Maja Salvador "Dahan-Dahan" Wet and Sexy Music Video

Maja Salvador "Dahan-Dahan" Wet and Sexy Music Video

The official music video for the first-ever single of Maja Salvador entitled "Dahan-Dahan" out of her debut CD "Believe" under Ivory Music has been released.
Featuring former Pinoy Big Brother housemate Carlo Romero, the four-minute video shows the wet and sexy Maja dancing and cuddling with Carlo in the rain. 
Watch the video below:

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Vhong Navarro is back doing a movie, “Da Possessed” (5 Photos)

VHONG NAVARRO is back doing a movie, “Da Possessed”, which will be Star Cinema’s Easter Presentation on April 19. He plays Ramon, a would be landscape artist who falls in love with his sexy boss Anna played by Solenn Heussaff. But problems come along when three spirits from the great beyond (John Lapus, Empoy Marquez and child star Aliyah Belmoro) start to possess him.

They’re shooting the movie almost every day to make sure it will meet its playdate and being neck deep with work helps Vhong get on with his life after his harrowing traumatic experience with Cedric Lee and Deniece Cornejo.

“Gusto kong samantalahin ang pagkakataong ito para pasalamatan ang press na naniwala at sumuporta sa akin,” says Vhong at the movie’s presscon. “Sa lahat ng mga nag-text at nagpadala ng encouraging messages, salamat sa inyo.”

So how is he now? “Bago kami nag-shoot, tinanong ako ni Direk Joyce Bernal, kaya mo ba? Sabi ko, no choice, Direk, may playdate na tayo. Noong una, naiilang ako. May eksenang pinagagawa sa’min ni Solenn na hindi ko ma-deliver dahil siguro sa pinagdaanan ko, sa traumang naranasan ko, nawala yung kumpiyansa ko, so kinausap kami ni Direk para maibalik yung kumpiyansa ko. Kasi basta isinalang na rin lang kami ni Solenn, ni wala kaming workshop. Although, magkakilala naman kami dahil nagkikita kami sa mall shows, sa airport, we don’t really know each other that much. So ang ginawa, pinagsama kami ng dressing room para mas makapag-usap kami. Nagpapasalamat din ako kasi si Solenn, masarap kausap at kasama. Walang kaarte-arte sa katawan, kaya naitawid namin ang mga eksena namin.”

John Lapus says he salutes Vhong. “Kasi mahirap yung pinagdaanan niya, tapos biglang magko-comedy ka agad. Pero ipinakita niya ang husay niya rito kasi nakakatawa talaga siya sa mga eksena niyang napo-possess siya at umaarte siyang multong bakla. Nag-twerk-twerk pa siya.”

“Very professional si Vhong,” says Joey Marquez who plays Solenn’s dad. “Hindi niya dinadala ang mga personal niyang problema sa set. On and off cam, nagpapatawa pa rin siya.”

“Actually, parang normal lang kami sa set,” says Smokey Manaloto who plays Vhong’s brother. “Basta nagtatrabaho lang kaming lahat. Hindi namin binabanggit yung anumang nangyari sa kanya. Masaya kami sa shooting.”

“Gusto ko lang maging masaya palagi at gusto kong maging masaya rin ang mga tao pag pinanood nila itong ‘Da Possessed’,” says Vhong. “Kaya sobra po akong nagpapasalamat sa walang sawang suporta na nakukuha ko mula sa ABS-CBN, Star Cinema, at sa aking mga tagahanga. Siniguro po namin na talagang magugustuhan ng lahat ang ­­‘Da Possessed’ kaya sama-sama tayong mag-enjoy at tumawa. Sa hitsura ko pa lang, matatawa na kayo kasi pinagsuot ako ng pustiso para nakausli ang ngipin ko at ginawang sobrang kapal ang kilay ko.”

Also in “Da Possessed” are Beverly Salviejo and ­Lito Pimentel as Vhong’s parents, Matet de Leon as Smokey’s wife, and Joy Viado as Solenn’s aunt.

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Aljur Abrenica Says Sorry For Saying Something Against Geoff Eigenmann (2 Photos)

ALJUR ABRENICA turned 24 on March 24 and since his GF Kylie Padilla is currently in Australia, she just made a special video to greet him on his special day. “I really miss her and I appreciate yung ginawa niyang video,” says Aljur. “Nagkukuwentuhan kami lagi sa mga nangyayari sa amin sa bawat isa.”

So rumors that they’re having problems in their relationship because of Geoff Eigenmann aren’t true? “No, okay kami. Wala kaming problema. We just want the best for each other.”

So how is he and Geoff now? “We’re okay. We’ve both moved on and I’d like to think friends pa rin kami.”

How did he feel when he was bashed on the net after he was interviewed about it in Startalk and he spoke so slowly people said he’s inarticulate? “Mabagal ako magsalita that time kasi nga pinag-iisipan ko ang sasabihin ko in a way na hindi ako makakasakit ng damdamin. I was also feeling very emotional at that point. Wala naman akong nararamdamang galit for Geoff. For me, I felt I just have to say it eh. But I’m sorry, I’m sorry. Kasi medyo nabigla ako, e, nang biglang interbyuhin ako about that. Kahit po ako nabigla sa sarili ko. I’d also like to say sorry to Geoff’s manager, Perry Lansigan. Pasensiya na. But the important thing sa nangyari is, ako, may natutunan ako. Sana lahat kami, may natutunan. And now, move on na.”

So what did he learn from what happened? “Sa akin na lang yon. Basta we all learn from our mistakes. Yes, I think, sana hindi na lang ako nagsalita. Pero hindi ako nagsisisi na nagsalita ako kasi ako ‘yon eh. Lahat ng tao, dumadaan sa ganoong stage eh. Bawat isa sa atin. Sa tingin ko, tama naman ang ginawa ko but, mas mabuti nga siguro, hindi na lang ako nagsalita.”

Would he be willing to work with Geoff in the future? “Why not? Pareho kaming kapuso. At sa’kin, wala na yun. Wala akong hinanakit.”

And what’s Kylie’s reaction to him over what happened? “Sa amin na lang sana yun. Basta marami kaming natutunan to help us be more mature. Puede sa ‘Kambal Sirena’ naman tayo? Happy kaming lahat na involved sa show as we’re rating very well and we get very positive reviews. And to think na nagi-start pa lang kami. Nagde-develop pa lang yung story, so lalo na kapag tumakbo na yung love story namin ng dalawang characters played by Louise. Nakakatuwa ang director namin, si Dondon Santos, dahil he succeeds in making the story truly more absorbing for the viewers with each episode.”

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Mary Jean Lastimosa Wins Bb. Pilipinas Universe 2014

Mary Jean Lastimosa Wins Bb. Pilipinas Universe 2014

Try and try until you......get the crown. Surely, this saying fits the newly crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2014 Mary Jean Lastimosa.

After joining the competition in 2011 (where she placed 2nd runner-up) and 2012 (where she was one of the Top 12 semifinalists), the 26-year-old beauty from Tulunan, North Cotabato finally put on her head that elusive Bb. Pilipinas crown when she named this year's Miss Universe Philippines winner.

Here is the official list of winners in the 2014 Binibining Pilipinas beauty pageant held Sunday night, March 30, at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City.

WINNERS:

Miss Universe Philippines 2014:
#25, Mary Jean Lastimosa (Tulunan, North Cotabato)

Bb. Pilipinas International 2014:
#22, Mary Anne Bianca Guidotti (Taguig City)

Bb. Pilipinas Supranational 2014:
#35, Yvethe Marie Santiago (Daraga, Albay)

Bb. Pilipinas Tourism 2014:
#4, Parul Shah (San Nicolas, Pangasinan)

Bb. Pilipinas Intercontinental 2014:
#13, Kris Tiffany Janson (Cebu City, Cebu

1st Runner Up:
#11, Laura Victoria Lehmann (Makati City)

2nd Runner Up:
#27, Hannah Ruth Sison (Makati City)

TOP 15 SEMI-FINALISTS:

#11, Laura Victoria Lehmann (Makati City)
#1, Julian Aurine Flores (Manila)
#22, Mary Anne Bianca Guidotti (Taguig City)
#3, Joana Angelica Romero (Naga City, Camarines Sur)
#25, Mary Jean Lastimosa (Tulunan, North Cotabato)
#8, Pia Wurtzbach (Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental)
#4, Parul Shah (San Nicolas, Pangasinan)
#23, Nichole Marie Manalo (Parañaque City)
#16, Zahara Mae Soriano (Pasig City)
#35, Yvethe Marie Santiago (Daraga, Albay)
#14, Emma Mary Tiglao (Mabalacat City, Pampanga)
#20, Kenneth Santiago (San Leonardo, Nueva Ecija)
#13, Kris Tiffany Janson (Cebu City, Cebu)
#27, Hannah Ruth Sison (Makati City)
#19, Mae Liezel Ramos (Naga City, Camarines Sur)

SPECIAL AWARDS:
Best in National Costume: #13, Kris Tiffany Janson (Cebu City, Cebu)
Miss Talent: #33, Gabrielle Erika Tilokani (Mandaluyong City)
Miss Photogenic: #13, Kris Tiffany Janson (Cebu City, Cebu)
Miss Friendship: #21, Racquel Kabigting (Mariveles, Bataan)
Manila Bulletin Readers Choice: #39, Ladylyn Riva (Nabas, Aklan)
Bb. Avon: #35, Yvethe Marie Santiago (Daraga, Albay)
Best in Swimsuit: #25, Mary Jean Lastimosa (Tulunan, North Cotabato)
Best in Long Gown: #22, Mary Anne Bianca Guidotti (Taguig City)
She’s So Jag Award: #8, Pia Wurtzbach (Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental)
Miss PAL: #8, Pia Wurtzbach (Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental)
Miss Cream Silk: #35, Yvethe Marie Santiago (Daraga, Albay)
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Bb. Pilipinas 2014 Top 15 Semi-Finalists

Bb. Pilipinas 2014 Top 15 Semi-Finalists

Here is the official list of Top 15 Semi-Finalists (in order of announcement) in the 2014 Binibining Pilipinas beauty pageant held Sunday night, March 30, at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City.
TOP 15 SEMI-FINALISTS:

#11, Laura Victoria Lehmann (Makati City)
#1, Julian Aurine Flores (Manila)
#22, Mary Anne Bianca Guidotti (Taguig City)
#3, Joana Angelica Romero (Naga City, Camarines Sur)
#25, Mary Jean Lastimosa (Tulunan, North Cotabato)
#8, Pia Wurtzbach (Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental)
#4, Parul Shah (San Nicolas, Pangasinan)
#23, Nichole Marie Manalo (Parañaque City)
#16, Zahara Mae Soriano (Pasig City)
#35, Yvethe Marie Santiago (Daraga, Albay)
#14, Emma Mary Tiglao (Mabalacat City, Pampanga)
#20, Kenneth Santiago (San Leonardo, Nueva Ecija)
#13, Kris Tiffany Janson (Cebu City, Cebu)
#27, Hannah Ruth Sison (Makati City)
#19, Mae Liezel Ramos (Naga City, Camarines Sur)

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Bb. Pilipinas 2014 Winners - Full List

Bb. Pilipinas 2014 Winners - Full List

Here is the official list of winners in the 2014 Binibining Pilipinas beauty pageant held Sunday night, March 30, at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City.
SPECIAL AWARDS:
Best in National Costume: #13, Kris Janson
Miss Talent: #33, Gabrielle Tilokani
Miss Photogenic: #13, Kris Janson
Miss Friendship: #21, Racquel Kabigting
Manila Bulletin Readers Choice: #39, Ladylyn Riva
Bb. Avon: #35, Yvethe Santiago

 Photo: Kai Magsanoc, Yahoo PH

OFFICIAL CANDIDATES:
1     Julian Aurine Flores (Manila)
2     Mary Ainjely Manalo (Pasay City)
3     Joana Angelica Romero (Naga City, Camarines Sur)
4     Parul Shah     25     5'7"[14]     San Nicolas, Pangasinan)
5     Hannah Mariz dela Guerra     21     5'6"     Mandaluyong City)
6     Anabel Christine Tia     25     5'8"     Ozamiz City, Misamis Occidental)
7     Aiza Faeldonia     24     5'9"     Isulan, Sultan Kudarat)
8     Pia Wurtzbach     24     5'8"[14]     Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental)
9     Joy Antonette Diaz     22     5'9"     Dagupan City, Pangasinan)
10     Shauna Indra Salina Curran     22     5'9"     Baguio City, Benguet)
11     Laura Victoria Lehmann (Makati City)
12     Sarah Jireh Asido     23     5'9"     Balagtas, Bulacan)
13     Kris Tiffany Janson     24     5'8"[14]     Cebu City, Cebu)
14     Emma Mary Tiglao     19     5'9"     Mabalacat City, Pampanga)
15     Kimverlyn Suiza (Marikina City)
16     Zahara Mae Soriano (Pasig City)
17     Diana Arevalo (Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro)
18     Ellore Noelle Punzalan     26     5'8"     Las Piñas City)
19     Mae Liezel Ramos (Naga City, Camarines Sur)
20     Kenneth Santiago (San Leonardo, Nueva Ecija)
21     Racquel Kabigting     22     6'0"     Mariveles, Bataan)
22     Mary Anne Bianca Guidotti     24     5'10"[14]     Taguig City)
23     Nichole Marie Manalo     24     5'9.5"[14]     Parañaque City)
24     Ednornance Agustin     23     5'8"     Davao City, Davao del Sur)
25     Mary Jean Lastimosa     26     5'7"     Tulunan, North Cotabato)
26     Hannah Sheena Manuel     22     5'9"     Tuguegarao City, Cagayan)
27     Hannah Ruth Sison (Makati City)
28     Carla Jenina Lizardo (Pasig City)
29     Krischelle Halili     23     5'6"     Tarlac City, Tarlac)
30     Joy Marie Gangan     19     5'10"     Ilagan, Isabela)
31     Angelique Celine de Leon     23     5'8"     Mandaluyong City)
32     Jeslyn Santos     21     5'9"     Hagonoy, Bulacan)
33     Gabrielle Erika Tilokani     22     5'7"     Mandaluyong City)
34     Leonalyn dela Cruz     23     5'8"     Caloocan City)
35     Yvethe Marie Santiago (Daraga, Albay)
36     Krystal Alonday (Paombong, Bulacan)
37     Vanessa Saliba (Tanay, Rizal)
38     Janine Asanion (San Marcelino, Zambales)
39     Ladylyn Riva (Nabas, Aklan)
40     Vessica Sambo (Malolos City, Bulacan)

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Herbert Bautista is Kris Aquino's Mystery Boyfriend

Herbert Bautista is Kris Aquino's Mystery Boyfriend

“Ako raw ba? Baka hindi ako. Hahaha!” said Quezon City Mayor Herbert Bautista when asked about his rumored affair with Queen of All Media Kris Aquino.
Kris, in the past week, has been talking about his newest mystery guy -  the one in politics and not Daniel Matsunaga as what some people thought it could be.
In a series of reports, Kris' ex-husband James Yap also insinuated that their son Bimby revealed that his mom is dating the Quezon City Mayor.
It will be recalled that the two well-known personalities had been romantically linked in the past.
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Video: Sarah Geronimo and Matteo Guidicelli Hold Hands While Singing "All Of Me"

Video: Sarah Geronimo and Matteo Guidicelli Hold Hands While Singing "All Of Me"

Matteo Guidicelli celebrates 26th birthday on Friday night at Tipsy Bar in Pasig City with some friends from in and out of showbiz and his rumored girlfriend Sarah Geronimo who came with her Mommy Divine.

The couple even performed John Legend's "All Of Me" while holding hands. Watch below:

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Birthday Wish Granted: Bimby Yap Got a Hug from Andrew Garfield

Birthday Wish Granted: Bimby Yap Got a Hug from Andrew Garfield

James "Bimby" Yap, who is in Singapore right now with her mom Kris Aquino, got the chance to fulfill his 7th birthday wish - to have his picture taken with Spider-Man actor Andrew Garfield.
Oh her Instagram account, Kris praises Garfield for granting Bimby's birthday wish describing the actor as the "sweetest, kindest and most genuinely charismatic star." .
Kris flew all the way to Singapore to interview the cast members of "Amazing Spider-Man 2" inclucing Garfield, Jamie Foxx, and Emma Stonefor her shows "Kris TV" and "Aquino & Abunda Tonight." 
The cast of the much-anticipated Hollywood superhero movie are in Singapore to kick off this year's Earth Hour as spearheaded by the World Wide Fund for Nature Singapore and Earth Hour Global.

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ABS-CBN 2014 Summer Station ID Video Released

ABS-CBN 2014 Summer Station ID Video Released

Filipinos can always make it through calamities with a smile. This is what ABS-CBN will showcase in its much-awaited summer station ID premiering this Sunday (Mar 30) on “ASAP 19.”
Dubbed as “PINASmile: Masayang Muli ang Kwento ng Summer Natin,” the 2014 summer SID aims to promote the Philippines as a unique travel destination that takes pride in the beauty of each region, the country’s colorful culture, and of course, the stories behind the unique and infectious smiles of Pinoys.
“Filipinos will always choose to smile amidst hardships; we find happiness even in the small things. We know how to be grateful and remain positive. We believe in the goodness of others. Indeed, despite the calamities that severely damaged our country, the Filipino optimism shines through,” said head of ABS-CBN Creative Communications Management Robert Labayen.



“PINASmile,” interpreted by today’s hottest loveteam Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla, brings out the raw and authentic happiness from the simple Pinoys. Kapamilya stars and news personalities were tasked to be the smile seekers and went to different parts of the country to immortalize these blissful moments with their own cameras.
Queen of All Media Kris Aquino, for example, took photos and even selfies with Ivatan women in Batanes, while Andi Eigenmann and Bea Alonzo roamed around Luneta taking pictures of families and friends bonding around the famous park. Angelica Panganiban, John Prats, and Zanjoe Marudo, on other hand, captured the smiles of residents in Mt. Pinatubo.
Also included in the itinerary are provinces that were severely devastated by disasters last year, particularly Bohol, Samar, and Leyte.
“The positive stories and warm smiles from these hard-hit provinces are testaments of how brave and happy Filipinos could be despite the tragedies that our fellow countrymen went through,” explained Labayen. “Let’s make our summer story worth smiling about again, and show the world that the Philippines is one happy place worth visiting and coming back to.”



The “PINASmile: Masayang Muli ang Kwento ng Summer Natin” theme song was written by Robert Labayen, Lloyd Oliver Corpuz, Christer Salire, Revbrain Martin, Jill Cabradilla-Aspiras, Mark Raywin Tome, and Christine Daria Estabillo. Its music was composed, arranged and produced by Bojam and Thyro of FlipMusic, mixed and mastered by RB “Kidwolf” Barbaso and Bojam, and acoustic guitars by Nica Del Rosario. It was directed by Paolo Emmanuel Ramos and Peewee Gonzales.
The 2014 ABS-CBN Summer Station ID was created by ABS-CBN Creative Communications Management headed by Robert Labayen, Johnny Delos Santos, Patrick de Leon and Ira Zabat. The SID Creative and Production team members include Danie Sedilla-Cruz, Edsel Misenas, Kathrina Sanchez, Dang Baldonado, Tina Barbin, Sheryl Ramos, Christine Joy Laxamana, Christian Faustino, Lloyd Oliver Corpuz, Carlota Rosales, Carla Payongayong, Jonathan Perez, Adrian Lim, Chiz Perez, Raywin Tome, Christine Daria Estabillo, Ermil Sanchez, Mark Bravo, Love De Leon, video editors Lorenz Morales and Con Ignacio, logo designer Roger Villon, logo animation Meryl Miranda, print and graphics design head Carmelo Saliendra, motion graphics and brand identity head Oliver Paler, post production specialists Alfie Landayan and Rap Dela Rea, ABS-CBN TV Entertainment, ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs, ABS-CBN Regional Network Group, Star Magic, and the Choose Philippines team.



Other members are technical and production unit head Jaime Porca, technical promo specialist Antonio Medrano Jr., production designer Joon Ku, recording audio engineer Rick James Payumo, director of photography Rommel Sales, videographers Tim Aguirre, Joseph Delos Reyes, Mico Manalaysay, Sheryl Ramos, Christine Joy Laxamana, Edsel Misenas, and Carla Payongayong, photographer Aileen Gooco, talent casters Mary Ann Rejano and Remy Sotto, location manager Marvin Bragas; and production coordinators Jesusa Canilang and Austin De Guzman.

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Rio 2 "What is Love" Lyric Video

Rio 2 "What is Love" Lyric Video


“What is Love” lyric video performed by Janelle Monáe from Blue Sky Studios’ “Rio 2” family movie is now up on YouTube. Watch below:

In April 2011, Twentieth Century Fox released Fox Animation and Blue Sky Studio’s CG animated feature “Rio.”  The film was born from the imagination of Carlos Saldanha, who co-directed or directed the global blockbusters “Ice Age,” “Ice Age: The Meltdown” and “Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs.”
To fully realize the scope and breadth of this magical world and its vivid characters, Saldanha brought together an all-star voice cast, led by Oscar® nominees Anne Hathaway and Jesse Eisenberg, Oscar and Grammy®-winner Jamie Foxx, acclaimed musical artist will.i.am, actor-musician Jemaine Clement, comedic actress Leslie Mann, actor Rodrigo Santoro (a Brazilian native), actor-comedian George Lopez, and funnyman Tracy Morgan.  
The filmmakers enveloped the action – and audiences – with a combination of Brazilian sounds and contemporary pop music.  The soundtrack featured a stellar musical cast performing under the guidance of composer John Powell and Brazilian music legend and “Rio’s” executive music producer, Sergio Mendes. “Rio” became a worldwide smash with a global box office tally of $486 million.  It also was a huge hit on DVD and Blu-ray disc.
Now, Saldanha returns to Brazil and reunites his beloved characters in RIO 2.  In the new film, it’s a jungle out there for Blu, Jewel and their three kids, after they’re hurtled from Rio to the wilds of the Amazon. As Blu tries to fit in, he goes beak-to-beak with the vengeful and villainous Nigel, and meets the most fearsome adversary of all…his father-in-law. 
Our favorite “Rio” characters are joined by Oscar nominee Andy Garcia, Grammy winner Bruno Mars, Tony® winner Kristin Chenoweth and Oscar/Emmy®/Tony winner Rita Moreno.  RIO 2 also features new Brazilian artists and original music by Janelle Monáe and Wondaland.
In RIO 2 we find Blu, Jewel and their family living the perfect domesticated life in the city.  The offspring are: Bia(voiced by “The Hunger Games’” Amandla Stenberg), who lives with her beak in a book and likes spouting facts and figures, just like her dad; Tiago (Pierce Gagnon, “Looper”) the youngest, who is always up for adventure, especially if it involves destroying something; and Carla (singer/actress/comedian Rachel Crow), the eldest, a spunky teen who longs to get a little space from her protective family so she can express her musical side. 
So, in RIO 2, it’s on…in the Amazon, not only visually, but musically.  “We wanted to look at different musical ‘flavors,’ sounds and exciting new beats that make the soundtrack for RIO 2 even bigger than the first film’s,” says the director.
After Saldanha wrote the story, screenwriter Don Rhymer, who had worked on “Rio,” began fleshing out Saldanha’s ideas.  It was a fruitful collaboration, which sadly ended when Rhymer passed away in late 2012.  “Don was our guy,” says Saldanha. “He embraced the vision of the first film and had really exciting ideas for RIO 2.  His death left a big gap for us.  We were lucky to have the amazing writers Carlos Kotkin, Jenny Bicks and Yoni Brenner help finish the screenplay, but Don was a very special person who played a big role in the project’s development.” 



“Rio 2” in 2D and 3D opens April 9 in theaters nationwide from 20th Century Fox to be distributed by Warner Bros.

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“DOS: The Daniel Padilla Birthday Concert at the Big Dome” Slated on April 30

“DOS: The Daniel Padilla Birthday Concert at the Big Dome” Slated on April 30

Philippine showbiz’s Teen King and Star Records’ multiplatinum-selling recording star Daniel Padilla will once again celebrate his birthday via his second major concert titled “DOS: The Daniel Padilla Birthday Concert at the Big Dome.”
After his sold-out “Daniel Live!” debut concert last year, the successful release of his “DJP” sophomore album, and due to insistent public demand, Daniel will return to the Smart Araneta Coliseum on April 30 (Wednesday) to treat everyone with his slick yet charming - uniquely DJP style - rendition of an array of new and old school rock songs like “One Way or Another” of Blondie, “Something” of The Beatles, “You Really Got Me” by Van Halen, among others.
Joining Daniel in his “DOS” concert are OPM rock icon Rico Blanco, actor-singer Khalil Ramos, Daniel’s band Parking 5, and The Reo Brothers, a band composed of four siblings from Tacloban who survived the wrath of super typhoon Yolanda.
Daniel, who will celebrate his 19th birthday on April 26, will also have performances with Teen Queen Kathryn Bernardo and other surprise guests.
Produced by ABS-CBN Integrated Events at Star Events, the ticket prices of “DOS: The Daniel Padilla Birthday Concert at the Big Dome” are as follows: P3,710 for moshpit; P3,180 for VIP; P2,970 for Patron A; P1,275 for Patron B; P745 for lower box; P530 for upper box; and P265 for general admission.
Tickets can now be purchased at the Smart Araneta Coliseum office and Ticketnet outlets nationwide. Ticket buyers may also call the Ticketnet hotline 9115555 and website at Ticketnet.com.ph.
For more updates about “DOS: The Daniel Padilla Birthday Concert at the Big Dome,” visit Star Records’ Facebook page at Facebook.com/starrecordsphil or follow @starrecordsph on Twitter.

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Louise De Los Reyes Says Bf Enzo Pineda Is Not Jealous Of Aljur Abrenica

LOUISE DE LOS REYES is having the time of her life playing the dual roles of Perlas and Alona in the hit telefantasya “Kambal Sirena”. “Mahirap kasi nga I play two different roles and very physically challenging pa ang maging sirena, lalo na ang swimming scenes,” she says. “But I’m not complaining since I’m really enjoying everything at sanay na rin ako ngayon to play both roles na one is feisty, palaban, yung sirenang si Alona, at yung isa naman, si Perlas, mahina ang loob kasi natatakot siya dahil may gills siya o hasang sa leeg kaya inaalipusta ng ibang tao. Ang nakakatuwa, very positive ang feedback from the viewers. Maraming may gusto sa show kaya nakakawala ng pagod lalo na’t nag-aapura kami ngayon sa taping. Kung minsan, kung ano yung na-tape namin today, siyang ipapalabas on the same night kaya nakaka-stress.”

What’s her boyfriend Enzo Pineda’s reaction to the show? Isn’t he getting jealous now that she’s paired with Aljur Abrenica? “No, walang selosan kasi friend naman sila ni Aljur. He’s very supportive nga. Nanonood siya at natutuwa siya for me. Abangan nyo dahil marami pang mas magagandang mangyayari sa show in the coming weeks. Mas lalalim ang kuwento.”

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Luis Manzano on Marrying Angel Locsin: "Engagement, maybe yes. Marriage, pass muna."

Luis Manzano on Marrying Angel Locsin: "Engagement, maybe yes. Marriage, pass muna."

At the sidelines of Sensodyne "Say No to Ngilo" campaign on Thursday, March 27, at the Makati Shangrila Hotel, campaign advocate Luis Manzano talked about his future with actress and real-life girlfriend Angel Locsin.

Although, he already planned  a future with "The Legal Wife" actress, Luis also admits that there things he still wanted to accomplish before settling down with her.
“Engagement, maybe yes. Marriage? To be perfectly honest, I still want to do some things. I still want to make more money,” Luis said, adding that he still has to work hard to give his family the life that they deserve. “I have this idea of a good life that I want to give my soon-to-be family. With my current income I can give a good life maybe in two, three years.”

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Tado Jimenez and Wife Lei's Love Story Featured in GMA News TV's "Wagas"

Tado Jimenez and Wife Lei's Love Story Featured in GMA News TV's "Wagas"

GMA News TV, on Saturday, unveils the unique love story of the late comedian Arvin “Tado” Jimenez and his wife Lei Segovia in "Wagas."
Featuring Mike “Pekto” Nacua as Tado and Julia Clarete palying Lei, Wagas brings to light how love connects and unites two different people. Tado met Lei back in college. Lei was a simple, demure college girl and was the lead actress in stage plays. Tado was the weirdo guy, a visual artist and an activist. But along the way, their two different worlds collided.
Before the comedian passed away in a vehicular accident in Bontoc, Tado and Lei celebrated their 20 years of togetherness.
Written by Danzen Santos and under the direction of Rember Gelera, this special episode of Wagas airs March 29, 7PM after Day Off.

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Tippy Dos Santos Performs Dyesebel’s "Tangi Kong Kailangan"

Tippy Dos Santos Performs Dyesebel’s "Tangi Kong Kailangan"

Young singer-actress Tippy Dos Santos has been chosen to interpret Tangi Kong Kailangan, the theme song of ABS-CBN’s newest primetime show Dyesebel. The song was composed by Francis and Carla Concio specifically for the show.
Topbilled by Anne Curtis, Dyesebel premiered last Monday, March 17, with impressive ratings.
“I am so thankful that ABS-CBN tapped me to sing the show’s theme song,” says Tippy. “It’s such a beautiful song – perfect for a fantastic series like Dyesebel.”
As a singer, Tippy interpreted Dati, the grand prize winner of the 2013 Philippine Popular Music Festival, alongside Sam Concepcion and Quest. She will also release her debut album of original songs within the year.
Last year, Tippy starred in the movie musical Idobidoo Bidoo as Tracy Fuentebella, the young lead of the movie. She was paired with Sam Concepcion.
On stage, she played Wendy to Sam’s Peter Pan in STAGES’ production of the well-loved fairy tale.
Currently, Tippy is part of Galema, and the upcoming movie Once A Princess, topbilled by Enchong Dee and Erich Gonzales.

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Anne Curtis To Sing Opera In New Araneta Coliseum Concert (9 Photos)

ANNE CURTIS is all set to conquer the Big Dome anew. In 2012, her “Annebisyosa” concert filled it up, which surprised even her since she’s the first to admit she’s not really a singer. She’s all set to duplicate this feat on May 16 with “The Forbidden Concert: Anne Kapal”.

“Mas marami kong pasabog na production numbers this time,” she says. “I love singing but singing didn’t love me back so I know naman my fans won’t go there for my voice, but they expect a really spectacular show and that’s what I’ll give them. I won’t say who my guests are pero abangan nyo, lalo na yung isa na kaye-yes lang at super kabog talaga dahil pumayag mag-duet kami. My voice naman has improved so I will make birit with Aegis songs and with ‘Let It Go’. I’ll sing songs from the theatre, like ‘Phantom of the Opera’, and also classical songs like opera. I think may future ako sa opera dahil mas bagay raw ang voice ko doon.”

And she started singing an operatic aria. “I’ll just need to study voice para ma-sustain ko yung high notes. O, di ba? Para maaliw ang audience. May baliw-baliwan factor. And this early, may feelers na for the concert to be shown also in various parts of the countries and the world, just like the first one.”

The title, “Forbidden”, is also the title of her new album that will be released soon, with “Made in the Philippines” as the carrier single that you can now hear on radio. The Forbidden concert is directed by Georcelle Dapat Sy with Marvin Querido as musical director, presented by Smart, Cherry Mobile, Belo and Doublemint Gum. Tickets range from P500 to P5,500. Get them from Ticketnet 911-5555 or Viva Concerts at 687-7236.

Anne is also very happy over the positive feedback that her version of “Dyesebel” is getting from viewers. “At least, all our hard work paid off, kahit hindi pa ako lumalabas at batang Dyesebel pa lang ang pinapakita,” she says. “Pinanood ko talaga lahat ng past Dyesebels to make sure mabibigyan ko ng ibang treatment ang performance ko as the iconic mermaid. I even tried to get hold of the original komiks novel of Mars Ravelo on which it was based, kaya lang wala na raw kopya.”

Meantime, the movie she’s making, “The Gifted”, with Cristine Reyes and Sam Milby, is currently on hold because its director, Chris Martines, is on vacation in Spain.

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Andi Eigenmann Sacrifices Love for Family in ‘Galema’ Finale

Andi Eigenmann Sacrifices Love for Family in ‘Galema’ Finale

Andi Eigenmann’s character in ABS-CBN’s hit afternoon fantasy series “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” is set to wage an ultimate battle against her mother, Galela (Sheryl Cruz), whom Zuma (Derick Hubalde) turned into a deadly monster.
Will Galema find in her heart to kill her own mother to protect the lives of her children, or will she do everything to bring Galela back to her normal life? In the end, will Galema realize her dream of giving her loved ones a complete and normal family? 



Don’t miss the captivating finale of “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” this Friday (March 28) after “Kapamilya Blockbusters” in ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold. 
For more updates about “Galema: Anak ni Zuma,” visit the show’s official social networking sites: Facebook.com/galemaofficial and Twitter.com/galemaofficial.

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Aljur Abrenica: "More than the big stars, Kambal Sirena is about quality program."

Aljur Abrenica: "More than the big stars, Kambal Sirena is about quality program." 

Birthday boy Aljur Abrenica takes a short break from “Kambal Sirena” taping and from recording his upcoming album to spend time with the kids of World Vision in Quezon City. It was easy for the Kapuso hunk to chose World Vision as the outreach venue for his birthday since he has pledged educational support for two children from Palawan through the non-government organization.
Aljur will be turning 24 on March 24 but he celebrated his birthday early on March 20 to not intervene with his taping schedule for his newest primetime show. Aside from spending time with his family over the weekend, the Starstruck Season 4 winner is marking his birthday with the World Vision kids. “Kailangan mag give back sa daming blessings. I am starting with World Vision.” The former Machete star was emotional when he shared how happy he is receiving letters from his beneficiaries.
Quality first on ‘Kambal Sirena’
But if there’s one wish that Aljur can ask for his birthday, it is the warm acceptance of the public for his sirena-serye “Kambal Sirena”. His new show is facing stiff competition with ABS-CBN’s “Dyesebel”. “We’re aware of the competition. Pressure? Di namin masyado iniisip yung kompetensya eh. We’re focusing more on sa kung ano ang kaya naming gawin. Kung ano man yung nagawa namin before, paano mas mahihigitan pa,” he said.
Aljur also expressed that he and his co-stars are taking more time on giving the viewers a quality show than be destructed with ratings. “Di ko nababalitaan talaga ano yung mga nangyayari sa kabila. Kung nasa trabaho kami, we’re giving our 100 percent. Mas binibigyan namin ng pansin ang quality, ang story, ang acting, ang sa camera. Di ko actually inaalam ang ratings.”
Kantar Media provided the first viewership data for this week which shows “Dyesebel” claiming the number 1 spot on Monday, March 17. “Dyesebel” debuted with 32.8% while “Kambal Sirena” started its second week with 17.9%. Other ratings provider still has to supply their data though. Continue reading HERE.

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Mark Herras Says Jennylyn Mercado Should Win An Award As 'Rhodora X' (3 Photos)

MARK HERRAS is happy for Jennylyn Mercado as she is now getting uniformly positive reviews for her portrayal of multiple characters in “Rhodora X”. “At mas lalo pang naging complex ang role niya kasi kung dati, dalawang characters lang ang ginagampanan niya, sina Rhodora at Roxanne, ngayon, naging tatlong characters na dahil nadagdag si Rowena. At hahanga ka naman talaga sa galing ni Jen dahil very convincing siya in playing all the different characters. Ako mismo, gulat na gulat kunsaan niya hinuhugot ang galing niya sa pag-arte rito. Ang husay niya in that scene na nag-aagawan sa katawan niya sina Rhodora at Roxanne kaya ang akala ng parents niyang sina Glydel Mercado at Gardo Versoza, sinasaniban siya ng masamang espiritu. Later, sa mismong harapan nila, lalabas ang ikatlong alter ego ni Jen na si Rowena, an eight year old girl. Very demanding talaga ang role at dapat lang na manalo si Jen ng award sa kakaibang galing niya rito.”

Meantime, everyone thinks Yasmien Kurdi as Angela is dead and there was even a memorial mass said for the repose of her soul. Little do they know that she’s under the care of Mark Anthony Fernandez as Nico and she’s slowly regaining her consciousness. After reading the files left behind by Dr. Vivian (Irma Adlawan), Dr. Ferds (Ervic Vijandre) confirms that Rhodora is really suffering from DID or having a split personality. Rhodora finally admits that she was the one who murdered Krista Miller as Trisha. She says she wants to clear the name of Angela. The cops arrest her and while in jail, the other prisoners beat her up so she was placed on hospital arrest. She was eventually set free on the plea of insanity. She’d have to be confined in a mental hospital instead.

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