January 18, 2018
Korean Idols Yoona and Siwan Topbill ABS-CBN’s “The King is in Love”
Welcome 2018 with Star Cinema’s Hit Movies on Sky Pay-Per-View
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.
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.
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.
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 3rd 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.
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.
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).
UAAP Hunk Ricci Rivero Bares It All on “Sports U”
January 6, 2018
Great News! SMART Extends Validity of Prepaid Load to 1 Year
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.
December 29, 2017
Daniel Padilla and Angelica Panganiban Win Best Actor and Actress at FAMAS 2017
December 27, 2017
Nick Jonas’ “Home,” an OST of “Ferdinand” Scores Golden Globes 2018 Nomination
Matt Damon’s “Downsizing” Thinks Big for its New Poster
ABS-CBN News Ushers in 2018 with #Ganap2017 and “Paglayang Minamahal: The 2017 ABS-CBN News Yearender” Specials
December 25, 2017
Oprah Winfrey to Receive Cecil B. de Mille Award at 75th Annual Golden Globe® Awards
December 24, 2017
Fill Your Life with #Cloud9Moments this Holiday Season
December 23, 2017
ABS-CBN 2018 New Shows Unveiled
Robi Domingo Unveils Japan’s Hidden Christians on ANC’s “Keeping The Faith”
Ces Orena-Drilon Resigns from Bandila, Takes On New Roles as ABS-CBN Lifestyle Content Head
Jeepney TV Treats Kapamilya Viewers with Concerts and MMK Specials on Christmas Day
Four of the most successful Kapamilya concerts, five family-friendly movies and featured MMK Specials are lined up to make the holidays even more special on Jeepney TV starting on Christmas Day (December 25).
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with Jodi Sta. Maria, Richard Yap, Jerome Ponce, Janella Salvador, and Marlo Mortel in the "Be Careful with My Heart" thanksgiving concert; Coco Martin, Arjo Atayde, Yassi Pressman, Bella Padilla, and Maja Salvador in the "FPJ's Ang Probinsyano" anniversary concert; and Bea Alonzo, Ian Veneracion, Iza Calzado, Enchong Dee, JK Labaho, Julia Barretto, and Ronnie Alonte in the "A Love To Last" thanksgiving concert airing on the cable channel during the Christmas week.
Love team JaDine, consisting of real-life couple James Reid and Nadine Lustre, also adds sparks to the holidays with their kilig and striking performances in their "JaDine in Love" concert.
Jeepney TV likewise offers "Pasada Pelikula" featuring Tagalized movies for the whole family such as animated adventure-comedy flick "Rio," another fantasy film "Arthur and the Invisibles," animated adaptation of the graphic novel "Pixies," hilarious American family film "Baby Geniuses," and the fantastic journey "Quest For A Heart."
Throwback MMK Christmas Specials also air during Christmas week at 11pm.
Meanwhile, the 2016 South Korean action drama "The K2" starring Ji Chang-wook, Im Yoon-ah and Song Yoon-ah, and the 2009 Philippine fantasy romantic drama "Kambal sa Uma" starring Melissa Ricks, Matt Evans, and Shaina Magdayao premiere on the cable channel this Monday (Dec. 25) at 11:20am and 2:45pm respectively.
Coco Martin and Julia Montes also reunite through Jeepney TV's airing of romantic drama "Walang Hanggan," which also stars Paulo Avelino, Dawn Zulueta, and Richard Gomez. Catch it Mondays thru Fridays at 12:15pm.
Don't miss "Kapamilyas in Concert," on Monday until Thursday (Dec. 25 to 28) at 9pm and "Pasada Pelikula," Mondays thru Fridays at 5:15pm during the weeklong Christmas celebration on Jeepney TV, available on SKYcable channel 9, Destiny Cable on Analog 41 and Digital 9. For updates, like the Jeepney TV page on Facebook (www.facebook.com/JeepneyTV) or visit www.jeepneytv.ph.