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Masikip Sa Dibdib
''Masikip sa Dibdib'' ( en , Tight in the Chest, also known as ''Boobita Rose... Masikip sa Dibdib'') is a 2004 Filipino satirical comedy film, directed by Joyce E. Bernal. The film was released to Philippine theaters on April 14, 2004. It stars Rufa Mae Quinto as the title character and in her second collaborative effort with Bernal since the 2001 film Booba. Quinto also served as producer together with Viva Films. The film was released on video under the title ''Masikip sa Dibdib: Ang Tunay na Buhay ni Boobita Rose''. The film satirizes stereotypical Filipino melodramas where a resilient central character, usually living in poverty bears the problem of raising an otherwise ungrateful family. The film is also famous for featuring cameos of Filipino singers Regine Velasquez, Ogie Alcasid, Lani Misalucha, Ely Buendia, Martin Nievera and many more lip-synching during the dramatic scenes for added comic relief. Plot With the weight of an alcoholic née suicidal sister Brigitte (Sunsh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rufa Mae Quinto
Rufa is a given name. Notable people with the name include: * Rufa Mae Quinto (born 1978), Filipina actress, comedian, television host, and singer *Rufa Mi Maria Krista Aguilar (born April 8, 1988), known professionally as Rufa Mi, is a Filipina comedian, presenter, actress, and singer. Rufa Mi is known for impersonating actress Rufa Mae Quinto. Career Rufa Mi began as a band singer, joining cont ... (born 1988), Filipina comedian, presenter, actress, and singer {{Short pages monitor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rudy Hatfield
Rudolph Conse "Rudy" Hatfield II (born September 13, 1977) is an American-Filipino retired professional basketball player who played for Laguna Lakers in the Metropolitan Basketball Association and for Tanduay Rhum Masters, Pop Cola Panthers, Coca-Cola Tigers and Barangay Ginebra San Miguel in the Philippine Basketball Association. Pro career After Hatfield's stint with Laguna Lakers in the Metropolitan Basketball Association, he was one of the two former MBA players signed by the Tanduay Rhum Masters beginning the 2000 PBA season. He played secondary role to Eric Menk and Sonny Alvarado. Hatfield was obtained by Pop Cola the following season in a trade with Noli Locsin which involved two other players. He turned into Pop Cola's most reliable frontline player as he made it to the Mythical Second Team for the second straight year. Hatfield finished 14th in scoring with 13 points per game average. Success with Coca-Cola After playing for the Pop Cola Panthers, Hatfield was acquire ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Karylle
Ana Karylle Padilla Tatlonghari (born March 22, 1981), known mononymously as a Karylle, is a Filipino singer, actress, TV host and musical theatre performer. She is heralded as "''OPMs Showbiz Royalty''". She notably received a nomination for "''Best Actress for TV Series-Drama''" in one of Europe’s most prestigious television awards, the Monte-Carlo TV Festival. In 2002, she won "Best New Artist" at the MTV Philippines. Her album titled "''K''" and debut album "''Time to Shine''" received a gold certification from PARI, while her albums titled "''Time for letting Go''" & "''Roadtrip''" all reached Platinum status in the Philippines. She also took part of the International Emmy-nominated telenovela Dahil May Isang Ikaw. She is a regular host and judge on ABS-CBN's noontime variety show '' It's Showtime''. Early life Karylle was born on March 22, 1981,http://entertainment2.abs-cbn.com/tv/shows/itsshowtime/artists in Manila to Zsa Zsa Padilla, a singer-actress and Dr. Mod ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sarah Geronimo
Sarah Asher Tua Geronimo-Guidicelli (, , born July 25, 1988) is a Filipino singer, performer and actress. Geronimo rose to prominence after winning the television singing contest '' Star for a Night'' earning her a recording contract with Viva Records. She has won 15 Awit Awards, 28 Myx Music Awards, 8 Aliw Awards, 4 FAMAS Awards including the prestigious FAMAS Golden Artist Award and a World Music Award. Tatler listed her as one of the most influential celebrities, while Forbes Asia named her one of the most powerful influencers. Life and career 1988–2003: Early beginnings and ''Star for a Night'' Sarah Asher Tua Geronimo was born on July 25, 1988, in Santa Cruz, Manila, the Philippines to Delfin Geronimo, a retired PLDT employee, and Divina Tua, who ran a beauty salon in their house. She is the third of four children. She started singing publicly at age two. At the age of four, she was accompanied by her mother to join auditions for different television programs. Gero ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mark Bautista
Mark Arazo Bautista (born August 10, 1983) is a Filipino singer, actor and commercial model. Bautista received his career break when he became a grand finalist on the Philippine reality TV talent search ''Star for a Night'' where he placed third behind Sarah Geronimo. Life and career Early life Bautista was born to Leon Darni Bautista III and Susan Arazo Bautista in Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines. Bautista was determined to help his family when his father was forced to stop working because of his physical condition. He has four siblings–an older brother (Ryan Oneal), a sister (Princess Alodia) and two younger brothers (Nigel Adrian and Jan Reil). With the cash prizes he won at singing competitions, he was able to help his parents through their financial difficulties. In his early years, he was so shy that he didn't really much show his singing talent. His confidence began growing once he started joining different oratorical competitions. He even bagged the first prize in som ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Blakdyak
Blakdyak (July 25, 1969 – November 21, 2016) was a Filipino actor, comedian and reggae singer. He was known as "The King of Pinoy Reggae". Early life Blakdyak was born Joseph Amoto Formaran on July 25, 1969 in Olongapo City, Zambales. His American serviceman-father (who was once stationed in Subic Naval Base in Olongapo City where he met Joey's mother) is of Jamaican descent. Career Blakdyak started singing in high school in Castillejos, Zambales. He began to earn money from singing when some comedian-performers included him in their shows performing in provinces. He soon migrated to Manila and formed his own band. In 1997, Viva Records Viva may refer to: Companies and organisations * Viva (network operator), a Dominican mobile network operator * Viva Air, a Spanish airline taken over by flag carrier Iberia * Viva Air Dominicana * VIVA Bahrain, a telecommunication company * ... discovered him and immediately signed him up to record an album. With his hit singles "G ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bituin Escalante
Bituin Escalante (born April 23, 1977) is a Filipina singer and actress. She is considered the Philippines' best female vocalists having been active since 2000, and notably due to the success of her Himig Handog Himig Handog (Eng: A Musical Offering) is a multimedia songwriting and music video competition in the Philippines based in Quezon City. The competition is operated by ABS-CBN Corporation and the media conglomerate's music subsidiary Star Music. Th ... entry "Kung Ako Na Lang Sana". Career Before her eventual rise through Metropop and Himig Handog, Escalante has been active in the theatrical scene since 1996, and has appeared in some television shows. Discovery Bituin rose to popularity after her first appearance in the 2000 Metropop Song Festival with her interpretation of "Paano Na", written by Arnold Reyes where she received the festival's second prize. In the following year, Bituin won awards as a new artist in the Philippine music industry. Her 2002 song, "Kung A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Raquel Montessa
Raquel Monteza (born Maria Teresa Calimbahin Rounsaville on September 30, 1955) is a Filipino actress. Career Monteza appeared in movies such as ''"What Am I Living For"'' (1970) starring Eddie Peregrina, ''"Kapag may Gusot, may Lusot"'' (1973) ''"Sapin-sapin, Patong-patong"'' (1976) ''" Bona"'' (1980) ''"Bakit Bughaw Ang Langit?"'' (1981) all starring Nora Aunor, and ''"Zuma"'' (1985) starring Max Laurel. She also appeared in Alma Moreno's ''"Dyesebel"'' (1978) as David's (Mat Ranillo III) former girlfriend, Betty and Sharon Cuneta's ''"To Love Again"'' (1983) as the aggressive photographer. Monteza also appeared in TV series such as ''"Anna Liza"'' (1980) as Miriam starring Julie Vega, ''" Sana ay Ikaw na Nga"'' (2001) starring Dingdong Dantes and Tanya Garcia, ''"Te Amo"'' (2004) as Mercy, Undang's bubbly mother, starring Iza Calzado, ''" Marimar"'' (2007) as Innocencia starring Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes aired in GMA Network, and ''" Felina: Prinsesa ng mga Pusa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chinggoy Alonso
Ramón "Chinggoy" Alonzo (; July 22, 1950 – October 15, 2017) was a Filipino actor in theater, movies, and television. He was nominated for FAMAS Award Best Supporting Actor in ''Ikaw Naman ang Iiyak'' (1996). Career Alonzo was active in the theater industry since the 1960s as an actor and stage director, including work with repertory group The Company of Players. He appeared in several films such as ''Dito Sa Pitong Gatang'' (1992), ''Sana Pag-ibig Na'' (1998), and ''Linlang'' (1999). He played Don Ramón, the father of Dingdong Dantes' character in the drama series '' Sana ay Ikaw na Nga'' (2002), and the father of Iza Calzado's character in the 2006 film ''Moments of Love''. He was known for portraying the character Evades in the fantasy series ''Encantadia''. Recently, he also appeared in the historical epic series ''Indio'' (2013). His last television appearance was in the revenge drama series ''Wildflower'' (2017), where he played the role of Senator Pablo Alcantara, t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Charlie Davao
Charles Wahib "Charlie" Valdez Davao (October 7, 1934 – August 8, 2010) was a Filipino actor known for roles in film and television. Early life Born Carlos Wahib Davao y Valdez in Iloilo City of a Filipino mestizo of Spanish and Arab descent ( Jordanian). He moved to Manila in 1954 to pursue a degree in commerce student at the University of the East. He became involved in commercial and print ad modeling as a student. Career Although he was attentive in school, his main goal was to engage in film acting, which he realized after a friend told him about an audition at the Sampaguita Pictures. He did not miss the chance and passed the audition with flying colors. In 1959, he was introduced in Isinumpa, a drama film that also starred Dolphy, and topbilled by Rick Rodrigo and Barbara Perez. Among his most memorable performances were in 1962 film ''Kaming Mga Talyada'', where he played gay with matinee idols the late Juancho Gutierrez and Jose Mari Gonzales, and Trudis Liit wit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bernard Bonnin
Bernard Bonnin (September 8, 1938 – November 21, 2009) was a Spanish Filipino actor. Early life He was born on September 8, 1938, to parents Juan S. Bonnin, a pure Spaniard from Palma de Mallorca, and Lina Zayco, a native of Himamaylan, Negros Occidental. He moved to Manila at the age of 14 to complete his secondary education in San Beda. Career He rose to fame with the 1965 movie, ''Palos''. In 2008, ABS-CBN remade ''Palos'' into a teleserye starring Jake Cuenca, with Bonnin returning in a supporting role. Bonnin appeared in over 100 films, including ''Gagamba'', ''Ako ang Lalagot sa Hininga Mo'', ''Code Name: Bomba'', ''Target: Captain Karate''. His first film was ''Ay Pepita''. In This Action Movie Villain Role of Ako ang Tatapos sa Araw mo (1989), Ibabaon Kita sa Lupa (1990), Dudurugin Kita ng Bala ko (1992), Nandito Ako (1994), and Duwelo (1996). Filmography Film *''Walang Takot'' (1958) *''Anak ni Waray'' (1958) *''Kung Ako'y Mahal Mo'' - Virgilio (1960) *''Sandata ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kier Legaspi
Christopher Lim Legaspi (born January 1, 1973), popularly known by his stage name Kier Legaspi, is a Filipino actor known for his villain roles in the 90s. He is the younger brother of fellow actors Zoren Legaspi and Brando Legaspi (whose real name is "Kier Lim Legaspi", a name Christopher borrowed and used on-screen) and is also a son of veteran actor Lito Legaspi. He has one daughter with actress Marjorie Barretto named Daniella (Dani). Filmography Television Film * Boy Golden: Shoot to Kill, the Arturo Porcuna Story (Viva Films, 2013) *Isang Araw Lang (UNTV Films, 2013) *Paraiso (Unitel Pictures, 2005) *Masikip Sa Dibdib: The Boobita Rose Story (Viva Films, 2004) *Bala Ko, Para Sa'Yo (Regal Films, 2001) *Burador: Ang Babaing Sugo (Manoli Films, 2000) *Kapag Kumulo Ang Dugo (Regal Films, 1999) * Isusumbong Kita Sa Tatay Ko (Star Cinema, 1999) *Di Puwedeng Hindi Puwede (Star Cinema, 1999) *Braulio Tapang (Good Harvest Productions, 1999) *Notoryus (Star Cinema, 1998) *Init Ng ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
