This is default featured slide 1 title

Go to Blogger edit html and find these sentences.Now replace these sentences with your own descriptions.This theme is Bloggerized by Lasantha Bandara - Premiumbloggertemplates.com.

This is default featured slide 2 title

Go to Blogger edit html and find these sentences.Now replace these sentences with your own descriptions.This theme is Bloggerized by Lasantha Bandara - Premiumbloggertemplates.com.

This is default featured slide 3 title

Go to Blogger edit html and find these sentences.Now replace these sentences with your own descriptions.This theme is Bloggerized by Lasantha Bandara - Premiumbloggertemplates.com.

This is default featured slide 4 title

Go to Blogger edit html and find these sentences.Now replace these sentences with your own descriptions.This theme is Bloggerized by Lasantha Bandara - Premiumbloggertemplates.com.

This is default featured slide 5 title

Go to Blogger edit html and find these sentences.Now replace these sentences with your own descriptions.This theme is Bloggerized by Lasantha Bandara - Premiumbloggertemplates.com.

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Gerald Anderson to portray a teenager with Tourette Syndrome in Maalaala Mo Kaya



Perfect choice si Gerald Anderson para gumanap sa isang mapaghamong role sa isang espesyal na episode ng Maalaala Mo Kaya (MMK) sa ABS-CBN. Sa kauna-unahang pagkakataon ay gagampanan ni Gerald ang role ng isang may Tourette Syndrome (TS) sa una niyang paglabas sa longest and most awarded drama anthology on television. “Nung sinabi pa lang sa akin, na-excite na ako. Tapos nung binasa ko ‘yung script lalo ako’ng kinabahan. Pero alam mo sana lang magawa ko ito ng maayos at sana magustuhan ni Jerome (Concepcion, letter sender sa MMK na may (TS) ang gagawin ko’ng pagganap sa kanya at makapagbigay inspirasyon lalo na sa mga taong may TS,” bungad ni Gerald.

Personal na na-meet ni Gerald si Jerome sa isinagawang briefing ng staff ng “Maalaala Mo Kaya” na ginanap sa Bagoong Republic last Friday, Oktubre 16. Present doon ang direktor ng episode na si Ruel Bayani, scriptwriters ng MMK, si Jerome at ang kanyang ina na si Criselda Concepcion. Nandun din ang President ng Philippine Tourette Syndrome Association (PTSA) president na si Rowena Victorino at ang vice-president na si Marlon Barnuevo. Member ng bandang 3rd Avenue si Marlon na meron ding TS.

Para sa kaalaman ng iba, ang TS ay isang hereditary na sakit na may kombinasyon ng ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, obsessive-compulsiveness, at neuro-behavorial complex. Sa murang edad ay nagmamanifest agad ito sa pamamagitan ng tics (involuntary sounds or movements such as eye-poking, coughing, head-banging etc.) na mas lalong nagiging kapansin-pansin kung ang pasyente ay under stress. Ngunit kadalasan ay namimisinterpret lang ito na simpleng kakulitan ng bata kaya hindi agad nada-diagnose na TS.

“Nu’ng una, alam mo ‘yung…parang nakakakawa. Pero kapag nakita mo, kapag nakausap mo siya (Jerome), confident siya. Kumbaga, hindi naging sagabal ‘yung sakit niya sa kanya. Ganun si Jerome,” kwento ni Gerald. Ano ang na-feel niya nung nalaman niya na siya ang napili para gumanap sa katauhan ni Jerome sa MMK? “Iba,” diin ni Gerald. “Sobrang nakakataba pa rin ng puso. Nakaka-inspire dahil yun nga sa dinami-dami (ng artista) ako ang pinili. Ipagdadasal ko na lang na magawa ko ito ng mabuti.”

Very challenging kay Gerald ang character na gagampanan niya kaya talagang pag-aaralan daw niya ito ng maigi. “Sa internet papanoorin ko lang tapos sasabihin nila kung ano ang mga symptoms at kung bakit nangyayari ito. And yun nga, minsan nangyayari ‘yan umpisa pa lang sa bata. Pagdating mo ng 18 years old lumalala.” Sa initial na pagkikita pa lang ba nila ni Jerome naisip na ba niya kung paano niya aatakihin ang role? “Sampol? Hahaha! Naku, huwag muna sampol. Biglaan naman,” nakangiting sabi ni Gerald. “Basta alam ko ibang klaseng experience ito. Sobrang malaking tulong talaga sa akin na nakita ko siya ngayon ng personal, kung paano siyia gumagalaw, kung paano siya nagsasalita, kung paano siya nag-iisip, ‘yung mga sinasabi niya.”

Kahit na noon lang niya nakilala si Jerome at ang ina nito ay naramdaman daw ni Gerald ang labis na paghihirap na pinagdadaanan ng kanilang pamilya. “Hindi biro ang pinagdadaanan nila dahil yung isa pang kapatid ni Jerome may TS din. Pero nakikita ko na very supportive ang mommy niya sa kanya. Tanggap (ni Mommy Criselda) yung kahinaan ng anak niya at kahit ano’ng mangyari nandu’n pa rin siya.”

Sa huli ay nagbigay na lang ng mensahe si Gerald sa mga avid viewers ng MMK. “Sana sa episode na ‘yun ma-inspire ko ang mga tao kahit yung walang TS na wag bibitiw sa kanilang mga pangarap kahit ano pang hadlang ang dumating sa kanilang buhay,” tapos ni Gerald.

Thursday, October 15, 2009

‘May Bukas Pa’ and ‘Tayong Dalawa’ Win in 31st Catholic Mass Media Awards



The 31st Catholic Mass Media Awards was held Wednesday night at the San Carlos Seminary Auditorium in Makati City with ABS-CBN’s “May Bukas Pa” and “Tayong Dalawa” winning the Best Drama Series.

Here are the awards won by ABS-CBN and kapamilya celebrities:

Best Drama Series:
“May Bukas Pa” and “Tayong Dalawa”

Best Business News or Feature program:
ANC’s “Start Up”

Best TV Special:
“Kwento ng mga Peligrino”

Best Special Event Coverage:
“Kidnap”

Best News Magazine:
“Wonder Mom”

Best News Program:
TV Patrol Northern Luzon of ABS-CBN Baguio

Special Award for “May Bukas Pa” star:
Zaijian Jaranilla, who plays the main character “Santino”

CMMA Hall of Fame:
“Sports Unlimited”

Best Short Story:
Christine Bersola-Babao’s children’s storybook “Bakit Siya Meron, Bakit Ako Wala?”

Best Educational Program for Radio:
ABS-CBN Cebu’s “Sidewalk”

Best Album (Secular):
Kris Aquino’s “The Greatest Love” Album

dzMM, ABS-CBN’s AM radio station received the following recognitions:


1. Best Educational Program for radio – Sidewalk (Cebu)
2. Best Radio Ad for Public Service
3. Best Business News – Feature for Sikap Pinoy
4. Best Drama Program – Maalala Mo Kaya on Radio
5. Best News Program – Radio Patrol Balita Alas-Siete
6. Best News Commentary – Pasada Sais Trenta

On the other hand, the late President Corazon Aquino received the posthumous Serviam Award this year. Serviam is a special recognition based on the motto of the late Cardinal Sin which means “servant leadership.”

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Meet the second batch of housemates of Pinoy Big Brother Double Up!


JOHAN - 22, Cutie Server ng Quezon City


CATHY - 22, Charming Babe ng Bohol


STEVE a.k.a. TIBO - 33, Dad of Steel ng Cagayan De Oro

HERMES - 23, Reluctant Amboy ng Pampanga

PATRIA a.k.a. RIZA MAE - 23, Bibang Probinsiyana ng Siquijor

KATHLEEN - 24, La Senyora ng Espanya

JIMSON - 25, Houseband ng Spain

ROB - 24, Ladies Man ng Austria

PATRICK - 32, Charming Banker ng Baguio

RICA - 26, Math Goddess ng Bacolod

Big Brother welcomes more new housemates



Big Brother had finally revealed to the housemates about his two houses. But the surprises have yet to stop because ten new personalities have made their way inside the house to become official housemates of Pinoy Big Brother Double Up. In a pre-Halloween party, Kuya welcomed Fil Austrian Rod Stumvol, champion target shooter Steve Jumalon, banker Patrick Villanueva, medical representative Riza Mae Patria, restaurant server Johan Santos, nurse Cathy Remperas, US balikbayan Hermes Bautista, Jimson Ortega and his Spain-raised wife Kathleen LopeƱa, and transvestite Rica Paras. These are the new faces set to add more spice in the unpredictable environment inside the PBB house.



Rod, Patrick, Jimson, Kathleen, and Rica were immediately called into the confession. There, Kuya gave them their very first task which will prove how far they are willing to go to become official housemates. Rod and Rica must convince the others that they have been dating for a long time. Meanwhile, Jimson must give away his wife Kathleen to pretend as the better half of Patrick. Success in this task means the house where they will be assigned will win 100% additional budget by the end of the week. However, failure might mean that they will have to suffer the same fate as evicted housemates JM Lagumbay and twins Kenny and Toffi Santos.

Will they be able to put a convincing act? What task does Big Brother has in store for other new housemates Patria, Cathy, Hermes, Johan, and Steve? Find out on Pinoy Big Brother Double Up weeknights after Dahil May Isang Ikaw. Text BBNEWS ON to 2366 to get the latest PBB Double UP updates.

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Kim Chiu and Gerald Anderson will do a movie for 2010



Last October 5, Kim Chiu and Gerald Anderson confirmed to some members of the press that they will be doing a movie together in 2010, one which is slated to be Star Cinema’s first offering for the year. Although the two were discreet about the storyline, they did say that the film will be a shift from the romantic-dramas they have done in the past.

“Sobrang na-excite kami nung narinig namin ‘yung kuwento kasi iba siya sa Tayong Dalawa at kakaibang challenge na naman ito para sa amin,” Gerald began. “Mas mature siyempre pero kung sa Tayong Dalawa puro drama, dito [sa movie] pinapangako naming kikiligin talaga kayo.” Kim hinted that the film will be a romantic-comedy. “Masaya kami dito, tatawa kami, magbibiruan kami and after I’ve Fallen For You (their launching movie in 2007), level up na naman sa amin ito kasi mas mature para sa aming dalawa.”

They both shared that they felt excited when they were informed about the project because they are sure it will make their fans happy after reports that their team-up would be given a rest. “Akala ko paghihiwalayin na ‘yung love team namin pero dahil sa mga fans na patuloy na sumusuporta sa amin, binigyan kami ng movie for 2010,” Kim said.

Fresh from their just concluded TV hit series Tayong Dalawa, Kim and Gerald explained that working together makes their job easier since they are comfortable with one another. Just recently, the two have started making projects separately; Gerald is currently featured as Tiagong Akyat in Agimat: Mga Alamat ni Ramon Revilla, with Erich Gonzales as his leading lady, while Kim will soon appear in the film top-billed by Gabby Concepcion and Angelica Panganiban, I Love You, Goodbye. Kim’s leading man in the said movie is Derek Ramsay. “Siyempre kahit papaano miss namin ang isat-isa dahil for three years, lagi kaming magkasama at lagi kaming magkatrabaho,” explained Kim.

With Tayong Dalawa’s success, Kim admitted that they feel pressured to come up with a quality film, as always is the case every time they work on a project. “Lagi naman pong may pressure sa lahat ng ginagawa namin. Laging may kaba sa amin kung magugustuhan siya ng tao kaya gagawin namin ang lahat ng makakaya namin. ‘Yung nakita nila sa Tayong Dalawa, mas dodoblehin namin,” Kim assured.

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Congratulations Ms. Angel Locsin!



We love you so much!!

Maja Salvador shares ‘kilig’ moments with Kim Bum



Maja Salvador, who turned 21 last October 5, considered the chance to work with Kim Bum a great birthday treat. She added that she was flattered by the Korean actor's compliments when they shot a TV commercial together (TVC) for a soft drink endorsement. “Feeling lucky kasi pumunta dito si Kim Bum para gumawa kami ng TVC. Alam ko marami ngayong mga babae na gusto na nasa posisyon ko pero sa akin na lang po muna [siya]. Birthday gift n’yo na sa akin,” she joked.

Maja recalled that Kim Bum made her smile in spite of her exhaustion from an all-day shoot. Maja’s call time was 5 am while Kim Bum’s was 3 pm. When Kim Bum arrived in the afternoon, he asked Maja if she was already tired. “Sabi ko, ‘yes’ dahil 5 am pa nga [ako nagta-taping]. Tapos sabi niya (Kim Bum), ‘But you’re still maganda,’” beamed Maja. Kim Bum's translator also revealed during an October 3 press conference that the commercial's director was very vocal about Maja and Kim Bum’s chemistry extending off the set because they got along really well during their breaks.

Maja confessed that she found the Korean actor very handsome and charming. “Sobrang love ko kapag nagi-smile siya,” she said. “Since lagi pong 5 am ‘yung shoot ko, nung wala pa siya at laging mainit, lagi akong umiinom ganyan. ‘Pag dumating na siya ng set hindi ko na kailangang uminom, okay na ako kaagad. Basta ngiti pa lang.”

Although they are both single, Maja said that she is not expecting that her friendship with Kim Bum to turn into something romantic. “’Yung meron kami ni Kim sobrang nakakatuwa lang na naging magkaibigan kami,” she said. “Para sa akin, okay na po ang na-experience ko na makasama ko siya dahil bihira lamang ang nabibigyan ng chance na makasama ang isang guwapong aktor na katulad ni Kim Bum.”

Chat with Maja Salvador on Oct 9, 3PM at chat.abs-cbn.com

Monday, October 5, 2009

PBBDU : CAROLYN LIM BATAY


Nickname: Carol
Status: In House
Real Name: Carolyn Lim Batay
Origin: Tondo, Manila
Age: 22
Birthdate: May 18, 1987
Nationality: Filipino
Occupation: Teacher
Sport:
Hidden Ambition:
Claim to Fame:
Achievements:
Charity:
CIVIL STATUS: Single
RELIGION: Born Again Christian
HOBBIES: reading books, watching Discovery Channel

FAVORITES
COLOR: light blue
FOOD: crab and corn soup made by my yaya
TV SHOW: news
ACTOR: John Lloyd Cruz
SINGER: Erik Santos, Phil Collins

Carolyn was raised in a traditional Chinese family. Being taught the importance of house rules, Carolyn led a conformist way of life. She strived hard to please her family by graduating with honors and topping the board exam, but she failed in both. Carolyn knows that there are so many things in life that are worth exploring, but she is too afraid that this will be against her family’s will.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?
Proud ako na napalaki ako nang mabuti. I’ve also learned that life is not just all about me.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?
I will miss my family, friends, students, stress from work, and studying.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?
I want to be Korina Sanchez because she’s very smart.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?
It depends also with the housemates. Sana kapareho ko sila ng traits like caring, thoughtful, forgiving, para magkasundo kami lahat.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?
Those narrow-minded people who would judge you easily.

PBBDU : YURI OKAWA



Nickname: Yuri
Status: In House
Real Name: Yuri Okawa
Origin: Philippines
Age: 25
Birthdate: October 17, 1983
Nationality: Filipino-Japanese
Occupation: Nursing student
Sport:
Hidden Ambition:
Claim to Fame:
Achievements:
Charity:
CIVIL STATUS: Single
RELIGION: Catholic
HOBBIES : reading, writing poems

FAVORITES
COLOR : pink and blue
FOOD : Japanese and Brazilian food
TV SHOW : The Buzz, SNN
ACTOR : Brad Pitt
ACTRESS : Kris Aquino, Anne Curtis
SINGER : Rihanna, Mariah Carey, Beyonce

Yuri spent most of her life in Japan. She is fluent in five languages namely English, Nihonggo, Spanish, Portuguese, and Filipino. Growing up in Japan was tough for Yuri. Her mother married a Japanese, and this prevented her from seeing her father. Yuri was devastated when her father passed away a few years ago. The tragedy pushed her into a life of parties and vices. She fell in love with a Portuguese man, but their relationship was short lived. Yuri later found love with a Brazilian guy.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?
Ang mapag-aral ang sarili ko.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?
My parents, boyfriend, and my cellphone.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?
Angelina Jolie. Sexy kasi niya eh.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?
Sa akin naman walang problema. Kaya kong makisama.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?
Ayoko ng mayabang, sinungaling, at plastic.

PBBDU : MELISA CANTIVEROS



Nickname: Inday
Status: In House
Real Name: Melisa Cantiveros
Origin: General Santos City
Age: 21
Birthdate: April 6, 1988
Nationality: Filipino
Occupation: Student
Sport:
Hidden Ambition:
Claim to Fame:
Achievements:
Charity:
CIVIL STATUS: Single
RELIGION: Catholic
HOBBIES : dancing, badminton

FAVORITES
COLOR : violet
FOOD : lechon, lalo na ‘yung balat
TV SHOW : Wowowee, Lovers in Paris
ACTOR : Ryan Agoncillo
ACTRESS : Judy Ann Santos
SINGER : Sarah Geronimo

As a child, Melisa would often be teased by people as an adopted child because she looks different from her siblings. But she would just laugh off whatever others would say. At a young age Melisa already had a good sense of humor. She was the center of attention among her friends, and she won as president of the student council because of her popularity in their university. Whatever she lacks in looks, she makes up with her witty punch lines.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?
Itong pagkakasali ko sa PBB. Hindi ko ito ine-expect kaya hanggang ngayon hindi ako makapaniwala.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?
My family, friends, ‘yung boyfriend ko, at ‘yung kama ko.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?
Si Kristine Hermosa

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?
Susubukan ko talagang makibagay sa kanila.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?
‘Yung mga moody na tao. Ayoko rin na ginugulo ‘yung buhok ko.

PBBDU : JASON VERON FRANCISCO



Nickname: Jason
Status: In House
Real Name: Jason Veron Francisco
Origin: Oriental Mindoro
Age: 21
Birthdate: Oct 11, 1987
Nationality: Filipino
Occupation:
Sport:
Hidden Ambition:
Claim to Fame:
Achievements:
Charity:
CIVIL STATUS : Single
RELIGION : Catholic
HOBBIES : sleeping and watching TV

FAVORITES
COLOR : white
FOOD : kahit ano basta hindi amoy malansa
TV SHOW : cartoons, Maxx channel
ACTOR : Robin Padilla
ACTRESS : Maja Salvador
SINGER : Bamboo

He stands like Binoe, talks like Binoe, acts like Binoe. Jason, or known to his friends as SAPAK, did not intend to mimic Robin Padilla. But growing up without a father figure forced him to act tough. Jason became infamous in their province for being a frequent face in street brawls. This young dude will never turn his back on any fight. Jason knows to find ways so he can get want he wants.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?
Ang maging housemate sa PBB.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?
Ang lola ko, nanay, kapatid, at ‘yung aso ko.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?
Robin Padilla, syempre! Idol ko yun.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?
Sana naman. Mas magandang may makasundo kaysa makaaway.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?
‘Yung mga taong masyadong maarte, maingay, at walang kwenta ang sinasabi.

PBBDU : PAUL JAKE CASTILLO



Nickname: Paul Jake
Status: In House
Real Name: Paul Jake Castillo
Origin: Cebu
Age: 24
Birthdate: December 22, 1984
Nationality: Filipino
Occupation: Businessman
Sport:
Hidden Ambition:
Claim to Fame:
Achievements:
Charity:
CIVIL STATUS : Single
RELIGION : Catholic
NATIONALITY : Filipino-American
HOBBIES : drag racing, air soft, flag football, online games

FAVORITES
FOOD : Japanese and Filipino food
TV SHOW : action series
ACTOR : Denzel Washington, Anthony Hopkins, Brad Pitt
ACTRESS : Kate Beckinsale

Paul Jake belongs to a wealthy family and since childhood he lived a comfortable life. But his parents also taught him all the right values. Paul also doesn’t mind enjoying the simple things in life with his friends. He mingles with employees of their company as if he is not the heir to the family empire. However, not wanting to rely solely on his family, he put up his own business which eventually became successful. Paul earned enough money to study abroad.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?
To be here in PBB. I never expected I would be chosen.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?
My family, friends, girlfriend, car.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?
Brad Pitt. He’s a good actor.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?
I get along with almost everyone.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?
People with no manners.

PBBDU : DELIO DIMACULANGAN



Nickname: Delio
Status: In House
Real Name: Delio Dimaculangan
Origin: Batangas
Age: 26
Birthdate: January 16 1983
Nationality: Filipino
Occupation: Cook
Sport:
Hidden Ambition:
Claim to Fame:
Achievements:
Charity:
CIVIL STATUS : Single
RELIGION : Catholic
NATIONALITY : Filipino
HOBBIES : Basketball, billiards

FAVORITES
COLOR: white, violet
FOOD : egg
TV SHOW: Fernando Poe Jr. movies
ACTOR: FPJ
SINGER: Gary Valenciano

Delio grew up in a poor family in Batangas. His drunkard father would often beat his mother. Delio worked at a young age to help his family, selling balut, kaimito, mango, and fruit juice. Sadly he was unable to finish his studies.

The greatest challenge he faced was when he got his girlfriend, the daughter of his boss, pregnant. Their relationship was against all odds, and his boss forbade him from seeing his girlfriend and child. It was only two years after when he first saw his child. From then on he promised to work hard to provide for his new family.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?
Makapunta sa Singapore.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?
Ang aking asawa at anak.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?
Siguro someone funny, maybe si Rene Requiestas. Kaso patay na siya.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?
Oo naman! Magaling ako makisama.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?
Hindi naman ako madaling mapikon. At alam ko rin na maayos naman akong tao so siguro naman walang maaasar sa akin.

PBBDU : BARTOLOME ALBERTO MOTT



Nickname: Tom
Status: In House
Real Name: Bartolome Alberto Mott
Origin: Arizona, USA
Age: 22
Birthdate: October 1, 1987
Nationality: Filipino-American
Occupation: Graphic Artist
Sport:
Hidden Ambition:
Claim to Fame:
Achievements:
Charity:

CIVIL STATUS: Single
RELIGION: Catholic
HOBBIES : driving, boxing, martial arts

FAVORITES
COLOR : blue, brown
FOOD : tinolang manok, or whatever my mom cooks
TV SHOW : Burn Notice
ACTOR : John Lloyd Cruz
ACTRESS : Maja Salvador
SINGER : John Mayer

He may have the face and the body of a model, but to people in his hometown, he is often called by many names like ‘Hilaw na Kano’ or ‘Bangaw Bangaw’ which is a term of a filthy kid. Tom would frequently get into fight with these people.

Life became more challenging when he migrated to the US to be with his family. He struggled with speaking in English and had a difficulty communicating with people around him. Tom finished college with a degree in Digital Animation, but still he couldn’t get a job in this field. He flew to Hongkong to pursue his passion, but instead he found romance which was unfortunately short lived.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?
Becoming a housemate.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?
My four-year-old nephew and one-year-old niece.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?
Brad Pitt because he’s awesome.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?
I guess. ‘Di naman ako palaaway eh.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?
Mataas naman ang tolerance ko sa mga tao. But probably ‘yung mga taong walang respeto at may masamang intention.

PBBDU : PRINCESS LIEZA MANZON



Nickname: Princess
Status: In House
Real Name: Princess Lieza Manzon
Origin: Tokyo, Japan
Age: 22
Birthdate: January 15, 1987
Nationality: Filipino
Occupation: receptionist and language instructor
Sport:
Hidden Ambition:
Claim to Fame:
Achievements:
Charity:
CIVIL STATUS: Single
RELIGION: Catholic
HOBBIES : watch movies, KTV with friends

FAVORITES COLOR : turquoise, purple, green
FOOD : sinigang, adobo, pansit, lumpia
TV SHOW : Will & Grace
SINGER : Alicia Keys, Coldplay, Gary Valenciano

Princess was raised by her grandparents because her mother was busy working in Japan. After high school, she left the Philippines to be with her mom in Japan. But there she discovered her mother’s dark secret. She was greatly devastated so she decided to live on her own in the Land of the Rising Sun. Princess worked as a restaurant receptionist and as a language translator and interpreter. She fell in love with a man who later broke her heart.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?
Being able to survive in any place that I’ve been in.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?
Being a free-spirited person I will definitely miss the freedom in the outside world.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?
I hope so. I’m a good listener naman.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?
I don’t like rules. Maybe PBB will be the biggest challenge for me. I'll get along with the housemates but not Kuya. Haha.

PBBDU : JOHN MICHAEL LAGUMBAY



Nickname: JM
Status: In House
Real Name: John Michael Lagumbay
Origin: Quezon City
Age: 29
Birthdate: April 22, 1980
Nationality: Filipino
Occupation:
Sport:
Hidden Ambition:
Claim to Fame:
Achievements:
Charity:
CIVIL STATUS: Married
RELIGION: Catholic

JM considers his twin brother his best friend. But even though they look very much alike, they also have their differences. He and his brother are already married with kids. JM handles fatherhood more traditionally unlike his brother. His loveable character makes him very popular among the ladies. JM once had an affair with another woman, and this almost tore his family apart. But this guy had learned his lessons and is now determined to be the best husband and father he can be.

PBBDU : JOHN PAUL LAGUMBAY



Nickname: JP
Status: In House
Real Name: John Paul Lagumbay
Origin: Quezon City
Age: 29
Birthdate: April 22, 1980
Nationality: Filipino
Occupation: Flight Attendant
Sport:
Hidden Ambition:
Claim to Fame:
Achievements:
Charity:
CIVIL STATUS: Married
RELIGION: Catholic

JP works as a flight attendant, and traveling in different countries is the perk that he loves the most about his job. But for this faithful husband and loving father of two, being far from home is the most depressing experience. Nevertheless, all that he keeps in minds whenever he’s aboard a plane is the fact that he is doing his best to be a good provider to his family. Aside from his wife and kids, the person he considers closest to him is his twin brother, JM.

PBBDU : OLIVER KENNETH SANTOS



Nickname: Kenny
Status: In House
Real Name: Oliver Kenneth Santos
Origin: Rizal
Age: 19
Birthdate: September 21, 1989
Nationality: Filipino
Occupation: Student
Sport:
Hidden Ambition:
Claim to Fame:
Achievements:
Charity:
CIVIL STATUS: Single
RELIGION: Catholic

Other than sharing the same birth dates, surname and looks, twin brothers Kenny and Toffi share the same interests. Both brothers are studying at Informatics Eastwood and both are varsity scholars. They also share a cell phone number, an e-mail address and they liked the same girl. They’ve been a double up duo since their conception. For fun, they would often switch identities and try to confuse their own mom.

Toffi is slightly taller than his brother. He is currently dating the one woman that he and his twin brother fell in love with.

Kenny on the other hand, nearly died from a severe case of dengue a few years back. He is also afraid of deep water as he nearly drowned several times when he was younger.

Will the other housemates spot the differences between Toffi and Kenny? Will the Toffi, the Basket-bolero ng Rizal and Kenny, the Joker Jock ng Rizal finally find their individuality inside Kuya’s house through his tasks and challenges?
cybermyx is offline Reply With Quote

PBBDU : OLIVER STEFFAN SANTOS



Nickname: Toffi
Status: In House
Real Name: Oliver Steffan Santos
Origin: Rizal
Age: 19
Birthdate: September 21, 1989
Nationality: Filipino
Occupation: Student
Sport:
Hidden Ambition:
Claim to Fame:
Achievements:
Charity:
CIVIL STATUS: Single
RELIGION: Catholic

Other than sharing the same birth dates, surname and looks, twin brothers Kenny and Toffi share the same interests. Both brothers are studying at Informatics Eastwood and both are varsity scholars. They also share a cell phone number, an e-mail address and they liked the same girl. They’ve been a double up duo since their conception. For fun, they would often switch identities and try to confuse their own mom.

Toffi is slightly taller than his brother. He is currently dating the one woman that he and his twin brother fell in love with.

Kenny on the other hand, nearly died from a severe case of dengue a few years back. He is also afraid of deep water as he nearly drowned several times when he was younger.

Will the other housemates spot the differences between Toffi and Kenny? Will the Toffi, the Basket-bolero ng Rizal and Kenny, the Joker Jock ng Rizal finally find their individuality inside Kuya’s house through his tasks and challenges?

PBBDU : MIRIELLE PUNZALAN



Nickname: Yhel
Status: In House
Real Name: Mirielle Punzalan
Origin: Angeles City, Pampanga
Age: 26
Birthdate: September 8, 1983
Nationality: Filipino
Occupation: Mother
Sport:
Hidden Ambition:
Claim to Fame:
Achievements:
Charity:
CIVIL STATUS: Widowed
RELIGION: Born Again Christian
HOBBIES : watching DVD, listening to music

FAVORITES
COLOR : black, brown, dark
FOOD : pasta, pizza, burger
TV SHOW : PBB, Wowowee
ACTOR : John Lloyd Cruz, Jericho Rosales, Piolo Pascual, Brad Pitt
ACTRESS : Bea Alonzo, Anne Curtis, Maja Salvador
SINGER : ASAP Sessionistas, Beyonce, Pink, Fergie

Like Erich Gonzales in the teleserye Katorse, Mirielle or Yhel got pregnant at a young age of 14. But the biggest tragedy happened when she was 20 when her husband was killed by a gang. From then on she had been trying her best to live a normal life and provide for her child two children.

Being a mother in her teens, Yhel missed out a lot in life. She was unable to finish her studies, and now she is struggling to raise her eldest son who is a special child.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?
‘Yung pagsisikap kong mapalaki nang maayos ‘yung mga anak ko.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?
My kids, family, ‘yung family ng husband ko.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?
Angelina Jolie. She's boyish yet sexy. And yung lips niya, perfect.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?
I will try my best na makasundo silang lahat.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?
Hindi naman talaga ako madaling mainis.

PBBDU : MARIELLE SORINO



Nickname: Marielle
Status: In House
Real Name: Marielle Sorino
Origin: Davao City
Age: 21
Birthdate: November 29, 1988
Nationality: Filipino
Occupation: Mother
Sport:
Hidden Ambition:
Claim to Fame:
Achievements:
Charity:
CIVIL STATUS: Single
HOBBIES : hanging out with friends

FAVORITES
COLOR : pink
FOOD : any pork dish
TV SHOW : The Daily 10
ACTOR : Hugh Jackman
ACTRESS : Megan Fox
SINGER : Akon

Mariel grew up in Davao. Her parents separated when she was four, and her mother got married again to a Fil-Chinese businessman. Mariel’s mother founded an orphanage which she is now managing.

When she was young, Mariel was a very wild girl. She fell in love with a man, and she later got pregnant. At first she didn’t want the child. It was only months after when she finally embraced motherhood. Mariel used her child as her impersonation to lead a better life.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?
Finishing school, becoming a housemate.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?
My baby and my friends.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?
Megan Fox. Hot icon kasi siya ngayon.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?
I hope so because flexible naman akong tao.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?
‘Yung mga pakialamera at chismosa.

Big Brother finally reveals his Double Up mystery



October 4 marked the opening of the Big Brother house and its third season. With its magical reveal, Kuya made his new batch of housemates appear and vanish without a trace in front of a live audience at the PBB eviction hall. Also, the mystery of the term “double up” was revealed – two houses and two sets of twins!

First inside Kuya’s house was Princess Manzon, who auditioned in Tokyo, Japan. Born and raised in Cebu, Princess left the Philippines when she was in highschool to live with her mom in Japan. There she discovered something about her mom which prompted her to live independently. Called the “Sassy Vamp of Cebu,” Princess is currently working as a receptionist and a language instructor.

Following Princess inside the house is Tom Mott who is from the USA. The “Romantic Stud” is a native of Samar but migrated to the States when he was twelve years old with his mom and dad, who’s part of the US Navy. He spoke little English when he moved abroad and was ridiculed. Tom loves to draw and would love to pursue a career in Digital Animation.

Up next was Delio Dimaculangan, a cook from Batangas. Delio had to work at a young age and was not able to finish his studies. He got his boss’ daughter pregnant and he was not able to see his child. He was reunited with his wife and child two years after and now he is determined to give them a better life.

Paul Jake Castillo followed Delio inside the house. Also from Cebu like Princess, Paul on the other hand from a well-off family and was able to put up a business of his own at the age off twenty-two. However, the “Negotiante Prince” prides himself for being down-to-earth for he is able to get along with people from all walks of life.

Tough guy Jason Francisco of Mindoro was full of energy upon his entrance on stage. Infamous in his hometown for starting brawls and other mischief, “Boy Astig” admits that he is not one to back out of a fight. Idolizing actor Robin Padilla, Jason says he always gets what he wants.

Next was Melisa Cantiveros, the funny lady from General Santos City. Nicknamed Inday Kengkay, Melisa looks at the positive side of things despite people teasing her about her looks. The aspiring teacher hopes she can impart happiness to other people wherever she goes.

Multi-lingual Hottie Yuri Okawa definitely wowed the audience with her pretty petite looks. Yuri can speak five languages – Spanish, Portuguese, English, Filipino and Nihonggo which she has learned living in different parts of the world. Her goal is to help support her family working as a waitress in Japan while on leave from her nursing studies.

Shy type Carolyn Batay followed Yuri inside Kuya’s house. Deemed as the “Conservative Pharmacist ng Tondo,” Carolyn grew up in a traditional Chinese household. She admits that this has hindered her from exploring the world and hopefully with her stint with Big Brother this will change her perspective on some things.

A certified Davaoena, Marielle Sorino confessed that she had her rebellious stage in life, drinking and partying because of her conflict with her parents, specially her mom. A single mom, Marielle says she has moved out of her parents home and is trying her best to raise her son on her own.

Another mom, but this time a widow from Pampanga joined Marielle inside the house. Yhel become a mother at 14 years old and lost her husband to an accident at the age of 20. Yhel gets her inspiration to go on with life from her two children but admits it’s very hard to raise her kids since she hasn’t even finished high school.

And last but not the least Kuya reveals two sets of twins – college varsity basketball players Kenny and Toffi Santos and family guys JP and JM Lagumbay. With this double up reveal, Kuya also divulges to the pairs that he has two houses. He then gives them the first task of the season, a switch of identities and houses at his signal, anytime within the week. Should any of them be discovered or the secret of the two houses revealed to the other housemates, the twins would automatically be forced evicted from the Kuya’s abode. Would the twins be able to pull the old switcheroo trick?

Also it seems like Kuya’s surprises does not end tonight. Looks like he’s got more tricks up his sleeve for a Spook-tacular Reveal next week. What can possibly be in store for our housemates this week? What is waiting for them next weekend? Don’t miss the exciting first week of Pinoy Big Brother Double Up. Catch the PBB mania three times a day with PBB Uber in the afternoon, PBB Double Up on Primetime Bida and PBB Double Uplate late nights on ABS-CBN. You can also subscribe to the PBB Double Up live streaming on TFCNow and be up to date with what the housemates are doing 24/7.

Check out exclusive pictures of the housemates and the PBB Double Up kick-off at the PBB multiply site.

Sunday, October 4, 2009

PBB Double Up housemates will enter Big Brother’s house tonight


This Sunday (October 4), the whole country will get to see the official housemates of Pinoy Big Brother Double UP. The third edition of ABS-CBN’s reality show will have its “magical opening” starting 7:30 pm on the Kapamilya Network.

The ubiquitous Kuya (otherwise known as Big Brother) will finally reveal the identities of the newest housemates who were chosen from 17 audition sites and meticulously screened from among 57,824 applicants.

According to PBB business unit head Lauren Dyogi, “This is the longest, most tedious PBB audition we ever had. We also had the most number of people who auditioned. We had more than 50,000 including the last two auditions we had in Japan and San Francisco.”

He also points out that the twist of “Double UP” is a first in the history of the “Big Brother” franchise worldwide. He says the changes involve “the look of the house and the technical requirements of the show. It brings double happiness to the viewers.”

When asked to describe the changes that were done to Bahay ni Kuya, he revealed, “The lot is just the same. ‘Yong configuration lang ang binabago every season. Nabago ‘yong itsura ng interior because may pakulo this season. May confession room pa rin, dining, kitchen, bedrooms. The swimming pool will still be there.”

In fact, the cost of renovating the blue and yellow house was roughly the same amount that could have been used to construct a house in an exclusive Alabang subdivision.

During the press con of PBB, Direk Lauren emphasized that even though some of the former housemates have become mainstream stars, they did not envision the reality show to be a stepping stone for those wanting to penetrate the entertainment industry.

“Hindi naman talaga artista search ang PBB,” he clarifies. “Nagkakataon lang na talagang nakakahanap kami ng mga pumapasok sa bahay ni Kuya na magiging sikat paglabas. Noong season one si Sam [Milby] at si Jayson [Gainza] ang pinakasikat. Si Zanjoe [Marudo of Celebrity Edition] kahit hindi nanalo napakasikat ngayon. Si Ejay [Falcon of Teen Edition Season 2] sikat ngayon dahil sa Katorse. I think ang pinakasumikat talaga sina Sam, Kim Chiu at Gerald Anderson [both products of the first Teen Edition].”

The former housemates of PBB will come in full force to welcome the new members of the PBB family and so will the program’s trio of hosts Mariel Rodriguez, Bianca Gonzalez, and Toni Gonzaga.

Viewers will soon meet the housemates, some of whom have been dubbed as the Young Widow ng Pampanga, Struggling Mom ng Davao, Simpatikong Kusinero ng Batangas, Sassy Vamp ng Cebu, Romantic Stud ng Samar, Richie Rich ng Cebu, Inday Kengkay ng Gen San, Conservative Pharmacist ng Tondo, and Boy Astig ng Mindoro.

Sino sa kanila ang tatagal sa mga dobleng pasabog ni Kuya?

Find out when Pinoy Big Brother Double UP airs on ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida block, weekdays right after Dahil May Isang Ikaw.

Stay tuned to Studio 23 for the weekly highlights inside the PBB house on PBB Weekend Primetime every Saturday and Sunday on 6 pm starting October 10. Also see raw footage from the house on Pinoy Big Brother Streaming at 1 pm starting October 12.

Get double the features on Pinoy Big Brother Über and double the fun on PBB Double Uplate.

Saturday, October 3, 2009

Pilipinas Got Talent Teaser : Coming Soon on ABS-CBN

This is the video courtesy by

Valerie Concepcion: FHM Philippines October 2009 Cover


Hot momma Valerie Concepcion is on the cover of FHM Philippines October 2009 issue.

This is her second time to be the cover girl of FHM. Her first cover was in July 2006. The actress-TV host-single mom recently treated her family to a four-day vacation in Hong Kong last September. “Dire-diretso ang trabaho ko, halos hindi na ako nagpapahinga. Kaya siguro naman, I deserve a much-needed vacation with my family” she said.

Valerie is supposed to star in her first tv series on ABS-CBN entitled “Pat is Thin” but putting on the fat suit which she is required to wear takes three hours and it will conflict with her daily hosting stint in Wowowee that’s why she turned it down.

Catch this hot momma in the latest issue of FHM Philippines.

Cherry Pie Picache On ABS-CBN’s Mexicanovela Remake ‘Rubi’


After the highly-anticipated finale of ‘Tayong Dalawa’, the multi-awarded actress Cherry Pie Picache informed the media about her forthcoming primetime TV drama series, ‘Rubi.’ The primetime show is a remake of the well-loved Mexican TV series.

Cherry Pie, reluctant to give further information about the show will allegedly portray a kontra-bida role this time – a big transformation after her ‘mabait’ and ‘inaapi’ role as Marlyn in ‘Tayong Dalawa’. Mindless of her role Picache express gratitude to the ABS-CBN’s management for trusting her major roles like this.

Cherry Pie Picache promised not to fail the expectations of the audience and the management as well. She also assures that this brand new show from ABS-CBN’s primetime is something worth to watch out for.

Coco Martin says he will remain an indie actor despite his TV success



Coco Martin may have finally gotten his wish to penetrate TV mainstream, but clarified that he will remain an indie actor. Even with a busy schedule due to upcoming TV projects, Coco said that he will find time for an indie project if he is offered a good role. “If ever may magandang proyekto at alam kong maayos ang mga katrabaho ko, never kong hihindian ‘yan. Hangga’t makakakaya ko at maisisingit ko sa schedule ko, gagawin at gagawin ko,” he said.

Coco justified that while mainstream projects give him the chance to save up and enjoy popularity, acting in indie films gives him fulfillment as an actor. “Kumbaga hindi mo ito ginagawa for the sake na kumita ka, ginagawa mo ito dahil gusto mo ang trabahong ito at nirerespeto mo ‘yung propesyon mo,” he shared.

He also pointed out that if it were not for his being an indie actor, his acting skills may not have been noticed and he may not have penetrated the mainstream at all. As he put it, “Dala ng mga karanasan ko kung saan ako nanggaling, kumbaga malalim ang pinaghuhugutan ko. Malalim ‘yung karanasan ko kaya siguro para sa akin mas naa-appreciate ng mga manonood kung anuman ‘yung trabahong pinagpapaguran ko.”

Coco shared that his work an actor in TV and in indie films allows him versatility as a performer, something which he considers his advantage over other actors. “Siguro para sa akin ito na ‘yung time para makapag-adjust kasi iba naman ang indie at mainstream. Ito ‘yung blessings at ayoko namang tanggihan,” he shared. “Basta lagi ko na lang iniisip na dapat pagbutihan ko kasi baka mamaya ito na ‘yung last ko eh.”

While he might have a younger audience for his TV projects, Coco projects a bolder image in indie films. “Para sa akin magkaiba ang audience ng TV atsaka movie, lalo na sa indie,” he justified. “Parang ayoko namang mag-set ng limitations, eh. Kapag inisip ko kasi ‘yon ako ang maaapektuhan as an actor. Maaapektuhan at mag-iiba ang trabaho ko.”

After being part of the successful teleserye Tayong Dalawa, Coco is busy taping for Agimat: Mga Alamat ni Ramon Revilla, reprising the role of Tonyong Bayawak and for Nagsimula sa Puso as Maja Salvador.

Mariel Rodriguez defends Willie Revillame from detractors



Mariel Rodriguez expressed her sadness for the Typhoon Ondoy victims during the press conference for Pinoy Big Brother Double Up. Mariel said that although she is thankful to God that her family and home were spared from the flood, she couldn’t help but be emotional about those who lost their loved ones and their homes in the calamity. She decided to help by donating some of her clothes and other things to ABS-CBN’s Sagip Kapamilya relief operation. “‘Yung clothing endorsement ko nagbigay sila ng P200,000 worth of clothes. Malaking tulong ‘yun. Gusto ko ngang kumuha sa (lingerie) store ng ate ko kasi people really need underwear, really!”

Mariel even shared a funny story about when she was packing some of the things she was giving away. The über-bubbly host did not notice that she had slipped a few brassiere pads into the bag. “Gumamit kasi ako sa Varga nung mga pads sa bra para magmukhang malaki ‘yung boobs ko. Hindi ko napansin na ‘yung mga pads nasama dun sa relief bag na hinanda ko. Nasabihan ako nung isang friend ko, ‘Ano ‘yan?! Bakit mo sila bibigyan niyan?! Ano gagawin nila diyan?!’ Inisip ko na lang na baka may mga bakla diyan na nawalan ng gamit. Kung gusto nilang magka-boobs e ‘di gamitin nila ‘yung pads na bigay ko. Sabi ko dun sa mga pinagbigyan ko kung ano man ‘yung hindi nila magagamit ibenta na lang nila. Nagbigay pa kasi ako ng mga shades at high heel shoes, ha ha ha! E ‘yun ang mga meron ako e, mga sinusuot ko sa Wowowee.”

Speaking of helping out the victims of the typhoon, her fellow Wowowee host Willie Revillame, together with Senator Manny Villar, had gone around the areas of Pasig, Cainta, and Marikina last Sunday, September 27, to distribute relief goods to the victims. This act of charity drew criticism from some camps who viewed it as just one of Willie’s ways of campaigning for the 2010 national elections, but Mariel was quick to defend her co-host. “I cannot blame them for thinking that since paparating nga naman ‘yung election. Hindi lang si Kuya Willie, pati ‘yung iba pinagiisipan na may halong politics ‘yung pagtulong nila. Si Ate Kris (Aquino) may mga nagsasabi na nangangampanya siya for Noynoy (Aquino). But now is not really the good time to be saying those things. We just need to work together para matulungan ‘yung napakadaming victims. ‘Yung mga ka-negahan next time niyo na lang sabihin ‘yan. Sa ngayon hindi naman makakatulong ‘yun e. I don’t think dapat tumigil si Kuya Willie dahil lang sinasabihan siyang nangangampanya. Wala na lang ganun.”

There were also negative reactions to Willie’s million-peso donation to Sagip Kapamilya, that it was a very small amount considering his huge talent fee from ABS-CBN and product endorsements. To this, Mariel said, “Kailan naging maliit ang isang milyon? Hindi lang naman ‘yun ang tulong na ginawa niya. Marami pa siyang tinutulungan kahit noon pa, hindi lang natin alam. Marami sa staff ng Wowowee ang nawalan ng bahay at tinulungan sila ni Kuya Willie. It’s unfair for him na i-judge natin siya. Dapat pasalamatan pa rin natin ‘yung tulong na ibinigay niya. At the end of the day walang maliit o malaking tulong ang importante ay sincere tayo sa pagtulong.”

Friday, October 2, 2009

Ang mga Kapamilya artists sa gitna ng baha...


Gerald Anderson

Kris Aquino and KC Conception


Direk Joyce and Eric Santos

KC and Direk Joyce
Marica Reyes, Angel Locsin and Shaina Magdayao