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Team Kramer Meet and Greet at the Glorietta

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TEAM AGONCILLOS NEW ZEALAND TRIP

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udy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo took time off from their busy schedules to take their kids on a vacation. And the whole family enjoyed their getaway very much.

Buzz KAPAMILYA CELEBRITIES REVEAL Note THEIR HOLY WEEK PLANS DANIEL PADILLA “Nasa Europe ako nun.

Siyempre ang isa kong gusto talagang makita habang nandunako ay ang Eiffel Tower at London.

Matutuwa ako nun pag napuntahan ko yun.”

JULIA BARRETTO “Sana I can go to the beach with my family or somewhere cold kung may cold place pa, meron pa naman ata in April, marami pa yan. Sana either.”

ELLA CRUZ “Gusto ko bumalik ng beach with my family lang para mag-surfing. Usually we go up north sa La Union pero gusto ko ngayon pumunta sa Baler para nga sa surfing. Miss ko na mag-surf.”

MARC NELSON “No plans. I haven’t even thought about it yet. I’ve been so busy lately I wasn’t able to plan ahead. If I don’t have work then I’ll probably end up kiteboarding.”

KHALIL RAMOS “Actually wala pa, postHoly Week we’re going to go to Boracay with friends.

I like being in good company, with people you know and you love, being happy.

There’s no specific spot. I’ve been to Boracay twice lang so I don’t have one specific favorite spot. We’re going to try out cliff diving this time so I’m pretty excited and scared (laughs).”

ROBI DOMINGO “Usually kasi we go out of the country, but this time around since it’s my parent’s 25th anniversary they’ll go to Europe, just the two of them. At the same naman kasi yung kapatid ko nasa culinary class and ako will be rehearsing and will be doing some stuff for PBB.”

EJAY FALCON “Usually nasa Mindoro ako kasama pamilya ko. Kung may work, baka Holy Week nasa U.S pa ako nun. Kaya ang gagawin ko sa May na lang ako uuwi kasi pag ganung panahon andun ako talaga.”

BB GANDANGHARI “Dito lang ako sa bahay, sa Manila I think. Pinakatahimik na lugar dito pag ganung week kasi.”

DOMINIQUE ROQUE PAUL SALAS “I think bonding lang “Walang plano, sa with my family here in bahay lang at saka Manila pero subukan siyempre kailangan ko pa rin mag-out-ofmagdasal di ba? town with my family. Mag-bi-birthday na rin Actually hindi ko pa ako sa April 16 kaya alam pero siguro kung sa bahay muna.” sakali mag-beach lang kami somewhere in Batangas or Subic, ganun. Pero road trip pa rin.”

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ELLEN ADARNA “I’m not making any plans because I think we’re going to be working. Usually I just stay in. The last two years I just stayed in Manila kasi everywhere’s packed with people.

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CARMINA VILLAROEL “We’re going to go to Japan for a week for the cherry blossoms again (laughs). Kasi yung kids gusto rin nila ng nature eh so gusto nila ng mga cherry blossom. Sila naman it doesn’t really have to be that they have to go to the mall or mag-shopping. Hindi naman sila ganun. Gusto lang nila yung mag-enjoy sa mga park tapos you know makakita ng mga museums. Kasi yung mga stuff na hindi namin nagagawa dito, yung maglalakad lakad sa kalsada, yung kumain sa mga tabi-tabing mga restaurants, yun lang.

Actually it’s more of mas really bonding with the family.”

KIRAY ”Wala, sa bahay lang ako. Hindi talaga ako palalabas. Talagang gusto ko nasa bahay lang ako. Gusto ko magpapayat this summer, hindi para ilabas sa beach pero para lang magka-abs.”

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EMPRESS “Wala eh, kasi nga ganun akong klaseng tao talaga, hindi ako maplano. Kung ano yung dumating, yun na lang yung gagawin if ever.

Walang plans talaga.”

JOSEPH MARCO “I might go to London just for a vacation.

It’s one of my favorite countries. I might go with friends. I want to watch shows sa West End kasi every time na nandun ako talagang naunuod ako. Like the last time I was there, andun ako ng five days pero nakaapat na shows ako so every night nanunuod ako (laughs). Gusto ko mapanuod yung Les Miserables, Top Dogs at Wicked kaso parating fully booked, hindi na aabot dun sa stay namin. Pero yung faorite ko so far was Frankie Valley and the Four Seasons and Rock of Ages.”

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Doug and Cheska Kramer shrug off competition among celebrity parents

D Team Kramer Meet and Greet at the Glorietta

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espite the sweltering heat, hundreds of fans flocked to the Glorietta Activity Center on Sunday, March 30, just to catch a glimpse of the Kramer Family, more popularly known as Team Kramer, composed of celebrity couple Cheska and Doug Kramer together with their kids Kendra, Scarlett, and Gavin.

“Overwhelming. Grabe ‘yung mga dumating. May mga pumila dito sa Glorietta ng 2:00 a.m. at nakapasok sila.

May mga pumila rin galing sa flight nila sa Cebu at Bacolod at pumila agad ng alas sais ng umaga so grabe talaga ‘yung overwhelming support from Team Kramer fans,” Doug blurted out in an interview after their event.

Cheska, who also echoed her husband’s response, was also very grateful about the successful turnout of their family’s first-ever Meet and Greet.

“Actually hindi namin ine-expect na ganito kadami and we’re very thankful for that. They have been very patient na rin all those who have stayed. Thank you to all our fans who have been supporting us and following us and who love our family most especially our kids,” she said.

What led to their Meet and Greet according to the basketball star was a promise that he previously made

to their thousands of fans on their family’s Facebook Fanpage. “Well it was a promise I made to the fans when we hit 200,000 likes, I said when we hit 500,000 likes, I’ll do everything to gather a meet and greet venue. And ngayon halos nasa 840,000 na tayo so in less than one year palang ‘yung site. This is our way of thanking everyone,” said the head of the Kramer family.

While they repeatedly underscored that they never really imagined that their family would ever become online “superstars” only after months of sharing photos and videos of their kids online, Doug surmised that their strong fanbase is a testament as to “how they probably long to see a family that’s very intact and a beautiful family that they can actually look up to in terms of parenting styles and how we bring up our children.”

Would they be open to doing a reality show? “We’ll see. We can never say no. But in terms of everyday like following sa camera. No, definitely not. We’re willing to do it maybe once or twice a week na taping just a few hours a day. I don’t want to overwhelm the kids,” Doug said.` Cheska emphasized that they are fully aware that their kids are still very young to fully join show business. “I don’t want my kids to feel pressured at such an early age. Tsaka they’re at that stage when we’re still teaching them a lot of things. We’re building up their personality, their morals and how with these people parang na-o-overwhelm sila eh.

Hindi nila minsan ma-grasp na, ‘why are so many people taking my pictures?’ Kendra’s only four, Scarlett’s only two, Gavin’s only one,” she explained.

To fans who are probably wondering if they plan on adding to their brood, Doug replied in the negative.

Meanwhile, with their fanbase growing by the day and their show appearances trending on social media every single time, Team Kramer has inspired a lot of other celebrity parents to start their very own “teams” and Doug and Cheska have no issue about that.

“Okay lang, everybody can do whatever they want to do. Kami naman we’re not owning the ‘team’ [tag] just as long as you’re a team that can inspire. You’re a team that promotes good values basta lahat good. It doesn’t matter,” she said.

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VHONG NAVARRO EMOTIONAL OVER DOJ’S DISMISSAL OF DENIECE CORNEJO’S RAPE CHARGES

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very emotional Vhong Navarro faced the Madlang People moments before It’s Showtime wrapped up after a news report of the Department of Justice’s junking of Deniece Cornejo’s rape charges against him aired minutes prior.

After hearing about the good news, Vhong was received with a tight hug by his co-hosts when the show returned from a commercial gap on their April 10 live episode.

An obviously relieved Da Possessed star took the opportunity to thank all those who rallied to his side soon as the controversy broke out January this year.

“Gusto ko pong magpasalamat sa ating Panginoon. Andami ko pong gustong pasalamatan especially ang madlang people.

Salamat sa nagtiwala, sa nagdasal.

Sa lahat po ng pagpapalakas ng loob.

“Sa aking mga kaibigan, sa

likod at sa harap ng camera. Direk Chito [Roño] marami pong salamat.

Mr.Tony Calvento marami pong salamat. Atty. Alma [Mallonga] marami pong salamat. Sa mga iba ko pa pong lawyers. Of course, ABS-CBN marami pong salamat sa inyong pagmamahal at suporta,” he said.

The actor-comedian also thanked his family and his two sons Frederick and Isaiah for their support. However he reserved his final message of gratitude for his girlfriend, Tanya Bautista, who stood by his side despite all the controversies thrown his way.

“At siyempre sa ‘yo Tanya, maraming, maraming salamat sa pagmamahal at muling pagtitiwala, at muling pagbibigay ng second chance,” Navarro said While he admits to not being a “good father” and “good boyfriend,” Navarro firmly claimed that he has been a good son.

“Siguro naging hindi po ako

masyadong mabuting ama. Hindi ko nabigay lahat sa mga anak ko.

Siguro nagkasala ako sa girlfriend ko. Opo inaamin ko po lahat ‘yan.

Pero pinapangako ko po, naging mabuti po akong anak. At sa pagiging mabuti ko pong anak gusto ko pong ipakita sa mga anak ko ‘yun, kung paano ko nagawa ‘yun, kung paano ko nalagpasan ‘yun dahil ayoko pong mabahiran ng krimen ang aking pagkatao,” he promised.

According to Navarro standing in front of the public every single time and trying to put up a face that everything is alright with his life when everyone knows that it isn’t takes a lot from him.

But he claims that he does it nonetheless because “Gusto kong magpasaya ng tao kahit na may pinagdadaanan akong mabigat.

Gusto ko pong magsaya lang tayo.”

He underscored, “At tsaka hindi ko po magagawa na manakit ng babae dahil may kapatid akong babae, dalawa po ang nanay kong kinikilala kaya again salamat po sa inyong pagdadasal.”

THIRD RAPE COMPLAINT Prior to coming to It’s Showtime, Navarro responded to the third rape charge filed against him last week.

Navarro, in a post by ABS-CBN reporter Ginger Conejero on her Twitter account, was accompanied

by her counsel Atty. Alma to the Quezon City RTC. “Vhong Navarro reads over his counter affidavit at QC RTC before filing response to rape charges Margarita Mai Fajardo,” the photo’s caption read.

In the second photo posted

by Conejero, Navarro was seen swearing for his counter affidavit next to the prosecutor.

Last April 3, a then unidentified complainant filed the rape charges against the It’s Showtime host claiming that the incident happened in 2009 while she was working as a stunt double for the soap I Love Betty La Fea, where the Da Possessed star was also part of.

SOLENN HEUSSAFF REVEALS VHONG NAVARRO SEES HOLES WHAT SHE FINDS ATTRACTIVE IN THE THIRD ALLEGATION OF ABOUT VHONG NAVARRO RAPE AGAINST HIM

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ery emotional Vhong Solenn Heussaff revealed that she never had second thoughts when her role in Da Possessed was offered to her. She added that she was really ecstatic to be part of the Star Cinema movie.

“Ako kasi, well, first Star Cinema project so siyempre naman I’m excited. Star Cinema and Regal together so it’s also nice to experience new things and tsaka si direk Joyce (Bernal) ang nagdirek, I heard so many great things about her.”

“So excited ako and then comedy-horror so I accepted it right away, wala akong dalawang isip. Di ko pa nabasa ang script

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nag-yes na ako,” she stated.

She said that she has learned a lot from doing the film. “It’s just more of really been a learning experience kasi iba ang comedy dito, hindi ko alam kung dapat OA or subtle so I really learned a lot from here.”

Solenn also relayed that she was excited to do the movie because she would be working with Vhong Navarro, who she admitted she has a crush on. When asked if what she finds attractive about the comedian, she relayed, “What I want in a guy is someone who makes me laugh at ‘yun lagi siyang may joke kahit hindi siya nagjo-joke may lumalabas na joke at tsaka magaling siyang sumayaw so sexy so yan, cute siya.”

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a ulat ni Ginger Conejero para sa TV Patrol, kaugnay ng pangatlong kaso ng rape na isinampa kay Vhong Navarro nagsumite si Vhong Navarro ng counter-affidavit na nagsasabing hindi niya ni-rape ang 27 year-old complainant mula sa Antipolo. Nakasaad sa affidavit ni Vhong na walang malinaw na petsa at buwan kung kailan nangyari ang panggagahasa. Mali rin diumano ang paglalarawan ng ari ni Vhong.

Ayon sa abogado ni Vhong na si Atty. Alma Mallonga, isa pa rin itong strategy ng kampo nila Cedric Lee

para ipahiya at mawalan ng lakas ng loob si Vhong na ituloy ang mga kaso laban sa kanila. Dinagdag pa ni Atty.

Mallonga na isang open lesbian ang complainant, na alam din diumano ni Vhong. Wala naman daw masama sa pagiging lesbian, ngunit bakit (siya) pag-iinteresan ni Vhong kung alam na wala siyang pag-asa.

Hindi nakadalo ang complainant sa Preliminary Hearing kung kaya isinara na ang imbestigasyon at hinihintay na lang ang desisyon ng piskalya kung ihahain sa korte ang kaso o ibabasura na.

TAMBALANG JOYCE BERNAL AT VHONG NAVARRO, NAGBABALIK!

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ULING magsasama ang certified blockbuster director na si Bb. Joyce Bernal at Vhong Navarro matapos ang pitong taon sa Da Possessed ng Star Cinema – ang pinakamalaking comedy movie para sa buong pamilya ngayong summer.

Ang unang colaborasyon nina Bb. Joyce Bernal at Vhong ay ang smash hit Mr. Suave (2003) at nasundan pa ito ng dalawang matagumpay na pelikula na bumuo sa tinaguriang Vhong Navarro Movie Franchise at ang mga ito ay ang D’ Anothers (2005) at Agent X44 (2007). Dinirek din ni Bernal ang record breaking na Segunda Mano na opisyal na entry ng Star Cinema sa 2011 Metro Manila Film Festival at kamakailan lamang ang Bakit Hindi Ka Crush Ng Crush Mo? (2013) na pinagbidahan nina Xian Lim at Kim Chui.

Napanalunan din ni Bernal ang coveted Best Director award sa Metro Manila Film Festival nuong nakaraang taon.

Kilala si Bernal sa kanyang versatile, nakakatawa at nakakaaliw na istilo ng pagdidirek, na siyang labis na kinagigiliwan ng mga Pinoy audiences. Ang kanyang relatable techniques ay masasabing nakakaloka at minsan naman ay out-of-this world na makikita naman sa bonggang commercial achievement ng kanyang mga pelikula kasama si Vhong na siya rin namang sobrang sikat sa mga Pilipino moviegoers dahil sa kanyang kakaiba at down-to-earth na brand ng pagpapatawa.

Isinulat ni by Athena Aringo-Tengco, Ays De Guzman and Antoinette Jadaone, ang Da Possessed ay joint project ng Star Cinema

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n his first movie for this year Da Possessed, Vhong Navarro plays a man who grows up being afraid of everything around him until he gets meets three different spirits who change his life. In this comedy, he is also paired with new leading lady Solenn Heussaff whom he admits he has wanted to work with for a long time. “Sobrang sarap ng pakiramdam kasi gustonggusto ko siya makatrabaho every time na nakikita ko siya.

Kasi nakikita ko na ang ganda ganda niya, ang sexy pero may timing din sa comedy, kumbaga hindi kailangan mageffort para palabasin yung timing na yun,” he shared.

The talented comedian said that after his recent ordeal, doing romantic scenes with his co-star proved to be an added challenge. “Yung mga unang eksena namin ni Solenn, medyo naapektuhan yung kumpiyansa ko. Pero pagdating dun sa mga kissing scene ay na kay direk Joyce (Bernal) yun, hindi ko naman puwede sabihin na, ‘Direk, isa pa!’ ayoko naman mag-take

at Regal Films. Umiikot ang pelikula sa kakaibang istorya ng ordinaryong si Ramon na nagbalak pumasok sa larangan ng landscape art. Ma-iinlab si Ramon sa kanyang seksing boss ngunit magsisimula ang mga problema ng biglang siyang sasapian ng mga espiritu mula sa sa ibang mundo na siyang umpisa ng mga nakakabaliw at nakakalokang mga pangyayari.

“Sobrang husay at epektibo ni Vhong sa pagganap sa kanyang patented zero to hero na mga karakter. Para sa akin ito ang dahilan kung bakit napamahal si Vhong sa buong bansa,” paliwanag ni Bernal. “Itinataas ni Vhong ang mga ordinaryong lalaki sa kanyang mga pelikula. Ang Da Possessed ay istorya ng isang ordinaryong lalaki na magkakaroon ng kakaibang adventure at siyempre sana masave niya ang araw sa ending ng pelikula.”

Minamarkahan din ng Da Possessed ang kaunaunahang pelikula ng It girl na si Solenn Heussaff sa Star Cinema. “Magaling ang timing ni Solenn bilang isang komedyana at maganda ang rapport niya kay Vhong at sa buong cast,” sabi ni Bernal. “Very refreshing na makita siya sa mga nakakatawang eksena kasama si Vhong. Talagang nakipagsabayan siya sa pelikulang ito na nag-asembol ng pinaka-mahuhusay na komedyante sa bansa.”

Bahagi ang Da Possessed sa on-going na celebrasyon ng Star Cinemang ika-20th na anibersaryo nito at tampok din dito sina John Lapus, Smokey Manaloto, Empoy, Beverly Salviejo, Lito Pimentel, Joy Viado, Aaliyah Belmoro, Matet De Leon, at Joey Marquez.

Showing na ang Da Possessed sa lahat ng sinehan sa buong bansa simula ngayong

Abril 19!

Para sa karagdagang impormasyon at pinakabagong updates tungkol sa “DA POSSESSED” at sa iba pang 20th anniversary movie offerings ng Star Cinema, bisitahin lamang ang www.StarCinema.com.ph, http:// facebook.com/StarCinema at http://twitter. com/StarCinema. #mapossessnghappiness #dapossessednghappiness

VHONG NAVARRO SAYS THAT HE HAS LONG WANTED TO WORK WITH SOLENN HEUSSAFF advantage sa mga ganun. Yun kasi yung part ng character and eksena kaya gagawin lang namin yung character namin sa pelikula,” he explained.

Vhong said he owes a lot to ABS-CBN for pushing through with the movie even after several changes in casting for the role that ultimately went to Solenn. The It’s Showtime host said everyone tried their best to make him feel comfortable on the set and build good onscreen chemistry with Solenn. “Sa tulong na ginawa ni Direk Joyce Bernal ay napossess kaya mas gusto kong laging tumitingin kay Solenn, kasi yun yun isa sa rason kung bakit nalagpasan ko yung… kasi kailangan mapakita ko na in love ako sa isang tao at kay Solenn yun. Pero siyempre ang hirap na kaagad palabasin yun, kasi hindi mo puwedeng kunin ulit gaya nung dati, kumbaga ito kailangan ko ibalik yung kumpiyansa ko. At sa tulong nga ni Solenn, pinagsama kami sa iisang dressing room at sa tulong din ng aming mga kasamahan dito, sa bawat eksena na sinusuportahan nila ako,” he admitted.

One perk he did admit to receiving while shooting Da Possessed was that he was the envy of the men on set when it came to doing kissing scenes with his leading lady. “Si Solenn kasi nakita ko na may timing talaga siya sa comedy eh. Siya yung poker face na hindi kailangan magpatawa ng kailangan paluin mo sa ulo, kaya niyang ibigay lang sa salita or sa dialogue. Marunong siya mag-Tagalog, nahihiya lang siya i-deliver. At the same time, ang sarap kahalikan ni Solenn (laughs),” he said.

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T SaY i VICE GANDA LIKE

the top 15 phrases popularized by Vice Ganda 1. “Karakaraka” - in Filipino it means “agad-agad” or in an instant Ex. “’Wag ka ng magpatumpik tumpik pa, dapat karakaraka!”

2. “Echosera” - a ridiculous flatterer or a liar Ex. “Sabi mo mas maganda ako sa kanya kahit siya ang beauty queen. Echosera ka pala ate eh!

3. “Puchu Puchu” - mediocre or nothing special Ex. “Sana naman um-effort kayo ng konti sa costume para hindi ganyang puchu puchu lang ang kinalabasan.”

9. “Severe” - fiercely Ex. “Ang ganda naman ng talent mo, ang flexible mo lang ng severe.”

10. “Junakis” - child, son or daughter Ex. “Boyfriend pa ang inuuna mo eh ang dami mo na ngang junakis.”

11. “Ay hindi!” - a line to counter a person’s disbelief Ex. “Ay hindi ka magaling, sobrang galing mo. Hiyang hiya naman sa ‘yo ang mga scientist gaya ni Einstein.”

4. “May nag-text” - a line that pertains to an imaginary message sent to someone Ex. “May nag-text, hiyang hiya naman daw siya sa sinabi mo na ang ganda ng balat mo!”

12. “Paandar” - new venture Ex. “Ano nanaman bang paandar yang diet diet na nalalaman mo?”

5. “Shunga” - idiotic or stupid Ex. “Ang shunga lang nung naisip mo na pagsamahin ang magkaibang bagay.”

13. “Thunders” - old people Ex. “Gusto ko kapag naging thunders na ako fashionista parin ang dating ko.”

6. “Pag may time” - if you can Ex. “Pahinga pahinga rin pag may time!”

7. “Eksaherada” - overly exaggerated Ex. “Napaka eksaherada lang ng pagkakasabi mong guwapo siya, eh hindi naman pala!”

8. “Push mo yan” - go for it Ex. “Nabalitaan ko nagpapapayat ka na daw, maganda ‘yan. Push mo ‘yan!”

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14. “Ang peg” - idol Ex. “Ay gusto mo rin dalhan ka ng ‘foods?’ Deniece Cornejo lang ang peg?!”

15. “Unkabogable” - unbeatable Ex. “Sa lahat ng mga nagperform ngayong araw na ito, sa inyo ang pinaka unkabogable!”

VICE GANDA WISHES FOR A NORMAL LOVE LIFE

& TALKS ABOUT HAVING KIDS SOMEDAY

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sang linggo na akong baliw. Natatawa ako kay Direk Bobet, [sabi niya] ano nanamang kinababaliwan mo? Hindi ko alam, bigay mo na isang linggo lang to. Paglagpas ng birthday ko tapos na ‘to. Di ko alam,” Vice Ganda told Boy Abunda on how he is celebrating his birthday.

“Bigla akong nalulungkot. Basta bigla na lang akong nalulungkot. Kung ano-ano ang naiisip ko. Tapos lagi kong tinatanong sa sarili ko, ‘Masaya ba ko? Masaya ba ‘to?’ Lagi na lang akong ganun,” the comedian confessed about still being confused on what would make him happy. “’Yun nga po yung chine-check ko lagi, lately kung totoo nga bang masaya ako, masaya ba talaga. Kasi sa Showtime laging masaya. Sa GGV, masaya. Pero pagtapos ng Showtime yung ako na lang, masaya ba talaga? Masaya din naman. Pero di ko alam.

Naguguluhan din ako,” Vice added.

He also explained that there is this longing he has for something he can’t do at the moment. “Maisip po kasi akong tao talaga. Tapos tahimik lang ako talaga.

Alam ng mga kaibigan ko yan. Hiindi ako maingay, hindi ako madaldal, hindi ako patawa. Lagi lang akong taga pakinig nila, kaya nga lagi akong nakakabuo ng materyal sa mga naririnig ko, sa mga kwento nilang lahat. Kasi pag mag-isa na lang ako, dyan ako nagiisip.

Ang dami kong gustong gawin. Kaya ako nalulungkot, may gusto ako na hindi ko magawa.”

Soon Vice revealed to Boy that he is looking for something more in the aspect of his personal life. “Sa career ang dali eh. Nagagawa ko lahat. Napaplano, lahat halos ng gusto kong mangyari sa career ko nangyari na eh. Nagugulat nga ako na may itotodo pa pala. Sa personal … Sa pag-ibig hindi naman settling down. Di ko naman nakikita ang sarili ko na magpapakasal. Hindi. Kasi yung dyowa ko magaasawa din naman yun for sure. Gusto ko mag-asawa siya. Sinasabi ko sa kanya pag nag-aaway kami, mangbabae ka nga … Gusto kong mag-asawa siya feeling ko magiging masaya din naman siya don.”

Vice said he is willing to sacrifice his happiness for the sake of his loved one. “Feeling ko sa bandang yun, selfless ako. Pag nakita ko na ah okay siya, ang saya niya doon, bahala na ako sa sarili ko, basta ikaw okay ka.” He also said that it may hurt him but he is willing to give way to that other person. “ As for the status of his love life, he expressed it is hard to describe it as of the moment. “Hindi naman stable pero masaya din. Masaya. Hindi ko talaga ma-explain kasi po nahihiya akong sabihing di masaya, baka magalit sa akin ang Diyos. Baka sabihin ang dami ko nang binigay say o, pero di ka pa din masaya? Di ba kaya bumabalik pa din na tao ako, meron pa din akong hinahanap na di ko alam sa ko mahahanap. Yun nga, yung nakwento ko sa inyo na gusto kong lumabas, tulad mamaya may party ako, imbitado ko lahat, pati mga barkada niya.

Pero siya hindi. Hindi siya pwedeng pumunta eh. Yun na yung set up namin. Alam niya lang na may party pero di siya pwede.”

Vice then became emotional and said he is probably longing for a ‘normal’ love life. “Masaya sana. Siguro yung pinaka-tamang term eh yung ‘normal.’ Mas masaya kung normal. Eh di nga normal. That’s the price. Mamimili ka. Pag ginive up ko naman to para maging normal may mawawala.”

The comedian divulged too that the best thing about being him is being able to make people happy. “The best thing about being Vice today is yung meron akong kapangyarihan na makabago ng mukha ng isang tao.

Na mula sa malungkot pwede siyang maging masaya.

The best thing about being me now is nabigyan ako ng pagkakataon makapagshare ng magagandang bagay sa ibang tao. Lalo na sa Pilipinas ang daming dahilan para maging malungkot ang Pilipino pero nakapagbigay ako ng isang dahilan para maging masaya.”

However, he also mentioned that fame is also his downfall. “‘Di naman sa pagmamayabang the best thing and the worst thing about me is fame. That’s the best thing pero ang dami din nag-ugat na problema doon. Madaming masasayang bagay na nangyari sa kin nung binigyan ako ng pagkakataon na makilala ng tao, ang dami din nawala sa akin.”

After celebrating his 38th birthday with a big bash last March 31, Vice Ganda said he feels blessed to experience continued success in showbiz. “Wish ko yung mag-tuloy tuloy lang ito, lahat ng mga nangyayari sa akin. Kasi lahat ng pangyayari sa paligid ko at sa mundo ko parang pabor na pabor sa akin palagi.

Ang panalangin ko sa Diyos ay kung ‘di man tumaas pa okay na sa rin ito. Kasi dati hindi ko naman akalain na masasagad pa. Ang husay ng Diyos eh. Wala na talagang mas matalino sa kanya. Yung akala mong yun na yung sagad ay may isasagad pa pala. Kaya hindi ko alam, excited pa ako sa mga puwede pag mangyari,” he admitted.

The Gandang Gabi Vice host also aired a two-part special episode Birthday, Birthday din Pag May Time of the show featuring his close friends in the industry as well as a few surprise guests.

Although he has always chosen to keep mum about his personal life, Vice admitted that he knows his mother hopes he will have a child someday. “Lahat naman kasi ng nanay naghahangad ng apo. Pero hindi ko talaga keri (laughs),” he said. Vice said the decision is a very serious matter that he cannot fully commit to at the moment because his career is his top priority.

“Hindi ko nakikta yung sarili ko. Iba yung bata, hindi ko mapanindigan yung responsibilidad.

Hindi naman sapat yung may pera ka para pakainin mo yung bata, mabibilhan mo ng bigas, mapag-aaral mo sa magandang eskuwelahan. Dapat matutukan mo at subaybayan din. Ang laki-laki ng obligasyon nun. Hindi ko pa kaya sa ngayon,” he shared.

Fans of the multi-talented comedian who watched him in last year’s Metro Manila Film Fest blockbuster Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy will be seeing him again on the big screen soon because another movie is in the works. “Nag-meeting na ako with Star Cinema last week. Meron silang niluluto ang ganda, excited na ako sana matuloy. Pero hindi siya pang-filmfest. Kasi gusto ko rin gumawa ng non-filmfest na movie this year. Kasi lagi na lang film fest. Baka yung mga tao hindi na ako panuorin pag hindi film festival, masyado na silang masanay na tuwing Pasko lang,” he said.

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Zsa Zsa Padilla finds new love

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atapos ang dalawang taon ng pagluluksa sa pagpanaw ng Comedy King na si Dolphy ay binuksan na nga ba ni Zsa Zsa Padilla muli ang kanyang puso?

Napatotohanan ang mga espekulasyon nang makitang may kasama ang singer-actress nanood ng Alive, ang 25th year anniversary concert ni Gary Valenciano sa Araneta Coliseum last April 12. Spotted na magkahawak pa si Zsa Zsa at ang kanyang kasama ng kamay habang naglalakad sa hallway ng nasabing venue.

Ang sinasabing bagong pag-ibig ng Divine Diva ay si Conrad Onglao, isang architect. Si Conrad ay hiwalay sa asawa at may dalawang anak na lalaki.

Maiksi ngunit malaman ang sinabi ni Zsa Zsa sa Buzz ng Bayan nang tanungin siya tungkol dito. “I am very inspired.

That’s all I can say.”

Pinost ni Zsa Zsa sa kanyang Instagram account ang larawan nila ni Conrad na nakatalikod at magkahawak kamay na may caption na lyrics ng kantang “You” ng The Carpenters.

Kiray Celis says she wants to follow in Maricel Soriano’s footsteps

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fter being part of the 2013 MMFF blockbuster entry Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy, Kiray Celis said she is looking forward to another exciting year. “Busy naman ngayon, masaya. Siguro ang lagi nilang kinukulit yung bagong teleserye kaso wala pa for now.

Excited rin ako kung magkaroon. Wala akong dream project talaga, kahit ano eh, basta may pera (laughs). Anything, open ako sa lahat,” she shared.

After celebrating her debut last year, Kiray said she wants to be taken more seriously as an actress and even wants to venture into more mature roles to widen her ability in acting. “I do, puwede pero hindi naman yung hubad hubad.

Gusto ko malaman nila na hindi na ako ganun na teenybopper. 18 na ako eh. Kaso sa height ko kasi talaga (laughs). But at least, I’m forever young,” she admitted.

For her next movie project, Kiray said she wants to do a role that is darker and more complex. “Dream role ko yung sa The Orphan, yung namamatay tao. Favorite at dream role ko talaga yung mamamatay tao. Sobrang angas nun, yun talaga yung dream role ko, kunyari mabait sa una tapos siya pala yung pumapatay ng mga tao,” she said.

One of the best experiences for Kiray last year was getting the chance to act alongside veteran actress Maricel Soriano who is incidentally also her acting idol. “Siya talaga yung mahal na mahal ko at sobrang idolo ko.

Nakasama ko siya sa Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy so very proud ako. Itong suot ko bigay niya.

Binibigyan niya ako ng damit, as in nanay ko siya talaga. Siya yung nagdadamit sa akin, ‘Anak, ito yung suotin mo.’ ganun siya sa akin na kinaka-

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proud ko kasi lagi niyang sinasabi sa akin na ako yung little version niya, parang ganun,” she said.

Kiray said she was intimidated at first during their first taping day, but Maricel proved her wrong. “Actually nung una takot ako kasi si Maricel Soriano yun, nung nalaman ko akala ko mataray na hindi ako puwedeng magsalita ng kung ano kasi baka hindi niya magustuhan, masampal lang ako. Kasi ang balita ko mahilig daw siya manampal tapos sobrang sakit pa.

Sabi ko hindi talaga ako magsasalita pag magkasama kami. Sabi ng mama ko behave lang daw ako. Pero hindi, ako yung dinadaldal niya.

Nung una iwas ako kasi iniisip ko bakit niya ako kinakausap? Pero sobra sobra niya palang bait. Bigla na lang yan mag-te-text ng ‘Anak I miss you.’ mga ganyan ganyan. Marami siyang regalo sa akin, siguro mga 15 pieces ng damit na sobrang mamahalin talaga. Sa isang dress lang, merong tag kasi, sabi niya pag malaki ibalik ko daw, parang ganun siya. Pagka-tingin ko sa price sabi ko, ‘Nay, ano ba ito!’ (laughs).”

When it comes to acting, the actress said Maricel leads by example. “Wala siyang inaadvice sa akin. Kasi sabi niya, ‘Nak, ang galing mo. Alam mo nung bata ako hindi ko yan kaya’ gumaganun siya sa akin. Sabi niya iba ako.

Tapos nung nakasama ko siya sa eksena, talagang napabilib ko daw siya na hindi ako makapaniwala na si Maricel Soriano napabilib ko na parang sobrang galing nun. Aminin mo naman, feeling ko konti lang yung mga artistang alam mong magaling talaga, hindi sila sumikat dahil ang ganda nila, hindi siya sumikat dahil mas sexy, dahil tisay, hindi eh, puhunan nila acting talaga eh. I mean magaling sa magaling talaga. Aminin naman natin yun, hindi siya

magiging Diamond Star kung hindi ganun.

Sobrang favorite ko yung mga movies niya kasama ni ninong Roderick Paulate, yung bakla baklaan tapos mga love team love team kay Vic Sotto, yung mga ganun. Sobrang idol ko siya dun,” she said.

Kiray also said she has kept in touch with her former LUV U cast mates, especially her love team partner Igi Boy Flores. “Oo naman, lagi ko kasama si Igi Boy kasi pa may mga guesting or may mga mall show kami pa rin yung magkasama. Tag team kasi kami, partners talaga.

May gagawin kaming movie ni Igi, kasama namin sila Eddie Garcia this year,” she revealed.

Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo talk about their new movie

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a story conference nina Daniel Padilla at Kathryn Bernardo para sa pelikulang She Is Dating A Gangster na mula sa isang bestselling na libro, ibinahagi nila ang ilan sa mga aabangan ng kanilang mga fans dito. Ayon kay Kathryn, “Excited ako kasi great love story siya. Hindi siya basta rom-com (romantic comedy) kung ‘di seryosong love story talaga.

And yung characters namin dito—si Athena, nag-aaral sa high school tapos makikilala niya si Kenji—yung parang sa libro.”

Nagsimulang sumikat ang istorya ng She Is Dating A Gangster online at dumami ang mga followers nito hanggang sa na-publish ito. Natanong kina Daniel at Kath kung may pressure din ba sa kanila na mabigyan ng hustisya ang mga karakter na minahal na ng mga

Sarah Geronimo’s ‘Let It Go’ video gets 1 million views on Youtube

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arah Geronimo’s Let It Go video of her ASAP 19 performance hits 1 million views today, after it was uploaded on ABS-CBN Online’s Youtube account last Sunday. The Pop Star Princess earned praises for her performance of the popular song from the Disney movie Frozen.

It was the first time that the song was sung live in ASAP. Youtube commenters expressed their awe over Sarah’s rendition of the famous song, which was sang originally by Idina Menzel in the animated film.

Robrick G posted, “Sarah sings with flawless diction. It’s clean and her voice is light yet strong. I’d take her any time than them other screaming singers with ugly singing tone.”

“Can’t get over this... Just when I thought I was over my “Let It Go craze”, Sarah just has to sing it... Now, I’m back at it again... I can’t LET IT GO!!!!” Redeemed Child commented.

“You’re a pleasant to hear and a pleasant to look at. My eyes and ears adore Sarah. ;) <3 <3 <3,” Emarjorie Librado said.

mambabasa. “Opo, siyempre hindi naman sa atin nawawala yan. Pero ito kasing movie na ito maganda yung story kaya na-excite kami ni DJ kasi mas parang nag-grow kami dito sa story and yung sa libro hindi naman namin inalis yung story niya pero dinagdagan pa namin ng para mas mapaganda siya.”

Ito rin ang muling pagsasama nila ni Cathy Garcia-Molina na direktor nila sa Got To Believe.

Nang ilarawan ni Daniel ang direktor, aniya, “She is the best, she is the greatest.” Dagdag pa niya dito, “Basta Direk Cathy mapa-pelikula man o teleserye, the best ka talaga Direk. Alam naman namin na kapag kay Direk Cathy e aalagaan naman talaga sa lahat—sa itsura, sa acting, sa lahat.”

Nabanggit na rin ni Direk Cathy na excited na siyang muling makatrabaho ang dalawa

at inaming paborito niya sina Daniel at Kathryn. Nang hingan ng reaksiyon ang dalawa tungkol dito, “Siyempre kinakabahan ako kapag ganun. Gusto ko na mameet ang expectations pero gagalingan ko. Gagawin ko ang the best at gagawin ni Kathryn ang kanyang best at gagalingan nito ng todo.”

Joey Marquez comments on Kris-Herbert romance

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n a brief interview with Joey Marquez after the blogger’s conference of Da Possessed, the host/comedian was asked about his reaction to the ongoing romance of former girlfriend Kris Aquino and Quezon City Mayor Herbert Bautista.

“I’m happy, I’m very happy for all of us, for the entire world,” Joey briefly commented.

When further pressed on his thoughts now that Kris is again dating a politician, he refused to answer directly and stated, “Love and peace for everybody for this coming Lenten season.”

The actor/comedian did not comment further about the matter.

Joey and Kris was once an item way back in 2002 and broke up in 2003 after being embroiled in a controversy.

Last Monday night, April 7, 2014, Kris admitted that she was dating Herbert Bautista.

“If there is something that the past has taught me, it is that I cannot be in this alone. Herbert and I are partners in either failure or success of our being together, and we can strengthen what we have by allowing ourselves to have a chance at forever by keeping quiet and private about what is here and now,” she revealed on Aquino and Abunda Tonight.

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Anne Curtis rushed to hospital after being stung by jellyfish

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yesebel star Anne Curtis was rushed to St. Luke’s hospital after she was stung by a jellyfish.

In the Twitter account of the actress, she revealed, “Morning everyone. Just read all your ‘Get well soon’ messages. Last night was my first time to be stung by a jellyfish, a box jellyfish.”

St. Luke’s is currently monitoring the sting, the rash and the rhythm of her heart after the jellyfish attack.

Anne remarked that the effect of thesting could have been worse. “Been reading up on the box jellyfish and I’m lucky it wasn’t fatal. This summer be careful

when swimming in the ocean keep and eye out,” she said.

Despite what happened, Anne remains optimistic and thanked her fans for their support on Dyesebel because of its high ratings. “I can now sincerely say, lahat ng puyat, pawis, dugo at jellyfish bites makes it all worth it, dahil sa supporta binibigay nyo sa Dyesebel,” she stated.

Prior to being admitted at St. Luke’s Anne was brought to various hospitals in San Juan, Batangas according to Eric John Salut, Dreamscape’s adprom head.

Anne Curtis denies calling Sam Concepcion ‘not classy enough’

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yesebel star Anne Curtis swiftly belied rumors that she has once again chided someone after reportedly having too much to drink, yet again, via a post on her Instagram account in the evening of Tuesday, April 1.

Anne’s clarification came hours after an article reported that she belittled Kapamilya young star Sam Concepcion during the birthday bash of her It’s Showtime co-host Vice Ganda at the upscale bar 71 Gramercy on Sunday, March 30.

The Binibining Pilipinas 2014 host posted a group photo which had her, Georgina Wilson, Vice Ganda as well as the Mirabella actor together with their friends with the caption: “Taken at Vice’s birthday. Of course I spoke to Sam that night and as always, I told him to take care of my baby sister. Like any ate would do BUT to clarify I DID NOT say any of those words written in the article.”

She even added, “Kahit tanungin nyo pa si Sam. Even he doesn’t know where those words came from.”

What’s important she said is that “Sam and I are ok” and that there’s “no issue here.”

Anne’s post has drawn over 17,000 “likes” in less than hour and some 318 comments commending her honesty and encouraging her to stay strong against her bashers.

In a report posted also on April 1, Anne reportedly derided the rumored boyfriend of her younger sister Jasmine Curtis Smith as she approached him during the party and yelled at him: “Why are you here? Who invited you? You are not classy enough to be here!”

The report further added, that the AnneKapal performer even purportedly bashed the 21-year-old actor’s car saying that his current car is nothing compared to her oldest car and even accused him of cheating on her sister “Ba’t mo niloloko ang kapatid ko?” the report

quoted Anne as saying.

Recall that Anne’s first controversial drunken tirade happened November last year which involved slapping Kapamilya box office star John Lloyd Cruz, Jake Cuenca and two other individuals and belittling Kapamilya host Phoemela Barranda.

Anne supposedly told Phoemela during her past meltdown: “I can buy you, your friends, and this club.”

The actress-host has since apologized to the involved parties for the incident and had already mended ties with them.

Anne Curtis celebrates her sister’s 20th birthday after being discharged from hospital Prior to attending Jasmine’s birthday celebration last Sunday night, Anne greeted her sister via Instagram. “To My Baby Love, Happy, Happy 20th Birthday. I’m so proud of the young lady that you have become and always want nothing but the best for you. Even if you are no longer a teen now, always know that I’ll be here to love, care and protect you. No matter what.

Never forget that. I love you so much. Happy Birthday my baby Jazzy. Ate loves you so much,” she posted.

Straight out of St. Luke’s Hospital where she was confined after being stung by a box jellyfish, Anne did not miss her sister Jasmine’s 20th birthday party.

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Anne was with her mom, brother and other close relatives during the special occasion. The Dyesebel star needed to head home early though for she was still recovering and was set to work again for Dyesebel the day after. “Happy Birthday again my baby love. Sorry I couldn’t stay out so long... I know you understand that I just got out of the hospital... But I really gave what I had left in me to join you for your birthday dinner. Didn’t want to miss out on your special day, your 20th!!,” Anne shared on her Instagram account.

She reiterated that she would always be there to support Jasmine. “I can’t believe it! You’re 20!!! Don’t ever forget that I’ll be here for you... Always and forever... I got your back... No matter what. Enjoy the rest of your night baby! Know that you are sooooo loved! Happy happy Birthday! @ jascurtissmith,” she posted.

The actress-host was promptly back on the Dyesebel set today. “Here we go. Back to work. On my way to Dyesebel taping,” she tweeted.

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t was Gov. Vilma Santos-Recto’s line “I love you, Lucky!” which became famous in the 1980’s. And Lucky or Luis Manzano grew up to be equally famous and loved by many as his mother and father. He has turned 32 on April 21, 2014. At his age, he has been blessed. He has his own transportation business, a happy family, an abundant career, and a blooming love life.

His birthday falls 2 days before his girlfriend Angel Locsin’s birthday (which falls on April 23). Angel Locsin surprised him on his birthday salubong and posted a picture in her Instagram account with this caption - “Happy birthday to the most amazing man ever! I love you soo much! “ How Lucky can you get?

Photos from the official IG of Luis Manzano and Angel Locsin

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KATHRYN The Teen Queen's Coming Out Party

Kathryn Bernardo celebrates her 18th birthday

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Well-Wishers for Kathryn at 18

Here are the people who celebrated with Kathryn Bernardo her coming out party. Photo Credits: IG accounts of Star Magic, Cornerstone, G3 San Diego, Gretchen Barretto, RS Francisco, KN Batmans, BernardoKathPH, Mariel Rodriguez-Padilla

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5 HIGHLIGHTS of the Teen Queen’s debut last Saturday, March 29, 2014.

Daniel Padilla as the last dance for the 18 roses The night would have not be complete without the 18 roses.

Enrique Gil, Khalil Ramos, Neil Colleta were among the participants of the 18 roses. But what really made everyone fall head over heels in love was when Daniel had the last dance with Kathryn. Daniel brought a bouquet of flowers for the debutant and everyone cheered for the teen couple.

Kathryn’s dad gave Daniel his message During the ceremonial toast, Kathryn Bernardo’s dad had a message for his daughter’s escort and ka-MU. Tito Teodor said to Daniel, “Thank you for taking care of Kathryn, so far, so good.” This earned a resounding applause from the guests. It only shows how Kathryn’s dad is appreciative of Daniel’s effort and how welcome he is to the Bernardo family.

Daniel Padilla serenaded Kathryn Showing off how special Kathryn is to him, Daniel Padilla serenaded Kathryn Bernardo before the debut concluded Saturday night. The Teen King and Queen were all smiles as they all got cozy and sweet on stage. Daniel sang the song “Til there was You”. The audience could not help but get kilig during this portion of the debut.

Kathryn’s sweet message to her mom Kath’s mom, Mommy Min got teary eyed as Kathryn dedicated the night to her. Kath thanked her mom for everything. “Actually ang celebration na ‘to hindi lang para sa akin because it has been 18 years simula ng pinanganak ako ni mama.

Thank you so much na pinalaki mo ako ng ganito.

‘Yung celebration na ‘to hindi lang para sa akin, celebration natin ‘tong dalawa,” she said.

Kathryn’s 18 candles Kathryn 18 candles were really special as various family members and friends gave their well-wishes and advice to Kath now that she is already a lady.

The 18 candles included her ate, who flew in from the UK, Julia Montes, Miles Ocampo and Marian Rivera, among others.

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n celebration of the 10th year anniversary of its original airing, ABS-CBN brought back the highly popular series Meteor Garden, the Taiwanese series which started it all and sparked many successful adaptations of the popular Japanese manga Boys Over Flowers, including the Korean version of the same title and the Japanese version Hana Yori Dango.

So if ever the Philippines were to come up with its own version of thea highly popular series, who do you think can bring to life beloved characters like Shan Cai and Dao Ming Si? Here are some of PUSH’s suggestions:

XI MEN (KEN ZHU)

This fun-loving playboy who almost falls for Shan Cai’s best friend is a true player who has a kind heart, but vows never to date any girl for more than a week.

KHALIL RAMOS

DIEGO LOYZAGA

After playing best friend Kiko in Princess and I, Khalil can totally pull off playing rich playboy Xi Men because of his good looks, cultured upbringing (he studied in Colegio De San Agustin in Makati and recently opened his own online shoe business), and good taste in women (we hear he’s into Julia Barretto).

Growing up in Australia for most of his life gives Diego that air of mystery that Xi Men also possesses. In Meteor Garden, he leaves the audience wanting to know more about him which is kind of like what we felt with Diego’s roles in Growing Up and Mara Clara.

More than just the other playboy in F4, Mei Zuo is a loyal friend who was always kind to Shan Cai and tried to help her all throughout the series.

MEI ZUO (VANNESS WU)

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KIT THOMPSON

It doesn’t hurt that this former Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition alumni has also had his share of being linked to different Kapamilya stars like Jane Oineza and Myrtle Sarroza so it won’t be a stretch for him to feel right at home with the ladies. This half-Pinoy, half-New Zealander also looks up to Channing Tatum which might mean he has the moves that Vanness showed off in the series as well.

JAMES REID As a former PBB Teen Edition 2010 grand winner, it’s a no-brainer this Fil-Australian actor is a hit with the ladies.

Which is why we think he would be a natural for the role of one of Dao Ming Si’s closest friends.

HUA ZE LEI (VIC ZHOU)

Mysterious softspoken, artistic, and kind, the most mysterious member of F4 turned out to be the most popular during our recent PUSH poll. Can you decide who is worthier to play Dao Ming Si’s closest ally and at the same time rival in love?

SAM CONCEPCION Just like Hua Ze Lei, Sam is also very artistic, musically inclined, and a true charmer with the ladies. Not that he even really has to try, we feel that this talented young artist would be easy to picture as F4’s most elusive and picky bachelor.

ENRIQUE GIL With facial features that make women everywhere want him to be their boyfriend, Quen’s innate qualities, having a softspoken voice and a gentle demeanor is the reason why he would fit this role to a T.

DAO MING SI (JERRY YAN)

As the stubborn, hot-headed leader of F4, Dao Ming Si goes through life thinking everything can be bought for money, including love. But all this changes when he starts falling for the equally stubborn and outspoken Shan Cai. NASH AGUAS

It seems only fitting that Nash would be on this list after he joined a now defunct noontime show’s Batang F4 contest in 2003. Now all grown up, Nash has enough of that good-boywith-an-edge kind of look that makes us think he can pull off being the most volatile attractive rich guy at the Meteor Garden campus.

DANIEL PADILLA

Having entered the public’s consciousness with a bad boy image (more from his fashion sense than anything else), fans clamored to see more of the industry’s newest teen idol. Just like Dao Ming Si, fans followed DJ everywhere. But when it came to his reel and real life ladylove (you know who she is), this guy turns into a softie, which is why we think he would feel right at home with this role.

HUA ZE LEI (VIC ZHOU) A hardworking and honest girl who loves her family very much, Filipinos can relate to Meteor Garden’s lead protagonist not just because of her values in life, but because she is always positive, loving and funny.

MILES OCAMPO We’ve watched her grow up from Goin’ Bulilit days until she found herself with a love team partner in LUV U and although we’re used to seeing her in sweet roles, we feel it would be a nice transition to see Miles play the tough and outspoken Shan Cai.

KATHRYN BERNARDO We’ve watched her in many successful projects to know that Kathryn can play the underdog with no effort. Her charm endears her to the audience and of course, who wouldn’t like to see her end up in Daniel Padilla’s arms for the 9th time?

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THE NOT-SO-SECRET LIFE OF JAMES REID

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Clash 2010 Big Winner James Reid is a hot item nowadays. Why? He is one of the lead stars of the movie Diary Ng Panget. The big break for this young dreamer may have taken a while, but hey, timing is everything. See Jamesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s friends, interests and favorite activities in these photos from his Instagram.

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Richard Gomez on joining the National Volleyball team: ‘I was never intimidated’

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fter coming back from training camp in Korea last week, Richard Gomez said he learned a lot from the overseas experience. “Ang hirap ng training, tiring. But the Koreans there are really good, ang galing talaga, ang lakas.

Kaya it’s a good thing that we learned something,” he said.

Goma, as he is fondly called in showbiz by close friends, admitted that he really trained hard to make it into the Philippine National Volleyball squad.

“Matagal yung proseso. But I prepared for a long time and then nung nag-open ang national team tryouts, nag-try out kaming lahat, we were almost about a hundred players. And then nag-cut down sila to 30, and then to 18 until it became 12,” he shared during the Bench Body Whitening Lotion event held last April 3 at the Bench Tower in BGC, Taguig.

Having been active in volleyball since grade school, Goma said he only thought about trying out for the Philippine team when he found some extra time in his schedule after retiring from fencing in 2008. “Wala lang ako magawa (laughs).

Ang daming time eh. But I’ve been playing volleyball for a long time hindi lang seriously. And then in 2007 to 2008 ang dami kong oras so I started playing

it seriously. I’m the oldest in the group.

I have personal training, kailangan eh.

Kailangan may weights training, may running. Lahat kami nahihirapan, pero salamat sa multivitamins (laughs). But seriously, siyempre may effort na rin di ba? I’m not as young as I used to be, but I try to cope up with the younger players. I was never intimidated. Siguro I was watching some younger guys, and siguro they were looking at me na, ‘Ay si Goma ito ah! Medyo may edad na ito pero pagdating sa laro laban talaga kami lahat,’” he explained.

From April 8 to 16, Richard will be part of the squad representing the country in this year’s Asian Men’s Club Volleyball Championships to be held at the Mall of Asia Arena and Cuneta Astrodome. Richard said his family’s continued support is part of what keeps him passionate about sports. “My wife is very supportive sa mga endeavors ko and I’m very thankful kasi if she’s not supportive mahihirapan din ako eh. I’m very happy that Juliana also is picking up the sport. Sabi ko sa kanya, I was playing volleyball since I was in elementary, high school, college and then I stopped for a while and then binalikan ko lang,” he said.

With volleyball being the fourth sport he has gotten into seriously after fencing, rowing, and shooting, Richard said he is still eyeing one more sport to join on the

national level. “Tapusin ko muna itong voleyball (laughs).

I’ve been a member of four national teams of different sports. Parang kaya ko pa hanggang lima eh (laughs).

Sa tingin ko ah. Meron pa pero I’ll try to achieve it first.

Pag na-achieve ko yun I’ll let you know. Kailangan achiever lagi di ba?” he said.

Richard said he is currently busy right now taping for a show with Sharon Cuneta on another network. “Nag-start na kami nung show namin ni Sharon (Cuneta).

Nag-taping na kami actually. Nakakathree days na kami. It’s a dramedy, a drama comedy. Ang gusto ko kasi per project basis para I’m not tied down with one company. Anyways friendly naman lahat eh di ba? And then yung movie namin ni Gretchen (Barretto) niri-revise pa yung script,” he said.

Richard said he is also busy helping his wife Ormoc City Representative Lucy Torres-Gomez with ongoing rehabilitation projects after the calamity that hit their area last year. “Ormoc is slowly recovering. Kami tuloy-tuloy pa rin yung relief efforts namin at saka yung bangka project namin. Madami pang trabahong kailangan gawin, but we’re doing our best,” he shared.

Nadine Lustre on being compared to Kathryn Bernardo: ‘I’m actually flattered’

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adine Lustre remarked that she is actually flattered to be compared to Kathryn Bernardo. Netizens have been commenting that both stars look alike.

“Ako naman kasi with that issue, I’m actually flattered pa kasi Kathryn we all know naman na she’s beautiful, she’s gorgeous and she’s pretty famous right now. So ako parang okay lang kasi to be compared with someone like that di ba it’s very flattering? Well ako naman kasi I don’t get affected by it, iba naman si Kathryn, iba din naman ako. siguro it’s just the some features that are hawig,” she said in an interview with

‘yung sa mga angles ko may nagsasabi minsan Kathryn Bernardo so I don’t know, I’m okay with it though.”

With her launching movie set to hit theaters this April 2, Nadine said that she’s already excited about it. She admitted though that she had doubts at first if it would be well-received by moviegoers. “It’s very exciting because I mean this is my launching movie so I don’t know how it’s going to turn out kasi parang di ba fresh face, new face so parang I was scared at first,” she relayed.

She was glad to have heard positive feedback since the trailer was released. “I was very nervous kasi baka sabihin ‘Ang dami namang artista diyan bakit pa bago ang ginamit nila?’ But then all the fans kasi since they know the book parang positive naman yung reaction nila sa amin ni James (Reid) so right now I’m more of excited,” she said.

Push.com.ph.

Nadine shared that she The upcoming Ang Diary had fun working with James ng Panget star underscored Reid, her onscreen partner that she’s okay with the in the movie. “It was fun kasi comparison. “A lot of people si James naman maaalam tell me that siguro I kinda do naman siya he’s very chill and na some of my pictures din very cool. Masarap siyang with the angles kasi meron nga kasama,” she relayed.

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Pokwang says she is wary of ‘gold-digger’ suitors

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hile she confessed to not having any boyfriend ever since she started in showbiz, comedienne Pokwang underscored that she’s very happy with her life as of the

moment.

“Sa akin, siyempre ang anak ko. Huwag na tayong maghanap ng iba pa. Wala kasi akong love life ngayon. Ang love life ko, eh, ‘yung mga sumusuporta sa akin,” Pokwang said in an interview at the Mirabella Grand Press Conference.

However, she emphasized that she isn’t completely closing her doors on love, saying that, “Alam n’yo kahit sabihin ko pang ayoko nang magmahal, hindi mo p’wedeng sabihin na ayaw mo na talaga. Meron at meron talagang nakalaan para sa ‘yo, kaya lang hindi natin alam kung kelan, saan at kung sino.”

Contrary to popular belief, Pokwang swears that no one is wooing her nowadays. “Walang-wala at mamatay man ako ngayon eh hindi ko na ulit naranasan ang magkaroon ng isang boyfriend,” she promised. “Wala akong Pinoy o foreigner man na naging boyfriend ulit. Basta ang importante lang, eh, kumikita naman ako para sa kinabukasan ko at sa mga mahal ko sa buhay.”

While she couldn’t think of a reason for not having suitors, Pokwang was quick to rule out that they may be intimidated by her aura and achievements in showbiz. “Hindi naman. Medyo pumalpak lang ‘yung iba pero hindi naman sila dapat sungitan. Basta ngayon enjoy life lang to the fullest. Kung masaya tayo ngayon at kung sino ang nagpapangiti sa atin, eh, i-enjoy lang natin ‘yan nang bonggang-bongga,” she said with a smile.

She confessed that she’s actually cautious of encountering men who would only be after her money.

“Siyempre, naisip ko rin naman ‘yan. Pero ako, eh, bago ko siya, i-entertain, eh, ginagamit ko rin naman ang utak ko agad. Bago dumating ang puntong ‘yan, eh, nakapag-decide na agad ako. Ibubuhos ko na lang ang pera ko sa anak ko,” the actresscomedienne said.

Her daughter Mae Subong with her former Japanese beau is already a teenager and according to Pokwang, they are at a point that they can talk about many things, including the whereabouts of her father.

“Ewan ko sa kanya, nasa Japan lang yata siya.

Wala na akong balita sa kanya. Pero alam naman siguro niya na artista na ako dito sa Pilipinas at siguro naman may nakapagsabi sa kanya na kahit papaano, eh, nagkaroon na rin ako ng pangalan sa showbiz,” she said.

Pokwang further shared that, “May friends din ako na taga-TFC na nakapagsabi sa akin na binanggit daw nila sa kanya kung ano na ang sitwasyon naming mag-ina ngayon and baka sa palagay ko, eh, ‘yun yata ang naging dahilan kung bakit nahihiya siyang kontakin kaming mag-iina.”

But will she be open to accepting her daughter’s father if ever he comes back? “May pamilya na siya at may mga anak na, halos kasing edad daw ng anak ko kaya hindi p’wedeng kami ulit. Well, tinanong ko siya (Mae) kung gusto niyang makita ang tatay niya, sabi niya sa akin, hindi naman daw sa hindi siya interesado pero tatay pa rin niya ‘yun at kahit baligtarin man ang mundo, eh, ‘yun ang ama niya,” replied the Mirabella star.

Kris Aquino at James Yap, nag-”closure” na kasabay ng celebration ng 7th birthday ni Bimby!

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ndeed, a TV moment.

Lahat tayo naging part, o nasaksihan ang journey sa buhay nina Kris Aquino at James Yap. Kasama ni Josh at ni Bimby. Matapos umamin si Kris tungkol sa namumuong pagtitinginan sa kanila ni QC Mayor Herbert Bautista - at habang si James, as we all knew before pa ay happy na rin with his Italian girlfriend na si Michela Cazzola... Dumating na rin finally ang point, na kayang magkaharap at magkasundo ng dating mag-asawa. Pleasant ang atmosphere pagdating ni James sa venue ng 7th birthday party ni Bimb.

As shared by Kris sa top-rating morning reality talk program na Kris TV, naki-share si James ngayon sa gastusin sa party ni Bimb.

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And sa isang pambihirang pagkakataon, bago ang party proper, umupo together - with yours truly, si Kris at James.

Para pag-usapan ang bagong chapter sa buhay nilang dalawa bilang mga magulang sa kanilang anak. Positive, magaan, masaya. Ito ang naramdaman ko sa buong time na nagu-usap-usap kaming tatlo. There were a few times na naging very emotional si Krisy, as in napaiyak siya, dahil na rin sa overwhelming feeling of peace - and marahil nga, ng closure na finally ay dumating daw sa kanilang dalawa.

Gaya nga ng sinabi ni Kris sa A&A Tonight, they may have failed as husband and wife... Pero they still have the chance - Bimby’s whole life, to work on being the best parents they can be to their son.

Isa itong usapan na lahat kayo makaka-relate.

Unexpected. Honest and candid. Liberating. Forgiving.

Loving.

Don’t miss the full interview. Airing on Kris TV this Friday - April 11, 2014.

Thank you Jasmin Pallera (@jasminip) for the photos.

Dominique Cojuangco on joining showbiz someday: ‘I’ve always been interested’

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fter a two-week visit to Manila, Dominique Cojuangco flew back to Europe right after her launch as one of Bench Body Whitening Lotion’s newest endorsers. The only daughter of businessman Tonyboy Cojuangco and Gretchen Barretto is currently enrolled in a Fashion Design course in London which she started attending last month.

The 19-year-old model said being a student abroad has taught her a lot of new things. “I feel like London has made me grow more independent.

Meeting new friends and being introduced to a new cultures… And it’s a nice, new chapter in my life after I graduated from the British School Manila. I’ve learned to be more independent. I’ve learned the importance of getting lost around the city and finding new places or finding myself and I think that’s wonderful.

I am usually in school for half of the week, otherwise I like visiting galleries and museums. It’s nice sightseeing because it is one of the most beautiful cities in the world after Manila, of course (laughs),” she shared.

The aspiring fashion designer said her life is now very different because of college life. “I used to go to school that was ten minutes away in a car and now I go to school in London and my school is forty minutes away, I have to take the tube, I have to walk with my umbrella when it rains. I do like it. My friends are very different, they’re from different countries that I’ve never even come across before like Kazakhstan for example but I think it’s a nice cultural difference and it’s something that I learn from. I’ve adjusted in a way where I can live day-to-day life, but it’s nice to be able to discover new places everyday,” she said. Having grown up in the limelight, Dominique said she was excited when Ben Chan asked if she was willing to join the

Bench family. Dominique’s cousin Julia Barretto is also one of the brand’s most popular endorsers at the moment. “I grew up with Bench just like everybody else and it’s nice that my family is part of Bench too so it does feel like family to me. I truly trust Bench because it does feel like a family so when I was asked to endorse it my yes was immediate because it’s Bench. I was definitely overwhelmed especially with the whole event, the TVC, the advertisment, it’s something different that I’m just so flattered that I was asked. I was asked around June or July of last year so I’ve been waiting and waiting and waiting (laughs) and finally it comes so definitely I was so relieved and excited and happy,” said the Bench Body Whitening Lotion model.

Dominique said that even though most of her family members are in showbiz, she is in no rush to make any career decisions yet. Her mother Gretchen has already told the media that she wants her daughter to become an international fashion designer

someday. “They’ve always been supportive of whatever I chose to do so I never really had to ask them. I just had to tell them and I think they always supposed that I would be going to London because they did put me in the British School (laughs). Showbiz?

I haven’t thought about it yet. Right now I’m focusing on my studies, but if an opportunity comes I don’t see why I wouldn’t say yes. I’ve always been interested just because I’ve been behind the scenes with my mom. I see how she works and I love the vibe, everybody’s vibe. I like the positive vibe everybody has for work and how they’re so enthusiastic and I love that.

Anything’s possible to be honest with you (laughs),” she admitted.

Dominique had actually offered a chance to act before at the Kapamilya network, but didn’t go through with it because of school. “I was asked to be an extra for a bit, but at that time I had exams for the diploma so I wasn’t able to say yes,” she added.

Gretchen Barretto on daughter Dominique: ‘She will be more fabulous than me’

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ver since her only daughter Dominique started studying fashion design in the United Kingdom, Gretchen Barretto said she has become an even prouder mom. “She’s so independent in London. She takes the tube. She has been offered a scholarship in her school. She’s achieved so much in a few months in London and I’m just very proud. Her dad is very, very proud of her,” she admitted during Dominique’s launch as one of the endorsers of Bench Body Whitening Lotion along with Sam Rodriguez, daughter of the late Miguel Rodriguez.

Gretchen said she does not want to think about Dominique joining showbiz some day because she is currently focused on her studies. “No, she’s not going full-time in show business. Babalik siya ng London. She’s doing commercials. Madami siyang offers na commercials and yun ang mga gusto niyang gawin.

After college that’s three more years from now so I can’t really tell. I really don’t know. Right now we’re dealing with a lot in sending her to school. I want

her to be a very, very successful international designer, that’s what I dream for her. But of course ito yung buhay na kinagisnan ko sana she’s always going to be a part of show business kasi I’m in show business and Julia (Barretto) is and my family is,” she said.

The mestiza actress said Dominique has learned to deal with details of their private lives being made public. “I always told her that intrigues and problems in situations will always be part of life, whether you’re rich or poor, fat or thin, tall or short, you will always have problems. No one will go though life without problems or intrigues or whatever it is so you might as well face it.

And I think she’s tough. I think she’s a tough girl. Wala akong tinatago sa kanya. Like I said, she’s turning 19. I believe she’s smarter than me and even Tony says, ‘Oh my God, I never thought this girl is smart. She writes better than I do!’” she admitted.

Gretchen said she thinks her daughter can definitely surpass her achievements. “She will be more fabulous than me believe me (laughs). I dream for my daughter to be better than me

in every way. Siguro kung nanay ka yan ang wish mo para sa anak mo,” she added.

When it comes to being an adult, Gretchen said she leaves it up to Dominique to decide if she will accept suitors and go into showbiz. “She’s 19, she’s an adult so she just tells me, ‘Mom I want this. Mom I don’t want this.’ kasi yung offers they go through me so she tells me if she can’t do it or if she’ll do it. I’m not the manager, Pia Campos is managing Dominique for Bench and the rest also is Backroom. You know, she’s 19. Hindi ko puwede sabihin sa kanya na she’s not allowed or you’re allowed. She’s a very smart girl so she can make her own decisions. Thank God hindi pa niya ini-entertain because I guess she’s very busy with work. Sana huwag muna (laughs),” she shared.

The proud mom along with Dominique’s dad Tony Boy Cojuangco showed up early to support their daughter at the Bench Body Whitening Lotion event held last April 3 at The Playground, Bench Tower in BGC. Gretchen invited her sister Marjorie, nieces Julia and Claudia Barretto, and her closest friends to witness

Dominique’s commercial launch.

“I’m just so happy that she’s following her dreams and she has grown. In a few months she has become so much more a lady and she’s become so confident and I’m so proud of her grades and she’s just making her dad and me really, really so proud and I can’t ask for anything more. She’s such a good girl. Lahat na lang, hindi katulad ko, bad girl (laughs).

She’s the love of his life, more than me. Ganun talaga. I accept [it], what can I do (laughs)?” she said.

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KC Concepcion and Paulo Avelino :

What’s the real score?

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arami ang nagulat, nagpanic, nag-assume… matapos ang mga Instagram posts ni KC Concepcion last April 19, kasama si Paulo Avelino – na dinalaw siya sa US. Sa unang post, sinabi ni KC sa caption : “Safe flight home. It made my heart happy to cook for you that day & to see you enjoying the little things, even just for a while. Thank you. For everything.”

Marami ang kinilig, marami ang kinutuban na baka may “something” sa dalawa, lalo na nang lumabas ang pangalawang post ni KC, kung saan larawan ng dalawang anino – assuming na shadows nga nila ito ni Paulo, with the caption : “Our roads are gonna cross again. It doesn’t really matter when.”

A line from the song “Somewhere Down The Road” tama? And there… sunod sunod na ang mga comments, tweets at speculations na baka nag-part ways na nga ang dalawa.

Bilang si KC, sa pagkakaalam ng marami, is my dearest bebe mula pa noong dumating siya sa Pinas from Paris, agad ko siyang tinext to ask about what’s happening. Actually, nagtweet din ako kay Paulo hindi nga lang siya sumagot hehehe. One morning pag gising ko ay nakatanggap ako ng reply kay KC… sagot niya sa tanong ko tungkol sa may parting ways bang naganap, kung may pag-unfollow sa IG ba talagang nangyari…

“No comment except… Basta, mahal ko siya. Yun lang. :)” Yan ang maiksi, pero impactful, na sagot ni KC. So what’s the real score? Sure tayo that there’s LOVE between them. Regarding their status now… reviewhin at kantahin natin ang “Somewhere Down The Road” baka sakaling masagot ng kanta ang tanong sa isip natin.

Thanks Kace! Ingat ka lagi dyan, paghusayan and keep making us proud! Miss you and love you bebe!

MELAI GIVES BIRTH TO A BOUNCING BABY GIRL While Jason Francisco

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ustre Melai Cantiveros and Jason Francisco now have a baby girl according to their management Star Magic’s official Facebook and Instagram account.

Melai, who is currently with her family in General Santos City, looked very happy before giving birth and Jason is the image of a very proud father, carrying his daughter.

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announced this April 5, 2014 afternoon the name they chose for their baby girl on his Instagram account. “Hi my name is Amelia Lucille CantiverosFrancisco. I love my mommy and daddy. God Bless po :) “ was the text posted beside his daughter’s picture. He and wife Melai Cantiveros were said to have been deliberating on four names before settling on Amelia Lucille.

The Francisco’s first child was born via normal delivery last April 3 at around 8PM. She weighed 5 lbs. and 10 ounces, and is 48 cm. long.

Jason told his close friends that he and Melai really didn’t think of a name for the baby. “Di kasi napaghandaan. Sabi kasi ni Melai pag labas na lang daw mag-iisip ng name.”

The couple will be returning to Manila with their new bundle of joy as soon as their doctor advises Amelia Lucille is okay to travel.

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ieo Lopez, Gianna Llanes, and Luigi D’Avola were recently named new VJs for MYX music channel. They bested nine other MYX VJ aspirants after competing for two months in presenting videos, hosting for the channel.

In an interview at the MYX VJ Search Finals event held on April 8 at Alphonse Bistro, the three unanimously said that they all never expected to emerge as winners, especially since two of them are first-timers while the other one has already tried his luck for the third time.

“For me I think dinaan ko sa kulit kasi nga pangatlong beses ko na ito and I guess it shows na ginusto ko talaga kaya ito ang result na nangyari,” Vieo said, adding that, “’Yun lang parang keep going, keep trying, and I finally got what I want.”

Proving that third time indeed is the charm, Vieo recalled that he auditioned first in 2008 and then in 2012 before finally getting a VJ slot this year.

First-timers in the VJ search Gianna and Luigi meanwhile believe that their edge was that, “We showed that we have potential and that we can do so much more.”

Claiming that the MYX management never gave him a hint as to whether or not he has improved as a VJ-aspirant over the years, Vieo thinks that his multiple auditions didn’t actually earn him an advantage. “Hindi ko alam kung malaking tulong siya basta ang alam ko kang pinakita ko lang na hindi ako ‘yung tipo na dahil sinabihan mo kang ng ‘not this time’ ay hindi na ako magta-try. So I think them seeing that I work hard and I keep trying to be better it became faster for them to see na ‘We should get him because he improves, he will improve and he could be better. Kaya let’s give him a chance naman.’ That’s what I think,” Vieo explained.

He added, “In MYX they don’t tell you. They expect that you’re in the top 12 for a reason and they tell you to just be yourself, that’s how they are naman.”

As winners, the three would receive a six-month contract as VJs with MYX Philippines.

What can they impart to the thousands of young MYX VJ aspirants in the country who are hoping to be in their place someday?

Gianna underscored that they should “take a risk” and that they should try it if they really want to be a VJ and just enjoy the entire growing process.

Like Gianna, Luigi also gave emphasis on chasing ones dream, saying that, “I think it’s simple, like if you have a dream you should go for it. Because at the end of it you don’t want to ask yourself ‘what if tried this?’ I think that’s the most important one.”

Vieo encouraged others to be somewhat like him and not to be shy. “Just because you’re surrounded with people who are super talented or celebrities who are auditioning. Don’t be afraid, you know. You yourself know what your strengths are and your weaknesses are. Give it your best shot and for all you know, you’ll get the job,” he ended.

The selection of the winners, according to MYX Philippines channel head Andre Alvarez was a rigorous process that involved a team vote and a lot of observation. “For everyone’s information it’s a team vote. I don’t solely decide who’s going to win. All of the VJ finalists are observed whatever they do, whether it’s on cam, backstage or at the dressing room, when you least expect it, people are actually looking at how you behave, how you are with each other.

“It’s been a decision that we came together and we exchanged our different points of view in how we have seen your performances for the past two months,” he explained.

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Lani Misalucha dreams of collaborating with Bruno Mars

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ani Misalucha is back in the country and is set to release an album under Star Records titled The Nightingale Returns.

The singer shared that her new record will contain songs of different styles and unique themes. “Siguro iba ba ‘yung pagkanta [sa album] ko, iba-iba ‘yung tema, iba-iba ‘yung tunog kaya kakaiba siya eh,” she said.

She remarked that she is truly elated to be part of the Star Records family and to embark on a new journey with the recording company. “I really feel ecstatic and happy na I am here. I am very, very happy that there are new people surrounding me, new company, new adventure,” she stated.

On why it took so long for her to release an album again in the Philippines, she commented, “I don’t know, siguro talaga lang inihain lang ‘to sa akin, ito na talaga ‘yung tamang panahon,” she said. She’s also looking forward to doing concerts in the

country. “Definitely meron yan, pero aayusin, paplanuhin,” she said.

If given the chance to collaborate with an international artist, Lani shared that she dreams of working with Filipino-American singer Bruno Mars.

“Sa ngayon [gusto ko mag-collaborate with] siyempre pinakasikat siguro si Bruno Mars. Napakahusay niya, parang gumawa siya ng sarili niyang genre, nag-create siya ng sarili niyang music lalo na nong nag-perform siya sa halftime show, talagang at top of his game,” she said.

When asked about her advice for all the aspiring singers in the country, she relayed, “If they want to be a singer, mag-perform, make it sure that they are not just there to sing for themselves, they have to sing their songs to everyone. They really have to share their soul I guess ‘yun ‘yung makikita ‘yung kabuuan mo if an individual looks at you they can actually look into your soul and understand your whole being,” she said.

YouTube sensation Jamich stay positive in battle against cancer

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nstead of wallowing in despair after being diagnosed with stage four lung cancer Jam Sebastian, one-half of YouTube sensation Jamich, said he sees this new chapter in his relationship with Mich Liggayu as a “blessing.”

“Kasi po dumating po kami sa point na hindi po

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namin alam ‘yung nangyayari sa relationship namin. Ang laki-laki ng gap kahit lagi kaming magkasama pero wala po kami makitang problema. Dumating po kami sa point na ganun. Then, ito po, dumating po ‘yung sakit ko po, lahat po nagbago.

Mas napatunayan po namin kung gaano namin kamahal ang isa’t isa,” Jam explained in an interview.

Jam added that he couldn’t feel any more loved than he already feels with the outpour of support that he gets from his family and supporters.

“Alam ko, after this trial, meron pong malaking blessing na galing kay Lord, na marami pong opportunity na lalabas because of this. And I know na kailangan ko lang po maniwala sa kanya, to have faith, and to be strong and labanan. And after this ay isang malaking blessing po talaga,” Jam claimed.

Jam, who claims to have never smoked in his entire life, shared

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that he never knew about his cancer until he suffered from a severe cough last year. “Last year po, ‘yung ubo ko po walang tigil, so every time po na umuubo ako, lagi pong sumasakit yung back and chest, tapos ‘yung may headache. Nagpa-consult po ako sa iba-ibang doctor, sa ibaibang hospital, and iba-iba po ‘yung treatment na ginawa sa akin—may asthma, may pneumonia, may TB (tuberculosis). Pero hindi po talaga nakita ‘yung totoong sakit, so kahit ano po yung gawing treatment, kahit wala po... wala pong nangyari.

Hanggang, nagpa-third opinion po kami sa St. Luke’s, dun po nakita sa CT scan na may cancer po ako,” Jam recounted.

The cancer, according to his doctor, Jam said originated from stress saying that, “Kasi before, sobrang inaabuso ko yung katawan ko. Every time busy ako, minsan natutulog po ako umaga na. Plus, ang kain ko lang po sa isang araw, minsan two times lang pero gising po ako ng mga 20 hours. And ‘yung mga friends ko din po, secondhand smoking, ganun po.”

For now, Jam is undergoing “integrative medicine” to improve his condition instead of the traditional chemotherapy. “‘Yung chemo po kasi pinapatay niya po lahat ng cells” including, according to Mich, the good cells.

Apart from the treatment, Jam said his girlfriend Mich’s presence also lightens up his perspective towards

his current ordeal.

“Every time na nalulungkot ako, every time nade-depressed ako, iniisip ko ‘yung happy thoughts na naglalakad siya sa aisle, or nagpo-propose ako sa kanya. ‘Yun po kasi ‘yung pangarap ko na sa isip ko ‘yung pinakamaganda. And nakikita ko po, navi-visualize ko po ‘yung mga apo namin, ‘yung may mga anak kami, naglalaro kami, nagba-bonding, nagpi-picnic. ‘Yun po ‘yung pinakamasaya para sa akin, so navi-visualize ko po ‘yung ganun,” Jam said.

Photo Courtesy of Jamich’s Official Instagram

Cesca Litton is now engaged to non-showbiz boyfriend

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esca Litton is now engaged to her nonshowbiz boyfriend Tyke Kalaw. The proposal happened while she was anchoring her sports show late in the evening of April 9.

The happy news was actually first announced by her co-anchor Jinno Rufino on his Instagram account who posted a photo of the newly-engaged couple with a simple congratulatory caption.

Then he went on to recount that the proposal actually happened with the aid of their show’s news team. He wrote: “This was a big production, kudos to the Solar News team for making it work! Congrats @ tykekalaw @checklit #breakingnews #listentome#imtiredofwaiting wait for the video guys :)” Jinno’s last post about the event was a short video of how the proposal unfolded which featured a surprised Cesca wondering why her face was suddenly being flashed on the screens in their studio with a ballad playing in the background.

The former Showbiz Inside Report host also took to her Instagram account to share how she felt during the moment that her boyfriend of two years knelt down to ask for her hand.

“Every single heartache I’ve been through has faded into oblivion, because God blessed me with the right man, at the right time. Yes, I will spend the rest of my life with you, @ tykekalaw. I love you so much,” she wrote.

She likewise posted a photo of her friends who went out of their way to witness this special milestone in her relationship with Tyke.

Hours after the proposal, Cesca posted a photo of her engagement ring and thanked Tyke for the “effort” in finding the perfect ring for her.

“Thank you for my beautiful ring, for painstakingly researching on diamonds, for searching high and low for the perfect emerald cut stone, for designing the ring with princess cuts all around the band, and for sitting for hours making sure they set it right. I love you @tykekalaw!” Cesca wrote.

Cesca in a previous Push report shared that the grandson of former senator Eva Estrada Kalaw was actually very vocal about his plans of them settling down with her The couple met through common friends some years back and only got into a relationship back in 2012.

Prior to Tyke, the host-presenter was known for being in a relationship with Jericho Rosales with whom she

parted ways in 2010 Photos Credit to Cesca’s Instagram

Aiza Seguerra and Liza Diño to wed this year

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hile couple Aiza Seguerra and Liza Diño are still in the process of sorting out details about their upcoming wedding, they revealed that the ceremony would be happening later this year. This announcement came almost two months after the Be Careful With My Heart star popped the question to her partner of more than a year.

“We’re still finalizing things. [But] our marriage in the States will happen this year. Siguro by the end of the year. ‘Yung ceremony with family and friends here, first quarter of next year,” Liza said during the grand press conference for Mirabella.

While they didn’t reveal which state in the US they are flying to, the couple happily shared a few details of their dream wedding.

At this point what Liza is most thankful for about their upcoming wedding is that they both want the exact same thing. “I know this is so going to be cheesy... kasi we both like the same thing. Hindi namin pinaguusapan pero sinabi ko sa kanya na ang gusto kong wedding is very rustic. Ayoko ng masyadong stiff and ganun ‘yung gusto niya. Ako dream wedding ko is to be with family, nakuha ko na ‘yon. Gusto ko intimate and I think that’s our plan,” Liza said.

The idea, according to the couple, is to have an intimate wedding abroad and a big reception here with some 300 guests. “Since medyo nagiging public na ‘yung relationship namin ngayon we want to be with the people who really supported and really

loved us. Sa awa ng Diyos ang dami namang taong ganyan sa amin,” Liza explained.

The chef-turned-actress further revealed that they’re actually hoping to have an out-of-town wedding with “maraming puno, very natural.

Even if may flowers ayoko ng parang arranged sya. Gusto ko parang binungkos lang siya.”

What would be the motif of their wedding? “Earth tones. Pero siyempre kasi I love Flamenco eh that’s one of the things I’m very passionate about.

That’s also one thing that describes us both so may touch of red.”

While they both like the same thing for their wedding, Liza joked that Aiza is actually more particular than her. “Si ‘Groomzilla’ ang tawag ko sa kanya [Aiza], siya kasi yung particular eh. Kasi ako, I never experienced being proposed to. I never experienced going down the aisle na talagang buong pamilya. I got married in Las Vegas, so talagang it was very different,” she said.

Aiza, who was also present during the interview, affirmed the monicker and shared, “Nagte-text ako sa kanya kung anong ilaw ang gusto ko, kung

anong bulaklak.” Liza then piped in, “Pati centerpiece, meron ‘yan [peg] si Aiza, souvenirs, anong look. I think pareho kasi naming pangarap ‘to eh to have this really happen.”

The singer-actress then said, “More than anything, it’s not just the getting married part that I am excited about.

It’s me getting married to her.”

As for their entourage, Liza shared that they have yet to ask some people, but so far they have asked Sylvia Sanchez to be part of their principal sponsors. “Isa pa lang talaga ang nakausap namin, si Nanay Ibyang [Sylvia Sanchez]. Siya rin ang pipili ng ring. Ever since and even before I proposed, she was really there talaga.

She gives us advice,” Aiza said.

Their principal sponsors, according to Liza, would be composed of “May mga tao na, ever since, nandiyan sila nung start pa ng relationship namin.”

Will there be others coming from showbiz aside from their Nanay Ibyang?

“Hindi maiiwasan na yung iba, taga-showbiz, dahil kay Aiza,” said the Mirabella star.

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MANNY PACQUIAO

SNAGS WBO WELTERWEIGHT BELT FROM TIMOTHY BRADLEY BY: MAUREEN MARIE BELMONTE

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VENGING HIS LOSS TWO YEARS AGO, BOXING SUPERSTAR MANNY “PACMAN” PACQUIAO ON SATURDAY (US TIME) RECLAIMED HIS WBO WELTERWEIGHT BELT FROM AMERICAN BOXER TIMOTHY “DESERT STORM” BRADLEY JR. DURING THEIR REMATCH AT THE MGM GRAND GARDEN ARENA LAS VEGAS. THE SARANGANI CONGRESSMAN’S UNQUESTIONABLE WIN WAS AFFIRMED BY THE THREE JUDGES’ UNANIMOUS DECISION WITH THE SCORES 116-112, 116-112 AND 118-110.

PACQUIAO’S CLEAN WIN, WHICH BRADLEY EVEN ATTESTED TO, LED FOR THE LATTER’S FIRST LOSS (31-1 & 12 KOS) AND THE FORMER’S IMPROVED STATISTICS (56-5 & 38 KOS).

RECALL THAT THEIR FIRST FIGHT IN 2012, WHICH PRODUCED WHAT WAS TOUTED AS THE “MOST CONTROVERSIAL DECISIONS IN BOXING HISTORY” HAD BRADLEY WINNING VIA SPLIT DECISION WHICH EVENTUALLY SPAWNED INVESTIGATIONS AND HEAVY CRITICISM OF THE RINGSIDE JUDGES. BRADLEY CONFESSED IN AN INTERVIEW AFTER THE MATCH THAT HE WAS ACTUALLY GUNNING TO KNOCKOUT THE PAMBANSANG KAMAO, WHAT STOPPED HIM HOWEVER WAS THE FORMER’S “IMPECCABLE TIMING AND GREAT FOOTWORK” COUPLED WITH HIS STRONG PUNCHES. “I CAME OUT TO KNOCK HIM OUT TONIGHT AND HE CAME HERE AND BECAME THE BETTER FIGHTER TONIGHT AND WE’RE MOVING ON,” SAID HE.

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WHAT DOES HE FEEL ABOUT HIS FIRST LOSS? “I’M JUST GONNA GO BACK TO THE GYM AND GET BETTER, THAT’S ALL THAT THIS IS. THE WAR IS NOT OVER. I LOST ONE FIGHT, TE WAR IS NOT OVER. I WANNA BE THE BEST FIGHTER AND I’M GONNA GO BACK TO THE GYM AND GET BETTER,” BRADLEY SAID. APART FROM PROVING THAT HE STILL HAS THAT HUNGER AS A BOXER, THE ACTOR-POLITICIAN CLAIMED THAT HIS LATEST WIN ISN’T THE END OF THE ROAD FOR HIM YET. “I PROVED TONIGHT THAT MY JOURNEY IN BOXING WILL CONTINUE AND MY OPPONENT IS NOT AN EASY BOXER. HE’S A GOOD BOXER, HE’S TOUGH, VERY TOUGH. HE’S NOT THAT EASY. BUT THANK GOD FOR THE VICTORY THAT HE HAS GIVEN ME TONIGHT,” SAID MANNY. WHILE HE REMAINS UNCERTAIN AS TO WHO HE WILL BE FIGHTING WITH THE NEXT TIME, ONE THING IS SURE--PACQUIAO IS NOT LOOKING INTO HANGING HIS GLOVES JUST YET. “A COUPLE MORE YEARS AND I CAN STILL PROVE THAT I AM A BETTER BOXER,” HE SAID ABOUT HOW LONG CAN HIS JOURNEY AS A BOXER STILL GO. THE REMATCH HADN’T ONLY DRAWN BOXING FANS BUT EVEN HOLLYWOOD CELEBRITIES AND STARS FROM THE PHILIPPINES. AMONG THOSE SPOTTED AT THE RINGSIDE WERE JACK NICHOLSON, WILL FERRELL, AND LOCAL STAR PIOLO PASCUAL AND MANNY’S MOTHER MOMMY DIONISIA PACQUIAO. PACQUIAO’S GUARANTEED PURSE FOR THE REMATCH WAS $20MILLION WHILE BRADLEY WILL TAKE HOME $6 MILLION EXCLUDING PAY-PER-VIEW REVENUE. AS PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED, AMERICAN IDOL FINALIST, JESSICA SANCHEZ SANG LUPANG HINIRANG WHILE R&B SINGER ASHANTI PERFORMED THE STAR SPANGLED BANNER.

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ary Grace Imperial, popularly known as Meg Imperial, the lead star of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Moon Of Desireâ&#x20AC;? experienced no bed of roses in show business. She has gone through ups and downs, but, she is determined to make her dreams come true and so it is. She bears natural talent and exudes gorgeousness that any man could ask for. Look at her selfies and bask at her beauty.

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Richard Gutierrez dodges questions about settling down with Sarah Lahbati

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ichard Gutierrez openly admitted that he’s very thankful now that girlfriend Sarah Lahbati has buried the hatchet with GMA Films President Annette Gozon-Abrogar. “I was very happy and there’s relief that finally they were able to forgive each other. Finally lahat ng pinagdaanan nila, ngayon tapos na,” the 30-year-old actor said at a press conference for his family’s upcoming reality show titled It Takes Gutz to be a Gutierrez on E! According to the actor-host, his girlfriend had been wanting to start 2014 with a clean slate. “Matagal ng balikan sa court, nakakapagod and ang daming kaso. [There’s] so much negative energy and we just want to start the year positive. Napag-usapan namin na kung pwedeng tapusin yung problema, tapusin na para pareho kaming mapayapa at makapag trabaho na,” he said.

Early last year, Lahbati claimed that “under the table” deals had been happening between the GMA Artist Center and Icons Management which thereby led to her filing of four cases

against Abrogar. These charges were however junked by the Quezon City Prosecutor’s Office, while Abrogar on her part also filed a libel case against her.

Months later, both camps settled their differences with Abrogar withdrawing her charge and Lahbati withdrawing her petition for review.

WEDDING BELLS With both of them starting fresh with their respective careers, as Richard decided to be a freelancer and Sarah transferred to another network, could it mean that they are finally ready to settle down?

“Alam mo, ang dami naming… ang dami pa naming pinag-iisipan ngayon.

Ang dami pa naming mga bagay na pina-prioritize, yun nga, gaya ng mga cases ni Sarah na natapos na. Isang malaking relief yun para sa relationship namin. So, one step at a time,” he emphasized.

The son of actors Annabelle Rama and Eddie Gutierrez played it coy when asked if he and Sarah already tied the knot secretly and if he plans to propose to her within the year. “Tingnan natin,

BB Gandanghari on meeting ex-wife Carmina Villaroel: ‘It’s not the right time’

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lmost five years since coming out as BB

Gandanghari, the actor-turned-fitness instructor said he is having a very good year so far and is excited to start the legwork on another upcoming action movie with his brother Robin Padilla. “It’s very promising. May project na very interesting pero I can’t say kung ano pa but watch out kasi maganda yung mga projects na gagawin. Binubusisi lang namin yung script but it will be done soon, malapit na. I’m in the thick of training. MMA fighter ang peg ko. Kasi nade-develop ko yung passion na ito for kickboxing so I’m doing it mga ilang months na. It’s part of the program that I’m doing. So now I think it’s best na gumawa ng pelikula regarding that. Matagal na kasi naming pinaguusapan itong project na ito, parang it’s about time na mag-umpisa. Action drama comedy ito pero very interesting. Siguro yung script hinihintay namin yun last revision ng script. Hopefully we’re shooting for mid-May pero nasa training na ako,” he shared.

Even though he revealed his brother Robin has slowly been accepting his transformation as a transsexual woman, BB said it is not true that they are also working on a movie about same-sex marriage.

“Hindi pa ready si Robin sa same sex marriage (laughs),” he added.

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I can’t answer that. Baka paggising ko, iba na ang desisyon ko!” he said laughing.

While he remains evasive about plans, Richard was firm in claiming that he sees a bright future with the young actress. “Siyempre. I can’t be with her naman if I don’t see myself with her in the long run. And kami nga ni Sarah, medyo tried and tested na rin ang relationship namin after what we’ve been through. So, strong ‘yung relationship namin,” Richard explained.

Since she’s also “part of their family,” Richard assured that the public would see a lot of Sarah as well as his private life on their upcoming reality show. While his mother and sister Ruffa Gutierrez expressed excitement over them making a history as the first Asian family to have a reality show, the younger Gutierrez didn’t deny that he

was actually hesitant to be part of it in the beginning.

“Kasi nga, like I’ve said, ‘yung buong buhay namin, parang naging isang open book, and I want to keep my privacy,” he initially revealed. However, he continued, “Pero na-realize ko rin na, you know, ‘yung family namin, kapag nakita ng mga tao yung dynamic ng family namin sa loob ng bahay, I think they will end up loving our family more.”

Despite the ups and downs that their family experiences every once in a while, Richard claimed that, “Masaya ang pamilya namin and, I think, it’s also a good time na to share our family with our audiences.”

It Takes Gutz to be a Gutierrez Premieres on E! on June 1, 2014 Sunday 9 pm.

Kickstart your healthy lifestyle with Iza Calzado’s 5 Easy Steps

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t’s never too late to get that beach body you’ve been wanting to have.

Here are Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition Doubles host Iza Calzado’s five easy tips to get started.

1. Make a decision According to Iza, embarking on a healthy lifestyle always starts with a decision. “Magdesisyon ka. Magdesisyon ka muna. Sabihin mo na ‘Gusto kong gawin ito.’”

2. Set your goals “Maybe you want to lose five pounds or ten pounds or you want to do a 5K run. Kasi it depends on what your goals are. It could be health-related, fitness-related, vanityrelated, I don’t know but it’s up to you to set goals,” Iza said.

3. Stay motivated Iza shared that having a goal allows someone to stay motivated despite going through the hard yet healthy path. “’Yun din kasi sometimes. What I’ve learned throughout the years, when I don’t

have goals, I tend to go relaxed on whatever it is that I do. So the minute that I set goals, nagkakaroon ng motivation,” she shared.

4. Cut on carbs Pinoy’s rice diet, according to Iza is highly detrimental for the health. “It’s really best to cut down on carbs. Kasi we do take in an excessive amount of sugar and carbs, although I still take carbs, but I really try to minimize,” she advised.

5. Stick to whatever works for you At the end of the end of the day, different goals and motivations yield different results so whether you want to be small like most triathletes or lean like most crossfitters. Iza said it’s always best to do what works best for you may it be in choosing your workouts or your diets.

on s d n a Father nd Inigo Piolo ascual Pa Not all of us know that the Ultimate Heartthrob Piolo Pascual is also a daddy to a male teenager. His unico hijo Iñigo is born in the US. But when Piolo gets the chance, he takes time off from work and spends time with his son. Iñigo is Piolo’s young version in terms of looks. Both love the outdoors and the beach. Nobody can ever replace the fame and fortune with Piolo’s greatest treasure, his son.

Photos from the the Instagram accounts of Piolo Pascual, Iñigo Pascual, Lulu Romero, Moi Bien and Nhila Mallari

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Ejay Falcon on rumors linking him to Vice Ganda: ‘Hindi ako napipikon eh’

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fter playing Vice Ganda’s love interest in the 2013 Metro Manila Film Fest entry Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy, Ejay Falcon also joined the popular comedian in a few shows abroad earlier this year. This sparked rumors linking them together because Ejay was supposedly only included in the show as per Vice Ganda’s special request. The 24-year-old actor said he does not want to dignify the rumors by giving it any thought.

“Wala akong iniisip kasi wala naman kaming ginagawa ‘di ba? Minsan nakaka-ano din, siguro sabihin natin na nalulungkot lang ako minsan kasi feeling ko, nalulungkot ako sa sinasabi nilang kaya ako nakasama dahil rinequest ni Vice, yung parang dahil gusto ako ni Vice. Minsan nakukulungkot din kasi inisiip nila hindi ka nakakasama dahil sa talent mo, kung ano ka. Siguro yun lang pero hindi naman ako napipikon sa mga sinasabi nila na iba kagaya nung mga intrigang ganun kasi wala namang katotohanan at saka si Vice naman siguro sinama niya ako dun kasi kailangan ako dun sa show ‘di ba? Kailangan ako dun sa show and nagkataon na ako ang available and pinagpapasalamat ko sa kanya yun,” he explained.

Ejay also said that even though he also knows he is being bashed online by those who have formed their own opinion of him and the issue, he refuses to speak up about it because there is nothing to defend. “Deadma lang kasi pag pinatulan mo mas lalong lalaki ‘di ba? At saka hindi ako napipikon

eh. Hangga’t hindi ako napipikon, hindi ko sasagutin. Parang deadma lang kasi alam naman natin yung totoo,” he said.

The talented actor looks forward to a busy summer as he joins other Star Magic hunks on a basketball tour in the US. “Okay ang 2014 ko. Ang unang ginawa ko, nagka-movie ako Third Eye and then nag-U.S tour kasama si Vice Ganda and then now babalik na naman kami sa U.S for Star Magic basketball. Nandun kami ng April and then sa May baka umuwi ako ng Mindoro. Nag-te-training kami kung kelan may time. Actually parang dalawang Saturdays na kaming nag-ba-basketball ng mga friends ko. Kasama ko na dito yung mga nasa poster like si Gerald Anderson, si Rayver Cruz, si Enrique Gil. Makalaban namin mga parang Fil-Am na mga taga-dun na. Actually wala namang coach sa amin, sa U.S feeling ko si Mr. M ang coach kasi kasama namin siya,” he shared.

The Pinoy Big Brother Teen edition alumni said he looks forward to a lot of things when he’s abroad. “Yung nakakalakad ka sa kalye, tumatawid ka, namimili ka, parang mag-tiyatiangge ka. Yung mga ganun kasi hindi mo naman talaga nagagawa dito yun. Kahit gusto mo gawin, mahirap na sa iyo kasi nauuso yung masasaktan ka or nagkakagulo, yung mga ganun. Pero gusto ko pa rin gawin dito sa Pilipinas pero yun nga sakripisyo. Sa ibang bansa like sa States mas madaling gawin.

Yung pupuntahan namin ngayong April two cities lang pero yung mga kasama ko nag-plaplano aming pumunta ng Las Vegas so baka mga three cities kami, mag-da-drive kami dun

kasama yung mga ibang players,” he shared.

Nothing much has changed with the Kapamilya heartthrob even in his choice of celebrity crush. “Alam naman ng lahat yun na si Sarah (Geronimo). Kasi ganun ako eh, pag nagka-crush ako yun na talaga yun. Siya pa rin talaga yung nandun eh. Hindi ko alam siya pa kasi eh. Siguro pag may nakatrabaho na ako na magkaka-crush ako dun sa tao na yun or baka ligawan ko pa.

Hindi ko nga alam, baka kasi kokonti pa yung mga taong nakatrabaho ko. So ngayon yun pa lang eh, crush pa lang talaga,” he admitted.

Ejay said he is very much single right now.

“Ah ngayon wala talaga, zero na zero talaga, ewan ko ba.

Siguro hindi pa napapanahon (laughs),” he added.

Julia n being the breadwinner: Montes O ‘Kinakaya ko and kakayanin ko’

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ulia Montes became the breadwinner of her family at a very young age. Having a mom with a disability and without a father to depend on, she needed to work early on in her life.

Julia admitted that providing for her family has not been easy.

“Aminado ako na umabot ako sa point na sabi ko, ‘Bakit ako? Ilang taon pa lang ako. Gusto ko lang maglaro, gusto ko magaral,’” she revealed during an interview with Chalk magazine for its April issue.

Despite her moments of weakness, she underscored that she chooses to remain strong for her loved ones.

“Ayokong maapektuhan sila.

Ang tingin nila sa ’kin, ako ‘yung strong sa family. ‘Pag nagpakita ako ng weakness,

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mawawalan sila ng loob.

Ayokong maramdaman nila ‘yun. Ako lang talaga ‘yung kailangang maging strong, ako ang sandalan nila. ‘Pag ako bumigay, lahat kami guguho. Kailangan, poste ako,” she stated.

She shared that she draws strength from her faith. “Siguro sa akin ‘to binigay ni Lord kasi sa family namin, ako ‘may kaya.

Kinakaya ko and kakayanin ko dapat for my family.”

Julia is thankful to have been given the opportunity to work in showbiz and to be financially capable. “Dati iisipin pa namin kung saan namin kukunin

‘yung pang-tuition, saan namin kukunin ‘yung pangaraw-araw naming pagkain.

Ngayon, stable na ‘yung future ng mga kapatid ko at ng family ko,” she shared.

Julia has already built a house and bought a car for her family.

Read the full feature on Julia Montes in Chalk magazine’s big summer issue available now on newsstands nationwide.

Tom Taus admits real score between him and Andi Eigenmann

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atapos bumalik sa Pilipinas ni Tom Taus, sa halos 14 years na pagkawala sa show business, ngayon ay nakikita na siya at nagpeperform bilang DJ sa iba’t ibang mga clubs at concerts.

Naging parte din siya sa 30th anniversary concert ni Gary Valenciano kung saan naipakita niya ang kanyang galing sa pagdi-DJ. “Alam mo until now I still can’t believe that I performed on stage kasi dati pa idol ko na si Gary V, not just talent-wise but as a person, as a whole you know. Kasi he praises God, he is a good family man. I can’t say enough about Gary, so it’s an honor for me to be even part of this show.”

Sa ngayon aminado si dating awardwinning child actor na wala pa siyang konkretong plano kung magbabalikshowbiz nga ba siya. “Right now I am going with the flow dapat kasi bakasyon lang pero I am getting a lot of love from the Philippines right now by performing in places so, I am going with the flow, perform a little bit then go back to LA.” Ngunit sinabi nitong may ilang alok na siyang natatanggap upang bumalik sa pag-arte. “Meron pero ang focus ko music right now so, yun talaga ang passion ko eh so yung pagiging DJ, yung pagplay sa harapan ng crowd. I mean when a really good offer comes

along I might do it but I have to really like the role or something like that,” sabi pa niya.

Sa pakikipagkwentuhan ng PUSH kay Tom, napag-alam nitong single ngayon ang DJ. “Wala, wala akong girlfriend.

Actually newly single ako ngayon, hindi naman kakabreak lang pero kasi long relationship siya. Magtu-two years so for me newly single ako kasi matagal yung relationship na yun eh,” pagsisiwalat pa nito.

Sa Instagram account ni Andi Eigenmann, marami ang naiintriga dahil sa mga posts nito. Maliban sa mga tila makahulugan na quotes na kanyang pino-post, ilang litrato na rin nila nina Tom at Andi na magkasama ang pinost ng aktres sa kanyang Instagram account. Diumano’y may mga balita nang lumalabas na si Tom na ang bagong dine-date ng aktres. Kaya naman nang matanong namin si Tom ang tungkol dito, “Actually childhood friend kami ni Andi kasi si Tita Jaclyn dinadala niya sa set si Andi nun nung Cedie. Mommy ko si Tita Jaclyn doon so talagang childhood friends kami, masaya. Minsan naghahang-out kami.”

At nang tanungin namin ang estado nilang dalawa, ang sagot ni Tom ay, “Friends.” Sa panahon na nagkakasama sila ng aktres, inilarawan niya si Andi na, “She is nice, she is a lot of fun and

very nice girl.”

Lumalabas sa ibang mga balita na hiwalay na daw diumano si Andi at si Jake Ejercito, kahit na hindi pa man umaamin ang dalawa. At tinanong ng PUSH si Tom kung pamilyar ba siya kay Jake. “I heard a little bit of news but I am not really… I haven’t met him here.”

Sinabi din nitong kapag magkasama sila ni Andi hindi nila napag-uusapan si Jake at kung anuman ang estado ng dalawa.

At kung may plano ba siyang ligawan ang aktres, ang sabi lamang ni Tom ay, “Honestly right now I am on vacation, I meet up with a lot of friends and she is one of those friends so that’s pretty much it.” photo from Andi Eigemann’s Instagram

Luis Manzano helps Angel Gabriel Valenciano tries out Locsin’s family throw her a for ‘America’s Got Talent’ surprise birthday party

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he Legal Wife actress Angel Locsin posted on her Instagram account today how boyfriend Luis Manzano made an effort to help her sister and other siblings throw her a surprise birthday party.

“Aww, surprise birthday parteey pala namin ngayon! :D Thanks naman sa ate ko and friends! :) di ko talaga halata kasi an gaga ha! Wala na daw time to celebrate sa balur, haha!” the actress revealed on her IG account @therealangellocsin. “Kakunchaba niyo pa si @luckymanzano ha! Ganda ng set up! Thank you!...” she also said.

Although the star is yet to celebrate her birthday on April 23, Luis, close family and friends partied early as both he and Angel have very hectic schedules.

Luis will celebrate his birthday on April 17 and is currently busy taping for the upcoming singing reality show The Voice Kids.

Superselfie” star Gab Valenciano recently tried out for the reality show America’s Got Talent. The dancer is included in the new video teaser of the show released online. The show is slated to air on May 27.

In the teaser, Gab is dressed in a colorful jumpsuit while doing his “Superselfie” dance moves. Gab didn’t reveal if he made it through the next round. According to Howard Stern, one of the show’s judges, they are currently looking for someone unique. “I’m looking this season for something different, something fun, something exciting, something you don’t see in America’s Got Talent,” he said.

Before his audition for America’s Got Talent, Gab was receiving major recognition online after he posted videos of himself dancing, which he dubbed as “Superselfies”.

His videos earned thousands of views.

His “Superselfie” video with his father Gary Valenciano and his “Tune Squad” video garnered more than one million views.

Gab was featured in news sites like The Huffington Post and CBS’s Good Morning America after making major fuss online. The

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Magandang Aktres adik sa pagpapa-ospital?

Dalawang sikat na aktor, exciting ang hadahan Sa kuwento pa lang, naiimadyin na namin kung gaano ka-exciting ang hadahan ng dalawang sikat na aktor na ito na matagal nang pinagdududahan ang kasarian.

Kulang-kulang dalawang dekada ang agwat ng kanilang edad: mas bagets si “M” kesa kay “E”.

Pero sa larangan ng tawag ng laman, has age ever been an issue? Definitely not sa kaso nilang dalawa.

Minsan nang natsismis si M na nag-uwi ng masahista sa kanyang condo unit somewhere in Mandaluyong City. And expect the expected: ang masahe ay naging “mamasa-masahe”.

Pero nagkaroon man ng “oral recitation” si M sa kanyang masahista, itinodo na niya ang kanyang forte sa one-time encounter niya kay E. Trip pala ni E na “pasukin” ang “kuweba” ng kapwa rin niyang silahis, na malugod namang pinaunlakan ni M. Dayalog daw ni M kay E, “In fairness, ikaw lang ang naka… sa akin.”

Da who sina E at M? May anak sa showbiz si E, samantalang bukod sa pagaartista ay negosyante rin si M.

Young aktres pumatol sa iba kahit may boyfriend nang dahil sa pera Iba talaga ang ugali ng isang tao pag may espiritu ng alak sa katawan. Kadalasan, dumadaldal.

Tulad na lang ng isang close aide ng isang lalaking kilala ng lahat (o si LKL). Dapat dito sa close aide na to’y sinisibak dahil sa isang umpukan ay naisiwalat nito na si LKL daw, inimbita ang isang kilalang young actress sa tinitirhan nito just recently.

At ‘yun daw ay hindi lang basta date sa mala-mansyon na tinitirhan ni LKL kundi me nangyari raw “something.”

At ang usapan daw ay isang milyong piso kada gabi, kaya kuwento pa ni close aide, “Two nights din yon kaya P2M ding tumataginting ang nakuha niya!”

Wow naman. Sana itong kwentong ito ay produkto lang ng kalasingan at walang katotohanan.

Dahil kung ako ang tatanungin ay wala sa imahe ng young actress na ito ang pumatol sa lalaking tatlong dekada halos ang tanda sa kanya.

At alam ko, nagmamahalan sila ng boypren niyang aktor din, kaya personally, nalalabuan ako dito.

Pero sana nga, hindi totoo. Pero kung totoo man ito eh sino ba naman tayo para husgahan siya?

Maibibigay ba natin ang isang milyon sa kanya? Lalo na kung nangangailangan talaga siya nang mga panahong ito?

At hindi na ako masa-shock kung isang araw ay iisiplitan na niya ang boypreng aktor at nagkaigihan na pala sila ni LKL. Mas gusto ko nang ganon ang mangyari.

After all, dalaga naman si young actress.

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Ang taray ng isang magandang aktres na kahit nanay na siya ay lutang pa rin ang ganda. Ibig sabihin, alagang-alaga niya ang kanyang seksing katawan at mukha, kaya parang hindi tumatanda ang itsura.

Eh, kaya naman pala gano’n. Kasi, mahilo lang ang aktres, ira-rush na ang sarili sa ospital. Masugatan lang nang konti, ospital na agad ang punta. At kilala na siya sa naturang pangmayamang hospital, dahil doon siya madalas magpa-confine. At hindi na rin natataranta ang mga nurses na baka may malalang karamdaman si Aktres pag dumarating, dahil nito ngang huli, nagka-hangover lang ito ay punta na naman sa ospital.

Naaaliw na nga lang daw ang mga staff ng hospital, dahil masyado raw sosyal ang Aktres. Ginagawa na raw nitong hotel ang ospital. At ang nakakalokah, gusto nito, sa backdoor ang daan at hindi sa lobby. At kailangan, bago bumukas ang kanyang van ay nakapuwesto na sa door ang nurse niya kasi nga VIP treatment ang gusto niya.

At ang nakakalokah nito, du’n sa form na pini-fill up-an ay nakalagay kung magkano ang gross monthly income.

Ang inilagay ng aktres ay P2-3M. “Ano po ba raket niya ngayon? Parang hindi naman siya active, di ba?”

Ang balik-tanong ko naman, “Nakakabayad naman pag magtse-check out na?”

“Opo naman.” “’Yun ang importante.

Hayaan n’yo na siya kung ‘yun ang lifestyle niya.”

Pero siyempre, sa ating mga Pinoy, ‘yung hilo at hang-over, pahinga lang ‘yan, hindi na kailangang iospital. Unless, pabalik-balik ang sumpong o me kakaiba na talagang pakiramdam.

Clue? Eto ang apat na letra.

‘Yung dalawa diyan ang kanyang initials.

R-A-G-M

Sexy Star na nasangkot sa bugawan, class A ang kategorya Ipinagpipilitan ng isang manager ng mga starlet na kinokontak ng mga mayayamang kliyente for an escort service na totoong nasangkot umano ang isang bombshell sa bugawan somewhere in Metro Manila.

Class A raw ang kategorya ng sexy star na ‘yon whose one-night stand offer fetches between P200K and P300K. Kaso nabasyo raw ito sa mga awtoridad sa isang plush hotel, but police records yielded no details of her arrest nang itsek ng isang showbiz talk show.

Da who ang sexy star na ‘yon? Itago na lang natin siya sa pangalang Pristine Fajardo.

Flawless at guawapong aktor, ‘I am pogay’?

Baklitang director, may kayabangan talaga

May kaya pala talaga ang baklitang director na ito, MAY KAYABANGAN. Panay ang parinig nito ng kung Iniintriga ngayon ang isang flwless at anu-ano sa production staff, panay ang guwapong aktor na isang “beki” na pasiklab. rin, dahil una, ang hilig-hilig daw Minsan tinawagan nito ang isang staff mag-post ng selfie sa Instagram. niya sa bahay. Pinagbilinan niya ito kung Pangalawa, nagbakasyon daw ito ano ang magiging drama kapag dumating na abroad na panay pa rin ang selfie, ang brand new car na regalo niya sa kanyang pero tila me kasamang nagina. Ang lakas ng boses ng baklita, akala abroad. Pero sa mga pictures mo ay siya na ang richest guy in the daw ay hindi ipinapakita ang Philippines kung magkuwento. kasama nito.

Ang nakatatawa, kaya pala niya “Kung babae ‘yon at girlfriend niya, ‘di ba, ipagmamalaki niya ‘yon? binigyan ng car ang kanyang madir After all, hindi naman na siya matinee idol para ‘wag amining me karelasyon ay dahil tinalakan siya nito kasi siyang girl, ‘di ba? Pero ang tsismis, ang kasama daw niya ay pamhinta ring nauna pa niyang bilhan ng new may-ari ng isang call center.” Ito raw ang dyowa ngayon ng flawless actor. car ang boyfriend niya kaysa sa So ito nga ba ang sumagot ng trip na ‘yon na saglit lang, dahi me taping kanyang ina. pa nga siya ng isang teleseryeng panggabi?

Oh, well… ayaw naman naming husgahan ang aktor. Malay naman natin at ‘yun ay talagang ka-close lang niya. At parang hindi ko naman yata naaamoy na me pagka-bading ang aktor na ito. So ibig sabihin, hindi pa siya legal gay.

Kalaguyo raw ni misis ang isang local politician Anak ng sikat na pulitiko at asawang galing sa buena familia, hiwalay na Pangunahing bida rito ay isang magasawa: anak ng isang sikat na pulitiko ang babae, galing naman sa buena familia ang lalake.

Balitang naghiwalay na ang couple.

At ang itinuturong dahilan, nabisto raw ng lalaki na karelasyon umano ng kanyang misis ang isang local politician.

Ang pagkakatuklas ng lalake sa illicit affair na ‘yon ay sa pamamagitan ng palitan ng text messages umano ng kanyang asawa’t kalaguyo nito.

Through some sophisticated device or process, na-retrieve ng lalake ang mga mensaheng ‘yon.

The problem of the separated couple, however, does not end there.

Hawak kasi ng babae ang milyunmilyong pisong nakulimbat umano ng kanyang isang malapit na kamag-anak, hence, tumatayo siyang custodian ng

malaking halaga ng perang ‘yon.

‘Yun nga lang, para madisimula ang pagtataglay ng babae ng ‘ika nga’y loot, inilipat niya ito sa pangalan ng mister na nakipaghiwalay sa kanya.

Ang tanong: paano nang mababawi ng babae ang pera mula sa kanyang dating asawa? In case the wife resorts to legal means to get the money back, sa paanong paraan niya ipaliliwanag ang pagkakaroon ng limpak-limpak na salapi?

Aware ba ang malapit na kamaganak ng separadang babae na may namamagitan sa local politician at sa kanyang kadugo?

Minsan nang nadiin sa kaso ang pamilya ng babae, na kinalaunan ay nalusutan din nila.

Mahulaan n’yo kaya kung sinu-sino ang mga tauhan sa kuwentong ito?

Dating boldie, ibinuking ang pambubugaw ng manager at mga kasamang artistang ibinubugaw rin

Sa isang panayam sa isang dating boldie—a selfconfessed victim of flesh trade na talamak umano sa showbiz—walang takot niyang isinawalat kung sino ang manager na nagbu-book sa kanya.

She also dropped the names of several female stars na tulad niya’y umaapir sa tinatawag na gosee to meet up with their prospective clients, most of whom are politicians. Pero in fairness, ang mga pagkakataon daw na ‘yon wouldn’t necessarily lead to jumping to bed with their clients.

Let’s just go by the initials ng mga personalidad na bahagi ng naging trabaho ng hitad: “A” for her manager.

At sa mga nakapanabayan daw niyang padinner-dinner sa mga mayayamang kliyente: “D” (gamit niya ang screen name ng isang pulitiko from down South), “K” (may-asawa’t anak nang aktres na may biyenang isang sikat na TV personality) at “A” (aktres na may dyowang pulitiko).

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