“Wansapanataym: Candy's Crush” is the only PH Program Nominated at International Emmy Kids Awards

“Wansapanataym,” a TV series that imparts valuable lessons and promotes good values to viewers, bagged a nomination for best TV movie/mini-series category in the 2017 International Emmy Kids Awards and the only Philippine TV show that made it to the prestigious award-giving body.

The show earned its nomination for its “Candy’s Crush” episode, which starred Loisa Andalio and Jerome Ponce. It revolved around the life of Candy (Loisa), a young lady who got punished after using a magic potion to make the campus heartthrob Paolo (Jerome) fall in love with her. It was directed by Andoy Ranay and aired in June 2016.

It will be competing against Netherlands’ “Alleen op de Wereld (Nobody's Boy),” United Kingdom’s “Hank Zipzer's Christmas Catastrophe,” and Australia’s “Little Lunch.” The awards show will take place on April 18, 2018.

Aside from “Wansapantaym,” “TV Patrol” also received a nomination and finished as a finalist at the 2017 International Emmy Awards for news and current affairs last October 5.

Kapamilya actor Zanjoe Marudo was also recently nominated at the award-giving body in the top male acting honor category for his notable performance in “MMK,” where he portrayed a father who single-handedly raised his child while living inside a cave.

ABS-CBN previously scored International Emmy Awards nominations for Jodi Sta. Maria (“Pangako Sa ‘Yo”) and “Bridges of Love” in 2016, “Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Impostor” (Best Telenovela) in 2011, “Dahil May Isang Ikaw” (Best Telenovela) and Sid Lucero in “Dahil May Isang Ikaw” (Best Actor) in 2010, and “Kahit Isang Saglit” (Best Telenovela) and Angel Locsin in “Lobo” (Best Actress) in 2009.

It is also not the first time that ABS-CBN bagged a nomination in the news category. In 2011, “TV Patrol” received its first Emmy medal for its coverage of the Luneta hostage crisis in August 2010. Its weekend edition was also nominated in 2013 for its coverage during the super typhoon Haiyan.

Another ABS-CBN news and current affairs program, “Bandila” nabbed the Philippine’s first nomination in International Emmys for its report on the Subic rape case in 2006.

Meanwhile, “Wansapanataym” continues to bring values-laden stories with its current series “Louie’s Biton.” After experiencing the life of his idol Ralph (Aljur Abrenica) with the help of the magic shoe shiner, Louie (Grae Fernandez) now takes on the life of Melissa (Louise Delos Reyes) to fix the mistakes he made using her body.

Will Louie succeed with his plans now that he is on Melissa’s body?

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

By: JENG On 10/19/2017 11:57:00 AM

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Meet and Mingle with Social Media Stars at “SKY Bloggers Live!” at Trinoma on October 22

Bloggers go from online to on-ground as SKY Life, SKY’s lifestyle rewards program for loyal subscribers, brings together the most-followed lifestyle bloggers and their followers in an interactive meet and greet event, “SKY Bloggers Live!” on October 22 from 11 AM to 7 PM at the Trinoma Activity Center.

The event will bring leading beauty, fashion, travel, fitness, food, and entertainment bloggers Say Tioco, Camille Co, Pinoy Fitness, Eatsplorations, and Kyle Echarri together, to give their followers a chance to interact with them not just online, but in person. The event will also give participants a chance to produce their own fun content.

Attendees are in for interactive activities, talks, games, performances, and activity hubs that cover topics the bloggers advocate. At each hub, they’ll get to meet and mingle with the bloggers of each category while vying to win various prizes.

At the Trip Book hub, fashion and travel Blogger Camille Co will talk fashion and travel, while helping participants learn to achieve the perfect travel photos. At the Beauty Snap hub, beauty vlogger Say Tioco will share her beauty and skin care tips live to her audience. At Fit to Tweet, participants can join fitness website founders of Pinoy Fitness in physical challenges that entail capturing exercises creatively on Boomerang.

Meanwhile, U-Tune puts the spotlight on participants while they sing a virtual duet with their favorite Youtuber, while Insta-Yum helps aspiring food bloggers improve their flatlay game. As participants join the games, they must share their posts with the hashtag #SKYBloggersLive for a chance to be chosen as a challenge winner.

Aside from the fun activities, hosts Janeena Chan and Kyle Ortega will be there to make the event even more fun and interactive. Participants can also look forward to raffle prizes and fun, on-stage games. The event is open to the public, but subscribers can pre-register for VIP access. To know more, go to www.mysky.ph/bloggerslive or the event page here.

SKY Life regularly treats loyal subscribers with experiential lifestyle rewards. In 2016 it held a series of activities for families including, “SKYLife Adventure Down Under” which flew subscribers to Australia, “SKYLife DIY City,” which brought families together and gave kids a chance to create their own stories and make believe cities, and “SKYLife Adventure Rush Dude’s Day Out,” the first ever men’s adventure and lifestyle fair in the metro, which included everything from cars and collections to grooming and sports, engaging men of all ages. The most recent event was “SKYLife Project Best You” in August, where families were treated to a weekend of bonding, fun, and values-filled activities.

By: JENG On 10/19/2017 11:46:00 AM

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Meet the Iconic DC All-Stars in "Justice League"

After fighting side-by-side across decades of comics, the iconic DC all-stars are going all in to save the world in their first-ever big-screen team-up, Warner Bros. Pictures’ epic action adventure Justice League, hitting Philippine cinemas November 16.

Fueled by his restored faith in humanity and inspired by Superman’s selfless act, Bruce Wayne enlists the help of his newfound ally, Diana Prince, to face an even greater enemy. Together, Batman and Wonder Woman work quickly to find and recruit a team of metahumans to stand against this newly awakened threat. But despite the formation of this unprecedented league of heroes—Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, The Flash and Cyborg—it may already be too late to save the planet from an assault of catastrophic proportions.

Justice League is directed by Zack Snyder from a screenplay by Chris Terrio and Joss Whedon, story by Chris Terrio & Zack Snyder, based on characters from DC, Superman created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. The film’s producers are Charles Roven, Deborah Snyder, Jon Berg and Geoff Johns, with executive producers Jim Rowe, Wesley Coller, Curtis Kanemoto, Chris Terrio and Ben Affleck.

Conceived by comic book writer Gardner Fox and artist Mike Sekowsky, the original incarnation of DC’s legendary League of Heroes – the Justice League of America – teamed up for the first time in 1960 on the pages of The Brave and the Bold #28.

MEET THE LEAGUE...

Batman / Bruce Wayne (Ben Affleck). Inspired by Superman’s sacrifice, the billionaire detective is putting together a team of Super Heroes to combat a force threatening the entire planet. For the first time, Batman understands that he, alone, cannot save the world.

Wonder Woman / Diana Prince (Gal Gadot). The world’s first and foremost female Super Hero, Wonder Woman embodies the unrivaled force and grace of a born warrior with the genuine compassion of a true humanitarian. The first to joinBruce Wayne’s team, Diana’s natural confidence and unmistakable intelligence make her an indispensable ally.

Aquaman / Arthur Curry (Jason Momoa). Half-human, half-Atlantean, Arthur Curry is an outsider who does not feel at home on the Earth’s surface or under the sea. That is, until the world is threatened and he joins Batman’s newly assembled team of heroes.

The Flash / Barry Allen (Ezra Miller). Barry Allen is an excessively energetic student attending Central City College, where he studies criminal justice with the hope of one day freeing his incarcerated father. More than eager to team up with crime fighting icon Batman, Barry’s remarkably quick wit is surpassed only by his ability to move at hyper-speed.

Cyborg / Victor Stone (Ray Fisher). Part man, part machine, Victor Stone is a former star athlete at Gotham City University. After a horrific accident nearly cost him his life, he was saved when his father, scientist Silas Stone, used alien technology to reconstruct his body. In the process, Silas turned Victor into a human computer, organic with biomechatronic body parts. In other words, a Cyborg.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents an Atlas Entertainment/Cruel and Unusual Production, a Zack Snyder Film, Justice League. The film will be released in 3D and 2D in select theaters and IMAX worldwide beginning November 16, 2017, by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company. justiceleaguethemovie.net

By: JENG On 10/19/2017 11:43:00 AM

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Kiddie TV Treats Abount this October with #FREESKYCHANNELS

A bounty of treats awaits kids and the kids-at-heart from October 19 to November 5, just in time for Halloween as SKY opens its most child-friendly shows via the #Freeskychannels offer.

There’s something to watch for children of all ages, from “My Little Pony” to “Spongebob Squarepants,” “Teen Titans Go,” and “Justice League Action.”

Twilight Sparkle is the smartest pony in Equestria but she does not have any friends so she is sent to Ponyville to learn about it. Together with ponies Fluttershy, Applejack, Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Pinkie Pie, Twilight Sparkle will find out what friendship means, and that magic is stronger with friends. “My Little Pony” airs weekdays at 7:30 AM on Boomerang.

Meanwhile, Spongebob Squarepants and the gang must save Bikini Bottom from a ghoulish Halloween care of the Flying Dutchman in “Spongebob: The Legend of Bikini Bottom.” Watch this stop motion special on October 31, Halloween at 1:30 PM on Nickelodeon.

Robin, Starfire, Cyborg, Raven, and Beast Boy, aren’t just superheroes, they’re also teenagers. “Teen Titans Go” follows their adventures in puberty, living with each other, and the occasional crime fighting. Catch them on weekdays at 5:15 PM on Cartoon Network.

On the other hand, “Justice League Action” is about just that, action. It’s Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and a rotating cast of Justice League members making sure the world stays safe from evildoers. This animated series also features an amazing cast of voice actors including Mark Hamill as the Joker. It’s on from Monday through Friday at 6 PM on Toonami.

Also, watch out for Ceebebies’ “Charlie and Lola” and “Kino’s Journey – The Beautiful World” animated Series on Animax. There’s also “Konusuba” season 2 to look out for on Hero.

These shows and so much more are available for viewing through #FREESKYCHANNELS from October 19 to November 5.There’s no need to register for anything. Just switch on the TV and start tuning in.

Visit www.mysky.com.ph/freeskychannels, call 381-0000 or your local SKY office for more information.

By: JENG On 10/19/2017 11:40:00 AM

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PUSH AWARDS 2017 Winners: KathNiel, MayWard, Liza Soberano, Sarah Geronimo

Liza Soberano and Karla Estrada shone the brightest at this year’s Push Awards as they bagged three awards each, making them the most awarded online personalities in the digital media event held on the online show “ASAP Chillout” on Sunday (October 15).

Out of four nominations, Liza won three, including Push Female Celebrity, Push Female Movie Performance of the Year for “My Ex and Whys,” and Push Female TV Performance of the Year for “Dolce Amore.”

Karla, meanwhile, triumphed in all of her categories, namely the Push Celebrity Host of the Year, Celebrity Foodie of the Year #FoodGoals, and Celebrity Family of the Year #FamilyGoals.

Daniel Padilla was also named the Push Male Celebrity and won the Push Male Movie Performance of the Year for “Barcelona,” while Edward Barber was recognized as the Push Newcomer.

The tandem of Edward and Maymay Entrata, meanwhile, enjoyed a breakout win as the Push Group/Tandem. Their fans, the MayWards, also captured the Ultimate Fan Award for posting the highest number of tweets among all fan clubs during the seven-week voting period.

The winners of the Push performance categories were determined by the combined online fan votes and judges’ scores, which accounted for 30% and 70% of the total scores, respectively. Meanwhile all the winners in the Push Personality and Push Goals categories were purely based on the number of online fan votes.

For three consecutive years, ABS-CBN’s entertainment website PUSH.com.ph has organized the Push Awards, which successfully brought together the biggest stars and the biggest fandoms in one stage to recognize them for their exceptional influence in the digital world and empower and engage fans through active digital participation.

It 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.

Here is the complete list of winners at the third Push Awards, also found on pushawards.com:

Push Personality Awards
Push Male Celebrity: Daniel Padilla
Push Female Celebrity: Liza Soberano
Push Group/Tandem: MayWard
Push Newcomer: Edward Barber
Push Music Personality: Sarah Geronimo
Push Sports Personality: Alyssa Valdez
Push Radio Personality: DJ Jhai Ho
Push Adober Personality: Kristel Fulgar
 
Push Performance Awards
Push Male TV Performance of the Year: Coco Martin (FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano”)
Push Female TV Performance of the Year: Liza Soberano (“Dolce Amore”)
Push Male Movie Performance of the Year: Daniel Padilla (“Barcelona”)
Push Female Movie Performance of the Year: Liza Soberano (My Ex and Whys”)
Push Celebrity Host of the Year: Karla Estrada
Push Song Cover of the Year: Morissette Amon (“Stone Cold”)
Push Dance Cover of the Year: Yassi and Issa Pressman (“Shape of You”)

Push Goals Awards
Push Celebrity Traveler of the Year Award #TravelGoals: Anne Curtis
Push Celebrity Foodie of the Year #FoodGoals: Karla Estrada
Push Celebrity Fitspiration of the Year #FitnessGoals: Kim Chiu
Push Celebrity Fashionista of the Year #OOTDGoals: Elisse Joson
Push Celebrity Family of the Year #FamilyGoals: Karla Estrada
Push Celebrity Baby of the Year #BabyGoals” Seve Soriano

Push Ultimate Fan Award: MayWards

Vivo Personality of the Year (Special Award): Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla

By: JENG On 10/16/2017 11:50:00 PM

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Nicole Scherzinger Walks Out After Pinoy Boyband JBK Failed to Enter the X Factor UK Judges' House Round

JBK, a trio composed of Joshua Bulot, Bryan del Rosario, and Kim Lawrenz Ordonio, is the first Filipino boyband who made it to the show.

During their room auditions, the judges were all impressed not only with their vocals but also with their dedication flying all the way from the Philippines.

The boyband’s cheesy rendition of “I’ll Make Love To You” was well received by the audience and the judges, especially when the high notes were hit on spot.

“Wow, guys! You’ve got a great reaction on that song, your vocals are great, I just think it’s a no-brainer with you guys.” Said judge Sharon Osbourne after the group’s performance.

Nicole Scherzinger gave nothing but praises to the group. “JBK, I’m so proud of you boys, my Filipino brothers up there! I’m proud that you flew all the way from the Philippines ‘coz you are not flying back home!”

The crowd then chanted for Simon Cowell to give the group a seat.

Before Simon made a decision, judge Louis Walsh told him that the group absolutely deserve a seat.

To which he responded that he made up his mind. “You are not gonna be disappointed, you’re gonna have a seat!”

The trio, who was anxiously waiting for Simon’s decision, curled up in great shock and was almost in tears after hearing what he said. Judges Louis and Nicole were both very happy with them getting a seat. The duo Afro Swagg was asked to give up their seat for JBK.

Later on, Simon asked JBK and girl group Lemonade for a sing-off, which was apparent that Nicole Scherzinger was against.

After the JBK’s performance of “I Can Love You Like That”, originally by the group All-4-One,  they received a standing ovation from Nicole, Sharon and Louis. Even after the Lemonade’s performance, Louis Walsh kept on telling Simon to pick the boys. “JBK, they have to go through!” he added.

After choosing the girl group Lemonade, the crowd booed Simon Cowell, and Nicole Scherzinger stood up from her seat, walked out, and told him not to talk to her.

The X Factor UK airs first and exclusive on RTL CBS Entertainment same day as the UK on Sundays and Mondays at 10:30am with primetime encores Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays at 9:00pm. 

RTL CBS Entertainment is available on SKYcable channels 53(SD) and 196(HD), SKYdirect channel 35, Destiny Cable channel 53, and Cablelink channels 37(SD) and 313(HD).

By: JENG On 10/16/2017 11:45:00 PM

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Enchong Dee Reveals His Latest Cravings - PERI-PERI CHARCOAL CHICKEN AND SAUCE BAR

Homegrown restaurant Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar, known for its flavorful charcoal-grilled Chicken and its signature sauces, now has a brand endorser in the person of actor and young entrepreneur,  Enchong Dee.

The restaurant recently launched a series of advertisements featuring Enchong enjoying the vibrance of the Peri-Peri cuisine and grooving to the festive moves of the Peri Peri Chicken Dance.

 

Bryan C. Tiu, President and CEO of Ifoods Group, mother company of Peri Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar, said that the actor was chosen as the face of the restaurant because of  his “youthful energy and fun personality that match the upbeat energy and vibe of Peri-Peri as a brand.”

The actor also happens to be a Peri-Peri Happy Franchisee of UP Town Center, SM Megamall, and Marquee Mall, Pampanga Peri-Peri branches.

As the purveyor of the spitfire-grilled Chicken experience, Peri-Peri is likewise set to amaze more taste buds as it introduces new items to its already vibrant menu. More than forty new dishes were added to their menu, spicing up and bringing in more flavours from South America. While the dishes are inspired by international culture, they are localized to appeal to the Filipino taste.

The restaurant also kicked into high gear as it continues to expand and make the Peri-Peri dining experience more accessible to its growing market.   To reinforce its presence, Peri-Peri plans to open more stores in the coming months in Ayala Feliz, Marikina; SM Marikina, Evia Lifestyle Center, Las Piñas; Okada Manila; Robinsons Manila; Brittany Square, Fairview; Robinsons Magnolia; and Resorts World Manila among others.

 

Currently, the restaurant has 16 branches in and outside the Metro. Peri Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar is in Nuvali Solenad 3, Alabang Town Center, Mc Kinley Venice Piazza, Uptown Mall BGC, Greenbelt 3, Eastwood Mall, Capitol Commons, Megamall B, Promenade Greenhills, Gateway Araneta Center, UP Town Center Katipunan, Trinoma Mall, Ayala Marquee Mall, SM City Bacolod, Meerea High Street Mandaue Cebu and soon to re-locate its branch in Myanmar.

For Franchising inquiries, Contact Peri-Peri’s marketing arm, BrandAction Inc, at 09055158463 or 807-0399. 

For more updates, follow Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken on facebook.com/peripericharcoalchicken and instagram.com/pericharcoalph.

By: JENG On 10/16/2017 11:25:00 PM

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