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September 22, 2018

Vice Ganda, Toni Gonzaga and Daniel Padilla Reunite for the New MOR Philippines Jingle

The new MOR Philippines jingle, sung once again by Vice Ganda, Toni Gonzaga, and Daniel Padilla, will unite the different MOR stations across the country under one sound, giving listeners a familiar home on the airwaves.

MOR Philippines will bring FM radio listeners around the Philippines together with the simultaneous launch of its new jingle, across its 17 stations nationwide, at 11:55 AM on Monday, September 24.

It was written by Lloyd Oliver "Tiny" Corpuz, Thyro Alfaro, Rox Santos and Jonathan Manalo, who have also composed hit songs that are played on the radio.

MOR Philippines is uniting not just through its jingle but also through its plugs and shows, like the number one FM radio drama on-air right now, "Dear MOR," which has already been airing all over the country.

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

By: JENG On 9/22/2018 10:56:00 PM

Kris Aquino Imagines the Possibilities in a Home and Work Space Equipped with Samsung Digital Appliances

The Queen of All Media Kris Aquino released a new webisode on her popular online channel, The Aquinos, in which she marvels at the time- and resource-saving features of the Samsung Digital Appliances. More than the top-notch service that these technologies provide, she also loves how they allow her to spend more loving moments with her sons, and provide quality experiences for everyone on her team.

"I know na for most of us na mga working moms, it's really a challenge na ma-run natin properly and smoothly ang ating mga households," says Kris. "I'm very blessed because there are a lot of people helping me do that, but gusto ko rin naman na maging mas madali and convenient for all of them."

(I know that, for most of us who are working moms, it's really a challenge to run our households properly and smoothly. I'm very blessed because there are a lot of people helping me do that, but of course, I want things to be easy and convenient for all of them, too.)

Samsung Digital Appliances offer meaningful solutions to the needs of modern homemakers and consumers like Kris. At home, the actress and her family enjoy the pioneering

technologies and the life-changing benefits of the Samsung Twin Cooling Refrigerator, Smart Oven, and FlexWash™. This innovation extends to her new studio, which is equipped with the Samsung Wind-Free™ Air Conditioner.

See how Kris provides the best care for her loved ones with Samsung Digital Appliances here: http://y2u.be/-3a_mHIOZ44

By: JENG On 9/22/2018 10:52:00 PM

Jack Black Plays a Fun Uncle Who Teaches Magic in “The House with a Clock in Its Walls,” Now Showing in PH Theaters

For the role of Jonathan Barnavelt in Universal Pictures' fantasy-adventure The House with a Clock in Its Walls, it was important to the filmmakers to find someone who would serve as the initially frightening relative to live with…who then becomes the really fun uncle to join you on an adventure.

For director Eli Roth, the role can be done justice only by comedy superstar Jack Black.

"Jack just encapsulates all of it," says Roth. "It's hard for me to think of anyone else in the role other than him. I'd seen him perform live in Tenacious D; I've seen all of his movies. You think of Jack, and you just laugh; he has so much personality, so much charm, and he's so funny. But he also has such heart. In his films like School of Rock or Bernie, he's an incredible dramatic actor. He has such humor, life, and such a soulful quality to him. It's a dream come true to watch him create this role."

The magical adventure tells the spine-tingling tale of 10-year-old Lewis (Owen Vaccaro) who goes to live with his uncle Jonathan Barnavelt (Black) in a creaky old house with a mysterious tick-tocking heart. But his new town's sleepy façade jolts to life with a secret world of warlocks and witches when Lewis accidentally awakens the dead.

Black has long thought of himself as a kid at heart, and like his collaborators, he appreciated the fact that Jack Kripke's script brought the spirit of John Bellairs, author of the book from which the film was based. Despite its dark themes of loss and tragedy, the story offers lessons, excitement and pure joy. "This is a movie that kids of all ages can enjoy," reflects Black, "but we want to give them a thrill. Sometimes you have to go dark to give them that." He particularly appreciates the secret at the story's core: "They're living in a house that has a living clock of doom, and they have to disengage the clock to save the world."

One of the core themes to The House with a Clock in Its Walls is honoring one's individuality. In the film, Jonathan plays certain notes on his saxophone, and it will open up his magic…unique to him. Black reveals that element is one of his favorites about the story: "Tapping into our unique weirdness is the key to a person's individual magic. Let the individuality out."

Black was duly excited about Cate Blanchett's casting as powerful witch Florence Zimmerman, and he remains appreciative of their time on set together. "The idea of working with Cate was exciting and daunting," he states. "I told everyone I knew I was working on a Cate Blanchett movie; I think she's the best actor in the world. Blue Jasmine is one of the best performances of all time."

The chemistry between Black and Blanchett is unexpectedly whimsical, and Blanchett and Black had a ball delivering Kripke's zingers at one another. "Jonathan and Florence have been long connected through their love of magic," adds Blanchett, "but also a mutual respect. They bicker and fight like George and Martha from Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf. But they have a deep love of one another, and they understand each other's foibles—as well as the pain that they've both experienced. There's a great love between them, as much as they tussle with one another."

Now playing in Philippine cinemas, The House with a Clock in Its Walls is distributed by United International Pictures through Columbia Pictures. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/uipmoviesph

By: JENG On 9/22/2018 10:49:00 PM

Meet “Wonder Jane,” The Newest Travel Hero

Wonder Jane is our everyday Hero in saving us from our daily personal care needs!

Wonder Jane aims to help you be worry free as you enjoy your adventures with its line of products that has been customized for quality you can surely trust!

Wonder Jane Travel Kit is a 5-in-1 kit which you can bring with you everyday for your daily needs. It is made for those who are always on the go. It Includes:

Undercover Wash - Sles-Free liquid soap with no artificial fragrance. Keep your body clean from head to toe! Use it as shampoo, facial wash, Body cleanser and hand wash anytime.

Bug Rescue - Formulated for its Mosquito repelling properties with a custom scent using all natural ingredients. Shoo the Mosquitos without the unpleasant smell!

Hand Sanitazer - This Hand Sanitizer disinfects without drying the skin. Enjoy keeping your hands clean with this all-natural custom scent.

Anti-Stink Bomb - Never leave the toilet smelling like a Bomb! This all-natural poop spray will keep your toilet clean and pleasant for the next mission!

Bum Shield - This disposable toilet seat cover will give you maximum protection from germs. Bum Shield is hygienic and easy to use. Biodegradable and perfect for travel!

You may purchase your own kit at www.wonderjane.ph and soon Wonder Jane will be flying around your friendly neighbourhood stores.

It cost 850PHP per kit and will be available online starting September 15, 2018.

By: JENG On 9/22/2018 04:40:00 PM

S+A Airs Cardiff City vs. Bunley Match Feat. Azkals Goalie Neil Etheridge on September 30

It's another exciting week of football for Filipino fans of the beautiful game as S+A will be airing LIVE matches in the ongoing English Premier League (EPL) and La Liga seasons, highlighted by the Cardiff City vs Burnley match featuring Azkals goalie Neil Etheridge on September 30.

Spanish powerhouse FC Barcelona, led by the indomitable Leo Messi, will take on Girona to fire things off on La Liga this Monday (September 24) at 2:45 am, LIVE from Camp Nou. The next La Liga match day will be on Thursday (September 27) with Sevilla taking on the new-look Real Madrid squad at 3:55 am, LIVE from the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium.

Action shifts to the anticipated S+A debut of Philippine Azkals goalkeeper Neil Etheridge as his Cardiff City club takes on Burnley in the EPL on Sunday (September 30) at 10:55 pm. Meanwhile, EPL giants Chelsea and Liverpool, led by Eden Hazard and Mo Salah respectively, will clash at an earlier time, 12:55 am, to get an early lead from each other in the EPL table.

Etheridge became the first ever Filipino to play in the EPL when he debuted last August. After an impressive debut form, the 28-year-old was nominated for the August Player of the Month in one of the most-popular football leagues in the world.

S+A and LIGA, sports channels of ABS-CBN Sports, were also the country's official broadcasters of the recent the FIFA World Cup Russia 2018. S+A also airs selected matches and highlight shows from top European club football leagues such as the English Premier League, Spanish La Liga, and Italian Serie A through a partnership with Hong Kong-based holdings company Triple CH as part of ABS-CBN Sports' efforts to promote love and appreciation for the most popular sport in the world in the Philippines.

Don't miss the intense action in La Liga and the EPL this week as S+A brings the matches LIVE between Barcelona and Girona on Monday (September 24) at 2:45 am, while Sevilla-Real Madrid takes palce on Thursday (September 27) at 3:55 am. Meanwhile, Sunday (September 30) is EPL day as Chelsea takes on Liverpool at 12:55 am while Neil Etheridge makes his S+A debut as a member of Cardiff City against Burnley at 10:55 pm. For sales and advertising inquiries, please contact ABS-CBN Airtime Sales at (+632) 415-2272.

For more information and stories, visit ABS-CBN's sports hub sports.abs-cbn.com and follow @ABSCBNSports on Facebook and Twitter. For updates, follow @ABSCBNPR on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter or visit www.abscbnpr.com.

By: JENG On 9/22/2018 03:58:00 PM

Voyager Delivers a One-of-a-Kind Digital Concert Experience to Filipinos with “Freeniversaya: A FREEnet Concert”

Since opening the doors of the digital life and rewards to users three years ago, freenet today continues to give access to the most exciting rewards and experiences to its users this time through a one-of-a-kind digital concert extravaganza dubbed FREENIVERSAYA: A FREEnet Concert.

In celebration of the 3rd anniversary of freenet, Voyager Innovations' free internet and rewards platform, freenetizens were given free and exclusive access to an evening of music, prizes, and celebration at the SM Mall of Asia Arena last September 20. Concert-goers jammed to the hits of the country's biggest OPM artists today: Bamboo, KZ Tandingan, Moira Dela Torre, Shanti Dope, Gloc-9, Ben&Ben, and Hashtags, while Kaladkaren Davila and Luis Manzano brought the more saya by giving away lots of freebies and prizes to the thousands of fans in attendance.

"We'd like to thank all the loyal and passionate freenet fans who joined us during the Freeniversaya: a FREEnet concert! This was a spectacular opportunity for us to give them a truly unique digital experience whether they were with us at the concert venue or even those who tuned in at home via Facebook Live. We hope all of them had fun listening to their favorite artists and getting all the free perks, because this is just the beginning of a free, fun, and rewarding life with freenet!" said Dindo Marzan, Managing Director for Marketing Technologies at Voyager Innovations.

Complete Digital Experience

The digital experience of freenetizens started with getting concert passes by redeeming desired tickets in the freenet shop using the freenet points they have collected over the past months. These points are earned once they complete in-app missions which include visiting sites, downloading apps, as well as referring their friends to freenet.

During the concert, paying for food and drinks was also a breeze thanks to the quick and easy cashless transactions brought by PayMaya QR. Concert-goers were able to pay for refreshments from various merchants inside the venue using only the PayMaya app installed in their smartphones. Freenetizens who used PayMaya QR were not only able to pay conveniently, but they were also surprised with instant rebates ranging from P9 to P999 with just a minimum purchase of P99 at participating merchants during the concert.

But the digital fun didn't stop at the concert venue, because freenetizens from all over the country were also given free access to the Freeniversaya experience through Facebook Live, so they can listen to the songs and jam to the hits of their favorite artists wherever they may be in the country, united under the hashtags #Freeniversaya and #GrabeAngSaya all throughout the night.

Exciting perks and rewards

But for those who were lucky enough to join the concert live on September 20, they were treated to an evening of not just musical spectacle, but exciting perks and rewards as well from freenet, PayMaya, Lendr, Smart Padala, and many other brands.

For one, select freenetizens at the audience were able to join a special edition of the Dailygaya Raffle Promo where three lucky winners were each able to take home one of the following prizes: a brand-new Yamaha SZ16, roundtrip tickets for two to Taiwan, and 1 million freenet points, which the winner can use to redeem endless rewards at the freenet in-app shop including airtime load, data packages, gaming pins, and many more.

In addition to this, three lucky freenetizens from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao were also given the VVIP experience during the Freeniversaya concert complete with VVIP tickets plus a backstage tour before the show, hotel accommodations, as well as roundtrip tickets for two to those who live in the provinces.

Throughout the night, freenetizens enjoyed one reward after another. Concert-goers were treated to an exclusive prepaid load flash sale courtesy of PayMaya. All PayMaya users were given 30 minutes to get a 100% cashback on their prepaid load purchases worth P20 via the PayMaya app.

"I think it's an understatement that we really went all out in giving exclusive perks and prizes to all freenetizens during our anniversary concert. We really want to drive home the message that it's really more fun and rewarding to be a freenet user. To our freenetizens, watch out as we have a lot in store for our dear community, " added Heidi Garayblas, Associate Marketing Director at Voyager Innovations.

Throughout its three years of giving a free and rewarding experience to more than 8 million Filipinos nationwide, freenet has definitely become one of the go-to apps of mobile Internet users, making it the top free lifestyle app and a consistent trending app in the same category on Google Play.

To make sure you don't miss out on these exclusive perks, prizes, and even more surprises, download the freenet app on the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store today! For updates, follow @freenetph on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and visit www.thefreenet.com for more information.

By: JENG On 9/22/2018 03:54:00 PM

TVplus Asianovela Channel Releases Hit K-Series “Legend of the Blue Sea,” “Warm and Cozy,” and “The K2” this September

Asianovela Channel, ABS-CBN TVplus' dedicated channel to all-things Koreanovela and Asian Drama, has become part of the TV viewing routine of many TVplus users in just a month since it was launched.

Fans have taken to social media to show their appreciation of the new source of entertainment.

Facebook user Solange Magalona is happy because of the savings on her mobile data. "Instead of satisfying myself from watching K-Drama through the internet, I just watch through my TVplus and enjoy."

Another Facebook user, Carolyn Valido Tamares, praised Asianovela Channel's programming saying, "it's a nice channel to watch especially for those who love K-Dramas. Walang bitin kada episodes and pwedeng ulit ulitin in a day."

Other netizens also expressed their program requests on Asianovela Channel's Facebook page that has a growing number of followers.

The series of positive feedback show how much Asianovela Channel has made an impact on the TV viewing of TVplus users as one of the five new channels of the country's pioneering DTT product.

Meanwhile, the start of the 'ber' months proves to be a jolly season for K-Drama fans as a slew of new shows air this September.

Headlining the offerings this month is the hit fantasy-romance series "Legend of the Blue Sea" (weekdays at 11 AM, 5 PM, and 12 AM; weekends at 3 PM) starring Lee Min-ho and Jun Ji-hyun.

Other shows that avid K-Drama fans shouldn't miss include the rom-com "Warm and Cozy" (weekdays at 5 AM and 6 PM; weekends at 5 PM); the action melodrama "The K2" (weekdays at 12 NN and 7 PM; weekends at 5 AM), and the period romance "The King is in love" (weekdays at 10 AM, 4 PM, and 11 PM; weekends at 9 AM).

To begin watching shows from Asianovela Channel, TVplus users need to press the scan button on their TVplus remote and browse the TV list to find the channel assignment. The four other new channels on ABS-CBN TVplus are Movie Central, Jeepney TV, MYX, and O Shopping.

The five new channels are initially available in Metro Manila, Rizal, Cavite, Laguna, Metro Cebu, and Cagayan de Oro. All channels except O Shopping are on free trial until December 31.

Since 2015, ABS-CBN TVplus has transformed the way Filipinos watch television as it delivers clear picture and crisp sound without any monthly and installation fee. As the pioneering digital terrestrial television (DTT) product in the Philippines, ABS-CBN TVplus also adds to the digital properties of ABS-CBN as the network transitions into an agile digital company.

By: JENG On 9/22/2018 03:51:00 PM

September 19, 2018

KathNiel's "The Hows of Us" Earns P600-M, Beats Vice Ganda's Record as Topgrossing Pinoy Movie of All Time

Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo sealed their sit as the country's Box-Office King and Queen of 2018 after their latest starrer - the Star Cinema movie “The Hows of Us” made history by raking more than P600-million at the domestic box office in just 20 days after its nationwide release - the first Philippine-produced film to achieve the feat.

As of 5 p.m. on September 17, “The Hows of Us” earned P601,152,867.12 in domestic ticket sales overtaking the P571-million domestic gross of Vice Ganda’s “Gandarrapiddo: The Revenger Squad” (2017), previously the highest grossing Filipino film of all time.

The box office tally of “The Hows of Us” so far is all the more impressive as the Cathy Garcia-Molina film is yet to enter its fourth weekend. Unlike “The Revenger Squad,” it is also not an entry to the Metro Manila Film Festival, the Christmastime annual event that traditionally sees a boom of moviegoers.

Previously, another Star Cinema film, “The Super Parental Guardians” (2017) nearly breached the P600-million mark in earnings, with P598 million - and that was a worldwide tally. Domestically, it concluded its theatrical run with P550 million.

The P601-million figure of “The Hows of Us” does not include yet its earnings from international screenings, which started September 7. The romance drama was also shown in UAE, Papua New Guinea, Brunei, Malaysia, Saipan, Canada, Australia, Vietnam, and Hong Kong.

By: JENG On 9/19/2018 09:00:00 AM

September 18, 2018

Captain Barbell, Darna, and Lastikman Organic Burgers Now Available in "Heroes Burger" Trinoma

Pinoy Komiks-themed organic burgers await diners at Heroes Burger, the newly opened food stop at the country’s first studio city, the ABS-CBN Studio Experience, located at Ayala Malls Trinoma.

Everyone is sure to have lip-smacking meal times at Studio XP, with the coolest Pinoy superheroes exclusively featured on Heroes Burger’s mouth-watering fare - the courageous Captain Barbell, the iconic Darna, and the flexible Lastikman.

Heroes Burger’s staples are budget-friendly, starting at only P55 for the Kaboom burger. Combo meals are plentiful, with Darna burger meal at P89, Lastikman cheeseburger meal at P99, and Captain Barbell double cheeseburger meal at P129, all served with crispy french fries and drinks.

No need to get a Studio XP pass to taste all these goodies as Heroes Burger has a takeout counter accessible outside the studio city.

Chomp on these great eats available at the new Heroes Burger, located at the ABS-CBN Studio Experience, 4F of Ayala Malls TriNoma. Follow the ABS-CBN Studio Experience on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram (@abscbnstudioxp) or visit studioexperience.abs-cbn.com for more details.

By: JENG On 9/18/2018 07:51:00 PM

Cate Blanchett Plays a Powerful Witch in "The House with a Clock in its Walls"

Two-time Academy Award® winner Cate Blanchett stars as Florence Zimmerman, one of the most powerful witches on Earth, in Universal Pictures’ fantasy adventure The House with a Clock in Its Walls where fantastical events occur in the most unexpected places.

The magical adventure tells the spine-tingling tale of 10-year-old Lewis (Owen Vaccaro) who goes to live with his uncle, Jonathan (Jack Black) in a creaky old house with a mysterious tick-tocking heart. But his new town’s sleepy façade jolts to life with a secret world of warlocks and witches when Lewis accidentally awakens the dead.

Known for a body of dramatic work, Blanchett has also stunned audiences with her darkly comedic chops in films such as Thor: Ragnarok. Shares director Eli Roth: “When you ask, ‘Who’s the greatest actress in the world? People say, ‘Cate Blanchett, Meryl Streep, Judi Dench.’ That’s it. I’m so excited because I haven’t seen Cate do a role like this. I feel like she’s had fun in classic roles like the wicked stepmother in Cinderella. She’s so thoughtful, careful and meticulous, and she was excited to create this incredible role.”

The performer appreciates Roth’s eclectic aesthetic, and offers that the director was one of the primary reasons she decided to join the production. “What I love about Eli is that he didn’t just come at the story from one perspective,” says Blanchett. “He has incredibly electric tastes, and I felt like he didn’t shy away from the danger and excitement. But he was also able to bring such heart to the film.”

Blanchett agrees with her collaborators when she discusses her appreciation of the themes and humor in Clock, ones that speak to the entire family. “In the best possible way, it’s a family film,” she gives. “It is genuinely scary. It’s a privilege to sit there as a parent and hold your child’s hand and say, ‘We’re going on this rollercoaster together.’ I’m always disappointed when I go and see a children’s film and feel the jokes are for me. This film is a sophisticated, dark, heart-rending, hilarious, surprising journey, and that goes back to the heart of the novel.”

While the audience grows to learn more about the reasons for Mrs. Zimmerman’s “stuck magic,” when Lewis meets the character, all he understands is that she has somehow broken her magical abilities. Blanchett comments on where we find her: “She’s encouraging Lewis and Jonathan to step up to the plate, to embrace who they really are. Still, she needs their encouragement to do that herself. The beautiful thing about this film is that not one of these characters can tackle this problem by themselves. They need each other to do it.”

Black was duly excited about Blanchett’s casting, and he remains appreciative of their time on set together. “The idea of working with Cate was exciting and daunting,” he states. “I told everyone I knew I was working on a Cate Blanchett movie; I think she’s the best actor in the world. Blue Jasmine is one of the best performances of all time.”

“Jonathan and Florence have been long connected through their love of magic,” adds Blanchett, “but also a mutual respect. They bicker and fight like George and Martha from Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf. But they have a deep love of one another, and they understand each other’s foibles—as well as the pain that they’ve both experienced. There’s a great love between them, as much as they tussle with one another.”

In Philippine cinemas September 19, The House with a Clock in Its Walls is distributed by United International Pictures through Columbia Pictures.

By: JENG On 9/18/2018 07:38:00 PM

Kapuso Powerhouse Diva Maricris Garcia Holds First Major Solo Concert at Teatrino in Greenhills on September 28

As she celebrates 11 years in the industry, GMA Artist Center’s powerhouse diva Maricris Garcia will hold her first major solo concert entitled ‘MARICRIS’ on September 28 at Teatrino in Greenhills.

‘MARICRIS’ promises a grand ensemble of music, entertainment and nostalgia as the Kapuso diva looks back on her journey in the industry. Maricris personally conceptualized the concert, which was brought to life by director Marc Lopez.

“The show is going to be more of a storytelling type. I want to share my journey since I started my career up to the present, as well as my personal life, my music influences, and more,” Maricris added.

She will be joined by the industry’s best singers, including Nar Cabico, Mark Bautista, and Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid.

She is also celebrating her birthday this month, and the concert is both a treat to herself and to her fans. She excitedly shared her process in producing her own concert, “During the first few months of planning, everything was easy. But as the days go by, I started to feel the pressure and the stress. Good thing I have the support of GMA Artist Center and a few people who offered their help in making this concert possible.”

The Kapuso star feels grateful that she has the opportunity to live out her passion. “I want to let them know that I’m still here and I always be her, singing.” She also sets to release her new music early next year in time for the Valentine season.

Tickets for ‘MARICRIS’ concert are priced at Php 1,800 for VIP, Php 1,300 for Orchestra, and Php 800 for Balcony.

For inquiries, you may contact 09178508747 or call Teatrino at (02) 7412949 local 116.

By: JENG On 9/18/2018 07:00:00 PM