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Sunday, June 17, 2012

Gusto mo bang mag Artista? O ng 20 Million Pesos? Then Join the Grand Auditions of TV5 ARTISTA ACADEMY

Gusto mo bang mag Artista? O ng 20 Million Pesos? Then Join the Grand Auditions of TV5 ARTISTA ACADEMY

TV5 has announced that it will give away a combined total of 20 Million Pesos in the biggest and most intensive artista search ever mounted on Philippine Television: ARTISTA ACADEMY. The search will kick off with a massive one-time grand auditions at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on June 19, 2012,Tuesday.

Thru ARTISTA ACADEMY, TV5 goes all-out in discovering and developing Philippine Television's biggest new stars, by offering real training in a legitimate school of television arts along with the fame, fortune and stardom every showbiz hopeful dreams of.

ARTISTA ACADEMY searches for young showbiz aspirants aged 16-21 who have the looks, charm, potential and determination to go through extensive curriculum-based training under the Asian Academy of Television Arts (AATA) to become certified professional actors armed with the acting versatility and right attitude to make a name for themselves in the industry.

Over P20 Million in total prizes will be given to the deserving winners who will be hailed as ARTISTA ACADEMY’s Best Actor and Best Actress. Not only will they be equipped with the proper acting training from AATA to become TV5’s next big stars, they will also be the richest of all winners in the history of all talent searches in the Philippines.

All 16 finalists who will be chosen as ARTISTA ACADEMY Students will be granted full AATA scholarships and the chance to undergo comprehensive training with the best in the industry – including multi-awarded director Joel Lamangan, music master Louie Ocampo, dance guru Georcelle Dapat of G Force, along with other esteemed TV professionals and distinguished celebrities.

Acclaimed Film and TV director Mac Alejandre heads the TV5 TALENT CENTER and will be working with the Head of AATA, well-known Entertainment executive Wilma Galvante, who will act as Principal of ARTISTA ACADEMY.

“We are all excited with the launch of Artista Academy because this really tops all artista searches that have been done in the country. We are offering real training in a real academy for our future stars. No other program has offered such school-based learning and development from an academy of television arts. And, of course, it will be a real life-changing experience for not just one but two students because we are giving away P20 Million worth of prizes, including lead roles in a forthcoming teleserye of the network. This is real fame, fortune, and stardom. This is as real as it can get,” shared TV5 Creative and Entertainment Production Head Perci Intalan.

All interested artista aspirants aged 16-21 are invited to come to the ARTISTA ACADEMY grand auditions at the SMART Araneta Coliseum on June 19 at 2pm. By bringing a copy of their birth certificate, valid ID, and their best glam pictures, they are a step closer to living the glamorous artista life.

Feel the Retro Swag at the Newest Bar Lounge in Town: Rocket Room

Hi, dear readers! This is a press release and I've never been to Rocket Room, so I do not in any way claim that I experienced this myself. This is not a paid post though, I am posting this for a friend.

Extend your night out by swinging by the metro’s latest bar lounge brought to you by Raintree Restaurants—Rocket Room. With its vivid and outré interiors elaborately designed by Noel Bernardo, Rocket Room lends the right amount of buzz to every coffee break afternoon or late night out.

The bar lounge brings thrilling arrays of Rocket Room’s House Made Infusion Jars, specialty spirits infused with fresh fruits and spices, Classically Twisted drinks, which are twisted takes on the classics, as well as an extensive selection of wines, beers and sangrias.

Serving up the best of organically hot and cold Rocket Plates, Raintree Restaurants brings innovation with itsdistinctive variety of food offerings and characteristic sets of interiors.

Raintree Restaurants houses bistros within the metro including MoMo Café, Mr. Jones, Museum Café, Chelsea Market & Café, Stella, and Rocket Room. To know more about Rocket Room, visit www.facebook.com/RocketRoom

Saturday, June 16, 2012

Pwede kitang Idikdik Pababa- Iwa Moto on Jodi Sta. Maria

After being painted as a "homewrecker," an indignant Iwa Moto has turned the tables on Jodi Sta. Maria, the ex-wife of her current boyfriend Pampi Lacson.

In an explosive interview with Cristy Fermin on "Paparazzi Showbiz Exposed" on Saturday, Iwa alleged that it was in fact Jodi who cheated on Pampi two years ago when the latter had an affair with Mickey Ablan, Iwa's boyfriend at that time. "Ang sakit po ng sinasabihan ako ng kabit, homewrecker, ang sakit po. Dahil alam ko sa sarili ko na hindi totoo ‘yun. At alam din ni Jodi kung ano ang totoo dahil siya naman talaga ang nag-umpisa ng lahat ng ito," Iwa said.

The former GMA talent said she confronted Jodi two years ago when she discovered the affair between her and Mickey. Although Mickey admitted it to Iwa, she said Jodi did not. "Yes, kinausap ko po siya. Suma total po, dinenay niya po sa akin. Hindi po siya umamin," she recalled. "Bale iniyakan ko po siya, nagmakaawa ako. Tinanong ko kung bakit niya nagawa sa akin iyon bilang idol ko siya. Kasi tinitingala ko po siya. Isa siya sa mga artistang sobrang hinahangaan ko dati.

"Ang sakit na 'yung hinahangaan mo, yun pa yung taong mananakit sa iyo. Tapos nung time na yun umamin na rin po sa akin si Mickey," she added. Iwa said she also called Pampi on the phone to tell her about the affair and she discovered that it wasn’t a secret to him, either. "Tinawagan ko si Pampi para pagsabihan niya ang asawa niya. Yun pala alam niya ang lahat," she revealed.

For further proof, Iwa cited Jodi's own silence about the reason why her marriage to Pampi ended in a separation. "Bakit mula noon hanggang ngayon hindi siya nagsasalita? Dahil alam niya sa sarili niya kung ano ang totoo. Mas masakit yun para sa kanya dahil alam niya yung totoo, niloloko niya yung sarili niya, e." Suma total, dito takot siyang magsalita dahil alam niya kapag pumitik ako, kapag nagalit ako, may pruweba ako at pwede ko pa siyang idikdik pababa," she said.

Iwa declared that she had nothing to do with the breakdown of the Jodi-Pampi marriage and that she and Pampi only became an item last month. "Ang suma total lang dito, gusto ko lang iklaro sa lahat na hindi ako ang naging dahilan kung bakit naghiwalay silang dalawa. Kung meron man silang problemang mag-asawa noon, sa kanila na yun. Pinauubaya ko na yun sa kanila kasi two years ago yun. Labas ako doon," she clarified.

Iwa told Cristy that her tell-all interview had Pampi's blessings. "Opo. All throughout hindi niya ako pinabayaan. Sa lahat nang ito lagi lang siyang nasa tabi ko. Nandiyan siya para bigyan ako ng advice. Ultimo mo dito sa interview na ito, tinatanong [ko siya] kung paano ko anuhin, kasi suma total, ang iniisip lang namin talaga, hindi na po si Jodi. "Wala na po kaming parehong pakialam kay Jodi kasi may sarili na siyang buhay. Sa pagkakaalam ko may boyfriend na siya. Doon na siya, masaya na siya, naka-move on na siya. "Masaya na kami ni Pampi, hayaan na lang kami. Ang ano lang dito, ang iniisip lang namin ‘yung bata (Thirdy, the son of Pampi and Jodi). Kasi ayoko lang dumating ‘yung panahon na isipin nung bata ako ang dahilan," Iwa explained.

Iwa also confessed that she has gotten very close to Thirdy. "Si Thirdy, para sa akin, hindi man lumabas sa akin ‘yan, mahal ko iyan bilang anak ko. Tuwing nasa poder po ni Pampi si Thirdy, kami po ang laging magkasama. Minsan nga po iniiwan na sa akin, like ako ang maghahatid sa Kumon, mga ganun. "Kasi napamahal na sa akin yung bata. Yun ang batang hinding-hindi mahirap mahalin dahil napakabuti, napakabait, napakalambing," she said.

Iwa ended with this message for Jodi: "Naaawa ako sayo kasi ang hirap ng dinadala mo. Yung kasinungalingan na binubuo mo sa utak mo, pinapaniwalaan mo. Masakit yun e, yung nakapanakit ka ng tao ni hindi mo magawang mag-sorry dahil dine-deny mo pati sa sarili mo. Alam mo yung totoo. Ngayon, sige, okay lang sa akin kung mag-react ka dito, wala akong pakialam. Pero mag-ingat ka kasi tandaan mo, nasa akin pa rin yung huling halakhak dahil ako ang may pruweba at ako ang inapakan mo dati," Iwa concluded.

Source: Interaksyon

2012 Manila Invitational Underwater Hockey Tournament

To our underwater hockey friends,

The Polo Puck Pirates Underwater Hockey Club wishes to invite you to participate in the 2012 Manila Invitational Underwater Hockey Tournament -- it is the biggest inter-club tournament in Asia, based in the Philippines.

The tournament is going to be held on November 30 to December 2 at the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, right at the heart of Manila! It is located within Malate, an old district of Manila and the center of nightlife and clubbing. The venue has a 50m x 20m lap pool which features smooth tiles, and depth of up to 6.5ft.

Teams will be competing in 3 divisions: Men's Division, Women's Division and the Mixed Division. Please refer to the attached formal invitation for tournament format and rules.

Underwater Hockey will certainly be more fun in the Philippines with a side trip to beautiful Coron, in the islands of Palawan! Please refer to the formal invitation for the proposed I.T.

I hope that you will join us for a full week of amazing underwater hockey, fun parties and an exciting get-away!

Tough Guy's Day-Off on Father's Day 2012 with Clarity

He’s tough when he needs to be, strict when things seem to start to get out of hand, yet subtle in his ways. Cool, calm, and collected, dads always seem to have everything under control, a figure that instantly induces comfort because of his mere presence and authority.

Despite the tough outer shell, fathers have a soft spot especially reserved for those closest to their heart. The desire to provide for loved ones drives these pillars of the family to push their limits and do whatever it takes to get things done.

For all the hard work that our fathers have put into creating a safe and secure refuge for the family, he definitely deserves a rejuvenating treat. Now that Father’s Day is just around the corner, there is no better time to get the man what he deserves by taking him to Clarity Aesthetic Medical & Dental Center, where wide range of services and treatments are aimed to please and pamper.

Among the treatments available at the Clarity Aesthetic Medical & Dental Center is its list of facial services, which includes nourishing and firming, visibly improves facial complexion. Clarity’s Nourishing Facial fits the bill by instantly refreshing and nourishing the skin. The Oxy-Rejuvenating Facial, on the other hand, infuses oxygen into the skin, making it younger looking; while the Algotherm Anti-Aging Facial revitalizes the skin giving it a nice and youthful glow. These are perks that a stressed-out dad would surely appreciate.

Other treatments such as the Ultra-Firming Facial would give dad a reason to smile, as the treatment hydrates and strengthens the skin’s structure for a firmer look. Dads looking to rejuvenate and relax at the same time might try the Ultra-Soothing Facial, which relaxes and soothes sensitive skin.

Clarity Aesthetic Medical & Dental Center sweetens the deal for Father’s Day through its Father and child Look-alike Contest, which gives Clarity’s patrons a chance to win prizes and surprises for dad and other family members. Those interested may check out Clarity Aesthetic Medical & Dental Center’s Facebook page to learn more about the competition guidelines and mechanics.

Clarity Aesthetic Medical & Dental Center offers a wide range of anti-aging and contouring services that can help give dad that youthful boost on his special day. Clarity’s personalized service guarantees only the best board-certified doctors and the latest services in dermatology, aesthetic dentistry, and cosmetic surgery all in one clinic.

Clarity Aesthetic Medical & Dental Center has the rewards that put a smile on every father’s face. Even the toughest guy needs a day off and there’s no better way than with the gentle touch from Clarity.

Visit Clarity Aesthetic Medical & Dental Center at the 5th Level Wellness Zone, Shangri-la Plaze Mall , EDSA corner Shaw Blvd., Mandaluyong City. For more information, contact their office through telephone number (02) 638-1297 or through their Customer Service Hotline 632-751-4929 or visit their website www.clarity.com.ph.

SAKSIHAN ANG GAWAD URIAN SA CINEMA ONE NGAYONG SABADO

Sining, aliw at kagalakan ang hatid ng gabi ng pagbibigay pugay sa pinakamagagaling sa larangan ng pelikula. Ang ika-35 na taon ng Gawad Urian ay ginanap noong Miyerkules ng gabi, June 13,2012 sa AFP Theater, Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City.

Nagsilbing mga hosts sina Butch Francisco, Angel Aquino, Zoren Legaspi at Venus Raj at sinimulan ang programa sa awitin nina Frenchie Dy at Eric Santos.

Ang magarbong gabi ay dinaluhan ng pinakamalalaking artista. Naghandog naman ng makabayang awitin ang pinakamagagaling na mang-aawit ng bansa.

Sa kinalaunan ng gabi naihayag din ng mga presenters at ng mga miyembro ng Manunuri ang mga nagwagi sa Gawad Urian. Dalawa sa pinakamagaling na aktor ng kanilang henerasyon ang nagwagi ng pinaka-aabangang papuri.

Tinanggap ni Paulo Avelino ang parangal para sa Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktor para sa pelikulang “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa” habang tinanggap ni Maja Salvador ang parangal para sa Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktres para sa pelikulang “Thelma”.

Emosyonal nilang tinaggap ang mga papuri at malaki ang kanilang pasasalamat sa gawad. Napaluha si Salvador sa tuwa habang yapos ang kanyang tropeo.

“Sa mga manunuri, maraming salamat sa pagtitiwala at sa pagkilala sa lahat ng binuhos ko sa Thelma,” ani niya.

Samantalang pinasalamatan naman ni Avelino ang lahat ng may-akda sa mala-tulang pelikulang, “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”. “Kung wala po kayo, ay wala rin po ako dito. Marami pong salamat,” ani ng aktor.

Pinakamaraming natanggap na parangal mula sa Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino ang pelikulang “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa” Nakuha nito ang Best Screenplay (Alvin Yapan), Best Supporting Actress (Jean Garcia), Best Cinematography (Arvin Viola), at Best Music (Christine Muyco at Jema Pamintuan).

Ang mga sumusunod ang nagwagi sa ika-35 na taon ng Gawad Urian:

Best Picture: “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”

Best Actress: Maja Salvador “Thelma”

Best Actor : Paulo Avelino “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”

Best Director: Alvin Yapan “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”

Best Supporting Actress: Jean Garcia “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”

Best Supporting Actor: Art Acuña “Niño”

Best Screenplay: Alvin Yapan “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”

Best Cinematography: Arvin Viola “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”

Best Production Design: Maulen Fadul “The Natural Phenomenon of Madness”

Best Editing: Lawrence Fajardo “Amok”

Best Music: Christine Muyco and Jema Pamintuan “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa”

Best Sound: Albert Michael Idioma and Addiss Tabong “Amok”

Best Documentary: “Tundong Magiliw”

Best Short Film: “Sirip”

Ipinagkaloob ang Natatanging Gawad Urian sa cinematographer na si Rody Lacap para sa kanyang mga pelikulang Itim, Batch ’81, Kisapmata, Oro Plata Mata, Misteryo sa Tuwa at iba pa. Binigyan siya ng pugay bilang isa sa mga henyo ng pelikula.

Ang ika-35 na Gawad Urian ay kaakibat ng Cinema One at nang Film Development Council of the Philippines. Ipapalabas ang engradeng awards night sa numero unong cable channel ng bansa. Huwag palampasin ang gabi ng pagpupugay sa Hunyo 16, 2012, 11:00 p.m. na may mga replay sa Hunyo 17, 4:00 p.m. at sa Hunyo 24, 10:00 p.m. sa Cinema One. Available ang Cinema One sa SkyCable Gold, SkyCable Silver at iba pang cable operators. Para sa mga detalye tungkol sa numero unong cable channel ng bansa, mag log-on sa http://www.facebook.com/Cinema1channel.

List of Winners to the 2012 Mafbex Entrance Tickets Contest

And the winners are...

Congratulations to the following readers who won two(2) tickets each to the 2012 MAFBEX at the World Trade Center. Tickets are good only for today June 16, 2012 until Sunday, June 17, 2012.

Enjoy!

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Entry #70Andrea A. - two(2) tickets plus a shirt

Entry #82Gina R. - two(2) tickets plus a shirt

Entry #20James M. - two(2) tickets plus a shirt

Entry #76Jell R. - two(2) tickets

Entry #32Myk R. - two(2) tickets

Entry #95tin g. - two(2) tickets

Entry #14Mary A. - two(2) tickets

Entry #46Emiliana S. - two(2) tickets

Entry #7Bernie S. - two(2) tickets

Entry #59axlpowerhouse - two(2) tickets

Tin G. gave up her two tickets so I raffled it again and the winner is Cherryl Opon, congrats Che!

I already sent each and everyone of you an e-mail with the instructions on how to claim your tickets.

Enjoy Mafbex!

Have a great day everyone!

God bless us all!