From left: Luz Valdez, Gloria Romero, Robert Arevalo, Boots Anson-Roa and Maryo J. delos Reyes.

MANILA, Philippines -- Due to its high ratings, “Munting Heredera” has been extended and will have in its cast Boots Anson-Roa, Robert Arevalo, and Bobby Andrews.

The entry of Boots, Robert and Bobby provides more dramatic twists for “Munting Heredera.”

Boots explained during a brief interview that as Ingrid, who has just come home from a long stay in the US, she is determined to interfere with the relationship of Enrique and Dona Ana.

Ynez Veneracion, who plays the menacing “kontrabida,” said that she does not mind being hated as she takes it as an indication of effective acting.

Standouts in “Munting Heredera” are the three young stars, Mona Louise Rey, Kyle Daniel Ocampo and Barbara Miguel. They said: “We love what we are doing.” The talented kids are Grade IV pupils.

Still part of “Munting Heredera’s” powerhouse cast are Ms. Gloria Romero, Mark Anthony Fernandez, Camille Prats, Katrina Halili, Luz Valdez, Gabby Eigenmann, Roderick Paulate.

From Aug. 1 to 19, “Munting Heredera” according to Mega Manila survey, achieved a rating of 38.1 percent over rival show on ABS-CBN, 27.7 percent. Total Urban Luzon survey also indicated that “Munting Heredera” obtained 36.5 percent over 29.3 percent of its rival program on ABS-CBN.

‘Sisa’ gets support from AIMS

The indie movie “Sisa,” produced by Carlo Maceda’s Off Cam Productions, received support from the Asian Institute of Maritime Studies (AIMS). A staff of the school, Angelo Bautista, recommended the screening of the movie for AIMS’ students and staff in celebration of Buwan ng Wika last month.

AIMS Pres. Arlene Abuid-Paderanga said the screening was timely in line with the 150th birth anniversary of Dr. Jose P. Rizal who wrote “Noli Me Tangere” from which “Sisa” was based.

The screening of “Sisa” served as a fundraiser to fund the school’s newly formed theater group. “We have a lot of talents who need a venue wherein to express their artistic inclinations,” said Dr. Paderanga.

“Sisa” is Carlo’s second production venture after “Nars” which he said has grossed about P30 million. “You have to establish a distribution system that works so your films will make money,” Carlo said.

“Sisa” stars Jodi Sta. Maria, Jay Manalo, Carlo Maceda, Christian Vasquez, Jao Mapa, Jeffrey Hidalgo, Chinggoy Alonso, Ama Quiambao, Bodjie Pascua, Shamaine Buencamino, Mon Confiado, Allan Paule and Richard Quan.

‘Wondergays’ releases first album

With “Blind Item” as carrier, Wondergays released its first album featuring four songs which have already become so popular.

Other songs in the CD are “Hi Hello,” “Pare,” “Kiyeme Lang Yon,” and “Oh Lala.”

The members of the band are colorful – literally! They are Blue, Pink, White, Black, Gray and Green. Their respective costumes always match their names.

“I do not believe in same-sex marriage,” they all said. “Just partnership!”

They explained that “same-sex marriages will entail a lot of problems, such as when couples separate. “You will be spending for legal fees,” he said.

How about being in love with a straight guy? “I would rather give my money to my family,” White said.

Green added, “I would rather have another gay like me because we are the same and understand each other more!”

The Wondergays are managed by Lito de Guzman. His company, LDG Entertainment Recording Company, produced the “Blind Item” album. Lito is now preparing a major concert for the band.

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