It's a Battle among Beauty Queens this Saturday in Spooky Nights Presents ‘Korona’

Three gorgeous ladies with bodies to “die” for will star in this Saturday’s episode of Spooky Nights on GMA-7.
 
Carmi Martin, Isabel Daza and Bubbles Paraiso are the lead stars in the episode titled “Korona,” which is about a story of a former beauty queen who so desperately wants to keep her crown that she takes it to her grave.
  Carmi plays Oria, a popular beauty queen in Barangay Papaitan during her prime. Now a mother, Oria has gained a few wrinkles here and there albeit her beauty has not at all faded. In fact, she passed this trait on to her daughter Mabel (Isabel Daza). Mabel dreams of following the footsteps of her mom, but the latter disapproves of the idea reasoning that there must only be one beauty queen in the family.
  Mabel is so eager to pursue her dream and so she insisted in joining the Mutya ng Papaitan. But on the night she won the title, she was murdered. Pamela, Mabel’s arch-rival, was considered as the prime suspect and was sentenced to life imprisonment. After Mabel’s tragic death, Oria left Barangay Papaitan.
  After a few years, Oria decided to come home and she spearheaded the return of the Mutya ng Papaitan beauty contest in honor of her deceased daughter. But all hell break loose when on the night of the coronation, Mabel’s fiery ghost suddenly appears freaking out every one in attendance. Her delusion is that she is still the reigning beauty queen of Papaitan and no one will ever deserve that title besides her. Will she eventually come to terms with reality?
  Find that out this Saturday on Spooky Nights presents “Korona,” after Manny Many Prizes on GMA-7.
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Karylle on ‘Kitchen Musical’ recognition: I’m living my dream

Karylle is happy for the successes of “The Kitchen Musical,” the Pan-Asian musical series she starred in along with Christian Bautista.

Besides winning awards at the recently-concluded New York Festivals, Karylle is also nominated in the Best Actress-Drama category of the Monte Carlo TV Festival to be held this June at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco.

“Sobrang happy. Nakakatuwa kasi nung nakita ko yung listahan, nakita ko may mga Tina Fey, Julianna Margulies. Syempre, yung puso ko tumambling talaga,” she said at the launch of the third single for her album “Roadtrip” on Monday, April 23.

Besides Julianna Margulies of “The Good Wife,” Gretchen Mol and Kelly Macdonald of “Boardwalk Empire” and Lena Headey and Emilia Clarke of "Game of Thrones" are also nominated in the same category.

The “It’s Showtime” host shared, “It makes you realize that it’s a big world out there and there’s so many talented people and it just wants you to be better at what you do.”

She added the acclaim “The Kitchen Musical” is getting is much sweeter since the show has a number of Filipino cast members. Apart from her and Christian, Filipino actors Ikey Canoy, Thou Reyes and Art Acuna are also part of the said musical series.

Unexpected

Did she expect to receive this kind of recognition for her work in “The Kitchen Musical”?

“Nung dumating yung ‘Kitchen Musical,’ sabi ko, ‘okay ito, this is my dream role.’ Tapos ang tagal bago nagkatotoo, one year. So when they finally called me back, nandito na sila sa Philippines. I even had a different project that I had to give up,” Karylle shared.

The singer-actress further said, “For me, it wasn’t about what’s gonna happen. It’s just me living my dream, my dream role.”

Karylle added that the second season of “The Kitchen Musical” will most likely start production by next year.

As for local projects, Karylle said she’s just waiting for the right material and the right timing.

“Wala pa kasing dumarating na magandang script e. O kung meron man, hindi nagtutugma sa schedule,” she said. “Minsan dumarating talaga yung mga opportunities, and when they do come I just go for it.”

Right now, she’s busy co-hosting ABS-CBN’s noontime show “It’s Showtime.”

No conflict

As for the reported conflict between “It’s Showtime” co-host Vice Ganda and their director Bobet Vidanes, she said, “Actually wala namang naganap na ganun but of course pag di kasi masyadong sinasagot ang intriga, nagiging mas magulo siya. So since hindi naman ako directly involved, mahirap magsalita kasi hindi ko naman alam ang sasabihin ko.”

As one of his co-hosts, Karylle attests that Vice is not difficult to work with.

“Gusto kong sabihin na masarap siyang katrabaho and nararamdaman ko talaga yung pagmamahal niya in the sense na yung suporta niya is all out,” she said.

By Chuck Smith | Yahoo! Southeast Asia Newsroom

What Garrie Concepcion learned from mom Grace Ibuna

Garrie Concepcion is learning a lot about life and love just by observing mom Grace Ibuna and her late stepdad, Rep. Iggy Arroyo up close.

“They’ve proven that age is nothing but a number,” Garrie relates at the opening of the Aesthetic Institute of the Philippines (AIP) in Eisenhower st., Greenhills.

“It doesn’t matter how old you are. When you meet the right person who can make you happy, forever na talaga yon. Nakita ko na my mom was genuinely happy and contented.”

Garrie, whose biological father is Gabby Concepcion, doesn’t take it against her mom that she had two dads when Iggy was still alive. In fact, she feels blessed.

Very supportive

Iggy, she reveals, was very supportive of her singing career. He was very proud of her after he heard her sing.

“Napakinggan niya ang kanta ko. At sabi niya, 'Halika, concert na.' Sabi ko, 'Grabe naman, wala pa namang launching (concert).'”

Garrie notes that her stepdad knew how to pamper them without spoiling them.

“Miss ko na ang pagkamalambing niya,” sighs Garrie. Kapag nakita niyang bad mood ako, napapatawa ako sa mga corny jokes niya.”

Now that Grace is being eyed as Iggy’s replacement in Congress, Garrie vows she is right behind her mom in whatever she decides.

“If she decides to run para ituloy ang naiwan (ni Iggy), siyempre I will help her.”

But Grace knows she can’t do it all the way since Garrie has her own career to think of. For instance, Garrie can’t join Grace in Bacolod “to fix certain things” since the Backroom artist has released her self-titled debut album and wants to try hosting.

Garrie knows her mom won’t mind.

“Nung nasa London nga kami, pinapauwi na ako ng mom ko. Ang feeling niya, siya ang reason why na-stall ang career ko.”

'I’m here for you'

But Garrie chose to stay by her mom’s side, especially in the most trying moments of her life.

“I told her, 'Ma, you’ve been there for me. So ako naman, I’m here for you. Saka may plano naman si God. I know there’s a right time for everything.'”

That plan, as far as Garrie is concerned, is following in her father and elder sister KC’s footsteps.

“Ate KC gives me pieces of advice,” shares Garrie. “Kapag kabado ako she tells me it’s okay, that I should just have fun. Three Sundays ago, we were on the same stage in ASAP. I told her, 'Ate, hindi ako sumasayaw.' And she told me to just pretend na 'wala lang, sumasayaw lang tayo. Nandito naman ako.”

By Maridol Rañoa-Bismark | Yahoo! Southeast Asia Newsroom

Kapuso Actress Jennylyn Mercado is Luis’ Special Guest this Saturday in ‘Kapamilya Deal or No Deal!’

After Gov. Vilma Santos, another special girl in Luis Manzano’s life will try to make a good deal with the Banker...

...as the second part of the host-actor’s birthday celebration continues this Saturday (Apr 28) in the hit game show “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal.”
  Actress Jennylyn Mercado appears on the Kapamilya Network for the very first time just for Luis. She even went through the tension of picking the right briefcases in hopes of winning the P2 million jackpot.

Luis expressed how happy he was that Jennylyn was allowed to appear on ABS-CBN. He said, “I am really very thankful to her for making my birthday celebration extra special.”
 
Will Luis side with Jennylyn or the Banker? Will Jennylyn be ‘lucky’ with Luis right beside her?
 
Don’t miss “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal” this Saturday (April 28), after “TV Patrol Weekend” on ABS-CBN
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Jennylyn Mercado Joins ABS-CBN to be with Boyfriend Luis Manzano?

Jennylyn Mercado Joins ABS-CBN to be with Boyfriend Luis Manzano?


Definitely not!

After Gov. Vilma Santos, another special girl in Luis Manzano’s life - Kapuso actress Jennylyn Mercado - will try to make a good deal with the Banker as the second part of the host-actor’s birthday celebration continues this Saturday (April 28) in the hit game show “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal.”

Jen appears on the Kapamilya Network for the very first time just for Luis. She even went through the tension of picking the right briefcases in hopes of winning the P2 million jackpot.






Luis expressed how happy he was that Jennylyn was allowed to appear on ABS-CBN. He said, “I am really very thankful to her for making my birthday celebration extra special.”

Will Luis side with Jennylyn or the Banker? Will Jennylyn be ‘lucky’ with Luis right beside her?

Don’t miss “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal” this Saturday (April 28), after “TV Patrol Weekend” on ABS-CBN.

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Dave Franco, James Franco's Brother is “21 Jump Street” Villain

Dave Franco, James Franco's Brother is “21 Jump Street” Villain


Soon, he will be recognized for his own achievements. But for now, actor-on-the-rise Dave Franco may have to settle with being referred to as the younger brother of James Franco. Dave's campaign to move out of big brother's shadow shifts to high gear as he plays the villain in Columbia Pictures' new action-comedy “21 Jump Street,” a recent No.1 box-office hit in the U.S.
In the film, Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Jenko (Channing Tatum) were enemies in high school who became unlikely friends in Police Academy. While they may not be the best cops on the beat, they have a chance to turn it around when they join the police department's secret Jump Street unit, run by Captain Dickson (Ice Cube). They trade in their guns and badges for backpacks and use their youthful appearances to go undercover...in high school!




Trouble is, teenagers today are nothing like what they were just a few years ago, and Schmidt and Jenko discover that everything they think they know about being a teenager, from sex to drugs to rock and roll, is all wrong.

Dave Franco plays the pivotal role as Eric, who sets most of the plot in motion. “Eric is dealing a new drug at his high school, which is the reason why Schmidt and Jenko are going undercover – they have to find out the source of this drug so they can eradicate it,” says co-director Christopher Miller.

Casting Dave Franco in the role was a way the film could contrast how high school has changed since Schmidt and Jenko’s first time around. “Dave Franco is essentially the perfect man,” says co-director Phil Lord. “He’s a nice, compact Greek/Roman-sized person – the girls go crazy for him. The cool kids nowadays are not the same from a teen movie from the 1980s – Eric drives Jenko nuts because he’s so cool.”

“We saw a lot of people, but I knew we had to cast Davey, because he’s the one guy I kept trying to impress. I already had the part and I’m trying to impress the guy who’s auditioning, make him think I’m cool,” says co-star Jonah Hill who's also one of the film's producers. “That’s exactly what we wanted for the part.”

It was important to all of the filmmakers to make Franco’s character well-rounded. “Everyone should be a hero in their own narrative,” says Lord. “I always thought that the character shouldn’t be an evil thug. The kids I knew in high school who were dealing drugs were kids who were making messed-up choices – they weren’t evil, they were funny or charming or interesting, and had you known them, you’d have good things to say about them. We thought this was a good opportunity to show a grounded, real person who happened to be dealing drugs.”

With that in mind, the filmmakers and Franco focused on the character’s concern for the environment. “You have the cool guy talking about composting and finding ways to conserve water, but at the same time he’s dealing drugs,” says Franco. “I felt it was a new take on the character. It was a lot of fun because I wasn’t playing a straight jerk. He’s full of it, but he’s also charming – you get to see the more vulnerable side to the character.”

Dave Franco recently starred in the DreamWorks horror film “Fright Night,” as well as in the Funny or Die web series, “Acting with James Franco.” The first installment in the series “Sense Memory” is one of the most viewed videos on Funny or Die, attracting over 120,000 views in its first month. Franco also wrote and starred in his own Funny or Die video, “You’re so Hot,” featuring Christopher Mintz-Plasse, which garnered over one million hits. Franco followed up with “Go F--- Yourself,” which has reached nearly 800,000 hits to date. Franco also starred with Emma Roberts in the MTV Super Video for Cults’ “Go Outside,” which has been seen my more than 500,000 viewers online. An avid writer, Franco began writing well before he became involved in acting.



Opening across the Philippines in May, “21 Jump Street” will be distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Visit http://www.columbiapictures.com.ph for trailers, exclusive content and free downloads. Like us at www.Facebook.com/ColumbiaPicturesPH and join our fan contests.

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JENNYLYN MERCADO, MAGLALARO SA ‘DEAL’ PARA SA BDAY NI LUIS

Sa pagpapatuloy ng birthday special ni Luis Manzano sa hit game show na "Kapamilya Deal or No Deal," isa na namang mahalagang babae sa kanyang buhay ang makikipagsapalaran at makikipagtawaran kay Banker ngayong Sabado (April 28). Matapos maglaro ng inang si Governor Vilma Santos noong nakaraang linggo, ang kasintahang si Jennylyn Mercado naman ang susubok na makuha ang P2 milyong jackpot. Ito ang unang pagkakataong lalabas si Jennylyn sa Kapamilya Network at ginawa ito ng aktres para lamang kay Luis. Kaya naman lubos ang saya ng host-actor na nakapag-guest ang girlfriend na mula sa kabilang istasyon. Aniya, "Nagpapasalamat talaga ako sa kanya for making my birthday celebration extra special." Sino kaya ang kakampihan ni Luis— si Jennylyn o si Banker? Maging 'lucky' kaya si Jennylyn sa laro lalo pa't kasama ang lalaking nagpapasaya sa kanya? Huwag palalampasin ang "Kapamilya Deal or No Deal" ngayong Sabado (Apr 28), pagkatapos ng "TV Patrol Weekend" sa ABS-CBN. By Night Owl || Full Story: Kapamilyanewsngayon

Piolo Pascual Bares His Sexy Yummy Body in Men’s Health 7th Anniversary Issue

The Ultimate Heartthrob Piolo Pascual shows off his "to-die-for" abs in the cover of Men’s Health Philippines May 2012 issue.


The 35-year old bankable hunk actor is currently seen in ABS-CBN’s hit primetime drama series “Dahil sa Pag-ibig” where he played the role of Catholic priest Alfred Valderama. His upcoming rom-com film with Angelica Panganiban entitled “Every Breath You Take” will be shown in over 100 movie theaters nationwide on May 16 (click HERE to watch the cinema teaser).
Aside from interesting features about Piolo, other topics inside this issue include “The Amazing Plan to a Beach Ready Body!,” “Sexplosion! 14 Sizzling Secrets, Revealed,” “The Incredible 24-Hour Fat Burn,” “Beat Stress For Good!,” “Six Pack Abs!” and “Gain the Mental Edge.”


The seventh anniversary issue of Men’s Health Philippines with Papa P. on the cover is now available at all magazine stands and selected bookstores nationwide. By Zeaven28 || Full Story: Pinoy Showbiz Surfer

Slater Young Stars in ‘MMK’ Episode this Saturday

Slater Young Stars in ‘MMK’ Episode this Saturday


“Maalaala Mo Kaya” continues to present socially relevant issues with its weekly episodes that do not only entertain but also reflect the real struggles and triumphs of the ordinary Filipino people.

After recently featuring stories about the strong bond of a gay with a lesbian sibling and the inspiring experience of a teenage mother, “MMK” shares this Saturday (April 28) another empowering tale, this time about a woman who bravely decided to end her marriage for her to live again.

Topbilled by Dimples Romana and Ian de Leon, this week’s episode is about the misery that a battered wife had to go through the process of annulment. In the story Michelle (Dimples) filed an annulment case against her husband who was perennially beating her all throughout their marriage. Along the ordeal, she met a lawyer named David (Ian) who, like her, just came out of a bad relationship. As both struggle with their own failed romance, Michelle and David found themselves falling for each other. Amid the disapproval of their families and the judgment of the society in their budding relationship, can Michelle and David prove that their love is genuine? Is there life after a failed marriage?

Meanwhile, TV viewers, especially the loyal followers of Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) will surely anticipate this week’s “MMK” episode as the said reality show’s latest big winner Slater Young takes on his first role in the top-rating drama program.

Together with Ian, Dimples, and Slater this Saturday are Lloyd Zaragoza, Madz Nicolas, Soliman Cruz, Kaye Miranda, Charles Christianson, and Alyanna Angeles. It is researched by Matet Balanay, written by Joan Habana and directed by Nuel Naval.

Don’t miss another masterpiece of “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK) this Saturday, after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, follow MMKOfficial on Twitter, and “like” www.facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

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Greyson Chance Manila Concert Photos and Videos

Greyson Chance Manila Concert Photos and Videos


Here are some of the photos (to be uploaded soon) and videos taken during the Manila concert of teen sensation Greyson Chance.

Video credit: braggyreyes on YouTube





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Dolphy Admits Wanting to Become Philippines National Artist

Dolphy Admits Wanting to Become Philippines National Artist


Dolphy Quizon, on his interview with DZMM last Monday, admitted that he would like to be named National Artist.

“Well actually ‘yung ibang (recognitions) hindi naman kailangan pero ang National Artist medyo iba ito. Kung baga ultimate ‘yan kaya siyempre kung mabibigay sa akin eh di maganda. Kung hindi naman, okay lang,” the King of Comedy said.

But, if he failed to make it in ex-PGMA's list of the country's National Artists in 2009, what better reason could he and his allies have now to be finally be given the said recognition?

Do you think he deseres the title better than Nora Aunor and Vilma Santos? Just asking.

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Pinoybizsurfer’s Poll: 2012 Most Popular Pinay Actress on the Web (Nominees)

Check out the 30 pinay actresses who will vie for the title “Most Popular Pinay Actress on the Web for 2012”.
 
All of the nominees are under 30 years old.
  The web voting will start tomorrow, April 26 at 9 AM and will end on May 10, Saturday at exactly 10 PM. The voting area will be placed in the right side of this site wherein a single online user can vote for 2 pinay stars (at a single time only) As you cast your vote, you will not be able to vote again. As much as possible we avoid the repeat voters!
  The 15 female celebrities that will get the lowest votes at the end of voting on May 10 will be eliminated and will not make advance to the final round on May 11, Sunday in our Official Facebook Page. So be sure to visit our site tomorrow morning to cast your 2 votes : ) By Zeaven28 || Full Story: Pinoy Showbiz Surfer

Slater Young, Sasabak na sa Unang 'MMK' Niya Ngayong Sabado

Patuloy ang "Maalaala Mo Kaya" sa pagiging salamin ng buhay ng mga Pilipino. Bukod sa mga nakakikilig na kuwentong pag-ibig, itinatampok rin sa "MMK" ang ilang napapanahong isyung panlipunan katulad ng mga episode na inere nito kamakailan kaugnay ng samahan ng magkapatid na tomboy at bakla at pagiging batang ina. Ngayong Sabado (Abril 28), 'annulment' episode naman ang mapapanood sa longest-running drama anthology sa Asya.

Sa kuwento, bibigyang-buhay ni Dimples Romana ang karakter ng battered wife na si Michelle na nagsampa ng annulment laban sa mapang-abuso niyang asawa. Habang umuusad ang kaso, makikilala niya ang abogadong si David (Ian de Leon) na katulad rin niyang nagmula sa isang malungkot na relasyon, na kalauna'y iibig sa kanya. Sa gitna ng pagtutol ng kani-kanilang mga pamilya, mapatutunayan kaya nila Michelle at David na totoo ang pag-ibig nila sa isa't isa? May buhay pa kaya matapos ang annulment?

Samantala, tiyak na kaabang-abang rin ang "MMK" ngayong Sabado, lalo na sa fans ng Pinoy Big Brother (PBB), dahil tampok rito ang pinakabagong PBB big winner na si Slater Young. Ito ang kauna-unahang pagganap ni Slater sa award-winning drama program ng ABS-CBN.

Kasama nina Ian, Dimples, at Slater sa "MMK" episode sina Lloyd Zaragoza, Madz Nicolas, Soliman Cruz, Kaye Miranda, Charles Christianson, at Alyanna Angeles. Ito ay sa ilalim ng pagsasaliksik ni Matet Balanay, panulat ni Joan Habana, at direksyon ni Nuel Naval.

Huwag palampasin ang isa na namang makabagdamdaming kuwento ngayong Sabado ng gabi sa longest-running drama anthology ng Asya, ang "Maalaala Mo Kaya" (MMK), pagkatapos ng "Wansapanataym." Para sa iba pang updates, mag log on sa www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, sundan ang @MMKOfficial sa Twitter, at i-"like" ang www.facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

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Cheesa Laureta Sings "I Have Nothing" on The Voice Quarterfinals (Go Pinoy!)

Cheesa Laureta Sings "I Have Nothing" on The Voice Quarterfinals (Go Pinoy!)


If there's Jessica Sanchez - a Filipino-Mexican-American in American Idol Season 11, let's not forget that there is also a pure blooded Pinay in another hit US singing competition The Voice - Cheesa Laureta.

21-year old Cheesa, a full-blooded Filipino born and raised in Hawaii, is under the mentorship of rapper Cee Lo Green and is now competing for Quarterfinals round of the singing competition.

Her performance of Whitney Houston's "I Have Nothing" during the show's quarterfinal round earned her a standing ovation from her coach and another celebrity musician coach Christina Aguilera.

Watch her performance below:

Christina Aguilera: “I have to applaud you for some courage. You still manage to do your own thing with it.”

Cee Lo Green: “Cheese, you did such a wonderful job. This is a grown woman’s song. I am so excited about you.”

The Voice Season 2 airs every Saturday, 5:30 PM with a replay on Mondays at 7 PM. Watch Grey’s Anatomy every Thursday at 7 p.m., back-to-back with Desperate Housewives at 8 p.m. on Studio 23.

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Kristine Hermosa & Baby Ondrea Bliss are on the Cover of StarStudio Magazine

Hailed as one of the most beautiful faces in Philippine Showbiz, Kristine Hermosa covers StarStudio May 2012 edition together with her baby Ondrea Bliss.
 
Three months after giving birth, the 28-year old actress shares for the first time, the full story of her life with Daughter Ondrea Bliss: “Ibinigay talaga ni God.”
  The May 2012 issue of StarStudio also featured the “20 Years of Star Magic” – the stars, stories and secrets where Mrs. Sotto is one of its prime talents. The magazine as well has an exclusive tour in Wenn Darama’s home and a special article about Solenn, Anne and Georgina.
  Get your copy of StarStudio Magazine’s May 2012 issue now. For more info, follow @StarStudioMag on Twitter, or Facebook account: http://www.facebook.com/StarStudio.Magazine. By Zeaven28 || Full Story: Pinoy Showbiz Surfer

‘MMK’ and ‘Kapuso Movie Night’ are on Top in Mega Manila Weekend TV Ratings

AGB Nielsen Mega Manila People Ratings (April 20-22) – ‘MMK’ and ‘Kapuso Movie Night’ rule primetime viewing last weekend.
 
“MMK” got 12.8% last Saturday (April 21) followed by “Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho” with 12.2% and “Imbestigador” with 8.9%. On Sunday (April 22), “Kapuso Movie Night” reigned supreme with 14.2% people ratings. Almost 5% higher with the no. 2 show on that night - “Ibilib: The Wonders of Horus” and no. 3 - “Rated K”.

Here are the Top 10 daytime and primetime programs from April 20 to 22, 2012 among Mega Manila households (People Ratings):
 
April 20, Friday
Daytime:
1.    Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 11.2%
2.    Hiram Na Puso (GMA-7) / The Good Daughter (GMA-7) – 7.3%
3.    Chef Boy Lagro: Kusina Master (GMA-7) – 7.2%
4.    Broken Vow (GMA-7) – 6.2%
5.    One Piece (GMA-7) – 5.8%
6.    Slam Dunk (GMA-7) – 5.7%
7.    Mojacko! (GMA-7) – 5.6%
8.    It Started With A Kiss (GMA-7) – 5.3%
9.    Kapuso Movie Festival: Magdaleno Orbos (GMA-7) – 5%
10. Jackie Chan Adventures (GMA-7) – 4.7%
 
Primetime:
1.    Walang Hanggan (ABS-CBN) – 14.4%
2.    My Beloved (GMA-7) – 12.1%
3.    Dongyi (GMA-7) – 11.9%
4.    Princess And I (ABS-CBN) / Legacy (GMA-7) – 11.3%
5.    Biritera (GMA-7) – 10.9%
6.    Dahil Sa Pag-ibig (ABS-CBN) – 10.8%
7.    24 Oras (GMA-7) – 10.1%
8.    Bubble Gang (GMA-7) – 8.6%
9.    TV Patrol 25 (ABS-CBN) – 7.2%
10.    Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 (ABS-CBN) – 6.9%
 
April 21, Saturday
Daytime:
1.    Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 13%
2.    Kapuso Movie Festival: Rubberman (GMA-7) – 6.7%
3.    One Piece (GMA-7) – 5.6%
4.    Startalk TX (GMA-7) – 4.6%
5.    Maynila (GMA-7) – 4.3%
6.    Tom and Jerry (GMA-7) – 4.2%
7.    Tropang Potchi (GMA-7) / Wish Ko Lang! (GMA-7) – 4.1%
8.    24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) – 3.7%
9.    It’s Showtime (ABS-CBN) – 3.6%
10.    Untold Stories Mula Sa Face To Face (TV5) – 3.3%
 
Primetime:
1.    MMK 20 Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) – 12.8%
2.    Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho (GMA-7) – 12.2%
3.    Imbestigador (GMA-7) – 8.9%
4.    Toda Max (ABS-CBN) – 8.6%
5.    Wansapanataym: Sandy and The Super Sandok (ABS-CBN) – 8.5%
6.    Spooky Nights Presents Kalansay (GMA-7) – 8%
7.    Pinoy Big Brother Unlimited Big Night (ABS-CBN) – 6.5%
8.    Kapamilya Deal Or No Deal (ABS-CBN) – 5.8%
9.    Manny Many Prizes (GMA-7) – 5.2%
10.    Just For Laughs Gags (GMA-7) – 5%
 
April 22, Sunday
Daytime:
1.    Kapuso Movie Festival: Tween Academy Class of 2012 (GMA-7) – 7.8%
2.    Party Pilipinas (GMA-7) – 5.6%
3.    Tween Hearts (GMA-7) – 4.4%
4.    AHA! (GMA-7) / ASAP 2012 (ABS-CBN) – 4.3%
5.    Slam Dunk (GMA-7) – 4.1%
6.    Bakugan Gundalian Invaders (GMA-7) – 4%
7.    Tom & Jerry Kids (GMA-7) – 3.8%
8.    Sunday Sineplex: The Road To El Dorado (TV5) / Showbiz Central (GMA-7) – 3.3%
9.    Luv U (ABS-CBN) – 3.1%
10.    The Buzz (ABS-CBN) – 2.8%
 
Primetime:
1.    Kapuso Movie Night: Pasukob (GMA-7) – 14.2%
2.    Ibilib: The Wonders of Horus (GMA-7) – 9.3%
3.    Rated K (ABS-CBN) – 9.1%
4.    Kap’s Amazing Stories (GMA-7) – 8.5%
5.    Gandang Gabi Vice (ABS-CBN) – 7.1%
6.    Sarah G Live (ABS-CBN) / Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 (ABS-CBN) – 6.5%
7.    24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) – 5.6%
8.    Goin’ Bulilit (ABS-CBN) / SNBO: Game of Death (GMA-7) – 5.5%
9.    Talentadong Pinoy (TV5) – 5.2%
10.    Extreme Makeover Home Edition Philippines (TV5) / Super Sine Prime: The Incredible Hulk (TV5) – 4.5%

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Dimples doesn’t advise young ladies to marry early

Dimples Romana has no regrets putting her showbiz career on hold to raise a family.

“I’m really thankful my husband and I are celebrating our 9th anniversary in June. I think it all paid off. The sacrifices are all worth it,” Dimples said in an interview at Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp in SM Sky Dome on Saturday, April 21.

The actress grew up wanting to have her own family at a young age and feels that she “was born to be a mom.”

She married Boyet Ahmee, an engineer when she was only 19 and working on the TV series “Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay.”

Times are different

But she doesn’t advise today’s young ladies to start their own family at a young age because times are different now.

“I really don’t advise young ladies to have their own family early kasi nag-iba na rin yung generation ngayon eh. Iba na rin yung dynamics ng pamilya ngayon. Now you really have to make sure that you have the perfect partner,” Dimples explains.

Since she joined showbiz at 12 years old, does Dimples see her daughter following in her footsteps?

“I just let her be as much as possible. So, far what she’s been doing is figure skating and swimming. I don’t know about acting, maybe it’s too early to tell pa,” Dimples replied.

Since she resumed her showbiz career, Dimples has been doing projects one after another. Aside from acting in various TV dramas, Dimples hosts “Kabuhayang Swak na Swak” with Bobby Yan.

“Masaya. Nagpapasalamat ako sa Diyos, nararamdaman kong mahal ako ng network ko. Hindi rin kasi ako mahanap (ng trabaho). I don’t really know also how to demand. Natutuwa lang ako na everybody from Star Magic knows what we really want to do,” she said.

Dimples is happy her daughter can enjoy watching her on TV and other projects. She is happy to host the talent camp (with Xian Lim and Matteo Guidicelli) as she gets to join other kids and moms.

Beyond the professional

“This goes beyond the professional. This is more personal for me. Ito ang passion ko sa buhay eh. The reason why I married early is because I felt I was born to be a mom,” she said.

Dimples credits her husband for allowing her to strike a balance between career and family.

“Mabait yung asawa ko. Boy supports me totally. I support him also. So give and take lang kami. Hindi mahirap mag-balance kung hindi ka pinapahirapang mag-balance,” she said.

By Karen Valeza | Yahoo! Southeast Asia Newsroom

Filipino singer's "journey" takes Tribeca stage

NEW YORK (Reuters) - At age 40, Arnel Pineda lived every wannabe rock star's dream, middle-aged fan's fantasy and even one poor country's hope for financial success.

A little more than five years ago, as videos of Pineda performing Journey cover tunes played on YouTube, he sat at home in the Philippines on the verge of giving up his dream of a singing and songwriting career.

But those YouTube clips eventually earned Pineda an audition for rock band Journey, whose hits of the 1980s include "Who's Crying Now" and "Open Arms," and he went on to become their lead singer in an unlikely career trajectory that is now part of Journey lore.

A look inside Pineda's rise to fame and his struggles with rock 'n' roll stardom are the subject of a documentary that is playing at this week's Tribeca Film Festival.

"Don't Stop Believin'" is named after the band's hit anthem during the height of its success, and it represents Pineda's own inspirational rise from begging on the streets in Manila to singing around the world in large stadiums packed with fans.

Pineda, whose Filipino background initially surprised Journey fans who longed for the voice of former frontman Steve Perry, told Reuters he winced when watching himself on film.

"It was actually very difficult because, as we all know, I am not this Hollywood guy who looks great and tall," he said.

"But the other side of me was saying, this movie needs to be seen by a lot of people out there who have been dreaming to become somebody, to get recognized with their talents, with their God-given things they have in themselves."

HIGHS AND LOWS OF ROCK STARDOM

The documentary follows Pineda from his nervous first audition to being on the Journey tour bus and inside hotel rooms with the band. Audiences see how Pineda handles the fame back stage before a show, off stage signing autographs and on stage, sometimes while sick, on a gruelling first tour in which he tries hard to live up to fans' expectations.

"It was difficult. We all have our limits, we get tired and whether we like it or not, we would feel itchy or not comfortable at some point. We just wanted our times alone. But since we signed up for it, whether we liked it or not we have to face the camera," Pineda said.

The worst part, he said, was the constant travelling without his family, being exhausted and trying to "sound golden all the time." But he adds that it was uplifting "when you see these fans, smiling, happy, hugging each other, crying when they hear their favourite songs."

It is difficult to know from watching "Don't Stop Believin'" whether Pineda, now 44, hit it off well with his new bandmates. He said that while on tour they share stories, but their ages -- several members the band's current lineup are in their 50s and 60s -- meant they often had different interests in life. Pineda called the Journey music their "common denominator."

Some critics said the film best captured the band's rejuvenation.

"Not unlike Journey itself, "Don't Stop Believin'" hits corny but impassioned notes, resonating emotionally even (or especially) through cliches. Certainly the film makes a case for the validity of the reformulated band," wrote the critic for show business publication Variety.

One of Pineda's biggest fears was living up to Journey's most famous lead singer, Perry, now 63, who left the band in 1987 and returned for three years in 1995.

"I had to convince them I was the real deal," Pineda said, who sang in clubs in throughout the Philippines and in Hong Kong but gave up his solo career when the Journey call came.

"This was the hardest thing that I have done in my life, though I've had my share of hardships," he said.

Pineda's hard times include being homeless for a time and begging for money on Manila's streets. He struggled with drugs and alcohol, and he filmmakers take him and his bandmates to some of his old Manila haunts in "Don't Stop Believin.'"

The group currently is on a break from touring and will start again in July. Pineda is spending most of his break in Manila, where he has three boys and is expecting a baby girl in July with his wife.

In the Philippines, his fame now is widespread. He is shown in the film meeting former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.

"I try to live under the radar as much as possible," he said, even though he is constantly approached by fans for photographs, pep talks and events. "I tell myself, it makes them happy so why shouldn't I give it."

And most of all, he wants his tale to inspire everyone. "Life begins at 40," he said, "that's what they say."

(Reporting by Christine Kearney; Editing by Bob Tourtellotte) | Reuters

Valeria Lukyanova is a Living Barbie from Ukraine

Valeria Lukyanova is a Living Barbie from Ukraine


Valerie Lukyanova, a 21-year-old Ukrainian model, is now fast getting a lot of attention online for looking exactly like a girl's best doll friend Barbie. In fact, her YouTube channel, Amatue, has already reaches over 1.5 million video views.

But how did she get that look?

Lukyanova, who describes herself as "the most famous Russian woman on the Russian-language Internet" admitted to having undergone plastic surgery as well as everyday cosmetics to transform herself into a real-life Barbie.

Lukyanova uploads all her photos on Vkontakte, a social networking website while her Facebook page features tens of photos of her astonishing Barbie-like body and face which brought her internet fame.

But how come people are still not buying it. Some still believe that Lukyanova digitally alters her photos to make herself appear more doll-like particularly noting the contrast between her with and without makeup is far too extreme.

Watch the video below and see if really fits the title:

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Jon Lovitz on Obama Video (Must Watch)

Jon Lovitz on Obama Being an A$$$ Video (Must Watch)


Jon Lovitz calls Barack Obama a name. And I bet Democrats will not like it.

Watch the video below to know why Lovitz called Obama "a f--king a$$hole":

Video: The Hollywood Gossip

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Christian Bautista Reveals Transfer Talks with TV5

Christian Bautista Reveals Transfer Talks with TV5

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After Willie Revillame, Aga Muhlach, Mariel Rodriguez, and Sharon Cuneta, is Christian Bautista next in line? I bet you know what I mean.

“Wala pa namang final. Nagkaroon lang ng pag-uusap, ng negotiation. I’m still under contract with ABS-CBN until August. After August, tignan po natin,” Christian revealed following rumors of his ongoing talks with TV5 executives about his possible transfer.

“Life goes on, work goes on, but we’ll see if there are opportunities when the contract ends.” he added.

Rumor also has it that TV5, if ever Christian decided to transfer to Kapatid network, will give the singer a "Kanta Pilipinas" hosting job.

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Natalee Holloway - Is She Dead or Alive?

Natalee Holloway - Is She Dead or Alive?


Natalee Holloway, an 18-year-old graduate of Mountain Brook High School in Birmingham, Alabama, traveled to the Caribbean island of Aruba with 125 members of her senior class. On Monday, May 30, 2005, she did not show up for her flight back to the United States.

Witnesses said Natalee was last seen leaving a nightclub in a car with three males - Joran Van Der Sloot, 17; Deepak Kalpoe, 21, and Satist Kalpoe, 18. The three originally told authorities that they dropped the Alabama honors student at the hotel where she was staying, but their story has changed many times since the early days in the search for Natalee Holloway.

Now, the big question is - is Natalee Holloway dead or still alive?

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