Artista September 2019 Issue by Ley Navarro

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Piolo Pascual reveals secret to maintaining fit bod while satisfying sugar fix

f you think Piolo Pascual isn’t a fan of sweets, think again. In fact, he loves eating sweet food just as much as you do and even can eat four to six doughnuts in one sitting. “Nakakaubos ako ng sampler. That’s about six. Minsan nakakaubos ako ng three to four doughnuts,” he said

that you have to avoid. Okay lang ‘pag once in a while may mga craving ka, you balance it out with exercise,” he stated. Pascual, a firm fitness advocate, said he is conscious of everything that he puts in his body. “Pero ako I don’t eat as much food when I’m eating as much sugar. And

during a press event for doughnut brand Dunkin’ Donuts. He added ijest: “Masarap kasi kumain.” With several health-conscious individuals wanting to keep a healthy lifestyle by avoiding sweets, Piolo wants to let them know it’s okay to go out of your way once in a while. According to the Kapamilya heartthrob, it’s all about learning how to practice balance eating and finding time to do work outs. “At the end of the day, it’s all a matter of balance. Like ako kunyari ‘pag gusto ko may craving ako for something sweet, if I can finish like half a dozen box of doughnuts, I know I have to work out, I have to train, I have to sweat it off,” he said. The 42-year-old actor, who looks as youthful as ever, shared advice to those who are completely excluding sweets from their diets. “So my advice is for anybody out there to know - it’s probably common sense - if marami kang mag-divert or just limit your lifestyle. You know the things

you make sure to burn it. Ako, I’m always conscious about what I have to burn and how I have to look because I am my own product. So I make sure that I have a balanced diet as well. Even if I have my sugar fix, I make sure I balance it out with a training or work out,” he concluded. Meanwhile, Piolo shared updates on his upcoming projects which include several movies such as the one he did with Brillante Mendoza and another with Alessandra de Rossi who is set to mark her debut as a director. “I finished a movie with Lav Diaz. The Lav Diaz that was shown for Cinemalaya. But I finished a movie with Brillante Mendoza celebrating the 100 years of [Philippine] Cinema. And also, we’re participating sa Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino with I’m Ellenya L with Maris (Racal) and my son Iñigo. And I’m finishing a film with Alessandra de Rossi that we are co-producing. And November, we’re starting the film. And I’m finishing up an album. Hopefully, we get to launch it before Christmas season,” he said.

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Pinoy film, wagi sa Venice film festival

akasungkit ng espesyal na parangal ang Filipino film na ‘Verdict’ sa ginanap na 75th Venice Film Festival sa Italy. Ginawaran ng Special Jury Prize ang nasabing pelikulang tumatalakay sa domestic abuse bilang nagi-isang entry mula sa Southeast Asia sa prestihiyosong festival ngayong taon.

Magkasamang binuo ni Raymund Ribay Gutierrez, na siyang nagdirek ng pelikula, at Brillante Mendoza, na tumayo naman bilang producer, ang ‘Verdict’. Mapapanood ang ‘Verdict’ sa piling sinehan mula Setyembre 13 hanggang 19 kasabay ng ikatlong Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino.

Pair of Aces: OPM’s most excellent singers

CC Events Productions proudly brings you our latest venture into the concert scene, Pair Of Aces. The titular “ pair of aces” are two of OPM’s most excellent singers. D’ Total Performer, Darren Espanto andThe Fearless Diva, Jona are set to perform in Winnipeg on October 11, 2019, Calgary on October 18, 2019 and Toronto on October 19, 2019.

He may be the youngest in terms of age, but 18-year-old Darren is more than capable of holding his own in the company of veteran singers. Darren

started singing at the tender age of two and rose to fame in the Philippines after placing second in season one of The Voice Kids in 2014. His first album Darren debuted at No. 1 and has since been certified Double Platinum; his second album Be With Me also went to No. 1 and is now certified Platinum. Darren’s current single “Poison” is currently climbing the charts, and his third studio album will be released soon.

Shortly after winning season one of GMA-7’s Pinoy Pop Superstar, Jona— who at the time was still going by her real name Jonalyn Viray— became an in-demand performer and re-

A1’s Ben Adams in talks with VIVA for a possible collaboration with Sarah Geronimo

1’s Ben Adams is in search for female artists to work with around Southeast Asia. Of course, Pinoy fans being some of the biggest fans in the region helped Ben Adams suggesting some of the country’s biggest names. “I’m looking for a well known Southeast Asian female artist to duet with me on something......any suggestions? #Philippines #Singapore #Indonesia #Thailand #Malaysia,” he wrote. According to the A1 member,

two names emerged with the most number of tweets: Popstar Royalty Sarah Geronimo and Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray. “So @JustSarahG and @catrionaelisa seem to be coming up a lot in suggestions for who to duet with on my next project....... now I just need to find their contact details and make it

cording artist. Jona’s first studio album On My Own turned Gold, and her self-titled second album yielded a hit single in “Help Me Get Over.” It went on to win Song of the Year at the 2014 PMPC Star Awards for Music. A year later, she made headlines when she transferred to the Kapamilya network and changed her stage name. She has released an album under ABSCBN’s in-house record label Star Music,

which was eventually certified Platinum. She has also filled concert venues here and abroad, both as a solo performer and as part of a group. Individually, Darren and Jona are phenomenal. Put them together in one show and what do you get? A concert that will highlight the very best of OPM, featuring two of its most excellent singers— Pair Of Aces.

happen! #Philippines,” he said in another tweet. As soon as fans started sending him links to write-ups about Sarah Geronimo and her performances, Ben Adams instantly went over them. And as it turns he

already contacted VIVA Artists Agency to ask if it’s possible to work on a collaboration with her. “Well, quick update, I’ve checked out all of the videos and articles you guys have sent me on @JustSarahG and I think she’s amazing! Have emailed @VivaArtists so let’s see what they say. Thanks, everyone! #Philippines,” he wrote in another tweet. Ben Adams is set to return to Manila on November 9 for Playback Music Festival happening at the Araneta Coliseum.

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Arci Muñoz matapos ang break up: ‘I learned to value myself’

BY EDO DARIA

aging bukas ang Kapamilya actress na si Arci Muñoz tungkol sa kaniyang pagmu-move on, matapos ang hiwalayan sa non-showbiz boyfriend na si Anthony Ng. Sa kaniyang interview sa Magandang Buhay nitong Martes, September 10, ibinahagi ng aktres ang mga natutunan sa huling relasyon. “More than anything, kaysa sa regrets siguro, lesson learned. I learned to value myself,” pahayag ni Arci nang tanungin kung may pagsisisi ba siya. “ I know to myself na I’m kinda weird, I’m different, pero kahit na kunwari hindi ka tanggap ng tao, para sa akin, kailangan mo talagang matutong mahalin muna ang sarili mo bago ka matutong magmahal ng iba,” pagpapatuloy ni Arci. Nitong Agosto

30 unang inamin ni Arci ang hiwalayan nila ni Anthony, sa interview ng press. Pinili ni Arci na hindi na ibahagi ang dahilan ng kanilang break up. Dagdag pa ng aktres, may isang shooting day para sa pelikulang Open kung saan ay napansin ng co-actor niyang si JC Santos at direktor na si Andoy Ranay ang pinagdadaanan noon. Isang araw bago ang nasabing shooting day daw ay nagkaroon siya ng matinding away sa kaniyang exboyfriend. “Siguro na-feel din niya na may something,” pagtutukoy ni Arci kay JC. Bida sina Arci at JC sa pelikulang Open, isa sa mga entries ng Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino 2019. Sa direksyon ni Andoy Ranay, ang Open ay tungkol sa open relationship.

Baron Geisler, pinabulaanan ang tsismis na balik-rehab siya kaya madalang makita sa Ang Probinsyano

Manny Pacquiao is now a student at University of Makati

Aside from being a professional boxer and senator, Manny Pacquiao is now also a college student. The renowned athlete shared a photo of his new ID from the University of Makati where he

is now a Political Science student majoring in Local Government Administration. Manny also posed with students during his visit to the school last Friday, September 6.

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BY LEO BUKAS

“Not true! Fake news!” Ito ang sagot ng Ang Probinsyano star na si Baron Geisler sa tanong ng press sa kanya kung may katotohanan ang mga naglalabasang tsismis na balik-rehab siya at mawawala na sa teleseryeng pinagbibidahan ni Coco Martin. Nagsimula lang sa blind item tungkol sa di umano’y pagbabalik sa rehab ng isang aktor na si Baron daw ang tinutukoy hanggang sa pangalanan na ito ng ilang entertainment scribes. “Wag na. No comment na ako sa isyung yan kasi lalaki lang po,” dagdag niyang reaksyon. “Just keep them wondering, as long as we know I’m still in Probinsyano, nothing to worry. I’m doing

well. Okey na po ‘yon. Less chika, more on showing. Kita naman po sa posts natin po everyday na lumabas ako sa Probinsyano. Nakikita naman nila ako everyday sa show,” giit pa niya. Naibalita rin ni Baron sa amin na kikilalanin na rin siya bilang isang “Datu” at ginanap nga ang seremonya ngayon Martes, Sept. 10. “Sa Tuesday morning bibigyan ako ng honorary title as Datu ni Raja Mamay and Queen Hellen. Magiging ambassador of peace po ako so we can enter Mindanao to do good deeds for our brothers and sisters sa Mindanao. When this comes out, burado na ang bad publicity na kumakalat sa akin,” lahad pa ng magaling na aktor.

FDCP at ABS-CBN, sanib pwersa para sa 100-taon ng pelikulang Pilipino BY JEFF FERNANDO

anib pwersa ang Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) at ABS-CBN para sa isang historic na pagdiriwang ng ika-100 taon ng Philippine Cinema. Sa pangunguna ng Kapamilya executives Chief Operating Officer Cory Vidanes at Managing Director ng Star Cinema Olivia Lamasan pinirmahan ang memorandum of agreement kasama si FDCP chairperson Liza Diño para sa makulay na selebrayon ng Pelikulang Pilipino.

“We’re officially celebrating the 100 years of Philippine cinema starting Sept. 12, 2019 and we’re very lucky we have ABS-CBN to really fully realize this vision of not just celebrating it for the industry but talagang sa buong sambayanang Pilipino,” sabi pa ng FDCP chairperson. Labis na galak naman ang ipinaabot ng Kapamilya executives para sa naging tiwala ng Film Development Council of the Philippines. “Tuwang tuwa din kami because they chose us as their media partner and it’s an honor for us to be their partner for the 100-year celebration of Philippine cinema,” tugon ni ABS-CBN Chief Operating Officer Cory Vidanes. “We are really honored and privileged to support FDCP para sa lahat ng kanilang endeavors para dito sa Sandaan,” pahayag ni Star Cinema Managing Director Olivia Lamasan. Inaasahan na magiging engrande at makahulugan ang seleberasyon na magsisimula sa September 12 sa New Frontier Theater na “Sine Sandaan” na magbigay saludo sa movie icons na nagbigay ng malaking ambag sa pelikulang Pilipino.

Catriona Gray to star in a ‘film’

“film” starring reigning Miss Universe Catriona Gray is now underway. Going by a teaser she posted on Instagram Saturday, the movie will follow the 25-year-old’s journey as a beauty queen, particularly the hardships she had to conquer and fears to overcome as she pursued her biggest dream. “I’ve been anxiously waiting for the moment the rest of the world gets to finally see this. I feel like you will all relate to the story and message once you watch this gorgeous film,” she wrote as caption. ARTISTA WINNIPEG SEPTEMBER 2019 ISSUE

are also planning ahead of what to do next year. Thing is, they are only allowing people 18 and above. They have also complied with security requirements of the city because they want everyone to be safe. They will be very strict. You can enjoy all the instagrammable areas especially the huge rocket

Anne Curtis shows support to SOGIE Bill dedicated to the LGBT+ community

he passing of the SOGIE (sexual orientation and gender identity or expression) Bill is still being discussed in the senate but the topic has divided citizens and politicians. With the heated discussion, Anne Curtis couldn’t help but voice out her personal opinion about the issue. She stood by her claim that she supports equality, having been a vocal advocate of the LGBT+ community for years now. The It’s Showtime host admitted that she feels sad that such bill should be made due to discrimination. “I am an ally of the LGBTQIA+ Community and have been open about that for years. I have friends and family who are part of this community and whom I love very much. “It breaks my heart and saddens me that people are so against the passing of the bill when in fact, it all boils down to equal rights as HUMAN BEINGS...

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their worries, to get the artist spread their colors, to be positive. This is HUEniverse. It’s going to be fun! Party starts at 1PM and the lineup will be a huge secret, so people could look forward and get to watch their favorite art-

Get Ready for HUEniverse Music Festival

UENIVERSE is one of the most awaited Music Festivals in the country and since last year, the industry was abuzz with what could be the biggest party brought to us by Brightbulb Productions, but really, what is about to happen this September? Artists like Bita and the Bottles, Agsunta, Spongecola, Written By The Stars, Claudia Baretto, around 12 Big names of in OPM music will converge in Filinvest Concert Grounds in Alabang. This is co-presented by SUN Cellular and has several partners. They will also have an international DJ to play music til the wee hours of the morning so you better get ready to party all day! John Pratts, Camille Pratts, Isabelle Oli, Angelica Panganiban and Sam Milby form Bright Bulb Productions and originally they were just planning for Moira’s concert, then the music video came, then Kyla, then another one for Moira, then a movie but they want to concentrate in HUEniverse first. Their motivation is the

artists dream so they start for that. Angelica have attended Coachella and Fuji Rock but in the country they wanted to spread positivity and learn from musicians here. To forget

ists. There will be food stations, VIP section, food trucks, but if you have entered, you can’t go back. You will wear your status, there will be no dead airs (I hope this is true) and will have two band setups so you will enjoy music in the venue continuously. This is also a product of listening to local artists (as John mentioned), they fell in love with OPM. It is a long term project and they

but sadly because of discrimination, a bill like this has to be made.... because, instead of kindness, compassion, respect and UNDERSTANDING it has come to a

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point where they need this bill to protect their rights as human beings. Equality is all they seek for. Equality regardless of what gender they identify as or how

which they will be placing in front of the stage. This will be really huge. Proceeds of this will be for the Hueniverse foundation. Details will be at Hueniverseph.com. The ultimate dream is for Pinoys not to actually have to go to other countries because this is the perfect thing to happen in the country. They are hopeful it would encompass ages, people can bring their friends and family, make this a yearly event. They have a secret performer, but it will be divulged on the 14th so watch out for that. They also announced tickets will also be sold at 399 for the Gold Lite Section so everyone has the capacity to go there. They will also have arrangements for security, no things should go beyond 12 inches for bags. The long party will be from 12pm noon til 3am the next day. They will be also encouraging to report those who wouldn’t follow their guidelines, security is tight so don’t even try doing something bad! Ticket Prices are at Php 2,999 for Platinum, Php 999.00 for Gold and Php 399.00 for Gold Lite. There is a VIP section but of course is offered to a select few. So for those evil doers, you got no place here. For those who want good vibes, who want to have a good time and forget about your problems for a few hours, come and get entertainment at the HUEniverse Music Festival. This will be at the Filinvest City Events Grounds. You shouldn’t miss this! Posted by JOHN BUENO on www.kumagcow.com they choose to express themselves and equality as human beings and citizens of this country... just like all of US,” she wrote. Back in 2016, she also emphasized the importance of equality despite people’s gender preference. “We are all the same. We are all human beings who deserve a chance and equal opportunities in life. May it be for work, life or love we should be given equal rights.” Anne’s co-host Vice Ganda recently made headlines when he called out Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III regarding his statement about being called a ‘woman.’ “If you are a man, you will never be a woman, no matter what you do, because you cannot reproduce. You cannot give birth, you do not have ovaries. You will never be a woman. So this, to me, the SOGIE bill is a bill against women’s rights,” the senator said.

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Pinay queens rumampa sa New York Fashion Week BY KIKO ESCUADRO

tand out ang ganda ng Pilipinas sa prestihiyosong New York Fashion Week. Ilan sa mga Pinay Miss Universe ang naimbitahan ng ilang designer na maging bahagi ng taunang Fashion Week.

mampa para kay Albert Andrada. Hindi ito ang unang beses na naging bahagi ang former Miss Universe ng New York Fashion Week. Matatandaan na si Andrada ang nagdisenyo ng winning gown ni Pia noong

Kabilang sa Pinay Miss Universe ay si 2012 Miss Universe first runner up Janine Tugonon na rumampa para sa American designer na Sherri Hill. Bukod kay Tugonon, bahagi din si 2015 Miss Universe Pia Wurtzbach na ru-

lumaban siya sa Miss Universe taong 2015 Samanatala, inaasahan naman ang pagrampa sa runway ng New York Fashion Week ang reigning Miss Universe na si Catriona Gray na todo suporta para sa kanyang mga Beauty Queen sisters.

Toni Gonzaga to attend class at Harvard

espite her success in show business, Toni Gonzaga continues to seek learning and hone her knowledge. The television host is currently in Boston to attend a class at Harvard. Over the weekend, Toni shared via Instagram Stories that she traveled to America to attend a marketing class at the prestigious university. While in her flight to the US, Toni was already busy finishing her required readings for her class. Toni tagged along her husband Paul Soriano and her son Seve

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in the said trip. The television host also flew to America with Drs. Hayden and Vicki (Belo) Kho and Chief Creative Officer and talent agent Garlic Garcia.

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2019 Miss Universe Philippines Gazini Ganados, tutok ngayon sa Q and A training

BY JEFF FERNANDO

sang Charity day kamakailan ang pinangunahan ni 2019 Miss Universe Philippines Gazini Ganados. Dito, naibahagi ng Miss Universe PH na malaking oras ng kanyang training ay nakalaan sa question and answer portion na isa sa kanyang pinaghahandaan. “Q and A is doing great. I’ve been training and updating myself in current events everyday,” sabi pa ni Gazini. Bukod sa pangangalaga sa mga nakatatanda na kanyang pangunahing adbokasiya, ang pagkupkop sa mga aso at pusa ang isa din sa malapit sa puso ngayon ng

beauty queen. “Whenever I see pets in general, my heart just melts in an instant. I’m an animal lover and it just goes right in the snap of a finger and I pet them all the time” sabi pa niya. At kung sakaling dito gaganapin sa bansa ang Miss Universe pageant, hindi ito kinatatakutan ng ating Miss Universe bet. “I guess what I’m most happy about if it’s being held in the Philippines is we can showcase more how the Philippines is a paradise as they say its more fun in the Philippines, so why not?” Sa kasalukuyan, wala pang official announcement kung saan ang venue ng 2019 Miss Universe edition na labis na hinhintay ngayon ng pageant fans.

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Imelda Papin, ipagdiriwang ang 45th anniversary sa Philippine Arena

What did Bea Alonzo advise Christian Bables about love?

BY CRISTINA MALONZO-BALANE

a Tonight with Boy Abunda, sinagot ni The Panti Sisters star Christian Bables kung bakit tinanggap niya ang gay role matapos niyang sabihin na hindi muna siya tatanggap ng mga ganito. Ani Christian, iba naman daw ang ‘hindi

pan namin about life. Kung saan ako nagsimula. Siya din nagkuwento siya about sa struggles niya as an actress. Pinayuhan niya ako sa family and love,” sabi ng aktor. Ito daw ang payo ni Bea kay Christian pag dating sa pamilya. “Pagdat-

muna’ sa ‘hindi na.’ “So I guess this is the right time for me to accept these kinds of roles again... This is the right time,” aniya. Kinuwento rin ni Christian ang naging pag-uusap nila ni Bea Alonzo, na makakasama niya sa isang upcoming Kapamilya teleserye. Natuwa diumano si Christian dahil si Bea pa mismo ang lumapit sa kanya. “Ako po very mahiyain akong tao e. Hindi ako mag-i-initiate ng talk kapag hindi ko ka-close yung tao or hindi pa kami magkaibigan. Pero babati ako,” ani Christian. “Siya yung nag-initiate nung paguusap para magkakilala kami so nakakatuwa si Ms. Bea,” dagdag ni Christian. Ayon pa kay Christian, marami silang napagusapan ng aktres. “Napag-usa-

ing sa pamilya, wag kong kakalimutan yung family ko kasi yun yung core ko e,” kuwento ni Christian. Ano naman kaya ang payo ni Bea kay Christian pagdating sa love? “Sinabi niya na magtira ka ng pagmamahal para sa sarili mo,” sagot ng binata. Inamin din ni Christian na matapos ang three years na walang karelasyon ay in a relationship na siya ngayon. Kababata daw niya ang karelasyon at hindi daw ito artista. “Yes, finally, after three years. Kababata ko, non-showbiz… TagaCavite,” pag-amin ni Christian. “Kami na nito bata pa lang kami. Tapos dahil sa sobrang ka-busyhan nawala, tapos ngayon balik ulit nagkaron ng second chance,” rebelasyon pa ni Christian.

Sharon Cuneta-starrer ‘Kuwaresma’ to premiere in international film festivals Kuwaresma, the horror film starring Sharon Cuneta and John Arcilla, is set to hold its world premiere in several film festivals this year, including the prestigious Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF) in Japan and Oslo International Film Festival (OIFF) in Norway. The TIFF is scheduled to kick off on October 29 and will continue until November 5, while OIFF will run from November 16 to 27.

The Erik Matti movie will also be shown in /slash film festival – Austria’s leading festival for fantastic films, with genres spanning from horror and sciencefiction to fantasy and animation – which will run from September 19 to 29. Kuwaresma will then premiere consecutively in ToHorror in Italy and Nocturna in Madrid in October. Like /slash, both festivals are dedicated to genres of science fiction, horror, and fantasy films.

sang engrandeng selebrasyon ngayon ang pinaghandaan ng Jukebox Queen na si Imelda Papin. Sa Instagram post ng anak ng Jukebox Queen na si Maffi Papin, ibinahagi nito ang poster kasama ang mga magiging bahagi ng 45th Anniversary na gaganapin sa Philippine Arena sa Bocaue, Bulacan.

Dito, bahagi ng 45th year anniversary ni Imelda ang malalapit na kaibigan gaya nina Pilita Corrales, Victor Wood, April Boy Regino, Andrew E, Sonny Parsons ng Hagibis at kapwa Jukebox Divas na sina Eva Eugenio at Claire Dela Fuente. Sa darating na Oktubre 26, gaganapin ang anniversary concert ng Jukebox Queen na Imelda Papin Queen @45.

The Pinoy flick will end its series of world premiere in Buenos Aires Rojo Sangre (BARS), an international film festival with a similar theme, which is set to kick off on November 28 and will run until December 8. Produced by Reality Entertainment and Globe Studios, the film’s official synopsis goes: “A family is haunted by what appears to be the ghost of their youngest daughter.” ARTISTA WINNIPEG SEPTEMBER 2019 ISSUE

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Claudine Barretto in her showbiz comeback: ‘I’m a better Claudine’

laudine Barretto wowed everyone with her magazine cover with Metro. The Optimum star is the digital cover girl for their latest issue and she opened up about how happy she is with

her showbiz comeback and how it has always been her first love. Just this April, Claudine starred in an episode of Maalaala Mo Kaya and in a recent interview with Director Cathy Garcia-Molina, she confirmed that she is working on Claudine’s comeback film with Piolo Pascual, making it their reunion project too. “I just wanted to go back. I feel safe and happy here. Now, I’m okay. Hopefully this time talaga, tuloy-tuloy na. My children are very supportive of my work,” she told Metro Magazine. “This is the phase in my life where, parang siguro, sabi ni God, sobrang dami na ng pinagdaanan mo, this time, I will give you the desires of your heart,” she added. Claudine also shared how ‘excited’ her children Sabina and Santino with her comeback and the unwavering support of her fans inspired her more. “Hopefully after nitong movie, soap opera na. I’m so thankful sa Claudinians because they’re so patient and you

know, everyday, they inspire me. Kahit ilang years na ang nakalipas, they still believe in me. They’re my inspiration also, aside from my family. “Kasi before when I wasn’t working yet, they told me, ‘Mom, it’s okay if you want to work.’ So ngayon, alam na nila that Mama’s going to Florence for, like, 2 to 3 weeks. They’re actually excited.” Claudine has starred in a number of iconic films. She hopes that this movie with Piolo would be something that people could remember. “I want it to be a movie na matatandaan ng lahat ng tao at maipagmamalaki ng kids ko at ma-aappreciate ng generations to come,” she said. When she said she was a ‘better Claudine’ now, it’s because she has achieved so much peace in her heart. Earlier this year, she has also patched things up with her elder sister Gretchen Barretto and she’s proud to say that Gretchen, together with her family and friends, are helping her raise her children. “The way we met, ayaw na naming pag-usapan, kasi para sa’min, kung ano ’yung past, we don’t really want to go back to it kasi negative. Basta anything na negative na marinig namin ng ate ko, ayaw na namin. Tapos na ’yun. It was God’s perfect timing, ’yun ang sinasabi namin talaga, kung paano nangyari ’yun. Oras na talaga para mangyari ’yun. Our parents are very happy,” she said. “For the longest time, I was doing it single-handedly, but thank God, I have Gretchen in my life now and Dada (Gretchen’s partner, Tonyboy Cojuangco) and her family and her friends to help me raise my children. Hindi ako nahihiya magsabi na she’s helping me raise my children,” she added.

John Lloyd Cruz debuts as music video director for Pinoy band Sugar Hiccup

ilipino pop band Sugar Hiccup is back with a new music video and they teamed up with John Lloyd Cruz, who shot and directed the official music video for their song, “Saturnine Nevermore,” a track from their fourth and final album Closure The actor was credited with his childhood nickname “Idan” Cruz. The shots were from his travels throughout September to December 2017 particularly in Europe and some parts of the Philippines. In an interview with ANCX, he

shared that he had “always felt alone when I’m shooting.” “Shot in several cities by the filmmaker, some visited before and some for the first time. One perhaps for the last time,” the text in the video read. John Lloyd said he did not have the chance to meet the band but he was tasked to find the meaning of the song through his visuals. “It’s a shame I’ve never met the band. Their music was my only guide,” he said.

Pia Wurtzbach reunites with Miss Universe sisters

ia Wurtzbach was reunited with her Miss Universe sisters Catriona Gray and DemiLeigh Nel-Peters while in New York City for Fashion Week. Pia shared their snapshot while having dinner in the Big Apple recently. “It’s not everyday I get to say I dined with 2 Miss Universes without security Kidding aside, I’m glad Cat & Demi took some to meet with me during my short trip to NY,” she wrote. Pia added that she is thankful to

have known such encouraging ladies. “I’m blessed to know these super women *Insert my love @irismittenaeremf * who continue to inspire and encourage others, including me. #nyc #NYFW #missuniverse,” Pia posted.

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Katarina Rodriguez, magtutuloy-tuloy na sa showbiz?

BY KIKO ESCUADRO

atapos ang kanyang reign, looking forward ngayon sa kanyang bagong goals si 2018 Miss World Philippines Katarina Rodriguez bilang isang aktres. Pero bago tutukan ang pagiging isang artista, abala muna ngayon si Katarina sa paghahanda para sa pagpasa ng Miss World Philippines crown sa bagong Miss World Ph. “I think I’m the only queen actually excited to pass my crown down, like sobrang excited ako dahil marami akong projects lined up after passing down the crown. So I’m waiting lang to pass it forward and moved on to the next thing,” sabi pa ni Katarina sa naging panayam ng PUSH sa naganap na LeGarde health and wellness expo. Dito, ibinahagi din niya na dahil sa role, nahirapan siyang tanghingan ang nasabing proyekto. “I’m going to be part of a teleserye, I cannot say it who or which channel yet, but it’s a really big project it’s something I couldn’t say no to,” aniya pa. Kasabay ng pagtanggap sa role ang pagaaral din ni Katarina sa kanyang Tagalog.

‘Block Z’ director Mikhail Red gives update on the release of his much-anticipated zombie movie

“Kasi my script ‘di ba, so I study the script, I study how to deliver it, actually madali na ako mag Tagalog kung may script,” masaya niyang pahayag. Sa nalalapit naman na pagtatapos ng kanyang reign, nagbigay payo din si Katarina sa susunod na Miss World Philippines “Good luck and this is going to be the biggest event of your life. Prepare properly because you’re going to prepare the entire Philippines and just have fun,” pahayag pa niya.

Heart Evangelista attends New York Fashion Week

irector Mikhail Red showed his support for good friend Kip Oebanda at the recent special screening of the latter’s latest digital horror movie, Abandoned. The Eerie director said that he was very impressed with the new iWant

dala rin talaga is yung dynamics ng mother-and-son, ang galing ng performance,” he added. Following the success of his movie Eerie early this year, Red is currently preparing for the release of his two new

movie, considering the limited shooting days that the production had. “I was really impressed. I know na working with iWant iba yung constraints. I think parang mas konti yung shooting days and yet, naka-deliver siya ng very effective na story, and effective scares, and may production value,” Mikhail told PUSH. As a filmmaker who specializes in the horror genre, Mikhail shared how he admires films that have ‘layered’ themes and discusses relevant topics. “Ako I really like films that are layered. Here there’s like a mother-son dynamic, and it tackles [other] themes like mental health. And I really appreciate it when filmmaker uses horror as a vehicle to push more serious subtext. “I think it’s a very—in a way— current subject right now; pushing awareness for mental health and I feel like for most deliver it effectively. And I think nag-

genre movies, Dead Kids and Block Z. When asked for updates on the much-anticipated zombie movie, Block Z, which is top-billed by former love team Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia, along with McCoy De Leon, Maris Racal, and Yves Flores, Red said, “Medyo matagal yung post-production, kasi its a zombie movie maybe three to four months, it might come out December, or early last year, I’m not yet sure.” While waiting for the Block Z, Red’s another psycho-thriller movie, Dead Kids had just finished shooting and so fans can expect it to be released this year. “And then I just finish another one, Dead Kids... That one will come out first baka later this year,” he said. On the other hand, Abandoned is still available for free streaming on the iWant app.

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Fashion week is all about fashion, fun, and of course... impromptu photoshoots!#NYFW @martsromero,” she wrote in one of her posts. Heart was once again dressed to the nines and showcased her chic attire while attending the different fashion shows in the city. “You know it’s fashion week when we sit in random places to have my hair done in between shows.@aguilarjeck #NYFW,” she said.

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SB19’s ‘Go Up’ music video hits 1 million views on YouTube

inoy pop group SB19 continues to make waves online. After their live performance went viral on social media recently, the group’s music video for “Go Up” has already garnered more than 1

million views as of this writing. “Go Up” is a pop tune with a mix of Tagalog and English lyrics. The Pinoy pop group was trained in Korea under ShowBT and composed of Sejun, Justin,

BY PAULEA BENOZA

Josh, Ken, and Stell. Though their style is heavily influenced by K-pop, the group remarked that they identify themselves as a Filipino pop group. “Ang mga Pilipino sobrang talented po niyan sa lahat ng larangan. Magaling kumanta, magaling sumayaw, umakting. ‘Yun po ‘yung maipapakita namin sa

ibang bansa. And at the same time, ‘yung ginagawa po namin ngayon, ito po ‘yung first time na makikita namin at papausuhin namin sing and dance. Dancing heartily and singing heartily at the same time. Kumbaga, maipapakita namin ‘yung talento ng Pilipino na all-around talaga tayo,” the group’s leader Sejun stated in a previous interview.

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Angel Locsin at Neil Arce, dumalo sa premiere night ng ‘Ellenya L.’

resent ang buong cast ng I’m Ellenya L. na sina Maris Racal, Iñigo Pascual, at Pat Sugui sa red carpet premiere ng pelikula nitong Martes, Setyembre 10. Nandoon din upang magbigay ng suporta ang kanilang mga pamilya at malalapit na kaibigan mula sa showbiz, kabilang na ang magkasintahang sina Angel Locsin at Neil Arce. Ang N2 (squared) Productions na pag-aari ni Neil ang nag-produce ng I’m Ellenya L. Dinirek naman ito ni Boy 2 Next page pls.

Alden Richards handa nang magkaroon ng girlfriend: ‘Parang ngayon po is the perfect time’

BY LEO BUKAS

yon kay Alden Richards ay posibleng magkaroon na raw siya ng panahon ngayon para pagtuunan naman ang kanyang personal na buhay at magkaroon na ng love life. “Naisip ko po magkakapanahon na tayo diyan ngayon, malapit na,” wika pa niya. Patuloy ng aktor, “Parang ito na po yung time na yon kasi ngayon naka-establish na po ako ng medyo okey na foundation and sources para maging solid yung future ng family ko because of the businesses that I’ve been with. Parang ngayon po is the per-

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fect time naman para sa sarili ko.” Hindi rin itinanggi ng kapareha ni Kathryn Bernardo sa highes grossing Filipino film of all time na Hello, Love, Goodbye na meron na siyang nakikitang

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girl na puwedeng maging girlfriend. “Ngayon po kasi, may ina-eye na ako. Pero tingnan natin,” matipid niyang reaksyon. Nitong mga huling araw ay marami ang nakapansin sa palaging pag-like ni Alden sa mga posts ni 2018 Miss Universe Catriona Gray. Binigyan tuloy ng kahulugan ng marami ang tungkol dito. “Miss Universe natin naman siya and what’s not to like, siyempre Miss Universe. And I heard she’s a very good person so I’m looking forward to meeting her,” nakangiting sabi pa ni Alden. Sa kabila ng tagumpay na tinatamasa ni Alden sa kanyang career at ilang businesses ay kapuripuri pa rin ang pagiging humble at down to earth ng binata. Dahil daw ito sa kanyang faith sa Diyos. “Kasi yung faith ko po, it keeps my sanity. ‘Yung faith ko po keeps me grounded. Na at the end of the day, kapag wala na ‘yung fame, wala na ‘yung pera, wala na

‘yung kasikatan mo, hiyawan ng tao sa ‘yo, ‘yung pagmamahal ng Diyos, hindi magbabago, eh. “Kaya ganun na lang po ako kafaithful. All the more that I get this recognition, itong mga bonus sa ginagawa ko, mas lalo ko pong hinahawakan yung kamay ng Diyos. “Siya po yung nagbabalik sa akin na, ‘Ops, teka, baka nakakalimutan mo na ikaw pa rin ‘tong taong ‘to.’ So yon po yung… ando’n po yung sanity ko, sa faith ko, kaya lagi po akong nagdadasal,” pahayag pa niya. Samantala, katulad ng ibang artista, nakaranas din noon ng maraming rejections si Alden. Ano ba ang mga natutunan niya dito? “Nagpapasalamat po ako sa kanila kasi kung hindi naman din po dahil sa kanila, hindi po ako magiging ganito kalakas at hindi po ako magkakaroon ng lakas ng loob na gumawa ng mga bagay na sobrang laki ng risk at stake. “It goes to show na after doing these things by myself mas lumakas po yung confidence ko po to make decisions and jump in to decisions na kahit po hindi ako sigurado sa outcome, magsisisi po ako kung hindi ko siya nagawa,” huling pahayag ni Alden sa PUSH.

‘I’m Ellenya L.’ pokes fun at millennials in this social media age

BY RHEA MANILA SANTOS

t first glance, I’m Ellenya L. could easily be written off as just another romantic comedy aimed to lure in a predominantly millennial audience. But a deeper look will have you leaving the theater not just enjoying lots of laughs, but an important lesson in the ups and downs of living in a social media generation. Di-

rected by Boy 2 Quizon and written by Neil Arce, the film is definitely a fresh take on teen romance. Producer Piolo Pascual and Joyce Bernal add another gem to their Spring Films roster. Maris Racal plays title role of Ellenya, a girl who can’t hold down a job because of her ultimate goal in life which is to

KC Concepcion admits she is now open to dating Did KC Concepcion just officially confirm her breakup with French filmmaker Pierre Lassart?

BY RHEA MANILA SANTOS

uring her official launch as the face of a popular Japanese makeup brand, KC Concepcion said she was thrilled to be chosen as their first ever female endorser in the country. “I’ve always loved this brand. Kahit saan ka sa mundo magpunta, meron nito and ke teen ka or tumatanda ka na, everyone all across ages, lahat gumagamit talaga nito and ang gaganda ng balat nila so I’m very happy to be the first Filipina face of the Shiseido. So at least meron tayong representation sa ganitong global brand,” she shared during the Shiseido press launch held last September 9 in Makati City. KC shared she was happy to

be back in the limelight at the product launch. “I’ve missed this work so much and of course I’m always online sa digital world. Lagi talaga akong nag-sheshare sa mga followers ko about my beauty secrets, ganun. My shade here is Linen and this foundation is my favorite foundation. Rave ako ng rave about itong foundation na ito and I really love it. Hindi ka mahuhulas (laughs) 24 hours siya and it’s very refreshing, very fresh yung itsura ng mga nagsusuot nito. Talagang anything beauty and fashion, I am so inspired especially recently, hinatid namin yung sister ko sa New York. And then it was summer so nakabihis lahat ng tao and everyone was out. Parang naka-

Angel...

Con’t. from previous page. Quizon. Maliban kay Angel at Neil ay dumalo rin ang ama ni Inigo na si Piolo Pascual, Michael V., Paulo Avelino, Loisa Andalio, Jane Oineza, Kit Thompson, Erik Santos, at Darren Espanto sa nasabing premiere. Isa ang I’m Ellenya L. sa mga opisyal na entry sa 2019 Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino na gaganapin mula Setyembre 13 hanggang 19. become a legit vlogger/influencer with the help of her single father (charmingly played by Gio Alvarez who finally gets to show his singing skills onscreen) and his childhood best friend Peng (played by Inigo Pascual who puts on his handsome brooding face for most of the film). A golden opportunity presents itself when Ellenya crosses paths with PR strategist (Pat Sugui, in a role that finally lets him steal the spotlight in a pivotal scene) who offers her a chance to impress him with the promise of unique content from her vlog. When Ellenya volunteers herself for one of his events, things take a turn for the unexpected and turns her world

upside down. Maris’s always sweet looking face almost makes it impossible to dislike her self-entitled and sometimes selfish personality. Scenes in her home are always a good mix of humor and drama courtesy of Nova Villa who plays Grandma and Gio as Pops. Inigo proves he and Maris have the chemistry to make it work on the big screen and in I’m Ellenya L., making MarNigo a tandem you’d be shipping from reel to real. I’m Ellenya L. is directed by Boy 2 Quizon and is one of the entries in the Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino film festival which runs from September 13 to 19 in selected cinemas.

ka-inspire yung energy ng ganun. So paguwi ko dito sabi ko, ‘Gusto ko ng magbihis, gusto ko ng

mag-makeup!” she said. Although she has remained mum about whether or not she and French businessman Pierre Lassart have already permanently parted ways, KC indirectly confirmed their split with her current status. “I’m fresh. As fresh as my foundation (laughs). I’m open. I’m open. Yes. I am (open to dating). Dating around (laughs),” she said.

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Sue Ramirez gets emotional over Filipino viewers’ lack of support for movies that don’t have popular celebrities

BY EDO DARIA

uddle Weather lead actress Sue Ramirez can’t help but be emotional while airing her sentiments about the supposed toxic culture of some Filipino audiences who only support movies with popular celebrities. During her interview on The Bottomline last Saturday, Sue said this issue has become unfair to a lot of actors and filmmakers in the industry. “Ako medyo nagiging emosyonal ako, Tito Boy, doon sa fact na ang tinitingnan pala ng mga kabataan ngayon ay kung gaano kasikat ang artista na bumibida sa isang pelikula. Masakit siya for us, kasi not everyone is as big as everyone, and I just feel like they’re not giving other people the chances that they deserve,” Sue said while pointing out the hard work of every staff and actor just to make a film. “I think it is unfair for me, that majority of people in this country actually look at who is on the screen rather than what and what can you get from the movie that you’re going to watch. It hurts,” Sue added. FDCP (Film Development Council of the Philippines) chair Liza DiñoSeguerra, who also led the Pista Ng Pelikulang Pilipino film festivals, also shed tears with the actress about the issue. When asked about the perspective of a film director, Cuddle Weather director Rod Marmol said that the issue could be coming from the fact that the films are expensive. “Feeling ko dahil mahal ang pelikula. Parang kunyari kung may isang chance ka lang magbenta ng putahe, at alam mong ang ‘ingredient’ na ‘to ang pinakamabenta, uulit-ulitin mong gagamitin ‘yan e. Yun ang nangyayari sa pelikula na ‘yon. Since they know that they can only produce one two or three films a year, ang gagamitin nila ay yung one, two, three actresses and actors na nakagawa na ng films na bumenta.” “Pero kung mas afford ng mga tao

ang mag-experiment sa iba’t ibang klase ng pelikula, the producers will do the same thing; mag-eexperiment [din] sila ng iba’tibang actors and actresses,” Direk Rod explained. Before Boy Abunda ended the segment, the host also left a few words to continue Direk Rod’s explanation. “And this is a celebrity business. This is a fame business. Finding a balance, will always be a challenge,” he said. During the same The Bottomline episode, Sue also shared how proud she is for her movie, Cuddle Weather. “I’m proud of this movie, because this has made me proud of myself. Because I took on a challenge I never thought that I would. It opened my mind in so many things, binuksan nito ang isip ko with judgment against other people. You don’t know about these people, so why you look at them with a perception na sobrang hindi mo pinag-isipan man lang.” “Hindi lang ‘to pokpokan guys. Maniwala kayo sa akin. Kasi ako mismo, I experienced change in myself,” she said. Sue plays the role of Adela, a veteran sex worker who will teach a newbie escort Ram, played by RK Bagatsing in the movie. Cuddle Weather is one of the 10 film entries to this year’s Pista Ng Pelikulang Pilipino, which will commence on September 13.

Enchong Dee na-intimidate ba sa mga kasamahang veteran stars sa ‘Circa’?

BY LEO BUKAS

yon sa Kapamilya actor na si Enchong Dee, kahit 94 years old na si Ms. Anita Linda, na bida ng pelikulang Circa, ay hindi raw naman siya nahirapang makatrabaho ang aktres. Sa pelikula, Enchong is playing the grandson of Anita na isang filmmaker. “I think nung nag-start kami, na-introduce naman sa akin ni Direk (Adolf Alix) na may mga lapses (on Anita Linda’s part), may mga times na kailangan mas malakas yung pananalita mo para mas maintindihan niya. “So parang prepared na rin ako mentally na, ‘Ah okay, kapag ganito you really have to be patient, you really have to adjust. Parte naman siya ng buong trabaho, ng buong pelikula. “Pero ang nakakatuwa kasi kay Tita Alice (real name nga aktres), kapag mahahaba yung linya klaro sa kanya, memorize niya. Yung mga maiikli minsan na batuhan don yung minsan may lapses, but it’s okay kasi magaling naman si Direk mag-edit, eh. Nabibilib ako kasi sabi ko how I wish I have that sharp memory when I reach that age,” dire-diretsong kuwento ng aktor tungkol sa senior cast ng pelikula. Bukod sa beteranang aktres, kasama rin ni Enchong sa Circa ang iba pang equally talented and award-winning actors din like Jaclyn Jose, Gina Alajar, Elizabeth Oropesa and Ricky Davao. Hindi ba siya na-intimidate na kaesena ang mga ito? Ani Enchong, “Siguro at an early age, may nagsabi kasi sa akin at nilagay ko sa sarili ko na don’t let anyone intimidate you. Kasi pagdating sa set, your co-actors are your co-actors. Kumbaga, sa isang school classmates kayong lahat. “After nung cut do’n mo ibibigay sa kanila lahat yung respeto, pero kapag natatrabayo kayo, we’re all co-actors. Kumbaga, they have their own medals, they

have their own accolades pero at the end of the day, this is work.” Dagdag pa ni Enhong, mas hindi siya nakakapagperform kapag naiintimidate siya sa kanyang co-actors. “Pag nai-intimidate kasi ako sa isang artista do’n ako natataranta. Doon ako mas lalong hindi nakakapag-perform. Eh, ang suwerte ko kasi si Tita Gina (Alajar) naging nanay ko na sa MMK. “Nung una, kay Tita Jaclyn (Jose), hindi naman sa natakot, eh, yung parang … kasi in your head alam mo na she’s an award-winning actress, she made history. Tapos napapansin ko sa kanila pag nagkakaroon kami ng eksena, parang binabato lang nila. Sabi ko, ‘Ah, ganun ba?’ so batuhan na lang tayo. “So parang at least, hindi ka nago-over acting. Ang nakakatuwa kasi natutunan ko rin na hindi naman pala kailangang malalaki yung acting, puwede naman pala yung ganito lang, nag-uusap tayo pero nando’n lahat yung emosyon, nando’n lahat nung mensahe ng karakter,” paliwanag pa ng aktor. Samantala, malaking factor ang naging performance niya noon sa Star Cinema movie na Sa Yo Lamang kung bakit napili siya ni Direk Adolf na mapasama sa pelikula. “Pag may ginagawa ka namang proyekto, hindi mo naman ini-expect na, ‘Ah, dito sa eksenang ito dapat makilala ako, dito ako sisikat.’ Parang ang kailangan ko nung time na yon ang motivation ko lang na, ‘Umayos ka kasi ang gagaling ng mga artistang kasama mo.’ “So, pag nagtatrabaho po ako, yon lang, gawin ko lang yung trabaho ko nang maayos masaya na ako. Tapos jackpot na lang po kung may makakakita sa iyong mga director at may nakakapansin na mga artista,” lahad pa niya.

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Maymay Entrata says she is inspired by Kathryn Bernardo: ‘Isa siya sa pinaka-totoong tao’

uring her launch as a celebrity ambassador of a feminine hygiene product, Maymay Entrata said she is thankful for another unexpected blessing in her life. “Hindi ko inaasahan ito kasi sa sobrang saya ko, kasi ito na yung ginagamit ko since elementary ako. Dati kasi parang pumupunta ka lang dun sa mga nagbibigay lang tapos ngayon parang nandito na ako. So masaya, blessed ako,” she shared during the Modess Move Camp event held last September 4 in SM Megamall. With her film Hello, Love, Goodbye recently making history as the highest grossing Pinoy film in the country, Maymay shared why it is deserving of the honor. “Grabe, kung nakita niyo yung mga interview namin, yung mga speech namin (sa thanksgiving party) nag-iyakan kami

hirty-year-old JC Santos admitted he has little problem when his directors give him specific points to look ugly, or unappealing, romantic or abandoned on screen. “Kase I will always make sure na hindi na ako yung nasa camera eh. Kapag inalam ko kung ano klaseng tao yung character ko, makakalimutan ko kung sino ako. Gusto ko makilala ng viewers is the man I am playing.” Internalization is the process of knowing the “pagkatao ng character” and concentrating to bring a character to life. This is something JC knows how to do given the number of complex characters he’s taken on through the years. JC, started out as a stage actor during his college days at U.P. Diliman. With many productions under his belt, he has no inhibitions when it comes to stripping down for a role. “Ako kase I don’t really mind eh. I am aware from the script for example that it is needed then I will do it. “Kung ano ang instructions ng direktor, I will know what to do already, kahit na sinong direktor. I simply know how to manage taking my clothes off. When I do it, it should look appropriate with my character’s actions. Hindi puwedeng basta hubad lang.” He explained how normal it can be for him to show some skin since he started doing stage acting in his teens. “Okay ako sa pagpapakita ng katawan kase,” adding with a smile. “Ginagawa

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lahat ng cast ng Hello, Love, Goodbye lalo na si Ms. Kathryn (Bernardo) at si kuya

Alden (Richards) kasi talagang attached talaga sila sa mainit na pagsuporta ng mga tao lalo na si direk Cathy (Garcia-Molina). Kasi yung movie, hindi lang maganda yung kuwento, kundi yung samahan na nabuo namin at saka yung journey na meron kami, yung experience, yun yung para sa akin isa sa mga pinakamagandang experience ever na hindi ko makakalimutan. Kaya siguro naging matatag yung samahan at yung movie. Na hanggang ngayon showing pa rin po,” she said. While shooting in Hong Kong, Maymay said she could not help but get close to her female co-stars like Kathryn Bernardo, Kakai Bautista, and Lovely Abella who all play OFWs in the film. “Hindi ko in-expect yun ha kasi siyempre si Ms. Kathryn tapo si ate Kakai (Bautista) kasi magkaibigan na kami since nung Loving in Tandem pa

JC Santos says being a hubadero’ onstage helped how he manages his intimate scenes

ko rin siya when I was 15 years old in the theater sa U.P.” Then he blurted out, “Kase noon may reputation din akong ‘hubadero.’ Hahahahaha!” So after becoming a jealously angry Marco Cabrera in FPJ’s Ang Probinsiyano and a poetically hopeful Fidel in 100 Tula Para Kay Stella, JC is at it again in director Andoy Ranay’s

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Open. “When my character Ethan and Rome (Arci Muñoz) agreed to an open relationship, tama lang na nasa bedroom kami and we are in our undies eh. “It’s a really beautiful scene kase what you will notice is already the problem they both have sa relasyon nila eh. Bearing it there, tapos nagpapaka totoo lang silang dalawa na tumatabang

lang. Tapos dumating si ate Lovely (Abella), eh baliw pala si ate Lovely (laughs). Tapos hindi ko rin akalain na si Ms. Kathryn habang tumatagal sus baliw rin pala, bubbly rin si Ms. Kathryn. At saka lahat go siya ng go,” she revealed. The new Modess endorser shared one behind the scenes story between her and Kathryn during a break in filming. “Gusto ko ito i-share. Sobrang saya ko kasi kumakain siya. Sabi niya, ‘May, tikman mo.’ Talagang sarili niyang kutsara (ginamit niya). Inisip ko nun, ‘Kathryn Bernardo kutsara niya my god nakain ko din (laughs)!’ Ayun ang saya at saka isa siya sa pinaka-totoong tao na kahit ano nang naabot niya, hindi yun yung maghahadlang para hindi niya pansinin yung mga nakakababa sa kanya. Sobrang humble ni Ms. Kathryn. Lalo din si kuya Alden. Sobrang sincere nilang dalawa. Hindi ko alam, parang imposible na kapag isipin na ganyan na sila kasikat pero sobrang humble pa rin sila. Kaya mas bini-bless sila. Kaya dun ako na-i-inspire,” she said. na ang pagmamahalan nila so they need to agree to explore an open relationship, kahit nagtatalo sila,” JC said of his latest movie. Meanwhile, Sa naganap na press conference para sa bagong pelikulang Open, ikinuwento ni JC Santos at Ina Raymundo ang pinag-uusapang kissing scene nila mula sa trailer. Paglilinaw ni Ina, hindi iyon matatawag na “laplapan” kundi normal lang na “lips to lips.” “Correction hindi siya laplapan. Kasi kapag sinabi mong laplapan, may tongue yon. Pero wala siyang tongue. Lips to lips, with passion, with acting,” natatawang paliwanag ni Ina na sinabing nakadalawang take ang naturang eksena. Dagdag ng aktres, kasama rin sa direksyon ng direktor na si Andoy Ranay ang pagiging mas “aggressive” niya sa ilang eksena sa pelikula. Sa kabilang banda, ipinaliwanag naman ni JC ang ginawang “staged kiss” na natutunan niya raw mula sa pagtateatro noon. “Kapag nandon ka na sa [eksena], you think of it as a choreography, you think of it as a blocking, it’s part of the whole thing. I have to sell it to the camera. “Sa theater ang tawag doon, staged kiss, para hindi ka [makapag-invade] ng privacy, para respetuhin mo pa rin siya (co-actor),” paliwanag ni JC na inaming nagulat rin siya sa naging kinalabasan ng kissing scene.

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