Watch: Official Trailer of Ang Panday starring Coco Martin

Star Cinema has released the official trailer of "Ang Panday" with Coco Martin playing the title role of FPJ's iconic character. The movie is Star Cinema's official entry to the 2017 Metro Manila Film Festival.

Read related story: 2017 Metro Manila Film Festival Movies

The movie is directed by Coco Martin himself. It's actually his fist directorial job.

Ang Panday opens in cinemas on December 25.

Unexpectedly Yours earns Php 14 million on its first day

Star Cinema's latest film "Unexpectedly Yours" made an impressive performance on its first day at the box office. The film outfit announced on its social media accounts that it earned Php 14 million on Wednesday.

The movie which was given an A-rating by the Cinema Evaluation Board is a reunion movie of Sharon Cuneta and Robin Padilla. It also marks the third film of Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia as love team following their first two hits - Vince, Kath &James and Love You To The Stars and Back.


Read related stories
Julia Barretto reveals relationship with Joshua Garcia
Teaser trailer of "Unexpectedly Yours" starring Robin Padilla, Julia Barretto, Joshua Garcia, and Sharon Cuneta

Box office director Cathy Garcia-Molina directs the film.

Julia Barretto reveals relationship with Joshua Garcia

Watch the video

Julia Barretto has confirmed she and love team partner Joshua Garcia are already in a romantic relationship.

In an interview with Boy Abunda last night at Tonight With Boy Abunda, Julia was asked why she still hasn't answered Joshua.

Boy asked, "Bakit hindi mo pa sinasagot si Joshua?"

Julia took a while before she answered. "Buti na lang honest ako, Tito Boy", she quipped.

"First of all, sino bang nagsabing hindi pa?", was Julia\s rhetoric answer.

To this, Boy, Erich, and everyone in the studio burst into laughter filled with kilig. Julia also added, "Bakit may pag-assume kayo agad?" while touching her hair.

Read related story:
OMG! Julia Barretto's birthday message with video for Joshua Garcia is the sweetest

Joshua and Julia first worked together in the 2016 MMFF movie Vince & Kath & James. Since then, they have been regularly seen together but no confirmation was given.

During the presscon for their latest movie Unexpectedly Yours, their co-star Sharon Cunetaa revealed the two are in a relationship. She said that JoshLia calls each other B1 and B2 for Baba1 and Baba2.

Sharon pointed out that “mahal na mahal na mahal nila ang isa’t-isa grabe.”

Unexpectedly Yours opens today in cinemas nationwide.

Photos: First Look at Bagani starring Liza Soberano and Enrique Gil

Liza Soberano and Enrique Gil are set to star in ABS-CBN's latest fantaserye "Bagani". The show was introduced to advertisers at the network's trade launch held on Tuesday night.

Read related stories:
ABS-CBN launches new and exciting shows for 2018
LizQuen fans can't wait for Bagani trade launch trailer

Here are some of the photos at the trade event.

LizQuen fans can't wait for Bagani trade launch trailer

LiaQuen fans on Twitter are all agog as trailer of Liza Soberano and Enrque Gil's first fantaserye to star in will be seen first at ABS-CBN 's Trade Launch to be held tonight.

Read related story:
ABS-CBN launches new and exciting shows for 2018

Here are some of the tweets

We're all excited for Bagani sure it will gonna be a big hit

— dwaynesha (@remy_avero) November 28, 2017

all these tweets about how beautiful bagani’s trailer is makes me so freakin excited!!!! LIZQUEN BRING IT ONNNN#LizquenForBaganiLaunch

— 🍙 (@nobiprincess) November 28, 2017

Kaloka sana yung character ni Liza, kagaya nung Ming Yue, character dun sa Amazing Twins/Legendary Siblings .. Sobrang Dyosa ng awrahan nun..

Pero baka kay Maricar Reyes mapunta yung ganun, since very Samantha Imperial ang peg nun.#Bagani #AngAlamat

— Madam Claudia (@Dy0saNgGanda) November 28, 2017

Yung mga kontrabida sa Forevermore at Dolce Amore magkasama waaah cant wait for #Bagani! 😍 https://t.co/pf23C5FfOq

— suzie ® (@lilchuzi) November 28, 2017

Excited na ang lahat sa BAGANI pati mga casual viewers cguradong inaalikabok na yung TV 😂😂😂😂 #LizQuenForBaganiLaunch

— QuenDigBickLOL (@bbyInnocenzFany) November 28, 2017

We're just as excited as LizQuens, too. Aww!

ABS-CBN launches new and exciting shows for 2018

As a tradition, ABS-CBN helld its yearend trade launch for advertisers on Tuesday, November 28. The event was held to give back to advertisers and give advertisers first glimpse to the network's program line up for 2018.

Here are some of the tv shows lined up for airing next year.


GMO Unit

Hanggang Saan
Sylvia Sanchez, Arjo Atayde, Yves Flores, Sue Ramirez

TBA -
Angelica Panganiban, Zanjoe Marudo


Dreamscape

Asintado
Julia Montes, Shaina Magdayao, Aljur Abrenica, and Lorna Tolentino

No Ordinary Love
Piolo Pascual, Arci Munoz, with Alessandra De Rossi and Empoy


Ruel S. Bayani (RSB Unit)

Love Will Lead You Back
Jericho Rosales, Yen Santos, Sam Milby, Yam Concepcion


StarCreatives

Nostalgia 
Joshua Garcia, Julia Barretto, Jameson Blake

Bagani
Liza Soberano, Enrique Gil

Sana Dalawa Ang Puso Ko
Jodi Sta Maria, Richard Yap


Varieties

Ogie Alcasid's Gag Show
Your Face Sounds Familiar Teens

Watch: New GMA7' Series "Kambal Karibal" pilot episode

Part 1/5

Part 2/5

Part 3/5

Part 4/5

Part 5/5

Kambal, Karibal is GMA7's newest teledrama on prime time. It premiered on Monday night, November 27 taking the timeslot of Dingdong Dantes-starrer Alyas Robinhood which had its finale episode last Friday.

Kambal Karibal (Twin, Rival) stars Bianca Umali and Kyline Alcantara in the title role with Miguel Tanfelix as the leading man.

Formerly titled "Santa santita", Bianca plays Crisanta, a prudent and intelligent maid who dreams of becoming an engineer in the near future. She loves her twin sister Criselda so much but would make sacrifices as they both love Diego played by Miguel who's a an abandoned son of a GRO wnd will make Crisanta feel what love is all about.

Kyline is Cheska De Villa, Diego's former girlfriend. To her will Criselda's spirit be shaken. She is the main antagonist of the series.



Pauline is Criselda Bautista, Crisanta's twin sister who will eventually die because of a rare disease but will return as a ghost who only shows up in front of Crisanta. She will evolve into an evil spirit. Out of her jealousy for Diego's love to her own twin sister, she will curse her badly with the help of Cristina. She will possess Cheska and will control her.

Watch the 5-part videos of the episode above.

Watch: New ABS-CBN' Series "Hanggang Saan" pilot episode

After the success of her first lead role on television via "The Greatest Love", Sylvia Sanchez returns to the small screen with yet another compelling performance in "Hanggang Saan".

The teleserye premiered on Monday, November 27 on ABS-CBN's Kapamilya Gold (afternoon bloc) replacing "The Promise of Forever".

Hanggang Saan follows an unconventional take on a mother’s love. Sonya's (Sanchez) family may seem ordinary, but her life will leave a lot questions to viewers because unlike the usual story of a mother’s sacrifice, Sonya gets herself in a perilous situation where she kills an innocent man in order to prolong the life of her son.


The award-winning actress also teams up for the first time with her real-life son Arjo Atayde, who plays the smart and reliable Paco, a law student and Sonya’s dedicated son.

The series also stars Ariel Rivera, Sue Ramirez, Maris Racal and Yves Flores. Marlo Mortel, Nikko Natividad, Rommel Padilla, and Teresa Loyzaga under the direction of Mervyn Brondial and Jeffrey Jeturian.

Sarah Geronimo's look in the Philippine version of Miss Granny

Sarah Geronimo had a look test for her upcoming movie 20 Again (tentative) - a local version of Miss Granny - a hit Korean film that tells the story of a 74-year old bitter widow who magically returned to her 20-year old self after emerging from a photobooth she stumbled upon

Read related story" Sarah Geronimo to star in the local version of hit Korean film "Miss Granny"

Seven Sundays grosses Php 271 million worldwide

Star Cinema's family drama movie Seven Sundays has earned Php 271 million worldwide according to its social media accounts on Monday.

The movie which had a premiere screening locally on second week of October had a Php 10 miliion opening box office gross.

Read related story: Watch: Star Cinema's Seven Sundays movie teaser

Directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina, the movie rerecived an A-rating from the Cinema Evaluation Board. The movie stars Aga Muhlach, Dingdong Dantes, Cristine Reyes, Ronaldo Valdez, and Enrique Gil.

GMA7 announces the return of Starstruck

The kapuso network is out again to discover new talents as it announced on its website the return of Starstruck - the network's its first-ever reality-based artista search on television.

Some of the network's prized talents were discovered through Starstruck including its first ever Ultimate Survivor Jennylyn Mercado, Mark Herras, Kris Bernal, and Alden Richards. Other are network-switchers like Paulo Avelino, Arci Muñoz, Aljur Abrenica, and Cristine Reyes.

Aside from Starstruck, GMA is also fielding two new original singing competitions. One is "Center Stage" where contestants should impress the judges whom will bring them to the center stage.

Another one is a singing competition to be hosted by none other Asia's Songbir Regine Velasquez. The Clash is a cutthroat search where undiscovered vocal talents will fight against each other until one is left standing.

All these three shows are slated for telecast starting next year.

Aden Richards rushed to the hospital

The camp of kapuso heartthrob Alden Richards has yet to issue a statement on his love team partner Maine Mendoza's open letter to their fans and supporters after the latter wrote in her blog post that she and Alden are just friends and love team.

According to people close to the actor, he was rushed to the hospital after vomiting and felt dizziness.Food poisoning was pointed as reason. They suspect Alden had eaten something which did not "dwell" well in his stomach.

But some rumormongers said Alden got stressed of Maine's blog post? How true, Alden?

Anyway, get well soon, Alden.

Update as of 7:39 pm

Alden's father, Richard Faulkerson, tweeted assuring fans that the actor is in safe condition.

Maria Isabel Lopez's driver's license revoked

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has revoked the driver'ss license of actress Maria Isabel Lopez for violating taffic securty at the recently held ASEAN conference in the country.. Lopez used a lane designated for ASEAN delegates earlier this month.

The action was recommended by the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA)to the LTO after she used the Asean lane on the night of November 11 to escape the traffic jam.

The sanction will last for two years which will bar her from reapplying and reacquiring a driver’s license according to MMDA assistant general manager for planning Jojo Garcia.

Lopez was also made to pay a total fine of P8,000. Garcia said that P5,000 of which was for violating the anti-distracted driving law, while P3,000 was for her reckless driving and disregarding of traffic signs.

Peters crowned Miss Universe 2017

Philippines' bet Rachel Peters's "new-found sister" in Miss Universe 2017 competition Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters of South Africa was crowned as Miss Universe 2017 on Monday (Manila time), besting contestants from all over the world, including Rachel herself who made it to the Top 10.

In one of her interviews, Rachel said she and Demi call themselves sisters because they have the same surnames.

Read related story: Miss Universe Philippines Rachel Peters fails to make to Top 5

In final Question and Answer portion, the top 3 were asked the same question: "What quality in yourself are you most proud of and how will you apply that quality in your time as Miss Universe?"

Miss South Africa Nel-Peters, a 22-year-old model, answered:

"As Miss Universe you have to be confident in who you are as an individual. A Miss Universe is a woman that has overcome many fears and by that she is able to help other women overcome their fears. She is a woman that nothing is ever too much is asked for and that's exactly who I am."

First runner-up Laura González Ospina, 22, is a Colombian actress and model born in Cali but raised in Cartagena. She went to the Cartagena Modern Gymnasium and Dramatic Art at the School of Education Actoral House Ensemble and speaks English, Spanish and French. She participated in the 2017 telenovela "La Cacica" as Chechi. She has also been featured in several films.

Answering the final question, Miss Colombia quipped:

"I'm incredibly passionate in everything I do. With compassion, I have discipline. With compassion I put my whole self in every situation that I work at. I've done this as an actress. I've done this a Colombian and I do not doubt that I will do this as Miss Universe."

Second runner-up Davina Bennett, a 23-year-old Jamaican model, had this answer to the question:

"I'm most appreciative of is my drive, my determination. I am the owner of a foundation that spread awareness for the deaf community. And this platform is a great platform great to let persons know that these persons need opportunities and need equal opportunities as those in society. And so Miss Universe competition will be the platform for me to use this foundation to spread awaress for all the deaf and mute around. Thank you."

How did you like the result?

Whatever it its, we all agree we're all proud of Rachel Peters representing the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2017 competition. ♥

Miss Universe Philippines Rachel Peters fails to make to Top 5

Philippines' bet to Miss Universe 2017 Rachel Peters failed to make it to Top 5 after advancing to the Top 10. Peters slayed it in the Long Gown competition.

Watch


Thailand, South Africa, Jamaica, Colombia, and Venezuela made it to the Top 5.

John Lloyd Cruz meets the parents of Ellen Adarna

An Instagram user, an obvious shipper of Ellen Adarna and John Lloyd Cruz #ElLoyd (char) uploaded a video (screen-recorded) of the controversial couple.

The mini-clip shows John Lloyd in a dining table with Ellen's parents while Ellen is preparing some food (noodles perhaps?) on her plate.

Read related stories:
Spotted: John Lloyd Cruz and Ellen Adarna's unguarded moment
Look: Ellen Adarna and John Lloyd Cruz meet President Duterte

Watch the video.

With mommah & daddah...😊😉 #johnlloydcruz #ellenadarna #jlc #babylove #ellenjohnlloyd

A post shared by ellen ❤ johnlloyd (@ellen_johnlloyd) on Nov 25, 2017 at 7:53pm PST

So does this mean, Ellen's parents fully approved of the kapamilya actor for their unica hija? We hope so.

Ellen has yet to confirm rumors about her pregnancy courtesy of the actor.

2017 Metro Manila Film Festival Movies

2017 Metro Manila Film Festival is just around the corner. So tthat means a new set of movies will be out soon to make the holidays more enjoyable to celebrate.

Movies for this year's family filmfest varies from romance to action to fantasy to comedy.

Here are the official movie entries to the 2017 MMFF.

Ang Panday
Coco Martin

Meant To Beh
Met Films
Vic Sotto Dawn Zulueta, Daniel Matsunaga, JC Santos, Ruru Madrid, Gabbi Garcia

Gandarrapiddo: The Revenger Squad
Star Cinema
Vice Ganda, Daniel Padilla, Pia Wurtzbach

All Of You
Quantum Films
Jennylyn Mercado, Derek Ramsay

Haunted Forest
Jameson Blake, Jane Oineza, Maris Racal, Jon Lucas

Which one is your pick? Which one would you watch first? More movies to follow.

Watch: Ang Babaeng Allergic sa WiFi starring Jameson Blake, Jerome Ponce, and Sue Ramirez

OMG! This movie looks cool and definitely a movie for the millennials.

Ang Babaeng Allergic Sa WiFi stars three of today's most promising young stars - Jameson Blake (2 Cool 2 Be 4gotten), Jerome Ponce (Haunted Mansion), and Sue Ramirez (The Debutantes).

Under the direction of internationlly-acclaimer Jun Robles Lana (Die Beautiful), the movie tells about the story of Norma (Ramirez) - a typical young woman who loves to post photos in her social media accounts.

Celebrating their third monthsary with her boyfriend (Ponce), she was dianosed with EHS Sydrome or Electromagnetic Hypersensisitivity. That means, she's allergic to cellphones, tables, laptops, and most of all, to WiFi.

Her mom decided to send her to somewhere in a remote area where WiFi is hardly available. She then misses her boyfriend but one who misses her more is her boyfriend's younger brother (Blake).

Can love survive without technology?

This early, Ang Babaeng Allergic Sa Wifi has taken great attention as it has reached more than 1 million views 8 hours after its trailer  was uploaded to Facebook.

Luis Manzano answers netizen why he left Pilipinas Got Talent

It's confirmed.

Luis Manzano isn't hosting Pilipinas Got Talent this season (6th).

Read related story:
Luis Manzano isn't hosting Pilipinas Got Talent this season 

In Twitter on Friday afternoon, Luis quoted one Twitter user and answered why he's not hosting PGT this season. According to Luis, he lopted out  for the betterment of the show
.

Luis will be replaced by Toni Gonzaga as host. According to him, Toni will bring new flavor the show.

"Ibang flavor dala ni Toni! :) siyempre, Toni yan e. "

He's currently hosting another ABS-CBN game show " I Can See Your Voice" which airs on weekends.

Watch: John Prat's first directorial job featuring Angelica Panganiban and Sam Millby in "Malaya" MV by Moira Dela Torre

John Prats makes an impression on his first directorial job as music video director in Moira Dela Torre's latest single "Malaya". Dela Torre is the voice behind the hit song "Titibo-Tibo".

The kapamilya actor is fully supported by his best friends in showbiz Angelica Panganiban and Sam Milby. As a matter of fact, the two had lots of kissing scenes in the video.

Watch it!

Marvin Agustin confirms the kind of relationship he has with Markki Stroem

Actor Marvin Agusitn, 38 and a father of twin boys has just confirmed the kind of relationship he has with underwear model Markki Stroem, 30.

"He’s a good friend," he said in an interview with PEP shrugging off rumors that he and Markki are having some kind of sensual affairs as claimed by netizens om social media websites.

"Twenty-two years na ako dito [sa showbiz], wala na yatang makakapagpapikon sa akin," he answered when asked if he was offended.

Watch the interview here

Rumors about Marvin and Markki started online following tweets of certain netizens claiming that they were spotted together at different locations.

Some even went as far as collating Marvin and Markki’s social media posts side by side to prove that the two were supposedly together at one place.

Hopefully, this put the malicious rumors to rest.

Jameson Blake doesn't want to be compared with fellow Hashtags members

2017 has become a shining year for Hashtags member Jameson Blake.

He was part of Bea Alonzo-starrer primetime drama "A Love to Last" and made his film debut with Khalil Ramos in "2 Cool 2 Be 4gotten" where he won a Best Supporting Actor award at the Cinema One Originals Independent Film Festival.

Because he’s been getting numerous projects this year,, Jameson is being dubbed as the "best" from Hashtags, as well as being pitted against his fellow member Ronnie Alonte.

However, in an interview with entertainment wevsite PUSH, Jameson said he doesn't pay attention to such comments. He just sticks to perfecting his craft and keeping things low-key.




"It’s flattering of course if someone said na mas magaling ka… Pero I won’t judge myself na I’m better or anything," he said, adding that what people say are just opinions. "Sila naman 'yung nagde-decide, eh. Nothing against him… I don’t want to be competitive with everyone."

Jameson also said that he’s not the “best” Hashtags member; they all see each other as equals.

"If someone would say na parang ako 'yung one of the top sa Hashtags, well siguro let’s say in terms of getting projects. It’s a good sign naman, at least I can say na I’m blessed to have these... It’s flattering naman and nice to hear naman but I don’t like to compare kasi with each other," he said.

Angel Locsin greets Robin Padilla on his birthday; calls her "Aking Darna"

Unexpectedly Yours lead actor Robin Padilla just turned 48 years old yesterday.  His co-judge in Pilipinas Got Talent Angel Locsin just gave him a very nice and sweet message on Instagram.

It reads....

LODI 👆🏻 You taught me a lot of things - from gun shooting to muay thai. You also showed me ways to use our blessings to inspire and help people in anyway we can. Not to be afraid to stand your ground and fight for what you believe in. You are a reminder of humility kahit anong marating and to be kind kahit pagod na. And I still need to learn more from you. I always enjoy our chats about life, history, religion, farming, and conspiracies. Those were priceless. Thank you kuya for being so patient with me always, hehehe. Thank you sa alaga. We may not agree on everything, but I want you to know that I got your back 100%. You are my LODI. LODI movie star & LODI in real life. Happiest birthday kuya @robinhoodpadilla 🤗 See you soon!👊🏻 📸 @betchayvidanes

A post shared by Angel Locsin (@therealangellocsin) on Nov 23, 2017 at 1:44am PST

As a response, Robin thanked Angel and called her "aking darna".

Padilla and Locsin have proven their team-up a success - not just once or twice but thrice. Their first team-up happened when they were both in GMA7 via an action-fantasy series Asian Treasures.

When they moved to ABS-CBN after a few years, they worked together in a kapamilya sitcom TodaMax which lasted for 2 years.  And now, for two consecutive seasons, they are both part of the jury of Pilipinas Got Talent.

Here's for many years of good friendship and successful team-up for bith Robin and Angel. 🍻 Happy birthday, LODI!

Luis Manzano isn't hosting Pilipinas Got Talent this season

Kapamilya host and actor Luis Manzano is no longer part of this season's Pilipinas Got Talent. Manzano had been the show's host (with Billy Crawford) since it premiered in the Philippines in 2010.

Pilipinas Got Talent is now on its 6th season and it would be the first time that Luis will not be seen in the reality talent competition show.

Toni Gonzaga will bre replacing Luis while Crawford remains as one of the hosts.

Read related story: Spotted: Angel Locsin sweeping the Pilipinas Got Talent floor

The set of judges remains the same which is composed of Vice Ganda, Angel Locsin, Robin Padilla, and Freddie Garcia.

Watch related video: Luis Manzano asks Angel Locsin if she's in pain
As to the reasons why Luis left or replaced, we could only speculate.

Kris Aquino's smile from the heart is back again

What made Queen of Social Media Kris Aquino smile from her heart again?

?i just blurred my surroundings but pretty much just zoomed in on my reflection, because while looking at my face i noticed- the smile is back in my eyes so i won’t use an app to remove my eyebags...

i fought hard to be able to do this- smile again naturally, from my heart- not just from discipline or because i was in front of people... this was actually a quick picture taken after a full day of work.

My necklace is called the “Circle of Love”- i’ve been loved & i’m continued to be loved by so many who really prayed & supported me to bring this smile back.

So this is a very grateful me sincerely saying, eyebags and all- THANK YOU FOR GIVING ME SO MANY REASONS TO SMILE AGAIN. ❤️❤️❤️"

- Kris Aquino

Spotted: Angel Locsin sweeping the Pilipinas Got Talent floor

Angel Locsin isn't your ordinary female artista. We've seen her in numerours ways we seldom see any female celebrity from doing. We've seen her give alms tostreet childrem, helped the "big boys' carry production equipments, cleaned up the mess of It's Showtime's stage, and many others

And now this.



Angel took the time to help the staff of Pilipinas Got Talent Season 6 clean up the set of their reality show. The production team went to Cebu with fellow judges Vice Ganda, Robin Padilla, and Freddie M. Garcia to attend the auditions of the talent search competition.

Read related story:
Angel Locsin and Vice Ganda remain judges of Pilipinas Got Talent

Wearing a red off-shoulder dress, Angel used a walis tambo to sweep up confetti scattered on the floor.

The confetti is used when a judge hits the Golden Buzzer to automatically advance an act to the live shows.

James Reid and Nadine Lustre star in "Five Years Later"

Film has started rolling for Jadine's latest movie "Five Years Later".

The move came as a surprise as everyone knows that James Reid and Nadine Lustre will be working in separate movie projects. James has "Pedro Penduko" movie while Nadine has "The Nurse".

Viva Films uploaded a video on Youtube of the couple's photoshoot.

The movie's director Tonet Jadaone(On The Wings of Love, Til I Met You) posted a  photo of Jadine on her Instagram account showing a temporary tattoo on their arms.

Five Years Later is about a millennial couple - one was raised in the province (Nadine) and an aggressive guy who works as a graphic designer (James).

"Si Joan po ay probinsiyana, taga-Zambales po siya, working for her family, super simple lang," Nadine tells about her character in the movie.

"Si Gio naman bad boy, reckless, riding a bike. He’s a lone wolf, he has his tattoo. He sees something in Joan he doesn’t see in anyone else.” shares James.

"You’ll root for them despite them being reckless and passionate. Dinepende ko na siya sa kung ano na sila ngayon," director Jadaone said about the characters in her movie.

Viva Films has yet to announce the target date of showing of the movie.

Spotted: John Lloyd Cruz and Ellen Adarna's unguarded moment

Ellen Adarna and John Lloyd Cruz did it again. The controversial couple was seen in this photo during an unguarded moment which Ellen herself posted in her Instagram account.

The photo got more than 127K likes on Instagram.