Four Things You Might Not Know About Darren Espanto

You may have followed him in The Voice Kids Philippines, and his rising career, but do you know these trivial info about the wonder balladeer. Check this four things to know about him.

# 1

Darren started his journey to stardom at the early age of 2. Canadian-born Darren Lyndon Gonzales Espanto discovered his love for singing.

His Filipino parents both had the same passion for arts and music.

# 2

Darren was a reality TV star even before The Voice Kids.

Prior to his rise and fame due to his appearance in the said competition, what most

People didn’t know was he also joined a reality TV show in Canada back in 2012.

YTV’s “The Next Star Season 5” paved the way for his career as a singer and performer.

He was the youngest finalist to ever grace the competition.

Ryan Coogler to Direct Marvel's "Black Panther"‏

It’s official: Ryan Coogler (“Creed,” “Fruitvale Station”) will step up to direct Marvel’s “Black Panther.”

Chadwick Boseman will star in “Black Panther” after debuting as the character in the upcoming Marvel’s “Captain America: Civil War,” in Philippine cinemas on April 27, 2016.

“We are fortunate to have such an esteemed filmmaker join the Marvel family,” said producer Kevin Feige. “The talents Ryan showcased in his first two films easily made him our top choice to direct ‘Black Panther.’ Many fans have waited a long time to see Black Panther in his own film, and with Ryan we know we’ve found the perfect director to bring T’Challa’s story to life.”

Faith-Based Thriller "Risen" Debuts First Trailer‏

The first trailer of Columbia Pictures' faith-based thriller “Risen” has just been revealed and may be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLsXcPGWUvU.

“Risen” is the epic Biblical story of the Resurrection, as told through the eyes of a non-believer. Clavius (Joseph Fiennes), a powerful Roman military tribune, and his aide, Lucius (Tom Felton), are tasked with solving the mystery of what happened to Jesus in the weeks following the crucifixion, in order to disprove the rumors of a risen Messiah and prevent an uprising in Jerusalem.

Directed by Kevin Reynolds (“The Count of Monte Cristo”) from a screenplay by Reynolds and Paul Aiello, “Risen” stars Joseph Fiennes (“Hercules”), Tom Felton (the “Harry Potter” films), Peter Firth (“Pearl Harbor”) and Cliff Curtis (“10,000 B.C.”).

Opening soon across the Philippines, “Risen” is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

Chloe Grace Moretz Fights Invaders Back in "The 5th Wave"

“Cassie Sullivan is a great heroine – but she’d never describe herself that way. She’d say she’s just a girl who has lost her brother, and will do whatever it takes to get back to him,” says Chloë Grace Moretz, who takes on the lead role of Cassie in Columbia Pictures’ adaptation of Rick Yancey’s bestselling novel “The 5th Wave,” the first book in his planned trilogy.

In the film, four waves of increasingly deadly attacks have left most of Earth decimated. Against a backdrop of fear and distrust, Cassie is on the run, desperately trying to save her younger brother. As she prepares for the inevitable and lethal 5th wave, Cassie teams up with a young man who may become her final hope – if she can only trust him.

Steve Carell, the Wall Street Crusader in "The Big Short"

At the moral center of Paramount Pictures’ riveting real-life tale “The Big Short” is the rage-filled hedge-fund manager known in the movie as Mark Baum and portrayed by Oscar-nominee Steve Carell.

(Watch the featurette “Meet Mark Baum” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCi-szeo07M.)

Based on the true story and best-selling book by Michael Lewis (“The Blind Side,” “Moneyball”), “The Big Short” also stars Academy Award-honorees Christian Bale, Ryan Gosling and Brad Pitt.

Dan Hill To Serenade Us With His Hits For Valentines

If you are planning for a great way to spend Valentine's Day with a loved one, thi will be be a perfect gift and also rekindle lost romance as "The "King of Romance", Dan Hill will perform this Valentine Season.

Nominated for a Grrammy for Best Male Vocal, winner of a Grammy (as co-producer of "Seduces Me" on Celine Dion's 30 plus million selling "Falling For You" album), winner of five Juno Awards ans the Harold Moon Award (Canadian Lifetime Song Writing Achivement Award), Dan has recorded and released multiple gold and platinum albums. His classic hits such as "Sometimes When We Touch" (closing in on 5 million spins in America alone, and covered by hundreds of artists around the world), "Can We Try (#1 Billboard AC Record of the Year), and "Never Thought (That I could Love)", another AC record, all remain staples of AC radio stations, around the world. Dan has also enjoyed consistent success as a 'behind the scenes' songwriter, his compositions recorded by so many artists spanning so many musical genres that it's, well, incredible. Pop singers, Celine Dion, Britney Spears, 98 Degress, The Backstreet Boys, Rod Stewart, Donny Osmond, Jennifer Rush, and Michael Bolton just to name a few.

Tolentino Says Local Film Industry Needs Shot In The Arm

Former MMDA chairman Francis Tolentino vowed to continue helping and reviving the Philippine film industry, which he said has been severely affected by piracy and the entry of foreign films.

Tolentino noted that the cost of film making has rapidly increased that it’s cheaper to import foreign films than produce movies locally.

He said piracy has resulted in huge revenue losses for producers and film makers. In 2013, the intellectual property office recorded a P7.5 billion cost of seized counterfeit films.

"The 5th Wave" Sets Emotional Story Within Alien Invasion

Up-and-coming director J Blakeson, whose first film was the thriller “The Disappearance of Alice Creed,” a film festival and critical favorite, takes the helm of Columbia Pictures new post-apocalyptic thriller “The 5th Wave,” based on the bestselling first novel in author Rick Yancey’s planned trilogy.

(Watch a TV Spot for “The Fifth Wave” at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpmezrNWtt4.)

In the film, four waves of increasingly deadly attacks have left most of Earth decimated. Against a backdrop of fear and distrust, Cassie (Chloe Grace Moretz) is on the run, desperately trying to save her younger brother. As she prepares for the inevitable and lethal 5th wave, Cassie teams up with a young man who may become her final hope – if she can only trust him.

Pioneer rolls out online product for adventurers

All your bags are packed and you’re ready to go on that adventure you’ve been looking forward to for so long. While you’ve imagined every part of it, the what-ifs still make the worries creep in once in a while.

With Pioneer’s Travel Buddy Adventure, you can leave your what-ifs behind and travel worry-free. This new travel insurance product comes with 30-day coverage while traveling via land, water, or air despite the number of trips you take. It also entitles you to a maximum benefit of Php100,000.

Welcoming The New Year In A New Light

With the fiery new year comes new changes, VRP Medical Center embarks on a major renovation plan for its people ­­ stakeholders, doctors, and patients alike. Since its renovations earlier last year, VRP focuses on a more customer­oriented approach. A family­based corporation never distracted from its vision: “A Hospital That Cares,” VRP opens its hearts to developing and improving quality service, technological advancement, and a warm, calming environment. 

Doors open to a fresh Central Registration Area, a well­crafted mural to greet the children and families, and a spacious waiting area for visitors and friends.  From a 148 square meter room, the Emergency Room will be extending to 224 square meters to accommodate patients and those waiting in line. VRP sets into motion an additional 48 rooms to shelter its current 178 bed capacity.