Star Powerhouse

On top of the established and reliable acting, voice and dance workshops, Star Magic’s premier training group led by director-scriptwriter and Star Magic Workshop head Rahyan Carlos is spearheading a new class for those who are willing to make the most out of their Summer or to explore new facets of themselves.

ABS-CBN Corporation announced the appointment of Cory Vidanes as its chief operating officer (COO) of broadcast, effective February 1, 2016. Vidanes will continue to lead and oversee the total channel programming, artist development, on-air operations, events management, and overall revenue and profit delivery of Channel 2. Together with the Content Development Council headed by chief content officer Charo Santos-Concio, Vidanes will manage the development of new concepts for Channel 2 and the ABS-CBN TVplus channels Yey, CineMo, and Knowledge Channel.

It has been a fruitful 20 years for Jericho Rosales in the entertainment industry and today, we celebrate his success and significant contribution to the world of showbiz.

Just now ABS-CBN and Star Cinema release an official statement regarding the Darna the movie. It is with deep regret that we announce that ABS-CBN, Star Cinema, and Angel Locsin have mutually agreed that Angel will no longer do the “Darna” movie due to health reasons. Because of her passion, dedication, and commitment to the project, she underwent various rigorous training regimens for two years. Unfortunately, this led her to developing a disc bulge in her spine.

Every night, fans religiously stay glued to their TV screens to catch the development in the romance between Clark and Leah and how they are trying to conquer the challenges that keep them apart.

Gary Valenciano will temporarily not be seen on the hit celebrity impersonation contest "Your Face Sounds Familiar," wherein he sits as judge along with Sharon Cuneta and Jed Madela. Valenciano confirmed the development with ABS-CBN News' Jeff Fernando on Friday, shortly before his departure for Papua New Guinea where he will hold a concert for the first time.

Boy Abunda and Representative Leni Robredo After shutting down reports that she is running for president, Camarines Sur Representative Leni Robredo takes the spotlight in ‘The Bottomline’ this Saturday (March 15) to discuss her advocacies for good governance and supporting for anti-political dynasty bill. Robredo, the widow of the late Interior Secretary Jesse Robredo, believes that political dynasty is a ground for unequal opportunities in electoral system.

Carlo Katigbak started his career at SKY in 1994, culminating with his appointment as managing director of Pilipino Cable Corporation and concurrent VP for Provincial Operations of SKY. After that, he became managing director of ABS-CBN Interactive, Inc., for six years and was later on appointed as chief operating officer of SKY from 2005 to 2011. Right now ABS-CBN Corporation, the country’s largest multimedia conglomerate, today announced the appointment of Carlo Katigbak as chief operating officer effective March 1, 2015.

ABS-CBN has been leading the the TV race for more than 60 years by delivering quality and breakthrough programs.  Now in the digital age, the Philippines’ biggest media network has continued to trailblaze on multi media fronts.  By securing top spots in major rankings in the online world, ABS-CBN has truly upheld its service to the Filipino worldwide.  Fortunately enough, the  entertainment side of the business alone has won the hearts and captured the loyalty of netizens across the globe. First off in the social media arena, ABS-CBN’s official Facebook Page remains the leader  in the Media category according to popular social media analytics provider Social Bakers.  With a staggering 9 million Likes, fans all over the world are served useful, relevant and engaging updates from the Kapamilya network hourly.  Join fellow Kapamilyas in this fast-growing community by liking www.facebook.com/ABSCBNnetwork.

The 28th PMPC Star Awards for Television is organized by Philippine Movie Press Club headed by President Fernan de Guzman and produced by Airtime Marketing Philippines, Inc. headed by Tessie Celestino-Howard. The awarding ceremony was held last November 23, 2014, at the Solaire Resort and Casino Grand Ballroom Here the list of the winners of the recent 28th PMPC Star Awards for Television. Best TV Station: ABS-CBN-2 Best Primetime Drama Series: Ikaw Lamang (ABS-CBN)

What new in the new season of the The Voice of the Philippines  A new batch of Filipino artists with extraordinary voices will take center stage in the highly anticipated Season 2 of Philippine TV’s best vocal competition, “The Voice of the Philippines,” which begins this Sunday (October 26), 8:30 PM on ABS-CBN. Back in Season 2 are its quartet of superstar coaches Apl de Ap, Sarah Geronimo, Bamboo, and Lea Salonga, with the solid team of multi-awarded host Luis Manzano, Robi Domingo, Alex Gonzaga, and the ultimate multimedia star Toni Gonzaga.

ABS-CBN Corporation was named the winner of the People’s Choice Stevie Award for Favorite Company in the Media & Entertainment category after earning the Gold Stevie Award in the same category at the prestigious International Business Awards. The only Philippine media company to be recognized by the awards competition, ABS-CBN received the highest number of online votes and beat the other Stevie winners in the said category.

Maris will play the role of Myla, the loving and hardworking daughter of a seaman, Dionisio (to be portrayed by Nonie Buencamino). Being the only daughter in the family, Myla is considered to be her father Dionisio’s favorite. Despite working abroad, Dionisio remains close to her daughter. He always reminds Myla to work hard to finish school and earn a degree. However, their solid father-daughter relationship is tested when Dionisio’s marriage to his wife takes the rough road.

Kim Chiu has been selected to take part in a Disney project featuring its popular Princess characters, the company has confirmed. In a statement, The Walt Disney Company said: "We confirm that Kim Chiu is part of an upcoming Disney project in Southeast Asia. We will share more details on this in the coming months."

Kapamilya actor JM de Guzman will star on ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya” alongside Nadine Samonte this Saturday (October 11). He will play the role of Joeven, a young man who managed to avoid his gay admirer through the help of his pretend girlfriend, Rachel (to be played by Nadine). Can Joeven and Rachel’s make-believe relationship develop into true love?

elonging to a broken home, young actor Jerome Ponce just found a constant company and a family in “Be Careful With My Heart.” “My dad is a business-minded person, while my mom has done modeling. They met in a shooting project, and then they built a family with six children. But in the end, they separated,” he shares in “Tapatan Ni Tunying” airing this Thursday (Oct 9).

This year, the jazz scene’s brightest stars will be coming together in a night filled with the finest music, which will also be a benefit concert titled “Heal Our Land,” set to be mounted at the Mall of Asia Arena on January 31, 2014. ‘”Heal Our Land” is produced by All That Jazz Promotions, Inc., with the support of ABS-CBN, Lifestyle Network, and other partners. With explosive talents taking on one stage, it is set to be the most star-studded Jazzfest yet, unique in that it will be led by pianist David Benoit and singers David Pack and Kevyn Lettau, with keyboardist Brian Simpson, American saxophonist and singer Jessy J, percussionist Richie “Gajate” Garcia, and guitarist-singers Ray Parker, Jr. and Jonathan Butler, whose song has inspired this concert’s title.

After conquering the battle stage in “The Voice of the Philippines,” artists Isa Fabregas, Jessica Reynoso, Penelope Matanguihan, Maki Ricafort and Yuki Ito once again embark on a new vocal journey as the “Songbees” in the highly-anticipated musical game show “The Singing Bee,” which is set to return on Philippine television this November. As the program’s house singers, the “Songbees” will take the lead in singing the songs to be sung or guessed by studio contestants in various segments. The program’s live band “Bandle Bee,” still led by musical director Mel Villena, will take charge of the musical accompaniment, while the sexy “Honeybees” will take care of the dancing to give audience a full musical experience. The well-loved tandem and returning Kapamilya Roderick Paulate and Amy Perez, meanwhile, take the spotlight and lead the fun-filled show as hosts. Don’t miss “The Singing Bee,” which is set to air this November.

ABS-CBN recently scored two international nods as “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK) clinched a nomination from International Emmy Awards 2013, while “Wansapanataym” was named finalist in the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) Prizes 2013. Upholding 60 years of greatness of Philippine television, “MMK” is nominated in the Best Drama Series category for its episodes titled “Manika” (starring Jane Oineza and Angel Aquino) and “Pulang Laso” (starring Carlo Aquino and Joem Bascon), which were both directed by Nuel Naval. “MMK” is the only nominated TV program from the Philippines. Meanwhile, “Wansapanataym’s” episode titled “Number One Father and Son” is finalist under ABU Prizes 2013’s Television Special Jury Prizes-Children’s category. The Sponky Villarin-directed episode starred Kapamilya child wonder Zaijian Jaranilla and Epy Quizon. The 41st International Emmy Awards Gala will happen on November 25 at Hilton New York Hotel; while the finals of ABU Prizes 2013 will take place on October ...

There’s really no stopping BUM endorser Daniel Padilla from conquering local showbiz. Just recently, he has proven yet again why he is one of the most desirable bachelors this side of the world. This August, the 18-year-old star of ABS-CBN’s upcoming romantic series Got To Believe is on the cover of two different glossies: the college lifestyle magazine Chalk and the entertainment publication YES! Magazine. Prior to appearing in Chalk and YES!, Daniel also headlined the July issue of the male-oriented fashion magazine, Garage, wherein he sported the season’s hottest trend: metallics. Daniel’s triple cover victory is a rare feat for any male celebrity, especially for someone who is relatively new in the business. But from the way he’s getting projects, Daniel, or simply DJ to his legions of fans, looks as though he was born for this kind of superstardom. It is quite easy to know why Daniel is so in-demand these days. Aside from having good looks, enigmatic charm, and that unmistaka...