Julie Ann San Jose Signs Recording Contract with GMA Records

Julie Ann San Jose Signs Recording Contract with GMA Records


Kapuso teen star and Youtube Singing Sensation Julie Ann San Jose inked an exclusive recording contract with GMA Records last Monday (February 21, 2012) at the GMA Network Center, Quezon City.



Present during the contract signing were (L to R) Marivic San Jose (Julie Anne’s mom), GMA Artist Center Executive Arsi Baltazar, GMA Network EVP and CFO & GMA Records EVP and COO Felipe S. Yalong, VP for Talent Development and Management Department Ida Henares and GMA Records Managing Director Rene Salta.

Julie Anne will be recording the theme songs of GMA Films’ upcoming projects My Kontrabida Girl & Just One Summer. Her first album under GMA Records is set to launch in the middle of this year.

By JED || Full Story @ Sihowbiznest

Controversial Thriller “Anonymous” Exclusive at Ayala Malls Cinemas

Controversial Thriller “Anonymous” Exclusive at Ayala Malls Cinemas


Set in the political snake-pit of Elizabethan England, Columbia Pictures' new thriller “Anonymous” speculates on an issue that has for centuries intrigued academics and brilliant minds such as Mark Twain, Charles Dickens, and Sigmund Freud, namely: who actually created the body of work credited to William Shakespeare?

Experts have debated, books have been written, and scholars have devoted their lives to protecting or debunking theories surrounding the authorship of the most renowned works in English literature. “Anonymous” poses one possible answer, focusing on a time when scandalous political intrigue, illicit romances in the Royal Court, and the schemes of greedy nobles lusting for the power of the throne were brought to light in the most unlikely of places: the London stage.

To be shown soon exclusively at Ayala Malls Cinemas (Glorietta 4, Greenbelt 3 and Trinoma), “Anonymous” stars Rhys Ifans, Vanessa Redgrave, Joely Richardson, David Thewlis, Xavier Samuel, Sebastian Armesto, Rafe Spall, Edward Hogg, Jamie Campbell Bower, and Derek Jacobi. The film is directed by Roland Emmerich from the script by John Orloff.




It might not seem that Roland Emmerich – best known as the director of the epic blockbusters “Independence Day,” “The Day After Tomorrow” and “2012” – would necessarily choose as his next project a story set in Elizabethan England. However, for nearly ten years, he has wanted to make a film with the Shakespeare authorship question as a backdrop – a yearning that is fulfilled with “Anonymous.”

Screenwriter John Orloff says he had been fascinated by the Shakespeare authorship question since first learning about the controversy as a 25-year-old graduate student 20 years ago. “My first thought was, ‘Why had no one told me this?!’” he says. “My second thought was that this would make a fantastic film. It had everything – murder, sex, lies, betrayal – truly the stuff of Shakespearean drama.”

In writing that story, Orloff centered around the idea of two writers – Shakespeare, the front man, and the true writer, behind the curtain. “Ben Jonson wrote the introduction to the first folio, the first official published plays of Shakespeare – he writes this beautiful, beautiful poem dedicated to Shakespeare who by that point, had been dead for several years. But if you read other Jonson works, some shorter poems or some of his plays, he’s not quite so laudatory of Shakespeare and his poems actually make fun of him and are very angry with him. It made me think that Jonson was talking about two different people – one, the true poet, and the other, a fraud.”




Emmerich was immediately receptive to Orloff’s idea – and the director had some big ideas that he felt the story could support. “The script is very much about the relationship between Ben Jonson, William Shakespeare, and Edward De Vere – that is very much the heart of the movie – but I felt it just needed a little more than that. I asked myself, ‘What was the most important thing in that era?’ and it was clearly succession” – the question of who would follow the heirless Elizabeth on the throne.

“I had a little story about art and jealousy,” says Orloff, “and with that suggestion, Roland wanted to propel the script into a whole new dimension of dramatic possibility.”

“What intrigued me was not just the idea that William Shakespeare did not write the plays,” says Emmerich. “That spark opened up all sorts of avenues for the story, to look at the creative fire in people and to explore the relationship between art and politics – is the pen truly mightier than the sword?”

Tackling a subject that is so widely discussed and documented proved rather tricky for Orloff in the early stages of his script writing. He says, “Writing something that is based on non-fiction and historical material simply has to find a way to balance between fact and drama,” says Orloff. “We tried as much as possible to keep to historical facts – and I’m very proud of how accurate it is, as long as you take the conceit that the movie portrays DeVere as the writer of the works and not William Shakespeare. Not everyone’s going to agree with that!”




“Roland has such a feel for the exciting topics that get people out of their chairs,” says producer Kirstin Winkler. “I certainly don’t think that the film is trying to dictate his story as the truth; it’s just one take on the authorship question, telling one tale.”

That said, Winkler goes on that she expects Emmerich’s film to be controversial. “There is quite a radical group of Stratfordians out there who feel very strongly about preserving the image of Shakespeare as the writer of the plays and sonnets,” she says.

But controversy aside, actor David Thewlis says that the film works well simply as a story. “No matter what you believe, it’s a great story,” he says. “Roland is very passionate about authorship question and he wants to put it to a wider audience. He is a very mischievous man, but I think he’s been rather daring to do this story – he likes to push people’s buttons.”

By JED || Full Story @ Showbiznest

Vina Morales Turns into a Nun this Saturday

Vina Morales Turns into a Nun this Saturday


Singer-actress Vina Morales portrays the character of a nun in “Maalaala Mo Kaya” this Saturday (February 25).

She gives life to the role of Jane, a teacher who stood up to her faith and became a nun despite of her family’s disapproval. But Jane eventually left the convent to marry the man she unexpectedly fell in love with. Unfortunately, Jane’s faith will be tested with her husband’s infidelity.




Together with Vina in the “MMK” episode are Mark Gil, Gina Pareño, Boots Anson-Roa, Mikylla Ramirez, Sharlene San Pedro, Menggie Cobarubbias, Tess Antonio, Eda Nollan, Almira Muhlach, Khaycee Aboloc, Patrick Sugui, and Johan Santos.



Don’t miss another master piece this Saturday in the longest running drama anthology of Asia, “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK), after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, follow MMKOfficial on Twitter, and “like” www.faceboook.com/MMKOfficial.

By JED || Full Story @ Showbiznest

Aboard with the King of the World and Rose in ‘Titanic’ 3D

Aboard with the King of the World and Rose in ‘Titanic’ 3D


Return to the deep as 20th Century fox brings back “Titanic” in 3D to the big screen on a global theatrical release on April coinciding with its 100th anniversary since sailing.

Opening April 7th in the Phils., the most celebrated film in history is presented to an untapped new generation of audience in 3D format.




James Cameron who pioneered the first and only truly immersive 3D in “Avatar” brings back timeless “Titanic” in its full glory with enhanced, never-before-seen experience re-mastered in digital 3D. Starring today’s most admired and accomplished actors Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, “Titanic” first released in 1997 is an epic romance and disaster film. A fictionalized story of what was then believed to be unsinkable, “Titanic” is the voyage of the most luxurious ship ever built, the RMS Titanic where Jack (DiCaprio) and Rose (Winslet) fall in love aboard the ship during its ill-fated maiden voyage.

Amid the thick crowd of well-wishers before the ship’s sail, Rose and Jack would soon meet that would change their lives forever. Rose, a 17-year-old belonging to the upper class American society is suffocating under the rigid expectations of her class suddenly finds herself drawn to the free-spirited steerage passenger Jack. Rose and Jack’s forbidden love begins a powerful mystery that ultimately echoes across the years into the present. Nothing on earth is going to come between them — not even something as unimaginable as the sinking of Titanic.



Prepare to board when “TITANIC” 3D sets sail once again worldwide on April 7 (Saturday) from 20th Century Fox to be distributed by Warner Bros. (in Philippines).

By JED || Full Story @ Showbiznest

It’s All About Love in Tambayan 101.9

It’s All About Love in Tambayan 101.9


When it comes to love, people tune in to three Tambayan 101.9 DJs who are ready to coach, to give advice, and even to help people find their match.

They write to DJ Jasmin, talk to DJ Chacha, or go on a dating game through DJ Charlie.

“Usapang Tambayan,” hosted by DJ Charlie everday from 1 pm to 3pm, has paved the way for many listeners to find possible life partners. In fact, the daily dating game has touched the lives of its listeners and even produced two couples who have been blessed with children.

“I was even invited to their weddings,” the bubbly DJ shared. “And mind you, I was actually a ninong.”

In his program, DJ Charlie features a “hotseater” who shares with the public the kind of person he or she wants to meet. Four callers get to chat with the “hotseater” for five minutes on air. At the end of the program, the hotseater makes a decision and they are supposed to have an “eyeball” or meet in person.

DJ Charlie says his program doesn’t discriminate hotseaters. Anyone can join his show and he always does his best to make sure that both the “hotseater” and the callers are comfortable. “There are some who are shy at first, but I help them open up. That way, they can find the person who will really click with their personalities,” he said.

If DJ Charlie is Tambayan’s matchmaker, then DJ Jasmin is Tambayan’s love counselor. Her program ““Dear Jasmin,” which was recently adjudged the Most Development Oriented Program at the 2012 Gandingan Awards, features letter from listeners, whose stories are turned into radio dramas. It is the only radio drama which airs on the FM band.

DJ Jasmin is very much hands-on when it comes to her show. She not only narrates the letter, prepares the dramas, and plays the songs, but she also gives advice, which isn’t always easy.

“There are days when giving advice just comes out naturally, but there also times when I am also going through something myself,” the KBP Golden Dove awardee and Gandingan Awards’ Best DJ for 2012 laughed. “Heartaches actually enable me to become a better advisor!”

Her skills were put to the test when she encountered a case of a love triangle in the program. A balikbayan named Ben wrote to share how he went to the Philippines to confront his best friend, Morris, who impregnated his girlfriend.

Incidentally, Morris was actually tuned in to Tambayan 101.9 on the day that Jasmin read his letter. A month later, he also wrote to ““Dear Jasmin”” because he thought the program could be a way for him to explain his side to Ben and DJ Jasmin could be a way for him to reach out to his friend.

“Sadly, the issue hasn’t been resolved yet. But I’m still in touch with both Ben and Morris and I’m hoping the time will come when they’ll both be ready to talk to each other,” DJ Jasmin said.

As for DJ Chacha, whose program “Ano’ng Meron” airs from 9 pm to 12 midnight, it’s all about being someone whom listeners can call to talk about their love life, including issues that cater to a more mature audience.

One time, a male called tried to turn the tables. He noticed how DJ Chacha was always the one giving advice and thought she might want to open up also since she might also have her own problems too. She found it cute and was touched by the caller’s effort.

Other callers though have different agenda like asking her out on a date.

“All I can offer is a dose of ‘mwahmwah-tsuptsup’ for now,” DJ Chacha laughed.

So tune in to Tambayan 101.9 and connect with DJ Charlie, DJ Jasmin, and DJ Chacha by calling 924-2684 or 415-1111. Watch the live streaming at www.tambayan1019.com . Catch DJ Charlie in “Usapang Tambayan” from 1 pm to 3 pm, DJ Jasmin in “Dear Jasmin” from 11 am to 1 pm, and DJ Chacha in “Ano’ng Meron” from 9 pm to 12 mn only in the 2012 Gandingan Awards Best FM Station awardee, Tambayan 101.9 San ka pa!

By JED || Full Story @ Showbiznest

“My Week With Marilyn” Only at Ayala Malls Cinemas Starting February 29

“My Week With Marilyn” Only at Ayala Malls Cinemas Starting February 29


The Weinstein Company's critically acclaimed and Oscar-nominated film “My Week With Marilyn” starring Michelle Williams and Kenneth Branagh will be shown exclusively at Ayala Malls Cinemas (Glorietta 4, Greenbelt 3 and Trinoma) starting February 29.

The film has been nominated for two Academy Awards, namely Best Actress (Williams) and Best Supporting Actor (Branagh).

In the film, fresh graduate Colin Clark (Eddie Redmayne) met Marilyn Monroe (Williams) while working as a young assistant on Laurence Olivier's "The Prince and the Showgirl." When Marilyn experienced emotional difficulties during shooting, the 23-year-old third assistant director came to her aid and romance developed. But one week of honesty and fun was not enough to save the doomed star from self-destruction…




In its review of the “My Week With Marilyn,” Variety is all praises for the film, saying, “To the extent that Michelle Williams' multilayered interpretation of Marilyn Monroe serves as its raison d'etre, the film succeeds stunningly.

“The film belongs to Williams, whose tour-de-force turn conflates three Marilyns: the lost, damaged little girl who seeks to escape others' expectations and return to simpler childhood days; the sexy superstar who impishly poses with a wink in complicity with her public; and the actress playing a pre-scripted part. The genius of the performance lies in the way Williams stresses the interconnectedness of these personalities: The neediness fuels the impudence, the vulnerability turns sexually provocative, and the little girl and sexpot together drive the screen role.”

The Hollywood Reporter, for its part, writes, “Monroe's beauty was one of a kind. No one, not even Williams, can act it. What Williams does, with fierce artistry and feeling, is illuminate Monroe's insights and insecurities about herself at the height of her fame. Her scenes with a superb Kenneth Branagh, his wit martini-dry as the thin-lipped, defensive Olivier, ignite. It took a toll on Monroe to look effortlessly buoyant on camera. Williams lets us see why. It's a great, soulful performance. Sit back and behold.”

Finally, Time Magazine applauds, “It’s the compassion of her performance that makes Williams end up not just looking but feeling like Marilyn Monroe. Williams locates a central truth, the contradictory allure of this utterly impossible woman — mercurial, vain, foolish, but also intelligent in some very primal way and achingly vulnerable. You like her, but you wouldn’t want to work with or for her.”

By JED || Full Story @ Showbiznest

Lovi Poe in Esquire Mexico

Lovi Poe in Esquire Mexico

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Kapuso sexy actress Lovi Poe is featured in the latest issue of Mexican franchise of Esquire magazine as tweeted by her friend Raymond Gutierrez.

“It’s so surreal. I’m very thankful na nafeature ako sa Esquire Magazine sa Mexico. The concept was one of my dream shoots and now it’s out pa sa ibang bansa. I’m really happy.” Lovi said of the news.

By JED || Full Story @ Showbiznest

Tambayan 101.9, Patok sa Usapang Pag-ibig

Patok na patok ang tatlong love jocks ng FM station Tambayan 101.9 at talagang sinusubaybayan ng mga taga-pakinig pagdating sa usapang pag-ibig. Ito ay sina DJ Charlie, DJ Jasmin, at DJ Chacha.

Marami na ang nakatagpo ng kanilang special someone sa pamamagitan ng programa ni DJ Charlie na “Usapang Tambayan” na mala-dating-game ang tema. Katunayan, dalawang pares na sa mga ito ang nagpakasal. “Imbitado pa nga ako sa wedding nila,” kwento ng masayahing DJ Charlie. “Hindi lang ako bisita ha, kundi ninong pa.”

Si DJ Jasmin naman ang taga-payo ng Tambayan sa kanyang programang “Dear Jasmin,” na kamakailan ay kinilala bilang Most Development Oriented Program sa 2012 Gandingan Awards. Tampok dito ang sulat ng mga taong may problema sa pag-ibig na isinasalin bilang drama sa radyo at pagkatapos ay nagbibigay ng payo si DJ Jasmin.

Aminado si DJ Jasmin na kung minsan ay mahirap ang magbigay ng payo, maliban na lamang kung siya mismo ay may pinagdaraanan. “Sa mga ganoong pagkakataon, natural na natural ang pagbibigay ko ng mga payo,” natatawang sabi ng KBP Golden Dove awardee at Gandingan Awards’ Best DJ for 2012. “Pag ako mismo ang broken-hearted, parang ang galing-galing kong mag-payo.”

Minsan nang nasubok ang galing ni DJ Jasmin sa pagbibigay ng payo, nang sumulat ang isang balikbayan na si Ben. Kwento nito, bumalik siya ng Pilipinas upang kumprontahin ang lalaking nakabuntis sa kasintahan niya. Ito ay ang mismong matalik na kaibigan niyang si Morris.

Nagkataon namang nakikinig si Morris nang basahin ni DJ Jasmin ang sulat ni Ben. Makalipas ang isang buwan, sumulat din si Morris upang magpaliwanag, dahil umaasa siyang sa pamamagitan ng programa ay maipapaliwanag niya kay Ben ang panig niya.

“Nakakalungkot kasi hindi pa rin naaayos ang problema nila hanggang ngayon. Pero patuloy naman ang ugnayan ko kay Ben at kay Morris at umaasa akong balang-araw ay magiging handa na silang mag-usap,” sabi ni DJ Jasmin.

Samantala, si DJ Chacha naman sa programang “Ano’ng Meron” ang takbuhan ng mga listeners na nais mag-kwento tungkol sa lovelife, maging sa mga issue na para sa mga mature audience lamang.

Iba’t ibang klase ng mga love issues ang itinatawag sa kanya ng mga callers. May mga pagkakataon din naman na tatawag sila para lamang yayain si DJ Chacha na makipag-date! “Nakakaaliw sila pero sa ngayon, hanggang ‘mwahmwah-tsuptsup’ na lang muna ang kaya kong ibigay,” sabi niya.

Tumutok kina DJ Charlie, DJ Jasmin, at DJ Chacha sa mga hotlines ng Tambayan 101.9: 924-2684 o 415-1111. Maari rin mapanood ang love streaming sa www.tambayan1019.com. Si DJ Charlie ay mapapakinggan sa “Usapang Tambayan” mula 1 pm hanggang 3 pm, si DJ Jasmin sa “Dear Jasmin” mula 11 am hanggang 1 pm, at si DJ Chacha sa “Ano’ng Meron” mula 9 pm hanggang 1 am sa 2012 Gandingan Awards Best FM Station awardee, Tambayan 101.9 San ka pa!

By Night Owl || Full Story: Kapamilyanewsngayon

Vina, Nagmadre!

Madre ang role ni Vina Morales sa pagbibidahan niyang episode sa “Maalaala Mo Kaya” ngayong Sabado (Pebrero 25). Gaganap siya bilang si Jane, isang gurong nagdesisyong maging isang madre sa kabila nang pagtutol ng kaniyang pamilya. Ngunit sa gitna ng kanyang bokasyon, iibig si Jane na magtutulak sa kanyang lisanin ang kumbento at magsimula ng sarili niyang pamilya. Paano haharapin ng isang dating alagad ng Diyos ang mga dagok sa buhay na susubok sa kanyang pananampalataya? Kasama ni Vina sa “MMK” episode sina Mark Gil, Gina Pareño, Boots Anson-Roa, Mikylla Ramirez, Sharlene San Pedro, Menggie Cobarubbias, Tess Antonio, Eda Nollan, Almira Muhlach, Khaycee Aboloc, Patrick Sugui, at Johan Santos. Ito ay sa ilalim ng pananaliksik ni Alex Martin, panulat ni Joan Habana, at sa direksiyon ni Raz dela Torre. Huwag palampasin ang madamdaming pagganap ni Vina 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.faceboook.com/MMKOfficial.

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‘It’s Showtime’ Barkada’s Off-Cam Camaraderie in ‘Us Girls’

‘It’s Showtime’ Barkada’s Off-Cam Camaraderie in ‘Us Girls’


The camaraderie of the “It’s Showtime” barkada translates well on TV, but how do the hosts bond off-cam? Fans of the Kapamilya noontime show are in for a treat tomorrow, February 23, as “Us Girls” finds out if there’s more to their on-screen friendship.

Know what makes them tick as revealed by hosts Anne Curtis, Billy Crawford, Coleen Garcia, Jhong Hilario, Karylle, Kuya Kim Atienza, Jugs and Teddy, Ryan Bang, Vice Ganda, and Vhong Navarro.

“Unoffically Yours” stars Angel Locsin and John Lloyd Cruz will uncover their preparations and experiences while filming the box-office hit movie, while Kamikazee lead vocalist Jay Contreras will share his and his wife’s wedding story when they got married in a cemetery.

“Us Girls” fab hosts Iya Villania and Angel Aquino will also feature one of today’s hottest OPM rock bands, Tanya Markova as its members spill the secret behind their name and the reason they put on flashy costumes during their gigs.

The premier lifestyle magazine show will also reveal what’s special about ‘leaplings,’ or people born on February 29 and debunk myths about their attitude, disposition, and skills. Aside from that, Iya and Angel will also troop to a restaurant that serves dishes based on the customer’s mood.

All these and more in the 2012 UPLB Gandingan Awards’ Best Women-Oriented Program, “Us Girls” tomorrow, February 23, on Studio 23 at 9:30 p.m. or watch it anytime on www.studio23.tv.

By JED || Full Story @ Showbiznest

Star Records Receives 7 Nominations at MYX Music Awards 2012

Star Records Receives 7 Nominations at MYX Music Awards 2012


Star Records bagged seven nominations in this year’s MYX Music Awards (MMA) 2012.

Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano contends his song “Where Do I Begin” as ‘Favorite media Soundtrack’; Yeng Constantino as ‘Favorite Artist’ and ‘Favorite Female Artist;’ Angeline Quinto as ‘Favorite New Artist;’ meanwhile, Juris joins the competition for the ‘Favorite MYX Live Performance’ category; Sam Milby’s “Hindi Kita Iiwan” music video as ‘Favorite Mellow Video;’ and Jericho Rosales’ song “Bumuhos Man ang Ulan” as ‘Favorite Media Soundtrack.’

MYX Music Awards 2012 awarding ceremonies will be held on March 13, and the voting period ends on March 9. Log on to www.myxph.com for the voting procedure and preferences. For the latest updates on your favorite Star Records artists, log on to www.starrecords.ph.

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Al Galang Speaks: "I'm excited for Vicki. Her newfound happiness suits her."

Al Galang Speaks: "I'm excited for Vicki. Her newfound happiness suits her."

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Al Galang, a 28-year-old former model and now owner and director of Sundar Bikram Yoga in Greenhills, San Juan, is being dragged in the Dra. Vicki Belo - Hayden Kho split-up (read related article HERE).

And to clear things out, Al speaks to deny his involvement with the former on-and-off couple’s relationship problem.

“This is all an issue between two parties, Hayden and Vicki. As long as I've known them, they've in a faithful relationship; eventually it just didn't work out.

“At the end of the day, Vicki and Hayden are two adults going through a necessary process in order to come out on top as two better people,” he said.

How about the letter Hayden said he sent Dra. Belo proving they have an intimate relationship?

“I wouldn’t put too much stock in that letter though; I don’t even remember it. I’ve given her notes and words of encouragement in the past, but I don’t know what this particular letter is all about. I don’t even remember who it’s for! Haha.” Al clarified.

The former Mossimo Bikini Summit runner-up also expressed his excitement on Dra. Belo's decision to stay single and happy.

“Vicki is an awesome gal. And as a close friend of Vicki's Family, I will continue to offer my full support in what has become quite a bit of an ordeal. She is an amazing woman that has been through much worse than this. I have no doubt in my mind she'll be ok.

“I’m actually excited for her; she really seems to enjoy being single. Her newfound happiness definitely suits her.”

By JED || Full Story @ Showbiznest

Bea Alonzo Covers MEG Magazine March 2012 Issue

Kapamilya Primetime Drama Queen Bea Alonzo is on the cover of Meg Magazine March 2012 issue.
 
The 24-year old actress shares about on accepting her body and exuding confidence. Well for all avid Bea fans out there who loved to collect her magazine covers, you should know that this is her first ever cover for MEG magazine.

 Other features inside MEG’s March 2012 issue include “255+ Fashion & Beauty Picks,” “Will a Boob Job Save Your Relationship?," “Iza Calzado: From fat to Fit” and more.
 As of now, Bea is busy on preparing for her upcoming movie under Star Cinema with Derek Ramsay as her leading man. Also with her reunion TV project with John Lloyd Cruz that set to begin on taping by next month.

 Meg Magazine March 2012 issue out now! So what are you waiting for? Grab Your Copy now! : )
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Bonding ng 'It's Showtime' Barkada, Silipin sa 'Us Girls'

Kwelang-kwela sa telebisyon at sa madlang people ang hosts ng Kapamilya noontime show na “It’s Showtime” ngunit kasing-kalog ba ang samahan nila sa likod ng kamera?

Sisilipin ng “Us Girls” bukas (Feb 23) ang kakaiba at tunay na pagba-bonding ng hosts na sina Anne Curtis, Billy Crawford, Coleen Garcia, Karylle, Kuya Kim Atienza, Jhong Hilario, Jugs at Teddy, Ryan Bang, Vice Ganda, at Vhong Navarro ng noontime program na nagpapasaya ng madlang people tuwing tanghali.

Magpapakilig din sina Angel Locsin at John Lloyd Cruz sa mga Kabarkada at magkekwento sa hosts na sina Iya Villania at Angel Aquino ng kanilang mga naging paghahanda at karanasan sa pagganap sa box-office hit movie na “Unofficially Yours.”

Kilalanin din ang mga miyembro ng Tanya Markova na ibubunyag ang ibig sabihin ng pangalan ng kanilang banda at ang konsepto sa kanilang mga kakaibang outfit. Ibabahagi naman ng vocalist ng Kamikazee na si Jay Contreras ang espesyal na kasalan nila ng kanyang asawa sa loob mismo ng isang sementeryo.

Matutuklasan din kung totoo nga bang kakaiba ang ugali, abilidad, at kalooban ng mga tinatawag na ‘leapling’ o mga taong may kaarawan na Pebrero 29. Bukod pa riyan, dadalhin din nina Iya at Angel ang mga kabarkada sa isang restaurant na naghahain ng mga putahe base sa mood ng customer.

Lahat ng iyan sa Best Women-Oriented Program sa 2012 UPLB Gandingan Awards, “Us Girls” bukas (Feb 23) sa Studio 23, 9:30 p.m. o panoorin ito anumang oras sa www.studio23.tv.

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Marjorie Kwan Killed, Dabawenyos Call for Justice

Marjorie Kwan Killed, Dabawenyos Call for Justice


Dabawenyos condemned the killing of a registered nurse and urged Vice Mayor Rodrigo Duterte to immediately act on the murder using his “iron fist”.

Chinese-Filipino registered nurse Marjorie Kwan was on her way home to RGA Village, Paciano Bangoy, this city, when shot dead by riding in tandem gunmen around 11:30 a.m. Saturday.

Witnesses said Kwan refused to surrender her bag to the gunmen, prompting one of the suspects to shoot her. The victim succumbed to four gunshot wounds in her hand, chest, back and head.

Family and friends of the 23-year-old victim, through social networking site Facebook, condemned the killing and called for justice for Kwan.

A Justice for Marjorie Kwan page was created on Facebook and it already has 3,948 likes as of this posting.

In their Facebook accounts, several Dabawenyos also called on Duterte to immediately address the problem with criminals in the city.

The elder Duterte is known as Davao's “The Punisher” for his strong stance against criminals.

Police said on Sunday they already have the identity of the suspects, but refused to reveal them pending further investigation.

Before the shooting of Kwan, the residences of Davao-based journalists Radyo ng Bayan manager Peng Aliño, TV 5 Davao editor Jefry Tupas and Philippine Daily Inquirer Mindanao bureau chief Nico Alconaba were ransacked by still unidentified robbers.

- Sources: Ben O. Tesiorna and Nelson Bagafuro, Sun.Star Davao/Sunnex

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Gary V. at Iba Pang Star Records Artists, Nominado sa MYX Music Awards 2012

Contender si Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano sa MYX Music Awards 2012 kung saan nominado ang kanta niyang "Where Do I Begin" sa kategoryang Favorite Media Soundtrack. Kasamang nominado ni Gary V. ang mga kapwa singer niya sa ilalim ng Star Records na sina Yeng Constantino, Angeline Quinto, Sam Milby, Juris, and Jericho Rosales. Nakasungkit si Yeng ng nominasyon sa dalawang kategorya: ‘Favorite Artist’ at ‘Favorite Female Artist;’ samantalang pasok naman sa ‘Favorite New Artist’ si Angeline, ‘Favorite MYX Live Performance’ si Juris, ‘Favorite Mellow Video’ ang music video ng kantang “Hindi Kita Iiwan” ni Sam, at ‘Favorite Media Soundtrack’ ang kantang “Bumuhos Man ang Ulan” ni Jericho. Magaganap ang awarding ceremonies ng MYX Music Awards 2012 sa Marso 13 at ang deadline ng pagboto ay hanggang Marso 9 na lang kaya’t suportahan at iboto na ang inyong mga paboritong Star Records artists. Mag-log on sa www.myxph.com para sa iba’t ibang paraan at proseso ng pag-boto. Para sa karagdagang impormasyon mag-log on www.starrecords.ph.

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Julius, Ipagtatanggol ang mga Kagubatan sa 'Krusada'

Tutungo si Julius Babao sa City of Pines upang busisiin ang mga punong nais umanong putulin at ilipat ng pamunuan ng SM Baguio upang tayuan ng panibagong building ngayong Huwebes (Feb 23) sa “Krusada.”

Aalamin din niya kung ano ang pananaw ni Mayor Mauricio Domogan at ang pinuno ng grupong tutol sa pagputol ng mga puno sa proyektong ito ng SM.

Maraming mga puno sa bansa ang pinuputol makakuha lamang ng espasyo sa lupain. Kagulat-gulat ang lantarang pagkasira ng mga kagubatang sakop ng protected areas tulad ng Sierra Madre, na siyang natitirang pinakamalawak na kagubatan sa bansa o halos kalahati rin ng kabuuang kagubatan ng Pilipinas.

Sa kanyang patuloy na paglaban para sa kalikasan, ikakampanya ni Julius ang reforestation o ang pagtatanim ng mga puno para maibalik ang natural na ganda ng mga kagubatan. Bukod din sa pagpapaigting ng pagbabantay sa mga kagubatan laban sa mga magtotroso, nakikita ni Julius na dapat ding mabigyan pa ng mas malawak na suporta sa forest guards na minsan ay nagbubuwis ng buhay alang-alang sa pagbabantay.
Makinig, makisama, at makiisa sa kampanya ni Julius para sa pagkabuhay ng ating mga kagubatan at ng kalikasan ngayong Huwebes (Feb 23) sa “Krusada,” na nominado sa Social Issues/Current Events category ng prestihiyosong 2012 New York Festivals International Television & Film Awards, bukas pagkatapos ng “Bandila” sa ABS-CBN. Maaari rin itong panoorin sa mas maagang pag-ere nito sa DZMM TeleRadyo (SkyCable Channel 26), 9:15 p.m.

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Ash Wednesday Today Marks the Start of Lenten Season

Ash Wednesday Today Marks the Start of Lenten Season


The 40-day Lenten season begins today, Ash Wednesday, considered as a universal day of fasting, abstinence, prayer, self-denial, and repentance.

In keeping with an old religious tradition, priests in violet vestments, the color of penance, will mark the foreheads of the faithful with a cross using the ashes of burnt palm fronds from last year's Palm Sunday observance with a gentle reminder: ''Remember man, thou art dust and unto dust thou shall return'' (Genesis 3:19) or with a challenge: ''Turn away from sin and be faithful to the Gospel'' (Mark 1:15). The faithful traditionally retain the ashes on their foreheads until sundown as a sign of humility and complete surrender to God.

Gospel reflections taken from Mark 6:1-6, 16-18 will focus on Jesus' warning against hypocrisy as well as His teachings on alms-giving, works of piety and charity, praying, and fasting which, He said, must be done ''not for others to see, but in secret, so that the Father who sees in secret will give His just reward.''

On Wednesday and on Good Friday, Catholics between the ages of 18 and 59, except for the sick, are permitted to consume only one full meal, which may be supplemented by two smaller meals, which together should not exceed the full meal. Those who are 14-years-old and above are also required to abstain from meat on Wednesday and on all Fridays for the duration of the the Lenten season.

Read from source HERE.

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GMA Films' 'The Road' to Hollywood: History in the Making for Philippine Movies

After freaking the hell out of moviegoers in the Philippines with its unique but effectively haunting storyline and superb cinematography,

GMA Films’ 2011 thriller movie The Road will pave the way to Hollywood fame as it becomes the first ever all-Filipino film to be commercially released in North America and Canada this May.
 Through an international distribution agreement with GMA Films, Hollywood-based international film distribution outfit Freestyle Releasing will commercially release The Road in the mainstream American and Canadian markets beginning May 11, 2012.
 
The movie, a brainchild of internationally-acclaimed film director Yam Laranas, will be shown in over 50 theaters across North America and Canada.  And just like any Hollywood movie, The Road will also hold a glitzy premiere night at the Mann Chinese Theater in Los Angeles, California on May 9.  The event will be graced by the film’s producers, cast, Laranas as well as prominent celebrities in Hollywood and the international film industry.
 “I think this is the first time that a locally-produced Filipino film will be distributed commercially by an international releasing outfit in the U.S. and Canada, and treated like a Hollywood-produced movie.  This is not simply a special off-shore screening of a locally-produced film; this is in fact a full-fledged commercial distribution deal, and there’s a big difference between the two,” said GMA Films President Annette Gozon-Abrogar.
 “We are honored to have the opportunity to exhibit the ingenuity and creativity of our artists and directors in the international market.  It’s about time that we show the world that we, Filipinos, are not only good in boxing or singing, but we can also excel in the field of movie-making.  The release of The Road in the U.S. and Canada is good news not just for GMA Films but also for the Philippine film industry because this would inspire especially our new generation of directors, writers, cinematographers and artists to perfect their skills and aspire for greater heights,” said GMA Chairman and CEO Felipe L. Gozon.
 Laranas also expressed his happiness on the outcome of his film.

“I am very excited for GMA in this history-making and pioneering development for The Road.  This opens a ton of possibilities on the international arena not just for GMA Films or GMA Network but also for GMA Pinoy TV.  This only proves the quality entertainment of international standards is highly-important to the network,” he said.
 

Described by international film critics as “creepy to the extreme” (KillerFilm.com) and a “beautifully shot supernatural tale with incredible effects and great scares” (Bloody Disgusting), The Road is a story about a twelve-year-old cold case, which was recently reopened when three teenagers went missing while traversing an infamous and abandoned road.  As investigators try to find leads to the whereabouts of the missing teens, they also unearth the road’s gruesome past that spans two decades – a history of abduction, crimes and murders.  Although the road is isolated, anyone who tries to pass through it can be sure that he is not alone.  Lingering in the dark and desolate pathway is a vengeful ghost who makes sure no one leaves the road – alive!
 
The movie stars Rhian Ramos, Carmina Villarroel, Marvin Agustin, TJ Trinidad, tween stars Alden Richards, Barbie Forteza, Louise delos Reyes, Derrick Monasterio, Lexi Fernandez, Ynna Asistio and Renz Valerio. Also starring in the film are John Regala, Lloyd Samartino, Gerald Madrid, Allan Paule and Ms Jacklyn Jose.
 The Road will also be simultaneously released in digital home video format (DVD) and will be made available globally via subscription-based and online distribution platforms including Video-on-Demand (VoD), Amazon Prime, Netflix, and iTunes.
 GMA Films is the movie production arm of media giant GMA Network, Inc.
- text courtesy of GMA Network By Zeaven28 || Full Story: Pinoy Showbiz Surfer

Two TV5 Shows Earn Finalist Slots at the New York Festivals

Two TV5 Shows Earn Finalist Slots at the New York Festivals


After its impressive finish in the Asian TV Awards late last year, TV5 is set to conquer international recognition yet again after earning two nods at the prestigious New York Festivals TV and Film Awards scheduled this April.
Wanted – Child Special (hosted by Raffy Tulfo) is a finalist at the Community Service Programs category, while NEWS5 Debates – Hamon sa Pagbabago (A Challenge For Change) hosted by NEWS5 chief Luchi Cruz-Valdes, Atty. Dong Puno and Paolo Bediones is listed at the Politics category.

The two Kapatid programs from the network’s news and information division will be competing with other programs from over 40 countries.

Since its major relaunch last March 2010, the Kapatid Network has been on a winning streak in terms of viewership and recognitions - most notable of which was its Asian TV Awards trophy for Star Confessions last December 2011. Two other Kapatid programs - Talentadong Pinoy (Best General Entertainment category) and Lokomoko (Best Comedy Programme category) - competed in Asia’s most prestigious award-giving body - making TV5 the most competitive Philippine TV network in the Asian TV Awards last year.

By JED || Full Story @ Showbiznest