Sarah says it's a real kiss with John Lloyd

POP Princess Sarah Geronimo said she had her first on-screen kiss with leading man John Lloyd Cruz in their box office movie "It Takes A Man and a Woman".

Shown in the latter part of the flick, many moviegoers doubted if it was indeed a real kiss because it was done swiftly.

No wedding bells yet for Heart Evangelista and Chiz Escudero

KAPUSO actress Heart Evangelista and boyfriend Senator Francis Escudero are not yet married.

"Hindi totoo yun. Hindi nga kami engaged. Sasabihin ko naman (kung meron)," she said in a StarTalk interview on Saturday.

Yerro: ‘Bad Romance’: Bad satire

DIRECTOR Ian del Carmen meant for "Bad Romance" to be a satire on local "rom-coms" - romantic comedies. To accomplish this, he seems to have turned to "Hostel" and "Kill Bill" for inspiration.

Unfortunately, the parody is lost under generous helpings of gratuitous gore.

Apl De Ap keen to reconnect with KC Concepcion, Kris Aquino

INTERNATIONAL singer Apl De Ap wants to revive his friendship with KC Concepcion and Kris Aquino while he is in Manila.

He said he looks up to Kris and KC as great examples of hard working women in show biz.

Daniel Padilla on 'Pangako Sa 'Yo' remake

THE appearance of Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo in the recreation of the hit series "Pangako Sa 'Yo" in the new summer station ID of ABS-CBN, raised speculations that the giant network will do a remake of the soap opera.

However, ABS-CBN has not said of any plan to do a remake of the TV series, which launched the successful team up of Jericho Rosales and Kristine Hermosa in 2000.

GMA News TV Int'l launched in Mideast

BROADCAST industry leader GMA Network Inc. (GMA) through its international business unit, GMA International, signed an exclusive agreement with Dubai-based pay-TV platform, My-HD, for the direct-to-home distribution of GMA News TV International in the Middle East.

Starting April 5, GMA and My-HD offer Filipinos in the Middle East the opportunity to have access to the latest, most comprehensive and most credible news from home thru the network's third international channel.

Daniel Padilla to stage first concert

ACTOR Daniel Padilla is set to further conquer the music scene as he holds his first solo concert at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City on April 30.

Dubbed as "Daniel Live: A Birthday Concert," the event the actor's way of thanking his fans for their undying support on his self-titled album and his successful TV series, "Princess and I."

Ai-Ai delas Alas marries businessman boyfriend in Vegas

COMEDY Queen Ai-Ai delas Alas married her 29-year-old businessman boyfriend, Jed Salang, in a simple ceremony in Las Vegas, Nevada.

According to a TV Patrol report, the couple tied the knot at the Venetian Hotel last April 3.

Enzo shifts to heavy drama

HE HAS the looks, the charm that girls are looking for.

But this time around, this Kapuso actor is now ready to prove that he is not just the usual pa-cute actor we see on the boob tube.

GMA launches voter education ads tonight

TONIGHT, the GMA News & Public Affairs Group launches the first of the four part Dapat Tama Election Vignettes. The vignettes tackle corruption, cronyism, vote-buying and voter manipulation -- the darker side of Philippine politics.

The first of four vignettes introduces viewers to a young man named Dave, who survives a terrible event. The newly-built Amatapad Bridge falls down and with it a busload of “flying voters” on their way to the polling precinct.

Iron Man 3 at SM Cinemas

WATCH the most awaited film Iron Man 3 at SM Cinemas beginning April 24.

Early ticket buyers will have a chance to have their photos taken at the Iron Man 3 photo booth on April 27 and 28 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Cinema lobby in SM City Consolacion. Just simply buy two movie tickets between April 2 to 23, or buy P200 worth of Snacktime items between April 24 to 28 at SM Cinema in SM City Consolacion.

Jomari Yllana supports son's showbiz dream

ACTOR Jomari Yllana said he supports the decision of his 14-year-old son, Andrei, to join the entertainment business.

Jomari shared that it was an emotional moment for him because he started in the industry the same age as his son.

Kim Rodriguez dedicates lead role to grandmother

NEWBIE Kim Rodriguez faces the biggest acting challenge of her show biz career as she top bills upcoming drama series "Kakambal ni Elaina."

Set to premier this month, Kim will play the lead role Eliana, a girl who was born with a snake attached to her back. She grew up without a family and was left to tend for herself in a small isolated room in their family's shop.

Kapuso stars grace Panaad Festival opening

THREE of GMA Network's most sought artists Dingdong Dantes, Max Collins and Julie Ann San Jose added more color to Negros Occidental's Panaad Festival opening last April 8 at the Panaad Park and Stadium in Mansilingan, Bacolod City.

In a press conference held at Planta Centro Bacolod Hotel, each of the Kapuso stars shared a thought or two while candidly answering questions from members of the Bacolod press.

It Takes a Man and a Woman

WHEN I first saw the trailer of the movie on You Tube, I told myself that I will definitely watch this movie. And yes, I stay true to my word -- on the first showing day I watch it twice!

The movie's third installment gives me curiosity on what happened to the characters of Laida Magtalas and Miggy Montenegro played by Sarah Geronimo and John Lloyd Cruz. I also didn't expect that they can pull of another movie since they've already done two movies and it's quite risky to do another one.

Richard Gutierrez pleased with mom's determination to win

ACTOR/host Richard Gutierrez said he is immensely pleased with his mother, Annabelle Rama, for her determination to win in the upcoming elections.

Annabelle is seeking a congressional post in Cebu City's north district in the May 13 polls.

Arjo Atayde relishes big showbiz break

ARJO Atayde said he is now ready to prove his worth in show biz as he takes his first lead role in the newest afternoon series "Dugong Buhay."

"It's overwhelming and much pressure on my part right now. Ini-expect ko na baka I'll get this role or break four or five years pa. Pero ito dumating sa akin. Thank you that they believed in my capabilities as an actor," said Arjo who joined show biz over a year ago.

John Prats denies bullying rumors

JOHN Prats denied the rumors that he bullied Melai Cantiveros on the set of "Banana Split."

In an interview with "The Buzz," John said that teasing and joking is normal in the set of "Banana Split" as they treat each other like family.

Rosales denies billing issue as factor for leaving new soap

ACTOR Jericho Rosales dismissed reports that he refused to continue the upcoming primetime series with Judy Anne Santos because of billing issues.

He said there are other reasons behind his decision not to do “Wag Ka Lang Mawawala" with Judy Anne, KC Concepcion and Sam Milby.

Ejay Falcon stars in ‘Dugong Buhay’

EJAY Falcon will face the biggest challenge of his acting career as he stars on ABS-CBN’s new afternoon soap “Dugong Buhay.”

A Carlo J. Caparas masterpiece, “Dugong Buhay” is a television remake of the 1983 film of the same title. It will feature the lifetime search for vengeance of hacienda workers against the cruelty of the De Lara family.

Yerro: Saving endangered Filipino screen gems

FROM scratchy and faded to almost like new. I caught the restored version of Ishmael Bernal's classic "Himala" on TV during the Holy Week lull and was amazed at its transformation.

The original of the much-acclaimed film was turning sepia, and the contrast was almost gone. There were also scratches from poor handling and storage.

Krista Miller ready to face Sunshine Cruz

CONTROVERSIAL starlet Krista Miller said she is willing to face Sunshine Cruz because she is not guilty of the latter's accusations against her.

In a recent interview with Krista, the alleged third party in Sunshine-Cesar Montano marital split-up, reiterated that she is not a home wrecker.

Concert for a cause

TO HELP is in their hearts. And no one can stop them to do it, no matter how strenuous it is organizing an event.

"We are now possessed! Seriously, we are touched by the support we get from everyone most especially the talents who gave their best. We could not fail them!" said Colonel Leopoldo R. Galon Jr., spokesperson of the Armed Forces of the Philippines' Eastern Mindanao Command in a Facebook post.

Richard topbills GMA's new series 'Love & Lies'

GMA Network offers another original series that will definitely make viewers glued to their TV screens with the premiere of Love & Lies. It will replace Temptation of Wife beginning April 8 on GMA Telebabad.

Love & Lies is a suspenserye and a fast-paced action-romance series topbilled by Richard Gutierrez. He plays the role of Edward, a highly decorated officer of the Philippine Navy. Richard returns to primetime after appearing in the successful drama and action series entitled Makapiling Kang Muli. Playing her leading ladies are Michelle Madrigal as Cathy and Bela Padilla as Denise.

Solenn Heussaff surprised by tax evasion case

MODEL/actress Solenn Heussaff was surprised by the news that the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has filed a P3.6 million tax evasion case against her before the Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday.

Sunshine Cruz: Sexy magazine cover not motivated by revenge

ACTRESS Sunshine Cruz said revenge had never crossed her mind when she accepted an offer to pose again for the cover of a popular monthly men's lifestyle magazine.

Thirteen years after she graced the cover of FHM (originally published as For Him Magazine), the first Filipina to do so, Sunshine returns as its April 2013 cover girl shortly after her breakup with Cesar Montano.

Temptation of Wife finale airs tonight

THE much-awaited ending of the Pinoy adaptation of Temptation of Wife finally happens on GMA Telebabad as the series airs its final and tension-filled episode that will keep viewers glued until the last scene Friday night.

Temptation of Wife's most talked about characters -- Angeline (Marian Rivera), Marcel (Dennis Trillo), Nigel (Rafael Rosell) and Heidi (Glaiza de Castro) -- bid farewell to all their devoted supporters and fans around the country, with the program’s consistent high ratings performance for more than five months since its premiere on primetime TV.

Sunshine Cruz still loves Cesar Montano despite breakup

ACTRESS Sunshine Cruz couldn't seem to quit Cesar Montano despite his alleged extramarital affair with starlet Krista Miller.

Sunshine admitted that she still loves her husband, saying it's not easy to just let go as they have been together for years and Cesar is still the father of her children.

‘Reel Time’ wins Peabody award

GMA News TV Channel 11 is proud to announce it has just won its first George Foster Peabody Award for the documentary program Reel Time.

The Peabody Awards—considered the Oscars of broadcast and electronic journalism—recognizes excellence, distinguished achievement and meritorious public service.

Ara Mina ends feud with sister Cristine Reyes

SISTERS Ara Mina and Cristine Reyes have finally ended their long-running feud during the Lenten break.