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Kathryn Bernardo Metro Magazine June 2013 Cover

I see something wrong in this photo. Either Kathryn Bernardo's face looks too young for this body or the styling doesn't just fit her. Do you agree?

Bench: The Denim Collection 2013 Video - Who Wore it Best, Kapamilya or Kapuso Stars?

Bench, Philippines' leading clothing brand, has released the behind the scenes photoshoot video of its "Back to School Denim 2013 Campaign" featuring your favorite trendy Kapamilya and Kapuso stars and hottest celebrities in the local fashion scene.

Kapamilya:

Kim Chiu, Joseph Marco, Coco Martin, Shaina Magdayao, Enchong Dee, Sam Concepcion, Karylle, Jake Cuenca and Kathryn Bernardo.

Kapuso:

Dingdong Dantes, Banjamin Alves, Isabelle Daza, Steven Silva, Aljur Abrenica, Enzo Pineda, Rocco Nacino and Richard Gutierrez.

Hottest Local Model-Endorsers:

Catriona Gray, Sam Adjani, Pauline Prieto, Vince Ferraren, Valerie Weigmann, Borgy Manotoc, Anthony Semerald, David Semerald and Georgina Wilson.

Video: BenchTV on YouTube

War of the Past and Present:  Dingdong Dantes and Yael Yuzon Confrontation Over Karylle Video

It's a face-off between Karylle Tatlonghari's former flame Kapuso actor Dingdong Dantes and current boyfriend Spongelcola vocalist Yael Yuzon.

The said controversial confrontation incident happened in Showtime's Kalokalike Level-up segment on Thursday where Raven Portuguez (Yael Yuzon's impersonator) and Carlos Miguel Joaquin, Dingdong Dantes kalokalike. finally came face-to-face not just to win the competition but also to impress Karylle.

Wondering who got the nod of the madlang-judges? Watch the video below:

Dreamworks Releases Official "Turbo" Trailer

Dreamworks has released the new trailer of “Turbo” starring starring the voices of Ryan Reynolds, Paul Giamatti, Snoop Dogg, Maya Rudolph, Ben Schwartz and Samuel L. Jackson.Watch below:

In “Turbo,” a snail named Theo (voiced by Reynolds) dreams of being the greatest racer in the world making him an oddity in the slow and cautious community he belongs. An impossible dream of an ordinary snail comes true when luck struck him with an incredible speed one fateful day. With his dream suddenly within reach, Theo aka Turbo embarks on a journey after being transported to a rundown strip mall where visitors bet on races featuring snails and meets a ragtag of street-smart snails headed by Whiplash (Samuel L. Jackson), Smoove Move (Snoop Dogg), Burn (Maya Rudolph) and Skidmark (Ben Schwartz).

Zooming in Philippines theaters on July 19, “Turbo” is under the direction of David Soren.

“White House Down” New Trailer Revealed

Columbia Pictures has just shared the latest trailer of Roland Emmerich's high-octane action-thriller “White House Down” starring Channing Tatum and Jamie Foxx.

Watch below:

In the film, capitol policeman John Cale (Tatum) has just been denied his dream job with the Secret Service of protecting President James Sawyer (Foxx). Not wanting to let down his little girl with the news, he takes her on a tour of the White House, when the complex is overtaken by a heavily armed paramilitary group. Now, with the nation’s government falling into chaos and time running out, it's up to Cale to save the president, his daughter, and the country.

“White House Down” also stars Maggie Gyllenhaal, James Woods, Richard Jenkins and Joey King.

Opening across the Philippines on June 28, “White House Down” is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. 

Visit http://www.columbiapictures.com.ph for trailers, exclusive content and free downloads.  Like us at www.Facebook.com/ColumbiaPicturesPH and join our fan contests.

Photo: Jed Salang Chevrolet Camaro

In case you're wondering how the P3-million worth Chevrolet Camaro - Ai-Ai delas Alas' husband gift to estranged husband Jed Salang - looks like. Heto! 

The photo collage screenshot was taken from Jed's now deactivated Instagram account (jed_salang8) with caption  “Ty baby for the husband gift ilove u so much...New car new shoes...Meet BUGSY CAMIL!”

Enchong Dee Turns 'Concert King' this Friday Night

Philippine TV’s Big Mouth Martin Nievera will make another wish come true this Friday (May 24) in “Martin Late @ Night” as he grants the ultimate dream of Kapamilya heartthrob Enchong Dee to be the ‘Concert King’ for a night. 

Aside from being an actor, a dancer, model, host and a swimmer, what other talents will Enchong showcase this Friday as a concert artist? Meanwhile, join Martin in another fun interview as he discovers the goals and other interests of the “Ina Kapatid Anak” lead star. 

Don’t miss “Martin Late @ Night,” every Friday night, after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

The Ultimate "Boracay Bodies" Party Boy and Girl to be Revealed this Saturday

Who among Ethel Booba, Helga Krapf, Wendy Valdez and Krista Miller deserves the title “Boracay Bodies Ultimate Party Girl”?

And , who between Brent Javier, Luke Jickain, Victor Silayan and Joross Gamboa could be “Boracay Bodies Ultimate Party Boy”?

Walong party people ang pinagsama-sama sa Boracay upang sumabak sa iba’t ibang matitinding challenges sa isla. Lahat sila ay may iba’t ibang drama at kani-kaniyang eksena pero sa bandang huli, magkakaalaman na kung sino sa kanila ang tatanghaling Ultimate Party Couple na mag-uuwi ng isang milyong piso.

Matapos ang kanilang free day, sumabak muli ang mga party people sa kanilang huling challenge. Dito sinubok ang kani-kanilang diskarte sa pamimigay ng color-coded chips sa mga bakasyonista at turista sa Boracay. Paramihan kasi ng chips ang labanan at ang puntos na makukuha nila mula rito ay idadagdag sa kabuuang score na nakuha nila mula sa mga nakaraang challenges.

Sino kaya ang mangunguna? Sa girls, tila may bentahe si Ethel. Pero di rin magpapahuli si Wendy. Sa boys naman, nag-aagawan sa unang puwesto sina Brent at Victor!

Tutukan kung sino sa walong party people ang tatanghaling Ultimate Party Couple. Huwag palalampasin ang finale ng Boracay Bodies ngayong Sabado, Mayo 25, 9PM, sa TV5!

‘Annaliza’ Cast Meet and Greet at Sta. Lucia East Grand Mall this Sunday

The cast of upcoming family drama Annaliza preps up for an exciting evening with fans and mallgoers this Sunday (May 26) as they invade Sta. Lucia East Grand Mall in Cainta, Rizal. 

Get to see Annaliza star and rising teleserye princess Andrea Brillantes together with Zanjoe Marudo, Kaye Abad, Denise Laurel, Patrick Garcia, Carlo Aquino, Khalil Ramos and Sue Ramirez in person and watch them perform live. The cast will also give away prizes and play games with lucky audience members. This is open to all and admission is absolutely free. 

Don’t miss the premiere of Annaliza this Monday (May 27) before TV Patrol in ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida. 

For updates, like the show’s official Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Annaliza2013 or follow @Annaliza2013 on Twitter. Tweet your thoughts about the program using the hashtag #Annaliza.

TFC’s Award-Winning Magazine Show on TV "Adobo Nation" Celebrates 5th Anniversary

A 2012 Emmy nod and a new 2013 Emmy nomination underscore the high standards that TFC’s weekly magazine show, Adobo Nation, has set for itself.

The US-produced show nabbed an Emmy in 2012 for best current/community/public affairs feature segment with its story on the San Francisco-based gang violence prevention organization United Playaz, a group for former ex-convicts who turned their lives around and are now committed to keeping kids out of trouble and off the streets. The award for the United Playaz feature is TFC’s first Emmy, produced by the Adobo Nation team of Executive Producer Eric Pugeda, Writer-Producer Troy Espera, Director-Photographer Jeremiah Ysip, Photographer Joseph Perry and Editor Mitos Briones.

This year, Adobo Nation and its entire team, under the watchful eyes of ABS-CBN North America Managing Director Olivia De Jesus, Director John-D Lazatin and Pugeda, scored another Emmy nomination for the segment on the transforming impact on youth and neighborhood by Arise School in East Oakland.

Through the past five years of delivering a one-stop pop culture program with segments covering the full nine yards of topics that show brains, beauty and banter, Adobo Nation has, indeed, become the overseas Filipino TV show that captured the intricate, delightful, ever evolving flavors of the iconic Filipino adobo dish.

Co-host Michi Salta explains, “Just like every Filipino household has a different recipe for Adobo, every Pinoy has a different experience of living outside of the Philippines. We wanted to have a show that celebrated Filipinos abroad – in food, in business, in the arts – and also give our audience new and exciting stories and features that are relevant to them.”

What makes Adobo Nation more special is that the hosts truly enjoy doing the show and receiving fan feedback. “Adobo Nation for me is such a fun ride,” chimed in co-host Tet Hernandez. “I always look forward to taping because there’s always something new to learn about the community.  The staff and crew are extremely talented and hardworking. And the viewers welcomed us as part of their Sunday family dinner!”

Original host JC Gonzalez shared that “Adobo Nation is pretty much a household name for anyone that subscribes to TFC.  People may not necessarily know our names as individual hosts, but when they see us on the street, they say ‘Uy, si Adobo Nation’ (Hey, that’s Adobo Nation)!”

Gonzalez also added that “the best feedbacks I get are from the folks who guest on the show.  They say things like, ‘after I came out on Adobo Nation, phone calls have been coming in constantly.’  We hear that on a consistent basis. That’s how we know that the show works.”

True enough, Goldilocks Brand Manager Agnes K. Francisco said, “Whenever we have a new product that is featured on Adobo Nation, we receive calls and inquiries from customers looking for that particular product.  The response from viewers is tremendous and immediate.”

O Skin Care owner Olivia Quido – who has a segment on the show called “Beauty by O” – narrated: “Before I started my segment on Adobo Nation, my clientele was limited to the area where I operate here in Cerritos. When I had my regular segment, I started receiving so many calls from area codes all over the U.S. – from San Diego, Las Vegas, New York, New Jersey, Florida, and even Alaska! They drive or fly in regularly in groups of 5 to 8 for a day in the spa then return to their homes.  Adobo Nation truly opened the doors for us so we can serve as many clients as possible.”

“I like that we keep our community tightly knit through the stories that we tell,” said Salta. “One ka-nation’s triumph becomes everyone’s triumph. We are constantly showcasing the best of Filipinos abroad.”

Co-host Lee Robin Salazar agrees. “I think Adobo Nation will be stickin’ around for a while. We’ll be part of the Pinoy household and their Sunday night viewing till we run out of innovative, interesting and talented Filipinos. And let’s face it: that will never happen.”

Win 12 Movie Tickets to ‘The Hangover Part III’ Special Screening on May 29

Be one of the 6 winners of a pair of tickets to Solaire Resort and Casino special block screening of the comedy flick “The Hangover Part III” on May 29, 2013, 7:30PM, at Greenbelt 3, Cinema 1.

Movie Info: “The Hangover Part III” is the third and final film in director Todd Phillips’ record-shattering comedy franchise. This time, there’s no wedding. No bachelor party. What could go wrong, right? But when the Wolfpack hits the road, all bets are off.

HOW TO JOIN THE RAFFLE:

1) Open to any resident of the Philippines, preferably in Mega Manila as the block screening is happening in Makati City.

2) Must have a Twitter and/or Facebook account.

3) Promo ends on May 28, 2013.

4) Winners will be chosen via electronic raffle and will be contacted via Facebook or E-mail. Winners will also be announced on starmometer.com, showbiznest.com, Twitter (@starmometerblog, @showbiznest), Facebook (www.facebook.com/starmometer, www.facebook.com/showbiznest).

5) The winner should claim the two tickets from the blogger on May 29 at Greenbelt 3 before the special screening (around 7:00pm).

6) Earn raffle entries by doing the following tasks below:

Boy Abunda Serves as Angel Locsin's Marriage Counselor 

Preparations for the wedding of the characters of Angel Locsin (Isabel) and Vhong Navarro (Justin) in the hit sitcom “Toda Max” are now underway. But before anything else, Isabel and Justin must undergo counseling to ensure that they are ready for marriage.

In this Saturday’s (May 25) episode of “Toda Max,” the King of Talk Boy Abunda will serve as marriage counselor to Justin and Isabel. The couple will recall their cute love story. Boy will also touch on Justin’s love-hate relationship with Isabel’s father, ‘Tay Mac (Al Tantay).

Unavoidably, Justin and Isabel’s past relationships will be discussed. Justin will also admit to being jealous of Phil (Phil Younghusband), Dr. Milby (Sam Milby) and Dino (Anjo Yllana), while Isabel will confess to being jealous of Maimai (Kim Chiu), Jodie (Jodi Sta. Maria) and Weida (Ruffa Mae Quinto).

Will these revelations affect the wedding? What advice will Boy give to the couple? Find out this Saturday (May 25) on “Toda Max” after “Maalaala Mo Kaya” on ABS-CBN Channel 2.

Nora Aunor and Tirso Cruz III in a TV Series, Finally!

The long wait is over. 

Finally, after 14 long years of waiting, the biggest and most successful loveteam in the history of Philippine Cinema is back in a movie-made-for-TV series titled "When I Fall In Love".

During Ms. Nora Aunor's grandest 60th birthday celebration on May 21 at the Meralco Multi-purpose Hall in Ortigas, TV5 Business Unit Head JoAnn Banaga and director Joel Lamangan announced the reunion of Guy & Pip (minus their equally famous doll Maria Leonora Theresa) in the said TV5 project.

Guy & Pip will be joined by Kapatid network's hottest stars Marvin Agustin, Nadine Samonte, Karel Marquez, and Akihiro Blanco.

 

Adam Sandler and Salma Hayek Back in “Grown Ups 2” Poster and Trailer

Watch the trailer for Adam Sandler's first-ever sequel, Columbia Pictures' “Grown Ups 2,” below:

In the film, after having the greatest time of his life three summers ago, Lenny (Adam Sandler) decides he wants to move his family back to his hometown and have them grow up with his gang of childhood friends and their kids. They’ll face new challenges and meet new friends in the next chapter of the epic story of refusing to grow up.

Columbia Pictures presents a Happy Madison production, a film by Dennis Dugan, “Grown Ups 2.” Starring Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade, Salma Hayek, Maya Rudolph, Maria Bello, and Nick Swardson. Directed by Dennis Dugan. Produced by Adam Sandler and Jack Giarraputo. Written by Fred Wolf & Adam Sandler & Tim Herlihy. Executive Producers are Barry Bernardi and Allen Covert. Director of Photography is Theo Van de Sande, ASC. Production Designer is Aaron Osborne. Editor is Tom Costain. Costume Designer is Ellen Lutter. Music by Rupert Gregson-Williams. Music Supervision by Michael Dilbeck, Brooks Arthur, and Kevin Grady.

The first “Grown Ups,” released in 2010, grossed $271 million worldwide, making it Sandler's most successful film to date.

Opening across the Philippines on July 24, “Grown Ups 2” is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Visit www.columbiapictures.com.ph to see the latest trailers, get free downloads and play free movie games. 

Gay Beauty Queen Fritz Saliganan Murdered in QC, "SOCO" Investigates

Broadcast journalist Gus Abelgas will investigate the death of gay beauty queen and dermatologist Russell Fritz Saliganan, who was allegedly killed in a crime of passion by his former lover.

In Saturday’s (May 25) episode of “SOCO,” Gus will look into the scenes that led to the killing of Russell, who was known as intelligent and attractive that he won a lot of beauty pageants when he was alive.

Last January, Russell’s body was found in his apartment in Cubao, Quezon City with 51 stab wounds. Police investigation has revealed that the main suspect is Russell’s former boyfriend John Patrick Torres, who was allegedly devastated and refused to accept that the victim broke up with him.

Watch “SOCO: Scene of the Crime Operatives” on Saturday (May 25) after “Showbiz Inside Report” on ABS-CBN. For updates on the program, like www.facebook.com/Abs-Cbn-SOCO. To watch the last three episodes of “SOCO,” visit www.abs-cbnnews.com/soco.

Kim Chiu and Maja Salvador's Reconciliation Puts “Ina Kapatid Anak” Back on Top

Celyn (Kim Chiu) and Margaux (Maja Salvador) have finally patched their differences in ABS-CBN’s no. 1 family drama series “Ina Kapatid Anak.”

The episode wherein Margaux tearfully asked for her sister’s forgiveness conquered primetime with a national TV rating of 32.5% according to Kantar Media national TV ratings. It beat two rival programs on GMA, namely, “Indio” which only got 18.3% and “Mundo Mo’y Akin” with only 16%. 

Meanwhile, will Margaux and Celyn’s reconciliation end the conflict between their mothers, Teresa (Cherry Pie Picache) and Beatrice (Janice de Belen)? With the renewed friendship of Celyn and Margaux, will Emilio (John Regala) still succeed in his plan to destroy their family? 

Continue to follow the country’s no. 1 family drama series, “Ina Kapatid Anak,” 8:15pm, after “Juan dela Cruz” on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida. 

For more updates, log on to www.facebook.com/InaKapatidAnak.TV or follow @_InaKapatidAnak on Twitter.

A Gathering of the Best in Local Entertainment Industry Happening Only at Resorts World Manila 

Derek Ramsay on Sam Milby: "He's gay!"

Is Derek Ramsay in fighting mode against Sam Milby?

Jobert Sucaldito and Ahwel Paz, on their DZMM radio program "Mismo" last week, talked about an incident where the Kapatid hunk allegedly maligned the sexuality of Kapamilya hunk to a singer-actress whom Derek was trying to make advances.

"Why Sam? He is gay." Derek was quoted saying when the girl turned him down saying she is already in relationship form with Sam.

The rumor was quickly downplayed by Sam saying he already received a call from Derek and he already settled everything with him.

"Derek, I’ve known him for a long time. I know he wouldn’t say anything like that. He knows me, he knows what I am, he knows what I’m not."

“And even if he didn’t call me and I heard about it first, I wouldn’t have believed na he will say something like that. I know Derek. I know Derek is one of those guys who will be there for me. He’s a good friend.” Sam said.

Sam added that the rumor is something that needs no further explanation and should be laid to rest.

"Ganun talaga sa showbiz. You have issues that come out. Some of these you just have to laugh at kasi ganun talaga sa showbiz.”

Derek, meanwhile, affirmed that no such remarks came out of his mouth, “There is no truth to this. Jobert Sucaldito apologized about this already. Kaibigan ko si Sam and we spoke about it.”

Jed Salang Fires Back at Ai-Ai delas Alas; Ethel Booba Reacts to Willie Revillame's TV5 Resignation

Ethel Booba (‏@IamEthylGabison) on May 21 tweeted: "Sana balatuhan ako ni Willie Revillame sa makukuhang n'yang retirement fee. Charot"

Ayaw ni Cristy Fermin ng ganyan.

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Jed Salang reportedly collecting evidences that would turn public's sympathy on his favor. 

After Ai-Ai delas Alas's tearful revelation about their 1-month marriage, Jed's employee in a car store located in the south confessed how good a person he is.

Jed, likewise, said that there's no truth about Ai-Ai's accusation, in fact he was the one being beaten by Ai-Ai that led to him to fight back. He also allegedly said that "ang hilig kase niya (Ai-Ai) sa sex".

Ai-Ai's reaction? "Pabayaan nalang natin sya sa kung ano gusto nya sabihin.

"Babuyin na nya ako sa buong pilipinas wala naman akong magagawa kung gagawin nya yun...LET GO LET GOD. GOD BLESS HIS SOUL."

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‘My Little Juan’ Pilot Episode Beats ‘Unforgettable’

The magical charm of the superhero drama series “Juan dela Cruz” has successfully conquered the afternoon viewing habit of TV viewers as the pilot episode of its spin-off series “My Little Juan” won the ratings game last Monday (May 20).

According to the latest data from Kantar Media, “My Little Juan” reached 17.3% national TV ratings, or almost 10 points higher than its rival program in GMA “Unforgettable” which only got 7.6%. With the death of Juan’s (Izzy) mother Amelia (Mylene Dizon), how will Fr. Cito (Jaime Fabregas) raise the child who is destined to be the next Tagabantay and Anak ng Dilim? 

Continue to join Juan and Fr. Cito in their exciting adventures in “My Little Juan,” 2:45pm, after “It’s Showtime” in ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold. 

For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com, or follow @abscbndotcom on Twitter.

Lee Min Ho Live in Manila Concert on July 6

Wilbros Live is set to bring Korean heartthrob Lee Min Ho back in the country in July for the Manila leg of his world tour called "My Everything Tour: Lee Min Ho Live in Manila 2013".

After his successful fan conference in the country last November 2012, model-actor turned recording star Lee Min Ho returns to Manila for a one night only concert happening on July 6 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

Ticket Prices:

VIP - Php7,500 (Reserved Seats)
Patron - P5,400 (Reserved Seats)
Lower Box A (201-202/221-222 | ROWS A-E OF 203-207/216-220) - P5,400 (Reserved Seats)
Lower Box B (6TH ROW ONWARDS OF 203-207/216-220) - P3,675 (Reserved Seats)
Upper Box - P1,575 (Reserved Seats)
General Admission - P525 (Free Seating)

Tickets are now available at SM Tickets ( www.smtickets.com or call 470-2222) and SM Tickets outlets.
Or call 3749999 for more information.

This event is also brought to you by Bench Clothing.

Showbiznest and AVIDA LAND CORP. are giving away four (4) tickets to the much-awaited "Circuit Fest 2013: Music and Skate" happening this Saturday, May 25, Circuit Makati, Ayala Land’s premier entertainment district. 

Circuit Fest is the first-ever music and skateboarding event in Makati and it will be hosted by no less than Glee’s resident hunk rocker Mark Salling (or Puck to the million of Glee fans around the world).

Mark Salling will be hosting Circuit Fest 2013 with skating legend Riley Hawk and Filipino-American Willy Santos pumping up the excitement with their heart-stopping skating routines. Aside from the jaw-dropping skateboarding exhibitions, Ciruit Fest also brings a full day of intense rock music headlined by American rock bands Yellowcard, We Are The In Crowd, Before You Exit, Mayday Parade, This Century, A+ Dropouts, The Downtown Fiction and All-Star Weekend, as well as YouTube sensation Megan Nicole.

HOW TO JOIN?

1) Answer this question: What are Avida's 5 Condo Must-Haves? Simply visit www.avidaland.com for answers.

2) Like/follow Showbiznest on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

3) Share your answers on the comment page at the bottom of this article with you Twitter and Facebook accounts.

4) Open to any resident of the Philippines, preferably in Mega Manila area.

5) Promo ends on May 24, 2013 at 2 p.m.

3 winners of 2 tickets worth P 2,500 each will be selected and announced on showbiznest.com, Twitter @showbiznest), Facebook www.facebook.com/showbiznest on Friday, May 24 at 5 p.m.

About AVILA LAND CORP.

Avida Land provides thoughtfully-designed yet affordable homes in secure communities that offer value for money and convenience within reach. With the five pillars of accessibility, unique features and amenities, quality assurance, stress free buying and relaxing living experience integrated in all its condominium and house and lot properties, Avida Land has become the developer of choice among the rising middle class as it continues to expand its product offerings across the country.

Visit the Ayala Land subsidiary’s website at www.avidaland.com for more details.

Nora Aunor Dream Role Revealed: "Mag bold star."

She's back - bigtime! - after years of hiatus. 

She starred in a hit TV5 series "Sa Ngalan ng Ina" and "Never Say Goodbye". "Thy Womb" an indie film that is continuously getting recognition worldwide. Best Awards awards here and abroad. A concert scheduled at the Smart Araneta Coliseum later this year. And another indie film titled "Ang Kwento ni Mabuti" which is director Mes de Guzman's official entry to the 1st CineFilipino Film Festival.

Is there anything else that the only Superstar Ms. Nora Aunor wanted to do as far as challenging her own undisputed acting career record is concern? "Gusto ko pong mag bold!" she quickly said when asked during her "Nora at 60" birthday celebration at the Meralco Multi-purpose Hall on Tuesday night.

"Pero alam ko po na ayaw nyong gawin ko yun. Saka nakapag-bold na ako dati sa Banawe [her 1975 movie with ex-husband Christopher de Leon]. So isa nalang po talaga ang di ko pa nagagampanan na sana magawa ko agad, yung maging bida kontrabida sa isang pelikula".

Nora, who is now 60, celebrated her birthday on Tuesday night, May 21, with daughter Matet, friends from in and out of showbiz, fans who remained to be a die-hard Noranian since her Tawag ng Tanghalan days who also presented 60 gifts on her 60th birthday, members of the press, and TV5 family including Kapatid young stars Edgar Allan Guzman, Vin Abrenica, Akihiro Blanco, Nadine Samonte, Eula Caballero, and Kapatid networks outgoing President Atty. Ray C. Espinosa.

Well-wishers who videotaped their birthday greetings include son Ian de Leon, ex-husband Christopher de Leon, former leading man Cocoy Laurel, choreographer Geleen Eugenio, former in-law Pilita Corrales, self-confessed fan Boy Abunda, director Brillante Mendoza, scriptwriter Ricky Lee, Gabby Concepcion, Gary Valenciano, Eric Quizon, Dawn Zulueta, Alice Dixson, Good Morning Club Hosts and Ms. Judy Ann Santos.

"Indio" Leads Primetime Ratings; "Lokomoko U Ang Kulit!" Enters Top 10

Here are the Top 10 daytime and primetime programs from May 16 to 19, 2013 among AGB Nielsen Mega Manila households (Household Ratings):

May 16, Thursday

Daytime:

Be Careful With My Heart (ABS-CBN) – 25.3%

Eat Bulaga (GMA-7) – 21.3%

Junior Minute To Win It (ABS-CBN) – 17.4%

Dragon Ball Z Kai (GMA-7) – 15.9%

Ryzza The Ryzza Mae Show (GMA-7) – 15.8%

Kakambal Ni Eliana (GMA-7) – 14.5%

It's Showtime (ABS-CBN) – 13.6%

I Do I Do (GMA-7) – 13%

Bukod Kang Pinagpala (GMA-7) / Unforgettable (GMA-7) – 11.8%

Detective Conan (GMA-7) – 11.4%

Primetime:

Indio (GMA-7) – 25.5%

Ina Kapatid Anak (TV5) – 24.1%

24 Oras (GMA-7) – 23.5%

Mundo Mo'y Akin (GMA-7) – 23.4%

Juan Dela Cruz (ABS-CBN) – 22.8%

Love & Lies (GMA-7) – 22%

Queen And I (GMA-7) – 19.1%

Apoy Sa Dagat (ABS-CBN) – 19%

TV Patrol 25 (ABS-CBN) – 18.4%

Missing You (ABS-CBN) – 13.8%

May 17, Friday

Daytime:

Be Careful With My Heart (ABS-CBN) – 25.2%

Eat Bulaga (GMA-7) – 21.3%

Ryzza The Ryzza Mae Show (GMA-7) – 17.1%

Junior Minute To Win It (ABS-CBN) – 16.8%

Dragon Ball Z Kai (GMA-7) – 16.4%

Bleach (GMA-7) – 13.5%

It's Showtime (ABS-CBN) – 12.6%

Kakambal Ni Eliana (GMA-7) – 12.5%

Detective Conan (GMA-7) – 12.3%

Bukod Kang Pinagpala (GMA-7) – 12%

Primetime:

Indio (GMA-7) – 22.9%

24 Oras (GMA-7) – 22.1%

Juan Dela Cruz (ABS-CBN) – 21.4%

Ina Kapatid Anak (ABS-CBN) – 20.9%

Mundo Mo'y Akin (GMA-7) – 20.4%

Love & Lies (GMA-7) – 20%

TV Patrol 25 (ABS-CBN) – 18.3%

Bubble Gang (GMA-7) – 17.4%

Apoy Sa Dagat (ABS-CBN) – 17.2%

PBA Commissioner's Cup 2013 Finals: Ginebra vs Alaska (TV5) – 16.4%

May 18, Saturday

Daytime:

Eat Bulaga (GMA-7) – 22.7%

It's Showtime (ABS-CBN) – 13%

TV 5 Kids Movie Special (TV5) – 11.6%

24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) – 10.1%

Del Monte Kitchenomics (GMA-7) – 9.1%

Be Careful With My Heart Sabado Rewind (ABS-CBN) – 8.9%

Maynila 14 (GMA-7) – 8.8%

Spongebob Squarepants (ABS-CBN) / Wish Ko Lang! (GMA-7) – 8.7%

Toriko (GMA-7) / Bonakid Pre-School Ready Set Laban! (GMA-7) – 8.4%

Sarap Diva (GMA-7) – 8.1%

Primetime:

Magpakailanman (GMA-7) – 28.4%

Celebrity Bluff (GMA-7) – 24.4%

Vampire Ang Daddy Ko (GMA-7) – 21.9%

MMK Ang Tahanan Mo (ABS-CBN) – 20.2%

Pilipinas Got Talent (ABS-CBN) – 18.4%

News Patrol (ABS-CBN) – 18.2%

Wansapanataym (ABS-CBN) – 14.8%

Kap's Amazing Stories (GMA-7) – 14.2%

Kapuso Movie Night: Zu Warriors From The Magic Mountain (GMA-7) – 14.1%

Kapamilya Deal Or No Deal (ABS-CBN) – 11.6%

May 19, Sunday

Daytime:

Kapuso Movie Festival: Ghostbusters (GMA-7) – 15%

Everyday Easy (GMA-7) – 12.3%

Party Pilipinas (GMA-7) / The Buzz (ABS-CBN) – 10.9%

Del Monte Kitchenomics (GMA-7) – 9.9%

ASAP 18 (ABS-CBN) – 9.4%

GMA Blockbusters: The Adventures of Pluto Nash (GMA-7) – 9%

Born Impact (GMA-7) – 8.6%

Teen Gen (GMA-7) – 8.5%

Lokomoko U Ang Kulit! (TV5) – 8.4%

24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) / Toriko (GMA-7) – 8.3%

Primetime:

Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho (GMA-7) – 23.8%

Pepito Manaloto Ang Tunay Na Kuwento (GMA-7) – 19%

Gandang Gabi Vice (ABS-CBN) – 17.8%

Sunday Night Box Office: The 6th Day (GMA-7) – 17.4%

Imbestigador (GMA-7) – 17.2%

PBA Commissioner's Cup 2013 Finals Game 3 (TV5) – 15.6%

Pilipinas Got Talent (TV5) – 15.2%

Rated K Handa Na Ba Kayo? (ABS-CBN) / Goin' Bulilit (ABS-CBN) – 12.7%

TV Patrol 25 Weekend (ABS-CBN) – 11.2%

Ibilib Featuring Is It Possible? (GMA-7) – 9.5% 

Source: AGB Nielsen Philippines

Martin Nievera Tweets About Party Pilipinas's Sudden Goodbye 

He maybe one of the reasons why there is ASAP - the longest-running Sunday noontime show on Philippine TV, but Martin Nievera can't contain his sadness on the sudden cancellation of rival show "Party Pilipinas".

Martin, who is a dear friend to Ogie Alcasid and wife Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, Jaya, Janno Gibbs and some musicians and performers involved in the defunct GMA-7 show, sent his sympathy to them through his Twitter account @4eversinging4u.

On May 19, he tweeted, “In this world of Showbiz&competition we r gladiators. But when the curtain closes we r family. 2our brothers&sisters on PP a new day begins!”

“Our hearts&hugs to our kapuso kapamilya on PP who start a new chapter. Look back in sweet memory &look forward w/pride&passion. Mabuhay PP!”

Incidentally, Martin's ABS-CBN late-night talk show "Martin Late @ Night" will air its last two final shows on May 24 and 31.