Coffee prince adaptation

Do you still remember this hit Korea novela "Coffee Prince"(originally entitled first shop of coffee prince) a romantic comedy series starring Yoon Eun-hye also the actress who portrayed Angela gong of the recently ended Korean series "Lie To Me"? back in 2008 Well GMA had revealed their own franchise of the said show this will be the returning team up of(ALKRIS) Kris Bernal and Aljur Abrenica and will be directed by the award winning director Mario J. Delos Reyes.Also joining the cast are Bejamin Alves , Max Collins, Kim Komatsu, Steven Silva, Fabio Ide, Celia Rodriguez, and Leo Martines.

The series will be aired on September 24th 2012.I'm quite sure it'll be a prime time series but on which it will preceed is yet un announce by now.I'm excited to see how this will come up.And also is worth waiting is how Kris Bernal will look like with male cut which is required for the show Kris said that she is so willing to cut her hair short for the series.Ill keep you posted for all of the updates regarding this upcoming GMA series.

Sana Ay Ikaw Na Nga Remake

After ten years GMA Network decided to do a remake of "Sana ay Ikaw na nga" a hit teleserye back in 2001 starring Tanya Garcia and Dingong Dantes.The show lasted for two years it revolves on the story of how a rich man named Carlos Miguel Altamento and a poor bario girl named Cecilla Fulgencio love one another defy all odds.Now the remake will be portrayed by Andrrea Torres and Mikael Daez new experimental love team right? we'll see how it goes. the show will replace "kasalanan bang ibigin ka" this september 3.

Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin Remake

Barbie Forteza, Joyce Ching, Joshua Dionisio and Kristofer Martin are set to reprise the roles of Angelika Dela Cruz, Sunshine Dizon, Sherwin Ordoñes and Cogie Dominggo in "Ikaw Lang ang Mamahalin". The Primetime soap is confirmed to have a remake for Daytime Television after 10 years
Do you recall any remarkable or notable scenes from the original soap?

►This series marked the comeback of GMA 7's soap opera.
►Sunshine Dizon's character was killed because of the controversy between her and Angelika dela Cruz. But dela Cruz denied the issue while Dizon's reason is her new soap Kung Mawawala Ka and she doesn't want to play an antagonist role.
►Sunshine was killed in a cemetery, with dynamites surrounding her and died in explosion.
►LJ Moreno replaced Dizon as the villain when Dizon's character was killed.
►This is Richard Gutierrez' first appreance in a primetime drama series.
►Sherwin Ordoñes Character was thought to be killed but went back to reprise his role.
►The final confrontation of Amara Luna and Catherine was held in a Carnaval.

Top 10 Protege Revealed!! Who's Your Bet?

Finally, the Top 10 Protege was revealed yesterday. After the three face off round, each mentors got their official protege who will be battling for the big break. Things are getting more intense and I'm really excited for the next round. For the mean time, I'm going to rank the top ten protege based on their performance.
(From Least to Greatest)
10. Nomer Limatog
Nomer performed "Don't Stop Believin'" by The Journey which is just okay for me. I think he should practice more on his diction but nevertheless, he did pretty well knowing that he's just 10 years old. He is the youngest Protege who made it to Top 10

9. Jensen Kyra Teñoso
Jensen performed "Stand Up for Love" by Destiny's Child. She did pretty well but I'm not really fond of screaming.

8. Rosalyn Novarro
Rosalyn performed "I Will Always Love You" but her repetitive hand gestures is quite awkward and I don't think she sang it in her own unique way.

7. So Wat?
So Wat? Performed their own version of "Aint No Mountain High Enough". The guy with the husky voice reminds me of Bruce Springsteen and obviously the best among the group.

6. Denise Barbacena
Denise sang "Pangarap na Bituin" which sounded so well and you can feel her connection to the song.

5. Krizza Neri
Krizza did an amazing performance of "No One" by Alicia Keys. She did some rapping too which is her biggest advantage among the other contestants.

4. Lirah Bermudez

Lirah performed "Hush / I Will Survive" by Pussycat Dolls. She sang it by playing her guitar which is a big plus for her. She just have to work on her diction.

3. Samantha Felizco
She's one of my bets and I love her rendition of "Rolling in the Deep" (originally performed by Adele). She nailed it and probably one of the best cover I've ever heard.

2. Lovely Embuscado
Lovely Embuscado is obviously one of the crowd's favorites but I'm not putting her on the second spot because of sympathy. I think she really has the voice and she did pretty well on her rendition of "Hurt" (Performed by Christina Aguilera). She actually reminds me of Melinda Doolittle of American idol Season 3.

1. Kenneth Monico
Kenneth wowed the judges after singing "On Bended Knee" which is supposed to be a group song. He was able to hit all the high notes and his performance is simple remarkable.

This ranking is just based on the performances they give during the Face Off round. It might vary base on their future performances.

Protege : Judges and Top 30 Finalists

GMA's Protege will take it to another level. The Mentors are done choosing their Top 3 proteges and now, the real competition is about to start. There will be three Judges for this competition namely,
Joey the Leon - "The Legend" - With his quick wit and irreverent humor, Joey de Leon became the epitome of smart comedy in the country. With his forays into art, acting, hosting, and music proving to be successful, his status as an entertainment icon is forever etched in the Filipinos’ hearts.

Bert De Leon - "The Director" - A veteran director, passionate musician and trusted talent manager, Bert de Leon knows the ins-and-outs of the entertainment industry. With his impressive credentials, he has become a sought-after entertainment arbiter in the country.

Louie Ocampo - "The Virtuoso" - The man behind the hits, Louie Ocampo’s repertoire is one that is dearest and most recognizable to Filipino music lovers. Taking on such roles as songwriter, composer, and arranger, his body of work never fails to garner critical praise and recognition.

The show will be hosted by Ding Dong Dantes and Jennylyn Mercado and Ogie Alcasid as the Journey Host.

Here are the 10 Mentors and their Top 3 Proteges

Joey Generoso - Wilson, Aubrey and Samantha
Rey Valera - ISAW (Garett, Julie, Jethro, and Renwick), The Love teams, Si Pilyo
Imelda Papin - The VIP Singers , Jobert Nosidal, and Rossalyn Navarro
Janno Gibbs - Lirah Bermudez, Alejando (Alejoe and Janbeth), and Ricy Deloviar
Jaya - Lovely Embuscado, Archimedes Udaundo, and Joshua Fresco.
Jay-R - Kenneth Monico, Cercado Sisters, Allen Sta Maria
Aiza Suegerra - Mark Gregory, Zibrille, and Krizza Neri
Claire De la Fuente - Via, M.O.S.T, and Jensen
Gloc 9 - Derf Cabael, Denise and Maria Kristina
Rachelle Ann Go - The Blassians, Nomer Limatog, and Regina Otic.

I will share my personal bets in my next post.

August 11 , 2011 AGB Nielsen TV Ratings

Here's a comparative tv ratings taken from Pep.ph based on AGB Nielsen. GMA Network dominates almost both Daytime and primetime race. Eat Bulaga remained the strongest show in Day time while Munting Heredera dominates the prime time.

ABS-CBN		GMA NETWORK		TV5
Gising Pilipinas	0.4	Born to Be Wild Replay	0.7	Lupet Replay	0
Umagang Kay Ganda	1.9	Unang Hirit	2.1	Sapul 5: Sapul Sa Singk	0.6
				Mickey Mouse Clubhouse	1.8
Spongebob Squarepants	1.7	Pokemon	2.3	Handy Manny	2.3
Mr. Bean	1.9	Detective Conan	4	Batibot	2.1
Banana Split Daily Servings	2.2			Powerpuff Girs Z	1.9
Kris TV	2.9	One Piece	5.4	The Powerpuff Girls	1.9
		Slam Dunk	6.5	Ben10	2
				Juicy! Express	1.7
Showtime	4.6	Kapuso Movie Festival	5.9	Face To Face	3.9
				Balitaang Tapat	3
Happy, Yipee, Yehey!	2.4	Eat Bulaga!	13.9	Babaeng Hampaslupa	1.2
Reptasyon	2.7			Stitch!	1.9
Kapamilya Blockbusters	3.7	Blusang Itim	6.9	Phineas and Ferb	1.8
		Sinner Or Saint	7	Batibot	1.7
The Fierce Wife	2	Sisid	6.6	Dexter's Laboratory	2
I Dare You	2.6	Gourmet	3.9	Ben 10	2.3
				Super Sine 5	5.5
Mula Sa Puso	5.7	Futbolilits	5.7	Aksyon	3.1
TV Patrol	9.4	24 Oras	9.3	Wil Time Bigtime	5.8
100 Days To Heaven	11.6	Amaya	12.4
Guns and Roses	11.3	Munting Heredera	12.7
Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin	11.8	Time of My Life	11.9	Bangis	4.5
The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition	7.2	Big Thing	10.6	The Sisters	2.4
Pure Love	5.6	Temptation of Wife	5.5	Untold Stories Mula Sa Face To Face	2.2
SNN Showbiz News Ngayon	3.5	Saksi	2.7	Aksyon Journalismo	1.7
Bandila	1.7	Rescue	1.5	Public Atorni	1
Krusada	1			Juicy! Express Replay	1
Music Uplate Live	0.5			Medyo Late Night With Jojo A	0.6

GMA Network Dominates The National Tv Ratings (2nd Semester of 2011)

Below is the Press Statement Released by GMA Network (Source: Pep.ph)

"GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) made a strong start this second semester of 2011 as it posted solid margins on national television ratings, as validated by broadcast industry's most trusted ratings service provider, Nielsen TV Audience Measurement.
"According to full July household data (July 24 to 31 based on overnight ratings) in National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM), GMA posted a total day average audience share of 34.2 points, 2.8 points ahead of ABS-CBN's 31.4; and 18.8 points higher than TV5's 15.4.
"Based on an estimated five viewers per household, the gaps translate to almost 500,000 more viewers from all over the country who favored GMA over ABS-CBN; and 3.5 million viewers who watched GMA instead of TV5.
"In the list of overall top 30 programs less specials, during the period, GMA outnumbered ABS-CBN with 16 entries. GMA was noticeably strong in the afternoon block (from 12nn to 6pm) as it won by double-digits over competitors ABS-CBN and TV5.
"In Urban Luzon, which comprises 77 percent of total television households nationwide, GMA also posted double-digit margins versus ABS-CBN and TV5 in household audience shares. GMA was 11.3 points ahead of ABS-CBN with 37.9 points versus 26.6 points. GMA was likewise ahead of TV5's 16.7 points at a larger margin of 21.2 points.
"The lead means 1.6 million more viewers in the area preferred GMA over ABS-CBN; and 3.1 million more viewers favored GMA over TV5.
"In viewer-rich Mega Manila, which makes up 58 percent of total television households nationwide, GMA scored 38.6 share points, 13.2 points ahead in this bailiwick as compared to ABS-CBN's 25.4; and 21.3 points away from TV5's 17.3 points. The figures translate to GMA having 1.5 million more viewers over ABS-CBN; and 2.4 million more viewers over TV5.
"There were 20 GMA programs in the list of overall top 30 programs less specials in Urban Luzon; while 21 GMA programs made it to the same list in Mega Manila. In the top 10 roster, GMA almost made a clean sweep with nine entries in Mega Manila, and seven in Urban Luzon.
"Amaya, Munting Heredera, and Eat Bulaga were the top three programs in both areas. Other GMA programs that made it to the top 10 lists in Urban Luzon and Mega Manila include Captain Barbell, 24 Oras, Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho, and Kap's Amazing Stories.
"Manny Pacquiao's Manny Many Prizes also made a hit debut last July 16 as it surpassed ABS-CBN's TV Patrol Weekend and Wansapanataym in Mega Manila weekend primetime ratings.
"Richard Gutierrez's Captain Barbell made a heroic bow during its last episode on July 29 as it beat ABS-CBN's top primetime contender 100 Days To Heaven, which is now up against Marian Rivera's epicserye Amaya, in Mega Manila and Urban Luzon.
"Nielsen translates one rating point in NUTAM to 90,890 households and 421,530 viewers. In Urban Luzon, one rating point equals 69,700 households and 320,350 individuals; while in Mega Manila, one rating point is equivalent to 52,470 households and 239,070 individuals.
"The Nielsen TV Audience Measurement used by GMA is used by 21 companies including two other local networks, namely, TV5 and Solar Entertainment; Faulkner Media; CBN Asia; 13 advertising agencies and three regional clients. On the other hand, ABS-CBN is the only major local TV network reportedly subscribing to Kantar Media, formerly known as TNS.
"In Mega Manila alone, the Nielsen TV Audience Measurement has a sample size of 880 homes as compared to Kantar Media's 770 homes. Nationwide, Nielsen has a total sample size of 2,005 homes compared to the lower sample size of 1,370 utilized by Kantar Media."