Iya Villania and Drew Arellano Wedding Photos and Video

TV hosts Iya Villania and Drew Arellano finally tied the knot on Friday, January 31 at an undisclosed location in Tagaytay. The wedding of Iya and Drew was attended by family and close friends.

The bride walking down the aisle

After 10 years of being a couple, the two decided to get married in a private ceremony by the beach. Iya, 27, and Drew, 34 are from rival networks but they have proven that love has no boundaries and it can even cross network lines.

Iya and Drew wedding road sign

The wedding was not announced publicly but there were previous reports confirming that Iya and Drew will tie the knot early this year. Iya said in an interview that the secret to their lasting relationship is keeping their romance as low-key as possible.

A perfect weather for a perfect day #IyaDrewWedding

Some of the celebrities present in Iya and Drew's wedding are Paolo Valenciano and his mother Angeli, Jericho Rosales' fiance Kim Jones, and Kim Atienza who served as one of the principal sponsors.

Photos courtesy of Paolo Valenciano. Video by Noypi Stuff

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Video: Iya Villania Birthday Prod in ASAP 18 Thrills Viewers

Actress-host Iya Villania gave another breathtaking and death-defying performance on her birthday celebration in ASAP 18 Sunday, July 14. The ASAP host celebrated her 27th birthday on the show.

Iya's birthday production number was much anticipated not only by her fans but also the ASAP hosts because she kept on giving a surprise every year. Last year, she did an aerial dance number (watch it here), the first time that an ASAP host and performer did the act on the show.

Related video: Charice and Billy Crawford R&B Showdown on ASAP 18 (July 14)

This time, Iya danced with steel bars arranged in platform similar to a rock climbing wall. Watch her birthday production number in ASAP 18 below.

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Charice and Billy Crawford Clash in ASAP 18 (July 14) Plus Iya Villania's B-day Bash

International singing sensations Charice and Billy Crawford are both set to treat TV viewers with a hair-raising world-class talent showdown this Sunday (July 14) in “ASAP 18” (Click here to watch their showdown)

Join the whole ASAP Kapamilya as they pay tribute to the one and only Comedy King Dolphy through touching and heartfelt song numbers to be led by ZsaZsa Padilla and siblings Vandolph, Epy and Zia Quizon.

“ASAP 18” continues the celebration with the special visit of Skylight Films’ “Tuhog” lead stars Enchong Dee, Jake Cuenca, Empress, Leo Martinez, and Eugene Domingo; and the grand birthday bash for Kapamilya host-actress Iya Villania (watch Iya's birthday prod number).

Groove to the music and fall in love with the fierce and feisty Supahdance showcase of returning Kapamilya and “Muling Buksan Ang Puso” lead star Cherie Gil; and the romantic surprises from Miles Ocampo, Jerome Ponce, Jane Oineza, Jon Lucas, Alex Diaz, Kit Thompson, Julian Estrada, Liza Soberano, Ingrid dela Paz, at Khalil Ramos.

Meanwhile, witness the back-to-back-to-back mind-blowing concert experiences on the “ASAP 18″ concert stage with the heartwarming number of Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano in ‘With Love Gary V’ segment; and the show-stopping performance of ultimate multimedia star Toni Gonzaga in ‘T Zone.’

Get ready for the hottest face-off of dance floor royalties Maja Salvador and Shaina Magdayao in the supah hot clash dance ‘MASH;’ followed by the breath-taking dance number of Kim Chiu, Nikki Gil, John Prats, Rayver Cruz, at KC Concepcion.

Also, watch out for the astonishing musical spectacle prepared by Piolo Pascual, Erik Santos, Angeline Quinto, KZ Tandingan, ASAP Sessionistas, and Yeng Constantino together with famous violinists Coke Bolipata at Julian Duque.

Join in the fun in the country’s longest-running, award-winning variety show, “ASAP 18” this Sunday, 12:00 noon, on ABS-CBN. For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAP Chill-Out, visit http://asap.abs-cbn.com/, ‘like’ http://facebook.com/asapofficial, follow @ASAPOFFICIAL on Twitter, and know the latest happenings in “ASAP 18” by tweeting the hashtag #ASAPPlay.

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New MYX VJs in New MYX Channel

MYX gives viewers more exciting reasons to stay tuned as it presents new show logos, new sets, a new program schedule, new VJs, and an even more awesome programming as part of the thrust to keep the country’s number one music channel constantly re-energized and rejuvenated.

“MYX was, is, and will always be open to everything. We change based on what our viewers are looking for,” says Andre Allan Alvarez, Channel Head of MYX.

The channel is proud to introduce their new VJs in the persons of Ai dela Cruz, Karla Aguas, and Sam Concepcion. Alvarez says the three were chosen because they epitomize youth and vitality.

VJ Ai (pronounced as AH-yee) dela Cruz, a basketball fanatic, is a former NCAA & PBA courtside reporter and a fresh graduate of Broadcast Communication from the University of the Philippines – Diliman. She is also a vocalist of an acoustic duo.

VJ Karla Aguas is the writer behind the blog thesjseries.blogspot.com and a graduate of the Ateneo de Manila University.

VJ Sam Concepcion is no stranger to the entertainment scene. He’s headlined the stage adaptations of  “Peter Pan,” “The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe,” and “Mr. Noah’s Big Boat,” starred in films “I Do Bidoo Bidoo,” “Shake, Rattle and Roll 13″ and “Way Back Home” and ABS-CBN shows “Angelito” and “Super Inggo.” Sam is also a recording artist with a brand new digital single entitled “No Limitations.”

Catch VJs Ai, Karla and Sam in MYX Daily Top 10, Wer U At? MYX Take 5, Pop MYX, Pinoy MYX, and My MYX. Together with current VJs Nikki Gil, Chino Lui Pio and Iya Villania, they comprise the new MYX Family.

MYX is available 24/7 on SkyCable (channel 23) in Metro Manila and many quality cable companies all over the Philippines. MYX is also on UHF via Studio 23 during choice hours everyday. For more information, log on to myxph.com.

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Is Kim Chiu the ABS-CBN Darna? Actress Dons Darna Costume on ASAP

ABS-CBN has acquired the rights to remake Mars Ravelo's famous works including the Pinay superheroine Darna. Since the project was already a go and was launched in the recent ABS-CBN trade event, many are now on the guessing game on who will be the heir to the stone and shout "Darna!"

On Sunday's episode (May 12) of ASAP 18, actress Kim Chiu had the chance to wear the Darna costume  A photo of Kim donning the sexy Darna costume has gone viral in social networks after it was uploaded by ASAP on instagram.

In the special edition of ASAP Supahdance, Kim along with Shaina Magdayao, Empress, Iya Villania and Cristine Reyes danced and performed Darna stunts. Notice that Kim had the most challenging stunts. However, it was Cristine Reyes who literally fly as Darna.

Do you think Kim Chiu can give justice to the role or will any of the girls who danced on ASAP be showered with a good news of doing Darna remake? Watch their Darna performance below and drop on who is worthy to play the role.

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Photos: KC Concepcion Tanduay Calendar Girl 2013

Kapamilya host-actress KC Concepcion is the Tanduay calendar girl for the year 2013. Viva Entertainment, KC's management company released some photos of KC as the chosen 2013 calendar girl of Tanduay Distillers, the makers of one of the best rums in the country.

“I feel honored about being chosen to endorse Tanduay.  I like the idea that Tanduay is an old trusted brand with a lot of history behind it.  You know that with a reputation like that, Tanduay will never let you down,” says the lovely KC, expressing pride in being picked as the latest face of the iconic Tanduay brand.  

Check out some of KC Concepcion's Tanduay 2013 calendar photos below:

KC now joins the rank of previous Tanduay calendar girls like Iya Villania, Carla Abellana, Ehra Madrigal, Nina Jose and Bangs Garcia.

Photos courtesy of Viva Entertainment

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Preview October 2012 Cover: Kathryn Bernardo, Jessy Mendiola, Shaina Magdayao, Karylle, Angeline Quinto and Other Bench Muses

Bench muses Melai Cantiveros, Jessy Mendiola, Georgina Wilson, Karylle, Kathryn Bernardo, Sarah Lahbati, Shaina Magdayao, Carla Abellana, Isabelle Daza, Iya Villania, Janine Gutierrez, Bela Padilla, Grace Lee, and Angeline Quinto are on the gatefold cover of Preview Magazine October 2012 issue.

The cover photo was shot by Jeanne Young and the muses were styled by Liz Uy and Daryl Chang from the creative direction of Vince Uy.

Other features inside the issue include making the most of your shape, everything you need to pamper yourself when taking a bath, the runaway looks to try now and Eugene Domingo.

Grab your copy of Preview magazine October 2012 issue at you favorite magazine stands nationwide for only P150.

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KZ Tandingan Sees Allen Sta. Maria and Daddy's Home as Threats

The X Factor Philippines finalist KZ Tandingan had a guesting on the morning show Umagang Kay Ganda on Thursday, September 20.  KZ, whose real name is Kristine Zhenie Tandingan, admitted on the show that she feels pressured when she is labeled the "one to beat" on the ABS-CBN franchise of the hit X Factor.

"Nakaka-pressure po, sobrang nakaka-pressure. Dapat mong galingan kasi ikaw yung parang sinasabi nga po nila nung nag-presscon kami, parang threat-threat daw eh hindi naman po," KZ told UKG host Iya Villania.

KZ also said that she views Daddy's Home and Allen Sta. Maria as her top rivals in the talent show. 

KZ was a fan favorite even at the start of auditions until now that she is vying for a spot in The X Factor Philippines grand finals in October and eventually for the grand champion title. Even our poll showed that KZ Tandingan was a hands-down winner.

Watch KZ Tandingan as she performs Jingle Bell Rock on UKG below:

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Biggest Kapamilya Stars Join 'Dolphy Alay Tawa' this September 19

The highly-anticipated grand concert tribute “Dolphy Alay Tawa: A Musical Tribute to the King of Comedy” is all set to spread love, joy and laughter this Wednesday (September 19) as some of the biggest names in the Philippine showbiz industry join forces to celebrate the life of the late Comedy King Dolphy. 

Led by his beloved children and partner ZsaZsa Padilla, also joining the historical tribute concert for the Comedy King are some of the biggest Kapamilya stars such as Judy Ann Santos, Gary Valenciano, Martin Nievera, Ai Ai delas Alas, Toni Gonzaga, Shaina Magdayao, Angeline Quinto, Luis Manzano, John Prats, Iya Villania, Smokey Manaloto, Jhong Hilario, Melai Cantiveros, and Neil Coleta. 

Meanwhile, to further extend happiness, joy and inspiration among Filipinos, all the proceeds of “Dolphy Alay Tawa” will go to Eyebank Foundation Philippines, Hope in a Bottle, Philippine Red Cross, and Dolphy Aid Para sa Pinoy Foundation. 

Don’t miss “Dolphy Alay Tawa: A Musical Tribute to the King of Comedy” on Wednesday (September 19), 7pm, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. For ticket inquiries call 470-2222 or log on to www.smtickets.com. 

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Iya Villania Hosts Prank Show 'Gag U' on Studio 23

Versatile performer and host-actress Iya Villania takes a crash course in gags, pranks, and wacky antics this July as classes in Studio 23’s “Gag U” formally open this Sunday (July 15).

All Kabarkadas are welcome to join Iya and enroll in “Gag U’s” 30-minute dose of weekend laughs and enjoy four segments that will surely get them LOL-ing in front of their TV sets.

Iya will study how boys fare doing stuff girls usually do and vice versa in “Versusmasyosep” as well as how Pinoys can sometimes be ridiculously wrong in making signages in “KaratuLaugh.”

“Gag U” also keeps you abreast with the latest news and current affairs with a little twist in “Newskopo!”

Meanwhile, Iya will also show gags from around the world via foreign videos that features cute pets, adorably babies, hidden cameras, home videos and many more.

Every month, Iya will be joined by a gagster or a celebrity guest to help her with her school projects and pull off gags and pranks she will do on the streets, on schools, on public markets, and practically just about everywhere. On its premiere offering, Pupil drummer Wendell Garcia is the featured gagster for July.

Students from campuses all over the country can also become official enrollees of “Gag U” online by liking its official Facebook fanpage at http://www.facebook.com/gagu.studio23 and following the show’s official twitter account @gagustudio23. Get the chance to be featured on the show by posting your own gag videos or funny signages for “Karatulaugh.”

Don’t miss out the first day of class in “Gag U,” with Iya Villania, this Sunday (July 15), 6PM after “UAAP” on Studio 23.

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Video: Iya Villania Does Aerial Dance on Birthday Celebration at ASAP 2012

Model-actress-host Iya Villania amazed the viewers with her death-defying aerial dance on her birthday production number on ASAP 2012, July 1.

Iya Villania, now dubbed as the newest 'Dance Diva' left all in awe after her breathtaking performance on ASAP. Iya's aerial dance was the first time an ASAP host and performer did the said stunt on the said Sunday musical variety show.

Iya Villania just proved that she was very versatile and talented. The studio audience were all shouting and clapping as Iya climbed and did exhibitions on air. Even Gary Valenciano was full praises for Iya, who seemed to glide with two hanging cloths easily like a pro.

Watch Iya Villania's aerial dance birthday production number on ASAP 2012, July 1:

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Iya Villania Covers Women's Health June 2012 Issue

Video jock-host-actress Iya Villania is on the cover of Women's Health magazine June 2012 issue. Iya shows off her fabulous abs in this magazine cover.

Iya Villania is currently a mainstay of ASAP 2012. She is also one of the hosts of the ABS-CBN morning show Umagang Kay Ganda where she showcases her dancing skills by teaching the audience simple dance moves for daily work-out.

Women's Health Philippines June 2012 issue is now available in your favorite magazine stands nationwide.

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Iya Villania on The Cover of Health Today February 2012 Issue

Health advocates would love to see fab and fit Kapamilya on the cover of Health Today Philippines for its February 2012 issue.

The said love month issue will feature the science of love, the genes for sexual attraction and the hormones which trigger romance. You can also find tips about loving yourself and taking care of your heart inside this issue. 

Iya Villania is a mainstay of ASAP 2012, Umagang Kay Ganda and US Girls. She is also a MYX VJ.

Grab a copy now of Health Today February 2012 issue in leading magazine stands nationwide.

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