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Janine Gutierrez Remains A Loyal Kapuso Janine Gutierrez recently renewed her exclusive GMA Network and GMA Artist Management contracts. Acknowledged as one of today’s most promising actresses, Janine feels excited to remain with GMA where she launched her career in 2012. “I’m very blessed and lucky to be signing again with GMA. Dito ako natuto at naalagaan talaga and I’m so thankful that I’ll be spending the next years with them again,” Janine said.
Alyana Asistio Signs with GMA Artist Center
Boobsie and Super Tekla Join GMA Artist Center Fold
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Super Tekla
Boobsie Wonderland and Super Tekla recently inked management contracts with GMA Artist Center. Alyana Asistio
Alyana signed a co-management contract with GMA Artist Center. Alyana believes that GMA Artist Center will guide her in turning her dreams into reality. “I’ve prayed so hard for this day to come. I can’t wait to start working and making my dreams come true one by one with the Kapuso family beside me. Thank you for the trust,” she shared.
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Janine Gutierrez Remains A Loyal Kapuso Alyana Asistio Signs with GMA Artist Center Boobsie and Super Tekla Join GMA Artist Center Fold
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GMA Continues as Nationwide Ratings Frontrunner in October AWARDS
Winwyn Marquez is Reina Hispanoamericana 2017 7th EdukCircle Awards
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ETON: Pillars of HOPE School Press Advisers Movement (SPAM) NEW PROGRAM
Stories For The Soul
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Boobsie
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Noel Bazaar Levels Up Christmas Shopping GMA Implements Closed Captioning COVER
GMA Network’s 2017 Christmas Station ID Inspires Viewers to Love Wholeheartedly UPDATES
Kapuso Stars Rock October with Shows Nationwide
Boobsie is thankful that she can finally call GMA Artist Center as her new home. The Sunday PinaSaya mainstay quips, “Malaki po ang tiwala ko sa GMA-7 at dito po ako magdadalaga. Thank you po sa binigay niyong tiwala sa akin, and I can say na with them, I will find more ways to make people smile.”
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Meanwhile, phenomenal comedian Super Tekla has nothing but positivity with the new opportunity. “Matagal kong hinintay ‘to. Sobrang patient ako, at talagang nagtiyaga ako. Pwede ko nang i-claim na official and legit Kapuso na ako. Time will come at ibibigay talaga sa ’yo ni God. Ngayon, ‘yung aura ko very positive and I’m ready to work and work and work,” Tekla said.
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GMA Network Welcomes FYLPro 2017 Delegates
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Megan Young Revisits Roots, Brings Filipinos in US Closer to Home
Kapuso Foundation Turns Over First Bridge in CamSur Kapuso Foundation Steps Up Fundraising Efforts for Marawi
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GMA Continues as Nationwide Ratings Frontrunner in October GMA Network (GMA) continued its strong showing in nationwide television ratings in October, based on data from Nielsen Phils. TV Audience Measurement. From October 1 to 31 (with October 22 to 31 based on overnight data), GMA maintained its ratings supremacy in the National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM), gaining an average total day people audience share of 42 percent, higher than ABS-CBN’s 37.9 percent. Further, the Kapuso Network posted winning numbers across all day parts in NUTAM. In the morning block, GMA registered a 38.8 percent people audience share versus ABS-CBN’s 35.7 percent. The Network’s powerhouse afternoon line-up dominated the time block with 45.8 percent as against ABS-CBN’s 37.1 percent. Subsequently, the evening block was also ruled by GMA with 40.4 percent versus competition’s 39.5 percent.
GMA likewise toppled its rival network in all time blocks in both Urban Luzon and Mega Manila, which respectively account for 76 and 59 percent of all urban viewers in the country. In Urban Luzon, the Network garnered a total day people audience share of 47.3 percent, way ahead of ABS-CBN’s 32.5 percent. GMA also sustained its dominance in Mega Manila (based on October 1 to 21 data) with 48.8 percent total day people audience share versus ABS-CBN’s 29.3 percent. More Kapuso shows also made it to the list of top programs in NUTAM with Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho being the most watched Kapuso program nationwide in October. GMA Network also dominated the list of top programs in Urban Luzon with 9 of the top 10 while, again, sweeping Mega Manila’s top 10 list.
Nielsen TV
Audience Measurement Nielsen data is gathered through a greater number of sampled homes nationwide in comparison to Kantar Media. With approximately 900 more homes surveyed in Total Urban and Rural Philippines compared to Kantar, Nielsen data is statistically considered more representative of the total TV population. In 2016, Nielsen TV Audience Measurement increased its client pool to a total of 36 clients/ subscribers consisting of 12 local TV networks including TV5, Aksyon TV, CNN Philippines, Net 25, Solar Entertainment Corporation, Viva Communications Inc., among others; 5 regional clients; 2 blocktimers and 17 media agencies.
URBAN LUZON (PEOPLE)
21 GMA programs in the top 30
NUTAM (PEOPLE)
17 GMA programs in the top 30
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Pepito Manaloto Ang Tunay Na Kuwento
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Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho
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24 Oras
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Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho
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Pepito Manaloto Ang Tunay Na Kuwento
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24 Oras
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Super Ma’am
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Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko
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All-Star Videoke
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Magpakailanman
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Alyas Robin Hood
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Super Ma’am
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24 Oras Weekend
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All-Star Videoke
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Ika-6 Na Utos
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24 Oras Weekend
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Wowowin
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Alyas Robin Hood
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My Korean Jagiya
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Wowowin
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Ika-6 Na Utos
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Eat Bulaga
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My Korean Jagiya
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Sunday Pinasaya
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ImbesSgador
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Impostora
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Eat Bulaga
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Tadhana
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ImbesSgador
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Celebrity Bluff
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Sunday Pinasaya
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GMA Blockbusters
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Impostora
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Haplos
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Tadhana
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AWARDS
Winwyn Marquez is
Reina Hispanoamericana 2017 Teresita Ssen “Winwyn” Marquez marks another milestone in pageant history as she bagged the Philippines’ first-ever Reina Hispanoamericana 2017 crown last Saturday, November 4 in Bolivia. The Kapuso actress is the first Filipina and Asian delegate to compete in the said annual pageant that celebrates Hispanic heritage, language and culture. Winwyn started her career in GMA as a host of Candies, a lifestyle program which aired on QTV Channel 11.
SANDRA AGUINALDO
DINGDONG DANTES
MARIAN RIVERA
MAINE MENDOZA
She has also appeared in various Kapuso drama programs including Blusang Itim, One True Love, Dormitoryo, Kambal Sirena, The Half Sisters, Little Nanay, Encantadia, and Mulawin vs. Ravena. Winwyn was also among the regular performers on Network’s past musical-variety programs Party Pilipinas and Sunday All Stars. After winning the crown, Winwyn shared her message on the pageant’s official Facebook page last Sunday. “Hola, hello everyone! I’m your new Reina Hispanoamericana. I am very happy and I promise, I will make the Hispanic culture alive. “I love you Filipinas. Mabuhay! Te amo, Bolivia. Gracias!”
JENNYLYN MERCADO
CONNIE SISON
7th EDUKCIRCLE AWARDS The EdukCircle Awards recognizes personalities’ outstanding contributions to Philippine television. The primary objective is to provide a venue for the advancement and essential evaluation of communication practices in different academic fields.
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Mel Tiangco (24 Oras)
Gabby Concepcion (Ika-6 Na Utos)
Mike Enriquez (24 Oras)
Jose Manalo (Eats Bulaga)
Jessica Soho (KMJS)
I-Witness (Sandra Aguinaldo)
Best Female News Anchor
Best Male News Anchor
Best Magazine Show Host
Best Actor for Television
Best Actor for Most Outstanding TV Personality
Best Documentary Program
Connie Sison (Pinoy MD)
Maine Mendoza
Best Health Show Host
One of the 5 Most Influential Female Endorsers of the Year
Drew Arellano (AHA!)
Alden Richards
Best Educational Show Host
Marian Rivera
One of the 5 Most Influential Female Endorsers of the Year
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One of the 5 Most Influential Male Endorsers of the Year
Dingdong Dantes
One of the 5 Most Influential Film Actors of the Year
Jennylyn Mercado
One of the 5 Most Influential Film Actresses of the Year
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PILLARS OF HOPE
(ETON International School) Pia Arcangel Ivan Mayrina Marian Rivera Eton International School honors individuals who show the highest qualities of service and individuals who serve as purveyors of hope. The Pillar of Hope Award is given to personalities and luminaries in various sectors such as media, government, entertainment, music and the arts, sports, and community-building. They give voice to the voiceless, promote common good and provide access and participation to people, especially the poor – a true purveyor of HOPE.
SCHOOL PRESS ADVISERS MOVEMENT, INC
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Manny Pacquiao Bares Purpose in Life in
Stories for the Soul GMA Network presents the different side of Senator Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao as he takes on another role and reveals his main purpose in life in the new Sunday evening drama anthology, Stories for the Soul. Despite all the challenges he has gone through, Sen. Manny believes he is called to inspire and preach God’s word. “Ang Panginoon ang nagbigay sa akin ng conviction. There are so many challenges in my life that time. May mga times dun na nagkamali ako pero masasabi ko na ang Panginoon ang may gawa ng lahat. I believe this is what I am meant to do—to spread His words through this show,” he said.
He is proud of this show because it presents stories that aim to give hope and at the same time motivate one to become an inspiration to others. “Looking forward ako na makita ng manonood ‘yung inspirasyon at Word of God na talaga namang makakatulong sa pamilya o sa bawat problema na nararanasan nila especially on how to become strong. Gusto rin sabihin ng show na ito na sa dami ng challenges mo sa buhay, hayaan mo lang. Dadating ang panahon na makikita mo ang salvation ni God sa buhay mo,” Sen. Manny said.
Ivan Mayrina
Award of Excellence in the Field of Broadcasting
The School Press Adviser’s Movement Inc. (SPAM, INC.) is a national organization of campus advisers that aims to unite campus journalism educators in the Philippines and offer affordable training and eventually reach out to deserving institutions that need assistance in the establishment of their publications or training of their writers.
This drama anthology presents stories inspired by characters and stories from the Bible, also known as the greatest book ever written. GMA KAPUSO MAGAZINE | NOVEMBER 2017 ISSUE
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Noel Bazaar Levels Up Christmas Shopping Christmas shopping in Noel Bazaar has never been more rewarding as the country’s biggest Christmas bazaar and AirAsia have partnered for the airline’s exclusive seat sale promo. Under the tie up, Noel Bazaar shoppers can avail a limited number of promo tickets from AirAsia on a first come, first served basis. Apart from enjoying shopping for various items from over 500 participating merchants, ranging from fashion and beauty products, gifts, toys and novelty items, Noel Bazaar visitors will also be rewarded by AirAsia. The first 5000 shoppers will be given a Noel Bazaar Shopping Passport with discounts and promos from selected merchants. Once they have completed the stamps, they will be entitled to join the raffle draw where they have a chance to win airline tickets for two to any local destination. Winners will be announced at the end of the bazaar. The Noel Bazaar Series 2017 will take off at the World Trade Center Manila on November 16-19 and will return for
another run on November 24-30. They will be swinging South to Filinvest Tent Alabang on November 30–December 3 and will make its final stop at the SMX Convention Center Pasay on December 14 – 17. Shoppers can also enjoy cashless shopping through Globe’s Gcash scan to pay, with 10% rebate for every transaction.
Part of the proceeds from the bazaar will go to GMA Kapuso Foundation. For inquiries on the Noel Bazaar Series, contact CUT Unlimited Inc. at (02) 3727023-25, or email info@eventsbycut. com, and follow them on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter via the handle @ NoelBazaar.
GMA Implements Closed Captioning GMA Network is the first local TV station in the country to implement closed captioning.
requires “all franchise holders or operators of television programs to broadcast or present their programs with closed caption option…”
Offering a more inclusive viewing experience, GMA’s closed captioning enables its viewers to read a full transcription of the dialogue as well as other key elements of the program such as background music, effects, etc. at the bottom part of the screen. This is especially beneficial to viewers who are deaf or who are hard of hearing.
An initial test of this service was applied to the film Mission Impossible, which was aired on Kapuso Movie Festival last September 28.
The Network’s move is in compliance with Republic Act No. 10905, which
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Currently, the Network is fully implementing closed-captioning in all movie blocks shown on GMA-7 and select movies on GMA News TV and will be operational on certain television models.
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GMA Network’s 2017 Christmas Station ID Inspires Viewers to Love Wholeheartedly GMA Network invites viewers to spread love wholeheartedly via its 2017 Christmas Station ID dubbed, “Buong Pusong MaGMAhalan Ngayong Pasko,” which now airs on GMA-7. This Yuletide season, the Kapuso Network helps bring to mind that any act of kindness, no matter how simple, can make a huge difference when it comes from the heart. Shot in various locations in Metro Manila, provinces, and abroad, GMA’s Christmas Station ID, which premiered last November 6 after Super Ma’am, features a series of heart-warming scenes of unsuspecting Filipinos receiving heartfelt surprises from Kapuso personalities.
“Kami po’y nagpapasalamat sa ating mga kasama sa GMA dahil binigyan kami ng pagkakataong makasama sila,” Tito Sotto added. GMA News pillar Jessica Soho, along with fellow Kapuso personalities, went to share the love with the true heroes in the classroom. She said, “Kailangang pasalamatan natin sila every chance we get dahil napakadakila ng ating mga teacher.” Adding amusement to the festive atmosphere of the station ID is the theme song “Magmahalan Nang BuongPuso,” performed by Kapuso artists Alden Richards, Mikee Quintos, Nar Cabico, Maricris Garcia, Aicelle Santos, and Julie Anne San Jose. The jingle,
which was released online last October 30, was written by BJ Camaya, Rexy Jolly Conopio, and Jann Lopez while music was composed by Len Calvo. Following the station ID’s launch last November 6, #BuongPusongMaGMAhalan became a trending topic in the Philippines and worldwide, reaching over a million views online and counting. To watch the full version of the Kapuso 2017 Christmas Station ID, visit www. gmanetwork.com/entertainment and follow GMA’s official accounts on Youtube, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram via the handle @gmanetwork.
GMA News pillars Mel Tiangco and Mike Enriquez, who went to separate locations, shared their thoughts on their gratifying experiences. “It’s always heart-warming to be with our televiewers. Kapag nasa 24 Oras, kapag nasa Magpakailanman ako, hindi ko sila nakakadaupang-palad. Pero ngayong kasama natin sila, I feel their warmth,” said Mel.
Netizens noted that aside from the song’s heart-warming message and catchy tune, the station ID did not focus on the “star factor” but rather on the people who truly matter. Many commented that it was by far GMA’s best Christmas station ID as it successfully captured the true spirit of the season.
“Masarap talagang magbigay ng kasiyahan, lalo na kapag Pasko. Masarap talagang magbigay, period,” shared Mike who went to a public market. Meanwhile, the hosts of the longestrunning noontime show Eat Bulaga surprised their solid Dabarkads. “Kakaiba ito dahil kahit na lagi naming ginagawa ito sa pagsugod sa barangay, kakaiba ito kasi si lola, 105 years old na! Ang daming kuwento!,” said Joey De Leon.
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Kapuso Primetime King Dingdong Dantes and Balitang Bisdak anchors Alan Domingo and Cecille Quibod-Castro and News Correspondents LouAnne Mae Rondina and Reyn Nikko Sereno.
Kapuso Drama King Dennis Trillo treats hardworking supermarket staff during the busy holiday shopping season.
A hardworking waiter was elated to see the cast of My Korean Jagiya (Iya Villania, Heart Evangelista, Alexander Lee, Divine Aucina) in Bacolod.
Ivan Dorschner, Ai-Ai de las Alas, Gabbi Garcia, Super Tekla surprise LRT-2 riders.
Carla Abellana, Jennylyn Mercado, Gil Cuerva, Jaclyn Jose, Jean Garcia, Mikael Daez spreading the love with the office workers.
Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian RiveraDantes gladly takes photos with the true Super Ma’ams of M. H. Del Pilar School.
The energetic Eat Bulaga Dabarkads with their solid fans.
Gabby Concepcion, Barbie Forteza are one at heart with the MMDA officer.
Durian sellers in Davao were in for a sweet surprise from Miguel Tanfelix, Bianca Umali, Pancho Magno, Mikee Quintos, and One Mindanao anchors
Morning bus ride made colorful by Rhian Ramos, Lovi Poe, Max Collins.
GMA Kapuso Foundation Founder and Ambassador Mel Tiangco shared desserts to unsuspecting office workers.
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My Love from the Star couple Jennylyn Mercado and Gil Cuerva encouraging everyone to love wholeheartedly this Christmas.
The Race2Share Dragon Boat Team felt the Kapuso love in Singapore with Ken Chan, Jak Roberto, Glaiza de Castro, Dave Bornea, and Tetay.
T.O.P., Ashley Rivera, Solenn Heussaff, Eugene Domingo, Sunshine Dizon, Rita Daniela, Betong Sumaya give joy to soldiers at the V. Luna Hospital.
People waiting at the shuttle terminal were suddenly all smiles when Atom Araullo, Sandra Aguinaldo arrived to add delight to their commuting experience.
Kristoffer Martin, LJ Reyes, Joyce Ching, Chynna Ortaleza, Arnold Clavio, Vicky Morales bring cheer at a tiangge.
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Kapuso Stars Rock October with Shows Nationwide From Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, GMA Network’s biggest stars went all over the country to treat their fans in various festivals and mall shows last October. Kapuso primetime king Dingdong Dantes flew to Cebu last October 28 for back-to-back Kapuso Mall Shows in Gaisano Capital South and Gaisano Island Mall Mactan. Together with the Alyas Robin Hood lead actor were his leading ladies in the series, Andrea Torres and Solenn Heussaff. Meanwhile, the fantastic series Super Ma’am heated up the celebration of this year’s MassKara Festival in Bacolod City when Kapuso primetime queen Marian Rivera-Dantes led the Kapuso Fans Day at the Gaisano Mall Bacolod last October 19. Joining Marian were her co-stars Matthias Rhoads, Ashley Ortega, Enrico Cuenca, and Kim Domingo. After Bacolod, Super Ma’am went to Pangasinan on October 21. Together with Marian during the Kapuso Fans Day in Magic Mall Urdaneta were Jerald Napoles, Kristoffer Martin, and Joyce Ching.
Heart Evangelista-Escudero and Alexander Lee in Bacolod
Bringing ‘k-lig’ to their Negrense fans as well were the stars of the hit Korean -Filipino romcom My Korean Jagiya. Philippine TV’s sweetheart Heart Evangelista-Escudero went to SM City Bacolod last October 22 as part of the MassKara Festival celebration. She was joined by her leading man Alexander Lee and co-stars Iya Villania and Divine Aucina.
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Dingdong Dantes (center) with Solenn Heussaff and Andrea Torres in Cebu City
Heart and Alexander previously treated their fans in Luzon when they held a Kapuso Mall Show in Robinsons Place Pangasinan last October 14. The My Korean Jagiya couple was joined by the members of the Kapuso boyband Top One Project or T.O.P.
Marian Rivera-Dantes with fans in Bacolod.
Capping off this year’s Raniag Festival and World Costume Festival (WCF) were Kapuso actors Glaiza de Castro and Migo Adecer. Glaiza and Migo hosted the WCF Judging and Awarding Program last October 30.
After Bacolod, My Korean Jagiya went to Cebu last October 28 to meet and greet their Cebuano fans. During the backto-back Kapuso Mall Shows in Gaisano Capital South and Gaisano Island Mall Mactan, Heart and Alexander were joined by their co-star Edgar Allan Guzman.
Last October 14, Migo went to Bicol for a Kapuso Meet and Greet in Tabaco City, Albay. Also in Albay last October 17 were Super Ma’am stars Matthias Rhodes and Meg Imperial. Matthias and Meg attended the Kapuso Mall Show in LCC Mall Legazpi.
Ivan Dorschner, Addy Raj, Klea Pineda, Inah de Belen, and Martin del Rosario in Ilocos Sur
Sanya Lopez and Rocco Nacino in Palawan
In Ilocos Sur, the Kapuso Network once again made the week-long celebration of Vigan City’s Raniag Festival extra special by holding a Kapuso Night last October 26. This year, GMA’s hottest young actors Martin del Rosario, Ivan Dorschner, Addy Raj, Inah de Belen, and Klea Pineda lit the Plaza Burgos with their song and dance numbers.
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On top of the primetime programs, GMA Afternoon Prime’s Haplos also met with their fans in Palawan. Haplos lead actors Rocco Nacino and Sanya Lopez sizzled in their Kapuso Mall Show in SM City Puerto Princesa last October 15.
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GMA Kapuso Foundation and partners together with beneficiaries at the completed Iraya Steel Hanging Bridge.
Kapuso Foundation Turns Over First Bridge in CamSur
GMAKF Kapuso Tulay Para sa Kaunlaran ribbon cutting ceremony.
GMA Kapuso Foundation (GMAKF), GMA Network’s socio-civic arm, successfully turned over its very first bridge which it constructed for the residents of Barangay Iraya in Buhi, Camarines Sur on October 20.
steel and concrete and even has solar powered lamps. The landing of the Iraya bridge is made of expanded metal, a reinforced metal mesh material used as flooring, which was first spotted by GMA Kapuso Founder Mel Tiangco while on a personal trip visiting a waterfall in South America. The flooring of the hanging bridge there sported that exact same material.
The hanging bridge which is part of GMAKF’s initiative titled, Kapuso Tulay para sa Kaunlaran project, replaces a typhoon-damaged bridge in Iraya and provides safe passage for residents, especially children who walk to and from the local school. Prior to the construction of the Iraya Steel Hanging Bridge, residents and students ran the risk of falling into the tributary of Buhi lake every time they crossed a makeshift bridge of scraggly steel cables, and later on, slippery bamboo.
Turnover ceremonies were led by GMAKF Executive Vice President and COO Rikki Escudero-Catibog. “We are grateful to our generous donors (from the private sector and the general public) and to our partners, for the fruition of GMAKF’s first bridge construction project. We extend our heartfelt thanks first and foremost to the good Lord and to Mitsubishi Motors Philippines, Republic Cement, DMCI, Equator Energy Corporation, NKD International Trading, Davies Paints, DPWH, the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ Southern Luzon Command and the local government of Buhi, for their support,” EscuderoCatibog acknowledged.
GMAKF made sure the bridge it built with the help of partners and sponsors is safe and sturdy. Approximately 30 meters long, the structure is made of
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Present at the GMA Kapuso Foundation’s Iraya bridge inauguration were Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) Senior Vice President for Corporate Planning Yosuke Nishi, D. M. Consunji, Inc. (DMCI) First Vice President for International Business Development Ronaldo R. Elepaño, Jr., and Republic Cement President Renato Sunico. Also on hand were the Commanding General of the AFP’s Southern Luzon Command, Major General Benjamin Madrigal, the assistant division commander of the Army’s 9th Infantry Division, Brig. General Chad Isleta, DPWH and DepEd Regional heads. A day before, on October 19, GMAKF held the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a second steel and concrete hanging bridge which will benefit the Indigenous community of Brgy. San Ramon, also in Buhi, Camarines Sur. Target completion of the second GMAKF bridge, which is estimated to be four times the length of Iraya Bridge, is by March 2018.
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Kapuso Foundation Steps Up Fundraising Efforts for Marawi
GMA Network’s socio-civic arm, GMA Kapuso Foundation (GMAKF), has launched multiplatform efforts to raise funds for its plans to help rebuild war-torn Marawi City. GMAKF’s project dubbed, “Rebuild Marawi” includes constructing typhoon resistant classrooms and the distribution of food and hygiene kits in temporary shelters (tent cities). A related project, “Kapuso Para sa Kawal” is also in the works, particularly aimed at injured soldiers, to help them get back on their feet again.
Rebuild Marawi Microsite GMA New Media, Inc. created a microsite for GMAKF which provides different ways for people to get involved in the Rebuild Marawi project. The site, which can be accessed via the link www.gmanetwork. com/RebuildMarawi , features the latest news on Marawi City, first-hand stories from the displaced and wounded who were traumatized by the conflict, and steps on how people, in their own way, can help aid the recovery of the city and its residents.
Screenshots of the “Rebuild Marawi” microsite
Through GMAKF, everyone can take positive action to help Rebuild Marawi – by giving hope, sharing love, donating to build new classrooms and volunteering. Send inspiring letters and artwork to
displaced families and soldiers stationed in the city, send Halal relief goods and/or hygiene kits, donate in cash for the future of the Filipino youth, or donate time and join relief packing operations. Meanwhile, a link to the initiative “Kapuso Para sa Kawal”, which adopts a three-pronged approach to serve amputee soldiers who fought terrorists and insurgents, can also be seen on the microsite. The project aims to replace lost limb (or limbs) with prosthetics, rehabilitate by providing psychological and physical therapy, and help regenerate sources of livelihood so the injured soldiers can continue to lead productive lives.
A HEART THAT GIVES GMA Kapuso Foundation distributes food and hygiene kits to the residents of Marawi.
Screenshot of “Ibangon Ang Marawi” music video
Ibangon ang Marawi MTV GMAKF also created a music video for the theme song of its project entitled, ”Ibangon ang Marawi” which was composed and sung by young residents of Marawi City. Composed by Aslanie Malawi and sung by 13-year-old Johanisah “Lovely” Racman, the song poignantly invites everyone to unite and help Marawi City rise again from the rubble.
Giving Hope by your choice of gift this Christmas GMA Network recently organized its yearly painting contest called Art Gap 2017, featuring the works of GMA employees and talents – also to help Rebuild Marawi. The winning paintings for this year’s Art Gap, with the theme “Peace and Giving”, are featured in GMA Kapuso Foundation’s 2017 all season greeting card set. The set, composed of 10 unique greeting cards, is being sold to the public for One Thousand Pesos per box beginning this November, in time for Christmas gift giving. Those who want to order may call GMAKF at 982-7777 local 9903 or 9905. Proceeds from the sale will go to funding various projects of GMA Kapuso Foundation.
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GMAKF’s Christmas and All-Season Card bundle
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GMA Network Welcomes FYLPro 2017 Delegates
FYLPro 2017 Delegates
GMA Network recently hosted an immersion tour for the delegates of this year’s Filipino Young Leaders Program (FYLPro), an annual leadership immersion program for ten young US-based Filipino professionals.
on broadcasting in the Philippines, journalism and online media, and the issues that the industry is currently facing.
GMA executives, led by GMA First Vice President and Head of International Operations Joseph Francia, together with Kapuso celebrities and personalities met the delegates and talked about the Network, the current landscape of Philippine media, and how GMA continues to bring Filipinos abroad closer to home through the Kapuso brand of programming.
Following the discourse on the power of television as a source of news and information, another panel discussion tackled the Network’s entertainment aspect which was moderated by GMA VP and Head of Entertainment’s Business Development Department III Darling de Jesus. Joining the delegates in the discussion were highly-acclaimed Filipino director Maryo J. delos Reyes, GMA telenovela writer Suzette Doctolero, and Kapuso actress Carla Abellana. Kapuso artists and “Meant To Be boys” Ivan Dorschner and Addy Raj added fun to the visit by gamely posing with the delegates in the photo session.
The conference began with veteran broadcasters and GMA News Pillars Mike Enriquez and Howie Severino exchanging insights with the delegates
The delegates were joined over dinner by Kapuso actor and GMA Network Excellence Award Ambassador Benjamin Alves who, just like them, grew up in the US and came back to the Philippines
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after finishing college in Guam. Lastly, GMA Kapuso Foundation (GMAKF) EVP and COO Rikki Escudero-Catibog briefly gave a presentation of the GMAKF projects that are dedicated to GMA’s pledge of Serbisyong Totoo. The FYLPro delegates are selected each year by the Philippine Embassy in the United States, in cooperation with the Ayala Foundation Inc. Under the program, the delegates visit and engage in a dialogue with the country’s policymakers, industry leaders, media, cultural experts, and social entrepreneurs for them to maintain a grassroots approach to working locally in various industries which will have an impact nationally and globally. The FYLPro 2017 delegates are Marjorie Baltazar, Amanda Bernardo, Ryan Dalusag, Eric John David, Tyler Dos Santos-Tam, Rebecca Elmore, Ireneo Reus III, Christal Simanski, Ryann Tanap, and Ray Villanueva.
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Megan Young Revisits Roots, Brings Filipinos in US Closer to Home
A Kapuso shows off his #TeamAbroad shirt from GMA Pinoy TV.
A Filipino war veteran was all smiles upon receiving a giveaway from GMA Pinoy TV.
For Megan Young, the GMA Pinoy TV-sponsored Fil Fest USA held in Norfolk, Virginia last October 14 was an opportunity to celebrate Filipino-American History Month with her fellow FilipinoAmericans, as well as revisit the state where she was born. Ahead of Fil Fest USA, Megan talked about taking up residence in the state known as the mother of presidents and statesmen via a live chat on the GMA Pinoy TV Facebook page. “I was actually born in Virginia -- not in Norfolk, but in Alexandria, Virginia… ‘yung parents ko dati nagwo-work sa Washington D.C. (which is near Alexandria), kaya doon kami nakatira. It feels good to be back,” said the Kapuso actress.
Megan gamely took photos with her kababayans after the show.
Inspired by this homecoming of sorts, Megan launched into a sweet performance of songs at the Fil Fest USA event, which was well-received by attendees. Owning the stage like a pro, Megan reached out to members of the audience who were visibly thrilled to be in the presence of the former Miss World. “Kahit anong event na nagagawa namin for GMA Pinoy TV, I’m always super duper excited to meet members of Filipino communities,” said Megan in her Facebook live broadcast prior to the event. “I really want to be able to visit all our Kapuso Abroad all over the world,” added Megan, who has been featured in a number of GMA Pinoy TV events in the past, the most recent of which brought her to Kuwait in the Middle East.
Right after her onstage stint, Megan headed to the GMA Pinoy TV booth for a meet-and-greet with her fans. She was met with a queue of supporters who were all clamouring for a photo opportunity with the ‘Starstruck’ alumna. With Fil Fest USA wrapped up, Megan is headed to Alexandria for a muchawaited reunion with her family and relatives, whom the actress hasn’t seen in a long while – a fitting reward for someone who was generous enough to spend time with her kababayans and remind them of pleasant memories of their home back in the Philippines. Feel closer to home with the latest episodes of your favorite Kapuso programs even when abroad.
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