Enchong Dee Defends Erich Gonzales on Attitude Rumors

Erich Gonzales continues to be hounded by rumors concerning her attitude behind the camera. As she marks her return to primetime as the title character in the upcoming ABS-CBN teleserye Maria La Del Barrio, her long-time ka-love team Enchong Dee came to her defense.

At the press conference of the new drama series set to premiere on August 15, Enchong told reporters, “Hindi lang naman si Erich ang nachichismis na ganyan. Minsan isang kwento lang ang marinig o isang picture lang ang makita natin, naikakahon na ganun na 'yung mga artista. Unfair din naman sa aming mga artista. Sana mas kilalanin pa kami.”

Being the one who spends more time with Erich particularly during tapings, Enchong attested to how the actress became very focused and hardworking for their latest project. “I can tell na dito sa Maria pinakamasaya si Erich. Nasisiguro kong magiging successful ito because siya and Direk Rory (Quintos) ang nagbibigay ng lahat para mapaganda 'yung show.”

Maria La Del Barrio is based on a Mexican telenovela which was top-billed by famous actress-singer Thalia. For Enchong, starring in a remake of a very successful series comes with instant pressure. “Sobra ang pressure na nararamdaman namin ni Erich. Noon pa man alam na namin na ang Maria La Del Barrio ang isa sa mga pinaka-successful na telenovela sa Mexico. Kapag ginawan mo siya ng version you have to live up to the expectation of the public.”

The teleserye was initially planned to air last summer, but the production team decided to take some time to improve on the story with the permission of course of Televisa, the producers of the original Maria La Del Barrio. Now that the remake is finally scheduled for release, Enchong shared his excitement since the request of their fans will be finally granted. “Naghintay talaga kami kasi 'yung mga fans namin laging nagtatanong kung kailan ba ipapalabas. Finally maipapalabas na siya kaya sobrang saya namin. Thankful din kami dahil at least nabigyan kami ng sapat na panahon para makapaghanda ang siguraduhing mapaganda namin 'yung programa.”

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Blogatorials: The Kim Chiu-Erich Gonzales Rivalry

Rivalries give excitement to showbusiness. Remember Vilma Santos-Nora Aunor, Sharon Cuneta-Maricel Soriano, Judy Ann Santos-Claudine Barretto, so now ABS-CBN is strengthening the rivalry of two of their hottest young actresses, Erich Gonzales and Kim Chiu.

Erich and Kim are both product of reality/talent shows and are part of Chiurogogobaschu, a group of girlfriends which also includes Melissa Ricks and Empress. Earlier this year, the two were gossipped of having a rift. ABS-CBN is now using this rivalry to boost more the career of these two young big stars. They were casted as the young Lorna Tolentino and Amy Austria on Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin. Now that Erich's Maria la del Barrio will premiere this August on Primetime Bida, Kim's Binondo Girl will also head on collision in the primetime block.

What else? Erich is said to be doing a movie with Thai hearthrob Mario Maurer, while Kim will do a movie with the Star of all Season Vilma Santos.

The rivalry between the two ABS-CBN homegrown stars just proved that all the biggest stars are in ABS-CBN.

Erich Gonzales Excited on Playing Maria la del Barrio

With the August 15 TV premiere of the Philippine remake of the hit Mexican drama Maria La Del Barrio, Erich Gonzales admitted she was very excited about finally seeing how one of her biggest projects turns out. “Lahat ng hirap, pagod at puyat namin worth it naman and masayang-masaya kami sa naging outcome. Sana talaga suportahan ng mga tao ang Maria La del Barrio. Talagang pinaghirapan namin lahat yun,” she said.

In the series, Erich plays the role of Maria Fernandez, a naïve yet strong-willed girl who dreams of finally meeting her Prince Charming after leading a happy yet poverty-stricken life. Playing the role of Erich’s love interest on the show is Enchong Dee, who has been Erich’s perennial onscreen partner. As revealed in the teaser trailer shown to the media during the event, Erich and Enchong had a lot of kissing scenes in the series, a noticeable change from their past projects together. But Erich is quick to say that the show is not going to be all out provocative. “Hindi siya yung sexy na bastusin. Iba siya. Funny rin ito at may comedy din kaming dalawa dito. Siyempre hindi rin naman papayagan ng ABS-CBN at ng management na gumawa ng something na hindi naman kapala-palabas,” she said.

The 20-year-old actress admitted that she and Enchong already filmed a somewhat intimate scene for the series. “Doon kasi nasa trailer yung scene na yun na parang pumatong siya sa akin tapos parang mahihila yung damit ko. Nasa highway kami nun sa Tagaytay. Andami-daming mga sasakyan dun pero masaya ako dahil kumportable ako kay Enchong tapos si Direk Rory B. Quintos din tinanong din niya ako kung okay na ganun,” she explained.

The pretty morena also admitted that she and Enchong have become so close to the point that she is comfortable doing any kind of scenes with him already. “With Enchong wala po talagang hesitation, walang awkwardness, wala pong ganun. Basta with Enchong kasi, madami na kaming projects na napagsamahan and sa bawat project na iyon, mas lalo lang naming nakikilala ang isa’t isa. Talagang nag-go-grow kami and wala ng kahit anong inhibitions. Hindi siya nag-te-take advantage. Napaka-gentleman niya. Perfect gentleman. Basta napaka-maalaga ni Enchong. Hindi siya nambabastos,” she shared during the Maria La Del Barrio presscon held last July 27 at the Dolphy theater inside the ABS-CBN compound.

Erich also revealed the agreement she and Enchong had when they were first paired together as a love team. “We made a promise talaga na hindi kami ma-i-in love sa isa’t isa and tutuparin namin yung promise na yun. Dahil mahirap magtrabaho na may involved na boyfriend-girlfriend, ganyan. So happy naman kami at okay naman kami sa trabaho,” she admitted. But the Maria La Del Barrio star did admit that there is still the possibility of them ending up together off-screen as well. “Napaka-lovable naman ni Enchong. In this project, naging sobrang close kami. Hindi lang kami ni Enchong pero lahat talaga sa show kasi sabay-sabay kaming kumakain, ganun,” she said.

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Enchong Dee Admits Being Attracted to Erich Gonzales

Enchong Dee and Erich Gonzales are set to pair up in their third teleserye, Maria La Del Barrio which will air this August. Dubbed as one of the hottest love teams of today, Enchong and Erich have legions of fans around the world who wish that the romantic on-screen chemistry would also be translated into real life. At the press conference of Maria La Del Barrio, the young actor said he understands if fans feel that way. “Naiintidihan din naman namin kung bakit paulit-ulit kaming natatanong kung may relasyon ba talaga kami. Siyempre may mga fans kami na umaasa rin.”

But Enchong has decided that it’s best if he and Erich would just be friends for now. “Lagi kong sinasabi na para sa akin, mas maganda kung lagi kaming magkasama bilang magkaibigan. Mas maganda 'yun kasi we are making sure na kahit may mga sarili na kaming mga pamilya we are still friends.”

The 22-year-old swimmer-turned-actor added that he and his ka-love team are both focused on their careers. “Napagusapan na talaga namin na trabaho lang muna sa ngayon. Mahirap kasi kapag nahaluan na ng relasyon. Ngayon nga lang kapag may dinaramdam kaming problema, naapektuhan talaga 'yung eksena namin.”

Nevertheless, Enchong remained opened to whatever may happen in the future, if romance is really in their destiny. “Hindi pa rin natin masasabi. Kahit sabihin naming hindi, malay niyo next year kami na pala. Hindi kami nagsasalita nang tapos kasi hindi mo malalaman.”

A love team like Enchong and Erich has to deliver convincing portrayals as lovers on screen. This job becomes an easier task for the actor because as he confessed, he feels a bit attracted toward Erich. “I think nasabi ko na before na it would be hard to have an instant on-screen chemistry kung walang kahit konting attraction. Human being lang naman tayo, he he he!”

Enchong was again asked about the rumor linking him to Mara Clara actress Julia Montes. He denied that they have a secret relationship or is even courting Julia. Furthermore, Enchong dismissed speculations that since for now there’s no hope that romance will blossom between him and Erich, he is in a desperate search for other girls. “Ang pangit naman na dahil lang hindi ako nagustuhan ni Erich hahanap ka na ng ibang tao. Hindi 'yun ang tamang dahilan para magkagusto ka sa isang tao.”

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Erich Gonzales Excited and Nervous as Maria la del Barrio

Erich Gonzales shared that she is both excited and nervous about the "Maria la del Barrio" remake, the newest program on ABS-CBN's primetime block.

Here, she plays the character of Maria, a poor young lady who falls in love with the wealthy Luis Fernando, to be played by Enchong Dee.

It will premiere on August 15.

"'Yung nerbiyos, 'yung pressure, 'di nawawala 'yun pero worth it po talaga at masaya kami sa outcome. So sana po ay suportahan nila at panoorin ang 'Maria la del Barrio,' pinaghirapan po namin ito," she said.

Gonzales first announced that she will be doing this project in December last year.

The show got delayed since they had to wait for the approval of Televisa, the producer of the original "Maria la del Barrio," among other reasons.

"Naging matagal kasi maraming inayos at in-adjust sa script tapos maraming dinagdag. Kagaya ng sinabi ni direk Quintos (Rory Quintos) ay hinintay pa ang approval ng Televisa," she said.

ABS-CBN's remake of "Maria la del Barrio" also stars Paw Diaz, Jake Roxas, Katya Santos, Gio Alvarez, Atoy Co, Jane Oineza, Badjie Martiz, K Brosas, Ian Veneracion and Angel Aquino.

Source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Erich Gonzales Speaks Up About Supposed Project With Mario Maurer

Young actress Erich Gonzales said she is overwhelmed by the idea of working with Thai actor Mario Maurer.

Her upcoming film with Maurer remains a rumor, but Gonzales still thanked her fans and all those who are looking forward to the project.

She shared that she is also a fan of Maurer, particularly in the movie "Crazy Little Thing Called Love."

"Sa ngayon po ay hindi pa napag-uusapan pero happy ako na matuloy 'yan, 'yung ma-consider lang sobrang happy ako," Gonzales said during a press conference for the remake of popular Mexican telenovela "Maria la del Barrio" where she is the lead star.

"Masaya po ako at salamat po sa kanila (fans), tignan po natin kung matutuloy po."

On Monday, Gonzales landed on the top trending local topics of microblogging site Twitter after rumors circulated that she will be doing a film with Maurer.

Maurer tweeted last July 8 that he will visit Manila soon. He did not say anything about a movie project with Gonzales.

Source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Maria La Del Barrio Premieres This August 15 on Primetime Bida

“Maria La Del Barrio” will feature two of the hottest stars in the industry today, Erich Gonzales and Enchong Dee, as they give life to the characters of Maria Hernandez and Luis Dela Vega.

Under the direction of Rory B. Quintos and Richard Somes, “Maria La Del Barrio” delve into the lives of Maria and Luis as they search for true love, even amidst their pasts and their conflicting present lives.

Sharing the limelight is Angel Aquino, who was part of the hit soap opera “Magkaribal. She will portray the role of Victoria Montenegro-Dela Vega, mother of Luis Fernando. Ian Veneracion plays as her husband who has a past with Assunta de Rossi who plays Maria’s mother.

Comedy Queen Aiai delas Alas takes on a very special role as Casilda, Maria’s adoptive mother.

“Maria La Del Barrio” also serves as a comeback for Paw Diaz on the television scene. Paw, a batchmate of Erich and Arron Villaflor in Star Circle Quest, will portray Soraya’s character, the woman who will stand between Maria and Luis’ romance. Arron, on the other hand, plays the role of Vladimir who has a soft spot in Maria’s heart.

Other cast members include Jake Roxas, Katya Santos, Gio Alvarez, Atoy Co, Jane Oineza, Badjie Mortiz and K Brosas.

Shot in scenic Tagaytay and Cavite, and with a script led by Denise O’Hara and Henry Quitain’s team, “Maria La Del Barrio” promises a whole new viewing experience. “Pinaghirapan po namin ang bawat eksena at mas pinaganda pa para mas lalo ninyong ma-enjoy ang panonood,” Erich expressed.

“When I learned that I’ll be working with Erich again, sobrang natuwa ako siyempre. Masarap siyang katrabaho,” Enchong shared.

Witness how fate and love twist the life of Maria and Luis in “Maria La Del Barrio,” premiering on August 15 on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida.

Star Cinema Ironing Project for Erich Gonzales and Mario Maurer

Young star Erich Gonzales landed on the top trending local topics of microblogging site Twitter on Monday after rumors circulated that she will be doing a film with Thai actor Mario Maurer.

The hashtag #ErichGonzales made it to the 8th spot on Twitter's list of top trending topics in the Philippines on Monday morning while Star Cinema, ABS-CBN's movie outfit, landed in 6th place.

Several netizens shared their excitement over the rumored project.

"Erich Gonzales and Mario Maurer will be having a movie together under Star Cinema!! o.O lucky Girl.. im jealous!! :P," Genesis Ching tweeted.

"Omegosh! Is that true that Erich Gonzales and @ohohmario will pair under Star Cinema?" KC Labios said.

For her part, Jennie Tagubase said, "Erich Gonzales and Mario Maurer will be having a film under Star Cinema! :D im not a fan of Erich but im so excited na :)."

Maurer tweeted last July 8 that he will visit Manila soon. He did not say anything about a new movie project with Gonzales.

'See you soon Philippines,' he wrote.

But Joyce Ramirez of Publicity Asia, the group that will bring Maurer to the Philippines, said they still need to iron things out with Star Cinema.

"STAR CINEMA and I still need to iron out a lot of details including the SCRIPT in the meantime follow @PENSHOPPE for Meet & Greet details!," Ramirez tweeted.

She added, "THE SELECTION of the ACTRESS position will only be revealed after Mario Maurer reviews the SCRIPT - so nothing is FINAL yet! Thank you."

Meanwhile, Ramirez said she will be flying to Thailand next week to introduce Star Cinema to Maurer.

Fanmade photo courtesy of bellefire.

Maria la del Barrio Premieres This August on Primetime Bida!

Erich Gonzales and Enchong Dee are going back on Primetime Bida!

ABS-CBN's remake of the hit Mexicanovela Maria La Del Barrio is going to hit Primetime Bida this August and not as part of the afternoon block Kapamilya Gold as it was previously announced.

Don't miss Erich Gonzales and Enchong Dee on Maria la del Barrio!

Erich Gonzales Back to Acting in MMK

Actress Erich Gonzales is back to acting via a special "Maalaala Mo Kaya" episode.

"Sobrang saya po and excited. Sana po ay abangan nila ito. Kasama ko po dito sina Albie Casiño at Miss Ana Capri," Gonzales told "Showbiz News Ngayon".

According to Gonzales she will be playing the character of Grace, an illegitimate child who is facing a lot of challenges in life.

"Ako si Grace, isang anak sa labas. I'm sure marami pong makaka-relate dito. 'Yong character ko dito 'yong journey niya kung paano niya babaguhin 'yong judgment ng tao at paano niya aayusin ang problema ng magulang niya," the actress said.

The young actress also said her newest television series "Maria la del Barrio" will be aired soon.

"'Yong 'Maria la del Barrio' po ay malapit na. Tuloy-tuloy naman po ang taping namin," she said.

Gonzales was known for her roles in the defunct afternoon TV series "Katorse" and "Tanging Yaman".

Source: www.abs-cbnnews.com