Piolo Pascual, Zaijan Jaranilla team up on 'Noah'

A well-crafted story. A formidable cast. Highly-acclaimed directors. Hardworking staff and crew. World-class artistry. ABS-CBN has dreamt of fusing all these factors in one drama series. And yes, it has finally come true as the network brings the Kapamilya viewers into a higher notch of television viewing via ‘Noah’, premiering on July 12.

A story arced on love and family, Noah is top-billed by the country’s Ultimate Heartthrob Piolo Pascual and ABS-CBN’s miracle boy, Zaijian Jaranilla.


After the hit primetime series May Bukas Pa, Zaijian is set to play a ‘lost’ boy who grew up with the Ungtas, a group of ape-like beings.

Paired with Piolo is one of the most beautiful faces in Philippine showbusiness, Kristine Hermosa. Piolo and Kristine’s last project together was ‘Komiks presents: Mars Ravelo’s Nasaan Ka Maruja?’ where Piolo had a special appearance. Their reunion in Maruja filled in their 10-year hiatus away from each other after ‘Sa Sandaling Kailangan Mo Ako’.

Other cast members included in the series are: Cherry Pie Picache, Nonie Buencamino, Jolo Revilla, Ana Capri, Joem Bascon, Melissa Ricks, Renzo Cruz Baron Giesler and Jodi Sta. Maria.

On the other hand, Noah also boasts its unique set-- a warehouse customized to look as a forest and home of the Ungtas. However, some of the scenes are still taken in Subic.

Sure to take you into a euphoric viewing experience, the story of Noah zeroes in Gabriel’s (Piolo) search of his missing son, Jacob (Zaijian). His travails lead him into a mysterious island called Noah where he eventually sees his lost son whose name is now Eli. Along the way, Gabriel also encounters the Ungtas and Eva (Kristine).

Get ready for a whole new viewing experience as ABS-CBN takes you to the island of “Noah,” directed by Malu Sevilla and Lino Cayetano, starting July 12.

Watch the show's teaser below:

Piolo thrilled to work with KC in 'Lovers In Paris'

Piolo Pascual shared that he is excited to work for the first time with young actress KC Concepcion in the local version of Korea's hit television series "Lovers In Paris."

Pascual said that he and Concepcion will undergo acting workshops together and start to tape the series this week.

"I'm just looking forward to it because this is KC's first soap as well, so ang daming nag-aabang. Ang tagal niya itong hinintay at pinag-isipan. Kasi hindi birong gumawa ng soap opera. So I wanted to be there for her," he added.

Pascual said he is sure that ABS-CBN will give a new flavor to the story.

"Ako personally may tiwala ako sa station, may tiwala ako sa management. Dito ang ibibigay natin yung Filipino flavor. Kasi upon watching nakita ko talaga yung culture ng Korea. Nakita ko how they fall in love... kung ano ang traditions nila. Dito iba naman. It's an adaptation pero definitely bibigyan namin ng texture ng Filipino culture. Ibang panlasa. Makikita mo talaga kung paano ma-inlove ang mga Filipinos," he explained.

The actor said he is also thrilled to work again with well-acclaimed director Eric Reyes, who also directed his hit series 'Lobo' with Angel Locsin.

"Ang sarap na after two months of rest sa TV, sa soap, mayroon na naman akong parang drive na, wow ang sarap umarte. Ang sarap na magkakaroon ka na naman ng bagong character," he added.

Source: abs-cbnNEWS.com

Piolo, Angel's 'Love Me Again' premiere a success.

A huge crowd of excited fans and supporters of Piolo Pascual and Angel Locsin stormed the red carpet premiere of their film entitled "Love Me Again (Land Down Under)" at SM Megamall in Mandaluyong, Wednesday night, January 14.

The film is Locsin's first movie under Star Cinema and her first with one of the country's most bankable actors Piolo Pascual.

Directed by acclaimed director Rory B. Quintos, "Love Me Again (Land Down Under) is the initial offering of Star Cinema for the year 2009.

"Masayang masaya talaga ako dahil iba pala talagang gumawa ng pelikula ang Star Cinema. Ang grupo din na nakasama ko ay iba, 'malupit' sila. Sila direk Rory at ang buong Star Cinema. Ite-treasure ko talaga ang lahat ng nangyari sa pelikulang ito... alam mong gumawa ka ng pelikulang maipagmamalaki mo," Locsin told moviegoers before the showing of the film.

"Thank you very much for coming tonight. Sana po ay makapanood kayo ng 'Love Me Again' sa lahat ng sinehan," Piolo added.

Quintos said that she enjoyed working with today's hottest tandem.

"I had so much fun doing this project. We are very proud of it, so sana magustuhan ng mga tao," she said.
Part of the film that people will love to watch is the beauty of Bukidnon.
"Love Me Again (Land Down Under)," tells the story of Arah (Angel) who goes to Australia for the sake of her family and Migo (Piolo), a man who would go anywhere to follow his real love, Arah.

At the "Kaamulan" festival of Bukidnon, Migo met his first love, Arah. He falls in love with her again and tries to win back her heart.

But Arah who is still also in love with Migo is already engaged to an Australian rancher, to give her family a better life.

Arah went to Australia and years after, Migo followed to win her heart back.

Also present during the premiere were the film's cast -- AJ Dee, Dimples Romana, Nash Aguas, Ronnie Lazaro, John Manalo, Erich Gonzales and Brent Metken.

Also in the event were the mother of Piolo and his family, and also some friends from showbiz who showed their support not only to Locsin and Pascual but also for Star Cinema.

Spotted were stars DJ Durano, Yeng Constantino, Erik Santos, Mark Bautista, Christian Bautista and Kristine and Kathleen Hermosa.

"Love Me Again (Land Down Under) starts its regular screening Thursday, January 15 in over 100 theaters nationwide.

Source: abs-cbnNEWS.com

Piolo, Sam charmed fans in London show

Kapamilya hunks Piolo Pascual and Sam Milby charmed thousands of Filipinos abroad in a successful concert held at Palladium theatre in London last Sunday, November 2.
Some fans from as far as Canada, U.S. and Japan went to watch their idols in the London concert. Other Filipinos even stayed in the hotel near the venue where the two actors performed.

In the show, Pascual performed hit songs like “Ikaw Lamang,” "Don't Give Up On Us Baby," and “Ikaw ang Aking Pangarap” -- the theme of his hit television series “Lobo” with onscreen partner actress Angel Locsin.

Actor Milby touched the hearts of his fans with his performance of “Can’t Help Falling In Love,” “My Girl” and “Maging Sino Ka Man” -- the theme from his hit series “Maging Sino Ka Man” with actresses Anne Curtis, Bea Alonzo and actor John Lloyd Cruz.

Aside from Pascual and Piolo, host-comedienne Pokwang was also present to bring laughter to our fellow Kababayans in London.
For Pokwang who was once a fan to local stars also extended her unending gratefulness to all the Pinoys abroad who keep on supporting her.

Source: abs-cbnNEWS.com

Piolo excited with his upcoming movie, “Land Down Under”.

Piolo Pascual can not contain his excitement for his upcoming movie “Land Down Under” with actress Angel Locsin. This is his first movie with Locsin after their successful TV series “Lobo” and also his first movie with director Rory Quintos.
Piolo and Angel will be shooting in Darwin, Australia and in Bukidnon for the movie. They will be filming the cowboy scenes in Australia.

Pascual told that he and Angel had to undergo training for horseback-riding under Vic Barba and Mikee Cojuangco as preparations for their role in the movie.
He shared that he got blisters during the first day of his horseback riding training since he didn’t know how to ride. But as time went by he got the hang of it.

However, to ensure the safety of Piolo and Angel, the ABS-CBN management got them insured while doing the movie.

Piolo started his career in 1997 and had his first big movie break with the movie "Lagarista" in 2000 where he got his first Gawad Urian nomination for Best Actor.
He also starred in ABS-CBN's TV series "Sa Piling Mo" last 2006 with actress Judy Ann Santos and last year's "Walang Kapalit" with Claudine Baretto.

Piolo also has a coffee table book entitled "Piolo: Believing" that showcases his career highlights.

Piolo, first Filipino artist invited to the Paris Festival

Piolo Pascual really made it big this year. Aside from the success of his teleserye “Lobo” and a number of product endorsements, he was just invited to grace the Festival Paris Cinema 2008 as the first ever Filipino artist especially invited to this event. Piolo received the invitation from Paris Mayor Delanoe and actress Charlotte Ramplings last March, according to Ricky Lo of the Philippine Star.

Based on reports, some 40 Filipino movies will be shown on this filmfestival with Star Cinema’s “Caregiver” (starring Sharon Cuneta) and Judy Ann Santos’ “Ploning” as possible opening films. The festival will be honoring the Philippines this year.