REEL DEAL: One Soul at a Time: Developing R.I.P.D.

Before Peter M. Lenkov wrote for hit television series such as 24, CSI: NY and Hawaii Five-0, he cut his procedural teeth on the series of graphic novels known as “R.I.P.D.”

First published in 2003, Lenkov’s popular four-issue series tells the raucous story of a police force comprising officers who are on their second tour of duty with the Rest In Peace Department. This team has the ability to traverse the real world and the netherworld to keep demons at bay and ensure that the balance of life and death—and the inherent safety of humanity—remains a guarantee.

Since Dark Horse Comics founder Mike Richardson first heard Lenkov’s pitch for this story about two rogue cops working on the other other side of the law in the late ’90s, Richardson has had an eye on adapting the otherworldly “R.I.P.D.” series of comics for the big screen.

The SM Store Makati "Exclusive To Members Sale"‏

Prestige cardholders rejoice!

Get crazy shopping with this rare one day sale and get up to 50% off on your favorite brands! 

The SM Store Makati's EXCLUSIVE TO MEMBERS SALE!

August 15, 2013 | 10:00am-9:00pm

Plus!

Extra 10% off on top of markdown prices and on regular-priced items. Exclusively for SM Prestige, BDO Rewards Sapphire and Diamond members.

My Husband’s Lover Continues To Break Records

GMA Network’s most provocative primetime drama series My Husband’s Lover has reached record-breaking audience results during the show’s first-ever promo tour in the Visayas region featuring lead stars Dennis Trillo, Tom Rodriguez, and Carla Abellana, together with Kuh Ledesma, Kevin Santos, Victor Basa, and Bettina Carlos.

The cast managed to attract throngs of supporters—a crowd estimate of 11,000 and 5,000 according to Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan and SM City Cebu, respectively—something very unusual to see on a weekday afternoon.

Carla, who plays the role of a martyr wife named Lally in the series, was deeply overwhelmed with joy upon knowing that majority of the crowd sympathizes with her character. “In fairness, love ko ang Cebu. Buti na lang team Lally sila at ang dami talagang posters and signages. Nakakatuwa kasi I know, not only are they my fans pero siguro marami sa kanila ang nakaka-relate kay Lally.”

REEL DEAL: First Look Photos & The Untold Story of :The Monuments Men" Revealed

A whole lot of art loot is at stake in the action-thriller “The Monuments Men” produced, directed and starred by George Clooney along with an all-star, high-caliber cast including Cate  Blanchett, Matt Damon, Bill Murray, John Goodman and Jean Dujardin.           

Based on the non-fiction tome by Robert Edsel, “The Monuments Men” takes us back to World War II when Western Allies protect heritage sites at risk during the war and recover art treasures from the Nazis. 

Linkin Park Rocks Back To Manila After 7 Years

After the long wait, Linkin Park finally came back to the Philippines with the Living Things World Tour which made Manila one of its stops. Held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, the venue is definitely bigger than the past venue and broke the 7-year wait of fans (like me) to perform their hits which have became anthems of many fans.

Led by frontmen Chester Bennington and Mike Shinoda, Rob Bourdon, Brad Delson, Dave Farell, and Joe Hahn the band has been performing for more than a decade and has made hits such as "In The End", "Crawling", "Numb" to name a few. With the launch of their 5th studio album "Living Things", the world tour was also one of the activities fans anticipated.   

California Pizza Kitchen Celebrates National Pizza Day!

Global Restaurant Concepts Inc. (GRC) unveiled its first restaurant concept with California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) in the Philippines in 1997.  It was the first international franchise to be granted by the US pizza chain.  Sixteen years and ten branches later, CPK continues to dominate the premium pizza restaurant experience by opening two more outlets before the year ends.

CPK’s tenth restaurant begins serving in August at the ground floor of Eastwood Mall in time for the CPK-established celebration of National Pizza Day.  Since last year, the restaurant has started commemorating by giving away free pizza with every pizza order.  The one-day event has drawn up lines of diners outside each restaurant.

Fashionista: Manix Abrera For Solo

We take pride as one of Indie Komik Manila's member and Komikon favorite Kuya Manix Abrera, is now part of the new collection launched by Solo in celebration of Pinoy Komik Creators. His work with Kikomachine Komix will now become a fashion statement with the clothing line Solo. 

He will now join the roster of Solo's prestigious komik artists like  Larry Alcala (Slice of Life), Tony Velasquez (Kenkoy) and Tonton Young (Pupung). Solo was the first clothing brand to feature pinoy cartoonist into their collections.

With the launch of this new collection, you can catch Manix Abrera for his meet and greet at The Row Glorietta 1, Saturday 4-6 PM. They will also launch the Online Model Search were you can be the next top model for Solo!

MUSIC LYF: Martin Nievera 3D - Tatlong Dekada Concert

Commonly known as the "Concert King", Martin Nievera, a very talented singer, songwriter, and one of the main host of ABS-CBN’s top rating musical variety show ASAP 18, is now celebrating his 30 years in the entertainment industry. Yes, it's been 30 years since his illustrious career started.

He began his singing career in 1982 through the inspiration of his father, Bert Nievera who was also a singer himself. He released his first LP entitled "Martin...Take One". After sometime, he involved himself in hosting and co-hosted the TV variety show Penthouse Live! with Pops Fernandez. In 1984, his second LP was released entitled "The Best Gift". Nievera's recording Forever led to two sequels, Forever Forever and Return to Forever. He is the voice behind the hits "Be My Lady", "Kahit Isang Saglit", "Forever", "Be My Lady", "Each Day with You", "Ikaw", to name a few. Martin has done over two dozen albums, television shows, and countless performance that led him to be one of the pillars of OPM.

Gear Up for Solo’s Online Model Search 2013 Featuring Kikomachine!

Ever dream of becoming a model, but too shy and intimidated to go through all those go-see's? This is your chance! Solo, being a front runner of innovative ideas, invites you to its SOLO ONLINE MODEL SEARCH 2014. 

The coveted modeling competition started back in 2009 and has been successful ever since. Yearly, close to 100 model poster entries are submitted to Solo's site , which allows viewers to vote for their fave model. The 2012 grand winners, Ganiel Krishnan and Derek Espinosa, both had the chance to play out their modeling dreams with last year’s Online Model Search featuring Tonton Young’s Pupung. Past featured collections include Tony Velasquez’s Kenkoy, Larry Alcala’s Slice of Life. 

Solo's Online Model Search is ingeniously launched with its Pinoy Cartoonist Memorabilia Series as contestants are tasked to wear one item from the featured collection and model it in their photo entries. Past featured collections include Tony Velasquez’s Kenkoy, Larry Alcala’s Slice of Life and Tonton Young’s Pupung. This year, it’s all about Manix Abrera’s Kikomachine. Men and women’s apparel ranging from t-shirts, collared tees and shorts are all dawned with graphic images of Kikomachine’s trademark cartoons and beloved characters.

MUSIC LYF: LINDSEY STIRLING of America’s Got Talent Live! at AYALA MALLS this August 2013

Imbued with unmistakable vibrancy, Ayala Malls continues to be a premium entertainment destination that features world-class performances both from local and international artists. Its continuous and sincere efforts to offer only the best lifestyle experience resonate with its goal to constantly bring joy to all its valued shoppers. This August, get ready for another musical pleasure as the incredibly talented violinist Lindsey Stirling is set to perform at your favorite Ayala Malls.

Lindsey is a classically-trained violinist from Gilbert, Arizona who is known for her beautifully-choreographed violin performances. Lindsey started making a name in YouTube where she performed original compositions and cover songs from video game soundtracks. Her unique musical genre paired with her impressive dance moves instantly captured a good number of fans who were enthralled with her performance. But the 26-year old artist gained her mainstream popularity as she joined the fourth season of America’s Got Talent where she became a quarter-finalist. The same competition gave her the title as the Hip Hop Violinist.