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Nandito Ako: David Archuleta, Jasmine Curtis-Smith and Eula Caballero Soon on TV5

Hannah — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:02:56 +0000

In the tradition of producing high quality mini-seryes, TV5 brings another highly anticipated primetime program, Nandito Ako, starring international Kapatid star David Archuleta alongside the network’s home-grown princesses Jasmine Curtis Smith and Eula Caballero. Helmed by popular director Mac Alejandre, the series about young love will premiere this February 20 (Monday) on TV5 primetime.

After the critically-acclaimed Sa Ngalan ng Ina (topbilled by the one and only Superstar, Ms. Nora Aunor) paved the way for the mini-serye format in Philippine television, the Kapatid Network embarks on another series that will capture the interest of younger viewers and the whole family alike. Apart from the three lead stars, the series is also a collaboration of some of the biggest names in the industry, including Gelli de Belen, Aiko Melendez, and comeback actress, G Tongi. G Tongi admits that it was the offer to do Nandito Ako which prompted her to return to the Philippines after settling down in the United States a few years back.

As the American Idol Season 7 runner-up who became an international singing sensation, David Archuleta has earned an even stronger following both here and abroad when the TV5 released the teaser of his rendition of the Nandito Ako’s theme song of the same title, composed by Aaron Paul del Rosario and popularized by Ogie Alcasid and Lea Salonga.

As evidenced by the rave reception on the series’ characters both online (frequently landing on Twitter Philippines trending topics) and offline (high crowd attendance in mall shows), Nandito Ako is poised to be another top-rating show of TV5.

Nandito Ako will tell the story of young love, its joys and pains, among Josh (David Archuleta), Holly (Eula Caballero) and Anya (Jasmine Curtis Smith). Josh is an international singer who holds his final leg of concerts in the Philippines. This venture is also a quest to find his real identity, a thing that has been hidden from for a long time. He will meet Holly through one of the promotional activities of his concert. The innocent hearts will brew romance and will soon learn the ways of love. But love has its twists and turns and they’ll soon uncover realities that will change their hearts and minds. Anya, a boyish and carefree lass, is Holly’s bestfriend. With a twist of fate, will Josh fall for Anya instead?

Completing the cast of Nandito Ako are Alwyn Uytingco, Ana Capri, Mon Confiado, Ana Feleo, Joseph Bitangcol, RS Francisco, David Bianco, Byron Ortile, and Ms. Perla Bautista.

Don’t miss the premiere episode of Nandito Ako starring David Archuleta, Jasmine Curstis-Smith and Eula Caballero starting Monday (February 20) after Wil Time Bigtime on TV5.

On Being Beautiful

Hannah — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 03:20:59 +0000

A person who has good thoughts cannot ever be ugly. You can have a wonky nose and a crooked mouth and a double chin and stick-out teeth, but if you have good thoughts they will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely. ~Roald Dahl

Just a quick thought for today. I’m so inspired about David Archuleta’s positive outlook on life. He brightens up the room. His positivity is contagious. No wonder his fans are very supportive of him. Beautiful, inside and out.

Follow his journey here in the Philippines at FollowArchuleta.ph

Now, it’s your turn to spread the love and hate no more

Zouk Night Out Malaysia

Hannah — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 02:33:38 +0000

After the Nuffnang Asia Pacific Blog Awards, we headed to a famous night club in Malaysia – Zouk! I’ve heard of this club from friends and their blog posts and I was really excited to finally land my party feet on Zouk!

We had free passes and drinks courtesy of Nuffnang and one of their sponsor Heineken.

We were all honestly tired after the 12-hour trip and the NAPBAS ceremony proper. But, we all decided we will only be together in Malaysia just for 3 days and if we let this moment pass by, it will definitely be gone!

And so we went to party! We rode the Nuffnang bus and traveled to KL – Zouk! It was another 30 minute ride at 12 midnight! I took a nap at the bus to recharge.

Most of us wore heels and oh the achy achy feet! Good thing we had a VIP room!

While waiting for the bus, some snacked on some Malaysian street food! Yum! I was too tired to walk at that time.. But oh well, here’s to the fun memories!

I realize I didn’t get a lot of photos from my own cam, but compiling these photos from friends just to save them down the memory lane

*Photo from Tin Iglesias

Me holding a Heineken.

Outside Zouk

Me, Jane, Tracy and Noelle

from Trixie’s cam: Trixie, Nikki, Angela, Janey and me!

Me and Angela! Wishing our friend Kristel was with us.

I think that’s all of the photos I have for now @__@

It was one fun night and I hope this happens again!

Ilvoeyougaiz!!!

xoxo,

Flaircandy

Twilight Saga Breaking Dawn Part 1 Sneak Peek of Renesmee Cullen

Hannah — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 16:37:53 +0000

This is the short review for Twilight Saga Breaking Dawn Part 1 that I shared on Rotten Tomatoes:

Just watched the advanced screening, thanks to Mellow 94.7! I don’t know why it’s rotten in rotten tomatoes but overall, I enjoyed the movie. Maybe because I wasn’t expecting too much – it still had that cute giddy moments… the only thing I don’t like is the dialogue – which was so cheesy (as like the book) but the story is great for me… a lot of chaos in the family… I think it’s a must-see, just so that you won’t be left out with the hype and know what everyone is talking about… oh, and the new character (spoilers alert) is pretty – I can’t wait to see more of her in part 2.

Sorry Twilight haters, I enjoyed the movie! I am not a Twihard fan but I read 3 books and I read it at that time to cope up with a heartbreak – and everything in that book was so relatable to my experience before (LOL). For me, Twilight is a great story but it really has cheesy dialogues that they also adapted in the movie. Although, some dialogues are a bit witty and funny too.

Enough of the review and on to more stuff in store for the Twilight Saga Universe.

Anyway, I think one of the stars you need to look out for is 10-year old Mackenzie Foy. She will be Bella and Edward’s daughter. This girl is already a model at her age for big brands like Polo, Ralph Lauren and others.

I am not sure if Mackenzie Foy is also that girl who played Renesmee’s future flashforward towards the end – that girl was really pretty but she looked more mature than a 10 year old. Will you find out for me please? I looked at IMDB and so far, Mackenzie Foy was the one officially named there.

She actually reminds me of the young Lana Lang from Smallville. She looks a lot like Kristine Kreuk too.

Anyway, I don’t want to give too much details and spoilers but I’m so excited to see part 2. Breaking Dawn is the only book I haven’t read yet from the Twilight saga so I don’t know what’s going to happen next. Until then, I will wait… Or probably get that book and read it. We’ll see

Here are more photos of Mackenzie Foy / Renesmee Cullen

Samba Party with BlueWater Day Spa 6th Year Anniversary

Hannah — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 08:44:28 +0000

Congratulations BlueWater Day Spa for a successful celebration of their 6th Year Anniversary!

They introduced their new pool of Brand Advocates that include Go-getters, Movers, Visionaries and people who are beautiful inside and out.

Their new Brand Advocates include:

Illiac Diaz – Model Innovator / Founder – My Shelter Foundation

Angelo Ortiz – World Champion Pianist / Recording Artist

Conrad Perreras – CEO / SPAI

Reese Fernandez – Young Achiever / President Rags2Riches Foundation

Bianca Mercado – CFO Business World

Kiko Rustia – Host / Chef / Adventurer

Andy Leuterio – Fitness Coach / Sports Writer-Editor / Triathlete

Mikaela Lagdameo-Martinez – Career Mom / Model / Entrepreneur

They also launched new Massages for Infant and Pregnancy.

Check out more about their new services at their official website:

http://bluewaterdayspa.com/

Had to dance on the spot… they taught us how to samba!

and of course, models from Brazil!

Karylle with lovely long legs

Karylle and Vince sang together “You’ve got a friend”

I had slight fever that night… glad I’m okay now

More Pictures:

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‘Til the next party!

xoxo,

Flaircandy

Boracay Halloween at Epic, Summer Place and Exit Bar

Hannah — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 11:37:44 +0000

It was my first time celebrating Halloween in Boracay!

I felt a little bit secure this time seeing lots of Police in every corner of the island. They were wearing comfy uniforms with light blue collared shirts and comfy shorts. But still I heard there were still some minor incidents reported.

Anyway, it’s the island of fun and I was there to witness if it’s true that people do dress up like crazy here!

I was so excited and was ready with my costume at 7pm…

I was disappointed that no one was dressed-up and I didn’t want to go sooo overdressed and so I dressed down and just wore my wings (minus the wig and the sexy shorts).

Then at around 11pm – people walked around in body paint, horror makeup and awesome costumes! I was happy that people are so into it!

Our first destination was in Summer Place Boracay, Vince and Tracy had to host an event there and at Exit bar. We went back and forth the island and my oh my it was foot traffic! Then we stayed at summer place because the reggae band Chocolate Republic performed and maaaan it was the awesomest!!! It was crazy and reggae is just a happy music – everyone was high with the season.

Then we went to Exit bar to celebrate Boracay rum’s party. Their theme was disco and retro. I saw a little bit of shaggedelic spy Austin Powers and lots of Afro hairs! It was cute.

Then our last stop was at Epic Boracay. Their theme was pirates! Vince had to host impromptu they awarded people the best costumes in different categories – it was a BLAST! I was supposed to change into a pirate costume but Vince said I looked nothing like a pirate… but I shouldn’t have listened to him lol

anyway here are the photos <3

Me and my pink wings

Vince and his Angry BIRD!

Check it out! Fellow blogger badudets spotted!

Vince and Tracy of Mellow 94.7′s Wakeup Show hosting the event. This guy is supposedly dressed as Vin Diesel! Pwede!

Hottie Wonder Woman and oh my Superman!

The Chocolate Factory! Woot-woot!

Seriously, I don’t need drugs to get me high – I just need reggae music and this is me caught in the act

Spotted: Manny Pacquiao multitasking! Preparing for his next fight with Marquez and partying at Summer Place Boracay – WHUUUT!

The hotties at EPIC ^_^

These dudes won Best Group Costume!!! another PACMAN in the house!

Sexy Adam and Eve won BEST Couple

EPIC Halloween Party was graced by Tim Yap himself to award the winners!

When you’re in a beach Halloween party, LESS is BEST! This guy won best in male costume

Flying with my fake wings! I found a pole by the beach!!!

at the end of the night – I had a Chuckie moment!

So, I’m not sure where to celebrate next year. Hong Kong maybe, I heard Lan Kwai Fong has pretty good parties! Will see about that

xoxo,
FlairCandy

Johnnie Walker Ambassador Mika Hakkinen Driving in Manila

Hannah — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 06:24:25 +0000

Hi guys! Last night I was at Prive where Mika Hakkinen graced us with his presence to promote their campaign “Don’t drink and drive”.

Mika Hakkinen is one of the greatest drivers in the world of Formula 1. He is from Finland, same country where my other F1 favorite driver hails – Kimi Raikkonen.

Here are videos and photos of him celebrating at Prive club at Fort Strip. He drove a lucky Johnnie Walker Gold Pass winner around Manila! LUCKY GUY!

Here’s a video of Mika Hakkinen exiting Prive club to a Mercedes Benz car! Inside, the F1 legend himself at the back of the wheel and the lucky winner in the passenger seat!

Other pictures of the event:

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I will be attending a private press con today and will update you with everything!!! I have prepared interesting questions for the interview so do watch out for it

xoxo,

Flaircandy

ZZOOOOOM!

YouTube Philippines Launch

Hannah — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 15:37:06 +0000

I will remember YouTube’s anniversary date for their official launch in the Philippines because it is the same day as my birthday!

YouTube can throw a hellovapartey!!!

We were all entertained by live performances of MoyMoy Palaboy, Greyhoundz and Rivermaya. Also, they showed a video about international artists congratulating YouTube for its opening here in Manila.

Get the flash player here: http://www.adobe.com/flashplayer

No Other Woman

Hannah — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 07:52:01 +0000

Two beautiful ladies, one hunky!

Derek Ramsay, Christine Reyes and Anne Curtis

When it comes to local Pinoy movies, I try not to watch the trailer at all. Because most of the time they kinda give out everything. I’m glad I didn’t watch the trailer because I had no clue at all what’s going to happen.

But if you insist, here’s the trailer. Don’t say I didn’t warn you

My Review of No Other Woman

I was shocked that the seats were full on a Wednesday afternoon. Take note, there were still offices at that time… and so we had to buy tickets for the evening instead which was almost full too.

It’s a movie about temptation.

In an adult world, this mostly happens now. And I know a lot of people can relate making this movie quite popular. Aside from an all-star cast people enjoyed the remarkable lines throughout the movie.

I say don’t criticize this movie too much, just enjoy and watch. I found myself laughing too even though this movie is a drama.

Notable lessons in life:

- When you cheat, it’s a stress fest!

- If you want drama – then cheat!

- Temptation lurks and rises when you are vulnerable.

- But these things are always fun only in the beginning.

- Someone’s always gonna be hurt, including you. So you have to choose.

- Don’t play with emotions – this world now has a lot of crazy people you never know what they’re gonna do

- Some say it’s not cheating unless you get caught – but hey hey, most of the time the other party senses your naughty deeds

- If you marry a man who cheats on his wife, you’ll be married to a man who cheats on his wife

- If you’re dating a guy who cheated on his girlfriend, you’ll be dating a guy who cheats on his girlfriend

Are you enlightened? or are you scared now lol.. I’m just kidding! Do you have any more quotable quotes regarding infidelity? Share in the comment section below and let’s have fun!

My favorite one: “Ang mundo ay isang malaking Quiapo, maraming snatcher! Maaagawan ka!

Amber Lounge Fashion Singapore 2011

Hannah — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 16:11:26 +0000

From the race track to the dance floor! Fashion, sports, music, rhythm and glamour all combined together!

Amber lounge is the hottest, most exclusive after party in the F1 world. It’s the party everyone’s looking forward to. Amber Lounge only happens in selected countries and Singapore is one of them! I dream to also experience Amber Lounge in Monaco!

Remember that scene in Iron Man 2 where Tony Spark used his portable suit of armor?

They were battling at the F1 race track! On another scene, you will see him partying at Monaco’s podium lounge. I just dream of joining celebrities all around the world in Amber Lounge and follow it wherever it goes.

This event is attended by the drivers/racers, sponsors, international models and even some hollywood celebrities and musicians – gathering together to wine and dine.

I absolutely want to rub shoulders with these VIPs and meet Michael Schumacher, Sebastian Vettel, Fernando Alonzo and cutie Nico Rosberg up close! They are my favorite F1 drivers! I hope I get invited to this event in my lifetime because this is the only thing I haven’t experienced in the world of F1 Singapore. This definitely is an addition to my list of things-to-do-before-I-die.

Amber Lounge is sure one exclusive party playground that you don’t want to miss if you can! I heard in the news that in 2010, drivers like Reubens Barichello had a blast and his testimonial was quotted in Amber Lounge’s official website.

For the second time, Amber Lounge Singapore will include Amber Lounge Fashion again this year! This is the second Amber Lounge fashion show that has ever happened outside of Monaco. Graced by world famous designer Herve Leger by Max Azria, the night will sure satisfy your fashion senses as they showcase their signature bandage dresses alongside F1 stars!

The party will be hosted by Sonia Irvine.
DATES: 24-25 September 2011
VENUE: Temasek Reflection (Waterfall behind Millenia Walk), just a few minutes walk from the Paddock, Ritz Carlton and Conrad hotels.
TIMES: 11:00 pm – 6:00am

Saturday:
Amber Lounge Fashion Show will start at around 11.30 pm, followed by the exceptional party for the F1 girls and Models within the heart of the club.

Sunday:
Is what it’s all about… the end of Grand Prix party is the preferred place to be for a number of F1 Drivers. Join their celebrations in style as the Champagne flows till the early hours!

CNN Go featured Amber Lounge Singapore as one of the Top 10 hit parties in a week of 2010!

If you want to join the glamour, check out Amber Lounge’s official website to check individual and corporate packages for you.

Experience Grand Prix Season Singapore by planning your luxurious sporting vacation now. Singapore Airlines offers all-in packages starting at USD 920/person. This special rate includes roundtrip economy class airfare with airport transfers, 3N/4D hotel acommodations, Philippine travel tax & fuel surchare and a FORMULA ONE race ticket (Zone 4 Walkabout Pass for 3 days).

If you bought your tickets already, lucky you! It’s going to be worth it guys, I always had fun covering the F1 in Singapore! If you haven’t yet, check out these links below to help you plan your Grand Prix Season Singapore experience:

To purchase your FORMULA ONE tickets go to www.singapore.sg

Singapore Airlines

For Grand Prix Season Singapore packages, refer to www.singaporeair.com

For more information about the Grand Prix Season Singapore, check out www.YourSingapore.com