Pokwang to Work with American Actors in Movie 'Ms Edsa Woolworth'

After winning international critical acclaim for her powerful performance in the drama, “A Mother’s Story”, which garnered 18 FAMAS nominations in 2012, actress-comedienne Pokwang was tapped anew by TFC@theMovies to star in its second film offering, Ms Edsa Woolworth.

According to film director John-D Lazatin, who also received a FAMAS nomination for his direction of “A Mother’s Story,” shooting for the new family romantic comedy film will begin this May in the U.S.

Asked why Pokwang was chosen again to star in TFC’s new movie, Lazatin replied: “Pokwang is one of those rare gifted, versatile actresses who is very relatable.  Moviegoers identify or empathize with her characters.  Her on- and off-screen personas are also very positive that she’s able to inject humor and lightness even in the face of most dire challenges in life.  She projects the character of our overseas Filipinos that TFC serves worldwide.”

While production remains tight-lipped about the exciting film project, Lazatin shared that Ms Edsa Woolworth will have a strong Filipino and American cast.  

A bit of reveal about the title: Pokwang plays Edsa (short for Epifania de los Santos) whose mother remarried an American named Frank Woolworth. The comedy focuses on the interracial relationships of three adult Filipinos taking care of their white stepfather.

The film will be released later in 2014 as part of TFC’s 20th anniversary celebration.  More information on Ms Edsa Woolworth coming out soon on tfc-usa.com/AtTheMovies.

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ASAP Live in Dubai (Part 1) Airs February 2

ABS-CBN will take TV viewers to the Middle East this Sunday (February 2) as it airs the first part of the star-studded “ASAP Live in Dubai” that drew 18,000 people at the Dubai Festival City.

Witness the world-class concert experience showcased in the first-ever staging of “ASAP 19″ in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which was graced by over 40 Kapamilya stars, led by Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano, Concert King Martin Nievera, Ultimate Showgirl Vina Morales, Divine Diva ZsaZsa Padilla, and Queen of All Media Kris Aquino.

Officially part of the 2014 Dubai Shopping Festival, “ASAP Live in Dubai” launched the partnership of ABS-CBN The Filipino Channel (TFC) Middle East with OSN, the leading pay TV network in the Middle East.

Love will overflow on Sunday with special romantic treats from “The Legal Wife” team-up of Jericho Rosales and Angel Locsin and “Home Sweetie Home” tandem of John Lloyd Cruz and Toni Gonzaga.

Be mesmerized with the adoring production numbers of Kapamilya heartthrobs Piolo Pascual, Sam Milby, Luis Manzano, and Richard Yap.

Meanwhile, prepare for high-energy vocal performances from Charice, Bamboo, Erik Santos, Yeng Constantino, Jed Madela, Angeline Quinto, Nikki Gil, Zia Quizon, Jovit Baldivino, Marcelito Pomoy, and ASAP Sessionistas; and jaw-dropping OPM diva treats from Klarisse and Morisette.

Also, watch out for a breathtaking dance showdown in ASAP Supahdance with Kim Chiu, Cristine Reyes, Shaina Magdayao, Maja Salvador, Gerald Anderson, Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil, Jessy Mendiola, Julia Montes, Erich Gonzales, Iya Villania, John Prats, Rayver Cruz, Robi Domingo, and Alex Gonzaga.

Don’t miss the beginning of “ASAP Live in Dubai” TV special in the country’s longest-running, award-winning variety show, “ASAP 19,” this Sunday, 12:15nn, on ABS-CBN.

For viewers who want to purchase ASAP official merchandise, simply visit the ABS-CBN Store located at the ground floor of ELJ building in Quezon City, or visit ABSCBNstore.shopinas.com and MyRegalo.com.

Visit ASAP.abs-cbn.com to hang-out live with stars at ASAP Chill-Out. Also join the fun at “ASAP 19′s” official social networking accounts at Facebook.com/asapofficial and Twitter.com/ASAPOFFICIAL, and know the latest happenings in “ASAP 19” by tweeting the hashtag #ASAPLiveinDubai.

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ASAP Live in Dubai on January 24, Biggest Filipino Event Ever in the Middle East

The Filipino Channel (TFC) welcomes 2014 with a bang as it brings its longest-running and top-rating musical show, “ASAP Live in Dubai” to the entertainment capital of the Middle East on January 24, Friday at the Dubai Festival City.

TFC, the top-of-mind network of Filipinos outside the homeland, promises to deliver yet another history-making event with no less than the most widely followed musical show in the Philippines that features the biggest names in the entertainment industry.  Following the long history of record-breaking TFC events such as “Rakrakanfest”, “FilExpo” and “Kapamilya Fiesta,” “ASAP Live in Dubai” is set to gather a record crowd in Dubai where the grandest entertainment shows have been staged, including those of Hollywood stars.

“ASAP 2014 in Dubai” is set to be a main highlight of the upcoming Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), best known as one of the major shopping and entertainment extravaganzas in the world.  The DSF, where the most recognized brands and astronomical prizes are drawn over the 32-day festival period, has been part of the itinerary of denizens and visitors including, Hollywood celebrities.

This exciting event is set to be as stellar with its line-up of more than 40 of the most respected recording artists, the most awarded performers and the most exciting showbiz personalities from the Philippines.

Leading the line-up are Total Performer Gary Valenciano, Divine Diva Zsa Zsa Padilla, Dynamic Diva Vina Morales and Concert King Martin Nievera. Sharing their world-class performances are Charice Pempengco, dubbed “the most talented girl in the world,” by media mogul Oprah Winfrey, “The Voice of the Philippines” ‘Kamp Kawayan’ judge and rock star Bamboo, and Hall of Famer for the World Championship of the Performing Arts Champion Jed Madela,

Providing equally world-class performances are singing champions and awarded recording artists “Star for a Million’s” Erik Santos, “Pilipinas Got Talent’s” Jovit Baldovino and Marcelito Pomoy, and “Star Power’s” Angeline Quinto. Adding more excitement to the already stellar line-up are Kapamilya heartthrobs Piolo Pascual,  Sam Milby, Gerald Anderson, Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil, and John Lloyd Cruz and multi-awarded celebrities Toni Gonzaga, Nikki Gil, Luis Manzano and Robi Domingo. 

Injecting more thrills are young superstars Kim Chiu, Julia Montes, and Erich Gonzales.  Sharing their unique singing prowess are Rockoustic Princess Yeng Constantino, “X Factor” champion KZ Tandingan and Soul Princess Zia Quizon.  Joining the song numbers are ASAP Sessionistas Aiza Seguerra, Juris Fernandez, Princess Velasco, Richard Poon and Sitti.  Injecting their dance moves are ASAP 2014 segments Supahdance’s Rayver Cruz, John Pratts, Iya Villania, and John Prats and Mash’s Maja Salvador and Shaina Magdayao.  Teleserye stars Richard Yap, Jericho Rosales and Jessy Mendiola complete the starry, starry event.

Tickets are available at AED 365 for Platinum, AED 245 for Gold, AED 165 for Grandstand and AED 85 for General Admission.  A percentage of ticket purchases made until December 31, 2013 will go the Sagip Kapamilya fund for the victims of Typhoon Yolanda. 

Loved ones of TFC subscribers in the Philippines also get the chance to partake in the fun and be reunited with their OFW relative or friend in the Middle East. This is through the special offer, “ASAP Sama-Saya in Dubai.” The winner-subscriber in the Middle East and his chosen loved one or friend will get round-trip tickets to Dubai, front row seats for two plus four days and three nights’ hotel stay and tour in the country.

For more information visit www.facebook.com/TFCMiddleEast

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FPJ Movies to Air Soon on ABS-CBN, Studio 23, TFC and Various Cable Channels

ABS-CBN and its various free-to-air and cable channels will be airing the movies of the late Fernando Poe Jr. as a gift to the fans of the King of Philippine Cinema on his 74th birthday and to showcase his legacy and contribution to the movie industry and the Filipino masses.

With ABS-CBN’s unmatched reach in the country and worldwide, viewers can choose to watch a variety of FPJ movies whenever they want on its platforms with the relaunch of the FPJ movie timeblock on Channel 2 with the handle “FPJ, Da King,” and the new movie blocks “FPJ, Ang Nag-iisang Alamat” on Studio 23; “FPJ, Ang Hari ng Pinoy Cinema” on Cinema One; “FPJ, Ang Da King Magpakailanman” on Jeepney TV; and “FPJ, Ang Simbolo ng Pilipino” on The Filipino Channel (TFC).

Weeks leading to the launch, “Banana Split Extra Scoop” and Studio 23’s “Gag U” will present FPJ-inspired skits and FPJ impersonators, while Sunday musical variety show “ASAP 18” will feature some of the most memorable theme songs in FJP’s films in a special number.

Also watch out for the FPJ trivia contests on DZMM and MOR 101.9, as and the re-airing on Cinema One of “Alay ni Da King: An FPJ Special,” a TV special examining FPJ as an artist, a cultural icon, a friend and colleague, and an idol of the masses.

ABS-CBN recently acquired the rights to FPJ’s exclusive movie library, a collection of classic movie titles that FPJ starred in, wrote, directed, and produced.

Watch out for FPJ movies soon on ABS-CBN, Studio 23, Cinema One, Jeepney TV, and TFC.

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Pokwang, Vhong, Yeng and Paulo to Grace Independent Day Celebrations in the Middle East

The Filipino Channel (TFC) Middle East drives the annual Independence Day celebrations this year with a parade of the best of homegrown entertainment via Kapamilya Kalayaan Karavan 2013.   Kapamilya stars will make the rounds of celebrations in Kuwait, Dubai, Oman and Lebanon in the caravan this June which will be mounted by TFC in partnership with the Filipino community organizations in the Middle East (M.E.).

  

On June 7, Vhong Navarro and Pokwang will bring their signature music and brand of humor at the Musika at Tawanan 2 at Al Arabi Basketball Stadium, Mansouriya, Kuwait.  In partnership with the Alliance of Filipino Organizations in Kuwait (ALLFIL-OK), TFC will bring two of the industry’s biggest names who managed to shift from comedy to other talents with success.

On June 14, Kapamilya hottie Paulo Avelino and Pinoy Dream Academy Grand Winner Yeng Constantino will jam with kapamilyas at the 115th Celebration of Philippine Independence in Dubai.  This part of the celebration is made possible by TFC’s partnership with the Filipino Community in Dubai and Northern Emirates (FILCOM D-NE). 

Day after on June 15, Paulo will travel to Oman for the Independence Day celebration of the Filipino Community Social Club (FILCOSOC).  The heartthrob who became widely known as Nathan in Walang Hanggan is also a singer and will bring with him his own brand of music.

Finally on June 16, Paulo will continue to bring kapamilya fun together with organizer Filipino Workers’ Association in Metn (FILWAM) at the UNESCO Palace in Lebanon.  Paulo will serenade candidates of the Ms. Earth FILWAM candidates in this leg.

In all days, TFC will also launch its newest service – TV Everywhere.  With the promise, At Home Ka, Anywhere, Filipinos in M.E. will enjoy TFC wherever they may be through various gadgets.  TFC will also launch its 60 on 60 Pasasalamat promo and other exciting items from the premier Filipino network in the world.

Every year, TFC and the Filipino community organizations in the M.E. join hands as one family to celebrate the story of our independence and to recognize our heroes both famous and lesser known like hardworking overseas Filipinos.  This year’s TFC Kapamilya Kalayaan Karavan 2013 is brought to Filipinos in the Middle East through partnerships with ALLFIL-OK in Kuwait headed by Celerino Umandap; FILCOM D-NE in Dubai headed by Matilyn Bagunu; FILCOSOC in Oman under the leadership of Janette Daang; and the FILWAM, Lebanon under Celso delos Santos.

For more information, contact your nearest Filipino community groups or visit www.facebook.com/TFCMiddleEast

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Coco and Julia's A Moment in Time International Screening Schedule and TFC Pay-Per-View

Coco Martin and Julia Montes’ first big screen team up via “A Moment In Time” continue to enchant moviegoers nationwide as the graded ‘B’ film earns more positive feedback from the public. Now on its third week, “A Moment In Time” keeps on winning the hearts of viewers because of its beautiful story and the revelation of the ‘new sides’ of Coco and Julia as actors, who surprised fans with their back-to-back-to-back sweet moments that were made sweeter by their memorable kissing scenes.

Aside from the regular showing in cinemas across the Philippines, “A Moment In Time” now has an exclusive pay-per-view on The Filipino Channel (TFC) in all Middle East countries except in United Arab Emirates (UAE), Qatar and Bahrain. The Coco-Julia starrer will be shown on TFC from February 28 to March 3 and March 7 to March 10 at 12nn, 3pm, 6pm, and 9pm.

Also, the phenomenal love team’s much-talked-about film will be screened in the different parts of the globe. Global Filipinos can watch “A Moment in Time” until February 28 at Micronesia Mall in Guam; from March 1 to March 7 at Clearview Bergenfield Cinema in Bergenfield, New Jersey, Clifton Clearview Allwood Theatre in Clifton, New Jersey and Clearview Hoboken Cinemas in Hoboken, New Jersey; Pearlridge West Theatres in Hawaii; Pickwick Theatre in Chicago; AMC Village Crossing 18 in Skokie; AMC Loews Jersey Gardens 20 in Jersey City; Century Great Mall in Milpitas; Cerritos Stadium Cinema in Cerritos; Ontario Palace Stadium 22 in Ontario; Regal Village Square Stadium in Las Vegas; UA Horton Plaza, and Carmel Mountain in San Diego; Parkway Plaza Stadium 12 in Seattle; Tinseltown USA in Houston; and at AMC Loews Cinema Rio 18 in Maryland.

“A Moment In Time” will be shown from March 1 to 14 at Square One-Empire Studio 10 in Mississauga, Ontario; Coliseum Scarborough in Scarborough, Ontario; Cineplex Northgate Winnipeg in Winnipeg, Manitoba; Sunridge Spectrum Cineplex in Calgary, Alberta; Cineplex-Movies 12 Edmonton in Edmonton, Alberta; Cineplex Odeon International Village Cinemas in Vancouver, British Columbia; Empire Studio 12-Guildford sa Surrey, British Columbia and Cineplex South Keys in Ottawa, Ontario. It will also be screened form March 7 to 14 in Bahrain, Qatar and UAE.

“A Moment In Time” is a modern love story of Patrick (Coco) and Jillian (Julia) who went through different trials that measured their love for each other. Produced by Star Cinema and directed by Emmanuel Palo, also featured in “A Moment In Time” are ZsaZsa Padilla, Cherie Gil, Gabby Concepcion, Ella Cruz, and the twins from “PBB Teen Edition 4″ Joj at Jai Agpangan.

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Miss Earth 2012 Kicks-Off in Manila, Schedule of Activities Laid

The 12th MISS EARTH Pageant (2012) will be held in Manila, Philippines and more than 80 of the earth's most beautiful women started to arrive in the country not only to vie for the crown but also to be the next environmental beauty who will serve as an ambassadress and protector of the Earth's natural resources.

This year, Miss Earth is one with the world in celebration of The International Year of Sustainable Energy. The coronation will be on November 24, 8:00 PM at the Versailles Palace in Alabang to be telecast live on Starworld and shown on November 25, 10:00 AM on ABS CBN, The Filipino Channel and also on channels of participating counties worldwide. 

Miss Earth 2012 pre-pageant activities starts November 4. Check out the busy schedule of this year's candidates:

November 4	Mall Show: Robinson’s Dasmarinas, Cavite, 4:00 PM Trivia Challenge: A showcase of beauty and brains; those who get a question wrong will be eliminated and will do a consequence Walk with ME (Promotion of walking and distribution of seedlings) at Luneta
November 5	Mural Painting as part of the Dolphins Love Freedom Campaign with AG Sano: Katipunan, Quezon City (near GT Toyota), 8:30 AM School Tour: Binangonan Elementary School, Rizal, 2:00 PM
November 6	Press Presentation: F1 Hotel, Taguig, 10:00 AM Liter of Light: San Juan, 2:00 PM Walk with ME (Promotion of walking and distribution of seedlings) at The Fort
November 7	Environmental Seminar: Bulwagang Ninoy, Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife, 9:00 AM Walk with ME (Greenbelt)
November 8	School Tour: P. Jardin Elementary School, Rizal, 9:00 AM School Tour: Ilaya Elementary School, Rizal, 9AM Liter of Light: San Juan, 9:00 AM Green Bag Challenge (Promotion of reusable bags), 4:00 PM Walk with ME (Promotion of walking and distribution of seedlings) at Sunset, Mall of Asia by the Bay
November 9	Resort Wear Competition: Hotel Pontefino, Batangas City, 7:00 PM Mangrove Planting: Hamilo Coast, Pico de Loro, Nasugbu, Batangas, 3:00 PM
November 10	Liter of Light: San Juan, 9:00 AM Swimsuit Competition: Golden Sunset Resort and Spa, Calatagan, Batangas, 7:00 PM Mall Show: Robinson’s Pioneer Forum Edsa, 4:00 PM
November 11	Mall Show: Robinson’s Starmills, Pampanga, 4:00 PM Talent Competition: Enchanting Events Place, Enchanted Kingdom, Sta. Rosa Laguna, 7:00PM
November 12	Charity Day: Nayong ng Kabataan, Mandaluyong Treeplanting, 8:30AM SM Nido Discovery Center, 10:00 AM Talent Competition: Dillingers, Makati City @ 7:00PM
November 13	Pond’s Make-up Challenge, SM MOA, 1:00-5:00 PM
November 14	Charity Day: Child Haus, V. Luna, Quezon City, 9:00 AM Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour and Tree planting Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, 8:00 AM
November 15	Swimsuit Competition: A&A Plaza Hotel, PPC 7:00 PM Swimsuit Competiton: The Royal Northwoods Resort, Coral na Bato, San Rafael, Bulacan, 7:00 PM Evening Gown Competition: SMDC, Mall of Asia, 7:00 PM
November 16	Dove Unilever Event: SM Mall of Asia, 1:00-5:00PM Evening Gown Competition: The Lake Hotel Tagaytay, 7:00 PM Environmental Activities, Bicol
November 17	Swimwear and Evening Gown Fashion Show and beach clean-up drive: Hannahs Beach Resort & Convention Center in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte Environmental Activities: Legazpi City, Bicol Resort Wear Competition: Hotel Convention Hall, Legazpi City, Bicol, 7:00 PM
November 18	Tour of the Fireflies: Meeting area Tiendesitas 7:00 AM
November 19	JamStep: A Campaign for Healthy Lifestyle, Quezon City Memorial Circle, 7:00 AM Charity Day: Golden Acres, Quezon City, 9:00AM A Moment for the Earth (National Costume Competition): an evening with dignitaries, F1 Hotel (not open for public)
November 20	Fashion Show: Tressame and Forever 21, SM MOA, 7:00 PM
November 24	Grand Coronation Night: Versailles Palace, Alabang, 6:00PM Live via StarWorld
November 25	Grand Coronation Night Telecast on ABS-CBN, 10:15 AM

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Kapamilya Stars Featured in Click Tayo Music Video (for TFC.tv)

The hottest Kapamilya stars are featured in the 'Click Tayo' music video for TFC.tv. The said MV is TFC.tv's first online music video to let us know that anywhere in the world, "Click Tayo sa TFC.tv." TFC.tv is the first community online-TV platform for Pinoys all over the world.

Kapamilya stars sing and dance to the beat of Barkada by Chocolate Beef. Watch TFC.tv's 'Click Tayo' music video below:

The Kapamilya stars featured in the said 'Click Tayo' music video are Kathryn Bernardo, Cristine Reyes, Maja Salvador, Sam Milby, Jodi Sta. Maria, Christian Bautista, Erik Santos, Charee Pineda, Jed Madela, Shaina Magdayao, Enrique Gil, Martin Nievera, Jake Cuenca, Bangs Garcia, Rayver Cruz, Khalil Ramos, Angeline Quinto, Martin del Rosario, Sam Concepcion, Melissa Ricks, Ivan Dorschner, Arron Villaflor, Daniel Padilla, John Lloyd Cruz, Bea Alonzo, Enchong Dee, Gerald Anderson, Piolo Pascual, JM de Guzman and Bamboo.

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