FOX Filipino announced that one of the most talked about local drama series in the country, My Husband’s Lover, is now on the pay TV channel. This groundbreaking series that follows the story of a woman’s awakening to her husband’s hidden sexuality is shown weeknights, with back-to-back episodes from Monday to Friday, 7 to 8:50 p.m.. Fans of My Husband’s Lover can also get their fill of this critically acclaimed drama on weekdays when the channel airs the replays from 7 to 9 a.m. and with marathons from 9 a.m. to 5: 55 p.m. every Saturday.
My Husband’s Lover centers on the story of Lally (Carla Abellana), a woman who marries at a young age when her boyfriend Vincent got her pregnant. Vincent in turn strives to become a good husband.
Despite his good intentions, Vincent (Tom Rodriguez) hides a secret and it threatens his marriage. It’s his unshakeable attraction to men.
When Vincent encounters his old love Eric (Dennis Trillo), who is openly gay, he slides into a passionate affair with him that even Lally can’t ignore in her innocent devotion to her husband. Lally refuses to give up on her marriage and the future of their children, and she makes a bold decision that will change her life, Vincent’s, and Eric’s forever.
On its first run, the series gained generally positive reviews from critics and viewers for its portrayal of tolerance, forgiveness, and a side of marriage rarely seen on Philippine television. My Husband’s Lover was also given recognition by various local and international award-giving institutions, including a “highly commended” distinction for Trillo’s portrayal as Eric at the prestigious Asian Television Awards. It was also nominated in the Telenovela category at the International Emmy Awards, which recognizes television production excellence outside the US.
Charo Espedido, Director and Head of Marketing for FOX Networks Group Philippines said, “We’re excited to feature a highly lauded production such as My Husband’s Lover on FOX Filipino—it’s a quality Filipino production that not only entertains audiences but also challenges them to question outdated norms. FOX Filipino is giving those who missed out on the series an opportunity to fall in love with its fascinating characters and their struggle to care for each other under rigid expectations from society.”
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Learn #HowToBreakup in ‘Single/Single’ episode 7
Heartaches and pain are inevitable in every relationship. But such experiences impart valuable lessons and opportunities to help us become better individuals.
Yup, breakups tend to make people melodramatic but the 7th episode of Single/Single season 2 goes beyond the drama and takes viewers into a whirlwind of emotions. Be ready to laugh and cry as the lead characters, Joee and Joey, played by Shaina Magdayao and Matteo Guidicelli respectively, struggle with different kinds of break-ups.
In the previous episode, Joee finally admitted to herself that her feelings have waned for Steve, JC Santos’ character. Steve tries hard to turn a blind eye on all the signs that their relationship is doomed; he continues to woo her. But Joee has finally mustered the courage to tell the truth – she and Steve have to breakup. How will he take it? Will he continue to fight for love or will he let her go?
Joey, on the other hand, finds himself often arguing with his mom, Bianca, played by Cherie Gil, when it comes to managing Bistro Biajo. These little fights are starting to impinge on their mother-son relationship. Deep inside, both know that their partnership has to end but who will have the courage to breakup first?
Join your favorite Single/Single characters as they confront themselves and their relationships in learning #HowToBreakup. Don’t miss out on this inspiring episode of Single/Single, the award-winning series of PhilStarTV and Cinema One.
Catch the show every Sunday, 10 p.m. on Cinema One with replays on Wednesdays, 8:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. Saturdays.
Past episodes can also be viewed on philstartv.com.
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Anita Awards for Cinema names ‘Heneral Luna’ Best Picture
The tragic story of Filipino patriot General Antonio Luna and the events that surrounded the outbreak of the Philippine-American War, Heneral Luna, produced by Artikulo Uno Productions, was named Best Picture at the first Anita Awards for Cinema given by the Society of Film Enthusiasts (SOFIE).
The film topped other nominees Da Dog Show, Imbisibol and Honor Thy Father” and picked up four other awards including Best Screenplay (Henry Francia, Eduardo A. Rocha, Jerrold Tarog), Best Editing (Jerrold Tarog), Best Sound (Mikkl Quizon) and Best Visual Effects (Blackburst).
Francis O. Villacorta, charter president of the said cineaste group cited Heneral Luna for its “powerful evocation of the open secrets of Philippine history and a curious reworking of the fabric of historical drama to impact today’s audiences.”
Dennis Trillo won the Best Actor award for his richly textured performance in Felix Manalo beating nominees Lou Veloso (Da Dog Show), John Arcilla (Heneral Luna) and Buboy Villar (Kid Kulafu).
Alessandra da Rossi bagged the Best Actress award for her truthful performance in Bambanti beating nominees Therese Malvar (Hamog), Nora Aunor (Taklub) and LJ Reyes (Anino sa Likod ng Buwan).
JM de Guzman was named Best Supporting Actor for his layered performance as a migrant worker in Imbisibol besting Allen Dizon (Imbisibol), Bor Lentejas (Hamog) and Micko Laurente (Bambanti).
Perla Bautista earned the Best Supporting Actress award for her honest and quietly intense performance in Honor Thy Father. Other nominees included Annicka Dolonius (Apocalypse Child), Bela Padilla (Felix Manalo) and Tessie Tomas (Water Lemon).
Ralston Jover (Da Dog Show) picked up the Best Director prize over nominees Jerrold Tarog (Heneral Luna), Erik Matti (Honor Thy Father) and Lawrence Fajardo (Imbisibol). Jover’s work was singled out for its powerful imagery.
The Anita Awards, named after the mother of its founding chair, is likened to a mother nurturing her children in a parallel way to filmmakers nurturing their work. The award ceremony will be announced later.