TV5 Upgrading Reach Across The Philippines

In cooperation with Mediaquest, TV5 continues to expand its reach to serve viewers in more areas of the country.

Coverage has been improved in the provinces of Cebu, Negros Occidental and Guimaras in the Visayas as well as in the cities of Davao, Cagayan de Oro, and General Santos in Mindanao.

This follows earlier efforts to expand TV5’s reach in various areas, including Quezon City; Laoag, Ilocos Norte; Capas, Tarlac; Naga, Camarines Sur, Puerto Princesa, Palawan, and parts of Batangas Province.  

This June, TV5 has fired up new transmission towers to serve the areas of Kalibo, Aklan; San Jose, Mindoro; and Tuguegarao, Cagayan.  

TV5 then intends to bolster these efforts in the month of July by strengthening its reach in Olongapo, Zambales; the Southern Tagalog provinces of Laguna, Cavite and Batangas, as well as Baguio, and Mountain Province. 

Sing Galing Goes Back-to-Back Grand Finales at The Metropolitan Theater

The Original Videoke Kantawanan ng Bansa Sing Galing  makes history and will make a mark on national TV with  Back-to-Back Grand Finales happening at the iconic Metropolitan Theater in Manila. This March, they will stage two grand finale at the newly revived gem of Manila which is now renovated  and ready to stage big events. Happening this March 5 is the Sing-lebrity edition, and the  Kantastic Finale will be held on March 12 and both starts at 6PM.

A treat for the Ka-awitbahays who have watched and supported the contestants in their journey, a grand finale at a historical venue also a great sign as restrictions ease and live events can now be possible. The finale episodes will also have invited audiences that adhere to the health and safety protocols also diligently observed by the show.

TV5 Brings Local Version of the Gameshows 'The Wall' and '1000 Heartbeats'

Finally we are getting new gameshows on local TV with the announcement of the newest shows by the Kapatid network. This March, they will premiere shows franchised from the Us and the UK, and these are  The Wall Philippines and 1000 Heartbeats - Pintig Pinoy.

Produced by Viva Entertainment, these shows brings excitement with the unique concept of the programs. As TV5 is now pushing for more shows that will spice up their program line up that will attract more viewers and also fans of the game shows.

Eula Plays "Maid for Korean Boys" on the New Wattpad Presents

June is just next week and the summer kilig is not yet over with the latest WATTPAD PRESENTS on TV5 featuring Eula Caballero, Carl Guevarra and Steven Silva, Maid For Korean Boys.

Based on the online novel written by MYVIRGO17, now with over 1.7 M Wattpad reads, WATTPAD PRESENTS "Maid for Korean Boys" follows the story of Ellaine (Eula), escaping an arranged marriage with her father's business partner son, ran away with her nanny and turned  into a maid to the new family that she is now staying with a new identity and a whole new life. 

Papa Jack Brings Love Advice On TV With “CALL ME PAPA JACK”

Papa Jack of Love Radio 90.7 is one of the most notable names in radio today. He is known to be the one who popularized on air love advice in the new millennium which many radio stations followed and has become a staple of prime-time radio.

His popularity led him to a lot of opportunities such as endorsements, gigs, and most of all fans who love to listen to his radio show True Love Conversations on Air on Love Radio 90.7 every 9PM. Now he starts 2015 with another mileage in his career with a TV show that follows the love advice format just like his radio show. 

Jasmine Curtis Smith Watches "Jasmine" The Series Pilot With Her Fans

Jasmine has been very busy promoting her new series for TV5 titled "Jasmine" which is also a partnership with Ace Saatchi & Saatchi and Unitel.

This mystery drama known to be a unique series featuring the real life situations of stars and their stalkers, the dark and dirty politics behind showbiz, an the involvement of many people when one falls out of place. With rivalry and jealousy with fellow artists becomes ugly and puts her into awkward and sad situations, a masked stalker emerges  with the name "Maskara" with passion to do everything in his power to get to his admired celebrity.

Mystery, Drama, and Stalkers WIth TV5's New Series 'Jasmine'

It's been a while since we had a mystery-drama serye in TV, and Ace Saatchi and Saatchi, Unitel and TV5 have come up with a breakthrough series starring Jasmine Curtis Smith as... uhm..."Jasmine". But don't belittle the simplicity of the title because it brings a great cast of unique characters, an interesting story, and an approach that is similar to american series which can uplift Pinoy TV series. 

TV5 Brings The Crown and Gloves Together with BEKI BOXER

TV5 has showcased interesting new shows lately and it still on a roll with innovative new plots for Philippine television. Now it will end March with a blow as it premieres its newest primetime series Beki Boxer this March 31. 

The new series will be the biggest break for Kapatid actor Alwyn Uytingco, as he does action-packed boxing and with witty gay comedy in this show. Alwyn has done gay roles in the past and has went into training to get himself in shape for the role. There is an interesting mix of boxers and bekis  in the show which will either be entertainingly funny or 'nakakalerkey' crazy. 

It would be interesting if there will be cameos or they will feature world class pinoy boxers and/or gay athletes also which is also timely as recently there are news about boxers or other athletes who came out.

The combination of Pinoy's love for the sport of Boxing and the Gay comedy which is loved by the public shows its potential to be a hit to the viewers. The series is directed by Jade Castro who directed Zombadings Part 1: Patayin Sa Shyokot Si Remmington.

Netizens Choice Award: The Best Station for MTL is...

As promised, I will make my decision for the NETIZEN'S CHOICE AWARDS for the best TV station!

The "Netizens Choice Awards" complete list of nominees are posted in the top entertainment websites www.starmometer.com, www.showbiznest.com and www.lionheartv.net.  

TV is one of the most influential media even up to today in the digital age as it covers audience share from the population. TV has shapped the culture of the Filipino people with the rise of superstars, variety shows, telenovelas and even quiz shows.

For the Netizen's Choice Award, Manual to Lyf looks for the network that defines innovation and creativity in shows, news and public affairs and even in public service. And for Manual to Lyf, we choose the Kapatid Network TV5.

The luck Marvin Agustin brings in ‘Wil Time Bigtime’

In Marvin Agustin’s two-day hosting stint at Wil Time Bigtime, the actor-entrepreneur-restaurateur proved to be a contestant’s lucky charm.

For two days straight, Marvin seems to bring luck to the contestants. Aling Virginia won the Baliktaran segment during Marvin’s first day, but the biggest winner was Mavic who took home the Mega Jackpot (P1Million, brand new car and a house and lot) during his second day.

"Pinaginipan daw niya at idinasal na color blue ang piliin niya. Pumunta pa siya sa simbahan and God gave her the sign the "will" at color blue ang piliin,” shares Marvin. “Truly, she got her prayers answered.”

Marvin remains thankful to Willie Revillame for choosing him to host the show for three consecutive days.

Tonight is his last night to host the show as Willie is set to return tomorrow night on the show.

"Sobra akong nag-enjoy sa pay-ho-host ng Witime Bigtime,” concludes Marvin. “Nakakapagpasaya ka na, nakakatulong ka pa. Salamat Kuya Wil."

JUAN MINUTE : Marvin Agustin and Artista Academy

From actor, chef, restaurateur, concert producer and all-around, Marvin Agustin takes the lead as host/advisor of TV5’s Artista Academy

Coming in full circle, the cute teen heartthrob from ABS-CBN’s “Star Circle” had become a multi-awarded Actor, TV Host, restaurateur, chef, concert producer, all-around businessman and now a host advisor.  From ABS-CBN to GMA-7 now on the Kapatid Network, Marvin Agustin pushes the envelope further as he takes the big leap of sharing his accomplishments as an actor-chef-restaurateur now as the lead host of TV5’s Artista Academy.

Best to show a timeless star that continues to gain respect in showbiz, Marvin will host the biggest and most anticipated Kapatid Network’s Artista Academy talent search. “TV5 through Perci Intalan and Wilma Galvante offered me to do Artista Academy”, says Marvin during an interview with The Philippine Daily Inquirer. He felt that it was the perfect reality show for him after the steadfast lead among his contemporaries in showbiz who have come and gone.

Nandito Ako With David Archuleta This Monday!

For the first time in Philippine TV, an American Idol star becomes part of a mini-serye that will be aired on TV5. NANDITO AKO starring David Archuletta, Jaime Curtis Smith, and  Eula Caballero. 


This project made the achuleta fans excited and also made world wide trends on twitter lately.


Also showing on primetime is the second week of Valiente starring Oyo Boy Sotto and JC De Vera. And  for NEWS5 the start of PILIPINAS NEWS with Paolo Bediones, Jove Francisco and Cherry Mercado.


And as a teaser for the series watch Ate Vangie, the pinoy virtual assistant in teaching David Archuleta about Pinoy 101 after the jump!

QUICK BLOGS: 'Sarah G. Day' Trending Worldwide The Whole Day!

Its amazing to see Pinoy trending in twitter worldwide. And the biggest surprize of the day is when 'Sarah G. Day' trended for hours now and almost a day. Sarah Geronimo will have a new show Sarah G. Live to come after Gandang Gabi Vice now on its second season (supposed to be on a season break but  I was also surpized). And with this worldwide trend, other nationalities do ask "Who is Sarah G?" and with many similar names they alsojoine in the twitter world discussion. Also trending as of this moment is #GGVfinale, and the guests like Kim Chui, Iza Calzado, and The Champions and even Poging Gabi Vice.  Other stations did also trended today like David Archuleta (TV5) and PPHDJuliElmo JulieAnneTweenHearts (GMA7) but the Sarah G. Day has broken records in staying on worldwide twitter trend for the longest period. As of this writing, it still trends and may stay at the top.