Kathryn, Ella and their 'Boyfriends' All Set for a Grand ASAP Showdown this August 26

Romance is set to fill the centerstage of “ASAP 2012” this Sunday (August 26) with the grandest “Princess and I” and “Aryana” showdown with primetime royalties Kathryn Bernardo, Ella Cruz, Francis Magundayao, Paul Salas, and ASAP Boyfriendz Enrique Gil, Khalil Ramos, and Daniel Padilla.

Prepare to scream out loud as the whole cast of Skylight Films’ newest horror flick “Amorosa” to be led by Martin del Rosario, Jane Oineza, Empress, Ejay Falcon, and Angel Aquino visit “ASAP 2012” for a special surprise.

Meanwhile, “ASAP 2012” throws an ‘OPM day’ with a string of world-class performances from Filipino music legends Kuh Ledesma, Rico J. Puno, Anthony Castelo, Heber Bartolome, and Mike Hanopol. Also joining in the celebration are the ASAP mainstays Gary Valenciano, Martin Nievera, Piolo Pascual, Sam Milby, Bamboo, and Angeline Quinto. Enjoy the best of novelty with the must-see face-off of King of Pinoy Rap Andrew E and international Pinoy R&B sensation Billy Crawford together with some of ASAP’s sexiest stars Cristine Reyes, Bangs Garcia, and Denise Laurel.

Be amazed with another heartfelt performance from Queen of Teleserye Theme Songs in her segment ‘Angeline on Q;’ romantic serenade of Prince of Pop Erik Santos; and the ultimate concert extravaganza from Christian Bautista, Jed Madela, Nikki Gil, Jericho Rosales, and ASAP Sessionistas.

Discover the hottest Pinoy dance moves in the breathtaking dance showcase of Gerald Anderson, Maja Salvador, Shaina Magdayao, Rayver Cruz, Iya Villania, Sam Concepcion, and Anja Aguilar.

Don’t miss the 2012 Gawad Tanglaw Best Musical Variety Show, “ASAP 2012” this Sunday, 12:15 noon, on ABS-CBN.

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Ella Cruz Excited to Work with Francis Magundayao Anew in 'Aryana'

Aryana lead star Ella Cruz said she is very excited to work again with his Dahil Sa Pag-ibig love team partner Francis Magundayao now that the latter will also be joining the hit primetime series (read story here).

Ella Cruz, in an interview with ABS-CBN PR shared how excited both of them were upon learning that she Kiko (Francis' nickname) will be reunited in Aryana.

"Na-excite po ako agad dahil marami pong nag-rerequest na sana ipasok po si Francis sa “Aryana” kasi nabitin daw po sila sa tambalan namin sa “Dahil Sa Pag-Ibig.” Sobrang kinikilig daw po kasi sila sa tambalang ‘FrancElla.’ Si Francis po, na-excite rin. Nakita ko rin po na naging masaya siya sa first day taping nya sa “Aryana” at talagang masasabi ko po na ang galing niya.

As to what role Francis Magundayao will be playing in the fantasy series, Ella kept that as a surprise, saying that fans should just watch the show to find out who among her three love team -- Paul Salas, Dom Roque and now Francis Magundayao -- will be closest to Aryana's heart.

When asked on why her team up with Francis Magundayao was a hit in Dahil Sa Pag-ibig and why more fans are craving for the two of them together, Ella cited Kiko's looks and talent.

Siguro po dahil isa siyang magaling na aktor sa edad niya, lalo na po sa pagpapaiyak at pagpapakilig. Isa pa po siguro na dahilan ‘yung looks niya. Sobrang lakas po kasi ng dating ni Francis at marami po agad ang nagkaka-crush sa kanya.

In real life, who among her three leading men is closest?

Malapit naman po ako sa kanilang tatlo. Si Dom (Roque), lagi po siyang nagbibigay ng advice sa akin. Si Paul (Salas) at Francis naman po laging nakikipagkulitan at lagi rin naman po silang nandyan para sa akin. Para ko na rin po silang mga kabarkada kasi madalas po kaming magkakasama lahat sa taping.

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Watch out for Francis Magundayao's first appearance on Aryana anytime soon and don't miss the exciting twists weeknights before TV Patrol.

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Francis Magundayao Joins Aryana Cast

Teen actor Francis Magundayao who shot to fame after portraying the role of young Alfred (Piolo Pascual) in Dahil Sa Pag-ibig opposite Ella Cruz is said to be joining the cast of hit early primetime fantaserye Aryana, where Ella is the lead star.

Francis was last seen on a Kapamilya drama last March with his very first MMK episode with John Manalo. He also appeared on ASAP last August 12 for Ella Cruz's sweet 16 birthday celebration.

On Monday, Aryana director Erick Salud shared a photo on Instagram showing a new character that will be joining the series. Direk Erick hinted that this new character will be having a pivotal role in our teen mermaid's life.

Sino siya sa buhay ni Aryana? Abangan instagr.am/p/OiLCwHtl3G/
— ErickC. Salud (@ericksalud) August 20, 2012

The guy in the photo is none other than Francis Magundayao, easily identified by that stroke of thick eyelashes. The management might have seen the potential of Francis-Ella (FrancElla) team up that's why they are bringing Francis in.

Francis Magundayao will be a surprise addition in the cast, considering that Ella Cruz has already two leading men, Paul Salas and Dominic Roque. However, his role is not known yet but surely, it will have a connection on Aryana's character.

Are you excited to see Francis Magundayao on Aryana. FrancElla fever will be back with the latest addition of this talented guy in the series. 

Aryana, which is extended until January next year, airs weeknights before TV Patrol.

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ASAP 2012 Celebrates Ella Cruz' 16th B-day Plus X Factor Finalists Showdown (August 12)

After the recent widespread flooding, “ASAP 2012” is all set this Sunday (August 12) to spread love and merriment through a string of world-class performances led by Gary Valenciano, Martin Nievera, ZsaZsa Padilla, and Vina Morales.

Watch out for the special treats of “The Reunion” cast Enchong Dee and Jessy Mendiola, Xian Lim and Megan Young, Kean Cipriano and Bangs Garcia, and Enrique Gil and Julia Montes; the must-watch surprise of Kapamilya actress Angelica Panganiban; and the showdown of “The X Factor Philippines” finalists Gabriel, Jerick, Kedebon, Allen Jane, KZ, Joan, Mark, Modesto, and the groups Daddy’s Home, Take Off, and A.K.A. Jam.

“ASAP 2012” will continue the fun with the ‘Sweet 16′ birthday bash of “Aryana” lead star Ella Cruz together with Paul Salas, Francis Magundayao, and Dominic Roque; and the launch of Bryan Termulo’s newest album with ASAP Boys R Boys JM de Guzman, Alex Castro, and Markki Stroem.

Love will load up the small screens with the romantic performance from ASAP Boyfriendz Daniel Padilla, Khalil Ramos, and Enrique Gil; followed by the cute mother and daughter dance number of G Toengi with Sakura and Dimples Romana with Cal in ‘Step My Step.’

Witness the beauty of Filipino talent as Billy Crawford, Christian Bautista, Nikki Gil, Yeng Constantino, Marcelito Pomoy, Anja Aguilar, and ASAP Sessionistas offer another hair-raising musical performance in the concert stage.

Meanwhile, groove to the beat as Supahdance levels up with the amazing dance moves of John Prats, Kim Chiu, Maja Salvador, Shaina Magdayao, Iya Villania, Venus Raj, Empress, and Bugoy.

Don’t miss the 2012 Gawad Tanglaw Best Musical Variety Show, “ASAP 2012” this Sunday, 12:15 noon, on ABS-CBN. For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAP Chill-Out, simply visit http://asap.abs-cbn.com/, follow @ASAPOFFICIAL on Twitter, or ‘like’ http://facebook.com/asapofficial.

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Paul Salas is Ella Cruz' Leading Man in 'Aryana'

Teen actor Paul Salas will be Ella Cruz' leading man in the upcoming ABS-CBN series Aryana. Ella Cruz will star as a teen mermaid in this newest fantaserye of the Kapamilya network.

Ella Cruz and Paul Salas had their ABS-CBN contract signing on the same date and these two teen stars are destined to be paired from that day on. 

Ella Cruz will be playing her first lead role after a well-praised performance as the teen Jasmin Valderama in Dahil Sa Pag-ibig. Meanwhile, Paul Salas had a starring role in Oka2kat which will have its last 3 weeks. He also appears as a guest on the hit Kapamilya situation comedy Toda Max as Pokwang's (Lady G) nephew.

With Ella and Paul as newest TV team up, what will happen now to the hype of the Francella team up from Dahil Sa Pag-ibig? Could Francis Magundayao be given another love team or will he be a surprise addition to the cast of Aryana?

Aryana is the tale of a typical teen-age girl if not for her magical fish tail that is triggered to existence when her legs come into contact with water. Also starring Pokwang, Tonton Gutierrez, Desiree del Valle, Laurice Guillen, Tetchie Agbayani, Rustica Carpio, and Lotlot de Leon, and direction from Erick Salud and Lino Cayetano, Aryana is set to premiere this summer on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida.

Watch the Aryana series of teasers here.

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MMK Starring Francis Magundayao and John Manalo Most-Watched Program Last Weekend

The Maalaala Mo Kaya episode entitled 'Shorts' starring teen stars Francis Magundayao and John Manalo is the most-watched program last weekend (Saturday and Sunday shows combined) nationwide according to Kantar Media. 

The said MMK episode garnered a high 30.3% TV rating among national households, even beating the Big Night of PBB Unlimited which only got 28.3%.

Here are the Top 10 daytime and primetime programs from March 30 to April 1, 2012 among National households:

March 30, Friday

Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 19.1%
2. Broken Vow (GMA-7) – 16%
3. The Good Daughter (GMA-7) – 15.1%
4. Chef Boy Lagro: Kusina Master (GMA-7) – 13%
5. Angelito Batang Ama (ABS-CBN) – 12.7%
6. Hiram Na Puso (GMA-7) – 12.5%
7. Kapamilya Blockbusters: Crazy Little Thing Called Love (ABS-CBN) – 12.3%
8. Knock Out (GMA-7) – 12.2%
9. Slam Dunk (GMA-7) – 12.1%
10. Mojacko! (GMA-7) – 11.5%

Primetime:

1. Walang Hanggan (ABS-CBN) – 34.4%
2. E-Boy (ABS-CBN) – 27.7%
3. Dahil Sa Pag-ibig (ABS-CBN) – 25.5%
4. TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) – 22.3%
5. Pinoy Big Brother Unlinight (ABS-CBN) – 17.1%
6. 24 Oras (GMA-7) – 17%
7. My Beloved (GMA-7) / Dongyi (GMA-7) – 15.7%
8. Biritera (GMA-7) – 15.6%
9. Wako Wako (ABS-CBN) – 15.3%
10. Legacy (GMA-7) – 14.9%

March 31, Saturday

Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 23.4%
2. Kapuso Movie Festival: My Little Bride (GMA-7) – 13%
3. It’s Showtime (ABS-CBN) – 11.8%
4. Wish Ko Lang! (GMA-7) – 11.2%
5. TV Patrol Weekend (ABS-CBN) – 10.4%
6. Knock Out (GMA-7) – 9.7%
7. Tom and Jerry Kids (GMA-7) / 24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) – 9.3%
8. The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron Boy Genius (ABS-CBN) / Kapamilya Blockbusters: For The First Time (ABS-CBN) / Startalk (GMA-7) – 9%
9. Maynila (GMA-7) – 8.3%
10. Failon Ngayon (ABS-CBN) – 8.2%

Primetime:

1. Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) – 30.3%
2. Pinoy Big Brother Unlimited Big Night (ABS-CBN) – 28.3%
3. Wansapanataym: Incredibelle (ABS-CBN) – 22.2%
4. Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho (GMA-7) – 18.5%
5. Kapamilya Deal Or No Deal (ABS-CBN) – 17.4%
6. Spooky Nights Presents Aparisyon (GMA-7) – 14.7%
7. Manny Many Prizes (GMA-7) – 11.9%
8. Imbestigador (GMA-7) – 11.8%
9. Wil Time Bigtime (TV5) – 9.9%
10. Banana Split Extra Scoop (ABS-CBN) – 8.9%

April 1, Sunday

Daytime:

1. ASAP 2012 (ABS-CBN) – 12.5%
2. Kapuso Movie Festival: Hellphone (GMA-7) – 11.4%
3. Tom and Jerry Kids (GMA-7) / Luv U (ABS-CBN) – 11.1%
4. Party Pilipinas (GMA-7) – 10.3%
5. The Buzz (ABS-CBN) – 9.9%
6. AHA! (GMA-7) – 9%
7. Bakugan Gundalian Invaders (GMA-7) – 8.7%
8. Slam Dunk (GMA-7) – 8.4%
9. Tween Hearts (GMA-7) – 8.1%
10. Jewelpet (GMA-7) – 7.7%

 Primetime:

1. Kapuso Movie Night: My Valentine Girls (GMA-7) – 23.5%
2. Gandang Gabi Vice (ABS-CBN) – 22%
3. Rated K (ABS-CBN) – 20.1%
4. Sarah G Live (ABS-CBN) – 19.2%
5. Kap’s Amazing Stories (GMA-7) – 17.4%
6. Goin’ Bulilit (ABS-CBN) – 16.6%
7. Ibilib Featuring The Wonders of Horus (GMA-7) – 16.2%
8. SNBO: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (GMA-7) – 14.8%
9. TV Patrol Weekend (ABS-CBN) – 13.9%
10. 24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) – 10.9%

Source: Kantar Media/TNS

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Walang Hanggan Dominates Mega Manila TV Ratings (March 29-April 1)

ABS-CBN's powerhouse teleserye, Walang Hanggan is unbeatable on top of the ratings game not only in nationwide Kantar Media TV ratings but also in both Mega Manila Household and People's Ratings (March 29-April 1, 2012).

Meanwhile MMK starring Francis Magundayao and John Manalo and the BIG NIGHT of PBB Unlimited are the most watched TV programs in Mega Manila last Saturday, March 31.

Here are the Top 10 daytime and primetime programs from March 29 to April 1, 2012 among Mega Manila households (People Ratings):


March 29, Thursday
Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 12.4%
2. Broken Vow (GMA-7) – 8.8%
3. Chef Boy Lagro Kusina Master (GMA-7) – 8.1%
4. The Good Daughter (GMA-7) – 7.9%
5. It Started With A Kiss (GMA-7) – 7.2%
6. Kapuso Movie Festival: Ano Ba Yan (GMA-7) / Hiram Na Puso (GMA-7) – 7%
7. Knock Out (GMA-7) – 6.7%
8. Slam Dunk (GMA-7) – 6%
9. Angelito Batang Ama (ABS-CBN) – 5.4%
10. Mojacko! (GMA-7) – 5.3%

 Primetime:

1. Walang Hanggan (ABS-CBN) – 15.7%
2. Biritera (GMA-7) / Legacy (GMA-7) – 13.2%
3. 24 Oras (GMA-7) / E-Boy (ABS-CBN) – 12.4%
4. My Beloved (GMA-7) – 12.2%
5. Dahil Sa Pag-ibig (ABS-CBN) – 11.5%
6. Dongyi (GMA-7) – 10.9%
7. TV Patrol 25 (ABS-CBN) – 9.3%
8. Alice Bungisngis and Her Wonder Walis (GMA-7) – 7.7%
9. Pinoy Big Brother Unlinight (ABS-CBN) – 7.5%
10. Wil Time Bigtime (TV5) – 5.7%

March 30, Friday
Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 11.8%
2. Broken Vow (GMA-7) – 8.4%
3. The Good Daughter (GMA-7) – 8.1%
4. Hiram Na Puso (GMA-7) / It Started With A Kiss (GMA-7) – 6.7%
5. Mojacko! (GMA-7) – 6.6%
6. Chef Boy Lagro: Kusina Master (GMA-7) – 6.3%
7. Slam Dunk (GMA-7) / Knock Out (GMA-7) – 6.1%
8. Jackie Chan Adventures (GMA-7) – 6%
9. Kapuso Movie Festival: My Guardian Debil (GMA-7) – 5.9%
10. Tom and Jerry (GMA-7) – 5%

Primetime:

1. Walang Hanggan (ABS-CBN) – 14.9%
2. Dahil Sa Pag-ibig (ABS-CBN) – 12.3%
3. Dongyi (GMA-7) – 12%
4. My Beloved (GMA-7) – 11.9%
5. E-Boy (ABS-CBN) – 11.7%
6. Biritera (GMA-7) – 10.8%
7. Legacy (GMA-7) – 10.7%
8. 24 Oras (GMA-7) – 10.2%
9. Bubble Gang (GMA-7) – 9.3%
10. Pinoy Big Brother Unlinight (ABS-CBN) – 8.7%

March 31, Saturday
Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 15%
2. Kapuso Movie Festival: My Little Bride (GMA-7) – 5.7%
3. Wish Ko Lang! (GMA-7) – 5.6%
4. Startalk TX (GMA-7) / 24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) – 5.5%
5. Knock Out (GMA-7) / TV Patrol Weekend (ABS-CBN) – 3.9%
6. Tom and Jerry (GMA-7) / Kapamilya Blockbusters: For The First Time (ABS-CBN) / It’s Showtime (ABS-CBN) – 3.8%
7. Maynila (GMA-7) – 3.6%
8. Ben 10 Alien Force (TV5) – 3.2%
9. Jewelpet (GMA-7) / Tropang Potchi (GMA-7) – 3.1%
10. Teen Titans (TV5) / Failon Ngayon (ABS-CBN) – 3%

Primetime:

1. MMK 20 Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) – 12%
2. Pinoy Big Brother Unlimited Big Night (ABS-CBN) – 11.8%
3. Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho (GMA-7) – 11%
4. Spooky Nights Presents Aparisyon (GMA-7) – 8.3%
5. Wansapanataym: Incredibelle (ABS-CBN) / Imbestigador (GMA-7) – 8.1%
6. Manny Many Prizes (GMA-7) – 6.5%
7. Kapamilya Deal Or No Deal (ABS-CBN) – 6.2%
8. Wil Time Bigtime (TV5) – 5.4%
9. Banana Split Extra Scoop (ABS-CBN) – 4.5%
10. Regal Shocker (TV5) – 4.2%

April 1, Sunday
Daytime:

1. Kapuso Movie Festival: Hellphone (GMA-7) – 7.3%
2. Party Pilipinas (GMA-7) – 6.7%
3. ASAP 2012 (ABS-CBN) / Tween Hearts (GMA-7) – 5.4%
4. Tom & Jerry Kids (GMA-7) – 4.6%
5. AHA! (GMA-7) – 4.4%
6. Bakugan Gundalian Invaders (GMA-7) / Luv U (ABS-CBN) – 4%
7. Slam Dunk (GMA-7) – 3.9%
8. Sunday Sineplex: Antz (TV5) – 3.8%
9. Showbiz Central (GMA-7) – 3.7%
10. Jewelpet (GMA-7) – 3.6%

Primetime:

1. Kapuso Movie Night: My Valentine Girls (GMA-7) – 14.5%
2. SNBO: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (GMA-7) – 10.3%
3. Gandang Gabi Vice (ABS-CBN) – 9.1%
4. Ibilib: The Wonders of Horus (GMA-7) – 7.5%
5. Kap’s Amazing Stories (GMA-7) – 7.4%
6. Rated K (ABS-CBN) – 6.8%
7. Sarah G Live (ABS-CBN) – 6.4%
8. 24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) – 5.7%
9. Talentadong Pinoy (TV5) – 5.5%
10. Goin’ Bulilit (ABS-CBN) – 5%

Here are the Top 10 daytime and primetime programs from March 29 to March 31, 2012 among Mega Manila households (Household Ratings):


March 29, Thursday
Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 28.1%
2. Broken Vow (GMA-7) – 20.9%
3. The Good Daughter (GMA-7) – 19.2%
4. Chef Boy Lagro: Kusina Master (GMA-7) – 18.4%
5. Knock Out (GMA-7) – 17.8%
6. Hiram Na Puso (GMA-7) – 17.1%
7. Kapuso Movie Festival: Ano Ba Yan (GMA-7) – 16.8%
8. Slam Dunk (GMA-7) – 16.3%
9. It Started With A Kiss (GMA-7) – 15.4%
10. Mojacko! (GMA-7) – 13.9%

Primetime:

1. Walang Hanggan (ABS-CBN) – 29.7%
2. 24 Oras (GMA-7) – 25.5%
3. Legacy (GMA-7) – 25.1%
4. Biritera (GMA-7) – 25%
5. E-Boy (ABS-CBN) – 23.4%
6. My Beloved (GMA-7) – 22.7%
7. Dahil Sa Pag-ibog (ABS-CBN) – 22.2%
8. Dongyi (GMA-7) – 20.8%
9. TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) – 19.8%
10. Alice Bungisngis and Her Wonder Walis (GMA-7) – 16.5%

March 30, Friday
Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 26.2%
2. Broken Vow (GMA-7) – 20.4%
3. The Good Daughter (GMA-7) – 19.4%
4. Hiram Na Puso (GMA-7) – 16.3%
5. It Started With A Kiss (GMA-7) – 15.5%
6. Chef Boy Lagro: Kusina Master (GMA-7) – 15.3%
7. Knock Out (GMA-7) – 14.8%
8. Mojacko! (GMA-7) / Slam Dunk (GMA-7) – 14.4%
9. Kapuso Movie Festival: My Guardian Debil (GMA-7) – 13.4%
10. Jackie Chan Adventures (GMA-7) – 12.8%

Primetime:

1. Walang Hanggan (ABS-CBN) – 28.5%
2. My Beloved (GMA-7) – 24.3%
3. Dongyi (GMA-7) – 24.2%
4. Biritera (GMA-7) / Dahil Sa Pag-ibog (ABS-CBN) – 22.8%
5. 24 Oras (GMA-7) – 22.7%
6. E-Boy (ABS-CBN) / Legacy (GMA-7) – 21.9%
7. Bubble Gang (GMA-7) – 18.7%
8. Pinoy Big Brother Unlimited (ABS-CBN) – 17.3%
9. TV Patrol 25 (ABS-CBN) – 16.9%
10. Alice Bungisngis and Her Wonder Walis (GMA-7) – 15.5%

March 31, Saturday
Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 32.5%
2. Kapuso Movie Festival: My Little Bride (GMA-7) – 14.2%
3. Wish Ko Lang! (GMA-7) – 14.1%
4. Startalk TX (GMA-7) – 13.3%
5. 24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) – 13%
6. Maynila (GMA-7) – 9.8%
7. Tom and Jerry Kids (GMA-7) / Knock Out (GMA-7) – 9.2%
8. Kapamilya Blockbusters: For The First Time (ABS-CBN) – 8.8%
9. TV Patrol Weekend (ABS-CBN) – 8.7%
10. It’s Showtime (ABS-CBN) – 8.6%

Primetime:

1. Pinoy Big Brother Unlimited Big Night (ABS-CBN) – 24.3%
2. MMK 20 Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) – 23.8%
3. Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho (GMA-7) – 22%
4. Imbestigador (GMA-7) – 17%
5. Spooky Nights Presents Aparisyon (GMA-7) – 16.5%
6. Wansapanataym: Incredibelle (ABS-CBN) – 15.6%
7. Manny Many Prizes (GMA-7) – 14.2%
8. Kapamilya Deal Or No Deal (ABS-CBN) – 13%
9. Wil Time Bigtime (TV5) – 12.2%
10. Banana Split Extra Scoop (ABS-CBN) – 10.3%

Source: AGB Nielsen Phils.
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Ella Cruz Signs Exclusive Contract With ABS-CBN

Teen actress Ella Cruz who played the young Jasmin in the hit teleserye Dahil Sa Pag-ibig is now officially a Kapamilya!

Ella signed an exclusive contract with ABS-CBN yesterday, March 28. Present in the contract signing are ABS-CBN big bosses, President Charo Santos-Concio, Channel 2 Head Cory Vidanes and Entertainment Head Linggit Tan.

Ella is slated to do a Kapamilya fantaserye with a working title Aryana where she will play another mermaid role. Many fans hope that her Dahil Sa Pag-ibig leading man, Francis Magundayao will be part of this show. Unfortunately, there are reports that Francis is not included in Aryana and another Star Magic artist will play Ella's leading man.

Could Paul Salas (Oka2kat) be the Aryana leading man some blind items are referring to? Paul Salas also signed a contract with ABS-CBN the day Ella inked her deal. Was this a sign of a new TV team up?

Francella fans should work hard to promote Francis and Ella tandem so that the management will change their decision and push through with a show for Francella.

Photos courtesy of Francella

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Francis Magundayao Stars in MMK this March 31 with John Manalo

Dahil Sa Pag-ibig wonder Francis Magundayao will star in an MMK episode together with John Manalo this March 31.

This will be the first time that John Manalo will be appearing on television drama after a long absence. He play the character Eris in the top-rating drama, Mara Clara. He is supposed to be casted in Luv U opposite Miles Ocampo. Maybe, there is a bigger role for him in the future that is why he is not included in the said project.

Meanwhile, this will be the first time that Francis Magundayao will topbill an MMK episode (even his first starring role in a drama anthology). I'm sure many fans are very excited to watch Francis' MMK episode. Francis gained a lot of following since he appeared in Dahil Sa Pag-ibig playing the young Alfred Valderama (Piolo Pascual) with Ella Cruz (young Jasmin). In fact, the two had already a huge fanbase  named Francella (Francis + Ella).

I hope this will be the start of a bigger future for Francis. The guy had a lot to offer in terms of acting, more so that he had established a 'kilig' team up with Ella Cruz (who will star in fantaserye Aryana) which seems so appealing to younger viewers.

Let's also wish John Manalo good fortune in his endeavour. This young fella from Goin Bulilit had evolved into a handsome young man now, so you should also watch out for him.

Watch Francis Magundayao and John Manalo's MMK episode trailer here:

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Ella Cruz Topbills New Series 'Aryanna'

Teen star Ella Cruz who played the young Jasmin Valderama in the new series Dahil Sa Pag-ibig is reportedly doing a new teleserye under ABS-CBN. Last week, it was revealed here that Ella will be starring in a new fantaserye. Today, ABS-CBN news reported that Ella will indeed topbill a new teleserye with a working title Aryanna.

According to speculations, Ella will play another mermaid role in this new fantaserye. From last week's report, Ella is said to be joined by a young Star Magic hearthrob/dancer, a new Star Magic young female talent, a comedian actress, dramatic kontrabida actresses and a veteran male actor.

It seems that the comedian actress is Pokwang, which is also reported to be part of a new television series.

Are you excited to see Ella in her own TV series? According to sources, Ella will sign up with ABS-CBN Star Magic soon so we will expect her to be visible in the Kapamilya network from now on.

Let's just hope that her Dahil Sa Pag-ibig love team Francis Magundayao will also take part in this series. With the buzz these two are creating nowadays, ABS-CBN might also sign Francis to be part of this new and upcoming fantaserye.

Photo courtesy of ABS-CBN forums

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Ella Cruz of 'Dahil Sa Pag-ibig' to Star in a New Fantaserye

In less than a week, ABS-CBN's newest primetime offering Dahil Sa Pag-ibig had already captured the hearts of viewers. Even if its lead stars had not yet appeared, many fans praised the performances of the teen stars which played the roles of young Alfred (Francis Magundayao) and Jasmin (Ella Cruz) Valderama. These two tweens are now creating waves of their own.

It seems that ABS-CBN will maximize tween stars nowadays as the management is said to be producing another fantaserye with Ella Cruz as the lead star. The teaser for the said upcoming kapamilya fantaserye premiered at the celebrity screening of Dahil Sa Pag-ibig and hopefully will premiere on TV soon.

According to TFC Godfather, the said fantaserye will be topbilled by Ella Cruz. She will be joined by a young Star Magic heartthrob/dancer, a new Star Magic young female talent, a comedian actress, dramatic kontrabida female actresses and a veteran male actor.

Ella Cruz started out as a Kapuso artist before appearing on ABS-CBN shows like Goin Bulilit, MMK and Angel Locsin's Only You. ABS-CBN might have seen the potential of Ella as an actress and signed her up for the project.

Well, this will be exciting as another fresh face will be launched as the next big thing. I just hope she will again be partnered with Francis Magundayao as the chemistry between these two young stars is just perfect to start out with another tween team up which will bring 'kilig' to fans.

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Dahil Sa Pag-ibig Character Trailers

ABS-CBN's newest and most awaited teleserye on primetime, Dahil Sa Pag-ibig will premiere later after Walang Hanggan. Before we get hook with the characters, lets first have an idea on where they are coming from.

Alfred Valderama (Played by Piolo Pascual and Francis Magundayao as young Alfred)

Oliver Falcon (Played by Jericho Rosales)



Jasmin Valderama - (Played by Cristine Reyes and Ella Cruz as young Jasmin)



Agnes Javier (Played by Maricar Reyes)



Wendy Garcia and Edson Saguirre (Played by Denise Laurel and Rafael Rosell)



Completing the ‘powerhouse’ cast are some of the respected names in the industry such as Ronaldo Valdez, Sandy Andolong, Tetchie Agbayani, Freddie Webb, Rey PJ Abellana, Carla Martinez, Joonee Gamboa, Bing Davao, Melissa Mendez, Malou Crisologo, Cheska Iñigo, Jeffrey Santos and Edward Mendez; with the special participation of Joel Torre.


Under the direction of Darnel Villaflor and Avel Sunpongco. Dahil sa Pag-ibig premieres tonight (March 12) on ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida.

Videos by ABS-CBN

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