The Launch of CAL the Brand

Stepping out of the shadows of proud mom Dimples Romana and dad Boyet Ahmee is daughter Callie as she now embarks on launching a new business venture called CAL THE BRAND.

She's only 17, and yes, she initially had challenges taking this idea off since she had to source materials for it. She built, learned the ropes and did this from the ground up. She burned the midnight oil learning about the business and started quite early with her fascination of Rattan bags. She ultimately wanted to support local artisans who mostly made these pieces by hand. She now wants these to reach a younger audience, who like her, would have love for aesthetic that is same as hers, which is all locally made and sourced.

As a person who has been working in fashion shows, photography stints who has probably seen lots of these, I could say what she's getting out in the market is SUPER nice. Sans her age, maturity, she sees things quite clearly curating each piece from local artisans. I am very impressed about how she was able to put this up in such a short time too.

Callie says "A few years from now, I hope to see more people with products from Cal. I want to see them wearing and using them proudly because they know how good it is, and how it is made proudly local. I hope Cal would make more individuals be inclined to support local artisans and promote them more here and abroad!"

She adds "Thank you for taking time out and joining me in supporting local brands, I hope this influences people and the communities that are being helped, from fashion items, furniture, to support our local artisans. Thank you!"

Here's our talk yesterday

There's a lot to see in her Instagram account where you can also order the items. She's planning a few things after this particular launch, like clothing, furniture, some things she's going to be proudly coming out real soon. Take a breather and look at how good the items are in her store here https://www.instagram.com/calthebrand as CAL The Brand starts their journey.

REALME Tops Philippine Sales Q3 of 2020

REALME has been launched only two years ago and in just a short time, they've been doing pretty good. As announced recently, realme Philippines just copped number 1 spot in the Philippines. This stemmed from triple-digit growth during the third quarter of 2020. This was confirmed by global market intelligence firm IDC and this has been really a BIG feat. This third quarter was monumental as they scored 962.5 percent growth as they took 25.4 percent in local market scales, a phenomenal task done by a very huge expansion game of 465 kiosks, 119 concept stores and them partnering with over 5200+ partner stores. This was done across the country so there's really nothing unusual with the numbers.

Aside from that, they took a really good look at their brand and got one of Pixar's greatest animators to come up with their new character REALMEOW. I saw their video the other night and just said WOW. This guy is Independent, fearless, and dared to be just like RealMe. REALMEOW will be part of everything realme from hereon and some people say, he's actually immortal and only stays at 18 years old. Crazy, but if you saw the video he was in the other day, you're bound to fancy him. Wait, let me see if I can put it here.

 

 

 

 

 

So if you haven't had a cool gaming phone yet, go get one now by inquiring at https://www.facebook.com/realmePhilippines and their stores nationwide. I'm personally using it for gaming, vlogging and editing videos. I'm not endorsing it in anyway, I'm just saying it WORKS so efficiently I had to say it here.

 You've got to try a realme.

 

 

Edward Barber and Maymay Entrata Said Their Vows on Princess "Daya" Reese Blogcon

It's a movie to start off Star Cinema's year of still creating worthwhile projects and definitely, they've got a hit up their sleeves as the stars of this film called  Princess Daya Reese starring Edward Barber and Maymay Entrata. It's been a while since they've gone and make one, so when I heard they were doing a blogcon this evening, I hurried onto zoom and panicked just like the rest of the media peeps who were there.

Just like you, we miss them. It was obvious with the line of questions being thrown at them earlier that seeing MayWard together meant a lot of things, people miss seeing them together.

Director Barry Gonzales says "In these times, we need to forget the problems, forget covid. These people have dedicated their time making a really good film, it will come out on New Year's day, 2021."

During the blogcon, one of the questions asked was about a vow of friendship and they had to tell us what they could promise each other. Maymay was quick to answer "Whatever you may go through, I am your prayer warrior. I hope you and your family stay healthy, and really happy. I support you, I will always be here as your close friend."

Edward on the other hand sad "Until the very end, I will do my best in protecting you, I will always be there to protect your person, I know your heart, I know when people see a shining star, I will be there to try and protect you, even though you may not need it. To pray for you, to discuss it, wherever you may fly, I will always have your back."

The movie is about a princess which had to switch places with a swindler, Maymay plays both characters so this is a very tough role for her. Anyway, Edward's character will soon find out what she's up to, and I'm sure it wouldn't be good if they started this with lies. This would be fun though because this is still a comedy situation-er and of course, since it's been a while since they've worked together, I asked them directly about what they missed with each other.Aside from that, I also asked them about what they were thankful for. I'm quite pleased how they answered these questions. 

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Now I hope you're as excited as me, we have to wait a few days though since this is going to be shown on January 1, 2021. It'll take a while but as Edward and Maymay said, it'll be worth the wait.

Martyrdom and Relationships: ISA PANG BAHAGHARI for MMFF 2020

Looks like the very interesting story by Heaven's Best Entertainment this MMFF 2020 is going to be an interesting one as it talks about family, friendship and relationships. It's called ISA PANG BAHAGHARI (Another Rainbow) and it's very timely now that LGBT issues are also being discussed in the country.

Producer Dennis Evangelista + Harlene Bautista says "We're very proud our film has got the best of both generations. They are really good actors. Sanya and Zanjoe, Maris, they are so good in this film and we know we weren't wrong in casting you. Your fans are eagerly awaiting your movie, congratulations!"

Zanjoe says "It was my first time to work with them all, especially Philip and Ms. Nora. I was really nervous and excited to be part of the film, Direk was really nice to really get me in the groove. I have made a film in MMFF and I miss how it was so busy with the parade and awards night. It's sad that everything changed but I am still happy that films are still being shown online so people can still watch it. Maybe everything is going digital, I am happy this is an advantage that it will be shown worldwide. Direk really had really good work out there, and he was strict according to other actors, but I didn't let that bother me, I really concentrated on how to work with my character, he really fixed me on how to be a little tough. I was wary if I was going to be scolded."

Maris "Zanjoe really said it right, it was tense to be in the scene and work with Joel Lamangan. Growing up my Mom always told me how good Ms. Nora is and I think it manifested how I'll be doing a young Nora Aunor. I always wanted to see them, I feel so blessed. Seeing Sir Joel was really a nervous experience, it was like a make or break sesssion with him but he was really nice, very caring, he asks if we ate, very strict but you know you will really be learning a lot. He makes you comfortable. I would really recommend knowing your character before working with him. It was fun to work with him because he has stories, he had so many anecdotes about Ms. Nora and he told us about it. I was a tamed version of her."

Sanya "Actually, it is also my first time to work with them. Working with legendary actors, it was a nervous experience because these actors are really good. We just needed to connect as a family, Ms. Nora's eyes feel like she'll actually eat you for dinner. Actually, I am a little too shy because I am the only one from GMA, but I got excited to be there because they were all so kind, hopefully soon I would be able to make more projects with them. I was really nervous with Direk, but I was happy because he was really into developing his actors. He was happy with our work, but he hugs people, he's a very nice man. "

Here's what I also got to ask the cast during the blogcon this evening.

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