The girl/guy/thing, you decide, in the above photo was a certified blockbuster hit at SM City Cebu’s Cyberzone Summer Festival held earlier! Scenestealer ang ateh mo! Todo yugyog! Kembotera! Eksenadora! Bumebecky-Aguila ang lola mo teh! Achieve na achieve n’ya ang pagpapapansin! But then, he/she/it is borderline entertaining, scary and annoying. Imagine, at the center of a very crowded mall, he/she/it would just dance as if he/she/it was in her own spacious living room! That could be looked at as disturbing the peace. And although it’s a minor criminal offense, that’s still a crime! Plus, he/she/it would just throw weird and offensive stares at the men, including myself, within the event area. On top of that, he/she/it touched some of us men in the area. Harassment? Hmmm. But still, he/she/it was entertaining…

Kayong lahat ay nangangarap na mamuno sa bansang Pilipinas…

Kayong lahat ay desperadong manalo…

Kayong lahat ay gustong “magbigay-serbisyo”…

Kaya sana, kung sinuman sa inyo ang mananalo (s’yempre sa malinis na paraan), ay sana matugunan ang pinakakritikal na pangangailangan ng mga pamilyang ito:

at ng milyun-milyong pa’ng ibang Pilipino’ng naghihikahos…

‘Yun lang…

Maraming salamat po!

Nawindang ang buong Facebook-landia ng mga Cebu-based peeps when this photo taken by a certain Aldrich Chua Cabillon surfaced on the popular social networking site!

Nakakaaliw! We all know naman that this water feature at the Ayala Mall is just for decorative purposes at wala nang iba! There are even signs on the edges of this “cascading water fountain” indicating na bawal magslide dito at baka mahulog ka sa tubig! But then, wala naman talagang direktang pagbabawal sa pagtampisaw sa tubig ng fountain.. Pwera nalang kung taping ito ng Agua Bendita…

So ano ba talaga? As far as I recall, kids were allowed to play around with the fountains at the other Ayala Malls such as Alabang Town Center, Market! Market!, Greenbelt, and Bonifacio High Street, among others. And when you think about it, dapat na talagang maglagay ng mga swimming pool sa ating mga malls especially ngayong summer para mapanindigan na nila ang pagiging one-stop destination for everything! At kung talagang playful ang imagination ng mga mall developers, pera din ito! LOL.

One question though, is the water clean enough for swimming? Baka nagka-allergy pa ang bata after.

Hello everyone! I can’t believe that it’s been two months since the last update on this blog and that is quite shameful! I think it’s about time that another one be delivered. For that, I welcome you once again to TAKAWPANSIN.com. The logo and layout of the site have been updated for a fresh new start. Anyway…

I was strolling around one of the big malls in Cebu City when I found this sweet couple just lounging around as if they were in their bedroom. To capture the above photo, I just sat behind their backs, got my cellphone and clicked away! Stealth photography ftw!

ABS-CBN proudly presents an original drama that will captivate viewers every night, Habang May Buhay led by the Queen of Teleserye Judy Ann Santos, starting this February 1 (Monday) on Primetime Bida.

As the Queen of Soap Opera returns to television, this also marks the comeback of director Wenn Deramas to Primetime. The certified blockbuster actress and director will work together in a project for the very first time. This is also the reunion of Juday’s Ysabella leading man Derek Ramsay as well as her ultimate Mara Clara kontrabida Gladys Reyes. This generation’s newest leading man Joem Bascom will also partner with Juday for the first time. The series boasts of a star-studded cast including respected artists Gina Alajar, Rio Locsin, Tetchie Agbayani, John Arcilla plus hunk actor Will Devaughn.

Juday gives life to the character of Jane Alcantara, a simple woman who dreams of becoming a nurse just like her mother Rose (Gina Alajar). But fate will test her courage as her mother meets an accident caused by her two best friends Sam (Derek Ramsay) and Nathan (Joem Bascon). Because of the hardships and sufferings she faced, she vows to have a better life and seeks justice she and her mother deserve. Her aunt Cora (Rio Locsin) will be her adviser and close friend who only has the best intentions for her.

As time passes, Jane fulfills her dream and as she enters the world of medicine, she will meet the people who will give color to her life – David, the arrogant heir of the hospital she works in, Raon, the man from the streets who becomes her rescuer and Nonoy (Will Devaughn), her childhood friend and protector. She will also meet Dr. Manuel Corpuz (John Arcilla), a general physician and husband of Ellen Corpuz (Tetchie Agbayani) and the woman who secretly pines for the love of David, Dra. Clarissa Briones (Gladys Reyes).

Who are these people in Jane’s life? Will love rule over the search for truth and healing?

Patuloy ang pintig ng puso…Habang May Buhay.

Also starring Melanie Marquez, Jeffrey Santos, Marc Abaya, Dominic Roque, RJ Ledesma, Jaymee Joaquin, Kian Kazemi, GeeAnn Abrahan, Rubi Rubi, Carizza Cortez, Ejay Falcon, Jobelle Salvador, Kathleen Hermosa, Mariel Pamintuan, John Manalo, Joshua Dionisio, Makisig Morales and with the special participation of Sid Lucero, Matet de leon, Ina Feleo, Bangs Garcia and Lloyd Samartino, don’t miss Habang May Buhay starting February 1 (Monday) on ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida. For more updates visit http://habangmaybuhay.abs-cbn.com

Angelica Panganiban will surely shine in ABS-CBN’s next sure-hit primetime series, “Rubi”, as she’s now dubbed as television’s ‘Primetime Gem’.

Angelica has earned the right to star in one the biggest projects of ABS-CBN for the first quarter of 2010. Her nearly 18 years of experience in the entertainment industry have sharpened her skills as an actress. Angelica went through the ladder of success without skipping a single step, thus, she has all the right to be called the “gem” of her generation.

After being awarded as Villain of the Year (2008) in the 1st Supreme to the Extreme Awards of Philippine Star for her effective portrayal of the character Scarlet in ABS-CBN’s “Iisa Pa Lamang”, Angelica re-verifies the tag given to her as she gives life to the strong-willed role of Rubi- a woman driven by a dark ambition that will be hindered by no one and nothing in getting what she wants– to escape from poverty and to live the rich life.

When asked if she is pressured with the role and the project, Angelica admitted that more than the pressure, it’s the challenge that pushes her to do well in her new role. “Oo may pressure, pero higit pa sa pressure, yung challenge na magampanan ko yung role na mabuti ang mas nangingibabaw,” Angelica explained. She added, “Kung sasabihin nating excited, sobra sobrang excited and ngayon lang siguro ako hindi kinabahan na alam mo yon, may ilalabas kang project parang sayo nakapangalan yung show, sobrang excited and proud and happy yung nararamdaman ko talaga.”

ABS-CBN has acquired the rights from Televisa for the remake of the leading television series Rubi. This will be the first collaboration of the popular Mexican multimedia conglomerate and the said network giant.

Witness how Angelica sizzles in her biggest break on primetime television, Rubi, flaring your small screens starting February 15 on ABS-CBN. For more updates visit http://rubi.abs-cbn.com.

A new tale that will defy the laws of love… ‘Kung Tayo’y Magkakalayo’, comes within reach starting this Monday, January 18, on ABS-CBN.

From the makers of Tayong Dalawa and Iisa Pa Lamang, Kung Tayo’y Magkakalayo sketches a different kind of attack to the usual Pinoy teleseryes as it presents an unpredictable plot, a high-caliber cast and three renowned TV directors.

After the unforgettable characters of JR, Dave, Audrey, Ramon in ‘Tayong Dalawa’, a formidable casting coup gives life to characters that will again etch indelible marks in the history of Philippine television: Gabby Concepcion as Steve, Kris Aquino as Celine, Albert Martinez as Frank, Jacklyn Jose as Astrud, Gina Pareño as Petulah, Maricar Reyes as Selina, Gloria Romero as Barbara, Maxene Eigenmann as Alicia, Kim Chiu as Gwen, Gerald Anderson as Robbie, and Coco Martin as Ringgo.

Under the direction of three versatile directors, Erick Salud, Trina Dayrit and Dondon Santos, ‘Kung Tayo’y Magkakalayo’ is shaped by three soap opera genres namely; action, family drama, and love story, drawing a yarn on how an individual’s love for another is put to the test and how destiny can entirely re-arrange one’s life.

“When ‘Tayong Dalawa’ became a hit, we were challenged to do something na pwedeng pumantay sa naabot ng ‘Tayong Dalawa’,” Direk Trina shared. Direk Dondon added, “We were very excited to do the project. Knowing na orginal ang materyal, challenge sa aming mga direktor na makapagset ng high standards.”

Direk Erick, on the other hand, mentioned that aside from the mounting pressure brought by the past series of ABS-CBN which have been nationwide hits, it is the audience’s anticipation that also pushes them to make this project worth the wait. “Siyempre hindi lang yung pressure ang nagtutulak sa amin na pagandahin ang serye. It is the viewing public… yung paghihintay nila sa isa na namang bigating soap opera mula sa ABS-CBN ang nagpapainspire rin sa amin.”

Witness the clashing of the best and primed actors in the country in one of the grandest teleseryes this year, Kung Tayo’y Magkakalayo, premiering on January 18. For more updates visit http://kungtayomagkakalayo.multiply.com and www.abs-cbn.com

Ang mga bida ng malapit ng matapos na Katorse na sina Erich Gonzales, Ejay Falcon at Enchong Dee ay muling haharap sa panibagong hamon sa pagsalubong ng buong mundo sa taong 2010 sa pinakabago nilang programa, ang “Tanging Yaman”, kung saan makakasama ng tatlo ang isa sa mga pinakaminahal na tambalan sa telebisyon, ang Melissa Ricks-Matt Evans loveteam.

Malayo na nga ba ang narating ng mga batang mg aktor na ito? Masasabing tumatak ng husto sa publiko ang nabuong love triangle nina Nene, Gabby at Jojo sa Katorse. Sa pagpasok ng bagong taon, isa ring panibagong pagsubok sa kanilang buhay pag-ibig sa kanilang inaabanag serye sa telebisyon ang kahaharapin ng tatlo dahil makakasama ng hit trio sina Melissa Ricks at Matt Evans.

Parehong mula sa talent search ng ABS-CBN na Star Circle Quest, hindi maitago nina Erich at Melissa ang knailang excitement na makatrabaho ang isa’t isa dahil ito ang kauna-unahang pagkakataon na magsasama ang dalawa sa isang soap opera. Magsasama sa isang napapanahong kwento na tiyak na hahatak sa mga puso’t isipan ng masa, paano kaya gagampanan nina Melissa at Erich ang magkasalungat nilang kapalaran?

Samantala, isang mahigpit na paligsahan ang nabuo sa Katorse sa pagitan nina Ejay at Enchong. Magpatuloy kaya ang nasimulang kompetisyon sa Katorse sa bago nilang palabas? Paano kaya masasabayan ni Matt ang nasimulan na ng dalawa? “Hindi naman ako kinakabahan na makipagsabayan sa kanila, naeexcite na nga ako na makatrabaho silang tatlo. Sa tingin ko, mag-eenjoy ako working with Nene and her two leading men,” salaysay ni Matt.

Ano nga ba ang basehan upang hirangin ang isang artista na ganap na primetime star? Karapat-dapat nga kaya ang mga batang aktor na ito sa nasabing titulo? Tunghayan ang muling pagpapakitang-gilas nina Erich, Ejay, Enchong, Matt, at Melissa sa Tanging Yaman ngayong January 11 na pagkatapos ng Precious Hearts Romances sa ABS-CBN.

Para sa karagdagang updates, mag-log on sa www.abs-cbn.com and tangingyamantv.multiply.com.

Ang Takaw Pansin na si Pokwang at ang Headturner na si Sam Milby, dadayuhin ang Cebu sa Sinulog 2010!

Make your Sinulog 2010 eve the most memorable ever! Be there at the Cebu Coliseum on January 16, 2009, 8:00 PM and jam with the undisputed Rockoustic heartthrob, Sam Milby, and the newly enthroned queen of live comedy, Pokwang! These two prime performers will entertain you with their songs and antics that will surely kick off the Sinulog 2010 fever in Cebu. Call (032)4127523 to reserve your tickets before you run out of it.

“Sam ♥ Pokwang: ONE NIGHT ONLY”
Date: January 16, 2009 | 8:00 PM
Where: The New Cebu Coliseum, Sanciangko St. Cebu City
Ticket Prices:
Arena Tickets (reserved seats): Php 999.00
Lowerbox Tickets (reserved seats): Php 799.00
Upperbox Tickets (free seating): Php 499.00
General Admission (free seating): Php 120.00

For ticket inquiries and early reservations, please call: (032) 4127523 | (032) 3160694 | 0922.4501576 | 0917.7021579 and look for Chaty, Norman or Joey.

For more information and online reservations, you may check out their website at http://onenightonlycebu.com

Plan out your Sinulog 2010 weekend now!

Are you a cheater?

Last Friday, while waiting for a film showing to start, someone just announced through voice over, “Food and Drinks are not allowed in the CHEATER!”. And he said it twice!

LOL!