Pokwang, Torn Between Richard Gomez and Robin Padilla in Toda Max (Dec 1)

Pokwang is having the time of her life as she is constantly being paired with handsome actors. In the recently released movie “24/7 In Love”, she is paired up with Sam Milby and this time in “Toda Max”, she’ll have two gentlemen wooing her, Richard Gomez and Robin Padilla.

“I’m so beautiful,” the veteran comedian said laughing. “Just look at my on-screen partners who look even more handsome because they’re paired up with me,” she joked. When asked if she’s searching for the same traits in a guy, she said that the most important aspect she wants in a man is their sincerity. “I want a man who will love me for who I am,” she said.

Meanwhile, for the last episode of the sitcom’s month-long anniversary celebration, Richard Gomez, former mainstay in the Kapamilya comedy show “Palibhasa Lalake” will visit Beverly Gil’s St. to serve as Lady G’s (Pokwang) ‘Prince Charming’ when the latter gets into trouble. Because of his bravery, Lady G will help Ricky (Goma) find a job. On the other hand, Tol (Robin) will feel suspicious of Ricky’s true intentions. To protect Lady G, Tol will begin wooing Lady G as well. Ricky and Tol find themselves competing for the rich woman’s attention.

Who will win Lady G’s heart? Find out on “Toda Max” this Saturday (December 1) after “Maalaala Mo Kaya” on ABS-CBN.

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Toda Max Bags 3 Awards from the PMPC Star Awards

Toda Max won big in the PMPC Star Awards for Television recently after it received three awards out of its five nominations. The sitcom took home the Best Comedy/Gag Show Award, Best Comedy Actor Award for Robin Padilla and Best Comedy Actress Award for Pokwang.

Robin and Pokwang’s co-nominees Vhong Navarro and Angel Locsin were delighted with the win of their co-stars. “Even though I didn’t win, just the thought of getting nominated for the Best Comedy Actress category is overwhelming for a first timer in comedy,” said Angel.

This is Robin’s first award in the comedy department while comedy veteran Pokwang has already received numerous awards in the same category.

“Even though I have received the same kind of award numerous times, I still feel surprised and overwhelmed at the support given to me. Thank you so much PMPC!” said Pokwang.

Robin also thanked PMPC and the sitcom’s loyal viewers. “It feels so great knowing that we already received two prestigious awards only after a year of airing,” he said. A big thank you to our viewers and to PMPC,” he said.

The sitcom received the same award from the Catholic Mass Media Awards recently.

Meanwhile, to continue the month-long anniversary of the sitcom, Direk Bobot Mortiz and Tirso Cruz III will visit Beverly Gil’s St. as Tatay Mac’s (Al Tantay) friends and band mates as well as Isabel’s (Angel) godfathers. The two will be excited to see Tatay Mac upon bumping into Isabel but the latter will inform her godfathers that her father still has a grudge towards them. Tol (Robin), Justin (Vhong), Isabel and Lady G (Pokwang) will try their best to reunite the three.

Will the band’s reunion end up with a fun-filled jamming? Find out on “Toda Max” this Saturday (November 24) after “Maalaala Mo Kaya” on ABS-CBN.

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Video: 24/7 in Love Star-Studded Premiere Night

Star Magic's 20th anniversary presentation, 24/7 in Love had its red carpet premiere on November 20 at the SM Megamall. The premiere night was attended by the lead stars of the movie who arrived with their respective partners in the film.

The movie 24/7 in Love is topbilled by Star Magic's brightest stars including Piolo Pascual, John Lloyd Cruz, Angelica Panganiban, Kim Chiu, Gerald Anderson, Bea Alonzo, Zanjoe Marudo, Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla, Maja Salvador, Diether Ocampo, Pokwang, Sam Milby, Zaijian Jaranilla and Xyriel Manabat.

Quick links:

24/7 in Love Official Full Trailer—Official Movie Poster

Cinema teaser trailer—OST Music video and Lyrics—Main Plot

Directed by Mae Czarina Cruz, Dado Lumibao, John-D Lazatin and Frasco Santos Mortiz, 24/7 in Love is now showing in cinemas nationwide.

Here's a video the the successful red carpet premiere of 24/7 in Love:

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Sam Milby is Pokwang's First Kiss in a Movie, Plays a Gigolo in 24/7 in Love

What is a 40-year-old virgin supposed to do when she finds out her fiancé has been cheating on her? Well, find a new man who she can trust and love of course! But this isn’t an easy task so who better to help her than her bff, who’s gay and full of bright ideas?

Sam Milby and Pokwang bring to life the comic story of Charles and Virgie in Star Cinema’s offering in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Star Magic, “24/7 In Love.” All three are excited in their first Star Magic collaboration and they say their episode has a lot of firsts. “It has a lot of firsts I think, this is my first time doing a movie with Pokwang. Hindi naman first time na katrabaho ko siya, we did a ‘Your Song’ a long time ago but it’s my first time being paired with her in a movie. Our story, yung story namin ni Pokwang very comedy talaga,” Sam shares. “I know it was Pokwang’s first time, ako yung first kissing scene niya ever in a movie, so she’s a virgin in the movie and she’s a virgin in terms of kissing scene, so I’m happy that I was the first, hahaha!”

On the other hand, John Lapus, who’s also part of the episode’s cast, reveals that he jumped at the chance to work with the other Star Magic artists as this is a rare opportunity. “Hindi nako tumanggi, siyempre no, bilang bibihira na pagsama-samahin kaming mga Star Magic artists sa ganito kalaki na project. Sana at least once a year, merong Star Magic movie tulad nitong ‘24/ 7 In Love’ kasi masaya na magkakasama kami and maski rin sa mga fans, ‘di ba ang bongga na nakikita nilang magkakasama kami sa isang big screen, nandun kami and of course sa premiere night makikita nila kaming lahat dun.”

Quick links:

24/7 in Love Official Full Trailer—Official Movie Poster

Cinema teaser trailer—OST Music video and Lyrics—Main Plot

Both Sam and John agree that “24/7 In Love” has a lot of lessons for the heart, which audiences from all ages can relate to. “I would say some of the most beautiful things in life come out in the most unexpected times,” Sam admits. “Sa movie, marerealize mo na, one, age doesn’t matter and two, walang pinipiling tao ang pag ibig kahit gwapo, hindi maganda, mayaman, mahirap. Kapag ang puso tinamaan ka talaga maiinlove ka talaga, kahit 24/7 pa,” John adds.

Sam and Pokie’s episode is directed by Frasco Mortiz. Learn about the highs and lows of love in “24/7 In Love” coming to cinemas nationwide on November 21 (Wednesday).

Also part of “24/7 In Love” are other Star Magic artists including John Lapus, Maricar Reyes, Jayson Gainza, Matt Evans, Nina Dolino, Joseph Marco, Jason Francisco, Helga Krapf, Andrei Felix, Seppi Borromeo, and Ian Rusell.

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Piolo Pascual, Sheryl Cruz and Manilyn Reynes on Sarah G Live! this November 18

Seasoned singer-actresses and ’80s teen sensations Sheryl Cruz and Manilyn Reynes will once again join forces for a grand singing showdown with Popstar Sarah Geronimo this Sunday (November 18) in ABS-CBN’s musical variety show “Sarah G. Live!” 

Aside from Sheryl and Manilyn, also watch out for Sarah’s special duet with the Philippines’ ultimate heartthrob Piolo Pascual, who will also be her guest co-host. Piolo’s co-star in the upcoming Star Cinema movie “24/7 In Love,” comedienne Pokwang will also grace the “SGL” centerstage for a show-stopping performance, which will be followed by a breath-taking swag production number of Sam Concepcion. 

Meanwhile, don’t miss Sarah’s another exciting adventure as a baker with Jobert Austria in her ‘Sige Go’ segment. Still with the Popstar in the upcoming episode are her resident dance royalty Gab Valenciano, and co-host Luis Manzano. 

Don’t miss the trending and top Sunday primetime show of ABS-CBN, “Sarah G. Live!” 8:15pm, 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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Ai Ai Delas Alas and Cristine Reyes Fight Over Binoe in Toda Max (November 17)

Ai Ai Delas Alas takes the spotlight this week as the veteran comedian guest on “Toda Max” this Saturday (November 17) to continue the sitcom’s month-long anniversary celebration.

This will mark the second episode under the theme “Tribute to ABS-CBN Comedy Shows” wherein veteran guests join in the fun at Beverly Gil’s. This Saturday, Ai Ai will play the role of a woman who claims that she is Tol’s (Robin Padilla) first wife.

“It has been a while since I last tried my hand in sitcom. I really appreciate the warm welcome of the Toda Max family and enjoyed my guesting so much,” said Ai Ai.

Meanwhile, after the recent win of “Toda Max” as the Best Comedy Show in the Catholic Mass Media Awards the show is nominated again as Best Comedy/Gag Show for the PMPC Star Awards for TV. Other Kapamilya comedy shows like “Banana Split” and “Goin’ Bulilit” also vie for the award. Also nominated are “Toda Max” stars Robin Padilla and Vhong Navarro for the Best Comedy Actor award and Angel Locsin and Pokwang for the Best Comedy Actress award. Karen Reyes and Myrtle Sarrosa also received nominations for the Best New Female TV Personality for their appearance on the show.

“Thank you PMPC Star Awards for seeing all the efforts we put on Toda Max. I didn’t expect to be nominated as Best Comedy Actress especially since Ms. Pokwang, a veteran comedian, is also included in the show. This is really a great honor for me,” said Locsin.

On “Toda Max” this Saturday, Aina (Ai Ai) will introduce herself as Tol’s (Binoe) first wife during the very night that the latter will propose to his girlfriend, Joy (Cristine Reyes). Tol’s romantic advances to Joy will be hindered especially because both Justin (Vhong) and Isabel (Angel) are already being convinced about this.

Is Aina really Tol’s first wife? Find out on “Toda Max” this Saturday (November 17) after “Maalaala Mo Kaya” on ABS-CBN.

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24/7 in Love Main Plot Revealed, KathNiel's Role Pivotal

In celebration of the 20 magical years of the country's most accomplished celebrity home—ABS-CBN Star Magic, Star Cinema proudly brings brings together an ensemble of celebrity royalty that will happen only once in a lifetime in the most anticipated movie of the year, 24/7 in Love.

The romance anthology 24/7 in Love is topbilled by Piolo Pascual, John Lloyd Cruz, Bea Alonzo, Gerald Anderson, Kim Chiu, Maja Salvador, Sam Milby, Diether Ocampo, Angelica Panganiban, Zanjoe Marudo, Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla, Zaijan Jaranilla, Xyriel Manabat, and Pokwang.

Quick links:

24/7 in Love Official Full Trailer—Official Movie Poster

Cinema teaser trailer—OST Music video and Lyrics

Under the directions of John-D Lazatin, Mae Czarina Cruz, Frasco Santos Mortiz and Dado Lumibao, the Star Magic 20th anniversary film 24/7 in Love premieres this November 21 in theaters nationwide.

Below is the main plot of 24/7 in Love:

The story revolves around Jane (Kathryn) in her search for answers on 'What will people do before the world ends?' to be her video entry to win tickets to the concert of her her ultimate crush, Billy Fernandez (Daniel).  In her quest to find the answers to her question, she met different people who will tell her how powerful true love can be. Among them were a 40-year old virgin named Virgie (Pokwang) who will meet a gigolo Charles (Sam Milby); the hopeless romantic secretary Barbara (Maja) helping his boss Ken (Diet) with personal issues; Verna (Angel) who went to vacation in Vietnam and will meet a waiter Elvis (John Lloyd); Belle (Bea) who is in love with gay best friend Butch (Zanjoe); a 35 year old mentally challenged Mike (Piolo) with child stars Zaijan & Xyriel; and an active account executive Patty ( Kim) who wanted to get Alvin (Gerald) as a model for their company.

Photo courtesy of Star Magic

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24/7 in Love Official Full Trailer Released!

Star Cinema has just released the official full trailer of 24/7 in Love in celebration of the 20 magical years of the country's most accomplished celebrity home—ABS-CBN Star Magic.

The romance anthology 24/7 in Love is topbilled by Piolo Pascual, John Lloyd Cruz, Bea Alonzo, Gerald Anderson, Kim Chiu, Maja Salvador, Sam Milby, Diether Ocampo, Angelica Panganiban, Zanjoe Marudo, Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla, Zaijan Jaranilla, Xyriel Manabat, and Pokwang. 

Under the directions of John-D Lazatin, Mae Czarina Cruz, Frasco Santos Mortiz and Dado Lumibao, the Star Magic 20th anniversary film 24/7 in Love premieres this November 21 in theaters nationwide.

Quick links:

 24/7 in Love Official Movie Poster—Cinema teaser trailer—OST Music video and Lyrics

Watch the official movie trailer of 24/7 in Love below:

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24/7 in Love Official Movie Poster Unveiled!

Star Cinema has unveiled the official movie poster of 24/7 in Love, Star Magic's 20th anniversary movie starring the talent management arms' brightest stars. Watch the movie's cinema trailer here.

Seen in the official 24/7 in Love movie poster are the principal characters composed of 7 love teams including Zanjoe Marudo and Bea Alonzo, Angelica Panganiban and John Lloyd Cruz, Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo, Zaijan Jaranilla and Xyriel Manabat, with Piolo Pascual, Kim Chiu and Gerald Anderson, Diether Ocampo and Maja Salvador, and Pokwang and Sam Milby.

Music Video: 24/7 in Love background theme (Your Name by Young JV and Myrtle Sarrosa)

The romance anthology story hinged on the question "what if tomorrow's the end of the world" and how the characters will use the chance to spend their life and change something before the world ends.

Under the directions of John-D Lazatin, Mae Czarina Cruz, Frasco Santos Mortiz and Dado Lumibao, the Star Magic 20th anniversary film 24/7 in Love premieres this November 21 in theaters nationwide.

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Star Magic Movie 24/7 in Love Cinema Teaser Trailer Released!

Star Cinema has released the cinema teaser trailer of 24/7 in Love, the 20th anniversary movie presentation of ABS-CBN talent management arm, Star Magic. The said movie brings together an ensemble of celebrity royalty that will happen only once in a lifetime.

The romance anthology 24/7 in Love is topbilled by Piolo Pascual, John Lloyd Cruz, Bea Alonzo, Gerald Anderson, Kim Chiu, Maja Salvador, Sam Milby, Diether Ocampo, Angelica Panganiban, Zanjoe Marudo, Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla, Zaijan Jaranilla, Xyriel Manabat, and Pokwang. 

Under the directions of John-D Lazatin, Mae Czarina Cruz, Frasco Santos Mortiz and Dado Lumibao, the Star Magic 20th anniversary film 24/7 in Love premieres this November 21 in theaters nationwide. 

Watch the cinema teaser trailer of the biggest Star Magic movie, 24/7 in Love below:

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Robin Padilla's Movie 'Kuratong Baleleng' with Daniel Padilla Postponed

The film “Kuratong Baleleng” starring Robin Padilla, his brother Rommel and nephew Daniel is supposed to have its theatrical release on November 30 but was postponed due to issues involving its title.

“People misinterpret the title as the gang itself. Kuratong Baleleng in Mindanao is a kind of instrument called darling bells,” explained Robin Padilla.

Despite this, Binoe is open to renaming the title. “If it were up to me, I don’t want to change it but it’s up to Rommel. Whatever his decision is, I will support it,” he said.

As Binoe partners with his family for his upcoming movie, “Bad Boy” will pair up with his cousin Justin (Vhong Navarro) in “Toda Max” for a business venture. During the grand launch of their restaurant, Lady G (Pokwang) will invite stars to grace the event but the agency she hired will fail to get the big stars and will bring gay impersonators instead.

What will happen to the grand opening of their restaurant? Find out on “Toda Max” where “LUV U” teen star Marco Gumabao plays the role of the agency’s representative. “Toda Max” airs this Saturday (November 3) after “Maalaala Mo Kaya” on ABS-CBN.

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Vhong Navarro vs Carmina Villaroel in a Cooking Showdown in Toda Max this October 27

Vhong Navarro and Carmina Villaroel’s kitchen tricks will be tested on “Toda Max” this Saturday (October 27) as the two battle it out in a cooking showdown.

“I am prepared for this cooking competition because of the lessons I learned from my culinary school. This showdown must not be missed,” said Carmina, this week’s “Toda Max” guest.

Carmina will play the role of Chef Mina, a four-time winner in the competition “That’s My Chef” who yearns to win one more time to be hailed as a Master Chef Hall of famer. Meanwhile, Tol (Binoe) and Justin (Vhong) will find out that Lady G (Pokwang) has forced evicted them from their home and that Tatay Mac (Al Tantay) and Isabel (Angel Locsin) are the new homeowners. To retrieve their home, Lady G requires them to give a down payment of P100,000.

Thinking that all hope’s gone, Justin will be invited by Chef Mina to compete with her in a cooking showdown to finally get her much-awaited win. If Justin beats her, she’ll give him a P100,000 cash prize.

Will this be the answer to Justin’s prayers? Find out on “Toda Max” this Saturday (October 27) after “Maalaala Mo Kaya” on ABS-CBN.

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Banana Split Celebrates 4th Year Anniversary this October 20

It’s going to be one memorable evening of fun and laughter as “Banana Split” celebrates its fourth anniversary this Saturday (October 20) via a show-cum-concert dubbed “Banana Split The Un4gettable Concert”.

“We’re dedicating this anniversary concert to our most-loved viewers for their continued support. Without them, Banana Split wouldn’t have reached four years,” said John Prats.

Watch the “Dance Floor Dynamite” John Prats move to the beat of mashed up songs with the dance group “Boys Unlimited”. Angelica Panganiban on the other hand, will show her singing prowess as she duets with the first winner of “X Factor Philippines” KZ Tandingan.

In the comedy department, Pooh and Pokwang will once again join forces in the segment “Poohkwang”.

Meanwhile, the “Banana Split” cast will also deliver their gags “Hot Issue” and “Parekoy” and Melai Cantiveros and Zanjoe Marudo will spoof the celebrities entering politics.

All these and more on the anniversary concert of “Banana Split” airing this Saturday (October 20) on ABS-CBN.

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Pokwang and Vhong Navarro to Run as Councilors in the Elections

Pokwang will run as councilor in the upcoming elections where she will compete head on with fellow comedian Vhong Navarro on “Toda Max” this Saturday (October 20).

According to Pokwang who plays as Lady G in the sitcom, she never imagined herself being an election candidate because she feels that her place is really in comedy, “I have my own way of serving my countrymen; it is by making them laugh,” the comedian said.

Meanwhile, she gives an advice to those who plan to run in the elections, she said that they shouldn’t do it because of their personal intentions just like what Lady G, Justin (Vhong) and “Toda Max” guest K Brosas did.

To force Justin to pay his debts to Lady G as soon as possible, Tatay Mac (Al Tantay) will advise the latter to run as councilor. Hap will also advise Justin to run to hinder Lady G from taking his house as payment for his debts. The barangay captain, Madam K (K Brosas) is also determined to win the position.

Who will garner the most number of votes? Find out in “Toda Max” this Saturday (October 20) after “Maalaala Mo Kaya” on ABS-CBN.

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Robin Padilla Almost Succumbed to Smuggling in Toda Max

Robin Padilla almost succumbed to smuggling due to financial problems in the sitcom “Toda Max” this Saturday (October 13).

But honesty and integrity prevailed in Binoe’s character, Tol. “Even though we’re facing financial crises, we shouldn’t resort to doing immoral acts. Honesty is still the best policy,” said Binoe.

In the sitcom, Tol was offered a promotion as a purchasing officer at the automobile repair shop where he works if he will agree to smuggle fake automobile parts. Tol informed his boss that he will think about it.

Meanwhile, Lady G (Pokwang) will force Tol’s cousin Justin (Vhong Navarro) to pay up all his debts and to be able to do so, Justin will accept boarders. Tol will disagree at first but because of their financial need, he will be left with no choice. This decision however, will spark conflict between them and their girlfriends Isabel (Angel Locsin) and Joy (Cristine Reyes).

Why do the girls hate Justin’s borders? And what will happen to Tol if he decides not to accept his boss’ offer? Find out in “Toda Max” this Saturday (October 13) after “X Factor Philippines” on ABS-CBN.

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Toda Max is CMMA's Best Comedy Program, Gina Pareño and Kiray Join the Fun

ABS-CBN’s sitcom “Toda Max” starring Robin Padilla, Vhong Navarro, Pokwang and Angel Locsin won the Best Comedy Program award in the 34th Catholic Mass Media Awards (CMMA) recently and according to Vhong, it is an honor to receive such award.

“To receive a nomination is already a great honor so imagine our surprise when Toda Max won. Our sitcom isn’t even a year old yet,” said Vhong.

He also said that since jurors behind the CMMA are academicians, civic and religious leaders and members of the clergy, they’re very sensitive in choosing the winners. “I think what contributed to our win is the fact that we don’t only make people laugh, we also make sure that they learn something from the show.”

Robin, who portrays Tol in the sitcom said, “Toda Max imparts moral values to the viewers and I think that’s one of the reasons why we won this award.”

The cast promises to continue making people laugh through their moral lesson-infused episodes.

Meanwhile on “Toda Max” this Saturday, Isabel (Angel Locsin) finally receives a job offer and hopes that her neighbors and family members will behave properly during the background inspection by her prospective clients. But they will be surprised by the return of Isabel’s aunt George (Gina Pareño) who was just recently pardoned from prison.

Will everything work out well despite the presence of Isabel’s war freak aunt? Find out in “Toda Max” where Kiray Celis will also join the fun after “The X Factor Philippines” on ABS-CBN this Saturday (October 6).

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60th FAMAS Awards 2012 Winners Unveiled, Anne Curtis Won Best Actress

The 60th FAMAS Awards (2012) was held on September 25 at the Fiesta Pavilion of Manila Hotel. Gov. ER Ejercito's Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story won big clinching eight awards including Best Picture, Best Actor (ER Ejercito) and Best Supporting Actor (Baron Geisler).

Meanwhile, Anne Curtis won the Best Actress trophy beating the likes of Angel Locsin, Kris Aquino and Pokwang. Another Kapamilya star, Angelica Panganiban brought home the Best Supporting Actress award.

Here is the complete list of winners of the 60th FAMAS Awards (2012):

Best Picture
Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story

Best Actor
Jeorge Estregan (Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story)

Best Actress
Anne Curtis (No Other Woman)

Best Supporting Actor
Baron Geisler (Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story)

Best Supporting Actress
Angelica Panganiban (Segunda Mano)

Best Child Actor
Buboy Villar (Ang Panday 2)

Best Child Actress
Xyriel Manabat (A Mother’s Story)

Best Director
Tikoy Aguiluz (Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story)

Best Story
Carlo Caparas and RJ Nuevas (Ang Panday 2)

Best Screenplay
Roy Iglesias and Rey Ventura (Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story)

Best Cinematography
Carlo Mendoza (Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story)

Best Theme Song
Hari Ng Tondo by Gloc 9 feat. Denise Barbacena (Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story)

Best Editing
Jason Cahapay, Mirana Medina-Bhunjun, Ryan Orduña (Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story)

Special Awards:

Hall of Fame
Carlo J. Caparas

German Moreno Youth Achievement Award
Daniel Padilla, Derrick Monasterio, Edgar Allan Guzman, Enrique Gil, Jessy Mendiola, Julie Anne San Jose and Kristoffer Martin

Outstanding Lady Movie Producers
Atty. Anette Gozon-Abrogar (GMA Films), Donna Villa (Golden Lions Films), Malou Santos (Star Cinema) and Mother Lily Monteverde (Regal Films)

Public Service Award
Gov. Jeorge ER Ejercito

Huwarang Artista sa Larangan ng Serbisyo Publiko 
Quezon City Dist. 2 Councilor Alfred Vargas

Exemplary Achievement in the Field of Justice 
PAO Chief Atty. Persida V. Rueda-Acosta

Antonio M. Padua Memorial Award 
Ricky Lo

FAMAS Grand Award 
Edmark International CEO Sam Low Ban Chai

Posthumous Award 
Sec. Jesse M. Robredo

Photo courtesy of @VivaInteractive (Twitter)

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Sandara Park Joins Twitter, Gets @krungy21 as Twitter Handle

Sandara Park, now known as Dara of the popular K-POP girl group 2NE1 has recently joined Twitter. Dara created a Twitter account with the handle @krungy21 last September 17 and as of this posting, she had already more than 100, 000 followers.

Sandara's Twitter handle handle is based on the term "krung krung," which was used to describe her unpredictable personality during her stay in Philippine showbiz. It can be recalled that Dara was dubbed as the "Pambanang Krung Krung ng Pilipinas" which she also used to describe herself on twitter after the "2NE1's fresh vocalist" written in Korean.

Wassup!!! This is Sandara Park! I was originally going to fly under the radar but i've been exposed by my baby bro Thunder! Bwahahaha!!!^.^
— Sandara Park (@krungy21) September 18, 2012

Sandara Park was an alumna of ABS-CBN's Star Circle Quest together with batch mates Hero Angeles, Roxanne Guinoo, Joross Gamboa and Melissa Ricks. She had quite a number of TV and film projects, after SCQ including Bcuz Of U (2004) and Can This Be Love (2005) with Hero Angeles (2004) and D' Lucky Ones in 2006 with Pokwang, Eugene Domingo and Joseph Bitangcol.

She also had an album bannered by her hit songs In or Out, Walang Sabit and Ang Ganda Ko.

Sandara went back to Korea in 2007 to pursue a showbiz career there and later debuted with three other girls as a member of 2NE1 under YG Entertainment, the management company of K-POP boy group, Big Bang.

On Twitter, Dara had mentioned co-stars Pokwang and Luis Manzano (Crazy For You) and friend from SCQ, Melissa Ricks.

Photo courtesy of Yahoo Philippines OMG

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60th FAMAS Awards 2012 Nominees Unveiled

The 60th FAMAS Awards (2012) will be held this September 25 at the Fiesta Pavilion of Manila Hotel. Six films will vie for the Best Picture Award including Pokwang's A Mother's Story and Angel Locsin's In The Name of Love. 

Meanwhile, both Angel Locsin and Pokwang are nominated for the Best Actress Award together with Kris Aquino, Anne Curtis, Cristine Reyes, Carla Abellana and Rhian Ramos.

Here is the complete list of nominees for the 60th FAMAS Awards 2012:

Best Picture
A Mother's Story
Ang Panday 2
In The Name of Love
Manila Kingpin: Asiong Salonga
Segunda Mano
The Road

Best Actress
Pokwang – (A Mother’s Story)
Marian Rivera - (Ang Panday 2)
Angel Locsin (In The Name of Love)
Carla Abellana – (Manila Kingpin: Asiong Salonga)
Anne Curtis – (No Other Woma)
Cristine Reyes – (No Other Woman)
Kris Aquino – (Segunda Mano)
Rhian Ramos – (The Road)

Best Actor 
Noni Buencamino – (A Mother’s Story)
Bong Revilla - (Ang Panday 2)
Aga Muhlach - (In The Name of Love)
Jeorge Estregan – (Manila Kingpin: Asiong Salonga)
Derek Ramsay - (No Other Woman)
Dingdong Dantes – (Segunda Mano)
TJ Trinidad – (The Road)

Best Director
John D. Lazatin – (A Mother’s Story)
Mac Alejandre – (Ang Panday 2)
Olivia M. Lamasan – (In The Name of Love)
Tikoy Aguiluz (Manila Kingpin: Asiong Salonga)
Ruel Santos Bayani – (No Other Woman)
Joyce Bernal – (Segunda Mano)
Yam Laranas – (The Road)

Best Supporting Actress
Daria Ramirez – (A Mother’s Story)
Iza Calzado – (Ang Panday 2)
Carmi Martin – (In The Name of Love)
Valerie Concepcion – (Manila Kingpin: Asiong Salonga)
Carmi Martin - (No Other Woman)
Angelica Panganiban – (Segunda Mano)
Carmina Villaroel – (The Road)

Best Supporting Actor
Rayver Cruz (A Mother’s Story)
Philip Salvador (Ang Panday 2)
Jake Cuenca (In The Name of Love)
Baron Geisler (Manila Kingpin: Asiong Salonga)
Tirso Cruz III (No Other Woman)
Jhong Hilario (Segunda Mano)
Marvin Agustin (The Road)

Best Child Actress
Xyriel Manabat (A Mother’s Story)
Sofia Mallari (Segunda Mano)
Best Child Actor
Buboy Villar (Ang Panday 2)
Renz Valerio (The Road)

Best Story
Senedy Que (A Mother’s Story)
“Carlo J. Caparas, RJ Nuevas” (Ang Panday 2)
Enrico Santos (In The Name of Love)
“Roy Inglesias, Rey Ventura” (Manila Kingpin: Asiong Salonga)
“Keiko Aquino, Ricardo Fernando III, Kriz G. Gazmen” (No Other Woman)
Joel Mercado (Segunda Mano)
Yam Laranas (The Road)

Best Screenplay
Senedy Que (A Mother’s Story)
RJ Nuevas (Ang Panday 2)
“Olivia M. Lamasan, Enrico Santos” (In The Name of Love)
“Roy Inglesias, Rey Ventura” (Manila Kingpin: Asiong Salonga)
“Ricardo Fernando III, Kriz G. Gazmen” (No Other Woman)
Joel Mercado (Segunda Mano)
“Aloy Adlawan, Yam Laranas” (The Road)

Best Cinematography
Shayne Sarte (A Mother’s Story)
Daniel Uy (Ang Panday 2)
Hermann Claravall (In The Name of Love)
Carlo Mendoza (Manila Kingpin: Asiong Salonga)
Charlie Peralta (No Other Woman)
Charlie Peralta (Segunda Mano)
Yam Laranas (The Road)

Best Editing
Mitos R. Briones (A Mother’s Story)
Chrisel Galeno-Desuasido (Ang Panday 2)
Marya Ignacio (In The Name of Love)
“Jason Cahapay, Mirana Medina-Bhunjun, Ryan Orduña” (Manila Kingpin: Asiong Salonga)
Vito Cajili (No Other Woman)
“Joyce Bernal, Marya Ignacio” (Segunda Mano)
“Mae Carzon, Yam Laranas” (The Road)

Best Sound
“Marlon Ongleo, Aenid Pajo” (A Mother’s Story)
“Ditoy Aguila, Lucy Quinto” (Ang Panday 2)
Aurel Claro Bilbao (In The Name of Love)
Aurel Claro Bilbao (No Other Woman)
Aurel Claro Bilbao (Segunda Mano)
“Lamberto Casas Jr., Addis Tabong, Alec Tomboc” (The Road)
Best Musical Score
Fred Ferraz (A Mother’s Story)
Von de Guzman (Ang Panday 2)
Von de Guzman (In The Name of Love)
Nonong Buencamino (Manila Kingpin: Asiong Salonga)
Raul Mitra (No Other Woman)
Carmina Cuya (Segunda Mano)
Johan Södergvist (The Road)

Best Theme Song
Sakaling Malimutan Ka – Carol Banawa (A Mother’s Story)
Panday – Pupil (Ang Panday 2)
Naaalala Ka – Jericho Rosales (In The Name of Love)
Hari ng Tondo – Gloc9 feat Denise Barbacena (Manila Kingpin: Asiong Salonga)
Now That You’re Gone – Juris (No Other Woman)

Best Art Direction
Nesty Ramirez (A Mother’s Story)
“Ritchie Besas, Elmer Gamila” (Ang Panday 2)
Shari Marie Teresa E. Montiague (In The Name of Love)
Nancy Arcega (No Other Woman)
Nancy Arcega (Segunda Mano)
Melchor Defensor (The Road)

Best Special Effects
Erick Torrente (Ang Panday 2)
Erick Torrente (In The Name of Love)
Erick Torrente (Manila Kingpin: Asiong Salonga)
Erick Torrente (Segunda Mano)
“Carlo Abello, Jessie Abiva, Ryan Abugan” (The Road)

Best Visual Effects
“Richard Francia, Rommel Pambid , Matt Queblatin” (A Mother’s Story)
“Serjohn Bato, Jay Santiago” (Ang Panday 2)
Fiona Marie Borres (In The Name of Love)
Erick Torrente (Manila Kingpin: Asiong Salonga)
Arturo Jarlego (No Other Woman)
“Earl Bontuyan, Dodge Ledesma, Liza Ledesma” (Segunda Mano)
“Nathaniel Robite, Joseph Ramos, Ryan Jose Ticsay” (The Road)

Special Awards

“German Moreno Youth Achievement Awardees”
Julie Anne San Jose
Derrick Monasterio
Kristoffer Martin
Enrique Gil
Daniel Padilla
Jessy Mendiola
Edgar Allan Guzman

Public Service Award
Gov. Jeorge ER Ejercito

Huwarang Artista sa Larangan ng Serbisyo Publiko
Hon. Alfred Vargas, Q.C. Councilor, District 2

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Pokwang Admits Dancing in a Bar

Rumor has it that Pokwang was caught in a bar, dressed in a skimpy outfit while dancing in front of a group of wild cheering men.

“It’s true,” Pokwang said. “So you should watch out for it in TODA Max,” the comedienne added. Police will raid a bar where Lady G (Pokwang) was caught doing this. She will be jailed alongside Tatay Mac (Al Tantay) and Justin (Vhong Navarro). Why were they in a bar?

Meanwhile, Tol and Justin’s handsome grandpa, Lolo Lloydie, will be coming over to ask for help regarding his missing daughter. On the other hand, Lady G will find Myrtle crying in her house, in need of help.

Will Lolo Lloydie find his daughter? Find out on “TODA Max”, with guest stars Leo Martinez and PBB Teen Big Winner Myrtle Sarrosa, this Saturday (September 15) after “X Factor Philippines” here on ABS-CBN.

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