On The Set of Inamorata

GMA Afternoon Prime has a lot of new shows this year, and one of them is Inamorata starring Max Collins, Dion Ignacio, Luis Alandy, Jackie Rice and Gwen Zamora. "Innamorata" means My Love in Italian and made with intersting mix of Kapuso stars who have proven their prowress with shows in the Afternoon block such as Maghihintay Pa rin, Bukod Kang Pinagpala etc. 

Inamorata tells the story of Esperanza who suffers from porphyria (a genetic disorder that develops blisters, itching, and swelling of the skin specifically when exposed to sunlight),  but still has a good heart despite of the taunts, discrimination of the people around her especially her stepmother. Despite her appearance, we was loved by Edwin who is the son of the owner of the shoe factory she is working. She then is displaced and was also removed from her job but is helped by her childhood friend Dencio. 

300's Rodrigo Santoro In The Upcoming Animation Extravaganza "Rio 2"

Fast-rising to be one of Hollywood’s leading men, Rodrigo Santoro, a Brazilian native reprises his role as Tulio in “Rio 2,” from the globally beloved hit “Rio” where he plays an eccentric scientist opposite Leslie Mann’s character, Linda who owns Blu.  

Blu (voiced by Jesse Eisenberg) and Linda (Mann) as seen in the first movie are living a simple life together in Minnesota who are both homebodies – explaining the very domesticated rare Macaw, Blu. Upon Tulio’s arrival, their lives are turned upside down bringing news that Blu is not the last of his kind – taking them both to Rio to meet Jewel (Anne Hathaway).  Their adventure brings them further into the Amazon in “Rio 2” where Tulio and Linda who are now married have caught a blue feather floating on air while exploring the deep part of the jungle. The newlyweds are exploring the Amazon, where they discover there may be more Blue Macaws, and set out to find them. 

Go On a Time and Space Adventure with NatGeo's COSMOS

How much do you know about our world, on how it started and how it came to be? Have you imagined how everything started? These are just some of the questions that will be answered in the new special series by the National Geographic Channel (NGC), "Cosmos: A Space-Time Odyssey". written and hosted by renowned space visionary Carl Sagan in the 1980s. The new show will premiere simultaneously on NGC and FOX on March 12 at 10 PM. The show will be the seuqel to "Cosmos: A Personal Voyage", written and hosted by renowned space visionary Carl Sagan back in the 1980s and now its sequel in 13 episodes starting March 12 at 10 PM.

Cosmos: A Space-Time Odyssey tells us how human beings developed their concept of the laws of nature and their place in the universe. It offers a grand view of the cosmos as it covers their pursuit of knowledge and the ever-expanding boundaries of astrophysics. Besides re-inventing elements of the original series, such as the Cosmic Calendar and the Ship of the Imagination, the show will use new modes of scientific storytelling to communicate the ideas that have helped build our identity within the vastness of space. Cosmos: A Space-Time Odyssey unfurls each scientific discovery in the fields of astrophysics and cosmology to reveal a bloom of knowledge that has allowed us to behold the grandeur of the universe.

Pet Weight Watch 2014: Good pet nutrition for all year long

Manila, Philippines –With a renewed commitment to reinforcing good pet health through proper nutrition, the Pet Food Institute (PFI) is set to further engage Filipino pet owners in its Well-Fed, Well-Nurtured campaign with a few tips aimed at leading pets to a healthy lifestyle.

Weigh In

Apart from monitoring a pet’s food intake, assessing its weight regularly is one of the principal steps in supporting good pet health. Pets become increasingly exposed to obesity and other common nutritional diseases when they do not follow an appropriate diet and lack physical activity. Evaluating the pet’s weight regularly can help ensure that it remains at an ideal weight to reduce the risk of developing serious health problems such as heart disease, breathing problems, diabetes, and cancer.

MUSIC LYF: Japanese singer Aisaku releases new Tagalog single

Japanese act Aisaku, with his convincing skill at singing Tagalog songs, releases a new single which like his previous hit, is another Japanese original interpreted by Ted Ito. The song is called “Alaala Mo” a moving love song first recorded by Ito as an album track. This time, Aisaku’s version premiered its way to mainstream radio when it was first played recently over Barangay LS FM. Production of the music video of "Alaala Mo" is now underway. Watch out for the video premiere on MYX and MTV Pinoy which will happen really soon. "Alaala Mo" is an equally strong follow up to Aisaku's hit single "Ikaw Pa Rin" which was heavily supported on local radio and music channels. “I am a Filipino by heart even though my pair of eyes makes me look like I'm asleep,” quipped the Japanese-born singer whose rendition of Ito’s signature piece “Ikaw Pa Rin” won Best OPM Cover at last year’s Gawad Musika Awards & Consumers Quality Awards.

Meet and Greet "Mr. Peabody" This Weekend - March 8 & 9

Mr. Peabody, the most accomplished dog in the world is in the country’s premiere malls this weekend (March 8 and 9) for a rollercoaster ride through history!

 Treat your family and friends this weekend and catch Mr. Peabody tomorrow (March 8, Saturday) at Robinson’s Manila (2:00pm); SM Manila (4:00pm); SM Manila (5:00pm) and at Lucky Chinatown (7:00pm).  Mr. Peabody will also be seen on Sunday, March 9 at SM Megamall (2:30pm) and at Robinson’s Metro East (6:30pm).

MUSIC LYF: Abra Finally Releases Self-Titled Debut Album!

“Mambulabog ng mga isip, to inspire, and to change the world one step at a time.”

After months of waiting and anticipation, Raymond Abracosa a.k.a ABRA, finally releases his first solo album under Artifice Records and Ivory Music & Video.

Dubbed the “Makatang Hibang” by his fans, Abra’s exceptional lyricism, extensive vocabulary, ingenious literary technique, speed and lucidity of delivery, and fiery stage presence made him a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. His 4 nominations at the 2014 MYX Music Awards including Favorite Male Artist, Favorite Music Video, Favorite Urban Video and Favorite MYX Celebrity VJ would be a clear verification.

REEL DEAL: Ramped-Up Scares And Shocks In Devil's Due

A few years ago, a quartet of filmmakers known as Radio Silence, comprised of Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Tyler Gillett, Chad Villella and Justin Martinez, helmed a segment of the horror anthology film V/H/S about four friends who show up for a Halloween house party, only to realize that not only are they in the wrong home, they have stumbled onto an exorcism.  The segment ends in a melee of brilliantly staged and horrific mayhem and inventive visual effects.The film premiered at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival and was acquired by Magnolia Pictures.               

The group’s 2010 short film Mountain Devil Prank Goes Horribly,went “viral” and led directly to the V/H/S assignment.  That in turn led to Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett getting the nod to direct their debut feature film, “Devil’s Due,” with Villella and Martinez serving as executive producers.

The quartet’s work on “Devil’s Due” showcases a series of ramped-up scares, shocks and an overall disquieting tone.  But, notes Gillett, they were also striving to make a thriller that “feels really emotionally connected and character driven from the start.  In “Devil’s Due,” after a mysterious, lost night on their honeymoon, a newlywed couple finds themselves dealing with an earlier-than-planned pregnancy. While recording everything for posterity, the husband begins to notice odd behavior in his wife that they initially write off to nerves, but, as the months pass, it becomes evident that the dark changes to her body and mind have a much more sinister origin.

Working Mom and Barbie Magazine Bring Inspiration For Moms and Kids This Summer

This March, two of ABS-CBN Publishing, Inc.’s titles will be bringing inspiration to start fresh and welcome the summer season that as Working Mom magazine and Barbie magazine present their newest issues for the month.

Working Mom magazine gives mothers everywhere tips on how to greet the sunshine with a great body to boast with a workout special that features different kinds of exercises and diets to help readers get in shape in time for the next family vacation. Apart from melting off the stress and pounds, this issue also presents hip wardrobe colors to surely liven things up.

Since it’s time to head out, Working Mom also presents ten of the best family parks in and out of the metro, to give readers a glimpse into where to go for one-of-a-kind summer adventures.

REEL DEAL: Ralph Fines AKA Lord Voldemort Employed As Legendary Concierge In "The Grand Budapest Hotel"

Ralph Fiennes, popularly known as the dreaded ‘Lord Voldemort’ in the highly-successful “Harry Potter” films will soon be seen in Ayala Cinema’s exclusive, “The Grand Budapest Hotel” directed, produced and written by Wes Anderson, one of the most unique and sought-after filmmakers working in the film industry to-date. 

"The Grand Budapest Hotel" recounts the adventures of Gustave H, a legendary concierge at a famous European hotel between the wars; and Zero Moustafa, the lobby boy who becomes his most trusted friend.  The story involves the theft and recovery of a priceless Renaissance painting; a raging battle for an enormous family fortune; and the sweetest confection of a love affair – all against the backdrop of a suddenly and dramatically changing Continent.  The film also brings together the most talented of actors including newcomer Tony Revolori, F. Murray Abraham, Mathieu Amalric, Adrien Brody, Willem Dafoe, Jeff Goldblum, Jude Law, Bill Murray, Edward Norton, Saoirse Ronan, Jason Schwartzman, Tilda Swinton, Tom Wilkinson and Owen Wilson.