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.

#WeNeverStop : Casino Filipino Angeles presents Anne Curtis in “The Forbidden Concert Round 2: Annekapal”

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Casino Filipino patrons will have the chance to watch Anne Curtis in her hit show ‘The Forbidden Concert Round 2: Annekapal’ at Casino Filipino (CF) Angeles on August 20, 2015.

Said production is Anne’s second successful major concert after ‘Annebisyosa: No Other Concert’ in 2012. The actress and TV host is expected to entertain the audience with her repertoire of high-pitched songs and grand production numbers. 

Anne’s ‘The Forbidden Concert’ is also one of the highlights of CF Angeles’ grand launch of its new tagline, “@CFA We Never Stop…” on August 20.

According to the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation’s (PAGCOR’s) Assistant VP for Entertainment Bong Quintana, Anne’s upcoming concert at CF Angeles is one of the biggest shows ever staged by the state-owned gaming firm for Casino Filipino’s loyal patrons. 

“Anne Curtis embodies what top-rate entertainment is all about – fun, exciting at lumelevel-up. Her show promises a lot of fun and surprises. Audience should expect the unexpected during her concert in Casino Filipino Angeles,” Quintana said. 

The ‘Annekapal’ concert is the first among the big celebrity shows to be held in CF Angeles during the second half of 2015. “We want to ensure that we give our patrons only the best. So we lined-up big names in the entertainment offerings of CF Angeles in the remaining months of this year,” Quintana said.

Meanwhile, CF Angeles Branch Manager Redentor Rivera cited that showcasing big artists at CF Angeles is one of the branch’s ways of bringing its entertainment and gaming offerings to new heights. 

“With the launch of our new tagline, ‘@CFA We Never Stop…’, we hope to make CF Angeles a one-stop-venue for gaming, leisure and entertainment in the North. Part of this is to offer top-notch celebrity shows like Anne Curtis’ Forbidden Concert for our patrons,” said Rivera.

Rivera added that featuring quality shows have proven to increase customer attendance in CF Angeles. “Our celebrity shows have drawn potential patrons to Casino Filipino Angeles. Customer attendance increases from 3,000 up to 5,000 per night when there are celebrity performances,” he said.

Rivera added that with the upcoming shows of famous celebrities, the number of patrons flocking to CF Angeles is expected to further increase.

‘The Forbidden Concert Round 2: Annekapal’ will be held at the Celebration and Entertainment Center of Casino Filipino Angeles at McArthur Highway, Balibago Angeles City, Pampanga. The show starts at 9:00 PM.

For inquiries, please call CF Angeles’ customer hotline number at (045) 625-7604 or the Branch Marketing and Entertainment Section at (045) 625-7597 local 218, 219 and 311.

Win Big with LG G4 at LG’s 3-Day Big Sale!

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From August 14 until August 16, 2015 get the LG G4 with Php 4,000 discount PLUS Php 4,700 worth of FREEBIES.

LG Mobile has a treat for those wanting to have the chance to get their hands on their own LG G4 this weekend. For three days, consumers can enjoy a big Php 4,000 slash off LG G4’s original price!

This three-day-only promo lets consumers get the genuine vegetable-tanned leather-backed powerhouse smartphone in tan, black, and red from Php 32,990 down to Php 28,990 only. Or if they’re after the sleeker version of the most ambitious smartphone to date, they can get the metallic back with diamond-cut detailing in titan gray, shiny gold, or ceramic white from Php 31,990 down to Php 27,990 at this weekend’s sale.

The LG G4 is equipped with impressive camera features: 16-megapixel laser autofocus rear camera with f/1.8 aperture level perfect for low light photography, 8-megapixel front camera, RAW file format capability, and the Manual Mode which enables the user to adjust ISO levels, brightness, aperture level, shutter speed, and white balance similar to a professional DSLR camera. The mobile technology leader is letting users enjoy this by including a FREE 32 GB microSD Card valued at Php 1,000. If that’s not enough, LG is also including an additional 100 GB worth of Google Drive storage with a two-year period extension valued at Php, 2,200.

The LG G4 is one of the remaining smartphones to retain its removable back plate that exposes its removable battery and expandable memory with microSD Card slot. And for those who are anxious to know the feel of genuine leather on their hands, LG’s including one leather-back case for free valued at Php 1,500 in different limited edition colors—light blue, yellow, pink, and orange—when they purchase the leather back variant.

For those who will be purchasing the metallic LG G4, they can also get a Quick Circle Case free in gray, gold, and white, also valued at Php 1,500.

“We are happy that the LG G4 has been welcomed in the Philippines with positivity since we launched it here. Through this sale, we want to express our gratitude to our customers who have been loyal to our brand and our products,” Vice President for Mobile Communications, Jay Won said.

So on top of the Php 4,000 price slash off, consumers can enjoy up to a total of Php 4,700 worth of freebies when they get their LG G4 this weekend at a steal.

The big LG G4 sale will be running from August 14 to August 16, 2015 only. For more details about the “LG 3-Day Big Sale,” visithttp://www.lg.com/ph/inside-lg/3-day-big-sale.

To learn more about LG G4, visit www.lg.com/ph; like LG Philippines’ Facebook page; or follow @LGPhilippines on Twitter and Instagram.

Ariana Grande Live in Manila 2015 : The Honeymoon Tour

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MMI Live presents: Ariana Grande Live in Manila 2015 on August 23, 2015 at the Mall of Asia Arena.

American singer and actress, Ariana Grande has appeared in theatre, television and film roles and lent her voice to animated television and films. Grande has been featured on the cover of numerous teen and music magazines.

Few acts had a bigger year in 2014 than pop’s new diva, Ariana Grande. With 2 albums to date; Yours Truly (2013) and My Everything (2014), Ariana has become a household name. Both albums topped the Billboard chart and went viral all over the world. Some of her most popular songs include “Problem”, “Break Free”, “Bang Bang”, “The Way”, “Baby I”, “Right There”, and “Love Me Harder”. She has collaborated with artists like Zedd, Mac Miller, Jessie J, Nicki Minaj, The Weeknd, Big Sean, and Iggy Azalea.

With her incredible vocals and catchy hits, Ariana rose to the top as one of the best new artists in the music scene. She is definitely one pop diva you should check out live in Manila, because her career will definitely stay for a long time.

Ariana Grande Live in Manila 2015 Ticket Prices:

VIP A – P15,999

VIP B – P12,999

Patron A – P13,999

Patron B – P11,999

Lower Box A – P9,999

Lower Box B – P7,999

Upper Box – P4,999

General Admission – P2,099

Smart Enterprise and PLDT SME Nation unveil first ever Bozz Awards to recognize new generation of digitally savvy entrepreneurs

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Smart Enterprise, under PLDT SME Nation, has unveiled its latest initiative to empower the new breed of Filipino entrepreneurs.

The Bozz Awards is a social media crowdsourcing search for the new generation of entrepreneurs who are harnessing digital tools to grow their businesses. These entrepreneurs are known for spearheading a revolutionary change in business platforms through their use of technology.

In partnership with Rappler, a pioneer in embracing online platforms for news generation and distribution, the Bozz Awardshopes to inspire more entrepreneurs with success stories of those who have boldly embraced the challenges and opportunities of the digital era.

Rappler will house the main site for the Bozz Awards, and will facilitate the crowd sourcing aspect of the campaign which will carry the online handle #BeTheBoss.

PLDT First Vice President and Head of SME Business Kat Luna-Abelarde

“For years now, PLDT SME Nation has been known for our MVP Bossing Awards which celebrate Filipino business titans whose stories of success embody perseverance and continuous innovation. They are the industry icons start-up entrepreneurs look up to,” PLDT First Vice President and Head of SME Business Kat Luna-Abelarde explained. “The Bozz Awards is all about the new breed of entrepreneurs, who are just as persevering and innovative, albeit faced with a different set of challenges and opportunities in this digital age of doing business.”

The Bozz Awards is part of the line-up of activities for PLDT SME Nation’s recently launched Small Business Monthcelebration which is a pioneering initiative aimed at empowering small businesses to embrace the digital revolution.

Rules of digital engagement

To qualify for the Bozz Awards, entrepreneurs must be 45 years old and below, based in the Philippines, and must be business owners for at least two years. 

Nominations, which will officially open on August 10, must be done online via the microsite on Rappler. Those who want to nominate their own bozz can also ‘Tweet-pitch’ a 140-character nomination using the hash tag #BeTheBoss. More details will also be announced on August 10 via the official Bozz Awards site.

A shortlist of 15 nominees will be chosen by a panel of judges with three each under five categories:

—The Boss for Mobile Readiness

—The Boss For E-commerce,

—The Boss for Social Media,

—The Boss for Customer Service,

—The Boss for Social Responsibility and Entrepreneurship

The public will then have a chance to cast their votes and these votes, together with the results of the panel deliberation, will determine the final five Bozz Awardees (one from each category). The finalists will be honored in a grand celebration and post-awards culmination party to mark the end of the first ever run of the Bozz Awards.

The first batch of Bozz awardees will each receive a full-powered Smart Enterprise Biz Kit which consists of business-enhancing tools and gadgets, including year-long data subscription, to help keep them always connected to their customers and updated with their operations, even while on the go.

As a fitting tribute to game-changing entrepreneurs who are leading the digital revolution in business, the final five Bozzawardees will also be given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the world’s melting pot of technology via an exclusive Silicon Valley tour.

Abelarde added, “We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again—there’s nowhere to go but digital. We’ve seen a lot of budding and progressive entrepreneurs who’ve managed to revolutionize the traditional ways of doing business through online presence or ground-breaking use of digital tools and platforms. This new breed of movers and shakers paved the way, and we want to recognize and empower them so they can inspire more entrepreneurs.”

For more information on how to #BeTheBoss, visit rappler.com/betheboss.