ABS-CBN: The Kapamilya Gold

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BidaBest Kapamilya...rocks!

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best nalang ni kung wala nay lain...

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'Mula Sa Puso' returns tonight

Monday, March 28, 2011


MANILA -- Hit 90's soap opera "Mula Sa Puso" returns on Philippine television with powerhouse cast beginning tonight on ABS-CBN.

Filipinos will relive the teleserye launched 14 years ago that gave birth to some of the finest actors of today.

Young stars Lauren Young, Enrique Gil and JM De Guzman, the three will breathe life to the characters of Via, Michael and Gabriel respectively.

Joining them are Dawn Zulueta, Eula Valdez and Ariel Rivera, among others.

Don't miss the premiere of "Mula sa Puso" tonight at 6 p.m. in ABS-CBN Primetime Bida. (Glaiza Jarloc/Sunnex)


'Mula Sa Puso' returns tonight | Sun.Star

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March 28, Monday

Mula Sa Puso (ABS-CBN) 17.1% Vs Magic Palayok (GMA-7) 19.1%

March 29, Tuesday
Mula Sa Puso (ABS-CBN) - 17.1% Vs Magic Palayok (GMA 7) - 16.6%

Source: Kantar Media

Slowly but surely, the start of Kapamilya Gold. Next in line? Maria La Del Barrio?

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na adik baya ko sa ilang teleserye.

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scoopbox: March 30 Kantar Media-TNS National Household Ratings (Evening):

Mula Sa Puso 17.4/Magic Palayok 16.2;


The ASAP Revolution Begins

Kapamilya Gold revolution with the stellar cast of MULA SA PUSO.

Plus the biggest transformation ever. Catch the biggest and newest surprise from your ASAP kapamilya this Sunday, 12:15 high noon.

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Kapamilya Gold: Maria La del Barrio, Nasaan ka Elisa, My Princess, Mula sa Puso, surely the best!

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ABS-CBN to Launch 5 New Premium Channels on Free-to-Air TV

April 4, 2011


ABS-CBN presents the future of television!

The future of television looks bright and clear as ABS-CBN is ready to launch five new premium channels on free-to-air TV via Digital Television (DTV), a high-tech standard that uses digital signals for broadcast.

DTV occupies lesser space in the frequency so that a single TV station can broadcast on more than one channel, giving viewers more programs options. The new channels that ABS-CBN will unveil will cater to different audiences. The new channels to be made available include 2 channels for kids, a channel for the youth, a channel for dads and a channel for moms.

DTV also produces better picture and sound compared to the prevailing analog system. The digital TV viewing experience is comparable to seeing a movie on DVD. This spells more excitement for the viewers. Thus, climatic moments like the bus explosion in “Mula Sa Puso” or the kidnap scene in “Mara Clara” become more heart-pounding when seen on DTV. Musical numbers on “ASAP XV” are captured in more colorful detail. News on “TV Patrol” is delivered in crisper sound.

According to Miguel Mercado, ABS-CBN DTV Head of Marketing, viewers need not wait long because ABS-CBN is ready to launch DTV operations within the year. He said the company is just waiting for the final go-signal from the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC).

“With Philippine broadcasting companies going digital, the viewing public will be able to enjoy digital quality viewing in any TV as DTV addresses the issues of poor reception, grainy pictures and choppy audio,” says Mercado.

Upon the purchase of an affordably priced DTV Digibox to be connected to the television set, viewers will be able to enjoy the five new channels for free, in addition to all existing channels broadcasting in digital. By time ABS-CBN DTV is launched, this list will include Channel 2, Studio 23, GEM TV and NBN.

ABS-CBN expects other broadcasters to follow suit since the NTC has directed the local television industry to make a complete transition to digital by 2015. NTC’s mandate will certainly benefit the general public as it puts the Philippines at par with the international standard. DTV is the system followed in the U.S., Japan, Australia, South Korea and most of Europe.

ABS-CBN has been preparing for the switchover since 2007. Recently, the network conducted DTV trials in more than 1,000 households all over the Philippines. Participants responded very positively.

A 37-year old dad said, “Mas malinaw at maraming pagpipiliang channels. Mas masaya kaming manonood ng pamilya ko.” A 26-year old female employee said, “Mas malinaw ang picture at sound,” while a 67-year old grandmother replied, “Mas maraming channels na puwedeng panooran na siguradong ikatutuwa ng buong pamilya.”

Moreover, the viewers expressed willingness to buy the DTV Digibox (which costs only as much as a DVD player) so that they could get the new channels for free. As one mother cited, “Wala ng monthly fee. One time ang pagbabayad. Magugustuhan ng anak ko.”

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ABS-CBN to roll out DTV digibox



By TJ Manotoc, ABS-CBN News


Set to launch 5 new premium channels on free TV

MANILA - ABS-CBN Corporation is ready to launch 5 new premium TV channels on free-to-air TV within the year as response to the market's need for niche programs and for better picture and sound quality.

To carry out this undertaking, the Kapamilya network will utilize Digital Television (DTV), a high-tech standard that uses digital signals for broadcast of free-to-air content.



The technology entails the purchase of an affordably-priced DTV Digibox to be connected to any television set. This Digibox will serve as the viewer's gateway to enjoying new channels that ABS-CBN has developed to cater to preferences of different market segments.

The new channels to be made available include 2 channels for kids, a channel for the youth, a channel for dads and a channel for moms.

According to Miguel Mercado, head of marketing of ABS-CBN DTV, ABS-CBN is ready to launch its DTV operations within the year. He said the company is just waiting for the final go-signal from the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC).

"With Philippine broadcasting companies going digital, the viewing public will be able enjoy digital quality viewing in any TV as DTV addresses the issues of poor reception, grainy pictures and choppy audio," said Mercado.

"Viewers will also get to enjoy five new channels for free. These are in addition to getting all existing channels that will be broadcasting in digital, which upon our launch, will include Channel 2, Studio 23, GEM TV and NBN. Once the NTC gives a go signal, we are sure that the other stations will be ready to broadcast their current channels on DTV as well," added Mercado

The directive for the Philippines to go digital is up to par with the international standard, as more and more countries are switching from analog to digital TV.

Some of the countries that have adopted DTV include the U.S., China, Japan, Australia, South Korea, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Switzerland, Germany, Spain and Denmark.

In the Philippines, the NTC's command is supported by industry organization Kapisanan ng Mga Brodkaster sa Pilipinas (KBP) and the TV networks.

Consumers stand to benefit from the shift to digital TV. Viewers will have more free TV channels to choose from, and they will get clearer picture and sound compared to the prevailing analog system.

Since 2007, ABS-CBN has been laying the groundwork for this new technology. The network's DTV system is in place and is prepared to rollout within the second half of the year.

More recently, ABS-CBN conducted DTV trials in more than 1,000 households all over the Philippines. The studies generated very positive feedback.




Respondents were thrilled with the wider array of programs and raved about the impeccable picture and sound.

Speaking in Filipino, a 37-year-old dad commented, "It's clearer and there are more channels to choose from. My family is happier as we watch together."

A 26-year-old lady said, "The picture and the sound are clearer."

The trials also showed that DTV's appeal cuts across ages, as one 67-year-old grandmother declared, "There are more shows to watch for the delight of the entire family."

Unlike cable or satellite TV with regular fees, DTV requires only the purchase of the Digibox, which costs only as much as a DVD player. This prompted a 28-year-old mom to say, "There are no monthly fees, just a one-time payment. My child will surely like this."

The network's study also revealed that viewers will definitely buy the set top box in order to get the new channels for free.

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NEGROS IS STILL A KAPAMILYA PROVINCE!!!

Kapamilya Karavan Highlights Bacolod City’s Panaad sa Negros Festivity


50,000 people from all over Negros fill the 24-hectare Panaad Stadium for the Kapamilya Karavan.


About 50,000 people filled the 24-hectare Panaad Stadium in Bacolod City, as ABS-CBN Regional Network Group’s Kapamilya Karavan, in collaboration with ABS-CBN Bacolod, hits Negros Occidental’s biggest festivity, the “Panaad Sa Negros,” featuring most sought after Kapamilya stars Coco Matin of Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin, John Pratts of Happy Yipee Yehey!, Maricar Reyes of Imortal and Kapamilya hunk Ron Morales and Prince of Pop Erik Santos.

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Loud screams from thousands of loyal Negrosano Kapamilyas dominated the festival venue as each of the Kapamilya stars stepped on stage and gave their blazing performances. Some of the fans were lucky as they got to hug and even kiss their favorite celebrities. Negros’ local stars former PBB housemate Nel Rapiz, Dorothy “Dot-dot” Luarca of Kapamilya Mas Winner Ka and Shirin C. Khabbaz of MagTV Na Amiga! hosted this festive event.

Kapamilya hunk Ron Morales was first to perform. Girls were ecstatic as Ron sang “Harana.” The “kilig” atmosphere continued when he offered another song and invited a young teenage girl from the audience to sing with him. What made everyone more excited is when he took off his plaid polo and had it worn by the girl he’s singing with. This truly romantic gesture of Ron enlivened the Panaad Stadium.

If Ron enthralled the fans with his sizzling hot physique, Pop Prince Erik Santos maintained the romantic feel, as he sang some of his most wanted hits. Like Ron, Erik didn’t deprive his hugs and kisses to a lucky Kapamilya girl. Erik even initiated the romantic embrace while belting his songs of love.

The gentlemen were also big winners in the Kapamilya Karavan, as the beautiful Marcicar took center stage and gave her bubbly performance. All the male Negrosanos in the audience were amazed with Maricar’s radiant skin. That’s why when Maricar went near the audience area, cameras kept on clicking just to capture images of the gorgeous actress. Everyone was surprised when Maricar showed the rocker in her as she performed Imago’s “Akap.” Maricar enthusiastically congratulated the Negrosanos with the success of the Panaad festival and likewise commended some of Bacolod’s delicacies. “Sobrang sarap ng butterscotch,” she said.

The crowd became excited again when John Pratts started to perform. He sang two songs, but eventually gave his best dance moves, as requested by the Negrosanos. To jazz up his grooves, he invited some girls from the audience to dance with him, ala Superclub style. The girls were overjoyed with John’s invitation, so they grabbed and hugged him. One of them even attempted to take a picture of her with the ultimate “Supah” dancer. With all these reactions, John can’t explain the happiness he feels. “Grabe, hindi ko kinakaya ang energy ng mga taga-Bacolod… Sobrang saya dito,” he said.

Completing the pack of the country’s brightest celebrities featured in this year’s Kapamilya Karavan in Panaad Sa Negros is Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin lead actor Coco Martin. Even before he stepped on stage, his fans kept on shouting his name. “We love you Coco!,” goes their screams. The actor’s innate charisma definitely captivated the joyous hearts of the Negrosanons. As a gift for his fans, Coco serenaded the crowd with his love-inspired performances. He even invited a lady from the audience to sing with him. “Ngayon ko napatunayan na saan mang panig ng bansa, marami talagang loyal Kapamilyas,” he said.

The unforgettable Kapamilya Karavan ended with a colorful fireworks display presented by DSS Fireworks of Dumaguete City, the winner of the 1st Panaad Sa Negros Musical Pyrotechnics Competition.

Prior to the Kapamilya Karavan, ABS-CBN Bacolod also presented the awarding of 30 outstanding farmers, fishermen and livestock caretakers in an event dubbed as “Pasidungog sa Mangunguma, Mangingisda kag Manugsagud Sapat.” TV Patrol Negros anchor Ryan Gamboa and The Morning Show host Honey Grace Catalan hosted the awarding ceremonies. The award-giving event is under Negros Occidental’s Food Security Program led by Gov. Alfredo Marañon Jr.