Promil Pre-School I-Shine Kapamilya host Dimples Romana is back together with mentor for Visual Arts Xian Lim and new mentor for Performing Arts Karylle to search for kids who have the potential to shine with their talents through Promil Pre-School I-Shine’s latest online talent camp beginning October 5.

For its fourth season, Promil Pre-School and ABS-CBN are bringing the talent search closer to more parents and their children by launching the first online talent camp (www.ishine.abs-cbn.com) to encourage and help mothers to nurture and develop their children’s gifts through comprehensive workshops.

This year, the talent camp expands as workshops will now include lessons in both Performing Arts (singing, dancing, acting, music), and Visual Arts (painting, drawing, crafting). 

“A mom’s role is always important. My mom is my shining light and I wouldn’t be where I am today if it wasn’t for her, that’s why launching Promil Pre-School I-Shine as an online talent camp is a great idea because this will be more accessible to more moms and they can be more involved in nurturing the talents of their kids,” Visual Arts mentor Xian Lim shared.

To join the online talent camp, moms need to register and choose where to enroll their kids, whether performing arts or visual arts in the website (www.ishine.abs-cbn.com).

Once enrolled in the online course, moms and kids will have the chance to watch and learn from video lessons each week taught by celebrity mentors Karylle, John Prats, and Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo for Performing Arts and Xian Lim, Agot Isidro, and Christina Dy for Visual Arts.

Promil Pre-School I-Shine talent camp will have weekly video challenges for students in line with the workshop, which will serve as their audition videos.

Students who will emerge as the Promil Pre-School I-Shine online talent camp champions (one winner per category) will be chosen by the mentors and will win a cash prize, a roster of TV guest appearances, and a contract with ABS-CBN’s Chicken Pork Adobo, among others.

The Promil Pre-School I-Shine Talent Camp aims to help exceptionally talented preschoolers develop their full potential. It is the product of Promil Pre-School’s advocacy in developing Filipino children’s talents with the help of their parents, proper care, and proper nutrition.

According to data from Kantar Media, “On the Wings of Love’s” ‘Most Kilig Night’ episode reached a national TV rating of 22.9%, or almost 9 points higher compared to its rival program on GMA “My Faithful Husband” (14.1%).

As romance and excitement fill the nights of viewers, the show’s official hashtag #OTWOLMostKiligNight garnered more than 1.7 million mentions on Twitter, making it one of the worldwide trending topics on the microblogging site.

Meanwhile, one of the directors of “On the Wings of Love,” Antonette Jadaone, advised fans of the JaDine series to be patient after Clark (James) and Leah (Nadine) almost kissed twice in the episode.

“Sometimes, there are things that we need to patiently wait for so we can savor the feeling of success when we finally get it,” said Direk Antonette in her official Twitter account.

Are Clark and Leah ready to admit their feelings for each other? Or will they continue to deny their feelings because of the promise they made to Jack (Cherry Pie Picache) and Jigs (Albie Casiño)?

Don’t miss the continuation of Clark and Lea’s love story in “On the Wings of Love,” weeknights after “Pangako Sa’yo” on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida. For more information about the program, visit the official social networking site of Dreamscape Entertainment Television at Facebook.com/DreamscapePH, Twitter.com/DreamscapePH, and Instagram.com/DreamscapePH.

Meanwhile, viewers may also catch up on full episodes and past episodes of “On the Wings of Love” through ABS-CBNmobile. For more information, please go to www.abscbnmobile.com.

“It just keeps getting bigger.”

This was the enthusiastic statement of ABS-CBN Managing Director of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Kai V. Rodriguez when she shared the big news that major stars from the United Kingdom will not only appear, but will actually perform at the giant “ASAP 20 Live in London” set for September 6, Sunday, at The SSE Arena Wembley.

ABS-CBN Europe Ltd officially announced today that the legendary British band Spandau Ballet, acclaimed British classical crossover vocal group Blake, and nine cast members of Filipino descent of Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Claude-Michel Schönberg and Alain Boublil’s Miss Saigon in London’s West End will be special guests of this major Filipino event produced by ABS-CBN Corporation and ABS-CBN’s The Filipino Channel (TFC) in Europe.

“You’d think that celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Philippines’ longest-running, top-rating live musical variety show at a venue as historic as The SSE Arena Wembley with scores of the biggest Filipino stars is already as grand as it could get. But the participation of some of the biggest international acts in this event raised the exitement and expectations even multiple notches higher. ABS-CBN and TFC’s collaboration with these respected performers in UK underscores the world-class nature of ‘ASAP 20 Live in London’. This is a Filipino-driven entertainment showcase of the highest level. Filipinos in Europe and all over the world can truly be proud of this milestone,” explains Rodriguez.

Spandau Ballet has sold 25 million records worldwide with 23 hit singles in the three decades they’ve performed together. Members Tony Hadley, John Keeble, Gary Kemp, Martin Kemp and Steve Norman are also set to thrill their countless fans in the Philippines this year via their September 21 show at the Mall of Asia Arena, Manila.

Blake – composed of Ollie Baines, Stephen Bowman and Humphrey Berney, three friends who recorded their first album in 2007, just six months after they reunited on Facebook – had performed already in Manila and even released their Filipino album back in 2013 with Original Pilipino Music (OPM) hits like “Don’t Know What To Say (Don’t Know What To Do)”, “Say That You Love Me”, “You Are My Song” (featuring Rachelle Ann Go) and Tagalog songs, “Sa Isip Ko”, “Kailangan Kita” (feat. Joanna Ampil) and Hotdog’s “Manila”.

The current West End production of Miss Saigon, which swept the board at the 2015 Whatsonstage Awards, winning nine – the most ever won by a single show in the history of the awards, including Best West End Show and Best Revival of a Musical – is also bringing nine of its cast members to “ASAP 20 Live in London”. These are Tanya Manalang (alternate Kim), Christian Ray Marbella (ensemble/alternate Engineer), Natalie Chua, Maria Graciano, Ela Lisondra, Ariel Reonal, Michael Macalintal, Romeo Salazar and Katherine Picar.

Confirmed to be part of the cast of ASAP 20 Live in London are: Aiza Seguerra, Alex Gonzaga, Angeline Quinto, Arci Munoz, Ariel Rivera, Bamboo, Coco Martin, Dawn Zulueta, Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil, Erik Santos, Gary Valenciano, Jake Cuenca, James Reid, Janella Salvador, Jed Madela, Jessy Mendiola, John Prats, Julia Barretto, KC Concepcion, KZ Tandingan, Lani Misalucha, Liza Soberano, Luis Manzano, Maja Salvador, Martin Nievera, Nadine Lustre, Paulo Avelino, Piolo Pascual, Rayver Cruz, Richard Gomez, Richard Poon, Robi Domingo, Sam Milby, Shaina Magdayao, Vina Morales, Xian Lim, Yeng Constantino, and Zsa Zsa Padilla.

For more information on ASAP 20 Live in London and how to purchase tickets, visit www.asap20inlondon.com

ABS-CBN’s latest romantic drama masterpiece, “All of Me,” is the newest addition to the Kapamilya Gold block that highlights second chances at love with a twist in time beginning Monday (August 31).

The romantic drama teleserye revolves around Manuel, a 50-year-old man who defies time just to have his last shot at love after he transforms back to his younger self.

“All of Me” also marks Kapamilya actor JM de Guzman’s major TV comeback after his breakthrough film, “That Thing Called Tadhana” earlier this year.

Joining JM in the latest Kapamilya Gold teleserye are veteran actor Albert Martinez, Kapamilya hunk actor Arron Villaflor, and rising young actress Yen Santos, who will be doing her first daring role as JM’s love interest.

In the story, Manuel (Albert Martinez) a devoted doctor, decides to leave his flourishing career behind by living in an island after his wife dies. He meets Lena (Yen Santos), a young woman who boldly challenges him to embrace life again and despite the age gap, they find themselves in love.

During their honeymoon in the island, a hired killer tries to kill Manuel, but he escapes death when he stumbles upon a magic portal that transforms him back to his younger self. Now, a younger Manuel (JM de Guzman) who discovers that time has advanced faces another big challenge in his life – to seek revenge and win back Lena who is now happily married to his former protégé, Dr. Henry Nieves (Arron Villaflor) or forget her entirely and start a brand new chapter of his life.

How far will Manuel be willing to go for his true love?

Directed by Dondon Santos, “All of Me” is the highly anticipated teleserye that shows viewers love’s great power in pushing boundaries and even, defying time.

The upcoming series will also feature Angel Aquino, Ina Raymundo, Neri Naig, Ana Capri, Micah Munoz, Jordan Herrera, Sue Ann Ramirez, and Akira Morishita.

Don’t miss the premiere of “All of Me” on Monday (August 31) after “It’s Showtime” on ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold. For updates, follow All of Me on Facebook (All of Me TV), Twitter (@AllOfMeTV), and Instagram (@AllOfMeTV).

Concert sweetheart Anne Curtis danced her way to Twitter’s list of trending topics after she showed off her mad twerking skills in a sexy production number yesterday (Aug 17) in “It’s Showtime.”

The hashtag #AnneSexy immediately entered trended on Twitter after netizens posted about and commended her hot performance.

Right after Anne’s performance, the Kapamilya noontime show launched its newest segment “Twerking Girls,” which also generated buzz online. It is just one of “It’s Showtime’s” segments, including “Papa Pogi” and “Sample Queen” that aim to give ordinary people a chance to show their talent and make the madlang people happy.

Before Anne set the stage on fire this week, the program also offered lots of fun last Saturday (Aug 15) with its #FunnyOneMoreTime performances where the “It’s Showtime” hosts and the final five “Funny One” komikeros joined forces in several comic acts.

Vice Ganda and Ryan Rems Sarita swapped jokes about in fictional presidential debate.

Billy Crawford, Vhong Navarro, and Ryan Bang faced off with No Direction in an amusing dance showdown, while Bayani Agbayani nd Nonong Ballinan, and Anne Curtis and Gibis Alejandrino went all out in their skits.

Jugs and Teddy unleashed their inner komikeros by trading punch lines with the father-and-son Crazy Duo.

Viewers nationwide watched the special performances that it recorded a national TV rating of 17.8%, based on data from Kantar Media.

Continue watching “It’s Showtime,” from Mondays to Saturdays on ABS-CBN.

Ryan Rems Sarita did not just bring home the P1 million cash prize after being named the first-ever grand winner of “Funny One.” Now, he has his very own segment on “It’s Showtime” where viewers can watch him crack jokes every day.

“How I became a hit is still a mystery, even to me. I lost in my first weekday match. I thought this was all worthless. And then I lost again. It’s okay. I’m surprised I tapped an audience that does not watch TV or does not have a TV at home,” said the former English instructor and call center agent.

Ryan Rems gained popularity in the early stages of the competition because of his signature line “rock and roll to the world.”

And compared to his fellow komikeros on “Funny One,” Ryan Rems is all relaxed on stage, a style he says he has long used even when he performs at stand-up comedy bars.

“They say my jokes are intelligent, but not really. Let’s put it like this: In a family, one member will get me. The other five will swear at me. That one person is enough for me,” he said.

Ryan Rems’ new segment is just one of the many offerings “It’s Showtime” has in store for its loyal madlang people. And since Ryan Rems started appearing on the noontime program, he has gained more fans, including women.

“Before, I already got used to receiving one or two messages on Facebook per week. Now I can no longer count them. There are women who message me things like, ‘You destroyed my world, Ryan Rems. I am all yours,’” Ryan revealed, laughing.

Despite not being comfortable performing on television before, Ryan Rems has managed to become more calm and enthusiastic on stage as people cheer him on. He also added that he is open to offers that will require him to act or star in a sitcom.

Aside from Ryan Rems, viewers can also expect projects featuring other komikeros – Crazy Duo (1st runner-up), Nonong Ballinan (2nd runner-up), No Direction (3rd runner-up), and Gibis Alejandrino (4th runner-up).

Don’t miss the fun in “It’s Showtime’s,” 12:15PM from Mondays to Fridays and 12NN on Saturdays on ABS-CBN. For updates, follow @ItsShowtimena on Twitter, @ItsShowtimeOfficial_IG on Instagram, and like www.facebook.com/itsShowtimena.

Former English instructor and call center agent Ryan Rems Sarita was named the first grand champion of “It’s Showtime’s” comedian talent search “Funny One” during the grand finals held last Saturday (Aug 8), which made the ABS-CBN noontime show the number one daytime program on the same day, according to data from Kantar Media.

The 36-year-old rocker from Novaliches, who already gained popularity at the early stages of the competition because of his signature line ‘rock and roll to the world,’ won the hearts of the studio audience and the special panel of judges with his one-liner jokes and beat fellow finalists Crazy Duo (1st runner up), Nonong Ballinan (2nd runner up), No Direction (3rd runner up), and Gibis Alejandrino (4th runner up).

“I was applying here (in ABS-CBN) as a writer but they said there were no vacancies. They learned that I do stand-up comedy and said that they will have an audition soon. I answered back and asked if I would even last an episode or two,” Ryan Rems said.

When asked what he is going to do with the jackpot, he said he will use it to send three of his nephews/nieces to school and a portion will also be spent for him to have some “good time.”

“It’s Showtime,” meanwhile, also won the ratings game last Saturday as the show hit a national TV rating of 27.1% vs rival program “Eat Bulaga” with only 21.1%.

“Funny One” is a segment in “It’s Showtime,” which aims to find the best Filipino comedic acts and give budding comedians a chance to have their spotlight on the small screen.

In their first ever drama series, Nadine will portray the character of Leah, a young woman with a lot of dreams who wants to go to America to help her family. James, on the other hand, will play the role of Clark, a young man living in America who wants to give his siblings in the Philippines a good life after their mother died.

As she begins to live her American dream, Leah faces a big problem as she finds out that her visa is about to expire. To remain living in the US, Leah makes an agreement to marry Clark, who is an American citizen, in exchange of money that he greatly needs.

How will Clark and Leah’s arrangement to pretend as a couple who loves each other change their entire lives? What will they do when they find themselves falling in love with each other? Will it fulfill or hinder their dreams?

Under the direction of Antoinette Jadaone and Jojo Saguin, “On the Wings of Love” also features some of the most talented actors in the country including Joel Torre, Bianca Manalo, Albie Casino, Nanette Inventor, Nico Antonio, Jason Francisco, Nhikzy Calma, Andrei Garcia, Laiza Comia, and Cherry Pie Picache. Also in the series are Isay Alvarez and Katya Santos for their special performances.

“On the Wings of Love” is the latest offering of ABS-CBN’s Dreamscape Entertainment Television, the group that created top-rating drama series such as “Nathaniel” and “Inday Bote.”

Don’t miss the beginning of Clark and Lea’s love story in “On the Wings of Love,” on Monday on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida. For more information about the program, visit the official social networking site of Dreamscape Entertainment Television at Facebook.com/DreamscapePH, Twitter.com/DreamscapePH, and Instagram.com/DreamscapePH.

On July 31, 2015 (Friday), a benefit show for Chef Hasset (Go) dubbed “#ForChefHasset“ featuring various celebrities and personalities who will perform and auction off their beloved items to aid in the cancer treatment of Chef Hasset Go, will be held at Chef’s Noodle, SM City North EDSA, 8pm.

Chef Hasset, or Hasset to his close friends, was diagnosed with liver cancer months after his brother Rowden Go suffered from the same disease last year.   The world witnessed, through a touching video, the fulfillment of Rowden’s wish to marry his long-time girlfriend and fiancée Liezel. Rowden lost the battle against the debilitating disease just hours after he said his vow to Liezel but the video, which has more than 14 million in views as of today, is a gentle reminder to always cherish every moment with loved ones.  (Watch the viral video on this link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVocnNIgKwY)

With the same disease as his brother, Chef Hasset may have gone through invasive operations and multiple chemotherapy treatments but his faith in God and the strength of his will remains solid. Together with the overwhelming support from his family and friends, Chef Hasset believes without a doubt that he will be cured and will be cancer-free in due time.

Hasset, also known as the “Sweets Master” is a chef, food consultant, food stylist, instructor/teacher, and a businessman.  He has put up a business of homemade cakes, pastries, and desserts called MEDCHEF together with his business partner, and is the general manager of a French restaurant, Le Jardin, in Taguig City.

One of Chef Hasset’s group of friends, #KCOF whose name he himself coined organized “#ForChefHasset“ in which all proceeds will go to Chef Hasset’s treatment against cancer.  The show will be a night of music and celebration of friendship that they have molded over the years.  “Through the benefit show that we are putting up for Chef Hasset, we will be able to raise funds for his well-being. That he may live longer and continue to be the great man that he already is,” said one of the members of #KCOF.

Celebrities and personalities have also joined in to help raise funds for the benefit show which include performances fromPinoy Dream Academy scholars Miguel Mendoza, Cris Pastor, and Laarni Lozada; The Voice of the Philippines Season 2 contestants Timmy Pavino, Emil Sinagpulo, and Vanessa Monot;Forevermore’s Lilet Esteban; MOR 101.9 Best New Artist of 2014 Garth Garcia; recording artist and commercial model Giu Comia; TV 5 host and actor Lucky Mercado; DZMM anchor and columnistAmbet Nabus; the newest heartthrobs in town and Universal Records artistsVoiceMale; ForeigNoy Aisaku Yokogawa; and actor Marc Solis.

The benefit show will also have a celebrity auction featuring items from celebrities such as Janice De Belen, Robi Domingo, Gretchen Ho, Francine Prieto, Dimples Romana, and Sebastian Castro and news personalities including Nina Corpuz, Ryan Chua, and Jing Castaneda. These items will also be auctioned off before the event via For Chef Hasset page on Facebook.

Please contact Kathy at (0917) 858 9727  on how you can help Chef Hasset as well as on how you can participate specially in the celebrity auction. For more details, like us on Facebook,www.facebook.com/ForChefHasset or follow us on Twitter and Instagram, @forchefhasset.  You can also show your support by posting your wishes and messages of support in your social media accounts using the hashtag, #ForChefHasset.

All proceeds of this event will go to Chef Hasset’s treatment against cancer.

The biggest and the brightest names in OPM gather for a one-night-only celebration of Filipino music this Saturday (July 11) as ABS-CBN’s FM radio station MOR 101.9 once again honors the best in the industry in this year’s MOR Pinoy Music Awards to be held at the Araneta Coliseum.

Get to watch appearances and performances from Vice Ganda, Yeng Constantino, Kyla, Christian Bautista, KZ Tandingan, Enchong Dee, Alex Gonzaga, Jolina Magdangal, Nyoy Volante, Jovit Baldivino, Bugoy Drilon, Liezel Garcia, Karla Estrada, Gimme 5, Morissette Amon, Klarisse De Guzman, Lyca Gairanod, Yumi Lacsamana, JC Padilla, Kaye Cal and many more.

Megastar Sharon Cuneta also graces the event as the recipient of the OPM Lifetime Achievement Award, which is given to Filipino music icons who have contributed to growth and success of the Philippine music scene. Last year, singer-composer Ogie Alcasid received the prestigious award.

Hosted by the MOR 101.9 DJs, the MOR Pinoy Music Awards also reveals the results and names the winners of eight different categories that includes the Song of the Year, Album of the Year, Female Artist of the Year and Male Artist of the Year.

Winners were determined based on total votes from texters, MOR Pinoy Music Awards committee, and select panel of judges from the Organisasyon ng Pilipinong Mang-aawit (OPM) that include VP for Special Projects Christian Bautista, board member Jose Mari Chan, and president Ogie Alcasid.

Who will be named winners in this year’s MOR Pinoy Music Awards?

Don’t miss the MOR Pinoy Music Awards this Saturday, July 11, 7 PM at the Araneta Coliseum. Just tune in to MOR 101.9 to know more on how to avail tickets. Be MORe updated with MOR 101.9 by likingwww.facebook.com/MOR1019 on Facebook or following @MOR1019 on Twitter.

World class brand Midea brings a new twist to your kitchen appliances! Its line of microwave ovens, induction cookers, digital multi-cookers and electric kettles is sure to make any homemaker’s life a lot easier without burning a hole in your pocket. Energy efficiency, solid performance and compact designs make these essential additions in any start-up household.

Microwave Ovens

 

Studies show that the use of microwave ovens in the Philippines is very low. This is mainly because of the common misconception that a microwave oven uses up a lot of electricity but a MideaMicrowave Oven uses power efficiently that you only spend P1 in electricity per three-minute cooking time.

Digital Multi-Cookers

Rice cookers have evolved through the years into multi-cookers that are versatile to cook a number of dishes.

Midea’s Digital Multi-Cookers are equipped with Thermal Circulation Technology, which ensures even heating in the cooking pot for perfectly cooked rice. In case you add too much water, its smart fuzzy logic control automatically adjusts the temperature and cooking time of rice. The honeycomb texture of the pot also allows it to retain heat efficiently, ensuring your rice is cooked evenly and thoroughly.

These digital multi-cookers come with a number of presets that take the guesswork out of cooking. Just press a button, and you get perfectly cooked dishes in a matter of minutes. Aside from cooking rice, you can also use it to cook congee and stews, steam seafood, rice cakes and vegetables, make soup, and boil eggs.

Midea’s Multi-Cookers come in two models. One model can even double as a pressure cooker. With it, you can cook the toughest cuts of meat until they are tender in a short time. Midea’s Multi-Cooker/Pressure Cooker have a10-Dimensional Protection System and self-locking lid with auto/manual release function that ensure safety during cooking.

 

Induction Cooker

Midea’s Induction Cooker is a space-saving alternative to a gas range. Its slim design and sturdy construction make it a fitting addition to any kitchen.

An induction cooker is more economical than gas range, and uses 37% less power than an electric stove. It cooks 40 percent quicker than an electric stove due to dual-coil technology that makes it heat up faster. It is safe to use around children because of its flameless heating and an auto shut-off feature.

Electric Kettle

 

Midea’s Electric Kettle is one of the safest kettles in the market. It has a number of built-in features that make boiling water not only economical, but also safe.

In just three minutes, Midea’s Electric Kettle can boil water. It also has lower power consumption than other electric kettles.

Midea’s Electric Kettle comes with double wall technology that prevents its exterior from heating, as well as keeping boiled water warm for a longer time. With its patented UK Strix control that ensures against dry boiling and protection from overheating, you and your family are safe from electric shocks, injuries or fire.

It also has integrated cord storage for safety and convenience. When not in use, you can easily wind the cord under the kettle to keep it away from accidents.

True to their commitment of enriching the different lifestyles of people, Midea lets you experience the same quality of innovative appliances but at a reasonable price.

Indeed, live different, choose different.

About Midea

Midea is one of the world's largest producers of consumer appliances. Established in 1968, Midea has consistently strived to make the lives of its consumers easier with their line of innovative products. On 2014, Midea Global partnered with Concepcion Industrial Corporation to bring the brand closer to Filipinos. For more information on Midea, please call +632-850-9888 or visitwww.midea.com.ph

Barely half a year since the launch of the phenomenal bestseller “Stupid is Forever,” Sen. Miriam Defensor Santiago and ABS-CBN Publishing release a second “stupid” book. After selling more than 350,000 copies, Santiago is back with a sequel that is packed with more jokes, clever one-liners, silly pick-up lines, stirring speeches and, even, a short story.

Titled “Stupid is Forevermore,” the book promises to give her fans more reasons to love her on her 70th birthday.

The much awaited book is divided into several topics including politics, religion, morality and romance. “Stupid is Forevermore” definitely reflects, once again, the eloquence and wit of the beloved senator.

But aside from the lighthearted quips, the book also takes a serious tone through the moving speeches by the senator during various occasions. In one of the speeches, Santiago points out how the youth can be participative through social media. She urges young people to be critical about the political process and to use the power of social media to be vocal against corrupt politicians.

“Stupid is Forevermore” also features entertaining illustrations from some of the country’s best young illustrators like Adam David, Andrew Drilon, Apol Sta. Maria, Josel Nicolas, Eugene Madayag, Julius Villanueva, and more.

At 70, Santiago remains one of the most feared senators in the country, yet the most admired person across generations because of her cool charisma and intellect.

As a decorated scholar and public servant, Santiago adds another accomplishment in her resume as the author of the fastest best-selling book of 2015, “Stupid is Forever.”

“Stupid is Forevermore” is now available in all National Book Store branches nationwide.