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June 22, 2018

SKYdirect's NICK JR., a Must-Channel for Pre-Schoolers

Parents will be delighted to know that Nick Jr. on SKYdirect features an array of fun and learning shows perfect for their little pre-schoolers via SKYdirect Select at P50/month. SKYdirect prepaid and postpaid subscribers nationwide can now choose individual channels to add to their basic plan using SKYdirect Select.

Here’s a rundown of shows where the little tots can pick up a skill or two.

1. RUSTY RIVETS

“Rusty Rivets” teaches kids to be independent with the use of their imagination and resourcefulness. It features Rusty and best friend Ruby finding ways to make spare parts of different objects lying around to be useful. Catch “Rusty Rivets” on weekdays, at 11am.

2. BUBBLE GUPPIES

“Bubble Guppies” or a "school of fish" are fish-tailed pre-schoolers that attend a school in an underwater classroom. Together, they learn about science, math, and even music appreciation. Kids will surely love characters such as the turbocharged Gil, the school’s leader Molly, and the drama queen that is Deema. Join the “Bubble Guppies” in their adventure on weekdays at 3:30pm.

3. TEAM UMIZOOMI

Six-year-old Milli, her eight-year-old brother Geo, and their friendly robot Bot are Team Umizoomi. They are mighty math superheroes who teach kiddie viewers counting, measurement, shapes, and patterns. Milli and Geo solve problems in Umi City brought to them by the Umi Alarm. Join “Team Umizoomi” every Sunday at 7:10am, 6:50pm and 7:10pm.

4. WALLYKAZAM

Wally Trollman is a six-year-old with the power to create objects that start with the same letter of the word he chooses to animate. So if he animates the letter “c,” he will also create a castle and a catapult. Aside from this, he uses his magic to solve problems, help friends, and defeat a troublemaker named Bobgoblin. Check out “Wallykazam” daily at 3:00pm.

5. SUNNY DAY

Sunny is a hairstylist in the seaside town of Friendly Falls. Kids learn along with Sunny to overcome obstacles using determination and creativity. Let your kids join Sunny, his friends Blair and Rox, plus their pet puppy Doodle as they learn the value of self-confidence on weekdays at 8:45am and 4:45pm.

For your kids to enjoy these shows simply text SELECT (space) NICKJR (space) (BOX ID), to 23667. Visit mysky.com.ph/skydirectselect for more details.

Families have more reason to bond at home with SKYdirect, the direct-to-home (DTH) TV service of SKY which gives families nationwide access to more channels.

By: JENG On 6/22/2018 04:34:00 PM

June 20, 2018

“Incredibles 2” Becomes the Biggest Opening Weekend Ever for a Disney-Pixar Title

The Supers returned and heroically took over the Philippine box-office! Disney-Pixar's "Incredibles 2" debuted at No.1 this week, bowing with a P133.1-M five-day opening weekend (June 14 - 18), shattering the record for Biggest Disney-Pixar Opening Weekend of All-Time in the country.

The animated superhero film bested the record established in 2016 by "Finding Dory" at P101.7-M.

"Incredible 2's" Friday, June 15 gross of P32.7-M meanwhile clobbered the record previously held by 2015's "Minions" (P32-M) for the Biggest Friday Ever for an Animation Film in the Philippines.

It's a smash comeback for the Parr family of superheroes, whose presence on the big screen has been missed by Filipinos for 14 long years. Pent-up demand for a sequel and nostalgia have triggered a fevered audience enthusiasm, exemplified by a sensational first weekend.

The Manila visit of Pixar animator and "Incredibles 2" shading art director Bryn Imagire and her portraits of local celebrity families added interest to the film. The long-weekend and Father's Day celebration also helped drive families to the cinemas.

The opening weekend figures of the Brad Bird-directed film are also ahead when compared to recent Pixar blockbusters such as "Inside Out" (lower by 25%), "Big Hero 6" (73%), "Monsters University" (108%) and "Toy Story 3" (117%). The original movie, "The Incredibles" opened in 2004 with P18.1-M.

More families and moviegoers are expected to watch "Incredibles 2" as it comes to its second week in Philippine cinemas nationwide.

Join the conversation online by using the hashtags #Incredibles2 and #IAmIncrediblePH

By: JENG On 6/20/2018 12:16:00 PM

Beki Candidates Outdo Each Other in “Miss Q & A” Resbek Week on “It’s Showtime”

The time has come for 15 aspiring beki beauty queens to prove once again that they are worthy of the crown as they battle each other out in the "resbek" week of "Miss Q and A" in "It's Showtime."

Last Monday (June 18), the returning candidates graced the stage and a new format was introduced to heat up the competition even more.

Three "resbeklas" every day will go head-to-head in "Tumpak! Ganern! Ganern," where the first two candidates who will gain two points will proceed to the next round. Meanwhile, in "'Di Ba 'Teh" round, the remaining contestants will debate on a topic and will pick a side to defend. They will be given 30 seconds for their opening statements and another 60 seconds to rebut each other.

Khei Perlaoan was the first to enter the semi-finals, followed by Angelika Mapanganib on Tuesday (June 19). But viewers are still up for big surprises as the remaining "rebesklas" Joey Jessa Tagalog, Venus Lara Garcia, Kristine Ibardolaza, Marjorie Ompong Bora Santillan, Ligaya Maligat, Barbie Anderson, Princess Khim Santillan, Elsa Droga Mendoza, and Dyosa Ariwawa Barasebe face off to secure a spot in the semi-finals.

Who among the remaining candidates will advance to the semi-finals and have a chance to join the grand finals on June 30?

Don't miss the "resbek" week of "Miss Q and A" on "It's Showtime," weekdays on ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN HD. For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.abscbnpr.com.

By: JENG On 6/20/2018 12:12:00 PM

Crime Drama ”Escobar (Loving Pablo) Opens in PH Theaters on June 20

As our country continues its strict war on drugs, VIVAInternational Pictures and MVP Entertainment present ESCOBAR (Loving Pablo), a movie that chronicles the rise and fall of the infamous Colombian tagged as the "King of All Narcos", Pablo Escobar.

Based on the best-selling book "Loving Pablo, Hating Escobar" by Virginia Vallejo, a distinguished journalist with whom Escobar had an affair with, it stars Academy Award winners and real-life husband and wife, Javier Bardem and Penelope Cruz.

Several documentaries and feature films have already been done about this son of a farmer who, at one point, became the seventh richest person on the planet, but Bardem (Skyfall, No Country for Old Men) and director Fernando León de Aranoa (Barrio, Mondays in the Sun, A Perfect Day), assure that their movie is nothing like what viewers have seen before.

According to Bardem, "ESCOBAR (Loving Pablo) begins when Pablo Escobar is already an established businessman, but people hadn't yet figured out how he was making his money. He meets Virginia, and through their relationship and her platform, he soon becomes a powerful public figure with a voice for the people."

What the people of Colombia didn't know was that the man they were supporting always had a selfish motive behind his actions, and it was too late when they finally came to realize it.

"That's where the movie starts," Bardem reveals, "and the story is that of the people around him as they realize what kind of a person he has become."

As for de Aranoa, he believes that Pablo found a confidant in Virginia, "someone who he could convey his innermost ideas and intentions, which makes her a unique character and gives our story a fresh perspective."

On how he and Penelope Cruz approached their characters, Bardem says, "Our portrayal of Pablo and Virginia are fully fleshed out human beings rather than stereotypes…We try to understand the motivation behind Pablo's actions and why Virginia supported him at the beginning…That's why it's called Loving Pablo - because this movie is through Virginia's eyes and the eyes of those who loved Pablo the human being."

Cruz, who had worked with Bardem in Woody Allen's hit Vicky Cristina Barcelona, for which she won the 2009 Best Supporting Actress Award at the Oscar's, prepared hard for her role. "I've never met her," says Cruz, pertaining to Virginia Vallejo who currently resides in Miami, "but I've studied about 800 hours of various interviews and shows that she did as a journalist and TV presenter. She is the one that trained Escobar how to use the media to communicate, how to deal with the press, how to address the public. In his political career, she became a significant figure in his life.

Playing the significant role of Agent Shepard who is instrumental in the capture of Escobar is celebrated actor Peter Sarsgaard (The Magnificent Seven, Experimenter). It was Bardem who emailed him and offered him the role. "One of the things that Javier baited me with when he was first talking about the movie, is that he said that I had a lot of scenes with Penelope." He had worked with Cruz in the film Elegy, and he's a fan of Berdam as well, so he readily said yes to doing this film with them.

Audiences can expect "amazing action moments" from this crime drama. But most of all, Bardem emphasizes, "this story is about relationships – love, hate, greed, ambition, pain, and joy."

ESCOBAR (Loving Pablo) opens in cinemas nationwide on June 20, 2018.

By: JENG On 6/20/2018 12:06:00 PM

Jeremy Renner Becomes an Easy Target in Lifelong Game of “Tag”

Two-time Oscar nominee Jeremy Renner ("Arrival," "Avengers" films) stars in New Line Cinema's comedy "Tag" as Jerry, the undefeated player in a game of tag that friends have been playing since they were little kids.

"I thought it was awesome that there are guys who really do this in real life," says Renner. "The script was hysterical, but it also attracted me because it was about friendship lasting in perpetuity. I've moved around a lot, so I think having continuity from your past is really important. I'm a big believer in holding on to things that matter; if you value something, it sometimes takes great effort to keep it."

In New Line Cinema's "Tag," five guys—despite age, geography, and adult circumstances like jobs, illness, marriage and children—manage to keep playing. For the entire month of May every year, no matter what is on their plate, they revert to the antics that consumed them in grade school, when they first started chasing each other on the playground. Against all odds, they keep in touch. Letting themselves have fun and be childlike together, even if only once a year, actually makes them better friends and more responsible adults.

This year Jerry is getting married on the very last day in May, and there are only 63 hours left on the clock for the guys to tag him. And what could be more humiliating than getting tagged at your own wedding? With his fiancée determined to have a May wedding, Jerry doesn't even send his friends an invitation—he knows they're coming. And the guys believe this is their last great chance to tag him. They can't let Jerry retire without ever being "it," and lord that over them the rest of their lives. Hoagie, the leader of the group, isn't going to take that lying down.

Renner describes Jerry, who owns a fitness gym, as "an overachiever, probably too competitive in everything that he does. He's very physical and athletic—a type A personality—but also has a wonderful jovial air to him. And even though he totally dominates the other guys, there's no malice; he has a great sense of fun and enjoys the game."

There may be no malice, but there is an intensity that is a little scary. "He's super happy, and then suddenly it's a totally serious game face," he continues. "That polar aspect is what attracted me most to the character and it's been great to explore that…it also makes him the most dangerous tag player around."

"Jerry is the invincible, untouchable opponent. He's lightning fast, he's smarter than them, he's cooler than them, and he seems to have powers beyond human capability in the game," says director Jeff Tomsic. "But he's also really sort of lonely and misses these guys he's been working so hard to run away from all these years, and Jeremy was able to convey all of that at once."

The harder the other guys have tried to keep the game going and them together, the more Jerry has sprinted in the opposite direction. Always trying to win, both have lost sight of the point of the game: it isn't about winning, it's about playing.

About "Tag"

Based on a true story, the New Line Cinema comedy "Tag" shows how far some guys will go to be the last man standing.

For one month every year, five highly competitive friends (Ed Helms, Jake Johnson, Hannibal Buress, Jon Hamm and Jeremy Renner) hit the ground running in a no-holds-barred game of tag they've been playing since the first grade—risking their necks, their jobs and their relationships to take each other down with the battle cry: "You're It!"

This year, the game coincides with the wedding of their only undefeated player, which should finally make him an easy target. But he knows they're coming…and he's ready.

In Philippine cinemas July 26, "Tag" is distributed in the Philippines by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

By: JENG On 6/20/2018 12:03:00 PM

Karen Davila Moderates ANC’s “Leading with Trust, a Session with Stephen M.R. Covey”

Award-winning broadcast journalist Karen Davila gets to go one on one with another world-renowned speaker as the moderator of the "Leading with Trust, A Session with Stephen M.R. Covey" workshop of ANC, the ABS-CBN News Channel tomorrow, June 19, 9 am at Dusit Thani Manila, Makati City.

Leadership guru Stephen M.R. Covey, the author of the New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal bestseller "The Speed of Trust," will be in Manila to share his expertise in explaining why trust among individuals and within organizations is important, to Filipino and Philippine-based business executives, government leaders, corporate leaders, and Human Resources professionals.

A Harvard MBA holder, Stephen is the former CEO of the Covey Leadership Center, which he guided into becoming the "largest leadership development company in the world." It was there where he helped his father's book, Dr. Stephen R. Covey's The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, become one of the most influential business books of the twentieth century, according to CEO Magazine.

Karen, the anchor of "Headstart with Karen Davila" on ANC, said she is excited to learn how the younger Covey was able to continue and grow what his father started.

"Stephen MR Covey is expanding his father's legacy. At 48 years old, I want to know how Stephen dealt with the challenges of following in his famous father's footsteps, overcoming and even growing the company further. Stephen talks about qualities credibility, integrity, intent in his book, The Speed of Trust. In today's fast paced modern world of tech, start-ups, the changing face of media - it would be interesting to know the role these values play," she shared.

The veteran anchor said she will also get the speaker's thoughts on the importance of trust in organizations, especially at a time when fake news and misinformation is prevalent.

"No one wants to appear vulnerable at work. It is seen as a weakness. In any organization, not just news, the bigger the company, the harder it is to show who you really are. I want to ask Stephen examples of companies that have taken themselves around with a shift in thinking," she said.

Karen previously moderated the 2017 ANC Leadership Series Forum on Global Governance & World Economy with Dr. Madeleine Albright, the first female Secretary of State in the U.S.A. With 25 years of experience in the media industry, she has covered and interviewed many heads of businesses and government leaders, and she believes one trait is always present in a good leader.

"A good leader must be credible. One can only lead well by example and it takes discipline, self-denial often times, and sacrifice. People want to follow role models - a leader must have integrity and courage, able to make the tough decisions for the good of his or her team," Karen shared.

Stephen M.R. Covey is the fourth international speaker brought to the Philippines by ANC, the country's premier 24/7 all-English cable news channel, in the past three years. Early this year, ANC also brought in Peter Guber, the executive chairman and co-owner of reigning NBA champion Golden State Warriors and chairman and CEO of Mandalay Entertainment Group, while Virgin Group founder Richard Branson was the inaugural speaker of the ANC Leadership Series in 2016.

"ANC Presents: Leading with Trust, A Session with Stephen M.R. Covey" is part of the country's premier all-English cable news channel efforts to raise the level of discourse on global affairs and business issues in the country by bringing globally-respected thought leaders for a one-day speaking engagement.

For ticket inquiries and reservations, log-on to www.ticketworld.com.ph or call TicketWorld at 891-9999. Tickets are priced at P20,000 (Platinum) and P15,000 (Gold).

For news and information, watch ANC, your news channel, your partner on cable. Watch ANC in high definition on cable on ANC HD.

You may also visit news.abs-cbn.com/anc or follow @ANCalerts on Facebook and Twitter.

By: JENG On 6/20/2018 11:52:00 AM

June 17, 2018

METRO Celebreates Everything Local with MayWard, ElNella, McLisse and JoshLia this June

From fashion and beauty retailers to the designers who have given the best looks for the season, Metro celebrates everything local for the month of June beginning with a heritage tour of Manila for its four covers featuring Kapamilya loveteams ElNella, JoshLia, MayWard, and McLisse.

Elmo Magalona and Janella Salvador hop around old-town Manila and visit the heritage home at Casa Roces and the Dominican-built Paco Park. Joshua Garcia and Julia Barretto spend a day at the historic Luneta Hotel, while Maymay Entrata and Edward Barber get introduced to bustling Escolta. McCoy de Leon and Elisse Joson, meanwhile, explore the picturesque Manila Central Post Office.

Metro also places the spotlight on two designers making waves outside the country: Metrowear designer Michael Leyva and luxury bag designer Mai Mai Cojuangco, while it picks out the best designer collections as seen in Manila Fashion Festival and Philippine Fashion Week.

Soon to be making a worldwide debut as well are new Binibining Pilipinas queens—Catriona Gray, Ahtisa Manalo, Karen Gallman, Eva Patalinjug, Jehza Huelar, and Michele Gumabao—who have shared their stories of determination, perseverance, and the unexpected gains in winning the pageant of their dreams.

Finally, to satisfy readers’ eternal wanderlust, Metro scopes out new stylish getaways that can take the place of Boracay. It likewise curated a lovely list of places to explore that will make readers go on a singing spree for Manila, Manila.

Check out all these and more in Metro June 2018 issue, now out in major bookstores and newsstands for P150. Like Metro on Facebook (www.facebook.com/Metro.Magazine) and follow Metro on Twitter and Instagram (@MetroMagPH) #MetroMagPH

By: JENG On 6/17/2018 08:00:00 PM

First Look Photos of Josh Groban and Tony Danza's Netflix Series "The Good Cop"

On September 21, 2018, TV’s most beloved Tony returns when The Good Cop, a new 10-episode, one-hour dramedy series starring Tony Danza as a former cop, with Josh Groban as his currently-a-cop son, launches on Netflix.

In The Good Cop, Tony Danza plays Tony Sr., a lovable yet not exactly honorable, former NYPD officer who never followed the rules. He lives with his son, Tony Jr., played by Josh Groban, a brilliant, straight-laced NYPD detective who makes a point of always following the rules while solving Brooklyn’s toughest cases. This “odd couple” become unofficial partners as Tony Sr. offers his overly-cautious son blunt, street-wise advice. Also joining the cast are Monica Barbaro, Isiah Whitlock Jr., and Bill Kottkamp.

Andy Breckman, the creator of Monk, serves as showrunner and executive producer, with Randy Zisk (Bones, Monk), and Howard Klein (The Office, The Mindy Project) also serving as executive producers. Tony Danza is a producer on The Good Cop. The series is inspired by a format from Israeli production company YES, who also serve as executive producers. The Good Cop is a Netflix original production.

For more information about "The Good Cop," visit http://netflix.com/thegoodcop

By: JENG On 6/17/2018 07:57:00 PM

TFC Artists Jona and Sam Milby Rocked the City of Carson at the Celebration of the 120th Anniversary of Philippine Independence

Thousands of residents from the City of Carson and nearby areas in Southern California made their way to the Veterans Park in Carson for the 120th Anniversary Celebration of Philippine Independence.

It was a spectacular Saturday that started with the flag-raising, followed by an ecumenical service led by Rev. Emmanuel Orendain, pastor of Calvary Presbyterian Church, and then a community mass celebrated by Rev. Father Albert Avenido of St. Philomena Catholic Church. This was followed by the presentation of colors and parade led by City of Carson Mayor Albert Robles.

The rest of the day was packed with fun and entertainment for the whole family. Vendor booths spread throughout the park provided arts and crafts, food, and various engagement activities. Philippine Independence Day Foundation Chairman Alex Cainglet pointed out that “There were around 100 plus booths this year versus the average of 70 from previous years. More local businesses bought in with the drawing power of TFC and the quality of entertainment it is known for world-wide."

Myx TV, the only English-language multicultural Asian American entertainment network in the United States, showcased their various talents during the Myx TV Hour hosted by social media phenomenon Jessica Lesaca, Host of “Week Sauce.” Gracing the stage were singers Rocky Sandoval, Jeserey, Jules Aurora, and Leanne Tessa of Club Mickey Mouse.

Special guests Myx Host Joshua Manansala, Jamal McClerkin, host of Myx Digital’s “What’s in the Bag?” and Audrey Elizabeth, Myx Digital host were also there to spice up the Myx TV Hour.

Myx TV Virtual Casting Project Manager Allen Palos noted that audience engagement was very good. He says that “We saw a lot of second generation Filipinos in attendance, and organizers told me they had an influx of second gen attendees.”

The much-awaited TFC Hour opened with SoCal locals- Adobo Nation’s LA Chika Reporter Anna Diaz and BA Correspondent Steve Angeles taking to the stage for some fun banter with the audience before introducing the main acts of the Philippines’ Soul Princess Jona and Rockoustic Heartthrob Sam Milby.

Councilmember Elito Santarina was all praises, saying that “The City feels fortunate to have such great talents from TFC for our Philippine Independence Day Celebration. This annual celebration is Carson’s biggest event so we want only the best for the community. That is why I thank TFC for bringing two of their best talents, Sam and Jona, to Carson.”

Jona and Sam enjoyed themselves as they performed for the SoCal community. Both artists went down from the stage and joined the crowd on the ground, as they continued singing, wanting to be with, and reach out up close to the lively audience.

It is endearing to see how the ABS-CBN/TFC artists connect with the festival participants. PIDF Trustee and City Council Deputy Riezl Locsin-Pe Benito noticed that “they (Sam and Jona) are both sincere in their intention to bring happiness to the community as expressed in their interactions toward the audience. The hosts, Anna and Steve, were great too, in addition to the fact that the community knows them already.”

Cainglet said that, “people from Santa Barbara (70 miles away) and San Diego (90 miles away) drove all the way to see them perform. Several dignitaries, namely state and city officials, who were non-Filipinos, stayed on to watch and be entertained.” He also added that “Sam and Jona gave world-class quality entertainment. The organizers felt so right and blessed to get TFC for this year’s celebration.”

Santarina echoes the sentiment when he revealed that “the attendance this year broke all records. This has the biggest turn out so far. In fact, Carson has been the talk of the town since Saturday. The community now looks forward to next year’s celebration.”

Jona, Sam, and ABS-CBN/TFC were presented with Certificates of Congressional Recognition by Congresswoman Nanette Diaz Barragan (California’s 44th District) Commendation and Plaques of Appreciation, and plaques of appreciation from the City of Carson.

After the Carson event, Jona and Sam proceeded to the Hilton Hotel in Universal City to appear at the dinner gala event of Kalayaan Incorporated of Southern California at the Hilton Hotel in Universal City, celebrating the 120th anniversary of Philippine Independence.

By: JENG On 6/17/2018 07:52:00 PM

Disney's "The Lion King" Musical Announces Open Call Auditions for Children's Role

Michael Cassel Group in association with Disney Theatrical Productions announces open call auditions for the children’s roles in the world’s #1 musical, Disney’s THE LION KING.

Following the huge success of the Manila season, which ended on the 27th May 2018, the International Tour of THE LION KING is now auditioning for boys and girls from the ages of 7 to 12 for the roles of Young Simba and Young Nala to join the tour throughout Asia.

The search is on for confident children with personality, natural actors/singers who can move well.

Previous performing experience is not necessary. Height limit is 147 cm (58 inches).

Auditions will be held at Philippine Opera Haus, 3657 Bautista St, Barangay Palanan, Makati City from 10am to 5pm on 23 June 2018. Registration closes at 4pm.

“The Philippines is rich with wonderfully talented performers and we are excited to welcome to the cast young Filipino actors who will join performers from South Africa and around the world in bringing this show to audiences around Asia and beyond” commented Producer of the international tour, Michael Cassel.

The international tour is preparing to open its season in Singapore. After Singapore the tour will enjoy engagements in South Korea and Taiwan, with other engagements to be announced.

Children will be asked to prepare the last verse of “Just Can’t Wait to be King” and bring with them a 3R headshot, birth certificate, a parent/guardian’s written consent, and be prepared to fill out a registration form upon arrival. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Any child that is cast in the production must be prepared to travel internationally with a parent/guardian.

For further casting inquiries, please contact the Children’s Casting Director - Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group:

Phone: +63 650-5144, (0917) 838-1534 or Email: lionkingmanila@atlantistheatrical.com

For further information about THE LION KING visit: LionKingInternational.com

By: JENG On 6/17/2018 07:34:00 PM

June 16, 2018

Iza Calzado and Martin Nievera Join ANC via Late Night Shows "State of the Art" and "LSS: The Martin Nievera Show"

Viewers of ANC, the ABS-CBN News Channel will find more reasons to stay tuned to the channel with the launch of the “ANC-X” lifestyle block, featuring local and international shows that will satisfy their love for food, travel, fashion, and the arts.

Starting Sunday (June 17), late nights on ANC will light up with world-class lifestyle programs led by “State of the Art,” a first of its kind art show hosted by actress Iza Calzado that will debut on the country’s premier all-English cable news channel at 11 pm. Iza will share the stories of our local artists as we experience a golden age in Philippine Art and Design in this visually seductive but relatable program.

On Monday (June 18), the “Concert King” of the Philippines Martin Nievera will make his late night TV comeback with a new show called “LSS: The Martin Nievera Show” at 10:30 pm. We see another side of Martin as he combines the serious and the light and the witty and the funny with the movers and shakers in society.

Other new programs debuting next week on the “ANC-X” block are international hits “The Art Show” airing on Tuesday (June 19) at 10:30 pm and “The Wine Show,” hosted by Matthew Goode and James Purefoy, taking the Friday, 10:30 pm slot starting June 22.

The launch of the “ANC-X” block marks the latest and biggest collaboration between ABS-CBN’s news and lifestyle ecosystems with the goal of providing ANC viewers with the right mix of news, business, and lifestyle content that they can watch on television or on their gadgets as they go about their professional and personal routines.

“While we specialize in serious undertaking like general news, government, business, our wall to wall political coverage, we also know that our audience also wants a break from all the serious stuff,” said ABS-CBN Integrated News and Current Affairs head and ANC managing director Ging Reyes during the launch of the block during an ANC-X on-ground event last May.

ABS-CBN Lifestyle Ecosystem head Paolo Pineda also revealed that they will also be launching the “ANC-X” website soon, to further bring ANC’s lifestyle content closer and more accessible to the country’s business and political leaders, who make up most of ANC’s viewership.

“This will be the lifestyle and travel arm of the current ANC website. There will be published content related to international travel, dining here and abroad, wines, watches, cars, and socially relevant content that will interest the modern, successful man,” he shared.

The “ANC-X” ON AIR block starts at 10:30 pm on weekdays and 10 pm on weekends. Also included in the line-up are original ANC productions “Executive Class” with David Celdran, travel and adventure show “Asian Air Safari” with Capt. Joy Roa, and urban lifestyle program “Green Living” and motoring show “Rev” both hosted by Paolo Abrera. Locally-produced fares such as the travelogue-cum-cooking show “Show Me the Market” with Chef JP Anglo and food expert Joel Binamira and magazine program “Beached” with Maggie Wilson and Marc Nelson will also debut on “ANC-X” on ANC soon.

Watch ANC or ANC HD on cable television or online via www.iwantv.com.ph or www.skyondemand.com.ph.

Stay updated on the news, follow @ancxph and @ANCalerts on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram or visit news.abs-cbn.com/anc.

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By: JENG On 6/16/2018 07:40:00 PM

First Look: "Wonder Woman 1984" Movie Starring Gal Gadot and Chris Pine

Fast forward to the 1980s as Wonder Woman’s next big screen adventure finds her facing an all-new foe: The Cheetah. Principal photography is underway on Warner Bros. Pictures’ follow up to the Super Hero’s first outing, last summer’s record-breaking “Wonder Woman,” which took in $822 million at the worldwide box office. “Wonder Woman 1984” will also be helmed by acclaimed director Patty Jenkins, and star Gal Gadot in the title role.

As previously announced, the film also stars Kristen Wiig in the role of the Super-Villain The Cheetah, as well as Pedro Pascal. And Chris Pine returns as Steve Trevor.

Charles Roven, Deborah Snyder, Zack Snyder, Patty Jenkins, Stephen Jones and Gal Gadot are producing the film. Rebecca Roven Oakley, Richard Suckle, Wesley Coller, Geoff Johns and Walter Hamada are the executive producers.

Joining her behind the scenes are several members of Jenkins’ “Wonder Woman” team, including director of photography Matthew Jensen, Oscar-nominated production designer Aline Bonetto (“Amélie”), and Oscar-winning costume designer Lindy Hemming (“Topsy-Turvy”). Oscar-nominated editor Richard Pearson (“United 93”) will cut the film.

Production will take place in Washington, D.C., Alexandria, Virginia, and in the UK, Spain and the Canary Islands.

Set to open in theaters November 1, 2019, “Wonder Woman 1984” is based on the character created by William Moulton Marston, appearing in comic books published by DC Entertainment. It will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

By: JENG On 6/16/2018 04:24:00 PM

10 "Red Alert" Safety Tips for the Whole Family in Time for School

As the school year commences, safety becomes top priority for kids both inside and outside school grounds. Know what to do in case of harm and danger with practical tips from “Red Alert,” the Best TV Public Service Program in the 2018 KBP Golden Dove Awards.

1. Report incidents to proper authorities. Whether they’re victims or witnesses to bullying, children should know how to report such incidents to their teachers and guidance counselors to avoid further injuries.

2. Good values are learned at home. According to psychologists, discipline starts at home, and it’s important to explain to children that hurting others (both mentally and physically) is wrong.

3.    Don’t talk to strangers. The age-old rule still applies. Remind your children to stay away from people they don’t know to avoid modus operandi of kidnappers and thieves.

4.    Pick your kids up from school, arrange carpools, or have them walk with groups on the way home to avoid walking alone and falling easy prey to criminals.

5.    Pass familiar routes and avoid dark alleys to prevent getting lost and getting easily taken advantage of.

6. Bring a pocket flashlight and whistle if you can’t avoid dark alleys.

7. Avoid using a cellphone while walking to avoid pickpockets and thieves.

8. When encountering petty thieves, avoid fighting back especially when alone. Prioritize your physical safety over your belongings.

9. In case you become victim to crime, observe identifying marks on your assailant. Take note of their height, build, unusual features, and mode of transport to help investigation.

10. Report criminal incidents to police and notify your barangay so they can take swift action and investigate the incident.

For more tips to keep the family safe in times of emergency, watch “Red Alert” with 2018 KBP Golden Dove Awards Best TV Public Affairs Program host Jeff Canoy on Wednesdays at 9:30 PM on DZMM TeleRadyo and after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN to protect the whole family from different kinds of dangers.

Watch it online on iwantv.com.ph or skyondemand.com.ph. Follow the program on Facebook at (@RedAlertABSCBN) and Twitter (@ABSCBNRedAlert).

For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.abscbnpr.com.

By: JENG On 6/16/2018 03:10:00 PM

41st Gaward Urian Winner: Balangiga, Abra, Joanna Ampil and Odette Khan

Underground hip hop film “Respeto” bested all films at the 41st Gawad Urian with four wins, including Best Actor for rapper Abra in its awards night held last Thursday (June 14) at the ABS-CBN Vertis Tent in Quezon City.

Abra, who garnered his first lead acting award, thanked the music community for joining him in the film. “This would not be complete if not for my family from the hip hop community,” he said.

“Respeto” also earned Best Supporting Actor for Dido de la Paz, Best Editing for Lawrence Ang, and Best Sound for Corrine de San Jose.

The Best Picture award went to “Balangiga: Howling Wilderness,” the wartime drama set in 1901 featuring a child who flees town with his grandfather to escape a burn and kill order, produced by Achinette Villamor, Edong Canlas, and Khavn.

The musical “Ang Larawan” earned Best Production Design for Gino Gonzales and Best Actress for Joanna Ampil, while Odette Khan of “Bar Boys” won Best Supporting Actress.

Arnel Barbarona of “Tu Pug Imatuy,” who was hailed as Best Director, dedicated the award to the Lumads of Mindanao. “Their struggles are very much our struggles. If they lose their lands, we lose our identity,” he said in his acceptance speech.

Full list: 41st Gawad Urian winners
Best Film: “Balangiga: Howling Wilderness”
Best Actress: Joanna Ampil, “Ang Larawan”
Best Actor: Abra, “Respeto”
Best Director: Arnel Barbarona, “Tu Pug Imatuy”
Best Supporting Actress: Odette Khan, “Bar Boys”
Best Supporting Actor: Dido de la Paz, “Respeto”
Best Screenplay: Christopher Gozum, “Dapol Tan Payawar Na Tayug 1931”
Best Cinematography: Mycko David, “Neomanila”
Best Production Design: Gino Gonzales, “Ang Larawan

Best Editing: Lawrence Ang, “Respeto”.
Best Music: Khavn, “Balangiga: Howling Wilderness”
Best Sound: Corrine de San Jose, “Respeto”
Best Documentary: Victor Delotavo Tagaro and Toshihiko Uriu, “Yield”
Best Short Film: Kiri Dalena, “Gikan Sa Ngitngit Nga Kinailadman” (From the Dark Depths)
Natatanging Gawad Urian: Winston Raval (Vanishing Tribe)

This year’s Urian awards night highlighted original Filipino music (OPM) featuring songs from the films “Ang Larawan” performed by Rachel Alejandro and Joanna, “Changing Partners” sang by Klarisse de Guzman and Sandino Martin, and “Respeto” staged by Abra and Loonie. Darren Espanto, Jason Dy, and Janine Berdin also opened the show with an exciting OPM performance.

The Natatanging Gawad Urian award went to musician Winston Raval of Vanishing Tribe, a musical director, composer, and arranger who scored music for over 20 movies in four decades, including “Himala.”

“Kita Kita” stars Empoy Marquez and Alessandra de Rossi hosted the show with Butch Francisco, a member of the Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino.

The winners were chosen by the Manunuri composed of reputable pillars in Philippine cinema led by its president Rolando Tolentino together with members Butch, Grace Javier Alfonso, Bienvenido Lumbera, Miguel Rapatan, Benilda Santos, Dr. Nicanor Tiongson, Tito Genova Valiente, Patrick Campos, Shirley Lua, and Gary Devilles.

Catch the replay of the 41st Gawad Urian on Cinema One (SkyCable ch. 56, Destiny Cable Digital Channel 56, and Destiny Analog Ch. 37) on Saturday (June 16) at 11pm. For more details, like Cinema One’s official Facebook page (www.facebook.com/Cinema1channel).

By: JENG On 6/16/2018 02:50:00 PM

June 15, 2018

Kim Chiu and RK Bagatsing Fight Over Custody of the Their Child on "Ipaglaban Mo" Anniversary Episode Shot in Korea

Kapamilya stars Kim Chiu and RK Bagatsing headed to South Korea to shoot the special anniversary episode of the hit legal drama “Ipaglaban Mo,” which airs this Saturday (June 16), featuring the case of ex-lovers fighting over their child’s custody.

Hazel (Kim) and Alvin (RK) are overseas Filipino workers in South Korea. They are a picture of happiness and love, with Alvin even promising to marry Hazel after they have saved enough money.

Things turn sour, however, when Hazel finds out that Alvin has been cheating on her.

After Alvin gets deported back to the Philippines because of a lapsed working visa, Hazel learns she is pregnant with his child. With no one else to turn to, she asks Alvin to take care of their child, with a promise to return for the kid.

Time passes by and Hazel, who is now married to Korean national Ji-hoo (Kyumin Moon), is ready to take her child back under her care. Unfortunately, Alvin refuses and resorts to legal measures to fight for the child’s custody.

Will Hazel ever get her child back? Whose side will the court take?

“Ipaglaban Mo” has been educating viewers about their rights for four years now since it started airing on ABS-CBN. The show even went out of its way of offering free legal advice to people every week via ABS-CBN’s Tulong Center.

Aside from the fourth year on air of its relaunch on ABS-CBN, “Ipaglaban Mo” also celebrates its 30th year as the longest-running legal drama on Philippine television.

Don’t miss the “Korea” episode of “Ipaglaban Mo,” directed by Raymund Ocampo, this Saturday (June 16) after “It’s Showtime” on ABS-CBN.

For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.abscbnpr.com.

By: JENG On 6/15/2018 04:08:00 PM

June 13, 2018

Pixar Animator Unveils "Incredible" Family Portraits of Teams Dantes, Kramer and Belo-Kho

Disney-Pixar's “Incredibles 2” held its Philippine premiere June 11 at the SM Aura IMAX Cinema, heralding the return of the beloved Parr brood of superheroes.

Adjunct to the premiere was the unveiling of family portraits created by Pixar animator Bryn Imagire who flew in from the US to for the film's Manila launch. Credited as the Shading Art Director of “Incredibles 2,” Imagire interpreted the Dantes (Dingdong, Marian Rivera & daughter Zia), Kramer (Doug, Cheska and children Kendra, Scarlett & Gavin) and Belo-Kho (Vicky, Hayden and daughter Scarlet) families as “Incredible” supers.

All three families attended the big reveal, visibly delighted by their portraits.

In his Instagram post after the event, Dingdong Dantes wrote, “Many thanks to Bryn Imagire... [S]he made us her own interpretation of a Dantes Incredibles family portrait! What an honor and privilege!”

For his part, Doug Kramer shared, “What an honor it was to be one of the 3 families that Ms Bryn Imagire sketched through the #Incredibles2 theme here in the Philippines!”

Not to be outdone, Vicky Belo raved “How incredible is this version of our family portrait by Bryn Imagire! Thank you Bryn, its such an honor to be immortalized by you!”

The “Incredible” family portraits are currently on public display at the SM Aura Atrium.

"Incredibles 2” opens in Philippine cinemas nationwide on Thursday, June 14, 2018. Join the conversation online by using the hashtags #Incredibles2 and #IAmIncrediblePH

About INCREDIBLES 2

In “Incredibles 2,” Helen (voice of Holly Hunter) is called on to lead a campaign to bring Supers back, while Bob (voice of Craig T. Nelson) navigates the day-to-day heroics of “normal” life at home with Violet (voice of Sarah Vowell), Dash (voice of Huck Milner) and baby Jack-Jack—whose super powers are about to be discovered. Their mission is derailed, however, when a new villain emerges with a brilliant and dangerous plot that threatens everything. But the Parrs don’t shy away from a challenge, especially with Frozone (voice of Samuel L. Jackson) by their side. That’s what makes this family so Incredible.

Written and directed by Brad Bird (“Iron Giant,” “The Incredibles,” “Ratatouille”) and produced by John Walker (“The Incredibles,” “Tomorrowland”) and Nicole Grindle (“Sanjay’s Super Team” short, “Toy Story 3” associate producer), Disney•Pixar’s “Incredibles 2” busts into theaters on June 14, 2018.

By: JENG On 6/13/2018 04:31:00 PM