#NCAA94 Day 9: CSB keeps JRU winless,

The College of Saint Benilde Blazers emerges victorious over the JRU Heavy Bombers in a dominant 81-66 ball game. 

The Blazers banked on their inside shooting to keep JRU at bay through out the game, taking a massive 62% inside shooting, CSB even pushed their lead as igh as 17 points. 

Clement Leutcheu led the Blazers with 20 points and 14 rebounds. Yankie Haruna added 15 points, while Edward Dixon and Unique Naboa had 10 points each in this game. 

Jed Mendoza led JRU with 16 points, while Mark Mallari added 14 points. 

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The Mapua Cardinals outlasted the Arellano Chiefs after a 91-83 victory to improve their record. 

Both squads opened the match with a bang as Mapua taking a 31-22 advantage over Arellano, going to the second period the Cardinals extends their lead up 52-40 at the end of the first half. 

In the second half the Chiefs tried to stage a comeback, but the Cardinals were already able to establish an 18 point advantage to keep Arellano away. 

Five players scored in double digit for Mapua, Christian Bunag led the flock with 16 points and 10 rebounds, followed by EJ Jabel with 15 points, Cedric Pelayo added 13 points, while Noah Lugo and Warren Bonifacio both added 12 points. 

Levi dela Cruz embraced his new role as Arellano's top scorer after he produces 25 points , Ian Alban added 12 points, while Guilmer Dela Torre added 10 markers. 

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The San Beda University Red Lions goes 3-0 after beating the EAC Generals in a low scoring 61-46 ball game. 

The Red Lions take control of the whole match as the Generals struggled in their ball rotation giving away a whooping 29 turnovers that pave the way for San Beda to put up a 21 point advantage. 

Robert Bolick top scored for the Red Lions with 15 points, Ruslan Bugarin led the Generals with 10 points and 10 rebounds.  

Tower of Power Live in Manila!

The much-awaited Manila performance of Tower Of Power is finally happening September 7, 2018 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum to be mounted by Ovation Productions. The triple bill event also features Dennis Lambert and Kalapana.

Tower's musical odyssey actually began in 1968 when Emilio Castillo met Stephen "Doc" Kupka in July of that year. When Doc auditioned during a band rehearsal at Emilio's house, Emilio's father called him into the kitchen and offered the following advice: "Hire that guy, he's got something." This was how Doc and his signature baritone sax came to be a major part of the band’s sound, and on August 13, 1968, Tower of Power, as we know them today, began playing gigs, and soon became very well known in the area.

Many other bands came out of the San Francisco Bay area in the late 60's. Bands like The Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, Santana, Journey, and others all helped to define the "San Francisco Sound." Tower of Power has always claimed Oakland, California as their hometown, playing area venues and making a name for themselves.

Tower of Power was signed to Bill Graham’s San Francisco records and their first album was East Bay Grease. All of the compositions were original tunes written by Castillo and Kupka. Their next album, Bump City, led to a string of hits and memorable albums that include many of the songs that TOP fans come out in force to hear, even to this day. Over the years, the Tower of Power Horns have recorded with hundreds of artists as diverse as Aerosmith, Elton John, Little Feat, Phish, Santana, Heart, and many others, forever infusing the radio airwaves with Tower’s musical DNA.

Since the beginning, Tower of Power has never stopped touring and recording. Always in demand, the band never fails to entertain and amaze their fans. Tower is truly blessed to have a dedicated following that often travels to see the band, and in many cases fans will plan their vacation or work schedule around an appearance of TOP. New generations of fans come to see them perform as their timeless music continues to excite fans of all ages.

Team Metro Star Realty Emerge Victorious In Inaugural Vivo Hoop Battle Championship

Global smartphone brand Vivo has successfully mounted the first-ever Vivo HoopBattle Championship Philippines as the top eight teams battled it out to claim 3x3 court supremacy.

Out of the 48 teams that battle it out in the elimination, there were top eight teams left who faced off in Market! Market! on Sunday, namely team Ballers, Metrostar Realty, Team F4, BS Susim Shipping, Team Core, Just Coco, Arellano University, and Team Enderun.  

Facing off in the semifinals were teams Metrostar Realty led by big man Jamal Charley Thomas going up against Team Baller led by elimination top scorer Marco Sario, Metrostar emerged victorious in their match after defeating them 18-16 in the semis to book the first ticket to China.

In the second elimination game, Axel Torres and his Team Core foiled the dreams of the young guys from Team Arellano after defeating them in overtime, 22-20. Team Core secured the second ticket to China.

The final two teams will be sent to Guangzhou, China in August 2018 and play against other groups in Asia to claim the HoopBattle Champion title. Aside from the chance to play at an international basketball game, the two winning teams will get Php200,000 or Php100,000.   

If the Philippine team enters the top three in the final games, they will also bring home RMB400,000 (around P3 million), RMB120,000 (around Php900,000), and RMB80,000 (around Php600,000).

In the championship round, Metrostar Realty easily take away the victory after they dispatched the short handed Team Core 21-10.

Jamal Charley Thomas was named as the MVP of the tournament.

The HoopBattle Championship is an annual 3x3 basketball tournament held in some districts in China and other Asian countries. In the Philippines, the tourney was organized in cooperation with the Ayala Malls.

Vivo, a brand that encourages its users to pursue an energetic lifestyle, has been at the forefront of throwing support for sports. It has tapped basketball superstar Stephen Curry as its global ambassador.

Vivo also forged a partnership with FIFA World Cup as its Exclusive Smartphone Sponsor for the 2018 and 2022 football tournaments.

In the Philippines, Vivo has also sponsored the University Athletic Association of the Philippines and the National Collegiate Athletic Association.

The Hows Of Us

They ended "Can't Help Falling In Love" with a wedding back in 2017, this 2018 Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla levels up their movie as they venture into a more mature role in finding "The Hows of Us", a film by Cathy Garcia-Molina.  

How will George and Primo save their relationship from falling apart. How many how's does it take for someone to keep a house still a home? We will all find out the hows of us this August 29 in cinemas nationwide! 

Comedy Queen Ai Ai Delas Alas Extends Partnership With Hobe Philippines

Comedy Queen Aiai Delas Alas sets another fruitful year with Hobe Philippines, this is her fourth year of being the endorser of the top noodle brand. 

Now on their fourth year, more plans are in store for the Comedy Queen in the Noodle brand as they plan to get Aiai in more advertising campaigns and even having her at the events. 

Aiai is grateful for the trust given to her by the owner of Hobe Philippines that their partnership lasted for four fruitful year, also Aiai revealed that one of the main reason why she remained as an endorser to the brand is because of the good sales of the products. 

Hobe Philippines produces the best quick cook bihon noodles in town! Their products are available in supermarkets near you.  

Filipinos Dominates One Championship Reign of Kings

The largest global sports media property in Asian history, ONE Championship™ (ONE), electrified the packed Mall of Asia Arena with another evening of authentic world-class martial arts action. The state-of-the-art showground played host to ONE: REIGN OF KINGS, featuring the absolute best in local and international martial arts talent. In the main event, hometown hero Kevin “The Silencer” Belingon of Baguio City, Philippines overcame a stiff challenge from two-division ONE World Champion Martin “The Situ-Asian” Nguyen, winning by unanimous decision to claim the ONE Interim Bantamweight World Championship.

In the main event of ONE: REIGN OF KINGS, Filipino dynamo Kevin “The Silencer” Belingon derailed Martin Nguyen’s goal to become a three-division world champion by outclassing the ONE Featherweight and Lightweight World Champion with his striking superiority. With his hometown crowd cheering behind him, Belingon effortlessly picked Nguyen apart in the stand-up, jolting the two-division titleholder with stunning left hooks and perfectly-executed spinning back kicks. In the end, all three judges scored the bout in favor of Belingon to win by unanimous decision after an intense five-round affair, bringing home the ONE Interim Bantamweight World Championship.

Kevin Belingon, ONE Interim Bantamweight World Champion, stated: “I can’t explain this feeling, I’m the happiest athlete tonight. Thank you to all the people who came out to support me, and of course to ONE Championship, my team, my coaches and trainers, and my teammates. To Martin [Nguyen], it was an honor fighting you. You’re such a great athlete and champion. I trained very hard for this fight, just to get this belt. I’m proud to be a champion representing the Philippines. My friend Bibiano [Fernandes], I respect him as a champion, but we’re in the same weight class and I’m the top contender. So there is no escape in facing me. I hope you recover fast and we can make the fight this year.”

In the co-main event of the evening, former ONE Lightweight World Champion Shinya “Tobikan Judan” Aoki of Japan smoothly steered to a first-round stoppage victory over Thai martial arts superstar Shannon “OneShin” Wiratchai. It quickly became the beginning of the end for Wiratchai just minutes into the first round, as he was effortlessly taken down by Aoki. On the mat, Aoki barely gave Wiratchai room to breathe, raining down a torrent of punishing elbows that compelled the referee to step in and call a halt to the contest. The victory earned Aoki GoDaddy Knockout of the Night honors.

Brazilian legend Renzo Gracie made a triumphant return to mixed martial arts competition after eight long years, having his hand raised in victory at the expense of Japanese martial arts pioneer Yuki Kondo. Following a lengthy feeling-out process between the two grizzled veterans in the first round, Gracie shifted gears in the second frame and immediately drove his foe to the mat. Taking Kondo’s back, Gracie fastened a wrenching rear naked choke with no hesitation, which left his opponent no choice but to tap.

Hometown hero Eduard “Landslide” Folayang of Baguio City, Philippines turned in another complete performance, earning a unanimous decision win over previously unbeaten Aziz Pahrudinov of Russia. Folayang operated behind a relentless stream of leg kicks that left Pahrudinov hampered throughout the three-round contest. Connecting on his combinations with laser-like precision, Folayang dominated the bout as the three judges sitting cageside awarded him the victory.

International grappling superstar Garry “The Lion Killer” Tonon of the United States was successful in his second appearance in the ONE Championship cage, defeating Rahul “The Kerala Krusher” Raju of India via submission in round three. After testing his striking abilities for the majority of the first two rounds, Tonon went back to his strengths in the third, taking the action to the canvas where he fastened a deep rear naked choke to seal the deal.

After falling short in his ONE Super Series debut two months ago, two-time Muay Thai World Champion Chris Ngimbi sought the redemption that he desired, edging out Armen Petrosyan via split decision in their three-round catch weight kickboxing showdown. Although Petrosyan kept himself aggressive all throughout the contest, Ngimbi landed the more telling blows from bell to bell, which was enough to persuade two of three cageside judges to score in his favor.

In a ONE Super Series Muay Thai contest, former ONE Warrior Series entrant Panicos Yusuf of Cyprus earned a unanimous decision victory over Han Zi Hao of China after a gruelling three-round affair. Operating behind a sound game plan and well-placed strikes, Yusuf countered Han consistently with a myriad of combinations off the back foot. In the end, all three judges scored the bout in favor of Yusuf.

Former ONE World Title challenger Joshua “The Passion” Pacio of the Philippines notched his third-straight victory, authoring a spectacular submission victory over rising Thai superstar Pongsiri Mitsatit in the first round. After an emphatic slam to the canvas, Pacio finished the job with a straining armlock, leaving Mitsatit with no other choice but to tap.

Former Lumpinee and Rajadamnern Stadium World Champion Chamuaktong Fightermuaythai of Thailand showcased his world-class striking skills, defeating challenger Brown Pinas of the Netherlands via unanimous decision. Making his ONE Super Series debut, Chamuaktong dazzled, putting his treacherous Muay Thai clinch game on full display, while connecting on a plethora of elbows and knees from close quarters. All three judges scored the bout in favor of Chamuaktong after three rounds.

Filipino martial arts veteran Rene Catalan emerged as an early crowd favorite, bringing the Mall of Asia Arena crowd to their feet with a rousing performance. Over the course of three rounds, Catalan exhibited dynamic striking, feints, sweeping low leg kicks, and a powerful left hook that had highly-regarded opponent Stefer Rahardian of Indonesia in trouble on multiple occasions. In the end, all three judges scored the bout in favor of Catalan to win by unanimous decision.

Kicking off ONE: REIGN OF KINGS was Chinese featherweight sensation “The Stalker” Xie Bin. After a brief grappling exchange on the mat, Xie made quick work of Cambodia’s Sor Sey, finishing with a deep guillotine choke that put his opponent to sleep early in the first round.

Official results for ONE: REIGN OF KINGS

ONE Interim Bantamweight World Championship bout: Kevin Belingon defeats Martin Nguyen by Unanimous Decision (UD) after 5 rounds

Lightweight bout: Shinya Aoki defeats Shannon Wiratchai by TKO (Strikes) at 2:16 minutes of round 1

Welterweight bout: Renzo Gracie defeats Yuki Kondo by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) at 1:40 minutes of round 2

Lightweight bout: Eduard Folayang defeats Aziz Pahrudinov by Unanimous Decision (UD) after 3 rounds

Lightweight bout: Garry Tonon defeats Rahul Raju by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) at 3:27 minutes of round 3

ONE Super Series (Muay Thai) Catch Weight (72.5kg) bout: Chris Ngimbi defeats Armen Petrosyan by Split Decision (SD) after 3 rounds

ONE Super Series (Muay Thai) Bantamweight bout: Panicos Yusuf defeats Han Zi Hao by Unanimous Decision (UD) after 3 rounds

Strawweight bout: Joshua Pacio defeats Pongsiri Mitstatit by Submission (Armlock) at 3:37 minutes of round 1

ONE Super Series (Muay Thai) Catch Weight (68.0kg) bout: Chamuaktong Fightermuaythai defeats Brown Pinas by Unanimous Decision (UD) after 3 rounds

Strawweight bout: Rene Catalan defeats Stefer Rahardian by Unanimous Decision (UD) after 3 rounds

Featherweight bout: Xie Bin defeats Sor Sey by Submission (Guillotine) at 1:55 minutes of round 1

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#UAAP81: It All Begins this September 8!

Finally after months of waiting the 81st season of the University Athletics Association of the Philippines is about to open this September 8! With a theme "It All Begins Here", this seasons hosts' National University is about to pay homage to UAAP being the place where all the greats came from. 

The opening ceremonies will be held at the Mall of Asia Arena, and looks like the opening games will almost be the same as last season with #1 seed battling the #3 team and #2 will face the #4 with that case it will be Ateneo vs Adamson and La Salle vs FEU, while #5 team will face #7 and #6 will face #8 that's UP vs UE and NU vs UST in the opening weekend.

More updates in the coming weeks as we get closer to the opening weekend. 

Kevin Belingon, three other Pinoys reign supreme in #ReignOfKings

Kevin Belingon foiled the ambition of two division world champion Martin Nguyen after he defeated the latter via unanimous decision to take the Interim Bantamweight Title at the One Championship:  Reign of Kings held at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City, Friday night.

Aside from Belingon, Eduard Folayang emerges victorious in dealing his Russian foe its first loss after winning the match via Unanimous Decision, Joshua Pacio earned another impressive win after he submits his Thai opponent, and Rene Catalan also won over his undefeated Indonesian foe via unanimous decision.

With Belingon's win, the Philippines is now the winning-est country in One Championship with 5 world champions.

#NCAA94 Day 8: Letran repulses JRU, Arellano upsets San Sebastians in Overtime, Lyceum trounces Mapua

The Letran Knights came to win in the first game of the Friday triple header of the 94th season of the NCAA after they beat up the struggling JRU Heavy Bombers 74-58.

Trailing behind by 8 in the opening period didn't let the Knights down as they take over the second period with a huge 20-9 output to take a 39-31 lead at the end of the first half.

There's no looking back for Letran as they enter the second half pushing their lead up by 27 points to keep the Heavy Bombers away.

Christian Fajarito and Larry Muyang led the way for the Knights with both having 14 points respectively in this game.

Jed Mendoza on the other hand led JRU with 16 points, Leo Esguerra added 11 points and 10 rebounds, while RJ David contributed 10 points.

Letran improves their record to 2-1, while JRU drops their 4th straight game to remain win-less in the tournament.
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Levi Dela Cruz saves the game for Arellano as his clutch triple gave the Chiefs an 82-81 win to foil San Sebastians could be back to back victory.

It was a seesaw battle between the Chiefs and the Stags with the Chiefs taking the lead in the first half, while the Stags taking over the second half.up until the end, but Rence Alcoriza manages to force an overtime as he ties the game at 72.

Ian Alban led the scoring for the Chiefs with 18 points, Rence Alcoriza added 15 points, while Levi Dela Cruz contributed 10 points including the game winning three pointer.

Michael Calisaan's season high performance of 28 points and 17 rebounds didn't materialize for San Sebastian, JM Calma added 15 points and 12 rebounds, Alvin Capobres and Arjan Dela Cruz added 12 and 10 points respectively.

Arellano improved their record to 2-1, while San Sebastian drops to 2-3.
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The Lyceum Pirates dodges Mapua Cardinals after they beat them 94-81 to keep their slate clean after 5 games.

 It was an almost dominant win for the Pirates again, but they didn't get through that W in an easy manner as the Cardinals pushed their luck to make it hard for Lyceum after they take over the game in the second half.

The Pirates were able to establish a 15 point wall to keep the Cardinals chasing in the second half.

CJay Perez top scored with 19 points, Mike Nzeusseu had 16 points and 16 rebounds, Jaycee Marcelio added 13 markers and Jesper Ayaay contributed 11 points.

Laurenz Victoria top scored for Mapua with 20 points followed by Eric Jabel with 18 points. 

No Philippines in Asian Games 2018 says SBP(Samahang Basketball ng Pilipinas)

After the controversial brawl between the Gilas Pilipinas and Australoa Boomers a few weeks ago and receiving lots of penalties, suspension, fines, and as well being under probation from FIBA, the Samahang Basketball ng Pilipinas has decided not to participate in the upcoming Asian Games in Jakarta/Palembang, Indonesia next month. That was despite the efforts of Rain or Shine owners Terry Que and Raymund Yu to sponsor a team that will be mostly composed of players from Rain or Shine.

The Philippines placed 7th in the last Asian Games back in 2014 held in Incheon, South Korea and last won a title in the Asian Games back in Indonesia in 1962. Meanwhile here's the full statement of SBP. 

#NCAA94 Day 7: Perpetual Help emerged victorious at the home court of the Generals

The University of Perpetual Help went home to Las Pinas triumphant after the escape past the Emilio Aguinaldo College in their own home court 76-74.


The Altas banked on the services of  Edgar Charcos who poured in 22 points in this game along with Prince Eze who had a huge 15 points and 22 rebounds outing in this match, game winner Kim Aurin added 12 points and 8 assists, while Rey Peralta added 11 markers for the Altas.

Maui Cruz top scored on the side of EAC, having 18 points followed by Jerome Garcia with 17 markers. Hamadou Laminou and Jan Natividad added 12 and 10 points respectively.

Kygo Live In Manila

The hottest electronic dance musician in the world will finally play on the Manila stage on October 25 as part of his Kids In Love World Tour. His latest song Born to Be Yours with Imagine Dragons has been a consistent No.1 on iTunes for over five consecutive weeks.

Kygo is a world-renowned Norwegian producer, songwriter, DJ and music marvel who has turned himself into an international sensation in a span of three short years. He was crowned Spotify’s Breakout Artist of 2015, as songs including “Firestone (feat. Conrad Sewell)” and “Stole The Show (feat. Parson James),” which was certified gold or platinum in sixteen countries, helped him become the fastest artist in history to reach 1 billion streams on Spotify. Kygo’s first album, Cloud Nine, debuted at #1 on iTunes Dance Albums Chart and at #1 on Nielsen Soundscan’s Electronic Albums chart. The album received tons of positive attention from critics, one of which was Rolling Stone who called it “unfailingly gorgeous.” Kygo made his U.S. television debut on The Late Late Show with James Corden where he performed an acoustic version of “Stole The Show (feat. Parson James).” He has since booked several high-profile gigs such as Good Morning America, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Additionally, Kygo landed on the cover of Billboard Magazine last year surrounding his colossal success. His Selena Gomez collaboration “It Ain’t Me” remains his most successful single to date, reaching Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and has amassed over 736 million Spotify streams as of writing with USA Today declaring the song one of 2017’s most potent contenders for the official song of summer, explaining that the tropical house-flavored beats “scream summer.” His single, “First Time” with Ellie Goulding charted at #1 on iTunes in 14 countries and debuted at #9 on the Billboard Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart, and the music video has garnered over 55 million views. OnSeptember 22nd, Kygo released his Stargazing EP which included new tracks ‘Stargazing,’ ‘This Town,’ and a collaboration with U2, ‘You’re The Best Thing About Me’ rounded out with ‘It Ain’t Me’ and ‘First Time.’ His latest album, “Kids in Love,” debuted at #1 on BIllboard’s Top Dance/Electronic Albums chart. All eight tracks from his sophomore album hit Billboard’s Hot Dance/Electronic Songs, bringing Kygo’s total number of charted titles to 25.

Kygo’s Kids In Love Tour Manila is produced by Ovation Productions, the same promoters of Swedish House Mafia and the annual Road To Ultra Festival that has featured the best EDM artists in the world such as Skrillex, Zedd, Hardwell, Alesso, Fedde Legrand, Tiesto, among others.

            (Media partners are FOX, FOXLife, FOX Filipino, MYX, Philippine Star, Manila Bulletin, Business Mirror, Wish 107.5, 105.1 Crossover, Monster RX 93.1, Mellow 94.7, 96.3 Easyrock, Barangay LS 97.1, Manilascope, Click The City, One Music PH, LionhearTV, PEP, When In Manila, 8list, Manila Concert Scene, Philippine Concerts, and Soundcheck Manila. Ticket Prices are P6,200/ P5,140/ P4,080/ P3,020/ P1,150. For SVIP tables, please contact 0917-1495959 or 0928-5025959. Tickets available via www.smtickets.com and regular SM Tickets outlets or call SM Tickets +632 470-2222 or Ovation Productions +632 532-8883.)

Alden Richards is Primetime's Newest Superhero "Victor Magtanggol"

Expect no less than the best from GMA Network with the launch of the highly-anticipated and ground-breaking telefantasya, Victor Magtanggol. 

Inspired by the Norse Mythology, the drama series features the country’s most respected and talented artists headlined by Kapuso prime actor Alden Richards who is all set to take on an extraordinary mission of protecting good from evil as Victor Magtanggol. 

Making the series even grander are the actors in the mythological world: John Estrada as Loki, the god of deception who wants to get hold of the Mjolnir to use its power to create monstrous offsprings; Andrea Torres as Sif, the last wife of Thor and the golden-haired goddess of love and family who trains Victor how to control his powers and use the Mjolnir; Pancho Magno as Modi, Thor's son and the god of battle who will eventually be one of Victor’s greatest rivals; Miguel Faustman as Magni/Magnus, the other son of Thor who kept the Mjolnir and with the special participation of Conan Stevens as Thor, the god of thunder and owner of the powerful hammer, Mjolnir. 

Joining the powerhouse ensemble are the important characters in Victor’s life: The Magtanggol Family of Victor with Al Tantay as Tomas Magtanggol, a loving father to Victor and his siblings; Chynna Ortaleza as Lynette Magtanggol-Domingo, the strict yet caring older sister of Victor; Dion Ignacio as Perci Domingo, the devoted and funny husband of Lynette; Lindsay De Vera as Anne Magtanggol, the kikay cosplayer and younger sister of Victor; Reese Tuazon as Honeylyn, Anne’s best friend; Yuan Francisco as Meloy Domingo, the sole child of Lynette and Perci and the first one to know the secret identity of his uncle Victor; and playing a very important role is Ms. Coney Reyes as Vivienne, the mother of Victor who got separated from him after a long time.

Playing equally vital roles are the members of the Regalado Family: Eric Quizon as Hector Regalado, the ambitious and hungry for power politician; Freddie Webb as Renato Regalado, the father of Hector; Maritoni Fernandez as Alice Regalado, the second wife of Hector; Kristoffer Martin as Lance Espiritu, the brooding and enigmatic stepson of Hector; and Janine Gutierrez as Gwen Regalado,  Hector’s daughter who becomes a field reporter covering news about Hammerman. Eventually, she falls in love with him. 

Victor works as an OFW to look for his mother Vivienne (Coney Reyes).  He becomes friends with Magnus (Miguel Faustman), the curator of the museum where he works for. Magnus’ life will be jeopardized because of Loki (John Estrada). Victor will find out that Magnus is not a mortal being and he is the god Magni and one of Thor’s sons. Before Magnus dies, he will give Victor a magical compass that will lead Victor to a mysterious mountain. Victor will find an iron gauntlet that will allow him to use the Mjolnir, the powerful hammer of Thor (Conan Stevens). 

Victor comes home to the Philippines and becomes Hammerman, the courageous superhero of his town. In his adventures, he battles monsters and form alliances with Norse gods in order to protect the people he loves from the schemes of Loki. 

The creative team of the TV series is composed of headwriter Denoy Punio with writers Glaiza Ramirez, Ken De Leon, brainstormers Marlon Miguel, Erwin Bravo and concept creator Jules Katanyag.

Leading the team are creative director Roy Iglesias, creative consultants Suzette Doctolero, and Dode Cruz. 

This original series, created by the GMA Drama group, is headed by the SVP for Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable, VP for Drama Redgie A. Magno, AVP for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy, Program Manager Nini Matilac and Executive Producer Mona Mayuga.

Singing the theme song “Superhero Mo” is popular rap group Ex Battalion featuring Alden Richards. 

Dominic Zapata, who has helmed top-rating GMA programs such as Mulawin, Darna, Captain Barbell, My Husband’s Lover and Alyas Robin Hood, directs Victor Magtanggol. 

Witness the action-packed journey of the newest modern day superhero Victor Magtanggol beginning July 30 on GMA Telebabad. 

Get the latest updates about Victor Magtanggol from the official Facebook page of GMA Drama www.facebook.com/GMADrama, Twitter account @GMADrama and the GMA Network website www.GMANetwork.com.

Kapuso viewers from across the globe can also catch their favorite Kapuso shows via GMA’s international channels GMA Pinoy TV, GMA Life TV, and GMA News TV International. For the program guide, visit www.gmapinoytv.com.

Star Magic Introduces First Video Making Contest "Lights, Camera, Magic"

Star Magic, the local entertainment industry’s premier talent management and development agency, is pushing the envelope further byformally opening its doors to a different kind of talent through the video-making contest—Lights, Camera, Magic.

​As a brainchild of the agency’s Chairman Emeritus Johnny Manahan, Lights, Camera, Magic (LCM) is essentially Star Magic’s very own contribution to ABS-CBN’s continued exploration of the digital platformand an effort to acknowledge the presence of the growing audience online.

For 26 years, Star Magic has paved the way for artists to express their talent in the performance arts, this time, LCM seeks to provide a venue for learning and collaboration for the new breed and aspiring storytellers,together with the industry experts and the brightest stars under Star Magic’s respected roster.

The tilt is open to amateur storytellers and digital content creators, 18-years-old and above, of any nationality from in and outside of the country, who have a 2-3 minute narrative video that reveals not only their unique and strong stories, but also their creative and technical expertise.

​Twenty (20) shortlisted entries will be selected by a screening team composed of Star Magic’s homegrown and prized talents such as Ultimate Heartthrob Piolo Pascual, actors-turned-directors Nash Aguas and Khalil Ramos, character actors Janus del Prado and Gawad Urian recipientKetchup Eusebio, digital content producer and vlogger Renee Dominique and led by Star Magic’s very own, Johnny Manahan.

​After which, three finalists would be determined via online voting and by the jury composed of some of the industry’s pioneers namely: Leo Katigbak, Head of ABS-CBN’s Special Projects and Film Restoration, Ronald Arguelles head of Channel Management—Cinema One and Velvet channels, and Ice Idanan, independent film director of “Sakaling Hindi Makarating,” “Ania ‘ti nagan mo” and “Limang Libo.” 

Young and sought-after directors JP Habac (“I’m Drunk I Love You,”“Maria” and “Oktopus”), Victor Villanueva (“Patay Na Si Hesus,” “Ang Nanay Ni Justin Barber,” “Abot-kamay” and upcoming movie “Kusina King”) and Mikhail Red (“Birdshot,” “Neomanila,” “Rekorder,” and upcoming movies “Eerie” and “Block Z”) are also joining the esteemedjury.

Aside from winning P50,000 in cash, the finalists’ would have the full experience of developing their submitted entries into a 15-minute short video for digital entertainment; while being mentored by one of the three aforementioned young directors and with Star Magic artists as their videos’ headlining stars. Interested participants may send their entries starting July 29 until August 25. Meanwhile, the top 20 finalists would be named after the voting period that runs from September 7 to September 19.

Get to know more about Star Magic’s latest milestone Lights, Camera, Magic by visiting lightscameramagic.ph or by following Star Magic’s official social media accounts to stay in the know about Lights, Camera, Magic.