Luis Manzano after Marrying Angel Locsin: 'I want her to relax and stop working'

Actor-TV host Luis Manzano talked about his relationship with Angel Locsin and the possibility of proposing to the award-winning actress this year on Aquino and Abunda Tonight, Wednesday. Luis, who is now 33 is very open on settling down with the 29-year-old actress.

Luis Manzano admitted that her mother Batangas governor Vilma Santos-Recto was very supportive of his relationship with Angel. Luis also revealed something after marrying Angel, that is to give her options to stop working and just relax.

Watch Luis Manzano's Aquino and Abunda Tonight guesting on March 12 below.

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Jason Abalos and Dominic Roque on MMK 'Brothers' Episode (March 15)

ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya” will inspire TV viewers to value their loved ones through the touching tale of inseparable brothers, Okoy and Luman, who will be portrayed by Jason Abalos and Dominic Roque.

Okoy and Luman have a promise to be at each other’s side for the rest of their lives. Driven by their dream of building their own house, Okoy works hard and sacrifices almost everything to help his younger brother finish his studies.

How will Okoy accept that fact that his beloved brother, whom he has taken care of all his life, has given up on him at his most trying time?

Also part of Jason and Dominic’s “MMK” are Maliksi Morales, JM Ibañez, Dianne Medina, Mymy Davao, and Mike Austria. It is directed by Garry Fernando, written by Arlene Tamayo and Arah Jell Badayos, and researched by Akeem del Rosario.

“MMK” is led by business unit head Malou Santos, production manager Roda Dela Cerna, and executive producer Lindsay Anne Dizon.

Don’t miss Asia’s longest-running drama anthology, “MMK” this Saturday (March 15) after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to MMK.abs-cbn.com, follow @MMKOfficial on Twitter, like Facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

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Vice Ganda Slams Jobert Sucaldito, Denies Paying for Best Actor Trophy

Comedian Vice Ganda is confident that his conscience is clear regarding the alleged vote-buying in the recently concluded PMPC Star Awards for Movies. The issue was broken by Jobert Sucaldito, saying that Vice's Best Actor win was paid (read story here).

Speaking on It's Showtime Wednesday, Vice Ganda said that he's aware of the controversy hounding PMPC but just ignored it since he knew for himself that he didn't pay for the award (WATCH VIDEO HERE).

"Nung nabasa ko natawa lang ako, tapos tumahimik ako. Sabi ko ‘Kung kakausapin ko ang konsensya ko, ano kayang sasabihin ng konsensya ko sa akin?’ Sabi ng konsensya ko sa akin, ‘Kung nandaya ka, ibalik mo ang award. Kung hindi ka nandaya, yakapin mo ang award,’” Vice Ganda said before hugging his trophy.

On Tuesday, Philippine Movie Press Club, Inc. (PMPC), organizers of the Star Awards for Movies, already denied the said allegations (read PMPC's official statement here).

Vice Ganda has just returned from his highly successful “I-Vice Ganda Mo Ako sa Amerika” tour. The tour’s first show was held at the John Logan High School Pavilion last February 28 where Vice entertained the audience with special guests, heartthrob Ejay Falcon and comedy duo MC and Lassy. 

The tour’s second show at the Los Angeles Theatre on March 1 also drew a huge turnout that Vice extended the show to three hours. The tour was presented by Happy Box, in cooperation with Redcheese Production, iOhmie Entertainment, and BG Productions.

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ABS-CBN Master Teleserye 'Ikaw Lamang' Lauded by Viewers, Netizens

ABS-CBN’s master teleserye “Ikaw Lamang” quickly captured the hearts of TV viewers as the premiere of the series starring Teleserye King Coco Martin and Teleserye Princess Kim Chiu won the national TV ratings and became a hot topic on social media.

According to data from Kantar Media last Monday (March 10), “Ikaw Lamang’s” pilot episode scored a national TV rating of 27.4%, or almost 12 points higher than its rival program on GMA, “Carmela” (16.1%). The show also conquered social networking sites such as Twitter, where the hashtag #IkawLamangGrandPilot became the number one worldwide trending topic.

TV viewers and netizens alike praised the story, casting, cinematography, musical scoring, and production design of ABS-CBN’s master teleserye.

For award-winning director Jerome Pobocan, “Ikaw Lamang” is the must-watch teleserye of the season.

“The scenes are beautifully photographed and sensitively directed. It is a magnificent display of thespian craft by both its young and adult stellar cast,” said Direk Jerome.

Entertainment editor Dindo Balares, on the other hand, shared that what he loved the most about the series is its main theme. “The story is epic. It mirrors the huge difference between the lives of Filipinos who are extremely wealthy and extremely poor.”

Meanwhile, TV viewers will surely be more hooked on the thickening plot of “Ikaw Lamang” now that Coco, Kim, Jake Cuenca, and Julia Montes will soon appear in the series as the friends Samuel, Isabelle, Franco, and Mona.

How will time change the good relationship of the four kids? Will their bond become stronger over time, or will it be broken because of their families’ differences?

Don’t miss the the timeless master teleserye, “Ikaw Lamang” weeknights after “Honesto” on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida. 

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National TV Ratings (March 10-11): Ikaw Lamang, It's Showtime Leave Rivals Behind

ABS-CBN primetime shows were the top 5 most watched programs nationwide last Monday and Tuesday. Honesto led the pack with 32.4% and 34.2% national TV rating, on March 10-11, respectively or more than 15 points higher than Kambal Sirena that only rated 18.1% and 17.2%.

Ikaw Lamang premiered strong with 27.4% national TV rating, leaving behind GMA’s “Carmela,” which only scored 16.1%. It's Showtime also left Eat Bulaga behind with 16% and 15.8% versus rival's 11.3% and 12.7%.

Here are the Top 20 programs and comparative TV ratings of ABS-CBN, GMA-7 and TV-5 among Total Philippines (Urban + Rural) on March 10-11, 2014 according to Kantar Media:

Kape’t Pandasal (0.2%) / Sports Unlimited (Replay) (0.4%) vs. Aha (Replay) (0.9%)

Umagang Kay Ganda (3.5%) vs. Unang Hirit (3.9%)

Kris Tv (5.4%) vs. Doraemon (5.9%) / Pokemon (7.9%)

Mr Bean (6.4%) vs. Detective Conan (8.2%)

Yu-Gi-Oh! 5d’s (5.7%) vs. Inuyasha (8.7%)

Mr Bean (6.5%) vs. Flame of Recca (9.0%)

Crazy Love (10.8%) vs. Dragon Ball Z Kai (8.1%) / Kusina Master Sikreto Ng Experto (5.8%)

The Singing Bee (14.5%) vs. Tunay Na Buhay (5.9%)

Be Careful With My Heart (18.7%) vs. The Ryzza Mae Show (8.1%)

It’s Showtime (16.0%) vs. Eat… Bulaga! (11.3%)

Kapamilya Blockbusters Kimmy Dora And The Temple of Kiyeme’ (9.5%) vs. Villa Quintana (10.3%) / Innamorata (9.5%)

Galema Anak Ni Zuma (10.0%) vs. The Borrowed Wife (8.7%)

Bistado (7.9%) / Skip Beat (10.4%) vs. Tale of Arang A Love Without End (6.4%)

Annaliza (21.9%) vs. Paraiso Koy Ikaw (7.0%)

TV Patrol (27.7%) vs. 24 Oras (13.8%) vs. Aksyon (3.9%) / Lets Ask Pilipinas (4.2%)

Honesto (32.4%) vs. Kambal Sirena (18.1%) vs. Confessions of A Torpe (4.2%)

Ikaw Lamang (27.4%) vs. Carmela Ang Pinakamagandang Babae Sa Mundong Ibabaw (16.1%) vs. Gilas Pilipinas Kuwentong Gilas A Sports 5 Documentary (3.7%)

The Legal Wife (15.6%) vs. Rhodora X (12.8%) vs. Monday Night Blockbusters (4.5%)

Aquino & Abunda Tonight (8.5%) vs. A 100-Year Legacy (10.4%) vs. Demolition Job (3.3%) / Pilipinas News (1.8%)

The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition Doubles (5.5%) vs. Saksi Liga Ng Katotohanan (5.7%) vs. Reaksyon Kasama Si Luchi Cruz-Valdes (1.0%)

Bandila (2.7%) vs. Front Row (3.2%)

Banana Nite (1.8%) / O Shopping (0.6%) vs. The Medyo Late Night Show With Jojo A. (1.2%)

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Kape’t Pandasal (0.3%) / Mutya Ng Masa (Replay) (0.7%) vs. I-Witness The GMA Documentaries (Replay) (1.1%)

Umagang Kay Ganda (3.6%) vs. Unang Hirit (3.6%)

Kris Tv (6.0%) vs. Doraemon (6.2%) / Pokemon (8.3%)

Mr Bean (7.2%) vs. Detective Conan (8.3%)

Yu-Gi-Oh! 5d’s (6.4%) vs. Inuyasha (9.4%)

Mr Bean (8.7%) vs. Flame of Recca (9.7%)

Crazy Love (11.5%) vs. Dragon Ball Z Kai (8.0%) / Kusina Master Sikreto Ng Experto (5.3%)

The Singing Bee (16.4%) vs. Tunay Na Buhay (6.1%)

Be Careful With My Heart (19.3%) vs. The Ryzza Mae Show (8.7%)

It’s Showtime (15.8%) vs. Eat… Bulaga! (12.7%)

Kapamilya Blockbusters ‘Bad Boy’ (12.0%) vs. Villa Quintana (11.1%) / Innamorata (10.7%)

Galema Anak Ni Zuma (11.8%) vs. The Borrowed Wife (9.2%)

Mutya Ng Masa (9.4%) / Skip Beat (12.6%) vs. Tale of Arang A Love Without End (6.9%)

Annaliza (23.9%) vs. Paraiso Koy Ikaw (7.8%)

TV Patrol (29.7%) vs. 24 Oras (14.5%) vs. Aksyon (4.8%) / Lets Ask Pilipinas (4.2%)

Honesto (34.2%) vs. Kambal Sirena (17.2%) vs. Confessions of A Torpe (4.0%)

Ikaw Lamang (26.9%) vs. Carmela Ang Pinakamagandang Babae Sa Mundong Ibabaw (15.7%) vs. Tuesday Happy Hour (6.3%)

The Legal Wife (16.5%) vs. Rhodora X (13.1%)

Aquino & Abunda Tonight (11.2%) / The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition Doubles (7.0%) vs. A 100-Year Legacy (11.3%) vs. Numero (2.6%) / Pilipinas News (1.5%)

Bandila (3.5%) vs. Saksi Liga Ng Katotohanan (5.5%) vs. Reaksyon Kasama Si Luchi Cruz-Valdes (0.8%)

Banana Nite (2.1%) vs. Reporter’s Notebook (2.7%)

O Shopping (0.8%) vs. The Medyo Late Night Show With Jojo A. (1.1%)

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Anne Curtis Beau Erwan Heussaff Featured on Metro Society March 2014 Issue

This March, as the cool weather quickly turns into sweltering heat, the upcoming summer season gets even hotter with the release of Metro Society’s annual men’s issue.

The magazine this month turns the temperature up by turning the spotlight on men found making waves in the kitchen. With the local food industry having gained popularity in the last decade, the Philippines has become an international culinary destination and these men have played a crucial role in transforming not only the country’s views, but tastes as well.

Leading the pack are four men who have piqued curiosity, whet appetites, and satisfied palates: Green Pastures’ Robby Goco, Sensei Sushi’s Bruce Ricketts, Hungry Hound’s Rob Pengson, and Hatch22 and Pink Panda’s Erwan Heusaff.

Metro Society believes that these men are the future of the food industry in the Philippines–each of them having their own views when it comes to preparing, cooking, and plating dishes, possessing a personal style about things that sets each of them apart and an undeniable passion that makes what they do memorable.

The Men’s issue also presents the annual hall of fame–the country’s top list of men who are consistently polished and impeccably dressed. The magazine’s Men in Suits section is a real treat, selecting men in the culinary scene, including chefs, restauranteurs, connoisseurs, bloggers, and critics.

All these and more can be found in Metro Society’s Men’s Issue this March. Grab a copy now at leading bookstores and newsstands nationwide.

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Meg Imperial Topbills Sexiest Summer Teleserye Moon of Desire

Meg Imperial’s time to take the spotlight has come. And this summer, she takes the lead in ABS-CBN’s sexiest and most desirable afternoon series “Moon of Desire,” which premieres on March 31 in Kapamilya Gold.

“It still hasn’t sunk in yet. I’m excited, and at the same time nervous because this is a first, and I have no idea how viewers will receive the show or my performance,” explained Meg. “I thank ABS-CBN for this chance and for entrusting me with this show.”

When asked how ready she is for her big break, Meg said she is confident that she can take on the challenge.

“I think I am ready and even if I am not, I just have to be ready. I believe that everything happens at the right time, and it’s not as if I was randomly chosen. I prepared and waited for this moment just like everybody else,” said Meg.

PHOTOS: The Cast of Moon of Desire

Joining Meg to further heat up this new offering are equally hot and gorgeous Kapamilya male stars JC De Vera, Dominic Roque, and model-turned-actor Miko Raval. Who does Meg think is the most desirable among the three?

“For me, it’s JC. Physically, I think his skin color and physique suitS his personality. I also know him better than Dom and Miko. He’s a really good actor.” she said.

Meg started appearing on television at age ten. Even as a child, Meg knew that she wanted to be in the show business, and didn’t mind taking on bit roles as long as she found herself in front of the camera.

The 21-year-old actress got her big break on the big screen in 2013 when she starred in the sexy flick “Menor De Edad.” It was a tough call for her to go daring in the said movie, but it opened doors for her because soon she began receiving offers for TV projects.

As a Kapamilya, Meg appeared in “Be Careful with My Heart,” “ASAP,” “It’s Showtime” and two “MMK” episodes before finally playing the role of Gina in “Galema: Anak ni Zuma.”

She again ventured into the movie scene via the film adaptation of Bob Ong’s book “ABNKKBSNPLAko?!” which earned her praises for her portrayal of Portia, the lesbian friend of lead star Jericho Rosales.

Watch out for Meg as she plays the role of Ayla in afternoon TV’s most desirable series “Moon of Desire” premiering on March 31 in ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold. For more updates, like the show’s official Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/MoonofDesire.

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Galema: Anak ni Zuma to Shock Viewers on March 28 Finale Episode

ABS-CBN’s top-rating afternoon drama series, “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” will give an action-packed and highly emotional finale that will make viewers love Galema (played by Andi Eigemann) even more.

Since it premiered on September 30, 2013, “Galema” has gotten TV viewers hooked on the charming tale of the good-hearted lass Galema, who was born with twin snakes attached to her neck.

Over the past six months, afternoon viewers joined Galema’s bitter-sweet journey–from her sheltered childhood to her battle with her beastly father Zuma (Derick Hubalde), her marriage with Morgan (Matteo Guidicelli), and up to now that her daughter Sophia is missing.

As the Wenn V. Deramas-directed series nears its end, one mysterious amulet will have the power to end all the harm affecting Galema’s family.

What will Galema do when two of her beloved get in the middle of her ultimate war against Zuma? In the end, will Galema realize her dream of giving her loved ones a complete and normal family?

“Galema: Anak ni Zuma,” which is based on the popular Pinoy comic book series written by Jim Fernandez, is a special offering of ABS-CBN – the true home of hit Pinoy classics – to afternoon TV viewers as part of the grand celebration of 60 years of Philippine television and the continuing tradition of sharing well-loved comic tales that widened the imagination of Filipinos and reflected Filipino culture.

Also featured in “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” are Sunshine Cruz, Sheryl Cruz, Carlos Morales, Divina Valencia, Lito Legaspi, Joey Paras, Dante Ponce, Bryan Santos, and Meg Imperial.

Don’t miss the captivating finale of “Galema: Anak ni Zuma” on March 28 (Friday) after “Kapamilya Blockbusters” in ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold.

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Sen. Cynthia Villar Wants to be First Lady, Says the Philippines will Prosper with Manny Villar's Strategy

Sen. Cynthia Villar is not gearing up for a higher government position, but how about her husband, former Senate President Manny Villar, who is rumored to be running for president again in the 2016 national elections?

“I am not sure, because sometimes things just happen even though you don’t do anything. We’re not closing our doors,” she says in “Tapatan Ni Tunying” airing this Thursday (March 13), citing her unplanned candidacy and victory in the 2013 senatorial elections.

If she becomes the First Lady, the country will prosper, she says.

“I think Manny’s strategy is to focus on economic growth. I think I can also do a lot to help him,” she claims.

Another Senate newbie, Sen. Sonny Angara also shares in a separate interview that he has no plans yet to run for a higher position.

“Being a senator doesn’t mean that it is easier for me to rise through the ranks. I have encountered difficulties, so I will stay here and try to do my best,” he explains.

When asked to rate his performance in the Senate after less than a year in service, he gives himself a score of 8.5 out of 10.

Sen. Angara adds, “For me, 8.5. It’s because I still want to challenge myself. Nobody is perfect, right?”

The two senators also open up on their personal lives and home in the episode.

Don’t miss “Tapatan ni Tunying” (TNT) this Thursday, 4:45 PM on ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold. For updates, follow @TNTunying on Twitter or like its Facebook page www.facebook.com/TNTunying.

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Ikaw Lamang Pilot Wins Over Kambal Sirena Pilot, Carmela Both in Mega Manila and Nationwide TV Ratings

ABS-CBN's highly-anticipated period drama Ikaw Lamang premiered on Monday and its pilot episode won over rivals both in Mega Manila and nationwide TV ratings.

Ikaw Lamang registered a 24.1% rating in Mega Manila, winning over rival Carmela which only got 22.1% and Kambal Sirena (23.6%) which somehow managed an overlap with the Kim-Coco teleserye with its hour-long pilot episode. 

GMA-7's latest sirena-serye Kambal Sirena aired on the same timeslot as the ABS-CBN program Honesto and it also failed to beat the Kapamilya series. Honesto, which is now on its final week got 27.3% TV ratings in Mega Manila compared to 23.6% of its rival.

Meanwhile, Ikaw Lamang and Honesto were certified winners nationwide with wider TV ratings margin from rival programs. The ABS-CBN period drama had 27.4% national ratings while GMA-7's Carmela only got 16.1% ratings. Honesto (32.4%) also reigned over Kambal Sirena (18.1%) nationwide.

Next week, the primetime slot after the evening newscast will be occupied by two mermaid series namely, Mars Ravelo's Dyesebel (ABS-CBN) and Kambal Sirena (GMA-7). It is also interesting to know what show will win in this clash of mermaids.

VOTE: Dyesebel vs Kambal Sirena (Which is the better mermaid series?)

Mega Manila TV ratings were provided by AGB-Nielsen while national TV ratings came from Kantar media/TNS.

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PMPC Releases Official Statement on Alleged Vote-Buying in Star Awards

The Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) has released an official statement regarding the latest vote-buying controversy in the recently concluded PMPC Star Awards for movies.

In a statement posted on its Facebook page, PMPC denied the allegations of entertainment columnist and radio personality Jobert Sucaldito, who questioned PMPC's credibility. Sucaldito dropped the bomb upon claiming that Vice Ganda's Best Actor win was paid for by a member of the voting body.

READ: Jobert Sucaldito Drops Bomb on PMPC Star Awards, Says Vice Ganda's Best Actor Trophy Paid

Below is the official statement of PMPC on the alleged vote-buying in the 30th PMPC Star Awards for Movies (2014):

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PMPC OFFICIAL STATEMENT

The Philippine Movie Press Club, Inc. (PMPC) is saddened by the unfortunate turn of events at the recently-concluded 30th PMPC Star Awards for Movies.

Immediately after the awards ceremonies, a malicious allegation circulated in social media questioning the veracity of our Best Actor winner.

We strongly refute the said allegation. The voting members gave their utmost trust and confidence to the winners in their respective categories, thereby making the results final, uncontestable and sacred.

For the past three decades of Star Awards for Movies, the PMPC has weathered the hardest obstacles and has remained undaunted.

There will be forces that will try to destroy the credibility and reputation of the Club, but the PMPC will remain committed to its objectives, and no amount of intimidation and coercion can shake its foundation.

The PMPC, its Board of Directors and Members, will always stand firm on their decision.

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Julia Barretto and Enrique Gil Fall for Each Other in 'Mira Bella'

Kapamilya stars Julia Barretto and Enrique Gil are set to capture the hearts of primetime TV viewers as they team up for the first time in ABS-CBN’s upcoming fantasy series “Mira Bella,” which premieres this March.

“All artists, especially newcomers like me, dream to have our own teleserye. And with this opportunity given to me by ABS-CBN, I promise to do my best for our show,” said Julia.

Like Julia, Enrique admitted that he is also excited for the premiere of “Mira Bella.”

“This is my first ever fantaserye and I can’t wait to share it with the viewers. It’s a new experience that has taught me new things and has given me the chance to work with other great actors for the first time. It is very refreshing,” he said.

Meanwhile, Julia and Enrique shared that they believe that the primetime audience will enjoy the narrative of their program. “’Mira Bella’ is perfect for the whole family this upcoming summer season. It is a story about family, love, and acceptance. TV viewers, especially the younger generation, will surely learn a lot from our story,” Julia shared.

Julia will portray the character of a young girl cursed to have a wood-like skin named Mira, who is secretly admired by her blind best friend Jeremy, who will be played by Enrique.

Despite her extraordinary characteristic, Mira grows up as an obedient and kind-hearted child because of her stepparents Osang (Pokwang) and Paeng (John ‘Sweet’ Lapus).

Also joining Julia, Enrique, Sweet, and Pokwang in “Mira Bella” are Sam Concepcion, Mylene Dizon, James Blanco, Mika dela Cruz, and Gloria Diaz. It is directed by Erick Salud, Jojo Saguin, and Jerome Pobocan.

“Mira Bella” is the newest masterpiece of Dreamscape Entertainment Television, the group that created the phenomenal drama series “Walang Hanggan,” top-rating superhero teleserye “Juan dela Cruz,” and the timely series “Honesto,” which is already nearing its finale.

Don’t miss the beginning of a beautiful love story in “Mira Bella” this March on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida.

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Vhong Navarro's It's Showtime Comeback Slays Eat Bulaga in Nationwide TV Ratings

Vhong Navarro made an emotional return to ABS-CBN’s “It’s Showtime” last Saturday (Mar 8), thanking the noontime program’s loyal ‘madlang people’ for their prayers and support, over a month after his brutal mauling incident in January.

Many viewers nationwide tuned in to his return that “It’s Showtime” recorded a national TV rating of 20.3%, compared to rival program “Eat Bulaga” (12.6%), according to data from Kantar Media.

Netizens also warmly welcomed Vhong back as they posted their thoughts on social networking sites. On Twitter, the hashtag #WelcomeBackVhongNavarro landed on the list of worldwide trending topics.

“I want to personally thank all of you for defending me, believing in me, and praying for me,” a tearful Vhong said.

“You are the reason why I remain strong, why I’m here in front of you now, and why I love working. I love making people happy,” he added.

This week in “It’s Showtime,” the Twitter-trending “Stars on 45” has begun trimming down its 27 middle-aged semi-finalists who will compete by crooning classic and contemporary hit tracks.

They have proven that it is not too late for them to shine, but who among them will prove to be the hottest and the brightest?

Stay tuned to “It’s Showtime,” 12:30 PM on weekdays and on Saturdays at 12NN on ABS-CBN. For updates on the program, follow @ItsShowtimena on Twitter, @ItsShowtimeOfficial_IG on Instagram, or like   www.facebook.com/itsShowtimena.

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Jobert Sucaldito Drops Bomb on PMPC Star Awards, Says Vice Ganda's Best Actor Trophy Paid

Entertainment columnist and radio personality Jobert Sucaldito took to social media to express his disappointment over the recently-concluded PMPC Star Awards for Movies and the award-giving body itself. According to Jobert, Vice Ganda's Best Actor trophy was paid.

In a lengthy post on his Facebook page, Jobert Sucaldito questioned the credibility of PMPC. Read below. (CLICK HERE for the complete list of winners)
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akakaloka ang PMPC Star Awards for Movies na ginanap kagabi sa Solaire. niloko ako ng ilang members ng PMPC - pinaniwala ako that they will vote for my baby Jeorge Estregan for Best Actor for his sterling performance sa pelikulang Boy Golden. ganito kasi ang scenario - barely two weeks ago, some members talked to me at nagtanong kung hindi ko raw ba ila-lobby si Jeorge Estregan for Best Actor dahil ang kanilang napusuang rightful winner na si Joel Torre for the movie On The Job won't get the votes dahil hindi nila kayang magbayad sa voting members, i thought of something. kung hindi rin lang mananalo si joel torre who is the rightful winner, might as well fight na lang for my anak-anakang jeorge estregan for Boy Golden dahil they said that he is next in line for Best Actor. but how? i have to call first members of PMPC para makasiguro ako sa pagkapanalo ng alaga ko dahil PR man ako. that's part of the lobbying. normal lang iyon - kahit sa Oscar's sa America ay uso ang lobbying, di ba? i have to siyempre weigh first kung may laban ako. since 38 lang naman ang voting members, i have to get at least a vote more than half of them - meaning, more than 19 in short. so i commissioned 22 of them bago ako sumugal. huwag na nating pangalanan but worse come to worst ay willing ako to name names. promise! wala akong pakialam dahil lokohan pala ito. nagulat na lang ako nang malaman ko that one voting PMPC member nilang si francis simeon lobbied for Vice Ganda pala for Best Actor.. Nagbayad siya ng pera sa mga kasamahan niya sa PMPC para manalo so Vice Ganda who is abroad. mamatay na ang nagsisisnungaling. alam niyo naman ako, mayabang din at kalahati. nangutang ako sa isang friend ng pera para huwag lang madehado ang alaga ko kaya nagbayad ako ng mas higher. kaso, ang 3 members ng executive branch nila sa PMPC named Mel Navarro, Roldan Catro and Fernan de Guzman are for Vice Ganda dahil mas nauna sila naka-commit doon. at ang malungkot, ayaw nilang ipakita ang tunay na resulta ng botohan nila - itinatago nila. kasi nga, if I had 22 committed members, ilan na lang ang natitira sa kanila? 16? in short, i already have the numbers. kaya lang, since ayaw nilang ipakita ang tunay na resulta ng votes, nanalo si Vice Ganda dahil kontrolado nila ang results. i am an outsider of PMPC kaya i have all the right to lobby - since hindi naman pala mananalo ang righrful winner na si JOEL TORRE, might as well to fight for second best and that's joerge estregan dahil sila naman ang nagsabi. pero ang nag-lobby kay Vice Ganda for Best Actor ay VOTING MEMBER ng PMPC na si FRANCIS SIMEON. hindi ba sila nahiya noon? Nasaan ang delicadeza nila? bawal iyon sa members to campaign for a nominee, di ba? either he must abstain from voting for his ward dahil pangit talagang tingnan. ako? okay lang iyon dahil outsider ako and every PR MAN has the right to campaign or lobby for a client for whatever reason. nakakaloka lang dahil papaano nangyaring natalo ako when many of them committed with me for Jeorge Estregan. i personally spoke to many of them and they said yes. yung ibang nakausap ko who said na hindi sila maka-commit sa akin dahil nauna na raw silang pinakiusapan ni FRANCIS SIMEON for Vice Ganda (may bayad din po ito like what I did na pinangutang ko pa ha!) were rommel placente, mildred bacud, sandy es mariano, timmy basil, roldan castro (co-chairman ng Star Awards), among others. okay lang naman ang lobbying pag hindi ka member and i don't care kung magalit sila sa akin - nanggagago sila kasi eh. puwes, magkabukohan na tayo. VICE GANDA's winning was PAID. at lalaban ako sa isyung ito. yung ibang nabigyan ko ay nag-hunyango sa akin and ok lang iyon. magkakaalaman din kami in due time. hindi alam ni jeorge estregan ito dahil ipinangutang ko siya- sobrang mahal ko lang ang batang iyan dahil napakabait at mahusay talagang aktor kaya lang nabiktima kami ng DAGDAG-BAWAS gang sa LOOB MISMO NG PMPC. i am willing to talk at any convenient time at paninindigan ko ito at any given time at your convenience. NGAYON, NASAAN NA ANG TUNAY NA KREDIBILIDAD NG PMPC?

UPDATE: PMPC Releases Official Statement on Alleged Vote Buying at Star Awards

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Iza Calzado, Piolo Pascual Topbill ABS-CBN Teleserye 'Hawak-Kamay'

Actress Iza Calzado and ultimate heartthrob Piolo Pascual will reunite in an upcoming ABS-CBN teleserye tentatively tiled Hawak-Kamay.

Hawak Kamay will be the comeback teleserye of Piolo Pascual after last year's Apoy Sa Dagat with Angelica Panganiban and Diether Ocampo. This will also be Iza Calzado's big return in primetime drama, following the successful teleserye Kahit Puso'y Masugatan which also starred Andi Eigenmann, Jake Cuenca and Gabby Concepcion.

According to reports, Piolo Pascual was the one who requested to be paired with Iza Calzado in this upcoming series, which is said to be directed by Ruel Bayani. 

Iza has already worked with Piolo twice in movies, first in the highly-acclaimed Milan (with Claudine Barretto as female lead), and second on the mega blockbuster hit Starting Over Again, both helmed by award-winning director Olivia Lamasan.

Iza Calzado and Piolo Pascual, who both said they are very excited for their team up, already had a look test for the upcoming series. Aside from the two, Hawak Kamay will also star Nikki Gil and some newly-discovered talents.

Are you excited for this Piolo-Iza teleserye? Reports said the cameras will start rolling this March.

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