Sam Milby Covers Inside Showbiz August 2012 (The Hot Men Issue)

Sam Milby is on the cover of Inside Showbiz Magazine August 2012 dubbed as 'The Hot Men Issue.' The said Inside Showbiz Mag release says "Sam Milby is Hotter than Ever After Hollywood."

This 2012's Hot Men Issue of Inside Showbiz features the '40 Hottest Men in the Philippines' for 2012 which includes Sam Milby, Aljur Abrenica, Xian Lim, Gerald Anderson, Alden Richards, Slater Young, Kean Cipriano, Rocco Nacino, Phil Younghusband (men on the cover), Jake Cuenca, Enchong Dee, Christian Bautista and JC De Vera.

To find out who else made it to Inside Showbiz' 40 scorching hot men list, grab a copy of its August 2012 issue which is now available on magazine stands and bookstores nationwide for only P100. You can also see them in their As Long As You Love Me cover video.

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ABS-CBN Love Teams Outpoured Romance in Ulan 2012 Station ID

ABS-CBN’s hottest and upcoming loveteams heat up the rainy season as they share “kilig” moments under the rain in the Kapamiya Network’s recently launched Ulan Station ID “Masarap ang Feeling, Kapag Ikaw ang Kapiling sa Tag-Ulan.”

With a theme song sung by the ultimate multimedia star Toni Gonzaga, the Ulan Station ID was led by one of the most successful team up of this generation, John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo.

The two definitely sent sparks flying amidst the rain as they exchanged deep stares and even danced the so-called dance of love and passion— the tango.

Daniel and Katerina of “Walang Hanggan” played by Coco Martin and Julia Montes, also shared some love under the raindrops together with co-stars Paolo Avelino, Melissa Ricks, and Joem Bascon, while “Kahit Puso’y Masugatan” love triangle Iza Calzado, Andi Eigenmann, and Jake Cuenca showed how the rain can wash the tears, brought about by love, away.

Video: ABS-CBN Ulan 2012 Station ID

Teens and tweens weren’t left behind as their favorite teen stars Enrique Gil, Khalil Ramos, Daniel Padilla, and Kathryn Bernardo of “Princess and I” and Paul Salas, Dom Roque, and Ella Cruz also had “PBB Teens” moments.

Giving a gave a glimpse of their soon-to-be-watched-out-for chemistry on TV are ABS-CBN’s upcoming loveteams that include Martin Del Rosario and Denise Laurel for “Precious Hearts Romances presents Pintada;” Jessy Mendiola and Mateo Guidicelli together with Matt Evans and Jewel Mische for “Precious Hearts Romances presents Isla;” Kaye Abad and John Prats for “Angelito: Ang Bagong Yugto;” and the much awaited return of Xian Lim and Kim Chiu together with Enchong Dee and Maja Salvador in “Ina, Anak, Kapatid.”

Also featured in the station ID are Jodi Sta. Maria and Richard “Papa Chen” Yap, the newest and only loveteam in the morning block from PrimeTanghali’s hit series “Be Careful with my Heart;” afternoon TV’s well-loved team up between JM De Guzman and Charee Pineda as Angelito and Rosalie from “Angelito: Batang Ama;” the unlikely couple Zaijian Jaranilla and Carmina Villaroel from “Lorenzo’s Time;” and host-actress KC Concepcion.

The theme song with the same title was sung ultimate multimedia star Toni Gonzaga.

“Masarap ang Feeling, Kapag Ikaw ang Kapiling sa Tag-Ulan” station ID was creared by ABS-CBN’s Creative Communications Management under Robert Labayen. Also part of the team were Peewee Gonzales (director); Johnny Delos Santos (creative director); Kathrina Sanchez, Lota Rosales, Edsel Misenas, and Dang Baldonado (producers); Rommel Sales (DOP); Sam Esquillon (production designer); Marvin Bragas (location manager); Nesh Janiola (choreographer); Bang Pineda (stylist); Jimmy Porca (production coordinator); Jessa Canilang and Darwin Duenas (productions assistants); Marl Abejero (photographer); Lorenz Morales (editor); Roxy Liquigan, Abbey Aledo, Kiko Salazar, and RJ Jimenez of Star Records (music team) and Arlene Geronimo (OVP).

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Star Cinema's The Reunion Full Trailer Released

The full trailer for Star Cinema's upcoming barkada movie, The Reunion starring Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil, Xian Lim and Kean Cipriano has been uploaded on YouTube. The said movie is about a group of high school friends looking for the true meaning of love and happiness. 

"Isa siyang barkada movie na ipapakita ang journey ng isang grupo na close friends noong high school, several years later magkikita sila ulit. Doon ipapakita ang journey nila sa paghahanap ng tunay na kaligayahan. May ginawa kasi silang kasalanan noong high school at feeling nila kaya di pa sila nakakapag-move on sa buhay nila ngayon dahil sa nangyari before," says director Frasco Mortiz.

The Reunion will also pay tribute to OPM, mostly songs from the '90s spectacular band, Eraserheads. The Reunion soundtrack album paying homage to Eraserheads has been a success after its May 9 release.

Also starring Jessy Mendiola, Julia Montes, Megan Young, Matt Evans, Bangs Garcia and Ms. Gina Pareño with the special participation of Alodia Gosiengfiao and Cristine Reyes, The Reunion will premiere in theaters this August 15.

Watch The Reunion full trailer here:

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Video: ABS-CBN Ulan 2012 Station ID Released!

ABS-CBN has just released its Ulan 2012 Station ID. The said rainy season SID premiered on Monday, July 9 on TV Patrol. Titled "Da Best Ang Feeling," this year's station ID for the rainy season was performed by singer-actress Toni Gonzaga. 

With the tag "Masarap ang Feeling 'Pag Ikaw ang Kapiling," the video focused more on returning loveteam John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo (who will star in A Beautiful Affair) as they were shown at the start and the end of the video.

It, however, also featured several Kapamilya stars who headline the upcoming television series of ABS-CBN like Kahit Puso'y Masugatan cast Iza Calzado, Jake Cuenca and Andi Eigenmann, Papa Chen and Jodi Sta. Maria of Be Careful With My Heart, Martin del Rosario and Denise Laurel of PHR Pintada, Charee Pineda, JM De Guzman, Kaye Abad and John Prats of Angelito: Ang Bagong Yugto, Jewel Mische, Matt Evans, Matteo Guidicelli and Jessy Mendiola of PHR Isla, Kim Chiu, Xian Lim, Maja Salvador and Enchong Dee of Ina, Kapatid, Anak, and KC Concepcion of Against All Odds. 

Stars of top-rating ABS-CBN teleseryes also appeared on the Ulan 2012 Station ID such as Walang Hanggan's Coco Martin, Julia Montes, Joem Bascon, Melissa Ricks and Paulo Avelino, Princess and I's Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla, Enrique Gil and Khalil Ramos, Carmina Villaroel and Zaijian Jaranilla of Lorenzo's Time and Dom Roque, Paul Salas and Ella Cruz of Aryana.

Watch the ABS-CBN Ulan 2012 Station ID:

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Yahoo OMG! Awards 2012 Winners Revealed!

The Yahoo Philippines OMG! Awards 2012 concluded July 6 in a grand party at the SM Mall of Asia Arena where the official list of winners were revealed. The Yahoo OMG! Awards 2012 was hosted by Kapuso celebrities Raymond Gutierrez, Solenn Heussaff, and Isabelle Daza.

Kapamilya stars dominated the official list of Yahoo OMG! 2012 Awardees. KimXi tandem, Kim Chiu and Xian Lim was the big winner in the said awards night having won the Breakthrough actor and actress awards, Fan Club of the year and Love Team of the year.

Meanwhile, Angel Locsin beat Anne Curtis as the Actress of the Year while Coco Martin won the Actor of the Year counterpart. Anne Curtis however, won as the Celebrity of the Year. Luis Manzano and Bianca Gonzalez clinched the Best Male and female TV host, respectively.

Here is the complete list of winners of the Yahoo OMG! Awards 2012:

• Male Singer of the Year: Christian Bautista
• Female Singer of the Year: Sarah Geronimo
• Breakthrough Actor of the Year: Xian Lim
• Breakthrough Actress of the Year: Kim Chiu
• Child Star of the Year: Xyriel Manabat
• Male Radio DJ: Papa Jack
• Female Radio DJ: Nicole Hyala
• Best Radio Show: The Morning Rush
• Best FM Radio Station: WLS FM 97.1
• Band of the Year: Parokya ni Edgar
• Comedian of the Year: Vice Ganda
• Comedienne of the Year: Eugene Domingo
• Male TV Host: Luis Manzano
• Female TV Host: Bianca Gonzalez
• Female Newcomer of the Year: Solenn Heussaff
• Male Newcomer of the Year: Daniel Padilla
• Most Promising Actor: Enrique Gil
• Most Promising Actress: Kathryn Bernardo
• Fan Club of the Year: KimXi (Kim Chiu-Xian Lim fan club)
• Love Team of the Year: Kim Chiu and Xian Lim
• It Couple of the Year: Angel Locsin and Phil Younghusband
• Major Impact: Vilma Santos
• Movie of the Year: Unofficially Yours
• Actor of the year: Coco Martin
• Actress of the Year: Angel Locsin
• Celebrity of the Year: Anne Curtis

Congratulations to all the winners of the Yahoo OMG! Awards 2012!

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Kathryn Bernardo, Xian Lim and Jessy Mendiola Cover Mega July 2012 Issue

ABS-CBN's anointed primetime idols Kathryn Bernardo, Xian Lim and Jessy Mendiola are on the cover of MEGA Magazine July 2012 issue. Kathryn, Xian and Jessy's cover is one of the two covers created by MEGA for July (the other one with GMA artists).

Mega magazine's July 2012 issue is dubbed as 'The Next Big Thing', a 2-cover special issue. Below is the cover for Kapamilya stars Kathryn Bernardo, Xian Lim and Jessy Mendiola.

You can vote which of the two covers you like at Megastyle.ph starting Monday. You can also tweet @mega_magazine with either the #TeamABSCBNonMEGA or #TeamGMAonMEGA hashtag to let Mega know which of the two magazine covers you like.

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Xian Lim is MYX Celebrity VJ for the Month of June!

MYX Celebrity VJ for the month of June, Xian Lim, never thought that he would finally get the spot after failing twice from joining MYX’s VJ search years back before joining showbusiness.

Photos: Xian Lim Mint Autumn 2012 Campaign

He admitted in an interview, “I auditioned in 2009 to be a MYX VJ, but I wasn’t chosen. Now, I can’t believe that I was picked to be this month’s Celebrity VJ.”

When asked about his experience in Myx, he said that it’s really a cool and fun experience. “I always wanted to be a host, so there’s no doubt that I enjoyed being a VJ.”

Xian showed exceptional talent in hosting when he hosted the Bb. Pilipinas pageant with Iza Calzado, Venus Raj and Georgina Wilson.

Not only that, the success of Xian’s newly released album, “So It’s You” under Star Records gave him another reason to rejoice. His debut album has been in the number one spot for three consecutive weeks. “I’m so happy that many are supporting my album, I wrote the music and lyrics myself.”

According to Xian, the transition from acting to singing is difficult especially if people have always known you to be an actor, but he feels very grateful that his fans continue to support his singing career.

“The next big thing that I will get into is dancing. That’s the next project,” Xian said laughing.

Catch Xian in “Pop MYX “ (June 3 to 7), “Pinoy MYX” (June 10 to 16), “Mellow MYX” (June 17 to 23) and “My MYX” (June 24 to 30). For more updates, log on to www.myxph.com. Also, download the MYX Charts iOS from the App Store and install free of charge.

Text by ABS-CBN, photo by Xianatics

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Enrique Gil Says Kathryn Bernardo is His 'Ideal Girl'

Primetime prince Enrique Gil recently revealed that Kathryn Bernardo fits her ‘ideal girl’ but denied rumors that he has already started courting the “Princess and I” lead star.

Despite his denial, Enrique admitted that his leading lady is close to his heart. “Any guy would like Kathryn since she almost has all the great qualities of an ideal girlfriend. She is super kind and caring,” he shared.

Like his role in “Princess and I” Dasho Jao, who is attracted to Mikay’s bubbly personality, Enrique too is fond of Kathryn’s playfulness. He said, “She is so warm as a co-actor. We always joke around in the set that’s why it’s less stressful.”

Meanwhile, Enrique is grateful for their show’s consistent high national TV ratings. “All of the cast and staff’s hardwork is worth it because of the viewers’ support to us every night. Thank you very much,” said Enrique who is one of the lead stars of the upcoming Star Cinema film, “The Reunion” where he is co-starring with Enchong Dee, Xian Lim, and Kean Cipriano.

Enrique further shared that the strong point of their ‘royal teleserye’ is their not-so-heavy narrative. He expressed, “I think our show strikes a balance among the primetime shows of ABS-CBN because our story is just light with lots of love angles inside, giving the viewers positive vibes while watching.”

Don’t miss “Princess and I” weeknights after “TV Patrol” on Primetime Bida. For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

Text and photo by ABS-CBN

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Xian Lim for MINT Autumn 2012 Campaign

Hunk actor-recording artist Xian Lim is featured in the newest MINT Autumn 2012 campaign. Xian is looking fresh and hot (without taking his shirts off) in this campaign photos taken by Jopet Sy. Xian's styling was done by Stella Sy.

Aside from Xian Lim, another hot Kapamilya property, Gerald Anderson is also featured in the Mint Autumn 2012 campaign (Check out Gerald's Mint campaign photos here).

In lieu with the campaign, Mint is giving away free Xian Lim So It's You album to first 300 customers with P1,500 single purchase receipt at Mint. They will also have the chance to have it autographed by Xian on June 9, 3 PM, at the Mint store in SM Megamall. Hurry because the promo will run only from June 1, up to June 9, 2012.

Meanwhile, check out Xian Lim's photos for the MINT Autumn 2012 campaign below:

Photos courtesy of MINT
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Gerald Anderson for MINT Autumn 2012 Campaign

Gerald Anderson is featured in the newest MINT Autumn 2012 campaign. Gerald is more matured-looking in the campaign with his beard on and somewhat a tattoo in one picture. 

Gerald was photographed by Jopet Sy and styled by Joey Espiritu for this Mint campaign. Mint's autumn 2012 campaign also featured another hot Kapamilya property Xian Lim (check out Xian's Mint Autumn 2012 campaign photos here).

Check out the photos of Gerald Anderson for Mint Autumn 2012 campaign below:

Photos courtesy of MINT

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Maja Salvador is Angel Locsin's Half Sister in Toda Max this June 2

After the critically-acclaimed “Lumayo Ka Man Sa Akin”, Maja Salvador returns via the much-awaited upcoming primetime series, Ina, Kapatid, Anak alongside Xian Lim, Enchong Dee and Kim Chiu.

Maja shared that she will play a different and difficult role in the series and will surely be challenged by it. People should watch out for the conflict between her and Kim Chiu in the series. “We are both aggressive in this series, and both love our families dearly,” she hinted.

Meanwhile, Maja Salvador will be the guest in Toda Max this Saturday (June 2, 2012) with Bentong and Al Tantay. She will play as Darling, Isabel’s (Angel Locsin) half-sister. Surprised with the revelation, but happy with her newfound sister, Isabel invites her to the family and to her upcoming wedding. But a huge problem will occur – Darling just got married and Isabel pursuing her wedding means bad luck.

Will Isabel and Justin Bibbo (Vhong Navarro) still pursue their wedding against all odds? Find out in “TODA Max” this Saturday after Maalaala Mo Kaya only here on ABS-CBN.

Text by ABS-CBN

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Kim Chiu Fierce on the Cover of Cosmopolitan June 2012 Issue

Actress Kim Chiu is hot and fierce on the cover of Cosmopolitan magazine June 2012 issue. Kim is all grown up, tough and sexy on the cover wearing floral top (showing off some cleavage) and pink pants.

Kim Chiu will be back on Primetime Bida via the teleserye Ina, Kapatid, Anak where she will reunite with My Binondo Girl leading man Xian Lim. Enchong Dee and Maja Salvador will also take part as leads in the said ABS-CBN fortcoming teleserye. She will also reunite with Gerald Anderson in the upcoming Star Magic 20th anniversary movie tentatively titled Crazy Love.

Grab your copy now of Cosmopolitan Magazine June 2012 issue with sexy Kim Chiu on the cover for only P125.

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ASAP 2012 Celebrates Pure Pinoy Talent this May 20

Pure Pinoy talent is set to shine as its brightest this Sunday (May 20) as "ASAP 2012" celebrates an ultimate all-star party jampacked with show-stopping world-class concert performances from the biggest names in Philippine showbiz.

Indulge with the grand homecoming of Rockoustic Heartthrob Sam Milby; breathtaking dance number from the summer hunks Enchong Dee and Gerald Anderson; sizzling production numbers from Kapamilya Heartthrobs Xian Lim, JM de Guzman, and Jake Cuenca; and summer hotties Cristine Reyes, Megan Young, and Bangs Garcia.

Fall in love as romance fills the ASAP centerstage with the must-see duet performances of Primetime Bida love teams including Ella Cruz and Paul Salas of "Aryana," Kathryn Bernardo with Khalil Ramos of "Princess and I," and “Dahil sa Pag-Ibig” lead stars Jericho Rosales with Maricar Reyes, and Piolo Pascual with Cristine.

Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano gives off another world-class performance as he shares another inspiring story in his 'With Love, Gary V' segment; while Ultimate Multimedia Star Toni Gonzaga reveals the latest music trend in the newest “ASAP 2012” segment 'T-Zone.'

Prepare to be blown away as ASAP mainstays Martin Nievera, ZsaZsa Padilla, Vina Morales, Nikki Gil, Yeng Constantino, Bryan Termulo, Anja Aguilar, and ASAP Sessionistas perform another hair-raising concert spectacle. Get ready to be stunned with the other remarkable "ASAP 2012" segments with ASAP Pinoy Champ Angeline Quinto on ‘Angeline on Q;’ and this week’s ‘A-Tunes’ segment featuring Erik Santos, Arnel Pineda, Jed Madela, Bugoy Drilon, Kean Cipriano, and Paolo Valenciano.

Meanwhile, supahdancers Enchong, Empress, Maja Salvador, Iya Villania, Sam Concepcion, Rayver Cruz, and Robi Domingo are going show-off to their amazing dance moves as they prepare for another showdown in ‘ASAP Supahdance.’

Don’t miss 2012 Gawad Tanglaw Best Musical Variety Show, “ASAP 2012” this Sunday, 1:00 noon, on ABS-CBN. For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAPChill-Out, simply visit http://asap.abs-cbn.com, follow @ASAPOFFICIAL on Twitter, or ‘like’ http://facebook.com/asapofficial.

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Xian Lim's 'So It's You' Album is Best-Selling Album for 2 Weeks Now

Actor-model-recording artist Xian Lim's debut album, So It's You topped Astrovision/Astroplus' list of Best-Selling albums for 2 weeks now. Xian's album had been consistent no. 1 both in the OPM category and Over-all (OPM and foreign combined) since its release.

Under Star Records, “So It’s You” features five tracks including its carrier single “Puso Kong Hibang,” which is Xian Lim’s original composition. Completing the tracklist are the other “My Binondo Girl” theme song “Ako’y Sa’yo Lamang,” and Xian Lim’s revivals of OPM hit songs “So It’s You,” “Reaching Out” and “Oh Babe.”

Here is Astrovison/Astroplus OVER-ALL (OPM and Foreign) Top 16 Best-Selling albums of the Week (April 30-May 6):

Here is Astrovison/Astroplus OVER-ALL (OPM and Foreign) Top 16 Best-Selling albums of the Week (May 7-13):

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Xian Lim Surprises Kim Chiu with a Tree of Roses for Her Birthday

Actor Xian Lim surprised leading lady Kim Chiu in yet another romantic gesture on her birthday last April 19. Xian, who is very vocal with his intentions with Kim gave the actress a tree of roses as a surprise gift.

KimXi for a new soap, Ina, Kapatid, Anak

During their story conference for their newest series, Ina, Kapatid, Anak, Kim revealed how the sweet gestures of Xian made her smile on her birthday.

Kim narrated:

“Noong birthday ko nasa bundok ako, wala akong signal, nagsu-shooting ako ng The Healing. Nung umuwi ako sa bahay, sa sala may puno ng flowers na naka-heart shape.”   

“Sabi ko sa mga kapatid ko, ‘Kanino galing ‘to?’ Sabi nila, ‘Di namin alam.’ Bigla siyang [referring to Xian] tumawag at nag-text kasi sinabihan siya ng mga kapatid ko na nasa house na ako.” 

“Red roses, ang dami-dami! Na-appreciate ko naman. Siyempre nakakagulat na may puno sa sala ng bahay ko. Nakakatuwa.”

It can be recalled that Xian once surprised Kim during their shoot for My Binondo Girl with Xian hiring a choir to serenade Kim (read story here).

Xian said it makes him happy seeing Kim smile. His romantic gestures, according to Xian were not something that's read from books but something that inspired by the heart.

With the sweetness the two were showing with each other, we cannot help but ask what's the real score between them. In fact, Xian and Kim go out together with Kim's sisters, who are also Xian's textmates. Kim has also met Xian's mother.

Kim said that their status need not any label and they are not into that status of exclusively dating. They just go out on friendly dates together with Kim's sisters.

“Hindi na kailangan ng label. Sa ngayon, labas-labas [lang kami].”

Xian agreed with Kim and said, “Hindi naman natin kailangan lagyan ng label but yes, we’re having fun every time we see each other. I’m happy and I hope she’s happy also.”


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ASAP 2012 Celebrates Mother's Day this May 13

ASAP 2012 is all set to pay tribute to all moms in the world this Sunday (May 13) as it celebrates Mother’s Day with some of the biggest names in showbiz industry.

Loving mothers will surely enjoy their day even more with the surprise treats from the lead stars of Star Cinema’s 19th anniversary offering, “Every Breath You Take” Piolo Pascual and Angelica Panganiban; a taste of the “Kitchen Musical” album with ASAP Asian pride Karylle and Christian Bautista; the heart-melting serenade from Xian Lim with his first album “So It’s You;” and the festival of Filipina beauty with the Ms. Philippines Earth candidates.

KC Concepcion, Iza Calzado and Cristine Reyes
are up for a showdown this SUnday on  ASAP 2012

Along with the festivities of Mother’s Day, another celebration is set to happen as “ASAP 2012″ throws a special birthday bash for “Walang Hanggan” star Paulo Avelino who will perform with Kapamilya leading ladies KC Concepcion, Kim Chiu, and Julia Montes.

ASAP Kapamilya makes their mommas proud as mainstays Gary Valenciano, ZsaZsa Padilla, Gerald Anderson, Karylle, and Zia Quizon lead the celebration with a toast for all moms; Angeline Quinto and Bamboo prepare for a never-before-seen-and-heard collaboration; and as Martin Nievera, Vina Morales, Arnel Pineda, Jed Madela, Erik Santos, Nikki Gil, Juris, and ASAP Pinoy Champs wow everyone with another set of world-class performances.

Meanwhile, KC, Iza Calzado and Cristine Reyes are going to rock the dance floor as they prepare for a showdown; followed by an astonishing dance showcase from John Prats, Empress, Rayver Cruz, Iya Villiania, and Maja Salvador for Supahdance.

Don’t miss 2012 Gawad Tanglaw Best Musical Variety Show, “ASAP 2012” this Sunday, 12:15 noon, on ABS-CBN. For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAPChill-Out, simply visit http://asap.abs-cbn.com/, follow @ASAPOFFICIAL on Twitter, or ‘like’http://facebook.com/asapofficial.

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Kim Chiu and Xian Lim Lead 'Ina, Anak, Kapatid' Cast

My Binondo Girl hit tandem, Kim Chiu and Xian Lim will be paired up anew in the ABS-CBN upcoming teleserye, Ina, Anak, Kapatid. Kim and Xian (KimXi) will be joined by Maja Salvador, Enchong Dee and Mr. Eddie Gutierrez.

Kim and Xian lead the cast of ABS-CBN's Ina, Anak, Kapatid

The said teleserye has long been announced although the cast was a bit different. In early reports, Jessy Mendiola admitted that she will be co-starring with Andi Eigenmann for this new teleserye. Apparently, the two had already been replaced by Kim and Maja. Andi is now one of the leads of Kahit Puso'y Sinugatan with Iza Calzado, Jake Cuenca and Gabby Concepcion while Jessy Mendiola will be a part of Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Isla together with Matteo Guidicelli and Jewel Mische.

Enchong Dee has been attached to the project since its conception while Martin del Rosario might have been replaced by Xian Lim. Joseph Marco was also previously reported as member of the cast but we don't know yet if he end up being replaced or his role retained.

Ms. Janice De Belen, after her well-praised performance in Budoy will again show her acting skills in Ina, Anak, Kapatid. I wonder if she will play the role of the mother (Ina) which was previously rumored to be given to Jaclyn Jose (the time when Andi was cast).

Based on early reports, Ina, Anak, Kapatid tackles two siblings which are ward to rivalry. Jessy Mendiola hinted that it will have Gossip Girl as a peg. However, we cannot conclude yet what will be taken as the story itself since the cast of Ina Anak, Kapatid will just be having their story conference today.

So, are you excited to see the KimXi tandem again in a teleserye?

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Piolo Pascual and Xian Lim's Life Stories on Showbiz Inside Report this May 5

ABS-CBN’s top-rating Saturday entertainment talk show Showbiz Inside Report presents an in-depth report on two of the most successful heartthrobs of their generation, Piolo Pascual and Xian Lim.

In an episode themed “Idolo: Tagumpay at Kasawian,” get to know this Saturday (May 5) the real persona of the men known for their killer looks, hot bodies, and indisputable strong charisma; through exclusive inside stories shared by their families and other people closest to their hearts. Have they always dreamt of being celebrities? What were the hardships they had to go through before they attained the ‘crush ng bayan’ status? Also, get to know the whereabouts of a former ‘crush ng bayan’ in the ‘80s and learn how fate challenged his stardom.

Unravel the truth about the controversies in Showbiz Inside Report every Saturday at 2:30 PM, after It’s Showtime. For more updates, log-on at www.abs-cbn.com, follow @SIRTVOfficial on Twitter and 'like' their Facebook fanpage http://www.facebook.com/ShowbizInsideReport.AbsCbn.

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Xian Lim to Launch Album 'So It's You' this May 6

Actor Xian Lim is launching his debut album So It’s You this Sunday, May 7.

After winning the hearts of primetime TV viewers in the drama series "My Binondo Girl" topbilled by Kim Chiu, Lim now enters the music arena with his first CD released by Star Records.

Xian Lim So It's You album cover

“Having your own album is every musician’s dream so I was very happy when I found out that I am going to do one. It is what I really wanted,” Xian said.

Watch the teaser video of Xian Lim's So It's You.

Lim's album features five tracks including "Ako’y Sa’yo Lamang," "So It's You," “Reaching Out,” “Oh Babe" and "Puso Kong Hibang."

In his official Twitter account, Xian invited his fans to his mall show on Sunday, May 6, for the album launch.

"So It's You album launch at Glorietta mall this Sunday, May 6! See you there 4 p.m.," he said.

Xian Lim's album is now available online and can be downloaded on www.starrecords.com.ph, www.musicstore.ph. It will also be sold through iTunes and Amazon.com starting May 10.

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Cristine Reyes and Xian Lim Cover YES! May 2012

Two hot and sizzling Kapamilya, Cristine Reyes and Xian Lim are on the cover of YES! Magazine's May 2012 issue.

Cristine Reyes will be opening her multi-million peso dream house to YES. According to the magazine, Cristine, "the sexy star that many like to see as 'the other woman' is actually a thrifty, hard-working, and God-fearing girl who cried herself to sleep during those nights the world was against her."

Cristine will talk about her past and present love - Dennis Trillo and Rayver Cruz - while she has a take on Sarah Geronimo's "sorry attitude."

Meanwhile, the magazine put the spotlight on Kapamilya hunk actor, Xian Lim as he is "standing out and standing tall."

Xian also confessed something about Kim inside the pages of YES. According to Xian, he's always gonna make sure that Kim is happy and always feeling special whenever he's with her. How about that revelation?

Don't miss this controversial issue of YES! Magazine. Grab your copy now.

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