Author: Jeman Villanueva

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…

The country’s number one cable channel, Cinema One, is treating its viewers to “The Outrage” which is airing for the first time on Philippine television this Sunday (March 9). “The Outrage” stars Eurasian Thai actor Mario Maurer who, with his vast range of projects done, has gained widespread popularity in the Philippines. Maurer had also recently starred in Philippine cinema in the movie “Suddenly It’s Magic,” a Star Cinema production, where he starred alongside Erich Gonzales under the wing of director Rory Quintos. In “The Outrage,” Maurer plays a monk named Anont in a story of crime and mystery set…

GABRIEL MACHT, known the world over as legendary law practitioner HARVEY SPECTER in the provocative television drama SUITS, is confirmed to arrive in the Philippines on 8 March 2014 to visit Ormoc in the province of Leyte. His visit is made possible by Globe Telecom, the country’s leading telecommunications company, in fulfilling its commitment of building a wonderful and resilient Philippines through its Project Wonderful nation-building efforts by helping Typhoon Haiyan survivors in Ormoc City, Leyte. In partnership with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Globe has been granting business to beneficiaries identified by DSWD as part of…

The borderless future is today. With it comes a torrent of opportunities and parallel challenges that usher in a more complex and ambiguous world. Some turn to speed as the best response. Others bet on flexibility, and in this introspection find the enormous potential of a network with people at its center. Come 2015, that network of potential will realize itself as the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) actualizes its vision of an integrated bloc to navigate the intricacies of a globalized world. ASEAN 2015 – the integration of Southeast Asia into one defense, cultural and economic community –…

Kapamilya heartthrob Enchong Dee leads the way as StarStudio gets ready for a big pre-summer splash in its March 2014 issue that is hot, hot, hot! A former bemedalled collegiate athlete, Enchong Dee shares with writer Grace Diez his showbiz beginnings and career rise to his current ‘hot’ leading man status. He also shares with StarStudio readers his business, and a look at his van and Porsche sportscar. He also goes into his latest passion for wakeboarding. Also making his StarStudio debut in this issue is Joseph Marco, currently starring in the primetime hit “Honesto”. In his first-ever feature for…

FIT. FUN. FRESH. MEG March issue is all about summer fresh, summer bodies, and summer loving. Know how SMART Prepaid endorser and Kapuso loveteam Julie Anne San Jose and Elmo Magalona deals with thousands of rabid fans pushing “JuliElmo” to trend as often as they can and their plans on navigating their careers, as told to Klara Iskra Añonuevo. Photography: BJ Pascual Art Direction: Ionne Ocampo Stylist: Rain P. Dagala Makeup: Denise Go-Ochoa Hair: Jay Wee Sittings Editor: Ning Hilario MEG March 2014 is now available in book stands nationwide.

Francis Michael Arroyo Magalona, Jr., better known Frank Magalona is following the footstep of his late father, not just in music, but also in designing thru MAN FROM MLA (MFM) under FrancisM Clothing Co. The 26-year-old Kapuso actor and rapper will be launching his designs at the SM Rosario Event Center in Rosario, Cavite this coming March 8, 2014. Aside from the meet and greet, there will be live performances from THE MAGALONAS, HARDWARE SYNDROME, and DJ SUPREMEFIST.Frank Magalona is the son of the late master rapper Francis Magalona and Pia Magalona. He has 4 sisters namely Unna Lu, Maxene…

In matching the country’s unstoppable growth, Globe Telecom’s broadband brand Tattoo rounds up its services with faster, stronger and better connections, to make sure you get the most reliable broadband possible. This year, whether at Home or on the go, Tattoo empowers you to break expectations so you can make your mark. Opening up a wonderful world of possibilities, Tattoo Home Broadband makes every household keep up as it unleashes the fastest broadband connection with its upgraded speeds within the same and more affordable plan. Starting at Plan 1599, the formerly 3 Mbps Tattoo Home Broadband bundle has now been…

Frolic at the heart of the capital this summer as the Manila Hotel presents its five fun deals and packages for the season. Whether it’s with friends, family or over the Holy Week break, guests can stay at the Grande Dame’s historic halls with its seasonal promotions: For inquiries and reservations on any of the Manila Hotel’s promotional packages, please call 5270011 local 1175 to 1179 or email [email protected]. To find out more about the Manila Hotel’s events and promotions this summer, please visit subscribe to our social media updates via Facebook (www.facebook.com/ManilaHotel), Twitter (@ManilaHotel) and Instagram (@Manila_Hotel).

Finally, last year’s breakout viral success ‘Ellen Adarna Exercise Video’ gets the parody it deserves! In this shot-for-shot remake, Manila-based viral video producers Green Mango imagines a scenario in which a hopelessly out of shape guy gets inspired to work out after watching Ellen Adarna’s infamous exercise video. What do you think of this parody video? Share your comment below.

February is the month of giving love and showing people how much you care. Even at the tender age of nineteen, rising star Jasmin Curtis-Smith is no stranger to bringing happiness and hope to others. During the relief operations for Typhoon Maring, for example, the young celebrity worked with World Vision and Habagat response teams to provide relief goods for victims. As the newest member of Goldilocks family, it is clear that Jasmine’s dedication for community work remains among her top priorities. Together with representatives from the country’s  number one bakeshop, the young actress recently visited White Cross Children’s Home to share…