Even if after the network’s shutdown happened last year, this did not dampen the spirit of Direk Rahyan to stop training actors. In fact, he and his teachers held all workshops online via zoom. In June 2020, Star Magic had a soft launch of all workshops online. “We had 250 students all over the world during the pandemic from 22 participating countries such as England, London, New Zealand, Singapore, Japan, Australia, Florence Italy, Virginia, New York, L.A., Guam, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, France, New Jersey, Dubai, Qatar, and Canada. We had live and recorded online recitals and culminating activities of all our workshops and people were so entertained and cheered for their loved ones who participated in the online training,” said Direk Rahyan.

Three of today’s hottest stars, Gerald Anderson, Yam Concepcion, and JM de Guzman, are set to capture viewers’ hearts as they get entangled in a controversial love triangle in ABS-CBN Star Creatives’ highly anticipated new series, "Init Sa Magdamag," which will air on Kapamilya Channel, A2Z, and TV5 this April 19.

The trailer has hit 12 million views 13 days after it was first released on YouTube and became a hot trending topic on social media.

Yam and JM play the prominent political couple Rita and Peterson, whose marriage is on the brink of collapse as they struggle to have a child. Peterson met an accident years earlier that made him incapable of fathering a child.

Jamill, or individually known as Jayzam Manabat and Camille Trinidad, is now in the limelight of criticism from the public, online and offline, after being allegedly involved in a cheating issue. Another social media celebrity couple whose relationship is now getting rocked by an allegedly cheating issue of Jayzam Manabat.

Remember that in just more than a year of being quarantined and lockdown, different social media celebrity couples started getting their names on the viral list online after losing their grip with the relationships they have. They all went shaking and reach the point of going on separate ways.

During the ECQ in 2020, 'Walang Hanggang Paalam' is the first teleserye to do the off-studio shoot with their different scenes. Also, the first team to test the process set by ABS CBN when it comes to the health and safety of their personnel, crew, and artists following the stand implemented by the Inter-Agency Task Force or IATF. Despite the different challenges faced, the Walang Hanggang Paalam team didn't falter in moving forward with the project. Professionally, they made an extraordinary teleserye for the Kapamilya viewers to keep them entertained during the quarantine period.

 

A few weeks ago, Ms. Kris Aquino was one of the highlights of news and stories on the net. One, because she defended her children from malicious comments, and two is her action towards that specific issue. It's not easy being a mom, and it's not easy to take on hateful comments, especially if the remarks are towards her beloved children.

Last April 9, Araw ng Kagitingan, Ms. Kris released a video on her Social Media account bravely expressed her feelings being a mom, the nurturer, and the provider for her family, and her actions of facing the next tomorrow of her life. Just like the rainbow that brings new hope for the coming days.

Probably most of us have known Ms. Kris Aquino from her younger days. We have seen her on TV shows, movies, and even talk shows. She is a very unusual and expressive celebrity who has created a name out of being Kris. Yes, she speaks differently, and she has a list of issues in her past, but now is different. Her name talks, but her being a mom inspires louder. The strength of a single mom flows in her words. speaks

Emman (Paulo Avelino) and Celine (Angelica Panganiban) will fight against all odds with the hopes of rebuilding their family and reuniting with their son Robbie in the final week of the Kapamilya teleserye “Walang Hanggang Paalam” on Kapamilya Channel, A2Z, and TV5.

After experiencing endless hurdles that tested their relationship, Emman and Celine’s love for each other has proven to be greater in their search for Robbie, even if they remain unsure if he is still alive.

Viewers should also expect action-packed and heart-tugging scenes in the final week of the series as Emman and Leo (Tonton Gutierrez), as well as Celine and Amelia (Cherry Pie Picache), come face-to-face with each other in their fight to protect their loved ones.

While Leo resorts to saving himself and revealing Amelia’s crimes, Anton will succumb to his obsession with Celine and will do whatever it takes to win her back.

Meanwhile, Sam (Arci Munoz) will make sure that Anton and Amelia pay for their crimes as she helps Emman and Celine get the justice they’ve longed for.

Will Emman and Celine be able to reunite with Robbie? Will Anton and Amelia’s crimes finally be put to an end?

Don’t miss “Walang Hanggang Paalam’s” “Against All Odds” finale this week on Kapamilya Channel, A2Z, TV5, Kapamilya Online Live YouTube channel, ABS-CBN Entertainment Facebook page, and iWantTFC. For viewers outside of the Philippines, catch it on The Filipino Channel on cable and IPTV.

For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom.

Inspired and triggered, these up-and-coming Filipino singer KHIMO and rapper Dotty have worked together to bring original hip-hop R&B tune, “Where The Sun Goes,” the latest release of ABS-CBN’s Old School Records.

KHIMO is a singer-songwriter who previously joined “Tawag ng Tanghalan” season 3 as a contender as well as “Your Moment” as part of the duo called Binary.

Meanwhile, Dotty f.k.a. marc is a UAE-born Pinoy bedroom musician who came out with his five-track EP “poster boy” last year. He recently enlisted with Tarsier Records and released his collab with Subzylla entitled “regardless.”

A euphonious lament first written in May 2020, it was inspired by songwriter Nhiko Viktor’s experience during the community quarantine. “It’s a metaphor about not knowing why the soul feels so dark at night,” he said.

Dotty’s rap part came along early this year, which Nhiko affirmed to have brought a “different perspective to the song,” with focus on one’s struggle in keeping the demons out when the sun goes down.

“Where The Sun Goes” is one of the new tracks released under Old School Records, an ABS-CBN Music label that highlights sounds bearing the ‘70s, ‘80s, or ‘90s sound with a contemporary twist.

Check out KHIMO and Dotty’s “Where The Sun Goes,” out now on various music streaming services. For more music updates, follow Old School Records on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

New music topic for today, as global superstar Doja Cat unveils the first taste of Planet Her. 

MMK today will be sharing another wonderful story. Catch Rita Avila and Paulo Angeles as they play a role that will prove age does not matter when it comes to love in this two-part special starting this Saturday (April 10).

Ivy (Rita Avila) loves to act on stage but she agreed to put it on hold when her boyfriend Ian (William Lorenzo) asked her to when he proposed marriage so that they can have children.

But Ivy was unable to return to acting even after having four children as Ian continued to forbid her. Sacrificing her passion, Ivy set up a school with her husband. Even as she followed a new path in life, the two continued to fight, which eventually resulted in their separation.

One of the longest-running action-packed TV Series in the Philippines, “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” has released a recompilation soundtrack that features its new theme song by Filipino pride Arnel Pineda that will heighten viewers’ excitement and emotions while watching the fan-favorite Kapamilya primetime teleserye.

Arnel has lent his voice for the rock song “Cardo Dalisay” composed by cast member Bassilyo, which serves as a fitting anthem for the heroic character played by Coco Martin.

The inspirational track “Ililigtas Ka Niya” meanwhile gets a fresh take by internationally-acclaimed Filipino acapella group Pinopela. The religious song which serves as the group’s first single offers assurance through God’s deliverance and was originally sung by Gary Valenciano.

Also part of the recompilation album is Task Force Agila’s theme song “Dagit Ng Agila,” sung by Coco featuring the song’s composer and producer Bassilyo who teamed up with fellow rapper and cast member Smugglaz in performing the song.

“Nandyan Na Si Cardo,” which serves as the opening song of the action-drama series since 2018, is also part of the latest soundtrack. The pop rock song which highlights Cardo’s boldness and bravery was composed, produced, and performed by Randy Santiago.

The rap song written, produced, and performed by Bassilyo titled “Vendetta,” which was inspired by the vigilante group of the same which Cardo had been a part of, is also included in the new compilation.


The series’ latest album also includes well-loved tunes from the show’s 2016 original soundtrack “FPJ's Ang Probinsyano (Music from the Original TV Series).”

Some of the songs from the aforementioned initial album include Gary Valenciano’s “’Wag Ka Nang Umiyak,” Gloc 9 and Ebe Dancel’s “Ang Probinsyano,” and Coco’s “Ako Si Superman.”

Continue to journey with Cardo in his fight for the good by streaming “Cardo Dalisay” and other “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” soundtracks on various digital music platforms. For more details, like Star Music on Facebook (www.facebook.com/starmusicph), and follow it on Twitter and Instagram (@StarMusicPH).
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A partnership to spur mobility and on-demand delivery services. This is the teaming of two companies and this is what they are doing for the domestic economy of Cebu as they prepare for gradual reopening and providing services to continue playing their roles in driving economic activities across various industries and supply chains. Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corporation, the Philippines’ longest-running energy company, and Grab Philippines, Southeast Asia’s leading superapp, have come together to provide support to Grab’s driver- and delivery-partners who play a key role in supporting Cebu’s longer-term socio-economic recovery through safe and reliable mobility and delivery services.

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My reflection of this year's Seven Last Words of Jesus Christ.

"Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do."

The first words that came out of His mouth after being hanged on the cross. No matter how harsh and rude people are, still, Jesus Christ asked His Father in heaven to forgive them.

For us, mortals and sinners, this is insane because of our nature to be vengeful. But for Him, it is easy to forgive. Let's hope that in these days of the pandemic we should, at least not point fingers, but instead be mindful of how to help instead of spread hate.

"Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise."

Dismas received an immediate assurance, and on that day, Christ brought him to heaven. The story of Dismas is not just about who goes to heave, but it's about faith and trust.

Today, people are losing their trust in the government and perhaps in the people around them because of the COVID19. Yes, there are irregularities in the government but we should lose faith and trust in the Lord that things will get better. Instead of looking for faults in everyone, let us all look for the good. And pray that goodness prevails in every person.

"Woman, behold, thy son! Behold, thy mother!"

Women are strong no matter what trials and problems they face. This part of the seven last words portrays the strength of women. The scene of Mary seeing his son suffering is like the scene in today's pandemic. A lot of them have suffered, but that doesn't hold them back.

Also, the doctors and nurses play the part of Mary, being strong, to every patient they tend to. It's like being a mother to them since these patients are alone and fighting for their lives.

"Eli, Eli, Lama Sabachthani" or "My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?"

It is perhaps what most people are thinking right now. We thought that God has forsaken us. I remember the story of a man walking along the beach where, at first, he sees footprints in the sands, but when problems cames to his life, only a single footprint was there in the sand. He didn't know that was Christ's footprints carrying him in his time of trials.

"I thirst."

Summer is already here, and in just a few minutes under the sun can dehydrate us. Imagine Jesus Christ walked from the city to Mount Golgotha, which is more than one kilometer and carrying a cross, do you think you wouldn't get thirst? In my reflection, His thirst is not just the physical thirst but also spiritual.

"Tetelestai" or "It is finished."

It is finished, for His mortal body, it is. The sacrificial lamb that took away our sinners.

If you're a butcher, you'll know the case of draining blood from the butchered animal. Taking away all the impurities.

"Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit."

Into Thy hands, I commend my spirit. I just pray that we all put our trust in the Lord and let His ways work on us all.

 

Who would have imagined that after more than a year of battling the pandemic, there will be an ECQ 20.21? Most, if not all, of us are tired, wary and worn-out from this seemingly endless trial that humanity is facing. But the key is not to be complacent and always remember to follow health and safety protocols like proper wearing of face mask and face shield, regular hand washing, observing physical distancing, and most important of all, staying home, if you can! Let us not let this pandemic defeat us! Let us not let it deem our light of hope. Let us not forget to smile!

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