ABS CBN to air NBA Playoffs Game 1 of Indiana Pacers vs Orlando Magic

ABS CBN will air the NBA Playoffs Game 1 of Indiana Pacers vs Orlando Magic on April 29, Sun at 10 a.m.  and replay at 9:30 p.m. on Studio 23.

Watch NBA Playoffs Game 1 of Indiana Pacers vs Orlando Magic on ABS CBN Channel.

NBA PLAYOFFS 2012 FIRST ROUND SCHEDULE PHILIPPINE TIME

2012 NBA PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND SCHEDULE (ADJUSTED TO PHILIPPINE TIME):

Image Courtesy of NBA

WESTERN CONFERENCE - FIRST ROUND

San Antonio vs. Utah
Game 1 - Mon April 30, Utah at San Antonio, 1 a.m.
Game 2 - Thu May 3, Utah at San Antonio, 7 a.m.
Game 3 - Sun May 6, San Antonio at Utah, 10 a.m.
Game 4 - Tue May 8, San Antonio at Utah, TBD
Game 5 * Thu May 10, Utah at San Antonio, TBD
Game 6 * Sat May 12, San Antonio at Utah, TBD
Game 7 * Mon May 14, Utah at San Antonio, TBD

Oklahoma City vs. Dallas
Game 1 - Sun April 29, Dallas at Oklahoma City, 9:30 a.m.
Game 2 - Tue May 1, Dallas at Oklahoma City, 9:30 a.m.
Game 3 - Fri May 4, Oklahoma City at Dallas, 9:30 a.m.
Game 4 - Sun May 6, Oklahoma City at Dallas, 7:30 a.m.
Game 5 * Tue May 8, Dallas at Oklahoma City, TBD
Game 6 * Fri May 11, Oklahoma City at Dallas, TBD
Game 7 * Sun May 13, Dallas at Oklahoma City ,TBD, TNT

L.A. Lakers vs. Denver
Game 1 - Mon April 30, Denver at L.A. Lakers, 3:30 a.m.
Game 2 - Wed May 2, Denver at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 a.m.
Game 3 - Sat May 5, L.A. Lakers at Denver, 10:30 a.m.
Game 4 - Mon May 7, L.A. Lakers at Denver, 9:30 a.m.
Game 5 * Wed May 9, Denver at L.A. Lakers, TBD
Game 6 * Fri May 11, L.A. Lakers at Denver, TBD
Game 7 * Sun May 13, Denver at L.A. Lakers, TBD

Memphis vs. L.A. Clippers
Game 1 - Mon April 30, L.A. Clippers at Memphis, 9:30 a.m.,
Game 2 - Thu May 3, L.A. Clippers at Memphis, 9:30 a.m.
Game 3 - Sun May 6, Memphis at L.A. Clippers, 4:30 a.m.
Game 4 - Tue May 8, Memphis at L.A. Clippers, TBD
Game 5 * Thu May 10, L.A. Clippers at Memphis, TBD
Game 6 * Sat May 12, Memphis at L.A. Clippers, TBD
Game 7 * Mon May 14, L.A. Clippers at Memphis, TBD
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EASTERN CONFERENCE - FIRST ROUND

Chicago vs. Philadelphia
Game 1 - Sun April 29, Philadelphia at Chicago, 1 a.m.
Game 2 - Wed May 2, Philadelphia at Chicago, 8 a.m.
Game 3 - Sat May 5, Chicago at Philadelphia, 8 a.m.
Game 4 - Mon May 7, Chicago at Philadelphia, 1 a.m.
Game 5 * Wed May 9, Philadelphia at Chicago, TBD
Game 6 * Fri May 11, Chicago at Philadelphia, TBD
Game 7 * Sun May 13, Philadelphia at Chicago, TBD

Miami vs. New York
Game 1 - Sun April 29, New York at Miami, 3:30 a.m.
Game 2 - Tue May 1, New York at Miami, 7 a.m.
Game 3 - Fri May 4, Miami at New York, 7 a.m.
Game 4 - Mon May 7, Miami at New York, 3:30 a.m.
Game 5 * Thu May 10, New York at Miami, TBD
Game 6 * Sat May 12, Miami at New York, TBD
Game 7 * Mon May 14, New York at Miami, TBD

Indiana vs. Orlando
Game 1 - Sun April 29, Orlando at Indiana, 7 a.m.
Game 2 - Tue May 1, Orlando at Indiana, 7:30 a.m.
Game 3 - Thu May 3, Indiana at Orlando, 7:30 a.m.
Game 4 - Sun May 6, Indiana at Orlando, 2 a.m.
Game 5 * Wed May 9, Orlando at Indiana, TBD
Game 6 * Sat May 12, Indiana at Orlando, TBD
Game 7 * Mon May 14, Orlando at Indiana, TBD

Boston vs. Atlanta
Game 1 - Mon April 30, Boston at Atlanta, 7 a.m.
Game 2 - Wed May 2, Boston at Atlanta, 7:30 a.m.
Game 3 - Sat May 5, Atlanta at Boston, 7:30 a.m.
Game 4 - Mon May 7, Atlanta at Boston, 7 a.m.
Game 5 * Wed May 9, Boston at Atlanta, TBD
Game 6 * Fri May 11, Atlanta at Boston, TBD
Game 7 * Sun May 13, Boston at Atlanta, TBD
*IF NECESSARY

Watch the NBA Playoffs 2012 Games Live on ABS CBN and Studio 23 Free TV Coverage .

Miss Philippines Earth 2012 Live Telecast

Miss Philippines Earth 2012 beauty pageant will be held on May 27, 2012 at the Center Stage of SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City. 48 Beauties will vie for the much coveted title of Miss Philippines Earth 2012. Check out the Miss Philippines Earth 2012 Candidates.

Watch Miss Philippines Earth 2012 Coronation Night to be Telecast Live over ABS CBN Channel.

NBA Playoffs 2012

The NBA Playoffs will begin on April 29, Sun (Philippine time).  Check out The Complete NBA Playoff 2012 First Round Schedule.

The NBA Playoffs 2012 will be aired live on ABS CBN and Studio 23.

ABS CBN: Aryana

Aryana is an upcoming fantaserye on ABS-CBN.

The newest fantaserye of ABS-CBN is topbilled by former “Goin’ Bulilit” child star Ella Cruz, who recently made a mark with her portrayal as the young Cristine Reyes in the top-rating drama series “Dahil sa Pag-ibig.” Ella will be joined by a powerhouse cast that includes Pokwang, Tonton Gutierrez, Desiree del Valle, Laurice Guillen, Tetchie Agbayani, Rustica Carpio, and Lotlot de Leon. “

Aryana” is directed Erick Salud and Lino Cayetano. Watch Aryana episodes live on ABS CBN Channel.

ABS-CBN, GMA 7, TV5 : New York Festivals 2012 Awards

Here are the winners from the Philippines in the 55th New York Festivals International TV and Film Awards, which was held last April 17, 2012 in Las Vegas:



ABS-CBN

The Kitchen Musical – Gold world medal in the Best Writing category
The Kitchen Musical Cast (which includes Karylle, Christian Bautista, Art Acuña, Thou Reyes, and Ikey Canoy) – Bronze world medal for best performance
Krusada: “Laya” (Freedom) – Bronze world medal in the Social Issues/Current Events category

Finalist certificates

Storyline – Biography/Profiles category
Rated K – “Kwento ng Buhay Ko (This is my Life)” – Magazine Format category
TV Patrol – “Storm” Juaning – Best Newscast category
EDSA25: Sulyap sa Kasaysayan (A Glimpse of History) – History & Society category

GMA 7

I-Witness – Lapnos (Burn) episode – Silver World Medal in the Social Issues and Current Events category
Front Row – “Yaman sa Basura” (Child Urban Miners) episode – Silver World Medal in the Social Issues category
Front Row – “Bente Dos” (Twenty-Two) episode – Silver World Medal in the Biography/Profiles category

Finalist certificates

Report Card – Community Portraits category
Pluma: Si Rizal, Ang Dakilang Manunulat (Rizal, The Great Writer) – History & Society category
Born To be Wild: The Born Expeditions Finale The Monster of Mae Klong and The Great White Shark – Nature & Wildlife category
Reel Time: Lusong (Live to Dive) – Social Issues/Current Events category
I-Witness: Gintong Putik – Social Issues/Current Events category
Reel Time: Tira (Infected) – Social Issues/Current Events category

TV5

Finalist certificates
Wanted – Child Special – Community Service Programs category
News 5 Debates – A Challenge For Change – Politics category

ABS CBN Summer Station ID 2012: Pinoy Summer Da Best Forever (LYRICS)

ABS-CBN Summer Station ID 2012 is entitled Pinoy Summer Da Best Forever by Sarah Geronimo. It will be launch on Sunday in ASAP.

Here is the Lyrics and Video of ABS CBN Summer Station ID 2012:







DA BEST FOREVER!

Sinasalubong mo
ng ngiti ang mundo
Sa bagong kaibigan puso’y lumulukso

Pagsapit ng init
Lahat magkakapit
‘Sang bayan
‘Sang pamilya
Sabay nagsasaya

Pagsapit ng init
Lahat magkakapit
‘Sang bayan
‘Sang pamilya
Sabay nagsasaya

Pinoy Summer
Pinoy Summer
Da best
Da best
Da best forever
Pinoy Summer
Pinoy Summer
Da best
Da best
Da best forever
Pinoy Summer
Pinoy Summer
Da best
Da best
Da best forever
Pinoy Summer
Pinoy Summer
Da best
Da best
Da best forever

E yo! E yo! Hey!
E yo! E yo! Oh!
E yo! E yo! Hey!
E yo! E yo! Oh!
E yo! E yo! Hey!
E yo! E yo! Oh!
E yo! E yo! Hey!
E yo! Da best forever!

Sa tunay na kulay ng lahing Pilipino
Ipakita pag summer na da best tayo

Sa tunay na kulay ng lahing Pilipino
Ipakita pag summer na da best tayo

E yo! E yo! Hey!
E yo! E yo! Oh!
E yo! E yo! Hey!
E yo! E yo! Oh!
E yo! E yo! Hey!
E yo! E yo! Oh!
E yo! E yo! Hey!
E yo! Da best forever!

Pinoy Summer
Pinoy Summer
Da best
Da best
Da best forever
Pinoy Summer
Pinoy Summer
Da best
Da best
Da best forever
Pinoy Summer
Pinoy Summer
Da best
Da best
Da best forever
Pinoy Summer
Pinoy Summer
Da best
Da best
Da best forever

E yo! E yo! Hey!
E yo! E yo! Oh!
E yo! E yo! Hey!
E yo! E yo! Oh!
E yo! E yo! Hey!
E yo! E yo! Oh!
E yo! E yo! Hey!
E yo! E yo! Oh!
E yo! E yo! Hey!
E yo! Da best forever

Mayweather vs Cotto Live Telecast

Undefeated WBC welterweight champion Floyd "Money" Mayweather Jr. (42-0, 26 KO's) and junior middleweight titlist Miguel Cotto (37-2, 30 KO's) fight is scheduled to takes place on May 5, 2012 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada. (May 6 Philippine Time).

Broadcast in high definition to nearly 440 movie theaters nationwide from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, the highly anticipated match-up will give fans a ringside seat as Mayweather steps up in weight to challenge Cotto for the super welterweight championship. Also featured on this blockbuster card, will be young superstar Canelo Alvarez facing six-time World Champion Sugar Shane Mosley.

A lot of boxing fans are already excited to Watch the Live Telecast of Mayweather vs Cotto Fight. The Mayweather vs Cotto fight will be Telecast Live on HBO Pay Per View, there are also live streaming sites that telecasts the fight.

In the Philippines,  TV5 and AKTV will telecast the Mayweather vs Cotto Fight this Sunday! May 6, 2012. RING KINGS - Mayweather vs. Cotto! Via Satellite on TV5 at 10am, with Primetime replay at 9pm on AKTV!

Please stay tuned and bookmark this site for the latest update on where to watch the Live Telecast of Mayweather vs Cotto Fight.

Bb Pilipinas 2012 Coronation Night Live Telecast on ABS CBN

The Binibining Pilipinas 2012 candidates were presented to the media at Resorts World Manila in Pasay City, south of Manila, last March 12, 2012. The Coronation night will be held at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City, northeast of Manila, on 15 April 2012.

The Bb. Pilipinas 2012 Coronation Night will be aired live on ABS-CBN on April 15. A primer will be aired on ABS-CBN’s Sunday Best on April 8. The coronation night will be hosted by Xian Lim, Iza Calzado, Venus Raj and Georgina Wilson. With performances by DJ Vinimal, Rico Blanco and Bamboo.

30 beauties will be vying for the Bb. Pilipinas 2012 title. Who will this year’s Bb. Pilipinas 2012? Winners and Results will be updated here, so bookmark this page for the latest update on the Bb Pilipinas 2012.

Watch the Bb Pilipinas 2012 Live on ABS-CBN on April 15.

Watch the Presentation of Candidates Courtesy of ABS CBN and YouTube.

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition Season 4 Kicks off on April 8 2012

Pinoy Big Brother opens the biggest opportunity for teens this summer – to be a PBB teen housemate.

Announced during the PBB Unlimited Big Night on March 31, the Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 will have its “fun-tastic” kick off on April 8, 2012 at 9PM. It will be hosted again by Bianca Gonzales, Robi Domingo, Toni Gonzaga and John Pratts.

Watch Pinoy Big Brother PBB Teen Edition Season 4 Live on ABS CBN Channel.

ABS CBN: The Princess and I

ABS-CBN’s newest and and biggest Primetime teleserye “The Princess and I” will finally premiere this April 16 (Monday).

Image Courtesy of ABS CBN

Topbilled by its royal cast award-winning actor and actress Albert Martinez and Gretchen Barreto; the three ‘Prince Charming of Primetime’ Enrique Gil, Khalil Ramos and Daniel Padilla;’ and the newest ‘Princess of Primetime’ Kathryn Bernardo.

“The Princess and I” opens the fairytale story of the Kingdom of Yangdon led by King Anand (Albert), where behind all the King’s wealth, power and title, is a saddening empty space in his heart that is yet-to-be filled by his long-lost daughter Princess Mikay (Kathryn), who will grow up in an unfortunate life not knowing of her real identity.

Joining the royal cast are some of the respected names in the industry Dominic Ochoa, Yayo Aguila, Precious Lara Quigaman, Nina Dolino and Sharmaine Suarez. It is directed by Dado Lumibao.

Watch The Princess and I Episodes on ABS CBN Channel.

ABS CBN: Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo

Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo is an upcoming primetime teleserye on ABS-CBN. Starring Shaina Magdayao and Jake Cuenca.

“Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo,” is a drama series which tells the story of overseas Filipino workers. It will reveal the truth about the OFWs. The soap will run based from different real OFW stories. It will expose the real hardships of life being an overseas Filipino worker (OFW).

Powerhouse cast includes Bangs Garcia, Rica Peralejo, Sandy Andolong, Vivian Velez, Philippines best actors Christopher de Leon, Phillip Salvador, Jestoni Alarcon and with 1969 Miss Universe turned award-winning actress Gloria Diaz.

With special participation of Erich Gonzales, Enrique Gil, Cogie Domingo, Tonton Gutierrez, Amy Nobleza and Miguelito de Guzman. Directed by Chito S. Roño.

Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo Premieres April 16, 2012. Here is the Full Video Trailer Courtesy of YouTube

Watch Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo Episodes on ABS CBN Channel.

Pinoy Pride XIII: Banal vs Hidalgo

AJ ‘Bazooka’ Banal (26W-1L-1D, 17 KO’s) of Ermita, Cebu City will defend his WBO Asia-Pacific bantamweight title against Raul Hidalgo (15W-5L, 11 KO’s) of Mexico this March 24, 2012.

Dubbed as "PINOY PRIDE XIII: Road to Glory" will be at the Waterfront Hotel in Lahug, Cebu City.

The undercards will feature Rocky Fuentes (32W-6L-2D, 19 KO’s),Arthur ‘El Matador’ Villanueva (17W-0L, 12 KO’s) and ‘Prince’ Albert Pagara (10W-0L, 8 KO’s).

ABS CBN: Dahil sa Pag-ibig Premieres on March 12

ABS-CBN’s newest ang most-awaited Primetime Bida teleserye will finally premiere this Monday (March 12).

Topbiiled by Piolo Pascual, Jericho Rosales, Christopher de Leon, Cristine Reyes, and Maricar Reyes; “Dahil sa Pag-ibig” features the story of how the battling beliefs of Alfred (Pascual) and Oliver (Rosales) began from the greediness of Leo Valderama (de Leon).

Completing the ‘powerhouse’ cast are some of the respected names in the industry such as Ronaldo Valdez, Sandy Andolong, Tetchie Agbayani, Rafael Rosell, Denise Laurel, Freddie Webb, Rey PJ Abellana, Carla Martinez, Joonee Gamboa, Bing Davao, Melissa Mendez, Malou Crisologo, Cheska Iñigo, Jeffrey Santos and Edward Mendez; with the special participation of Joel Torre; and introducing young teen stars Ella Cruz and Francis Magundayao. The newest series is under the direction of Darnel Villaflor and Avel Sunpongco.

Don’t miss the beginning of the most-awaited teleserye “Dahil sa Pag-ibig” this Monday (March 12) on Primetime Bida of ABS-CBN.

Watch Dahil sa Pag-ibig Episodes on ABS CBN.

ABS CBN Wako Wako Premieres March 2012

Wako Wako is an upcoming fantaserye on ABS-CBN.

 

It will be top billed by Ai Ai de las Alas. Members of its cast include Gladys Reyes, Vandolph Quizon, Carlos Agassi, Franco Daza, Maricar De Mesa, Liezl Garcia, Markki Stroem, Dennis Padilla, Malou De Guzman, Abby Bautista, Eagle Riggs, and introducing child actor Yogo Singh.

Wako Wako is an Arukan or wish elf and Ai Ai will play the role of Goddess of the Arukan. Pilipinas Got Talent Season 1 finalist Ruther Urquia will voice Wako Wako.

“[S]i Wako Wako ay isang creature na pwede kang humiling ng kahit na ano. May limitasyon pala yun pagdating sa pag-ibig mga ganyan, pero mag iingat ka palagi sa hinihiling mo. Kasi baka may kapalit ito. Kumbaga yun ang idea nung kwento.” the series’ director, Wenn Deramas further revealed.

It premieres in March 2012 on ABS-CBN. Watch Wako Wako Episodes on ABS CBN.

Grace Lee Patrol ng Pilipino Personal Interview

Korean radio and TV personality Grace Lee has become a hot topic after President Benigno Aquino III revealed that they are seeing each other.

ABS-CBN reporter Marie Lozano takes a closer look at the life of the woman of the hour in this week's episode of "Patrol ng Pilipino."

Patrol ng Pilipino” airs on Tuesday February 14, 2012 after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN or on DZMM TeleRadyo at 9:15 p.m.

Bb Pilipinas 2012 Candidates

After rigorous screening, the Binibining Pilipinas Charities, Inc. (BPCI) has chosen 30 candidates or contestants for the Bb. Pilipinas 2012 beauty pageant.

 The 30 candidates are:

Marie Virgenia Cecilie Peter
Fer Mary Baliquig
Roxanne Tadique
Janine Tugonon
Rose Ann Aguilar
Sherlyn Gonzales
Maxine Medina
Jaine Hidalgo
Marie Irisha Arcenas
Katrina Jayne Dimaranan
Goldy Baroa
Giselle Angelica Munoz
Angelee delos Reyes
Jillean Camille Orbina
Liezl Alcantara
Nicole Marable
Annalie Forbes
Gina Joy Howell
Mary Jean Lastimosa
Patricia Lee Ejercitado
Anna Czarina Buenviaje
Roxane Joy Jesalva
Elaine Kay Moll
Nicole Schmitz
Meiji Cruz
Golda Soller
Romelin Roxanne de Castro
Chloe Zanardi
Karen Gallman
Maria Alicia Elena Ariosa

The girls were formally presented to the media last February 13, 2012

The Binibining Pilipinas 2012 coronation night will be held at the Araneta Coliseum on April 15 and will be aired live telecast on ABS-CBN.

ABS CBN: Luv U Premieres February 19

Luv U is an upcoming sitcom on ABS-CBN. It stars Marco Gumabao, Kiray Celis, Igiboy Flores, Angeli Gonzales, CJ Navato, and Miles Ocampo. Members of its cast include Rhap Salazar, Alfred Labatos, Bangs Garcia, Smokey Manaloto, Bentong, Cai Cortez, Hyubs Azarcon, and Joy Viado.

It’s a story of three young girls — Camille, Whitney and April who just transferred to Lamberto Uy Villarama University to finish High School, only to find out that they will learn the highs and lows of being in love at a very young age.

Luv U is directed by Bobot Mortiz and premieres on February 19, right after after ASAP 2012.


Watch Luv U Episodes on ABS CBN

ABS CBN, GMA, TV5 Programs: Finalists in New York Festivals 2012

According to the New York Festivals official website, NYF’s World’s Best Television & Films honors programming in all lengths and forms from over 40 countries. Dedicated to both the TV and Film industries, categories mirror today’s global trends and encourage the next generation of story-tellers: News, Sports, Documentary, Reality, Drama, Feature Films, Telenovelas, Webisodes, Promo, Music Videos, Corporate Films, and Animation.

The 2012 TV & Film Awards ceremony for The World’s Best TV & Films will be held on April 17th in conjunction with The NAB Show in Las Vegas.


Here are the 5 programs from ABS-CBN which made it as finalists in the 2012 New York Festivals TV and Film Awards Competition:

Best Newscast
TV Patrol – Storm Juaning
ABS-CBN Corporation

Biography/Profiles
Storyline
ABS-CBN Corporation

History & Society
EDSA25: Sulyap sa Kasaysayan (A Glimpse of History)
ABS-CBN Corporation

Magazine Format
Rated K / Kwento ng Buhay Ko (This is my Life)
ABS-CBN Corporation

Social Issues/Current Events
Krusada / Crusade
ABS-CBN Corporation

Here are the 9 programs from GMA Channel 7 and GMA News TV which made it as finalists in the 2012 New York Festivals TV and Film Awards Competition:

Biography/Profiles
Front Row: Bente Dos (Twenty-Two)
GMA Network, Inc.

Community Portraits
Report Card
GMA Network, Inc.

History & Society
Pluma: Si Rizal, Ang Dakilang Manunulat (Rizal, The Great Writer)
GMA Network, Inc.

Nature & Wildlife
Born to be Wild: The Born Expeditions Finale The Monster of Mae Klong and The Great White Shark
GMA Network, Inc.

Social Issues/Current Events:
Front Row: Yaman Sa Basura (Child Urban Miners)
GMA Network, Inc.

I-Witness: Gintong Putik
GMA Network, Inc.

I-Witness: Lapnos (Burn)
GMA Network, Inc.

Reel Time: Lusong (Live to Dive)
GMA Network, Inc.

Reel Time: Tira (Infected)
GMA Network, Inc.


Here are the 2 programs from TV5 which made it as finalists in the 2012 New York Festivals TV and Film Awards Competition:

Community Service Programs:
Wanted – Child Special
Associated Broadcasting Company (TV5)

Politics:
News 5 Debates – A Challenge For Change
Associated Broadcasting Company (TV5)

Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw Soon on ABS CBN

Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw is an upcoming teleserye on ABS-CBN. It is top billed by Kris Aquino, Robin Padilla, and Anne Curtis.

It’s about two sisters who are polar opposites who are brought together by a big challenge they must both face. Kris will portray the older but responsible sister while Anne is the younger and rebellious one.

Robin is cast as the man who will come between them. Child star Xyriel Manabat is also part of the cast.


Watch Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw on ABS CBN