BUZZBLAST 1! The only government-controlled broadcast station that the TV5 owner Manuel V. Pangilinan might be interested in buying in is Channel 13, which airs the Philippine basketball Association games through AKTV. Channel 13 is buzzed as being for sale, and inside information tells Buzzstation MVP is not interested in a slice of Channel 9 as the majority stake is already owned by Solar Entertainment and Kitchie Benedicto. PTV-4 has a new charter that precludes him from buying in.

BUZZBLAST 2! Seeking clarification why the Megastar Sharon Cuneta did not appear in TV5’s trade and media launch of first quarter show, Go5, corporate communications head Peachy Guioguio said she had a participation through a video message. When asked why not a live appearance, Peachy answered, “Si Willie (Revillame) din appeared on video!” Cesar Montano did not also appear live as he was shooting Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim’s biopic. When asked if the Megastar’s new show is Kanta Pilipinas, Peachy answered that a new show is in the works. This makes the tabloid buzz that the Kapatid Channel has no plans for Megastar as speculative.

BUZZBLAST 3! Diane Ventura, Ely Buendia’s ex-wife, revealed at the media launch of her award-winning short film, The Rapist, that Her former husband charged her for the scoring work he did for the film!

The Pinoy ‘Oktoberfest!’
Will gin overtake the beer as the island’s favorite brew?
Ginebra San Miguel Inc. (GSMI) opens 2013 with a bang as the much-talked about and highly anticipated Ginuman Fest opens its 15-leg tour today, Jan. 19, at the Plazuela in Tarlac City. It is widely buzzed as the Pinoy equivalent to the German Oktoberfest!
On the event’s second year, music lovers can look forward to evenings of great music as featured artists perform their greatest hits as well as hottest chart-toppers, standard favorites and party anthems.
Expected to return onstage are GSMI’s band endorsers The Itchyworms, Kenyo, Callalily, Rocksteddy and dance sensation Jhong Hilario. Joining them in some of the Greater Manila Area runs are the company’s brand ambassadors: Anne Curtis, Maja Salvador, Solenn Heusaff and 2013 Ginebra calendar girl Georgina Wilson.
A total of P100,000 in prizes for each leg is up for grabs for lucky game participants. Ginuman Fest is GSMI’s way of thanking its millions for making its flagship product, Ginebra San Miguel, the world’s largest-selling gin. Concert-goers will also be able to sample and purchase other GSMI liquor products such as Gran Matador Brandy, Antonov Vodka and non-alcoholic beverages at the venues.
From Tarlac, Ginuman Fest moves to Davao (Feb. 1); San Fernando, La Union (Feb. 16); San Pedro, Laguna (Feb. 23); Cebu (March 1); Antipolo (March 9); Pampanga (March 16); Tuguegarao, Cagayan (March 22); Kalibo, Aklan (April 12); Dasmariñas, Cavite (April 19); Lipa, Batangas (April 26); Solano, Nueva Vizcaya (May 17), Lucena, Quezon (May 24); Naga, Camarines Sur (May 31); and Metro Manila (June 8).

A slimmer, more flawless you in 2013
Three weeks into 2013, some people have wavered on their resolve to lose weight. They’re not seeing the desired results or they are finding the journey toward having slimmer body simply tedious.
On Jan. 20, Dr. Vicki Belo comes to the rescue via Salamat Dok (Saturday, Jan. 19, at 6 a.m.), and on Sunday (Jan. 20 at 7:30 a.m.) on ABS-CBN, simulcast on ANC, as hosted by Bernadette Sembrano Aguinaldo. She presents alternative ways of going about the reduction successfully and safely, two of which are vouched for by top celebrity Vice Ganda.
One is through intake of Belo’s Herbal Diet Pills, a supplement that uses almost purely plant-derived ingredients. It is said to suppress appetite while increasing metabolism to burn more fats. It also increases blood circulation and helps carbohydrates turn into energy at a mind-blowing rate — without the common side-effects associated with caffeine-centric pills, such a heart palpitations and agitation.
With a weight loss of at least 4 lbs. in 10 days, depending on the program, it’s surprising that only one capsule a day is all it takes for 10 consecutive days in order to see results. After this period, the patient must stop taking it for another set of 10 days to avoid developing tolerance to the medication. The Herbal Diet Pills is only available by prescription and only after a consultation, to monitor its effectiveness.
The other route to losing weight is through Belo’s CoolSculpt, a clinically proven, FDA approved non-surgical way to dissolve fat which makes use of cryolipolysis. It makes use of targeted cooling process that kills the fat cells underneath the skin, literally freezing them to the point of elimination.
Mind you, only fat cells are frozen (your healthy skin cells remain, well, healthy). Plus, no knives, no suction hoses, no needles, no scars — this treatment is heaven-sent. Once crystalized, the fat cells die and are naturally eliminated from your body.
Since you’re going to lose weight, then might as well have flawless skin, too. And this one, Vice Ganda will surely recommend: Fractional Microneedling. Popular for many decades now with people using it for all sorts of skin related problems, it swiftly gets rid of acne scars and fine lines.
It goes this way: Tiny needles puncture the skin, thus stimulating collagen production, ideal for skin rejuvenation. Simple? Yes, as it is effective. Belo’s Cebu clinic even has a 15 percent promo for this treatment. You have to try it. Must.

Will Aryana be
human again?
Ella Cruz admits in the farewell and thanksgiving presscon of Aryana that she considered her role as a big break that she is thankful of as her career soared. She started her showbiz career as what she termed it “pa-extra-extra lang” to a lead cast of the fantaserye in ABS-CBN. Now its in last two weeks.
Firmly hoping that her prolific career in small screen will continue to flourish, she said, “Marami akong nakilala at natutunan in Aryana and inspiration ko yung mga tao na nagbibigay o nag-papakilala sa akin ni Aryana sila yung tumulong at pinasasalamatan ko palagi. Sana tuloy-tuloy yung break na binibigay sa akin.”
Ella and the entire casts of Aryana will surely yearn for the days they have been together and for the friendship shaped on the course of filming the series. Pokwang plays the role of Aryana’s mother. Ofelia, with Tonton Gutierrez as Victor and G Toengi as Stella.
Among Ella Cruz’s three good-looking leading men are Francis Magundayao, Dominique Roque and Paul Salas. She said that they are all her friends, “They all have different kinds of personalities that is why also have different kinds of closeness.”
Continue to follow the thrilling story of Aryana now that the kingdom of Reyna Hiyasmin (Tetchie Agbayani) is already in danger. How will Aryana help in solving the conflicts in the world of the mermaids? Will she ever find her magical pearls again? Now that they’re apart, will Aryana still be able to return on land and be united with her mother Ofelia?

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