Proud Kapamilya 'Be Careful With My Heart' Wins Best Foreign Drama Series in Vietnam

Manila, Philippines -“Be Careful With My Heart” the longest-running daytime drama series in the Philippine Television  which ended last November, was awarded Best Foreign Drama Series at the Face of the Year Award 2014 of Today TV, one of the largest Vietnamese television networks that airs Filipino dramas. The winners were determined through public votes and results were announced on Monday (December 22).

ABS-CBN’s romantic comedy series, known in Vietnam as Trái Tim Bé B?ng, is a certified phenomenon that its lead stars Jodi Sta. Maria and Richard Yap, popularly known among viewers as sweethearts Maya and Ser Chief, earned the most number of votes from Vietnamese viewers among other international nominees. Jodi was hailed the Best Foreign Actress, while Richard was named Best Foreign Actor. Both Jodi and Richard graced the event to receive their awards.

Prior to its recognition in Vietnam, “Be Careful With My Heart” became a finalist in the Telenovelas category at the 2013 New York Festivals International Television and Film Awards.

Korina Sanchez's Controversial Typhoon Ruby Comment in TV Patrol

ABS-CBN Kapamilya News anchor Korina Sanchez found herself once again in a controversy this year following her comment on a recent TV Patrol broadcast where she suggest Typhoon Ruby will hit Japan instead of the Philippines.

In their end-credit discussion on the TV news, Ted Failon discussed on the possible route of the storm, during their conversation on preparations for Typhoon Ruby, Sanchez said that Filipinos can still pray to God to spare the Philippines by changing its course.

Here's how the conversation between Sanchez and co-anchor Noli de Castro went:

Korina: Kaya pa natin idasal yan para lumihis.

(We can still pray so that the typhoon will veer away)

Noli de Castro: Sana ay hati na lang tayo. Kalahati sa Pilipinas, kalahati sa Japan.

(Hopefully, only half the typhoon will hit us and the other half will hit Japan)

Korina: Puwede bang sa kanilang lahat?

(Is it possible for the entire typhoon to just hit Japan?)

Noli: Huwag naman.

(Hope not.)

Korina: Sa kanila na lang lahat. Parang mas kaya nila.

(Let Japan have it all. Looks like they're more capable)

JC Intal Marries Bianca Gonzales

The JC Intal - Bianca Gonzalez wedding is now a hot topic on social media sites. They held their wedding on Thursday, December 4, 2014, in Lagen Island, El Nido, Palawan, a week earlier of the announced date.

Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla Get Their Own Star in Eastwood Walk of Fame

This generation's most successful loveteam of Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla became the newest members of the elite list of artists who have their own star in the country's version of the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the Eastwood Walk of Fame. The grand event held in Eastwood City in Quezon City on Monday, December 1, 2014, featuring the original curator of the project, veteran TV host German Moreno.

"Sobrang saya and sobrang thankful ako. Parang dream come true ito sa lahat ng artista. I'm very happy. Nung nakita ko yung pangalan ko, parang fulfillment po yun," Kathryn said.

"Ang sarap ng pakiramdam. Ako mismo maglilinis nito. Thank you so much. Grabe 'yung feeling. 'Yung mga fans ko ang naglagay sa akin dito. Maraming, maraming salamat po sa lahat ng sumuporta sa akin. Dahil po sa inyo, nandito ako." Daniel said.

During the December unveiling of the Eastwood Walk of Fame, other celebrities who were given their own stars include Vice Ganda, Angel Aquino, Tom Rodriguez, Aiko Melendez, Sylvia Sanchez, Dante Rivero, Jaya, Liza Macuja, Cory Qurino, Jestoni Alarcon and Willie Revillame to name a few.

Aiko Melendez Plans Another Child with Jomari Yllana

"Give Love On Christmas Presents Gift Giver" star Aiko Melendez shares her plan to have another child with former husband Jomari Yllana.

Jomari is the father of Aiko's firstborn Andrei, 14.

Myrtle Sarrosa Seduces Married Professor

“Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4” Big Winner Myrtle Sarrosa (Dolly) stars in “Ipaglaban Mo” this Saturday (Nov 29) as a college student who fell in love with her married professor, whom she eventually accused of raping her.

Dolly was delighted when her crush Prof. Romy (Christian Vasquez) volunteered to tutor her after having received failing grades. Prof. Romy, meanwhile, remained sincere in his intention to help his student despite Dolly’s efforts to seduce him. However, Dolly had already presumed that the affection was mutual between them.

In respect to his family and profession, Prof. Romy immediately rejected Dolly’s affection. However, Dolly attempted to kill herself, but Prof. Romy was able to save her. The incident led to Dolly and Prof. Romy having sex due to Dolly’s aggressiveness.

Dolly’s family eventually found out what happened. To overcome embarrassment, they forced Dolly to sue her professor. Did the court take side on Prof. Romy and his claim that he did not rape Dolly because she only seduced him?

Don’t miss the Avel Sunpongco-directed “Love Ko Si Sir” episode of the hit legal drama anthology “Ipaglaban Mo” this Saturday (Nov 29) after “It’s Showtime” on ABS-CBN. For more updates follow the show’s social media accounts www.Twitter.com/IpaglabanMoCh2, www.Instagram.com/IpaglabanmoABSCBN, and www.Facebook.com/IpaglabanMoABSCBN.

Kris Aquino to Play Richard Yap's 'Seductress' in MMFF Film

Kris Aquino revealed that she will be appearing in two films for the 2014 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF).

Aside from the horror film "Feng Shui," which she will star along with Coco Martin, Aquino said she will also play the role of Richard Yap's wife in the film "The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin" along with Vice Ganda and her son Bimby.

"I'm your wife there," Kris said during an interview in 'Aquino & Abunda Tonight'. "I'm the mom of Bimb. We had an affair. Inakit ko siya. Inakit ko yung heneral! Nagtagumpay ako and I'm bad. Ang saya!"

Aquino and Yap have previously worked together in the music video of the actor's revival of Hall & Oates "Promise Ain't Enough."

"The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin" is the sequel of the 2011 movie "Praybeyt Benjamin," which tells a story of a gay personality who opted to go to military in replace of his ailing father. Later, he and his father's invention saved the world.

Kathryn Bernardo Releases Feel-Good Album Under Star Music

“Sweet, young and happy” is how Philippine showbiz’s Teen Queen Kathryn Bernardo describes her self-titled debut album to be initially released online by Star Music this Sunday (November 30) via Starmusic.ph. It will be available at all record bars nationwide beginning December 5 (Friday).

According to Kathryn, she ventures into music to widen her horizon as an artist.

“Acting will remain my comfort zone. But for now, I want to explore and learn many things like singing, dancing, and hosting. I also want to know how to play musical instruments,” she said.

The 18-year-old recording star admits that she is very hands-on in the production of her album filled with easy-listening, feel-good tracks.

“Since this is my first time in recording, I trusted Star Music with the song choices because they surely know better what fits my voice,” Kathryn explained. “But in terms of the album’s concept, layout, and total look, and even in the music video, I helped out to make it really personalized.”

When asked about her musical influences, the Teen Queen has a handful of favorites, including Juris, Michael Bublé, Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, and her idol Sarah Geronimo.

Featured in Kathryn’s debut album produced by Rox Santos, are three revivals, five original songs, and three bonus tracks.

She made a revival of Sharon Cuneta’s “Mr. DJ,” Cris Villongco’s “Crush ng Bayan,” and Heart Evangelista’s “Love Has Come My Way.”

Among the original tracks are “Na Sa ‘Yo Din Pala,” “Ikaw Na Nga Yata, “K Tnx Bye,” “Temporary Deja Vu,” and album’s carrier single “You Don’t Know Me” which was composed by singer-songwriter Marion Aunor.

All eight tracks have minus one versions in the album.

Meanwhile, Teen King Daniel Padilla is also part of Kathryn’s debut album. Part of the bonus tracklist are Teen Queen’s version of “Pagdating ng Panahon and the popular KathNiel duet performances of “Got to Believe In Magic” and “Pinas Smile” (ABS-CBN 2014 Summer Station ID).

Kathryn’s self-titled debut album will be available at all record bars nationwide for only P199. Digital tracks can also be downloaded via online music stores such as iTunes and Mymusicstore.com.ph.

For more information, visit Starmusic.ph or follow Star Music’s official social media accounts at Facebook.com/starrecordsphil, Twitter.com/starrecordsph and Instagram.com/Starmusicph.

VIDEO: Sarah Geronimo is the New Disney Princess

Philippines' very own Sarah Geronimo will add another jewel to her crowning glory as she was selected by Disney to interpret the theme song of its highly popular "Princess" franchise. The confirmation was revealed by the singer actress through a video which was uploaded on YouTube and dominated the social media sites especially Twitter.

The 26-year-old Pop Star Princess was featured in a teaser aired on Disney Channel as she announced that she recorded her own version of "The Glow," whose music video will premiere on December 6, 2014. This song was originally sung by Shannon Saunders, written to make Rapunzel as the 10th Princess, aired in 2011.

Amy Perez and Carlo Castillo Wedding Photos

Actress and TV Host Amy Perez finally walk the aisle and fulfilled her dream wedding with long-time boyfriend and live-in partner Carlo Castillo in a ceremony held at the Mango Farm in Antipolo, Rizal.

"The Journey Continues" themed wedding of Amy Perez and Carlo Castillo was held on Wednesday afternoon, November 12, 2014, according to the confirmation of Amy Perez on her social media account.

'Forevermore' Hits All-Time High Rating of 30.2%

Primetime TV’s newest darling, “Forevermore” celebrates its highest national TV rating since it premiered last October.

Based on data from Kantar Media last Tuesday (November 11), ABS-CBN’s romantic drama series starring Enrique Gil and Liza Soberno was also the most-watched TV program nationwide as it garnered a national TV rating of 30.2%. The show’s Twitter-trending “Forevermore Step Up” episode was 17 points higher than its rival program on GMA, “Hiram na Alaala,” which only scored 13.2%.

Meanwhile, now that they are forced to be physically close for their dance number for the Strawberia Festival, Agnes (Liza) and Xander (Enrique) found a way to get to know each other again. But will their newfound friendship last even after the competition? Will Xander’s experience in La Presa finally change his ways as a son and as a future heir of Hotel Grande?

Continue to feel the thrill of falling in love for the first time in “Forevermore” weeknights after “Hawak-Kamay” on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida. For more updates about “Forevermore,” visit Forevermore.abs-cbn.com and follow the show’s official social media accounts at Facebook.com/StarCreativesTV, Twitter.com/StarCreativesTV and Instagram.com/ StarCreativesTV.

Playful John Lloyd Cruz and Angelica Panganiban in 'Sin City'

Actress Angelica Panganiban gave her followers a glimpse of what is happening on their vacation in Las Vegas by posting a few playful photos with boyfriend John Lloyd Cruz on Instagram last Nov. 8, 2014.

In one photo, Angelica, with her face against the camera, is seen sitting on Lloydy's lap, while the latter gestures "shhh."

Photo Credit: Angelica Panganiban’s Instagram account

Meanwhile, in the second photo, John Lloyd is seated on Angelica's lap with his face covered by her. The actress feigns a shocked expression.

Photo Credit: ABS-CBN

Both of the photos were captioned with “Sin City.”

Angelica was last seen in the hilarious movie entitled, "Beauty In A Bottle" with actress-singer Angeline Quinto and Assunta De Rossi.

'The Voice of the Philippines' Season 2 Premiere Soars High in Ratings

Viewers across urban and rural areas in the country tuned in to the return of “The Voice of the Philippines” as they watched the first batch of new hopefuls sing to try to turn the chairs of coaches Apl de Ap, Sarah Geronimo, Bamboo, and Lea Salonga.

According to data from Kantar Media, the singing-reality show’s pilot episode last Sunday (October 26) recorded a national TV rating of 28.3%, or nine points higher than its rival program “Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho” (17.2%).

Posts about the artists and the coaches also flooded on social networking site Twitter, with the official hashtag #TheVoicePHisBack topping the list of the trending topics in the Philippines and worldwide.

So far, each coach has already enlisted one artist on their respective teams. Balladeer Tammy Pavino chose coach Lea, while police officer Jannet Cadayona officially got in the competition when coach Apl turned around for her. But what really brought the house down and had the coaches losing their minds were the performances of the season’s first four-chair turner and rocker Tanya Diaz, who picked coach Bamboo, and another four-chair turner and the ‘reggae tatay of Bacolod’ Kokoi Baldo, who joined Team Sarah.

Also stealing the scene was coach Bamboo look-alike Bryan Babor, who surprised the judges with his singing voice that sounded exactly like his idol’s. Even though he didn’t make it past the blind auditions, Bryan got his wish to have a duet with coach Bamboo.

Don’t miss the continuation of the blind auditions in the top-rating and Twitter-trending “The Voice of the Philippines” Season 2 next Sunday (Nov 2), 8:30 PM on ABS-CBN. For updates on the program, visit thevoice.abs-cbn.com, like www.facebook.com/thevoiceabscbn, or follow @thevoiceabscbn on Twitter and @abscbnthevoice on Instagram.