Author: Anae Andolan
Star Magic, ABS-CBN’s talent management arm, is set to offer an exciting lineup of events this May. After a long wait caused by the pandemic, these events aim to bring Kapamilya stars closer to their fans. One of the most anticipated events is the ‘Hot Summer LaHot Sexy Bikini Ball’ on May 4th. According to Love Capulong, director and digital head of Star Magic, “We will witness the stars slaying in their own skin.” Reily Santiago, the business unit head for Star Magic, said in a press conference for ‘Save The Date’ on April 26, “We’re sort of crafting the…
Filipino actress Ellen Adarna candidly answered questions about why she took a break from the spotlight with her husband, Derek Ramsay. Adarna, ambassador for Shinagawa Lasik & Aesthetics, was present at the grand opening of Shinagawa’s highly specialized facility in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig on April 26. Regarding her decision to take a break, Adarna said, “Ayoko mag-taping, ayoko mag-soap. Alam naman natin na it requires a lot of energy and time away from family. It is my choice to take a break.” The actress appeared to live a happy life with her husband, Derek Ramsay. She stated, “We’re just…
Voltes V: Legacy stars Martin del Rosario and Liezel Lopez spilled behind-the-scenes secrets about the iconic costumes of Prince Zardoz and Zandra. From tight suits to heavy armor, the stars dish on the highs and lows of dressing up as the beloved prince and his adviser. You won’t believe what they had to go through to bring these characters to life! Martin shared, “Nung mga first leg ng taping, ‘Parang ang gwapo ko, ang angas.’ Pero nung bandang dulo, ‘Eto na naman, sawang-sawa na ako suotin.’” According to the actor, he had to film multiple heavy fighting scenes with his…
Xyriel Manabat may have taken a hiatus from acting for a few years, but she never left her fans’ hearts. Her recent comeback project, ‘Dirty Linen’ has once again proven that she has what it takes to capture an audience’s attention and leave a lasting impression. What’s interesting about her recent role is that she’s playing “Kontrabida”, which is a far cry from the cute and bubbly kid roles she played in the past. But according to the young actress, her fans love her “Kontrabida” role even more. “Natutuwa po sila and favorite na nila ako na kontrabida kasi hindi…
Martin Del Rosario spills the tea on getting the role of Prince Zardoz in ‘Voltes V: Legacy’ despite being initially intimidated during the audition. On April 12, Martin Del Rosario shared in a press conference about his unforgettable audition experience for ‘Voltes V’. He shared, “Sobrang daming nag-audition, I think nagkasabay yung audition for Mark and Zardoz.” “Binigay na sakin yung script, and pagtanggap ko nung script, kinabahan ako bigla. Kasi yung mg lines ni Zardoz, sobrang lalim, na-overwhelm ako. Isang page siya na mahaba na marami akong hindi maintindihan na tagalog.” Initially, he studied Mark Gordon’s role, which he…
Tiana Kocher is a singer-songwriter who comes from a family of politicians and artists. While she acknowledges the expectations that come with being compared to her relatives who are also in the music industry, such as her late grandmother Armida Siguion-Reyna and cousin Chris Villonco, Tiana embraces the fact that their genres are different and looks up to them for inspiration. During the press conference on Friday, April 21 at Delimondo Cafe, the singer shared, “I absolutely respect the love that they have when they pave such a way for themselves – A lot of them have classical and musical…
Kapuso actress Liezel Lopez is widely recognized for her stunning beauty and alluring charm. Even the director of the upcoming mega-TV series, ‘Voltes V: Legacy’, Mark Reyes, couldn’t help but notice her seductive presence. “Liezel was flirting with me the whole time – she was sexy,” joked director Mark Reyes. “Of course, she delivered with the acting.” Lopez is set to portray Zandra, the unrequited lover of Zardoz and the most cunning woman in Boazania. This is in the upcoming TV series ‘Voltes V: Legacy’. In order to prepare for the physically demanding role, the actress underwent intensive training in…
Kim Rodriguez is set to star alongside Ian Pangilinan in an episode of the upcoming second season of Love Bites, a love story anthology. During the press conference, when asked about her second project as a Kapamilya actress and how she’s adjusting, Kim shared that she was thrilled and that the pressure of working with a new team motivated her to do even better. “Sobrang nakakatuwa po, nakakataba ng puso until now, kasi nga gaya ng sabi ko kanina, first time ko silang lahat makatrabaho, syempre hindi ko maiwasan yung pressure. Pero yung pressure namang yon, iniisip ko, in a…
Tiana Kocher, the rising R&B singer-songwriter, recently shared her admiration for her former schoolmate Donny Pangilinan. In an interview on Friday, April 19th, at Delimondo Cafe, Kocher revealed that she is impressed with Pangilinan’s humble personality and didn’t hesitate to speak highly of him. “I don’t know if there’s anyone who I want to be paired with, but I did go to school with Donny Pangilinan. He’s very humble,” she said. Pangilinan, a Filipino actor, model, and TV host, has been making waves in the industry, gaining recognition for his talent and good looks. He is also known for his…
Bea Binene, the talented Kapuso actress, is not just finding herself working on a project outside of the GMA Network, but also with a whole new set of friends! During the press conference for her upcoming TV series ‘The Rain in España’ on April 19, Bea Binene excitedly shared about the friendships she has formed with her co-stars. In the upcoming series, the actress will star as Via, whom she calls very “Tita”. According to her, “Via is very responsible, very selfless, and caring. Hindi lang basta sa kaibigan niya, but sa pamilya niya din.” The actress also shared feeling…
During the recent presser of Love Bites Season Two on April 20, Kaila Estrada shared a valuable lesson she learned from her celebrity mom Janice de Belen–in choosing to be in love with oneself. “Love is a choice. But I feel like the worst thing you can do is ‘pag nagmamahal ka is makalimutan mo ‘yung sarili mo,” Kaila emphasized. “I feel like you need to learn how to love yourself also. Kasi siyempre hindi mo mabibigay ‘yung love na gusto mo, hindi magiging healthy ‘yung love na maibibigay mo kung hindi mo uunahin na mahalin ang sarili mo.” Estrada…
April 18, during the ‘Voltes V: Legacy’ press conference, actor Martin Del Rosario shared a fascinating experience during a shoot. He was supposed to jump off a high stage after his monologue. According to him, “Yung eksena na si Zardoz tatalon sya doon sa flame, yung eksena mataas yung stage tapos nakita ko may foam sa baba, after ko mag monologue tatalon ako yun yung pagkakaintindi ko, after ng monologue ko tumalon ako tapos nagulat ako sina Direk sumigaw na ‘Martin bakit ka tumalon?!'” The director and other crew members were definitely surprised why the actor jumped. Mark Reyes, the…
Heaven Peralejo and Marco Gallo are set to star as Luna and Kalix in the upcoming TV adaptation of the hit novel ‘The Rain in Espana’. The adaptation will screen on May 1 on Vivamax. The novel, written by Gwy Saludes in 2019, gained a massive following among romance enthusiasts and is now being adapted for television. During the April 19 press conference for the upcoming TV series, Heaven Peralejo expressed her satisfaction with her on-screen partner, saying, “Kung iba po yung ka-partner ko, siguro may kulang.” Marco Gallo also shared his positive experience working with the actress. He said,…
The beautiful and talented singer Tiana Kocher, who could easily pass for a Hollywood star, impressed the entertainment press during a press conference at Delimondo Cafe on Friday, April 21. Tiana showcased her vocal prowess and sang her latest single Slow It Down, which left everyone in awe. Tiana, based in the United States, is not just a gifted singer and songwriter but also has the potential to become an actress in television and film for her undeniable beauty! With over six million streams as an independent artist, Tiana’s debut single Just My Type made it to the Top 40…
Liezel Lopez fears losing projects over her iconic role in ‘Voltes V’ as ‘Zandra’. Last April 12, the busy actress spilled the beans about shooting other TV projects simultaneously. Many would recognize Liezel Lopez, a finalist in the 2016 Starstruck, for her role in ‘Return to Paradise’ alongside Derrick Monasterio. She was Sabina last year, and ‘Babawiin ko ang Lahat’ in 2021 as Trina. What we don’t know is that she has successfully juggled both projects while also portraying ‘Zandra’, Zardoz’s unrequited lover and the most cunning woman in Boazania. The actress shared, “Very happy po ako na natupad yung…
The highly popular Wattpad novel The Rain in España from the University series, with 139 million reads, is finally coming to our screens, and author Gwy Saludes is grateful to Viva for bringing her characters to life. “I’m so honored na they gave me the chance to give my comments, then a feedback para mas maging better pa yung kalabasan ng episode, at nakabantay ako kung ano dapat yung imaintain.” said Gwy. Saludes expressed her gratitude and happiness with how the adaptation turned out. “Thankful po talaga ako na The Rain in España is becoming a TV show.” she said.…