The ultimate fight for love and family is in ABS-CBN and Dreamscape Entertainment Television’s And I Love You So with Julia Barretto and Miles Ocampo. Angel Aquino and Dimples Romana play mothers to the two in the show that premiered last Monday night.
And I Love You So revolves around the lives of Trixie (Julia Barretto) and Joanna (Miles Ocampo), rivals in everything they want, in school and even in love with the same guy – Internet sensation Justin (Inigo Pascual).
But their rivalry intensifies and becomes more complicated when they are forced to live under one roof as stepsisters.
Their lives change when their parents – Joanna’s mother Michelle (Dimples Romana) and Trixie’s father Alfonso (Tonton Gutierrez) – unexpectedly meet again. After years of being separated from each other, Alfonso takes his chance to ask Michelle – her true love – to marry him amidst the disapproval of Trixie.
But as they start to live their lives anew as one family, Katrina (Angel Aquino), Trixie’s mother and Alfonso’s first wife, returns after having abandoned both of them years ago without explanation.
Now that she’s back, Katrina is determined to win back everything Michelle took away from her – her husband, her daughter, and her wealth.
How will Michelle protect the family she has longed for, as well as her and Alfonso’s love?
Will Trixie and Joanna learn to accept their new family and treat each as sisters, or will their rivalry destroy their only chance at having a complete and loving family? Will Trixie be able to forgive and accept Katrina despite the latter abandoning her?
And I Love You So airs on ABS-CBN weeknights.
For more information, log-on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow ABS-CBN on Facebook and Twitter (@abscbndotcom).
★★★★★
Cory Quirino charms Panagdadapun Fest
Wellness and fitness guru and TV personality Cory Quirino led the observance of recent 44th Foundation Anniversary of Quirino Province with a host of socio-civic events.
As guest of honor of the founding day rites and the Panagdadapun Festival, Cory led the EQ 125 Teachers Happy Healthy Day, and a forum and Zumba on healthy living for public school teachers.
The charming civic leader is granddaughter of President Elpidio Quirino, after whom the province was named.
EQ125 is a yearlong series of programs, projects and activities that celebrate the life and times of the President Quirino on the occasion of his 125th birth anniversary.
Cory highlighted the significant contribution of Quirino as a public school teacher and his ascent to the highest position in the land.
As the exclusive licensee and national director of Miss World Philippines, she scouted potential candidates from northern Luzon for the prestigious national beauty tilt.
She also made the ceremonial toss of the Congressman’s Cup, an annual basketball tournament, with Congressman Dakila Cua and judged with provincial First Lady Angela Cua the cooking contest that determined Quirino’s iconic food.
Punctuating the Panagdadapun Fest were various special events capped by a grand street parade, which put in the spotlight the pride of the province’s six towns.
The festivity gathered the municipal festivals, which reflected the province’s rich cultural diversity. Showcased were Penenkakasisit of Nagtipunan, Pagay-Pagay of Saguday, Panagsasalog of Maddela, Ginnamuluan of Cabarroguis, Pammadayaw of Diffun, Panagsalukag of Aglipay.
Inhabited by various ethno-linguistic groups and indigenous peoples, the quaint province is a melting pot of diverse cultures and traditions living in harmony.
Among its top tourist drawers are Aglipay Caves and Provincial Forest Park in Aglipay, Bimmapor Rock Formation and Siitian Nature’s Park in Nagtipunan, Nagbukel Cave in Diffun, Bisangal Falls and Jose Ancheta Falls which are tucked in a virgin forestland in Maddela.
Its iconic attraction is Governor Rapids in Maddela town, which is known for its massive walls of limestone jutting out from one side of the Cagayan River framing the Sierra Madre Mountains. Its swift turbulent deep blue waters is a venue for kayaking, whitewater rafting, swimming and fishing, while the riverside offers a relaxing picnic ground.
The province is also a mecca for motocross races for the challenging track, which is part of the 111-hectare Quirino Tourism Complex, which includes the Wakeboarding Complex, a convention center, an upgraded motocross track and recreational facilities.
Triple threat actor
GMA Artist Center star Benjamin Alves is one of the prime actors of this generation, and after the recent primetime drama series Beautiful Strangers, he is on his way to completing his work in an independent film set to premiere in next year’s Cinemalaya Festival.
Busy as he is, the Kapuso star doesn’t believe in having too much in his plate for he is also one of the owners of Books and Borders Café on Timog Avenue. He is overwhelmed with its promising success, and is proud to be reaching out to more clients as they open a new branch at The Fort.
Other than having passion in every single thing that he does, Benjamin is admired for being a goal-oriented person, thus making him the ultimate triple threat—handsome, talented, and smart. People are left in awe for his looks and mesmerized with his impressive acting, but it is uncommon knowledge that Benjamin graduated with a bachelor of arts degree with top honors (summa cum laude) at University of Guam. He majored in English Literature.
This drives him to advocate the love for knowledge, and promote the opportunity to excel through proper education.
One of his significant motions to make this happen took place on Dec. 2 at the 17th floor Executive Lounge. He was launched as the new ambassador of GMA Network Excellence Award.
“Thank you so much for making me your ambassador for the GMA Network Excellence Award. I can’t wait to talk to our candidates and discover who they really are and what motivates them to strive for excellence,” concludes the Kapuso actor.
★★★★★
Ejay Falcon counts his blessings
Passion de Amor leading man and Psalmstre New Placenta for Men endorser Ejay Falcon admitted he has so much to thank for — high ratings of the drama series he stars in, endorsement offers, and maintaining a good reputation in showbiz among others.
Ejay, accompanied by his Cebuano manager Benjie Alipio, graced the opening of Cebu’s Original Lechon Belly recently and did not expect that his fans would flock at the venue to meet and greet him personally, despite unannounced schedule. This is proof that he is gaining strong support, thanks to Passion de Amor, which serves as a turning point of his career as an actor.
Ejay is also thankful that prime brands of scents, jeans, and gadgets trust his endorsement. The latest addition to his list is the new contract with Psalmstre New Placenta for Men, an internationally known array of anti-aging skincare and beauty products. Chief executive officer Jim Acosta divulged that Psalmstre lines up numerous events for its endorsers, which includes mall and radio tours nationwide.
“In January 2016, Psalmstre will bring Ejay, together with Miss Earth-Air 2012 Stephany Stefanowitz to Cebu, for the Sinulog grand parade. They will also participate in the Panagbenga in February 2016. We want to bring them closer to our clients, who are basically their fans as well, because their presence brings happiness to all of their followers,” shared Jim.
Ejay is also happy that there is no negative issue about him circulating in the showbiz circuit. There are quite a few talks about his aborted courtship with fellow star Ellen Adarna, and when asked about it, he quickly quipped, “It didn’t work because, maybe, we are not meant to be just yet. I am not thinking about it, either. It gives me more time to focus on my career.”
Realizing how blessed he is, Ejay vows to continue his yearly treat for his kababayans in Mindoro. Ejay is also one of the quick responders, among the talents of his home network, giving assistance to victims of calamities.
“Every year nagpapalaro ako ng basketball at volleyball sa amin, sa Mindoro. After the game, we welcome the New Year together. Nagbibigay ako ng regalo lalo na sa mga ka bataan. I have been doing this since 2010,” Ejay ended.
