Kylie Padilla will star in GMA-7's new afternoon drama series, ‘Blusang Itim’

Just as many people got captivated by Snooky Serna's role as Jessa, GMA-7 is certain that Kylie Padilla would be as mesmerizing in the TV adaptation of the 1980's movie, Blusang Itim.Although more than two decades have passed, it is undeniable that Elena Patron's comics and the movie remain to be popular. Many are excited to watch it again, this time on TV, for the story is even more gripping as it revolves around the fashion industry.Aside from being the first lead role of Binoe's daughter, Blusang Itim is also the first drama of Winwyn Marquez, daughter of Joey Marquez and Alma Moreno.Meanwhile, the series is the first TV show of the Master Rapper's son, Frank Magalona, as he joins his celebrity siblings in showbiz.GMA brought together these...

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Marian Rivera Grabs Lead from Angel Locsin in FHM's 100 Sexiest 2011 Poll

FHM Philippines released the second poll update of their ongoing 100 Sexiest 2011 Poll with the breaking news that Marian Rivera is now the current leader. It was Angel Locsin, the reigning Philippines’ Finest who’ve top the first update while her tough competitors Cristine Reyes placed at no. 2 and followed by Marian Rivera at no. 3 spot. In the second and latest update of FHM Philippines on their ongoing annual poll last Saturday, Kapuso Prime Star Marian Rivera takes the lead, grabbing the no. 1 spot from Kapamilya Young Superstar Angel Locsin who lands on the second spot now!Here is the current ranking of the Top 10 as of April 29, 2011:1. Marian Rivera2. Angel Locsin3. Cristine Reyes4. Sam Pinto5. Solenn Heussaff6. Jennylyn Mercado7....

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‘Ground Zero: Sa Gitna ng Nagbabagong Mundo’, this Sunday on GMA-7

In a country situated in the Pacific Ring of Fire, laden with volcanoes, earthquake faults and trenches, disaster preparedness is a timeless issue. And yet, with all these realities surrounding us, is the Philippines prepared for natural disasters? Vicky Morales and a team of GMA’s senior reporters travel from Luzon to Mindanao to find out which cities and provinces are exposed to natural hazards. In this Sunday’s SNBO, “Ground Zero: Sa Gitna ng Nagbabagong Mundo,” GMA News and Public Affairs endeavors to give the public a better understanding of one of nature’s big events – earthquakes. From San Francisco, California, Kara David reports on the world-famous San Andreas Fault. Together with the United States Geological Survey or USGS,...

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Cirque du Soleil Flooded Out in Ohio

Cincinnati, we have a problem!The grand chapiteau hits the mud. You, too, Cirque, are human!Don't count on a seat to Cirque du Soleil's OVO anytime between at least now and Sunday. The grounds at Coney Island where the show is tented up got dumped on by the recent floods. Tent still stands. Performers on hold. Fog machines silent.A few performances in early May also nixed owing to Mother Nature's heavy-handed tears.Show hopes to reopen next Tuesday, May 3. Run is slated to end May ...

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Party with the Country's Brightest Stars on ASAP Rocks this Sunday

ASAP Rocks bursts into colorful surprises for every kapamilya all over the world. Get ready as we paint the town red with a kaleidoscope of celebrations from the country's most vibrant stars.IT'S A RED LETTER DAY!Primetime Princess Kim Chiu soars higher than ever in a fantastic birthday blow out you don't want to miss.The cutest birthday treat from child wonder Mutya Orquia. Plus, join her and the star studded cast of Pablo Gomez's Mutya as they bid farewell to followers.Witness as Star Cinema celebrates 18 stellar years in the Philippine entertainment industry with its much awaited movie, In the Name of Love, led by the country's finest Aga Mulach, Jake Cuenca and the one and only Ms. Angel Locsin.This Sunday will also mark the heartwarming...

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Kim Chiu Covers MEGA Magazine for the 4th Time

One of the country’s in-demand cover girls and ABS-CBN’s Primetime Drama Princess, Kim Chiu is on the cover of Mega Magazine’s “Beauty Wonderland” issue.This is already the fourth time that Kim Chiu graced the cover of Mega Magazine. The first one was last July 2007 together with model Helena Belmonte.The second time was on November 2008 when the Kapamilya star appeared in the magazine with a Greek-inspired gown.The third time was just a year ago, April 2010, where Kim dishes her dream leading man on Mega Magazine’s “Fashion Fairytale” issue.MEGA magazine’s May 2011 issue with Kim Chiu on the cover will be available nationwide on May 1st. Congrats Kim! Another superb cov...

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Gloria Romero leads GMA-7's upcoming family drama, ‘Munting Heredera’

GMA-7 offers its first family-oriented drama on primetime this year with the launching of Munting Heredera. Playing the lead role of Doña Anastacia, a rich widow in search of her "munting heredera", is no less than multi-award winning actress and one of the original Queens of Philippine cinema, Ms. Gloria Romero, who now makes her television debut with the Kapuso Network. Joining Ms. Gloria Romero are some of today's biggest names in drama, Mark Anthony Fernandez, Camille Prats, Katrina Halili, Neil Ryan Sese, Ynez Veneracion, Leandro Baldemor, Gabby Eigenmann, Luz Valdez, Joyce Ching, Kristal Reyes, Kristoffer Martin, and Asian Television Awards best actor Mr. Roderick Paulate, who himself began his notable career as a child actor. The...

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Brother, Can You Spare a Ring? Big Apple Circus Goes Topless at Ballparks

First stop on the Big Apple Circus Havin' a Ball Tour: Aliance Bank Stadium, Syracuse.How desperate are they? When I think of a circus appearing at a ball park, I think of Ringling-Barnum after the Hartford Fire. I think of Ringling-Barnum after the fall of the big top, during its first "indoor" years making do at fairgrounds and ball parks.I do not think of something very magical, glamorous, or exciting.I once made Don Marcks not very happy (actually, more than once) when I expressed my lack of interest in watching a circus at a ballpark. To Don, any true blooded circus fan would be quite happy to see a circus anywhere.OK, so enough. This is about Big Apple's latest make-do effort (and maybe not such a bad one) to stay on some kind...

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27th Star Awards for Movies Nominees Unveiled!

The Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) announced the nominees for this year’s Star Awards for Movies. Happening on June 17, 2011.Here's the complete list of nominees for the 27th Star Awards for Movies:Movie of the YearEmir (Film Development Council of the Philippines)Here Comes The Bride (Star Cinema/Quantum Films/OctoArts Films)Rosario (Cinemabuhay International/Studio5)Sa 'Yo Lamang (Star Cinema)Shake, Rattle & Roll 12 "Punerarya" (Regal Entertainment, Inc.)Ang Tanging Ina Mo, Last Na 'To (Star Cinema)Digital Movie of the YearDonor (Spark Films)Mayohan (Cinemalaya Foundation Inc./Alpha Dog Productions)Muli (MJM Peoductions)Senior Year (Digitang Studios/Metric Films)Sigwa (Beginnings Twenty Plus Production/Sineng Totoo Production/Star...

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Solenn Heussaff Covers Sense & Style Magazine May 2011 Issue

The Most In-Demand Cover Girl and Kapuso Rising Star, Solenn Heussaff grabs another cover via Sense & Style Magazine May 2011 Issue. The Filipino-French Model-Actress is wearing this season’s long, lean silhouettes on the cover that makes her look more dazzling. At the first glance on the cover, it looks like international-singer Jennifer Lopez. Right? Aside from Solenn, other features inside Sense & Style’s May 2011 issue include “12 Shows You Shouldn’t Miss at Philippine Fashion Week”, “The Healing Power of Flowers”, “Seasonal Dressing” and more! Grab your copy of Sense & Style Magazine May 2011 Issue with the very sexy and tempting Solenn Heussaff on cover. Available in all leading bookstores and newsstands na...

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AJ Perez's last TV appearance via MMK to be aired this April 30

Saksihan ang napakagandang kuwento ng pagmamahalan ng magkapatid at pagharap sa matinding pagsubok ng buhay. Sa direksyon ni Dado Lumibao, pagbibidahan ito ni Bugoy Cariño at sa kanyang huli at natatanging pagganap, ni AJ Perez.Airing Date: April 30, 2011SYNOPSIS. Homeless and orphaned, Edgar, 17, and his brother Dagul, 11, decide to go to their relatives in Samar on foot. The brothers have no money, no food, and they must walk more than 500 kilometers. Along the way, they meet people who help them but it's their love for each other that makes them strong and  determined to finish their journey...."Director: Dado Lumibao       Writer: Benson LogronioCast: AJ Perez as Edgar          ...

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"Water For Elephants" -- I Have Questions, Call Me Dumbo

When Water for Elephants is Netflixable, I think I will take another look, even though I have little interest in seeing it again, but it left me with so many questions. I tried to follow along, perhaps there is still much about the mysterious world of sawdust, spangles, and S&M that I do not yet understand. Here are some of my questions and confusions:* Clumsy scripting? Why is the first issue to be raised that of elder abuse (the older Jacob disoriented on the Circus Vargas lot, grousing about uncaring children and the senior home in which he lives), or is this cameo intended to subliminally prepare us for the issue of elephant abuse that lies ahead?* Fabulous product placement for Circus Vargas! Cheers to the Nelson & Katya Quiroga-Tabares,...

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‘Dwarfina’ starring Heart Evangelista and Dennis Trillo will end in 2 weeks' time

GMA-7's high-rating telefantasya Dwarfina comes down to its final two weeks with the tiny heroine set on fulfilling her royal duties as princess of the Duwende Kingdom.The fate of the Duwende World now rests in the tiny hands of Dwarfina after Romera's (Angelika dela Cruz) gruesome assassination of Abiana (Jackielou Blanco).But until recently, Dwarfina still hasn't figured out how to use the magical sword, which is the only way to defeat the black duwendes. Fortunately for Dwarfina, Elvin offers to train her on how to use the sword until she is finally ready to go into war in Kamurayaw.Meanwhile, Lyndon makes it to the Duwende World after drinking a special potion from Dweinstein (Fabio Ide). His loyal sidekick Buddy (Yogo Singh) also tags...

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‘Imortal’ Airs its Finale this Week!

Kapamilya Viewers should not miss the most anticipated immense scenes of John Lloyd Cruz and Angel Locsin as the well-loved and phenomenal hit TV Series, Imortal bids farewell this week on ABS-CBN.Imotal's last five episodes will definitely keep the audience amaze and surprise! Aside for the superb and cool action stunts and grave scenes, viewers must witness the most unforgettable and unusual ending as what the two lead characters stressed during their interviews on the past few days.Imortal was premiered on October 4 as part of the 60th Anniversary of Philippine Soap Opera. It was debut at no. 1 in Mega Manila and landed at no. 2 on Nationwide TV Ratings. On its following days and weeks, ‘Imortal’ has totally occupied and dominated the Mega...

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‘Pilipinas Got Talent’ Season 2 Top 36 Semi-Finalists Revealed!

On its 2nd Season, the biggest Philippine talent show, ‘Pilipinas Got Talent’ has finally announced the Top 36 Semi-Finalists out of 174 talented contestants who passed the nationwide auditions. In alphabetical order, here's the complete list of the Top 36 semi-finalists of Pilipinas Got Talent Season 2...Angel Calalas - 22, Cainta, Rizal (Hula Hoop Tricker)B4 (Baguio Boom Boom Boys) - Baguio City (dance group)Bourbon Duo - Feliz Ria Pichay, 23, Makati City (Pole dancer)Brian Brady - 10, Cabungaan, Laoag City (Filipino-raised American singer)Buildex Pagales - 15, Digos City, Davao del Sur (singer / musician)Collins Gutierrez - 24, San Pedro, Laguna (singer)Dance Selection - Taguig City (cheerdancers / acrobats)DJP Trio - Bacolod City,...

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'ASAP ROCKS' celebrates EASTER with a Brand New Episode this Sunday!

Easter-rrific Sunday kicks off with Angeline and Vincent B2B with the cast of Mula Sa Puso, Imortal, Good Vibes, HYY, Banana Split and MLKI!!Turn the Lights on with the one and only Gary V as he celebrates 28th amazing years in the business!!!Box Office Queen Ai Ai Delas Alas reigns supreme with a one of a kind Royal Performance!ASAP's newest summer dance craze! Patapatapon with the Goin Bulilit Kids, Supahkids plus Bugoy! Brenna! Xyriel and Zaijan!!!Superb On Stage!!! Sarah G showcases another unparalleled SOS Treat!!ASAP Sessionistas and ASAP Acoustic Republic!!Champions Face Off! Christian! Erik! Angeline and Sarah!!Toni G! and Marie Digby in one sensational acoustic performance.Dance U with Mom and Daughter Duos! Valerie and Fiona! Yayo...

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Yeng Constantino is “Rock Chic” on CHALK Magazine May 2011 Issue

“Rockoustic Princess” Yeng Constantino is the latest cover girl of the no.1 campus magazine in the country, CHALK Magazine. The magazine tags the 2011 MYX Music Awards’ Favorite Artist as “Rock Chic” which truly reflects on her presence on this cover. Yeng is currently seen in ABS-CBN’s late night musical show, Music Uplate Live! She’s also one of the top performers in the Sunday musical variety show, ASAP Rocks. Yeng is schedule to do a series of out of the country shows this upcoming June. Aside from Yeng, other features inside Chalk’s May 2011 issue include “17 Hot Bands”, “10 Ways to Keep Local Music Alive”, “Summer IT List” and more.This issue is now available nationwide wherever magazines are so...

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‘Good Vibes’ on Easter Sunday

There will be a ceasefire between the characters of Sam Concepcion and Enrique Gil this week on Good Vibes as the country's favorite teen barkada observes Holy Week with the rest of the nation.In the program's Easter Sunday special, Marc (Sam) and the rest of the dance troupe will help Troy (Enrique) organize a fundraising event for Childhaus, a facility that serves as a home to young patients of grave illnesses. Troy's mom, who died of cancer, supported Childhaus when she was still alive. Will this serve as a bonding activity that will pull the brothers closer? Or will it cause more conflict? Also find out this week why Marc and Monique (Coleen Garcia) broke up, and why she's still miffed about it. Meanwhile, being of service isn't...

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Angel Locsin Leads FHM's 100 Sexiest 2011 Poll

Reigning Philippines’ Finest Angel Locsin leads the FHM Philippines' 100 Sexiest Women of the World 2011 Poll. This is according to the first partial and unofficial results released by FHM Philippines yesterday.Here is the current ranking of the Top 10 as of April 19, 2011:1. Angel Locsin2. Cristine Reyes3. Marian Rivera4. Sam Pinto5. Solenn Heussaff6. Jennylyn Mercado7. Rhian Ramos8. Katrina Halili9. Ellen Adarna10. Ehra MadrigalThe voting, which began first week of April, is currently ongoing online and via SMS. To vote for your favorite sexiest woman to be included in the FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World 2011, log-on to www.fhm.com.ph to get the full instructions. Voting will be closed on June 15, 2011. Do you think Angel will reign...

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Water For Elephants -- Violence Trumps Circus in Depression Era Film ...

Christoph Waltz, a circus in himselfWelcome to the circus from hell, the new movie just out based upon the novel of the same name, Water for Elephants.Red lighting to your right! Animal abuse to your left! And in the center --- or only --- ring, the meanest SOB who ever blew the whistle or ran a red-light train. He's foundering in debt, in need of a star attraction to bring back the crowds, sound familiar? His lovely wife has wandering eyes for a Cornell student majoring in veterinary medicine, out of money and house in the Great Depression, his parents having just died, he having jumped aboard a train in the middle of the night in search of salvation somewhere else, finding himself in the sleazy, creepy clutches of Benzini Bros Circus.You...

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The Sassy Gonzaga Girls Cover Yes! Magazine May 2011 Issue

The Number One Entertainment Magazine in the country, Yes! Magazine has unveiled their latest issue! And on its May issue, The Sassy Gonzaga Girls (Alex and Toni) is on the cover of Yes! “CELEBRITY HOME” issue. The Sassy Gonzaga Girls show on Yes! their bedrooms, open their closets, and lighten up their classical, formal home with their laugh-out-loud brand of sisterly affection.Aside on Toni & Alex Gonzaga's Taytay home, Yes! Magazine also features Carla Abellana's stylish Townhouse in Q.C. and Jolina Magdangal's Shop, Salon & Resto located in Tagaytay. Plus a feature on the Azkals “Ambassadors for Football” James & Phil. Also on the issue, are the exclusive cute shots of Judy Ann Santos together with her daughter Yohan. YES!...

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Twitter Time: German Circus War "Shootout" Over Lot Space Leaves Six Injured, Rival Big Tops in Disarray; Baraboo Rues Lost Role In "Water" ...

Regensburg, Germany, NewsCore via Covington Connected: Here's one for the books. Two German big tops battling it out over the same lot space, the ruckus ending up in gunfire, injured personnel, tent poles, canvas and props in lovely abstrat disarray. Each of the "warring circus clans" reported to have camped out and dug in on the eastern fringe of the southern German city of Regensburg. In fact, on about the exact same spot.Hey, Rube! One victim left with a bullet wound in his leg, five others, ages 17 to 15, being nursed for modest to moderate injuries. Report is sketchy, not naming the circuses, naming only one Helmut Brumbach, seen above, a "circus director" surveying the damage. Police evidently not buying the same-lot rivalry angle,...

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Kapuso Network will air heartwarming programs and movies about love this Holy Week

GMA presents inspiring and heart-warming programs in commemoration of the Holy Week starting Maundy Thursday, April 21. At 10:30am, revisit the life of Philippine's national hero in the movie Jose Rizal as portrayed by Cesar Montano. This is followed by Richard Gutierrez and Angel Locsin's Let The Love Begin and Mark Herras and Jennylyn Mercado's Lovestruck. CBN Asia's Tanikala comes next with its first feature, Kulam, starring Sexbomb Izzy Trazona. At night, the network proudly presents the Philippine TV premiere of Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera's romantic comedy, You To Me Are Everything followed by another Richard-Angel team-up in The Promise. For Good Friday, Dingdong, Iza Calzado and Karylle Padilla show how love conquers...

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‘Catch Me… I’m In Love’ Hits P118.12 M in 4 Weeks

After 1 month of showing in theaters nationwide, the romantic-comedy film from Star Cinema entitled ‘Catch Me… I’m In Love’ has already grossed more than P118.12 million. This is according to the latest figures released by Box Office Mojo Philippines for the period April 13–17, 2011. (to see the figures, click HERE) The first team-up project of Sarah Geronimo and Gerald Anderson in the big screen is the first-ever pinoy film (out of 5) who’ve reached the P100 Million Status. ‘Catch Me… I’m In Love’ remains its no. 1 position for almost 3 weeks now. Meanwhile, the romantic-action film “Tum: My Pledge of Love” starring Robin Padilla and Mariel Rodriguez has earned P4.85M on its second week run from 22 theaters. On Black Saturday,...

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‘Party Pilipinas Rewind’ this Easter Sunday

This Easter Sunday, April 24, Party Pilipinas revisits some of its most cherished and most memorable episodes with Party Pilipinas Rewind. From the most exhilarating to the most popular, Party Pilipinas picks out from among a year's worth of exciting numbers some of the best executions ever seen on the program. The party begins with a mash-up of hits from Party P. mainstays Regine Velasquez, Jaya, La Diva, Glaiza de Castro, Rochelle Pangilinan, Carla Abellana, Kris Lawrence, Gian Magdangal, Geoff Taylor, Jay Perillo, Mark Bautista, Frencheska Farr, and Rachelle Anne Go. Then witness once more a breathtaking production number from Shinky Girls, Rachelle Ann and Kyla followed by an equally stunning performance from the Glam Girls,...

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‘In The Name Of Love’ Full Trailer Released!

After unveiling the final movie poster of the highly-anticipated romantic movie ‘In the Name of Love’, Star Cinema has now released the full trailer of the film starring Jake Cuenca, Aga Muhlach and Angel Locsin.It was first premiered on the official website of the movie at exactly 12:00 noon today, and it follows on Youtube where it was uploaded in the Official Youtube Account of Star Cinema.“In the Name of Love” is Star Cinema’s 18th anniversary movie offering under the direction of Ms. Olivia M. Lamasan, the director behind the awarded-film ‘In My Life’ last 2009. (movie screenshots)It was Jericho Rosales who sang the theme song of this upcoming film from Star Cinema. Jericho does a heartfelt rendition of Rey Valera 's “Naaalala Ka” which...

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Sunday Morning, Looking Back: Who is He?

Bill Pruyn, musician in the Ringling-Barnum band, 1953He later served as musical director of the Big Sh...

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Inside Job, the Movie: How Much Lower Can U.S. Greed & Corruption Sink?

This is a film well worth your time. Powerfully clear, probing, to the point.You have already heard that the scoundrels who got us into the mess (there's two, maybe three of them up there) were retained by two administrations (sorry but corruption crosses party lines) to save the day, the country, the world. Mostly, to save themselves and their millions.Now you can view up closer many of these shameless con artists on parade (but not yet on parole) in action. This film's spot-on commentary is cool and patient in its pursuit of the few players who agreed to talk (not one of the principals cooperated). It nonetheless places the crooks at the scene of the crimes before each was recruited to clean up the mess by selling more lies to shake...

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'In The Name of Love' Official Movie Poster Released

Star Cinema has released the official movie poster of their upcoming groundbreaking dramatic film titled "In The Name Of My Love" top billed by the premiere Leading Man of his Generation Aga Muhlach and the country’s Finest and one of the brilliant young actresses of today, Angel Locsin.“In the Name of Love” is Star Cinema’s 18th anniversary presentation and can be considered as the grandest film of 2011 because of its undeniably powerful impact and production which took two years to make.The theme of the movie is a mixture of romance, drama and action as what Aga and Angel’s stressed during their past interviews. It was reportedly a few months ago that some of the scenes were shot in Japan and one of the scenes will feature the magnificence...

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