Author: JE CC
The Kapamilya noontime show’s April 6 debut, on GMA Network’s main channel, threatens to crush the tight competition between the two lording noontime shows. With GTV and A2Z alone, It’s Showtime, has been able to beat noontime mammoth, EAT Bulaga, in the ratings battle. The Kapamilya show has in fact emerged the number one noontime show, 19 times already, since it made its historic debut on GMA Network’s other free-to-air channel, GTV, on July 1, 2023. Now, with It’s Showtime, airing for the first time on the Kapuso Network’s main channel (DZBB-TV Channel 7), which once made EAT Bulaga an indomitable force in…
Serving as Marian Rivera’s comeback TV series, My Guardian Alien, banks on immersive visuals, heartwarming story, and impressive directorial direction, to deliver an intergalactic primetime spectacle. Synopsis: Marian Rivera plays the goddess-looking, 11-1-20-8-5-22-9-12-5, an extra-terrestrial being, who has assumed the form of the deceased human, Katherine. Her arrival to the lives of father-and-son, Carlos (Gabby Concepcion) and Doy (Raphael Landicho), serves as both a blessing and a curse, as it marks a transformative journey for Carlos’ family, while it also exposes their lives to an impending intergalactic threat, one Katherine must prevent, while also keeping her true identity concealed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6sAnZlG4DTM Visual Brilliance.…
Packed with sweetness, comic energy, and warmth, the Philippine remake of this global K-Drama hit, is completely on a different level of insanely fun! The Philippine adaptation of What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim? has arrived on Viu, and it’s armed with fantabulous sweetness and charm, you simply can’t resist. Not to mention the KimPau (Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino) team up has just recently got the whole country furious in Linlang, the heartwarming series about an office romance between a narcissistic boss and his employee, is certainly a much-needed breather. Here are five compelling reasons, why you need to put…
Vice Ganda defied conventions and broke down cultural barriers, by hitting pinnacles of success previously accomplished by no other member of the LGBTQIA+ community, in the local entertainment scene. At 48, Vice Ganda stands as a screaming proof to the power of determination, resilience, sheer artistry, and ingenuity. A living icon and a master of what he does, the Kapamilya artist transcended and succeeded tribulations of his career, all to show the local entertainment industry he lords, that she remains on top of his game, shining luminously as the “unkabogable phenomenal superstar” he has become. Celebrating his 48th year and…
In an unprecedented move that ushers a new era in Philippine entertainment, ABS-CBN has not only continued its glorious pivot to digital dominance but also forged a historic collaboration with its former rival, GMA Network. After the non-renewal of its broadcast franchise in 2020, ABS-CBN has been on a transformative journey, shifting its focus to becoming a content powerhouse both in traditional television and in the digital space. The network’s head of digital, Jamie Lopez, highlighted the significant growth of ABS-CBN’s digital presence, which now serves audiences worldwide with a diverse range of content. Similarly, ABS-CBN has made significant strides…
BINI, the vibrant all-girl ensemble, has taken the PPOP world by storm. From their humble beginnings to becoming the most streamed PPOP idol group on Spotify, BINI’s journey is nothing short of spectacular. Here’s a look at how these talented artists have bloomed in maturity and diversity, capturing the hearts of fans worldwide. A Blossoming Beginning BINI traces its humble beginning from their meticulous two-year training at ABS-CBN’s Star Hunt, a massive talent search and campaign launched by the network to look for and nurture promising talents, a few years ago.Their dedication paid off when they debuted in June 2021…
Not too many stars rise to pinnacle of success as Kathryn Bernardo. At 28, she is already royalty, with multiple achievements under her belt. From being a child actress to her sensational ascent to superstardom, she relentlessly moves forward in her career, reinventing and adapting to the ever-evolving landscape of Philippine entertainment. As her generation’s most bankable leading lady, Bernardo touched millions of lives and captured the hearts of many. That said, it’s her journey as a solo artist, which began just recently, that ultimately allowed her showcase the best she has to offer. From Primetime Queen to Solo Artist…
Kim Chiu continues to solidify her status as a formidable force in the industry, riding the wave of changes that the Philippine entertainment landscape seems to have no choice but ride. Kim Chiu’s vibrant showbiz career stands as a screaming testament to adaptability, longevity, and lasting mass appeal. From her humble roots as a reality TV darling to becoming a teleserye royalty, Chiu has dealt with the shifting tides of showbiz with grace and tenacity, riding its every shocking turn, with sheer wit and infectious energy. Her journey is a touching tale filled with immersive lessons about personal transformation and…
In the ever-evolving landscape of Philippine showbiz, the sensational rise of a new loveteam that captures the hearts of millions is a phenomenon that echoes through the annals of entertainment history. The latest to join this illustrious lineage are Belle Mariano and Donny Pangilinan, collectively known as DonBelle, who have swiftly risen to become the new generation’s phenomenal loveteam. The Legacy of Loveteams: A Cultural Phenomenon The Philippines has long cherished its loveteams, with pairs like that of Nora Aunor and Tirso Cruz III, Sharon Cuneta and Gabby Concepcion, Judy Ann Santos and Piolo Pascual, Bea Alonzo and John Lloyd…
The Kapamilya noontime show moved to GMA Network’s sister free-to-air channel, GTV, July, last year. The twists and turns on noontime continue to persist. In the wake of the untimely and abrupt cancellation of TAPE Inc’s Tahanang Pinakamasaya, speculations about which show will occupy the vacated noontime block of the Kapuso Network’s main channel, had netizens and loyal noontime viewers guessing. Will a currently-airing show take over, or will a newly-produced noontime show, debut on Kapuso daytime’s biggest ad revenue-generating block? After some reports alluding to Willie Revillame’s Wowowin taking over the block is no longer pushing through, more reports…
The top rating Kapuso series fell behind fellow Kapuso series, Lilet Matias: Attorney-at-Law, and Makiling, in the ratings game. Has GMA Network committed a mistake in moving Abot Kamay Na Pangarap to an earlier timeslot. The move notably came in the wake of the sudden cancellation of the TAPE Inc noontime show, Tahanang Pinakamasaya. The show aired its final episode on Thursday, March 7. New Kapuso movie block, Lunchtime Movie Hits, debut in its place, on Friday, March 8. However, with this new program shakeup, an extra 30 minutes of airtime became available. To fill this vacated space in its daytime programming, …
Idol Philippines and Pinoy Big Brother alumna, Anji Salvacion, considers her new EP (extended play), as a representation of her growth in life and career. Anji Salvacion talked about the incredible changes she went through, in the past few years, having survived and navigated hateful and negative comments on social media. Alongside countless supporters, the talented Star Magic artist also received an unbelievable amount of bashing and bad judgment, since winning the 10th season of Pinoy Big Brother in 2022. During our exclusive interview with her at the Dusit Thani hotel in Mactan, Cebu, last February 27, she took the…
The P-POP group threatens to dislodge ‘P-POP’ Kings, SB19, as the most streamed idol P-POP group on Spotify. The Nation’s Girl Group, BINI, continues to excel in the P-POP world, largely driven by its latest viral song, ‘Pantropiko’. Now with over 7 million on streams on the platform, the track pushes the girl group to a height never achieved by any female idol P-POp group, on the streaming giant. https://www.tiktok.com/@lionheartv/video/7343204120326638854?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=6989129700908140033 The girl group saw its unique monthly listeners on the platform, explode from 300,000 in early February, 2024 to 865,000 last week. With ‘Pantropiko’ continuing to soar in streams, as…
The record-breaking feats mark Primetime Bida’s strongest line ups, since the ABS-CBN franchise denial, in 2020. It is raining double digits for Linlang, The Teleserye Version. After setting a brand new record on Wednesday, March 6, with a 10.5 people rating, according to Nielsen Philippines, the Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino-starrer, went on to break its own record anew, on Thursday, March 7, with an ultra-impressive 10.7, versus 7.8 of rival show, Love.Die.Repeat. The figures mark a back-to-back post-shutdown highs, for any Kapamilya show airing on the second primetime slot (8:45 PM). Similarly, Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano’s Can’t Buy Me Love, continues to…
The young onscreen pair continues to unfold as a new television phenomenon on primetime. The last time we saw a strong loveteam soar with phenomenal success, is when Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla, a.k.a. KathNiel, was lording both the small and big screens with top rating teleseryes and top grossing romantic films. Coming in the wake of the pandemic, new onscreen tandems emerged, mostly showing promise of soaring to levels achieved by their predecessors who have left lasting legacy in the world of love teams. Focus on Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano, aka DonBelle. Are they the next big thing in showbiz…
Anji Salvacion shares her younger brother’s journey to recovery from hearing loss with Manila Hearing Aid. Salvacion’s advocacy for hearing care stems from her brother’s battle with hearing loss and subsequent recovery. Anji Salvacion is making waves as a rising artist, showcasing immense potential and talent for a global audience. Alongside her ascent to success is her commitment to advocating for hearing care. Inspired by her brother’s struggle with hearing loss and his eventual recovery with the assistance of Manila Hearing Aid, the young Kapamilya singer-actress finds optimism and determination to confront her own challenges. She had the opportunity to…