Your fave wishing star will have its farewell soon. Will the heart’s purest wishes prevail over its own selfish desires in “Starla”? Will Starla be successful with her mission and turn into a wishing star? Or will she grant a bad wish and become a black hole?

Follow the final fight for hope, forgiveness, and love for family as Teresa (Judy Ann Santos) and her family scramble to make things right in the primetime program’s last five starry nights starting this Monday (January 6).



Teresa, Mang Greggy (Joel Torre), and Buboy (Enzo Pelojero) face a new challenge as Dexter (Joem Bascon) holds Starla (Jana Agoncillo) captive after having finally confirmed that she is the real reason behind the mysterious and inexplicable miracles in Barrio Maulap, which hindered his previous plans.

Desperate for the baby wishing star to follow his orders, Dexter resorts to blackmailing and cooks up yet another evil scheme as he threatens to endanger Buboy’s and Mang Greggy’s lives.

With just only five wishes left from her initial 50, the baby wishing star has to carefully weigh up the dangerous situation to ensure the safety of her adoptive family on Earth and the whole Barrio Maulap.

Meanwhile, after painfully reflecting on her actions and forgiving her father, a renewed Teresa plans to repent and to confess to the whole town her wrongdoings and original plans of revenge. Will the townspeople be able to forgive or will they now truly turn their backs on her? To what lengths will Teresa go to correct her mistakes?

With Dexter’s evil plans looming over the horizon, will Starla be able to save the town? Will she still become a full-fledged wishing star?

“Starla” written by Dindo Perez, and directed by Onat Diaz, Darnel Villaflor, and Jerome Pobocan, has brightened viewers’ nights nationwide as it imparted lessons and good vibes to kids and the whole family since its premiere last October. As 2020 kicks off, the series continues to remind viewers to carry with them the value of hope, forgiveness, love for family, and helping others for the rest of the year.


Don’t miss “Starla" on ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida.

SHOP SM - Simple Home Opportunity to Purchase at SM. These are the words I coined after experiencing shopping online at SM. Yes, they now have this online shopping where you can have access to a lot of items that SM offers.

With today's commuting and traffic problem, it seems that the solution, for now, is to do things online. Of course, with a lot of disruptions in today's economy, every business tends to follow the trends and one of which is by going online or e-commerce.

Buying online isn't new to me and I have been purchasing items online when I needed it or when I'm compelled to because of some good circumstances. In other words, online shopping is the "in" thing.

There are different reasons why people buy online. One of which is to avoid traffic, two is the convenience in buying and three is the hassle-free of bringing it home. These are just some of the many reasons, well for me, the most is the heavy traffic.


When I got the news that SM is now running its online store, well its a relief. For the reason that it is one of our 'go-to' places when buying clothes or shoes and other stuff. So, to know if it is working perfectly and if it is a good option, I tried to experience their online shopping. From registering up to receiving the actual item that I purchased. My conclusion I find it simple, easy and convenient, so I created words to describe it....


SIMPLE - by simply registering and logging to your account you can find a variety of items to purchase. It's as easy as 1, 2 and 3. It's user-friendly. They have their mobile app and the usual desktop platform. You can easily navigate around and look for the items that you like.

Each item comes with the photo, description, price, sizes, and availability.

HOME - yes you can do your shopping at the comfort of your home. No traffic to worry, it's a hassle-free shopping. Of course, if you want to go out some time you can have a choice of picking it up in one of the stores without having the trouble of going around the mall or having it delivered in the comfort of your home.

They have SIZE GUIDE for you

OPPORTUNITY - an opportunity to get your favorite or wanted items that are on sale at the actual store of SM. Another opportunity is if you use your SM Advantage Card (SMAC) you can also earn points just like purchasing in SM Store.

with features to use your SMAC, Delivery or Pick Up, and Cash on Delivery or Credit/Debit Card

PURCHASE - purchasing is just simple and you have an option of using your credit or debit card or you can simply have it Cash On Delivery (COD).

Delivered at your doorstep

Now, I simply shop and had my items delivered at home without the thought of going through the dreaded heavy traffic of the metro. I even had time to do house chores and play with the kids.

So, what did I tried to get shopping from SM's online store? Well, for a Dad who's just into a low budget, well I was lucky enough to get items on sale which made me grab three (3) items. One for me and each for my boys, shorts and two shirts, respectively. My experience is quite easy and simple. Anyone who knows how to use the computer would be enticed to shop at SM and that's online. What do you think will you have if you were given a limited budget?


Another thing that I like about them is the worth of their shipping fee, which is just Php100.00. I was able to make my order around the 30th of December and I was able to receive the item on the 4th of January on the date they promised. Take note that there are holidays.



So, the next time you plan to go to the mall and plan of buying something for someone or for the household better consider this online option. It may not be as exciting of going around the mall but at least it saves you time and hassle. They are really living with their tag line "we've got it all for you!"

You can also check out my tips and easy steps in doing your online shopping with www.shopsm.com.

Voltes V Legacy Teaser  Excites Everyone, Are You Excited?

One of the most watched 2D animated series in the 80s until 90s. That was the colorful 2D animation before and made every childhood a wonderful memory. Now that TOEI Co. Ltd released and is under the GMA 7, the Kapuso Network, this remake of Voltes V in 3D format will definitely entice everyone to watch it.


GMA just released the teaser of the animated series Voltes V Legacy and have already garnered a huge views and reactions, most of them are from netizens who have witnessed the rise and fall of the 2D animated series.

Me, well pretty much excited to watch this and share with my kids.

It's another series from the country's first and true home of Asianovelas, ABS-CBN, brings viewers back to the Joseon era as it premieres the hit Korean drama “Flower Crew: Dating Agency” on January 6, 2020.

Korean drame enthusiasts will surely have an interesting story to watch out on 2020 at the Kapamilya network.

This fairy tale brings the story of Lee Soo (Seo Ji Hoon), an ordinary countryside blacksmith, who is in love with the slave, Gae Ddong (Gong Seung-Yeon) and hires the matchmaking experts of the Flower Crew Dating Agency, as he intends to propose marriage to her. On the day of their supposed wedding, he disappears, but later emerges as the king of Joseon.

But becoming royalty does not change his feelings for Gae Ddong. This time, he faces the impossible because as king, he cannot marry a woman with a humble background. He then looks for and seeks help from the Flower Crew to transform Gae Ddong into a noblewoman.

The task proves to be difficult for three men from the agency—Ma Hoon (Kim Min-Jae), Do Joon (Byeon Woo-Seok) and Go Young Soo (Park Ji-Hoon)—as they are confronted with complex choices between politics and etiquette, loyalties and emotions, and adversaries and their very own friendship.

Catch the premiere of “Flower Crew: Dating Agency” on January 6, 2020.

News from LizQuen, MayWard, Gerald, and Carlo as these big names welcomes 2020 with big and new TV offerings. ABS-CBN will unleash a bounty of fresh and exciting offerings, including teleseryes starring the biggest names in the industry, the return of well-loved reality singing competition, and the premiere of the biggest Asian dramas.

After more than a year of waiting, the tandem of Liza Soberano and Enrique Gil finally makes their TV comeback this January in the newest series “Make It With You,” which was shot in Croatia.

Gerald Anderson, Nash Aguas, Yves Flores, Elmo Magalona, Vin Abrenica, Jerome Ponce, and Carlo Aquino come together in a drama which will bear stories of brave soldiers, “A Soldier’s Heart.”

Set to rule TV are new Asian dramas, including the most awarded one in 2019, “Yang Xi” and “Flower Crew Dating Agency” starring South Korean actor and rapper Kim Min-jae.

Meanwhile, reality-singing competition “The Voice Teens,” now with returning coach Apl.De.Ap, comes back for a new season in February.

Love will fill the air in March as Maymay Entrata and Edward Barber make their teleserye debut in “When We Fall In Love,” which was shot in Japan.

For more official updates on the Kapamilya network’s upcoming offerings, follow the official social media accounts of various ABS-CBN properties and log on to abs-cbn.com.

Sharing something new about the music industry.

After selling out their first major concert in a record-breaking three minutes, SB19 is ready to dominate the local and international music market with the release of their latest single, “Alab.”

If you think the previous releases were straight up fire, wait until you hear “Alab”—a dance-pop banger built on sophisticated production, digital beats, and pulsating grooves.

Produced by Han Tae Soo, the upbeat track is “basically about finding your true love and doing whatever it takes to win that certain someone.”

“Here, we thought of fire as our burning desire, emphasizing that there’s no other way to confess your love but to tell the person directly, and that you shouldn’t waste time,” lead vocalist and rapper Sejun opens up.

Partnership with Sony Music Philippines

“Alab” is SB19’s first official single under Sony Music Philippines.

The P-pop boyband has recently expressed their gratitude to the international record label for making the partnership work. “With Sony Music Philippines, they’re a well-known major label worldwide. We feel like we can do so much more and expand to a wider audience,” Sejun says.

Sony Music, on the other hand, is thrilled to have SB19 on board. “We’re looking forward to fueling and supporting many more breakthroughs for Sejun, Josh, Stell, Ken, and Justin,” says Roslyn Pineda, Sony Music’s GM Philippines & VP Business Development Asia.

After receiving a copy of SB19’s dance practice video for “Go Up” from Sony Music Philippines A&R and Digital Director Maan Atienza, Roslyn can’t help but feel thoroughly impressed. “I am beyond excited! Filipinos are natural performers and when it comes to training and discipline, nothing beats the Korean way. When you merge the two, you come up with something special — SB19. They’ve taken K-Pop and made it their own. Actually, our own, if you consider SB19’s official fanbase name A’TIN.”

Brief Background

SB19 is composed of Sejun (leader, rapper and lead vocalist), Josh (lead rapper and dancer), Stell (vocalist and lead dancer), Ken (main dancer and vocalist), and Justin– (vocalist and visuals). The fast-rising boyband debuted in 2018 with “Tilaluha,” and soon gained traction with the video release of choreography-heavy “Go Up” in July 2019.

They nabbed the first spot as this year’s most Googled Male Personalities in the Philippines, beating personalities such as Vico Sotto, Isko Moreno and more.

They recently landed on Billboard's Next Big Sound chart—which according to its website, tracks the fastest accelerating artists during the past week.

“Alab” is now available on all music streaming and download platforms worldwide.

I remember I have one blog post here in Kwento Ni Toto about Ivana Alawi, that was during her launch as the cover girl of the sensational adult magazine. You can check it out on this blog post An Afternoon of Press Conference with the Cover Girl, Ivana Alawi. Yes, our story for today is about Ivana and her vlog. Didn't exactly know when did she start her vlogging career but I'm pretty sure her presence spiked up during the airing of "Sino Ang May Sala?". She's one of the main characters in that TV series. Though she already appeared in "Ang Probinsyano" as the beloved of the late Eddie Garcia'character Don Emilio, which also goes side ways with the character of Ryan Eigenmann.

During that time she's not only beauty and bod but she also have the acting skills, that is why after 'Ang Probinsyano' she was given a role in 'Sino Ang May Sala'.

Okay, now let us get into her vlogging gig that really created a buzz. Not only a buzz but it hit the virality mark raking over a million followers, of course getting an income probably more than she earns in acting.


So, how does this beatiful actress get that much following aside from the obvious facts of her beauty and bod? With this, I decided to get into the details about her and her vlog. I was able to surface 5 interesting facts after watching some of her vlogs.

1. Personality and curves. Probably one of the major factor that lead to viral status. Though lack of the obvious height Ivana was gifted with much more than what she already have, her personality. Being true in front if the camera and giving facts about her life without pretentions. Of course the curves does the attraction.

2. Family support. Her mom and her siblings made it even more interesting and only proves that she really loves her family. Her presenting her mom and siblings in the video with her shows her family oriented side and a proud daughter of her mom.

3. Vulgar, witty and funny. It's really rare for a lady to be witty and funny plus the right amount of vulgarity. I think their species are quite rare in nature. I find it interesting that her vulgarity isn't as vulgar with your usual vulgar person. It's more of a spice to the content probably. What is intriguing is her wittiness as if it was her daily routine to be witty. And I like how she makes fun of her sister and mom.

4. Loves to do dares and challenges. Okay this is one of the common things that youtubers and vloggers does for their channels, for Ivana, I just see her eagerness to do the challenges even though sometimes is a bit hard for her.

5. Shows some love and a bit of skins. Yes, those bod and curves aren't just wall flowers but for boasting as well, she wouldn't be in a magazine if she doesn't love to show some skins. Besides, she hates to do laundry that is why she doesn't wear much. Like what she said in one of her vlogs, it wouldn't be complete without mentioning her two beautiful gifts.

So, did I hit it exactly? More probably the male species would definitely agree to that. So, if it happens that this blog reached her. I would really love to have her as guest to my YouTube Channel Kwento Ni Toto and does the 5K Challenge, not the old celebrity version but the 2.0.  Hoping for this to happen.

And of course Happy Birthday to her!!!

Catch her Birthday vlog.

2019 is a blessing for Kwento Ni Toto and thankful that there are brands and companies who trusted this blog to spread the news in the world wide web. It's really great when what you write about or tell the story makes an impact to your readers, whether they comment or not as long as they visited your blog check out what is the article about. With that I, Toto is very thankful for the visit.

To give you a hint of which articles are well visited, I listed them below and linked it to that blog post so you can read it again in case you might have missed it. I think we will have this in chronological order according to the posting of the article.

1. Cristine Reyes Kicks Into The Action Genre with The Movie Maria. This is one surprise for everyone who knows Cristine Reyes as she takes on the Action Genre. One interesting movie that is comparable with other Hollywood action films. With the flow of the story I think there will be a sequel to that movie. So, I'm expecting one next year and hoping to cover that again.

2. MayWard Holds A Grand Album Launch With Fans All Over the Globe. This love team is not only great but they really their fans very much that is why they are loving back by their fans and it is evident during the album launch of the two, it may be just the Skydome but they sure fill the venue.

3. Ai Ai delas Alas Burst Her Disappointment with Ex-Battalion and Announces Her Resignation as their Manager. This news really made an interesting buzz in the net as this pocket conference with Ai Ai Delas Alas happened after the release of their movie Sons of Nanay Sabel (SONS). It was partially unexpected but there were possible indications before.

4. 8 Affordable Combinationes To Try at Fiery Style. This restaurant opening and food review created an interesting impact to the readers that some of them visited the place to try these combinations or combinations. It's a Tex-Mex themed restaurant that is hailed for its best tacos in town.

5. Our Company for the Night Kiel Alo, Carlo Mendoza and LA Santos at the Concert "Threes A Company" at the Music Hall. Interesting but this blog post was viewed and read by many readers/blog visitors. I don't really have the idea by they have probably find it interesting that this trio are good singers. Not well known but sure knows how to let their fans and audience to enjoy music.

6. Prima Donnas The Newest Afternoon Teleserye from GMA. Probably with quite a number of their followers, they somehow made it interesting to share this post to others. It's a good way to make a buzz in the net. Another thing is that probably the way they made marketing these ladies to its viewers that their teleserye is interesting enough to make viewers to get hooked on the series.

7. Possible Reasons Why Morisette Amon Walks Out of Kiel Alo's Birthday Concert. Another unexpected news at the right time and the right place but even though I am there still the reasons are speculations and theories that still leads to questions. Though it was clear, still, it happened.

Whew!!! These are just some of the blog posts that I have posted on the this blog that somehow created a viewing and readership.

If you want to know more news or stories in the entertainment, music, lifestyle, and other events just don't forget to get updated with my blog post. Visit www.facebook.com/kwentonitoto | www.instagram.com/kwentonitoto | www.youtube.com/kwentonitoto.

Talk about Millennials, they are the ones born after Generation X. They  are often labeled as lazy, self-entitled, and conceited by older generations. If they’re not asserting their opinions online, they could be writing an essay’s worth of feelings for all too see. It has been said that they’re notorious job-hoppers who seem to always want more and are easily offended. That's how they are stereotyped, so what do you think are they too optimistic, too cynical, or too “woke”?

Whether they’re true or not, these so-called characteristics have been the subject of many thinkpieces and practical jokes. But is there more to these stereotypes than meets the eye? What does it mean to be a millennial living in Manila today?


Enter iWant’s ~unfiltered~ dark comedy original series “Manilennials,” which depicts the challenges and social issues that millennials in Manila get to face on a daily basis. Here, Fifth Solomon, Chai Fonacier, Nicco Manalo, Mela Habijan, and Ria Atayde star as five friends navigating their ambitions, identities, and values while finding themselves, with the busy and colorful rollercoaster ride that is Manila as their backdrop.






Written and directed by millennials for millennials and even produced by an all-millennial team, “Manilennials” is sure to enlighten viewers and will give you five new friends to root for.

Here are “Manilennial’s” five unique individuals that will make you say “ravern!” (“laban” in normal-speak):

1. FIFTH SOLOMON AS KIKO, THE BROKE BUT ENTITLED BUM

Kiko, 29, is an openly gay man, frustrated with his career, and has a hard time motivating himself. He knows that he hasn’t amounted much in life, especially being almost 30 years of age. Always cash-strapped as he keeps refusing jobs he thinks are “below” him, Kiko doesn’t have a stable relationship and can be quite dishonest with himself.

Although he is a sweetheart on the inside, he uses anger and bitterness to hide his weaknesses and shortcomings and defend his point of view.

2. CHAI FONACIER AS YEYE, THE PRIVILEGED, WOKE ARTIST

The anti-hipster hipster. Yeye may be a pansexual, drunkard chain-smoker, but she is also a talented artist full of wit. She tries hard to be politically aware but often forgets to factor in her privileges. And even though she seems self-assured, Yeye also secretly yearns people’s affection and approval.

Aside from her poetic slangs and philandering, her eclectic and quirky outfits are also to watch out for.

3. NICCO MANALO AS ART, THE AMBITIOUS AND LOYAL WANNA-BE RAPPER

Empathetic and unassuming, Art is the one of nicest guys you will ever meet. He works in a call center and finds stability in his job, but on the side, he aspires to be known as a rapper online. He tries his best to improve his performances, but comes off as “trying hard.”

Regardless, he is a reliable and loyal friend, who surprisingly is also a romantic.

4. MELA HABIJAN AS RUTH, THE HARDWORKING, NO-TIME-FOR-LOVE GO-GETTER

Conservative and old-fashioned Ruth is a pre-op transwoman who is a caterer by profession and always strives to be successful. Her driven attitude stems from her need to prove to other people her self-worth. This makes dating just an unnecessary distraction to her.

Self-motivation fuels her, but this trait also makes her susceptible to disingenuous influences.

5. RIA ATAYDE AS MISSY, THE BUBBLY AND UNAPOLOGETIC ASPIRING LAWYER

Although she is the kikay-type, perky, and social media savvy, Missy is also vain and insecure about her looks. Although a brilliant pre-law student, she has this idealistic views on relationships and life in general, and the parameters she sets hinders her from fostering a healthy relationship. She’s at ease, unapologetic, and even protective of her “burgis” status.

In truth, she is haunted by the death of her dad, which affects her relationships, especially with her mother, whom she still lives with.

Grab your friends and binge-watch “Manilennials,” now streaming for free on the iWant app (iOs and Android) or iwant.ph.

Who says 13 is a bad luck? In my opinion 13 has been my luckiest number and probably I'm not the only one who is lucky to like the number 13.  Just recently, in ABS CBN compound, 13 notable artists remain as Kapamilya members as they sign their respective contracts on a Friday the 13th.


The line-up of Kapamilya stars was led by hunk actor Jake Cuenca, who signed his two-year contract with the network. Feeling thankful for more years with ABS-CBN, Jake also teased about his upcoming projects for next year "I'm already doing a show with Dreamscape right now, and come February, we'll be doing another project but we can’t disclose anything about it as of the moment.”


“Pamilya Ko” actress Arci Muñoz also strengthened her ties with ABS-CBN as she officially signed her first network contract. “Siyempre happy ako to belong in a family,” says Arci, who expressed her delight towards being a Kapamilya. She also conveyed her plans to produce more content in the future.


A Kapamilya for ten years now, Sue Ramirez expressed how honored she feels about renewing her contract with ABS-CBN, "I've been with ABS-CBN since 2010, and it’s 2020 already next month but I'm still here. Very grateful, very thankful for all the work they have given me." She also elatedly announced that she has an upcoming teleserye that everyone should watch out.


Teen boy group “Gimme 5” member Grae Fernandez, who was also present in the contract signing, voiced out his happiness and enthusiasm about his upcoming projects. When asked about future music releases, the “Starla” actor shared, "Right now, I am focusing on acting."


Also renewing her contract with ABS-CBN is “Sandugo” actress Elisse Joson, who inked her five-year contract with the network. When asked about how she feels about staying a Kapamilya, Elisse shared how honored she feels about this new opportunity, "Very happy because before, I only see this contract signing with ABS-CBN in pictures and posts, and now, I am here in this position also.”


Kapamilya actor and Hashtag member Jameson Blake, on the other hand, noted that staying as a Kapamilya is a blessing for him, but he's also well aware of the pressure that comes with it. "Best that I have so far, but of course there's a pressure because people will be expecting."


Meanwhile, Enzo Pineda, who has been with the ABS-CBN for three years now, has nothing but gratitude as he signs officially as a Kapamilya. "I feel blessed and my heart is full."


PBB alumna Heaven Peralejo also signed up for a three-year contract with the Kapamilya network. Among the things she shared that everyone should be excited about, she emphasized her three singles under Star Music Star Pop that would be released next year.


RK Bagatsing, who was famously known for his acting stint in the teleserye “Wildflower” with veteran actress Maja Salvador, also signed his first network contract with ABS-CBN. Among the things he wants to work on next year, RK disclosed "We have a good roster of iWant series so far, and part of my bucketlist is to do an iWant series, hopefully.”


Child stars Sophia Reola, famously known as “MikMik” in her teleserye “Nang Ngumiti Ang Langit,” and Angelika Rama, “The Killer Bride’s” young Emma, also uttered their sentiments of happiness and enthusiasm about inking their respective contracts for the network.



Another Kapamilya artist included in the roster is Barbie Imperial, who shared that they have just finished filming “Mang Kepweng” with “It’s Showtime” host and veteran actor Vhong Navarro. “Mang Kepweng” is set to be released next year.


Completing the line-up of stars who signed up with ABS-CBN is Louise Abuel, who mentioned his eagerness to improve his craft in acting. “I felt more motivated to do acting since I am really passionate about it."


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.