This year’s Christmas is definitely unique from what we are often used to and that’s okay as long as we are spending it with the ones we love and care about. With the help of the internet, we can still continue the family bonding at home through various activities like cooking the Noche Buena feast together, wrapping gifts, decorating the house, and watching classic holiday flicks over snacks and drinks.
For a seamless and worry-free viewing experience, Globe At Home Unli Plans is the perfect partner this Christmas (and beyond!). Choose from UNLI Plans available starting from Plan 1699 with speeds up toq2 20 mbps, Plan 1899 up to 30 Mbps, Plan 2499 up to 50 Mbps, and Plan 2899 up to 100 Mbps for FAST UNLI FIBER home internet connection.
These plans also come with amazing freebies that give you access to world-class entertainment! With the UNLI Plan 2899, the family can enjoy 3 months of subscription to leading entertainment platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, HBO Go, and Viu Premium to binge-watch timeless Christmas films and personal favorites. Now that work and school are off for the holidays, movie and series marathons are definitely on!
With Amazon Prime Video, you’ll never run out of content to watch. From critically acclaimed and award-winning Amazon Originals to kids' content, there’s surely something for everyone to enjoy just like the new series, The Pack, which is perfect for family viewing! Watch adorable dogs and pups with their humans as they embark on a challenging adventure across the globe. Who doesn’t like dogs, anyway?
HBO GO, on the other hand, lets you stream new releases the same time as the US, on live TV or on-demand. It also lets you access six live TV channels of HBO, HBO Hits, HBO Family, HBO Signature, Cinemax, and Red by HBO. For this season, follow an endearing holiday tale of a troubled Christmas store elf in Last Christmas starring Emilia Clarke and Henry Golding.
Finally, get a dose of your favorite KDramas and other Asian content with Viu Premium! Watch True Beauty on-demand and satisfy your K-drama cravings with series, variety shows, movies and more!
The UNLI Plan 2899 also comes with a free 6 months subscription to Konsulta MD, giving your family the gift of health this Christmas. This lets you avail of 24/7 services from skilled and licensed Filipino doctors who can provide safe medical assessment and advice on basic healthcare and proper medication.
As a simple way of giving back to its subscribers, Globe At Home brings you a special 12 Treats of Christmas Promo where you can win amazing prizes and freebies! Just download the Globe At Home app on the App Store or Google Play Store to know more!
Know more about what Globe At Home UNLI Plan best fits your connectivity and lifestyle needs this season by visiting the Globe At Home Online Shop here. #Recreate the #HolidaysRightAtHome. 12/25/2020 (TV Series Craze)
Last December 3, Paradise Rising artists Kiana V, Fern, Jason Dhakal, Massiah, and Leila Alcasid performed alongside 88rising artists and other global acts on the Double Happiness Winter Wonder Festival featured on Globe Virtual Hangouts. This is the inaugural event of the newest concert platform that aims to showcase the best of Asian talents, Eastern Standard Time.
In line with this, Virtual Hangouts invited Kiana V for an exclusive Double Happiness Festival online meet and greet where she shared how the experience perform
ing in the online fest was plus some never before told stories about her hit songs. Lucky fans also got to ask her their personal questions and even received surprise giveaways!
About performing in the Double Happiness Winter Wonder Festival Kiana described the experience as “thrilling” especially having to work with an amazing crew for the show. “I hadn’t performed outside of my bedroom for a very long time. It kinda made me a little anxious at the start knowing that I’ll be in front of a professional crew where I have to get all dressed up and perform for more than just my camera,” she added. “I’m excited for this crazy pandemic to blow over, because it’s really so much fun to work with different people and that was what I enjoyed the most.”
To get ready for her performance, Kiana had to go back to doing her vocal exercises religiously and mentally prepare herself. “It was really a lot of mental preparation that went into it, reminding myself that ‘it’s back to work’ and being open to collaboration and feedback.”
Stories behind the hits During the meet and greet, Kiana played a little game of spin the wheel with the host where she had to share a trivia or a fun fact behind each song that the wheel will land on. Here’s some of our favorites:
Corners started as poetry that Kiana wrote while on a flight to Malaysia. Eventually, she found herself in California with some friends where she started singing the then poem over music. “It just fit so well so we decided that we’re going to work together and make it a full song.”
When it comes to her collaboration with Filipino-Aussie artist and producer Billy Davis, No Rush, Kiana originally envisioned to be an ethereal, RnB ballad type of song, but after working on it with Billy in the studio, it had turned out to be the upbeat and danceable track that we all love. She noted that this is one of the things that she loves about working with producers in the studio, because you’ll never know where they will take you.
On the shooting of the Safe Place music video, Kiana shared that despite it being a crazy and worrisome time in California due to the rising COVID-19 cases, the 88rising and Paradise Rising teams were so collaborative and quick to send inspiration and moodboards. The play on different fabrics as seen on the video is the director’s idea to convey how something so beautiful can also be suffocating. It’s thinking that you have found your safe place but in the end, it’s not as safe as you think.
What’s next for Kiana V? 2021 is going to be a good year for all fans of Kiana, because according to her, she will be releasing “lots of new music” of the year to come. No details yet but be sure to always be on the lookout on her social media pages!
Globe Virtual Hangouts has more exclusive events and experiences like this in store for the coming year with more of your favorite artists and bigger international events to watch out for! To join, just open the GlobeOne app, click on the Discover tab, click “View All'' to go to Virtual Hangouts Page, choose your preferred event, and click “Join.” You can also tap the heart icon to save the event or share it to your friends.
For a worry-free experience, register to Globe Prepaid’s Go promos that come with high all access GBs perfect for streaming more content on Virtual Hangouts! Need more data? Get additional 1GB of your favorite apps when you register to GoBOOSTERS on top of your existing promo. All these you can do on the GlobeOne app.
Download the GlobeOne app for free from the Play Store and App Store. To know more about Globe Virtual Hangouts, visit Glbe.co/GlobeOne12/22/2020 (TV Series Craze)
Unlike before, we cannot just head to the mall to stroll, shop, or watch movies at the cinemas whenever we feel bored at home. As a matter of fact, our homes have now become a place for everything including entertainment. Streaming platforms redefined the way content is consumed and Netflix has become a household name for its wide breadth of movies, series, documentaries, and original content that anyone can pull up anytime they feel the need to relax and unwind.
This is why getting yourself a Netflix subscription is one of the most worthwhile purchases you can make nowadays. With all the time we are spending at home, watching movies and series is one way to gain inspiration to pursue and discover new passions like taking on your business dreams with the hit Korean series Start-Up or rehashing your chess-playing skills with The Queen’s Gambit! Already done with these? Here’s a tip: whenever you can’t decide what to watch, or feel like you’ve already watched it all, create a list of your must-watch titles on Netflix and exchange them with your friends. Who knows, you might just discover your next favorite thing!
Whether you are on the go or staying at home, you can stream a whole ton of movies and series uninterrupted (no ads!) and in HD with Netflix’s flexible plans. The Mobile plan is perfect for those who do not want to miss an episode of their favorite shows, while the Premium plan is best for families since it allows streams across four devices.
And with Globe, your Netflix experience is made even more convenient since you can charge your subscription to your Globe Postpaid or Globe At Home Postpaid bill. You can also choose and change your subscription plans anytime depending on what best fits your viewing needs.
“In a time where streaming films and movies have become some sort of a repose for most of us, Globe and Netflix make world class entertainment more accessible to viewers by providing an easier way to pay for their subscription even without a credit card,” said Griselda Bausa-Go, Vice President of Globe's Get Entertained Tribe. “With this, we also aim to encourage Filipinos to watch their favorite shows and movies through legitimate platforms like Netflix.”
Globe Postpaid customers can easily subscribe to Netflix via the GlobeOne App while Globe At Home customers can charge their subscription to their plan to enjoy next-level entertainment in the comfort of your home. For a worry-free viewing experience, you can register to the GoWATCH10 and GoKOREAN10 data add ons with any Go promo of Globe Prepaid, and HomeWATCH199 for Home Prepaid Wifi for additional 4GB for video apps such as Netflix.
With Christmas around the corner, families are already making holiday plans. The pandemic has prohibited us from gathering in large crowds, so we will likely spend the Christmas season at home. Thankfully, the internet has made it possible for us to see and experience the world outside even if we’re indoors.
One of the best ways to spend a holiday weekend is to watch great movies. Globe is recreating the cinema experience with GMovies through its partnership with video on demand (VOD) platform UPSTREAM. Now, you can stream new and classic movies, both local and foreign titles, from the comfort of your home.
Here’s how to make your family’s holiday bonding more special with GMovies and UPSTREAM:
1. Set up a cozy space. An advantage of having movie night at home is that you can design your space the way you want it. Work with what you have, whether it’s a bed, a couch, or a laptop to screen your films. Make it cozy by having a warm blanket, lots of pillows, and enough space to get comfortable.
2. Prepare snacks. What would movie night be without snacks? Recreate the cinema by microwaving some popcorn (with extra butter, of course), or create a grazing spread with all your favorite snacks. Make it fancy with some cheese and cold cuts, or keep it casual with your favorite chips, nachos, and soda.
3. Fun activities between movies. A movie marathon can be long and you’ll want time to stretch your legs and move around in between films. Use the time to bond with your family by having fun activities, like a board or card game, a chance to cook some snacks or refill drinks, or just sit around and talk about the last movie you watched.
4. Watch classic Filipino films. The Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) is a much-awaited annual cinematic event, made even more special this year by a pre-festival retrospective to be mounted byGMovies and UPSTREAM. MMFF has always been diverse with their offerings, so the pre-game will have movies for everyone. Comedy fans will love Die Beautiful (2016) and Enteng Kabisote: Okay Ka Fairy Ko... The Legend (2004), while those who love rom-coms can stream English Only, Please (2014). For horror fans, there’s Shake, Rattle & Roll 2K5 (2005), The Echo or Sigaw (2004), and Spirit Warriors (2000). The MMFF retrospective runs from December 7 to 24.
5. Welcome Christmas with the MMFF. This year’s MMFF will welcome Christmas yet again on December 25. This year’s lineup includes interesting titles, such as Antoinette Jadaone’s Fan Girl, which premiered at the Tokyo International Film Festival; the rom-com and boy’s love film The Boy Foretold by the Stars; and Magikland, a big-budget sci-fi movie directed by the late Peque Gallaga.
To get movie night started, families can simply visit the GMovies website, select the movie they want to watch, and pay via GCash or debit or credit card. Make bonding time with the family more special during the holidays with a movie marathon with GMovies and UPSTREAM!
For more information, visit the GMovies website at gmovies.ph/ or follow GMovies on Facebook (facebook.com/GMoviesApp) and Instagram (@GMovies). 12/17/2020 (TV Series Craze)
Christmas is the most awaited season for most Filipinos, especially children, but the COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically changed the way the upcoming holidays will be celebrated—it’s going digital!
Save the Children Philippines is launching eSave Natin ang Pasko, an online fundraising campaign that encourages everyone to unite in saving the Christmas spirit through a series of joyous and meaningful activities to provide joy and hope to children. These include 22 million learners, who have been experiencing major challenges such as the lack of access to learning materials and internet connection, as they struggle to learn from home.
The proceeds of the Christmas fundraising campaign will support the learning needs of children in poor households in Metro Manila, typhoon-stricken places in Eastern Visayas, and the conflict-affected areas in Mindanao. It will also support children with disabilities, those from indigenous communities and from hard to reach areas.
“Even if classes are conducted through distance learning or will resume via face-to-face, millions of children will still need our support as they continue to be deprived of their right to education since their families do not have the means to support their learning needs,” said Atty. Alberto Muyot, Chief Executive Officer of Save the Children Philippines.
eSave Natin ang Pasko also promotes the importance of a nurturing home through the “Mapagkalingang Tahanan” advocacy – where every member of the family, especially children, receives the support they need so they learn, survive, and are protected.
“Mapagkalingang Tahanan” emphasizes the critical role of parents, guardians, and caregivers in the continued learning of children and aims to provide them the knowledge and skills to facilitate their children’s learning.
Also, in keeping with the tradition of Christmas caroling, eSave Natin ang Pasko features “Namamasko po!” – a fun group activity by schools, families, and companies showcasing their musical talent and creativity.
eSave Natin ang Pasko will be highlighted by a digital concert entitled “Awit Para Sa Mga Bata” on December 18 where Gary Valenciano, Lea Salonga, Martin Nievera, Regine Velasquez Alcasid, Ogie Alcasid, Arnel Pineda, Bamboo, Gian Magdangal, Lara Maigue, Kayla Rivera and Sam Shoaf will serenade the audience in the Philippines and those living abroad with Christmas songs. The digital concert will be produced by prominent theater artists Menchu Lauchengco Yulo and Michael Williams, together with Save the Children Philippines’ Bianca Elizalde. Catch Awit para sa mga Bata online on December 18, 2020, starting at 7pm. If you can’t catch the concert live, the video link will be active until December 19, 2020.
To watch the concert, make a donation through https://ticket2me.net/e/32182. Each ticket is P800. Your donation will provide one family with a Family Learning Kit to help children learn during the pandemic.
Donors and participants who will pledge their support to eSave Natin ang Pasko will receive tokens of appreciation and a chance to be featured on the social media pages of Save the Children and its Ambassadors Katarina Rodriguez, Xia Vigor, and Ria Atayde.
“Education empowers children especially those in dire situations, and supporting their learning needs will save their lives and their future,” said Muyot. You can read about all the projects under eSave Natin Ang Pasko and how you can help here: https://www.savethechildren.org.ph/get-involved/esavenatinangpasko/. 12/16/2020 (TV Series Craze)
Beginning December 11, finish the week right with well-loved GMA dramas only on Kapuso Weekend Watchfest!
Ten episodes in bite-sized clips of “The Rich Man’s Daughter”, “Someone to Watch over Me”, and “Let the Love Begin” are uploaded weekly on GMA Network’s official Facebook page.
Facebook users now have the chance to watch “The Rich Man’s Daughter,” the ground-breaking 2015 drama series that bravely tackled lesbianism on Philippine TV. Rhian Ramos showcases her versatility as an actress as she breathes life to the main character, Jade. Everyone’s perspective of her life and her persona will change once she finds love with another woman (Glaiza de Castro). Episodes of The Rich Man’s Daughter are uploaded every Friday at 3PM.
Uploaded every Saturday at 3PM are episodes of “Someone to Watch over Me”. The story, bannered by Tom Rodriguez, Lovi Poe, and Max Collins, is about a wife’s unwavering love for her husband who is suffering from early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. The romantic drama series is directed by the late Maryo J. delos Reyes.
And finally, relive the kilig moments and fall in love all over again with “Let the Love Begin,” the beautiful story of Jeni (Aiai Delas Alas) and Tony (Gardo Versoza) and their respective children Erick (Ruru Madrid) and Pia (Gabbi Garcia). Can their love help their parents heal their wounds? Will Jeni and Tony let the love begin for Erick and Pia? Episodes are uploaded every Sunday at 3PM.
Through Kapuso Weekend Watchfest, Kapuso fans and even non-Filipino speakers can watch these topnotch GMA dramas with English subtitles directly on GMA Network’s Facebook page! Never miss any episode by following GMA Network on www.facebook.com/GMANetwork. 12/16/2020 (TV Series Craze)
Perkinspiredflix, a local Philippine production company to air youth show Kaibigan the Series. It will be shown on TV every Saturday morning, starting December 5, 2020 at 8:45am. It will tackle the lives of four friends amidst the COVID-19 lockdown.
It stars young talents Jesse Perkins, Christian Perkins, Lianne Valentin and Janina Vela.
The series will go through different themes of adolescence i.e. anxiety, productivity, depression, maintaining peace in relationships, navigating familyproblems, love, honesty and faith.
Meanwhile, here is the video coverage during the recently concluded virtual mediacon. Let's all watch this:
Perkinspiredflix CEO Tarny Perkins emphasized on the hope of the Kaibigan The Series for the Filipino Youth. “The new normal, the result of COVID-19 is forcing us to face tough problems for the first time. Kaibigan brings hope and love through friendship, to help youth and families who are struggling through these changes brought about by the pandemic.”
One of the lead actors Jesse Perkins, also said he hopes the series will serve as an inspiration to today’s youth. “A friend (Kaibigan) provides strength to get through difficult times,” he added.
For more series updates, visit the official Facebook page at facebook.com/Kaibigan.ofc. 12/05/2020 (TV Series Craze)
If GMA has its own GMA Telebabad and ABS-CBN has its Primetime Bida, TV5 on the other hand has very own Primetime Todo with a powerful lineup of new TV series and TV shows with different genres!
This year is indeed a year of TV5! They started the BER months with a blast! And just this November, their surprise to the viewers never stop! They are now one of the biggest and the most powerful TV networks in terms of giving us quality TV shows to enjoy with!
And just this week, we had a grand mediacon revealing the newest TV programs which are part of this huge Primetime Todoblock!
Let me share with you first my live video coverage of our mediacon including my virtual interview to the casts of one of their TV shows. Here they go:
The Live MediaCon Coverage:
The Casts Interview:
Now, let's get to know the details of these new TV series and TV shows of TV5's much anticipated Primetime Todo. Here they go:
TV5, through its partnership with Cignal TV, will dominate your primetime evenings and bring an influx of fresh and familiar stars as they launch the newest lineup of teleseryes starting this Monday, November 23. Cignal Entertainment, the film and television production arm of Cignal TV, has commissioned Archangel Media to bring Ate ng Ate Ko & Carpool, Cornerstone Entertainment for Stay-in Love, and Viva Entertainment to bring Bella Bandida and Kagat ng Dilim.
Through Cignal Entertainment, TV5 continues to live up to its promise of inspiring and empowering its Filipino viewers with original and remarkable content; offering a wave of new programs ranging from drama, romance, action and suspense. They are likewise, introducing an alternative way that viewers can enjoy their programs through their 9:30 PM primetime block, PRIMETIME TODO.
Now, viewers can enjoy once-a-week series in a variety of genres delivered from Monday-Friday. The PRIMETIME TODO block brings five (5) new shows that will give the viewers a variety of exciting stories to fill their weekday evenings with, namely: Ate Ng Ate Ko (Monday), Stay In Love (Tuesday), Bella Bandida (Wednesday), Carpool (Thursday), and Kagat ng Dilim (Friday).
Undoubtedly, quality entertainment is at the heart of TV5’s core mission as they continue to provide opportunities for people in the entertainment industry and more meaningful reasons to come together, offering viewers access to a wide array of programs.
Popular actors Kris Bernal and Isabelle de Leon make their return on screen as they star in the newest weekly primetime series, Ate ng Ate Ko, alongside Jake Cuenca, Tonton Gutierrez, Joem Bascon, Kim Last, and Phil Noble. The show boasts a dramatic yet cryptic narrative of two sisters whose differences get in the way of their loving relationship. A mysterious incident causes the sisters to switch roles. The story also tackles a psychological condition called ‘dissociative fugue’ which is a rare form of amnesia wherein one loses awareness of their identity or other important personal information. The pilot episode is set to premiere this November 23 and will air every Monday at 9:30 PM on TV5.
Next on TV5’s slew of fresh primetime teleserye is the romantic comedy that will make viewers swoon with excitement. Stay-in Love follows the journey of a young and charming lady, played by Maris Racal, whose dream is to become a maid. As the story unfolds, the audience will be introduced to more characters; all scrambling to get their lives in order and find answers to their troubles. Joining Maris Racal and Ruffa Gutierrez in this light-hearted rom-com are Bobby Andrews, Pooh, Marc David, and breakout artist Kokoy de Santos. Stay-in Love is set to launch this November 24 and will air on TV5 every Tuesday at 9:30 PM.
From the producers of action-packed women starrers “Buy Bust” and “Maria” comes Bella Bandida, an action-drama series loosely based on the classic comic book by National Artist Francisco V. Coching. The series is headlined by Ryza Cenon as Bella Banida, an idealistic doctor who inherits mystical powers and uses them to fight injustice and avenge a heinous crime inflicted upon her by a gang of ruthless men. This series will showcase a different kind of female power. Premiering this November 25 on TV5, it will air every Wednesday at 9:30 PM.
Carpool is the newest suspense thriller series which will tackle the lives of four young individuals portrayed by Sarah Carlos, Alex Diaz, Kate Lapuz, and Kenneth Medrano. The series starts with the four sharing a carpool ride together, that leads them to a whirlwind of tragedy and horrific hauntings that will continue to follow them. The mysteries of Carpool further unravel as a former classmate, portrayed by Elora Espano, is suspected to be behind the events that haunt the four passengers. What is mind boggling though, is that, the said suspect that continues to torment them is already dead. Viewers can catch Carpool on TV5 starting November 26 and will air every Thursday at 9:30 PM.
Kagat ng Dilim, is the 2020 evolution of the horror anthology series in the early 2000s. This time, four of the most talented, young and well-known directors of the genre were enlisted to craft 13 episodes of terrifying tales that have haunted the minds of Filipinos. The stories, created by directors Lawrence Fajardo, Richard Somes, Paul Basinillo and Rae Red, are set to give a new generation of Pinoy horror fans a few more reasons to be afraid of the dark. Headlined by top Viva talents such as Matteo Guidicelli, Cristine Reyes, Maui Taylor & Ella Cruz, the series is launching this November 27 and will air every Friday at 9:30PM.
Ate ng Ate Ko, Stay-in Love, and Carpool will have a next day catch-up airing every 5:30 PM via One Screen on Cignal TV Channel 09 and SatLite Channel 35. Bella Bandida and Kagat ng Dilim will also have its catch-up airings: Bella Bandida starting November 27 airing Fridays at 7:00 PM and Kagat ng Dilim starting November 28, airing Saturdays at 7:00 PM; both via the SARI SARI Channel on Cignal TV Channel 03 and SatLite Channel 30.
What’s more, you can access both One Screen and SARI SARI Channel via the Cignal Play app. Download for FREE for Android and iOS users.
Indeed, Cignal Entertainment & TV5 remain true to its mission in redefining the television experience. These giants continue to showcase Filipino ingenuity and highlight passion by providing its viewers outstanding production. Creativity and collaboration will continue to remain at the heart of Philippine entertainment; and TV5’s Bigger Better BER Months campaign is a testament to that.
Congrats TV5! This is another milestone in the history of Philippine television. Keep it up! 11/27/2020 (TV Series Craze)
Actress and model Ivana Alawi joins the growing Tanduay family as the brand’s newest calendar girl.
“Ivana embodies the modern calendar girl — someone who’s strong, hardworking, and has a heart for helping others. She also knows when to relax and have a good time with friends and family. We gladly welcome her here at Tanduay,” said Paul Lim, Senior Vice President for Sales and Marketing of Tanduay Distillers, Inc.
Ivana will appear in the 2021 calendar of the company, with photos shot by renowned Filipino photographer Mark Nicdao. Aside from being Tanduay Calendar Girl, digital col-laborations are in the works between Ivana and the world’s number one rum.
“I am honored,” Ivana said of being chosen as the latest Tanduay Calendar Girl. “Not everybody is given the chance to be a calendar girl, and I’m happy that Tanduay gave that to me. I am also happy because of the beautiful outcome of the photos. It was a beautiful collaboration that I am truly proud of.”
Ivana said that she sees the Tanduay Calendar Girl as someone who is strong and inde-pendent – ideals that she embodies. Most recently, Ivana earned the admiration of netizens for taking the time to personally pack and deliver goods to the families in Caga-yan affected by the flooding caused by Typhoon Ulysses.
This is not the first time that she took part in charitable work. Ivana has also previously organized relief efforts to help families affected by the lockdown due to the pandemic.
Meanwhile, here are the different versions of Tanduay 2021 Calendar featuring Ivana plus photos during the launch:
Born Mariam Sayed Sameer Marbella Al-Alawi, Ivana is half Moroccan and half Filipino. The 23-year-old has appeared in numerous teleseryes and has been awarded the Best New Female Personality for Television in the 33rd PMPC Star Awards for Television.
A popular social media personality, Ivana has 6.3 million followers on Instagram and her YouTube channel has 9.9 million subscribers. Currently, she is busy creating vlogs, shoots, and brand partnerships.
Tanduay’s previous calendar girls include Heart Evangelista, Jessy Mendiola, Erich Gon-zales, Jennilyn Mercado, Bela Padilla, and Barbie Imperial.11/21/2020 (TV Series Craze)
Just when most of the traditional Christmas events and specials have been put on hold because of the pandemic, TV5 will premiere "PAANO ANG PASKO?", a star-studded Christmas serye that is tailor made for the times. Starring some of the most promising and biggest names in the Philippine entertainment industry, "PAANO ANG PASKO?" is created by Palanca Hall of Famer Jun Robles Lana and directed by Enrico Quizon, Ricky Davao and Perci Intalan.
This special drama series revolves around a family’s unprecedented holiday gathering and how old wounds and struggles threaten to dampen the supposed joyous occasion. The series assembles a powerhouse cast that marks the return to television drama of two award winning actresses: Urian winner Maricel Laxa who plays Faith, the loving matriarch who is about to discover a long kept family secret, and Cinemalaya winner Julia Clarete who plays Love, the eldest daughter whose past is coming back to haunt not just her but her entire family.
A familiar lead in most top rating teleseryes, Beauty Gonzalez plays Hope, the second daughter that has a past with her sister's husband. Young actor Elijah Canlas also stars in his first teleserye after winning Best Actor at the 17th Asian Film Festival in Rome and at the 43rd Urian Awards. He takes on the role of Noel, the troubled grandson who is about to discover the truth about his lineage.
Meanwhile, here are the casts and directors photo gallery:
Alongside these remarkable talents are the veteran actors Ricky Davao and Allan Paule, with Ejay Falcon, John Sweet Lapus, Matt Evans, Danita Paner, Devon Seron, Cedrick Juan, Ace Ismael and introducing Justine Buenaflor.
Viewers were given a preview of the serye through a music video of “Pasko Na Sinta Ko” performed by Jona, posted on the IdeaFirst and TV5 social media channels. It has since garnered hundreds of thousands of views and excitement among Filipino viewers.
Produced by The IdeaFirst Company for Cignal Entertainment "PAANO ANG PASKO?" premieres this November 23, Monday to Friday at 9:00 PM on TV5. 11/19/2020 (TV Series Craze)
RED Broadband, a new partnership to bring to every Filipino home the latest unlimited fiber broadband and payTV service, is formalized between Cignal TV and Radius Telecoms. Radius Telecoms COO Jenevi L. Dela Paz, MERALCO President and CEO Atty. Ray C. Espinosa, Radius Telecoms President and CEO Exequiel C. Delgado, Cignal TV President and CEO Robert P. Galang, and Cignal TV CFO John L. Andal were present to ink the partnership.
Spending more of our lives online due to the pandemic, there is a crying need for faster and more reliable internet access for online education and work from home needs.
Radius Telecoms, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Manila Electric Co. (MERALCO) and the only telecommunications carrier in the Philippines that delivers services on an end-to-end fiber optic platform, is responding to this nationwide clamor with RED Broadband, the country’s newest and most reliable broadband internet player.
Cignal TV, Inc., the country’s premier Direct-to-Home satellite provider transmitting 120 channels, including free-to-air, SD, and HD channels to households nationwide is partnering with Radius Telecoms to bring to every Filipino home the best fiber broadband and payTV service designed for every household budget.
RED Broadband is offering to consumers unlimited fiber internet + Pay TV plan for as low as P1299 per month. 11/17/2020 (TV Series Craze)
ABS-CBN TFC releases new content for the enjoyment of overseas Filipinos, including those who are based across the Asia Pacific... and there is more to come! Early in the fourth quarter, TFC introduced the latest batch of Pinay beauty queens, best-loved 90s OPM (Original Pilipino Music), and all-new projects from favorite Kapamilya stars led by box office stars Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo.
Digital Movie Series “The House Arrest of Us”
Among the new content is the first Star Cinema digital movie series and KathNiel’s comeback project, “The House Arrest of Us,” which proves to be highly anticipated with its teaser garnering at least 3.67 million views on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter 48 hours since upload. The pilot episode has likewise trended on Twitter on its premiere last October 24.
The romance comedy will see Q (Bernardo) and Korics (Padilla) toughen it out through their engagement, opposing family opinions, and being on total hard lockdown during the pandemic. The 13-episode weekly digital movie series is now available worldwide on iWantTFC (iwanttfc.com), TFC IPTV, and KTx.ph until January 16, 2021.
During the media conference for the show, select TFC Asia Pacific media partners were able to join and meet Kathryn and Daniel, and the rest of the cast which includes seasoned stars Herbert Bautista, Ruffa Gutierrez, Gardo Versoza, Arlene Mulach, Dennis Padilla, and Hyubs Azarcon, and young talents Alora Samsam, Riva Quenery, and Anthony Jennings.
As most members of the cast hope to visit Japan once the Covid-19 pandemic is over, Kathryn and Daniel gave a message of hope to the overseas Filipinos, especially those who are away from their families. Kathryn, who got the chance to mingle with some overseas Filipinos in Hong Kong while shooting the film “Hello, Love, Goodbye,” tells them: “Huwag kalimutang alagaan ang sarili. Sana mapasaya kayo ng project na ito. Maraming Salamat dahil hanggang ngayon ay ramdam na ramdam namin yung suporta ng mga Kapamilya natin sa iba’t ibang bansa specifically in Hong Kong (Never forget to take care of yourself. We hope this project will cheer you up. Our deepest thanks for your support from all over the world, especially in Hong Kong.).” While Daniel adds: “Kayo ang tunay na mga idol namin (You are our real idols).”
Catch “The House Arrest of Us” by simply downloading the iWantTFC app or logging on to iwanttfc.com and get your Season Pass for only AUD 14.99*, NZD 16.99*, JPY 1220*, SGD 14.98*, and USD 9.99 (*with VAT). The series will also be available on TFC IPTV at the same price. With iWantTFC and TFC IPTV season passes, viewers are able to watch unlimitedly anytime, anywhere their favorite episodes on their chosen device.
Back-to-Back Pinoy Pride
The final months of the year aren’t just for those bitten by the lovebug or in search of laughter. TFC Asia Pacific also has something for the music-and-theater-loving viewers and the cut-throat pageant aficionados.
Those who missed out on the earlier screenings of the sought-after Philippine stage play, “Ang Huling El Bimbo The Musical,” will once again get the chance to reminisce the good old days of the 90s with the hits of the iconic Filipino rock band, the Eraserheads from October 23 to December 22 through iWantTFC & TFC IPTV.
Subscribe to the 48-hour screening of “Ang Huling El Bimbo The Musical” for AUD 10.99, JPY 900, SGD 10, and USD 7.99 on both iWantTFC and TFC IPTV.
Meantime, followers of the pageant circuit can reminisce the journey of Miss Universe Philippines 2020 Rabiya Mateo in winning the crown through the “Miss Universe Philippines Ring Light” – a reality online series that goes “behind the scenes and beyond the spotlight” which is still available on TFC IPTV.
Watch the 8-episode ‘Miss Universe Philippines Ring Light’ on TFC IPTV starting November 9 by purchasing the Season Pass for USD 2.99.
Miss Universe Philippines Ring Light is now available on iWantTFC via a season pass: • Season Pass selling until Nov 26, 2020 only • Every subscriber will be given 30-day access from the date of purchase • Available across Asia Pacific, except Hong Kong
Purchase these fresh TFC content via credit or debit card (Visa and Mastercard), Unionpay, and Paypal. Viewers in Hong Kong may also pay through their TNG Mastercard, Alipay, and WeChat Pay.
While TFC IPTV subscribers may reload their KBO wallet (Japan) or purchase using the credit card linked to the IPTV account (Australia and New Zealand). 11/13/2020 (TV Series Craze)
Mark your calendars for the first ever virtual reality concert in the Philippines, Alden’s Reality (AR), happening this December 8.
Alden’s Reality celebrates the 10th anniversary in the entertainment industry of Asia’s Multimedia Star Alden Richards and will utilize the cutting-edge technology of a virtual reality to bring the Kapuso star closer to his fans.
And since it’s online, concert-goers from all over the world can enjoy a night full of energetic and powerful performances in a one-of-a-kind viewing experience produced by Synergy: A GMA Collaboration.
For those who have yet to secure their e-ticket, here’s how:
1. Head over to www.GMANetwork.com/synergy and create an account. A form will pop-up where you can input your personal details and click the “sign up” button. Wait for the confirmation to be sent to your email to verify your account and direct you to the site’s log in page.
2. Go to the Home page and Buy Ticket. Scroll down the Home page and find the ‘Buy Ticket’ option. This will take you to the event calendar where you can pick a preferred date and timeslot to attend the concert. Choose carefully as all ticket sales are final once purchased. Be sure to click the READ TICKET DESCRIPTION for a final review of your details.
3. Select your desired ticket. There are two kinds of tickets: GENERAL ADMISSION and VIP (inclusive of one VR device and is limited to Philippine residents only). Afterwards, click Continue. Note that you can only buy one ticket per transaction.
4. Choose a payment method. Payment instructions will flash on the screen to show different payment channels. Once paid, you will receive your e-ticket via email, along with other details on accessing the virtual reality concert.
5. Check your GMA Synergy account. You may view your e-ticket anytime through the ticket page on your GMA Synergy account.
6. Wait for the link. Five days before the actual date of Alden’s Reality (AR), a link will be sent to your email to access the concert. Please be reminded that you cannot share this link with others.
7. Be part of Alden’s Reality (AR)! On December 8, just click on the link and prepare for an immersive experience!
For more information and updates, visit www.gmanetwork.com/synergy and like www.facebook.com/GMASynergy. 11/12/2020 (TV Series Craze)
This December 8, witness a global event never before seen in Philippine entertainment history as GMA Network presents “Alden’s Reality” — the country's first ever virtual reality concert, bannered by no less than Asia’s Multimedia Star Alden Richards.
"Alden’s Reality (AR)" gives Alden’s fans a virtual date like no other, combining cutting-edge technology and performances to produce a full-length concert and online interaction with their idol. Alden will take concertgoers to a journey that celebrates his 10 colorful years in the entertainment industry. From heartfelt songs to adrenaline-filled dance numbers, Alden is sure to indulge everyone across the globe in his first ever virtual concert. A surprise treat also awaits his fans.
Shot in 360-degree, concertgoers not only have access to front-row view, but they are also in for an immersive experience from the comforts of their home.
Tickets can be purchased by logging on to www.gmanetwork.com/synergy. Philippine buyers are also given a special VIP package option at Php 1,200 which includes one (1) general admission ticket plus one (1) exclusive VR device to Alden's Reality show. This special VR device takes the concertgoer to another level of enjoying the show which is set to begin streaming online at 9 pm on December 8 (Philippine time).
“Through ‘Alden’s Reality,’ we are bringing you the future of Philippine concert landscape,” shares GMA Regional TV and Synergy Vice President and Head Oliver Amoroso. “We are more than excited that we are featuring Alden for our first virtual concert and that it also falls under the 70th anniversary of GMA Network. This is only the beginning. Synergy: A GMA Collaboration will be producing more events that will not only bring our Kapuso closer to their favorite artists but will also give them a unique concert experience wherever part of the Philippines and the globe they may be. We hope to see you all, virtually, on December 8.”
“2020 has been a challenging year for everyone because of the pandemic,” says GMA Entertainment Group Vice President for Business Development Department III Darling de Jesus Bodegon. “We hope that through ‘Alden’s Reality,’ we can bring joy to all our Kapuso not just here in the Philippines but all over the world. We are also happy that we are able to celebrate with Alden his 10 wonderful years in the entertainment industry via this virtual-reality concert. We have been a witness to Alden’s growth as an actor and a celebrity and we are proud that he has remained humble though all these years. Alden’s Reality is his gift to all his fans who continue to support him and his journey as a Kapuso.”
Alden’s Reality (AR) is produced by Synergy: A GMA Collaboration, a group that produces ticketed and non-ticketed events and activities catering to all Filipinos across the globe. This is also GMA Network’s treat to loyal Kapuso as the country’s leading broadcast company marks its 70th anniversary. The concert is directed by Paolo Valenciano.
For more details, visit www.gmanetwork.com/synergy and follow https://www.facebook.com/GMASynergy for updates. 11/12/2020 (TV Series Craze)
TikTok has truly become a space where makers and movers can express themselves fearlessly. It has also become a venue for those who wish to share their knowledge and skills with others. 18-year old Oliver Sullano is one such creator, who, through his content, is able to teach others how to dance along to the latest TikTok trends.
This multifaceted creator is a dancer, artist, athlete, and student. Despite his busy schedule, he is still able to share videos consistently with his followers. Oliver finds balance between all of his responsibilities by focusing on being productive, and avoiding wasting time on unnecessary things. He believes that, with discipline and the right mindset, you can do everything you need and want to do each day.
Oliver has always loved dancing, and this is actually what compelled him to join TikTok. After seeing the various dance videos on the platform, he downloaded the app, and started trying them himself. Before long, he was creating his own original dance videos, along with other reliable content that his followers truly loved.
Once he found out how much happiness his posts could bring to others, Oliver knew he had to keep on creating. For Oliver, the best part about being a TikTok creator is getting to inspire other people to do better, and impacting their lives in a positive way.
He never expected that he could connect with so many people just by doing what he loves and enjoys. This has made the challenge of posting regularly, and learning to deal with unavoidable haters, all worth it. He shares that, if you have even a second to look at negative comments, then you definitely have the time to see and appreciate the good things that are coming your way.
To aspiring creators, Oliver says, never give up. In order to achieve big things in life, you cannot take the easy way. Remember that small progress is still progress. Once you reach your goals, all the effort will be worth it. And, most importantly, love and enjoy what you do.
Share what you know with others by becoming an Edu-Content Creator on #TikTokU! Join the #itstartsonTikTok hashtag challenge to begin your journey, or take it a step further with a hashtag of your own. Download TikTok today on your iOS and Android devices to get started. 10/29/2020 (TV Series Craze)
