Miguel Tanfelix Changes Looks on His 25th Birthday

 

BTS of Miguel Tanfelix's shoot

 Miguel Tanfelix is officially 25 years old today. The young and prime Kapuso actor just finished Voltes V Legacy, and portraying Steve Armstrong was like a dream come true. We asked about how he felt after doing their finale episode and what this means for him. He says "I am a little sad about ending the show, but ultimately, it brings back how a family actually bonds over what they watch on TV. I am so happy about what Voltes V Legacy has achieved. It's a privilege to do a very popular show from the 80's and 90's, and how we got to San Diego Comic Con for it." Miguel also felt it was a good break for those who are all just usually watching on their phones.

They have a new movie called FIREFLY under GMA News and Public Affairs. This is directed by critically acclaimed Zig Dulay. In it, he's able to work with the likes of Cherry Pie Picache, Yayo Aguila, Alessandra De Rossi, Epi Quizon. It's about a kid's adventures and how he gets to see different people along his journey. Like a slice of life.

Some of the looks he's serving this last quarter

CHANGING HIS LOOKS

Since his birthday is coming up, they planned this photo shoot ahead of time. Miguel is actually turning 25 this year and with it, comes a lot of change especially when it comes to his looks and demeanor. No particualr theme in mind, but just envibe maturity... also show off his new hair. If you didn't notice, he was not able to cut his hair for a number of years for the continuity in the script and the show VOLTES V LEGACY he's in.

HOW HE PLANS TO CELEBRATE THIS YEAR

Miguel doesn't want the run of the mill birthday party to go to bars and celebrate it that way, and rather just spend time with family, friends and do outdoorsy stuff especially wake boarding. Something like a short break after the grueling Voltes V Legacy shoot that actually took 4 years to make and took a few months to have the public watch. Any place is fine, as long as it's outside and spend it with the most important people in his life.

 

Miguel told us that Isabel actually tried to do wake boarding, but it was just physically draining. Miguel of course just wants her to be there. Miguel also wants the shoot to be something he could use in social media. Though let me ask you, do you like his new hair? I do.

Miguel is careful, still reaching for his dreams. Although he went through a lot these past few years, we are seeing Miguel's steady rise happen before our very eyes. For now, he wants to just take a break and spend it with his family. He's been working hard and deserve it, to say the least.

We will see more of Miguel Tanfelix in his upcoming projects. Do expect that he's going to do more mature roles, exciting ones which he plans to do on TV, online and in film. Our boy is all grown up, and we can see how he's become a fine young actor who's very passionate about his craft. Watch out for his photos coming out today!

Happy Birthday Miguel! We love you!

(Photos and Videos on this article were taken by our correspondent Ishin Cuizon for KUMAGCOW.COM)

Animax and GEM Shows to be Shown on TrueID Philippines and Cignal

More content means a win for the Filipino viewer, so that only means we're winning now as entertainment shows from Japan will be coming to more venues in Philippine shores. Leading multimedia company KC Global Media Asia who's channels Animax (the number one anime destination) and GEM (super cool Japanese entertainment channel) will be airing their shows on TrueID Philippines and Cignal.

Animax has always been a go to spot for everything anime and I loved several of their previous shows but this April, they're going to start showing The Seven Deadly Sins -Imperial Wrath of the Gods, One Punch Man and Cells at Work! Mind you they're doing this on the same day they are showing it in Japan so you're literally getting the freshest shows all in TrueID Philippines. Aside from that, GEM will also get their drama shows, specifically Cursed in Love this month plus a whole lot of Japanese variety and reality shows to be seen on Cignal.

Cursed in Love is basically a family drama, of friends Nao (Minami Hamabe) and Tsubaki (Ryusei Yokohama) who initially got their parents death and life intertwined. Their love story is a pretty complicated one too but you have to watch it on Cignal okay? GEM will also be showcasing this month "Nemesis" which stars Sho Sakurai of ARASHI and Suzu Hirose this coming April 17 and the consecutive Saturdays after. Show starts at 8.40PM and will be shown within the same week of airing in Japan. For those who fancy travel shows, GEM also co produced with Kansai TV Budget a show called Trip in Japan which will premiere on April 27 and Tuesdays thereafter. It'll be shown evenings at 7.50PM.

Make sure you've got these channels in your plans on Cignal and TrueID Philippines okay?

UNIQLO Releases Second Demon Slayer UT Collection

I have finished watching the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba anime series on YouTube a couple months ago. It was part of my huge quarantine library, and I enjoyed it a lot.

If you're not a fan of it yet, you should check it out. I thought it was going to be a run of the mill anime series but no, they draw pretty good and they storyline combine skill, magic, monsters and several slayers. It also talks about family and how one good man wanted the best for his little sister who turned into a demon after getting his family attacked and slain. Take it with a grain of salt as this story may be just better for teens, adults too.

If you love the series, the iconic characters are personified in UT Shirts. This is the second of two installments they did for the series and I love the three nice looking shirts with the huge prints. If you are more of a minimalist, get the other three that looks very Japanice. 

This would be so good for the new Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Movie: Mugen Train, which will be released in Japan come October 16. You will love the one with Tanjiro Kamada, his traveling companion Zenitsu Agatsuma and Giyu Tomioka, a prominent Hashira. It also costs Php590 each and is available on all Uniqlo branches and the Uniqlo app. 

Go check them out now!

Ramen Discovery: GO-EN - The Japanese Ramen Shoppe

Found a comfy place in Sgt. Esguerra at the Jardin de Zenaida compound which Livestock Restaurant is also in. It's very near ABSCBN and GMA so it pretty much has these two's lunch crowd and also nearby offices. It's a Ramen specialty store called "GO-EN" The Japanese Ramen Shoppe. Go-en actually connotes the Japanese 5 Yen coin, a sign of GOOD LUCK for friends and relationships. It's usually given as a gift and this time, it's the perfect name for the store.

The Interiors

The place looks like a genuine Ramen shop in Tokyo, Japan. It can fit around 50 people in one go and has a few seating options for a group, bunk chairs and about 4 people outside. The wooden walls and chairs are accented by Japanese art, tons of Anime books (of which your favorites are included!) and a shrine for an old school wooden toy game called Kendama. They let you actually play it right inside the store and the concept is pretty simple. You just have to place the ball tied on the handle inside little slots on the toy. I must warn you, there are professionals that actually do this on a regular basis. There are also tournaments designed for that, so just imagine if you picked up this hobby. Check out these shots!

The Food

Now you have to trust me on this, I think what they're serving is real authentic food. They're not a regional Ramen place (of which I have a thing for) but more so a Ramen restaurant that does Ramen right. Does that make sense?

Tantanmen - Soy based broth with Sesame oil, ground pork, firm springy ramen and perfectly boiled tamago. It's spicy and perfect for those hangovers if you've been into a little binge drinking. This is by far, my favorite on their menu.

Cheese Ramen - This would be nice for the more adventurous foodie. They made your favorite cheese into a bowl of hot ramen. It's miso based broth, with corn, minced pork and tamago. It's not too salty as I thought it would be and the trick is to take little bits of cheese on that mound plus the noodles. The broth was good too, it'll make you warm and fuzzy.

Karamiso - a Miso based ramen soup filled with a slight spicy kick. It's got all the things you love, plus sliced pork and my favorite Naruto. This is basic and they've done it quite good.

Tonkatsu - For those who love meat, this breaded pork cutlet will make you happy. You can order a bowl of rice but I prefer it just with the side of potato salad and cabbage slaw. I liked this a lot too.

Ramune - this is something that you can only find here in GO-EN. It's very limited too because they can only source this in Japan during festivals. It's available in Grapes, Strawberry and Peach flavors. It's quite nice with everything on their menu so when in GO-EN, don't forget to order one of these!

Kara-age - It's fried chicken done the Japanese way. It's small bites, paired with super creamy Japanese mayo and a slice of lemon meant to be drizzled on top. I prefer it without the lemon though, it's already lovely.

Okonomiyaki - This is a Japanese pancake. It's egg, cabbage, aonori, mayo and special sauce on top. It's savory but not my favorite thing. It's good but I suggest you get the more filling items on the menu as this probably would pass on as sides.

Mochi Ice Cream - It's soft rice based soft cover that's handmade. It's something delightfully sinful but they only make a few of these per day. They also limit it so they could serve a few handful people per day. If you can, please order one of these for me. Love this!

This place remains not so crowded and for those who want comfort food like ramen, this might be the easiest place to go when in Quezon City. I must admit, they're a little pricey but most of their ingredients are imported from Japan. If you think about it, you don't have to travel there to get something so good. Visit them in Sgt. Esguerra, here's the map CLICK HERE. They're at the back of Livestock so you can't miss it. Play Kendama too if you're there, it's one of the finest things you can do when in GO-EN. Tell me what you think about their ramen too please! For me, it's definitely worthy to try. If you're looking for a new place, this might be it.

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GOEN The Japanese Ramen Shoppe

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TOYCON 2014: The 13th Philippine Toys, Hobbies and Collectibles Convention

It looks like we're going to have some fun again in the 13th installment of the Philippine Toys, Hobbies and Collectibles Convention or TOYCON this June 20-22 at the SM Megatrade Halls 1-2 and 3. They will also be celebrating the 75th Anniversary of DC Comics and my favorite hero Batman. They have prepared a full sized Batpod, a kids area, sell Batman merchandise and a gallery of Batman memorabilia that you'll really love.

They also have a Rourouni Kenshin live action display plus original costumes from the movie. You'll also see sections for Marvel's The Guardian's of the Galaxy, the GI Joe 50th Anniversary exhibit, the Philippine Lego users group and the Finals of the Philippine leg of World Cosplay Summit hosted by the Philippines' own Alodia Gosiengfiao. There will be a lot more exhibitors and activities during the whole event. You can buy tickets now at www.smtickets.com to see everything in the flesh at SM Megamall!

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Land of the Rising Sun

Since HONG KONG has just been removed from my destinations this year, I need a more interesting place to go to. I was trying to get flight discounts at a local airline and from the looks of it, I'm going to Japan.

In the land of the rising sun, I plan to visit major tourist attractions like SHINTO Shrines and palaces of the empire. I would also like to see the Princess and her family because there have been rave reviews about the charity work she does for the country. I seldom see her in newspapers today so if there would be something I could do on this trip it would be to have the honor of seeing her. I know the history in some ways because I am an avid watcher of Japanese information commercials here in the Philippines. My fascination stands back way in high school where I started my MANGA addiction.

With all the cultural influences this country has brought to my life, I would really love to see what it is all about. I want to walk along the streets where SAKURA gently falls; I want to see each interesting HARAJUKU girl dresses up in. I may not speak the Japanese language that fluently but I try to learn phrases each day to at lease cope up with the group of friends I have now. They even attend conventions just to feel they belong to the genre modern Japan has to offer.

If there are some things that I don't know about, I could probably easily get them off from the Okinawa Travel Guide. This place of history and the popular martial arts form of karate always makes me smile. I wonder if I could find time and go there from Tokyo. Well maybe if time permits it, I'm surely going to enjoy my time there. I got ideas where to go from the popular site Okinawa-Information.com. They have hundreds of pages that contain destinations that only locals would only know. It's a great help for first time travelers there, and since I would want to stay and enjoy from day 1 all the no nonsense reviews of foreigners would be of great help! I'm in the process of reading the excellent BLOGS, Forum Posts and information pages there so you better do the same if you are planning to go soon!

More Than Just Cartoons

I've been a fan of Japanese cartoons since I was a kid. The likes of MAZINGER Z, VOLTRON, VOLTES 5, ASTROBOY, and a lot of other robots to that effect. If my mind serves me right then it never really left me. My inner OTAKUS stayed, and the list just got overwhelmingly longer.

Today, I still have in my possession a couple of tapes and a huge Video CD collection of Dragon Ball Z. With the likes of GOKOU, GOHAN, TRUNKS, VEGETTA, BULMA, BRAWLEY and other super non human villains filling up the story, I never cease to watch them even on re runs in free television. That's not also half of the list because I have some NARUTO and NARUTO SHIPPUDEN episodes that are still in the works. Talking about these things would only have normal people wonder how weird I am in some sense but like any fanatic I am dedicated to the art drawn from the orient. Japanese people in most cases have drawn them quite opposite with what their normal bodily features are. The big eyes, huge chests, the loud colors of every part of their body and costumes all astound viewers from all over the world. Getting together with people of the same interest is hard. You often have to go to ANIME conventions, COSPLAYS and costume parties to talk to someone that is on the same level of comprehension as we have. Not anymore, because we have an Anime Chat Room available for us at http://www.animechatcity.com. Join people from around the world and have your interests continue to grow with your own kind. Don't get left behind!