ETCHOS!

Who will be Philippines' Betty La Fea?

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 15:20:00 +0000

Yo soy Betty, la fea (I am Betty, the ugly one) also known as “Betty la Fea” (Ugly Betty), was a popular Columbian telenovela or soap opera. (Wikipedia)

Betty La Fea is a story of an unattractive but a smart woman who works at a fashion design company, Eco Moda. Because she is unattractive, Betty usually gets discriminated but because of her intelligence, she gets promoted, becomes emotionally involved with her boss and ends up as a pretty girl after she got a makeover.

Betty La Fea was first watched in the Philippines in GMA. After some years, it was re-aired in Studio 23 and ABC 5. The show was dubbed in Tagalog.

Lately, news are circulationg that ABS-CBN will air the Philippines' Betty La Fea. ABS-CBN is still in the process of searching who will star the said teleserye. The network's choices are:

Regine Velasquez
Valerie Concepcion
Mariel Rodriguez
Bianca Gonzalez
Bea Alonzo
Anne Curtis
Toni Gonzaga

Let's just wait and see who will get the title of Philippines' Betty La Fea.

Toni Gonzaga's Catch Me Concert : The Repeat

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 14:59:00 +0000

After the sweet success of Toni Gonzaga's First Major Concert - Catch Me last February 9 at the Aliw Theater, it is said that Toni Gonzaga will have a repeat of her concert this coming May.

Her guests were Vhong Navarro, Sam Milby and Allan K. Celebrity sightings include Paul Soriano, Mariel Rodriguez, Gary Valenciano and Rachelle Ann Go.

Watch out for the repeat of Toni Gonzaga's major concert.

For pictures from her first major concert, you could check out Paul Soriano's (Toni Gonzaga's boyfriend) Multiply site.

Mariel Rodriguez and Zanjoe Marudo Seen Dating

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 14:33:00 +0000

After the rumors of Zanjoe Marudo and Mariel Rodriguez dating, this is the first time that I've seen them going out together. Hmm, is this just a friendly date or is this something more? Mariel was also rumored dating Jon Avila but the two suddenly went lie-low.

Mariel Rodriguez and Zanjoe Marudo were seen together in Araneta Coliseum last March 1, 2008 - Ne-Yo's second day concert in Manila.

Photo credit : http://sophieeee.multiply.com/photos/photo/159/93

Ramiele Malubay's Scandalous Pics

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 14:07:00 +0000

Ramiele Malubay, the 16 year old Filipina who got into American Idol Season 7 is now famous for her "sexy, scandalous" photos in the Internet. The photos, which were found on a fan Facebook page shows Ramiele touching a friend's boobs on their waitress uniform and the second pic, with her friends almost touching her boobs.

I guess there's nothing wrong with these photos. Ramiele is just goofing around. Ramiele Malubay's scandalous pics are just nothing compared to the scandal of Antonella Barbella.

Marian Rivera is the next Dyesebel

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 13:51:00 +0000

Marian Rivera, GMA 7's hottest property will star in GMA's next fantaserye - Dyesebel.

After gaining the limelight for being the star behind Marimar teleserye, Marian Rivera is priviledged to be chosen as the next Dyesebel. Marimar is set to end this March.

Dyesebel will also be directed by Bb. Joyce Bernal - a second time for both the famous director and the star actress.

Marian Rivera for Karimadon

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 02:10:00 +0000

After bagging the title role of Marimar, Marian Rivera has been seen almost everywhere. Endorsements came right after her footstep. After having Del Monte Fit n Right, Marian is now the latest endorser/model of clothing line Karimadon.

Stylist Sidney Yap says about the shoot, “My inspiration was Sandro Boticelli’s Birth of Venus. I have always thought of Marian Rivera as a big star, so I want her to pose as the goddess of love and beauty. And she did it with impeccable ease. It was really the day of the birth of a new star!”[source]

More pictures of Marian Rivera's photo shoot for Karimadon from make-up artist Jigs Mayuga's site.

Spoiler : American Idol 7 -Top 24 Revealed

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 10:06:00 +0000

Pictures have leaked from an American Idol video shoot for a Ford Commercial yesterday. Spotted were 16 contestants from the reality show.

The Ford Commercial video was shot yesterday morning around 7AM. The Top 24 were also picked yesterday.

But does the Top 24 contestants from the previous AI seasons have a Ford Commercial?
Can this list be true?

LIST OF REPORTED TOP 24ACTUALLY TOP 16

1. Adelee Mitchell
2. Alaina Whitaker
3. Amanda Overmyer
4. Asiah Epperson
5. Cardin McKinney
6. Carly Smithson
7. Colton Swon
8. Danny Noriega
9. David Archuleta
10. Garrett Haley
11. Kady Malloy
12. Kristy Cook
13. Kyle Ensley
14. Lisa Aukerman
15. Lorena Pinot
16. Mia Coleman
17. Michael Johns
18. Samantha Sidley
19. Unknown
20. Unknown
21. Unknown
22. Unknown
23. Unknown
24. Unknown

Who is the next Dyesebel?

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 09:35:00 +0000

Rumors has it that either Ehra Madrigal, Marian Rivera or Rhian Ramos will covet the role of Dyesebel in the much awaited GMA series. Hmm, I wonder who will it be.

Cesar Montano to star in HBO Project

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 09:29:00 +0000

Despite the ill news regarding Cesar Montano's marriage, it still doesn't stop him from his comeback career.

On Monday January 28, Palos - Cesar's current project on ABS-CBN with Jake Cuenca - will have its premiere episode. Cesar revealed that he has been a big fan of Palos eversince.
Palos is a combination of James Bond and Mission Impossible movies. 'Guess a lot will expect from this show. Palos will run for six months with a possibility to be extended. Palos will be action packed filled with new gadgets, gorgeous babes and even a talking car named Voila by Director Erick Salud.

Cesar Montano will also star in a HBO Project. The shooting for the said project will star on March in Los Angeles.

Camille Prats Already Married!

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 09:24:00 +0000

John Prats, brother and eldest sibling of Camille Prats, confirmed that his sister Camille already got married to the father of her child, Anthony Linsangan, in the States.
Camille wanted herself to share how her wedding went through, according to John Prats keeping mum about the marriage.

Camille is expecting her first-born this month.

Backstreet Boys (BSB) Live in Manila

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 05:58:00 +0000

The Grammy nominated American pop group Backstreet Boys will be heading back to Manila on February 27, 2008 at Araneta Coliseum.

The currently four member group which consists of Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, Brian Littrell and AJ McLean will serenade their Philippine fans on the month of love. Kevin Richardson left the group on June 23, 2006 focusing on other interests.

The tour is in line with their current and sixth album, Unbreakable.

Maroon 5 in Manila

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 05:43:00 +0000

The band behind the hit songs This Love, She Will be Loved, Harder to Breathe, Makes Me Wonder, Wake Up Call and Won't Go Home Without You - Maroon 5 will be having a one night concert on March 5, 2008 at Araneta Coliseum.

The band consists of vocalist and guitarist Adam Levine, guitarist and vocalist James Valentine, keyboardist and vocalist Jesse Carmichael, bassist Mickey Madden and drummer and percussionist Matt Flynn.

Ticket prices are : Patron VIP (101, 103, 1st 20 rows) (Reserved Seating) Php10500; Patron (Reserved Seating) Php7875; Lower Box (Reserved Seating) Php5250; Upper Box A (Reserved Seating) Php3938; Upper Box B (Free Seating) Php2625; Gen. Admission (Free Seating) Php1575.

A bit too pricey.

Setlist includes:
"If I Never See Your Face Again"
"Makes Me Wonder"
"Harder to Breathe"
"The Sun"
"Can't Stop"
"Secret"
"Shiver"
"Wake Up Call"
"Sunday Morning"
"Won't Go Home Without You"
"This Love"
"Little of Your Time"
"She Will Be Loved"
"Sweetest Goodbye"

Toni Gonzaga and Sam Milby on Big Love

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 01:53:00 +0000

Star Cinema reunites Toni Gonzaga and Sam Milby in a romantic comedy Valentine movie entitled Big Love.

Big Love might be compared to Gwyneth Paltrow and Jack Black's Shallow Hal. Gwyneth played the "weight-challenged" lad on Shallow Hal but on Big Love, Sam Milby will play the part of the fat guy.

Big Love is directed by Jade Castro, the director of the critically acclaimed indie movie Endo. Big Love also stars Kristine Hermosa.

The Valentine movie, Big Love, by Star Cinema is expected to clash with GMA-Regal Film's BFGF which stars Marian Rivera and Richard Gutierrez.

Kim Chiu on Manual

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 01:23:00 +0000

Kim Chiu, PBB Teen Edition's Big Winner, is no longer a teenybopper. Kim Chiu is the next cover girl for Manual. The theme seems that she's portraying a hot Chinese action actress. I wonder what made this teen star to go daring.

Watch the video below.

Iwa Moto on Uno Magazine - January February 2008

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 01:17:00 +0000

Iwa Moto of Starstruck 3 is the cover for the January-February issue of Uno Magazine. She is now seen on Zaido: Pulis Pangkalawakan as Amasonang Itim/Sonia Tamano. She will appear on GMA's drama fantasy Joaquin Bordado as Dianne with Robin Padilla in the title role.

KC Concepcion to sign on Star Cinema

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 10:13:00 +0000

KC Concepcion, Megastar Sharon Cuneta's oldest daughter, is set to sign a two-picture contract under Star Cinema.

KC Concepcion will also have a regular TV show on ABS-CBN but it seems that the films may be given to her first. Her first movie will have either Sam Milby or John Lloyd Cruz as his leading man.

It would be great to have him paired with Piolo Pascual but since Piolo's currently on tandem with Angel Locsion, the KC-Piolo will have to wait. Who knows it might be on KC Concepcion's second film?

KC Concepcion is also set to have her album released this year.

Incubus Live in Manila

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 03:09:00 +0000

After their 2004 visit in the Philippines, Incubus is coming back again to Manila for their 2008 World Tour.

The alternative rock band from California comprises of vocalist Brandon Boyd, lead guitarist Michael Einziger, bassist Ben Kenney, DJ Kilmore and drummer Jose Antonio Pasillas. The group already has 8 albums under their name, with Light Grenades, their 2006 release as their latest.

The concert will be held in Araneta Coliseum on March 9, 2008 which unfortunately falls on a Sunday. Ticket prices are: Php4410 Patron VIP (101 & 103) (Reserved Seating); Php3938 Patron (Reserved Seating); Php3360 Lower Box (Reserved Seating); Php1995 Upper Box A (Reserved Seating); Php945 Upper Box B (Free Seating) and Php525 Gen. Admission (Free Seating).

Setlist will include AKTSUO, Wish You Were Here, Anna Molly, Pistola, Are You In, Drive, Stellar, Nice to Know You and Megalomaniac. This is not the official setlist for the Incubus in Manila World Tour.

For more inquiries, you can go to Ticketnet or at the Incubus Official Website.

BFGF: My Bestfriend's Girlfriend

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 02:48:00 +0000

In line with the Valentine season, GMA Films and Regal Films has come up with a Valentine movie that will make Valentine dates mushier and sweeter.

BFGF stars Richard Gutierrez and Marian Rivera. Televiewers must have seen the movie's sneak trailer having Richard alone. Richard Gutierrez' leading lady was only revealed last Sunday on SOP.

The movie started with "hate at first sight". Evo (Richard Gutierrez) and Grace (Marian Rivera) met at a stag party. Evo is the typical spoiled brat while Marian is the ordinary girl who juggles work and studies. Can these two opposite individuals accept and love each other?

This will be the first team up of Richard Gutierrez and Marian Rivera. Will the Filipino crowd accept the new tandem?

“It’s the perfect Valentine movie because people will laugh, people will fall in love, people will cry, and in the end, everyone will be happy. So lalabas ang mga tao sa sinehan na masaya at nag-enjoy. It’s really the perfect date movie!”, says Richard.

Ne-yo Live in Manila

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 09:47:00 +0000

The man behind the hits So Sick, Sexy Love, Because of You, Do You, Hate that I Love You and his most recent track - Go on Girl will be coming to Manila.

Ne-yo will have a concert in Araneta Coliseum on February 29, 2008 (Friday) entitled "Ne-yo: Live in Manila".

Tickets are now available in all Ticketnet outlets. Ticket prices are Php4568 Patron VIP (101, 103, 104, 115) (Reserved Seating) ; Php3570 Patron (Reserved Seating), Php3570 Lower Box (Reserved Seating); Php1943 Upper Box A (Reserved Seating); Php893 Upper Box B (Free Seating) and Php578 Gen. Admission (Free Seating). Limited VIP tickets are priced at Php10000 and Php7500.

Victoria Beckham for Marc Jacobs

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 09:37:00 +0000

Guess who's gracing Marc Jacobs Spring '08 ad campaign?!!!

It's Posh Spice - Victoria Beckham!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The ads can be seen on February issues of Vogue and Interview, by Juergen Teller.

Says Victoria: “The images are humorous and ironic. You can’t be afraid to experiment with fashion, especially when working with Marc and Juergen — you have to push the envelope and show a different side. Marc is a genius. I completely trusted his vision and the opportunity to work with Juergen again after so many years was a privilege.”

As for which ad is her fave? “Truth be told, I love them all. If I have to pick favourites, it’s the package series: me coming out of the box in the gray knit dress shot with the hat, as well as the image of the oversize shopping bag. Certainly, if you can’t get locked inside a Marc Jacobs store, then trapped inside a Marc bag has got to be the next best thing.”

Mariel Rodriguez and Jon Avila : Dating?

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 09:14:00 +0000

Spotted : Mariel Rodriguez and Jon Avila

The PBB Celebrity Edition 2 special houseguest, Mariel Rodriguez, and the PBB Celebrity Edition 2 hunk housemate, Jon Avila were seen dating - having dinner at a resto in Greenbelt.

Could it be that these two are continuing the love story they started inside the big yellow house?

But wait.. THERE'S MORE!!!!

These two celebrities were not seen alone together. It seems like they brought their parents along with them. And what would these may incite? Is this some sort of pamamanhikan?

Me wonders what would Mariel's "friend" say regarding this incident. Hmmm.

Anne Curtis in Devil Wears Prada TV Series

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 06:43:00 +0000

Rumors has it that Anne Curtis will play Andrea Sachs as the young journalism graduate who worked as a junior assistant to a bigtime fashion magazine editor, Miranda Priestly. 'Guess Anne Curtis is the perfect actress for the role.

The Devil Wears Prada TV series will be shown on ABS-CBN. Tentative cast includes Ruffa Gutierrez as Miranda Priestly and Riza Santos of PBB CE2 as Emily.

That's all!

Scary Spice saves Posh on NipSlip!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 09:34:00 +0000

Spotted : Melanie Brown smashing Victoria Beckham's boob

The Spice Girls really made a show on the O2, London last January 6th. Male fans will definitely love this scene of Melanie Brown cupping Victoria Beckham's boob. Is this really part of the show? Apparently, Melanie Brown saved Victoria Beckham from a nipslip when her boob popped out of her corset.

They must have been really close!

American Idol on QTV 11

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 08:38:00 +0000

January once again and for years the start of the year also brings to the start of a new season for American Idol - American Idol 7.

American Idol viewers can now watch the show on QTV 11 starting on January 16, 6:00pm and replays at 8:00pm Wednesdays and Thursdays.

America, who's next?

Mariel Rodriguez back in Wowowee

noreply@blogger.com (Miss Etchosera) — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 08:06:00 +0000

Spotted : Mariel Rodriguez, hosting in Wowowee... TODAY!

After staying inside the Pinoy Big Brother house as a celebrity houseguest for Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Edition 2, Mariel Rodriguez is back on Wowowee.

Rumors have been spreading that since Mariel wasn't seen on the daily noontime show after her stint on PBB, she was axed by the management for dropping out nasty remarks on Wowowee's audience saying "mababaho ang mga tao dito".

Mariel Rodriguez both gained fans and haters inside the PBB house. She was hated for being "maarte", cursing and saying things that should be thought of first before mentioning.

Love her? Go to Mariel Rodriguez Online.
Hate her? Drop a line here.