Mary Jean Lastimosa is Brightest Frontrunner in 63rd Miss Universe, NY Website Says

According to New York website Venture Capital Post, Philippine bet to the 63rd Miss Universe pageant–Mary Jean Lastimosa–is the brightest frontrunner to become Gabriela Isler’s successor.

The website made a fearless forecast that the crown will go to MJ’s head because the Philippine bet is the currently “the loudest and brightest” among the 88 candidates vying for the title. They also pointed out that the crown is long due to be worn by an Asian this time, the last time was 6 years ago courtesy of Japan’s Riyo Mori. Furthermore, candidates from the Philippines consistently landed a spot at the top five in the last four consecutive years: Venus Raj (fourth runner-up in 2010), Shamcey Supsup (3rd runner-up in 2011), Janine Tugonon (1st runner-up in 2012) and Ariella Arida (3rd runner up in 2013).

MJ’s biggest Asian rival, however, is Miss India. But with Manny Pacquiao as one of the judges, Philippines’ chances to win the title increased tremendously.

Do you think MJ will bring home the bacon?

The actual Swimsuit and Evening Gown Preliminaries of the 63rd Miss Universe is happening on Wednesday, January 21 (Thursday morning in Manila). Let’s support MJ all the way!

SOURCE: Starmometer

Janella Salvador Stars in Her Own Drama Series ‘Oh My G!’

Singer-actress Janella Salvador stars in a unique love story that centers on the journey of an orphaned teenager in ABS-CBN’s newest feel-good drama series titled “Oh My G” which will begin airing on Monday (January 19).

“Unlike other love stories, ‘Oh My G’ is not purely about romance. It is about my role Sophie’s life as a teenager, her struggles in school, friends, love, and more importantly her faith,” said Janella whose character’s perfect life is about to turn around because of the death of her parents.

Janella considers “Oh My G” close to her heart not only for being her first starring teleserye, but also because of the inspiration, lessons, and values it will impart to viewers especially for teens like her who are too preoccupied with school, family, and social media.

Janella added that the show was conceptualized through the personal request of Carmelite nuns to ABS-CBN president Charo Santos-Concio, in celebration of St. Teresa of Avila’s 5th birth centenary on March.

Also joining Janella in “Oh My G!” are Marlo Mortel, Manolo Pedrosa, Sunshine Cruz, Dominic Ochoa, John Arcilla, Edgar Allan Guzman, and Janice de Belen. Eric Quizon and Maricar Reyes will also appear for special participations.

It is under the direction of Roni Velasco and Paco Sta. Maria.

Don’t miss the beginning of the newest feel-good drama series that will bring everyone closer to God, “Oh My G!” on Monday before “It’s Showtime” on ABS-CBN Prime-Tanghali. For more information about “Oh My G!” log on to www.abs-cbn.com, or follow @abcbndotcom on Twitter.

Sarah Geronimo is ‘Rapunzel,’ Kim Chiu is ‘Mulan’ on Disney’s #12DaysOfPrincess

Disney Channel Asia officially released on Monday, January 5, 2014, the #12DaysOfPrincess posters which include our very own Sarah Geronimo and Kim Chiu.

The #12DaysOfPrincess campaign features 12 celebrities from across Asia, each playing a Disney Princess in a pictorial. The Philippines represent with Sarah Geronimo portraying Rapunzel, the Fearless Princess, and Kim Chiu playing Mulan, the Determined Princess.

Disney has yet to reveal the project in store for the two Kapamilya stars related to the #12DaysOfPrincess 

Gerald Anderson and Maja Salvador Star in the Newest ‘Give Love on Christmas’ Special Series

Real-life couple Gerald Anderson and Maja Salvador will team up for the first time in the newest story of ABS-CBN’s Christmas TV special “Give Love on Christmas.” The second Kapamilya Christmas series titled “The Gift of Life” will start on Monday (December 22).

In the story, Gerald will give life to the character of Tristan, a young man who needs a kidney transplant because of an accident he had when he was still a kid. As he tries to find a possible donor, Tristan meets a young woman named Melissa (portrayed by Maja) who lost her faith in God after the death of her parents.

As their paths cross, Melissa and Tristan come up with a special agreement that she will help him fulfill his bucket list, which includes all the things he was not able to do because of his ailment.

How will Tristan and Melissa be able to change each other’s lives as they help one another regain the things they have lost—his chance to have a normal life and her faith in God? Will Melissa sacrifice herself just to give Tristan a new hope to live?

“Give Love on Christmas Presents The Gift of Life” also features Marlann Flores, Melissa Mendez, Ricardo Cepeda, Nico Antonio, Shey Bustamante, and Angel Sy. It is directed by Malu Sevilla.

“Give Love on Christmas” is composed of three stories that revolve around family, relationships, and love. These include Gerald and Maja’s “The Gift of Life,” Paulo Avelino and KC Concepcion’s “Exchange Gift,” and “The Gift Giver,” starring Eddie Garcia, Aiko Melendez, Dimples Romana, Carlo Aquino, and Louise Abuel, which will air its last episode this Friday (December 19).

It is a Christmas special produced by Dreamscape Entertainment Television, the group that created top-rating TV masterpieces such as “Walang Hanggan,” “Ina Kapatid Anak,” “Juan dela Cruz,” and “Ikaw Lamang.”

Don’t miss the beginning of “Give Love on Christmas Presents The Gift of Life” this Monday, before “It’s Showtime” in ABS-CBN Prime-Tanghali. For more information about “Give Love on Christmas,” visit the show’s official social networking sites Twittter.com/DreamscapePH and Instagram.com/DreamscapePH.

Viewers may also catch up on full episodes and past episodes of “Give Love On Christmas” through ABS-CBNmobile. For more information, please go to www.abscbnmobile.com.

Source: Starmometer

Kathryn Bernardo Hits Gold Record Award in Just One Day

Teen Queen Kathryn Bernardo’s self-titled album scores a gold record award after having more than 7,500 units sold on the first day of its commercial release.

The gold record award was given in “ASAP 19″ last Sunday (December 14), where Kathryn was joined by her love team partner and fellow Star Music recording star, Teen King Daniel Padilla in thanking their fans for the unwavering support. The album features easy-listening, feel-good tracks including the revival of Sharon Cuneta’s “Mr. DJ,” Cris Villongco’s “Crush ng Bayan,” and Heart Evangelista’s “Love Has Come My Way.” Among the original tracks are “Na Sa ‘Yo Din Pala,” “Ikaw Na Nga Yata, “K Tnx Bye,” “Temporary Deja Vu,” and album’s carrier single “You Don’t Know Me,” which was composed by singer-songwriter Marion Aunor. All eight tracks have minus one versions in the album. Part of the bonus tracklist are Teen Queen’s version of “Pagdating ng Panahon” and the popular KathNiel duet performances of “Got to Believe In Magic” and “PINASmile” (ABS-CBN 2014 Summer Station ID). Kathryn’s self-titled debut album is still available at record bars nationwide for only P199. Digital tracks can also be downloaded via online music stores such as iTunes and Mymusicstore.com.ph. For more information, visit Starmusic.ph or follow Star Music’s official social media accounts at Facebook.com/starrecordsphil, Twitter.com/starrecordsph andInstagram.com/Starmusicph.

Source: Starmometer

Kathryn Bernardo’s Debut Album Achieves Gold Status on First Day

Kathryn Bernardo has just made an amazing feat. Her self-titled debut album from Star Records reached GOLD status on the day of its release!

Kean Cipriano Teams Up with Chanel Morales in ‘Wattpad Presents: Game of Love’

People say that love blossoms in the perfect time, within the perfect situation and for the perfect reason. But what will happen if four people all try their luck by playing the game of love all at the same time?

For the week of December 15, WATTPAD PRESENTS proudly brings the TV adaptation of aine_tan’s “Game of Love” which has almost 6 million Wattpad reads. Featuring Kean Cipriano, Chanel Morales, Nicole Estrada and Phytos Ramirez, this mini-series features the tale of four people trying their luck and eventually getting entangled in the game of love as they try to find their significant other. 

Find out how Jin (Chanel) and Gab (Kean) team up in order for Jin to win back Zeke (Phytos), her ex-boyfriend who broke up with her, while Gab tries to score a date with Mica (Nicole), his ultimate crush. Is love really a game that everyone has to play and win or is it something destined to happen?

Completing the cast of this kilig primetime mini-series are Marlon Mance, Val Victa, Sheila Marie Rodriguez and Ms. Almira Muhlach.

Learn the moves and strikes on how you can perfectly score in this gamble called love on WATTPAD PRESENTS “Game of Love”, starting this Monday, December 15, 9pm, only on TV5.

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ABS-CBN Dominates COMGUILD Academe’s Choice Awards

ABS-CBN emerged as the most awarded TV network at the recently held COMGUILD Academe’s Choice Awards after it earned nine out of the ten accolades given out during the event, including the Advertiser’s Friendly Television Network.

Queen of All Media Kris Aquino was named the Iconic Female Endorser, while Coco Martin and Anne Curtis were the Most Admired Male Endorser and Most Admired Female Endorser, respectively. Teen King and Queen Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo, meanwhile, were hailed as the Most Loved Male and Female Teen Endorsers.

Morning program “Swak na Swak,” formerly known as “Kabuhayang Swak na Swak,” was awarded the Best Entrepreneurial/Business Show, while “My Puhunan” anchor Karen Davila was the Best Entrepreneurial/Business Host. Noontime show “It’s Showtime,” on the other hand, won as the Advertiser’s Friendly Noontime Show.

COMGUILD Academe’s Choice Awards commends the significant contribution of Filipino endorsers, entrepreneur shows, and hosts in the field of entrepreneurship, business, marketing, and advertising. Awardees of the said award-giving body are voted by students and members of the academe from various colleges and universities in the Philippines.

Gabbi Garcia Sings Lorde’s ‘Royals’ at City of Malabon University

Gabbi Garcia performed for the students of City of Malabon University on Saturday, December 6, 2014, as part of her birthday celebration sponsored by GMA Artist Center.

Daniel Padilla, Vina Morales And Robin Padilla Stars In "Bonifacio Ang Unang Pangulo" An Official Entry For MMFF 2014.

Robin Padilla r eunited with former reel and real love interest Vina Morales in Metro Manila Film Festival 2014 period movie called "Bonifacio Ang Unang Pangulo".

Produced by Philippians Productions, "Bonifacio Ang Unang Pangulo" features the controversial pairing of Daniel Padilla and Jasmine Curtis-Smith. Completing the cast are Eddie Garcia, RJ Padilla, Cholo Barretto, Jun Quintana, Joem Bascon, Isabel Oli, Richard Quan, Ping Medina, Isko Moreno, Rommel Padilla, Dennis Marasigan, and Jericho Rosales.. Under the direction of Enzo Williams.

"Bonifacio Ang Unang Pangulo" opens in theaters nationwide on December 25, 2014.

Disney Channel Premieres Music Video of ‘The Glow’ Featuring Sarah Geronimo

Localized music video for Disney’s “The Glow” featuring Sarah Geronimo encourages Filipino children tobelieve in themselves and follow their dreams.

Disney’s ‘The Glow’, a powerful song of empowerment and self-belief will entertain Disney Channel audiences in the Philippines on December 6, 2014. The English language version of this video has been brought to life by popular local talent Sarah Geronimo.

“The Glow is a crown jewel in our Disney songbook, a song that truly reflects the unique qualities of a Disney Princess,” said Natasha Malhotra, General Manager, Branded Media and Content, The Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia. “Through this song, we hope to inspire Filipino kids to believe in themselves, follow their dreams and recognize that true beauty comes from within by being kind and compassionate just like their very own homegrown Princess, the young, talented and beautiful Sarah.”

First created in the US for Rapunzel’s coronation ceremony in 2011, “The Glow” is a song written and produced for the Disney Princess franchise and soon became widely recognized as the global Princess anthem. It was originally performed by British singer Shannon Saunders.

Apart from English, Disney Channel has also localized the song in Thai, Bahasa Malaysia and Bahasa Indonesia, performed by popular artistes Oranicha Krinchai (Proud) from Thailand, Daiyan Trisha from Malaysia, and Chilla Kiana from Indonesia.

The launch of The Glow music video coincides with a special “I am a Princess” weekend on Disney Channel, where audiences will be able to enjoy Disney classics such as The Little Mermaid and Sleeping Beauty.

Sarah’s English rendition of “The Glow” will premiere across Southeast Asia 6 December at 9am on Disney Channel.