Days after it was released on the online digital media store iTunes, GMA’s Christmas station ID theme song titled “MaGMAhalan Tayo Ngayong Pasko” became no.1 among iTunes PH top singles.
Sung by the Pambansang Bae Alden Richards, it is also reached no. 27 on iTunes Singapore and no. 58 on iTunes Macau.
The single, released by GMA Records, is available for download and streaming worldwide. Proceeds go to GMA Kapuso Foundation’s Typhoon Lando relief efforts.
The song generated buzz on social media for its upbeat and catchy tune, as well as its positive and uplifting message.
Twitter user Amy Zulueta shared, “Great job! Short but meaningful! Listen to the lyrics and understand its message.”
With each download turning into a donation, Kapuso netizens all over the world also expressed gratitude to GMA for the chance to help marginalized Filipinos. “Thank you for giving us the opportunity to help others thru this!” says Instagram user janeybuena.
A certified hit whether on screen or on radio airwaves with his solo album under GMA Records titled Wish I May recently reaching Platinum status, netizens also commended Alden for his rendition of the Christmas station ID theme song. Facebook user Juliet Regulto posted, “Ang ganda ng pagkakanta. May puso talaga, nakakaiyak. God bless Alden. More blessings to come. Stay humble.”
The 2015 GMA Christmas station ID continues to touch hearts worldwide as it reminds viewers of the true meaning of the Christmas season – to love one another.
To download a copy of the single, “MaGMAhalan Tayo Ngayong Pasko,” visit www.iTunes.com.
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And then there was eight
After Kevin Sagra, Analyn Barro bade StarStruck goodbye last Friday. It was an emotional end of her journey in the artista search.
06 Avery Paraiso 07 Migo Adecer 08 Klea Pineda
Those saved in last Friday’s elimination were Arra San Agustin, Elyson de Dios, Jay Arcilla, Liezel Lopez, Ayra Mariano, Klea Pineda, Migo Adecer, and Avery Paraiso.
This week they are into method acting. Their immersion will be in a marketplace and a landfill. Now, we will see who will pull it through under the tutorship of actress Jean Garcia.
I just hope the public votes for the candidate who they think will make it in the business and go the way of those we hardly see now on screen.
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Snippets
Kristoffer Martin’s birthday surprise
On Nov. 20, Kristoffer Martin celebrated his birthday, but the biggest surprise he got was something that his parents gave him. He couldn’t thank them any less.
Zoren Legaspi’s message to wife
It has been three years since Zoren Legaspi and Carmina Villarroel got married. The Marimar star, of course, didn’t forget. So he greeted her via Instagram with this message,
“In papers it’s our 3rd year Anniversary but in truth, we have been together for 17 years and going stronger every day. Meron Forever!”
Megan Young wants Mikael Daez in a love team
Mikael Daez admitted he enjoyed working with Megan Young in Dangwa. The feeling is mutual, according to Megan. In the years that they have been friends, that was the only time they were given the chance to be together in one show. The two are hoping that wasn’t the first and neither the last.
Gardo Versoza in The Half Sisters
Gardo Versoza is now in The Half Sisters as Dr. Santi, the psychiatrist of Rina (Jean Garcia) who will eventually fall for her. ‘But Dr. Santi has a secret that could spell trouble in the family.
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Piolo Pascual presenter at 43rd Int’l Emmy Awards
ABS-CBN President, Chief Content Officer, and CEO Charo Santos-Concio will open the 43rd International Emmy Awards today in New York City as part of her duties as the Gala Chair this year.
In an interview with TV Patrol, Charo expressed how overwhelmed she is to have been given by the iEmmys board the rare opportunity to host the biggest gathering of creative, production people, and talents from different parts of the world.
“I didn’t expect that I would be given this chance to be really of service to our Kapamilya, to our kababayans—to be able to represent our country and my company with pride and honor,” Charo said.
She also shared how much confidence she has in Filipino talent, especially in the field of broadcasting.
“A lot of Filipinos have great stories to tell about our Filipino spirit of strength and resilience. And I really hope more of our shows would be recognized by the international community. I’m sure five to ten years from now Filipino content will be as big as content from other parts of the world,” she explained.
Joining Charo in New York is Piolo Pascual, who was invited by the iEmmy’s as presenter. Piolo joins the ranks of international stars such as Michael Douglas, Tovah Feldshuh of The Walking Dead, Patina Miller of The Hunger Games, and Lea DeLaria of Orange is the New Black who were also named as presenters in this year’s gala.
“It’s really overwhelming. This is something new for me and I’m just excited to be there and represent the country with Tita Charo. I’m really excited because we’re carrying the flag of the Philippines,” said Piolo.
The 43rd International Emmy Awards, to be hosted by Egyptian satirist Bassem Youssef, will be held at the New York Hilton Hotel.
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Juan Tamad Season 2
After saving her lady love Marie (Max Collins), new adventures await Juan (Sef Cadayona) in the second season of the hit comedy show Juan Tamad, Sunday afternoons on GMA-7.
Along with his blooming love life, Juan is set to face new adventures as he decides to go back to school. And serving as a special motivation for Juan is having Marie as one of his teachers.
Juan Tamad’s second season premiered 4:45 p.m. yesterday.