LOVE Is in the Air (Wish Lantern Festival)

Indeed, love is in the air!  Save the date and spend a lovelier valentines day by attending the Wish Lantern Festival this February 11. For those who will be in Clark Pamapanga during the Hot Air balloon festival will have the max of time with skies filled with sky lanterns after a day of watching giant balloons in the sky. That's going to be really an awesome night.

Checkout poster below to know how you can avail of access to the event.

“MUNDO MAN AY MAGUNAW” PREMIERES TODAY, January 30

EULA, Empess, Nikki, and Ejay topbill newest afternoon drama series of ABS-CBN.

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.

According to Valdes, mothers can surely relate to the story of their new series.  “I play the character of a loving mother who would sacrifice everything jus to be reunite with her daughters, “ she said.

Soyami Soya Chips: perfect healthy baon-snack alternative

PRESS RELEASE:

  

Opening of classes is forthcoming and meticulous parents’ dilemma after tuition fees, books and uniforms are far from over, for their next major concern is to assure that children’s every day baon are tasty and nutritious.

With Soyami Soya Chips, the country’s first real soya-based snack produced without trans-fat and monosodium glutamate, mothers and guardians now have the perfect healthy baon-snack alternative to the usual fruits and sandwiches.

"Nang Dahil Sa Pag-ibig" Prime Casts in a Photo Shoot

An upcoming teleserye for ABS-CBN is made official last Monday, January 23, as the prime casts of "Nang Dahil Sa Pag-ibig" did a photo shoot/announcement in ABS-CBN studio. The serye is top-billed by Piolo Pascual, Jericho Rosales, Maricar Reyes & Christine Reyes who was the recent one to join the casts. 

I believe some actors who will also be part of the show will be no less than Mr. Christopher De Leon, Denise Laurel and Rafael Rossel among others. No plot, story and character role descriptions are released yet for "Nang Dahil Sa Pag-ibig" but definitely, this is one big teleserye I'm sure everybody will look forward to this 2012. 

Meanwhile, here are some of behind-the-scene photos from the photo shoot, click here to view.

Stay tuned to this blog for more updates about "Nang Dahil Sa Pag-ibig".

Julie Anne San Jose for VANS!

This! I'm posting this because I'm such a big fan of this young lady who definitely got the swag!

Catch Julie Anne San Jose at Vans' Meet and Greet event to be held at Vans Trinoma Concept Store tomorrow, January 25 from 5pm - 7pm.

City Hunter: Biggest Korean Drama premieres on ABS-CBN

Last Friday, Jan 20, ABS-CBN held an advance screening in Dolphy Theater for its newest Korean series “City Hunter”. The screening was attended by a few members of the press and bloggers and the fans of the series’ lead star, Lee Min Ho.  This is one of ABS-CBN’s pre-Chinese New Year offerings as there are many exciting shows lined-up for this year.

I’m actually one of those excited to watch the series since I saw the plug of “City Hunter”, on TV, it looks very promising and exciting.  The series is said to be one of the biggest and most expensive action, drama, suspense and romantic Korean series of 2011.  Plus Lee Min Ho looks really hot in the series as he prepared big for this project – he trained and buffed himself and keep fit as he did all the stunts. 

My excitement is no comparable to the fans that also came to watch the screening; they were very passionate and supportive of their Korean idol, Lee Min Ho. That’s why the network executives recognized the support and the phenomenal reaction of the fans when ABS-CBN finally announced the acquisition of City Hunter by having a special preview as a treat for them.

Read more about “City Hunter” from the official press release below. You may also view photos from the event here.

LEE MIN HO IS THE ‘CITY HUNTER’

ABS-CBN kicks off the year of the dragon with the much-awaited and biggest Korean drama “City Hunter” premiering this Monday (Jan 23) in Primetime Bida.

Taking the lead in this landmark Korean productions is Asian superstar Lee Min Ho who returns on Philippine primetime TV after his hit series “Boys Over Flowers,” and “Perfect Match” on ABS-CBN.

Playing as Min Ho’s leading lady is his rumored real-life girlfriend, Park Min Young.  The two reportedly fell in love while shooting the action-drama soap.

In the series, Min Ho plays the role of Johnny Lee, a charming and smarty young man who works at the Presidential residence called the Blue House.  Little did everyone know that behind his massive appeal to women, intelligence, and pleasing personality lies a son trained to kill and seek revenge for his father.  His mission is to make five politicians responsible for killing his father pay with their own lives.

Despite being a skilled assassin, the task wouldn’t be that easy for Johnny because he has to follow three rules on his mission – he can’t trust anyone, he can’t reveal his true identity, and he can’t fall in love.  All of these will be put to test when he meets Kim Na Na (Min Young), a body guard at the Blue House.  As Johnny unintentionally falls in love with Na Na, he must also choose which path to take.  Will he choose duty or love?

Don’t miss the premiere of “City Hunter” this Monday (Jan 23), after “Pinoy Big Brother Unlinight,” in the undisputed Primetime Bida of ABS-CBN.

“SAILOR MOON AND “NARUTO” TEAM UP FOR NEW TEAM AMAZING

Back-to-back adventures are coming your way every weekday mornings as Sailor Moon teams up with Naruto in the new Team Animazing beginning this Monday (Jan 23) on ABS-CBN.

Join the most beautiful sailor-suited for love and justice in her quest to save the world in “Sailor Moon” at 8 AM.  Sailor Moon is one of the most well-loved cartoon characters by Filipinos especially during its airing in the 90s.

Usagi Tsukino is a regular middle-school girl until she met talking cat Luna which revealed her true identity as Sailor Moon, destine to save the Earth from destruction and peril.. With the help of Sailor Mercury,  Sailor Venus, Sailor Mars, and Sailor Jupiter, she must find the moo princess and a protect mankind from the evils brought by the Dark Kingdom.

After Usagi’s journey, the country’s favorite ninaja returns in the much-awaited “Naruto Shippuden 4” at 8:30 AM.

The evil Pein is determined to gain power, which is why he hunts for Naruto to catch the nine-tailed fox trapped inside his body.  Little did Naruto know what his life is endanger as he is focused on learning a new technique?  Will he be able to learn about Pein’s plans just in time?

Also joining Team Animazing are Team Nickelodeon and Team Marvel airing every weekends.  Watch the new seasons of “Go Diego Go,” “Penquins of Madagascar,” and “The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron” on Saturdays beginning 8:30 AM and the back-to-back action brought by “Spiderman” at “Incredible Hulk” on Sundays at the same time.

Don’t miss the premier of “Sailor Moon,” 8 AM, and “Naruto Shippuden 4.  Don’t miss the premiere of  “Sailor Moon” only in the new Team Animazing of ABS-CBN.

"Walang Hanggan" Advance Screening

The first week episodes of ABS-CBN’s new prime time series, “Walang Hanggan” is set to bring you glued to your seats as you begin to watch its primer today, January 16.   I was privileged to be invited to its advance screening last Saturday together with the main cast of the series and other members of the press held at the Cinema 6 of SM Megamall.

I was still overwhelmed and still in awe with our local actors with their awesome performances shown in the premiere episodes.  I would like to give highlights, in random orders, for the scenes and performances of the series’ characters I love the most.

Richard and Dawn 

            During the drama films’ reign in the 90’s, the Richard-Dawn team-up is indeed the most remarkable one. I’ve seen their movies because my mom and my aunts are super “kilig” about their love team.  I was a little younger then but I knew that they’re one of the most beautiful pairs I’ve seen in screen plus the chemistry is really undeniable. But even if they do a project together or not, Richard and Dawn are too great actors who will shine bright because they already have established acting careers in separate projects they did not to mention the awards they already have received.

            In Walang Hanggan, be ready to find that “kilig” again and you’ll be surprised to see that these two, despite the years and different lives (and partners) they had, are still capable of pulling-off the chemistry on screen. For all Goma-Dawn fans, the first episodes are sure to watch for.

Ms. Helen Gamboa

           

            Throughout the screening, the most l can remember is the character of Ms. Helen Gamboa as “Margaret Montenegro”.  I remember the director of the series said that he was, somehow, reluctant to pull the character off from Ms. Helen since she has to portray the major villain role, all because she’s genuinely very kind and soft-spoken person in real life. And we can agree to direk Jerry’s claim because during the presscon, she was really nice, sweet and very respectful when answering questions.

            But in the series, once again, she has made me a big fan of her. I first admired her at “Tayong Dalawa” giving support to the role of her daughter then played by Agot Isidro. But in “Walang Hanggan” I guess she’ll be able to gain “haters’ ten times of probably she gained from her last series.  She was great! She was awesome and I can’t wait for more of her.

            I do believe that Ms. Helen’s role in the series is really worth to win her awards, I’m cheering for her whoooot!

Ms. Susan Roces and Eddie Guttierez

            I’m not really old but I can still remember that they used to be husband and wife in some movies before and I thought then that they were indeed a real-life couple. In the series, a lot of us will be able to understand and somehow discover one “great love” we can actually relate at one point in our lives. The story of love and sacrifice of Virginia is indeed admirable, and how her decisions will affect the lives and destiny of the people she loves is something to watch out for.

            Anyway, seeing Mr. Eddie Guttierez in ABS-CBN’s show is like a “wow”, just saying :).

Coco Martin

            Fast forward to the next episodes, Coco’s portrayal of the lead role is again a lot of times proof that he is indeed the prince of primetime television’s royalty. He had me and millions of viewers in his portrayal in “Tayong Dalawa” and I have no doubt that he will fail in everything he will do especially now that one of his indie films have gone international and earned recognitions. Coco seems not acting in his scenes in "Walang Hanggan", everything he do seems real. He’s full of life and as always, fantastic! Even Richard Gomez and Ms. Helen Gamboa has nothing but good words for Coco in this series, how was that coming from two of the most respectable actors of the local showbiz industry? 

           

            Coco’s charm is unexplainable, he can capture every woman’s heart and he’ll make every girl swoons for him. 

Julia Montes   

            At first I thought she’s too young for Coco Martin and their team-up wont click because the age difference will surely be noticed. Good that Coco’s aura was able to resolve that concern. In their scenes, you would surely notice that but somehow, their acting skills helped Julia and Coco to deliver what the viewers want to see in this series.  Their story started in their childhood but the love blossomed in their pre-adult years so I guess the age gap is disregarded already, just be prepared with more “kilig” because the two is sure to give that in the coming episodes. 

I’ll be posting the second part of my reviews tomorrow; I hope you'll have a good time watching the pilot episode of “Walang Hanggan”. :)

“MY BINONDO GIRL” treats viewers with a ‘DRAGON FINALE’

Press Release:

"My Binondo Girl" will treat their loyal viewers with a grand 'Dragon Finale' as the top-rating Primetime Bida drama series top-billed by Kim Chiu is down to its last week.

 

In the last five nights, expect for more breathtaking revalations and sweet surprizes, especially from MY BINONDO GIRL love teams Jade (Kim) and Andy (Xian Lim), and Zeny (AiAi Delas Alas) and Papa Chen (Richard Yap).

Will the 'Jandy' love story have a happy ending or will tragedy strike and leave everyone crying?

Witness the final moments of MBG's memorable characters Matteo Guedecelli, Cherry Pie Picache, Gina Pareno, Ricardo Cepeda, Laureen Uy, Marina Benepayo, Eda Nolan, David Chua Samdico, and Simon Ibarra. MY BINONDO GIRL is under the direction of Malou Sevilla and Francis Xavier Pasion.

 DOn't miss the last week of MY BINONDO GIRL weeknights from January 16 to 20, after BUDOY. For more updates log on to http://www.mybinondogirl.abs-cbn.com or follow @my_binondogirl on Twitter and like www.facebook.com/abs.mybinondogirl

Samsung Series 7 Chronos, Speed and Performance, Right from the Start

Samsung Electronics Philippines  Corporation ( SEPCO), a  leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, today announced the launch of its premium Series 7 CHRONOS notebook PC during its press conference at Time Bar in Makati City.

Encased in a stunningly thin and compact aluminum chassis, the high-spec Series 7 CHRONOS with Intel’s Core i5 processor embraces the ExpressCache™* technology, providing an extra 8GB of flash memory on the motherboard. This enables a faster start-up as well as increased overall performance with up to two times faster web browsing (based on Microsoft Internet Explorer) and two seconds wake-up.

In addition to exceptional speed, the Series 7 CHRONOS also delivers maximum performance in its high quality display. Incorporating Samsung’s latest ‘MAX screen’ technology, the Series 7 CHRONOS enables users to experience an extra inch of immersive viewing without sacrificing mobility or portability with the 15” display contained within the form factor traditionally associated with a 14” model.

 

 

“Following the success of our stunning Series 9 Notebook, we are expanding our premium notebook range. With the Series 7, we have matched powerful new features with Samsung’s design and engineering excellence to produce a truly special product,” said Eric Sulit, Business Unit Head SEPCO IT. “Our goal is to create notebooks that constantly inspire and enrich customers’ lives. The Series 7 CHRONOS represents the peak of personal computing, letting you do more faster.”


Powered by Intel’s i5 processor, the Series 7 CHRONOS delivers unrivalled pace right from the start with ExpressCache™, a technology that accelerates boot-up and start times. Samsung’s FastStart sees the PC ready to use in just two seconds, a 33% time-improvement on previous models, while Quick Boot has the notebook ready to go – from cold – in just 24 seconds. 

The performance of the Series 7 CHRONOS is further enhanced by the notebook’s extended battery life. In addition to the battery life of up to 8 hours on a single charge (based on MobileMark test scores), Samsung’s Battery Life Plus technology keeps 80% of the cell’s original capacity in a life cycle lasting up to 1,500 charging cycles. This ensures that the battery can last up to five times longer than other notebooks.


See More, Experience More 

Samsung’s elite engineers have succeeded in greatly reducing the bezel size of the Series 7 CHRONOS, allowing a 15” display to fit into a profile usually used for 14” models. The result is a stunning viewing experience, with a larger screen in the form factor of a smaller model.

The Series 7 CHRONOS also benefits from Samsung’s Superior LCD technology, a display that delivers a next-generation HD+ (1600x900) high-resolution viewing experience. The Series 7 CHRONOS boasts of SuperBright 300nit brightness, 16 million colors and an anti-reflective screen, films and pictures look rich, vivid and crisp, with noticeable improvements in color depth. 

Graphics performance is guaranteed with the inclusion of an AMD Radeon HD6750M graphics card where films, games and multimedia can be enjoyed with faultless playback. Samsung’s SoundAlive™ technology then ensures that audio playback matches the visual quality to provide a mesmerizing audiovisual experience. Finally, users can also use built-in 1.3mp HD webcam to keep in touch with friends and family, all in crystal clear clarity.


Stunning Design meets Smart Usability

The Series 7 CHRONOS has been designed with an eye-catching style to complement its stunning performance. Crafted using modern  brushed-aluminum, the durable casing gives the Series 7 an exclusive, sophisticated look. Thin and compact, the 14” Series 7 weighs just 2.17kg (4.78lbs) and is just 23.9mm thick
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The Series 7 CHRONOS design is not only good-looking, it is also highly intelligent. An automatic sensor ensures the backlit keyboard and LCD are either dimmed or brightened as according to lighting levels.


Samsung has also included two pieces of software designed to improve the user experience. Easy Migration enables simple, guided data migration from the user’s previous PC to their Series 7 using either a USB connection, Wired LAN or WiFi network. Samsung’s Control Center also allows full control over the features on your PC, ensuring the user can manage their device and the way they use it.



The Samsung Series 7  is available nationwide at P59,900.

‘Walang Hanggan’ Captures the Hearts of TV Viewers this January 16

The highly-anticipated Primetime Bida drama series “Walang Hanggan” will finally premiere on January 16 (Monday), showcasing a powerhouse cast composed of two queens of Philippine cinema Susan Roces and Helen Gamboa; ‘eternal love team’ Richard Gomez and Dawn Zulueta; and the first onscreen team-up of Julia Montes and Coco Martin.

“Walang Hanggan” features the undying love that revolves around characters from three different generations: the love triangle among Virginia (Roces), Margaret (Gamboa), and John (Eddie Gutierrez); the ill-fated lovers Marco (Gomez) and Emily (Zulueta); and young sweethearts Daniel (Martin) and Katerina (Montes).

Roces expressed excitement over their newest series. She said, “I’m a fan of teleseryes myself, that’s why I’m very happy to be part of it. But what makes “Walang Hangan” more special is that this is Helen and I’s first-ever onscreen project.”

Meanwhile, Zulueta, who is set to revive love team with Gomez, took pride in the narrative that they will be offering to the audience. “The story was so great, that it was hard to turn down the role. Everyone can surely relate with the characters’ journey,” Zulueta mentioned.

While Zulueta and Gomez rekindle an old onscreen romance, Martin and Montes starts anew. Martin shared, “This is a new challenge for me since this is the first time that I’ll be doing a ‘full love story.’ But I’m getting inspiration from the fact that I’m working with the best actors and actresses of the industry.”

Completing the powerhouse cast are well-regarded actors Rita Avila, Melissa Ricks, Joem Bascon, and Paulo Avelino; with the special participation of Eddie Gutierrez and Joel Torre. The series is directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng and Trina Dayrit.

 Never miss the beginning of a story of true love bound to last forever in ABS-CBN’s biggest teleserye offering this 2012, “Walang Hanggan,” this Monday, (January 16), after “Budoy” on Primetime Bida. For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

Watch the full trailer of "Walang Hanggan" below.

CYNDI LAUPER Live in MANILA March 17, 2012 Concert

Cyndi Lauper burst onto the world stage as the quintessential girl who wants to have fun. After more than 25 sterling years and global record sales in excess of 50 million, she has proven that she has the heart and soul to keep her legion of fans compelled by her every creative move.

The beauty of Cyndi Lauper is that she has evolved into a richly multi-faceted renaissance woman who strikes a resonant chord with each project.


After winning the Grammy in 1985 for best new artist and becoming the first artist in history to have five top ten singles from a debut album, Cyndi Lauper continues to garner critical acclaim as a singer, musician, actor and writer. Cyndi has released 12 albums, over 40 singles and has sold more than 25 million records world wide.  She has been nominated for 13 Grammy Awards, 2 Emmy Awards, 2 American Music Awards, 7 American Video Awards, 18 MTV awards.  


As an actor, Cyndi has appeared in such features as Mrs. Parker and the Vicious Circle, Life With Mikey, Off and Running, Vibes and opposite Christopher Walken in her critically acclaimed dramatic role in The Opportunist.  Television credits include Queer as Folk, Live and Kicking and Noel’s House Party (both for the BBC) and her Emmy Award Winning performance (Outstanding Guest Performance in a Comedy Series) as Marianne Lugasso on Mad About You (94-99).  Cyndi has also lent her talents to other film and TV projects voicing animated projects for Disney and The Simpsons as well as scoring soundtracks for the films Off and Running, Private Property and the title song for Nick Cassavete’s, Unhook The Stars.

Cyndi made her Broadway debut in 2006, in the role of Jenny in The Threepenny Opera. When she is not writing and performing, Cyndi is continuing to develop her skills as a director, frequently working at the helm of her own music videos as well as directing for commercials like the Trivial Pursuit’s “Totally ’80s” board game.


An unwavering advocate for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) equality since the start of her career, Cyndi created the True Colors Tour in 2007.   The Tour has brought together artists like Erasure, The B-52s, the Indigo Girls, Deborah Harry and Joan Jett & the Blackhearts for shows that successfully merge great music and public awareness about the issues facing the LGBT community.


To further her role as an activist, Cyndi founded the True Colors Fund in 2008.  The non-profit seeks to inspire and engage everyone, particularly the straight community, to become involved in the advancement of LGBT equality. The Fund recently launched the Give a Damn Campaign, an extensive and innovative online public education and awareness initiative. In addition, Cyndi is the Honorary Chairperson of the True Colors Residence, the first project of its kind to provide a permanent, supportive and secure home to formerly homeless LGBT youth in New York City. In appreciation for her work, Cyndi has been honored by many organizations including the Human Rights Campaign, GLSEN and PFLAG.


Cyndi is also a tireless participant in the struggle to end the HIV/AIDS pandemic. Most recently, Cyndi has joined with Lady Gaga to be the spokespeople for the 2010 MAC Viva Glam Campaign and to educate woman about HIV/AIDS around the world. She also continues to participate in efforts and events for organizations like AMFAR, Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and the Gay Men’s Health Crisis in order to speak out about the need for education and greater resources to fight this disease.


Grab a copy of Time After Time – The Cyndi Lauper Collection, available in music store nationwide, only from Ivory Music & Video, the exclusive licensee of Sony Music in the Philippines.

TICKET PRICES

Patron A – P 5,500
Paton B – P5,000
Lower VIP – P4,500
Lower Box – P4,000
Upper Box A – P2,500
Upper Box B – P1250
Gen Ad – P750

Tickets are available NOW! Call Ticketnet at 911.55.55

Avril Lavigne Live in Manila Concert

Press Release:

When singer, songwriter, and musician Avril Lavigne first burst upon the music scene at age 17, she was known as a young, pop-punk tomboy who refused to resort to skin-baring come-ons, preferring to entice the record-buying public with her powerhouse voice, high-spirited melodies, and straight-talking lyrics. Staying steadfastly true to herself and putting music before image paid off both critically and commercially for the Canadian-born artist. Over the course of her three albums, Lavigne scored a string of international hit singles: “Complicated,” “Sk8er Boi,” “I’m With You,” “Losing Grip,” “Don’t Tell Me,” “My Happy Ending,” “Nobody’s Home,” “Keep Holding On,” “Girlfriend,” “When You’re Gone,” “Hot,” and “The Best Damn Thing.” She earned eight Grammy Award nominations, won seven Canadian Juno Awards, and sold more than 30 million albums and nearly 20 million tracks worldwide over the past eight years. 

TICKET PRICES

Patron Center – P7920
Patron Sides – P6340
Lower Box – P5280
Upper Box A – P2640
Upper Box B – P1585
Gen Admission – P530

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