Sunday, December 30, 2012

Dingdong Dantes shares what he would like to give ‘One More Try’

As part of the Star Cinema film One More Try, Dingdong Dantes admitted he did not expect that there would come a project that would give him the opportunity to work with Angel Locsin after she transferred home networks. Dingdong said he does not rule out the possibility of working with her again after doing One More Try together. “Hindi ko naman din naisip na magiging possible dati ito eh so hindi natin masasabi,” he said.

The 32-year-old actor said he has yet to do a recap of the past year. “Hindi pa siya tapos, ayoko muna mag-assess. Basta sa huling araw na lang talaga. Tatapusin ko yung taon with my family sa isang magandang kainan, may gathering sa bahay ng parents ko and I just want to be together so malaking bagay na sa akin yun,” he said.

For the coming year, the actor-director said he wants to be open-minded with regards to his career choices. “Sa totoo lang walang anything specific na masasabi kong gusto ko ngayon. Kumbaga habang tumatagal iniisip ko din eh na magiging interesting para sa akin. So I take things as they come. Kung ano man ang opportunity na meron diyan na tingin ko puwede naman akong sumabak at bagay naman at magiging maganda ang resulta so bakit hindi? I love acting so I plan to do this for a long time. Yung resolution ko last year happy naman ako so okay na ako dun na gumawa ng mga makabuluhang pelikula. Hindi ko makakalimutan yun. Tingin ko possible pa siya. So nagpapasalamat ako. Gaya nung sabi ko noon I wanted to make more movies so natupad naman and one at a time,” he explained.

In keeping with the theme od his current movie, Dingdong shared with members of the press one thing in his life that he would want to consider giving one more try. “I think with regards to relationships, I believe naman that I was able to handle everything properly in the right manner, kung meron man akong bibigyan ng one more try is that gusto kong bumalik sa childhood ko siguro nung college days ko and siguro I’d like to experience how it is to really become a full-time student. Kasi medyo naging working student ako nun. Maaring maraming nagbago kung yun ang naging path ko noon. So it’s not saying that I regret it pero if I were given a chance to do something all over again, I’ll do that. With regards to my past relationships, I have no regrets. No regrets kasi everything na napagdaanan mo, lahat ng natutunan mo eh siyempre it makes you strong as a person. Lahat ng maling nagawa mo definitely you won't do it again so maraming learnings,” he explained.

So does this mean he will be showing a more daring side in 2013? “Hindi ko alam. Malalaman ko yan mga January 1 pag medyo ano na, pag medyo lasing na (laughs). Hindi joke lang. Hindi ko pa alam, wala pa talaga,” he admitted.

On New Year’s eve, Dingdong said he plans to enjoy everything. “Kakain ako ng marami, sobra. As in hanggang aantukin ako sa gutom. (laughs). Okay lang yun kasi talagang tiniis ko eh (laughs) kaya kakain ako ng marami,” he said.

Robin Padilla and Anne Curtis are excited for ‘Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw’

Isa sa mga inaaabangang teleserye sa darating na taong 2013 ang Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw na pinagbibidahan nina Robin Padilla, Anne Curtis at Kris Aquino. Hindi pa man nagsisimula ang pag-ere nito usap-usapan na ang mga malalaking eksena dito lalo pa ang love story ng tatlong bida. At maging ang mga bida na sina Anne Curtis at Robin Padilla ay hindi maitago ang excitement sa kanilang pinakabagong proyekto na ito.

At nung tanungin namin sila patungkol sa kanilang on-screen chemistry, na marami na ang kinikilig at nag-aabang, ang naging reaksiyon ni Anne, “O talaga? Uy, kakaexcite naman pero I am really proud of what I have done so far its something to look forward that. Pinaghirapan talaga namin, if you guys only knew the long nights, and the different locations that we shot in, sobrang pinaganda po talaga namin ang Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw so we are really looking forward to everyone to please support and watch it coming early next year.”

Ngunit ang hindi maitatago ay ang kilig at chemistry pa rin ni Robin Padilla at Kris Aquino na dati pa man ay nagkatambal na sa iilang mga pelikula at ngayon ngang sa unang pagkakataon ay magsasama sila sa isang teleserye. Hindi mapigil ang reaksiyon ng mga tao sa pinalabas na trailer ng teleserye kung saan marami sa kanilang eksena ay ‘romantic.’ At nang kunin namin ang reaksiyon ni Binoe dito, binida niya ang talaga namang maasikaso ding si Kris Aquino. “Patay tayo kay Ma (Mariel) niyan. Sa amin naman ni Kris hindi naman nawawal yung ano, lagi pa rin nandun yun. Alam niyo kahit sa taping kapag alam niyang ina-allergy ako o nagugutom ako, laging nandun siya. Yung damit ko, yung isusuot ko dito, yung birthday ko, yung para sa pictorial, dinamitan niya ako. Iba si Kris.”

Abangan ang Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw sa January 21
na sa Primetime Bida ng ABS-CBN. 

Kim Chiu on past romance with Gerald ‘Wala na akong angst’

During the promo period of 24/7 In Love, one of the most anticipated love teams was that of Kim Chiu and Gerald Anderson’s since it had been two years since they worked together in the movie Til My Heartaches End. Their past relationship was brought up and most people wondered whether or not their reunion project could spark a romance once again. But Kim made it clear that she and Gerald are better off as friends. “Siyempre, ano, matagal na [sarado ang puso ko para kay Gerald]. Yun, siyempre, masaya ako na magkaibigan kami ni Gerald at hindi magkaaway,” she said during that November 2012 press con.

In an exclusive interview with The Buzz Magasin, Kim further shared how she was able to honestly answer that she’s no longer romantically interested in Gerald who happens to be her first love. “E, siyempre dalawang taon na ang nakalilipas, wala na akong angst. Tanggalin na natin yun. Mas maganda kung lagi kang positive. Nangyari na, e. Wala ka ng magagawa. Kung ie-stress mo ‘yung sarili mo, mahu-hurt ka pa sa mga tanong na gano’n, problema mo na ‘yun sa sarili mo. Parang tapos na, okay na,” she reiterated.

It was probably a good closure for Kim since she and Gerald were able to catch up like old times. “Nitong 2012, ang daming nangyari sa akin at ang daming nangyaring hindi ko inaasahan. Tulad ng 24/7 In Love, ‘yung pagkakatrabaho namin ni Gerald, and kung paano kami towards each other after two years.”

Other must-read stories in The Buzz Magasin’s January 2013 issue include an interview with Kathryn Bernardo’s mom talking about Daniel Padilla, Maja Salvador’s thoughts on her breakup with Matteo Guidicelli, Jake Cuenca’s complicated romance with Lovi Poe, 2013 star predictions, and the latest blind items. Grab a copy in all leading bookstores and newsstands nationwide.

Xian shows skills in piano, trombone

Actor Xian Lim surprised a lot of Kapamilyas when he showed off his skills in playing the piano and the trombone during a Christmas concert at The Rockwell Tent on Sunday.

As part of the concert titled “A Christmas Gift," Lim performed some of the most popular Christmas songs with the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra.

Singer K-La Rivera, who placed fourth in the ABS-CBN talent search “Star Power,” was also there to treat the audience with several songs.

Present during the Christmas concert were ABS-CBN chairman Gabby Lopez, ABS-CBN Entertainment head Linggit Tan and other Kapamilya stars.

The concert was well watched by families and fans who took a time off their shopping to listen to Christmas songs and feel the holiday spirit.

Xian Lim says 2012 marked 'huge leap' in career

Xian Lim will remember 2012 as the year his showbiz career hit big strides, making him one of the most visible leading men in local TV and films.

After a press conference last Tuesday for his latest endorsement, Lim, 23, was asked to comment on his TV "chemistry" with his "Ina, Kapatid, Anak" co-star Maja Salvador, and whether he plans to take the romantic team-up off camera.

Instead, the Kapamilya actor pointed to his thriving career in showbiz, and how this takes higher priority than his "love life."

"Right now kasi, at this point in my life, I'm really focused on my work. This year, 2012, was a huge leap for me. I'm speaking honestly. It's a huge step for me," he said.

"Pag inuna ang pag-ibig... There's always time for that," Lim added. "I'm not saying na I'm taking it out, na completely wala. Kasi pagmaramdaman naman 'yan, mahirap pigilan ang puso. I'm just saying na I'm focused [on my career], na it's (love life) not my priority."

Kim Chiu, also his co-star in "Ina, Kapatid, Anak," has been romantically linked to Lim since they appeared as Jade and Andy in the ABS-CBN series "My Binondo Girl."

The soap did not only mark the beginnings of the love team now dubbed "KimXi," but also paved the way for bigger projects for Lim, both as an actor and as a brand/product endorser.

After the primetime series, which aired its last episode in January this year, Lim went on to host a reality talent search for children, and bagged his second lead role in a primetime series via "Ina, Kapatid, Anak."

On the big screen, he topbilled "My Cactus Heart" along with Salvador and Matteo Guidicelli, and starred in the "barkada" flick "The Reunion" with other Kapamilya stars.

On top releasing a studio album under Star Records this year, he also scored several endorsements, ranging from a fastfood chain to a hand and body lotion targeted at female consumers.

"I really want to work, I want to make people happy," Lim said.

Next year, according to the actor, new "surprises" await his followers.

After the initial delays due to "a lot of changes," his new movie with Chiu will finally start filming next year, according to Lim.

"Also, expect a surprise from me. Hindi ko muna sasabahin 'yan. I'll tell everyone siguro pag sapit ng bagong taon," he said. "Pagdating ng mga January, I'll release it probably, it's a surprise from me to the people."

 

Friday, December 28, 2012

Kim Chiu and Maja ends friendship beacause of Enchong

Maja Salvador Ends Friendship with Kim Chiu Because of Enchong Dee
Loyal televiewers of ABS-CBN’s top-rating family drama series “Ina Kapatid Anak” are now more hooked with the tension-filled plot of the story, especially now that the friendship of the characters of Kim Chiu and Maja Salvador starts to turn into an intense rivalry.

After accidentally hearing Celyn’s (Kim) confession to Liam (Xian Lim) that she is in love with Ethan (Enchong Dee), Margaux (Maja) felt betrayed by her bestfriend and boyfriend and swore to keep Celyn out of her life.

Just like the friendship of Celyn and Margaux, the rift between Julio (Ariel Rivera) and Beatrice (Janice de Belen) continues to intensify with the former being busy taking care of his friend Teresa (Cherry Pie Picache) and planning for the future of her biological child Celyn.

What will Margaux do when she discovers that her former bestfriend is the real daughter of her foster parents? How will Beatrice react when she learns that her husband and mother (Pilar Pilapil) chose to help Teresa and even connived in hiding the truth about her biological child?

Don’t miss the fiercer confrontations and top-caliber dramatic performances in “Ina Kapatid Anak,” weeknights after “Princess and ” on ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida.

Xian Lim says ‘it’s always a good thing’ when he makes Kim Chiu happy

Kapag pinag-uusapan na si Kim Chiu, tila nagiging uncomfortable si Xian Lim, marahil dahil ayaw niyang masyadong nagiging center of attention ang “panunuyo” niya kay Kim. Ayaw masyadong magdetalye ng aktor pero sinabi niyang masaya siya kapag sinasabi ni Kim na nagdudulot ng saya sa buhay niya ang kanyang leading man. “There’s nothing wrong kung masaya ang tao, it’s always a good thing,” ani Xian.

Aminado siya na natutuwa siya kapag nakikita niya si Kim at ang kanyang mga kapatid dahil masaya sila at marami. Naiinggit daw nga siya minsan dahil nagiisang anak si Xian habang sina Kim ay maraming kapatid. Para nga raw silang mga anak ni Janice de Belen na sobrang close.

Very thoughtful si Xian lalo pa’t madalas niyang bigyan ng regalo si Kim. Ani Xian, minsan daw kapag namimili siya o tumitingin sa mga bilihin na kapag may specific na bagay na nakakuha ng kanyang atensyon at alam niyang ikatutuwa ito ni Kim, binibili niya ito para sa aktres. Pero ani Xian, wala naman daw masama rito at pwede naman itong ikonsiderang token of appreciation.