Long before the raging debate on inhumane working conditions in show biz, Veteran Entertainer quarreled with Longtime Pal over the same issue.
VE initially didn’t complain about the interminable work hours and deplorable venue for the shoot. But when LP asked VE to wade in floodwaters after two sleepless nights, the crap hit the proverbial fan.
VE refused—citing health concerns.
Grizzled Colleague goaded VE to mention the squabble to the bosses.
With a heavy heart, VE sacrificed friendship, to uphold long-held principles.
Although VE and LP eventually patched things up, their relationship was never the same again.
The vanishing
If Promising Neophyte is missing in action these days, blame the newbie’s lousy attitude.
PN is a holy terror, according to insiders.
PN made life difficult for clueless coworkers. No one was spared, not even Saccharine Star who tried to remain supportive in spite of PN’s rude behavior.
One fine day, however, SS reached the point of no return. SS abandoned PN, who had gone berserk again, in the middle of a meeting.
No wonder, PN’s career swiftly went pfft. And more cooperative contemporaries overtook PN.
Tension in the air
It was supposed to be a festive occasion.
Amid the revelry, a frowning face stood out in the crowd. Glib Celebrity seemed uncomfortable when Flamboyant Personality entered frame.
It’s because FP had a nasty falling-out with GC’s Assertive Benefactor. Unable to remain neutral, GC seemed disturbed by FP’s presence. FP was oblivious, however.
Still, one can cut the tension in the air with a butter knife.
When FP approached and greeted GC… well, let’s just say FP could make halo-halo with the icy reception.
Good riddance
Pushy Insider is notorious for bullying newcomers.
Well, PI didn’t stand a chance against Seasoned Celeb. PI kept pestering SC to disrobe for a scorching sequence in a doomed venture.
SC adamantly refused—fully aware of the exploitative and gratuitous nature of the “request.”
PI was insistent, but SC was just as unyielding. PI threatened never to collaborate with SC again.
SC was unperturbed—deleting and blocking PI and company from Facebook and other contacts’ lists.
They agreed to disagree … forever. Good riddance.
Diva, interrupted
From the Inquirer tabloid Bandera:
Beleaguered Impresario vows never to hire Powerhouse Performer again.
Concerned friends had warned BI of PP’s unsavory reputation.
For a gig, PP demanded to be chauffeured to and from the venue in a luxury van. BI gladly followed PP’s directive. Alas, PP’s handler told BI’s staffers that they were prohibited from riding the same vehicle.
Worse, PP refused to meet with fans and other well-heeled sponsors in an event. PP stayed in the air-conditioned car the whole time—wasting precious gasoline and incurring the ire of BI and other VIP guests in the process.
Epic fail!
Top of talk shows
For those who missed last weekend’s gabfests on TV. (And why we are moved, if we are moved.)
Vice Ganda on trying to meet the September deadline of this year’s MMFF: “Naging parte na ako ng film fest … Sana, makasali ako.” (No pressure.)
Jake Cuenca on MMFF keeping a level playing field for mainstream and indie films: “Dapat fair … ’yung ibang indie, mas mahuhusay pa sa mainstream.” (Ouch!)
Janice de Belen on taking risks in filmmaking: “Once mag-widen ’yung market natin, mas maraming magandang mangyayari.” (Hope springs…)
JESSY Mendiola
Jessy Mendiola on loving her body despite some people saying that her hips are too wide: “Who’s going to love it kung ’di ako?” (It’s the greatest love of all.)
Charo Santos on working with John Lloyd Cruz in a Lav Diaz movie: “I feel very grateful that he accepted… he’s very good and focused.” (Applause, applause.)
Liza Soberano, asked if she and Enrique Gil are already in a relationship: “We’re getting there …” (No need to rush.)
BEA Alonzo (left) and Gerald Anderson
Gerald Anderson on Bea Alonzo, whom he’ll be working with in a movie: “Natulala ako … she’s beautiful inside and out.” (Uuuy!)
Dingdong Dantes on his daughter Baby Zia: “Minu-minuto talaga dapat andoon ka para makita mo lahat ng nangyayari sa kanya.” (Can’t blame him; she’s adorable.)
MARK Herras
Mark Herras on being a dad: “Kapag tinatawag kang ‘daddy’ … ’yun ang pinakamasarap na feeling.” (Awww…)
Aljur Abrenica on getting to know soap costar Janine Gutierrez : “Ume-effort ako … talagang kinulit at kinuwentuhan ko siya.” (Moving on.)
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