The Reunion - 'Bagets of the New Generation' is a Coming-of-Age Comedy Flick

Star Cinema pumps up the silverscreen with its ultimate ‘barkada’ movie event of the year titled “The Reunion,” which gathers four of the most promising actors of their generation–Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil, Kean Cipriano, and Xian Lim. “The Reunion is set to hit cinemas on August 15 (Wednesday).

Directed by Frasco Mortiz, “The Reunion” is a coming-of-age comedy flick that follows the adventures and misadventures of Lloyd (Enchong), Bogs (Enrique), Pat (Kean), and Joax (Xian) after their life in high school and now as they struggle to pursue their passion for music and their respective life goals.

“The movie will present the journey of a high school barkada who reunited after so many years to trace back their lives and search for the things that went wrong and the people that they’ve hurt in order to change their future,” said Direk Frasco.

Video: Star Cinema's The Reunion Full Trailer

Meanwhile, lead stars Xian and Enrique shared that the whole cast are so thrilled to finally watch their film which is said to be inspired by the hit songs of the legendary 90′s Pinoy rock band, Eraserheads.

“It’s like the ‘Bagets’ of the new generation, so expect a lot of comedy. It’s a tale of friends simply having fun,” said Enrique. Xian, on the other hand, further shared how excited they are to hear what their fans had to say about their film. He said, “I really hope that a lot of people will get entertained with our movie. It has a great cast and an equally great director.”

Related: The Reunion Two Movie Posters Unveiled

As they relive the fun of their high school years and trace back their mistakes, will Lloyd, Bogs, Pat, and Joax finally make things right and positively change their future?

A fun-filled story of friendship, love, and life, “The Reunion” also features some of today’s most in-demand young actresses including Jessy Mendiola, Megan Young, Bangs Garcia, and Julia Montes.

Completing the cast are Matt Evans, Tom Rodriguez, Joseph Marco, Ivan Dorschner, Brian Santos, Alodia Gosiengfiao, Kakai Bautista, Louise Abuel, and Gina Pareño.

“The Reunion” will be shown on cinemas nationwide on August 15, 2012. For more updates about “The Reunion,” simply visit www.StarCinema.com.ph, http://facebook.com/StarCinema, or http://twitter.com/StarCinema.

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Poll: The Reunion vs Just One Summer - Which movie will you watch on August 15?

On August 15, two barkada/teen movies will be hitting the big screen. These are The Reunion under Star Cinema and Just One Summer under GMA Films and APT Entertainment.

Both highly anticipated, The Reunion and Just One Summer are expected to make it big in theaters since both have the hottest young stars of rival networks ABS-CBN and GMA-7 in the cast. The Reunion had the ensemble of Xian Lim, Enrique Gil, Kean Cipriano and Enchong Dee while Just One Summer boasts one hot love team of Julie Ann San Jose and Elmo magalona (JuliElmo).

Here are the plots of the two movies (from Wikipedia):

The Reunion plot

Just One Summer plot

The movie revolves around a group of young men who are friends since high school. Several years later, they decided to meet once again. They have come to know that each other has a feeling of not moving on with their lives because of a wrong did way back high school. Now, they are in the journey of finding the true meaning of love and happiness as they reunite once again

A rich, rebellious boy spends the summer with his father who he has considered long dead and his mistress while waiting for the annulment of his father and his mother's marriage. During his stay with his father during the summer, he meets a poor girl who is his childhood friend and is a scholar of whom her family is depending on; however, she is holding in a secret with regards to the true state of her scholarship. The two meet and comfort each other amidst their problems and they fall for each other as time goes on and as they get to know each other.

With this, we like to open a poll on which movie will you watch come its simultaneous premiere on August 15, 2012. Let's see if what transpires in our poll will also reflect the box office success of these movies. You can vote in the poll below.

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Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi Stars Angelica Panganiban, Glaiza de Castro, Kean Cipriano, Rocco Nacino

Watch out for a new breed of indie movie entitled Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi topbilled by Angelica Panganiban and Glaiza de Castro together with some of the hottest names in music and film.

From the makers of internationally-acclaimed film Ploning, this film is written and directed by Dante Nico Garcia under Panoramanila Pictures.

Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi is about the entangled stories of a group of young people who happen to be in a bar in Puerto Princessa, Palawan on the eve of All Souls' Day. As midnight approaches, we become complicit as each of them takes the challenge of the Pangangaluluwa, a seemingly innocent Palawan tradition of honoring the dead by stealing something from the living. A young guitarist battles with crabs; an Indian guy gets caught in a crossfire; a hot cougar meets her match; Cosplayers battle for road supremacy; a religious woman finds true faith in a strange kiss; and a bartender prepares a drink that results in the most bitter of brews. The movie holds up a mirror to this dark night and bear witness to the inevitable consequences that mark the choices of the young.

Also starring Rocco Nacino, Tutti Caringal, Kean Cipriano, Edgar Allan Guzman, Buboy Garovillo, Alchris Galura, Dominic Roco, Callum David, Karel Marquez, Lou Veloso, Eric Tai and Ms. Cherie Gil, Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi will premiere this September 2012.

Watch Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi official full trailer below:

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Two New 'The Reunion' Movie Posters Unveiled!

Star Cinema has released two new posters for the upcoming movie The Reunion. After Trip  and Jologs, The Reunion will be this generations ultimate barkada movie.

The Reunion  follows the story of high school friends played by Enchong Dee, Xian Lim, Enrique Gil and Kean Cipriano who will get into a road trip after their reunion. On their journey, they will meet their past love and will try to make amends for their past mistakes.

Also starring Jessy Mendiola, Julia Montes, Megan Young, Matt Evans, Bangs Garcia, Janus Del Prado, Tom Rodriguez, Louise Abuel, Alodia Gosiengfiao and Ronnie Lazaro, with the special participation of Ms. Gina Pareño, The Reunion  premieres in theaters, August 15.

Watch The Reunion official full trailer here.

Check out the main cast The Reunion official movie poster below. For the first viral poster, click here.

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'The Reunion' Official Movie Poster Goes Viral

Star Cinema has just released the movie poster for the upcoming barkada movie The Reunion starring Enchong Dee, Xian Lim, Enrique Gil and Kean Cipriano.

The Reunion follows the journey of Lloyd (Enchong Dee), Bogs (Enrique Gil), Pat (Kean Cipriano), and Joax (Xian Lim), a group of high school friends who had a fair share of campus popularity until one big mistake changes their lives. 

Video: The Reunion Official Full Trailer

The four reunites to trace back where things gone wrong and going back the memory lane, they all reminisce the fun they had in their high school lives including first love and heartaches. The final question lies: "With all this. will they finally make things right?"

Also starring Jessy Mendiola, Julia Montes, Megan Young, Matt Evans, Bangs Garcia, Janus Del Prado, Tom Rodriguez, Louise Abuel, Alodia Gosiengfiao and Ronnie Lazaro, with the special participation of Ms. Gina Pareño, The Reunion  premieres in theaters, August 15.

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Sam Milby Covers Inside Showbiz August 2012 (The Hot Men Issue)

Sam Milby is on the cover of Inside Showbiz Magazine August 2012 dubbed as 'The Hot Men Issue.' The said Inside Showbiz Mag release says "Sam Milby is Hotter than Ever After Hollywood."

This 2012's Hot Men Issue of Inside Showbiz features the '40 Hottest Men in the Philippines' for 2012 which includes Sam Milby, Aljur Abrenica, Xian Lim, Gerald Anderson, Alden Richards, Slater Young, Kean Cipriano, Rocco Nacino, Phil Younghusband (men on the cover), Jake Cuenca, Enchong Dee, Christian Bautista and JC De Vera.

To find out who else made it to Inside Showbiz' 40 scorching hot men list, grab a copy of its August 2012 issue which is now available on magazine stands and bookstores nationwide for only P100. You can also see them in their As Long As You Love Me cover video.

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Star Cinema's The Reunion Full Trailer Released

The full trailer for Star Cinema's upcoming barkada movie, The Reunion starring Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil, Xian Lim and Kean Cipriano has been uploaded on YouTube. The said movie is about a group of high school friends looking for the true meaning of love and happiness. 

"Isa siyang barkada movie na ipapakita ang journey ng isang grupo na close friends noong high school, several years later magkikita sila ulit. Doon ipapakita ang journey nila sa paghahanap ng tunay na kaligayahan. May ginawa kasi silang kasalanan noong high school at feeling nila kaya di pa sila nakakapag-move on sa buhay nila ngayon dahil sa nangyari before," says director Frasco Mortiz.

The Reunion will also pay tribute to OPM, mostly songs from the '90s spectacular band, Eraserheads. The Reunion soundtrack album paying homage to Eraserheads has been a success after its May 9 release.

Also starring Jessy Mendiola, Julia Montes, Megan Young, Matt Evans, Bangs Garcia and Ms. Gina Pareño with the special participation of Alodia Gosiengfiao and Cristine Reyes, The Reunion will premiere in theaters this August 15.

Watch The Reunion full trailer here:

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Sarah Treats Her No.1 Guy this June 17 on Sarah G Live!

Popstar Sarah Geronimo celebrates Father’s Day this Sunday (June 17) as she treats the no. 1 guy in her life, her Daddy Delfin in the special ‘Sige Go’ segment of her solo musical variety show “Sarah G. Live!”

Aside from Daddy Delfin, upcoming singing-reality competition “X Factor” host KC Concepcion joins the party as she takes over the centerstage with her smash-up dance number; followed by the romantic serenade from JM de Guzman and Kean Cipriano.

Meanwhile, watch out for the return of “Princess and I” lead star Enrique Gil as Sarah’s guest co-host; and the revelation of the Popstar’s deepest thoughts in her ‘statement song.’

Still with Sarah in the upcoming episode are her resident dance royalty Gab Valenciano, co-host Luis Manzano, musical director Louie Ocampo, choreographer Georcelle Dapat-Sy, G-Force, and director Erick Salud.

Don’t miss the trending and top Sunday primetime show of ABS-CBN, “Sarah G.Live,” after “Rated K.” For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.comor follow @SGLiveOFFICIAL on Twitter and like SarahGLiveOFFICIAL on Facebook.

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ASAP 2012 Celebrates Father’s Day with New World Class Segment This June 17

ASAP 2012 is all set to pay tribute to all dads in the world this Sunday (June 17) with brand new surprises from some of the biggest stars in showbiz. 

Witness the launch of the latest ASAP segments in the Father’s Day celebration to be glittered up by the world-class performances of ASAP mainstays Martin Nievera, ZsaZsa Padilla, Piolo Pascual, Sam Milby, Bamboo, Erik Santos, Christian Bautista, Jed Madela, Zia Quizon, Anja Aguilar, Kean Cipriano, ASAP Sessionistas, and Supahdancers. 

Make family bonding happier and catch “ASAP 2012” this Sunday, 12:15nn on ABS-CBN.

For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAPChill-Out, simply visit http://asap.abs-cbn.com/, follow @ASAPOFFICIAL on Twitter, or ‘like’http://facebook.com/asapofficial.

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Enrique Gil Says Kathryn Bernardo is His 'Ideal Girl'

Primetime prince Enrique Gil recently revealed that Kathryn Bernardo fits her ‘ideal girl’ but denied rumors that he has already started courting the “Princess and I” lead star.

Despite his denial, Enrique admitted that his leading lady is close to his heart. “Any guy would like Kathryn since she almost has all the great qualities of an ideal girlfriend. She is super kind and caring,” he shared.

Like his role in “Princess and I” Dasho Jao, who is attracted to Mikay’s bubbly personality, Enrique too is fond of Kathryn’s playfulness. He said, “She is so warm as a co-actor. We always joke around in the set that’s why it’s less stressful.”

Meanwhile, Enrique is grateful for their show’s consistent high national TV ratings. “All of the cast and staff’s hardwork is worth it because of the viewers’ support to us every night. Thank you very much,” said Enrique who is one of the lead stars of the upcoming Star Cinema film, “The Reunion” where he is co-starring with Enchong Dee, Xian Lim, and Kean Cipriano.

Enrique further shared that the strong point of their ‘royal teleserye’ is their not-so-heavy narrative. He expressed, “I think our show strikes a balance among the primetime shows of ABS-CBN because our story is just light with lots of love angles inside, giving the viewers positive vibes while watching.”

Don’t miss “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.

Text and photo by ABS-CBN

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ASAP 2012 Celebrates Pure Pinoy Talent this May 20

Pure Pinoy talent is set to shine as its brightest this Sunday (May 20) as "ASAP 2012" celebrates an ultimate all-star party jampacked with show-stopping world-class concert performances from the biggest names in Philippine showbiz.

Indulge with the grand homecoming of Rockoustic Heartthrob Sam Milby; breathtaking dance number from the summer hunks Enchong Dee and Gerald Anderson; sizzling production numbers from Kapamilya Heartthrobs Xian Lim, JM de Guzman, and Jake Cuenca; and summer hotties Cristine Reyes, Megan Young, and Bangs Garcia.

Fall in love as romance fills the ASAP centerstage with the must-see duet performances of Primetime Bida love teams including Ella Cruz and Paul Salas of "Aryana," Kathryn Bernardo with Khalil Ramos of "Princess and I," and “Dahil sa Pag-Ibig” lead stars Jericho Rosales with Maricar Reyes, and Piolo Pascual with Cristine.

Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano gives off another world-class performance as he shares another inspiring story in his 'With Love, Gary V' segment; while Ultimate Multimedia Star Toni Gonzaga reveals the latest music trend in the newest “ASAP 2012” segment 'T-Zone.'

Prepare to be blown away as ASAP mainstays Martin Nievera, ZsaZsa Padilla, Vina Morales, Nikki Gil, Yeng Constantino, Bryan Termulo, Anja Aguilar, and ASAP Sessionistas perform another hair-raising concert spectacle. Get ready to be stunned with the other remarkable "ASAP 2012" segments with ASAP Pinoy Champ Angeline Quinto on ‘Angeline on Q;’ and this week’s ‘A-Tunes’ segment featuring Erik Santos, Arnel Pineda, Jed Madela, Bugoy Drilon, Kean Cipriano, and Paolo Valenciano.

Meanwhile, supahdancers Enchong, Empress, Maja Salvador, Iya Villania, Sam Concepcion, Rayver Cruz, and Robi Domingo are going show-off to their amazing dance moves as they prepare for another showdown in ‘ASAP Supahdance.’

Don’t miss 2012 Gawad Tanglaw Best Musical Variety Show, “ASAP 2012” this Sunday, 1:00 noon, on ABS-CBN. For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAPChill-Out, simply visit http://asap.abs-cbn.com, follow @ASAPOFFICIAL on Twitter, or ‘like’ http://facebook.com/asapofficial.

Text by ABS-CBN

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John Lloyd Cruz and Coco Martin are Inside Showbiz Coverboys for May 2012

Versatile actors John Lloyd Cruz and Coco Martin are on the cover of Inside Showbiz Magazine May 2012 issue. The two Kapamilya heartthrobs speak up on this exclusive content from Inside Showbiz.

Inside Showbiz May issue tackles John Lloyd Cruz' frustrations, dreams and family life and Coco Martin‘s big revelations about his childhood experiences and the kind of girl he wants to marry.

There is also a feature about Star Cinema's upcoming film, The Reunion which stars Xian Lim, Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil, Kean Cipriano, Jessy Mendiola and Matt Evans so make sure you get one copy.

Other stars featured on the cover of Inside Showbiz May 2012 issue are Heart Evangelista, Aljur Abrenica vs Alden Richards and the Hunks of Summer: Benjamin Alves, Kerbie Zamora, JC Tiuseco, Ervic Vijandre, Lemuel Pelayo, Alizon Andres and more!

Grab your copy of Inside Showbiz May 2012 in your favorite magazine stands nationwide for only P100.

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Callalily Revives Eraserheads' "Minsan" for The Reunion Movie Soundtrack (Teaser)

Callalily revives the Eraserheads hit Minsan for the upcoming Star Cinema movie The Reunion. The movie's soundtrack will be released as an Eraserheads tribute album.

According to its director, Frasco Mortiz, The Reunion movie is about a group of high school friends who are looking for the true meaning of love and happiness.

"Isa siyang barkada movie na ipapakita ang journey ng isang grupo na close friends noong high school, several years later magkikita sila ulit. Doon ipapakita ang journey nila sa paghahanap ng tunay na kaligayahan. May ginawa kasi silang kasalanan noong high school at feeling nila kaya di pa sila nakakapag-move on sa buhay nila ngayon dahil sa nangyari before."

The said flick will also pay tribute to OPM music, mostly songs from the '90s spectacular band, Eraserheads. The movie stars Enrique Gil, Enchong Dee, Xian Lim and Kean Cipriano.

Watch the teaser for Callalily's revival of Minsan (released by Star Records):

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Enchong Dee Covers Chalk Magazine May 2012 Issue

Kapamilya hot property Enchong Dee is on the cover of Chalk Magazine May 2012 issue. The said issue of Chalk Mag is dubbed as the 'Music Special.'

Enchong Dee is summer's hottest in this Chalk cover with his board shorts and summer wear. 

The May 2012 issue of Chalk also features Dashboard Confessional's Chris Carrabba, Gab valenciano and Robin Nievera.

Enchong will be part of the movie The Reunion which also stars Julia Montes, Xian Lim, Megan Young, Enrique Gil, Jessy Mendiola and Kean Cipriano.

Grab a copy of Chalk Magazine's May 2012 issue with Enchong on the cover for only P95.

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GGV 'The Trending Birthday Concert' This April 1 and 8

The Unkabogable Vice Ganda celebrates his birthday in a 2-part Gandang Gabi Vice episode to be aired this April 1 and 8. Dubbed as the 'Trending Birthday Concert', the said birthday concert of Vice was attended by his closest friends from showbiz.

The birthday concert of Vice Ganda was taped last March 25 in front of a live audience at the SM Skydome. Guests in the said concert include heartthrobs (and Vice's crushes) Xian Lim, Kean Cipriano, Jake Cuenca, Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil, and Jon Avila.

Also present are funny Angelica Panganiban, Bangs Garcia and comedian Ethel Booba. High-profile personalities Raymond Gutierrez, Georgina Wilson, and Liz Uy also graced the said event.

All-time favorite jukebox band Aegis will render their own 'octave' performance of Super Bass (Vice's favorite dance step). The country's top rock bands Kamikazee and Parokya ni Edgar will also rock the skydome with award-winning Pinoy rapper Gloc-9. Mr. Pure Energy, Gary Valenciano will also add fun and excitement to this unkabogable show.

Watch the GGV Trending Birthday Concert teaser here:

Don't miss the most unkabogable birthday party-party of Vice Ganda this April 1 and 8 after Sarah G Live!


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Shaina Magdayao on the Cover of METRO Mag April 2012 Issue

Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo lead star Shaina Magdayao is on the cover of Metro Magazine's April 2012 issue. Shaina wears Salvador Ferragamo in this new magazine cover dubbed as 'The Color Issue.' 

Metro Mag April 2012 issue also features the men of summer - The Philippine volcanoes, UFL Footballers, Stoked Inc. ambassadors, Kean Cipriano plus Kapamilya hot men Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil and Xian Lim.

If you want to know the sexiest trends to wear, best swimsuits for summer and how to get on shape for a bikini moment, grab a copy of Metro April 2012 issue for only P150.

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Matt Evans to be Kean's 'Leading Lady' in Star Cinema's 'The Reunion'

This week, the cast of the upcoming Star Cinema romantic-comedy movie, The Reunion was revealed (see details here). The said movie will invest on new team-ups consisting of some of the hottest young stars in Philippine TV today. 

Star Cinema's 'The Reunion' Movie Cast Revealed

Another romantic comedy movie from Star Cinema is in the works. This movie, entitled The Reunion will star some of the hottest young stars in television today. 

New ASAP 2012 Kapamilya To Be Welcomed this Sunday

This Sunday, January 15, ASAP 2012 will be welcoming a new Kapamilya.