It's not bad to express your stories and it is not bad also if it is bitter. Just like this new series in iWant that brings bitter and relatable love stories in its original ‘hugot’ anthology series “Ampalaya Chronicles,” starring Khalil Ramos and Elisse Joson in the pilot episode that tackles one-sided love.

The series, which is now streaming on iWant, is based on the best-selling book and stage performances of curated spoken word poems the “Ampalaya Monologues” by Mark Ghosn. The brand has been popular with young audiences for its musings about the pains of love.


The pilot episode titled “ADIK” revolves around shy yet romantic poet Carlo (Khalil), who only wishes to get close to his longtime crush Nina (Elisse). He luckily gets his chance when Nina appears on his doorstep, hoping to get him to help her write and perform poems for her talent portion in an upcoming beauty contest.

As the two get closer, Carlo can’t help but hope that Nina develops feelings for him. However, he painfully realizes that his dream relationship may only seem beautiful in poems.

“ADIK” is based on the piece with the same title by spoken word artist Carlo Hornilla, which garnered 8.2 million views on Facebook and is the first-ever Filipino spoken word performance to go viral on Spotify. The episode is directed by Real Florido, written by Florence Henzon, and produced by Firestarters Production.

Stream “Ampalaya Chronicles” for free on the iWant app (iOs and Android) or iwant.ph. For updates, like www.facebook.com/iWant, and follow @iwant on Twitter and @iwantofficial and @dreamscapedigital on Instagram, and subscribe to www.youtube.com/iWantPH.

Giving honor to our country is one the highest way a person can declare his nationalism, and there are lots of different ways to show that love for the country. You can give honor by winning in athletic events or other competitions. There is also the easiest way to serve the country, become a soldier.
No one knows much how hard it is to become a soldier, especially now that Citizen's Army Training (CAT) and Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) are not part of the school curriculum. While others view it as irrelevant to be part of the training in school, others see its importance - the value of leadership, the bond of camaraderie, and the need to be resourceful.

Interestingly, TV networks now are showcasing Pinoy Soldier themed TV Series. It's not only to let viewers know their struggles and hardship but also the worth of what they are doing. Of course, there are always two sides of the coin, the good and the bad, but we'd rather see the good part than the evil one.

Here are our eight (8) reasons why you should watch A Soldier's Heart.

1. Gerald Anderson - aside from being the lead star of this TV series, let us see him as the character of Alex. Without spoiling much, Alex perceives the military men as heroes who are risking their lives so that others may live.
2. Yves Flores - playing the role of Benjie who's brother died in action has set his mind to be like his brother. To serve and protect the country.
3. Carlo Aquino - portraying the role of Abe is probably challenging. Abe is a Moro who wants to be a soldier to protect the country. With this, we can all learn a different view about life.
4. Nash Aguas - gave everyone a bit of a scare during their training. He almost quit playing the role of Michael, aka Striker. Yes, according to them, all of the lead stars undergone a three (3) day training to familiarize them with the military. His character enlists in the military to have a decent job.
5. Jerome Ponce - plays the character of Phil. Not much background yet about him, but he'll be one of the soldiers wanting to prove something.
6. Vin Abrenica - playing the role of Elmer, the brother of Alex. The first to become a soldier just like their father. He's always competing with Alex, especially with their parents' attention.
7. Elmo Magalona - Mistah or body of Elmer, just like Elmer he's seeking the attention of his father, who's also in the military.
8. Sue Ramirez - played the character of Lourd, the sole woman in the group who is out to prove that serving the country is genderless. 

These are your weeknight's reason to watch A Soldier's Heart. Expect each character to unravel their stories and their reasons for joining the army.

Beautiful and charming this sweet little princess would probably make it in any way, with just a wink of her eyes and a flick of a smile, you'll say yes to her for sure. So, ABS-CBN Lifestyle welcomes 2020 on a happy note as they feature its youngest #ABSCBNLifestyleInspo yet—four-year-old social media sensation Scarlet Snow Belo-Kho, who spreads good vibes this January with a little help from her parents, celebrity doctors Vicki Belo and Hayden Kho.


Be charmed by Scarlet’s innate cuteness as she lives up to the hype of being an influential child—one who has secured admiration and appreciation online and in real life because of her good manners, steadfast faith, intelligence, and kindness and generosity towards others.

Also for this month, ABS-CBN Lifestyle takes the time to look back at 2019, reviewing all the bests from the year that was, from fashion moments to fast-trending stars to personality-approved tourist destinations.
Meanwhile in true spirit of the new year, ABS-CBN Lifestyle packs more punch into its major celebrity lifestyle features including ABS-CBN Lifestyle Inspo (monthly guest editor), Spaces We Love (spaces tour), Pet Mah Luv (celebrities with their pets), and I Love My Job (celebrity sidelines). It also seeks to put more inspiring stellar stories on its wide-ranging sections: Style & Fashion, Food & Dining, Tech, Shows & Happenings, Travel & Leisure, Health & Wellness, Spaces, and People & Inspirations.

ABS-CBN Lifestyle frequenters on social media also have to watch out for more diverse local and international guests who will be featured on ABS-CBN Lifestyle’s weekly Facebook live sessions, Girl Got Skillz and Pillow Talk.
Check out the exciting reads and videos with Scarlet Snow Belo-Kho, the latest #ABSCBNLifestyleInspo. Catch more inspiring stellar stories on ABS-CBN Lifestyle by logging on to Lifestyle.ABS-CBN.com and following the site through its social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter @abscbnlifestyle.

Kisses Delavin, during the "D' Ninang" grand media launch clarifies the alleged jump to a new TV Network. There was a rumor that Kisses moved out of her previous TV Network to accept the offer of the other network. Remember that she was one of the aspiring teen actresses in the Kapamilya Network.

While Kisses or her  manager has not signed any contract yet, Kisses can still accept projects from her previous network.

Though she hasn't made a clear agreement, yet, with the Kapuso Network, Kisses was toured around the GMA Studio premises by Ms. Ai Ai Delas Alas.

Watch the clip of the coverage here.

iWant features a lot of series and movies these days, and it's releasing one series or film after another. One of its upcoming releases is "My Single Lady," which is produced by the star of the series herself, Ms. Jodi Sta. Maria.

This iWant series features a charming and enlightening take on the life of a single mother with a romantic twist in a modern family comedy setting. The comedy series stars Jodi Sta. Maria, Ian Veneracion, and Zanjoe Marudo. My Single Lady will start streaming on January 22, 2020 (Wednesday).

The comedy series will give you four (4) reasons why watch it and not miss its stream.

1. Ian Veneracion - yes, his character Mayor Chester will sure get your attention. Not only the hunk dad actor but the role that he portrays. Intriguing assumptions as to why he left Chona.
2. Zanjoe Marudo - perhaps you have seen him paired with other stars and played the role of a father, which is, by the way, a great addition to this series. It creates a more complicated situation for the lead character Chona. He plays the role of BG, who is a sweet, reliable electrician.
3. Ynigo Delen - plays the role of Red. The son of Chona who takes much of the attention and the main reason of Chona's being a working single mom.
4. Jodi Sta. Maria - of course, the main character of this comedy series Chona. An intriguing title to why it is called My Single Lady. 

To have a brief background. Jodi is a hardworking and devoted single mother to a six-year-old Red and an avid Regine Velasquez fan.



Amid various jobs and PTA meetings, a spark starts when she meets sweet, reliable electrician BG, who then vies for her affection. The situation becomes more complicated as running mayor Chester - Red's Missing In Action (MIA) father - returns to the picture and wants to be involved in his son's life. Although adamant at first, Chona eventually allows father and son to bond upon seeing how Red wants to get to know his dad.

Chona further becomes conflicted as Chester also attempts to woo her back. In her confusion, she finds comfort in her three best friends.


Torn between two handsome men, how will this single mother choose?

The six-part original series features original Regine Velasquez songs and is directed and co-written by Carlo Catu, written by Janina Gacosta, and produced by Jodi Sta. Maria, B617, and Dreamscape Digital.

"My Single Lady" is the comeback project of the well-received Jodi-Ian tandem since "achy Breaky Hearts," and is the first team-up of Jodi and Zanjoe.

The Cast also includes Iyah Mina, Brenda Mage, Vitex Paguirigan, and Carla Martinez.


Find out how Chona's love life unravels in "My Single Lady," streaming for free on iWant starting January 22, 2020 (Wednesday).

One of the strongest love team in showbiz, the onscreen love team and real life sweethearts Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla remained Kapamilyas as they sign their respective three-year contracts with the network yesterday, January 15.

After working on projects separately for more than a year, the phenomenal box office couple shared their sentiments on what people should expect, now that the sought after KathNiel tandem will be back on TV this year with an upcoming teleserye, “Tanging Mahal.”

“It’s going to be something fresh, especially that we have waited for this to happen again. I think that the fans are really excited to see us work together again, and personally, we are excited for this, too,” Daniel shared.

Aside from his project with Kathryn, Daniel also mentioned his excitement about his movie titled “Whether the Weather is Fine” with ABS-CBN executive and veteran actress Charo Santos-Concio.


“I’m hoping that people would watch out for this film because this is really different, this is something new. The attack is different, the feel of the movie is different, that’s why it’s exciting.” Daniel mused.

Kathryn, on the other hand, shared her happiness about the support she’s gaining from her YouTube channel, “Everyday Kath,” which garnered almost a million subscribers in just two weeks after its first vlog release.

“I’m happy. More than the subscribers, I’m more delighted towards the comments that we receive because we do not know that a simple glimpse into our personal lives would have a positive effect on them,” Kathryn shared.

KathNiel fans should also watch out for a comeback movie that the love team will be cooking for this year.

When asked about how they feel towards staying a Kapamilya, Daniel answered “Very happy and very thankful that ABS-CBN still trusts us the same way we trust it. We’re very happy, blessed, and excited for the things in store for us.”


Present in the signing were ABS-CBN chairman Mark Lopez, ABS-CBN president and chief executive officer Carlo Katigbak, chief operating officer of broadcast Cory Vidanes, TV production head Laurenti Dyogi, Star Magic head Johnny Manahan, and head of treasury Rick Tan.

Giving honor to soldiers who are giving their lives to make every safe. This movie is just of  those interesting film that will show what it's like to be a soldier. This coming January 20 (Monday) ABS CBN airs another quality TV series that not only depicts the reality but gives inspiration to be one watching.  So catch these seven brave soldiers who will forge a loyal brotherhood despite their differences as they face the hardships and triumphs of their vocation in ABS-CBN’s newest drama series titled, “A Soldier’s Heart.”. Catch the pilot episode on Monday.

The series features a band of brothers made up of Alex (Gerald Anderson), Elmer (Vin Abrenica), Benjie (Yves Flores), Abe (Carlo Aquino), Michael (Nash Aguas), Phil (Jerome Ponce), and Jethro (Elmo Magalona), who all have different reasons for joining the army, but are bound by one goal: to protect the country.


They are also joined by Lourd (Sue Ramirez), the sole woman in the group who is out to prove that serving the country is genderless.

Together they will experience all the pain, victory, and glory of being a soldier. However, as they go on to fulfill their vowed duties, they will discover secrets that will test their integrity and force them to ask the question: should they still serve their country knowing their mission is no longer aligned with the values they believe in?

As they go on their mission, what will they willingly sacrifice — family, brotherhood, integrity, or themselves?


A tribute to our modern day heroes, “A Soldier’s Heart” is a timely and relevant series as it sheds light on the hardships of Filipino soldiers, who are a symbol of bravery for dedicating their lives for the country. The series also marks the grand union of notable actors of different generations, namely Gerald, Vin, Yves, Elmo, Nash, Jerome, and Carlo, who are set to prove their acting chops on primetime.

Joining the ensemble cast of “A Soldier’s Heart” are seasoned actors Ariel Rivera, Irma Adlawan, Raymond Bagatsing, Sid Lucero, Rommel Padilla, Mickey Ferriols, Nikki Valdez, and Ketchup Eusebio. It is under the direction of Richard Romes and is written by Jerry B. Gracio.

Don’t miss “A Soldier’s Heart,” weeknights on ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN HD (SkyCable ch 167).

It's another year and we're going to see another season of Pia Wurtzbach's Pia's Postcards. Pia Wurtzbach returns to Japan to embark on yet another remarkable adventure on the second season of “Pia’s Postcards,” this time exploring a fragment of the land of the rising sun’s quiet countryside—Saga.

The beauty queen helps shine the spotlight on the small prefecture in Kyushu, most famous for being the so-called origin of ceramics in Japan, and for its hot springs. People who are looking to retreat a little from the hustle and bustle of the city life and who generally prefer a more low-key destination may just find comfort in this place.


Join Pia as she visits Cat Café Coron, a charming café which shelters rescued cats, all of which are available for adoption. She also tries her hand in ceramics making, even painting one herself, as well as dropping by Takezaki Fish Port and The Floating Torii Gate of Ouo Shine, which stands on a shallow area of the ocean in Tara-cho.

The lovely host also stops by Hirakawaya, a place popular for its Onsen Yudofu (onsen tofu), a Japanese tofu hot pot boiled with hot spring water that’s a known specialty of the Ureshino Onsen area. She also digs in on some tofu ice cream for the very first time.

The trip also takes Queen P to her very first hot air balloon ride, an experience that gives her a peek into where the largest international hot air balloon competition in Asia—the Saga International Balloon Fiesta—is being held, usually in late October to early November of every year.


Now on its 2nd season, “Pia’s Postcards” has brought the country’s third Miss Universe across fascinating local and foreign destinations where she immerses herself in the wonderful culture of the places she visits. She has previously reveled in Philippine festivals such as the Pahiyas in Quezon and Higalaay in Cagayan de Oro, as well as witnessed the mesmerizing Jinhae Gunhangje Cherry Blossom Festival in South Korea.

Conquer your travel goals this 2020 starting with the captivating natural marvels and artistry of Saga in “Pia’s Postcards,” airing this Sunday (January 19) on Metro Channel, iWant and Metro.Style’s YouTube channel.

LizQuen fans are very much excited on their much-awaited return this 2020. The love team Liza Soberano and Enrique Gil will bring back the "kilig" and romance to primetime in their journey to finding love as a choice in a world full of options in “Make It With You,” which will air this January 13 (Monday) on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida.

Liza will bring life to Billy, a girl who takes on odd jobs just to make ends meet for her family. Being incredibly resourceful, Billy hustles as a matchmaker matchmaking in Croatia on the side just so she can regularly go on dates and get free meals and gifts she can sell for more income.

Meanwhile, Enrique will play Gabo, a lost soul who finds himself wandering in Croatia hoping to finally determine his path in life. Determined not to return to the Philippines, he does not let hardships deter his spirit and faces all struggles head on living in a foreign country.


The two live different, separate lives—until one day, Croatian socialite Antonia approaches Billy to match her with Gabo in exchange for money. To make sure Gabo is worthy of meeting Antonia’s father, Billy will teach the young man the culture and traditions of Croatia. But, as they spend moments together, they will find themselves falling for each other.

At the time that falling in love is not an option, will Billy and Gabo fight their feelings for each other or will they follow what their hearts are telling them?


Also part of “Make It With You” are Ian Veneracion, Katya Santos, Fumiya Sankai, Eddie Gutierrez, Pokwang, Vangie Labalan, and Herbert Bautista, with up-and-coming stars Jeremiah Lisbo, Anthony Jennings, and Daniela Stranner. It is under the direction of Cathy Garcia-Molina and Richard Arellano and was written by Mark Angos.



Watch out for “Make It With You,” weeknight after “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” on ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN HD (SkyCable ch 167).