Be there as CHALK joins forces with Styles Entertainment for a night of fun, fashion, and go old-fashioned school bonding.

Whether you’re a jock, geek, prom king, or prom queen, head to Encore at the Fort Bonifacio Global City on September 8, Wednesday to celebrate Chalk Magazine’s 10 years of rocking the campus scene! Iya Villania and Victor Basa hosts, while DJ Euric and DJ Mars Miranda provide the soundtrack for the ultimate school reunion. Fun starts at 9pm.

See you there for an all-out homecoming blast!

Chalk University 10: An All-Out Homecoming Blast originally appeared on Starmometer on September 2, 2010.

Starring Jodi Sta.Maria-Lacson and Victor Basa, with Jesse Evardone, Rosalyn Perez and Mel Martinez, this finalist in the Cinema One Originals Film Festival 2009 was written by Veronica Velasco who co-directed it with Pablo Biglang-awa.

Shot in its entirety in Pampanga that becomes the perfect background of the film and its domesticated characters, Maling Akala, which translates literally as wrong assumption” won the Best Cinematography (for Larry Manda) in the Golden Screen Awards and three nominations at the Gawad Urian.

It unfolds with department store salesgirl Tetta (Sta.Maria-Lacson) who gets impregnated by her boyfriend and then abandons her. Afraid to give birth without a husband, she decides to go home to her family in the province. On the bus homeward, she sits besides JB (Basa) a seemingly congenial man, but actually someone with secrets and confused identity. The two strike a deal: JB will pose as Tetta’s husband and the father of her child. With their initial bonding that ushers to comfort, the movie progresses to pose more and more questions. Where will their charade lead? Will they be in love? This makes Maling Akala the funny romantic melodrama that it is, illustrating well the bittersweet truth of a man who is already weary of running away from himself.

Once during an interview with the press, Basa was asked how he feels playing an intriguing character. The Coverboy honestly says “Very comfortable in a sense na siyempre, it’s a character and I love to act. Gusto ko talagang umarte. Any role, I take. Nabasa ko ang script at gusto ko siya. At maganda talaga ang kuwento.” Such statement means the hunky model-turned-actor is secure of himself that he has no qualms to take roles perhaps other actors won’t play.

Writer and critic Charlie Koon asserts in his blogsite that “Basa and Sta. Maria-Lacson are great choices for actors to play these characters. They are natural actors who inhibit an aura of genuineness even when minimalist acting has been employed.”

Do not ever miss the highly anticipated cable premiere of the provocative movie Maling Akala on Cinema One’s Blockbuster Sundays on August 15 at 8:00 pm!

Watch the trailer here:

‘Maling Akala’ Makes its Cable Premiere on Cinema One originally appeared on Starmometer on August 14, 2010.

NO. 41: MATTEO GUIDICELLI – is a Filipino-Italian actor, model, racer and singer. His claim to fame started with his career with kart racing. Now he’s a Penshoppe model and star of the top-rating primetime series Agua Bendita. He ranked no. 58 in 2008 and no. 73 in 2009.

(Image courtesy of Jojit Lorenzo)

NO. 42: JASON ABALOS – He is Star Magic talent whose claim to fame was when he joined the reality talent search Star Circle Quest. His recent tv projects include “Nagsimula sa Puso” and “MMK: Storybook.” He is currently seen in the top-rating primetime series “Agua Bendita.” He ranked no. 41 in 2007, no. 20 in 2008 and no. 44 in 2009.

(Image courtesy of Cotton Club)

NO. 43: VICTOR BASA – He is a kapamilya model, actor, vj, tv host and former celebrity housemate in Pinoy Big Brother. He is currently seen in “Moomoo and Me” and “Shall We Dance” on TV5 and “Kung Tayo’y Magkakalayo” on ABS-CBN. He ranked no. 15 in 2007, no. 23 in 2008 and no. 40 in 2009.

(Image courtesy of Penshoppe)

NO. 44: WILL DEVAUGHN – A kapamilya commercial model and actor. He entered the Pinoy Big Brother house, during its Celebrity Edition 2, and became the fourth big placer of that season. He is currently seen on the primetime series “Habang May Buhay.” He ranked no. 49 in 2007, no. 3 in 2008 and no. 37 in 2009.

(Image courtesy of Jag)

NO. 45: PAUL JAKE CASTILLO – is the second big placer of Pinoy Big Brother Double UP, He recently appeared on “Your Song Presents Isla.” He is a new entry in our Top 100 this year.

46. Rocco Nancino
47. Tom Rodriguez
48. Jay-R
49. Drew Arellano
50. Polo Ravales
51. Mark Bautista
52. Guji Lorenzana
53. Robin Padilla
54. Kiko Rustia
55. Atom Araullo
56. Wendell Ramos
57. Mark Herras
58. Carl Guevarra
59. AJ Perez
60. Johan Santos
61. Steven Silva
62. Paulo Avelino
63. Alfred Vargas
64. Ian Batherson
65. Richard Poon
66. Dino Imperial
67. Joross Gamboa
68. John Estrada
69. Enzo Pineda
70. Rico Blanco
71. Manuel Chua
72. Van Victor Leano
73. Oyo Sotto
74. James Yap
75. Paolo Bediones
76. Geoff Taylor
77. Simon Atkins
78. John Prats
79. Marvin Kiefer
80. Borgy Manotoc
81. Marco Alcaraz
82. Marvin Agustin
83. Chris Cayzer
84. Raph Almeda
85. Bong Revilla
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 of 2010 – Nos. 41 to 45 originally appeared on Starmometer on May 1, 2010.

Behind the Scenes shot of Akihiro Sato

Akihiro Sato, Victor Basa and Solenn Heusaff

Akihiro Sato shirtless

Solenn Heusaff

Victor Basa Shirtless

Victor Basa and Melissa Ricks

This one is not part of Penshoppe’s Summer Collection. Just discovered that StarStruck V alum Piero Vergara is now a Penshoppe model

Images courtesy of Penshoppe.

Penshoppe 2010 Summer Collection – First Photos originally appeared on Starmometer on March 5, 2010.

The back to school issue of Stella Magazine is all about Japanese fashion and pop culture. Features include “25 Kawaii Shopping Sites,” “Japanese Fashion Subcultures Showdown,” “150 Looks for Style Inspiration,” “Japan’s Best of the Best,” and “Tokyo-Manila Street Fashion” among others.

Plus spotlight on Akihiro Sato, Victor Basa, Sebastian Monroe and Erich Gonzalez.

Stella magazine June 2009 issue is now available wherever magazines are sold.

Erich Gonzalez, Akihiro Sato, Victor Basa – Stella June 2009 originally appeared on Starmometer on June 6, 2009.

No. 36 – Ryan Agoncillo
(2008 ranking: 51)

No. 37 – Will Devaughn
(2008 ranking: 3)

No. 38 – Billy Crawford
(2008 ranking: 43)

No. 39 – Aga Muhlach
(2008 ranking: 32)

No. 40 – Victor Basa
(2008 ranking: 23)

Photo Credits: Will Devaughn – Jag Black, Victor Basa – GP Magazine, Ryan Agoncillo – Men’s Health Philippines.

RP’s Sexiest Men of 2009 – Nos. 36 to 40 originally appeared on Starmometer on March 9, 2009.

Maling Akala was an entry in Cinema One Originals last year and the producers decided to screen the film once again at Robinson’s IndieSine on November 5 to 11, 2008.

When asked how he feels doing a gay role, Victor said:

“Very comfortable in a sense na siyempre, it’s a character and I love to act. Gusto ko talagang umarte. Hindi naman, any role, I take. Nagkataon lang na nabasa ko ang script at gusto ko siya. At maganda talaga ang kuwento.”

Also starring in Maling Akala is Jodie Sta. Maria with Jess Evardone, Roselyn Perez and Mel Martinez. It’s a film by Veronica Velasco & Pablo Biglang-awa and produced by Ronald Arguelles.

Video Link: Maling Akala Movie Trailer

Victor Basa Plays a Gay Role in ‘Maling Akala’ originally appeared on Starmometer on October 25, 2008.

The Penshoppe Boys are topbilled by Akihiro Sato, Victor Basa, Matteo Guidicelli, Einar Ingebrigsten and the other guy i’m not sure who he is.

Penshoppe Boys originally appeared on Starmometer on September 25, 2008.

Model Filipinos – Rulers of the Fashion Runway:

Metro Him is now available at magazine outlets nationwide.

Victor Basa – Metro Him Magazine originally appeared on Starmometer on August 12, 2008.

:: 1st Episode

:: 2nd Episode

:: 3rd Episode

:: 4th Episode

Your Song ‘Without You’ – Complete 4 Episodes originally appeared on Starmometer on May 28, 2008.

:: Roxanne Guinoo on The Buzz – Roxanne talks about break-up with Jake Cuenca and budding friendship with Ron Morales.

:: Lolit Solis Talks About the Retraction – She finally raised the white flag in the court battle vs Sam Milby and Piolo Pascual.

:: Philippine All Stars Perform on Sharon – The Philippine All Stars is a hip hop group that won first place in Hip Hop open in Italy and World Hip Hop Championships in the USA. They performed their winning routine on Sharon.

:: Your Song Presents Without You – The 3rd episode of the Joross Gamboa-Victor Basa starrer.

Blogsters Today – Dancin’ Headlines originally appeared on Starmometer on May 19, 2008.

The story started with Bobby (Joross) and his mom transferring to a subdivision in Tagaytay. He befriends his next door neighbors John (Victor) and Jen (Cathy) who happens to be siblings.

On the first day that he saw him, Bobby (Joross Gamboa) already fell in love with John (Victor Basa). But the problem is Jen (Alex Gonzaga) is in love with Bobby, and the bigger problem is that Jen is the sister of John!

Bobby is a Culinary Arts graduate and the chef of their restaurant. John is a Law graduate who has already taken, and unfortunately, failed the Bar Exams twice so he needs to take it again. Jen happens to be the sweet, caring, and loving sister of John.

Bobby will do everything just to get John’s attention and Jen will not stop until she gets Bobby’s heart. She would always give gifts and bake something for Bobby. Little did they know that they are consulting the same article in a magazine about capturing someone’s heart.

I must say, the script was very good and there were no fillers. The characters were established in the first scenes. The story develops gradually and ended with a cliffhanger that no one could have guessed.

With regards to the actors, Joross is the man! He has no pretensions in portraying a gay role. Cathy and Victor were great too. The three leads have nice chemistry and the camera just loves them.

Although inspired by the movie “Threesome”, the story of Without You is totally different as the three characters are deeply connected with each other. Victor and Bob have feelings for each other, Cathy has feelings for Bob, Victor loves his sister Cathy and he doesn’t want her to get hurt. In the midst of all complications, the characters accidentally find love.

:: Click HERE to watch the complete 1st episode.

Your Song – Without You – 1st Episode originally appeared on Starmometer on May 5, 2008.