Kris Aquino & Boy Abunda producing Bruno Mars' Manila concert

Presidential sister/actress Kris Aquino is excited to announced that she and her close friend, TV host Boy Abunda are producing the Manila concert of singer-songwiter Bruno Mars.

Kris Aquino tweeted last Sunday, "SURE NA. My Dalaw producing partners, boy abunda & I r part of the producers' coalition bringing in Bruno Mars this April for 1 night in Araneta Coliseum!"

Abunda also confirmed the said the concert which will take place on April 7.

The 25 year-old singer is nominated for seven Grammys at the 53rd Grammy Awards, which will be held on February 13, 2011.

[Photo courtesy by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images]

“Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote” tops 2010 MMFF Day 1; “Ang Tanging Ina Mo (Last na 'To)” in second

The movie entries for 2010 Metro Manila Film Festival’s (MMFF) delivered good opening box-office numbers soaring to P80 million surpassing last year’s earnings of P70 million.

The powerhouse combination of Senator Bong Revilla and Vic Sotto via the fantasy action-comedy movie “Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote” tops day 1 (December 25) of MMFF with P31 million. Star Cinema's “Ang Tanging Ina Mo (Last na 'To)” starring Ai-Ai de las Alas came in second with P20 million. Kris Aquino's horror flick "Dalaw" ranked third with P12.5 million.

Unofficial first day gross of MMFF entries via PEP Scoopbox:

1. Si Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote – P31 million

2. Ang Tanging Ina, Last Na ‘To – P20 million

3. Dalaw – P12.5 million

4. Shake Rattle & Roll XII – P11.8 million

5. RPG: Metanoia – P5.1 million

6. Super Inday and the Golden Bibe – P4.7 million

7. Rosario – P3.2 million

8. Father Jejemon – P1.4 million

ABS-CBN's "Pilipinas, Win Na Win!" says goodbye on December 31, 2010

Many are not surprise with ABS-CBN's decision on the fate of their variety show "Pilipinas, Win Na Win!". The Kapamilya management is now giving the failed show their last hurrah and they set the last episode on December 31, 2010.

ABS-CBN Corporate Communication head Mr. Bong Osorio issued a statement:

"Pilipinas Win na Win (PWNW) will have its last episode on December 31, 2010. The ABS-CBN management thanks the The Hitmakers, Valerie Concepcion, Kaye Brosas, and Pokwang, the PWNW production group and most important, its viewers for their support to the program.

"In the meantime, Showtime will occupy the slot left by PWNW. With its extended time, Showtime will continue to bring more great fun, and hope to Filipinos worldwide."

The said noontime show was created to replaced Willie Revillame's "Wowowee". Willie managed to turn the noontime show “Wowowee” into hit, shaking the ratings game with GMA-7's “Eat Bulaga”.

"Pilipinas, Win Na Win!" was hosted by Kris Aquino and Robin Padilla with the former Wowowee co-hosts Mariel Rodriguez, Valerie Concepcion, and Pokwang but their star power failed to uplift the show and it continues to struggle in the ratings game.

Robin Padilla bows out of the show after he filed an indefinite leave and married Mariel Rodriguez. TV host/actress Kris Aquino was asked to step down to make room for new male hosts -- veteran singers Rico J. Puno, Rey Valera, Nonoy Zuñiga, and Marco Sison.

"Pilipinas, Win Na Win!" still failed to match the success or level with the former show and their rival show from other networks.

I'm sure the creative team in ABS-CBN are now working double time to create a new program for the vacant time slot. "Showtime" extended airtime will be just temporary.

2010 MMFF: Kris Aquino "Dalaw" - Behind-the-scene clip

Star Cinema will deliver the hair-raising thrills this holiday season via the horror flick "Dalaw" starring ABS-CBN's 'Queen of Horror’ Kris Aquino and Diether Ocampo. [Checkout the Behind-the-scene clip Below]

This film is the official entry of Star Cinema, CineMedia & MJM Productions for the 2010 Metro Manila Film Festival.

"Dalaw" - Poster and Trailer

Dalaw also stars Alessandra de Rossi, Karylle, Maliksi Morales, Empress, Bernard Palanca, Susan Africa, Ina Feleo and Ms. Gina Pareno, and premieres in theaters nationwide this December 25.

Under Kris Aquino's credits (horror-suspense film): Feng Shui (2004) and Sukob (2006).  TV remake of the horror film Patayin Sa Sindak Si Barbara (2008).

Directed by Dondon Santos and it will hit the theaters on December 25! Other Star Cinema entries are "Ang Tanging Ina Mo, Last Na 'To" and 3D animated film "RPG Metanoia"

[Photo courtesy by Star Cinema]

Manny Pacquiao, Venus Raj & Vicki Belo - Philippines Top 3 Most Credible Endorsers for 2010

Boxing champion/Sarangani Congressman Manny Pacquiao, 2010 Miss Philippines-Universe Venus Raj and celebrity doctor Vicki Belo created a reliable and credible image which gave them recognition as the Most Credible Celebrity Endorsers for 2010. The study was conducted by Synergy Business Consultancy.

The market research consulting firm shared that 67% of its respondents bought a product or availed of a service due to a celebrity endorser. The respondents were comprised of 1,000 males and females, aged 15-60 years old, from all socio-economic classes in Metro Manila. The study was conducted from September to October 2010.

This year, Pacquiao continued to extend his influence not only to professional boxing but also to consumers. Same to Synergy's 2009 study, 47% of respondents believed that he is a credible endorser. Following Pacquiao was Belo, whose credibility rose 7% this year.

Other Celebrity endorsers prove to be effective are Kris Aquino, Angel Locsin, Gretchen Barretto, Angel Aquino, Derek Ramsay, and sexy young actress Cristine Reyes.

2010 MMFF: Kris Aquino "Dalaw" - Poster and Trailer

TV host/actress Kris Aquino is headlining again another horror-thriller flick entitled "Dalaw" opposite  Diether Ocampo. [Checkout the official poster and Trailer below]

This film is the official entry of Star Cinema and CineMedia for the 2010 Metro Manila Film Festival. 

Joining the suspense are Alessandra De Rossi, Karylle, Susan Africa, Empress, Gina Pareño and Bernard Palanca.

Directed by Dondon Santos and it will hit the theaters on December 25!

[Photo and Video courtesy by Star Cinema ]

Kris Aquino & Dingdong Dantes teaming up for GMA Films

TV host/actress Kris Aquino will be visiting the neighborhood of GMA-7 for a movie next year and she will team up with Kapuso primetime actor Dingdong Dantes.

The Presidential sister confirmed the project but she also clarified that she is not transferring to GMA 7.

Kris said, "There is no offer [from GMA 7] except for the movie. And I'm looking forward to doing that movie in 2011. I'm actually excited to do that. Hopefully, ma-shoot yan between first and second quarter of 2011."

Dingdong is one of the solid supporters of President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III in the last May 2010 Presidential election.

Meanwhile, Kris is filming horror flick "Dalaw," Star Cinema's official entry to this year's Metro Manila Film Festival.

Kris Aquino Removed from ‘Pilipinas, Win na Win!; ABS-CBN issued Statement

TV host Kris Aquino confirmed that she is leaving ABS-CBN's afternoon variety show "Pilipinas, Win na Win" and her mother station ABS-CBN has released a statement about her status with the said show.

Corporate Communications Head Bong Osorio issued an official statement:

"October 1, Friday will be Ms. Kris Aquino’s last day in Pilipinas Win na Win. Management has decided to try a combination of new hosts for the program. The Hitmakers composed of Rico J. Puno, Rey Valera, Marco Sison and Nonoy Zuniga will join Pokwang and Valerie Concepcion in Pilipinas Win na Win on October 2. The program continues to bring fun, games and hope to Filipinos around the world."

Kris wants to set the record straight that she didn't quit but sadly to say,  she was fired!

Kris tweeted, "May I just clarify- I didn't resign or quit. I was asked to leave Win to make room for new male hosts. I'm honest & humble enough to not lie about the true situation."

After the timeslot changes, "Pilipinas Win na Win" still struggles due to low ratings since replacing its top-rating predecessor, "Wowowee".

Definitely,  ABS-CBN is in damage control mode after Kris revealed the situation.

Court granted James Yap visitation rights but not allowed to take son to Negros

Estranged couple James Yap and TV host Kris Aquino reached an agreement at the Makati Regional Trial Court over visitation rights by Yap regarding to their son, James Yap, Jr.

Judge Cristina Javellana-Sulit granted James Yap three times a week visitation rights (including one overnight) but he is not allowed to bring Baby James to his hometown in Escalante, Negros Occidental.

Court details via ABS-CBN: "Yap was allowed to spend Wednesdays, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. with Baby James. They can watch basketball and eat out within Metro Manila and accompanied by 2 nannies and 2 security guards. Yap was also allowed to be with Baby James from Friday 4 p.m. to Saturday 2 p.m."

With the visitation issue in now over, the PBA star can now concentrate with Kris' petition for the declaration of nullity of marriage citing “lack of authority of the solemnizing officer.”  The couple got married in civil rites on July 10, 2005.

Kris Aquino on her driver's violation: "We should be the 1st to obey traffic rules." (tweet bits)

The administration of President Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III wants to show to the public that discipline must start in his family and no one can escape the law even in a simple traffic violations.

The driver of actress-TV host Kris Aquino, the President's youngest sister, was cited  by MMDA traffic enforcers for obstruction after parking in front of the gate of ABS-CBN Friday morning (April 13).

Kris reportedly told her driver to "obey the law and accept the traffic tickets if he is indeed guilty of obstruction."

Kris tweeted, "Yes, mario my driver has a ticket from MMDA. He double parked in Sgt Esguerra, in front of ABS. I told him, kasalanan mo so dapat we should be the 1st to obey traffic/parking rules."

President Aquino's popularity is still up and he continuously receiving good comments for obeying traffic rules and refusing to use blinkers and blaring sirens to counterflow traffic.

[Photo courtesy by ABS-CBN]

James Yap's MVP celebration and marriage nullification papers

A sweet-bitter moment for PBA star James Yap as he received his second Most Valuable Player (MVP) award in Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Wednesday (August 11) at the Araneta Coliseum and reportedly, the celebration was almost spoiled after an attempt by court officials to serve him papers for the nullification of his marriage to TV host/actress Kris Aquino.

But with Yap's early exit leaving Araneta Coliseum, court officials failed to served the legal papers.

Kris filed her petition for the declaration of nullity of marriage at the Makati RTC last Monday, August 9.

Kris Aquino answers "No!" if James has a place in her heart

TV host/actress/Presidential sister Kris Aquino just came from her three-weeks vacation with her kids and it seems her decision is really final in ending her marriage to James Yap.

Kris was asked by a reporter if her soon-to-be-ex husband still has a place in her heart, Kris answered quickly with an exclamation point, “No!" and added "He can always be the father and I would really hope and pray na he will take an active participation sa pagpapalaki ng anak namin.”

Kris's lawyers are now preparing the petition for the declaration of nullity of marriage or the annulment of marriage. They think the marriage was void from the beginning.

Meanwhile, Kris will host the new ABS-CBN noontime show "Pilipinas Win Na Win".

"Pilipinas Win na Win" is the new title of ABS-CBN's "Pilipinas For The Win (FTW)"; Robin's love link

Few days after ABS-CBN announced the new noontime show "Pilipinas For The Win (FTW)" which will replace "Wowowee", the network decided to change the show's title to "Pilipinas Win na Win".

The new game and variety show will be headed by Kris Aquino and Robin Padilla. Elevating to the new show are the three "Wowowee" co-host Pokwang, Valerie Concepcion and Mariel Rodriguez.

Aside from the show's format, it will be more interesting and intriguing with Robin's romantic past with Kris Aquino and his new apple of the eye Mariel Rodriguez.

OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON ABS-CBN'S NEW NOONTIME SHOW.



[Video courtesy djhamerabag]

Boy Abunda: "Kris Aquino is not Pregnant !"

Media attention to Kris Aquino even she's out of the country is still high and the latest rumor about her alleged pregnancy spreads like wildfire but sorry to say it is not true.

Kris Aquino’s friend Boy Abunda denies the said rumor. Boy tells Ricky Lo, “Kris cannot afford to be pregnant again; she cannot have another baby, otherwise she’d be putting her life at risk. Remember when she was heavy with Baby James? Nagkaroon siya ng pulmonary embolism that almost cost her life.”

They think the pregnancy issue started when someone saw Kris visiting her OB-Gyne for her new cervical cancer ad before she left for vacation with her kids.

Meanwhile, Kris Aquino will be host the new noontime show "Pilipinas Win na Win" with Robin Padilla on Saturday July 31.

Pilipinas For The Win will replace Wowowee on July 31; OFFICIAL STATEMENT Released

UPDATE: "Pilipinas Win na Win" is the new title of ABS-CBN's "Pilipinas For The Win (FTW)"

ABS-CBN made the right decision of replacing the noontime show "Wowowee" with another new show. Robin Padilla and Kris Aquino will team up for "Pilipinas For The Win (FTW)".

The network managed to keep their principles in ethics in not retaining the old "Wowowee" set up which was stained with controversies despite the show's popularity.

ABS-CBN also reports that Willie Revillame will continue his services via a new program but no details was released.

OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON ABS-CBN'S NEW NOONTIME SHOW BELOW...

OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON ABS-CBN'S NEW NOONTIME SHOW

On Saturday (July 31), ABS-CBN is launching a new noontime show called Pilipinas For The Win (FTW). The new show will be hosted by Robin Padilla, Mariel Rodriguez, Valerie Concepcion, Pokwang, and Kris Aquino. It is a game and variety show that will surely bring joy, energy and hope to Filipinos all over the world.

Pilipinas For The Win will replace Wowowee. Willie Revillame, through his manager, was already informed about this new development. He was also notified about the new program being planned for him and this will be announced in due time.

Pilipinas For The Win will be managed by director Johnny Manahan, creative director Bobot Mortiz, business unit head Jay Montelibano, and executive producers Phoebe Anievas and Rancy Recato. It will be aired after Showtime.

TAGALOG VERSION

Ilulunsad na ng ABS-CBN ang isang bagong noontime show sa Sabado, July 3I. Ito ay ang Pilipinas For The Win (FTW), na pagtatampukan nina Robin Padilla, Mariel Rodriguez, Valerie Concepcion, Pokwang at Kris Aquino. Ang programa ay isang game at variety show na tiyak na magbibigay sigla at pag-asa sa mga Pilipino saan mang panig ng mundo.

Ang Pilipinas For The Win ay papalit sa Wowowee. Si Willie Revillame, sa pamamagitan ng kangyang manager, ay nasabihan na tungkol sa pagbabagong ito. Napaalam na rin kay Willie ang programang pinaplano para sa kanya at ito ay ipapahayag sa takdang panahon.

Ang Pilipinas For The Win ay pamumunuan nina Direk Johnny Manahan, Creative Director Bobot Mortiz, Business Unit Head Jay Montelibano, Executive Producers Phoebe Anievas and Rancy Recato. Ito ay mapapanood pagkatapos ng Showtime.

-- Bong R. Osorio
Head, ABS-CBN Corporate Communications

James Yap want to save the marriage; Full statement released

After TV host/actress Kris Aquino opens up and revealed that she's given up in saving her marriage, Kris' husband/PBA star James Yap breaks his silence announcing that he will do everything to win again the heart of his wife Kris and fix all the troubles in their marriage.

James also said in his statement that he will take care his family which he promise to the late President Corazon Aquino. He also gave his reason why didn't attend the inauguration of his brother-in-law/President Noynoy Aquino.

Here's JAMES YAP's Full STATEMENT"

“Kilala niyo po naman ako. Tahimik at simple lang akong tao. Tingin ko din itong lahat na issues na naglalabasan siguro dapat kami na lang mag-asawa ang mag-aayos in private. Ever since naman, never niyo akong naringgan ng kung-anu-ano tungkol sa relasyon namin ni Kris.

“Kaya konting lang ang gusto kong sabihin.

“Naniniwala ako sa kahalagahan ng pagkakaroon ng buo ang pamilya. Kaya ipaglalaban ko na mapanatiling buo ang pamilya namin ni Kris anuman ang mangyari. Alam ko walang pamilyang hindi dumaan sa ganitong pagsubok. Marami na kaming dinaanang pagsubok ni Kris before and I don’t think na ngayon pa kami susuko. Gusto ko talagang i-save ang pagsasama namin dahil syempre, may anak kami at hindi biro ang halos anim na taon naming pagsasama. Umaasa pa rin ako na darating ang tamang panahon na maaayos ang lahat.

“Marami nang lumabas na mga balita at mas pinili ko na manahimik muna bilang paggalang sa ating bagong Presidente Noynoy Aquino.

“May nagtatanong din tungkol sa hindi ko pagsipot sa inauguration ni President Noynoy Aquino. Nagkausap kami at nag-text ako kay President Noynoy at naiintindihan niya ako. Ayokong makadagdag pa sa napakalaking problema na kakaharapin niya bilang bagong presidente ng ating bansa.

“At isa pa, nangako ako kay Mom Cory na hindi ko pababayaan ang pamilya namin. Na-aalagaan ko si Kris, si Josh at si Baby James. Nangako rin kami ni Kris sa harap ni Mom Cory na hindi kami maghihiwalay.

“Alam kong mahirap para sa anak ko ang nangyayaring ito sa amin ng Mama niya pero alam kong darating ang panahon na maiintindihan niya ang situwasyon. May tamang oras at panahon ang lahat.

“Baby James, ginagawa ko ito dahil sa pagmamahal ko sa pamilya natin. Gusto kong mapanatiling buo ang pamilya natin.

“Kris, marami na tayong pinagdaanan na mas mabigat na problema pa rito pero hindi talaga ako bumitaw. Nanahimik ako palagi bilang respeto sa pamilya natin na hanggang sa ngayon ay gusto ko pa ring manatiling buo. Mahal na mahal ko kayo ng anak ko, pati na si Josh na tunay na anak na ang turing ko.

”Inuulit ko, it’s final, ipaglalaban ko ang pagsasama ng pamilya natin. At sa tulong ng Diyos , alam kong malalampasan natin ang pagsubok na ito!”

Kris Aquino's marriage to James Yap is now Over!! (VIDEO)

TV host/actress Kris Aquino revealed that her marriage to Basketball star James Yap is now over and she gave up of pursuing to fix her 5 year marriage but she declined to gave the reasons of their split-up.

In her revelation during her interview in ABS-CBN's "The Buzz", Kris wants her personal issues to be private and refused to elaborate on the reasons behind it. She felt that she owe an explanation to her son Baby James.

Kris said, "(Whatever the reason) why this marriage, on my part I'm saying, is over, the only person I will owe an explanation to, and the only person who can demand from me (why we separated), is my son."

"He deserves to hear (the reason) only from me and only from James. We owe it to him... to explain to him."

It will be surely the hot topic in the upcoming inauguration on June 30 of his brother/Benigno Noynoy Aquino III as the new President of the Philippines.




[Video : ABS-CBN]

Kris Aquino & James Yap: Marriage Problem Again!!

TV host/actress Kris Aquino is supposed to be busy with her brother Noynoy's upcoming inauguration as the new President of the Philippines but right now she's facing another marital problems.

Kris' close friend Boy Abunda described the latest controversy as a "serious" one.

Kris previously admitted in public via her Twitter page that she and husband James Yap had a “big misunderstanding” and she decided to stopped updating her twitter account for her "privacy".

It seems the couple's 5 year marriage are always being challenge with trust issues, personal misunderstanding and rumored involvement of a "third party".

Kris' personal life is almost an open book so the public can only wait and see on her next revelation, but still prayers for her and family to surpass this life challenges.

Kris Aquino will not be vindictive against detractors

President-elect Noynoy Aquino is now already proclaimed and the public are all eyes on the next move of his sister/TV host-actress Kris Aquino... Will Kris Aquino get back at those who slammed her brother during the campaign season?

For now, those critics can still relax. Kris expressed that she will not settle any score against her family's detractors.

In Ricardo F. Lo's Funfare column, Kris said, “Why will I be vindictive when we won? “Our parents didn’t raise us to be vindictive. Of course, I will always be nice to all but nicest to all those who staked their names, careers and reputations to help Noy.”

Kris added that she "will just ignore" her detractors.

Kris will quit her two ABS-CBN'talk shows (The Buzz and SNN (Showbiz News Ngayon)) to help her brother but still she will do soaps.

Kris Aquino returns as endorser of Vicki Belo's medical clinic

In this industry, you can never can tell the outcome!

The relationship between TV host/actress Kris Aquino and beauty specialist Vicki Belo goes opposite way in 2007 after Kris' husband James Yap and an employee at one of Belo's clinics was romantically linked together in which James denied the affair. As a result, Kris Aquino bolted out as the endorser of the Belo Medical Group.

In a surprising development, Kris, who is consider as the no.1 endorser in the Philippines is once again the endorser of the Belo Medical Group. It seems the friendship of the two powerful ladies revives once more.


Belo tweeted, "Hi twitter friends! I want you to hear it from me first. Kris aquino is back with belo. We missed her and she missed us."

According to PEP, Vicki's manager Jojie Dingcong is the one who closed the deal and it was "signed, sealed, and delivered" last May 9 to the studio of The Buzz, where Kris and Boy are hosts.