Kapuso Teleserye Lead Stars Dingdong Dantes, Marian Rivera, and Sen. Bong Revilla Heat Up Sinulog Festival!

Dingdong Dantes of "Pahiram ng Sandali"

Marian Rivera of "Temptation of Wife"

This weekend, GMA Network proudly brings its biggest primetime stars - bannered by Box-office King Sen. Ramon "Bong" Revilla Jr., Primetime Queen Marian Rivera, and two-time Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) Best Actor Dingdong Dantes - to Cebu to join in this year's celebration of the Sinulog Festival.

On Friday (January 18), Marian, who is also FHM's cover girl for the magazine's 150th issue, will be joined by the rest of the Temptation of Wife cast - Dennis Trillo, Glaiza de Castro, Michelle Madrigal, Bettina Carlos, and Rafael Rosell - in the Kapuso Mall Show at Gaisano Capital-Casuntingan, Mandaue City at 3:00 PM and the Kapuso Night at the Ayala Terraces Cebu at 5:00 PM.

Meanwhile, at 6:00 PM, the festive mood extends all the way to Western Visayas particularly in Kabanlakan City, Negros Occidental with the Sinulog Sa Kabanlakan: Kapuso Fiesta. Set to grace the event are Indio's Alden Richards, Forever's Isabel Oli, comic duo Moymoy Palaboy, and Queen of Soul and Party Pilipinas mainstay Jaya.

Then on Saturday (January 19) at 3:00 PM, appearing together with Dingdong for the Kapuso Mall Show at Gaisano Grand Fiesta Mall, Tabunok are his leading ladies from Pahiram ng Sandali - Max Collins and Lorna Tolentino.

On the same day at 4:00 PM, Pahiram ng Sandali's Kristoffer Martin, Paroa: Ang Kuwento Ni Mariposa's Barbie Forteza, and Forever's Isabel Oli will give Cebuanos an additional treat via the Kapuso Mall Show happening at Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan.

Bong Revilla of "Indio"

The excitement further intensifies as the cast of the newest Kapuso epicserye Indio featuring Sen. Bong, together with Alden, Jennylyn Mercado, Ehra Madrigal, and Rhian Ramos join Dingdong, Max, and Lorna in another engaging Kapuso Mall Show at SM City Cebu Event Center at 5:00 PM.

On Sunday (January 20), one of the festival's highlights - The Sinulog Grand Parade - which will tour along the major streets of the city, is about to become merrier and all the more vibrant with the Kapuso stars' participation. Sen. Bong and Rhian join the parade from 8:00 AM to 12:00 NN, while Alden and Ehra take over the spot from 1:00 to 6:00 PM.

GMA Central and Eastern Visayas Station Manager, Ms. Ann Marie O. Tan, says: "January is a busy month for us Cebuanos as this is the time of the year when we come together as one with pride for our beloved patron saint, Senyor Sto. Niño. And I am very positive that my fellow Cebuanos are thrilled that GMA Network is joining in the fun and excitement brought about by this one-of-a-kind festival."

The full details of the Network's participation in the 2013 Sinulog Festival will be featured in the two-part special of the weekly travelogue "Let's Fiesta" airing on February 10 and 17 via the Network's regional stations in Bicol, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Dagupan, Ilocos, GenSan, Bacolod, and CDO.(www.tvseriescraze,blogspot.com)

'One More Try,' Dingdong Dantes, and Nora Aunor Win the Major Awards, 2012 MMFF Winners Revealed!

The  2012 Metro Manila Film Festival awards night was just recently concluded! And the list of winners from the eight film entries has been revealed!

 "One More Try,"  the Star Cinema's entry to the festival received the Best Picture award while its male lead cast Dingdong Dantes won the Best Actor award and "Thy Womb" lead star Nora Aunor is this year's Best Actress!

The historical action-drama "El Presidente: The Emilio Aguinaldo Story" starring George Estregan was the most awarded movie of the year but was only snatched the Second Best Picture award.

Here is the complete official list of winners for this year's MMFF. Let's check this out:

Best Actress:

Nora Aunor, "Thy Womb"

Best Actor:

Dingdong Dantes, "One More Try"

Best Picture:

"One More Try"

2nd Best Picture:

"El Presidente"

3rd Best Picture:

"Sisterakas"

Gat Puno Antonio Villegas Award:
"Thy Womb"

Best Director:
Brillante Mendoza, "Thy Womb"

Best Screenplay:
Anna Karenina Ramos and Co., "One More Try"

Best Written Story:
Henry Burgos, "Thy Womb"

SMDC Female Celebrity of the Night:
Bianca King

SMDC Male Celebrity of the Night:
Zanjoe Marudo

Best Supporting Actress:
Wilma Doesn’t, "Sisterakas"

Best Supporting Actor:
Cesar Montano, "El Presidente"

Best Female Star of the Night:
Nora Aunor

Best Male Star of the Night:

Former President Joseph “Erap” Ejercito Estrada

Fernando Poe Jr. (FPJ) Memorial Award:
"One More Try"

Special Award for Gender Sensitivity:
"Thy Womb"

Best Cinematographer:
Odessy Flores, Thy Womb

Best Editing:
Vito Kahili, One More Try

Best Production Design:
Brillante Mendoza, Thy Womb

Best Visual Effects:
Imaginary and Black Burst, Shake Rattle & Role 14

Best Make-Up:
Warren Munar and Co., El Presidente

Best Musical Score (Themesong):
Apl de Ap and Jamir Garcia, El Presidente

Best Score:
Jessie Lassaten, El Presidente

Best Sound:
Albert Michael Idioma, El Presidente

Best Child Performer:
Miguel Vergara, One More Try

Youth Choice:
El Presidente

Best Float:
El Presidente

Meanwhile, the other awards for the New Wave Category given during the night were the following:

New Wave Best Actor:
Alan Paule, “Gayak”

New Wave Best Actress:
Liza Diño, “In Nomine Matris”

New Wave Best Director:
Tyrone Acierto, “The Grave Bandits”

New Wave Best Film:
Tyrone Acierto’s “The Grave Bandits.”

New Wave Special Jury:
Armando “Bing” Lao’s “Ad Ignorantiam”

Special Awards

Gender Sensitivity Special Award (New Wave):
“In Nomine Matris”

The 38TH MMFF awards night took place at the Meralco Theater in Ortigas, Pasig City, Thursday, December 27, 2012 at 6pm and was hosted by Kris Aquino and KC Concepcion. A delayed telecast was aired in TV5.

Congratulations to all the winners!(www.tvseriescraze.blogspot.com) 

'One More Try' in the Director's Perspective!

Award-winning director Ruel S. Bayani describes his newest masterpiece "One More Try," starred by Angel Locsin, Dingdong Dantes, Zanjoe Marudo and Angelica Panganiban, as a unique family drama that will touch the hearts of moviegoers in this year's Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). "One More Try," which is graded A by the Cinema Evaluation Board, will hit cinemas nationwide on Tuesday, Christmas day (December 25).

"It is still a unique kind of family drama. Yes, nandoon iyong sexy adult theme. Nandoon ang love scenes at 'yung sex appeal nung apat na main cast," shared Bayani, who was so impressed with the performance of Angel, Dingdong, Zanjoe and Angelica in the movie. "I would say that it is the sexiest kind of family drama. I think, umuusok siya sa screen. Bumagay ang mga actors ko sa roles nila. Casting coup ito!"

Bayani, who was also the director of the box-office hit "No Other Woman," believes that the unique and brave narrative of "One More Try" is perfect to be seen by families during Christmas.

"One More Try' is a movie that will be enjoyed be a lot of people. Kapupulutan ito ng aral at paghuhugutan ng inspirasyon ng maraming pamilyang Pilipino," said Bayani. "Here, they will discover that a true Filipino family stays together. They go through a crisis and survive that crisis together and they become better people after."

Bayani further shared that the beauty of 'One More Try' lies on the message it imparts to the moviegoers. "Hindi regalo o gayak ang tunay na diwa ng Pasko, kundi ang pagsasama ng pamilya kahit saan, kahit anuman ang mangyari," he said. "Kaya tamang-tama para sa Pasko ang pelikulang ito dahil makikita dito kung paano magagawa ng isang pamilya ang lahat para sa minamahal nila at kung paano maipararamdam sa mahal mo na hindi mo siya iiwan at lalaban kayong magkasama."

Aside from Angel, Dingdong, Zanjoe and Angelica, "One More Try" also stars Carmina Villarroel, Agot Isidro, Edward Mendez, and Gina Pareño.

Experience love that makes you do the impossible and accept the unacceptable, don't miss "One More Try," along with Star Cinema's "Sisterakas," which will hit theaters nationwide on Christmas Day.(www.tvseriescraze.blogspot.com)

Angel Locsin and Dingdong Dantes Photos During the 'One More Try' MMFF Parade of Stars!

The grand parade of stars for the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival entries is now taking place in the Quirino Grand Stand, Manila. The floats of the 8 movie entries were welcomed by a sea of people and supporters. And one of these floats which is much awaited by people is the float of "One More Try."

The lead stars Dingdong Dantes and Angel Locsin together with their child in the movie posed for a picture. Check out their photos below courtesy of Angel Locsin's FHM Facebook Fan Page: 

Dingdong Dantes and Angel Locsin with their Child: A One Big Happy Family

Angel Locsin Seeing the Crowd of People!

"One More Try" together with the other movies will be hitting the theaters nationwide starting this December 25, 2012. Awards night of the announcement of winners will be on December 27 spearheaded by the MMDA.(www.tvseriescraze.blogspot.com) 

'One More Try' Character Posters Released!

Star Cinema, the ABS-CBN film outfit released the character posters of the much-anticipated heavy drama movie "One More Try."

The movie which stars Angel Locsin, Dingdong Dantes, Angelica Panganiban, and Zanjoe Marudo is one of the two main entries of Star Cinema to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival.

Check out the character posters of the four lead stars: 

Angel Locsin

Dingdong Dantes 

Angelica Panganiban

Zanjoe Marudo

The movie is under the direction of Ruel S. Bayani and will open on theaters on Christmas day!(www.tvseriescraze.blogspot.com)

The Full Trailer of 'One More Try!'

Finally, the full trailer of "One More Try," the much-awaited movie of 2012 has been released by Star Cinema in the world-wide web. It was first launched during the premiere night of "24/7 in Love."

Viewers were truly amazed by the superb acting of the four lead stars namely Angel Locsin, Angelica Panganiban, Zanjoe Marudo, and Dingdong Dantes.  

Aside from the award-winning acting stints of the lead characters, killer lines from the four main casts were also seen. Some of these were the following:

"Ang pera natin hindi basta basta mauubos, pero ang pasensya ko konting-konti na lang..!" - Angelica Panganiban  

"Minahal mo ba talaga ako o ginawa mo lang akong panakip butas?!" - Zanjoe Marudo

"Kahit isang gabi lang, ...pahiram ng asawa mo." - Angel Locsin

I know you really can't wait to see the full trailer of this exciting movie. So here it is, let's all watch this:

To give you a glimpse about the plot of the movie, the story revolves around a loving single mother Grace (Angel) who is willing to sacrifice everything to save her ill son.

All seems well in Grace’s life, especially with the comfort of her son Botchok (Miguel Vergara) and boyfriend Tristan (Zanjoe) who is supporting her. But when Botchok’s rare blood condition becomes more severe, Grace is left with no other choice but to reconnect with Edward (Dingdong), Botchok’s biological father, an accomplished man married with a more successful power woman Jacqueline (Angelica).

All Grace asks from Edward is for him to help her save Botchok, their son. Edward is hesitant at first but Jacq gives him permission. However, such tedious process of curing Botchok starts to taint their happy relationships, for unwanted feelings in the past start to creep in. Until eventually all other options fail except only for one—Edward and Grace need to have another child to permanently cure Botchok and they need to do it the natural way.

 

In a situation where a life of an innocent child is at stake, can Grace, Edward, Tristan and Jacqueline sacrifice their personal feelings in order to cure Botchok? In this kind of pursuit, who will eventually win--Jacqueline who will go for a kill to save her faltering marriage with Edward or Grace, the devoted mother who will do anything to save her son even if it means compromising her relationship with the man who truly loves her?

Truly exciting! This is Star Cinema's official entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival. Under the direction of Ruel S. Bayani, "One More Try" opens on Cinemas this coming December 25, 2012. Two thumbs up to this movie!(www.tvseriescraze.blogspot.com) 

'One More Try' Official Movie Poster Released!

The official  movie poster of the much-awaited Star Cinema movie to conclude 2012 is finally released!

Here is the official movie poster of "One More Try," featuring the four lead stars namely Angel Locsin, Angelica Panganiban, Zanjoe Marudo, and Dingdong Dantes:   

The movie is under the direction of Ruel S. Bayani and also stars Carmina Villaroel, Agot Isidro, Edward Mendez, and Ms. Gina Pareño.

"One More Try" is Star Cinema's official entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival. On my next post, I'll share with you its official full trailer.  

What can you say about it movie poster?(www.tvseriescraze.blogspot.com)

'One More Try' Combines Angel Locsin, Zanjoe Marudo, Angelica Panganiban, and Dingdong Dantes in One Dramatic Masterpiece!

Four of the country’s most sensual stars Angel Locsin, Angelica Panganiban, Zanjoe Marudo, and Dingdong Dantes will make this Christmas season even more hotter as they topbill “One More Try,” Star Cinema’s much-awaited top-caliber dramatic offering in the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), which will hit theaters nationwide beginning December 25.

Under the direction of award-winning director Ruel S. Bayani, "One More Try" shares a brave plot that tackles about a loving single mother Grace (Angel) who is willing to sacrifice everything to save her ill son.

All seems well in Grace’s life, especially with the comfort of her son Botchok (Miguel Vergara) and boyfriend Tristan (Zanjoe) who is supporting her. But when Botchok’s rare blood condition becomes more severe, Grace is left with no other choice but to reconnect with Edward (Dingdong), Botchok’s biological father, an accomplished man married with a more successful power woman Jacqueline (Angelica).

 

 

All Grace asks from Edward is for him to help her save Botchok, their son. Edward is hesitant at first but Jacq gives him permission. However, such tedious process of curing Botchok starts to taint their happy relationships, for unwanted feelings in the past start to creep in. Until eventually all other options fail except only for one—Edward and Grace need to have another child to permanently cure Botchok and they need to do it the natural way.

In a situation where a life of an innocent child is at stake, can Grace, Edward, Tristan and Jacqueline sacrifice their personal feelings in order to cure Botchok? In this kind of pursuit, who will eventually win--Jacqueline who will go for a kill to save her faltering marriage with Edward or Grace, the devoted mother who will do anything to save her son even if it means compromising her relationship with the man who truly loves her?

Aside from the first team-up of Angel, Angelica, Zanjoe and Dingdong, also featured in “One More Try”: are Carmina Villaroel, Agot Isidro, Edward Mendez, at Ms. Gina Pareño.

Don't miss the most dramatic film to conclude 2012, "One More Try," which will be shown on cinemas nationwide starting December 25.(www.tvseriescraze.blogspot.com)

'Pahiram ng Sandali:' A Recap of the First Two Episodes!

For those who missed the first two episodes of GMA's newest primetime drama program "Pahiram ng Sandali," it's time to catch up on its exciting story. The series stars Dingdong Dantes (Alex), Max Collins (Cindy), Christopher de Leon (Philip) and Ms. Lorna Tolentino (Janice) with Alessandra de Rossi (Baby), Mark Gil (Larry), Sandy Andolong (Thea), Neil Ryan Sese (Andrew), Isabel Rivas (Diana), Kristofer Martin (Franz), among others.

Here's a summary of the said episodes:

The story began with a scene in the middle of a hostage crisis.  An exasperated bolo-wielding man threatens to end the life of an elderly woman whom he held hostage out of despair over his marital problems.

Meanwhile, an aspiring journalist named Alex Santiago (Dingdong Dantes) applies as an intern under the tutelage of Romer Alcaraz (Roy Alvarez), a veteran hard news reporter and columnist of the tabloid, "Pinoy Reporter."

As a test, Romer Alcaraz challenges Alex and three other aspirants for the job to go and cover the on-going hostage crisis and come up with a plausible news story.  Whoever gets the best angle to the story gets the job.

Alex accepted the challenge but as soon as he returns to where he had parked his motorcycle, a woman hurried away with it.  He would later learn that the woman's name is Cindy and that she had escaped from her boyfriend who attempted to take advantage of her.  

Even without his motorcycle, Alex still managed to reach the site of the hostage-taking.  In his attempt to get the best viewpoint of the scene, he climbed up the roof of the house where the hostage taker and his hostage were and took a snapshot using his mobile phone through a hole in the roof.  But the structure wasn't strong enough to support his weight and so it caved in and ultimately Alex came crashing down to the floor. He fought with the infuriated hostage taker, and just as he thought he had knocked him down, he received a heavy blow on to his head from the hostage who owned the house. In the end, Alex lost his motorcycle, then his consicousness and, finally, his bid for the job.

Flashback to Alex's childhood.  Alex is an illigitimate child; He grew up not knowing who his real father is, and so he was always a favorite victim of bullies at school.  He was called by his classmates "putok sa buho" which is a derogatory phrase used to mock children who were born out of wedlock.

No longer able to withstand the bullying, Alex engaged in a fistfight with his classmates. The incident dismayed Alex's mom, Thea (Sandy Andolong). Alex demanded that his mom tell him who his father is.  In the end, Thea was left without a choice but to tell him the whole truth: that Alex's father is Larry Gomez (Mark Gil), the managing editor of "The Philippine Examiner," considered the most respected and most influential newspaper in the country.

Thea attempted to introduce Alex to his father but when she brought the boy to him, Larry drove them away.  He even offered them money and when a coin dropped to the ground, he told the boy he could take it as well.  Since then, Alex developed deep hatred against his father.  It worsened when Alex saw how much Larry loved JR, his son with Diana Gomez (Isabel Rivas), the woman who was instrumental in catapulting Larry to his present stature.

Back to present time, Thea married her suitor Berting who turned out to be a batterer.  One day, Berting beat Thea so badly that she had to be rushed to the hospital because of an injury to her spleen.  She needs to undergo a major treatment but she has no financial means to do so.

Meanwhile, Alex found out that a photo of him taken during the hostage taking incident was published in Romer's column. Infuriated, he stormed the columnist in his office.  On his way out of the building, he saw Cindy as the latter was returning his motorcycle.  He confronted Cindy for stealing his motorcycle.  Alex left hugely disappointed and accidentally drops the tabloid he was holding.  Cindy picks it up and reads about the man's misfortunes.  She felt guilty for what she did and began to feel pity for him.

Cindy learns about what had happened to Alex's mom and pleads with her Tito Larry and Tita Diana to provide Thea financial assistance (the couple has a foundation). What she did not know is that Larry is Alex's father.

Thea went through the operation thanks to Cindy's help.  Alex returns the favor by teaching Cindy how to ride a motorcycle.  This is how the two became close and eventually will become lovers.

Alex learns how wealthy Cindy's family is and gets intimidated.  But because he loves Cindy so much, he figured he should strive hard to become rich and give Cindy the kind of life that she deserves. But Cindy came to him one day and told him that they CAN'T be together.

Watch how this story continues to unfold in "Pahiram ng Sandali," airs weekday nights on GMA-7.(www.tvseriescraze.blogspot.com)

"Angel Versus Angel" in 'One More Try,' Angel Locsin and Angelica Panganiban Battling in the Movie!

Two Angels will be witnessed in the exciting movie "One More Try,"  Star Cinema's official entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival. Angel Locsin and Angelica Panganiban lead the said movie with their respective leading men namely Zanjoe Marudo and Dingdong Dantes.

The characters of Angel and Angelica are rivals in the movie! They will battling for one man! Angel is actually married to the character of Zanjoe while Angelica to Dingdong. But because of a certain reason, Angel will be having an affair to Dingdong. It is for a child!

Surprise and excitements in the mood of the viewers filled the Cinema when the full trailer of "One More Try" was shown during the Premiere Night of "24/7 in Love." Loud screams filled specially when the killer lines between the lead casts were heard!  

Angelica's character is somewhat antagonist in the movie. She will put pain and suffering to the character of Angel. Angel on the other hand will do anything just to save the life of her only child!

What captured the attention of viewers was the last part of the trailer. This was when Angel said "Pahiram ng Asawa Mo" to Angelica! Louder screams followed!

So exciting...! We really can't wait and see "One More Try!" The story is too controversial. I'll post the full trailer here in this site later on! Another must see movie from Star Cinema.(www.tvseriescraze.blogspot.com)

Angel Locsin and Dingdong Dantes' Sweet Photo in Baguio for 'One More Try!'

The much awaited teamup of Angel Locsin and Dingdong Dantes in one big movie will finally be seen this coming December. "One More Try" is Star Cinema's one of the movie entries to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival.

The movie was shot in the city of pine, Baguio. They were currently finishing the scenes for the said most-anticipated romantic movie of the year.  

In line with the movie, here is a sweet photo still of Angel and Dingdong in Baguio. Let's take a glance in this lovable photo:

The photo is shared by the Facebook Fan Page of Ms. Angel Locsin!

Well, Angel and Dong truly posted a perfect chemistry! Their tandem is another new love team to watch out!

What can you say on them, are they truly fitting one another?!

Angel and Dingdong is supposed to be paired in GMA-7's remake of "Marimar" way back in 2007. But when Angel refused the said role and moved to ABS-CBN, Marian Rivera was paired to Dingdong replacing Angel!(www.tvseriescraze.blogspot.com)

Dingdong Dantes Visits Radio Stations DZBB and Barangay LS FM for the Promo of His Movie 'Tiktik: The Aswang Chronicles!'

Kapuso hunk leading man Dingdong Dantes who is the lead star of the much talked-about horror film "Tiktik: The Aswang Chronicles" dropped by the studios of GMA's flagship radio stations -- DZBB AM and Barangay LS 97.1 FM to promote his newest film.

Check out his photos during his radio guesting below:

  

GMA Films is one of the five producers of "Tiktik: The Aswang Chronicles." The Erik Matti movie will hit theaters beginning Wednesday, October 17, 2012.(www.tvseriescraze.blogspot.com)

Dingdong Dantes and Kylie Padilla's TV Series 'Haram' Shelves, GMA-7 Releases Official Statement!

HARAM is a story about the love of LUIS (Dingdong Dantes) a soldier who is of Christian faith for a Muslim girl, NADI (Kylie Padilla).

Eventually, the soldier will find out that this love is "haram" (forbidden); this is the reason why Nadi's family is strictly against their friendship-much more their union.

But because Luis's love is true, he wants to prove that he only has good intentions for Nadi. This pushes him to convert to Islam, so that his love for Nadi would no longer be forbidden.

This is the story of Haram.

A story, not just of a unique kind of love, but alsoabout a Muslim family (Nadi's) and how they endeavor and strive to raise their children to be fitting and acceptable for Allah.

It is the show's intention to make the viewers understand why a relationship between a Muslim girl and a man from outside Islam is forbidden, a doctrine which is also present in other religious beliefs.

At the same time, the show aims to present the beautiful side and the dynamics of the Muslim family life in our contemporary times, and

the dynamics of religious and cultural pluralism,with the desire to promote better understanding and mutual respect among people of various faith traditions.

But because of the current tense atmosphere all over the world and in solidarity and in respect to the entire Muslim Community, GMA 7 has decided is best to shelve Haram for now.

We hope for everyone's understanding.(www.tvseriescraze.blogspot.com)

'Tiktik: The Aswang Chronicles' Brings the Very First Chroma Green Technology in Philippine Cinema!

The Philippine Cinema is now entering into another generation of modern technology. Another milestone, a new trend in the movie-making industry is yet to unfold! And this is via the so-called Chroma Green Technology that will be introduced by the newest horror-flick!

It seems that the year 2012 is a year of Horror Movies! Almost every month, new horror films were shown in different cinemas by the different film outfits. We have now a horror film about possession, then another horror film focusing on psychological drama, afterwards a horror film combining suspense and thriller, and of course a horror film about 'Aswang,' the one where almost all the Filipinos were familiar with!    

Hearing about an 'Aswang' film makes us think that this is a traditional Filipino horror which many of us truly grew up with. But this thinking eventually changed after learning the making of "Tiktik: The Aswang Chronicles!"

Just recently, a media conference was conducted for the upcoming horror flick "Tiktik: The Aswang Chronicles." Media specialists, press people, and bloggers joined the people behind the said movie such as its director, actors, and movie graphic artists. It was an extra-ordinary press conference since the delegates got a chance to see the preview of the film.                

 Erik Matti, the director of the movie shared exciting facts about the movie. And one of these facts is the use of Chroma Green Technology. 

Direk Erik Matti Brings Another Milestone in Philippine Cinema!

Five Film Outfits Collaborate for the Movie

Ramon Bautista Shares His Experience While Doing the Movie!

Yes, "Tiktik: The Aswang Chronicles" is the very first Filipino movie which uses Chroma Green. Chroma Green is a technique wherein a particular studio was wrapped by green screen. And in this green screen, special effects were performed giving a unique life to the background of the movie scene. Proud to say that the movie is shot entirely in green screen using a 2,000 square meter studio. All the backgrounds that you will see in the movie are all products of Chroma Green!

More about the Chroma Green, this technology is commonly used for weather update forecasts, where an interactive map is seen behind the presenter. The use of green screen is predominant in Hollywood blockbusters and advertising to achieve the effects needed for the material. Direk Matti happily shared that they used their resourcefulness in having the green screens. Most of the screens were scrap materials bought chiefly in Divisoria. Take note that these green screens used in Hollywood films were too expensive!         

Direk Matti even shared his success story in producing films. He remembered that 10 years ago, he was very active in doing sexy films such as "Dos Ekis,"  "Prosti," and "Scorpio Nights." He further revealed that his wife was very disappointed to the quality of the films he made before because of a dim or dark background. But he promised that 10 or 15 years later, he will make a great film that will introduce a trend in the Philippine Cinema! And that promise materialized via "Tiktik!"       

RJ Salvador, The Nephew of Philip Salvador Plays 'Aswang' in the Movie!

Direk Erik Matti Reveals the Hi-Tech In the Making of the Movie! 

The Director and the Actor

Aside from the hi-tech effects, Direk Matti even creates a perfect combination of stars playing lead roles in the film. They are Lovi Poe, Joey Marquez, and Janice De Belen who were all "Products of Aswang Movies!"  Agree?! 

Dingdong Dantes plays a significant role in the movie! He is paired for the first time to the co-Kapuso sexy actress Lovi Poe who is now dubbed as the "Queen of Horror Films!" Direk Matti revealed that when Dingdong read the script, he immediately got interested to become part of the movie! According to Direk, "kung wala si Dong baka hanggan ngayon drawing pa rin ang movie na'to!" Dingdong is one of the producer of the movie.   

Joining Dingdong, Janice, Joey, and Lovi are promising stars like LJ Reyes, Ramon Bautista, and RJ Salvador who is the nephew of the veteran actor Philip Salvador and the cousin of the young actress Maja Salvador! RJ and LJ portray "Aswang" in the movie. 

The film is brought by the five film companies namely Agostodos, Post Manila, Reality Entertainment, Mothership, and GMA-Films. The Kapuso film outfit is the distributor of the movie!

"Tiktik: The Aswang Chronicles" is set to hit the theaters this coming October 17, 2012. A red carpet premiere night in SM Megamall will be on October 15. 

Everybody is really excited to see this movie. Another great one of a kind horror flick! Two thumbs up!(www.tvseriescraze.blogspot.com)      

Kapuso's Top Leading Men - Richard Gutierrez, Dingdong Dantes, and Dennis Trillo Banner the "BOLD" Episode of 'Party Pilipinas' This Sunday!

Kapuso hottest and top three leading men will conquer your weekend afternoon party! Prepare to sizzle as they will bring you their so-called BOLD episode!

The country’s one and only concert party on television makes a daring move this Sunday (September 9) with Party Pilipinas Bold.

Four of the most powerful performers of their time take the stage to pay homage to one of the most influential shows that changed the landscape of Philippine television.

One of OPM’s super couples will join Regine Velasquez and Ogie Alcasid on “Dear Mr. and Mrs. A”. The next big star Frencheska Farr, dance princess Mayton Eugenio, and RNB sensation Kris Lawrence celebrate their birthdays.

A bold and brave new set of divas will embark on a challenge to break in the music scene on “VOX Challenge”.

Solenn Heussaff will show once more why she is today’s sexiest vixen with Kapuso Hunks Aljur Abrenica, Benjamin Alves, Rocco Nacino, Enzo Pineda, and Rafael Rosell.

Bold and Beautiful Heart Evangelista, Rhian Ramos, Sarah Lahbati, Glaiza De Castro, and Jennylyn Mercado are all set to make a bold confession.

Sayaw Pilipinas crew performs a new dance style that is taking the social media world by storm, while a new breed of dance stars will send historical EDSA grooving!

Kapuso Network’s most bankable love teams take their closeness to a whole new level. The cast of GMA Telebabad’s new primetime soap “Aso ni San Roque” will also make a bold statement with their furry friends.

Kapuso Leading Men Richard Gutierrez, Dennis Trillo, and Dingdong Dantes will complete the bold line-up, all here to bare it all, for your viewing pleasure on "Party Pilipinas Bold" this Sunday, September 9 only on GMA.(www.tvseriescraze.blogspot.com)

Who Will Be the 2012 Cosmopolitan Cosmomen Cover Hunk?!

The month of September is truly the hottest month of the year. This is the month wherein the Cosmopolitan Magazine launches their annual supplementary magazine called Cosmomen!

In the said magazine, Cosmopolitan features 69 sizzling hot centerfold hunks. And of course focused in the cover is the hunk who topped them all!

From 2007 to 2011, I have compiled the Cosmomen magazine covers featuring Dingdong Dantes, Derek Ramsey, Gerald Anderson, Sam Milby, and Phil Younghusband. And here are their respective covers:

2007 - Dingdong Dantes

2008 - Derek Ramsay

2009 - Gerald Anderson

2010 - Sam Milby

2011 - Phil Younghusband

You may notice that the hunks who were featured in the annual Cosmomem Covers were actually the hottest and brightest men of their respective year.

In 2007, Dingdong Dantes emerged as he played the character of Sergio in the successful remake of "Marimar" in GMA-7. In 2008, Derek Ramsey grabbed the title of being the country's Universal Leading Man. In 2009, Gerald Anderson rose in higher fame and becomes the country's Primetime Action-Drama Prince as he led the hit TV series "Tayong Dalawa!" In 2010, Sam Milby shined the brightest as he led in different Kapamilya movies and TV series. And of course last year, Phil Younghusband was the center of attention as his Team, the AZKALS dominated the country!

Now in 2012, who do you think will be the hottest man to be in the Cosmomen 2012 Cover?! Who among our sizzling yummy hunks deserve to be in the said cover?!

Will it be Coco Martin, Xian Lim, Jake Cuenca, Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil, Piolo Pascual, or Paulo Avelino?! Or do you have other hunks in mind?!

Make your wildest guess! Or we'll just wait and see!(www.tvseriescraze.blogspot.com)