Christian Bables bags the Bright Star Award in 2019 Asian Pop-Up Cinema

I remember my interview with Christian last year. He was teary eyed because his lolo had just passed away, and Christian was feeling guilty that he wasn’t beside him during his last hours. He was in mourning then and you could feel the sadness.  Fast forward to today, I saw a different Christian. He was beaming, proud and happy holding a trophy to his name. 

One of the brilliant young actors of his generation, Christian Bables breathes life into every character he portrays. Christian enjoys being an actor because he can express himself, touch other people’s lives, and execute his passion.



Christian always takes his work seriously and values the importance of training and preparation. He remains focus on his craft as an actor that is why blessings continuously keep pouring in for him. He says, “Like what my mentors tell me, acting is a lifestyle of learning. Kahit na sino, kahit hindi actor, ay dapat hindi tumigil sa pag-aaral. Dapat laging bukas na matuto.”

He has proven to all and sundry that he is an award-winning actor to be reckoned with. “Acting is a venue to express myself. I enjoy giving empowerment to every character I portray because through that ako mismo ay nae-empower.” 

Christian is in high spirits these days. Fresh from the box-office success of Panti Sisters, Christian is deeply overwhelmed with the outcome of the movie which revolves around the story of three gay siblings whose rich father wants to bequeath his inheritance to a son who can give him a grandchild. 

“Nakakatuwa na tinanggap ng Filipino audience and maybe the foreign audience ang pelikula namin. Thank you very much but more than anything else, I am ecstatic because we were able to relay the message of the movie. Likewise, we become proud allies of the LGBT community. Personally, this is my way of giving back because ang laki ng utang na loob ko sa LGBT community. If not for my role as Barbs in Die Beautiful, I wouldn’t be here. Hindi mabubukas ang pintuan ng mga pangarap ko. Ang mapapangako ko ay hindi ako magsasawa at mapapagod na gumawa ng mga makabuluhang istorya para sa LGBT community.”

He just came back from Chicago to personally accept his Bright Star Award in the prestigious 2019 Asian Pop-Up Cinema for his sterling performance in Signal Rock. In the film, Christian plays Intoy, a poor high school dropout who resides in a far-flung fishing island with his family and courageously climbs steep rock formations just to get a cellphone signal. (He won the Best Actor Award at the Hanoi International Film Festival (HANIFF) in Vietnam last year.) 

Christian shares his experience attending the event. “They were all nice. The founder is Ms. Sophia Boccio. She was very accommodating. I received a warm welcome from the people in Chicago most especially the Filipino community. Grabe iyong suporta nila sa Signal Rock, sa akin, at sa pagpunta ko. I enjoyed my stay there. It was a heartwarming experience. It is one of my most memorable film festivals.”

   

He recently won the Best Actor Award at the Urduja Film Festival for his role in Signal Rock which also received the Movie of the Year (Drama) Award. Urduja Film Festival is a yearly competition which promotes student short, feature, and independent films in Northern Luzon.

Despite his achievements, Christian remains humble. How does he handle fame? “For me, being known is just part of the job. Iyong real job for me, ang totoong batayan sa akin ay kung gaano ka kadiligent at kung gaano ka kagutom as an actor. You’re just as good as your last work. So ang pagiging masipag (iyong kaya mong i-assess kung tama ba o hindi ang ginagawa mo) ay ang totoong batayan for me at hindi ang fame.”



Christian is grateful for all the good projects coming his way. Aside from upcoming movies, he is part of a new teleserye in ABS-CBN. “I am thankful to ABS-CBN for giving me such a good and challenging role. Please watch out for my new television series soon.”



For inquiries, please call (02) 88554765 or (02) 34054423, email info@asianartistsagency.com, and visit fb.com/asianartistsagency   

The very best of DC Comics’ most fearless femmes are coming together in one epic event on Warner TV this October

First in the lineup is the exclusive Asian premiere of Batwoman, Warner Bros.’ brand-new superhero series, on Monday, October 21, in a triple-bill extravaganza starting from 7:20pm. The third and remaining episodes will be aired the same day as the US at 9pm.

Armed with a passion for social justice and a flair for speaking her mind, Kate Kane – played by Ruby Rose – soars through the shadowed streets of Gotham as Batwoman. But don't call her a hero yet. In a city desperate for a savior, she must first overcome her own demons before embracing the call to be Gotham’s symbol of hope.

The ultimate female warrior, Wonder Woman, is also making her debut on Warner TV on Sunday, October 20 at 9pm. Gal Gadot (Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice) returns as the title character in the epic action-adventure based on the DC Super Hero.

And as a part of a “Fearless Femmes” tribute, Warner TV will air crossover episodes from the Arrowverse from 3pm onwards on October 20. These include the Elsewords specials, which introduce the characters Batwoman and Lois Lane, and also features characters such as Killer Frost, Supergirl, Black Canary and White Canary.

Blink and you’ll miss it! Stay tuned for more of Warner TV’s ‘Fearless Femmes’ on Cignal XX, SkyCable XX, CableBoss XX. And if you’re in Manila, hang out with your own heroes at the third Warner TV Pop Expo on November 17 at Eastwood (Open Park & Central Plaza). It’s the most awesomely geeky (and free) fanfest in the Philippines! Keep an eye on Facebook.com/WTVPopExpo for more details coming soon.


Armed with a passion for social justice and a flair for speaking her mind, Kate Kane soars onto the streets of Gotham as Batwoman, primed to snuff out the failing city's criminal resurgence. Based on the characters from DC, BATWOMAN stars Ruby Rose (Orange Is the New Black), Rachel Skarsten (Reign, Birds of Prey, Imposters), Meagan Tandy (Survivor's Remorse, Teen Wolf), Nicole Kang (You, The Code, Swallow), Camrus Johnson (The Sun Is Also a Star, Luke Cage), Elizabeth Anweis (9-1-1, The Affair) and Dougray Scott (Mission: Impossible). 

Kate Kane (Rose) never planned to be Gotham's new vigilante. Three years after Batman mysteriously disappeared, Gotham is a city in despair. Without the Caped Crusader, the Gotham City Police Department was overrun and outgunned by criminal gangs. Enter Jacob Kane (Scott) and his military-grade Crows Private Security, which now protects the city with omnipresent firepower and militia. Years before, Jacob's first wife and daughter were killed in the crossfire of Gotham crime. He sent his only surviving daughter, Kate Kane, away from Gotham for her safety. After a dishonorable discharge from military school and years of brutal survival training, Kate returns home when the Alice in Wonderland gang targets her father and his security firm, by kidnapping his best Crow officer Sophie Moore (Tandy).

Although remarried to wealthy socialite Catherine Hamilton-Kane (Anweis), who bankrolls the Crows, Jacob is still struggling with the family he lost, while keeping Kate –– the daughter he still has –– at a distance. But Kate is a woman who's done asking for permission. In order to help her family and her city, she'll have to become the one thing her father loathes –– a dark knight vigilante.

With the help of her compassionate stepsister, Mary (Kang), and the crafty Luke Fox (Johnson), the son of Wayne Enterprises' tech guru Lucius Fox, Kate Kane continues the legacy of her missing cousin, Bruce Wayne, as Batwoman. Still holding a flame for her ex-girlfriend, Sophie, Kate uses everything in her power to combat the dark machinations of the psychotic Alice (Skarsten), who's always somewhere slipping between sane and insane. Armed with a passion for social justice and a flair for speaking her mind, Kate soars through the shadowed streets of Gotham as Batwoman. But don't call her a hero yet. In a city desperate for a savior, she must first overcome her own demons before embracing the call to be Gotham's symbol of hope.


STARRING
Ruby Rose - Kate Kane / Batwoman
Rachel Skarsten - Alice
Meagan Tandy - Sophie Moore
Nicole Kang - Mary Hamilton
Camrus Johnson - Luke Fox
Elizabeth Anweis - Catherine Hamilton-Kane
Dougray Scott - Jacob Kane

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS
Greg Berlanti, Caroline Dries, Geoff Johns, Sarah Schechter

More about WONDER WOMAN (2017)
Gal Gadot (Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice) returns as the title character in the epic action adventure based on the DC Super Hero. Before she was Wonder Woman, she was Diana, princess of the Amazons, trained to be an unconquerable warrior. Raised on the sheltered island paradise of Themyscira, Diana leaves her home when an American pilot (Chris Pine – Star Trek films) crashes on their shores and tells of a massive conflict raging in the outside world. Convinced she can stop the threat and fighting alongside man in a war to end all wars, Diana will discover her full powers…and her true destiny.

Catch the Sine Sindak 2 Horror Film Festival from October 23 to 29 in all SM Cinema branches nationwide

SM Cinema’s very own Sine Sindak Horror Film Festival is back for its second run with fivecurated movie titles courtesy of Crystalsky Multimedia Inc.– Dead Sight, Evil’s Curse, Door Lock, The Only Mom and Look Away – starting
October 23 until October 29 at all SM Cinema branches.

Movie Lineup

In Deadsight, a partially blind man and a pregnant officer work together to escape their town through swarms of the living dead.


A holiday romance gone wrong, Evil’s Curse is the story of a young backpacker falls in love with a girl who is possessed by demons.

Doorlock is a creepy story about a woman’s escape and struggle from a stalker.

In The Only Mom, a family moves into a haunted colonial-house and finds their lives turning upside down.

An alienated and awkward high school girl finds her sinister alter-ego in the mirror in Look Away.

Horror House
To level up the Halloween experience, SM Cinema is also giving moviegoers the Sine Sindak Horror House in partnership with Asylum Manila at SM Megamall from October 19 to November 3.

Moviegoers can avail of Sine Sindak 2’s unlimited all-day pass for only Php 199 or watch a single movie for Php 120. SM Cinema’s Snack Time is also offering promos exclusive to Sine Sindak 2. Moviegoers who will avail of Sine Sindak 2 movies are entitled to Php199 Popcorn Bucket and Large drink combo.

A special promo is also offered via the GrabPay App. Single-movie tickets can be availed through GrabPay for only P99.

Catch the Sine Sindak 2 Horror Film Festival from October 23 to 29 in all SM Cinema branches nationwide.

Book your tickets through the website, www.smcinema.com or download the SM Cinema mobile app. 

You may also follow /SMCinema on Facebook and @SM_Cinema on Instagram for updates! Satisfy your cavings at Snack Time, the official food concessionaire of SM Cinema, which offers a wide array of snack like popcorn, hotdogs and burgers to complement your movie watching experience. Follow /SnackTimeOfficial on Facebook for more information.

Vice Ganda is the new face of Cherry Prepaid

Cherry Prepaid has officially launched the phenomenal comedian and actor (or actress?), Vice Ganda, as its newest ambassador and their latest “Ganda Promos”. Set to level-up the mobile data experience of its users, Cherry Prepaid, a data-centric prepaid sim, has further enhanced its offerings from the very affordable rates of CMSurf to its newest and leveled-up version, the ‘Ganda Promos”. 

Powered by one of the telecommunication network giants in the Philippines, Globe Telecom, Cherry Prepaid was launched last 2015, becoming a sulit telco provider with affordable data, call and text promos. 

“Since Cherry Prepaid’s inception in 2015, we have activated more than 5 million subscribers nationwide. Our goal for Cherry Prepaid is to provide Filipinos with a diversified prepaid mobile service from data, call and text packages at affordable prices allowing them to be connected every day of the year. Our CMSURF packages offer the most affordable rates for data connectivity given its long validity. Now, with the new “Ganda Promos”, we are able to further enhance the data experience of Cherry Prepaid subscribers by providing even more data allocation with the same long validity Cherry Prepaid promos are known for. We are extremely excited to have Vice Ganda as Cherry Prepaid’s newest ambassador as we feel Vice best embodies the value that the ”Ganda Promos” represent, which is SULIT!”, shares Jacy Chua, Chief Finance Officer of Cherry Mobile Communications Incorporated’s (CMCI). 

Ganda Promos
Knowing the Filipinos to be heavy internets users, the Ganda Promos are said to be the upgraded versions of their top data promos. It is comprised of three (3) packages:  Ganda15, Ganda30 and Ganda60. 

Stay updated with the latest happenings on Facebook with Ganda15 which has 250MB for 3days for only Php15. 

They can also browse through the internet and answer emails and messages on the go with Ganda30 that comes with 550MB consumable in 7 days for just Php30. 

Lastly, they can watch the latest trending video on YouTube, stream their favorite songs on Spotify, or play day and night on Mobile Legends when they register to Ganda60 which has 1.3GB worth of data valid for 15 days for only Php60. 

These promos are indeed sulit especially for those who heavily rely on their mobile data connectivity on a daily basis. Cherry Prepaid users can now enjoy bigger data and longer validity at an affordable price.  

Vice Ganda quote ‘’I am happy to be part of Cherry Prepaid family. The three (3) Ganda Promos were specifically created for the Filipinos so they can enjoy surfing the internet longer at very affordable prices, SULIT! to be exact’’, says Vice Ganda.

Together with Vice Ganda and the Ganda Promos, Cherry Prepaid is set to make internet surfing more exciting through these affordable packages.

For more details on Cherry Prepaid’s Ganda Promos, and other updates from the brand, visit:

Website: www.cherry.com.ph
Facebook: facebook.com/cherryprepaid
Instagram: @cherryprepaid

Live your best life with Maxicare Maxifest biggest health and fitness event

Just as I am trying to get fit again, Maxicare will hold its biggest health and fitness event this coming December.  They will try to break the Guinness Book of Record for the most number of people hugging a soft toy simultaneously while running. 

Fitness is, without a doubt, the biggest trend in 2019 as it has the ability to shape better habits of living life to the fullest. With different exercise routines and innovative workouts that deliver sweat-inducing sessions, living your best life has never been more exciting.

For those who are always on the search for new and interesting ways to improve one’s fitness level, Maxicare Healthcare Corporation has got you covered as the country’s leading HMO provider that encourages people to live their best lives hosts MAXIFEST: Live Your Best Life at 5 E-Com, Harbor Drive, Pasay this coming December 15. The run is in partnership with one of the premiere race organizers in the country, RUNRIO.

“What makes this year’s MAXIFEST: Live Your Best Life different is that, aside from the series of running events which we have been doing for 2 years now, there will also be a Veggie Fest that will feature a festival of plant-based food products to promote healthy eating habits that one can incorporate into their life. We are also eyeing to become part of the Guinness World Record in our attempt to attract public attention on the importance of health and fitness. We hope that MAXIFEST will convince more and more people to make physical activity, as well as eating right, part of their daily routine to improve their quality of life,” said Maxicare chief marketing officer Archie V. Rillo.

Coming from the success of last year’s run, the event will once again include a 500-meter dash for three to 12-year-old kids, the 2k Senior Sprint for 60-year-olds and above, the basic 3k, the amiable distance of 5k, and the athletic 10k and 16k. The run is open to all as Maxicare encourages you to stay healthy so you can live your best life.

All runners will be given a race kit depending on their chosen course. It will include a race bib, timing chip, medal, singlet, and loot bag; an additional finisher shirt will be given to 16k runners. 

Assembly time is as follows: 500-meter dash is at 6:30 am; 2k at 6:15 am; 3k at 6am; 5k at 5:30 am; 10k is at 5 am; and 16k is at 4:50 am. Fees are also determined by distance: Php 550 for the 500-meter dash; Php 650 for 2k Senior Sprint; Php 800 for 3k; Php 900 for 5k; Php 1,000 for 10k; and Php 1,100 for 16k.

To generate more buzz and awareness on the importance of health and fitness, Maxicare will attempt to break a Guinness World Record for the most number of people hugging a soft toy simultaneously as the event aims to gather over 4,000 runners and event guests. 

For this event, each runner will be given a Maxibear, Maxicare’s official stuffed plushie, which runners will hug simultaneously to break the current world record. Cherry Run Elementary School (USA) in Burke, Virginia, USA is the current record holder.

At the end of the event, runners have the option to keep the Maxibear as a souvenir, or to donate it to kids of Kythe Foundation, Inc., the beneficiary of the event, as an early Christmas gift. 

Kythe Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit, non-stock organization aimed towards improving the quality of life among hospitalized children with cancer and other chronic illness.

For registration please visit  Run Rio Registration

Janine Gutierrez wins Best Actress for Babae At Baril

It was all a matter of time, and for Kapuso star Janine Gutierrez, it came during the QCinema International Film Festival

Janine, who is part of showbiz royalty (she is the grand daughter of the Superstar Nora  Aunor, and her parents are Lotlot DeLeon and Ramon Christopher), won her first Best Actress trophy for the movie Babae At Baril.

Janine plays a saleslady whose life changes after she discovers a gun at her doorstep and finds courage to fight back. The film also stars  Felix Roco and JC Santos, and  directed by Rae Red who also won the Best Director award. 

Babae at Baril also won the Gender Sensitivity award.

In an interview with PEP.ph, Janine said, "Sobrang happy, sobrang thankful po ako sa mga taong naniwala, nagtiwala, at nagbigay ng parangal na ito, as in super thank you po!"

She then expressed her gratitude to the team and dedicated her win to all empowered women in the country.

“Para sa lahat ng babaeng lumaban at patuloy na lumalaban, thank you po,” she said.

Janine admits she wasnt expecting to win and was just there to show her support to her  director and crew. 

"Hindi po talaga. I really went here to support my director and the whole crew, the whole cast, so this is such a huge bonus for me, as in, super," she said.

Babae at Baril is produced by CIGNAL ENTERTAINMENT, the new original content division of CIGNAL, in partnership EPIC MEDIA. The movie was one of the big winners during the awards night. 

Synopsis:

Janine (Girl) is a saleslady in a local department store. Her everyday life is composed of an exhausting commute home; the Manager who always seems to have something to say about her physical state; her co-worker, Ted who is obviously interested in her but can't take a hint; from the catcallers near where she lives. When she finally gets home, there's no one there but her Roommate who couldn't care less about her. 

All that is about to change when she finds a peculiar looking gun right on her doorstep. Suddenly, she can do anything she wants, talk back to whoever she wants, and even hurt anyone she wants. 

The film stars Janine Gutierrez, Felix Roco , Elijah Canlas , JC Santos, and Sky Teotico with special participation of Ruby Ruiz, Allan Paule, and Archie Adamos and will be shown in selected cinemas from October 15 to 22, 2019.

Babae at Baril is director Rae Red’s sophomore feature and first solo directorial effort. The movie tackles how it is like to be a woman in a world of violence and masculinity. 

Babae at Baril is one of the three recipients of production grants amounting to P1.5 million each from QCinema. The movie will be competing along with Glenn Barit’s The Cleaners and Arnel Barbarona’s Kaaway sa Sulod, against entries from Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Laos, and China.

QCinema 2019 runs from October 13 to 22 at Gateway Mall, Ayala Trinoma, Robinsons Galleria, UPFI Cine Adarna, Cinema ’76 Anonas, and Cinema Centenario in Quezon City.

Seiko relaunched Seiko 5 Sports Collection with new celebrity ambassadors

 

Seiko recently launched the Seiko 5 Sports Collection together with its new celebrity ambassadors led by Khalil Ramos, Rodjun Cruz, Ben&Ben, Chu Calleja and Diane Meneses last October 16 at SMX Convention Center, SM Aura Premier, Taguig. 

Seiko 5’s distinctive appearance and strength is attributed to the company’s commitment to quality and its promise to deliver its five key attributes; an automatic movement, a day-date display at the three o’clock position, water resistance, a recessed crown at the four o’clock position and a case and bracelet built for durability.

“In addition to the fundamental values of Seiko 5, Seiko 5 Sports offered enhanced water resistance, a strengthened crystal and luminous hands and hour markers. Throughout the next decades, Seiko 5 Sports found great international favor as a ‘’go-anywhere’’ watch that offered a unique look and extraordinary value,” said Yasuki Fujita, Senior Manager for Management Planning Department (Asia II) of Seiko Watch Corporation. 

Seiko 5 Ambassadors were revealed during the exclusive launch  Rodjun Cruz, Diane Medina, Khalil Ramos, Chu Calleja and Ben&Ben representing the 5 Seiko personas: Street, Sense, Suits, Sports, and Specialist, respectively.

Visitors enjoyed a 20% discount for all SeikoSeiko 5 Ambassadors were revealed during the exclusive launch  Rodjun Cruz, Diane Medina, Khalil Ramos, Chu Calleja and Ben&Ben 5 Sports watches and 15% off on other Seiko watches through the Seiko Ambassadors promo codes which are still valid until October 19, 2019.

DJ Javi Vargas and DJ Tobi Panlilio pumped up the venue as guests engaged in five different booth activities giving a unique Seiko 5 Sports experience.

Ben&Ben proved that they are truly a “Specialist” in the field of Music as the band delivered a soulful performance of their popular hits, including their latest single, Pagtingin.

DJ Crwn brought party in the house as the audience danced to the vivifying beat.

For more information on the Seiko 5 Sports watches, visit https://www.seiko5sports.com/en/. To know more about the campaign, follow Seiko Philippines on Facebook and Instagram (@seikophilippines).

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Samsung partners with Grab for an immersing ride of your life

Filipinos spend a lot of time stuck in traffic. With not much left to do but sit and wait—especially during rush hour—commuters are forced to find inventive ways to stay entertained or be productive.

Have no fear, Samsung is coming to the rescue. Wanting to make every ride not just bearable, but an enjoyable time for all, Samsung has recently partnered with ride-hailing app Grab.

Through this collaboration, commuters can immerse themselves into a whole new entertainment experience with a Galaxy tablet in select Grab vehicles until end of October where Samsung’s recently launched tablets–namely, the Galaxy Tab S6 and Galaxy Tab A 8.0– are showcased. 

This happy addition allows riders not only to watch top-rated Netflix shows, but also inspire them to reimagine ideas through a first-hand experience of the Galaxy Tab A 8.0 even while on the road.

The Galaxy Tab A 8.0 comes in a portable design with a thin and light aluminum body. Riders can enjoy an engaging experience with the tablet’s 8-inch WXGA Clear Display and dual speakers, which are optimized for content consumption. 

Riders can also choose from thousands of titles available on Netflix, following Samsung’s partnership with the global online streaming platform. Everything from popular shows like Black Mirror, Stranger Things, Street Food Asia, Love Alarm, The Politician, Insatiable, and Dark Crystal to full-length movies like Always Be My Maybe are available for viewing. Those traveling with children can rest easy as the device also comes with a Kids Mode so young passengers can watch age-appropriate videos and play fun games.

Heavy traffic might be a reality of life, but it need not be a bore. With Samsung Galaxy tablets, passengers can enjoy an immersive experience even as they make a long trip home. 

Be inspired and experience next-level productivity and entertainment with this year’s line-up of Samsung Galaxy tablets including the Galaxy Tab S6, Galaxy Tab S5e, Galaxy Tab A 10.1, Galaxy Tab A with S Pen, and Galaxy Tab A 8.0, all available in Samsung-authorized stores, nationwide. 

To know more about the Samsung Galaxy Tabs, visit samsung.com/ph.

CreePIYU IV: Can you BE BRAVE?

In celebration of the upcoming Halloween season, Far Eastern University (FEU) Manila will open its doors to the public as it transforms into a campus of tricks and treats with the fourth installment of the annual CreePIYU this October 23. 

Organized by FEU Guides through the President's Committee on Culture (PCC), the event promotes the school’s artistic environment — from the state-of-the-art historical buildings to the university’s encouraging creative culture.

CreePIYU is a sought-after community event that has evolved through the years. It has taken the form of a horror school and a mystery crime scene, with various PCC cultural groups making the themes come to life. This year, the event bewilders the mind as it follows the setting of a haunted hospital that straddles the border between sanity and insanity.

The most-anticipated activity of CreePIYU is the night tour in one of FEU’s UNESCO-awarded buildings where participants will be challenged to solve various puzzles and problems. To give a more holistic experience, the school grounds will be swarmed by members of the FEU PCC's Cultural Groups dressed as zombies and ghosts. However, for those faint of heart, a mini carnival with Halloween-themed booths and games will be mounted in the FEU Plaza to enjoy.

For inquiries, please contact PCC at (02) 8849 4145 or through the FB pages @FEUPCC and @FEUGuidesPCC.