MMFF 2013 Awards Night – List of Winners

The 39th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF 2013) Awards Night (Gabi ng Parangal) happened December 27 at the Meralco Theater in Pasig City. The event was hosted by Kris Aquino and KC Concepcion.

The movie 10,000 Hours starring Robin Padilla emerged as the biggest winner of this year's MMFF with a total of 14 awards across categories, including Best Picture, Best Actor for Robin Padilla and Best Director for Bb. Joyce Bernal. Maricel Soriano won Best Actress for Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy while Pen Medina and Aiza Seguerra bagged the Best Supporting Actor and Best Supporting Actress awards, respectively.

Here are the winners of the 39th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF 2013):

Best Actress – Maricel Soriano (Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy)
Best Actor – Robin Padilla (10,000 Hours)
Best Picture – 10,000 Hours
2nd Best Picture – Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy
3rd Best Picture – My Little Bossings
Best Supporting Actress – Aiza Seguerra (My Little Bossings)
Best Supporting Actor – Pen Medina (10,000 Hours)
Best Director – Joyce Bernal (10,000 Hours)

Best Screenplay – Ryllah Epifania Berica and Keiko Aquino (10,000 Hours)
Best Original Story  – Neil Arce, Peter Serrano, Bela Padilla, Dos Quizon (10,000 Hours)
Best Cinematography – Marissa Floirendo and Gilberto Vistan (10,000 Hours)
Best Editor – Marya Ignacio (10,000 Hours)

Best Make-up – Leslie Lucero and Mountain Rock Productions (Pagpag)

Best Original Theme Song – My Little Bossings by Jan K. Ilacad

Best Production Design – Joey Luna (10,000 Hours)

Best Visual Effects – Central Digital (10,000 Hours)

Best Musical Score – Teresa Barrozo (10,000 Hours)

Best Sound Engineer – Emmanuel Clemente (10,000 Hours)
Best Child Performer – Ryzza Mae Dizon (My Little Bossings)

Best Festival Float – Boy Golden

Youth Choice Award – Pagpag

FPJ Memorial Award of Excellence – 10,000 Hours
Gatpuno Villegas Cultural Award – 10,000 Hours
Most Gender-sensitive Film (Mainstream) – Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy

New Wave Full Length Category

Best Picture – Dukit 

Best Director – Armando Lao (Dukit)

Best Actress – Agot Isidro (Mga Anino ng Kahapon)

Best Actors – Wilfredo Layug, Bambalito Lacap, and Bor Ocampo (Dukit)

Special Jury Prize – Mga Anino ng Kahapon
Most Gender-sensitive Film  (New Wave Full Feature) – Island Dreams

New Wave Student Short Film Category

Best Picture – Ang Paglisan (De La Salle Lipa)
Special Jury Prize – No Filter by Luigi Rosario

Most Gender-sensitive Film (New Wave Student Short Film) – Hintayin Mo sa Sequence 24 by Jezreel Reyes (FEU)

New Wave Animation Category

Best Picture – Kaleh and Mbaki by Dennis Sebastian

Special Jury Prize – Ang Lalong ni Kulakog by Omar Aguilar

Special Awards
Special Recognition Award – Ronnie Ricketts (Chairman, Optical Media Board)
Male Star of the Night – Daniel Padilla
Female Star of the Night – Eugene Domingo

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MMFF 2013 Awards Night: Vice Ganda, KC Concepcion Favored to Win Best Actor and Actress

The 39th Metro Manila Film Festival Gabi ng Parangal (MMFF 2013 awards night) will happen Friday, December 27 at the Meralco Theater in Pasig City. Eight films will be vying for the coveted awards.

KC Concepcion was among the favorites to win the Best Actress trophy for her daring role as a femme fatale in Boy Golden: The Arturo Porcuna Story requiring her to do action and sexy scenes.

Update: MMFF 2013 Awards Night – List of Winners

KC will be in a tight battle against Diamond star Maricel Soriano as the mother of a quadruplets with different genders in Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy and Eugene Domingo as the twins Kimmy and Dora in the prequel of the successful Kimmy Dora series.

Aside from these three, Aiza Seguerra of My Little Bossings and Kathryn Bernardo of Pagpag are also considered for the award.

Meanwhile, Vice Ganda's exemplary performance as a girl, boy, gay and lesbian in the movie Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy made him a strong contender for the Best Actor award. Vice will be up against Gov. ER Ejercito of Boy Golden, Robin Padilla of 10,000 Hours and Rocco Nacino of Pedro Calungsod: Batang Martir.

Vic Sotto of My Little Bossings and Sef Cadayona of Kaleidoscope World could also do well and score an upset over the favorite Best Actor contenders above.

The MMFF Awards night is a huge factor in boosting ticket sales for movies announced as winners, especially the Best Picture. However, this is not usually the case as viewers tend to watch the movie which they feel will give them great comfort.

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Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy Full Trailer

Check out the full trailer of the 39th MMFF 2013 official entry Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy starring Vice Ganda in four titular roles. The movie is co-produced by Star Cinema and Viva Films (Check out the offical movie poster here).

From the makers of the highest-grossing Filipino film of all time, here comes another hilarious movie that will surely rule box office this Christmas season. Hailed by box office director Wenn V. Deramas, Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy is one family comedy movie you shouldn't miss.

Also starring Diamond star Maricel Soriano and Joey Marquez with Xyriel Manabat, JM Ibanez, Kiray Celis, Rhed Bustamante, Cristine Reyes, JC de Vera, Ejay Falcon and Ruffa Gutierrez, Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy opens in cinemas December 25. Watch the full trailer below.

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Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy Official Movie Poster | MMFF 2013

Star Cinema has released the official poster for the movie Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy topbilled by Vice Ganda. The movie is an official entry to the 2013 Metro Manila Film Festival opening Christmas Day. WATCH THE FULL TRAILER

Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy shows what happens when quadruplets of both sexes and different sexual orientations are reunited after being separated at birth. Directed by Wenn V. Deramas, the movie is a co-production between ABS-CBN's Star Cinema and Viva Films.

Also starring Maricel Soriano and Joey Marquez with Xyriel Manabat, JM Ibanez, Kiray Celis, Cristine Reyes, JC de Vera, Ejay Falcon and Ruffa Gutierrez completing the cast, Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy is expected to hit it big time in the annual festival.

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Daniel Padilla and Charice Face Off in ASAP 18 (September 15)

The world-class concert stage of “ASAP 18” will transform into a glittering fashion runway this Sunday (September 15) after it was awarded with the ‘Style Tribute Award’ in the 2nd Star Studio Celebrity Style Awards. Watch out for the inimitable style of the biggest Kapamilya stars on the ramp to be led by Anne Curtis.

Witness the greatness of Filipino talent as international singing sensation Charice launches her latest album titled ‘Chapter 10;’ and as Teen King and “Got to Believe” lead star Daniel Padilla treats his fans with a ‘magical’ surprise.

Fun and laughter are set to fill the small screens with the special visit of “Momzillas” cast members Eugene Domingo, Billy Crawford, Andi, Eigenmann, and Maricel Soriano; and the birthday bash for Erich Gonzales and Aiza Seguerra together with the ASAP Sessionistas.

Meanwhile, watch out for the never-fading musical talent of 80’s band Neocolours as they celebrate their 25th anniversary with ASAP mainstays Martin Nievera, ZsaZsa Padilla, Vina Morales, and Gary Valenciano.

Get ready for the cheerdance-inspired number of Kapamilya teen stars Kathryn Bernardo, Ella Cruz, Sharlene San Pedro, Jane Oineza, Khalil Ramos, Nash Aguas, and Sam Concepcion; followed by the sizzling showdown of Maja Salvador, Shaina Magdayao, Iya Villania, Nikki Gil, Bangs Garcia, and Jessy Mendiola with models Daniel Matsunaga, Sam Adjani, Vince Ferraren, and Hideo Muraoka.

Prepare to be blown away with the hair-raising vocal act of Bamboo, Piolo Pascual, Erik Santos, Jed Madela, Jericho Rosales, Angeline Quinto, and Yeng Constantino; the must-see collaboration of Joey Albert, Marcelito Pomoy, and Jovit Baldivino; and the special acoustic treat of Sam Milby and Zia Quizon together with former “The Voice of the Philippines” artists Daryl Shy and Maki Ricafort.

Celebrate the world-class talent and remarkable fashion style of Filipinos this Sunday in the country’s longest-running, award-winning variety show, “ASAP 18,” 12 noon, on ABS-CBN.

For those who want to purchase the ASAP official merchandise, just go to the ABS-CBN Store located at the ground floor of the ELJ building, or visit abscbnstore.shopinas.com and My Regalo.com.

For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAP Chill-Out, visit http://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 #ASAPTransform.

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Momzillas Full Trailer | Maricel Soriano and Eugene Domingo Movie Under Star Cinema and Viva Films

Check out the full trailer of Star Cinema and Viva Films' Momzillas starring Diamond star Maricel Soriano and "rough" Diamond star Eugene Domingo. Formerly titled Oh My Mamma Mia, the movie is still part of Star Cinema's 20th anniversary presentation.

The hilarious comedy movie also stars Billy Crawford and Andi Eigenmann together with Candy Pangilinan, DIvina Valencia, Joey Paras and a lot more. Directed by box office director Wenn V. Deramas, Momzillas opens in theaters this September 18.

Watch the full trailer of Momzillas below.

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Gerald Anderson Covers Inside Showbiz Magazine March 2013 Issue

Gerald Anderson is on the cover of Inside Showbiz magazine March 2013 issue. The award-winning actor is tagged as 'King of Controversy' in the cover line with his name being involved in several issues recently.

Inside Showbiz March issue will tackle Gerald Anderson's lady troubles—from Maja Salvador to Maricel Soriano and his controversial love triangles.

Aside from Gerald Anderson, Inside Showbiz will also feature Daniel Padilla’s injury at the Princess and I championship game, newest on Bela Padilla and Yeng Constantino, the 'kikay' barkada of DJs Chico, Delamar and Gino, Yexel Sebastian and his toy collection and Moi Bien, who is no longer just a Piolo Pascual P.A.

Grab your copy of Inside Showbiz March 2013 issue with Gerald Anderson on the cover, now available in stands nationwide for only P100.

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YES! Magazine March 2013 Issue Probes Maja-Kim, Gerald-Maricel Controversy

YES! Magazine will be getting the real story behind the hottest showbiz news in its March 2013 issue.

On the cover is Pauleen Luna who will share her family’s new Quezon City home. The Eat Bulaga co-host also talks for the first time about her relationship with Vic Sotto—the traits that she likes about him, the simple joys that they share, and the battles that she has had for loving Bossing.

Meanwhile, YES! magazine will also report on the rumored feud between former best friends Kim Chiu and Maja Salvador as well as the "shouting incident" that happened between Gerald Anderson and Maricel Soriano.

YES! also weighs in on the recent Sunshine Cruz-Cesar Montano controversy which also involved upcoming actress Krista Miller. Discover the story behind Sunshine’s online outburst straight form her manager Alfie Lorenzo.

Don't miss this YES! Magazine issue, out now in stands nationwide for only P100.

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Vice Ganda Replaces John Lapus in 'Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy' Movie with Maricel Soriano

The upcoming movie Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy which stars Vice Ganda, Maricel Soriano and Gabby Concepcion was initially made for John 'Sweet' Lapus as his launching solo movie. However, he was replaced by Vice Ganda in the said film.

John Lapus confirmed in his PEP interview that Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy is supposedly his launching movie which was already planned right after the box office success of their film Moron 5 and the Crying Lady.

"The concept is from my fairy godmother, screenwriter Mel del Rosario. Galing ito sa napanood ni Mother Mel na pagpapalit ko ng character sa Moron 5 And The Crying Lady at sa Here Comes The Bride. So, sa tanong kung sa akin ba talaga ang project na Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy—yes, para sa akin talaga ‘yon."

But why did Vice Ganda replace him in the project?

Sweet told PEP.ph that he and Star Magic asked Viva Films if he could do an in-depth preparation for the role since they wanted his launching movie to be perfect. Direk Wenn, the movie's director also wanted Sweet to lose some weight and Viva agreed to the conditions.

It was Direk Wenn Deramas, according to Sweet who changes his mind and offered Vice the role. The reason is that the director already needed to shoot for the film since he had already finished taping for the teleserye Kahit Puso'y Masugatan. Direk Wenn, in all fairness asked his permission to give Vice the role.

Since Sweet is not physically and mentally prepared for the role, and his schedule did not permit him to do the movie, he had no choice but wait for a new concept for his launching film which will start rolling right after the KathNiel film in March where he is also a part. Sweet is also currently doing Kahit Konting Pagtingin.

Sweet admitted that he felt sad at first but he realized that if a project is not meant for you, it will not prosper. Viva, according to him, is now planning for a new concept for his launching movie.

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Dawn Zulueta Replaces Maricel Soriano in 'Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin'

ABS-CBN and Dreamscape Entertainment Television officially announced on Monday (January 28) that award-winning actress Dawn Zulueta will complete the cast of the much-awaited Kapamilya primetime drama series “Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin.” 

Dawn Zulueta replaced Maricel Soriano from the series. Maricel was removed from “Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin”  due to an alleged shouting incident which involved her and Gerald Anderson, the series' main lead (read related article here).

Ever since the controversial booting of Maricel from the show, Dawn's name has always been popping out as possible replacement for Marya. Dawn, in her The Buzz interview prior to the official announcement said she has been given the script already but they are still in the talks about the show. According to her, there's a high possibility that she will accept the role.

Dawn is set to join a powerhouse cast composed of Gerald Anderson, Cristine Reyes, Dina Bonnevie, Tonton Gutierrez, Diana Zubiri and Rayver Cruz. Directed by Jerome Pobocan and Trina Dayrit, “Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin” will soon air on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida.

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Vice Ganda, Maricel Soriano Movie in the Works

If Marian Rivera and Ai Ai Delas Alas collaborated for a movie, then phenomenal box office star Vice Ganda and Diamond Star Maricel Soriano will also be uniting in the big screen soon for another unkabogable comedy movie.

In an interview with the Philippine Entertainment Portal, box office director Wenn Deramas confirmed that the movie will push through despite Maricel's alleged tiff with Gerald Anderson and the actress' removal from   the teleserye Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin.

"Kasi ako, base ito sa napag-usapan namin kagabi, she even asked me kung, 'Bibitawan mo na rin ba ako?' Sabi ko, 'Of course not,'" Direk Wenn was quoted as saying by Pep.ph after his recent dinner meeting with Maricel to discuss the movie.

The movie will be a co-production of Star Cinema and Viva Films and will start shooting this February 2013. 

The Vice Ganda-Maricel Soriano movie has a working title of Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy in which Vice Ganda will be portraying four characters. Maricel, according to the director will be playing Vice's mother. Actor Gabby Concepcion will also be part of the film.

The said movie will be another dream come true for Vice Ganda as he mentioned in an interview that he wanted to be slapped in a movie by the 'Taray Queen' and surely, it will happen this time. 

Are you excited to see Vice Ganda and Maricel Soriano in a comedy movie? Do you think the movie will also level to the box office success of the previous Vice Ganda-Wenn Deramas movies?

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Maricel Soriano, Gerald Anderson Feud Leads to Maricel's Removal from 'Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin'

ABS-CBN has released an official statement regarding the "unfortunate incident" that happened between Maricel Soriano and Gerald Anderson during the first taping day of the teleserye Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin.

According to reports, Maricel Soriano allegedly shout at Gerald Anderson dismayed by the latter's 'bad acting' which causes the delay of taping. The reports also added that Gerald apologized to Maricel after the incident but the 'Taray Queen' allegedly walked-out. Gerald, according to reports was also seen crying in one corner after the incident.

ABS-CBN and Maricel's camp decided to remove the actress from the series, as indicated in the press statement released via ts Corporate Communications' head, Bong Osorio.

"Due to the unfortunate incident between Gerald Anderson and Maricel Soriano that transpired on the first taping day of “Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin,” the ABS-CBN management and the management of Maricel Soriano have agreed that Maricel will no longer be part of the cast. The teleserye starring Gerald Anderson will proceed as scheduled," the statement said.

Star Magic, Gerald's management company also released a statement in defense of the actor. The talent center, according to the press release "has the utmost confidence not only in Gerald Anderson’s exceptional ability as an actor, but also in his unassailable personal character and professional behavior" and that "the incidents that led to the removal of Maricel from Gerald’s latest telenovela were not provoked or instigated by Gerald in any manner."

Reports are now pointing to Dawn Zulueta as the possible replacement of Maricel in the series which also stars Cristine Reyes, Tonton Gutierrez, Dina Bonnevie and Diana Zubiri.

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First Look: Gerald Anderson and Cristine Reyes in 'Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin'

Action-drama prince Gerald Anderson and sexy goddess Cristine Reyes will topbill ABS-CBN's upcoming teleserye Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin. 

Cristine Reyes and Gerald Anderson emote as their characters in Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin 

The cast of the said teleserye which includes Diamond star Maricel Soriano, Dina Bonnevie, Tonton Gutierrez, Rayver Cruz and new Kapamilya Diana Zubiri recently had their pictorial and the main leads shared a bit about their characters.

In Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin, Gerald Anderson and Cristine Reyes will portray childhood friends who vow to end up together. In the Kapamilya soap, childhood friends Amanda (Cristine) and Miguel (Gerald) temporarily part as she leaves to stay in another country.

When she gets back, as part of their promise, the two became lovers. But their sweet reunion is cut short when Miguel lands behind bars. This motivates Amanda to pursue her dream of becoming a lawyer, in the hope of helping free the man she loves.

According to Cristine, 'Bukas' will feature a not so typical love story as there are many involved. She also said that her role in the series is very challenging.

One of this year's most-awaited teleseryes, Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin will premiere second quarter of 2013 on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida.

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Maricel Soriano Stars With Gerald Anderson and Cristine Reyes in 'Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin'

Diamond star Maricel Soriano is back to the Kapamilya network and is set to star on ABS-CBN's upcoming  primetime teleserye Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin topbilled by Gerald Anderson and Cristine Reyes.

In an interview with ABS-CBN News, Maricel Soriano admitted that she missed being with ABS-CBN and acting on television. The Diamond Star said she's also thrilled to be be working with young stars Gerald Anderson and Cristine Reyes on the upcoming series.

"Magandang project kasi. 'Yun ang pinag-usapan namin na gagawin ko so tapos na 'yung bakasyon ko. Nae-excite ako kasi isang (pagkakataon) ito na makakatrabaho ko ang mga young ones na alam ko ay mahuhusay sila," said Maria, as the Diamond Star is fondly called.

Maricel is also excited to be reunited with showbiz friends Tonton Gutierrez and Dina Bonnevie who will also be part of the series.

"Nae-excite ako at makakatrabaho ko ulit si Tonton at saka si Dina. Siyempre excited ako kasi matagal na kaming hindi nakakapagtrabaho. 'Yung huli namin ang tagal na kaya balik tambalan ulit," she said.

Aside from Gerald, Cristine, Tonton, Dina and Maricel, Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin also stars new kapamilya Diana Zubiri and Cristine's boyfriend, Rayver Cruz.

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Claudine Barretto to Transfer to TV-5? Set for a Kapatid TV Comeback

Claudine Barretto is said to be transferring to the Kapatid network. The controversial actress will be back to work after the NAIA brawl not in GMA-7 but in TV-5.

In an article published August 12 in Pilipino Star Ngayon, Claudine Barretto is said to has started shooting for TV-5's  Untold Stories together with Jay Manalo. According to the article, Claudine's contract with the Kapuso network has expired and there's no conflict with her appearance in the Kapatid network or whether she will jump ship to TV-5 soon.

There are rumors that Claudine Barretto might be transferring to TV-5 after reports claiming that she was not happy anymore with the Kapuso network surfaced. Claudine also expressed interest to return to ABS-CBN where she became a big star but rumor has it that the Kapamilya network is not anymore interested with the former Star Magic queen (read story here).

With that, Claudine Barretto's camp might be thinking of a new chance in the country's third largest TV network, TV-5. There are speculations that a Claudine and Diamond Star Maricel Soriano project will push through if she decided to ink a deal with TV-5 and become a Kapatid. 

The thing now is will Claudine be interested to join the same network as the Tulfo Brothers who they have a rift with? What do you think?

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