Jonalyn Viray - Bagong Kapamilya!

First Karylle Billy then Jay-R, Kyla and now Jonalyn Viray, you could make another SOP, nahhh!

Welcome to the Kapamilya, Jonalyn Viray! There were rumors for months that she might move and now it is official. Her first major project is singing the theme song for the upcoming Pokwang-Melai soap, We Will Survive.

With her move to the Kapamilya Network, she also changed her name to 'Jona'. "Jona kasi nickname ko po talaga siya. So 'yun po ang ibinigay sa akin ngayon since it's a fresh start -- bagong home, bagong environment. Kaya po Jona."

Jona Viray - Then and Now courtesy of TFC Godfather

The former SOP mainstay is open to being part of ASAP if given the opportunity.

Good luck Jonalyn... I mean Jona in your new Kapamilya home.

John Lloyd Cruz and Jennylyn Mercado - Exclusive Star Cinema Interview

Earlier today, an exclusive interview was posted on the official Star Cinema YouTube account with the newest cross promotional loveteam of Box Office and Film Royalty John Lloyd Cruz and Jennylyn Mercado.

Jennylyn and John Lloyd screencaps courtesy of TFC Godfather

Jennylyn dyed her hair dark black for her role. She plays Aki (sp?) which is a ground crew member and John Lloyd plays the role of a pilot with high aspirations. Will love happen for two people from two different worlds? You betcha!
 
They talked about their first time meeting was their first scene together (commonplace for Direk Cathy Garcia-Molina projects, her style) and that they both admired one another and their respective acting abilities.

In finally working with Jennylyn, John Lloyd Cruz was, "I've been dying to work with (her)' and to that she said 'Totoo ba?' with a giggle. Jennylyn for her part said that she has been a fan of Lloydy for the longest and pretty much seen all of his films.She didn't believe she was working with him until the cameras started rolling.

 John Lloyd Cruz mentioned that they were supposed to be in a film before but that fell through. Luckily the stars aligned and even if Jennylyn isn't a Kapamilya, she will be able to do a project under the Star Cinema banner and to play opposite the one and only John Lloyd Cruz.

John Lloyd Cruz and Jennylyn Mercado in a Star Cinema dream film!!!

Is this the start of a certified Kapamilya transfer for Kapuso leading lady? Unfortunately no. Its for a still untitled Star Cinema film but she is still under GMA Artist Center.

At least we will get to see two of the most talented artistas of this generation in a project together and its under the ABS banner so we know it will be a bonafide blockbuster hit.

John Lloyd Cruz and Jennylyn Mercado already filming for their upcoming Star Cinema film courtesy of Jennylyn's Instagram

What do we know of the film thus far? Not much except that the director will be Cathy Garcia-Molina and it is tentatively scheduled to be released in theaters nationwide in March.

Yassi Pressman on Sports U

This past Thursday on Sports U, teen star Yassi Pressman guested and talked how she maintains her sexy body.

Sexy and fit Yassi Pressman

Not only does she dance but she does various exercises to maintain that amazing physique.

She has guested on ITS SHOWTIME quite a few times and was at one time rumored to be Pangako Sa'Yo's Bea Bianca (she auditioned but it went to another young actress) but is back on the rival network in some upcoming projects.

Maxene Magalona on the SPEED cover for December 2015!

Doble Kara star Maxene Magalona is the covergirl for SPEED in December 2015 issue.

Grab your copies now mga Kapamilya.

Danita Paner on Ipaglaban Mo, freelance or certified Kapamilya na?

Danita Paner is finally appearing on an ABS drama and its Ipaglaban Mo this weekend. She will be playing opposite Arron Villaflor who is currently Doc Henry on the hit Primetime drama All Of Me. Danita has guested on a game show or two as well as live guestings but that is about it. IM will be her first foray into Kapamilya dramas. Is this is a sign she is open to do work on ABS as a freelance artist or is she moving to ABS as a certified Kapamilya?

Danita Paner's ABS Acting Debut on Ipaglaban Mo courtesy of TFCGodfather

Danita Paner is known for her singing prowess as well as her acting/hosting on TV5/GMA programming. She is the daughter of former PBA player Manny Paner and actress Daisy Romualdez and her sister is Kristina Paner.

Commentary: This would be a great move for her in her career if she follows the path of the likes of Meg and Arci Munoz. She would also be a solid addition to ASAP.

Anyone notice that Ipaglaban Mo has become an audition platform for artistas trying to break it in ABS? Polo Ravales, Arci Munoz and a few others have done the same.

#IMSabik

Rest in Peace, Kuya Germs.

The Master Showman of Walang Tulugan German Moreno better known as Kuya Germs has passed away. He died Friday morning at 3:20AM Philippine time, January 8th.  According to a statement by his nephew John Nite,Kuya Germs died of cardiac arrest. He was with shi family and friends at the time.

“We are deeply saddened by his passing but we are comforted by the thought that his legacy will live on,” Nite said.

Kuya Germs

Kuya Germs had been a Philippine showbiz institution for well over 50 years doing it all. His program That's Entertainment in the 1980s launched the careers of Judy Ann Santos, Donita Rose, Alma Moreno, Sheryl Cruz, Billy Crawford amongst others.

You will be certainly miss Kuya Germs.He was 82.

Kean Cipriano and Chynna Ortaleza surprise wedding on New Years!

That is correct Kean and Chynna wed to everyone's surprise on New Years as it was shared on their Instagram accounts.

In Tuesday's episode of Tonight with Boy Abunda, Kuya Boy Abunda shared what Kean told him.
 
"Today, I received a call from Kean. Sabi niya, 'yung aming pagpost ng aming mga kamay kung saan kita ang aming mga rings is the farthest we would go. We would like to keep the other details to ourselves,"
 
Last January 1, the Your Face Sounds Familiar Season 2 performer and Ortaleza surprised many when they announced their marriage by sharing a photo of their hands wearing their wedding rings. According to PEP, the couple had a civil wedding weeks prior to New Years.

Jennylyn Mercado - Bagong Kapamilya na?

Heavy rumor mill happening now... the wheels are turning... will she or won't she?

The Starstruck Ultimate Female Survivor Jennylyn Mercado is at a crossroads in her career. She has done everything she could on GMA but does she get the proper recognition she so rightfully deserves? She has been in GMA since 2003 and although she is one of the most talented artistas in the GMA Artist Center she is currently not getting top billing even after winning Best Actress and Female of the Night at the 41st MMFF for her amazing performance on Walang Forever opposite Kapamilya actor Jericho Rosales. She is being overlooked by AlDub's and that overrated comedy at MMFF? Did it get the same promotion as that comedy? Why so?  The flavor of the month(s) AlDubs continues to be anything GMA promotes at the cost of their far more talented individuals like Jennylyn, Lovi, Rhian, Barbie, etc.

Jennylyn Mercado photo composite courtesy of TFC Godfather

As of typing there is no concrete project for Jennylyn in GMA but they do have a counter offer... 70-30...80-20?.... which way will this cookie crumble?

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Commentary:

 Jennylyn and ABS, let's get this done. Jen, you've done everything and proved yourself there, why not try the challenge of the ABS mountain? Could you imagine her toe-to-toe with Angelica, Maja, Kim, Julia, Kathryn, Jessy or opposite Echo once again, Piolo, Lloydy, etc. There is a thin line between loyalty and respect. Are you getting that now, Jennylyn? Strike the deal and become a certified and proud Kapamilya!

 I know what you are thinking? ABS has too many leading ladies already? Is there room? I'm sure we can do that for someone as amazingly versatile as Jennylyn. She DESERVES to be in ABS and exposed to TFC global. Pinoy TV doesn't hold a stick to what TFC can offer. She was rumored to be Kapamilya a few years ago but she decided to stay then, hope its different now.

BTW, why is the so-called end all/be all of loveteams AlDubs continue to dominate everything that is GMA television while other more talented Cuz they trend? Do they really trend or is this just an elaborate hoax staged by GMA to take the title of TRENDING CAPITAL from ITS SHOWTIME? Retweets are not REAL tweets, sorry, end of story!

Rated K's Shining Bituin sa 2016: Loveteam ElNella

January 3rd, 2016 edition of Rated K named 3 loveteams that will make a big impact on ABS-CBN this year: one of them Elmo and Janella's new loveteam ElNella.

ElNella loveteam composite collage courtesy of TFC Godfather

Janella Salvador will be in a new loveteam with Elmo Magalona for the upcoming Born For You. This will be Elmo's first project on ABS-CBN and Janella's 3rd teleserye to date (Be Careful with My Heart, Oh My G and now BFY). Elmo is allegedly Janella's crush but she has not confirmed or denied the rumors. Marlo Mortel, Janella's main loveteam for the past two years billed as MarNella is okay with the management decision while he is doing other projects like guest hosting on Umagang Kay Ganda.

Both are talented singers, performers and actors so this loveteam will certainly shine this 2016!

Janine Gutierrez - Kapamilya Bound?

First Elmo's sister Maxene made the move to ABS-CBN and her career skyrocketed thanks to winning big on The Singing Bee then being part of Season 1 of Your Face Sounds Familiar as well as soaps Dream Dad and currently Doble Kara, next Elmo Magalona himself made the switch and he is already making huge waves in ABS with his pairing with Kapamilya hot commodity Janella Salvador in the upcoming 2016 teleserye Born For You, now there are rumblings that Elmo's girlfriend Janine might be coming to ABS, is that true?

In an exclusive interview with entertainment news site PEP.ph, she sadly confirmed she is still under GMA contract for 2 more years and has no plans (right now) for moving since she is happy with the way that GMA is taking care of her career. She is currently the lead in Dangwa as Rosa Capulong on GMA.

Janine Gutierrez Collage courtesy of TFC Godfather

Commentary: Oh geez, 2 more years! NOOOOO! Come on over Janine, the water is quite fine here and I'll definitely pull out the red carpet for you. Is there any loopholes in the contract? *crosses fingers* She is definitely an amazing young actress with so much to offer especially with all the leading men she could be paired with besides Elmo, of course. Don't get me wrong, I love my homegrown Star Magic talents but the daughter of Lotlot de Leon as well as Lilita and Nora's granddaughter isn't just a pretty face but a bonafide breakthrough star just like Nadine Lustre was when she was on TV5/GMA a few years back.

'Born For You' starring Janella Salvador and Elmo Magalona SOON!

'Born For You' stars Be Careful with my Heart and Oh My G star Janella Salvador with bagong Kapamilya Elmo Magalona. This is Elmo's first teleserye in ABS-CBN after signing up for the Kapamilya Network earlier this month.

Born for You's Janella Salvador and Elmo Magalona teaser trailer composite collage courtesy of TFC Godfather

Filming has began for this project in Japan as well as in the Philippines.

No timeslot has been confirmed as of yet.

Polo Ravales - Freelancing on Ang Probinsyano?

Long time Kapuso Polo Ravales made his Primetime Bida debut this past Monday on Ang Probinsyano as one of the many associates of 'Ninong' (Ronaldo Valdez) alongside Joem Bascon and Star Magic Angel Hanna Ledesma.

Polo Ravales as Brad on Ang Probinsyano courtesy of TFC Godfather

There was rumors of a move to ABS for quite a few months after his contract expired this past year but no confirmation. He previously appeared on two episodes of Ipaglaban Mo: Dario in 'Sa Mata Ng Bata' and 'Pagmamahalang Hinahadlangan' as Edwin.

Is this a sign he is no longer freelance and he might be leaning on becoming a certified Kapamilya?

Bagong Kapamilya Elmo Magalona plays Kapamilya Deal or No Deal!

New Kapamilya leading man Elmo Magalona got his turn at trying his luck on the wildly popular Kapamilya Deal or No Deal hosted by Luis Manzano.

Elmo Magalona with sister Saab and mother Pia in attendance played KDOND collage courtesy of TFC Godfather

Elmo played the game valiantly with his mother Pia and sister Saab Magalona in attendance but when he had only 200 and 200,000 left on the board and the offer was 99,000 he went against conventional thinking and went empathically, NO DEAL. Sadly he gave up the guaranteed 99,000 pesos and unfortunately ended up with 200 pesos. In the end, he told Luis he didn't want the game to end so he tried his luck.

This episode aired on December 28th and the 29th. You can see him soon on his upcoming teleserye Born For You with Be Careful with My Heart and Oh My G's Janella Salvador in the first quarter of 2016.

Stunning Jennylyn Mercado - 4th Time as FHM covergirl!

Kapuso leading lady Jennylyn Mercado is back on the pages of FHM Philippines for the January 2016 cover showing off her sexier side.

Jennylyn Mercado on the January 2016 cover of FHM Philippines

 
The cover reveal came a mere two days after she won the Best Actress award at the 2015 MMFF for her starring role in "Walang Forever" alongside Jericho Rosales. Earlier in the year she was also voted FHM's sexiest woman in the Philippines. Things continue to look up for this amazingly talented young lady.

Commentary: Congrats to sis Jennylyn, still hoping we will finally see you on a Kapamilya teleserye and not just guesting on a Deal or No Deal, Buzz or any other talk show. She has all of the makings of a phenomenal Kapamilya leading lady. Don't you agree mga Kapamilya?

'Darna' MMFF Teaser Trailer begs the question: who is DARNA?

To the MMFF moviegoer they were treated to a big surprise before the main attractions and it was an exclusive first look at the Star Cinema produced Darna film for 2016. The trailer which was uploaded by a fan was recently removed from YouTube but the face of what Kapamilya star would be Darna for the Kapamilya Network. Only a mere silhouette of the female was made out.

When ABS initially got the rights to the Mars Ravelo comic superheroine they were doing a film and a fantaserye in the coming years. The teleserye version has yet to be cast but now we finally get the go ahead with the Star Cinema film (originally slated for an MMFF 2015 release but delayed due to the disk bulge injury sustained to Angel Locsin during preparations for the aforementioned film).

Check the composite photo and you judge who the Kapamilya Darna will be. Names that were rumored ranged from original Darna Angel Locsin from her days in GMA as the heroine  to Kristine Hermosa, Cristine Reyes, Bangs Garcia to hot young commodities like Nadine Lustre, Maja Salvador, Julia Montes, Kathryn Bernardo, Liza Soberano, Kim Chiu, Yam Concepcion, Meg Imperial, Jane Oineza and Arci Munoz.

Darna title card, silhouette and symbol courtesy of TFC Godfather

Who do you think is the Kapamilya Darna and will she do the role justice under the ABS-CBN banner?

Commentary: I think it will still be Angel Locsin but the side view of the face makes me think it might be Maja Salvador. She isn't afraid to wear the iconic Darna ensemble [see her ASAP Twerk It Like Miley steaming hot performance that has well over 17 million views and counting]. In relation to some of the others noted prior, I'm not sure if Nadine, Kathryn or Liza would be comfortable in that costume. Kristine Hermosa and Cristine Reyes who are now both mothers were rumored but seem to want to shy away from more adult oriented roles especially this one from reports.

First Elmo, next Mariel and Robin, now Gelli.... will Kylie Padilla and Jonalyn Viray lipat to ABS-CBN?

Was it just me or does it seem like a max exodus coming from GMA/TV5 to our friendly shores on ABS-CBN this year?

Before 2015 ends, we already have:

1.  Jolina and Marvin who recently starred on FlordeLiza
2. Bela Padilla on Ang Probinsyano
3.  Michelle Madrigal, Arci Munoz and Wendell Ramos currently on Pasion de Amor
4.  Claudine Barretto in an upcoming ABS project
5. Sharon Cuneta was a judge for the 2 seasons of Your Face Sounds Familiar.
6.  Jay-R and Kyla are already semi-regulars on ABS programming
7. Roxanne Guinoo starred on Walang Iwanan.
8. Edgar Allan and Maxene Magalona are on Doble Kara
9. Mariel Rodriguez (returned to PBB now currently guest hosting ITS SHOWTIME) and Robin Padilla (upcoming Kapamilya program) just returned
10. Sarah Lahbati will soon be part of the upcoming soap Written In Our Stars 
11. ...and before the year ends Elmo Magalona joins his sister on ABS-CBN and will have his launching project with rising Star Magic young leading lady Janella Salvador in Born For You
12. Gelli de Belen will soon be in an upcoming project in the Kapamilya Network

(clockwise from left: Elmo Magalona, Robin Padilla and Mariel Rodriguez, Gelli de Belen, Jonalyn Viray and Kylie Padilla; courtesy of TFCGodfather)

Now there are rumors that Kylie Padilla, daughter of Robin and Jonalyn Viray might be the next dominoes to make the jump to ABS-CBN.

Kylie Padilla is not under contract and finishing up Buena Familia on GMA next month. Could she be following the footsteps of her father Robin Padilla as well as her cousins Bela and Daniel Pailla?

Could you imagine Sarah, Angeline, Kyla and Jonalyn on ASAP together? Jonalyn Viray was quoted in an article saying that she wants to have future projects with the likes of Kapamilya singers Piolo Pascual, Yeng Constantino, Erik Santos as well as others. Could this be her sending feelers to our network?

Could they make the move? Would you welcome them into the network if they did come over?

HYY is making a comeback!

Kapamilya News: Good news! Nakapasok muli ang Happy Yipee Yehey sa top 10! Unti unti na rin na nagrerate ang nasabing noontime show. Kasabay sa pagangat ng Happy Yipee Yehey sa ratings ay ang pagdami ng sponsors nito. Kasama na ng show ang MILO at KFC as sponsors.

Ito ang latest TV ratings mula sa Kantar Media/TNS

une 27, Monday
Daytime:
1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 21.3%
2. Showtime (ABS-CBN) - 14.5%
3. Slam Dunk (GMA-7) - 13.1%
4. Ghost Fighter (GMA-7) - 12.3%
5. Blusang Itim (GMA-7) / Sinner Or Saint (GMA-7) - 11.8%
6. Sisid (GMA-7) - 11.2%
7. Playful Kiss (GMA-7) - 10.6%
8. Happy Yipee Yehey! (ABS-CBN) - 10.2%
9. Flame of Recca (GMA-7) - 10.1%
10. Kapamilya Blockbusters: Shaolin Soccer (ABS-CBN) - 9.3%

Primetime:
1. 100 Days To Heaven (ABS-CBN) - 33.7%
2. Guns And Roses (ABS-CBN) - 30.1%
3. TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) - 27.2%
4. Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin (ABS-CBN) - 27%
5. Amaya (GMA-7) - 21.6%
6. Munting Heredera (GMA-7) - 20.3%
7. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 19%
8. Captain Barbell (GMA-7) - 18.2%
9. The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition (ABS-CBN) - 17.6%
10. Mula Sa Puso (ABS-CBN) - 16.5%

Angel Locsin to Fly Again as 'Darna' in ABS-CBN?!

Now that the Kapamilya network acquires the right to 13 of the hit Mars Ravelo's creations including "Darna" and "Dyesebel", speculation is now spreading like a wild fire that Ms. Angel Locsin will once more portray the said role!



While still in GMA-7 way back in 2005, Angel first portrayed the said role in a TV series. And that was the very first time that"Darna" flew in Philippine television. And it got a very high record-breaking TV ratings which really pulled-up the Primetime block of the Kapuso network. In 2009, Marian Rivera reprise the said role but didn't surpassed the hit done by Angel!

The role of "Darna" truly fits Angel Locsin! Based on the different online surveys, Angel Locsin is the best "Darna" ever! Million people even requested Angel to fly again as "Darna!"

If ABS-CBN will offer the said role to Angel, do you want her to accept again the said role?! If not, who would you like to reprise the role of this famous Pinay superhero?!

There are also rumors that ABS-CBN will bring "Darna" not anymore in a Primetime TV series. Rather, it will be on a big screen, a 2012 MMFF entry! Nice! Hmmm...do you think this will be the next big movie project of Angel Locsin under Star Cinema right after "In the Name of Love" and "MMK The Movie"?! And who do you want to be her leading man?! c",)

SOURCE: http://jeesalxz.blogspot.com

Rachelle Ann Go on John Prats and Bianca Manalo’s rumored romance: ‘Ayoko na pakialaman yun’

by: Rachelle Siazon

Although obviously hurting from their sudden breakup, singer Rachelle Ann Go still refused to say anything bad about John Prats who’s currently being linked to his Happy Yipee Yehey co-host Bianca Manalo. But she was honest enough to admit that it was unfair of him to leave her without any explanation. “Yes, [hiwalay na kami]. Hindi niya ako kinausap eh. Hindi pa talaga kami nag-usap. Siyempre hindi naman ako plastic para sabihing okay talaga kami. Nandun yung may sama ka ng loob, kasama yun. Lahat naman siguro ng babae, kung ilagay yung sarili nila sa sitwasyon ko, siyempre unfair [yung nangyari]. Mahirap, naguguluhan rin kasi ako kaya hindi ko alam ang isasagot ko sa lahat,” she calmly explained.

When told that Bianca previously stated that she doesn’t want to date a guy who leaves his girlfriend just to be with her, Rachelle maintained that she’d rather not comment on that subject. “Kung yun ang sinabi niya, ayoko naman na mag-react sa kanila, ayoko na pakialaman yun. Kung kami ni John ang may problema, yung sa amin lang [ang dapat intindihin ko].”

But if ever she crosses paths with Bianca in the future, the talented singer claimed that there’s no reason for them to avoid each other. “I don’t know her personally. Hindi ko rin alam [kung paano siya nasali sa issue]. Pero oo naman, babatiin ko siya kung sakali mang makita ko siya. Kumbaga, wala naman dapat alitan na mangyari. Hindi ko rin naman alam kung ano nangyari. Kumbaga respeto lang naman.”

When asked if she had a lover’s quarrel with John prior to their split, Rachelle insisted that it’s normal for couples to have misunderstandings from time to time. “Siyempre normal sa relasyon yung ganon. Sa ngayon ayoko muna pag-usapan. Kapag ready na ako sabihin lahat, sasabihin ko naman lahat. Siguro yung closure sa aming dalawa, kailangan din naman siguro yun sa tamang panahon. Mahirap, pero siyempre kailangan tanggapin. Iniisip ko na lang yung brighter side and purpose kung bakit nangyari ito.”

As for Toni Gonzaga’s involvement in this whole controversy, Rachelle admitted that she was equally surprised when she first heard about the former’s slip-up on The Buzz. “Hindi ko kasi alam kung bakit nasabi niya yung ganon. Hindi ko alam kung ano mararamdaman sa bagay na yun. Nagulat ako kasi wala ako sa Pilipinas nun. Pagdating ko na lang, yun na sumalubong na balita sa akin. Mahirap sabihin na [break na kami ni John nung time na yun], kasi hindi pa kami nag-uusap. [Pero since sinabi niya din after nun sa HYY na single siya], right niya yun. Hindi ko naman siya mapipigilan kung anong gusto niya sabihin sa tao.”

On a lighter note, Rachelle was grateful that she’s surrounded by good friends who are all helping her cope with her heartache. One of which is the Popstar Princess Sarah Geronimo whom she constantly keeps in touch with despite their busy schedules. “Oo, ka-Facebook ko siya kahit nasa States siya ngayon. Hahaha! Kung ano mang advice na ibinigay niya, sa amin na lang yun. Pero nakakatuwa lang kasi nandyan sila lahat, sila Erik Santos, Mark Bautista... Buo kaming barkada ngayon. I am happy na nandiyan ang mga kaibigan ko,” she stated.

SOURCE: PUSH.COM.PH