GMA Network fortifies regional presence at the start of 2013

Coming from an exceptionally productive 2012, GMA Network intensifies its commitment to further strengthen its presence all over the country and to reach more viewers this 2013. For January alone, GMA is set to launch its newest originating station and takes part in three of the country's grandest festivals.

As part of the Network's aggressive regional expansion efforts, GMA-7 launches the latest addition to its growing number of originating stations in the country: GMA Northern Mindanao.

Strategically located in Cagayan de Oro, GMA Northern Mindanao is expected to service over 1,404,183 estimated television households thereby effectively widening the Network's reach in the region.

GMA Northern Mindanao, which airs starting January 28, covers parts of Bukidnon, Camiguin, Misamis Oriental, Misamis Occidental, Bohol, Lanao del Norte, Lanao del Sur, Compostela Valley, North and South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, Zamboanga del Sur, and Maguindanao.

REEL DEAL: The Man With The Iron Fists - Batista SPOTLIGHT

Move-over ‘The Rock’ Half-Filipino Wrestler Superstar Dave Batista is here!

Half-Filipino World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) superstar and current MMA heavyweight fighter David Batista stars as Brass Body in Universal Pictures’ “The Man With The Iron Fists”. The performer shares that his nearly invincible character—who is able to deflect any weapon by turning his skin into brass at will—is brutal inside and out.  He says: “If you break Brass Body down, what he is really is a mercenary.  In his opening scene, he’s carrying the little kids around, but basically what he wants is money.  He would kill his own mother for money.”

The Man With the Iron Fists, an action-adventure inspired by kung fu classics as interpreted by his longtime collaborators RZA and ELI ROTH.  Making his feature-film debut as a director, co-writer and leading man, RZA—alongside an exciting international cast led by RUSSELL CROWE as Jack Knife and LUCY LIU as Madam Blossom—tells the epic story of warriors, assassins and a lone outsider hero who all descend on one fabled village in China for a winner-takes-all battle for a fortune in gold.

Derrick Monasterio admits getting jealous of Joshua Dionisio

Teen kapuso star Derrick Monasterio admitted that he sometimes feels jealous of fellow teen actor Joshua Dionisio, the former on-screen partner and rumored suitor of Barbie Forteza, who is Derrick's co-star in the afternoon series, "Paroa: Ang Kuwento ni Mariposa."

Derrick made the admission last week when he and Barbie engaged in a Live Chat with their fans online via GMA Network's web portal www.gmanetwork.com.

An online chatter asked whether Derrick feels jealous of Joshua.  The teen actor answered the question out loud, albeit succinctly: "Opo. Minsan."

Marian Rivera and Glaiza de Castro’s rivalry intensifies in Temptation of Wife

Marian Rivera’s quest for vengeance against Glaiza de Castro further intensifies as her character plots new schemes to turn her world upside down in Temptation of Wife.

In the episodes this week, Chantal (Marian) and Heidi (Glaiza) face off in a make-up competition. In order to secure her victory, Heidi sabotages the models of Chantal. But Chantal wouldn’t let Heidi win so easily.

Chantal volunteers herself as the model for their rematch and after the deliberation, Chantal gets the judge’s nod and outshines Heidi, much to her dismay.  What will be Heidi’s reaction after her greatest rival Chantal walks away with the grand prize?

Nigel, on the other hand, (Rafael Rosell) continues to discourage Chantal from seeing Marcel (Dennis Trillo). He doesn’t want Chantal to get hurt again and fall prey to his sweet charm. But Chantal is already consumed with her desire for revenge against Marcel so she gives in to his request that they meet up again.

Angeline, Paulo, and Sam Team Up for the First Time in "Kahit Konting Pagtingin"

ABS CBN's newest 'kilig-serye' to air this January

This January, ABS CBN will launch its newest romantic-comedy series title "Kahit Konting Pagtingin," which stars Queen of Teleserye Songs Angeline QUinto together with her two dashing men, Breaktrhough Actor of 2012 Paulo Avelino and Romantic-Comedy Heartthrob Sam Milby.

According to Angleine, she is overjoyed with the blessing of having her first teleserye. "I am really happy becasue I didn't expect that this will happen" shared the singer-actress. "If before I'm only part of teleseryes as the singer of the theme songs, now TV viewers can watch me everyday as an actress."

SM North EDSA Great Northern Sale This February 2013!

The New Year means new life and also a time for great beginnings! SM North EDSA gives a treat to loyal mall goers and shopaholics with the SM North EDSA's The Great Northern Sale this February!

BIG SALE ALERT: Ascend to the high point of high fashion for a shopping experience you will never forget.

Indulge at the GREAT NORTHERN SALE this February 1 to 3, with up to 70% off on selected brands

Follow SM North EDSA on Facebook!

via http://www.facebook.com/smnedsa

Twitter - @smnorthedsa

'The Tim Yap Show ' premieres tonight on GMA

Starting January 21, eventologist and TV host Tim Yap shares the latest updates from the world of show business via his latest show on GMA dubbed as The Tim Yap Show.  

Staying up late has never been this fun, exciting and entertaining. The Tim Yap Show will be the source of the latest updates from the brightest stars in showbiz and the hottest celebrities with the help of social media like Twitter and Facebook. Aside from that, Tim also gets exclusive access to the latest happenings with the most talked-about personalities in this upbeat late-night show. 

ART IS A BANG: School spirit takes center stage as “Rivalry” returns

Good news to those who missed out on the all-original and all-new Filipino production of Rivalry: Ateneo-La Salle The Musical! 

It’s another opportunity to bring out the pom-poms and prepare the loudest cheer as 

4th Wall Theater Company brings back the well-applauded and well-loved musical starting January 25, 2013 at the Meralco Theater.

School spirit is very much alive as Ateneans and La Sallites clash onstage and engage in an intense battle replete with rousing musical numbers, impressive choreography and exchanges of wit and humor. The competition between the two schools is so engaging that even those who are neither from Ateneo nor from La Salle enjoyed the show.

“Based on a backyard study we did, 45% of those who watched the first staging are neither from Ateneo nor from La Salle. More importantly, the audience of theater in the Philippines is not expanding the way it should be. The reason why we have to do this again is we know we have a market to tap. I would like for us to leave a legacy of really expanding the theater industry,” Ed Gatchalian, executive producer and musical director of Rivalry, explained.

An exclusive sneak preview of “Rivalry” was held recently for the online community to experience the much-talked about production.

ART IS A BANG: Pasinaya 2013

Watch Philippine BARANGGAY Folk Dance Troupe at 'PASINAYA: CCP Open House Festival'

Sunday | 3 February | 12:30pm

CCP Main Theater Ramp (Folk Dance Zone)

Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City

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This is American Idol Season 12!

Are you Team Minaj or Team Mariah?

That is the question for the fans of the new season of Amercian Idol which is having a new set of judges with the sole original hudge Randy Jackson and host Ryan Parentheses new season is expected to be hot with the clash of two lady judges Mariah Carey and Nicky Minaj. If you ask me, I'm going with Nicky Minaj because she may be young but has achieved a lot and proved to be a worthy artist that is never afraid of being normal to show musicality and innovation. Mariah is also a great diva with her timeless songs, great voice and hot body at her age definitely is worthy of an idol judge slate.

Now I am expecting a lot from the new set of judges as I, in the past years, grew less of a fan of the previous seasons because there wasn't something new. This season might actually be a saving grace to pioneer singing reality show of the US. The premiere of the new season goes full swing with its live telecast on Starworld.