Mikael Daez Brings World-Record Facts With "The Best Ka"

From his food adventures in "Midnight Express" and the various shows that he had with GMA Network, Mikael Daez is back with a new show The Best Ka (featuring Guinness World Records "Best of the Best"). Known for his energy and charm in hosting, Mikael will be sharing stories of world records that defy the odds and made history made by people and also showing their challenges, struggles and their triumph.

Now part of the growing number shows that are dedicated for information, "The Best Ka" is also a partnership with the Guinness Book of World Records which has a thorough process when conducting record attempts.  The first episode will also feature a special co-host, his wife Megan Young.

LG Presents New Line Up For The New Normal

LA Tenorio for LG OLED Sports Experience

Though still we are in a global pandemic which completely changed our lives, we are now slowly but surely getting used with the health protocols, the new work/school set up from home, and the elevated domesticated life in our homes. This has made us adjust to the "new normal" which is still a challenge for everyone. Though we now spend more time at home, the quarantine won't be as boring and struggling with the right set of appliances which aids us to enjoy life, do our duties and still make a great quality of living. To show just how enjoyable staying home can be, LG Philippines recently held an online event to showcase its newest home entertainment system offerings.

Juan For Fun 2019 Now Open For New Explorers!

Who does not like to travel?  It's always an opportunity to experience something new and also meet new people along the way, and with the toxic and busy lifestyle we have everyday, an escape to new places would be really fun. Cebu Pacific is now bringing back their search for the Juan For Fun for 2019 which is now on their eight year.

This year’s Juan For Fun takes on an inspiring route to bring personalized travel experiences to young Filipinos with #MyHashtagTrip. From foodies going on gastronomic adventures, thrill-seekers searching for the next adrenaline-pumping activity, to eco-warriors participating in environmental projects, many young travelers are driven by their hobbies and advocacies when exploring destinations. In this all-new Juan for Fun 2019, participants will journey around the Philippines - visiting new places, trying unique activities, and unlocking memorable travel milestones to enrich their personal passions and stories.

The Top 10 Kilig Moments from With a Smile

Last June, GMA Network aired its light comedy-drama soap  “With a Smile” it revolves around the love team of Isay (Andrea Torres), Aston (Christian Bautista) and Dean (Mikael Daez). The show also features the fresh 4 way pair-up of Shelley Hipolito, Kimpoy Feliciano, Jak Roberto and Mikoy Morales .  Now on its 10th week, fans continue to reminisce their favorite scenes from the hit morning soap.

Here are the top 10 unforgettable “kilig” moments.

Juan Minute Spotlight: "With A Smile" BlogCon

Aside from the Primetime and Afternoon blocks, the morning hours are now the hottest battlefield  for teleseryes and shows. And GMA brings a new kind of Romance-Comedy series featuring a love triangle between Christian Baustista, Mikael Daez and Andrea Torres in "With A Smile"

Joining in the BlogCon held last week were Mikael, Andrea, Shelly and Bryan. The cast shared the funny yet hectic experiences with regards with the show. With many also expecting more from just the usual romance comedy genre, With A Smile also showcase an ensemble of new and veteran actors and actresses. 

Knowing more about the stars behind the camera makes it more interesting. Protege almuni Shelly and Bryan shares their excitement with the new soap as they move on to become full time artists under GMA Artist Center. Andrea, having worked with Mikael feels very comfortable with him in the scenes. Or sometimes, a little too comfortable?

REEL DEAL: Sosy Problems REVIEW (MMFF Special)

For the MMFF, I am interested with something unique for the season and Sosy Problems was one of them. They might be mistakenly compared to another MMFF movie Desperadas which is also a band of girls.  But these girls are the super duper upper class ones with each having their own issues despite their wealth and social status.

The movie stars Heart Evangelista, Solenn Heussaff, Bianca King and Rhian Ramos as the wealthy and "sosyal" ladies. Also in the cast are Cherie Gil, Agot Isidro, Mylene Dizon, Aljur Abrenica, Alden Richards, Mikael Daez, Tim Yap, and Ruffa Gutierrez.

Though it may show their rich and lavish lifestyle, it shows an exaggerated yet entertaining execution of their ignorance and struggles despite having everything. With the people around them also causing their dilemmas, their world gets crazier and crazier.

It features many life parodies of the rich and powerful. Like the instant Millionaires, Accused Politicians, Business Tycoons, and Beauty Rivalry. There is also a touch of ordinary people which balances the social struggles and at some point reminded me of very rich kids shown in reality shows and how they breakdown. It caters to both sexes, like for the girls is the ultimate "kikay barkada, BFF Forever!" one would want to have, and for the men, the beautiful and sexy ladies who charms everyone without going all out. I think Donya Angelica Santibanez will like the movie as she is also the "Sosy" Meme!

REEL DEAL: Sosy Problems INTERVIEW

Here is the pocket interview with Solenn Heusaff, Rhian Ramos, and Bianca King held last December 18, 2012 talking about their MMFF movies "Sosy Problems."

Note: Heart Evangelista, who is also one of the lead stars of the movie, was not available for the pocket interview because she was dubbing her dialogues in the film.

Q: What are your characters in the movie?

 

SOLENN: “Ako dito si Margaux, I am half-Filipina and half-French.  Wala na akong dad and my mom is married to a French ambassador.  Super super yaman kami.  Actually, wala naman akong masyadong problema except that lagi lang akong in competition with my bestfriend, Claudia (Heart Evangelista).  Bukod sa amin, yung mga mommies din namin are competiting with each other.” 

RHIAN: “My character’s name is Lizzie, and she’s the richest in the group.  She’s very flashy; she’s never subtle.  She likes to flash her money around.  She’s also bossy.  Her problem is actually more of an internal problem.  Her friends and family just give up on her because she’s really a brat and she’s very annoying.  She finds herself by finally living a life of simplicity.  The funny part in it is that when you take someone who doesn’t know how to do what common people do and you put them in a situation where they have no choice, like Solenn in Survivor (laughs).”

REEL DEAL: Sosy Problems MMFF SPOTLIGHT

'It' girls rock the silver screen via GMA Films' Metro Manila Film Festival entry Sosy Problems 

On December 25, the country's hottest "it" girls Heart Evangelista, Solenn Heussaff, Bianca King and Rhian Ramos come together for Sosy Problems, the glossiest entry of GMA Films to this year's Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF).

Four girls, rich and famous, may have the most expensive pairs of shoes, high-end designer bags and the life that every girl wanted - but behind the glitz and glamour are the struggles and differences that they have to face.

In the story, Sosy girls' tambayan, The Polo Club, is in danger of being torn down. The new owners of the exclusive club want to build a "yaya mall" - which for the girls is not at all a Sosy plan.

Mikael Daez one of the Peace Ambassadors for the "I AM FOR PEACE" campaign

September 14, 2012, one of GMA's leading men Mikael Daez was formally introduced by the Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process (OPPA) as one of the "I am for Peace" national ambassadors at the Malacañang Palace.

The "I AM FOR PEACE" campaign seeks to mobilize public support for peace through the involvement and engagement of the general public. It aims to broaden the peace constituency by harnessing and empowering basic sectors such as youth, women, labor, civil society organizations, and media as advocates for peace and development. 

Mikael shares that being chosen as one of the peace ambassadors in the country is a humbling experience. "I am much honored to be a national peace ambassador. I am looking forward in making the most of this opportunity to reach out to the nation and promote something I firmly believe in. At the same time, this gives me another way to reach out to people beyond my acting and television shows." 

Meanwhile, Mikael portrays the role of Carlos Miguel in GMA's AfternoonPrime Sana Ay Ikaw Na Nga which airs from Monday to Friday after Hindi Ka na Mag-iisa.

Mikael Daez and Andrea Torres topbill GMA-7’s Sana Ay Ikaw Na Nga remake

Following the success of Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin, GMA-7 recreates another one of its very own masterpieces with the upcoming remake of Sana Ay Ikaw Na Nga. The original version ran for two successful years, and still remains as one of GMA’s most popular teledramas to this day.

In the modern version, promising Kapuso stars Mikael Daez and Andrea Torres will breathe new life to the roles previously portrayed by Dingdong Dantes and Tanya Garcia.

“Sana Ay Ikaw Na Nga became very popular when it first aired 10 years ago at time when viewers were starting to notice GMA’s primetime offerings.  The show opened many doors for its original lead stars, and we’re hoping that the new version will do the same for Mikael and Andrea,” says SAINN program manager Hazel Abonita.

Mikael, who completed his bachelor’s degree in Business Management at the Ateneo de Manila University, worked as a part-time commercial and print ad model for several prominent local brands before joining showbiz full time.