Experience the view from "The Walk" on Oct 14!

Twelve people have walked on the moon.  Only one has ever, or will ever, walk in the immense void between the World Trade Center towers.

Philippe Petit (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), guided by his real-life mentor, Papa Rudy (Ben Kingsley), is aided by an unlikely band of international recruits, who overcome long odds, betrayals, dissension and countless close calls to conceive and execute their mad plan.  Robert Zemeckis, the master director of such marvels as Forrest Gump, Cast Away, Back to the Future, Polar Express and Flight, again uses cutting edge technology in the service of an emotional, character-driven story.  With innovative photorealistic techniques and IMAX 3D wizardry, The Walk is genuine big-screen cinema, a chance for moviegoers to viscerally experience the feeling of reaching the clouds.

It is also one of the rare live-action films that is a PG-rated, all-audience entertainment for moviegoers 8 to 80 – and a triumphant true story to boot.  It is unlike anything audiences have seen before, a love letter to Paris and New York City in the 1970s, but most of all, to the towers of the World Trade Center.

TriStar Pictures presents in association with LStar Capital, an ImageMovers production, The Walk.  Starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ben Kingsley, Charlotte Le Bon, James Badge Dale.  Directed by Robert Zemeckis.  Produced by Steve Starkey, Robert Zemeckis, and Jack Rapke.  The Screenplay is by Robert Zemeckis & Christopher Browne, based on the book “To Reach the Clouds” by Philippe Petit.  Executive Producers are Cherylanne Martin, Jacqueline Levine, and Ben Waisbren.  The Director of Photography is Dariusz Wolski, ASC.  The Production Designer is Naomi Shohan.  Edited by Jeremiah O’Driscoll.  The Costume Designer is Suttirat Larlarb.  The Visual Effects Supervisor is Kevin Baillie.  Music by Alan Silvestri.

An impossible, but true story, the new film from Robert Zemeckis, The Walk is a live-action, PG-rated entertainment for all audiences, ages 8 to 80.  A love letter to the World Trade Center, the film is a 3D and IMAX visual experience, unlike anything audiences have seen.

THE WALK opens in IMAX 3D, Digital 3D and 2D cinemas across the Philippines on Oct. 14.

Photos courtesy of Columbia Pictures.

Full Cast Announced for The Bridges of Madison County

Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group (ATEG) is proud to announce the full cast for the first international production of the Tony Award winning musical THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY, which runs from November 20 - December 6 at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati.

Fresh from the success of SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER, which recently concluded the first leg of its Asian Tour,  ATEG brings you THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY, one of the most romantic stories ever written. Now an irresistible, two-time Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, based on the best-selling novel by Robert James Waller, THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY tells the story of Iowa housewife Francesca Johnson and her life-changing, four-day whirlwind romance with traveling photographer Robert Kincaid. It’s an unforgettable story of two people caught between decision and desire, as a chance encounter becomes a second chance at so much more.

This brand new production features gorgeous, soulful music by Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown (Parade, The Last Five Years) that draws upon the rich textures of Americana and folk and the sweeping, expressive balladry of classic Broadway. The Daily News hails it as “one of Broadway’s best scores in the last decade.”

Leading the cast as Francesca and Robert are two iconic performers of the international musical theatre stage, Joanna Ampil and MiG Ayesa.

Joanna Ampil, who rose to stardom in London’s West End as Kim in Miss Saigon, Mary Magdalene in Jesus Christ Superstar and Christmas Eve in Avenue Q, says of her latest role, “It will be my first musical in Manila after a long hiatus. The last one was The Sound of Music in 2012. I'm hungry for a new challenge and this role of Francesca will certainly give me that challenge, stretch and creativity that I'm always craving for as an artist.  Jason Robert Brown and I performed in London sometime ago way before he wrote Bridges and to be able to play a lead in one of his works will be a wonderful experience; because I know that he writes some amazing stuff. I look forward to sharing the stage with MiG Ayesa, also. But, the thing that appealed to me the most was the idea of working for ATLANTIS for the first time and being directed by Bobby Garcia.”

MiG Ayesa, who performed the role of Stacee Jaxx in ROCK OF AGES on Broadway and in Manila, says, “I am so thrilled to be returning to the Manila stage with this production of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY. The score written by Jason Robert Brown is so breathtakingly beautiful it has to be considered a modern classic, and well deserved of the Tony Awards it received. I cannot wait to show such a different side to me, as the last time Manila audiences saw me was as the crazed rocker ‘Stacee Jaxx’ in ROCK OF AGES. The chance to be working opposite such a world class performer such as Jo Ampil, as well as under the direction of Bobby Garcia, promises to be an experience I will never forget. This will be my second stage production with ATEG, and it has always been a labour of love in that camp. Any excuse to visit the Philippines is worth the work! I cannot think of a better way than to return with such a production as beautiful as this.”

Bobby Garcia, who directs the musical, says. “I am thrilled to have two of the finest musical theatre performers breathe vibrant life into these iconic characters. Joanna and MiG will be unforgettable as Francesca and Robert. Jason Robert Brown’s score for BRIDGES is one of the most glorious musical theatre scores in recent memory. It is an honor to be able to stage this show for Manila audiences”

Also in the cast are Carla Guevara-Laforteza in the dual role of Marian and Chiara, Nino Alejandro as Bud, Emeline Celis-Guinid as Marge, Jamie Wilson as Charile, Bibo Reyes as Michael and Mikkie Bradshaw as Caroline.  Joining them in the ensemble are Steven Conde, Nel Gomez, Franz Imperial, Yanah Laurel, Abi Sulit and Teetin Villanueva.

THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY is directed by Bobby Garcia, Choreography by Cecile Martinez, Musical Direction by Ceejay Javier, Set Design by Faust Peneyra, Lighting Design by JonJon Villareal, Costume Design by Eric Pineda, Hair and Make Up Design by Johann dela Fuente and Vocal Direction by ManMan Angsico.

Get your tickets now for what is destined to be the most romantic musical of the year! Tickets for THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY are available at Ticketworld at 891-9999.

The Jets Live! 30th Anniversary Greatest Hits Tour

This November, 80’s pop sensation, The Jets, is coming over to the Philippines for a two-night performance as part of their part of The Jets Live! 30th Anniversary Greatest Hits Tour.

Meet the musical Wolframm family from Minneapolis, Minnesota – Moana, Haini, Leroy, Rudy, Eddie, Natalia and Donnie on November 6, Friday, 7PM at the newly renovated The Kia Theatre, and on November 8, Sunday, 7PM at the Waterfront Cebu Hotel and Casino.

Originally, from the island of Tonga in the South Pacific, The Jets have made their way around the world with three world tours, and all the way to the top of US Billboard Charts, claiming eight (8) top ten hits that include Philippine #hugotfavorites “You Got It All,” “Make It Real,” the upbeat “Crush On You,” and their 1989 Grammy-nominated song for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group, “Rocket 2 U.”

This is The Jets’ first time in the Philippines.

“We’re very excited,” says Moana, on their invitational video out now on RandomMinds Production Facebook Page. 

They close the video like an ace performer, with a sampling of their signature harmony, singing “Give us one more chance to make it real,” in a cappella.

Tickets to The Jets Live! 30th Anniversary Greatest Hits Tour are now available at all SM Tickets and Ticketnet outlets.

For Manila, prices are: 
SVIP—Php 6,800, VIP—Php 5,600, GOLD—Php 4,500, SILVER—Php 3,600 and in Balcony, GOLD-L—Php 4,000, and BRONZE—Php 1,875.

For Cebu, prices are: 
SVIP—Php 5,500, VIP—Php 4,500, GOLD—Php 3,000.

This event is a 100% local production by Random Minds Incorporated and CTK Corporation. Random Minds is the same production outfit that has produced concerts like Gin Blossoms+Sugar Ray+Smashmount (SMART Araneta Coliseum, 2013), XX (NBC Tent, 2013) Demi Lovato (SMART Araneta, 2013), and Tycho Awake World Tour (Solaire, 2015) among others.

KakaoTalk Launches Open Chat

KakaoPhilippines Corp. has announced the launch of Open Chat, aKakao Talk feature that allows users to chat with others at the click of a link. All chat rooms in Open Chathave designated URLs, which users can share on social media and other websites. Any KakaoTalk user can enter the chat room without providing their mobile phone numbers or KakaoTalk IDs. Group chats are then easier to start because users who have the link can join the conversation; no need to add people one by one.

Human relationships offline are not equal. There are mutual friends whom users are comfortable sharing their mobile numbers or profiles with, and then there are complete strangers. Kakao provides a middle level of interaction with this new feature. Open Chat connects users through links; as opposed to regular chats,which require the exchange of phone numbers. Open Chat allows users to have more control over their friends list and gives them a secure alternative: to chat with whomever they need without having to divulge personal information.

KakaoTalk users have continuously requested for “easier and more convenient ways to chat with new friends” and “ways to limit or control who [they] reveal [their] profiles to.” Open Chat wasintroduced to address these issues.

The new feature is intended for those who are seeking fast and convenient ways of communication. People with the same interests can also converse with each other on Open Chat through links posted on social media and other websites. Students, in particular, can use it forgroup work in classes, extracurricular activities, study sessions,and more.They can also share an Open Chat linkat online marketplaces instead of exposing personal information, such as phone numbers and IDs, when selling or purchasing second-hand items.

Open Chat can also serve as an interactive comment section for news providers, bloggers, and readers to discuss an article or blog entry without giving out personal details. News providers and bloggers only need to add an Open Chat link at the end of the post.

Open Chats can be createdby pressing on the floating ‘+’ button on the Chats tab and selecting ‘Open Chat.’The host can then input his or her chat identity and set up a chat room. The host can choose a type of chat (1:1 chat or group chat), select a background photo, and simply press ‘OK.’ The Open Chat link will then be live and ready to go.

Open Chat can accommodate up to 500 users in a single chat room. The chat room’s host can designate the maximum number of users that can participate in any given Open Chat.

Open Chat makes it easy to begin conversations with people who are not on each other’s KakaoTalkfriends lists. It also alleviates users’ concerns about exposing their personal details on messenger services,” explained Paolo Pineda, CEO of Kakao Philippines Corp. "The real value of this feature is that it provides our users with privacy and control over their friends list, while connecting with other people."

KakaoTalk’s Open Chat feature will be available to Filipino users starting October 11th, on both iOS and Android. Users can also enjoy KakaoTalk’s other features like Secret Group Chat and Star Chat. For more information, please visit facebook.com/kakaotalkph.

Keanu Reeves stars in sexy thriller "Knock Knock"

                Keanu Reeves stars in his latest sexy thrilling starrer in “Knock Knock” as a blissfully married man with two children who was lured by two very attractive women (played by Lorenza Izzo and  Ana de Armas) when they came knocking at his door when he was left alone at home.

                Directed and written by Eli Roth known for his critically acclaimed and phenomenal works in thriller and horror genre such as “Cabin Fever” that went on to be Lionsgate’s highest grossing film on the year that it was released and the worldwide hit “Hostel,” “Knock Knock” is an erotic thriller that toys on the idea of trouble coming into one’s own home and unleashes Pandora’s box.

                “With Knock Knock, I wanted to show just how fragile the world we spend a lifetime building actually is. What if you did everything right – you went to a good school, you dated nice people until you met the right person, you settled down, you built a good life for yourself…and still, you have the sinking feeling you’re missing out on something. What if you wanted to tempt fate just for one night thinking you could get away with it? I wanted the audience to sympathize with Evan, our main character, and to secretly make the same choices he would make. Evan tries to do the right thing, and yet, he can’t ever truly say no to these girls who show up at his door and seduce him. Evan constantly thinks he’s in control, and that’s his fatal flaw. People in their 40’s have no idea the damage one can cause with social media, because they’ve never had to think defensively in that way. Teenagers today have grown up with the threat of someone ruining your life over a picture or a text message, so as a result they know how to destroy someone. It’s a skill you have to develop as a teenager today, but it’s not one that would even be in a character like Evan’s consciousness,” explains Roth of the movie’s premise.

                  One of Hollywood’s most sought after leading men, Keanu Reeves currently has a box office draw of over $3.6 billion worldwide. Keanu recently completed production on four films, including the courtroom drama “The Whole Truth” starring opposite Renée Zellweger, “Daughter of God,” “The Neon Demon” and “The Bad Batch.”

                Best known worldwide as Neo in the phenomenal “The Matrix” trilogy, Reeves’ long list of blockbuster hits also include “47 Ronin,” “Man of Tai Chi,” “John Wick,” “Speed,” “The Day The Earth Stood Still,” “Street Kings,” “The Lake House,” “Constantine,” “Something’s Gotta Give,” “Hardball,” “The Gift,” The Replacements,” “Sweet November,” “A Walk In The Clouds,” “Devil’s Advocate,” “Bram Stoker’s Dracula” and “Point Break.”

                Described by Eli Roth as ‘Fatal Attraction’ in the age of social media, “Knock Knock” opens this October 21 in theatres nationwide from OCtoArts Films International.

A New Kind of Camouflage for Veloci

Camouflage rules the Paris runway from famous designers Maison Margiela, Balenciaga and Christian Dior for the Fall 2015 collection. It was highlighted by a selection of body suits and skin-tight, long sleeve, mid-length dresses in pale new camo pattern.

Thus, Veloci, the Italian inspired timepieces comes up with the fierce arm candies that would accessorize your everyday wear from work to play. I like that it comes big with colors to choose from. Yes its a chrono, stylish, chunky watch that could dress up your attire.

 The Veloci Holiday Collection comes just in time showcasing the definitive botanic camouflage print, reworked in brighter colors and bolder designs last Sept 23 at 100 Miles Cafe, BGC.

The event was geared up military style and the guests came in their best camo get up. The Veloci Holiday Collection launch was highlighted by military activities (games) that challenged the skills of the bloggers. It was like a battlefield outsmarting each other using our brawn and brains.

After the game, we were treated to a boodle feast, it was fun and challenging to eat just using our bare hands. Everyone was game enough to finish their dinner.

The Veloci Holiday Collection comes in two styles. Taking design inspiration from their bestselling Pulse, the Camo contains the same power-packed features: with a dual-time display, stopwatch and alarm, illuminator, and water resist of up to 100 meters. Folks on the go can sport this watch to wherever their next getaway may be.

For the more adventurous ones, the Camo Active bears the features of the Pulse with a different look. This watch has a stainless steel top ring, inner ring, and 200-meter water resist. A mineral glass cover renders it anti-shock. Perfect for extreme sports enthusiasts with a penchant for minimal accessorizing and maximum impact.

In terms of color choices, the classic army green is imbued with flecks of black and orange to give it a nice color contrast. Rise up the fashion ranks with the VelociCamo’s other colors: rogue red, cadet gray and infantry blue.

This is what makes the camouflage such a timeless print. It works well in sprucing up with nearly any outfit—be it in school, at the office, by the pool, on a date,or even just when you dress to express. Take your pick from the collection’s several camo combinations for a look that stands out.

The launch of this collection could not come at a better time. As everybody gears up for the holidays, these watches would be a sensible style staple for accessorizing the looks we are bound to see this season. Camouflage prints add edge to minimalist and somber fall outfits, while grounding a sparkly party ensemble with a street-style vibe. Fashionable and functional, the Camo is another versatile Veloci timepiece you can wear from work to play.

Veloci kiosks are in SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia, SM San Lazaro, SM Clark, SM Pampanga, SM Manila, SM Fairview,
SM Southmall,
Market! Market!and Festival Mall. Veloci watches are also available in L Timestudio and Timegear boutiques, Asprey kiosks, and select Department Stores of SM, Robinsons, Metro, Fisher Mall and Landmark. Visit www.veloci.ph for more details, or shop online at zalora.com.ph/veloci

Ginebra San Miguel presents the New Calendar Girl: Arci Munoz

Ginebra San Miguel launches the new Ginebra San Miguel 2016 Calendar Girl, Arci Munoz,  the actress-singer is a College of Theater Arts graduate from the University of the Philippines and the lead vocalist of the rock band Philia. The launch was hosted by last year's Ginebra San Miguel Calendar Girl Actress-Model Ellen Adarna at Sequioa Hotel last Sept. 29.

Arci Munoz, would like people to know her not just as a pretty face and sexy body, the singer is also athletic, she plays basketball. She loves girly things, she confessed that she almost gave up acting to become a full-time musician.


"For 2016, we chose Arci Munoz as our brand ambassador because she embodies the Ginebra San Miguel brand character—strong, versatile and resilient. She is a complete package. She’s got the beauty and the brains. She is multi—faceted. She’s a singer, an actress and a model. Truly, 'ganado sa buhay and definitely one of the country’s most talented, and hottest up and coming artists,” adds GSMI Vice President and Marketing Manager Nelson Elises

Other past Ginebra San Miguel calendar girls were former beauty queens Anjanette Abayari (1994), Alma Concepcion (1995) and Michelle Aldana (1998); former movie stars and TV personalities Janna Victoria (1999), Patricia Javier (2000), singer Geneva Cruz (2001), Rica Peralejo (2002), Aubrey Miles (2003), Belinda Bright and Maricar De Mesa (2004).

This year, Ginebra San Miguel has added a different twist to the annual calendar’s
promotions. For every purchase of two (2) bottles of Ginebra San Miguel Bilog, Angelito, Frasquito or one (1) bottle of Frasco at 7-Eleven, MiniStop and other participating outlets, consumers will get a limited edition magazine calendar. To add to this sweet deal, each magazine calendar comes with a set of "Ganado coupons," which offers discounts and freebies or premium merchandise items in selected outlets.

GSMl’s flagship brand Ginebra San Miguel has been enjoyed by many for over 180 years and remains the no. 1 selling gin in the world according to leading global drinks journal Drinks International. Last year, Ginebra San Miguel launched its "Ganado sa Buhay” campaign, which celebrated the hardworking  Filipino worker who is "ganado sa buhay", who works hard to provide his family a better future.

Other GSMI products are GSM Blue, GSM Blue Flavors, Ginebra San Miguel Premium Gin, Don Enrique Mixkila, Antonov Vodka, Vino Kulafu and Primera Light Brandy. For more information, log on to:
www.ginebrasanmiguel.com or like the official Facebook page www.facebook.com/BarangayGinebra.

Lifehouse Live in Manila on Oct 8!

Catch another remarkable and heartfelt performance and fall in love once again with Lifehouse. The series of hits of this group captured the pulse of the Filipino’s love for love songs. Though Lifehouse songs are radio friendly rock songs, their kind of music centers on love, losing someone, faith, life and survival. It is not surprising that this American rock band was able to maintain a solid fan base in this country.

With their first hit single “Hanging by A Moment”, the band was catapulted into commercial recognition. Followed by “You and Me” from their self-titled PRESS RELEASE 1 With their first  hit single “Hanging by A Moment”, the band was catapulted into commercial recognition.


LIFEHOUSE LIVE IN MANILA October 8, 2015 album “Lifehouse.” and strings of hits followed
through these years.  Songs in their earlier albums also talks about faith and believing, which also added to their allure as Christian
 music. Their lyrics it “Take Me
Away”, “Everything” and “Breathing” may be interpreted as an ode to God but their words
were not imposing, it’s sweet, sentimental and
moving. Their strength lies in their ability to effectively speak of feelings, without sounding force.
 This songwriting style gave them the edge over other alternative rock bands. Since then, Lifehouse has released 7 albums.



The latest “Out of the Wasteland” (released May 2015) was what Jason Wade referred to as

“returning to our roots.” Even music critic Stephen Thomas Erlewine described it as an “immaculately constructed record, easing between insistent midtempo anthems and power ballads…” and Christian Media Cross Rhythm’s Philip Laing describing it as “overall an
impressive return to form by the mainstream stalwarts.” Stalwarts, what an apt description for a band
 that can deliver so much emotion and meaning in their music.

Whatever It Takes, Lifehouse is one of the most played artists in the history of Hot AC with over 1.4 billion Pandora Plays to date. Lifehouse is composed of Jason Wade in rhythmn guitar and vocals, Ben Carey in lead guitar, Rich Woolstenhulme Jr on drums and Bryce Soderberg on bass guitar.

Generating rave reviews on Ticketmaster for all their live concerts, one can’t help but be excited once again, see the band in action. Lifehouse brought the house down before and now they are coming back to a bigger stage at Mall of Asia Arena on the 8th of October, 2015 as brought to you by CCA Live Productions and Midas.

Set aside those YouTube videos and grab your coats and concert tickets! No heavy rains and extreme heat can stop this now, Lifehouse is coming!

A double celebration for Baskin Robbins

Baskin-Robbins (BR), the world’s most beloved ice cream brand, marks two significant milestones as it celebrates its first year in the Philippines and simultaneously 70 years since its birth in California in 1945. These major events inspired the launch of the BR 31 Smiles Project – a CSR campaign providing free cleft lip reconstructive surgery to 31 children in partnership with the renowned charitable foundation, Operation Smile.

“This is a very special celebration of 2 important anniversaries. We’d like to express our deepest thanks to our loyal customers for supporting the brand throughout its first year in the Philippines,” says Michael Dargani, president IceDream Inc., the company that exclusively operates Baskin Robbins in the Philippines. “In line with our commitment to serving fun and smiles for seven decades, Baskin-Robbins is truly proud to welcome the 31 beneficiaries of our BR 31 Smiles Project” added Dargani.

BR 31 Smiles Project is a campaign intended to bring back the smiles of children with cleft lip and cleft palate through free reconstructive surgery, funded by Baskin-Robbins Philippines. The number 31 is symbolic of the brand’s heritage as it is known for carrying 31 flavors of ice cream at any given time – one for every day of the month. The amount needed for the 31 surgeries was raised through various promotions at the store level as well as at special selling events.

One of the beneficiaries of the cleft lip surgery is Wivina ‘Vina’ Marie Maninang, age 5. Due to her cleft lip condition, Vina was unaccepted by other children in her community and was often bullied. Under the BR 31 Smiles Project, Vina was selected by Operation Smile to undergo free reconstructive surgery at Sta. Ana Hospital. Many have witnessed Vina’s touching story in the You tube video created by Baskin Robbins at the start of their campaign in June this year.


“Kitang-kita ko po ang malaking pagbabago sa aking anak na si Vina pagkatapos ng maoperahan sya,” shares Maritess Maninang, Vina’s mom. “Kung dati po na madalas syang umiyak sa akin kapag natutukso ng mga kalaro nya, ngayon po ay mas lumakas ang loob nya na harapin ang mga ito,” she adds.



Vina dreams of becoming a professional dancer someday. And now that she has been given a brand new smile, there is no stopping her from making this dream a reality.

“On behalf of Operation Smile, I would like to thank Baskin-Robbins for this wonderful project. Your ‘BR 31 Smiles Project’ has not only brought back the smiles of 31 children

Vina Marie Maninang

but also helped their families and restored the enthusiasm and happiness of these wonderful kids,” shares Anne Gonzales, vice chairman of Operation Smile Philippines.

Eliza Mendoza

Princess Zarina 

Prince Ravien Berden 

Jherome Sabio.

The BR 31 Smiles Project is a campaign that helped bring back the smiles of 31 children with cleft lip and cleft palate through free reconstructive surgery, funded by Baskin-Robbins Philippines.  Above are some of the beneficiaries of the project: Vina Marie Maninang, Eliza Mendoza, Princess Zarina Prince Ravien Berden and Jherome Sabio. 

And the happiness doesn’t stop there. Baskin-Robbins has just introduced a delicious new lineup of indulgent Cookie Sundaes, premium Baskin-Robbins ice cream paired with warm, chewy cookies and topped with sundae toppings. Starting October, guests can create indulgent sundaes customized to their liking by choosing from a selection of warm and chewy White Chunk Macadamia, Dark Chocolate Chunk and Double Fudge Cookies to serve with up to two of their favorite Baskin-Robbins ice cream flavors. The Warm Cookie Ice Cream Sundae can be topped with hot fudge, praline caramel sauce, candy pieces, cookie pieces, whipped cream and cherries.


Over the past 70 years, Baskin-Robbins has brought its famous 31 ice cream flavors to the world. While the brand started as a neighborhood ice cream shop in California in 1945, it now has more than 7,500 locations in nearly 50 countries worldwide.

Baskin-Robbins was founded by two ice cream enthusiasts and brothers-in-law who shared a dream to create an innovative ice cream shop that would be a neighborhood gathering place for families. Over 300 million people visit Baskin-Robbins each year to sample from more than 1,200 flavor creations available in its ice cream library. Baskin-Robbins offers guests around the world a wide range of hard scoop ice cream flavors, along with custom ice cream cakes, delicious frozen beverages, ice cream sundaes and take-home frozen treats.

For more information about Baskin-Robbins, log on to www.baskinrobbins.ph or check out their Facebook (facebook.com/baskinrobbinsph), Twitter and Instagram (baskinrobbinsph) accounts. Or visit Baskin-Robbins shops at the Central Square, Bonifacio Global City; Greenbelt 5 and Glorietta 5 in Makati; Fairview Terraces and Trinoma Mall in Quezon City.

The #Aldub tweet that started it all

Up to this day, I never had the opportunity to watch "Kalyeserye" live, because of the busy schedule I had. I got my other news from the "Aldub" loveteam through my mother, who never failed to watch the Kalyeserye episode at Eat Bulaga, until I followed the duo from Twitter, I just hashtag #Aldub and voila I am now informed of what was happening around.

Filipinos and people worldwide flock to Twitter to get the latest news, connect with others and share their passion for the phenomenal Aldub love team every day. Last weekend, the Twitter conversation for #ALDubEBForLove reached 26 million Tweets – close to the current Super Bowl Twitter record of 28.4 million Tweets set on February 1, 2015.


First Tweeted at 10:34 p.m. on September 25, the fan-made official #ALDubEBForLove hashtag reached its peak at 1:26 pm the following day with 43,000 Tweets per minute during the much anticipated visit of Alden Richards (https://twitter.com/aldenrichards02) at the mansion to see Maine Mendoza aka Yaya Dub (https://twitter.com/mainedcm).

Check out the interactive chart of the #ALDubEBForLove Tweets at http://reverb.twitter.com/view/947770132507343271

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The most shared Tweet for #ALDubEBForLove came from Maine herself, and this was viewed nearly 4.8 million times on Twitter.

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Embeddable Tweet: https://twitter.com/mainedcm/status/647697830954401792



Other top Tweets for #ALDubEBForLove last weekend included Alden’s message to #ALDubNation, Eat Bulaga’s (https://twitter.com/eatbulaga) first official photo of ALDub together, and what #ALDubNation means to people all over the world (See Top #ALDubEBForLove Tweets below).



TNT-powered Twitter Party


The next Twitter party is brewing this weekend with another milestone in the Aldub story as Maine is headed to the Eat Bulaga studio to visit Alden – an announcement that immediately sent netizens abuzz on October 1, Thursday.


To allow more Filipinos to join the live, public conversations on Twitter, TNT, the value brand of Philippine mobile services leader Smart Communications, has launched an Unli Twitter promo, which gives its 28 million subscribers and Aldub fans nationwide unlimited Twitter access valid for one whole day for just 2 pesos.


TNT subscribers with an active subscription to either the Alden15 or the Maine30 load can register to the Unli Twitter promo starting October 3, Saturday, by simply texting T2 to 4545.



Upon successful registration, subscribers may sign in to their Twitter account to get live updates and chime in with their own reactions instantly using the fan-made official hashtag for one whole day.

“Aldub is a global phenomenon on Twitter and shows how our platform as the social soundtrack to TV has really connected Filipinos who love a good love story,” said Rishi Jaitly, vice president of Media, Asia Pacific and Middle East, Twitter. “We can’t wait to see if the live, public Aldub conversation can set global records by uniting their passionate fans, the nation and the world on Twitter.”

“It is amazing how the Aldub story on TV has become a shared experience that spills over to Twitter on a daily basis, where passionate fans converge and express their sentiments in real time,” said Evelyn Jimenez, Prepaid Marketing Head of Smart Communications.

“With this special promo, TNT and Twitter will enable more fans to join the social TV conversation and show their support for TNT endorsers Alden and Maine – in another big Twitter celebration this weekend.



Top Tweets For #ALDubEBforLOVE on 26 September 2015

Embeddable Tweet: https://twitter.com/aldenrichards02/status/647547130177961985

Embeddable Tweet: https://twitter.com/EatBulaga/status/647747751627780097

Embeddable Tweet: https://twitter.com/bryan_white/status/647458206512496640

Embeddable Tweet: https://twitter.com/AngPoetNyo/status/647465195573383168

Embeddable Tweet: https://twitter.com/ErikaPageWhite/status/647496449509470208

Embeddable Tweet: https://twitter.com/henryter/status/647595431380148224