Jason Dy Reinvents His Music with the R&B Dance Track “Ulit-ulit” - His 1st Single as Newly-Signed Star Music Artist

Jason Dy faces a new era in his music career with the release of the song “Ulit-ulit,” his first project as the newest member of ABS-CBN’s Star Music family.

The singer-songwriter who is celebrating his 8th year in the industry launched the single last March 1 or exactly eight years after he was named “The Voice Philippines” season 2 champion.

This time, the Kapamilya balladeer dubbed as the country’s Prince of Soul reinvents himself by exploring other genres beyond what he was used to starting with the R&B dance track “Ulit-ulit,” which is about one’s frustration over repeated arguments in a relationship.

"The song talks about that point in the relationship where the fights are getting repetitive. It’s just the same argument over and over and nothing gets resolved,” he shared. “It’s about whether the relationship is worth saving or it is heading towards the end.”

Jason is thrilled to finally be sharing the single that he penned a few years back. “I actually wrote the song years ago and I’m glad it’s finally getting released.”

“Ulit-ulit” will be part of his mini-album that is set to be released this year under Star Music.

Check out Jason’s latest song “Ulit-ulit,” now available on various music streaming platforms. For more details, follow Star Music on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube.

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“AIR” Makes a Successful World Premiere at South by Southwest Festival

The fans and critics have spoken. “AIR” is a real winner.

“AIR,” directed by Ben Affleck and featuring a star-studded cast led by Matt Damon, closed out the South by Southwest Festival to a wild standing ovation and rave reviews by critics.

Called a “slam dunk” by critics, it was also hailed as “this Generation’s ‘Jerry Maguire’” by Variety.

Watch the official trailer of “AIR” here: https://youtu.be/7OKPknt7EtU

The film’s cast was also widely praised for their “powerful and award-winning performance” in what Indiewire called “ultimately one of the best sports movies ever made.”

“This is a movie that is made to inspire people, to make them feel good in a way that Michael Jordan is inspiring to the world,” said Affleck.

About “AIR”

From award-winning director Ben Affleck and starring Matt Damon, “AIR” reveals the unbelievable game-changing partnership between a then-rookie Michael Jordan and Nike’s fledgling basketball division, which revolutionized the world of sports and contemporary culture with the Air Jordan brand.

“AIR” also stars Ben Affleck, Jason Bateman, Chris Messina, Marlon Wayans, with Chris Tucker and Viola Davis in a moving story that follows the career-defining gamble of an unconventional team with everything on the line, the uncompromising vision of a mother who knows the worth of her son’s immense talent, and the basketball phenom who would become the greatest of all time.

Affleck directed from a screenplay by Alex Convery. “AIR” is produced by Peter Guber, Jason Michael Berman, David Ellison, Jeff Robinov, Madison Ainley, Damon and Affleck.

In Philippine cinemas April 19, "AIR" is distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Discovery company."

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Rotary DISCON to Hold Benefit Concert Featuring Angeline Quinto, SAB, and Paolo Sandejas

A much-awaited annual gathering of Rotarians from across the Rotary Clubs of District 3830, the DISCON will feature a number of activities for fellowship, vision-setting, recognition, and entertainment.

District 3830 Governor Mildred Vitangcol said this year's event is the first full in-person DISCON of the district after its hiatus following the onset of the pandemic in March 2020.

"This DISCON that Rotary District 3830 has lovingly put together aims to amplify the Service goals of the Rotary through a grand yearly fellowship where not only Rotarians are invited to experience, but also the public," said Gov. Vitangcol.

"It's our first fully in-person District Conference in four years so expect it to be packed with a lot of activities not only for Rotarians and Rotaractors to enjoy but also the public in general," she said.

Highlights of the first day of the District Conference include a Benefit Concert, a Rotaract Pre-Conference cosplay-themed socials, and a Welcome Dinner for the Rotary International (RI) President's Representative, Past RI Vice President Anne L. Matthews, to be attended by Past RI President Gary Huang and select District delegates.

The district conference will also feature on its second day a District Leadership Seminar, Grand Opening of House of Friendship and Rotary Showcase, and Plenary Sessions with Guest Speaker, Northern Samar 1st District Rep. Paul Daza.

Plenary Sessions will continue on the third and last day of the conference with panelists including Donald Lim of Enderun Colleges; Karlo Eugene Josef M. Castro of Palawan Pawnshop Group; Cynthia R. Mamon, Ph.D., ICAE of Enchanted Kingdom; Dr. Tony Leachon, and Lourdes Fabia. This will be followed by a Business Session where there will be a Presentation of Future District Governors.

The last day of the conference will also include Breakfast Fellowship with RIPR Past Rotary International Vice President Anne L. Matthews and Marvelously Imaginative Presidents as well as President-Elects.

The three-day conference will then be capped by the much-awaited Governor's Ball.

Notably, the DISCON 2023 Benefit Concert will feature artists Angeline Quinto, SAB, and Paolo Sandejas. Free for all DISCON registrants and with tickets being sold to the public at Php500 each, the concert will have for its opening act a Freestyle Dance Battle among DISCON participants and other concert ticket holders.

For members of District 3830 Rotary Clubs and Rotaract Clubs, they may book tickets for the DISCON 2023 through these contact numbers: 09158826013 or 09478906029.

About Rotary District 3830

Currently led by RY2022-2023 Governor Mildred Vitangcol, the Rotary International District 3830 of the Philippines is composed of the Clubs located in Makati, Taguig, Pateros, Parañaque, Muntinlupa, Alabang, Las Piñas, as well as Palawan.

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Biggest and Brightest Kapamilya Young Stars Gather for First-Ever “Star Magical Prom” on March 30, Livestream Available on YouTube

Star Magic, ABS-CBN’s premier talent agency, is gathering its top young and rising talents as they usher in a new generation of stars in the industry that will ‘debut’ at the first-ever “Star Magical Prom” on March 30.

Star Magic will shine even brighter as they introduce their new up-and-coming artists at the showcase event that promises “a night of love, friendship, and magic.” Fans are also invited online to witness the red carpet and prom festivities by tuning in to the livestream on Star Magic’s YouTube channel.

Joining the celebration are some of today’s hottest love teams of Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano, “Fractured” stars Francine Diaz and Seth Fedelin, as well as “Drag You and Me’s” Andrea Brillantes.

Some of the artists that will also make hearts flutter for their debut are “Dirty Linen” cast members Xyriel Manabat, Sean Tristan, Raven Rigor, Rans Rifol, and CJ Navato, “Teen Clash” stars Jayda Avanzado, Aljon Mendoza, Kobie Brown, Andi Abaya, and Bianca de Vera, and “PBB” alumni Karina Bautista, Anji Salvacion, and Shanaia Gomez.

Adding more fun and excitement to the magical night are the members of P-pop sibling groups BINI - Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Maloi, Colet, Aiah, Jhoanna, and Sheena, and BGYO - Nate, Gelo, JL, Akira, and Mikki, and global pop group Hori7on. Fans can also watch out for promising stars AC Bonifacio, Gillian Vicencio, Louise Abuel, Daniela Stranner, and Angela Ken.

The “Star Magical Prom” also has a few surprises in store for the fans such as the launch of a new Star Magic group, the Sweet 16 and Debutantes portions, and the much-awaited coronation of the “Prom King and Queen.”

Now on its 30th year, Star Magic continues to discover and hone the talents of artists with the goal of transforming them into the country’s biggest and brightest stars.

For more details on the “Star Magical Prom,” follow Star Magic on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

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'ASAP Natin 'To' Brings its Hot Pick Acts from Sarah Geronimo, Moira, Felip, and Gloc9 this Sunday

Keep the party vibes rocking with hot performances courtesy of your favorite Kapamilya stars and guest artists this Sunday (March 26) on "ASAP Natin 'To" on Kapamilya Channel, A2Z, and TV5.

Relive the best-of-the-best Pinoy acts on the ASAP stage with a jampacked P-Pop treat from BINI, BGYO, Felip, Darren, and Bailey May. Plus, groove once more alongside global Filipino dance stars AC Bonifacio, Urban Crew, and "America's Got Talent: All Stars" finalists Power Duo.

Keep the party vibes popping with an all-star pop hits performance from Sarah Geronimo alongside Elha Nympha, Ann Raniel, Lara Maigue, Krystal Brimner, Vivoree, Karina Bautista, Edward Barber, Chie Filomeno, Enchong Dee, MNL48, and your ASAP family with Robi Domingo.

Follow it up with an upbeat hip-hop treat from Gloc9, together with Bailey, Sheena Belarmino, Janine Berdin, and Fana, plus dance hotties Jeremy G, Joao Constancia, and Jameson Blake. Then, mellow down with a senti musical performance from Moira dela Torre.

Relive more showstopping vocal acts on the ASAP stage, featuring a divas showdown from Angeline Quinto, Sheryn Regis, Kyla, Bituin Escalante, Jona, Katrina Velarde, Zsa Zsa Padilla, and Regine Velasquez; also, an inspirational balladeer performance from Gary Valenciano, JM Yosures, Reiven Umali, Bryan Chong, Khimo Gumatay, Lucas Garcia, and Enzo Almario.

And cap it off with a powerful exchange hits sing-off from Gary V., Zsa Zsa, Regine, Ogie Alcasid, Erik Santos, and Martin Nievera in "The Greatest Showdown."

Catch this best-of-the-best concert experience from the country's longest-running and award-winning musical variety show, "ASAP Natin 'To," this Sunday, 12 NN on local TV via Kapamilya Channel, Jeepney TV, A2Z, and TV5, online through Kapamilya Online Live and iWantTFC, and worldwide via TFC.

Viewers who use any digital TV box at home, such as the TVplus box, only need to rescan their device to watch "ASAP Natin 'To" on TV5 and A2Z.

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World's Leading Filipino Streaming Platform iWantTFC and TFC IPTV Offer MMFF Winner “Nanahimik Ang Gabi” on PPV

There were two big winners at the 2022 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) awards night held last December: “Deleter” which hauled seven awards, and “Nanahimik Ang Gabi” (A Silent Night) which won five awards - Third Best Picture, Best Lead Actor for Ian Veneracion, Best Supporting Actor for Mon Confiado, Best Musical Score and Best Production Design.

Starting March 22 to April 10 this year, movie fans around the world can watch the award-winning suspense thriller “Nanahimik Ang Gabi” on iWantTFC – the world’s leading Filipino streaming platform available in 200 countries – from the comfort of their homes or on the go for just Php 249 (or its equivalent in local currency). 

 The selling period to access the film ends on April 10. Pay-Per-View (PPV) buyers can watch on their preferred screening time with a 48-hour access period on the new iWantTFC Tickets website at https://tickets.iwanttfc.com.

Meanwhile, on TFC IPTV, users have until April 10 to rent the movie for USD 4.99 (or its equivalent in local currency). They can watch the movie until April 12. Each purchase will give users access for 48 hours.

One of 2022’s Best Filipino Films

Named one of the 10 Best Filipino Films of 2022 by the editors of Cinema Escapist, “Nanahimik Ang Gabi” tells the story of “sugar baby” Me-ann (Heaven Peralejo) – a young car show model and social media influencer - whose “sugar daddy” whom she calls Chief (Ian Veneracion) turns out to be a corrupt and abusive police officer.

As they rendezvous one evening at their secluded mansion love nest, their illicit tryst quickly turns into a nightmare when they are interrupted by a seemingly deranged intruder named Soliman (Mon Confiado). The mysterious stranger takes the couple’s getaway into a horrifying direction.

What impressed many critics and viewers aside from the compelling acting are the chilling cinematography, haunting score and heart-pounding action scenes. The direction and screenplay of Shugo Praico swing the viewers from the familiar to the unexpected, creating cinematic tension that characterizes this thriller which explores power dynamics.

Watch iWantTFC on a larger screen with select devices, including VEWD, ROKU, and Amazon Fire streaming devices, Android TV, select Samsung Smart TV models, Telstra TV (in Australia), and VIDAA. Visit https://bit.ly/iWantTFC_TVDevices for a complete list of compatible devices, sign-in instructions, and account activation.

For updates, follow www.facebook.com/iWantTFC, @iwanttfc on Twitter and Instagram, and subscribe to www.youtube.com/iWantTFC. For inquiries and concerns about the service, users can also send an e-mail to support@iwanttfc.com.

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(Trailer) "The Pope’s Exorcist," Your Next Must-Watch Horror Movie

Bringing the story of Father Gabriele Amorth, known by some as the Dean of Exorcists and to others as the Vatican’s Exorcist, to the big screen was no easy task.

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/Csfy9Qkvam8

Before The Pope’s Exorcist, other producers had tried to adapt Father Amorth’s best-selling memoirs into a film but none were able to convince the celebrated priest – except for Michael Patrick Kaczmarek, one of the producers of The Pope’s Exorcist.

“I believe I was able to succeed where other producers failed in that I was able to convince Father Amorth about my sincere religious devotion,” explains Kaczmarek. “In our exchanges, I was able to convince him that if he took the chance to work with me, that I would try to make sure the Catholicity would be preserved in the film – and that he would be respected as a person along with the Church and his religious order.”

The producers lovingly refer to the film as “the James Bond of exorcists” because of the wealth of stories, anecdotes and real exorcism cases from its source material, Amorth’s memoirs An Exorcist Tells His Story and An Exorcist: More Stories.

In The Pope’s Exorcist, Amorth is played by Academy Award®-winner Russell Crowe. “Gabriele Amorth had a purity of faith that gave him a level of courage and bravery to do the job,” says Crowe. “It’s a very dark pursuit – you’re dealing a lot with people who are suffering deeply.”

To make the film frightening beyond the jump scares, screenwriter Michael Petroni created a narrative that seeks to delve deep into the motivations of the devil. “This required our character of Father Amorth to do some serious investigating and uncovering of a secret history, to find connections where the demon might have appeared before,” says producer Kaczmarek.

In the film, Father Amorth and his partner, Father Esquibel, played by Daniel Zovatto, investigate a possession at St. Sebastian Abbey in Castile, Spain, where a young family is making a fresh start by renovating the old property. “In the movie, the abbey has a long history with the Catholic Church, and there are some things that happened there which get uncovered,” says Crowe. “These events took place during some of the darkest days of the Catholic Church, as punishment was meted out to people who didn’t measure up to the depth of their belief. We all thought that that was an excellent way to dig deeper into the history of Spain.”

Lending greater authenticity to the film is executive producer Edward Siebert, S.J., a Jesuit priest and founder of Loyola Productions.

“Stories of good and evil are as old as time but the story of Father Amorth and his unique role in fighting evil is an important story to tell,” says Siebert. “The Pope’s Exorcist reflects on some of the most challenging aspects of faith. When we shed light on sin and evil, it reflects back the pain of our past and present. While the demons in the film may seem extreme and exaggerated, the movements of disturbance and evil inside of us have the power to overtake us. I have always believed that the power of prayer, the naming of demons, the forgiveness of sins, and the conquering of evil are central to faith. Any story that ends with the enemy’s defeat is ultimately a story of hope.”

In cinemas starting April 19, The Pope's Exorcist is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

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Finally! Alanis Morissette 1-Night Concert in Manila this August 2023

This is it, Philippines!

Alanis Morissette, Canadian-American singer-songwriter, will finally perform her special one-night concert at the Mall of Asia Arena on August 1, 2023, to celebrate the 28th anniversary of her most recognized and iconic album, Jagged Little Pill.

Her upcoming show in Manila is part of her tour celebrating the supposedly 25th anniversary of her album and was originally scheduled to take place at the MOA Arena on April 2020 but it was moved on December 2021, and November 2022, the shows have been postponed three times because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jagged Little Pill captured the zeitgeist of the mid-'90s by crossing the line between Gen-X cynicism and self-realization. It was pitched somewhere between glitzy mainstream pop and angst-ridden alternative rock. The album, which produced a string of Top 10 songs like "You Oughta Know," "Hand in My Pocket," and "Ironic,". It also won five Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year. Making the 21-year-old Morissette the youngest performer to ever win the prestigious honor, the album was ranked number 69 on Rolling Stone’s list of "the 500 best albums of all time."

Morissette won a total of seven Grammys and was nominated fourteen times. Included among her finest songs are You Learn, Head Over Feet, All I Really Want, Thank You, Mary Jane, Uninvited, Perfect, Forgiven, Right Through You, Wake Up, and many more.

And she has been one of the most influential singer-songwriter musicians in contemporary music since 1995. Her deeply expressive music and performances have received widespread praise from critics. Jagged Little Pill, Morissette's debut album from 1995, was followed by nine more eclectic and acclaimed albums. She has composed music for theatrical releases and appeared in films both big and small. Aside from entertainment, she is a strong advocate for female empowerment, as well as spiritual, psychological, and physical well-being. Alanis Morissette launched Conversation with Alanis Morissette in 2016, a monthly podcast featuring conversations with a variety of revered authors, doctors, educators, and therapists on a wide range of psychosocial topics ranging from spirituality to developmentalism to art.

On December 5, 2019, “JAGGED LITTLE PILL” the musical made its Broadway debut at the Broadhurst Theatre in New York City. The show was nominated for fifteen Tony Awards and won 2 Tony Awards at the 2021 ceremony. In July of 2020, Alanis released her ninth studio album, Such Pretty Forks In The Road, to rave reviews. In August of 2021, Alanis kicked off her sold out world tour celebrating 25 years of Jagged Little Pill. The tour became the #1 female-fronted tour from 2021 and one of the Top Worldwide Tours of 2021 selling over 500,000 tickets. Alanis also stars in Fox’s sitcom, “The Great North,” which has returned for season 3 in 2022.

Alanis Morissette's upcoming concert in Manila is presented by Ovation Productions with TAPGO.TV as media partner.

Tickets go on sale starting March 29, 2023, via www.smtickets.com and all SM Tickets outlets. Tickets to the previous dates will not be honored. Ovation Productions to give instructions regarding tickets refund and purchases. For updates and inquiries please visit Ovation Productions social media accounts https://ovationproductionsmanila.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/ovationproductions/ or call (02) 8470-2222.

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C-Lium Fibre Pushes for #HealthGoals Via Habit Formation in 2023 Campaign “Push Na `Yan With My Daily Fiber”

Three years into the pandemic but moving towards a sense of normalcy in our lives, C-Lium Fibre, the top-of-mind psyllium fiber brand¹ is inspiring Filipinos to realize their health goals through habit formation so they can continue to be more present for the people who matter in their lives. 

With its 2023 campaign “Push Na `Yan With My Daily Fiber” PascualLab’s fiber food supplement brand C-Lium Fibre hopes to create awareness of the importance of good lifestyle and nutrition habits and how these can prevent chronic diseases.  

Healthy Lifestyle 

Daily habits such as exercising for 30 minutes a day, getting around eight (8) hours of sleep, and managing your stress can do wonders for the health.    

Proper Diet and Nutrition 

Equally important to a healthy lifestyle is getting the right nutrients. With a focus on fiber, the campaign hopes to impart the benefits of fiber as part of our day-to-day nutrition and how daily supplementation can help deter chronic diseases. 

Fiber for Fitness 

According to research, getting enough fiber can help prevent heart disease, diabetes and regulate bowel movement.  

One rich source of fiber is psyllium fiber which pushes away toxins from the body. It has soluble and insoluble fiber which works in two ways:   

1. It binds excess bad cholesterol, excess fat, and sugar and  

2. Pushes them out of the body.  

According to DOST-FNRI, we need at least 20 to 25 grams of fiber daily.

I-Push Na `Yan With My Daily Fiber 

C-Lium Fibre has both 100% natural soluble and insoluble fiber in convenient formats: capsule and husk. A daily dose of a sachet of C-Lium Fibre alone can give you 5 grams of fiber which is equivalent to 5 cups of Romaine lettuce, 8 cups of cooked white rice, or 3 medium-sized tomatoes.7   

C-Lium Fibre’s husk format comes in regular and flavored variants. 

C-Lium Fiber in Four Easy Steps: 

1. Pour a sachet of C-Lium Fibre husk into half an 8. oz glass of water.

2. Stir for 10 seconds.

3. Drink immediately and completely.

4. Follow with another glass of water or juice.  

For capsule, take 5 capsules before breakfast and 5 capsules before dinner to get the equivalent of 5 grams fiber.   

C-Lium Fiber is available in all leading drugstores and supermarkets nationwide, and at PascualLab’s official Lazada and Shopee stores. 

Lazada: https://www.lazada.com.ph/shop/pascuallab/ ​

Shopee: https://shopee.ph/pascuallabstore ​ 

For more information, follow our social media pages: C-Lium Fibre @FB and @IG 

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Look: "Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One" Poster Features Tom Cruise' Epic Stunt

Paramount Pictures has just debuted the official poster for Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One starring Tom Cruise.

Check out the one-sheet art below and watch Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One in Philippine theaters this July.

Watch the Teaser Trailer at: https://youtu.be/KoGS_3MbNCQ

Watch the Stunt Featurette at: https://youtu.be/YGrrrdwF9yk

About Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One

Paramount Pictures and Skydance present a Tom Cruise Production a film by Christopher McQuarrie, Tom Cruise in Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One.

Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, based on the television series created by Bruce Geller. Produced by Tom Cruise, Christopher McQuarrie. Executive produced by David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, Don Granger, Tommy Gormley.

Starrring Tom Cruise, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Rebecca Ferguson, Vanessa Kirby, Hayley Atwell, Shea Whigham, Pom Klementieff, Esai Morales, Henry Czerny, Rob Delaney, Cary Elwes, Indira Varma, Mark Gatiss, Charles Parnell, Greg Tarzan Davis, Frederick Schmidt.

Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning - Part One is distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures.

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