Shaina Magdayao and Jake Cuenca have worked together in the past, the first was in “Your Song: A Million Miles Away” and then the primetime teleserye “Rubi.” So “Doha” will serve as their reunion project.

“Doha,” as the title suggests, the teleserye revolves around the lives of Overseas Contract Workers (OCW) working in Doha, Qatar.

“Honored ako na ako ’yung napili na gumanap nga bilang isang OFW kasi ako mismo meron tayong mga relatives na nagtatrabaho sa ibang bansa.” Shaina said.

“Aside from ’yung love story namin, doon din talaga umiikot ’yung story kasi pamilya namin, galing kami sa pamilya ng OFWs. Kami rin magkakaroon ng opportunity na makapunta sa ibang bansa at magtrabaho doon. ’Yung flashback magsu-shoot sa Abu Dhabi and sa Dubai, ’tapos sa Doha.” she added.

Shaina Magdayao Reunites with Jake Cuenca in Upcoming Teleserye ‘Doha’ originally appeared on Starmometer on October 13, 2011.

Jake shared that this MMK break was something he has been waiting for. “Since I joined ABS-CBN about four years ago, I really wanted to experience doing an MMK episode. In fact, I was thinking before that I’m okay just to be given the chance to guest star in a regular episode. And now that I’m part of one of the MMK’s 20th anniversary special episodes, I’m deeply honored. I feel really blessed for the opportunity,” Jake said.

According to Jake, he knew he was ready to take the challenging role. “I think I was ready for it. At first, I was scared to do it since this is my first time portraying a gay role. But I knew I was ready and this is the challenging role that I’ve been wanting to do for so long,” he shared.

In the “Spain” episode of MMK, Jake will be playing the life story of “Louie,” a Filipino transgender in Spain who strived hard to gain his father’s love. The episode is an inspiring story about how acceptance and forgiveness brought the relationship of a father and son even closer.

Shot in Barcelona, the “Spain” episode is written by Benson Logronio and directed by Dado Lumibao. It also stars Ricky Davao, Malou de Guzman, and Vivian Velez.

Don’t miss the month-long celebration of the longest-running, top-rating and multi-awarded drama anthology of ABS-CBN, “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK), Saturday nights, after “Junior Master Chef Pinoy Edition.” For more updates, log on to www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, follow MMKOfficial on Twitter, and “like” www.faceboook.com/MMKOfficial.

Jake Cuenca Plays His First Gay Role in ‘Maalaala Mo Kaya’ this Saturday originally appeared on Starmometer on October 12, 2011.

Jake Cuenca will surprise viewers this Saturday (Oct. 1) as he plays the role of Dario, a potbellied guy who is taunted by his whole village but is secretly a superhero dubbed as “Dario Adarna.”

Don’t miss Jake’s transformation this Saturday night in Wansapanataym after TV Patrol Weekend.

Jake Cuenca Turns Fat this Saturday on ‘Wansapanataym’ originally appeared on Starmometer on September 27, 2011.

“My Neighbor’s Wife,” is said to be a controversial sexy drama flick that deals with infidelity and how it will redefine the meaning of love.

Jake Cuenca and Carla Abellana play husband and wife in the movie while Dennis Trillo and Lovi Poe portray lovers. All four are friends but their friendship turns sour when the character of Lovi engages the character of Jake in a forbidden romance.

Directed by Jun Lana, “My Neighbor’s Wife” is set to open in theaters on September 14.

Watch the full trailer here:

My Neighbor’s Wife – Movie Poster and Trailer Released originally appeared on Starmometer on August 17, 2011.

It can be remembered that Melissa Ricks has been posting bitter updates on her Twitter account since May 10 that stirred speculations that she and boyfriend Jake Cuenca are breaking up.

Here are some samples of her tweets:

May 10, 3:40PM

Mag bigay halaga sa mga taong nagbibigay halaga sayo…:)

May 11, 3:20AM

Some people don’t deserve your attention..:)

May 11, 3:22AM

Minsan pag sobrang bait mo, inaabuso ka, ginagawang tanga.. well not anymore.. I wish u the best..:) sana ayusin mo sarili mo..:)

May 11, 1:01PM

Someone soo plastic di nman sha doll?:)

May 11, 1:02PM

My last statement.. Sana lang wag na echusero at showbiz.:) please lng, sana lng masaya ka.:)

May 11, 1:24PM

I think enough is enough..crossed d line long time ago.. pagod nako..:) buti pa twitter friends ko papasaya ako! Ehehe

May 11, 10:30AM

RT Forgiving someone does not mean forgetting what they did. It simply means letting go of the hurt.

May 13, 8:50AM

RT I never gave you a reason to hate me. You’re just creating your own little drama out of pure insecurity.

Although Melissa Ricks did not confirm nor deny if the said tweets pertain to her (rumored) boyfriend Jake Cuenca, this certain tweet dropped the biggest hint about her current relationship with hunk actor:

“Ang totoong lalaki ay laging makakahanap ng panahon para sa babaeng minamahal nito anuman ang mangyari.”

Jake Cuenca, during his guesting on The Buzz two weeks ago to promote his movie “In the Name of Love,” said he and Melissa are OK. But after Toni Gonzaga asked him regarding the controversial tweets of Melissa, he admitted that they are going through a tough time.

“Sa isang relationship there (are) always bad times, there (are) good times as well. In every relationship may kanya-kanya tayong problema so we’re fixing things,” he said.

But last night on Showbiz News Ngayon, Melissa Ricks revealed and confirmed that she and Jake Cuenca have indeed broke up…two months ago! So that’s the reason why Ricks chose to watch Justin Bieber‘s concert than to attend the premiere night of “In the Name of Love.” Will it also be safe to assume now that the bitter tweets that she posted all pertain to the Kapamilya hunk?

Melissa Ricks Reveals Break-Up with Jake Cuenca originally appeared on Starmometer on May 27, 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.

BE THE BEST THIS SUMMER – This is what ABS-CBN Summer Station ID is all about—actualizing your potentials, displaying your talent as an individual or as a group, community or nation under the summer sun.

Check out the Kapamilya hunks featured in the “Be the Best sa Tag-Araw” music video…

Derek Ramsay:

Zanjoe Marudo:

Sam Milby:

Jericho Rosales:

More hunks on Page 2!

Sneak Peek: ABS-CBN 2011 Summer Station ID – ‘The Summer Hunks’ originally appeared on Starmometer on March 25, 2011.

Cast ng “Green Rose,” ginaw na ginaw sa Korea.

Tumungo papuntang Korea ang main cast ng ‘Green Rose’ para kuhanan ang ilang mahahalagang eksena. Dahil sa tindi ng lamig sa nasabing bansa, ginaw na ginaw at medyo hirap magsalita sa mga eksena sina Jericho Rosales, Anne Curtis, Jake Cuenca, Alessandra De Rossi at Smokey Manaloto.

Abangan sa ‘Green Rose’ ang mga eksenang pinaghirapan ng cast at crew sa Korea, pagkatapos ng ‘Imortal’ sa ABS-CBN.

Jericho Rosales and Smokey Manaloto share a scene in Korea:

Alessandra De Rossi and Jericho Rosales pose for the camera despite the very cold weather:

Jake Cuenca in Korea:

Anne Curtis, Alessandra De Rossi and Jericho Rosales prepare for their next scene:

Sneak Peek: Cast of ‘Green Rose’ in Korea originally appeared on Starmometer on March 17, 2011.

Jericho Rosales and Anne Curtis will portray the lead roles in the upcoming teleserye on ABS-CBN, Green Rose. Also starring in the series are Alessandra de Rossi and Jake Cuenca.

Other cast members include Gardo Versoza, Ricardo Cepeda, Susan Africa, Ping Medina, Smokey Manaloto, Tyron Perez, Eda Nolan, Kitkat and Janus Del Prado.

Directed by Dondon Santos, Green Rose is set to premiere this February taking the timeslot of Kristine.

Watch the full trailer here:

‘Green Rose’ Full Trailer Released originally appeared on Starmometer on January 26, 2011.

Wake up very early in the morning and hear Mass right on your television screens with ABS-CBN’s brightest stars serving as readers and performers like Dimples Romana, Jovit Baldivino, Cesca Litton, Robi Domingo, Maja Salvador, Jake Cuenca, Aaron Villaflor, and the Pinoy Big Brother teens.

Each Mass, a chosen charity will also receive early Christmas treats from the Kapamilya Network via gift packs and a whole lot more.

“Kapamilya Simbang Gabi” is part of ABS-CBN’s Christmas campaign for 2010. Other components launched in the previous months include the talked about Christmas station ID, selling of the Kapamilya parols, and the successful ABS-CBN Christmas special held at the Araneta Coliseum.

Spend Nine Mornings with the Kapamilya Stars originally appeared on Starmometer on December 20, 2010.

Jake and Marian are paired for the first time in Regal Entertainment’s Metro Manila Film Festival entry, “Super Inday.”

The production staff and crew can attest to how extra sweet Jake is to Dingdong Dantes’ real-life girlfriend.

“Tuwing may shooting sina Marian at Jake, lagi itong may
dalang pagkain para sa aktres. Kung wala lang Dingdong si Marian,
papasok sa utak ng mga nakakakita na nagkakamabutihan na ng loob ang dalawa.

“Minsan nga, sumama ang katawan ni Marian sa shooting at tipong lalagnatin. Aba, to the rescue naman agad si Jake at binilhan ng gamot si Marian.

”Ganoon katindi ang pag-aalaga ni Jake sa kanyang leading lady. No wonder, medaling magustuhan ng mga babae si Jake. Ang sarap siguro talaga niyang magmahal!” relates a “Super Inday” staff.

In the 2010 remake of the classic Maricel Soriano starrer, Jake plays the role of Amazing who, like Super Inday (Marian), has supernatural powers.

Together, Amazing and Super Inday battle evildoers and fall in love in the process. The two are yet to shoot their “sizzling” kissing scene, though.

Providing the film’s comic touch are comedians Pokwang and John Lapus (as the Golden Bibe).

“Super Inday” is one of Regal matriarch Lily Monteverde’s favorite Regal productions. She and daughter Roselle Monteverde-Teo gave the movie a more contemporary feel coupled with state-of-the-art special effects for kiddie viewers and the entire family to enjoy this Christmas season.

“Super Inday” will hit the screens starting December 25 as part of the 2010 Metro Manila Film Festival.

Jake Cuenca Cares for Marian Rivera originally appeared on Starmometer on December 8, 2010.

The 22-year-old underwear model and actor is set to star in the upcoming primetime teleserye Green Rose together with Anne Curtis and the upcoming MMFF movie Super Inday and the Golden Bibe opposite Marian Rivera.

Garage’s latest issue features “Retro Sleek: How to Rock the Total Look from Fashion to Hairstyle”, “Top Holiday Styles”, “Party Time!”, “Super Trooper” and more!

Other celebrities inside this issue include the Half-Pinoy Billboard charttopper Bruno Mars, 127 Hours star James Franco and the Korean drama actor Lee Byung Hun.

Jake Cuenca – Garage Dec/Jan 2011 Cover originally appeared on Starmometer on November 29, 2010.