Expect five big events all in one spectacular weekend as TV5’s international arm, Pilipinas Global Network Limited (PGN Ltd.) brings “Give Me 5 Kapatid” in the Middle East to officially announce the entry of its two global channels, Kapatid TV5 and Aksyon TV International, in Dubai and Abu Dhabi on November 3-5, 2011.

This three-day never-before-done weekend extravaganza is jam-packed with fun activities for fellow Kapatids in the Middle East, including the most exciting Pinoy Explorer Promo, the special Premiere of Sa Ngalan ng Ina, Grand Fan’s day and concert featuring Side A at the Abu Dhabi National Theater on November 4, and the much-awaited Talentadong Pinoy’s 3rd International Auditions at Boracay Club, Asiana Hotel in Dubai on November 5.

Also joining “Give Me 5 Kapatid” in the Middle East are some of TV5’s popular stars such as Aga Muhlach, Ruffa Gutierrez and Shalala.

“Give Me 5 Kapatid” is TV5’s way of extending gratitude to the warm acceptance of the Filipino community to its two global channels. Through this unprecedented event, PGN Ltd., in partnership with OSN, not only gives world-class entertainment but also provides event attendees the opportunity to help those in need. “With the cooperation of the Philippine Embassy in the UAE, we are happy to embark on a fund-raising activity during the weekend festivities that will benefit some of our distressed Overseas Filipinos. Our aim is not only to entertain, but also to give back to our less fortunate Kapatids in the region”, said Claro Carmelo Ramirez, PGNL President.

TV5’s ‘Give Me 5 Kapatid’ Sets Off in the Middle East this November 3-5! originally appeared on Starmometer on October 29, 2011.

Hosted by the country’s award-winning actor and sought after endorser Aga Muhlach, Pinoy Explorer is a one-of-a-kind journey to discovering the many wonders of the world.

Sundays will never be this exciting as Aga personally takes the viewers on a real voyage using the most cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art computer graphics. Join Aga as he reveals the most awe-inspiring world of dinosaurs with the “Clash of the Titans” series and BBC’s “Walking with Dinosaurs.”

True to his title of being the Pinoy Explorer, Aga goes around the world, taking viewers with him and sharing with them his newfound knowledge and wondrous adventures in the most entertaining way possible. While exploring the world’s renowned dinosaur museum and resource center, he inspires viewers’ imagination through the most advanced virtual studio.

Directed by Rowell Santiago, each episode of Pinoy Explorer brings valuable learning about Geography, Science, and even Paleontology. Expect an all-new Aga Muhlach as we see him as himself this time, not portraying a role but showing his happiest and bubbliest personality as he leads us to discover the true beauty of the world we live in

Pinoy Explorer airs every Sunday after Pidol’s Wonderland starting this September 18, only on TV5.

Discover the World’s Wonders with Aga Muhlach on TV5’s ‘Pinoy Explorer’ originally appeared on Starmometer on September 13, 2011.

Aga Muhlach is leaving the country and everyone is wondering where he is going. Anyone can take a guess, but TV5 makes the guessing a lot more fun and exciting with the launch of the “Nasaan Si Aga?” text and Twitter promo which runs from August 10 to September 1, 2011.

The challenge lies in guessing where Aga is going via clues that will gradually be revealed in newspaper print ads and through the promo’s official website www.nasaansiaga.com. To join the “Nasaan Si Aga?” text promo, interested participants can register by texting AGA REG to 2929. Registration is free! To start guessing Aga’s whereabouts, participants can text AGA to 2929 and earn one raffle entry for each answer sent. The text promo is open to all Smart, Sun and Globe subscribers. Tariff rates apply.

For the “Nasaan Si Aga?” Twitter promo, participants can visit www.nasaansiaga.com and start earning raffle entries by tweeting using the #nasaansiaga hashtag. Each Twitter user earns one raffle entry regardless of how many tweets made. The profile photos of participants who tweet using the #nasaansiaga hashtag will be collated by a program to form a mosaic that will gradually show an image of Aga’s location. The mosaic can be viewed on the official website. The more tweets, the faster the image will form. Upon reaching 10,000 tweets, the complete image will be revealed.

At the end of the promo on September 1, 2011, one Twitter user from the mosaic will be chosen as the winner of a brand new Apple iPad2. The “Nasaan Si Aga?” text promo winner of an Asian adventure for 2 will also be announced during an event in September.

So, as Aga sets off to leave for his unknown destination, get ready to start guessing and join the mobile and online craze that will surely test your mind on where he has gone to. Joining is easy and the actual guessing game makes it all the more fun.

The “Nasaan Si Aga?” promo is per DTI permit no. 5733 (for mobile promo) and no. 5913 (for Twitter promo). See print ads and visit www.nasaansiaga.com for details.

TV5 Launches ‘Pinoy Explorer’ with ‘Nasaan Si Aga?’ Promo originally appeared on Starmometer on August 10, 2011.

The film, which had a working title “Huling Sayaw”, is now called “In the Name of Love” and it stars Angel Locsin, Jake Cuenca and Aga Muhlach. The movie will also serve as the 18th anniversary offering of Star Cinema.

Also starring in the film are Dante Rivero, Carmi Martin, Leo Rialp, Smokey Manaloto, Ryan Eigenmann, Emilio Garcia, Kat Alano, Dimples Romana, Bobby Andrews, Michael Flores, Joshua Zamora, and Nanding Josef, under a script by Olivia Lamasan and Enrico Santos.

Helmed by Olivia Lamasan, “In the Name of Love” is slated to hit theaters on May 11, 2011.

Watch the second official trailer of “In the Name of Love” here:

‘In the Name of Love’ Starring Angel Locsin & Aga Muhlach – 2nd Official Trailer originally appeared on Starmometer on May 7, 2011.

On its 18th anniversary, Star Cinema proudly presents an Olivia M. Lamasan film – “In the Name of Love” – a romantic drama starring Angel Locsin, Jake Cuenca and Aga Muhlach.

“What would you give for one touch? For one glance? For one kiss? What would you give for love?” These are the questions being asked by the movie which give us the idea that it’s about passion, sacrifice and the crazy things one person tends to do in the name of love.

As announced by Angel Locsin yesterday on her twitter account, the full trailer of “In the Name of Love” had its premiere on its official website www.inthenameoflove.ph.

You can still check it out on the said website. After watching the trailer, care to share what you think about the movie?

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You can also watch the full trailer here:

‘In the Name of Love’ – Full Trailer Premiere originally appeared on Starmometer on April 20, 2011.

The film, which had a working title “Huling Sayaw”, is now called “In the Name of Love” and it stars Angel Locsin, Jake Cuenca and Aga Muhlach.

Both Angel and Aga learned various dance genres in the making of this film.

Helmed by Olivia Lamasan, “In the Name of Love” is Star Cinema’s 18th anniversary presentation and finally, it is now scheduled to hit theaters on May 11, 2011.

‘In the Name of Love’ Starring Angel Locsin and Aga Muhlach Hits Theaters on May 11 originally appeared on Starmometer on April 18, 2011.

The veteran actor and matinee idol signed a three-year non-exclusive contract with TV5. He is slated to do three major projects with the network including a hosting stint for the local franchise of a very popular reality show.

Present at his contract signing were (right) TV5 President and CEO Atty. Ray C. Espinosa and (left) Executive Vice President and COO Roberto V. Barreiro.

Rumor has it that the said reality program that Aga is about to host is the Philippine edition of the Emmy award-winning “The Amazing Race.” However, the Kapatid network is still in the process of getting the rights for the said reality show.

Aga Muhlach is Now a Kapatid! originally appeared on Starmometer on March 30, 2011.

Kagulat-gulat na isang seryoso ngunit inspired na inspired na Aga Muhlach ang humarap sa amin kamakailan sa isang exclusive interview. Malimit mang magkuwento ang award winning actor sa tungkol sa kanyang personal na buhay, buong puso pa rin niyang inilahad kung paano niya ginagawang sandigan ang Panginoon sa oras na siyay humaharap sa mga problema at pagsubok.

“When you’re troubled, don’t dwell on it. You just have to turn to God at sasabihin lang niya sayo ‘it’s ok.’ So kapag may problema ako, ok lang. Kapag tinanong ako kung may problema ako, sagot ko wala,” ani Aga.

Dagdag pa ni Aga na bagaman hindi maiiwasan ang mga suliranin at pagkakasala sa buhay, magandang sikapin ng bawat isa na sa tuwid na landas lang tumahak.

“I met my God a very long time ago. So, hindi ko na binitawan ang Bibliya since then. Pero quiet lang ako about it, hindi ko na sinasabi pa sa mga tao. Pero minsan mawawala ka kasi tao ka, pero babalik ka din. As you get older kasi, you get tired of making mistakes. It’s tiring to make mistakes. Ang sakit sa ulo na ang dami mong sabit. Next thing you know, humahagulgol ka na, nagbre-breakdown ka na. So dun ka na sa tamang landas. At least kapag tinatama mo talaga ang buhay mo, hindi masakit ang bagsak mo. Kaunting sakit lang. Kapag nalilihis ka ng unti lang, imbis na binubogbog ka ng kasalanan mo, parang tinatapik ka lang. Eh di wala kang stress sa buhay,” pahayag ni Aga

Kumpiyansa din ang aktor na kahit ano pa mang krisis ang kanyang kaharapin sa pamilya man o sa showbiz career, tiyak na malalampasan niya ito.

Sa darating na Sabado, sa M3, haharap si JM (Aga) sa isang malaking pagsubok. Hindi kasi patitinag ang obsessed na obsessed na si Megs (Niña Jose) sa pangbla-black mail kay JM. Banta ni Megs na kapag hindi siya ang piniling mahalin ni JM, ay ikakalat niya ang kanilang di umano’y sex photos and videos. Bagaman alam niyang wala siyang ginawang pagtataksil, guilty pa rin si JM sa pagsisinungaling kay Bea. Natatakot si JM na baka hindi paniwalaan ni Bea (Megan Young) ang kanyang paliwanag at tuluyan ng hindi matuloy ang kanilang nalalapit na pagpapakasal. Manaig kaya ang pagka-desperada ni Megs?

Kasama rin sina Jojo Alejar, Jairus Aquino, at Ms. Aiai delas Alas ang M3 ay sa ilalim ng direksyon ni Direk Jeffrey Jeturian at Direk Frasco Mortiz.

Abangan at huwag palampasin ang Malay Mo Ma-develop o M3, Primetime Sabado, 9:45 pm, pagkatapos ng Twist and Shout sa ABS-CBN.

Aga Muhlach Shares His Testimony on How He Met God originally appeared on Starmometer on October 13, 2010.

Inilahad kamakailan ng award-winning actor na si Aga Muhlach ang kanyang pagkatuwa sa kanyang M3 leading lady na si Megan Young.

Lubos ang paghanga ng aktor sa batang aktres ayon sa kanya ay very talented. Kumpisal pa ni Aga na personal choice niya si Megan na balitang ginu-groom din na maging beauty queen. Alam nang lahat na si Charlene ay ang tinanghal na Binibining Pilipinas Universe 1994 at pinalad na maging 4th Runner-up sa prestihiyosong Miss Universe pageant.

“Megan is nice. Gustong-gusto ko siya. Tuwang-tuwa ako sa kanya. Ganun din wala siyang ka arte-arte parang si Charlene. Cool lang,” sabi ni Aga.

Samantala, ipinahayag din ni Megan na sa kasalukuyan ay abalang-abala siyang pinagsasabay ang kanyang pag-aaral, acting career at makulay na love life. Kaya’t malabo pang siya’y makalahok sa mga beauty pageants tulad ng Binibining Pilipinas, kahit na marami pa ang humihikayat sa kanya.

“It’s not part of my priorities right now. But I appreciate people that have been telling me na pwede ako, na parang capable ako for that sort of thing. Sa ngayon naka-focus ako sa work and studies. I just feel na it will be an interference kung sasali ako. Kung puno na yung schedule ko, pano yun? Siyempre kung sasali ka dun kailangan tutok na tutok ka dun. Maybe, pwede akong sumali after I graduate or kapag mas less na yung load ko,” ani Megan.

Sa darating na Sabado, sa M3, handang-handa na si JM (Aga) na dalhin si Bea (Megan) sa Fontana upang mag-propose. Dahil in love itong si Megs (Nina Jose) kay JM, gagawin niya ang lahat para pigilan ito.

Tuluyan na kayang mahulog si JM sa patibong ng pagka-desperada ni Megs? Ano na namang kaya ang kayang gawin ni Kringkring (Aiai delas Alas) upang mapigilan ang kasamaan laban kay JM?

Kasama rin sina Jojo Alejar at Jairus Aquino, ang M3 ay sa ilalim ng direksyon ni Direk Jeffrey Jeturian at Direk Frasco Mortiz.

Abangan at huwag palampasin ang Malay Mo Ma-develop o M3, Primetime Sabado, 9:45 pm, pagkatapos ng Twist and Shout sa ABS-CBN.

Aga Finds Similarities between Megan and his wife Charlene originally appeared on Starmometer on October 8, 2010.

May bago na namang babae si Aga at ito ay ang Kapamilya young star na si Megan Young! Huling-huli ang dalawa sa isang restaurant na sweet na sweet at nagyayakapan pa…pero bilang sina JM Benicio III (Aga) at Bea Cornejo (Megan) ng weekly romantic-comedy-drama series na “Malay Mo Ma-develop” o M3.

Sa isang exclusive interview kay Megan, naikuwento niyang enjoy na enjoy siyang maging bahagi ng show. Dahil sa M3, na-discover din niya kung gaano kabait ang boyfriend niya sa istorya na si Aga. “Aga is very approachable. Being Aga Muhlach who’s ‘up there’ already, he is so kind even to someone who’s new in the industry like me. It’s very surprising and much appreciated.”

Nang tanungin si Megan kung magugustuhan niya si Aga kung sakaling binata pa ito ngayon, diretso ang sagot ng dalaga, “Oo, why not. I mean he’s ‘Aga Muhlach’ and sa pagsasama namin sa trabaho, makikita mo ‘yung magagandang ugali niya. He’s a real gentleman and I can see that he is a loving husband and he’s very responsible Yes, if he’s single, he has the quality of a guy I’ll be dating.”

Ayon kay Megan, kahit may asawa na si Aga, hindi naman daw nababawasan ang pogi points nito. “Hindi naman nababawasan ‘yung pogi points. We have to respect the fact that he’s married and we have to be happy for them. Ms. Charlene is a very lucky girl and I’m sure he is a lucky guy also with her.”

Alamin ang tunay na kwento sa mga ‘sweet moments’ nina Aga at Megan sa M3. Magkakabalikan na nga ba sila JM at Bea? O mas pipiliin pa rin ng dalaga si Ted (Tom Rodriguez)? Ano ang gagawin ni Kring-Kring (AiAi delas Alas) kapag malaman niyang heartbroken si JM?

Sa ilalim ng direksyon ng award-winning na direktor na si Jeffrey Jeturian, kasama rin sa M3 sina Jojo Alejar, Niña Jose, Jairus Aquino, at Noel Trinidad.

Abangan at huwag palampasin ang “Malay Mo Ma-develop” o M3, ngayong sa Primetime Sabado 10:15pm, pagkatapos ng Twist and Shout sa ABS-CBN.

Aga Muhlach Shares ‘Sweet Moments’ with Megan Young on M3 originally appeared on Starmometer on August 27, 2010.

Napakahaba nga naman ng buhok ng dalagang si Megan Young (Bea) nowadays dahil pinag-aagawan siya ng dalawang gwapo! Panalo man sa puso at pinapangarap ng bawat babae si Aga Muhlach (JM) dahil sa hindi mapantayang karisma at kabaitan, bukod tangi si Bea dahil mukhang si ex-PBB housemate Tom Rodriguez (Ted) ang mas pipiliin! Kasi naman, past is past na raw kina JM at Bea kaya hindi kayang talikuran ni Bea si Ted na siyang fiance niya sa ngayon.

Sparks flew at kinilig mang muli ang ex-engaged couple na sina JM at Bea sa muling pagkikita nila, mukhang mangingibabaw ang palabra de honor ni Bea dahil nakapag-commit na ito kay Ted. Kung bakit naman kasi ngayon lang ulit nagkita sina JM at Bea!

Huli na nga kaya ang lahat? Ano naman kaya ang say ni Ai-ai de las Alas (Kringkring) sa mga pangyayari? Balita’y gagamitin nito si sexy Nina Jose (Megs) para mabulabog ang sitwasyon.

Kasama rin sina Jojo Alejar, Jairus Aquino, Mika Dela Cruz at Noel Trinidad, ang M3 ay sa ilalim ng direksyon ng award-winning na direktor na si Jeffrey Jeturian.

Abangan at huwag palampasin ang kumpetensiya para sa puso ni Bea sa Primetime Sabado ang “Malay Mo Ma-develop” o M3, 10:15pm, pagkatapos ng Twist and Shout sa ABS-CBN.

Aga Muhlach VS Tom Rodriguez in ‘Malay Mo Ma-develop’ originally appeared on Starmometer on August 20, 2010.

Star Cinema and Ambient Media are producing the first ever 3D animated film in the Philippines.

RPG Metanoia is an official entry to the 36th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) jointly produced by Star Cinema and Ambient Media.

Director Louie Suarez revealed that the film took 4 years in the making. It is said that 26 animators worked in this film and that they are done with the animation process. They are now in the dubbing process.

Lending their voices in the animated film are Zaijian Jaranilla, Mika Dela Cruz, Aga Muhlach, Eugene Domingo & Vhong Navarro.

RPG Metanoia is about a young boy name Nico (voiced by Zaijan Jaranilla) who is obsessed in playing online games. He is influenced by his OFW father (voiced by Aga Muhlach) but his mother (voiced by Eugene Domingo) is not sure if Nico’s passion for video games will benefit his future.

Vhong Navarro lends his voice as the Internet shop owner in the film. Child stars Jairus Aquino, Aaron Junatas, and Basty Alcanses play the role of Nico’s friends.

The groundbreaking film is set to premiere on Christmas day (December 25) as one of the 8 entries for the 2010 Metro Manila Film Festival.

Images courtesy of Star Cinema.

Take a sneak peek here:

‘RPG Metanoia’ is First 3D Animated Film in RP originally appeared on Starmometer on August 19, 2010.