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November 15, 2012

Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla's love will prevail till the end of the world? This is in Star Magics 24/7 in Love

Star Magic’s popular teen love team of Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla will surely have their loyal followers swooning in Star Cinema’s offering in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Star Magic, “24/7 In Love."

They may be young but they can still teach viewers a thing or two about love. Will Love Bloom When an Idol and His Greatest Fan Meet?

In the movie, Kathryn transforms into Jane, a hardcore fan of Billy Fernandez, played by Daniel. To win tickets to her idol’s December 12, 2012 concert, Jane must film a video, which will answer the question about the end of the world said to happen on the day of the show. Jane’s greatest dilemma though, is not winning the contest, but how she will attend the concert when she wins, for it coincides with their family’s grand reunion.

Kathryn describes her character Jane as the typical fan girl, who will sacrifice anything just to be with her favorite star. “Kaya kong gawin lahat para makita ko siya para makanood ng concert niya, kaya ko i-sacrifice lahat kasi super obsessed ako sa kaniya.” Daniel on the other hand shares that he has similar characteristics with his movie persona, Billy. “Rock star siya superstar at isa siyang artsita na talagang gustong-gustong marating ang tuktok. He is a hard worker, hindi lang pacute-cute diyan talagang ginagawa niya lahat para lang maabot niya ang pangarap.”

Although Kathryn is the ‘veteran’ of the two in Star Magic, she and Daniel both feel very blessed to be chosen as part of the star-studded film, which will be distributed by Star Cinema.

“Nine years na po ako sa Star Magic and mula noon, hanggang ngayon masasabi ko na inaalagaan nila ko para umunlad not just in acting but in other fields as well. Nung sinabi nila na kasama ako sa movie, nagulat ako kasi unexpected siya and first movie din naming ito ni DJ (Daniel), so very thankful ako at kasama kami sa anniversary project ng Star Magic,” the young actress shares.

“Three years na din ako sa Star Magic at dahil sa kanila naiba yung pananaw ko sa pagiging artista, kaya masaya ako sa kanila. Then binigyan pa ko ng movie project, first ko with ABS (CBN), talagang gusto ko magmovie. Iba yung experience at sobrang laki ng movie na ‘to, pwede na ipalabas sa ibang bansa. No joke!” Daniel says.

Directed by Frasco Mortiz, “24/7 In Love” will be shown on November 21 in theatres nationwide.

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Sam Milby and Pokwang search for their heart's desires in 24/7 In Love!

Sam Milby and Pokwang bring to life the comic story of Charles and VIrgie in Star Cinema’s offering in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Star Magic, “24/7 In Love.”

As excitedly, their first Star Magic collaboration and they say their episode has a lot of firsts. “It has a lot of firsts I think, this is my first time doing a movie with Pokwang. Hindi naman first time na katrabaho ko siya, we did a ‘Your Song’ a long time ago but it’s my first time being paired with her in a movie. Our story, yung story namin ni Pokwang very comedy talaga,” Sam shares. “I know it was Pokwang’s first time, ako yung first kissing scene niya ever in a movie, so she’s a virgin in the movie and she’s a virgin in terms of kissing scene, so I’m happy that I was the first, hahaha!”

Will a 40-year-old Virgin Find True Love With a Gigolo?

What is a 40-year-old virgin supposed to do when she finds out her fiancé has been cheating on her? Well, find a new man who she can trust and love of course! But this isn’t an easy task so who better to help her than her bff, who’s gay and full of bright ideas?

On the other hand, John Lapus, who’s also part of the episode’s cast, reveals that he jumped at the chance to work with the other Star Magic artists as this is a rare opportunity. “Hindi nako tumanggi, siyempre no, bilang bibihira na pagsama-samahin kaming mga Star Magic artists sa ganito kalaki na project. Sana at least once a year, merong Star Magic movie tulad nitong ‘24/ 7 In Love’ kasi masaya na magkakasama kami and maski rin sa mga fans, ‘di ba ang bongga na nakikita nilang magkakasama kami sa isang big screen, nandun kami and of course sa premiere night makikita nila kaming lahat dun.”

Both Sam and John agree that “24/7 In Love” has a lot of lessons for the heart, which audiences from all ages can relate to. “I would say some of the most beautiful things in life come out in the most unexpected times,” Sam admits.

“Sa movie, marerealize mo na, one, age doesn’t matter and two, walang pinipiling tao ang pag ibig kahit gwapo, hindi maganda, mayaman, mahirap. Kapag ang puso tinamaan, talaga maiinlove ka talaga, kahit 24/7 pa,” John adds.

Sam and Pokie’s episode is directed by Frasco Mortiz. Learn about the highs and lows of love in “24/7 In Love” coming to cinemas nationwide on November 21.

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Bea Alonzo and Zanjoe Marudo from friends to lovers in 24/7 in love!

24/7 In Love is the Star Cinema’s offering in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Star Magic.

Bea Alonzo and Zanjoe Marudo, though real-life lovers, swore they won’t work with each other in a project, both couldn’t say no to the roles of Belle and Butch, respectively.

“Siyempre umoo ako kaagad agad kasi star magic yuh eh. Siyempre wala ka naman ibang gagawin kundi mag support sa pamilya mo ‘di ba? So walang pagdadalawang isip akong umoo.” Bea shared regarding her role in the talent management’s first venture into producing a full-length film.

Zanjoe added “na-excite ako na magiging part ako ng selebrasyon ng Star Magic. Nung pinresent na sakin istorya, iba iba ang naramdaman ko eh. Tapos natawa ako.”

Can a Gay Man Fall For His Girl Best Friend? What made the project very interesting yet funny for Bea and Zanjoe is that they will be playing odd couple, Belle and Butch. Belle falls for her best friend Butch, but the problem is Butch is in love with - another man.

Bea said as she laughingly described what becoming Belle was like.

“Ngayon lang ako nagportray ng role na ganito ka-persistent, ganito ka-obsessed sa isang character din, at saka first time ko magkaroon ng character na nainlove sa isang becky!”

Zanjoe on the other hand, had doubts in playing the fashion-savvy Butch.

“Mas magaling siguro kung gumawa ng role eh totoong gay ‘di ba? Haha! pero siyempre nakaka-proud din na yung mga tao may tiwala sa ‘yo. Unang-una, ako kaya din lumakas loob ko para gawin yun dahil may mga tao na naniniwala sa kakayahan ko.”

Bea felt weird at first working with Zanjoe for the first time since they became an item, his gay character made her more at ease than having him play a more serious role. “It was weird acting with him, buti na lang malaking difference 'yung character niya sa totoong buhay, kasi kung hindi siguro I’d be feeling more awkward than how I’m feeling now.”

Zanjoe agreed that it was indeed a challenge but fun working with his girlfriend. “Nakatulong kasi yung role ko medyo iba at least mas magiging komportable ako na gawin ‘yun sa harapan niya dahil alam ko naman na hindi niya ako ija-judge at tutulungan niya pa ko, pwede ako humingi ng mga tips. Ayun ang saya nung shooting namin kasi si Bea yung katrabaho ko, mas komportable ako, na inaakala ko dati na mahirap umarte sa harapan niya.”

Bea and Zanjoe’s episode is directed by Mae Cruz. 24/7 In Love will be shown on November 21 in theatres nationwide.

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Piolo Pascual, Zaijan Jaranilla and Xyriel Manabat team up for “24/7 In Love!”

The 24/7 In Love movie is a celebration of Star Magic’s growing family in its 20 years of producing home-grown talents for ABS-CBN. Piolo Pascual describes the upcoming Star Cinema offering in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Star Magic, “24/7 In Love.”

“It was timely because we’re celebrating 20 years of Star Magic and kami bilang magkakapatid sa Star Magic, we wanna be able to have more fun and it’s not always about work, so we look forward to this. It’s anticipated because magkakasama kami, so nung pinresent siya sa akin I didn’t think twice about accepting it.”

“It’s all about love being 24/7 in love and every minute, every day there’s love in the air, kaniya-kaniyang storya ng pagmamahal.”

Piolo shares the limelight in one of the episodes with child wonders Zaijan Jaranilla and Xyriel Manabat, whom he has worked with in the teleserye “Noah.” Piolo is Pipoy, a 35-year-old mentally challenged man who lives in an orphanage and is happy spending his days with his best friend, 10-year-old Jomar. However, their friendship is shaken when new girl Ayie, played by Xyriel, enters the picture.

For Piolo, playing Pipoy is his most challenging role to date.

“For me it’s my most challenging role. Akalain mo ba naman na at my age gaganap ako na 7 years old at ka-love team ko si Xyriel and ka-love triangle ko si Zaijian ‘di ba?” he reveals with a laugh. “I level with them. I level with Xyriel and Zaijian. Nakikipagkulitan ako sa set, mas madali kasi walang worries eh. Bata kasi, walang problema, so naisip ko habang nagshu-shoot ako, sabi ko, ‘sarap pala maging bata kasi wala kang iniisip na problema, trabaho ka lang, acting ka lang.’ Ganun lang pala kasimple.”

Zaijan and Xyriel also find working with their Kuya Piolo a lot of fun. “Masaya pong ka-eksena si Kuya Piolo. Magaling, mabait, at saka pag sa eksena focused talaga,” Zaijan says of his co-star. “Nagkukulitan po kami and inaasar ko po siya na siya si Budoy hehe,” Xyriel shares, even adding that her character has a super crush on Piolo.

For the kids, their episode has a very simple message to the audience. “Maging mabuting magkaibigan, huwag magseselos saka laging magbibigayan.”

Piolo, Zaijan and Xyriel’s episode is directed by Dado Lumibao and will be shown on November 21 in theaters nationwide.

November 13, 2012

Ranjeet Kour Brings Chakra Massage to BlueWater Day Spa

Do you experience Chakra Massage?

In its effort to continuously bring newer and more revolutionary treatments to spa aficionados and health buff, BlueWater Day Spa recently invited the respected international teacher and trainor Ms. Ranjeet Kour to Manila.

Ms. Kour brings with her more than 20 illustrious years of experience and training. An acknowledged expert in spa operations and therapy, she has overseen the training of some 50, 000 graduates, many of whom now run their own spas, salon and beauty centers worldwide. She also trained hotel and airline staff on behalf of Major corporate clients.

This passionate seeker of knowledge holds over diplomas and qualifications from around the world. The breadth of her expertise includes aromatherapy, advanced make-up, Ayurvedic massage, crania-sacral therapy, and Reiki are just some of her accomplishments. She also lectures on beauty topics, and attends seminars and conferences. Ms. Kour is also the Honorary President of Professional Aesthetician international (APAI) in Hong Kong.

Recently in Manila, Ms. Kour gave exclusive lessons at BlueWater Day Spa to introduce four new massage therapies that represent ground breaking techniques. These new services available exclusively at BlueWater Day Spa, include the Colonic Massage (benefit and cleanse the colon and digestive system), Infant Massage (massage designed for newborn babies) and Pregnancy Massage (to help pregnant women cope with the physical and chemical changes in the body that pregnancy brings). And now the Chakra Massage.

Aroma Chakra Healing Body Massage and Indian Head Massage with the help of world-renowned trainor Ranjeet Kour, The new treatment is finally in the Philippines and hopes to address the country’s wellness industry. Chakra Massage is scanning the major seven Chakra’s of the body and then massaging the body and chakras by using the aroma synergy blend by using and laying of the seven crystals chakra stones.

It’s a healing massage which helps to balance the major chakras of the body and synergy blend helps the mind to relax.

The Indian Head, Neck and Shoulder Massage is focused on tension area of head, neck and shoulder and is based on the first four chakras of the body to release physical and mental tension.

Chakra is a Sanskrit word meaning “WHEEL.” There are hundreds of Chakra’s located on our body. But we focus on major seven chakra of the body. Chakra Healing has been practised since ancient times in Ayurveda and Yoga meditations. When our chakras are blocked then the energy cannot flow through the body which may cause blockages and in turn can cause diseases in the body.

If you notice the Chakra’s are located on the same area of our body which is the location for our 7 major endocrine glands of our body. In ancient times we did not know the endocrine glands but the healers were aware of these specific areas of the body that are so important to human body that blockages can cause certain conditions.

So Chakra Meditations Chakra healing therapies has been practised since ancient times in India and now is widely practised around the world.

The Body has many Chakras, but Chakra Healing Therapy is mainly concerned with the major seven chakras of the body. Each of these chakras are found next to the hormonal gland of our body. They push vital force energy (also called Chi, Qi and or Prana) through the body to ensure vitality.

Chakra massage is important for everyone to have as it will balance the chakras of the body, and energy called Prana can flow through easily around our body as in general will help the body to heal itself. We will sleep better, can cope with stress and have positive feelings within the body. Experience Chakra massage only at BlueWater Day Spa.

Blue Water Day Spa has 5 branches within Metro Manila: Ortigas- Greenhills, Makati, Capitol Hills, Eastwood City and Tomas Morato. And one in Cotabato City.