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14 hours ago
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Ara Mina explains the reason behind her different screen names
Before Ara Mina became a household name, there was a time when she used four different screen names. Born Hazel Pascual Reyes, the award-winning actress shared the reason behind her screen name in "Fast Talk With Boy Abunda" on Monday. According to Ara, her screen name was derived from her sister Cristine Reyes' first name and their other sister. "Inintroduce ako sa 'That's Entertainment,' Ara Mina 'yung name ko. And 'yung Ara Mina, 'yon iyong name ni Cristine [which is] Ara Cristine and Mina name ng isa kong sister Mina Princess," Ara shared, adding that it was her mom who chose that screen name for her. After using the screen name Ara Mina for some time, she changed it to Ara Mina-Reyes for the 1995 movie "Si Mario at Si Goko." "Nilagyan naman ng Mommy ko ng Reyes kasi parang ang dating daw kasi ng Ara Mina is parang first name lang. Parang walang apelyido, parang Ara Mina, Carmina ganoon. So nilagyan niya ng Reyes," she said. The third screen name she used was Dara Mina, and according to Ara it was because of Donna Cruz. "Ang story po diyan ay 'Nako, sikat na sikat sila Donna Cruz, sikat na sikat sila ganyan.' 'Yung mga initials ng mga sikat, so parang lagyan natin ng ano, gawin nating ano, alisin na natin 'yung Reyes, masyado raw mahaba," she recalled. "So ginawa niya [mom] para ano, Dara Mina doon sa pelikulang 'Flor Contemplacion," Ara added. The fourth screen name she had was Danica Gomez, which she used at the height of Charlene Gonzales' popularity. "Sumikat si Charlene Gonzalez, so 'yung G, may letter G si Gonzalez. Sabi ni mommy, 'Nako masyadong maikli ang Dara. Gawin nating Danica. Tapos sikat sila ano Richard Gomez, gawin nating Gomez," she said. Despite using different screen names, people knew her as Ara Mina, which ultimately led her to officially use the name. In 2021, Ara Mina got married to Philippine International Trading Corporation (PITC) President and CEO Dave Almarinez. —Jade Veronique Yap/MGP, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Glaiza De Castro wears Pirena costume from 'Encantadia' 2005
Glaiza De Castro just wore Pirena's warrior costume from the 2005 version of "Encantadia!" On Instagram, the Sparkle star shared a short reel of her in the iconic red armor worn by the original Pirena, Sunshine Dizon. She also had Pirena's weapons, the two swords wielded dual style. "Heto na, mga warka," she wrote in the caption. Glaiza played Pirena in the 2016 remake of "Encantadia." She will reprise her role in the upcoming spinoff, "Sang'gre," which stars Bianca Umali, Kelvin Miranda, Faith Da Silva, and Angel Guardian. The actress is also one of the celebrities who will compete in the "Stars on the Floor," the dance competition hosted by Alden Richards. "Sang'gre" will premiere on June 16, while "Stars on the Floor" will air starting on June 28. —MGP, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
SB19 to release music collaborations this June
SB19 is going to release new music collaborations this June! The P-pop kings announced the good news during the first day of their "Simula at Wakas" world tour kickoff at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan on Saturday. According to the group, there will be two upcoming collaborations that are set to be released on June 27 and June 30. SB19 previously announced a collaboration with Sarah Geronimo back in October 2024. It has not been released as of this writing. The group recently released their "Simula at Wakas" EP, the third installment of their EP trilogy following "Pagsibol" and "Pagtatag!" It includes popular songs "DAM" and "Dungka!" —Jade Veronique Yap/MGP, GMA Integrated News
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2 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Bianca Umali pens heartfelt letter after becoming crowd favorite among PBB fans
Bianca Umali's stay as celebrity house guest in "Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition" may be short, but it was enough to capture the hearts of the viewers who grew fond of her. On Instagram, the Sparkle star shared a photo of her younger self along with a heartfelt message for the PBB fans who showed her love during and after her stint. "Hello po sa inyong lahat. Hindi ko po alam kung saan at paano po magsisimula. Sobra sobra po itong ipinaparamdam ninyo sa akin and I couldn't stop crying. Pang ilang araw na po na sumasabog ang puso ko with gratitude," Bianca wrote. "Maraming salamat po sa inyo. This is the most that I have ever felt love in my life from the outside world," she added. According to Bianca, having been an orphan most of her life, she believed the only love she would ever have, truly deserve, and never lose was from her Lola Vicky—a love that made her feel content and whole. "But now? Oh wow. As I was praying… God gave me the answer. This is what love is. This is a version of the love I thought I would never have… this is the love of my Mommy and my Daddy being showered upon me through all of you and words aren't even enough to express the state I am experiencing. This is surreal. I am over the moon," Bianca said. She also thanked the viewers for giving their time to listen to their story, and said that she never thought that it is possible to feel a love that is beyond measure. "Ka mahal mahal po pala ako ng ganito ka sobra. I never knew I could be loved this much! Ngayon, I have learned na - hindi na ako magisa at lalong hindi na ako dapat matakot sa mga tao at sa mundo. Alam ko na po ito dahil po sa inyo," the Kapuso star said. "Ama, taos-puso po akong nagpasasalamat sa inyo para po sa biyayang mga pangyayari na ito! Kahit kailan ay hindi po ako humiling… at sobra sobra pa po ang binibigay ninyo!" Bianca added. Ending her post, the "Sang'gre" star expressed her love for all the kind praises she received from the netizens. "From the bottom of my heart, mahal na mahal ko din po kayong lahat! If only I could hug each and every one of you ng mahigpit! Ayun lang po okay Iyak lang po ako ulit wait lang po." Previously, Bianca said that she entered PBB because of her late mom May, who was a big fan of the reality show. While inside Bahay ni Kuya, she went viral for cleaning the house. Kuya also gave her a name tag of her mom with his signature at the back. After her PBB stint, Bianca is set to star in "Sang'gre," which will air on GMA Prime beginning on June 16. —Jade Veronique Yap/MGP, GMA Integrated News
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2 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Liza Soberano dazzles in all-black glamour at Netflix Tudum 2025
Liza Soberano is in California to grace the Netflix Tudum 2025! On Instagram, the "Lisa Frankenstein" star shared her look for the global fan event held at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California. At the red carpet, Liza donned a sleek black gown by CHAU PHAM, styled by Perry Tabora. Netflix Tudum shared exciting show announcements for this year and beyond, including the release date of "Stranger Things" Season 5. The event also revealed Lady Gaga as a confirmed guest star for "Wednesday" Season 2, as well as a first look at Tony Tony Chopper of "One Piece." Meanwhile, Liza joined a new project in May dubbed "Can I Come In?" a "podcast-cinema-documentary hybrid" created by artist Sarah Bahbah, who serves as the director and host. —Hermes Joy Tunac/MGP, GMA Integrated News
