Alex Gonzaga and Sam Milby Team Up for 'Wansapanataym' Christmas Special

Kapamilya stars Sam Milby and Alex Gonzaga team-up for the first time this Saturday (November 23) in the second offering of “Wansapanatym Christmas Special.”

In the episode titled ‘Fruitcake,’ Sam will take on the role of Charles, the handsome boss and secret crush of an ugly duckling named Elaine, who will be played by Alex. Elaine’s dream to make Charles fall for her eventually comes true when she is given a magic bowl that makes her attractive in the eyes of the person who eats the fruitcake she bakes in it.

What will Elaine do when the magic of the bowl runs out? Can she prove to Charles that she deserves to be loved no matter what she looks like?

Together with Sam and Alex in the ‘Fruitcake’ episode are Arlene Muhlach, William Martinez, Clarence Delgado, Thou Reyes, Beauty Gonzales, Eda Nolan, and Hermie Concepcion. It is written by Joel Mercado and directed by Tots Sanchez-Mariscal.

Don’t miss the Christmas special of the storybook of Pinoy kids, “Wansapanataym” this Saturday after “Bet On Your Baby” on ABS-CBN. 

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Bangs Garcia Topbills MMK this January 26

Kapamilya sexy actress Bangs Garcia will star in the upcoming episode of “Maalaala Mo Kaya” this Saturday (January 26) as Carmi, a funny, loud and outgoing lady, who was forced by her husband Ian (Tom Rodriguez) to become timid and formal for the sake of their marriage. 

Believing that their relationship will get better, Carmi followed the whims of her husband. How far will Carmi be willing to forgo her “real” self for the sake of her loved ones? Will her change be for the better, or worse? 

Together with Bangs and Tom in “MMK” this Saturday are Thou Reyes, Abby Bautista, Pen Medina, Mikylla Ramirez, Veyda Inoval and Gigi Locsin. It was researched by Alexandra Mae Martin, written by Benjamin Benson Logronio, and directed by Raz de la Torre. 

Don’t miss “MMK” this Saturday, after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, and follow @MMKOfficial on Twitter and visit the official Facebook page: www.facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

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Gladys Reyes is A Selfless Teacher in MMK this October 20

Gladys Reyes will take a break from her villain roles this Saturday (October 20) as she topbills “Maalaala Mo Kaya,” portraying the character of Letty, a selfless and dedicated teacher of Aetas living in remote areas. 

With Letty’s full commitment to her students, a time came when her relationship with her family was sacrificed. As a result, her family suggested that she should stop teaching. How hard is it to let go of something that you value so much? 

Together with Gladys in the “MMK” episode are James Blanco, Kiray Celis, Khaycee Aboloc, Carlo Lacana, Jerome Ventinilla, Tommy Abuel, Buddy Palad, Joe Vargas, and Thou Reyes. It was researched by Alexandra Martin, written by Joan Habana, and directed by Mae Cruz. 

Don’t miss Gladys’s moving portrayal in another heavy drama episode of “MMK” this Saturday, after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, and follow @MMKOfficial on Twitter and visit the official Facebook page: www.facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

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'The Kitchen Musical' Soundtrack Album, Released!

Pan-Asian genre-busting and award-winning TV series, The Kitchen Musical had already released the soundtrack album for its very first season. The Kitchen Musical Season 1 Soundtrack album is now available in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines!

The Kitchen Musical which includes in the cast Filipino actors Karylle and Christian Bautista, as well as Art Acuña, Ikey Canoy and Thou Reyes was aired on different countries across Asia and Europe.

Celebrate the music of “The Kitchen Musical,” topbilled by Karylle, Christian Bautista, Stephen Rahman-Hughes, Rosemary Vanderbrouke, and Art Acuna, with the release of the much-awaited release of its soundtrack’s first volume, which features some of the most memorable hits of different decades given exciting twist.

The series also garnered a Gold Medal for Best In Writing and Bronze Medal for Best Performance from the 55th New York Festivals, and nominations for Best Drama Series, Best Actress (Karylle and Rosemary) and Best Actor (Stephen and Art) categories in the soon-to-be-concluded 2012 Festival de Televicion de Monte Carlo.

Stephen Rahman Hughes (Chef Alex Marcus) invites you to get a copy of The Kitchen Musical season one soundtrack album.

 

Christian Bautista (Sous Chef Daniel Ray) invites you to get a copy of The Kitchen Musical season one soundtrack album.

 

“The Kitchen Musical” OST Tracklisting:

1. Boom Boom Pow/ Free Your Mind (originally popularized by Black Eyed Peas/ En Vogue)

2. Every Breath You Take (originally popularized by The Police)

3. Unwell (originally popularized by Matchbox 20)

4. Faith (originally popularized by George Michael)

5. Hot N Cold (originally popularized by Katy Perry)

6. You Can’t Hurry Love (originally popularized by Phil Collins)

7. SOS (originally popularized by Abba)

8. A Little Respect (originally popularized by Erasure)

9. Tik Tok (originally popularized by Kesha)

10. Freedom (originally popularized by George Michael)

11. Nobody (originally popularized by Wonder Girls)

12. Lady Marmalade (originally popularized by All Saints)

13. Losing My Religion (originally popularized by R.E.M.)

14. Creep (originally popularized by TLC)

15. Can’t Fight This Feeling (originally popularized by REO Speedwagon)

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The Kitchen Musical Bags 2 New York Festivals Nominations

The smash hit pan-Asian musical-cooking TV series “The Kitchen Musical,” which aired on Philippine free TV via Studio 23, has been nominated for two categories at the prestigious 2012 New York Festivals under the International Television & Film Awards competition for “Best Writing” and “Best Performance.”

On its 55th year, the New York Festivals s World’s Best Television & Films honors the “World’s Best Work™” in news, sports, documentary, information and entertainment programs which mirror today’s global trends and encourage the next generation of story-tellers. The Kitchen Musical was chosen amongst entries from 40 countries worldwide.

This year’s ceremony will be held on April 17th in conjunction with The National Association of Broadcasters show in Las Vegas.

“It is such an honor for a small company like ours to be recognized by a long-standing established body such as the New York Festival. These acknowledgments from a jury of award-winning industry professionals from around the world who are recognized as leaders in their respective fields, will propel us to continue to follow our instincts, buck the trend, and produce creations that increase the happiness quotients globally,” said CheeK, creator of “The Kitchen Musical” and Head of Creative for TGE.

An original production by The Group Entertainment, The Kitchen Musical is a genre-busting TV series featuring drama, music and food served in 13 one-hour episodes. It is a story about a rich, young girl fresh out of culinary school who embarks on a journey of self-discovery when she starts working for The Avilon, her father’s restaurant. It aired in 17 countries across Asia in October 2011. Local versions of the series are currently in the works for Italy, India and Vietnam.

The series features a pool of international talents including British thespian Stephen Rahman-Hughes, Filipino powerhouses Karylle Tatlonghari and Christian Bautista, Hong Kong actress-supermodel Rosemary Vandenbroucke and New York based Filipino stage actor, Arthur Acuña.

After the success of the show’s season one launch, it goes for asecond run starting May 2012 across multiple platforms including more broadcasts on “Free-to-Air” stations across Asia.

Starting March 5th this year, The Kitchen Musical Season One soundtrack album is made available via Universal Music in Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Indonesia, and will be launched by Universal Records in the Philippines this April, followed by Korea, Taiwan and Thailand.

Watch out as it returns soon on your Kabarkada Network, Studio 23. For more information, visit its official Facebook page at www.thekitchenmusical.com/facebook/ph.

Text by Studio 23

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'The Kitchen Musical' Finale on Studio 23

Will it be a bitter or sweet ending for Maddie and the rest of the staff of The Avilon?