Meet and Greet 'Little Champ' Child Stars this March 31 (Easter Sunday)

Fans, especially kids will get the chance to meet and greet Caloy (JB Agustin) and Lulubelle (Sofia Millares), ABS-CBN’s newest fantaserye “Little Champ” child wonders as they invade different malls nationwide this Easter Sunday (March 31).

The event will be held successively in Toy Kingdom, The Block, SM City North EDSA; Toy R Us, Robinsons Magnolia; Toy R Us, Robinsons Galleria; and Toy Kingdom, SM Megamall.

Meanwhile, Caloy and Chalk’s adventures got to be more exciting as they already met the character of veteran actor Lito Lapid (Amang Leon) last Monday (March 18). The two also achieved their dream to be superheroes as they help and save people. But, Lulubelle will accidentally discover their super powers. What is the role of Lulubelle in Caloy and Chalk’s lives? Is she a friend or an enemy?

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.

Also, grab Little Champ toy horses, costume accessories, and other items, 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' 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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Angel Locsin Topbills Wansapanataym 'Kulay ng Pasko' Episode this December 15

Before the premiere of her much awaited Star Cinema film “One More Try” in the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), award-winning Kapamilya actress Angel Locsin will give an advance gift to TV viewers this Saturday (December 15) as she topbills the Christmas countdown episode of ABS-CBN’s top-rating fantasy-drama anthology “Wansapanataym.”

In an episode titled ‘Kulay ng Pasko,’ Angel will take on the role of Abby, a young woman who did not have a wealthy lifestyle while growing up. Because of her dream to experience luxury, Abby worked very hard to provide for her siblings by giving them fancy toys and clothes. However, as Abby and her siblings experience the good and comfortable life, her officemates and family begin to discover her negative side. Despite all their wealth, will Abby still realize that the true meaning of Christmas lies in the goodness of one’s heart?

Together with Angel in the ‘Kulay ng Pasko’ episode are Nikki Valdez, Jon Achaval, Lui Manansala, Gigi Locsin, Andre Garcia, and Sofia Millares. It was written by Cris Lim and directed by Malu Sevilla. 

Don’t miss the Christmas special of PMPC Best Fantasy Program, “Wansapanataym” this Saturday, after “Kapamilya: Deal or No Deal” on ABS-CBN. For more updates log-on to www.abs-cbn.com, follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

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Iza Calzado Can Relate to Her Bipolar Role in MMK

Highly acclaimed actress Iza Calzado recently confessed that her second “Maalaala Mo Kaya” episode, which is about a doctor who was diagnosed with major depression, is something she can personally relate to.

Aside from the fact that the story will tackle a father-daughter relationship, Iza immediately accepted the challenging role of a severely depressed woman because her mother went through it. “This ‘MMK’ is significant to me because it’s a very personal story,” she shared. “My mom had depression. Actually, she was bipolar. That’s why I empathized with the story.”

When asked if she ever felt depressed in her life, the Kapamilya primetime star quickly answered, “Trials are part of life. I’ve been so sad, yes. But I’ve never experienced major depression and I don’t want to reach that point.”

Iza added that she liked the life story of her character Rosalyn because she was able to overcome the severity of her disease. “I’m glad that this ‘MMK’ is a tale of triumph. She chose to fight and conquer something that would usually bring a person down. The ending is really beautiful,” she said.

In Iza’s second “MMK” episode, TV viewers will witness the personal battle of Rosalyn, a doctor who suffered from major depression due to a series of unfortunate incidents in her life, particularly because of her philandering father, Gilbert (Bembol Roco). Rosalyn got angry at her father and their relationship started to fall apart. At first, she was diagnosed to have paranoia and major depression; but later on she was brought to a psychiatrist who declared that she was ill with bipolar disorder. Despite this, Rosalyn was determined to prove them wrong so she could continue with her mission to help others as a doctor.

Aside from Iza and Bembol, the upcoming “MMK” episode will feature Louella De Cordova, Cheska Iñigo, Pia Romero, Phytos Kyriacou, Ismael Clavero, Edward Mendez, Kalila Aguilos, Lowell Conales, Kyline Alcantara, and Sofia Millares. It was researched by Alexandra Mae Martin, written by Maan Dimaculangan-Fampulme, and directed by Mae Czarina Cruz.

Don’t miss Iza’s brave portrayal in “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK) this Saturday (September 15), after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, and follow @MMKOfficial on Twitter and visit the official Facebook page: www.facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

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Iza Calzado Diagnosed With Bipolar Disorder in MMK this September 15

Award-winning actress Iza Calzado will once again star in a heavy drama episode of “Maalaala Mo Kaya” this Saturday (September 15).

In her second “MMK” since she transferred to ABS-CBN, Iza will portray the character of Rosalyn, a doctor who suffered from major depression due to a series of unfortunate incidents in her life, particularly because of her philandering father, Gilbert (Bembol Roco). At first, she was diagnosed to have paranoia and major depression; but later on Rosalyn was brought to a psychiatrist who declared that she was ill with bipolar disorder.

Aside from Iza and Bembol, the upcoming “MMK” episode will feature Louella De Cordova, Cheska Iñigo, Pia Romero, Phytos Kyriacou, Ismael Clavero, Edward Mendez, Kalila Aguilos, Lowell Conales, Kyline Alcantara, and Sofia Millares. It was researched by Alexandra Mae Martin, written by Maan Dimaculangan-Fampulme, and directed by Mae Czarina Cruz.

Don’t miss Iza’s brave portrayal in “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK) this Saturday, after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, and follow @MMKOfficial on Twitter and visit the official Facebook page: www.facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

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Xyriel Manabat Shares the Value of Education in Wansapanataym this May 26

Now that summer is over and school days are just around the corner, Xyriel Manabat's Wansapanataym special this Saturday (May 26) sets the tone for kids to go back in school in a positive way.

In the ‘Remote Emote’ episode, Xyriel gives life to the character of Joy, a lazy child who is not always excited to go to school because of her addiction to television. One night, Joy meets a TV salesman named Mr. Booboo (Thou Reyes) who will give her a magical remote control that will enable her to fast forward time and escape from doing her school works. Will Joy’s lack of interest in school ironically teach her a lesson? Is she finally going to learn to value her education?

Together with Xyriel in the episode are Jessa Zaragosa, Eric Fructuoso, Marissa Sanchez, and Sofia Millares. It is written by Arlene Tamayo and directed by Jojo Saguin.

Wansapanataym is a part of ABS-CBN’s “Bida Best Kid” campaign launched recently that aims to empower children by encouraging them to become who they want to be and the best that they can be. It doesn’t only entertain and educate its young viewers with its values-oriented, child-friendly programs, but supports their dreams and aspirations as well.

Don’t miss Xyriel's Wansapanataym special this Saturday, after Kapamilya: Deal or No Deal on ABS-CBN. For more updates log-on to www.abs-cbn.com, follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

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