I.T.A.L.Y.
''I.T.A.L.Y.: I Trust and Love You'' is a 2008 Philippine romantic comedy film directed by Mark A. Reyes. It stars Jolina Magdangal, Dennis Trillo and Rufa Mae Quinto. The film was filmed in three different continents: Asia, Europe and Africa. The film was slated to be released in Europe on the same day of its Philippine premiere of August 6, 2008, but was moved to September 17, 2008. The movie earned on its opening week. Its total theatrical gross is . Plot Destiny. Is it beyond our control? Or do we make our own? These questions and other musings about the past and the future set the tone as we sail into the year's most anticipated film about love and life. Six people are brought together on a seven-day cruise that will change their lives forever: * A hopeless romantic (Jolina Magdangal) searches for the right man for her, while dreaming of becoming a singer. * A successful businessman (Dennis Trillo) searches for the truth about a woman from his past. * A senior housekee ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Jolina Magdangal
Maria Jolina Perez Magdangal (; born November 6, 1978) is a Filipino singer, actress and television personality. Often referred to as the "Honorific nicknames in popular music, Queen of Philippine Pop Culture", she is credited for heavily influencing pop culture in the late 1990s to early 2000s through her colorful fashion statements, camp style and impact on Pinoy pop, pop music. She has received a List of awards and nominations received by Jolina Magdangal, selection of accolades, including two FAMAS Award, FAMAS Awards, seven Box Office Entertainment Awards, an MTV Pilipinas Music Award and a commendation from the Asian Television Awards, Asian Television Award. At age 11, Magdangal began her career as a member of the singing group ''14-K'' headed by Ryan Cayabyab. She was then launched in the youth oriented ''Ang TV'' (1992) and appeared in a number of teen romance productions. She has starred in several blockbusters, mostly in romantic comedies, including ''Flames (TV ser ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Rhian Ramos
Rhian Denise Ramos Howell (born October 3, 1990), known as Rhian Ramos (), is a Filipino actress, commercial model, singer, host and race car driver. Life and career Rhian Denise Ramos Howell was born in Makati on October 3, 1990 to Gareth Howell and Clara (née Ramos). Her sibling is Nadine Ramos Howell. When her parents separated, her father married a Thai people, Thai woman. She is a niece of Ida Ramos and Ronnie Henares. In 2007, she dated Mark Herras. Between 2008 and 2009, she dated JC de Vera and later KC Montero and race car driver Jason Choachuy. Ramos started working in commercials including McDonald's Philippines McJelly Trio. Her first television series was ''Captain Barbell (TV series), Captain Barbell'' in 2006, and a year later she was part of ''Lupin (Philippine TV series), Lupin''. She has played the lead role in ''My Only Love''. In 2007, Ramos had her film debut in ''The Promise (2007 film), The Promise'' in which she won her first Golden Screen Award ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Eugene Domingo
Eugenia "Eugene" Roxas Domingo-Bottoni (; born July 23, 1971), is a Filipino actress, comedienne and host. She has performed in lead and supporting roles in various genres of the Philippine film industry. She is popularly known as the "Comedy Star for All Seasons" and was a sidekick of Ai-Ai delas Alas in the '' Ang Tanging Ina'' series (20032010), until her very first lead film role in '' Kimmy Dora'' in 2009. Domingo's films have collectively earned ₱1.81 billion, making her one of the highest grossing Filipino box office stars this century. Domingo's other notable films include ''Bahay Kubo'' (2007) for which she received her first Best Supporting Actress award. Her most successful film to date is the Cinemalaya entry, '' Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank'' (2011), which is the highest-grossing independent film in Philippine history. The film was an official entry for various international film festivals in Vancouver, South Korea, Hawaii, Japan, and Italy. The film was also chosen ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Marvin Agustin
Marvin Jay Marquez Cuyugan (born January 29, 1979), known professionally as Marvin Agustin, is a Filipino actor, chef and entrepreneur. Early life He was born Marvin Jay Marquez Cuyugan in Paco, Manila, in January 29, 1979. Coming from a poor family, he is the youngest and the only male child of Theresa and Danilo Cuyugan and has two older sisters. He learned acting through his mother. Television career Agustin is one of the Star Magic talents during the 1990s. He started his television career in 1996 through ABS-CBN's youth oriented show Gimik and was paired with singer-actress Jolina Magdangal. He was also chosen to be one of the lead casts of soap opera '' Esperanza'' and miniseries '' Sa Sandaling Kailangan Mo Ako''. He was paired with Magdangal once again and they become the protagonists of soap opera Labs Ko Si Babe, the first Philippine romantic-comedy series. After ''Labs Ko si Babe'' ended in 2000, he became part of the trio named Whattamen together with his real ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Edgar Allan Guzman
Edgar Allan Guzman (born November 20, 1989), also known by his nickname and screen name EA Guzman, is a Filipino actor, singer, host and model. He gained popularity after winning the Mr. Pogi 2006 competition on ''Eat Bulaga!'', aired on GMA Network. He stayed with the network from 2006 to 2008 before establishing his career on TV5. In 2014, he transferred to ABS-CBN along with Maxene Magalona. Guzman has also worked in independent films, earning the title "Prince of Philippine Independent Films," a designation previously associated with Coco Martin Rodel Pacheco Nacianceno Jr. (born November 1, 1981), popularly known as Coco Martin (), is a Filipino actor, director, producer, and screenwriter. Known for his performances in action and romantic drama, he is one of the most awarded Filipin .... In 2017, he returned to GMA Network for the series '' My Korean Jagiya'' and later signed a contract in 2019. Personal life Guzman began a relationship with actress Shaira Diaz in ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Pen Medina
Crispin "Pen" Parungao Medina Sr. (born August 27, 1950, in Arayat, Pampanga) is an actor from the Philippines who started acting in theater plays in his youth. He eventually played versatile roles on the big screen and in various television shows. He became well known after getting the role of the villainous Hagorn in the 2005 fantasy television series ''Encantadia''. He has won the Nora Aunor Ulirang Artista Lifetime Achievement Award during the 33rd PMPC Star Awards for Movies, the Best Supporting Actor Award at the 62nd FAMAS Awards, and the Best Actor Award at the 6th Cinema One Originals Film Festival. He is also the second KFC Filipino Colonel as well as a model and painter. He is also an activist who joins rallies against those in power as well as participates in anti-vaccination and anti-mask protests amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Personal life Pen Medina was born to Eliseo Medina Sr. and Trinidad Parungao in Arayat, Pampanga on August 27, 1950. He graduated hi ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Mark Herras
Mark Angelo Santos Herras (born December 14, 1986) is a Filipino actor. Mark Herras won in the reality talent show '' StarStruck'' aired in GMA Network. He also appeared in '' Forever in My Heart'', '' Encantadia'', ''SOP'', and played one of the three main protagonists in '' I Luv NY'' and one of the two lead roles in '' Artikulo 247''. Career After winning the reality show '' StarStruck'' in 2003, Herras secured Lolit Solis as his talent manager, showcasing his dancing talent through numerous performances across the Philippines. He also appeared on the popular Sunday variety show ''SOP'', paving his way into the entertainment industry. Expanding his career, Mark ventured into acting alongside fellow winner Jennylyn Mercado, starring in various GMA Network shows and the successful film '' So Happy Together'', which featured other ''StarStruck'' alumni and achieved impressive box-office results. His endorsement deals with brands like Smart and Silverworks further established ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Chariz Solomon
Charyze Solomon Pagotan (born August 22, 1989), professionally known as Chariz Solomon, is a Filipino actress and comedian known for her work on various programs produced by GMA Network. She has been a regular cast member of '' Bubble Gang'' since 2012 and is best known for her role as Janice Generoso in the sitcom '' Pepito Manaloto'', which she has portrayed since 2013. Personal life Chariz is the eldest of four children born to an Irish-Filipino soldier and a Filipina entertainer based in Japan. Her parents separated when she was four years old. She later enrolled at the University of Santo Tomas to pursue a degree in Tourism but did not complete her studies. Following her departure from college, she attempted to work as an entertainer in Japan, following in her mother’s footsteps; however, her visa application was denied. As the academic year had already commenced, she was unable to re-enroll at the time. She is the sister of Filipino television personalities Fifth Solom ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Aljur Abrenica
Aljur Mikael Guiang Abrenica (born March 24, 1990) is a Filipino actor, dancer, model and singer. He appeared on the fourth season of '' StarStruck''.. He was the former husband of Kyline Padilla not later also separated. Early and personal life His father, Alfonso Abrenica Jr., was a musician, and his mother, Amor Guiang, was a member of a band. Abrenica attended Don Bosco Academy, Pampanga in high school and has said that he aspired to become a pilot by pursuing aeronautics. Abrenica is the older brother of Vin Abrenica. Abrenica became engaged to actress Kylie Padilla by late January 2017, with whom he has child, a son, born on August 4, 2017. The two dated from 2011 to 2014. They dated again in September 2016, but separated in April 2021 due to a third party of Aljur according to Kylie's father Robin Padilla. Abrenica is a practicing Born-again Christian. Abrenica is dating actress AJ Raval, the daughter of action-star Jeric Raval since July 2022. Career 2006–2017 ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Dennis Trillo
Abelardo Dennis Florencio Ho (born May 12, 1981), known professionally as Dennis Trillo (), is a Filipino actor. He is known for his role as Eric del Mundo in the first ever gay-themed series on Philippine TV, '' My Husband's Lover'', Juan Crisóstomo Ibarra y Magsalin "Simoun" in Netflix's '' Maria Clara at Ibarra'', and Colonel Yuta Saitoh in '' Pulang Araw'' aired on GMA Network and on Netflix . Trillo received his first acting award in 2004 for his role as a cross-dressing spy in the 2004 war film '' Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita''. In May 2016, he appeared in another primetime television series, '' Juan Happy Love Story'', opposite his '' Dwarfina'' leading lady Heart Evangelista. Trillo has worked with GMA Network for over 20 years, being dubbed as the network's "Drama King". Personal life Dennis Trillo, born as Abelardo Dennis Florencio Ho on May 12, 1981, in Quezon City, is the son of Abelardo Leslie Ho, a Chinese Filipino from Dumaguete, Negros Oriental, and F ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Rufa Mae Quinto
Rufa Mae Ocampo Quinto (born May 28, 1978) is a Filipino actress, comedian, television presenter, producer and model. Known for her camp and signature comedic performances in film and television, she has been cited as a notable figure in Philippine pop culture. Dubbed as the "Comedy Princess", she is a ten-time Best Comedy Actress winner at the Star Awards for Television, the most for any actress. Her other accolades include a Golden Screen Award and "Best Supporting Actress" at the PMPC Star Awards for Movies, in addition to a nomination for a FAMAS Award for Best Actress. In 2006, ''The Philippine Star'' named her one of the greatest comedians of all time. Career 1994–1999: Beginnings and breakthrough Quinto's show business career began in 1994, when she was offered a position by '' That's Entertainment''. Her first film was ''Indecent Professor'', starring Glydel Mercado, Amanda Page, and Michelle Parton. She then played supporting roles, until she got her first major ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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2000s Italian-language Films
S, or s, is the nineteenth letter of the Latin alphabet, used in the English alphabet, the alphabets of other western European languages and other latin alphabets worldwide. Its name in English is ''ess'' (pronounced ), plural ''esses''. History Northwest Semitic šîn represented a voiceless postalveolar fricative (as in 'ip'). It originated most likely as a pictogram of a tooth () and represented the phoneme via the acrophonic principle. Ancient Greek did not have a "sh" phoneme, so the derived Greek letter Sigma () came to represent the voiceless alveolar sibilant . While the letter shape Σ continues Phoenician ''šîn'', its name ''sigma'' is taken from the letter ''Samekh'', while the shape and position of ''samekh'' but name of ''šîn'' is continued in the '' xi''. Within Greek, the name of ''sigma'' was influenced by its association with the Greek word (earlier ), "to hiss". The original name of the letter "Sigma" may have been ''san'', but due to the e ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |