October 2018 Kapuso Magazine by GMA New Media

NEW PROGRAMS • Asawa Ko, Karibal Ko • Studio 7 • Daddy’s Gurl

GMA Network Commemorates the Enduring Legacy of German “Kuya Germs” Moreno

RATINGS

October 2018

GMA Network Sustains TV Ratings Advantage in September NUTAM (PEOPLE) 2018

URBAN LUZON (PEOPLE) 2018 21 GMA programs with specials in the top 30

18 GMA programs with specials in the top 30

RATINGS

GMA Network Sustains TV Ratings Advantage in September UPDATES

Kapuso Artists Sign Contracts with GMA Top 16 Clashers Andrea Torres Rodjun Cruz Alexander Lee

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The Clash (“The Final Clash”)*

The Clash (“The Final Clash”)

Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho

The Clash

24 Oras

Pepito Manaloto Ang Tunay Na Kuwento

Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko

Magpakailanman

Onanay

Victor Magtanggol

Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko

Amazing Earth

Inday Will Always Love You

Wowowin

24 Oras Weekend

ImbesZgador

Contessa

Eat Bulaga

Glory Awards 8th EdukCircle Gawad Midya

Eat Bulaga

Kapuso Movie Night

Dangal ng Lipi

Kapuso Movie Night

ImbesZgador

Tadhana

Bubble Gang

Sunday Pinasaya

Ika-5 Utos

GMA Network maintained its lead in the nationwide television ratings competition based on the latest data from the industry’s widely-trusted ratings service provider Nielsen TV Audience Measurement. For the month of September (with September 23 to 30 based on overnight data), GMA posted an average total day people audience share of 41.1 percent in the National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM), beating ABSCBN’s 37.1 percent. The Kapuso Network emerged as the viewers’ top choice as it continued to lead across all day parts. In the morning block, GMA registered 38.2 percent people audience share versus ABS-CBN’s 34.3 percent. GMA remained undefeated in the afternoon block after tallying 41.2 percent

while ABS-CBN only managed to get 37.1 percent. Likewise in the evening block, GMA again led competition with 42.3 percent as against ABS-CBN’s 38.3 percent. The Kapuso Network also maintained its dominance in the viewer-rich areas of Urban Luzon and Mega Manila, which respectively account for 72 and 59 percent of all urban viewers in the country.

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The cast of Pamilya Roces

AWARDS

Bantog: Science for the People Awards COMGUILD Awards

Similarly in Mega Manila (with official data from September 1 to 22), the Network posted an average total day people audience share of 48.6 percent, which was largely ahead of ABS-CBN’s 27.9 percent.

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GMA Network Partners with Twitter to Deliver Premium Video Content

GMA Network Inks Partnership with Ms. Earth

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Thai Actor Tao Phiangphor Melts Hearts of Filipino Fans

GMA garnered an average total day people audience share of 46.7 percent in Urban Luzon versus ABS-CBN’s 30.8 percent.

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Contents

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Pamilya Roces SPECIAL

GMA Network Commemorates the Enduring Legacy of German “Kuya Germs” Moreno NEW PROGRAM

Asawa Ko, Karibal Ko NEW PROGRAM

Studio 7 NEW PROGRAM

Daddy’s Gurl SPECIAL

Work Hard, Play Harder: Barangay LS DJs on Dealing with Pressures of the Modern Life

GMA Pinoy TV’s ‘Kapusong Pinoy: Paskuhan at Kantawanan sa Anaheim’ a sold-out success Tom Rodriguez Spreads Filipino Cheer in South Korea via GMA Pinoy TV GMA Life TV @10

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Kapuso Artists Sign Contracts with GMA From left: GMA Senior Assistant Vice President for Alternative Productions Gigi Santiago-Lara, Garrett Bolden, Jong Madaliday, Golden Cañedo, GMA Entertainment Group Senior Vice President Lilybeth G. Rasonable, Mirriam Manalo, Josh Adornado, Anthony Rosaldo and GMA Artist Center Assistant Vice President and Head for Talent Imaging and Marketing Unit Simoun Ferrer.

THE CLASHERS

MA Artist Center warmly welcomed its new breed of talented performers in a contract signing held in GMA Network Center last October 11.

Caluag, Esterlina Olmedo, Bryan Chong, Psalms David, Jasmine Fitzgerald, and Muriel Lomadilla are ready to start a new journey in their career as they inked their management contracts with GMA Artist Center.

The Clash ultimate champion Golden Cañedo, finalists Jong Madaliday, Mirriam Manalo, Garrett Bolden, Josh Adornado, Anthony Rosaldo, Kyryll Ugdiman, Mika Gorospe, Danielle Ozaraga, Melbelline

Meanwhile, GMA Entertainment Group Senior Vice President Lilybeth G. Rasonable is proud to welcome the Network’s newly-signed artists. She also revealed that GMA has already been

ANDREA TORRES

ersatile actress Andrea Torres affirms her commitment to GMA Network as she renewed her management contract with GMA Artist Center last October 9. Andrea feels thrilled and happy to renew her ties with GMA which she considers her second home. “Parang kailan lang. Nag-aapply dito yung sinasabi nilang ‘Time flies when you’re having fun.’ I am really having so much fun. Automatic naman talaga na magre-renew ako sa GMA Artist Center kasi parang family ko na sila at iba talaga yung samahan namin,” she said.

gearing up more quality projects for them. “We’re very proud of what The Clash has produced. We’re also very excited sa mga gagawin nilang projects in the coming months. For a start, we have Studio 7 this coming Sunday which they’ll be part of. We also planned a series of concerts for them. They will be performing in the different regions. Hopefully, madala rin natin sila abroad,” said the GMA executive.

ALEXANDER LEE

RODJUN CRUZ

ighly-talented actor and performer Rodjun Cruz is looking forward to more years as a Kapuso after renewing his management contract with GMA Artist Center last October 9. Rodjun is grateful to the Network’s immense support as he embarks on a new chapter in his career and acknowledged the challenging projects that GMA has been giving him. “Sobrang thankful talaga ako sa GMA sa tiwala na ibinibigay nila sa akin. Dito ko na-experience maging aktor dahil na-explore ko ang iba’t-ibang roles. Na-explore ko rin yung talent ko sa pagkanta at sa pagsasayaw. Mas ganado akong magtrabaho ngayon dahil nae-enjoy ko yung trabaho ko at marami akong napapasayang tao.”

orean actor and singer Alexander Lee remains a loyal Kapuso as he renewed his management contract with GMA Artist Center. During the contract signing last September 28, the Kapuso Oppa is filled with gratitude and high spirits as he remains to be part of the GMA family. “I’m very happy, you can see it from my genuine smile. For the past year, I really like how they took care of me and I really have a good time with all the Kapuso. Everybody is so good and nice,” said Alexander.

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UPDATES

GMA Network Partners with Twitter to Deliver Premium Video Content in APAC to Boost Audience GMA Network, Inc. recently partnered with social networking microblogging platform, Twitter, for the latter’s expanded video content initiative in Asia Pacific, along with more than 50 other leading content providers in the region. GMA, through the Twitter Amplify Publisher Program, provides a new way to make its content more visible and engaging. Twitter users across the region can already view GMA’s news and entertainment videos on-demand. With this, Twitter and publishers respond to the demands of today’s digital

landscape, one that has given consumers more control over how they access and use content across multiple screens and platforms. Capturing audience attention especially for the millennial segment is more challenging than ever for content providers worldwide as the media environment has become highly fragmented and more competitive. As GMA Network’s technology arm and future-proofing agent, GMA New Media Inc. (NMI) spearheads the initiative. GMA’s (@GMANetwork) partnership with Twitter will include content from GMA News and GMA’s top-rated TV programming such as drama actionfantasy series, Victor Magtanggol, among others.

GMA Network Inks Partnership with Miss Earth

Back row L-R: Miss Earth Chile Antonia Figueroa, Miss Earth Canada Jaime Vandenber, Miss Earth Mauritius Kirty Sujeewon, Miss Earth England Abbey-Anne Gyles-Brown, Miss Earth Philippines Silvia Celeste Cortes, and Miss Earth Hungary Réka Lukács Front row L-R: Carousel Productions Vice President Peachy Veneracion, GMA First Vice President for Program Management Jose Mari Abacan, Carousel Productions Executive Vice President Lorraine Schuck, and GMA Program Management Assistant Vice President Mitzi Garcia.

MA Network seals its partnership with Miss Earth as this year’s official broadcast partner of the prestigious beauty pageant for environmental awareness.

The contract signing was held on October 8 at GMA Network Center. Schuck expressed her excitement for the strong partnership of Miss Earth and GMA. “First, I am so excited that I am now a Kapuso. Of course, we’d

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like to work with GMA closely. We’ve always been open to suggestions and any collaborations. Isa lang naman ang aming target dito. It’s really to make Miss Earth’s advocacy really known to the world.”

Thai Actor Tao Phiangphor Melts Hearts of Filipino Fans

fter captivating Kapuso viewers on GMA Heart of Asia’s Lakorn remake of Princess Hours, Thai actor Sattaphong “Tao” Phiangphor flew to Manila for the first time to personally meet his Filipino fans. Known for his role as the crown prince “Prince Ian” in the Thai series, Tao felt easily at home because of the warm welcome of his Filipino admirers.

AWARDS

2018

GLORY AWARDS The University of the Philippines College of Mass Communication (UPCMC) recently honored two of GMA Network’s top senior executives for their excellence in broadcast media and television arts.

Launched last year, the ‘Glory Awards’ recognizes UP CMC’s alumni for their contribution to the industry they belong to in honor of UP CMC’s first dean, the late Dr. Gloria Feliciano.

8TH EDUKCIRCLE

The EdukCircle Awards is an annual event that recognizes personalities for their outstanding contribution to Philippine television.

Ivan Mayrina

Atom Araullo

Best Documentary Journalist

Drew Arellano

Alden Richards

Connie Sison

One of the Five Most Influential Male Endorsers of the Year

Jessica Soho

Regine VelasquezAlcasid

Best Travel Show Host

Best Health Show Host

Best Magazine Show Host

Lilybeth G. Rasonable Glory Awardee for Television Arts

Grace Dela Pena-Reyes Glory Awardee for Broadcast Journalism

DANGAL NG LIPI AWARD

Nathaniel “Mang Tani” Cruz

The Dangal ng Lipi Award is the highest recognition given by the Bulacan government to a Bulakenyo who has excelled in his profession. Mang Tani was the recipient under the field of Arts and Culture – Journalism.

Marian Rivera

One of the Five Most Influential Female Endorsers of the Year

Glaiza de Castro Best Actress

Jose Manalo

Best in Comedy (Male Category)

Connie Sison (Pinoy MD)

GMA Public Affairs Social Media Section Institutional Award for Cyber Press

GAWAD MIDYA AWARDS Recognizes excellent student media leaders and groups on different areas of campus media, creative writing, yearbook management, graphic design, disc jockeying, broadcasting, and online streaming.

Dingdong Dantes One of the Five Most Influential Film Actors of the Year

Eugene Domingo Best in Comedy (Female category)

The results of the Comguild Awards were based on the votes of the 76 members of the Board of Judges from different schools and universities across the country.

BANTOG: SCIENCE FOR THE PEOPLE MEDIA AWARDS Professional Award for Media Practitioner in Television

One of the Three Most Influential Concert Performers of the Year

COMGUILD MEDIA AWARDS

Arts and Culture Journalism

Recognizes the important role of media practitioners on TV, Radio, TV, and Online, as well as in government and private practice who made significant contributions in promoting science and technology information in the country through outstanding science reporting and coverage.

Maine Mendoza

Best Female Variety Show Host One of the Five Most Influential Female Endorsers of the Year

Best Male News Anchor

Alden Richards

Most Popular Television Personality of the Year

Taste Buddies

Vicky Morales

Solenn Heussaff Rhian Ramos

Most Outstanding Female News Presenter of the Year

Marisol Abdhuraman

Best Lifestyle Program

Best Lifestyle Program Host

Mike Enriquez

Best Female Field Reporter of the Year

Best AM Radio Anchor

Unang Hirit

Best AM Radio Program

Best Morning Show

I-Bilib

Best Educational Program

Super Balita (DZBB) Barangay Love Stories (Barangay LS FM) Best FM Radio Program

Jessic Soho

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ROI VINZON

CARLA ABELLANA, GLORIA DIAZ, & GABBI GARCIA

ROCCO NACINO & CHRISTIAN BAUTISTA

GMA’s Newest Primetime Series With a successful string of well-received family dramas, GMA Network once again unveils a new spectacle that is all set to make its “nakakalokang” debut on primetime, Pamilya Roces. On the outside, Pamilya Roces is perfectly happy and whole. They have wealth, power, and they own the biggest jewelry empire in the country. But that is just an illusion, because the truth is that the patriarch has not just one, not two, but three families! And when he unfortunately gets a heart attack, each of his families rush to his side. With this revelation, things get complicated. Suddenly, three women

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and five sisters find their lives outrageously and well, hilariously, intertwined. The series showcases different perspectives of a family that viewers will find amusing, but more importantly, witness relatable scenes that will tug at their heartstrings and endear them to its characters all throughout. The patriarch of the Roces clan is Rodolfo played by Roi Vinzon. He is rich, easily tempted, and the founder of Roces Group of Companies. Oh, and he is also the root cause of this entire family drama. Making the series more interesting is The Legal Family, headed by Miss

Universe 1969 Ms Gloria Diaz as Natalia Austria-Roces, Rodolfo’s wife. She is beautiful, sophisticated and a former model who came from a well-off family. Natalia has a very supportive sister, Camilla Austria, played by Snooky Serna. Camilla is kind, down-to-earth and treats Rodolfo’s stepchildren well. Rodolfo has two beautiful daughters. His eldest is Crystal Rose Roces-Javellana, played by top Kapuso actress, Carla Abellana. She has always been independent and is being groomed to be the next CEO of their company. Her greatest fear is not living up to people’s expectations, especially of her father’s. Global Endorser, Gabbi Garcia plays Jade Roces, the younger daughter. Spoiled, and very self-absorbed, she is a

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JASMINE CURTIS SMITH & SHAIRA DIAZ

famous social media influencer and her personality often clashes with her father. Rodolfo’s Second Family is composed of Violet Balocboc, played by Elizabeth Oropesa, a former kontesera who became a backup dancer. She will later on use her daughter, Amber Balocboc, played by Sophie Albert to get a larger share of Rodolfo’s wealth. Amber Balocboc, was the result of her parents’ one night stand. She is the main contra vida in Crystal’s life both in power and in love. But wait, there’s more! Playing equally vital roles are the members of The Third Family: Ana Roces as Lily Renacia, Rodolfo’s true love and the mother of Pearl and Amethyst; Shaira Diaz as Amethyst Roces. She is the youngest “sister” who is charming, smart, clingy and sweet to Rodolfo; and versatile actress Jasmine Curtis Smith in her very first Kapuso role as Pearl Renacia. She is technically not a Roces, but she’s creative, clever, and not afraid to stand up for what is right, especially for her half-sister, Amethyst. Joining the powerhouse ensemble are the men in the Roces Family: Rocco Nacino is Hugo Javellana, Crystal’s

SOPHIE ALBERT & ELIZABETH OROPESA

cariñosong husband who is currently one of the family company’s executives. He and Amber will have a secret affair; Andre Paras is Gareth Austria, Camilla’s adopted son. He is handsome, smart, and often avoids any sort of conflict with anyone. Eventually, he and Pearl will fall in love with each other. Adding fun and excitement in the series are the allies of the Roces Family: Christian Bautista is Ralph Gomez, the Roces family’s trusted lawyer. He’s a good listener and confidante, especially to Crystal whom he secretly has feelings for; Mika Dela Cruz as Chanel Rosales, Jade’s best friend who is also an influencer oozing with confidence and loves being the center of attention; Manolo Pedrosa as Gil Figueroa, a budding photographer who pursues Jade but gets rejected. Pamilya Roces is the primetime comeback of multi-awarded director Joel Lamangan. The show’s creative team is composed of creative director Roy Iglesias; creative consultant Agnes Uligan; headwriter and concept creator Denoy Navarro Punio; writers Renei Dimla, John Kenneth De Leon; and brainstormers Marlon Miguel, Evie Macapugay, Dantes Usman. This original series, created by the GMA Drama group, is headed by the SVP for Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable, VP for Drama Redgie A.

ANDRE PARAS & SNOOKY SERNA

Magno, AVP for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy, Senior Program Manager Redgynn Alba and Executive Producer Darling Torres. No family is ever perfect. In this case, it’s sisters versus sisters, mother versus mother, fighting for love and the family empire. But despite all the secrets, lies, and their many disagreements, in the end, all they have is one another. Because at the end of the day, family is still family. Don’t miss Pamilya Roces, weeknights after Onanay on GMA Telebabad. Get the latest updates about Pamilya Roces from the official Facebook page of GMA Drama www.facebook.com/GMADrama, Twitter account @GMADrama and the GMA Network website www. GMANetwork.com. Kapuso viewers from across the globe can also catch their favorite Kapuso shows via GMA’s international channels GMA Pinoy TV, GMA Life TV, and GMA News TV International. For the program guide, visit www.gmapinoytv.com.

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GMA Network commemorates the enduring legacy of

GMA Network pays tribute to the one and only German ‘Kuya Germs’ Moreno and his valuable contributions and loyalty to the Network by renaming one of its studios - the German Moreno Studio. Marking the 85th birthday of Kuya Germs last October 4, the Network remembers the industry’s star builder extraordinaire and the man behind the ground-breaking variety shows at GMA including Germside, Germspesyal, GMA Supershow, That’s Entertainment and Walang Tulugan with the Master Showman. During the dedication ceremony, GMA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Atty. Felipe L. Gozon relived Kuya Germs’ enormous and lasting contribution to the lives of many individuals and in show business, “We are grateful to Kuya Germs for devoting the more successful and longest part of his illustrious career in show business. Naming our Studio 6 after him will ensure that he will never be forgotten for his legendary contributions to the industry and his generosity to everyone in show business.”

UPDATES and his selflessness, “For me, the most significant part of his life is honest to goodness love. I would like to say thank you for this honor that you have bestowed on him. I am sure he is here. I know in his wildest dreams, he would never expect this because he never expected anything back.” One of Kuya Germs’ dearest friends Marichu “Manay Ichu” Maceda thanked the Network for valuing Kuya Germs’ works and loyalty, “I would like to extend our deepest and sincerest gratitude to GMA from the executives and to all the employees of GMA for having treated German as your very own. For that, we will forever be grateful to you.”

From left: GMA President and COO Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr, Chairman and CEO Felipe L. Gozon, Federico Moreno, and Executive Vice President and CFO Felipe S. Yalong

GMA Chief Operating Officer and President Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr. described Kuya Germs as the epitome of a loyal Kapuso as he spent almost five decades of his showbiz life in the network, “Hindi natulog, hindi kumupas at walang naging katulad ang ipinakitang loyalty ni Kuya Germs sa GMA Network. Nag-iisa lang talaga ang ating minamahal na Master Showman.” GMA Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President Felipe S. Yalong, in turn, shared that Kuya Germs lived his colorful life out of love and passion, “Talagang makulay at makabuluhan ang naging buhay ni Kuya Germs. Karangalan kong masaksihan ang buong-puso niyang pagmamahal sa industriyang ito.” GMA Films President Atty. Annette M. Gozon proved that Kuya Germs was a man of humility and generosity, “I’ve always admired Kuya Germs in his commitment to help aspiring stars. He had the vision, that’s why so many worldclass Filipino talents came from him. And even if he was ‘the’ Kuya Germs, talagang very down-to-earth. I’m very happy that we commemorate Kuya Germs by naming the studio after him.” GMA Entertainment Group Senior Vice President Lilybeth G. Rasonable took pride in Kuya Germs’ hard work, integrity, and undeniable influence in the industry, “It was such a great honor working with him. Ang mga leksyon at payo na ibinahagi niya sa aming mga taga-gawa ng mga programa at

sa mga artistang mga nakakatrabaho namin, lahat ‘yon ay napapakinabangan namin hanggang sa ngayon. Kaya isang malaking pasasalamat talaga sa legacy ni Kuya Germs.” GMA First Vice President for Program Management Joey R. Abacan recognized that Kuya Germs have touched so many lives, including his, “Kuya Germs, I’ll always be grateful for the friendship na namuo sa ating dalawa. Now that we are naming the studio after you, ang kaligayahan at ang pagmamahal na ibinigay mo sa amin will remain with us forever here in GMA.” Meanwhile, Kuya Germs’ family led by his son Federico Moreno, described Kuya Germs as “a man who did not just devote his life to his craft but also to the people he truly loves.” Federico expressed his deep admiration for his father’s dedication to his profession

Isko Moreno

DSWD Undersecretary Isko Moreno, one of Kuya Germs’ talents, testified to the late icon’s loyalty, “Today, he teaches us that it pays to be loyal. Ipinakita niya na ang pagiging matapat ng isang tao ay pagbubungahan niya hanggang sa kabilang buhay. We were taught that way by Kuya Germs many times.” The momentous occasion was graced by various personalities close to Kuya Germs’ heart including MTRCB Chairperson Maria Rachel Arenas, Queen of Philippine Movies Ms. Gloria Romero, John Nite, and his grandchildren Jose Miguel, Franshesca, Luis Gabriel and Jaime Rafael Moreno. Kapuso stars Jestoni Alarcon, Tina Paner, Sheryl Cruz, Jackie Lou Blanco, Sanya Lopez, Jak Roberto, Jake Vargas, Renz Valerio, Marika Sasaki, Will Ashley, and other GMA Network executives were also present to honor their mentor, friend and father figure in showbiz.

Marichu “Manay Ichu” Maceda

Jak Roberto and Sanya Lopez

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NEW PROGRAM

GMA Network Showcases a New Face of Infidelity in

Kris Bernal

What if the person you loved the most is also the one who will bring you the greatest pain? GMA Network brings viewers a different face of infidelity with its Afternoon Prime series, Asawa Ko, Karibal Ko. Highly-talented Kapuso actress Kris Bernal takes on the role of Rachel. She is beautiful, simple and dreams of having a happy family. Rachel meets Nathan, a smart businessman from a political family. Nathan marries Rachel out of pressure from his conservative family but he is unhappy and feels trapped. Deep down, he always knew he was gay, so he devised a way to fake his death. The truth is he went abroad and took their daughter with him. He undergoes sexual reassignment

and facial feminization surgery in order to fully embrace the woman inside him. He left without knowing that Rachel is pregnant with their second child. Rachel, after Nathan died, went to the province where she gave birth. Years later, Rachel meets the good-looking balikbayan Gavin, portrayed by returning Kapuso Rayver Cruz as he stars in his very first drama series in the Network. Rachel falls for him instantly but her prospect of happiness is met with a big blow when she discovers that he’s engaged to a mysterious and strikingly beautiful woman named Venus, breathed to life by Thea Tolentino. Venus is also a single mother who said that she got pregnant from her previous relationship.

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Rachel feels that something isn’t right with Venus. Eventually, she found out the truth: Venus is a sexually reassigned woman who is no other than her former husband, Nathan. Former husband and wife, now both fighting for the love of the same man. This is the intriguing and captivating premise of Asawa Ko, Karibal Ko. Playing a very special role in the series is Kapuso actor Jason Abalos as Nathan, Rachel’s husband and a woman trapped inside a man’s body. Playing important characters in Rachel’s life are: Lotlot De Leon as Lupita Santiago, her doting mother who really liked Nathan for her; Devon Seron as Maya Santiago, Rachel’s younger sister and her confidante;

NEW PROGRAM

Thea Tolentino

Rayver Cruz Jason Abalos

Annalyn Barro as Tina Santos, Rachel’s best friend who discovers that Nathan is cheating on her; Caprice Cayetano as Nicole Bravante, Rachel and Nathan’s daughter. Joining them are the vital characters in Nathan/Catriona’s life: Jean Saburit as Veronica Bravante, Nathan’s mother who is kind but projects a strong personality; Ricardo Cepeda as Lorenzo Bravante, a Congressman and Veronica’s husband who has long pressured their son Nathan to get married; Maricris Garcia as Allison Bravante, older sister of Nathan and the only person who knows about his secret; Matthias Rhoads as Daniel Lindberg, a Fil-Am who becomes Nathan’s “lover” but breaks up with him when he finds out that Nathan is married; Phil Noble as Mama Krissy, a transgender who will become Nathan’s confidante regarding his sexuality.

Under the helm of this series is director Mark Sicat dela Cruz. Behind this engrossing drama is the creative team composed of Creative Director Roy Iglesias; 2nd unit Director Jorron Lee Monroy; Concept Creator Marlon Miguel; Headwriter Richard ‘Dode’ Cruz; Creative Head RJ Nuevas; Writers Marlon Miguel and Renato Custodio; Brainstormers Erwin Bravo and Zita Garganera. The program is another original creation of the GMA Drama Group under the supervision of Senior Vice President for Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable; Vice President for Drama Redgie Acuña-Magno; Assistant Vice President for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy; and Senior Program Manager Camille Hermoso-Hafezan.

A love story and betrayal like no other. Don’t miss Asawa Ko, Karibal Ko’s premiere this October 22, from Mondays to Saturdays after Eat Bulaga on GMA Afternoon Prime. Get the latest updates about Asawa Ko, Karibal Ko from the official Facebook page of GMA Drama www.facebook.com/ GMADrama, Twitter account @GMADrama and the GMA Network website www. GMANetwork.com. Kapuso viewers from across the globe can also catch their favorite Kapuso shows via GMA’s international channels GMA Pinoy TV, GMA Life TV, and GMA News TV International. For the program guide, visit www.gmapinoytv.com.

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NEW PROGRAM

Back row (L-R): Tekla, Donita Nose, Mikee Quintos, Gabbi Garcia, Julie Anne San Jose, Kate Valdez, Cassandra Legaspi, Kyline Alcantara, Golden Cañedo, Mirriam Manalo, and Jhong Madaliday Front Row: (L-R): Maverick Legaspi, Migo Adecer, Mark Bautista, Christian Bautista, Rayver Cruz, Josh Adornado, and Garrett Bolden

GMA Opens Doors to a New Entertainment Experience in Newest Musical-Variety Show Prepare for a new entertainment experience for the whole family as the brightest Kapuso stars unite in GMA’s latest and most exciting musical-variety program dubbed as Studio 7. Every Sunday night holds a special surprise for Kapuso viewers as it gives them a chance to hang out with an ever-changing mix of the Network’s versatile and best performing artists. Its first two episode features Asia’s Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista,

Asia’s Pop Sweetheart Julie Anne San Jose and Pop heartthrob Mark Bautista. Global Endorser Gabbi Garcia and newest Kapuso hunk Rayver Cruz also join the fun in bringing their trending musical performances and grooves on the dance floor. Kapuso Network’s sought-after stars Kyline Alcantara, Migo Adecer, Mikee Quintos, Kate Valdez and twins Mavy and Cassy Legaspi offer one-of-a-kind performances to their fans. Adding more excitement in the show with their amusing brand of comedy are Donita Nose and Tekla also known as DonEkla.

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Because of their trending performances, The Clash superstars led by its first-ever Grand Champion Golden Cañedo, Jong Madaliday, Garrett Bolden, Josh Adornado and Mirriam Manalo also showcase their world-class talents on stage. For more colourful Sunday nights, fans and viewers will be able to feel the ultimate Kapuso music tambayan as they will have the chance to interact with various stars as they jam and dance with them in different episodes every week. Studio 7 will have new segments every week includingTrending where it will feature viral, heartwarming and interesting personalities online. In G na G, the hosts will take on the challenges given to them by the netizens. On the Spot, in turn, will showcase a grand vocal showdown among GMA’s finest singers. Studio 7 is under the helm of young TV director Miguel Tanchangco while heading the creative team is creative director Paolo Valenciano.

NEW PROGRAM

Vic Sotto-Maine Mendoza Tandem Headlines GMA Network’s Newest Saturday Habit

ANGELIKA DELA CRUZ

BENJIE PARAS & JELSON BAY

What do you get when you bring a promdi widower dad, his pasosyal unica hija, and their constant disagreements together in one posh condo unit? Loyal Kapuso viewers are in for more exciting and hilarious nights as GMA Network debuts its newest sitcom, Daddy’s Gurl. Bringing in the laughs is the no-fail comedic duo of Bossing Vic Sotto and Phenomenal Star Maine Mendoza as Barak and Visitacion “Stacy” Otogan. Barak is a devoted husband and the owner of Otogan Farm in Batangas. Visitacion, on the other hand, is a loving daughter. When she moved to Manila, she changed her name to Stacy. She is a trendsetter slash influencer slash digital maven whose daily goal is to trend on social media.

CHAMYTO

KEVIN SANTOS

OYO SOTTO

Adding fun to the sitcom is Wally Bayola as Marikit Otogan, the wife of Barak. When she passed away, her soul didn’t really leave and she is able to talk only to Barak through a portrait she left behind. Also showcasing his comedic chops is Oyo Sotto as Lance Saavedra, Stacy’s strict boss. He’s a smooth talker and thinks very highly of himself. Joining them are other characters that will add color to their everyday lives: Angelika Dela Cruz as Aling Oprah, the single and always available neighbor of Stacy and Barak who has a crush on him; Chamyto as himself, Oprah’s assistant; Benjie Paras as Tomas or Tom, Barak’s kind but gullible helper who comes to Manila with him; Jelson Bay as Gerardo or Gerry, Barak’s righthand man who may be small but thinks big; Chichirita as Beauty, Stacy’s friend and officemate; Kevin Santos as Daboy, Stacy’s handsome and sophisticated but not-so-manly friend.

CHICHIRITA

WALLY BAYOLA

When Barak lost his wife, Marikit, he became set on fulfilling her dying wish— that he guides and watches over their only daughter, Visitacion, until such time that she can stand on her own feet. And so, he decided to move to Manila to be with her. But coming from the province, Barak wasn’t used to urban condo living, and Visitacion wasn’t used to having her probisyano dad and his “old school” habits around. They may fight a lot over everything, but soon they learn that despite their so-called generation gap, they’re a family. And to put it simply, they love each other. Visitacion, or “Stacy” as she would like to call herself, is a daddy’s girl after all. Under the helm of Chris Martinez and production of M-Zet Productions, join Barak and Stacy’s adventures and misadventures in Daddy’s Gurl every Saturday night after Pepito Manaloto on GMA-7.

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Work Hard, Play Harder: Barangay LS DJs on Dealing with Pressures of the Modern Life

ptly dubbed as ‘The MVP’, Papa Jepoy loves to play basketball during his free time and shared that it is also his way of bonding with his sons. “Playing basketball helps me focus and it helps me think clearly. Healthy lifestyle na rin for the body and mind.”

ady Gracia, the latest addition to the Barangay, shared that solo travelling is her way of spending ‘me’ time. She also says that going to the beach helps ‘Ms. Trendy’ maintain a balanced outlook in life. “Kapag beach ang pinupuntahan ko, sinisigurado kong naaabutan ko talaga yung sunset kasi ang sarap lang umupo sa sand habang nakatingin ka sa papalubog na araw.”

To get to know more of Papa Jepoy, Mama Belle, Papa Bol, and Lady Gracia, catch them on Barangay LS 97.1 Tugstugan na! Listeners may also tune in via live audio stream at www. gmanetwork.com/radio/streaming/dwls.

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isteners tune in to the radio for their daily dose of positive vibes. Their days are made even better through good music and the bright personalities of Barangay LS 97.1 disc jocks. Just like everyone else, Papa Jepoy, Mama Belle, Papa Bol, and Lady Gracia also take time to pause and relax when the workday is done.

ama Belle is the Barangay’s ‘Squad Leader’ who looks after her fellow DJs as a reliable friend during challenging times. Whenever she feels stressed, she makes sure that she is surrounded by supportive friends. Having a pet dog named Bong Soon also keeps her company and cheers her up during bad days. “She is my stress reliever whenever she plays games with me. Ako kasi, kapag alam kong may masaya dahil sa akin or sa ginawa ko, nakakapagpasaya na rin ‘yun sa akin.”

isteners got even more kilig to know that Papa Bol’s current hobby is archery as ‘Mr. Dreamboy’ is slowly becoming a real-life cupid just like what he does in his on-air dating program “Wanted Sweetheart”. “I really fell in love with archery. Lalo na when you fix your gaze on the target, it’s like setting your goals and hitting the mark. It helps me focus so I can achieve my goals and helps me fight stress.”

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GMA Pinoy TV’s ‘Kapusong Pinoy: Paskuhan at Kantawanan sa Anaheim’ a sold-out success

ast October 7, thousands of Filipinos from different parts of America trooped to The Grove of Anaheim in Los Angeles, California to witness GMA Pinoy TV’s early Christmas treat bannered by some of the biggest Kapuso stars today – Ms. Ai Ai delas Alas, Christian Bautista, Julie Anne San Jose, Donita Nose and Super Tekla, and Ms. Marian Rivera-Dantes. The special musical event is GMA Pinoy TV’s way of giving thanks to the Kapuso viewers in Southern California for welcoming GMA’s flagship international channel into their homes since 2005.

Marian Rivera with the surprise participation of husband Dingdong Dantes

Tom Rodriguez Spreads Filipino Cheer in South Korea via GMA Pinoy TV

ulti-talented Kapuso actor Tom Rodriguez joined the celebration of the MAMF -- GPTV’s first sponsored event in South Korea last October 7. “Maraming salamat sa mainit na pagtanggap sa akin. Sana magkaroon pa po ako ng isang pagkakataon na makasama kayo ng personal. I love all of you and thank you so much for having me here and making me feel welcome here in South Korea,” said the Kapuso heartthrob.

Julie Anne San Jose and Christian Bautista

Tekla, Ai-ai delas Alas, and Donita Nose

Donita Nose, Ai-ai delas Alas, Julie Anne San Jose, Marian Rivera, Tekla, and Christian Bautista poses for a selfie

GMA Life TV @ 10: Great things are Coming to Life

MA’s international lifestyle channel GMA Life TV marks another milestone as it celebrated its 10th anniversary by giving Kapuso abroad exciting new treats and programs. In addition, viewers may stay tuned for updates on free previews and their favorite shows by following GMA Life TV’s new Instagram page, @gmalifetv. “We are bringing in an exciting new line-up of program varieties to give our viewers quality content that is refreshing to watch,” said GMA First Vice President and Head of International Operations Joseph T. Francia. “We continue serving our mission of not just bringing Pinoys abroad closer to home, but also giving them the best of Filipino lifestyle wherever they may be,” he added. GMA KAPUSO MAGAZINE | OCTOBER 2018 ISSUE