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Alden Richards, Kathryn Bernardo kick off 'Hello, Love, Again' nationwide tour in Nuvali

Oct 6, 2024
Alden Richards and Kathryn Bernardo

Alden Richards and Kathryn Bernardo officially kicked off their nationwide tour ahead of the premiere night of their movie, 'Hello, Love, Again.'   On Saturday, October 5, Alden and Kathryn went to Ayala Malls Solenad in Nuvali for the official poster launch of their movie.   The 'Hello, Love, Again' poster showed Ethan and Joy happily walking in the streets of Canada, although there is a gap between them.     "Medyo similar siya 'no? Dito sa first poster ng 'Hello, Love, Goodbye,' but this time, siyempre iba. Marami silang aabangan, bakit nga ba 'Joy is gone?'" Kathryn said after the unveiling of the poster.   Alden added, "Alam ko po marami sa inyo nagtanong after nung teaser, 'Ano'ng nangyari? What happened to Joy and Ethan? Ano'ng nangyari sa kanilang relationship? Ano'ng nangyari sa kanila individually?'"   Take a look at these photos taken at the 'Hello, Love, Again' mall show kickoff. Read more

Cesar Montano graces gala screening of remastered 'Jose Rizal' film

Aug 8, 2024
Cesar Montano

The digitally restored and remastered version of Jose Rizal had its gala screening at the historic Manila Metropolitan Theatre as part of the 20th Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival. The screening was attended by Cesar Montano, who portrayed the titular hero in the movie. Other celebrities present were Gloria Diaz, Pen Medina, and Dennis Marasigan who now serves as the artistic director of the Cultural Center of the Philippines. After the film showing, Cesar could not help but shed tears as he watched the movie he made in 1998. "This movie was released about 26 years ago, 'di ko akalain na mapapa-iyak pa rin ako, e. Sobra, sobrang ganda. Maganda 'yung pagkakagawa, napaka-genius talaga ng pagkaka-direct nitong movie," he said. "Sayang, ako natutuwa ako because of this newly-restored movie, nalulungkot din ako dahil sana nandidito si Direk Marilou na na-witness niya 'tong restoration na 'to." The family of the late movie director, Marilou Diaz-Abaya, was also in attendance. Before the start of the screening, Marc spoke in front of the jam-packed crowd. He said, "Sa ngalan ni Marilou Diaz-Abaya, nagpapasalamat po kaming pamilya niya na ni-restore po ng GMA Films ang isa sa masterpieces ni Direk Marilou." "A good story is a good story. Period. A good story can become a great story depending on how you tell the story. Sa case na ito, nasa larangan ng pelikula driven by the passion, the devotion, the hardwork of the filmmakers, the actors, everybody that is part of the filmmaking process. "I'm very curious to see what GMA Films has done but I know and I'm grateful to GMA Films for making one of my mother's greatest films accessible to this generation and to future generations." National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts Ricky Lee, who was one of the writers of the film alongside Jun Robles Lana and Peter Ong Lim, said that he was having mixed emotions at the screening. "Masaya akong malungkot ngayong hapon na ito. Masaya dahil na-restore itong 'Jose Rizal' at mas marami nang makakapanood, nalulungkot ako dahil wala si Marilou," Sir Ricky said. Take a look back at what happened during the gala screening of the digitally restored and remastered version of 'Jose Rizal,' produced by GMA Pictures. Read more

Xian Lim, Sanya Lopez, Coleen Garcia, and Faye Lorenzo talk about their movie, 'Playtime'

Jun 4, 2024
Playtime press conference

The lead cast of GMA Pictures and Viva Films' upcoming movie 'Playtime' faced members of the media during the film's press conference held at Fin & Claw Grill in Quezon City on Saturday, June 1.   Sanya Lopez, Coleen Garcia, Faye Lorenzo, and Xian Lim shared their experience working with each other on 'Playtime,' directed by esteemed director Mark Reyes.   Faye, who worked with Coleen and Xian for the first time, recalled a funny story she had with Sanya at the movie's story conference.   She recalled, "Nakikipag-change seat ako [kay Sanya]. Kasi nung storycon namin, nandito ako, si Sanya, and then si Xian. Last dumating si Coleen, so nung dadating na siya, tatabi siya sa akin. Malayo pa lang, pagkakita ko sa kaniya, sabi ko talaga kay Sanya, 'Sanya, palit tayo ng upuan, baka English 'to, e.' Tapos noong tumabi siya sa akin, nagtagalog siya, sabi ko kay Sanya, 'Nag-Tagalog siya"   Take a look at what happened during the show's press conference in this gallery. Read more

'Firefly' advance screening witnessed by GMA personalities and celebrities

Dec 13, 2023
Firefly advance screening

Emotions were high as GMA personalities came together to witness the advance screening of 'Firefly,' GMA Network's official entry to the 49th Metro Manila Film Festival. Firefly stars Alessandra De Rossi, Euwenn Mikaell, Miguel Tanfelix, Ysabel Ortega, Cherry Pie Picache, Epy Quizon, Yayo Aguila, and Max Collins showcased their elegant outfits on the blue carpet at the event held at SM North Edsa, Quezon City. GMA Public Affairs personalities Jessica Soho, Kara David, and Atom Araullo also graced the advance screening of Firefly. After watching the movie first-hand, Jessica couldn't help but sing praises while Kara admitted she felt emotional because of the heartfelt story. Jessica said, "Naiyak ako. Ang simple nung istorya pero napakapowerful. It just tells you na a story can be so powerful. Pinakita rin ng pelikula sa akin the power of a dream, aside from the power of a good story and good storytelling, ang lesson din is the power of a dream."   "Dapat never let go of your dreams, at tsaka, hindi dapat manatili sa dilim ang mga bagay bagay. There is light at the end of the everything." Kara commended, "Beautiful, beautiful film. Seven times akong naiyak." Firefly will be shown in cinemas nationwide starting December 25 as an official entry to the annual Metro Manila Film Festival. Read more

Alessandra De Rossi, Euwenn Mikaell, Miguel Tanfelix, and Ysabel Ortega come together for 'Firefly' trailer release

Nov 30, 2023
Firefly cast

Firefly, GMA Network's official entry to the 2023 Metro Manila Film Festival, released its full trailer at a special screening held at SM North Edsa Director's Club on November 29. Alessandra De Rossi, Euwenn Mikaell, Miguel Tanfelix, and Ysabel Ortega came together to support the release of the two-and-a-half-minute preview of the film with their director Zig Dulay. Alessandra, who stars in the movie as Elay, described the trailer of the film as "magical." She said, "Alam ko kung bata ako at this moment, magsasabi ako ng, 'Mama, manood tayo niyan!' It's been so long na nakakita tayo ulit ng ganitong pelikula na pambata at bata mismo 'yung bida." Euwenn, who portrays Elay's son Tonton who searches for the mythical island of fireflies, almost got emotional after watching the trailer. He said, "Naiisip ko po kung gaano kaganda 'yung full movie po. 'Pag napanood ko po nang buo, baka mapaiyak ko rin po 'yung sarili ko." GMA Pictures Senior Vice President and GMA Public Affairs First Vice President Nessa Valdellon and Firefly creator and writer, GMA Public Affairs Assistant Vice President Anj Atienza, also attended the event. 'Firefly' is part of this year's Metro Manila Film Festival, and will be shown in cinemas starting December 25. Read more

Yassi Pressman describes Ruru Madrid as gentleman partner in 'Video City'

Sep 5, 2023
Yassi Pressman and Ruru Madrid

Kapuso Action-Drama Prince Ruru Madrid received a compliment from Yassi Pressman, his co-star in Viva Films and GMA Pictures newest offering titled 'Video City.' During the show's press conference, Yassi related instance when she felt very tired and Ruru was there to encourage her.   "Meron po kaming isang time na, siguro medyo pagod na rin kami, galing din po kami sa iba pang mga trabaho, while shooting this movie, mahaba po 'yung mga lines madalas, kaya kailangan snappy ka. Hindi ka pwedeng inaantok, hindi ka pwedeng pagod. And alam ko po na pagod rin po siya noon."   Yassi recalled that they were shooting a scene when she felt that her body could not take it anymore. Luckily for her, Ruru was there to support her and inspired her to finish the sequence.   "Meron pong time na pabagsak na ako sa pagod, 'tapos umuulan, sabi ko, 'Parang nararamdaman ko na na medyo napapagod na ako.' Sabi niya, 'Kaya mo 'yan.' Hindi 'yung 'Ako rin, e, pagod rin ako.' Alam mo 'yun?    "So, 'yung feeling ko with that partnership, siyempre, hindi kayo laging nasa taas all the time na kayang-kaya niyo, pero 'yung suportahan na hindi ka niya hahayaang bumagsak, 'yun po 'yung pinakana-appreciate ko rin kay Ruru.   "That is Ruru all the way be it nasa likod ng kamera o nasa harap."   'Video City' will be showing in cinemas nationwide beginning September 20.   Take a look at what happened during the movie's press conference in this gallery. Read more

IN PHOTOS: Star-studded cast of the 2019 trending movie 'Family History'

Jun 11, 2021
Family History

In 2019, the Philippines witnessed the grand directorial debut of one of the entertainment industry's gems, Michael V. who brought to life the family drama movie ‘Family History.’ The movie—which earned recognition in February 2020 by bagging the “Natatanging Pelikulang Pampamilya” special award in the 4th Guild of Educators, Mentors, and Students (GEMS) Awards—tells the story of a simple family man named Alex Dela Cruz (Michael V.), whose perfect life is turned upside-down after he learns that his wife May (Dawn Zulueta) has cancer. 'Family History,' a brainchild of Mic Test Entertainment and GMA Pictures, assembled the best-of-the-best in the entertainment industry led by Direk Bitoy and exceptional TV-movie star Dawn Zulueta. As a special Father’s Day treat this month, the Philippine TV premiere of ‘Family History’ will finally happen on June 20 on GMA Blockbusters right after All-Out Sundays. Read more

IN PHOTOS: Viva Films, GMA Pictures, APT Entertainment sign deal for Alden Richards-Bea Alonzo movie

Mar 4, 2021
Alden Richards Bea Alonzo movie

For the first time, Viva Films, GMA Pictures, and APT Entertainment signed a partnership to co-produce the Philippine movie adaptation of the Japanese drama, 'Pure Soul,' on Tuesday, March 2, at Sourdough Cafe in Quezon City  The monumental movie project will feature Asia's Multimedia Star Alden Richards and New Generation's Movie Queen Bea Alonzo.   Joining Alden and Bea at the contract signing were Viva Films chairman and CEO Vincent del Rosario, GMA Pictures president Annette Gozon-Valdes, and APT Entertainment president and CEO Mike Tuviera.   Check out what happened during the contract signing here. Read more

IN PHOTOS: Alden Richards's evolution in films

Oct 2, 2019

Malayo na ang narating ng Pambansang Bae sa showbiz. Muli nating balikan ang kanyang mga ginampanang roles sa GMA Films na sumasalamin sa kanyang pag-unlad bilang aktor. Read more

Where Are They Now: Kapuso child movie stars

Aug 10, 2019

They were cast in major movie projects when they were still kids. Find out how much they've grown in this gallery. Read more

LOOK: Michael V. and Bianca Umali drop by GMA Pinoy TV's movie screening for 'Family History'

Aug 2, 2019
Michael V and Bianca Umali attend another block screening for Family History

GMA Pinoy TV showed its full support to Michael V.'s comeback movie by organizing a special block screening of ‘Family History’ in Fishermall last night, August 1. Here are some the highlights of the event: Read more

LOOK: Kapuso Brigade block screening for 'Family History'

Jul 29, 2019

Hundreds of members of the online community Kapuso Brigade attend the block screening event for the family drama movie of Michael V. and Dawn Zulueta in Trinoma mall last Saturday, July 27. Read more

LOOK: Successful screening of 'Family History' in Bacolod

Jul 26, 2019

Hundreds of moviegoers lined up for the block screening of the trending movie ‘Family History’ starring Michael V. and Dawn Zulueta. Check out the highlights of the event that happened on July 26 in this gallery. Read more

#TabaNgUtak: Hilarious 'Family History' memes online

Jul 26, 2019

Check out the funniest memes about the trending movie ‘Family History,’ featuring award-winning comedian Michael V. and Dawn Zulueta, in this gallery.   Read more

LOOK: Moviegoers line up for Michael V.'s 'Family History'

Jul 25, 2019

Here are the highlights of the 'Family History' block screening events held in Naga, Iloilo, and Cagayan de Oro, on its opening day, July 24. Read more

ICYMI: 'Family History' stars, full-force sa Pampanga mall show!

Jul 22, 2019

 Dinagsa ng mga Kapuso sa Pampanga at karatig probinsya ang grand mall show ng ‘Family History’ kahapon, July 21. Read more

IN PHOTOS: 'Family History' stars, dinagsa ng fans sa Cebu!

Jul 20, 2019

Hindi magkamayaw ang mga Kapuso Cebuanos na pumunta sa twin mall show ng cast ng ‘Family History’ sa Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan at sa Ayala Center Cebu.   Read more

ICYMI: Jam-packed mall show of 'Family History' in Bulacan

Jul 15, 2019

Fans went to Starmall San Jose Del Monte Bulacan last July 14 for the 'Family History' star-studded mall show. Check out the highlights of the event in this gallery. Read more

#FamilyHistory: Direk Michael V. in action!

Jul 10, 2019

Here are some of the candid moments with Kapuso actor and first time film director Michael V. while shooting for his comeback movie ‘Family History.'  Read more

ICYMI: Michael V., pinagkaguluhan ng fans sa cinema test ng 'Family History'

Jul 8, 2019

Dinumog ng mga Kapuso ang multi-awarded comedian na si Michael V. last July 4, sa SM Megamall cinema, kung saan idinaos ang cinema test ng ‘Family History.’ Heto ang ilan sa mga nangyari kung saan game na nagpa-picture at nakipagkuwentuhan si Bitoy sa kanyang fans. Read more