WHAT'S NEXT FOR OPTIMUM STAR CLAUDINE BARRETTO?

What's next for the original Teleserye and Primetime Queen, Claudine Barretto after more than a year of being a Kapuso?

Surely, you haven't heard a lot from Ms. Claudine Barretto this past few days. Aside from the news that Claudine Barretto has turned down her guesting in Magic Palayok, starred by Carla Abellana and Geoff Eigenman, what else do you know?

The movie of Claudine Barretto with Mark Anthony Fernandez under Viva Films will push through, according to Mark Anthony Fernandez himself. But there's no definitely time when or where or what's the title of the movie is. One thing is for sure, this movie will push through. But instead of a GMA Films - Viva co-production, it'll be solely produced by Viva only.

The original Teleserye Queen to return on primetime? There's no definite news about it yet. When Mark Anthony was asked what's his next project is, he said it's quite confidential. And we think his next TV project after I Heart You Pare will be with Claudine Barretto.

According to WikiPedia, Claudine's next TV project is the remake of Temptation of Wife. She will play the role of Angeline Gu or Chantal Min. And Mark Anthony will play the role of Marcel Jung. However, the original Temptation of Wife is still airing. And usually, it's years before a Korean series will be remade by a TV network.

So, what's really next for Claudine Barretto? Is GMA7 letting her down?

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KRIS AQUINO - DINGDONG DANTES MOVIE PUSHES THROUGH

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Kris Aquino tweeted that on March 30, 2011, tomorrow, will be her new movie meeting. And in this meeting, Dingdong Dantes and his manager, Perry Lansigan will be present. This movie is a co-production of Kris Aquino herself, and Dingdong Dantes. There were news before saying that GMA Films will co-produce this film too. But no further details have been given.

We'll keep you posted.

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ANNE CURTIS, MOST PRIZED FEMALE STAR?

Anne Curtis is now said to be ABS-CBN's no.1 young female actress and most prized star. Outshining the formers, Bea Alonzo, Angel Locsin, KC Concepcion, and the most recent to be named as (before) no.1 ABS-CBN young female star, Sarah Geronimo.


In the times of Angel Locsin being GMA7's and the country's undisputed no.1 actress, it's Bea Alonzo, the nearest and far 2nd runner to her and ABS-CBN's no.1 bet against Locsin. That was 2004-2007.

When Angel moved to ABS-CBN, she became the top priority of the network, and definitely, the new Queen of the network. But after her show, Lobo, and KC Concepcion's entrance in the showbiz, being the young queen and being the most prioritized star of ABS-CBN became KC Concepcion. A proof to that is partnering her with Richard Gutierrez for a Star Cinema movie and Piolo Pascual in a primetime TV series. Piolo Pascual is also the proof of how ABS-CBN welcomed Angel Locsin when they partnered for Lobo. Piolo Pascual is ABS-CBN's King.

But not for long.. KC Concepcion seemed to touch the title of being ABS-CBN's queen and let it go in an instant. In 2009-2010, Sarah Geronimo, became ABS-CBN's biggest ever. Knowing how to sing, dance, and act, Sarah G. is definitely the ultimate star. With her ultimate box office hits and record breaking concert and big time endorsements, Sarah took Philippines by storm. And ASAP

s biggest treasure.

Not after iDol, which was cut short and is a nationwide loser. And endorsing Villar, too, dragged Sarah's career down according to fans and critics. Now her commercials go away one by one.

However, another ABS-CBN actress is on the peek of her career. It's Anne Curtis, the late 2010 and early 2011 ABS-CBN's princess. But for how long?

Anne Curtis has been a spare star of ABS-CBN since she transfered from GMA7. She has leading roles, yes, but not a priority shows. Movies, yes, but not the good ones. She was sometimes compared to Angel, Bea, KC, and from GMA7, Marian Rivera. Sometimes.

Now, it's her time. She is now the new commercial queen, primetime actress, and movie star. She just recently shared the endorsement of SMDC with Marian Rivera. Then taking over most of every channel's airtime because of her many TV advertisements. Showing her mass appeal via Showtime, and her acting prowess via Green Rose, Anne Curtis is definitely the no.1 actress now in ABS-CBN.

The new rival of Marian Rivera? Perhaps. The gap between Marian Rivera and other Kapamilya actresses widens, but not with Anne Curtis.

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GMA NETWORK CHANNEL 7, TAKING OVER THE NATIONWIDE DOMINATION LITTLE BY LITTLE

After taking Mega Manila by storm in 2004, GMA7 now is taking over the National TV ratings little by little.


Based on household data in National Urban Philippines covering the period January 1 to February 13, 2011 (February 6 to 13 based on overnight data), GMA delivered the most watched lineup of programming as it registered 33.2 share points, 1.4 points ahead of ABS-CBN’s 31.8 share points; and 18.3 points up from the TV5′s 14.9.

For the same period in Total Urban Luzon, which make up 77 percent of total television households nationwide, GMA is comfortably positioned at the top spot as it remains the channel of choice. The Kapuso Network posted a huge 9.8-point lead with 36.5 points compared to ABS-CBN’s 26.7 points; and an imposing 19.6-point lead from TV5′s 16.9.

In viewer-rich Mega Manila, which comprise 58 percent of total television households nationwide, GMA garnered 37.7 share points, higher by 12.5 points from ABS’ 25.2; and by 20 points from TV5′s 17.7.

GMA launched several programs in January which contributed to the superior ratings of the Network. From January to February 11, the program launches which scored high share points in their respective timeslots in National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM) include Machete starring Aljur Abrenica with 25.1 points; I Heart You Pare topbilled by Regine Velasquez and Dingdong Dantes which scored 29.7 points; Dwarfina with Heart Evangelista and Dennis Trillo scored 27.3 points; and the afternoon hit Alakdana starring newest tween loveteam of Louise delos Reyes and Alden Richards with 40.3 share points.

More programs are expected to sustain the high ratings of the Kapuso Network as these are launched this month. Among them are Nita Negrita starring Tween Royalties Barbie Forteza and Joshua Dionisio; Magic Palayok which brings back to the boob tube real and reel life sweethearts Carla Abellana and Geoff Eigenmann and Moral starring Nadine Samonte.

The Nielsen TV Audience Measurement used by GMA is used by 21 companies including two other local TV networks, namely, TV5 and Solar Entertainment; Faulkner Media; CBN Asia; 13 advertising agencies and three regional clients. On the other hand, ABS-CBN is the only local network reportedly subscribing to Kantar Media, formerly known as TNS.

In Mega Manila alone, the Nielsen TV Audience Measurement has a sample size of 880 homes as compared to Kantar Media’s 770 homes. Nationwide, Nielsen has a total sample size of 2,005 homes compared to the lower sample size of 1,370 utilized by Kantar Media.

And even in the ratings that Kantar media has been releasing, GMA7 has been topping already the daytime race. With its Temptation of Wife and Eat Bulaga!, no ABS-CBN can win over the daytime race for a few months now.

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SID LUCERO, MICHAEL DAEZ NEW LEADING MEN OF MARIAN RIVERA IN 'AMAYA'

It's final. The long wait is over. The new leading men of Marian Rivera is a former Kapamilya, and a Mercator contract model.


It's Sid Lucero and Michael Daez, the new leading men of Marian Rivera in her upcoming Epicserye, Amaya. Sid Lucero is one of the best actor of his generation, a non-contract former Kapamilya. Michael Daez, on the other hand, is a pinoy model contracted with Mercator models, probably the no.1 modelling agency in the Philippines. Other Mercator talents are Daniel Matsunaga, Akihiro Sato, Fabio Ide and others.

Amaya, according to some, is the most expensive production of GMA7 ever. They are really funding every Marian Rivera show. Other cast members of Amaya have been name as well.

The other cast members are Glaiza de Castro, Gina Alajar, Lani Mercado, Gardo Versoza, Rochelle Pangilinan, Kristoffer Martin, AJ Dee, Rocky Salumbides, Ana Capri, Roy Alvarez, and Buboy Villar.

But before launching Marian Rivera and Michael Daez's loveteam in Amaya, they will first have a horror-comedy stint via Ang Spooky Mo presents Bampirella. According to our GMA7 insiders, the show will be placed on a Saturday primetime. Replacing maybe the Kapuso Movie Festival timeslot.

Amaya is surely the most anticipated TV series of 2011 with the most awaited stars.

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'MY VALENTINE GIRLS' REPORTEDLY EARNED A SHINING P135M IN JUST 3 DAYS

GMA Films and Regal's My Valentine Girls reportedly earned a record-breaking P135M in 3 days.

That is according to Ric Camaligan of the National Cinema Association of the Philippines. Check this out:

That came from PEP.Ph scoop box. Though it's too good to be true, the reports said so. Even Mother Lily Monteverde of Regal Films was very surprised the way the movie performed. Maybe there are just too many people in love out there that watched the valentine movie. Or the 4 leading ladies have their own market joined together plus Richard Gutierrez.

If it's true, Richard Gutierrez will definitely be the Box Office King for 2011. Well, maybe. If it's real, congratulations to the movie and to everyone behind it!

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MARIEL RODRIGUEZ RETURNS TO NOONTIME TELEVISION VIA 'HAPPY YIPEE YEHEY'

After leaving the defunct Pilipinas, Win na Win, and got hit by intrigues after marrying action star Robin Padilla, Mariel Rodriguez is finally back to our television via Happy Yipee Yehey.


Mariel Rodriguez-Padilla is back to the noontime TV again. She never left at all! From Wowowee, to Pilipinas Win na Win, and now to Happy Yipee Yehey. Mariel Rodriguez is ultimately back to hosting, being the new Mrs. Padilla.

And the way she looks like, it's like she haven't even gotten married yet. Mariel Rodriguez was rumored to join Willie Revillame in Willing Willie, but it looks like that it's not true.

Mariel Rodriguez is also going to host again Pinoy Big Brother season 4 soon with Toni Gonzaga and Bianca Gonzales.

A good year opening for Mariel Rodriguez-Padilla.

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'HAPPY YIPEE YEHEY' OPENED WITH POSITIVITY

ABS-CBN's new noontime show, Happy, Yipee, Yehey opened Saturday, February 12, 2011 at the Ynares Sports Arena, Pasig city.


The new noontime show of ABS-CBN, Happy Yipee Yehey shook Ynares stadium earlier as it opened with positive power.

Hosted by John Estrada, Randy Santiago, Toni Gonzaga, and Mariel Rodriguez, the new noontime show gives a new combination of fun to its audience. With Melai Cantiveros, Jobert, Bianca Manalo, Matteo Guidecelli, Sam Milby, and John Prats. The show has big names in it.

In the next few days, we'll know of ABS-CBN can finally win over Eat Bulaga! after Willie Revillame did nationwide. But as Toni Gonzaga said, they are (ABS-CBN) no longer competing, but they are there to bring fun and excitement.

What do you think? Is the show promising enough?

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'WHO'S THAT GIRL?' OFFICIAL MOVIE POSTER RELEASED

Viva films released the poster of Who's That Girl starring endorsement princess and Green Rose star Anne Curtis and Luis Manzano.


This movie is just one of the blessings that Anne's been receiving since her Showtime stint. One of her biggest blessings to date is sharing the prestigious endorsement of SMDC with Marian Rivera, Green Rose, and this movie.

Also starring are Eugene Domingo, Dina Bonnevie, John Lapus, DJ Durano, and Dennis Padilla.

“Who’s That Girl” is set to open in theaters nationwide on March 2, 2011.

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AMAYA'S POSTPONEMENTS, GOOD FOR MARIAN RIVERA'S CAREER

After all the success and achievements Marian Rivera had earned in a short period of time, Marian Rivera is definitely the most phenomenal star of the decade. But somehow, the actress was over-exposed, doing a little damage to her shining career.


But no one's desire, Marian Rivera's Amaya's taping were always cancelled for the reason that GMA7 management cannot find any new leading man for her yet. And to no one's plan, it's doing good for Marian Rivera's career.

We all know that after one TV series that Marian Rivera had done, in at least 1 month, she will return to the primetime TV again. Making her over-exposed to the public. And the 'sawa' factor enters in that period. And to no one's desire again, it's making her 'one of those' stars and not standing out.

But now, the people awaits for her come back to primetime television. And the waiting period seems to grow longer as GMA7 management had not settled things yet. Like the official taping day, pictorials, and her (rumored) 3 leadingmen haven't been named yet.

And because of it, looks like Marian Rivera will become the primetime queen again once her new show, the epicserye Amaya, had its pilot episode. Probably on April or May 2011.

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