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Direk Cathy CHINA CLAIMS Garcia-Molina PINAY calls Jadine PHL AIRSPACE Unprofessional, MODELS flies around over the features of China, China warns PH planes ‘every time’ they fly over Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said, but without referring to the Spratlys in fans get mad West Philippine Sea the West Philippine Sea (South China BANNED t seems that top-billed director Cathy - The continues CHINA CLAIM PHL AIRSPACE Garcia-Molina noticed late that in social to get warnings from China whenever it continued on page 10 media, everybody is watching your FROM LA every move. IGarcia-Molina got real on her thoughts on and . This happened after one curious netizen urged FASHION the director to make a flick starring the two before she retires. In a now deleted tweet, a die-hard JaDine fan, @Pumpkin021116, said, “Sana po sa WEEK NADINE huling movie mo, sana Jadine ang kunin nyo, magaling po @ napakaprofessional. Natapos mo ang KN, LQ, sana JD n nman (I hope in your last movie, you get Jadine. They’re good LUSTRE and very professional. You’ve done KN, LQ, I hope you do JD this time).” The director replied, “Iha talaga ba? Iba & , kasi [a]ng naririnig ko galing mismo k Direk V [] at Direk Tonet [Antoinette Goodbye Jadaone]. Sorry (Iha, are you sure? What formerly in a I hear from Direk V and Direk Tonet is different. Sorry).” Upon posting, this fumed other fans of BROMANCE? to the , making the director explain and defend herself. @Pumpkin021116 asked Garcia-Molina about what she heard from the two directors. “Mas maganda po Innocent yung makatrabaho mismo kesa maniwala Gerald sa sabi2x lang (It’s better to work with them instead of believing from hearsay).” Garcia-Molina first agreed with the Image netizen’s point on believing on hearsay, but later on proved herself by raising she Anderson is friends with both Villegas and Jadaone. with She added she previously worked with Reid JADINE UNPROFESSIONAL told to continued on page 12 Never forget Ego Not BAD SINGING in Movie Love : CURFEW, There may You never be a LIMIT ON SHARON-GABBY movie again. KARAOKE Is nixes tight pants Grounded? for 1 2018 1 2 2018 2 Senate approves national ID sys- tem bill on final Honey Shot Bb. Pilipinas candidate San- reading dra Lemonon is a winner MANILA - The Senate of the Phil- Natahsa without a crown ippines has approved on third and final reading a bill that will create a Binibini 35 Sandra Lemonon may not Reodica have won a crown, but has certainly won national identification system. the people’s admiration for her honesty Senators voted 17 to 2 in favor of Natasha is 15 during Q&A. She made it to Top 15 of the the said bill. years old and plays recently-concluded The national ID would contain a 2018 coronation night, and could have unique Common Reference Num- basketball. Her won one of the titles if she fared well ber (CRN) that will be given to all favorite food is tacos. during the Q & A portion. But netizens noted that Sandra gave one of the most , along with the owner’s She wants to be a honest and real answers ever given in the essential information such as full teacher someday. pageant. Binibini 35 Sandra Lemonon name, address, date and place of She is the niece of with Binibining Pilipinas 2018 hosts Rich- birth, sex, civil status, signature ard Gutierrez and and recent photo. community leader During the Top 15 Q&A portion, the It can be used in transactions Willy Reodica. She aspiring beauty queen was asked, “What are your insights on the government’s with all branches of government, is the daughter of Build Build Build program?” making it more convenient for citi- proud parents Ian To everyone’s surprise, she respond- zens to avail of public services. and Rowena. We wish ed, “Actually, you know what, I studied Budget Secretary Benjamin Dio- so much for this Q&A but, sadly, that’s kno earlier said he is hoping that her all the luck in her something I don’t know really much the national ID system would be endeavour. about. “But, at least, I’m here trying to answer a good question. Thank you.” up and running by October. With a smile, Sandra gave back the mic. About P2 billion was allocated 2015 and host Pia for the ID system in 2018. It will Wurtzbach quickly commended Sandra. be established by the Philippine “Well, I love her honestly.” Pia said. “It’s Statistics Authority with the help better than lying.” of the Department of Information Netizens couldn’t agree more. They immediately tweeted their support for and Communication Technology, Binibini 35. On March 23, Sandra met which will also oversee the op- with the Department of Transportation eration and maintenance of the (DOTr) officials led by secretary Art Tu- system. gade, wherein she was briefed about the Duterte administration’s said program.

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What sets ‘JaDine’ apart from other love teams, Sharon Cuneta says no third according to box-office director party ever in her relationship When the solemnity of the industry? Lower ticket prices so watching movies Holy Week is over, it’s time won’t be a luxury to most people. Better working with ‘ex-BF’ Kiko Pangilinan to relish vicarious thrills by conditions for film workers. And that writers get paid watching Viva Films’ “Never better. Without writers, there will be no stories to tell. Not Love You,” which opens on he’s working again with March 31. The romance drama Enrique in “Bagani”. is topbilled by Nadine Lustre Will have Jasmine and Janine “I wasn’t expecting to and James Reid. JaDine reunites as new leading ladies? make a comeback when with box-office writer-director I got this call from ABS- , who was at the helm of JaDine’s Will Alden Richards top-bill GMA-7’s upcoming epicserye, CBN to do ‘Bagani’ and hit series, “On the Wings of Love.” Mitho? There have been reports indicating that he will be doing I accepted it right away “” goes beyond the cheesy this teleserye without Maine Mendoza. without any reluctance side of love. It shows the meaty aspects of how a A recent report of Abante claimed that his new leading ladies kasi nami-miss ko na rin relationship evolves. The JaDine tandem veers away will be Jasmine Curtis-Smith and . talaga ang acting at ang from being schmaltzy and cutesy. It dissects the stages When Alden was asked about GMA-7’s upcoming telefantasya, showbiz,” he says. “Acting of l’amour and nudges our hearts to still believe in Mitho, the actor said he had no idea about the said project. talaga ang first love ko happy-ever-after, even when our love story isn’t exactly “Aalis po kasi for the U.S. for April 7-8 for a show. Pagbalik ko, and I’m thankful to Star a fairy tale. may ilalatag na pero hindi ko pa po alam kung soap o pelikula. Making a marriage work is no mean Creatives for giving me Here’s my chat with Antoinette: Hinihintay ko lang po yung final na latag kasi first quarter pa feat — even more when it’s a high-pro- the chance to act again.” What makes JaDine different from the other love lang,” admitted Alden during his endorsement launch earlier file one. It was his dad who found work teams you have worked with? They have no limita- today, March 20, at the Historia Bar in . Amid intrigues, and highs and lows, in and their entire family tions. They’ll kiss if your story calls for it, which I When Alden was asked if he is open to having Janine Gutierrez Sharon Cuneta and Senator Francis migrated there, including his nine appreciate very much as a writer. as his leading lady, the Kapuso actor said, “I’m not closing my “Kiko” Pangilinan remain committed siblings and grandmother. “In Perth, I What prompted you to write the movie? I’ve doors naman. Ako naman, still waiting po ako.” to one another, marking over two de- went back to my studies and I finished reserved it for JaDine way back during the “On the As for possibly working with Jasmine, Alden said, “Hindi ko pa cades since they first became an official culinary arts at Murdoch University. Wings of Love” days. Because “Otwol” was a romantic po sigurado. Tingnan po natin how things will go.” couple. Ang ganda nga ng timing ng offer ng comedy, I wanted to see them next in a serious adult Jasmine has worked with Alden in the past. “Kiko and I are celebrating our 24th ABS kasi it came just after I graduated movie. She was cast as the ex-girlfriend of Alden’s character in the year as boyfriend-girlfriend today!” the from my culinary arts course at balak What was the toughest scene to shoot? The final 2016 movie . Megastar shared in an Instagram post. ko nang mag-apply doon officially as a scene was the toughest, because it required JaDine to This movie was Alden’s last solo film with Maine Mendoza. After dating, the two were married on chef. So on hold muna ‘yung pagiging have the exact degree of emotion to end the film. The AlDub love team was briefly featured in the movie Enteng April 28, 1996. chef ko at back to acting muna ako.” Please share any off-cam anecdote about JaDine. Kabisote 10 and the Abangers. “Thank God for a secure, supportive, In “Bagani”, he plays Dumakulem, They always help each other out. For instance, even if simple, hardworking, God-fearing, who is a tagagubat or from the forest it’s Nadine’s solo scene, James will still be in character James Reid and Nathalie Hart were faithful, devoted husband.” region. He’s adventurous, fun loving off-cam. He helps her nail the scene. The couple, along with their chil- and wants to explore the world outside Do you feel any pressure to outdo yourself in each never on dren, jetted to Thailand in a “secret of the forest where their tribe is limited. project? Not exactly outdo. I just make sure that it’s a beach town” which the Megastar Eventually, he’ll interact with the story worth telling each time, because I don’t want to When asked if she and James Reid became sweet- describes as their “happy place” in an members of the four other tribes of waste the audience’s money and time. hearts in the past, Sin Island star Nathalie Hart denies Instagram post. tagadisyerto, tagalaot, tagapatag and What’s more important to you, box-office success the rumor. “Oh, no way!” she says. “Our kids have practically grown up tagakalakal. “I have to be physically fit for my role, so when I arrived here, I or awards? I want both. But, it’s the sense of fulfill- The controversy started to spread when an old picture coming here regularly,” shared Cuneta. had to undergo a series of trainings ment that matters most … the feeling of satisfaction came out in the Internet in which James was on the She also gushed about her relationship with Pangilinan who has been a doting involving action and stunts. I’m now when I watch the film that all the hard work was verge of kissing her. worth it. The positive feedback I get from the people dad, even to her first daughter with enjoying my role very much and feel so “Gosh, it’s so embarrassing. Ha-ha-ha! I don’t want who watched it. ex-husband , KC. happy to be back.” How do you and Dan (Villegas, director) resolve to be bashed by the JaDine fanatics. In the first place, So is he staying for good? “I don’t artistic differences? As long as we know who the di- that photo was taken before they became an official MAKISIG SETS ASIDE know yet, it all depends kung ano rector is, the one who calls the shots, then everything love team. Everybody knows that at present, James and BEING CHEF FOR ang magiging resulta ng participation goes smoothly. I have our respective love life. He and Nadine (Lustre) ACTING COMEBACK ko sa ‘Bagani’. But I have to be going How do you handle writer’s block? I watch movies, are going on their second year while I’m happy with my back and forth to Australia kasi three months lang ako allowed to go out and sleep and eat. I let others read what I’ve written so Spanish boyfriend!” MAKISIG Morales and his family I have to renew my permit there para far. Their comments enlighten me and rev me up to The actress reiterates that the photo in question was migrated to Perth, Australia in 2013. makabalik uli ako rito. Basta may ma- continue writing. taken years ago His last soap was “Mirabella” with Julia gandang offer, I’m willing to continue What changes would you like to see in the movie Barretto and whose love with my acting career here.” team was not accepted by the public. While he was away, Julia was paired more successfuly with and Enrique, with . Now,

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So ngayon, matatapos ilagay,” bunyag ng dating matinee www.LMConfidential.com na iyon. ‘Di na kayo magkikita, idol sa Unang Hirit. 4 2018 4 AFCA Celebrates 40th Founding Anni- Frankie Pangilinan Mark Bautista’s ‘bro- versary & Induction of Officers challenges Filipinos’ beauty mance’: Was it with The Association of Filipino Canadian Edina Mercado, Estreli- standards; questions Accountants (AFCA) will celebrate its 40th ta Ortiz, Rodolfo Perez, Founding Anniversary and hold the Induc- Arlene Volpentesta. adoration of white skin, Piolo Pascual? tion of its newly elected Officers on May An invitation is MANILA, Philippines — On February 7, 12th, 2018, Saturday, from 6:30 PM – 11:59 being extended to the slim noses, thin bodies netizens went gaga when excerpts leaked PM, at the Scarborough Convention Centre public to come and en- Frankie Pangilinan seems to take after her parents in standing up for what she believes in. The daughter of (located at 20 Torham Place, Scarborough, joy a night of dancing, from the upcoming tell-all book by singer-actor Sharon Cuneta and Sen. Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan took to Mark Bautista. Ontario). time to mingle with to express her views on standards of beauty. The book is not just an ordinary tale of the Leading the planned activities for a two- the AFCA founders, The 17-year-old student wrote a strong statement: “Phil- 34-year-old performer’s life. Some juicy details year term, 2018-2019, will be Incoming Pres- past and current officers, and old and new ippines — stop teaching your children to ident, Vida Cruz, and the new set of Officers members. There will be photo presentations body shame. Stop exalting white skin about his private life are hinted to be dished and Board of Directors: and memorabilia from years gone by. For and slim noses. And stop being sexist. out in his book titled “Beyond the Mark” which President - Maria Vida Flores Cruz; further details, please contact: Vida Cruz It’s time to grow up.” the actor swears he personally wrote. Executive Vice-President - Nimfa Vil- [email protected] (647) 278-7292; Rather than addressing any single One of the chapters in his book will be laroman-Santos; Vice-President External Nimfa Villaroman-Santos nimfavsantos@ social media post or event, Pangilinan may have been referring to the self-de- tackling about - Leonora Salvador; Vice-President Internal - yahoo.ca (647) 994-5196; Leonora Salvador feating way Filipinos view beauty. Western features have his certain “bro- Reynaldo Urbano; Secretary - Juvilyn Reyes; [email protected] (647) 860-8097; Mel- been considered as the ideal standard of beauty. As in mance” with Treasurer - Melanie Sarmiento; Assistant anie Sarmiento melanie.sarmiento@gmail. other Asian countries, white skin, round eyes, a thin nose a male friend Treasurer - Edwin Acerdin; Auditor -Nancy com (416) 458-8868. Tickets are $60.00 and and full lips are considered superior. Being tall and thin is some years Tabafunda; Public Relations Officer - Sher- Attire is formal. (***By Fe P. Taduran***), St. the ideal physique, as seen in many actresses and models. ago. Many see win Rempillo; Board of Directors - Maria Jamestown News Service) Incidentally, these run counter to features that Asians, including Filipinos, are born with. Being bombarded with this detail revealing of long-swirling rumors on Antonio, Aleli Fahigal, Sonny Martinez, such messages of “beauty” in the media can lead to body the singer’s preferences for romance. image issues even at an early age. The proliferation of In the book, Mark admits that he became hindi isyu sakaling maging leading lady ni skin whitening products is a testament to that perception. intimate with a “male friend,” but he left out Jasmine Curtis Smith on Alden si Jasmine. Unfortunately, the targets of such standards are usually his name. Sa totoong buhay kasi ay happy at in love women. If they fail to reach these standards, there are consequences, such as receiving hateful comments on Speculations that it was actor Piolo Pascual critics of rumored tea- naman ang dalaga sa non-showbiz boyfriend na si Jeff Ortega. social media. Pangilinan’s own mother is a victim of body were fueled by another detail Mark disclosed: shaming: detractors have poked fun at the Megastar’s mup with Alden Rich- Ngunit nilinaw ni Jasmine na walang ka- that his “intimacy” with his male friend ended weight gain, to the point that she apologized to fans in totohanan ang bali-balitang makakatambal 2014 for getting fat due to a “mid-life crisis.” when his girlfriend found out about the close ards: “Spare me from the niya si Alden. Older sister KC Concepcion has also opened up on the friendship between the two boys. Years ago, Pahayag ni Jasmine, “I dunno kung saan hurt.” struggle to lose weight despite being out of the showbiz Piolo was rumored to have broken up with nanggaling yun or sinong nagpasimula. spotlight. Other celebrity kids have also had enough then-girlfriend KC Concepcion. Wala pa mang opisyal na kumpirmasyon “Pumirma na raw ako, may show na raw with the body shaming: ’s daughter Sources knowledgeable about the people na Kapuso na si Jasmine Curtis Smith, 23, ako, with Alden daw… Dominique Cojuangco called out critics who have told her may mga lumabas nang espekulasyong “There’s no truth to that. Wala akong to go on a diet. involved, however, confirmed to Philstar. knowledge with a show with Alden. com that it was not Piolo Pascual that Mark nakatakdang makatambal niya si Alden “None of us should tolerate body shaming or shaming Richards, 26, sa isang TV project. “So please, spare me from the hurt.” of any sort! Let’s not deem this as ‘normal’—there’s space is referring to in his book. While the sources Noon pa lang December 2017 ay may Gayunman, naiintindihan daw ni Jas- for change. I hope that today and everyday we can be the were mum on the mystery man’s identity, they ilang fans na ng tambalang Alden at Maine mine ang halu-halong reaksiyon ng fans sa type of people that lift each other’s spirit,” she wrote in an hinted that he might also be a celebrity. Mendoza ang nagpahayag ng disgusto sa posibilidad na makapareha niya si Alden, na Instagram post. kilalang ka-love team ni Maine. Will Mark personally come out in the open posibilidad na ibang aktres ang makapareha With the next generation making their place in the to shed light on his revelations? As seen on ng Kapuso actor. world, it is indeed time that the Philippines accepts beauty May iba ring netizens ang nagsasabing JASMINE CURTIS in different forms. social media, LGBT groups are already welcom- continued on page 7 ing him with open arms. { }

5 2018 5 PHL can use natural resources as collateral? Mark Bautista loses MANILA - A maritime expert expressed Alienation China ignored the ruling, insisting it had friends after com- alarm over a report in a state-controlled historic rights to nearly all of the South China Chinese newspaper that the Philippine Batongbacal said the arrangement was Sea. ing out government would use natural tantamount to alienation of the Philippines’ resources as collateral for natural resources. Compromise multimillion-dollar loans from The 1987 Constitution states that “natural But he feels at peace after China. resources are inalienable.” Roque disputed the contention of acting admission If true, the arrangement Batongbacal said Zhuang’s statement Chief Justice Antonio Carpio that China must would have serious “raises a concern” and should be investigated. first recognize the Philippines’ sovereignty implications on Philippine territory, said The West Philippine Sea refers to waters over Recto Bank before the two countries Singer-actor Mark Bautista admits that after his heartfelt revelations about his sexuality, he unfortunately lost friends in lawyer Jay Batongbacal, director of the within the Philippines’ 370-kilometer could enter into a joint exploration deal. the process. However, he feels at peace finally coming out and University of the Philippines Institute for exclusive economic zone (EEZ) in the South “This joint exploration is by way of giving the world the whole truth about him. Maritime Affairs and Law of the Sea. China Sea recognized under the United compromise, that we would not fight over the Right now, he’s busy with his series of shows and tours “This is the first time I have heard of Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea issue on who has sovereign rights there, let’s here and abroad. Also, included in his itineraries is the such arrangement. It’s like mortgaging our (Unclos). just benefit from it,” Roque said. promotion of his book “Beyond The Mark.” natural resources, and it is unconstitutional,” China claims nearly all of the 3.5-million- There is nothing wrong with a compromise “Masaya naman ako, busy ako promoting my book, Batongbacal said. square-kilometer South China Sea, including because the Philippines has the exclusive ine-enjoy ko lang ‘yung moment after releasing the book. Ang Malacañang, however, dismissed the report swaths of the West Philippine Sea and waters right to exploit resources there, and can also daming nag-co-connect sa akin, nakaka-relate sila sa story,” as “gossip.” close to the shores of other claimants to agree to a joint exploration with foreigners, he said in a recent interview with GMA7. He also said that while it is hard for most people to come “Not true. That’s just [a] newspaper report territory in the strategic waterway—Brunei, he said. of the closet, he did not have any qualms and hesitations in a country without freedom of the press,” Malaysia, Vietnam and Taiwan. “That would be the decision of the while writing his book especially on the part of his controver- said presidential spokesperson Harry Roque. In a ruling handed down on July 12, sovereign state,” he added. sial admissions. “We need to rely on basic [documents] and 2016, in a case brought by the Philippines Batongbacal wrote the first of a series “Especially those parts na medyo about relationships and there isn’t any,” he said. challenging China’s sweeping claim to the of Facebook posts, “By entering into a all that, tuloy-tuloy lang eh, bumuhos lang talaga ‘yung South China Sea, the UN-backed Permanent joint scheme (whether for exploration, emosyon ko that time when I wrote it na parang kung mabasa Repayment agreement Court of Arbitration in The Hague declared development, or management), the man nila; yung book makikita naman nila na tuloy-tuloy lang Beijing’s claim invalid under international [Philippines] suspends its sole, unilateral, ‘yung buhos ng puso ko ‘nung sinulat ko siya.” The Global Times, a tabloid published law and recognized Manila’s exclusive right and legitimate rights and prerogatives He has also prepared himself for losing people who may have looked at his move differently. under the auspices of the Chinese to fish and explore for resources in the West over the area and resources subject to joint “Na-prepare ko rin ‘yung sarili ko sa mga ganung bagay Communist Party newspaper People’s Daily, Philippine Sea. declaration even though they have already kasi ‘yun ‘yung isa sa mga fear mo eh na ‘pag nilabas mo published a report on $7.34 billion in loans The Duterte administration, however, has been vindicated by the arbitration. To the ‘to marami talagang mag-di-distance sa’yo, maraming hindi and grants given by China to the Philippines deferred asserting the ruling in favor of loans extent that it does so, it may be setting aside pabor sa’yo so hinanda ko rin ‘yung sarili ko d’un.” for 10 large-scale infrastructure projects, and investment from China. the arbitral award,” he added. In his book, Bautista admitted to have been “intimate with including two bridges in . Malacañang has said the joint exploration In July 2016, the United Nations-backed a guy friend” who also happens to be an actor. Commenting on the report, Roque said with China in the West Philippine Sea could Permanent Court of Arbitration delivered a The 34-year-old actor was no-holds-barred in confessing the there was no “mechanism” that would allow include Service Contract (SC) 57, which sweeping victory to the Philippines when it details of his “affair” with this “male friend” who at that time the Philippines to use its natural resources as covers offshore northwest Palawan, and SC declared as illegal China’s claim over nearly he said had a girlfriend. Now he’s free and inspires people with his book and his collateral for loans. 72, which covers Recto Bank, a resource-rich the entire South China Sea. life story. “There’s only sovereign guarantee if underwater shelf in the West Philippine Sea It also declared that Beijing violated the it’s state to state,” he said, referring to internationally known as Reed Bank. rights of Filipinos, who were blocked by government guarantee for the payment of The Hague tribunal ruled that Recto Bank Chinese Coast Guard from fishing in the loans. was well within the Philippines’ EEZ. But disputed Scarborough Shoal off .

Duterte credits Cory Aquino for his political career MANILA - President on Tuesday I owe it to Cory Aquino. I got out from the prosecution, then terms of what a politician is and should be dito sa Pilipinas, acknowledged former President Cory Aquino for jumpstarting started my career as an OIC, then ran after the OIC, mayor,” he ganun talaga. And this has been going on, not only now ‘yung his political career. added. PDP, but even during my father’s time,” he said. Duterte admitted that his mother was among Aquino’s Duterte added that politicians’ practice of moving to Thousands of Liberal Party members have transferred to the original supporters in Davao City. the ruling political party has been in existence for several ruling PDP-Laban after Duterte took the presidency. “My mother was one of the four original yellow guys now generations. Last week, House Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez led the mass- who used to march the thoroughfares of Davao. Apat lang sila. “But as is the practice of the Filipino politicians, they oath taking of new PDP-Laban party members, who were Aapat lang sila. And at that time, nobody was paying attention gravitate towards the ruling party. So by the next election, criticized for allegedly failing to comply with the application to them. But she was already shouting,” Duterte said. kagaya dito, marami na kaming PDP. It’s a practice which for process. “I was appointed OIC vice mayor. That start me in Davao and convenience and if you are a politician by the definition of the NAIA ranked 10th Bill on poll post- most improved airport ponement dead in Senate–Koko Senate President Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III on Monday said the postponement of the Barangay and worldwide – UK survey Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections has no chance in MANILA - Travelers have named the Ninoy Aquino In- Senate, while they are inclined to study the divorce bill. ternational Airport (NAIA) among the world’s “most im- “Postponement of barangay elections has no chance proved” airports, according to survey by London-based anymore in the Senate,” he told reporters. research firm Skytrax. “Dissolution of marriage is a new concept hence The Philippines’ main gateway grabbed the last spot give us time to study it,” he added. in the Top 10 “World’s Most Improved Airports 2018,” Pimentel’s statement comes after the House of Skytrax said. Representatives approved on third and final reading Fiumicino Airport in Rome topped the list, followed a bill postponing the village polls from May 14 to October 8, 2018. by Perth Airport in Australia and Calgary International The same survey named ’s Changi as the The poll covered 550 airports worldwide and eval- The lower Chamber has also approved on third and Airport in Alberta, Canada. “World’s Best Airport” for the sixth consecutive year. uated travel in terms of check-in, arrivals, transfers, final reading a bill legalizing absolute divorce and The award is “based on the relative year-on-year Changi was followed by Incheon airport in Seoul, shopping, security and immigration, and departure at dissolution of marriage. Quality performance by all airports featured in the Haneda airport in Tokyo, the airport, and the gate, according to the Skytrax website. The two controversial bills would then be transmitted World Airport Survey, and takes into account the the Hamad airport in Doha. Some of the country’s top conglomerates are band- to Senate following their approval at the lower House. change in rating together with performance changes Some 13.73 million travelers of over 100 different ing to further revamp NAIA. The “Super Consortium” is The upper Chamber only has until Friday to approve across the different product and service categories in nationalities participated in the survey conducted from offering to invest P350 billion to make NAIA the next these bills, before it adjourns its session on March 23 the awards,” said Skytrax. August 2017 to February 2018. travel hub in Asia. and return on May 14. 6 2018 6 ANCOP PCCF Community Unveils Sen Jun Enverga Marker1 now nearing its construction completion. EVP Enverga, is the surviving of the late senator of Canada and founder of PCCF, ANCOP PCCF Tala Tobias “Jun” Enverga Jr. In her emotional message to the homepartners, she men- Community Unveils tioned the kindness of the late senator and how he advocated in championing the poor Sen Jun Enverga especially in the Philippines and his untiring support to the programs of CFC ANCOP. She also pledged to continue the work by Marker providing more houses for the families in need. Tala Leprosarium in Caloo- can City is one of the eight in the country which serves as a sanitarium and hospital for patients with leprosy. Leprosy or Hansen’s disease (HD) is curable and declared eliminated as a public health concern. However, patients and even those who have long recovered continue to be regarded as “unclean” and faced discrimination by the society and even by their own families. PCCF entourage includes the winners of CFC ANCOP together with its partners the PCCF - PCCF Little Miss are trying to battle the social stigma marked Philippines Canada 2017 Marian Barcase, by leprosy. A community of poor families PCCF Miss Teen Philippines Canada 2017 including healed HD patients are living Jenna Ramos, PCCF Miss Philippines together in Fr. Paul Foulon – PCCF ANCOP Canada 2017 Raeshan Saeed and PCCF Mrs. Community in Tala, Caloocan City. PCCF Philippines Canada 2017 Mrs. Laila Elcano. or Philippine Canadian Charitable Foun- The pageant helped them raise funds for dation is one of the donors. PCCF ANCOP the projects and the winners excitingly in- is a village with sixty (60) homes funded by teracted with the homepartners, distributed various partners like Fr. Paul Foulon and the some goodies and pledged their continued Holy Rosary Parish in USA, PCCF, and Dr. support to PCCF and CFC ANCOP. Jose N. Rodriguez Memorial Hospital. Bro. Ricky Cuenca, ANCOP Canada Pres- The PCCF has been visiting the ANCOP ident and member of the CFC International Tala Community for five consecutive years Council, also graced the event with the team now not just for the nineteen houses and from ANCOP Canada. With gladness he families they turned-over two years ago but said, “This is a great day for us to honor and 12TH to the whole community. Recently (Janu- glorify the Lord. And this is a great day for ary 22, 2018), The PCCF team, represented us to give back to the community.” by Mr. Romy Rafael (President) and Ms. To expand the reach of support, PCCF Rosemer Enverga (Executive Vice Presi- IA pledged to build 15 more houses by this year v dent), came all the way from Canada this to uphold the said initiatives as an annual time for the unveiling of the marker of the project with CFC ANCOP. I L Sen. Tobias Enverga Jr. multi-purpose hall (MPH). PCCF also funded the MPH and is

JASMINE CURTIS continued from page 5 Pahayag niya, “You can’t also blame them or get mad at them. “For them, that’s who they want to adore or give their time or love or spend their money on. “Respect ko na lang din yun sa kanila. “For me, yung online, it’s just learning how to not take it personally. Kasi, on my end, it’s just work. “I have a personal relationship with some- one else and they are also friends. “So, ayoko lang ma-take out of context if ever I get to work with someone who has a love team na existing.”

NO TV CONTRACT YET. Taliwas sa usap-usapan sa social media, sinabi ni Jas- mine na wala pa siyang opisyal na kontrata sa GMA-7. sino man ang ipareha sa kanya o maging sa CONTACT “No, I haven’t signed any contract with TV network na pagtatrabahuan niya. “Whoever will work with me, we can be any TV networks. Philip Beloso “I haven’t also officialized anything with in harmony, we can work well together. “Wala sa akin yung network eme eme na e pm [email protected] anyone. Everything’s still usap-usap pa lang.” 8 647.267.9649 Gayunman, hindi isinasara ni Jasmine ‘yan! Basta may work, basta gusto nila ako, go!” O facebook.com/fili pinocentretoronto ang pintuan sakaling bigyan siya ng pagka- @filipinocentretoronto.com kataong makatrabaho si Alden sa GMA-7. Kung saka-sakali, hindi ito ang unang � “Well, if that’s what the executives want, pagkakataong makakatrabaho ni Jasmine si ayaw ko naman tumanggi—if ever i-offer. Alden. “Everything naman will be laid out ac- Nakasama siya sa launching movie nina @ HOOPDOME : MAY 18, 19 & 20, 2018 cording to how GMA or ABS-CBN will plan Alden at Maine na Imagine You And Me things for me, should I go with a network.” noong 2016. Ayon pa sa dalaga, hindi siya mapili kung 7 2018 7 House approves foreign divorce recognition bill MANILA- The House of Representatives has The measure allows Filipinos who have been A historic first for the chamber, the approval approved on final reading a bill that recognizes divorced in other countries to remarry as long came despite opposition from President (left) and Pia Wurtzbach foreign divorce in the Philippines. as the termination of the previous marriage is Rodrigo Duterte. House Bill 7185 which eliminates the need registered in the Philippine Civil Registry. A predominantly Catholic country, the Gerald and Pia’s for judicial recognition of a foreign divorce was The approval of the bill comes 2 days after Philippines is one of only 2 states in the world, approved by 202 lawmakers with 3 rejections, the House approved a proposal providing for aside from the Vatican, where divorce is ego-crushing lessons and no abstentions. divorce. outlawed. in acting To motivate Gerald Anderson for his role in the rom-com Brillantes doubts fraud in 2016 polls, “,” director Cathy Garcia-Molina said she had to “tame his ego.” credibility of Sotto’s source “I did this to see what else Gerald could do as an actor. I wanted to know his acting range,” Cathy said during a media MANILA - A former chair of the Commission Rehashed allegations person talking about fraud in automation gathering for the -produced film. of Elections (Comelec) has expressed doubts “I am surprised with the statements of the since 2010,” he added. Sotto had alleged in a As for Gerald’s leading lady, 2015 Miss Universe Pia on the alleged irregularities in the 2016 senator. I cannot comprehend it. Who is privilaged speech that the 2016 poll results Wurtzbach, Cathy said she stripped the latter of her beauty elections, saying he has yet to see actual his source? I am worried that I know who might have been altered due to irregularities, it is, and, I think, the source should not be such as the transmission of votes a day before queen persona. “I made sure there was nothing queenly evidence of tampering with the automated election system. believed,” the former poll chief said. the actual counting of ballots. “We had three about her on the set,” Cathy declared. Sixto Brillantes, however, said that it was up to Brillantes said it was possible that the automated elections. I have yet to see any Prior to shooting the film, Cathy said she told Gerald Senate Majority Leader Vicente “Tito” Sotto source may just be rehashing allegations single evidence of cheating or manipulation of that she thought he wasn’t “handsome enough to be an III, not the Comelec, to prove his allegations raised after the country’s first automated results,” he said. actor—and that I didn’t think he was a good one.” She added, of poll fraud. elections in 2010. Citing an “impeccably reliable source,” “I also said I’ve seen some of his movies, but I only liked his Brillantes said Sotto’s source could Sotto said the election servers were also performance in his movie with Arci (Muñoz), ‘Always Be My be someone who had also doubted the Transmission irregularities accessed by a foreign entity before, during, Maybe.’” automated system in the past. “Once we know who is this source, we may and after the elections. know if this is true or false, or is this the same Cathy also pointed out: “I don’t want to see the personal- ities of my actors in the characters they portray. That’s why I’m known for making them use wigs. Gerald knows that I’m painfully honest. I admire him for allowing me to restrain and tame him.” Will be doing a movie with Star Cinema? She said she also confronted Pia: “I told her she looked really be determined by the story & by their “We needed help as our workload began to fat, and that I don’t find her beautiful enough. I said I’m not timeline. grow at a hard to believe pace & because this sure if she had any acting skills to speak of, because this is “And by @.ph’s timeline. I’ve always year I’m committed to my @iflix.ph original only her second major film project.” Pia was first seen in Vice been HONEST- iflix has the scheduling pri- production as well as 2 more movies we are all Ganda’s comedy starrer, “The Revenger Squad.” ority but it is dependent on when they finish deciding on which to prioritize. Cathy, however, said she didn’t have a hard time taking the full script approved by the creative bosses “I had a very good relationship w/ the Cor- off Pia’s beauty-queen aura. “She was game for anything. based in Malaysia. nerstone artists while hosting Kris Tv, and @ Pia would say she’s all right, even when she’s already “I don’t want to shortchange @starcinema nix722 & I felt that as I return to acting, I will bleeding from a scratched wound.” or myself by participating in a project i can’t benefit most from the guidance and ALAGA Acting-wise, the director said: “Pia isn’t just capable of be fully committed to. of Erickson & Jeff. acting, she can deliver good acting. I know this because of “@nix722 & @visionerickson know this- “I’m very grateful that they are gamely one delicate scene, which I usually ask experienced actors to Kris Aquino’s “shortened” explanation if when it comes to shooting a movie- i can’t taking on the challenge of trying to create a do. She was able to pull it off.” she will do a movie with Star Cinema: “if it’s multitask... hirap ako to be bubbly & giggly feasible shooting schedule for me because Gerald said he has never worked as hard on any film God’s will, it shall fall into place” doing branded webisodes then switch it up there are already so many digital & endorse- project compared to this one. Is Kris Aquino doing a movie with ABS- the next day & get into character... ment commitments. Here’s to a fruitful & “My performance in the film would not have been as CBN’s film production arm Star Cinema? “so marami kaming commitments na pir- exciting partnership!” convincing if not for Direk Cathy,” he said. “She’s very This was one of the questions raised by ne- mado na that i’ll need to finish 1st. Cornerstone Entertainment manages the straightforward. She’d scream at me and say, ‘Anong klaseng tizens when Kris announced that her career is “After that long explanation- shortened careers of singers , KZ Tandingan, acting ’yan?’ That’s when I know she’s displeased, and I’d now co-managed by Cornerstone Entertain- version really is- if it’s God’s will, it shall fall , and , to name a few. reply, ‘Inutil acting, Direk!’ I know that she did all those to ment, Inc. headed by Erickson Raymundo, into place.” These singers had several guest appearances motivate me.” and her KCAP business manager Nicko Falcis. Star Cinema is the producer of Kris’s hit in musical-themed episodes of Kris’s defunct Gerald added: “What she did really hurt my ego, but I ac- In her announcement made through Insta- movies like Feng Shui (2004), Sukob (2006), morning talk show Kris TV. cepted everything. I realized that she motivates all her actors gram, Kris divulged that she has two upcom- and Sisterakas (2012). More details about Kris’s upcoming digital the same way, even those who have no speaking lines.” ing movies, aside from the original produc- Yesterday, March 25, Kris made the an- movie are yet to be announced. Pia, on the other hand, said she totally agreed with tion she is doing with an online streaming nouncement about her new management via However, it was reported by PEP Alerts’s Cathy’s comments about her. “It’s true that I was fat when service. her Instagram account. PEP Troika that either GMA-7’s Barbie Forte- she first saw me. I had just returned from a vacation in New A netizen asked if one of Kris’s movies will She wrote, “This is an official THANK YOU za or ABS-CBN’s Miles Ocampo will be part York. I appreciate her honesty. She is so real that when she be produced by Star Cinema. - before all of you take off for your Holy Week of Kris’s upcoming digital horror movie that says something good about you, you know she means every She answered (published as is), “they’ve vacations... my KCAP managing director @ will be directed by Adolfo Alix Jr. word. I will be replaying her positive comments in my mind met, i’ve read the character study, i’m sup- nix722 will now be co-managing me w/ @ for a long time,” she beamed. posed to have the treatment soon... it will visionerickson & @cornerstone...

Andrea his father Kenji () who is reported Anthony have to choose between leaving everything 10 Pinoy Movies to See When () is missing after a plane crash. While looking for him, to fate or actually do something about it. about to he runs into Kelay (Kathryn Bernardo) who is also You’re Feeling Sentimental get trying to find him in an attempt to reunite Kenji 4. Starting Over Again (2014) with her dying aunt Athena (), Directed by: Olivia M. Lamasan About Your TOTGA whom Kelay argues is Kenji’s one true love. Kelay What’s worse than getting dumped? Well, getting only has a photo of a young Kenji (also played by dumped without any explanation. That’s what hap- Daniel Padilla) and a young Athena (also played pens to Marco (Piolo Pascual) when Ginny (Toni Ah, those thought-consuming what-ifs. married to Robert (TJ Trinidad), but during her by Kathryn Bernardo) as a guide for her search. Gonzaga) suddenly ends their relationship without Filipinos love a good rom-com or two, what wedding ceremony, she spots Dennis (Paulo Aveli- And while Kelay and Kenneth develop a love-hate even telling him why, leaving him to literally run with the attractive two leads pulling you into their no), a “videographer” who seems out of place. It relationship in real-time, it’s the story of Kenji and after her in the pouring rain. Fast-forward a few fairytale love story. But you’ve also got to give credit turns out that Dennis is actually the brother of An- Athena that will tug at your heartstrings. years later, Ginny returns to work with Marco and to those movies that you’ll carry with you even after drea’s ex-boyfriend, Andrew (Benjamin Alves). As finds that he now has a new girlfriend, Patty (Iza the credits roll. Not all of them will make you ug- you watch the story of Andrea and Andrew through 3. That Thing Called (2014) Calzado). Ginny realizes that she’s still in love with ly-cry, but they’re sure to leave you with something flashbacks, you start to wonder why they didn’t end Directed by: Antoinette Jadaone Marco and tries to win him back, but his strong rela- to think about or at least, make your (maybe, kind up together. Meanwhile, back in real life, Dennis is Mace () is trying to get over tionship with Patty makes her chances look bleak. of) cold heart feel a little bit more than usual. We trying to convince Andrea not to push through with the end of her eight-year relationship. After meeting round up 10 local mainstream and indie movies that the wedding with Robert because she doesn’t really Anthony (JM De Guzman) at the airport, she 5. WalangForever (2015) will have you reflecting on what-ifs and what-could- love him. drunkenly invites him to go on a with her Directed by: Dan Villegas have-beens while also thinking about the present to and Sagada. Throughout their trip, Mace Rom-com scriptwriter Mia () and what it has to offer. 2. She’s Dating the Gangster (2014) talks about her ex-boyfriend and the difficulties of Directed by: Cathy Garcia-Molina moving on, while Anthony patiently listens to her 1. Sana Dati (2013) FEELING TOTGA Kenneth (Daniel Padilla) is trying to look for and gives her advice. In the end, both Mace and Directed by: continued on page 11 8 2018 8 Battle Philippines Sea- Botched abduction ‘My Perfect You,’ Cathy Molina’s first of last five films son 3 begins April 1 Filmmaker Cathy Garcia-Mo- anything about her acting skills. ends in unplanned lina will soon bid goodbye to Cathy said Gerald gave Beginning April 1, get The game pits celebrities or show business after 25 years. much effort on her requirement ready for crazy yet de- personalities against each other in wedding And the countdown of the which was not to see any lightful Sundays as Lip a lip sync battle for two rounds. last five movies she’ll helm remnants of Gerald Anderson, Sync Battle Philip- They can lip sync the song/s ILIGAN CITY: The City Police Office reported that begins with “My Perfect You” the actor! “Wala nga akong pines returns for of their choice. Then the witnesses saw a young man being forced into a which opened yesterday in nationwide nakitang Gerald. Meron kaming isang its third season crowd determines the car at the port area here on Tuesday. cinemas. eksenang kinunan, ’yung ending, at on GMA winner of the battle A police patrol in the area chased the car Star Cinema will miss a brilliant take one siya! Tapos may nakita ako director in Cathy, but as she explained sa kanya – si John Lloyd (Cruz)! I don’t Network. after the two rounds until the suspects and the supposed victim were at the press conference of “My Perfect know if it’s a good thing or bad thing This have been completed. The intercepted and brought to Police Station 5 at Poblacion. You” recently she’ll devote much of for Gerald, but it’s a performance, a musical-reality winner gets the bragging her time to her children after she sincere performance that I only get Senior Insp. Leony Roy Ga, city police competition offers rights to be the Lip Sync completes her remaining four movies from a John Lloyd.” a whole new level Battle Champion and director, said that upon investigation, it turned (and who knows she might get hitched For Pia, she had her do a scene of entertainment gets the Lip Sync Battle out that a Maranao family was forced to abduct again, too). which in her past projects was assigned as it treats its Championship Belt. the man, a 17-year-old student, since he was Her next project is the much-await- to high caliber actresses or actors. viewers with Making the third sea- suspected of impregnating their daughter, ed Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernado “Sabi ko, ‘Naku delikado ito.’ Kasi outrageous, son more special are new reportedly 16 years old. The young man and movie. mga magagaling lang na artista ang “Dapat last film ko na ito but then may kayang gumawa nito. But she amusing and things to look forward his abductors are all from Lanao del Sur. may promise lang na gagawin ko delivered!” even more excit- to such as the 3-way The supposed kidnap victim called up his parents to tell them that he would marry the ’yung KathNiel (movie). So four more For the director, Pia was an empty ing performances every week. battle and thematic episodes that will to go. Hanggang August 2019 lang canvass. But the actress was able to girl belonging to the irate Maranao family. Lip Sync Battle Philippines will still pave the way to a more intense head- ibinigay ko,” she said. show her range as actress. “I’m very be hosted by Kapuso comedy genius to-head challenge of your favourite The five-hour investigation into the abduc- “My Perfect You,” she said, was happy because they exceeded my Michael V. together with multi-tal- celebrities and personalities. Kapuso tion turned into negotiations for a wedding. a revelation regarding actor Gerald expectations… I’m looking forward to ented TV host-actress Iya Villa- viewers can also expect guest color Investigators said the would-be kidnap victim Anderson and first time lead actress seeing them do more movies not nec- nia-Arellano as color commentator. commentators who will participate in and his abductors had to wait it out since the Pia Wurtzbach. She was vocal that essarily with me kasi konting pelikula For Michael V., he is excited to the show as they add more fun in the young man’s parents were making the trip she didn’t like Gerald’s acting except na lang ang gagawin ko. But to see for his portrayal in “Always Be My Pia and Gerald on their own, marami present to its viewers the changes that program. from Marawi to Iligan. Ga said the two families Maybe.” And with Pia, she didn’t know silang kakabugin,” she stressed. will happen in this season. ‘Excited Under the helm of Rico Gutierrez, agreed to the marriage of the young man and ako kasi sinala talaga namin yung catch the return of Lip Sync Battle the girl. Since the young man and his abductors refused to consider the matter a police incident mga battlers ngayon and magka- Philippines every Sunday beginning TETCHIE akin na hindi ako welcome. and requested that the matter not be placed in karoon ng bagong battles. So ang April 1 on GMA’s flagship interna- continued from page 14 So ako naman, hindi ko the station’s blotter, the police did not release masasabi ko talaga, mas aabangan ito tional channel, GMA Pinoy TV. go home and I have a normal ipipilit ang sarili ko so naging the names of those involved in the incident to kasi yung mga napiling battler, ready Get the latest updates about Lip life outside showbiz. I have patakaran ko na when I’m the media. talaga sila,’ he said. Sync Battle Philippines from the other sets of friends.” working, I get along with “No one wants to file charges,” Ga said. On the other hand, Iya expressed GMA Network website www.GMA- May nangyari raw noong everybody, we’re friends, pero The withholding of any information to the her gratitude to be working with Network.com. nag-uumpisa kapag sumigaw public is to protect the “maratabat” or pride of Michael V. again because of his warm Kapuso viewers from across the pa lamang ng ‘pack up’, uwi the Maranaos, the police added. personality. ‘I am just happy to be globe can also catch their favorite Ka- siya na tila ako, may iba akong Maratabat is one of the most important working with Kuya Bitoy because puso shows via GMA’s international tumatak sa barkadang tinatam- cultural values of the Maranaos. you know, he is very approachable channels GMA Pinoy TV, GMA Life aktres. bayan.” Forced weddings in Marawi and Lanao del and friendly and lahat ng galaw ko sa TV, and GMA News TV Internation- “Kauumpi- Abangan si Sur are quite common. A wedding negotiation set, he is there to help and assist me al. For the program guide, visit www. sa ko pa lang, is completed once the family of the girl agrees so hindi talaga ako nahihirapan,’ she gmapinoytv.com. pinaramdam bilang Guada sa to pay the bride price. said. na agad sa Contessa.

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9 2018 9 Human rights board says only 15 % of 75,000 claims approved

of the P10 billion from be approved can file an opposition,” she said. Ano-ano ang favorite ac- the late dictator Fer- Sarmiento explained that rejected claim- dinand Marcos’ Swiss ants were unable to prove that they suffered tivities ng BiGuel sa loob bank deposits, recov- abuses under the Marcos regime since the ered by the Philippine board relies on evidence in assessing claims. ng kanilang identical government, before the “There might be claims that were denied board gets dissolved. but it’s because the claimants were not able cars? Sarmiento said a total to prove that they were victims; then we of 75,730 people sought really cannot do anything but to deny,” she Ipinasilip ng Kapuso love team na BiGuel sa GMANet- compensation from the said. She added that if the board was given work.com ang identical vans na pag-aari nila. board but only nearly 15 more time, it could have done more exten- Sa car raid video ng Kapuso Web Specials featuring Victims of human rights violations during the Marcos regime stage a picket in front of the Martial percent got approved. sive research on the claims. Bianca Umali at , nabanggit ng dalawa Law Victims Claims board on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News The board may ap- “Perhaps, if we have more time we could ang mga favorite pastime nila sa kanilang mga kotse. prove more claims until interview each one of them...But because Para sa Kapuso heartthrob na si Miguel, favorite activi- MANILA- A total of 10,616 claims for May 12. of limited time, we already have to contend ty niya ang matulog sa van para makapagpahinga. monetary reparation has been approved by She, however, noted that rejected claim- with what we have, [the] documentation Paliwanang niya, “Siyempre matulog. Kaya nga ‘di the Human Rights Victims’ Claims Board ants and anyone who dissents with the during that period,” she said. ba ito ‘yung purpose ng van natin kaya siya malaki para for martial law victims, its chairperson said. board’s decision can file a complaint. “I think one of the reasons for the enact- makapagpahinga tayo, while we’re on our way to our The independent board has only until “Anybody who feels that the claimant ment of the law is to honor the sacrifices of work, ‘di ba?” May 12 this year to distribute the remainder who has been approved does not deserve to the Filipino people at the time.” Importante naman para kay Bianca na maganda ang sound system ng kaniyang kotse dahil gusto lagi niyang nagpapatugtog ng music sa tuwing sasakay siya rito. Dipolog, Camsur, Naga court employees reject Sereno protests “Sound tripping as in to the highest level ‘yung volume Philippine Association of Court Employees while driving or habang nasa likod. Important sa akin na in Camarines Sur, meanwhile said that the maganda ‘yung sound system ng car,” paliwanag niya. judiciary should maintain its independence amid Sereno’s ouster woes. Sereno has been grappling with impeachment proceedings Is Darna shelved? Direk and a case before the Supreme Court seek- responds ing to void her 2012 appointment. Last march 12, judges and court employ- Liza Soberano’s Darna is still pushing through, says ees at the Supreme Court called on Sereno Star Cinema and director Erik Matti. NO RED, NO WHITE: Wearing their uniform, court employees join beige uniforms for the weekly flag ceremony. to resign. the weekly flag ceremony. This is according to Star Cinema Advertising and Sereno rejected the latest quit call, saying Promotions They made no statement of support for or she wants to air her side when the impeach- Head Mico MANILA - Employees in several courts opposition against Sereno. ment process against her reaches the Senate. del Rosario, across the country March 12 wore white to Dipolog judges Rene Dondoyano and Sereno was appointed to the high court in who posted show support for embattled Chief Justice Victoriano Lacaya Jr. instead asserted that 2012 by former President Benigno Aquino on Instagram Maria Lourdes-Sereno or red to call for her the constitutional process should be fol- III following the ouster of the late chief mag- a screengrab resignation. lowed in any move to remove Sereno. istrate Renato Corona, who was removed for of a Funfare This, however, was not the case for the “Give each one of them especially the undeclared wealth. article. local courts of Naga and Camarines Sur Chief Justice her day in court so we are a The country’s first female chief justice was The Fun- provinces in , and Dipolog City government of law and not of men so we expected to stay in her post until reaching fare article’s in Zamboanga Del Norte province. just follow the mandate of the constitution,” the mandatory retirement age in 2030. She title raised At the halls of justice in these areas, said Lacaya. is currently on indefinite leave as she pre- the question: employees showed up in their blue, gray and Carlo Lamberto Tayo, president of the pares for a possible impeachment trial. “Is Darna shelved?” and says that CHINA CLAIM PHL AIRSPACE Sea and Philippine (formerly Benham) Rise they will be put in a container. These are the movie continued from page 1 as part of its mandate, Lorenzana said. very powerful, very silent and can stay aloft was already Sea). Aside from the aerial patrols, the for 24 hours,” he said. “nabantila- Philippines holds naval patrols and sends “These [Philippine] planes, every time Map showing potential Chinese radar cover in the South China wan.” vessels from the Philippine Coast Guard that they fly over these features of Chinese, Sea, according to analysis by US-based Center for Strategic and The Star they will challenge,” Lorenzana said. and the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic International Studies. Resources. Cinema executive wrote in his caption, “THIS IS NOT TRUE. “They will say that you are entering Spoken already to Tito Ricky Lo and clarify that DARNA Chinese airspace. Just exchange of words. The Philippines recently acquired six drones worth $13.76 million from the has already started shooting. Tuloy na tuloy po ang Then we will say: ‘No, we are passing over Darna.” Philippine airspace.’ It’s just a play of words through a grant. These drones Meanwhile, Darna director Erik Matti posted on Twitter everytime we have patrols,” he said. could also be used to patrol those waters. a photo of Liza and the staff of Darna in a meeting. China has transformed some of the reefs “Now that we have the drones and we claimed by the Philippines in the Spratlys have what you call the marine patrols, we It was in May 30, 2017 when ABS-CBN and Star Cinema into artificial islands capable of supporting send our naval patrols with censors every announced that Liza is taking on the role of the iconic military facilities, which has become a now and then towards the areas,” Lorenzana Pinay superheroine. concern for several nations. Three of these said, referring to the West Philippine Sea The announcement came days after it was reported seven artificial islands have 3-kilometer and Philippine Rise. that Liza might be starring in the upcoming Darna movie. airstrips that may be used by China to land But he said the drones would also be used More updates, including its cast members and showing military planes in the future. For its part, the in the southern part of the Philippines to date, are yet to be announced. Philippines conducts regular patrols in its patrol the sea lanes of Sulu. maritime domains in the West Philippine “They can be transported easily because

10 2018 10 unfollows, deletes photos of Gerald Anderson, Pia Wurtzbach Filipino Centre Toronto On the other hand, Bea and Pia Lia loveteam with , while Loisa was Sets Induction of Executive became friends and worked togeth- once partnered with Jerome and at present, she is er during their teen years on the “lovey-dovey” with Ronnie Alonte. Council Officers & Board of youth-oriented show “K2BU.” It can According to Loisa, they both put priority on be recalled that Pia admitted she was their work and so they could no longer keep in Directors for 2017-2019 insecure with Bea back then because touch with each other. “Siguro, dati tampo-tam- By: Tony A. San Juan, OCT Bea was always cast in lead roles, po lang pero wala naman galit, di maiiwasan while Pia only got minor parts. Such ‘yung tampuhan. It was me who was first paired The Filipino Centre Toronto - FCT slates the insecurity was told in Pia’s “Maalaala with another actor and that time we were still induction of its Executive Council Officers and Mo Kaya” life story. okay. It just so happened that we both became too busy.” Board of Directors on April 6, 2018, Friday, 7:00 It’s only in The Good Son that Loisa and p.m. at Rembrandt Banquet Hall, # 9390 Prog- All is well between Loi- Joshua have been able to work together again ress Avenue, corner Markham Road, Scarbor- From ‘Bearald’ to ‘Piarald’? Left: Gerald Anderson sa & Joshua after quite some time. At present, Loisa said that ough, Toronto, Ontario M1G 3T5. and Bea Alonzo at the 2017 Ball. Right: everything is well between her and Joshua. Invited to grace the event as Inducting Officer Gerald with Pia Wurtzbach MANILA, Philippines — Loisa Andalio couldn’t “We talk, especially when we need to practice and Guest of Honour is Hon. Rosalita Prospero, be any happier for being part of the ABS-CBN for a scene. Nag thro-throw lines kami pero Consul General of the Philippines - Toronto. MANILA, Philippines — From to primetime drama The Good Son. You see, among pag wala, tahimik lang kami. We go to the same Those to be inducted to office for the 2017- work but we do our own , , and Bea Alonzo, the three young female 2019 term are : Executive Council Officers : leads including Elisse thing on the set during is Gerald Anderson now dating Pia Wurtzbach? Mary Ann San Juan- President. & Chief Execu- Such was the question many netizens have Joson and Alexa Ilacad, tapings.” Loisa gets the most Apparently, observers tive Officer,Theresa Lumanlan, Executive Vice been asking on social media after Bea unfollowed President, Rosalinda Javier, Internal Auditor and and deleted photos of both Gerald and Pia on her number of acting scenes were impressed with Efren De Villa- Chairman of the Board of Direc- Instagram account. Bea also deleted the poster of with male leads Jerome the two stars’ pro- Gerald and Pia’s movie “My Perfect You,” which Ponce, Joshua Garcia fessionalism as they tors. The new sets of officers and directors were made netizens abuzz that the rumored relation- and Jeric Raval whose appear naturally sweet elected in November, 2016 in Toronto. Vacancies ship of Gerald and Bea is now over because of respective characters are onscreen. “Kinikilig ba in the Board were also filled up recently. Miss Universe 2015. closely connected to her kayo?” asked Loisa. “We The Filipino Centre Toronto, the 18- year old need to do our roles con- Some netizens also claimed to have seen Pia character Hazel which, community- focused organization has been Loisa revealed, was not vincingly because if not, and Gerald strolling in a mall together. pursuing its mission, vision and goals over the As of press time, there are still no words from originally intended for matatalakan kami, baka her. sabunin kami. Besides, years by leading and sponsoring purposeful the three of them online, but Bea’s hairstylist and meaningful programs & services. Along posted a cryptic message on Instagram. “The role wasn’t initially meant for me, may I have already gotten used to doing scenes with the process, the non- profit Centre through its According to the stylist, who uses the ibang artista na para dito but I am happy that him. That’s why everything comes out naturally.” username @ayuhamasaki: “Bakit hindi na lang Dreamscape entrusted it to me. For me, there is In a separate interview, Joshua said he doesn’t members, volunteers and facilities has been magkatuluyan ang mga TAPAT at SERYOSO at no big or small role. What matters is you can do see any problem working with Loisa, except of targeting and benefiting members of the Filipino hayaang maglokohan ang mga MALALANDI at the job. Playing Hazel gives me the opportunity course, at the start of their taping where they Canadian and other cultural communities in BABAERO.” to display my talent not just in acting but in both felt uncomfortable. Toronto and parts of the Greater Toronto Area, “Yes, the production team did talk to us and Netizens had mixed reactions regarding the singing as well,” said Loisa during a set visit at as well. the clubhouse of Tivoli Royale. “It is seldom for after that, I think naging mas maganda yung Instagram post. Amongst its various continuing projects are : User @salazarang8 said: “Wala nang bearald an actor to get a project where singing is also a pagsasama namin because we didn’t allow our requirement, isn’t it? That’s why, I’m grateful for work to be affected by our past. We talk and I can health & wellness seminars; elderly well- being maharot kac yang c na yan feeling mo ang research; Filipino Language( Tagalog- based) gwapo pewee.” this.” say that Loisa and I are friends in real life.” learning sessions; Academic and Homework Netizen @anonanon2x commented: “Di natin But this is not to say that Loisa feels at ease all Perhaps, Loisa said, it also helps that they both alam kung ano nga nangyari between gerald & the time. Her face turns red every time her char- have their own onscreen partners. “Having new Tutorials; Cabbagetown community festivity; bea. I hope they will find peace in whatever deci- acter has to sing “because all eyes are on you lalo partners make both of us happier at work. That’s and tax - preparation workshops. The scheduled sion they make. Wag muna idamay si pia - she is na ‘yung camera men, hahaha.” Add to that was why everything turns out wonderful. Sobrang community-wide events include: Dr. Victoria in a relationship & seems happy with her bf.” the awkward feeling when she began working ganda ng nangyayari sa buhay namin.” Santiago Invitational Basketball Tournament Meanwhile, the guessing game continues in User @flyingkisses101 said: “Baka pwedeng with Joshua during the earlier part of the soap. on May 18, 19, & 20, 2018; Pistahan Sa Toronto Loisa shared, “Actually, it was tough, especially The Good Son as to who is responsible for the magantay nalang Muna tayu bago manghusga, Summer Festival & Santa Cruzan on June 16 malay natin nahack lang account ni bea,” while @ ‘pag may mga yakapan but as days went by, we mysterious death of Victor Buenavidez (Albert somehow became comfortable with each other. Martinez). With the revelation of another secret & 17, 2018; Dr. Guillermo De Villa Golf Tourney dollvjjCome on! I’m fan of both....let’s not judge on July 15, 2018; and the Outstanding Student Anyone until we know the thruth.” There’s no awkwardness anymore and it feels last Friday, televiewers were only taken to more good to work without you avoiding someone.” It unexpected turns. It can be recalled that each Awards Day in October, 2018. Past & current Pia has reportedly broken up with car racer helped that the production team called their at- character was deemed to be the culprit yet no members and officers of the Filipino Centre Marlon Stockinger, but this has not been con- tention after their uneasiness became too visible one is proven guilty of the crime. Toronto are highly encouraged to participate in firmed by the couple. Pia’s Valentine post with onscreen. With only a few more weeks left to its final its worthwhile activities and affairs including Marlon in New York is still on her Instagram. Perhaps, curious minds are eager to know the episode in April, who do you think is the real the upcoming Induction event on April 6th by perpetrator and who among the four lead char- Bea and Gerald dated back then, which they reason behind it. Well, Loisa and Joshua were contacting Mary Ann San Juan at Tel. 416-728- initially introduced as a loveteam right after their acters, played by Joshua, Jerome, confirmed during their guest appearance in Vice 9313 or Email : masj [email protected] ( Tony A. stint in : All In four years ago. and , is the good son? You have to Ganda’s Sunday show “Gandang Gabi, Vice” in San Juan) 2016. They dated once again while doing their But, later on, they were paired up with other watch it until the end. film “How To Be Yours.” young stars. Joshua is now the other half of Josh-

FEELING TOTGA through a rough patch—her relationship with her not always the best thing. with each other and they talk about everything continued from page 8 fiancé just ended and she’s a workaholic who is out there is to talk about under the sun while kayaking of a job. As she moves into a smaller apartment, she 8. (2017) through crystal-clear waters, making it more than has been having a difficult time coming up with starts receiving anonymous postcards from different Directed by: Sigrid Andrea Bernardo just your usual summer fling. But they differ when it relatable and kilig-worthy films ever since she broke places in the Philippines but with only one sender. What might first warm your heart up is how comes to their view on relationships: Gela believes up with her long- She then decides to look for the sender of the Tonyo () hopelessly falls in love in marriage, while Raffy wants nothing to do with it. time boyfriend postcards, going on a trip to discover all the places with his blind neighbor, Lea (). They try to make their self-made paradise a dream- Ethan (Jericho depicted on them. But what she finds in the end isn’t Tonyo does everything for Lea and they tour Sappo- come-true, but they realize that sometimes, paradise Rosales). Things exactly what she was expecting. ro together, slowly forming a relationship. And just is meant to be just that: A dream. start looking as Lea finally gets a glimpse of Tonyo, she ends up up again when 7. I’m Drunk, I Love You (2017) realizing that there really is more to a person than 10. Meet Me in St. Gallen (2018) Ethan re-enters Directed by: JP Habac meets the eye. Directed by: Irene Emma Villamor her life—only to Carson (Maja Salvador) has been in love with Celeste () meets Jesse () tell her that he’s her best friend Dio () for seven years. 9. Mr. and Mrs. Cruz (2018) in a coffee shop that she frequents, often using the leaving again, this time for good. The two exchange She plans on finally confessing her feelings to him Directed by: Sigrid Andrea Bernardo fake name “Katy Perry” when she orders. The two frustrating yet also relatable will-they-won’t-they during a trip to La Union, and she brings along Gela () and Raffy (JC Santos) are eventually start a close relationship (after realizing moments during the movie, and you’ll be left with her close friend Jason (Dominic Roco) for moral both newly-heartbroken strangers who decide to their names are the same as the characters in the tears when they finally make up their minds. support. But it seems like Dio already has his heart head to Palawan for some time to be by themselves. romance-drama movie Celeste and Jesse Forever) set on Pathy (Jasmine Curtis-Smith). And while Dio They soon realize that they have the same last name and have a one-night stand, but they part ways after- 5. Sakaling Hindi Makarating (2016) and Carson would do anything for each other, the and end up also sharing the same room because of wards. Years later, they meet again in the same coffee Directed by: Ice Idanan ending will make you realize that sometimes, that’s logistical problems. They start spending more time shop, and end up talking about their past. Cielo (Alessandra de Rossi) has been going

11 2018 11 House OKs creation of Philippine National Railway Authority Philippine National Railway Authority (PNRA) which shall regulate all aspects of the LEFT, Cathy Garcia-Molina RIGHT, Nadine Lustre and James Reid operations of railway corporations JADINE UNPROFESSIONAL continued from page 1 MANILA, Philippines – Moreover, railway operators are required to tion of such contract or project, or pursuing The House committees on government secure a franchise from Congress. Operators any lawful activity necessary for the execu- on the Precious Heart Romance Presents series enterprises, legislative franchise, and trans- with an existing franchise or concession tion, implementation or operation of such “Pintada.” portation in a joint hearing on Wednesday agreement with any government agency are railway project or system.” But wanting to communicate further, she approved a bill seeking to restructure the granted three years to secure a legislative In addition, the committee members suggested to the netizen to settle things privately Philippine National Railway System. franchise. agreed that professional experience specific “para di nakabroadcast sa lahat (so it would not be The unnumbered substitute bill provides The measure also contains penal provisions to public and railway transportation shall be for the creation of the Philippine National for acts harmful to the sustainability and required of the PNRA Administrator. This is broadcast).” She even complimented her by saying, Railway Authority (PNRA) which shall reg- safety of trains, tracks, equipment and other in addition to qualifications already required “You seem like a nice person, and you have my ulate all aspects of the operations of railway assets, including the safety and security of the in the bill, such as 35 years of age, good moral respect. I would like to talk to you and be honest corporations, while its board of directors riding public. character, and recognized executive ability with you.” shall set the necessary routes, fares, and stan- During the deliberations, the committees and competence in transportation, business Not backing down, @Pumpkin0211016 once dards on safety and security. accepted an amendment to Section 43, which administration, management, finance, or law. It further mandates the establishment prohibits the issuance of restraining orders The specific professional experience shall again raised a question: “[K]ung totoo nga yang of three separate corporations—the Lu- and preliminary injunctions. also be required from the Deputy Adminis- tsismis bakit kinuha parin ni direk tonet ang JD zon Railway Corporation, Railway trators and Operations Manager. from OTWOL [“On the Wings of Love”] to TIMY Corporation (VRC), and Mindanao Railway The section now reads: The deliberations were presided by govern- [“‘Til I Met You”] to NNLY [“Never Not Love Corporation (MRC)—to operate railways in “No court in the Philippines shall have the ment enterprises committee chairman Rep. You”]? So anong ibig sabihin ng narinig mo (If the Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. The corpo- jurisdiction to issue any restraining order, Jesus Sacdalan, legislative franchise commit- gossip is true, why did Direk Tonet still get JD from rations shall exist for a term of 50 years, and preliminary injunction, or preliminary tee chairman committee Rep. Franz Alvarez, renewable for another 50. mandatory injunction in any case, dispute, and transportation committee vice-chairman OTWOL to TIMY to NNLY? So what does your The authorized capital stock of each corpo- or controversy involving any contract or Rep. Edgar Sarmiento. Also present were hearsay mean)?” ration shall be P30 billion. Twenty percent, or project being implemented by the Authority, Reps. Mark Go and Eugene de Vera. Not wanting to add fuel to the fire, Garcia-Molina P6 billion, shall be initially paid-up and the to prohibit any person or persons, or entity or retreated and refused to say further. Garcia-Molina balance shall be paid from a continuing an- government official from proceeding with or said it was up to Villegas and Jadaone to speak up nual appropriation of not less than P2 billion. continuing on the execution or implementa- on the issue. She then apologized if she had offended the netizen. She added, “I just felt you were sincere Philippine Teachers Association Tony Labrusca defends Kisses and honest with your question that it deserved an Slates 2018 Spring P.D. Workshop honest answer from me too.” @Pumpking020116 Delavin from bashers over also said sorry to her, saying she did not expect her Meaningfully meeting the concept of “lifelong reply. learning”, and teachers are adherents of this uni- loveteam issue Things did not end there. Another netizen,@ versal adage , the Philippine Teachers Association AnneTok3, lambasted the director for meddling and of Canada (PTAC) is holding its 2018 Professional Tony Labrusca on being part of Star Magic Circle Development workshop for its officers & members 2018: “At first, kinakabahan ako kasi di ko alam said that it was right for her to retire. But Garcia- kung iku-compare na naman kami sa ibang ar- Molina rebutted, “I did not mention anything” and and other interested members of the public, as tista. I think, sometimes, showbiz makes people well. The annual event will be held on Saturday, feel that it’s always a competition. I’m a little bit said sorry, but still asserted, “Wala namang mali sa April 14, from 10am - 3pm at the North York Civic nervous about that aspect.” sinabi ko (There’s nothing wrong with what I said). Centre, Room 2, 5100 Yonge Street, North York ON, Walang magiging problema kay Tony Labrusca It was an honest question and an honest reply.” M2N 5V7, just off the North York subway station. kung matuloy ang pagiging magka-love team nila Invited professional presenters and guests ng kapwa Star Magic artist na si Kisses Delavin. both get to work with Kisses.” @anongpakimo2806 mocked Garcia-Molina for include the very popular Canadian writer-musician Puro magagandang salita nga ang binitawan Kaugnay nito, may ilang fans ang nangba-bash asking privacy at a time when the tweet was already Juan Tomas, who is himself a teacher and a ng binata tungkol sa dalaga. kay Kisses dahil sa posibilidad na maging dalawa garnering attention. The director replied: “Sorry newspaper columnist. Mr. J. Tomas is going to Pahayag ni Tony sa PEP.ph (Philippine Enter- ang ka-love team niya, sa kabila ng pagiging baguhan pa lang nito. sorry. Late ko talaga na realize nung May ibang nag give a lecture presentation on “Effective Writing”. tainment Portal), “Actually, alam ninyo, sobrang bait ni Kisses as a person, grabe yung values niya. Pagtatanggol naman ni Tony, “I feel like, guys, react na. Sorry talaga (Sorry sorry. I really realized Filipino Canadian Ms. Christienne Cuevas, a certi- “Kinukuwento niya sa akin, sobrang pagod na it’s not Kisses’ fault. it late when someone reacted. I’m really sorry).” fied nurse - turned teacher and now an occasional “It’s really the management who decides this siya, [but] she has to remain happy for her fans. Hoping to put the issue behind, Garcia-Molina Teacher with the Toronto District School Board has “Nagagawa niya talaga. kind of thing. confirmed to lead on the “Pronunciation” work- “I mean, I was watching her during her final “At the end of the day, she’s only doing her job, apologized to her fellow directors. “Nakalimutan shop, while a French teacher at the Dufferin-Peel dress rehearsal for her concert, sobrang bilib ako and she’s a lovely girl, so I hope you guys don’t kong posibleng lumaki to (I forgot this could Catholic Board, Mr. Anthony Ferrary will share and sa kanya. get too hard on her.” become a big issue). No ill intentions whatsoever,” “At eighteen years old, she’s working so hard discuss strategies on “Confidence-Building”. she said. “I’m so sorry nakalimutan ko na [m] PTAC is an Ontario registered non- profit , volun- for herself, for her family, for her career.” STAR MAGIC CIRCLE. Isa si Tony sa mga teer-based socio-professional organization of teach- Dagdag niya, “If I was to be paired up with inilunsad bilang miyembro ng Star Magic Circle araming [nakakabasa] nito. May nag react [nang] 2018. ers & educators with Filipino heritage is pursuing Kisses... nakatrabaho ko na si Kisses, sobrang iba before I realized my booboo. Sorry again (I’m saya, e. Para sa iba, hindi na raw dapat isinama si Tony the free seminar to develop and enhance further “Sobrang saya pag magkasama kami. I can rito dahil hindi naman na siya baguhan kung so sorry I forgot that a lot of people would read personal and professional skills of participants in only hope that we have more projects together.” tutuusin. this. Many had already reacted before I realized my effective communication and interpersonal aspects Pagkatapos niyang sumali sa Pinoy Boyband booboo. Sorry again).” .The decade-old Association maintains the website Superstar ay nakasama siya sa cast ng nagtapos LOVE TRIANGLE? May usap-usapan ding Wanting to cool down the emotions of fans, www.philippineteachers.ca. love triangle daw ang mangyayari, kung saan nang teleserye na . The whole-day workshop has been purposefully ipapareha si Kisses sa kanilang dalawa ni Donny Ayon kay Tony, maging siya ay nagulat nang Villegas said that the issue was already settled a long planned and organized so as to allow also more Pangilinan. isali siya sa mga talent ng Star Magic na ilulun- time ago. “Kalma, lapit nang lumabas yung peliks. time for networking and fellowship opportunities Sabi ni Tony tungkol dito, “Actually, wala pang sad. Sayang energy sa bv [bad vibes] (Calm down, the among attendees. There is no fee to join the official statement kung ano talaga ang gustong “At first, kinakabahan ako kasi di ko alam kung iku-compare na naman kami sa ibang artista. movie is about to be released. Don’t waste your event and free refreshments & light lunch will be gawin ng management. “Pero if ever we’re reaching a point in time “I think, sometimes, showbiz makes people energy on bad vibes).” served. For logistic purposes, a pre-registration here in Philippine showbiz that there won’t be feel that it’s always a competition. The “blockbuster director,” known for her works is appreciated. Those interested are requested to official love teams, I believe that’s a start of really “I’m a little bit nervous about that aspect. contact Cielito at : [email protected] or something amazing. “Pero ngayon, I’m starting to think that, you such as “One More Chance,” “A Second Chance” Maricon at : [email protected] or Marites “Dun din matututo ang mga fans na di mo know what, sobrang laki ng opportunity na ito na and “,” is set to retire in 2019. at: [email protected] on or before April 10, kailangang i-bash ang mga third wheel, di mo ilu-launch ako ng Star Magic. Meanwhile, Jadaone has not spoken up on the “Napaka-blesssed ko na binibigyan ako ng 2018.( CD/tsj). kailangang i-bash ang artista kung i-partner sa issue as of writing. ibang artista din. chance ng ABS,” saad ni Tony. “I feel it will be a great thing if me and Donny

12 2018 12 Liza adds: “Exclusive.” Co-stars confirm When asked to expound on this, Enrique says: “As I would always say like before pa, para sa akin, siya lang talaga ‘yung babaeng mahal ko. Siya lang.” Spotlight Liza’s and Enrique’s And Liza shares: “He is someone who is always there AVENIDA , 1967 and who will always be there for me.” Their co-star, , volunteers this relationship information: “Kapag ‘di sila magkasama ng kahit dalawang oras, mabubuwang na silang LIZA Soberano says the rumors dalawa.” that her solo project, “Darna”, has been “Parang nasanay na kasi kami na lagi shelved simply are not true. “We’ve kaming magkasama in the projects that we begun shooting scenes for the movie do since we’ve been working together for and it’s really a lot of fun!” she says. “I’m five years now,” says Enrique. enjoying working with Direk Erik Matti “When I’m shooting ‘Darna’ on my own, for the first time and the rest of his crew. we do video calls to stay in touch with each Kakaiba talaga ang pelikulang ito sa lahat other,” Liza adds. “At the end of the day, we make up for ng nagawa ko na and I’m really having fun doing it. The laughs. Meanwhile, Jeric is presently happy to be part of the lost time with him having dinner at our house.” shooting is in full swing at kasabay ko itong ginagawa The lad discloses that he’s not the type who would hit prime time offering Kambal Karibal headlined by with our new primetime show on ABS-CBN, ‘Bagani’.” post shirtless photos on his social media accounts. Bianca Umali and Miguel Tanfelix. With such candid revelations, it’s very apparent that Liza turned 20 years old on her birthday last January 4. “I post photos while I’m doing workouts in the “I’m so proud that we’re doing good ratings-wise. “Yes, I’m no longer a teenager and I feel more responsible Liza and Enrique are now officially in a relationship. gym but not shirtless ones. Well, to each is own, right? For a couple of times during road shows, people with my own life and career,” she adds. “But I feel very Maybe, I’m just basically shy.” call me ‘Parekoy.’ It means they’re really watching! fortunate to have an amazing family, great friends, a good Kapuso awkward shirtless For Jeric, this is one way to avoid receiving negative Because of this show. Many avenues of opportunities career and very supportive fans.” comments from netizens. He believes it’s inevitable opened for me. I hope the public will support us that you’ll get compared to those who have chiseled continuously until the end,” he concludes. At the presscon of “Bagani”, the stars are asked if Even if his physique has remarkably improved due to his gym they’re all already taken. Enrique Gil says they’re all taken physique. routine, Kapuso talent Jeric Gonzales admits he still feels awkward “You might suffer in the comparison in the process. except for . So that means he and Liza are posting his shirtless photos on social media. taken? It’s better to keep a low profile rather than receive flak “I’m still working on my abs, that’s why. At present, I just have from people,” he beams. “Well, para sa akin, yes, taken na kami,” he says. And four. Six is the ideal, right? So I still need to achieve that,” he

13 2018 13 ’s tips to inspires or triggers you, which differs from one songwriter to another. Yeng, who’s set to release her sixth studio album, “Synesthesia,” later , ma- You also have to try different types of songwriting methods until you this year, added: “I’m a very emotional person. If I feel and experience aspiring singer-songwriters find something that works for you and helps you find your core,” something extreme, that’s when the melodies come out—I start hearing saya na hindi natatali said music artist Yeng Constantino when asked for her advice to them, sometimes along with the words.” sa iisang love team “You have to know yourself well. You have to figure out what young aspiring singer-songwriters.

Natalia Laurent follows Sophia Sambrana Chollo Lagdameo during listens to Chollo. practice

ABOVE, Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation is busy preparing for the Pinoy Fiesta. Rehearsals are underway. SECOND FROM RIGHT PHOTO, Fe Taduran and Beth Daliva are assisting with the preparations. FAR RIGHT, Randy Bucao talks with PCCF’s Rosemer Enverga.

Naging close kami off cam. Tetchie Agbayani, ipi- Loisa Andalio walang malisya sa “Hindi kami naging close sa trabaho kaya ano, nung sinabi sa naliwanag kung bakit amin na may gagawin kaming Wansa, ‘Paano ko kaya makakaeksena closeness nina Ronnie Alonte at Vice ito, baka matawa-tawa lang ako,’ pero naging madali naman po kasi wala siyang showbiz naging komportable na kami sa isa’t isa.” barkada Ganda Aliw naman ang comment ni Loisa nang sabihin namin na parang Hindi daw pinagdududahan ni Loisa sa kanya na lang nakatuon ang atensyon Andalio ang closeness nina Ronnie Alonte Kumpara sa iba niyang kasa- ngayon ni Ronnie at hindi na tumitingin sa at . ibang babae. bayan sa showbiz na may close Nilinaw ni Loisa Andalio na hindi niya group of friends, mas pinili ni “Well, dapat lang!” diin pa niya. pinagseselosan ang closeness na meron Samantala, inamin ni Loisa na original- Tetchie Agbayani na magkaroon sina Vice Ganda at Hashtag Ronnie Alonte. ly, hindi naman para talaga sa kanya ang ng barkada sa labas ng industriya. “Hindi. Kasi kilala ko si Ate Vice. role na ginagampanan niya sa The Good Pero paglilinaw ng aktres, na Actually, mama-mamahan ko yon,” sabi Son bilang kababata ni , malapit nang mapanood sa After- agad niya. kaya laking pasalamat niya na napasama noon Prime series na Contessa, Patuloy ni Loisa, “Minsan kasi, di ba, sa teleserye. kaibigan naman daw niya ang ang tingin sa kanya ng mga tao pag may “Kasi biglaan lang po talaga ito, eh. close siyang lalaki parang sinasabi na, ‘Ay lahat na kanyang nakakatrabaho. Hindi naman po talaga dapat ako ‘to, ano yan ni Vice, ano yan ni Vice,’ pero sa may ibang tao na para dito. Kaya sobrang “Lahat sila kaibigan ko. Pero totoo lang po, kung makikita nila, sobrang hindi ako nakikipagbarkada sa happy ko na pinagkatiwala ito sa akin bait ni Vice sa mga nakakasama niya. ng Dreamscape at binigyan nila ako ng kapwa artista ko. Hindi ako kaga- Wala kang makikitang kamili-malisya.” opportunity na magbigay sila sa akin ng ya ng grupo ni Amy [Austria], Hindi rin daw niya pinagdudahan na ganito kalaking role. LT [], Sandy may something kina Ronnie at Vice. “Kasi sa akin naman, walang maliit o malaking role, parang lahat [Andolong], hindi po,” kuwento Aniya, “Hindi ko talaga sila pinagdudahan. Kaya pag may nababasa pantay-pantay kaya happy ako na bnigyan nila ako ng opportunity na ni Tetchie sa ginanap na press kami sa dyaryo, natatawa kami. Sabi ko, ‘Ano ‘to, ano ‘to beh, ikaw ha.’ mapakita ko yung talent ko,” hulig pahayag niya. conference para sa Contessa. Sabi niya (Ronnie), ‘Baliw, baliw,’ gumaganun siya. “At saka ako, personally, alam kong close talaga sila ni Vice, kasi Dagdag pa niya, “Pagkatapos nagdi-dinner sila minsan pag nasa taping ako. Sobrang wala pong Loisa Andalio wins in Nickelodeon’s Kids magtrabaho, may iba akong mun- meaning sa akin yon.” do (laughs). Ayoko nung lahat na Inamin din ni Loisa na unang naging close sina Ronnie at Vice dahil Choice Awards lang showbiz. Gusto ko ‘yung pu- sa It’s Showtime at okey lang daw naman yon sa kanya. Loisa Andalio happily shared on Instagram that she won the punta ako sa trabaho, acting ako, Nagkaroon na ba sila ng tampuhan ni Ronnie? Favorite Pinoy Newbie award in this year’s Nickelodeon’s Kids chichika sa mga artista. Siniguro “Hindi pa naman po, kasi ano, alam naman namin na dito talaga sa Choice Awards. ko na I go to work, I get along mundo natin, trabaho, kailangang kumita ng pera kaya nagkakaintindi- In a clip where she received her trophy, she said, “Thank you with everyone, but after work, I han naman po kami. guys for voting for me. Thank you for all the effort and love “Happy ako kasi nabigyan kami ng , first time po and support. Mahal na mahal ko kayo, I love you all” then got TETCHIE namin na magkaeksena, na drama, comedy. Kasi di ba naging close soaked in Nickelodeon’s famous green slime. continued on page 9 kami ni Ronnie, hindi naman kami naging love team kaya naging close.

FIRST, California-based fashion designer Kenneth Barlis poses with FV Foods’ owner Mel Galeon. SECOND, Arielle Fina Abarazaldo and Peyton Garcia of PA Dayz poses with Mel Galeon. THIRD, PA Dayz’ Peyton Garcia and Arielle Fina Abrazaldo checks out the food at FV Foods Lawrence branch. RIGHT, FV Foods’ Mel Galeon poses with Enrique Gil. BELOW, FV Foods’ shows Quezon version of Laing (Pinangat).

FIRST, Laira Faye celebrates her 18th birthday with her friend. SECOND, The Panaligan sisters join Laira Faye on her debut. THIRD, Laira Faye and her family pose during her 18th birthday lunch at Dragon Pearl. FOURTH, Evie Poliarco (FAR RIGHT) joins Laira Faye on her 19th birthday. 14 2018 14 Julie Anne San Jose, ma- Nagkita na ang stars ng bagong musical romcom series ng Kapuso at comedienne na si Maey Bautista. Sa exlcusive interview ni Julie Anne with a lot of people. Kumbaga, hindi ko rin nalilimit ‘yung sarili ko kasi Network na ‘My Guitar Princess’. Sa Instagram post, present sa meet sa GMANetwork.com, nagkuwento ang dalaga na excited siya na may I get to work with everyone talaga. And it’s really nice lang kasi iba-iba saya na hindi natatali and greet nang cast sina Julie Anne San Jose, Kiko Estrada at Gil Cuerva mga bago siyang leading men na sina Kiko at Gil. Maganda daw ang ‘yung environment,” bilang mga lead stars ng soap. Bibida din ang singer/actress na si experience na marami siyang nakakatrabaho at hindi natatali sa iisang Abangan ang musika at kilig na handog ng ‘My Guitar Princess’ soon sa iisang love team Sheryl Cruz, Isabelle de Leon, Jazz Ocampo, One Up heartthrob Ralf King partner. Paliwanag ng Kapuso singer, “It’s nice noh that I get to work on GMA-7!

Jadine, goodbye to innocent image with ‘Never Not Love You’ PALABAS na ang inosente at easy going na kauna-unahang matured mga karakter at istorya film nina James Reid at na nagpasikat kina James Nadine Lustre na Never at Nadine sa kanilang Not Love You. Sa pelikula, blockbuster projects gaya dadaan sa matinding ng screen debut nilang pagsubok ang kanilang Diary ng Panget at mga carefree at reckless na relasyon si- mula primetime teleseryeng at nang magsanga ang kanilang mga On the Wings of Love. Base sa trending pangarap sa buhay at papaghiwalayin trailer na napapanood sa YouTube chan- FIRST, Banana-Q and Karioka are available at FV Foods Lawrence Ave. E. location. SECOND, Mamang Norie (standing) celebrates her birthday with family and friends. THIRD, Kim Mahistrado choreographs the PCCF ng personal choices ng bawat isa. But nel at iba pang social media platforms Miss Philippines contestants while FOURTH, Chollo Lagdameo choreographs LMPC 2017 Marianne Barcarse, and Little Miss contestants Kayla Dela Cruz, Samantha Esporas Sarmiento. in real life, ipinagmalaki nina James at ng VIVA, nagawa ni Direk Antoinette na Nadine na hindi naman similar sa takbo hugutin ang ilang raw emotions mula na si Mika Reyes. ng istorya ng kanilang movie ang status sa dalawa. THE GOOD SON’ MALAPIT NANG MAGTAPOS Ngayong magtatapos na ang “The Good Son,” magkakaibigang muli ang ng kanilang relationship. Hindi pa rin Sey pa nga ni James, medyo dating magkakarelasyon. daw sila nagkakaroon ng matatawag na nahirapan sila sa mga eksenang ini-es- MALAPIT nang magtapos sa ere ang primetime TV series na “The Good big fight talaga. Sa Never Not Love You tablish pa lang ’yung closeness niya sa Son” kung saan magkakasama ang dating magkakarelasyon na sina Joshua ay ginagampanan ni James ang papel karakter ni Nadine dahil very familiar Garcia at Loisa Andalio at sina Jerome Ponce at Liza defends self against bashers ni Gio, isang freelance graphic designer. na sila sa isa’t isa. Pero with the help of Elisse Joson. Kasama rin sa serye ang boyfriend LIZA Soberano was bashed for playing the role of a native maiden Si Nadine naman ay si Joanne na Direk Antoinette, natulungan daw siyang ngayon ni Elisse na si McCoy de Leon. called Ganda in “Bagani” when everyone knows she has an American isang management trainee sa isang ad maiarte nang tama ang mga eksena. Hindi ikinaila ng young actors ng “The mom and looks so mestiza. How does she react to this? agency/direct-selling company. Never Not Love You is produced Good Son” na sa simula umano ng kanilang pag- “I respect their opinion, but in my heart, I know I’m Filipino,” Pwedeng sabihin na ang Never by VIVA Films and Project 8 Corner San sasama ay may ilangang factor pero na-overcome Not Love You ay isang total departure sa Joaquin. umano nila ito eventually dahil kailangan nilang she says at the show’s thanksgiving presscon. maging professional sa kanilang trabaho. “Even if I’m only half Filipino, that doesn’t ALDEN & FAMILY WITHOUT MAINE May suspetsa kami na sinadya ito ng grupo na pinamumunuan ni make me less Filipino than the rest of MEANWHILE, heard that Alden Richards is planning to Deo Endrinal para maging maayos na ang samahan ng mga young actors us. Also, our directors and writers have bring his entire family to Dapitan, Zamboanga for a vacation involved and it worked naman to their favor. already explained that this is not based on a this Holy Week. By being away from the maddening crowd, Si Joshua, as everybody knows, ay boyfriend at ka-loveteam ngayon ng historical true story but is a work of fiction, a it is best time to plan for his next step. No, Maine Mendoza young star na si Julia Barretto. Sina Elisse at McCoy naman ang mag- fantaserye.” has other plans. So their fans can have other plans, too. kasintahan ngayon habang si Loisa ay girlfriend ngayon ni Ronnie Alonte. Start it now. Maybe that will help. Non-showbiz naman ang girlfriend ngayon ni Jerome, ang volleyball player ABOVE, Sisters Maria and Aubrey Panaligan celebrate their birthdays. JOEL & LEAH’S BABY SHOWER Joel and Leah (INSET BELOW) celebrated their baby shower with family and friends. Here are some photos of that get-together.

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See Harold for details **All vehicles are plus $10.00 omvic fee and HST, Licensing and $40.00 gas extra. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. PRICES MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. 15 2018 15 Kapuso star Gabbi Garcia on Kapamilya actress Julia Barretto: Pinay models barred from LA Fashion “One of the realest ones in the Week? Both Sides speak out Filipino designers, said it was he who industry...” decided to not push Sabi ng Sherlock Jr. actress, “To one of the through with the realest ones in the industry and in life. happy event, and that he had birthday, love @juliabarretto.” Rosete’s text messages Magkaklase sina Gabbi at Julia sa high to prove it. school. Mula noon, hindi nila napag-usapan “I can show this ang tungkol sa magkalabang istasyong kinabib- to everyone,” he said ilangan. in a phone interview Sabi pa ni Gabby, “partners in crime” sila ni with ABS-CBN News, Julia. referring to the text Pinatunayan nina Gabbi Garcia ng GMA-7 messages. “He clearly at Julia Barretto ng ABS-CBN na hindi balakid “Sabay kaming nag-cram para lang ma- ka-graduate kami kasi hectic sked, like, tinawid did not want any of ang kinabibilangang istasyon sa kanilang pag- the Filipino girls to kakaibigan. talaga namin just to graduate high school. Nag-summer pa nga kami para makabawas ng walk in the show.” No-network-war friendship. 2014 (L) poses with Jacob Meir (C), founder Meir added: “The load, e. Tapos sabay din kaming nag-end kasi of a fashion house in LA dedicated to Filipino designs, and Kiana Ito ang pinatunayan ng Kapuso actress na reason I cancelled the show is because my as- si Gabbi Garcia at ng Kapamilya actress na si nagpa-late kami, kasi nga yung sked namin Valenciano (R). Both Pinays allegedly experienced discrimination busy. over the weekend. PHOTO: Angeli Pangilinan sistant called me and told me that Erik Rosete Julia Barretto. Nitong March 10, nag-celebrate is very adamant… he doesn’t want to let these ng kanyang ika-21 kaarawan si Julia. “So, ganun talaga. Kami talaga yung partners in crime nung high school,” pahayag ng Kapu- MANILA – Two key figures in the cancelled girls in.” Sa pamamagitan ng Instagram, binati siya ng “He (Rosete) said, ‘Call me, urgent. I’m try- matalik na kaibigang si Gabbi. so star. Fashion Week show featuring Filipina models gave their sides of the story ing to fix the situation.’ How is it possible that From the get-go, the statements of For the he will call me if he cancelled the show?” As for his so-called debt, Meir said: “I wasn’t Jasmine Curtis-Smith defends skinny look anew: ‘I am taking Stars Fashion House founder Jacob Meir and Art Hearts Fashion International president obligated with any money to Erik Rosete. If good care of my health’ Erik Rosete already rest on opposite ends of anything, we were invited to do the shows to Even after defending her thin physique on national television, Jasmine Curtis-Smith had to the scale. help him… If I owe him $100,000, would he reckon again with comments that she looked too skinny. Rosete claimed that he cancelled the event invite me to another show, and another show, The 23-year-old actress shared a photo from a magazine shoot where she stands in shallow – which included singer Kiana Valenciano – and another show? No.” waters while wearing a delicate dress and holding a surfboard. A @missvanessaheald observed, “You look too hella skinny. I don’t know if they photo- not because he did not like the idea of having shopped you or not. If not, please eat something – a concerned citizen.” Filipina models on the runway, but because NO WALKOUT? Curtis-Smith politely explained that her figure wasn’t unnatural, pointing out that a of Meir’s alleged debt amounting to “almost previous magazine cover proves this. “I have lost weight, yes but I’ve actually been this figure $100,000.” Meir and Rosete also had conflicting ver- before hehe.” sions of the incident, with the former claiming “Nasanay lang siguro tao na (maybe people got used to) chubby cheeks ako. My body is “This has nothing to do with race, color, or maturing and so are my features,” she said. gender,” Rosete, who produced the show, said that the Filipina models were left humiliated “Don’t be too concerned, I can assure that I am taking good care of my health,” she in an e-mail to ABS-CBN News. “This has to and in tears. added. do with the fact that Jacob Meir owes us close “They said they’ve never been so humiliated To further prove Curtis-Smith’s appetite, one @gringograss noted, “Takaw mo kaya (You in their life. They were in front of my assistant, eat so much).” to $100,000 for shows he has not paid for in On “Tonight with ” last December, the “Siargao” star admitted that the the past two years.” crying,” he said. “For the pageant girls, it’s the comments would get to her, especially when she was accused of being anorexic. She reasoned “I cancelled the show because he (Meir) did third incident with Erik Rosete that they were in previous exchanges with netizens that she had been doing household work on her own on not respect us as a production and was pocket- cast aside like they are not important and they top of her other activities. As celebrities have had to confront expectations of being thin, some have also been victim ing money on the side,” he added. NO PINOYS ADMITTED to “skinny-shaming.” Actress , who has also been accused of eating disorders and But Meir, who regularly hosts events for continued on page 26 being too thin, urged, “We should all learn to accept and appreciate different body types.”

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Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach aims to Ayon kay Pia, “I think lahat naman ng ginagawa ko is become an international movie star. “I think lahat helping me lead to that. naman ng ginagawa ko is helping me lead to “People might not see it right now but I’m gaining that,” she says, confidently beautiful as ever. experience with every project that I’m doing here. “Siyempre, international na. Yun ang next “Kahit na sabihin mong dito sa Pilipinas ‘yan, experi- na goal.” ence pa rin ‘yan. Ito ang sinabi ni Pia Wurtzbach nang tanungin “Real pa rin ‘yan, na madadala ko sa mga gusto kong tungkol sa mga pangarap pa niyang matupad i-pursue in the future.” kasunod ng pagiging Miss Universe 2015 at Sa huli, sinabi ni Pia, “I’ll focus on this first. I still feel 12TH pagkakaroon ng sariling pelikula. that there are a few more things that I would like to do. Hindi pa rin daw nawawala sa 28-year-old “A few more things that I’d like to try here.” beauty queen-actress ang dream niya na maging leading lady sa isang James Bond movie. IA “Hindi ko pa naman nakakalimutan that other big dream that Pia Wurtzbach rejects offer to do v I have. Big Brother U.S. “Hindi pa rin nawawala yung Bond girl, nakabantay nga ako I L dun, e. Pia Wurtzbach says she rejected the offer to be among the “Nakabantay ako sa Bond girl kasi alam ko may lalabas nang housemates of Big Brother U.S. edition, because it was the same time bago. they were shooting the movie My Perfect You, where she is paired “They’re really trying to experiment already with the cast, so it’s with Gerald Anderson. really different this time. Kinumpirma ni Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach na inalok si- “Even sina Esther [Swan, Miss Universe Organization manager], yang sumali sa Big Brother U.S. edition ngunit tinanggihan niya ito. IMG know that I really want something like that. “Yes, I was offered to do Big Brother also but it was around “If not that, something like that. the time that we were doing My Perfect You, so this [movie] is my “So we’ll see, we’ll see what we can do,” pahayag ni Pia, na tila priority.” sabik na sabik nang maabot ang pangarap niyang ito. Katambal niya sa pelikula si Gerald Anderson. Ibinahagi ni Pia na mapalad siya sa pagkakaroon ng isang BIG CHANGE NEEDED. Nabanggit ni Pia ang nakikita niyang supportive at maunawaing boyfriend na tulad ni Marlon Stockinger. balakid para maabot ang pagiging Bond girl. Aniya, “I’m very lucky because he lets me have my moment. Ayon sa kanya, “Right now, I’m signed with IMG as Miss Universe “Even nung nag-Miss Universe ako, he knows, like, to let me ambassador. shine. So I’m very happy.” “Ina-assign pa rin nila ako na meeting dito, meeting doon. Kuwento rin ni Pia, hindi man makakapunta sa premiere night “Usually ngayon, puro Miss Universe events ang in-attend-an ko ng My Perfect You ang boyfriend ay tiyak na manonood ito para kapag nasa U.S. o nasa ibang bansa. magbigay ng suporta sa kanya. “Lahat parating related sa Miss Universe.” “He’s going to watch in another time because he’s busy. Ito raw ang isa sa mga plano nilang baguhin para sa career path “He’s very supportive and I’m happy about that.” ni Pia abroad, lalo na sa Amerika. Hindi rin daw inilahad ni Pia kay Marlon ang buong plot ng Sabi ni Pia, “Tina-try namin na iba naman, na more celebrity or pelikula. more artista. “Hindi masyado kasi gusto ko pag pinanood na niya, saka lang “But the thing is, sabi rin nila, ‘It will take a while before people niya makikita. forget that you’re Miss Universe. You kinda have to repackage “Ayokong mag-spoil kasi nung kuwento.” yourself in order to be a new celebrity.’ Papuri naman ang sinabi ng beauty queen-actress kay Gerald at “Especially with how the crowning went also. sa direktor nilang si Cathy Garcia-Molina. “Medyo mahirap kalimutan ng mga taga-U.S. that I was that girl. Pahayag niya, “It was amazing working with them. “The thing is to repackage myself and forget that I was that Miss “Gerald makes everything easy because he’s very approachable, CONTACT Universe. he’s such a gentleman. “Weird, di ba? Dito, it works in my favor, doon hindi. “Now I understand why marami siyang nakaka-leading lady, Philip Beloso “So we’re still trying to get that balance. It will take time; [with] only good things to say about him because he is really good. pm [email protected] hopefully, we’ll get there.” e “Si Direk Cathy, she’s one of the best people na I ever worked 8 647.267.9649 with. FOCUS ON LOCAL CAREER. Habang naghihintay ng oportunidad, O facebook.com/fili pinocentretoronto “Tough love minsan pero it’s [with] good intention and to make gustong pagtuunan ng pansin ni Pia ang kanyang career sa local @filipinocentretoronto.com the movie perfect.” showbiz. � Ngayong nasimulan na niyang gumawa ng pelikula, bukas ba Sa katunayan, nagpapasalamat si Pia dahil nabigyan siya ng siyang gumawa ng teleserye? pagkakataong ipagpatuloy ang pangarap niyang maging artista. Sagot ni Pia, “I don’t have time to do teleserye at the moment @ HOOPDOME : MAY 18, 19 & 20, 2018 Pagkatapos ng The Revengers Squad, magiging lead actress because the schedule is really busy.” naman si Pia sa romantic-comedy movie kasama si Gerald Anderson, ang My Perfect You, na magsisimulang ipalabas ngayong linggo. 17 2018 17 GMA brings love and kilig to weekday mornings via ANG FOREVER KO’Y IKAW Weekday mornings with the whole family portraying character roles in his previous forward to be working with Camille and Neil will be more exciting as GMA Network brings shows. because he knows he is going to learn a lot to light a romantic-comedy series that both “Nakakapanibago. Challenge siya for me from them. parents and kids can enjoy with the launch of kasi sobrang iba talaga yung role ko rito. “Napapanood ko na kasi sila before and I Ang Forever Ko’y Ikaw. Unlike kapag kontrabida ka iba yung pag am really amazed at how they both are great This program is headlined by - deliver mo ng lines. Dapat palaging mabigat. in acting—mapa-intense man yung eksena or Yambao and Neil Ryan Sese together with Ayra Dito, I need to tone it down talaga,” he said. light lang. Kaya ako, excited ako to work with Mariano and Bruno Gabriel. But what if the two would never meet? them kasi we are going to learn new things Ang Forever Ko’y Ikaw revolves around the Would they still be able to find their way back talaga,” the Kapuso heartthrob said. lives of Ginny played by Camille and Lance to love? What if, along the way, Benjie and Marione portrayed by Neil: two single parents who are The story also highlights their journey as would soon develop feelings for each other? still both attached to their past but are hoping single parents including the challenges and Can this be a start of something new? Aicelle Santos to somehow get a new chance at love. Their accomplishments they encounter as they take With this, whose love story will push lives are almost intertwined since they live in care of their children Marione portrayed by through? Will it be Lance and Ginny? Or will it prepares for Miss the same condo; have the same taste in coffee; Ayra and Benjie played by Bruno. be Marione and Benjie? Or will it be both? and they even follow each other’s ‘alter-ego’ Ayra plays the daughter of Ginny. The Joining them in this series are Cai Cortez as accounts online. Kapuso actress said she’s grateful to Doc Issa, Ginny’s best friend; Archie Alemania Saigon’s UK tour Camille said she loves how the GMA for entrusting her this project as Maoy, Lance’s naughty friend; 34th PMPC show instils its message to the and is equally happy to be working Star Awards Movie Supporting Actress of the Naghahanda na ang Kapuso singer-actress viewers when it comes to love. again with Bruno. Year Ms. Odette Khan as Taneneng, Ginny’s na si Aicelle Santos para sa kanyang pagganap “You know I think the really “I am very thankful sa mother-in-law; Jude Paolo Diangson as Gino, bilang Gigi Van Tranh sa UK tour ng Miss good part about this show is Network na binigyan kami Ginny’s youngest child. Saigon. yung message nila tungkol sa ng chance na ipakita ‘yung This newest Kapuso series is under the helm Bago pa man lumipad papuntang UK, na- love and how it will kakayahan namin. At the of Creative Director Caesar Cosme with Joseph kasama niya sa rehearsal ang choreographer at tell us that love finds same time, excited ako Balboa as the Headwriter, directed by Tata dating Filipino cast member ng Miss Saigon na you. And that you kasi magkatrabaho na Betita and Jojo Nones. si Arnold Trinidad. don’t really have to naman kami ni Bruno. Witness these feel-good and kilig love Isang malaking hamon para kay Aicelle ang find it. Kasi darating Very comfortable na stories in “Ang Forever Ko’y Ikaw” beginning pagganap sa coveted role dahil kailangan niya ‘yan sa’yo at the right kami sa isa’t isa kaya March 12 on GMA’s flagship international ring magsuot ng bikini rito. time and right place,” I know this project is channel, GMA Pinoy TV. “Physically I need to prepare dahil kailangan the Kapuso actress going to be amazing,” Kapuso viewers from across the globe can nating magsuot ng sexy doon. I need to watch said. she said. also catch their favorite Kapuso shows via Miss Saigon, and kailangan ko siguro mang- On the other hand, Meanwhile, Bruno is GMA’s international channels GMA Pinoy hingi ng payo mula sa aking nanay at tatay, Neil shared that he is Lance’s only son in the TV, GMA Life TV, and GMA News TV Isay and Robert Seña,” saad niya sa panayam ni still adjusting to his series who supports his International. For the program guide, visit Lhar Santiago sa 24 Oras. new role as Lance dad’s ordeals. Bruno www.gmapinoytv.com. as he was used to said he is looking Nadine Lustre will be launch- ing Lustrous, her makeup Hanggang Saan: A teleserye like no other line, this summer. It’s in KAPAMILYA DAY - Its first “Hanggang Saan is underrated. the man after all, but instead went straight into episode is enough to hook anyone The plot solely being moved by fe- an image of the Virgin Mary — a solid proof that collaboration with leading who is up for action and mystery. male characters deserves praises. The she is innocent. But Jacob, who turns out to be the Australian cosmetic brand BYS. Imagine yourself being in the all-lady investigation circle is a gem,” mastermind behind Edward’s death, will not stop shoes of the protagonist Sonya @KhayriRRW tweeted. from inflicting harm on Sonya’s life. The actress says that each run (), a mother whose “As much as we love women in Can Sonya still brave all the forthcoming danger son Paco () was on a tense catfight, it is so much more for her family? Up to what extent can she sacrifice will be available for a limited the verge of death. As time started wonderful and empowering to see for her sons? Viewers can tune in to the show to time. (For updates, follow @ to run out, you met a troubled them united. Georgette x Anna. Jean follow the next turn of events. man who asked you to shoot him x Sonya. #HSInosente,” avid fan @ Viewers can relate to the protaganists in the BYSPhilippines on Facebook.) in exchange of money enough to pay for your nagiisangjmar said. teleserye. In many ways, they could relate to the son’s hospital bills and save his life. Would you or Despite being recognized for its innovative plot principal character’s love for family — a Filipino As Coco Chanel once said, wouldn’t you pull the trigger? and ingenious storytelling, Hanggang Saan’s main value that is highlighted in the Kapamilya series. “When you’re feeling sad, add Among today’s plethora of revenge dramas, driver is still the Filipino family, espousing values romantic comedies and tearjerkers on TV, ABS- and traditions of a typical Pinoy household daily. more lipstick and attack.” CBN’s Hanggang Saan stands out as a smart crime Its lead character Sonya is a reflection of an Joshua Garcia explains why he and mystery drama that draws viewers to what it ordinary Filipino mother — a woman who is ready is more open to ‘PDA’ than Julia really is about — family. to risk her own life just to keep her family safe and Those who are not fond of watching teleseryes intact. She also singlehandedly raised her two sons Barretto should start with Hanggang Saan. It’s not their and works hard to give them a bright future and usual soap opera, and greatly deviates from the taking odd jobs to make ends meet. Paulit-ulit sinabi ni Julia Barretto na proud siya MEGAN AT MIKAEL realms of rom-com and heavy drama. Her nemesis Jean (Teresa Loyzaga) might be sa kanyang rumoured boyfriend na si Joshua Gar- How the show provokes questions about mo- filled with hatred — a consequence of her ex-hus- cia. “I’m so proud because I know how passionate NATAKOT MAGKATRA- rality sets apart Hanggang Saan from its contem- band’s murder. Just like Sonya, she will protect he is sa craft niya. Alam ko kung how much he poraries. Not to mention the powerful portrayal her family at all cost and will not settle for less, works hard for what he has now. Kaya I’m so glad of the mother-son tandem of Sylvia and Arjo, who especially when it comes to her daughter. na na-appreciate siya, nare-recognize.” BAHO both have proven their mettle in acting. On the other hand, Paco can already be consid- Nang tanungin kung ano ang nagbago kay A quick scan of the comments on social media ered a family man at such a young age. He helps Joshua, sinabi ni Julia na, “si Josh, he has remained SEVEN years nang magkasintahan ang kauna-una- will also tell you just how viewers are in awe of the his Nanay Sonya provide for their family and takes very humble, he has kept his feet on the ground hang Miss World na si at ang kanyang show’s narrative and its progressive storytelling. care of his younger brother Domeng (Yves Flores). despite all the achievements. But what has kapwa Kapuso actor na si Mikael Daez na magkatra- “Hanggang Saan is a serye like no other. I Now a lawyer, Paco takes on the case of her own changed? Siguro yung confidence niya sa sarili baho for the very first time sa panghapong serye, ang niya. Not in a bad way ha, in a very good way. haven’t seen any Pinoy drama that makes viewers mother and devotes his vocation to prove Sonya’s “The Stepdaughters”. really think. It is also not predictable and most innocence. Yung tiwala niya sa sarili niya, yung love niya sa sarili niya. At saka mas naging passionate pa siya Mas ganado ang mag-sweetheart na magkatrabaho especially logical. This is an upgrade to what ABS- She might come off as feisty and liberated, but dahil bukod sa regular silang nagkikita sa taping ng CBN offers to its audiences,” said Twitter user @ Anna () is an endearing daughter to sa craft.” serye, they have more time to bond at pareho silang powra_. her mother Jean. She never left her mother’s side, Pero totoo nga ba na mas sweet si Joshua kay “There is no perfect family nor perfect parents especially during the tragic death of her father Julia? Ayon kay Julia, “okay we’re both sweet. supportive sa kanilang respective roles. but there is unconditional love. A love of a mother Edward. The love she has for her family also moti- He’s more sweet but. Ako kasi ayaw ko naman ng Hindi ikinakaila ng magkasintahan na natakot din can do everything for our safety and our own sake. vates her to cull more pieces of evidence that will masyadong PDA, di ba may right time and place sila na magkasama sa trabaho dahil baka raw mag- #HSisINAkdal,” said @chrisardimer. help her find the real killer of her father, even if it for everything?” away sila at mag-suffer ang kanilang work. Aside from its out-of-the-box plot, others also means putting her life in danger. Hindi naman ganun si Joshua dahil para sa But so far ay lalo lamang umano nakabuti sa kanil- binata, ipapakita niya ang pagmamahal niya kay commend how the show empowers women, with As their battle for justice continues, Sonya ang dalawa ang pagiging co-stars ng isang serye. female characters in the series playing vital parts has finally been acquitted. It was proven that the Julia nasaan man sila. “Hindi ako. Basta nararam- in the narrative. bullet she fired the night Edward died did not hit daman ko.” 18 2018 18 Jay-R: Guilty or innocent?

was single at that time so…” Will Tony Labrusca play FOR SALE leading man to Liza So- Epson Multimedia Projector berano in Darna?

Is Tony Labrusca the leading man of Liza $500.00 Soberano in Darna? Mississauga, ON L5W1P9(View Map) Netizens have been guessing that the former Pinoy Boyband Superstar finalist will be part of Darna. Description: Excellent condition! Speculations arose when director Erik Matti posted a photo on his Twitter account. Comes with carrying case, remote con- The picture showed Liza and Erik Matti trol, VGA cables, power cable, and the meeting with the staff of Darna, along with a guy wearing a white shirt who was sitting manuals. beside Liza, and whose head was covered Only 86 hours of usage. Projector’s lamp with an emoji. AI AI de las Alas with her new talent, the rap group Ex-Battalion. A lot of netizens replied to Matti’s Twitter life is rated at 4,000 hours. post, guessing that Tony is the guy in the It has native resolution of 1280 x 800 What makes a man sexy? Some say a sexy man white shirt. must have a flat, toned abs while others insist that When we asked Tony if he will be part of pixels and up to 1600 x 1200. clear colors having a smart mind is enough to be considered Darna the movie, the La Luna Sangre actor making it a great projector for home the- sexy. But somebody once said that a sexy man is did not confirm or deny anything. one who is confident about his body and mind. However, the 19-year-old Star Magic tal- ater or business purposes. One best explanation came from Jay-R when ent admitted that he’ll be happy to work with

he guested on Tonight With Boy Abunda a few Liza and her love team partner, Enrique Gil. Best Offer will be entertained! nights ago. Considered as one of the sexiest He said, “If I was given the chance to work men in showbiz, Jay-R said that a sexy man is a with Liza or LizQuen, that would just be an gentleman. amazing opportunity. “A sexy man, yes, he has to be very confident “It would be a huge blessing na makakat- but he need not necessarily be good-looking or ulong talaga sa career ko and makakatulong rich, dapat ‘yung mabait na tao,” emphasized sa akin bilang entertainer as an actor, mara- Jay-R who also believes that one can be very sexy mi pa akong matutunan sa kanila.” even without the abs. Entertainment reporters spoke to Tony Of course, his gift of making good music is the after the press launch of 2018 Star Magic foremost reason of his lasting stay in the industry. Circle, where Tony was introduced as part of His latest album, Kamusta Ka, allows music fans Star Magic’s new roster of talents. to experience his new approach to making music. According to Tony, he already met Liza “I’m so excited about this album because once when he visited his co-manager during not many people are buying CDs anymore so I a training for Bagani, where Liza plays the thought of making an MP3 player instead. What’s leading lady. good here aside from the music is that it comes “Si Kuya Mario kasi, may alaga din kasi Call with headphones, it comes with a USB cable so siya na nagte-training for Bagani, so napun- you can access the exclusive files. ta po ako sa training nila and doon ko po Jay-R also reminisced on his early days in the nakilala si Liza. Hello lang.” Nathaniel for details music scene with Kyla as partner. He admitted Tony gave his observations about the to have had felt that Kyla was his perfect match Darna lead actress: 647 - 713 - 2014 that time. “When it comes to music, we’re really “She’s a very sweet person, she’s very a perfect match but I respect Kyla so much. I respectable, even though she’s a big artist, had a girlfriend that time and ayoko naman siya she always has a smile on her face and very ligawan just for the sake of our love team.” pleasant to everybody. Fast forward to this day, Jay-R has a “She doesn’t walk the hallways acting like smooth-sailing romantic relationship with she owns the building and I think that’s what GirlTrends member Mica Javier. The two just I really appreciate about her. celebrated their five years of togetherness. Jay-R “You just see that in a person and you 12TH revealed that they’ve been talking about marriage hear that in the stories, e. but he is in no rush to marry her and has an “I don’t think anybody has ever said that absolutely good reason behind it. Liza’s such a mean person. Whenever people “Mica is on the rise now. She’s so much into IA talk about Liza, it’s always something posi- v her acting, into her music that I really want her tive, so that’s just nice.” pursue her dreams first and I don’t wanna be a I L factor to drag her down. I don’t want her to give any pressure. Gusto ko yung mga pangarap n’ya matupad muna.” Sanya Lopez says no to Meanwhile, Jay-R gamely revealed some of his unforgettable moments in Sinong Guilty o Beauty Pageants Innocent. Are you innocent or guilty? Napaalis sa isang Despite encouraging words bar or club. from people, Sanya Lopez nix- “Guilty. There was this time in the beginning es the possibility of joining a of my career na parang I was getting a lot of hate. beauty contest in the near Maraming nagsasabi na ang yabang-yabang ko and we were in a bar one time and there’s this future. “Many have guy na sinusugod ako na ang yabang-yabang ko enticed me to join Bb. daw at wala akong ginagawa. Syempre I kinda got Pilipinas or Ms. World tired of it already so I confronted him.” Philippines but as of Nagsinungaling para protektahan ang kaibigan sa girlfriend. now, my answer is negative. I “Whew! I’m not gonna say who but I’m guilty, feel I’m not yet ready to join. I’m just 21. May- hahaha.” be if I’m already 24 or 25, I might consider,” Nakipag-date sa ex ng kaibigan. she avers. As of now, the lovely star wants to “Innocent. No way, hindi pwede yun.” concentrate on her acting career. Followed or spied on a girlfriend. “Yes, I’m guilty. Si Mica, I stalked her.” “That’s right! I want to further improve my

Umalis ng bahay ng walang underwear. craft. Then, if I’m already established in my “Guilty. I’m not wearing an underwear right showbiz career, I can set my attention to beauty now, hahaha. Naglilipat kami at hindi pa tapos pageants.” CONTACT yung washer and dryer so…hahaha.” Nag-send ng nude selfie. Speaking of her acting career, Sanya is sad Philip Beloso “Guilty. I sent one to Mica, wala lang close that after seven months, her top-rating after- pm [email protected] na kasi kami so I sent one just to throw a little e noon drama series Haplos recently bid farewell. 647.267.9649 spice in a relationship so a little pwet right here, 8 “I miss everyone in the show. From my co- facebook.com/fili pinocentretoronto hahaha.” O stars to Direk Gil Tejada, Jr. We’re like family @filipinocentretoronto.com Nakipagtalik sa isang pampublikong lugar. � “Guilty. There was this club at The Fort before there. But we’re happy that the show’s rating and in the dark spot I was making out. The girl was high until the last episode,” she says. was a little bit aggressive that I couldn’t say no. I @ HOOPDOME : MAY 18, 19 & 20, 2018

19 2018 19 at Cristina `Kring-Kring’ Gonzales-Romualdez na si Karaoke no more? Sofia Gonzales (Romualdez) dahil sa nalalapit na launch Lawmakers tackle proposed bill ng kanyang bagong single na pinamagatang “Thinkin’ limiting late night sing-alongs of U” na siya rin mismo ang nag-compose. Ito MANILA - Filipinos may soon have to say goodbye bale ang second single ni Sofia after her debut single to late night sing-alongs. dismisses competition na pinamagatang “Pikit Lawmakers at the House of Mata” composed by Nica Representatives have begun dis- del Rosario na umani ng with Vice Ganda positive feedback sa mga cussing a bill that aims to limit the use of karaoke or videoke Anne Curtis does not mind if she and Vice netizen na nagbigay ng malisya sa listeners. Sofia is currently preparing machines and other sound-am- Ganda own competing cosmetic brands. She larawan niya kasama ang isang non- says, “If you look into the make-up kit of one for her debut album under plifying equipment that cause showbiz girl. Viva Records na karamihan ng unnecessary disturbance in girl, it doesn’t have only one brand. It has all Sa larawan ay makikitang selections ay siya mismo ang residential areas. different brands. It goes to show that there is nakatawa si Matteo habang buhat nag-compose. room for everyone.” sa kanyang balikat ang isang hindi Nakikipag-collaborate din House Bill No. 1035, filed by Quezon Rep. Helen Nilinaw ni Anne Curtis na walang kilalang babae. siya sa kapwa nya Viva artists na Tan, aims to limit the use of sing-along machines anumang kumpetisyon sa kanilang dalawa ni Ibinahagi ni Matteo sa sina James Reid, Nadine Lustre and other loud musical instruments from 8 a.m. to Vice Ganda. kanyang Instagram story kamakailan. at Bret Jakson pagdating sa 10 p.m. Pareho kasing nagtayo ng kani-kanilang ang blk boutique ay noon Isang Twitter user—na may handle music arrangements. “One major source of noise [in] residential areas cosmetic line ang dalawang It’s Showtime lamang March 24. name na @rushgreys—ang umalma sa Bukod sa pagku-compose at in the country is caused by the use of videoke/ hosts—si Anne ay may blk cosmetics pakikipaglapit ni Matteo sa ibang babae. singing, isa rin ngayon si Sofia karaoke systems,” Tan said in the explanatory note samantalang si Vice ay may VICE cosmetics. Matteo Guidicelli blasts Ito ay sa kadahilanang hindi umano ito sa bagong VJs ng OPM TV. of her bill. Halos sabay nila itong ini-launch noong nakakabuti sa relasyon nila ng girlfriend She is not also discounting the September 2017. netizen accusing him of “Everywhere in the Philippines, many local resi- na si Sarah Geronimo. possibility na pasukin din niya dents or groups are accustomed [to] utilizing public Pareho ring TriNoma ang napili nilang flirting with another girl ang acting someday pero sa streets or roadsides to gain wider area for a private lugar para sa unang shop ng kani-kanilang Matteo Guidicelli hits netizens SOFIA MAY ngayon ay gusto muna niyang produkto. questioning his commitment to his BAGONG SINGLE mag-focus sa kanyang singing activity or function, often making use of videoke/ Ang pop-up store ng VICE cosmetics ay girlfriend Sarah Geronimo. EXCITED ang 18-year-old career. karaoke systems, amplified audio devices sheltered binuksan noong October 2017, samantalang Kinastigo ni Matteo Guidicelli ang daughter ng mag-asawang Alfred on collapsible tents as a form of amusement, recre- ation or for a private audience,” she added. Tan also cited several negative effects of noise WINWYN TRIES such as hypertension, loss of efficiency at work, and Attention-calling gambits reduced creativity and learning. COMEDY “Hindi pa po kasama dito ang mga buhay na Anne Curtis has her own TV-film outings are choice, so her nasayang dahil sa pamatay na kantang ‘My Way’,” WYNWYN Marquez was last attention-calling gambit going this burgeoning fan base is eager to see Tan said at a committee hearing. night’s special guest on GMA7’s season—her first action-drama starrer, what beauties and bounties she has Violators of the proposed measure would be . She joined gags which Erik Matti’s “BuyBust.” whipped up for their delectation in slapped with a P1,000 fine and/or imprisonment of has something to do with gradua- Giving the project even bigger “Kasal.” not more than 6 months. tion. Winwyn wants to prove that “buzz” is the fact that Anne’s costar Companies found violating the said measure she could switch from one genre to is no less than Fil-Am action star Fans are also eager to see how the could also lose their business license and have their another. Brandon Vera. thespic square-off between Paulo and officers held liable. Meanwhile on Bubble Gang, Action is also Liza Soberano’s Derek will turn out. Michael V played father and son The bill has been forwarded by the House chosen way this year to raise the Earlier this year, the move for Committee on Public Order and Safety to a technical discussing about his personal devel- excitement level of her own career—by way of the two leading men instead of one was initially made opment. In the segment, Mukhang working group. latest “Darna” cinematic caper, as well as the new by Jodie Sta. Maria’s new rom-com series, “Sana Mahirap, Betong Sumaya as George During discussions on the proposed measure, a action-drama TV series, “Bagani.” Dalawa ang Puso,” with and Richard tried to keep up with richer friends’ lawmaker suggested the use of a decibel meter in Yap competing for her love, to great effect. lifestyle. In Holdapan sa CR, a man Fans of Bea Alonzo are similarly looking forward classifying whether the noise is disturbing. was robbed inside the comfort room to her recently announced film starrer, “Kasal,” So, Bea’s follow-up “quandary” in “Kasal” “Sound is subjective. ‘Yung ingay sa ibang tao di and how funny it could have become. with and Paulo Avelino as the two should make for similarly diverting and involving maingay sa iba. Ang suggestion ko lang dito, let us More gags and sketches are in store swains vying for her hand in marriage. viewing. require decibel meters or decibel measurements,” for Bubble Gang’s viewers every Fri- Bea scrupulously makes sure that all of her A sign of more “triangular” casting combina- Negros Oriental Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr. said. day night. tions to come for TV-film year 2018?

Ryza gets acting plum in Tokyo year, LJ Reyes was also named Best in Portugal. Pancho Magno, Rocco Nacino kasama sina Actress at the Pacific Meridian Film With Ryza’s international recognition added Patricia Javier, Emilio Garcia, , Festival in Vladivostok, Russia for on the impressive list of achievers, The Ideafirst , , Lito Legas- her role as a feisty rebel woman in Company continues its commitment to not pi, Kim Rodriguez at iba pa. “Anino sa Likod ng Buwan”. only produce quality entertainment, but also Since walang TV network contract si Fran- And in 2016, ’ seeks to empower and bring out the best in cine, siyang magtrabaho sa bakuran ng breakthrough role in “” the creative and performing artists that get the ABS-CBN at GMA. as the ill-fated gay pageant contes- chance to work on their projects. tant won him the country’s first Best Actor award at the Tokyo Interna- Christopher Roxas, ipinag- tional Film Festival and the Kerala Best friends from 3 networks International Film Festival in India. Kung ang mag-best friends na sina Angelica Pan- mamalaking faithful sa asawang ganiban at ang tatanungin, walang Ryza with director Sigrid Andrea Bernardo Now, it’s Ryza’s turn to bring si home the bacon with her powerful perfor- network war sa kanilang dalawa kahit pa kabilang silang dalawa sa magkalabang TV network. WHAT does Ryza Cenon now have in com- mance as the deserted young wife who goes Maipagmamalaki ni Christopher Roxas na faith- on a soul-searching trip to Palawan in “Mr. & Ito rin ang nangyayari ngayon sa dating high school ful siya kay Gladys Reyes mula nang ikasal sila. Ni mon with , , Eugene classmates at best friends na sina Julia Barretto at Domingo, LJ Reyes and Paolo Ballesteros? She Mrs. Cruz”. Ryza joins a stellar list of Filipino minsan, hindi raw siya nagpadala sa tukso. Gabbi Garcia na nasa magkabilang TV station din, ang Naranasan ni Christopher na makatanggap ng has just joined the roster of first rate actors performers who have won international ac- claim for the Philippines by bringing home the una sa ABS-CBN, ang huli, sa GMA7. indecent proposal noong kasal na sila ni Gladys. who shone brighter through their projects Hindi mahaharangan ng network rivalry ang Pero hindi niya kinagat ang tempting offer dahil and won an international acting award with Yakushi Pearl Award for Best Performer at the Osaka Asian Film Festival. pagkakaibigan nina Angelica at Glaiza ganundin sina hindi nito matutumbasan ang kanyang wagas na prestigious movies they did for Directors Jun Julia at Gabbi. pagmamahal sa asawa at mga anak. Robles Lana and Perci Intalan’s The Ideafirst “Woohoo! Ganito pala ang feeling. Hindi Inamin naman ni Gladys na minsan nang du- Company. ako makapaniwalang nakuha ko ang Perlas maan sa pagsubok ang relasyon nila ni Christopher. First in 2012 was Eddie Garcia, whose para sa Pilipinas!” exclaimed Ryza who was Francine nakabuo ng ibang Pero kakulangan sa oras para sa isa’t isa ang ugat, touching performance as a dying gay man in there to Personally accept her trophy. “Mabu- hindi dahil may third party na sangkot. “Bwakaw” won several Best Actor trophies, hay ang pelikulang Pilipino! I’ve won best pamilya Shout out: Responsible husband and father at including awards at the Asian Film Festival and supporting actress on TV, but this is my first MASAYA ang singer-actress-entrepreneur good provider sa pamilya si Christopher. Hindi siya nag-iilusyon na big star, pero nagpa- the Asia Pacific Film Festival. In 2013, Eugene award for film at sa isa pang international film- na si Francine Prieto dahil nagtapos ang fest. I’d like to thank IdeaFirst and Direk Sigrid kanyang kinabilangang afternoon TV series pasalamat si Christopher dahil hindi siya nawawalan Domingo followed this with her acclaimed ng mga movie project. performance as an empowered woman in Bernardo for this unexpected honor. Thank na “Haplos” ng GMA na consistently rating you very much!” mula sa pagsisimula nito nung July 10, 2017 Maganda rin ang mga feedback sa Estela, ang “Barber’s Tales” that won the Philippines’ first restaurant business nila ng kanyang mga business Best Actress trophy at the Tokyo International Directed by one of The Ideafirst Company’s hanggang sa pagtatapos nito nung nakaraang partner sa Sta.Lucia East Grand Mall sa Cainta, Film Festival. creative artists Sigrid Andrea Bernardo, the February 23, 2018. Rizal. In 2015, Superstar Nora Aunor’s perfor- film is Ryza’s second time to work with The Ayon kay Francine, nakabuo sila ng isang Inirerekomenda ni Christopher sa lahat na mance as the beleaguered heroine in “Demen- Ideafirst Company. Her first film with the `pamilya’ sa bumubuo ng “Haplos” na tumagal panoorin ang Cry No Fear na tinatampukan niya at tia” added a Best Actress in a Foreign Language company, “Ang sa Unit 23B” sa ere ng mahigit pitong buwan. Mula sa direk- may playdate sa April 18 dahil isa raw ito sa pinaka- Film Award at the St Tropez International directed by Prime Cruz, has also won acclaim siyon ni Gil Tejada, ang “Haplos” ay tinam- magandang suspense-thriller movie ng direktor na si Richard Somes. Film Festival to her collection of trophies. That and has been invited to festivals in Poland and pukan din nina Sanya Lopez, Thea Tolentino, 20 2018 20 Kapuso stars share excitement to party with Pinoys abroad

pa tapos dalawang countries pa mapupuntahan namin. Excited ako kasi kahit pagod kami sa trip, sobrang sarap naman sa pakiramdam na magkasundo kayong lahat,” she revealed. Kapuso Premier Drama Actress Lovi Poe, on the other hand, recalled her favorite part of the show with the Kapuso abroad. “Isa sa mga pabori- to kong part ng show last year ‘yung nag-share sila ng kwento nila on stage and then kinantahan namin sila ng songs na bumabagay sa buhay nila. Pinaghandaan namin ito and we really hope we were able to bring a piece of home to them.” Pambansang Bae Alden Rich- GMA Network’s biggest stars , ards, who gladly expressed being back in the cast Jennylyn Mercado, Lovi Poe, Alden Richards, together with his fellow Kapuso artists, said that Betong Sumaya and are thrilled he is looking forward to spend time with his fellow to bring all-out entertainment to Pinoys in the US Pinoys once again following the success of their and Canada as they prepare for their back-to-back first show last year. “Nakaka-miss din na makasa- ‘Sikat Ka, Kapuso!’ shows this coming April. ma sila ulit para sa second leg ng Sikat Ka, Kapuso! The all-star cast are busy rehearsing for their and ito ‘yung chance na mapasaya ang mga Kapuso special performances dedicated to our Kapuso natin,” said Alden. abroad. Following the successful West Coast leg “Marami kaming papasayahin ngayong April last year, GMA Pinoy TV heads to the East Coast kaya abangan nila ang bagong pasabog na ipapakita to hold back-to-back Sikat Ka, Kapuso! shows ng Sikat Ka, Kapuso! team,” said Kapuso comedian on April 7 at the Newark Symphony Hall in New Betong Sumaya who also encourages the Kapuso Jersey, USA and April 8 at the Sony Centre for abroad to watch out for their upcoming shows. Performing Arts in Toronto, Canada. “Ngayon kasama namin si Sir Dingdong so ibang Kapuso Drama King Dennis Trillo highlight- flavor naman this time, and mas maraming inter- ed that their main goal is to make the show as action ngayon sa audience,” he added. intimate as possible despite the size of the venue. The latest addition to the cast, Kapuso Prime- “Kahit isa siyang malaking show na punong puno time King Dingdong Dantes, said that it is a ng malalaking artista, nagre-reach out talaga kami privilege for him as an actor to perform for the sa audience kasi mas masarap yung feeling na Filipino audience abroad. “Although we do not nalalapitan mo sila, at may personal experience ang usually sing and dance on screen, we hope to bring bawat isa sa kanila dahil sila ‘yung totoong bida sa the Philippines closer to them through our music show,” he added. and shows.” Ultimate Star Jennylyn Mercado also shared For ticket inquiries, contact 1-917-858-2356 how much she enjoyed last year’s Sikat Ka, Kapuso! for Sikat Ka, Kapuso! New Jersey and 1-866-7KA- in California and how she wants to experience PUSO for Sikat Ka, Kapuso! Toronto. For more WANTED the same fun with the group again. “Nung sa una updates, follow GMA Pinoy TV on Facebook, naming pinuntahan, sobrang saya kasi nag-enjoy DENTAL ASSISTANT / RECEPTIONIST talaga ‘yung buong grupo so ine-expect namin na Twitter and Instagram. this time, mas masaya kasi nadagdagan kami ng isa

KZ, pasok sa wild card ng ‘Singer 2018’

Matapos ma-eliminate last week, muling kanilang mga tagahanga. napanood si KZ Tandingan sa episode 10 “I never got to thank you enough, @ ng Singer 2018 in China last Friday para sa migueltan-felix_ for what you did for me on kanyang my 18th. 12TH farewell per- “To My formance. person, My She annoying mon- IA performed key. Thank you v a Manda- for making me rin version happy. Thank I L of Charlie you for con- Puth’s See stantly making You Again me smile. For at tila ito putting so much nga rin ang effort in doing even the most annoying things nais niyang iparating na mensahe sa lahat just to make me laugh. ng viewers dahil kahapon, inanunsyo na ng “I know I get pikon often because you Cornerstone Entertainment that KZ will be annoy me every time... but please know that I back around April. am looking forward to receiving more dozens “Watch KZ Tandingan perform her farewell of roses from you, painting colors on the song See You Again. Two weeks from now, plain white canvases of life with you, end- KZ will be back for the “Breakout” episode of lessly absorbing energy from my energy boy, the show -- the wildcard round -- last chance cooking food with you ( kahit na taga open for KZ to get into the final of the compe- and close ka lang ng lutuan and taga mix ng tition,” ang post ng management ni KZ sa sahog ), capturing infinity crazy moments Facebook. together, shopping for outfits with you, and, Puring-puri naman si KZ ng mga netizen of course, travelling around the world na ikaw sa lahat ng performances niya sa nasabing ang kasama,” ang hearfelt message ni Bianca kumpetisyon kaya positibo naman sila na for Miguel sa kanyang Instagram. makakapasok talaga ulit ang singer. Matatandaang sa nakaraang 18th birth-

In fairness, hindi na-man talaga biro ang day party ni Bianca, kamakailan ay pormal world class performances na ipinakikita ni na nagpaalam si Miguel sa lola ng young KZ sa Singer 2018 at kung mayroon mang actress kung pwede na niya itong ligawan. CONTACT deserving manalo, siya talaga ’yun. Siya lang Bukod dito, niregaluhan ni Miguel si Bi- at wala nang iba, period. anca ng trip to na siyempre ay kasama Philip Beloso siya pati na ang ilang mga relatives at kaibigan e pm [email protected] ng young actress. Ang touching ng moment 8 647.267.9649 Bianca posts kilig note to Miguel facebook.com/fili pinocentretoronto na napaiyak ang dalaga at nagyakap sila nang O @filipinocentretoronto.com mahigpit ng young actor. Ang sweet ng “thank you post” ni Bianca � Umali para sa kanyang ka-loveteam na si Ang sweet nga naman talaga ni Miguel. Miguel Tanfelix. Tinawag niyang “my person” Deserving naman talaga na bigyan ng thank @ HOOPDOME : MAY 18, 19 & 20, 2018 ang young actor na labis na ikinakilig ng you shout-out ni Bianca. 21 2018 21 Loisa Andalio beats Joshua Garcia in Kids Choice Awards

MANILA, Philippines — Actress Loisa Andalio has won over Joshua Garcia, her love interest in the primetime series “The Good James, Nadine confess how Jodi Sta Maria congratulates Camille Prats for Son,” at the Nickelodeon’s Kids Choice Awards (KCA) 2018 given new GMA-7 show in Hollywood. their love for each other Loisa has been Jodi Sta Maria (left) is part of Sana Dalawa ang Puso, the direct competi- voted as Favorite tor of Camille Prats’s Ang Forever Ko’y Ikaw. made them better Pi- noy The network war is set aside by these two actresses even though their TV shows share the same timeslot. persons ABS-CBN actress Jodi Sta. Maria congratulated GMA-7 star Camille Prats for her new show titled Ang Forever Ko’y Ikaw. The Kapamilya actress is part of the daytime series Sana Dalawa ang Puso, which is the direct competitor of Ang Forever Ko’y Ikaw. Newbie, beating other fellow Filipino nominees Inigo Camille was overjoyed to receive a congratulatory message from the Kapamilya actress. Pascual and Gabbi Garcia. Jodi wrote: “Cams! Congratulations on your new show! May God bless you and everyone Loisa expressed her gratitude for the award in a involved. Huuugs! Miss you! [heart emoji] [rainbow emoji]” Twitter post. Camille replied: “Ate joedz!!! Kinilig ako! [smiley face] thaaaank you!!! [heart emoji] “Maraming salamat sa lahat support & effort! miss you and hoping to bump into you soon! Its been so long! [heart emoji]” In her Instagram account, Camille wrote in the caption: “Best part of my day! sobrang Lord, maraming salamat sa lahat ng biyaya. First kinilig ako! thank you ate @jodistamaria our shows are airing on the same slot and yet so award na nakuha ko. Di ko ineexpect. Para to sainyo much love for each other. Spreading love and positivity all around!” ipagpatuloy nyo pagiging strong & mabuti nyo, mahal na mahal ko kayo! Kung wala kayo, wala sakin to ngayon at wala ako dito,” she said. COCO MAY BAGONG LOVE INTEREST Loisa joins other Pinoy KCA winners such as Maine Mendoza, who won as Favorite Pinoy Personality in MAY bagong love interest ngayon ang bida ng long-running action TV series na “FPJ’s ” na si , si Jessy 2016, and Nadine Lustre who took home the orange Mendiola. blimp last year for Favorite Pinoy Star. Kung ang character ni na si According to Twitter, close to six million Tweets Alyana ay nakipag-hiwalay na sa kanyang asawa na were sent related to the Filipino-centric category si Cardo (Coco) sa serye at nali-link naman ngayon sa from the start of the voting period (February 26) character na si Marco na ginagampanan ni until March 26. JAMES Reid and Na- love I received from James JC Santos, tila sa character naman ni Jessy Meanwhile, Korean pop boy band Bangtan Boys really made me a better mababaling ang attention ni Cardo. dine Lustre have been Kung may mga nawala at namatay na or more popularly known as BTS won the Favorite person.” characters sa “Ang Probinsyano,” napalitan Global Music Star award. a couple for three years “What’s nice is we started naman sila ng mga bagong pasok na charac- ters na magkakahiwalay na ginagampanan now and they admit as friends and that’s a very good nina , , Rowell Santia- Nico Bolzico’s niece, Josefina, capti- go, Dawn Zulueta, , at iba pa. it was a great learning foundation,” says James. “It’s not just Dahil sa pagpasok ng mga bagong characters, mukhang matatagalan vates netizens experience for them. “We something passionate and crazy or pa sa ere ang “Ang Probinsyano” kung saan muling nabuhay ang acting spur of the moment but something career ng mag-amang Lito at Mark Lapid. The Argentine busi- both learned a lot from Bukod sa pagiging lead actor ng “Ang Probinsyano,” si Coco ay isa nessman Nico Bolzico, that grew as we worked together. At rin sa mga tumatayong director ng top-rating primetime TV series na kin- whose huge following has it,” says Nadine. this point, we can really say that the abibilangan din nina Malu Sevilla, Avel Sunpongco, Toto Natividad, Richard title of our new movie, ‘Never Not Somes, Kevin de Vera, Alan Chantiongco, Enzo Williams, Nick Olanka. made him an Instagram Coco is using his real name, Rodel Nacianceno bilang director. phenomenon apart from “Maraming binago sa pag- Love You’, can apply to us.” Unti-unti na ring sinusundan ng Primetime Drama King ang kanyang idol na becoming famous as the husband of the actress katao namin ang love namin The trailer of “Never Not Love si Fernando Poe, Jr. (FPJ) hindi lamang bilang actor kundi bilang director at , has unwittingly made his niece, for each other. I can really say producer. You”, which opens on Black Saturday, Josefina Bolzico, another Internet celebrity. that my life and I changed for shows them engaging in some very He posted on Instagram a photo of them together the better, especially when it passionate kissing scenes. Didn’t they in Bangkok, Thailand, for an endorsement shoot. comes to accepting each other have any qualms doing these intense Rufa Mae Quinto lucky with husband The caption read, “Three days in Bangkok w @ just as we are.” scenes for the camera? “We have to josefinabolzico and this is the only decent picture we Rufa Mae Quinto on husband Trevor Ma- ayaw lang niya akong kasama sa States!” And how is it for James? “For level up in this movie kasi it’s about gallanes letting her join showbiz again: “Siya pagbibiro pa niya. took!” Next thing, Josefina was a hot topic on social me, compared to the serious topic of living nga ang may gusto, e. ‘Tsaka millennial ano Wala ngayon sa bansa ang asawa dahil media threads. Nico’s followers were immediately What’s nice is we my past relation- in and the very personal yun... 31 years old yun, Amerikano. Siya sa trabaho captivated by Josefina’s blue eyes. started as friends yung nagpabalik sa akin, kasi naniniwala nito sa But Nico already issued warning in a postscript ships, I felt a differ- and that’s a very choices that we make,” says siya na this is my destiny. ‘Tsaka, ewan ko sa Amerika. ent kind of love for good foundation Nadine. “Ngayon lang kanya, baka ayaw lang niya akong kasama Dagdag note in his caption. It read, “PS: any ‘smart funny’ comment about Nadine. We helped namin talaga ginawa ang sa States!” pa ni Rufa Aktibo na muli sa showbiz ang actress-co- Mae, “Dun my niece and I will find you and I will kill you.” each other grow and I’d say that ganito ka-intimate na mga eksena medienne na si Rufa Mae Quinto matapos na siya sa We found out that Josefina had had some gigs I’ve grown a lot as a person.” nitong magpakasal at manganak. Amerika, and we’re confident that our director, around the metro. Nadine adds: “There are Isa siya sa mga bagong dagdag sa cast pulis. Antoinette Jadaone, gave it just the ng ABS-CBN sitcom na . “Bibili She was part of the Bench Fashion Week, and different kinds of love. May right treatment. Viewers will really feel Okay lang ba sa kanyang asawang si ng bahay modeled for Human. love for family, for friends, may the sincerity of the emotions that our Trevor Magallanes ang pagbabalik niya sa namin. Ano siya, e, anak-mayaman talaga, romantic love for someone showbiz? e.” Pakiramdam daw ni Rufa Mae, masuw- characters go through in the story and Sagot ni Rufa Mae, “Siya nga ang may erte siya sa napangasawa. you really love. For me, ‘yung we’re sure it will all be a very memora- gusto, e. “Awa ng Diyos, tsaka understanding,” BACK TO ABS-CBN. Masayang-masaya rin si Rufa Mae na nakabalik siya sa Kapamilya network. love namin ni James, maganda ble viewing experience for them.” “’Tsaka millennial ano yun... 31 years old pakli niya. yun, Amerikano. Ikinasal sina Rufa Mae at Trevor noong Regular cast siya ngayon sa Home Sweetie Home, kung saan talaga ang naidulot sa akin kasi “Siya yung nagpabalik sa akin, kasi November 2016. makakasama rin niya ang dating co-star sa Bubble Gang na si nagbago ako for the better. The naniniwala siya na this is my destiny. Meron na silang isang anak—si Athena . “’Tsaka, ewan ko sa kanya, baka Alexandria, one year old. Sabi ni Rufa Mae tungkol sa reunion nila ni Ogie, “Oo nga, ang saya!

Toni Gonzaga and Piolo Pascual, with Ogie Alcasid that aside para hindi maapektuhan ang trabaho niya. Dapat, as its new member. Mikael and Megan deny live-in MIKAEL Daez is glad that viewers warmly accepted his first sa set, work mode lang lagi. Labas naman yung relationship Home Sweetie After finding out that Sunshine is already with drama series with real life GF Megan Young. Their afternoon sa trabaho namin. But of course, advantage din yung lagi another man in , JP decided to just go kaming magkasama sa set at nagkaka-bonding. When we’re Home gets more back to Manila and be with his friends and family. soap, “The Stepdaughters”, has been airing for a month now and it’s always numero uno in its slot. asked to do romantic scenes, okay rin kasi comfortable na To ease JP’s sadness and to divert his attention while kami sa isa’t isa.” mending a broken heart, Julie thought it might be a “Nakakatuwa dahil hindi lang mataas ang rating kundi exciting He denies rumors that they are living in. “Kung totoo, good idea for them to open up a business alongside puro positive ang feedback and comments na natatanggap Weekend viewing gets more fun and more excit- her BFF Lia—a pastry shop and restaurant they will namin sa social media,” he says. we’ll own it up as we’re both adults naman, but hindi, may ing in Home Sweetie Home as the neighborhood call Walang Kapares. Will Julie, Lia, and JP succeed So how is it acting together for the first time? “Noong kanya-kanya kaming bahay na inuuwian.” gets even bigger as Julie (), Lia (Rufa in their new business? What role will Ireneo and una, medyo ilang pa siya like in that scene where she’s Their love story is starting to build up in “The Mae Quinto), and JP (Piolo Pascual) embark on a Irenea play in Brgy. Puruntong? supposed to throw her shoe at me. Hindi magawa, ‘yung pala Stepdaughters”, with Megan as the hardworking and smart new business venture starting this month. Since the sitcom premiered in 2014, Home she’s worried na baka tamaan nga niya ako at masaktan Mayumi and Mikael as Francis Almeda, an intelligent, Aside from the three and Julie’s family, Nanay Loi Sweetie Home has been a consistent top-rater on ako. So ako na ang sumigaw sa kanya ng, ‘Hoy, ibato na goodlooking guy who falls for her. But it will not be an easy (Sandy Andolong), Gigi (Miles Ocampo), Rence weekends and has always been part of the top ten yan. Kahit malakas, kakayanin ko yan.’ So na-motivate siya journey for their love story since as Isabelle (Clarence Delgado), and neighbors Obet (Jobert list of most watched programs in the country. Aside nang husto at noon pa lang niya ginawa. Ang lakas nga ng also falls for Mikael and is determined to get his attention at Austria), Pinong (Nonong Ballinan), and Mang LA from the laughter it brings, the show also imparts to all cost. Meantime, Aicelle Santos, who sang the theme song (Mitoy Yonting), the gang welcomes to Brgy. Purun- viewers valuable lessons in life and promotes good pagkakabato sa akin.” What are the pros and cons of working with each other of “The Stepdaughters entitled “Bahagi Ka ng Langit” is all tong Ireneo and Irenea, who will both be played by family values. set to leave for abroad to play the role Gigi in the touring Home Sweetie Home , airs every Saturday after when you’re real life sweethearts? “Unang-una, ano man Ogie Alcasid. company of “Miss Saigon” in the U.K. The growing cast of ‘Home Sweetie Home’ led by TV Patrol Weekend. ang pinagdaraanan nyo sa tunay na buhay, you should set 22 2018 22 Yassi upstages Sam in launch- ing movie + other stories

YASSI Pressman is so happy over the very pos- The commenter has since deleted her post. itive feedback she’s getting from satisfied viewers However, Twitter user Elisa Aquino posted a of her launching movie, “Ang Pambansang screenshot of it and wrote: “A real man won’t Third Wheel”, which is now showing in theaters make you want to forfeit your dreams.” nationwide. The post, has been retweeted more than 2,000 “Ang galing ni Yassi!” an admirer wrote in times and liked more than 11,000 times . social media. Jones expressed how proud she is to be mar- “Bagay sa ried to a man with Rosales’ values. kanyang maging Pambansang “Thank you, Jericho, for believing that a wom- Third Wheel. an’s worth and the measure of a ‘real woman’ Ang ganda niya comes from a multitude of qualities,” she said. on screen at an- She added, “Thank you for believing my gat na angat siya dreams are worth chasing whatever they may be. in both drama That’s my man.” and comedy She also had something to say to those who scenes niya. Mas show disdain for women who are still without natalbugan pa child. niya sa acting “Often my response is met with incredulity ang kapareha and scorn. We are all in a state of transition,” she niyang si Sam said. Milby na mas matagal na sa kanya sa showbiz.” Netizens are also praising Rosales for his mod- Another admirer wrote: “Ang sarap panoorin ern stance on marriage. sina Sam at Yassi sa screen. Magandang chemis- “I’ve always admired , but try nila. Sam looks so young and Yassi is at her stumbling across an article about him defending sexiest best. Magaling siya sa comic scenes man o women’s choice whether or not to have children dramatic scenes.” made me respect him even more,” Twitter user CJ Yassi is very thankful for the positive messag- de Silva said. es her fans sent her. “It really warms my heart Another user, Angel Dei said there should be dahil noong premiere night pa lang namin more men like Rosales. sa Megamall, ang dami nang nagsabing very “People should stop thinking that a woman’s entertaining ang movie and they were able to only purpose in this life is to get married and appreciate my performance as the Pambansang have children,” she wrote. Third Wheel,” says Yassi. “This will serve as an inspiration for me para lalong mas pagbutihin Kathryn Bernardo nixes tight ang trabaho ko, on and off the camera. I want to thank Viva for their trust in me in giving me this pants for Daniel Padilla project and also our director, Ivan Payawal, for guiding me in interpreting my role effectively.” Like his fun-loving mom , Daniel She also wants to thank her movie star friends Padilla enjoys wearing classic and comfortable who showed up at the premiere night to express clothes that send up Tinseltown’s trendy stars of their support for the movie. yesteryears. “Salamat kina JC Santos, Ryza Cenon, Cholo When asked to explain his fashion prefer- Barretto, ang FBois na sina Jack Reid, Vitto ence, he said, “I prefer the retro or vintage look, Marquez, Julian Trono at Andrew Muhlach, si because I’m really an old soul. I don’t even mind who sang our being garbed in ukay-ukay clothes (laughs). film’s theme song, at sina and Nakuha ko sa ermat ko ang fashion sense ko. For Alonzo Muhlach sa pag-attend nila sa premiere the most part, she lets me choose what I want to night. It really means so much to us ni wear, but there are things she truly dislikes—like, ang presence nila that night. We also want to she doesn’t want to see me wearing white shoes thank SM Cinemas, the mecca of local entertain- with white shirt, kasi nagmumukha daw akong si ment, for the red carpet premiere of our movie Sir (mentions a character actor’s name) (laughs).” in Manila and SM Cebu for our premiere night What about his constant screen partner, Kath- down south.” ryn Bernardo? “Kathryn also doesn’t want me wearing very tight pants, kasi alam mo na… (laughs)!” he add- ANCOP Canada Gala Jericho Rosales defends wife, says ed. “Magaling manamit si Kath, as you can see. having kids not the ‘only measure’ So, she doesn’t need my opinion in that regard. I Celebrating 15th Year of ANCOP WALK just don’t like it when she wears overly revealing of womanhood outfits—that’s where I put my foot down.” ANCOP Canada is celebrating an relief programs. Such disarming candor sets Daniel apart from the 15th year of the ANCOP Walk, An ANCOP Walk gala is sched- Metro Manila — Model and fashion influencer other bland and boring interviewees in show biz. an event that is gaining a lot of uled on April 7th at Rembrandt Kim Jones has husband Jericho Rosales’ full sup- traction and popularity in Cana- Banquet Hall on 930 Progress Ave, port when it comes to chasing her dreams. da, and is meant to raise aware- Scarborough. This gala will be Rosales made this clear when he replied to a Angelica and Carlo on the rebound ness and financial support for poor hosted by a popular Canadian TV critic who hit her for choosing not to have a baby yet. ESTRANGED sweethearts Angelica Panganiban and children and families in pover- personality in Melissa Grelo, who In his Instagram post on Christmas, Rosales Carlo Aquino separated about thirteen years ago when ty-stricken areas globally. ANCOP is the main host of the highly-rated replied to a netizen who said Jones should be a both were still in their teens. is an acronym for ‘Answering the Canadian talk show “The Social”. “real woman” and get pregnant. Nineteen si Carlo at eighteen naman si Angelica nang Cry of the Poor”, a registered We invite you to join us on this “Can’t even (be) with you all the time coz she’s sila’y magkahiwalay but the two remained friends. Canadian charity dedicated to momentous occasion. For tickets, busy traveling and fulfilling her dreams. If she’s Si ang huling nakarelasyon ni uplifting poor people’s lives in de- pls contact Bernie Consul at 416- a wonder woman for you @jerichorosalesofficial Angelica pero nagkahiwalay sila nung 2016. Matagal veloping countries through child 9378384, or Rosemer Enverga at she should get pregnant and be a real woman!!!” namang naka-relasyon ni Carlo ang kanyang non-showbiz education, shelter and humanitari- 416 – 2849299. the netizen said. girlfriend na si Kristine Nieto pero nagkahiwalay din She was replying to Rosales’ post showing him sila last year. Kaya pareho na silang nasa single status and his wife looking at a Christmas tree. It was ngayon. captioned, “Christ, you rock.” Nung nakaraang Valentine’s Day ay nagpadala ng Rosales, however, gently refuted the statement. flowers si Carlo kay Angelica at sinorpresa pa niya ang He said he is proud that Jones, who runs a blog huli sa book launching ng “Para kay Ex” na sinulat ni and has more than 700,000 followers on Insta- Beau Ang at kung saan si Angelica ang nagsulat ng fore- gram, is chasing her dreams. word na ginanap sa Trinoma nung nakaraang February The two married in 2014. 24 na nagpakilig sa kanilang mga tagahanga. Now, “I don’t think getting preggy and having babies people are pushing na sana’y magkabalikan ang dalawa. is the only measure for being a woman...I love Dito rin nag-ugat para mag-isip ng isang proyekto para kahit hindi sila ang mag-end-up sa huli. Pero sa And it seems na handa na rin si Carlo na bumuo that my wife travels and works (for) her dreams,” kina Angelica at Carlo either sa pelikula o TV series na mga ipinapakitang moves ni Carlo, mukhang gu- ng sarili niyang pamilya. he said. “Makes me really proud. Have the best lalong ikinatuwa ng fans. magawa ito ng paraan na ma-win back ang dating holiday season and peace and love to you from Sa mga panayam kay Carlo, inamin nito kung gaano kasintahan at tila bukas naman sa posibilidad si us.” ka-espesyal si Angelica sa kanya at mananatili umano ito Angelica, who at 31 ay handa nang umibig muli. 23 2018 23 Palarong Basketbol sa Kabataan to open at Hoop- Dome

The “Palarong Basketbol sa Kabataan sa HoopDome “ , otherwise known as GTA Hoops Basketball Invitation- al, will be held for the first time in the Greater Toronto The blossoming of Bianca Umali + other stories & Hamilton Area- GTHA on June 15, 16, & 17, 2018 at the popular Downsview Park HoopDome, 75 Carl Hall Gracefully blooming into a fine young I accomplish each of them.” are working together in a teleserye since they Road, North York, Toronto, Ontario, M3K 2B9. woman is GMA Artist Center star Bianca Kapuso actress Bianca Umali credits got married so their fans are thrilled to see This sporting initiative is being spearheaded and Umali who celebrated her 18th birthday on working out and managing food intake for them acting side by side on screen. So how is hosted by the newly- organized GTA Hoops Basketball March her curves. the experience? Committee in support of the growing need and interest 2. At a Pinagtawanan lang ng Kapuso young “Siyempre, comfortable na kami agad sa of Filipino Canadian families , individuals, youths young age, actress na si Bianca Umali ang usap-usapa- isa’t isa,” says Max. “At least, may kasabay na and students for a more challenging , responsible she has es- ng nagparetoke diumano siya ng mukha at akong umalis at umuwi ng bahay. I feel so and productive basketball competitions. Specifically, tablished katawan. secure on and off the set. Daig ko pang may the tournament aims towards Filipino Canadian youth a beautiful May ilang netizens kasi ang nag-comment personal bodyguard.” community development and in conjunction with the career na sobrang tangos ng ilong ni Bianca na para “Actually, nagkasama na kami noon sa historic celebration of June Filipino Heritage Month as and she raw niretoke ito. isang episode ng ‘Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko’, but now looks Sabi ng Kambal Karibal star, “It’s all natu- iba itong nightly teleserye,” says Pancho. “Ang declared by the Toronto City Council. forward ral. prayer ko lang, maging mahaba naman sana The GTAHBC is composed of Vilma Tahsin, Manny to more “Hindi ko alam kung paano nila nasasabi ang role ko nang tumagal pa ang pagsasama & Vilma Villamor, Roger Tarca and Bob San Juan, all challeng- yun, but I am confident and I am proud na it’s namin dito.” community basketball aficionados. The five were former es and all natural. There are two more new additions to PIDC volunteers who jointly founded and managed growth as “Everything I have, siguro yung sinasabi TOTGA. First is Solenn Heussaff, one of the Mabuhay Cup Basketball tournaments for the past an artist. nilang magandang katawan ko, pinaghirapan the sexy girls who’ll be a threat to Lovi Poe, 14 years. Through the friendly games of competitive Look- ko yun, inaalagaan ko yun.” and in their quest basketball , the Palaro 2018 hopes to continue bringing ing at Kailan lang ay nag-viral ang Instagram to get Dennis Trillo back. The other one is together the community as well as promoting sports fit- Bianca, it post ni Bianca kung saan naka-black bikini Devon Seron, a PBB discovery who’s in the ness, leadership and fellowship in the Canadian milieu. is easy to get mesmerized with her face. But siya sa isang beach sa Sorsogon. batch of James Reid in 2010. She has decided Invited to register and participate in the 3- day what really draws you in and captivates you to say goodbye to ABS-CBN and move to tourney are known ball clubs: Bayan, CKaTT, Crossover, is her heart that is nurtured by her love for GMA Network and she says she’s very happy Durham FBA, Gladiators, Jayhawks, Lapsley, Maharlika, learning. Max on working with husband now to be a Kapuso. TOTGA’s cast and crew NYPAA, OneTen, Red Warriors, Rising Suns, UNDFTD, Currently, Bianca topbills Kambal, Karibal are currently rejoicing because their “Find- 24 MM, Brampton Saints, Vaughan, Bayanihan, FAAB, with her perennial partner Miguel Tanfelix, Pancho: ‘Daig ko pa ang may ing Nemo” episode to be a real winner at the and together, they enjoy telling the story of personal bodyguard’ ratings and easily clobbered its rival. Lakan, PBA, Fican, TO Elite, YDB and other established the thrilling series. But apart from being a basketball teams. The premier participants include players within the Age Groups of those born in the talented actress, the Kapuso star takes pride PANCHO Magno has just finished his years: 2010, 2008, 2006, 2004, 2002, and 2000 and as in being an advocate for education. In 2016, last regular afternoon soap, “Haplos”, and he Now that is already well the Ladies & Men’s Open Divisions. together with Miguel, she participated in an now joins the cast of the primetime romantic married, he understand the role advocacy dubbed as ‘Pass A Book Ni Biguel” comedy, “The One That Got Away”. He will Moreover, the participating clubs are requested to project. They invited their followers to donate be working with his own new bride, Max attend the First Teams Leader’s meeting and official pre-loved books, which were given to chosen His character in GMA’s afternoon prime soap is launching on April 8, 2018 Sunday from 2 to 4 PM at FV Collins, who plays Darcy, the sexy fitness that of a husband who loves his wife (portrayed by public schools across the country. Foods, 2085 Lawrence Ave East, and Scarborough. For instructor in the story. ) so much that not even her unex- Meanwhile in 2017, she was hailed as the Max would think that Pancho is Wes, her plained HIV infection can force him to leave her. more information, please check gtahoopsbasketball.com World Vision Youth Ambassador for Edu- secret admirer. What she doesn’t know is In real life, Mike is also a loving husband to his or email [email protected], call/text at cation. Starting early in the business never that Wes is just a fabrication of her own gay wife who’s been his girlfriend for 12 years before 416-697-5197. drove Bianca to set aside knowledge, and she best friend, Bunny (Nar Cabico), who keeps they got married. In their message - invitation, the GTA Hoops tourney continued to acquire skills that add more to sending romantic messages to her as Wes. It He tells Showbuzz he wants to have a baby founders & organizers expressed enthusiasm in making her charm and appeal as an it girl. so happened that Pancho fits exactly the way soon: “I am so ready to be a dad. Napag-usa- this event a “part of their solid legacy”. Now that she enters adulthood, Bianca that Wes is described in Bunny’s text messag- pan naming mag-asawa, we should have a baby Likewise, the Committee sends its great appreciation promises to do more of what is expected of es. And when Max sees Pancho talking to a because we’re not getting any younger. We’ve been her. for continued support and encouragement and is look- sexy girl, she confronts him angrily and calls talking about having a baby even before we got ing forward to warmly welcoming the respective ball “I am entering the adult life and that is a him a two-timer. Imagine her embarassment married, and we’ve been praying about it. Wala na clubs and their players, parents, coaches and officials. bit intimidating, but if I keep learning and and surprise when she finds out that she sigurong mas masarap pang feeling than holding They promised “to make the milestone event a highly getting support from the people I love, I don’t made a big booboo. your own baby in your arms.” have to worry. I have goals I want to achieve This is the first time that Max and Pancho positive experience that would meet or surpass all the and I’m excited to discover more of myself as stakeholders’ discriminating expectations”. (BSJ / tsj).

Sam Milby on Philippine showbiz: “You have to be young.”

“Ang maganda In Pambansang Third Wheel, Yassi Pressman (Trina) actor-model, “If there comes a time... Kasi, in the States “Even if some people are pushing me and have a sa States, walang is a receptionist turned copywriter in an advertising right now, it’s called pilot season. chance there, pero... agency and Sam Milby (Neo) is an art director who “So it’s the best time for auditions for the new shows “This is my home.” age range. works with Trina in an advertising project. na io-offer nila. Dagdag pa niya, “Siguro, it depends kung gaano “Kahit dito, di Aminado si Sam Milby na hindi pa rin nawawala sa “So dapat by this time, nandun ako kung gusto kong katagal, kung gaano katiyak, kung gaano ka-sure ang ba, you have to kanyang puso’t isipan ang ma-penetrate ang Hollywood. mag-audition. trabaho ko dun. be young. It’s a Ito ay sa kabila ng pagiging abala na muli dito sa ating “This is the time I that need to be there. “Ang maganda sa States, walang age range. young market. bansa dahil sa ginagawa niyang pelikula at teleserye. “Yun nga lang, I’m still happy with the work I’m get- “Kahit dito, di ba, you have to be young. It’s a young Aniya, “I’ve been getting...kasi, may management ako ting here na I’m committed to do a teleserye din.” market. sa States. Dugtong pa niya, “If it comes in the future na wala “When you’re in your youth, that’s your prime. I “And last week, may message sila, ‘Hey call us, we akong masyadong ginagawa, and I have the opportunity mean, the love teams, the KathNiel, the LizQuen, the need to talk to you, ‘cause we feel you to send for auditions for pilot seasons, I’ll try pa din. Nadine and [James].” have a good chance na makapasok sa “I’m happy and contented to be here, this is my home. Tinutukoy ni Sam ang loveteams na Jathryn Bernar- show na ‘to.’ “It would be exciting if i get a work there, siyempre. do-Daniel Padilla, Liza Soberano-Enrique Gil at Nadibe “And, they want me to send an “Mas likas yung lengguwahe, yung emotions, mas Lustre at Janes Reid. audition tape, but the problem is, mai-express ko in English. Sa kabilang banda, ito ang obserbasyon niya sa U.S. dire-diretso na ang trabaho din, “But I’m happy and still appreciating everything that’s entertainment industry: there’s this promo [for the movie] happening here.” “But in the States, you’re actually like wine. and everything, so I wasn’t Hindi rin niya itinanggi na mas passionate noon “Kapag tumanda, kahit anong edad, there’s no time able to send. ang kagustuhan niyang maging isang Hollywood actor limit in a way, unlike here. “And the same time, noon, kaysa sa ngayon. “I’m not worried, I mean, if it never happens , I’m first up, napakahirap Saad ng 33-year-old Fil-Am actor, “I don’t know, pero super happy with how everything’s in my life. pumasok sa isang show mas passionate ako noon. “I’m just...where I am now. Just to be content with sa States, and I have “Yun nga, if really wanted to try there, I should stay what I have. commitments here.” there. “That’s what’s life is really all about.” Pero, patuloy pa rin “Ang hirap namang umalis dito nang matagal. Sa Pambansang Third Wheel, si Yassi Pressman daw niyang ipu-pur- “If I’m gone for a long time, I still want to be able to ay gumanap bilang receptionist turned copywriter sa sue ang pangarap work here. isang advertising agency. Si Sam Milby (Neo) ay ang art niyang ito. “It’s a very hard decision to leave and give up for director na makakatrabaho ni Trina sa isang advertising Sabi pa ng something na hindi pa sigurado kung tanggap ako dun. project. 24 2018 24 To moms out there: Be strong, and Calling the shots: don’t lose hope.” Celebrity single mom “Ideally, every family should be a two-income household. This means that since a woman is alone, all of her earnings are spent, and there’s Hunk Shot Janice de Belen (right) with her kids hardly anything left for savings,” she explained. “She also doesn’t have Embracing motherhood is hard enough, even with anyone to share parenting duties with on a daily a partner; imagine going through the process all by basis. She’s expected to do everything for the children Matthew yourself. on top of what she does at work.” These actresses, whether they’re coparenting while Janice said that being an actress spelled hardly separated or doing it alone, are women who call any difference to a single mom like her. “It just Daves the shots. Despite her failed union with actor John happens that you’re a celebrity, and everything you Estrada, Janice de Belen said she would never advise do is magnified. But when it comes to dealing with Andre’s favorite another woman to end her marriage. problems, and disciplining the kids, you do the same dish is pizza. “What happened to me will not necessarily work things other single parents go through at home.” for other people,” said the mom of Inah, 26, Moira, Disciplining the children of celebrity single parents We hope 24, Kaila, 22, and Yuan, 19. Her marriage to John shouldn’t be any different either, she added. “In more he stays fit was officially annulled in 2004. She has remained sin- ways than one, I’m very democratic. I strictly impose gle, while John married Brazilian beauty queen and rules, but I’m lenient on other things,” she declared. because he is Miss Earth 2004 Priscilla Meirelles in 2011. “I’m the type who thinks spoiling kids will only bring a member of Janice also has a son with actor , bigger problems in the future.” Team Crossover Luigi, 31, as well as three grandchildren. “I aim to strike a balance. I know that I can’t al- “It’s difficult when you’re in a problematic relation- ways say ‘no’ to their every request. Otherwise, there Canada that ship. You should follow what’s in your heart,” Janice will be a revolution at home. If I say ‘no’ to one thing, represented advised. “If your heart says you should leave, then I should be able to say ‘yes’ to another. It’s called make sure you can pull it off. This is because, if you compromise. My children understand that.” Canada at the have children, your decision isn’t just your own. There Asked what she thought was great about being a SM NBTC are other people whose lives depend on you.” single parent, Janice first had a good, hearty laugh National Making that big leap was the toughest for Janice, before answering: “It’s easy to plan trips with your she shared with the Inquirer. “Even in the way I recov- children if you’re single. You don’t have to consult or High School ered from the breakup, I had to do it quickly, because ask permission from someone else. You say to them, Championships my children depended on me for their own recovery. ‘Is that what you want? Then, let’s go!’” in the Philippines ‘A waste of billions’: Comelec twits push now and in the to defer barangay, SK polls future. We wish him and the MANILA - The Commission on Elections and “As far Comelec is concerned tuloy po ang its employees union said any postponement of the halalan. It takes a law to postpone the barangay team good luck. barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections in and SK election. All we have is a committee ruling. May would be a waste of people’s money, a conflict Yung pinaka-clincher dyan, kailangan meron in preparation, and an infringement on the right of counterpart sa Senate,” he said. people to vote. Senator said no bills have been filed Comelec Spokesperson Dir. James Jimenez in the Senate with regards to postponement of the said the poll body is 80 to 85 percent ready for the May elections, and that the same is not a priority May elections after spending billions of pesos in agenda of the administration. “Wala pang nag- taxpayers’ money. fa-file ng counterpart bill para sa postponement ng “Mahirap magbigay ng running total but we do barangay election,” Sotto said. have a working budget of P5 [billion] to P6 billion,” Only around 5 session days are left before Con- he said. gress and Senate go into recess, but Comelec said Atty. Angela Kristine Royandoyan, Comelec there is always that possibility that the President Employees Union NCR Secretary General, said in- will call for a special session. delible ink purchased for the nationwide elections “While we are saying there is no time left, it this May will be unusable if the elections will be is still not impossible that Congress can actually postponed anew. move quickly and get this done. It has happened She added the government has already spent before. Nakita natin that if Congress feels na ma- a lot of money to print voters’ lists for every poll halaga ang batas at kailangan ipasa, nagagawa nila precinct. ‘yan ng paraan,” Jimenez said. “Hindi namin alam kung by October 2018 ay But more importantly, the entire Comelec insti- magco-conduct pa ng additional voters’ regis- tution is hoping that there will be no more post- tration. Posible madagdagan ang mga botante. ponement because they are duty bound to ensure Magbabago na naman ang mga na-print na namin and protect the right of suffrage of every Filipino na bulto-bultong list of voters,” she said. voter and another postponement will be an erosion “Mas marami po ang magagastos, mas marami to the democratic process in the country. ang masasayang na efforts,” she added. “We don’t want the public to feel disheartened. Royandoyan said that if barangay elections will We don’t want them to feel they were shut out of be postponed to October, it will create conflict with the democratic process,” Jimenez said. the filing of candidacy for yet another election - the “Binbigyan natin ng karaptan ang ating mga senatorial and local elections in May 2019. mamamayan para makapamili o makapagbago “Mas magiging logistically mahirap po para sa ng isip kung sakali man na hindi nila nagustuhan amin na pagsabayin o halos magkalapit ang baran- yung mga naihalal nung nakaraan,” Royandoyan gay elections na dapat noong 2016 pa,” she said. said. Jimenez said as far as Comelec is concerned, the elections will push through on May 14. He said the postponement, which has the approval of the House Committee on Suffrage and Electoral Reforms, is not yet a law that Comelec is bound to follow.

jested that she has yet to find the courage for it. Angeline Quinto gets a “Ayokong makipagsabayan sa mga perpekto ang katawan—I’ll give it to them!” she said, laughing. reduced boob job “Makinis lang ako!” She likewise denied having her nose enhanced. Contrary to rumors that she underwent breast Not that she doesn’t want to. “I can bravely say enlargement, Angeline Quinto recently revealed that it’s not true. Why would I have my nose that she actually did the opposite: She had hers done? You can punch me in the face and see reduced from 36 D to 36 B. if it snaps!” quipped Angeline. “My nose is “I did it about three years ago. I was at a point actually bigger without all the makeup.” where getting dressed for shows was a hassle. The “I wanted to have my nose trimmed gowns would fit me well, except around my bust. and had a consultation a few years ago,” It was a common problem the late Pepsi Herrera had with related Angeline, who did admit that she had liposuction me,” she recently shared with reporters at a recent media and underwent a procedure for her eyelids. “But I have night hosted by Cornerstone Entertainment. been a little wary about it now. God may get angry and When teased and asked if she’s planning on showing think I’m not contented with what He gave me!” off her beach body on Instagram this summer, the singer 25 2018 25 Sharon Cuneta: “There may never be another Stephen Hawking’s SHARON-GABBY movie again.” Has Sharon Cuneta given up God to give you what He wants to nakatanggap ng kauna-unahang Best Actor award. Sayang on the possibility of doing an- give you to work on next, He will. I nga lamang at hindi niya ito personal na natanggap but was best nurse is Filipino other movie with her ex-hus- will say yet another prayer tonight accepted for him ng director ng pelikula na si Dan Villegas band Gabby Concepcion? for the best partner and project to last March 4. Stephen Hawking has been surrounded by an entourage Since the ShaGab love team be given to me. of nurses and healthcare professionals, and apparently one became viral for its commercial “Would you pray with me of them was a Filipino from Zamboanga City. for a fast food chain, there has please? Thank you so much again. Anne Curtis finds it weird being Armand Dean Nocum, who introduces himself as a crisis been strong demand for anoth- Your prayers have blessed me and management expert and communication strategist, named er movie featuring Sharon and pulled me thru so many unpleas- asked about baby plans the nurse as Dino Illustrisimo in a Linkedin post. Gabby. ant moments that God turned all The said Filipino nurse is based in London, who is said However, the Megastar the way around for me! Love you “I actually find it weird that people keep on to have graduated from Ateneo de Zamboanga University’s recently dashed hopes that she guys so much. Am blessed to have asking,” says Anne Curtis on constantly being asked would be reunited onscreen you all in my life and I pray that nursing school, according to a LinkedIn post of Nocum. about her and husband Erwan Heussaff’s baby plans. with her former husband. God give me what will make not The Filipino, in the post, is said to be Hawking’s “best Katulad ng ibang bagong kasal na female celebri- In her Instagram account, she wrote: just me but also all of you happy. Thanks again so ties, hindi rin kumportable si Anne Curtis sa tuwing nurse,” as shown in this computer message: “Guys, I am sorry. Star [Cinema] has done as much! Goodnight again. God bless us all.” Illustrisimo first worked at a hospital in London before natatanong tungkol sa planong magkaroon ng anak. much as they can. I have one as much as I could. On that same day, Sharon dropped hints that she Simula nang maikasal siya kay Erwan Heussaff eventually becoming Hawking’s private nurse, as per This is hurtful to me as well. If you are upset, how do will be reunited with a co-star whom she has not noong November 2017, isa na sa madalas itanong Nocum. you think I feel? Star or I did not want to break your worked with in a long time. Reportedly, he refused to disclose that he was one of the hearts. My heart is broken. She posted on Instagram: “Hi again! Meeting can- sa It’s Showtime host ang tungkol sa kanilang baby renowned physicist’s nurses. “And I am so very tired. It may be hard to accept, celled cos of change of plans of other people. I know plans. After news of Hawking’s death made rounds online, but there may never be another SHARON-GABBY na my next movie. Back to my original project. Tulad ng inaasahan, hindi niya ito naiwasan nang Illustrisimo decided to express his sadness over the death movie again. Sorry.” “Haven’t worked with my partner in a long time! makausap siya ng PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment of his ward. In December 2016, Sharon herself confirmed that Should be fun! God took me where I should be. It’s Portal) at ABS-CBN News sa opening ng kauna-un- “Thank you for everything. Your universe is now she would be doing a reunion movie with Gabby. all good! Thank You Lord!!! ahang boutique ng BLK, ang cosmetic line na pag- However, in 2017, the movie was postponed. The “(Titas/Inang, sabi ko na si Empoy na lang eh! complete. RIP boss I will surely miss you.“ he reportedly aari ni Anne, noong Sabado, March 24. camp of the GMA-7,actor released this statement Bait-bait nun hahaha!)” captioned the photo, although it was not disclosed where Gayunman, magiliw pa rin namang sumagot ang back then: “Gabby Concepcion has always wanted to the Filipino posted his message and photos with Hawking. 33-year-old Kapamilya star. do a movie with Sharon Cuneta. However due to his Aniya, “Busy pa muna with BLK. But you know tight schedule and current commitments it will not IAN WINS BEST ACTOR SA PORTUGAL what, in God’s time.” be possible anytime soon. We will study our option MULA sa kanyang two successful projects sa bakuran Pagkatapos, hindi niya napigilang sabihin ang in 2018.” ng ABS-CBN, ang hit movie na “Acky Breaky Hearts” na nararamdaman sa tuwing matatanong tungkol sa Joyce Pring gives The last time they co-starred in a movie was 26 years ago for the 1992 movie . tinampukan nina , Jodi Sta. Maria at Richard baby plans nila ni Erwan. Yap in 2016 at ang hit primetime TV series na “A Love to “I actually find it weird that people keep on ask- advice on finding love NEW LEADING MAN. Sharon has disclosed her Last” na pinagtambalan nila ni Bea Alonzo nung isang taon, ing, kasi parang... plans to start shooting another movie this May. napakagandang regalo sa taong 2018 ang dumating sa “Di ba, it’s something na... It’s actually a very Here’s a nugget of wisdom from Kapuso Dream Girl The Megastar revealed that two projects will be 43-year-old actor, sportsman, painter, pilot, celebrity endorser private matter,” nakangiting sabi ni Anne. Joyce Pring: instead of looking for love, people should learn pitched to her by ABS-CBN’s film production arm. at family man na si Ian Veneracion, ang kanyang kauna-una- Humingi ng paumanhin ang reporter na nagta- to prepare for it. She wrote on Instagram and on Facebook: “This hang acting award. nong sa actress-TV host. In an exclusive afternoon (March 23), I am meeting with my Star Ang maganda pa, international Best Actor award ang Pero agad na bawi ni Anne, “I don’t mind. Siyem- interview, Joyce gave Cinema bosses, my manager, my possible co-star in nakuha ni Ian dahil sa kanyang mahusay na pagkakaganap pre, bago sa akin, so medyo weird.” some tips for hopeless my next movie and co-star’s manager/s. sa indie movie na “Ilawod” na dinirek ni Dan Villegas. Ito’y Tila natatawang dagdag niya, “Not yet, not yet romantics who are “The meeting’s outcome will determine what I nagmula sa ika-38th year ng Oporto International Film naman. will be doing and who I will be doing it with when asking for ways to find Festival sa Portugal kung saan tatlong Filipino films ang “But if it happens, then it happens, di ba? shooting starts in May (there are two projects ready their true love. kalahok at kasama na rito ang “Bhoy Intsik” na dinirek ni for presentation to me and two different co-stars. “I mean, what do you want me say? ‘Yeah, we’re She stressed the im- at siya namang pinarangalan ng Special Jury actually doing it now.’ Di ba, it’s weird?!” portance of preparing One of them tomorrow na. So no matter who I end up shooting with, I will have a project ready to start Award. Ang isa pang Filipino entry ay ang “Ang Mananang- than looking for the filming in May!). gal sa Unit 2B” na dinirek ni Prime Cruz. one meant for you. “I “I leave everything in God’s hands. When you ask Thirty-seven years ang ipinaghintay ni Ian bago siya advise you to not focus so much on finding it but I guess kind of preparing yourself once it comes. Does that make sense? NO PINOYS ADMITTED the five Filipina models were after being reject- Rosete said one-third of the designers in You’re not really looking for love but you’re preparing continued from page 16 ed with an announcement ‘No Filipinas will his team are of Filipino descent, so he had no yourself in case that love comes.” walk’ saddened and angered me,” Pangilinan reason to discriminate against the models. Joyce continued, “I think that’s the best thing that you don’t belong. This is the third time that it’s said. “I apologize for any miscommunication, but can do as a person na parang you won’t go looking for it. happened.” You won’t close any doors but at the same time magfo-focus Meir’s statement was consistent with the Rosete, however, was firm in saying that I do not want to be treated unfairly. I not only ka lang on how to become the best version of yourself na latest Instagram post of artist-manager Angeli none of the Filipina models walked out and helped create the first-ever Filipino Victoria’s you don’t even think about finding Mr. Right, you become Pangilinan, who recalled the ordeal of her that they “waited patiently” for him to “find a Secret model, but also had her as the opener to Ms. Right when Mr. Right comes. daughter Kiana and the other models in the solution.” my big debut at New York Fashion Week… My Joyce also shared his father’s wise words to her. “Laging show. “I feel horrible for the lovely young girls and production manager has a son who is Filipino,” sinasabi ng dad ko na a good person or a good guy could “Seeing makeup artist Cherry Ordoñez cry you can ask any of them. I went back to them he said. come into your life, but if you’re not ready he’s just another and spoke to them about finding a solution,” he good guy.” as she relayed how shabbily former Miss Earth Jamie Herrell was treated and how humiliated stressed.

When doing interval cardio, there’s less oxygen available to the (Pop-ups are not supposed to Lose Belly Fat muscles and the body will more quickly fatigue. A 20-minute session of be taken seriously - EDITOR) interval cardiovascular exercise just three days per week stimulates the As a health and wellness coach, the number-one question that every- fat stores in our body and works to burn excess weight. Candid SPOOF body asks isn’t, “How do I live longer?” or “What can I do for more On either the elliptical machine or recumbent bike, do a three-minute energy?” It’s almost always, “How do I lose this tummy?” In a world warm-up. Increase resistance and sprint for 30 seconds, then reduce where we’re bombarded by ads promoting four-, six- and eight-packs, resistance again and perform a 90-second cool-down. Do this eight Pupunuin daw it’s no wonder we’re obsessed with abs. times followed by a two-minute cool-down at the end for a total of 19.5 mamaya ng regalo While having tight and toned abs is partly genetic, the great news minutes just three days per week. That’s it. ang loot bag. is that there are a number of things that you can do today to firm, slim and define your midsection for good. 3. Eat More Fat This seems completely contrary to logic, but the latest research shows 1. Drink Green Tea that by consuming more healthy unsaturated fats, such as coconut, Green tea has been shown to boost the immune system and fight can- avocado, olive oil, fish, nuts and seeds, not only do we feel satiated cer-causing cells in our body, but it also works very well to assist in the longer, but our systems also gets busy stimulating the fat-burning burning of excess weight and body fat. Green tea assists in the burning process within our bodies. of excess weight and body fat The epigallocatechin gallate component Healthy unsaturated fats like avocado stimulate the fat-burning in green tea acts as a thermogenic, meaning that it stimulates the process within our bodies. fat-burning process. You’d need to drink at least seven cups of green Studies have found that those who ate foods higher in healthy fats, tea per day to get the effects of two to three capsules of a green-tea such as those found in the Mediterranean diet, had a lower body-mass supplement, so I suggest taking them in the morning to avoid caffeine index. This means less body fat and a leaner frame than those who ate stimulation later in the day or choose a decaffeinated version. a low-fat diet. They also lost excess weight more easily. We all want to look and feel our best, and getting there just takes 2. Interval Cardio some consistent effort. By following these simple steps and committing The good news is that long cardio sessions are over and interval cardio to them for a minimum of three months, you are well on your way to a slimmer, tighter and more toned belly -- just in time for summer! is taking its place. Interval training involves sprinting or pushing the Carol Banez (CENTER) poses with friends, all holding a GMA7 Kapuso Pinoy TV bag, at the Philippine Heritage Band dinner. She is the body into an anaerobic state in short bursts of exertion for 20 to 30 president of PHB and also of Scarborough Ontario Seniors Association (SOSA). seconds with rest periods in between. 26 2018 26 Erich on new BF: Good to be true

MARAMING rason kung bakit masaya ngayon ang Kapamilya star na si Erich Gonzales. Bukod kasi sa magandang takbo ng kanyang career, mukhang LEFT, Paddy Castillo, Mamang Norie and may bagong nagpapasaya Catriona Gray leads the newly-crowned Binibining Samantha Gavin celebrated their birthday Pilipinas queens. with a salo-salo at Tagpuan restaurant. sa kanya ngayon, ang kanyang rumored boyfriend na si Mateo Lorenzo na mula sa isang mayamang angkan at isa 12 anak ng successful businessman na CATRIONA GRAY si G. Martin Ignacio Paez Lorenzo who is the president continued from page 17 and CEO ng marami nilang kumpanya kasama na rito ty will stay strong and high,” Gray said. ang food and restaurant business. ABOVE, Hannah Mea graduates from univer- sity. She is the daughter of proud aprents A singer and model, Gray joined Miss World Pribado ang pamilya Lorenzo pero dahil dalawa Ernesto and Gemma Baking. Philippines in 2016 and won. sa kanila ay nauugnay sa dalawang kilalang showbiz BELOW, Samantha Gavin is a finalist at the She had a controversial Top 5 finish in Miss personalities. Long and McQuade Singing Contest. World in the same year, with many Filipinos Si Mateo ay nauugnay kay Erich habang si Basti believing that she should have won the crown. Lorenzo naman ang boyfriend ni Claudia. Other Bb. Pilipinas 2018 winners include Early last year nang magkakilala sina Erich at Michele Gumabao (Binibining Pilipinas Mateo at one year na silang magkaibigan. Since then Globe), Karen Gallman (Binibining Pilipinas ay naging consistent at persistent suitor si Mateo ni Intercontinental), Eva Patalinjug (Binibining Erich. Hindi rin ikinakaila ni Erich na `too good to Pilipinas Grand International), Jehza Huelar be true’ umano sa kanya si Mateo whom he describes (Binibining Pilipinas Supranational) and Ma. as a nice guy. Ahtisa Manalo (Binibining Pilipinas Interna- Si Erich ay napapanood ngayon sa hit afternoon tional). TV series na “The Blood Sisters” kung saan siya Samantha Bernardo was named 2nd run- gumaganap ng tatlong magkakaibang characters. ner-up while Vickie Rushton was named 1st runner-up.

Former Canadian Im- migration Minister Jason Kenney running as Premier in the province of Alberta at this coming June 7th provin- cial election. The MultiLinx Diversity Group hosted the gathering for him. The only thing with the ABOVE, Genelie poses with her two Progressive Conservative birthday celebrant daughters Maria and Party of Canada is that, this Aubrey Panaligan. party have close ties with the Filipino community at large. In photo are some members of the FiL-CANAN- RIGHT, Joshua Panganiban poses with her This is the governing party under Prime MInister DIAN MEDIA and Community Leaders including mom who celebrated her 60th birthday. Stephen Harper who appointed the late Senator Mr. Julius Azarcon Tiangson of Mississauga. He is Tobias Jun Enverga Jr. to the Senate of Canada. one of our aspiring politicians in Ontario. BY LI ERON

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