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Michael Jackson Pepsi Commercial Accident Footage; Pepsi Condemned the Released of the Video

2009-07-18T11:43:00.007+08:00

The previously unseen footage of Michael Jackson's Pepsi commercial shooting in the '80s where poor Michael's hair catches on fire is getting a lot of buzz on the internet.

And the folks at Pepsi are now firing back, as they feel it was highly inappropriate.

Pepsi spokeswoman Nicole Bradley released the following statement:

"We don't know how the footage became available. Twenty-five years later, we’d question why anyone would want to share such frightening images. It was a terrifying event that we'll never forget. We were grateful for Michael's recovery and for the chance to continue working with him on a number of successful projects. As for Michael as an artist, his music helped us define a generation and, like everyone else, we’re deeply saddened by his passing."

As far as attempting to retract the footage from the Internet, Bradley confesses that the footage may not even be owned by Pepsi and therefore, they have no rights to it: "We don't know what that footage is. It's 25 years ago. We don’t know who owns it, so we have no recourse as far as I know. I can only tell you what I know. We didn't put it up and we don't know where it came from."

Dingdong Dantes Launches "The Dingdong Dantes Experience" Album

2009-07-18T10:55:00.004+08:00

Hunk actor Dingdong Dantes is adding another feather to his craft. Yes, he signed an exclusive recording contract at Universal Records Philippines and is now ready to launch to his "The Dingdong Dantes Experience" album tomorrow, July 19 in GMA 7’s S.O.P.

"The Dingdong Dantes Experience" is an audio and visual project conceived by Universal Records. It's not just the first project Dingdong Dantes has with a record label, but also the first for any local celebrity to release such an exciting concept.

The Visual includes:

* Mini Coffee Table Book/Scrapbook - contains beautifully photographed Dingdong Dantes images that showcases the serious, the playful and the sexy sides of Dingdong. These exclusive photos are only available in this book and has never been published elsewhere. Also included are some behind the scenes pictures taken during his music video shoots.

* DVD - featuring 4 Dingdong Dantes music videos shot by topnotch music video & commercial directors like:

Louie Ignacio - Cucu (Oh Yeah)
Rico Gutierrez and Shoti Benares - I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)
Adrian Calumpang - Shining Star
Treb Monteros - Tender Love

The Audio side is a CD containing 6 international hits (ranges from Rn'B, hip hop, club hits and tender ballad) personally selected by Dingdong Dantes. four of them are:

* I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho) by Pitbull
* Shining Star by Get Far
* Tender Love by Jordan Knight
* Cucu (Oh Yeah) by Miguel Fernadez

"The Dingdong Dantes Experience" is available in 2 formats - Book+DVD+CD and VCD+CD. And is being released by Universal Records.

Cindy Kurleto Covers UNO Magazine July 2009 Issue

2009-07-17T01:20:00.004+08:00

Comebacking actress, model and VJ Cindy Kurleto bares herself on the cover of UNO Magazine July 2009 issue.

UNO Magazine is now available in all magazine and newsstands nationwide.

ABS-CBN Ruled the Top 30 Programs of AGB Total Urban Luzon TV Ratings from June 28-July 4

2009-07-17T01:06:00.006+08:00

ABS-CBN's primetime trio "Tayong Dalawa", "May Bukas Pa", and "Only You" snatched the Top 3 spots from erstwhile leaders "Zorro" and "Totoy Bato" in Urban Luzon’s Top 30 programs from June 28 to July 4, 2009 according to AGB Nielsen.

Here are the Top 30 programs from June 24 to July 4, 2009 based on the survey of AGB Nielsen Philippines among Total Urban Luzon TV households:

1. Tayong Dalawa (ABS-CBN) - 30.8%
2. May Bukas Pa (ABS-CBN) - 30.3%
3. Only You (ABS-CBN) - 29.1%
4. Zorro (GMA-7) - 28.6%
5. Totoy Bato (GMA-7) - 27.4%
6. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 26.9%
7. Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (GMA-7) - 26%
8. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) - 25.3%
9. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 23.5%
10-11. Adik Sa ‘Yo (GMA-7) - 22.5% tied with Mel & Joey (GMA-7) - 22.5%
12. Rated K (ABS-CBN) - 22.3%
13. Imbestigador (GMA-7) - 21.9%
14. Talentadong Pinoy (TV5) - 21.5%
15. Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) - 21.3%
16. All Star K (GMA-7) - 21.2%
17. Boys Over Flowers (ABS-CBN) - 20.8%
18. Kap’s Amazing Stories (GMA-7) - 20.6%
19. Bitoy’s Funniest Videos (GMA-7) - 20.4%
20. Kung Aagawin Mo ang Lahat Sa Akin (GMA-7) - 20.3%
21. All My Life (GMA-7) - 19.8%
22. XXX (ABS-CBN) - 19.4%
23. Power of 10 (GMA-7) - 19.3%
24. The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) - 18.7%
25-26. Sharon (ABS-CBN) - 18.6% tied with The Wedding (ABS-CBN) - 18.6%
27. Ngayon at Kailanman (GMA-7) - 18.4%
28. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 17.9%
29. Cinema FPJ: Batas Ng .45 (ABS-CBN) - 17.7%
30. Kambal Sa Uma (ABS-CBN) - 17.2%

Source: AGB Nielsen Phils.

Star Cinema's Villa Estrella Earns P21.5 Million on its 1st Week in Mega Manila

2009-07-17T00:59:00.004+08:00

Star Cinema's latest horror flick 'Villa Estrella' placed no. 3 at the box-office on its first week of showing.

Capturing the top spot for the second week in a row is the Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, who happens to be the biggest movie of the year so far. Transformers raked in P289.7 million on its second week in Mega Manila alone. Nationwide, it has surpassed the P300 million mark making it the biggest movie in Philippine box-office for the year and the 2nd biggest movie in the Philippines for all time (next to Spider Man 3).

Debuting at no. 2 in Mega Manila box office is Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs. The animated feature has grossed P36.6 million on its first weekend run.

The local horror movie Villa Estrella is at no. 3 with its first weekend gross of P21.5 million in Mega Manila.

TOP 5 MOVIES IN MEGA MANILA
(Note that Mega Manila comprises of more than 60% of the total nationwide box office)

Weekend of July 1-5, 2009:

1. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen - P78.62M
(2 weeks total: P289.7 million)

2. Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs - P36.6M

3. Villa Estrella - P21.5M

4. Drag Me To Hell - P1.48M
(5 weeks total: P50.1 million)

5. The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 - P0.78M
(2 weeks total: P23.9 million)

TOP 10 PINOY MOVIES OF 2009

As of July 5, 2009:

1. You Changed My Life - P230.44 million
(Star Cinema and VIVA Films)

2. Bestfriends Forever (BFF) - P107.6 million
(Star Cinema)

3. Tenement 2 - P86.45 million
(Star Cinema)

4. Love Me Again: Land Down Under - P66.8 million
(Star Cinema)

5. When I Met U - P65.7 million
(GMA Films)

6. Sundo - P50.08 million
(GMA Films)

7. Villa Estrella - P21.5 million **
(Star Cinema)

8. Status Single - P11.47 million
(VIVA Films)

9. Ded Na Si Lolo - P6.14 million
(APT Entertainment)

10. Sumpa - P272,168
(Yellow Media Productions)

** still showing

AGB Mega Manila TV Ratings (July 11-12): TV5's Talentadong Pinoy Hits No. 1 For The 1st Time

2009-07-17T00:46:00.006+08:00

For the first time in the history of GMA and ABS-CBN-2 ruled TV ratings, a TV5 program grabbed the no. 1 slot in the primetime race.

Talentadong Pinoy, hosted by Ryan Agoncillo, was able to beat GMA’s Kapuso Mo, Jessica Sojo to top the the primetime race last Saturday. The reality talent show registered 26.2% while its rival shows Are You The Next Big Star (GMA) received 18% and The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) got 16.5% according to AGB Nielsen Philippines.

Two other TV5 programs entered the Top 10. Midnight DJ took the 9th slot while Who Wants To Be A Millionaire captured the 10th slot.

Here are the Top 10 programs from July 11 to 12, 2009 based on the survey of AGB Nielsen Philippines among Mega Manila TV households:

July 11, Saturday

Daytime:
1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 28.8%
2. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 18%
3. Joey’s Quirky World (GMA-7) - 17.1%
4. Cinema FPJ: Da King on ABS-CBN (ABS-CBN) - 15.4%
5. Wish Ko Lang (GMA-7) - 14.2%
6. Spongebob Squarepants (TV5) - 12%
7. Startalk (GMA-7) - 11.4%
8. Bakugan Battle Brawlers (GMA-7) / Batang Bibbo (GMA-7) / Art Angel (GMA-7) / Maynila (GMA-7) - 10.9%
9. Black Jack (GMA-7) - 9.4%
10. Entertainment Live (ABS-CBN) - 9.3%

Primetime:
1. Talentadong Pinoy (TV5) - 26.2%
2. Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (GMA-7) - 25.3%
3. Imbestigador (GMA-7) - 23.5%
4. Bitoy’s Funniest Videos (GMA-7) - 23%
5. XXX (ABS-CBN) - 20.9%
6. Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) - 20.6%
7. Are You The Next Big Star? (GMA-7) - 18%
8. Pinoy Records (GMA-7) / The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) - 16.5%
9. Midnight DJ (TV5) - 16.2%
10. Who Wants To Be A Millionaire (TV5) - 13.9%

July 12, Sunday

Daytime:
1. SOP (GMA-7) - 16.4%
2. ASAP ‘09 (ABS-CBN) - 15.1%
3. Joey’s Quirky World (GMA-7) - 12.6%
4. Jollitown (GMA-7)- 12.4%
5. Matanglawin (ABS-CBN) - 12.3%
6. Showbiz Central (GMA-7) - 12%
7. Dear Friend: Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay (GMA-7) - 11%
8. Your Song Presents Gaano Kita Kamahal (ABS-CBN) - 10.1%
9. The Buzz (ABS-CBN) - 9.6%
10. Spongebob Squarepants (TV5) - 9.5%

Primetime:
1. Rated K (ABS-CBN) - 24.7%
2. Mel & Joey (GMA-7) - 23.3%
3. Rosalinda: First Week, First Love (GMA-7) - 20.3%
4. Sharon (ABS-CBN) - 20.2%
5. Kap’s Amazing Stories (GMA-7) - 18.8%
6. The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) - 18.3%
7. George and Cecil (ABS-CBN) - 17.7%
8. Power of 10 (GMA-7) - 16.6%
9. Sunday’s Best: Michael Jackson 30th Anniversary (ABS-CBN) - 15.3%
10. TV Patrol Linggo (ABS-CBN) - 14.3%

Source: AGB Nielsen Phils.

May Bukas Pa and Zorro Lead the Top 30 Programs of AGB Total Urban Luzon TV Ratings from June 7-27

2009-07-13T21:13:00.005+08:00

AGB Nielsen Philippines has released its list of the weekly Top 30 programs from June 7 to 27 as resulted in the survey made among Total Urban Luzon TV households.

Kapamilya's drama program "May Bukas Pa" topped the survey for the June 7-13 and June 21-27 periods, while Kapuso's action-fantaserye "Zorro" came on top for the June 14-20 period.

For the June 7-13 period, 18 out of the Top 30 programs were from GMA-7, while 11 were from ABS-CBN and one from TV5. For the June 14-20 and June 21-27 periods, 17 were from the GMA-7, 12 were from ABS-CBN, and one from TV5.

In terms of channel rating and audience share, GMA-7 was slightly ahead over ABS-CBN.

For the June 7-13 period, the Kapuso network had an average household rating of 16.1 percent versus Kapamilya network's 14.5 percent, or a 1.6 percent difference. GMA-7 had an average audience share of 38.2 percent against ABS-CBN's 34.3 percent, or a 3.9 percent difference.

For the June 14-20 period, GMA-7 had an average household rating of 16.5 percent versus ABS-CBN's 13.7 percent, or a 2.8 percent difference. The audience rating of GMA-7 was 39.5 percent vs. ABS-CBN's 33 percent, or a difference of 6.5 percent.

Finally, for the June 21-27 period, GMA-7 had an average 16.2 percent household rating compared to ABS-CBN's 14.5 percent, or a 1.7 percent difference. The Kapuso network's audience share was 38.2 percent against the Kapamilya network's 34.3 percent, or a 3.9 percent difference.

Here are the Top 30 programs from June 7 to 27, 2009 based on the survey of AGB Nielsen Philippines among Total Urban Luzon TV households:

June 7-13, 2009

1. May Bukas Pa (ABS-CBN) - 33.1%
2. Only You (ABS-CBN) - 30.9%
3. Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (GMA-7) - 30.8%
4. Zorro (GMA-7) - 30.6%
5. Tayong Dalawa (ABS-CBN) - 30%
6. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 28.1%
7. Totoy Bato (GMA-7) - 27.7%
8. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) - 26.6%
9. Dapat Ka Bang Mahalin? (GMA-7) - 26.3%
10. Rated K (ABS-CBN) - 26.2%
11. Bitoy's Funniest Videos (GMA-7) - 25.5%
12. Imbestigador (GMA-7) - 25%
13. Mel & Joey (GMA-7) - 23.6%
14-15. Adik Sa 'Yo (GMA-7) - 23.2% tied with Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 23.2%
16. Boys Over Flowers (ABS-CBN) - 22.4%
17. Ngayon at Kailanman (GMA-7) - 21.3%
18. Power of 10 (GMA-7) - 20.5%
19. The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) - 19.8%
20. All Star K (GMA-7) - 19.6%
21. Sharon (ABS-CBN) - 19.3%
22. Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) - 19.2%
23-24. Are You The Next Big Star? (GMA-7) - 18.8% tied with Kap's Amazing Stories (GMA-7) - 18.8%
25. Daisy Siete (GMA-7) - 18.7%
26. Talentadong Pinoy (TV5) - 18.6%
27. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 18.3%
28. One Liter of Tears (GMA-7) - 18.2%
29-30. XXX (ABS-CBN) - 16.7% tied with Hole In The Wall (GMA-7) - 16.7%

June 14-20, 2009

1. Zorro (GMA-7) - 30.5%
2. May Bukas Pa (ABS-CBN) - 29.8%
3. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 29.7%
4. Tayong Dalawa (ABS-CBN) - 28.8%
5. Dapat Ka Bang Mahalin? (GMA-7) - 28.6%
6. Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (GMA-7) - 28.3%
7. Only You (ABS-CBN) - 27.6%
8. Totoy Bato (GMA-7) - 26.9%
9. Kap's Amazing Stories (GMA-7) - 26.1%
10. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) - 25.6%
11. Bitoy's Funniest Videos (GMA-7) - 25%
12. Rated K (ABS-CBN) - 24.1%
13. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 23.4%
14. Adik Sa 'Yo (GMA-7) - 23%
15. Boys Over Flowers (ABS-CBN) - 21.1%
16-17. Imbestigador (GMA-7) - 21% tied with Ngayon at Kailanman (GMA-7) - 21%
18. The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) - 20.5%
19. Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) - 19.6%
20. Mel & Joey (GMA-7) - 19.5%
21. Talentadong Pinoy (TV5) - 19.4%
22. One Liter of Tears (GMA-7) - 19.3%
23. Hole In The Wall (GMA-7) - 19.1%
24. Power of 10 (GMA-7) - 18.9%
25-26. Sharon (ABS-CBN) - 18.7% tied with Daisy Siete (GMA-7) - 18.7%
27. George and Cecil (ABS-CBN) - 18.3%
28. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 17.9%
29. XXX (ABS-CBN) - 17.6%
30. Are You The Next Big Star? (GMA-7) - 17.5%

June 21-27, 2009

1. May Bukas Pa (ABS-CBN) - 31.6%
2. Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (GMA-7) - 30.6%
3-4. Zorro (GMA-7) - 30.4% tied with Tayong Dalawa (ABS-CBN) - 30.4%
5. Only You (ABS-CBN) - 29.5%
6. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 28.7%
7. Totoy Bato (GMA-7) - 28%
8. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) - 27.7%
9. Imbestigador (GMA-7) - 25.4%
10. Bitoy's Funniest Videos (GMA-7) - 24.4%
11. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 24.3%
12. Adik Sa 'Yo (GMA-7) - 23.6%
13. Kap's Amazing Stories (GMA-7) - 23.4%
14. Rated K (ABS-CBN) - 22.3%
15. Boys Over Flowers (ABS-CBN) - 21.8%
16. Kung Aagawin Mo ang Lahat Sa Akin (GMA-7) - 21%
17. The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) - 20.5%
18. Mel & Joey (GMA-7) - 20.4%
19. Talentadong Pinoy (TV5) - 20.2%
20. Power of 10 (GMA-7) - 19.8%
21. Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) - 19.7%
22. Ngayon at Kailanman (GMA-7) - 19.4%
23. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 19%
24. Daisy Siete (GMA-7) - 17.6%
25. Hole In the Wall (GMA-7) - 17.4%
26. Are You The Next Big Star? (GMA-7) - 17.2%
27. SOP (GMA-7) - 16.8%
28. Sharon (ABS-CBN) - 16.7%
29. Cinema FPJ: Da King on ABS-CBN "Kapag Puno Na ang Salop" (ABS-CBN) - 16.4%
30. Pinoy Bingo Night (ABS-CBN) - 16.2%

Source: AGB Nielsen Phils.

Manny Pacquiao and Marian Rivera Paired in GMA-7's "Show Me the Manny"

2009-07-13T20:59:00.002+08:00

Ms. Wilma Galvante, SVP for Entertainment TV of GMA-7, revealed that Manny Pacquiao will soon team up with Marian Rivera in the upcoming sitcom "Show Me The Manny".

Mommy Dionisia, Manny's equally famous mom, will also be part of this TV sitcom as confirmed by Pacman itself.

Show Me The Manny is going to be a once a week primetime program that could be put either on a Saturday or Sunday timeslot.

Erik Santos - The Jim Brickman Songbook

2009-07-13T13:12:00.007+08:00

Philippine's Prince of Pop - Erik Santos has just released his latest album "The Jim Brickman Songbook", a collaboration and tribute to world-renowned piano genius Jim Brickman.

Erik Santos: The Jim Brickman Album has 10 tracks with 3 original songs and 7 revivals of Jim Brickman's timeless hits.

Original songs in the album includes:

It’s A Sin to Break A Heart
If I Just Believe
My Love is Here

The 7 of Jim Brickman’s timeless hits are:

By Heart
Valentine
Where’s the Good in Goodbye
Love of My Life
Destiny
The Gift
Your Love

On August 7, Erik Santos: The Jim Brickman Songbook will have its major Asian album release in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Taiwan and Hong Kong.

Watch Erik Santos performs his carrier single "My Love is Here" below:

Aljur Abrenica and Kris Bernal Star in Regal Entertainment's "I’ll Be Waiting For You"

2009-07-12T17:16:00.005+08:00

The phenomenal loveteam of Aljur Abrenica and Kris Bernal will be launch in Regal Entertainment's upcoming movie "I’ll Be Waiting For You".

With a working title "Nandito Ako", I'll Be Waiting For You is under the helm of award-winning director Mary J. delos Reyes and story by Jake Tordesillas who said the script was especially written for Aljur and Kris.

Aljur will play the role of Tata, a simple farmer and half-brother to Baron Geisler who will marry Kris (Stef in the movie).

The movie is being shot in some beautiful places in Bohol like Loboc River, Panglao resorts in Tagbilaran, in world class double A status resort Eskaya, Baclayon Church, and world famous Chocolate Hills.

Members of its cast include Baron Geisler, Ana Capri, Lloyd Samartino, Valeen Montenegro, and Anton Bernardo.

John Lloyd Cruz and Sarah Geronimo - Lucky Me TVC

2009-07-12T17:02:00.004+08:00

Lucky Me is bringing back the box office tandem of John Lloyd Cruz and Sarah Geronimo via their latest television commercial with a theme "He Said, She Said."

Check out John Lloyd Cruz and Sarah Geronimo - Lucky Me TVC below:

Kimmy Dora (Kambal sa Kyeme) - Eugene Domingo's First Starring Role

2009-07-11T12:40:00.005+08:00

Finally, Eugene Domingo is being launched as the next big comedy actress via the movie "Kimmy Dora: Kambal sa Kyeme."

Kapuso hunk Dingdong Dantes will play as Eugene's love interest in this movie produced by Kapamilya hunk Piolo Pascual.

Also starring in the movie are Paolo Contis, Miriam Quiambao, Baron Geisler and Mark Bautista.

Joyce Bernal, the director of the box-office movie "For the First Time" and the top-rating tv series "Marimar" and "Dyesebel", will helm Kimmy Dora.

Kimmy Dora: Kambal sa Kyeme - Full Trailer

Marian Rivera Stars in Horror Suspense Movie "Tarot"

2009-07-11T11:39:00.008+08:00

Marian Rivera leads the cast of Regal Film's upcoming suspense horror movie titled "Tarot".

Tarot centers on Cara (Marian Rivera) who has a unique gift. As a child she was able to predict two deaths in her family by reading her grandmother’s tarot cards. Cara soon realizes that the tarot cards may have unleashed a cursed. And in order to prevent the onslaught of misfortune, Cara must unlock the secret behind the tarot’s deadly powers.

Tarot also stars Dennis Trillo and Roxanne Guinoo. Directed by Jun Lana.

Tarot - Full Trailer

Tarot - Movie Stills

Annabelle Rama Reacts to DOJ's Decision on the Case Filed by Richard Gutierrez Against PEP and Jo-Ann Maglipon

2009-07-09T22:40:00.003+08:00

As expected, Annabelle Rama, mother of actor Richard Gutierrez, expresses her disappointment in the decision made by DOJ to dismissed the case filed Richard against PEP and its Editor-in-Chief Jo-Ann Maglipon for "lack of probable cause."

In an interview made by showbiz columnist Jojo Gabinete, Annabelle lambasted the DOJ's decision and said "Hindi pa tapos ang laban!"

She continues by saying, "Marami ang tumatawag sa akin kahapon [July 8] para interbyuhin ako, pero wala ako sa mood. Ngayon pa lang ako magsasalita dahil nasa mood na ako. Kailangang isulat mo ang lahat ng sasabihin ko para mauna ka dahil ito rin ang sasabihin ko sa mga mag-iinterbyu sa akin bukas. May naglakad sa kaso dahil sa Makati kami nag-file, pero isang araw pa lang ang hearing, biglang nalipat sa DOJ ang kaso. Bakit hindi pinagbigyan ang fiscal ng Makati na maimbestigahan muna niya ang kaso? Wala bang tiwala ang DOJ sa mga prosecutor ng Makati? Bakit kinuha sa Makati ang kaso? Nagulat na lang kami dahil biglang sa DOJ ang hearing. May dumukot sa kaso.

"Sayang ang DOJ Prosecutor na si Sytat [Mary Jane W. Sytat, acting city prosecutor ng Makati City]. Siya ang humawak sa kaso ni Richard. Nagpadala siya sa mga sulsol. Bata pa naman siya. Malayo pa sana ang kanyang mararating. Paano pa siya magiging Justice? Hindi niya ni-review ang kaso dahil kung ni-review niya ang kaso, hindi matatalo si Richard.

"At yung lawyer ng PEP, alam ko na ngayon kung bakit tatawa-tawa siya. Alam niya na madi-dismiss ang kaso dahil nilakad niya. Ayokong banggitin ang pangalan niya. Basta, malaki ang kanyang mata at malalaki ang litid niya sa leeg!

"First round pa lang 'yan. Mag-enjoy sila. Hindi pa tapos ang laban! Sure winner si Richard dahil umamin ang PEP sa kanilang pagkakamali. First round pa lang 'yan. Mag-enjoy sila. Hindi pa tapos ang laban dahil kakampi ko ang Diyos!"

The fiery Annabelle also said that his son Richard is now leaving the case to the hands of his legal counsel Atty. Angelica Y. Santiago.

Editor-in-Chief Jo-Ann Maglipon and PEP Win the P25-Million Libel Case Filed Against Them by Richard Gutierrez

2009-07-09T22:25:00.006+08:00

Jo-Ann Maglipon and Philippine Entertainment Portal (PEP) have won its fight against a libel suit filed by actor Richard Gutierrez. The Department of Justice (DOJ) dismissed the case for "lack of probable cause."

It can be recalled that Richard filed a libel suit against PEP, specifically its editor-in-chief Jo-Ann Maglipon, managing editor Karen Pagsolingan, and staff writer Bong Godinez, at the Makati Prosecutor's Office last April 13 and later transferred to the DOJ because of an article posted in PEP on March 29 saying that Richard had an alleged altercation with Michael Flores at the birthday party of Zorro director Mark Reyes in Oceana restaurant on March 28.

The DOJ resolution was received by the legal counsel of PEP, Atty. Sandy Coronel of the Yorac Arroyo Chua Caedo & Coronel Law Firm, at 9:10 a.m. today, July 9.

The DOJ Resolution reads in full:

"For resolution is the complaint filed by Richard R. Gutierrez against respondent Jo-Ann Q. Maglipon, Karen A. Pagsolingan and Ferdinand "Bong" Godinez for violation of Article 353 of the Revised Penal Code [libel].

"Complainant Richard Gutierrez alleges that he is a show business personality currently playing the lead role in GMA 7's teleserye "Zorro," and that he is also a commercial endorser of various products such as Bench, Emperador Brandy, Flawless, Globe Telecoms, Metathione and Unique Toothpaste, to name a few.

"Respondents Jo-Ann Q. Maglipon, Karen A. Pagsolingan and Ferdinand "Bong" Godinez are the editor-in-chief, managing editor and staff writer of' the website Philippine Entertainment Portal (www.pep.ph or "PEP" for brevity), respectively. www.pep.ph is an interactive website that features the latest news and events in Philippine show business. It caters to readers who are interested to know what is happening in show business and its readers want to be continuously updated about the latest news involving celebrities.

"On March 28, 2009, at or about 9:30 pm, complainant attended the birthday party of Direk Mark Reyes at the Oceana Restaurant, Seaside Boulevard, Pasay City, together with his twin brother, Raymond R. Gutierrez and Bubbles Paraiso. This party was attended by other show business personalities, including the cast of "Zorro," namely: Joel Torre, Epy Quizon, Leo Martinez, Michelle Madrigal, and former mainstays of the show "TGIS," namely: Bobby Andrews, Dingdong Dantes and Michael Flores.

"On March 29, 2009, at or about 2:00 am, complainant, along with his "Zorro" co-stars left the party and proceeded to his residence in Dasmariñas Village, Makati City. In the afternoon of the same day, complainant learned through his mother, Ms. Anabelle Rama-Gutierrez, that an article about an alleged incident in the parking lot of the Oceana Restaurant was uploaded and published on www.pep.ph involving him and Michael Flores. The article reads, and thereinafter quoted:

PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal) received reports alleging that Zorro star, Richard Gutierrez, and former TGIS mainstay, Michael Flores, got into a heated altercation at around midnight, March 29, at the parking lot of the Oceana restaurant located at the Seaside Boulevard in Pasay City.

The two actors were reportedly on their way home after attending the 40th birthday party of director Mark Reyes.

Sources claim that the squabble was marred with heated words being exchanged by both parties and a gun-toting incident. It was still unclear, however, whether the gun belongs to Richard or Michael. Epy Quizon, son of Comedy King, Dolphy, was also reportedly involved in the fracas.

PEP—who caught sight of Richard leaving the event together with Bubbles Paraiso and Michelle Madrigal—at press time, is still investigating the said incident.

"On March 30, 2009, PEP, through respondent Maglipon, published or uploaded a letter on their website admitting the publication of the story. Complainant vehemently denies being involved in the so-called "heated altercation," "squabble," "gun-toting incident," or "fracas" with Michael Flores, or with anyone during the party, or at anytime between March 28 to 29, 2009. Such article is a complete falsehood, a mere fabrication and only a product of respondent's imagination. Through the article, respondents made it appear that complainant is a troublemaker, a very discreditable condition considering his stature as a primetime actor and product endorser. PEP or respondents divulged his identity; and the publication of the discreditable article was attended with malice. Having known him and his family, PEP or respondents, could have easily verified the story, but they did not. In fact, it was complainant's mother who informed respondent Maglipon about the false and malicious article; hence, this complaint for libel.

"Complainant presented affidavits of witnesses Pilar Angela D. Paraiso, a.k.a. Bubbles Paraiso, Marciano Arcega Reyes, a.k.a. Direk Mark Reyes, and Michael John M. Flores, a.k.a. Michael Flores, to support his averments particularly the non-existence of the alleged "heated altercation," "squabble," "gun-toting incident," or "fracas" with Michael Flores.

"Respondent Jo-Ann Q. Maglipon, in her counter-affidavit, avers that she is the editor-in-chief of www.pep.ph or PEP. She vehemently denies any involvement, role or participation in the alleged publication complained as she is neither connected nor affiliated with the website www.celebritypulp.com where the questioned article was purportedly published; therefore, she cannot be held liable for the questioned article appearing thereat. She contends that by virtue of complainant's being a movie and television personality cum multi-product endorser, complainant is undeniably a public figure, i.e. someone who has himself actively solicited the adulation of the public and consequently arrived, at a position where public attention is focused on him as a person. Even complainant's mother refers to him as the "number one contract star" of GMA, one of the biggest media network in the country. Undoubtedly, complainant is a celebrity—a public figure. Public figures are deemed to have lost, to some extent, their right to privacy. Movie and television celebrities, such as complainant, enjoy less privacy than private citizens mainly because they themselves sought publicity and consented to it. Thus, showbiz should not be allowed to complain when they in fact receive the publicity they solicited because being such celebrities, their personalities, affairs, acts and conduct become matters of public interest and could no longer be regarded as their private business. Further, members of the press have a protected right under the Constitution, to inform the public about developments involving those celebrities, who have become legitimate matters of public interest. The reported altercation or exchange of heated words and gun-toting incident of celebrities is a matter of public interest, a story of particular fascination to the readers of www.pep.ph. It is a matter proper subject of media reportage.

"In their joint counter-affidavit, respondents Karen A. Pagsolingan and Ferdinand "Bong" Godinez avers that they are the managing editor and staff writer of www.pep.ph or PEP, respectively. They are being sued for the article entitled "Instant Classic: Richard Gutierrez reportedly involved in a heated squabble with Micahel Flores," which was published in the website www.celebritypulp.com. Not having any affinity with the publisher of www.celebritypulp.com, they cannot be made liable for the questioned article that appeared thereat. They allege that read in its entirely, the article did not impute any discreditable act or condition to any person, much less to complainant. The article in no way made it appear that he or any of the celebrities with him are troublemakers. Further, there is nothing discreditable in the words "heated altercation," "squabble," "gun-toting incident" and "fracas." They claim that the words used in the article cannot validly be taken out of context and arbitrarily interpreted in order to support a person's claim for libel. The said article never identified or pointed to complainant as the person who supposedly toted the gun.

"On the other hand, in his reply-affidavit, complainant contends that the existence and publication of the subject article is beyond question, as per the admission of respondents. Despite the removal of said article online, the damage to his reputation has been done. He alleges further that malice attended the publication of the subject article because respondents had knowledge of the falsity of their story. The words employed in said article, taken as a whole, strongly imply or suggest to a reader of ordinary intelligence that a deadly weapon was used in an incident involving him, which negatively affects, if not directly assails, his wholesome public image. Jeffrey Smith Quizon, a.k.a. Epy Quizon and Leon G. Martinez, a.k.a. Leo Martinez corroborated complainant's claim that no such "heated altercation" "squabble," "gun-toting-incident," or "fracas" happened between him and Michael Flores.

"At the outset, it bears to stress that the truth or falsity of the alleged libelous statements in the subject article is not the issue in the instant case, as the same can only be threshed out in a full-blown trial. The issue in the instant case is whether or not the facts and allegations therein presented by the parties are sufficient to engender a well-founded belief that the crime of libel has been committed, and that respondents are probably guilty thereof and should be placed on trial therefor.

"Libel, as defined under the Revised Penal Code, is a public and malicious imputation of a crime, or of a vice or defect, real or imaginary, or any act, omission, condition, status or circumstance tending to cause the dishonor, discredit, or contempt of a natural or judicial person, or to blacken the memory of one who is dead. Thus, the elements of libel are: (a) imputation of a discreditable act or condition to another; (b) publication of the imputation; (c) identity of the person defamed; and (d) existence of malice.

"Although elements (b) and (c) may appear to be present in the subject article, elements (a) and (d) was not sufficiently established.

Source: PEP

Piolo Pascual's "Manila" Showing in Selected Cinemas Starting July 22

2009-07-08T22:37:00.006+08:00

Piolo Pascual's first co-produced independent film "Manila" will have its regular screening starting July 22, 2009 at selected cinemas nationwide.

Piolo also topbills this two-part indie film inspired by Ishmael Bernal's 1980 film Manila by Night and Lino Brocka's 1979 film Jaguar. It is divided into a "Day" and "Night" episode directed by Raya Martin and Adolfo Alix, Jr., respectively.

Manila was first exhibited at the 61st Cannes Film Festival and the 31st Moscow International Film Festival and there are other 6 more international film festival invitations for the film according to Piolo.

Now, Filipinos will finally have the chance to watch this black-and-white film at the following theaters, released by Star Cinema: SM North Edsa, SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia, SM Manila, SM Fairview, Robinsons Ermita, Robinsons Galleria, Gateway, Trinoma, Glorietta 4, Sta. Lucia, SM Davao, SM Cebu, SM Pampanga, and SM Taytay.

A MJM Production and Bicycle Pictures production, Manila also stars Rosanna Roces, Jay Manalo, Alessandra de Rossi, Baron Geisler, Iza Calzado, Angelica Panganiban, Jiro Manio, William Martinez, Anita Linda, Marissa Delgado, Menggie Cobarrubias, John Lapus, Katherine Luna, Aleck Bovick, and Jon Avila.

"Astig" is Dennis Trillo's Most Daring Movie Ever

2009-07-08T22:20:00.005+08:00

"I think this is the most daring movie and the bravest role I’ve ever done!" says Dennis Trillo of his character in his latest movie titled 'Astig'.

"I’m a typical kanto boy (street bum) from Recto, Manila na manggagantso...manloloko." he added.

Also according to Dennis, this movie will show him having bed encounters with several women in quick succession during the first few scenes.

Astig is an episodic tale of four young men whose stories parallels and contrasts with the landmarks and various images of Manila: The Distinguished and Ever Loyal City.

The movie also stars Edgar Allan De Guzman, Arnold Reyes, Sid Lucero and Glaiza de Castro. It is also the first directorial job of TV director GB Sampedro and the first film produced by ABS-CBN showbiz oriented talk show host Boy Abunda.

Astig - Full Trailer:

TNS National TV Ratings (July 3-6): Only You and Tayong Dalawa Win Over Rosalinda in the Ratings

2009-07-07T20:16:00.004+08:00

Kapamilya shows remained unshaken by the entry of Kapuso's newest teleserye, Rosalinda, in the primetime race last July 6.

Rosalinda, which stars the new tandem of Carla Abellana and Geoff Eigenmann, posted a rating of 23.1 percent on its debut to place seventh in the primetime race.

Rosalinda, which ran for almost an hour during its premiere episode went up against ABS-CBN's Only You and Tayong Dalawa, which came in at No. 3 and No. 4, respectively, by virtue of their 34.7 percent and 33.5 percent ratings.

May Bukas Pa was the overall leader with 39.5 percent, followed by TV Patrol World with 35.2 percent.

The other slots were occupied by the following programs: Boys Over Flowers (No. 5), Zorro (No. 6), 24 Oras (No. 8), Adik Sa 'Yo (No. 9), and The Wedding (No. 10).

Here are the Top 10 Daytime and Primetime programs from July 3 to 6 based on the overnight ratings of Taylor Nelson Sofres (TNS) among national households:

July 3, Friday

Daytime:
1. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 25.1%
2. Kambal Sa Uma (ABS-CBN) - 23.6%
3. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 17.7%
4. Kung Aagawin Mo ang Lahat Sa Akin (GMA-7) - 16.8%
5. Ngayon at Kailanman (GMA-7) - 15.8%
6. Precious Hearts Romances Presents Bud Brothers (ABS-CBN) - 15.6%
7. Love Or Bread (ABS-CBN) - 15.2%
8. Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) - 14.5%
9. Naruto Shippuuden (ABS-CBN) - 14.4%
10. Daisy Siete: Kambalilong (GMA-7) - 14.1%

Primetime:
1. May Bukas Pa (ABS-CBN) - 37.6%
2. Only You (ABS-CBN) / Tayong Dalawa (ABS-CBN) - 35.3%
3. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) - 32.5%
4. Boys Over Flowers (ABS-CBN) - 27.7%
5. Zorro (GMA-7) - 24.5%
6. Totoy Bato (GMA-7) - 24.2%
7. Adik Sa ‘Yo (GMA-7) - 23.1%
8. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 22.1%
9. The Wedding (ABS-CBN) - 22%
10. Cruel Love (GMA-7) - 17%

July 4, Saturday

Daytime:
1. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 24.4%
2. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 20.6%
3. Cinema FPJ: Da King on ABS-CBN (ABS-CBN) - 20%
4. Entertainment Live (ABS-CBN) - 12.8%
5. Joey's Quirky World (GMA-7) / Wish Ko Lang (GMA-7) - 11.8%
6. Startalk (GMA-7) - 11.4%
7. Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) - 11.1%
8. Bakugan Battle Brawlers (GMA-7) - 11%
9. Black Jack (GMA-7) - 10%
10. Batang Bibbo (GMA-7) - 9.9%

Primetime:
1. Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) - 30.5%
2. The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) - 27.9%
3. XXX (ABS-CBN) - 24.4%
4. Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (GMA-7) - 22.4%
5. Komiks Presents Nasaan Ka Maruja (ABS-CBN) - 20.4%
6. Imbestigador (GMA-7) - 20.1%
7. Bitoy's Funniest Videos (GMA-7) - 19.3%
8. Are You The Next Big Star? (GMA-7) -14.7%
9. Banana Split (ABS-CBN) - 12.7 %
10. Pinoy Records (GMA-7) - 12.5%

July 5, Sunday

Daytime:
1. ASAP ‘09 (GMA-7) - 19.3%
2. Your Song Presents: Gaano Kita Kamahal (ABS-CBN) - 18.8%
3. The Buzz (ABS-CBN) - 16.2%
4. Matanglawin (ABS-CBN) - 14%
5. SOP (GMA-7) - 12%
6. Showbiz Central (GMA-7) - 10.2%
7. Jollitown (GMA-7) - 9.6%
8. Black Jack (GMA-7) - 9.4%
9. Hana Kimi Crazy In Love Again (ABS-CBN) - 9.3%
10. Joey's Quirky World (GMA-7) - 8.9%

Primetime:
1. Rated K (ABS-CBN) - 31%
2. The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) - 28.3%
3. Sharon (ABS-CBN) - 23.2%
4. Goin' Bulilit (ABS-CBN) - 19.2%
5. Kap's Amazing Stories (GMA-7) - 17.8%
6. George and Cecil (ABS-CBN) - 16.5%
7. All Star K (GMA-7) - 16.3%
8. Mel & Joey (GMA-7) - 15.4%
9. Power of 10 (GMA-7) - 14.7%
10. Ful Haus (GMA-7) - 13.7%

July 6, Monday

Daytime:
1. Kambal Sa Uma (ABS-CBN) - 25.5%
2. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 25%
3. Precious Hearts Romances Presents Bud Brothers (ABS-CBN) - 20.1%
4. Maria de Jesus: Ang Anghel sa Lansangan (ABS-CBN) - 17.3%
5. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 16.8%
6. Mr. Bean (ABS-CBN) - 16.4%
7. Love Or Bread (ABS-CBN) - 15.8%
8. Naruto Shippuuden (ABS-CBN) - 15.3%
9. Kung Aagawin Mo ang Lahat Sa Akin (GMA-7) - 14.6%
10. Ngayon at Kailanman (GMA-7) - 14.5%

Primetime:
1. May Bukas Pa (ABS-CBN) - 39.5%
2. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) - 35.2%
3. Only You (ABS-CBN) - 34.7%
4. Tayong Dalawa (ABS-CBN) - 33.5%
5. Boys Over Flowers (ABS-CBN) - 28.4%
6. Zorro (GMA-7) - 25.3%
7. Rosalinda (GMA-7) - 23.1%
8. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 22.8%
9. Adik Sa ‘Yo (GMA-7) - 20.5%
10. The Wedding (ABS-CBN) - 19.6%

Source: TNS via PEP

AGB Mega Manila TV Ratings (July 3-6): Rosalinda Failed to Make an Impressive Start in the Ratings

2009-07-07T20:07:00.003+08:00

Many have high expectations for the latest primetime series of GMA-7, the local adaptation of the hit Mexicanovela Rosalinda. When the original Mexicanovela series was aired on ABS-CBN, it became one of the highest-rated shows ever.

Now, in the local version of Rosalinda, the new tandem of Carla Abellana and Geoff Eigenmann take on the roles of the title character and Fernando Jose, played originally by Thalia and Fernando Carrillo.

Rosalinda premiered on Philippine television last night, July 6, with a modest 26.3 percent to rank sixth in the primetime race. This output is relatively lower compared to the pilot episodes of the Kapuso network's high-profile primetime shows; like Mulawin (33 percent), Encantadia (40 percent), Darna (47.1 percent), Captain Barbell (37.5 percent), Marimar (36.6 percent), and Dyesebel (44.9 percent).

Rosalinda's premiere episode, which ran for almost an hour, was pitted against ABS-CBN's Only You and Tayong Dalawa. Both Kapamilya programs rated higher than the new Kapuso show. But hopes are still high for Rosalinda to improve its rating as the show progresses.

GMA-7 regained the top spot in the primetime race, thanks to 24 Oras, which generated a 32.3 percent rating. ABS-CBN's Tayong Dalawa was a close second with 31.7 percent.

These were followed by Zorro (31.1 percent), May Bukas Pa (29.4 percent), and Only You (27.5 percent) to complete the Top 5.

The rest of the Top 10 was taken by the following shows: All My Life (23.5 percent), TV Patrol World (23.4 percent), Adik Sa 'Yo (23 percent), and Boys Over Flowers (21.9 percent).

Rosalinda replaced the timeslot of Totoy Bato, which ended last Friday, July 3. The last episode of the Robin Padilla action series topped the primetime race with 30.4 percent, followed by Tayong Dalawa (29 percent), Adik Sa 'Yo (28.3 percent), Zorro (28 percent), and May Bukas Pa (27.7 percent).

Here are the Top 10 Daytime and Primetime programs from July 3 to 6 based on the overnight survey of AGB Nielsen Philippines among Mega Manila households:

July 3, Friday

Daytime:
1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 28.3%
2. Kung Aagawin Mo ang Lahat Sa Akin (GMA-7) - 20.8%
3. Ngayon at Kailanman (GMA-7) - 19.5%
4. Daisy Siete (GMA-7) - 18.8%
5. Kambal Sa Uma (ABS-CBN) - 17.9%
6. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 17.1%
7. Hole In The Wall (GMA-7) - 16.1%
8. Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) - 12.9%
9. Lalola (GMA-7) - 12.4%
10. Precious Hearts Romances Presents Bud Brothers (GMA-7) - 12%

Primetime:
1. Totoy Bato (GMA-7) - 30.4%
2. Tayong Dalawa (ABS-CBN) - 29%
3. Adik Sa ‘Yo (GMA-7) - 28.2%
4. Zorro (GMA-7) - 28%
5. May Bukas Pa (ABS-CBN) - 27.7%
6. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) - 25%
7. Only You (ABS-CBN) - 24.1%
8. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 23.5%
9. The Wedding (ABS-CBN) - 21.6%
10. Boys Over Flowers (ABS-CBN) - 21.4%

July 4, Saturday

Daytime:
1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 28.4%
2. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 16.1%
3. Cinema FPJ: Da King on ABS-CBN (ABS-CBN) - 15.8%
4. Joey's Quirky World (GMA-7) - 15.5%
5. Bakugan Battle Brawlers (GMA-7) / Startalk (GMA-7) - 12.4%
6. Batang Bibbo (GMA-7) - 12%
7. Wish Ko Lang (GMA-7) - 11.6%
8. Black Jack (GMA-7) - 11.4%
9. Entertainment Live (ABS-CBN) - 11.1%
10. Maynila (GMA-7) - 11%

Primetime:
1. Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (GMA-7) - 27.8%
2. Imbestigador (GMA-7) - 25.8%
3. Talentadong Pinoy (TV5) - 24.6%
4. Bitoy's Funniest Videos (GMA-7) - 20.7%
5. XXX (ABS-CBN) - 20%
6. Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) - 18.4%
7. Midnight DJ (TV5) - 17.5%
8. The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) - 16.3%
9. Pinoy Records (GMA-7) - 15.7%
10. Are You The Next Big Star? (GMA-7) / Banana Split (ABS-CBN) - 15.2%

July 5, Sunday

Daytime:
1. SOP (GMA-7) - 16.5%
2. ASAP ‘09 (ABS-CBN) - 15.7%
3. The Buzz (ABS-CBN) - 15.2%
4. Showbiz Central (GMA-7) - 13.7%
5. Your Song Presents Gaano Kita Kamahal (ABS-CBN) - 13.2%
6. Dear Friend: Bakasyunista (GMA-7) - 12%
7. Matanglawin (ABS-CBN) - 11.7%
8. Joey's Quirky World (GMA-7) - 11.3%
9. Jollitown (GMA-7)- 10.5%
10. Spongebob Squarepants (TV5) - 9.8%

Primetime:
1. Mel & Joey (GMA-7) - 22.1%
2. All Star K (GMA-7) - 21.3%
3. Rated K (ABS-CBN) - 21.2%
4. Kap's Amazing Stories (GMA-7) - 20.8%
5. The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) - 20.2%
6. Sharon (ABS-CBN) - 19%
7. Power of 10 (GMA-7) - 18.4%
8. George and Cecil (ABS-CBN) - 17%
9. Ful Haus (GMA-7) - 16.5%
10. Goin' Bulilit (ABS-CBN) - 15%

July 6, Monday

Daytime:
1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 24.6%
2. Kung Aagawin Mo ang Lahat Sa Akin (GMA-7) - 20%
3. Ngayon at Kailanman (GMA-7) - 18.5%
4. Daisy Siete (GMA-7) - 17%
5. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) / Hole In The Wall (GMA-7) - 14.2%
6. Kambal Sa Uma (ABS-CBN) - 13.5%
7. Precious Hearts Romances Presents Bud Brothers (ABS-CBN) / Mr. Bean (ABS-CBN) - 11.4%
8. Spongebob Squarepants (TV5) - 11.3%
9. Spongebob Squarepants: Replay (TV5) - 10.9%
10. Love Or Bread (ABS-CBN) - 10.6%

Primetime:
1. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 32.3%
2. Tayong Dalawa (ABS-CBN) - 31.7%
3. Zorro (GMA-7) - 31.1%
4. May Bukas Pa (ABS-CBN) - 29.4%
5. Only You (ABS-CBN) - 27.5%
6. Rosalinda (GMA-7) - 26.3%
7. All My Life (GMA-7) - 23.5%
8. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) - 23.4%
9. Adik Sa ‘Yo (GMA-7) - 23%
10. Boys Over Flowers (ABS-CBN) - 21.9%

Source: AGB Nielsen Philippines via PEP

And I Love You So - Bea Alonzo, Sam Milby and Derek Ramsay

2009-07-07T19:09:00.008+08:00

On its 16th anniversary, Star Cinema proudly brings an extra-ordinary story of everlasting love...

...a love that tells us not to be afraid to fall in love again...and again.

And I Love You So is an upcoming romantic drama starring Derek Ramsay, Sam Milby and Bea Alonzo.

Synopsis: Lara (Bea Alonzo), a preschool teacher and owner, is widowed five months after she married her boyfriend of five years, Oliver (Derek Ramsay). Several months after his death, she meets Chris (Sam Milby), a young man also suffering from the loss of his spouse. They become friends and help each other move on. But as their friendship grows, their unmistakable attraction for each other grows.

And I Love You So also stars Candy Pangilinan, Nikki Gil and Coney Reyes. Directed by Laurenti Dyogi, And I Love You So is showing in cinemas nationwide on August 12, 2009.

And I Love You So - Full Trailer

Villa Estrella - US Screening Schedule

2009-07-07T18:52:00.003+08:00

Star Cinema's latest horror-flick offering "Villa Estrella" starring Jake Cuenca, Maja Salvador, Shaina Magdayao, and Geoff Eigenmann will have its international screening in some key cities in the US.

Here are Villa Estrella's US screenings schedule (as of July 3, 2009):

July 10-16, San Francisco Cinema: UA Stonestown Twin

July 10-16, San Diego Cinema: UA Horton Plaza

July 17-23, Los Angeles, Cerritos Cinema: Cerritos Stadium Cinema

More tickets information, you may call 1-800-227-9676.

Villa Estrella is currently showing in more than 100 local theaters nationwide.

Jericho Rosales Covers Men's Health Philippines July 2009 Issue

2009-07-05T22:52:00.003+08:00

Jericho Rosales is Men’s Health Philippines cover guy for July 2009.

In this issue, Jericho tells MH how he found himself in a situation that tested his patience and exhausted his person three years ago. But the life lesson that he learned made him grow up and live.

"I deal with problems right then and there because i want my adventures and sports to be pure fun. You can’t change the world…gawan mo na lang ng paraan yung sarili mo." said Jericho.

Learn more about Jericho’s turning point and how he managed not just to have a healthy body but a healthy mind and soul as well in the July 2009 edition of Men’s Health Philippines.

MH Philippines July 2009 is now available at all magazine stands nationwide.

The Beckhams Strip Off Again for Emporio Armani

2009-07-04T21:13:00.004+08:00

David Beckham and wife Victoria cuddle up almost naked on some coiled rope in the latest Autumn Winter campaign of Emporio Armani underwear by Giorgio Armani.

The new sexy pics of the Beckhams are expected to appear on billboards in the heart of Milan, as well London, New York, Los Angeles, Rome, Paris and Tokyo.

Kevin Jonas is Engaged to Danielle Deleasa

2009-07-04T20:55:00.002+08:00

Kevin Jonas of the infamous Jonas Brothers proposed to his girlfriend, Danielle Deleasa, on the morning of July at Danielle's doorstep in New Jersey.

"She said yes, yes, yes like 500 times super fast in a row!", according to Kevin. He continued, "It was tough performing last night, knowing that I was going to ask the biggest question in my life to the most amazing girl in the world!"

Kevin, 21, and Danielle, 22, met in May of 2007 in the Bahamas while their families were vacationing.

Kevin’s parents also shared their joy, saying, "Our hearts are filled with joy today and we are happy to share with you that our son Kevin has asked Danielle for her hand in marriage. Her answer was yes, and it is such a blessing that she will be joining our family. Kevin and Danielle have not yet set a date. Family is very dear to us, and we hope we have raised Kevin to be a wonderful man and husband. Please join us in our family’s celebration and in congratulating Kevin and Danielle. Thank you for all of your support."

Well, my congratulations to Kevin and Danielle!

Source: jared

Angelina Jolie Beats Jennifer Aniston as the Top Earning Hollywood Actress

2009-07-04T20:37:00.004+08:00

Angelina Jolie’s cinematic butt kicking made her the highest-paid actress on Forbes annual Celebrity 100 list. Coming in second behind Angelina is Jennifer Aniston, continuing the never-ending battle between the two actresses.

Angelina zoomed to no. 1 from no. 10 last year with an estimated earnings of $27 million in the last 12 months. Jennifer, on the other hand, raked $25 million in the same period.

Jolie starred in the movies Wanted, Changeling and a voice over in the animated film Kung Fu Panda. Aniston, on the other hand, starred in He’s Just Not That Into You and Marley & Me.

Check out Forbes Magazine's Top 15 Earning Hollywood Actresses below:

1 - Angelina Jolie, $27 million
2 - Jennifer Aniston, $25 million
3 - Meryl Streep, $24 million
4 - Sarah Jessica Parker, $23 million
5 - Cameron Diaz, $20 million
6 - Sandra Bullock, $15 million
6 - Reese Witherspoon, $15 million
8 - Nicole Kidman, $12 million
8 - Drew Barrymore, $12 million
10 - Renee Zellweger, $10 million
11 - Cate Blanchett, $8 million
12 - Anne Hathaway, $7 million
12 - Halle Berry, $7 million
14 - Scarlett Johansson, $5.5 million
15 - Kate Winslet, $2 million

In the Top Earning Actors category, Harrison Ford leads the pack with $65 million earnings in the last 12 months courtesy of his comeback film Indiana Jones 4. Comedian Adam Sandler is 2nd with $55 million and Will Smith is 3rd with $45 million.

Brad Pitt is at no. 9 with an earning of $28 million. He earned $1 million higher than his partner Jolie.

Note that the top 10 actors earned $393 million, compared with $183 million for the top 10 actresses.