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ABS-CBN reaped 38 awards for its child-safe programs and and worth-emulating TV personalities at the Anak TV Awards recently. The Anak TV Seal, a seal of good housekeeping on Philippine television not found anywhere else in the world, was awarded to 18 Kapamilya programs deemed as wholesome and generally child safe. The awardees of Anak TV Seal were chosen by jurors composed of parents, educators, business and media people, government, media, NGOs, religious sector, and youth. ABS-CBN’s regional programs led the pack of winners namely “Agri tayo Dito,” “Bayanijuan,” “Bida Kapampangan,” “MagTV Na Amiga–Bacolod,” “MagTV Na–Cebu,” “MagTV Na De Aton…

The four coaches of the top-rating and Twitter-trending “The Voice of the Philippines” will begin to trim down their teams in the battle rounds this weekend (Dec 6 and 7), but their power to steal artists from one another will make the stakes even higher for them. Coaches Apl de Ap, Sarah Geronimo, Bamboo, and Lea Salonga will choose two artists from their respective teams to perform a song and select a winner from each battle who will advance to the next stage of the competition – the knockouts. However, the eliminated artists may get a second chance if another…

LONDON, UK, December 4, 2014 – James Bond producers, Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli today announced the title of the 24th James Bond adventure, “Spectre.” The film, from Albert R. Broccoli’s EON Productions, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios, and Sony Pictures Entertainment, is directed by Sam Mendes and stars Daniel Craig, who returns for his fourth film as Ian Fleming’s James Bond 007. “Spectre” begins principal photography on Monday, December 8, and is set for global release on November 6, 2015. Along with Daniel Craig, Mendes presented the returning cast, Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris, Ben Whishaw and Rory Kinnear as well as…

ABS-CBN’s primetime supremacy was bolstered by its top-caliber teleseryes, including the recently concluded “Pure Love” and “Hawak Kamay,” and new offerings “Bagito” and “Dream Dad.” “Pure Love” ended on a high note last November 14 with 29.2%, which was also the program’s all-time-high national TV rating. Its rival program, on the other hand, “Coffee Prince” got 11.2% on the said day. “Hawak Kamay” also finished strongly last November 21 with 33.5%, while its rival “More Than Words” scored 16.4%. “Bagito” instantly captured viewers during its premiere last November 17 with a national TV rating of 27.2%, while its rival program…

ABS-CBN kept its stronghold in national TV viewership in November after hitting an average total day audience share of 45%, or eleven points higher than GMA’s 34%, based on data from Kantar Media. Kantar Media uses a nationwide panel size of 2,609 urban and rural homes that represent 100% of the total Philippine TV viewing population, while the other ratings data supplier AGB Nielsen reportedly has only 1,980 homes based solely in urban areas that represent only 57% of the Philippine TV viewing population. More urban and rural households also tuned in to the primetime (6PM-12MN) programs of ABS-CBN, which…

What to expect on GMA Network this 2015? ABS-CBN already revealed their line-up of show for 2015, GMA Network has yet to unveil its line-up of innovative programs that are sure to uphold the network’s thrust of providing quality and world-class entertainment. I’m not sure if GMA Network will have their own Trade Launch this year just like what ABS-CBN did last night to unveil their upcoming shows especially to advertisers. But I’m hoping for at least a cinema plug just like what they did on the previous years. They’re goof at cinema plugs. Anyways, the Kapuso channel will offer at…

Without a doubt, Jodi Sta. Maria and Angelica Panganiban are considered ABS-CBN’s prized talents not just because of some kind of awards, they’re darlings of the critical establishment (the reputable ones, at least) among those mainstream actresses we know. Amor’s and Claudia’s roles are basically character roles. Jodi Sta. Maria as Amor de Jesus-Powers (later Buenavista) will play as the lowly maid of the Buenavista clan whose love for Eduardo transcends the boundaries of their stations in life. Keeping their relationship a secret is as hard as having to please Doña Benita who treats her with cruelty. Her love for Eduardo will be crushed by greed,…

2015 is another exciting year for ABS-CBN! As expected, in a Trade Launch for their upcoming programs for the first quarter of 2015 on December 2 held at the NBC Tent, Taguig, ABS-CBN unveiled some of the biggest programs that the network will be offering. The said ABS-CBN trade launch was attended by big Kapamilya stars who will be part of the latest and upcoming offerings of the Kapamilya network. The highlight of the recent Trade Launch was the official announcement of “Pangako Sa ‘Yo” remake and its cast. It will exciting to see two of today’s Kapamilya prized talents like Jodi Sta. Maria and Angelica…

“Dream Dad” topbilled by Janna Agoncillo and Zanjoe Marudo stays on the top as the overall #1 most-watched television show during weekdays based on the latest TV ratings released by Kantar Media for nationwide – urban and rural Philippines. Meanwhile, Julia Barretto and Iñigo Pascual first team-up in “MMK” last Saturday landed as the most-watched TV program on weekends followed by “The Voice of The Philippines” with 31.0% on Saturday and 29.5% on Sunday. November 8, 2014 – Friday Kape’t Pandasal (0.1%) / Mga Kwento Ni Marc Logan (Replay) (0.9%) vs. Alisto! (Replay) (1.0%) Umagang Kay Ganda (4.3%) vs. Unang Hirit (3.8%) Kris Tv (6.0%)…

It’s official! Teen King and Queen Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo was announced earlier at ABS-CBN Trade Launch to remake of “Pangako Sa ‘Yo,” which originally starred Kristine Hermosa and Jericho Rosales. Angelica Panganiban and Jodi Sta. Maria made the remake more exciting as they play iconic roles of Claudia Buenavista and Amore Powers respectively. Originally aired in 2000, “Pangako Sa ‘Yo” centered on sweethearts Yna (Hermosa) and Angelo (Rosales), who are anguished over the discovery that they might be half-siblings. When secrets from their parents’ past unravel, Yna and Angelo are relieved to find out that they have no blood relation. The top-rating teleserye was also…

Meet Thunder, a funny little cat that was accidentally abandoned by his family one stormy night. Seeking shelter from the rain, he found himself at the gates of “The House of Magic” where he meets Lawrence, the mysterious energetic magician. “The House of Magic” is an eye-candy adventure for the whole family where fun animals and animated creatures abound. Lawrence shares his fairy-tale world with many animals and a dazzling array of automatons and gizmos capable of whipping up breakfast while rolling out a spectacular song-and-dance routine. He soon makes Thunder feel welcome, but Jack the rabbit and Maggie the…

Christmas 2014 comes to greater life as the country’s well-loved athletes in the PBA, popular celebrities and personalities, as well as the most influential movers and shakers of the news and corporate world, sign up for a one-of-a-kind online fundraising activity. “SARI-SARI STARS”, which is currently live on www.BuyandSellPH.com, lines up the biggest names from the sports, news, entertainment and business industries who have donated some of their most valued personal items in a special online sale. All proceeds from this special sale will be for the benefit of Tulong Kapatid’s disaster response and preparedeness programs, which is the CSR…

ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya” shares this Saturday (December 6) an extraordinary love that blossomed between a priest and a nun. The world of Fr. Francis (to be played by Arjo Atayde) begins to change when he meets the charming and confident nun named Joanna (to be portrayed by Yen Santos), who asked him to get involved in a non-government organization that sympathizes with radical groups. From being simple acquaintances who march together to Mendiola, Fr. Francis and Sis. Joanna became good friends as they enjoy lengthy talks about their vocation, their common cause of helping and serving other people, and…

Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago is known to be the fearless politician in the Philippines, but recently, she is also fast becoming the Senator who can crack up jokes and witty pick-up lines during any type of event: whether it be a privilege speech, an interview or a press conference. Due to popular demand, Asia’s Iron Lady is coming out with “Stupid is Forever,” a compilation of jokes, one-liners, pick-up lines, comebacks, and speeches delivered by the iconic senator. “Stupid is Forever” by ABS-CBN Publishing is launching on December 3, 3014 at National Book Store in Trinoma with a meet and…

Asia’s Nightingale Lani Misalucha will bring this Saturday (December 6) the unrivaled Las Vegas entertainment experience to the Araneta Coliseum through her much-awaited return concert titled “La Nightingale.” Lani sets the bar higher not only through her timeless hits, her jaw-dropping renditions of international classic ballads and today’s popular tracks, but also with a thrilling showcase of her world-class artistry through a Cirque du Soleil production number that will surely keep everyone at the edge of their seats. Joining Lani in her special night are Arnel Pineda, Jed Madela, G-Force and other surprise guests. “La Nightingale,” which will happen on…

Grandslam-actress Lorna Tolentino is reportedly back with the Kapamilya network. Lorna Tolentino is back on ABS-CBN with a couple of projects already lined up, including a soap opera and a movie. Lorna will be doing first a movie with Teen Queen and King Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla, known as KathNiel, under Star Cinema slated for next year. According to the director of the film Rory Quintos, the thought of the movie which depict the love story of the two people who are broken hearted and find healing to each other. This movie project will immediately start shooting this month. Lorna was last seen on…