Xian Lim Releases Debut Album Titled “So It’s You”

Xian Lim Releases Debut Album Titled “So It’s You”


From being one of the country’s hottest actors, Xian Lim is marking another milestone in his showbiz career as he is now a certified recording artist with his debut album titled “So It’s You” released by Star Records.

After winning the hearts of primetime TV viewers in the drama series “My Binondo Girl” topbilled by Kim Chiu; enchanting ladies with his magazine covers and TV commercials; and proving his hosting skills in the recently held Bb. Pilipinas, Xian Lim is now ready to prove his talent in singing.

“Having your own album is every musician’s dream so I was very happy when I found out that I am going to do one. It is what I really wanted,” Xian said.

Under Star Records, “So It’s You” features five tracks including its carrier single “Puso Kong Hibang,” which is Xian’s original composition. Completing the tracklist are the “My Binondo Girl” theme song “Ako’y Sa’yo Lamang,” and Xian’s revivals of OPM hit songs “So It’s You,” “Reaching Out” and “Oh Babe.”




“So It’s You” album is available for download on www.starrecords.com.ph, www.musicstore.ph, and on iTunes in www.amazon.com on May 10.

For more information visit Star Records’ Facebook fanpage at www.facebook.com/starrecordsphil or follow @starrecordsph on Twitter.

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‘Princess and I’ Marathon Special this Saturday

‘Princess and I’ Marathon Special this Saturday


ABS-CBN will air a marathon special of the first two weeks of its newest Primetime Bida ‘royal teleserye,’ “Princess and I” this Saturday (April 28), before “It’s Showtime.”

Be enchanted once again with the impressive cast, plot, costumes, musical score, and sceneries of the trending and top-rating drama series topbilled by the ‘primetime princess’ Kathryn Bernardo together with its powerhouse cast Albert Martinez, Gretchen Barretto, Precious Lara Quigaman, Enrique Gil, Daniel Padilla, and Khalil Ramos.

Also, get to know why its pilot episode became the no. 1 trending topic not only in the Philippines but also worldwide and how it won the ratings game with a 31.7% national TV ratings, beating GMA’s “Biritera” which only got 16.3%, based on Kantar Media. Discover in the marathon special the beginning of the adventures of Mikay (Kathryn), her childhood, and her journey in the Kingdom of Yangdon.

Meanwhile, continue to watch “Princess and I” weeknights after “TV Patrol” on Primetime Bida. For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

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“Marvel's The Avengers” Grosses 101-Million Pesos in 2 Days

“Marvel's The Avengers” Grosses 101-Million Pesos in 2 Days


“Marvel's The Avengers” grossed a staggering P100.76-million in its first two days of release nationwide, according to Victor R. Cabrera, managing director of Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Philippines.

The film is on track to be the biggest-grossing movie in Philippine history as it marches on to its first weekend when box-office attendance significantly surges.

“Marvel's The Avengers” is already ahead of “Spider-Man 3” – the country's current highest-grossing movie ever – whose first-two days gross back in 2007 was P91.71-M.

Bowing in 467 screens, “The Avengers” recorded the biggest receipts in SM North EDSA (P6,165,744), SM Mall of Asia (P5,085,714), SM Megamall (P4,310,903), Trinoma (P3,993,746), SM Cebu (P3,360,436), Glorietta 4 (P2,839,283), Newport (P2,454,528), Gateway (P2,287,513), Eastwood (P2,249,819) and SM Fairview (P2,182,793).

Marvel Studios presents “Marvel’s The Avengers” - the Super Hero team up of a lifetime, featuring iconic Marvel Super Heroes Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, Thor, Captain America, Hawkeye and Black Widow. When an unexpected enemy emerges that threatens global safety and security, Nick Fury, Director of the international peacekeeping agency known as S.H.I.E.L.D., finds himself in need of a team to pull the world back from the brink of disaster. Spanning the globe, a daring recruitment effort begins.

Starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner and Tom Hiddleston, with Stellan SkarsgÃ¥rd and Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury, and directed by Joss Whedon, “Marvel’s The Avengers” is based on the ever-popular Marvel comic book series “The Avengers,” first published in 1963 and a comics institution ever since. “Marvel’s The Avengers” is from Marvel Studios in association with Paramount Pictures, produced by Kevin Feige and directed by Joss Whedon from a story by Zak Penn and Joss Whedon with screenplay by Joss Whedon.

Now playing across the Philippines in Digital IMAX 3D, Digital 3D and regular format, “Marvel’s The Avengers” is distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures International through Columbia Pictures.

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Julia Montes Looks Very Gorgeous on the Cover MEG Magazine

MEG Magazine has unveiled their latest issue for the month of May with lovely 17-year old teen actress Julia Montes on the cover.


Julia’s cover photo was photographed by Paolo Pineda, with styling by Rain P. Dagala and make-up by Denise Go-Ochoa. So far, the most gorgeous magazine cover stint of her. Agree?
You can catch Julia every weeknight in ABS-CBN’s phenomenal hit drama series “Walang Hanggan” which is extended until October. Aside with the primetime soap, Julia is also busy on shooting her upcoming movie along with Xian, Enchong, Jessy, Kean, Megan and Enrique under Star Cinema entitled “The Reunion”.


MEG Magazine’s May 2012 issue is now available nationwide wherever magazines are sold!

Check out the previous issue of MEG with Julia’s fellow Kapamilya Toni Gonzaga on the cover:


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Sharon Cuneta’s Talk Show ‘Sharon: Kasama mo, Kapatid’ Premieres this May on TV5

Sharon Cuneta’s Talk Show ‘Sharon: Kasama Mo, Kapatid’ Premieres this May on TV5


Real stories, real people headline Megastar’s return to TV via daily talk show “Sharon: Kasama mo, Kapatid.”

After 30 years of blockbuster movies, chart-topping music albums, sold-out concerts and top-rating TV programs, Megastar Sharon Cuneta embarks on another milestone in her widely-followed show biz career as she begins her first project on her new home, TV5 - the daily talk show “Sharon: Kasama mo, Kapatid” co-produced by Mega Productions, Inc. - starting this May.

The Megastar admits that her transfer to TV5 late last year has given her renewed energy to start a new chapter in her life. Beyond the glitz and glam of the industry, Sharon believes that the real meaning of life could be found in the celebration of real life stories from everyday people. “I was able to survive the highs and lows of my life because of the unmatched support I got from the public through the years. With my big move to TV5 comes an opportune time to give back to the people whom I owe all my successes,” Sharon related. “This show is all about them. This will be my legacy.”

Airing from Monday to Friday, the daily talk show promises the viewers a refreshing format with features of real stories from real lives - celebrating triumphs while learning from mistakes-turned-inspirations.

With her genuine heart that often brings out the most inspiring stories out of common people, the Megastar is poised to inject feel-good stories to the show’s viewers. But aside from heartfelt narratives and engaging conversations, the show will infuse laughter and tears - both evoked by joy and strong emotion - from the highly entertaining mix of real-life stories and life celebrations.

Shedding off her iconic public image as she delves into these extraordinary life stories and cultivates her personal experiences, Sharon promises to make use of her influence and capacity to touch lives and inspire positive change. To advance the modern-day “pagmamalasakit,” the show will also take on a proactive stance to caring and service through a network of advocates, supporters and philanthropists working together for the common good of Pinoys, especially those in need and for programs of varying causes through a collective, continuous and long-term fund drive.

Hosted by Megastar Sharon Cuneta, celebrate life with real stories from real lives from Monday to Friday on “Sharon: Kasama mo, Kapatid” beginning this May on TV5. Filipinos all over the world can also get more engaged with the show via “Sharon: Kasama mo, Kapatid’s” official Twitter account (@SharonKasamaMo), Sharon’s personal handle (@sharon_cuneta12) and its Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/SharonKasamaMoKapatid)

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‘Aryana’ Makes a Big Splash in Primetime TV Starting May 7

‘Aryana’ Makes a Big Splash in Primetime TV Starting May 7


‘Aryana’ Makes a Big Splash in Primetime TV Starting May 7

ABS-CBN is all set to make the biggest splash this summer as its newest fantaserye “Aryana” joins the winning roster of primetime drama series.

Topbilled by 2008 FAMAS Best Child Actress Ella Cruz, the much-awaited fantasy tale features the adventures of a typical teenager named Aryana (Ella) whose life makes a full twist on her 14th birthday as a dark curse turns her into a mermaid.

According to Ella, doing “Aryana” is a fulfillment of her ultimate dream. “It has always been my childhood dream to be an actress and to star in my own teleserye in ABS-CBN. When I saw Ate Julia (Montes) and Kathryn (Bernardo) doing their own shows, I told myself that I want to have my own someday,” said the former “Goin’ Bulilit” child star who recently made a mark among TV viewers in her portrayal as the young Cristine Reyes in the top-rating drama series “Dahil sa Pag-ibig.”

Ella added that Kapamilya viewers will surely enjoy the ride with Aryana as she takes everyone to the challenging world of humans and the colorful paradise of the mermaids. Ella said that aside from its unique plot it has values to share. “Our show will also teach its viewers different lessons on family, love, and environmental awareness.”

Together with Ella in “Aryana” is its powerhouse cast composed of Pokwang, Tonton Gutierrez, Desiree del Valle, Laurice Guillen, Tetchie Agbayani, Giselle Toengi, Rustica Carpio, Lotlot de Leon, Bianca Manalo, Chokoleit, Michelle Vito, David Chua, Boom Labrusca, Marvin Yap, Louise Abuel, and Paul Salas. It is under the direction of Erick Salud and Lino Cayetano.

Don’t miss the premiere of the much-awaited fantaserye of ABS-CBN, “Aryana,” on May 7 (Monday), in Primetime Bida. For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.


More Aryana pictures HERE.

Watch Aryana trailer HERE.

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MAGICAL ‘TAIL’ NI "ARYANA" MAGBIBIGAY KULAY SA ABS-CBN PRIMETIME BIDA

Magbubukas na ang kapanapanabik na kuwento ng pinakabagong fantaserye magbibigay kulay sa ABS-CBN Primetime Bida, ang "Aryana" na pagbibidahan ng 2008 FAMAS Best Child Actress na si Ella Cruz.

Tunghayan sa Mayo 7 (Lunes) ang pagsisimula ng adventure na batang si Aryana (Ella) na mababago ang takbo ng buhay sa pagsapit ng kanyang ika-14 na kaarawan, kung kailan nakatakdang maisakatuparan ang sumpang ibinigay sa kaniya--ang pagiging isang serena.

Ayon kay Ella, isang 'dream come true' para sa kanya ang maging bida sa isang teleserye ng ABS-CBN. "Bata pa ako, gusto ko nang maging artista. Tapos noong sumisikat na sila Ate Julia (Montes) at Kathryn (Bernardo), sinabi ko sa sarili ko na balang araw gusto ko ring magkaroon ng teleserye sa Primetime Bida," ani ng dating "Goin' Bulilit" child star na mas tumatak kamakailan sa mga manonood bilang batang Cristine Reyes sa top-rating drama series na "Dahil sa Pag-ibig."

Ibinahagi rin ng batang aktres na ikasisiya ng buong pamilya ang kuwento ni "Aryana" at ang mga karakter sa kanyang dalawang mundo--ang mundo ng mga tao at mundo ng mga sirena. Kuwento niya, "Makakapulot din ang TV viewers ng iba't ibang aral tungkol sa pamilya, pag-ibig at kalikasan."

Kasama ni Ella sa "Aryana" ang powerhouse cast na kinabibilangan nina Pokwang, Tonton Gutierrez, Desiree del Valle, Laurice Guillen, Tetchie Agbayani, Giselle Toengi, Rustica Carpio, Lotlot de Leon, Bianca Manalo, Chokoleit, Michelle Vito, David Chua, Boom Labrusca, Marvin Yap, Louise Abuel, at Paul Salas. Ito ay sa ilalim ng direksyon nina Erick Salud at Lino Cayetano.

Huwag palampasin ang pagbubukas ng pinakaaabangang fantaserye ng ABS-CBN, "Aryana," sa Mayo 7 (Lunes) sa Primetime Bida. Para sa karagdagang updates, mag-log on lamang sa www.abs-cbn.com o sundan and abscbndotcom sa Twitter. By Night Owl || Full Story: Kapamilyanewsngayon

Bemz Benedito of 'Ladlad' Takes the Spotlight in ‘Bottomline’

Bemz Benedito of 'Ladlad' Takes the Spotlight in ‘Bottomline’


The “Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender” (LGBT) community recently sparked a lot of heated debates and arguments after the Miss Universe organizers decided to accept transgender candidates to join the popular international beauty contest.

In “The Bottomline with Boy Abunda” this Saturday (April 28), Ladlad Party List’s first congressional nominee Bemz Benedito sits face-to-face with Asia’s King of Talk Boy Abunda to share the pains and hardships of the LGBT community in the country. What is the hardest thing that transgenders have to go through just to be accepted? Does he believe that gays have the right to join beauty pageants like Miss Universe? As the national elections draw near, will the LGBT people finally have a voice in the congress?

Don’t miss the ‘Ani ng Dangal 2012′ awardee “The Bottomline with Boy Abunda” this Saturday, 11:30 pm, after “Banana Split” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

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Piolo Pascual is Six Packs Abs Sexy on the Cover of Men's Health Philippines Magazine May 2012 Issue

Piolo Pascual is Six Packs Abs Sexy on the Cover of Men's Health Philippines Magazine May 2012 Issue

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After more than 2 years, Kapamilya Ultimate Heartthrob Piolo Pascual returns on the cover of Men’s Health Philippines for its 7th Year Anniversary issue this May 2012.

Watch the Behind-The-Scene photoshoot of Piolo Pascual for Men's Health Philippines May 2012 issue:

Men's Health Philippines Magazine May 2012 issue is now available at all magazine stands and selected bookstores and supermarkets nationwide.

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KAPAMILYA CHILD WONDER, PABAYA?

Bagong mabuting pag-uugali ang ituturo ng Kapamilya child wonder na si Xyriel Manabat sa pagpapatuloy ng kaniyang month-long special ngayong Sabado (Abril 28) ng "Wansapanataym."

Sa 'Pam Pabaya at Ang Mahiwagang Gold Fish' episode, bibigyang buhay ni Xyriel ang karakter ni Pam, isang batang naging pabaya sa kanyang mga alagang hayop dahil sa pangungulila sa inang nagtatrabaho sa ibang bansa. Nang pagkalooban ng isang mahiwagang goldfish na nakapagbibigay ng mga butil ng ginto, aabusuhin niya ito sa paniniwalang ang karangyaan ang makapagbubuo ng kanilang pamilya. Epekto nga ba ng kapabayaan ng kanyang mga magulang ang pagiging pabaya ni Pam?

Makakasama ni Xyriel sa episode sina Alfred Vargas, Valerie Concepcion, Wendy Valdez, at Beverly Salviejo. Ito ay sa ilalim ng panulat ni Francis Pasion at direksyon ni Jerome Pobocan.

Ang "Wansapanataym" ay bahagi ng malawakang kampanya ng ABS-CBN na "Bida Best Kid" na naglalayong isulong ang kapakanan ng mga bata sa pamamagitan ng paggawa ng mga programang nagpapakita ng mabubuting asal at pagpapahalaga. Hinihimok sila nito na maging 'da best' sa anumang larangan na naisin nila at patuloy na abutin ang kanilang mga pangarap.

Huwag palampasin ang month-long special ni Xyriel sa "Wansapanataym," pagkatapos ng "Kapamilya: Deal or No Deal" sa ABS-CBN. Para sa karagdagang updates, mag-log on sa www.abs-cbn.com o sundan ang @abscbndotcom sa Twitter. By Night Owl || Full Story: Kapamilyanewsngayon

Vice Ganda Life Story Exposed on ‘Showbiz Inside Report’

Vice Ganda Life Story Exposed on ‘Showbiz Inside Report’


ABS-CBN’s top-rating Saturday entertainment talk show “Showbiz Inside Report” presents an in-depth report on some of the country’s phenomenal stars who rapidly rose to stardom from humble beginnings.

In a “Showbiz Inside Report” episode themed “Phenomenal Stars: Mga Kwento ng Tagumpay at Kasikatan,” join Carmina Villaroel, Janice de Belen, Joey Marquez, and Ogie Diaz this Saturday (April 28) and get to know the real persona of the ‘Unkabogable Pambansang Kabayo ng Pilipinas’ Vice Ganda and “Princess and I” lead star Enrique Gil through exclusive inside stories shared by their families and other people closest to their hearts. How were they as children? What were sacrifices that they had to make to achieve their fame?

Aside from Vice and Enrique, “SIR” also puts the spotlight to other phenomenal stars who claimed success overnight. Unravel the truth about the controversies in “Showbiz Inside Report” every Saturday at 2:30pm, after “It’s Showtime.” For more updates, log-on at www.abs-cbn.com, follow @SIRTVOfficial on Twitter and ‘like’ their Facebook fanpage http://www.facebook.com/ShowbizInsideReport.AbsCbn.

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La Diva Says ‘Thank You’ to Albay

La Diva Says ‘Thank You’ to Albay


On May 10, GMA Network is set to culminate its series of Magayon Festival activities with a bang by offering a night of soulful music with Party Pilipinas’ La Diva taking centerstage in the Conciertong Pasasalamat (Closing Concert) at the Albay Astrodome.

The La Diva – Aicelle Santos, Maricris Gutierrez and Jonalyn Viray – who are all products of GMA’s talent search Pinoy Pop Superstar, are sure to delight Kapuso supporters from the province of Albay with their topnotch production numbers.

“We are all excited to perform for our supporters in Bicol. Marami kaming inihandang mga song numbers para sa kanila na tiyak ikatutuwa nila,” says Jonalyn.

“Excited din kami that we will get the chance to promote our show, Party Pilipinas, to all Kapusong Albayanons,” adds Aicelle.

For her part, Maricris shares, “sana masiyahan sila sa pagbisita namin sa kanila as much as we’re looking forward to visit their beautiful province.”

The Kapuso Network’s participation in this year’s Magayon festivities started last April 10 with the “Concietro sa Magayon” (Opening Concert), which featured heartwarming performances fromLegacy cast members Sam Pinto and Mike Tan.

It was followed by the search for the “Ginoo ng Magayon” held on the evening of April 14. Present during the Pageant Night was beauty queen Gwendoline Ruais.

Hiram Na Puso star Bela Padilla also graced the “Magayon Festival: Basketball Tournament” with her presence. It was held last April 15 at the Tobaco City Plaza.

“Our Kapusong Albayanons are very dear to us. And we are very thankful for the opportunities given to us by the local government to join in the celebration of the province’s Magayon Festival,” says Oliver Amoroso, Assistant Vice President for Regional TV.

The highlights of the Magayon Festival can be seen on May 6 via the TV Special airing on all eight (8) regional stations of the Network in Naga, Dagupan, Cebu, Iloilo, Bacolod, Cagayan de Oro, Davao, and General Santos.

To know more about the latest updates on the Kapuso station’s regional events, follow GMA Regional TV on Twitter viawww.twitter.com/GMARegionalTV.

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DISKRIMINASYON SA ‘THIRD SEX,’ HIHIMAYIN SA “BOTTOMLINE”

Muling naging mainit na usapin ang isyu ng 'third sex' kamakailan dahil sa iba't ibang reaksyon ng publiko sa opisyal na pagtanggap sa mga transgender bilang kandidata sa Miss Universe beauty pageant. Sa "The Bottomline with Boy Abunda" ngayong Sabado (Abril 28), bibigyang linaw ng pinakaunang congressional nominee ng Ladlad Party List na si Bemz Benedito ang ilang usaping panlipunan kaugnay ng mga bakla, lesbiyana, bisexual at transgender. Ano ang pinakamahirap na pinagdaraanan ng mga taong kabilang sa 'third sex' dito sa Pilipinas? Makatarungan nga bang payagang makisali ang mga transgender sa beauty pageants tulad ng Miss Universe? Sa darating na eleksyon, magkakaroon na ba ng sariling boses ang "Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender" (LGBT) community sa Pilipinas? Makialam sa mga isyung panlipunan at huwag palampasin ang 'Ani ng Dangal 2012' awardee na "The Bottomline with Boy Abunda" ngayong Sabado, 11:30 ng gabi, pagkatapos ng "Banana Split" sa ABS-CBN. Para sa karagdagang updates, mag-log on lamang sa www.abs-cbn.com o sundan ang @abscbndotcom sa Twitter. By Night Owl || Full Story: Kapamilyanewsngayon

PBB Teen Edition 4 Free Live Streaming 24/7

PBB Teen Edition 4 Free Live Streaming 24/7

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Can't get enough of your favorite teen housemates during UBER2012 and primetime telecasts? You can now watch them online live and for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on PBB Teen Edition Season 4 Free Live Streaming.

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American Idol Season 11 Top 5 Named

American Idol Season 11 Top 5 Named


After Elise Testone's elimination last night, the official American Idol Top 5 and still in the running to become this season's American Idol champ are:

Jessica Sanchez
Joshua Ledet
Skylar Laine
Phillip Phillips
Hollie Cavanagh

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Jessica Sanchez Eliminated in American Idol Season 11?

Jessica Sanchez Eliminated in American Idol Season 11?

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Luckily, not!

So who leaves the competition in tonight's elimination round of American Idol and will join the rest in the this season's Top 5?

58 million votes came in and the Idol hopefuls who gathered the lowest votes based on last night's performances will join the Bottom 3 and might not have the chance to continue their "Idol" journey.


SAFE:

Jessica Sanchez
Joshua Ledet
Phillip Phillips


BOTTOM 3:

Elise Testone
Hollie Cavanagh
Skylar Laine



ELIMINATED:

Elise Testone

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BUHAY NI VICE GANDA, MAPAPANOOD SA "SIR"

Araw-araw maraming bagong artista ang umuusbong sa mundo ng showbiz, ngunit iilan lamang ang nanatiling sikat. Dalawa rito ang actor-comedian na si Vice Ganda at "Princess and I" lead star na si Enrique Gil na itinutuiring na 'phenomenal stars' na biglang sumikat at hanggang ngayon ay mainit na tinatangkilik ng publiko.

Sa episode na may temang "Phenomenal Stars: Mga Kwento ng Tagumpay at Kasikatan," samahan sina Carmina Villaroel, Janice de Belen, Joey Marquez, at Ogie Diaz ngayong Sabado (Abril 28) sa "Showbiz Inside Report" sa masusi nilang pagkilala sa tunay na Vice Ganda at Enrique sa likod ng kamera sa mga eksklusibong 'inside story' mula mismo sa kanyang pamilya, kaibigan, at iba pang mga taong pinakamalalalapit sa puso niya. Ano nga ba ang buhay nila Vice at Enrique bago ang kanilag kasikatan? Paano nila hinarap ang mga pagsubok ng isang baguhan sa industriya?

Bukod kina Vice at Enrique, ilan pang kuwento ng mga artistang mabilis nakamit ang tamis ng tagumpay ang itatampok kaya huwag palampasin ang trending at top-rating Saturday entertainment talkshow ng ABS-CBN, "Showbiz Inside Report," tuwing 2:30 ng hapon, pagkatapos ng "It's Showtime."

Para sa karagdagang updates, mag-log on sa www.abs-cbn.com, sundan ang @SIRTVOfficial sa Twitter, o i-'like' ang Facebook fanpage nahttp://www.facebook.com/ShowbizInsideReport.AbsCbn. By Night Owl || Full Story: Kapamilyanewsngayon

CINEMA ONE, HANDA NA PARA SA IKA-35 NA GAWAD URIAN

Matapos ang tagumpay ng Cinema One noong nakaraang taon sa pagsasakatuparan ng pinaka-prestihiyosong gabi ng parangal, ang numero unong cable channel ay muling naghahanda na para ika-35 na Gawad Urian na gaganapin ngayong Hunyo 14 (Miyerkules) sa Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo ng Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP).

"Para sa tagumpay ng Gawad Urian ngayong taon, kami'y nagagalak na muling makipag-isa sa Cinema One, na siyang tagapagbunsod ng malaya't masining na digital cinema sa bansa," ani Grace Javier-Alfonso na tagapangulo ng Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino (MPP) na siyang namamahala sa Gawad Urian.

Ilan sa mga di-malilimutang pelikula na tinanghal ng Gawad Urian na pinakamahusay simula nang maitatag ito noong 1976 ang "Ganito Kami Noon, Paano Kayo Ngayon?" ni Eddie Romero, "Jaguar" at "Bayan Ko, Kapit sa Patalim" ni Lino Brocka, "City After Dark/Manila By Night" ni Ismael Bernal, "Kisapmata ni Mike de Leon,"  "Batang West Side" ni Lav Diaz, "Tirador" "Serbis" at "Kinatay" ni Dante Mendoza at "Ang Damgo Ni Eleuteria" ni Remton Siega Zuasola noong nakaraang taon.

Naigawad din ang Natatanging Aktor ng Dekada sa mga pinakamahuhusay na artista ng bawat dekada. Noong nakaraang taon, sina Gina Pareño, Cherry Pie Picache at Coco Martin ang pinarangalan. Noong dekada 80 sina Vilma Santos, Nora Aunor, Gina Alajar at Philip Salvador ang mga tumanggap nito. At noong dekada 90 naman ay sina Nora at Vilma kasama si Richard Gomez.

Ang Gawad Urian ngayong taon ay pagpapatuloy ng pagdiriwang ng iba't ibang kultura at wika ng mga pinakamahuhusay na pelikula noong nakaraang taon. Muli ay bibigyang-pugay at susuportahan nito ang indie spirit ng mga pelikula.

Sa taong ito'y pararangalan din sa pamamagitan ng Natatanging Gawad Urian ang sinuman sa industriya ng pelikula ang may di-matatawarang kontribusyon. Ilan sa mga tumanggap noon ng nasabing parangal ay mga National Artist na sina Fernando Poe, Jr., Gerardo de Leon, Lamberto Avellana, at Eddie Romero, at sina Anita Linda, Rosa Rosal, Gloria Romero, Nida Blanca, Dolphy, Eddie Garcia, Pancho Magalona, Mona Lisa, at iba pang creative artists tulad ng mga cinematographer, editor at scriptwriter.

Ang lugar na pagdarausan ng gabi ng parangal—sa CCP main theater o Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo—ay akmang-akma lang para sa prestihiyoso't makasaysayang Gawad Urian. Itinayo ang CCP noong 1966 upang pangalagaan ang mayamang sining at kulturang Pilipino, habang ang main theatre naman ang siyang pinakamalaki sa loob ng CCP na maaring mapuno ng 1,853 katao. Ang tunog din sa teatro'y inakma para sa opera at orchestra performances.

Samantala, hindi rin malilimutan ang pag-organisa ng Cinema One sa Gawad Urian noong nakaraang taon kung saan tampok ang pinagpipitagang mang-aawit na si Lea Salonga at iba pa.

Ang Gawad Urian Awards ay isang taunang pagpaparangal sa kahusayan ng mga aktor at aktres sa bansa na nagsimula noong 1977. Ito ay may layuning suriin ang mga pelikulang Pilipino, pasiglahin ang interes ng bawat isa sa mga pelikulang gawang Pinoy at buhayin ang industriyang ito sa bansa. Ninanais din nitong mapalawak at mapaganda ang kaalaman at kakayahan ng mga Pilipino sa paglikha ng isang pelikula bilang isang midyum ng komunikasyon at pagpapakita ng kultura ng bansa na naaayon sa pamantayan ng paggawa ng pelikula sa Pilipinas.

Tutok lang sa Cinema One para sa mga pinakabagong balita tungkol sa ika-35 na Gawad Urian. Para sa mga updates, mag-logon sahttp://www.facebook.com/Cinema1channel.

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Isabelle Daza Stars in Spooky Nights’ Finale Episode Titled "Korona"

Isabelle Daza Stars in Spooky Nights’ Finale Episode Titled "Korona"


Gorgeous ladies with bodies to “die” for will star in this Saturday’s episode of Spooky Nights on GMA-7.

Carmi Martin and Isabel Daza with 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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