With the spreading words that Paulo Avelino is the latest suitor of KC Concepcion, her mom Sharon Cuneta stressed. “ I really don’t know. But if it’s true. I think Paulo’s ok. Honestly, I’d like my daughter to have a serious lover. Gusto ko siyang magpakasal. I do pray to have a grandchild at this point in my life. I truly ask KC na bigyan na niya ako ng apo.”
A no mendacious Sharon admits that at 19 she got married, had a child at a young age. “Sabi nila bata pa akong maging lola pero handa na ako. So if my apo gets older eh di gaanong malaki ang age gap namin. That’s what I want, to enjoy my time as a grandma, for a change.”
Looks like even if KC yearns to please her mom, it would take time before she plunges into marriage. As she chortled to writer-chums, “It seems I’ll be the opposite of my mom. Baka past 30 na ako mag-asawa at magka-anak.”
About Paulo, KC reportedly sized him up as a responsible, honest guy. But she neither confirmed nor denied if he’s courting her. However, Paulo nods that he has good intention in winning KC’s heart.
Willie, Daughter Meryl’s Gap Still Exists
Back from her studies in London, England at the St. Martin’s College of Arts & Design. Meryl Soriano doesn’t negate that she has still a gap with her dad Willie Revillame. The sort of misunderstanding broke out when Meryl rejected Willie’s plan to manage his businesses.
“That Time, I was all set to leave for London. I prioritized on my schooling. Papa felt bad so he didn’t bother to assist me financially, thinking I’d change my mind. I travelled on my own expenses. So nagka-tampuhan kami.” Meryl stressed to my colleague at the presscon of her indie film Sapi.
After the said movie, Meryl will enplane back to London to finish her design course there. Nevertheless, she’s optimistic that before she leaves she would finally Kiss and make up with Willie. After all, that sulking feelings between them gives way to perspicacious moment, hopefully, she avers.
Trivia:
Did you know that in the late ‘40s, popular athletes invaded the local movie industry? There was the Olympian boxer Jose Padilla Jr. who rose to fame through action and dramatic starrers. The patriarch of the Salvador clan Lou Salvador Sr. distinguished himself as one of the members of the first Philippine basketball team that competed in the Olympics.
Later, Lou gained recognition as an actor turned stage and movie director. In the field of golf, national champion Eddie Cuadrado was better known on screen as Eddie Arenas. Launched to stardom opposite Lolita Rodriguez in Gilda. Eventually, the duo tied the marital knots prior to his death .
Another boxer Anthony Villanueva , the first Pinoy bronze medalist at the Olympic Games tried his luck too in showbiz. He portrayed the film-bio of his story the Anthony Villanueva Story and appeared in several action vehicles before he retired from boxing, acting.
In the ‘50s, varsity basketball players were lured to join local tinsel town. These included Zaldy Zshornack and Bob Soler from Manila Central University . The duo inked a contract under Premiere Productions, enacting action, comedy roles. Subsequently, Zaldy married actress-beauty queen Shirley Gorospe and Bob exchanged I dos with FPJ’s sibling Evangeline Poe.
At that time, LVN Pictures launched the handsome NCAA baseball player Bernard Bonnin from San Beda College to stardom in action, romantic and fantasy flicks, mostly with reel, real love Lourdes Medel. Bernard’s the dad of ex Miss Universe runner up-actress Charlene Gonzales by Elvie Gonzales, ex-star.
Eventually, boxing world champ Flash Elorde Jr. duplicated Villanueva’s feat as he delineated himself in the Flash Elorde Story. Subsequently, he bannered a couple of comic-action stuffs. While in the swimming world, Asian Games medal winner Jocelyn Von Guese (niece of actress Paraluman) got famous as a TV host and part time actress also.
Not to be outdone, Asian Games track and field champ Lydia de Vega starred in her film-bio Lydia de Vega Story. For some time, she was visible in boob tube shows. She was followed by Asian Games tennis medalist Dyan Castillejo. She got hooked up as a talented TV host that currently she has showcased as a Kapamilya network sports commentator.
The well liked world chess champ Eugene Torre shared the limelight when Vilma Santos chose him to be her leading man in one of her blockbuster starrers. This ignited his chance to appear in TV shows.
In the succeeding years, boxing world champs Rolando Navarette, Luisito Espinosa shone in action movies momentarily. So with national basketeers Manny Paner, Atoy Co, Alvin Patrimonio, Francis Arnaiz And another ex Olympics boxing medalist Onyok Velasco turned active actor in comedy films,TV shows.
Hollywood Producer Backs up Phil Oscars Entry
If the Phil entry to Oscars best foreign film Transit makes it as top five finalists this Jan. 2014, its producer-helmer Paul Soriano gives credit to big time Hollywood producer Dean Devlin. Paul confided that Dean backs up Transit by campaigning, funding it to all the Oscars members.
“Dean told me he feels Transit deserves to make it or win the award for it’s a totally, different, amazing film. And he doesn’t ask for any compensation from me.” Says Paul who’s Toni Gonzaga’s boyfriend.
Incidentally. Dean made headway via the previous Oscars best picture Independence Day. Interestingly, Dean’s mom is a Pinay. No wonder, he has soft spot for the Philippines.
Eugene’s Edge Over Ai-Ai
Most often the movie critics and the public alike would compare Ai-Ai delas Alas to Eugene Domingo. For the two excel as top comediennes who have forte too in drama lead roles. However, being declared Box office Queen Ai-Ai clobbers Eugene on this aspect.
But on worldwide recognition in competence, Eugene has a tremendous edge over Ai-Ai. You see, she bagged the best actress award at the Asian Film Festival for Babae sa Septic Tank. And just recently Eugene won the best actress trophy at the Tokyo International Film Festival for Barber’s Tales, beating named American, European, Latin American actresses. This, Ai-Ai has yet to accomplish.
Kris, James in Conflict anew
James Yap’s lawyer Atty. Lorna Kapunan accused Kris Aquino of breach of his visitation rights on their son Bimby as ordered by the courts. Kris’s counsel Atty. Sigfred Fortun disagreed, claiming the Courts had it that James should fetch Bimby on Kris’ house which James didn’t comply.
At press time, the said parties make move to settle matter with no gauche action. As Kris contradicts the allegation she puts a wall between Bimby and his dad.
Loudest Whispers:
A reliable source relayed that there’s a certainty that Nora Aunor will be chosen National Artist for Film & Broadcast Arts 2013. This will be announced before the year ends though Nora not optimistic.
Maja Salvador disclosed that the contrasting reports that she split with her bf Gerald Anderson and the plan to marry him next year are untrue. “We’re still lovers pero di pa kami handa sa wedding early next year We’re tied up with our works.” Says Maja to a colleague.
Could it be true that Richard Gutierrez gave a hint that he sired Sarah Labhati a healthy baby, born in Australia? That allegedly it’s not possible that Sarah and GMA7 exec Annette Abrogar will bury the hatchet, so to say. If ever, this means both won’t return to GMA-7 fold.
Young Kapuso stars Christopher Martin and Joyce ching confirmed their break up but don’t gibber about it. Currently, Christopher is being linked to his partner in the TV series Kahit Nasaan Ka Man Julie San Jose. If anything, the gossip makes Elmo Magalona jealous. He’s said to be the lover of Julie.
Based on U.S. reports, Leonardo de Caprio will enact the original role of Gerald Anderson in the Phil movie On the Job which a Hollywood producer will remake. Piolo Pascual’s part might be played by Mark Wahlberg, the star of contraband and The Transformers newest sequel.
