Friday, April 13, 2012

Enrique Gil is Guest Co-Cost in ‘Sarah G. Live’ this Sunday

Enrique Gil is Guest Co-Cost in ‘Sarah G. Live’ this Sunday


Popstar Sarah Geronimo is going to host a ‘Festival Night’ this Sunday (April 15) in her top-rating solo musical variety show “Sarah G. Live!

Indulge with the special surprise treats from the Popstar as she invites Kapamilya young actor Enrique Gil to join her in the feast as her guest co-host. Watch out for the newest segment “Sige Go Adenture;” the birthday bash of resident co-host Luis Manzano; and the astonishing performance from OPM sensation Zia Quizon.

Together with the Pop Princess in the upcoming episode are her musical director Louie Ocampo, choreographer Georcelle Dapat-Sy, G-Force, and director Erick Salud.

Don’t miss the trending and top weekend primetime show of ABS-CBN, “Sarah G. Live,” Sunday night, 7:30 pm, after “Rated K.” For more updates, log on towww.abs-cbn.com or follow @SGLiveOFFICIAL on Twitter and like SarahGLiveOFFICIAL on Facebook.

Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Philippines Premieres this Sunday on TV5

Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Philippines Premieres this Sunday on TV5


For the first time in the Philippines and Asia, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Philippines is set to make its much-awaited premiere this Sunday, April 15. Based on the original Endemol international franchise, the Philippine edition follows the hit US version’s goal of changing lives one home at a time.

With the promise of “Bagong bahay, Bagong buhay,” the show gives new homes and brings new hope to deserving Filipino families and communities whose life stories are bound to touch viewers’ hearts.

For its pilot episode, host Paolo Bediones with the Design Team’s Tessa Prieto-Valdez, Divine Lee, Tristan Jovellana, Marilen Faustino-Montenegro, and Joby Belmonte visited Apung Norma and the Austria family in their home in Mabalacat, Pampanga to give them the biggest surprise of their lives.

The Austria family is known for their mother "Apung Norma" who seeks help for the poor and sick children by coordinating with an NGO welfare services for help. She still works as a street sweeper even at her 60s to augment her family’s income. She lost her husband and three children due to illness, which led her to dedicate her life in helping sick and poor kids.

The introduction to the family and some snippets of the progress of the home makeover were already presented in Extreme Makeover’s The Road to Makeover, a daily 10-minute mini-program shown right after Face to Face.

This Sunday, April 15, you can catch the full episode, see the Austria family’s brand new home, and find out how their lives will be changed forever.

Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Philippines airs every Sunday at 8:30PM. You can also catch The Road to Makeover daily at 11:30AM also on TV5.

Miss World Philippines Transfers to TV5

Miss World Philippines Transfers to TV5


Miss World Philippines finds a new home in TV5 as it inks partners with the most aggressive broadcast network in the country.

Following the success of the first Miss World Philippines last year and the 1st Runner-Up finish of Gwendoline Ruias at the Miss World pageant held in London, England, the prestigious pageant continues to move forward for a bigger and more meaningful celebration of “Beauty with a Purpose”, underscoring the advocacy of Miss World in championing the cause of marginalized women and children.

Now that TV5 is its official media partner, Miss World Philippines is set to bring together the most beautiful Filipinas to give them a memorable and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to present to the world the true beauty and brilliance of today’s Filipina.

With beauty and wellness guru Cory Quirino at the helm, Miss World Philippines begins its nationwide search for candidates who possess the outstanding qualities of a future beauty queen that will give the country a winning chance to claim the Miss World crown which has long eluded the Philippines for 61 years.

This year, the stage is set for the upcoming Miss World Pageant on August 16 in Ordos, Inner Mongolia China where more than 113 candidates from all over the world will compete for the crown that will proclaim the winner as the most beautiful woman in the world.

Miss World prized itself in being the biggest and the longest running pageant in the world, established in 1951 with headquarters in London, England.

Present at the contract signing were TV5 President and CEO Atty. Ray Espinosa and CQ Global Quest Inc. Chair and CEO and Miss World Philippines 2012 Pageant Director Cory Quirino.

“We are happy to welcome Miss World Philippines to TV5 and we will be equally proud of the candidates who will join this year’s pageant as well as our future Miss World Philippines who will vie for the Miss World crown,” Atty. Espinosa said.

Cory Quirino stated: “Miss World Philippines is pleased to have found a new home in TV5 which secures the future of this prestigious pageant and strengthens the hope of every Filipina who holds the dream of becoming a beauty queen.”

TV5 will air the Miss World Philippines Pageant live from the Manila Hotel in late June. The much anticipated Miss World Pageant in Inner Mongolia, China will also be broadcast live via TV5 in August.

Thursday, April 12, 2012

MYX Rocks Boracay with the Hottest Summer Concert

MYX Rocks Boracay with the Hottest Summer Concert

The no. 1 music channel MYX will once again hit the country’s summer party capital, Boracay by flying in some of the most sought after OPM artists to perform live at the much-awaited “Summer MYX Fest 2012.”

Grab those summer gear and head to Club Summerplace, Station 2, Boracay beachfront this April 14 (Saturday) and party from sunset to midnight. Heat up the summer night by watching the fire dance by the beach with booze and great party music, featuring DJ Elmer Dado and Gruppo Tribale, which will prompt the kickoff of the biggest concert this season.

Among the OPM artists to rock “Summer MYX Fest 2012” are Gloc 9, Kamikazee, Parokya ni Edgar, Never the Strangers, Rico Blanco, Urbandub and Wolfgang.

Plus, exciting perks and prizes await the guests of the concert as MYX VJs play games in between band performances. Also, enjoy the thrilling booths situated around the venue.

For more information and updates on the “Summer MYX Fest 2012,” log-on to www.myxph.com . Download the MYX Charts app from the Android Market and install free of charge.

Jessica Sanchez Eliminated in American Idol Season 11

Jessica Sanchez Eliminated in American Idol Season 11

Shocking elimination result!!!

Jessica Sanchez, the most favorite contestant to win the 11th season of American Idol is surprisingly put on the chopping block - and might be eliminated in American Idol Season 11.


Here's the result:

SAFE:

Skylar Laine
Hollie Cavanagh
Phillip Phillips
Colton Dixon


BOTTOM 3:

Elise Testone
Joshua Ledet
Jessica Sanchez


ELIMINATED:

Jessica Sanchez but luckily the judges use the "judges save" to save her from elimination.


TV5’s Paparazzi Welcomes Derek Ramsay on their 2nd Anniversary Celebration this Saturday

TV5’s Paparazzi Welcomes Derek Ramsay on their 2nd Anniversary Celebration this Saturday


TV5’s much talked about entertainment news show Paparazzi celebrates its second anniversary with a bang this Saturday, April 14, as certified hottie Derek Ramsay shares his first one-on-one interview as an official Kapatid star.

Host Ruffa Gutierrez puts Derek on the hot seat with questions about his big move to TV5, his relationship with girlfriend Angelica Panganiban, and his past loves.

Catch Derek and more on Paparazzi this Saturday, April 14, 2012, 11:30 am on TV5.

Barbie Forteza and Joshua Dionisio Team Up in "Spooky Nights Presents Kalansay" this Saturday

Barbie Forteza and Joshua Dionisio Team Up in "Spooky Nights Presents Kalansay" this Saturday


Tween stars Joshua Dionisio and Barbie Forteza, whose loveteam is fondly called by their fans as “JoshBie”, will star in this Saturday’s episode of GMA-7’s Spooky Nights.

Joining the two in the said episode titled “Spooky Nights presents Kalansay”are Joyce Ching, Renz Valerio, Jace Flores, Jan Marini, Tiya Pusit and Onyok Velasco.

In the said episode, Joshua Dionisio plays the role of Anton, a playful teen who – together with his friend Sherwin (Renz Valerio) — always pulls pranks on the latter’s elder sister Cheska (Barbie Forteza).

But when new mysterious neighbors come into the picture, the two find their match. They would soon realize that their new neighbors are not ordinary pranksters; they transform into skeletons in the middle of the night. But due to Anton and Sherwin’s friskiness, no one would believe them. How are they going to drive these “prank-ensteins” out of their neighborhood for good?

Catch the exciting story of Spooky Nights presents Kalansay this Saturday (April 14), after Manny Many Prizes, on GMA-7.

Angeline Quinto Makes Us ‘Fall in Love Again’

Angeline Quinto Makes Us ‘Fall in Love Again’


‘Queen of Teleserye Themesongs’ Angeline Quinto has captured everyone’s hearts with her sophomore album under Star Records titled “Fall in Love Again.”

Angeline’s newest album bagged the number one spot of Astroplus’ top-selling OPM albums after it was released last March 25.

Her latest single “Baking Nga Ba Minamahal Kita” from her album is currently enjoying heavy airplay in different radio stations nationwide.

“Fall in Love Again” features 15 romantic songs including Angeline’s duet songs “Lipad ng Pangarap” with Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez and the “Unofficially Yours” official soundtrack “If You Asked Me To” with Erik Santos. It also includes her well-loved teleserye themesongs such as “Saan Darating ang Umaga” from the drama series “Budoy;” “Hanggang” from “Walang Hanggan;” “Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo” from ABS-CBN’s newest drama series with the same title; and “I Just Fall in Love Again,” which is the theme song of her upcoming movie with Coco Martin

Completing Angeline’s latest album are the songs “Nag-iisang Bituin,” “Maghihintay Sa’yo,” “Hulog ng Langit,” “Ngayon,” “You’re My Home,” “You Light Up My Life;” and the two bonus tracks “Tanging Ikaw” and the acoustic version of “Bakit Minamahal Kita.”

Meanwhile, Angeline will be visiting her fans all over the country in a series of mall shows - Astroplus SM Megamall and SM The Block this Wednesday (April 18), and SM Bacoor on April 21.

For a limited time, album buyers will get a free download of Angeline’s solo version of the song “If You Asked Me To” at www.mymusicstore.com.ph.

Grab your own copy of Angeline’s “Fall in Love Again” under Star Records, available on your favorite record bars nationwide. For updates and online song downloads, log on to www.starrecords.com.ph, www.mymusicstore.com.ph, www.amazon.com, www.spotify.com, and iTunes. For more information visit Star Records’ Facebook fanpage at www.facebook.com/starrecordsphil or follow @starrecordsph on Twitter.

ABS-CBN Regional News Promotes Disaster Preparedness

ABS-CBN Regional News Promotes Disaster Preparedness


ABS-CBN Regional News has recently launched segments on its regional morning shows and newscasts that will give important information to viewers on survival tips and how to prepare for disasters and emergency situations.

The move came after a string of calamities and disasters that hit the country in recent months and caught residents by surprise like typhoon Sendong in Cagayan de Oro and Iligan, and a series of earthquakes in Negros, Cebu, and other provinces in the south.

ABS-CBN president and chief operating officer Charo Santos-Concio pointed out that an average of 20 typhoons hit the country annually. She said, “It is about time we plan and prepare to minimize loss of lives and properties.”

ABS-CBN Regional Network Group head Jerry Bennett, on the other hand, believes that the project upholds to network’s commitment in rendering service to Filipinos worldwide.

Getting the community ready for any type of calamity through timely information on TV and radio is part of our service to the public,” Bennett said.

ABS-CBN Regional News head Charie Villa said the launch of the segments was timed in March, when local government units observe Fire Prevention Month by conducting fire drills and encouraging their constituents to make their areas a non-fire risk zone.

Recently, TV Patrol Southern Tagalog in Batangas presented “Ligtas Ako!” that teaches the people in the region on how to prepare a 72-hour survival kit at home. This was followed by TV Patrol Central Visayas’ “Andam Ka Na Ba?” and 15 more segments in local TV Patrols.

The earthquakes and its aftershocks that jolted the southern part of the country left more than 100 people dead and thousands homeless.

Another 5.2 magnitude earthquake hit Masbate City and its neighboring provinces that injured 10 people. Now, it left some residents of the province in trauma.

Catch TV Patrol regional newscasts by logging on to http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/tvpatrol.

Tambayan 101.9 to Hold Summer Eyeball on April 27

Tambayan 101.9 to Hold Summer Eyeball on April 27


Listeners of Tambayan 101.9 can get a chance to bond with their favorite DJs in the station’s upcoming event, the Tambayan 101.9 Summer Eyeball that includes the annual Hot Bodies search at the Amana Waterpark Resort in Bulacan on April 27 (Friday).

100 listeners will be able to join the annual get together of Tambayan 101.9. Those who want to win tickets simply have to tune in to Tambayan 101.9 and wait for the DJ to announce the trivia question of the day, then call the station’s hotline 924-2684 or 415-1111 for a chance to answer the question.

Two winners will be chosen from Monday to Friday, from April 9 to 23. Each winner will win three tickets to the Summer Eyeball. Listeners who will join the event can look forward to performances by celebrity guests and the grand finals of the Tambayan 101.9’s bikini search Hot Bodies.

Heat things up this summer by tuning in to Tambayan 101.9 via the radio or through live streaming at www.tambayan101.9.com.

Ogie Alcasid and Michael V. to Host GMA-7's New Talk Show "Pare & Pare"

Ogie Alcasid and Michael V. to Host GMA-7's New Talk Show "Pare & Pare"


This May, prepare to get loads of laughter and live entertainment on your TV screens as GMA-7 launches its newest comedy-musical-talk-show for the whole family to enjoy with Pare & Pare!

There’s plenty of excitement in this first-of-its-kind program which will be hosted by no less than multi-awarded singer & songwriter Ogie Alcasid and three-time Asian TV Best Comedy Actor Michael V.

Pareng Ogie and Pareng Bitoy, both legends in the industry for their comedic genius and impeccable showmanship, will join forces in redefining the Filipino viewers’ fascination for late-night talk shows – which can be engaging and informative, playful with unscripted comedy and will leave audiences with a memorable entertainment experience every episode.

The content of each show differs every week including live interviews with popular and controversial figures in the country, live musical performances by some of the best music acts and hottest online sensations in the industry and exciting new segments that will be delivered by the popular comic tandem with their flawless talent and spontaneous humor.

Some of the interesting segments that will be introduced in the show are The Week In Review, Barako Tips, Sabi-Sabi Po, Bet Mo, Bet Ko, and Masa Poll.

As a matter of fact, Ogie and Michael V are magkumpare in real life which definitely adds to their chemistry both on and off camera. Their friendship has gone a long way and their partnership has been successfully tried and tested with their numerous collaborations together including the longest-running gag show Bubble Gang, Hole In The Wall and Yaya and Angelina: The Spoiled Brat Movie.

Join the star power of Ogie Alcasid and Michael V. in Pare & Pare, set to hit Filipino homes this May on GMA-7.

Tropang Potchi goes to Corregidor

Tropang Potchi goes to Corregidor


Taking advantage of the summer break, the kids of GMA’s Saturday morning show Tropang Potchi will go on an excursion cum educational tour around two important bastions in the country’s World War II history: Bataan and the island of Corregidor.

Join Julian Trono, Miggy Jimenez and Bianca Umali as they visit the largest cross in the whole world – the Dambana ng Kagitingan (Shrine of Valor), which was erected to honor the souls of the valiant soldiers who served during the Second World War. They will also set a young Philippine turtle or pawikan into the open sea with the help of Bataan’s Pawikan Conservation Center.

From Bataan, Julian, Miggy and Bianca will take a short boat ride to the nearby island of Corregidor, which played an important role in both the invasion and liberation of the Philippines from the Japanese forces during World War II. The kids will take a tour around the island and visit its tourist attractions like the Japanese Tunnel, the island’s lighthouse and the Malinta Tunnel. Also, while on the island, the kids will try fun-filled activities that are best done under the heat of the sun like rock balancing and kayaking.

Let’s revisit a segment of our country’s history while having fun this Saturday on Tropang Potchi, 9:00am on GMA-7.



Tropang Potchi is sponsored by Columbia International Food Products, the makers of Potchi, V-Fresh, My Juiz, Champy and So Lucky Crackers.

Talentadong Pinoy Picks Last Finalist for Battle of the Champions in a Special Wildcard Episode

Talentadong Pinoy Picks Last Finalist for Battle of the Champions in a Special Wildcard Episode


TV5’s flagship talent search Talentadong Pinoy rounds up its finalists for the upcoming Battle of the Champions with its final wildcard episode. Former winners who fell short of grabbing the Hall of Fame title are given a second chance.

Competing in this week’s upcoming episode are power singer Yumi Morales, hulahoop child wonder Reese Portulan, blind singer and keyboardist Jerimie Tampoy, wire balancer Shiba Gonzales, acrobatic dancers Exodus, and singing diva Rhyzza Kafilas.

The winner will join this season’s Hall of Famers and move on to the grand finals also known as the Battle of the Champions, which will be held on May 5 and 6 at the Quezon City Memorial Circle.



Aside from the heart-stopping performances of the wildcard contestants, Talentadong Pinoy also surprises its host, Ryan Agoncillio as he celebrates his birthday in the show. In a rare occasion, Ryan is joined by his wife Judy Ann Santos and their kids Yohan and Lucho.

See all this and more in the latest episode of Talentadong Pinoy on April 15, 7:30 PM on TV5.

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Myrtle Sarrosa

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Myrtle Sarrosa


Myrtle Abigail Porlucas Sarrosa, 18. Dubbed the "Cosplay Cutie ng Iloilo," Sarrosa said dressing up as anime characters is her way of expressing herself. Sarrosa is an accounting student at the University of the Philippines Iloilo and is also the Sangguniang Kabataan chairman in their area. While she believes she will enjoy her stay at the Big Brother house, she said she is sure to miss her mother who's staying in the province.


PROFILE

* Nickname:Myrtle
* Status:Current Housemate
* Real Name:Myrtle Abigail Porlucas Sarrosa
* Origin:Ilo-Ilo City
* Age: 18
* Birthdate:December 7, 1994
* Nationality:Filipino
* Occupation:Student, Sangguniang Kabataan President
* Civil Status:Single
* Religion:Christian
* Hobbies:Cosplaying, watching anime and wrestling
* Favorite Color:Black, white and red
* Favorite Food:Patotim, caldereta and beef steak
* Favorite Show:High School of the Dead, Death Note and WWE RAW
* Favorite Actor:Gerald Anderson, Daniel Padilla and Matt Dalas
* Favorite Actress:Cristine Reyes, Kim Chui and Alodia Gosiengfiao
* Favorite Singer:Katy Perry, 4minute and Boyce Avenue


OTHER INFORMATION

Bukod sa pagkakapanalo sa cosplay competitions, Myrtle takes pride in getting into the University of the Philippines in the Visayas. "Only one out of 10 students get the chance to go to school here. Not even my High School Valedictorian or anyone in my batch in high school was able to acquire such privilege to go to this University."

Myrtle is also a big football fan as her city is considered the football capital of the Philippines. As Sangguniang Kabataan Municipal Federation President of Barotac Nuevo, Province of Iloilo, gusto ni Myrtle mas mapalaganap pa ang vision ng kanilang bayan sa sport na ito through her joining PBB.

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Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Claire Bercero

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Claire Bercero


Claire Bercero, 16. Dubbed the “Cindi-Rebel ng Makati,” this half-Filipino, half- French was once an out of school youth after she dropped out of third year high school. A self-confessed rebel, she tried vices at a young age after her parents separated. But with the help of her grandparents, she has found a new lease on life with her Christian faith.


PROFILE

* Nickname:Claire
* Status:Current Housemate
* Origin:Makati City
* Age: 16
* Birthdate:October 31, 1996
* Nationality:Filipino-French
* Occupation:None
* Civil Status:Single
* Religion:Christian
* Hobbies:Hanging out with family, friends
* Favorite Color:Purple, pink, sky blue
* Favorite Food:afritada, pakbet, adobong manok, hipon na may matamis na sauce, sweet and sour meatballs (luto ni lo
* Favorite Show:Showtime
* Favorite Actor:Xian Lim
* Favorite Actress:Julia Montes, Sarah Geronimo
* Favorite Singer:Sarah Geronimo


OTHER INFORMATION

Dahil sa kanyang pagiging pilya, naging out of school youth si Claire nang magdrop-out siya during her third year in high school. Pero sa panahong ito din narealize ni Claire ang mga pagkakamali niya sa buhay nang ma-immerse siya sa kanyang Christian faith, sa tulong na din ng lolo at lola niya na nagpapalaki sa kanya. Street smart at prangka, gusto ni Claire na maging inspirasyon sa kabataang tulad niya.

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Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Karen Reyes

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Karen Reyes


Karen Mae Reyes, 16 . While she is dubbed the “Hagikgik Chick ng Mindoro” for her cheerful disposition, Reyes has had a lonely past since her father died due to traffic altercation. Since her mother has to work for their family, Reyes had to stay with their neighbor although eventually she reunited with her mother. In fact, she had an emotional goodbye with her mother when she finally entered the Big Brother house.


PROFILE

* Nickname:Karen
* Status:Current Housemate
* Origin:Calapan, Oriental Mindoro
* Age: 16
* Birthdate:October 17, 1996
* Nationality:Filipino
* Occupation:Student
* Civil Status:Single
* Religion:Roman Catholic
* Hobbies:Dancing, playing volleyball
* Favorite Color:Blue, black and brown
* Favorite Food:Lasagna, sinigang na baboy , lechong kawali
* Favorite Show:Walang Hanggan , Mara Clara, Magkaribal
* Favorite Actor:JM deGuzman , Coco Martin , John Lloyd Cruz
* Favorite Actress:Angel Locsin , Julia Montes, Anne Curtis
* Favorite Singer:Silent Sanctuary, The Script, Maddi Jane , Adele


OTHER INFORMATION

Medyo sensitive si Karen pagdating sa usapin tungkol sa kanyang ama dahil pumanaw ito sa isang away trapiko. Ulila man sa kanyang ama ay masayahing bata pa din si Karen at nahahawa ang mga tao sa kanyang paligid sa kanyang cheerful disposition. Magaling din na dancer si Karen at member ng dance group ng kanilang eskwelahan.

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Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Clodet Loreto

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Clodet Loreto


Clodet Ann B. Loreto, 13. Dubbed the "Prangkang Chicka Teen ng Davao" is the youngest contestant to enter the Big Brother House. An achiever at school, Loreta is a student government officer and a scholar, in addition to being a top orator in her school. She joined PBB to help her parents who sell slippers. She hopes to buy them a house and set up a business for them.


PROFILE

* Nickname:Clodet
* Status:Current Housemate
* Origin:Davao City
* Age: 14
* Birthdate:September 29, 1998
* Nationality:Filipino
* Occupation:Student
* Civil Status:Single
* Religion:Roman Catholic
* Hobbies:Reading books, watching TV
* Favorite Color:Black and violet
* Favorite Food:All except veggies
* Favorite Show:Showtime
* Favorite Actor:Coco Martin
* Favorite Actress:Angel Locsin
* Favorite Singer:Marcelito Pomoy, Taylor Swift


OTHER INFORMATION

Top-notch declaimer and miyembro ng student goverment ng kanyang school si Clodet. Small but terrible na masasabi si Clodet dahil matapang siya at very honest sa pagsasabi ng kanyang opinyon sa mga bagay-bagay. Para kay Clodet mas mainam na pairalin ang utak kaysa sa puso, at nais niyang makatulong sa kanyang mga magulang na tindero ng tsinelas. Si Clodet ang youngest na housemate ever na tumuntong sa bahay ni Kuya.

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Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Angelika Javier

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Angelika Javier


Angelika Felize Barbaza Javier, 15. Dubbed the "Ala-Anghel ng Batangas," Javier stands 5-foot-6 and with her morena features has won several beauty pageants in her area. She is also a good dancer and is her school's bet for competitions in ballroom, folk dance and hip hop. She is also a good daughter, who managed to bring back together her parents -- an OFW and a faith healer - after they separated.


PROFILE

* Nickname:Nikka
* Status:Current Housemate
* Origin:Lian, Batangas
* Age: 15
* Birthdate:January 28, 1997
* Nationality:Filipino
* Occupation:Student
* Civil Status:Single
* Religion:Roman Catholic
* Hobbies:Texting, watching TV
* Favorite Color:Blue, pink and yellow
* Favorite Food:Vegetable and fruit salad, tapsilog, pork binagoongan
* Favorite Show:Showtime, So You Think You Can Dance, America's Next Top Model
* Favorite Actor:Sam Milby, John Lloyd Cruz, Jericho Rosales
* Favorite Actress:Anne Curtis, Kim Chiu and Toni Gonzaga
* Favorite Singer:Beyonce, Rihanna and One Direction


OTHER INFORMATION

Sa height na 5'6, mala model nga ang built ni Nikka at combined with her morena looks ay madalas manalo sa beauty contests sa kanilang lugar. But not only is she beautiful, talented din si Nikka dahil pambataong dancer din siya ng kanilang school at marunong sumayaw ng folk dance, ballroom at hip-hop.

Muntik na maghiwalay ang inang OFW at faith healer na ama ni Nikka pero sa kanyang pagiging mabuting anak, ay nakagawa siya ng paraan na magkabalikan muli ang dalawa.

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Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Mariz Raneses

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Mariz Raneses


Mariz Bejer Raneses, 17. Dubbed the "Inday Husay ng Cebu," Raneses decided to be a working high school student so she could help pay for her schooling. With five siblings, she works as a househelper. But this hasn't stopped her from being an achiever at school, where she has been named Miss United Nations at Prom Queen of her batch. She also said she is a good cook.


PROFILE

* Nickname:Mariz
* Status:Current Housemate
* Real Name:Mariz Bejer Raneses
* Origin:Cebu City
* Age: 17
* Birthdate:June 01, 1995
* Nationality:Filipino
* Occupation:Student, Helper
* Civil Status:Single
* Religion:Roman Catholic
* Hobbies:Reading pocketbooks
* Favorite Color:Pink, white, lavander, black
* Favorite Food:Fried chicken, tinolang manok
* Favorite Show:PBB
* Favorite Actor:Jericho Rosales
* Favorite Actress:Kim Chiu
* Favorite Singer:Angeline Quinto, Sam Concepcion


OTHER INFORMATION

Naging ina sa kanyang kapatid sa murang edad, sinubukan ni Mariz na maging isang working student sa suporta na din ng kanyang mga guro. Pumasok si Mariz bilang kasambahay para makabawas man lang sa kagustusin sa kanyang mga kailangan sa school. Hindi rin ito naging hadlang kay Mariz para maging achiever din sa kanilang eskwelahan. Tinanghal pa siyang Ms. United Nations at Prom Queen ng kanilang batch.

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Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Jai Agpangan

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Jai Agpangan


Jyra May G Agpangan, 17. Dubbed “Double Biba of Bacolod” (with identical twin Joj), likes watching TV and reading pocketbooks and listed “The Vampire Diaries” and “Dahil sa Pag-ibig” as her favorite TV shows.


PROFILE

* Nickname:Jai
* Status:Current Housemate
* Origin:Bacolod City
* Age: 17
* Birthdate:September 3, 1995
* Nationality:Filipino
* Occupation:Student
* Civil Status:Single
* Religion:Catholic
* Hobbies:Watching TV, reading pocketbooks
* Favorite Color:Blue, purple and red
* Favorite Food:Pizza, burger, fries
* Favorite Show:Vampire Diaries, Jane by Design, Dahil sa Pag-ibig
* Favorite Actor:Nick Jonas, Rafael Rosell, Stefan Salvatore
* Favorite Actress:Kristen Belle, Denise Laurel, Nina Dobrev
* Favorite Singer:Krissy and Erika, Jonas Brothers, FM static


OTHER INFORMATION

Katulad ng kaniyang twin sister na si Joj, very bubbly rin si Jai. Binanggit niya na participating in bonding activities with her family and friends ang isa sa kaniyang mga paboritong gawin. Dancer, school pep squad at theatre guild member si Jai and these activities are a perfect fit to her personality. Very sociable din si Jai. "Hindi ako namimili ng taong pakikisamahan," she says proudly. "May kadaldalan di ako, kaya madali akong maging kaibigan." Ayaw lang ni Jai ang mga taong hypocrites, demanding, at masakit magsalita.

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Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Joj Agpangan

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Joj Agpangan


Joj Martin G Agpangan, 17. Dubbed “Double Biba of Bacolod” (with identical twin Jai), likes watching TV and reading pocketbooks and listed “The Vampire Diaries” and “Dahil sa Pag-ibig” as her favorite TV shows.


PROFILE

* Nickname:Joj
* Status:Current Housemate
* Origin:Bacolod City
* Age: 17
* Birthdate:September 3, 1995
* Nationality:Filipino
* Occupation:Student
* Civil Status:Single
* Religion:Catholic
* Hobbies:Watching TV, reading pocketbooks
* Favorite Color:Hot pink, purple and blue
* Favorite Food:Chopsuey, boneless bangus, inasal na manok, chicken fillet, sinigang
* Favorite Show:Vampire diaries, City Hunter, Dahil sa Pag-Ibig
* Favorite Actor:Jake Cuenca, Robi Domingo, Enchong Dee, Daniel Padilla, Enrique Gil
* Favorite Actress:Anne Curtis, Cristine Reyes, Nina Dobrev
* Favorite Singer:Madie Jane, The Script, Katy Perry, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Bruno Mars, Secondhand Serenade, FM Stati


OTHER INFORMATION

Kasamang pumasok ni Joj ang kaniyang identical twin sister na si Jy sa loob ng PBB House this season. Ito ang unang pagkakataon na may twins na naging Official Housemates. President ng kanilang school drama guild at isa ring member ng pep squad si Joj at ito na rin siguro ang nag-enhance sa natural charm at bubbliness ng dalagita. Maraming favorite celebrities si Joj, but if given the chance, she would love to swap lives with Anne Curtis. "Carry niya talaga ang lahat," sabi ni Joj. "She does everything with confidence talaga!"

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Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Keith Thompson

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Keith Thompson


Keith San Esteban Thompson, 15. Dubbed “Kid Tangkad of Pampanga,” Thompson stands at a whopping 6-foot-1. His father hails from New Zealand, while his mother is a Filipina. A self-confessed former playboy, he said he misses his mother. He enjoys playing Frisbee and basketball.


PROFILE

* Nickname:Kit
* Status:Current Housemate
* Origin:Angeles, Pampanga
* Age: 15
* Birthdate:February 15, 1997
* Nationality:Fil-New Zealand
* Occupation:Student, Model
* Civil Status:Single
* Religion:Catholic
* Hobbies:Playing frisbee, basketball
* Favorite Color:Red, black and teal
* Favorite Food:Apple pie, Vanilla Ice cream, Korean beef stew
* Favorite Show:NBA, Glee, American Idol
* Favorite Actor:Brad Pitt, Johnny Depp, Channing Tatum
* Favorite Actress:Angelina Jolie, Rachel MacAdams , Anne Curtis
* Favorite Singer:John Mayer, Skrillex , Dashboard Confessional


OTHER INFORMATION

Mahilig sa sports si Keith and he counts playing frisbee, basketball, riding a longboard, and swimming as some of his favorite athletic activities. Model din siya at dahil dito, sanay makisalamuha sa iba't-ibang klaseng tao. Fan din siya ng Pinoy Big Brother at masaya na naging Official Housemate sa pinakabagong edition ng PBB Teen Edition. He may look tough, pero inamin ni Keith na ang mommy niya ang taong mamimiss niya habang nasa loob siya ng Bahay ni Kuya.

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Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Alec Dungo

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Alec Dungo


Alec Brandon Chai Dungo, 18. The “Chinito Gwapito of Laguna” is a pharmacy student at the University of Santo Tomas and a campus heartthrob who has joined numerous provincial and school pageants. The Chinese-Filipino student tried out for “PBB” twice before and has finally fulfilled his dream of becoming a housemate.


PROFILE

* Nickname:Alec
* Status:Current Housemate
* Origin:Sta. Cruz, Laguna
* Age: 18
* Birthdate:August 6, 1994
* Nationality:Fil-Chinese
* Occupation:Student
* Civil Status:Single
* Religion:Roman Catholic
* Hobbies:Swimming, playing football
* Favorite Color:Blue, brown, black and white
* Favorite Food:Sopas, sinigang na baboy, spam, fried tilapia
* Favorite Show:PBB, Showtime, American Idol, Amazing Race, Phineas and Ferb, Naruto
* Favorite Actor:Brendan Fraser, Jack Black, John Lloyd Cruz
* Favorite Actress:Jessica Alba, Kim Chiu, Anne Curtis
* Favorite Singer:Boyce Avenue, Simple Plan


OTHER INFORMATION

Hindi na iba kay Alec ang pagiging sikat dahil sa pagkapanalo niya bilang Mr. Pharmacy sa kaniyang pinapasukang University. Pero ang status na ito ay hindi pumipigil sa kaniya para mag-indulge sa isa ng kaniyang favorite hobbies: ang kumain! Handa nang sumabak sa mga pagsubok ng bahay si Alec, at ang kaniyang dahilan sa pagsali sa Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Edition ay para raw ma-enjoy niya ng lubusan ang pagiging teenager. "Gusto kong sulitin ang opportunity habang bata" sabi niya. "Gusto ko ring mas makilala ang sarili ko, lalo na kung paano ko haharapin ang stress sa darating bilang isang Housemate." Banggit din niya na kaya niyang pakisamahan ang lahat ng magiging kasama sa loob ng Bahay, pero inaamin niya na madali siyang mairita sa mga taong "salita nang salita pero nonsense naman."

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Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Yves Flores

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Yves Flores


Yves Romeo C. Flores, 18. The “Masunuring Son of Tarlac,” Flores said he makes it a point to get home early because he has a 7 p.m. curfew. He said he doesn’t mind the restrictions because he understands that this would also benefit him. The athletic “good boy” (he plays basketball, volleyball and badminton) said he joined “PBB” to help his sick grandfather.


PROFILE

* Nickname:Yves
* Status:Current Housemate
* Origin:Tarlac
* Age: 18
* Birthdate:November 26, 1994
* Nationality:Filipino
* Occupation:Student
* Civil Status:Single
* Religion:Catholic
* Hobbies:Playing basketball, volleyball and badminton
* Favorite Color:Blue, yellow and red
* Favorite Food:Kare-kare, tinola and caldereta
* Favorite Show:PBB, ASAP, The Buzz
* Favorite Actor:John Lloyd Cruz, Coco Martin
* Favorite Actress:KC Concepcion, Angel Locsin
* Favorite Singer:Bamboo, Simple Plan, Parokya Ni Edgar


OTHER INFORMATION

Pinakamalaking accomplishment ko na ang pagiging Housemate dahil pinaghirapan ko talaga ang ito. Ito ang sinabi ni Yves tungkol sa pagiging Official Housemate niya sa pang-apat na season ng Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Edition. Tubong Tarlac ang nabasagang "Masunuring Son," at ang pagpapagamot sa kaniyang lolo ang dahilan kung pagsali sa PBB Teens. Hangang-hanga si Yves kay Jake Cuenca at sinabi niyang siya raw ang celebrity na pipiliin niya kung pwedeng pansamanmtalang makipag-swap ng buhay.

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Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Ryan Boyce

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Ryan Boyce


Ryan M. Boyce, 16. Dubbed the “Pilyong Binatilyo of Angeles,” the half-British Boyce is an aspiring football player, whose view of life changed when he got into an accident that almost cost him his dreams of playing football. He also describes himself as “pilyo” and said he admires the confidence of former PBB celebrity housemate Baron Geisler.


PROFILE

* Nickname:Ryan
* Status:Current Housemate
* Origin:Pampanga
* Age: 16
* Birthdate:August 30, 1996
* Nationality:Fil-British
* Occupation:Student
* Civil Status:Single
* Religion:Catholic
* Hobbies:Playing football, running
* Favorite Color:Blue and red
* Favorite Food:Burger, fried chicken
* Favorite Show:Budoy
* Favorite Actor:Daniel Radcliffe, Taylor Lautner
* Favorite Actress:Taylor Swift, Emma Watson, Coleen Garcia
* Favorite Singer:Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Gary V


OTHER INFORMATION

Very sporty itong si Ryan and he counts soccer as his favorite sport, pero he also has a soft side dahil "Budoy" pala ang kaniyang favorite TV show. Malapit din siya sa kaniyang pamilya at ang mommy daw niya ang taong pinaka-mamimiss siya sa pagpasok siya sa bahay. Hindi man masyadong madaldal si Ryan, sa tingin naman daw niya na madali niyang makakasundo sa loob ng Bahay dahil magaling siyang makisama at sa kahit na anong environment ay madali siyang maka-adjust. Competitive talaga itong si Ryan. "Gusto kong ma-experience ang challenges ni Big Brother," dagdag pa niya.

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Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Roy Requejo

Roy Requejo - Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate


Roy Dela Cerna Requejo, 18. Dubbed “Boy Sipag of Naga,” Requejo comes from a broken family and has worked as a garbage boy, construction worker and welder to provide for his siblings. He decided it would be better to discontinue his studies so he could work and help his family. He believes his strength and determination will help him stand out among the housemates.


PROFILE

* Nickname:Roy
* Status:Current Housemate
* Origin:Naga City
* Age: 18
* Birthdate:August 28, 1994
* Nationality:Filipino
* Occupation:Construction worker
* Civil Status:Single
* Religion:Roman Catholic
* Hobbies:Playing basketball, watching anime
* Favorite Color:Red and black
* Favorite Food:Fried chicken
* Favorite Show:E-boy
* Favorite Actor:John Lloyd Cruz
* Favorite Actress:Kim Chiu
* Favorite Singer:Parokya Ni Edgar


OTHER INFORMATION

Sanay sa simpleng pamumuhay si Roy at walang takot na hinaharap ang mga pagsubok na kaniyang hinaharap. Pamilya ang inspirasyon niya sa pagsali sa Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Edition at sinabing mamimiss niya ang kaniyang talong kapatid habang siya ay namamalagi sa loob ng Bahay ni Kuya. Idolo niya ang dancer-actor na si Vhong Navarro at siya raw ang pipiliin niyang maka-swap ng buhay kahit na pansamantala lamang. Medyo mahiyain si Roy, pero alam naman niyang madali niyang mapakikisamahan ang mga makakasama sa loob ng Bahay.

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Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Tom Doromal

Tom Doromal - Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) Teen Edition 4 Housemate

Tom Johnson Doromal, 16. Dubbed the “Bukid Prince of Davao,” Doromal comes from a rich hacienda-owning family but nonetheless partakes in farm chores, including climbing coconut trees to pick coconuts, which are made into husks and copra. Doromal lists playing basketball as his hobby and likes watching cartoons “Ben 10” and “Super Strikers.” Although he isn’t fluent in Tagalog, he is determined to get along well with his fellow housemate.


PROFILE

* Nickname:Tom
* Status:Current Housemate
* Origin:Davao City
* Age: 16
* Birthdate:November 28, 1996
* Nationality:Filipino
* Occupation:Student
* Civil Status:Single
* Religion:Roman Catholic
* Hobbies:Playing basketball
* Favorite Color:Blue, white and black
* Favorite Food:Sinigang, fish and shrimp
* Favorite Show:Ben 10, Super Strikers
* Favorite Actor:Jackie Chan, Jet Li
* Favorite Actress:Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore, Lucy Liu
* Favorite Singer:Scotty Mc Reery, Josh Turner, Jimmy Bondoc


OTHER INFORMATION

Galing sa komportableng buhay sa Davao si Tom. Nabansagang "Bukid Prince" ng Davao, sumali siya para maranasan ang once-in-a-lifetime experience na maging Official Housemate. In fact, kino-consider niyang biggest accomplishment ang pagiging parte ng Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Edition. "I'm a friendly person," sabi ni Vince at dahil dito, sigurado siyang madali niyang makakasundo ang ibang Housemates. Medyo ilang nga klang siya sa mga taong masakit magsalita. Ang pagsali niya sa PBB ay dedicated sa kaniyang hometown na Davao City.

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Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Vince Manlapaz

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 Housemate - Vince Manlapaz 

Vince Buduan Manlapaz, 16. Dubbed the “Bunsoy Tisoy of Rizal,” Manlapaz is an honor student who was raised by his grandmother and aunt, since his mother works abroad, while his father has another family. The youngest of three children, he said he isn’t spoiled and is one of the top students in his school, where he also writes for the campus magazine.


PROFILE

* Nickname: Vince
* Status: Current Housemate
* Origin: Cainta, Rizal
* Age: 16
* Birthdate: September 6, 1996
* Nationality: Filipino
* Occupation: Student
* Civil Status: Single
* Religion: Roman Catholic
* Hobbies: Playing basketball and computer games
* Favorite Color: Blue, white and black
* Favorite Food: Giniling na menudo, fried chicken, sinigang, hawaiian pizza
* Favorite Show: PBB, American Idol, Tayong Dalawa, Budoy, Walking Dead, Naruto
* Favorite Actor: Alex Pettyfer, Logan Lerman, Darren Criss, Brendan Fraser, Jake Cuenca, Gereld Anderson, Xian Lim
* Favorite Actress: Kim Chiu, Dianna Agron, Alexandra Daddario, Emma Watson, and Julia Montes
* Favorite Singer: One Direction, Adele, Kris Allen, Charice, Ronan Keating, Backstreet Boys, Greyson Chance


OTHER INFORMATION

Like a lot of teenagers, mahilig si Vince sa basketball at computer games. But unlike his peers, ang nabasagang "Bunsoy Tisoy" ay bahagi na ngayon ng Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Edition. At ang dahilan niya? "Gusto ko na maging proud sa akin ang daddy ko." Mahilig rin sa pop music si Vince, and he counts Brit sensations Adele and One Direction as some of his favorite musical acts. Sa katunayan, kung pwede raw siyang makipag-swap ng buhay with any celebrity, pipiliin niya si Liam Payne ng One Direction. Optimistic si Vince na makakasundo niya ang maga magiging kapwa Housemate, wag lang daw sana silang maging snob.

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Bugoy Cariño Learns the Meaning of True Love from ‘E-Boy’

Bugoy Cariño Learns the Meaning of True Love from ‘E-Boy’


ABS-CBN’s top-rating Primetime Bida teleserye “E-Boy” continues to instill different life lessons and values on viewers as the show entered its final week.

It has captured the hearts and minds not only of its avid viewers but its whole cast as well.

Because of ‘E-Boy,’ I’ve learned about the importance of family, unconditional love and the will to do whatever it takes for the sake of your loved ones,” Agot Isidro said. In fact, even the hearts of her co-actors Ariel Rivera and Jomari Yllana were also moved with the message that the drama series wanted to impart on its viewers.

At such a young age, Kapamilya childstars Bugoy Cariño and Deydey Amansec, on the other hand, learned the true meaning of love from the different exciting adventures that their characters E-Boy and Miyo had experienced in the series. According to Bugoy, “I have learned from “E-Boy” that anyone has the capacity to do anything if there is love.

On “E-Boy’s” last week, tension arises as the characters help each other hand in hand to stop Miguel’s (Jomari) evil plans. Will Miguel finally succeed in getting his hands on E-Boy? Can Gabriel (Ariel) sacrifice E-Boy to save his wife Ria (Agot)? What will E-Boy and Megabot do to prevent Miguel’s plans from prevailing?

“E-Boy” is a part of ABS-CBN’s “Bida Best Kid” campaign launched recently that aims to empower children by encouraging them to become who they want to be and the best that they can be. It doesn’t only entertain and educate its young viewers with its values-oriented, child-friendly programs, but supports their dreams and aspirations as well.

Don’t miss final week of “E-Boy” weeknights after “TV Patrol” on ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida. For more updates log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

Who’s Love Will JM De Guzman Stand For?

Who’s Love Will JM De Guzman Stand For?


Angelito (JM De Guzman) stood up for his principles and responsibilities as a young dad to Jun-Jun (Joshen Bernardo) despite his very young age when he got Rosalie (Charee Pineda) pregnant back in high school.

Now, he must make another big decision as he must choose to love only one between two important women in his life - Rosalie and Jenny (Kaye Abad). Will he pick Rosalie, the first woman he ever loved and the mother of his son? Or will he give love another chance with a new girl, Jenny, who stood by her through thick and thin and literally played mom to his son during Rosalie’s absence?

Don’t miss the finale of “Angelito: Batang Ama” this Friday (April 13), 3:15 PM after “Mundo Man ay Magunaw” in ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold. Tweet your thoughts to @Batang_Ama on Twitter with the hashtag #AngelitoFinale or post your comments on AngelitoBatangAma on Facebook.

GMA Network Hits P13.083 Billion Consolidated Revenues in 2011

GMA Network Hits P13.083 Billion Consolidated Revenues in 2011


GMA Network, Incorporated (GMA), the leading broadcast media company in the Philippines, hit consolidated revenues worth P13.083 billion in 2011.

Notwithstanding the absence of P2.054 billion worth of revenues from political advertisements generated in 2010 and the global impact of financial crisis in Europe and slow economic recovery in the US last year, the Company delivered a fairly competitive business performance.

In fact, despite the cutback in the advertising budget of top multinationals whose headquarters are based abroad, the Network’s leadership in nationwide ratings won for the Company a substantial portion of the available ad spend.

GMA Channel 7, the Company’s top performing business unit and the country’s most watched television station, posted an eight-percent revenue growth from regular advertising during the financial period versus the preceding year, more than double the gross national product (GNP) growth rate of only 3.5 percent in 2011.

The channel also raised its ad loading minutes by 2.1 percent even with rate adjustments that took effect in February of 2011. ABS-CBN, meanwhile, suffered the hardest hit by the ad spend cutback among local broadcasting companies with a 7.1-percent drop in ad loading minutes during the comparable period.

GMA Radio, with improved ratings both in the AM and FM bands, delivered a 15-percent revenue growth from regular advertising. GMA Regional TV made a 21-percent hike year-on-year in recurring ad placements.

Meanwhile, GMA International ended 2011 with a six-percent growth in revenues in US dollar terms, but the growth rate slowed down to only four percent in peso terms due to the appreciation of the Philippine peso exchange rate. Total revenues from subscription, licensing and advertising revenues made thru overseas operations reached P965 million.

GMA International runs the Network’s flagship international channel GMA Pinoy TV (GPTV) and the Filipino lifestyle channel GMA Life TV (GLTV) with estimated global viewer counts of two million and one million, respectively.

Both channels can be accessed thru a number of channel carriers in Filipino viewer-rich territories abroad such as the US, Canada, Middle East, Africa, Japan, Guam, Saipan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Papua New Guinea, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Diego Garcia, Europe, and the Carribean.

The International Edition of the Philippines’ number one news channel – GMA News TV International (GNTVI) – currently airs in Australia, Canada, Guam, Japan, Madagascar, UAE and soon in Europe, Malaysia and the US. It is also now available for downlinking in North America.

Alongside GMA’s three linear channels, GMA’s top-rating radio stations DZBB (AM band) and DWLS (FM band) are also now widely distributed among Filipino communities abroad. Soon, GMA will also strengthen its international video-on-demand (VOD) offer for multiple platform distribution to take advantage of changes in subscribers’ viewing habits and the growing popularity of viewing content via the Internet and mobile and portable devices.

In the domestic market, GMA continues its aggressive expansion efforts with the rise of capital-intensive originating stations in Ilocos and Bicol, which will be operational by the third quarter of this year.

Total operating expenses for the financial period had a single digit growth to P8.984 billion amid higher costing programs on primetime television, and the station-wide reformatting of Channel 11 from QTV to GMA News TV.

Total programming hours of in-house produced programs aired both on GMA Channel 7 and GMA News TV substantially hiked from 2010 to 2011, causing an 11-percent growth in production costs across all business segments to P5.105 billion. The aforementioned programming mix for Channel 11 drove down the amortization of program rights.


The four-percent rise in general and administrative expenses came mostly from the growth in personnel costs aligned with bonuses and merit increases to sustain competitiveness of compensation packages.

The year ended with earnings before income, taxes, depreciation, and amortization of P3.090 billion, and net income after tax of P1.715 billion.

The Company announced the release of cash dividends amounting to P1.944 billion at P0.40 per share, equivalent to 114 percent of its full 2011 net income. Payout date is on May 9, 2012.

The Company is poised to deliver better business performance in the new financial cycle. GMA used the 2011 drop in ad spend as an opportunity to strengthen its product and programming as reflected in its permanent standing as the nationwide ratings leader. This makes GMA an even stronger contender for a bigger share in the advertising pie as the industry recovers at the onset of 2012. As early as end-February this year, the GMA marketing group already closed 85 percent of 2012 sales targets with signed agreements from regular advertisers.

In both traditional and new media, GMA continues to be the Filipinos’ preferred source of news and entertainment.

With the recent launch of the Company’s umbrella site, www.gmanetwork.com, its online audience can access news, entertainment, and public service right at their finger tips anywhere.

The flagship international channel GPTV also made its mobile television service available to Filipinos in the Middle East. The service had 4,600 subscriptions in two months since its launch in September of last year.

The go-to portal for timely information, www.gmanews.tv, enlarged the presence of television content from GMA News and Public Affairs. The site has a lead of more than 200,000 followers over closest competitor ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC) on Twitter, and a similar lead over ABS-CBN News on Facebook.

On television, GMA kept a significant 3.1-point lead in household audience share over ABS-CBN and a whopping 18.6-point lead over TV5 in National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM) in the previous year.

This is according to broadcast industry’s recognized ratings service provider Nielsen TV Audience Measurement.

GMA’s established presence in the country’s key viewer hubs, Total Urban Luzon and Mega Manila, which respectively comprise 77 percent and 59 percent of total television households nationwide, is reflected in the Network’s yearlong double-digit margins over competitors.

The Nielsen TV Audience Measurement used by GMA is also used by 21 companies including two other local networks, namely, TV5 and Solar Entertainment; Faulkner Media; CBN Asia; 14 advertising agencies and three regional clients. On the other hand, ABS-CBN is the only local major TV network reportedly subscribing to Kantar Media, formerly known as TNS.

In Mega Manila alone, the Nielsen TV Audience Measurement has a sample size of 1,190 homes as compared to Kantar Media’s 770 homes. Nationwide, Nielsen has a total sample size of 2,000 homes compared to the lower sample size of 1,370 utilized by Kantar Media.

GMA Films partnered with US Film Distributor Freestyle Releasing for The Road’s theatrical release in the US next month, making history as the first ever Filipino film to be distributed commercially in North America and Canada.

 
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