Best Dressed Stars at the 2023 Star Magical Prom

 

Star Magic once again proves why they are—and will always be—home to the country’s brightest stars. Tonight was no exception as the Star Magical Prom showcased Kapamilya magic at its finest, no less! The glitz, the glamor, the unparalleled Kapamilya talent-building power, and everything in between. Here are Showbiz Now standout looks from the prom. 

Xyriel Manabat

BGYO

Andrea Brillantes and Rick Rivero

Jeremiah Lisbo

Aljon Mendoza and Jayda Avanzado

Jeremiah Lisbo and Kaori Oinuma

Jana Agoncillo

Seth Fedelin

Krystal Brimner

Criza Taa

Edward Barbers

Karina Bautista

Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano

Gillian Vicencio and Karina Bautista

 Seth Fedelin and Francine Garcia

Pictures c/o Star Magic and Nice Print

Star Magical Prom 2023

 YOUNG AND RISING STARS GATHER FOR FIRST-EVER “STAR MAGICAL PROM” ON MARCH 30

( Photos: Star Magic and Pie Channel)

Star Magic, ABS-CBN’s premier talent agency, is gathering its top young and rising talents as they usher in a new generation of stars in the industry that will ‘debut’ at the first-ever “Star Magical Prom” on March 30.

Star Magic will shine even brighter as they introduce their new up-and-coming artists at the showcase event that promises “a night of love, friendship, and magic.” Fans are also invited online to witness the red carpet and prom festivities by tuning in to the livestream on Star Magic’s YouTube channel. 

Joining the celebration are some of today’s hottest love teams of Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano, “Fractured” stars Francine Diaz and Seth Fedelin, as well as “Drag You and Me’s” Andrea Brillantes.

Some of the artists that will also make hearts flutter for their debut are “Dirty Linen” cast members Xyriel Manabat, Sean Tristan, Raven Rigor, Rans Rifol, and CJ Navato, “Teen Clash” stars Jayda Avanzado, Aljon Mendoza, Kobie Brown, Andi Abaya, and Bianca de Vera, and “PBB” alumni Karina Bautista, Anji Salvacion, and Shanaia Gomez.

Adding more fun and excitement to the magical night are the members of P-pop sibling groups BINI - Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Maloi, Colet, Aiah,Jhoana, and Sheena, and BGYO - Nate, Gelo, JL, Akira, and Mikki, and global pop group Hori7on. Fans can also watch out for promising stars AC Bonifacio, Gillian Vicencio, Louise Abuel, Daniela Stranner, and Angela Ken. 

The “Star Magical Prom” also has a few surprises in store for the fans such as the launch of a new Star Magic group, the Sweet 16 and Debutantes portions, and the much-awaited coronation of the “Prom King and Queen.”

Now on its 30th year, Star Magic continues to discover and hone the talents of artists with the goal of transforming them into the country’s biggest and brightest stars.

The Sound of Music featuring Karylle and Markki Stroem

Karylle and Markki Stroessner portray the roles of Baroness Elsa von Schroeder and Rolf as part of the international touring cast of of “The Sound of Music”. Catch their amazing performances live at Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Circuit Makati until March 26, 2023. Tickets available through Ticketworld. 

Photos c/o GMG Productions/FB Page

 

Miss International Queen Philippines 2023 is Lars Pacheco

 

Miss International Queen Philippines 2023 is Lars Pacheco of Bulacan. She will represent the country in the Miss International Queen pageant in Pattaya, Thailand. Congratulations, Lars!

Pacheco bested 25 equally gorgeous transgender women at the Aliw Theater, March 11. 2022.

MIQPH 2023 - Lars Pacheco

1st runner up - Michelle Bermudez

2nd runner up - Al-Frazil Al-Alawi

3rd runner up - Anne Patricia Lorenzo Diaz

4th runner up - Tamira Ivonne Willis

Jerald Napoles and Kim Molina Tackle Riotous Family Situations in TV5’s new fun-serye ‘Team A’

Reel and real life couple Kim Molina and Jerald Napoles define “Happy Fam, Happy Life” to another level as they take over local television with Team A, the newest comedy series from Viva Entertainment, Sari Sari Channel, and TV5. This riotous comedy “fun-serye” premieres on March 18 and airs every Saturday at 9:30pm on TV5, with catch-up episodes every Sunday, 9:00 pm on Sari Sari Channel Cignal Ch 3 starting on March 19

 

Team A is sure to tickle viewers’ funny bones with a hilarious mix of characters bantering on hysterical family issues and more. This “fun-serye” revolves around the loving Ambida family of Ian (Jerald Napoles), Janet (Kim Molina), and their only child Yeye (Gianna Iguiron) whose happy and simple lives are complicated by the persistent intrusions of Janet’s mother, Violeta Bagsic (Yayo Aguila), and Ian’s father (Anjo Yllana), Arman Ambida, as they constantly clash due to their differing lifestyles and financial circumstances. 

 

With the comic tandem of Jerald and Kim playing the role of husband and wife, it is interesting to see how they will make every scene even more uproarious with their rib-tickling punchlines and witty dialogues. The series will definitely bring to light the tricky dynamics of extended families while imparting valuable lessons that viewers can relate to their own family situations.

 

What can the Ambida couple do when their respective parents are constantly bickering? With Violeta constantly rubbing it in that she does not approve of Ian as her daughter’s husband, and Arman always firing back at Violeta for her offensive tirades against his son, how can Ian and Janet reconcile everyone and get them all on the same side as Team Ambida or Team A?

 

Watch how Jerald, Kim, Yayo, and Anjo bring their A-game to this new comedy series for the entire family. Also joining the Team A cast are Gene Padilla as Mon Bagsic, Violeta’s husband and Janet’s father; Cindy Miranda as Rochelle, the beauty-queen YouTuber sister of Janet; Marc Acueza as Estong, Rochelle’s innocent-looking but rich husband; Ethan David as Jaime Sobel, Ian’s over-confident co-driver; and Ashtine Olviga as Diane, Janet’s youngest sister.

 

Get to know the Ambida clan and prepare to laugh out loud at their riotous antics as Team A premieres this March 18, 9:30pm on TV5, with catch-up airings on Sari Sari Channel (Available on Cignal Ch. 3) every Sunday, 9:00 pm starting on March 19. For more information, visit the official social media pages of TV5, Viva Entertainment, and Sari Sari Channel.

Kusina ni Mamang Simmers with Modern-Traditional Dishes this March with Fresh Episodes on BuKo Channel

Turn up the heat and get ready to cook up a feast as Kusina ni Mamang, BuKo Channel’s well-loved cooking show, makes summer even more gastronomically fun. This year is going to be deliciously different, promising to bring viewers on a culinary journey with featured dishes that are heavily inspired by authentic Filipino cuisine. With hosts “Mamang” Pokwang and DJ Jhai Ho adding a dash of comedy and sprinkles of entertainment to the show’s unique format, Kusina ni Mamang’s much-awaited return will first air on March 4, Saturday at 8:00 PM on BuKo Channel, via Pay TV on Cignal and SatLite, Ch 2 also available on Cignal Play via Live TV and  Video-On-Demand. Catch-up airing  on TV5 on March 5, Sunday at 8am.

 

Follow the fascinating duo of Mamang Pokwang and DJ Jhai Ho as they navigate the country’s rich culture and explore the Filipino’s traditional yet remarkable way of cooking. 

“Natutuwa kami sa pagbabalik ng Kusina ni Mamang dahil napakarami pa kaming mas masasarap pa na lulutuin. At syempre, excited din kami sa mga special guests na makakasama naming magluto. Kakaiba din ang bagong segment namin na sasagutin namin ang requests ng mga letter senders, kaya talagang kaabang-abang ang mga bonggang ihahain namin para sa mga manonood,” Pokwang shares

 

Witness how regional dishes are infused with a modern twist as Mamang Pokwang and DJ Jhai Ho add their very own flavors with the help of special guests, including Dimples Romana, Alex Calleja & Israel Buenaobra, Ara Mina, Baby Baste and Mommy She, Clang Garcia, Adrian Alandy & Joselle, Arci Munoz, Kitty & Kakai Almeda, JM De Guzman, Joem Bascon & Meryll Soriano, Karen Davila, Ariel Rivera & Gelli De Belen and Eugene Domingo who will also share their own cooking styles. Another feature of the new season is the letter sender segment where Mamang and guests re-enact culinary stories sent by fans of the show.

 

Catch Kusina ni Mamang’s return on BuKo Channel this March 4, 8:00 PM, premiering on Cignal and SatLite, Ch 2 and on the Cignal Play app via Live TV and Video-On-Demand, with a TV5 premiere on March 5, Sunday, 8am. For more information, follow Buko Channel on Facebook and Instagram