FREEHAND by Mario E. Bautista
AT THE LAUNCH of TV5's "5 Star Specials Present JC De Vera", his manager Annabelle Rama told us: "Nanalo ako." Where? "Sa kaso ko ng slander-oral defamation kay Wilma Galvante dahil sa paninira niya sa akin kay JC. Di ba ayaw palusutin yun sa fiscal's office kasi yung lawyer niya asawa ng prosecutor, so my lawyer said iakyat sa DOJ and we did. Ayun, Justice Secretary Alberto Agra reversed the previous decision of the fiscal dahil may probably cause daw in the case at iaakyat na agad ngayon sa judge for trial."
She also reports that the reconsideration case filed by the widow of her son Richard Gutierrez' production assistant, Nomar Pardo, who perished in the Tagaytay car accident, was junked anew by the justice department. "Sec. Agra confirmed the previous decision of Sec. Agnes Devanadera that what happened was really an accident and Richard's not to blame kasi even his life was also endangered, so Richard is cleared of the reckless imprudence case filed against him."
What can she say about her youngest son Richie Paul now acting in "Pilyang Kerubin"? "Natuwa ako when he said, ready na ko mag-artista. Kasi pinag-workshop ko yan noon kay Laurice Guillen. When asked why are you here? Sabi ba naman, because my mom forced me and paid me P3,000 to attend it. Hingi ng hingi ng pera sa'kin, sabi ko, bakit, may trabaho ka ba? Anong ibabayad mo sa'kin? Kaya ayan, nag-artista na, naka-3 taping days na sa 'Pilyang Kerubin', nag-a-advance sa'kin ng P10,000, sabi ko, anytime, kasi may trabaho ka na. Ngayon, pati sa workshop, punta na agad, di na pipilitin."
What's her reaction to his admittance that Richard and Jewel Mische are on? "Nagulat ako, nagpa-interview sa press. Kasi si Elvis noon, ayaw. Sa'kin naman, gusto ko sa babae ng anak ko, marespeto sa magulang at madasalin. E, nakikita ko naman yun kay Jewel. Sabi nga ng driver ko, magmamadre raw, kasi pati sila ni Richie Paul, binabasahan ng Bible."
She just returned from L.A. where Richard is shooting "In Your Eyes". Is it true Jewel followed Richard there? "I didn't see her. Marami naman siyang relatives doon. Hindi kasi kami magkasama ng bahay ni Richard. Doon siya sa malapit sa shooting. Di ko naman tinatanong si Richard kung nandun si Jewel. Paspasan na ang shooting nila mula ng dumating sina Anne Curtis at Claudine Barretto. Pagbalik niya rito, aasikasuhin naman niya ang new environmental special niya at ang Survivor Celebrity Edition."
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ALJUR ABRENICA took John Lapus' lie detector test and he had his avid fans to guess whether he'll make a truth or lie answer. Each time they guess it wrong, a fireman with a hose wets them. The questions: Are you affected that Kris Bernal is now linked to Daniel Matsunaga? He said no and it's a lie. Most of his fans correctly guested he gave a lie answer. He said: "I knew it would be a lie. Apektado talaga ako kasi malungkot talaga na mghihiwalay na kami ni Kris, e nasanay na akong lagi kaming magkasama." Was Rich Asuncion ever your girlfriend? He said no and it's another lie. Most of his fans correctly guested again that it's a lie. "Binigyan lang ng kulay ang magandang pagsasama namin ni Rich sa Starstruck pa lang," he explains. Sa tingin mo, nagdededmahan nga ba sina Kris at Rich? He said no and it's another lie. The fans thought his answer was true so they all got sprayed with water. How about Bianca King, is it true you're courting her? He said no and this time, he finally made a true answer.
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ROBIN PADILLA'S movie with Star Cinema co-starring Toni Gonzaga is taking forever to finish so we heard ABS will now give him a sitcom, just like they're doing for another senior actor, Aga Muhlach. Aga's sitcom is with Ai Ai de las Alas, titled "3M-Malay Mo Ma-develop" while Robin's sitcom will have one that's tentatively titled "Palibhasa Sikat". And guess who'll be Robin's leading lady. Mariel Rodriguez, who else? After all, their alleged "romance" already got a lot of mileage since Robin guested as a host in "Wowowee". Might as well strike while the iron is hot, especially now that Robin and Mariel both declare that they have a crush on each other and Mariel has already broken up with Zanjoe Marudo. When they saw each other at the birthday party of Linggit Tan recently, Robin and Mariel were extra cozy to each other and they left the party together. Even Robin's daughter Queenie approves of Mariel. Recently, when asked where her dad is, she said he seldom comes home. "Siguro po nagde-date sila ni Mariel," she added.
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THE DANCE GROUP Baguio Metamorphosis and musical siren Ingrid Payaket of Baguio completed the top 12 finalists of “Pilipinas Got Talent” to compete in the grand finals at the Araneta Coliseum tonight. Baguio Metamorphosis’ colorful costumes and synchronized routine won the hearts of the public and garnered 28.78 percent of the total text and online making them the eleventh finalist slot. Imusicapella Chamber Choir came in second with 26.32% followed by Ingrid with 17.97%. The chorale group got more votes from Pinoys all over the world, but the 12 th and last finalist slot went to Ingrid after judges Ai Ai Delas Alas and Kris aquino voted for her. Ingrid did a soulful rendition of a popular Broadway song.
The two join the other finalists: Internet singing sensation Jovit Baldivino, ventriloquist Ruther Urquia, magician Allan “Alakim” De Paz, Fil-Norwegian crooner Markki Stroem, guitarist Keith Delleva, breakdancers Velasco Brothers, Ezra Band, balladeer Sherwin Baguion, chorale group Luntayao Family and violinist Jeline Oliva. Watch them perform tonight at 8:30, with final results night tomorrow, 8 PM still at the big Dome to be aired live on ABS-CBN.
At the presscon, we asked them who is their toughest competitor? They think Jovit has an edge due to his wide exposure in youtube and the ABS teaser plugs featuring him. But here are their personal answers. Jovit: Ezra Band. Ruther: In terms of fan base: Jovit and Ezra. In terms of talent: Alakim. Alakim: Ruther. Markki: Jovit, Velasco Bros. Keith: Velasco Bros. Velasco: Alakim. Ezra: Velasco Bros. Sherwin: Jovit. Luntayao: Jovit as he got 81% of text votes, Velasco Bros. kasi mahirap ang act nila. Jeline: Alakim. Baguio Metamorphosis: Jovit. Ingrid: The groups acts of Velasco, Luntayao, Ezra.
Personally, we think that even if Markki wouldn't win, he's assured of having a career as he's a six-footer, well built, movie-star handsome, and the writers who saw him think he has a great chance of being the next Sam Milby or Gerald Anderson.
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JOHN CHRISTIAN REYES, the son of writer Letty Celi, is the musical director of "Himig Kalayaan", a concert inspired by Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) Director Oscar Calderon to bring back the dignity of their inmates on Tuesday, June 15. The Bucor Grand Orchestra and Chorales, called Musical Inmates of Bilibid, will perform 15 songs at the Social Hall, New Bilibid Prison, Muntinlupa City. Subsequent presentations will be made for inmates and visitors on 8 different dates. Band Master is Prof. Bayani Mamerto and Choir Master is Cedrick Punzalan. The group is organized by the Lamb of God Foundation, Inc. for sick and elderly inmates. They still need intruments to become a full symphony orchestra. To support them, please contact Lam of God, Suite 701, State Finance Bldg., Ortigas Ave. Tel. 721-1461 or email bucororchestra@gmail.com.
AT THE LAUNCH of TV5's "5 Star Specials Present JC De Vera", his manager Annabelle Rama told us: "Nanalo ako." Where? "Sa kaso ko ng slander-oral defamation kay Wilma Galvante dahil sa paninira niya sa akin kay JC. Di ba ayaw palusutin yun sa fiscal's office kasi yung lawyer niya asawa ng prosecutor, so my lawyer said iakyat sa DOJ and we did. Ayun, Justice Secretary Alberto Agra reversed the previous decision of the fiscal dahil may probably cause daw in the case at iaakyat na agad ngayon sa judge for trial."
She also reports that the reconsideration case filed by the widow of her son Richard Gutierrez' production assistant, Nomar Pardo, who perished in the Tagaytay car accident, was junked anew by the justice department. "Sec. Agra confirmed the previous decision of Sec. Agnes Devanadera that what happened was really an accident and Richard's not to blame kasi even his life was also endangered, so Richard is cleared of the reckless imprudence case filed against him."
What can she say about her youngest son Richie Paul now acting in "Pilyang Kerubin"? "Natuwa ako when he said, ready na ko mag-artista. Kasi pinag-workshop ko yan noon kay Laurice Guillen. When asked why are you here? Sabi ba naman, because my mom forced me and paid me P3,000 to attend it. Hingi ng hingi ng pera sa'kin, sabi ko, bakit, may trabaho ka ba? Anong ibabayad mo sa'kin? Kaya ayan, nag-artista na, naka-3 taping days na sa 'Pilyang Kerubin', nag-a-advance sa'kin ng P10,000, sabi ko, anytime, kasi may trabaho ka na. Ngayon, pati sa workshop, punta na agad, di na pipilitin."
What's her reaction to his admittance that Richard and Jewel Mische are on? "Nagulat ako, nagpa-interview sa press. Kasi si Elvis noon, ayaw. Sa'kin naman, gusto ko sa babae ng anak ko, marespeto sa magulang at madasalin. E, nakikita ko naman yun kay Jewel. Sabi nga ng driver ko, magmamadre raw, kasi pati sila ni Richie Paul, binabasahan ng Bible."
She just returned from L.A. where Richard is shooting "In Your Eyes". Is it true Jewel followed Richard there? "I didn't see her. Marami naman siyang relatives doon. Hindi kasi kami magkasama ng bahay ni Richard. Doon siya sa malapit sa shooting. Di ko naman tinatanong si Richard kung nandun si Jewel. Paspasan na ang shooting nila mula ng dumating sina Anne Curtis at Claudine Barretto. Pagbalik niya rito, aasikasuhin naman niya ang new environmental special niya at ang Survivor Celebrity Edition."
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ALJUR ABRENICA took John Lapus' lie detector test and he had his avid fans to guess whether he'll make a truth or lie answer. Each time they guess it wrong, a fireman with a hose wets them. The questions: Are you affected that Kris Bernal is now linked to Daniel Matsunaga? He said no and it's a lie. Most of his fans correctly guested he gave a lie answer. He said: "I knew it would be a lie. Apektado talaga ako kasi malungkot talaga na mghihiwalay na kami ni Kris, e nasanay na akong lagi kaming magkasama." Was Rich Asuncion ever your girlfriend? He said no and it's another lie. Most of his fans correctly guested again that it's a lie. "Binigyan lang ng kulay ang magandang pagsasama namin ni Rich sa Starstruck pa lang," he explains. Sa tingin mo, nagdededmahan nga ba sina Kris at Rich? He said no and it's another lie. The fans thought his answer was true so they all got sprayed with water. How about Bianca King, is it true you're courting her? He said no and this time, he finally made a true answer.
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ROBIN PADILLA'S movie with Star Cinema co-starring Toni Gonzaga is taking forever to finish so we heard ABS will now give him a sitcom, just like they're doing for another senior actor, Aga Muhlach. Aga's sitcom is with Ai Ai de las Alas, titled "3M-Malay Mo Ma-develop" while Robin's sitcom will have one that's tentatively titled "Palibhasa Sikat". And guess who'll be Robin's leading lady. Mariel Rodriguez, who else? After all, their alleged "romance" already got a lot of mileage since Robin guested as a host in "Wowowee". Might as well strike while the iron is hot, especially now that Robin and Mariel both declare that they have a crush on each other and Mariel has already broken up with Zanjoe Marudo. When they saw each other at the birthday party of Linggit Tan recently, Robin and Mariel were extra cozy to each other and they left the party together. Even Robin's daughter Queenie approves of Mariel. Recently, when asked where her dad is, she said he seldom comes home. "Siguro po nagde-date sila ni Mariel," she added.
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THE DANCE GROUP Baguio Metamorphosis and musical siren Ingrid Payaket of Baguio completed the top 12 finalists of “Pilipinas Got Talent” to compete in the grand finals at the Araneta Coliseum tonight. Baguio Metamorphosis’ colorful costumes and synchronized routine won the hearts of the public and garnered 28.78 percent of the total text and online making them the eleventh finalist slot. Imusicapella Chamber Choir came in second with 26.32% followed by Ingrid with 17.97%. The chorale group got more votes from Pinoys all over the world, but the 12 th and last finalist slot went to Ingrid after judges Ai Ai Delas Alas and Kris aquino voted for her. Ingrid did a soulful rendition of a popular Broadway song.
The two join the other finalists: Internet singing sensation Jovit Baldivino, ventriloquist Ruther Urquia, magician Allan “Alakim” De Paz, Fil-Norwegian crooner Markki Stroem, guitarist Keith Delleva, breakdancers Velasco Brothers, Ezra Band, balladeer Sherwin Baguion, chorale group Luntayao Family and violinist Jeline Oliva. Watch them perform tonight at 8:30, with final results night tomorrow, 8 PM still at the big Dome to be aired live on ABS-CBN.
At the presscon, we asked them who is their toughest competitor? They think Jovit has an edge due to his wide exposure in youtube and the ABS teaser plugs featuring him. But here are their personal answers. Jovit: Ezra Band. Ruther: In terms of fan base: Jovit and Ezra. In terms of talent: Alakim. Alakim: Ruther. Markki: Jovit, Velasco Bros. Keith: Velasco Bros. Velasco: Alakim. Ezra: Velasco Bros. Sherwin: Jovit. Luntayao: Jovit as he got 81% of text votes, Velasco Bros. kasi mahirap ang act nila. Jeline: Alakim. Baguio Metamorphosis: Jovit. Ingrid: The groups acts of Velasco, Luntayao, Ezra.
Personally, we think that even if Markki wouldn't win, he's assured of having a career as he's a six-footer, well built, movie-star handsome, and the writers who saw him think he has a great chance of being the next Sam Milby or Gerald Anderson.
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JOHN CHRISTIAN REYES, the son of writer Letty Celi, is the musical director of "Himig Kalayaan", a concert inspired by Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) Director Oscar Calderon to bring back the dignity of their inmates on Tuesday, June 15. The Bucor Grand Orchestra and Chorales, called Musical Inmates of Bilibid, will perform 15 songs at the Social Hall, New Bilibid Prison, Muntinlupa City. Subsequent presentations will be made for inmates and visitors on 8 different dates. Band Master is Prof. Bayani Mamerto and Choir Master is Cedrick Punzalan. The group is organized by the Lamb of God Foundation, Inc. for sick and elderly inmates. They still need intruments to become a full symphony orchestra. To support them, please contact Lam of God, Suite 701, State Finance Bldg., Ortigas Ave. Tel. 721-1461 or email bucororchestra@gmail.com.
