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Sunday, November 27, 2011

Kristine reveals name of her baby girl

Kristine Hermosa has revealed the name of her soon-to-be-born baby girl.

In a taped interview with "The Buzz" aired on Sunday, Hermosa said she and husband Oyo Sotto have chosen "Ondrea Bliss" as their baby's name.

ABS-CBN's Star Studio magazine on Saturday held a baby shower for Hermosa, who is set to give birth in December (cesarean section) or January (normal delivery).

"Naghanap kami. Finally, God spoke to us na eto na 'yung ipangalan ninyo. Ibig sabihin ng Ondrea, strong and courageous. And bliss, ibig sabihin naman unmeasurable joy," Hermosa explained.

"So 'yun 'yung pareho naming naramdaman (Oyo). And gusto naming maging strong and courageous din si Ondrea," she added.

Hermosa said she is happy that Quiel, their adopted son, is looking forward to meeting Ondrea Bliss.

"Three years old na si Quiel. Kuya na siya, alam naman na niya na 'I'm a Kuya,' gumaganun," she said.

Hermosa's and Sotto's relatives also shared their excitement over the newest addition to their family.

"Meron na kaming baby na mahihiram," said Kathleen, Hermosa's sister.

"Excited ako kasi di ba I also gave birth na girl din. Excited na ako na magiging barkada na sila," said Danica, Sotto's sister.

"Pinagdadasal talaga nila 'yan eh. Andaming boys na pamangkin," said Ciara, Sotto's cousin.

"I'm sure magiging super beautiful ang baby dahil maraming pagmamanahan na mga magaganda at gwapo. No doubt," said Dina Bonnevie, Sotto's mother.

Pregnancy

Hermosa shared that she still makes it a point to stay active, but admitted that she now gets tired easily.

"Mabilis na lang talaga mapagod. 'Yung fatigue kasi. Pero okay naman," she said.

"Wala naman akong morning sickness so thank God," she added.

Sotto, for his part, said about his pregnant wife: "Mahirap matulog si Tin ngayon, unlike 'yung mga unang buwan talagang iba 'yung tulog niya. Tapos maya't maya gising siya nang gising."

The couple added that Ondrea Bliss seems to have inherited a number of physical features from Hermosa.

"Ang alam ko may cleft chin siya," Hermosa said.

"'Yung cheeks nakita namin ang taba talaga. Chaka 'yung fingers niya mahaba, parang nagmana kay Tin. Buti na lang kay Tin nagmana," Sotto said.

Meanwhile, Sotto said his life has changed when he started his own family.

"Dati sarili ko lang iniisip ko, laging ako. Ngayon, kailangan 'yung kinikita ko sa kanya (Hermosa) napupunta. Responsibilities ko lumalawak at mas dumadami. Hindi 'yung simpleng kailangan mong gumising, tumayo at magtrabaho. Ngayon, pagkagising ko kailangan ko sila i-check bago ako umalis, bago ako mag-taping," he said.

"Maya't maya magche-check ka kung okay ba sila."

He then had this message for Hermosa and their baby.

"Si Tin alam naman niyang lagi akong andiyan para sa kanya. Kapag manganganak na siya, kahit kalagitnaan ng taping, bibiyahe talaga ako. Magkalimutan na ng trabaho, 'wag lang ang baby ko," he ended.

Source:http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/11/27/11/kristine-hermosa-reveals-name-her-baby-girl

Angeline Quinto shoots music video with SamMmilby

Angeline Quinto cannot help but smile when she talked about her newest music video, which she shot with hunk actor Sam Milby.

"Ito pong ginagawa namin ni Sam na music video po, ito po 'yung isa sa bago kong kanta na Christmas song. Kasama po siya sa album ng Star Records," she said in an interview aired on Cinema One's "Cinema News" on Sunday.

Quinto said she was not expecting Milby to be cheerful during the shoot because she initially thought the actor was the serious type.

"Nakakatuwa po kasi ito ang unang beses na nakatrabaho ko si Sam. Hindi ko in-expect na makulit pala siya katrabaho kasi noong una akala ko medyo seryoso siya eh," she said.

Aside from her newest music video, Quinto also talked about her movie with showbiz crush Coco Martin.

"'Yung movie po namin ni Coco hanggang ngayon po eh ginagawa pa rin pero sobrang masaya po ako kasi unti-unti po akong maraming natututunan sa bawat shooting namin. Natutuwa ako kasi alam ko sa sarili ko na naibibigay ko ang best ko," she said.

She also clarified her statement on "The Buzz" last week that she is courting Martin.

"Hindi naman po. Pero kasi pinapakita ko lang naman po ang talagang nararamdaman ko para sa tao. Hindi naman po talagang nanliligaw, basta inaamin ko naman po talaga na may paghanga ako," she said.

Source:http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/11/27/11/angeline-shoots-music-video-sam

Friday, November 25, 2011

Anne Curtis not suprised by success of Vice Ganda's film

Anne Curtis is not surprised with the huge success of her friend Vice Ganda's film "Praybeyt Benjamin," which is now the highest grossing Filipino film of all time.

In an interview during the press launch for her newest endorsement Primadonna, Curtis noted that "Praybeyt Benjamin" is a family film while her film "No Other Woman" targets mature moviegoers.

“Actually, hindi na ako na surprise because when you think about it, 'Praybeyt Benjamin' is actually a family movie while 'No Other Woman' doesn’t really reach out to kids. It’s really for a more mature audience that’s why we were Rated 13. So, 'Praybeyt Benjamin' it’s really for the whole family. So I guess hindi siya unexpected,” Curtis said.

Curtis' film "No Other Woman" topped the box office this year, until it was unseated by "Praybeyt Benjamin."

But what is important, Curtis said, is the fact that a lot of Filipino moviegoers are embracing the sexy-drama type of film.

“I’m glad that it can happen that way and I’m also glad that the Filipino audience are now more open to movies as daring as 'No Other Woman.' It goes to show that the audience do look for films that are not only romantic-comedy or for family. There’s still that market who looks for sexy drama, which is good, which I like,” Curtis added.

With the success of her film, career and TV show, Curtis said she has nothing more to ask for.

“This is the most amazing year of my life. 2011 was a rollercoaster ride scary and yet most thrilling year of my life. So many things happening, one after the other. I don’t expect anything because if you don't expect anything so the more you appreciate blessings that come to your life,” she said.

With all the blessings, Curtis said she would rather not ask anything more this Christmas.

“Wala na akong mahihiling pa. Parang napaka-selfish ko na if I keep asking for anything else pa. No expectations but it’s nice to hope,” she said.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/11/25/11/anne-not-suprised-success-vice-gandas-film

Sarah Geronimo and Gerald got starstruck with Joey de Leon

Pop Star Princess Sarah Geronimo and actor Gerald Anderson admitted they were starstruck when they met veteran comedian Joey de Leon for the first time.

De Leon worked with Anderson and Geronimo in the upcoming film "Won't Last A Day Without You."

"Siyempre noong nabasa ko ang script na ang gusto nila ay si Tito Joey natuwa talaga ako at sana matuloy talaga. Pero may daily show siya na Eat Bulaga tapos sa kabila medyo di na kami medyo umasa pero fortunately napapayag si Tito Joey," Geronimo said in a taped interview aired on morning show "KrisTV" on Friday.

"Si Tito Joey napakasaya napaka-enjoy hindi niya ipaparamdam sa iyo na intimidating siya, daddy talaga sa set, palabiro at fatherly niya sa lahat. Tito Joey, maraming salamat for accepting this project. It's an honor na makatrabaho po kayo at maging tatay ko kayo kahit sa pelikula lang. Maraming salamat Tito Joey sa kindness sa patience at sa joy na naibabahagi niyo sa set namin," she said.

Anderson, who also appeared on KrisTV, said he couldn't believe he was acting opposite de Leon.

"Hindi ko alam kung napansin pero bago kami mag-tape nakatingin ako sa kanya tapos 'wow' sabi ko 'totoo ba ito?' Tapos yung PA ko sabi 'bro, papa-picture ako.' Sabi niya mamaya na, kailangan ko munang mag-focus si Joey de Leon ang ka-eksena ko," he said.

"Sobra akong na-starstruck noong nakita ko siya.Tapos noong nag-shoot kami, ang dami niyang adlib na talagang nakakatawa kaya ang mga reactions namin ni Sarah eh talagang tunay talaga," Anderson added.

De Leon, who thanked the young stars for their good words, also gave his unsolicited advice.

"Mahalin mo ang work mo, mag-ingat ka sa health mo, kalkulahin mo kung kaya ng katawan mo," de Leon said.

"Won't Last A Day Without You," under Star Cinema, will hit theaters nationwide on November 30 (Wednesday).

http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/11/25/11/sarah-g-gerald-got-starstruck-joey-de-leon

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Ara Mina wants to settle down

Ara Mina said she hopes to settle down in three years' time.

Mina, who has been working in show business for almost two decades, believes that she is ready to have her own family.

"Feeling ko kapag nag-asawa na ako fulfilled ako kasi nagawa ko na lahat ng gusto kong gawin. Kasi kung halimbawa nag-asawa ako tapos ay hindi naman ako nakabili ng sarili kong bahay, 'yun bang marami kang regrets," she said as she showed her multi-million peso house to "Kris TV" host Kris Aquino on Thursday.

"I have plans pero siyempre alangan namang ikaw ang mag-propose sa lalaki na 'Hoy, buntisin mo ako o pakasal na tayo.'

"Siguro darating din tayo diyan, kailangan ba ako mag-35 (years old)," she added.

Mina, 32, said she is currently enjoying her relationship with her non-showbiz boyfriend.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/11/10/11/ara-mina-wants-settle-down

Karylle stays mum on lovelife

Karylle has refused to reveal anything about her relationship with Spongecola's front man, Yael Yuzon.

When asked during an interview with ABS-CBN's "Bandila" on Wednesday whether Yuzon is her boyfriend, Karylle replied, “Ayaw ko kasi umamin or anything.”

She explained, “I think right now I’ve learned from over-sharing in the past, and that brought me to a place that wasn’t very kind. It was very hard for me.”

To give the public an idea about the status of her relationship with Yuzon, Karylle opted to sing about how she feels for Yuzon.

She sang a line from the song "Basically," which is included in her album "Roadtrip."

"You sat me down and patted my head. Strange, but sweet, basically that’s you and me."

Relationship with Dingdong Dantes

Before Yuzon, Karylle’s last known romantic relationship was with actor Dingdong Dantes.

In 2008, Karylle and Dantes ended their 3-year long relationship. It ended reportedly because of Dantes' brewing romance with actress Marian Rivera, who is now his girlfriend.

Karylle admitted that she never thought she could ever recover from that painful heartbreak.

Fortunately, she said, she was surrounded by a lot of people who helped her bounce back.

“I was thankful na I was surrounded by so much people who loved me and I think grace of god also just pulled me through,” she said.

Now, a few years after their parting, Karylle said that she is still looking forward to be friends with her ex-boyfriend.

“I would like to think that we’re on our way there,” she claimed.

“Siguro, one day that will happen.”

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/11/09/11/karylle-stays-mum-lovelife

Iza Calzado to appear in 'The Kitchen Musicale'

Iza Calzado is set to join her fellow Filipino celebrities, Christian Bautista and Karylle, in the hit Asian television series “The Kitchen Musicale.”

In an interview with ABS-CBN News on Wednesday, Karylle revealed that Calzado will be taking on a special part on the musical show sometime soon.

“Very, very soon meron siyang surprise guesting in one of the upcoming episodes, si Ms. Iza Calzado,” she said.

Meanwhile, the cast of “The Kitchen Musicale” will be going on an Asian tour to promote the show.

Karylle said she and some of her fellow “The Kitchen Musicale” stars will be going to Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines next week.

She said, “We’re going to fly there (Indonesia and Malaysia) this coming Monday to Thursday. And then siyempre, last stop ang Philippines dahil dito ‘yung magaganap na gala dinner for 'The Kitchen Musicale.'"

Due to the public’s positive response to their show's first episodes, on the other hand, Karylle said that it is likely for their television series to have a second season.

“It looks like with all the response mukhang doon papunta,” she said.

“May mga bali-balita na akong naririnig, so sana tuloy 'yung pagsuporta para tuloy-tuloy tayo hanggang season 2.”

“The Kitchen Musicale” airs every Saturday night on Studio 23.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/11/09/11/iza-calzado-appear-kitchen-musicale

Anne Denies Rivalry with Vice Ganda

Anne Curtis has shrugged off the issue of competition raised between her and her "Showtime" co-host Vice Ganda.

Curtis dismissed the idea that Vice is her rival now that “Praybeyt Benjamin” has come close to replacing her film “No Other Woman” as the top-grossing local movie of all time after the comedian's movie hit the P200-million mark in its 2nd week.

“There’s no issue [between us] at all,” she told Push.com.ph.

According to Curtis, she is happy for the success of Vice's latest movie.

She added that she's proud of the outstanding accomplishment made by her good friend, whom she also considers as her "twin sister."

Instead of dwelling on the competition, Curtis opted to look at the issue in a positive way.

She explained, “I guess the positive thing about this is nabuhay ang industriyang pelikulang Pilipino. I was reading an article in [a broadsheet], how they said it’s so refreshing to see two different films of different genres making it big.”

Curtis also revealed that she will be renewing her contract with ABS-CBN.

She also said that she is set to do a television series in 2012.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/11/09/11/anne-curtis-denies-rivalry-vice-ganda

Monday, October 31, 2011

Marie Digby is clueless why Filipinos like her

Marie Digby recently released her first albumin the Philippines, Your Love, which includes tracks that feature her collaboration with Filipino singer-actors like Sam Milby and Jericho Rosales. Though Marie has made a name for herself in the international music scene, she said that making an album in the country is also her way of thanking her Filipinos fans who are a big part of her international fame.

“In the beginning when my YouTube videos were taking off, most of my fans were in the Philippines and when I went to Hollywood records it was very hard to convince them to let me come over here and do concerts for promotional work,” she related. “In fact, the first time around I went almost everywhere except for the Philippines so when I finished my contract (in the US) and I made sure that I come over here and thank everybody who would watch my videos for the past four years because without the fans here, I wouldn’t have a released album anywhere.”

The Irish-Japanese singer also could not single out the reason why she thinks Filipinos appreciate her music. “It baffles me and I’m grateful for it because like in the beginning when I found out that most of my viewers were Filipinos [I wondered], is it because they just liked me or they think I am Filipino? I wonder what it is. I don’t know what the answer [and] I don’t care, I’m just grateful,” she beamed.

Having the chance to stay and know a lot of locals in the country, Marie added that what she really likes most about Filipinos is that they are not trivial. “What I appreciate, they don’t love you on the surface, they dig deeper, they want to know who you are, what your inspirations are.”

She even shared a characteristic of Filipinos that she finds interesting. “Filipinos love music and they love to sing, but sometimes when you have your shows, they get really, really shy. They’ve been singing along the whole show but when you put the mic on them they’re mute,” she said smiling.

Apart from her album in the Philippines, Marie continued that she is also working on her album in Japan, which she intends to release next year, and also hopes to release an album in the US via an independent record label.

Source: http://www.abs-cbn.com/Celebrity/Article/10410/Marie-Digby-is-clueless-why-Filipinos-like-her-but-is-grateful-for-their-support.aspx

Saturday, October 29, 2011

Celebrity couple Raymart and Claudine: We're still togethe

Celebrity couple Raymart Santiago and Claudine Barretto on Friday dispelled rumors that they have separated.

In the couple’s joint statement released through Barretto’s talent manager, Shirley Kuan, they said their marriage remains intact.

“We are still together, we have not separated, we love each other, and we both value and cherish our marriage and relationship. Any issues that we may have are private, and do not detract from, nor diminish, the strength of our marriage,” the statement said.

The couple asked the public to deal with their concerns “without the glare and glee of media speculation that only hurt us and those we love.”

Barretto and Santiago added that the recent controversy surrounding their separation has caused pain to their children.

“As concerned and devoted parents, we shall zealously protect their privacy, and their right to be untouched by malice and gossip. We plead with the public to respect their rights: They are innocent children unjustly harmed by the baseless gossip about us,” their statement said.

Last year, the couple was also involved in break-up talks, which were supposedly triggered by a rumor about Barretto’s alleged extramarital affair with Martin Castro.

On Thursday, Philippine Star columnist Ricky Lo claimed in his column “Funfare” that Barretto and Santiago have been living separately for 2 months.

The 2 have been married for 5 years.

A Pilipino Star Ngayon column by Nitz Miralles, meanwhile, alleged that Barretto was looking for a new house even before the recent controversy over the mysterious "disappearance" of the balance of their joint account.

The report said Barretto wanted a house near their conjugal property so she could continue to see their children, who were reportedly in the custody of Santiago.

Senator Bong Revilla's brother killed

Ram Bautista Revilla, a half-brother of Senator Ramon 'Bong' Revilla Jr., was killed in his home in Parañaque City before midnight on Friday.

Sen. Revilla told dzMM that a gunman wearing a bonnet entered the 2-storey house of his half-brother in BF Homes and then shot and stabbed him and his girlfriend, Janelle Manahan.

Ram, 22, also an actor, is a son of former Senator Ramon Revilla Sr. and Genelyn Magsaysay. He sustained multiple stab wounds on the head and on different parts of his body.

Citing a police report, Sen. Revilla said the gunman shot Ram with a .45 caliber gun and then stabbed him.

"Iyong peace and order dito sa ating bansa medyo lumalala na. Kailangang medyo may gawin talaga ang ating kapulisan. Nakakalungkot. Sa aspetong ito hindi kami titigil hangga't hindi ito nabibigyan ng hustisya," Sen. Revilla said.

Ram was declared dead on arrival at the Parañaque Medical Center.

“Maraming saksak sa likod at ulo, iba’t-ibang parte ng katawan at saka sabi may isa daw tama ng bala,” said first responder, Police Officer 2 Francisco Bukid.

Manahan was also shot twice on the left side of the face and shoulder.

"May tama sa panga but I think she's okay," Sen. Revilla said.

She is now under observation at the Asian Hospital in Muntinlupa City.

Manahan is now able to talk, according to Sen. Revilla's executive assistant.

Girlfriend called cops

Bukid said the wounded Manahan was the one who reported the incident to police through 117.

“Na-receive namin yung tawag 11:55 p.m. more or less 11:45 p.m. nangyari yung insidente. Ang sabi niya, naka-bonnet daw dalawang tao,” said Bukid.

Manahan was still conscious when police arrived at their house. Police immediately brought Revilla to the Parañaque Medical Center .

Another sibling, Ramona Revilla, was allegedly in the house when the incident happened, Bukid said.

The suspects took Ramona with them but dropped her off in front of a mall an hour later.

“Nandoon [din] daw [sa bahay] pero nakuha sa Las Piñas. Under shock pa kaya di pa siya makausap,” said Bukid.

Sen. Revilla took custody of his sister for security reasons.

Police undertakes probe

Aside from Ramona, 4 other people—3 household help and Ram’s production assistant--were also in the house at the time of the incident. They are now being questioned by police.

Police probers are also talking to Nino Tabada, the security guard on duty at the gate of the subdivision, which was very near Ram’s house.

Police recovered an empty shell of .45 calibre gun, but the firearm and knife used in the crime were not recovered from the crime scene.

Sen. Revilla condemned the heinous crime and vowed to seek justice for his kin.

"Wala akong alam na may kagalit ito. Ang alam ko, gusto niya...nagaambisyon siya na tumakbo na konsehal sa bayan ng Imus," he said. "Mabait na tao ito, wala akong masabing masama."

Ram's Facebook page says he planned on running for councilor of Imus, Cavite.

Favorite child

Sen. Revilla said Ram was his father's "favorite" child. "Paborito ng daddy ko 'to."

He said they still don't know how to break the news to him given his father's failing health. The former senator is 84 years old. He has over 80 children with many wives.

Sen. Revilla said robbery was not the motive since nothing was taken from the house.

"Sobra ang galit para gawin ito," he said.

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Angel Locsin, Phil say ‘relationship’ is going strong

Azkals heartthrob Phil Younghusband did not disappoint his special someone, actress Angel Locsin, when he showed up as the latter's date at the Esquire Ball held Wednesday night.

Younghusband had just returned to the country from Taiwan, where the national football team played in the Long Teng Cup.

In an interview with ABS-CBN News, both stars revealed that their relationship is going strong, contrary to circulating rumors saying that they have parted ways.

"Walang date [ang anniversary] eh. Kung ano man ang nangyayari ngayon sa amin, ayaw namin masira by moving forward," Locsin said.

For his part, Younghusband said, "We're happy. We've always been happy and we're still happy. We're enjoying it at the moment."

Also spotted at the Esquire Ball, which was held by Esquire Philippines magazine, are Azkals players Anton del Rosario, Jason Sabio and Angel Guirado.

The national football team left for Singapore on Thursday morning for a friendly match to be held on Friday.

Meanwhile, Locsin said she is currently participating in relief operations conducted by the Philippine Red Cross to reach out to people affected by typhoons "Pedring" and "Quiel."

She called on the public to help those who are badly hit by the recent calamities.

"Merong repacking schedules sa Red Cross at relief operations...kung sino 'yung gustong mag-abot ng tulong, cash, in kind o manpower," she said.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/10/06/11/angel-phil-say-%E2%80%98relationship%E2%80%99-going-strong

Shamcey Supsup to help flood victims in Bulacan

Shamcey Supsup wants to help families in Bulacan who were affected by typhoons Pedring and Quiel.

During her interview in "Bandila" on Thursday, Supsup said that the Binibining Pilipinas Charities, Inc. is currently organizing a relief operation to help some of the flood-stricken communities in Central Luzon.

She said, “We’re preparing for relief operations on Saturday, but I’m not sure pa where specific, but it’s in Bulacan.”

Supsup will be joined by some of her fellow Bb. Pilipinas 2011 finalists, including Bb. Pilipinas-International Dianne Necio and Bb. Pilipinas-Tourism Isabella Manjon.

Binibining Pilipinas 2010 beauties Venus Raj and Czarina Catherine Gatbonton will also be a part of this charitable operation.

Recently, Suspsup took part in the distribution of relief packs in the City of Manila.

She admitted that she enjoys extending a helping hand to those in need.

She said “Gusto kong tumulong sa mga ganitong klaseng project. Ito 'yung mga gusto kong gawin.”

“Feeling ko may purpose kung bakit ako nanalo,” she said, referring to her intention to be of service to the less fortunate people.

Meanwhile, in line with her instant fame, Supsup said that she is still trying her best to adjust.

She claimed that her current celebrity status has actually changed a lot of things in her life.

To name some, she said, "Aside from no privacy, I can’t go out alone anymore. I can’t go out to public places."

When asked whether she plans to pursue a career in show business, however, she failed to give a definite answer.

“I’m not sure because I have so much plans, that I don’t know if I can handle more pa,” she said.

According to Supsup, her dreams of pursuing a master’s degree, taking on a teaching career, and building her own architectural firm are still intact.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/10/06/11/shamcey-help-flood-victims-bulacan

Another star with Pinoy roots joins 'Glee' cast

After Kent Avenido, Darren Criss and Charice, another star with Filipino roots has joined the cast of popular musical television series "Glee."

Tamlyn Tomita, a Hollywood actress born and raised by a half-Filipino mother, was introduced in the series as the mother of Asian glee club member Mike Chang, which is portrayed by Harry Shum Jr.

"This season has been great, I think, for everybody. Not just for my character, but for a lot of the characters. And I think that's really interesting to see. You're gonna watch a big plateful of things happening," said Shum, a Chinese-American actor.

Fil-Am Criss portrays the character of Blaine Anderson, while Avenido plays the role of Howard Bamboo.

Charice, meanwhile, appeared a number of times in the second season of "Glee" as Sunshine Corazon, a Filipino exchange student.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/10/06/11/another-star-pinoy-roots-joins-glee-cast

Solenn Heussaff supports smoke-free campaign

Film and television personality Solenn Heussaff revealed she is in favor of the smoke-free Philippines campaign but she thinks there are other issues the government should prioritize.

“I think that will be a good thing but I think everyone can decide for themselves on what they want to do and I think we have other issues that are more important to take care of,” she told ABS-CBN News during the Esquire Ball on Wednesday night.

Heussaff even cited the reproductive health bill as a more urgent national issue.

Actresses Nora Aunor and Anne Curtis recently came under fire for posing for 2 different magazines while holding a cigarette.

The Philippine Medical Association, an organization which supports the smoke-free Philippines campaign, even expressed displeasure toward the said photos, saying the images are conveying a bad image.

Meanwhile, Heussaff said she is elated to be given the chance to work with Diamond Star Maricel Soriano in an upcoming movie.

“Very nice story. I am very excited. They are all very good actors and I’m so honored to be part of the movie. Most of my scenes are with Maricel Soriano,” she said.

“Three different stories all linked up together. It’s like about love, betrayal and forgiving, different kinds of love,” Heussaff added.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/10/06/11/solenn-supports-smoke-free-campaign

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