Martin del Rosario and Bugoy Cariño Topbill MMK this December 15

MMK will share this Saturday (December 15) an inspiring tale that will move the TV viewers to continue striving to reach for their dreams. The episode will be starred by Martin del Rosario, who will portray the character of Ben, a young man who bravely faced all the odds, even the maltreatment of his family, just to achieve his goal of finishing his studies. In a life full of darkness, how can one find the light that will drive him to fulfill his dreams?

Together with Martin in the upcoming “MMK” episode are Bugoy Cariño, Tessie Tomas, Nanding Josef, Aleck Bovic, Queenie Sulit, Shane Hermogenes, Hanna Flores, and Linn Oeymo. It was researched by Joana Marcial, written by Nikki Bunquin and Arah Jell Badayos, and directed by Raz de la Torre.

Don’t miss another memorable life story this Saturday in the 2012 Anak TV Seal Awardee, “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK), 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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Jerome Ponce and Janella Salvador Guest on Sarah G Live! this September 16

Be Careful With My Heart's Luke Lim (Jerome Ponce) and Nikki Lim (Janella Salvador) will be guesting on Sarah G Live! this Sunday, September 16. The two teen stars will be doing a  breath-taking smash-up dance number with I Do Bidoo Bidoo stars Sam Concepcion and Tippy Dos Santos.

Meanwhile, popstar Sarah Geronimo will celebrate as she adds another feather to her cap. Sarah recently bagged ‘Concert Performer of the Year’ award in the 4th PMPC Star Awards for Music (see full list of winners here).

To celebrate her victory, Sarah treats TV viewers with another world-class concert experience in her solo musical variety show. Also watch out for the world-class musical spectacle prepared by OPM legend Rico Puno.

Aside from these, fun and laughter are also set to fill the centerstage with the funny antics of comic divas Tessie Tomas, Jon Santos, Mitch Valdez and Nanette Inventor. Also watch out for the return of Kapamilya heartthrob Robi Domingo as the Popstar’s guest co-host.

Still 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.” For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.comor follow @SGLiveOFFICIAL on Twitter and like SarahGLiveOFFICIAL on Facebook.

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Xian Lim's 'Two Funerals' to Air on Cinema One this August 5

The award-winning Cinemalaya independent film, “Two Funerals” starring Tessie Tomas, Jeffrey Quizon and Xian Lim, airs on Cinema One this Sunday (August 5). The film marks Lim’s first appearance in a full-length movie.

The film depicting ‘grief as a seriously funny business’ by Cinemalaya Best Director, Gil Portes follows the life of a mother (Tomas) who searches for the body of her daughter (Princess Manzon) after getting mixed up with the corpse of a wanted man. To claim back her daughter’s body, Tomas travels with her daughter’s fiancée, Gerry (Xian Lim) from Tuguegarao, Cagayan in the north to Matnog, Sorsogon in the south, a journey to the heart of the country during Holy Week in the heat of the election season.

During their solemn journey, they encounter a series of events where the country’s societal ills are depicted. The film was praised due to its accurate description of the detestable practices in the country.

“The performances of the cast members contribute greatly to the artistic success of Two Funerals: Tessie Tomas (her portrayal of her character is very tempered and this clearly shows what a disciplined actress she is), newcomer Xian Lim, Benjie Felipe and Mon Confiado (the brains behind the money-making wake) and Althea Vega as Benjie’s sensible wife,” said Butch Francisco.

“Two Funerals was a crowd-favorite during the Cinemalaya festival. The award-winning script by Enrique Ramos was obviously well thought of. I love the juxtaposition of the holy and the irreverent, the spiritual and the mundane,” said Nel Costales, blogger. The cast was also praised for their superb acting and timing especially Lim, who was called a ‘revelation’ in the film.

The film also stars Robert Arevalo, Benjie Felipe, Mon Confiado and Princess Manzon. It also won Best Screenplay (Enrique Ramos) and Best Cinematography (Arvin Viola) in the Cinemalaya 2010 Awards night.

Catch “Two Funerals” on the number one cable channel in the Philippines, Cinema One, on Sunday Blockbusters movie block on August 5 at 8:00 p.m. Cinema One is available on SkyCable Gold, SkyCable Silver and other quality cable operators nationwide. Follow Cinema One channel @cinema_one on Twitter and ‘like’ it on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Cinema1channel.

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'Mundo Man ay Magunaw' Soon on Kapamilya Gold

ABS-CBN's newest Kapamilya Gold drama series, “Mundo Man ay Magunaw” sets the bar higher for afternoon soaps as it presents a compelling family drama featuring a formidable ensemble cast of young and seasoned actors that include Empress, Nikki Gil, Ejay Falcon, Sylvia Sanchez, Allan Paule, Pinky Amador, Jason Gainza, Dianne Medina, Alex Castro Tessie Tomas, and Eula Valdes.