tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39933686555795881392024-02-20T01:11:56.481-08:00Mariel RodriguezUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-27858172539437955682009-02-16T13:50:00.000-08:002009-02-17T21:58:17.660-08:00Mariel: I'm not pregnant<p>Actress-host <strong>Mariel Rodriguez</strong> vehemently denied reports that she is pregnant by her showbiz sweetheart Zanjoe Marudo. </p> <p>In an interview, Rodriquez said that she's now busy with her superheroine character "Varga" who will soon be part of ABS-CBN's "Mars Ravelo's Presents: Isang Lakas." </p> <p>"Ayaw ni Varga niyan. Mahirap naman yatang tumakbo at makipaglaban sa bad men kung buntis, kaya hindi 'yon totoo," she said. </p> <p>Aside from denying that she's on her way to motherhood, the  "Wowowee" co-host also downplayed issues that she's now living in with Marudo in a condo. "Hindi yan totoo dahil hindi naman sa condominium unit nakatira si Zanjoe," she said. </p> <p>Maria Erlinda Termulo in real life, Rodriguez started her career as a commercial model before she went into hosting. </p> <p>She was also one of the hosts of the reality show "Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition Plus." </p> <p>Rodriguez also appears in several drama and comedy shows on ABS-CBN. With a report from DZMM's Laila Chikadora.</p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-19475645823728211732009-02-03T16:32:00.000-08:002009-02-13T20:06:31.519-08:00Mariel Rodriguez defends Christmas gift of boyfriend Zanjoe Marudo<p>Nang magdesisyon sina Mariel Rodriguez at Zanjoe Marudo na maging open tungkol sa kanilang relationship, marami ang natuwa dahil bihira nga lang naman sa mga artista ang umaamin pagdating sa kanilang love life.</p> <p>Pero sa pagiging bukas nina Mariel at Zanjoe sa kanilang relasyon ay ang paminsan-minsang pagbato rin sa kanila ng mga intriga. Sa katatapos nga na holidays ay may lumabas na kuwento na isang mumurahing silver necklace at Bench gift certicate lang daw ang regalo ni Zanjoe kay Mariel, na endorser naman ng clothing line na Meg.</p> <p>Dinepensahan naman ni Mariel ang boyfriend nang makausap ng PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal) ang TV host last Saturday, January 17, sa dressing room ng <em>Entertainment Live.</em></p> <p>"It's a white-gold heart shaped necklace with diamonds, so I don't know why people make it api. Nahihiya nga ako kay Zanjoe, naaawa ako sa kanya," sabi ni Mariel.</p> <p>Dagdag niya, "I love it and it was not even an issue. Alam mo ba na I was the only person na pinag-isipan ni Zanjoe ng gift? It's a surprise kasi nilagay niya yun sa isang malaking box, tapos nandun sa loob yung gift niya. Iisipin mo, ‘Ano ba ito?' Box na malaki tapos nandun pala sa loob yung necklace."</p> <p>Regarding the gift certificate from Bench, nilinaw naman ni Mariel na biro lang ito ng boyfriend lalo't alam naman nito na endorser siya ng Meg.</p> <p>"Joke niya lang yun, niloloko lang niya ang mga tao," ngiti ni Mariel. "Alam mo naman yun, mahilig magsalita ng kung anu-ano. Sabi ko nga, ‘Sira-ulo talaga ito! Bench, e, Meg endorser ako!' Definitely, hindi siya puwede."</p> <p><strong>THE SECRET OF A HAPPY RELATIONSHIP. </strong>Masaya at kuntento raw si Mariel sa itinatakbo ng relasyon sa boyfriend. Ito ay sa kabila ng busy schedule nila, lalo na raw ni Zanjoe. Mariel realized na ang mas malalim na pang-unawa at suporta ang kailangan ng boyfriend ngayon.</p> <p>"We're okay, we're happy," sabi ni Mariel. "I'm so happy nga for him dahil sobrang busy siya ngayon. <em>Dyosa </em>just ended, mayroon siyang <em>Weddings</em>, <em>Parekoy</em>, and mayroon pang isang soap na big time talaga.</p> <p>"For a relationship like us to work out, kailangan talaga you have to be understanding. He has no time in the world because of his sked."</p> <p><strong>TWO SHOWS.</strong> Happy with her love life and showbiz career, sinabi ni Mariel na sobra niyang mahal at ine-enjoy ang dalawang shows na ipinagkatiwala sa kanya ng ABS-CBN—ang <em>Entertainment Live</em> at <em>Wowowee</em>.</p> <p>"I'm fabulous and I'm very happy!" bulalas ni Mariel. "I love <em>E-Live </em>kasi matagal ko nang kasama ang mga co-host ko dito, so we're very comfortable with each other. Kita mo naman kami ni Luis [Manzano], kumportable kami sa isa't isa. Si Toni [Gonzaga], from the very start pa lang, and si Bianca [Gonzales] na friend ko na ever since. I'm happy with the show and I love it so much. I'm used na sa mga intriga. Kailangan because it's our job, trabaho namin yun.</p> <p>"Magti-three years na kami sa <em>Wowowee</em>. Masaya and nakita ko na ngayon na pamilya talaga kaming lahat, even the staff. So, sobrang mahal ko rin yung show," pagtatapos ni Mariel.</p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-78108054789250682332009-01-26T10:02:00.000-08:002009-02-08T18:24:52.538-08:00Fashion 101 from Mariel & Bianca<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqo6dRSqd7Q9Cvpa54c-afftXYOV41tgvspoUea0zURazH3NEUVgYDvTDo-tU43ylG7S3IC5uCxk_gcQpV7aaUfAPeSSxabLu71SN-LhcQDG5IfdGfwEaAQxPiMVDD5kC-ybQtnWnFEmNE/s1600-h/mariel_bianca.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqo6dRSqd7Q9Cvpa54c-afftXYOV41tgvspoUea0zURazH3NEUVgYDvTDo-tU43ylG7S3IC5uCxk_gcQpV7aaUfAPeSSxabLu71SN-LhcQDG5IfdGfwEaAQxPiMVDD5kC-ybQtnWnFEmNE/s320/mariel_bianca.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5300617637997166306" border="0" /></a><strong>Mariel Rodriguez</strong> <span style="font-weight: bold;">and Bianca Gonzalez</span> offer tips that can make girls and women look like celebrities. Bianca and Mariel are endorsers of Meg Clothing line. Both were commercial and ramp models before showbiz beckoned. On stage and television, Bianca and Mariel are aware that what they wear has an impact on their audience. <p>They feel some kind of responsibility to the public and at the same time they have to express their individuality.</p> <p>“Do not confine yourself to what people say you should wear. Individuality is important. Wear what you feel is comfortable and what is appropriate for the occasion,” says Bianca. And most of the time, girls going out on a first date are always at a quandary on what to wear. Is it dress down or dress up? Does she have to impress her date with big chunky jewelry? Does she have to wear jeans or a gown? Is wearing shorts okay on a first date? The answers are as diverse as the types of girls there are in this planet.</p> <p>In their line of work as TV hosts, Bianca and Mariel may be considered image-savvy. They’ve collaborated with designers to create their red carpet looks. They’ve talked with fashion stylists on star dressing. Their exposure through travel has helped them cultivate their own style. For these reasons, Meg has chosen Bianca and Mariel as its image models/endorsers.</p> <p>Many girls have come up to Bianca and Mariel for fashion advice. These two reveal, “Most of the time, they ask, ‘What should I wear on a date?’ or ‘What’s the best outfit for a date?’”</p> <p><b>Some tips from Mariel and Bianca:</b></p> <p>Dress for the location and the occasion. Mariel and Bianca advise that a girl should choose her outfit based on where her date is taking her, whether to the mall, a coffee shop, a restaurant or to the movies. Wear clothes you would usually wear to these places, but the trick though is to elevate the outfit one level higher. They suggest, “So if you always wear jeans and a T-shirt when you go to Starbucks, why not wear a skirt or a dress for a change?” Mariel says, “<i>Dapat maganda</i>, <i>pero</i> nothing too flashy, especially for a first date. <i>Dapat yung pinakamaganda mong</i> outfit <i>pero dapat</i> effortless <i>pa rin ang dating. Dapat mukhang hindi ka masyadong naghanda</i>.”</p> <p>Strike a balance. Related to that is to be tastefully sexy. “<i>Hindi dapat masyadong</i> slutty. <i>Puwedeng may konting</i> sexiness factor,” says Mariel. For a dinner date, Bianca suggests a white polo and black high-waisted pants which are the latest fashion must-haves.</p> <p>Natural makeup completes the look. A great outfit wouldn’t work if the makeup isn’t right. “Guys prefer the natural look,” says Bianca. “Scared <i>sila kapag mukha kang</i> fully made up.”</p> <p>Mariel agrees, “Yeah, scared <i>ang</i> guys <i>kapag parang hindi mahahawakan ang mukha</i>.” Both recommend that a nice shade of lipstick and a cheek tint are enough to bring out the natural beauty to give a young lady a lovely glow.</p> <p>Dress up like you’re always ready for a date. A girl should always look her best, not for anybody, but for herself. Looking great and feeling great are interrelated. “So dress up like you always have a date,” says Mariel.</p> <p>“In other words,” says Bianca. “Don’t be caught wearing something <i>pangit</i>!”</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-27608924612880615082008-11-27T11:26:00.000-08:002008-11-28T19:35:47.663-08:00Mariel admits 'little' alteration of her latest sexy photos<p>Actress Mariel Rodriguez revealed that there was indeed a 'little' alteration made to her latest sexy photos for a popular men's magazine.</p> <p>"May konti friends, ang big niya (referring to her chest) in fairness... thank you for the technology talaga. Maraming salamat sa computer. Parang sobra siyang laki parang sa totoong buhay hindi siya ganyan," Rodriguez said.</p> <p>The actress-host said that she that does not want to lie on the pictures and explained that the alteration was only made to create illusion and enhance her figure.</p> <p>Despite the help of modern technology, Rodriguez said she is really excited about her latest project. She invited everyone to grab a copy of the FHM magazine that will be out soon.</p> <p>"I super duper love it. I'm so proud," she said.</p> <p>Rodriguez, one of the co-hosts of ABS-CBN's popular noontime show "Wowowee", explained her reasons for doing the pictorial.</p> <p>"I just did it for Hot Pink (a sexy underwear line owned by her sister) basically, but no, I'm not going to change. It's still me. I don't think I'm gonna do any sexy pictorial anytime soon so buy this one na," she ended.</p> <p> </p> <p><em>- abs-cbnNEWS</em></p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-21274322230914840542008-11-24T10:17:00.000-08:002008-11-25T00:19:40.262-08:00Mariel Rodriguez to grace FHM cover<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCf_a3lZRJ61xcUF7K-yBEjFRJFW7053Jx6ZV3RQRR9IslO-Ck9suYPD_67kgbtduqoM4Gt7GWVmWl0YWlykdNrWZwCH_xMY3M8omTdbcgfGA-d1z9d6wI0LrbrXpiqL_-CqRhZx9L8H1b/s1600-h/mariel_rodriguez.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 280px; height: 216px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCf_a3lZRJ61xcUF7K-yBEjFRJFW7053Jx6ZV3RQRR9IslO-Ck9suYPD_67kgbtduqoM4Gt7GWVmWl0YWlykdNrWZwCH_xMY3M8omTdbcgfGA-d1z9d6wI0LrbrXpiqL_-CqRhZx9L8H1b/s320/mariel_rodriguez.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5272506802012962690" border="0" /></a>Television host-actress Mariel Rodriguez bared that she has once again posed sexy, this time for the cover of men’s magazine FHM. <p>Rodriguez shared that she was made to wear lingerie during the photo shoot, which she branded as the “sexiest pictorial I did.” Last year, the television host posed for another men’s magazine, Maxim. </p> <p>“There was one super backless talaga, panty lang, ‘yong likod bare, super sexy talaga,” she told reporters during the press launch of the new celebrity endorsers of beauty clinic Calayan Surgicenter. </p> <p>She said she lost some weight just for the photo shoot. </p> <p>“Kailangan maging sexy, kasi sexy si ‘Dyosa.’ Kailangan maging sexy si Varga,” she said in jest, referring to television series "Dyosa" starring Anne Curtis and boyfriend Zanjoe Marudo. </p> <p>Rodriguez played the heroine in “Mars Ravelo’s Komiks Presents” Varga. </p> <p>When asked if she sought Marudo’s permission before her sexy pictorial, she said: “Alam niya. Wala siyang sinabi. I just told him I was doing it. Sabi niya, ‘Talaga?’ Tapos sabi niya, ‘O di ba, favorite mo yang FHM?’ Niloloko niya ako pag nakikita niya ang [FHM]. Kahit hindi pa ako ‘yong latest FHM, ‘O, ikaw.’ ‘Di naman ako yan.’ ‘Ah, akala ko ikaw yan.’ Gumaganyan siya.” </p> <p>Rodriguez added that the magazine will be a perfect “hot gift” to men. </p> <p> </p> <p><em>- abs-cbnNEWS</em></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-39525330493484255642008-10-18T04:52:00.000-07:002008-11-03T04:52:44.638-08:00Zanjoe takes pride in Mariel being the 'fantasy' of menModel turned actor Zanjoe Marudo is proud that many men find his girlfriend, Wowowee host Mariel Rodriguez, desirable. "Mas maganda 'yun. Kung ang girlfriend mo pinagpapantasyahan ng ibang tao ibig sabihin suwerte ka," he said. <p>"Proud din ako na at least kahit papaano 'yung girlfriend ko nagugustuhan din ng ibang lalaki. Kahit asawa mo na 'yan hindi naman mapipigilan na magustuhan ng ibang tao," he emphasized.</p> <p>For this, he feels lucky to be Mariel's boyfriend. It is not a big deal for him if guys get attracted to Mariel. Zanjoe confessed that: "Ako nagkaka-crush pa rin naman ako sa ibang babae, hindi mo maiiwasan 'yon." Zanjoe describes that he is very happy with the status of their relationship even if they don't go out as much.</p> <p>Since both of them are busy with work, Zanjoe revealed that whenever they get the chance go out, they make the most out of it. "Kunwari may family gathering sila, minsan a-attend ako o kaya sa amin. Hindi na 'yung para lang makita siya sa taping tatakbuhin ko pa siya. Kailangan talaga, pag busy sige work muna."</p> <p>He shared that they both have agreed that work will be their priority. He explained that he and Mariel are fully aware that projects don't always come so they grab every opportunity that comes their way.</p> <p>"Darating din naman 'yung time na maraming bakanteng araw. Tsaka mas masaya 'yung ganon. Hindi kayo mauumay sa isa't isa, mami-miss n'yo ang isa't isa," Zanjoe shared.</p> <p>Their lack of time together is compensated by constant communication via text messaging and calls. "Maaga pa lang nilatag na namin 'yung sitwasyon. Hindi kami tutulad sa iba na magbabantay o dumadalaw sa set. Hindi requirement 'yon. Kailangan trabaho pa rin," explained Zanjoe.</p> <p>He said that with this set-up, they won't have regrets on having to give up projects.</p> <p>Zanjoe currently appears in Dyosa and the recently ended Komiks Presents Mars Ravelo’s Varga.He also top bills the Cinema One Originals digital film "Altar", a suspense thriller which will be showing soon in selected theaters in Metro Manila.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-21073627614125853092008-10-10T04:48:00.000-07:002008-11-03T04:51:41.619-08:00Body Talk with Mariel Rodriguez<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDSZPYrKoonvKize-jWFZMYBpaRPNv1wJta25REum8IiVzaXSUSVM0yfEcJ8fddDR0qskrVAQxTYZM6jRrZKRVKAvXFNydIUD0rcHbFzTykYiH5lPx6ecCm9RQpC0h0dZ7xm4kejG9OAmM/s1600-h/mariel-rodriguez.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 182px; height: 313px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDSZPYrKoonvKize-jWFZMYBpaRPNv1wJta25REum8IiVzaXSUSVM0yfEcJ8fddDR0qskrVAQxTYZM6jRrZKRVKAvXFNydIUD0rcHbFzTykYiH5lPx6ecCm9RQpC0h0dZ7xm4kejG9OAmM/s320/mariel-rodriguez.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5264413029182827234" border="0" /></a>A day in the life of Wowowee co-host Mariel Rodriguez goes this way: <p>She wakes up at 8:30 a.m., takes a cup of coffee, prepares what she needs for the day, leaves her condo unit in Wack-Wack (Mandaluyong City) at 10 and by 10:30 she is at her dressing room in ABS-CBN for her make-up (by Edwin Aguilar who has been with her ever since). The show starts at 12:30 p.m. but she and co-hosts Valerie Concepcion, Pokwang and others have to be at the studio early because the main host, their “Pappy” Willie (Revillame), sometimes wants to rehearse out of the blue.</p> <p>After Wowowee at around 3 p.m., Mariel attends to other activities, such as pictorials and interviews. If the Wowowee barkada has a show abroad, she tapes for advance episodes. She never forgets to squeeze in time for her boyfriend, Zanjoe Marudo. She goes home early, takes a light dinner, relaxes a bit by reading or watching TV and DVDs, and then goes to bed at 1 a.m.</p> <p>“I am lucky pa nga because my schedule is not as bad as that of soap stars,” said Mariel. “I don’t have to work overnight. My daily routine is just like that of an ordinary office girl. I actually have a lot of spare time.”</p> <p>Mariel has been in showbiz for four years. She had her debut on a TV action-adventure series in Singapore where she (and Denise Laurel) stayed for six months. Back home, she guested on Extra Challenge (the defunct GMA show hosted by Paolo Bediones) and joined MTV. Then, she moved to ABS-CBN and did Ok Fine Whatever (with Aga Muhlach, et al) and Pinoy Big Brother (PBB where she met Zanjoe) before she landed in Wowowee in 2006.</p> <p>Mariel stands 5’3”, measures 34-26-34, and wears small-size shirt and size-seven shoes.</p> <p><strong>Do you eat three square meals a day...on time?</strong></p> <p>“No problem with that. We do potluck every day. I bring rice and Valerie the viand. The others also bring some food. We eat together in-between the segments.”</p> <p><strong>What kind of diet do you have?</strong></p> <p>“I eat anything except mayonnaise, pickles and liver. I love Filipino food. Iba pa rin ang may rice. Favorite dish? Sinigang.”</p> <p><strong>What vitamins do you take?</strong></p> <p>“Enervon-C. You know, more energy mas happy.”</p> <p><strong>What about snacks?</strong></p> <p>“I love sweets — for more energy. Sometimes, I take junk food. Ay, bad!”</p> <p><strong>With your kind of schedule, do you get enough sleep?</strong></p> <p>“I get an average of seven to eight hours per night. No, I don’t have any problem falling asleep.”</p> <p><strong>Favorite sleep wear?</strong></p> <p>“Comfortable pajamas and Hotpink lingerie. You know what, I really dress up for bed. I notice that women in the Philippines are not cautious when they go to bed. They put on a duster or a big T-shirt and that’s it. They are comfortable, all right. Pero siempre I believe na mas maganda ang tulog mo kung maganda rin ang suot mo. It’s important to wear the right underwear which should match your top. If you’re wearing white pajamas, kadiri naman kung loud ang kulay ng underwear mo, di ba? When I was in Big Brother’s house, most of my underwear were by Hotpink.”</p> <p><strong>How many pillows do you sleep with?</strong></p> <p>“Six, but I don’t use all. I put one under my head, one on each side and the rest basta andyan lang.”</p> <p><strong>Do you snore?</strong></p> <p><br />“Only when I’m really, really tired.”</p> <p><strong>Do you talk in your sleep?</strong></p> <p>“I do! Kahit tulog ako, madaldal pa rin. Hehehehehe! Inside Big Brother’s house, Ethel (Booba, her housemate) would tell me, ‘O, nagsasalita ka na naman!’ She said na mayroon daw akong inaaway but I didn’t know who.”</p> <p><strong>You don’t sleepwalk, do you?</strong></p> <p>“Thank God, I don’t! Baka kung saan ako mapunta.”</p> <p><strong>What’s the last thing that you do before you go to sleep?</strong></p> <p>“I pray...for my loved ones.”</p> <p><strong>And the first thing that you do when you wake up?</strong></p> <p>“As soon as the alarm clock in my cell phone rings, I check ‘missed calls’ and messages. I usually put my celfon on ‘silent’ mode before I go to sleep.”</p> <p><strong>How do you cope with stress?</strong></p> <p>“I get a massage every day. I’m addicted to it. There are masseurs at ABS-CBN...’yung shoulder massage lang naman. Or I listen to my favorite songs on my iPod. And yes, I read dumb and stupid books, like books about shopping; nothing heavy. I do read novels by Dan Brown every now and then. Or I watch romantic-comedies and suspense movies on DVD. I don’t watch horror movies at night, otherwise I get so scared that I can’t sleep. Grabe ang imagination ko.”</p> <p><strong>Do you work out?</strong></p> <p>“Not often, not at all! I’m more of a diet person. When I have to lose weight, I’d rather go on a diet than work out, which is wrong I know. But since I’m hyper-active, I guess I’m doing enough exercise. I’m always moving; I can’t stay put for long.”</p> <p><strong>What part of your body needs improvement?</strong></p> <p>“My thighs and my arms.”</p> <p><strong>What part is most vulnerable?</strong></p> <p>“Siempre, my heart!”</p> <p><strong>And what part is your favorite?</strong></p> <p>“My shoulders. They’re nice, di ba?”</p> <p><strong>How’s your love life? How are you and Zanjoe?</strong></p> <p>“We’ve been ‘on’ for less than a year. I’d known him for a while, we were going out, but I got to know him better and we started going steady only after we came out of Big Brother’s house.”</p> <p><strong>Is he your first showbiz boyfriend?</strong></p> <p>“He’s the first. I’ve had two, both not from showbiz. Zanjoe and I compliment each other. I’m madaldal and he is quiet. I’m hyper and he’s not.”</p> <p><strong>What’s your outlook in life?</strong></p> <p>“Optimistic. Why worry?”</p> <p><strong>You are hoarse. Did you get that from hosting Wowowee?</strong></p> <p>“No. Bata pa lang ako, paos na talaga ako.”</p> <p><strong>Name three guys who you think have nice bodies?</strong></p> <p>“Zanjoe, of course! Jon Avila. Derek Ramsay.”</p> <p><strong>And three women...</strong></p> <p>“Angelica Panganiban. Cristine Reyes. RR Enriquez.”</p> <p><strong>Using only body language, how would you make a guy know that you admire him?</strong></p> <p>“I look at him and smile.”</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-72455767978505014892008-09-24T16:48:00.000-07:002008-09-24T16:48:00.854-07:00Mariel Rodriguez and Jon Avila are PBB’s New Housemates!<p>There are two housemates that are supposed to enter Big Brother’s house today. The first housemate is a guy. He is half Filipino and half English. He grew up in London but he became a commercial model in the Philippines. The other housemate is a girl. She is known to be “pasaway” and there are guys who liked her because she is sexy. The question is, whether the girl housemate that is supposed to enter Kuya’s house will really continue or not.</p> <p>The first housemate to enter Big Brother’s House is the “English Outcast” Jon Avila. He was accompanied by Bianca Gonzales to Kuya’s house through a limousine. When he got out of the limo, he was not wearing a shirt thus exposing his muscular abs. Mariel Rodriguez was the one who assisted him in entering the house and they went directly to the confession room where Big Brother welcomed Jon. After Kuya talked to Jon, there was an unexpected twist that made Mariel cry. Big Brother asked Mariel and Jon to go to the living room with the other housemates. It was then that Mariel made a “violent” reaction when it occurred to her that she will become one of the housemates. She tried to clarify it to Kuya but the latter did not gave her a direct answer and insisted for the two celebrities to go to the living room.</p> <p>Mariel got very emotional when they got to the living room. Big Brother then asked Victor inside the Confession Room. He told Victor to give the present to Mariel and let her open it. When Mariel opened the box, it was a confirmation of her being one of Kuya’s housemates.She couldn’t stop the tears in her eyes. She kept on saying, “I couldn’t believe they’re doing this to me. I knew it, I knew it, I knew it…” Her fellow housemates did their best to console her by saying comforting words and telling her that everything will be OK. But what Mariel was concerned about was that she was totally unprepared to be inside Kuya’s house and be separated from loved ones for a long time because she did not know that she will really be a part of it. Unlike the other celebrities who have been properly informed, Mariel is not ready to be separated from the outside world. </p> <p>Meanwhile, Bianca received a letter from Big Brother saying that Mariel is one of the housemates because he wants to know Mariel better. Big Brother added that in all the Pinoy Big Brother Editions, Mariel was only his “kapitbahay”. At this point, he wants to know more about her and thus, she is really a part of this PBB Celebrity Edition 2. Bianca also mentioned that over the weekend, Mariel told her that her greatest fear is to become one of Kuya’s housemates and the former told her that it will not happen. But today, it just happened and Mariel had a difficulty in accepting it. </p> <p>Tonight with Toni Gonzaga, we will find out if the girl housemate, who was revealed to be Ethel Booba, will really join Kuya’s group of housemates. Stay tuned Kapamilya!</p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-3782777533774512332008-09-16T09:03:00.000-07:002008-09-22T19:17:02.307-07:00Cheap thrills for stars<p>You’ll be surprised to know that, despite the glamorous life of celebs, mababaw din ang kaligayahan nila. The rich and famous like them also go for cheap thrills. Apres tout, the simplest joys are the truest ones. </p> <p>ALFRED VARGAS: “Sunday driving without a particular destination, watching spider fights in our Bulacan farm, pushing the grocery cart like I’m riding a skateboard.” </p> <p>MIRIAM QUIAMBAO: “A glass of taho in the morning, munching ice cream cones, listening to my fave relaxation CD while having ‘ME’ time at home.” </p> <p>MARVIN AGUSTIN: “DVD marathons, food trips (I eat anything!), collecting playbills of musicals and stage plays.” </p> <p>PRECIOUS LARA QUIGAMAN: “Watching Jackie Chan movies over and over, chicheria from sari-sari stores, collecting stationery.” </p> <p>DENNIS TRILLO: “Eating isaw and banana cue. I’m a sticker-happy person.” </p> <p>MARK HERRAS: “Pigging out on qwek qwek, eating lugaw with tokwa, running away every time I spot a cockroach.” </p> <p>MARCO ALCARAZ: “Collecting ref magnets, eating chocolates, playing basketball.” </p> <p>KARYLLE: “Asking for stickers from coffee shops, singing in a storm, getting fruits from people.” </p> <p>CHRISTIAN BAUTISTA: “Frying quail eggs, mixing pork and beans and vienna sausage, lying in a hammock while playing darts.” </p> <p>RACHEL ALEJANDRO: “Saving toiletry items from hotel rooms, eating chichacorn, getting free lipstick from my fave makeup store for turning in six empty containers for recycling.” </p> <p>KATRINA HALILI: “Eating in tapsilogan places, selling barbecue at my tita’s stall, riding the LRT when I was not in show biz yet.” </p> <p><strong>MARIEL RODRIGUEZ</strong>: “Eating dirty ice cream, using Globe unlitext, getting freebies/gift packs.” </p> <p>PAOLO CONTIS: “Eating at Dampa, collecting old cricket lighters. When I’m abroad I always take the bus or MRT since I can’t do that here.” </p> <p>TIN-TIN BERSOLA: “Addiction to taking pictures, buying plastic wares from a cart-pushing street vendor, to give away to my staff and helpers, buying at the Vente store where everything is P20 only.” </p> <p>JED MADELA: “Eating isaw and fish balls, collecting catalogues and travel brochures, garage sales and bargains.” </p> <p>YASMIEN KURDI: “Taking a shower in the rain, having taho in the morning, eating banana cue bought sa kanto-kanto.” </p> <p>KRISTA RANILLO: “Collecting receipts for tax, eating chupa chups, checking my Facebook account.”</p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-85984821535163728692008-09-13T13:45:00.000-07:002008-09-15T01:33:26.636-07:00Seinfeld for Microsoft<p>Kristine Hermosa is the new endorser of Aescultura cosmetic and plastic surgery clinic. Bianca Gonzalez and <strong>Mariel Rodriguez</strong> just joined the roster of Meg image models. </p> <p>The Associated Press reports that Jerry Seinfeld will be a key pitchman in a planned $300-M fall advertising campaign for software giant Microsoft. </p> <p>Also from AP, Former “American Idol” contestant Sanjaya Malakar is selling Nationwide Insurance in a new ad that’s part of the Columbus, Ohio-based company’s campaign, “Life Comes at You Fast.”</p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-33772358859270202662008-09-12T13:43:00.000-07:002008-09-15T01:40:48.550-07:00Will Xandra reveal the true identity of "Varga"?<p>Don't miss the Vonggacious superhero in "Komiks Presents Mars Ravelo's Varga" this Saturday, September 13 on ABS-CBN.</p> <p>In this week's episode of "Varga", the monster Water Lily starts to spread evil. Since Olga (Angel Sy) gets weak every time she unites with Vara (Mariel Rodriguez), Vara decides not to join forces with Olga anymore.</p> <p>But now that Olga herself is a victim, Varga arrives just in time to save the day! Varga will be known as the superhero and Xandra (Sheryl Cruz) will suddenly think of a plan.</p> <p>What evil deeds will Xandra do? Will she succeed in her plan to be forever young-looking? What will happen to James (Zanjoe Marudo) who is in love with Varga?</p> <p>Under the direction of Trina Dayrit and Dondon Santos, don't miss the explosive series of the Vavavavoom superhero in "Komiks Presents Mars Ravelo's Varga", this Saturday, September 13, 6:30pm on ABS-CBN.</p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-24345486167636784792008-08-25T19:42:00.000-07:002008-08-28T19:59:47.535-07:00Mariel leaves Zanjoe, Angel in 'Varga'<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpcEN1bsndaygrt564y3amH__TprM5GT9nSBmeT7ehHdpEc3mldGYJyhPve_b8Y7xITGluf6XjoJZ00MFhQ7RSK0kqodVv0nRvDQBlnKw2wE_QutnzZagD7k8lfWHp7AD3sDbXrv3Z4Jg/s1600-h/mariel_rodriguez_01.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 292px; height: 219px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpcEN1bsndaygrt564y3amH__TprM5GT9nSBmeT7ehHdpEc3mldGYJyhPve_b8Y7xITGluf6XjoJZ00MFhQ7RSK0kqodVv0nRvDQBlnKw2wE_QutnzZagD7k8lfWHp7AD3sDbXrv3Z4Jg/s400/mariel_rodriguez_01.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5239768419596877410" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">There will be a lot of conflict and excitement in "Komiks Presents Mars Ravelo's Varga" this Saturday. The one and only Vavavavoom superhero Varga (Mariel Rodriguez) continues to win the hearts of many with her funny antics.<br /><br /></span><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Her heart-warming friendship with Olga (Angel Sy) continues as well as her romantic moments with James (Zanjoe Marudo). Her family time with Varga is also getting more enjoyable.<br /><br />Varga however discovers that Olga gets weak whenever they use their power together so she decides to leave Olga. James is also searching for Varga, the woman he has fallen in love with.<br /><br />Meanwhile, the monster water lily starts destroying people's lives and Olga and James are his next victims. Find out if Varga will be able to save the day on time or will she just abandon the two most important people in her life.<br /><br />The hidden motive and agenda underneath Xandra's (Sheryl Cruz) desire to stay young will also be uncovered in this week's episode. "Komiks Presents Mars Ravelo's Varga" airs this Saturday at 6:45 p.m. on ABS-CBN.</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-59756811481493012442008-08-23T20:02:00.000-07:002008-08-24T20:05:35.137-07:00Zanjoe says reel- and real-life romance with Mariel not a problem in 'Varga'<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz4enzIcJUUhrexaLq41mSqUvUQVWOWF0vXs73M4FnbEZm9ZFqKH54JBGaoNJFeChZzf26BQecugwF_NCOh3_5qYBH575fTJ7SbQa2HamX5MLgsjZuxqtGb-o9IhofMVMKLdnN-awQlX4/s1600-h/mariel_03.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 156px; height: 215px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz4enzIcJUUhrexaLq41mSqUvUQVWOWF0vXs73M4FnbEZm9ZFqKH54JBGaoNJFeChZzf26BQecugwF_NCOh3_5qYBH575fTJ7SbQa2HamX5MLgsjZuxqtGb-o9IhofMVMKLdnN-awQlX4/s400/mariel_03.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5238285648445172306" border="0" /></a><span id="UsrStory1_lblBodyArticle" class="pspacer"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Actor-model Zanjoe Marudo said his real-life romance with actress and TV host Mariel Rodriguez is not an obstacle to their having a good working relationship in ABS-CBN’s upcoming television series titled “Varga.”<br /><br />Rodriguez plays the eponymous role of the alien superheroine while Marudo plays her Earthly leading man.<br /><br />Marudo told abs-cbnNEWS.com that he and Rodriguez are professionals--they are even able to put their personal problems behind them while working together.<br /><br />“Ako na din iyong nagsabi, nagpaliwanag na kapag trabaho, trabaho talaga iba,” Marudo explains.<br /><br />Marudo also praised Rodriguez saying that the actress really knows how to love her job.<br /><br />“Lalo na itong Varga mararamdaman mo na gustong gusto niya ang ginagawa niya, alam naman natin na napaka-arte ng tao pero ito tinitiiis niya talaga kahit na mainit o nasa pangit na lugar ay tinitiis niya lahat at binibigay niya lahat at makikita na kapag pinalabas na,” he said.<br /><br />The hunk actor in an interview with abs-cbnNEWS.com said that his relationship now with Rodriguez is all right, although sometimes their work schedules prevent them from spending time together.<br /><br />“Minsan lang hindi kami nagkikita. Dahil iyon nagte-taping ako ng ‘Dyosa, nagte-taping siya ng ‘Varga’; nagwo-‘Wowowee pa’ siya minsan, so sa ‘Varga’ magkakasama kami,” he said.<br /><br />To keep their affair stronger they make sure that they are in constant communication. That's why they are always calling each other, especially now that he is leaving for the US.<br /><br />“Lagi kaming nag-uusap at lagi kaming nagtatawagan,” he said. mMarudo is set to fly in US this coming Wednesday, July 30 and will be back on August 13 for the Coverboys’ shows.<br /><br />He also shared that this will be his first US trip that’s why he is really excited. The actor is also set to be seen on the sineserye "Florinda" with Maricel Soriano.<br /><br />Marudo gained popularity when he joined Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Edition 1 in 2006.<br /><br />"Varga" will have its premiere telecast on August 2, Saturday, after the final episode of "Kapitan Boom!" </span></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-83495858987085128772008-08-23T19:59:00.000-07:002008-08-24T20:01:54.552-07:00Mariel, Zanjoe fall in love in 'Varga'<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ5XlejopAu04kI8d_sdtGkFYQVqdsJJMDUsIYot3uiwaLbx6ooRjlM0ddAbXC2ZdoURWgWLkUaz1MiipZZooPZM1A5wTUMRL1uEYTQQoPMelPUOMxDQSQ0PRSwlc2Q2G0Y4k7cifDC64/s1600-h/mariel_zanjoe.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 216px; height: 160px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ5XlejopAu04kI8d_sdtGkFYQVqdsJJMDUsIYot3uiwaLbx6ooRjlM0ddAbXC2ZdoURWgWLkUaz1MiipZZooPZM1A5wTUMRL1uEYTQQoPMelPUOMxDQSQ0PRSwlc2Q2G0Y4k7cifDC64/s400/mariel_zanjoe.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5238285065575235570" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">There are now more reasons to tune in "Komiks Presents Mars Ravelo's Varga" this Saturday on ABS-CBN 2.<br /><br /></span><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Just like in real life, James (Zanjoe Marudo) fell in love at first sight with Varga (Mariel Rodriguez) during a beauty contest.<br /><br />Because Tita Perla (Dexter Doria) gambles their entire cash prize, Olga (Angel Sy) and Vara (Mariel) decide to join another contest, the search for a Voom Voom Babe.<br /><br />This will be a venue for James to pursue Varga. And because he is challenged by Varga's indifference to him, he will do everything to win Varga's heart, just like Zanjoe and Mariel's love story. But due to an incident, Varga will vanish without a trace.<br /><br />Find out why the Vavavavoom superhero suddenly disappears. And just like their relationship off cam, will James and Varga end up together, in spite of their different backgrounds?<br /><br />There are also new super powers Varga will discover on Saturday so don't miss the action-filled and hilarious scenes in "Komiks Presents Mars Ravelo's Varga" at 6:45 p.m. on ABS-CBN 2.</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-74094804619333520242008-08-16T19:54:00.000-07:002008-08-24T19:59:28.251-07:00Mariel Rodriguez: I'm stronger now after all the intrigues<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnxB6F7kWuHR4-MXD7eYp6AsKGPg9JQCdKxeHvKik3Lg5R1PUshHqEI787C7_RzR1lI-PB1h9BEPL56iyhmJX9KdZ6M39ANmHMKnoKY_fkOm0xX_fuQlnuGC6UEXBCQbn4GqTkfNQA_G8/s1600-h/mariel_02.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 222px; height: 285px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnxB6F7kWuHR4-MXD7eYp6AsKGPg9JQCdKxeHvKik3Lg5R1PUshHqEI787C7_RzR1lI-PB1h9BEPL56iyhmJX9KdZ6M39ANmHMKnoKY_fkOm0xX_fuQlnuGC6UEXBCQbn4GqTkfNQA_G8/s400/mariel_02.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5238284146809010146" border="0" /></a><span id="UsrStory1_lblBodyArticle" class="pspacer"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;">Host-actress Mariel Rodriguez said that negative write-ups against her made her stronger now. In an interview, the actress said that the abortion issue and bad stories written when she was still inside the Pinoy Big Brother house really changed her for the better.<br /><br />"You know what, after that abortion after my PBB experience it really made me a strong person. Lahat kaya ko na after that and it's true at first I thought my world would fall apart because people didn't understand me but then it was just magnified and ngayon sobrang kahit ano talaga kaya ko na," Rodriguez said.<br /><br />It will be recalled that criticisms were throwm at Rodriguez when she really got close to ex-fellow housemate Jon Avila while reports said that she has a sweetheart outside the house and that was actor-endorser Zanjoe Marudo.<br /><br />Rodriguez who plays the role of ABS-CBN's Komiks Presents: "Varga," said that she's open to the fact that she can not please everybody but added that she is now open to face any issues or questions that people would want to know.<br /><br />"Okey lang hindi ko sila lahat magpip lease...ngaon kahit anong ibato sa akin ay sasagutin ko, kaya ko kasi wala naman akong tinatago, ngayon kahit anong sabihin mo sa akin kaya ko," she said.<br /><br />Aside from being happy in love with Marudo, the actress also said that right now she's focusing on her career and really thankful with all the blessings that she's receiving.<br /><br />She said that she's happy to be Varga and really honored and thrilled to be part of weekly entertainment show "Entertainment Live" with her co-hosts Toni Gonzaga, Bianca Gonzalez and Luis Manzano.<br /><br />The said show will mark its first year anniversary this coming Saturday, August 16 with a lot of surprises.<br /><br />"We are celebrating one year already on Saturday, kaabang-abang kasi controversial ang mga ininterview namin kaming lahat isa isa. Si Bianca inteview niya si KC, si Luis and Angel for he first time, ako I will interview my idol si Claudine Barretto. Loaded kami sa Saturday I can't believe it na one year na kami sa Entertainment Live and we survived," Rodriguez proudly said.<br /><br />Rodriguez added that she's really thankful to all the viewers and promise that the show will be more exciting and worth watching.<br /><br />"Jucier at mas hindi na kami natatakot kaming apat we are not afraid to ask questions anymore," she added.<br /><br />Mariel Rodriguez or Maria Erlinda Termulo in real life was first known to be an endorser of different products. Before she moved to ABS-CBN she hosted GMA-7's "Extra Challenge."<br /><br />She also hosted the Pinoy Big Brother shows. Presently, Rodriguez is one of the hosts of Wowewee with Pokwang and Valerie Concepcion.</span></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-71631241071501397872008-07-18T21:13:00.000-07:002008-07-18T21:15:17.487-07:00Mariel Rodriguez: Talking her way to success<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCrC5gWE_b_JYi6VbfNT6bsQrZdg_nTiWYwflkhkTCilI4kPAEdilCaLIFmQK6RcSnzlsyJod1aN0bsaAwNavcEW6yFmeb4qn58PlCXhxKlNmwbgEXIjK0UGmLz8-GchTQ7ScY3SAjpA0/s1600-h/mariel_rodriguez.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5224573882046945954" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCrC5gWE_b_JYi6VbfNT6bsQrZdg_nTiWYwflkhkTCilI4kPAEdilCaLIFmQK6RcSnzlsyJod1aN0bsaAwNavcEW6yFmeb4qn58PlCXhxKlNmwbgEXIjK0UGmLz8-GchTQ7ScY3SAjpA0/s400/mariel_rodriguez.jpg" border="0" /></a> If you were to think and list down who among today’s stars have become a familiar sight on TV, from noon till night, every day of the week, count Mariel Rodriguez in the list. She co-hosts ABS-CBN’s Wowowee Mondays to Saturdays, gives updates on goings-on inside Big Brother’s house on PBB Uber, talks about the latest showbiz buzz every Saturday on Entertainment Live with Toni Gonzaga, Bianca Gonzalez and Luis Manzano, hosts the Kapamilya cable movie and celebrity news on Cinema One and even does product endorsements. Yet she remains giggly, energetic and seems to be talking nonstop. Many wonder if the 23-year-old host who made a name out of talking is for real.<br /><br /><div>“This is my true personality. I don’t think becoming quiet would show the real me because I talk even in my sleep,” Mariel says during the press launch of her latest product endorsement, the Eezy Twist and Brush.<br /></div><br /><div>Although Mariel broke into the entertainment scene by playing Pamela on MTV Asia’s Rouge, her big mouth and husky voice, says Mariel, have introduced her to a wider audience as she clinched different hosting jobs. She became one of MTV Philippines’ VJs before being Paolo Bediones’ co-host on Extra Challenge. Then, she moved to ABS-CBN where PBB business unit head direk Laurenti Dyogi found her kilometric answer to his question impressive enough to make her part of the 24/7 reality show as one of its hosts.<br /></div><br /><div>“My being talkative serves me well and I can’t be thankful enough for the people who continue to have trust in me,” says Mariel who only shuts up when watching Gossip Girl.<br /></div><br /><div>Yet sometimes, Mariel admits, her very lively spirit and actions are always mistaken for overacting or what she says is kulang sa pansin particularly when she spent some time inside the Bahay ni Kuya as one of the guest housemates. Still, Mariel is unfazed by the tag and insists she is just sharing the positive atmosphere that she grew up with.<br /></div><br /><div>“I don’t want to put myself in compromising situations but there were incidents that got me into trouble due to my tactlessness,” Mariel offers.<br /></div><br /><div>One shocking incident, she vividly recalls, happened when she made one funny comment after a serious scenario was aired on TV. Mariel relates how she melted in shame for what she did after the station head called her attention. She hastily apologized for her mistake.<br /></div><br /><div>Another one was when she blurted out a word on-air without knowing its meaning saying, “I even shouted it for everybody to hear only to find out later how bad the word was.”<br /></div><br /><div>Yes, Mariel has learned to be more careful in her words but still can’t slow down in her talking. This almost always leads to happy situations.<br /></div><br /><div>“Before, I wanted to be a dramatic actress but with what’s happening lately, I think I can be part of a sitcom because even if I cry, people still find me funny,” Mariel quips.<br /></div><br /><div>And what can she say about Precious Lara Quigaman being taken out of Wowowee?<br /></div><br /><div>“We all felt bad because we love Lara. I texted her to know how she’s doing and she texted back that she’s fine and thanked me for remembering her. So far I don’t have problems dealing with other people. Madaldal lang talaga ako,” Mariel replies.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-14154905277018641482008-06-01T09:16:00.000-07:002008-09-22T19:45:23.125-07:00Mariel flies high as Mars Ravelo's Varga<p>Fans will soon see <strong>Mariel Rodriguez</strong> flying high in the sky and beating villains as the super-heroine Varga in the next installment of Mars Ravelos Komiks Presents. Gifted with great looks and a fabulous physique, Mariel started out as a commercial model before getting into hosting, eventually becoming one of the co-hosts of the hit noontime show "Wowowee" and the top-rating reality program "Pinoy Big Brother." </p> <p>Maria Erlinda Termulo in real life, Rodriguez also ventured into acting, appearing in several drama and comedy shows on ABS-CBN, including doing a special role in "Kung Fu Kids" as the mother of the lead ninja kid. Now, this posh gal will take on another challenge as she portrays Varga, a well-loved character created by Pinoy komiks genius, Mars Ravelo. </p> <p>"Varga" follows the story of a powerful being from outer space who lands on Earth to protect mankind from the forces of evil. As Varga, she goes through different life experiences that will test her character while she saves the world in secret. </p> <p>"Varga" will be the second chapter in the Mars Ravelos Komiks Presents series,. The first Komiks series presented "Kapitan Boom!" top-billed by model-turned-actor Jon Avila. "Kapitan Boom!" is a huge success, enjoying high ratings in its Saturday time-slot. </p> <p>The Father of Pinoy Superheroes, Mars Ravelo created "Varga" in 1947. "Varga" first appeared in Bulaklak magazine. It was "Varga" whom Ravelo would later evolve into the ultimate Pinoy superhero icon, "Darna" in 1949, when the comics creator joined Pilipino Komiks.</p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-90944617813698375042008-03-19T09:07:00.000-07:002008-09-22T19:28:05.912-07:00Mariel and Zanjoe spotted in Hong Kong<p>A Hongkong-based source told us that Wowowee and Pinoy Big Brother host <strong>Mariel</strong> and rumored boyfriend hunk actor Zanjoe Marudo were seen at the lobby of the Marco Polo Hotel. Mariel was wearing big bubble-gum shades and Zanjoe camouflaged in a fisherman's hat. Thinking that they won't be recognized, the two strolled around the city and little did they know, Filipino chismosos saw them and quickly tipped us. </p> <p>According to our source, Mariel and Zanjoe stayed in just one room. Is it true? We'll go and ask Mariel next week if this Hongkong getaway is true or not. </p> <p>Mariel has been very vocal about her feelings for hunk-actor Zanjoe for the past few weeks. Sources confirmed to us that Mariel and Zanjoe were officially an item and they've been going out a lot more often. </p> <p>Mariel admitted in an interview, although indirectly, that she's more comfortable and happier right now with Zanjoe around. She no longer calls him "mystery man" because apparently, she's tired of saying the old, boring line: "We're just friends." </p> <p>"I'm so tired of saying that line coz clearly, we're not just friends!"Mariel confessed. </p> <p>She may be vocal and frank about her feelings, but her manager TV host Boy Abunda warned her and appealed that Zanjoe should be the one to confirm the status of their relationship. </p> <p>Last week, during the ABS-CBN Trade Fair in Embassy at The Fort, we caught up with Zanjoe and ambushed him with questions regarding Mariel. But all we got was just a run-around, literally! We asked how everything with Mariel is right now, and the only response we got from himwas "Masaya!"</p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-38107343129934660212008-01-30T08:14:00.000-08:002008-09-22T19:40:52.120-07:00Mariel Rodriguez is okay with changes in "Wowowee"<p>Naka-move on na si <strong>Mariel Rodriguez</strong> sa mga intrigang ibinato sa kanya paglabas ng <em>Pinoy Big Brother</em> Celebrity Edition pagkatapos niyang maging special guest housemate. Patunay nito ang patuloy na pag-usad ng kanyang showbiz career. May bago siyang product endorsement at nakalabas din siya sa isang episode ng <em>Maalaala Mo Kaya</em> with Zanjoe Marudo, na ipinalabas last Friday, January 25. Plus, may special participation din siya sa bagong action-fantasy drama series ng ABS-CBN na <em>Kung Fu Kids</em>. </p> <p>"My career is not affected," banggit ni Mariel sa PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal). "If [for] example, my career is affected, then I would really be devastated. But actually, maganda yung nangyayari sa career ko ngayon, so I can't say na napektuhan ang career ko." </p> <p>Kasunod ng mga isyu kay Mariel ang balita na hindi na raw siya muling tatanggapin sa <em>Wowowee </em>bilang co-host ni Willie Revillame. </p> <p>"The funny thing is I never heard that," nagtatakang sabi ni Mariel. "Ako ang nagsabi na I needed a break when I came out. Yung unang beses ako na lumabas, sunud-sunod kaagad. So what I want, I personally asked them kung puwedeng bigyan n'yo naman ako kahit isang linggo na magpahinga naman ako sandali."</p> <p>Kumalat din ang tsismis noon na may gustong magpa-alis sa kanya sa <em>Wowowee</em>. </p> <p>"Hindi, hindi ako aware," sambit ng TV host. </p> <p>May lumabas ding balita na sumama raw ang loob sa kanya ni Willie dahil mas pinili kasi niya si Kuya ng <em>PBB </em>kesa sa kanya.</p> <p>"No," tanggi ni Mariel. "Hindi ko naman yun choice, e. If you remember, kinulong ako doon [sa Bahay ni Kuya]. I was surprised." </p> <p>Nag-usap na ba sila ni Willie? </p> <p>"Hindi naman kailangan. As far as I know, okay naman kami," saad niya. </p> <p>Personally, napapansin ba niya na kumokonti ang exposure niya sa <em>Wowowee</em>? </p> <p>"Sobrang hindi. I don't feel that at all," aniya. </p> <p>Pagbalik niya sa <em>Wowowee, </em>hindi ba siya nanibago sa mga pagbabago rito, including her appearance sa mga portions ng show? </p> <p>"No, marami kami, equally divided," sabi niya. "Ako, honestly, tumaba yung puso ko nung nalaman ko na marami kami. You know why? I asked them, ‘Bakit dumami?' Sabi nila sa akin, ‘Because you weren't here.' Yun ang sagot nila sa akin. </p> <p>"I don't know if I'm allowed to say this, kasi baka I will get in trouble. Heto na naman ako, nagsasabi na naman ako ng totoo. Pero ganun, tumaba ang puso ko. Ganun kasarap yung pakiramdam mo." </p> <p>Hindi ba siya nai-insecure sa kapwa niya co-host sa <em>Wowowee </em>na si Precious Lara Quigaman na balitang favorite daw ngayon ni Willie? </p> <p>"I have no reason to be insecure," ngiti ni Mariel. </p> <p>Wala bang aalisin sa mga bagong co-hosts ni Willie now that she's back?</p> <p>"Ay, kawawa naman sila na biglang, ‘Okay na. Thank you, ha.' It's not fair. And you know what? I had my time. I enjoyed my exposure and everyting ng <em>Wowowee</em>. Sino ba naman ako para mag...how do I say this?" </p> <p>Magsolo? </p> <p>"Yeah, yeah... From the start, wala akong pakialam kung gaano karami yung ano, kung sino ang nasa gitna or kung sino or ano. It doesn't matter to me. Ako, nasa side kasi yung anggulo ko, yun ang importante sa akin. Promise!" ani Mariel. </p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-85639677604365118642008-01-24T08:20:00.000-08:002008-09-22T19:49:26.267-07:00Jon Avila wants Mariel Rodriguez to be his Valentine date<p>Jon Avila was hesitant at first to reveal his Valentine's date at the launching of the Friendster Fan Profile at Taguig City yesterday afternoon, January 23. But the former <em>Pinoy Big Brother </em>celebrity housemate has something planned for his special girl. </p> <p>"I'm not sure. I'm thinking, I'm gonna cook. Siguro, in an intimate location," was his short answer. </p> <p>But how does a heartthrob like Jon woo a girl? </p> <p>"Sweet text. Just to let them know I'm thinking about them. You know, buy little gifts, you know, like small things, simple things. I appreciate the simple things," he said. </p> <p>But when pressed if <em>PBB</em> host and ex-special guest housemate <strong>Mariel Rodriguez </strong>will be Jon's date for the special occasion, Jon hesitated. </p> <p>"I wanted it to be her. We're still in the process of getting to know each other. It's fun. We're having fun," the 22-year-old model said. </p> <p>"Everyone has their special someone in their life. I'm not really with anyone at this time." Jon said he is busy with his goal of making the transition from model to actor. "This what I wanted to do in the first place a few years ago. I mean, it's about time na."</p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-75906294414950686212008-01-12T09:13:00.000-08:002008-09-22T20:14:26.636-07:00Riza on Mariel<p>Nilinaw ng dalaga na okey na sila ni Mariel Rodriguez. </p> <p>Nagkaroon na raw sila ng chance na mag-usap ng TV host and they’ve ironed out things. </p> <p>“I really like Ate Mariel. Gusto ko siya and I guess, she didn’t mean anything what she said in the past. Between me and Ate Mariel, there’s no issue,” wika ni Riza nang makausap namin. </p> <p>Mabuti naman kung ganoon. Well, recently kasi ay naging sentro rin ng usa-pin ang tungkol sa pang-ookray nina Mariel at Ethel Booba kay Riza. Kung ka-ya’t todo-react naman ang parents at relatives ng beauty queen ng Canada. </p> <p>Hanggang sa nagkausap daw sina Mariel at Riza nu’ng Big Night at nabalitaan naming humingi ng paumanhin si Mariel sa dalaga. </p> <p>In fact, nu’ng unang beses na nag-host si Riza sa Wowowee, inaalalayan pa siya ni Mariel sa spiels niya. Bumabawi talaga si Mariel, Not bad.</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-4832477825008426042008-01-11T08:23:00.000-08:002008-09-22T19:54:29.542-07:00Riza Santos still considers Mariel Rodriguez as her friend<p>"It's completely untrue," says Riza Santos about rumors saying that she almost filed a case of oral defamation against fellow <em>Pinoy Big Brother </em>celebrity housemate <strong>Mariel Rodriguez</strong>. "My parents would not sue. I would not sue Ate Mariel." </p> <p>Riza narrated the events that happened that Friday night, December 28, during the stag party of Ruben Gonzaga who was about to get married the next day. </p> <p>"I went inside the house to change my shirt kasi mainit sa labas." Whila Riza was inside the PBB house, Mariel was left outside talking with Ethel Booba. The Ultimate Pasaway admitted that she was smitten by Will Deveughn, who is being linked to Riza. In response to Ethel's affection towards Will, Mariel cursed Riza, saying, "Pu--ng inang virgin na ‘to [Riza]. Pu__ng ina talaga! Pu_i siya. Ki_i ng ina niya!" </p> <p>Riza revealed: "Totoo lang, hindi ko pinanood yung video kasi alam ko na kung anong sinabi niya. At that point, I felt I didn't need to see it. I looked it up at You Tube and I saw everything. I saw the comments. I read what she said. </p> <p>"There is no point in dwelling over it and thinking about it kasi she approached me naman and I accepted [her apology]. We've moved on from there. </p> <p>"She said, ‘Sorry, alam mo naman we're friends.' Alam ko naman kaibigan kami so for me, it's not an issue," said Riza sincerely. </p> <p>What can she say about the fact that Mariel made a face when she read the slip of paper indicating that Riza was the Second Big Placer of <em>Pinoy Big Brother </em>Celebrity Edition 2. </p> <p>"Hindi naman nag-iba yung tingin ko kay Ate Mariel. You can interpret it in different ways, pero I haven't really talked to her about that particular issue. But I haven't changed my opinion about Ate Mariel. I'd still treat her the same way and I still consider her as my friend. I'm not going to treat her differently." </p> <p>Don't you think Mariel should be held accountable for her actions? "Sa tingin ko, she's old enough to know the things she should say, how she should act. She's at that age when she knows the difference between right and wrong. She's at an age when she can make a sound judgment of anong dapat niyang gawin," said Riza. </p> <p>The 2006 Ms. Earth-Canada title holder also pointed out that she has signed a five-year, nine-picture contract with Viva Films. In the upcoming Robin Padilla-Ai-Ai delas Alas movie, Riza will have a role as a balikbayan. </p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-31486702114771444092007-12-29T08:18:00.000-08:002008-09-22T19:49:11.885-07:00Mariel Rodriguez strikes again inside "PBB" house<p><strong>Mariel Rodriguez</strong> should be singing "Oops, I Did It Again!" while inside the <em>Pinoy Big Brother </em>(<em>PBB</em>) house. </p> <p>Maraming naging issue si Mariel sa first stint niya as special houseguest sa <em>PBB </em>Celebrity Edition Season 2. Matatandaang sa loob ng Bahay ni Kuya narinig kung paano niya laitin ang mga contestant ng kinu-co-host niyang noontime show na <em>Wowowee, </em>na mababaho raw ang mga ito. Nasabihan din niyang baduy ang pinanggalingan niyang network na GMA-7, while talking with another ex-Kapuso talent na si Megan Young. </p> <p>Nang pansamantalang pinalabas si Mariel sa <em>PBB </em>house, humingi siya ng dispensa sa audience sa mga inasal niya—subtly implying that some of the things she'd done ay dahil sa pag-uutos ni Kuya para mailabas ang tunay na ugali ng ibang celebrity housemates. </p> <p>Friday night, December 28, sa 24/7 live stream ng <em>PBB</em>, pagkarami-rami ang nag-react sa pagmumura ni Mariel sa celebrity housemate na si Riza Santos habang lasing na nakikipag-usap ang <em>PBB </em>co-host kay Ethel Booba. </p> <p>In the middle of the stag party with a Reggae theme for Ruben Gonzaga, na ikakasal pagkalabas sa Bahay ni Kuya, na-focus ang camera sa pag-uusap nina Mariel at Ethel. Ang isa pang co-housemate nilang si Will Devaughn ang subject ng usapan nila na tumakbo ng ganito: </p> <p>ETHEL: Nakatingin ako kay Will, e. Hopeless na. <br />MARIEL: Hindi ka hopeless. <br />ETHEL: Gusto ko siya. <br />MARIEL: Totoo na ito? </p> <p>(Tumango si Ethel.) </p> <p>MARIEL: Pu--ng inang virgin na ‘to (Riza). Pu__ng ina talaga! Pu_i siya. Ki_i ng ina niya! </p> <p>Biglang na-cut ang live feed sa aktong magwawala na yata si Mariel. </p> <p>Sa loob ng Bahay ni Kuya, sina Mariel at Ethel ang naging magkasangga. Si Riza ang pinagtuunan ng galit ni Mariel dahil maganda ang samahan ng beauty queen with Will, na crush naman ni Ethel. </p> <p>Hindi pa bumabalik ang live feed nang tumawag at nag-text ang mga sources namin ng balitang ito Biyernes ng hatinggabi. </p> <p>Ano naman kayang paliwanag ang gagawin ngayon ni Mariel sa naging asal niyang ito sa loob ng Bahay ni Kuya? Ano rin kaya ang magiging reaksiyon ni Kuya at ng manager ni Mariel na si Boy Abunda? </p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-85272211047508044902007-12-11T22:21:00.000-08:002008-09-22T20:11:31.766-07:00Mariel's Happy Return<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNmXyXvJDu7mhbhxK54NiiSZ9xJICdqX8rRQxJ8EkZBP_r6dL9JUqhN_ZMqjj9m-UCOTAirHpmjJEwHLi8pP-fXmE_SUblTqRptJ2zMAC1w0_jeGcq9jeSpfJSiucFyCdzyxY1WyOpCYQ/s1600-h/PBBCE2_bighug1211.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNmXyXvJDu7mhbhxK54NiiSZ9xJICdqX8rRQxJ8EkZBP_r6dL9JUqhN_ZMqjj9m-UCOTAirHpmjJEwHLi8pP-fXmE_SUblTqRptJ2zMAC1w0_jeGcq9jeSpfJSiucFyCdzyxY1WyOpCYQ/s400/PBBCE2_bighug1211.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5142969333464737522" border="0" /></a>Tonight, we have glimpsed the conclusion of Gladys voluntary exit which weighed heavily on Big Sister. Big Brother checked in on her twice to make sure that everything's going smoothly despite Gladys protests to come out. Her depression lasted throughout day 57 and reached its climax when she burst into tears just when they were about to carry out their gift-giving activity. As such, everyone gathered in the girls bedroom to comfort her, leaving the 30 chosen kids waiting for the merry event to start. After the Queen of Patawa's sobs died down, she then told them to proceed with the task without her.<br /><br />The experience certainly brought in the spirit of Christmas for the Santa Housemates met the<br />kids in person and even gave them a sleigh ride in the garden. Baron acted as Santa Claus while the rest of the guys played as his reindeers. They later reflected on the blessing of becoming instruments in bestowing joy through such simple endeavors. For them, seeing the young ones brighten up upon receiving their gifts was truly a priceless experience.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYmXAFgx-K2NeP_IRDwCZbkT1xqZOkHsakFS51ir6NHDrDz_A5zpK5OEQGuKTMEC7lKTsOGDBHDAg8365HRVu-lORSOAUkVNiiIgZB6r3obvfxH46ydiuk714sPTnnDRW5xmbeTSSVPvY/s1600-h/PBBCE2_confessionrm1211.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYmXAFgx-K2NeP_IRDwCZbkT1xqZOkHsakFS51ir6NHDrDz_A5zpK5OEQGuKTMEC7lKTsOGDBHDAg8365HRVu-lORSOAUkVNiiIgZB6r3obvfxH46ydiuk714sPTnnDRW5xmbeTSSVPvY/s400/PBBCE2_confessionrm1211.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5142969170255980258" border="0" /></a>The next morning proved to be a better one for both Gladys and Big Sister. Though the Queen of Patawa was still unyielding towards her decision to leave, she's calm enough to wait for Big Brother's return. Hearing his voice in the middle of their afternoon game immediately lightened her mood, knowing that the time had finally arrived for her to leave. Together with the housemates, she found the consent she's been asking for and left without the grandeur that usually marked a Saturday Eviction Night.<br /><br />Not long after that, Big Brother called Jon in the confession room for the exclusive privilege of unraveling Big Sister's location in the secret room. In true PBB fashion, Mariel's homecoming was kept in suspense for sometime as the English Outcast fooled around by trying to emulate Big Brother's voice. What's more, he was the first one to welcome her in the flesh! Baron later joined them but he quickly went out to give the "lovebirds" their privacy. Then finally, everyone sought Mariel in her hideout to give her warm hugs for her happy return.<br /><br />Now that Gaby dropped her earlier decision to leave and both Mariel and Ethel are back as houseguests with a mission.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3993368655579588139.post-45649931973576484512007-12-08T08:57:00.000-08:002008-09-09T21:21:41.580-07:00Hello Mariel! Good-bye Donnie! Hello Ethel? Good-bye Gaby?<p>A week outside the yellow house left Mariel longing for her fellow housemates, who had a very fun week with their anime and good will tasks. This evening, Kuya asked Mariel if she wanted to go back and stay with the HMs and the pretty host said yes. With Big Brother off to an official business next week, he puts Mariel in-charge of the whole household as the Big Sister. Mariel gladly accepted the task, which will begin tomorrow. How would the HMs react to her presence again plus additional authority from Kuya? </p> <p>In the other hand, Donnie was the fifth evictee. Will walked away with 39.42% of the votes. Jon took in 33.15% while Donnie ended up with 27.43%. Like the HMs before him Donnie left his footprints at the Celebrity Walk of Fame. </p> <p>Toni also broke the news of Gaby wanting to make a voluntary exit after finishing her punishment for damaging her lapel mic in the pool. Gaby explained that during her first exit, she really wanted to stay for she felt that there were a lot of things yet for her to experience. But after her ‘come back’, she suddenly just felt that she has already experienced everything there is inside. Big Brother though gave her time to re-think her decision. He in turn will also analyze the situation and give her a final answer soon. </p> <p>Kuya actually has not only this to think about but another former HM’s request just recently. The Ultimate Pasaway has come knocking on his door one more and is asking for a second chance. “OK na ako, OK na ang puso ko,” was Ethel’s opening statement to Kuya. She also told him that a lot of things definitely changed for her outside his house besides her love life. “Paglabas ko wala na akong kaibigan…Nakita nila ang totoong Ethel, kaya lumayo sila…Iba na ang trato ng tao sa akin noong lumabas ako kasi may respeto. I thank you for that. Pati family ko nakilala ako.” Ethel gratefully told Big Brother. She then expressed her reasons for wanting to return to his abode and finish the entire season. “Gusto ko sila samahan hanggang matapos ‘to, pwede ba tayong magtulungan?”</p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0