What was the first book that you have read?

Who inspired you to read and what's the first book that caught your fancy. I started reading when I was 6 years old. My father thought me how to read and memorize all the characters in the book by randomly questioning me how I felt about the characters and story. As far as I remember, my father accompanied me to this little bookstore near our apartment, and he let me choose books.

 The first book that my father bought was Rapunzel. Then came, Snow White, Cinderella, The Magic Porridge Pot, The Ginger Bread Man, Alice in Wonderland and so forth.

When in high school, I got addicted to Sweet Dreams Series and Sweet Valley High. I got around 100 books bought during that time.  As I grow older, I have been buying detective and suspense thriller books, then transitioned to Chic Lit Shopaholic Series by Sophie Kinsella for light reads.

Now that I am older, before buying any bestseller, I googled the Top 10 from the Barnes and Noble first. Or check out Book Barista's instagram to get to know what she is reading or recommending. That's where I discovered Gone Girl,  Sharp Objects, The Girl on the Train, Into the Water and now The Girl Before by JP Delaney and The Woman in the Window by AJ Finn. 

When I am down and out and about to fall into the pit of depression. Only a book would help me light up. I find comfort when I am reading. It help me see things in a positive way. It makes me weigh things over. It calms. It makes me feel alive.

Its that time of the year again when  Manila International Book Fair (MIBF)
the country’s most anticipated event of its kind, open its doors again to the public. The 39th installation of the Manila International Book Fair (MIBF) opens Sept 12, 10AM at the Hall 3 of the SMX Convention Center, MOA.

Please let me know what you buy and let's discuss about it here.  I want to know hihi maybe we can exchange books. Im just as excited as you are.

Buy any two Giordano Polo and you can get the second item for only P499

The polo shirt has transcended trends and has made its way in the pantheon of undeniable fashion classics. Its appeal is so universal that almost every Filipino has it in their wardrobe. Tracing its history back in the 1920s, the short-sleeved, loosely knitted classic polo has evolved into a go-to piece that fits almost every kind of lifestyle.

To celebrate its significance in fashion, Giordano has marked September as the National Polo Shirt Month. As part of this month-long festivity, Giordano launched a new collection called Simply Classics. The collection puts the spotlight on the polo shirt and its understated elegance and timelessness.

Simply Classics is all about Giordano’s wide selection of polo shirts guaranteed to last long and bring comfort to its owner. The new collection focuses on simple and classic staples, with updated techniques in fabrication and colors to create a fresh take on the classic polo. Simply Classics is a collection of polo shirts that are refreshingly casual yet sleek and stylish.

And because Filipinos love their classic polo shirts, Giordano offers a great deal this National Polo Shirt Month. Buy any two Giordano Polo and you can get the second item for only P499, all month long. The Giordano Polo is available for Men, Women, and Junior, making sure that every member of the family can put on the classic apparel. Be sure to drop by at any Giordano store on National Polo Shirt Day this Saturday, September 15, because something big is happening!

For 29 years, Giordano has been creating high-quality polo shirts that are classy and sure to last. With its button-up point collar, the classic polo represents casual cool and refinement that works for men, women as well as children. With different styles, colors, and designs to choose from, the Giordano polo shirt is definitely a wardrobe must-have.

Giordano’s latest Polo Collection is now available in all stores nationwide including online stores. Check out their collections at www.giordano.ph and don’t forget to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more updates.

Coffee lovers, rejoice! Jollibee has just got the coolest treat: the new Coffee Mocha Float!

When you cant start the day without your caffeine fix. Jollibee offers them with breakfast meals or you can order solo at your favorite Jollibee branch.


Whether its hot to cold coffee, Jollibee gives you more reasons to enjoy pick-me-ups!

Coffee lovers, rejoice! Jollibee has got exciting announcements: the improved Premium Brewed Coffee and the all-new Coffee Mocha Float!

Kickstart the day with a delicious blend of premium coffee beans

There’s nothing better to kickstart a busy morning than a steaming cup of joe that smells and tastes just right.

Jollibee’s new and improved brewed coffee is the ideal partner for any Jolly breakfast favorite, the new brewed coffee boasts of leveled-up flavor and strength to get your day started with a satisfied smile.

Each cup of Jollibee’s brewed coffee is now made with high-quality premium beans for a stronger, full-bodied taste and richer, roasted aroma, in every sip.

The new Premium Brew from Jollibee is great to enjoy in multiple ways: with your Jolly breakfast faves, on its own, strong and black, or with your ideal amount of creamer and sugar.

Enjoy it for only P30.00* (Solo)! Available in the mornings for dine-in, take-out, delivery, and drive-thru in all branches nationwide.

A deliciously cool pick-me-up

When it’s time for another coffee concoction to lift your energy as the day goes on, and Jollibee has just the coolest treat: the new Coffee Mocha Float!



This new iced beverage offers a delicious combination of rich milk chocolate and creamy coffee for twice the indulgence. Sip your way to a mood lift with the cool, creamy, and chocolatey beverage that goes perfectly well with the snacks and meals that you have always loved.


Take the coolness and creaminess of the Coffee Mocha Float to the next level with an optional soft-serve ice cream topping! The Coffee Mocha Float is available for dine-in, take-out, delivery, and drive-thru in all Jollibee branches all day for only P55.00*.

“The kind of coffee that you have in the morning, afternoon, or after meals can definitely help shape your entire day,” said Kay Segismundo, Jollibee Senior Marketing Manager for Complementary Products. “Coffee is such an important beverage for many Filipino diners who look for it throughout the day. We hope that our improved premium blend and new coffee mocha float are able to provide the energy boost Pinoys need while satisfying their sweet cravings.

For more information on Jollibee’s latest products and promos, like Jollibee Philippines on Facebook and follow @Jollibee on Twitter and Instagram.

*Prices may vary across different locations; delivery charge not included.

James Reid joins Jollibee’s pioneering digital series, 14/29 Petsa de Peligro JolliSerye gang

If you have been following and watching Petsa de Peligro JolliSerye, a new actor has joined the gang and is sure to win everyone's hearts.

After adding award-winning actresses Eugene Domingo and Cherie Gil to its cast, Jollibee’s pioneering digital series, 14/29 Petsa de Peligro JolliSerye—now on its second season—brings in another certified star to the mix with actor and singer James Reid.

James has always been a part of the ever-growing Jollibee family and was an endorser of the Filipino fast-food brand’s best-selling Burger Steak and Yumburger. This time around, he joins the JolliSerye gang as Hans Samonte, a handsome copy machine attendant at Happy Calendar House in the newest episode that was released on September 14, 2018.

“It’s been such a fun and rewarding experience to be part of the JolliSerye crew,” Reid shared. “Working with Jollibee is always a great experience but shooting for an episode of JolliSerye is a totally new but equally enjoyable experience for me.”

In this latest episode, the JolliSerye team—composed of millennials working for the publishing company, Happy Calendar House headed by CEO U.G.E. played by Eugene Domingo—is challenged to find the next calendar boys who will join UGE in the 2019 edition of the company’s calendar.



Happy Calendar House’ South Branch announces their plan to dominate the model search with their handsome Brazilian messengers. Having no budget due to Petsa De Peligro, the JolliSerye gang scrambles to find another good-looking employee to pair up with their resident Mr. Pogi ng Marketing James (played by Aldrin Angeles)—and discovers that their new photocopy boy, Hans, perfectly fits the requirement.   
 

While initially hesitant to join the contest, Hans is eventually persuaded by the team to help out in the spirit of camaraderie and the promise of a delicious yet budget-friendly JolliSavers lunch. 

Cue in makeovers, beauty shots, witty reality show references, and crave-inducing JolliSavers meals, and soon it’s time for a runway show and pose-off between the contenders from the Main and South Branches.
 
 

“Shooting this episode has been fun especially since it’s more comedy than what I usually do. The whole cast and crew have been very supportive all throughout, and it’s been an honor and an unforgettable experience to work with a comedy legend like Ms. Eugene,” Reid said.

“The 14/29 Petsa De Peligro JolliSerye has been so well-received by Filipino netizens that we really wanted to step up the comedy and charm of our episodes in our second season,” said Cathleen Capati, Jollibee AVP and Group Category Head for Flagships. “We’ve had Cherie Gil and Eugene Domingo on board, and now we have James Reid in a role never seen before by his fans and followers. We truly want to bring entertaining digital content to Pinoy netizens through heartwarming, funny, and relatable stories as seen in our first-ever digital series.”

“I hope that netizens enjoy this JolliSerye episode and remember that you can still have fun and enjoy delicious food during Petsa De Peligro with Jollibee’s JolliSavers.” Reid said.

With JolliSavers, sharing the delightful sarap ng payday every day with your whole team is possible—even if it’s petsa de peligro! For only P50.00* or less, indulge in your favorite affordable Jollibee bestsellers such as the cheesiest, meatiest, sweet-sarap Jolly Spaghetti (P50.00*), the beefy-saucy linamnam ulam Burger Steak (P50.00*), extra beefy, extra cheesy Jolly Hotdog (P50.00) and ang nag-iisang langhap-sarap Yumburger (P33.00*).

Catch 14/29 Petsa de Peligro JolliSerye on the Jollibee Philippines’ Facebook page @JollibeePhilippines, YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/jollibeedigital1, and follow @Jollibee on Twitter for more updates.

* Prices may vary across different locations

Take care of yourself and your loved one with Philam Life's Active Joint Critical Protect

Upon learning that Philam Life under Philam Vitality offers a life insurance for two (you and your loved one), the Active Joint Critical Protect. Im thinking of getting one for me and my loved ones. This insurance is good for everyone in the family that you would love to sponsor. Be it your husband, your kid, sibling or your mother/father. We can never tell what may happen in the future. So its time to vouch for everyone's safety and future by gifting them this policy.

Philam Life recently launched the Active Joint Critical Protect last Sept 13 at Le Petit Souffle, Century Mall.  Philam Life Brand Ambassadors Solenn Heussaff, Nico Bolzico and Mond Gutierrez along with Philam Life executives graced the event.

Philam Life, in its understanding of its customers’ need to care for themselves and their loved ones, recently launched Active Joint Critical Protect, a health and life insurance for two that allows them to jointly safeguard themselves and a loved one—be it spouse, parent, sibling or child—against serious
diseases or untoward events.

Powered by Philam Vitality, it also encourages healthy living by giving
incentives for knowing and improving their health, at the same time boosting the plan coverage by up to 50% as they live healthier.

With Active Joint Critical Protect, they are protected from the most common critical illnesses among Filipinos, including heart attack, stroke, and cancer. After the plan’s standard period of ten years and no claim was made, it automatically renews, making it very convenient for them. Through this product, Filipinos can protect themselves and their loved ones at the same time.

Recently launched with Philam Life Brand Ambassadors Solenn Heussaff, Nico Bolzico and Mond Gutierrez, the latest product from Philam Life allows Filipinos to care for their loved ones in the best possible way—by preparing them  against future health concerns and protecting them if something
untoward happens.

“Chard, being my twin, is the closest, most important person in the world to me. And I if there’s any way I can take care of him then I will,” said Mond.

“I love my mom and there’s not much I can do for her at this stage. But with this new product from Philam Life, I can do my part to make her worry less about getting sick in the future,” affirmed Solenn.

Nico added, “I don’t have to tell you guys how much I love my wife. And while there are millions of ways that I’ve shown this, preparing for the unforeseen future makes me breathe easier every single day.”

                             Ten Paras, Head of Product of Philamlife

                                  Bernadette Chincuanco, Head of Branding and                                                                Communications of Philamlife


According to Philam Life Chief Marketing Officer Leo Tan, “We at Philam Life always put our customers first and strive to innovate with products that address their needs. With a product that jointly addresses the twin concern of health and protection, we are empowering Filipinos to feel secure about their and their loved ones’ future, helping them live worry-free and healthier, longer and better lives.”

Find out more about Active Joint Critical Protect. Visit Philam Life’s website at philamlife.com, Philam Life’s Facebook page, or contact them through email at philamlife@aia.com or through landline at (02) 528-2000.

Smart Wifi increases deployment in over 100 school areas nationwide

Smart Communications Inc., the country’s leading wireless services provider, has increased Smart Wifi rollouts in over 100 school areas nationwide—
providing students across the country the benefits of the internet as a learning and communications tool.

As a member of the World Broadband Alliance (WBA), Smart Communications Inc. has endeavored to give a greater majority access to seamless connectivity through the service.

“As we continue to lead the country’s transformation into a smart nation, we at PLDT believe in equipping the youth with the means to enrich their knowledge and help them excel in any field they choose to pursue,” adds SVP and Head of PLDT & Smart Enterprise Business Groups Jovy Hernandez.

With Smart Wifi, super speed internet connections are now available to students of the University of the Philippines - Diliman, De La Salle University-Manila, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, and Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Muntinlupa, Emilio Aguinaldo College, Adamson University, Navotas Polytechnic College, and San Sebastian College, giving them access to an enhanced digital learning experience.

Other universities outside of the metro include Ateneo de Naga, University of Cebu, University of Mindanao, University of Bohol, Tarlac Agricultural University, and Letran Calamba, among others.

With this program, students will be given access to Smart Wifi’s reliable internet
connection, enabling them to access online resource material for research and other day-to-day information needs. Students will be better connected through their e-mail and social media accounts and will enjoy easier downloading and uploading of files, with Smart Wifi’s broadband capacity of up to 100 megabits per second.In addition, the availability of Smart Wifi in universities opens up opportunities for  for brands to reach the younger market, particularly students,  through Smart Wifi Ads, a  targeted marketing solution that enables businesses to directly reach and engage their customers. As targeted digital advertising becomes more widespread, Smart Wifi Ads are expected to surpass conventional online advertising methods.

“With the availability of Smart Wifi in universities this year, we are opening the door for brand marketers to innovatively advertise using Smart Wifi Ads, allowing them to be very targeted in reaching their intended audience,” said PLDT VP and Head of Enterprise Core Business Solutions Jojo Gendrano.

Smart Wifi Ads come in several forms: banner or interstitial ads, which combine clickable material with access to the brand’s website; promo page with triggered SMS, which sends an SMS to the user’s mobile number upon clicking the ad; sponsored access, which grants customers free Wi-Fi usage upon watching a non-skippable video, or answering a survey; and Wi-Fi rental, which provides advertisers with a branded SSID and landing page and customizable Wi-Fi experience that gives customers free 30-minute access after entering a PIN, watching a video, or answering a survey.

To know more about how you can avail of Smart Wifi Ads, visit
http://smenation.com.ph/smart-wifi-ads.

First Look: Starbucks Limited Edition Anniversary Blend Card

                 ANNIVERSARY BLEND CARD *Limited Edition



This is one collectible Starbucks card you should not missed!

Pay tribute to the symbol of Starbucks – the Siren. with this Anniversary Blend Card featuring the Siren’s blue-green tail with gold-copper detailing.

Available for an initial activation amount of ₱500 per card with a
purchase limit of up to two (2) Anniversary Blend Cards per customer,
per day.

Available in all stores starting September 11, 2018.

HOOQ brings international blockbusters 90 days after theatrical release

HOOQ – the largest Video on Demand service in Southeast Asia – launches the year’s most talked about movie, The Avengers: Infinity War, which is now available to stream on HOOQ.

HOOQ is the only streaming service in the Philippines to offer blockbusters like The Avengers: Infinity War through its movie rentals catalog 90 days after their theatrical release.  Besides The Avengers: Infinity War HOOQ brings in seven more blockbusters until October.

The Padre the story of a con-man posing as a priest launched on HOOQ on August 27.  If you want a laugh, watch out for Puerto Ricans in Paris, which is about two NYPD detectives in Paris, on September 6.  It’s all about girl power with Ocean’s 8 on September 24.  Other exciting titles to watch out for are Show Dogs on September 24; The Seagull on September 24; Solo: A Star Wars Story on September 25; and Ant-Man and The Wasp on October 16.

HOOQ subscribers get access to one movie rental of their choice every month at no charge with a bonus ticket, and any additional titles can be rented for an affordable PHP125.00.  The films will be some of the freshest picks from the biggest Hollywood studios, including Disney, Marvel, Sony Pictures, Warner Bros. and Dreamworks.  The lineup changes every month with new titles coming in!

Sheila Paul, HOOQ Country Manager for the Philippines, said, “At HOOQ, we work hard to forge fruitful partnerships with top studios and networks here and abroad so that our subscribers will have the best streaming experience possible with their choice of device and screen!”

Other box office hits on HOOQ include Chaos Theory, I Am Sam, Valentine’s Day, Vacation, Veronica Mars, Syriana, Man From U.N.C.L.E., Entourage, The Intern, Black Mass and Poseidon, all available as part of the base subscription.

You can also catch Pinoy blockbusters such as Sid & Aya: Not a Love Story on September 21 and Cry No Fear on October 4 all exclusively available on HOOQ 90 days after theatrical release. Other new Filipino titles include My Amnesia Love, So Connected on September 6 and Squad Goals on September 13.

Jeff Remigio, Director of Content and Programming at HOOQ Philippines, said, “Fans of Pinoy movies can expect new content every month.  Titles to watch out for include A Second Chance on  September 6 and Vince, Kath & James on September 21.”

Other titles coming to HOOQ include Barcelona: A Love Untold on September 28; Just The Three of Us on October 4; Can't Help Falling In Love on October 11; Everything About Her on October 15; Beauty and the Bestie on October 25. Whether it is movies or TV shows you’re after, HOOQ promises to keep you entertained and engaged with the best!


How to get HOOQ
It’s easy to get HOOQ’d. Customers can simply download the HOOQ app from Apple Store or Google Play, sign up or log in, to access HOOQ’s extensive library of Hollywood and Asian hits.  Watch shows on HOOQ via Chromecast, Roku, and Android TV. Smart, TNT and Sun users can enjoy a 30-day free trial. Globe mobile users can enjoy a 45-day free trial.  Find out more and sign up today for a complimentary trial at www.hooq.tv.

McJim’s “Pitaka” (The Wallet), “Sinturon” (Belt), and “Bag” have been selected to compete in a total of 22 prestigious film festivals

True to its enduring values of quality, style, and elegance, trusted leather goods brand McJim Classic Leather is unstoppable as it continues to gain international recognition for its troika of masterfully produced short films under its “Get Reel” online campaign, just over a year after its debut video, “Pitaka,” made waves in the internet.

 Director and PR entrepreneur Chris Cahilig attributes the success of McJim’s short films to the brand’s adherence to its timeless philosophy of quality, style, and elegance.



McJim’s “Pitaka” (The Wallet), “Sinturon” (Belt), and “Bag” have been selected to complete in a total of 22 prestigious film festivals—as of this writing—in the United States, United Kingdom, Italy, France, Australia, Mexico, and Venezuela, a record-breaking feat for a commercial brand.

“Pitaka,” the first of the three short films, was recently chosen as finalist in the 2018 Wales International Film Festival and received nomination for an award on October 4.



Chris Cahilig, the director and executive producer of the three short films, said that the successive recognitions that the McJim viral videos has been getting abroad is proof that even branded shorts can be at par with the quality of commercially produced films.

“With its advocacy of delivering superior quality to its consumers, McJim is able to prove that it can produce not only world-class leather goods but also world-class films that are able to stand shoulder to shoulder with the international market. This is because the brand has always faithfully adhered to its timeless philosophy of style, quality, and elegance,” says Cahilig.

“McJim remains committed to bring out the best of the Filipino before the world. The numerous recognitions that its short films are getting are proof that the brand has been successful in carrying out this goal,” he notes.

Karl Medina and Art Artienda breathe life into “Pitaka’s” strong and relatable narrative, which extols Filipino family values of sacrifice and perseverance


Apart from the Wales International Film Fest, “Pitaka” was earlier selected to participate in international film festivals in Italy and the US, namely San Mauro Torinese International Film Festival 2018; Cefalu Film Festival in Palermo; Diwa Filipino Film Showcase of Seattle 2018; Culture of Life Film Festival 2018 in Memphis City; 2019 Dramatic Shorts Film Festival in Denver; and Los Angeles CineFest 2019.

“Pitaka” depicts fraternal love and the Filipino elders’ sense of responsibility as exemplified by Kuya, portrayed in the film by Karl Medina, who sets aside his personal dreams to provide for his younger brother, a character played by 1:43’s Art Artienda.

Following in the wake of “Pitaka” is the quirkier and more daring “Sinturon” (The Belt), which tackles marital fidelity and features Mercedes Cabral and Kiko Matos. “Sinturon” made it to three international film fests, namely Nebrody Film Fest and Corti A Sud-Polla In Corto in Italy, and Love Shorts Film Festival 2019 in the US.

“Bag” starring Ross Pesigan and Wayne Avellano earns praises for its honest and straightforward portrayal of gay-straight friendships.



The LGBT-themed “Bag,” the last of the three short films, snagged 12 official selections for McJim in international film festivals for its honest portrayal of a gay-straight friendship. It follows the story of an openly gay young professional Paolo (Ross Pesigan), who, after a series of bad breakups, finds comfort and refuge in his straight best friend Carlo (Wayne Avellano).

“McJim may be a male brand, but it shows its modern and mature view of gender issues through a gay-themed and stereotype-breaking content like ‘Bag.’ What makes McJim’s short films a cut above the rest is how it tackles values and attitudes that build our society as a better and more progressive one,” says Cahilig.

The bold move has definitely paid off as “Bag” is poised to join the following film fests: the First International LGBTQ Coming of Age Short Films Festival, which will be held simultaneously in Paris, France, and San Francisco in September this year; the Los Angeles CineFest 2019; the 2018 LGBTQ Shorts Film Festival; the International Shorts Film Festival (Australia) 2018; Outflix Film Festival 2018 in Memphis; QUEER-Streifen Regensburg 2018 in Germany; Shorts Mexico 2018, the largest international shorts film fest in Latin America; 

Five Continents International Film Festival 2018 in Venezuela; OutReels Cincinnati 2018; London International Motion Pictures Awards 2019, Queerbee LGBT Film Festival 2018 in London; and 2019 Dramatic Shorts Film Festival in Denver.

Behind Pitaka’s visually poetic direction of photography is Cesca Lee, known for the films T.P.O., Purgatoryo, and Otso. “Sinturon” and “Bag,” meanwhile, were shot by the equally talented cinematographer Patrick Ferrer. Archie del Mundo wrote the screenplay and was also line producer for the three short films.

For generations now, McJim Classic Leather has been the leading and trusted brand for classic leather goods and accessories of superior quality and design.

For more information, visit and like the official McJim Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OfficialMcJIM/.

"The Hopeful Romantic" review

The movie The Hopeful Romantic reminds me of Regal Films comedy movies in the 90s, with the likes of  Rene Requiestas, Andrew E and a few.  Just because the lead man Pepe Herrera has a slight resemblance to deceased comedian Rene Requiestas and they have the same style of comedy and timing.

The Hopeful Romantic movie is a story of Jess who at his age is still a virgin and is looking for the love of his life. Then he met Veronica, played by Ritz Azul,  at the Hotel Bar where he is an employee. That was when the riot begins.


In the Hopeful Romantic, Pepe plays Jess, a 33 year old Valet Parking Attendant at The Manila Hotel, an honest man and most of all, a virgin. He promised himself that he will only give himself when he already found his true love.

Veronica, (played by Ritz), is a kept woman in the high society world. A victim of circumstances, but still a survivor.

However, there is one problem; Veronica has no idea that he is not rich. Afraid that revealing himself will make him lose Veronica, Jess starts to pretend the part. He kept on doing this until his resources spill away. The inevitable happens, and Veronica learns the truth about Jess.

But one thing that The Hopeful Romantic has going for it is that its movie trailer already went  viral gathering 9.6 million views on Facebook in less than three weeks since it was launched.



If anything, the virality of the trailer to organic Facebook users indicates a positive reception from netizens. As of today, the trailer has now reached 108,000 shares, 14,000 positive comments on Good Time Fan Page.

Ritz, who gets to be launched in this film as a leading lady, beams with pride about this project.

“Sobrang proud ako sa pelikulang ito kasi lahat pinaghirapan namin: ng direktor, producers, writers, at syempre co-actors ko na pinagpuyatan.

Firstly, Ritz, who is more comfortable with drama, ventures into comedy in The Hopeful Romantic.

Secondly, she had to lose weight to effectively portray her role as a sexy gold digger.
“Ang mahirap lang for me, physically, dapat medyo mukhang sexy don sa screen, so nag-struggle din ako to lose weight, kasi sobrang lumaki ako for a while before gawin yung movie.

“And then nahirapan ako kasi sobrang kabaligtaran ko ang role sa totoong buhay. Naging kumportable ako sa mga katrabaho ko, kaya napa-swimsuit ako.”

Meantime, Pepe, who is a very talented singer-actor, finally gets to be a lead star in this film.

The versatile actor takes pride in saying that he gets to explore comedy genre through a sexy movie.

Pepe admits that he felt pressured that he would finally be a leading man in this project.
Fortunately, Ritz made his job easier for him.

“Ang masasabi ko po ay lalaki din ako at nakakaramdam ng karupukam. Si Ritz ay very desirable 110%.”

“Kasi kinabahan ako nung una dahil sinasabihan ako, ‘Leading man ka na, kailangan tutukan mo yung panunuyo o kung paano tratuhin ang leading ladies.’ Parang siya [Ritz] pa yung gumagawa non para sa kin. Cowboy si Ritz. Hindi siya tipikal na leading lady.

The Hopeful Romantic opens September 12, 2018 and is directed by Topel Lee.

For more updates, follow Regal Entertainment Inc on Facebook, @RegalFilms on Twitter, @RegalFilms50 on IG and Regal Cinema channel on YouTube.

Tap the future with the In-Display Fingerprint Scanner of the Vivo V11

Guests led by the brand’s pool of local endorsers arrive in their metallic and ethereal looks, taking cues from Vivo V11’s colors—Starry Night and Nebula—that highlight the show-stopping vivacity of the cosmos. Vivo goes beyond the usual hues of smartphones as it takes a big step to lead the world to the future.

The Vivo V11 also comes with a fresh look with its 6.41-inch Super AMOLED Halo FullView Display that provides a 19.5:9 aspect ratio with a 91.27% screen-to-body ratio. It also has an ultra-thin 1.76mm side bezels, paired with the 3D curved body design blends the edges of the phone into the display.




Tap the future with the In-Display Fingerprint Scanner of the Vivo V11.

But the Vivo V11 is not only perfection on the outside. It is also packed with features that prove its worth. The Vivo V11 is the first V series smartphone with the In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology.

To further enjoy the Vivo V11, users will have a 6GB RAM + 64GB ROM that ensure ultra-smooth performance. The smartphone is powered by the Snapdragon 660AIE processor to support its incredible AI capabilities.


The Vivo V11 has an AI-powered 12MP + 5MP dual rear camera.

The Vivo V11 already has an impressive 12MP + 5MP dual rear camera and a 25MP front camera. But these hardware specs are further enhanced with the Vivo V11’s AI photography. Vivo’s newest flagship smartphone has AI Backlight HDR and AI Low Light Mode using AI algorithms to capture multiple frames for greater detail in any kinds of lighting scenarios. It also has AI Scene Recognition that identifies different objects, elements and scenes, and applies specially customized enhancements to ensure photos stand out.

The new flagship smartphone introduces all-new AI Face Shaping technology, with an AI face-modelling algorithm that adds individual treatments to facial features for creating beautiful yet natural selfies. Even more, the Vivo V11 also has AI Portrait Framing that guides users on how to take the perfectly framed portrait shots.

The V11 also enhances every user’s mobile experience with Vivo’s AI assistant Jovi. This feature enables Jovi Smart Scene that can check the weather and provide real-time information, Google Lens that can allow users to search for what they see, and Google Assistant for map navigation, online shopping, and more. Vivo’s Jovi AI Engine also help allocate CPU and memory resources efficiently to handle multiple complex operations, working together with the latest Funtouch OS 4.5 (based on Android 8.1).

The Vivo V11 with In-display Fingerprint Scanning Technology in Starry Night and Nebula as well as the Vivo V11i will be available in the Philippines for pre-order on September 11, 2018 for Php19,999 and Php15,999 respectively. The Vivo V11 and the Vivo V11i will be available at all participating Vivo concept stores and multi-brand stores as well as Lazada, Shopee, Argomall, and Akulaku online shops. #
 



For inquiries about Vivo, visit the Vivo website at vivoglobal.ph or check out their Facebook
(https://www.facebook.com/vivophil), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vivo_philippines/),
and Twitter (https://twitter.com/vivo_phil) accounts.