“Unbreak My Heart,” the first collaboration of GMA Network and ABS-CBN Corporation with an ensemble cast - starring Jodi, Richard, Gabbi, and Joshua, airs on TV on GMA, online on GMANetwork.com, iWantTFC, and Viu

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The much-awaited and historic collaboration of GMA Network and ABS-CBN is here!“Unbreak My Heart” Premieres on GMA this May 29; streams 48 hours before TV broadcast on GMANetwork.com, iWantTFC, and Viu

Jodi Sta. Maria, Richard Yap, Gabbi Garcia, and Joshua Garcia push the bounds of forbidden love that may break the hearts of those they hold dear in “Unbreak My Heart,” the first collaboration of GMA Network and ABS-CBN Corporation with an ensemble cast led by their formidable stars.

The romantic-drama series premieres this May 29 on GMA Telebabad, Pinoy Hits, and I Heart Movies at 9:35 PM from Mondays to Thursdays, 11:25 PM on GTV, and it is also available on GMA Pinoy TV and TFC. It will also stream 48 hours before its TV broadcast in the Philippines on GMANetwork.com and iWantTFC, as well as in 16 territories outside of the Philippines on Viu beginning on May 27.

“Unbreak My Heart” follows the compelling story of Rose (Jodi), a woman who is desperate to heal her shattered heart and atone for her sins by rebuilding the family that she has lost. In her journey, she falls in love and gets entangled in a May-September love affair with the charming Renz (Joshua), an equally wounded soul who helps Rose fill the void in her heart.

Later on, Renz falls in love with a young and beautiful girl named Alex (Gabbi), who sees Renz as her knight in shining armor and is willing to fight for her love for him.

As Rose, Renz, and Alex get caught in a love triangle, their relationships will be thwarted with even more pain and suffering as their lives take a darker turn when Matt (Richard) meddles with their affairs in order to protect his family.

Will Rose fight for Renz even if Alex is already in his life? Will Rose get the forgiveness she’s been longing for or will Matt make her face the consequences of her sins?

“Unbreak My Heart,” which was shot in the scenic locations of Switzerland, Italy, and the Philippines, is directed by Emmanuel Q. Palo and Dolly Dulu and produced by Dreamscape Entertainment. The series also stars industry veterans Laurice Guillen, Eula Valdes, Sunshine Cruz, Nikki Valdez, Romnick Sarmenta, and Victor Neri, with Dionne Monsanto, PJ Endrinal, Maey Bautista, Marvin Yap, and Mark Rivera, and up-and-coming young actors Will Ashley, Jeremiah Lisbo, and Bianca de Vera.

The official soundtrack of “Unbreak My Heart” will feature songs by Christian Bautista, Bey, and Moira dela Torre.

Don’t miss the premiere of “Unbreak My Heart” on GMA Telebabad, Pinoy Hits, and I Heart Movies this May 29 at 9:35 PM, 11:25 PM on GTV, and stream it 48 hours before its TV broadcast this May 27 on GMANetwork.com, iWantTFC, and Viu. The series is also available on GMA Pinoy TV and TFC.

Jodi Sta. Maria is torn between two lovers in Star Cinema's 'The Achy Breaky Hearts!'

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Help Jodi choose between two handsome gentlemen in 'The Achy Breaky Hearts' this coming June 29 in theaters nationwide.

Directed by Antoinette Jadaone, "The Achy Breaky Hearts" starring Ian Veneracion, Richard Yap, and Jodi Sta. Maria.

In the story, Jodi is Chinggay, a smart, beautiful, and successful woman in her 30s who's had not a boyfriend for seven years until Frank (Richard), Chinggay's ex-boyfriend for four years and Ryan (Ian), who Chinggay helped after his engagement proposal got rejected, entered her heart.

Chinggay (Jodi Sta. Maria), a jewelry shop manager, is one of the single women who feels the pressure to find love. She goes out on dates with men but none of them seem to make the cut. You may blame her high standards but the pain from her previous relationship could also be affecting her judgment on men. Now, her love life is suffering a drought for seven years.

Everything changes when suddenly, two men are interested to be with her. Ryan (Ian Veneracion) and Frank (Richard Yap).

Chinggay finds herself torn between two kinds of love. Will she choose one over the other? Or will she realize that the love that she needs won’t come from either?

Other casts are Beauty Gonzalez, Sarah Lahbati, Desiree Del Valle, Erika Padilla, Denise Joaquin, Khalil Ramos, Shamaine Buencamino, Miles Ocampo, Liza Lorena, Rey 'PJ' Abellana, John Spainhour, Elizabeth Ty Chua.

"The Achy Breaky Hearts"is helmed by blockbuster 'hugot' director Antoinette Jadaone, opens In cinemas starting June 29, 2016. 

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31st Star Awards for Movies 2015 Winners: Nora, Gretchen, Piolo, John Lloyd, Richard Yap, and Bimby Yap received top awards

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Nora Aunor, Gretchen Barretto, Piolo, John Lloyd, Richard Yap, and Bimby Yap received top awards during the 31st Philippine Movie Press Club Star Awards for Movies held Sunday night, March 8, at The Theatre, Solaire.

Nora Aunor, Movie Actress of the Year

Piolo and John Lloyd were both named Movie Actor of the Year. Piolo won the award for his role in "Starting Over Again," while John Lloyd got the nod for his performance in "The Trial."

Kim Chui, Iza Calsado, Xian Lim and Pops Fernandez hosted this year's PMPC Awards night. 'The Voice PH' co-host Robi Domingo served as segment host.

Bimby Yap with mom Kris Aquino at the 31st Star Awards for Movies ( Photo : darlasauler)

Here is the full list of winners of the 31st Star Awards for Movies: 

Nora Aunor Lifetime Achievement Award: Celia Rodriguez 

Best Movie of the Year: Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo 

Best Indie Movie of the Year: The Janitor

Movie Actress of the Year: Nora Aunor (Dementia)

Movie Actor of the Year: John Lloyd Cruz (The Trial) and Piolo Pascual (Starting Over Again) 

Movie Director of the Year: Enzo Williams (Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo) 

Indie Movie Director of the Year: Michael Tuviera (The Janitor) 

Movie Supporting Actress: Gretchen Barretto and Sylvia Sanchez (The Trial) 

Movie Supporting Actor: Nicco Manalo (The Janitor) 

New Movie Actor: Richard Yap (The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin) 

New Movie Actress: Sofia Andres (Relaks, It's Just Pag-ibig) 

Movie Child Performer: Miggs Cuaderno (Asintado) and Bimby Yap (The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin) 

Movie Screenwriter: Ricardo Lee, Enrico Santos and Kriz Gazmen (The Trial) 

Movie Cinematographer: Carlo Mendoza (Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo) 

Indie Movie Screenwriter: Arlyn Dela Cruz (Maratabat: Pride and Honor) 

Indie Movie Cinematographer: Rain Yamson (Magkakabaung)

Indie Movie Original Theme Song: "Sige Lang Nang Sige" with Lyrics by Bibeth Orteza, Music by Myke Solomon, Interpreted by Aiza Seguerra, Rafa Siguion-Reyna and Cris Villonco (Hari ng Tondo) 

Indie Movie Production Designer: Chito Sumera (Mga Kuwentong Barbero: Barber's Tales) 

Indie Movie Editor: Tara Illenberger (The Janitor) 

Movie Original Theme Song: "Hindi Pa Tapos" Composed and performed by Gloc-9, arranged by Paulo Zarate (Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo) 

Movie Editor: Benjamin Tolentino (Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo) 

Movie Production Designer: Roy Lachica and Joel Bilbao (Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo) 

Movie Sound Engineer: Albert Michael Idioma (Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo) 

Movie Musical Scorer: Von de Guzman (Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo)

Indie Movie Musical Scorer: Von de Guzman (Dementia) 

Indie Movie Sound Engineer: Albert Michael Idioma and Alex Tomboc (The Janitor) 

Special Awards

• Darling of the Press: Vicky Morales
• Nora Aunor Ulirang Artista Lifetime Achievement Award: Ms. Celia Rodriguez.
• Ulirang Alagad Ng Pelikula Sa Likod Ng Kamera Lifetime Achievement Award: Maryo J. delos Reyes
• Face of the Night: Iñigo Pascual and Kylie Padilla 
• Male Star of the Night: Julian Estrada Female Star of the Night: Sofia Andres

The 31st Star Awards for Movies is a blocktime production of Airtime Marketing, Inc., headed by producer Tess Celestino-Howard, in cooperation with the Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) under the leadership of Mr. Joe Barrameda, current President and Over-All Chairman.

The PMPC Star Awards honors the best Filipino movies of 2014 for the mainstream and indie film categories.Telecast of the awards night is on Sunday, March 22, 2015 on ABS-CBN's Sunday's Best.

Avon welcomes 2015 with a fragrance for men inspired by newest brand ambassador Richard Yap

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Avon, the leading global beauty provider, and number one fragrance brand in the Philippines, welcomes 2015 with a fragrance for men. Known as the company for women, Avon developed this powerful and captivating fragrance for men designed to charm and capture the hearts of women. 

The unveiling of the newest signature scent RY was held today, January 21at The Blackbird in Ayala Triangle, Makati City, also launched Richard Yap as the newest and the first man ambassador of Avon in the country. 

Avon chosen the 47-year-old actor and businessman to become the face of its latest scent, RY- inspired by the persona that is Richard Yap - one of the most in-demand male personalities in the country today, the man most women from all over the country swoon over.

Emie Aguilar-Nierves, Avon Philippines’ acting general manager, is all praises with the newest endorser. 

“Richard is without a doubt a force to be reckoned with, taking the country by storm in movies, TV and print, among others. These, coupled with his successful business ventures and a happy family life make him an inspiration for all,”  Aguilar-Nierves said.

“We are very happy to introduce RY for all the men who want to exude Richard’s charisma, and of course, to women who love their men and want them to feel and smell great,” Aguilar-Nierves added.

Yap’s appeal in TV, movies, and various endorsements has been known to come from the celebrity’s positive tension in his character - formal but approachable, mysterious yet relaxed.

“I’ve grown to love the warmth of the Avon family of which I am now happily a part of. I am honored to be one the brand ambassadors for Avon Fragrance,” Yap said.

“It’s an absolute honor to be noticed by such a well-loved and iconic brand as Avon. I would like to thank Avon for giving me the chance to represent the brand. It’s a point of pride to be part of the Avon family and to have a fragrance that sports my initials,” Yap shared.

Avon’s Category Manager for Fragrance Carmina Decena, added that, “RY is a fragrance that reflects the personality and charisma of our man of the hour - elegant, mysterious, assertive, relaxed, magnetic and inspiring.”

Decena added “RY reminds us women of a man whom we fall in love with despite the many contradictions - arrogantly confident yet full of charm, formal yet approachable. Successful, charming and debonair, he embodies the kind of man they dream of.”

Today’s one of the hottest leading man, Richard became popular as “Papa Chen” in My Binondo Girl and “Sir Chief” in Be Careful With My Heart, will capture more hearts with his newest role as Avon Brand Ambassador for his signature scent, RY.

• The newest signature fragrance – RY, inspired by Richard Yap, RY is a powerful and captivating fragrance that will surely charm and capture the hearts of women.

• Handsome, Mysterious, Magnetic, - RY is a scent that encapsulates the charisma and appeal of celebrity Richard Yap.

• RY boasts of a fresh and woody scent. It is subtle and sophisticated, yet creates an aura that invites curiosity and a sense of mystery.

• The simplicity of the bottle and name of the fragrance is an embodiment that one’s presence need not be loud to be acknowledged and be truly felt

• RY embodies the essence of a confident and successful man, the kind every woman desires. The fresh and woody notes of this fragrance for men charms while leaving an air of mystery that keeps one guessing and wanting more.

As the company for women, Avon prides in being committed to knowing what women need and want. Coming up with the new RY scent is our way of providing them with the product that they want for the men in their lives.” the Aguilar-Nierves further added.

“We’re very thrilled in welcoming Richard Yap to our family. Richard is an inspiration for many as a celebrity, businessman and family man. We look forward to our Avon representatives meeting him in our sales events.”

Being as the newest celebrity addition to their formidable endorser roster, Richard joins the ranks of Anne Curtis, Angel Locsin, Georgina Wilson, Isabelle Daza, Solenn Heussaff, Julia Montes, and Xian Lim who comprise the powerhouse Avon celebrity roster.

RY is available nationwide starting January 16, 2015.Visit www.avon.com.ph to find out how you can get in touch with an Avon Representative.

About Avon

Avon, the company for women, is a leading global beauty company, with $10 billion in annual revenue. As one of the world's largest direct sellers, Avon is sold through more than 6 million active independent Avon Sales Representatives. Avon products are available in over 100 countries, and the product line includes color cosmetics, skincare, fragrance, and fashion and home products, featuring such well-recognized brand names as Avon Color, ANEW, Imari, Sweet Honesty, Skin-So-Soft, Advance Techniques, and mark. Learn more about Avon and its products at www.avon.com.ph

Richard Yap with "The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin"

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"The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin" comes out this Christmas as Star Cinema and ViVa Films offering in the 40th Metro Manila Film Festival. 

Vice Ganda returns as the reluctant soldier-turned-hero Benjie in the sequel to the 2011 box-office hit "The Unkabogable Praybeyt Benjamin."

We had an exclusive interview with Richard in a blog conference yesterday at the Star Cinema office, ELJ Bldg. Abs-Cbn Compound, Quezon CIty.

Richard said that this is the first time he work with Direk Wenn Deramas. "We've never worked together in a movie so this is my first time with most of the stars. With Direk Wenn you have to be very fast, how he works, you really have to pick up the pace. We already talked about making a movie before but that was shelved because of Be Careful With My Heart that we were supposed to do this year. I wasn't apprehensive because I know they were going to help me."

He was asked how did he work with Bimby? (Kris Aquino's son)

"It was also a nice experience working with Bimby. Bimby is like our baby in the set. He did all the things Direk Wenn told him to do."

"I'm excited! This is going to be the most exciting movie you'll watch this Christmas," he said.

"We'll be flying to Vietnam by the way on Monday to meet the fans there," Richard shared. 

Here''s the Synposis of the the story:

After defeating the terrorists led by Billy Aladdin, the once humble Private BENJAMIN (Vice Ganda) has become the Philippine’s unkabogable soldier and a worldwide sensation. Inevitably, he rises from the ranks and in no time becomes the incredible, unbeatable, and unreachable soldier. To prepare him better, Benjamin is assigned under a new general, WILSON CHUA (Richard Yap). However, Private Benjamin committed a BIG mistake. Benjamin is about to be dismissed from service when Gen. Chua saves him by giving him a mission – to be the private security of a brat kid B2 (Bimby Aquino Yap). As he watches over B2, Benjamin finds himself clashing with MISTY, General Chua’s daughter, and the meddlesome housemaid GUNDINA. However, as he gets to know B2 more, he learns that the B2 is a kid deprived of love from family – something that he has ignored in his quest to be on top again. Will he succeed in his new mission?

Joining Vice Ganda in the movie are Alex Gonzaga, Vandolph Quizon, Nikki Valdez, Kean Cipriano, DJ Durano and Ricky Rivero.

"The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin" was directed by Wenn Deramas, who was also behind the original, and co-produced with Viva Films.

It will compete against other movies in the main section of the 40th Metro Manila Film Festival, which will kick off on Christmas Day.

The other entries are: "Feng Shui," "Shake, Rattle & Roll 14," "Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo," "My Big Bossing," "Kubot: The Aswang Chronicles 2," "Magnum Muslim .357," and "English Only, Please."

"Sir Chief" Richard Yap taps into his inner health

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By taking care of his inner health, Richard Yap says, “I am able to live more and live young.”

Richard was already taking the product for over five years even before he was tapped to serve as C-Lium’s brand ambassador. 

It is undeniable that Richard Yap’s rise to fame has been quite monumental. From playing Papa Chen in the primetime soap Binondo Girl, Richard is now known as the well-adored Sir Chief in the daytime “kiligserye” Please Be Careful with My Heart.

His love story with Maya, played by Jodie Sta. Maria, has become the talk of the town: from their first hug to their first kiss to their eventual marriage. It’s no wonder that the soap has been going strong in Philippine television for more than a year.

Despite the pressures that come with being a celebrity, Richard looks great for his age. His skin glows, his looks are youthful and healthy, and his body is very fit. It’s surprising to know that he will celebrate his 47th birthday on May 18 this year.

While it may all look effortless, Richard says that his sense of well-being is a result of making healthy choices. For one, Richard finds the time to exercise, despite the fact that he has only around three to four hours of sleep each day. “I have always been a great fan of exercising whether it be going to the gym or taking up an active sport,” he says.

Paying attention to his diet, Richard is a conscientious eater, trying out a little bit of everything. “I limit my intake of carbs and protein to a certain level,” he says. “I eat five to six small meals a day in order not to gain weight. As much as possible, I shy away from fatty food although I do have my cheat days. I try to consume more fish and chicken whenever possible.”

Richard also supplements his diet with C-Lium Fibre, an all-natural source of soluble and insoluble fiber, which he endorses. “It’s very important since we are always on the go and we are not guaranteed to get enough fiber in our diet everyday,” he says. “Taking C-Lium helps a lot in fulfilling that need.”

According to the US-based National Fiber Council, taking fiber regularly aids in promoting good digestion and helps in weight management. It has also been clinically proven to regulate the absorption of cholesterol and sugar into the system, minimizing the risk for cardiovascular diseases and diabetes, among other life-threatening illnesses. 

Taking a more proactive stance to health is something that Richard believes in. He listens to his body for telltale signs of illness. “If I see there is something which is headed to a certain unhealthy level, I usually address it by changing my diet and eating habits and not waiting until I get sick.”

C-Lium is part of Richard’s health arsenal, which is more crucial now that Richard has to juggle many activities. Aside from being an actor, he is also a husband to Melody Yap and a father to two teen-agers. But Richard knows his priorities very well, and takes his showbiz adventure one day at a time. “Dreams do come true,” he says. “Just don’t be afraid to take the plunge when the opportunity comes.” 

C-Lium Fibre is available in husk and capsule format and is being sold in supermarkets and drugstores nationwide.

ABS-CBN's Top Rating Teleseries "Be Careful with my Heart" World Tour Starting this March!

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"Be Careful with my Heart" is the story about a simple girl MAYA DELA ROSA (Jodi Sta. Maria) who journeys to the big city to follow her dreams to become a flight stewardess to help her family. And meet the handsome SIR CHIEF ( Richard Yap), and family. Maya encounters bigger challenges that will test her strength and will challenge even her own heart.  Because she falls in love with the kids and with Richard himself.

This is ABS-CBN's no.1 daytime "kilig-serye" as we call it, with love and romance comedy that many people fell in love to Maya, Sir Chief, Baby Abby and all characters.

During the Thanksgiving Press Conference held at the ABS-CBN restaurant last February 25, they officially announced that "Be Careful with my Heart" cast led by Jodi Sta. Maria (Maya) and Richard Yap (Sir Chief), is going on a world tour to thank the global Filipinos for their phenomenal support to ABS-CBN's no.1 daytime kilig-serye. Maya, Sir Chief and their families are set to visit Asia, Middle East, USA and Europe starting this March!

The cast will fly to the Middle East in March; USA and Canada in May; Europe in August; and Japan in November.

“Be Careful With My Heart” has changed the daytime viewing of the whole nation since it premiered last July 2012. Now, almost seven months on-air, the show has achieved several milestones. The daytime teleserye enjoyed high TV ratings nationwide that are comparable to primetime shows. Its soundtrack sold so well to achieve a gold status. Its mall shows were such a hit that thousands of fans flock to every event, in any location.

The show was such a big hit that it quickly invaded the digital world as it managed to become a daily hot topic on social networking sites like Twitter, one of the most liked fanpages on Facebook and the most viewed program in the video-on-demand site iWanTV with more than 25 million page views as of January 2013. 

It has also won the hearts of global Filipinos as proven by its record of being the most viewed program on The Filipino Channel’s TFC.TV with 3.2 million page views as of January 2013. The kilig-serye further proved its unique international appeal as it was recently named as one of the finalists in telenovela category of the prestigious 2013 New York Festivals (NYF) World’s Best Television and Film.

Talented and pretty child actress Mutya  Orquia ( Abby)  said that she's so happy to go 
to other countries to thank people watching her in "Be careful with my Heart."

For more details about the world tour, continue to follow “Be Careful With My Heart,” everyday, 11:45am, before “It’s Showtime” on ABS-CBN’s Prime-Tanghali.

Also, don’t miss “Be Careful With My Heart Sabado Rewind” every Saturday, 10am, before “It’s Showtime.”

For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com, follow @becarefulheart on Twitter; and ‘like’ the show’s official Facebook fanpage at www.facebook.com/becarefulwithmyheartofficial.