Teen Stars in PEP’s list of Most Promising Stars this 2012

Who among the young stars of today will shine the brightest this 2012? Well according to the Philippine Entertainment Portal (PEP), there are 12 celebrities that will make a mark in their showbiz career this year.

Apparently, they came up with the list based on their 2011 achievements and their upcoming projects this 2012. It’s a surprise that Kathryn Bernardo is not on the list.

Here are PEP’s 12 best bets for stardom in 2012.

1. Julia Montes (ABS-CBN)
2. Daniel Padilla (ABS-CBN)
3. Angeline Quinto (ABS-CBN)
4. Xian Lim (ABS-CBN)
5. Alden Richards (GMA-7)
6. Ritz Azul (TV-5)
7. Derrick Monasterio (GMA-7)
8. Sarah Lahbati (GMA-7)
9. Yassi Pressman (GMA-7)
10. Kristoffer Martin (GMA-7)
11. Enrique Gil (ABS-CBN)
12. Eula Caballero (TV-5)

Kathryn Bernardo in a Maalaala mo Kaya (MMK) Episode

Kathryn Bernardo and Philip Salvador will appear in the first episode of Maalaala mo Kaya (MMK) for 2012. The story will show the strong bond between Ete (Philip) and Dang (Kathryn), especially when Ete became mentally ill. During their family’s difficult times, it was Dang who stood strong for her father even if her mother was giving-up already.

Also starring in the episode are Snooky Serna, Janus del Prado, Alexa Ilacad, Ogie Escanilla, and Kristoff Meneses. It was researched by Mae Rose Balanay, written by Ruel Montañez, and directed by Dado Lumibao.

Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 2011 Official Entries

Is your favorite teen star a part of any of the movie of this 2011 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF)? The 37'th Metro Manila Film Festival or the MMFF 2011 will run from December 25, 2011 to January 7, 2012.

The eight (8) official entries for MMFF 2011 are listed in alphabetical order below:

"Enteng ng Ina Mo" - Star Cinema/M-Zet Films/APT Entertainment

Cast: Vic Sotto and Ai-Ai delas Alas

Director: Tony Y. Reyes

"Hototay" - Regal Entertainment

Cast: John Lapus, Ruffa Gutierrez, Andi Eigenmann, Lovi Poe, and Melai Cantiveros

Director: Joel Lamangan

"My Househusband" - OctoArts Films

Cast: Judy Ann Santos, Ryan Agoncillo and Eugene Domingo

Directors: Jose Javier Reyes

"Panday 2" - GMA Films/Imus Productions

Cast: Ramon 'Bong' Revilla Jr, Phillip Salvador, Marian Rivera and Iza Calzado

Director: Mac Alejandre

"Segunda Mano" - MJM Productions

Cast: Kris Aquino, Dingdong Dantes and Angelica Panganiban

"Shake Rattle & Roll 13" - Regal Entertainment

Cast: Eugene Domingo, Kathryn Bernardo, Albie Casiño, Maricar Reyes, Paulo Avelino;

Directors: Chris Martinez ("Lunod" episode), Richard Somes ("Tamawo" episode), Jerrold Tarog ("Parola" episode)

"Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow" - Regal Entertainment

Cast: Dennis Trillo, Heart Evangelista, Carla Abellana and Ritz Azul

ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2011 Da Best ang Pasko ng Pilipino

Watch the full and official music video of ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID. It features the Filipina-Canadian Youtube sensation, Maria Aragon, UP Concert Chorus, 100 ABS-CBN stars,  ABS-CBN reporters, anchors and other personalities.

It was first shown today, Nov 10, 2011 after TV patrol. If you are a certified Kapamilya and missed it on TV, here is the clip of the music video

ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2011: Da Best ang Pasko ng Pilipino.

Who Wants to Watch “The Road” a GMA Movie?

GMA Films has a post-Halloween offering this 2011 with the movie, “The Road.” This horror/suspense movie stars Carmina Villarroel, Mavin Agustin, Rhian Ramos, TJ Trinidad, Barbie Forteza, Alden Richards, Ynna Asistio, Louise Delos Reyes, Derek Monasterio, and Wendell Ramos. Directed by Yam Laranas, it is showing in all theaters nationwide starting November 30.  

Movie synopsis:
A twelve year old cold case is reopened when three teens are missing in an abandoned road. In the course of the investigation, deeper and gruesome stories of abduction and murders are discovered. After more than two decades, the secrets of the haunted road may finally be revealed.

Watch the official trailer of The Road here:

GMA Films' The Road Movie Tour at SM City Bacoor on November 13, 5PM!

Before the showing date, you may want to catch the mall tour of the cast of “The Road in SM Bacoor on November 13, 2011 at 5pm.