A Reformed ANTHONY JENNINGS: Stars in Crazy KYUKYU Ramen 99 Brand Film

It's been a while since we've seen Anthony Jennings. The actor might have faced real life challenges in the past few years, but being a good man after that time surely has given him opportunities he deserve. One of which is an endorsement for popular ramen chain brand KYU KYU Ramen 99 which has now amassed over 95 branches, and still continue to grow. Their formula is knowing what they serve (learned to make ramen), making sure everybody could afford it (whether you are a CEO, day laborer or what not) you can afford their 99 peso ramen. 

Anthony being the endorser for this brand also added his acting chops as part of the Kyu Kyu Ramen 99 fam. They released a new commercial to be used for their digital platforms, made by the folks by GIGIL who's known for doing out of the box stuff. 

Talking to them (the executives) and Direk Lester Pimentel felt like knowing how they made this brand into a very successful venture. But what hit me the most is their genuine care to make sure each bowl they put out can be consumed by every Juan. 

Here's what happened during the press conference:

The Brand Film really caught my attention, and surely people will too. It is weird to say the least, but weird fun as the creatives are known for. If you happen to catch these on their social media platforms or on TV, you'll probably have the same reaction as I did. I'm quite familiar with their work, but I bet you'll see why Anthony Jennings fit the bill. He's funny, good looking and very pleasant to see on screen. The brand knew he's the perfect guy to wear the bowl (and the crown), and use it for ramen too. 

Congratulations Anthony Jennings! Your work really speaks for you, undoubtedly one of the most underrated actors in the country. I hope people will love you even more after this gig. Because the way you presented it, they're about to run to KyuKyu Ramen 99 stores and get those bowls for themselves. It's comforting, and makes you feel you deserve one at the end of the day. 

VICE GANDA Does OFW Family Drama in MMFF 2024 Film "AND THE BREADWINNER IS"

Just got out of the cinemas after watching "And the Breadwinner Is...", the MMFF 2024 entry of Star Cinema and IdeaFirst Company. This stars the one and only Unkabogable Vice Ganda and an ensemble cast that includes Eugene Domingo, Joel Torre, Malou De Guzman, Maris Racal, Anthony Jennings, Kokoy de Santos, Jhong Hilario, Gladys Reyes, and more. 

While this movie is expected to be funny (it is in the first half mostly), it has concentrated a lot on family and its intricacies. It would make folks learn more about how flawed we all are, how we need to spend MORE time with each other, and how we need LOVE.

Vice in this movie, in a way, is not just a source of laughter, but one who'd initiate real talk in the film. As the namesake means, Vice plays the breadwinner, one who's trying to manage and survive the challenges it entails. The hardships, like any person, would practically reach its boiling point and you'll see where Vice's character is coming from especially if she's done a LOT to make sure her family lives comfortably, and survive life in general. It's one of the most touching films I've seen this MMFF, I think it's why people have been crying the cinemas because it pulls heartstrings with the most important people in your life.

 

Kudos to Vice's great performance, that remarkable monologue with the other characters about their struggles really hit home. I felt several lines would hit you especially if you have OFW experiences. I almost lost it when she asked where a breadwinner would get rest because she felt, almost all the time, she had no right to.

Her scenes with her Mom Malou de Guzman also showed how one needed love (despite conditions), you should definitely see that.

Don't be swayed by opinions of non MMFF 2024 movie watchers because at the end of the day, this movie made sense for me. Congratulations Vice, Direk Jun and everyone who made the film. I'd give this a strong 4 out of 5 cows 🐮🐮🐮🐮.

RICO BLANCO Announces Concert at the ARANETA COLISEUM

If you"re a fan of Rico Blanco and his brand of music, you're in for a treat as he's slated to have a concert this September 11th at the Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City.

It's been a while since he"s done this, but he's so excited to perform some of his greatest hits like "Umaaraw, Umuulan", "Your Universe", "Yugto" and those he did while he was still with Rivernaya. His iconic songs have been adored by generations of music lovers and he is still advocating love for Original Filipino Music (OPM) and Filipino musicians til now.

During this press conference, we asked him about what changes he's undergone since having a relationship with Star Magic artist Mariz Racal, and he says "Nothing really, it's not change that happened to us, it's like our personalities really complemented each other. We're just good together, romantically and artistry wise."

Asked if she's going to be at his concert, Rico says "She's probably going to try but I know she has work during those days and will be under locked in taping. She supports me 100%".

Rico is also busy managing artists via his own entertainment label called Balcony. It's his way of paying forward to the industry after a highly successful career in music. Among the artists he's managing is Ebe Dancel and Zild which a lot of people liken to his brand of music. He also laments how the generation now is discovering that he's got his own band, as most of the young kids probably have seen him in different shows on ABSCBN.

Here's a part of the press conference yesterday.

The concert again will be slated on September 11th, 2022. Tickets will be sold on July 1st at Ticketnet so go get them soon. This is produced by KDR Music and they also announced that there will be other artists lined up which they will also be putting up concerts soon. I'm excited about that!