REEL DEAL: “THE MARTIAN” First Trailer Reveal

Following the release of 20th Century Fox’s first look photos of “The Martian,” the studio now brings the first trailer of Ridley Scott’s heart-stopping action thriller where a NASA astronaut, Mark Watney, played by Matt Damon is stranded on Mars while his crew plan a daring mission to bring him back to Earth.

The trailer reveals NASA sending a group of astronauts to Mars when they encountered a fierce storm forcing the crew to abort the mission and head back to Earth immediately.  Mark Watney along with his crew members are on a mission to planet Mars where they are on board a ship called Hermes – the ship’s crew along with Damon includes Jessica Chastain, Kate Mara, Michael Peῆa, Sebastian Chan and Aksel Hennie.  

Style Origin Brings The Ramp To TriNoma!

Fashionistas in the north rejoice as Ayala Malls, the country's leading lifestyle and shopping destination, presents Style Origin, a series that celebrates fashion innovations and inspired designs. 

Since it was launched, Style Origin has trained the spotlight on select heritage fashion brand, global icons as well as emerging names in the industry, highlighting their craftsmanship and passion for design that has delighted fashion mavens and loyal shopping patrons year after year.

Style Origin  -  with the support of its partners The Philippine STAR; TIGER 22 media corporation and its exclusive radio station partners, Magic 89.9, Wave 89.1, Jam 88.3, 99.5 Play FM and 103.5 K-Lite; and Star World - will bring to the forefront exciting fashion forecast and retail lifestyle must-haves through grand runway shows aimed to invigorate you fashion senses as well as inspire your growing seasonal wardrobe.

FoodPanda Philippines Turns 1, Celebrates With a Bang and Rewards Customers

Food Panda is turning 1, and to celebrate its success for the past 12 months, they are throwing a fun-filled party along with WeChat Philippines as they, too, launch the free rewards program, WeReward on June 6, Sturday, at URBN, Fort Strip, Bonifacio Global City.

“This is more of a thanksgiving night, to recognize all the hard work and dedication that everyone has bought in to and for the company. foodpanda won’t be able to achieve this milestone without the men and women working day in and day out for the company”, said foodpanda Philippines CEO and Co-Founder Mauro Cocchieri.

Cocchieri added that foodpanda’s success all boils down to excellent customer service. “This is also for all the hungry pandas who never fail to use foodpanda to satisfy their cravings. Without the customers who regularly use our service, we won’t be here. So big thanks to them”, he mentioned.

MUSIC LYF: Christian Bautista’s ‘Soundtrack’ hits platinum

Asia’s Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista proved that he is still one of the most reliable male singers in the country with his latest record award – a Platinum Record Award for his latest album “Soundtrack.” The awarding happened at “Sunday All Stars” last Sunday, June 8.

“This is a surprise,” says Christian. “You are good at keeping this to me.” 

Christian was awarded by Universal Records Managing Director Kathleen Dy-Go. During the said episode, Christian also performed his duet with Julie Ann San Jose – their rendition of “Cruisin.”

Christian thanked his fans Christian Friends for their support to the album, and his sponsors.

Soundtrack includes memorable theme songs from the most romantic movies of all time. It includes the hit “Up Where We Belong,” theme from “Empress Ki.” “A Thousand Years” is also part of the album.

Christian also tapped some of the best female singers to collaborate with him. Former sweetheart Rachelle Ann Go joins him in their rendition of “The Way We Were.”

Perennial stage leading lady Karylle performs the romantic “After All” with Christian. Nikki Gil also lends her beautiful voice in the duet “Come What May.”

REEL DEAL: Mission of "Minions" Revealed in New Trailer‏

Watch the new international trailer of the comedy adventure “Minions” which has just been released by Universal Pictures. The trailer may be viewed at https://youtu.be/pJbUOTQ4hSQ.

The new trailer reveals the Minions' first mission under new leadership of Scarlet Overkill (Sandra Bullock) -- steal Queen Elizabeth’s crown.

The story of Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment’s “Minions” begins at the dawn of time. Starting as single-celled yellow organisms, Minions evolve through the ages, perpetually serving the most despicable of masters. Continuously unsuccessful at keeping these masters—from T. rex to Napoleon—the Minions find themselves without someone to serve and fall into a deep depression.

REEL DEAL: Rosamund Pike Plots Revenge Anew In Psychological Thriller “RETURN TO SENDER”

Gone Girl” Academy Award-nominee Rosamund Pike is back and gives another nail-biting performance in the upcoming psychological thriller “Return To Sender” where she plays Miranda, a surgical nurse out for revenge after a brutal sexual assault in her home.

Directed by Fouad Mikati, “Return To Sender” also stars Rumer Willis, Nick Nolte and Shiloh Fernandez.  Pike’s character, Miranda, is an epitome of coolness who lives life in an effortlessly organized way day in and day out. After some time, she finally gave in to her colleagues who set her up on a blind date.  On the day of their meeting, a man knocked on her door, thinking it was the guy whom her colleagues set her up to go out with, she welcomes him to her pristine home only to realize that he is not the man she’s waiting for.  Miranda soon finds herself defeated after struggling to escape from her assailant, leaving her almost dead after brutally raping her. 

Join The Adobo Movement!

The Filipino people are a patriotic nation. We take pride in our heroes, from Jose Rizal and Andres Bonifacio, to modern-day heroes like Manny Pacquiao. We are blessed with some of the most beautiful beaches and mountains in the world. We are also characterized by our fondness for food, so it is suprising that we do not have a national dish.

Informally, ask any Pinoy what our national dish should be and he or she will instantly say, "Adobo!" complete with a twinkle in their eye and a rumble in their stomach. Adobo is deeply personal dish to every Filipino. From Batanes to Tawi-Tawi, every Filipino family has their own special heirloom recipes handed down from their mothers. The versatility of Adobo makes it so that you can adjust and fine tune the recipes according to personal taste, and to the availability of local ingredients.

REEL DEAL: Chris Pratt, Heroic Guardian of "JURASSIC WORLD"

2014 was truly the year of Chris Pratt. Pratt starred in Marvel’s “Guardians of the Galaxy” as Star-Lord/Peter Quill, which was one of the top three grossing films of 2014, grossing more than $770 million at the global box office. Additionally, Pratt lent his vocal talent to the lead character Emmet in the enormously successful Warner Bros. Pictures animated feature “The Lego Movie,” which made more than $468 million worldwide.

Now, Pratt cements his superstar status as he headlines Universal Pictures' new dinosaur action-adventure “Jurassic World.”

REEL DEAL: A Fun, Touching Coming-Of-Age Story In "PAPER TOWNS"

Adapted from the bestselling novel by John Green, “Paper Towns” is an exciting and entertaining coming of age story that tells the story of Quentin (Nat Wolff), a romantic and studious teenager, who is in love with Margo (Cara Delevingne), his beautiful and enigmatic next-door neighbor.

Good friends as children, they have since grown apart.  But one night, towards the end of high school, Margo persuades Quentin to join her on a wild, night long adventure, which involves a series of outrageous pranks.  But the next day, Margo disappears.  Q and his friends set off on a road trip to track her down. 

REEL DEAL: Eddie Redmayne Enters the Wizarding World in "Fantastic Beasts"‏

Academy Award-winning actor Eddie Redmayne has been cast as Newt Scamander in Warner Bros. Pictures’ much-anticipated wizarding world adventure “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.” The announcement was made today by Greg Silverman, President of Creative Development and Worldwide Production, Warner Bros. Pictures.

Redmayne will play J.K. Rowling’s creation Newt Scamander, the Wizarding World’s preeminent magizoologist, who in his travels has encountered and documented a myriad of magical creatures, ultimately leading to his penning the Hogwarts School textbook Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.

In making the announcement, Silverman said, “Eddie Redmayne has emerged as one of today’s most extraordinarily talented and acclaimed actors. We are thrilled to welcome him into J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World, where we know he will deliver a remarkable performance as Newt Scamander, the central character in ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.’”