September 4, 2019
Showbiz: Asia’s Multi-Media Star Alden Richards Reveals Reasons Why GMA-7 is His Only Network of Choice
The Kapuso homegrown talent is one of the country's premiere actors, a top celebrity endorser, a successful businessman, a highly-talented host, an award-winning performer, a chart-topping recording artist, and a record-breaking box office star. But it is his genuine dedication towards excelling in his craft that sets him apart.
Recently, Alden received the 'Asian Star Prize' from the Seoul International Drama Awards 2019 at the Kyunghee University in South Korea and the first-ever 'Celebrity Icon Award' from the Okada Manila 2019 Icon Awards – two more accolades added to his growing list of accomplishments in the industry.
Despite all his feats, Alden remains an inspiration to the people around him and his legions of fans for his humility and passion in acting. As he renewed his contract with GMA Network yesterday, September 3, Alden attributed his success to his home network for almost a decade.
"Since I started in GMA up to this point of my career, sila 'yung sumusugal sa'kin. They gave me huge projects, huge opportunities and regardless kung successful or hindi, hindi sila tumitigil. Hindi nila ako pinabayaan. They kept on believing, kahit na minsan wala ng angle to believe in. Hinawakan nila 'yung kamay ko through ups and downs, hindi ko nakita 'yon with others," he said.
Throughout his years as a Kapuso, Alden has proven his versatility by portraying several formidable roles. In his upcoming primetime drama, The Gift, he is taking on another challenging role as a visually-impaired fruit vendor named Sep.
"In my nine years of stay in GMA, I keep on discovering something new about myself and my craft. Project after project, it gives me more hunger to do more and inspire more people through my works and the things that I do. Pag may lumalapit sa'kin and sasabihin nila, 'Alden sobrang ganda ng ginawa mo, nabago 'yung buhay ko.' Sobra akong namo-move to be appreciated by these people by the thing I love to do most. I want projects that could touch lives - that's my ultimate goal as an artist. Ang sarap kasi noong nakakapagpabago ka ng buhay ng ibang tao kagaya ng pagbabago ng GMA sa buhay ko. I also want to be a vessel to help others.
Present in the contract signing were GMA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Atty. Felipe L. Gozon; President and Chief Operating Officer Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr.; Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Felipe S. Yalong; Senior Vice President for Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable; Chief Risk Officer and First Vice President for Corporate Strategic Planning and Program Support Department Regie C. Bautista; Vice President for Drama Productions Redgie Acuña-Magno; Vice President for Business Development Department III Darling de Jesus-Bodegon; Vice President for Corporate Affairs and Communications Angel Javier Cruz; Vice President for Regional TV Oliver Amoroso; Senior Assistant Vice President for Alternative Productions Gigi Santiago-Lara; Assistant Vice President for Business Development Department II Bang Arespacochaga; Assistant Vice President for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy; Assistant Vice President for Talent Imaging and Marketing Simoun Ferrer; Senior Program Managers Helen Rose Sese, Ruth Mariñas, Mae Zambrano, Mildred Natividad, Cecille de Guzman, Ian Roxas, and Charles Koo.
During the contract signing held at the Boardroom of GMA Network, Atty. Gozon expressed his admiration over the actor's loyalty towards the Kapuso Network, "As one of GMA's most treasured stars, we are honored to be part of your unrivaled accomplishments as an artist. Even though you are now one of the biggest stars in the country, you remain humble that's why we are confident that you will achieve more successes. Being a homegrown talent of GMA, kami dito sa GMA ay very proud of your achievements and gratified that you'll continue to be a Kapuso."
Mr. Duavit, on the other hand, had nothing but praises for the Kapuso star, "We've always admired your dedication and commitment to your craft lalong-lalo na tuwing napapanood at nasasaksihan namin ang patuloy na pag-evolve mo bilang isang artista, isang host, at isang napakabuting tao. Katuwa-tuwa at nakakataba ng pusong masaksihan ang iyong pag-angat at pagsulong sa iyong career. Sa mga hinaharap na taon, makakaasa ka na nasa likuran mo kaming lahat."
Rasonable, in turn, expressed her appreciation of the homegrown actor's professionalism and good heart, "He is loved by all because mahusay siyang makipagkapwa tao sa lahat ng mga katrabaho niya. Nakikita ng lahat 'yung seriousness niya sa kaniyang ginagawa, 'yung effort and the passion that he pours into his work so nahahawa niya lahat ng tao sa kaniyang paligid. Throughout all these years parehong-pareho, from the first time we worked together in Alakdana until now in The Gift wala talagang nagbago kaya siya mahal na mahal ng mga tao."
Meanwhile, Santiago-Lara admires Alden for being down-to-earth in spite of the colossal achievements he has reached in his career, "I'm proud of him, sa lahat ng achievements niya. 'Yung passion na nakita ko sa kaniya noong nag-start kaming mag-work, it hasn't died and in fact, lalong nakita ko 'yung willingness and passion niya to grow. Everybody is saying na hindi siya nagbabago but it's more than that. He likes to give back sa lahat ng napapasaya niya, 'yung mga sumusuporta sa kaniya. Iyon 'yung isa sa mga kakaiba sa kaniya."
September 3, 2019
100 Sexiest Men in the Philippines 2019 Final Poll, Vote Now!
Starmometer.com has released the Top 10 finalists of “100 Sexiest Men in the Philippines 2019” based on the following criteria:
Charm 30%
Physique 40%
Popularity index (visibility in the last 12 months) 30%
Top 10 Finalists:
Derek Ramsay
Enrique Gil
James Reid
Marco Gumabao
Erwan Heussaff
Alden Richards
Coco Martin
Carlo Aquino
Daniel Padilla
Dingdong Dantes
Voting Mechanics:
1. This poll will run from September 2 (today) to 12:00 noon of September 24, 2019 only.
2. You can choose one up to a maximum of five celebrities below.
3. You can cast your vote(s) again every after three hours.
4. We will reveal the winner on September 24 in the afternoon.
VOTE HERE:
"Rated K" Wins Against GMA-7 Show in TV Ratings
Here are the Top 20 programs nationwide on September 1, 2019 according to Kantar Media:
More households nationwide continue to tune into “The Killer Bride” every night as the hit primetime drama scored 25.6%, beating “The Better Woman” that only got 12.3% last Friday (Aug 30). “The Voice Kids” kept its wide lead last weekend, recording 33.4% and 36.5% last Saturday (Aug 31) and Sunday (Sept 1), respectively, compared to “Starstruck’s” 14.5% and 15.3%. “I Can See Your Voice” kept viewers entertained last Saturday (Aug 31), hitting 13.5%.
Here are the Top 20 programs nationwide and comparative TV ratings from August 30 to September 1, 2019 according to Kantar Media:
Alden Richards and Kathryn Bernardo's "HLG" Breaks the Box-Office Record of All Daniel Padilla - Kathryn Bernardo Movies?
After a little over a month in cinemas worldwide, the Cathy Garcia-Molina film has totaled P880,603,490 in worldwide earnings as of September 3. The latest box-office gross tally of the movie does not include the ticket sales from Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Saipan, Guam, Brunei, Singapore, Hong Kong, Cambodia, and Japan. The movie is also set to be shown this September 28 and 29 in South Korea, and coming soon in Vietnam, Thailand, Samoa, and Myanmar.
Aside from its box-office performance, "Hello, Love, Goodbye" is considered a landmark project in Philippine cinema with the pairing of Kathryn and Alden, who are a respective homegrown talents of rival networks ABS-CBN and GMA-7 and a known other half of the biggest love teams in local showbiz - KathNiel and AlDub. The movie also sealed Kathryn's label as the only Pinoy actresswith two films earning more than P800 million each.
(As of August 23, 2019)
1. HELLO, LOVE, GOODBYE (2019) – P880 million
Alden Richards, Kathryn Bernardo
Star Cinema
2. THE HOWS OF US (2018) – P800 million
Daniel Padilla, Kathryn Bernardo
Star Cinema
3. THE SUPER PARENTAL GUARDIANS (2016) – P598 million
Vice Ganda, Coco Martin
Star Cinema
4. FANTASTICA (2018) – P596 million
Vice Ganda, Dingdong Dantes, Richard Gutierrez
Star Cinema, Viva Films
5. GANDARRAPIDDO: THE REVENGER SQUAD (2017)- P571 million
Vice Ganda, Daniel Padilla, Pia Wurtzbach
Star Cinema, Viva Films
6. A SECOND CHANCE (2015) – P556 million
Bea Alonzo, John Lloyd Cruz
Star Cinema
7. BEAUTY AND THE BESTIE (2015) – P540 million
Vice Ganda, Coco Martin
Star Cinema, Viva Films
8. THE AMAZING PRAYBEYT BENJAMIN (2014) – P440 million
Vice Ganda, Derek Ramsay
Star Cinema, Viva Films
9. GIRL, BOY, BAKLA, TOMBOY (2013) – P421 million
Vice Ganda, Maricel Soriano
Star Cinema, Viva Films
10. STARTING OVER AGAIN (2014) – P420 million
Toni Gonzaga, Piolo Pascual
Star Cinema
Win a Trip for Two to Los Angeles, USA in HOOQathon Raffle Promo
This month, HOOQ fans have a lot of reasons to stream Hollywood movies and TV shows. From August 19 through September 17, 2019, HOOQ is running, HOOQathon, a binge-watch raffle promo for HOOQ VIP subscribers. For every 2 Sony Pictures Television movies watched, or the equivalent total minutes of 200, a VIP subscriber is entitled to one raffle ticket and a chance to win a three-night vacation for two in Los Angeles California - home of Hollywood entertainment. The prize is packed with must-have experiences of vibrant L.A. - round trip flights, airport transfers, hotel accommodation in a luxury hotel, a super car driving experience at a speedway track, a walking tour of contemporary street art, dinner at a top restaurant and pocket money.
To join, one must first subscribe to a trial access or paid subscription, then register by providing their first name, last name, HOOQ registered email address, mobile number and mailing address. Subscribers automatically get one raffle entry upon registration. For every 200 minutes clocked in, one raffle entry is earned; plus, every rental movie redeemed also earns them one more entry.
Sony Pictures Television movies and TV shows on HOOQ include Angels & Demons, Brightburn, SALT, The Nanny, The Oath, The Good Doctor, and The Client List. A complete list of titles can be found here: https://on.hooq.tv/SonyHOOQathon.
The grand draw is on September 23, 2019. To be eligible for the raffle draw, the subscriber must hold a Philippine passport.
For more information, log on to https://campaign.hooq.tv/sonyhooqathon/.
Promo Period: August 19 to September 18, 2019. Per DTI-FTEB Permit No. 13948 Series of 2019.
HOW TO GET HOOQ
HOOQ Plans are available for as low as P15/day with multiple payment options via credit card, debit card, and telco partners such as Globe, Smart, and Sun. For those ready to enter a new world of entertainment, HOOQ offers 12-month HOOQ subscriptions at 50% when you download and pay via Google Play.
HOOQ can now be enjoyed on more devices like Google Chromecast, Samsung Smart TVs, Android TV, Apple TV, Globe Streamwatch powered by Roku and the new Globe Streamwatch Xtreme Prepaid.
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HOOQ is the leading video-on-demand service for emerging markets in Southeast Asia, delivering over 10,000 hours of local, regional and Hollywood films, shows and live TV to its users anytime, anywhere and on any device. Started as a joint venture in January 2015 by Singtel, Sony Pictures Television and Warner Bros, HOOQ has built an entertainment destination deeply rooted in its understanding of consumers’ needs and habits. HOOQ currently operates in the Philippines, Thailand, India, Indonesia and Singapore, with a combined population footprint of over 1.7 billion people.
For more information, visit hooq.tv/ph
Documentary on Gina Lopez' "Genuine Love for Filipinos, The Philippines, and God" Now Available on IWant and ABS-CBN News YouTube
Through the documentary “Genuine Love,” people learned more about Gina Lopez’s love for children, people, our nation, and the environment, which she expressed through projects and campaigns. She was the driving force behind iconic educational shows for the youth like “Sineskwela,” “Hiraya Manawari,” and “Bayani,” which inspired love for learning and love for country among a generation of Filipinos.
Gina, the former chairperson of ABS-CBN Foundation, founded the first rescue hotline for abused children in the country Bantay Batay 163, environment movements Bantay Kalikasan, Save the La Mesa Watershed, Kapit Bisig Para Sa Ilog Pasig, and No to Mining in Palawan.
Netizens can now watch “Genuine Love,” the documentary on the life of service of former environment secretary on ABS-CBN News YouTube channel and on-demand on streaming service iWant.
Filipinos went to social media to express their admiration and gratitude for her. Produced by ABS-CBN DocuCentral, “Genuine Love” shows the different aspects of Gina’s life as told by her mother Conchita and siblings led by ABS-CBN chairman emeritus Eugenio “Gabby” Lopez III and Creative Programs Inc. president Ernie Lopez, and her past and present colleagues in the ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. (AFI) like former Bantay Bata 163 head Tina Monzon-Palma and current Bantay Kalikasan program director Jen Santos.
The piece, which sparked tributes to Gina from Filipinos online, first aired on ABS-CBN last August 25, six days after she passed away. It features photos from her youth and as a yoga missionary of Ananda Marga, news footages, and excerpts from her speeches and interviews as an anti-mining advocate, and secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. It also showed some parts of Gina’s last TV interview that aired in July, which showed her still full of life, hope, and love despite her health challenges.
Twitter user @djhamerabag called Gina “one of a kind” and praised her for leaving “the comforts of her home because of genuine service to humanity.”
Netizen @iamdinard also posted “Watching #GenuineLove, I couldn’t think of any other Filipino who has the same heart to serve as Gina Lopez. Gone too soon, Earth warrior!” Her words also ignited nationalism among the viewers.
Twitter user @champagnemiles also thanked her for “empowering the locals through their projects and promote eco-tourism” through her projects like ILove Foundation and “G Diaries,” while @NicaillTimbal and @reedtulio raved about her genuineness, passion, and selfless heart.
And like many others that watched the documentary, @stephanie_hazel was inspired to follow in Gina’s footsteps. She posted, “That passion, fire and selfless love. Not for money, not for fame. But, for the people, for the Filipinos, and especially, for God. GL, does not only stand for #GinaLopez but for #GenuineLove. I hope, someday, I’ll be closer to what she had been.”
Read more tributes and stories about Gina Lopez by searching the hashtags #GenuineLove and “MaramingSalamatGinaLopez.” Watch the ABS-CBN DocuCentral documentary on her life story “Genuine Love” on iwant.ph, the iWant App, skyondemand.com.ph, or on the ABS-CBN News YouTube channel.
For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter or visit www.abscbnpr.com.
September 2, 2019
Maymay Entrata and Edward Barber Team Up for Their First Major Concert “M.E. & U”
De-Aging Techniques Employed for the Young Losers in “IT Chapter Two”
ABS-CBN Honors Modern-Day Pinoy Heroes in 15th Gawad Geny Lopez Jr. Bayaning Pilipino Awards
Ansel Elgort Struggles with Loss, Guilt in “The Goldfinch”
Violeta Bayawa and Julius Cawaling Named Latest “Tawag Ng Tanghalan” Grand Finalists
Miss Universe Philippines Gazini Ganados Takes Over the Throne
August 31, 2019
Get Reel Mobile Shorts Film Festival 2019 Winners - Full List
Get Reel Mobile Shorts Film Festival 2019, a film festival presented by McJim Classic Leather, has chosen the winners from among seven incredibly inspiring, heart-rending, and relatable mobile shorts entries shot solely with smartphones. The use of a device that almost all Filipinos have access to levelled the playing field for aspiring filmmakers who were asked to share their stories depicting the modern Filipino gentleman and the values he holds dear.
Get Reel is understandably proud to have provided an avenue for such filmmakers who rose to the challenge and turned out truly remarkable and impressive works. The following winners were announced in an awards ceremony held last August 30 at Cinema 1, Fisher Mall.
Talon’s Walang Hanggang Ligaya Sa Una Mong Ngiti won the grand prize for the festival, the McJim Prize for Best Mobile Short Film, winning P50,000.
The said film also bagged Best Director for Dylan Ray Talon, worth P25,000, and Best in Cinematography, worth P10,000.
Meanwhile, May Love Life Na Si Pepito Jr. by Golla won Best Screenplay and Best Comedy, with prizes worth P20,000 and P25,00 respectively.
Mark Jason Sucgang’s Pitaka won P25,000 for the Get Reel Viral Shorts Award; John Carlo Balasbas Tarobal’s Champion won P10,000 for Best Inspirational Story; and Roy Robert Rusiana’s Kabilin bagged P25,000 for Best Drama.
The judges also gave acting citations to actors and actresses in the film for their noteworthy performances.
The brand has garnered recognition in international film festivals for viral and unforgettable short films like Bag, Sinturon and Pitaka, which were created and produced in collaboration with award-winning filmmaker Chris Cahilig, Get Reel Mobile Shorts Film festival’s director.
With intent to affirm the uniqueness of Filipino artistry and excellence before a global audience, McJim continues to innovate through efforts such as the Get Reel Mobile Shorts Festival, which showcases the very same values that the brand pursues when creating McJim products.
Closer to home, however, the brand believes that it can prove to Filipinos that local products are of world-class quality and that Filipino values are truly worth emulating.
All film genres were allowed in the mobile shorts film festival, as long as McJim leather products like bags, belts, and wallets were used as organic parts of the narratives.
Winning entries will be uploaded in the official McJim Classic Leather Facebook page.
August 28, 2019
Cetaphil and Watsons Launch National Healthy Skin Mission
Does your face feel hydrated and well moisturized?
If you answered yes to all four, then you have healthy skin, the four components of which are eveness, smooth texture, hydration, and normal sensations.
You may have skin that looks beautiful and glowing but it is not necessarily healthy.
Cetaphil, the most prescribed skin care brand by dermatologists in the Philippines recently launched National Healthy Skin Mission, an educational campaign that aims to educate Filipinos on how to achieve healthy skin.
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser is the most iconic product of Cetaphil. It is fragrance-free, has a pH level of 5.5 and is even gentler than water. It is the gentlest cleanser you can use on your skin, whatever your skin type and concern.
The Cetaphil routine is simple but effective and includes three steps: Cleanse, Moisturize and Protect.
August 26, 2019
Viva International Pictures Brings “Angel Has Fallen” in PH Cinemas; Now Showing Nationwide
August 25, 2019
ABS-CBN Remembers Gina Lopez in the “Genuine Love” Documentary this Sunday at 1045am and 9pm
August 21, 2019
Mayonnaise to Stage a Sequel to Their Sold-Out “Akalain Mo ‘Yun” this September 7 at Music Museum
Mayonnaise returns to the big stage for the second run of the sold-out show, "Akalain Mo 'Yun," after the tremendous success of their first major concert.
The acclaimed pop-rock band promises to take the sequel to a more exciting direction with new music arrangements, special collaborations, and engaging production values that will leave the audience wanting for more.
"We're always willing to take up the challenge of not repeating ourselves," lead singer and guitarist Monty Macalino said. "Expect the second run to be more open to musical possibilities. We're also excited to work with some of our esteemed peers in the local music scene."
For the second time, Mayonnaise is slated to perform their greatest hits and rarities with support by The Manila String Machine—a musical ensemble known for their captivating, string-laden performances and mood-setting soundscapes.
The "Tayo Na Lang Dalawa" hitmakers will also be joined by a stellar batch of guests, including alternative rock icons Barbie Almalbis, Champ Lui Pio of Hale, and I Belong To The Zoo.
Produced by One Music PH and Gabi Na Naman Productions, and in partnership with Mango Mama, Mayonnaise's sophomore concert happens on September 7 (Saturday), 7:30pm at the Music Museum.
One Music is one of the digital initiatives of ABS-CBN, the Philippines' leading media and entertainment company, which is rapidly transitioning into an agile digital company with the biggest online presence among all media companies and a growing list of digital properties.
Grab your tickets via bit.ly/AkalainMoYun2019 and ktx.abs-cbn.com. You may also contact Music Museum at 7210635 or 7216726. For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom.
ABS-CBN Content Will Soon Be Available to LRT and MRT Commuters via ‘Tube’
ABS-CBN, the country's leading media and entertainment company, will soon provide quality content, including the latest news updates and short, entertaining videos to 1.3 million Filipino LRT and MRT commuters daily as it inked a deal with international media and marketing company PHAR Partnership Inc. through Manila's first in-train TV network, TUBE.
TUBE is a real-time passenger information system which has been patented in the Philippines and approved by the Department of Transportation. It employs a GPS/location-based system fortified with a CCTV that keeps passengers posted on what the next train station is, and whether there are any emergencies or interruptions during the trip.
With over 1,000 screens installed across the LRT and MRT train lines, the platform also engages the commuting public by offering news, weather reminders, traffic updates and short videos that enhances regular travelling experience.
Signing the partnership ABS-CBN's Creative Programs, Inc. (CPI) head Paolo Pineda, CPI senior finance officer Carmelita Ramos and CPI finance operations head Cat Lopez, PHAR Partnership Inc.'s general manager for commercial Maria Thessa M. Verano and finance controller Christian Alfonso.
The partnership is consistent with the company's continuing efforts to venture into groundbreaking new channels for convenient media consumption of Filipinos across the country.
For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom and@tubemnl on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
August 19, 2019
“The Killer Bride” Records High Pilot Ratings
ABS-CBN's newest teleserye "The Killer Bride" became an instant hit as more Filipinos tuned in to its pilot episode and witnessed the passionate yet tragic love story of Camila (Maja Salvador) and Vito (Geoff Eigenmann) last Monday (August 12).
It recorded a national TV rating of 23.1%, compared to its rival show "Love You Two"'s 10.1%, according to data from Kantar Media. The show was also a hit online as it's official hashtag #TheKillerBrideFirstDance topped the list of trending topics on Twitter.
From being perfect, Camila's world turned upside down as she was found guilty for killing the brother of her fiancé Vito, ultimately dying as the jail she was in was destroyed by fire, separating her from her child.
But a a new chapter in the lives of people in Las Espadas will open with the arrival of Emma (Janella Salvador), the woman who will remind everyone about the killer bride's sworn vengeance.
Netizens aired their excitement online and were all praises for the lead stars of the new primetime series.
"My gosh! Maja Salvador's acting was beyond amazing! She's a topnotch phenomenal actress when it comes to drama. That was just only the pilot episode yet she already served," @coffeeholic16 tweeted.
"It was only the first episode and my tears are already flowing. Maja is brilliant, and Geoff plays such characters really well," said another Twitter user @ShielaLaLa02.
"Just watched the pilot episode of #TheKillerBride on @iwant and it was so good. Maja and Geoff also have a strong chemistry. It was a powerful cast. Congrats @ABSCBN," said netizen @Dkenangeles.
Tune in to "The Killer Bride," weeknight on ABS-CBN. For more updates, follow ABS-CBN PR on Facebook (fb.com/abscbnpr), Twitter (@abscbnpr), and Instagram (@abscbnpr).