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ABS-CBN is bringing the most beautiful day in the universe to Filipinos once again as an official partner of Miss Universe 2021. Pageant fans all over the nation can watch the live telecast of The 70th Miss Universe Competition on A2Z channel 11 on December 13 starting at 7:30 am. The coronation night, which will be held in Eilat, Israel this year, will also have a same day replay on A2Z at 11 pm and will be shown on ABS-CBN cable channels Kapamilya Channel and Metro Channel, and streaming platform iWantTFC on later dates. Through this partnership with the Miss Universe Organization, more Filipinos will get to watch and support Miss Universe Philippines 2021 Beatrice Luigi Gomez in her quest to become the fifth Filipino winner in the prestigious event. ABS-CBN also brought Miss Universe 2020 live to Filipinos via A2Z last May.
Beatrice, who hails from Cebu City, recently won her crown as Philippine representative to Miss Universe last September 30 where she bested 27 other candidates. The 26-year old stunner took home four special awards including Best in Swimsuit and Best in Evening Gown. She also shone in the question and answer portion, saying she will rise to the occasion if she ever goes through difficulties during her reign. “I will not give up and inspire others by rising to the problems that I am encountering and by inspiring them that whatever you’re going through, you will be able to overcome it,” she said. The Pinay beauty queen will compete with delegates from around the world to be the successor of reigning Miss Universe Andrea Meza from Mexico. The public can support her bid by voting for her using the Miss Universe app for an outright slot in the semifinals.
Catch the 70th Miss Universe Competition live from Eilat, Israel on December 13, 7:30 am on A2Z channel 11 with same day replay at 11 pm. Watch it again on Kapamilya Channel on December 19 on “Sunday’s Best” and on Metro Channel on December 20, December 22, and December 25. These replays will also be streamed on iWantTFC.
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John Lloyd Cruz, Bea Alonzo Reunite For Jollibee's Perfect Pair
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| John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo, the newest additions to GMA Network's roster of renouned world-class talents, with Jollibee's perfect pair of Chickenjoy With Jolly Spaghetti (Image Source: Business Mirror/Jollibee) |
If there’s one thing that’s true about Filipinos, it’s that they love pairings. They get a lot of their feels and kilig from love teams, especially when the chemistry is amazing and undeniable. For this reason, fans all over the country have been clamoring for a comeback project that features the legendary on-screen love team – John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo, ever since the former announced his comeback in showbiz. This much awaited reunion is now a reality thanks to Jollibee. It’s definitely big news that the #1 fast food company in the country has finally brought together John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo in their latest kilig-inducing ad.
As an iconic pairing in the Philippine entertainment industry, John Lloyd and Bea best represent two of Jollibee’s best-selling products — the Chickenjoy with Jolly Spaghetti. Similar to how Filipinos enjoy the crispylicious and juicylicious Chickenjoy along with the walang-katulad na meatiest, cheesiest, sweet-sarap Jolly Spaghetti, it’s tough to imagine John Lloyd without Bea, and vice versa, because they complement each other perfectly—and nothing is better than perfect. “I couldn’t say no to this project. Jollibee’s Chickenjoy with Jolly Spaghetti are classics for me, and Bea brings out some of my best work. The choice was clear,” says John Lloyd. “Who wouldn’t accept the offer to be the face of a beloved Filipino brand and food, and to work with your best partner at the same time? It’s an immediate yes for me,” says Bea.
“There was no pairing more perfect than John Lloyd and Bea for the Chickenjoy with Jolly Spaghetti. They are both iconic pairings, and we knew we had to go big for this. We know the fans are absolutely going to love it,” says Jollibee Assistant Vice President for Bestsellers and Ready-To-Cook Category Mari Aldecoa. The 1-pc. Chickenjoy with Jolly Spaghetti is available for only PHP 99.00 solo, and PHP 130.00 as a value meal. Have them safely delivered to you via the Jollibee Delivery App, JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000, GrabFood, and foodpanda! Also available in Drive-Thru and Take Out!
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Return To Hogwarts Premieres On January 1st Exclusively First On HBO GO
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| The movie poster of the first movie in Warner Bros. Pictures' highly successful and globally phenomenal Harry Potter movie franchise - Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone - based on the book series of the same name written by J. K. Rowling (Image Source: Adobo Magazine/Warner Bros.) |
Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson join filmmaker Chris Columbus and other esteemed cast members across all eight Harry Potter films as they travel back to Hogwarts for the first time to celebrate the anniversary of the franchise’s first film, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, which premiered exactly 20 years ago. The retrospective special Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts will tell an enchanting making-of story through all-new in-depth interviews and cast conversations, inviting fans on a magical first-person journey through one of the most beloved film franchises of all time. The highly-anticipated retrospective streams first on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2022 on HBO GO.
Alumni of the film franchise will join the memorable tribute, including Helena Bonham Carter, Robbie Coltrane, Ralph Fiennes, Jason Isaacs, Gary Oldman, Imelda Staunton, Tom Felton, James Phelps, Oliver Phelps, Mark Williams, Bonnie Wright, Alfred Enoch, Matthew Lewis, Evanna Lynch, and Ian Hart, among others. Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts will honour the magic behind the making of the films and the beautiful family created at Warner Bros. Studios London two decades ago. It will also celebrate the unparalleled legacy of the Harry Potter film franchise and its indelible impact on the hearts, minds, and imaginations of families and fans around the world.
“It has been an incredible journey since the debut of the Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone film, and witnessing how it has evolved into this remarkable interconnected universe has been magical to say the least. This retrospective is a tribute to everyone whose lives were touched by this cultural phenomenon—from the talented cast and crew who poured their heart and soul into this extraordinary film franchise to the passionate fans who continue to keep the Wizarding World spirit alive 20 years later," said Tom Ascheim, President, Warner Bros. Global Kids, Young Adults and Classics. “There’s magic in the air here with this incredible cast, as they all return home to the original sets of Hogwarts, where they began 20 years ago. The excitement is palpable as they prepare to take their fans on a very special and personal journey, through the making of these incredible films,” said executive producer Casey Patterson.
Fans can jumpstart their Wizarding World celebration and gear up for the retrospective by checking out the 20th anniversary hub content on WizardingWorld.com. For more from the Wizarding World, watch a brand-new four-part competition event Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses which streams weekly every Monday first and exclusive on HBO GO. The bracket-style quiz competition, hosted by Helen Mirren, will feature fans competing to take home the Tournament of Houses championship trophy and will feature magical cameos by Harry Potter film alumni Tom Felton, Simon Fisher-Becker, Shirley Henderson and Luke Youngblood, as well as superfans Pete Davidson and Jay Leno. In addition, stream all eight Harry Potter movies on HBO GO.
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NBCUniversal International Networks And Direct-To-Consumer Launched DreamWorks Channel On SKYcable
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NBCUniversal International Networks & Direct-to-Consumer (NBCUIN & DTC) officially launched DreamWorks – the 24-hour channel dedicated to kids and family entertainment – on SKYcable, the Pay TV service offering the widest selection of channels from any cable provider in the Philippines. Initially available on Cignal, the channel will be offered in English and Tagalog language options as part of multiple SKYcable packs. DreamWorks will provide kids and families with hours of entertainment, featuring Emmy® award-winning, original television series such as Trolls: The Beat Goes On!, Dragons: Race to the Edge, and The Boss Baby: Back in Business. Loaded with action, adventure and imagination, the channel will offer SKYcable customers added value to their subscriptions, providing kids and families with hours of entertainment on the channel.
“We are pleased to be working with our partners at SKYcable to bring DreamWorks’ animated series and its beloved characters to even more households across the Philippines. DreamWorks’ captivating content slate will keep SKYcable customers tuned in to premium studio content featuring some of the best animation currently in the market," said NBCUniversal International Networks & Direct-To-Consumer Asia Pacific Managing Director Christine Fellowes. “From us here at SKYcable, we welcome this new partnership with DreamWorks in our aim to give access to entertainment options of all genres on cable TV, especially during these unprecedented times. Not only that, but more kids can continue to unleash their imaginative minds by watching its fun, animated shows, from 'Kung Fu Panda: The Paws of Destiny' to 'Trolls: The Beat Goes On', leaving a memorable impact on their childhood,” commented SKY's Head of Programming and Airtime Business James A. Dumlao.
To celebrate the launch of DreamWorks on SKYcable, the Pay TV service is offering a 30-day free preview trial of DreamWorks to all eligible SKYcable customers until December 14, 2021.
