Win Metawin and Baifern Pimchanok will be starring in the Thai remake of the hit South Korean webtoon-turned-drama My ID is Gangnam Beauty. The Thai version, titled Beauty Newbie, was announced as part of GMMTV’s lineup of upcoming projects in 2023. Based on the webtoon by Ki Maeng-gi, My ID is Gangnam Beauty follows the story of a college student who undergoes cosmetic surgery after being bullied for her looks. Win and Baifern will take the lead roles originally portrayed by Cha Eun Woo and Im Soo-hyang in the 2018 K-drama adaptation of the same title. Joining the two are…
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Former beauty queen MJ Lastimosa clapped back at a netizen who seemingly taunted her for going under the knife. “Parehas retokada? lol,” read the netizen’s comment on a video of MJ with “lookalike” Miss Earth 2022 Indira Perez Meneses of Mexico. The Miss Universe Philippines 2014 then responded in the affirmative, “Yes, I can afford (wink emoji).” “MJ Lastimosa I never said you can’t afford, you definitely can… with all your resources. No question with that at all my dear MJ,” the netizen replied back. To which the Mj countered, “So what’s the point with your comment madam its almost 2023…
Volleyball star Alyja “Jaja” Santiago has apparently already tied the knot with her fiancé, Japanese coach Taka Minowa. Months after they announced their engagement in August, Jaja and Taka have been addressing each other as husband and wife in their respective social media posts. In an Instagram post on Tuesday, November 22, Taka shared a photo with Jaja as he penned her short and sweet message. “I know our journey will be not perfect, but l’ll stick with you till the end! I am lucky to have you as my life partner! Together forever,” wrote Taka. “I love you asawa…
After three decades, Asia’s longest-running drama anthology Maalaala Mo Kaya or MMK is coming to an end in December. Charo Santos, the show’s host and ABS-CBN executive, expressed her gratitude as she announced MMK’s farewell episode after 31 years on air. “Hindi na po mabilang ang nasalaysay na kuwento dito sa ‘MMK’ — mga kuwentong totoo, mga salamin ng sarili ninyong buhay na nagbigay ng aral at ng panibagong pag-asa,” said Charo who’s been reading letters that inspire each show’s episodes. “Kami po ay tagapaghatid lang ng mga kuwento. Kung mauulit man ang lahat, hindi po ako magdadalawang isip na…
It looks like Zanjoe Marudo and Ria Atayde are going official with their relationship. Zanjoe was recently spotted meeting with Ria’s family, as seen on the snaps shared by actress’ mom Sylvia Sanchez on Instagram. The actor bonded over dinner with Ria, her parents, and her siblings including actor-congressman Arjo Atayde, during Quezon City’s “Kyiusiklaban” event. “Thank u for spending time with us Z @onlyzanjoemarudo. I’m looking forward to know you more,” wrote Sylvia. One photo, meanwhile showed a sweet moment between Ria and Zanjoe. Sylvia previously revealed that Ria and Zanjoe are on the “dating stage” and have yet…
Mariel Rodriguez, Ciara Sotto and Ruffa Gutierrez are coming together for a new show on AllTV. The three are set to host the new network’s upcoming morning talk show M.O.M.S (Mhies on a Mission) which will premiere on November 28. “Daily pampa-happy tuwing morning ng mga mhies, papies at buong family, darating na sa telebisyon ngayong November 28!,” read AllTV’s social media post. Mariel, Ciarra and Ruffa took to their respective social media accounts to express excitement on their upcoming show together. Mariel and Ciarra signed a contract with AllTV in September.
Vice Ganda once again rewarded It’s Showtime staff for their hardwork and dedication to the noontime show. The comedian-host anounced the surprise Christmas treat to the 300 staff members of It’s Showtime after their team’s “Magpasikat” performance aired on Thursday. “Maraming, maraming salamat. Napakalaki ng ginagawa niyo para sa programang ito,” Vice Ganda addressed the It’s Showtime staff. The Unkabogable star also offered his apologies for some of their few misunderstandings on the set. “Lahat ‘yun, nangyayari lang dahil pinipilit nating gampanan ang ating mga obligasyon para sa programa, sa audience natin, sa network. Lahat naman ng iyon, all coming…
John Lloyd Cruz’s rumored girlfriend Isabel Santos has shared more snaps of her cozying up to the actor. Isabel posted on Instagram a series of sweet snaps of them together as they attended the red carpet event for the Asia Pacific Screen Awards in Australia. In the snaps, Isabel donned a pink dress as she held hands with John Lloyd who wore a barong to the said event. The artist and illustrator simply captioned the photos with a face with hand over emoji. John Lloyd and Isabel first sparked dating speculations when the latter shared mostly back photos of a…
Toni Gonzaga will celebrate her 20th anniversary in showbiz with a concert. The TV host-actress expressed excitement as she’s set to mark two decades in the entertainment industry with a one-night show, which also coincides with 39th birthday on January 20, 2023. Dubbed “I am…Toni,” the concert will be held at the Araneta Coliseum. “I AM grateful to be able to do this on my birthday Jan. 20, 2023! I will be celebrating my 20th anniversary at the Araneta Coliseum,” announced Toni in an Instagram post on Thursday. “What a journey!!! Thankful for the past, excited for the present and…
Paolo Contis couldn’t hide his pride after rumored girlfriend Yen Santos bagged the Best Actress award at the 45th Gawad Urian. The actor took to his personal Facebook page to congratulate Yen for her big win in one of the most prestigious film award-giving bodies. “Congratulations Lilieyen Santos. I’m sooooooo proud of you!! Very well deserved! See you in a while,” wrote Paolo as caption to a photo of Yen with Best Actor awardee John Arcilla. Yen won the award for her role in the 2021 film A Faraway Land, which she co-starred with Paolo. The two have been rumored…