Carlo Aquino and Cristine Reyes in ‘Tumbok’

MANILA, Philippines -- Director Topel Lee is coming up with another horror flick entitled “Tumbok,” starring Cristine Reyes and Carlo Aquino. Topel Lee directed several horror films in the past, among them “Sundo,” “Ouija” and some episodes of Regal Films’ “Shake, Rattle & Roll,” a perennial Metro Manila Film Festival topgrosser.

In “Tumbok,” Grace (Cristine Reyes) and Ronnie (Carlo Aquino) are newlyweds, who inherit a condominium unit from Ronnie’s deceased father. As they move into the unit, they face a series of mishaps and misfortunes.

The unit is inhabited by strange tenants. Grace starts to experience haunting incidents and strange sightings. Soon, they find out that they are expecting a baby and are thrilled with their answered prayer.

As Grace starts to unravel the occurrences in the building, she discovers that the building was built on a “Tumbok,” a convergence of three roads which is believed to be unlucky. Tragic deaths happen caused by Mark (Ryan Eigenmann), the building caretaker who turns out to be the devil trapping souls into the vortex. He is also the incubus that makes love to Grace.

Can Grace and Ronnie save themselves from the impending danger brought about by the “Tumbok?” What mystery lies in the past that haunts our lead characters?

You will know the answers on May 4 when “Tumbok” starts showing in local theaters.

Sponge Cola  releases new CD

Pop/Rock band Sponge Cola released recently their third CD under Universal Records entitled “Tambay” with the smash hit of the same title as its carrier single.

“Tambay” is an original material written by Sponge Cola frontman and lead vocalist Yael Yuzon. Its music video, directed by Mihk Vergara, is currently on the 4th slot of Myx’s Daily Countdown (7th on Myx’s Hit Chart, and 3rd on Myx’s Pinoy Countdown). “Tambay” contains six tracks and it is released in partnership with Coca-Cola.

In line with the ongoing promotion of the CD, Sponge Cola recently flew to Dubai to represent the country in a series of musical events sponsored by Du Mobile and Nokia. The event featured other musicians from India, Pakistan, Morocco, Spain, and Egypt. The first day of the festival happened at the world’s tallest tower, the Burj Steps, in Burj Khalifa and the second leg happened at The Walk, in Jumeirah Beach Residences. Sponge Cola along with another band, Black Gandhi had the most attendees and best turnout in the event.

Every purchase of six cans of Coca-Cola products or three 1.5 litters of Coke comes with a free “Tambay” CD. For free “Tambay” ringbacks, text FTAMBAY to 2728 for Smart users and text UB835 and send to 2332 for Globe users. To vote for “Tambay” on Myx, type MYX (space) VOTE (space) TAMBAY and send to 2366.

Toni Gonzaga, Erase on 2nd partnership

Toni Gonzaga and ugly marks solution Erase go on their second year of a successful partnership. Toni recently inked a new endorsement contract with Erase Solution, a product of UK Derm Pharma. The contract-signing held at Annabel’s was attended by SVP for Marketing of UK Derm Pharma, Marc Gamboa, CEO/President Louie Gamboa, and Mrs. Pinty Gonzales.

Toni currently hosts “Happy Yipee Yehey” on weekdays and is part of the talented roster “ASAP Rocks” mainstays. She also hosts ABS-CBN’s Sunday afternoon talk show “The Buzz.”