Author: Jeman Villanueva

Twenty-five years ago, the name GRINGO was a household name. In the frenzy of the first EDSA People Power Revolution. Gregorio Ballesteros Honasan II was the poster boy of the Reform the Armed Forces Movement and an important cog in its military component. It also helped his popularity that the young colonel had strapping good looks, was usually in military uniform and often seen skydiving with a snake. Fast forward to 2011, the former military rebel is now a senator on his third term. The good looks that sent many a lady swooning in the 80’s are still there but…

“Not because you’re hurt, it means you’re broken.” – Dolphin Tale True enough, this movie talks about hope, courage and second chances. Warner Bros. Pictures’ latest family adventure “Dolphin Tale” is inspired by the amazing true story of a brave dolphin named “Winter” and the compassionate strangers who banded together to save her life. Dolphin Tale is the story of a young dolphin caught in a crab trap and severely damaged her tail.   Although she is rescued and transported to the Clearwater Marine Hospital, her fight for survival has just begun.

The distinctive sound of LIBERA has travelled the world in the last few years. After the group’s first visit in thePhilippineslast October 2009 which became a remarkable success, they’re coming back with the release of their most-awaited and first-ever CHRISTMAS ALBUM, with 16 tracks collecting traditional and new unique arrangements of classical and contemporary holiday tunes. EMI Music though Polyeast Records releases Libera’s highly-anticipated first Christmas album. With their exciting mix of secular and sacred Christmas favorites including Joy to the World, O Holy Night, The First Noel, Carol of the Bells, In Dulci Jubilo and White Christmas, join Libera…

After one of the biggest Pinoy band Bamboo decide to call it quits last year, the next big question was what will happen to the members of the band. Recently, Bamboo Mañalac has already announced his return in the music industry. And the other members who now formed a new band called HIJO. Hijo is the newest band to hit the local music scene with some familiar faces, signed a record deal with the number one music company in the Philippines- MCA Music (an affiliate of Universal Music Group). It is composed of

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World Champion JED MADELA is one of the few singers in the Philippines that can really moved you because of his powerful voice. Jed Madela has already sold thousands of records reviving some of the most memorable ballads in his previous albums like “Song Rediscovered,” “Songs Rediscovered 2,” “Only Human,” and “The Classics Album” aside from sold-out concerts here and abroad. Although I am not complaining that most of his songs are all covers/revivals (because he actually keeps me in awe just watching/listening to his songs), I still remember asking him before in his previous album launch if he had…

What’s Your Number? talks about   sex and finding the right partner. And the movie paired two Hollywood actors that really jives together. In “What’s Your Number?”,  Anna Faris (Scary Movies, Yogi Bear, House Bunny) plays Ally Darling, who after reading a magazine article that leads her to believe she’s going to be forever alone, begins a wild search for the best “ex” of her life with the help of a playboy Colin Shea played by Chris Evans (Captain America, The Avengers). “How many assholes do I have to meet before I ended up with the right one?” In Ally…

The uber lucky winner of this Blackberry phone has been announced here. Orange Magazine TV is only 15 months old in the online business but we have so many reasons to be thankful for. Now with a new and improved website courtesy of our web administrator and co-editor Mhel Ignacio, our website is now more accessible, ‘user-friendly’ and more updated than ever. We’ve been conducting some raffle contests and this time, we’re giving out one special prize exclusive to our MAILING LIST subscribers. We’re giving away this brand new BLACKBERRY phone! Need we say more? :-)

Just saw the 1st episode of The Kitchen Musical at ABS-CBN 2 and I can’t help but review this sizzling new show. I guess everyone is familiar already with the American hit TV series “GLEE” that I think started this trend. It’s actually the same with The Kitchen Musical except this one is more serious and focuses on the lives of people working in a posh restaurant – the chef, the general manager, the staff, etc.

ALCATEL will be launching their endorser this October and they’re giving everyone a chance to guess who this mystery male celebrity who will be endorsing the ALCATEL ONE TOUCH. To join, LIKE the Alcatel Facebook Page to get access to clues. Visit the “Guess the New Guy Promo” tab. Clues will be given on a daily basis. Post your answer in their comment section. Only one guess per day is allowed.