Haharapin ni Maris Racal ang pamilya ng kanyang pinsan sa korte matapos niya malamang pinagmamalupitan nila ito sa “Ipaglaban Mo” ngayong Sabado (Agosto 18).

Malapit ang mag-pinsang Maya (Maris) at Tin (Mary Joy Apostol) sa isa’t-isa ngunit magkakahiwalay sila sa paglipat ng pamilya ni Maya sa ibang bansa. Maiiwan si Tin sa pangangalaga ng kanyang ama at ng pangalawang pamilya nito.

Hindi tatratuhin ng maayos si Tin ng pangalawang pamilya ng kaniyang ama at lalala pa ito sa pagpanaw ng tatay niya. Lulustayin ng kanyang madrasta at mga kapatid sa ama ang malaking mana ni Tin mula sa kanyang ina, na namatay sa panganganak.

Dahil hirap sa pag-iisip ni Tin ay hindi niya magagawang lumaban sa pang-aaping ginagawa sa kanya, hanggang sa ikulong siya sa isang kwarto sa kanilang bahay. Malalaman ito ni Maya sa kanyang pag-uwi sa Pilipinas at sa kanyang awa sa pinsan ay susubuking bawiin ito mula sa puder ng mga mapang-abusong kamag-anak.

Makuha kaya ni Maya si Tin mula sa malulupit na madrasta at mga kapatid? Mabalik kaya kay Tin ang kanyang mana?

Handog ng “Ipaglaban Mo,” ang longest-running na legal drama sa bansa, ang mga makabuluhang episode base sa totoong buhay, na maaaring mapagkuhanan ng aral. Nagbibigay rin ito ng libreng legal advice linggo-linggo sa ABS-CBN Tulong Center sa Quezon City.

Huwag palampasin ang “Kakampi,” sa direksyon ni FM Reyes, ngayong Sabado (Agosto 18), pagkatapos ng “It’s Showtime” sa ABS-CBN. Para sa updates, i-follow ang @abscbnpr sa Facebook, Twitter, at Instagram o kaya’y bisitahin ang www.abscbnpr.com.

Maris seeks custody of abused cousin in “Ipaglaban Mo”

Maris Racal will face off with the abusive step-family of her cousin in “Ipaglaban Mo” this Saturday (August 18).

Maya (Maris) and Tin (Mary Joy Apostol) grew up very close to each other but will be separated when Maya’s family migrates to a different country. This will leave Tin alone with her father and his second family.

Tin’s stepmother and half-siblings mistreat her and take advantage of her weak mind. Their abuse will worsen upon the death of her father. While they spend her inheritance from her mother, who died while giving birth to her, Maya is kept locked in a hidden room under poor conditions.

Maya learns of Tin’s situation after coming back to the Philippines. She will sue Tin’s stepfamily in court for custody of her cousin.

Will Maya be able to rescue her cousin from her stepfamily? Will Tin be able to get her inheritance back?

“Ipaglaban Mo,” the longest-running legal drama on Philippine television, offers viewers entertaining and informative episodes about real-life cases, which they may learn from. It also offers free legal advice to the public every week at ABS-CBN’s Tulong Center in Quezon City.

Don’t miss the “Kakampi” episode of “Ipaglaban Mo,” directed by FM Reyes, this Saturday (August 18) after “It’s Showtime” on ABS-CBN. For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.abscbnpr.com.

Nathalie, Xian, and Coleen in “Sin Island.” Photo courtesy of Star Cinema.

The lives of Coleen Garcia, Nathalie Hart, and Xian Lim entangle as they fight for love in the intriguing romance thriller film “Sin Island,” premiering on Cinema One this Sunday (August 19) at 7 PM.

Successful photographer David (Xian) and flight attendant Kanika (Coleen) has the perfect marriage until the former hits a snag in his career and catches his beloved wife in an affair with one of her colleagues. David then flees to the exotic Sinilaban Island where he meets and engages in an affair with charismatic fashion designer Tasha (Nathalie).

Despite the couple’s mistakes, Kanika is willing to redeem their once-perfect relationship, but Tasha is not one to let go. Will husband and wife recover from their errors or is it time for a new flame to take over?

“Sin Island,” directed by Gino M. Santos, first screened in cinemas as a rare Valentine’s offering of Star Cinema. The film’s cast also includes TJ Trinidad, Bernard Palanca, Dominic Ochoa, Lito Pimentel, Desiree del Valle, Nikki Valdez, Thou Reyes, and McCoy de Leon.

Witness the intense scenes in “Sin Island” on August 19, in Cinema One’s Blockbuster Sunday, now airing at 7 PM. Cinema One is available on SKYcable Channel 56, SKYdirect Channel 19, Destiny Cable Analog 37 and Digital 56. For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.abscbnpr.com.

Coleen at Nathali, magpapasiklaban para kay Xian sa Cinema One premiere ng “Sin Island”

Gugulo ang mundo nina Coleen Garcia, Nathalie Hart, at Xian Lim sa kanilang laban para sa pag-ibig sa romance thriller film na “Sin Island” na unang beses ipapalabas sa Cinema One ngayong Linggo (Agosto 19), 7 PM.

Masusubukan ang perpektong pamumuhay ng mag-asawang sina David (Xian) at Kanika (Coleen) sa pangangaliwa ng babae matapos mawalan ng trabaho ang kanyang asawa. Upang makalimot, tutungo si David sa isang isla—ang Sinilaban Island—kung saan mabibighani siya sa kaakit-akit na si Tasha (Nathalie).

Maibabalik pa kaya ni David at Kanika ang dating pagsasama? O tuluyan nang makukuha ni Tasha si David mula sa asawa nito?

Unang ipinalabas sa mga sinehan ang “Sin Island” bilang Valentine’s offering ng Star Cinema. Ito ay mula sa direksyon ni Gino M. Santos.

Tampok rin sa pelikula sina TJ Trinidad, Bernard Palanca, Dominic Ochoa, Lito Pimentel, Desiree del Valle, Nikki Valdez, Thou Reyes, at McCoy de Leon.

Tunghayan ang maiinit na mga tagpo sa “Sin Island,” sa Linggo (Agosto 19) sa Blockbuster Sunday ng Cinema One, 7 PM. Mapapanood ang Cinema One sa SKYcable Channel 56, SKYdirect Channel 19, Destiny Cable Analog 37 at Digital 56. Para sa iba pang updates, i-follow ang @abscbnpr sa Facebook, Twitter, at Instagram o kaya’y bisitahin angwww.abscbnpr.com.

Xian Lim and Coleen Garcia. Photo grabbed from “Sin Island” official trailer.

Sin Island premieres on Cinema One this Sunday (August 19)

Malalaman nina Khalil Ramos at Sofia Andres kung kailan ang nararapat na panahon para pakawalan ang isang minamahal ngayong Sabado (Agosto 18) sa “MMK.”

Gusto ni Aldrin (Khalil) na sa kanyang tanang buhay ay isang babae lamang ang kanyang mamahalin. Darating ang babaeng iyon sa katauhan ni Angel (Sofia), ang kanyang college girlfriend.

Bagamat may mga hahadlang sa kanilang relasyon ay hindi nila susukuan ang isa’t-isa. Sa kalaunan ay magpapakasal sila at magsisimula ng sarili nilang pamilya.

Subalit darating ang pinakamalaking dagok sa kanilang buhay at pagsasama nang magkaroon ng sakit sa puso si Angel.

Paano haharapin nina Aldrin at Angel ang pagsubok na ito?

Kasama rin sa episode na ito sina Jong Cuenco, Isay Alvarez, Allan Paule, Karen Timbol, at Angelo Ilagan. Ang episode ay sa ilalim ng direksyon ni Paco Sta. Maria at panunulat nina Arah Jell G. Badayos at Mae Rose Balanay. Ang “MMK” ay pinamumunuan ng business unit head na si Roda C. dela Cerna.

Panoorin ang  longest-running drama anthology sa Asya, ang “MMK,” tuwing Sabado ng gabi sa ABS-CBN.  Para sa updates, i-follow ang @abscbnpr sa Facebook, Twitter, at Instagram o kaya’y bisitahin ang www.abscbnpr.com.

Khalil and Sofia learn to love and let go in “MMK”

Khalil Ramos and Sofia Andres discover the pains in loving and letting go on “MMK” this Saturday (August 18).

Aldrin (Khalil) vowed to love only one woman for his whole life. He saw fulfillment of this promise in Angel (Sofia), his college girlfriend.

Despite having their relationship tested many times, the couple didn’t give up on each other. Their love got stronger and one day, they decided to make the ultimate pledge to each other in marriage.

However, their happiness took a sudden blow when they found out about Angel’s heart condition.

How did Aldrin and Angel face this obstacle in their lives?

Also in this episode are Jong Cuenco, Isay Alvarez, Allan Paule, Karen Timbol, and Angelo Ilagan. It is under the direction of Paco Sta. Maria and written by Arah Jell G. Badayos and Mae Rose Balanay. “MMK” is headed by business unit head, Roda C. dela Cerna.

Don’t miss the longest-running drama anthology in Asia, “MMK,” every Saturday on ABS-CBN. For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.abscbnpr.com.

Six ace celebrities remain Kapamilyas after renewing their respective contracts with ABS-CBN last August 16.

The line-up of Kapamilya stars include “Mr. Pure Energy” Gary Valenciano, who will continuously be seen in the Sunday noontime variety show “ASAP.” Fans of the show in Sydney, meanwhile, can expect to catch him as he joins “ASAP Live In Sydney: The Grand Kapamilya Party Down Under” in October. He will also serve as a hurado in “It’s Showtime’s ‘Tawag ng Tanghalan’” and a juror in the program “Your Face Sounds Familiar.”

Meanwhile, Maja Salvador is set to do a new program and movie with the Kapamilya network that are yet to be disclosed. The “Dance Princess” shared how grateful she is to ABS-CBN as she was given the opportunity to showcase her talent to a bigger audience specifically in Thailand, “Thankful talaga ako sa ABS-CBN. Sobrang lawak ng nararating ng Kapamilya programs. Masaya ako na parte ako ng magagandang shows na ‘yun (Bridges of Love, Legal Wife, and Wildflower).”

Actor, comedian, dancer, and TV host John Prats also remains a Kapamilya as he continues his role on “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” and hosting stint on “Banana Sundae.” “Forever grateful. I’ll be entering my 26th year in the industry and in ABS-CBN. Lagi akong grateful dahil sa tagal na ‘yun may tiwala pa rin sila at patuloy na naniniwala sa akin,” John said.

Robi Domingo, on the other hand, will continue being one of the hosts of the Sunday noontime variety show “ASAP,” the sports program “U Town” together with Gretchen Ho, the digital travel series “Lakwatsero,” and will still be regularly seen as a VJ of the music channel “MYX.” Robi will also be seen on the new Kapamilya program “Star Hunt” and on the new season of “Pinoy Big Brother” set to air by the end of the year. He also disclosed that he is working with kids on a new project.

Beauty Gonzales also inked her contract with ABS-CBN. Her upcoming projects are yet to be disclosed. “I’m very excited because it’s my first contract with ABS-CBN, exciting times ahead,” shared Beauty.

Star Magic artist Joseph Marco completes the roster of celebrities who renewed his contract with ABS-CBN. With projects still confidential, Joseph cannot hide his excitement as a Kapamilya actor: “Signing up with ABS-CBN is still overwhelming for me. Nakaka-ilang sign na ako pero I still feel the happiness and excitement so I’m really looking forward.”

Present in the signing were ABS-CBN chairman Mark Lopez, ABS-CBN president and chief executive officer Carlo Katigbak, chief operating officer of broadcast Cory Vidanes, TV production head Laurenti Dyogi, head of finance for Broadcast and news and current affairs Cat Lopez, along with the respective managers of the artists.

GARY, MAJA, JOHN, ROBI, BEAUTY, AT JOSEPH MANANATILING KAPAMILYA

Mananatiling Kapamilya ang anim na dekalibreng artista matapos nilang muling pumirma ng kani-kanilang kontrata sa Kapamilya network kamakailan.

Kabilang dito si “Mr. Pure Energy” Gary Valenciano, na patuloy na mapapanood sa Sunday noontime variety show na “ASAP.” Ang mga taga-hanga ng show na nakabase sa Sydney ay maka-aasang mapapanood si Gary bilang bahagi “ASAP Live In Sydney: The Grand Kapamilya Party Down Under” sa Oktubre. Patuloy rin siyang magsisilbring hurado sa “It’s Showtime’s ‘Tawag ng Tanghalan’” at juror sa “Your Face Sounds Familiar.”

Ang “Dance Princess” naman na si Maja Salvador ay nakatakdang gumawa ng bagong programa at pelikula na dapat abangan ng kanyang mga taga-hanga. Ibinahagi rin ni Maja kung gaano siya nagpapasalamat sa ABS-CBN dahil sa oportunidad na ibinigay nito upang maabot ang mas malawak na manonood partikular na sa Thailand, “Thankful talaga ako sa ABS-CBN. Sobrang lawak ng nararating ng Kapamilya programs. Masaya ako na parte ako ng magagandang shows na ‘yun (Bridges of Love, Legal Wife, and Wildflower).”

Samantala, ang Kapamilya actor, comedian, dancer, at TV host na si John Prats naman ay mananatili ring Kapamilya at patuloy na gagampanan ang kanyang role sa “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” at ang kanyang hosting stint sa “Banana Sundae.” Nang tanungin kung ano ang pakiramdam nito bilang Kapamilya, sagot ng aktor: “Forever grateful. I’ll be entering my 26th year in the industry and in ABS-CBN. Lagi akong grateful dahil sa tagal na ‘yun may tiwala pa rin sila at patuloy na naniniwala sa akin.”

Sa kabilang banda, si Robi Domingo naman ay patuloy na magsisilbing host para sa Sunday noontime variety show na “ASAP,” sa sports program na “U Town” kasama si Gretchen Ho, sa digital travel series na “Lakwatsero,” at patuloy ring magsisilbing VJ sa music channel na “MYX.” Makikita rin si Robi sa bagong programa ng Kapamilya network na “Star Hunt” at sa bagong season ng “Pinoy Big Brother” na eere bago matapos ang taon. Ibinahagi rin ni Robi na mayroon siyang ginagawang proyekto kung saan mga bata ang kanyang makakasama.

Pumirma rin ng kontrata sa ABS-CBN si Beauty Gonzales. Nakapila ang mga proyekto para sa kanya ngunit hindi pa maaaring ibunyag. “I’m very excited because it’s my first contract with ABS-CBN, exciting times ahead,” ani Beauty.

Ang Star Magic artist na si Joseph Marco ang kumumpleto sa listahan ng mga dekalibreng artista na pumirma ng kontrata kamakailan sa ABS-CBN. Kahit na hindi pa rin maaaring ibunyag ang kanyang mga proyekto, hindi maitago ni Joseph ang kanyang pananabik at saya bilang Kapamilya aktor: “Signing up with ABS-CBN is still overwhelming for me. Nakaka-ilang sign na ako pero I still feel the happiness and excitement so I’m really looking forward.”

Dumalo sa pirmahan ng kontrata sina ABS-CBN chairman Mark Lopez, ABS-CBN president at chief executive officer Carlo Katigbak, chief operating officer ng broadcast Cory Vidanes, TV production head Laurenti Dyogi, head ng finance for Broadcast at news and current affairs Cat Lopez, at ang mga manager ng mga artista.

In our relationships with partners and loved ones, hurting and getting hurt are inevitable. But in order to move on to the next chapter of our lives, they say, we must learn to forgive those who have wronged us and give them a second chance.  The value of forgiveness is highlighted in some of our favorite Kapamilya teleseryes, which feature conflicts and rivalries that end in reconciliations.

It’s better to let go of a grudge than get revenge, and these Kapamilya teleserye characters show us why:

1. Agatha and her twin sisters and family (“The Blood Sisters”)

It was clear from the start that among the triplets played by Erich Gonzales in “The Blood Sisters,” Agatha was going to be the black sheep and the rebellious one. She joined a syndicate that threatened to kill her whole family and even served as an accomplice when Rocco (Jake Cuenca) fatally shot her twin Carrie. In the final week of the series, Agatha apologized for everything she did and even expressed her intention to sacrifice her life so they can save their mother, Adele (Cherry Pie Picache), from their enemies. Erika and Carrie, ultimately forgave their sister and encouraged her to make it up to them and change for the better. “Nakikita namin na totoo kang nagsisisi. Lahat may kapatawaran sa batas, sa amin, lalong lalo na sa Diyos,” Erika told Agatha.

2. Cardo and Alyana (“FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano”)

Cardo (Coco Martin) is known for his dedication to helping people and serving the country. However, his passion was also the reason his marriage with Alyana (Yassi Pressman) crumbled to pieces. After Alyana gave up on their marriage, Cardo pursued her tirelessly. All it took for Alyana to forgive Cardo was a life-changing moment when she realized she could not live without her husband. After Alyana apologized to Cardo for treating him unfairly, she said she was ready to give their love another chance, “Gusto kong magsimula tayo ulit. Kalimutan na natin ang lahat ng hindi magagandang alaala at buuin natin muli ang pamilya natin.”

3. Samantha and Ana (“Asintado”)

Samantha (Shaina Magdayao) treated Ana (Julia Montes) as her mortal nemesis as she competed for Gael (Paulo Avelino)’s love. But when she learned that her archrival was her long lost sister, she slowly learned to leave their past behind. She also asked for forgiveness from Ana for not keeping her promise to their parents to protect her and letting her heart be consumed with resentment. Samantha ultimately let go of her bitterness and even attended Ana and Gael’s wedding without making a scene, despite being extremely upset.

4. Matadora and Marikit and the rest of Sansinukob (“Bagani”)

After a near-death experience, Matadora (Aiko Melendez) realized the error of her ways and sought forgiveness from her sister Marikit (Charlie Dizon) for using her in her anger, and from Dilag (Lara Quigaman) and Ganda (Liza Soberano) for wreaking havoc in Sansinukob while under the power of Sarimaw. Matadora expressed great remorse for what she did and was welcomed back to her home in the farming region.

5. Espie and Vincent (“Wansapanataym Presents: Ikaw ang GHOSTo Ko”)

Fortuneteller Espie (Maymay Entrata) experienced a painful heartbreak after her childhood love Vincent (Edward Barber) toyed with her feelings. Fast forward to the present: The two reunite and Vincent is a troubled ghost who asks for Espie’s help so he can come back to life and help his mother find the answers about his sudden, mysterious death. At first, Espie had a hard time accepting his former love’s apology, but her willingness to put her abilities to good use helped her forgive Vincent.

ABS-CBN’s newest primetime series “Halik” debuted strongly, Coleen Garcia Crawford is ABS-CBN Lifestyle inspo this fitness month, more children face a better future with Bantay Bata 163 Children’s Village, and #JoshLia stars in their first teleserye together, “Ngayon at Kailanman.”

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Some of the country’s brightest stars today started their journey to stardom with a simple audition – all it took was a confidence, a spark of hope, and a little dream.

Filipino dreamers get their place in the spotlight and share their stories on ABS-CBN’s grand audition show “Star Hunt,” which premieres on Monday (August 20) on Kapamilya Gold.

The show will heavily feature the stories and talents of promising Star Dreamers or auditionees who came to ABS-CBN’s “Star Hunt” auditions in 13 locations in and out of the country.

They will be introduced to viewers by the show’s hosts Kim Chiu, Alex Gonzaga, Robi Domingo, and Melai Cantiveros – stars who were once dreamers and showcased their authenticity on “Pinoy Big Brother.”

But more than highlighting the Star Dreamers’ life stories and aspirations, the show will follow their journey to achieving their dreams and improving their skills.

So far, many successful Star Dreamers have become or may become a part of “I Can See Your Voice,” “Tawag ng Tanghalan,” “Dance Kids,” “Pilipinas Got Talent,” “MMK,” “Pinoy Big Brother” and the soon-to-be-launched dance competition “World of Dance Philippines.”

“Star Hunt” will also give opportunities to the Star Dreamers to appear in or join ABS-CBN’s different platforms, whether it is on television, radio, online, movies, or music.

Which of the Star Dreamers will become a housemate in the newest season of “Pinoy Big Brother”? How are Piolo Pascual and Coco Martin help some of the Star Dreamers achieve their dream?

Don’t miss the premiere of “Star Hunt” on Monday (August 20) on ABS-CBN. For updates, follow visit fb.com/starhuntabscbn and follow @@starhuntabscbn on Twitter and Instagram.

Magbibigay-serbisyo sa lahat ng nangangarap

“Star Hunt,” susundan ang mga kwento ng pangarap at tagumpay ng mga Pinoy 

Bago natupad ang pangarap ng ilan sa mga pinakahinahangaang bituin ng mga Pinoy ngayon, nagsimula ang kwento nilang lahat sa isang audition.

Ito ang mga kwento ng pangarap at pag-asa na bibida sa bagong grand audition show na “Star Hunt” na magbibigay-serbisyo sa lahat ng ordinaryong Pilipinong nangangarap at magsisimula na ngayong Lunes (Agosto 20) sa Kapamilya Gold.

Manggagaling ang mga istoryang ito sa mga Star Dreamer o auditionee na nakitaan ng potensyal sa libo-libong sumugod at sumalang sa mga ginanap na “Star Hunt” grand auditions sa loob at labas ng bansa.

Ipapakilala sa mga manonood ang mga natatanging Star Dreamer na ito ng hosts ng programa na minsan na ring nangarap at nagpakatotoo sa loob ng Bahay ni Kuya, sina Kim Chiu, Alex Gonzaga, Robi Domingo, at Melai Cantiveros.

Ngunit higit pa sa pagpapakita ng iba’t ibang talento – mula aktingan, sayawan, kantahan, at iba pa – susundan din ng show ang pagpapabuti ng Star Dreamers ng kanilang galing tungo sa pag-abot ng kanilang pangarap.

Mula sa auditions, tutulungan ng “Star Hunt” ang Star Dreamers na habulin ang kanilang bituin at bibigyan ng pagkakataong maitampok sa iba’t ibang platforms ng ABS-CBN – mapa-TV, radyo, musika, online, o pelikula man ito.

Simula nang ilunsad ang Star Hunt auditions, nakapagbigay na ito ng pag-asa sa mga Star Dreamer na naging o maaaring maging bahagi ng “I Can See Your Voice,” “Tawag ng Tanghalan,” “Dance Kids,” “MMK,” “Pinoy Big Brother” at ang paparating na dance competition na “World of Dance Philippines.”

Alin kaya sa Star Dreamers na itatampok ang may posibilidad na maging housemate sa susunod na season ng “Pinoy Big Brother”? Paano kaya konektado sina Piolo Pascual at Coco Martin sa pagtupad ng pangarap ng ilang Star Dreamer?

Panoorin ang pag-uumpisa ng “The Blood Sisters” ngayong Pebrero 12 sa ABS-CBN. Para sa updates, pumunta lamang sa fb.com/starhuntabscbn o i-follow ang @ starhuntabscbn sa Twitter at Instagram.

The TNT Boys emerged as the newest grand winner of “Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids” tonight (Aug 19). Their transformation as powerful trio Jessie J, Ariana Grande, and Nicki Minaj garnered a total combined judges’ scores and text votes of 100%. They also won P1 million, house and lot, and a special gadget showcase.

Meanwhile, Onyok Pineda , who performed as Steven Tyler, came second with 67.59%, while Esang De Torres landed on the third spot with 58.52% as she channeled Barbra Streisand for her final performance.

Ang worldwide sensation na TNT Boys ang hinirang na pinakabagong grand winner ng “Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids” matapos nilang pabilibin ang mga juror at manonood para sa kanilang transformation bilang Jessie J, Ariana Grande, at Nicki Minaj sa grand showdown noong Linggo (Agosto 19).

Ang performance ng bigshot trio ng hit song na “Bang Bang” ang nakakuha ng pinakamataas na pinagsamang scores mula sa jury at public text votes na 100%. Tinalo rin nila ang pito pang katunggali na kiddie performers.

Bilang premyo, nag-uwi sina Mackie Empuerto, Kiefer Sanchez, at Francis Concepcion ng P1 milyon, house and lot, at gadget showcase.

Nakuha naman ni Onyok Pineda ang second spot para sa kanyang performance bilang Steven Tyler at nagkamit ng average score na 67.59%. Sinundan siya ni Esang De Torres na ginaya si Barbra Streisand at nakakuha naman ng 58.52%.

Tinutukan nga ng mga manonood ang naganap na grand showdown ng kiddie performers ng “Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids” matapos itong magkamit ng national TV rating na 36.5% noong Sabado (Agosto 18), laban sa “The Clash” (18.9%), ayon sa datos ng Kantar Media. Ito rin ang pinakapinanood na palabas noong Linggo (Agosto 19) sa pagtala nito ng 37.1%, kumpara sa katapat nito na nakakuha ng 18.4%.

Sa darating na weekend (Agosto 25 at 26), muli namang magsasama-sama para sa isang all-star concert ang lahat ng naging performers ng “Your Face Sounds Familiar” sa parehong regular at kids seasons nito. Abangan ang kanilang tranformations na siguradong muling magpapamangha sa mga manonood.

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TNT BOYS IS NEWEST “YOUR FACE KIDS” GRAND WINNER

Worldwide sensation TNT Boys was hailed as the newest grand winner of “Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids” after astounding the jurors and viewers with their transformation into the iconic trio of Jessie J, Ariana Grande, and Nicki Minaj in the season’s grand showdown Sunday night (August 19).

The bigshot trio’s performance of the hit song “Bang Bang” earned them the highest combined judges’ scores and public text votes – a whopping 100% — beating seven other performers.

As the winners, Mackie Empuerto, Kiefer Sanchez, and Francis Concepcion took home P1 million, house and lot, and a gadget showcase as prizes.

Onyok Pineda, on the other hand, finished second with 67.59% as he performed as Steven Tyler, while Esang De Torres landed on the third spot with 58.52% with her performance as Barbra Streisand.

More viewers nationwide tuned in to the kiddie performers’ two-night grand showdown of “Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids” as it hit a national TV rating of 36.5% versus “The Clash” (18.9%) last Saturday (August 18), according to data from Kantar Media. It also ruled last Sunday (August 19) as it recorded 37.1%, compared to its rival program with only 18.4%.

Meanwhile, “Your Face Sounds Familiar” brings more surprises this coming weekend (August 25 and 26) as the show’s performers from both regular and kids seasons come together for an all-star concert treat. Don’t miss their transformations that will once again grace the stage and impress viewers.

Metro Society features internationally acclaimed extraordinary artist Ronald Ventura on the cover of its world-class Filipino issue out this month.

Get to know Ronald behind the work as Metro Society gets exclusive access to his home and studio. The contemporary artist shared how he considers the “Human Study” his breakthrough work—a treatise on human survival during dark times. It won the Ateneo Art Award in 2005 and catapulted him into the international circuit, with the award granting him a residency and allowing him to travel, opening up a new visual experience while feeding his creativity.

Read on in the cover story as the sought-after artist opens up about what his upbringing had been like, his influences then and now, his curiosities and fascinations, and what it means to be a world-class Filipino.

Following the cover is a special feature on this year’s ArteFino, a movement nurturing and empowering the Filipino artisan to reach new heights. “Local is the new international” is the focus this year, and as the sought-out craft fair returns on August 30 for four days, Metro Society joins the collective to celebrate another year of celebrating local.

Afterwards, the spotlight is trained on four Pinoys who are truly world-class: theater actress Christina Allado, who has appeared on West End for plays such as Hamilton and In the Heights; Chefs Miko Aspiras and Kristine Lotilla, who continue to produce pastries and desserts that wow as they open their new Workshop Bespoke Bakery at The Grid; Carlo Delantar, the Waves4Water country director who shares his passion of making something as simple and as necessary as clean water accessible in the poorest parts of the world; and Paris-bon vivant Babette Aquino-Benoit who, after 25 beautiful years in the City of Lights, brings her estate and her life back here.

Get inspired by this month’s fashion editorial that highlights iconic local flair by Filipino designers Natalya Lagdameo, John Herrera, Vania Romoff, Francis Libiran, Randy Ortiz, Patty Ang, Ann Ong, Masanting Sasteria, Michael Leyva, and Aranaz.

For style inspiration, get to know Ricardo Preto, creative director of Rustan’s, as he talks about beauty and harmony. Jetting off somewhere and need an outfit? Step inside and splurge at Patty Ang’s boutique for Power Plant Mall.

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The 2018 remake is off to a flying start as it returns on the air.

Viewers nationwide tuned in to the premiere of the much-anticipated remake of the classic “Meteor Garden,” which started airing last Monday (August 20) on the same timeslot when its original Taiwanese version aired and became a phenomenal hit.

The pilot episode of the new “Meteor Garden” enjoyed a national TV rating of 21.4%, winning against “Wowowin,” which only registered 15.4%, according to data from Kantar Media.

The biggest and most demanded Asianovela for 2018, “Meteor Garden” is back on ABS-CBN as it celebrates its 15^th year of being the true and first home of Asianovelas.

Filipinos will once again follow the life of the feisty Shancai, a girl from a family who runs a delivery service of meals cooked by her mother to make ends meet and stands up to the notorious group of rich, brilliant, young men who always get their way in the university she is attending.

She will become a target of the F4 and is subjected to every horrible bullying tactic they can employ to make her quit school. However, one of the boys, Huaze Lei takes an interest in her and comes to be her white knight during times she is unable to defend herself. But at the same time, their leader, Daoming Si, falls for the unyielding heroine and starts to appreciate her strong-willed nature.

The 2018 iteration of the Taiwanese series is bannered this time around by Chinese stars such as Shen Yue as Dong Shancai, the main character of the series. The boys, meanwhile, are played by Dylan Wang as Daoming Si, the main love interest of Shancai; Darren Cheng as Huaze Lei; Connor Leong as Fang Meizuo; and Ceasar Wu as Ximen Yan.

“We’re very excited to be once more giving our Kapamilyas the famed ‘Meteor Fever’ that once swept the nation, thanks to this much-anticipated remake. We are sure it will elicit the same type of ‘kilig’ Filipinos felt when they made it a part of their viewing habits more than a decade ago,” said ABS-CBN Acquisitions head Macie Imperial.

In 2003, the Philippines fell madly in love with the original series that starred the famed, and what became to others as the original F4 composed of Jerry Yan, Vaness Wu, Vic Zhou, Ken Chu, and female lead Barbie Xu. Fans can catch them again on iWant TV as it brings back the remastered original Taiwan version starting September 1.

Don’t miss the episodes of “Meteor Garden” on Primetime Bida, right before “TV Patrol.”

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Wagi sa kilig, Wagi rin sa ratings…

SHANCAI AT F4, “METEOR GARDEN,” PANALO ANG PAGBABALIK SA ABS-CBN

Sinubaybayan ng buong bansa ang pagbabalik-telebisyon ng unang Asianovela na nagpaibig sa buong bansa, ang “Meteor Garden,” na nagsimulang ipalabas noong Lunes (Agosto 20) sa dati nitong timeslot kung saan umere ang hit na original Taiwanese version ng serye.

Nagtala ang 2018 remake ng “Meteor Garden” ng national TV rating na 21.4%, at nagwagi laban sa katapat nitong palabas na “Wowowin” na nakakuha lamang ng 15.4%, ayon sa datos ng Kantar Media.

Sa pagdiriwang ng ABS-CBN ng ika-15 taon nito bilang true and first home of Asianovelas, muling susundan ng mga Pinoy ang buhay ni Shancai, isang dalaga mula sa isang simpleng pamilya na maglalakas-loob kalabanin ang F4, isang grupo ng apat na maiimpluwensyang binata sa kanilang unibersidad.

Magiging target si Shancai ng pambu-bully ng F4 para lamang umalis siya sa eskwelahan. Ngunit sa gitna ng gulo, magkakaroon ng interes sa kanya si Huaze Lei, ang magsisilbing protektor niya laban sa iba pang mga estudyante. Gugulo naman ang samahan ng F4 kapag nahulog ang loob ni Daoming Si sa palabang bida.

Bumibida sa 2018 na bersyon ng “Meteor Garden” ang sikat na Chinese stars na pinangungunahan ng aktres na si Shen Yue bilang si Dong Shancai. Gaganap naman bilang mga miyembro ng F4 sina Dylan Wang bilang Daoming Si, Darren Cheng bilang Huaze Lei, Connor Leong bilang Fang Meizuo, at Ceasar Wu bilang Ximen Yan.

“Lubos kaming natutuwa na muling maramdaman ng ating mga Kapamilya ang tinaguriang ‘Meteor Fever’ sa remake na ito. Sigurado kaming muling kikiligin ang buong bansa at mamahalin ang bagong Shancai at ang bagong F4,” sabi ni ABS-CBN Acquisitions head na si Macie Imperial.

Noong 2003, sinubaybayan ng mga Pinoy ang orihinal na seryeng pinagbidahan ng kinilalang F4 ng naturang henerasyon na sina Jerry Yan, Vaness Wu, Vic Zhou, Ken Chu, at ni Barbie Xu na siyang gumanap na Shancai. Mapapanood naman silang muli ng fans sa iWant TV simula Setyembre 1.

Huwag palampasin ang mga episode ng “Meteor Garden” bago mag-“TV Patrol” sa first and true home of Asianovelas, ang ABS-CBN.

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Handa nang gumawa ng ingay sa buong kalawakan ang beshies mula sa iba’t-ibang panig ng bansa at mundo sa pagbabalik ng “Miss Q and A” sa “It’s Showtime” para sa bagong edisyon nito na “InterTALAKtic 2019.”

Mas lumawak na nga ang tagisan ng talakan para sa korona ngayong hindi na lang mga kandidata mula Luzon, Visayas, at Mindanao ang makikipaglaban, kung hindi pati na rin ang aspiring Filipino queens mula ibang kontinente.

Mas pinahigpit din ang laban ngayong may mga bagong pakulong idinagdag sa patimpalak na lalong susubok sa galing ng mga contestant. Una na nga rito ang “Beks in Chuk Chak” kung saan agad mananalo ng P5,000 ang kandidatang may pinakamahusay at pinakapatok na introduction.

Sunod naman ang “IbiGAY Mo Na” kung saan sunod-sunod silang sasagot sa mga katanungan at maliligwak ang makakapagbitaw ng mali o nasabi nang sagot ng kapwa nila kandidata.

Pagdating naman sa “Beklaban,” magpapagalingan ang mga kalahok sa pag-pose upang magkaroon ng kapangyarihan na mabasa at pumili ng mga katanungang kanilang sasagutin.

Gaya naman ng nakaraang edisyon, ang mananalo sa “Beklamation” ang hihiranging “Miss Q and A” ng araw na iyon.

Sa pagbabalik ng “Miss Q and A” noong Lunes (Agosto 20), unang kinorahan si Bobby Barientos ng Baguio City na agad ding pinalitan ni Kwangky Mae Florendo ng Mandaluyong City noong Martes (Aug 21) at muling nanalo noong Miyerkules (August 22).

Abangan ang tagisan ng galing sa pagtalak ng mga kandidata ng “Miss Q and A InterTALAKtic 2019” sa “It’s Showtime” tuwing tanghali sa ABS-CBN at ABS-CBN HD (SkyCable ch 167). Para sa updates, i-follow ang @abscbnpr sa Facebook, Twitter, at Instagram o kaya’y bisitahin ang www.abscbnpr.com.

Now open to Pinoy beshies from other continents…
QUEENS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD BATTLE IN NEW SEASON OF “MISS Q AND A”

Aspiring queens all over the country and around the world will once again set viewers and netizens abuzz with their witty and powerful answers as “Miss Q and A” returns to “It’s Showtime” for its newest season.

Titled “InterTALAKtic 2019,” the competition now opens its doors to hopefuls not only from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, but also aspiring Filipino queens from other continents.

The competition also gets even tighter as new surprises and challenges test the candidates’ wit and grace, including the “Best in Chuk Chak” award worth P5,000, which goes to the contestant with the best and well-applauded introduction.

Another new round of the pageant, “IbiGAY Mo Na,” stretches the candidates’ abilities as they answer questions one by one. Whoever repeats or gives a wrong answer gets eliminated.

In “Beklaban,” the candidates entertain the madlang people with their poses. The winner of the round gets to read and choose the question she likes to answer and can use the power to her advantage.

Meanwhile, like in the previous season, the last two standing beshies will battle in “Beklamation,” where they will be judged by a panel of hurados.

Last Monday (August 20), Bobby Barientos of Baguio city reigned victorious and took home the crown, but was quickly dethroned by Kwangky Mae Florendo last Tuesday (August 21) and won another crown last Wednesday (August 22).

Don’t miss the battle of wit and grace of Filipino aspiring queens in “Miss Q and A InterTALAKtic 2019” on “It’s Showtime,” weekdays on ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN HD (SkyCable ch 167). For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.abscbnpr.com.

Mapapanood muli ng KBO viewers ang labis na tinangkilik na 2017 MMFF ni Coco Martin na “Ang Panday” simula Sabado (Aug. 25) hanggang Lunes (Aug. 27) kasama ang “So Connected” nina Jameson Blake at Janella Savador.

Samahan ang “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” star sa kanyang unang pagdirehe ng pelikula at ang pagbibigay buhay muli sa Carlo J. Caparas classic.

Kilalanin dito si Flavio III (Coco), apo ng kauna-unahang Panday, at laking sa Tondo. Papatunayan niya sa lahat na karapat-dapat siyang tawaging Ang Panday, tagapagmana ng mahiwagang espada. Pipigilan niya ang kasamaan para maisalba ang mundo sa kanyang pakikipaglaban kay Lizardo (Jake Cuenca).

Samantala, eere rin sa unang pagkakataon ang pelikula nina Janella Salvador at Jameson Blake na “So Connected,” tungkol kay Karter (Jameson) na unti-unting makikilala ang waitress na si Trisha (Janella) gamit ang social media.

Bukod sa dalawang pelikula, mapapanood din ngayong weekend ang “Can We Still Be Friends,” “ Cinco,” at “ABNKKBSNPLAKO.”

Mag-register gamit ang prepaid o postpaid SIM. Sa prepaid, mag-load lang (Globe, TM, Smart, Sun, TNT) ng P30; pindutin ang green / INFO button sa inyong TVplus box remote para makuha ang inyong box ID; i-text ang KBO30 AUG25<TVplus box ID> sa 2366.

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Janella-Jameson’s “So Connected” debuts on PH TV

COCO MARTIN JOINS THE 3-DAY WEEKEND OF KBO

KBO viewers get an additional treat this week as MMFF 2017 blockbuster hit and Coco Martin starrer “Ang Panday” joins the line-up this long weekend with the Janella-Jameson movie “So Connected.”

Watch “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” lead star, Coco, in his directorial debut and as he revives the Carlo J. Caparas classic.

Get to know Flavio III, the original Panday’s grandson who grew up in Tondo as he proves to all that he deserves to be his grandfather’s successor and heir to the magical blade. He will stop and end Lizardo’s (Jake Cuenca) evil ways to protect mankind.

Meanwhile, KBO users can also catch the TV premiere of “So Connected,” which revolves around Karter (Jameson), who gets to know Trisha (Janella), a struggling waiter, through photos and videos in the social media.

Aside from the two movies, Kapamilyas also can watch ang “Can We Still Be Friends,” “ Cinco,” and “ABNKKBSNPLAKO.”

You may register using any prepaid or postpaid SIM. For prepaid, just load up (Globe, TM, Smart, Sun, TNT) with P30; press the green / INFO button on your TVplus box remote to get your box ID; then text KBO30 AUG25<TVplus box ID> to 2366.

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Tinutukan ng mga manonood ang pagsisimula ng seryeng tampong ang unang pagtatambal ng JoshLia, ang “Ngayon at Kailanman” noong Lunes (Agosto 20), kung saan pinakilala ang mga pamilyang hahadlang sa pag-iibigan ng mga ito.

Nagkamit ng national TV rating na 31.2% ang episode ng “Ngayon at Kailanman,” o mas mataas ng 13.9 puntos kaysa sa katapat nitong programa na “Onanay” na nagtala lamang ng 17.3%, ayon sa datos mula Kantar Media.

Sa unang episode ng “Ngayon at Kailanman,” nakilala ng mga manonood ang pamilya Cortes, isang mayaman at makapangyarihang angkan na kayang gawin ang kahit ano para mapanatili ang kanilang estado sa buhay.

Bagama’t hindi pa pinapakita ang mga bidang sina Joshua Garcia at Julia Barretto ay marami na ang nanood at nag-tweet tungkol dito kaya naman nag-trend sa Twitter ang hashtag nitong #SimulaNgKailanman.

Marami ang pumuri sa kwento at pagkakabuo ng unang episode, gaya ni @Ekis08 na nag-tweet, “I don’t usually tweet about teleserye but when I do, I am impressed. The best teleserye pilot for me so far!!! Ang intense, the storyline, the deaths every after gap, the dilemma of each and every character, iba rin ang child actors eh!!! #SimulaNgKailanman #NgayonAtKailanman.”

Nag-tweet naman si @yezthatgirl tungkol sa paborito niyang eksena, “Aaahhhh pilor episode was intense!!!! Island 2^nd set of parents death scene had me crying like a baby!!!! #SimulaNgKailanman”

Habang si @ethanderbolt naman na-miss ang mga classic na teleserye, “At last, ABS CBNs giving us back this kind of teleserye after the recent action fantasy series. #SimulaNgKailanman”

Ngayong linggo, masusubaybayan naman ang paglaki nina Inno (Joshua) at Eva (Julia) at ang magkaibang mundong kanilang kakagisnan.

Paano huhubugin ng kanilang mga pamilya ang kanilang pagkatao? Paano paglalapitin ng tadhana sina Inno at Eva?

Laging manood ng “Ngayon at Kailanman,” gabi-gabi sa Primetime Bida ng ABS-CBN, pagkatapos ng “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano.”

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The Cortes family led by Donya Carmen played by Rosemarie Gil

Premiere of JoshLia’s “Ngayon at Kailanman” draws high nationwide ratings

Filipinos watched the classic love story of “Ngayon at Kailanman” begin as JoshLia’s first teleserye opened to strong ratings last Monday (August 20).

The episode, which introduced the powerful Cortes clan, garnered a national TV rating of 31.2%, or 13.9 points higher than its rival “Onanay’s” 17.3%.

The highly anticipated “Ngayon at Kailanman” episode introduced viewers to the Corteses, who are willing to do to keep their wealth and power.

Although Joshua Garcia and Julia Barretto did not make an appearance in the episode, viewers tuned in and tweeted about the show, making its hashtag #SimulaNgKailanman trend on Twitter.

Many praised the storytelling of the episode, like user @Ekis08 who wrote, “I don’t usually tweet about teleserye but when I do, I am impressed. The best teleserye pilot for me so far!!! Ang intense, the storyline, the deaths every after gap, the dilemma of each and every character, iba rin ang child actors eh!!! #SimulaNgKailanman #NgayonAtKailanman.”

Meanwhile, @yezthatgirl tweeted about her favorite scene, “Aaahhhh pilot episode was intense!!!! Island 2^nd set of parents death scene had me crying like a baby!!!! #SimulaNgKailanman.”

@ethanderbolt expressed his appreciation for the classic teleserye story, “At last, ABS CBNs giving us back this kind of teleserye after the recent action fantasy series. #SimulaNgKailanman.”

This week, the story will show Inno (Joshua) and Eva (Julia) grow up into adulthood and the values that will shape their characters.

How will destiny bring Inno and Eva together?

Tune into “Ngayon at Kailanman” every night on ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida, after “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano.”

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Eva witnesses the murder of her first adoptive father

Silipin ang naging paglalakbay ng Millennial Kontesera na si Janine Berdin bago siya itinanghal na pangalawang “Tawag ng Tanghalan” grand champion, ang kwentong handog ng “MMK” ngayong Sabado (Agosto 25).

Maagang nadiskubre ni Janine ang kanyang hilig at talento sa pagkanta. Tinulungan rin siya ng kanyang mga magulang na hinangin ang nasabing kakayahan sa pag-enroll sa kanya sa voice lessons at paghikayat sumali sa mga singing contest.

Sa kabila nito, naging mailap ang swerte sa kanya, lalo na at laging pinupuna ang boses niyang malalim at hindi pangbirit.

Makikita ng kanyang ina ang hirap na kanyang pinagdaanan. Dahil dito, tuluyan nitong tinigilan ang paghikayat kay Janine na sumali sa mga patimpalak upang hindi na masaktan ang anak sa mga negatibong komento sa kanya.

Paano kaya pinagtagumpayan ni Janine ang pagmamaliit sa kanyang abilidad sa kabila ng kanyang batang edad? Ano ang nagtulak sa kanya upang huwag sumuko sa pagtamo ng kanyang mga pangarap?

Kasama rin sa episode na ito sina Yesha Camile, Joj Agpangan, Richard Quan, Jenine Desiderio, at Bea Basa. Ang episode ay sa ilalim ng direksyon ni Dado Lumibao at panunulat nina Arah Jell G. Badayos at Mary Rose Colindres.

Panoorin ang  longest-running drama anthology sa Asya, ang “MMK,” tuwing Sabado ng gabi sa ABS-CBN.  Para sa updates, i-follow ang @abscbnpr sa Facebook, Twitter, at Instagram o kaya’y bisitahin ang www.abscbnpr.com.

“Tawag ng Tanghalan” grand champion Janine Berdin shares life story in “MMK”

Get to know the inspiring story of the Millennial Kontesera Janine Berdin before she emerged as the second “Tawag ng Tanghalan” grand champion, featured on this Saturday’s (August 25) episode of “MMK.”

Janine discovered her passion and talent for performing at a young age. To hone her skills, her parents encouraged her to take singing lessons and join singing competitions.

However, luck seemed to be not in her favor as many doubted the capabilities of her low, raspy voice. People did not think she would make it because she is not a ‘biritera.’

Her mother saw her struggle and eventually chose to discourage Janine from participating in singing contests to protect her daughter and spare her feelings from harsh comments.

How did Janine overcome the negativity of her bashers despite her youth? What led her to keep pursuing her dreams despite the setbacks?

Also in this episode are Yesha Camile, Joj Agpangan Richard Quan, Jenine Desiderio, and Bea Basa. It is under the direction of Dado Lumibao and written by Arah Jell G. Badayos and Mary Rose Colindres.

Don’t miss the longest-running drama anthology in Asia, “MMK,” every Saturday on ABS-CBN. For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.abscbnpr.com.

Kailangang pumili ni Aljur Abrenica sa pagitan ng kapatiran at katwiran ngayong Sabado (Agosto 25) sa “Ipaglaban Mo.”

Isang mabuting anak at estudyante si Richard (Aljur), na magtatapos sa kolehiya na cum laude. Miyembro siya ng isang fraternity, ang Lex Solis, kung saan tinutulungan din niya ang mga brod na makapasa at maka-graduate sa tamang paraan.

Masisira ang lahat ng pinaghirapan at pinangarap ni Richard nang masangkot ang kanyang frat sa isang rambol laban sa Cinco Estrella, ang kaaway nilang grupo. Bagama’t wala siya sa lugar kung saan ito nangyari ay kasama siya sa mga inakusahang lumahok sa gulo at nakapatay pa sa isang miyembro ng Cinco Estrella.

Paano mapapatunayan ni Richard ang kaniyang pagka-inosente? Paano niya ipagpapatuloy ang pagkamit sa kanyang mga pangarap?

Handog ng “Ipaglaban Mo,” ang longest-running na legal drama sa bansa, ang mga makabuluhang episode base sa totoong buhay, na maaaring mapagkuhanan ng aral. Nagbibigay rin ito ng libreng legal advice linggo-linggo sa ABS-CBN Tulong Center sa Quezon City.

Huwag palampasin ang “Diploma,” sa direksyon ni Piem Acero, ngayong Sabado (Agosto 25), pagkatapos ng “It’s Showtime” sa ABS-CBN. Para sa updates, i-follow ang @abscbnpr sa Facebook, Twitter, at Instagram o kaya’y bisitahin ang www.abscbnpr.com.

Aljur gets dragged into a frat war in “Ipaglaban Mo”

Aljur Abrenica must choose between brotherhood and reason this Saturday (August 25) on “Ipaglaban Mo.”

Richard (Aljur) is a good son and an excellent student, who is set to graduate cum laude. He is also a member of the fraternity, Lex Solis, whose members he tutors and mentors to steer them away from violence.

However, a rumble between Lex Solis and a rival fraternity, Cinco Estralla, will ruin Richard’s life and his chances at pursuing his dreams. Although he was not present, he will be accused of participating in the fight that caused the death of a Cinco Estrella member.

How will Richard prove his innocence? How will he be able to get his life back on track?

“Ipaglaban Mo,” the longest-running legal drama on Philippine television, offers viewers entertaining and informative episodes about real-life cases, which they may learn from. It also offers free legal advice to the public every week at ABS-CBN’s Tulong Center in Quezon City.

Don’t miss the “Diploma” episode of “Ipaglaban Mo,” directed by Piem Acero, this Saturday (August 25) after “It’s Showtime” on ABS-CBN. For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.abscbnpr.com.

Elmo Magalona and Janella Salvador embark on an ocean-themed musical adventure together in their big screen debut “My Fairy Tail Love Story,” airing on Cinema One this Sunday (August 26) at 7 PM.

The fantasy flick revolves around spoiled Chantel (Janella), who triggers a curse turning her into mermaid, after muddling corals while snorkeling. She confides in her bestfriend Noah (Elmo), who thinks that ‘true love’s kiss’ is the cure to getting back her legs. Together they set out to find her ‘prince charming,’ believing he is in the form of celebrity DJ Ethan (Kiko Estrada).

Having been harboring feelings for Chantel, Noah struggles on the sidelines as he watches Chantel and DJ Ethan’s relationship blossom. Will Noah ever get his chance at love? Will Chantel find her happily ever after?

“My Fairy Tail Love Story” also stars Kiray Celis, Dominic Ochoa, Dimples Romana, Kakai Bautista, Jervi Li, Rubi Rubi, and Miles Ocampo. It is directed by Perci Intalan.

Catch ElNella’s magical scenes in “My Fairy Tail Love Story” on August 26, in Cinema One’s Blockbuster Sunday, now airing at 7 PM. Cinema One is available on SKYcable Channel 56, SKYdirect Channel 19, Destiny Cable Analog 37 and Digital 56. For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visitwww.abscbnpr.com.

ElNella, may hatid na musika at mahika sa Cinema One premiere ng “My Fairy Tail Love Story”

Magsasama sina Elmo Magalona at Janella Salvador para sa kanilang big screen debut, ang ocean-themed musical adventure na “My Fairy Tail Love Story” na mapapanood na sa Cinema One ngayong Linggo (Agosto 26), 7 PM.

Tampok sa kwentong pantasiya na ito ang laki sa layaw na si Chantel (Janella), na masusumpa bilang sirena mataos niyang guluhin ang ilang coral reef habang nasa isang bakasyon. Hihingi ito ng tulong sa kanyang matalik na kaibingan na si Noah (Elmo), na naniniwalang isang halik mula sa tunay na pag-ibig ni Chantel ang lunas upang maibalik ang mga binti nito.

Magsisimula na ang misyon ng magkaibigan na hanapin ang ‘prince charming’ ni Chantel na iisipin nitong nasa katauhan ng celebrity DJ na si Ethan (Kiko Estrada). Mahihirapan naman si Noah dulot ng kanyang inililihim na nararamdaman para sa dalaga.

Magkaroon pa kaya ng pag-asa si Noah sa kanyang pag-ibig? Mahanap naman kaya ni Chantel ang kanyang ‘happily ever after’?

Tampok rin sa “My Fairy Tail Love Story” sina Kiray Celis, Dominic Ochoa, Dimples Romana, Kakai Bautista, Jervi Li, Rubi Rubi, at Miles Ocampo.

Tunghayan ang mahiwagang kwento kasama ang ElNella loveteam sa “My Fairy Tail Love Story” ngayong Linggo (Agosto 26) sa Blockbuster Sunday ng Cinema One, 7 PM. Mapapanood ang Cinema One sa SKYcable Channel 56, SKYdirect Channel 19, Destiny Cable Analog 37 at Digital 56. Para sa iba pang updates, i-follow ang @abscbnpr sa Facebook, Twitter, at Instagram o kaya’y bisitahin angwww.abscbnpr.com.

“Sissums” by Alex and Toni Gonzaga

Gonzaga sisters reveal rules for strong sisterhood 

Celebrity siblings Alex and Toni Gonzaga divulge the many roles they have played in each other’s lives in “Sissums: the 18 Rules of Sisterhood,” a new book under ABS-CBN Publishing where they revealed how Toni became a role model, a critic, and even a bully to Alex, while the latter became Toni’s lawyer, cheerleader, and more when they were growing up.

“We’ve realized we have different roles in each other’s phases in life, and we share them in this book. Whether positive or negative, these are the roles that helped us grow individually and as sisters.” explained the “Sissums” co-authors who were at first surprised that many tagged them as #sistergoals.

Alex wrote how Toni became her “Inang Yaya” who took care of her when their parents were very busy at work. Toni likewise became a role model, a critic, and even a bully to her younger sister who triggered Alex’s amusing attempt to run away from home when she was just five years old.

Meanwhile, Toni disclosed how Alex became her lawyer, PR manager, cheerleader, and travel companion, while both of them considered each other as partner in crime growing up. Now, Alex also serves as the best TiNang or aunt-godmother to Toni’s son, Seve.

Also in the “Sissums” book, the pair shared different set of rules they live by at home, at work, and at play. Among these rules are that sisters should be roommates by default and that they should respect each other’s differences and remain loyal at all times. They also stressed the importance of veering away from comparison and envy.

The book likewise contains exclusive photos and quirky comics, illustrating funny and relatable situations they have been in. Quizzes and a mini-scrapbook are also ideal to bond over with siblings.

“Sissums” is Toni’s first venture into publishing while it is Alex’s third book project, after her best-selling books “Dear Alex, Break na kami. Paano? Love, Catherine” and “Dear Alex, We’re Dating. Tama ba o Mali? Love, Catherine.”

Find out the secrets to Toni and Alex’s strong sisterhood in “Sissums” book, available for only P225 in leading bookstores nationwide. For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.abscbnpr.com.

Gonzaga sisters, ibinunyag ang rules para sa magkakapatid

Kilalanin si ‘Inang Yaya’ Toni at si ‘TiNang’ Alex sa librong “Sissums”

Ibinunyag ng celebrity siblings na sina Alex at Toni Gonzaga ang iba’t ibang  papel na ginampanan nila sa buhay ng isa’t isa sa bagong librong “Sissums: the 18 Rules of Sisterhood” na inilathala sa ilalim ng ABS-CBN Publishing kung saan ikinwento ng dalawa na nagsilbing role model, critic, at bully kay Alex ang kanyang ate habang naging abogado at cheerleader naman ni Toni ang nakababatang kapatid.

“Na-realize namin na may iba’t ibang roles kaming nagampanan sa buhay ng isa’t isa sa iba’t ibang phase ng buhay naming dalawa, at ibinahagi namin ‘yung mga ‘yun sa librong ito. Positive or negative man, ‘yung mga roles na ‘yun eh nakatulong sa’ming mag-grow individually and as sisters,” kwento ng “Sissums” co-authors na hindi makapaniwalang #sistergoals ang tingin sa kanila ng marami.

Ibinahagi nila sa “Sissums” kung paanong naging “Inang Yaya” ni Alex si Toni noong sila ay mga bata pa habang naging busy ang kanilang mga magulang sa trabaho. Kasama rin si kwento ang papel ni Toni bilang role model at critic, pati na rin ang pambubully nito na nagdala kay Alex upang subukang

maglayas sa edad na limang taon.

Samantala, ibinahagi naman ni Toni kung paanong nagsilbi bilang abogado, PR manager, cheerleader, at travel companion niya si Alex, habang itinuturing nilang partner in crime ang isa’t isa. Ngayon, nagsisilbi namang TiNang (tita-ninang) si Alex sa anak ni Toni na si Seve.

Isiniwalat rin ng dalawa sa librong “Sissums” ang mga patakaran nila sa bahay, sa trabaho, at sa personal na buhay. Kabilang dito ang suhestiyon na dapat “roommates by default” ang magkakapatid. Ibinahagi rin nila ang kahalagan ng katapatan at respeto sa kanilang pagkakaiba at ang pag-iwas sa pagkumpara sa kani-kanilang tagumpay.

Tampok rin sa libro ang ilang mga eksklusibong litrato at makukulay na komiks na nagpapakita ng mga nakatatawang pinagdaanan ng dalawa. May ilang personal quizzes at mini-scrapbook din na tiyak kagigiliwan ng magkakapatid na magbabasa nito.

Ang “Sissums” ang unang pagsabak ni Toni sa publishing habang ito naman ang ikatlong proyekto ni Alex, kasunod ng kanyang best-selling books na “Dear Alex, Break na kami. Paano? Love, Catherine” at “Dear Alex, We’re Dating. Tama ba o Mali? Love, Catherine.”

Tuklasin ang mga sikreto sa matibay na buhay-magkapatid nina Alex at Toni sa “Sissums” book, na mabibili sa leading bookstores nationwide sa halagang P225. Para sa updates, i-follow ang @abscbnpr sa Facebook, Twitter, at Instagram o kaya’y bisitahin ang www.abscbnpr.com.

HBO and SKY will give the entire family the chance to bond over the most popular movie franchises—from big Hollywood studio productions to surprise indie hits this whole month of August. 

DESPICABLE ME

The movies that showed even villains have a heart is back. Follow the story of Gru, (Steve Carrell) a supervillain whose quest to become the greatest villain of all time is halted after finding three cute little girls to be a father to and a woman to marry.Catch the movie and sequel “Despicable Me 3” beginning August 17.

CARS

Lightning McQueen (Owen Wilson) teaches kids lessons in humility, teamwork, and acceptance from the time he gives up the chance to win a race to helping friends stop a gang of sinister minds out to halt the use of alternative and environmentally-friendly fuel in the international Grand Prix race. Kids get to enjoy “Cars” and “Cars 2” starting August 17.

STAR WARS

If you’ve never had the chance to enjoy one of the world’s greatest sci-fi adventures and modern day epic series in its proper chronology, now is the time. The George Lucas franchise which began with Episode 4 in 1977, is on TV screens beginning with “The Phantom Menace,” followed by “Attack of the Clones,” “Revenge of the Sith,” “A New Hope,” “The Empire Strikes Back,” “Return of the Jedi,” and “The Force Awakens.” The epic marathon begins August 18.

BRIDGET JONES

Everybody’s favorite singleton, “Bridget Jones” is on HBO this month. As viewers await a possible fourth installment, take a look back on the misadventures of the ever-relatable Londoner played by Renee Zellweger as she attempts take control of her life and find Mr. Right. The trilogy consisting of “Bridget Jones’s Diary,” “Bridget Jones, The Edge of Reason,” and “Bridget Jones’ Baby” charm its way back to your heart beginning August 19.

THE BLAIR WITCH  

The trilogy that reinvented horror filmmaking through its “found footage” style of storytelling, “The Blair Witch” trilogy  is back to scare the living daylights out of the uninitiated with stories that stay with viewers long after the movies have rolled their end credits. See what got the world fascinated in this truly haunting horror movie series beginning August 19.

SCREAM

The movies that marked the return of the slasher films, albeit with a satirical edge, are back to put you on the edge of your seats – and have you laughing. Follow Sydney Prescott (Neve Campbell) as she dodges the blades of Ghostface, the psychopath who has been out to kill her since the beginning. The horror begins on August 24.

OCEAN’S SERIES

Danny Ocean’s (George Clooney) determined and highly skilled gang of thieves pull off consecutive heists in this star-studded and widely-received trilogy directed by Steven Soderbergh. Relive the excitement as each character show off their talent in executing the perfect and most elaborate heists on screen.

Watch the movies that also stared Brad Pitt and Matt Damon along with talented ensemble casts in “Ocean’s Eleven,” “Ocean’s Twelve,” and “Ocean’s Thirteen” beginning August 26.

SKYcable subscribers can catch these movie franchises and more on HBO Ch. 54 SD | Ch. 168 HD (For Metro Manila, Cavite, Laguna, Bulacan, Lipa-Batangas) or on Ch. 402 SD | 710 HD (For Bacolod, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, Dumaguete, General Santos, Iloilo). SKYdirect subscribers can watch on Ch. 22. Don’t miss the two weekends of pure, movie excitement by subscribing to HBO GO, exclusively on SKY, for anytime, anywhere viewing. Visit mysky.com.ph/hbogo for more details.

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“Ngayon at Kailanman” debuts with strong numbers, “Meteor Garden” comes back home to ABS-CBN, ElNella makes a splash on Cinema One, “Miss Q&A” returns for second season, “Oyayi” is back on Knowledge Channel, and the 2018 Star Magic All-Star Game airs on S+A.

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“Miss Q&A” returns for second season.

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“Oyayi” is back on Knowledge Channel.

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