Sarah Geronimo and Gerald Anderson Invite Public to Watch Second Movie Together

Actor Gerald Anderson and Pop Princess Sarah Geronimo called on the public to support their second movie project.



In an interview with ABS-CBN News on Thursday, Geronimo said she and Anderson are working hard to make their movie beautiful.



“Nagpapasalamat kami sa lahat ng tumanggap ng tandem namin ni Gerald. Sa bawat project namin, ang goal [namin] ay mapasaya kayo, ma-entertain kayo nang husto,” she said.



Geronimo is hoping that people would appreciate this film the same way they patronized "Catch Me...I'm in Love," the Pop Princess' first movie with Anderson.



“Tulad ng sabi ni Direk Cathy, ang gauge ng pagiging magaling na aktor, hindi basehan sa klase ng role o storya, kundi kung paano mo na-execute. Yun ang pagtatrabahuhan namin na maging iba kahit simple lang ang characters and storya namin,” she said.



Anderson, for his part, said he is looking forward to working again with Geronimo as they are already comfortable with each other.



“Excited ako sa kuwento, 'yung teamwork na gagawin namin dito para mapaganda ang movie. Siyempre mas madali na para sa amin ni Sarah kasi nagsama na kami sa isang movie. Adjusted naman kami. Teka, adjusted from what? Ha ha ha. Mas sanay na kami sa isa't isa,” he explained.



The movie is set to be shown before the year ends.



Source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Kathryn Bernardo Doesn't Want to Assume That She is a Big Star Already

Parehong naging emosyunal sina Kathryn Bernardo at Julia Montes, ang mga bida ng pelikula ng Star Cinema na Way Back Home nang ganapin noong Martes, August 16, ang premiere night. Nawala daw ang kaba nila nang makita kung gaano kadami ang nagpakita ng suporta sa kanilang launching movie. Puro good reviews din ang nakuha ng pelikula mula sa mga nanonood.



“Masaya kasi nakita namin sa mga scenes kinikilig din sila, naiiyak din sila,” kuwento ni Kathryn nang ma-interview after the screening. “So natutuwa kami kasi effective. So sana ‘yung mga ‘di pa nakakapanood sana magustuhan din nila.”



Dahil sa magandang review sa pelikula, inaasahang lalong kikilalanin ang dalawa bilang promising young actresses. Confident na ba sila ngayon na lalo pa silang sisikat? “Hindi pa rin po ganun ka-confident,” sagot ni Kathryn. “Siguro na-lessen din po [ang kaba] pero hindi mo pa rin masasabi ‘yon. Ayoko pong mag-assume so sana ‘yung mga tao willing silang magbayad [para mapanood ang pelikula]. Wag bibili ng fake DVDs ganyan. ‘Yun ang talagang wino-worry ko. Tingnan natin ang week na ito kung susuportahan nila.”



Dahil sa phenomenal success ng kanilang pinagbidahang remake ng Mara Clara, marami ang nagsasabing sina Kathryn at Julia na ang next big stars. Dahil din sa magandang launching movie, sinasabing hindi raw ito malayong mangyari.



Pero para kay Kathryn, masyado pang maaga para mabansagan silang young superstars. “Hindi ko rin nilalagay sa ulo ko na young superstars kasi hindi naman parating kami lang. May darating [na bago]. ‘Yung sa akin po ibinibigay ko lang po ‘yung best ko sa lahat. Ayoko namang mag-expect na ako lang kasi maraming kakompitensya din. So ngayon ine-enjoy ko lang po ang blessings.”



Sa nasabing premiere night, sa lahat daw ng papuring narinig ni Kathryn, pinakagusto raw niya ang pagbati sa kanya ng ABS-CBN executives na sina Star Cinema Managing Director Malou N. Santos at ABS-CBN Entertainment Productions Head Cory Vidanes. “’Yung makita ko lang na happy po ‘yung mga boss, sina Tita Malou, Tita Cory, makita ko lang na kino-congratulate kami at umiiyak sila, ‘yun eh. Sobrang magandang prize na ‘yon. Makita ko lang ang Mara Clara family, ‘yung Growing Up family na proud na proud sila sa akin, para sa akin okay na ‘yun eh.” Ang Growing Up ay ang upcoming teen-oriented teleserye na pagbibidahan nina Kathryn at Julia soon.



Bukod din sa dalawang dalaga, umani rin ng magagandang reviews ang kanilang mga leading men sa pelikula na sina Sam Concepcion at Enrique Gil na nagpadagdag kilig sa mga manonood. “Kasi sina Enrique at Sam talaga tinutulungan ako para kiligin ang audience. Kahit na first time naming magka-love team natutuwa ako kasi kinilikig ang mga tao sa mga scenes namin, sa fish jokes namin [ni Enrique] so salamat kasi effective actors sila.”

"Way Back Home" Combines a Touching Story with Powerful Cast

The movie Way Back Home tells the story of how a family was torn apart because the mother (Agot Isidro) stopped caring about anything else except for her missing daughter Joanna (Kathryn Bernardo). As a result, Jessica (Julia) grew up embittered by the fact that her accomplishments in school are not enough to bring back her mom’s zest for life. Until one day, they unexpectedly cross paths with Joanna and their family becomes complete again. But instead of being happy about it, Jessica’s insecurities get the best of her as Joanna wins over not only their mother’s love but even the affection of their schoolmates’ as well. How long will the rivalry between the two last? When will Jessica stop punishing Joanna for her miserable childhood?



It’s a simple enough storyline and one that is used many times before in Philippine movies and soaps. Nevertheless, the dramatic prowess and mass appeal of both Kathryn and Julia prove to be a refreshing treat to moviegoers. Those who have watched the movie can’t help but shed tears every time their characters go through heart-rending circumstances. Aside from the big confrontation scene between the two during a school retreat, Kathryn particularly shines when she has a heart-to-heart talk with Agot, asking permission for her to go back to her family in the province. She is endearing all throughout the film and shows great promise as a certified dramatic actress. Julia, on the other hand, wows audience with how easily she transforms from a rebellious teenager to a loving daughter and sister in the movie. One of her notable scenes is the part where she finally voices out her long-buried resentments to her mother.



Although Julia and Kathryn don’t necessarily need a love team to make the movie work, viewers who are looking for a romantic angle won’t be disappointed at all. Enrique Gil and Sam Concepcion proved to be great additions to the cast since they established on screen chemistry with Kathryn and Julia, respectively. The two pairs even complement each other with Kathryn and Enrique's cheesy but sweet encounters together with Julia and Sam’s love-hate relationship in the film.



All in all, Way Back Home is a must-see film that’s not only value for money but is also good entertainment for viewers of any age.



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Enrique Gil Didn't Expect to be Part of Way Back Home

Enrique Gil didn’t expect to land a role in the movie Way Back Home, much less be paired with its lead star Kathryn Bernardo. As it is, his character was supposed to be played by Albie Casiño, who used to be Kathryn’s love team in the teleserye Mara Clara. “Hindi ko talaga inasahan na mapupunta sa akin yung role kasi ginagawa ko yung Mula Sa Puso that time at alam kong may parating akong bagong soap (Budoy). Tapos may tumawag sa akin, ang sabi, ‘Magsyu-shooting ka na in two days for the movie.’ Kaya may konting kaba kasi first time kami magkakaparehas ni Kathryn. Sana pumatok sa mga fans, sana ma-enjoy nila yung mga scenes namin together,” said Enrique in a recent interview with Push.com.ph.



The 19-year-old cutie further shared that he owes a lot to director Wenn Deramas who gave him his first major break on TV. “Magandang experience for me yung naging role ko sa Mula Sa Puso kasi hindi na siya pang-tweetums. In-encourage kasi kami ni Direk Wenn na mas mature yung ipakita naming acting sa viewers. Nag-step up na yung role, pero it doesn’t mean na hindi na ako pwede sa mga pang-tweetums na role. Siyempre happy naman ako kung ano mang projects na ipagkakatiwala sa akin ng Kapamilya network.”



As for his love life, Enrique insisted that he’s not pursuing anyone at the moment. He also refuted previous reports linking him to Erich Gonzales. “Siyempre masasabi kong crush ko siya dahil mabait at maganda naman talaga si Erich. Naging close lang kami kasi hosts kami dati ng Shoutout. Tapos lumabas kami as a group ng iba naming kasamahan nung patapos na yung show. Pero hindi naman ako nanligaw [sa kanya], kasi trabaho lang talaga. Wala yun sa isip ko ngayon. Tsaka maraming nali-link sa kanya, ’di lang naman ako.”



Unlike other celebrity couples, Enrique claimed that he wouldn’t keep his relationship a secret if he truly has a girlfriend. “Kapag nagkaroon ako ng girlfriend at the right time, hindi ko ide-deny. Paano kung wrong time? Depende po eh. Kung totoo talaga, ayoko ng dine-deny ang girlfriend. Gusto ko kapag meron akong girfriend paninindigan ko. I want to be proud of it.”



Is he affected by the fact that Erich is projecting a sexier image in her latest soap, Maria La Del Barrio? “Ewan ko, I’m not in the right position para magselos. At siguro hindi naman din masyadong daring yung role niya. It's the management’s choice, so okay lang. Hindi naman siya nagpaalam sa akin. Hindi naman kailangan. Tsaka lately, wala na talaga kaming communication,” he added.



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Way Back Home Stars on Us Girls

Get intimate with the lead stars of “Way Back Home” Julia Montes, Kathryn Bernardo, Sam Concepcion and Enrique Gil as they share their secrets on fashion, diet, beauty and fitness in “Us Girls” this Thursday (August 18).



Iya Villania, Chesca Garcia-Kramer, and Angel Aquino will hunt for hangout spots and inexpensive dining places with good food and great value, while radio’s popular DJs like Jasmin of Tambayan 101.9 and Papa Jack will offer their warm advice for our Kabarkadas’ romance and relationship problems.



All these and more in “Us Girls” this Thursday (August 17), 9:30pm on Studio 23. If you miss it, you can watch it online on Studio 23′s Catch Up TV via www.studio23.tv.

Eugene Domingo and Toni Gonzaga's Riot Fun in Wedding Tayo, Wedding Hindi

Sinisiguro nina Eugene Domingo at Toni Gonzaga na gugulong sa katatawa ang mga manonood sa una nilang pagsasama sa pelikulang Wedding Tayo, Wedding Hindi! Iikot sa mga kuwento ng pagpapakasal, ayaw magpakasal, o tatalikod sa kasal, ang pelikula nina Eugene at Toni.



Sabi nga ni direk Jose Javier Reyes, isa itong comedy riot with sense. And with his lead actors, Uge na isang award-winning actress who always tackles her comedic roles with a flavor na s’ya lang ang nag-iisang nakakatimpla and Toni who’s in a league of her own doing roles na s’ya rin lang ang nakakagawa, this is definitely an event movie.



Sa pelikula, magpinsan sina Toni at Uge. Ang isa ay gustong tapusin ang kanyang marriage, at isa naman ay gusto na pakasal.



Tipong excited bride and exhausted wife ang drama ng dalawa.



Kasama rin sa Wedding Tayo Wedding Hindi sina Zanjoe Marudo at Wendell Ramos.

John Lloyd Cruz and Angel Locsin Reveal Why They are Excited to Work on Their Upcoming Movie

John Lloyd Cruz and Angel Locsin are very eager to begin work on their upcoming movie under Star Cinema. For Angel, the movie project is a dream come true because she has been very vocal about wanting to shoot a movie with Lloydy. “Excited ako talaga, at si Lloydy, gaya ng sinasabi ko dati, siya talaga sa tingin ko ang pinakamagaling na aktor sa batch namin,” explained Angel. “Iba kasi ang discipline ‘pag pelikula, eh.”



Another thing that makes the actress excited about the movie is the fact that the project is entirely different from the previous teleserye they did, Imortal. “Sinasabi ko kay Lloydy sana magkaroon kami ng pelikula na hindi naman kami nagsusuntukan, hindi naman kami nagkakagatan. Parang sa Imortal, ‘di ba?” Angel is also looking forward to working together with the block-buster director Cathy Garcia Molina.



Without going into details, John Lloyd said that the movie will be a romantic drama and it’s something new that they want to offer to their followers. “Kahit lagi naming sinasabi kaming mga artista ‘pag gumagawa ng pelikula, we want to offer something different, something new, talagang totoo naman. That’s always the intention. Sana itong [project] kung mapag-uusapan ‘yung konsepto and ‘yung intention namin na ma-achieve namin ‘yung konsepto, we can definitely offer something different.”



Lloydy said that he is still excited about working with Angel because it will still be a new experience for them. “Basically the whole journey of doing this film kasi kakaiba siya dun sa Imortal, so panibagong mundo na naman ‘yung papasukin namin. Iba ‘yung pelikula. Iba ‘yung nature, iba ‘yung environment.”



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Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes, Nervous Over 'Way Back Home'

Young actresses Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes admitted that they are feeling nervous over the red carpet premiere of their first film together, "Way Back Home."



In an interview with ABS-CBN's "Showbiz News Ngayon," Bernardo said that they are not sure if the people they invited can make it to the premiere, which will be held at SM Megamall on Tuesday night.



"Kinakabahan kami siyempre kung makakapunta ang mga taong makakapunta sa aming [premiere] at kung ano ang reaksyon nila kapag nakita nila ang movie," she said.



"Sana po makita namin kayo sa August 16, sa SM Megamall na po 'yan."



Montes, for her part, said, "And sa August 17 na po ang family drama of the year ng Star Cinema, 'Way Back Home.' Sana po ay suportahan niyo po kami ni Kathryn."



"Way Back Home," directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng, tells the story of family members who learn to accept and forgive one another despite their differences.



The film also stars Enrique Gil, Lotlot de Leon, Tonton Gutierrez and Agot Isidro.



Source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Kim Chiu Thrilled to Work With Governor Vilma Santos

Actress Kim Chiu shared her excitement over reports that she will be doing a movie with the Star for All Seasons, Batangas Governor Vilma Santos.



She admitted, though, that there is no confirmation yet on the said project.



"Hindi ko pa po alam. Wala pa daw pong time," she said in an interview during a press conference for her upcoming show, "Binondo Girl," which will air on August 22.



"Alam mo maski ano, basta kasama si Ms. Vilma," she added.



Newspaper and online reports said that Chiu will be doing a horror film with Santos under Star Cinema, which was a working title "The Healing."



The movie will be directed by Chito S. Roño, the same man behind hit horror films "Feng Shui" and "Sukob," the reports added.



Meanwhile, Chiu also expressed her desire to work with Superstar Nora Aunor.



"Kung Nora Aunor? Pwede din, ikaw ba naman [magiging choosy pa]. Ang tagal-tagal na niyang artista," the young actress said.



Asked if she is a fan of Aunor (Noranian) or Santos (Vilmanian), Chiu replied, "Wala pa ako sa panahon na nag-aagawan sila. Ako, sa akin kahit sino."



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Kim Chiu Thrilled to Work With Governor Vilma Santos

Actress Kim Chiu shared her excitement over reports that she will be doing a movie with the Star for All Seasons, Batangas Governor Vilma Santos.



She admitted, though, that there is no confirmation yet on the said project.



"Hindi ko pa po alam. Wala pa daw pong time," she said in an interview during a press conference for her upcoming show, "Binondo Girl," which will air on August 22.



"Alam mo maski ano, basta kasama si Ms. Vilma," she added.



Newspaper and online reports said that Chiu will be doing a horror film with Santos under Star Cinema, which was a working title "The Healing."



The movie will be directed by Chito S. Roño, the same man behind hit horror films "Feng Shui" and "Sukob," the reports added.



Meanwhile, Chiu also expressed her desire to work with Superstar Nora Aunor.



"Kung Nora Aunor? Pwede din, ikaw ba naman [magiging choosy pa]. Ang tagal-tagal na niyang artista," the young actress said.



Asked if she is a fan of Aunor (Noranian) or Santos (Vilmanian), Chiu replied, "Wala pa ako sa panahon na nag-aagawan sila. Ako, sa akin kahit sino."



Source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Angeline Quinto Sings Way Back Home Theme Song

“Star Power” champion Angeline Quinto believes it is an honor to sing the theme song of Star Cinema’s latest movie offering, “Way Back Home.”



Quinto told “Showbiz News Ngayon” on Tuesday that she found it extremely challenging to belt out her own rendition of Lea Salonga’s “You’re My Home.”



“Medyo mahirap po yung kanta para sa akin kasi medyo syempre hindi po ako masyadong kumakanta ng English, kumbaga mas ano [forte] ko po kasi ang Tagalog talaga. Pero, maganda yung kanta e kaya kahit papaano po e nabigyan naman ng magandang feelings yung kanta,” she said.



Meanwhile, Quinto admitted that she has never taken off the necklace given to her by her long-time showbiz crush, Coco Martin.



She explained, “Simula noon talaga hindi ko siya tinanggal kasi sa totoo po gusto ko po talaga bumili para sa sarili ko ng kwintas na may cross. Naghahanap ako ng medyo mura kasi ang mamahal nung mga napagtanungan ko.”



To return the favor, Quintos revealed that she plans to buy Martin a present for his upcoming birthday.



“Tinatanong ko nga kung kelan yung birthday niya (Martin) e. November din pala siya. Ayun po, siguro sa birthday na lang niya ako magreregalo, kumbaga kapalit po nito,” she said.

John Lloyd Cruz and Angel Locsin Reunite in Star Cinema's I Honestly Love You

John Lloyd Cruz and Angel Locsin are back together again for a new movie project under ABS-CBN's Star Cinema.



The new movie with working title "I Honestly Love You" will be the twosome's first project after their hit TV series "Imortal."



"Sigurado na po, totoo na po ito. This calls for a celebration," Cruz said.



"Ako excited ako kasi matagal na din yung Imortal. Parang ang tagal ko ding nagpahinga tapos pagbalik ko si Lloydie agad ang kasama ko," Locsin said.



Cruz said that in the movie, they will try their best to give the moviegoers a fresh story and unique performance.



"Kahit na lagi naming sinasabi kaming mga artista, kaming gumagawa ng pelikula, lagi we wanna offer something different, something new, well talaga naman that's always the intention," Cruz said.

Julia Montes Admits Getting Backlash for Playing Kontrabida

After portraying the role of the scheming Clara in the popular remake of the afternoon series Mara Clara, Julia Montes takes on another meaty role as Jessica Santiago, one of the lead characters in the upcoming drama flick Way Back Home. “Excited ako sa movie namin with Star Cinema and yung teen show namin na Growing Up,” she shared.



After the success of Mara Clara, Julia said she has adopted a more enthusiastic attitude towards working in the limelight. “Siguro naging mas excited na ako magtrabaho sa mga next projects ko kasi na-e-excite ako na pagkatapos ng Mara Clara, ano kaya susunod na ibibigay sa akin or anong challenge naman ipapagawa sa akin, more on sa ganun ang naiisip ko,” she admitted.



The 16-year-old actress also admitted she will never let the instant fame get to her. “Siguro kasi ang dami ko ring pinagdaanan before. Galing rin ako sa ilalim, sa auditions, so nafi-feel ko rin yung nafi-feel ng iba. Hindi ko naman gusto na porke’t nagkaroon lang ng show or sumikat lang ako eh mag-iiba na porke’t napunta na ako dun. Parang siyempre iisipin mo kung ikaw yung nandun dati, ayaw mo ring ganunin ka so huwag kang manggaganun,” she explained to Push.com.ph



Because of her anti-hero role in Mara Clara, Julia revealed that some people mistook her onscreen persona for her character in real life. “Meron akong natatanggap na ganung feedback. Feeling nila ganun na rin yung ugali ko, parang yung kay Clara pa rin. Pero sinasabi ko naman na iba talaga eh at hindi naman talaga ako ganun, role lang yun. Siguro minsan nadadala lang. Pero wala, malayong malayo talaga yung character ko sa show namin at sa ugali ko,” she stressed.



The Fil-German beauty also said that people close to her would never assume she is like Clara in real life. “Sinasabi ko na iba talaga ako kay Clara. Kung makikilala lang nila ako sa totoo, malalaman nila yung totoong ugali ko. Kung puwede lang yun para malaman nila. Basta, okay lang naman sa akin kasi typical naman sa tao yung magkaroon ng opinion. Basta ako sinasabi ko lang na hindi ako ganun,” she told Push.com.ph.



Despite the backlash, Julia said it will not deter her from accepting more kontrabida roles in the future. “Kung yun naman yung sa tingin ng ABS-CBN na maganda para sa akin, tatanggapin ko naman. Pero kung may ibibigay naman na chances na iba, why not?” she said matter-of-factly.



Julia admitted that it’s actually a challenge for her to play a villainous role. “Para sa akin mahirap in a way maging kontrabida kasi mahirap mang-away kasi kahit alam mong role lang siya, mahirap pa rin mang-away. Sa totoong buhay kasi siguro makikipag-away lang ako pag inaway ako. Pero as long as wala naman masyadong rason para mag-away, hindi naman ako nang-aaway ng basta-basta,” she added.



The young actress admitted she also wants to get the chance to play a heroine role in the future. “Siguro kung mabibigyan ng pagkakataon gusto ko naman ma-try mag-bida naman. Yung ako naman yung kino-kontrabidahan,” she said.



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Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes, Like Sisters in Real Life

Currently busy promoting her latest project, the Star Cinema drama Way Back Home, Kathryn Bernado admitted that she is excited to be back in the limelight along with former Mara Clara co-star Julia Montes. “I’m busy talaga dun sa movie and sa Growing Up. Siyempre aabangan nung fans sana kasi matagal na din yung pagkawala namin sa TV sa Mara Clara so dito mapapanuod nila kami ulit ni Julia tapos ibang Kathryn din ang makikita nila. Talagang pinaghirapan namin ito ng sobra kaya sana maagustohan nila,” she said.



The 15-year-old actress admitted that she and Julia have gotten even closer than before, even off-cam. “Close na naman talaga kami ni Julia. From Goin Bulilit and Mara Clara, lalong na-develop yung friendship namin and hindi ko lang siya kaibigan pero tinuturing ko na siyang kaipatid eh. Parati kami lumalabas or tatambay siya sa bahay ko, ganyan. Supportive din siya sa akin. Close na din ang families namin. Si Lola pati si mama sobrang gusto rin siya,” she shared.



Kathryn revealed that one of their favorite bonding activities is going to the mall during days when they don’t have work. It also doesn’t hurt that they both share a passion for shopping and have even gotten matching outfits together. “Mahilig kami mag-malling tapos bibili kami ng magkapareho na damit. Marami na kaming nabili na mga gamit na pareho. Tapos nagpapa-foot spa kami, ganyan. Tapos tambay lang sa bahay,” she said.



Kathryn shared that although she enjoys hanging out with friends at home, she really enjoys being out and about. “I really like malling and shopping. Ayokong nasa bahay parati, guso ko nagmo-mall ako. Ikot-ikot lang sa mall, Masaya na ako dun,” she added.



After the almost overnight popularity she got with the success of Mara Clara, Kathryn said she has not allowed fame to get to her. “I try to stay the same. Ayoko talaga magbago. At saka feeling ko ayaw rin ng family ko ng ganun, pag may nakikita sila sa akin, pagsasabihan nila ako agad para ma-correct. Pero so far, wala pa naman yatang ganun. Bawal maging ganun,” she stressed.



The Way Back Home actress said that the only difference now is that she is more ready to face the crowd after becoming more recognizable in public. But other than that, she is still the same down-to-earth person that she has always been. “Pareho lang ako ngayon. Siguro lang naging confident ako, kasi ngayon medyo kilala na ako ng mga tao kahit saan ako magpunta. Hindi katulad ng dati na hindi ka nila papansinin. Ngayon kailangan may image ka na aalgaan kasi bawat labas mo may makakakilala sa ‘yo,” she admitted to Push.com.ph.



The Star Magic talent also admitted that she would rather focus on her career than boys at this moment. “Hanggang admirers lang sila. Wala muna ngayon. Open ako sa manliligaw pero hanggang dun lang. Wala munang commitment,” she shared.



Kathryn said she hopes to be able to do a different kind of project someday where she can play a lighter kind of character. “Siguro yung malayo naman sa character ni Mara. Yung hindi paawa. Siguro yung medyo love story na comedy, yung malayo sa drama para iba naman. Parang yung roles ni Sarah Geronimo, mga My Girl na type of role ni Kim Chiu. Or like yung Thai movie na Crazy Little Thing Called Love. Mga pa-tweetums na makaka-relate yung mga teenagers,” she said.



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Gerald Anderson and Sarah Geronimo on Making a Movie Again Together

Following the success of their first film, actor Gerald Anderson and Pop Princess Sarah Geronimo are set to be paired once again for a movie this year.



In an interview with ABS-CBN News on Tuesday, both celebrities hoped to make viewers fall in love with their tandem even if they are not a couple in real life.



Anderson, in particular, said that people should not preempt their blossoming friendship.



“Dapat hayaan na lang, mangyayari ang mangyayari...step by step,” he said.



Asked if it is possible for her to fall in love with Anderson, Geronimo sang, "Bakit di na lang totohanin ang lahat?"



"Kilala niyo naman ako sa pagiging joker ko. But I hope this time, wala naman akong ma-offend na kahit sino."



Anderson and Geronimo were first paired in the movie "Catch Me...I'm In Love," which was shown last March.

Kathryn Bernardo Doesn't Mind Being Compared With Julia Montes

After being catapulted to star status by their hit teleserye Mara Clara, Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes will clash once again, this time on the big screen via Star Cinema’s upcoming offering Way Back Home. Those who got hooked on the rivalry between Kathryn and Julia’s characters in their TV series are in for a new treat in Way Back Home. Kathryn shared, “Iba po itong movie, hindi tulad ng Mara Clara na maraming sampalan and sabunutan. Walang masyadong sakitan, more on the dialogue.”



Kathryn confessed that she is feeling the pressure to follow up the success of Mara Clara by making their launching movie a box office hit. “Nararamdaman talaga namin ‘yung kaba kasi iba na ang pelikula. Sa TV isang click lang makakapanood na ang mga tao. Pero sa movie kailangan nang magbayad. Iba rin ang acting sa movie kaya mas challenging.”



In the movie, Kathryn will play Joanna who after years of living with amnesia comes home to her real family. But the lost time has alienated Joanna from everyone, most especially to her elder sister Jessica, played by Julia. Kathryn explained that she doesn’t mind being typecast playing goodie-oppressed roles on screen. “Hindi ako natatakot na ma-typecast na api-apihan lagi. Pero sana mabigyan din ako ng chance na gumawa ng bago para maiba naman. Nasa management po ‘yun kung anong roles ang bagay sa akin.”



For her impressive acting talent, Kathryn is now being tagged as Judy Ann Santos’s successor. But the teen actress said she prefers establishing her own name in the industry. “Sobrang thankful kasi sobrang laking artista ni Ms. Juday. Malaking compliment na maikumpara sa kanya. Pero sabi na sa akin ni Ate Juday noon na ayaw naman niyang pati ‘yung pag-arte niya e gayahin ko. Gusto niya gumawa ako ng sarili kong name. Kaya ngayon happy siya sa nagiging takbo ng career ko.”



Both Kathryn and Julia are predicted to be on their way to superstardom. That’s why aside from playing rivals onscreen, they are also being pitted against each other as to who is more talented and popular. However, Kathryn said that despite the intrigues, she and Julia remain good friends. “Hindi talaga maiiwasan ang comparison sa artista lalo na sa aming dalawa ni Julia. Pero alam namin pareho na hindi kami dapat magpaapekto. For as long as alam naming dalawa kung ano ang totoo friends pa rin kami. Kapag work, work lang. Wala namang personalan sa amin ni Julia. Effective si Julia kapag eksena kaya makaka-react ka talaga nang tama.”



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Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes Regarded as Next Superstars

Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes are now regarded as the newest breakthrough stars, having starred in the top-rating teleserye Mara Clara and now in the upcoming movie Way Back Home. During the press conference for the film opening August 17, the two young stars talked about their experience making the jump from teleserye to movie. They described Way Back Home as the fulfillment of their dream to see themselves play lead roles on the big screen.



Director Jerry Sineneng attested to the observations of fans and critics alike that Kathryn and Julia both have the makings superstars and have even been likened to Judy Ann Santos and Claudine Barretto. Direk Jerry shared, “Deep in my heart nararamdaman ko na si Kathryn ay sumusunod sa yapak ni Judy Ann Santos and si Julia naman sumusunod sa yapak ni Claudine Barretto. Pareho silang magaling, very professional, passionate at committed sa kanilang trabaho. Ginu-groom talaga sila as parehong bida. Pareho silang bida material. Baka siguro maging future rivals sila in terms of popularity, talent, number of fans. They are future superstars.”



The veteran director had some advice for the two young stars so they can stay long in the business. “Always keep your feet on the ground. The more you go up the ladder kasi the more responsibility you have. Mas malaki ang ine-expect sa iyo ng mga tao. You have to learn to embrace those things na kasabay ng pagsikat. ‘Wag lumaki ang ulo at laging lumingon sa pinanggalingan. I’ve been a director for 16 years. Marami na akong na handle na sumikat, pero nasaan na ngayon. Ang nagtatagal kasi talaga aside from talent is ‘yung tingin sa iyo ng mga katrabaho mo. Once trust ang nasira mahirap nang makuha uli.”



Agot Isidro, who plays their mother in Way Back Home, talked about the positive traits she saw in the two stars while shooting the movie. “Nararamdaman ko ‘yung kanilang determination at hard work. They really do the best that they can in every scene. Kapag take na or kapag nagri-rehearse na, yun talagang parang sinasaniban. Ang nakatrabaho nila ay ang kaibigan kong si Mylene (Dizon) sa Mara Clara and I've heard good feedbacks from her.”



Agot added that with the talent and hard work, if Kathryn and Julia will also have the right attitude, they are more likely to become superstars like Judy Ann Santos and Claudine Barretto. “As long as they play their part. I mean, the talent is there, the looks are there, the attitude. As long as they stay that way. Kasi yung dalawang stars (Judy Ann and Claudine), especially Juday, talagang until now she's hardworking. Sana maging ganun din sina Kathryn at Julia.”



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Mario Maurer Willing to Do a Movie in the Philippines

Pumunta ang The Buzz sa Thailand nitong nakaraang linggo at pinalad makasilip sa isang clothing pictorial ng Thai teen heartthrob na si Mario Maurer. Nagkaroon ng chance ang TV program na ma-interview ang binata na sikat na sikat ngayon sa bansa. Minahal ng mga Pinoy si Mario dahil sa Thai movie na Crazy Little Thing Called Love at marami ang nahumaling sa dugong Chinese-German actor. Dagdag pa niya, malaking oportunidad daw kung makagagawa siya ng pelikula sa bansa. “I never expected I’d get famous in (the) Philippines nor in China or in Taiwan,” simula niya. Bukas din siya na makapareha ng isang Pinay actress.



Ang libangan daw niya ay pagkolekta ng mga vintage car models. “And I collect many books about cars,” dagdag pa niya. Sinabi pa niya na mayroon nga raw siyang maliit na model ng Philippine jeep at itinatago niya ito sa isang cabinet niya sa bahay. Kapag may libreng oras, ang pinagkakaabalahan daw niya, “I usually go skate-boarding (or) go to the gym and lift weights with my friends.”



Meron din daw siyang simpleng pangarap. “I just wanna build a house with a little bit of space and I want to make a garage and next to the garage I want to make a skateboard park. I want to wake up in the garage and walk a little bit and I have my skateboard park.”



Sa tipo naman niyang babae, paglalarawan ni Mario, “I like (a) sweet girl, kinda happy girl, funny girl. I like girls who dress up nice.”



Sinabi pa sa report ng The Buzz kahapon na pinaplano ngayon ng Star Cinema na kunin si Mario para makagawa ng movie sa bansa. “If I have a chance to do a movie in the Philippines (it) would be very great,” anang aktor.



Sinabi rin ni Mario na bibisita siya sa bansa para sa endorsement ng isang clothing brand.



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Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes Named as the Next Judy Ann Santos and Claudine Barretto

During the presscon for the upcoming Star Cinema movie “Way Back Home,” its lead stars Julia Montes and Kathryn Bernardo are being tagged by the entertainment press as the next Claudine Barretto and Judy Ann Santos.



This is simply because both Julia and Kathryn show a lot of promise in their budding career since their last project, “Mara Clara,” has been a nationwide top-rater.



And since both of them have already established solid followers in different parts of the country, ABS-CBN is giving them another TV project (Growing Up) and the network’s film outfit, Star Cinema, is launching them on the big screen via the coming-of-age drama “Way Back Home.”



With the way their careers are moving, there’s no doubt that both Julia and Kathryn will follow the footsteps of their idols.

Kathryn Bernardo Hopes Fans Will Support Her Pairing With Enrique Gil

Fresh from the success of their primetime teleserye Mara Clara, Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes are now headlining a movie. The two young actresses star in the new Star Cinema offering entitled Way Back Home. The film is scheduled for nationwide release on August 17, but as early as now fans of Kathryn and Julia are very much excited to head to the theaters.

But there are also rumors that there are some fans who got very disappointed when it was confirmed Kathryn would be paired with Enrique Gil in the movie rather than her original leading man in Mara Clara, Albie Casiño.

Albie was originally part of Way Back Home as Kathryn’s leading man together with the late AJ Perez who was to be paired with Julia. When AJ died, Sam Concepcion was chosen to take over the role. As to why Albie was replaced by Enrique, Star Cinema management explained that they just want to experiment with different combinations for Kathryn and Julia. There was no mention if it had anything to do with controversies hounding Albie at the moment involving now pregnant ex-girlfriend Andi Eigenmann.

During the press conference for Way Back Home, Kathryn admitted that she felt a bit nervous thinking if fans will still support the movie even with a new leading man. She said, “Ang totoo po kinakabahan din ako, kung susuportahan pa rin ba ako ng fans kahit wala si Albie. Pine-pray ko pa rin na sana ‘yung mga fans namin ni Albie suportahan pa rin kami ni Enrique kasi ‘yung love team naman namin ni Enrique dito sa movie ibang iba dun sa nakita ng mga tao sa amin ni Albie sa Mara Clara.”

Kathryn lost touch with Albie when Mara Clara wrapped up, until last July 31 when they ran into each other at the Star Magic Games. “Sobrang na-miss ko si Albie kasi siya ‘yung parang kuya na namin. Siya 'yung nagbibigay ng advice.”

For Kathryn, doing Way Back Home could’ve been easier if she had Albie with her. “Siyempre po, si Albie, gamay na namin kasi po matagal kaming nagsama sa Mara Clara,” she reasoned.

She further confessed that at first she felt shy towards Enrique, but eventually they easily became good friends and both found it comfortable doing scenes together. “At first po, naiilang po ako kay Enrique. Pero noong tumagal kasi, dahil sobrang bait naman niya, parang masaya rin talaga na kasama sila ni Sam. So, kapag nagte-take na, okay na kami. Sa mga takes, ibinigay na namin ang best namin kasi, okay na, comfortable na kami sa isa't isa.”

According to director Jerry Sineneng, Kathryn and Enrique were able to forge a palpable onscreen chemistry in Way Back Home. “Sobrang kilig silang dalawa. Unang eskena pa lang nila nakitaan ko na agad ng chemistry. Dun ko nasabi na bagay talaga si Kathryn and Enrique.”

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