10 Reasons To Watch BORN BEAUTIFUL

Okay, I think it’s about time you get ready for this wonderful film by Direk Jun Lana and Perci Intalan which had us all at the edge of our seats with the tons of trailers they came out with. I was hoping to see this last MMFF but as Direk Perci told me, they will have their time. I was one of the few people invited to see the film’s UNCUT version last week, so here’s 10 reasons why you should watch BORN BEAUTIFUL.

1. This is a SEQUEL. The highly successful DIE BEAUTIFUL needs to be continued and this did not disappoint.

2. Martin Del Rosario as Barbs is eye candy. He fits the role like a glove, because if it’s not him it wouldn’t be believable why Barbs always wins in beaucons. There I said it.

3. Lou Veloso is a very good actor then, he’s greater now. You will love his quirks, how motherly and forgiving he has been not just for Barbs, but for every gay person she’s welcomed to her home and business. You will love her even more in confrontations, she’ll blurt out expletives like breakfast, tons of it.

4. Paolo Ballesteros is also here. His character Trisha is no small role, in fact he feels like a highlight in this film even if it was a few cameos. He comes armed with the makeup transformations he’s known for. This time though, it will be iconic, it will be controversial, it will stir emotions of the conservative, religious, but he explained well why he did it (as part of the conversation).

5. Kiko Matos is ANIMALISTIC. He’s the rough and tough guy you always fantasized about. He did it and Barbs liked it. Maybe because there’s just too much tongue all round lol. Even if it was traumatic in the beginning and all the friends warned her about him, she chose to be with him still. Until when? That remains to be seen when you watch this film.

6. Akihiro Blanco is the ROMANTIC type. I must say, I didn’t expect him to do the things he did in this film because he’s always been the goody two shoes, the guy who wouldn’t dare do it with a guy, but he gave himself for the craft and I think I heard several shrieks in the front row (from his fans) who actually felt it was a romantic scene every time he appeared with Barbs on screen. That is a good measure of his capability as an actor, I personally also am rooting for Barbs and him to be paired in the movie given the circumstances (which you will see in the movie). This actually happens in real life and this was a tough way to bring it out in the open.

7. Jun Lana and Perci Intalan are geniuses. As Direk Jun puts it he says “We do not make films to be SAFE. If you make a film, you must step on something. If that’s what you want then let’s not make films anymore.” That for me is a tough and bold statement, I can’t wait to see what they have in the series through Cignal.

8. VJ Mendoza (albeit shortlived) have delivered strongly as Princess. The comedic punches in this movie was an opportunity to show how crafty people are and have that sense of TIMING. He did good, also the whole cast so prepare yourself laughing continuously on some instances.

9. This movie will educate you about OPEN relationships, how to LOVE as much as you can. It also discusses about false religious groups, abuses, mature stuff not normally discussed in classrooms. I hope this would be allowed to be viewed R-16 as they are appealing I think. The uncut version wasn’t as harsh or overly matured as I thought it would be. MTRCB should reconsider.

10. It is worth every penny you will spend for a movie ticket, I even can say they have given even MORE in this sequel. I would highly suggest you bring yourself, your straight friends, your LGBTQ+ people because this would be something people could LEARN from aside from getting the entertainment value it brings.

Born Beautiful is also being planned to be shown as a series in CIGNAL very soon. Before that, you should take the time to watch it this January 23, 2019. This again is written by Direk Jun Lana, done by Screenwriter Rody Vera, Elmer Gatchalian, Ivan Andrew Payawal and Fatrick Tabada. This is produced by CIGNAL Entertainment, Octobertrain Films and The IdeaFirst Company. Some scenes will be bleeped on the regular screening, but you will still have the story told.

Congratulations to the men, women, LGBTQ+ people who made this what it is. 9/10 for me.

SPVTOP International Inc. Outs Products for Filipinos

SPVTOP International Inc. is a multi business organization that caters to create opportunities for individuals who want financial success.

Founded by husband and wife team General Manager BRICK Y. AGCOPRA and Ms. LEILA V. AGCOPRA, they began a prepaid loading business in November 2011. As the country is known for being the texting capital of the world, the company made it into a proprietary self loading technology venture designed to empower mobile users with self discounts so they too make it into a very lucrative business opportunity. The company has continued to grow over the years and has introduced even more products so Filipinos would flourish with it.

The Genius Products

The G Webphone App

If you’re an OFW who’s homesick, a businessman who needs to often call abroad, or a person who wants to connect with family in other countries, the G Webphone App is for you. It has the ability to text, do audio or video call, have video conferences, call landlines, satellite phones even if the other person is not online, anywhere in the world. It can be downloaded for FREE and be used 8 hours without charges upon registration. It is an affordable way to stay in touch and is made for Filipinos by Filipinos.

G Bio Energy

Everybody utilizes Electricity and Gas. If there is something common to all of them, it’s how we can save while using it. The G-Power Patch removes electromagnetic flux and reduces wire heating. The system protects your home from electrical surges and lowers power consumption by fixing losses on lines. The G-Flash is a multi purpose flash drive that when inserted on PC and Laptop units can speed up processing. If worn, it can also protect you from harmful radiation emitted by electronic devices. The G-Bio F Line has already helped a lot of Motorcycle riders (possibly millions more people) save on fuel. It gives more power to its motor and makes it fuel efficient giving you tons of savings in the process. The Cooking Gas Saver Kit is ideal for anybody that cooks at home, restaurants and establishments too.

G-Bioinoculant

Made with 3 live micro organisms, this can help with farming in agriculture, aquaculture, livestock and even waste management. It brings back nutrients to the soil and promotes regenerative farming.

The TECHNOUSER SIM

This is our SUPERSIM which can load phones in all networks. Ideal for those who want an income generating business that can also be done in homes, sell it with lifetime discounts and book flights and hotels very soon. This has also been endorsed by popular actress Ms. Maui Taylor.

G-Minds

This system has been featured several times in ABSCBN’s Swakna Swak. This is an amazing, safe and effective way of learning. Done in 1-2 days, kids can learn how to distinguish colors and shapes fast, even when blindfolded. This would help turn kids to be on top of their class.

Parents can also learn and see the workshop first hand which is designed to tap the full potential of the mind. This also can be good for adults, Engineers and people who are fond of reading. It has started in Japan and has been used in different countries. Now people who have undergone this program have the capacity to utilize unused parts of their brain and gives them confidence when it gets activated with this activity.

G-Web Mall

If you love online shopping, then head on to the G-Web Mall. Not only is open 24/7, it’s where you can buy stuff as it teaches you how to have unlimited money for shopping.

Our Advocacy

We believe in inclusion, to re-integrate people who have suffered in the armed struggle in Mindanao. This is why we have put up the Tantawan Farm in Sibugay Town as part of our ARM TO FARM program. This is where rebel returnees and their families would be able to earn a living and become respectable members of the community together with government efforts and build peace in the region.

The MARKETPLACE

It is easier to purchase these products and services through the SPVTOP Marketplace. Whether it is G-Minds, G-Webphone, G-Bio Energy, G-Bio Inoculant and more, members can use this as their digital storefront. The website is secured and can accept credit and debit payments via MasterCard or Visa, GCash, bank transfers or CASH ON DELIVERY!

Our Ambassadors

Our current endorsers include noted actor Mr. Ricardo Cepedaand beauty queen, actress Ms. Marina Benipayo. They are not just endorsers, but believe in the products that SPVTOP offers. The company continues to innovate and create merchandise that could change the lives of Filipinos and their families.

For more information about their products and services, you may visit their official website SVPTOP.COM and purchase products via their official retail site SPVTOPMARKET.COM.

DRAGON BALL SUPER: BROLY Opens January 30 at SM Cinemas

I am a die hard Dragon Ball fan. I only know a few people who have this much gusto compared to me and it's been a while since I have heard of Brawley. For those who don't know, he's not a new character because I have personally seen his saga when he was drawn by Akira Toriyama in 1993. I watched it my friends by buying a Betamax copy those years (ask your parents) and he has caught my attention since then.

He was dubbed the "Legendary Super Saiyan" and showed unfathomable brute strength against Goku before his said father Paragus control his temper. Vegetta thought he was getting a new kingdom, but didn't know the one who is destroying other planets was Brawley himself. That ended with a strong battle, Goku claiming victory as he was sent energy by all the Z Warriors and Vegetta (who was the reluctant enemy that time and got beaten up too).

This 2018, they have had some sort of a parallel universe and will start on after the recent Tournament of Power where almost everyone got erased from the face of the universes. Goku as usual won that but will have to face a different kind of Brawley, as he is drawn differently, powered with more rage and lies by Frieza. You will have to watch how this all happens on January 30, 2019 as it is exclusively shown in SM Cinemas. Trust me, this will be good.

I hope these DBZ warriors don't die.

KUMAGCOW

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GSK Employees Spend Time with Smile Train Beneficiaries

I have always regarded these people as purposed workers, those who extend a hand, go over and beyond their 4 corner office and do something beneficial for those who need it most.

Last year, November 23, about 400 Glaxo Smith Kline employees went to visit some of their partner organizations 16 Gawad Kalinga sites and two Smile Train facilities as part of their Orange Day efforts. Their company allows one paid day off a year so they can help in one authorised charity activity. This one in photo was the Smile Train facility in Sta. Mesa Manila wherein they visited people with cleft palate conditions, most of which they were able to help have surgeries then have speech therapy from Craniofacial Foundation of the Philippines and totally changed their way of life. It is one of their passions, volunteering per se is GSK's way of creating positive and sustainable change in communities. They too will benefit from it as they bring new energy back and learn from these experiences to GSK.

GSK continues to plan fund raising activities and have their employees pledge to spend time with these beneficiaries as they commemorate their 50th year in the Philippines. A milestone worth celebrating as they make more Filipinos do more, live better, longer.

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