the role before reading the script: “Honestly, I’d do the phone book for Alexander Payne. There’s never been a bad performance in one of his movies and having worked with him now, I see that it’s not a coincidence. He's so particular and he has such a vision that I know if he thinks it's going well, then it's going well.”

And so, as he began developing Paul, Damon pushed for playing him very real. “As Jason Bourne, I have to be really vain in a way. I have to think consciously about what I look like, because I don’t look like that. I don’t carry myself like that. Paul is the exact opposite, so I’m going for the least vain character. That comes through in how you carry yourself, and it starts to feel right after a little while. The physical aspect and how you hold yourself conveys a lot.”

As the story progresses, Paul finds himself once again at a crossroads in choosing the best life available to him. “You know some people are capable of change, other people are not,” reflects Payne. “Paul goes on this journey in search of a new perspective and figures out what will truly make him happy. My hope for this film is that people appreciate the craft and joy that went into it and see their world in a different way.”

Ironically, Damon finds his character’s final journey in lockstep with living now. “There’s something very timely and brilliantly satirical about a man making himself small while the Earth’s population is expanding. I think now is the right time for this film because it speaks to the world we are living in. Yes, Downsizing can be heartbreaking. But it can also be thought provoking.

“Hopefully it will live in your memory.”

Downsizing is distributed by United International Pictures through Columbia Pictures.

By: JENG On 1/23/2018 04:19:00 PM

ElNella, MarNigo and Other Kapamilya Stars Join Gina Lopez in "G Diaries" Season 2

Nature just gained new allies as ABS-CBN stars led by loveteams Elmo Magalona and Janella Salvador and Maris Racal and Inigo Pascual join former Department of Environment and Natural Resources secretary Gina Lopez in a younger and more vibrant “G Diaries," which will debut its second season on ABS-CBN on February 11.

Gina and the Kapamilya stars, who will comprise the program’s “G Squad,” will bring viewers to amazing sights and destinations in the country such as Samar, Lobo in Batangas, Sibuyan Island in Romblon, Iba in Zambales, Kinatarcan Island in Cebu, and even along the iconic Pasig River to encourage community development and reverence for nature as they experience the cultures and lifestyles of the local communities.

Also taking part in the fun and advocacy of the program, which will air every second Sunday of the month, are other members of the “G Squad” like Sue Ramirez, Gretchen Ho, Loisa Andalio, Kristel Fulgar, Antoinette Taus, Young JV, and BoybandPH’s Joao Constancia, Russell Reyes, Niel Murillo, Ford Valencia, and Tristan Ramirez.

Bringing a young and fresh look and feel to the program this season is director Alco Guerrero, known for his work in "Pinoy Big Brother," "Maalaala Mo Kaya,” “Binibining Pilipinas," and the digital concerts of OneMusicPH.

“G Diaries,” a project and production of ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation, Inc., first aired on ABS-CBN on June 2017. For the second season, Gina said the program will be more focused in showing the efforts of local communities to protect and preserve their natural resources amid progress and development.

"We will do it one community at a time. We will show how each community has done it and show that things can be done. We will show the heroism of the community, the government, and businesses, and what can be achieved when people work together from a space of love," she said.

Gina also welcomes the entry of the G Squad, which she believes will bring the advocacy for the environment closer to people, considering the star power and influence of the artists among the youth and the masses.

"Our great ABS-CBN stars who love our environment and our nation will go around the different parts of the Philippines with me, enjoy themselves, and invite you all to go there. Because if you go there, the locals will be inspired and you will be inspired as well. We will all be inspired together. We will work together in love," she said.

Don’t miss the return of “G Diaries” ‪on February 11 (Sunday), 10:30 am before “ASAP” on ABS-CBN. The program airs every second Sunday of the month on ABS-CBN and will also be shown on cable television via Lifestyle Network and ANC, the ABS-CBN News Channel.

By: JENG On 1/23/2018 04:17:00 PM

Para Dance Sport Act Gets Golden Buzzer from Angel Locsin in "Pilipinas Got Talent"

An emotional Angel Locsin surprised her co-judges as well as viewers of “Pilipinas Got Talent” Sunday night (January 21) when she pressed the golden buzzer for a combi para dance sport act, which involves an athlete with a physical impairment affecting the lower limbs and an able-bodied partner.

Without showing any hint, Angel suddenly pushed the button for Julius Obero, who has polio ever since he was young, and Rhea Marquez, who moved the actress with their captivating performance.

Angel commended how the two danced with so much grace without overpowering each other. When asked what made her decide to send them straight to the semi-finals, Angel said, “When people watch them a lot of them will be able to connect with them and be inspired by them. That is why, for me, they deserve the Golden Buzzer.”

The two also awed other judges like Freddie “FMG” Garcia, who gave them a standing ovation.

Robin Padilla and Vice Ganda, on the other hand, lauded Julius for his “unconditional talent,” as Vice put it.

This is the second act to get the Golden Buzzer this season, after judge Freddie “FMG” Garcia used his Golden Buzzer for the group Bardilleranz, who amazed viewers with their pull up bars act.

Don’t miss the much-talked about sixth season of “Pilipinas Got Talent,” Saturdays, 7 PM and Sundays, 7:30 PM on ABS-CBN. For updates, follow @abscbnpgt on Instagram and Twitter or like www.facebook.com/pilipinasgottalent.PGT on Facebook.

By: JENG On 1/23/2018 04:11:00 PM

January 18, 2018

Steve Austin’s “Broken Skull Challenge” Returns on KIX! with a Tougher Ranch

If you're a fan of Steve "Ice Cold" Austin and his killer challenges, then you're in luck! KIX, the ultimate destination for action entertainment in Asia, proudly brings you the fifth season of the action packed show, Steve Austin's Broken Skull Challenge.

Each episode of Steve Austin's Broken Skull Challenge brings a group of eight contestants, four men and four women, to the "Broken Skull Ranch" to compete in a series of physical challenges, unlike any other.

This season, a new set of America's toughest individuals get ready to face an even tougher ranch. Each week, world-renowned athletes and everyday heroes battle against each other - and the desert heat - in a series of intense challenges. After the elimination rounds, the two of the toughest challengers will take on each other in "The Pit." Only one will advance to the dreaded "Skullbuster," personally designed by Austin. In the "Skullbuster," the challenger goes head to head with the Broken Skull Challenge defending champion in the hopes of winning $10,000.

Witness the epic showdowns and the unwavering determinations of the challengers. Who will make it to the Skullbuster? Steve Austin's Broken Skull Challenge premiers January 26, with new episodes every Friday at 9 PM only at your ultimate action destination, KIX!

KIX is available on (Cablelink Ch. 31, Cignal TV Ch. 264, Destiny Cable Ch. 10, Gsat Ch. 117, and SKYcable SD Ch. 63 and HD Ch. 242). For more information, you can log on to www.KIX-TV.com.

By: JENG On 1/18/2018 08:16:00 PM

Korean Idols Yoona and Siwan Topbill ABS-CBN’s “The King is in Love”

Korean idols Yoona of Girls Generation and Siwan of ZE:A, together with Korean model-actor Hong Jong Hyun, make love reign on afternoon television beginning Monday (Jan 22) as newest Asianovela "The King is in Love" premieres on ABS-CBN.

Set in Goryeo dynasty, the show follows the story of crown prince Won (Siwan), his best friend Wang Rin (Jong Hyun), and the love of his life, So-Hwa (Yoona).

Prince Won and Wang Rin have been friends since they were young. As the heir to the throne, Won is forbidden from having friends, yet Wang Rin remains by his side and even shows him what life is like outside the big walls of his palace.

The two grow up together and have each other's backs no matter what, until the captivating So-Hwa enters the picture.

Won falls in love with So-Hwa so much to the point that he loves her more than himself, while Wang Rin loves the young lady in secret so as not to hurt his best friend's feelings.

How will So Hwa get in the way of Won and Wang Rin's friendship? Who will win her heart?

The show's theme song titled "Tunay na Pag-ibig" was sung by Sam Milby.

Don't miss the premiere of "The King is in Love" this Monday (Jan 22), after "Hanggang Saan" only on the first and true home of Asianovelas, ABS-CBN. For updates, like https://www.facebook.com/abscbnkapamilyanovelas/ on Facebook or follow @KapamilyaNovela on Twitter. You can also watch past episodes of the program via www.iWanTV.com.ph.

By: JENG On 1/18/2018 08:02:00 PM

Welcome 2018 with Star Cinema’s Hit Movies on Sky Pay-Per-View

Start the new year with a movie about bonds between people in the hit family drama starring Aga Muhlach and Dingdong Dantes, "Seven Sundays," and the Piolo-Toni reunion movie, "Last Night" on SKY Pay-Per-View this month.

Follow the story of the Bonifacio family and how its patriarch sees his illness as a way to reconnect with his four adult children and bring their family back together in "Seven Sundays."

See how Piolo Pascual's character cope with a dark period in his life and "find love" in Toni Gonzaga in 2017's "Last Night." The two stars were last seen in the hit movie "Starting Over Again" in 2014.

The two movies will be offered until February 2. Watch them in high definition by subscribing to Star Cinema on SKY PPV for P199 with unlimited access.

Meanwhile, SKY Movies PPV will show two love stories, one headlined by Empoy Marquez, and the other by his "Kita Kita" partner, Alessandra de Rossi.

"The Barker," written and directed by veteran comedian Dennis Padilla, stars Empoy as a jeepney barker who will find himself in unusual, action-filled situations to save the woman he loves.

Next up is "12," written and starred in by the other half of #AlEmpoy, Alessandra de Rossi. In the movie she plays a woman in the middle of a life-changing dilemma of what kind of happiness to pursue, the one found in a relationship or the one found in independence.

These movies are available on SKY Movies PPV for P99 with seven day access until February 2.

One SKY, SKYcable, and SKYdirect subscribers can call 418-0000, or their local SKY office to subscribe, or subscribe online via www.mysky.com.ph/ppv. SKYbroadband subscribers can watch through SKY on Demand starting January 13.

Subscribers who are also Kapamilya Thank You members may earn Kapamilya Thank You points when they avail of these PPV offerings. Kapamilya Thank You points may be used to get bill rebates, pay for pay-per-view offers, buy tickets to Kapamilya events, and more. In addition, SKY has also made it easier for subscribers to pay their bills online. More information available viawww.mysky.com.ph

By: JENG On 1/18/2018 07:59:00 PM

January 14, 2018

Robin Padilla, Richard Yap, and Jodi Sta. Maria Make TV Comeback in “Sana Dalawa ang Puso Ko”

Three of the biggest stars in the industry today - Robin Padilla, Richard Yap, and Jodi Sta. Maria - stage one of the biggest comebacks on PH television as they team up for the first time and star in ABS-CBN's newest teleserye, "Sana Dalawa Ang Puso."

From their hit morning series "Be Careful with my Heart" that aired back in 2012, Daytime Queen and King, Jodi and Richard reunite on television with new roles that will again endear viewers. In an interview with "TV Patrol," Richard shared that he was thrilled when he found out that he will be working with Jodi again for another project.

"I've always wanted to do another show with Jodi because she is fun to be with and she is a great actress," Richard said.

Jodi, on the other hand, is just as thrilled since she is playing dual roles for the first time.

"It was not an easy task for me, but at the same time I'm excited to do this. This is one of the challenging roles I have ever done in my career," Jodi stated.

Meanwhile, fresh from the success of his blockbuster movie "Unexpectedly Yours," Robin finally stages his soap opera comeback after his last stint in "Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw" in 2013. Familiar with the massive following of the JoChard loveteam, the idol ng bayan opted to formalize things between him and Richard.

"I went to Papa Chen (Richard) and asked permission if I can join them," Robin revealed.

He also jested, " I have been watching them since I was a kid and I'm amazed by Jodi Sta Maria's beauty."

"Sana Dalawa ang Puso" follows the story of Lisa and Mona, two different people with identical faces but are both facing big ordeals in their lives.

Lisa is known to be a strict and hardworking boss in their family business, the Laureano Group of Companies. However, her world suddenly turns upside down when her father, Juancho Laureano (Christopher de Leon), betrothed her to their rival's son, Martin Co (Richard). In order for her to run away from the responsibility, she decides to hide and live with one of their workers, Leo Tabayoyong (Robin).

Her doppelganger Mona, on the other hand, who works as a collector of bets in cockfights, is struggling to save his father from peril after the later got involved in a networking scam.

What will happen when the two cross paths? Will they be able to solve each other's problems?

"Sana Dalawa Ang Puso" is produced by Star Creatives, the production group behind successful series "Lobo," "Imortal," "Got to Believe," "Pangako Sa Yo," "Forevermore," "Dolce Amore," "Pusong Ligaw," and "A Love to Last," and "La Luna Sangre."

Don't forget to watch the newest series "Sana Dalawa ang Puso" on ABS-CBN or ABS-CBN HD (SkyCable ch 167).

Catch up on the show's latest episodes on iWanTV or skyondemand.com.ph for Sky subscribers. For more updates, follow @starcreatives on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

By: JENG On 1/14/2018 10:59:00 PM

January 13, 2018

ABS-CBN Journo Chiara Zambrano Named TOYM Awardee for 2017

ABS-CBN News broadcast journalist Chiara Zambrano brings honor to the Kapamilya network after being named by the Junior Chamber International (JCI) Philippines as one of the The Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) in the Philippines for 2017.

Chiara, who is currently in the United Kingdom pursuing her studies as a British Chevening scholar, is the TOYM awardee in the field of Journalism and Mass Communication. She was cited for her work including the "Di Ka Pasisiil" documentary on the Marawi siege, which she covered from the war zone last year, and "Spratlys, Mga Isla ng Kalayaan," another ABS-CBN News documentary.

In an interview with TJ Manotoc on ANC's "Early Edition," the journalist revealed her passion for storytelling, which has kept her coming back to doing documentaries, her first love.

"There's really something about documentaries that makes me happy while I'm doing it. Of course, news reporting is a different beast in itself. It has its own sense of fulfillment. But you know it's just a matter of preference, and that's why I decided this year to kind of take a break from all the chaos that we involved ourselves in and to revert to my first love. So, I'm out here now studying to do better documentaries and it's been a great experience so far," she shared.

Before becoming an ABS-CBN News reporter covering the defense beat, Chiara was working behind the scenes as part of the network's iconic investigative program "The Correspondents." She said shifting to news was a big leap for her but she is grateful now that she is able to do both news reporting and documentaries.

"Our bosses are kind enough and they trust me enough to give me the chance to do both. So, most of the time I do news I still give the space to do documentaries like "'Di Ka Pasisiil" about Marawi, the one I did with Jeff Canoy and the Spratlys documentary," she said.

Chiara earned praises last year for her courageous coverage from the battle lines in Marawi. She shared her insights from her experience there. "Reporting about wars isn't so much about the weapons and the war. The clash and the bang. It's really I think one of the most human beats that you can tell, because you are literally talking about lives lost. And lives saved. And lies shattered by war. That's why it works for me."

Chiara follows ABS-CBN broadcast journalist and news anchor Karen Davila as TOYM awardee from ABS-CBN News. Karen won in 2009.

Joining Chiara in the TOYM for 2017 are P/Supt. Byron F. Allatog for Government Service and Law Enforcement, Cirilo Joseph Javier for Arts and Music, Eugenio P. Mende for Veterinary Medicine, Ronaldo C. Reyes for Education, Jason Roy T. Sibug for Community Development, Mark Anthony J. Torres for Government Service Education, and Hidilyn F. Diaz for Sports.

The TOYM award is conferred by the Junior Chamber International (JCI) Philippines on individuals who have demonstrated "outstanding leadership and excellence" and contributed to "the cause of humanity" in his or her field.

By: JENG On 1/13/2018 05:02:00 AM

Fans Welcomed to the Set of “Venom” in New Featurette

Tom Hardy and Director Ruben Fleischer welcome you to the set of Columbia Pictures' upcoming super hero movie, Venom.

The Studio has just released new footage from the Brazil Comic-Con panel last month, showing Fleischer and Hardy from the Venom set in Atlanta.

Check out the newly released featurette at https://youtu.be/3B-fiIh5miU and watch Venom in Philippine cinemas this 2018.

One of Marvel's most enigmatic, complex and badass characters comes to the big screen, starring Academy Award® nominated actor Tom Hardy as the lethal protector Venom.

Venom will be the first film out of the gate from Sony's Marvel Universe after Spider-Man: Homecoming. The film will be released worldwide on October 5, 2018 and is now in post- production.

Scott Rosenberg (Jumanji) and Jeff Pinkner (The Dark Tower) wrote the script for Venom, with Avi Arad, Matt Tolmach, and Amy Pascal as producers. Palak Patel and Eric Fineman oversaw the production for Columbia Pictures.

Venom is one of the most popular superheroes in the Marvel Universe and is unique because Eddie Brock is able to converse and have a relationship with the symbiote, which culminates to him becoming Venom.

Throughout the history of Marvel Comics, Venom has appeared alongside Spider-Man, Iron Man, Deadpool, Hulk, and many other Marvel Comics characters.

Venom is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

By: JENG On 1/13/2018 04:59:00 AM

Kim Atienza Challenges Kisses Delavin and McLisse Anew on “Matanglawin”

Kisses Delavin and the McLisse loveteam of McCoy de Leon and Elisse Joson will take on anothermind-boggling test from Kuya Kim Atienza on "Matanglawin" this Sunday (January 14), 9:45 am on ABS-CBN.

Watch the Kapamilya young stars as they figure out the King of Trivia's numbers challenge that will get them counting and re-counting.

Also get to see Pinoy urban vinyl toy artist Quiccs Maiquez's creations, meet Pinoy sharpshooter Jayvee Baylon, and join child star Awra Briguela as he puts his own dash of creativity while making himself a bento box.

Catch all these and more on "Matanglawin," which was recently named as "Hall of Famer" at the 3^rd Global Innovative College (GCIC) Awards, this Sunday (January 14), 9:45 am on ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN HD. Watch online via iwantv.com.ph and skyondemand.com.ph.

For updates on the program, follow @MatanglawinTV on Facebook and Twitter.

By: JENG On 1/13/2018 04:56:00 AM

January 12, 2018

Janella Salvador and Heaven Peralejo Unite to Save their Mother from Being Cursed in “Wansapanataym”

Hope arises for Jasmin (Janella Salvador) in saving her mother from being cursed as she finally tells Daisy (Heaven Peralejo) that they are twin sisters in the last two weeks of "Wansapanataym Presents: Jasmin's Flower Powers."

After Daisy's attempt to steal her twin's flora majika, Jasmin finally decides to confront Daisy and admit that they are sisters. This also forces her to reveal that their mother's life is in great danger and that she needs to be released from a magical flower chamber, which can only be done once the flora majika turns into white.

Determined to accomplish their mission, Jasmin will join Daisy in doing good deeds to other people and help her obtain a pure and genuine heart, in hopes of turning the magical pendant into its original color.

But their plans of saving their mother is on the verge of getting destroyed as Florita (Rufa Mae Quinto) instills into Daisy's mind how unlucky they are to have her in their life, causing her to grow hatred and jealousy against Jasmin, who lives a happy life with her adoptive family.

Will Daisy and Jasmin still finish their mission? Will they still have time to rescue their mother?

Catch the magical stories filled with valuable lessons in "Wansapanataym Presents: Jasmin's Flower Powers" this Sunday on ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN HD (SkyCable ch 167). For more information, go to ‪fb.com/dreamscapeph and follow @dreamscapeph on Twitter and Instagram.

By: JENG On 1/12/2018 02:45:00 PM

January 10, 2018

“Star Wars: The Last Jedi” Returns to Philippine Cinemas Starting January 8

The Force makes a spectacular return as Lucasfilm's Star Wars: The Last Jedi finds its way back to Philippine cinemas starting Monday, January 8.

The film bounces back after a two-week hiatus, giving fans and moviegoers an opportunity to catch the action-adventure again or for the first time.

In Lucasfilm's Star Wars: The Last Jedi, the Skywalker saga continues as the heroes of The Force Awakens join the galactic legends in an epic adventure that unlocks age-old mysteries of the Force and shocking revelations of the past.

The film stars Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Lupita Nyong'o, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, Anthony Daniels, Gwendoline Christie, Kelly Marie Tran, Laura Dern and Benicio Del Toro.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi is written and directed by Rian Johnson and produced by Kathleen Kennedy and Ram Bergman.

The Last Jedi has surpassed 2008's The Dark Knight and 2016's Rogue One: A Star Wars Story to become America's sixth-highest domestic grosser of all time, with $539.4 million after 19 days.

The film has also become the 17th-largest global release of all time with over $1.1 billion, passing Transformers: Age of Extinction and Skyfall.

Now playing in Philippine cinemas, Star Wars: The Last Jedi is distributed by the Walt Disney Company (Philippines).

By: JENG On 1/10/2018 10:57:00 AM

UAAP Hunk Ricci Rivero Bares It All on “Sports U”

The name "Ricci Rivero" rose to fame in UAAP Season 80 thanks to the Green Archer's flashy moves and dunks, as well as his incredible charm with women. Catch the 2017 Most Tweeted Athlete in the Philippines as he bares his fitness routine with his brother Prince and their dad this Thursday (January 11) on "Sports U."

Aside from Ricci, get to know marathoner Richard Salano and find out why he is called the "Kenyan Slayer." Also get a peek at the grueling but fun training of UAAP Cheerdance champions, the Adamson Pep Squad with host Dyan Castillejo on "Sports U," this Thursday (January 11), 9:30 pm on DZMM TeleRadyo and after "Bandila" on ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN HD.

Watch online on iwantv.com.ph orskyondemand.com.ph and stay updated by following @SportsUtv on Facebook and Twitter.

By: JENG On 1/10/2018 10:54:00 AM

January 6, 2018

Great News! SMART Extends Validity of Prepaid Load to 1 Year

Smart, TNT and Sun releases a statement on Memorandum Circular (MC) No. 05-12-2017 issued by the NTC, DICT, and DTI.

Smart, TNT and Sun shall comply with the Memorandum Circular (MC) No. 05-12-2017 issued jointly by the NTC, DICT, and DTI, extending the validity of prepaid load to one year.

In particular, Smart, TNT and Sun prepaid loads worth P300 and above shall moving forward have a one-year validity, regardless of the validity period printed on the physical cards already out in the market.

We are grateful to the three agencies for the grant of a six-month extension period before the full implementation of the MC. This provides us more time to implement the extensive reconfiguration of our IT and other support systems, and to conduct the needed tests, in order to ensure trouble-free implementation of the new expiry period.

By: JENG On 1/06/2018 04:21:00 PM

December 29, 2017

Daniel Padilla and Angelica Panganiban Win Best Actor and Actress at FAMAS 2017

Here are the winners in the 65th annual FAMAS awards held Thursday, December 28, at Philippine Social Science Center Auditorium, Quezon City.

Best Picture - "Barcelona: A Love Untold"

Best Actor - Daniel Padilla, "Barcelona: A Love Untold"

Best Actress - Angelica Panganiban, "The Unmarried Wife"

Best Director - Olivia M. Lamasan, "Barcelona: A Love Untold"

Best Supporting Actress - Liza Diño, "Ringgo"

Best Supporting Actor - Ricky Davao, "Iadya Mo Kami"

Best Production Design - Shari Marie Montiague, "Barcelona: A Love Untold"

Best Sound Design - Aurel Claro Bilbao, "Everything About Her"

Best Screenplay - Vanessa Valdez, "The Unmarried Wife"

Best Editing - Beng Bandong, "Vince & Kath & James"

Special Awards:

German Moreno Youth Achievement Award - Maine Mendoza and Ivan Dorschner

FPJ Memorial Award - Dingdong Dantes

Lifetime Achievement Award - Susan Roces and Amalia Fuentes

Arturo M. Padua Memorial Award - Ronald King Constantino

Dr. Jose Perez Memorial Award - Dolly Ann Carvajal

Outstanding Producer - Donna Sanchez

By: JENG On 12/29/2017 10:18:00 AM

December 27, 2017

Nick Jonas’ “Home,” an OST of “Ferdinand” Scores Golden Globes 2018 Nomination

Set in Spain, the delightful movie "Ferdinand" tells the remarkable story of a gentle bull, voiced by John Cena, a gentle giant who prefers flowers to fighting and has no desire to face off against matadors in the bullring. It follows Ferdinand as he embarks on a thrilling, dangerous and fun-filled journey to find love, acceptance and a real home. 'Home' is also the title of the new song from Jonas, about the place where people (and bulls) can relax and be themselves.

From the award-winning Blue Sky Studios, "Ferdinand" was directed by Carlos Saldanha. Based on the classic 1936 children's book of the same name, by author Munro Leaf and illustrator Robert Lawson, the film also stars Saturday Night Live's Kate McKinnon as the voice of Lupe the goat.

We join Ferdinand as he sets off on an adventure looking for somewhere he can call home. He comes across an idyllic farm, befriends the kind farmer and his little girl, Nina, and finds happiness and peace in the flower-filled countryside. But Ferdinand is torn apart from his adoptive family after he's mistaken for a vicious beast and he ends up in a bull training camp, the last place he wants to be! Developing a friendship with a quirky and hilarious 'calming' goat called Lupe (Kate McKinnon) Ferdinand has one goal - to get back home to Nina's farm.

It is a theme that resonates strongly with Nick Jonas who wrote and performed the song 'Home' for the film. He collaborated with acclaimed musician Justin Tranter and songwriter/producer, Nick Monson. According to Carlos Saldanha, 'Home' captures the spirit of Ferdinand. "I wanted a song to reflect the lightness and the power of the film, and I wanted it to feel emotional and fun, just like the movie. Nick wrote brand new lyrics and a brand new melody for us and it was perfect. 'Home' plays in the film at a very empowering moment for Ferdinand, when he finds a place where he's accepted. The song is wonderful and reflects the idea that home is a place where your heart is and where you can be your true self."

Jonas shares that, "I've used the word 'home' in songs before but this was the first time that I really sat and thought about what it meant to me, what I was saying with that word and the significance of that message. For me, it's all about my family. Any time I think about the moments of my life that are really hectic and insane, I think about home. If I look back at the 12 or 13 years of my career so far, it is family that has been the constant in my life. So I wrote this song about my family and the importance of that grounding factor in life. That is what home is all about."

"I think the beauty of Ferdinand as a whole, is that it is highly relatable, no matter what your journey in life is all about, or what your circumstances are. It is about acceptance and it definitely relates to me. I went to regular school in my early life, when I was seven, eight and nine years old. At the same time, I was also doing Broadway shows in New York City. So during my school hours, I was spending time with other kids who didn't share the same interests as me. But when I was working, I'd be around adults who loved musical theatre and telling stories and singing and dancing. That was where I felt more accepted than when I was around kids my own age," concludes Jonas.

"Ferdinand" opens January 8 in cinemas from 20th Century Fox to be distributed by Warner Bros.

By: JENG On 12/27/2017 11:30:00 PM