Jasmine Curtis-Smith - Meg Magazine February 2012 Cover

By zeaven28 | Pinoy Showbiz Surfer

TV 5 Leading Lady Jasmine Curtis-Smith is on the cover of Meg Magazine February 2012 issue.

The 17-year old sister of Anne Curtis will star in Kapatid Network’s upcoming primetime series entitled “Nandito Ako” with Eula Caballero and American Idol alumnus David Archuleta. Lately, they were having a series of mall tours nationwide to promote their huge TV project.

Jasmine’s latest TV Commercial with sister Anne was already released. According to her elder sister, it’s their very first TVC together. Have you seen it already?

Marco Alcaraz converts to Christianity for Lara Quigaman

By Walden Martinez Belen | Yahoo! Southeast Asia Newsroom

Unlike the title of his new soap opera “Broken Vow,” Marco Alcaraz's three-year relationship with Precious Lara Quigaman is solid. They are set to exchange wedding vows this October.

They plan to have their dream wedding in a beach resort. Marco said they have found the perfect beach resort venue for their wedding in Nasugbu, Batangas.

“Maraming nagsasabing unbelievable na magpapakasal na ako. Pero sabi ko sa sarili ko na nang nakita ko yung babaeng gusto kong makasama habang buhay, bakit pa ako pipili ng iba?” Marco intimated.
He added that Lara was his long-time crush even before he courted her. He'd always watch her when she hosted “Wowowee” and “That's My Doc.”

Blessed and happy

“Sobrang blessed and happy ako. Hindi lang siya beauty queen, mabait pa at sobrang alaga ako,” shared Marco.

They don’t plan to have child right after they get married. According to Marco, they want to enjoy each other’s company first. At the same time, they would save up money for their future child.
“Siyempre we want the best for our babies,” commented Marco.

Showbiz is a realm where relationship mortality is high, but Marco and Lara are keeping theirs alive and healthy. He said that the fact that they’re working in different TV networks is helping them as a couple. Another important ingredient is their utmost support for each other's careers.

“Nagtutulungan kami to bring out the best in both of us. At the same time, si Lara rin ang naglapit sa akin kay Lord. Every Sunday nakaka-pagsimba na ako. Nag-convert ako para sa kanya and part na ako ng No Walls Church,” Marco revealed.

Will he still accept “sexy roles” when he is already married?

“Kung kailangan sa role or character pwede pa rin. Hindi naman selosa si Lara basta nasa lugar lang at hindi sa mga babaeng pinagseselosan ni Lara,” he repliec.

Marco plays a police officer for the first time in “Broken Vow.” Starring Bianca King, Luis Alandy, Rochelle Pangilinan and Gabby Eigenmann, the afternoon-prime series is a GMA 7 original written by Dode Cruz and directed by Gil Tejada Jr.

Katatakutan at Kababalaghan, Magpaparamdam na Ngayong Feb 4

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Magsisimula na ang katatakutan at kababalaghan ngayong Sabado (Feb 4) dahil magpaparamdam na ang kampon ng kasamaang susupilin ng limang kabataan sa pinakabagong handog ng ABS-CBN tuwing weekend, ang “Oka2kat.”

Hango mula sa sikat na 90’s series na may katulad na pamagat, ang “Oka2kat” ay kinatatampukan ng lima sa tween actors at actresses na dapat pakaabangan ngayong 2012 — Paul Salas, Makisig Morales, Sue Anna Ramirez, Jane Oineza, at Joshua Colet.

Dahil sa laging inaapi sa eskwelahan sa siyudad kung kaya’t nagpasya ang ina ni Andrew (Paul Salas) na patirahin siya sa Pueblo Peligro kasama ng lolo niya. Sa loob ng kanilang bahay, isang museo na pag-aari ng pamilya nila ang matatagpuan kung saan binabantayan at itinatago ng matanda ang ilang mga isinumpang kagamitan.

Agad na nakuha ng naturang mga gamit ang interes ni Andrew ngunit bago niya pa man mas lubusang makilatis ang mga ito ay ninakaw ito sa kanila ng mga masasamang loob na siya ring kumitil sa buhay ng kanyang lolo.

Para maipaghiganti ang pagkamatay ng kanyang lolo, babawiin ni Andrew ang mga ninakaw na antigong gamit. Kasama ang mga bagong kaibigang sina Neil (Makisig Morales), Luna (Sue Anna Ramirez), Princess (Jane Oineza), and Joey (Joshua Colet), sasabak si Andrew sa isang matindi at di-malilimutang adventure kung saan maaring manganib ang kanyang buhay.

Kasama rin sa cast ng ”Oka2kat” sina Dimples Romana, Janus Del Prado, DJ Durano, Nanding Josef, at Perla Bautista sa ilalim ng direksyon nina Theodore Boborol at Neal Del Rosario.

Magpaparamdan na ang ”Oka2kat” simula ngayong Sabado (Feb 4), 4:00 PM pagkatapos ng ”Showbiz Inside Report” sa ABS-CBN.

KC Concepcion Like You've Never Seen Her Before (Photos)

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KC Concepcion Like You've Never Seen Her Before (Photos)

Ever wonder what KC Concepcion still has to offer inside the latest issue of now "talk-of-the-town" Rogue Magazine?

Take a peek at photos below:

Want more? Buy Rogue Magazine January-February 2012 issue out now at your favorite magazine stands and selected supermarkets and bookstores nationwide.

Oyo talks about fatherhood

By Chuck Smith | Yahoo! Southeast Asia Newsroom

“Ang sarap, sarap. Iba yung feeling. Sobrang ibang-iba.”

That’s what Oyo Sotto said during the launch Jan. 20 of TV5’s new soap, “Valiente,” when the media asked him about how it was to be a new dad.

Oyo’s wife, actress Kristine Hermosa, gave birth to their first child, Ondrea Bliss, last December.

He seemed surprised to discover that “talagang iniisip mo na yung asawa mo, yung anak mo.”

Oyo narrated, “Kung ano gagawin mo bukas, ano ipapakain mo sa kanila, saan mo sila ipag-aaral—ang dami mong iniiisip talaga.”

While Oyo said he does his share in taking care of their baby daughter, he gives props to his wife.

Kristine exclusively breastfeeding

“Si Tin kasi, exclusively breastfeeding talaga. I give all the credit to Kristine talaga. Kasi minsan, hindi ako nagigising e. Siya talaga yung nagpapagod.”

As for adjustments he had to make as a father, Oyo shared this example: “Kung nung dati, late akong gumigising, okay lang. Tapos any time gusto kong lumabas, okay lang, walang problema. Ngayon hindi na, e. Ngayon kailangang itanong muna kung pwedeng lumabas.”

Does his wife have plans to return to showbiz?

“Gusto nya talagang bumalik,” Oyo said. “Napag-usapan naman namin bago pa kami ikasal na kung sakaling may anak na kami, kung gusto niyang bumalik okay lang.”

He says that they are considering having another child in two in two to three years.

On dad Vic: ‘We don’t talk about issues’

In previous interviews with the press, Oyo has said that he does not approve of his father Vic Sotto and “Eat Bulaga” co-host Pauleen Luna’s rumored relationship.

Has Vic talked to him about this issue?

“Kami ni Daddy, hindi namin pinag-uusapan. Wala naman sa amin y’un. Siyempre, marami talagang issue kung marami pero sa pag sa loob ng family, hindi na namin pinag-uusapan,” he explained.

Oyo revealed that Vic has yet to introduce Pauleen as his girlfriend. Neither has he tried to confirm if the rumors are true.

“Pag may mga issue kay Daddy, ayaw talaga naming mangialam sa kanya. Gan’un din naman si Daddy sa amin. Never naman siya nangialam,” he explained. “Ako basta, si Daddy, kung masaya siya, alam na niya yun. Malaki na siya.”

‘Grudging’ acceptance of Pauleen?

Would he accept Pauleen if his dad confirms their relationship?

“Kailangan natin tanggapin. Kasi ang puno’t dulo pa rin niyan, tatay ko pa rin siya. Hindi ko matatanggal na maging tatay siya,” Oyo said.

The 28-year-old actor added, “Sa akin, sa tingin ko, hindi naman sa edad, pero kung mapapakisamahan mo naman yung tao, kung kaya mong tanggapin yung tao, okay lang.”

What should a girlfriend of his father do to gain his approval?

Oyo replied, “Sa akin naman walang dapat patunayan. Kung meron akong gustong makasama ni daddy habang-buhay, siguro yung kaya siyang alagaan. Yung talagang kahit sobrang tanda na ni daddy, yung tipong 80, 90 na siya, andun pa rin yung babae sa tabi niya, minamahal sya, inaalagaan sya,” Oyo explained.

“Valiente” will premiere February 13 on TV5.

Love, Betrayal and Revenge Take Centerstage in 'BROKEN VOW'

GMA-7 fires up its afternoon prime block with its initial drama offering for 2012 featuring the stellar performances of the network's prime stars via BROKEN VOW.

Premiering February 6, Broken Vow brings to afternoon viewers the tremendous dramatic talents of - Bianca King as Melissa Santiago, a simple provincial lass about to marry her life-long sweetheart, Gabby Eigenmann as Roberto Sebastian, a budding politician destined to marry the woman of his dreams, Luis Alandy as Felix Rastro, the guy who will help Melissa survive her horrific ordeal, Rochelle Pangilinan as Rebecca Sta. Maria, the scorned ex-girlfriend of Roberto who will do anything to win him back, - as they headline the newest Kapuso drama about love, treachery, sacrifice, and vengeance.

Completing the powerhouse cast are Marco Alcaraz as  Police Officer Michael Pascual, the  investigator in charge of the crime  committed to Melissa , Juan Rodrigo as Mayor Lucio Sebastian, Roberto's kind-hearted father, Carmi Martin as Rosanna, Roberto's scheming mother, Matet de Leon as Amy, Melissa's loyal bestfriend, Jace Flores as Kenneth, Felix's trusted friend, Pancho Magno as Rico, Roberto's confidant, Lou Sison as Sheila, Rebecca's bestfriend who will become Mayor Sebastian's mistress, Melissa Mendez as Amor, Melissa's doting mother, Kryshee Grencia as Eva, Melissa's daughter and Ms. Celia Rodriguez as Doña Ofelia, Felix's authoritative  aunt.

The series tells the story of Melissa, an attractive and street-smart woman who becomes the apple of the eye of Roberto, a rich councilor who falls madly in love with the unpretentious probinsyana. Despite the extreme difference in their lifestyles, the two manage to keep their relationship strong and even plan to settle down together.

But the couple's fairytale romance is suddenly jeopardized when Melissa encounters a horrifying experience. One night on her way home from work, a group of men, abducts her. Held hostage at an unknown location, Melissa is brutally drugged and raped .To make matters even worse, she did not recognize the identity of her rapist.

News about Melissa's misfortune has spread like wildfire in their town and it dragged Roberto's family into an unpleasant scandal. In spite of the big controversy on his soon-to-be-wife, Roberto stands by Melissa and vows to marry her.

But on the eve of their wedding, Melissa collapses and Roberto discovers she is pregnant. Devastated upon learning the truth, Roberto changes his mind and dumps Melissa on the day of their wedding.
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Solenn Heussaff Returns to Survivor Philippines

Solenn Heussaff, known as Survivor Philippines’s Diwata ng Isla eases the tension in the island as she lives with the final five castaways in "Survivor Philippines Celebrity Doubles Showdown."

"Survivor Philippines" season 4 final five castaways namely KC Montero, Maey Bautista, Stef Prescott, Mara Yokohama and Betong Sumaya were surprised to see the gorgeous half-French, half-Filipina Solenn on the island last Friday night.

The castaways were also astonished when Solenn announced that she would sleep over in the island! Solenn also revealed that she would have a one on one conversation with the castaways.
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Pilot Episode ng 'Mundo Man ay Magunaw,' Wagi sa National TV Ratings

Mistulang bagong ‘putahe’ na bumenta sa panlasa ng publiko ang tagumpay na nakamit kamakailan ng “Mundo Man ay Magunaw,” ang kauna-unahang locally produced drama ng ABS-CBN sa noontime slot. Ayon sa Kantar Media, humataw noong Lunes (Enero 30) ang pilot episode nito ng 15.9% national TV rating kumpara sa 14.8% na nakuha ng katapat nitong programa sa GMA na “Chef Boy Logro Kusina Master.” Patuloy na sundan sa "Mundo Man ay Magunaw" ang kuwento ni Olivia (Jodi Sta. Maria/Eula Valdes) at ng kanyang mga anak na sina Sheryl (Empress) at Jennifer (Nikki Gil) at kung paano sila pinag-ugnay ng tadhana matapos ang 20 taon na pagkakawalay. Huwag palampasin ang “Mundo Man ay Magunaw,” araw-araw, 11:30 ng tanghali, sa ABS-CBN. Para sa karagdagang impormasyon, mag-log on sa www.abs-cbn.com, sundan ang @abscbndotcom sa Twitter, o i-‘like’ ang facebook fanpage ng show na http://www.facebook.com/mundomanaymagunaw.
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Sam Milby and Jessy Mendiola Together in ‘MMK’

Before he finally flies to the US to pursue his ‘Hollywood dream,’ Sam Milby delights his fans with a special “Maalaala Mo Kaya” episode this Saturday, February 4, where he will co-star with Jessy Mendiola.

Milby and Mendiola will portray the roles of Nono and Joie, bestfriends who eventually became lovers. But their happiness will be cut short when both their parents did not support their relationship. But Nono stepped out and proved his love for Joie, making Joie faced her fear and believed with everything Nono had promised.

Also starring in the MMK episode are Mickey Ferriols, Lito Pimintel, Aldred Gatchalian, Lauren Uy, Beauty Gonzales, Hiyasmin Neri, Hermes Bautista, Gileth Sandico, and William Lorenzo. It was researched by Alex Martin, written by Joan Habana, and directed by Raz Dela Torre.
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'Showbiz Inside Report' nina Carmina, Janice, Joey, at Ogie, Mapapanood na Ngayong Sabado

Maghahatid na ng mga malalim, mabusisi, at mapusong showbiz balita, ang “Showbiz Inside Report,” ang pinakabagong talkshow ng ABS-CBN na magsisimula ngayong Sabado (Pebrero 4) tampok ang bagong kombinasyon ng mga host na kabibilangan ng original Kapamilya star na si Carmina Villaroel, multi-awarded TV host-actress Janice de Belen, actor-politician Joey Marquez, at ‘blind item’ king Ogie Diaz.

Kaiba sa nakasanayang showbiz-oriented TV programs, hindi lamang simpleng silip sa isyu ang handog ng "S.I.R.” sa mga manonood, kundi mga malalimang pagkilala at pagtalakay sa mga totoong tao sa loob ng mga pinakapinag-uusapang kuwentong tinututukan ng publiko.

Kapwa excited sina Janice at Carmina sa bago nilang talkshow. Ayon kay Carmina, “Excited ako sa 'S.I.R.' kasi mabibigyan ako ng pagkakataon na kilalanin ang ating mga Kapamilya stars." Dagdag pa ni Janice, "Aalamin natin ano ba 'yung mga nangyayari sa likod ng mga kuwento."

Samantala, interesado naman si Joey sa palitan nila ng kuro-kuro ng mga co-host niya. Aniya, "Gusto kong matuto mula sa kanila. Kanya-kanya kasi kami ng pag-uugali kaya gusto kong mapangkinggan 'yung mga opinyon nila sa mga istoryang ipalalabas namin."

Kaabang-abang rin, ayon kay Ogie, ang no-holds-barred discussions na tampok sa kanilang programa. "Open kami sa tuksuhan, but at the end of the day wala pikunan, walang personalan. Happiness lang," ani ni Ogie.

Sa pagsasanib-puwersa sa "S.I.R." ng ilan sa mga pinakapinakapinagkakatiwalaan at kinaaaliwang TV hosts sa bansa ngayon, iba't ibang boses ang maririnig at balanseng pagtalakay ang mapapanood--may makulit at matanong na si Carmina na hindi papagil makuha lamang ang totoo sa loob ng mga kaganapan; si Janice na 'showbiz ate' na laging handang makinig; si Tsong Joey na magbabahagi ng pananaw ng lalake sa mga usapin; at si Ogie na laging may bitbit na fresh 'insider' scoops.
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