Jhong Hilario, Porno Bag Awards at Young Critics' Circle

Director Adolf Alix Jr.'s Porno was named Best Film by the Young Critics' Circle (YCC) on its 24th Annual Citations. The film, which is about individuals linked through pornography wins big with 5 out of 6 awards in the bag.

Porno's Carlo Aquino won Best Performance, tied with It's Showtime host Jhong Hilario, who won for his performance in the indie movie Badil, a film which exposed the realities of politics and vote buying during elections.

Prior to winning, both Carlo Aquino and Jhong Hilario have been previously nominated for Best Performance by the academe-based group: Aquino for Minsan May Isang Puso (1999) and Baler (2008), and Hilario for Muro-Ami (1999).

Meanwhile, Frasco Mortiz's MMFF 2013 entry Pagpag which stars Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla won Best Editing, and aso tied with the said Alix's film for the award. 

Established in 1990, the YCC Film Desk is composed of members of academe from the University of the Philippines, Ateneo de Manila University and De La Salle University.

The awards ceremony is set on the third week of March, with the specific date and venue to be announced soon. Below is the complete list winners:

• Best Film – Porno directed by Adolfo Alix Jr.
• Best Performance – Carlo Aquino (Porno) and Jhong Hilario (Badil)
• Best Screenplay - Ralston Jover (Porno)
• Best Editing – Aleks Castañeda (Porno) and Jerrold Tarog (Pagpag)
• Best Cinematography and Visual Design – Lauriana
• Best Sound and Aural Orchestration – Porno
• First Feature – Kristian Sendon Cordero (Angustia), Miguel Alcazaren (Puti), and Randolph Longjas (Ang Turkey Man Ay Pabo Rin)

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Jhong Hilario Walks Out on It's Showtime During That's My Tomboy Segment

Actor-dancer Jhong Hilario walked out on the noontime show It's Showtime during the That's My Tomboy segment on Tuesday, January 28. Click here to watch the video.

That's My Tomboy is currently having a week-long presentation of the 39 grand finalists. Jhong is one of the hurados in the said segment along with comedy queen Ai Ai Delas Alas and Brapanese model Daniel Matsunaga.

In the segment, the That's My Tomboy grand finalists will present a privilege speech to the madlang pipol. One of the finalists in the first batch of 8 finalists for the day talked about losing a friend who always believed in her.

When it was Jhong's time to comment, he lauded the strength showed by the contestants, specially the one who gave the speech about her friend who died. He later became emotional, thinking of what happend to his friend Vhong Navarro, who was recently mauled by a group of men and currently recuperating in the hospital.

"Kasi kapag pinag-uusapan ang kaibigan..." an emotional Jhong said. "Hindi ho madali ang ginagawa namin dito sa Showtime," he continued while grabbing his forehead and starting to cry. 

The It's Showtime co-hosts Karylle, Billy Crawford, Vice Ganda and Anne Curtis also became emotional until Jhong Hilario walked out of his seat, apologizing to the director. The other co-hosts then regained their composure before the commercial cue.

Jhong Hilario was replaced by the tandem of Jugs and Teddy, who were seated as judges to give comments on the second batch of 8 finalists for the day. [WATCH THE VIDEO HERE]

It's Showtime That's My Tomboy will culminate in a grand finals on Saturday (February 1) with the announcement of winner who will take home P300,000 in cash.

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Little Champ Airs Champion Finale this Friday (May 24)

ABS-CBN’s hit fantasy series ‘Little Champ’ wins viewers’ hearts as it has remained a top-rater from its initial episodes until now that the program is on its finale week.

“Little Champ” has consistently landed on the the list of daily top 15 programs based on Kantar Media data. Further proof is the warm response of the public, especially children, at the successful “Little Champ” mall shows in Pampanga, Taguig and Bacoor. At the last mall event at SM Bacoor, that was graced by cast members JB Agustin (Caloy), Sofia Millares (Lulubelle), Jake Roxas (Miguel) and Coleen Garcia (Alice), the crowd estimate was an overwhelming 1,500.

Child star JB is gladdened by the support. “I am very happy because we have made many people happy,” he said. “But I am a little sad because I will miss the staff and my co-stars when the show ends,” he added.

Meanwhile, in this week’s finale, Caloy and Chalk, the horse, finally reunite. Who will be Chalk’s rider? Who between Chalk and Miguel, both owners of the powerful stones of Kambulalakaw, will emerge as the winner? 

With the impending meteor shower, the only way to save the earth from destruction is to unite the two stones of Kambulalakaw. Will Caloy and Chalk be able to unite the stones and save mankind? Know the answers in this week’s exciting finale of “Little Champ” on ABS-CBN Channel 2 weeknights before “TV Patrol.”

For more updates and feedback about the show, like the official Facebook fanpage of “Little Champ” at http://www.facebook.com/LittleChampOfficial and follow @LChampOfficial on Twitter. Little Champ toy horses, costume accessories, and other official merchandise are now available at leading toy stores nationwide.

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'Little Champ' Pilot Week Wins the Hearts of Viewers Nationwide

ABS-CBN’s newest fantaserye “Little Champ” claimed an early ratings lead as more viewers nationwide tuned in to its pilot week.

Based on data from Kantar Media, its pilot episode last Monday (March 18) registered a national TV rating of 17%, or six points higher than rival program “Smile Donghae” of GMA 7, which only got 10.6%.

Watch out for more exciting scenes next week as veteran actor Lito Lapid makes his anticipated appearance and portrayal as Amang Leon. What will be his role in Caloy (JB Agustin) and Chalk’s life?

Caloy and her mother Helen (Lara Quigaman) are also bound to face the toughest challenge in their lives when the ship they are in will sink. Amidst the panic and terror, the two will get separated but Chalk will be able to save his best friend Caloy.

How will Caloy get on with his life with only Chalk by his side? What trials are waiting for them?

The program’s pilot week introduced viewers to the unusual friendship of Caloy (JB Agustin) and his best friend, a horse named Chalk, and the challenges Caloy’s family has had to face when Miguel (Jake Roxas) blamed the death of his son on Caloy.

	LITTLE CHAMP (ABS-CBN 2)	SMILE DONGHAE (GMA 7)
March 18	17.0%	10.6%
March 19	17.1%	9.6%
March 20	16.5%	9.8%
March 21	19.5%	11%
Source: National TV Ratings, Kantar Media

Watch “Little Champ” before TV Patrol and witness an unusual story of friendship, family and heroism. For more updates and feedback about the show, ‘like’ the official Facebook fanpage of “Little Champ” at http://www.facebook.com/LittleChampOfficial and follow @LChampOfficial on Twitter.

Meanwhile, get a chance to meet and greet “Little Champ’s” child wonder, JB Agustin and Sofia Millares as they visit different malls in Metro Manila on Easter Sunday (March 23). Little Champ toy horses, costume accessories, and other items are available at leading toy stores nationwide.

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'Little Champ' Overtakes Competition, Reigns on Its Timeslot

ABS-CBN’s newest drama-fantaserye series “Little Champ,” starred by the newest  Kapamilya child wonder JB Agustin who plays the role of Caloy, reigns on its timeslot in nationwide TV ratings. Based on the latest data from Kantar Media, the pilot episode  the program garnered 17% ratings compared to its rival program “Smile Donghae” in GMA, which only got 10% share in national TV ratings.

In the first week of the program, though the son of cruel and wealthy haciendero Miguel died in an accident, Miguel threw the blame to Caloy and even attempted a revenge for him and his whole family.

This ensued to an encounter between Miguel and Caloy’s father, Lucas (Jhong Hilario), which resulted to an accident where Miguel fell from a cliff. Lucas got jailed with the accusation that he killed Miguel.

The battle for good and evil continues and draws even fiercer as “Kambulalaw” or twin meteor fell in land, which gave Chalk, Caloy’s horse at the same time his best friend and Miguel extraordinary powers.

Chalk, who used to be very weak became a “super mola,” a very strong, very fast and can able to speak like a human.

If Miguel will use his powers to continue his revenge, what will Chalk do in his new found strength? Will Caloy and Chalk’s dream to be super heroes come true?

To avoid the conflict, Helen (Lara Quigaman) decided to leave Bukidnon with his son Caloy but a catastrophe will hinder their journey as a typhoon hit the ship where they took a ride. What can Chalk’s power do to save his best friend and Helen’s life? How will a tragedy and a miracle change the life of Caloy’s family?

Watch “Little Champ” before TV Patrol and witness an unusual story of friendship, family and heroism. For more updates and feedback about the show, ‘like’ the official Facebook fanpage of “Little Champ” at http://www.facebook.com/LittleChampOfficial and follow @LChampOfficial on Twitter.

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'Little Champ' Premieres March 18 on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida

Little Champ, ABS-CBN’s newest fantaserye which will launch this Monday (March 18), marks the first teleserye appearance of new Kapamilya child wonder JB Agustin and the return of veteran actor Lito Lapid.

Lapid expressed his excitement on the premise of the story because it includes horses as cast members. “The story has a mix of fantasy, comedy and drama. I also salute Caloy, the kid. He’s really good in acting,” he said.

Videos: Little Champ teaser trailers

Viewers will not only pick-up moral lessons in the story as they will be primarily entertained by the ‘superhero’ horse voiced by Maliksi Morales as Chalk, Caloy’s (JB Agustin) friend and confidant. Some of the voice actors in the soap are Eddie Garcia, Rico J. Puno, Joonie Gamboa, John Regala, and Jeffrey Tam.

Under the direction of Richard Arellano and Mervyn Brondial, the story revolves around the simple lives of Caloy, his parents Lucas (Jhong Hilario) and Helen (Precious Lara Quigaman), and their sickly horse, Chalk.

Their quiet family life will change however when Caloy’s playmate, the son of the rich haciendero Miguel (Jake Roxas), falls off a horse and dies. Miguel, who will put the blame on Caloy, will hunt the child down. Caloy will flee with his loyal horse Chalk and will find refuge under Leon del Torro (Lapid), a baranggay captain.

The forces of good and evil will clash when a meteorite falls, breaks into two, and lands separately on Chalk and Miguel. Powered by the meteorite, Chalk will change from a sickly horse to a powerful stallion that can talk while Miguel will experience evil powers, fueled by his lust for revenge. 

How will Chalk’s super powers help in protecting his best friend Caloy and what will be Leon’s role in all these?

Also included in the cast are Mickey Ferriols, Coleen Garcia, Renz Fernandez, Alex Calleja, Paolo Serrano, Katya Santos, Ruben Gonzaga, and Sofia Millares, with the special participation of Jolo Revilla. “Little Champ” will run beginning on March 18 before “TV Patrol” on ABS-CBN.

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Video: Vice Ganda and Jhong Hilario Performance on It's Showtime 3rd Anniversary (Oct 25)

Vice Ganda and Jhong Hilario made a spoof of John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo's teleserye A Beautiful Affair with A Not So Beautiful Affair on their It's Showtime 3rd anniversary performance Thursday, October 25.

Aside from that opening video, Vice and Jhong also parodied one of the judges' movie, Maricel Soriano's Soltera. A shirtless Paulo Avelino, Kedebon Colim and comedian Negi also had special participations in the performance.

While the rest of the country experienced black out and typhoon Ofel, Vice and Jhong's It's Showtime 3rd anniversary performance let us experienced a total variety show with singing, drama, comedy and a bit of fantasy and magic.

Watch Vice and Jhong's It's Showtime 3rd anniversary performance on October 25:

To watch the performances of other It's Showtime hosts, click the links below:

Anne Curtis and Karylle - Circus Performance
Jugs and Teddy - Gangnam Style with Cristine Reyes
Kuya Kim and Ryan Bang - Pole and Aerial Dance Parody of Anne Curtis' winning piece
Coleen, Baby Joy and Eruption - Wild around the world show with the Azkals
Billy and Vhong - Light Dance

Photo courtesy of tsapsuy.com

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Biggest Kapamilya Stars Join 'Dolphy Alay Tawa' this September 19

The highly-anticipated grand concert tribute “Dolphy Alay Tawa: A Musical Tribute to the King of Comedy” is all set to spread love, joy and laughter this Wednesday (September 19) as some of the biggest names in the Philippine showbiz industry join forces to celebrate the life of the late Comedy King Dolphy. 

Led by his beloved children and partner ZsaZsa Padilla, also joining the historical tribute concert for the Comedy King are some of the biggest Kapamilya stars such as Judy Ann Santos, Gary Valenciano, Martin Nievera, Ai Ai delas Alas, Toni Gonzaga, Shaina Magdayao, Angeline Quinto, Luis Manzano, John Prats, Iya Villania, Smokey Manaloto, Jhong Hilario, Melai Cantiveros, and Neil Coleta. 

Meanwhile, to further extend happiness, joy and inspiration among Filipinos, all the proceeds of “Dolphy Alay Tawa” will go to Eyebank Foundation Philippines, Hope in a Bottle, Philippine Red Cross, and Dolphy Aid Para sa Pinoy Foundation. 

Don’t miss “Dolphy Alay Tawa: A Musical Tribute to the King of Comedy” on Wednesday (September 19), 7pm, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. For ticket inquiries call 470-2222 or log on to www.smtickets.com. 

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ABS-CBN's Little Champ Teasers Released!

ABS-CBN has released two teasers for the upcoming teleserye Little Champ. A drama-fantaserye in the making, Little Champ is topbilled by Sen. Lito Lapid and newest child wonder, JB Agustin Malatamban.

Little Champ also stars Jhong Hilario, Lara Quigaman, Jake Roxas, Mickey Ferriols, Katya Santos, Coleen Garcia, Renz Fernandez, Sofia Millares, Ruben Gonzaga and a white horse who will befriend our kiddie wonder.

Little Champ will be the first Philippine teleserye to have its theme song and soundtrack accompanied by a live orchestra. Piolo Pascual sung the theme song entitled Kung Kailangan Mo Ako with the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra (watch the music video here).

Meanwhile, below are the two teasers for Little Champ:

Little Champ airs soon on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida. It will probably replace Princess and I or Lorenzo's Time.

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Music Video: 'Little Champ' Theme Song 'Kung Kailangan Mo Ako' by Piolo Pascual

ABS-CBN has released a music video of the theme song of upcoming teleserye Little Champ titled Kung Kailangan Mo Ako. 

Sung by Piolo Pascual and acompanied by the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Gerard Salonga, The Little Champ teleserye theme song is a first in Philippine TV history being the first teleserye song in our country to be accompanied by a live orchestra.

Little Champ is a kiddie action-drama fantaserye topbilled by senator Lito Lapid. It also stars Jhong Hilario, Lara Quigaman, Jake Roxas, Mickey Ferriols, Katya Santos, Coleen Garcia, Renz Fernandez, Sofia Millares, Ruben Gonzaga and a new kiddie wonder.

Watch the music video of Kung Kailangan Mo Ako performed by Piolo Pascual with the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra for the teleserye Little Champ:

Little Champ airs soon on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida. It will probably replace Princess and I or Lorenzo's Time.

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'The Healing' Excites Netizens, Draws Huge Crowd to Cinemas

Chito Roño’s newest suspense-horror masterpiece, “The Healing,” topbilled by Star for All Seasons Vilma Santos and Princess of Philippine TV and Movies Kim Chiu, has swiftly turned into a much-talked about movie event of the year and earned the nods of countless moviegoers who have witnessed it so far.

The film’s unprecedented success started as early as its premiere night last Tuesday, July 24 when “The Healing” zoomed as the no.1 trending topic worldwide on Twitter where tweets flooded on the popular microblogging site from netizens who got all excited to watch the latest Star Cinema offering.

True enough, the immense public excitement for “The Healing” drew huge crowds to different cinemas nationwide and resulted to long queues of moviegoers on the first day of showing alone. The Roño masterpiece has instantly became such a big hit that some mall owners have decided to add more cinemas this weekend to accommodate the upsurge of expected audience.

Under the production of Star Cinema, “The Healing” was given the highest grade of “A” by the Cinema Evaluation Board (CEB).

“The Healing” is the grand kick-off celebration of Vilma’s 50th anniversary in showbiz.

“The Healing” is now showing in 140 cinemas nationwide.

Also included in powerhouse cast of “The Healing” are Janice de Belen, Mark Gil, Martin del Rosario, Jhong Hilario, Allan Paule, Cris Villanueva, Daria Ramirez, Ces Quesada, Ynez Veneracion, Simon Ibarra, Abi Bautista, Joel Torre, Chinggoy Alonso, Mon Confiado, Carmi Martin and Pokwang.

For more updates on “The Healing”, simply visit www.StarCinema.com.ph, or like the movie’s official page, http://facebook.com/TheHealingFilm, http://facebook.com/StarCinema or http://twitter.com/StarCinema.

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Star Cinema to Release R-13 and R-18 Versions of 'The Healing'

In celebration of the Star for All Seasons’ 50th anniversary in showbiz, Star Cinema makes history this year as it releases two versions of Vilma Santos’ much-anticipated first-ever suspense-horror film titled “The Healing,” which will be shown on theaters nationwide this Wednesday (July 25).

Considering the clamor of the young fans of Ate Vi and her co-star Kim Chiu, Star Cinema came up with an R-13 version, or strictly for 13 years old and up, of “The Healing” that carries the same thrill but is appropriate to the age and comprehension of the minors. While the R-18 or the ‘director’s cut,’ meanwhile, is a sure-fire treat to all horror movie fans as it is filled with hair-hairing and mindblowing scenes perfect for adult moviegoers, 18 years old and above.

Under the direction of Master Director Chito S. Roño, Ate Vi’s “The Healing” takes pride with its highly acclaimed powerhouse cast composed of Kim, Janice de Belen, Mark Gil, Martin del Rosario, Jhong Hilario, Allan Paule, Cris Villanueva, Daria Ramirez, Ces Quesada, Ynez Veneracion, Simon Ibarra, Abi Bautista, Joel Torre, Chinggoy Alonso, Mon Confiado, Carmi Martin and Pokwang.

The two versions of “The Healing” opens in cinemas nationwide on July 25, 2012!

For more updates on “The Healing”, simply visit www.StarCinema.com.ph, or like the movie’s official page, http://facebook.com/TheHealingFilm, http://facebook.com/StarCinema or http://twitter.com/StarCinema.

Related:

The Healing official full trailer

The Healing official movie poster

The Healing exclusive uncut web trailer

The Healing international screenings

The Healing viral trailer spoof

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Chito Roño Reunites with Vilma Santos in 'The Healing'

After a decade, highly acclaimed Filipino writer, film producer and award-winning master director Chito S. Roño teams up once again with Philippine Cinema’s Star for All Seasons Vilma Santos for Star Cinema’s newest suspense-horror offering titled, “The Healing,” that is set to hit theaters on July 25.

The power tandem of Direk Chito and Ate Vi is back on the silverscreen after ten years since they made the “Dekada 70” in 2002. They also teamed up in 1998 via another serious drama “Bata, Bata, Paano Ka Ginawa?”

This year, the two movie stalwarts join forces once more to offer the moviegoers with another unforgettable masterpiece—Ate Vi’s first-ever horror movie–that is set to introduce a new brand of Pinoy horror in Philippine cinema through “The Healing,” which features a story about the Filipino tradition of going to faith healers for guidance and treatment of ailments.

Direk Chito and Vilma’s reunion project makes the Star for All Season proud of another milestone happening in her golden anniversary in the entertainment industry. “I’ve been asking Chito for so long for something this and I’m so glad that it’s finally happening. With the undeniable top caliber of Star Cinema, Direk Chito, and our award-wining cast, how can I go wrong!” she remarked.

With Direk Chito at the helm, Star Cinema gathered an all-star highly acclaimed powerhouse cast to star with Ate Vi, including Kim Chiu, Janice de Belen, Mark Gil, Martin del Rosario, Jhong Hilario, Allan Paule, Cris Villanueva, Daria Ramirez, Ces Quesada, Ynez Veneracion, Simon Ibarra, Abi Bautista, Joel Torre, Chinggoy Alonso, Mon Confiado, Carmi Martin and Pokwang.

“The Healing” opens in cinemas nationwide on July 25, 2012!

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'90s Fever on 'Sarah G Live' this April 22

Popstar royalty Sarah Geronimo takes everyone back in time this Sunday (April 22) as she groove to the ‘90s beats and belts out the timeless jukebox hits in her solo musical variety show “Sarah G. Live!” 

In the ‘reunion night,’ the Popstar will share the stage with jukebox queens Claire dela Fuente, Eva Eugenio, and Imelda Papin; while the dancefloor will surely fire up as she joins Streetboys’ Jhong Hilario and Danilo Barrios, and Maneuvers’ Jason Zamora and Jon Supan in hitting the 90′s dance craze.

Meanwhile, watch out for Sarah’s first ever ‘ukay-ukay’ experience in her segment ‘Sige Go!’ Together with Sarah in the upcoming episode are her resident dance royalty Gab Valenciano, musical director Louie Ocampo, choreographer Georcelle Dapat-Sy, G-Force, and director Erick Salud. Don’t miss the trending and top Sunday primetime show of ABS-CBN, “Sarah G. Live,” 8:15pm, after “Rated K.” 

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Text and photo by ABS-CBN

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"It's Showtime" Premieres on Monday, February 6 at 11:30 AM

The ‘madlang people’ are all in for the most exciting treat of their lives as ABS-CBN brings unparalleled fun, amusing games and loads of exciting prizes via its newest and much-anticipated noontime show “It’s Showtime” beginning Monday (Feb 6).

ABS-CBN Newest Noontime Show: "IT'S Showtime!"

Early today, ABS-CBN released their official statement regarding the newest Kapamilya noontime show which will replace Happy Yipee Yehey. Here is their official statement.