As of this writing, reports indicate the possibility that the initial team up of Judy Ann Santos and Sam Milby might fizzle out. This is in the midst of the euphoria of their diehards who eagerly anticipate the project. According to a grapevine, Juday’s manager Alfie Lorenzo allegedly junked it. No clarification whether it’s the storyline or Sam himself which Alfie has resented.
In any case, heard that Sam crosses his fingers that everything would be ironed out. Reportedly, he had already called the shots to talk it over with Juday’s manager. In the first place, Sam opines that there’s no askew incident between him and Alfie. Whatever, Sam divulged to writer-pals that he would make the move to patch up with Juday’s manager, if ever.
Meanwhile, Juday remains tight-lipped, noncommittal about the innuendo. Albeit she’s excited to work with Sam, so they say.
TV5 to Produce a Joey-Willie Show?
For the record, within this month or so Joey de Leon will top cast a new Sunday program for TV5, with co-hosts Edu Manzano, Gellie de Belen, Arnel Ignacio and Soledad Shahani. Out of it, this early a grapevine insinuates that another show is being mapped out which, hold your breath, focuses on the tandem of Joey and Willie Revillame.
Sounds ludicrous yet it can happen. Remember at the time the two exchanged pernicious words to each other (Eat Bulaga, Wowowie days), both revealed that off the air, they’re actually friends. As if ‘lambingan nila ang ganung birahan.”
At that, that’s not far-fetched though Joey evinces no furtive admission of such offer. Same with Willie. Nonetheless, to kowtow of one another seems not surfacing this time.
Trivia:
Did you know that in the early years of local movies, top comedians became famous in tandem? LVN Pictures had Tugo-Pugo which bannered many hits, including Tambol Mayor. Sampaguita Pictures boosted the pair of Tolindoy-Chichay (Goryo at Tekla) and Premiere outfit’s Lopito-Lopita (Kengkoy) cropped out.
When Tugo died, Pugo for a while turned inactive. But with the TV boom, he got a partner Bentot in the zany sitcom Tang Tarang Tang Tang. Bentot played a grown up son of Pugo who had a kid’s mind. In the case of Lopito after Lopita’s demise, he found a new sidekick, the irrepressible Patsy. The two were the hosts of the top TV singing talent show then Tawag ng Tanghalan which discovered well known singers, led by Nora Aunor and Diomedes Maturan.
Almost at the same time, the boob tube world ushered in the famous comic love team Sylvia la Torre and Eddie San Jose of Sebya, Mahal Kita fame. Out of her prowess in singing, acting and hosting, Sylvia was named the TV Queen of that era. Together with Eddie, they spearheaded several comedy flicks too.
After Tolindoy-Chichay pair, Sampaguita studio built up Dolphy and Panchito topped by the pic Kalabog en Bosyo. The duo headlined also the popular TV sitcom Kulang sa Pito. As a rib-tickler, Dolphy made a tremendous impact in showbiz by making it big as a solo star, be it in movies and TV. Thus, he was tagged the Comedy King for decades, unsurpassed at that. Dolphy won too best actor trophies in hilarious films, another phenomenal feat.
Nowadays, the sickly yet full of verve Dolphy has been vocal of his choice for Vic Sotto as his heir apparent in the comedy King throne.
John’s New Love: sunshine or Sarah?
So it’s Bianca Manalo who confirmed that she has parted ways with John Prats for weeks already. But it was John who broke off with her. Contrasting reports have it that John felt too offended when Bianca berated him in public. Some surmised his family, particularly his sis Camille Prats resented Bianca’s too domineering ways.
Words run fast though that the real reason could be John finds new love, either Sunshine Garcia, a co-star in the sitcom Banana Split or the Kapuso actress Sarah Labhati. However, John’s camp insisted that the two are mere friends of John. That to mollify an irate Bianca, John would try to win her back one of these days.
Indie Film to Cast Zoren, Carmina and BB
The complacent, no awkward relationships between the couple Zoren Legaspi, Carmina Villaroel and BB Tatlonghari reportedly led an indie film producer to find a comedy-romance project for the trio. With the hope that the trio won’t reject the offer.
Recently, Zoren met amiably with BB who prays for a no ramshackle marriage for Zoren and Carmina.”Dasal ko talaga maging lasting at happy ang pagsasama nila.” That’s the exact statement of BB. For Carmina, she’s amused of BB.
“For me, BB is totally a different person. As BB said eh patay na ang Rustom Padilla. Ibang tao siya. So let it be. Kinalimutan ko na may Rustom Padilla.” Carmina chuckled.
If the movie project pushes through, for sure the cineastes will be delighted watching the triumvirate. Don’t you think so?
Luis Approves Jennylyn’s Going Bold
Perhaps due to the niggling talks that Luis Manzano’s strict with his GF Jennylyn Mercado, he has given her a free hand to accept a bold role in The Bride and The Lover. Luis explained to movie press that Jen truly wants to grow up as an actress. He doesn’t want to put a wall to prevent it.
As Jen stated, Luis understands being an actor himself. “Besides, though I’ve daring sequences in The Bride… di naman sobrang bold. I’d want limitations of course.” Jen emphasized.
Ogie Closes Door to Politics
Definitely, singer-actor Ogie Alcasid will never enter politics, not even in the future. Ogie grinned in uttering these words. “Not even my friend PNoy can convince me. I’m sure of my decision.”His alibi, it’s not his cup of tea.
In any case, Ogie seems sapient in saying he has nothing against politicians. True to tell, all these years, Ogie has campaigned for politician-pals in their political sojourn.
Another thing, Ogie rejected also the offer to star in a Metro Film Festival. For he cherishes to spend more time with his family, as he promises Regine Velasquez.
Rhian Penetrates US Market
After a personal setback, Rhian Ramos has recovered career-wise. She’s glad to hear her first international film The Road (a co-produced of GMA Films) successfully penetrates the mainstream of US market. In fact, it’s extended in several theaters there. And her comeback TV series My Kontrabida Girl has won kudos from critics, viewers alike.
For that, Rhian dismissed rumors she’s that way with KC Montero of late. Rhian opts to be loveless now.
Spicy Tidbits: Luis Manzano neither confirmed nor denied he did back out to run for Lipa City mayor on next election. Intimates agree he still evaluates the pros and cons if he turns politician.
How true Gerald Anderson and Sarah Geronimo undergo differences these days? An informant allegedly hastened to add the two no longer show sweetness, closeness. If ever, Why?
Jodi Sta. Maria reportedly doesn’t mind if it’s true that ex-hubby Pampi Lacson has Iwa Moto for his new girl. Looks like Jodi has moved on after their marital split.
Right after Angelika dela Cruz accepted a transgender role in a movie, heard she underwent training under a real transgender to be more effective. Ah, she matures as an actress, so to say.
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