Zac Efron in the Philippines Soon for Penshoppe

It's confirmed!

Zac Efron is coming to the Philippines to honor his Penshoppe ensdorsement deal.

Zac Efron was confirmed to be part of Penshoppe's international endorsers after the local brand signed Thai heartthrob Mario Maurer and Gossip Girl's Ed Westwick. Penshoppe, which is dedicated to bring over hottest international endorsers call them the Penshoppe All Stars.

Zac Efrons's inclusion in the league of Penshoppe All stars was way ahead of Leighton Meester and Ian Somerhalder's endorsement deals and yet, Zac Efron was the last to visit the country. Both Leighton and Ian had come to the Philippines either to shoot for their campaign or grace a Penshoppe fashion event.

The good news was shared by PR Asia, saying that Zac Efron is coming to Manila soon.

"UPDATE: Zac Efron CONFIRMED to visit the Philippines. Says he wants to learn waterski and can't wait to meet his Filipino fans #news"

Are you excited to see Zac Efron in person? It seems that Penshoppe is indeed on for a big rivalry with Bench which is also acquiring international stars as endorser.

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Erich Gonzales and Mario Maurer Finish Movie Shoot in Thailand

Erich Gonzales and Mario Maurer have finished shooting for their movie Suddenly It's Magic in Bangkok Thailand. The Suddenly It's Magic team had their last shooting day on June 19.

Video: Mario Maurer and Erich Gonzales Talk about Movie in Thailand

As a goodbye message, Mario shared a photo of him with Erich in his official Twitter account (@ohohmario) with the caption: “Don't forget to support me and erich gonzales for our movie "suddenly it's magic" good bye friend.” 

On their last shooting day, Mario also comforted the staff of the movie who were emotional as they bid farewell. He posted his photo with this caption: “last day for movie I wanna say thx u to all my filipino team don't cry we will see u soon love u.”

Related: Baifern Pimchanok and Mario Maurer Reunited in Movie 'Suddenly It's Magic'

Last June 11, Erich flew to Thailand with the movie crew to shoot for scenes in Bangkok.  Erich spent around two weeks in the Thai capital to shoot her scenes with her leading man. The Star Magic actress is scheduled to arrive in the Philippines this Sunday, June 24.

Here are some photos of Erich Gonzales and Mario Maurer while shooting for the movie Suddenly It's Magic:

Mario Maurer and Erich Gonzales posed with Mario's girlfriend, Gubgib Sumontip
during their Suddenly It's Magic movies shoot in Bangkok, Thailand

Suddenly It’s Magic is directed by Rory Quintos and produced by Star Cinema.

Aside from shooting scenes in Bangkok, the love team partners also shot for several days in Ilocos. In Suddenly It’s Magic, Mario plays the role of a Thai superstar who goes to the Philippines to escape from his frantic lifestyle. He then meets a romantically jaded pastry chef portrayed by Erich. 

Photos courtesy of Mario Maurer, MarioMLovers, Julius Kevin Bailon and Gubgib Sumontip

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Erich Gonzales in Thailand for 'Suddenly It's Magic' Movie Shoot

After filming in Ilocos with Thai heartthrob Mario Maurer, Erich Gonzales is now in Bangkok, Thailand to shoot for their movie, Suddenly It's Magic.

Erich Gonzales left for Thailand together with Suddenly It's Magic staff and crew on Monday, June 11 to continue shooting for the film. Erich said that she will be away for three weeks and stay in Bangkok for the movie's shoot along with other Thai actors.

Video: Mario Maurer and Erich Gonzales Talk about Movie in Thailand

“I am leaving today, pupunta po akong Bangkok. Magsu-shooting po ako ng Suddenly It’s Magic. Makakasama ko po doon si Mario at iba pang Thai actors. We'll be there for three weeks po ata. Halfway through na (kami sa shooting). So far so good,” said Erich in an interview with ABS-CBN news.

Previous reports confirmed that Mario Maurer's leading lady in Crazy Little Thing Called Love Baifern Pimchanok (aka Nam) will also be part of Suddenly It's Magic in a special guest starring role (read related article here).

Erich and Mario had recently finished their movie shoot in Ilocos. Erich revealed that Mario is very fun to be with, cool and playful. She also said that the Thai superstar works hard to perfect his Tagalog lines in the movie.

Mario Maurer and Erich Gonzales in their movie shoot, Ilocos

Erich is now looking forward to shooting in Bangkok, Thailand because it will be some sort of a vacation as they will make rounds on Bangkok's beautiful landmarks and will taste its native delicacies for the Suddenly It's Magic shoot.

In  Suddenly It's Magic, Erich plays a romantically jaded Filipina baker who meets a Thai superstar (Mario Maurer) who visits the Philippines to escape from his busy career (more on their roles in the movie here).

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Baifern Pimchanok and Mario Maurer Reunited in Movie 'Suddenly It's Magic'

Baifern Pimchanok Lerwisetpibol who is popularly known as Nam of the hit movie Crazy Little Thing Called Love will be reunited with her First Love: A Little thing Called Love leading man Mario Maurer via the movie Suddenly It's Magic.

According to PR Asia Worldwide, Baifern Pimchanok will have a guest starring role in Suddenly It's Magic, Mario Maurer and Erich Gonzales' movie under Star Cinema.

PR Asia Worldwide tweeted:

CONFIRMED:  Baifern Pimchanok will have a special guest starring role in 'Suddenly It's Magic' co-starring @ohohmario #news

Many thought that Mario and Baifern will be reunited again on the sequel of Crazy Little Thing Called Love. Pretty sure fans will be lining up in cinemas for Suddenly It's Magic not only because it was a romantic and feel-good movie but also because of Mario and Baifern. Of course, we can't exclude the fact that Erich and Mario do have chemistry together, based on their movie stills.

Are you excited for Mario and Baifern? Part of me saying that she will be the third wheel in Mario-Erich tandem in the movie. What do you think will be Baifern's role in Suddenly It's Magic?

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Leighton Meester and Mario Maurer on Ramp for Penshoppe Impact

Penshoppe international endorsers and ALL STARS members, Leighton Meester and Mario Maurer graced the Philippine Fashion Week Holiday 2012 as they walk the ramp for Penshoppe's "Impact" show last May 26.

Mario was in the country not only for the Penshoppe fashion show but also to film his movie with Erich Gonzales in Ilocos. Leighton Meester, on the other hand just arrived last Friday night to honor her Penshoppe endorsement deals as the new muse of the said brand. Leighton joins the family of Penshoppe All Stars along with Mario, her Gossip Girl co-star Ed Westwick, actor Zac Efron and Vampire Diaries' Ian Somerhalder.

The Leighton Meester we saw at the Penshoppe "Impact" was no Blaire Waldorf as she was all smiles to the audience, unlike when she arrived on Friday at the NAIA Terminal 3 where she did not care to wave or entertain a single interview (watch the footage here).

Here are some of the photos of Leighton Meester and Mario Maurer at the Penshoppe's "Impact" show as part of the Philippine Fashion Week Holiday 2012.

 Photos courtesy of StyleBible.ph (@stylebibleph) and tumbler.com

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Leighton Meester Arrives in Manila for Penshoppe

Gossip Girl's Leighton Meester arrived in Manila on Friday, May 25 at past 9 pm at the NAIA Terminal 3 to take part on local clothing brand Penshoppe's ALL STARS campaign.

Leighton Meester is expected to grace Penshoppe's runway show Impact on May 26 as part of the Philippine Fashion Week.

Leighton Meester and her entourage did not allow any media interviews during her arrival. Watch the footage of Leighton Meester's arrival in NAIA below (courtesy of GMA News).

Leighton Meester now joins Gossip Girl co-star Ed Westwick, Thai Heartthrob Mario Maurer, actor Zac Efron and Vampire Diaries' Ian Somerhalder in the Penshoppe ALL STARS campaign. The 'Queen B' is the newest international muse of Penshoppe.

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Gossip Girl's Leighton Meester as Next Penshoppe Endorser?

After tapping Ed Westwick, Mario Maurer, Zac Efron and recently, Ian Somerhalder as their endorsers, Penshoppe is not stopping on getting international stars who will join the league of Penshoppe All Stars. This time, it is rumored that Ed Westwick's Gossip Girl co-star, Leighton Meester will be the newest Penshoppe endorser.

Gossip Girl's Blair Waldorf, Leighton Meester for Penshoppe?

Yesterday, May 21, PR Asia Worldwide lead publicist Joyce Ramirez tweeted that a female will be joining the league of international Penshoppe endorsers whom she referred to as the 'Queen' who will be the new muse of the said clothing brand. The All Stars team has all gorgeous men so probably Penshoppe wanted a girl endorser who is equally as popular as the others.

Joyce Ramirez tweeted:

Followers of Penshoppe has immediately guessed she was referring to Leighton Meester. Her name became a trending topic on Twitter after the  teaser was posted. Leighton Meester plays Blair Waldorf in the hit US TV series Gossip Girl, who they refferred to as the “Queen Bee of New York’s Upper East Side.”

This May 26, Penshoppe will be revealing the identity of their first female international endorser at the Philippine Fashion Week to be held at the SMX Mall of Asia.

Are you excited to meet Leighton Meester? We hope she's indeed Penshoppe's new muse.

Photo courtesy of fan-pop.com

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Ian Somerhalder of The Vampire Diaries Coming to PH for Penshoppe

The Vampire Diaries' Ian Somerhalder is coming to the Philippines for an endorsement deal with Filipino clothing brand Penshoppe. Ian Somerhalder, who plays vampire Damon Salvatore in the said hit US TV series announced  the good news on his official Twitter account, Thursday, May 17.

Ian Somerhalder for Penshoppe "ALL STARS"

In his official Twitter account on Thursday, Ian Somerhalder said: “See you soon PHILIPPINES! ;) Let’s rock this #PENSHOPPEAllStars.”

See you soon PHILIPPINES! ;) Let’s rock this #PENSHOPPEAllStars

— ian somerhalder (@iansomerhalder) May 17, 2012

The news was confirmed by PR Asia Worldwide's lead publicist, Joyce A. Ramirez saying that Ian Somerhalder is now en route to Manila.

Ian Somerhalder will be part of Penshoppe's "All Stars" campaign which includes famous international endorsers like Ed Westwick of Gossip Girl, Zac Efron and Thai heartthrob Mario Maurer.

In an official statement, Ian is said to be staying in the Philippines for one week doing photo shoots and press conference. He will also visit a flagship Penshoppe store in the metro.

“Penshoppe is very excited to work with Ian and our team is doing everything to make this a truly memorable visit for him. He will be staying in the Philippines for a week to shoot his campaign at an environmental-friendly resort as well as participate in a press conference to be held in Manila,” Said Joyce Ramirez.

This is Ian Somerhalder’s first trip to the Philippines and his Filipino fans, especially the avid viewers of The Vampire Diaries will be much delighted to see this hunky actor.

Aside from Ian, Hollywood actor Zac Efron is also reported to be flying to Manila for the campaign, although this is not yet confirmed by Penshoppe.

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Mario Maurer is Candy Mag Coverboy for May 2012

Thai heartthrob Mario Maurer covers Candy Magazine May 2012 issue. Mario is lovable in a close-up cover photo for Candy, the no. 1 teen magazine in town.

The Candy Mag May 2012 issue also features American Idol alumnus David Archuleta. Inside, we can get a glimpse of Archie's super inspiring endeavors. PBB Teen Clash of 2010 ex-housemate, Ivan Dorschner will also talk about Katy Perry and the 15 minutes of fame he got after being kissed by the international popstar while shirtless on stage of Katy's Manila concert (see photos and video here).

Grab your copy of Candy Mag May 2012 issue at leading book and magazine stores nationwide.

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Video: Mario Maurer and Erich Gonzales Talk about Movie in Thailand

Thai superstar Mario Maurer and Filipina actress Erich Gonzales had their first interview in Bangkok, Thailand after the story conference for their movie Suddenly It's Magic. 

The movie, which will be helmed by director Rory Quintos, will be shot in Ilocos, philippines and Bangkok Thailand.

Erich Gonzales will play the role of a pastry chef who just got out of a bad relationship. This made her a little jaded or bitter when it comes to love. Erich character then will meet this Thai guy who will change her life, the magic begins.

Meanwhile, Mario Maurer will play a role very close to his status, a Thai superstar who is working in the movies. This movie star will then get bored of the career that he made, deciding one day to take a vacation somewhere and in the Philippines, he found the magic he's looking for.

Watch Mario Maurer and Erich Gonzales' first interview in Thailand for their movie Suddenly It's Magic:

Photo and video courtesy of MyChos.com

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Erich and Mario Maurer's Movie to shoot in Bangkok and Ilocos

Actress Erich Gonzales flew to Bangkok, Thailand this week together with director Rory Quintos to meet with Thai heartthrob Mario Maurer  for the story conference of their movie with the working title Suddenly It's Magic.

Erich and Mario's movie, Suddenly It's Magic tells the story of a romantically jaded Filipina baker who is changed when she meets a Thai superstar who visits the Philippines to escape from his busy career.

Erich Gonzales will play the role of a Pinay businesswoman who runs her own bakeshop.

“My character here, I own a bakeshop. I’m actually a pastry chef. I just got out of a bad relationship that’s why I became a little jaded or bitter when it comes to love. Then I meet this Thai guy who will change my life, and so that’s where the magic begins,” Erich said in an interview with ABS-CBN News.

Meanwhile, Mario Maurer will play Marcus, a Thai movie star who will get tired of the lime light and finds way to live in peace somewhere far away.

“My character’s name is Marcus, and he’s a Thai superstar. He works in the movie business, [but] he gets bored of the career that he made, and one day he just decided he wants to go somewhere, like the Philippines, and that’s when the magic starts,” Mario Maurer said.

The said movie will be shot in location at Bangkok, Thailand and Ilocos, Philippines. Mario will be returning to the country in May for Suddenly It's Magic movie shoot.

Could there be a possibility that Mario will court Erich on the course of their movie shoot as some movie team ups ended up? Well, Erich is quick to say that they will just remain friends even after the shoot as Mario has a girlfriend already.

“Everybody knows that he has a longtime girlfriend, and I really admire their relationship, and we’re here to work and to have fun, and definitely we’ll be close friends even after this,” Erich told ABS-CBN news coming to the rescue for Mario who was asked the question.

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Erich Gonzales will Bake in Movie with Mario Maurer

Actress Erich Gonzales will have to learn the art of baking in preparation for her upcoming movie with Thai superstar Mario Maurer. 

In the movie tentatively titled Suddenly It's Magic, Erich will play the role of a Pinay businesswoman who runs her own bakeshop. Erich is currently attending baking lessons but according to her, she will not have a hard time learning the skill since she knew how to cook.

"Yes, I cook also so sa baking medyo madali na siya. Kailangan lang maging accurate ka sa measurement and sa lahat."

Erich will start shooting for the movie after her Star Magic Concert tour at the Waikiki Shell in Hawaii. She will be going to Thailand for a series of filming while Mario will also be going back to the Philippines for another series of shoot.

Erich is thankful with Star Cinema for entrusting her such big project. The movie will be directed by Rory B. Quintos, who is also Erich's director in her teleserye, Maria La Del Barrio.

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Erich Gonzales and Mario Maurer To Start Shooting For Movie This April

Erich Gonzales will be busy this coming months as she is about to start the shoot of her movie with Thai hearthrob, Mario Maurer this coming April. 

Erich and Mario will star in a romantic movie titled Suddenly It's Magic. The movie will be shot in Thailand as well as in the Philippines. Erich is thrilled with filming the movie with Mario. She expressed her excitement of working with the Thai hearthrob since it will mix 2 different cultures in one movie. According to reports, the movie will revolve around a Thai celebrity who got betrayed by his love. Disappointed and broken-hearted, the celebrity will fly to Manila where he will meet 'the one'.

Suddenly It's Magic is produced by Star Cinema.

Erich's early primetime series, Maria La Del Barrio will wrap up next week and the actress is very thankful to supporters who did not lose hold to the story of Maria and Luis. 

Meanwhile, Erich is also busy for the shoot of her upcoming horror movie, Corazon: Ang Unang Aswang which is said to hit theaters this coming March (read story here). Erich will star with Derek Ramsay in this film by famed production designer and director, Richard Somes.

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Mario Maurer in Chalk Magazine's February 2012 Cover

Thai Hearthrob Mario Maurer covers the February 2012 issue of Chalk magazine. 

Read all about his life in Thailand and what he thinks of his Filipino fans. Plus, get to know your favorite UAAP athletes’ darlings and their ultra kilig stories. Get ideas on what makeup to try and what dress to wear on the 14th. Find out what happened on one lucky girl’s date with basketball hottie and Chalk cover boy David Semerad.

The latest issue of the said magazine also features Christina Aguilera, BJ Penn and Robi Domingo in a much bigger mag size.

“Chalk” is now available in leading newsstands nationwide. Get a sneak peak on what’s inside the current issue of Chalk as well browse contents of some of its past issues on GotChalk Google Chrome App. To download, just go to http://chrome.google.com/webstore and type GotChalk in the search bar. Hit the install button and launch the applications through buttons found in Google Chrome’s default home view.

Mario Maurer Behind the Scenes Video in Penshoppe Summer Ad Campaign

Penshoppe has released a behind the scenes video of their Pre-Summer 2012 campaign shoot with the Thai heartthrob Mario Maurer.

The fashion brand recently released campaign photos for their Pre-Summer 2012 collection featuring Ed Westwick, Solenn Heussaff and Mario Maurer which was received quite well by netizens.

Earlier today, though, Penshoppe's rival brand Bench released the first few photos of their Summer 2012 campaign featuring popular local celebrities.

Battle of ad campaigns?

Anyway, here's the BTS video of Mario Maurer's photoshoot for Penshoppe's Pre-Summer 2012 campaign.

Eugene Domingo nominated as Best Actress, Mario Maurer as Best Supporting Actor in the 6th Asian Film Awards

Eugene Domingo has earned a Best Actress nomination in the 6th Asian Film Awards for her performance in The Woman in the Septic Tank(Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank).

'Crazy Little Thing Called Love' Sequel in the Works?

Is it true that a sequel for the romantic comedy film of Mario Maurer entitled Fist Love - A Little Thing Called Love (better known as Crazy Little Thing Called Love) is in the works now?