Kylie Padilla: Never force something that has passed its expiry date

BY NEIL RAMOS

Jan 15, 2025 07:40 PM

  

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Kylie Padilla was hot topic on social media recently.

It all started with her sharing this on Threads:

“I swear I’m not naive, but I want my relationships to last forever, which is probably why I stay longer than I should. I just don’t want to accept failure. But never force something that has passed its expiry date.” 

Many believe she is alluding to being single again.

One fan even commented, “If you really are single now. I know it’s an unsolicited opinion, but I would have to say it anyway. Challenge yourself to stay single for at least 1 year. It might be impossible for the Aquarius woman like you na walang karelasyon for that long, but it’s better to focus more on your kids and career muna sa 2025 than finding or having a love life. Try to have a strong goal, like winning an acting award this year. Why not, diba? I understand your physical needs, but don’t be in a relationship because of it.”

It actually prompted a reply from the actress. 

“Exactly the goal,” Kylie retorted in the now deleted comment.

It didn’t end there.

Kylie also posted, “A lot of women are single because they elevated their standards. Can’t blame them for that.”

She followed it up with, “Cut it before any ties form. You know yourself, so be smarter.” 

Kylie is yet to confirm speculations about her being single anew.

Recall the 31-year-old admitted to being in a relationship July last year. 

She was previously married to actor Aljur Abrenica with whom she shares two sons, Alas and Axl.

Winwyn Marquez flaunts bikini bod to greet New Year

BY NEIL RAMOS

Jan 3, 2025 06:33 PM 

Winwyn Marquez surprised fans recently posting on social media several photos of her wearing a two-piece bikini.

In the caption, the beauty queen-actress made it appear as if she’s simply ringing in 2025.

“New year, new photos. Hello, 2025,” she wrote. 

However, many believe there is more to the move than that.

They insist that Winwyn is actually dropping a clue about her making a comeback to pageantry this year, particularly the Miss Universe Philippines tilt. 

Talk about it actually started November last year after Winwyn posted on social media a photo of her holding a flower over her face. 

She captioned it with “Filipina” together with a crown emoji.

Just a few weeks later, Winwyn shared a video of her dancing to “Mexicana,” the official song of the recent Miss Universe pageant.

So, is she? 

As of writing, Winwyn is yet to confirm the issue. 

Winwyn made history in 2017 as the first Filipina to win the Reina Hispanoamericana crown. 

No one has duplicated the feat so far.

Note the daughter of screen veterans Joey Marquez and Alma Moreno, is a cousin of Michelle Dee, who competed and finished in the Top 10 of Miss Universe 2023.

Winwyn is mom to daughter Luna. 

Pia Wurtzbach to be recognized as Global Fashion Influencer of the year

BY NEIL RAMOS

  

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Pia Wurtzbach is to be honored as Global Fashion Influencer of the Year at the fourth EMIGALA Fashion & Beauty Awards in Dubai, to be held April 27–28.

Organizers of the event, which honors various members and contributors to the fashion and beauty industries globally, shared the news on Instagram.

It is a huge milestone for the former beauty queen, who made a splash as first-time attendee at the Milan and Paris Fashion Weeks last year, going on to secure the sixth spot in the list of “most visible influencers” by Lefty.io, an influencer marketing platform, earning 2.95 million dollars in media value (EMV) due to her social media presence during the fashion weeks.

The success led to comparisons with Heart Evangelista, also a regular at fashion weeks.

Some have even suggested the two are competing.

Heart denied this. 

Pia also downplayed the allegations, insisting “there is so much room in this world for everyone to shine.”

Sarah Geronimo makes history at 2024 Billboard Women in Music Awards

BY NEIL RAMOS

  

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Sarah Geronimo made history becoming the first Pinay to receive the Global Force Award at the Billboard Women in Music Awards held in Inglewood, California, on March 6.

She shared the recognition with Italian singer-songwriter Annalisa and Brazilian singer-songwriter Luisa Sonza.

In her acceptance speech, Sarah said the recognition "signifies courage and hope."

"Courage to accept and embrace oneself. Courage to break boundaries and define standards. Courage to rise above all the setbacks and challenges that one artist or one person has to face,” the 35-year-old singer-songwriter added.

“And the hope that one day this recognition will bridge the Philippines and other nations to create change and positivity through the world to the power of music."

She ended, "Muli ako po si Sarah Geronimo, isang Filipina. Maraming salamat. Mabuhay ang OPM.”  Other awardees:

Karol G (Woman of the Year)

NewJeans (Group of the Year)

Charli XCX (Powerhouse)

Ice Spice (Hitmaker)

Tems (Breakthrough)

Victoria Monét (Rising Star)

Film great Tikoy Aguiluz passes away

BY NEIL RAMOS

Feb 19, 2024 02:02 PM

  

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Filmmaker Amable "Tikoy" Aguiluz VI has passed away.

This was confirmed by his family Monday, Feb. 19, via a statement.

Tikoy was the co-founder of the UP Film Center.

He served as its assistant director until 1990.

He first gained notice via the 15-minute documentary "Mt. Banahaw, Holy Mountain," which won for him the Silver Trophy at the prestigious Young Filmmakers of Asia Festival.

His first full-length feature was "Boatman" released in 1984. 

Other notable works include "Balweg" (1985), "Segurista" (1996), "Rizal In Dapitan" (1997), "Tatsulok" (1998), "Tatarin" (2001),"Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story" (2011). 

In 2003, the French government awarded Aguiluz the Chevalier dans l'Ordre des Arts et des Letrres prize for his contributions to Philippine cinema.

Anne Curtis posts topless snap to celebrate 39th b-day

BY NEIL RAMOS

Feb 19, 2024 12:10 PM

  

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Anne Curtis turned 39 on Saturday, Feb 17.

She celebrated this by posting several hot photos as taken by BJ Pascual on social media.

"Birthday ko? Barefaced birthday," she wrote as caption.

 One of the photos is a close-up shot of her face. 

Another photo has the actress-TV host pairing a black leather jacket with a revealing bikini.

For full measure, Anne included a topless shot of her in the series. 

She then thanked everyone who sent her well wishes.

Several celebrities were quick to comment. 

Chie Filomeno wrote, “Happy birthday Dyosa."

Zeinab Harake remarked, "Happy birthday beautiful Anne." 

"Happy birthday, beautiful," said Sarah Lahbati.

MTRCB prohibits airing of show for alleged explicit sexual discussion

BY NEIL RAMOS

  

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The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) is seemingly on a roll.

After recently suspending for 28 airing days two shows on the Sonshine Media Network International (SMNI), it has now prohibited the airing of "Private Convos with Doc Rica" on the One News Cable Channel, this, for supposedly appealing to the “prurient interest of the average person.”

Beyond that, the MTRCB is also prohibiting the “exportation, copying, distribution, sale, lease, exhibition” of the show in all media platforms within its jurisdiction.

In a statement, the MTRCB related how the decision came about, starting with their Monitoring and Inspection Unit (MIU) having been receiving numerous complaints relating the show, going on to flag in particular an episode that aired September 6 last year wherein show host Doc Rica allegedly discussed "sexual awakening" with her guest, during which explicit terms such as "self-masturbation, anal sex, and oral sex" were used.

In adherence to due process, those behind the show were immediately asked to appear before the MTRCB the same month to explain their position on the matter.

They supposedly asserted that the program is imbued with “educational and social value.” 

The MTRCB demurred. 

It maintained that the show’s use of explicit terms, coupled with the totality of actions and expressions of the host and her guest/s, “fall within materials which appeal to the prurient interest of the average person.”

The Board also raised concerns over the appropriateness of the show’s time slot considering its content.

“The Respondents are remiss for broadcasting the mentioned television program during Child-Viewing Hours, despite asserting that the Subject Episodes were merely used as fillers in the afternoon time slot,” it said. 

“Additionally, the Respondents failed to implement the necessary MTRCB rating for the Television Program despite being aware that the subject matter is unsuitable for very young televiewers,” it added.

MTRCB Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer, Lala Sotto, maintained, "We unequivocally denounce any blatant disregard for the law. With the freedom to broadcast content comes a responsibility. We implore broadcasters and content providers to be circumspect and responsible in their creative processes, acknowledging the profound influence that on-screen content holds.”

BY NEIL RAMOS

Jan 20, 2024 12:21 PM

  

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A 22-year-old vendor-turned-athlete was crowned Miss Iloilo 2024.

Alexie Mae Caimoso Brooks, an American-Filipino born in Lebanon but raised in Leon, Iloilo, dedicated her win to her grandma.

“Kasi everything that I do right now or everything that I have ever done is all for her,” she told ABS-CBN News. 

She added, “My grandma is my life. Without her, I don’t have this dream, or I don’t think that I will even be able to achieve the achievements that I have right now.”

Alexie is blessed with short curly hair, dark skin.

Observers believe her “exotic” looks could be a huge boon as she enters this year’s Miss Universe Philippines pageant. 

But Alexie admitted the same caused her much anguish prior. 

“I often get bullied for being black,” she related. 

That they are also poor added to the seeming torment. 

“Going to school, I remember that we don’t have money to buy rice. And the kids would always eat sa table, and I would go to the rest room and eat there. “Because I don’t want them kasi to see what I’m eating kasi they’re gonna bully you for that, e.”

She became an athlete while in college, competing in the high jump, among others, going on to win tons of medals.

She also competed at the Southeast Asian Games. 

Made strong, resilient by adversity, Alexie is also smart, witty.

She is pushing for women empowerment, as made obvious in the words she shared during the tilt.

She said, “I want women to move forward. Abante, babae. This is something that comes from my heart...I want to empower women...women can be so much more, women are capable of so much more. Abante, babae...”

Bea Binene sizzles at 26

BY NEIL RAMOS

Nov 6, 2023 12:17 PM

  

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Bea Binene shocked fans and friends alike recently, posing for the camera sans bra.

She did so in celebration of her 26th birthday on Nov. 4.

In the photo, Bea is seen covered with nothing but a black blazer. 

Some of her showbiz friends were quick to share a comment.

Janno Gibbs wrote: "Happy Bday Nak @beabinene ❤️ Magtakip ka nga!"

Barbie Forteza said: "Happy birthday, @beabinene 🔥 keep slaying, queen! 👑 I love you! ❤️"  

Gina Alajar said: "Happy birthday Bey❣️ baby face ka pa din my dear 💜💜💜"

Note that Bea rarely appears in sexy attire.

Many have been asking her to take on sexy roles but she has consistently made clear she is not ready to do so.  

KSMBPI sues AJ Raval, several other Vivamax stars

BY NEIL RAMOS

Oct 17, 2023 04:06 PM

  

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There seems to be no stopping the Kapisanan ng Social Media Broadcasters ng Pilipinas Inc. (KSMBPI).

After filing criminal charges against sexy actress Angeli Khang for allegedly committing "cybercrime violations in relation to obscene publication," the group is moving on to other personalities, including Aljur Abrenica's girlfriend AJ Raval.

The KSMBPI is accusing the actress of violating Article 201 of the Revised Penal Code in relation to Section 6 of R.A. 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012), basically the same charge they leveled against Angeli. 

The same goes for Angeli and AJ's fellow Vivamax stars Ayanna Misola and Azi Acosta.

KSMBPI legal counsel Atty. Mark Tolentino made public their move via Facebook.

AJ, Ayanna, Azi as with Angeli, are yet to issue a statement on the issue. 

Prior, KSMBPI filed a complaint of similar nature against Vice Ganda, Ion Perez, and vlogger Toni Fowler.