Ang Lee crosses cultural divide
Academy award-winning director Ang Lee says modesty and diligence have been the keys to his success in penetrating foreign cultures that were part of many of his most notable films.
Academy award-winning director Ang Lee says modesty and diligence have been the keys to his success in penetrating foreign cultures that were part of many of his most notable films.
Actor Raymart Santiago on his kids Sabina, 9, and Santino, 5: “Like me, my girl is so much into sports—sumasabay sa akin. I think my boy got his fondness for cooking and eating from me. I love my kids so much. I don’t think I’d survive if I lose them.”
Apl.de.ap, asked about his coaching style on ABS-CBN’s coming talent search “The Voice of the Philippines”: “Definitely truthful. [I’ll give] constructive criticism. And…you know, Imma give you a little swag, you know what I’m sayin’?
Actress Bela Padilla, asked about her views on cosmetic enhancement, said: “I have nothing against cosmetic surgery. If it would make some people feel good, then they should go for it.
Kathryn Bernardo on rumored boyfriend Daniel Padilla being paired with another actress in the future: “Kung magiging mas malakas ‘yung love team niya sa iba, bakit ko naman ipipilit na kami? Ayoko naman hilahin pababa si Daniel. Siguro bahala na kung kanino siya mas may chemistry. Happy ako for Daniel kung sino man ang maka-pair niya.”
Kapamilya star Cristine Reyes, asked if she thought a girl like her could fall for Robin Padilla, her partner in a coming project: “He’s married. If he were single, why not? I think women fall for him because he seems like someone who will always be there to protect you. Although it is also apparent that, deep inside, he’s sweet and compassionate.
Director Andoy Ranay, who is currently doing a film based on the drama masterpiece “Nagalit ang Buwan sa Haba ng Gabi,” shares some thoughts on the late director Danny L. Zialcita.
Gerald Anderson, asked to comment about his two ex-girlfriends Kim Chiu and Sarah Geronimo being friends these days: “Wala na po ako dun. Sila na lang tanungin niyo.
Singer Kuh Ledesma on what keeps her busy: “I try to paint every day for at least two hours. I have a studio in Mandaluyong City and another in Hacienda Isabella (her resort in Tagaytay). I had no formal training but I’ve read books, studied other painters, and visited a lot of museums. I work [...]
“Apoy sa Dagat” star Piolo Pascual on his son Iñigo: “Heartthrob sa school ’yun. Maraming mga babae sa States, medyo aggressive so nakakatuwa naman since he studies in a Christian school … Buti na nga lang medyo involved siya sa extra-curricular [activities], and siya mismo nagsasabi na kapag may mga ganung advances galing sa mga kaklase niya … bata talaga—siya rin ’yung natatakot, siya rin ’yung umiiwas.”
Erich Gonzales on teaming up with Coco Martin for “Juan de la Cruz,” ABS-CBN’s new soap: “I’m honored to be Coco’s love interest in this new series. Being cast with a big star like him makes me work harder. I’m excited, but pressured, but I’ll make sure I’ll enjoy the experience.”
TV5 host Amy Perez posted a photo of her newborn, Isaiah Joaquin, on Twitter. “I now have a teenaged boy, toddler boy and baby boy! I love being a mother!”
