Zanjoe Marudo: I'm in love with Bea Alonzo

Hunk actor Zanjoe Marudo has finally admitted that he sees actress Bea Alonzo as the woman he wants to spend the rest of his life with.

"Yes," he told ABS-CBN celebrity talk show "The Buzz" when asked if she is in love with the "Guns and Roses" star.

Marudo added that aside from being the woman closest to his heart, Alonzo is also his best friend.

Alonzo and Marudo started seeing each other in December last year.

A month later, the hunk actor admitted that he is already wooing the drama actress.

Just recently, the 2 spent time together in Paris, France.

Asked about the current status of their relationship, Marudo said, "Ako nandoon na ako hindi ba? [Siya] malapit na yata, malapit na."

Currently, Marudo is busy promoting his movie "Wedding Tayo, Wedding Hindi" with Toni Gonzaga and Eugene Domingo.

He is also taping for ABS-CBN's upcoming series "Hiyas" with Mercedes Cabral and Megan Young.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/22/11/zanjoe-im-love-bea-alonzo

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Nora Aunor Suffers from Overfatigue

Superstar Nora Aunor said she suffered from overfatigue while doing her comeback movie "El Presidente," but was quick to assure her fans that she is now doing better.

In an interview with "The Buzz," Aunor said this may have been caused by her hectic schedule.

"Pagdating ko talagang tuloy-tuloy ang schedule, halos walang pahinga. Tapos 'yung change ng weather. Pero okay na ako ngayon. Dahil sa pagod na rin siguro," she said.

"Actually pinagpapahinga pa ako pero mas maganda na 'yung magtrabaho ako para matapos na lahat 'yon."

Aunor has been reportedly causing the delay in the shooting of "El Presidente." Some reports said that the filming was put on hold to allow the Superstar to rest, while others said Aunor is spending too much time with "special friend" John Rendez.

The delay was said to cost the production team P1.5 million.

"Anong masama kung nandito si John, taga-rito siya at Pilipino naman 'yon. Kasama ko talaga 'yon for 8 years, kasama ko si John, siya ang gumagabay sa akin kapag may nangyayari. Nandiyan siya palagi," Aunor said, referring to Rendez.

Meanwhile, the Superstar said she is enjoying her time with her family and children in the Philippines.

"Masaya kaming lahat. Masaya ang mga bata, parang walang nangyari. Ganoon pa din," she said.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/22/11/nora-aunor-suffers-overfatigue

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Kris Aquino Thrilled Over Ai-Ai's new TV series

Kris Aquino shared her excitement over the newest television series of her friend, actress-comedienne Ai-Ai delas Alas.

In an interview with "The Buzz," Aquino commended delas Alas for her hard work in ABS-CBN primetime show "Binondo Girl," which stars young actress Kim Chiu.

"Friendship, sobrang excited talaga ako to see your performance. Kasi alam ko kung gaano mo ito pinaghirapan, pinagpaguran," she said.

"Excited ako kasi lahat ng naka-preview na sinabi sa akin talaga na mapapa-wow talaga. Bow lahat sa performance na ginawa mo kasi ikaw lang ang nakakagawa ng umiiyak natatawa, ume-emote eh nagpapa-comedy, all in one. 'Yung parang this [is a] performance of a lifetime ni Ai-Ai so I'm excited for 'My Binondo Girl.' Congratulations in advance."

"My Binondo Girl" is delas Alas' comeback primetime show after "I Love Betty La Fea" in 2008. It will premiere on Monday night (August 22) after "100 Days to Heaven."

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/22/11/kris-thrilled-over-ai-ais-new-tv-series

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Gerald Anderson admits spending time with Kim Chiu anew

Gerald Anderson confirmed that he and long-time on-screen partner Kim Chiu have recently spent time together in a mall in Quezon City.

In an interview during a press conference for his endorsement, Puma shoes and sportswear, Anderson said he was with Chiu at Eastwood.

"Yeah totoo 'yan. Nagkita kami sa Eastwood," he told members of entertainment media.

He was quick to add, though, that they were with some of their common friends.

"[It was] A friendly get-together, nagkita kami doon. Wala, nagkita lang po kami sa Eastwood. Wala pong date saka madami kami, sobrang dami kami," he explained.

Anderson also shared his happiness that he and Chiu are good friends even after their so-called breakup last year.

Both have repeatedly said they never became a couple, with Anderson saying that what they had was a "special relationship."

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/22/11/gerald-admits-spending-time-kim-anew

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Robin Padilla, Mariel Rodriguez celebrate 1st anniversary in Maldives

Celebrity couple Robin Padilla and Mariel Rodriguez recently celebrated their first wedding anniversary in Maldives.

They stayed at the Shangri-La Villingili, a luxury resort in the island nation, ABS-CBN celebrity talk show "The Buzz" reported on Sunday. They are the first Filipino celebrities who stayed in the said resort.

Here, Padilla and Rodriguez met some 30 Filipinos, mostly resort employees.

In a personal video sent to "The Buzz," Rodriguez said she and Padilla also spent a romantic dinner by the beach.

Last month, the celebrity couple left for Europe for their second honeymoon.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/21/11/robin-mariel-celebrate-1st-anniversary-maldives

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Sarah Geronimo on Gerald Anderson: We're good friends

Sarah Geronimo has clarified that she and her "Catch Me... I'm In Love" co-star Gerald Anderson are nothing more than just good friends.

“Tamang friendship, kung ano yung nakikita nila sa screen, yun naman yung bunga nung magandang pagtratrabaho namin, yung chemistry,” she explained to Push.com.ph.

Geronimo stressed there is no need for the public to speculate on her relationship with Anderson since, as far as she is concerned, her top priority is to entertain.

“Ang goal namin [ay] hindi maghanap ng girlfriend or boyfriend. Ang goal namin is mag-entertain ng tao,” she stressed.

According to Geronimo, though her relationship with Anderson is merely platonic, she is still confident that their on-screen romance will work out.

“Hindi naman kailangan na lumalim pa doon para mas maging effective kami as partners on-screen,” she expressed.

She said that as long as the two of them are comfortable working with each other, they can make their tandem work, just the way they did in their film "Catch Me...I'm In Love".

Taking their second project as a sign that the public has given their love team a warm welcome, Geronimo couldn’t help but be thankful to all the support they have garnered from their fans.

“Nagpapasalamat kami sa lahat ng tumanggap ng tandem namin ni Gerald... Sa gagawin naming susunod na pelikula, layunin talaga namin ang mabigyan ang mga tao ng mas maganda pang pelikula kesa dun sa previous one.”

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/20/11/sarah-g-gerald-were-good-friends

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Charice Pempengco's concert with Arjohn Gilbert slated

International singing sensation Charice Pempengco’s concert with the singing flute vendor from Clark, Pampanga, Arjohn Gilbert, has been set.

During his guesting in “Happy Yipee Yehey” on Saturday, Arjohn himself broke the good news that he will be a part of Pempengco’s concert this coming October 25 in Araneta Coliseum.

A few weeks back, Pempengco expressed her interest to perform with Arjohn through social networking site Twitter.

Pempengco tweeted, “Arjohn, next time I do my own show in the Philippines, I would love for you to come and perform with me! youtube.com/watch?v=THKGIA…”

Other than Charice, Black Eyed Peas singer Apl.de.ap has also expressed his desire to work with Arjohn.

Arjohn said he is also looking forward to performing with Apl.

“Sabi po niya, gusto niya po ako makatrabaho, kaya hinihintay ko po at saka nagpapasalamat po ako sa diyos po. Sana po mabigyan po ako ng break,” he said.

Arjohn is also set to join Pilipinas Got Talent grand winner Marcelito Pomoy in his show in Zirkoh Morato on August 31.

With the blessings coming his way, he couldn’t help but express his sincerest thanks to all his supporters.

“Maraming-marami pong salamat sa buong mundong buong worldwide po sa inyong lahat po. Maraming-maraming salamat po sa walang sawang sa pagsuporta niyo po sa akin,” he uttered.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/20/11/charice-pempengcos-concert-arjohn-gilbert-slated

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Julia Montes to Build House for her Family

Julia Montes said she's she's planning to build a new house for her family.

Montes said that having a new house for her family is one of her biggest dreams that may come true before the year end.

"Gusto kong mapatayo ng bahay ang family ko. Sana this year or next year," Montes said.

Montes got her big break after starring in ABS-CBN's hit TV series "Mara Clara" with Kathryn Bernardo.

"Nagbago talaga ang buhay ko pagkatapos ng Mara Clara. Nandiyan yung pagdating ng work, tapos nagkaroon ng movie," she said.

Montes is now gearing up for a teen-show titled "Growing Up." She just finished the movie "Way Back Home" under Star Cinema, also with Kathryn Bernardo.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/19/11/julia-montes-build-house-her-family

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Megan Young: College First Before Beauty Contests

Megan Young wants to be a beauty queen someday but only after she finishes college.

In an interview during "US Girls August Awards 2011" event, Young said she has already received many offers to join beauty contests.

"Maraming nag-aalok sa akin na sumali sa beauty concert pero sa ngayon gusto ko muna tapusin ang college ko. I want to get a degree first. Kapag natapos na 'yon hopefully we'll see kasi I might finish mga 23 or 24 na ako. Pwede pa naman 26, so we will never know," Young said.

The actress said she always makes it a point to look beautiful and trim even if she has not yet joined any pageants.

"I'm always in the gym. I'm always getting myself ready kasi malay mo anytime naman pala bigla akong isabak so at least physically prepared ako, entally prepared ok na, kailangan na lang training," Young said.

The actress said she will only join a beauty contest if her heart states that it is the right time.

"50-50 pa ngayon kasi gusto ko kapag sumali ako 100% yung puso ko nandoon. Ayaw ko namang half-hearted sasali ako because of course it's a big responsibility dahil ire-represent ko ang country ko sakaling manalo ako in nationwide. I want to be fully prepared for that. Ayaw ko namang half-hearted lang because I'm representing the Philippines and that means a lot," she said.

Currently, Young is preparing for her newest television series "Hiyas" with Zanjoe Marudo.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/19/11/megan-young-college-first-beauty-contests

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Karylle and Christian thrilled over 'The Kitchen Musicale'

After months of being away from local showbiz, singers Karylle and Christian Bautista are back to promote their international TV series "The Kitchen Musicale.”

“Ito na finally, the actual show. We’ve been away from home for over 2 months and we’ve been super homesick but we’ve been working hard just trying to do something different and something new,” Karylle told ABS-CBN News in an interview during the launching of the series.

“Just a little bit. Pero it’s amazing dahil we learn a lot of things – acting, dancing, singing. So pagbalik ko sa Philippines I want to show something different,” Bautista added.

The grand launching ala "Glee" was attended by various media networks recently.

Aside from Karylle and Bautista, “The Kitchen Musicale” also stars Pinoy talent like Thou Reyes and Ikey Canoy.

Gerard Salonga was chosen to be musical director and conductor of the production.

The "Kitchen Musicale" will be distributed in United States by the producer of "Ugly Betty at the Office.”

The series will be shown in the Philippines on Studio 23 starting this October.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/19/11/karylle-christian-thrilled-over-kitchen-musicale

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Maria Aragon does music video of 'Born This Way'

Maria Aragon recently performed her rendition of the song "Born This Way" in a music video.

The song is part of her forthcoming self-titled debut album.

"I feel really grateful to be here thank you. We had to do a lot of takes and there's a lot of concept to it," Aragon said in an interview during a photo shoot.

Aragon's album under Star Records features 7 songs, including "I'd Like To Teach The World To Sing," "Follow Your Dream," and "Can't Smile Without You."

"Kung Bubuksan Mo Lang ang Puso" is the only Tagalog song in the CD.

Meanwhile, Aragon will talk about her life when she takes the hot seat on "Bottomline with Boy Abunda" on Saturday (August 20) after "Banana Split."

Aragon will share how she was raised, how she came to love music, as well as her thoughts on making her dreams come true.

The 11-year-old singer will also perform on the show.

Her budding career in the local scene follows her performances with international artist Lady Gaga.

She has also appeared on popular international TV shows like “Ellen de Generes” and “Good Morning America.”

Aragon and her family are set to fly back in Canada on September 8.

Her interview on “Bottomline with Boy Abunda” airs on Saturday (August 20).

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/19/11/maria-aragon-does-music-video-born-way

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Sarah Geronimo: Rachelle Ann Go not a homewrecker

Singer Sarah Geronimo has stepped forward to defend her close friend Rachelle Ann Go against rumors romantically linking her to a married man.

Geronimo told Push.com.ph that she knows Go very well, and that she is sure that she couldn't possibly be involved in such a scandalous relationship.

"Kilala ko naman si Ate Rachelle . Napaka-responsableng tao niyan. Hindi 'yan gagawa ng bagay na alam niyang ikakasira niya at ikakasira ng relationship niya with her family at saka mga taong naniniwala sa kanya. So, talagang siyempre kampante din ako na hindi totoo yung mga issues about her," Geronimo said.

Geronimo admitted to Push.com.ph that she was fact hurt by the intrigue against Go.

She said, “Napag-usapan naman namin minsan. Siyempre nakakalungkot na may mga ganung intriga.”

Although being a showbiz icon makes them susceptible to such kind of controversies, Geronimo claimed that this new issue may be too much for Go.

“Oo, pana-panahon lang yan. Pero siyempre andun yung parang feeling na parang ang daming binabato kay Ate Rachelle na intriga,” she said.

Geronimo, Go, and Yeng Constantino used to hang out regularly.

“We like going to movies tapos kakain. Manunuod kami usually light movies or minsan pagka-nagustuhan namin manunuod kami ng horror, ganun. Mahilig kami sa Filipino dishes and mag-dessert. Meron din kaming mga favorite places na kinakainan,” she said.

However, due to their busy schedules, they no longer get to go out as often as they want to, Geronimo said.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/19/11/sarah-geronimo-rachelle-ann-go-not-homewrecker

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Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes nervous over 'Way Back Home' premiere

Young actresses Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes admitted that they are feeling nervous over the red carpet premiere of their first film together, "Way Back Home."

In an interview with ABS-CBN's "Showbiz News Ngayon," Bernardo said that they are not sure if the people they invited can make it to the premiere, which will be held at SM Megamall on Tuesday night.

"Kinakabahan kami siyempre kung makakapunta ang mga taong makakapunta sa aming [premiere] at kung ano ang reaksyon nila kapag nakita nila ang movie," she said.

"Sana po makita namin kayo sa August 16, sa SM Megamall na po 'yan."

Montes, for her part, said, "And sa August 17 na po ang family drama of the year ng Star Cinema, 'Way Back Home.' Sana po ay suportahan niyo po kami ni Kathryn."

"Way Back Home," directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng, tells the story of family members who learn to accept and forgive one another despite their differences.

The film also stars Enrique Gil, Lotlot de Leon, Tonton Gutierrez and Agot Isidro.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/16/11/kathryn-julia-nervous-over-way-back-home-premiere

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Kim Chiu thrilled to work with Gov. Vilma Santos

Kim Chiu shared her excitement over reports that she will be doing a movie with the Star for All Seasons, Batangas Governor Vilma Santos.

She admitted, though, that there is no confirmation yet on the said project.

"Hindi ko pa po alam. Wala pa daw pong time," she said in an interview during a press conference for her upcoming show, "Binondo Girl," which will air on August 22.

"Alam mo maski ano, basta kasama si Ms. Vilma," she added.

Newspaper and online reports said that Chiu will be doing a horror film with Santos under Star Cinema, which was a working title "The Healing."

The movie will be directed by Chito S. Roño, the same man behind hit horror films "Feng Shui" and "Sukob," the reports added.

Meanwhile, Chiu also expressed her desire to work with Superstar Nora Aunor.

"Kung Nora Aunor? Pwede din, ikaw ba naman [magiging choosy pa]. Ang tagal-tagal na niyang artista," the young actress said.

Asked if she is a fan of Aunor (Noranian) or Santos (Vilmanian), Chiu replied, "Wala pa ako sa panahon na nag-aagawan sila. Ako, sa akin kahit sino."

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/15/11/kim-thrilled-work-gov-vi

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Lovi Poe Cuts Ties with Ronald Singson

Actress Lovi Poe said she has decided to concentrate on loving herself more after her controversial relationship with former Ilocos Sur Congressman Ronald Singson.

In an interview with ABS-CBN News on Monday, Poe revealed she has decided to stop communicating with Singson, who is still detained in Hong Kong for drug possession.

“Now, I’m just living my life. Now is the time that I’m actually thinking of myself first rather than other people,” she said.

The daughter of the late Action King Fernando Poe Jr. said she does not regret anything about her past relationship with Singson.

She, however, said she thinks it would be best if she would take care of herself first.

Meanwhile, Poe denied speculations saying she is the reason behind the break-up of actor Jake Cuenca and actress Melissa Ricks.

Poe said she is only maintaining a professional relationship with Cuenca, who is her leading man in the movie "My Neighbor's Wife."

Right now, Poe is thinking about her father's 72nd birthday this August 21.

She said her father remains to be her inspiration. “He makes me fly and pulls me back to the ground.”

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/15/11/lovi-cuts-ties-ronald-singson

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Cristine Reyes confined in hospital due to high fever

Actress Cristine Reyes has been confined in a hospital due to high fever since Thursday.

The actress allegedly had low blood platelet count.

VIVA publicist Jun Rufino, however, revealed the doctors have already cleared Reyes of dengue. VIVA handles the actress' career.

Rufino added they are still monitoring Reyes’ condition.

Meanwhile, the shooting of Reyes’ upcoming movie and the taping of her TV series “Reputasyon” will be put on hold until the doctors give her a clean bill of health.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/15/11/cristine-confined-hospital-due-high-fever

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Maja Salvador talks about her 'special friendship' with Coco

Actress Maja Salvador has admitted that she and “Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin” co-star Coco Martin developed a "special kind of friendship" over time.

Maja Salvador told ABS-CBN's “E-Live” on Saturday that hanging out with Coco Martin gave them an opportunity to really get to know each other.

“Sobra, kasi iba yung bonding namin sa ‘Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin.’ Kung yung dati dun sa ‘Nagsimula sa Puso’ namin, grabe 'yung ilangan namin pero dito wala mas naging close kami,” she said.

They have become really good friends, according to Salvador.

“Nakakapag-usap kami ng mga buhay-buhay namin.' Yung kapag may problema siya nakakapagsabi siya, tapos ako rin,” she explained.

In an earlier report, Maja Salvador admitted that she finds Coco Martin attractive.

Salvador was asked if she’s willing to bring their friendship to the next level now that they got to know each other better.

Salvador said: “Na kay Coco ‘yan.”

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/13/11/maja-talks-about-her-special-friendship-coco

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Maria Aragon pays courtesy call on Vice President Binay

Maria Aragon, the 11-year-old Filipino-Canadian YouTube sensation, recently paid Vice President Jejomar Binay a courtesy call and gave him her sincerest gratitude for his support.

The meeting was held at the Coconut Palace in Manila on Thursday, August 11.

Aragon, who was with her parents and her brother during the courtesy call, said it was Binay who first congratulated her when she was just starting her international career.

In the congratulatory letter Binay sent last February 24, the Vice President said: "You have brought immense pride to the Filipino people with your wonderful talent, and I congratulate you for having gone this far and getting the worldwide recognition you deserve.”

"I believe you have inspired not only the youth to work towards achieving their dreams, but also famous artists to continue to excel in their art and to keep making music. To be touching the lives of people all over the world is an outstanding feat at such a young age. I know you will continue to make us proud," Binay added.

Aragon also had the chance to meet some personnel of the Office of the Vice President (OVP).

“I want to say thank you for the support. I wanna say that because of you, Philippines is a beautiful place. Thank you for making the country a beautiful place... Thank you Vice President,” she said.

Aragon also performed before them her own rendition of “Just The Way You Are.”

Meanwhile, in her official Twitter account, Aragon proudly announced that it was her pleasure to meet the Vice President.

“Had the pleasure to VP Jejomar Binay today... and man am I ever proud to be PINOY :) More power to the Philippines,” she tweeted.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/14/11/maria-aragon-pays-courtesy-call-vp-binay

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Kim Chiu opens up on 'breakup' with Gerald Anderson

After her so-called breakup with actor and long-time on-screen partner Gerald Anderson, Kim Chiu said she learned how to love herself more.

In an interview with Boy Abunda on ABS-CBN's "The Buzz" on Sunday, the Drama Princess said she is thankful to have gone through such an experience.

"I learned to love myself more. I learned how to be strong. And kung hindi ka naman nagmahal, hindi ka naman masasaktan eh. So thankful ako na naramdaman ko 'yun," Chiu said.

"Wala akong sama ng loob o galit sa kahit na sino. Masaya ako na naramdaman ko 'yun."

Kimsaid she and Gerald are now "better friends" after the so-called breakup. "Kami ni Gerald, sobrang okay namin. Hanggang ngayon, andiyan siya 'pag may problema. 'Pag hindi ko na kaya, kinakausap ko siya, nakikinig siya," she said.

Asked how she handled the pain, she said, "Umiyak ka lang. Pagkatapos nun masaya ka na ulit, kasama mo friends mo, mga taong nagmamahal sa'yo."

"Hindi naman masamang magmahal. Hindi. Tao ka rin naman so marami ka talagang mararamdaman sa ngalan ng pag-ibig," she added.

Last year, Chiu denied rumors that she tried to commit suicide after her so-called breakup with Anderson. Both have repeatedly said that they never became a couple, with Anderson saying that what they had was a "special relationship."

Chiu is set to return to primetime television on August 22 with her upcoming series, "My Binondo Girl."

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/14/11/kim-chiu-opens-breakup-gerald

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John Lloyd Cruz asks fans to support movie with Angel Locsin

John Lloyd Cruz recently confirmed that he will be doing a movie with Angel Locsin, but rumors say that some of his supporters want him to be paired with his other former leading ladies instead.

Cruz reacted to the rumors, saying that he does not have the final say when it comes to his co-stars.

"Gusto ko lang ipaalala na hindi ko po call' yon kasi baka sa akin ang maging balik nito. Ako po ay empleyado lang dito, kung ano po ang ipinapagawa, 'yon po ang ginagawa ko," he said in an interview with Push.com.ph during the story conference for his upcoming film with Locsin.

"Well, I guess on behalf of Star Cinema, we apologize sa mga na-disappoint na fans. We just want you to know na sobrang importante kayo sa amin, 'yung sinasabi niyo, suggestions niyo. We value that, kaya lang kung pwede lang sabay-sabay gawin [gagawin ko]."

The actor then asked his supporters to give his tandem with Locsin a chance since they already gained a following after their successful television series, "Imortal."

"I'm sure marami diyan na kayang gawin ang hindi ko magagawa o hindi ko maibigay. Ang gusto ko lang sa sarili ko I'm still willing and very much eager to learn kung ano pa 'yung maio-offer ko in the future and [through] this project sana I'm hoping na makapagbigay pa ako," he said.

Asked to describe Locsin, Cruz said, "Si Angel, wala namang 'yang sasabihing hindi maganda sa kahit na sino. Talagang napakabait niyang magbitiw ng salita."

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/14/11/john-lloyd-asks-fans-support-movie-angel

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Kean Cipriano admits admiration for Sarah Geronimo

Callalilly lead vocalist Kean Cipriano revealed his admiration for Popstar Princess Sarah Geronimo after they got to collaborate in the latter’s album.

During the press conference of “Ang Babae sa Septic Tank” last August 2, Cipriano told Push.com.ph: “Sarah is Sarah whatever happens. I like her on and off stage. I admire her, the way she projects herself. She's a good singer, a very good performer.”

Cipriano also did not deny the fact that he is open to the possibility that he would fall for Geronimo.

“Why not? Walang magiging problema dun. Kung okay naman. Ako naman nirerespeto ko lahat ng mga taong nakakasama ko or mga babaeng nakakatrabaho ko. Kung may mabuong maganda, why not,” he explained.

Cipriano, however, clarified he has no plans of meeting Sarah's parents just yet. He said he just wants to take take things slow and not rush things.

“Wala pa naman tayo diyan. I can never tell sa ngayon. Ang importante we get along sa pag-perform siguro. Hindi ko pa naman sobrang close si Sarah. So wala ako sa posisyon para magsalita. But I am happy that we are doing something together. Everything will follow through,” he said.

Meanwhile, Cipriano said he is hoping that he will also get to work with Geronimo in an acting project.

“Siyempre isa si Sarah sa mga dream leading ladies ko. Kasi we have a collaboration sa isang kanta sa album niya. Nag-perform kami last time sa album tour niya. Iba pala kapag katabi mo si Sarah na kumakanta sa stage. Iba yung feeling,” he said.

Siource: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/07/11/kean-cipriano-admits-admiration-sarah-geronimo

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Candy Pangilinan: I didn't do enough to protect my son

Comedienne Candy Pangilinan turned emotional on Sunday as she explained her side on the verbal bashing incident involving her and talk show host IC Mendoza.

Pangilinan lamented that she did not do enough to protect her son, a special child, who was included in some media attacks against her.

This weakness, she said, led her to hurt another son and mother in Mendoza and entertainment writer Dolly Anne Carvajal, respectively.

"Ang ironic na nag-react ako dahil nasaktan ako at nasaktan ang anak ko pero nakasakit naman ako ng panibagong bata at nanay ulit. Diba umiikot? Dapat hindi," she said in an interview with Boy Abunda on "The Buzz."

"Nagpapasalamat ako at hindi niya (her son) naiintindihan ang nangyayari. Hindi niya naiintindihan na nahihirapan si Mommy. Hindi niya naiintindihan na namomroblema ako na minsan pag nakikita niya na umiiyak ako sasabihin niya, 'Is that work? Why are you crying, Mom?' Sasabihin ko 'That's work.'

"Feeling ko kulang pa 'yung pagprotektang ginagawa ko para sa kanya. Kaya minsan lalo kong nasisisi 'yung sarili ko na hindi pa ako ganun kagaling na ina, na hindi ako ganun kagaling na tao para maprotektahan ko pa lalo ang anak ko.

Pangilinan also lashed out at some entertainment reporters who keep focusing on the weaknesses of others.

"Siguro ang galit ko doon sa sistema na kailangan in this industry ilabas mo 'yung flaws ng tao. We're all imperfect. Wala namang perfect sa'tin dito. So why can't we understand na lahat tayo, artists, writers, journalists, all of us are not perfect?" she said.

"Let's not focus on the weaknesses and frailties of man. But let's highlight the beauty, 'yung positive. Diba?

"Andun ako kasi hinayaan kong i-highlight nila 'yung masakit, 'yung weakness ko, 'yung frailties ko. Akala ko kaya ko. Pero nung tinira ang anak ko, naawa ako so umikot eh. Tama na. Kasi hindi lang naman siguro ako, Tito Boy, ang tumahimik, diba? Tama na."

Asked to give a message to her son, Pangilinan cried again and said, "You have to be well, you have to function well. You have to life your life. You have to be independent. Mom will try to live long for you. But if I don't live long, you have to live well."

Apology

Pangilinan already apologized to Mendoza through a statement which was aired on ABS-CBN's "Showbiz News Ngayon" last week.

"I am deeply grieved and offer my sincere apology to IC Mendoza and his mother Dolly Anne Carvajal. Admittedly, I had gone beyond my normal limits in drinking and am so sorry for all the pain I've caused," the statement read.

On "The Buzz," Pangilinan said she apologized because "I don't want to hurt anyone."

"Kaya ako nag-snap because I was hurt. Galing ako dun eh. Ayokong makasakit. I think hurting is unacceptable," she said.

"Yes, nasaktan ko siya (Mendoza) kaya ako nag-sorry. And I want to stop that cycle [0of hurting others]."

Meanwhile, Pangilinan hopes that Mendoza and Carvajal will accept her apology.

"After everything, nalabas ko na, yes [I'm okay]. Now it's the guilt I have for IC because I hurt him and now I hope he accepts my apology," she said.

"I hope in the future we'll be able to talk."

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/07/11/candy-i-didnt-do-enough-protect-my-son

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Yeng Constantino rocks Aliw Theater

Pop rock princess Yeng Constantino’s “Rakenrol Jamming” concert on Friday was a major success.

Constantino rocked Aliw Theater together with special guests Gary Valenciano, Sam Milby and Ivan Dorscher.

YouTube singing sensation Maria Aragon also took part in the event.

Aragon took the stage with her claim to fame rendition of Lady Gaga’s “Born this Way.”

Constantino also jammed with Aragon over Jessie J’s “Price Tag.”

It has been reported that Constantino recently suffered depression.

Based on this concert’s outcome, it seems that Constantino is back on track.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/06/11/yeng-rocks-aliw-theater

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Judy Ann Santos got best tips from own mom

Actress Judy Ann Santos said that she owes her motherhood skills mostly to her very own mom.

Santos told “Showbiz News Ngayon” on Friday that she personally took Mommy Carol’s advice on becoming a good mother to her kids, Yohan and Baby Lucio.

“Walang masama [kung] susundin mo mga payo ng magulang mo when it comes to taking care of your children kasi napalaki ka nga nila e. Nakapagpalaki sila ng ilang anak bago ka dumating sa buhay nila e,” she explained.

Santos said she is really pleased with all the new experiences she gets from being a mother.

She said, “Ang dami mo pala masyadong naa-achieve kapag mommy ka pala. Ang dami mong mga bagay na nagagawa na hindi mo maiisip na kaya mo palang gawin.”

Meanwhile, Santos’ long break from the limelight provided more room for her to appreciate her domestic life with husband Ryan Agoncillo.

It seemed that spending more time with her family made her realize how important they are to her.

She explained, “Parang kulang ang 24 oras pag magkakasama kayo ng mga anak mo at ng asawa mo. Parang kulang, yung tipong gusto mo pang pahabain yung oras, kasi ayaw mo pa sana silang patulugin, yung gusto mo laro lang kayo nang laro.”

Santos is set to return to work soon after a long break since her pregnancy with Baby Lucio.

She will host ABS-CBN’s new reality cooking show, “Junior Master Chef.”

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/05/11/judy-ann-got-best-tips-own-mom

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Andi Eigenmann's character in "Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin" TV series is killed?

Is it curtains for young actress Andi Eigenmann's character, Gabrielle Marcelo, in ABS-CBN's hit series "Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin (MLKI)"?

On Thursday night, Andi Eigenmann's character was impaled on a piece of wood. Gabrielle was trying to call for backup to help Alexander (played by Coco Martin), who was abducted and detained by his own twin brother Javier (Coco Martin), when the incident happened.

In a recent interview with abs-cbnNEWS.com, Andi Eigenmann said that she will give her best for the finale of the series.

"Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin" is now on its last 11 episodes. It will air its final episode on August 11.

"Sana abangan niyo. Matagal pa po. We are still working on the ending. Sobrang seryoso lahat kami at ngayon sobrang ngarag magtrabaho para tapusin ang teleserye so sana suportahan niyo," she said.

The 21-year-old star also expressed her gratitude to all her fans who keep on supporting her.

Currently, Andi Eigenmann is five months pregnant and due to give birth in December.

The actress said she plans to continue her showbiz career after giving birth.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/05/11/andi-eigenmanns-character-killed-tv-series

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Maja Salvador denies spat with Matteo

Maja Salvador denied speculations claiming she and her rumored special someone, actor Matteo Guidicelli, recently had a misunderstanding.

In an interview with “Showbiz News Ngayon” on Monday, Salvador said: “Masaya kami ni Matteo. Wala kaming ganoon.”

Salvador said she actually feels flattered that Guidicelli is proud to say in his interviews how special she is for him.

“Basta ang sinasabi ko lang, ang mga ginagawa sa akin ni Matteo, masaya ako dahil pinaparamdam niya kung gaano ako ka-special sa kanya,” she said.

Asked what she would like to tell Guidicelli, Salvador said: “Salamat dahil proud ka sa akin dahil lagi ka nagsasalita sa mga interview, parang hindi siya nahihiya na magpa-interview tungkol sa akin. Bihira lang kasi ang mga guys na may ganoon eh.”

Salvador and Guidicelli have been open about their admiration for each other but they never admitted that they are officially a couple.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/02/11/maja-denies-spat-matteo

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Mariel Rodriguez ready to marry Robin in Church

After spending sometime together in Europe for their second honeymoon, television host Mariel Rodriguez said she is now ready to accept her husband Robin Padilla's, offer to have a church wedding.

In an interview with ABS-CBN Europe News Bureau, Rodriguez said it is Padilla’s dream for them to get married in Catholic rites.

“Gusto niya talaga mangyari ‘yun for me,” she said.

Last April, the celebrity couple put on hold their Catholic wedding after retired Archbishop Oscar Cruz said the Church won’t allow their union because of certain prohibitions under Islam.

Despite this, Padilla has admitted that he and Rodriguez are planning to go to Vatican City and tie the knot there anew.

Padilla married Rodriguez under Muslim rites last August 19, 2010 at the Taj Mahal in India.

Meanwhile, Rodriguez reiterated that they are not yet ready to have a baby.

“Not yet, hindi na naming magagawa ito kapag may baby na kami. Pano na ‘yung baby?” she said.

She also denied reports saying her family and friends are not in favor of their relationship. Rodriguez said they are all supportive of their marriage.

Rodriguez and Padilla headed to Europe on July 28 to visit Amsterdam and Rome.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/02/11/mariel-ready-marry-robin-church

They also went to Paris for the “Kapamilya Fiesta Caravan Show” on Sunday.

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Toni Gonzaga Willing to Leave Showbiz for Married Life

Toni Gonzaga said she is willing to take the back seat when she and her boyfriend, director Paul Soriano, decide to tie the knot.

In an interview with Push.com.ph, Toni admitted that she and  her boyfriend Soriano already had talks about marriage but they are not planning to wed anytime soon.

“Tumagal na rin ng 4 years [ang relationship namin]. Ako 'yun ang pinagdarasal ko. Mahirap magsalita ng tapos pero in my heart, I can say yes, a lot of things can still happen pero pinagpi-pray mo na sana masunod ang kalooban,” she said.

When the time comes, Toni said that she would probably take a step back away from the limelight.

“Siguro buong buhay ko gusto kong mag-artista, maging entertainer pero siyempre when you get married and eventually you commit into a marriage, you would want it to work. So as a woman, as a wife, kailangan mag-effort na i-priority ang family,” she said.

Meanwhile, Gonzaga vowed that while she is not yet married, she would do her best to excel in what she does.

Gonzaga’s movie with comedienne Eugene Domingo titled “Wedding Tayo, Wedding Hindi” is set to hit the big screens this September.

Gonzaga also said that she is open to doing another movie with actor John Lloyd Cruz following their successful movie “My Amnesia Girl.”

“Ako naman wala akong problema. Anytime, ready ako for the call time for the pelikula. Siyempre ang desisyon na ‘yan ay sa management so hintayin natin kung anong desisyon ng Star Cinema pero I’m always open to do a movie with John Lloyd and [with] anybody,” she said.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/02/11/toni-willing-leave-showbiz-married-life

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Christian Bautista wants to meet KC's sister

Christian Bautista wants to meet Garrie Concepcion, KC Concepcion's half-sister.

In an interview during the special premiere of his Asian film "A Special Symphony," Bautista said he has not had a chance to meet the new recording artist.

"Nakikita ko lang siya sa Twitter, tapos in-interview daw siya ni Kris. I haven't really met her. I wanna meet her pero what's so funny with Kris is sini-set up ako lagi," Bautista said, referring to Queen of All Media Kris Aquino, who teased Garrie about meeting Christian.

In a statement on ABS-CBN's "Showbiz News Ngayon" (SNN), Garrie's sister, KC, said she was excited over the possibility that her good friend, Bautista, would get to know her sister.

"Siyempre bilang kapatid kasi, friend ko si Christian, I know he is really a nice guy," KC said.

Garrie or Gabrielle is the daughter of actor Gabby Concepcion and Grace Ibuna.

Garrie has said she wants to concentrate on her singing career. She recently finished her debut album.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/02/11/christian-wants-meet-kcs-sister

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Nervous Angel Locsin Cheers for Phil

Actress Angel Locsin showed up at the Rizal Memorial Stadium Thursday to show support for her rumored boyfriend Phil Younghusband and the rest of the Philippine Azkals in their second match against Kuwait.

Locsin arrived at the stadium at around 7 p.m. along with her friend, actress Dimples Romana.

“Kagaya ng mga napakaraming taong nagpunta rito, kahit may bagyo nandito sila para lang magbigay ng suporta,” she said.

According to Locsin, she is just as nervous as everybody else. She said that win or lose, the Azkals have already brought honor to our country.

Aside from Locsin and Romana, singer Ogie Alcasid was also at the stadium along with his nieces and friends.

Alcasid said he has been a fan of football since his college days.

Actors Piolo Pascual, Jon Avila and “Trip na Trip” host Kat de Castro were also seen watching the game.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/07/28/11/nervous-angel-cheers-phil

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