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William Martinez (actor)
William Pineda Martinez (born May 31, 1966) is a Filipino actor who belongs to the first batch of Regal babies whose movie career was launched in the early 1980s. He initially starred in drama films, ''Manila by Night'' (1980), ''Bilibid Boys'' (1981), ''Tambay sa Disco'' (1980) until his studio paired him with Maricel Soriano in ''Oh My Mama'' (1981) and the result was a box-office success. Their tandem spawned many hits for Regal Films, mostly comedy movies that defined and cemented their ''Taray and Kulit'' loveteam. In 1984, William was given a title role in the 10th Metro Manila Film Festival with the thriller, ''Alapaap'' as a drug-crazed writer. He got best actor nominations from award-giving bodies the following year. He is also known for his role as Ton-Ton in '' Bagets & Bagets 2''. Early life William Pineda Martinez was born in Manila on May 31, 1966 to Bert Martinez, a Filipino Mestizo, and Margarita Pineda. He is of Spanish and Filipino descent. As a young boy, Wi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Manila
Manila ( , ; fil, Maynila, ), officially the City of Manila ( fil, Lungsod ng Maynila, ), is the capital of the Philippines, and its second-most populous city. It is highly urbanized and, as of 2019, was the world's most densely populated city proper. Manila is considered to be a global city and rated as an Alpha – City by Globalization and World Cities Research Network (GaWC). It was the first chartered city in the country, designated as such by the Philippine Commission Act 183 of July 31, 1901. It became autonomous with the passage of Republic Act No. 409, "The Revised Charter of the City of Manila", on June 18, 1949. Manila is considered to be part of the world's original set of global cities because its commercial networks were the first to extend across the Pacific Ocean and connect Asia with the Spanish Americas through the galleon trade; when this was accomplished, it marked the first time in world history that an uninterrupted chain of trade routes circling ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Payaso (1986 Film)
''Payaso'' () is a 1986 Philippine dramedy, comedy drama film written and directed by Celso Ad. Castillo starring German Moreno as the title role. Plot St. Peter sends his jester (German Moreno) to Earth after he lost his heavenly keys. The jester’s quest is to look for the misplaced keys. As he wandered out in the streets, the happy clown found himself in sadness as he sees the depressing situation of poverty and moral degradation of man. His melancholy worsened after he met the Red Devil who has supernatural powers that he couldn’t even compete with. Depressed, hopeless and defeated, he asks his master to help him and make its presence known to him once more. Cast * German Moreno as Payaso * Gene Palomo * Monique Castillo * Strawberry * Cris Castillo * Bong Agustin * Jograd de la Torre * Mon Alvir * Gary Lising * Julie Ann Javier * Troy Castillo * Dino Castillo * Darling Sumayao * Ruthie Ann Talplacido * Marife Montilla * Divine Grace Gallardo * Jaycee Castillo * Dav ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mara Clara
''Mara Clara'' is a Philippine drama television series on ABS-CBN, which aired from August 17, 1992 to February 14, 1997, replacing ''Sebya, Mahal Kita'' and was replaced by ''Esperanza''. The series stars Judy Ann Santos and Gladys Reyes. It was the longest running ABS-CBN weekday drama and on Philippine television until June 26, 2020 when ''FPJ's Ang Probinsyano'' surpassed it upon airing its 1,166th episode. It was adapted into a feature film released by Star Cinema in 1996. ''Mara Clara'' was a first release from Dreamscape Entertainment. The title is derived from María Clara, the ''mestiza'' heroine of José Rizal’s ''Noli Me Tángere''. This series is currently streaming on Jeepney TV YouTube Channel every 1:00 pm and 1:30 pm. Plot Mara and Clara were switched at birth, and the details of this event were recorded by Kardo ( Dan Fernandez), a hospital staff, in his diary. Mara (Judy Ann Santos) lived as the poor daughter of the couple Susan (Susan Africa) and Gary Da ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maynila
Manila ( , ; fil, Maynila, ), officially the City of Manila ( fil, Lungsod ng Maynila, ), is the capital of the Philippines, and its second-most populous city. It is highly urbanized and, as of 2019, was the world's most densely populated city proper. Manila is considered to be a global city and rated as an Alpha – City by Globalization and World Cities Research Network (GaWC). It was the first chartered city in the country, designated as such by the Philippine Commission Act 183 of July 31, 1901. It became autonomous with the passage of Republic Act No. 409, "The Revised Charter of the City of Manila", on June 18, 1949. Manila is considered to be part of the world's original set of global cities because its commercial networks were the first to extend across the Pacific Ocean and connect Asia with the Spanish Americas through the galleon trade; when this was accomplished, it marked the first time in world history that an uninterrupted chain of trade routes circling the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Daisy Siete
''Daisy Siete'' () is a Philippine television drama anthology broadcast by GMA Network. Starring the SexBomb Girls, it premiered on September 1, 2003 on the network's Dramarama sa Hapon line up. The show concluded on July 2, 2010 with a total of 26 seasons. It was replaced by ''Ang Yaman ni Lola'' in its timeslot. Cast * Rochelle Pangilinan * Jopay * Sunshine Garcia * Mia Pangyarihan Seasons Seasons 1 to 6 were weekly episodes, where the story is not continuous. Ratings According to AGB Nielsen Philippines AGB Nielsen Media Research Philippines, commonly called AGB Nielsen, is a market research firm in the Philippines specializing in broadcast media. AGB Nielsen conducts audience measurement of television ratings for certain areas in the Philipp ...' Mega Manila People ratings, the final episode of ''Daisy Siete'' scored a 5.2% rating. Accolades References External links * 2003 Philippine television series debuts 2010 Philippine television series endings Fili ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Extra Challenge
''Extra Challenge'' formerly ''Extra, Extra'' is a Philippine television news magazine and reality competition show broadcast by GMA Network. Originally hosted by Karen Davila and Paolo Bediones, it premiered on February 15, 1999 on the network's evening line up as a lifestyle show titled as ''Extra, Extra''. In 2003, it was retitled as ''Extra Challenge'' and became a reality show. The show concluded on January 20, 2013. Overview On February 15, 1999, ''Extra Extra'' premiered as a news magazine show with Paolo Bediones and Karen Davila serving as hosts. Miriam Quiambao replaced Davila as a co-host when she left the show in 2000. In 2003, it was reformatted as a reality competition show and renamed as ''Extra Challenge''. The show featured celebrities pitted against each other in several challenges. It is patterned after American reality shows such as '' Survivor'', ''The Amazing Race'', ''America's Next Top Model'', '' Fear Factor'', ''The Simple Life'', '' The Bachelor'' a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wansapanataym
''Wansapanataym'' ( Filipinization of the English phrase "''once upon a time''") was a Philippine fantasy anthology television series produced and broadcast by ABS-CBN. It airs every Sunday night. The series was aired from June 22, 1997, to February 27, 2005, replacing ''The Sharon Cuneta Show'', then re-aired from 2006 to 2007 and from September 11, 2010, to April 14, 2019, replacing '' Agimat: Ang Mga Alamat ni Ramon Revilla'' and was replaced by ''Hiwaga ng Kambat'', the series was aired on ABS-CBN's ''Yes Weekend!'' primetime block with new episodes and remakes of past episodes. However, because of the COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines, Wansapanataym returned on air every weekend until some time in 2020, temporarily replacing '' 24/7'' and ''Home Sweetie Home'' until the broadcast franchise of ABS-CBN expired. History ''Wansapanataym'' was launched in 1997, having genre similarities with the ABS-CBN Foundation-produced education program ''Hiraya Manawari'' (which feature ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dear Uge
''Dear Uge'' is a Philippine television comedy anthology broadcast by GMA Network. Starring Eugene Domingo and Divine Aucina, it premiered on February 14, 2016 on the network's Sunday Grande sa Hapon line up replacing ''Wowowin''. The show concluded on February 13, 2022. It was replaced by ''The Best Ka!'' on its timeslot. Premise Urbana Genoveva Esperanza hosts a web show titled as ''Dear Uge'' where she features love stories. Joining her in the show is her feeling charming sidekick, Devine. Cast and characters ;Main cast * Eugene Domingo as Urbana Genoveva "Uge" Esperanza * Divine Aucina as Divine ;Recurring cast * Skelly Clarkson as Hercules * Jessah Nicole as Mercy * Dave Bornea as Diego * Tery Gian * Euwenn Aleta * Jo Berry as So Very * Jelai Andres * Atak Arana as Kata / Kerry * Jak Roberto as Berto * Aaron Yanga as Darak Production Principal photography was halted in March 2020 due to the enhanced community quarantine in Luzon caused by the COVID-19 pandemi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
FPJ's Ang Probinsyano
''FPJ's Ang Probinsyano'' (lit. ''FPJ's The Provincial Man''; abbreviated as ''FPJAP'' and internationally known as ''Brothers'') is a 2015 Philippine action drama television series under ABS-CBN Entertainment replacing ''Nathaniel''. Based on the 1997 film of the same title starring Fernando Poe Jr., the series stars a large ensemble cast that is top-billed by Coco Martin. First aired on September 28, 2015, it became the longest-running drama series on Philippine television (excluding drama anthologies such as '' Lovingly Yours, Helen'', ''Maalaala Mo Kaya'', ''Maynila'' and ''Magpakailanman''), with 1,696 episodes aired until the series finale on August 12, 2022. It was replaced by ''Darna'' on its timeslot. ''Ang Probinsyano'' premiered in ABS-CBN where it aired until 2020, when broadcast of the network was halted due to its non-renewal of its franchise. New episodes has since aired in the Kapamilya Channel, a pay network set up by ABS-CBN Corporation with simulcas ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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 (formerly known as Republic Broadcasting System, GMA Radio-Television Arts and GMA Rainbow Satellite Network) is commonly referred to as the Kapuso Network in reference to the outline of the company's logo. It is headquartered in the GMA Network Center in Quezon City and its transmitter, Tower of Power, is located at Tandang Sora Avenue, Barangay Culiat also in Quezon City with regional stations and offices strategically located in over 9 major cities across the country. The original meaning of the GMA acronym was Greater Manila Area, referring to the initial coverage area of the station. As the network expanded it changed into Global Media Arts. The flagship television station of GMA is DZBB-TV (GMA-7 Manila) which carries VHF Channel 7 (a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Imagine You And Me
''Imagine You and Me'' (stylized as ''Imagine You & Me'') is a 2016 Philippine romantic comedy film directed by Mike Tuviera starring Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza under APT Entertainment, GMA Pictures, and M–Zet TV Production, Inc. The film was released on July 13, 2016 as AlDub's first anniversary offering, which happened on July 16, 2016, three days after the film was shown. It was screened primarily in the Philippines and also had screenings in other countries such as Canada, Italy, and the United States. The film follows the story of Andrew and Gara as their opposite beliefs cross paths in Italy. The Cinema Evaluation Board of the Philippines evaluated the film as high quality and gave a B grade. On its first day of showing in cinemas, the film grossed over making 2016's highest opening gross for a Philippine film until it was surpassed by '' Barcelona: A Love Untold''. Plot Gara (Maine Mendoza) is an OFW who works very hard in Italy and believes in destiny and tr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Honor Thy Father (film)
''Honor Thy Father'' (originally titled as ''Con-Man'') is a 2015 Filipino thriller crime drama film directed by Erik Matti and starring John Lloyd Cruz. It was screened in the Contemporary World Cinema section of the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival. It was an official entry to the 2015 Metro Manila Film Festival. Plot The film is about a family who find themselves in a Ponzi scheme. Edgar (John Lloyd Cruz) and Kaye (Meryll Soriano) seek to pay their family's debt to Kaye's co-parishioners. The couple fears that the parishioners may hurt their daughter. Cast * John Lloyd Cruz as Edgar * Meryll Soriano as Kaye * Dan Fernandez as Manny * Tirso Cruz III as Bishop Tony * Perla Bautista as Nanang * Yayo Aguila as Jessica * Khalil Ramos as Emil * William Martinez as Pastor Obet * Krystal Brimner as Angel * Lander Vera Perez as Cedric * Boom Labrusca as Erwin Production Development The film was directed by Erik Matti. The film's lead actor, John Lloyd Cruz alongside Do ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
