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Valerie Concepcion
Valerie Norona Galang-Sunga (born December 21, 1987) is a Filipino actress, television host, and endorser. She is known for her role as Nora Ferrer in the soap opera ''Sinasamba Kita'' but later transferred to its rival network ABS-CBN. She then became a host in ''Wowowee'' and '' Pilipinas Win na Win'' as well as the first incarnation of '' Banana Split'' in 2008. In June 2013, she transferred back to her home network GMA Network and was cast as Ruth Monteclaro, the main antagonist in ''Anna Karenina''. In December 2013, she transferred back again in ABS-CBN network and was cast as Gigi in ''Annaliza''. In June 2014, she went back to GMA Network as Lavender Catacutan in '' My BFF''. She also played the role of Veronica Salcedo in the hit primetime TV series, '' Because of You''. In 2018, she starred as the main antagonist in 2018–2019 ''Ika-5 Utos'' as Clarisse Alfonso-Buenaventura / Cynthia and later joined its rival show ''Kadenang Ginto'' as Cindy Dimaguiba. She also guested ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tondo, Manila
Tondo is a district located in Manila, Philippines. It is the largest in terms of area and population of Manila's sixteen districts, with a Census-estimated 631,313 people in 2015 and consists of two congressional districts. It is also the second most densely populated district in the city. Etymology The name Tondo can be derived from its Old Tagalog name, Tundun as inscribed in the Laguna Copperplate Inscription of 900 AD, the earliest native document found within the Philippines. Dutch anthropologist Antoon Postma, the first to translate the copperplate, believes the term ''tundun'' originated from the old Indian language Sanskrit, which was used alongside Old Malay as a language of politics and religion in the area at the time. Before this landmark discovery, several theories (however incorrect now) existed. Philippine National Artist Nick Joaquin once suggested that it might be a reference to a high ground ("tundok"). On the other hand, French linguist Jean-Paul Potet, s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kadenang Ginto
''Kadenang Ginto'' (International title: ''The Heiress'' / ) is a 2018 Philippine drama revenge television series broadcast by ABS-CBN. Directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng, it stars Francine Diaz, Andrea Brillantes, Beauty Gonzalez, Dimples Romana, Albert Martinez, Louise Abuel, Adrian Alandy and Richard Yap. The series was aired on the network's ''Kapamilya Gold'' afternoon block and worldwide via The Filipino Channel from October 8, 2018 to February 7, 2020, replacing ''Asintado'', and was replaced by ''Love Thy Woman''. The series proved to be a huge hit in the Philippines. It is one of a few daytime television dramas to last for more than a year due to maintaining high viewership. The rivalry of Cassie and Marga (Francine Diaz and Andrea Brillantes), two of the series' main characters, became a trending topic nationwide. Furthermore, a scene which featured Daniela (Dimples Romana) wearing a red dress while pulling a luggage bag became viral on various social media platforms, he ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
ABS-CBN
ABS-CBN (an initialism of its two predecessors' names, Alto Broadcasting System and Chronicle Broadcasting Network) is a Television in the Philippines, Philippine Commercial broadcasting, commercial broadcast broadcast network, network that serves as the flagship property of ABS-CBN Corporation, a company under Lopez Holdings Corporation owned by the López family of Iloilo, López family. The network is headquartered at the ELJ Communications Center and ABS-CBN Broadcasting Center in Quezon City, with additional offices and production facilities in 25 major cities including Baguio, Naga, Camarines Sur, Naga, Bacolod, Iloilo City, Iloilo, Cebu City, Cebu, Davao City, Davao, and Bulacan, where ABS-CBN's production and post-production facility in ABS-CBN Soundstage, Horizon IT Park is located. ABS-CBN is colloquially referred to as the ''Kapamilya'' Network; the branding was originally introduced in 1999 and was officially introduced in 2003 during the celebration of its 50th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fantastic Man
''Fantastic Man'' is a 2007 Philippine television drama action fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on a 2003 Philippine film of the same title. Directed by Zoren Legaspi, it stars Mark Herras in the title role. It premiered on April 14, 2007. The series concluded on November 10, 2007, with a total of 31 episodes. Cast and characters ;Lead cast *Mark Herras as Fredo / Fantastic Man ;Supporting cast * Ryza Cenon as Wena / Fantastic Girl *Joey Marquez as Manalo *Gloria Sevilla as Cedes *Miguel Tanfelix as Tikboy *Ariel Rivera as Danny / Tadtad *Patricia Ysmael *Jackie Rice as Helen *Beth Tamayo as Linda *Paolo Contis as Tisay *Benjie Paras as Gobo *Rez Cortez as Elvis *Pen Medina as Singkit *Keempee de Leon as Budol *Nicole Anderson as K *Ana Lea Javier as Faith *Patrick Garcia as Lloyd *Valerie Concepcion as Belle *Chuck Allie *Alvin Aragon *Jewel Mische as Vicky *Dion Ignacio as Dexter / Fire Man *Cristine Reyes as Kate / Screamer / Sylvia (special ep ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sine Novela
''Sine Novela'' is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network GMA Network (Global Media Arts or simply GMA) is a Philippine free-to-air television and radio network. It is the flagship property of publicly traded GMA Network, Inc. Its first broadcast on television was on October 29, 1961. GMA Network (f .... The series is a television adaptation of the Philippine films. It premiered on April 30, 2007 on the network's Dramarama sa Hapon line up replacing ''Princess Charming (Philippine TV series), Princess Charming''. The series concluded on October 22, 2010 with a total of 21 instalments and 1,727 episodes. It was replaced by ''Little Star (TV series), Little Star'' in its timeslot. Episodes ''Sine Novela's Bakit Kay Tagal ng Sandali?'' was shelved. Accolades 2007 ; 21st PMPC Star Awards for Television * Nominated, Best Actor, Carlo Aquino (''Sinasamba Kita'') * Winner, Best Daytime Drama Series (''Sinasamba Kita'') 2008 ; 22nd PMPC Star Awards for T ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Atlantika
''Atlantika'' is a Philippine television drama fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Zoren Legaspi, it stars Dingdong Dantes. It premiered on October 2, 2006 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing ''Majika''. The series concluded on February 9, 2007 with a total of 95 episodes. It was replaced by ''Super Twins'' in its timeslot. A special, ''Atlantika: Ang Lihim ng Karagatan'' () was aired on October 1, 2006. The series is streaming online on YouTube. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Dingdong Dantes as Aquano ;Supporting cast * Rudy Fernandez as Camaro * Jean Garcia as Celebes / Celeste * Ariel Rivera as Baraccud * Gardo Versoza as Agat * Cherry Pie Picache as Remedios * Iza Calzado as Amaya / Cielo * Paolo Contis as Piranus * Katrina Halili as Ruana / Helena * Chynna Ortaleza as Vera * Isabel Oli as Alona * Tin Arnaldo * Valerie Concepcion as Elisa * Bianca King as Xera * Elvis Gutierrez as Andromedo * Mark Gil as Felipe * Pen Medina as Naval / Balawi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Majika
''Majika'' () is a 2006 Philippine television drama fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Mac Alejandre and Eric Quizon, it stars Angel Locsin and Dennis Trillo. It premiered on March 20, 2006 on the network's Telebabad line up. The series concluded on September 29, 2006 with a total of 138 episodes. It was replaced by ''Atlantika'' in its timeslot. The series is streaming online on YouTube. Premise Sabina is the eldest child of Garam and Ayessa, who both fled from Saladin to escape from Balkan, a dark magician. Sabina’s life is shattered when her parents and siblings are abducted and brought to Saladin. She will eventually find her way to Saladin with the help of Eloida and Argo who will train her into becoming a magician. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Angel Locsin as Sabina * Dennis Trillo as Argo ;Supporting cast * Carmina Villaroel as Ayessa / Linda * Zoren Legaspi as Garam / Manuel * Rainier Castillo as Jimboy / Erastus * Ryza Cenon as Sara / Pria ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mukha (TV Series)
''Mukha'' (International title: ''Facade'' / ) is a 2005 Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is the first installment of '' Now and Forever''. Directed by Mac Alejandre, it stars Ryza Cenon, LJ Reyes and JC de Vera. It premiered on March 14, 2005. The series concluded on June 10, 2005 with a total of 63 episodes. It was replaced by '' Ganti'' in its timeslot. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Ryza Cenon as Mae * LJ Reyes as Melody * Valerie Concepcion as Karen * CJ Muere as Vince * JC de Vera as William * Mike Tan as Paolo ;Supporting cast * Princess Punzalan as Dulce * Amy Austria as Fatima * Joel Torre as Guido * Alicia Alonzo as Juanita * Glenda Garcia as Vivian * Chinggoy Alonzo as Miguel/Manuel * Susan Africa Susan Africa (born August 20, 1959) is a veteran Filipino film, television and theatre actress. Recognised as a legend in the Philippine cinema, Africa won "Best Supporting Actress" at the 13th Metro Manila Film Festival ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Now And Forever (TV Series)
''Now and Forever'' is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. It premiered on March 14, 2005 on the network's Dramarama sa Hapon line up with '' Mukha'' as the first instalment. The series concluded on November 24, 2006 with '' Dangal'' as the seventh and final instalment. Seasons * '' Mukha'' (March 14, 2005 – June 10, 2005) * '' Ganti'' (June 13, 2005 – October 21, 2005) * ''Agos'' (October 24, 2005 – January 6, 2006) * '' Tinig'' (January 9, 2006 – April 12, 2006) * ''Duyan'' (April 17, 2006 – July 21, 2006) * ''Linlang ''Linlang'' (International title: ''Deception'') is a 2006 Philippine television drama suspense series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is the sixth installment of '' Now and Forever''. Directed by Mac Alejandre, it stars Lorna Tolentino, ...'' (July 24, 2006 – September 22, 2006) * '' Dangal'' (September 25, 2006 – November 24, 2006) Accolades References External links * 2005 Philippine television series ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Love To Love (TV Series)
''Love to Love'' is a Philippine television drama romance anthology broadcast by GMA Network. It premiered on July 13, 2003 replacing ''Kahit Kailan''. The show concluded on October 22, 2006 with a total of 171 episodes. Instalments Season 1 ''Rich in Love'' Friends and partners in crime, Richmond (Oyo Boy Sotto) and Robbie (Bryan Revilla) learn that switching roles has its ups and downs. Richmond gets even closer to Trina (Maxene Magalona) and Robbie makes progress with Annaliza (Valerie Concepcion). But as to how long they can keep up their charade is up to their wits and luck? ''Maid for Each Other'' A modern-day version of Snow White, this episode revolves on the adventures and misadventures of Jen (Chynna Ortaleza), a rich girl from Cebu who tries to escape from here evil stepmother and finally reached Manila. In here, she met Dodong ( Cogie Domingo) a family driver who helped her apply for work in a rich family. In the mansion, she came to know the spoiled balikbayan, R ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Walang Hanggan (2003 TV Series)
''Walang Hanggan'' (International title: ''Eternity'' / ) is a Philippine television drama romance series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Gina Alajar, it stars Valerie Concepcion and Oyo Boy Sotto. It premiered on November 10, 2003 replacing '' Hawak Ko ang Langit''. The series concluded on February 27, 2004 with a total of 80 episodes. It was replaced by '' Ikaw sa Puso Ko'' in its timeslot. Cast and characters ;Lead cast *Valerie Concepcion as Almira *Oyo Boy Sotto as Basti ;Supporting cast *Iya Villania as Rachelle *Andrew Schimmer as Emil *Miko Sotto as Mike *Zoren Legaspi *Sharmaine Arnaiz *Perla Bautista Perla Marcial Bautista (born February 18, 1940) is a multi-awarded actress in the Philippines. She acted in more than 250 movies and television shows. She won the Best Actress FAMAS Award for ''Markang Rehas'' (1962). She also won Gawad Urian A ... *Mikel Campos *Marissa Sanchez *Teri Onor External links * 2003 Philippine television series debuts 2004 P ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bubble Gang
''Bubble Gang'' is a Philippine television sketch comedy show broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Frasco Mortiz, it stars Michael V. It premiered on October 20, 1995 on the network's Friday night line up replacing '' Vilma''. The show is the longest running comedy show in the Philippines. The series is streaming online on YouTube. Premise The show emphasizes pop culture parody. Skits and sketches are performed in a manner similar to variety shows. It also spoofs other television shows, adverts, and famous people. Overview ''Bubble Gang'' premiered on GMA Network on October 20, 1995. It was inspired by the gag show ''Tropang Trumpo''. The original cast consisted of Ogie Alcasid, Antonio Aquitania, Sunshine Cruz, Jackie de Guzman, Assunta De Rossi, Eric Fructuoso, Susan Lozada, Aiko Melendez, Wendell Ramos and Michael V. Production personnel of the show, Diego Llorico and Marissa "Mykah" Flores later joined the show as cast members. In March 2020, principal photography was ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
