ABS-CBN and TFC Studios share stories from the diaspora, kick off original series, “Hinahanap-hanap Kita”

New narrative series to be shown on TFC globally and iWant in the Philippines

This October, millions of viewers of ABS-CBN’s global content platform TFC and Philippine streaming service iWant will catch an original series that allows them a realistic, inside look into the lives of Filipinos living in Dubai, UAE.

Enter ABS-CBN through TFC Studios’ maiden digital original series, “Hinahanap-hanap Kita” (Searching For You) which will be made available globally on TFC, TFC Online, TFC IPTV and in the Philippines on iWant –- simultaneously in real time – once the entire series is offered on October 5, Manila time.

The series stars Maja Salvador, Geoff Eigenmann, Pepe Herrera, Pamu Pamorada, Hannah Ledesma and Prince Stefan.

Cousin Gabby hints of a sexier Geoff Eigenmann

Fans should watch out for Goeff Eigenmann's hunkier body very soon!  This is what the actor's cousin, Gabby Eigenmann, hinted when he was interviewed by GMANetwork.com on the set of the GMA primetime series "Mundo Mo'y Akin."

Gabby revealed that Geoff has been hitting the gym since the first time he took him there.  The actor said his cousin is really determined to get back in shape and return to acting soon.  It can be recalled that several months ago, there were reports that GMA Network slapped Geoff with a so-called “fat memo” because he had become too stocky for television. Neither Geoff nor GMA confirmed the existence of such memo, however.

So, should viewers expect to see Geoff with a six-pack abs in a couple of months? "Hindi naman, siguro mga four-pack abs lang," Gabby quipped.

Meanwhile, "Mundo Mo'y Akin" is airing its finale episode tomorrow and Gabby is having mixed emotions about it.  Although he feels sad the show has come to an end, he is fulfilled that it ended well and that it was a huge success.  "Mundo Mo'y Akin" was extended twice because of its high ratings performance.

Forever pilots with high TV ratings

The much awaited premiere of GMA Network’s latest drama series FOREVER topbilled by Heart Evangelista, Geoff Eigenmann and Ms Gloria Romero debuted with high TV ratings on its pilot episode yesterday, January 21.

According to the more widely recognized TV ratings data supplier Nielsen TV Audience Measurement (based on overnight data), Forever posted a Mega Manila household rating of 15.3 percent against its counterpart program Aryana which garnered 14.8 percent. 

Forever, which is another original creation of the GMA Entertainment TV Group, is directed by Ricky Davao. It is an original concept by Jun Lana with Headwriter Kit Villanueva- Langit.

Heart, who plays the role of Young Adora, is very excited with her new show in the Kapuso Station and feels overwhelmed with the great reviews and comments she has been receiving from fans and viewers. “I’m very thrilled with my new show and I really liked the concept. I didn’t expect na trailer pa lang ganun na kaganda.”

Heart Evangelista, Geoff Eigenmann, and Ms. Gloria Romero banner GMA's afternoon drama FOREVER‏

GMA Network rings in the New Year with the launch of its first afternoon prime drama for 2013 - FOREVER, which features riveting performances from some of the biggest Kapuso stars today. It will air beginning January 21 after Eat Bulaga. 

Forever promises to steal the viewers' hearts as it follows a captivating storyline that explores the enduring power of love between two individuals who will let fate determine if they are meant to be together despite time, distance, and the obstacles that conspire to keep them apart.

This original offering features the dramatic talents of prime Kapuso leading man Geoff Eigenmann as Ramon/Patrick, multi-award winning actress Heart Evangelista as Adora and the original Queen of Philippine Movies Ms Gloria Romero as Adora.

Press launch of GMA's "Forever" available via livestream tonight

GMA Network will be launching "Forever," its latest afternoon drama offering, tonight, January 8, at 7:00pm.  The series stars Heart Evangelista, Geoff Eigenmann and Ms. Gloria Romero. 

Apart from members of the entertainment press, netizens will also be able to witness the said event via live streaming on GMA Network's official web portal, GMANetwork.com.

To watch the livestreaming, visit http://www.gmanetwork.com/livestreaming at 7:00pm tonight. 

Michael de Mesa gives ‘pointers’ to sons Goeff, Ryan

For the first time, veteran actor Michael de Mesa and son Geoff Eigenmann are going to work together in a television series.  Their upcoming project, entitled Kasalanan Ba Ang Ibigin Ka?, will air weekday afternoons beginning June 4 on GMA-7. 

During the story conference held early this week at the GMA Network Center, de Mesa was asked by reporters from which parent did Geoff get his acting skills: from him or from ex-wife Gina Alajar. 

“Siyempre sa akin,” he quips.  “Joke lang. Pareho naman.” 

Michael de Mesa has been in the industry for close to two decades now, starting his showbiz career at the age of 15.  Sure, he has gained not just popularity but also respect from everyone in the industry because of his professionalism.  Does he share his “trade secret” to his sons who are following in his footsteps? 

“Yes. Tuwing napapanood ko siya tapos ‘pag nagkikita at nagkakausap kami binibigyan ko naman siya ng pointers.”