Manila’s pop princess Sarah Geronimo added another item on her long list of accomplishments. She, in partnership with Xeleb, launched a bubble-popping app called “Sarah G. Popsters” on Nov. 24 at The Mind Museum.
The event took guests into a different world upon entry. An assortment of oversized balloons and clean white interiors made guests feel as if they were stepping into the game itself.
The guests were welcomed by Xeleb Chief Marketing Officer Cholo Tagaysay, who explained that Xeleb, a subsidiary of Xurpas Inc., is the first Philippine mobile application company to partner with local celebrities in making their own gaming apps. It started with Anne Cutis’ Anne Galing, followed by Adventures of Kuya Kim, Market Master Erwan, and Trip Ni Belle. He then formally introduced their newest app, “Sarah G. Popsters”, this time in collaboration with the country’s popstar princess, Sarah Geronimo.
The guests were delighted to see Sarah G. fiercely strutting on stage, as she performed three song covers. She thanked Xeleb for the opportunity to connect with her fans on a different levelafter the performance.
The arcade-inspired game is played by popping bubbles to the music of Sarah, and when certain levels are unlocked, songs, which were personally chosen by Sarah G play in full. Some of her chosen tunes include “Kilometro,” “Sa Iyo,” and “Tayo.”
“‘Sa Iyo’ was released when I was just very new in the industry, but that point was really a turning point in my career. I remember receiving an award for Best Dance Recording from Awit Awards, and it was huge for me—it was my first original song,” Sarah explained. “‘Kilometro’ received the Gold Global Sound Award in Australia this year. That was such a proud moment for me.”
The game, which has already been downloaded by many, enables fans and non-fans alike to enjoy a fun activity and listen to great songs altogether.
“You will really get to know me more—because I personally got to know myself more when we were creating this game. I know I’m not as active on social media, but I’d like to think of this game as an avenue for my fans to really get to know me,” said Sarah
Those with brave hearts then took turns to try their hand at singing on stage, just like Sarah did, while more reserved guests continued to enjoy drinks and food catered by Florabel.
The venue overflowed with laughter and cheer, as attendees relaxed and let loose while enjoying good food, company, and music –care of Xeleb’s latest partner, Ms. Sarah Geronimo.
Sarah G. Popsters is available for download on Google Play.
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DZMM still reigns supreme in Mega Manila
DZMM is still Mega Manila’s undisputed no. 1 source for news, information, and commentary as it topped all AM radio stations in the latest Kantar Media Radio Audience Measurement survey.
In September this year, DZMM registered an average audience share of 27 percent, or five points higher than DZRH and DWWW, which both hit 22 percent.
Coming on the heels of DZMM’s ratings victory are the recognitions it recently received for its excellent news coverage and for promoting good people management in public and private sectors.
Recently, DZMM received the Hall of Fame award as Best Radio Station of the Year at the Makatao Awards for Media Excellence given by the People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP), an organization composed of business executives and companies.
Radyo Patrol Balita Alas Siyete, anchored by ‘Kabayan’ Noli De Castro and Ted Failon was also named Best Radio News Program, while Usapang De Campanilla was named Best Public Affairs Radio Program.
Anthony Taberna, meanwhile, was hailed Best Public Affairs Radio Host for the news and commentary program Dos Por Dos.
In light of these victories, DZMM continues to thank listeners and viewers via Radyo Panalo promo that will run until the end of the year.
Every day, DZMM anchors give away transistor radios in different barangays to those who correctly answer the question of the day.
For the latest news and commentary, tune in to DZMM Radyo Patrol Sais Trenta, the no.1 AM radio station in Mega Manila, DZMM TeleRadyo (SkyCable Channel 26), or via online live streaming on dzmm.com.ph.
For updates, follow @DZMMTeleradyo on Twitter, or like www.facebook.com/DZMMTeleRadyo.
Susan admonishes daughter to fight
It was past midnight when Susan Roces went to her daughter’s house after Comelec ruled Senator Grace Poe was not qualified to run for presidency in 2016 based on evidence submitted by a petitioner.
Roces was from the taping of Ang Probinsyano. She heard the decision on the radio when the cast was on a dinner break during the taping of the series adapted from Fernando Poe Jr.’s film of the same title.
“As a mother she only wanted to give me a big hug and moral support during those times,” Poe recalled in an interview on the radio the day after the Comelec handed down the decision.
She recalls her mother telling her that the same problems her father faced in 2004 when he ran for president. These kind of sacrifices are worth every bit of it when her desire to help her fellow Filipinos is burning.
“My mother taught me to be brave and her coming over to my house to be with me and to tell me that these things are not new as my father also hurdled the same,” the senator said.
“Sabi niya worth it naman ito eh. Kasi kung saka-sakaling ikaw ay pagpalain at sabihin ng Diyos na ikaw ay karapat-dapat para dyan, ang dami mong pwedeng tulungan,” added Grace.
The senator is hoping the Supreme Court would allow her to run, just like her father, and let the people make their own decision.
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Ningning actress is Best New Female TV Personality
A serious health scare rocks the simple and happy life of Ningning (Jana Agoncillo) as she begins to experience blurry vision in the top-rating Kapamilya tanghali serye.
After a series of colorful and memorable moments in her young life, Ningning begins to deal with a very serious health threat when she tells her best friend Macmac (John Steven de Guzman) that her eyesight is getting blurry. Ningning’s revelation also worries her father Dondon (Ketchup Eusebio) who plans to have Ningning’s eyesight checked by a doctor.
The health bout Ningning is facing is not far from the serious health condition of six-year-old Ashley, the little girl diagnosed with bone marrow cancer and epidermolysis bullosa whom Jana portrayed last week in MMK.
Because of Jana’s touching performance in the heartrending episode, MMK earned the fourth spot in the list of the most-watched weekend programs nationwide on Nov. 28. The episode also garnered a rating of 25.7 percent, according to Kantar Media.
Jana’s titular role also continues to captivate audiences since it remains as the most-watched morning weekday program nationwide.
Based on data from Kantar Media, it scored a national TV rating of 15.7 percent for November versus GMA’s Princess in the Palace’s 11.8 percent.
Jana also received another recognition for her stellar acting as she was named as Best New Female TV Personality in the 29th PMPC Star Awards for Television. She bested older actresses in her category including Loisa Andalio, Maine Mendoza, Mariz Racal, MJ Lastimosa, and Stephanie Yamut.
Will Jana continue to wow audiences with her drama skills as her character Ningning faces a big battle in her young life? Will the spark in Ningning’s eyes eventually fade or will her serious health scare be prevented?
Ningning airs weekdays before It’s Showtime on ABS-CBN.
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Metro’s all-female designers fashion show on Lifestyle
Metro’s all-female designers fashion show Metrowear Luxe, will air exclusively on Lifestyle on Dec.11, 9:30 p.m., to introduce more Filipinos to rising Filipino female designers making waves in the fashion industry.
Metrowear Luxe recently celebrated the distinct fashion aesthetics of Charina Sarte, Rosanna Ocampo, Sassa Jimenez, Maureen Disini, and Vania Romoff –five rising Flipino female designers receiving recognitions for their talent.
Metro editor-in-chief Sarah Meier said the idea behind Metrowear Luxe is to celebrate female designers.
“It has been a while since we celebrated a female designer, that’s why we decided to do a group show and celebrate all-female designers who are really starting to crank up the pace and momentum in the fashion industry.”
She added, “We really wanted to represent all types of women in Metrowear Luxe and all the designs that were showcased by the designers represented that.”
Sarah also praised young designer Rosenthal Tee who opened the show with her modern minimalist aesthetic designs, saying that Rosenthal “will do really well in the industry.”
Manila’s high society and famous personalities also graced Metrowear Luxe including Heart Evangelista, Tweetie de Leon-Gonzalez, Isabelle Daza, Kiana Valenciano, BJ Pascual, Janine Gutierrez, Kelsey Merritt, Phoemela Barranda, Nicole Ortega, Raymond Guttierez, and Tim Yap, among others.
Metro is a premiere fashion and lifestyle magazine in the country that aims to empower women in Philippine fashion. It is one of the titles published every month by ABS-CBN Publishing, Inc.