The Reunion - 'Bagets of the New Generation' is a Coming-of-Age Comedy Flick

Star Cinema pumps up the silverscreen with its ultimate ‘barkada’ movie event of the year titled “The Reunion,” which gathers four of the most promising actors of their generation–Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil, Kean Cipriano, and Xian Lim. “The Reunion is set to hit cinemas on August 15 (Wednesday).

Directed by Frasco Mortiz, “The Reunion” is a coming-of-age comedy flick that follows the adventures and misadventures of Lloyd (Enchong), Bogs (Enrique), Pat (Kean), and Joax (Xian) after their life in high school and now as they struggle to pursue their passion for music and their respective life goals.

“The movie will present the journey of a high school barkada who reunited after so many years to trace back their lives and search for the things that went wrong and the people that they’ve hurt in order to change their future,” said Direk Frasco.

Video: Star Cinema's The Reunion Full Trailer

Meanwhile, lead stars Xian and Enrique shared that the whole cast are so thrilled to finally watch their film which is said to be inspired by the hit songs of the legendary 90′s Pinoy rock band, Eraserheads.

“It’s like the ‘Bagets’ of the new generation, so expect a lot of comedy. It’s a tale of friends simply having fun,” said Enrique. Xian, on the other hand, further shared how excited they are to hear what their fans had to say about their film. He said, “I really hope that a lot of people will get entertained with our movie. It has a great cast and an equally great director.”

Related: The Reunion Two Movie Posters Unveiled

As they relive the fun of their high school years and trace back their mistakes, will Lloyd, Bogs, Pat, and Joax finally make things right and positively change their future?

A fun-filled story of friendship, love, and life, “The Reunion” also features some of today’s most in-demand young actresses including Jessy Mendiola, Megan Young, Bangs Garcia, and Julia Montes.

Completing the cast are Matt Evans, Tom Rodriguez, Joseph Marco, Ivan Dorschner, Brian Santos, Alodia Gosiengfiao, Kakai Bautista, Louise Abuel, and Gina Pareño.

“The Reunion” will be shown on cinemas nationwide on August 15, 2012. For more updates about “The Reunion,” simply visit www.StarCinema.com.ph, http://facebook.com/StarCinema, or http://twitter.com/StarCinema.

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Two New 'The Reunion' Movie Posters Unveiled!

Star Cinema has released two new posters for the upcoming movie The Reunion. After Trip  and Jologs, The Reunion will be this generations ultimate barkada movie.

The Reunion  follows the story of high school friends played by Enchong Dee, Xian Lim, Enrique Gil and Kean Cipriano who will get into a road trip after their reunion. On their journey, they will meet their past love and will try to make amends for their past mistakes.

Also starring Jessy Mendiola, Julia Montes, Megan Young, Matt Evans, Bangs Garcia, Janus Del Prado, Tom Rodriguez, Louise Abuel, Alodia Gosiengfiao and Ronnie Lazaro, with the special participation of Ms. Gina Pareño, The Reunion  premieres in theaters, August 15.

Watch The Reunion official full trailer here.

Check out the main cast The Reunion official movie poster below. For the first viral poster, click here.

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'The Reunion' Official Movie Poster Goes Viral

Star Cinema has just released the movie poster for the upcoming barkada movie The Reunion starring Enchong Dee, Xian Lim, Enrique Gil and Kean Cipriano.

The Reunion follows the journey of Lloyd (Enchong Dee), Bogs (Enrique Gil), Pat (Kean Cipriano), and Joax (Xian Lim), a group of high school friends who had a fair share of campus popularity until one big mistake changes their lives. 

Video: The Reunion Official Full Trailer

The four reunites to trace back where things gone wrong and going back the memory lane, they all reminisce the fun they had in their high school lives including first love and heartaches. The final question lies: "With all this. will they finally make things right?"

Also starring Jessy Mendiola, Julia Montes, Megan Young, Matt Evans, Bangs Garcia, Janus Del Prado, Tom Rodriguez, Louise Abuel, Alodia Gosiengfiao and Ronnie Lazaro, with the special participation of Ms. Gina Pareño, The Reunion  premieres in theaters, August 15.

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Jake Cuenca Learns His Lesson About Infidelity from TV Show Role

Actor Jake Cuenca is ecstatic about the continuing success of their Kapamilya Gold teleserye, “Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo,” which remains to be the no. 1 afternoon drama series in the country today.

Jake said that it feels good that their avid followers even share, through social networking sites, their sentiments about the show’s well-loved characters, striking lines, and memorable scenes.

“We are so flattered and thankful how viewers respond to our show,” said Jake. “I think people appreciate it for being realistic and because they can relate with the personal struggles of Paul (Jake), Sarah (Shaina Magdayao), Mia (Bangs Garcia) and their families.”

Jake further shared that he enjoys portraying the role of Paul, the husband who cheated on his wife for his ex-girlfriend.

“I learn a lot from Paul, especially from his mistakes,” he said. “Now that Paul is back in the Philippines, he will pay for all the pain he had caused Sarah and Mia. He will really suffer. And that is what viewers should watch out for.”

Don’t miss the country’s no.1 afternoon program, “Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo,” after “Angelito: Ang Bagong Yugto” in ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold. For more updates log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

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Star Cinema's The Reunion Full Trailer Released

The full trailer for Star Cinema's upcoming barkada movie, The Reunion starring Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil, Xian Lim and Kean Cipriano has been uploaded on YouTube. The said movie is about a group of high school friends looking for the true meaning of love and happiness. 

"Isa siyang barkada movie na ipapakita ang journey ng isang grupo na close friends noong high school, several years later magkikita sila ulit. Doon ipapakita ang journey nila sa paghahanap ng tunay na kaligayahan. May ginawa kasi silang kasalanan noong high school at feeling nila kaya di pa sila nakakapag-move on sa buhay nila ngayon dahil sa nangyari before," says director Frasco Mortiz.

The Reunion will also pay tribute to OPM, mostly songs from the '90s spectacular band, Eraserheads. The Reunion soundtrack album paying homage to Eraserheads has been a success after its May 9 release.

Also starring Jessy Mendiola, Julia Montes, Megan Young, Matt Evans, Bangs Garcia and Ms. Gina Pareño with the special participation of Alodia Gosiengfiao and Cristine Reyes, The Reunion will premiere in theaters this August 15.

Watch The Reunion full trailer here:

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Ron Morales Up For a Bigger Role in Shaina Magdayao's Life

Is the character of Shaina Magdayao in “Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo” moving on with another man?

Fans will be hooked even more with the newest twists and turns on the plot of ABS-CBN’s first ‘OFW-serye’ and today’s no.1 daytime TV program in the country, “Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo” as drastic changes happen to the characters of its lead stars Shaina Magdayao, Bangs Garcia, and Jake Cuenca.

 How will Paul (Jake) react if he discovers that her wife Sarah (Shaina) is living with his ex-suitor Roni (Ron Morales)? Will he still fight for their love and marriage or will he turn again to Mia’s (Bangs) side to mend his broken heart?

Don’t miss the country’s no.1 daytime program, “Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo,” everyday, after “Mundo Man ay Magunaw” in ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold. Visit the ABS-CBN Social Media Newsroom (SMN) at www.abscbnpr.com for the latest updates, photos, videos, interviews, and presscon podcasts. Follow @abscbnpr on Twitter and ‘like’ it on Facebook at http://facebook.com/abscbnpr.

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Bangs Garcia Figures in a Car Accident

Kapamilya actress Bangs Garcia met a vehicular accident along Elliptical Road in Quezon City afternoon of July 6. 

Bangs Garcia was riding her Toyota Grandia when it was hit by a Mafel Bus headed for Fairview. The collision caused a serious damage on the said van's windows but fortunately, Bangs was not hurt in the incident.

According to ABS-CBN news, the bus also hit an L300 van as it "swerved out of control." The accident caused a heavy traffic in the area but the authorities said that all vehicles have been removed already.

Bangs tweeted this afternoon how dismayed she was with bus drivers in the country.

“Car accident.i hate bus drivers here in d Philippines!Very arrogant,they think they're juz drivin a motorcycle!my window broken into pieces!”

She also was reminded of the the April 2011 accident which took the life of young actor AJ Perez.

“Im okay. Thank God. Naalala ko c aj perez eh kaya ambilis ng reflex ko.”

Before the accident, Bangs Garcia had met with the members of the press for her Cinemalaya 2012 entry Posas then proceed to ABS-CBN to fit her gown for the 20th anniversary presentation of Star Magic on ASAP this Sunday. 

Later this afternoon, she posted the photo below saying:

“Hit by a Bus earlier after i left Abs-Cbn for my fitting. Broken window, i was seated there! God saved me...”

 Photos courtesy of Bangs Garcia and Star Magic

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'Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo' Extended!

ABS-CBN's Kapamilya Gold program Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo is extended according to lead star Jake Cuenca. The afternoon series had recently beaten rival program in the nationwide ratings as more explosive scenes unfold.

In an interview with ABS-CBN news at the Gawad Urian Awards, Jake Cuenca said that the management has decided to extend the show due to public demand. Jake was nominated as Best Supporting Actor for In The Name of Love for which he bagged a Star Award.

Jake said that he is unaware on when the series will end as he expressed how happy he was for the good news.

"Sa totoo lang kahit ako hindi ko alam kung kailan matatapos. Ang pagkakasabi sa amin ay in-extend kami dahil gustong-gusto nila. So tuwang-tuwa kami doon kasi sobrang malapit sa puso namin ang proyektong ito. Kasi sa proyektong ito ay sobrang totoong istorya at 'yung binibigay mo sa character. Ang dami mong sinasakripisyo emotionally, draining siya."

Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo, dubbed as an OFW-serye tackles the life of overseas Filipino workers in Doha, Qatar. It also stars Shaina Magdayao and Bangs Garcia.

Jake Cuenca will also be busy with ABS-CBN's newest teleserye Kahit Puso'y Masugatan together with Andi Eigenmann, Iza Calzado and Gabby Concepcion.

Aside from these two projects, he will also reunite with Tayong Dalawa co-star Gerald Anderson in an indie film entitled El Brujo, a film by acclaimed director Tikoy Aguiluz.

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Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo Wins National TV Ratings

Teen star-turned-sexy actress Bangs Garcia has quickly become a household name among TV viewers, here and abroad, through ABS-CBN’s afternoon ‘OFW-serye’ “Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo” as her character Mia proudly fights for the married man that she truly loves.

Proof of the growing audience of the show is the data of Kantar Media where the episode last June 6 that featured the much-awaited confrontation among Mia, Sarah (Shaina Magdayao), and Paul (Jake Cuenca), garnered a national TV rating of 13.3%, beating its rival program in GMA, “Kasalanan Bang Ibigin Ka?” which only got 12.8%.

Contrary to what others expected, Bang’s character in the show gets more determined even after the heated altercation. Can Sarah die down the fighting spirit of Mia who is now more determined to win back Paul’s love?

Don’t miss the country’s first ever “OFW-serye,” “Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo,” after “Mundo Man ay Magunaw” in ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold. For more updates log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

Photos courtesy of Starmometer

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Sam Pinto Overtakes Angel Locsin as 2012 FHM Sexiest (3rd Update)

Kapuso model-actress Sam Pinto is now leading the FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World poll as of May 18, 2012. Sam, last year's no. 1 overtook Angel Locsin who is leading during the first and second update of the said poll.

Marian Rivera now climbs to no. 3 after a no. 5 finish last on week's update. Solenn Heusaff and Ellen Adarna also displace Jennylyn Mercado and Cristine Reyes to grab the 4th and 5th slot, making Jennylyn land on no. 6 place and Cristine on no. 8. Bela Padilla is at no. 7 this time, a place higher than last week's finish.

Meanwhile,  Anne Curtis now enters the top 10 replacing Toni Gonzaga.

Fans of Angel Locsin should work harder this time to regain the top spot and eventually be named as this year's FHM Sexiest Woman in the World. You have only until June 5 to vote. Here's how:

• Election period is from April 1 to June 5, 2012. All readers of FHM, here or abroad, can vote and join the promo. To participate and earn entries for the promo, users must vote in the FHM 100 Sexiest. To view the list of candidates, visit www.fhm.com.ph.

• There are 3 ways to vote:
• Fill out ballots (only original ballots will be accepted) printed in FHM and mail them to FHM 100 Sexiest Women 2012 poll, Summit Media Office, 7/F Robinsons Cybergate Tower 3, Robinsons Pioneer Complex Pioneer St., Mandaluyong City 1550.
• Register and log on to www.fhm.com.ph, where you can vote for ten (10) women per day.
• Vote via SMS by texting FHM VOTE <name of FHM candidate> to 2640

Method of voting	votes
Web	1
Ballot	10
SMS	5, 40, 100

• Votes will be tallied by FHM and results will be announced in a special 100 Sexiest Women in the World 2012 supplement bundled together with FHM's July 2012 issue.

• Overall winner of the FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World 2012 poll will be the woman who gets the most votes across all editions of FHM worldwide. The FHM Philippines' Sexiest winner is the woman who garners the most votes in the nationwide poll.

• FHM Philippines reserves the right to block/prohibit/exclude votes entered though unscrupulous means such as electronic manipulation. Votes cast through these means will not be honored in the official tally.

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Angel Locsin Maintains Top Post in FHM 100 Sexiest 2012 Update

Angel Locsin is still leading in the FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World as of FHM's 2nd update, May 11. The award-winning actress maintains being on top of the list, beating last year's sexiest Sam Pinto who is now  in 2nd place.

Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian Rivera went 2 notches down (from no. 3 to no. 5). Another Kapuso actress, Jennylyn Mercado snatched her position at no. 3 while hot Kapamilya star Cristine Reyes jumped from no. 7 to no. 4, bringing Ellen Adarna, Sollen Heusaff, Bela Padilla and Bangs Garcia to the 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th place respectively. Another Kapamilya, Toni Gonzaga entered the Top 10, replacing Jackie Rice at the 10th place.

See the first update's tally here.

If you want your favorite celebrity to get ahead and be the eventual FHM Sexiest Women in the World for 2012, you can still vote until June 5. Here's how.

• Election period is from April 1 to June 5, 2012. All readers of FHM, here or abroad, can vote and join the promo. To participate and earn entries for the promo, users must vote in the FHM 100 Sexiest. To view the list of candidates, visit www.fhm.com.ph.

• There are 3 ways to vote:
• Fill out ballots (only original ballots will be accepted) printed in FHM and mail them to FHM 100 Sexiest Women 2012 poll, Summit Media Office, 7/F RobinsonsCybergate Tower 3, Robinsons Pioneer Complex Pioneer St., Mandaluyong City1550.
• Register and log on to www.fhm.com.ph, where you can vote for ten (10) women per day.
• Vote via SMS by texting FHM VOTE <name of FHM candidate> to 2640

Method of voting	votes
Web	1
Ballot	10
SMS	5, 40, 100

• Votes will be tallied by FHM and results will be announced in a special 100 Sexiest Women in the World 2012 supplement bundled together with FHM's July 2012 issue.

• Overall winner of the FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World 2012 poll will be the womanwho gets the most votes across all editions of FHM worldwide. The FHM Philippines' Sexiest winner is the woman who garners the most votes in the nationwide poll.

• FHM Philippines reserves the right to block/prohibit/exclude votes entered though unscrupulous means such as electronic manipulation. Votes cast through these means will not be honored in the official tally.

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Angel Locsin Leads FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World 2012 Update

Kapamilya actress Angel Locsin leads the FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World as of May 4 voting tally update. Angel Locsin, a 2-time FHM's Sexiest surpassed last year's No. 1, Sam Pinto who is now in 2nd place.

Completing the list of the top 10 as of the May 4 update are Marian Rivera (3), Jennylyn Mercado (4), Ellen Adarna (5), Solenn Heusaff (6), Cristine Reyes (7), Bela Padilla (8), Bangs Garcia (9) and Jackie Rice (10).

If you want your favorite celebrity to get ahead and be the eventual FHM Sexiest Women in the World for 2012, you can still vote until June 5. Here's how.

• Election period is from April 1 to June 5, 2012. All readers of FHM, here or abroad, can vote and join the promo. To participate and earn entries for the promo, users must vote in the FHM 100 Sexiest. To view the list of candidates, visit www.fhm.com.ph.

• There are 3 ways to vote:
• Fill out ballots (only original ballots will be accepted) printed in FHM and mail them to FHM 100 Sexiest Women 2012 poll, Summit Media Office, 7/F Robinsons Cybergate Tower 3, Robinsons Pioneer Complex Pioneer St., Mandaluyong City 1550.
• Register and log on to www.fhm.com.ph, where you can vote for ten (10) women per day.
• Vote via SMS by texting FHM VOTE <name of FHM candidate> to 2640

Method of voting	votes
Web	1
Ballot	10
SMS	5, 40, 100

• Votes will be tallied by FHM and results will be announced in a special 100 Sexiest Women in the World 2012 supplement bundled together with FHM's July 2012 issue.

• Overall winner of the FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World 2012 poll will be the woman who gets the most votes across all editions of FHM worldwide. The FHM Philippines' Sexiest winner is the woman who garners the most votes in the nationwide poll.

• FHM Philippines reserves the right to block/prohibit/exclude votes entered though unscrupulous means such as electronic manipulation. Votes cast through these means will not be honored in the official tally.

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The Plot Thickens in 'Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo'

ABS-CBN's first-ever OFW-serye, Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo captured the hearts of Filipinos worldwide especially those working in various parts of the Middle East including the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Doha, Qatar as they got to witness the first few episode of the said teleserye.

Lead stars Jake Cuenca, Bangs Garcia, and Shaina Magdayao, together with the series’ co-director, Lino Cayetano, personally joined the Filipinos in the Middle East who witnessed the first few episodes Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo.

After the screening, a mix of emotions from the audience members filled the venues; most of them cried and missed their loved ones because of the realistic portrayal of the life of OFWs in the Middle East.

Meanwhile, the plot thickens in Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo as Paul (Jake) and Sarah (Shaina) start their married life. Now that they have decided to live with Paul’s family, the strength of love will be put to test with the meddling of Remedios (Gloria Diaz) in their relationship. Unlike other wives who remain meek despite the harshness of their mothers-in-law, Sarah knew how to protect herself. With her wife and her mother’s clash, whose side will Paul be on?

Don’t miss the country's first ever "OFW-serye," Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo, after Mundo Man ay Magunaw in ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold. For more updates log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

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Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo Doha Premiere Moves OFWs to Tears

As soon as the lights went out and the scenes of `Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo’ played, tears immediately flooded the Sheraton Doha Resort and Convention Hotel, venue of The Filipino Channel’s (TFC) premiere of the first ever teleserye shot in the Middle East.

Shaina Magdayao, Jake Cuenca and Bangs Garcia

Filipinos from Doha and nearby cities witnessed the first few episodes of the series co-directed by Lino Cayetano. Personally there to share the preview were lead stars Jake Cuenca, Bangs Garcia and Shaina Magadayao plus Executive Producer Jennifer Soliman who all felt honored to be portraying our kababayans considered modern heroes of our time.

Regional Marketing Manager for ABS-CBN Middle East Maribel Hernaez muses that it was truly a sight to behold as even the male audience had no shame in shedding tears as scene after scene unfolded.

The teleserye deeply touched the hearts of Filipinos in the Middle East because it spoke of the greatest sacrifice Pinoys experience to be able to work and fend for their families – physical distance, something which Jake and Shaina experienced similarly with their television parents Christopher de Leon and Philip Salvador. More than the distance, the teleserye also speaks of the complicated love that ensued between the lead stars, a reality that some of our overseas Filipino kababayans face.

Direk Lino Cayetano and producer Jennifer Soliman

The advance screenings of Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo received an equally warm reception in other parts of the Middle East like the UAE, Kuwait and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia last April 13, 2012. In Kuwait, it was attended by POLO and OWWA officials while in Saudi Arabia, no less than Hon. Ambassador Ezzedin H. Tago (who was coincidentally celebrating his birthday); Hon. Albert Q. Valenciano, Labor Attaché – POLO/OWWA and his better half Madam Didit Valenciano; Engr. Fouad Taher, TFC Middle East Managing Partner witnessed how the Filipinos were deeply moved by the scenes and the lines from the drama series.

Meanwhile, these advance screenings were made possible by Xpress Money and Megaworld Corporation.

Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo airs via cable and satellite in the Middle East, Mondays to Fridays 1 p.m. Saudi Time and via the same platforms in North America, Europe, Australia, Japan and Asia-Pacific. In addition, Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo also airs video-on-demand in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Australia and Japan. For interested parties, contact your nearest dealer or visit www.abs-cbnglobal.com.

Text and photo by ABS-CBN via Starmometer

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Angel Locsin and Anne Curtis Tied as Best Actress in 2012 PASADO Awards

Angel Locsin and Anne Curtis are tied as Best Actress (PINAKAPASADOng Aktres) in the 2012 PASADO Awards organized by the Pampelikulang Samahan ng mga Dalubguro (PASADO). 

The two Kapamilya stars received accolades for their performances in their respective movies, In The Name of Love for Angel and No Other Woman for Anne.

Aga Muhlach and Laguna Governor ER Ejercito are also tied as Best Actor (PINAKAPASADOng Aktor).

Meanwhile, Bangs Garcia won as the Best Supporting Aktres (PINAKAPASADOng Katuwang na Aktres) for her portrayal in the movie Segunda Mano as Kris Aquino's bestfriend. Paulo Avelino clinches the Best Supporting Actor Award (PINAKAPASADOng Katuwang na Aktor) for the movie Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa, which also garnered the Best Picture award (PINAKAPASADOng Pelikula) together with  Asiong Salonga and  In The Name of Love.

Here is the complete list of winners for the 2012 PASADO Awards:

PINAKAPASADOng Pelikula:
In The Name of Love (Star Cinema)
Asiong Salonga: Manila King Pin (Scenema Concepts)
Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa (FDL  Entertainment)

PINAKAPASADOng Direktor:
Olivia M. Lamasan (In the Name of Love)
Alvin Yapan (Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa)

PINAKAPASADOng Aktor:
Aga Muhlach (In the Name of Love)
ER Ejercito  (Asiong Salonga: Manila King Pin)

PINAKAPASADOng Aktres:
Angel Locsin (In the Name of Love)
Anne Curtis (No Other Woman)

PINAKAPASADOng Katuwang na Aktor:
Paulo Avelino (Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa)

PINAKAPASADOng Katuwang na Aktres:
Bangs Garcia (Segunda Mano)

PINAKAPASADOng Istorya:
Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa (Alvin Yapan)
In the Name of Love (Enrico Santos  at  Olivia M. Lamasan)

PINAKAPASADOng Editing:
In the Name of Love (Marya Ignacio)

PINAKA PASADOng Sinematograpiya:
Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa (Arvin Viola)

PINAKAPASADOng Dulang Pampelikula :
No Other Woman (Kriz G. Gazmen at Ricardo Fernando III)

PINAKAPASADOng Disenyong Pamproduksyon:
Asiong Salonga: Manila King Pin (Fritz Silonio)

PINAKAPASADOng Paglalapat ng Tunog: 
Asiong Salonga: Manila King Pin (Albert Michael Idioma)

PINAKAPASADOng Musika:
Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa (Victor Robinson III)


Special Citations:

PINAKAPASADOng  Natatanging Guro
Roy Iglesias

PINAKAPASADOng  Dangal ng Kabataan
Kim Chiu and Enrique Gil

PINAKAPASADOng Simbulo ng Kagandahang Asal
Xyriel Manabat

Gawad PASADO sa Serbisyo Publiko
Sen. Bong Revilla and Gov. Vilma Santos-Recto

Gawad PASADO sa Kamalayang Panlipunan
Kim Atienza and Richard Guttierez

PINAKAPASADOng Pelikula sa Paggamit ng Wika
Thelma (Direk Paul Soriano)

Dangal PASADO Lifetime Achievement Award
Eddie Garcia

The awarding ceremony will be held on April 28, 2012 at Angelicum College in Quezon City.

PASADO is a non-profit organization of teachers from different colleges and universities in the country which aims to review quality films for use in teaching disciplines like Social Studies, Arts and Humanities.

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Angel Locsin Wins PASADO 2012 Best Actress

Angel Locsin's excellent performance in the movie In The Name of Love won for her another Best Actress award from the PASADO Awards 2012 organized by the Pampelikulang Samahan ng mga Dalubguro (PASADO).

Angel is set to receive her 2nd Best Actress award for the said movie (her first was in the 2012 Star Awards for Movies) this April 28 as the PinakaPASADONG Aktres 2011. 

Angel's co-star in In the Name of Love, Aga Muhlach will be receiving his 3rd Best Actor award for the movie after his win in ENPRESS and Star Awards for Movies 2012. The movie also won Best Picture (PinakaPASADONG Pelikula 2011) and other major awards, making it the big winner in the said award-giving body.

Here are some of the winners of the PASADO Awards 2012:


PinakaPASADONG Aktres
Angel Locsin  (In the Name of Love)

PinakaPASADONG Aktor
Aga Muhlach  (In the Name of Love)


PinakaPASADONG Pelikula
In the Name of Love (Star Cinema)

PinakaPASADONG Direktor
Olivia Lamasan (In the Name of Love)


PinakaPASADONG Istorya
Olivia lamasan and Enrico Santos (In the Name of Love) and Kris Gazmen and Jay Fernando (No Other Woman)


PinakaPASADONG Editor
Marya Ignacio (In the Name of Love)


PinakaPASADONG Katuwang na Aktres
Bangs Garcia (Segunda Mano)


PinakaPASADONG Dangal ng Kabataan
Kim Chiu and Enrique Gil

PinakaPASADONG Simbulo ng Kagandahang Asal
Xyriel Manabat

Gawad PASADO sa Kamalayang Panlipunan
Kim Atienza

Gawad PASADO sa Paggamit ng Wika
Direk Paul Soriano

The complete list of  winners will be revealed on April 28, 2012 at a ceremony to be held at Angelicum College in Quezon City.

PASADO is a non-profit organization of teachers from different colleges and universities in the country which aims to review quality films for use in teaching disciplines like Social Studies, Arts and Humanities.


Report courtesy of Nel Alejandrino of Journal Online

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Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo 'The Making' (Video)

ABS-CBN, in celebration of Kapamilya Gold's 1st anniversary, brings you Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo, a drama about 3 people set in the Middles East.

Starring Shaina Magdayao, Bangs Garcia and Jake Cuenca, Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo  is directed by Manny Q. Palo and Lino Cayetano. Premieres on April 16.

Watch Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo (The Making) video here (courtesy of ejsalut).

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Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo Premieres April 16 on Kapamilya Gold

ABS-CBN’s newest Kapamilya Gold series is set touch the hearts of Filipinos all over the world as it premieres this April 16 (Monday).

Topbilled by Jake Cuenca, Bangs Garcia and Shaina Magdayo, “Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo” features the story of a dream and an ambition that will test the strength, love for family and the relationship of Paul (Jake) and Sarah (Shaina) as Mia (Bangs) tries to tear them apart.

Completing the star-studded cast are Gloria Diaz, Sandy Andolong, Maria Isabel Lopez, Ronnie Lazaro, Dick Ysrael, Nikki Valdez, Jojit Lorenzo, Ron Morales and David Chua; with the special participation of Christopher de Leon and Philip Salvador; and young stars Paul Salas and Mariel Pamintuan. The newest afternoon drama series is directed by Manny Palo and Lino Cayetano.

Don’t miss the premiere of the newest addition to ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold roster, “Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo” on April 16 after “Mundo Man ay Magunaw.” For more updates, log on to  www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

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'Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo' by Angeline Quinto Official Music Video

Angeline Quinto renders a beautiful rendition of the hit OPM Classic Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo for the OFserye, Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo. Starring Jake Cuenca, Shaina Magdayao and Bangs Garcia, the said series will premiere soon on ABS-CBN Kapamilya Gold.

Watch Angeline Quinto's Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo official music video here (courtesy of Eric John Salut):

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'Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo' to Hold Red Carpet Premiere in Doha, Qatar

On April 16, ABS-CBN Corporation and TFC are unveiling yet another milestone teleserye – Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo (If You Will Leave Me) via Channel 2 and TFC worldwide.  The very first overseas Filipino-serye or OFserye, Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo tells the story of two individuals who traversed miles to be with each other and was mainly shot in Doha where the OFserye was set.  

Doha in Qatar is in the Middle East, home to the third largest group of Filipinos outside the Philippines.  Interestingly, while several movies have been made to tell the story of overseas Filipinos in the region like Dubai, a Star Cinema movie released in 2005, this is the first time that a teleserye has been shot in Dubai, UAE and in Doha, Qatar.  

The OFserye tells of two children (Jake and Shaina) of two best friends, played by Christopher de Leon and Phillip Salvador, both overseas Filipinos who served as inspiration to their kids’ chosen path. 

When Phillip Salvador saves Christopher from imminent death, the latter feels responsible for the welfare of Phillip’s family until he himself dies. Fate seems to always be bringing Jake and Shaina together as they fall for each other, and then torn apart with the presence of another girl played by Bangs Garcia.

On April 12 at 9 p.m., TFC Middle East, the international arm of ABS-CBN Corporation in the Middle East will unveil the first OF-serye in Al Majlis Hall, Sheraton Doha Resort and Convention Hotel.

The red carpet premiere will be graced by the lead stars Shaina Magdayo, Jake Cuenca and Bangs Garcia. Tickets are priced at QR 100 for VIP and QR 50 for regular seats.  In the premiere, attendees will preview the making of the teleserye and the preview of the first few episodes which will cover the first week of the airing.

Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo will air in the Philippines via Channel 2 beginning April 16 as well as internationally via TFC especially in the Middle East daily for about three months.

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