Sexier John Lloyd loses 18 pounds in 6 weeks

BORACAY – Actor John Lloyd Cruz revealed a leaner physique at an event here Saturday night after undergoing a six-week fitness challenge resulting in a weight loss of 18 pounds. 

During the 2014 Century Tuna Superbods event in Boracay, Cruz took to the runway to show off his “sexier” body.

From 170 pounds, Cruz now weighs 152 pounds.

Speaking to ABS-CBN News, Cruz said he considers this fitness challenge a life-changing experience as it helped him transform into a better version of himself.

“Sinabi ko nung I turned 30 last year, sinabi ko na isa 'yun sa goals ko – na maging mas fit, maging healthier and magkaroon ng balanced lifestyle talaga. Mahirap 'yung puro ka lang trabaho because we are not getting any younger so dapat talaga balanced,” he said.

Cruz, however, admitted that it did not come easy for him since he got into an accident during the weight-loss program.

“Yung accident medyo nakaapekto. Bahay lang ako for two weeks nun, almost three weeks. Malaking chunk 'yung natanggal sa time namin. But with the help of my trainer and 'yung superbods diet, 'yun talaga 'yung nakatulong,” he said.

Last February, Cruz got into an accident while shooting for the ABS-CBN Summer Station ID when he fell off a bike face front.

Now with an improved body built, Cruz said he is planning to continue having a healthy lifestyle.

Asked if he’s going to work on his abs next, the “Home Sweetie Home” star said, “Gusto ko 'yung magiging effect niya sa katawan ko, 'yung transformation ng katawan should be just parang secondary result lang. Ang talagang intention is to get into a healthier lifestyle. 'Yung katawan bonus na lang 'yun sa process.”

“Wala talagang timeframe. I’m thinking long term. Hindi ko ginawang sobrang intense ['yung program] kasi imposibleng ma-achieve 'yung six-pack abs in six weeks. I’m thinking long term. Part na siya ng lifestyle mo, ng buhay mo,” he added.

Proud of what he has achieved, Cruz said he is hoping to be an inspiration to others who also aspire to be healthier.

“Kung kaya ko, I’m sure kayang kaya nila. Hindi ko nga nasabi kanina but ako with the kind of job that I have, with the kind of schedule that I have, mahirap na. Yung ibang tao mas regular yung schedule nila, I’m sure kayang kaya nila,” he said.

Ending the interview on a high note, the prized Kapamilya actor said, “I really feel great, I feel healthier. I feel so much better!”

John Lloyd: Sarah made me want to sin

Sarah Geronimo played down the statement of her leading man John Lloyd Cruz when he said she made him "want to sin" the first time they worked together for a movie.

In his interview with “Inside The Cinema” last week, Cruz told host Boy Abunda that he was caught by the singer’s charm and magic during their first big screen partnership on “A Very Special Love.”

“Doon ako nadali ni Sarah, ng magic niya, ng charm. Iba siya, iba talaga. In the movie, she made me want to sin. Ang bigat noon, pero kinaya ko,” Cruz said.

But Geronimo tried to de-emphasize Cruz's telling statement in her live interview with “The Buzz” on Sunday.

“Si Lloydie, siya 'yung taong mabilis matuwa, ma-endear sa isang tao. Sa tingin ko iyon lang iyon,” she said.

Regardless of this, Geronimo thanked Cruz for all the achievements that they have shared in their series of romantic-comedy movies.

“Thank you, thank you so much at nagkasama tayo ulit at na-restore din ang ating magandang pagkakaibigan,” she said.

Cruz, for his part, told Geronimo that he will always just be there for the singer-actress even as they await their next project together.

“Sars, thank you for the opportunity, for the friendship. Sana it doesn’t end here. Sana hindi siya matapos and from my end, alam mo naman na I’ll always be here. You’re very special to me.

Maraming, maraming salamat na ako ito at ikaw iyan. Thank you,” he said.

While many are hopeful that there will be fourth movie for their characters as Miggy and Laida, Cruz is positive that he and Geronimo will again share the big screen in the future.

“Definitely magkakatrabaho pa kami. This is not the end for me and Sarah. Malabo iyon, imposible iyon. I can’t wait to see the next material for me and Sarah,” he said.

John Lloyd touched, tears up on 'The Buzz'

MANILA – John Lloyd Cruz may already be one of this generation’s brightest stars but the actor, it turns out, sometimes doesn't think highly of himself.

During his guesting on “The Buzz” on Sunday, Cruz turned emotional after watching a recorded video of his past and present leading ladies, who only had good words to say about him.

“Ang bigat masyado [nung video]. Mare-realize mo na ganun pala iyon? Minsan kasi iba ang tingin mo sa sarili mo, tapos sa ibang tao pala, okay ka naman pala. Ang galing. It makes you appreciate yourself a lot better,” he said with tears in his eyes.

Cruz said he is deeply grateful to Bea Alonzo, Toni Gonzaga, Angel Locsin and Sarah Geronimo for making him realize that he has done something right in his life.

“Ang dami diyan na tunay na mahuhusay at tunay na dedicated at talagang magaling. Madalas nahihiya ako kapag nakakasama ko 'yung talagang mga tinitingala sa larangan ng pag-arte at sa standards mo, sila talaga 'yung magaling. But minsan kapag sinasabi ng ibang tao, magpapasalamat ka na lang. Salamat po,” he said.

Working with Sarah

Meanwhile, Cruz said he is already excited for his fans to see his latest movie with Geronimo titled “It Takes A Man and A Woman.” This is the third -- and reportedly the last -- installment of their big screen team-up.

“Iba na kasi ito eh. Iba na ang take off ng story. You have to watch it. Hindi ko rin maikwento. If you’ve seen the trailer, maiintindihan niyo. Mags-start siya na 'yung love story ni Miggy and Laida, natapos,” he said.

Recalling when they did “A Very Special Love” five years ago, Cruz said his team-up with Geronimo is just proof that some of the best things that happen in life are not actually planned.

“It was parang by accident eh. Hindi sinasadya. If I remember it correctly, hindi naman talaga iyon ang dapat na gagawin ko. I was supposed to do a movie with another leading lady tapos hindi puwede so sabi nila ito na lang, gawin natin ito,” he said.

“Kami ni Sarah since day one, since that 'MMK' episode hanggang ngayon, naniniwala ako na we will always have this very special connection. Hindi siya chemistry eh. It’s a gift that goes beyond the chemistry. Iba 'yung sa amin ni Bea, iba y'ung sa amin ni Angel, ni Toni. Iba ‘to eh,” he added.
“It Takes A Man and A Woman” is set to be released in theaters nationwide on March 30.

John Lloyd's health problems caused delay in film's release

MANILA, Philippines -- Singer and actress Sarah Geronimo admitted that health problems concerning actor John Lloyd Cruz caused a slight delay in the release of their third movie "It Takes A Man and Woman."

"Health talaga ni Lloydie ang pinag-uusapan dito. Kailangan talaga na i-consider 'yon. Na-move po kami ng March," Geronimo said in an interview with ABS-CBN News, who added that Cruz was also busy with his series "A Beautiful Affair," which ends its run this week.

"It Takes A Man and a Woman" was originally slated for a Valentine's Day release.
But now that everything is settled, Geronomo is excited that the final installment of their "A Very Special Love" franchise will hit theaters in March.

"Finally! Lahat ng bagay talaga ay nangyayari at the right time, pero nandoon pa din ang pressure. Pero ayaw nating magpaka-negative. Sana ma-appreciate pa din ng tao 'yung chemistry na mayroon kami ni Lloydie," Geronimo said.

Asked if she finally agreed to do kissing scene with Cruz, Geronimo said: "Katulad ng lagi naming sinasabi kahit si John Lloyd din po hindi naman 'yon ang papanoorin ng ta, 'yung kissing scene, kung hindi 'yung ma-witness nila na love story ni Miggy at ni Laida ay happy ending ba o hindi ba," she said.

The movie is set to hit Philippine theaters nationwide on March 30.

Angelica reveals Christmas wish for John Lloyd

MANILA, Philippines -- Actor John Lloyd Cruz is definitely spreading some Christmas cheer this holiday season by preparing the family reunion of his girlfriend Angelica Panganiban.

In an interview after a press conference for Star Cinema's "One More Try" on Wednesday, Panganiban praised Cruz for going the extra mile for her and her family.

"Alam mo siya 'yung sobrang abala kasi makukumpleto ko ang family ko. Parang first time naming buong pamilya na mag-celebrate kami, 'yung family na nagpalaki sa akin. So, lahat sila uuwi galing (Los Angeles)," Panganiban revealed.

"First time, first Christmas ko sa bagong bahay, tapos kumpleto 'yung family ko. Siya (Cruz) talaga 'yung tukso ng tukso na 'wow I'm so happy for you.' Siyempre ako din naman nae-excite ako na kumpleto ang pamilya ko ngayong Pasko at uuwi na sila next week," she said.

Panganiban said Cruz is already planning activities for her family to enjoy this Christmas.

"Siya 'yung gusto na marami kaming gagawin, magbiyahe kami. Kumbaga siya yung nagsa-suggest sa akin na 'o kumain kayo diyan, masarap diyan. O kapag gusto niyong pumunta dito sabihin mo sa akin ipapa-reserve natin.' Balak noon maging events coordinator," Panganiban said.

Panganiban said she's still thinking of the perfect gift she can give Cruz, admitting that it's hard to find a present for someone who almost has everything in life.

"Wala pa nga. Mahirap kasi lahat nasa kanya na, baka card na lang -- credit card," she joked.
"Baka ganoon na lang (card), actually. Siyempre parang di na uso 'yung patalbugan kayo ng gifts. Mas okay na 'yung simple. Sa tingin ko mas malalim yon. Sana makapag-celebrate kami ng  Christmas together, kasi first Christmas na magkasama kami," she said.

Asked of her Christmas wish for Cruz, she replied: "Ay kung may hihilingin ako sana ay mas dumami ang pahinga niya. Hindi naman 'yung sa mawalan siya ng trabaho, hindi ba? Pero grabe, sobra siyang workaholic kahit na nagkakasakit na siya eh trabaho pa din siya. Gusto ko balanse lang na may pahinga siya. may time siya to spend time sa family niya at may time siya sa gusto niyang gawin."
Despite their busy schedules, Panganiban and Cruz try to find time to spend time together. "Actually hindi naman isyu 'yung time. Wala 'yung ganoon," she said.

Right now, Panganiban said she's just happy with everything that's happening in her life.
"Mahirap sabihin na ganito kaaga ay sasabihin mo kontento ka na. Siguro masasabi ko lang na fulfilled ako sa lahat ng nangyayari. Sabi ko nga ano ba ang nagawa kong maganda at ganito ang palit sa akin dahil sobrang ayos ang lahat," she said.

Shaina vacationing in Europe with sisters

MANILA, Philippines -- After her controversial breakup with actor John Lloyd Cruz, actress Shaina Magdayao is now enjoying her vacation in Europe.

On Tuesday, Magdayao told her fans via mobile service "K Text" that she visited St. Peter's Basillica in Vatican.

She's also enjoying touring some of the continent's historical buildings.

"In love with Europe's opera houses," said the actress who just finished her hit afternoon series "Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo."

Magdayao, the youngest sister of actress-singer Vina Morales, said she's enjoying her three-week trip together with her siblings.

"Sisters reunited in Roma yay! I'm so happy, I missed my ate so much, though excited to tour the Vatican today. Don't be shy to say Ciao when you see me, kababayans," she added.

April of last year when Magdaya toured Europe with ex-sweetheart Cruz.
Aside from visiting, they also enjoyed their time in Venice.

Angelica proud of bf John Lloyd

MANILA, Philippines - Actress Angelica Panganiban is so proud of her boyfriend, actor John Lloyd Cruz, that she describes herself as Cruz's biggest fan.

In her official Twitter account, Panganiban shared her recent conversation with her biological father, Mark Charlson.

Panganiban, who is busy with her film "One More Try" told her father how proud she is to have Cruz as a boyfriend.

"It will be shown on Christmas day, dad. We are on our last days. Doing heavy scenes now. But I'm very inspired," Panganiban said referring to her film "One More Try."

She also told her father: "My boyfriend is the best actor (of) his generation. I'm trying my best, to be as good as him. (But that's not gonna happen) I am his biggest fan ever since. I just want to be enough, compared to my idol. There's just too much pressure... Anyways I'll talk to you soon?"
Panganiban also said it feels good to tell her dad about her love for John Lloyd.

"Conversation with my father... Sinong mag-aakala na pwede to? Na ganito kayo magkwentuhan? Na pwede ka mag karon ng ama? Ang pagmamahal talaga walang pwersahan... Kahit iwasan mo.

Mauuwi ka pa din sa 'pagmamahal' .. Kasi... Ganoon ka.. Ganito ang kapalaran mo :) #HappinessIsBestWhenShared."

Panganiban met her American father in Los Angeles, California on November 21, 2010.

Sarah on John Lloyd: 'I'm happy to see him happy'

MANILA -- John Lloyd Cruz and Sarah Geronimo have managed to rekindle their friendship despite a prolonged break from shooting their romantic-comedy film series.

"It's a joy, kasi ang tagal na since we last worked together," Geronimo told reporters shortly after the 25th Awit Awards ceremony held Tuesday night.

"Masaya ako na nanumbalik 'yung friendship namin, 'yung magandang working relationship namin, better talaga. Masaya kami sa set," the actres-singer added.

After being delayed a number of times since it was first announced in mid-2011, the film with the working title "It Takes a Man and a Woman" is now slated for release on Valentine's Day, according Viva Entertainment head Vic del Rosario.

Originally slated for release in July this year, the third installment in the Cathy Garcia-Molina-directed film franchise only managed to resume filming in September.

With her first team-up with Cruz in "A Very Special Love" (2008) drawing loyal fans -- their organized clubs dub themselves "AshLloyds" (Asher is Geronimo's second name) -- Geronimo hopes "It Takes a Man and a Woman" will be able to replicate the success of the first two films in terms of "kilig" and box-office performance.

"Syempre 'yun 'yung goal namin, na maibalik 'yung kilig, 'yung kilig na naramdaman nila doon sa first movie palang, sana bumalik 'yun. At sana 'yung love story meron kaming maibigay na lesson sa kanila," the singer said.

In February, Cruz and Geronimo detailed some aspects of the film, saying that it will be set three years after the second entry in the series.

“Sa bawat relationship naman, laging may changes ‘di ba? Ito may time lapse so makikita natin kung ano ang pagbabago kay Laida at sa relationship nila,” Geronimo said at the time.

On Tuesday, the singer also said they feel pressured to live up to the box-office success of the first two films, which are among the Top 10 highest-grossing Filipino films of all time.

"Double 'yung pressure, kasi ito 'yung last installment namin para sa mga pelikulang ginawa namin ni John Lloyd, so talagang pinagtatrabahuhan nang mabuti, pinapaganda 'yung script, para sa viewers natin," Geronimo said.

Since they last worked together in "You Changed My Life" (2009), which sparked rumors linking them romantically, Geronimo and Cruz have had their respective real-life "love teams."

For a time, the Pop Star Princess was rumored to have a blooming romance with actor Gerald Anderson.

Cruz, on the other hand, is now in a relationship with actress Angelica Panganiban following his break-up with actress Shaina Magdayao.

"I'm happy to see him happy," Geronimo said of her leading man.

John Lloyd, Angelica enjoy beautiful affair

MANILA, Philippines -- Actor John Lloyd Cruz said he's enjoying "a beautiful affair" with his current girlfriend Angelica Panganiban.

"We are just enjoying. Kung nagkakaroon kami ng pagkakataon to be together, to spend time with her family, side niya, side ko, napaka-relax lang. Napakasaya lang. Enjoy lang, enjoy niyo lang 'yung moment, walang pressure. Napakagaan, napaka-fluid," Cruz reporters during the press conference of his newest series "A Beautiful Affair" with Bea Alonzo.

For the first time, Cruz on Sunday publicly admitted on "The Buzz" that he and Panganiban are in a relationship.

Cruz, however, stressed that they never denied anything about their relationship, but explained that he and Panganiban opted to keep what they have private.

"There's no denying. Since day one, since lumabas ang usap-usapan about us, wala naman kaming dininay. Wala kaming dapat i-deny. Noong nakita kami somewhere, nag-Hong Kong kami o saan kami pumunta, hindi kami nagtatago. Hindi lang namin pinipili na pag-usapan openly 'yung relasyon," said Cruz.

Although they have known each other for several years since both are Kapamilya talents, Cruz admitted that he got to know more about Panganiban when they did the Star Magic film "24/7 In Love," which was partly shot in Vietnam last April.

"Well matagal na 'yon pero doon ko sya mas nakilala ng mabuti," he said.

Governed by rules?

In the interview, Cruz stressed that his relationship with Panganiban is not governed by rules.
Cruz made the statement when asked why he seems to have this "rule" of not working with someone he is romantically involved with.

"Hindi naman governed by rules ang aming relasyon. Hindi namin siya pinipili. Hindi namin siya pinipili for the moment," he said.

"Who knows baka in the future magbago ang ihip ng hangin, magbago ang pananaw namin. 'Yun 'yung sinasabi ko parang anything can happen at hindi nawawala 'yung potential mo in achieving more and becoming more. Baka din kasi part siya noon. Hindi ba, parang, hindi mo alam. Gusto ko lang sabihin na hindi siya some kind of rules na dapat hindi magka-trabaho," Cruz added.

Derek willing to work with John Lloyd, Angelica

MANILA, Philippines -- Actor Derek Ramsay is open to working with former girlfriend Angelica Panganiban and her rumored boyfriend actor John Lloyd Cruz.

In an interview during a press conference for his film "A Secret Affair" on Monday, Ramsay believes that it would be easier now to work with Panganiban since they are no longer together.

As for Cruz, Ramsay said it would be an honor for him to work with Cruz, who's considered the country's most bankable actor.

"I was asked if I'd be willing to shoot with Angel or John Lloyd, I said most definitely. Si Angel, siguro mas madali na makaeksena kasi hindi ko na siya girlfriend. Kasi mas mahirap noong nagshoo-shoot kami noon ng 'I Love You Goodbye,' she was my girlfriend," Ramsay explained.

"John Lloyd (is the) No. 1 leading man. I can learn a lot from him which I did noong naka-trabaho ko siya dati. I don't think he also has bad blood against me," Ramsay added.

Ramsay stressed that he and Panganiban already moved on after their breakup in May.
"The focus is back. The crying has been done. It was nice to go through a breakup," he said.

'The Mistress' earns P140M in first week

MANILA, Philippines – Star Cinema’ s “The Mistress” is now officially a blockbuster hit after the movie grossed P140 million in just a week.

This was confirmed to by the movie’s director Olivia M. Lamasan on Wednesday afternoon at a thanksgiving press conference of the movie.

"P140 million in one week. Siyempre masayang masaya, overjoyed. Nagpapasalamat ako sa lahat ng tumangkilik sa pelikulang ito at sa mga hindi pa nanonood ay sana ay hikayatin niyo ang inyong mga kaibigan at kamag para panoorin ito at sana ay kapulutan niyo ng aral," Lamasan said.

For the movie's lead star Bea Alonzo, she admitted that she didn't expect that the movie will be a box office hit.

"Hindi. Actually we were talking about it. Pitching palang sinasabi na ni Inang Olivia, 'Anak huwag kang mag-expect kasi ang story na ito ay masyadong matapang baka hindi pang-box office. Masyadong adult,'" Alonzo told reporters.

"Hindi siya kagaya ng 'No Other Woman' na madami silang batuhan ng linya; dito ay iba. Kung mapapansin niyo quiet ang film so hindi namin ini-expect na magugustuhan ng tao. So proud din kami sa mga audience namin dahil ibig sabihin ay naghahanap sila ng kakaiba, naghahanap sila ng matapang. So nakaka-proud 'yung Filipino audience," she added.

According to the latest data from the website Box Office Mojo, "The Mistress" earned an estimated P106,273,381 on its first five days of release, from Sept. 12-16. It was the week's highest grossing movie, beating the Hollywood hit "Resident Evil: Retribution," which earned P64,030,053.
"The Mistress" is Alonzo and actor John Lloyd Cruz's offering to their fans as they celebrate their 10 years as a love team.

“The Mistress” made its debut on September 12, earning P23 million on its opening day.
Now on its second week, the Cruz-Alonzo movie could possibly overtake last year's hit, "No Other Woman," which earned P200 million in ticket sales for its second week.

“No Other Woman” is the second-highest grossing local movie of all time with total box office receipts of P282.5 million, according to Box Office Mojo. It has raked in P15 million during its opening day.

“The Mistress” is Cruz's eighth film to make more than P100 million in its local release. The actor's biggest hit so far is "You Changed My Life" with Sarah Geronimo, which was released in 2009 and earned P225.2 million.

After the film's premiere night here in the country, Alonzo left for France for its first international screening at the Acropolis in Nice last September 15.

Other international screenings for "The Mistress" will be held in: Auckland, New Zealand; Hawaii; Las Vegas; Seattle; New Jersey; Milpitas, California; San Bruno, California; San Jose, California; Los Angeles, California; Dubai; Abu Dhabi; Qatar; and Bahrain.

Is Shaina dating Diether Ocampo?

MANILA, Philippines - Has actress Shaina Magdayao moved on from her failed romance with John Lloyd Cruz by dating actor Diether Ocampo?

In an interview with "The Buzz" aired on Sunday, Magdayao put the rumors to rest by saying that she only sees Ocampo as an older brother.

"Ano ba? Kuya ko si Diet. Under kami sa isang handler so he's my older brother," says Magdayao.
The actress said she wants to put an end to the issue.

"Ano ba? Huwag niyo nang lagyan ng malisya," Magdayao said.

Magdayao and Ocampo are both under Star Magic. They both starred in the hit series "Rubi", starring Angelica Panganiban.

Magdayao, who is now busy with her afternoon series "Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo" just broke up with actor John Lloyd Cruz.

Ease up on 'flaunting' gifts, Cristy tells Angelica

MANILA, Philippines – Talk show host Cristy Fermin has words of advice for actress Angelica Panganiban on her supposed "flaunting" of gifts reportedly given to her by rumored boyfriend John Lloyd Cruz.

"Konti-konti lang siguro ang pagmamalaki at paghugot 'di ba," Fermin said on her showbiz-oriented talk show during its Friday episode.

Fermin is referring to Panganiban's recent posts on micro-blogging site Twitter, including images showing her in a new vehicle -- a Mercedes Benz SLK -- which has been reported to be a gift from Cruz.

"'Pag ikaw ay isang personalidad, binibigyan ng iba’t-ibang interpretasyon ng iba-ibang kampo [ang pagpo-post sa mga social networking sites]," the controversial host said.

"Katulad ni Angelica Panganiban -- nagi-Instagram, nagti-Twitter, nagfe-Facebook siya tungkol sa mga regalong ibinibigay sa kanya ni John Lloyd Cruz," she added.

According to Fermin, Panganiban's posts showing Cruz's alleged gifts may be seen as the Kapamilya actress' way of showing off to their respective former partners.

Before her rumored relationship with Cruz, Panganiban was in a six-year relationship with actor Derek Ramsay. Cruz, meanwhile, confirmed his breakup with actress Shaina Magdayao in May.
"Nandoon 'yung interpretasyon na, 'Ano ba 'to, ba't niya ipinapakita 'yung mga regalo? Bakit niya ipinagmamalaki lahat ng mga bagay-bagay,'" Fermin said.

"'Ito ba'y dahil iniinggit niya si Shaina Magdayao... o ito'y pinariringgan niya si Derek na nagbigay din ng sasakyan sa kanya noon pero balitang kinabog ng P5.1 million worth na kotse na 'di umano'y binigay sa kanya ni John Lloyd," added Fermin, referring to a Mini Cooper Ramsay had given Panganiban in 2009.

Citing the short time span they have been romantically linked, Fermin cautioned Panganiban and Cruz against "boasting" of their new relationship.

"Sana, tutal din lang bago palang sila, mahirap na ipagmalaki ang iilang linggo, iilang buwan palang na relasyon. Baka mamaya pagdating ng panahong maghiwalay, pagtatawanan sila," Fermin said.
"Si Shaina naman dedma lang, si Derek napaka-gentleman naman," she added.

Since they were rumored to be in a relationship in recent months, Cruz and Panganiban have kept mum on their real status as a couple. The two have also been avoidant of questions on their relationship when asked in interviews for their respective projects.

Currently, Cruz and Panganiban are in Nice, France, along with other ABS-CBN stars, for the "Kapamilya Karavan," a promotional tour held internationally for Filipino audiences.

Angelica gets diamond ring from John Lloyd?

MANILA, Philippines -- After reportedly receiving a luxury car from rumored boyfriend John Lloyd Cruz, actress Angelica Panganiban posted a photo on her Instagram account wearing what appears to be a diamond ring.

Most of her followers believe that the ring was given to her by Cruz.
In the photo, Panganiban was wearing two rings, one ring had a precious big stone, while the other did not.

After posting the photo with the caption "shooting... Bagay pala ang long nails sakin. Pero d ko ma maintain! Masyadong pa gurl," it received different reactions.

"Parang Hindi nmn nails ang kailangan pansinin ie ung ring kw na girl.... ," lysliecavan tweeted.
"perfect! whatever it is: the ring or the nails.. you deserve it. be happy. enjoy being inlove. JLC is lucky to have you. Take care and stay humble as always!❤," netizen iamrengz said.
"engaged?if so, congrats!!" bugmei added.

In a previous interview, Panganiban said she's enjoying her special relationship with Cruz. They were even spotted holding hands while leaving the 6th Star Magic Awards last September 1.

John Lloyd was given Derek's role in 'Mistress'

MANILA, Philippines -- In his latest big screen outing, actor John Lloyd Cruz portrays a character originally pegged for actor-host Derek Ramsay.

During a press conference for Star Cinema's "The Mistress" on Wednesday, actress Bea Alonzo, who stars in the romance film opposite Cruz, shared that Ramsay was at one point tapped for the character of JD, now played by Cruz in the Olivia Lamasan-directed film.

"Nung binabasa ko ['yung script] -- sabihin na natin, kasi una si Derek -- nung binabasa ko siya, talagang Derek, the way the character talks," Alonzo said.

Of being offered the role, Cruz said: "Alam ko na nung unang tanong pa lang, alam ko na tuloy na ako. Bahala na kung ano 'yung ide-demand nito sa 'kin."

"I'm sure kung iba rin 'yung gumawa, maaaring mas higit pa dun sa expectations," he added.
'Ice scramble'

Unsurprisingly, however, Cruz was able to make the character his own, according to Alonzo, his "love team" partner for a decade now.

"Tapos nung si John Lloyd 'yung gumawa, una di ko nakikita, parang ibang-iba, kasi iba mag-deliver naman si John Lloyd 'di ba," she said.

"Nung eto na, nung ginawa na namin 'yung isang scene, 'yung ice scramble scene na 'yun, sabi ko kay Vanessa, 'Van, iba, pero pasok na pasok. Iba, pero ang saya niyang makita,'" Alonzo added, referring to the scriptwriter of "The Mistress," Vanessa Valdez.

In the "ice scramble" scene, shown in the trailer for the film (below), a persistent Cruz is seen cornering Alonzo against a half wall, saying, "I'm not giving up. Have coffee with me."

In an earlier interview with men's lifestyle magazine Esquire, Valdez shared the 28-year-old actor's apprehensions about playing JD in "The Mistress."

"He was so unsure if he could pull it off. 'This is so not me,' sabi niya. He doesnt think he's sexy. The script was looking for a very self-confident man, well-traveled, with a natural swagger, sexy. That's why we found the idea so exiting, because he hasn't done it," Valdez told Esquire in its June 2012 issue.

"He has always played the good boy, the guy who is makulit, sweet when he tries to win the girl. But here he's an adventurer, a man who does what he wants and doesn't care," she added.
'A man of the world'

Even when he first read the script, Cruz said he saw the role as challenging.

"Nung una pa lang, 'Talaga ganito siya? Meron bang lalaking ganito?'" he said.

"Malayo si JD sa 'kin, matapang si JD, he's too aggressive. Malayong-malayo siya sa akin," he added.
During filming for "The Mistress," Cruz said he struggled to give justice to JD's character, who he refers to as "a man of the world."

"Pinakamahirap sigurong eksena, nung mga first few shoooting days ko, doon ako nag-struggle, kasi nga malayo 'yung character sa 'kin," he said.

"It took me a while para huminga 'yung character on its own. Grabe 'yung struggle, pero hindi naman ako napabayaan ng director ko at ni Ate Vanessa," he added.

Although Lamasan and Valdez, along with Cruz's co-actors in the film, are very much convinced of his portrayal, the actor said the achievement was not without its "lonely" nights.
"I really did my best sa pelikulang 'to. Iniyakan ko kahit sa pagtulog. Iniiyakan ko 'yung trabaho, kasi mahirap po talaga," he said.

Also starring Ronaldo Valdez and Hilda Koronel, "The Mistress" hits theaters nationwide on September 12.

John Lloyd takes swipe at critics

MANILA, Philippines – Actor John Lloyd Cruz took a swipe at critics who, he said, have been writing opinionated stories concerning his rumored relationship with actress Angelica Panganiban.

During his exclusive interview with “The Buzz” aired on Sunday, Cruz said he takes offense at people who create reports as if they are close to him.

“Siguro isa sa gusto kong sabihin bago man 'yung tungkol sa amin ni Angelica, nakakatawa minsan kapag nakakarinig ka sa mga tao as if alam nila kung ano ang pinagdadaanan mo, alam nila kung ano ang pinagdadaanan niyo,” he said.

“Grabe, all out, give na give ang pagbibigay ng komento, ng opinyon. Hanggang sa punto na kung ano ang perception nila, kung ano ang opinyon nila, unti-unti, tumatagal, nabubuo, ‘yun na ang totoo sa kanila. Nakakatawa lang. Nakakatawa na minsan nakakairita, minsan, nakakapikon. But mostly, nakakatawa,” he added.

Cruz said that while these people can share their own opinions, they should not cross the line in making assertions.

“Parang let’s not forget na itong mga taong ito, puwede nating sabihin kahit ano ang gusto nating sabihin about them. Puwede tayong magbigay ng opinyon, i-share natin ang opinyon sa mga kapwa natin na opinionated. But in the end, you have to realize na hindi kayo mga parte ng mga buhay ng mga taong ito. I mean, ano ang alam niyo para makapagbuo kayo at makapagkalat kayo ng opinyon niyo?

“We are entitled to our own opinion. But sometimes we forget na oo nga pala, parang… 'Wala nga pala ako doon. Wala nga pala ako sa relasyon nila. Wala nga pala ako doon sa buhay nila at hindi ko pala talaga alam kung ano ang nangyari,’” he said.

Cruz, meantime, said this experience taught him a lesson in making judgments.
“Pagkatapos kong ma-realize 'yun ha, 'yung sa akin mismo, sa sarili ko, naging maingat akong magbigay ng opinyon tungkol sa ibang tao. Naging maingat akong magbigay ng komento especially judgment. Ang tao, ang bilis magbigay ng judgment. Dahan-dahan lang. Ang totoo kasi wala ka namang pinanghahawakan,” he said.

'Special' relationship
In the same interview on "The Buzz," Cruz said it does not seem right to talk about his relationship with Panganiban because it may appear that he is using it to promote his upcoming film "The Mistress" with long-time love team partner Bea Alonzo.

Still, he described their relationship as "special."
“Ang pinanggagalingan ko, for something this special, ayaw ko itong isabay sa promo ng pelikula ko,” he said, adding that his relationship with Panganiban deserves a “better timing.”

“For something this special, itong sa amin ni Angel, hindi sa umiiwas ako, hindi sa ayaw kong pag-usapan. Never kong gugustuhin na maramdaman niya 'yun, na hindi ko siya prina-prioritize,” he said.