Robinson's Galleria Fire

Nasunog ang ika-apat na palapag ng Robinson's Mall Galleria sa Ortigas.

Eastwood Fire Station chief Froilan De Guzman, naganap ang sunog sa isang pet shop, katabi ng Victory Church sa fourth floor ng mall.

Agad pinalikas ng mga guwardya ng mall ang mga tao kasunod ng usok na nagmumula sa ika-apat na palapag ng mall.

Nabatid na sa iniwang nakasaksak na rice cooker ang dahilan ng sunog.

Hindi naman na kumalat ang apoy sa kalapit establisyemento at agad na naapula ng mga bumbero.

Batay sa pahayag ng ilang lumikas, sinabihan sila ng mga guwardya na nagsasagawa lang ng fire drill upang maiwasan ang pagpa-panic.

Ayon naman sa Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) umabot pa sa mahigit 30 minuto bago pinayagang makapasok ng security ng naturang mall ang mga rumesponde nilang tauhan.

Dagdag pa ni BFP- National Capital Region (NCR) Director Chief Supt. Santiago Laguna, posibleng managot ang mga humarang sa mga tauhan ng BFP dahil una nang iginiit ng mga mall security na isang fire drill lamang ang nangyari at hindi sila agad pinayagan makapasok sa loob ng mall.

Idineklara nang fireout ang sunog at hindi na ito kumalat pa. Wala ring naitalang nasaktan sa nasabing insidente.

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Charice, Wonder Girls, Agnes Monica, Yuna Nominated in Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards 2012

Charice, Wonder Girls, Agnes Monica, Yuna Nominated in Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards 2012

Pinay International singing sensation Charice, Korean group Wonder Girls and singers Agnes Monica of Indonesia and Yuna of Malaysia bagged nominations in the Favorite Asian Act category of Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2012.

Here’s the complete list of nominees for the 25th Annual Kids’ Choice Awards:

Favourite TV Show

“Good Luck Charlie”

“iCarly”

”Victorious”

“Wizards of Waverly Place”

Favourite Reality Show

”American Idol”

”America’s Funniest Home Videos”

”America’s Got Talent”

”Wipeout”

Favourite TV Actor

Tim Allen

Ty Burrell

Alex Heartman

Jake Short

Favourite TV Actress

Miranda Cosgrove

Selena Gomez

Victoria Justice

Bridget Mendler

Favourite TV Sidekick

Nathan Kress

Jennette McCurdy

Jennifer Stone

Jerry Trainor

Favourite Cartoon

“Kung Fu Panda”

“Phineas & Ferb”

“Scooby Doo! Mystery Incorporated”

“SpongeBob SquarePants”

Favourite Male Athlete

Dale Earnhardt, Jr

Derek Jeter

Michael Phelps

Tim Tebow

Favourite Female Athlete

Kelly Clark

Danica Patrick

Serena Williams

Venus Williams

Favourite Book

“Diary of a Wimpy Kid” series

“Harry Potter” series

“Hunger Games” series

“Twilight” series

Favourite Video Game

Just Dance 3

Lego Star Wars: The Complete Saga

Mario Kart 7

Super Mario Galaxy

Favourite Movie

“Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked”

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2”

“The Muppets”

“The Smurfs”

Favourite Movie Actor

Jim Carrey (“Mr. Popper’s Penguins”)

Johnny Depp (“Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides”)

Daniel Radcliffe (“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2”)

Adam Sandler (“Jack & Jill”)

Favourite Movie Actress

Amy Adams (“The Muppets”)

Kristen Stewart (“The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, Part 1”)

Sofia Vergara (“The Smurfs”)

Emma Watson (“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2”)

Favourite Animated Movie

“Cars 2”

“Kung Fu Panda 2”

“Puss in Boots”

“Rio”

Favourite Voice From An Animated Movie

Antonio Banderas (“Puss in Boots”)

Jack Black (“Kung Fu Panda 2”)

Johnny Depp (“Rango”)

Katy Perry (“The Smurfs”)

Favourite Buttkicker

Jessica Alba

Tom Cruise

Kelly Kelly

Taylor Lautner

Favourite Music Group

Big Time Rush

Black Eyed Peas

Lady Antebellum

LMFAO

Favourite Male Singer

Justin Bieber

Toby Keith

Bruno Mars

Usher

Favourite Female Singer

Lady Gaga

Selena Gomez

Katy Perry

Taylor Swift

Favourite Song

“Born this Way” (Lady Gaga)

“Firework” (Katy Perry)

“Party Rock Anthem” (LMFAO)

“Sparks Fly” (Taylor Swift)

Photo: Manila Bulletin

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Cesar Montano Shares Success Story with Boy Abunda in ‘Inside Cinema’

Cesar Montano Shares Success Story with Boy Abunda in ‘Inside Cinema’

Acclaimed actor and director Cesar Montano, popularly known as Buboy, will once again be in a hot seat with the King of Talk Boy Abunda.

This time, Cesar won’t answer the issues being thrown on him, but will share his exemplary contributions in the movie industry. Among the things he will reveal is how he got in the Hollywood film “The Great Raid” and beat international actors in the auditions. He’ll also share the reasons behind the success of his movie gems.

Catch “Inside the Cinema” on March 13 (Tuesday), 7:30p.m., with replays on March 17 (Saturday), 12:30p.m. and March 18 (Sunday), 10:30p.m. on Cinema One (SkyCable Channel 56). For more information logon to http://www.facebook.com/Cinema1channel.

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Sarah Geronimo Bonds with Jake Cuenca this Sunday in ‘Sarah G. Live!’

Sarah Geronimo Bonds with Jake Cuenca this Sunday in ‘Sarah G. Live!’

Popstar Princess Sarah Geronimo is all set to give another world-class concert performance this Sunday (March 11) in her consistent top-rating solo musical variety show “Sarah G. Live!”

After bonding with Derek Ramsay and Xian Lim in the past episodes, Sarah will once again team up with another Kapamilya hunk as Jake Cuenca joins the fun as this week’s guest co-host.

Also watch out for the grand surprises from the pop royalty including her breathtaking ‘Sarah G.’ ballroom extravaganza; smash up showdown with resident dance royalty Gab Valenciano; and a fun-filled tribute for the country’s ultimate female icons with some of the most requested comedians of the country Jon Santos, John Lapuz, and Ate Gay.

Meanwhile, also watch out as Sarah opens her heart and renders another touching song for her weekly must-see ‘statement song.’

Together with Sarah in the upcoming episode are her musical director Louie Ocampo, choreographer Georcelle Dapat-Sy, G-Force, director Erick Salud, and her regular co-host Luis Manzano.

Don’t miss the trending and top weekend primetime show of ABS-CBN, “Sarah G. Live,” Sunday night, after “Rated K.” For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @SGLiveOFFICIAL on Twitter and like SarahGLiveOFFICIAL on Facebook.

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Julie Anne San Jose and Derrick Monasterio Perform ‘Ang Aking Puso’ (My Kontrabida Girl Theme Song)

Julie Anne San Jose and Derrick Monasterio Perform ‘Ang Aking Puso’ (My Kontrabida Girl Theme Song)

Kapuso tween stars Julie Anne San Jose and Derrick Monasterio performed "Ang Aking Puso" - the official theme song of GMA Films' upcoming romantic comedy movie “My Kontrabida Girl.”

"My Kontrabida Gilr" stars Rhian Ramos and Aljur Abrenica and is showing nationwide on March 14, 2012.

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All Set for the Glamorous 70′s-Themed MYX Music Awards 2012

All Set for the Glamorous 70′s-Themed MYX Music Awards 2012

There’s just a few days left before the much-awaited 2012 MYX Music Awards (MMA) night. That’s why OPM artists, especially the nominees, are now busy preparing for this year’s 70’s-themed evening.

To whom shall this year’s MYX Magna award be bestowed upon? The MYX Magna Award is given annually to honor a music icon’s exemplary contribution to the industry. Who will he or she or they be?

Also gearing up for this historic event are the best-of-the-best musicians across all genres will also perform that night.

What makes this year’s awards night on March 13 (Tuesday) extra special is its first ever live streaming on myxph.com.

The 70s inspiration of the award-giving body this year reflects last year’s emergence of fresh OPM acts and the return to original compositions. That’s why MYX Channel Head Andre Allan Alvarez wants to continue the channel’s legacy, as he aims to jumpstart and support Original Pilipino Music’s new Golden Age.

It can be recalled that the 70’s was the Golden Age of OPM. Now, the MYX Music Awards proudly brings back this colorful era with a series of offerings that every music lover will surely love.

He added that every music and artist - be it rock, pop, R&B, etc. - has its own potential of getting known worldwide.

“As a music channel, MYX takes pride in letting artists perform no matter which network or station they belong to. So long as you’re a performer or a musician, MYX welcomes you, regardless of network affiliation,” Alvarez said.

Meanwhile, voting in the MYX Music Awards 2012 ended last until March 9. Votes from viewers comprise 60% of the score, while the remaining 40 percent, will come from the artists’ votes.

For more information, everyone is encouraged to log-on to www.myxph.com and www.facebook.com/MYX.Philippines and follow @myxphilippines on Twitter.

MYX (SkyCable Channel 23) is available on SkyCable Platinum, SkyCable Gold, SkyCable Silver and over 200 quality cable operators nationwide. For regular updates on the hottest music videos in the country, download the MYX Charts app from the Android Market and install free of charge.

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Miles Ocampo Regrets Playing Hard to Get with Marco Gumabao in “Luv U”

Miles Ocampo Regrets Playing Hard to Get with Marco Gumabao in “Luv U”

Puppy love is normal among teens. But to enter in a relationship at a young age is something that is not easy. This is why Miles Ocampo doesn’t want to rush having a boyfriend.

“There’s a right time for everything. I have to be careful in my every action and decision,” Miles said.

Miles’ love team mate Marco Gumabao, on the other hand, is flattered to hear that a lot of girls have a crush on him, especially those who are now hooked on “Luv U.” He, however, clarified that Miles is his only sweetheart on camera as they created a wonderful rapport already.

If other cast members of the “Luv U” have an “it’s complicated” status, it’s certain that the program remains as the no. 1 teen-oriented comedy show in the country.

Data from Kantar Media shows that “Luv U” got 9.7 percent TV rating nationwide last Sunday (March 4), which is higher than its rival show’s 8.1 percent.

“Kilig” moments in “Luv U” continue this Sunday. Camille’s (Miles) will decide to play hard to get from his suitor JB (Marco Gumabao). What if another girl - a sexy cheerleader - gets in the scene and befriends Marco. Will Marco and Camille’s teen romance push through?

Find out in “Luv U” this Sunday after “ASAP 2012” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, follow @LUVUBarkada on Twitter, or like the show’s official Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/LUVUBarkada.

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Charice New Hair and Tattoo - a Major Fail?

Charice New Hair and Tattoo - a Major Fail?

Charice came back in Manila with a shocking new short blonde hair and a tattoo that says "Love Eternally" with an infinity sign that she recently got during her concert in Singapore.

When asked for reasons behind her decision to cut-short her hair, Charice said: "I think everybody‘s shocked. This is such a big step for me and I love it. This is me. This is who I am. I just don‘t want to stay a person that I don‘t like...I‘ve been thinking about it for years and years. This is a dream come true for me."

But how about her tattoo? "It‘s not just a tattoo. It has a meaning for me. This is for my love for the people, love for my dad, love for my family." Charice explained.

What do you think of Charice' hair? Hit or Miss?

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Binibining Pilipinas 2012: This Year's Most Beautiful Filipinas Bared

Binibining Pilipinas 2012: This Year's Most Beautiful Filipinas Bared

The Binibining Pilipinas Charities, Inc. (BPCI) has announced the 30 official Candidates for this year’s Bb. Pilipinas pageant. They are (in order of announcement):

Marie Virgenia Peter

Fer Mary Baliquig

Roxanne Tadique

Janine Tugonon

Rose Ann Aguilar

Sherlyn Gonzales

Maxine Medina

Jaine Hidalgo

Marie Irisha Arcenas

Katrina Jayne Dimaranan

Goldy Baroa

Giselle Angelica Munoz

Angelee delos Reyes

Jillean Camille Orbina

Liezl Alcantara

Nicole Marable

Annalie Forbes

Gina Joy Howell

Mary Jean ‘MJ’ Lastimosa

Patricia Lae Ejercitado

Anna Czarina Buenviaje

Roxane Joy Jesalva

Elaine Kay Moll

Nicole Schmitz

Meiji Cruz

Golda Soller

Romelin Roxanne de Castro

Chloe Zanardi

Karen Gallman

Maria Alicia Elena Ariosa

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‘Dahil sa Pag-ibig’ Premiers on Monday, March 12

‘Dahil sa Pag-ibig’ Premiers on Monday, March 12

ABS-CBN’s newest ang most-awaited Primetime Bida teleserye will finally premiere this Monday (March 12).

Topbilled by Piolo Pascual, Jericho Rosales, Christopher de Leon, Cristine Reyes, and Maricar Reyes; “Dahil sa Pag-ibig” features the story of how the battling beliefs of Alfred (Pascual) and Oliver (Rosales) began from the greediness of Leo Valderama (de Leon).

Completing the ‘powerhouse’ cast are some of the respected names in the industry such as Ronaldo Valdez, Sandy Andolong, Tetchie Agbayani, Rafael Rosell, Denise Laurel, Freddie Webb, Rey PJ Abellana, Carla Martinez, Joonee Gamboa, Bing Davao, Melissa Mendez, Malou Crisologo, Cheska Iñigo, Jeffrey Santos and Edward Mendez; with the special participation of Joel Torre; and introducing young teen stars Ella Cruz and Francis Magundayao. The newest series is under the direction of Darnel Villaflor and Avel Sunpongco.

Don’t miss the beginning of the most-awaited teleserye “Dahil sa Pag-ibig” this Monday (March 12) on Primetime Bida of ABS-CBN. For more updates log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

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GMA-7′s ‘Legacy’ Named Best Soap Opera in Mindanao

GMA-7′s ‘Legacy’ Named Best Soap Opera in Mindanao

Broadcast giant, GMA Network, continues to provide unparalleled and unmatched television programs for its viewers.

GMA 7’s glossy drama masterpiece, “Legacy,” was hailed as the Best Soap Opera at the recently concluded Parangal ng Media 2012 held at the University of Mindanao.

 

 

Millions of viewers are continuously watching the unpredictable and intense episode of “Legacy.” As the rivalry between Diana (Heart Evangelista), Natasha (Lovi Poe) and Bernadette (Alessandra de Rossi) continues, who will remain on top?

Don’t miss the undisputed top-rating series “Legacy” from Monday-Friday after My Beloved on GMA.

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Gabby Lopez: ABS-CBN Finds Fulfillment in Inspiring Pinoys

Gabby Lopez: ABS-CBN Finds Fulfillment in Inspiring Pinoys

As the country’s largest multimedia conglomerate, ABS-CBN finds meaning in making shows that inspire the Filipino through shows that reflect their values that affirm their self-worth and recognize their strengths.

This was the key message that ABS-CBN chairman and CEO Eugenio “Gabby” Lopez III imparted in this year’s Pinoy Media Congress (PMC) held recently at Colegio De San Juan De Letran, Manila that the Kapamilya Network hosted for about 1,000 mass communications and journalism students from all over the country.

“The fulfillment that you experience by doing something that has a positive impact on the lives of people is a more lasting reward than the glamour and the pay,” Lopez said.

Lopez told the future media practitioners that the media can bring about change by communicating the right values, advocacies, and fair and honest information. He said there is still a lot of work to be done to make the Philippines a better place and that work is what awaits young people who will be joining the media industry soon.

“To millions of Filipinos out there, the media are their source of inspiration and empowerment. We live in a country that has been waiting for so long for prosperity, peace and pride. All these cannot be achieved by the president doing them alone and all elected officials. True and lasting change, as Mahatma Gandhi said, can only happen if we - all citizens of this country - can become the change that we want to see,” Lopez said.

Other ABS-CBN leaders who shared their media expertise in the 7th PMC were digital terrestrial TV marketing head Miguel Mercado who turned everyone excited about the ‘future’ of television or the benefits that digital TV will bring to the Filipino viewing public; news and current affairs head Ging Reyes who stressed that the tenets of journalism remains amid the emerging multi-platform technologies in media; Star Cinema concept development group head Enrico Santos tackled how Philippine cinema can be socially responsible; and creative communications head Robert Labayen imparted creative ways to connect with Filipino viewers via advocacy plugs.

ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. managing director Gina Lopez was a big hit among the young crowd who cheered for her cause by shouting “Yes to Life! No to Mining in Palawan!” while regional network group head Jerry Bennett and RNG news and online business head Charie Villa turned their closing into an on-the-spot contest about their ‘Choose Philippines’ campaign where they gave away t-shirts to lucky delegates who quickly answered their trivia questions correctly.

Studio 23 and Cable Channel and Print Media Group (CCPMG) head March Ventosa tackled the emerging market trends; ABS-CBN Manila radio division head Peter Musngi shared how radio responded to the changes in media technology; customer business development head Vivian Tin enlightened the participants about the Filipino audiences and how ABS-CBN fulfills their needs and wants through its programming and other products; and TV entertainment production head Linggit Tan, joined by PBB production manager Mercee Gonzales, talk unit head Lui Andrada, and business unit head Deo Endrinal shared the kinds of TV entertainment that Filipinos want.

Other industry officials and experts who spoke at the event include Kantar Media general manager Gabriel Buluran who presented the current Philippine media landscape and how Filipinos consume media; Campaigns chair Yoly Ong who discussed emerging market trends; and MTRCB board member Atty. Eugenio Villareal and KBP president Ruperto Nicdao who both tackled how their groups are protecting the audience through media monitoring.

The PMC delegates were given surprise treats as Kapamilya stars ASAP Pinoy Champ Angeline Quinto, Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) ex-housemates, and “Dahil sa Pag-ibig” star Jericho Rosales graced the closing rites of the event.

Mounted by ABS-CBN, in partnership with the Philippine Association of Communication Educators (PACE) for the past seven years, the Pinoy Media Congress had won Awards of Excellence from the Philippine Quill Awards given by the International Association of Business Communicators Philippines in 2007 and the Anvil Awards given by the Public Relations Society of the Philippines in 2008.

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Pokwang and Randy Santiago Reunites in ‘Toda Max’

Pokwang and Randy Santiago Reunites in ‘Toda Max’

Pokwang reunites with her former noontime show co-host Randy Santiago this Saturday on “TODA Max.”

The successful comedienne said that their former show may be gone, but the friendship among its hosts will remain the same. She added that she hopes to see more of her ex-colleagues to guest in her sitcom.

Pokwang is currently busy with the country’s no. 1 sitcom “TODA Max.” She disclosed that she’ll be starring in a teleserye soon.

Pokwang is grateful not only for her personal success, but also for the high TV ratings that the sitcom always gets.

This Saturday on “TODA Max,” Lady G (Pokwang) and Justin’s (Vhong Navarro) quarrel goes to the barangay court. But they will be surprised with the comeback of corrupt chairman Baby Manoling (Randy Santiago).

The captain, who was suspended for a while, will try to regain his constituents’ trust. Baby Manoling will also avenge Justin (Vhong Navarro), boyfriend of his beloved Isabel and Justin (Robin Padilla), whom he finds a threat.

Meanwhile, Isabel went to Nepal to support the football player she’s taking care of.

Catch “TODA Max,” after “Maalaala Mo Kaya” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, logon to http://twitter.com/abscbndotcom.

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Aga Muhlach Embarks on a Great Bicol Adventure in ‘Pinoy Explorer’

Aga Muhlach Embarks on a Great Bicol Adventure in ‘Pinoy Explorer’

Aga Muhlach discovers the great adventures in Bicol in the upcoming episodes of Pinoy Explorer on TV5.

In the first part of the two-part special, entitled ‘Isla-Amazing’, Aga goes to Camarines Sur and visits the beautiful Caramoan Islands to experience wake-boarding and mountain off-road driving.

Bicolano cuisine is a popular fare in the country and Aga gets a taste of the one-of-a kind Bicolano pizza. He also looks for the region’s talented animators and visits a group of prisoners skilled in making toy boats.

For the second part, airing on March 18, Aga visits Albay and Sorsogon in search for the biggest fish in the sea, the gentle giants called Butanding. From these friendly whalesharks, Aga tries to find the Sinarapan, the smallest edible fish. He then takes the adrenaline up a notch by riding an All-Terrain-Vehicle going to the majestic Mayon Volcano. But Aga’s biggest challenge yet is the infamous Bicol Express. Can he stand the intense spice of this delectable Bicol specialty?




Find out all this and more in the upcoming episodes of Pinoy Explorer. Part one airs this Sunday, March 11, and part two on March 18, 6:30 p.m. on TV5.

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Christian Bautista & Angeline Quinto "In Love With You" Music Video

Christian Bautista & Angeline Quinto "In Love With You" Music Video

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TV5 Achieves International Goal for David Archuleta's ‘Nandito Ako’

TV5 Achieves International Goal for David Archuleta's ‘Nandito Ako’

What seems to be a simple move for TV5 to boost its popularity in the Philippines turns out to have a bigger objective.

By bringing over American Idol sensation David Archuleta to star in its primetime series Nandito Ako, TV5 has been successful in its aim to tap a global market as proven by the tremendous popularity the show has gained in different countries since it premiered last February 20.

Nandito Ako and other Nandito Ako-related phrases and hashtags (i.e., “Oh My Josh Bradley,” “Watch Nandito Ako Marathon,” “David Archuleta in Bunny Suit,” “Run Josh Bradley Run,” “Nandito Ako Week 2,” “David Archuleta is Josh Bradley,” among others) have been consistently figuring every night in Twitter trending topics not only in the Philippines but also worldwide. The show has also ranked high in Twitter trending topics in different countries such as Malaysia, Vietnam as well as in various states in the US. Further, David Archuleta’s first drama venture via Nandito Ako landed on the pages of international newspapers, magazines and online sites.

With TV5’s international expansion through Pilipinas Global Network (PGN), Nandito Ako has proven to be an effective vehicle in attracting potential viewers and supporters worldwide. Due to Nandito Ako’s international popularity, TV5 now has a following of Filipinos overseas as well as non-Filipinos who were initially David Archuleta fans but have learned to love the show and its cast.

The move also paved the way for Filipino artists, particularly home-grown TV5 talents Jasmine Curtis-Smith and Eula Caballero, to be recognized in the international scene.

Now on its third week, Nandito Ako keeps viewers hooked with its relatable and compelling story. In his attempt to find his long lost mother, Josh Bradley (David Archuleta) and Anya (Jasmine Curtis-Smith) end up in a coastal province far from Manila. Here, they are forced to be together all the time despite their mutual dislike. For Josh, it’s the only way for him to find his mother; and for Anya, a fulfilment of the promise she made to her best friend Holly (Eula Caballero). Will the two stand each other’s presence? Or will their mutual dislike brew something sweeter?

Nandito Ako airs weeknights at 9pm after Wil Time Bigtime on TV5.

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AiAi delas Alas and Pokwang to Unleash Their Other Sides on 'SIR'

AiAi delas Alas and Pokwang to Unleash Their Other Sides on 'SIR'

ABS-CBN’s top-rating Saturday entertainment talkshow, “Showbiz Inside Report” presents an in-depth report on the life stories of two of the country’s ace comediennes today, AiAi delas Alas and Pokwang.

In the episode titled “I live! I love! I laugh!” get to know their simple lives before claiming the comedy royalty in showbiz through the exclusive never-before-heard inside stories from their family and loved ones.

Did they both dream of being in front of the camera?

What were their driving forces to pursue showbiz despite the ‘beauty stereotypes’ in the industry?

How did motherhood change them as a woman and an actress?

How far are they willing to sacrifice for their children?

Join Carmina Villaroel, Janice de Belen, Joey Marquez, and Ogie Diaz this Saturday (March 10) and unravel the true personas behind the issues in another compelling episode of “Showbiz Inside Report” every Saturday at 2:30pm, after “It’s Showtime.” For more updates, log-on at http://www.abs-cbn.com/, follow @SIRTVOfficial on Twitter and ‘like’ their Facebook fanpage http://www.facebook.com/ShowbizInsideReport.AbsCbn.

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Can Shamcey Supsup Tsunami Walk to P2 Million in ‘Kapamilya Deal or No Deal’?

Can Shamcey Supsup Tsunami Walk to P2 Million in ‘Kapamilya Deal or No Deal’?

Shamcey Supsup impressed the international judges of the Miss Universe pageant last year but will her beauty, charm, grace, and famous ‘tsunami walk’ win over the Banker?

Find out this Saturday (March 10) in “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal.” Shamcey tries her luck to pick the right briefcase and attempts to take home the P2 million jackpot. She may have fared well during the Miss Universe question and answer portion, but what will she answer when host Luis Manzano asks her the question - deal or no deal?

Don’t miss “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal” this Saturday (March 10), after “TV Patrol Weekend” on ABS-CBN.

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Xian Lim and Kim Chiu to Do a Movie Together

Xian Lim and Kim Chiu to Do a Movie Together

After their successful team-up in “My Binondo Girl”, Xian Lim revealed he is set to do a movie project with love interest Kim Chiu.

Xian admitted that he has been waiting for this big break ever since though he also revealed that it is still not sure if the movie will happen this year.

“I’m really excited because I’ve been waiting for so long para dito and finally it’s here. It feels good. Nakaka-happy, sobra ang feeling na ganon. All the hard work is paying off from all the shows na ibinigay, nagbubunga, so grabe. It’s an exciting feeling. I’ve always wanted it. So ‘yung feeling na parang you’ve finally achieved what you’ve wanted,” he said.

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Edward Mendez Speaks: "I'm not the other guy in Vicki Belo - Hayden Kho Separation!"

Edward Mendez Speaks: "I'm not the other guy in Vicki Belo - Hayden Kho Separation!"

Model-turned-fitness and wellness consultant Edward Mendez - the second guy (yoga instructor Al Galang being the first) romantically linked to Dra. Vicki Belo - claimed that he’s only a good friend of Belo and her family and has nothing to do with the breakup of longtime couple, Vicki and Hayden Kho.

"Well, I'm surprised! I'm very surprised na ako ‘yung na-link pero, you know, hindi ko kasi siya in-expect, eh,” said the 27-year-old hunk in a taped interview aired on “Startalk TX”.

Mendez explains that he’s been close to Belo's family for almost ten years now, a relationship that started as a client-doctor relationship that paved the way for their friendship to bloom. 

"So ‘yung friendship just developed, so I got to know ‘yung kids niya, I got very close to them also, I got to know her ex-husband, si Atom.

"So, you know, Vicki and the kids are like family to me. I just felt glad being part of the family" he insinuated.

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Jessica Sanchez Survives American Idol Top 13 Elimination

Jessica Sanchez Survives American Idol Top 13 Elimination

Who do you think goes home tonight?

The lowest gathered votes from the girls and the boys will be the Bottom 2. But for elimination round (just for this elimination round) the judges will save one of them from elimination.

SAFE:

Jessica Sanchez
Hollie Cavanagh
Skyler Laine
Colton Dixon
Heejun Han
Phillip Phillips
DeAndre Brackensick

BOTTOM 6:

Elise Testone
Erika Van Pelt
Shannon Magrane
Jermaine Jones
Joshua Ledet
Jeremy Rosado

BOTTOM 2:

Elise Testone
Jeremy Rosado

ELIMINATED:


Jeremy Rosado

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Apple iPad 3 (iPad 2012) Features Released

Apple iPad 3 (iPad 2012) Features Released

The Apple iPad is one of the best-selling tablets in the world, and the iPad 3 (or iPad 2012 as what it is called according to Apple) is one of the most anticipated devices from Apple this year.

The Apple iPad 2012 will feature a new, thinner and sleeker design, down nearly 20 percent in size compared to the iPad 2. It will also support full touchscreen HD display with a screen resolution of 2048 x 1536.

iPad 2012 will also have a lighter battery reducing the weight of the tablet, longer battery life, and a wireless charging technology, which will be able to charge the battery and transfer data wirelessly.

iPad 2012 FEATURES:

A6 ProcessoriPad 3

The current Apple iPad 2 has a 900MHz dual-core ARM Cortext-A9 processor, Apple A5 chipset and PowerVr SGX543MP2 GPU. This certainly made the Apple iPad 2 a powerful tablet and a main competitor in the world of tablets. Now Apple is aiming to make the competition tougher by sporting an A6 Quad-core Processor in the iPad 3. This would make the iPad 3 as powerful as any high-end desktop.

According to Linley Group senior analyst Kevin Krewell, “We expect the A6 will be a quad-core ARM Cortex-A9 design, which would be competitive with next year’s best mobile processors. In 2012, Nvidia will offer a quad-core Cortex-A9 processor, and Qualcomm will have the aforementioned MSM8960, a dual-core A15-class processor operating at 1.7GHz. Fabricating Apple’s A6 in 28nm (instead of the 40nm process Nvidia is using for its quad-core part) will reduce both die cost and power, yielding a much better product.”

iOS 5

The iPad 3 will come with the latest iOS 5, which will host the multi-touch gesture technology. However, analyst and tech enthusiasts predict that Apple would introduce OS X Lion for the tablet, since it will be powered by a quad-core processor.

This will also include multitasking features, such as notifications, task-finishing, app-switching, location and background sound.

3D Feature and New Retina DisplayiPad3

Apple enthusiast expected the Retina Display feature on Apple iPad 2; however, Apple has been working majorly for an improved version of it to include it in the iPad 3. The iPhone 4 currently supports the Retina Display with a screen resolution of 960 x 640. Apple explains Retina Display as: “Developing pixels a mere 78 micrometers wide, Apple engineers were able to pack four times the number of pixels into the same 3.5-inch (diagonal) screen found on earlier iPhone models. The resulting pixel density of iPhone 4 – 326 pixels per inch – makes text and graphics look smooth and continuous at any size.”

With the Retina Display feature, the screen resolution of the iPad3 will be 2048 x 1536 pixels. However, it is said that the third version of the tablet is delayed due to Retina Display issues, and Apple is expected to ship the tablet in early 2012.

There are speculations that the tablet will display the 3D view. Although it’s too early to expect features like 3D display, devices like the LG Optimus can record videos in 3D, and output the same through HDMI.

Cloud Computing

Apple announced its Cloud services during the WWDC 2011, and will definitely include the iCloud technology both in the iPhone 5 and iPad 3. With iCloud users can store photos, apps, calendars and access songs on iTunes without having them to store in the phone’s memory.

Camera

The iPad 3 will come with an improved camera, since the previous version of the table didn’t seem impressive enough. Unlike the iPad 2, the new tablet will come with LED flash to support the camera. It is expected to have a 5MP camera with 1080p or 720p video recording quality of 60 frames per second. The technology made by OmniVision will help reduce the size of the table by 20 percent.

Fingerprint Proof

Apple has already been granted patents on this technology, and is working real hard to make the iPad3 fingerprint proof. The touch screen will be coated with oleophobic materials, which will reduce the oil and fingerprints on the screen.

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Kapuso Star Gwen Zamora Topbills International Film “The Witness”

Kapuso Star Gwen Zamora Topbills International Film “The Witness”

GMA 7 artist Gwen Zamora was chosen to be the lead actress of an international film “The Witness” which will also be shown in the Philippines this March.

After appearing in several television shows and local movies, Gwen embarks to a thrilling challenge in her career as an artist - showing the international audiences her acting prowess through The Witness.

Among the cast of the said film, Gwen Zamora is the only Filipina yet she assures the moviegoers that she did her best to be at par with her co-actors.

Gwen portrays the role of Angel Fordeliza Isagani, a General Manager of a hotel, who was transferred from Manila to the Jakarta hotel. She is haunted by strange dreams about a young man, named Aris, who attempted suicide by firing his own gun into his mouth.

Who is Aris in Angel’s life? What does the bizarre dreams wanted to convey?

As Angel finds answers to the dreams that keep on haunting her, don’t miss “The Witness” on March 21, 2012 on theaters nationwide.

For more updates, visit www.facebook.com/filmTHEWITNESS and follow us on twitter @witnessthemovie.

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Metro Manila and Mindoro Hit by 5.1 Magnitude Earthquake

Metro Manila and Mindoro Hit by 5.1 Magnitude Earthquake

A magnitude 5.1 earthquake hit Occidental Mindoro and several parts of Metro Manila around 11:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 8.

According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs), the earthquake's epicenter was recorded at East of Looc town in Occidental Mindoro.

Residents in Looc experienced Intensity IV tremors, while those in Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro as well as Manila, Muntinlupa and Quezon City felt Intensity III of the quake. Intensity I was felt as far out as Lucban in Quezon.

There are no expected damages to property but aftershocks are imminent according to the Phivolcs.

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ABS-CBN's Studio 23 and Balls to Exclusively Broadcast UEFA Tourneys

ABS-CBN's Studio 23 and Balls to Exclusively Broadcast UEFA Tourneys

ABS-CBN, the country's largest multimedia conglomerate, has been granted all the media rights for the live broadcast of the UEFA Champions League and the UEFA Europa League.

The network's sister channels Balls (SkyCable Channel 34), the home of the world's biggest sporting events, and Studio 23 will both broadcast the matches live during the course of Champions League and Europa tournaments starting from the 2012 to 2013 season, which begins in September.

Balls' Channel's well-visited online platform www.ballschannel.tv and other mobile services of ABS-CBN have also been awarded the media content of the prestigious games, which feature Europe's most coveted football clubs.

ABS-CBN recently inked an agreement with UEFA giving the media giant all the exclusive media rights for a comprehensive coverage of the 2012 to 2015 UEFA Champions League and the UEFA Europa League seasons.

Always tune in to Balls and be updated with the biggest happenings in the world of sports. Balls channel is available on SkyCable Platinum, SkyCable Gold, SkyCable Silver and over 200 quality cable operators nationwide. For more updates, visit www.ballschannel.tv and follow us on facebook.com/BallsChannel and @ballschannel on Twitter.

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International Women's Day Celebrated Worldwide Today

International Women's Day Celebrated Worldwide Today

The Philippines today joins the world in the observance of International Women's Day, an annual global event marked with thousands of activities to celebrate women's achievements and tackle issues affecting women.

According to the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), this year's national theme, “Women Weathering Climate Change: Governance and Accountability, Everyone’s Responsibility,” underscores the role of women as agents of change in disaster risk reduction.

“It is high time that we accentuate women’s involvement in disaster preparedness, risk reduction, recovery and rehabilitation,” DILG Secretary Jessie Robredo said in a press release.

Robredo asked local government units (LGUs) to organize events that will contribute to building gender-responsive and disaster-prepared communities. He also encouraged them to focus their activities on the implementation of the Magna Carta of Women, and the Millennium Development Goal number 7, which is ensuring environmental sustainability.

According to the International Women's Day website, online news network Rappler will feature in a live broadcast Senator Loren Legarda and other prominent women who have strong passion and connection with the environment.

A multi-sectoral forum on climate change, which will be attended by a number of women leaders including partylist representative Bernadette Herrera-Dy, will also be held at Saint Michael's College in Binan, Laguna.

Earlier this week, the local government of Calamba kicked-off their Women's Day celebration by giving roses to the female government employees in a surprise activity.

In Cebu, the local government said that there will be an information caravan on the Magna Carta for Women as well as a number of scheduled wellness and medical services for women today.

Aside from the thousands of global events that will mark this year's International Women's Day, netizens have also participate in the celebrations online.

In Twitter, “Happy International Women's Day” hit the worldwide trending list.

Google, meanwhile, launched a doodle to pay tribute to women. Instead of the familiar Google logo in the homepage, the popular search engine features today an image with symbols pertaining to women.

Clicking on the image – which contains the universal female symbol and a flower, among others – would bring a visitor to the Google search results for International Women's Day.

Online campaigns such as the one promoting a maternal health pledge aimed to empower mothers around the globe were also popular.

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'Hiram na Puso' Pilot a Big Ratings Success

'Hiram na Puso' Pilot a Big Ratings Success

GMA's newest afternoon drama Hiram na Puso debuted with very high ratings in both Mega Manila and in the National Urban Philippines according to data from the more trusted television ratings provider Nielsen TV Audience Measurement (TAM).

Hiram na Puso’s pilot episode, which aired on March 5, led in the national ratings, gaining a household rating of 14.9 pts. and an audience share of 40.6%, while its nearest competitor ABS-CBN’s Mundo Man ay Magunaw only gained 9.2 pts. and an audience share of 25.1%. This is based on data provided by the Nielsen National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM).

In the viewer-rich Mega Manila, Hiram na Puso’s ratings lead during its debut was even more pronounced with a household rating of 17.5 pts. and an audience share of 46.3%, while its competitor only got 7.4 pts. and an audience share of 19.7%. The densely populated Mega Manila area is considered a bailiwick of GMA-7.



An original concept and story by Suzette Doctolero, Hiram na Puso stars Kris Bernal, Mark Herras, Bela Padilla, Polo Ravales, Ayen Laurel, Gardo Versoza and Gina Alajar, and is directed by Andoy Ranay. It airs weekday afternoons after Eat Bulaga on GMA's Afternoon Prime block.

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"US Girls" Reveals Top Celebrity Summer Hotspots

"US Girls" Reveals Top Celebrity Summer Hotspots

Take the plunge this summer season as your favorite Kapamilya celebrities reveal their best summer memories and much-loved vacation spots in today's episode of “Us Girls” on Studio 23.

Rethink your planned getaways and find out where the “It’s Showtime” hosts, the “Banana Split” cast, singer Zia Quizon, and showbiz reporter Gretchen Fullido love to spend their holidays.

It’s time to stock up on the best warm season essentials to keep you fab and stylish. Before you hit the beach and soak up the sun, hosts Iya Villania and Angel Aquino will share their fab moisturizing tips to protect your skin from the heat, and their waxing and tanning tips to help you achieve that perfect golden tan.

“Us Girls” will also discover the perfect swimsuits that suit your body type, skin tone, and lifestyle, and teach you practical and smart tips on how to wear them.

With the temperature rising, the lifestyle magazine show authority will feature the coolest summer quenchers to keep you refreshed and the finest grilled meriendas and delicacies for the whole barkada.

Summer is in the air in “Us Girls,” the 2012 UPLB Gandingan Awards’ Best Women-Oriented Program tonight (March 8) on Studio 23 at 9:30 p.m. or watch it anytime on www.studio23.tv.

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Jessica Sanchez "I Will Always Love You" American Idol Season 11 - Top 13 Performance

Jessica Sanchez "I Will Always Love You" American Idol Season 11 - Top 13 Performance

Standing ovation from judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Styler AGAIN!?!?! Unbelievable!!! She really is "the one!"

Randy Jackson: This is one of the hardest songs in the world to sing. You, not only the best vocal of the night but also one of the best singers in this whole competition. America, this is one of the best talents in the whole country.

Jennifer Lopez: Just, just amazing. Oh my God. You are so talented.

Steven Tyler: You may be the one. You just made 40 million people cry.

Video credit: IdolxMuzic

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'Hiram na Puso' Pilot a Big Ratings Success

'Hiram na Puso' Pilot a Big Ratings Success

GMA's newest afternoon drama Hiram na Puso debuted with very high ratings in both Mega Manila and in the National Urban Philippines according to data from the more trusted television ratings provider Nielsen TV Audience Measurement (TAM).

Hiram na Puso’s pilot episode, which aired on March 5, led in the national ratings, gaining a household rating of 14.9 pts. and an audience share of 40.6%, while its nearest competitor ABS-CBN’s Mundo Man ay Magunaw only gained 9.2 pts. and an audience share of 25.1%. This is based on data provided by the Nielsen National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM).

In the viewer-rich Mega Manila, Hiram na Puso’s ratings lead during its debut was even more pronounced with a household rating of 17.5 pts. and an audience share of 46.3%, while its competitor only got 7.4 pts. and an audience share of 19.7%. The densely populated Mega Manila area is considered a bailiwick of GMA-7.



An original concept and story by Suzette Doctolero, Hiram na Puso stars Kris Bernal, Mark Herras, Bela Padilla, Polo Ravales, Ayen Laurel, Gardo Versoza and Gina Alajar, and is directed by Andoy Ranay. It airs weekday afternoons after Eat Bulaga on GMA's Afternoon Prime block.

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Eula Valdez, Empress and Nikki Gil Face the Past in 'Mundo Man ay Magunaw'

Eula Valdez, Empress and Nikki Gil Face the Past in 'Mundo Man ay Magunaw'

Now that fate has intertwined the lives of Olivia (Eula Valdes), Sheryl (Empress) and Jenny (Nikki Gil) in ABS-CBN's Kapamilya Gold drama series "Mundo Man ay Magunaw," a new revelation will test the strength of characters of everyone as Dante (Emilio Garcia), the old flame of Olivia and husband of Lani (Sylvia Sanchez) returns.

Will Dante's comeback finally clear the issues of the past and fix the damage caused by his sudden disappearance?

Don't miss the thrilling turn of events in "Mundo Man ay Magunaw," weekdays at 2:30 pm, after "It's Showtime" on ABS-CBN's Kapamilya Gold. For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com, follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter, or 'like their Facebook fan page http://www.facebook.com/mundomanaymagunaw.

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'Budoy' Promises a Heartwarming Farewell this Friday

'Budoy' Promises a Heartwarming Farewell this Friday

Fans of ABS-CBN's top-rating Primetime Bida teleserye "Budoy" recently flocked to SM Skydome to celebrate the grand fans day graced by its lead stars Gerald Anderson, Jessy Mendiola, and Enrique Gil.

The cast of the series expressed their deepest gratitude and appreciation for the fans for supporting and welcoming Budoy in their hearts since it started airing on October 2011. Meanwhile, Budoy (Gerald) bravely tries to conquer and fight his own pains and hardships as Jackie (Jessy) surprisingly had a change of heart. How will Budoy cope with his broken heart? Can BJ (Enrique) keep his emotions to himself or will he finally confess his long-held feelings for his ex-girlfriend Jackie? What will the Maniegos do now that Budoy's mysterious sickness recurs?

Don't miss Gerald's last fight in "Budoy," every night after "Walang Hanggan" on ABS-CBN. For more information, log on to http://www.budoy.tv/, follow @budoy_tv on Twitter or like the Facebook fanpage www.facebook.com/budoy.tv.

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‘Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho’ and ‘Pepito Manaloto’ Lead AGB Mega Manila Weekend Ratings

‘Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho’ and ‘Pepito Manaloto’ Lead AGB Mega Manila Weekend Ratings

Here are the Top 10 daytime and primetime programs in Mega Manila from March 3 to 4, 2012 according to AGB Nielsen Household Ratings:

March 3, Saturday

Daytime:
1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 32.4%
2. Kapuso Movie Festival: Iputok Mo Dadapa Ako (GMA-7) – 17.3%
3. Startalk TX (GMA-7) – 12.5%
4. 24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) – 11.3%
5. Wish Ko Lang! (GMA-7) – 11.2%
6. Kapamilya Blockbusters: Paano Na Kaya (ABS-CBN) – 10.7%
7. Knock Out (GMA-7) – 10.6%
8. Maynila (GMA-7) – 9.8%
9. Tom and Jerry Kids (GMA-7) – 9.4%
10. Tropang Potchi (GMA-7) – 8.6%

Primetime:
1. Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho (GMA-7) – 24.6%
2. MMK 20 Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) – 21.5%
3. Mr. & Mrs. A (GMA-7) – 20.3%
4. Wansapanataym: Maya Aksaya (ABS-CBN) – 19.6%
5. Imbestigador (GMA-7) – 17.7%
6. Kapamilya Deal Or No Deal (ABS-CBN) / Toda Max (ABS-CBN) – 13.7%
7. Manny Many Prizes (GMA-7) – 13.3%
8. Pinoy Big Brother Unlimited (ABS-CBN) – 12.3%
9. TV Patrol Weekend (ABS-CBN) – 10.2%
10. Wil Time Bigtime (TV5) – 9.6%

March 4, Sunday

Daytime:
1. Kapuso Movie Festival: Moments of Love (GMA-7) – 14.7%
2. Party Pilipinas (GMA-7) – 12.6%
3. Tween Hearts (GMA-7) – 11.2%
4. Detective Conan (GMA-7) – 10.9%
5. ASAP Rocks (ABS-CBN) – 10.7%
6. Dragon Ball (GMA-7) / Pinoy Pride XII: Bakbakan Sa Bohol ABS-CBN) – 10.1%
7. Tom and Jerry Kids (GMA-7) – 9.4%
8. Luv U (ABS-CBN) – 9%
9. AHA! (GMA-7) / Showbiz Central (GMA-7) – 8.7%
10. Sunday Sineplex: Stardust (TV5) – 7.8%

Primetime:
1. Pepito Manaloto (GMA-7) – 22.7%
2. Kap's Amazing Stories (GMA-7) – 21.9%
3. Ibilib: The Wonders of Horus (GMA-7) – 21.7%
4. Sarah G Live (ABS-CBN) – 18.4%
5. Pinoy Big Brother Unlimited (ABS-CBN) / Gandang Gabi Vice (ABS-CBN) – 17.3%
6. Rated K (ABS-CBN) – 17.1%
7. SNBO Double Treat: Pito Para Sa Pilipino (GMA-7) – 15.6%
8. 24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) – 14%
9. Goin' Bulilit (ABS-CBN) – 12.8%
10. SNBO Double Treat: 88 Minutes (GMA-7) – 12.3%

Source: AGB Nielsen Phils.

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Krusada: Karen Davila Leads Campaign to Revive Philippine Theater Arts

Krusada: Karen Davila Leads Campaign to Revive Philippine Theater Arts

With the advent of television and film, theater may have lost its allure to Filipino audiences. While many theater actors and groups remain passionate and dedicated to the medium, the venues and opportunities for them to showcase their talent remain limited.

This Thursday (March 8) in "Krusada," Karen Davila will address the pressing problems behind theater's lustrous façade and uphold its importance in Philippine culture to prove that it can also cater to the Filipino masses.

Karen will visit Resort World Manila's Performing Arts Theater, the newest, largest, and most modern theater house in the country today. The stars of "The Sound of Music," veteran actors Pinky Amador, Miguel Faustman, Audie Gemora, and Janina Punzalan will also reveal their thoughts on their seemingly obsolete craft.

Also joining Karen in her crusade are organizations that train young theater actors such as the Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA), Theater Actors Guild, and Teatro de Salinas of Cavite.

Listen, take part and be one with Karen's crusade because it takes more than words to make a stand. Watch "Krusada," which is nominated in the Social Issues/Current Events category at the prestigious 2012 New York Festivals International Television & Film Awards, on Thursday (March 8) after "Bandila" on ABS-CBN, or earlier on DZMM TeleRadyo (SkyCable Channel 26), 9:15 PM.

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