Recently, Maria (Erich) and Luis (Enchong) just let go of their fears and shared a night together, reliving their love for each other. After cancelling her flight abroad with Vladimir (Aaron Villaflor), will Maria finally go back to the arms of her former lover Luis? Can Sabrina (Jewel Mische) get in the way and stop her husband’s feelings for Maria? Don’t miss “Maria La Del Barrio” every night, before TV Patrol on ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida.

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Maria and Luis, Together Again in ‘Maria la del Barrio?’ originally appeared on Starmometer on February 7, 2012.

Erich Gonzales shares with Women’s Health how she gets through life with a positive attitude. This is her first cover for the said magazine.

Meanwhile, the Maria la del Barrio star has something to smile about aside from the good ratings of her primetime teleserye.

The 21-year-old actress was chosen by the ABS-CBN management to be paired with Thai heartthrob Mario Maurer in the upcoming romantic movie from Star Cinema “Suddenly It’s Magic.”

What do you think about the team up of Mario and Erich? Pretty exciting right?

Erich Gonzales – Women’s Health November 2011 originally appeared on Starmometer on October 29, 2011.

One of today’s hottest loveteams, Erich Gonzales and Enchong Dee, signed a fresh contract with ABS-CBN. ABS-CBN Channel 2 head Cory Vidanes and ABS-CBN president and COO Charo Santos-Concio were present during the signing.

Erich and Enchong Renew Contract with ABS-CBN originally appeared on Starmometer on October 25, 2011.

Based on the latest Kantar Media/TNS, Maria la del Barrio, topbilled by Erich Gonzales and Enchong Dee, remains on top in the national TV ratings game versus rival program.

Last Monday (Sept. 26) Maria la del Barrio garnered a national TV rating of 24.9% while GMA7’s ‘Futbolilits’ only registered 15.8%. The next day (Sept. 27), the hit teleserye got a 20% national TV rating versus 10.2% of the rival program.

Viewers will surely get hooked even more especially now that the plot is getting more exciting. Now that the furniture expo is bound to conclude, will Maria (Erich) and Luis (Enchong) reap the rewards of their hardwork? Or will Victoria (Angel Aquino), as one of the expo judges, will get in the way?

Under the direction of Rory B. Quintos and Richard Somes, never miss the hot revelations and dramatic scenes in Maria la del Barrio, weeknights, after Reputasyon on ABS-CBN.

Maria La Del Barrio Continues to Dominate Pre-Primetime Slot originally appeared on Starmometer on September 30, 2011.

Under the direction of Rory B. Quintos and Richard Somes, “Maria La Del Barrio” delve into the lives of Maria (Erich Gonzales) and Luis (Enchong Dee) 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. She will portray Soraya’s character, the woman who will stand between Maria and Luis’ romance.

Watch the character trailers here:

Maria La Del Barrio premieres Monday, August 15, under the Primetime Bida block of ABS-CBN.

Maria La Del Barrio – Character Trailers originally appeared on Starmometer on August 14, 2011.

The new trailer features Ai Ai delas Alas as the new cast member of the Philippine adaptation of the hit telenovela “Maria la del Barrio.” The Comedy Queen will play the surrogate mother of Maria (portrayed by Erich Gonzales).

Other cast members include Paw Diaz as Soraya Montenegro, Inno Martin as Vladimir Dela Vega, Ian Veneracion as Don Fernando De La Vega, Angel Aquino as Victoria Montenegro-Dela Vega, Tricia Santos as Vanessa dela Vega, Kaye Brosas as Carlota, Charee Pineda, Katya Santos, Justin Gonzales, Gio Alvarez, Michael Flores, Atoy Co, and Radjie Mortiz.

Watch the new trailer here:

‘Maria la del Barrio’ – Poster & New Trailer Released originally appeared on Starmometer on March 24, 2011.

Erich is set to star in the Philippine adaptation of the hit Mexican telenovela “Maria la del Barrio.” Her leading man in the upcoming teleserye is no less than her love team partner Enchong Dee.

Other features inside Chalk’s April 2011 issue include “Should You Have a Summer Fling?”, “Friends with Money”, “Break Up Season” and the annual special “20 Boys of Summer.”

Chalk Magazine’s summer issue is now available nationwide wherever magazines are sold!

Erich Gonzales Covers Chalk April 2011 Issue originally appeared on Starmometer on March 24, 2011.

I like the pitch – “Ang dating luhaan ay magiging palaban…” It summarizes the plot of the story that sells very well to Pinoy televiewers.

However, I disagree with the opening phrase “The Telenovela that started it all.” It’s the telenovela “MariMar” that started the craze in the Philippines in the 90s and not this one, although, Maria la del Barrio was very much embraced by Filipinos just like the other Thalia-starrers.

“Maria la del Barrio” is another exciting Philippine remake of a Mexican telenovela airing soon on ABS-CBN. It stars the “kilig” love team of Erich Gonzales and Enchong Dee.

Watch the trailer below:

‘Maria la del Barrio’ Trailer Released originally appeared on Starmometer on March 19, 2011.

Enchong Dee and Erich Gonzales have been together in various TV and movie projects and they become very close…as friends.

Erich revealed during her interview in the launching of a product endorsement that Enchong is currently “eyeing” for someone to become his girlfriend and it’s definitely not her. Rumor has it that Kim Chiu is the apple of the young actor’s eyes and he would like to take the friendship with the .

Enchong, on the other hand, also hinted that his partner Erich is “blooming” nowadays in time for Valentines. In an interview by SNN last night, Enchong said “Masasabi ko naman na masaya rin naman si Erich, inspired din naman siya, kaya masayang masaya ang relationship namin, pareho kaming masaya.”

Other features inside the Love Month issue of MEG include “100+ Valentine’s Lust-Haves”, “How to Wear Shimmery Eyes & Side-Pinned Hair,” “Rebound Love,” “Approach a Guy Without Being Slutty” and so much more.

Other celebrities featured are Alex Gonzaga & Kean Cipriano, Melai Cantiveros & Jason Francisco, David Archuleta and many more.

MEG, the EnRich issue, is now available nationwide wherever magazines are sold.

Enchong Dee and Erich Gonzales – MEG February 2011 Cover originally appeared on Starmometer on February 1, 2011.

Their chemistry sparked in Katorse. Their team-up bloomed in Tanging Yaman. It continued further in Magkaribal. Enchong Dee and Erich Gonzales will reunite once more in the upcoming Philippine adaptation of the hit Mexican telenovela “Maria La del Barrio”!

ABS-CBN has bought the rights of the popular telenovela which opriginally starred the Mexican superstar Thalia of the MariMar fame. The local version will be portrayed by Erich Gonzales.

Erich is very grateful to ABS-CBN for giving her the coveted title role.

“Thankful po ako dahil may next project po ulit after Magkaribal. Gagawin ko ang best ko para ‘di po masayang ‘yung tiwala na ibinigay sa akin, talaga pong pagbubutihin ko,” the young actress said.

And EnRich will not be complete if there’s no Enchong. Playing the part of the sexy hunk Luis Fernando in the telenovela is Enchong Dee.

What do you think?

Image courtesy of Star Cinema.

Enchong Dee and Erich Gonzales Reunite in ‘Maria La Del Barrio’ originally appeared on Starmometer on December 8, 2010.

Shoutout will feature the Kapamilya network’s teen stars from Monday to Friday beginning Nov. 29, at 5:15 p.m. They are divided into four groups:

Monderrifics (Monday Group): Ryan Bang, Jenny Kim, Julia Montes, Ann Li, Tippy Dos Santos, Martin del Rosario, Aria Clemente, Makisig Morales and Rhap Salazar.

Tuesdelicious (Tuesday Group): James Reid, Devon Seron, 3AM (James Torres, Mica Caldito and Kyle Amor), Imelda Schweighart, Emmanuel Vera, Inno Martin and Piero Vergara.

Miyerkulitz (Wednesday Group): Bret Jackson, Fretzie Bercede, Miles Ocampo, Jane Oineza, Mikylla Ramirez, Kathryn Bernardo, John Manalo, Paul Silos and Sue Dodd.

Friends-Thurs (Thursday): Ivan Dorschner, Trisha Santos, Nel Gomez, Young JV, Jaco Benin, Benjamin de Guzman, Anna Bianca Casado, Yen Santos and Linn Oeymo.

The four groups will all join forces on Friday for a special presentation.

Shoutout‘s main hosts are Erich Gonzales, Empress Schuck, Enrique Gil, Sam Concepcion, Robi Domingo, Arron Villaflor and Enchong Dee.

Watch the teaser here:

‘Shoutout’ Groups Revealed originally appeared on Starmometer on November 26, 2010.

“Masaya ako ulit na maka-trabaho si Xian pero this time sa isang light story naman. Yung Katorse kasi medyo heavy yung issues na tinatackle, kaya this time, mas masaya at mas magaan lang,” Erich shared.

Xian expressed how nostalgic he felt when he was taping the mentioned ‘Wansapantaym’ episode, “Nung magka-eksena kami ni Erich, ang nostalgic ng feeling because the last time we had a scene together was in Katorse. It was a good experience.”

Erich will be giving life to a lady whose looks does not justify her inner beauty. With the magic of a black scarf, physical beauty is at hand. Xian, on the other hand, will fall in love with Erich’s good looks. How will Xian learn about the magic of the black scarf? Will he still love her despite the truth he’s about to discover?

Find out as Erich and Xian ablaze their cut-short romance in ‘Katorse’ via ‘Wansapanataym’s Bandanang Itim’ on ABS-CBN this Saturday after TV Patrol.

Erich Gonzales and Xian Lim Reunite in Wansapanataym’s ‘Bandanang Itim’ originally appeared on Starmometer on November 19, 2010.