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2009-01-16T03:40:00.000-08:00

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Memories of Anne Curtis' Dyosa

2009-01-16T02:01:00.000-08:00

By Gian Carlo Vizcarra
Source: www.philstar.com

No one raised an eyebrow when Anne Curtis declared that, “Ako ang nag-iisang Dyosa (I am the lone goddess),” during the pre-pilot promo of the fantaserye Dyosa, which is set to close its five-month run tonight. After all, Anne, undeniably, has one of the prettiest faces and sexiest bodies in local showbiz.

Even before the program premiered on primetime TV, fans have been fondly calling the pretty actress “Dyosa,” proof that the public agrees with ABS-CBN management’s decision to give her the prized role.

“I was shocked because even after the show premiered last August, people were fondly calling me Dyosa,” recalls Anne. “Feel na feel ko naman. I immediately felt the love from the fans, and the excitement of the public for our show.”

Anne, introduced as a child star in the fantasy movie Magic Kingdom and launched in the horror flick Ika-13 Kapitulo years ago, worked hard to be one of this generation’s most talented and brightest stars. She even had to learn how to get rid of her then very thick Australian accent. Anne is raised in the Land Down Under.

She topbilled other primetime series like Kampanerang Kuba, Hiram and Maging Sino Ka Man, where she played the carefree Celine, who publicly declared, “I am a slut, but I am the best slut in town.”

It is in Maging Sino Ka Man that the public noticed Anne’s marked performance as a thespian leading the way for Anne to get a project young stars like her could only dream of — Star Cinema and Viva Films’ When Love Begins, opposite perennial matinee idol Aga Muhlach.

After the impressive box-office performance of the movie, Anne took on her most challenging TV project- playing multiple characters in Dyosa. The pretty actress breathes life to the roles of Dyosa Agua (Water), Tierra (Land), Cielo (Air), Takda, Black Dyosa, Ugly Dyosa and the mortal Josephine.

Anne is proud that she was able to give justice to the demands of the role/s given to her and that the public selflessly supported Dyosa making it the most watched primetime series in ABS-CBN.

“I am proud of the fact that we (Dyosa team) have done a breakthrough project on TV — having a fantaserye with a protagonist having multiple characters,” declares Anne. “I am happy that televiewers acknowledge all our hard work. I can say that I really gave everything for the show. Imagine, I had to act without my hands when I am in my Dyosa Cielo costume.”

Anne considers the scene, where she had to climb a mountain with a triangle prop, one of the hardest and most memorable points in her Dyosa stint.

“I will never forget Dyosa and the hard things that we’ve done to ensure that the show will be enjoyed by our viewers, but more importantly, I am happiest because the whole Dyosa team has bonded very well. We are really like a family,” says Anne. “Aside from that, I am thrilled because of the title Dyosa.”

In the run of the said series, Anne went through one of the most challenging times of her life dealing with her personal relationship with Sam Milby, who plays Adonis, one of her three leading men, alongside Zanjoe Marudo (Mars) and Luis Manzano (Kulas).

According to the Dyosa production staff, Anne and Sam, during the most turbulent times in their relationship, had a hard time doing scenes together. Though they remained professional by delivering whatever the scenes required, it was very apparent that there was a problem.

The Dyosa staff also shared, “we had to respect their personal relationship. At least, they did not let it affect our show. Now, at least, they are more cordial with each other.”

Because of this heartache and her stint on Dyosa, Anne has evolved into one of the finest actresses of her generation by turning in an unforgettable performance in the movie Baler. Her effective portrayal of Feliza Reyes, a young Filipina in love with a Spanish-Filipino soldier during the 1898 Seige of Baler amidst her father’s strong opposition, made her clinch the Best Actress award in the recently-concluded Metro Manila Film Festival.

“The successful run of Dyosa is a proof that that it pays to dream big dreams,” says production manager Raymund Dizon. “Mounting a show like Dyosa is a hard task, but with everyone’s support, we managed to pull it through. We are happy that we have produced a good program.”

Because of the success of Dyosa’s run, fans of the show started petitioning that a second installment be launched soon. Asked about this, Raymund simply quips, “For now, let’s just support the finale of Dyosa. Maybe soon, ang nag-iisang Dyosa will again be seen on TV.”

"Nag-iisang Dyosa" Anne Curtis wins Best Actress in MMFF awards night

2008-12-27T14:58:00.001-08:00

The historical film "Baler" took home ten awards at the 34th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) awards night Saturday evening.
The Viva Films entry, which depicts a love story set amid the Siege of Baler in 1898, won Best Festival Picture, Best Director for Mark Meily, Best Actress for Anne Curtis, Best Supporting Actor for Philip Salvador, Best Screenplay, and the Gatpuno Antonio Villegas Cultural Award.
It also won Best Screenplay for Roy Iglesias, Best Cinematography for Lee Meily, Best Production Design for Aped Santos, and Best Editing for Danny Anonuevo.
The animated film "Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia," meanwhile, won four awards: Best Visual Effects for Robert Quilao, Best Busical Score for Jessie Lasaten, Best Theme Song for "Lipad" (by Jessie Lasaten and Artemio Abad Jr., performed by Lea Salonga), and Best Sound for Albert Idioma and Wally Dellosa.
The Best Supporting Actress plum went to Manilyn Reynes of the sexy comedy "One Night Only", while Christopher de Leon of the drama "Magkaibigan" won Best Actor.
Top grossers "Ang Tanging Ina Ninyong Lahat," which stars commedienne Ai-Ai delas Alas, was declared the 2nd Best Festival Picture, while the film revival of the hit comedy "Iskul Bukol: 20 Years After," which stars the comedy trio of Tito, Vic and Joey, was declared the 3rd Best Festival Picture.
Meanwhile, Jose Javier Reyes won Best Original Story for "One Night Only"; Robert Villar won Best Child Performer ("Shake, Rattle, and Roll X"); and Noli Villalobos for Best Make-Up ("Desperadas 2").
Celebrities from both showbiz and politics attended the awards night, held at the Sofitel Hotel in Manila.
The awards night also featured the musical "Katy: The Musical," which starred KC Concepcion and "Baler" star Jericho Rosales. -- With a report from Gretchen Fullido, ABS-CBN News

The Big Question: Where in the Sea is Marina?

2008-11-12T07:56:00.000-08:00

Since Pearly Shell (Chokoleit) from the Marina telenovela appeared in the recent episodes of Dyosa, as well as the queen of the Sea "Dugong"(Malou de Guzman) had a short cameo scene via flashback. I've been pondering what happened to Marina / Cristina played by none other than Claudine Barretto? I think the ending of Marina was a cliffhanger as she kissed goodbye to her mother Esther (Snooky Serna) and just swam away to nowhere. I believe Tandang Minela knows her whereabouts. Will Dyosa Agua (Anne Curtis) ever cross paths with Marina in the future episodes? I'm sure that crossover will boost the ratings as high as tidal waves!

Marina Season 3 Ending Cliffhanger?

Marina's Dugong and Pearly Shells are back via Dyosa

2008-11-11T08:20:00.000-08:00

While chitchatting with one of the mermaids, Josephine found out that Pearly Shells used to be a mortal until Dugong (Marina) made him a sea creature. Pearly Shells was sent back to the mortal world but an unfortunate event sends him back to the sea. Pearly Shells returned to their lair but Dugong is no longer in there, so he became aloof with the rest of the sea community. Pearly Shells desperately waits for the arrival of Dugong and refused to accept that his master is already dead. The mermaid added that Pearly Shells inherited all the knowledge from Dugong.

Source: http://abscbn-lobo.blogspot.com/2008/11/dyosa-episode-66-11-10-2008.html

Dyosa Full Trailer

2008-08-11T02:55:00.000-07:00

Courtesy of dyosatv.multiply.com and www.abs-cbn.com.

Terminator 4?: The Controversial Sam Milby Scene as Adonis in Dyosa

2008-08-09T16:53:00.000-07:00

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Nikki Bacolod thanks Wenn Deramas for 'Dyosa' project

2008-08-07T22:57:00.000-07:00

Source: abs-cbnNEWS.com

Singer and young actress Nikki Bacolod shared how thankful she is to television and box office director Wenn Deramas for choosing her to be part of ABS-CBN’s upcoming television series “Dyosa.”

“I feel very pleasured and overwhelmed. I’m really, really happy. I mean it’s all thanks to ‘Direk’ Wenn talaga kasi siya ang naglagay sa akin dito I’m really, really happy,” Bacolod said.

The actress who already worked with Deramas in the film “Ang Cute ng Ina Mo” said that she’s giving all her best for the series.

She said that she’s also happy not only because she got her dream role to be a villain but because she gets the chance to work with big stars like Efy Quizon, Anne Curtis and Sam Milby.

Bacolod said that she is not new to acting since she has already appeared on various television shows and films.

The actress said that since it’s her first time to do a contravida she really did prepare for the role.

“Kung anuman ang mapanood kong movie, international or local or kahit anong shows ino-observe ko lahat ang mga actings nila sa mga contravidas at even sa cast ng ‘Dyosa,’” Bacolod said.

Learning from veterans
The actress said that she’s learning a lot from the veteran stars in the cast especially from Ms. Jaclyn Jose.

“Since she’s also a contravida ino-observe ko iyong the way she act at gina-gather ko lahat ng information and then pinag-aaralan ko,” she said.

Bacolod said that she really enjoys working for the series and said that she will never forget her first scene with Jose.

“First time mo to act with a veteran actress feeling ko mahirap iyon… doon sa scene nag-aaway kami nang nalaman kong hindi ako takda kasi si Anne pala ang tunay na takda… ang ‘Dyosa’,” she said.

She said that one lesson that she learned from Jose is to keep calm and just enjoy her work.

“Dapat relax lang iyon lang talaga, kasi kapag stiff ka hindi mo mapo-portray ‘yong role mo and then you have to know your lines of course,” she said.

Bacolod who is a talented singer said that she will also be very busy with her singing engagements.

“I’m still singing po in fact this coming August 16 I will be having a birthday concert in my hometown sa Iligan with Mark Bautista and Carlo Aquino,” Bacolod said.

Bacolod just released her second album titled “Nikki: Not That Kind of Girl” under Viva Records.

Bacolod’s career started when she joined “Search for A Star in a Million Season 1.”

Luis Manzano talks about once ‘exclusively dating’ Anne Curtis

2008-08-07T21:05:00.000-07:00

By Rachelle Siazon
Source: beta.abs-cbn.com

Actor-host Luis Manzano is happy to revive his tandem with Anne Curtis after their Kampanerang Kuba days in 2005, which incidentally was also directed by Wenn Deramas.

The two have certainly gone a long way in the years that they have been the best of friends. "Kasi with Nippy (his nickname for Anne) and I, we've been together countless times before—be it in acting, hosting, TV, movies—so every time na nakakasama ko siya, it’s always a very pleasant experience for me." He jokingly adds, "Kahit dumarating siya na four hours late sa set, [tapos] nagmamadali umuwi, [you know] the usual."

With their closeness borne of a longtime friendship, it was only but natural to see them being really sweet whenever they are together. In fact during the press con of Dyosa at Manila Ocean Park, it was Luis who was seen getting cozy with Anne more than her current beau Sam Milby. As such, the local press prodded him about his "romantic past" with the young actress. Anne quickly answered before Luis could, "We were dating, dating lang. We never reached the point of actually having a commitment, exclusively dating lang," she stressed.

As for Luis, he openly explained, "Yung kulang na lang siguro sa amin is ‘yung anniversary thing. The decent conversation na yes were together na and this is our anniversary. But 7 or 8 years ago, [we had an understanding na] ‘Okay, you can’t entertain suitors anymore, ako din ‘di na pwede manligaw ng iba.’ Kumbaga it was the final step before actually being together. So we were never boyfriend girlfriend. But we were very close to it."

His openness about his history with Anne, however, is quite the opposite when it comes to the real score between him and rumored girlfriend Angel Locsin. When he was asked who his "Dyosa" is in real life, he refused to say that it’s Angel, claiming that he has a "different title" for her. All he was willing to divulge is that he is one lucky guy to be close with someone as good as the former Lobo star.

In the meantime, get to know Luis’s enigmatic character in Dyosa with his seemingly ordinary role as Kulas, the childhood friend of Josephine (Anne Curtis) who happens to be secretly in love with her ever since they were kids. How long can he hide his real feelings for her as well as the secret of his real identity? Does he have a chance to win the elusive heart of the one and only Dyosa? Tune in to Dyosa starting August 11 on Primetime Bida.

Zanjoe Marudo on how to stay grounded and relaxed

2008-08-07T08:13:00.000-07:00

By REYMA BUAN-DEVEZA
Source: abs-cbnNEWS.com

Actor and model Zanjoe Marudo said that despite his busy, stressful career, he has found his own way on how to relax. His secret? Meeting up with and talking to non-showbiz friends.

“Tatawagan ko iyong mga kaibigan ko na hindi artista. Kasi iyon lang iyong tima na parang nakakabalik ka sa dati mong buhay na normal lang. Hindi tulad sa taping na parang ibang mundo,” he said.

He explained that spending time with his childhood friends really gives him time to think and live as an ordinary person.

“Iyong normal ka ulit kasi hindi niyo pinag-uusapan ang showbiz,” he added.

He also shared that he occasionally drinks liquor especially when he’s with his old time friends.

Marudo said that asking for an advice from his friends is also his way to manage stress.

“Makikipag-usap sa mga kaibigan at hihingi ng advise o maglalaro ng computer ng PS3 medyo makakalimutan mo ng konti,” he added.

Marudo, who is part of all-male boy band Coverboys is now busy taping for ABS-CBN’s newest television series “Dyosa” with Anne Curtis.

He is also working with his real life sweetheart Mariel Rodriguez in “Komiks Presents: Varga.”

Marudo said that though he’s happy with his current love life this doesn’t mean that he’s ready to get married soon.

He said that right now he and Rodriguez are really focused on their showbiz careers.

Marudo, who is now in US for a series of Coverboys shows, is set to be back in the country this coming Wednesday, August 13.

Direk Wenn Deramas : no regrets about "Dyosa"

2008-08-07T03:29:00.003-07:00

By Rachelle Siazon
Source: beta.abs-cbn.com

Direk Wenn Deramas admitted that the delayed debut of Dyosa was largely due to the meticulous attention needed for the show’s special effects, something which he believes is very crucial to any fantaserye.

"Originally, July 7 [ang premiere ng Dyosa), yun naman talaga ang target. Pero ang nangyari kasi, sa dami ng effects ng Dyosa, hindi kinaya talaga." He further explained, "Namili kami kung pangit [ang maipalabas] o maghintay kami ng at least isang buwan para mapaganda ng husto [yung effects]. So siyempre pinili naming magpalabas ng maganda kaysa naman magpalabas pangit."

The director was supposed to handle I Love Betty La Fea when a sudden change of plans prompted him to take over Dyosa. When asked if he regretted not being able to spearhead the Colombian franchise, Direk Wenn honestly replied, "Of course gustong-gusto ko yung Betty kasi talagang umupo ako dun sa brainstorming, nakialam ako sa kwento, kasama ako sa presentations... kaya lang alam din ng management na kung ano yung hawak ko ngayon, dun ko binibigay yung puso ko. So nung binigay nila sa akin yung Dyosa, alam na nila na hindi ko ito bibitawan para sa mas naunang proyekto sana."

Making Dyosa is certainly no easy feat. Building the set for a wedding scene, for instance, took their production design team about a month before it was completed. Anne Curtis and the rest of the cast also had to go through the tedious process of donning prosthetics which takes hours to apply. "Yung mga walang prosthetics bugbog naman sa effects. Say yung mga unano (played by Jojit Lorenzo and Rubi-Rubi), ang isang eksena ng unano limang beses kinukunan. Three to four times naman yung triplets (Nikki Bacolod). So mahirap. Eh masokista kaming lahat so nag-eenjoy kami," he quipped.

Direk Wenn has no regrets of working on Dyosa instead of Betty. In fact, he feels blessed because he has such understanding stars who have no qualms about their roles, no matter how hard they are. "Kailangan ‘pag ganito yung programa dapat mababait lahat yung artista. Kung hindi si Anne Curtis yun na pagkatapos ng eksena, hubad, palit ng buhok at makeup, [tapos diretso] salang, siguro hindi magiging successful ang isang programa. At dun ako happy dahil lahat sila mababait."

As to Dyosa being compared to another series featuring a mermaid, Direk Wenn confidently responded, "Yung competition ayoko mawala. Kasi yun yung challenge sa amin pare-pareho, para pagbutihan namin yung ginagawa namin at ang makikinabang ay yung mga manunuod."

Dyosa will start airing on Monday, August 11, right after The Singing Bee on Primetime Bida.

Luis Manzano to give support if mom "Vilma Santos" runs for VP

2008-08-07T03:10:00.000-07:00

by REYMA BUAN-DEVEZA
Source: abs-cbnNEWS.com

Actor-host Luis Manzano said that he will always be there to support his mother actress and Batangas Governor Vilma Santos.

His words stemmed from reports saying that Santos is a strong contender for vice president in the 2010 elections.

In an interview with abs-cbnNEWS.com, Manzano said that if his mom decides to run for the post he will definitely give his support.

“There’s no question na suportahan ko si mommy,” the actor said.

He said that some people speculate on the vice presidency but his mother never says a word about it.

“Si mommy never nagbitiw ng kahit anong statement, ang mga tao ang nag-speculate,” he said.

The actor said that for now he will not think of the political matter until his mother decides to tell their family.

“Wala pang sinasabi. Sabi ko nga until she files for candidacy or actually starts for campaigning saka ko na iisipin iyon,” Manzano said.

Manzano who is a mainstay of ABS-CBN’s weekly entertainment show “ASAP ‘08”, is also busy taping for the network’s upcoming fantasy series “Dyosa.”

In the series, Manzano will portray the role of Kulas, childhood friend of Dyosa or Josephine (Anne Curtis), with whom he is secretly in love. He is also a merman (a male being who is half human and half fish) who will play a special role in Dyosa’s life.

Luis Manzano or Luis Philippe Santos Manzano in real life is the son of "Star for All Seasons" Governor Vilma Santos by actor, TV host and Optical Media Board Chairman Edu Manzano.

He co-hosted the recently concluded reality show "Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition Plus". He is also set to do a movie under ABS-CBN's movie outfit Star Cinema soon.

Gods and goddesses roam the earth in "Dyosa"

2008-08-06T03:58:00.000-07:00

by: Jocelyn Dimaculangan
Source: Philippine Entertainment Portal (PEP)

Fishes of all sizes, stingrays, and an occasional shark swam leisurely in a 25-meter long aquarium in the function hall of the Manila Ocean Park. This huge glass display served as the backdrop of the presidential table of the Dyosa press conference that took place last Monday, August 4, at the marine themed educational facility at Luneta Park in Manila.

Even the stars of this ABS-CBN fantaserye could not help but look behind them to observe the colorful sea creatures and to watch a diver that went into the tank to clean up the aquarium. For most of them, it was their first time to visit the Manila Ocean Park.

According to Dyosa director Wenn Deramas, they chose the marine themed park as their press con venue to promote ecological awareness among people. It also fit the theme of the new TV show, which will feature lead star Anne Curtis as a mermaid when she transforms into Dyosa Agua. Her two other personas, Dyosa Tierra and Dyosa Cielo, will transform her into a centaur and a bird, respectively. As a goddess, Anne's character can control the elements and the animals in the earth, sea, and sky.

Direk Wenn is aware that some people might compare Dyosa with his previous TV project Marina starring Claudine Barretto. "Ibang-iba ang istorya nito sa Marina. Isa lang ang pagiging mermaid sa katauhan niya. That was five years ago pa, sa buntot pa lang, ibang-iba na ang Dyosa."

How would he react to those who would compare Dyosa with Dyesebel of GMA-7? "Ang importante pareho nating ginagawa ang ating trabaho. Yung kumpetisyon ayokong mawala dahil yun ang challenge sa amin pareho, para pagandahin ang trabaho namin.

"Kung ikukumpara nila sa Dyesebel, e, di ikumpara," says Direk Wenn with a laugh.

When Anne transforms into Dyosa Cielo (goddess of the sky, wherein Cielo is the Spanish term for sky), there are ten people who are tasked to move her wings. "May limang tao [sa bawat side] na gumagalaw sa pakpak ni Anne. Napapagalitan ko pa sila pag hindi synchronized yung paggalaw nila," reveals Direk Wenn.

The director then described how they created the tail of Dyosa. "Yung pinaka balat niya, manipis na manipis para hindi magmukhang goma then dun dinikit yung kaliskis na gawa sa silicon. Kung nagmahal na po ang magpagawa ng boobs, dahil po sa amin dahil kinuha namin lahat ng silicon para sa buntot ni Anne Curtis."

Will Anne have breast exposure for this fantaserye? Direk Wenn answers by saying, "Yes, yun ang una kong requirement. Pumayag si Anne na may takip na konting-konti. Aanguluhan namin para hindi gaanong nakalabas. May latex na takip. Pag kabayo rin siya, wala ring takip."

As a merman, Luis Manzano will also be showing some skin for this fantaserye. "Body paint lang siya halos dahil merman ako. Pinasuot niya ko ng nipple tape at hindi na niya ako pinasuot ng pambaba. Yung baba, Direk Wenn left it hanging na lang para may makain ang isda," joked Luis.

Sam Milby will also have a scene wherein he is shirtless and will be wearing shorts. He exclaimed: "Nakahubo rin ako!" Direk Wenn described Sam's scene as similar to the one shot in Terminator wherein a nude Arnold Schwarzenegger emerges on earth after traveling from the future.

It takes around two to four hours to put on the prosthetics of Anne, Sam, and Luis. The bird character of Anne takes longest to create since they have to put extensions in her hair and she has to put on the heavy wings.

In Dyosa, Anne plays the role of Josephine, the daughter of Bernardo Carpio (Matthew Mendoza) and Sinukuan (Mickey Ferriols). Her simple life becomes altered when she turns 18 years old. She learns that midgets Huling ang Miong (played by Rubirubi and Jojit Lorenzo, respectively) are her adoptive parents who are loyal followers of Sinukuan.

As the takda (or destined one), Dyosa is supposed to be the next queen who will bring balance to the opposing worlds of good (Kabanwa) and evil (Kasamyan). However, the young girl is reluctant to become the next queen of the immortal gods especially since she is infatuated with a mortal comics illustrator named Mars (Zanjoe Marudo).

Josephine also has a childhood friend named Kulas (Luis Manzano) who is secretly in love with her. Adonis (Sam Milby) is a beast tasked to kill Dyosa but when he lays eyes on her, he becomes mesmerized by her beauty.

Adding conflict to the story is Magayon (Jaclyn Jose), who is very jealous of her sister Sinukuan. Magayon wants her daughter Diana (Nikki Bacolod) to be the destined one instead of Dyosa.

Amang Suga (Lloyd Samartino) is the father of Sinukuan and Magayon. He is the most powerful god in Kabanwa while Tadaklan (Carlos Morales) is the king of Kasamyan, the land of the engkantos.

Other interesting characters to look forward to include the talking mirror Salaminsim (Vice Ganda), the half-man, half-goat Bakos (Epi Quizon), and Venus (Joseph Andre Garcia), the younger brother of Josephine.

Hardbound coffee-table books containing artwork and photography by Jojit Lorenzo were given away for members of the media who attended the press con at the Manila Ocean Park.

Dyosa will air on ABS-CBN starting August 11 (Monday).

Anne Curtis goes almost topless for her new teleserye Dyosa

2008-08-05T19:55:00.000-07:00

By Rachelle Siazon

Source: beta.abs-cbn.com

While outright nudity is a no-no (remember Rafael Rosell’s butt exposure in Maligno?), Direk Wenn Deramas confirmed that Anne Curtis is barely covered with plaster whenever she’s in her Dyosa Agua and Dyosa Tierra costumes for Dyosa. The director has previously stressed that shooting a fully-clothed mermaid or centaur is ridiculous and out of the question. But the daring scenes were simply shot in such a way that they are still suitable for young and impressionable would-be viewers of the show.

Moreover, Anne completely trusted Direk Wenn to handle her delicate scenes. In fact, only a few members of the production staff are allowed on the set when the beautiful actress will be almost in the buff. On the other hand, Sam—who’s yet to tape more scenes with his real-life sweetheart—couldn’t help but get shocked with Anne’s state of undress particularly when she’s a centaur. Anne denied however that this caused a misunderstanding between her and Sam. "In-explain ko lang sa kanya na kailangan, na kasama yun sa work. Naintindihan naman niya dahil artista din naman siya," she explained during the recent presscon of Dyosa at the Manila Ocean Park. "Pero siyempre yung initial reaction niya, nagulat siya kasi from afar mukhang [hubad] talaga. Eh tumatakbo-takbo pa ako, ‘di ba? [In the end] naintindihan naman niya."

Anne further dished on the challenges she had to face with her multiple costumes. "Pinakamahirap yung centaur. Unang-una nahihirapan ako kasi hindi ko alam kung paano kumikilos ang isang kabayo. And dun sa fiberglass na body ng kabayo, nakaluhod po ako sa loob nun, so masakit siya sa likod. Pero ‘tiisable’ naman siya," she charmingly exclaimed. Her Dyosa Cielo persona also posed more difficulties since putting on the required prosthetics, makeup, and hair extensions take a lot of time. "Pinakamadali po yung mermaid kasi sinusuot ko lang yung buntot, as is lang yung hair ko, and no makeup [is needed]," she added. Difficult as it is getting into the costumes for her different personas, Anne doesn’t mind doing them, including the mortal guise of Josephine.

Co-stars Sam Milby and Luis Manzano also have their favorites among Anne’s Dyosa Tierra, Dyosa Cielo, and Dyosa Agua personas. Like most people, Sam chose Dyosa Cielo or the bird since Anne looks really stunning with her colorful wings. Luis, ever the sweet-talker, answered differently. "Ako siguro wala sa tatlo. For me it's really Josephine lang. Kasi for me, Anne's beauty ever since na nakilala ko siya, 60% yung physical, 40% yung personality niya. ‘Pag lumalabas yung tunay niyang ugali, dun siya mas nagiging dyosa para sa akin."

Brace yourselves as Dyosa lands in the Primetime Bida slot this coming August 11 on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida.

Jaclyn Jose faces new challenges with her firsts in Dyosa

2008-08-05T19:02:00.000-07:00

By REYMA BUAN-DEVEZA
Source: abs-cbnNEWS.com

Multi-awarded actress Jaclyn Jose said that she still on the process of adjusting on how to portray her first role as a villain.

Jose would portray "Magayon" in also her first fantasy series "Dyosa."

In an exclusive interview with abs-cbnNEWS.com, Jose said that she accepted the project because of the role as the main villain and since she can’t say no the series’ director Wenn V. Deramas.

"The role itself the villain, the contravida and Wenn I can’t say no to Wenn and the role," Jose said.

Jose said that for her first fantaserye she’s still studying on how to attack her character as the villain since she used to perform main roles or supporting roles.

"Lagi lang ako bida o nanay ng bida na inaapi so gusto kong ibahin totally different so hindi pa ako masyadong makaporma but definitely the look and the character is there… Here I’m bad, bad --the main villain," Jose said.

The actress shared that it is also hard to do the scenes especially with 3-layered wigs on her head and the scenes wherein she only talks to green board or chroma.

Firsts

Jose said that all her scenes in the series were memorable since it all marks her firsts.

"Madami mahirap kasi, tapos first time ko pa, first time kong mag-fantasy, first time kong mag-contravida role. So, kapa ako every taping panganay ang tawag ko, every taping nanganganay mahirap hindi ko alam kung paano i-attack," explains Jose.

She said that though her role in "Dyosa" is a new thing, she would still want to keep the ‘Jose acting signature’ to avoid being identified to other contravida stars.

"Ayaw ko naman ng caricature gusto ko ako pa din, iyong Jaclyn Jose na serious ayaw ko naman iyong nakakatuwa o iyong mukhang bruha o ma-identify sa iba nating friends na identified to doing that type of role, meaning iyong mga contravidas natin," the actress said.

Jose said that in spite of having some problems with her new role she said that she is really enjoying her work. "Happy, hindi ko ta-trabahuhin kung hindi. Happy ako."

The actress also praised the series’ main characters like Anne Curtis and Luis Manzano whom she described as kind and professional stars.

"Mabait si Anne nakasama ko na siya before si Luis ganoon din mababait itong mga stars natin mas mababait pa sila kaysa doon sa walang pangalan," she said.

Before the interview ended, Jose shared that the series would really capture interest of the young ones because of its graphics as well as its effects that is comparable to foreign film such as "Narnia."

"Parang ang dami mong gustong tignan. Si Bakos lang iyong half goat- half man…So I'm sure ang mga bata ay mabubusog ang imagination," Jose ended.

Jose is now a contract star of ABS-CBN on a per project basis. The actress said that as a supporting actress she’s not part of the so-called competition among networks.

Anne Curtis launches Dyosa amid bad weather

2008-08-04T18:14:00.000-07:00

Sam on marriage talk with Anne: It’s too early

2008-08-04T18:02:00.000-07:00

By BERNIE FRANCO
Source: ABS-CBN.com

Sam Milby admitted on The Buzz yesterday (August 3) that although he and actress Anne Curtis are exclusively dating, it’s too early for them to talk about marriage yet.

"It’s too early (to talk about marriage). We’re dating pa lang," Sam shared. The couple will soon star in the upcoming fantaserye "Dyosa" with Anne playing a goddess while Sam will assume the role of half-human and half-beast immortal, Adonis.

With Anne also set to star in period movie "Baler" opposite another heartthrob, Jericho Rosales, does Sam feel threatened about it?

"Hindi naman po. Yung sinabi nga ni Anne na meron ding mga babae na I’ll be working with, so trabaho naman ‘yon," defended the actor. He also added that Anne is the only girl for him. "I don’t think there’s any other girl who can (surpass Anne)."

On the other hand, Sam is very thankful for the praises he received for conquering the catwalk at the Bench Blackout denim and underwear show

Sam Milby: ‘Mahal na mahal ko si Anne Curtis’

2008-08-04T09:55:00.000-07:00

By Rachelle Siazon
Source: beta.abs-cbn.com

Sam Milby and Anne Curtis have been "exclusively dating" for some time now, a term that some have been viewing as tiresome. But the truth is the couple is simply being guided by the self-help book Boy Meets Girl, which speaks about a modern but sacred approach to courtship. "May magandang kwento, tapos parang may mga examples na gusto mong i-follow sa courtship. Maganda yung pag-build up [nung relationship]. At saka yung courtship yung pinakamagandang paraan para ‘pag married na kayo, talagang highest level na saya [ang mafi-feel ninyo]," Sam elaborated during the grand presscon of Dyosa held Ocean Park Manila yesterday, August 4.

The book has also helped them differentiate what a fleeting romance is from real love. "Kung gusto mo umibig sa isang tao, dapat may patience talaga. Love isn’t something you rush," he continued. One thing is clear though for the heartthrob, only Anne owns his heart by now. "Mahal na mahal [ko si Anne]," he admitted. "I can’t live without her. Siya ang Dyosa ng buhay ko."

Since the couple are making sure there are no hitches in their relationship, is work a factor in how they keep things running smoothly? Sam was reportedly furious with Anne’s "breast exposure" on Dyosa, but does the heartthrob have any say about what Anne does for work? "Nagulat ako nung first time na nakita ko [siya sa set]. Alam ko na may prosthetics talaga. Pero nung nakita ko parang wala talaga. It’s just [as if] nalakalagay lang. Yung shape [ng boobs], yung movement, yung kulay [looks very real]," exclaimed the actor. Sam quickly recovered from his shock, however, since he knows that Anne is just doing her job. "Hindi ako pwede magalit. Uncomfortable lang in a way; siyempre akala ko mas tinatakpan. Pero hindi ako pwede magalit." Besides, Anne had more daring scenes in her movie When Love Begins so there’s really nothing for him to be mad about.

When asked what he likes most about Anne, he quickly described her as someone who’s beautiful inside and out. But it’s her all-out support for him that makes her really special to him. "Siguro nakita ninyo po [sa Bench Blackout fashion show] na nahihiya ako onstage. Hindi ako katulad ng ibang tao na [very confident magpakita ng katawan]. Pero nung nakita ko si Anne and her friends, ang saya-saya," Sam gushed. "Hindi ko na napansin yung dami ng tao kasi it’s comforting na nandito siya na sumusuporta."

These real-life sweethearts will soon capture the hearts of Filipino viewers on primetime TV in their much-awaited fantaserye, Dyosa. Sam plays Adonis—a god from the evil clan of Kasamyan—who’s must kill Dyosa for him to become the supreme ruler in the world of gods and goddesses. Aside from his kilig scenes with his leading lady, people should also watch out for Sam’s controversial "nude scenes," the details of which he refused to divulge.

Catch all these and more on Dyosa, starting August 11 on Primetime Bida.

Sam Milby is Department of Education(DepEd)'s new youth spokesman

2008-08-01T16:35:00.000-07:00

By Jerry E. Esplanada
Souce: Philippine Daily Inquirer

MANILA, Philippines—Instead of a math wiz or a National Achievement Test topnotcher, the Department of Education (DepEd) has tapped another celebrity as the agency’s new youth spokesperson: Fil-Am film and TV actor Sam Milby.

The DepEd will formally announce Milby’s inclusion in its pool of youth role models in next September’s national leadership training for student government officers at Teachers Camp in Baguio City.

Milby (real name: Samuel Lloyd L. Milby) was “recruited” by director Joey Pelaez of the DepEd’s Center for Students and Co-Curricular Affairs office, according to Secretary Jesli A. Lapus.

Aside from his popularity, “Sam was chosen because he has no bad record and he could inspire the youth with his talents. He could help the DepEd a lot,” Pelaez explained.

The 24-year-old Milby is the youngest child of Lloyd Milby, an entrepreneur from Dayton, Ohio, and Elsie Lacia, a native of Tago, Surigao del Sur.

Sam, a former ice skating contest medalist, grew up in Troy, Ohio. Along with his family, he had visited the Philippines several times before. But in his March 2005 return to Manila, he decided to pursue a showbiz and modeling career.

After a 49-day stint at the ABS-CBN hit TV show Pinoy Big Brother, he appeared in over a dozen TV shows and co-starred in at least four hit movies.

“We’ve agreed he’d be doing volunteer work,” said Pelaez.

Asked about Milby’s talent fee, the CSCA official said it would be “insignificant” and “not the usual industry rate.”

Pelaez described the actor as “kind and very down to earth … He has no attitude problem.”

Other DepEd spokespersons include theater actor and recording star Sam Concepcion, GMA-7 mainstay Dingdong Dantes, singer Yeng Constantino, whiz kid Shaira Luna, and former teen heartthrob Onemig Bondoc.

The late actor Rico Yan was the education department’s first spokesman.

According to Lapus, they were “exploring the possibility” of naming popular young actress and model KC Concepcion ambassador of the department’s Adopt-a-School program.

The department had earlier named boxing hero Manny Pacquiao as alternative learning system (ALS) envoy.

Lapus said they would “ask him again to help promote the program,” defined by the DepEd as a “parallel learning system that provides a viable alternative to the existing formal education instruction.”

When interviewed, Lapus said they were also considering tapping the services of popular comedian Bayani Agbayani.

Lapus bumped into the Agbayani couple during his return flight to Manila from the United States where he took a short vacation.

Meanwhile, several celebrities will share their entrepreneurial success stories in next week’s Teen Go Negosyo conference-workshop of the DepEd, also at Teachers Camp.

They include actors Marvin Agustin and Dominic Ochoa, owners and operators of the Sumo Sam restaurant and Thumbs Up ice cream network, respectively, as well as Anthony Pangilinan (The Master’s Lighthouse Foundation), Allana Montelibano and Happy Ongpauco (Bed & Breakfast Boutique), and Crystalle Henares (Belo Essentials).

The CSCA had also invited Regine Tolentino (Regine’s Boutique) and Vina Morales (Ystilo Salon) to participate in the forum.

Over 2,000 public and private high school students, out-of-school youth and educators are expected to attend the four-day event, a joint project of the CSCA, Philippine Center for Entrepreneurship, Office of the Presidential Consultant on Entrepreneurship (PCE), the trade department’s Philippine Trade Training Center, and TMLF.

With its theme “Young Entrepreneurs Taking Charge,” the conference-workshop aims to “prepare the students to take charge of their future by taking on active and responsible roles in entrepreneurial endeavors, and inspire high school students and OSYs to consider entrepreneurship as a career and initiate them into entrepreneurial challenges.”

During the event, awards will be given to the most outstanding microentrepreneurs and most inspiring student entrepreneurs.

In a message, Lapus said “creativity and ingenuity are indispensable traits of an entrepreneur and these are natural to the Filipino.”

“Our students have the talent and the imagination; all they need is encouragement. Ultimately, this is what Teen NeGOsyo is all about: encouraging our youth to embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and pursue their brilliant and innovative ideas that will create an impact on our country’s progress,” he said, adding “one is never too young to give birth to an idea.”

Presidential Consultant for Entrepreneurship Joey A. Concepcion, meanwhile, said “the young ones, or at least those who are still young at heart, have the passion, creativity and drive to become the future entrepreneurial icons of our country.”

“They already have the optimistic, winning, can-do attitude which we have been advocating for. All they need now are the right mentors to lead them towards entrepreneurial success,” said Concepcion, also PCE founding trustee and president.

Mickey Ferriols loses weight for Dyosa

2008-08-01T08:34:00.000-07:00

by REYMA BUAN-DEVEZA
Source: abs-cbnNEWS.com

Actress Mickey Ferriols said that she deliberately lost weight to be part of ABS-CBN’s upcoming television series “Dyosa” which stars actress Anne Curtis.

“It’s because of Sir Enrico Santos and Ms. Charo Santos’ ultimatum, because when we were about to start taping for ‘Dyosa’, they wanted to see me. They want to make sure that I will fit the role as Dyosa’s mother. So I had to look good and better than I did since I really gained weight before,” the actress told abs-cbnNEWS.com.

She added that since she already lost weight, she is now trying to continue her diet.

“Iyong gym, wala. dinadaan ko lang talaga sa discipline ng pagkain,” she said.

Ferriols said that dieting is one of her ways to thank the Kapamilya network for entrusting her with the role.

The actress said doing the series is another blessing for her. Aside from “Dyosa”, she is also doing a series with actress Judy Anne Santos also for ABS-CBN entitled “Humingi Ka Sa Langit” directed by Andoy Ranay.

She is also doing a television show “Kuwentong Disyerto” for TFC aired every Friday with TJ Manotoc.

Working in "Dyosa"

Ferriols said that she is blessed that she was given a chance to do a project with Curtis and well-acclaimed director Wenn Deramas.

“Si direk Wenn ang bilis pero hindi nasa-sacrifice iyong quality ng palabas. He is very efficient when it comes to time. Kay Anne naman nagkasama na kami sa "Hiram" and this is the first time na magka-eksena kaming ganito. Nakaka-flatter, ang ganda ng anak ko and she’s the kind of person (who's) beautiful inside and out,” Ferriols said.

She also praised her other co-stars in “Dyosa” like actors Zanjoe Marudo, Luis Manzano and Sam Milby by saying that the actors are really kind-hearted, very funny and humble.

Mickey's family life

Ferriols is a mother of a two-year-old boy. She said that she and her partner Archie Alemania are planning to have another child by next year.

“Kasi next year si Brent will be three and half… I’m not getting any younger kumbaga gusto ko nang tapusin kaya naglalagare kami ngayon ni Archie para in preparation for sending Brent to school and having another baby,” Ferriols said.

She also said that given a chance, she would like to go back to her first love which is hosting.

"Yun ang dream ko makabalik ako sa first love ko, sana lang. Pero kung hindi, okay lang. Ang daming binibigay sa akin ni God magrereklamo pa ba ako," Ferriols said.

Anne Curtis thrilled with 'Dyosa' and with Sam Milby

2008-08-01T04:24:00.000-07:00

By REYMA BUAN-DEVEZA
Source: abs-cbnNEWS.com

Actress Anne Curtis shared her happiness and excitement over her upcoming television series “Dyosa" -- as well as the attention she is getting from all three of her leading men: hunks Zanjoe Marudo, Luis Manzano, and especially Sam Milby. The fantasy series "Dyosa" will air over ABS-CBN staring August 11.

“I know August 11 na very exciting for me, and I guess for everyone; kasi we’d been working really hard--but at the same time [I'm] nervous,” Curtis told abs-cbnNEWS.com in an interview held at Trinoma in Quezon City.

Curtis also talked about her working relationship with her three leading men, one of whom--as they both already admitted--she is exclusively dating: that's actor Sam Milb of course.

“Ayon makukulit lahat sila makukulit but it’s been so much fun working with them,” she said, adding that there was no shortage of funny, wacky moments on the set.

She also said that she's happy working with director Wenn Deramas again--this after the two of them had a rift over shooting schedules on a past film,"Ang Cute ng Ina Mo". From what she said about the director, it's obvious that they've patched things up.

“Okay siya. It’s so much fun working with him again ang last namin kasi iyong ‘Ang Cute ng Ina Mo,’ so to work with him iyon naalala ko lahat… iyong dictation sa tagalog so iyon, narrates the actress.

Curtis has obviously lost weight--a result, she said, of the hard work she's been putting into the making of "Dyosa." Despite the toll on her body, however, she said that she actually enjoys the work.

“Hindi naman sa nahihirapan, but it has a lot of work; and it’s thrice a week na iyong tipong, para matulog gigising nang hapon na. Tapos tulog ulit tapos diretso na sa set. So it’s a lot of work hindi ko nga alam na pumayat na ako--hindi ko na-notice. But it’s a good thing for me, she said.

Playing games

Curtis said she's very happy to be able to work with Milby. Despite their busy schedules, she said that they always find the time and the means to keep their relationship healthy. Milby, she said, is particularly good at finding times and opportunities to come and see her.

So what do they enjoy most doing together? Curtis replied: “Just doing nothing together, wala lang. Iyong you are just happy enough just being in each other’s company. Iyong nagkukuwentuhan or mahilig kami sa movies."

Nowadays, the hot couple is into video games and game consoles--they play games on their Xbox and their Nintendo Wii--particularly the virtual tennis game and Mario.

Curtis admitted that she sees Sam as the man for her. "Of course I wouldn't been dating him if not, hindi ba? If he keeps how he is."

Curtis described Sam as a very kind person, genuinely nice to everyone and very humble.

"Kahit Sam Milby na siya hindi napunta sa ulo niya. Siya pa din yung naiilang. That's what I like about him... iba ang kabaitan nya. I know na maraming mag-aagree with me," Curtis said.

Even as she tapes for “Dyosa”, Curtis is also set to star in a film entitled “Baler” with actor Jericho Rosales.

"Baler" will be an official entry to this year's Metro Manila Film Festival.

ON THE SET: "Dyosa" komiks launch

2008-07-31T09:30:00.000-07:00

by: Jocelyn Dimaculangan
Source: Pep.ph

Mall goers of Trinoma temporarily stopped their shopping last Monday, July 28, to watch the stars of Dyosa shoot some sequences at the mall's activity center.

PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal) was invited on the set of this upcoming ABS-CBN fantaserye. The sequence shot that day was the komiks launch that displayed the powers of Dyosa (Anne Curtis) a.k.a. Josephine.

Gods and goddesses will grace ABS-CBN's primetime block when Dyosa airs its pilot episode on August 11 (Monday). As the goddess of air, land, and water, Dyosa (Anne) must keep the balance between the world of mortals and the world of immortals. She is able to transform into a centaur as Dyosa Tierra, a bird as Dyosa Cielo, and a mermaid as Dyosa Agua. When PEP asked Anne to chose which character is the most difficult to portray, she answers, "The centaur kasi mahirap talaga yung positioning of the body. Mahirap sa loob ng costume."

The fictional komiks launched that afternoon is called Dyosa and is published by Makiling Publications. Zanjoe Marudo, one of the leading men of Anne, describes his role in this TV series directed by Wenn Deramas.

"Ako si Mars, isang illustrator. Ako ang gumagawa sa Dyosa Komiks. Napapanaginipan ko ang lahat at dino-drawing ko sa komiks. Yun pala, nado-drawing ko mismo ang buhay ni Dyosa. Pero hindi ko alam na ang Dyosa pala si Josephine, na lagi kong kaaway sa opisina. Siya pala si Dyosa pero lagi kaming mag-kaaway. In love ako sa Dyosa pero hindi ko alam na siya pala yun."

Zanjoe left for the United States to take part in the Coverboys tour abroad. The sexy male group will go to San Francisco, Chicago, and Los Angeles to perform with Nikki Gil.

According to Direk Wenn, he has already shot enough episodes to last for about five weeks but the show is initially slated to run for 16 weeks. He then described the three leading men of Anne in this fantaserye.

"Si Luis Manzano yung protector ni Anne. Siya yung best friend na in love pero hindi niya pwede sabihin kay Anne. Si Zanjoe siya yung komiks illustrator na link ng immortal world at ng mortal world. Si Sam Milby yung beast na magkakagusto kay Anne kahit na bawal ma-in love sa Dyosa."

Playing the antagonist in the story is Maricar de Mesa. "I'm Calliope Makiling, ako yung may-ari ng publication company. Ako yung publisher. The character of Anne, si Josephine, and Zanjoe, si Mars, will be working for me. Mga tauhan ko sila."

One source of conflict in the story is the fact that her father stole the original idea for Dyosa Komiks from the family of Mars. "Inagaw ng tatay ko sa tatay niya [Zanjoe] kaya kami yung mayaman."

She also causes conflict since she is in love with Mars. She does everything in her power to prevent Josephine from becoming close to the graphic artist.

Aside from shooting indoor scenes in Trinoma mall, the cast of Dyosa also went to out-of-town locations such as Calatagan, Batangas. The world of the gods is created using special effects. "Kasi ang gusto kong lugar, imposibleng magawan ng set," explains Direk Wenn. "Gumamit kami ng green-blue chroma para ma-achieve yun."

He describes the fantasy world that will be seen in Dyosa: "Yung island surrounded by water. Parang Niagara Falls na may island sa gitna. Saan ka naman kukuha ng ganun?"

The theme song of Dyosa is performed by Yeng Constantino. It is a cover of the Asin song titled "Himig ng Pag-ibig."

This fantaserye will begin as ABS-CBN's My Girl comes to an end.

Anne Curtis is still graceful despite pressure from Dyosa

2008-07-31T00:29:00.000-07:00

By Bernie Franco
Source: www.ABS-CBN.com

Anne Curtis reveals that although her latest project, the fantaserye Dyosa, is physically challenging, she is reveling in everything she is doing. Playing the title role, Anne is the goddess of water, land and sky and has the ability to transform into a mermaid, a centaur (half-horse, half-human) and a half-human-half-bird creature so she has to get used to wearing different prosthetics and costumes.

"Mahirap siya pero it’s something I’m looking forward to do. Nage-enjoy ako, preparing and psyching myself," she shares. "It takes two and a half hours to do the make up, hair or wig. Siyempre nangangapa pa kami sa costume. Lahat actually mahirap in its own way. Yung sirena, I’m staying underwater for a period of time habang suot yung buntot. Yung agila mahirap kasi mabigat yung wings, eh. YungAnneCurtiscentaur, masakit naman dahil sa katawan ng kabayo."

Dyosa also helped her realize her childhood dream of playing a mermaid and it was an additional bonus for her to play two other equally interesting characters. "It’s so much fun. Every time I have a change of outfit, I really feel like the goddess of air, the goddess of water and land," she enthuses. "Hopefully all the effort will pay off pagdating sa prosthetics. Sana people will enjoy it."

Dyosa Director Wenn Deramas in the Hot Seat

2008-07-31T00:22:00.000-07:00

by: By Manila Santos
Source: www.ABS-CBN.com

Not everyone thrives on working non-stop, but for mega box office hit director Wenn Deramas, it’s as if he just lives and breathes for the sake of his craft. "Mas nakakapagod yung wala kang ginagawa. Heaven ako ‘pag nagtatrabaho.Mula pagkabata ganyan na ko: nagtratrabaho, nag-aaral. Tapos ngayon, kapag hindi six days a week ang ginagawa ko, nalulungkot ako. Parang may problema. Parang hindi balance ang earth."

Working on a mini-series frustrates him because he loves to see his projects flourish for as long as it takes. So after Kokey, Maligno, and Volta, Direk Wenn is excited to be working on longer teleseryes like Dyosa, Betty La Fea, and Batunting. For now, Dyosa is keeping him busy along with his new comedy flick, Ai-Ai de las Alas’s Ang Tanging Ina Nyong Lahat.

"Ako yung huling pumasok sa show. Halosgawa na nila ang Dyosa nung dumating ako. Wala palang silang director," says Direk Wenn when asked about the rushes of ABS-CBN’s upcoming fantaserye. "Wala naman kasing gustong tumanggap ng ganitong kalokohan na ang hirap ‘di ba? Pare-pareho lang ng bayad, tapos ito ang hirap." Yet the workaholic director still accepted such a taxing project. "Hindi po ako tumatanggi sa tabaho. At kapag tumanggi ako dito, parang sinasabi kong nakuntento na ako sa ginawa ko noon. Dyosa is a new challenge which will show kung ano pang pwede kong ibigay."

Wenn DeramasDirek Wenn also can’t wait for people to see how much effort Anne Curtis put into the show, even doing some daring scenes. But isn’t he worried that critics may censure her sexy scenes just like what happened to Rafael Rosell’s butt exposure in Maligno? "Kung sasabihin nila, ‘Ano ba yan bakit may hubaran!’ Sasabihin ko,’ Eh hindi naman magkapatong yung babae’t lalake. Natural, ‘pag nawawala yung buntot alangan namang may panty? Syempre ang papalit dyan pwet ng tao. Mas ridiculous naman siguro kung naka-gown si Anne pagtanggal ng buntot or may panty. Saan galing ‘di ba?"

How did Direk Wenn convince Anne to bare more skin for Dyosa? "Parang katulad kung paano ko napapayag si Rafael Rosell. Actually mas delikado yung kay Rafael ‘di ba kasi merong pumping, butt exposure, very violent. Ako naman pine-present ko lang sa kanila. ‘Eto yun. Ngayon hindi kayo naman kayo bababuyin.’ Alaga naman. Yung iba, product of imagination na rin. Kasi malayo din naman yung shot. Mas delikado nga lang kay Anne kasi day effect, hindi ko madidiliman."
With his vast experience in the industry, he stressed that professionalism is the one trait that all artists should master, particularly those who are not so good in acting. "Hindi ka na kagalingan, kaaartehan ka pa. Pero swerte naman ako dahil from the very start, mga Nida Blanca na ang artista ko, Charito Solis, Gloria Romero, Nora Aunor. Yung mga yun kagalingan, kagandahan, at napaka-professional pa." He further gushes, "In fairness naman matitino yung mga artista na napupunta sa akin hanggang ngayon dahil alam nilang bruha ako ‘pag nag-inarte sila. At alam ni Anne yan."

Direk Wenn reveals that he and Anne had a major fight when they shot Ang Cute Ng Ina Mo last year. "Wala siyang close up. Hindi ko siya pinapansin the whole day sa set. Bago nag-premiere night nung movie na kami nagkabati. Hindi halata ‘di ba?" The reason behind their fight is better left forgotten Direk Wenn discloses. Nevertheless, he maintains that Anne is really a good girl and that she never talked back to him while they had their tiff. "Yun ang history ng pagiging mag-nanay namin," he adds.

Zanjoe Marudo: Mariel is my lucky charm

2008-07-30T09:24:00.000-07:00

By Manila P. Santos
Source: beta.abs-cbn.com

Zanjoe Marudo is on a career high nowadays; he’s busy taping for the upcoming fantaserye Dyosa and preparing for the US tour of the Coverboys. He is also being paired onscreen with his real life ladylove Mariel Rodriguez in Mars Ravelo’s Komiks Presents: Varga. "Sobrang mararamdaman mo na mahal na mahal niya yung trabaho niya, lalo na itong Varga. Na gustong gusto niya yung ginagawa niya. Alam naman natin na napaka-arte nung tao (laughs), pero ito, tinitiis niya talaga. Kahit na mainit at nasa pangit na lugar tinitiis niya lahat kasi ito yung gusto niyang gawin. Binibigay niya talaga lahat. And makikita naman yun pag pinalabas na eh," he says proudly of Mariel.

Although the pair have never officially admitted to being a couple, their mutual attraction is an obvious fact to everyone in showbiz. "Si Mariel yung tao na ‘pag naging close mo siya, ‘pag naging kaibigan mo, wala ka ng hahanapin pa. Parang sobra-sobra pa. Siya yung tao na suwerte mo ‘pag nakilala mo siya. Yun yung feeling," he relates.

With regards to making any concrete plans for the future, the hunky model stresses he is at a different point in his life right now and marriage is not a priority. "Siguro later pa. Madami pa akong gustong gawin. Madami pa akong gustong patunayan. Siguro ‘pag naramdaman ko na yung pagdating ng panahon na yun, saka na lang. Hindi mo rin alam eh. Panahon din ang magsasabi. Kasi kahit yung mga hindi naman artista, ‘pag nasa peak ka ng career mo, mali naman kung bigla kang titigil o maliligaw ng landas. So panahon lang din ang magsasabi," he explains.

When asked how he would be able to separate his personal from his professional life now that he and Mariel are going to be working together for a longer time, Zanjoe quickly dismisses this as a non-issue. "Yung mga tampuhan, yung mga wala naman na kuwentang tampuhan yun eh. Hindi pa naman nangyayari yung ganun na grabeng tampuhan. Hindi naman siguro mangyayari. Yun nga yung mga problema ng mga artista, ang hirap gawin yung taping ‘pag magkasama sa trabaho kasi nasasama yung personal [life]. Kaya ako na rin yung parang nagpaliwanag [sa kanya] na ‘pag sa trabaho, trabaho talaga," he concludes.

But Zanjoe is quick to point out that when he’s on the set, the vibe is strictly professional so there’s not much of a chance for personal conflicts. "Hindi naman ako nahihirapan [kasama siya] kasi pag nasa trabaho ako, wala lahat yun. Hindi ko iisipin na kahit ano. ‘Pag on the set, magkatrabaho talaga kami," he says.

During the press conference for Varga held last July 28 at ABS-CBN, Zanjoe also proudly announced to the media what Mariel is in his life. "Si Mariel ang lucky charm ko kasi simula nung nakilala ko siya, sunod-sunod na yung projects ko," he declares. In Varga, Zanjoe plays a popular yet forgetful model who dates all the girls in his neighborhood but eventually falls in love with sexy superhero Varga. This is the first time Zanjoe and Mariel will be doing a series together although they’ve done an episode of Maalaala Mo Kaya.

Catch Varga as it premieres this Saturday, August 2 after Cinema FPJ. For more updates on Varga, check out www.abs-cbn.com.