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In the exciting new iWantTFC original series "Fractured," Francine Diaz and Seth Fedelin take the helm as they guide a group of seven individuals with fractured spirits through a gripping battle for survival on a secluded island.

In the tapestry of teenage life, bad habits, bullying, and family issues have always been part of the story, no matter which generation we're talking about. Whether it's the older generation (baby boomers) or the younger one (Gen Z), it seems like these problems always show up. What makes them different is how they happen, how people deal with them, and how much they affect us. And this is just my thoughts and my observation, I'm not a guru or an expert but probably thoughts of me being once a teenager.

For people who love movies and books, these things are like the essential ingredients in a recipe. Just like a dish isn't tasty without the right spices, growing up isn't complete without these challenges. People often say, and it's somewhat true, that these difficulties are a normal part of growing up. At some point in your life, there's always someone who makes things tough for you. What matters is how you handle it and how it affects you.

The forthcoming primetime series "Senior High," set to debut on Monday (August 28), will feature the country's emerging luminaries including Andrea Brillantes, Kyle Echarri, Juan Karlos, Elijah Canlas, Zaijian Jaranilla, and Xyriel Manabat. Together, they will delve into the paramount challenges confronted by Generation Z, as presented by ABS-CBN and iwantTFC.

The mystery-thriller series ais to shed light on important and relevant issues that individuals struggle with no matter what social class they belong to. Topics such as usicide, mental health, bullying, and peer pressure are highlighted in the series to help viewers have a better understanding if ever they are in a similar situation.

With the advance screening of the series, here are some details about the upcoming series in the Kapamilya Network. 

The newest coming-of-age primetime series, “Senior High,” will showcase the country’s next generation of stars - Andrea Brillantes, Kyle Echarri, Juan Karlos, Elijah Canlas, Zaijian Jaranilla, Xyriel Manabat, Daniela Stranner, Miggy Jimenez, Tommy Alejandrino, and Gela Atayde. Joining them are veteran actors such as Angel Aquino, Baron Geisler, Mon Confiado, and Sylvia Sanchez, together with Desiree Del Valle, Kean Cipriano, Ana Abad Santos, Gerald Madrid, Inka Magnaye, Angeli Bayani, Ryan Eigenmann, Rans Rifol, Rap Robes, Kakki Teodoro, and Floyd Tena. ABS-CBN Entertainment and iWantTFC present a Dreamscape Entertainment production, “Senior High,” coming this August 28 at 9:30 PM on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, A2Z, TV5, iWantTFC, and TFC.

Veteran director FM Reyes brings to life an exciting story of revenge, secrets, and mistrust in the new afternoon series “Nag-aapoy na Damdamin” starring JC De Vera, Ria Atayde, Tony Labrusca, and Jane Oineza.

Together with the series co-director Benedict Mique, Direk FM has focused on these key points that made the fiery series pique the interest of viewers:

Intricate storytelling

When Direk FM first heard the story of “Nag-aapoy na Damdamin” he was immediately enticed by the depth and the burning emotions of its characters.

 

Prime Video today announced the premiere date of Cattleya Killer, an Amazon Exclusive crime-thriller series, and debuted the official trailer. The six-episode series, produced by ABS-CBN International Production and Nathan Studios, is based on a classic ‘90s Filipino film, Sa Aking Mga Kamay (In My Own Hands), and will be available on Prime Video on June 1 in Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and other selected territories. The series marks the first series collaboration between Prime Video and ABS-CBN, further promoting Filipino talents and stories to the world.

Cattleya Killer stars Arjo Atayde, the winner of Best Actor at the 2020 Asian Academy Creative Awards, along with Jake Cuenca, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Jane Oineza, Ria Atayde, Ricky Davao, Nonie Buencamino, and Christopher de Leon.

 

Vivamax is in again for another beauty in its long list of sexy actresses. It has just welcomed a new nymphet to their latest film offering, "Lagaslas" - the stunning Manang Medina from Olongapo. This may sound different but we're used to hear the word 'manang' as a part of our respect for the generations ahead of us (elders) but this time it seems that we're in for an unlikely quonotation of the term - a more sexy and erotic. While she (Manang Medina) may not be a traditional "manang," she is certainly an actress ready to take the world by storm, even if it means shedding her clothes to do so. As it implies in an interview, “Artista po ako. Teatro po ang training ko. Basta kung ano ang dapat sa ikagaganda ng istorya, handa ko itong gawin.” [I am an actress. I trained in theater. Whatever is needed to make the story more beautiful, I am willing to do.] And based on the recently-released teaser for the film, it seems that she fully lives up to her promise.

Anyway, 'manang' or not, she will definitely a new color to expect in Vivamax color pallette of sexy stars.

The new TV series, FPJ's Batang Quiapo, received a warm reception from fans and viewers after its first episode aired. The show features talented actress Miles Ocampo and is produced by popular actor Coco Martin. However, the show recently faced criticism from the Muslim community due to an episode that portrayed the community in a negative light.

Fernando Poe Jr., or FPJ, is a beloved figure in the Muslim community, not just for his films, but also for the respect and recognition he gave to the community in his work. It was disappointing that the Batang Quiapo series offended the Muslim community, even though the episode in question was fictional. The scene depicted a Muslim character tolerating theft, which many viewers found offensive and inaccurate.

 

From the 1950s, 60s, 70s, it was a magical time for Philippine cinema, and love teams were at the forefront of it all. Each pair had its unique chemistry and charm that captivated audiences. From the comedic timing of "DolphiDa" to the undeniable chemistry of "FPJ - Susan," these love teams brought a special kind of magic to the big screen.

One of the most notable things about these love teams was that they were able to bring their on-screen romance to real life. Perhaps that the catch of this love team that they were as if for real. Well in fact, many of these pairs had real-life romances that only added to the chemistry they had on screen. Their love stories were not only entertaining but also inspiring, making them even more beloved by audiences.

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• One of the famous love teams of the 1950s-1960s was "Dolphy- Nida," consisting of Dolphy and Nida Blanca. Their comedic timing and on-screen chemistry had audiences in stitches. They starred in several films together, and their popularity continued to grow.

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• "Eddie-Amalia" was another iconic love team of the 1960s, consisting of Eddie Garcia and Amalia Fuentes. They had strong chemistry and starred in several films together. Their love story on-screen was just as captivating as their real-life romance.

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• "Romeo-Gloria" was another popular love team of the 1960s, consisting of Romeo Vasquez and Gloria Romero. They had great on-screen chemistry and starred in several films together. They were considered one of the most iconic love teams of all time.

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• "Susan-FPJ" and "Luis-Susan" were also poular love teams of the 1960s, consisting of Susan Roces and Fernando Poe Jr and Luis Gonzales respectively. They had undeniable chemistry and starred in several films together.

• The love team of "Tita-Pancho," Tita Duran and Pancho Magalona, not only on screen but went to marrying each other. One thing that jive them both is dancing. They're always a pair when it comes to dancing. What's interesting with this couple is that their love team crosses beyond the screen that bore one of the greatest Pinoy rapper. 

To sum it all up, the love teams of the 1960s were a defining moment in Philippine entertainment history. Their chemistry, romance, and iconic performances will always be remembered and cherished by fans. They have set the bar high for future generations of actors and have left a lasting legacy that will be remembered for years to come.

 

AQ Prime's first BL movie, 'Baka Sakali,' is now exclusively available for streaming on the AQ Prime app as their Valentine's Day offering. The movie tells a non-traditional love story that conveys the idea that love is boundless and that everyone deserves to be happy and free. The film stars Drei Arias, Leandré Adams, Seon Quintos, and April 'Congratulations' Gustilo and is directed by Bong Ramos.

While the movie follows a typical love story narrative, what sets it apart is the intimate scenes involving the lead actors Drei, Leandré, and April, who confidently display their sexy bods on the screen.

The much-anticipated comeback of Primetime King Coco Martin to television was nothing short of phenomenal, as his new Kapamilya teleserye, “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo,” debuted with a spectacular pilot episode that captured the hearts of fans nationwide. This was evident in the overwhelming support and reception from fans who flocked to Plaza Miranda in Quiapo, Manila to witness the series' official poster unveiling and live public viewing of the one-hour long, action-packed pilot episode. The series' impressive performance on social media was also undeniable, with the show quickly trending on Twitter and generating an outstanding 341,509 live concurrent views on Kapamilya Online Live on YouTube, proving the insatiable appetite of the viewing public for quality entertainment.

Coco expressed his gratitude to the viewers for their overwhelming support and said, “Nakakatuwa kasi na-appreciate nila ‘yung pinaghirapan namin. Kasi talagang dugo at pawis ang pinagpuhunan namin para mapaganda namin ‘yung palabas ngayon. Susulitin namin ‘yung pagmamahal na ibinibigay nila sa amin.”

The public viewing capped-off Coco’s two-week long festivities to celebrate the premiere of “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo.” Earlier, Coco and his co-stars, led by Lovi Poe, Cherry Pie Picache, John Estrada, and McCoy de Leon, greeted fans who filled the streets in a festive-like parade that passed through Baclaran, Luneta, Quiapo, and Tondo and lasted almost four hours last February 9.

The official hashtag for the premiere of the series, #FPJsBatangQuiapoDay, was also the top trending topic on Twitter in the Philippines with over 22,000 tweets. Coco, as well as the tags "Primetime King Is Back” and “Plaza Miranda” also made it to the trending list on Twitter, while Miles Ocampo ranked among the worldwide trends for her emotional portrayal of a conflicted young mother.

The first episode of “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo” gave a series of backstories that started with how the high-speed chase for Ramon (Coco), a notorious criminal, led him to rape a stranger named Marites (Miles), in his desperate attempt to continue his bloodline. Later on, it was revealed that the child that Marites gave birth to is Tanggol (Coco).

Meanwhile, fans also flocked to Cebu last February 11 to witness the special performances of the “Batang Quiapo” cast during their mall show in Cebu.

Don’t miss the action-packed scenes in “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo,” which is inspired by the original story of Regal Films, on weeknights at 8 PM on Kapamilya Channel, A2Z, TV5, iWantTFC, and Kapamilya Online Live on ABS-CBN Entertainment’s YouTube channel and Facebook page. Viewers who use any digital TV box at home such as the TVplus box only need to rescan their device to be able to watch “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo” on TV5 and A2Z. The show is also available to viewers in and out of the Philippines on iWantTFC, while viewers outside of the Philippines can watch on The Filipino Channel (TFC) on cable and IPTV.

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With the determination to protect Nueva Esperanza and avenge Regina's death, Darna (Jane De Leon) is ready for the biggest battles ahead in the finale of "Mars Ravelo's Darna." Heneral Borgo's evil plan to kill Darna is in full swing, as his army grows stronger with the transformation of Ali into a powerful extra. But will Darna be able to save her community in the impending war?

 

The Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) is here once again to hold another awarding ceremony after the successful 35th Star Awards for Television, the 37th Star Awards for Movies will be exclusively streaming on FlexTV, on Saturday, February 4, 2023, Sunday February 12, 2023 at 7:00 PM.

This time, PMPC shall honor and recognize the hardworking men and women of Philippine cinema who have really worked the extra mile to produce and show their movies on various platforms available in 2020 in the midst of the pandemic.

Alongside commending the winners, the 37th Star Awards for Movies shall also confer special awards to veteran actor Ronaldo Valdez for the Nora Aunor Ulirang Artista Lifetime Achievement Award, and to international-acclaimed director Brillante Mendoza for the Ulirang Alagad ng Pelikula sa Likod ng Kamera Lifetime Achievement Award.