2018 MARCH

A SURRENDER TO CHINA ‘Co-ownership of West Philippine Sea a surrender to China’

MANILA, Philippines — President Muna said. Duterte’s equating joint exploration in “It can be interpreted not only as the West Philippine Sea with “co-own- ership” of resources is a sellout to SURRENDER TO CHINA China, leftist party-list group Bayan continued on page 10 BINIBINING PILIPINAS FILIPINOS CLUELESS ON ISSUES 2018 but CONFIDENT Bb Pilipinas 2018 press presentation was held on February 21 at Novotel Manila Araneta Director talks of delayed Center. In photo is contestant #9, Agatha Romero. Coronation is on March 18. shooting of JaDine movie COUNT AS

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1 2018 1 2 2018 2 With Train, planting rice is never fun, Honey Shot farmers say ’Kilig!’ Sparks fly Olivia in Sharon-Gabby Manuel onscreen reunion Olivia is 16 years old Sharon Cuneta and Gabby Concepcion and plays basketball. sent their online fans abuzz anew when Her musical talent a clip of their onscreen reunion was is playing the flute finally released. PRECIOUS GRAIN Harvesting palay is a community effort The two appeared in a McDonald’s in the village of Pogomboa in Aguilar town, Pangasinan She also plays flute. commercial, which saw them catching province. With the tax reform law raising production costs, Her favorite food is up after not seeing each other for several consumers are expected to bear the increase in the prices of rice in the market. years. The short clip starts with Cuneta cheesecake. eating alone when Concepcion arrives CALASIAO, Pangasinan — The tax Her ambition is to be and asks if he could share the table with reform law may have proven the adage his ex-wife. Although surprised, Cuneta a biomedical engineer. that “planting rice is never fun.” answers: “Ikaw naman, parang wala Farmers will spend an additional P1 We wish her all the tayong pinagsamahan.” to produce a kilogram of palay due to luck in her endeavour. Nonoy Zuniga’s “Kamusta Ka” then the Tax Reform for Acceleration and begins playing in the background as Inclusion (Train) law (Republic Act No. Cuneta and Concepcion steal a glimpse 10963), according to Samahang Indus- of each other while dining. triya ng Agrikultura (Sinag). Twenty minutes since the ad was up- At present, farmers spend P12 to loaded, it has already been shared 1,500 produce a kg of rice but increases in the times and has been viewed more than cost of farm products due to TRAIN 13,000 times. will raise that expense to P13 to P13.50, The commercial marks Cuneta and the group said. Concepcion’s first time to work together While the government has exempted since 1992’s “Tayong Dalawa.” farmers from paying irrigation water It was reported in December 2016 to bring down production costs, those that the pair will be reuniting onscreen, not reached by irrigation systems have but due to a variety of reasons it was to pay for higher cost of diesel to run postponed. irrigation machines, also due to the fuel Cuneta has said she is still open to a excise tax imposed by TRAIN. movie with her former husband. Concepcion and Cuneta are the par- PLANTING RICE ents of actress KC Concepcion. continued on page 26

3 2018 3 Lovi’s BF open-minded: Lovi’s sizzling hot bed scenes with her leading man, Marian Rivera wants Tom Rodriguez, in the movie. “It’s not at all an issue for him,” says Lovi. to go indie Hot bed scenes “He’s liberal minded and he knows that being an Marian Rivera with her charity works and advo- actress, doing such scenes is part of what my job renewed her exclusive cacy that is why GMA top guns requires. Alam din niyang Tom is a good friend contract with GMA were delighted when the actress not an issue kasi we also played husband and wife on TV in the Network, Inc. “I’m renewed her contract. soap ‘Someone to Watch Over Me’, kaya we’re so thinking of doing a “Si Marian ay isa sa pinaka- comfortable na” film this year. I also maganda at pinakamagaling na Lovi is really doing well on both the big and want to do an indie artista sa Pilipinas ngayon. Kaya small screens these days. On TV, her portrayal of movie, ‘yung pang nagagalak kami na kasama na Alex in “The One That Got Away” or TOTGA Cinemalaya. I naman natin siya at sa tingin ko, is also a hit. She plays a jolly TV host who’s a want to try some- malayo pa ang mararating ni Mar- “babaeng bakla” (female faggot) in the way she thing that I haven’t done before,” ian at talagang tutulungan natin behaves. Satisfied she said. siyang marating yung sukdulan ng audiences now express AS FOR HER HOT But asked if she could work kanyang career,” GMA Chairman in social media how BED SCENES with other stars in the rival and Chief Executive Officer Atty. much they’re really network, the candid Marian Felipe L. Gozon said during Mari- “It’s not at all remarked in vernacular, “If they an’s contract renewal signing. enjoying her rollicking an issue for him,” performance in various want to work with me, then they Meanwhile, All Access To Art- Poe is justifiably grinning from ear to should be the one to come over ists President Rams David, who scenes. says Lovi. “He’s ear since everyone who has seen her here.” was also in attendance during A new addition liberal minded new movie, “The Significant Other”, Marian, who has been a Kapuso Marian’s contract signing, said LOVI in TOTGA is Renz and he knows that for more than a decade, feels hap- he is very excited about this new says she’s the most effective and persuasive player Fernandez, the son being an actress, among the leads. “Hindi naman ako lang,” she py and fulfilled with her renewal milestone in Marian’s career as a of the late Rudy doing such scenes of contract with GMA 7. Kapuso, “Masayang-masaya kami. demurs, remaining humble. “It’s a group effort. All Fernandez. He does of us collaborated and gave our best to make sure is part of what my In 2007, she became a house- Ang GMA 7 ang siyang nag-al- very well in his scenes hold name when she bagged aga sa kanya from the very start we’ll come up with a good film and we’re thankful job requires. with Lovi, who the title role of the top-rating hanggang ngayon na mayroon na na lahat ng nanood ng movie namin, nagustuhan happens to be the Philippine adaptation of Marimar siyang pamilya at anak and she ito and it’s now doing very well at the box office.” daughter of Da King, Fernando Poe Jr. It’s amusing opposite Dingdong. Apart from is still doing her best na maging Her Fil-French boyfriend, Chris Johnson, came the children of two action icons of local films now her iconic roles in numerous worthy na maging Kapuso star to the premiere night but he was not with Lovi. He interacting with each other. We’re sure that their television series, Marian also and GMA’s Primetime Queen.” was with his own friends while Lovi joined the rest respective dads are very proud of them as they are displayed her versatility when Upon hearing all the good of her co-stars. But Lovi approached him and gave both to play their roles well and they do have great she hosted her own dance show words from the big bosses, Marian him a kiss before joining her co-stars. Everyone chemistry on screen. and at the same time, headlined a retorted, “Malaki ang pasasalamat is wondering what’s Chris reaction when he saw roster of talk and variety shows in ko sa GMA dahil sobra sobra “It’s a group effort. All of us collaborated and gave our best to make sure we’ll her home network. yung tiwala nila sa akin. Nagpa- come up with a good film and we’re thankful na lahat ng nanood ng movie namin, The popular Kapuso actress is kasal, nagkaanak ako, binibigyan nagustuhan ito and it’s now doing very well at the box office.” also one of the country’s trusted pa rin ako ng magagandang endorsers and in demand cover proyekto. Of course, looking girls. She continues to be an inspi- forward ako sa mga gagawin pa ration to her fans and supporters namin this year.” Sam Milby refuses to comment on Mark Bautista’s coming out Sam Milby doesn’t feel the need to comment on nakakainis din. Why Yassi can’t fall in love with rumors about his friends Piolo Pascual and Mark “Ang daming isyu na walang Bautista. When asked, Sam said, “I’m not part of it so katotohanan pero ang daming Sam I should not give a comment.” naniniwala. YASSI Pressman is launched to solo rin siya sa mag-ama. E, gusto sana niya, siya Hangga’t maaari ay ayaw magkomento ni Sam Mil- “It’s just funny that so many peo- stardom in Viva’s “Ang Pambansang Third lang ‘yung only one, tapos may kahati pa rin by kaugnay ng paglabas ng libro ng kaibigan niyang si ple believe with what they hear, even Wheel” that opens in theaters on March 7. pala siya.” Mark Bautista, kung saan inamin ng huli na isa siyang if there’s no truth at all. At its presscon, we ask her: What exactly Based on the trailer, it looks like she has bisexual. “Siguro you have to understand does Third Wheel mean? Is it being the other ample “kilig” chemistry with Sam Milby. At Maliban dito, pilit ding inuugnay sa naging rebe- that it’s part of showbiz also, not pertaining to that woman or kabit? the presscon, Sam confessed he has a crush lasyon ni Mark ang isa pa nilang kaibigan na si Piolo issue.” “No, kabit is being the third party,” says on her. Is the feeling mutual? Pascual. Ang tinutukoy marahil ni Sam ay ang dati niyang Yassi. “Third Wheel is the extra person na “As of now, sobrang focused talaga Sina Sam, Mark, Piolo—kasama rin sina Christian isyu kung saan kinukuwestiyon ang kanyang pagka- may mahalagang tungkulin sa couples bilang ako sa work kasi ang daming blessings na Bautista at Erik Santos—ay naging bahagi ng Pop lalaki. tagakuha ng picture, tagapamagitan at dumarating sa buhay ko ngayon,” she says. Icons, ang all-male group na nagpe-perform noon sa “We don’t really talk that much,” pakli ni Sam. tagadesisyon kunsaan sila kakain. Parang “E, matagal ko ring hinintay ito. Kaya the ABS-CBN musical variety show na ASAP. “The times that we see each other, nung ASAP dati, dakilang sabit. That’s the character I play as opportunities that come my way now, ayoko “I feel na, I don’t know… giving a comment would pero hindi na ako nag-a-ASAP. Trina, an unlucky girl who always falls for the pong sayangin. Ayoko ring mahati ang only make the issue bigger. “And then, mga times na nagkikita kami, because wrong guy. Three men have already broken attention ko. Kasi mahirap din ‘yung one half Dagdag pa ni Sam, hindi porke’t kilala niya ang we’re the same handlers, sa Star Magic, we’re both her heart. Sumasama lang siya sa friends lang ang maibibigay ko sa love life, tapos mga taong sangkot sa isang isyu ay kailangan na ni- artists of Tita Lulu [Romero], our handler.” niya pag lumalabas with their boyfriends at the other half sa career ko. I’m really a giver yang magbigay ng komento o magtanggol sa kanila. Magkasama rin sa isang Bible group sina Sam at naiinggit siya kasi sila, may love life. Siya, kind of person at kapag nagbigay ako, gusto Ayon pa kay Sam, “Ako, when it comes to issue, Mark. wala. Finally, she thinks she hits the jackpot ko, buong-buo. So as of now, sa career na there’s always an issue that would come up in showbiz. Nagulat ba siya sa pag-amin ni Mark? when she meets Sam Milby as Neo, but then lang muna ako. Maski si Sam naman, he just “If you don’t have a proof, it’s hard to really say. So, “Yeah, we’re part of the Bible study, but I’d rather her world crumbles when she learned that came from a breakup and we’re both in a when it comes to close friends and they have this issue not comment about the issue,” pag-iwas na ni Sam. he already has a son, Alonzo Muhlach, with place that we’re not entertaining muna ‘yung na walang katotohanan talaga, parang nakakaawa na Sam Pinto as the mother, so third wheel pa being in a relationship.”

BAD GUY ROLE BIG CHALLENGE FOR MARTIN

MARTIN Del Rosario plays a ako, I will deteriorate physically villain role in the new GMA af- so nagpapapayat talaga ako pa- ternoon soap, “Hindi Ko Kayang rang maging Iwan Ka”, that will replace credible sa Photographer: Jose Baking EMAIL: [email protected] “Haplos” starting February 26. role ko.” 416-609-1176 PUBLISHED BY: Match International Group ASSIGNMENT TEL: He plays Lawrence, the college Martin EDI- TOR friend of Yasmien Kurdi as Thea is really so CORRESPONDENTS who has a secret admiration for busy these her. He drugs her then rapes days as he’s her, without knowing that he doing two is afflicted with HIV (Human other regular Immunodeficiency Virus) and he shows. For unknowingly transfers the disease Cignal TV, he is doing the role to her. When Yasmien confronts of Barbs in “Born Beautiful”, Jose “Joey” Baking Fe Taduran Noli Gumapac Froilan Baking Raymond Santos Jojo Taduran him about this later, he is in deni- for which he has to shave all the al and won’t admit he’s the culprit hair on his body to be credible in giving her the deadly virus. in his role as a transgender. He’s NOTICE CORRESPONDENTS “Usually, mabait ang roles ko also in the environmental series The advertiser has purchased the right of reproduction in LM so very challenging for me to play produced by a Japanese company, Confidential only & not for use for other publications. The exception Ed Tubale applies if the advertising material was supplied by the advertiser. Nena Gumapac this kind of bad guy role,” says “Unbroken Hearts”, with Janine www.FilipinoGoodLife.com Martin. “Later, the disease will Gutierrez, shot on the beaches of www.LMConfidential.com affect me physically and, unlike Zambales. Thea na nilalabanan ‘yung sakit, 4 2018 4 Janine Gutierrez Kuwait blasts Duterte’s call to INVITATION To all Bicolanos and Bicolanas sees Rayver Cruz as evacuate workers (Devotees to the Virgin of Penafrancia ) KUWAIT - A top Kuwaiti official con- especially as we are in contact with the The 3rd. month Novena Devotions to the Virgin a supportive partner demned on Tuesday a call by Philippine Philippines on a high level to explain of Penafrancia will be on March 18, 2018, President Rodrigo Duterte to evacuate his the workers’ conditions in Kuwait,” said Sunday . (3rd. Sunday of March 2018) country’s workers from Kuwait, suggesting Kuwait’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Duterte could damage ties between the Sabah al-Khalid al-Sabah. NOTE : Feast Day Celebrations will be on the two countries. He was speaking at a joint news con- 3rd Saturday of September, ( September 15, Duterte said last week that his govern- ference with U.S. Secretary of State Rex 2018.) With Fluvial Parade at the Bluffers Lake. ment would ask private airlines to evacuate Tillerson during a meeting in Kuwait of Filipino nationals from Kuwait within 72 the global coalition against Islamic State. This month’s Novena Devotions: hours, after the discovery of the dead body “Escalation does not serve the ties be- Date: March 18, 2018, 3rd Sunday of of a Filipino migrant worker in a freezer. tween Kuwait and the Philippines,” Sheikh February Janine Gutierrez appreciates that Rayver Two planes full of workers arrived in Sabah said, adding that 170,000 Filipinos Place: Our Lady of Assumption Church (OLA) Cruz gives her encouragement: “Tina-try ko rin na gayahin yung mentality niya na Manila from Kuwait on Monday on flights “live a decent life in Kuwait ... but separate 2565 Bathurst St. Toronto parang tiwala lang.” provided for free by commercial airlines at accidents unfortunately happen, and we Time : 1:30 pm Devotion starts It’s been several months since it came the president’s request. are providing our Filipino counterparts Rosary, Novena to the Virgin of out that Ravyer Cruz and Janine Gutierrez The Philippine labor secretary said more with the results of the investigations.” Pinafrancia, Holy Mass. Refreshments, have been dating. But the two celebrities than 2,200 Filipinos were ready to take up The Philippines suspended sending Kumustahan at the Church Hall. have yet to open up about the status of Duterte’s offer. workers to Kuwait in January after reports their relationship. “We are surprised and we condemn that abuse by employers had driven several Janine said, “Ganun pa rin, dating. statements from the Philippine president, to suicide. Sponsors for this month - Devotees of the We’re taking it easy lang. Virgin of Penafrancia from Catanduanes c/o “Happy ako, pero both of us are priori- - Felix Reyes , Tel# 905-896-4958. tizing work lang talaga.” The 28-year-old actress met with the We encourage all bicolanos to attend and ng mga manonood na participate in the sponsorship of this novena press at the launch of Earth Hour 2018. Camille Prats on going up ikumpara ito sa ipina- against Jodi Sta. 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5 2018 5 Fight ‘fake news’ on vaccination programs What Enrique wants from MANILA, Philippines — Senate President millions of children, women and senior the highest standards.” Lisa for his birthday: Pro Tempore Ralph Recto urged the citizens. With a price tag of P7.43 billion, the Department of Health (DOH) to use its Last week, the DOH expressed alarm 2018 public vaccination program aims P643-million advertising war chest for this that its public health and immunization to fully immunize 2.7 million infants, ‘Mahalin mo year to fight “fake news” on vaccines in programs were suffering due to the of which 1.4 million will be given general spawned by the botched dengue Dengvaxia controversy, saying many pneumococcal vaccine. ’ vaccination program. parents have kept away from important All the 2.7 million infants will also be lang ako forever Recto said the DOH budget for vaccines after it stopped the massive dengue administered Japanese Encephalitis vaccine, He’s turning 26 this month. advertising was big enough to “calm immunization program last November. noted Recto. And if Enrique Gil had to ask Liza Soberano for one unfounded concerns” about immunization, Recto said that if this unfounded fear For this year, the DOH vaccination thing for his birthday, it’s not something that would cost adding that the agency must launch an continued “it would put millions of program also targets 2.1 million first grade her a pretty penny. information drive to prevent the dengue children, seniors and women at risk.” and 1.7 million seventh grade students for “Mahalin mo lang ako forever, huwag mo lang akong vaccine flop from eroding public confidence “Whether we like it or not, one side anti-tetanus, diphtheria and measles shots. iwan,” he told Soberano during his appearance on in government healthcare programs. effect of this Dengvaxia controversy is Tetanus vaccines will also be given to 2.7 “Tonight With Boy Abunda.” “Science must trump superstition,” he that people are asking if the vaccines to be million pregnant women. The pair have been rumored to be already a couple for said. bought using taxpayers’ money are safe,” At least 1.2 million flu shots and 1.3 some time. He pointed out that the government the senator said. “I know that they ought million pneumococcal vaccines have been According to Gil, the reason behind them skirting around the whole boyfriend-girlfriend label is that he would be buying P7.4 billion worth of to be, but the DOH must still go out of its allotted for seniors this year. respects Soberano’s family, who doesn’t want her to have vaccines for this year that would benefit way to assure the public that vaccines meet a relationship until she reaches the age of 23. In the same interview, Gil also shared that he plans to spend his birthday with Soberano and his family at his Australia boosts South China Sea presence beach house. MANILA, Philippines — Australia shares Payne told the Australian Senate that the “They just aren’t doing (freedom of the United States’ concern on Beijing’s country has stepped up its naval presence in navigation operations) within 12 (nautical Mark Bautista gets Kapuso support militarization activities in the disputed the South China Sea in the last 18 months miles) of disputed features. Australia after coming out South China Sea. despite not joining freedom of navigations deserves more credit for this,” Morris said. According to a report from Wall Street operations of the United States. US President Donald Trump and NOEL FERRER: Simple ang selebrasyon ni Mark Bautista Journal, Australia has increased its naval Australia’s heightened presence in the Australian Prime Minister Malcolm ng kanyang 15th anniversary sa showbiz. Hindi pa nga presence in the contested waters in response disputed waters is part of a “strong focus on Turnbull expressed serious concerns about plinano yun! to concerns about regional stability. security and stability in the Indo-Pacific.” the situation in the South China Sea. Matagal nang gusto ni Nanay Lolit Solis, Annette Gozon, Joey Abacan, at Tracy Gracia na makasama si Australian Defense Minister Marise Lyle Morris, senior policy analyst at Rand The two leaders called on all parties to Mark pagkatapos lumabas ng kanyang librong Beyond Payne, in a parliamentary hearing, had Corporation, noted that Australia has been “exercise restraint and resolve disputes The Mark. expressed Canberra’s unease on Beijing’s conducting presence operations and joint peacefully based on international law.” Nagkataon namang naalala ni Mark na mismong rising military capabilities in the region. training for almost two years. March 1, 15 years ago, nang sumali siya sa Star For A Night kung saan si Sarah Geronimo ang nagwagi at siya naman ang runner-up. Pagkatapos ng pagtitipon, na sinamahan ni MTRCB Gordon condemns parents’ outburst vs Garin Chairman Rachel Arenas at GMA PR Head Angel Javier, tumuloy si Mark sa GMA Entertainment TV para makasa- Senator Richard Gordon condemned an elevator... I certainly will not tolerate it,” who fan the hysteria should think twice and ma ang nasa Drama SubCommittee. Kaka-tape pa lang attack by a group of parents against former Gordon said during a hearing of the Senate put public welfare above all else,” she said. ni Mark ng episode kasama ang fellow champion na si health Secretary Janette Garin, who had Blue Ribbon Committee, which he chairs. “It’s deplorable because those who were Christian Bautista sa Celebrity Bluff, at sinabi niyang na- rolled out a P3 billion dengue vaccination Gordon said he has warned security behind the commotion were just using the paka-supportive sa kanya ng host na si Eugene Domingo. program for children. guards that they will be “punished” if any victims and they should stop,” she added. Naka-schedule din siyang mag-guest sa Sunday PinaS- The furious parents accosted Garin as she resource person is subjected to similar Some 830,000 public school students aya at may inaayos na episode ng Magpakailanman. was leaving the House of Representatives attacks. were given the controversial vaccine. Todo ang suporta sa kanya ng GMA-7 at hihintayin siya building on Monday after a hearing on the Garin meanwhile had called for sobriety The campaign was suspended late sa pagbabalik niya mula sa concert tour nila kasama si dengue vaccine Dengvaxia. over the issue. last year after French drug maker Sanofi Sarah Geronimo. At sa pagbabalik, sana ay mailagay siya sa isang soap “I do not encourage and I condemn any “I empathize with the parents who disclosed that the vaccine may worsen opera. act by parents -- I do not justify it -- na allegedly were affected and let me take this symptoms if given to those who have not public officials should be attacked on the opportunity to appeal for sobriety. Those had dengue. JERRY OLEA: Mahal ng mga Kapuso si Mark Bautista. May career pa rin siya, kahit dedmahin ng ibang network ang kanyang existence. Bonggacious ang aura ni Mark ngayong nagpakatotoo President Duterte pushes Swiss challenge kind of bidding siya. Happy anniversary, Mark! Lowest-bid rule is root of corruption, says Duterte GORGY RULA: Parang ang gaan-gaan ng aura ni Mark MANILA - President Rodrigo Duterte on gay,” he said during the 45th anniversary of The President is pushing for a Swiss chal- nang nakatsikahan natin siya kaninang tanghali. Tuesday said the lowest-bid rule in govern- the National Economic and Development lenge approach or seeking counter-offers for May ilang isyu kaming nilinaw sa kanya na sinagot ment procurement is the root of corrup- Authority. unsolicited project proposals when award- naman niya. Pero mas gusto niyang off the record na tion. “Bayaran ang governor, ang mayor, Mala- ing infrastructure projects. lang iyun. “’Yang lowest bid na ‘yan, that is the cañang, engineer, pati barangay captain, The government has laid down a P8-tril- Mas pipiliin niyang mag-focus na lang sa trabaho kesa paulit-ulit na tanong tungkol sa isang rebelasyon niya sa source of all corruption, beginning from hindi ko malaman kung bakit kasali sa lion pipeline of new roads, railways, and kanyang libro. the national to the local hanggang baran- bigayan. He has to sign the documents sa airports, which will be built within the completion of projects,” Duterte added. President’s six-year term. Julie Anne San Jose to star in a romcom series

Asia’s Pop Sweetheart Julie Anne San Jose will soon return to drama via My Guitar Princess, a new romcom series that will bring music and love to the viewers. The talented Kapuso singer-actress will be paired with two handsome Kapuso leading men. Joining Julie Anne in her latest TV project is actor-model Gil Cuerva. This will be Gil’s second TV series following the successful run of the Filipino adaptation of hit Koreanovela My Love From The Star. Meanwhile, after his powerful portrayal of his role Rafael in the groundbreaking telefantasya series Mulawin VS Ravena, Kapuso hunk Kiko Estrada will take a break from being a kontrabida as he will add kilig to this Kapuso show. Philippine Heritage Band held their Valentine’s dinner. The special guest was Vaughan Councillor Sandra Racco. Catch My Guitar Princess, soon on GMA. 6 2018 6 that their breakup was a mutual decision. At the time, Vin has just transferred to ABS-CBN and Sophie has just left TV5. Both stars started their showbiz career via the now-defunct TV5 reality show Artista Academy in 2012. But after a year and a half of being apart, the two seemed to have found love with each other again. Elisse Joson reacts on being In his own Instagram story, Vin showed a picture where he and Sophie were all smiles while staring a replacement for Andrea at each other. Brillantes in ASAP’s BFF5 The 26-year-old actor captioned it with a cute but very telling heart emoji. Fans of Andrea Brillantes can’t help but wonder if If their earlier photos are still not enough proof she’s still a member of BFF5. of their rekindled Elisse Joson reacts on being a replacement for romance, Sophie’s Andrea Brillantes in ASAP’s BFF5 got another photo Elisse Joson has spoken up on Hotspot with DJ where she and Jhai Ho about being part of BFF5, the girl group Vin are enjoying in ASAP initially composed of Maris Racal, Loisa a fantastic view of Andalio, Ylona Garcia, Kira Balinger and Andrea Bali sunset. Brillantes. The 27-year-old Fans were left confused when Elisse, who was The One That Got announced as a new member, performed with the Away actress’ short group instead of Andrea. but sweet caption “Lagi naman sigurong may changes na mangya- was, “Happy yari kasi sa ASAP kasi laging may changes, laging hearts” may fresh na ginagawa ganun,” Elisse said of the changes that happened. She said that she has performed with the girl Why Ricky group before but no one initially said anything that wasn’t invited to son’s wed- she was indeed already a member. “Recently lang nasabi sa akin, yung handler ko ding na every Sunday na akong mag-a-ASAP and then part na daw po ako ng BFF5,” Elisse added. Ricky Davao’s eldest child and only son, Kenneth, When asked if she is indeed a replacement got married last Thursday. We saw the pictures post- for Andrea or if Andrea will return and make it a ed on social media and the first thing we noticed is six-girl team, Elisse has this to say: “Actually wala that Ricky was not in any of the photos at all. akong alam sa part na yun eh.” We inquired why he wasn’t there and a mutual friend told us: “Simple, he was not at all invited. He was so surprised when he learned from someone Vin Abrenica and Sophie na ikakasal na ‘yung anak niya and he wasn’t even informed.” Albert back together? How sad, isn’t it? We heard Ricky and his son Based on their sweet vacation photos in Bali, had a conflict because Kenneth didn’t like it when Indonesia, it looks like ex-couple Vin Abrenica and his dad gives him advice about his life. They haven’t Sophie Albert are back in each other’s arms. been on speaking terms for a while and we’re told From the way Vin Abrenica and Sophie Albert are it’s his mom, Jackielou Blanco, who spent for his cozying up in Bali, Indonesia, the ex-couple looked wedding. 12TH like they never parted ways, if at all. But Ricky is in very good terms with his two It was Sophie who first posted on Instagram a daughters, Rikkie Mae, and the youngest one, photo of her leaning close to Vin’s chest, while the Arabella, who’s now studying in Lisle, France. He Kapamilya actor has his left arm around the Kapuso even accompanied Arabella when she moved to v IA actress’ waist. France last month. Below was Sophie’s Instagram post yesterday, Sayang. The wedding could have been a good I L February 13: opportunity for the father and son to forgive each Note that it was on September 9, 2016 when So- other, forget their ‘samaan ng loob’ and reconcile. phie confirmed that she and Vin have broken up so Jackie should have insisted for Kenneth to invite his they can focus on their respective showbiz careers. dad so his marriage can have a good start. It would In a separate interview the following day, Sep- have been nice if his marriage had the blessing of tember 10, Vin echoed Sophie’s sentiments saying both his parents.

Ikaw sa makakatapat nitong programa. CAMILLE PRATS “Going against their show, napapanood continued from page 5 ko rin naman yung show nila, malayo ang “Of course, the competition will always kuwento nila sa isa’t isa. be there, but it’s a healthy competition. “Mas natural din ang atake namin sa “Sa co-artists, sa mga katrabaho ko, things, hindi parang mabigat na parang wala akong nararamdaman na personal na alam mong sa pelikula lang mangyayari. atake. “Sa amin, mas reality yung home base “Ang goal lang naman natin ay magtra- namin. baho nang masaya at makapagbigay saya “Yun ang gusto naming i-touch sa mga sa mga viewers natin, yun lang.” tao. Makakatapat ni Camille bilang lead “Sana mahalin nila ito because of its actress ang matagal na rin niyang kilala sa rawness, how they can really relate in the industriya na si Jodi. story.” Ssa pagitan ng mga artista, wala naman Dagdag pa ni Camille, “Actually, halos daw personal na competition ang isa’t isa. lahat naman ngayon is moving towards “I’m a big fan of her and I like how... the love angle. CONTACT she’s also a Christian,” sabi ng Kapuso “Although meron namang iba na actress tungkol sa Kapamilya actress. mabigat pa rin. Siyempre, nandiyan pa Philip Beloso “Yung mga messages niya ay very rin yung mga nawalan ng anak, gustong e pm [email protected] uplifting. maghiganti, revenge type. 8 647.267.9649 “Sabi ko nga, it’s what I like in a person, “But I think the Philippines needs more O facebook.com/fili pinocentretoronto yung beliefs niya, yun mga bagay na I love and comedy more than anything else. @filipinocentretoronto.com admire about her. “Gusto natin ng mas magaan at mas � “Wala, lahat ng ito ay trabaho lang at nakakatawang buhay araw-araw. makapagbigay ng saya.” “Morning show ito, ibig sabihin, gusto @ HOOPDOME : MAY 18, 19 & 20, 2018 nating simulan ang araw nang masaya DIFFERENT STORY. Pagdating lang.” naman sa istorya ng kani-kanilang mga te- leserye, malayo raw ang Ang Forever Ko’y 7 2018 7 Yassi Pressman on why she doesn’t focus on hugot: “Mas masarap ‘yung nakangiti Japan Aircon Maker Leaves Philippines ka kaysa nakasi- mangot.” ‘Changing’ Government Policies Every President is Bad for Business For Yassi, it’s best to celebrate the joys of love—whatev- MANILA - One of the country’s leading the Philippines as their production hub. Philippines, especially since majority of er your relationship status. firms in the airconditioning industry But that’s not the case. Here, they’re scared households still patronize window-type Yassi Pressman is single right now, but she is not bitter. could not convince its Japanese parent because they’re not protected,” he said in aircon units. Daikin only sells split-type She believes there’s joy in focusing on the people who company to put up a production hub in Filipino. aircon units. bring sweetness into her the Philippines, partly because investors The complaint did not necessarily center This comes as Daikin Philippines life, like her father. “Wala feel they are “not protected” under the around the Duterte administration, as expects to sell P3.3 billion worth of aircon siyang kasing sweet. Sa constantly changing investment climate. officials noted that the policy changes units once the current fiscal year ends lahat ng bagay, hinuhuli Top officials of Daikin Airconditioning from one president to another. Previous this March, according to Jed Caburian, niya ang sarili niya, so Philippines Inc. complained about the lack administrations were also guilty of this. division manager under the company’s sales laging lahat ng mga tao of long term continuity in the country’s However, this comes as the Duterte operations. He attributed it partly to brand before him,” she says. policies, noting that investors want to see administration is introducing a series awareness. “Lagi niyang iniisip the rules that are sustained beyond one of tax packages, including one which The company’s airconditioning units kung ano ‘yung mga administration. would rationalize the tax incentives that are not present in major appliance centers, magpapasaya sa amin, ano ‘yung magpapa-smile sa amin.” Partly because of this, they said their companies like Daikin could have benefited relying instead on its vast dealership to parent company, Daikin Industries, Ltd., from. reach to consumers. Caburian said that its ANTI-HUGOT. During this interview, Yassi revealed that had decided to open a production hub in If the company set up in an economic network grew from 43 dealers in 2011 to she chooses to celebrate life and she does not focus on Vietnam in order to help meet the growing zone, it would eventually only pay five more than 300 currently. hugot. global demand for its products, instead of percent gross income earned (GIE) tax in “We’re gaining back the brand awareness “Masasabi ko rin naman na may mga phases ang la- putting it up here in the Philippines. lieu of all taxes, a perk which essentially of Daikin. We have invested a lot in the hat ng tao sa pagiging bitter, lalo na ‘pag galing sa pain Daikin’s operations in Vietnam sell a has no expiration date. This is under the past 2 years in brand awareness,” he said. or breakup,” she says. “Pero masaya maging masaya, million units annually, around ten times currently available tax incentives. Should the target be reached, this means masarap ‘yung sweet, [at mas] masarap yung nakangiti larger than its sales here in the Philippines, However, according to the proposed that the company’s sales would have grown ka kaysa nakasimangot.” wherein only less than a hundred thousand second tax package from the Department 32 percent from the previous fiscal year, She acknowledges that choosing to be happy after a units are sold in a year. of Finance, the perk would be replaced with which is consistent to its annual sales breakup is not easy for everyone: “Puwedeng hindi pa However, in spite of the sales difference, a reduced corporate income tax rate of 15 growth of at least 30 percent since 2010. sila nakaka-move on, puwedeng hindi pa sila nakaka- the country could have hosted the percent based on net taxable income This Moving forward, he said the company hanap ng ibang bagay na magpapasaya sa kanila, or production facility if there were “attractive” 15 percent tax rate could be continued for would grow 40 to 50 percent in terms kulang pa sila ng panibagong sweetness.” tax packages and a sense of continuity in another five years on a per-project basis. of worth of sales in the next fiscal year. its policies, according to Bart Roa, deputy Currently the third largest market player KEEP SMILING. Yassi shares what keeps her smiling, regardless of her relationship status: “Nag-e-enjoy ako division manager under the company’s sales Still bullish years forward in both the household and commercial kapag sama-sama kami ng friends ko, or sama-sama ng operations. segment, Daikin officials said they could family. “Even though our unit sales are not big, Daikin is currently the world’s bestselling challenge the number one spot within three “Usually dinner ‘yan, or minsan movie. Kung hindi if our [tax] packages are very attractive for airconditioning company, but its local years. man sa bahay, sa labas.” investors, of course, they would choose branch is not as popular here in the Yassi isn’t one for bold gestures, though. “Kahit simple, yummy food, okay na.” To level up the fun at these gatherings with friends, she suggests, “If you want na simulan ang fun ng ENVIRONMENTAL CRACKDOWN barkada, why don’t you just open a bottle of San Miguel Flavored Beer? “It is also nice to relax sometimes, especially when you DOT prepares for less tourists in Boracay drink moderately.”

PHILIPPINES - The Department of many other destinations they can go to,” problems within the prescribed period. FUN WITH FRIENDS. Yassi also believes that outdoor Tourism (DOT) is preparing for an Alegre said. Alegre said Boracay brings in so much activities make for sweet moments with friends and expected drop in tourist arrivals in Environment Secretary Roy Cimatu has income in terms of tourism receipts, “but family: “I like adventure and sports. I think sports is still Boracay amid the government’s crackdown tasked the Department of Environment we have to do this if we want to maintain an adventure to me every day.” on business establishments violating and Natural Resources regional office to it.” In January to October 2017, Boracay Yassi is into mountain climbing, biking, swimming, environmental laws in the island resort. issue notices of violations and closure island was visited by 1.669 million tourists and going to the beach. If she can do all of these while “We are ready for that. We know that orders on some 300 business establishments and generated P46.526 billion in tourism traveling, that would be her sweet spot. people love to go to Boracay. What we in Boracay for supposedly violating receipts, data from the Aklan Provincial want to make is an appeal that, for the environmental laws. Tourism Office showed. THE SWEETEST THING. What is the sweetest thing meantime, as we make the island recover Duterte threatened to shut down the Foreigners and Filipinos who live abroad someone has done for Yassi? and bring back its paradise feel, we can island resort if environmental issues are accounted for P31.769 billion of the “Last year, pagkauwi ko sa bahay, when I was nom- direct them to other destinations,” Tourism not addressed in six months. The President tourism-related revenue, while domestic inated pa lang for an award—nominated pa lang, ha—I Undersecretary Frederick Alegre said. tasked Environment Secretary Roy Cimatu tourists spent P14.757 billion. came home to flowers and a teddy bear.” Who was it from? “Hindi naman special someone [at] “‘Yan ang advantage natin. There are to lead a task force that will address romantic.”

DADDY’S GIRL. Yassi follows her dad’s example when it is not a right but a mere privilege. Thus, they they “show disrespect or make offensive utterances comes being sweet towards others. 74 ‘rude’ foreigners barred (foreigners) ought to show respect and courtesy to to symbols of Philippine authority.” “Mapapansin ng kahit sino—tanungin mo sa friends from entering PH in 2017 immigration officers upon their arrival in our ports Rude foreigners will also be blacklisted by the ko, even on the set—I am really sweet to a lot of people. of entry,” Immigration Commissioner Jaime Morente Philippines, but they can appeal his or her inclusion “To ‘yung mga kasama ko sa tent sa taping and to my friends, I am really, I think, a sweet person, so I guess— Arriving passengers wait for their turn at the Immigration counter said in a statement. in the list by “apologizing for his conduct” or by especially to the ones I love—extra [sweet ako]. at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 1 Some foreigners were blacklisted after they left “citing meritorious reasons,” Morente said. “I think sacrifice is one of the sweetest things. Siguro MANILA - At least 74 foreigners were not allowed to the country for being rude to “subport officers,” he “This is done to teach these arrogant and discour- ‘yung sweetest way ko of showing love [for someone] is enter the Philippines in 2017 for disrespecting Immi- added. teous foreigners the lesson that ours is a sovereign that I will accept a lot of things—even if they hurt me—as gration officers, the Bureau of Immigration said . Under a memorandum order issued in 2001, country whose authority they should respect,” he long as it makes you happy.” “The entry and stay of foreigners in the country foreigners may be denied entry to the country should said.

Martha Joy in Concert

FIRST, Don Laurel sings some tunes with Elaine Virola at Rembrandt (PHOTO BY RAYMOND SANTOS). SECOND, Elaine Virola gets Zena Zagala to join her (PHOTO BY RAYMOND SANTOS). THIRD, Philip Beloso poses with Martha Joy. FOURTH, Lady Elvis Zena Zagala (2ND FROM LEFT) poses with friends after the show. FIFTH, Singer Martha Joy entertains the crowd on Valentines at Rembrandt (PHOTO BY RAYMOND SANTOS). 8 2018 8 YAM SURE ABOUT BF’S GENDER Jackie waits for someone who truly deserves her WE ask Yam na kulang sa facilities JACKIE Rice was last enjoy na akong nagtataray. It’s nice REGAL BREAKS JANELLA-ELMO Concepcion if she and he’s very caring, seen in the fantasy rom- to be able to shift to various kinds of com, “My Love from the roles. Next, gusto ko rin ng bida-kon- LOVETEAM had second thoughts maalaga talaga.” Star”. Now, she’s back in trabida roles, for a change.” REGAL Entertainment has decided to break doing kissing scenes How would she a serious drama, “Hindi About her lovelife, she says she’s up the love team with Paolo Ballesteros feel if she’d find out Ko Kayang Iwan Ka’, been loveless for sometime. “May of Elmo Magalo- in “Amnesia Love” that her boyfriend has playing one of the con- mga nanliligaw, pero wala akong na and Janella knowing he’s gay? had a relationship travidas to Yasmien sinasagot, kasi mas masaya ang Salvador. They “No, pareho lang with a gay? “I’m Kurdi. This starts buhay ko ngayon. ‘Yung last will not be seen airing this coming date ko, non-showbiz, hindi naman, kahit lalaki sure I’d feel hurt. together for Monday, Febru- kami magkaintindihan as o gay. And we’re Sana naman, walang their next proj- both professionals. Also, Paolo is mangyaring ganyan sa’kin. I have ary 26, to replace we’re not on the same wave the current hit, length. So hinihintay ko na ects. And this is such a joy to work with kasi laging a boyfriend now, but he’s working just as well after nakakatawa ang mga hirit niya in the States. Long distance rela- “Haplos”. lang kung sino ang ipapadala “I play Ava ni Lord sa akin. As of now, their movie, “My Fairy Tail Love Story”, didn’t kaya we’re just having fun on the tionship kami, but I’m sure totoo Imperial, isang my attitude is aanhin ko do as well as expected at the tills. It didn’t set. We shot the film in an island siyang lalaki. mayamang so- naman ang love life kung even last for one week in some theaters and cialite na dating kasintahan ni Mike lagi lang akong pinaiiyak? My past its run was not at all extended. Tan as Marco,” she says. ‘Yung char- relationships, puro hindi nag-work, Their previous team ups with ABS-CBN, acter ko ang tiyak na gugustuhing e. So I have to let go. I have yet to SEX Berman says. whether on TV in the teleserye “Born for You” “Getting to the point where you are sampalin ng viewers ng show dahil meet someone who I can feel na truly or on the big screen in “Bloody Crayons”, also continued from page 14 highly aroused and reaching orgasm can for sure na maiinis sila sa akin.” deserves me.” didn’t fare favorably with TV and movie audi- toning exercises including the “Elvis Pelvis” be good cardiovascular activity,” she says. So, is she ready for bashers who to help readers and their partners think “That’s why we tell people in poor cardio- will pounce on her in social media? ences who are obviously not “kinikilig” with sexy. To do this move, stand naked facing vascular health to avoid sex,” she says. VIVA SIGNS UP FIRST KOREAN their love team. So now, Janella is paired with your partner and press your pelvises “Naku, sorry na lang, wala akong newcomer Jameson Blake of Hastags in “So together for balance. Raise your arms to Healthy Sex Cuts Frustra- pakialam sa bashers. Hinahayaan ko TALENT the ceiling and lean back while maintaining lang silang magalit dahil hindi ako Connected”, directed by Jason Paul Laxama- pelvic contact. Hold for three seconds, tion, Stress pumapatol sa kanila. Kahit kung na, while Elmo is doing a barkada movie with repeat five times. Howard Shapiro, MD, a New York City AGRESIBO ang Viva Group of Companies No doubt about it, “sex is good weight-loss specialist and author of books minsan, nasasaktan ako, lalo pag other young actors in “Walwal Boys”, directed exercise,” says Laura Berman, PhD, LCSW, a including the forthcoming Picture Perfect personal ang mga birada nila, dined- hindi lamang sa paggawa ng projects for by Jose Javier Reyes. Well, here’s hoping that clinical assistant professor of obstetrics-gy- Prescription, puts it this way: “If someone edma ko na lang. Iniisip ko na lang cinema and television but also in signing up these new projects of theirs will perform better necology and psychiatry at the Feinberg has a healthy sex life, they will be less na kung nagagalit man sila sa akin, talents. frustrated and people eat less when they at the box office this time. School of Medicine of Northwestern Univer- it only means na nabibigyan ko ng sity in Chicago, and director of the Berman are not frustrated,” he says. Viva Artists Agency has signed up Korean Folks are asking us why we didn’t review justice ang role ko at very convincing Center. “It gets your heart rate up even if People also eat more when they are actor Jin Ju Hyung for a “My Fairy Tail Love Story”. It’s because the you are not having extremely acrobatic lonely, and often people involved in loving ang acting ko.” five-year contract. Siya ang sex,” she tells WebMD. sexual relationships are not lonely, he tells director, Perci Intalan, is a good friend of ours. She’s played lead roles before. kauna-unahang foreign WebMD. “A healthy sex life decreases stress Doesn’t she mind playing contrav- So we’re partial about it and we’d rather not Mix It Up and some people turn to food when they talent to be managed by ida roles now? “Okay lang naman. write about our not-so-positive observations on “Sex is a form of exercise especially if under stress.” Viva. you incorporate different positions,” she Shapiro routinely tells his clients that Magandang career path ang pagiging the movie. says. “If you move around a little bit and falling in love and out of love are the two character actress kasi you don’t have Maraming followers ang Suffice it to say that one reason why flex your muscles, it can be a very good best diets out there. “There is much more to worry na ikaw ang magdadala Korean actor and has appeared in the movie, people avoided is because of Janella’s lam- exercise,” she says. than sex involved in weight loss,” he says You and Me. Recent research shows that exercise in -- namely eating a healthy low-calorie diet. ng buong show. And I guess, alam entable tiff with her own unstoppable mom short bursts over the course of the day can “If someone is involved in a relationship naman ng GMA kunsaan ilalagay ang He had several visits to the country which that undoubtedly had very negative effects on be as effective as 30 to 40 minutes in a row. and has a healthy sex life, that’s great,” mga artista nila, so happy ako. Kasi, he considers his second home. He has become her career. We hope it will not have the same “You could use sex as 15 to 20 minutes of he cautions. “But if someone is out there hindi ako nawawalan ng project nang fond of eating sinigang and promised to try dismal effect on her “So Connected” movie, your exercise routine and then do some- having a lot of sex with a lot of people, it matagal, e. May guestings din naman thing else at a different point of the day.” may create stress,” he says. This type of pro- balut next time. since it’s obvious that she and her mom are ako sa other drama shows na bida Another perk: “Sex is the kind of exer- miscuity can also increases risk of sexually Working with Filipinos is a dream come not at all well connected at this point. cise that most people don’t find boring,” transmitted disease. pa rin ako, mabait pa rin, pero mas true for the Korean heartthrob.

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9 2018 9 PH joins global alliance to beat IS

able at state.gov. across the internet and other social media The US-led Global vehicles.” Coalition to Defeat The Philippine government has yet to ISIS was formed in announce its participation in the coalition. Kathryn reacts 2014. In May 2017, the ISIS-inspired Maute Kuwait played host group besieged Marawi City in the South- to the meeting of the ern Philippines. This prompted President to Liza-Daniel anti-ISIS coalition and Rodrigo Duterte to declare martial law announced a donation across the Mindanao region. ‘tease’ Members of a U.S.-led coalition fighting against the Islamic State group pose for a group of $330 million to help The battle between the Maute group photograph in Kuwait City, Kuwait, Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2018. Members of the U.S.-led coalition fund Iraq’s reconstruc- and government troops lasted for near- KATHRYN Bernardo has mixed emotions about their hit group met Tuesday at Kuwait’s Bayan Palace as American officials are pressing their partners to tion. ly five months, which resulted in the action-fantasy, “La Luna Sangre”, as it ends next Friday, refocus efforts, overcome rivalries and concentrate on the eradication from Iraq and Syria of the “As ISIS has evolved, displacement of thousands of civilians and to be replaced by “Bagani” by the LizQuen loveteam. extremist group. so has the coalition. left Marawi City in ruins. “Ang dami kong ginawang firsts sa show na ito kaya it’ll The guiding principles The militants were defeated and failed The Philippines has joined a United be very memorable for me,” says Kathryn. “Remember States-led broad international coalition that were adopted by the coalition today to establish an ISIS territory or wilayat in lay out our vision for the future role of Mindanao. that when the series started, I was playing two different that seeks to crush terror organization characters, Miyo and Toni. At ‘yung si Mio, lalake, so first Islamic State (IS), Secretary of State Rex the coalition to continue this fight against During the so-called Marawi City ISIS,” Tillerson said. siege, the US extended its support to the time ko to play a man kaya binago ko hitsura ko pati W. Tillerson announced. moves ko. First time ko ring mag-action nang todo-todo “We were able to announce today it’s According to Tillerson, the coalition was Philippines by providing counter-terror and I’d really like to thank Daniel dahil inalalayan niya now 75 members because we welcomed committed to “destroying ISIS wherever weapons to Philippine soldiers. The US the Philippines,” Tillerson said in a joint it may be, denying its ability to recruit, also pledged aid in the rehabilitation of ako talaga sa fight scenes ko at sa stunts ko. Hindi biro press briefing with the Kuwaiti foreign move foreign terrorist fighters, transfer the war-torn city. ‘yung role ko as Malia dahil nahirapan talaga ako. At minister, which transcript was made avail- funds, and spread their false propaganda dahil halos isang taon kaming nagte-taping almost every- day, may nabuo kaming pamilya sa set kaya nagse-sepa- ration anxiety rin ako now as the show is about to end.” What are the good qualities of Malia that she imbibed SURRENDER TO CHINA which is reportedly rich in natural gas and that must be respected and adhered to. and would like to retain in herself even after the show is continued from page 1 oil, is within our EEZ. It should be ours. over? “Una sa lahat, ‘yung power of love. Ang pagmamahal, a sellout but as total surrender of our The President should not declare it as co- An agreement national territory to the Chinese,” Bayan owned by China,” he said. ‘yan pa rin ang pinakamakapangyarihan sa lahat. Ang Muna Rep. Carlos Zarate said. In fact, Zarate said previous adminis- But Malacañang said a joint exploration dami naming pinagdaanan dito ni Daniel as Tristan and “It sends a dangerously wrong message trations had awarded contracts to Filipi- is only an agreement like “between two Malia, but at the end of the day, we show na kahit gaano that the Duterte administration disregards no companies to explore for natural gas corporate entities.” kasama ang isang tao, you can change him through love. our hard won victory at the International in Recto Bank. He added the Duterte “We are not entering into a sovereign Hindi madali ang naging journey namin but the import- Tribunal on the Law of the Sea,” he said government should resume exploration in agreement for exploration. It will be an ant thing is hawak kamay pa rin kami para malampasan Zarate recalled that on July 12, 2016, that area even if China opposes it. agreement, if we do, between two cor- lahat ng mga pagsubok and I can apply that in real life.” the tribunal, in a 501-page award, decided Zarate pointed out the country was porate entities,” presidential spokesman Recently, TV host Robi Domingo was bashed by considering sourcing natural gas from Harry Roque said. in favor of the Philippines and declared KathNiel fans for teasing Daniel and Liza Soberano at the Recto Bank as the nearby Malampaya gas Roque cited as precedent the Joint Ma- that China does not have historic rights to ASAP backstage. What can she say this? the South China Sea or West Philippine is drying up. rine Seismic Undertaking (JMSU) entered For his part, Rep. Antonio Tinio of Alli- into by the Philippines and China during “For me, walang problema,” she says. “Hindi issue at Sea, and that its “nine-dash line” claim all. Tumawag si Robi, nag-sorry pa. Kilala ko siya, I’m had no legal basis. Beijing vowed not to ance of Concerned Teachers said the Pres- the Arroyo administration. ident’s co-ownership statement “indicates Roque stressed that allowing a private sure wala siyang masamang intention. Na-misinterpret comply with the ruling issued by Perma- lang siya ng ibang tao. So tigilan na nila ang pamba-bash nent Court of Arbitration based in The that Duterte is prepared to give away our firm to start joint exploration with a sa kanya kasi okay kaming dalawa.” Hague. national patrimony in the West Philippine Chinese group anytime soon under the So what’s in store for the KathNiel loveteam now that Zarate said Duterte’s co-ownership Sea…and to throw the favorable interna- present administration would not be statement “is reversing our country’s his- tional court ruling in the gutter.” tantamount to surrendering the country’s “La Luna Sangre” is ending? “We have a show abroad, toric victory at the international tribunal “He has thoroughly exposed himself as sovereign rights over areas clearly within U.S. tour in March, then pagbalik namin sa April, we’ll and he is now giving the West Philippine the principal agent of Chinese economic, Philippine territory. start shooting a new movie under Direk Cathy Molina. Sea to China on a silver platter.” political, and military expansion in the The JMSU is a tripartite agreement be- So abangan nyo ‘yun. As of now, we just want to thank “Justifying the arrangement with China Philippines,” he said. tween the Philippines, China and Vietnam all the viewers who supported ‘LaLuna Sangre’ at huwag as co-ownership can even be construed Former national security adviser and to conduct seismic exploration in an area kayong bibitaw dahil marami pang pasabog sa last few as capitulation to China’s militarization Parañaque representative Roilo Golez spanning 142,886 square meters west of episodes.” program in the area,” he said. urged Malacañang to clarify Duterte’s Palawan. He said the Chinese became aggres- pronouncement of “co-ownership” with Legal luminaries have argued the 1987 sive in the disputed territories after they Beijing. Constitution explicitly provides that the AMAZING MICHAEL V completed a joint marine seismic research “This thing needs immediate Palace state shall have full control and supervi- clarification. If not, it might affect our sion over the exploration, development during the Arroyo administration. HINDI lamang ang Eat Bulaga ang maitu- China saw the resources those areas hold legal position. Those kind of statements and utilization of the country’s natural and have since militarized them, he added. can be used against our own legal posi- resources, including marine wealth in its turing na the longest noontime show in the In Marawi City, Duterte said China has tion because in tends to show that we archipelagic waters, territorial seat and land and still hard to beat. offered joint exploration in some of the are acknowledging China’s ownership of exclusive economic zone. The use and Another longest running whatever percentage there is in our very enjoyment of the resources are exclusive to disputed islets and features in the West show ay ang Bubble Gang Philippine Sea. West Philippine Sea. I am just hoping the Filipino citizens. It’s like co-ownership and it’s better than President was simply misquoted,” Golez They also pointed out that the govern- na kahit na wala na si Ogie fighting the Chinese, he said. said. ment could allow services or the contract Alcasid ay patuloy ang Zarate said some of the contested sea He said the international arbitral ruling of services of corporations wholly or 60 is clear that not a single square inch in the percent owned by Filipinos. pamamayagpag. And all features clearly belong to the Philippines, because of the genius of as they are within the country’s 200-mile West Philippine Sea is owned by China. The Philippines suspended exploration exclusive economic zone (EEZ). Golez pointed out the international in the Reed Bank in 2014 as it pursued Michael V who is also a longtime endorser of a “Recto Bank or Reed Bank, for in- tribunal ruling in favor of the Philippines international arbitration to challenge dishwashing detergent. stance, which is not far from Palawan and has become part of an international law Beijing’s massive territorial claim.

10 2018 10 Miguel Tanfelix on Kambal Karibal Filipino is new dean at Fordham University going against La Luna Sangre: “Kathniel yun...” NEW YORK — A Filipino teacher-scholar, Miguel Tanfelix and naming show. pastoral leader, and administrator, is the new dean of Fordham University’s Bianca Umali get bashed “Basta kami, ginagawa namin ng buong Graduate School of Religion by netizens as their show puso ang show namin and the rest will Kambal, Karibal compete and Religious Education follow.” (GRE). with Kathryn Bernardo Aminado naman si Miguel na noong Faustino M. Cruz, S.M. and Daniel Padilla’s show La Luna Sangre, the una, talagang kabado at pressured daw sila began his new role in July last youngAs actor pays them no mind. “Kung maliit kami ni Bianca na itatapat sila sa isang malaking year. Cruz, who has more than sa paningin nila, okay lang. Basta kami ni Bianca teleserye at sikat na love team. 25 years of experience in teaching and men- ginagawa namin ang best namin.” “Of course, KathNiel yun at established toring, also helped to train pastoral ministers, na talaga ang story ng show nila. therapists, religious educators, and other Kumpara noong magsimula ang primetime “Kami, nagtiwala lang kami sa isa ’t isa. leaders from culturally diverse ecumenical series na Kambal Karibal sa GMA-7, ngayon ay Sa director namin, sa story, sa lahat-lahat.” and interreligious backgrounds for practices nakatapat at minsan ay nakalalamang na nga Ngunit kahit maganda na ang naitatala within and beyond their communities. “In Father Cruz we have found both a raw sa TV ratings ang pinagbibidahang prime- nilang ratings, ayaw pa rin naman daw Sinagot naman ni Miguel ang mga ganitong scholar and a priest with a deep commitment time series ng Kapuso artists na sina Bianca nilang maging kampante. pamba-bash sa kanila. to pastoral care,” Joseph M. McShane, S.J., Umali at Miguel Tanfelix. Ayon kay Miguel, “Mahirap na maging Aniya, “Well, sa akin naman wala naman po president of Fordham told Fordham News. Ang katapat nito sa ABS-CBN ay ang kampante, hindi namin iniisip yun. Basta akong masasabi kung minamaliit nila kami. “He brings to the dean’s position an incisive magwawakas na teleserye na La Luna Sangre kami, ginagawa lang namin ang kailangan “Kung maliit kami sa paningin nila, okay mind and a steadying presence. Therefore, na pinagbibidahan nina Kathryn Bernardo at naming gawin.” lang. I expect the Graduate School of Religion Daniel Padilla. “Basta kami ni Bianca and Religious Education to flourish and grow Malaki ang fan base ng love team ng Kath- At kung sakali at pagkatapos daw ng Kambal Karibal na under his leadership.” ginagawa namin ang Niel, kung kaya’t maraming netizens ang hindi nasa prime-time slot ay maisipan ng network na ilagay sila ni Born and raised in Manila, Philippines, Cruz best namin. tanggap na nakapantay o nakalalamang ang Bianca sa panghapong oras, hindi raw ito magiging isyu sa immigrated to the United States in 1982. He “Like noong una nga, Kambal, Karibal sa La Luna Sangre. kanila. was ordained a priest of the U.S. Province of hindi namin inakala na Dahil dito ay nakatatanggap ng pamba-bash Ang katwiran ni Miguel sa bagay na ito, “No problem. the Society of Mary (Marists) in 1988, and makakatapat kami sa spent over two decades ministering in migrant sina Miguel at Bianca, at sinasabihang tila wala “Basta blessing po kasi sa amin yun at ang importante, ratings at malalamangan and refugee communities in the United States pa sila sa kalingkingan ng naabot na kasikatan pinapahalagahan kami ng network, inaalagaan kami ng net- pa namin ang kalaban at parish, diocesan, and national levels. ng KathNiel. work.”

Mga dating reyna “Mara Clara” na tinampukan nina Judy Ann hong hindi gumagawa ng pelikula. tions and how to at Gladys Reyes (1992-1997) habang ang do them. Mas ng TV, muling pag- “Mula sa Puso” na tinampukan ng loveteam No tell-all book for Paolo maraming magig- noon nina Claudine at Rico Yan ay tumagal ing interesado roon naman ng almost two years (1997-1999). kasi kahit sa ibang sasamahin Paolo Ballesteros plays a gay guy who “Mara Clara” was remade in 2010 hanggang bansa, pinag-uusa- figures in an accident and gets amnesia, so he 2011 na tinampukan naman nina Kathryn pan siya.” forgets that he’s gay in Viva’s new offering, Bernardo at Julia Montes, dalawa sa major “Amnesia Love.” “It’s not easy pala, mahirap young stars sa kasalukuyang henerasyon. magpanggap kasi nga, lately, puro beki roles Never pang nagsama sa isang proyekto Maraming closet queens ang ginagampanan ko,” he laughs. sina Juday at Claudine kaya marami ang He has kissing scenes with his leading lady, sa showbiz nai-excite kung matutuloy ang plano ng Star Yam Concepcion. How was it? “Okay lang Para sa amin, tama ang hakbang na ginawa Cinema na pagsamahin ang dalawa kasama kasi friends naman kami since we did ‘yung ni Mark Bautista na manahimik na lamang “Mara Clara” co-star ni Juday na si Gladys. movie na ‘Bakit Lahat ng Gwapo may Boy- and not entertain querries tungkol sa sex Sina Juday at Claudine ay parehong friend’ last year. Actually, bale leading man experience niya with a male friend which dumalo sa renewal of vows wedding ng mag- ko rin dito si Polo Ravales, kaya lang, wala he revealed in his book, Beyond the Mark. asawang Gladys at Christopher Roxas last kaming kissing scene. Wala pa akong lalaking At this point ay humupa na rin ang ingay na January 23, 2018 at doon muli nabuhay ang naka-love scene kasi virgin pa ako, e. Charot!” idinulot ng pasabog ni Mark. Naging open idea na pagsamahin sa isang movie project KUNG nung late 70’s to mid-80’s ay sina Would he do a movie with Mark Bautista, secret ito noong kainitan ng issue a few years sina Juday, Claudine at Gladys. Janice de Belen at ang yumaong si Julie Vega who just outed himself in his tell-all book? back. Casting coup na maituturing kapag natuloy ang mga prinsesa ng teleserye sa pamamagitan Will he dare come up with a similar book? Sa totoo lang ay marami pa ang katulad ni ang pagsasama sa isang pelikula sina Juday, ng kanilang respective hit afternoon TV series “Okay lang to do a movie with him, kung Mark who prefers to be closet queens dahil Claudine at Gladys under Star Cinema at na “Flordeluna” at “Anna Liza,” sina Judy gusto rin ba niya, e. But to do a revealing inaalagaan nila ang kanilang career. Ilan sa magandang pang-Mother’s Day presentation. Ann Santos at Claudine Barretto naman ang book like that, I’d rather come up with a kanila ay singers din. Ito rin bale ang magsisilbing movie comeback nagreyna nung dekada nubenta. book showing my make-up transforma- Bumilang ng halos limang taon sa ere ang ni Claudine na matagal-tagal na ring pana-

11 2018 11 Ombudsman dismisses CW Gwen Garcia House Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez refuses to follow order MANILA, Philippines – Saying “there is to dismiss Garcia over the purchase her participation in an ongoing Director Antoinette “Tonet” Jadaone admits feeling frustrated about nothing in the Constitution” that allows it, of the nearly P100-million Balili House justice committee hearing to delays in shooting for her upcoming movie with James Reid and Nadine Lustre, titled Never Not Love You. “Sumama [ang loob] House Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez said on property back in 2008. Half of the determine probable cause in an im- bilang isang storyteller, bilang isang creator, bilang isang director Monday, February 12, that he would “defi- property, it turned out, was under- peachment case against Chief Justice na mahal yung pelikula.” However, she says that she understands nitely not” implement the Ombudsman’s water and part of a mangrove area. Maria Lourdes Sereno. Nadine’s situation. dismissal order against Cebu 3rd District Members of Congress say only Alvarez’s opinion differs from that Representative and Deputy Speaker Gwen they can suspend, sanction, or of House Majority Leader Rodolfo Garcia (PHOTO). dismiss congressional members. Fariñas, who had earlier told report- Director Tonet Jadaone “My appropriate action is not to im- Alvarez said he considered the Ombuds- ers that they would “refer to plenary” the plement the order. Why? Because there is man’s order a dismissal order for Garcia case of Garcia. Fariñas, who is also a lawyer, speaks up about de- nothing in the Constitution that allows me as governor, and not as representative of said they would determine too if the Om- to do that. In fact, it is not within the pow- Cebu’s 3rd District. Garcia was governor of budsman’s order was valid in the first place. layed shooting of Ja- er of the Ombudsman to discipline, much the province when the purchase was made. Similarly in 2016, the Ombudsman tried more to remove any member of the House “The order was late. It should have come – but failed – to dismiss a sitting member Dine movie of Representatives. If I dismiss [Garcia], I out when she was still governor,” added of Congress. It ordered the dismissal of would be violating the Constitution,” said Alvarez. Senator Joel Villanueva in 2016 but the Nagsalita na ang direktor na si Antoinette Alvarez in an interview with media. Pressed on the legality of the Ombuds- Senate voted not to enforce the order, ‘Tonet’ Jadaone tungkol sa pagkaka-delay ng Article XI of the Constitution, however, man’s order, Alvarez insisted: “Wala akong adopting the opinion that only Congress shooting ng pelikula nina Nadine Lustre at James specifies under Accountability of Public Of- makita sa Constitution, kanina ko pa can sanction its members. Reid, ang Never Not Love You. ficers, that the Ombudsman may: “Direct binabasa, walang provision na nagsasabi na Senate lawyer Maria Valentina Cruz Sabi niya, “Huwag tayong maniwala sa sabi-sa- bi. Huwag tayo maniwala sa tsismis.” the officer concerned to take appropriate puwedeng gawin ‘yun (I’ve been reading the argued then that under Republic Act 6770 Hindi na nagdetalye pa si Direk Tonet tungkol action against a public official or employee Constitution and I cannot find a provision or the Ombudsman Act of 1989 and the sa pagkakaantala ng shooting, subalit tiniyak at fault, and recommend his removal, sus- that says [the Ombudsman] can [sanction a Ombudsman’s Rules of Procedure, the Om- niyang matutuloy ang pelikula. pension, demotion, fine, censure, or prose- sitting member of Congress]).” budsman has no disciplinary and adminis- “Tuloy po. Na-delay, pero tuloy yung movie.” cution, and ensure compliance therewith.” Garcia had earlier criticized the “timing” trative authority, respectively, over members Subalit inamin din ng female director na suma- The Ombudsman announced its decision of the Ombudsman’s order, linking it to of Congress. ma ang loob niya sa pagkaka-delay ng pelikula, “Sumama [ang loob] bilang isang storyteller, bil- ang isang creator, bilang isang director na mahal yung pelikula.” FATTY PORK yayari rin ‘yung magkaroon ako ng bagong lovelife, but I Nang tanungin tungkol sa mga diumano’y continued from page 13 How Lovi becomes will make sure muna na kilalang-kilala na namin talaga parinigan na naganap sa social media, tumanggi ang isa’t isa before I commit again.” nang magsalita si Direk Tonet. Erich’s idol after ac- She’s now more daring and showing more skin in her “Hindi ko alam. Ayoko na magsalita! lead to health problems due to its high fat content. “Feeling ko kasi, pinapalaki siya kapag nanini- However, in a study published by BBC recently, projects. Is this a deliberate career move? “Siyempre po, cidental ‘tiff’ we’re not getting any younger naman, so graduate na wala sa tsismis, sa mga sabi-sabi.” Subalit naiintindihan daw niya ang naging pork fat has been crowned the eighth most nutri- tayo sa pabebe roles. Teenager pa ako when I first joined Erich Gonzales is so fulfilled that after her hit movie in kundisyon ni Nadine kaya na-pack up ang shoot- tious food on the planet! showbiz, but now, 27 na ako. Hindi na puwede ‘yung the recent Metro Filmfest, “Siargao”, she’s now in the cast ing nila. “After analysing more than paulit-ulit na pa-cute at tweetums, dapat may variation of another potential hit, “The Significant Other”, a love Matatandaang sinabi ni Nadine na na-delay 1,000 raw foods, researchers din. At kung hindi ko gagawin ngayon, kailan pa? Kaya triangle flick where she plays the controversial role of the ang shooting dahil naging madalas ang kanyang ranked the ingredients that provide ready na talaga ako to play more mature and more other woman and which opens this Wednesday. So, how is pagkakasakit. demanding roles.” Napag-alaman din ng aktres sa kanyang doktor the best balance of your daily nu- it to be the “kabit”? na mayroon siyang inverted cervical curve. tritional requirements – and they “Okay naman,” she says. “Very challenging. Na-explain found a few surprises.” namang mabuti why my character, Nicole, had an affair Suspecta in Joanna Demafe- DID NADINE UNFOLLOW TONET? “Hin- Needless to say, pork fat is one of the pleasant with Tom Rodriguez. Hindi ko kasi alam na married na di niya kasi talaga ako pina-follow, so imposibleng surprises as it is more unsaturated and healthier siya kay Lovi Poe kasi they kept their marriage a secret lis murder arrested i-unfollow niya ako. than lamb or beef fat. Also, it is a good source of para hindi mag-suffer ang career ni Lovi as the country’s “Si James yung nagpa-follow sa akin. Nag- B vitamins and minerals, which are vital for our top model. But in real life, of course, I will never settle to MANILA, Philippines – The principal suspect in the murder karoon yata ng technical something doon sa human body. being just the number two.” of Joanna Demafelis, the 29-year-old overseas Filipino Instagram niya, parang auto.” Magre-resume daw ang shooting ng Never Not Meanwhile, here are the other items that So is she and Lovi okay now after their much talked worker (OFW) found with signs of torture, dead in a freez- about tiff that resulted from shooting a violent slapping Love You ngayong Pebrero, at nasa 60 percent na made it to the list of top 10 most nutritious food: er in Kuwait, has been arrested. Demafelis’ body allegedly ang kanilang natatapos para sa pelikula. scene? “Yes, we’re okay. We’re super good friends. What showed signs of torture. Almonds Cherimoya Ocean perch Flat fish Chia happened naman was just an accident. Nawindang lang seeds Pumpkin seeds Swiss chard Pork fat Beet The arrested suspect is Nader Essam Assaf, a Lebanese DIREK TONET’S BLOG POST. Noong Janu- kami kasi sobrang intense. Pero hindi naman namin pare- national. Philippine Foreign Secretary greens Snapper ary 13, Sabado, nag-post si Direk Tonet tungkol sa ho ginusto ‘yung sumabit ang kamay ko sa hikaw niya at Alan Peter Cayetano said he has biglaang pagkansela sa dapat sana’y shooting nila Although many find this discovery hard to be- nagdugo. Hindi ako napikon like what others wrote. What informed President Rodrigo Duterte noong araw na iyon, sa hindi malamang dahilan. lieve, a nutritionist from Singapore concurred with we did is parte lang ng work namin at ibinigay lang namin about Assaf’s arrest. Nasundan naman ito ng isang blog post noong the result and said that pork fat is actually rich in ang hinihingi ng eksena at ni Direk Joel Lamangan. We “The President welcomes the news January 15, kung saan inamin ng direktor na siya oleic acid and contains 60 per cent monounsatu- just delivered what he ordered us to do.” that Nader Essam Assaf is now in the ay “worried” sa “erratic” shooting schedule ng rated fat. Is it true she calls Lovi now Lodi? “Yes, idol ko kasi hands of authorities in Lebanon,” kanyang pelikula na tinawag niyang “#foolish- siya sa kanyang diligent workouts. Perfect fitspiration Cayetano said. movie.” “Monounsaturated fat and oleic Direk Tonet did not anme the movie but ang kanyang figure. And I’m really happy to be given “Assaf’s arrest is a critical first step in our quest for acid are beneficial to our heart, netizens sensed it was the JaDine movie. The the chance to work with her kasi nga we’re connected justice for Joanna and we are thankful to our friends in arteries and skin. It can regulate with different networks. Sa mga eksena namin sa movie, original title of the movie was Five Years Later, Kuwait and Lebanon for their assistance,” the Philippines’ then became Here’s To The Fools, until it became our hormones as well.” “However, magkaaway kami, laging galit sa isa’t isa, but off cam, top diplomat added. Assaf and his wife have been the excessive consumption of fatty pork masaya kami.” Her ex-BF Daniel Matsunaga is very open Never Not Love You. subject of a manhunt by Interpol. Then netizens speculated on the reasons for the in posting his photos with his new girlfriend, a Polish will lead to obesity, so it’s best to His Syrian wife Mona Hassoun remains in custody in delay January 13. eat it with vegetables. Boiling or model, on social media. She, in turn, is being linked to a Damascus, the official said. May ilang netizens na nagsabing ang “sobrang stir frying it is recommended,” she handsome non- showbiz guy named Mateo Lorenzo, who Cayetano said he expects Kuwait to request Assaf’s kalasingan” diumano ni James ang dahilan kung said. reportedly comes from a well-to-do family. What’s the real extradition “so he could stand trial in Kuwait.” bakit hindi ito nakasipot sa shooting. score between them? She added that as long as the meat is not Demafelis’ remains were brought back to the Philip- May nagsabi namang nagkasakit si Nadine kaya “I remain single po. Ang dami kong trabaho right now, pines on February 16. hindi ito nakarating sa shooting. processed and doesn’t contain processed lard, so I don’t think I’m ready na pumasok sa isang bagong But Direk Tonet did not answer the specula- the meat should be beneficial to our health with The murder of Joanna Demafelis sparked outrage in relationship. Trabaho talaga ang siyang only priority ko the Philippines and prompted President Rodrigo Duterte tions anymore. moderate consumption. ngayon. Love can wait, but the opportunities coming my to impose a departure ban for Filipinos planning to work way cannot. They are great blessings, so sa career muna in Kuwait. JADAONE ON JADINE po ako. I believe naman that in God’s perfect time, mang- continued on page 24

12 2018 12 Spotlight AVENIDA RIZAL, BEFORE LRT

ABOVE , Noli Gumapac, Gil Valencia, Nonoy Zuniga and Joey Albert and photographer. BELOW, Nonoy Zuniga, Joey Albert and Dr. Solon Guzman pose at Something Sweet. Fatty Pork is now BELOW MIDDLE, Dr. Solon Guzman and friends pose with Joey Albert. BELOW FAR RIGHT, Drs. Solon and Josephine Guzman watch the Joey Albert-Nonoy Zuniga concert Top 10 Most Nutritious with their daughters Princess and Angeline. Food in the World Pork belly is considered the holy grail for most pork lovers; after all, who can resist its juicy fat content that oozes with so much flavour the moment we sink our teeth into it! Having said that, we do know that excessive consumption of this particular meat can

FATTY PORK continued on page 12

13 2018 13 Ang Kapuso singer-actress ang napili para gumanap bilang bagong Gigi sa UK namin ‘yung tamang panahon na i-share ang good news sa ating mga kaba- Musikal at paghahadaan na niya ang latest role. Aicelle Santos, lilipad na patungong UK tour ng nasabing stage musical. bayan.” Dagdag pa ng Traffic Diva, pumunta daw siya sa audition nang sabihin sa “Physically I need to prepare dahil kailangan nating magsuot ng sexy doon. I ngayong Marso para sa ‘Miss Saigon’ Sa ulat ni Lhar Santiago sa 24 Oras, ibinahagi ni Aicelle na December kanyang ng manager niyang si Carlo Orosa na naghahanap ng bagong Gigi. need to watch Miss Saigon, and kailangan ko siguro manghingi ng payo mula sa pa lamang ay alam na niya ang magandang balita. “Pumunta naman ako without any expectations. Kung mayroong audition na aking nanay at tatay, Isay and Robert Seña,” kuwento niya. Aalis na ng Pilipinas sa third week of March si Aicelle Santos at pupun- Aniya, “I am very excited, happy, and overwhelmed po. Actually, tingin mo puwede ka, then go for it.” Excited na rin daw ang kanyang mga kapwa Pinoy sa UK na sina Rachelle Ann ta na sa United Kingdom para simulan ang rehearsals sa Miss Saigon. December pa lang alam na namin ‘yung balita. Hinintay na lang din Tatapusin lang daw ni Aicelle ang kanyang stint bilang Elsa sa Himala: Isang Go, Gerald Santos at Red Concepcion.

FIRST, (Left to right) Ms. Teen Philippines Canada Jenna Ramos, GMA Kapuso Foundation Founder and Ambassador Mel C. Tiangco, Ms. Philippines Canada Recham Saeed, and Mrs. Philippines Leila Elcano. SECOND, FV Foods Mel galeon poses with Martin Nievera at ASAP Toronto 2017. THIRD, Binibining Pilipinas contestant Agatha Romero appears at a meet and greet at Morganfield’s restaurant in Pasay city. FOURTH, Binibining Pilipinas candidate Agatha Romero (on the right) helps promote Habitat for Humanity.

Starting March 1, Arianne will go on Facebook DOES SEX COUNT Thea Tolentino, masaya sa mga live to play games, ask juicy questions, and do shout AS EXERCISE? nagalit kay Lucille sa ‘Haplos’ outs with your favorite Kapuso stars. Bedroom Olympics Make sure to catch Arianne Bautista on Kapuso ArtisTambayan this week where she will be joined by may be key to fitness Vibrant and blooming si Thea Tolentino habang on-screen love team Ashley Ortega and Enrico Cuen- nasa kaniyang contract renewal with GMA Artist and weight loss. ca only on GMA Network’s official Facebook page. Center. Many newly engaged women drop weight Sa isang exclusive interview, sinabi ni Thea na without even trying from the stress and anxiety of sa anim na taon niya nang pagiging Kapuso ay tila planning a wedding and in some ways, New York pamilya na ang tingin niya sa mga katrabaho rito. KC Concepcion reveals Lovi Poe’s City-based model and actress Kerry McCloskey was no exception. She lost 23 pounds in the six Aniya, “Sobrang saya kasi mayroon talagang dad FPJ taught her how to play months after she got engaged, but it wasn’t from mga tao rito na matuturing kong family. Sila ‘yung stress. It was from sex -- lots of it! mga kasabayan kong magsimula rito sa GMA, sina “It was during a particular time of romance tong-its and passion after I got engaged and I saw the Mikoy, Juancho, and more.” effects that increased sex had on my body,” she Kamakailan lang ay gumanap si Thea bilang Kapuso primetime star Lovi Poe had a chance tells WebMD. This epiphany led to more research Lucille sa katatapos lang na-serye na Haplos at nag- and her new book called the Ultimate Sex Diet encounter with Sharon Cuneta’s daughter, KC Con- . “I felt better immediately,” McCloskey says, iwan siya ng mensahe sa cast members niya sa show. cepcion, in the rustic paradise of Amanpulo, Palawan “because sex is a mood enhancer; the more you “Masaya ako na nakatrabaho ko sila kasi madami this week. have it, the more endorphins that are released.” akong natutunan,” wika niya. Endorphins are the brain’s feel-good chemicals. #SandAngel: Lovi Poe fires up IG with her sexy Ano naman kaya ang masasabi niya sa reaction ng photo on the beach Desperate Housewives Diet? mga netizens na tila bwisit na bwisit sa karakter niya In KC’s Instagram post, she shared one of her According to McCloskey and a growing body sa Haplos? fondest memories with The King of Philippine of research, we can all learn something from “Sabi nila kapag nagagalit sa’yo ‘yung tao, magan- the wanton women of Wisteria Lane on ABC’s hit Movies Fernando Poe, Jr., who happens to be her comedy Desperate Housewives who bed-hop in da ‘yung pinapakita mong performance. Nakaka-inis godfather. and out of their marriages and all have rather at totoong nakikita nilang masama ‘yung character She posted, “So her dad, Ninong FPJ, was my exceptional figures. na pino-portray ko.” “It begins with thinking sexy thoughts and godfather who taught me how to play Philippine making sex a priority,” she says of her sex diet. Poker (Tong-its!) when I was just a child. Lovely “I recommend having sex three to five times per sharing paradise with this one! @lovipoe” week, which can be accomplished by doubling up Arianne Bautista is the ArtisTam- on the weekends,” McCloskey says. On average, Lovi replied to KC’s post and thanked her for the sex burns 150 to 250 calories per half hour. bayan “Tambay of the Month” for March sweet story about her dad. “Since it’s free and so much fun, I’ve found FPJ died on December 14, 2004 at age 65 after making love is the ultimate exercise machine.” More than just sex, McCloskey also suggests Get ready to see more of actress-host Arianne suffering a stroke. In that same year, he lost his Bautista this month of March as she is the Kapuso presidential bid against incumbent President Gloria SEX ArtisTambayan “Tambay of the Month!” Macapagal Arroyo. continued on page 9

LEFT, PCCF visit the orphanages and hospices in the Philippines to do- nate basic goods. RIGHT, GMA Kapuso Foundation Founder and Ambassador Mel C. Tiangco (4th from right) and GMAKF EVP and COO Rikki Escudero-Catibog (right), together with PCCF’s officers led by President Romy Rafael (3rd from left) and Executive Vice President Rosemer Enverga (center).

FIRST, PCCF attend the Knights of Columbus Valentine dinner. SECOND, PCCF attend the Philippine Heritage Band Valentine dinner. THIRD, Jojo and Fe Taduran caht with Ace Alvarez at the Knights of Columbus Valentine dinner. 14 2018 14 Musikal at paghahadaan na niya ang latest role. on February 26, 2018 in a website called filipinoinfo.com. mind blowing facts about the Philippines and Filipinos.” “Physically I need to prepare dahil kailangan nating magsuot ng sexy doon. I Agot Isidro quashes another fake news item In the article, Agot allegedly “lambasted the government of President Duterte It also notes that “this blog is not maintained by English degree holder. need to watch Miss Saigon, and kailangan ko siguro manghingi ng payo mula sa about her for not doing something to end the agony of MRT commuters.” You may encounter some mistakes in grammar but rest assure that we will do aking nanay at tatay, Isay and Robert Seña,” kuwento niya. “Stop putting words in my mouth,” read a portion of Agot Isidro’s tweet, react- On Twitter March 1, the popular Duterte critic used the hashtag #fakenews and everything we can to the best of our abilities to minimize those errors.” Excited na rin daw ang kanyang mga kapwa Pinoy sa UK na sina Rachelle Ann ing to yet another news item about her. The article called “Habang Tumatagal sa explicitly clarified, “I did not say this”. In the About Us section of the website, it Perhaps, a little refresher course on how to tell fact from fake won’t do Go, Gerald Santos at Red Concepcion. Pwesto si Duterte, Pabulok Nang Pabulok Ang MRT – Agot Isidro” was published describes itself as “a magazine blog for all trending and fresh news as well as the anybody any harm?

Bea Binene is a happy and loyal Kapuso for 14 years

Bea Binene wears a big smile as she renewed her contract with GMA. Bea shared how she’s feeling during her con- tract signing. “Happy ako kasi narito pa rin ako sa GMA. I’ve been with GMA since I was six years old, 20 na ako ngayon and nasa GMA pa rin ako,” she said. Now that Bea has been in the industry and a Kapuso for 14 years, is she ready to tackle more mature and daring roles? LEFT, sena flores Heading back home to Toronto, met Mel Tiangco of GMA Kapuso Philip- According to Bea, “Depende sa role, depende sa pines RIGHT, Mel galeon of FV Foods poses with cutomers of boodle fight. story. Alam ko naman na ibibigay sa ‘kin ng GMA kung ano ‘yung alam nilang kaya ko Joey Albert-Nonoy Zuniga show at makakabuti para sa career ko. producers Gerard and Joy del ABOVE, Sheenah Yap Chan (2nd from left) poses with Star Circle Kung kissing scenes, ‘di ko alam, siguro mga Castillo (FIRST & 4TH FROM students and semi-finalists Samantha Gavin, Kate Bella Mohan smack-smack lang. Hindi naman kapag LEFT) and Rey Tamayo (FAR and Aidan Rodricks at Casa do Alentejo at Long and McQuade sinabing nagki-kissing scene ka na, daring na ‘yon. Depende talaga sa story at sa RIGHT) pose with the stars Joey The Singing Contest. RIGHT, Melissa Joy Vitug is the back-up pag-atake ko sa role.” Albert and Nonoy Zuniga. singer at the Joey Albert-Nonoy Zuniga concert.

Billy unaffected by Coleen’s daring BAGETS Eula Valdez, Cheska Inigo, from page 13 Monette Rivera. scenes Maryo J. to direct the movie na The rest, as they say, is history. COLEEN Garcia shows a very sultry and sensuous side of her in naging box office hit in 1985. Samantala, inamin ng mga Star Cinema’s Valentine offering, “Sin Island”, di- Naging trendsetter ito kaya nasa likod ng pelikulang ‘Squad rected by Gino Santos. “It’s definitely my most dar- before na may torrid love scene and he didn’t mind watching it at on same year ay nagkaroon ito Goals: #FBOIS” ng Viva ing role to date as it’s not your usual romcom,” all. We’re all professionals here.” she says. “Puwede mong panoorin kahit wala ng follow-up movie na “Bag- Films na inspired ang kanilang kang jowa and be with your whole barkada on ets 2” na muling tinampukan proyekto ng pelikulang ‘Bag- the day of hearts. Everyone will enjoy it kasi it’s Tom is a sexy gentleman nina William, J.C., Herbert at ets.’ Tampok sa pelikulang ito so spicy, not bland or walang lasa. This one is Raymond minus Aga. Isinama na dinirek ni Mark Meily sina defi- nitely steamy! I even have a shower Tom Rodriguez is one honest actor who treats his leading ladies naman sa “Bagets 2” ang yuma- Julian Trono, Vitto Marquez, scene with Xian Lim.” with utmost respect and professionalism. The actor is paired for ong si Francis Magalona (bilang Jack Reid, Andrew Muhlach at The movie is shot in what is the first time with Erich Gonzales, a Kapamilya actress who con- kapalit ni Aga). Nakasama rin Dan Hushcka. siders showing some skin as a career move. called the Sinilaban Island and it sa nasabing pelikula In the film The Significant Other, billed as a gathering of will really ignite the passions of sina Ramon Christo- people who go there. millennial sex symbols, human relations takes center stage high- pher Gutierrez, ang Everyone knows Coleen will lighted by the odds of falling for someone amid already being in a soon walk down the isle with her relationship. yumaong si Jon prospetive groom, Billy Crawford. Tom describes his leading lady as “very raw, yet daring. She is Hernandez (anak Will she let Billy watch “Sin Is- very secured as a person but in most of our love/sexy scenes, she ni Alicia Alonzo land” and her sizzling love scenes always tells me to assist her, and I oblige.” at half-brother ng with Xian? “Why not? He knows His other significant leading lady is co-Kapuso artist, Lovi Poe, Kapamilya ac- it’s part of my job as an actress. I tress-singer-dancer had a movie with Derek Ramsay TOM na si Maja Salvador), continued on page 26

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16 2018 16 incident, one night in California, nasa bar ako sa L.A. when a guy Natalie mistaken for a crossdresser in approached me and treated me to drinks then he said, you know L.A. what, you really look so great. Where did you have your surgery? NATALIE Hart is the lucky star of “Sin Island” who profited the Siyempre, nagalit ako and I told him he stressed me out, kasi most from the movie. She now has a new title, Bombshell ng Bayan. nga tunay na babae ako. Nag-apologize naman siya.” Most of the reviews are praising her “babaeng bakla” interpretation Some folks are comparing her looks to that of Liza Soberano of the contravida role who turns out to be a psychotic bitch ready to and she feels so flattered. kill Coleen Garcia for her obsessive love for Xian Lim. “Kinikilig naman ako kasi sobrang ganda niya. Baka puwede One reviewer even wrote she’s the only one who’s worth watch- akong magkontrabida sa kanya sa ‘Darna’.” ing in the entire movie. We’ve seen “Sin Island” and Natalie’s edge And there are those who said she was once Enrique Gil’s over the others is her clear awareness that the best way to approach girlfriend. “Ay, no, never. Magka-batch kami noon sa Star Magic. her role is not to treat it in an overly serious manner, so she spiced We belong to Batch 16, but we were never even became close kasi up her performance with lots of campy humor as a female faggot marami kami sa batch na ‘yun.” Gladys S. Calderon with a deadly streak. While “Sin Island” is being shown now, Natalie is shooting a new Serving Filipino community since 2005 She says her peg is her own gay brother. “Siguro, without movie, another sex drama where she figures in another deadly love my knowing it, ‘yung ugali niya, nagagaya ko unconsciously,” she triangle, this time with Ricky Davao and Diether Ocampo. laughs. “Nahahawa pala ako.” Ricky is her wealthy sugar daddy who is paying for her plush LOWEST BALIKBAYAN RATES! 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Dacara believes that the organization’s Suite 600, 5775 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON, M2M 4J1 goal should go beyond its regular activities, as it is vital to Email: [email protected] President enhance its membership by engaging in more meaningful activities throughout the year, ensure its participation in Earl Francis O. Dacara - The Bicol Canada Community Asso- Provincial and Federal Filipino heritage related activities ciation (BCCA), during its general meeting held on February and be able to respond quickly to the pressing needs of the 18, 2018, elected its new set of 21 directors and executive Bicolanos affected by the recent Mayon eruption and other officers at the Our Lady of Assumption Church Parish Hall, natural calamities. He believes that infusing new blood Ignorant But Confident Bathurst St., North York, Toronto. into the organization would revitalize the organization. He Earl Francis Oriño Dacara, BCCA’s past would want to encourage the participation and involvement Philippines, among the countries with least accurate knowledge of nation’s issues Vice-President for Government Affairs, of the past Bicolano leaders and patriots, and connect with has been elected President and Chairman all existing Bicolano groups to collectively participate in the MANILA - The Philippines ranked respondents in India, the Philippines and of the Board, to lead Bicol Canada BCCA activities. Peru are among the most confident in their for a two-year term, 2018-2019, third among countries “most igno- Dacara is a true Bicolano by descent, born to Emerlina rant” on their nation’s key issues, answers,” the report read. Norway, Germa- replacing Rafael Nebres. Dacara ny and Sweden, meanwhile, were among will continue to take the according to a report by news website the most accurate despite being the least reigns in leading the Indy100. confident in their answers. The Philippines organization comprising ranked third among countries that were the 6 provinces of the The report was based on a survey conduct- most confident in their answers. Bicol (Region 5) – Albay, ed by market research firm Ipsos MORI, The survey asked 500 respondents aged Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte, Catanduanes, wherein South Africa and Brazil ranked 16-64 from the Philippines regarding Masbate, and Sorsogon. first and second in having the least accurate teenage births, vaccine and autism, diabetes, Serving a two-year term as Executive Officers and perception of their nation’s issues. In 2016, Board of Directors are: President - Earl Francis Oriño alcohol, and religion among others. the Philippines placed 16th. Dacara; VP Govt Relations - Nestor Von Canton; VP The firm conducted 29,133 interviews Despite giving inaccurate answers, respon- Sports and Youth Development - Manolito Aquino; between September to October 2017 in 38 Oriño Dacara from Libmanan, Camarines Sur and Elpidio P. VP Membership & Public Relations - Joseph Redoblado; dents from the Philippines also ranked third countries. Dacara from Irigra City and Albay. He is married to Francia Treasurer - Jose Gutierrez; Assistant Treasurer - Floro Dabu, among those most confident. Madrid also a Bicolana from the same town of Libmanan and Jr; Secretary - Jennifer Amaranto; Assistant Secretary - Merlie “Despite being among the least accurate, blessed with their daughter Francheska Mae Dacara. Canlas; Auditor - Gidget dela Torre; Assistant Auditor - Edison He is an international legal practitioner and has an ex- Bantayan; Press Relations Officer -Leticia Toral; Special tensive legal work experience from Manila, Dubai and Doha. Project Coordinators - Naina Chhatlani, Isabel De Lima, Luis At present, Dacara is a Regulated Canadian Immigration Calayca, Rafael Nebres; Directors - Arlene Martirez, Michele Consultant, a Canadian Licensed Paralegal, Hons. AB, MA, Serrano, Susan Llanera, Nanette Virtucio, Carl Sol Froa, LL.B. (Ph), member in good standing of the Immigration Ronnie dela Gana Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC) and the Honored by the task of leading the six-province Law Society of Ontario (LSO). He is an associate of YSN and organization, Earl Francis Oriño Dacara pledges to adhere Associates Professional Corporation (Paralegals, Barristers, to the organization’s mission and mandate – “Tanganing Solicitors) and the Chief Executive Officer of Northern Quest Kita Gabos Magkasararo!”, that is, bringing closer, if not 12TH Canadian Immigration Services. together, the Bicolanos/Bicolanas in Canada. The main ac- v IA SAMANTHA GAVIN MADE IT TO THE I L GRAND FINALS OF LONG & MCQUADE BY LI ERON

he motif was mint green (Or These are formative years, where even something like that) at a wedding if we found these young singers brilliant, where I was asked to capture in the road to acquire that dream is very, 2004. During the reception and as very far and elusive. It is very rare for Tthe wedding event was waning, this very Asians, much more to a Filipino to climb young girl took the floor with her songs, the top. Something that I am profoundly and yes, she was wearing the wedding asking and admitting that, our young tal- motif gown that I thought looked a little ents are short in meeting the standards of bit larger than her. the main stream where singers are taken That was the first time I saw Samantha Gavin seriously by musical moguls. which I think she was only 9 y/o at that time. So what does it take to make it at the top? If I am not mistaken, her mother hails from Honed that vocals and learn the art of profes- Mindanao, Philippines. “Sammy” as she is fondly sionalism. Sammy Gavin is only 13 y/o a month called, is noticeably an aspiring singer, if I am to from now. She has many years to develop her look back at that wedding reception where she singing talent. Being a performer is not just eventually closes that evening’s curtain with the about the ‘voice’...It is also about personality and mic on her hand. performance. Sammy Gavin is one to reckon with As a community leader and blogger, my path among many. A couple of years to prepare her crossed a couple of times and her mom eventually to a more serious pursuit of her singing career is became a friend. Then I noticed Sammy became necessary. visible in the local music scene at our community. No rush, although getting into music compe- She belongs to a musical group and she trained at titions is a necessity to expose her to her craft, CONTACT a local entertainment training Centres along the Sammy Gavin will eventually become a talent we GTA. Occasionally, I borrowed her to perform cannot overlook. Like this video from her most Philip Beloso at my events and her mom always gave me that recent music competition at Long & McQuade privilege to have her daughter Sammy. in Toronto where she passed through the needle e pm [email protected] 647.267.9649 My perspective of our Filipino-Canadian youth and make it at the grand finals this coming April 8 facebook.com/fili pinocentretoronto is that, they honed their hobbies at an early age. 21, 2018 at Pearson Convention Centre where O @filipinocentretoronto.com Canada has offered so many opportunities to our this blogger is sure to attend to lend support and youth. Each one of them pursuing their individu- to help mold this young talent. Watch the video � al God- given talents. And because of easy access below captured by her family and do not forget to to tools and materials to enhance those gifts with admire that powerful vocals and stage presence of @ HOOPDOME : MAY 18, 19 & 20, 2018 a supportive family, Sammy Gavin has followed a 12 y/o nurturing her singing talent. her passion through the years. 17 2018 17 GMA unveils first advoca-serye in Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka

eginning February 26, GMA Thea’s college friend from a well-off blissful life shatters when she tests positive our loved ones and ourselves. Network proudly unveils its first- family. Secretly, he is in love with for HIV. Without knowing who she got it Behind this engrossing drama is the ever “advoca-serye” in Hindi Ko her even though he dates a lot of from, Marco is led to believe that she cheated creative team composed of Creative Director Kayang Iwan Ka, topbilled by women and develops HIV (Human on him and files for legal separation, taking Roy Iglesias; Concept creator Zita Garganera; BYasmien Kurdi (PHOTO), Martin del Immunodeficiency Virus) from this. their kids with him. Her disease worsens Headwriter Suzette Doctolero; Creative Head Rosario, Jackie Rice, and Mike Tan. Jackie is Ava Imperial, Marco’s and she loses her will to live. But when she for Afternoon Prime Block Dode Cruz and beautiful and socialite ex- unexpectedly meets her daughter a few years Creative Consultant Kit Langit. This soap, which tackles one of the girlfriend. Even though she later, she finds it in herself to fight more than The program is another original creation most serious and fatal diseases in the flirts around, she is still bent on just HIV—her greatest opponent, herself. of the GMA Drama group under the world, brings to light the struggles of settling with Marco. Joining them in this ground-breaking supervision of Senior Vice President for a woman who is HIV positive and Mike is Marco Angeles, a project are multi-talented and versatile artists: Entertainment Content Group Lilybeth G. how she battles her own frailties and handsome and charming lad award-winning film actress and TV director Rasonable; Vice President for Drama Redgie demons in life. who falls in love with Thea and Gina Alajar, Shamaine Buencamino, Charee Acuña-Magno; Assistant Vice President Yasmien breathes life to Thea marries her despite his mother’s Pineda, Ina Feleo, Mike “Pekto” Nacua, for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy; and Program Balagtas, a simple provincial girl refusal. He remains independent Catherine Rem, Caprice Cayetano, and Seth Manager Anthony Pastorpide. with a promising career as a public and grounded even though he was Dela Cruz. Under the direction of Neal del Rosario, accountant. She falls in love with born rich. The series aims to raise HIV awareness and don’t miss Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka Marco and marries him. Eventually, Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka educate viewers on its effects upon a person’s beginning February 26 on GMA’s flagship they are blessed with fraternal twins follows the life of Thea who, life through an intriguing drama—that even international channel GMA Pinoy TV. For whom they love very much. after marrying Marco and raising in our weaknesses, strength can be found if the program guide, visit www.gmapinoytv. Martin is Lawrence De Leon, their fraternal twins together, her we only rise and have the courage to fight for com.

Katrina Halili declined MariMar kontrabida role Inquiry into decline of English Katrina Halili said she initially turned How did she deal with the fight scenes? skill of PH students sought down the villain role in GMA-7’s 2007 Katrina answered, “Actually, sinabi ko sa adaptation of MariMar when it was first kanyang sanay ako sa fake. Sabi niya, hindi, Senator Grace Poe has filed a resolution calling for offered to her. Katrina is now playing kaya tinotohanan namin ng konti. an inquiry into the “decline” in English proficiency of another villain role in GMA-7’s upcoming “So ako, pinapadampi ko lang ng slight Filipino students. afternoon series The Stepdaughters. pero ina-act out ko lang din. Kasi kung In Senate Resolution No. 622, Poe called for an Katrina Halili said that playing Angelika totoong sasampalin mo siya, paliliparin mo assessment of the present curricula in elementary and Santibanez in GMA-7’s 2007 adaptation of yung mukha niya, di ba, ang hirap. Minsan, high school in light of “reports of narrowing advantage MariMar is her favorite kontrabida role. ginaganun ko yung hair niya para tatama sa of Filipino graduates in the global language.” However, did you know that it actually hair bago sa mukha.” “According to results of a two-year study conducted ako, tapos naging okay naman. Ang ginawa by Hopkins International Partners, Filipino university took some time before she accepted the ko na lang, ginaya ko yung Mexican.” By “ginaganun,” Katrina meant that she Angelika role? uses Megan’s hair as a shield when slapping graduates average 630 on English proficiency based The 32-year-old actress explained, “Yung her. on the Test of English for International Communication FIGHT SCENES WITH MEGAN (TOEIC),” the resolution stated. MariMar na yun, sobrang favorite ko yun YOUNG. In her new show titled The Step- GMA-7 is known for afternoon dramas noong bata ako. Hindi ko tatanggapin ‘pag that feature campy yet entertaining fight According to the resolution, the study said that busi- daughters, Katrina plays Isabelle Salvador, ness process outsourcing (BPO) agents were expected binigay sa akin yan, kapag ginawa ‘yan ng a rich businesswoman who becomes the scenes, such as Ika-6 Na Utos, Haplos, and GMA.” Impostora. to have a score of 850 in the TOIEC. bitter rival of Mayumi dela Rosa, portrayed Moreover, the resolution noted that the average Katrina recalled, “Pina-audition kaming by Megan Young. How will the fight scenes in The Step- lahat. So nakuha ako sa Angelika. daughters, be different from other shows? was “lower than the competency requirement for taxi They became enemies after an incident drivers in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.” Katrina was convinced to accept the role during their childhood. “Sa amin, medyo may sexiness. Parang when a slight deviation was made in the ganun yung gagawin. “Filipino graduates also averaged a Common Viewers can look forward to intense fight European Framework of Reference of Language (CEFR) Philippine version. Angelika’s character scenes between Katrina and Megan. “Hindi naman class pero, di ba, know- became the third wheel to Marimar and ing yung hitsura ni Megan, beauty queen, grade of B1, lower than the CEFR B2 proficiency target “Nagsampalan na rin kami. Nagkasakitan set for high school graduates in Thailand and Vietnam,” Sergio (Dingdong Dantes). pero hindi namin na-feel yung sakitan. magiging class talaga siya, iaarte ko na lang Katrina continued, “’Tapos ayun, pinilit din!” it added. “The same report indicated that the Filipino university graduates’ median score was comparable to the proficiency of 5th and 6th grade students in native English speaking countries such as the US and the THE UNTOLD STORY BEHIND ‘BAGETS’ United Kingdom,” it also said. Poe then encouraged the government to “adopt IT was only recently nang malaman aming source, Douglas pitched the concept na agad naibigan ng mag-asawang Vic del global English standards to improve citizens’ communi- namin ang kuwento ng proyektong 1984 sa Regal matriarch na si Mother Lily Rosario at Mina Aragon na agad binuo ang cation skills.” hit movie na “Bagets” which was written by Monteverde with one of Douglas’ wards proyekto with William Martinez still part The senator also said the academe should review the the late Jake Tordesillas and directed by the na si William Martinez as one of the leads of the movie at isinama sina Aga Muhlach, current curricula “to improve teaching and learning of late Maryo J. de los Reyes for Viva Films. with the late Ishmael Bernal to direct the Herbert Bautista, J.C. Bonnin at Raymond English” The movie project “Bagets” was a concept movie. Pero ang concept ay tinang- Lauchengco sa cast at inatasan si Direk While the private sector, including non-government ng yumaong Regal line-producer and talent gihan umano ni Mother Lily kaya dinala organizations, “must step up efforts to improve com- manager na si Douglas Quijano. Ayon sa ni Douglas ang konsepto sa Viva Films FATTY PORK continued from page 13 petitiveness of the Filipino labor,” she said. Annak Ti Alcala The Coronation Of Mrs. “ Annak Ti Alcala”

FIRST, From Left, 2nd Princess - Angelina, Her Majesty queen - Rosemary and 1st Princess - Nieves. SECOND, performer of the night THIRD, The Coronation Of Mrs. “ Annak Ti Alcala”. From Left, 1st Princess - Nieves, Her Majesty queen - Rosemary and 2nd Princess - Angelina. PHOTOS BONG MOLANO 18 2018 18 Joey Albert - Nonoy Zuniga FilCan Lawyer Tony Villarin entertains a packed theatre is Seeking PC MPP Nomina- tion for Scarborough Centre

By: Tony A. San Juan, OCT Markkam Road, Scarborough, Ontario( Northeast of McNicoll and Markham). Filipino Canadian barrister - solicitor An- A highly qualified and experienced pro- tonio “ Tony” Villarin has decided to run fessional , Tony Villarin is a licensed and again for the nomination as Member of Pro- practicing lawyer both in Canada and the vincial Parliament for Scarborough Centre Philippines and is a specialist in immigra- under the Ontario Progressive Conservative tion, family, business and real estate laws. As Party. Just two weeks ago, the PC Party of a proven community leader and happy fam- the province has decided to overturn the ily man, his friends and supporters are one previous electoral results in the Scarborough in describing Villarin as an honest person Centre riding. who is willing, capable and ready to honour Atty. A. Villarin’s nomination candidacy his words and promise to help and represent is in positive response for the urgent call once afforded the opportunity to lead and and solid encouragement of his supporters , perform in the Ontario parliament. Go out donors, family, friends, and volunteers to and vote for a kababayan, Tony Villarin on reenter his name in the race. At a strategy March 8th, Thursday. ( Tony A. San Juan). meeting with his campaign team, he enthu- siastically expressed with high hopes his better chance of winning the nomination this ABOVE, Nonoy Zuniga and Joey Albert made a very entertaining and fun-filled team for a concert. BELOE LEFT, Emilio Zarris was the second front act. BELOW RIGHT, The wife and hsuband team of Janeth and Neil Huab was the first front act. time around. Given his second place in last June 26, 2017 nomination contest, Villarin is fully determined to continue his interrupted journey and earnest desire to represent the residents and constituency of Scarborough Centre in Queen’s Park. Scarborough Centre is home to Filipino Canadians with about 16 % of the total pop- ulation. The electoral riding The concert started on time with a wife was in the garbage can. is described to have a mix of and husband team, followed by Emilio His band-mates, family and friends members of visible minorities Zarris. managed to scrape $5000 for him to get and other ethnic groups in the Then, Joey Albert and Nonoy Zuniga a prosthetic leg in the US. He had a hard City of Toronto. entered with “Up Up and Away.” time finding one for $5000 until one was The nomination contest is They talked about their start in music willing to sell him one for $5000 instead scheduled to be held on March with Joey starting with the New Minstrels of $6000. He got it and fitted it. 8, 2018, Thursday, from 5:00 and Nonoy with the Family Birth Control “Why do I walk with a limp?” He asked to 10:00 p.m. at the Markham band. the seller. Convention Centre, 2901 Nonoy left the stage and Joey opened “Remember, you only paid me $5000,” with “Betcha By Golly Wow” by the said the seller. Stylistics. The audience laugh at that one. I am Well, the audience keep asking for Tell pretty sure it was a joke. Me, one of her popular songs. What made this special is that they were “If I sing Tell me, tapos na ang concert,” backed up by the Reviv6 band and back up 12TH she jokes. singer Melissa Joy Vitug. Then, she announced that a car is going Congratulations to the producers Gerald to be towed unless somebody in the audi- and Joy del Castillo for a great concert. IA ence moves it. “Or you can donate that to The combination of Joey Albert and No- v the church,” she says, referring to the fine noy Zuniga makes for a funny, fun-filled for being towed. program that everyone can relate to. I L She started singing in 1981, after college Nonoy Zuniga asked the priest in the because her mom would not allow her to audience “Father, kumusta si sister,” where- sing in bars while still in school. in Joey lovingly tapped him with the paper She sang some more songs like “I re- she was holding. The Canadian priest member the boy” by Louie Ocampo, “Sa probably did not see the double entendre bawa’t ikot ng buhay,” medley with “I’ll be in the question, if somebody translated it seeing you.” for him. Hopefully. She says that a singer makes the song the It sort of gave me the scare because it re- way Johnny Mathis did with Misty and minded me of a The Prayer Palace Church frank Sinatra did with “New York, New in North York which ceased renting it York.” out to concerts for reasons everyone can But this next song made the singer. only guess. My guess is John Lapuz when Three decades after this song was made, it he uttered “FY” and Rico Puno with his is still being sang by new singers.” “thrusting” movement while telling a joke Then, she sang “Tell Me” to the delight in a separate concert. I was worried about of the crowd. Filipinos losing another venue for concerts. Nonoy Zuniga then comes out. Thankfully, this was Nonoy and he Nonoy relates the story of his leg. He knows how to hold back. was in the comfort room of the Philippine I can definitely say, this was a very en- Plaza in 1980 when a bomb blew up that joyable concert.

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FIRST, Fe Tabago (FAR RIGHT) poses with Joey Albert and Nonoy Zuniga. RIGHT, Marita Lee, singers Nonoy Zuniga and Joey Albert, Atin ito @ HOOPDOME : MAY 18, 19 & 20, 2018 publisher Eddie Lee pose at Something Sweet. 19 2018 19 Estrada, who was last seen in Mulawin vs. Joanna Demafelis beaten to Ravena, will also join death — AUTOPSY Julie Anne and Gil in the rom-com series. Joanna Demafelis, the Filipino worker Julie Anne’s last found in a freezer in Kuwait, died due to teleserye was the 2017 the severe beating she suffered allegedly at Meet Julie Anne San Jose’s leading men afternoon series Pinulot the hands of her employer, the Philippine Ka Lang Sa Lupa, where Ambassador to Kuwait said. she was paired with real- Ambassador Renato Pedro Villa said in rom-com My Guitar Princess life boyfriend Benjamin based on the autopsy report, Demafelis had several Alves. broken ribs and contusion and trauma in the pelvis and Meanwhile, Julie Anne’s kidney area. She also suffered from internal bleeding. Julie Anne San Jose will make a Villa, citing investigation, said Demafelis’ employers, past leading men in her TV teleserye comeback soon. a Lebanese man and his Syrian wife, hid the body in the shows were: Elmo Magalona freezer before fleeing the apartment. She will top-bill the upcoming (Daldalita, 2011 and Together Manhunt operations have already been launched by GMA-7 romantic-comedy Forever, 2012), Kristoffer Kuwaiti law enforcement authorities against Demafelis’ Martin (Kahit Nasaan Ka former employers. Kuwait’s Minister of Interior has asked series titled My Guitar Princess. Man, 2013), and Jake Vargas Interpol to look for the couple in Lebanon and Syria. (Buena Familia, 2015). The discovery of Demafelis’ body prompted the The report revealed Julie Anne’s two new Philippine government to ban the deployment of new Julie Anne San Jose gets new leading men in her upcoming teleserye My Guitar Princess: Kiko No airing date has been leading men. workers to Kuwait. Prior to the ban, the deployment was Estrada (left) and Gil Cuerva (right). announced yet for the One of them is model-turned-actor Gil suspended due to reports of abuses on Filipino workers. airing date of My Guitar Cuerva, who gets a follow-up project after in the local adaptation of aired in 2017. Princess. his first TV appearance as Matteo Domingo My Love From The Star Kapuso actor Kiko DOLE exempts returning OFWs from Kuwait ban

apuso leading lady Kris Ber- The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) nal is definitely an entrepre- Katrina Halili prevents daughter from watching her released an updated order regarding the ban on the deployment of Filipino workers to Kuwait. neur at heart as she plans to ‘violent’ scenes on TV Exceptions to the ban include workers vacationing in K launch her own make- the Philippines who will return to the same employer to KATRINA Halili leads her co-stars in niya nakayanang panoorin, kaya siya finish their contracts at the end of their vacation. KRIS BERNAL up line. na mismo, she turns off the TV or change The former “The Stepdaughters” to thank the viewing Balik Manggagawa (BM) with new contracts with the public for making channels. Hindi ko rin siya pinapapanood same employer may also return to Kuwait, as well as to launch her Impostora star their afternoon drama the numero uno kasi kung minsan, delikado rin ‘yung currently has seafarers who will transit or board in the Gulf country to makeup line show in its slot. “Back in full contravida lengguwahe so ayokong matutuhan pa join their principals. two businesses mode ako rito as Isabelle Salvador at niya. Doon na lang siya sa mga safe and Overseas Employment Certificates (OECs) will still be under her belt: the talagang nagki-click sa viewers ang mga wholesome shows at hindi ‘yung may issued by the Philippine Overseas Employment Agency burger stall #MEATKris and eksena ng tarayan namin ni Megan mga eksenang nagpapaka-bitchy ang (POEA) and Philippine Overseas Labor Offices (POLOs) for an upcoming Korean restaurant SeoulMEAT. Youngas Mayumi de la Rosa,” she says. nanay niya.” workers exempted from the ban. These, however, require On her Instagram “So abangan nila kasi there are more Is it true she has closed her heart prior clearance from the Overseas Workers Welfare stories, Kris asked her intense catfights and sampalan scenes permanently on the possibility of having Administration. another relationship after she broke up with Katie’s followers for suggestions that are coming their way, but iba’ng atake namin dito DOLE estimates that there are 250,000 Filipinos sa ‘The Stepdaughters’ kasi it’s all done in a classy way. dad, singer Kris Lawrence? “Hindi naman. Kaya lang, currently residing and working in Kuwait. on what to call her new Hindi kami mga palengkerang nagtatalakan dito kundi as of now, rest muna ako. At saka hindi naman ‘yan business venture. mas sosyal ang mga patutsadahan namin kaya sigurado hinahanap, kusang dumarating ‘yan kung ibibigay na ni “Help me choose a akong mas tatatak sa mga manonood.” Lord. As of now, okay naman ako. Five years na akong PH to Kuwait: Treat Filipinos as name for my makeup line! Does she allow her daughter Katie, now 6, to watch hindi nagkakarelasyon at di ko naman nami-miss. Nung Please DM me your suggestions!” she wrote. her doing contravida roles like in “The Stepdaughters? Valentine nga, ang anak ko ang ka-date ko at happy you would treat your nationals After a memorable trip to Iceland, Kris placed first “As much as possible, ayaw ko siyang nanonood, lalo naman kami. Siguro kapag 35 na ako, baka maisipan in a 5k run-for-a-cause. na kapag may nakalagay na Strict Parental Guidance ko na talagang mag-settle down, but it has to be with MANILA - Malacañang on Thursday reminded Kuwait of its obligation under international law to treat foreigners in What could be the name of her yet-to-be-made or SPG. Pero alam na niya on her own at parang takot someone na handa ring mahalin ang anak ko gaya ng din siya kasi, once, nakita niyang binubugbog ako at di pagmamahal ko sa kanya. Package deal kami, e.” its country the way it treats its own nationals. makeup line? This amid reports of abuse against Filipino domestic workers in the Gulf state, which had prompted a Philip- pine deployment ban and a repatriation program. “I would like to remind Kuwait authorities of the stan- dards by which aliens should be treated in their territory,” Kapuso Foundation receives support from Filipinos in Canada Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque said. GMA Kapuso Foundation (GMAKF) has once again to help poor families and calamity victims in the provide aid to their beneficiaries in the Philippines “Under international law, each country is bound to received support for its projects this year from the Philippines. which come from the proceeds of their various give to the nationals of another country in its territory the benefits of the same laws, the same administration, the Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation (PCCF), The PCCF party, led by their President Romy Rafael fundraising activities in Canada. Their major charity same protection, and the same redress for injury which one of the biggest Filipino charitable organizations in and Executive Vice President Rosemer Enverga, turned event is Pinoy Fiesta Toronto which showcases Filipino it gives its own citizens, neither more nor less,” said the Ontario, Canada. over their donation to GMAKF Founder and Ambas- beauty, values, and culture. The event, which is also in official, an international law expert. PCCF, a regular GMAKF donor since 2010, will sador Mel C. Tiangco and GMAKF EVP and COO Rikki partnership with GMA’s flagship international channel Ties between the Philippines and Kuwait have been provide assistance to GMAKF’s projects such as medical Escudero-Catibog last January 26 at the GMA Network GMA Pinoy TV, is said to be the biggest indoor Pinoy frayed amid the Duterte administration’s recent efforts to missions, feeding programs, and donation of school Center. Fiesta in North America. protect overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the Gulf state supplies which are also in line with PCCF’s pursuit Every year, key members of the organization following a string of deaths of Philippine migrants. Kuwait has been displeased by Duterte’s recent tirades, with Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Sabah al-Khalid al-Sabah saying the President’s remarks came as a surprise. “...[W]e condemn statements from the Philippine Why doing nude scenes puts Nathalie in bad mood president, especially as we are in contact with the Philippine authorities on a high level to explain the NATHALIE Hart is very glad to do her first “You know, doing such scenes is never easy,” ding intensity ng acting ko workers’ conditions in Kuwait. Escalation does not serve movie with Star Cinema, “Sin Island”. She start- she says. “Sa ‘Siphayo’ noon, naging hysterical lalo na towards the end of the ties between Kuwait and the Philippines,” Sheikh ed in showbiz using her real name, Princess Snell, talaga ako but I still did it kasi committed ako sa the movie na big surprise Sabah said, adding that 170,000 Filipinos live a decent as part of Star Magic Batch 16 in 2008. The next project. Akala nyo ba madaling maghubad? It’s talaga kung ano ang life in Kuwait. year, she joined Starstruck 5 and qualified as one really a struggle to do baring scenes and sumasa- mangyayari sa lahat ng “But separate accidents unfortunately happen, and we of the Final 14. But her acting career wasn’t really ma ang mood ko lagi at ayokong makipag-usap characters.” are providing our Filipino counterparts with the results of going anywhere and she even joined Survivor kahit kanino after doing it. Ang daling sabihing Star the investigations,” he said. Philippines, but failed to survive it. trabaho lang ‘yan, but still nakakasama pa rin ng Cinema Roque, in response to the Kuwaiti top diplomat’s She then left GMA7 and became a talent of loob. I just console myself by saying na, at least, must comments, said it is Duterte’s duty to ensure that Filipinos Leo Dominguez, who gave her a new screen may maipapakita naman ako.” really like in foreign lands are well protected. name, Nathalie Hart. She played supporting roles So why is she doing such scenes if she’s not her as Meanwhile, Foreign Affairs Secretary Alan Peter in several movies with Regal then played the lead really happy with them? “Well, you have to start she’s now Cayetano was tasked to get a commitment from Kuwait on role in BG Productions’ sexy drama, “Siphayo”, somewhere, di ba? Dito ko nabigyan ng lead doing an- how to protect Filipino nationals in Kuwait,” Roque said. for which she did a full frontal nudity scene and roles, e. But I don’t intend to do it forever. Gusto other new movie won an acting award in New York. She also had ko lang siyang gamiting stepping stone but I for them, a yet LMC OP-ED: The murder of one Philip- such sexy scenes with JC de Vera and Joel Torre want to really grow as an actress na rerespetuhin untitled love drama pine citizen in Kuwait is no different to what in Cinema One’s “Tisay”. ng tao dahil sa talent niya. Gusto kong makita where she’s paired with happens to some foreigners who become Now she goes back to ABS-CBN as part of a nila that I have more to offer than just my body. the come- backing victims of crimes in the Philippines. But you love triangle in Star Cinema’s explosive sex-dra- Dito sa ‘Sin Island’, maganda ‘yung role ko, but Diether Ocampo. do not hear their countries banning their citi- ma, “Sin Island”, where she plays Tasha, the other very dark, kasi nagkaroon ng twist. Of course, zens from going to the Philippines. They give woman of Xian Lim who’s married to Coleen hindi ko puwedeng i-reveal kung ano kasi spoiler travel advisories, nothing more. So, for us to Garcia as Kanika. Once again, she does a lot of na ‘yun. Basta I want to assure the viewers na ‘pontificate’ to Kuwaitis as if the Philippines baring in her love scenes with Xian as David. Is kapag pinanood nila ito, hindi ‘yung paghuhu- is heaven is over-acting. Another point, the suspects are Syrian, Lebanese couple, isn’t it? she now more at home doing such daring scenes? bad ko lang ang mapapansin nila kundi ‘yun 20 2018 20 Don’t call back: ‘One ring scam’ tar- gets phones across Canada

A scam that loads hefty fees onto your phone the caller did not leave a message. An internet bill is resurfacing across Canada. search indicated the number was from the West The fraudsters behind the so-called “one ring African republic of Mauritania. scam” place calls that appear to originate overseas “I’ve never even heard of the place it came and hang up quickly. Curious victims return the from,” she said. anonymous missed call and inadvertently agree The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre has said the to fees that get piled onto their monthly bill. calls have targeted people across Canada. The Marian Henry with the Better Business agency advises against returning missed calls Bureau of Manitoba and Northwest Ontario said from unfamiliar numbers and said it is important the charges, which are similar to ones you would to check phone bills for unusual charges. receive for calling a 1-900 number, can cost The return of the “one ring scam” comes as hundreds of dollars per minute. police in Toronto grapple with another type of “When they do call back, it puts them phone-based fraud where victims are convinced through to a pay-per-call type of scenario where to transfer money into a fraudster’s account. there’s a cost involved to initially be connected, Police issued a warning last week after five people as well as a cost-per-minute once you’re on that were bilked out of a combined $5.1 million. call,” she told CTV Winnipeg last week. Henry said blocking suspicious numbers is Henry said callers are often greeted by waiting not enough to protect against fraud, and reminds music or a pre-recorded message. people to be vigilant whenever an unknown “The longer they are on the call obviously party initiates contact over the phone. the more expensive the call could end up being, “The numbers tend to change all the time, sometimes $400 a minute,” she said. so blocking the number isn’t really helping. You Debbie Leah said she received a “one ring” call could receive 10 calls in a week. And they could last Monday. It was almost midnight when her all be from different phone numbers,” she said. phone rang. She didn’t recognize the number and

FBois are the new Bagets Viva Films’ #Fbois is obviously the new Vice Ganda attempts to rec- version of Bagets, the entertainment outfit’s classic movie on young lives, juvenile fun oncile Maymay and Kisses and escapades. fandoms Headed by Julian Trono who had already done starring roles, the batch is composed Vice Ganda did well what other TV hosts of Vitto Marquez (son of Joey Marquez or even popular idols failed to do. and Alma Moreno), Dan Huschka, Andrew In his top rating show, Gandang Gabi Muhlach and Jack Reid, all with showbiz Vice , he had Kisses Delavin and Maymay lineages. Entrata as main guests. In Since these two young artists’ days at the PBB House, they developed good friend- ship and sisterhood that even at the outside world and them being successful in their individual careers, nothing breaks that tie. But their fans and supporters are self- ish. Some of them want to break and put trouble to their relationship and wish them to be foes. When one group bashes, the other one MILLENNIAL BOYS. The cast of Viva Film’s ‘Squad Goals #Fbois’ (from left) Jack Reid, Vitto Marquez, Julian Trono, Andrew Muhlach responds and so on. And since Vice had and Dan Huschka. similar experience within his own groups of 12TH supporters, he did what he thought could their upcoming movie Squad Goals #Fbois, give light to these young stars’ supporters. they will try to give more meaning to the He made an appeal to these young people #Fbois (the millennials call it “fuckboys”), whom he called “feeling too entitled,” not v IA as it already has a negative and sexual to be too knowledgeable on their idols’ meaning. whereabouts and even on their private lives. I L According to direk Mark Meily, “There Aptly he said, “You should put a boundary are other meanings to the word. In the to your being supporters. If you love them, movie, it has encountered a lot of things you won’t give them any reason not to that led to its having new connotations and befriend you or also love you back.” more positive definitions. “Don’t feel too We try to connect and reconnect with entitled because you the old ones and the so-called millennials. exert money and ef- We should not be too entitled to things and fort to supporting us people. We should not be too judgmental as in general. It should well. Balanse lang.” be a two-way thing. This new batch of youngsters is bent on The social media is proving what direk Meily is trying to say. already full of trolls, “It’s just like an old stuff. The style and don’t be with them. fashion just come back, with new people Set a difference and using and wearing them. The meaning of BOSOM BUDDIES. Kisses Delavin live to the core of the word changes according to use,” said (left) and Maymay Entrata real adulation and Vitto, who described himself to be both remain good friends amid their patronage,” adds Vice warring fandoms. new and old person because of what his Ganda, as he calls parents taught him. some representatives “I believe it’s all a matter of perception. of these fan clubs. We may come from an entirely different To which both Maymay and Kisses end, generation, but who are we without the “Let’s live a happier life. We are true friends people before us? My brother (James Reid) in the real sense of the word. If you can’t CONTACT is only a few years older than me, and he agree on things that we do, just let them himself is a millennial, but when he teaches pass. At the end of the day, we vow not Philip Beloso me things and stuff on showbiz, he speaks to get affected by those ugly bashing and e pm [email protected] like my parent or even my grandparent,” name-calling. And we wish, sana the day 8 647.267.9649 added Jack. won’t come when we choose our friendship O facebook.com/fili pinocentretoronto We are telling you, these good-looking over those who want us to be enemies. And @filipinocentretoronto.com young guys who definitely inherited the to those who understand us and continue � good genes of their folks, have more to offer to love us, we thank you and we promise to than what they have between their ears and always be with you.” @ HOOPDOME : MAY 18, 19 & 20, 2018 legs. 21 2018 21 Rumors of Maine Aga & Zoren’s sons ooze with Star Quality THERE are film companies and TV stations launching new boy groups now. Honestly, Mendoza being linked to though, the only ones we’re sure would pique the curiosity and excite the interest of audiences, especially teenage girls, are the two eldest sons of showbiz couples: Andres Muhlach, the son of actors is “FAKE NEWS” Aga Muhlach and Charlene Gonzales, and Mavi Legaspi, the son of Zoren Legaspi and Carmina Villarroel. Talent manager cial media ko na napu-post Both Andres and Mavi are 17, tall and goodlooking, and both Rams David on ko, kasi madalas ko siyang of them also have twin sisters. handling two makasama bilang nasa SPS But there’s no denying that they are oozing with more star quality and incandescent of the biggest [Sunday PinaSaya]. presence than their siblings. Tipong mamahalin agad ng fans. No other ‘anak ng artista’ female stars in “Si Maine naman, most would come close to them. Alfred Vargas gives the coun- of the time, napupuntahan If both of them would be launched in a youth movie, we’re sure it will be a big box office try, Marian ko siya sa mga shoots niya. hit and they’ll quickly gain millions of followers. Rivera and “And wala namang update on indie film Maine pinagkaiba. It’s just Men- that si Marian, ang doza: incentives bill tagal na sa business. Why living in isn’t an issue for “Num- “At saka matagal ber one Three years after filing House Bill No. 6187 or the Phil- na rin kaming mag- Daniel and Kathryn ippine Independent Film Incentives Act, actor-turned-Que- kaibigan ni Marian, DANIEL Padilla was asked at the farewell presscon of “La Luna Sangre” if, like Tristan and zon City 5th District Representative Alfred Vargas is glad is we years na. Malia, the characters he and Kathryn Bernardo play in the show, he’d also be ready to fight it finally passed the first reading just a few days ago. always “Maski nung nasa for their love in real life? The bill proposes granting special incentives to produc- count our GMA pa lang ako, “Siyempre naman, hangga’t nagmamahalan kami, ipaglalaban mo ‘yan,” he says. “An- ers and directors of independent films who win awards blessings, nung PM [production upang ipaglalaban mo kung wala ng pagmamahal. Hangga’t meron pa, siyempre, ipaglaban and citations in international film competitions. iyon yung manager] ako, naging PM dapat. Hangga’t may pag-ibig pa, ipaglaban!” “I am very happy with these developments,” he said impor- niya ako sa Endless Love Writers say he and Kathryn’s relationship seems to be so wholesome since nothing nega- Vargas co-authored the bill with Camarines Sur Rep. tante. At [2010]. tive doing PDA or living in has been written about them ever since their loveteam started. Luis Raymund “LRay” Villafuerte. saka not “So, dun pa lang, mag- “Sabi nga nila, ang ibang kabataan ngayon, kami raw ang nagiging role model. “Indie producer din kasi ako and I think panahon na a single kakilala na kami. We’re proud naman to say na pinalaki kami ng mga magulang namin nang maayos para i-priorize natin ‘yung mga maliliit na pelikula na milli- “And then, I became at tama. Wala kaming ginagawang pagpapanggap dahil ayaw naming may masa- nagbibigay ng karangalan sa ating bansa,” he noted. meter her manager in 2013, sa bing masama sa amin ang sinuman.” “So sana itong bill na ito ay pumasa sa second, third na amin nila Mr. [Antonio] Kathryn butts in at this point: “We cannot promise na magiging perfect reading… pumasa din sana sa senado.” Tuviera sa Triple A, examples kami. Ang maipapangako lang namin, magpapakatotoo kami bilang “In terms of budget, meron yan eh. Kaya we want na maipasa ‘to para ma-i-prioritize na… automatic kasama so hindi na mahirap yung tao. Nagpapasalamat kami lalo sa mga bata na tumitingala sa amin, na naging in- spiration nila kami. Parang ‘yun ang malaking bagay sa amin na, okay, ginagawa siya sa budget,” he added. pagiging magkaibigan namin. iangat ng paa mo sa lupa, namin nang maayos ang trabaho namin and nagkakaroon kami ng purpose But how long it will take before it is fully approved, “More than manager/talent, we’re dapat ganun, iyon ang itinu- because of that para sa ibang tao. Nagpapasalamat kami sa lahat ng nagsasabing one reporter asked. turo ko sa lahat ng mga artista friends.” ginagawa nila kaming ins-pirasyon, lalo na noong maipagpapagawa na namin ng “Para sa akin, kahit gaano katagal,” Vargas said. ko.” Patuloy ni Rams, “Si Maine, ang sariling bahay ang mga pamilya namin at a young age.” “Basta ang mahalaga pumasa (‘yung batas) kahit Sa pagkakaalam ng talent relationship namin is very profes- “La Luna Sangre” is a top rating super production that is a tough act to follow. matagal, kesa sa wala ‘di ba?” manager na si Rams David, sional, pero personal, yes! What will their next teleserye be after this? “We don’t know yet,” says Daniel. Under the measure to be known as the “Philippine walang boyfriend ngayon ang “Ngayon, I’m very happy that we “After this, we’ll have a U.S tour then prepare for a new movie. Kung magte-te- Independent Film Incentives Act of 2015,” Philippine inde- phenomenal star na si Maine text every time na merong problema, leserye man kami uli, baka later this year na and we trust that ABS will find the pendent films that have been awarded the Best Film prize Mendoza. meron siyang itatanong. right follow up project na kasinlaki ng ‘Luna Sangre’ which will end its run this or its equivalent, including those that merited recognition Ayon kay Rams, ‘Si Maine “Dati kasi mahiyain yung bata, e. coming Friday so don’t miss it.” for technical excellence in respected international film is ano… what I can say is Hindi siya sanay sa showbiz. competitions of cinema festivals, shall be granted P5, nag-e-enjoy siya ngayon being “So ngayon, naglalabas na rin siya 000,000 for the film production or entity that produces with friends. ng mga sama ng loob, mga hinaing.” the award including full-length feature or documentary “As to some suitors, medyo Enrique Gil film. hindi ko alam, pero siguro HANDLING BASHERS. A grant of P3, 000,000 shall be given to the film may mga nagpapa… Paanong maging manager ng dalawa reacts to Bagani production or entity that produces the award-wining short “I’m sure, siyem- sa pinakasikat at pinaka-in being compared feature or documentary film. Also, a full tax exemption pre she’s pretty, she’s Sino si Alden demand na artista ng GMA? relevant to the screening of the film and its commer- eligible, she’s single Richards sa Ayon kay Rams, “Number to Encantadia cial-exhibition, including those levied by local-government so…” buhay ni Maine one is we always count our film shall be granted. Wala raw kato- sa pagkakaalam blessings, iyon yung impor- Enrique Gil on ABS-CBN’s Furthermore, the award-winning film shall be tohanan ang mga ni Rams? tante. Bagani: “Wala kaming ginagaya. considered and shall have the honor of being given an balitang nag-uugnay “They’re very At saka not a single milli- It’s very original.” automatic rating of an “A” film granted by the Cinema kay Maine sa ilang good friends, meter na iangat ng paa mo sa Enrique Gil opened up about Evaluation Board. aktor. yeah, they’re very lupa, dapat ganun, iyon ang the challenges they faced while Vargas is gearing up for the release of his indie film “Not true. good friends. itinuturo ko sa lahat ng mga shooting ABS-CBN’s upcoming “Men In Uniform,” hopefully this April. “Those are mga artista ko. fantaserye Bagani. “It’s an advocacy film about five police,” he said. haka-haka lang nila, “Pag meron kang nakuku- “Yung fight scenes, we were He is also busy touring the film “Ang Guro Kong Hindi well, I should say fake news.” hang achievement, meron kang shooting in Ilocos. Pag nakiki- Marunong Magbasa” in many provinces. Diin pa niya, “Wala siyang natatanggap na positive o maganda, paglaban, kailangan flexed [ang boyfriend. Marami, mga lagi mong isipin na iyan ay bigay ng muscles]. Ang hirap, ah!” Smooth comeback “Sa Ilocos, ang init tapos suitors.” Diyos, ipagpasalamat mo at huwag naka-sandals lang kami, yung Sino si Alden Richards sa ikalalaki ng ulo mo. “That’s what we really want.” On a lighter note, the actor-public servant is seen on the “Bagkus, ipagpasalamat mo at buhangin mainit. Pag tumatakbo Enrique then stressed: “Wala supernatural-drama series “Kambal, Karibal.” buhay ni Maine sa pagkakaa- ka sa buhangin tapos naka-san- lam ni Rams? i-share mo, share your blessings.” kaming ginaya. It’s very original. Vargas’s last full-length series on TV was back in 2014, Ano naman ang masasabi ni Rams dals, mas mahirap gumalaw. “It’s something new and very which is why he is happy over this new opportunity. “They’re very good friends, “But it was so fun!” yeah, they’re very good tungkol sa bashers nina Marian at close to our hearts.” On it, he is Allan Magpantay, Bianca Umali’s father. It Maine? There have been those “This is actually five years in is his first paternal role. friends. comparing Bagani to GMA-7’s “Happy ako sa kanilang “Hindi naman mawawala ang the making. “My character is a lost soul eh. Nawalan siya ng asa- bashers, e. Encantadia. Enrique admits that he is wa tapos ang thinking niya, nawalan din siya ng anak. dalawa, both their careers,” GMA consultant Suzette sagot ng talent manager. “If there’s white, there’s black, yin- more comfortable doing rom-com So ang dami niya ding struggle,” he said. yang ‘yan, e. Minsan din it balances, Doctolero, the creator of Encan- projects since he has been doing Vargas’ character is torn between two women played e. tadia, described Bagani as “pang them for a long time already. by Jean Garcia and Carmina Villaroel. TWO SUPERSTARS. Si circus ang costume.” Rams din ang manager ng “Pangit naman kung laging pap- “Yung mga linya namin, mahi- “Torn between two lovers!” he quipped. “Swerte ako uri. The Headwriter for ABS-CBN rap. Makatang Tagalog. na dalawa pa leading ladies ko. Sobrang na-eenjoy ko Kapuso prime time queen na Star Creatives, Mark Duane si Marian Rivera. “E, di okay na rin yung mga “May ibang words na hindi kasi bago sa akin ‘yung role.” yun, kasi for us, for me, yung mga Angos, responded by reminding pwede gamitin. Hindi mo pwede “Mas marami akong eksena kay Jean, sobrang jologs Ano ang pagkakaiba ng people of Suzette’s show, Alyas pagma-manage kina Marian at bashers, sila yung reflection ng kung sabihin yung mga words tulad ng kasi ‘yung character niya. Tapos kami naman daw ni Car- Robin Hood, that was accused mina, bagay kami onscreen, kape’t asukal daw kami!” Maine? ano yung mali, kung ano yung hindi ‘teka.’” of copying the Hollywood series He is thankful for the good feedback the show has Saad niya, “Masarap sila dapat gawin. The actor recalled shooting Arrow. dangerous stunts for this upcom- been receiving. pareho katrabaho, kasi pareho “Minsan kasi, sinasabi pa lang nila Enrique reacted by saying: ing series that also stars Matteo Asked what fans could expect from “Kambal, Karibal” silang masipag at pareho yung negative, ‘O, alam mo na, iyan “In comparison to other epic Guidicelli, Sofia Andres, Makisig in the coming weeks, the actor hinted: “Maraming sikreto silang mabait, and ano sila, e, na ‘yang lalabas na negative, huwag teleseryes, they’re epic for a nating gagawin ‘yan.’ Morales, and Diether Ocampo. ang mabubunyag. Ayoko naman maging spoiler pero ang positive palagi. reason. The trailer of Bagani indicated masasabi ko lang basta pag-ibig na ‘yung pinaglalaban, “Si Marian lang minsan, “We’re just doing what they MAINE MENDOZA that this fantasy series will air lalong tumatapang.” madalas niyong makita sa so- want to do: tell a good and great its pilot episode this March. “Kambal, Karibal” airs weeknights on GMA Telebabad. continued on page 26 story, an epic story for people 22 2018 22 Back-to-back US, Canada shows for GMA Pinoy TV’s ‘Sikat Ka, Kapuso!’

GMA Pinoy TV is gearing up for the most star-studded event of the year as the hottest Kapuso royalties grace the much-awaited return of ‘Sikat Ka, Kapuso!’ this April. Following the huge success from last year’s event in California, the Kapuso abroad can once again get the chance to see their idols perform live on April 7 at the Newark Symphony Hall in New Jersey, USA and on April 8 at the Sony Centre for the Performing Arts in Toronto, Canada. Leading the ensemble of the bright- est stars is none other than Kapuso Primetime King Dingdong Dantes who returns to the US after his successful shows in 2017. Dingdong, who top billed the recently-concluded Alyas Rob- in Hood 2, will entertain the Kapuso abroad with pop-rock songs that they can surely sing along with. Returning to the Sikat Ka, Kapuso! cast is re- al-life couple Kapuso Drama King Dennis Trillo and Ultimate Star Jennylyn Mercado who will bring kilig as their fans watch out for their duet performance. Kapuso Premier Drama Actress Lovi Poe, who co-stars Dennis Trillo in the sexy romantic comedy series The One That Got Away, is also returning to the show together with Kapuso comedian Betong Sumaya. Last, but definitely not the least, GMA Pinoy TV is once again bringing the Kapuso abroad’s most requested artist – no less than Pambansang Bae Alden Richards. With today’s hottest Kapuso stars performing in New Jersey and Toronto, the Kapuso abroad can expect nothing but pure fun and entertainment. Sikat Ka, Kapuso! is a GMA-pro- duced event which aims to bring Filipinos abroad closer to home via its international channels GMA Pinoy TV, GMA Life TV, and GMA News TV In- ternational. Stay informed by following GMA Pinoy TV on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. For ticket inquiries, contact (917) 858-2356 for Sikat Ka, Kapuso! New Jersey and 1-866-7KAPUSO for Sikat Ka, Kapuso! Toronto.

23 2018 23 Lacson on Duterte order vs foreign Benham research: Late but still a good move A “bit late” but a “good move just the same,” Senator Panfilo Lacson said of President Rodrigo Duterte’s reported Glaiza de Castro on finding Mr. Right: order to stop all marine explorations by foreign scientists in the Philippine Rise, formerly known as Benham Rise. “It may have come a bit late but it is a good move just the “Buo ka na dapat kapag dumating siya.” same,” Lacson said. Opposition lawmakers criticized President Rodrigo Glaiza de Castro Ngunit pagkatapos maunsiyami sense of fulfillment na hinahanap Duterte’s move to revoke licenses of foreign researchers in on falling in love: ang maganda sanang pagtitinginan niya noon. Benham Rise, saying it might just be a farce especially since “Hindi naman ako ng dalawa ay wala pang napabalitang Aniya, “Naging misconception yun Chinese research ships have already left. This is probably sa nagmamadali. potential boyfriend ang Actress. para sa akin. Na eto na lang yung what Senator Lacson meant. Mula July 2016 hanggang May bubuo sa akin. An analyst meanwhile believes Duterte’s announcement Pag nagpadala ka could have been better if he ordered an all-Philippine sa sinasabi ng tao, 2017 ay naging abala si Glaiza sa “Hindi dapat. Dapat buo ka na. pinagbidahang teleserye na Encan- “Kapag sinabi mong siya na lang program for marine research in Benham Rise to show the ‘Uy, ilang taon ka tadia. pala yung missing piece… government is proactive in securing the country’s resources. na? Grabe naman, At sa March 2018 ay nakatakdang “Although parang, ideally, ganun “Whatever technical information so far gathered by any napag-iiwanan Aminado si Glaiza de Castro na umere ang panibago niyang Kapuso yung magiging dating. foreign entity that conducted research in Benham Rise should at the very least be shared to the Philippine government,” ka na.’ Ano? masarap sa pakiramdam ang magka- drama series na Contessa. “Pero kung iisipin mo maigi, dapat roon ng love life, pero hindi raw siya Hindi ba niya naiisip na magka- kilala mo na sarili mo. he said. Magse-settle ka na Agriculture Secretary Emmanuel Piñol, in a Facebook post, nagmamadaling pumasok sa relasyon. roon ng inspirasyon? “Baka okey ka na, ‘tapos pag du- lang dahil dun?” “Inumpisahan ko na buuin yung Sagot ni Glaiza, “Hindi naman ako mating siya, sasabay ka. revealed that Duterte made the order during their Cabinet sarili ko, na pahalagahan muna yung sa nagmamadali. “Hindi yung lalaki yung mag- meeting. “President Rody Duterte last night ordered the cessation of sarili ko, na hanapin kung anong “Pag nagpadala ka sa sinasabi ng ba-validate sa ‘yo. Ikaw ang mag- all marine explorations and studies by foreign scientists and gusto kong gawin, hanapin kung tao, ‘Uy, ilang taon ka na? Grabe ba-validate sa sarili mo.” directed the Philippine Navy to ‘chase out’ any vessel fishing anong gusto kong route. naman, napag-iiwanan ka na.’ Dinaluhan ni Glaiza at ng kanyang or conducting [research],” Piñol said. “Sa ngayon na nabuo ko na siya, “Ano? Magse-settle ka na lang Contessa leading man na si Jak inaantay ko na lang yung taong sasa- “Let me be very clear about this: the Philippine Rise is dahil dun? I don’t think bubuuin ka Roberto ang annual Panagbenga float ours and any insinuation that it is open to everybody should bay sa akin,” pahayag ng 30-year-old nun, e. parade. end with this declaration,” he added, quoting Duterte. Kapuso actress. “Parang sa akin, buo ka na dapat Kasama rin nila ang Kapuso stars Huling naugnay si Glaiza kay kapag dumating siya.” na sina Megan Young, Mikael Daez, Benjamin Alves mula 2015 hanggang Tila minsan na ring umasa si Ruru Madrid, at Matt Evans. umpisa ng 2016. Glaiza na mapunan ni Mr. Right ang No ban on foreign explorers in PH Rise, only stricter applica- tion process – Palace Foreign entities could still conduct maritime research Jak Roberto reacts to comparisons between Contessa and Wildflower in the resource-rich Philippine Rise, but President Rodrigo Jak Roberto says that it’s too Criminology student na nag- “So ayun, sobrang excited na kami sa kalala- Duterte wanted a stricter application process for them, early for his show Contessa, pu-pulis. Tinulungan ko siya basan ng ginagawa namin ngayon.” Malacañang said. starring Glaiza de Castro, to be para maghiganti dun sa mga As for his role in Contessa, Jak said that it Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque said foreign compared to other shows: “Kasi kaaway niya.” will be very far from the good boy character he researchers, who want to conduct scientific research in the di pa naman kami na-e-ere para Jak is included in the show as played in Meant To Be. Philippine Rise, must first seek the approval of National macommentan ng ganun, na Glaiza’s leading man. “Yung role ko dito, malayong-malayo sa role Security Adviser Hermogenes Esperon Jr. may kagayang show.” Neti- JAK AS GLAIZA’S LEAD- ko dati bilang Andoy. Ito, palaban. He said that all licenses granted to foreign entities to zens have been comparing his ING MAN. Jak is happy to be “Siya yung knight in shining armor ni Bea, carry out scientific research in the Philippine Rise were now upcoming show to ABS-CBN’s chosen as Glaiza’s leading man played by Glaiza. Walang pwedeng gumalaw sa “deemed cancelled.” recently-concluded drama for in Contessa. kanya, walang pwedeng umagrabyado sa kanya. “They are all cancelled. If they want to apply, they must, series Wildflower, starring Maja “Nalaman ko na lang na sa “Ako yung humaharap, ako yung nakiki- in addition, get the personal approval of the National Security Salvador. akin yung role noong pinapunta pag-away, nakikipagsuntukan. Anak ako ng pulis Adviser,” he said. GMA-7’s upcoming drama na ako sa mismong storycon. dito na nag-aaral ng Criminology.” Roque said Duterte wanted Filipinos given priority to series Contessa, which stars Kasi nagkaroon ng apat na conduct research in the 13-million-hectare underwater plateau Glaiza de Castro in the title role, screening, e. Parang apat na REPLACING IKA-6 NA UTOS? According off eastern Luzon. has not aired yet on television. beses kaming nag screening. to the teaser aired in December 2017, Contessa The Palace official, however, clarified that Duterte was However, netizens are already engaging in fan Hindi pa natuloy yung isa kasi bumagyo. is scheduled to premiere this March on GMA’s not banning foreign individuals or group from conducting wars and having heated discussions on social “So noong nalaman kong ako, Ah okay! Afternoon Prime block. scientific research in the area. media since there are those who claim that Con- Tapos inalam ko yung istorya, kung ano yung There are those speculating that the show “It’s not really a ban,” he noted. tessa imitated the recently-concluded ABS-CBN gagampanan ko. Tapos noong sinabi sa akin, will replace the top-rating show Ika-6 Na Utos, he Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) had earlier drama series Wildflower, starring Maja Salvador. natuwa ako. which serves as the flag-carrier of GMA’s after- confirmed that it has granted China the permission to conduct This is because both shows have re- “Tapos nagkaroon kami ng teaser...noong noon block. maritime research in the Philippine Rise. venge-themed stories, where the lead character nakita ko yung teaser, nakakakilabot.” Does Jak feel pressure about this? DFA Secretary Alan Peter Cayetano has defended the seeks justice from the people who wronged her. The teaser that Jak was referring to was the He answered, “Well, nakakapressure yung move, even asserting that allowing China to do research in In Wildflower, Maja Salvador’s character Lily omnibus plug that GMA-7 aired presenting its nagawa nilang rating kasi sila yung unang soap the Philippine Rise did not violate any law. Cruz vows to seek revenge against the Ardientes, new shows for the first quarter of 2018. na umabot ng Saturday tapos yung rating nila sa But Senior Associate Justice Antonio Carpio said it was the political clan that caused the death of her The former Meant To Be actor admitted that Saturday, parang rating ng prime-time. “dumb” of the Philippines to allow China to explore Philip- father. Lily transforms into the seductive and he initially thought that Contessa will only “Kami naman, confident naman kami sa pine Rise despite its disrespect for Manila’s sovereignty in the powerful Ivy in her quest to avenge her family. depict a typical story of revenge. kalalabasan ng show kasi nagtitiwala naman West Philippine Sea. Jak gave details of the plot of Contessa during However, his presumptions changed when kami sa director at saka si Glaiza, kilala naman Despite the United Nations arbitral ruling, which favored his birthday press conference held in December they started taping for the show. natin siya na magaling na aktres. And yung iba the Philippines’ diplomatic protest and invalidated Beijing’s 2017. “Akala ko kasi, parang katulad ulit ng dati na pang cast, talagang pinagsama-sama para lang sweeping claims over the South China Sea, China continues to He narrated back then, “Si Contessa, played it’s all about revenge, yung usual soap na laging mapaganda yung soap.” militarize its reclaimed islands in the disputed sea. by Glaiza de Castro, nagkaroon ng atraso sa may maaapi tapos maghihiganti. Contessa also stars Lauren Young, Tetchie The Inquirer obtained aerial photographs of the alleged kanya ang mga tao. “Pero this time, noong shinu-shoot na namin Agbayani, Chanda Romero, Leandro Baldem- militarization at the South China Sea. “Parang inabuse siya, ginulo ang buhay niya, siya, noong tinetape na namin siya, sobrang or, and Bernadette Alysson, as well as real-life The photographs show that China is almost finished at maghihiganti siya. Kasama niya ako.” kakaiba and nakakaexcite dahil maraming twists cousins Geoff and Gabby Eigenmann. transforming seven reefs claimed by the Philippines in the He said about his character, “Ako ay isang na bago. Spratly archipelago into island fortresses.

PIDC Slates Induction of Those to be sworn to office for the 2018-2009 term are : Karen Carpio, PIDC Adviser & Chairman Emerita, Mabuhay Philippines JADAONE ON JADINE Pascual-Binaday- president, Ben Corpuz - exec. vice president, and Minda Neri, Adviser. from page 12 Executive Officers and Board Tom Tan- external veep, Gene Elamparo- internal veep, Rory The PIDC Council of Leaders is composed of Rose Cruz, Anita Elefano-special project veep,Chyrell Samson-exec. secretary, Aimee Diaz, Aris Elefano, Ramon Estaris, Roland Ibarra, Marlene Lucas, On January 16 and 17 Nadine showed Insta- of Directors for 2018-2019 Maravilla-asst. exec. secretary, Nene Ticzon-treasurer, Ted Dayno- Lovely Luna, Socorro Maravilla, Agnes Miranda, Ric Norona, Pidoy asst. treasurer, Al Tupe - auditor, Mike Aprieto & Jeff Mesina Pacis, Ralph Paguirigan, Myrna Palmer, Ofelia Santiago and Roger gram ng X-ray ng kanyang spinal column. The Philippine Independence Day Council- PIDC sets the induction -press relation officers, Clyde Pacis & Melinda Manlapaz- business Tarca. The new sets of officers , directors and council leaders were Hihingan ng reaksiyon ang boyfriend ni Direk of its Executive Officers and Board of Directors on March 25, 2018, managers, Verth Bugtong & Paulina Corpuz - community liaison elected on December 10, 2017 at Metro Hall, Toronto. Tonet na si Direk Dan Villegas tungkol sa espe- Sunday, 6:00 p.m. at Max’s Restaurant, 1520 Steeles Avenue West, officers, and Imie Belanger, Helen Lao, Suzy Llanera, Vilma Tahsin Invited to be the guest of honour and inducting officer is Hon. kulasyong naglasing si James noong gabi bago ng corner Dufferin Street, Vaughan, Ontario L4K 3B9. & Nanding Ticzon as directors. To be inducted too are Norma Rosalita Prospero, Consul General of the Philippines - Toronto. dapat sana’y shooting day ng pelikula. Aimee Maravilla and Verth Bugtong are designated as chair and Ngunit ang tanging kinumpirma ni Direk Dan co-chair of the semi formal event. ay “frustrated” si Direk Tonet sa pagkakaantala sa The quintessential Filipino Canadian non-profit umbrella organization in Ontario is on track in pursuing its mandate and shooting, at bilang isa ring direktor ay naiintindi- goals of holding its ever popular and purposeful annual Mabuhay han niya kung bakit lubos na nababahala ang girl- Philippines Festival, Little Miss and Miss Philippines PIDC, Salu-salo friend. Naniniwala raw si Direk Dan na hindi isyu sa Earl Bales Park Community Potluck Picnic, Mabuhay Cup ang pagkakasakit o pagpa-party ng isang artista o Invitational Basketball Tournament, Philippine Independence Day sinumang staff sa isang film production. Flag Raising event at Queen’s Park, and Filipino Heritage Month Ang mahalaga raw ay makapag-deliver ng kung Inaugural Celebration as amongst other established community- THE NEWLY-ELECTED PIDC EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND BOARD OF anuman ang hinihingi ng pelikula sa kanila. DIRECTORS WITH ONTARIO MPP HAN DONG OF TRINITY -SPADINA focused programs in June and August, 2018. 24 2018 24 Just because you’re buying dinner doesn’t mean you’re entitled to more

The truth is a bitter pill to swallow, so a crush on. these days, what once was “basted” has Again: The effort you make doesn’t auto- Hunk Shot been sugarcoated “friendzone.” matically mean you can demand someone In an episode of “Adulting”, Atom to feel a certain way about you. Andre’s favorite Araullo introduced several spin-offs to Kristine, Atom’s guest who outed herself this concept: There’s “seenzone” and as someone who got friendzoned, advised dish is adobo. He “kuyazone” — all painful places to be in people to refrain from making assump- also like McDonalds. for people who are pining over someone. tions. “Huwag tayong mag-assume, para Atom commiserates, but there’s room for hindi tayo masaktan.” We hope he stays #realtalk about expectations between two And if your feelings aren’t being recipro- fit because he is a people who are spending time and slowly cated, Kristine’s tip is to quit while you’re member of Team getting to know each other. ahead. “Hindi masamang mag-effort, pero Here, Atom makes a very important kung wala naman na, itigil mo na. Kasi Crossover Canada point. Allow us to highlight: masasaktan ka lang kung patuloy mo pa that will represent “May mga lalake, medyo nagiging male siyang gugustuhin, e ‘di ka naman talaga privilege siya. Porke’t niligawan ko ‘tong niya gusto.” Canada at the SM babaeng ito, porke’t nilibre ko ng dinner, “Paganda ka, besh,” she said. NBTC National porke’t hinahatid ko sa bahay...feeling mo Atom added you can actually be more High School obligated silang sagutin ka. Hindi naman open and ask questions. “Huwag ka nang tama ‘yon — both for girls and boys.” mahiyang magtanong. Kung, kunwari, Championships in There’s a song you can check out by ilang buwan na rin naman kayong nagki- the Philippines. We Flight of the Conchords called “A Kiss is kita o nag-uusapan, may karapatan ka ring Not a Contract” and that goes for the little magtanong.” wish him and the gifts you might get for someone you have team good luck. He is the son of Mike and Marlyn. Canada participate again at the SM NBTC Championships in the Philippines By Emar Sy Crossover Sports Canada once again secured a Samonte, Mico Oligane and Tyler Garcia. slot for Canada to participate at the 2018 SM They are expected to arrive on March 12 and NBTC National Championships on March 19- will have a series of exhibition games against 24 at the Mall of Asia Arena in Manila. Canada Jubilee Christian Academy, La Salle St. Benilde, Andre will be one of the international teams invited San Beda and Ateneo as part of their prepara- that includes the US, tion leading to the national New Zea- cham- pi- on- Cruz

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answered that the latter is the one who usually initiates lovemaking. Referring to her husband’s amorous advances, Ai-Ai said, “Siya! Parati!” Gerald interjected, “Parati naman ‘to!” Ai-Ai reiterated, “O, totoo naman, e!” Gerald probably became conscious that they were Ai-Ai delas Alas on how husband Gerald Sibayan initiates their discussing their sex life on national television, and lovemaking: “Minsan, may harassment. Minsan, chill lang.” said, “Hindi rin!” Then Ai-Ai revealed that Gerald actually wanted Ai-Ai delas Alas them to have sex before heading for their TV appearance. reveals husband Ai-Ai told Gerald, “Hala-lalala! Bago nga lang tayo pumunta dito, e!” Gerald Sibayan Denying Ai-Ai’s statement, Gerald exclaimed, “Hindi, a! Iba yung iniisip mo. Hindi yun yun.” is “mas madalas Ai-Ai continued to banter with her husband, saying, “Mamatey?” mangalabit” Still laughing, Gerald said Ai-Ai must have misinterpreted his meaning and that all he wanted In a rare moment, Ai-Ai delas Alas, 53, and was for them to go to the mall. husband Gerald Sibayan, 24, opened up about their At the end of the interview, Ai-Ai described how sex life—and revealed how active it is. Gerald initiates their intimate moments as a married The topic came up during their joint guest couple. appearance on GMA News TV’s late-night show, “Minsan, may harassment. Minsan, chill lang. Tonight With Arnold Clavio. Kanina, may harassment na kasama. As part of the show’s challenge, Arnold asked the “E, nandun yung dog, baka kopyahin siya. Sabi couple: “Sino ang mas madalas mangalabit?” ko, ‘Huwag muna, andiyan si Sailor!’” Without missing a beat, both Ai-Ai and Gerald 25 2018 25 PLANTING RICE continued from page 3

The expenses start with land preparation. Farmers rent a tractor to plow the field and rent has gone up from P2,500 to P3,000 for every hectare. Another P3,000 is needed for soil leveling or fallowing using “kuliglig” (a tractor similar to a rotary tiller). Kristoffer Martin on wrong impressions of Marian Rivera: “Both machines use diesel and the addi- tional payment goes to the increase in the prices of fuel,” said Ponciano Onia, a farm- “Ang sarap ipagtanggol, kasi hindi naman er-trader from Umingan town in Pangasinan province. talaga ganun.” Farmworkers have asked for higher pay for pulling palay seedlings from the seedbed. They have asked for a P3 fee, up from P1.50 siya.” island in Zambales. “Mahirap ang work- for every “bigkis,” or a bundle of seedlings ing conditions kasi wala namang proper they dig up and transplant. WRONG IMPRES- accommodations dun sa island, pero okay Around 600 bundles are needed to fill a SION. Ayon sa lang kasi game lahat ng kasama namin sa hectare. While there are already machines 23-anyos na aktor, shooting, lalo na si Paolo,” she says. “It’s mali ang negatibong for transplanting rice, these are not popular really a privilege to be paired with him kasi yet and manual labor is still the norm. impresiyon ng ibang tao kay Marian dahil nanalo na siya ng best actor awards locally and internationally. At utang na loob ko sa Labor cost sa pagiging matapang nito. kanya ang pelikulang ito kasi siya mismo Ten laborers for every hectare are needed ang pumili sa aking maging leading lady to transplant palay seedlings, Onia said. “Yun nga yung na- niya after magkasama kami before sa ‘Bakit They are paid P5,000 if they are not served kakaano, na ang sarap Kristoffer Martin recounts his first scene lunch, and P4,000 if meals are included. ipagtanggol, kasi hindi Lahat ng Guwapo May Boyfriend’.” with Marian Rivera in a recently concluded Fortunately for farmers, prices for certi- naman talaga ganun, e. In the story, Paolo turns out to be Kapuso teleserye. “May eksena kami na fied seeds have not gone up yet. A bag of 40 “Kumbaga, si Ate Yan, yung taong kau- gay. Is it possible for her to fall for sobra akong nag-i-stutter, as in kinakabah- kg is sold at P1,200. sapin mo kasi bago mo makilala.” a gay guy? “I think so, an nga ako…” They have yet to feel the impact of Hindi rin daw judgmental ang itinutur- yes. Kasi, more than Inamin ni Kristoffer Martin na nagka- TRAIN on fertilizers and pesticides, accord- ing na Kapuso Prime Time Queen kaya mali siya ng impresiyon kay Marian Rivera sa physical, sa ugali ing to Rosendo So, Sinag chair. But farmers madali siyang nakapag-open up dito. nang makatrabaho niya ang aktres sa Super ako tumitingin may need to add P5 more for freight cost Saad ni Kristoffer, “Siguro ako yung mas Ma’am, ang Kapuso prime time series na kasi ‘yung ma- due to fuel price hike, he said. may pinaka nasabi sa kanya na sobrang nagtapos noong Enero. gandang ugali, Chemical fertilizers are mostly imported personal na hindi ko puwedeng sabihin. Paliwanag ng actor-singer, “Siyempre hindi nawawala and are controlled by world prices. “Pero si Ate Yan, hindi niya ako dy- mai-intimidate, lalo na nung mga first ‘yun hanggang sa For every hectare, farmers use two bags of inudge dun sa sinabi ko. scenes namin. urea (P850 per bag) and eight bags of Triple “Sobrang suportado daw niya na andiyan pagtanda.” “Malay ko kung naalala pa ako ni Ate 14 (nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus), lang daw siya, yun yung parang hindi ko Wasn’t she linked Yan nung Endless Love.” costing P950 a bag. makakalimutan.” to Ejay Falcon Ang Endless Love ay ang 2010 Filipino Some fields need 16-0-0 or potassium Kamakailan ay lumabas sa Instagram ang before? “Yes, when we adaptation ng sikat na Koreanovela at (P760 per bag) and use it in combination pagba-bonding ng cast ng Super Ma’am. were doing ‘Pasion de pinagbidahan nina Marian at Dingdong Ani Kristoffer, para na silang isang with other fertilizers, Onia said. Amor’. Pero itinutukso Dantes. pamilya. lang kami sa isa’t isa Machines and carabaos Sina Kristoffer at Kathryn Bernardo ang Kuwento niya, “Nag-bond talaga kami, gumanap bilang mga batang Dingdong at at never naman naging During different stages in the cropping like, sobrang iba, sobrang iba yung pag- Marian. kami. May non-show- season, farmers spray pesticides and herbi- mamahal ni Ate Yan sa mga tao. Kuwento ni Kristoffer sa unang eksena biz boyfriend ako at three cides which entail additional expenses. “Sobra siyang mag-alaga, sobrang nila ni Marian sa Super Ma’am, “May ekse- years na kami.” At harvest time, mechanical harvesters are tropa,e. na kami na sobra akong nag-i-stutter, as in widely used in Pangasinan. “It takes only “Yung nanay ka na, pero tropa ka, yun The name of her BF is Miguel CuUn- kinakabahan nga ako… a day to harvest a hectare of palay and the yung masarap na bonding kay Ate Yan.” jieng and he’s based in the U.S. “Yes, it’s a “Marian Rivera nasa harapan ko, kaek- grain is already bagged right after harvest- long distance love affair, but carry naman. sena ko… ing,” Onia said. Three years na kami, one month and “Pero after nun, sobrang usap, sobrang Yam says she could fall Carabaos still have a use in the scheme of three days. Sobrang bait niya and he’s very dami ng kuwento. things, he said. They pull the sleds which in love with a gay man “Tsaka andami ko na ring nakuwento faithful kaya I trust him. He used to work are used to transport bags of palay from the kay Ate Yan. for an NGO company in Boston but now, field to the highway, where traders wait. The YAM Concepcion had fun shooting “Siya rin, nagkukuwento, tsaka sobrang nakuha niya ang dream job niya sa Wells rent for a carabao is P2,000 for each hectare pamilya talaga. Sobrang ate, literal na ate “Amnesia Love” with Paolo Ballesteros in Fargo, an international bank.” it helps harvest. an island off Mindoro and, later, in another Milling palay to rice also costs more due to high electricity rates because of TRAIN, pa din kami. One classic sample some scenes go awry. So said. TOM is that love scene where it was “But thanks, direk Joel is a The National Food Authority (NFA) buys continued from page 15 only during the take when direk very decent and careful director. palay at P17 a kg, which means farmers net the award-winning actress who is so used to the Joel instructed me to “pump”,” Although he always wants us to P5 for every kg they produce. This is why style of Joel Lamangan. recalls Tom. be very truthful with our scenes, farmers would rather sell palay to private “Lovi, is an intense actress. She never hesitates Both actresses commend Tom never, or there’s not even one traders who buy at P19 (freshly harvested) to doing a difficult scene as she trusts her director for being a very good leading situation wherein we are com- and P23 (dry) a kg. and co-actors. Good thing that we are good man. They claimed that Tom promised,” remarked them. In the end, consumers will bear the brunt friends so there’s no wall to break, so to speak. protects them during the shoot of the steeper cost of rice, farmers said. But then again, in those steamy scenes (as they and he is the one that subjects Tom Rodriguez and Erich Gonzales, stars of portray as husband and wife), nagkakagulatan himself to any exposure in case the sexy drama, ‘The Significant Oth

(Pop-ups are not supposed to MAINE MENDOZA lege, we have one common group na pinag- be taken seriously - EDITOR) continued from page 22 samahan, which is Teatro Tomasino, kung Candid SPOOF saan nabibilang ang maraming tao or people “Minsan, for me, it’s a warning pa nga, from the industry na doon nanggaling. e, na huwag gawin, huwag mangyari, kasi “Yung iba galing sa TV, sa movies. Kulang pala binayad mo sa hindi naman talaga totoo. “So, college days pa lang magkaibigan prosthetic mo kaya pala “So, thank you rin sa bashers, kasi iyon na kami ni Don, and naisip namin ito last may limp ang paglakad mo. yung reminder sa amin na hindi kami yun year.” Bakit hindi si Marian ang kasosyo at hindi namin gagawin yun. niya? “Siyempre si Marian would like her “At learnings iyon sa amin na never own branch soon, ‘no? mangyayari kung anuman yung speculations “Tapos, she’s not from Quezon City, I’m na negative na ibinabato nila sa amin.” sure she would prefer somewhere in Cavite or sa Makati para mas matutukan niya. BUSINESS VENTURE. Bukod sa pag- “E, ako, from Quezon City.” ma-manage ng artista, isa ring negosyante Ang endorsers ng Heroes Barber shop ay Iyon si Rams bilang may-ari ng Heroes Barber ang That’s My Baes na kinabibilangan nina lang ang na-ipon Shop at Nailandia Nail Spa branch sa Que- Miggy Tolentino, Kim Last, Jon Timmons, namin kasi. zon City. Tommy Peñaflor, Joel Palencia, at Kenneth Binuksan ito noong February 17, kung Medrano. saan business partner ni Rams ang direk- Si Marian naman ang endorser ng tor at matagal na niyang kaibigang si Don Nailandia. Cuaresma. Kuwento ng talent manager, “During col- Nonoy Zuniga and Joey Albert gave a very entertaining, fun-filled and funny concert. 26 2018 26 So sabi ko naman, ‘naku, anak, sigurado ka ba dyan?’ Okay raw, gusto raw niya maramdaman ang eksena. So di sige, ginawa namin, pero alalay pa rin ako sa kanya. I don’t want to really hurt her.” How about her hair-pulling scene with Glydel Mercado as the child’s mother? “Ay, doon, all-out na kami. Masaya ‘yung sabunutan namin. Una noong makita niyang sina- saktan ko ang anak niya at pinalayas ko siya dahil nakikitira sila sa bahay. Next, noong nakaburol na ang asawa niyang si Allan Paule at nag-abot kami sa punerarya at binato pa niya ako ng korona. Okay rin naman kasi si Glydel. Ang galing niya. Nakakadala ALDEN RICHARD’S kapag siya kaeksena mo at nanggigigil talaga ako sa NEW LOVETEAM? kanya.” A lot of girls have been It’s good she can still act even if the effects of Bell’s enchanted by Alden Richards not Palsy have not totally been healed on her face. “Yes, may part ng bibig ko at ng isang mata ko na hindi just because of his good looks but gumagalaw pero okay lang naman. Hindi halata. Buti also because of his sincere acting Olivia Manuel and Natasha Reodica help out at the nga kahit may ganito ako, nakuha pa akong endorser and humble personality. Philippine Heritage Band dinner. ng isang slimming salon, e. Hindi naman ako pinaba- He rose to the peak of his career bayaan ng Panginoong Hesus. I’m totally at peace when he was paired up with the with Him so I was never bitter dahil sa naging sakit Kapuso actress and Dubsmash ko. Hayan nga’t tuluy-tuloy lang ang projects ko.” Queen Maine Mendoza Angelu enjoys being where their love tandem was popularly dubbed to as AlDub, bad Rhian insists she’s not trying to a combination of Richard’s first upstage co-stars Binibining Pilipinas 2018 contestant Agatha Romero is name and Mendoza’s character ANGELU De Leon is enjoying her villain role to vying to win the title. the hilt in the hit afternoon soap, “The Stepdaughters”, in “Kalyeserye.” Their pairing RHIAN Ramos is getting a lot of good feedback ers now even call their love team Zo-El, combination that now airs after “Ika-6 na Utos”. She plays Brenda, resulted to their wide exposure for her rollicking performance as Zoe in “The One of Zoe and Gael. the wife of Gary Estrada and mom of Katrina Halili and to the further increase of the that Got Away”. Someone even wrote that she’s so “Kami mismo, nagulat sa napakagandang feedback who is very mean to Glydel Mercado and Megan TV ratings of Eat Bulaga. good that “naaagawan niya ng eksena” her two sa aming tambalan,” Rhian beams. “Maraming Young. “Lately, puro mabait ang roles ko sa ‘Buena co-stars, Lovi Poe and Max Collins, in their roles as nagre-request na bigyan ng focus ang sarili naming The success of Kalyeserye Familia’ and ‘Mulawin’, so I welcome playing this role women who are all desperately determined to get the love story at igawa raw kami ng follow up project. opened many opportunities for na hindi ako kawawa at umiiyak,” she says. “Na- attention of their mutual ex-boyfriend, Liam, played May nagre-request pang sa katapusan ng TOTGA, Alden. He is also a best-selling miss ko rin ‘yung ako ang nagtataray, nang-aapi at by Dennis Trillo. Recently, she was seen once again we end up with each other at hayaan na lang daw sina recording artist, according to nakikipag-away. My last villain role was in ‘Hindi Ka donning a very sexy swimsuit in one revealing scene. Lovi as Alex and Max as Darcy ang mag-aagawan kay report. na Mag-iisa’ with Jennylyn Mercado six years ago pa. Is she doing this deliberately? Dennis. But I’m sure matagal pa bago matapos ang May lalim naman ‘yung character ni Brenda rito kasi And lately, based on a recent “No, I have no intention na sapawan ang kahit na show lalo na ngayong paganda nang paganda ang rat- may pinanggagalingan ‘yung kasamaan niya. Maaar- report in Inquire’s Bandera, there sino,” she says. “I just do what our directors, Mark de ings namin each night at lagi kaming nagte-trending. ing morally, questionable siya, but she’s actually just are rumors on social media that la Cruz and Rado Peru, tell me to do sa eksena. ‘Yung So abang-abang na sila sa magiging latest develop- thinking of her family at gusto niyang makaahon sila the 26-year-old actor will be sexy swimsuit, wala akong magagawa kasi my role ments sa aming show.” sa hirap sa squatters’ area na tinitirhan nila.” paired with Ina de Belen, daughter is that of a swimsuit designer. Lovi, Max and I have As proof of this, some new male stars will be We saw the pilot episode of “The Stepdaughters” of Jenice de Belen and John become very good friends while taping for this show introduced to spice up the show, including Matthias and there are scenes where she is maltreating the child and it’s our mutual intention na mapaganda ito para Rhoads as Gordon, Vince Vandorpe as Avi and Dave Estrada. actress who plays the young Megan Young. Didn’t she mas magustuhan ng viewers.” Bornea as Andrew. They are meant to make the lives According to a source, the have any qualms doing this? Lately, she seems to have found a new love interest of Rhian, Lovi and Max in TOTGA even much more father of Ina, John Estrada is also “Siyempre, I felt reluctant at the start. Pero siya pa in Jason Abalos. Not a few people have noticed that colorful than it already is. Watch out for the introduc- allegedly part of the upcoming TV ang nagsabi sa’kin na okay lang pong saktan nyo ako. they have very good chemistry on screen. Some view- tion of the characters that they’ll be playing soon. series.

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