Sunday, May 4, 2008

Joross Gamboa, Alex Gonzaga, and Victor Basa form zany love triangle in "Your Song"

victor_basa_12 Star Magic talent Victor Basa is not afraid of being typecast as a gay character. He believes the audience is mature enough to differentiate reality from fiction. The alumnus of Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Edition 2 told PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal) that he did not hesitate to accept this role, especially since he's the one being pursued in the story of Your Song, which airs starting today, May 4.

SYNOPSIS. Bobby (Joross Gamboa) falls in love at first sight with John (Victor Basa). The problem: Jen (Alex Gonzaga) is in love with Bobby, and the bigger problem, Jen is the sister of John!

Bobby is a Culinary Arts graduate and restaurant chef. John is a Law graduate who has already taken the Bar Exams, and unfortunately, failed twice, so he needs to take it again. Jen is the sweet, caring, and loving sister of John.

Bobby will do everything just to get John's attention and Jen will stop at nothing till she gets Bobby's heart. She always gives gifts and bakes something for Bobby. Little do they know that they're consulting the same article in a magazine about capturing someone's heart.
Who will win in this bizarre love triangle? Is there really a loser in love?

For Jen and John, what will they choose—the love for their sibling or the love they feel for somebody special?

These three young stars were handpicked for this story because Joross and Victor have been commended for their portrayal of gay roles in the past. Alex Gonzaga has proven to be a versatile actress who is effective in both drama and comedy.

Under the direction of Manny Palo, watch an intriguing, and exciting story of love between Joross Gamboa, Alex Gonzaga, and Victor Basa in Your Song Presents: Without You. This mini-series features the theme song, "Here I Am" by Erik Santos. Your Song also stars Noel Colet, Lui Villaruz, Carla Humphries, Aloy Norona, and Nina Dolino.

Friday, May 2, 2008

Meet the sexy Coverboys during their May 9-10 concert

Expect sexy production numbers to be prepared by the nine members of the Coverboys for their first concert titled Coverboys Uncovered. TV idols Jake Cuenca and Rafael Rosell; Star Magic talent Marvin Raymundo; Pinoy Big Brother housemates Zanjoe Marudo, Victor Basa, Jon Avila, and Will Devaughn; and Be Bench models John James Uy and Ron Morales promise to make their fans scream with delight during the event to be held on May 9-10 at the Music Museum.

During the Coverboys Uncovered press conference at Jozu Japanese Bar and Grill in Quezon City last April 30, PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal) asked the organizers what makes this concert different from the production numbers of the Coverboys during ASAP.

"It's more revealing. You will see the hidden talents of the Coverboys. And, of course, they will tease the audience," says Ronald Padriga, synergy specialist.

Coverboys Uncovered will showcase the playful, naughty, and steamy side of the all-male group. Special guests Vice Ganda, Ethel Booba, John "Sweet" Lapus, and Nikki Gil will make the concert even more enjoyable. This concert features the choreography and direction of Georcelle Dapat of the G-Force and is produced by ASAP Live and MJM Productions.

How long have they been rehearsing for this concert? Jon Avila says, "I've been in the Coverboys for one year now so I guess that one year has been practice for me. It will be worth your money."

According to Rafael Rosell, the Coverboys have developed a strong bond because of their weekly stint in ABS-CBN's Sunday variety show ASAP. "Kapag pumunta kayo sa dressing room namin ‘pag Sunday, it's like we're in a bar talking. Kulang na lang ang beer at billiards table. Sumasayaw kami dun, we try to memorize the lyrics of our songs."

For Star Magic Batch 15 member Marvin Raymundo, he felt a bit uncomfortable while shooting the video directed by Jojo Saguin. Marvin explains that the concept of the video is to have the Coverboys portray various fantasies of women. In his case, he is cast as a techie guy who chats with women on the Internet. Other members of the Coverboys will play a gardener, a construction worker, a hip-hop dancer, and a lifeguard.

Marvin says that he often encounters people saying negative things about the group but he takes the criticisms as a challenge. "Yung iba sinasabi, bakit kami nagkaroon ng concert, but you just have to prove them wrong, so we're really preparing for this concert." The 20-year old model-actor has appeared in the ABS-CBN shows Pedro Penduko, Super Inggo 1.5 and Lastikman.

The Coverboys were then asked if they have a special guest who will watch the concert. Zanjoe says Mariel Rodriguez will be in Hawaii, Rafael says his girlfriend Malaya Lewandowski is in Abu Dhabi, while Will Devaughn is unsure whether or not Riza Santos will watch the sexy concert. As for Jon, he says that his mother will be arriving in the Philippines on May 7, just in time for the opening night on May 9.

For inquiries about the concert Coverboys Uncovered scheduled on May 9-10 at the Music Museum, please call Ticketworld at 891-9999.