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February 16, 2012
Charice's Valentine TV special to air globally

"It feels so good to be home," said the Filipino international singing sensation Charice Pempengco as she opened her Valentine TV special Charice: One for the Heart, which aired last Sunday on GMA-7. As a Filipino, the Philippines may be her 'home,' but as an international performer, the whole world is her 'stage.'

And so, after "wowing" her Filipino fans locally, Charice is set to amaze her global following as GMA Network broadcasts the special globally through its international channel GMA Pinoy TV on February 17 (Middle East, Europe and Asia Pacific) and February 19 (U.S.A and Canada) , in all territories covered by the said channel.

"It feels so good to be home," said the Filipino international singing sensation Charice Pempengco as she opened her Valentine TV special Charice: One for the Heart, which aired last Sunday on GMA-7. As a Filipino, the Philippines may be her 'home,' but as an international performer, the whole world is her 'stage.'

February 11, 2012
Charice, One for the Heart in GMA 7

GMA Network celebrates KAPUSO month with Pinoy Pride and international singing sensation, CHARICE, as she celebrates Valentines Day with all the Kapuso viewers through a television special, “Charice, One for the Heart”.

Witness a more mature CHARICE, listen to her breathtaking voice and be charmed by her powerful stance as she takes the spotlight and performs songs that talk about her wonderful journey as an artist as well as the ups and downs of her family life.

GMA Network celebrates KAPUSO month with Pinoy Pride and international singing sensation, CHARICE, as she celebrates Valentines Day with all the Kapuso viewers through a television special, “Charice, One for the Heart”.

Witness a more mature CHARICE, listen to her breathtaking voice and be charmed by her powerful stance as she takes the spotlight and performs songs that talk about her wonderful journey as an artist as well as the ups and downs of her family life.

February 9, 2012
GMA Network celebrates love month

This February, the Philippines’ leading multimedia conglomerate GMA Network (GMA), recognized through its corporate equity as Kapuso, holds a month-long celebration of love.

The month-long light-hearted campaign with tag One Love, One Heart, One Nation, hits the audience straight to the heart through a series of frames aired over GMA’s free-to-air, regional, and international channels.

This February, the Philippines’ leading multimedia conglomerate GMA Network (GMA), recognized through its corporate equity as Kapuso, holds a month-long celebration of love.

The month-long light-hearted campaign with tag One Love, One Heart, One Nation, hits the audience straight to the heart through a series of frames aired over GMA’s free-to-air, regional, and international channels.

February 3, 2012
Heartwarming Munting Heredera finale this Friday

All eyes will surely be on the Kapuso Station this Friday, February 3, as the top-rating drama Munting Heredera airs its culminating episode on GMA Telebabad.

In the much-anticipated finale, the love story of two well-loved characters is set to end with an exchange of "I do's."

However, Desmond (Gabby Eigenmann), after escaping from a mental institution, plots to make a surprise appearance at the wedding and ruin the big day for the Montereals.

All eyes will surely be on the Kapuso Station this Friday, February 3, as the top-rating drama Munting Heredera airs its culminating episode on GMA Telebabad.

In the much-anticipated finale, the love story of two well-loved characters is set to end with an exchange of "I do's."

However, Desmond (Gabby Eigenmann), after escaping from a mental institution, plots to make a surprise appearance at the wedding and ruin the big day for the Montereals.

January 27, 2012
All systems go for GMA Network this 2012

It's all systems go for broadcast giant GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) this Year of the Dragon.

At the recently concluded star-studded trade presentations, the premier Filipino multimedia company rolled out its key projects for 2012, which can provide the best platform to deliver its partner-advertisers' key messages.

It's all systems go for broadcast giant GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) this Year of the Dragon.

At the recently concluded star-studded trade presentations, the premier Filipino multimedia company rolled out its key projects for 2012, which can provide the best platform to deliver its partner-advertisers' key messages.

January 18, 2012
GMA Network presents compelling afternoon drama - BROKEN VOW

GMA Network takes afternoon prime dramas a notch higher as it brings an intense and intriguing offering to Kapuso viewers via BROKEN VOW.

Under the direction of Gil Tejada, Jr., a stellar cast dominates this new drama series which tackles the delicate issues of love, betrayal, deception, sacrifice, and revenge. Starring the fresh combinations of Bianca King, Gabby Eigenmann, Luis Alandy, Rochelle Pangilinan, Broken Vow is all set to magnetize hearts beginning February 6 on GMA's afternoon prime block.

GMA Network takes afternoon prime dramas a notch higher as it brings an intense and intriguing offering to Kapuso viewers via BROKEN VOW.

Under the direction of Gil Tejada, Jr., a stellar cast dominates this new drama series which tackles the delicate issues of love, betrayal, deception, sacrifice, and revenge. Starring the fresh combinations of Bianca King, Gabby Eigenmann, Luis Alandy, Rochelle Pangilinan, Broken Vow is all set to magnetize hearts beginning February 6 on GMA's afternoon prime block.

January 5, 2012
GMA Network announces 2012 first quarter line-up

GMA Network rolls out a bigger and bolder program line-up this New Year as it launches an extensive run-down of innovative programs slated to premiere on the first quarter of 2012.

Produced by the GMA Drama Group, this roster of equally exciting and promising offerings - primetime and afternoon prime dramas - is topbilled by only the brightest and hottest Kapuso actors and actresses in Philippine show business.

GMA Network rolls out a bigger and bolder program line-up this New Year as it launches an extensive run-down of innovative programs slated to premiere on the first quarter of 2012.

Produced by the GMA Drama Group, this roster of equally exciting and promising offerings - primetime and afternoon prime dramas - is topbilled by only the brightest and hottest Kapuso actors and actresses in Philippine show business.

December 13, 2011
GMA Network petitions damage suit vs. ABS-CBN with the SC

QUEZON CITY , Philippines (Dec 13, 2011) - Broadcast giant GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) filed a petition with the Supreme Court (SC) to review the P100 million civil damages case lodged against ABS-CBN Corp. after the Court of Appeals (CA) upheld its ruling dismissing the same in a decision dated August 15, 2011.

The Network filed the complaint seeking damages against the Lopez-owned station on November 10, 2005 based the latter’s malicious statements which were intended to cast discredit and dishonor to GMA on live nationwide broadcast.

QUEZON CITY , Philippines (Dec 13, 2011) - Broadcast giant GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) filed a petition with the Supreme Court (SC) to review the P100 million civil damages case lodged against ABS-CBN Corp. after the Court of Appeals (CA) upheld its ruling dismissing the same in a decision dated August 15, 2011.

The Network filed the complaint seeking damages against the Lopez-owned station on November 10, 2005 based the latter’s malicious statements which were intended to cast discredit and dishonor to GMA on live nationwide broadcast.

December 7, 2011
GMA Network leads national television ratings this November

 

Nationwide ratings winner GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) further hiked its lead in television ratings versus competitors ABS-CBN and TV5 from October to November, according to broadcast industry’s most trusted ratings service provider Nielsen TV Audience Measurement.

Based on full November data (November 27 to 30 based on overnight readings), GMA remained the number one free-to-air television channel with 37.5 total day average household audience share points, ahead of ABS-CBN’s 29.3 points by an imposing 8.2 points; and much higher than TV5’s 15.

Nationwide ratings winner GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) further hiked its lead in television ratings versus competitors ABS-CBN and TV5 from October to November, according to broadcast industry’s most trusted ratings service provider Nielsen TV Audience Measurement.

Based on full November data (November 27 to 30 based on overnight readings), GMA remained the number one free-to-air television channel with 37.5 total day average household audience share points, ahead of ABS-CBN’s 29.3 points by an imposing 8.2 points; and much higher than TV5’s 15.

December 2, 2011
“I Do”, Times Two! The Jolina Magdangal-Mark Escueta Wedding Special airs this Sunday on GMA’s SNBO

Newlyweds Jolina Magdangal and Mark Escueta finally divulge exclusive details of their wedding in “I Do”, Times Two! The Jolina Magdangal-Mark Escueta Wedding Special this Sunday on GMA-7’s SNBO.

The hour-long special brings to television viewers a unique and inspiring love story between an actress who grew up before the public’s eyes, and a musician whose tracks helped define an entire generation.

Newlyweds Jolina Magdangal and Mark Escueta finally divulge exclusive details of their wedding in “I Do”, Times Two! The Jolina Magdangal-Mark Escueta Wedding Special this Sunday on GMA-7’s SNBO.

The hour-long special brings to television viewers a unique and inspiring love story between an actress who grew up before the public’s eyes, and a musician whose tracks helped define an entire generation.

November 17, 2011
Claudine Barretto and Dennis Trillo, together in “Spooky Nights Presents: Kalaro”

 

Dramatic actors Claudine Barretto and Dennis Trillo seem to have enjoyed their previous stint in GMA-7’s “Spooky Nights”. This Saturday (November 19), they return to the show for its next hardcore horror feature titled “Kalaro”.

With Munting Heredera child stars Mona Louise Rey and Migs Cuaderno, “Kalaro” presents a story about a father who wants to win the approval of his son after his marriage breaks up. Further complicating things between them are two ghosts wanting to take them to the after life by causing their death.

 

Dramatic actors Claudine Barretto and Dennis Trillo seem to have enjoyed their previous stint in GMA-7’s “Spooky Nights”. This Saturday (November 19), they return to the show for its next hardcore horror feature titled “Kalaro”.

November 11, 2011
Conflict between Barbie and Joyce heats up in Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin

 

Witness how two people can go from being best friends to bitter rivals as Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin, GMA-7’s afternoon drama, continues this week.

Despite growing up together, a tragedy forced cousins Katherine (Barbie Forteza) and Clarissa (Joyce Ching) to lead separate lives and assume different identities...

 

Witness how two people can go from being best friends to bitter rivals as Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin, GMA-7’s afternoon drama, continues this week.

Despite growing up together, a tragedy forced cousins Katherine (Barbie Forteza) and Clarissa (Joyce Ching) to lead separate lives and assume different identities.

November 11, 2011
New twists and new timeslot for GMA 7’s AMAYA

More surprising twists, thrilling developments and shocking revelations await the televiewers as GMA Network’s high-rating epic series, AMAYA, moves to a new timeslot beginning November 14 right after 24 Oras.

The change in the program’s timeslot not only aims to accommodate more viewers but also to reach out to the students who are the primary audiences of the Kapuso drama...

More surprising twists, thrilling developments and shocking revelations await the televiewers as GMA Network’s high-rating epic series, AMAYA, moves to a new timeslot beginning November 14 right after 24 Oras.

The change in the program’s timeslot not only aims to accommodate more viewers but also to reach out to the students who are the primary audiences of the Kapuso drama.

November 9, 2011
GMA Network primetime series “Iglot” airs finale episode on Friday

 

GMA-7’s fantasy-drama Iglot comes full circle as it ends with a race to the top of a volcano this Friday, November 11. 

Father Ruben (Romnick Sarmenta) and Ning (Milkcah Wynne Nacion) embark on a new adventure as they try to save Iglot by bringing it to Mount Matahon, where the little creature truly belongs.

 

GMA-7’s fantasy-drama Iglot comes full circle as it ends with a race to the top of a volcano this Friday, November 11. 

Father Ruben (Romnick Sarmenta) and Ning (Milkcah Wynne Nacion) embark on a new adventure as they try to save Iglot by bringing it to Mount Matahon, where the little creature truly belongs.

However, the ambitious archeologist Dr. Petrovsky (Jaime Fabregas) reaches the top of the volcano first, and puts Ning’s life in danger. 

October 7, 2011
GMA 7 celebrates 10 years of superior drama with Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin remake

Beginning October 10, GMA-7 revitalizes one of its most memorable primetime dramas with the remake of Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin. The 2011 version stars Kapuso Tweens Barbie Forteza, Joshua Dionisio, Joyce Ching and Kristoffer Martin, and will air in the afternoon block after Pahiram ng Isang Ina.

Having been part of several top-rating programs, and recently, of the movie Tween Academy, all four have proven their bankability and huge fan base. They now have the opportunity to appear in this original GMA drama, which had such a strong following when it first aired ten years ago.

Beginning October 10, GMA-7 revitalizes one of its most memorable primetime dramas with the remake of Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin. The 2011 version stars Kapuso Tweens Barbie Forteza, Joshua Dionisio, Joyce Ching and Kristoffer Martin, and will air in the afternoon block after Pahiram ng Isang Ina.

September 29, 2011
Sinner or Saint gets more intense as it nears its finale

Can the heart truly forgive and forget?

This is the question that will be tackled in the remaining days of GMA-7’s top-rating afternoon drama Sinner or Saint starring Dennis Trillo, Bianca King, Alessandra de Rossi and Polo Ravales.

Upon witnessing Alvin (Polo Ravales) offer marriage to Noemi (Bianca King), Raul’s (Dennis Trillo) old feelings for Noemi resurfaces so he tries to win her back...

Can the heart truly forgive and forget?

This is the question that will be tackled in the remaining days of GMA-7’s top-rating afternoon drama Sinner or Saint starring Dennis Trillo, Bianca King, Alessandra de Rossi and Polo Ravales.

Upon witnessing Alvin (Polo Ravales) offer marriage to Noemi (Bianca King), Raul’s (Dennis Trillo) old feelings for Noemi resurfaces so he tries to win her back.

September 25, 2011
More exciting twists unfold in GMA 7’s Amaya

GMA Network’s pioneering epic series, AMAYA, definitely got everyone hooked on primetime as the main heroine gears up for bigger challenges and faces new foes in her quest for justice and liberation.

GMA Network’s pioneering epic series, AMAYA, definitely got everyone hooked on primetime as the main heroine gears up for bigger challenges and faces new foes in her quest for justice and liberation.

August 27, 2011
Dennis Trillo hosts the season ender of GMA-7’s Mind Master this Sunday

Award-winning Kapuso actor, Dennis Trillo, hosts the season 2 finale of GMA-7’s Mind Master this Sunday (August 28).

Award-winning Kapuso actor, Dennis Trillo, hosts the season 2 finale of GMA-7’s Mind Master this Sunday (August 28). The episode, titled "Sa Maniwala ka't sa Hindi", challenges viewers who are in doubt of Nomer Lasala’s mentalism skills.

First, Nomer unveils to Aljur Abrenica the woman whom he will end up with. Who is this lucky woman and how does the Kapuso hunk react to such a revelation?

August 24, 2011
IGLOT spreads love and magic on GMA Telebabad

Beginning August 29, GMA-7 blends drama and fantasy in its newest primetime offering, IGLOT. A story of how love transcends all boundaries, the show tells of the mystical adventures of a fluffy, little creature of the same name, and how it can touch and transform lives of others.

Beginning August 29, GMA-7 blends drama and fantasy in its newest primetime offering, IGLOT. A story of how love transcends all boundaries, the show tells of the mystical adventures of a fluffy, little creature of the same name, and how it can touch and transform lives of others.

July 22, 2011
GMA Network statement on the Marian Rivera-Heart Evangelista issue

"The issue between Marian Rivera and Heart Evangelista is a personal one. Though it happened during the shooting of “ Temptation Island ”, both actresses were advised by the producers of the movie (GMA Films and Regal Entertainment) to put this unpleasant issue to rest.

"The issue between Marian Rivera and Heart Evangelista is a personal one. Though it happened during the shooting of “ Temptation Island ”, both actresses were advised by the producers of the movie (GMA Films and Regal Entertainment) to put this unpleasant issue to rest.

Whatever statements or actions issued or done by either party are their own. GMA Network still hopes that the issue will be resolved and that the friendship of both stars be renewed." (GMA 7 Press Release)

July 6, 2011
Spooky Nights of Claudine Barretto receives high rating

Claudine Barretto’s stint in GMA-7’s Spooky Nights Presents: Nuno sa Feng Shui was much-anticipated and well-received by weekend viewers.

Claudine Barretto’s stint in GMA-7’s Spooky Nights Presents: Nuno sa Feng Shui was much-anticipated and well-received by weekend viewers.

In its pilot episode last Saturday (July 2), Spooky Nights had a 23.1% rating among Mega Manila households based on overnight data provided by Nielsen TV Audience Measurement. On the other hand, its rival program scored a far 15.9%.

Aside from leading in its time slot, Spooky Nights also ranked second, next to top-rater Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho, among all the high-rating programs on the same date.