How Piolo and Shaina's friendship bloomed

As in previous interviews, Shaina Magdayao maintains that her “On The Job” co-star Piolo Pascual is a good friend, nothing more nor less.

Photos of the two together are seen on Instagram, which continue to fan rumors that they are an item.

 

Speaking on “The Buzz,” Shaina related that  “isa po siyang (Piolo) mabuting kaibigan talaga…nothing more special than that.”

 

They have been close since working on the fantasy-horror TV series “Lobo,” with Shaina saying that “ inalagaan na niya ako (since then)."

 

 

The two started working out together right before doing “OTJ” which was screened at the Cannes Film Festival last May. 

 

“Before the film kasi started, I had to lose weight …and hanggang sa pag-lose ng weight ko tinutukan din naman (ni Piolo).”

Shaina plays Piolo's wife in "OTJ," a daring role, she said.

 

“…It’s (my) first time (to do ‘intimate scenes’) sa film… most importantly kung pinag-kakatiwalaan ko naman po ’yung leading man ko at aking director, gagawin naman natin.”

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.

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.

Piolo wants team-up with Shaina in new film

MANILA, Philippines – Piolo Pascual is "crossing his fingers" that he will be paired with Shaina Magdayao for his newest action flick.

In the upcoming Erik Matti film "OTJ (On the Job)", Pascual portrays a National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) agent, whose job puts him at odds with his wife.

According to the Kapamilya actor in an interview with entertainment news site Push.com.ph, Magdayao is "our choice for the role [of my wife]."

"[She will portray my wife] only if she accepts the role. We’re crossing our fingers," Pascual said.
In October, the dramatic actor and Magdayao were romantically linked when photos of a supposed "date" in Singapore surfaced online. The two have since denied being in a romantic relationship, but the actress' sister, Vina Morales, chose to keep mum on the issue when asked on the Star Magic talents' state of relationship.

Detailing the plot of "OTJ", which will also feature Gerald Anderson as a "hitman," Pascual said, "'Yung father ni Shaina, played by Michael de Mesa, he's going to be the one na ka-conflict ko."

"With Gerald, siya 'yung ita-try ko hulihin. Madaming sanga 'yung story but it's not going to focus on us. It’s going to focus on the theme of the story," Pascual added.

According to Pascual, "OTJ" has been two years in the making. Now that it's "finally a go," the hunk actor said he is preparing for the physical demands of topbilling an action flick.

"IIt’s knowing the character really well. 'Yung physical requirements, so mostly internal. Like what Gerald said, we’ve known about the project for two years now. I am happy that he’s on board... So we’re all excited," Pascual said.

Shaina's heart still 'under renovation'

MANILA, Philippines – While actress Shaina Magdayao has been attracting many suitors months after she confirmed her breakup with actor John Lloyd Cruz, the actress revealed she is not yet ready to get into another relationship.

In an interview with “The Buzz” on Sunday, Magdayao said her heart is currently “under renovation.”

“Trabaho muna pagkatapos ng lahat ng pinagdaanan ko. Closed pa ang puso ko, under renovation pa ho siya,” she said.

The actress, however, revealed that she will never turn her back on love as she is just waiting for the right one to come.

“Hintay ho tayo ng taong mag-o-open sa [puso ko]. Kapag dumating na ang taong yun, sige i-open natin siya ulit,” she said.

Asked how she feels that she is currenly being linked to several guys, Magdayao said: “Siguro naninibago lang 'yung mga tao na I’m single kasi lagi akong with someone. Siguro 'yung concentration ko sa isang tao lang, ngayon lang siguro ako naging ganito. Ewan ko bakit parang paborito ako ng mga taong intrigahin.”

Magdayao said she is just happy to be surrounded by her friends and loved ones.

“Siguro binabawian lang ako ni Lord sa mga pinagdaanan ko. Pero it’s a nice feeling na na-appreciate ka ng mga tao sa paligid mo. Not only men, but also 'yung friends. Ang daming kong bagong kaibigan ngayon, parang mas nae-expose ko ang sarili ko sa iba’t ibang klaseng tao. They’re decent people. Right now, I’m just really very blessed,” she said.

Magdayao also credits her friends for the birthday celebration that she had recently.

“Yung mga friends ko ang nag-throw ng parties for me. 'Yung gusto ko mangyari, ngayon lang nangyayari kasi lagi akong may problema kapag birthday ko. So I’m very thankful na this year, masaya ako. I’m really really happy,” she said.

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.