Getting to know Sean de Guzman, Lead Actor in ‘Anak Ng Macho Dancer’

Who is he? That is the question on the lips of people this side of Tinsel Town after it was announced that a relative newcomer, Sean De Guzman bagged the lead role in Joel Lamangan’s “Anak ng Macho Dancer.” 

The film, produced by Godfather Productions is written by Henry King Quitain, a top notch screenplay writer for ABS-CBN drama series. A special screening is being planned this December and an actual movie play date might commence next year. 

The 20-year old member of the boyband Clique V does not hide his excitement with regard to getting the plum role: “Until now I cannot believe what is happening. You know, all I do now are baby steps, dahan-dahan lang. Careful as I inch my way to this new career of becoming an actor. All the surprises I get because of this break, I embrace and welcome. Ang daming natutunan. Ang sarap sa pakiramdam.” 

David-Shaira Loveteam Goes To Big Screen With "Because I Love You"

Rising new love team David Licauco and Shaira Diaz got lucky with a string of new projects as they started with TV shows and now will be the lead stars in ALV Films first romantic comedy movie "Because I Love You." As they also gain fans everyday because of their chemistry, the pair seems to do well in their career paths.

Because I Love You tells the story of two people from two different worlds, one is a rich boy while one is a poor yet striving fire girl off to chase her dreams. As both of them find themselves in a "hot" situation, they also find love despite the lovers who are also on their backs.

Binondo A Tsinoy Musical Set To Open June 20

SYNERGY 88, Rebecca Chuaunsu Film Production (RCFP) and Fullhouse Asia Production Studios, Inc. proudly presents BINONDO, A TSINOY MUSICAL directed by Joel Lamangan and written by Ricky Lee with Gershom Chua and Eljay Deldoc.

BINONDO, A Tsinoy Musical’ tells the story of how LILY, a Filipina night club singer in pre-Martial Law Manila, and AH TIONG, a mainland Chinese scholar returning to Cultural Revolution-era Beijing, embark on a journey of great love and heartbreak that begins one fated, moon-lit night during the Mid-Autumn Festival of 1971 in the heart of Manila’s Chinatown.

REEL DEAL: This Time I'll Be Sweeter REVIEW

It was meant to be that Ken Chan and Barbie Forteza will explore beyond their successful TV series and bring their loveteam to a new heights by starring in their own movie.  The "KenBie" loveteam brings Barbie and Ken of Pinoy showbiz in a new Regal Entertainment Film, This Time I'll Be Sweeter.

Their love team brought their fans together and made them very lovable and even trending in social media. This is also brings a lot of young stars like Jai, Thea, Kim, and Hiro. It was also a first film for most of them and gives the debut movie break for KenBie.

As a promising love team for the Kapuso network, they made waves a Billie and Yuan, now they represent a more mature version of themselves as Tristan and Erika and go beyond the teen roles and eventually grew up into young adults.

There are also a number of veteran actors for this movie like Yayo Aguila, Niel Ryan Sese, Ray Abellana and Ara Mina which guides the young actors playing as their friends and family. As the title suggest, it will be a story of heartbreak and reconciliation, and how thing can go from OK to really bad. The question would still be is the choice to loving or the risk of getting hurt all over again.

How Epic Was "Maynila The Musical"?

Just saw "Maynila Sa Mga Kuko ng Liwanag The Musical" this week and it was surprizingly good.  Usually it is quite risky to stage a production this big plus the fact that it is also a musical. 

As many of Manila's theater goers are familiar with English adaptations,  Maynila The Musical stands out as proof that Filipinos does have powerful talents on Theater. Led by direk Joel Lamangan,  the project showcases his vision of showing social injustice which he has also shown in his films. 

Timeless Classic “Maynila sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag" Now A Musical!

Making a musical is never easy, but the ambition could lead to another classic in Philippine entertainment. Maynila Sa Kuko Ng Liwanag, anovel by by Edgardo M. Reyes and made more popular with its film adaptation by Lino Broka carved its mark in Filipino culture. In the new millennium, a theatrical adaptation will bring this the experience to the millennia generations.

This adaptation is brought by Grand Leisure Corporation and like their name, they want to make it grand and memorable with the cast and crew. Award-winning director Joel Lamangan, known for his thought provoking films like  “The Flor Contemplacion Story,” “Hubog,” and “Bulaklak Ng Maynila” , Lamangan's passion can bring out the essence of the story. Desepite being known as a film director, he has experience in directing theatrical plays like the musical “Katipunan: Mga Anak ng Bayan” in 2013.

Let's Go Behind The Scenes of "Maynila Sa Kuko ng Liwanag The Musical"

As it was initially revealed, the cast of the upcoming stage play "Maynila sa Kuko ng Liwanag The Musical" were posted and rehearsals are on going for this epic theater production. Based on the novel by Edgardo Reyes and brought to film by the late Lino Brocka, Maynila Sa Kuko Ng Liwanag has made a mark in Philippine entertainment and now will be given a new light as it will played live on stage.

Playing the roles of Julio Madiaga and Ligaya Paraiso are Arman Ferrer, Shiela Valderrama-Martinez and Lara Maigue. In preparation for the musical, we went to their rehearsals and photoshoot to meet with the cast and crew and what is in store for the viewers. More details will be revealed soon as the play continues it rehearsals, and we are also excited for the posters and promotional photo. For now let's get to know more about the lead stars.

REEL DEAL: Bhoy Instik REVIEW

In the recent Sinag Maynila Film Festival 2017, there has been buzz about one of the film entries which included in the festival. Directed by Joel Lamangan, Bhoy Instik prides itself with a cast of great actors, a unique story and movie experience for its viewers.

Leading the cast is Raymond "RS" Francisco, one of well known commercial directors and also the Presdient of Frontrow International, plays Bhoy Instik who is a gay con man with a mysterious past. Ronwaldo Martin (Coco Martin's brother) plays  Marlon who is also a con man who cross paths with Bhoy which led to both of them getting involved in crime together.

Being criminals, their actions is unacceptable, however they also have their own redeeming moments with the reasons why they do it and how they were led to their predicament. They also got involved with the big time criminals who are on the higher food chain.

With the name like "Bhoy" I would associate it to gangs and mobsters like Boy Tumbling, Boy Golden and Asiong Salonga, Bhoy Instik is a new face in the modern world which many can relate to. The issue of drugs and extra judicial killings are also inserted into the plot which has been relevant to current events.

REEL DEAL: The Mommy Returns REVIEW

This Mother's Day its time to treat mom to a mommy film. As many local movies focus more on romantic love, it time to again celebrate motherhood, and Regal Films brings the mommy movie of the year with THE MOMMY RETURNS. 

The Mommy Returns is a family comedy-horror movie about a mother, Ruby (POKWANG) who dies right on the day of her 25th wedding anniversary with gorgeous husband, William (GABBY CONCEPCION). With her untimely death, she is temporarily trapped in PURGA (short for Purgatory) with its guardian, Dyoga (JOHN LAPUS, ang diyosa ng purga) and the pesky Manny, the chicken pet of San Pedro.

Enter CATHERINE (RUFFA GUTTIEREZ) - a younger, fresher, and much, much prettier woman who comes into the life of William. When she threatens to take Ruby's place as mother to her three beloved children (KIRAY, GERALD PESIGAN and JILLIAN WARD), hell (er, purgatory) breaks loose as Ruby escapes back to earth as a ghost to scare and drive Catherine out of the family she left behind!

REEL DEAL: The Mommy Returns SPOTLIGHT

Paying tribute to mothers all over through films that showcase their devotion and dedication has been a Regal Entertainment, Inc. tradition over the years.

Matriarch Lily Monteverde recognizes the important role each mother play in their children's lives via movies she produces for Regal Films.

This Year, the company relives this Mother's Day tradition on May 9 through its upcoming release. THE MOMMY RETURNS! 

This time , it will be marked by no hysterics and no drama, but a combination of horrifying laughter that will cater to the entire family.

In the Joel Lamangan movie, comedienne Pokwang (as Ruby) shows her love for her bereaved child when she dies on her husband Gabby Concepcion's 25th weddding anniversary.

She does everything possible in her power to evade Dyosa ng Purga (played by John "Sweet" Lapus) while in purgatory just so Ruffa Gutierrez doesn't take her place as Gabby's new wife and stepmom to her three children - Kiray Celis, Gerald Pesigan and Jillan Ward. Join the riot include Gloria Diaz, John Lapus, Yaya Moi, Kerbie Zamora, Ervic Vijandre and Hiro  Magalona

REEL DEAL: Valiente (2012)

in the 90's it has been a staple for Pinoys (and me when I was a wee boy) after watching Eat Bulaga, one of the most successful afternoon series, VALIENTE has also kept people glued to their screens. Now after 20 years, TV5 brings the series is back with casts from the original series and new ones who are also great actors and actresses from this generation.  A classic in Philippine TV that has been loved by millions of Filipinos bringing a very compelling story of love, deceit, revenge, and friendship now brought to life in the 21st Century.

After a successful run that spanned five years on two major networks, Valiente makes a grand comeback to capture once more the hearts of Filipinos who grew up watching the series as well as the new generation of viewers who would surely relate to the classic story two decades after.

Now airing on primetime for the first time and helmed by multi-awarded director Joel Lamangan, TV5’s Valiente recounts the epic tale of two families whose lives are intertwined by their desire to claim what they believe is rightfully theirs. The compelling story is given new life by a powerhouse cast of this generation’s most bankable actors, including Kapatid stars Oyo Sotto, Nadine Samonte, Niña Jose and JC De Vera.