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Century Tuna Superbods 2020: The Launch

Posted by Norman on July 25, 2020
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I really had a fun time during the Launch of Century Tuna Superbods 2020 along with celebrity endorsers Alden Richards & Nadine Lustre, the 34 deserving Finalists and the man behind it all, Sir Greg Banzon.

Know more about this year’s finalists as they go through the various unique #NewNormal events that will set everyone up for the finals this coming September.

The 34 Finalists are:

16 Males
Sam Ajdani
Kirk Bondad
Robert Hamilton
Philippe Magalona
Julian Roxas
Enzo Bonoan
Gianpaolo Paparo
Hans Braga
Nicholas Chua
Erie Matic
Malcolm Mostoles
Albert Lorenzo
Nelson Banzuela
Gian Ruiz
Jason Senga
Jojo Urquico

18 Females
Samantha Lo
Kathleen Paton
Keylyn Trajano
Candice Ramos
Samantha Purvor
Astrid Hernandez
Carlita Lasquite
Christine Picardal
Katrina Arceta
Merlinda Boo
Grace del Rosario
Sherlyn Doloriel
Rosemarie Ebido
Shirley Garcia
Renzel Jose
Ines Lorenzo
Heike Kuczera
Erika Ochosa

normannorman.com will feature them soon! I know that there are already familiar names up there for you.

PS I was also chosen as one of the best #staystrong outfits among the invited media.

#CenturyTunaSuperbods2020

A big break for Miss Eco International 2017 Cynthia Thomalla

Posted by Norman on August 23, 2019
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This is a big break indeed for Thia!

Guess who’s the newest leading lady of popular heartthrob Alden Richards in his newest GMA Network Teleserye “The Gift”?

Miss Eco International 2017 Cynthia Magpatoc Thomalla who will now be known by her screen name #ThiaThomalla!

Congratulations my dear! I know that you have patiently waited for this opportunity to really shine as an actress.

Have a break. Have the Cosmo Bachelor Bash 2013!

Posted by Norman on September 25, 2013
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courtesy of CosmopolitanPH

cosmo1 While we are all busy watching and awaiting the results of the Miss World 2013 Top Model event last night, a different kind of eye candy event was happening at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. And don’t be surprised why a flood of good-looking men is suddenly distracting your attention from beauty pageants. I’ve been featuring the bash since 2009 – only one of a few male-studded events I give in to – so the 2013 edition won’t go unnoticed.

The annual Cosmo Bachelor Bash got underway without a hitch as this year’s yummiest hunks and celebrities strutted the runway to the total shrieking adulation of the audience – predominantly girls and gays (including peppermints for sure). The likes of Matteo Guidicelli, Alden Richards, Tom Rodriguez, Dennis Trillo, JC de Vera, brothers Rodjun and Rayver Cruz, Sam Concepcion and Aljur Abrenica fulfilled a good bit of the spectators’ fantasies while still leaving more to imagine about in their own private moments. 😉

Some of the male celebs who joined in (clockwise from top left): Dennis Trillo, Tom Rodriguez, Aljur Abrenica, JC de Vera, Matteo Guidicelli, Rodjun Cruz and Alden Richards. (Photo credits: rddantes, CosmoPH and Rappler.com)

Some of the male celebs who joined in (clockwise from top left): Dennis Trillo, Tom Rodriguez, Aljur Abrenica, JC de Vera, Matteo Guidicelli, Rodjun Cruz and Alden Richards. (Photo credits: rddantes, CosmoPH and Rappler.com)

Click HERE to read more of last night’s live feed.

Cosmo Bachelor Bash 2012 Tonight!

Posted by Norman on September 18, 2012
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Paulo Avelino, main man for Cosmo Bachelor Bash 2012

After Bench Universe last week, the Cosmopolitan Bachelor Bash 2012 will take centerstage tonight at the World Trade Center. The only difference is that only the hottest men this side of the planet will walk the ramp in their sexy outfits.

Names like Paulo Avelino, Alden Richards, Mikael Daez, Daniel Matsunaga, Hideo Muraoka, JM de Guzman, Fabio Ide, the Semerad Twins, and a lot more will sizzle and set the ramp on fire as they parade in different stages of undress.

So if you’ve got the tickets to tonight’s event, then consider yourself very lucky! 😉

Movie watch: “The Road” (from GMA Films) is as creepy as it gets!

Posted by Norman on November 18, 2011
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Even before its’ nationwide release on November 30, GMA Films’ horror movie “The Road” has already sparked the interest of foreign movie critics/enthusiasts specializing in films of this genre. Here are some of the quotes:

“Stunning cinematography and sound design combine to create a truly unsettling atmosphere” Todd Brown, editor-in-chief Twitch Film

“A beautifully shot, twisted supernatural tale with incredible FX and great scares!” Brad Miska, Editor-in-Chief Bloody Disgusting

“Creepy to the extreme. It gets under your skin and stays there.” Jason Bene, KillerFilm.com

About the trailer above, here’s more from Todd Brown of twitchfilm.com :

“We ran the first teaser for The Road a while back, much impressed by the visuals and mood of the piece. And now Laranas has released the full trailer for the film, a bit of work that still keeps plot details to a minimum while showing off the pictures gorgeous cinematography and incredibly creepy tone, that tone greatly enhanced by the use of music and sound design from Let The Right One In composer Johan Söderqvist. Laranas is clearly on top form here.”

And regarding the movie poster above, JoBlo.com (Arrow in the Head) and Jared Pacheco have this to say:

“NEW ONE-SHEET FOR GENRE FLICK THE ROAD SCORES ITSELF A ROTTING CORPSE!”
“It seems there’s a Filipino genre flick that’s been getting some attention as of late that has somehow been flying under our radar. Well I’m about to change that. The project I’m getting at is a supernatural romp called THE ROAD and it’s coming our way from director Yam Laranas.”

Here’s the plot of “The Road”:

A twelve year old cold case is reopened when three teens are missing in an abandoned road. In the course of the investigation, deeper and gruesome stories of abduction and murders are discovered. After more than two decades, the secrets of the haunted road may finally be revealed.

If I have interested you so far, then mark the date – November 30 – when “The Road” will open all throughout the Philippines.

“The Road” is directed by internationally-acclaimed director Yam Laranas (“The Echo”) and stars Carmina Villarroel, Marvin Agustin, Rhian Ramos, TJ Trinidad, Barbie Forteza, Ynna Asistio, Derrick Monasterio, Lexi Fernandez, Alden Richards, Louise Delos Reyes and Renz Valerio.

You can follow the movie on Twitter @TheRoadGMAFilms

Two new Pinoy horror flicks to scare you witless

Posted by Norman on September 23, 2011
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In the next two months, two local films of the horror genre will be released nationwide and they look very interesting enough. I’m a fan of scary movies, aside from the fact that the two directors – Jerrold Tarog and Yam Laranas – have proven themselves more than competent to come up with works that can make your skin crawl. Check them out.


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Jerrold Tarog caught my attention when he directed the “Punerarya” (Funeral Parlor) episode of Shake Rattle & Roll 12. He gave the same a look and feel that sent shivers to my bones. This time around, he came up with a remake that thrives in a rustic macabre setting which lends more authenticity to the folkloric origins of the flesh-eating creatures called “Aswang“. I’m excited to watch this one. Watch the teaser trailer above and you’ll see what I mean.

“Aswang” is presented by Regal Entertainment, Inc. Directed by Jerrold Tarog, it stars Lovi Poe, Paulo Avelino, Jillian Ward, Marc Abaya, Nina Jose, Precious Lara Quigaman and introducing Albie Casino. It opens October, 2011.


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On the other hand, Yam Laranas has been churning out mostly horror flicks ever since he started making a name for himself in the biz. In fact, he remade one of his earlier works – 2004’s “Sigaw” (Scream) – into a (straight-to-video) Hollywood production that starred Jesse Bradford and local actress Iza Calzado. His latest offering is “The Road”, an intriguing ghost story that delivers less of the gore and more of the build-up scare tactics – all rolled into an excellently-photographed production that makes me want to watch the whole thing.

The Road is presented by GMA Films and director Yam Laranas. It stars Rhian Ramos, TJ Trinidad, Carmina Villarroel, Marvin Agustin, Barbie Forteza, Alden Richards, Louise delos Reyes, Derrick Monasterio, Lexie Fernandez and Ynna Asistio. It opens November, 2011.

Support Filipino Films. Let’s all watch “Aswang” and The Road. I’m pretty sure we won’t be disappointed. 😉