ASAP 18 Launches ABS-CBN 2013 Summer Station ID this April 7

Celebrate the most colorful and refreshing summer this Sunday (April 7) as ABS-CBN’s 2013 Summer Station ID dubbed as ‘Kwento ng Summer Natin’ premieres in “ASAP 18.” Check out the full video of ABS-CBN 2013 Summer SID here.

ABS-CBN’s longest-running, award-winning variety show is going to treat TV viewers with a fun-filled and exhilarating Sunday with the special visit of box-office hit “It Takes A Man and A Woman” lead star John Lloyd Cruz; the launch of Phenomenal Box-Office Star Vice Ganda’s newest single ‘Karakaraka;’ and the must-watch surprise of Pinoy rapper-songwriters Gloc 9 and Abra. Don’t miss grand welcome of the whole ASAP Kapamilya for the cast of Kapamilya Gold’s newest action-drama series “Dugong Buhay.”

Witness the extraordinary beauty and talent of Filipinas with the rare and must-see performance of Kapamilya actress Sunshine Cruz; and the special production number of Bb. Pilipinas beauty queens Janine Tugonon, Nicole Schmitz, and Katrina Dimaranan, together with the 50 candidates of the prestigious beauty pageant.

Summer fun continues in the “ASAP 18” centerstage with the back-to-back birthday bash of Karylle; and Julia Barretto together with the Star Magic Circle 2013.

Prepare to be amazed with the special surprises from ASAP Kapamilya Champions Erik Santos, Jed Madela, Angeline Quinto, Yeng Constantino; and the well-loved ASAP POPables Gerald Anderson, Enchong Dee, Rayver Cruz, and Xian Lim.

Meanwhile, experience another world-class performance from Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano as he shares another touching story of hope and triumph in ‘With Love, Gary V.’

Appreciate the beauty of OPM with the hair-raising concert experience prepared by Martin Nievera, ZsaZsa Padilla, Vina Morales, Nikki Gil, and Zia Quizon; and the freshest summer musical treats from Piolo Pascual, Jericho Rosales, Matteo Guidicelli, Markki Stroem, and the ASAP Sessionistas.

Get ready for the hottest showdown of dance floor royalties Maja Salvador and Shaina Magdayao in the ‘supah hot clash dance’ ‘MASH;’ followed by the breath-taking Supahdance showcase of Kim Chiu, Kathryn Bernardo, Enrique Gil, John Prats, Iya Villania, Empress, Bugoy Cariño, and Iza Calzado.

Don’t miss the grand launch of ABS-CBN’s 2013 Summer Station ID in the country’s longest-running, award-winning variety show, “ASAP 18” this Sunday, 12:15 noon, on ABS-CBN. For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAP Chill-Out, simply visithttp://asap.abs-cbn.com/, ‘like’ http://facebook.com/asapofficial, follow @ASAPOFFICIAL on Twitter, and know the latest happenings in “ASAP 18” by tweeting the hashtag #ASAPKwentoNgSummer.

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Video: The Hunks, Coverboys and POPables Heat Up ASAP 18 Stage

ASAP boy groups The Hunks, Coverboys and POPables rendered a sizzling number on ASAP 18 in celebration of the musical variety show's 18th anniversary on Sunday, February 3.

The ASAP POPables composed of Gerald Anderson, Enchong Dee, Rayver Cruz and Xian Lim sang Honey My Love, So Sweet while the ASAP Coverboys brought Sexy Back with their hot number. Led by Jake Cuenca, Coverboys Zanjoe Marudo, Will Devaughn, Victor Basa and Jon Avila once again indulged fans with their hot bodies.

Meanwhile, The Hunks had their much-awaited reunion with BJ Palanca and Carlos Agassi joining Jericho Rosales, Diether Ocampo and Piolo Pascual in the Hagibis number, Katawan.

Watch the ASAP boy groups perform on ASAP 18 anniversary special:

Photo courtesy of @ASAPOfficial

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ASAP 18 Begins with a Bang this January 6

ASAP 18 welcomes 2013 with the grandest New Year bash this Sunday (January 6) as ABS-CBN’s top-rating musical variety show celebrates its 18th anniversary to be led by Miss Universe beauties Venus Raj and Janine Tugonon.

Aside from Venus and Janine’s beauty queen showdown, TV viewers will surely fall in love with the back-to-back romantic serenades of ASAP Boyfriendz Daniel Padilla, Khalil Ramos, and Enrique Gil; and the ASAP POPables Gerald Anderson, Enchong Dee, Rayver Cruz, and Xian Lim. Hottest Kapamilya leading men Jericho Rosales, Matteo Guidicelli, and Sam Milby will also fire up the stage with their special production number.

Get ready as girl power takes over the “ASAP 18” centerstage with the must-watch K-Pop inspired production number prepared by Kapamilya Primetime princesses Kim Chiu, Kathryn Bernardo, Ella Cruz, and Julia Montes.

“ASAP 18” continues the celebration with the sizzling birthday bash of Kapamilya hunk and “Kahit Puso’y Masugatan” star Jake Cuenca.

Witness another show-stopping performance as ultimate multimedia star Toni Gonzaga goes on a world-class concert showdown with international Pinoy RnB sensation Billy Crawford.

Prepare to be amazed with the hair-raising and astonishing musical spectacle of Bamboo, Aiza Seguerra, Erik Santos, Jed Madela, Zia Quizon, Christian Bautista, Vina Morales, Zsa Zsa Padilla, and Martin Nievera.

Meanwhie, discover the latest dance moves this 2013 in the breathtaking Supahdance showcase of Maja Salvador, Shaina Magdayao, John Prats, Iya Villania, and Cristine Reyes.

Welcome 2013 and celebrate the 18th anniversary of PMPC’s Best Musical Variety Show “ASAP 18” this Sunday, 12:15 noon, on ABS-CBN. For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAP Chill-Out, simply visit http://asap.abs-cbn.com/, follow @ASAPOFFICIAL on Twitter, or ‘like’ http://facebook.com/asapofficial.

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ASAP 2012 Treats Viewers with an Early Christmas Treat with the Princess and I and Aryana Teen Stars

ASAP 2012 is all set to throw an all-star Christmas countdown celebration this Sunday (December 9) as Kapamilya teen stars Ella Cruz, Paul Salas, Francis Magundayao, Kathryn Bernardo, Enrique Gil, and Daniel Padilla spread the merriment of the Holiday season with non-stop treats.

Aside from the early Christmas gifts from “Princess and I” and “Aryana” teen stars, TV viewers will surely fall in love with the back-to-back-to-back romantic serenades from Kapamilya leading men Piolo Pascual, Jake Cuenca, Paulo Avelino, and Sam Milby; ASAP POPables Gerald Anderson, Xian Lim, Rayver Cruz, and Enchong Dee; and the ASAP Boyfriendz Daniel, Enrique, and Khalil Ramos.

Get ready for a string of sizzling surprises as some of the hottest Kapamilya leading ladies Kim Chiu, Maja Salvador, Erich Gonzales, Iza Calzado, Andi Eigenmann, Bangs Garcia, Megan Young, and Cristine Reyes treat everyone with a special production number.

Meanwhile, feel the true Christmas spirit with the world-class musical spectacle of Gary Valenciano, Martin Nievera, ZsaZsa Padilla, Vina Morales, Billy Crawford, Bamboo, Christian Bautista, Jed Madela, Erik Santos, and Toni Gonzaga; followed by the hair-raising concert extravaganza of ASAP Sessionistas, ASAP Pinoy Champs, and ASAP Covers.

Also, watch out for the breathtaking Yuletide ASAP Supahdance treat prepared by John Prats, Iya Villania, Robi Domingo, Julia Montes, Empress, Anja Aguilar, Myrtle Sarrosa, Karen Reyes, Ryan Boyce, Yves Flores, and Bugoy Cariño.

Don’t miss the 2012 PMPC Best Musical Variety Show “ASAP 2012” this Sunday, 12:15 noon, on ABS-CBN. For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAP Chill-Out, simply visit http://asap.abs-cbn.com/, follow @ASAPOFFICIAL on Twitter, or ‘like’ http://facebook.com/asapofficial.

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ASAP POPables: Gerald Anderson, Xian Lim, Enchong Dee and Rayver Cruz

ASAP 2012 has launched another boy group that will surely bring 'kilig' every Sunday afternoon. The new boy group, called the ASAP POPables consisted of Gerald Anderson, Xian Lim, Enchong Dee and Rayver Cruz.

The ASAP POPables was also known as the Teleserye Princes which toured US with Pokwang. The four hot young men had real chemistry together, making the audience wild with their performances.

Enchong, Xian and Rayver will all be part of the upcoming teleserye, Ina, Kapatid, Anak which will also star Kim Chiu and Maja Salvador. Meanwhile, Gerald Anderson will be starring in an indie film entitled El Brujo with Tayong Dalawa co-star, Jake Cuenca.

After Kanto Boyz, Boys R Boys and  ASAP Boyfriendz, here is ASAP POPables to make you glued to your screens every Sunday.

Watch the ASAP POPables (with Young JV) perform Bye Bye Bye by the Backstreet Boys in one of their hang-out in Alaska for the Teleserye Bida tour.

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