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On July 29, one week before his TV5 primetime series "Cassandra: Warrior Angel" comes to conclusion, former Kapuso turned Kapatid star JC de Vera has signed an exclusive contract with the Kapamilya network. “It’s a dream come true to be a Kapamilya.” the young actor said after the contract signing. On his Instagram account, the new Kapamilya actor likewise confirmed the news: “Its official!!!!! :)) akoy isang kapamilya na! Thankyou abscbn for the very warm welcome. Kinakabahan pa ren ako. Hahaha,”

Catch MARIA MERCEDES on ABS-CBN starring Jessy Mendiola The ABS-CBN remake of the hit Thalia telenovela will likewise center on the title character as a street urchin whose life takes a turn when she agrees to marry a rich man who is terminally ill. Directed by Rechie del Carmen ("Paraiso," "Mundo Man Ay Magunaw"), the series also features as cast members Vina Morales, Dominic Ochoa, Nadia Montenegro and Ms. Vivian Velez.

“That Winter, The Wind Blows” Korean Drama on ABS-CBN. Asia’s most beautiful love story of 2013 will finally be told to Filipino audience as ABS-CBN premieres the top-caliber drama “That Winter, The Wind Blows,” topbilled by Asian superstars Jo In Sung and Song Hye Kyo , beginning Monday (July 8) in ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida. Follow the story of Xander, a playboy and gambler who lives a meaningless life after he was abandoned by his mother under a tree when he was a baby. He will be caught up in a messy deal with a gambling lord and in order to pay his debts, he will be left with no other choice but to pretend to be the long lost brother of a blind heiress Yonna who happened to have the exact name as him.

Watch-out for "Hanggang Kailan Kita Ma­ma­halin" on ABS-CBN starring Angel Locsin and Jericho Rosales. Multi-awarded actors Jericho Rosales and Angel Locsin unite in ABS-CBN's upcoming primetime soap "Hanggang Kailan Kita Ma­ma­halin". Joining them is another award-winning actress Maja Salvador replacing Lovi Poe who renewed contract with GMA-7 and "Galema" star Andi Eigenmann in this project to be helmed by Rory Quintos and Dado Lumibao. Joining Angel, Maja, and Jericho in the series are Christopher de Leon, Mark Gil, Rio Locsin, Joem Bascom, Allan Villalon, Maria Isabel Lopez, Leo Rialf, Richard

ABS-CBN, the country’s largest and leading multimedia conglomerate, led all TV networks in terms of viewership as measured by the national TV ratings last June, with a recorded average total day audience share of 43%, up by a point from the previous month and 11 points higher than GMA’s 32%, according to data from Kantar Media. Kantar Media uses a nationwide panel size of 2,609 urban and rural homes that represent 100% of the total Philippine TV viewing population, while the other ratings data supplier AGB Nielsen reportedly has only 1,980 homes based solely in urban areas that represent only 57% of the Philippine TV viewing population. ABS-CBN also continued its winning streak on primetime (6PM-12MN) as Filipinos nationwide tuned in to its news and entertainment programs, enjoying a one-point increase to an average audience share of 47%, or 17 points ahead of GMA’s 30%. Primetime is the most important timeblock when most Filipinos watch TV and advertisers put a larger chunk of their i

Catch 'I Do'- Reality Show soon on ABS-CBN. ABS-CBN is set to launch a new reality show for lovers who want to tie the knot in the wedding of their dreams. The reality show’s winning pair are off to a good start as husband and wife because they will also be rewarded with a honeymoon package, a new car, a house and lot, and P1 million. Lovers 18 years old and above who are interested in joining the show are invited to share their love story by logging on to ido.abs-cbn.com. They should download and complete the application form and send it to ido@abs-cbn.tv. Pairs who are cohabiting or in a live-in relationship are not eligible. The couples who will apply should be ready to prove that they truly love each other and that they can have a happy marriage and family life together. For inquiries, call 415-2272 local 4894, 10AM to 6PM from Mondays to Fridays or visit ido.abs-cbn.com.

GMA Network's My Husband's Lover beat ABS-CBN's  Apoy sa Dagat on TV Ratings. Last Monday, viewers witnessed the pilot episode of GMA’s most provocative drama series “My Husband’s Lover,” led by Dennis Trillo, Tom Rodriguez andCarla Abellana. According to data from the industry’s widely trusted ratings service provider Nielsen TV Audience Measurement, the highly-dramatic and intriguing series posted high TV ratings. Based on overnight household ratings data recorded in Urban Luzon for June 10 – 12, “My Husband’s Lover” scored an average household rating of 20.5 percent versus ABS-CBN’s “Apoy sa Dagat” with 16.6 percent. Meanwhile, in Mega Manila, “My Husband’s Lover” posted an even bigger marginwith 22.2 percent against “Apoy sa Dagat’”s 15.9 percent. In the series, find out if Lally (Carla Abellana) will give up on her husband or if she will fight for their marriage. And if Vincent (Tom Rodriguez) will choose his lover Eric (Dennis Trillo) over his family or will he stay w

GMA Network files a Libel Case against Eugenio Lopez and ABS-CBN Employees and was officially charge by Quezon City Court. On July 27, 2004 GMA7 sued ABS-CBN for airing reports accusing GMA7 of “stealing” and “pirating” exclusive footage taken of the arrival of overseas Filipino worker Angelo dela Cruz after he was released by Iraqi militants in 2004. According to the report from Rappler on February 18, 2013, the Quezon City Regional Trial Court (QC RTC) issued a warrant of arrest against ABS-CBN chairman Eugenio “Gabby” Lopez III and 12 other former and current executives and employees of the network over libel charges filed by rival network GMA-7.

ABS-CBN “Halalan 2013” is Most Watched TV Coverage according to the latest survey from Kantar Media. Most Filipinos nationwide got their latest election news from ABS-CBN on Monday (May 13) and went online to send their thoughts via Twitter that made ABS-CBN’s “Halalan 2013” coverage a trending topic on the social networking site. Based on Kantar Media data covering national urban and rural homes, ABS-CBN’s “Bayan Mo, iPatrol Mo: Tayo Na Halalan 2013” coverage drew a cumulative average of national TV rating of 13.7% from 6 am to 12 midnight vs. GMA’s Eleksyon 2013’s 10%.  ABS-CBN’s flagship newscast “TV Patrol,” anchored by Noli De Castro, Korina Sanchez, and Ted Failon, hit a 27% national TV rating or nine points higher than rival program “24 Oras” that only recorded 18.4%.

ABS-CBN earns P508 million during 2013 Election Campaign Period ABS-CBN Corp said its net income grew by 66 percent to P508 million in the first quarter of the year from P306 million last year, on the back of regular and election-related ad revenues.  Consolidated revenues went up by 21 percent to P7.9 billion, as ad revenues climbed 22 percent year-on-year to reach P4.4 billion. Consumer sales brought in P3.5 billion, an 18 percent year-on-year increase, while Sky Cable saw a 43 percent surge in sales to P1.6 billion.  ABS-CBN ascribed growth partly to the acquisition of Destiny Cable. To recall, the network's unit, SkyCable, last year bought Destiny. ABS-CBN's costs and expenses increased by 17 percent year-on-year to P7.2 billion, brought about by higher production costs, cost of sales and services, and general and administrative expenses. Capital expenditures and film and program rights acquisition cost P1.1 billion, flat from last year, the network said.

Watch Halalan 2013- ABS CBN Live Streaming online. ABS-CBN, the country’s largest broadcast news organization, will provide 360-degree news coverageon different media platforms and deliver public service on-ground on Monday (May 13) when millions of Filipinos troop to polling precincts to cast their votes and choose their next batch of leaders. ABS-CBN’s “Halalan 2013” coverage is also defined by its “KampanyaSerye” documentaries, which made voters more involved and informed on some of the hotly contested local races, and the “Harapan 2013” live debates that gave all senatorial candidates a platform to present what they stand for. To watch ANC Live Streaming please click here

Catch ABS-CBN In-depth Halalan 2013 News Coverage. ABS-CBN, the country’s largest broadcast news organization, will provide 360-degree news coverage on different media platforms and deliver public service on-ground on Monday (May 13) when millions of Filipinos troop to polling precincts to cast their votes and choose their next batch of leaders. “It has become a company tradition for ABS-CBN to devote all of its resources to this important coverage. Technology has become more sophisticated through the years and we have utilized different tools in support of the coverage itself, but what hasn’t changed is our commitment to cover this political exercise and present all aspects of the polls as completely as possible,” said Ging Reyes, head of the ABS-CBN Integrated News and Current Affairs. Viewers can rely on ABS-CBN to give them real-time updates from its team of seasoned broadcast journalists ‘Kabayan’ Noli De Castro, Korina Sanchez, Ted Failon, Ces Drilon, Karen Davila, Julius Babao,

Watch MY LITLLE JUAN Video Trailer soon on ABS-CBN. My Little Juan Starring: Izzy Canillo and Jaime Fabregas. ABS-CBN just released their new and upcoming programs. Topping the list are primetime soaps "Got To Believe" starring the blockbuster tandem of Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo and surefire top-rating family-drama "Muling Buksan ang Puso" featuring the experimental tandem on Julia Montes and Enrique Gil with Enchong Dee.

Watch ABS-CBN New Big Shows as they are unveiled. Topping the list are primetime soaps "Got To Believe" starring the blockbuster tandem of Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo and surefire top-rating family-drama "Muling Buksan ang Puso" featuring the experimental tandem on Julia Montes and Enrique Gil with Enchong Dee. Other ABS-CBN new shows include:  My Little Juan Starring: Izzy Canillo and Jaime Fabregas Annaliza Starring: Andrea Brillantes, Zanjoe Marudo, Patrick Garcia, Denise Laurel and Kaye Abad Cofradia Starring: Julia Barretto, Khalil Ramos and Julian Estrada Apat Na Maria Starring: Jewel Mische, Meg Imperial, Sunshine Cruz and Sheryl Cruz Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala Starring: Judy Ann Santos, Sam Milby and KC Concepcion Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin Starring: Gerald Anderson, Cristine Reyes and Dawn Zulueta Ang Huling Sayaw Starring: Angel Locsin and Paulo Avelino Maria Mercedes Starring: Jessy Mendiola Galema, Anak ni Zuma Starring: Andi Eigenmann Sarah G. Pre

Catch Angel Locsin and Paolo Avelino stars 'Ang Huling Sayaw' on ABS-CBN teleserye primetime. Rumored title: "Ang Huling Sayaw" starring Andi Eigenmann, Paulo Avelino & Ms. Angel Locsin! Earlier, tt was announced via interview the upcoming projects of 2013 FAMAS Movie Best Actress which keep her busy these days. The said TV series will be under the direction of Rory B. Quintos.

Catch "Muling Buksan ang Puso" Video Teaser starring Julia Montes and Enrique Gil! JulQuen fans has a reason to be happy since ABS-CBN will launched the loveteam of Julia Montes and Enrique Gil. After Coco Martin to Julia Montes in "Walang Hanggan" and Kathryn Bernardo toEnrique Gil in "Princess and I", Enrique and Julia will be paired and star in ABS-CBN's upcoming primetime series "Muling Buksan ang Puso". Enrique and Julia will be paired for the first time onscreen though they both starred together in the movies Way Back Home, The Strangers and The Reunion: The Eraserheads Movie. Joining them are an ensemble of well-respected and award-winning actors like Susan Roces, Amalia Fuentes, Dante Rivero, Dominic Ochoa, Daniel Fernando, Malou Crisologo, Pooh, Matt Evans, Jane Oineza, and Ms. Cherry Gil. Video teaser will be posted here once it becomes available online, Meanwhile here's video tweet update from JulQuen fans via Twitter.

ABS-CBN premiered the highly-anticipated 2013 Summer Station ID on “ASAP 18- "Kwento ng Summer Natin"! ABS-CBN has just released their 2013 Summer Station ID featuring Kapamilya's roster of talented and most popular actors and actresses. According to ABS-CBN, dubbed as “Kwento ng Summer Natin,” this year’s summer station ID is the story of every Pinoy’s summer and will awaken old memories of summers gone by, rekindle long forgotten emotions as well as make new happy memories that will last a lifetime. ABS-CBN’s impact on Pinoy pop culture is not only limited to television shows but covers music, too. Groove to old dance hits – “Otso Otso,"“Katawan” (the theme fromPalibhasa Lalake) and “Pinoy Ako."

ABS-CBN take Top 10 Programs in the Philippines! ABS-CBN maintained its leadership in nationwide TV ratings in March, as its primetime and weekend offerings continued to dominate the list of the mostwatched programs across the country. With an average audience share of 41% in March, the Kapamilya network carried over its 10-point lead over GMA-7 in February to last month. ABS-CBN also continued to post a wide lead over TV5, which registered an audience share of only 13% in March, according to the latest TV ratings data from multinational market research group Kantar Media. The consistent TV viewership lead of ABS-CBN across the country is seen in the high ratings of its primetime and weekend programs, led by the inspirationalsuperhero series "Juan dela Cruz" and the drama anthology "Maalaala Mo Kaya." Airing before "Juan dela Cruz" during ABS-CBN's Primetime Bida block is the network's flagship newscast "TV Patrol," which ranked fifth in

Broadcast giant, GMA Networks still leads on Philippine TV Ratings on 2013 accorrind to the latest data from Nielsen TV Audience Measurement. In Mega Manila, Nielsen TV Audience Measurement gathers data based on a sample size of 1,190 homes as compared to Kantar Media's 770 homes. Meanwhile, Nielsen has a nationwide urban sample size of 2,000 homes, which is statistically higher than Kantar's sample size of 1,370. Kapuso Network is ahead in all dayparts in Urban Luzon and Mega Manila. Broadcast industry leader GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) maintained its dominance in the key areas of Urban Luzon and Mega Manila for the month of March citing data from the more widely recognized ratings service provider Nielsen TV Audience Measurement. For the period March 1 to 31 (March 17 to 31 based on overnight data), GMA registered comfortable leads against rival networks ABS-CBN and TV5 in these two areas particularly important to advertisers. source:gmanetwork

After multi-media star Kris Aquino resigns on her ABS-CBN shows due to her current conflict with former husband-basketball cager, James Yap, ABS-CBN announced that Kris will stay and needs to fulfill her contractual obligations from the network. ABS-CBN Statement: 23 March 2013 Upon her return, Kris will fulfill her commitments to her soap “Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw,” which is nearing its end. She will also have to stay as a judge in “Pilipinas Got Talent” till its end on June. Being a foreign franchise, there are commitments we have to fulfill and rules we need to abide by. Kris TV had taped advanced episodes in anticipation of her long planned vacation with her sons. Ms. Kris aquino and ABS-CBN management are also scheduled to meet upon her return to Manila. Meanwhile, we wish Kris and her sons a peaceful and restful vacation. We respect her need for privacy at this difficult time. - Bong R. Osorio, Head of ABS-CBN Integrated Corporate Communications