“The Road” stars TJ Trinidad, Ynna Asistio, Barbie Forteza, Louise Delos Reyes, Lexie Fernandez, Alden Richards, Derek Monasterio, Marvin Agustin, Carmina Villaroel, and Rhian Ramos. This tri-part movie about three decades of mysterious deaths on a road is helmed by “Sigaw” and “The Echo” director Yam Laranas for GMA Films.

Watch the teaser trailer here:

‘The Road’ by Yam Laranas – Teaser Trailer originally appeared on Starmometer on August 31, 2011.

“Iglot” is set to premiere on GMA Telebabad this Monday, August 29. The teleserye stars Claudine Barretto, Marvin Agustin, Jolina Magdangal, Luis Alandy, Patrick Garcia, Pauleen Luna and newcomer, Milkach Wynne Nacion.

Other cast-members include Lexi Fernandez, Hiro Magalona, Celia Rodriguez, Jaime Fabregas, Mel Martinez, Perla Bautista, Sylvia Sanchez, Romnick Sarmienta and Nicky Castro.

The story revolves around the mystical adventures of a fluffy, little creature of the same name, and how it can touch and transform lives of others.

Claudine Barretto:

Marvin Agustin:

Jolina Magdangal:

Watch the trailer of “Iglot” here:

Iglot – Character Posters and Trailer Released originally appeared on Starmometer on August 27, 2011.

“Iglot” is the working title of the fantasy series being offered by GMA-7 to Claudine Barretto. It’s about a child who found a giant egg that contains a magical creature inside.

Supporting Claudine in the fantaserye are former Kapamilya stars like her, Jolina Magdangal and Marvin Agustin. Luis Alandy is also reported as one of the cast-members in the said series to be helmed by Gil Tejada.

The Kapuso network is said to be launching another child star, after Jillian Ward, who will be the main character in “Iglot.”

Contrary to reports, the new fantasy series is set for GMA’s Dramarama sa Hapon block and not Telebabad which means it’s not going to hit primetime television.

Perhaps this is going to be Claudine’s first hit program on GMA-7 since the Kapuso network dominates the daytime block not only in Mega Manila but also in the nationwide TV ratings as well.

So what do you think of Claudine’s new project on GMA-7?

‘Iglot’ Starring Jolina Magdangal, Marvin Agustin & Claudine Barretto Soon on GMA-7 originally appeared on Starmometer on June 5, 2011.

The first plug features Kapuso hunks Marvin Agustin, Mark Herras, Mike Tan, Dominic Roco, Alden Richards, Steven Silva, Enzo Pineda, Rocco Nacino, and Aljur Abrenica.

GMA Artist Center has also released a separate plug for their most sought-after leading ladies.

The plugs are currently being aired on GMA-7 from time to time.

Watch the image plug for the Kapuso male artists here:

GMA Artist Center 2011 Image Plug – The Kapuso Hunks originally appeared on Starmometer on April 17, 2011.

The movie is a tribute to the Tri-centennial celebration of the Philippine’s devotion to Our Lady of Peñafrancia of Bicol Region in the Philippines. It’s joint production of UNITEL, MDAFI (Marilou Diaz-Abaya Film Institute), and the Archdiocese of Caceres, and it will be distributed by Star Cinema.

The religious film, Ikaw Ang Pag-ibig depicts the true story of love and defines love like no other.The film that took about 2 and a half years in the making is helmed by the award-winning filmmaker and breast cancer survivor herself, Marilou Diaz-Abaya.

“Ikaw Ang Pag-Ibig” is currently being screened in several public schools, colleges and universities, by blocks and phases, until it’s theatrical nationwide release on September 2011.

Also starring in the film are Shamaine Centenera, Nonnie Buencamino, Jaime Fabregas and Eddie Garcia.

Watch the trailer here:

‘Ikaw ang Pag-ibig’ – Movie Poster & Trailer originally appeared on Starmometer on April 17, 2011.

“Kitchen Superstar” is a reality competition in search of the best non-professional cooks in the Philippines.

The show will be hosted by actor/restaurateur Marvin Agustin.

Prizes at stake in the upcoming reality program of the Kapuso network include P1 million in cash, a cooking show and/or a restaurant.

“Kitchen Superstar” will air soon on GMA-7.

‘Kitchen Superstar’ Hosted by Marvin Agustin, Soon on GMA-7 originally appeared on Starmometer on March 22, 2011.

Meet the cast of Beauty Queen:

Iza Calzado – Maita San Miguel
Katrina Halili as Dorcas Rivas
Maggie Wilson as Isabel Rivas
Marvin Agustin as Donald Cervantes
TJ Trinidad as Marc
Bubbles Paraiso as Stefanie Luna
Bembol Rocco as Anya
Carmi Martin as Leavida Rivas
Elizabeth Oropesa as Amparo San Miguel
Gloria Diaz as Madam Yuri
German Moreno as Kapitan Ading
Victor Aliwalas as Greg Almario
Juan Rodrigo as Mr. Rivas
Marky Lopez as Clifford Almar
Tomas Gonzales as Zuleyka Mamaril
Lou Sison as Yeda Marie

Beauty Queen, under the helm of multi-awarded director, Joel Lamangan and originally written by RJ Nuevas, has the song “She” as its theme song as performed by the Platinum Prince of Soul Jay-R.

‘Beauty Queen’ Premieres Tonight originally appeared on Starmometer on October 18, 2010.

In the last few months of its yearlong 60th anniversary celebration, GMA Network innovates once more as it brings to light the glamour, the drama, the intrigues, and the controversial secrets surrounding the world of beauty pageants in its newest original primetime series dubbed as BEAUTY QUEEN.

Chosen to play the coveted lead role of a poor but pure-hearted palengke queen-turned-beauty queen named Maita is none other than multi-award winning drama actress Iza Calzado, who has agreed to don a two-piece swimwear, confidently revealing her well-toned and curvaceous body.

But more than just showing off her elegance and beauty, the highly talented actress is raring now more than ever to showcase her wide-range in drama, where Iza truly excels and shines at her brightest.

Also pining for the bedazzled crown in Beauty Queen are two equally gorgeous and capable actresses: today’s generation’s premier kontra bida Katrina Halili, who plays the insecure and timid Dorcas, and 2007 Bb. Pilipinas-World Maggie Wilson, who takes on the role of the competitive and ambitious Rebecca.

Competing for the hearts of the three lovely ladies, meanwhile, are award-winning actor and the 1st Filipino artist to participate as a jury member in the Brussels Film Festival Marvin Agustin as the hugely successful Donald, Kapuso hunk Luis Alandy as the passionate Dante, and finally, sough-after primetime leading man TJ Trinidad as the womanizing Marc.

Completing the powerhouse cast are seasoned actors and actresses Elizabeth Oropesa, Bembol Rocco, Carmi Martin, Juan Rodrigo and 1969 Ms. Universe herself Gloria Diaz. Also in a very special role is the master showman, Mr. German Moreno. The program also stars Marky Lopez, Bubbles Paraiso, Victor Aliwalas, Ricci Chan, Tomas Gonzales, and introducing Lou Sison.

The story of Beauty Queen begins with Maita (Iza Calzado), a struggling beauty-queen aspirant, who dreams of competing in the prestigious Bb. Isla Pilipinas beauty pageant. She rushes from one beauty competition to another in hopes of making her mother, Amparo (Elizabeth Oropesa), a former beauty queen who was dethroned after becoming pregnant, proud of her.

Maita shares the same dream with her childhood best friend Rebecca (Maggie Wilson), the daughter of Leavida (Carmi Martin), another former beauty titlist who happens to be the fiercest rival of Amaparo during their glory days.

Despite being aware of their mothers’ complicated pasts, not to mention their differing social backgrounds, Maita and Rebecca remain supportive of each other’s goals, allowing each one to shine and be known in their own place and time.

As they reach their adolescent years, Rebecca will finally make it as a candidate in the Bb. Isla Pilipinas, while Maita, on the other hand, will be hired as a staff in the Bb. Isla Pilipinas Foundation (BIPF), an organization spearheaded by the prominent and powerful Madam Yuri Sandoval (Gloria Diaz).

Here, Maita meets Marc (TJ Trinidad), Madam Yuri’s ill-tempered son, who surprisingly softens up to the beautiful beauty queen aspirant. The two of them eventually fall in love, but had to keep their relationship a secret most especially from Marc’s denouncing mother.

Meanwhile, as the night of the competition draws hear, Rebecca confesses to Maita that she is having an affair with a married man, certain than her secret will remain safe with her most trusted friend.

At the day of their press conference, however, Rebecca was confronted by the wife in front of everyone present. Rebecca gets disqualified from the beauty pageant, and blames this entirely to Maita.

Immediately after the scandal, Leavida shifts her focus to Dorcas (Katrina Halili) and trains her, with the help of the revenge-seeking Rebecca, to be the family’s representative to the next Bb. Isla Pilipinas pageant, where Maita is also a candidate.

Maita brings home the crown, to the dismay of Leavida, Dorcas, and Rebecca. Leavida, not one to easily accept defeat, orchestrates a plan that led to the disappearance of Maita, who, by a stroke of fate, ends up in the loving arms of Donald (Marvin Agustin).

Believing that Maita had already died from the accident, Dorcas was assigned to take over her term as the reigning Bb. Isla Pilipinas. But more than replacing her as queen, Dorcas also takes Maita’s place in Marc’s life.

How will Maita claim back her thrown, her pride, and, most importantly, the love of her life? Is it possible for Maita, Rebecca, and Dorcas to share something deeper and more precious than a dream for a coveted crown? In the end, whose beauty will reign supreme?

Beauty Queen, under the helm of multi-awarded director, Joel Lamangan and originally written by RJ Nuevas, has the song “She” as its theme song as performed by the Platinum Prince of Soul Jay-R.

BEAUTY QUEEN will commence its glittering and awe-inspiring reign on October 18 after Ilumina on GMA Telebabad.

‘Beauty Queen’ Begins its Reign on October 18 originally appeared on Starmometer on October 13, 2010.

GMA Network marks another milestone as it debuts the cinematic version of the Philippine national anthem featuring the brightest Kapuso stars.

This new theatrical version retells Philippine History through a succession of carefully-crafted and awe-inspiring reenactments of historical events from Lapu-Lapu’s victory over Magellan’s troops in the Battle of Mactan to the Filipinos’ peaceful revolt in pursuit of democracy in the 1986 People Power Revolution at EDSA.

The new version, which was conceived from the strengthened corporate partnership between GMA Network and SM Cinemas, advances the narration of Philippine history from the standard versions released before.

This project was done in close coordination with the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, who recognized the Network’s efforts to instill nationalism and patriotism among the Filipino people.

Shot wholly in high-definition (HD) digital video technology, the national anthem is slated to roll on the big screens of SM across the country. It will also be a part of GMA’s sign-on and sign-off messages marking the beginning and end of each day’s broadcast.

The video had its world premiere minutes ago at the opening of Party Pilipinas.

Watch the video here:

GMA-7′s Philippine National Anthem Video World Premiere originally appeared on Starmometer on August 22, 2010.

NO. 81: MARCO ALCARAZ – He is a kapuso actor/model who appeared on tv programs such as Tinik sa Dibdib and Rosalinda. His last movies were Pitik Bulag and Marino. He is the boyfriend of Miss International Precious Lara Quigaman. He ranked no. 78 in 2009, no. 76 in 2008 and no. 52 in 2007.

NO. 82: MARVIN AGUSTIN – 31-year-old kapuso actor, entrepreneur and archer. He appeared in tv programs such as Tinik sa Dibdib, Panday Kids and he is also one of the hosts of Party Pilipinas. He ranked no. 75 in 2008 and he’s back in the ranking this year.

NO. 83: CHRIS CAYZER – He is a Filipino-Australian soul, R&B and acoustic singer, actor, DJ and VJ. His last album was entitled “You’re the Only Thing.” From being a kapamilya to kapuso and now a kapatid, Chris is currently seen on the youth-oriented drama BFGF and musical variety show P05. He ranked no. 98 in 2008 and no. 76 in 2009.

NO. 84: RAPH ALMEDA – He is a model and bikini pageant contestant. He is one of the 20 Metro Bodies of 2009 by Metro Magazine. He is a new entry in our Top 100.

NO. 85: BONG REVILLA – He inherited Fernando Poe Jr.’s throne as the new Panday and he is currently running for re-election as Senator of the Philippine Republic. After the elections, he will resume his hosting stint on GMA’s top-rating Kap’s Amazing Stories. He ranked no. 53 in 2007.

86. Hermes Bautista
87. Marco Morales
88. Rovilson Fernandez
89. Alvin Alfonso
90. Jason Francisco
91. Andre Endique
92. Jiro “Kenji” Shirakawa
93. Ivan Dorschner
94. Adel Tamano
95. Jaco Benin
96. Lem Pelayo
97. Rocky Salumbides
98. Markki Stroem
99. Michael Manansala
100. Alvin de Joya

The finals of RP’s Sexiest Men 2010 are ongoing. 16 male celebrities are left vying for the title. To vote, click HERE.

RP’s Sexiest Men 2010 – Nos. 81 to 85 originally appeared on Starmometer on April 23, 2010.

The classic film Tinik sa Dibdib originally starred Phillip Salvador, Dina Bonnevie and Nora Aunor.

The GMA remake of the film is topbilled by Sunshine Dizon while Philip Salvador‘s role will be played by Marvin Agustin. Included in the cast are Ara Mina, Michelle Madrigal, former PBB housemate Rico Barrera, Bembol Roco, Daria Ramirez, Maybelyn Dela Cruz, Joel Torre and Shirley Fuentes.

The GMA Sine Novela is directed by Gil Tejada Jr. and premieres on September 28, Monday, under the Dramarama sa Hapon block.

VIDEO LINK: Sine Novela Presents Tinik sa Dibdib – Trailers

Sunshine Dizon Stars in GMA Sinenovela ‘Tinik sa Dibdib’ originally appeared on Starmometer on September 26, 2009.

Although Rosalinda failed to beat Tayong Dalawa and Only You, the entry of the new teleserye benefited the late-primetime block of GMA.

Marvin Agustin, Dennis Trillo and Jolina Magdangal‘s Adik Sa ‘Yo was pitted with The Wedding of Anne Curtis, Zanjoe Marudo and Derek Ramsay. Adik registered 20.5% against the Wedding‘s 19.6%.

The GMA koreanovela “Cruel Love” also emerged victorious against ABS-CBN’s Showbiz News Ngayon. Cruel Love registered 15.1% against SNN‘s 12.6% last Monday night.

Even Chris Tiu‘s Believe it Or Not trumped Bandila, Saksi trumped Kalye and iWitness trumped Games Uplate Live. Bandila (ABS-CBN) got 7.2% against Ripley’s Believe It Or Not’s (GMA-7) 8.8%; Kalye received (ABS-CBN) 3.9% against Saksi’s (GMA-7) 5.1%; and lastly, Games Uplate Live (ABS-CBN) garnered only 1% versus I Witness (GMA-7) which registered 4.1%.

TOP 10 DAYTIME AND PRIMETIME PROGRAMS NATIONWIDE
(June 3 to 6, 2009; Taylor Nelson Sofres)

July 3, Friday

Daytime:

1. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) – 25.1%
2. Kambal Sa Uma (ABS-CBN) – 23.6%
3. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 17.7%
4. Kung Aagawin Mo ang Lahat Sa Akin (GMA-7) – 16.8%
5. Ngayon at Kailanman (GMA-7) – 15.8%
6. Precious Hearts Romances Presents Bud Brothers (ABS-CBN) – 15.6%
7. Love Or Bread (ABS-CBN) – 15.2%
8. Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) – 14.5%
9. Naruto Shippuuden (ABS-CBN) – 14.4%
10. Daisy Siete: Kambalilong (GMA-7) – 14.1%

Primetime:

1. May Bukas Pa (ABS-CBN) – 37.6%
2. Only You (ABS-CBN) / Tayong Dalawa (ABS-CBN) – 35.3%
3. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) – 32.5%
4. Boys Over Flowers (ABS-CBN) – 27.7%
5. Zorro (GMA-7) – 24.5%
6. Totoy Bato (GMA-7) – 24.2%
7. Adik Sa ‘Yo (GMA-7) – 23.1%
8. 24 Oras (GMA-7) – 22.1%
9. The Wedding (ABS-CBN) – 22%
10. Cruel Love (GMA-7) – 17%

July 4, Saturday

Daytime:

1. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) – 24.4%
2. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 20.6%
3. Cinema FPJ: Da King on ABS-CBN (ABS-CBN) – 20%
4. Entertainment Live (ABS-CBN) – 12.8%
5. Joey’s Quirky World (GMA-7) / Wish Ko Lang (GMA-7) – 11.8%
6. Startalk (GMA-7) – 11.4%
7. Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) – 11.1%
8. Bakugan Battle Brawlers (GMA-7) – 11%
9. Black Jack (GMA-7) – 10%
10. Batang Bibbo (GMA-7) – 9.9%

Primetime:

1. Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) – 30.5%
2. The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) – 27.9%
3. XXX (ABS-CBN) – 24.4%
4. Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (GMA-7) – 22.4%
5. Komiks Presents Nasaan Ka Maruja (ABS-CBN) – 20.4%
6. Imbestigador (GMA-7) – 20.1%
7. Bitoy’s Funniest Videos (GMA-7) – 19.3%
8. Are You The Next Big Star? (GMA-7) -14.7%
9. Banana Split (ABS-CBN) – 12.7 %
10. Pinoy Records (GMA-7) – 12.5%

July 5, Sunday

Daytime:

1. ASAP ‘09 (GMA-7) – 19.3%
2. Your Song Presents: Gaano Kita Kamahal (ABS-CBN) – 18.8%
3. The Buzz (ABS-CBN) – 16.2%
4. Matanglawin (ABS-CBN) – 14%
5. SOP (GMA-7) – 12%
6. Showbiz Central (GMA-7) – 10.2%
7. Jollitown (GMA-7) – 9.6%
8. Black Jack (GMA-7) – 9.4%
9. Hana Kimi Crazy In Love Again (ABS-CBN) – 9.3%
10. Joey’s Quirky World (GMA-7) – 8.9%

Primetime:

1. Rated K (ABS-CBN) – 31%
2. The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) – 28.3%
3. Sharon (ABS-CBN) – 23.2%
4. Goin’ Bulilit (ABS-CBN) – 19.2%
5. Kap’s Amazing Stories (GMA-7) – 17.8%
6. George and Cecil (ABS-CBN) – 16.5%
7. All Star K (GMA-7) – 16.3%
8. Mel & Joey (GMA-7) – 15.4%
9. Power of 10 (GMA-7) – 14.7%
10. Ful Haus (GMA-7) – 13.7%

July 6, Monday

Daytime:

1. Kambal Sa Uma (ABS-CBN) – 25.5%
2. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) – 25%
3. Precious Hearts Romances Presents Bud Brothers (ABS-CBN) – 20.1%
4. Maria de Jesus: Ang Anghel sa Lansangan (ABS-CBN) – 17.3%
5. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 16.8%
6. Mr. Bean (ABS-CBN) – 16.4%
7. Love Or Bread (ABS-CBN) – 15.8%
8. Naruto Shippuuden (ABS-CBN) – 15.3%
9. Kung Aagawin Mo ang Lahat Sa Akin (GMA-7) – 14.6%
10. Ngayon at Kailanman (GMA-7) – 14.5%

Primetime:

1. May Bukas Pa (ABS-CBN) – 39.5%
2. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) – 35.2%
3. Only You (ABS-CBN) – 34.7%
4. Tayong Dalawa (ABS-CBN) – 33.5%
5. Boys Over Flowers (ABS-CBN) – 28.4%
6. Zorro (GMA-7) – 25.3%
7. Rosalinda (GMA-7) – 23.1%
8. 24 Oras (GMA-7) – 22.8%
9. Adik Sa ‘Yo (GMA-7) – 20.5%
10. The Wedding (ABS-CBN) – 19.6%

Source: TNS

TNS Nationwide TV Ratings: ‘Adik Sa ‘Yo’ Beats ‘The Wedding’ originally appeared on Starmometer on July 8, 2009.