Julia Barretto Stars with Zaijian Jaranilla and Xyriel Manabat in 'Petrang Paminta'

Kapamilya child wonders Zaijian Jaranilla and Xyriel Manabat together with one of today’s most promising stars Julia Barretto will share important life values beginning this Saturday (June 29) via “Wansapanataym Presents Petrang Paminta.” 

Based from the novel of Pablo Gomez titled “Petrang Paminta,” “Wansapanataym Presents Petrang Paminta” will be directed by box-office director Wenn V. Deramas. 

The “Wansapantaym” special will feature the story of sisters Petra (Julia) and Aya (Xyriel) who are working in the pepper farm owned by their cruel aunt. A dwarf named Pampam (Zaijian) begins to help the sisters secretly because of pity and his special admiration for Petra. How will the lives of the sisters change because of the magical peppers they cultivate? 

Also joining Julia, Xyriel, and Zaijian in the “Wansapanataym” special are Diego Loyzaga, Ruby Rubi, Kiray Celis, Atak Aranas, Maricar de Mesa, Epi Quizon, Jayson Gainza, Tess Antonio, Joey Paras, and Alora Sasam. 

Don’t miss the pilot episode of the four-week special of the storybook of Pinoy kids, “Wansapanataym” this Saturday, after “Kapamilya: Deal or No Deal” on ABS-CBN. For updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

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Ina Kapatid Anak Airs Abroad with International Title 'Her Mother's Daughter'

Almost half of the total Philippine population tuned in to the intense finale of “Her Mother’s Daughter” (“Ina Kapatid Anak) last June 14 as the phenomenal hit primetime series that aired on the Philippines biggest TV network, ABS-CBN, hit an average national TV rating of 42.9 % and an average audience share of 62.6%, according to global audience research group Kantar Media.

The show also dominated the list of most watched programs in the Philippines during its final telecast, and dominated the Twitterverse as well, after various hashtags related to the program trended worldwide on the popular micro-blogging site.

Many Filipinos followed the family drama “Her Mother’s Daughter” (“Ina Kapatid Anak”), topbilled by premier and sought-after Filipina actresses Kim Chiu and Maja Salvador, due to its captivating plot and controversial take on surrogacy. It also centered on the family, which is very dear to the family-oriented Filipino audience. Its success comes close at the heels of ABS-CBN’s phenomenal drama toprater “My Eternal” (“Walang Hanggan”) which dominated the TV landscape in 2012.

“Her Mother’s Daughter” (“Ina Kapatid Anak”) tells the story of Celyn (Chiu) and Margaux (Salvador), two different women who grew up living two very different lives. Celyn was raised in an impoverished family in a province, while Margaux had the life of a princess as the heiress of the country’s biggest shoe company.

They are fated to become the best of friends but only until a well-kept secret from the past is revealed—Celyn is Margaux’s adoptive parents long lost daughter through a surrogate that took her away. Rivalry ensues between the two and they will fight over everything from status, to family, and even love.

“Her Mother’s Daughter” (“Ina Kapatid Anak”) aired weeknights on Philippine television via ABS-CBN, the Philippines’ largest multimedia conglomerate and Filipino master of world-class dramas.

The series will soon air on other countries worldwide via the efforts of ABS-CBN International Distribution, a business unit of ABS-CBN that has been recognized in the global arena as a reliable foreign content provider. It has been a premier source of high quality Filipino programming in over 50 territories all over the world and has sold over 30,000 hours of content worldwide. Living up to this recognition, ABS-CBN International Distribution commits to add to its line-up high-caliber programs and movies with universal storylines and showcase a mixture of distinct facial features ranging from Asian to Hispanic with infusion of multicultural context.

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Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla's Teleserye 'Got to Believe' Premieres this July on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida

Philippine showbiz’s reigning ‘Teen Queen and King’–Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla–are set to make their grand return on primetime TV via ABS-CBN’s highly-anticipated romantic comedy series entitled “Got To Believe,” directed by box-office director Cathy Garcia-Molina.

After ruling the hearts of viewers as Princess Areeyah and Gino in the royal teleserye “Princess And I” and as Patchot and Ivan in their launching movie under Star Cinema “Must Be… Love,” Kathryn and Daniel will continue to charm the whole country in “Got To Believe,” wherein Daniel plays the the rich kid, spoiled ‘prince,’ Joaquin, while Kathryn plays Chichay, a simple girl with big dreams for her family.

Also part of the “Got To Believe” cast are Manilyn Reynes, Benjie Paras, Ian Veneracion and Carmina Villarroel.

Join Chichay and Joaquin as they embark into the “real world.” Will Chichay’s “never say die” motto be enough for her to reach all her dreams? What will turn Joaquin’s world upside down and make him realize that despite his wealth, he needs “magic” to make his life complete?

Witness the magic of love in the romantic TV series “Got To Believe,” to premiere this July in ABS-CBN Primetime Bida.

For exclusive updates, photos, and videos, log on to “Got To Believe”s official social media accounts at www.facebook.com/G2B, www.twitter.com/@G2BGottobelieve.

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Video: Ejay Falcon Hit by Ronnie Quizon on Dugong Buhay Set

Kapamilya actor Ejay alcon was accidentally punched by co-star Ronnie Quizon on the set of their afternoon action teleserye Dugong Buhay.

In the video going rounds in social networks, the cast of Dugong Buhay was taping for an intense scene and Ronnie Quizon kicked Ejay first, which was obviously faked. The next shot will require Ronnie to punch Ejay Falcon but the former got carried away and accidentally hit Ejay in the face.

Things like these usually happen on the taping of action scenes, be it in a teleserye or a movie. We just hope that Ejay is fine after that accident. Watch the video below.

Video courtesy of byxspeaks

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National TV Ratings (June 22-23): Nikki Gil MMK and The Voice PH Top Weekend Viewing

Maalaala Mo Kaya starring Nikki Gil was most watched program nationwide last Saturday (June 22) with a high rating of 36.2%. The heavy drama episode is about sisters, betrayal and forgiveness.

Meanwhile, The Voice of the Philippines is creating waves in the country with TV ratings of 32% and 29.2% on June 22 and 23 respectively, making it the second most-watched program on Saturday and most-watched on Sunday.

Here are the Top 10 daytime and primetime programs on June 22-23, 2013 among Total Philippines (Urban & Rural) households:

June 22, 2013 (Saturday)
Daytime: 1. Eat Bulaga (GMA-7) - 15.9% 2. It’s Showtime (ABS-CBN) - 14.4% 3. Toriko (GMA-7) - 12.1% 4. Pororo (GMA-7) - 11.4% 5. Tamagotchi! (GMA-7) - 11.1% 6. Super Book (GMA-7) - 10.4% 7. Tropang Potchi (GMA-7) - 9.2% 8. Maynila (GMA-7) - 8.7% 9. Be Careful With My Heart Rewind (ABS-CBN) - 8.4% 10. Spongebob Squarepants (ABS-CBN)/Wish Ko Lang (GMA-7) - 8.0%	Primetime: 1. Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) - 36.2% 2. The Voice Of The Philippines (ABS-CBN) - 32.0% 3. Wansapanataym (ABS-CBN) - 30.2% 4. Magpakailanman (GMA-7) - 20.9% 5. Kapamilya Deal Or No Deal (ABS-CBN) - 17.5% 6. Vampire Ang Daddy Ko (GMA-7) - 17.1% 7. Celebrity Bluff (GMA-7) - 13.0% 8. Toda Max (ABS-CBN) - 12.8% 9. One Day Isang Araw (GMA-7) - 12.7% 10. TV Patrol Weekend (ABS-CBN) - 9.9%
June 23, 2013 (Sunday)
Daytime: 1. ASAP 18 (ABS-CBN) - 13.3% 2. Kapuso Movie Festival (GMA-7) - 12.4% 3. LUV U (ABS-CBN) - 11.4% 4. Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala Marathon Special (ABS-CBN) - 11.2% 5. GMA Blockbusters (GMA-7) - 10.6% 6. Sunday All Stars (GMA-7) - 9.4% 7. Born To Be Wild Weekend (GMA-7) - 9.3% 8. Aha (GMA-7) - 9.2% 9. Super Book (GMA-7) - 9.1% 10. Pororo (GMA-7) - 8.7%	Primetime: 1. The Voice of The Philippines (ABS-CBN) - 29.2% 2. Rated K (ABS-CBN) - 26.1% 3. Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (GMA-7) - 21.6% 4. Goin’ Bulilit (ABS-CBN) - 20.0% 5. Pepito Manaloto (GMA-7) - 19.4% 6. Gandang Gabi Vice (ABS-CBN) - 17.8% 7. Imbestigador (GMA-7) - 14.8% 8. TV Patrol Weekend (ABS-CBN) - 14.0% 9. Kap’s Amazing Stories (GMA-7) - 11.0% 10. Talentadong Pinoy (TV5) - 5.9%

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National TV Ratings (June 21): Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala Short of Ina Kapatid Anak's Lead

ABS-CBN's Juan Dela Cruz and the 2013 NBA Finals (Game 7) topped the nationwide TV ratings on Friday, June 21 according to Kantar Media/TNS.

Meanwhile, Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala starring Judy Ann Santos got 26.6% rating, winning over its timeslot. However, the said teleserye failed to follow the lead set by Ina Kapatid Anak on the same timeslot.

Here are the Top 10 daytime and primetime programs on June 21, 2013 among Total Philippines (Urban & Rural) households:

June 21, 2013 (Friday)
Daytime: 1. 2013 NBA Finals Game 7 (ABS-CBN) - 30.4% 2. Be Careful With My Heart (ABS-CBN) - 28.7% 3. Eat Bulaga (GMA-7) - 13.4% 4. It’s Showtime (ABS-CBN) - 13.0% 5. To The Beautiful You (ABS-CBN) - 11.7% 6. Dugong Buhay (ABS-CBN) - 10.5% 7. I Do, I Do (GMA-7) - 9.7% 8. Kakambal Ni Eliana (GMA-7) - 9.6% 9. My Little Juan (ABS-CBN) - 9.4% 10. Mga Basang Sisiw (GMA-7) - 8.8%	Primetime: 1. Juan Dela Cruz (ABS-CBN) - 32.5% 2. TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) - 29.7% 3. Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala (ABS-CBN) - 26.6% 4. Anna Karenina (GMA-7) - 18.7% 5. Annaliza (ABS-CBN) - 17.8% 6. Mundo Mo’y Akin (GMA-7) - 17.2% 7. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 17.0% 8. Apoy Sa Dagat (ABS-CBN) - 16.2% 9. My Husband’s Lover (GMA-7) - 12.6% 10. Home Sweet Home (GMA-7) - 10.5%

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Kim Chiu Mourning on Mother's Death

Primetime princess Kim Chiu is now on a trying situation with the death of her mother Louella Yap Chiu. Kim's mother died on Sunday, June 24. She was 50 years old.

According to reports, Kim's mother was ill and got confined in one of the hospitals in Cebu. The cause of death of was not disclosed but a source close to the family said that she has died of aneurysm. 

Kim and her family has not yet granted an interview and requested privacy as they mourn the loss of their mother. On her official Twitter account, Kim posted "sana panaginip lang to..."

sana panaginip lang to...
— kim chiu (@prinsesachinita) June 23, 2013

Kim's management, Star Magic released an official statement regarding the death of Kim's mother.

"Star Magic sympathizes with Kim Chiu on the passing of her mother, Louella Y. Chiu. We request that we give Kim and her family the respect and time to grieve for their loss. Thank you."

Meanwhile, Kim's love team partner Xian Lim has reportedly flew to Cebu to console Kim.

Our condolences to Kim and family.

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Sam Milby Shirtless for Folded and Hung 2013 Denim Campaign

Actor Sam Milby showcased his well-defined abs and shapely muscles on the newest denim campaign of local brand Folded and Hung. The 2013 F&H denim campaign unveils the Skin denim collection for men.

Recently, Angel Locsin flaunts skin for the same Folded & Hung denim campaign for women (check out her sexy campaign photos here). This time, it was Sam's turn to show what he's got.

Check out Sam Milby's hot campaign photos for the 2013 Folded and Hung denim collection.

Photos courtesy of Folded and Hung

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Radha Tinsay of Kulay Joins The Voice of the Philippines; Chooses Lea Salonga as Coach (Video)

Former Kulay member Radha Tinsay surprised everyone, even the coaches, when she appeared on the The Voice of the Philippines to audition in an episode aired Sunday, June 23.

The 36-year-old professional singer sang Tina Turner's What’s Love Got to Do with It and got the nod of coaches Sarah Geronimo and Lea Salonga. Radha, however, chose to be with Team Lea as she was the one who turned her chair for her first.

Watch Radha's performance on The Voice PH Blind Auditions below.

Aside from Radha, those who advanced to the next round of competitions on Episode 4 of The Voice of the Philippines were Team Sarah's Michaellen Temporada (who was given the second 4-chair turn this season) and Morissette Amon, Sarah G look-alike and a finalist in TV-5's artista search Star Factor. Bamboo also earned another artist in the person of Isa Fabregas.

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Angel Locsin, Jericho Rosales, Maja Salvador and Jake Cuenca Teleserye Soon to Hit Primetime

After almost three years of absence in weeknight primetime television, Angel Locsin will be back with another exciting teleserye that is set to air this year on ABS-CBN. 

The said teleserye will feature Angel along with award-winning actors Jericho Rosales, Jake Cuenca and Maja Salvador. There is a scarce information about the theme of the series but some reports claimed that Angel's comeback soap will be romance drama and has the working title Hanggang Kailan Kita Mamahalin.

Angel Locsin recently confirmed via her official IG account that they were already done with the story conference and look test for the teleserye.

Several posts on social networking sites and fora hinted that aside from the four actors, the teleserye will also have Christopher de Leon, Maria Isabel Lopez, Rio Locsin, Mark Gil, Odette Khan, Bernard Palanca and Joem Bascon in the cast. Clues were also pointing that Maja and Angel will be rivals in this teleserye (read: wife vs mistress). The network executives, however, were mum on this.

Apparently, Maja Salvador and Jericho Rosales replaced Andi Eigenmann (who has Galema) and Paulo Avelino, the two actors initially cast in the teleserye (read story here). The series, according to reports will be directed by Rory Quintos (Angel's Only You) and Dado Lumibao (Princess and I).

Fans were excited with this development and even suggesting themes for Angel's newest teleserye. Some would like to see Angel do another action drama with an element of time travel, the trend in Asianovelas nowadays.

Since Jake Cuenca is also part of the remake of Maria Mercedes, his participation in this series is still running hot and cold. Jericho Rosales, on the other hand, was initially cast for Harmoni and netizens were now asking whether the two will still retain their roles in the first series they were in or if they will be replaced.

Of all these questions in mind, one thing is sure though—Angel Locsin will return on primetime very soon.

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Aldrich Lloyd Talonding Sings 'Titanium' (Viral Video)

YouTube sensation Aldrich Lloyd Talonding did a cover of David Guetta's urban dance hit Titanium and Aldrich's version instantly became a viral hit in social networking sites.

Aldrich became a sensation after his cover version of Luther Vandross' Dance With My Father was uploaded on YouTube. His soulful rendition of the said song was also noticed by American TV host Ellen Degeneres and invited the Filipino kid from Gensan to perform live on her show.

Aldrich, whose father recently died of a type of cancer in the blood, is back with his cousin James Walter Bucong (on guitars) to amaze everyone with his heart and music. Watch their version of Titanium below.

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Angel Locsin and Bea Alonzo Confrontation Video Leaked Online

Avideo of the confrontation scene between Angel Locsin and Bea Alonzo has leaked online. The scene was part of Star Cinema's Four Sisters and A Wedding, the film outfit's first offering in celebration of its 20th anniversary.

In the confrontation scene leaked online, Bea and Angel were scene in a heated argument. Both the award-winning actresses delivered an intense acting, a catfight between two siblings. In the movie, Bea is playing the New Yorker Bobbie while Angel is the Manila-based film assistant director Alex.

Quick links

Four Sisters and A Wedding Full Trailer—Official Movie Poster

Character Photos—Behind-the-Scene Photos—The Making

Also joining them are Toni Gonzaga, Shaina Magdayao and Enchong Dee with Ms. Coney Reyes, Carmi Martin, Buboy Garovillo, Janus Del Prado, Sam Milby and Angeline Quinto. Directed by box-office director Cathy Garcia-Molina, Four Sisters and A Wedding opens in cinemas nationwide on June 26, 2013. 

Check out the confrontation scene between Bea Alonzo and Angel Locsin below. 

Video courtesy of Rod Magaru

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Bea Alonzo Reveals Reason for Break Up with Gerald Anderson on YES! Magazine July 2013

Actress Bea Alonzo admitted that she and Gerald Anderson had a short-lived romance which was met with criticisms from fans and disapproval from Gerald's mother.

According to Bea, Gerald had just broken up with Kim Chiu when the actor expressed his intentions to court her way back in 2010. That time the Kimerald love team still has Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo. 

"'Yong nanligaw siya, sabi ko, 'Let's not talk for three months. Make sure, okay?' Kasi kaka-break niya lang talaga literally, kaka-break niya lang with Kim. Tapos sabi ko, 'After three months, titingnan ko, ha, kung gusto mo pa rin ako. Kasi ayokong maging rebound,'" Bea related on the July 2013 issue of YES! Magazine.

Bea Alonzo recalled that after three months, Gerald texted her and that started the courtship stage which was full of sweet gestures from Gerald to the point of setting up a catering service on her house just to appease her.

Bea said that their whirlwind romance has been a roller-coaster ride. She's happy at one point and depressed in another. Among the reasons for her "depression" then were the criticisms from 'Kimerald' fans wherein she recalled receiving death threats and the apparent disapproval of Gerald's mom of their relationship.

Asked what she recalls to be the reason of Gerald's mom for being against their relationship, Bea told YES!, "Sabi niya, parang ginagamit ko daw. Sabi ko, 'Teka lang, ha. Narating ko naman 'yong narating ko, dati na.' Actually nasisira nga dahil jinowa ko siya."

"So, I mean, nanay siya. Tapos ang feeling ko it wasn't fair, kasi never ko pa siyang nakilala. 'Di ba, parang ang sakit no'n? Kahit na nasisira 'yung pangalan ko, okay lang, basta 'yung pangalan niya, hindi masira, 'yong gano'n. Sobrang unfair. Kaya sabi ko, hindi ko na kaya," she said.

It was in November 2010, before they both went to London for an ABS-CBN concert tour, when Bea and Gerald decided to part ways as a couple. "Kasi hindi pa pwede talaga. You and me against the world ang drama. Hindi ko kaya. Hindi ko kaya talaga," Bea said admitting that she became angry to Gerald that time when he could not even defend their relationship to his family. 

Currently, both Bea and Gerald are happy with their relationships to Zanjoe Marudo and Maja Salvador, respectively. Bea said that her summer romance with Gerald might have taught the actor some lesson.

"Baka noong time na 'yon hindi niya pa yata kayang panindigan. At least ngayon, napapanindigan niya na. Baka transition ako. Baka ako 'yong kinailangan niyang maranasan bago siya manindigan," she said.

Photo courtesy of YES! Magazine

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Video: Actor Guji Lorenzana and Sister Pass The Voice PH Blind Auditions, Joins Team Apl

Actor Guji Lorenzana surprised everyone when he auditioned for The Voice of the Philippines on Saturday, June 22. The singer-actor performed Lady Antebellum's Need You Now with his sister Grace as a duo.

Guji, who is the boyfriend of actress Kaye Abad, has appeared on several ABS-CBN programs including Precious Hearts Romances and is also part of It Takes A Man and A Woman. He auditioned for the reality singing search to accompany his sister who is very shy and also to show the Filipino audience that he is a singer more than an actor.

Related video: Lee Grane Maranan Performances Move Coaches to Tears

Although he is also known as a theater actor, Guji and his sister chose Team Apl over Team Lea. Watch Guji and Grace Lorenzana's performance on The Voice of the Philippines Blind Auditions below.

Aside from Guji Lorenzana, there's also a bunch of known singers that will audition for The Voice PH to get that second shot at stardom like Kulay vocalist Radha (described earlier as the singer who spanned 20 years of career in the business) and singer-actress Emmanuel Vera, who also starred with Sarah Geronimo in teleserye Idol.

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Video: Lee Grane 'Angel' and 'Anak' Performances on The Voice of the Philippines

The Voice of the Philippines Blind Auditions trended worldwide on Saturday (June 22) after Lee Grane Maranan, a 29-year-old singer from Makati City got to perform and captured everyone's heart.

The terms Lee Grane topped the worldwide trending topics on Twitter while the official hashtag #VoicePHBlinds and Bamboo also landed on trending topics worldwide.

Lee Grane performed Anak as her audition piece on Saturday but her heart-wrenching rendition of Sarah MacLachlan's Angel that made the coaches emotional, especially rocker Bamboo, who was very touched with her performance. Although coach Sarah first turned her chairs for the singer, Lee Grane has chosen Bamboo instead.

Watch her performances of Freddie Aguilar's Anaak and the Sarah MacLachlan's Angel below:

Meanwhile, three other artists passed the Blind Auditions with Lee Grane on Saturday (check them out here) including actor Guji Lorenzana and sister Grace in a duo (watch the duo's performance here).

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