Jason Statham is one of the few successful British actors to have made it big not only in Hollywood but in the worldwide market as well. Perhaps his most famous role is that of Frank Martin, the Transporter. (do not call him driver!) Action fanatics will recall his eternally menacing scowl and his calculating demeanor. And it may have been because of this that when the movie trilogy was translated [...]
Philippine fans to the long time reality show were in for a spectacular treat as American Idol Season 12 wrapped up today, May 17. In a two hour long finale, past contenders from the current season and the seasons before performed once again on the Idol stage. All 11 eliminated contestants opened the show with a rousing rendition of ‘Glad You Came’. The Idol judges also made the stage hot [...]
After Season 3’s cliffhanger ending where Auggie and Annie finally kiss, what’s next for the fashionable CIA agent and her drool worthy beau? Deadline Hollywood has confirmed reports that CSI’s Hill Harper has left the show to join the cast of Covert Affairs as the new station chief with ‘higher aspirations but questionable motives’. But what else is in store for Season 4? Producers have been cryptic but word is [...]
Much of the modern conveniences we have today are all thanks to a man who conceptualized them centuries ago. We all have heard of Leonardo da Vinci, the painter behind Mona Lisa’s mysterious smile and the origin of the Vitruvian man drawing but how much do we really know about his life and times? This is the working idea for Fox network’s newest TV series, the much anticipated Da Vinci’s [...]
The American Idol Top 3 results are in and Amber Holcomb, as predicted by majority of the AI fans, was the unfortunate one to get the lowest number of votes. She was sent home despite ‘stellar’ performances the past few weeks. After the announcement of her elimination, Amber sang Whitney Houston’s ‘I believe in you and me.’ The rendition was heart wrenching and the judges and audience tried to suppress [...]
Do you want to see your favorite Hollywood shows without paying for expensive cable subscriptions? Do you wish you could watch your favorite shows at almost the same time with the US? No worries! Jack City, the ‘sidequel’ to Jack TV, offers you the best and the finest of American shows today. Hit procedural shows and dramas like Person of Interest, NCIS, Elementary and Arrow are just some of the [...]
Ted Mosby and the gang are bound to undergo serious changes on the final episode of ‘How I Met Your Mother’. Will Barney and Robin really tie the knot? Are Marshall and Lily leaving New York? And most importantly, will fans finally receive the answer to the mystery that has haunted them for almost a decade: Will Ted Mosby finally be with the woman of his dreams? Will we finally [...]
Move over CSI! Scoot to the side, NCIS! There’s a new procedural show in town! AXN premiered the newest addition to its suspense series last April 8. ‘Hannibal’, an American thriller is based on the book franchise by Thomas Harris. It is about Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a forensic psychiatrist who is also a cannibalistic serial killer. The TV show follows the book closely, chronicling the budding friendship between FBI special [...]
The phenomenal success of several syndicated shows in the Kapamilya network has been a great buy for the conglomerate. From Pinoy Big Brother, Pilipinas Got Talent, Pinoy Master Chef, Pinoy Dream Academy, Deal or No Deal, X-Factor Philippines and the latest of which is Minute to Win it, such shows have became more popular in the whole country. Along with the new shows this year, is the comeback of the [...]
Watching TV shows is fun but there are more reasons why we should continue to catch our favorite shows whether on our TV sets or through our computers, iPods or phones. We often do not notice what good things our usual hobby has turned into like a therapy, a stress-reliever and above it all, a beneficial routine. Escape from Boredom While at work, it cannot be denied that workers often [...]
With Janine Tugonon’s beautiful and excellent answer (see below) to the Twitter question “Should speaking English be a prerequisite to being Miss Universe as an international ambassador?” I really thought she would be crown the Miss Universe 2012. But unfortunately, Miss USA won the said title. It’s like a Home Court Advantage. I am dissatisfied but the results are final and the judges have their reasons. So sad to say, [...]
Woohoo! Janne Tugonon, Miss Phlippines’ contestant to the 61st Miss Universe held at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas makes it to Top 10. Congrats Janine! We are very proud of you! Top 10 Miss Universe 2012 results: Australia – Renae Ayris Russia – Elizabeth Golovanova Brazil – Gabriela Markus France – Marie Payet Venezuela- Irene Esser USA – Olivia Culpo Hungary — Agnes Konkoly South Africa – [...]
I’ve finally caught up watching Survivor Philippines Season 25. Yay! The past five episodes were not really that good. Scenes were more focused on Tribe Matsing since they never win in any immunity challenges, resulting to a tribal absorption to Denise Stapley and Malcolm Freberg. But on its Episode 6: Down and Dirty – the show gets more interesting because the two tribes (Tandang and Kalabaw) gave up the reward challenge which [...]
Supermodel Tyra Banks is back for the newest season of America’s Next Top Model. It’s Cycle 18 this time. This reality show is one of the most successful reality shows in the US. What makes this cycle different from the previous ones is that it is a competition between models from Great Britain and America. They call this cycle “The British Invasion”. Tyra herself chose 7 British and & 7 [...]
Everyone is so hooked with teleseryes nowadays. It’s so well-loved that it’s already been a part of our everyday lives. The hottest teleserye in Pinoy TV now is called “Walang Hanggan”. It’s a story of love, coupled with deception and dark secrets buried long ago. The cast is made up of showbiz royalties like Susan Roces and Helen Gamboa. Susan here plays the role of a responsible elder sister to Helen, [...]
Its the third time I’ve watched Episode 11 of American Idol Season 11 today and I just can’t get enough of the perfomance of the contestants on their renditions of the songs in the 50′s and 60′s. Really Awesome! It feels so good listening to those old songs. What made me more love the episode is the fact that one of the contestants who did an AMAZING PERFORMANCE is Jessica [...]
Ex-policeman Larry Martin’s motivation in joining Pinoy Biggest Loser reality show was mainly to get back to the service. But he acquired more than what he had expected. He wins the vie for the title by losing 101 lbs. from his weight of 255 pounds. Aside from that, he has gained self-confidence, got hold of new ways to live a healthier life and above all, he sees life now in [...]
Nine grand finalists vie for the title of Philippines’ Ultimate Talentado 2011 in the much-awaited Talentadong Pinoy Battle of the Champions which will happen this March 12 and 13 at the Ynares Center, Antipolo and will air live on TV5. Giving it their all to compete for the coveted P1 M cash prize and the chance to be one of the Philippine representatives to the World Championship of Performing Arts [...]
