Author: RJ Mataro

On February 6, actor Enrique Gil hoped that Lisa Frankenstein would be the start of Liza Soberano’s Hollywood career. At the advance screening event for Lisa Frankenstein, which LionhearTV attended, Gil said it has always been a dream of Soberano to become a Hollywood actress. “I hope so, you know, this is her dream. Whatever she wants in life, and if this is her dream, I’m all for it.” He then noted how he avidly follows Soberano’s career, especially with the red-carpet premiere of her horror-comedy movie. “We’re happy for Liza. It’s always been my dream to be her living her dreams, and it…

On January 26, actor-vice governor Ejay Falcon shared how he balances his acting career and being a public official. At the media conference Walang Matigas na Pulis sa Matinik na Misis Season Two, which LionhearTV covered, Falcon cited how time management helps him with his showbiz commitments and his duties as the vice governor of Oriental Mindoro. “Actually, ano lang ‘yan eh, time management. Ang itatanong lang sayo diyan ay ‘yung katawan at ‘yung isip mo. I mean, pwede ka namang mag-taping. Like ito, ‘yung schedule nito, Thursday Saturday. So dalawa lang sa isang linggo. And for example, ang session namin ay…

On January 31, Rekta sa Kalye Chief Operating Officer Mong Feliciano issued an apology over the postponed music festival in November 2023. At the media event for the Blvck Summer Festival, which LionhearTV covered, Feliciano first explained what happened with their postponed music festival in November, citing a misunderstanding between them and their executive producer. “So technically ito ‘yun no, as many of the festivals na may tendency na ma-reschedule, unfortunately, we are one of those. And siyempre, lahat ng festivals, lahat ng movement, ‘yun ‘yung pinaka bangungot na pwedeng mangyari. Hindi kami naiiba, pwedeng mangyari sa amin ‘yun. Napansin ko na…

On February 2, Kapamilya actor Enrique Gil stated that he’s not worried about getting typecasted with his role in I’m Not Big Bird.  At the media conference for I’m Not Big Bird, which LionhearTV covered, Gil maintained that he isn’t afraid of getting defined by his role in the adventure comedy film. “No hindi naman po, hindi naman po. Kapag napanood ninyo naman po ‘yung pelikula, makikita mo rin naman po ako rin naman si Big Bird eh. So, ‘yun.” He even recounted how some people he knew in ABS-CBN would joke around calling him Big Bird. “Actually, nasa CR ako the other day dito,…

On February 6, Sparkle artists Bryce Eusebio and Princess Aliyah recounted their journey from homegrown Kapuso child stars to GMA Network’s newest love team. At the media event for their social media serye Sparkle Tiktok Kilig Series, which LionhearTV covered, Aliyah noted how she idolized love teams when she was younger. “Ako naman po, noong bata po ako, ang dami kong ina-idolize na love teams. And nacu-curious din po ako kung ano ‘yung feeling and kung magiging ganon din po ako. Pero, kasi noong bata po ako, hindi ko siya masyadong iniisip kasi siyempre, laro lang, tapos work-work.” Eusebio remarked that he always…

On February 7, Kapamilya star Xyriel Manabat addressed whether she was open to continuing her on-screen pairing with Elijah Canlas from Senior High. At a media conference at the Limbaga 77 Cafe, which LionhearTV covered, Manabat clarified that she wants to remain a solo artist but remained open to the possibility of having love interests in future projects. “Para po sa akin, okay po ako to be Xyriel Manabat pero okay po ako at wala po ako problema if may ka-love interest po ako sa isang palabas o kahit sa susunod na palabas iisa lang po ‘yung ka-love interest ko,…

On January 25, Scrubb member Ball hinted at a big project for the Thai duo in 2024. At the media event for Scrubb Live in Manila, which LionhearTV covered, Ball first noted their future projects with the legendary music production company Bakery Music, with the theme ‘Return to Victory.’  Aside from their collaboration, he revealed their plans to release one to two songs in 2024.  After that, he hinted at a big project for Scrubb in Thailand while remaining tight-lipped on its details. When asked about the Pinoy music artists they would want to collaborate with, Ball responded that they don’t have a specific…

On February 7, actor-comedian Pepe Herrera attested to Enrique Gil’s love and care for Liza Soberano.  At a media conference at the Limbaga 77 Cafe, which LionhearTV covered, Herrera addressed questions about the status of Gil and Soberano’s relationship. He noted Gil’s concern for Soberano despite reports that the former love team and couple have already broken up. “Hindi, hindi siya naka-affect, kasi nakikita ko ‘yung love and concern niya for Liza na he’s very proud sa mga naa-achieve ni Liza ngayon, lalo na ngayon, Lisa Frankenstein. He has nothing but good things to say about Liza.” In 2023, reports…

On February 6, artist Issa Pressman shared how she responded to the earlier rumors linking James Reid and Lisa Frankenstein star Liza Soberano. At the advance screening event for Lisa Frankenstein, which LionhearTV attended, Pressman said she avoided paying attention to online gossip from social media. “Hindi kasi ako ano eh, ma-online sa chismis and stuff like that. So, narinig ko na lang afterwards na nali-link pala sila before.  “Wala kasi for me naman, sa showbiz naman, nali-link sa everyone. So kapag nare-receive ko na lang I’m like, ‘Ah!’ You’ll never know the truth naman.” She then noted her views on relationships and…

On February 6, Sparkle artists Marco Masa and Ashley Sarmiento discussed their showbiz journey as Kapamilya child stars to becoming the newest Kapuso love team. At the media event for their social media serye Sparkle Tiktok Kilig Series, which LionhearTV covered, Sarmiento and Masa recounted working on Kapamilya shows such as Goin’ Bulilit and Maalaala Mo Kaya. Aside from their projects together, they also noted their shows as child stars, including Nathaniel and Flordeliza.  Masa and Sarmiento also reacted to people’s positive response to their on-screen pairing.  Masa highlighted how their love team worked because of their 10-year friendship. “Basta, everytime po na magkasama kami, off-cam. Talagang sobrang…

On February 2, Kapamilya actor Enrique Gil shared his views about satisfying his partner. At the media conference for I’m Not Big Bird, which LionhearTV covered, Gil jokingly remarked that size doesn’t matter in satisfying his partner. “Of course, of course, hindi naman sa size ‘yan eh. Sa paggamit yan. Joke lang.” He then explained that making a girl laugh would be enough for him to satisfy his girlfriend. “Pero, hindi sabi ko talaga, if you can make a girl laugh, you have the biggest package in the universe. ‘Yun lang ang kailangan mo.” He also insisted that what matters in a…

On February 4, Kapamilya star Francine Diaz highlighted her dream of working with fellow Star Magic artist Kathryn Bernardo. At the Watsons Health Expo, which LionhearTV attended, Diaz expressed her hopes of working with Bernardo, citing her previous TV commercial with her fellow Kapamilya star. “Of course. Sa Sunsilk lang po na TV shoot po namin. But isa po sa mga pangarap ko na makatrabaho ang isang Kathryn Bernardo and I’m very proud of her.” Aside from her future projects, Diaz also addressed the possibility of her joining beauty pageants such as the Miss Universe Philippines. “No, I have no plans…

On February 1, Magic Men Australia member Ceazr Smith highlighted how their group helped the mental health of their audience. At the media event for Magic Men Australia, which LionhearTV attended, Smith recalled how they would encounter stories of their audiences facing mental health issues but would find entertainment in their shows. “We seem to heavily have tapped into a lot of people, you know, that have mental health issues and stuff like that. And [a lot] of these people come to the show, down-ish– out, and leave with a big smile [on their face.]” He also detailed some of the group’s pre-show…

On February 1, actress Bea Alonzo excitedly reacted to the upcoming One More Chance: The Musical from April to June 2024. At the media event for the launch of Reno11 Series 5G, which LionhearTV covered, Alonzo said she felt excited seeing the new cast for the musical. “I’m very excited to watch that. Narinig ko mayroon na ata silang cast.” She also noted that she has always been a fan of musical productions. “I have always been a fan of musicals, may it be dito sa Pilipinas or nagfa-fly ako sa ibang bansa to watch Broadway or West End musicals. So, para magawa…

On January 30, Sultan Bob Datimbang described Kampilan, The Untold Story of Kalip Pulaka’s budget as ‘unlimited sa tamang pamamaraan.’ At the movie launch of Kampilan, The Untold Story of Kalip Pulaka, which LionhearTV covered, Datimbang revealed that their funding for the Sultanate Films International movie came from business owners, sultans, and philanthropists. “Sa mga tanong mong kapatid, kung magkano magagastos dito sa pelikula, ang Sultanate Films ay binubuo ng mga mapanggawa na negosyante, mga sultan, philantrophist, kaya kami ay hindi nangangamba.  “So, ang nakalaan namin dito ay Inshallah, unlimited sa tamang pamamaraan.” He also explained that they seek to showcase the…

On January 25, Scrubb member Muey weighed in on their recent international reach and success through their songs. At the media event for Scrubb Live in Manila, which LionhearTV covered, Muey admitted that he didn’t think that far about the international reach of their songs, citing that their only focus when writing music was sharing their experience, the story, the love, the opinion, through their composition.  He also compared writing their songs to writing books, where they’re writing stories. They hoped through their music, they could reach people’s hearts, whomever the audience.  He expressed his belief that ‘love and compassion’ were the qualities ingrained…