Juris Will Record Music Album in South Korea

Masaya ang acoustic pop singer na si Juris Fernandez dahil kamakailan ay nai-release na ang kanyang EP album na If You and Me sa South Korea.

Ayon sa singer-songwriter, isang Korean producer ang nakipag-usap sa kanyang recording company at manager upang sabihin ang kanilang interes na kunin siya.

"We had a recording here talaga, 'tapos send lang lahat via e-mail. 'Tapos siya na ang nag-ayos lahat," kuwento ni Juris sa kung paano ang naging proseso ng paggawa ng kanyang six-track album, na inilabas sa Korea noong Nobyembre 2010.

Dagdag pa niya, "Pinapili kami ng mga kanta. Nag-change sila ng mga songs na sikat doon. 'Yong iba kasi English.

"But they've added a song na 'Officially Missing You' kasi sikat yata doon and I have one song from my album dito na isinama nila dahil nagustuhan nila 'yong ginawa ko, 'yong ginawa ni Mr. Junjee Marcelo, 'Opposites Attract.'

"Nakakatuwa, siyempre I'm very happy and feel so blessed. And I wanna say thank you siguro sa mga nagre-request do'n or via Internet din, naririnig 'yong mga kanta ko.

"Although hindi ko alam kung nakakatuwa 'yong dina-download at ikinakalat n'yo. I don't know, I guess bale natulungan din 'yong gano'ng klase. Kaya lang sana maganda kung 'yong actual album."

Kasama sa album na ito ang dalawang Korean songs na isinalin sa Ingles. Ito ay ang album title na hango sa kantang "If" ni Taeyeon ng Girls of Generation at ang kanta ni Baek Ji Young na "Do Not Forget," na ginamit bilang theme song ng Korean drama na Iris.

Kasabay ba ng album na ito ang pagpasok ni Juris sa international music scene, katulad ng nangyari sa noo'y YouTube sensation na si Charice?

Natawa nang malakas si Juris at sinabing, "Kaya lang, hindi ako Charice. Hindi ko kaya 'yong taas ng boses ni Charice. Sana magustuhan nila 'yong normal lang."

Gayunman, positibo ang dating bokalista ng bandang MYMP na magugustuhan ng mga Korean ang kanyang EP album. Hindi naman ito nalalayo sa pangkaraniwang uri ng musika sa Korea.

Aniya, "Masaya 'yong tugtog nila, masaya 'yong music nila. Very catchy, actually, 'yong mga music nila.

"Noong narinig ko nga 'yong mga original, okay siya talaga. 'Tapos noong trinanslate, very relatable.

"Simple lang pero very relatable, madaling intindihin. I'm sure makaka-relate naman ang mga tao."

Sa ngayon, digitally released na rin ang EP album sa ilalim ng Star Records.

"Hopefully, we can release an actual album. Pero dadagdagan po kasi yata ng mga original song din, maybe second quarter ng year na 'to."

Sandara Park Takes a Private Vacation in the Philippines

Korean pop star Sandara Park recently went on a 5-day vacation in the Philippines, but avoided the public eye ever since she arrived last January 8 with her sister Durami.

Set to debut with the rest of the girls of 2NE1 this February in Japan, Park had some rest and relaxation and saw some friends in the country she treats as her second home.

However, she had to follow the directive of her management, YG Entertainment, not to have any public appearances or interviews including photos taken with fans as it was vacation time for her and she is not to concern herself with work-related activities.

Park, of course, had to see her “Star Circle Quest” friends first and foremost, and fortunately had the chance to meet Melissa Ricks on the eve of her birthday.

She was also able to meet up with soon-to-be married Roxanne Guinoo and see her friend’s 3-month-old baby during an out-of-town trip.

Joross Gamboa also took her to Ricks’s party too, where she met the birthday celebrant’s rumored boyfriend Jake Cuenca and talked to a longtime fan, actor Enchong Dee.

She also caught up with the ABS-CBN Star Magic and "ASAP" staff at their offices.

Park was also able to meet Jed Madela, Sam Concepcion, Young JV, Drei Felix, Nyoy Volante, RJ Jimenez, and fellow Korean, "Pinoy Big Brother" teen Ryan Bang, who was overly hyper when they were introduced to each other.

Park also took the time to see her high school barkada.

The singer also bonded with her sister and some friends in Subic Bay in Zambales, where she watched dolphins, sea lions, tigers, and other animals she missed visiting during the time she shot for 2NE1 TV’s first season.

She also went boating at one of Bataan’s private resorts.

She went shopping for her favorite Filipino treats such as dried mangoes and “inipit” and “pasalubong” for 2NE1 members Park Bom, Minzy, and CL.

Park also stuffed herself full of her favorite Filipino dishes such as sinigang na hipon, sisig, and pakbet, and spaghetti and chicken from a fast-food chain.

As much as Park wanted to extend her stay for Guinoo’s wedding, she was also keen on going back to Korea yesterday, January 12, since her brother Sang-hyun (or Thunder as he is now known in Korea) is making his comeback onstage in Korea with the idol group MBLAQ today, January 13.

Parks wants to give him her all out support as his group launches their first full album.

But before she left the Philippines, Park left a very special message for her Filipino followers, old and new.

“Kamusta? Pasensya na kayo sa ‘kin. This time ‘di ako nagpakita sa inyo… Private vacation ko kasi with my sister. Kaya sana ‘di kayo tatampo sa ‘kin. Hope to see you guys next time and sana kasama ko na ang 2NE1 girls din. Yeah! Thank you sa support niyo! Mahal ko kayo!”

Sarah Geronimo Breaks Silence Over Rift With Cristine Reyes

Pop Star Princess Sarah Geronimo finally broke her silence on Friday over a rift with sultry actress Cristine Reyes which started last year.

During a press conference for her upcoming Valentine show with Martin Nievera, Geronimo failed to evade the entertainment media when she was asked for a reaction to Reyes’ posts in the microblogging site Twitter last December.

Reyes used Twitter to vent her anger against Geronimo, her “ASAP XV” co-host, over an alleged remark by the Pop Star during the dress rehearsals for the musical variety show. Geronimo reportedly said that sexy women are always after men who are good dancers.

According to Geronimo, Reyes’ tweets caught her off-guard. She said that she does not speak behind someone’s back, and if she has something against someone, she directly approaches the person to confront him or her.

“Kaya po nagulat po ako talaga ako sa nangyari kasi ako po totoo po lahat ng pinakikita ko. Hindi ako marunong mam-plastic ng isang tao. Kung may galit ako, kung may sama ako ng loob, sasabihin ko sa ‘yo. Nagulat na lang ako,” Geronimo said.

The singer stressed she was not insinuating "something" during the controversial “ASAP XV” rehearsal.

“Sabi ko naman ho, ako ay wala talaga akong intensyon na makasakit ng tao, na mang-insulto ng pagkatao ng isang tao. Hindi ko nakita sa mga magulang ko 'yon. Nagulat lang po ako na magkakaganoon,” she said.

Reyes already apologized via Twitter for the fuss she had caused. Geronimo, meanwhile, refused to comment about the said apology.

“Ayaw ko po muna sumagot, sumasakit ang dibdib ko. ‘Wag na lang muna po natin pag-usapan,” she said.

The singer-actress also revealed that she and actor Rayver Cruz are not on speaking terms after the latter admitted that he was the one who told Reyes about Geronimo's remarks during the rehearsals for the musical variety show.

Asked if she would like to clarify the real status of her relationship with the actor, she said: “Saka na lang po ako magsasalita. Pag-ako nagsalita bonggang bongga salita. (Kelan yan?) 2012...ha ha ha ha.”

The Pop Star Princess claimed that she does not want people to think that she is just using the issue to promote her forthcoming Valentine concert.

Although there was never a confirmation, Cruz and Geronimo were repeatedly rumored to have been a couple. Reyes is currently the girlfriend of Cruz.

Sharon Cuneta Suffers Overfatigue on Her Birthday Concert

Sharon Cuneta suddenly felt ill right after the finale of her birthday concert at the Araneta Coliseum last January 11. Backstage, the ABS-CBN reporters were ready to congratulate her for having staged a successful event. But the Megastar wasn’t able to give an interview since she seemed to be suffering from over-fatigue. She went straight to her dressing room and was quickly assisted by the paramedics. Many couldn’t help but feel worried, however, when she had to use a wheelchair as she was escorted out of Araneta together with husband Kiko Pangilinan and other companions.

The audience witnessed how Sharon accidentally slipped earlier during her rock and roll production number with Billy Crawford and RJ Jacinto. But afterwards she even joked about her fall and was still able to finish the concert without any other glitch. Whether or not it has a contributing factor to Sharon’s sudden illness is still unclear though. The Megastar, however, had been sick last week and might have not completely recovered yet.

In the meantime, it was certainly a night to remember for Sharon’s fans with all the spectacular production numbers. First off, the Megastar sang a medley with Star Power’s five finalists Akiko Solon, Monica Sacay, Angeline Quinto, K-La Rivera, and Krissel Valdez. KC Concepcion and Sam Milby wowed the audience next with their amazing acrobatic dance moves. Ai-Ai de las Alas’s surprise sexy dance number was also one of the highlights of the show.

A romantic rendition of Sharon’s movie themes were also showcased by the three kilig love teams of Piolo Pascual and KC; Sam Milby and Toni Gonzaga; and Jericho Rosales and Karylle. They sang “Dapat Ka Bang Mahalin,” “Pagdating Ng Panahon,” and “Kahit Wala Ka Na,” respectively. But perhaps most special of all was Sharon’s duet with the Popstar Princess Sarah Geronimo during the latter part of the show.

ASAP Rocks 4U This Sunday!

Our weekly kapamilya reunion becomes even more electrifying as dream requests from all over the world come true to life on ASAP ROCKS this Sunday.

For the past weeks, ASAP ROCKS gathered, compiled and chose from thousands and thousands of requests via Facebook, Twitter, phone calls and emails.

This Sunday, witness as ASAP ROCKS fulfill select wishes from kapamilyas all over the globe with a medley of the most requested songs, dances and
surprises.

ASAP ROCKS 4U starts off with one of the most requested opening surprises straight from your favorite ASAP stars. This showstopping blowout will definitely rock your world once more. Be there when this dream performance comes true.

CONCERT EXPERIENCE 4U!

Premiere ASAP concert artists will surely take your breath away with unstoppable back to back concert experiences.
It’s a totally divine performance from the one and only Divine Diva Zsazsa Padilla. as she bedazzles on the ASAP concert stage. The glamorous and grand staging happens this Sunday.

All star Sessionistas jam on life songs and life stories of our dear kapamilya. Relive the music and memories of kapamilyas all over the world via their personal songs and stories with live renditions from our favorite ASAP concert artists.

The ASAP vocal powerhouse – Martin Nievera, Arnel Pineda, Vina Morales, Erik Santos, Christian Bautista, Jed Madela, Yeng Constantino, Billy Crawford and Sarah Geronimo defy musical boundaries in another world class vocal display.

CELEBRATIONS 4U!

Your Sunday request special continues with another birthday concert surprise from Piolo Pascual.

Ultimate Multi Media Star Toni Gonzaga celebrates a decade of stellar showbiz supremacy.

80’s favorite English Pop/Rock band China Crisis – known for their hit song “Wishful Thinking” will grace ASAP this Sunday. Don’t miss this rare TV moment .
Plus more request surprises await from the ASAP Acoustic Stars, ASAP Ladies and the ASAP Boys.

DANCE 4U!

The most talked about dance moves hit the ASAP Centerstage. Be part of this DANCE U experience as kapamilyas all over the world dance along with the most requested moves. Find out who joins the ALL STAR Class this Sunday.

The unbeatable Supahdance showdown culminates the ASAP Dance Concert experience with the country’s best dance crews plus the ASAP Supahdance All Stars. Kim Chiu, Shaina Magdayao, Maja Salvador, Iya Villania, Bugoy, Rayver Cruz, John Pratts and Anne Curtis will burn the dancefloor.

All these desires come true this Sunday, 12:15 high noon! Don’t miss our Sunday reunion special because ASAP ROCKS for you!!!

Piolo Pascual Turns 34

Piolo Pascual turned 34 yesterday, January 12. The bankable actor is known for his head-turning physique and acting skills.

Pascual has been paired with the country's best leading ladies like Judy Ann Santos, Angel Locsin, Claudine Barreto, Regine Velasquez and Bea Alonzo.

The Philippines' "Dreamboy" starred in hit films "9 Mornings", "Bakit Di Totohanin", "Paano Kita Iibigan", "Till There Was You", "Love Me Again: Land Down Under," and others.

Pascual was also part of popular television shows like "Sa Piling Mo," "Walang Kapalit," "Lobo," and "Lovers in Paris."

Aside from singing and acting, Pascual ventured into film production, with "Kimmy Dora" as his debut project.

The "Noah" lead star is romantically linked to actress-host KC Concepcion.

Melai Cantiveros on Precious Heart Romances Presents Mana Po

Melai Cantiveros will soon star in her own teleserye together with real-life boyfriend Jason Francisco in the next installment of Precious Hearts Romances entitled Mana Po. The Prinsesa ng Masa admitted that although she is nervous, she is ready to take on the challenge. “Sobrang happy kasi nag-trust ang ABS-CBN na bigyan kami ng show. Isa itong pagsubok sa amin, sobrang mabigat na hamon ito sa amin. At the same time sa aming dalawa [ni Jason] nag-iikot ang story,” she shared. Their fellow Pinoy Big Brother Double Up ex-housemate Tom Rodriguez will portray the third wheel in their team-up in the upcoming series.

When Push.com.ph asked Melai if she is ready for the responsibilities that go along with playing the lead in her own show, she replied, “Nakaya ko naman nung nag-star ako sa Maalaala Mo Kaya at Wansapanataym. Nakaya ko naman din pero hindi ko rin masabi dahil isang araw lang [ang mga] ‘yun, eh. Ngayon matagal ito, eh. Kinabahan ako, pero gagawin ko rin naman ang lahat kung anuman ang makakaya ko.” The teleserye will be romantic-comedy, of which Melai joked, “May drama, may comedy, may hahaha! May pressure, romance, may love story. Basta halo-halo. Sila na lang bahala maglunok (absorb).”

The Inday Kenkay ng GenSan is a mainstay of the daily gag show Banana Split and will also be one of the hosts an upcoming reality-based show, I Dare You, opposite Jericho Rosales and Iya Villania. She also revealed that an offer to make an indie film in the future is also possible.

Melai said that she is open to have other leading men besides Jason, but admitted that she is most comfortable working with her boyfriend. “Naka-try naman po ako ng ibang leading man gaya sa Inday Bote sa Wansapanataym kahit maiksi lang. Pero okay din lang kaming dalawa ni Jason dahil leading man ko naman din siya sa halos lahat ng projects.” She related that she just feels uncomfortable if she has a new leading man, and an intimate scene is required, such as that with Sam Milby in Impostor and they had to do a kissing scene by the seashore. “Naiilang kasi kapag maraming tao sa mga scene na ganon kasi iba ‘pag kayong dalawa (Melai and Jason) kahit maraming taong nanonood.”

She happily revealed that their relationship is now on its 11th month and despite their away-bati relationship, she is happy that they have grown more understanding of each other.

Kim Chiu and Gerald Anderson Will Remain Special to One Another

Walang katotohanan na tinatapos na nina Gerald Anderson at Kim Chiu ang kanilang friendship. Ito ang malinaw na mensahe ng dalawa sa report sa The Buzz nitong January 9.

Recently ay tumungong South Korea si Kim para doon mag-Pasko at marami ang nagsabing, ang pag-alis ni Kim ay dahil sa tindi ng kanyang sama ng loob sa diumano’y paghihiwalay nila ni Gerald. Nilinaw naman ni Kim na childhood dream kasi niya na makakita ng snow at last Christmas daw ang pagkakataon niya. “Nag-recharge lang para bagong simula. Natupad na pangarap na makasama ‘yung snow. Okay naman na-experience ko na ‘yung snow for the first time. Ang saya-saya, ang ganda,” pagbabahagi ng aktres.

Kinumpirma pa ng aktres na magbabalik-tambalan sila ni Gerald sa upcoming episode ng Your Song Presents: Kim sa darating na Pebrero.

Sa Entertainment Live naman noong Sabado kung saan naging guest si Gerald ay sinabi niyang wala nang makapagbabago sa pinagsamahan nila ni Kim. “Kahit ano pong mangyari sa amin, we’ll remain friends.” Noong Pasko nga raw ay nagbigayan pa sila ng regalo sa isa’t isa. Sinabi ni Gerald na binigyan daw siya ng bagong Blackberry phone ni Kim samantalang isang bag naman ang ibinigay niya sa aktres.

Matapos ang report sa The Buzz, ibinahagi pa ng host ng show na si Toni Gonzaga na nakikita niya sa ASAP (kung saan ay magkakasama silang host) na ayos na ang dalawa. “They’re very okay now. Masaya si Kim,” sabi ni Toni.

Tony Velasquez' s "Krusada" on Road Safety

Traffic jams, road rage incidents, and vehicular accidents are turning to be normal fare in the country’s main roads and highways due to the reckless driving of some drivers.

Their lack of discipline and utter disregard of traffic rules have led to not just wasted time but destruction of both property and life. With the growing accident rate in the Philippines, is it safe to say that Filipino drivers have really changed from the stereotype “sweet lovers” to “accident-lovers?”

This Thursday (Jan 13) in “Krusada,” Tony Velasquez will zoom in on the recent road mishaps such as the STAR tollway tragedy, which have shocked the nation. Join Velasquez as he finds out the root cause of the road safety problem in the Philippines. Who is to blame and what can be done to turn things around?

It has been Velasquez’s crusade to instill discipline among motorists in order to reduce if not eradicate the incidence of accidents in the country’s thoroughfares. But could it be that the government is also at fault for these tragedies due to inefficient infrastructures and systems in our streets?

Find out what public officials are doing to uphold the United Nations’ Action for Road Safety from 2011 and 2020 with Tony Velasquez this Thursday (Jan 13) in “Krusada” after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN.

Mara Fights Back on Mara Clara

Lalo pang tumitindi ang iringan sa pagitan nina Kathryn Bernardo at Julia Montes sa top-rating na serye ng ABS-CBN ang “Mara Clara” na siya na namang nanguna sa nationwide ratings ayons sa Kantar Media.

Tinalo na naman ng “Mara Clara” ang katapat nitong programa na “Grazilda” ng GMA 7. Nagkamit ng 32.3% na rating ang nasabing ABS-CBN serye habang 19.5% lamang ang nakuha ng kabila noong Biyernes (January 7).

Sa mga susunod na tagpo, totohanan na na may masasaktan. Hindi lang matitinding sampalan at sabunutan ang matutunghayan. Masusugatan ni Mara (Kathryn) si Clara (Julia). Ganti nga ba ito ni Mara sa pasama na pasamang ugali ng kanyang itinuring kaibigan na si Clara?

“Pagkatapos naming gawin yung mga eksena na nagsasampalan o nagsasabunutan, nagtatawanan kami pagkatapos,” kwento ni Kathryn. “Syempre naman po hindi naman namin kasi naisip na gagawin namin yun sa isa’t isa. ‘Di naman po kasi namin yun magagawa sa tunay na buhay talaga. Hanggang television lang po iyon,” pahayag naman ni Julia.

Sa kabilang dako, sabay sa pagsama ng ugali ni Clara ay ang pagsama rin ng mga balak ni Gary (Jhong Hilario). Ano kaya ang kanyang mga susunod na hakbang?

Abangan ang mga susunod na mangyayari sa “Mara Clara,” Lunes hanggang Biyernes sa ABS-CBN pagkatapos ng “Noah.”

Gerald Anderson Aims for a Better Physique for Buhawi Jack

Dubbed as the Action Drama Prince of the country, Gerald Anderson shared in an interview that his concentration this year will be on his upcoming projects and bettering himself.

“My new year’s resolution is to have the best body I can get. Aside for the health reasons, demanding kasi yung mga projects this year so gusto ko rin na maayos ang katawan ko,” Gerald said.

Gerald has been training everyday for his forthcoming project, “Rod Santiago’s Buhawi Jack” where he will play lead. “Arnis kasi yung martial art dito and the cast members really need to learn the basics para we can do our fight scenes well,” Gerald explained. The actor revealed that he has gathered splinters and blisters because of his rigorous training for his role.

Gerald Anderson will be paired up with the newest star in the Kapamilya stable of talents, Jewel Mische, who is also training for the said Pinoy martial art.

“Rod Santiago’s Buhawi Jack” will be aired every Saturday, starting on January 22 on ABS-CBN.

Kapamilya News Anchors Lead Most Followed TV News Personalities in Twitter

More people surfing the Internet around the world are following tweets of ABS-CBN multimedia journalists and anchors in the famous social networking site Twitter.

Based from the list made by the New Media Philippines blogsite, nine out of the ten most followed TV news personalities in the country are from the Kapamilya Network.

According to the blog’s report last month, Karen Davila topped the list with 130,168 followers. She was followed by Kim Atienza (124,955), Julius Babao (86,051), Ces Drilon (69,063), Ginger Conejero (51,356), Gretchen Fullido (51,354), Atom Araullo (47,491), TJ Manotoc (47,311), and Pinky Webb (38,594). The list didn’t include journalists from print and online media.

The use of new media by ABS-CBN’s anchors and reporters has made them multimedia journalists who not only report news on-cam but also online via www.abs-cbnNEWS.com, and social networking and microblogging sites such as the widely used Twitter.

ABS-CBN News pioneered and pushed to mobilize new media and technology to reach more Pinoys around the globe. ABS-CBN was the first network to use the high-tech augmented reality technology in a newscast during the Halalan 2010 coverage and until now it continues to use such advanced mechanism in reporting news in “TV Patrol” and “Bandila.”

In 2010, a Pulse Asia nationwide survey showed that ABS-CBN is the most credible TV network in the country with 72% Filipinos saying ABS-CBN gave the most credible TV news coverage of the May 2010 elections. ABS-CBN scored higher than GMA, which had only 63% believing in its credibility, and TV 5 with only 32%.

ABS-CBN News also capped 2010 on a high note with its primetime newscast “TV Patrol” emerging as the number one news program for 2010 with an average rating of 31.2%, according to data from Kantar Media.

Keep tuning in to ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs programs daily on ABS-CBN and continue to follow its news anchors and reporters on Twitter.

MMK and Goin Bulilit Rule Nationwide

“Maalaala Mo Kaya” and “Goin’ Bulilit” are the most watched programs nationwide last weekend.

JANUARY 7, 2011 – FRIDAY:

Daytime:
Gising Pilipinas (1.0%) / Kape’t Pandasal (1.6%) vs. Rescue (Replay) (1.3%)
Umagang Kay Ganda (5.9%) vs. Unang Hirit (4.6%)
Dora The Exporer (6.4%) vs. Doraemon (8.6%)
Spongebob Squarepants (8.0%) vs. Jackie Chan Adventures (9.8%)
Mr. Bean (6.1%) vs. Shaman King (10.5%)
Banana Split Daily Servings (6.6%) vs. One Piece (11.7%)
Kapamilya Blockbusters ‘Dahil Mahal Na Mahal Kita’ (11.8%) vs. Love Ni Mister Love Ni Misis (6.2%) / Kapuso Movie Festival ‘A.B. Normal College Todo Na Yan! Kulang Pa Yun!’ (12.7%)
Showtime (13.3%) vs. Eat… Bulaga! (18.7%)
Malparida (11.1%) vs. Ang Yaman Ni Lola (10.8%)
Juanita Banana (11.8%) vs. Little Star (11.0%)
Shoutout (8.1%) vs. Koreana (15.5%)
Alyna (10.0%) vs. Temptation Of Wife (21.0%)

Primetime:
Sabel (20.6%) vs. Bantatay (19.4%)
TV Patrol (26.1%) vs. 24 Oras (20.2%) vs. Willing Willie (11.5%)
Noah (28.3%) vs. Jillian: Namamasko Po! (17.3%)
Mara Clara (32.3%) vs. Grazilda (19.5%)
Imortal (29.6%) vs. Beauty Queen (16.9%)
Kristine (19.6%) vs. The Baker King (15.8%)
Perfect Match (15.1%) / SNN Showbiz News Ngayon (6.7%) vs. Bubble Gang (11.7%)
Bandila (4.0%) vs. Saksi Liga Ng Katotohanan (6.2%)
S.O.C.O. (4.2%) vs. OFW Diaries (2.9%)

JANUARY 8, 2011 – SATURDAY:

Daytime:
Salamat Dok (2.4%) vs. Pinoy MD Mga Doktor Ng Bayan (2.5%)
Kabuhayang Swak Na Swak (3.4%) vs. Hanep Buhay (4.2%)
Honey Watch Out (3.2%) vs. Tamagotchi (5.5%)
I Got It (4.8%) / The Adventures Of Jimmy Neutron Boy Genius (6.5%) vs. Bakugan Battle Brawlers (7.2%)
Avatar The Legend Of Aang (7.6%) vs. Art Angel (6.2%)
Spongebob Squarepants (7.9%) vs. One Piece (7.0%)
Boys Over Flowers Forever (9.8%) vs. Maynila (7.0%)
Kapamilya Holiday Blockbusters ‘Finding Nemo’ (17.7%) vs. Kapuso Megahit Festival ‘Superman’ (11.0%)
Showtime (15.2%) vs. Eat… Bulaga! (Saturday) (20.2%)
Entertainment Live! (8.4%) vs. Startalk (7.3%)
Failon Ngayon (10.3%) vs. Misteryo (8.6%)
Kapamilya Saturday Blockbusters ‘Villa Estrella’ (16.5%) vs. Wish Ko Lang! (12.5%) vs. Willing Willie (Saturday) (10.0%)

Primetime:
TV Patrol Weekend (23.4%) / Wansapanataym (25.4%) vs. The Baker King Special Request (16.4%)
Star Circle Quest (24.9%) vs. 24 Oras Weekend (20.5%)
Maalaala Mo Kaya… (25.8%) vs. Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho (17.5%)
Laugh Out Loud (13.1%) vs. Imbestigador (13.8%)
Banana Split (8.3%) vs. Comedy Bar (7.8%)
The Bottom Line With Boy Abunda (3.4%) / Sports Unlimited (1.6%) vs. Walang Tulugan With Master Showman (2.3%)

JANUARY 9, 2011 – SUNDAY:

Daytime:
The Healing Eucharist (4.9%) vs. In Touch (0.7%)
Kabuhayang Swak Na Swak (4.0%) / Salamat Dok (4.4%) vs. Pinoy MD Mga Doktor Ng Bayan (3.9%)
Beyblade (4.7%) vs. Blazing Teens 2 (5.7%) / Bakungan Battle Brawlers (7.8%)
Matanglawin (8.5%) vs. Aha (9.0%)
Kapamilya Sunday Blockbusters ‘When Love Begins’ (12.6%) vs. Kapuso Movie Sunday Festival ‘Spirit Of the Glass” (15.7%)
Asap Rocks (14.1%) vs. Party Pilipinas (10.7%)
Your Song Presents Kim (12.0%) vs. Reel Love Presents Tween Hearts (11.9%)
The Buzz (11.9%) vs. Showbiz Central (8.4%)

Primetime:
TV Patrol Weekend (21.9%) vs. 24 Oras Weekend (16.8%)
Goin’ Bulilit (24.4%) vs. Pepito Manaloto Reality Sitcom (18.8%)
Rated K Handa Na Ba Kayo? (22.0%) vs. Kap’s Amazing Stories (18.5%) / Mel & Joey (15.9%)
Star Power Sharon’s (18.4%) vs. Show Me Da Manny (11.7%)
Sunday’s Best (4.5%) vs. Sunday Night Box Office (6.1%)
Urban Zone (2.2%) vs. Sunday Night Box Office ‘Naglalayag’ (1.0%)

Source: TNS/Kantar Media

Kapamilya Stars Goes to Cebu's Sinulog Festival

Coco Martin and Zanjoe Marudo lead a group of Kapamilya stars who will grace the Sinulog Festival in Cebu.

Hindi na talaga matitinag ang Kapamilya Karavan ng ABS-CBN Regional Network Group (RNG) sa pagbibigay-saya sa mga Pilipino, saan mang sulok ng mundo, dahil umpisa pa lang ng taon, agad itong aarangakada sa pinakaabangang Sinulog Festival sa Cebu City.

Tampok sa Kapamilya Karavan na gaganapin sa Enero 15, 4 p.m. sa Ayala Mall, Cebu City ang mga pinaka-pinaguusapang Kapamilya stars na sina Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin lead star Coco Martin, Martha Cecilia’s Kristine hottie na si Zanjoe Marudo, Ron Morales ng Sabel, Maricar Reyes ng Imortal at Shout Out mainstay na si Enchong Dee.

Walang mapagsidlan ng tuwa si Coco sa kanyang napipintong pagbisita sa mga tagahanga sa Cebu. Aniya, napapanahon lang ang kanyang partisipasyon sa Kapamilya Karavan, lalo’t matagal na niyang gustong pasalamatan ang mga Cebuano sa pagsuporta ng mga ito sa kanyang nakaraang teleserye. At ngayong darating na Pebrero, muling magbibida ang hinahangaang aktor sa Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin.

“Gusto ko i-take yung opportunity na ito upang magpasalamat sa ating mga kababayang Cebuano sa kanilang walang-sawang suporta sa mga projects ko with ABS-CBN. At siyempre, nais ko din silang imbitahan sa panibago ko na namang teleserye, sa February na po yan,” ani Coco.

Para naman kay Enchong Dee, pagkakataon na niya ito upang makapaglakbay at matunghayan ang ilan sa pinakamasasayang kapistahan sa bansa. Ani ng aktor, isang karangalan para sa kanya angmaimbitahan sa makasaysayang Sinulog Festival.

“Excited na naman akong bumiyahe at makita ang mga Cebuano sa major festival na ito!, I feel honored na mapasama dito. I’m sure sobrang magiging masaya yu’n,” sabi ni Enchong.

Hindi man niya kasama ang kanyang kasalukuyang katambal sa Martha Cecilia’s Kristine na si Bangs Garcia, nagagalak pa rin si Zanjoe na na mag-perform ulit sa Kapamilya Karavan. Ayon kay Zanjoe, masyado siyang nabiyayaan sa taong 2010, kaya’t nararapat lamang na suklian niya ito ng mga umaatikabong performance para sa kanyang mga tagahangang Cebuano.

“Siyempre, masaya talaga kung kasama ko si Bangs. Pero kahit wala siya, I’m sure marami pang magagandang tagahanga natin from Cebu ang pwede kong maging leading lady sa Kapamilya Karavan,” pahayag ni Zanjoe.

Abangan din ngayong Enero, ang muling pagpapasiklab nina Gerald Anderson, Coco Martin, Maricar Reyes at Ron Morales sa isa na namang naguumapaw sa saying Kapamilya Karavan sa pinaka-pinaghahandaang Dinagyang Festival 2011 sa Iloilo.

Huwag palampasin ang iba pang mga sorpresang handog ng ABS-CBN Regional Network Group!

Kristine Hermosa and Oyo Boy Sotto's Secret Wedding

Kasal na sina Kristine Hermosa at Oyo Boy.

Kahapon, Enero 12, ginanap ang kasal sa Club Balai Isabel sa Talisay, Batangas, ayon sa report ng ABS-CBN News.

Dumalo sa espesyal at pribadong seremonya ang buong pamilya ni Oyo at lumipad naman mula pa sa Canada ang pamilya ni Kristine.

Espesyal ang petsang ito dahil ipinagdiwang din ni Oyo (Vittorio Mari Sotto) ang kanyang ika-27 na kaarawan. Magkasing-edad sila ni Kristine (Kristine Hermosa Orille), na ipinanganak noong September 9, 1983.

Kasama sa principal sponsors ng dalawa ang ABS-CBN president na si Charo Santos-Concio at ang head ng Star Magic na si Johnny Manahan.

Nagkakilala ang dalawa sa shooting ng unang Enteng Kabisote noong 2004, kung saan gumanap si Kristine na asawa ng ama ni Oyo na si Vic Sotto.

Nagsimula naman sila mag-date noong 2006, habang ginagawa ang pangatlong Enteng Kabisote.

Noon namang Setyembre 9, 2009, ika-26 na kaarawan ni Kristine, nag-propose si Oyo sa aktres. Agad nila itong ipinaalam sa kanilang mga magulang.

Noong Mayo 2010 ay pumunta sa Canada si Oyo para mamanhikan sa mga magulang ni Kristine.

Nauna nang ikinasal si Kristine sa aktor na si Diether Ocampo noong Setyembre 2004 sa Nueva Ecija.

Noong Hunyo 2005, nag-file ng annulment papers si Kristine dahil wala umanong ibinigay na marriage certificate noong araw ng kasal. Noong Pebrero 2009 na-grant ng Court of Appeals ang annulment ng dalawa.

Si Oyo naman ay nagkaroon ng ugnayan noon sa mga aktres na sina Alessandra de Rossi, Anne Curtis, at Angel Locsin.

Piolo Pascual and Son Inigo's Duet on ASAP Rocks

The “mysterious” son of Piolo Pascual appeared on video last Sunday to sing duet with his dad on ASAP Rocks.

Actually it was a surprise prepared by the staff of ASAP Rocks.

During the first number, Piolo performs “I’ll Be There For You” and half-way through the song, Xyriel Manabat and Zaijan Jaranilla, his son in the fantaserye “Noah” joined him onstage.

When Piolo was singing his second song–”I Want To Hold Your Hand” by the Beatles–his son Iñigo Pascual showed up on video singing the same song. Piolo, who was surprised and already teary-eyed that moment continued the song as if he was singing duet with his son live on stage.

After the song, Iñigo uttered a short but sweet greeting to his father.

“Happy Birthday Pa I Love You,” he said.

So perhaps Alfie Lorenzo now believes that “Iñigo” is real and not just an “imaginary” son of Piolo as he claimed he is.

Watch the video here: