Erik Santos denies leaving ABS-CBN

PRINCE of Pop Erik Santos denied that he is leaving ABS-CBN soon.

In a Cinema News interview aired over the weekend, Erik said there will be no switch because he is happy with ABS-CBN.

ABS-CBN earns TV rights to 13 Mars Ravelo classics

GIANT television network ABS-CBN earned the exclusive rights to 13 classic works of legendary "komiks" novelist Mars Ravelo.

The partnership was recently sealed between the network and Ravelo's children, Rex and Rita. The signing was attended by ABS-CBN chairman Gabby Lopez III, president and CEO Charo Santos-Concio, broadcast head Cory Vidanes, chief finance officer Rolando Valdueza.

Yerro: Pre-apocalyptic barkada bonding in ‘Coming Soon’

SIX young friends, brainwashed into believing that the end of the world is nigh, pile into a van and hit the road for some pre-apocalypse soul-searching.

“Coming Soon,” the initial film offering of Fearless Production and Brown Sugar Entertainment, ratchets up the humor in this ribald tale of barkada bonding.

Raymart Santiago top bills 'Home Sweet Home'

AFTER a six-month break, Raymart Santiago will return on television via the upcoming family-oriented comedy series "Home Sweet Home" on GMA-7.

"Nung i-offer sa akin itong 'Home Sweet Home’ and sinama din naman ako sa pag conceptualize ng show na ito, naging excited ako. Every taping I'm always looking forward na magtrabaho," said the actor.

Alex Gonzaga returns to ABS-CBN

TELEVISION host Alex Gonzaga is back again in ABS-CBN.

The younger sister of Multimedia star Toni Gonzaga recently signed a two-year exclusive contract with the giant network.

Kris Aquino not resigning but will take leave

QUEEN of All Media Kris Aquino is not resigning from her show biz job but and would take a temporary leave instead, ABS-CBN said in a statement.

Bong Osorio, the network's Corporate Communication head, said both camps met several times to discuss the intent of the television host to resign.

Kris Aquino tops list of individual taxpayers in 2011

QUEEN of All Media Kris Aquino is the top celebrity and individual taxpayer in 2011 based on the Top 500 list released by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR).

BIR said Aquino paid P49.8 million in taxes in 2011, making her the country's highest paid celebrity.

Edgar Allan Guzman flattered being called 'the next Coco Martin'

EDGAR Allan Guzman said that he finds it flattering that he is being considered as an heir to the throne of Prince of Independent Films, Coco Martin.

Edgar, who also started in the independent film industry, had worked with Coco in the past and remains as a good friend of the actor.

Ariella Arida crowned Bb. Pilipinas-Universe 2013

MANILA – Laguna native Ariella Arida will represent the Philippines to the Miss Universe pageant later this year after she was hailed Binibining Pilipinas-Universe 2013 during the coronation night held at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum Sunday evening.

Arida, a 24-year-old Chemistry graduate from Alaminos, Laguna, not only bagged the coveted Bb. Pilipinas crown, but also took home the Best in Swimsuit Award.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'It Takes A Man and a Woman' hit P65M mark in 2 days

EARNINGS for the latest Star Cinema and Viva Films movie starring John Lloyd Cruz and Pop Princess Sarah Geronimo reached P65 million within two days of release in theaters nationwide.

Star Cinema said the romantic-comedy movie "It Takes A Man and a Woman" already hit P65 million in two days and it is expected to break box office records.