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Oh, Mando!
''Oh, Mando!'' is a Philippine streaming television series starring Kokoy de Santos, Alex Diaz and Barbie Imperial. Directed by Eduardo Roy Jr. and produced by Dreamscape Entertainment together with Found Films. It premiered on iWantTFC on November 5, 2020. Plot Charming but timid college student Mando, a typical hopeless romantic meets Barry, an out-and-proud basketball star who is practically a prince from a fairytale. The only thing spoiling Mando's happy ending is the fact that Barry already has a boyfriend. To move on, Mando goes out with liberated architecture student Krisha and the two become lovers. One fateful day, Barry walks back into Mando's life. Now, he needs to choose - will it be mind over heart or heart over mind? Cast and characters Main * Kokoy de Santos as Armando "Mando" Deputado Jr., a first year Mass Communication student who gets into a complicated situation when his romantic feelings to his schoolboy crush blossoms while he is in a relationship ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Romantic Comedy
Romantic comedy (also known as romcom or rom-com) is a subgenre of comedy and slice of life fiction, focusing on lighthearted, humorous plot lines centered on romantic ideas, such as how true love is able to surmount most obstacles. In a typical romantic comedy, the two lovers tend to be young, likeable, and seemingly meant for each other, yet they are kept apart by some complicating circumstance (e.g., class differences, parental interference, a previous girlfriend or boyfriend) until, surmounting all obstacles, they are finally united. A fairy-tale-style happy ending is a typical feature. Romantic comedy films are a certain genre of comedy films as well as of romance films, and may also have elements of screwball comedies. However, a romantic comedy is classified as a film with two genres, not a single new genre. Some television series can also be classified as romantic comedies. Description The basic plot of a romantic comedy is that two characters meet, part ways due to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dominic Ochoa
Jose Madrigal Ochoa (; born August 4, 1974), better known as Dominic Ochoa, is a Filipino actor, comedian, model and member of ABS-CBN's circle of homegrown talents named Star Magic, as part of the batch 4. He is currently managed by Boy Abunda. Career Dominic's first TV appearance was a special guest participation in '' T.G.I.S.'' on GMA Network in 1996, then the same year, Dominic transferred to ABS-CBN for his youth-oriented drama program, ''Gimik'' and also his first comedy show with the late Redford White in ''Super Laff In''. He stayed with ABS-CBN where he is one of the network's actors for 26 years from 1996 to 2022. Dominic has many teleseryes dramas and also a funny sitcom on ABS-CBN and Kapamilya Channel, including his 1st sitcom with the late young matinee idol Rico Yan, actor and chef maker Marvin Agustin, comedian singer dancer Vhong Navarro (replaces the late Rico Yan) in ''Whattamen'' formerly aired in 2001 until 2002. His last project on ABS-CBN was ''Dar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gaya Sa Pelikula
''Gaya Sa Pelikula'' () is a 2020 Philippine web series starring Ian Pangilinan and Paolo Pangilinan. The series serves as a prequel to the unproduced Wattpad teleplays of the same name that features an architecture student who is forced to live with a cocky neighbor after a mishap makes it difficult for him to pay his bills. Directed by Jaime "JP" Habac Jr. and produced by Globe Studios, the series premiered on YouTube on September 25, 2020, airing on Fridays at 8:00 PM PST. It ran until November 13, 2020, with a total of eight episodes. Synopsis Karl (Paolo Pangilinan), a 19-year old introvert architecture student is in the middle of an identity crisis. Prior to the start of the second semester in college and forced by his parents, he moves into his uncle's condominium unit where he learns to be financially independent. Karl then takes an online writing job to sustain his daily needs. While expecting the first payout for his work, his client suddenly goes missing in act ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hello Stranger (web Series)
''Hello Stranger'' (sometimes styled as Hello, Stranger) is a 2020 Philippine web series starring Tony Labrusca and JC Alcantara. Directed by Petersen Vargas and produced by Black Sheep Productions, the series premiered on YouTube and Facebook on June 24, 2020, airing on Wednesdays at 8:30 PM PST. It concluded on August 19, 2020 and is available for streaming on iWantTFC. This series is currently available on Netflix PH May 10, 2021. Plot Amidst the lockdowns due to the COVID-19 pandemic, two college boys in Adamson University are about to cross paths for a school project. Mico (JC Alcantara), a nerdy college student gets to partner with the star basketball player Xavier (Tony Labrusca). Despite their stark differences, the two boys get to form an unlikely bond that goes beyond friendship through their several online interactions. Cast and characters Below are the cast of the series: Main * Tony Labrusca as Xavier de Guzman * JC Alcantara as Mico Ramos Supporting * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gameboys
''Gameboys'' is a 2020 Philippine boys' love web series directed by Ivan Andrew Payawal and written by Ash M. Malanum, with Perci Intalan and Jun Lana serving as executive producers under the creative production outfit, The IdeaFirst Company. Presented as a screenlife film, it stars Kokoy De Santos and Elijah Canlas as two boys—a live-stream gamer and his fan—who found each other online during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and the Luzon Island community quarantine. Cast and characters Main * Elijah Canlas as Cairo Lazaro, a live-stream gamer with username, ''Caimazing,'' being pursued by an unknown gamer and fan, ''Angel2000''. * Kokoy de Santos as Gavreel Mendoza Alarcon, an unknown gamer with username, ''Angel2000;'' Cairo's fan and secret admirer. Recurring * Adrianna So as Pearl Gatdula, Gavreel's ex-girlfriend who became his best friend. * Kyle Velino as Terrence Carreon, Gavreel's ex-boyfriend and Cairo's online game rival with username, ''GavreelsOnlyLove.'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
ABS-CBN Digital Media
ABS-CBN Digital Media, commonly known as Digital Media Division, formerly known as ABS-CBN Interactive, is the digital media and internet division of ABS-CBN. It was formerly a separate company operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of ABS-CBN Corporation until 2013, when ABS-CBN Interactive, Inc. was merged to its parent. ABS-CBN Digital Media is responsible for overseeing all of ABS-CBN's internet and digital properties which include websites, mobile and web applications, social media accounts, and the distribution of ABS-CBN's contents (TV channels, audio channels, TV programs, films, music recordings, music videos, images, magazines, books, news, etc.) to digital and online space. ABS-CBN Digital Media has made many first in Philippine media, such as the first ever TV network website (ABS-CBN.com launched in 1995), the first ever Filipino news website (ABS-CBNnews.com launched in 1997), and the first Filipino video streaming website ( ABS-CBN Now! launched in 2003; now known a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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. The contest ran from 2000 to 2003 and was later revived in 2013. The theme of the contest has been love songs since 2002. Since its revival, it is popularly regarded as "the country's premier songwriting contest" with Pinoy songwriters and composers submitting thousands of original compositions annually, and the country's top singers interpreting the songs in a live event. History Himig Handog was first established in 2000. To date, it only had held five competitions which were in 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 and in 2013. Each year, the title and theme of the contest changes. In 2000, the contest was titled as ''Himig Handog sa Bayang Pilipino'' which was held on October 1. During the second, third and fourth contests' themes and titles were ''J ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Moira Dela Torre
Moira Rachelle Bustamante Dela Torre (born November 4, 1993) is a Filipinos, Filipino singer-songwriter. Born in Olongapo, Philippines, she began as a voice artist for corporate jingles and theme songs. In 2013, she competed in The Voice of the Philippines, ''The Voice of The Philippines'', releasing her debut EP ''Moira (Moira Dela Torre EP), Moira'' following her stint in the show. She rose to fame after interpreting Libertine Amistoso's "Titibo-Tibo" in the Himig Handog music video competition, in which it won. Career 2013–2014: Career beginnings Dela Torre's career started as a voice artist working on corporate jingles and theme songs, including McDonald's Philippines, McDonald's "Hooray for Today", Surf (detergent), Surf's "Pinalaki", and Johnson & Johnson's "Signature of Love". In 2013, Dela Torre auditioned in the The Voice of the Philippines (season 1), first season of ''The Voice of the Philippines'', singing "Hallelujah" by Bamboo Mañalac. She turned only one cha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Daniel Padilla
Daniel John Elago Ford (born April 26, 1995), better known by his screen name Daniel Padilla (), is a Filipino actor and recording artist. Padilla made his television debut with a supporting role in the soap opera ''Gimik 2010'' (2010), before landing the lead role in '' Growing Up'' (2011). He is dubbed as the “''Supreme Idol''” by various media outlets for his irresistible charm, charisma and acting prowess. Padilla has since starred in the Filipino hit television programs '' Princess and I'' (2012–2013), ''Got to Believe'' (2013–2014) and ''Pangako Sa 'Yo'' (2015–2016). He made his feature film debut in a supporting role in 2012 before starring in the films ''She's Dating the Gangster'' (2014), ''Crazy Beautiful You'' (2015), '' Barcelona: A Love Untold'' (2016) and '' Can't Help Falling in Love'' (2017). Padilla has released three double platinum albums in the Philippines including, self-titled mini album ''Daniel Padilla'' (2012), '' DJP'' (2013), '' I Heart Yo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
CNN Philippines
CNN Philippines (abbreviated as CNN PH) is a commercial broadcast, cable and satellite television network in the Philippines. It is owned and operated by Nine Media Corporation, together with Radio Philippines Network (RPN) as the main content provider, under license from Warner Bros. Discovery. Replacing 9TV, CNN Philippines was launched on March 16, 2015. CNN Philippines is the fifth local franchise of CNN in Asia, after CNN Indonesia, CNN Türk, CNN Arabic and CNN-IBN (now CNN-News18 in India). CNN Philippines' local programming is produced from the Upper Ground Floor of the Worldwide Corporate Center, Shaw Boulevard corner Epifanio de los Santos Avenue in Mandaluyong. The channel maintains its analog transmitter located at the RPN Compound, #97 Panay Avenue, Brgy. South Triangle, Diliman, Quezon City; while digital transmission facilities are located at the Crestview Subdivision, Barangay San Roque, Antipolo, Rizal. On October 14, 2014, Turner Broadcasting System with Nine ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
COVID-19 Pandemic In The Philippines
The COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines has resulted in, as of , reported cases, resulting in reported deaths, the fifth-highest in Southeast Asia, behind Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. The first case in the Philippines was identified on January 30, 2020, and involved a 38-year-old Chinese woman who was confined at San Lazaro Hospital in Metro Manila. On February 1, 2020, a posthumous test result from a 44-year-old Chinese man turned out positive for the virus, making the Philippines the first country outside China to record a confirmed death from the disease. After over a month without recording any cases, the Philippines confirmed its first local transmission on March 7, 2020. Since then, the virus has spread to the country's 81 provinces. National and local governments have been imposing community quarantines since March 15, 2020, as a measure to limit the spread of the virus. These include the Luzon-wide enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) that was implem ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
COVID-19 Community Quarantines In The Philippines
COVID-19 community quarantines in the Philippines were series of stay-at-home orders and ''cordon sanitaire'' measures that have been implemented by the government of the Philippines through its Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID). As of November 2021, under the original classification system that was enacted in 2020, there were four main quarantine tiers. In Metro Manila there is now an alert level system (ALS) which has been introduced in September 2021 and it is already in place. As of November 2021, all regions of the country have been covered by the ALS system, which has become the national standard. In the original classification system, the strictest community quarantines is the "enhanced community quarantine" (ECQ), which effectively is a total lockdown. According to the ALS, there are five tiers of alert level, with alert level 1 being the most lenient and alert level 5 being the most strict. Background As a result ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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