Author: RJ Mataro

On January 23, actor Aga Muhlach revealed that he had always wanted to take on a gay role. During the media conference for Ikaw Pa Rin Ang Pipiliin at the Viva Cafe, which LionhearTV covered, Muhlach said he pitched doing a gay role during his time with Star Cinema. “It’s one movie that I really haven’t done, and I’ve been wanting to do noon pa. But then, sabi nga natin, let’s see. It has to be the right– kasi marami na ring istorya na ganyan eh.  “But then, may gusto rin akong gawin na, hindi ko rin masabi eh. Parang noong nasa Star…

On January 22, Star Magic artist and sister Erik Santos Hadiya Santos explained her absence from the second auditions of Zoomers after her father passed away. At the media conference for Zoomers, which LionhearTV covered, Santos detailed her emotional state during the first part of the audition process for her role in the Kapamilya youth-oriented series. “I think po ‘yung unforgettable or ‘yung challenge po is ‘yung sa kaba since first time ko nga po. ‘Yung emotions ko po during the interview since noong first audition po, parang na-open yung about my brother and then hanggang sa na-open ‘yung sa mom ko and…

On January 25, Scrubb member Muey detailed how working on the Boys Love TV show 2gether: The Series changed their lives as musicians. At the media event for Scrubb Live in Manila, which LionhearTV covered, Muey acknowledged how 2gether: The Series impacted their music career, as it further motivated them to write songs.  He then recounted how they began their music careers in 2000. He also noted the struggles and their 2-decade journey as artists in Thailand. He felt shocked at how writing for the 2gether: The Series helped them gain a new fan base, especially with the younger generations. Muey promised that they would continue to write…

On January 26, actor-vice governor Ejay Falcon felt blessed that Star Magic allowed him to work on a GMA Network project. At the media conference Walang Matigas na Pulis sa Matinik na Misis Season Two, which LionhearTV covered, Falcon expressed gratitude to Star Magic for allowing her to join the Kapuso sitcom. “Siyempre, sobrang thankful at napaka-blessed ko na from ABS eh nakatawid ako. Napayagan naman ako ng both networks, sila Direk Lauren napayagan naman ako and then sa GMA naman, si Miss Lilybeth Rasonable. So, parang ang sarap lang ng feeling na nakakagawa ng ganon. “At sana, magtuloy-tuloy ‘yung ganitong sistema…

On January 24, director Easy Ferrer addressed the mixed reaction from the cosplay community with their Vivamax film Pantasya ni Tami. At the media conference for Pantasya ni Tami, which LionhearTV covered, Ferrer assured the cosplay community that their sexy film wouldn’t present cosplayers in a negative light. “Nako actually, ang dami ko nang basang reaction, mostly may mga negative, mayroon ding mga na-excite and all. Lahat naman talaga ng lalabas na project, laging may negative and positive. So ‘yung sa mga nagre-react ng positive, siyempre natutuwa ako dahil naiintindihan nila where we are coming from, what story we want to tell.  “And…

On January 17, Kapamilya star KD Estrada thanked Dreamscape Entertainment and ABS-CBN for giving him the role in his first teleserye project in Pira-Pirasong Paraiso. At the media conference for the Pira-Pirasong Paraiso finale, which LionhearTV covered, Estrada appreciated the level of trust that Dreamscape Entertainment and ABS-CBN gave him with his first teleserye role. “The opportunity that [was] given to me and the fact that they trusted me kahit baguhan lang po ako sa acting, especially drama acting, they trusted me with this project, and I’m very thankful.” He then praised his co-stars, whom he looked up to as a new teleserye…

On January 22, Star Magic artist Harvey Bautista discussed his journey from Goin’ Bulilit to becoming one of the leads in Zoomers. At the media conference for Zoomers, which LionhearTV covered, Bautista recalled walking around ABS-CBN Studios 4 and 5 when he was younger for Goin’ Bulilit.  He then talked about getting his role in Zoomers. “I play Jigz, siyempre isa po sa mga Zoomers. I play an aspiring filmmaker, that has personal problems. And siyempre ang love interest ko dito ay si Hope, played by Criza.” He then described getting the lead role with the newest Kapamilya youth-oriented show as ‘overwhelming.’ “Yes, it’s overwhelming, but…

On January 23, actor Aga Muhlach highlighted how his daughter Atasha Muhlach’s singing talent came from his wife, Charlene Gonzales-Muhlach. During the media conference for Ikaw Pa Rin Ang Pipiliin at the Viva Cafe, which LionhearTV covered, Muhlach clarified that while his wife had musical talent, their daughter may have inherited his guts and self-confidence in singing. “Hindi sa akin, siguro tapang lang ‘yung namana sa akin ng anak ko. ‘Yung talent sa pagkanta, si Charlene talaga ang magaling sa pagkanta. And then mahiyain kasi si Charlene. Di niyo alam magaling kumanta si Charlene. Ako matapang, pero di ako magaling.  “So si…

On January 24, Viva actor Albie Casiño discussed what it was like transferring to Viva Artist Agency and working on his recent Vivamax project. At the media event for Salawahan, which LionhearTV covered, Casiño remarked how ready he was to work on any project Viva would offer him, citing his acting experience. “Sabi ko naman sa kanila, I can do both. Di ba? Feeling ko naman that’s what I pride myself on as an actor. I’m not the best actor, but I’d like to think na malalim ‘yung range ko.  “When I won the best actor award–that was for MMK, I played…

On January 19, Kapuso star Kristoffer Martin shared his Valentine’s Day Plan with his family in Japan. At the GMA Regional TV media event for Sinulog 2024, which LionhearTV covered, Martin revealed that he would be participating in the Kyoto Marathon 2024. “Ako, ang una sa ano, may family trip kami. Magja-Japan kami. Siyempre Valentines Day ko ‘yun tapos two weeks ako. So ‘yun po, kasi may takbo po kasi ako, may marathon po ako sa Seikan, sa Feb 18, sa Kyoto Marathon.” As a result, he would be bringing his family, AC Banzon and their daughter, Precious Christine, to…

On January 22, Kapamilya artist Criza Taa had no questions asked when Star Magic head director Laurenti Dyogi asked her to audition for Zoomers. At the media conference for Zoomers, which LionhearTV covered, Taa recounted her reaction when she participated on the second day of the auditions. “‘Yun nga since sinabi ni Luke na parang second day na po kami nag-audition, sobrang hirap siya for me. Because I didn’t know what to expect kung sino ba ‘yung makaka-eksena ko, as in no idea.  “Actually, I didn’t know na parang pagdating ko pala doon gagawin siyang parang reality na naka-coverage pala siya lahat.” She…

On June 23, Viva artist Benz Sangalang recalled how his basketball journey relates to his role in ‘Hugot.’  At the media conference for ‘Hugot,’ Sangalang detailed his similarities with his character in the upcoming Vivamax film. “Hindi po, kaya naka-relate din ako dito sa movie kasi more on lang ganon po talaga ‘yung napag-lalaruan ko sa amin sa Bulacan. More on, inter-barangay, nahu-hugot-hugot, tapos inter-town, mga ganon lang po talaga.” He then noted how he did not get into any varsity team that would have developed his love for basketball since he did not have the opportunity to pursue college.…

On January 23, actor Aga Muhlach discussed how budget constraints affect the quality and story of a movie. During the media conference for Ikaw Pa Rin Ang Pipiliin at the Viva Cafe, which LionhearTV covered, Muhlach recounted his conversation with writers, who voiced their views about how budget limitations during production impact the quality of a movie. “Sa tagal ko din sa industriya, you know writers naman sa pelikula. Ang sabi ko, ‘Bakit ang pelikula natin, kapag nanonood ako ng pelikula sa Netflix, sa sinehan, sa ganyan, parang minsan dadaanan mo sa DOP, sa director of photography, ang ganda-ganda.’ Bakit ang lines…

On January 21, member of 4th Impact Irene Cercado emotionally addressed the bashers who told them to stop pursuing their music careers.  At the media event for the launch of their self-titled album, which LionhearTV covered, Irene remarked that their group plans to continue their career path and inspire people to persevere. “Kahit ang dami naming bashers na ang sabi, mag-DH na lang daw po kami or mag-caregiver na lang po kami. Sa lahat po ng nagsasabi niyan, hindi po kami titigil, kasi naniniwala po kami na si Lord, binigyan po nila kami ng talent na ‘to, kasi para maka-inspire ng kabataan…

On January 24, Viva artist Albie Casiño reacted to people declaring that it was his era as an actor after transferring to Viva. At the media event for Salawahan, which LionhearTV covered, Casiño highlighted that he focuses on working as an actor rather than gaining popularity or attention. “Pinost ko lang ‘yun kasi alam ko na lalabas na ‘to eh. So, di ba, sobrang sakto, promo siya eh.  “Ay hindi, paano ba sabihin ‘to, ang buhay parang bola lang ‘yan. Pabilog lang ‘yan, so, umiikot lang ‘yan. So, I’m really thankful now ‘yun nga marami tayong work. But ‘yun nga maybe six months from…

On January 19, Kapuso stars Gabby Concepcion and Max Collins discussed what it was like working with Firefly director Zig Dulay in their upcoming GMA Network series My Guardian Alien. At the GMA Regional TV media event for Sinulog 2024, which LionhearTV covered, Concepcion complimented Dulay’s cinematography for their upcoming Kapuso series. “‘Yung atake kasi ni Zig, pang pelikula. So maganda ito, ‘yung mga effects hindi lang sa CG, pati yung mga shots. Kung may isi-CG doon magagaling talaga ‘yun kasi ‘yun ang pinaka ugat noon. And this is also the first time I’m working with Zig.” Collins agreed with Concepcion, noting her…