Robbie Williams, Ayda Williams and Louis Tomlinson join Simon Cowell as judges on the X Factor UK

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The X Factor UK is thrilled to announce Robbie Williams, Ayda Williams and Louis Tomlinson will join Simon Cowell on the new-look judging panel for the hit singing talent show.

The three new judges appeared with Simon at a press conference at Somerset House in central London where they were officially revealed.

Robbie is a global superstar who has sold more than 75 million albums over his career and won 18 BRIT Awards - more than any other artist in history. Robbie has been playing to sold out stadiums across the world over the past year on his 'The Heavy Entertainment Show Tour’ - which has seen him perform to more than 1.25 million fans across the UK, Europe and Australasia. Robbie released the platinum-selling ‘The Heavy Entertainment Show’ album in November 2016 - it debuted at Number 1 on the UK album chart, giving Williams his 12th Number 1 solo album. 

Ayda Williams - actress, presenter and wife to Robbie for eight years - will be competing with her husband to claim the winning spot on this year’s show. Ayda has an invaluable inside take on how the music industry works and knows first-hand what it takes to forge a successful career. It is the first time on The X Factor UK that a husband and wife have been judges.

Louis is the first judge to have also been a contestant on the show. As a member of One Direction he has sold more than 150 million records worldwide and achieved more than 100 global No1s. One Direction were the biggest selling UK act globally for three consecutive years and in 2013 they were overall the biggest selling act in the world.

As a solo artist, Louis’ single Back to You hit No.1 in 37 countries and has been streamed more than 220 million times. He recently won the 2018 iHeartRadio award for Best Solo Breakout and is currently recording his debut solo album.

Music mogul and show creator Simon has been the mastermind behind some of the music industry’s biggest acts from Leona Lewis and One Direction to Little Mix and James Arthur. Acts from The X Factor UK have sold more than 250 million records globally to date.

Simon told the gathered media at the press conference: “This new panel is all about optimism, everyone has a real passion for finding a new star. The three new judges bring a whole new energy and I’m excited.” 

Robbie said: “For nearly 30 years I’ve been touring. I’ve been wanting to branch out and The X Factor felt like the perfect vehicle. Ayda is my rock, she’s looked after me through thick and thin. I’m looking forward to getting started as a judge!” 

Ayda said: “On a professional level I’ve auditioned for years so I know the highs and lows. I know what it takes to help people achieve their dreams. It’s all about the auditionees, it’s an organic process. The fact I get to work with Rob and against him is fantastic!”

Louis said: “The X Factor for me made a lot of sense. Development of artists is something I’ve been interested in for a long time. Having been on the show myself I know first-hand that the live shows are like nothing else you would experience. I’m looking forward to guiding auditionees through the process.”

Sharon Osbourne will also return as a judge for The X Factor UK’s live shows while Dermot O’Leary is back as presenter.

The X Factor UK S15 will air same day as the U.K. on Blue Ant Entertainment this September. Blue Ant Entertainment is available on Blue Ant Entertainment is available on SKYcable channels 53 (SD) and 196 (HD), SKYdirect channel 35, Destiny Cable channel 53, and Cablelink channels 37 (SD) and 313 (HD).

SUPERCHARGE YOUR SUNDAYS WITH HISTORY’S WATCH AND WIN CONTEST ON SUPERCHARGED HISTORY

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Philippines -  HISTORY is giving away 3 sets of petrol vouchers worth PHP3,000 each to 3 lucky winners weekly in the Watch and Win Contest on Supercharged HISTORY, a programming block on HISTORY every Sunday from 10-11 pm.

How to join:

1. Download the IQNECT app on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store on your mobile    
phone.  

2. Watch Big Easy Motors/Counting Cars on Supercharged HISTORY airing Sundays starting at 10pm. 

3.  Using the IQNECT app, scan any car featured in Big Easy Motors/Counting Cars. 

4.  Answer a simple question on the app to participate.

HISTORY’s Watch and Win Contest is open to all HISTORY subscribers in the Philippines. Contestants are allowed to submit only 1 entry each and must be submitted between 10pm and 11pm every Sunday.

Three winners will be selected per week who will win vouchers worth PHP3,000 each redeemable for petrol. Winners will be notified via email or phone within 2 weeks from date of submission of entries.

Contest ends 9 January 2017.

For more information, visit  

http://www.historyasia.com/shows/supercharged-history  

www.historyasia.com/shows/supercharged-history.  

HISTORY™ is available on SKYCable Ch 67; Cable Link Ch. 43; Dream Satellite Ch 30; Destiny Cable Ch 57; and Cignal Ch 125.

All- new MacGyver only on AXN, premieres September 29

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Philippines (September, 2016) – AXN has one ‘Gy’ to save the world this September with MacGyver, a dynamic re-imagining of the iconic hit television series that was hugely popular in the eighties. 

Set to premiere September 29, first and exclusively on AXN, this modern-day take is an action-adventure drama that features Angus “Mac” MacGyver who forms a clandestine organization within the U.S. government. Here MacGyver utilizes his extraordinary talent making inventive use of ordinary objects in a matter of minutes to decipher seemingly unsolvable problems. 

The action-packed series follows the unconventional exploits of our young hardware hero as he undertakes high-risk missions to save lives around the globe. Highly resourceful and with vast scientific knowledge, MacGyver narrowly escapes life-and-death situations armed with a little more than common items, like a paper clip, duct tape, and his trusty Swiss Army knife. Joining him is the maverick former CIA agent Jack Dalton. 

Lucas Till (Havok in the X-Men movie series) stars as MacGyver while CSI veteran George Eads plays Jack Dalton. Peter Lenkov (Hawaii Five-0, CSI:NY), Golden Globe Award winner Henry Winkler (Happy Days), Lee Zlotoff (MacGyver), James Wan (Saw, The Conjuring) serve as executive producers for the series. 

Expect lots of thrills in the premiere episode directed by James Wan of The Conjuring and Insidious fame as MacGyver puts his troubleshooting skills to the test and cleverly implements unorthodox methods to hurdle over complex problems and eventually become triumphant in the end. 

MacGyver premieres same week as the U.S. on September 29, every Thursday at 9:45 pm. 

First & Exclusive on AXN 

AXN is seen on Cable Link Channel 38, Cignal Digital TV Channel 61, Global Destiny Cable Channel 61, Dream Channel 20, GSat Channel 51, and SKYCable Channel 49. 

Filipina Singer Ivy Grace Paredes Gets All The Yeses She Needs From The X Factor UK Judges

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Ivy Grace Paredes, 33, from the Philippines, impressed all four judges of The X Factor UK with her rendition of Whitney Houston’s All The Man I Need on the sixth episode of the show today.

On camera before she belted out her version of the hit song, she said that she was inspired to join the competition after seeing 4th Impact on the show last year. “If they can make it, I can make it, too.” She said that she wasn’t getting any younger but that she could still be on The X Factor UK stage.

After her powerful performance Simon Cowell reacted, "Oh my God! What just happened there?!"

"She just sang our faces off, pretty much, that's what happened," replied Nicole Scherzinger.

Louis Walsh said that her audition was amazing to which Simon said it was more than amazing and thought the second half was incredible. 

“Everybody comes in here saying ‘I want it so bad, am fighting for it’ but that, right there, is wanting it and fighting for it,” said Nicole. Louis said she was sensational and thought she was a little diva. Sharon Osbourne said that Ivy Grace did herself proud. 

A native of Malaybalay, Bukidon, Ivy Grace tearfully said that she chose to join The X Factor UK because of her daughter.

"For me, I believe this is the biggest competition and I want to be a part of it. (The) X Factor (UK) can give me the stepping stones I need to do good in the future because this is all for my daughter." Her daughter is 2 ½ years old and is under the care of her parents in the Philippines.

Ivy Grace Paredes moves on to the next round of The X Factor UK. 

The X Factor UK airs first and exclusive on RTL CBS Entertainment same day as the UK on Sundays and Mondays at 10:30am with primetime encores Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays at 9:00pm. 

RTL CBS Entertainment is available on SkyCable channels 53(SD) and 196(HD), Destiny Cable channel 53, Dream Satellite channel 17 and Cablelink channels 37(SD), 313 and 800(HD).

HISTORY® TURNS THE LENS ON ASIA’S BEST SHUTTERBUGS FOR THE THIRD TIME WITH NEW SEASON OF PHOTO FACE-OFF

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- 13 amateur photographers give it their best shot to be crowned champion -

Philippines - After two successful seasons, A+E Networks® Asia’s original production PHOTO FACE-OFF is set to return on HISTORY® for season three. Currently in production, viewers in the region can look forward to the five episode series’ premiere later this year.

Award-winning resident professional photographer Justin Mott is back to take on a new group of amateur photographers who will compete against him, and each other, for the top prize. For the third consecutive year, Canon will be the series’ presenting sponsor, in association with Silk Air. This season’s pool of talented photographers are vying for an overseas trip to the Canon Photo Clinic, a Canon EOS 7D Mark II camera + Canon Red Line Professional Backpack and the opportunity to photograph a red carpet event for A+E Networks.

Besides picking up valuable photography tips from the region’s leading experts, viewers will also experience some of Southeast Asia’s most unique activities and exotic locales. From capturing a figure skater in action, to styling and shooting an album cover for a popular local band, this year’s challenges will be more exciting than ever.

Three local amateurs in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand will be given new photographic challenges each week in their home town, designed to test the shooters’ creativity, skill and technical knowledge. A panel of professionals will judge their work and the pack will be whittled down after each challenge until there is one country representative who will then move on to the grand finale in Vietnam.

Each episode will feature a three-round battle: a speed challenge which will require them to think on their feet and race against time; a theme challenge where they will have to meet a client’s brief; and a final face-off where the last one standing will compete head to head with expert Justin Mott for bragging rights and Canon prizes.

PHOTO FACE-OFF is the first and biggest photography reality competition television series in Asia and is produced by Beach House Productions for A+E Networks Asia.

HISTORY™ is available on SKYCable Ch 67; Cable Link Ch. 43; Dream Satellite Ch 30; Destiny Cable Ch 57; and Cignal Ch 125.

About HISTORY™ & HISTORY HD™

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HISTORY is available in more than 325 million households in over 150 territories and 35+ languages.

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House of Cards Season 4 - Frank Underwood knows too well that f'oul is fair'

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Shakespeare’s power-hungry characters and House of Cards’ chief executive are more similar than we think

The airing of House of Cards Season Four could not have mirrored a more appropriate time as the Philippines and the United States elect their future leaders this year. As Election Day comes closer, the unfolding political drama in these countries grows more and more intense.

But did you know that House of Cards is largely influenced by works of the greatest English dramatist? As artists and scholars all over the world look forward to William Shakespeare’s 400th death anniversary in April, shows like House of Cards and characters like Frank Underwood (played by Kevin Spacey) remind audiences of the enduring influence of the Bard’s works.

Here are some facts on Shakespeare’s influence on the series.

1. Richard III is a major basis of Frank Underwood’s character

The original House of Cards is based on a novel by Michael Dobbs, a British Conservative politician. Dobbs’ novel was adapted into a series that aired in 1990 in the United Kingdom. A major basis of the novel’s central character was Shakespeare’s Richard III, a play about an English king who earned a reputation as an ambitious and murderous villain.

Like Frank Underwood, the title character in Richard III did not hesitate to get rid of the people who thwarted his ambition. Richard III killed one character after another, including his brother, wife, and two young nephews. After a brief reign, the notorious character met a bloody end on a battlefield in the hands of traitors.

2. Kevin Spacey played Richard III

In playing the ruthless Frank Underwood, Kevin Spacey seems to be getting in touch with a character he has played before. In 2014, Spacey played the title role in Sam Mendes’ production of Richard III, which went on an international tour for ten months. For this production, Kevin Spacey’s look was inspired by the late Libyan dictator, Muammar Gaddafi who was killed by rebel forces in 2011.

3. Frank Underwood’s “asides” are often used in Shakespeare’s plays

There are moments in House of Cards when Frank Underwood would talk to the viewer and reveal his intentions. In the British series, the lead character also talks to the audience in this manner called an “aside.”An aside is a dramatic device where a character shares his thoughts to the audience. Asides are usually not heard by other characters on stage, but they allow the audience to understand what’s going on in the speaker’s mind.

4. Claire and Frank Underwood’s marriage mirror the relationship of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth

Frank Underwood’s wife Claire is supportive of her husband’s schemes and ambitions, and they both share a taste for power. At first, their relationship is very similar to that of Shakespeare’s ultimate power-hungry couple, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth.

But readers of the Scottish play would notice that at the beginning of the story, Macbeth is full of doubt, while his wife was more certain in their pursuit of power. Towards the end of the play, Macbeth becomes a murderous tyrant, and Lady Macbeth is driven to madness by her guilt.

The outcome of Macbeth and his wife resembles Claire and Frank’s relationship in the latest episodes of House of Cards. While they used to be supportive of each other, their marriage—along with their political partnership—now seems to have broken down.

Considering that House of Cards is based on Shakespeare’s tragedies, a curious question could now be: Will the series end the same way a Shakespearean tragedy would? 

House of Cards Season Four airs every Tuesday, 9:55pm (8:55pm JKT/BKK), first and exclusive on RTL CBS Entertainment HD.

Sony Channel's Rofling' Sundays to chase the blues away

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Sony Channel, the premier destination for Hollywood’s hottest shows, concentrates the comedy on Sundays with a Roll-On-Floor-Laughing (“ROFL-ing”) line up of popular U.S series. All showcasing a fun and fierce female lead, these shows take Hollywood entertainment to even greater heights.

ODD MOM OUT STARS NOVELIST-FASHIONISTA IN HER OWN TV SERIES

Odd Mom Out stars its creator, Jill Kargman as a fictional character based on herself, Jill Webber. Set in the wealthy, cosmopolitan jungle of New York’s Upper East Side, Jill sets out to navigate the good, the bad, and the ugly of the elite mommy clique. Finding herself sticking out like a sore thumb in a bevy of shiny, seemingly perfect and ultra trendy mommies, Jill sees the world around her through a different lens.

The comedy satire is based on her novel published in 2007, Momzillas. It also stars Andy Buckley, Joanna Cassidy, Sean Kleier (Madam Secretary), and Abby Elliot.

This witty, tongue-in-cheek series airs every Sunday at 7:00pm.

IT’S LAW WITHOUT MUCH ORDER WITH SPUNKY LEGAL COMEDY BAD JUDGE

It’s law with attitude in Bad Judge, starring Kate Walsh (Grey’s Anatomy).

Rebecca Wright is one of the most respected and prominent criminal court judges in Los Angeles. She also happens to speak her mind and acts as she wants on and off the court. From creative cases rulings to hot date nights with men, she is the town’s most intriguing woman. Beautiful and strong, she cuts a very intimidating figure, but never short of admirers. 

Watch this lady judge deftly manage her career and everything else through wit, humor and innuendoes day in and day out.

Co-created by Chad Kultgen and Anne Heche, this legal comedy is spunky and one of a kind. Catch it every Sunday at 7:30pm

YOUNGER Season 2: FRESHER AND HOTTER

After a well-received debut, Younger kicks off its second season first and exclusively in Asia on Sony Channel. .

Watch this colourful mix of characters pursue success in both career – and love and romance continue to bloom even after Liza spills the beans to Josh. But things get a bit tricky when Liza’s teenage daughter (Tessa Albertson) arrives. Also making things a bit more interesting is Charles’ unrequited crush on Liza – tune in to see if a love triangle is brewing.Kelsey tries to get her career going after a little tryst with a client last season. Both Maggie (Debbi Mazar) and Diana (Miriam Shor) also try their luck with love. 

Watch the first episode of the second season on February 28, Sunday at 8:00pm, First & Exclusive.

BABY DADDY: A Bachelor’s World Turned Upside Down

Ben has a new girl in his life, but she’s unlike anyone he has been with. She drools and poops – but has the sweetest smile. After an ex drops him the biggest surprise of his life, Ben suddenly takes on a life changing task – raising a child.

Together with his mother, Bonnie; brother, Danny and best friend Tucker; Ben faces the challenges of fatherhood. What happens next is a comedy of errors with heart-warming consequences.

Baby Daddy debuts in the Philippines this February 28, Sunday at 8:30pm.

Sony Channel is seen on SKYCable Channel 35, Cignal Digital TV Channel 60, Destiny Cable Channel 62, Cable Link Channel 39.

Brand New Bear Grylls Adventure-Reality Series, Mission Survive to Air First and Exclusive on RTL CBS Extreme HD

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Bear Grylls stars in a new adrenaline-fuelled series in which the adventurer takes eight celebrities into the depths of one of the most unforgiving Central American rainforests, where they will be compete in an epic 12‐day survival mission. Bear Grylls: Mission Survive premieres on RTL CBS Extreme HD on 20 February and airs Saturdays and Sundays at 8:40pm (7:40pm JKT/BKK).

“We’re happy to bring the new Bear Grylls series to audiences in Asia. The series is a great addition to our formidable line-up on RTL CBS Extreme HD, our male-skewed action entertainment channel,” says Jennifer Batty, EVP Programming, RTL CBS Asia Entertainment Network. 

In Bear Grylls: Mission Survive the celebrity expedition team will be pushed to their physical and emotional limits. Issued daily mission briefings by Bear, they will have to navigate treacherous obstacles and journey through dangerous dense jungles, testing their ability to adapt, improvise and overcome in one of the world’s most hostile environments. Joining Bear are actors Emilia Fox and Laurence Fox, singer and actor Max George, double Olympic champion Dame Kelly Holmes, TV presenter and singer Jamelia, comedy actor Tom Rosenthal; DJ, model and presenter Vogue Williams and former England International rugby player Mike Tindall. Testing the celebrities at every turn on the fundamental principles of survival: shelter, water, fire and food, the celebrities have to abseil down ferocious waterfalls, cross perilous rapids, trudge through swamps and negotiate razor-sharp vines, not to mention contending with scorpions, snakes and sand flies.

The winner will have to show a resilience and ability to endure hardships unlike anything they’ve experienced before. 

At the end of every episode Bear will eliminate one person. And at the end of the series, there will be three finalists and ultimately just one Mission Survivor.

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New Adrenaline-Fuelled Series Premieres 20 February, 

Saturdays and Sundays at 8:40pm (7:40pm JKT/BKK) 

Battle of the Machines is on the ground-breaking Robot Combat League

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Taking ultra-modern times into a whole new level is Robot Combat League, a one-of-a-kind game of wits and brute force. By combining tremendous human will and the super strength of machines, this is an ultimate showcase of first-class action. With 12 equally deserving teams, each composed of a “robo-jockey”- the fighter, and a “robo-tech” – the robotics engineer.

Wearing exo-suits allows the human controllers dictate the machine’s movements, these fighters crash, collide and basically take to destroy each other to provide exhilarating action to viewers. The participants come from extremely diverse backgrounds – witness a race car driver, a National Guard pilot, even an Olympian (among others) take the stage.

There are a dozen robots, each with its unique look and power features. Each fight consists of three rounds, with the winner advancing to the next match.

Hosted by Chris Jericho, a professional wrestler, Robot Combat League finally invades Asian television through AXN.

Awaiting the grand champion is $100,000.

Robot Combat League premieres on January 11, Mon – Wed, 7:55 PM.

AXN is seen on Cable Link Channel 38, Cignal Digital TV Channel 61, Global Destiny Cable Channel 61, Dream Channel 20, Gsat Channel 12, SKYCable Channel 49.

Teens with mysterious eye powers fight evil in newest series from Animax

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A 12-episode anime series, Mekakucity Actors is produced by Shaft in collaboration with Aniplex of America and 1st PLACE. Based on Jin’s Kagerou Project, the series is directed by Akiyuki Shinbo.

After living in solitude for years, a NEET named Shintaro is led back into the outside world by a mysterious female character who infiltrates his computer and causes a breakdown. Desperate to fix his beloved computer, he heads to a department store and in one fateful moment he is thrown into a life of action and crime-fighting adventure.

A group of criminals break in and hold shoppers hostage. Among the crowd happens to be a group of teenagers who call themselves “Mekakushi Dan” (or the Blindfold Gang). Wielding powers using their eyes, they are able to stop the criminals from carrying out their evil plans and force Shintaro to join them.

Witness how this young man adjusts and flourishes in his new life this August in Animax. 

Mekakucity Actors premieres August 18 at 10pm, Mon – Tues, two episodes back to back, first and exclusively on Animax Asia.

Animax is seen on SKYCable Channel 46, Cignal Digital TV Channel 34 and Dream Channel 7.

About Animax Asia

Launched on 1 January 2004, Animax is Asia’s first channel brand specializing in Japanese animation – anime. Animax offers a wide variety of anime programs from across the most popular genres including action, romance, horror, supernatural, sci-fi, comedy and slice-of-life.

Animax is home to some of the biggest anime titles in the world that enjoy great following across the region. In addition, the channel created TV history in April 2009 by becoming the world’s first regional broadcaster to air an anime series at the same time as Japan and followed that with six other simulcast anime series. Currently reaching 40 million viewers in 46 million homes across 17 markets in Asia, Animax aims to offer anime programming for everyone.

Beyond television screens, Animax also actively engages its audiences at local events, including its signature Animax Carnival that has rolled out in Malaysia, the Philippines, and Taiwan. See www.animax-asia.com for more.

Shaina Magdayao and Matteo Guidicelli in Cinema One's “Single\Single”

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Cinema One and The Philippine Star’s first project, “Single\Single” with Kapamilya stars Shaina Magdayao and Matteo Guidicelli.

Shaina Magdayao and Matteo Guidicelli

Shaina and Matteo are teaming up for the first time in an original cable TV series that merges engaging comedy and relevant issues for the urban singles living in a complicated, modern world on Cinema One this August 29 (Saturday) at 8PM.

“Single\Single” Team with Shaina Magdayao, Matteo Guidicelli and Cinema One and The Philippine Star during the media launch held at the Abs-Cbn Bldg., Quezon City, August 13, 2015. 

“Single\Single”, Cinema One and The Philippine Star’s first project, is the cable channel’s first TV series that focuses on issues ranging from quarter-life crises to relationship dilemmas in a digital world. More importantly, the series aims to underscore the importance of handling finances, career path planning, and having a work-life balance for the urban millennial.

Cinema One's first breakthrough series follows the story of Joee (Shaina) and Joey (Matteo), two single strangers who will exchange sparks or non-sparks as an odd couple forced to share an apartment for practical reasons and tries to answer the question, “when strangers have no choice but to share the rent, will it be a disaster or a happy ever after?”

As a first of its kind project on Philippine cable TV, “Single\Single” combines the power of cable and print media to talk to Filipino millennials about how to cope as a single individual in an entertaining format. Each week after an episode airs on Cinema One, in-depth discussion about wealth management will be provided in the Philippine Star’s Business Lifestyle section by wealth management expert and inspirational speaker, Francis Kong.

The show’s lead stars also serve as role models to millennials. Shaina, who grew up in showbiz, is one of the many young celebrities who has managed her finances well. She owns several business ventures, including a salon and a summer camp for kids. Meanwhile, Matteo who hails from Cebu, also has a background in entrepreneurship as his family has established businesses in his hometown. 

Also joining the cast of “Single\Single” are Cherie Gil who plays Matteo’s single mom in a very offbeat parent role; award-winning Cinema One Originals actress Anna Luna as Shaina’s career-driven buddy; and theater actor Brian Sy as Shaina’s gay friend. Indie favorites Mara Lopez and Matt Daclan will also be completing the cast in guest roles.

“Single\Single” is under the direction of international award-winning independent cinema director Pepe Diokno, who also marks his first venture into cable TV and comedy. Palanca winner Lilit Reyes serves as the series’ writer, while film producer of the highest grossing Pinoy indie movie “That Thing Called Tadhana,” Bianca Balbuena produces the series. 

Cinema One aims to support and uphold Filipino produced movies and shows by screening Filipino movies and showcasing Filipino filmmaking talent through Cinema One Originals. It is also a pioneer in the cable industry through its originally produced shows that give an in-depth discussion about the film and entertainment industry such as “Inside The Cinema Circle” and “CinemaNews.” It belongs to the family of cable channels under Creative Programs, Inc. (CPI), a subsidiary of ABS-CBN.

“Single\Single” premieres this August 29 on Cinema One. New episodes will air every Saturday at 8PM with replays on Wednesdays at 830PM and Sundays at 10PM.

This July on Discovery Channel

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Fans’ favorites and brand new faces will be featured all month-long on Discovery Channel! From round-the-clock adrenaline with Joel Lambert, daily marine wonders in Shark Week to gold hunters and a celebration of the Lion City’s 50th birthday – you are sure to have a grand time tuning in to Discovery Channel this July!

MANHUNT WITH JOEL LAMBERT S2 returns with an adrenaline-fueled new season. This time, the adversaries determined to outsmart former U.S. Navy SEAL Joel Lambert in an extreme version of hide-and-seek include indigenous hunters and animals – all equipped with specialized hunting and tracking skills. How will Joel’s military background measure up against traditional hunting methods, such as the centuries-old tribal techniques of Mongolia’s nomadic hunters and New Zealand’s Maori warriors, or the keen noses of bloodhounds? Manhunt with Joel Lambert Season 2 premieres July 7, Tuesdays, 8PM on Discovery Channel.

Heralded as television's longest running must-see annual TV event, SHARK WEEK returns this July with a myriad of shark-themed programs that promises to keep viewers and shark aficionados glued to the edge of their seats! Catch these programs starting July 13 until July 19 at 9 PM: Island of the Mega Shark, Ninja Sharks, Return of the Great White Serial Killer, Bride of Jaws, Tiburones: The Sharks of Cuba, Sharks of the Shadowland, and Super Predator.

And what better way to close off the month than to have a series of documentaries that captures the unique beauty that is Singapore? To mark Singapore’s 50th birthday, “Singapore Stories” features five documentaries made by Singaporean filmmakers under the guidance of Discovery Channel. Showcasing unique stories that capture Singapore’s DNA, these documentaries pay tribute to the enduring Singapore spirit, people, innovations, culture and history. SINGAPORE STORIES premieres July 16, Thursdays at 10 PM on Discovery Channel.

NEWS from Discovery Channel 

Jawsome July Returns With Shark Week On Discovery 

- 2014’s Shark Week set ratings high in Singapore and the Philippines among viewers aged 25 to 54 -

SHARK WEEK, one of the longest running and most anticipated television events, returns to Discovery Channel on Monday, July 13 at 9pm (PH).

Last year’s Shark Week netted record high ratings in the Philippines since 2009, and the highest viewership in Singapore over the last ten years since 2005, among viewers aged 25 to 54. From Return of the Great White Serial Killer, to Bride of Jaws and Ninja Sharks, SHARK WEEK is set to be even more jawsome this year!

SHARK WEEK 2015 PROGRAMME SYNOPSIS 

ISLAND OF THE MEGA SHARK 

Premieres Monday, 13 July at 9pm (PH) 

Shark experts Jeff Kurr, Andy Casagrande and Dickie Chivell travel to the volcanic Pacific island of Guadalupe, to search for one of the largest great white sharks ever recorded with new technologies and innovative methods. 

NINJA SHARKS 

Premieres Tuesday, 14 July at 9pm (PH) 

Researchers explore six sharks with unique adaptations that have evolved over millions of years, making them the most lethal hunters in the sea. 

RETURN OF THE GREAT WHITE SERIAL KILLER

Premieres Wednesday, 15 July at 9pm (PH) 

Return of the Great White Serial Killer seeks to find answers for a series of Great White shark attacks that have occurred with clocklike precision at the same beach, in the same month, every two years. The location is Surf Beach, CA and the last two attacks in 2010 and 2012 both resulted in fatalities. According to this schedule, the next attack would occur in October 2014. Shark expert Ralph Collier and Brandon McMillian seek answers to the main questions in this case – is the same shark responsible for the previous attacks, will there be more attacks, and why? 

BRIDE OF JAWS 

Premieres Thursday, 16 July at 10pm (SG/ MY) 9pm (PH) 

Researchers and scientists will search for Joan of Shark, the largest female great white shark ever tagged. 

TIBURONES: THE SHARKS OF CUBA

Premieres Friday, 17 July at 9pm (PH) 

70 years ago, what is believed to be the largest shark ever caught in the world was landed off the Cuban coast, a 21-foot Great White named "El Monstruo." Tiburones: The Sharks of Cuba marks a first ever for SHARK WEEK; an expedition in Cuba that unites American and Cuban scientists in an attempt to answer the question: do large sharks still exist in this relatively unexplored area of the world? Filmmaker Ian Shive and a team of shark researchers headed to Havana earlier this year in an attempt to unravel the mystery surrounding El Monstruo while simultaneously conducting a massive expedition to the north and south coasts of Cuba, including areas previously unexplored. Shive and his team for the first time ever satellite tag sharks in Cuba including a rare species of shark. 

SHARKS OF THE SHADOWLAND

Premieres Saturday, 18 July at 9pm (PH) 

In Sharks of the Shadowland, divers in New Zealand for the very first time tag a Sevengill Shark as they are charged with protecting and saving a pristine underwater environment, home to this species of shark that has seven gills vs. five. The Sevengill shark remains somewhat of a mystery and a team of shark experts are on a mission to find out how they hunt and more importantly how to better understand their behaviors and prevent shark attacks. 

SUPER PREDATOR 

Premieres Sunday, 19 July at 9pm (PH) 

One of New Zealand’s deep sea trenches is explored in search for a super predator large enough to take on a great white shark.

Halle Berry returns for Extant Season 2 premiering first and exclusive RTL CBS Entertainment HD

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EXTANT, exclusive RTL CBS Entertainment HD  is executive produced by Steven Spielberg and Halle Berry. Extant Season 2 – First Two Episodes Back-to-back - July 14, Tuesday at 9:55pm 

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Halle Berry as Molly Woods in EXTANT

Academy Award-winning actress Halle Berry continues to break down barriers with a multitude of critically acclaimed diverse roles and continued success at the box office.

Berry returns for a brand new season of Extant as reprising her role as astronaut Molly Woods, the multifaceted Halle Berry also executive produced this season of the show. EXTANT Season 2 premieres first, exclusive and express on RTL CBS Entertainment HD on July 14, Tuesday at 9:55pm.

EXTANT is a futuristic thriller about female astronaut Molly Woods played by Halle Berry who discovers she has unwittingly put the human race on a path to destruction. In season 2, the threat that Molly thought was contained in space is now earthbound and spreading to become a major problem here on Earth.Jeffrey Dean Morgan (Grey’s Anatomy and Supernatural) adds an element of edginess in this season as cop JD Richter, who teams up with Molly to protect humanity. 

Season 2 of EXTANT promises more action with new showrunners Elizabeth Kruger and Craig Shapiro (Necessary Roughness) taking on the helm with series creator Mickey Fisher. 

EXTANT is executive produced by Steven Spielberg and Halle Berry.

Berry, for her brilliant performance in “Monster’s Ball,” she won the Academy Award for Best Actress, as well as the SAG Award, the Berlin Silver Bear Award and was named Best Actress by the National Board of Review. No stranger to accolades, Berry earned the Emmy, Golden Globe, SAG and NAACP Image Award for her extraordinary performance in “Introducing Dorothy Dandridge,” which she also produced, and was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Actress for her role in “Frankie and Alice.” 

Berry has garnered praise not only for her numerous leading roles, but for her work with a range of influential organizations. Berry is an active supporter and chair member of the Jenesse Center in Los Angeless. The Jenesse Center was founded in 1980 and assists victims of domestic violence and aims to change the pattern of abuse in the lives of women and children. 

Throughout her successful career, Berry has supported a vast amount of charities and organizations, such as Revlon Run/Walk, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Afghanistan Relief Organization, Stand Up 2 Cancer, Lance Armstrong Foundation, Love Our Children USA and Clothes Off Our Back.

Jeffrey Dean Morgan

Jeffrey Dean Morgan as JD Richter in EXTANT 

Jeffrey Dean Morgan’s charm and versatility have landed him a variety of prestigious roles alongside a number of award-winning actors and filmmakers. Morgan is known to television audiences for his recurring roles on the series “Supernatural” and “Grey’s Anatomy.” 

Most recently, he starred as hotel owner Ike Evans in the critically acclaimed series “Magic City.” Also, he had a recurring role in the award-winning comedy series “Weeds.” 

Morgan captivated science fiction fans when he starred in the adaptation of the graphic novel “Watchmen” for director Zack Snyder, and “The Losers,” an adaptation of DC-Vertigo’s acclaimed comic book series, produced by Joel Silver and directed by Sylvain White. Additional feature film credits include “Peace, Love & Misunderstanding,” with Catherine Keener, Jane Fonda and Elizabeth Olsen for director Bruce Beresford; the thriller “The Possession,” with Kyra Sedgwick for producer Sam Raimi; the reboot of the 1984 action movie “Red Dawn”; the murder mystery “The Texas Killing Fields,” with Sam Worthington, Chloe Moretz and Jessica Chastain; Ang Lee’s film “Taking Woodstock”; and “P.S. I Love You,” with Hilary Swank.

With a dedicated feed in the Philippines that allows for better customization and support for local partners, RTL CBS Entertainment is the channel for family entertainment in the Philippines. RTL CBS Entertainment is available on Sky Cable Ch. 53 (SD) & Ch. 196 (HD), Destiny Cable Ch. 53, Cable Link Ch.37 (SD) & Ch.313 (HD) and Dream Satellite Ch.17.

Extant Season 2 – First Two Episodes Back-to-back - July 14, Tuesday at 9:55pm 

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With a dedicated feed in the Philippines that allows forbetter customization and support for local partners, RTL CBS Entertainment is thechannel for family entertainment in the Philippines. RTL CBS Entertainment is available on Sky Cable Ch. 53 (SD) & Ch. 196 (HD), Destiny Cable Ch. 53, Cable Link Ch.37 (SD) & Ch.313 (HD) and Dream Satellite Ch.17.

Animax Asia to air Charlotte on the same day as Japan

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An original anime production by prolific writer Jun Maeda is premiering first and exclusively on Animax – Asia’s first 24-hour Japanese anime channel.

Reunion of the visual novel maestros

Renowned Japanese visual studio Key has come together with Progressive Animation (P.A.) Works for Charlotte, which will air on the same day as its Japan telecast on Animax Asia, in July. Boasting local subtitles including English, Bahasa Indonesia, Mandarin and Thai, the anime was written by Key’s co-founder Jun Maeda, who is also contributing to the musical score. The anime will also feature character designs by fellow Key colleague Na-Ge. The two had worked with the same producers on popular 2010 anime Angel Beats! and together, the dream team promises to conjure up the same magic in Charlotte. 

Charlotte, rumoured to have been based on Maeda’s own early life, is set in an alternate world where a few children come into unusual superpowers upon puberty. One of the colouful characters is Jōjirō Takajyō, who can move so fast he appears to be teleporting. There’s also student singer Yusa Nishimori, who can communicate with the dead. The children are enrolled into Houshinomi Academy, which has its own student council for guiding those who encounter problems with their newfound abilities. 

The protagonist? Yū Otosaka, an ill-mannered first-year transfer who uses his ability to possess another person’s body for five seconds in order to cheat in his exams. When Yū meets school council president Nao Tomori, the fate of these extraordinary children begins to unravel. Will the youthful duo be strong enough to fight their destiny? 

Charlotte premieres on 4 July 2015, airing every Saturday night at 12.30am with an encore the next day at 8pm, first and exclusively on Animax Asia.

Animax is seen on SKYCable Channel 46, Cignal Digital TV Channel 34 and Dream Channel 07.

About Animax Asia

Launched on 1 January 2004, Animax is Asia’s first channel brand specializing in Japanese animation – anime. Animax offers a wide variety of anime programs from across the most popular genres including action, romance, horror, supernatural, sci-fi, comedy and slice-of-life.

Animax is home to some of the biggest anime titles in the world that enjoy great following across the region. In addition, the channel created TV history in April 2009 by becoming the world’s first regional broadcaster to air an anime series at the same time as Japan and followed that with six other simulcast anime series. Currently reaching 40 million viewers in 46 million homes across 17 markets in Asia, Animax aims to offer anime programming for everyone.

Beyond television screens, Animax also actively engages its audiences at local events, including its signature Animax Carnival that has rolled out in Malaysia, the Philippines, and Taiwan. See www.animax-asia.com for more.

Blue Bloods Season 5 premieres on 2 July on AXN

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BLUE BLOODS is a drama about a multi-generational family of cops dedicated to New York City law enforcement. Frank Reagan is the New York City Police Commissioner and heads both the police force and the Reagan brood. He runs his department as diplomatically as he runs his family, even when dealing with the politics that plagued his unapologetically bold father, Henry, during his stint as Commissioner.

A source of pride and concern for Frank is his eldest son Danny, a seasoned detective, family man, and Iraqi War vet who on occasion uses dubious tactics to solve cases. The sole Reagan woman in the family, Erin, is a N.Y. Assistant D.A. and single parent, who also serves as the legal compass for her siblings and father.

Jamie is the youngest Reagan, fresh out of Harvard Law and the family's "golden boy;" however, unable to deny the family tradition, Jamie decided to give up a lucrative future in law and is now a newly minted cop. Jamie's life takes an abrupt turn when he's asked to become part of a clandestine police investigation even his father knows nothing about, and one that could impact the family's legacy.

Synopsis of Blue Bloods Season 5

As Danny and Baez escort confiscated drugs to a remote location for incineration, their convoy is attacked and Baez is seriously injured, leaving Danny to track down the drug cartel responsible. Meanwhile, Frank must carefully navigate personal and political waters when an exemplary lieutenant's actions cause controversy for the NYPD, on the fifth season premiere of BLUE BLOODS.

Blue Bloods Season 5 premieres on 2 July, Thursdays at 10.40pm first and exclusively on AXN.

AXN is seen on SKYcable Channel 49, Cignal Digital TV Channel 49, Cable Link Channel 38 and Destiny Cable 61.

 

Golden Globe Awards 2015 Winners

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“Transparent,” “The Affair,” “Boyhood” and “The Grand Budapest Hotel” emerged as the big winners at the 72nd edition of Golden Globe Awards held on January 11 at the Beverly Hills Hilton Hotel in California. Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are program hosts.

Here is the complete list of winners:

Best Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture:

J.K. Simmons (Whiplash)

Best Supporting Actress in a Series, Mini-Series or TV Movie:

Joanne Froggatt (Downton Abbey)

Best TV Movie or Mini-Series:

Fargo

Best Actor in a Mini-Series or TV Movie:

Billy Bob Thornton (Fargo)

Best Actress in a TV Series, Musical or Comedy:

Gina Rodriguez (Jane The Virgin)

Best TV Series, Musical or Comedy:

Transparent

Best Original Score – Motion Picture:

Jóhann Jóhannsson (The Theory Of Everything)

Best Original Song – Motion Picture:

“Glory” from Selma

Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Mini-Series or TV Movie:

Matt Bomer (The Normal Heart)

Best Actress In A Motion Picture, Musical or Comedy:

Amy Adams (Big Eyes)

Best Animated Film:

How To Train Your Dragon 2

Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture:

Patricia Arquette (Boyhood)

Best Screenplay – Motion Picture:

Alejandro González Iñárritu, Nicolás Giacobone, Alexander Dinelaris, Armando Bo (Birdman)

Best Actor in a TV Series, Musical or Comedy:

Jeffrey Tambor (Transparent)

Best Foreign Language Film:

Leviathan

Best Actress in a Mini-Series or TV Movie:

Maggie Gyllenhaal (The Honorable Woman)

Best TV Series, Drama:

The Affair

Best Actor in a TV Series, Drama:

Kevin Spacey (House of Cards)

Cecil B. DeMille Award:

George Clooney

Best Director – Motion Picture:

Richard Linklater (Boyhood)

Best Actress in a TV Series, Drama:

Ruth Wilson (The Affair)

Best Actor in a Motion Picture, Musical or Comedy:

Michael Keaton (Birdman)

Best Motion Picture, Musical or Comedy:

The Grand Budapest Hotel

Best Actress in a Motion Picture, Drama:

Julianne Moore (Still Alice)

Best Actor in a Motion Picture, Drama:

Eddie Redmayne (The Theory of Everything)

Best Motion Picture, Drama:

Boyhood