Vanness Wu Returns as Kapamilya Via I Love You So (Autumn's Concerto)

A different and more mature Vanness Wu returns on Philippine television beginning Monday (Jan 24) as ABS-CBN premieres Taiwan’s highest rating romantic drama for 2009-2010, “I Love You So (Autumn’s Concerto).”

From his unforgettable portrayal of Mei Zuo in the phenomenal hit Idol drama “Meteor Garden,” Vanness takes on one of his most challenging role to date in this highly anticipated series opposite actress Ady An.

Asianovela fans online are very excited that the show will finally air on Philippine TV airwaves and even Vanness himself expressed his excitement via his Twitter account.

“Just heard Autumn’s Concerto will be aired in the Philippines… Ma HaLa Kita- Ma Bu Hai!!!” tweeted Vanness.

Don’t miss the return of Vanness Wu as a Kapamilya on the much awaited premiere of “I Love You So (Autumn’s Concerto) this Monday (Jan 24) before “Sabel” on the first and true home of Asianovelas, ABS-CBN.

Cinema One Originals 2011's Submission of Entries Extended

Top movie cable channel Cinema One extends the deadline for the submission of entries for the 7th Cinema One Originals Digital Film Festival to February 20, 2011!

Cinema One is giving this extension to consider more entries that continue to come in.

Since its inception in 2005, the Cinema One Originals become instantly recognized to be the melting pot of new talents–scriptwriters, actors and directors whose ideas and stories to present are different. This means movies that veer away from the formulaic and mainstream but which big production companies are reluctant to produce.

In the succeeding years, Cinema One Originals has paved the way for filmmakers like like Jerold Tarrog,Sherad Anthony Sanchez, Remton Zuasola, Jason Laxamana and Richard Somes to produce their films which emerged as winners in the Cinema One Originals festivals.

Cinema One Originals movies like Movies like Confessional, Imburnal, Ang Damgo ni Eleuteria, Dose, Rome & Juliet, Huling Balyan ng Buhi and Yanggaw won awards locally and were even exhibited, competed and won awards abroad.

Now on its 7th year, Cinema One Originals will carry no particular theme. Plus instead of the annual seven finalists, 10 screenplays will be chosen to receive a grant of P1million to produce his or her movie.

A full story or completed screenplay is needed for submission plus the sequence treatment of the project, the signed entry form and entrant’s updated curriculum vitae to the Cinema One Programming office at the 8th floor Eugenio Lopez, Jr. Communications Center, Mother Ignacia Ave. Quezon City, or you can call 4152272 local 3166.

Kim Atienza's Birthday Special on Matanglawin

Instead of blowing a candle on top of a birthday cake, Kim Atienza will compete with a Sumatran Tiger in swimming to celebrate his special day.
A unique birthday bash awaits Kuya Kim this Sunday (Jan 23) in “Matanglawin” as man once again battles animals in this special episode.

His sidekick Ryan Bang is also up for the challenge as he puts his strength and agility to test going against a Macaque o Rhesus Monkey in an obstacle course.

The talented kids of “Star Circle Quest” also join the fun as they challenge an alpaca in a race.

Will Kuya Kim and the rest of the gang win over these animals?

Find out in this special episode in celebration of Kuya Kim’s birthday this Sunday (Jan 23) in “Matanglawin,” 9:30 AM on ABS-CBN.

3AM: New Boy Band to Watch For

The newest boy group in the country, 3AM, gives pop-alternative sound a different thud as Mica Caldito, James Torres and Kyle Amor gear up for their debut album under Star Records.

The boys, who are the best of friends in real life, first appeared on ABS-CBN’s Music Uplate Live, the network’s late night musical-interactive show, paved the way to their popularity. They were originally ‘nameless’ when they first appeared on the “Break Mo ‘To” segment on the said late-night show. Through a poll started by the Music Uplate Live hosts namely Yeng Constantino, Tutti Caringal and Gee Canlas, the group earned the tag, “3AM”

The boys, who are managed by Cornerstone Talent Management Center, instantly became a sensation among their market and have captured a strong following in Youtube and forums. In fact, in less than a month after their initial appearance, 3AM had its fans day and was asked to return to the said show to grant an outpour of requests. Moreover, the boys have already played front act on several tours and gigs of Piolo Pascual and Yeng Constantino.

Kyle has graced a number of print and television commercials. James and Mica, on the other hand, have played as a duo in different schools in Metro Manila where they have received an overwhelming reception from the students. Also, Kyle, James and Mica were part of the defunct series, “Idol,” as Da Vince Code, Sam Milby’s band in the story. Aside from their good looks and undeniable talent as musicians, no doubt, these three will go far.

The boys are now regulars of the newest teen variety show on ABS-CBN, ‘Shout Out’ and they are part of the Tuesdelicious group. Soon, Kyle, James and Mica will be seen and heard in the upcoming movie of Maja Salvador and Mateo Guidicelli entitled “Basted.”

‘3AM’ the album is packed with a distinct acoustic sound. Four original tracks composed by Mica and one cover song are included in the audio CD: “Come Around,” “Mapapansin Mo Ba,” “Hindi Mo Lang Alam,” “When I Gave It Up Too Soon,” and their version of Justin Bieber’s “Baby”. Watch out for their first and carrier single “Hindi Mo Lang Alam” as it conquers the airwaves, and also their first ever music video made by Director Raffy Francisco which will be seen on the top music channels.

Hear a different kind of music as 3AM puts the acoustic sound to a higher notch via their first album under Star Records. Now available in record bars nationwide. Watch out as 3AM invades the malls and campuses. They are also part of Sam Milby and Yeng Constantino‘s Nationwide Rockoustic Tour. For more updates, log on to cornerstonetalents.com and www.facebook/3AM.

Digital formats of the tracks are available at www.starrecords.ph.

Kapamilya Stars on Dinagyang Festival

Keeping the festival spirit alive, Kapamilya stars are going to Iloilo this Saturday!

The spirit of fiestas will always be on as the Kapamilya Karavan of ABS-CBN Regional Network Group (RNG) once again rocks the much-anticipated Dinagyang 2011 festival in Iloilo City on January 22, Saturday, 3 p.m. at Robinson’s Place Iloilo Ledesma Carpark.

Kapamilya Karavan in Dinagyang 2011 features today’s most-talked-about Kapamilya artists Gerald Anderson of Buhawi Jack, Coco Martin of Minsan Lang Kita IIbigin, Maricar Reyes of Imortal , Ron Morales of Sabel, and the much-awaited tandem of Vhong Navarro and Angelica Panganiban in the latest Star Cinema offering Bulong.

Jazzing up this joyous festivity is the grand finals of the Dinagyang Kapamilya Dance Showdown Year 4. Matt Evans of Juanita Banana dance with Iloilo’s best dance crew on January 21, Friday, 5 p.m. at SM City Iloilo Parking Lot.

On January 23, 2011 ASAP Rocks hits the Dinagyang festival, as it flies all its maintstays and crew and airs live from Iloilo Sports Complex beginning at 12:15 p.m!

Do not miss the unending surprises only ABS-CBN Regional Network can bring!

The Death of Emerson Lozano on Failon Ngayon

News on the recovery of the burnt corpse of Emerson Lozano, son of Atty. Oliver Lozano, made it to the headlines but its seems that the related murder of Lozano’s driver, Ernani Sencil, was already forgotten with this recent development.

Ted Failon looks into Sencil’s case and see how his family is coping with his death this Saturday (Jan 22) on “Failon Ngayon.”

This week, the broadcast journalist also looks into the other brutal murders which happened recently, such as the case of Engineer Levi Dulay whose burnt corpse was found inside his car, as well as that of Venson Evangelista’s, who was found almost reduced to mere ashes and thrown among burnt tires.

Why is our society teeming with people capable of such cruelty? Are the streets in the Philippines still safe? Will the authorities serve justice to the families of these victims?

Find out on “Failon Ngayon” this Saturday (January 22), 5:30pm on ABS-CBN.

Jon Avila's Camwhoring on Laugh Out Loud

Who is this kapamilya hunk who likes to join ‘picture taking’ of other people.
Many people will surely raise their eyebrows when a stranger suddenly joins them inside a photobooth. But what if this stranger is handsome hunk Jon Avila?

Watch out for Jon as he surprises the oblivious people midway through their photobooth sessions this Saturday (Jan 22) on “Laugh Out Loud.”

Tune in also to the funny scenario involving a sexy woman hailing a cab to fetch “someone” from somewhere. Little did the cab driver know that the woman is fetching a corpse! Will the cab driver allow the sexy woman to bring the corpse inside his car?

This episode will surely tickle your funny bone in “Laugh Out Loud” with Luis Manzano and Alodia Gosiengfiao, this Saturday (Jan 22) after “MMK” on ABS-CBN.

KC Concepcion Returns From Africa

Kagabi ay nakarating na si KC Concepcion mula sa kanyang 22-hour trip from Africa. Nagpunta si KC doon last Saturday para sa kanyang kauna-unahang mission outside the country as United Nation’s World Food Programme Ambassador against hunger. Masayang-masaya si KC sa kanyang naging experience sa Uganda, Africa. “Yung mga tao doon, mahilig din sa matitingkad na kulay yung suot nila. Mahilig din sa mga bracelets. Mayroon ding tilapia doon na malalaki parang triple or quadruple ng tilapia natin dito. Yung sitwasyon nila doon ay parang mayroon tayo sa Mindanao. Nakita ko yung worst pero nakita ko rin yung best,” kuwento ni KC.

Nag-enjoy si KC sa ilang araw ng stay niya sa lugar. Anu-ano nga ba ang ginawa ng dalaga doon? “Yung first day, yun yung pinakamahirap pero favorite ko siya kasi malungkot yung lugar and very basic. Yung dry talaga yung lupa, and yung mga tao halos ay wala na talagang makain. Parang dahon sa puno yung kinakain nila, pinapakuluan nila. Talagang naglalakad sila ng malayung-malayo para makakuha ng tubig, tapos ilalagay nila sa ulo nila yung mga balde. Tapos sila rin yung hahanap ng pagkain at kahoy. Mayroong namamatay ay mayroong nadi-disgrasya dahil sa paghahanap ng pagkain, pinakita nila sa akin yun,” sabi ng aktres at host ng The Buzz.

“Then yung second and third day, ipinakita nila sa akin yung ibang mga lugar na talagang gumanda na. Natuto na rin silang magtanim para sa sarili nilang food para wala na silang problema, para wala nang mag-risk ng buhay nila. Ngayon makikita mo na nagha-harvest na sila ng corn, yung mga patatas ganun. Okay sila, nakita ko talaga yung two sides. Ang ganda-ganda, ang linis ng hangin. Ang bait-bait ng mga tao. Pulang-pula yung mga lupa, yung smile ng mga tao parang ang tagal-tagal n’yo nang magkakilala.” pagde-detalye pa ni KC.

Abangan pa ang iba niyang kwento sa The Buzz ngayong Linggo.

Cherrie Pie Picache Finally Talks About the Sexual Harrasment Issue

At the taping of the teleserye Noah, TV Patrol’s Mario Dumaual was able to get a hold of actress Cherry Pie Picache, who’s currently involved in a dispute with co-star Baron Geisler over his inappropriate behavior on the set of the show, including him touching her breasts. She finally gives a reaction to his apology, which happened on the ANC show Headstart with Karen Davila.

“He’s a young man, dapat mapaayos siya. The first step is he must be humble enough to accept and acknowledge the mistakes he has done. And then to seek help. And then that’s the only way he can prove, sa lahat ng nangyaring ito, yung totoo,” Cherry Pie stated.

The actress also took the opportunity to thank the Philippine Artists Management Incorporated (PAMI) with the actions they took for her cause. “I would really, really like to send my gratitude to PAMI, who gave their concern and solid support and put this sad experience behind me,” she said.

Cherry Pie added that she hopes the other women, who had the same incident as hers, to find justice soon. Yayo and William Martinez’ daughter Patrizha and actress Yasmien Kurdi both filled cases of harassment against the actor. “I would like to continue to pray for the support, for all the other ladies who had the sad same experience, and with a firm determination that with God’s help, we’ll be able to determine what is fair and what is just.”

Sharon Cuneta Likes Piolo Pascual for KC Concepcion

Kagabi ay naging excited ang lahat sa pagdating ni Megastar Sharon Cuneta sa presscon ng kanyang pinakabagong endorsement. Ito kasi ang kanyang first public appearance pagkatapos ng insidenteng naganap sa kanyang birthday concert. Matatandaang isinugod si Sharon sa ospital right after the event pero maayos na ang kondisyon niya ngayon. Nilinaw ng megastar ang naglabasang balita na napilay daw siya dahil sa nangyari. “There was a news item that came out na napilay ako which wasn’t true naman. Meron ding na-E.R. (emergency room) ako dahil nahulog ako, hindi ganun, aksidente lang yung pagkahulog ko,” paglilinaw ni Sharon. May issue rin na hindi na raw muling magko-concert sa Araneta Coliseum si Sharon dahil sa naganap na insidente. “Araneta ‘yan, pasasaan ba at diyan din ang uwi ko,” natatawang dagdag pa niya.

Nagbigay na rin ng reaksyon si Sharon sa napapabalitang botong-boto raw ang pamilya ni Piolo Pascual na makatuluyan ng aktor si KC Concepcion. “I’m very happy. I think Piolo’s mother and yung mga kapatid niya, they’re all blessed to have Piolo the way he loves them, and as I’ve always said I have absolutely nothing against Piolo and I think he is such a good influence on KC. I like the boy very much, what can I do,” seryosong sagot pa ni Sharon.

Jewel Mische Clears Her Statement About Relationship With Richard Gutierrez

There have been a lot of speculations about the real score between Jewel Mische and Richard Gutierrez after the former’s surprising revelations during the press con of Buhawi Jack last Tuesday, January 18. But in her latest interview with ABS-CBN reporters, Jewel clarified that it wasn’t her intention to mislead the local press when she talked about her past relationship with the Kapuso actor. “It was a big mistake. It was a mistake to mention his name, it was a mistake to even entertain questions about him. I want to say sorry for making people confused because of that interview,” said the newly transferred Kapamilya star.

Jewel didn’t expect that her light banter with the local press that night would be blown out of proportion. “Kasi po I was happy that moment. I was being very, very playful. I admit I was playful with my words and that made a lot of people confused. I apologize for that.” And for those who are wondering whether she’s single or not, the young actress stressed that she’s open to dating right now. “What I really meant when I said that my love life is alive is that it is really alive because I am free. I am free to go out, I am free to date, so that’s all about it.”

When asked if she’s free to date her Buhawi Jack co-star Gerald Anderson, she said that she’d rather focus on performing well for their first series together. “Does he want me to (laughs)? All I can say now is that as my leading man, kumportable ako sa kanya. He’s a gentleman, he’s polite, and maalaga. Right now I am just excited kasi January 22 na yung pilot episode ng Buhawi Jack, lalo na because this is the first time na lalabas ulit ako sa TV after a long while. So I hope magustuhan ng viewers,” she stated.

Gerald Anderson on Buhawi Jack

Gerald Anderson takes on the title role in Wansapanataym’s Rod Santiago’s Buhawi Jack which starts Saturday, January 22, on ABS-CBN. In this weekly series, Gerald gets to work with new Star Magic talent Jewel Mische, whom he first met late last year during the ABS-CBN Trade Launch event. Although they have not yet spent that much time together, the Fil-Am hunk already has nothing but praises for his new leading lady. “Ang bait. Sobra siyang magaan kasama sa set. She’s very dedicated at magaling,” he shared during the Buhawi Jack presscon held last January 18 at the ABS-CBN compound. Gerald said that he and Jewel had undergone rigorous lessons in arnis in order to prepare for their roles. “Kasi lahat naman kami sa project na ito, gustong-gusto naming talagang maging successful ang show so pareho rin kaming nagtutulungan,” he added.

As Buhawi Jack is set to premiere this weekend, Gerald admitted that their shooting schedule has become even more hectic in order to prepare for more action-packed sequences in the succeeding episodes. The Buhawi Jack star shared that he hopes that working together will help him build an even better working relationship with Jewel. “Kasi isang taping day pa lang kami nagkasama ni Jewel. Nakapag-workshop kami at storycon. Pero siyempre ang gusto ko mas makilala siya ng husto and dito sa Buhawi Jack, madami pa kaming taping days na magkasama so yung bonding namin mas lalalim pa. Ang gusto ko is mas makilala siya talaga,” he stressed.

Now that he and his former love team partner Kim Chiu have been concentrating on doing separate projects, is there a chance that Gerald would ever develop feelings for his new co-star? “Hindi ko pa alam kasi masyado pang maaga, but yun nga sinabi ko na masarap kasama si Jewel sa set, magaan at masaya,” he said.

Vhong Navarro Confident for Bulong

Vhong Navarro admitted that doing Bulong is really a challenge. “Mahirap kasi gusto namin na ‘pag nagpapatawa ka na, andun pa rin ‘yung takot nila (audience), hindi mawawala ‘yon, hindi bibitaw kasi para ma-prove namin na pwede palang pagsamahin ang horror at comedy,” he explained. Bulong is also Star Cinema’s opening movie for 2011.

The Showtime host was asked if he feels pressured about what the movie’s outcome would be at the box office since Star Cinema’s previous film, Dalaw, was a top grosser. “Hindi naman. Kasi ‘yung Dalaw kasi iba naman ang konsepto ang ginawa ng Star Cinema. Hindi mo naman sila pagkukumpara kasi magkaiba sila.” He continued that he would only feel threatened if Dalaw was in the same genre. “Ang mahirap niyan kung ang Dalaw ay horror comedy, ‘yun! Pwede mong makumpara ‘yun.”

Vhong also added that people have sent him good feedback when they saw the trailer of Bulong. “Alam mo kasi natutuwa ako ‘pag nakakarinig ako ng nanood sila ng Tanging Ina, RPG Metanoia, Dalaw, kasi nakadugtong siya sa trailer; andaming nagti-text sa akin and nag-enjoy sila sa trailer. ‘Yung comment sa Facebook, sa Twitter, ‘Ano ba ‘to? Nakakabaliw! Nakakatakot tapos biglang matatawa ka sa dulo.’ Ang sarap kasi parang excited na sila sa storya ng Bulong. Para sa amin sana hindi namin mapahiya ang mga taong nage-expect,” he said.

Bulong, which also stars Angelica Panganiban and Bangs Garcia, will open in theaters on February 2.

Piolo Pascual Approves Kc Concepcion's Movie With Sam Milby

While remaining secretive about the real score between him and KC Concepcion, Piolo Pascual said he is not bothered by news linking his rumored girlfriend to other guys. KC has admitted being good friends with hunky actor Sam Milby and international Fil-American rapper Apl.de.Ap. The daughter of Sharon Cuneta is slated to do a movie with Sam as her new leading man.

Piolo clarified that he was actually the one who suggested to Star Cinema to pair KC with Sam since the two already are close in real life. “I can see that there’s a chemistry. Sam is a brother. They are so alike in so many ways. Kung iisipin mo bagay si Sam at KC kasi pareho sila ng ugali. Sam knows his place and also with Kristina. It’s very clear that they’re friends.”

But what if the film requires KC and Sam to do a kissing scene? Will Piolo be comfortable with it? “Artista tayo. Kahit ako naman nagkakaroon din ng kissing scenes. We have to know na character lang ‘yung ginagawa niyo,” he answered.

While Piolo is wrapping up work on the primetime teleserye Noah, he is also busy with rehearsals for his Piolo meets the Maestro Ryan Cayabyab concert to be staged this February 14 at the PICC Plenary Hall. The actor/singer had collaborated with Ryan in previous concerts, and he described the “Maestro” as a humble instructor. “He is one person who will make you feel really comfortable. He’s like a friend, napaka down to earth. Kapag na intimidate ka kasi there’s a chance you won’t perform well. Baka hindi ka na makagalaw. But Mr. C is very jolly. Napaka-patient din niya sa akin, napaka-considerate. It’s an honor to be working with him.”

Anne Curtis Pleads to Take Care of Mother Earth

Actress-host Anne Curtis is asking the public to take care of Mother Earth after floods in Brisbane, Australia victimized her family.

"Sana 2011 is the year wherein we can learn to take care of Mother Nature more, to take care of her planet because it's taking a toll already--all of the pollution that we are creating," Curtis told "The Buzz."

In the interview, Curtis revealed how her family got trapped during floods in Australia last week.

Curtis said that her sister Kate, her 3 nephews, and the rest of their family living in Brisbane were also victims of floods which covered almost the whole eastern Australia.

"Nandoon sa Brisbane ang sister ko na si Kate, si Ruby Claire 'yung bunso nila, tapos the 3 other boys na mga nephews ko. So, siyempre [kabado ako] kasi puro maliliit eh," Curtis said.

Curtis added that for days, her family stayed on the second floor of their house.

"They are good. They are safe. They are down the coast with my brother-in-law's brother-in-law. We are just worried lang in the beginning because 'yong kapitbahay niya was already underwater. But they had a second floor so they went to the second floor. Tapos sinabi niya pa sa amin, 'Don't worry. We are not gonna drown or anything,'" Curtis said.

The actress also cleared reports saying that she can't contact her family in Brisbane after the calamity struck.

"The power was off. Everything was turned off daw tapos pinatay na din 'yong phone to save power daw. Kinabahan ako pero at least they are safe na," the "Showtime" host said.

The actress expressed her gratitude to all the people who offered prayers for the safety of her family.

"Maraming salamat sa lahat ng nag-pray for my family. It really means a lot na kahit hindi ko sila ka-close, kakilala, they all prayed and I think that goes a long way," she said.

Back in 2009, Curtis was one of the hundreds of stars who helped victims of typhoon Ondoy.

As the year 2011 started, people were shocked to hear about calamities striking in many parts of the world like the floods that killed more than 500 people in Brazil.

Thousands of homes were also washed away by floods in Sri Lanka.

Even Negros Occidental, Samar and Leyte were not spared from heavy rains causing floods and landslides

Baron Geisler SIncere to Cure His Alcohol Problem

Baron Geisler gave a live one-on-one interview this evening with TV Patrol’s Ted Failon and stated that he is sincere in doing all the work needed to get well from his alcohol addiction. “I’m doing all the steps naman po para gumaling ako. Gagawin ko po ang lahat para maayos ang problema ko.”

Although he is advised not to speak about the details of his rehabilitation procedure, he said that he will surely kick the habit during his three-month absence from showbiz. “Siguro po paglabas ko po ulit ay magagalit na ko sa alak ngayon. Explain ko nga ho, it’s my career or alcohol. I’d drop the bottle na lang. I choose to live better. I’ll take it one day at a time… Marami rin po kasing pangyayari sa buhay na unexpected na hindi ko ma-handle. I think sa desisyon ko pong umalis muna ng 90 days, ayusin ko po ang sarili ko, marami na po akong matutunan sa sarili ko at kung papano din po ako makikitungo sa mga kasama ko sa industriya.”

The controversial actor emphasized though that his other cases in court are very different from this situation with Cherry Pie. “Sobrang totally different po itong kay Ms. Pie but siguro hayaan na lang po natin ang court, sila na po ang bahala d’yan. Kasi minsan po ang media na po ang humahatol sa kin, yung ang mali para sa kin,” Baron commented sadly.

Since he will be gone from the public’s view for 90 days, Baron left a message to those who led him to this event and made a promise to really turn his life around. “Tapos na po ako doon sa mga sorry. Gusto ko na lang po magpasalamat sa kanila. Kasi matagal ko na din po kasing pumasok sa rehab, plano rin po naming yun. Dahil po sa pangyayaring ito sarili ko na din po ang gustong magbago. Gusto ko po talagang tapusin yung 90 days napo nayun ng walang escape, nang hindi labag sa loob, na gusto ko po talagang ayusin ang sarili ko, nang dipo dahil sa mawawalan ako ng karera o ito ang hinatol sa kin, ito ang kelangan kong gawin. Gusto ko po na talagang masubukan ‘to para maayos ko yung buhay ko ng dire-diretso.”

Karylle on Biggest Loser Asia

Karylle is fast-becoming popular in the world of running and fitness. Acknowledging this, Studio 23 tapped Karylle to anchor the airing of the ground-breaking first season of Biggest Loser Asia, which will air nightly starting Jan. 23 at 6 p.m.

For the said airing, the ASAP Rocks mainstay will dish out updates and some juicy tidbits about the contestants and the competition.

The Studio 23 venture is different from the much-awaited Pinoy Biggest Loser to be hosted by Sharon Cuneta.

Stay fit and beautiful with Karylle every day by tuning in to Biggest Loser Asia on Studio 23 and Showtime on ABS-CBN, where she is a hurado.