Angel Locsin Named Most Tweeted Celebrity; Vice Ganda, Twitter Influencer of the Year

It's Showtime and Gandang Gabi Vice host Vice Ganda leads this year’s list of top Twitter “influencers” in the Philippines according to the list released by the popular microblogging site.

Vice Ganda was named 2013 Twitter Influencer of the Year in the Philippines for garnering millions of "retweets," which "clearly showed his presence" on Twitter.

Actress Angel Locsin was named most tweeted celebrity, while It’s Showtime and Be Careful With My Heart were named hottest variety show and TV soap on Twitter, respectively.

The most tweeted movie of the year was Sisterakas which also stars Vice Ganda along with Kris Aquino and comedy queen Ai Ai Delas Alas. The said movie was also the highest-grossing film of all time in the Philippines. 

Meanwhile ABS-CBN’s Sagip Kapamilya was the most talked about social responsibility campaign on Twitter. Other top local influencers in their respective categories include:

• Anne Curtis, actress (entertainment)
• Kim “Kuya Kim” Atienza, weatherman and TV host (science)
• Karen Davila, news anchor (media)
• President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III (politics/government)
• Aly Borromeo, football player (sports)
• Ogie Alcasid, singer (music) 
• Rommel Feria, professor (tech) 
• Jim Paredes, singer (advocate)
• Georgina Wilson, model (lifestyle)
• Rajo Laurel, designer (fashion)
• It’s a Teen Thing, journal (inspirational)

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Ogie Alcasid Transfers to TV-5 | Will Wife Regine Velasquez Follow Suit and Leave GMA Network?

Comedian and singer-songwriter Ogie Alcasid is leaving GMA-7, his home for 18 years, to transfer the country's number 3 network TV-5, entertainment website PEP.ph reported on Wednesday.

According to the report, Ogie Alcasid met with GMA Network executives last week to tell them his decision of switching networks. Ogie said that the conversation went well and that GMA-7 big boss Felipe Gozon appreciated his honesty.

Meanwhile, GMA Network has released its official statement regarding Ogie Alcasid's transfer to TV-5. The statement reads:

"As Ogie Alcasid moves on to explore new grounds, GMA Network, his home for almost two decades, wishes him all the best. We thank him for being a part of the Network's success all these years.

"His achievements as a singer, songwriter, comedian, host and actor make Ogie the icon that he is now. And the Kapuso Network is proud to have been with him throughout this journey."

Even without prior confirmation on Ogie's decision, rumors abound said that his wife Regine Velasquez will follow him in the Kapatid network once her contract with GMA-7 expires. The Asia's songbird, however, denied speculations that she will transfer while defending Ogie from bashers.

"At sino ba kasi ang nagsabi na lilipat ako ha may alam ka ba na hindi ko alam?? nakausap mo ba si MVP o si mr Gozon o si Gabby Lopez kaya?? Nakita nyo ba ako sa tv na nagsabing i'm moving??," Regine answered the basher who keeps on saying that Ogie caused Regine's downfall.

It is not clear yet what projects await Ogie in the Kapatid network but certain talks claimed that he might be one of the hosts in a new TV-5 noontime show which will replace Wowowillie after Willie's show bids goodbye this October.

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My Super Kap of Bong Revilla, Toni Gonzaga and Ai Ai Delas Alas Out of MMFF 2013

Senator Bong Revilla backed out in the 2013 Metro Manila Film Festival, MMDA chairman Francis Tolentino confirmed on Wednesday.

Senator Bong's 2013 MMFF entry, My Super Kap is supposed to feature him with Toni Gonzaga, Ai Ai Delas Alas and Ogie Alcasid. The movie is set to go head-to-head with movies topbilled by big stars and MMFF box office royalties like Vic Sotto, Kris Aquino, Vice Ganda. CLICK HERE to see the official entries to the 2013 MMFF.

According to a report by Mario Dumaual on TV Patrol, Senator Bong pulled out out from the list of entries for this year's festival because special effects will be meticulously handled and will need more time, so the production team is unable to meet the deadline set by the organizers.

The conflicting schedules of two of his cast members Toni Gonzaga and Ai-Ai delas Alas was also cited as the cause of the delay of the project. Toni is now shooting for her first ever team up with Piolo Pascual and is also busy with other hosting stints while Ai Ai also has other projects in line, including her movie with Marian Rivera.

There are rumors that there's also a supposed feud about the billing of their names in the poster, the reason the senator decided to cancel the project for next year.

MMDA Chairman Francis Tolentino said that the MMFF 2013 organizing committee is confident that they can find a good replacement for the movie that will also bring happiness to moviegoers come Christmas season.

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'Raketeros' Full Trailer Released | Opens in Cinemas August 7

Star Cinema has released the full trailer of Raketeros, an upcoming comedy movie starring Herbert Bautista, Ogie Alcasid, Dennis Padilla, Andrew E. and Long Mejia. 

The movie, which will be released through Star Cinema, is directed by Randy Santiago and produced by Heaven's Best Entertainment of Harlene Bautista.

Also starring Joey Marquez, Mark Gil, Tippy Dos Santos, Eula Caballero, Rodjun Cruz, RR Enriquez, Wendy Valdez, Sam Pinto, Markki Stroem, Regine Angeles, Ryan Bang, Yachang, and PBB Teens Karen Reyes and Ryan Boyce, Raketeros opens in cinemas August 7, 2013.

Watch the full trailer of Raketeros below:

Raketeros movie plot:

Raketeros recounts the hilarious misadventures of a group of middle aged men, tasked by Don Miguel, their high school batch mate, to fetch an expensive gown from the airport and then take it to Batangas, where it will be worn by his daughter, Juicy, at her debut. Berto, the cable guy (Herbert Bautista), Mando, the billiards player (Dennis Padilla), Julio, the singer (Ogie Alcasid), and Andoy, the priest (Andrew E) experience a series of comical adventures in accomplishing their seemingly simple mission, culminating in an action-filled pursuit by a criminal syndicate. At one point during the car chase, when everything seemed lost, the four buddies revealed intimate truths about themselves, further strengthening their bond of friendship. They managed to survive by the skin of their teeth and take the bullet-ridden gown to Don Miguel's mansion, where it somehow turned out to be the marvel of the event.

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Sunday All Stars: Same Artists, Different Format, One Sunday Entertainment

The Kapuso network will air soon the replacement of Party Pilipinas, the defunct Sunday musical variety show of GMA-7. Titled Sunday All Stars, the show promised an all-out fun Sunday afternoon for the whole family.

According to reports and press releases, Sunday All Stars will infuse a new level of noontime TV experience with music and games. Every week, there will also be a showdown of 4 celebrity teams headed by Christian Bautista, Mark Bautista, Jolina Magdangal and Jennylyn Mercado.

SOP and Party Pilipinas mainstays Ogie Alcasid, Regine Velasquez, Jaya and Janno Gibbs will also be part of Sunday All Stars together with younger generations of Kapuso stars including Heart Evangelista, Lovi Poe, Carla Abellana, Rachelle Ann Go, Julie Anne San Jose, Elmo Magalona, Alden Richards, Glaiza de Castro and a lot more.

In previous reports after Party Pilipinas was axed, it was revealed that 50% of the defunct's show cast members will be part of its replacement and it's not surprising to see the ones above in the new show. After all, they were the stars referred to in the title Sunday All Stars.

Directed by Rommel Gacho, Sunday All Stars "will definitely bring fun and excitement every Sunday afternoon through its world-class performers, ground-breaking concepts, and inventive production numbers this June," said a press release.

On its Facebook page, it was indicated that Sunday All Stars will go head-to-head with longest-running Sunday musical variety show ASAP 18 starting June 16. Can the tested formula of celebrity competitions with loud numbers and extravagant production value save GMA-7's Sunday noontime?

We'll just see on the 16th.

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Daniel Padilla, Julie Anne San Jose, Yeng Constantino and Abra Named OPM Young Ambassadors

The Organisasyon ng Pilipinong Mang-aawit (OPM) has tapped Daniel Padilla, Julie Anne San Jose, Yeng Constantino and rapper Abra (Raymond Abracosa) as their newest "junior ambassadors" in promoting local music to the youth.

Expected to assist OPM in its promoting activities, these four young artists were chosen not only with their huge fan bases but also because of their accomplishments at this stage in their respective careers.

Yeng Constantino, the oldest of the four at 24 is the very first champion of Pinoy Dream Academy and has released several successful albums and has composed hit OPM songs. Just recently, she was named as music ambassador of Singapore's Academy of Rock.

Daniel Padilla has also released two platinum records and topbilled a sold-out major concert at the Araneta Coliseum last April 30. Another young singer who's very successful in her career is Julie Anne San Jose. The Kapuso artist's debut album recently reached quadruple platinum and her fans' presence in the social media circle is totally undeniable.

Meanwhile, rapper Abra created waves with his music and lyricism. His hit music video Gayuma has already reached more than 22 million views in YouTube and his recent single Ilusyon is also taking off.

OPM President Ogie Alcasid said that the local music scene needs the help of these artist to encourage the youth and make them identify with OPM in this age that foreign music (especially Korean songs) are taking over.

"We’re trying our best to push original Filipino music forward, and we recognize the importance of reaching out to the youth. We want to build a strong connection with them. We appreciate the fact that they [Daniel, Julie Anne, Yeng and Abra] willingly gave us their endorsement. We need their help," Ogie Alcasid told Inquirer in a phone interview on Tuesday.

Daniel Padilla, Abra, Julie Anne San Jose and Yeng Constantino will be formally awarded the OPM junior ambassador title on June 7 at the Pagcor Grand Theater.

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Party Pilipinas Bids Goodbye, To Air Finale Episode on May 19

GMA-7's Sunday musical variety show Party Pilipinas will soon go off air. The three-year Sunday show will finally bid goodbye this May 19. The news came out after the Kapuso network cancelled another Sunday show H.O.T TV (Hindi Ordinaryong Tsismis).

The end of Party Pilipinas was confirmed by Lilybeth Rasonable, GMA Network's OIC for Entertainment TV. In a statement sent to PEP, Ms. Rasonable talked of a new musical variety show that will replace Party Pilipinas in an attempt to boost GMA-7's Sunday noontime offering.

The statement reads:

"In a few weeks, there will be exciting changes in the Sunday noontime offering of GMA. The new musical variety show will have more fun and thrilling elements that viewers must definitely watch out for, still with the biggest and brightest Kapuso stars. More information on the show will be announced soon."

Performers of the show took to Twitter expressing their gratitude to those who supported the show on its three-year run. 

"Sa lahat ng sumuporta sa Amin sa partypilipinas, salamat! It has been an awesome 3 years. We will never forget you. We love you," Ogie Alcasid posted on his official Twitter account. 

"Thank you for supporting Party Pilipinas next week will be our last! Thanks so much for ur love and until next time:-)," Jaya said on Twitter confirming that May 19 will be their last episode, which is said to have the title Party Pilipinas Take A Bow.

Rumor has it that there became an unhealthy competition between the two teams in the show, involving the directors. However, one possible reason for Party Pilipinas' demise is very much like what happened on its predecessor SOP going off air after being consistently beaten by rival ASAP of ABS-CBN.

There has been reports that Level Up will be replacing Party Pilipinas as the new Kapuso Sunday noontime variety show but nothing has been finalized yet.

Well, what will happen now to Christian Bautista who just transferred to the Kapuso network and went on to perform in Party Pilipinas? He may be joining the replacement but surely, GMA-7 has a teleserye for him. As for the other performers of the show, let's just wish them luck on their every endeavor.

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Ogie Alcasid Launches 25th Anniversary Album 'The Songwriter and The Hitmakers'

In celebration of his 25 years into the business, singer-actor and songwriter Ogie Alcasid has released his most ambitious project, an 18-track album titled "The Songwriter And The Hitmakers."

The album gathers all the biggest singing and recording artists in the country to breathe life to Ogie’s compositions, including both his biggest hits and new songs. Gary Valenciano, Regine Velasquez, Martin Nievera, Piolo Pascual, Christian Bautista, Sarah Geronimo, Arnel Pineda, Angeline Quinto, Noel Cabangon, Richard Poon, Jed Madela, Kuh Ledesma, Rachelle Ann Go, Kyla, Jay-R and Jaya are part of the album.

Ogie Alcasid said his guests artists in the CD are really close to his heart.

"Lahat kasi 'yan kaibigan ko and at the same time gusto din sila ng Universal Records. Malaking bagay din na parte sila ng Universal Records. Kaya ako I'm really happy na I became part of the album kasi 'yung soul ng album ay nandoon sa pag-interpret nila," Alcasid said.

“Gathering all these friends in one project gives me pure joy, and I would like to thank all of them for being a part of this milestone project,” adds Ogie. “I hope everyone will enjoy this 25th anniversary offering.”

The CD features 18 tracks including "Sino Ako (Regine Velasquez)," "Kailangan Kita (Gary Valenciano)," "Pangako (Martin Nievera)," "Walang Iba (Kuh Ledesma)," "Tanging Ikaw Lamang (Sarah Geronimo)," "Ikaw Lamang (Christian Bautista)," "Kailangan Lo'y Ikaw" (Arnel Pineda), "Pangarap Ko Ang Ibigin Ka (Angeline Quinto)" and Ogie's duet with wife Regine, "Tayong Dalawa."

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Angelica Panganiban and John Lloyd Cruz Cover YES! Magazine November 2012 Issue

Angelica Panganiban and John Lloyd Cruz are on the cover of YES! Magazine's November 2012 issue together with Ogie Alcasid, Regine Velasquez-Alcasid and their son Baby Nate Alcasid.

YES! November 2012 issue reveals what they know about the relationship of Angelica and John Lloyd. Just recently, Angelica's director in Madaling Araw, Mahabang Gabi broke the news that the two were together for four months already.

Meanwhile, music's royal couple Ogie and Regine allow the public a rare peek into their home to share their experience as parents to a new bundle of joy. YES also had exclusive Singapore vacation photos where Nate meets sisters Sara and Leila for the first time!

MVP also welcomes YES! to his private mountain retreat in Hong Kong and to his stunning office in that city's central business district.

Other features inside YES! November issue:

Bravo! - Derrick Monasterio

Now Showing - 24/7 In Love

Hurray! - Jodi Sta. Maria

Indie Films - Mohammad Abdullah • Pedro Calungsod: Batang Martir

Travels - Sarah Lahbati

Beauty - Bea ALonzo

YES! November 2012 issue is available at your favorite stands for only P100. Grab your copy now!

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I Do Bidoo Bidoo Cinema Trailer Released!

The cinematic trailer for the upcoming musical comedy movie I Do Bidoo Bidoo has been released. The said movie features the hit songs of OPM legend APO Hiking Society.

Starring Gary Valenciano, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Eugene Domingo, Ogie Alcasid, Sam Concepcion and introducing Tippy Dos Santos, I Do Bidoo Bidoo will hit theaters this August 29.

I Do Bidoo Bidoo tells the story of young lovers who are about to get married but are torn by their families’ differences. It's the Polotans versus the Fuentebellas in this uniquely feel-good film packed with singing and dancing (read more about the plot here).

Also starring Neil Coleta, Frenchie Dy, Sweet Plantado, Jaime Fabregas, Kiray Celis and Gerald Pesigan, I Do Bidoo Bidoo is directed by the Chris Martinez under Unitel Pictures and Studio 5.

Watch the I Do Bidoo Bidoo cinema trailer below:

More I Do Bidoo Bidoo publicity photos below:

Photos courtesy of I Do Bidoo Bidoo Facebook
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OPM Icons Unite in Historic One-Night Concert at SM Arena this June 16

The biggest names in the Philippine music industry come together in a once-in-a-lifetime one-night grand concert titled “Icons at the Arena: Masters of OPM” to celebrate the greatness and ingenuity of Original Pilipino Music (OPM).

World-class concert artists from various generations take part in the show including Lea Salonga, Gary Valenciano, Martin Nievera, Jose Mari Chan, ZsaZsa Padilla, Ogie Alcasid, Regine Velasquez, Basil Valdez, Freddie Aguilar, Christian Bautista, Erik Santos, Juris, Jed Madela, Piolo Pascual, Bamboo, Arnel Pineda, and the singing group, The Company.

Hosted by Jim Paredes and Pops Fernandez, “Icons at the Arena: Masters of OPM” will also be graced by comic TV personalities Pokwang, Jose Manalo, and Wally Bayola, Staged ABS-CBN’s Star Events, this will be held on June 16 (Saturday), 8pm at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, with Johnny Manahan as director, and Ryan Cayabyab as musical director. 

TICKET DETAILS: PATRON VIP – Php 4,670 (Reserved Seats) PATRON – Php 4,160 (Reserved Seats) LOWER BOX – Php 2,640 (Reserved Seats) UPPER BOX – Php 1,630 (Reserved Seats) GENERAL ADMISSION – Php 610 (Free Seating)

For ticket inquiries, call 470-2222 or log on to www.smtickets.com. For more information, visit Star Record’s official fan page at www.facebook.com/starrecordsphil or follow @starrecordsph on Twitter.

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Sam Concepcion and Tippy Dos Santos Kiss for A Movie

Actor-singer Sam Concepcion had his very first big screen kissing scene with Tippy Dos Santos for the upcoming musical film, I Do Bidoo Bidoo. Tippy and Sam are long-time friends and theater colleagues, working together in several musicals including the much celebrated Peter Pan where Sam played the title role and Tippy played Wendy.

Sam revealed in his Push.com.ph interview that there is the feeling of awkwardness when he and Tippy did the kissing scenes for the movie. Since he and Tippy had known each other for a long time, the first on-screen kiss would feel different even though they are very close friends.

In the movie, Tippy will get impregnated by Sam at the age of 21, the jumping point in the story. Since Tippy came from a well off family and Sam from a middle class one, the struggles between the two different families will keep the vibe of the musical film.

Sam and Tippy will work with big actors/singers like Eugene Domingo, Ogie Alcasid, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Gary Valenciano in I Do Bidoo Bidoo. The film is a sort of a tribute to APO Hiking Society since all the songs that will be used are APO songs.

I Do Bidoo Bidoo is directed by award-winning writer/director, Chris Martinez under Straight Shooters Media.


Photo courtesy of Sam Concepcion

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'Sa Kanya' By Piolo Pascual Music Video (Dahil Sa Pag-ibig)

Here is the music video for ABS-CBN’s newest primetime teleserye, Dahil Sa Pag-ibig featuring the song 'Sa Kanya' performed by Piolo Pascual. The new drama series had its successful premiere last night, March 12. The song 'Sa Kanya' was an original of singer-songwriter, Ogie Alcasid.

Watch the music video here:

'Sa Kanya' Lyrics:

Namulat ako at ngayo’y nag-iisa

Pagkatapos ng ulan

Bagama’t nakalipas na ang mga sandali

Ay nagmumuni kung ako’y nagwagi

Pinipilit mang sabihin na ito’y wala sa akin

Ngunit bakit hanggang ngayon, nagdurugo pa rin

Sa kanya pa rin babalik sigaw, ng damdamin

Sa kanya pa rin sasaya, bulong ng puso ko

Kung buhay pa ang alaala ng ating nakaraan

Ang pagmamahal at panahon alay pa rin sa kanya

At sa hatinggabi ay nag-iisa na lang

Ay minamasdan ang larawan mo

At ngayo’y bumalik nang siya’y kapiling pa

Alaala ng buong magdamag

Kung sakali mang isipin na ito’y wala sa akin

Sana’y dinggin ang tinig kong nag-iisa pa rin…

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Angeline Quinto Will Share Concert Stage With Regine Velasquez on February 14

Fast-rising star, Angeline Quinto will be performing again with Asia's Songbird, Regine Velasquez on Valentines Day. Angeline first share the concert stage with her idol way back in July in the former's first ever solo concert at the SM Skydome.

Zsa Zsa Padilla, Gary Valenciano and Ogie Alcasid Joined Forces for A Musical Movie

Mr. Pure Energy, Gary Valenciano, Divine Diva Zsa Zsa Padilla and Singer and Songwriter, Ogie Alcasid will create a good music together via the movie, I Doo Bidoo Bidoo.