Xian Lim Opens up About His Girl, Kim Chiu on Chalk Magazine October 2013 Issue

Kapamilya heartthrob Xian Lim is on the cover of Chalk Magazine October 2013 issue. Xian is looking so much cuter on the cover photo for Chalk's “Beauty Issue."

Inside Chalk Magazine's October issue, Xian Lim opens up on his thoughts about real beauty and what he finds truly beautiful in a girl. Of course, he even goes into detail about the most beautiful girl in his eyes, Kim Chiu.

Aside from Xian, Chalk also introduces the seven most beautiful people in the magazine’s “#beautiful” story under LIVE section. These seven personalities—Sam Concepcion, Jasmine Curtis-Smith, Abby Asistio, Kevin Balot, Ayumi Yoshikawa, Tori Rosso and Camille Co—are among those who redefine beauty in their own unique ways, demonstrating beauty in all its forms.

Grab a copy of Chalk’s October issue with Xian Lim on the cover, now available at your favorite book stores and magazine stands nationwide for only P100.

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9th Cinemalaya 2013 Winners - Vilma Santos, Jasmine Curtis, Sana Dati, Transit

The winners of the 9th Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival (Cinemalaya 2013) were revealed Sunday night (August 4) in a ceremony held at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theater) in Pasay City.

Jerrold Tarog's Sana Dati and Hannah Espia‘s Transit were the big winners of the night, clinching the most awards in the Director's Showcase and New Breed category, respectively including Best Film.

Meanwhile, Star for all Seasons Vilma Santos was hailed Best Actress for her role as a bit player in Ektra directed by Jeffrey Jeturian. Anne Curtis' sister, Jasmine Curtis-Smith bagged the Best Supporting Actress trophy for her performance in Transit.

Here are the winners of the 9th Cinemalaya 2013:

	DIRECTOR’S SHOWCASE	NEW BREED	SHORT FILMS
Best Film	Sana Dati	Transit	The Houseband’s Wife
Best Director	Jerrold Tarog, Sana Dati	Hannah Espia, Transit	JE Tiglao, Onang
Best Actress	Vilma Santos (Ekstra)	Irma Adlawan, Transit
Best Actor	(No winner)	Mimi Juareza, Quick Change
Best Supporting Actress	Ruby Ruiz, Ekstra	Jasmine Curtis-Smith, Transit
Best Supporting Actor	TJ Trinidad, Sana Dati	Joey Paras, Babagwa
Best Screenplay	Zig Dulay, Antoinette Jadaone, and Jeffrey Jeturian, Ekstra	Eduardo Roy Jr., Quick Change	Paolo O’Hara, The Houseband’s Wife
Best Cinematography	Mackie Galvez, Sana Dati	Ber Cruz and Lyle Nemenzo Sacris, Transit
Best Production Design	Ericson Navarro, Sana Dati	Roy Red, Rekorder
Best Editing	Pats R. Ranyo (Jerrold Tarog), Sana Dati	Benjamin Tolentino and Hannah Espia, Transit
Best Original Music	Jerrold Tarog, Sana Dati	Mon Espia, Transit
Best Sound	Roger TJ Ladro (Jerrold Tarog), Sana Dati	Albert Michael Idioma, Quick Change
NETPAC Award	Ekstra	Transit
Special Jury Prize	Ekstra	Quick Change	Taya
Audience Choice Award	Ekstra	Transit	Taya
Special Citation for Ensemble Acting		The Cast of Transit

The 9th Cinemalaya Film Festival 2013 run from July 26 to August 4 at the Cultural Center of the Philippines and in selected theaters at Greenbelt, TriNoma and Alabang Town Center.

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Julia Barretto, Jasmine Curtis-Smith and Sarah Jessica Parker on Mega July 2013 Covers

Next generation of showbiz and style icons—gorgeous young ladies Jasmine Curtis-Smith and Julia Barretto are on the cover of MEGA Magazine July 2013 issue. On a separate cover of the Philippine's Best Fashion Magazine is the face of SM Store and Hollywood A-lister, Sarah Jessica Parker.

Find out the hype about Julia and Jasmine and more on Sarah Jessica's endorsement with the the country’s fashion retail giant in the inside pages of Mega July issue.

This issue is also packed with all the biggest fashion and beauty game changers: from rule breaking style ideas (go ahead, wear your sunnies in the rain!), to the rise of plus-sized dressing. The well-loved classics and retail brand favorites have gone MEGAFIED and given that haute new edge.

Mega magazine July 2013 with Julia Barretto and Jasmine Curtis-Smith, as well as Sarah Jessica Parker is now available in stands nationwide. Grab both covers!

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Jasmine Curtis-Smith Covers Chalk Magazine LGBT Special (October 2012 Issue)

Jasmine Curtis-Smith is on the cover of Chalk Magazine October 2012 issue. This Chalk's very first lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender special.

Growing up surrounded by gays and lesbians, Jasmine Curtis-Smith, the younger sister of Anne Curtis, said that they’re not different from anyone else.

“I think it’s unfortunate that others can’t see that they’re just the same as us,” Jasmine said in an interview for the October issue of Chalk Magazine where she serves as a columnist and this month’s cover girl. “The LGBT community is a ‘bundle of joy’. People should learn how to love them”, added Jasmine. 

Find out more about her views and her participation in the World Vision organization’s 40 Hours of Famine where she was made to experience how it is to be blind for almost two days.

Also included in the magazine are the best places for night outs in the metro, profiles on this year’s batch of UAAP Courtside Reporters, makeup tips and wardrobe ideas for Halloween. All these and more in Chalk’s October issue, on newsstands now.

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BAYO to Replace 'What's Your Mix?' Campaign

Following backlash and criticisms it has received from netizens, blogs and social networking sites, Bayo is now decided to cancel the controversial "What's your mix?" ad campaign which features Filipinas of mix ethnicities.

In an interview with ABS-CBN news, Bayo’s vice president for product research and development Lyn Agustin said that they will be conceptualizing  "a better and more sensitive campaign, more sensitive to the big issues."  She also apologized on behalf of the company for unintentionally offending people.

Here is Bayo's official statement (via Rappler.com):

We, at BAYO, deeply apologize for the message our campaign — “What’s Your Mix?” — has unintentionally conveyed. We would like to express our regrets to those who have been offended or felt discriminated against.  

Our company and our partners have always taken pride in being pro-Filipino as we continue to celebrate our uniqueness and achievements. We believe that being a Filipino will always make you 100% beautiful. It is unfortunate that this message got lost along the way. 

We thank everyone who has shown support for our thrust of promoting Filipino beauty, talent, and creativity. 

Sincerely,

Lyn Agustin

Vice President, Bayo

Agustin also said that they will bring down the Bayo "What's your mix?" ads displayed in some boutiques and replace them with a new concept.

The Bayo 'What's your mix?' campaign was criticized by several Filipinos for being "demeaning" and suggesting that those who have mixed races are superior than the pure-blooded Pinoy.

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Xian Lim Covers Star Studio Magazine April 2012 Issue

Hunk actor Xian Lim is on the cover of StarStudio Magazine's April 2012 issue. The said issue will be the magazine's 12th anniversary issue where they featured 12 breakout artists of 2012 that we should keep an eye on. Our Xian Lim topped the said list (Hot 12 of 2012) which eventually made him the edition's cover story.

Xian is hot with his black sleeveless shirt and smoldering looks that can melt whoever is focused on.

Other showbiz' breakout bets this 2012 are Enrique Gil, Alden Richards, Jasmine Curtis-Smith, Julia Montes, Lovi Poe, Angeline Quinto and 5 more inside.

StarStudio's 12th Anniversary issue (April 2012) is available on leading news and magazine stands nationwide. Watch the teaser featuring Xian Lim below.

Photo and video courtesy of StarStudio Facebook

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