"Ang Tanging Ina, Last Na ‘To" takes day 4; “Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote” still no.1 over all

Star Cinema's "Ang Tanging Ina, Last Na ‘To" delivered good gross result in Day 4 (December 28) of the 2010 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). Ai Ai delas Alas' movie overtakes fantasy action-comedy movie “Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote”, taking the Day 4 top spot with Php 13.6 million while the team up of Bossing Vic and Senator Bong raked in another Php 12 million.

Despite the slight declined of the gross result “Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote”, it remains at he no.1 spot in total gross.

Unofficial Second day gross of MMFF entries via PEP Scoopbox:

1. Ang Tanging Ina, Last Na ‘To – P13.6 million

2. Si Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote – P12 million

3. Dalaw – P7.5 million

4. Shake Rattle & Roll XII – P3.6 million

5. RPG: Metanoia – P1.9 million

6. Rosario – P1.4 million

7. Super Inday and the Golden Bibe – P0.9 million

8. Father Jejemon – P0.6 million

Unofficial Total gross of MMFF entries via PEP Scoopbox:

1. Si Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote – P86.7 million

2. Ang Tanging Ina, Last Na ‘To – P67.9 million

3. Dalaw – P40.6 million

4. Shake Rattle & Roll XII – P29.1 million

5. RPG: Metanoia – P15.3 million

6. Super Inday and the Golden Bibe – P10.9 million

7. Rosario – P9 million

8. Father Jejemon – P3.8 million

2010 MMFF Day 2: “Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote” on top; “Ang Tanging Ina Mo (Last na 'To)” still in second

The standings for the second day (December 26, 2010) of the eight movie entries for 2010 Metro Manila Film Festival’s (MMFF) remains and still leading the pack is the fantasy action-comedy movie “Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote” starring the two kings of MMFF, Bong Revilla and Vic Sotto with P27 million, totaling to P58 million. Star Cinema's "Ang Tanging Ina, Last Na ‘To" raked in P18 million, totaling to P38 million.

Unofficial Second day gross of MMFF entries via PEP Scoopbox:

1. Si Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote – P27 million (total: P58 million)

2. Ang Tanging Ina, Last Na ‘To – P18 million (total: P38 million)

3. Dalaw – P11 million (total: P23.5 million)

4. Shake Rattle & Roll XII – P8.1 million (total: P19.9 million)

5. RPG: Metanoia – P4.8 million (total: P9.9 million)

6. Super Inday and the Golden Bibe – P3.2 million (total: P7.9 million)

7. Rosario – P2.5 million (total: P5.7 million)

8. Father Jejemon – P1 million (total: P2.4 million)

“Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote” tops 2010 MMFF Day 1; “Ang Tanging Ina Mo (Last na 'To)” in second

The movie entries for 2010 Metro Manila Film Festival’s (MMFF) delivered good opening box-office numbers soaring to P80 million surpassing last year’s earnings of P70 million.

The powerhouse combination of Senator Bong Revilla and Vic Sotto via the fantasy action-comedy movie “Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote” tops day 1 (December 25) of MMFF with P31 million. Star Cinema's “Ang Tanging Ina Mo (Last na 'To)” starring Ai-Ai de las Alas came in second with P20 million. Kris Aquino's horror flick "Dalaw" ranked third with P12.5 million.

Unofficial first day gross of MMFF entries via PEP Scoopbox:

1. Si Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote – P31 million

2. Ang Tanging Ina, Last Na ‘To – P20 million

3. Dalaw – P12.5 million

4. Shake Rattle & Roll XII – P11.8 million

5. RPG: Metanoia – P5.1 million

6. Super Inday and the Golden Bibe – P4.7 million

7. Rosario – P3.2 million

8. Father Jejemon – P1.4 million

2010 MMFF: "Ang Tanging Ina Mo, Last Na 'To" Trailer & Poster

Star Cinema has released the official poster and the latest trailer for the upcoming holiday comedy "Ang Tanging Ina Mo, Last Na 'To" starring Ai-Ai de las Alas as she reprise her role as Ina Montecillo.

"Ang Tanging Ina Mo, Last Na 'To" is the 3rd installment of the“ Tanging Ina” film franchise and probably the last. It is also the official entry for 2010 Metro Manila Film Festival.

Originals cast will be back that includes Eugene Domingo, Marvin Agustin, Nikki Valdez, Carlo Aquino, Alwyn Uytingco, Shaina Magdayao, Marc Acueza, Serena Dalrymple, Jiro Manio, Yuuki Kadooka, Janella and Bianca Calma but sadly to say Heart Evangelista failed to join the film. The grandchildren will be played by Owie Boy Gapuz and Xyriel Anne Manabat.

Directed by Wenn V. Deramas and it will hit the theaters December 25, 2010.

[Photo & Video courtesy by Star Cinema]

2010 MMFF: Ai-Ai de las Alas' "Ang Tanging Ina Mo, Last Na 'To" - promotional photo

Star Cinema has released the teaser promotional photo of comedienne Ai-Ai de las Alas as she reprise her role as Ina Montecillo in the upcoming holiday comedy "Ang Tanging Ina Mo, Last Na 'To", official entry for 2010 Metro Manila Film Festival.

This is the 3rd installment of the“ Tanging Ina” film franchise. After raising her children and became an ex-President, Ina Montecilio ( Ai-Ai)  will now face the life of a grandmother.

Originals cast will be back including Eugene Domingo but sadly to say Heart Evangelista failed to join the film.

Directed by Wenn V. Deramas and it will hit the theaters December 25, 2010.

[Photo courtesy by Star Cinema]

Kim Chiu & Ai Ai delas Alas "Maling Akala" - New Trailer

ABS-CBN primetiime princess Kim Chiu is teaming up with Philippines' comedy queen Ai Ai delas Alas in an upcoming episode for ABS-CBN’s weekly series Your Song Presents "Maling Akala" premiering on July 25.

"Maling Akala" circles on how a mother and daughter stick with each other even through worst scenarios.

An incident pushes Buena (Delas Alas) and Yen (Chiu) to take on different personas only because they were mistaken to be someone they’re not. Their pretension leads to more trouble, causing a chain of conflict which they have to deal with eventually. -ABSCBN

Other cast includes Jon Arcilla, Alex Castro and Van Pojas.

I'm sure this episode will be hilarious!

First teaser Click HERE.

Kim Chiu & Ai Ai delas Alas for "Your Song Presents: Maling Akala" - teaser trailer

ABS-CBN primetiime princess Kim Chiu is teaming up with Philippines' comedy queen Ai Ai delas Alas in an upcoming episode for ABS-CBN’s weekly series Your Song Presents, "Maling Akala" (working title).

It seems the teaser shows Ai Ai and Kim as Mother-daughter tandem mistaken for wealthy socialites or maybe vice versa.

Noynoy Aquino and an all-star cast for ‘Hindi Ka Nag-iisa’ Music Video

The election campaign fever are now pumping up! Celebrities are now laying down their cards on the candidates that thew will support and entrust the future of the Philippines.

A political campaign-music video in support for Noynoy Aquino was unveiled yesterday which shows deep emotions and a promise of hope for a better tomorrow.

The music video features an all-star cast from the kapamilya and kapuso network: Kris Aquino, Sharon Cuneta, Boy Abunda (who jump from Manny Villar to Noynoy), Ogie Alcasid, Dingdong Dantes, Marian Rivera, Anne Curtis, Bea Alonzo, James Yap, Aiai delas Alas, Mariel Rodriguez, Bianca Gonzales and many more..

Helm by Onat Diaz and Regine Velazquez sung the theme song "Hindi ka nag-iisa".

Watch the music video below... Two thumbs up!!

Ai-Ai delas Alas will rest longer due to kidney infection

It seems former beauty queen Charlene Gonzales will stay more longer as the temporary co-host of Ruffa Gutierrez.

Comedienne Ai-Ai delas Alas is now being advised by FEU-NRMF doctors to take a rest for at least five days due to acute kidney infection and inflammation of the stomach.

According to SNN: Showbiz News Ngayon, the morning show host is suffering from “acute pyelonephritis and acute gastritis.”

On the medical bulletin issued by Dr. Lerie V. Chan, “She is closely being monitored and observed and is expected to be better in the days to come".

Reportedly, they suspected that the raw food that she ate in Japan might have triggered her stomach ache.

Withe her absence, her humor will be surely miss.

Sharon Cuneta and Ai-Ai delas Alas in a movie for Mother's Day

Two of Philippines box office queen are joining together to star in a forthcoming film for Star Cinema for its Mother’s Day offering.

Award winning actress Sharon Cuneta and Comedy queen Ai-Ai delas Alas will be playing as best friends in this comedy flick which is schedule to shoot this month. The said film has no title yet.

Only revealed named included in the cast are John Estrada, Candy Pangilinan, Chokoleit and it will be directed by Wenn Deramas.

actress Ruffa Gutierrez and Ai-Ai delas Alas will invade your daytime with "Ruffa & Ai"

ABS-CBN daytime programming will parade a new tandem in February, actress Ruffa Gutierrez will be partnered with Philippines' comedy Queen Ai-Ai delas Alas as they host a new talk show called, "Ruffa & Ai".

Their filling up the timeslot of "Boy & Kris" who are now shifted to primetime. "Ruffa & Ai" will air in February 16.

Ai-Ai delas Alas confirmed “Tanging Ina 3: OFW” for MMFF 2009

After the blockbuster movie success of two "Tanging ina" franchise, Ai-Ai delas Alas confirmed that she will again reprise the role and she will do the third installment of the comedy-family flick.

After becoming a Martyr in the first movie, a mother turned President in the second, she reveals that the third part is entitled “Tanging Ina 3: OFW”, it will be the official entry of Star Cinema to the 2009's Metro Manila Film Festival.

This means part of the scenes will be shot abroad. Another funny and sure hit for Ai-Ai delas Ala and the rest of the cast.

"Ang Tanging Ina N’yong Lahat" reached P171 million after 14 days

Ai-Ai delas Alas once again proved that she can topped the Metro Manila Film Festival with the movie "Ang Tanging Ina N’yong Lahat" of Star Cinema. The total gross reached to P171 million.

TVJ's Iskul Bukol: 20 Years After is the second film that reached the Php 100 million mark for this festival.

Below are the official ranking of the eight MMFF entries and their total grosses during the 14-day film festival.

1. Ang Tanging Ina N’yong Lahat (Star Cinema) — P171-M,

2. Iskul Bukol: 20 Years After (M-Zet, OctoArts Films and APT Productions) — P107-M,

3. Shake, Rattle & Roll X (Regal Films) — P68-M,

4. Desperadas 2 (Regal Films) — P50-M,

5. Baler (Viva Films and Bida Foundation) — P36-M,

6. One Night Only (Canary Films)— P11-M,

7. Dayo (Cutting Edge Productions) — P5.6-M, and

8. Magkaibigan (Maverick Films) — P2.1-M.

[via Philstar]

2008 MMFF update: “Ang Tanging Ina N’yong Lahat” total gross 102.5 million, seven days

On the latest update on the 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) box office result, Ai Ai delas Alas' “Ang Tanging Ina N’yong Lahat” by Star Cinema still leads the ticket sales and it reached the P100 million mark after seven days of showing.

According to official MMFF executive committee, the festival total gross reached P284 million or 32 percent higher than the first seven-day take last year.

Here's the update:

1. Ang Tanging Ina N’yong Lahat - 102.5 million
2. Iskul Bukol… 20 Years After - 72.6 million
3. Shake Rattle and Roll X - 45.7 million
4. Desperadas 2 - 27.3 million
5. Baler - 24.5 million
6. One Night Only - 5.7 million
7. Dayo - 4.1 million
8. Magkaibigan - 1.6 million

UPDATE: 2nd day of Metro Manila Film Festival 2008 box-office result

The blockbuster family comedy flick of Star Cinema’s “Ang Tanging Ina N’yong Lahat” continues to dominate the box office results. The two day's earning reached to Php 133.7 million, 37 percent higher than last year.

With the result of yesterday's awards night, the moviegoers curiosity will boost up the ticket sales.

“Ang Tanging Ina N’yong Lahat” bagged the 2nd Best Picture Award while the night goes to the period film "Baler", took home 10 festival awards.

1. Ang Tanging Ina N’yong Lahat - Php 41 million
2. Iskul Bukol… 20 Years After - Php 35.6 million
3. Shake Rattle and Roll X - Php 22.9 million
4. Baler - Php 15.2 million
5. Desperadas 2 - Php 12.5 million
6. One Night Only - Php 2.7 million
7. Dayo - Php 2.2 million
8. Magkaibigan - Php 1 million

Star Cinema’s “Ang Tanging Ina Niyong Lahat” topped the 1st day of the 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival

The battle in the box office has now started. The first day ticket sales of the 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) are now released.

Taking the to spot is Star Cinema’s “Ang Tanging Ina Niyong Lahat” with P20.9 million in ticket sales nationwide. Followed by M-Zet Productions’ “Iskul Bukol 20 Years Later” starring Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey de Leon, earning P18.9 million.

MMFF’s executive committee said the film festival’s total earnings Thursday reached P68.6 million, up 13.4 percent from last year.

Checkout below the earnings of all the MMFF entry- 1st day....

1. Ang Tanging Ina N’yong Lahat - 20.9 million pesos
2. Iskul Bukol… 20 Years After - 18.9 million pesos
3. Shake Rattle and Roll X - 13.1 million pesos
4. Desperadas 2 - 7.0 million pesos
5. Baler - 5.3 million pesos
6. One Night Only - 1.5 million pesos
7. Dayo - 1.2 million pesos
8. Magkaibigan - 0.6 million pesos

"Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat" international screening dates

Many are now anticipating that the sequel "Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat" will surpass the blockbuster success of the first "Tanging Ina" movie in 2003. It is graded B by the Cinema Evaluation Board.

Aside from scheduled showing this Christmas for the 34th Metro Manila Film Festival, they also released the international screening dates of the movie [BELOW].

Dec 25 - January 9, 2009
Micronesia Mall, Guam

Jan 2 - 9
Parkway Plaza Stadium 12, Seattle

Jan 2 - 9
Regal Village Square Stadium, Las Vegas

Jan 2 - 9
UA Hortonplaza, San Diego

Jan 2 - 9
UA Stonestown Twin, San Francisco

Ai-Ai de las Alas' "Ang Tanging Ina Ninyong Lahat" trailer - 2008 MMFF entry

The movie that gave recognition to Ai-Ai de las Alas as one of the top comedienne in the Philippines has a sequel.

Expecting another box office hit, "Ang Tanging Ina Ninyong Lahat" is the much anticipated sequel to the box-office hit “Ang Tanging Ina” of 2003. This upcoming movie is Star Cinema's entry for the 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival.

Aside of from her growing children in the movie, the film sequel continues her her adventure of being role model ending up being the President of the Philippines, as in Inang Bayan. With her duties as the mother of a country, Ai-Ai dilemma is her duties to her children.

Cast still includes Carlo Aquino, Alwyn Uytingco, Shaina Magdayao, Serena Dalrymple, Jiro Manio, Yuki Kadaoka, Eugene Domingo, DJ Durano, Bianca and Janella Calma and Gloria Diaz.

Heart Evangelista who is now working in GMA network is not included in this sequel.

Wenn Deramas once again is directing this upcoming box office hit.

Marriage counseling for Kris Aquino and James Yap

Kris Aquino's friend/manager Boy Abunda confirmed that Kris and husband PBA player James Yap is indeed split for a while but was able to patch things up and now under marriage counseling.

Reportedly, Kris and James short break-up is due to Kris cameo appearance on Ai Ai delas Alas‘ upcoming movie “Ang Tanging Ina Ninyong Lahat” without consulting her husband.


Apparently, James still has unfinished business with Ai Ai delas Alas on the Kris Aquino-James-Hope Centeno allege infidelity controversy. In that situation, Ai Ai delas Alas is vocal on her stand and she gave unsolicited advise/joke “Isoli mo muna si James sa nanay niya (You return James to her mother).”

video courtesy of GMA