One of the sensational contrabida, Dimples Romana, isn't a contrabida in your life as she shared one of the many important things that you need to have in your life. Insurance, is one of the many things that you ought to have especially with different events happening around us. Insurtech company, Agile Insurance Agency and Business Technologies Inc. or simply Agile pushes its limits in providing digital insurance solutions. Its main purpose is to elevate insurance education by creating agencies for information dissemination and that's where Dimples comes as she tells as the brand ambassador about the product JuanLife Personal Accident Insurance. The product and Dimples was launched last November 27, 2019 at EDSA Shangri-la Hotel.




Dimples, a celebrity momtrepenuer, recently fired up the digital space through her iconic character, Daniela Mondragon in ABS-CBN's drama, Kadenang Ginto. While she appears in many television and movie projects, Dimples maintains a very strong voice as a mother, daughter and a wife, as evident in her social media posts.
"Dimples is a relatable brand endorser for JuanLife because she represents our target market: family nurturers who are central in every Filipino family and will do anything to ensure their loved one's security and success.” said Roselle C. Masirag, General Manager of Agile Insurance Agency and Business Technologies Inc. "They are resilient, problem-solvers, solution-seekers and entrepreneurial by heart, who lives day-by-day making decisions for their family”

JuanLife is a personal accident insurance that was designed to serve the Filipino family. The product’s name, which is a play on the common Pinoy monicker Juan, puts an emphasis that every “Juan” or every Filipino, only has “one life” to live.

Developed in partnership with non-life insurance company, Stronghold Insurance Company, Incorporated, JuanLife Personal Accident Insurance covers death and injury due to accident and acts of nature.

Unlike the typical personal accident insurances in the market, JuanLife, covers a wider age range (from 7 to 60 as opposed to the common 18 to 60), people with hazardous occupations and accidents resulting from acts of nature such as flood, earthquake, etc. Pricing was mindfully developed to apply the same price, regardless of age and type of occupation. Traditional personal accident insurance products apply a higher price for children below 18 and for people with high-risk jobs.

JuanLife is Agile's first partnership initiative with an insurance company. Masirag stressed Agile's advantage of being an insurtech, “Through technology, Agile brings closer insurance companies’ brands closer to the consumers by making insurance accessible 24/7 through its website www.juanlife.com.ph and through our community-based distribution partners, The JuanLife Kakampi,” she explained.

As an insurtech, Agile partners with insurance companies that seek a competitiveness in the digital space. It serves as an innovations arm, offering product development, marketing, distribution, claims facilitation and administrative services to insurance companies.. It also creatively engages with new distribution channels and companies with related goods and services, building a unique business ecosystem for the insurance industry. This is a sustainable service model that builds loyalty and creates value for all stakeholders.

For more information about Agile Insurance Agency and Business Technologies Inc. and JuanLife Personal Accident Insurance, please visit their official website at www.juanlife.com.ph and their social media accounts: on Twitter, on Instagram and on Facebook.

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The much-popular Jollibee Funko Pop is back, this time, bringing twice the excitement as Funko releases a limited-edition Jollibee Hetty POP! 2-pack!

Exclusively available at Jollibee stores, the 2-pack Funko POP! icons feature Jollibee holding a Chickenjoy bucket, together with everyone’s favorite cheerleader, Hetty.

Toy collectors and Jollibee fans will definitely want to get their hands on the first-ever Jollibee 2-pack to complete their Jollibee Ad Icon collection—from the first Jollibee Pop launched in 2018 and limited-edition Metallic and Flocked versions, to the Jollibee in Barong regular and glow-in-the-dark variants.

The Jollibee Funko Pop 2-pack is available from now until January 15, 2020 for only P1,100 with every value meal purchase in participating stores.

Promo is valid for dine-in, drive-thru, and take-out transactions. So, hurry and double the joy and fun with the Jollibee and Hetty Funko POP! 2-pack!

It’s going to be an exciting holiday season as Greenhills launches its first Laser Light Symphony that is sure to keep everybody entertained.

The first of its kind in the Philippines, this brilliant show features two expert laser dancers showcasing their talents with the play of laser lights – a delightfully entertaining and colorful show that will appeal to all. Staged in collaboration with Smart, the laser show will run every half hour from 6 to 10 pm from November 15 through January 5, 2020 at the G-Strip Parking area, bringing an element of fun and surprise to the holiday festivities. Best of all, this laser show is free. Watch the inaugural show on November 15 and be amazed at the amazing fireworks that will signal the start of the Christmas festivities.

The laser show is a unique accompaniment to the Christmas Night Market that will rise at the same spot, allowing everyone to enjoy the best holiday shopping right at the country’s shopping mecca – right up to midnight. Tenants such as Kyuri Sushi, Curry Boss, Sinji Dimsum, Pinoy Yakitori, Bulacan Lugaw Kitchen, The Tipsy Tea and so much more will be there to fill everyone’s holiday cravings. Find gifts for everyone on your gift list as you make your way through the widest array of items you can ever dream of. For even more choices, there’s also the Wonderland Bazaar at the VMall Lobby and the Holiday Tiangge Fair at the Center Mall, both open until 10 PM, with items to match every budget. Start your Christmas shopping with the array of clothes, accessories, bags, furniture, makeup, and speciality food at the fair.

What’s Christmas without food? For the most memorable dining experiences this Christmas, Greenhills has partnered with Mastercard and Zomato for Holiday Feast with Treats, where diners with a single receipt worth P2,000 and use their Mastercard debit, credit, or prepaid card to enjoy special treats. Get rewarded at participating food establishments such as Bangus Republic, Bijin Nabe by Tsukada Nojo, Jay-jay’s Chicken Inasal, Kamameshi Town, Luk Yuen, Mesa, Mom & Tina’s, Moshi Koshi, Pho Hoa, Shakey’s, Shrimp Bucket, Sugar House, Omakase, Tim Hortons, and more.

Spreading the spirit of good cheer will be Santa Claus, who will come for a meet and greet every Saturday of the Christmas Season, right at the VMall on Greenhills’ Giant Santa Chair. Indulge your little ones’ fantasies with a photo session with the man in red. To let everyone feel the joy of the season, carolers will serenade guests with well-loved holiday songs every Sunday in the run-up to Christmas.

Keeping a beautiful Filipino tradition alive, Simbang Gabi masses will be held nightly from December 15 to 23 at the Chapel of the Holy Family right within the mall – allowing guests to hear mass right while staying close to all the conveniences and delights that Greenhills Shopping Center offers.

Drop by Greenhills for a great Christmas experience! For more information on Greenhills’ Christmas Festivities, visit their social media pages at www.facebook.com/greenhillsofficial and www.instagram.com/greenhillsph, and subscribe to their newsletter at www.ortigasmalls.com.

In the spirit of the Christmas season, UNICEF Philippines recently launched Basket of Hope – an online campaign to give meaningful gifts to help children in need.

Said campaign enables people to give something different this Christmas while supporting a cause.

For every donation of P500 to the UNICEF Basket of Hope, an individual can help provide children with treatments for malnutrition, or education supplies, or access to clean water and hygiene essentials. The donation will go directly to children most urgently in need at the time of giving.

For education, a basket can provide backpacks and school supplies. For health, children will be given life-saving treatment and ready-to-eat therapeutic food packs. For water, sanitation, and hygiene, children will get access to clean water and hygiene supplies during emergencies.

The UNICEF Basket of Hope campaign is led by UNICEF’s three Goodwill Ambassadors Gary Valenciano, Daphne Oseña-Paez, and Anne Curtis, and with the support of other celebrities and influencers.

To know more about the Basket of Hope and to make a donation, visit https://bit.ly/2O4XZD8.

Marvel at the giant 40-foot Christmas tree at Ever Mall parking grounds.

There is something magical about the Yuletide Season that brings families together and stirs a sense of joy, excitement and hope.

As Christmas draws near, Ever Malls will bring out the best feelings of the holiday at Ever Commonwealth with a wide array of activities and offers that both kids and adults will enjoy. On top of the list is a giant 40-foot Christmas Trees that towers over the parking grounds of Ever Commonwealth. Families are invited to capture #TheMagicIsHere moments with the Christmas Tree and upload their photos on Instagram for a chance to win one of the five INSTAX to be given out on Christmas Day.
If you love listening to live holiday favorites, let Banda Malabon get you in the festive mood on December 7 with their Christmas symphony. As a highlight, Mikee Quintos and Alden Richards will serenade mall goers on December 1 and December 14, respectively.

Meanwhile, Santa Claus will drop by Ever Commonwealth on December 15 to 21 just before his annual Christmas Eve trip, waiting for you and your family for a seasonal selfie with Father Christmas.

Experience an enchanting Christmas magic show on December 8 at the mall atrium for fun moments with the kids.

Enjoy performances all holiday-long at Ever Mall.

Those looking to tick off items from their gift list are also in for a surprise as Ever Malls offer more shopping options. It will unveil a Christmas bazaar to run from December 2 to 7 and a holiday market featuring #WeekendGourmetProject from December 16 to January 5, 2020, bringing greater convenience to shoppers avoiding the holiday rush.

As a treat, each PHP 500 worth of shopping will entitle customers for a chance to win any of the 13 major gifts from Ever Malls, including PHP50,000 worth of Ever Gift Certificate, PHP50,000 worth of Home Appliances and 40” Smart TV. Promo runs from November 16, 2019 to January 5, 2020.

Ever Mall Christmas lighting opening ceremony. (From L to R) Ronelo Alvarez, Chie Arao-Santos, Evelyn Go, The Queen of Soul Jaya, Cynthia T. Dizon, Nenita Go-Lim, Joshua Aragon, Lourdes Go-Ortiga and Dolly Eloriaga.

Ever Malls invites everyone to visit Ever Commonwealth and make #EVERdayHappyday this magical Yuletide Season! For more details and updates, like and visit EVER Malls’ FB page (EVER-Gotesco Malls-Official).

I have been interviewing Arjo Atayde quite some time already and most of his roles and characters are interesting. He has created different roles that probably have marked to every viewer who has watched his teleseryes. It's interesting that the audiences are affected by the characters that he portrays, which is good because he's effectively delivering what is ought to be delivered by the character.

Arjo's moving from one character to another proves his versatility. From Joaquin to Elai and to Benjo, all with different personalities that he gave justice to the character. He truly loves his craft but far more than the skills and talents that he has, there are still those certain traits that get the audiences to watch him whether his character is a villain or a good one.


During our interview with Arjo Atayde I was able to get some pieces of clues about why people are hooked with this interesting actor. Here are the five (5) interesting traits that I discovered.

1. His eyes speak. Probably it is very rare for an artist not to have eyes that speak whenever you're closely looking at them but for Arjo's case it does not only speak but it gives you that communication that he speaks truly from within him.

2. His dimples. Perhaps it's an admitting factor that actors with dimples capture more attention when they smile. It's like a magnet thing that you'll have a second look.

3. His speaking voice. Like what Ate Julie mentioned in the interview it's his deep but clear speaking voice that made one good impression whether he is a villain or not.

4. His clear passion for the craft of acting. Yes, he is very passionate when it comes to his acting that he really studies and make an effort to connect with his audience through his acting.

5. He's humble. That's one of the traits that I like about him because whether he has a good project or just a plain role he is still very humble and his feet are very much attached to the ground.

And it is just right that BAGMAN is given another season. If you become very much interested in the first season of BAGMAN then you'll probably get hooked as well to its 2nd season. The character of Benjo Malaya was quite different in this new season. As told by Arjo, he is still the same bagman but this time he has power.


Catch how Arjo Atayde makes you believe about the character of Benjo Malaya.

BAGMAN New Season now streaming on iWant.

LG and Netflix are two brands that intertwine together most especially in a season like this, the holiday season. Their goal of providing a Bigger & Better Christmas for all, LG combined Filipinos’ love for the holidays with the brand’s mission of always giving back to the community. In a media launch event recently held in One Canvas Events Place in Pasong Tamo, Makati, LG Philippines outlined the various initiatives they have lined up for the holiday season.

The event started off with LGEPH Product Marketing Manager Angelica Dumlao discussing the Evolution of Picture Quality and how LG has taken great strides in pushing for technological innovation. “We can see the advancement and the evolutionary journey of how TV resolution and picture quality have improved in the last 20 years. The evolution from analog to digital television technology was a slow process, and it wasn’t even until the mid-1990s that HDTV broadcasting began. At that time, most HDTVs were plasma TVs, which were expensive, so HDTV adoption was slow. By the mid-2000s however, affordable 40-inch LCDs started to be sold. By the end of the decade, LCDs were outselling traditional (CRT) TVs as well as plasma TVs. Post HDTVs, companies started looking for newer technologies that could be offered to consumers. The last few years saw the arrival of curved screens, high dynamic range (HDR), smart TVs, OLED TVs, and 4K. Now with the hyper realistic detail and picture quality of 8K available to consumers.” She goes on to add “For us in LG, Life’s about more than having the latest technology. It’s about the experiences technology creates. We are a pacesetter in the industry and we will continue to deliver consumer electronics that let you embrace life and prepare you for its greatest moments.”


Pushing forward with the holiday theme, the first gift that LG has for the community comes in the form of its partnership with Netflix. During the event, Netflix unveiled the streaming service’s holiday film headliner, Klaus. The trailer for the destined Christmas classic, together with its behind the scenes footage, were all screened with the use of LG’s award-winning OLED TVs, the purchase of which comes with an accompanying gift of 6 months of Netflix.

Klaus, the headliner for Netflix’s holiday lineup, is an entirely 2D animated movie, a Netflix first, that harkens to the old Christmas shows we’ve come to know and love. Legendary actor J. K. Simmons provides the voice for the titular Klaus, a reclusive carpenter whom Jesper discovers living alone in a cabin, where he makes his own handmade toys. Like the movies of yore, Netflix hopes that Klaus becomes a Christmas tradition that’s destined to be replayed every holiday season for the years to come. LG also invited the Animation Council of the Philippines, Inc. (ACPI) to share their thoughts on the use of 2D animation in Klaus, how LG OLED TVs are the best platform to view it on, as well as to discuss the state of the local animation industry as a whole.


As an early Christmas present for the organization, LG Philippines donated LG TV. Inkwun Heo, LG Philippines’ Managing Director, recognized the importance of the ACPI’s role in the local industry and how their influence shapes the evolution of picture quality. “With LG, we guarantee an unparalleled, memorable cinematic viewing experience. Through non-stop innovation, LG has been able to offer the best that technology has to offer, be it through our NanoCell or OLED TVs, or with the use of our ThinQ Artificial Intelligence. We want content creators such as ACP to have access to this technology so that they can pay it forward and share it with the community through their art.

Marlyn Montano, Vice President of the ACPI, graciously accepted the TV donation from LG. “Working in the animation industry, innovations in technology are important to us. To be able to compete with other animators from around the world, we need to be at the top. LG’s AI-optimized picture quality that boasts leading clarity, sharpness, detail and brightness is as advanced as you can get. This really helps us in harnessing the best of our abilities.”


Another gift that LG has for the community during the holidays is the #ShareTheGoodLifewithLG campaign. As a way of giving back to the community, LG Philippines has dedicated a portion of each sale of an LG product to go towards furnishing the children of Shelter of Hope. More than that, LG has committed to donate home entertainment and home appliances worth more than Php 1Million. Shelter of Hope is currently building a new home for their resident children who are cancer patients and these gifts will provide much needed Christmas cheer. During the event, LG, Netflix, and the members of the media, in the spirit of Klaus, also brought gifts and toys to give to the children of Shelter of Hope. Just like what Klaus says, “A true selfless act, always sparks another.”

Towards the end of the event, long-time LG brand ambassador James Deakin enumerated the eight reasons why one should buy the award-winning OLED TVs, either as a holiday gift or even for oneself. Firstly, it’s the World's Best Selling OLED TV Brand for 6 consecutive years. Global sales and shipments prove that LG is, once again, the world’s best-selling brand for OLED TVs. Second, LG’s ThinQ technology represents the evolution of TVs. AI-optimized picture quality that boasts leading clarity, sharpness, detail and brightness is delivered to viewers via comprehensive content and ambient light analysis. Third, AI Picture, AI Sound, and AI Smart uses he most powerful 4K processor to optimize clarity, sharpness, sound. The 2nd generation α7 Intelligent Processor recognizes the quality of the original content and optimizes the clarity and sharpness. The light sensor detects ambient light and the AI automatically optimizes brightness in the image to keep a bright and sharp picture regardless of illuminance. With AI Sound, Get the best sound no matter how you have arranged your room and where you are sitting. With the technology recognizing your watching spot, you can fully enjoy the optimized sound. Fourth, It has an IPS Panel for wide viewing angle - Wherever you sit, the IPS 4K panel’s wide viewing angle keeps you enthralled with spectacular realism—displaying almost 100% color accuracy, even from a 60-degree angle. Fifth, it has Dolby Atmos, providing 360-degree surround sound. Sixth, it has a 2-year warranty which safeguards your investment. Seventh, the Magic Remote makes for easy and convenient TV navigation. Lastly, it also has an Emergency Warning Broadcast System for nationwide alerts.


Want to have a Bigger & Better Christmas with LG? Aside from aforementioned proceeds going the Shelter of Hope, OLED and NanoCell TV purchases from today until December 15th come with a raffle ticket. Join the raffle and get a chance to win 1 of 10 LG TVS or Soundbars. And for the Grand Prize, you’ll have a chance to take home 65” OLED TV. The raffle draw will be on December 16. So, watch out and follow our social media accounts @lgphilippines for updates and announcements of winners.

Moms are the ones left in the house and with the number of chores in the house a good solution is really needed to unburden us. So when I was in an event lately, I find this good solution from LG. Though we know there smart appliances already available in the market but there are only few that gives us something that is worth buying and worth having as our companion in tidying up our homes. So LG Philippines wants to let their products do the talking.

LG’s vision of a truly smart home is powered by its proprietary ThinQ AI technology. “LG ThinQ uses knowledge drawn from data analytics and machine learning algorithms to understand the user’s patterns and preferences,” said Inkwun Heo, Managing Director for LG Philippines. “As it adapts and learns from the user’s behavior, LG ThinQ products will ultimately evolve to anticipate the user’s needs and deliver heightened performance.”


All of LG’s newest products have been engineered with the future in mind. Each one is powered by the AI ThinQ technology so that the difference home appliances can communicate with each other to actually offer an indispensable and genuinely helpful system. Artificial Intelligence, however, is but just one feature.

To showcase how the new smart devices seamlessly blend with everyday life, LG commissioned new brand ambassadors who come from different backgrounds, proving without a doubt how these appliances are made for everyone.


Steph Zubiri-Crespi, a long time LG loyalist, boasts how the Twin Wash saves her precious time by being able to do two loads simultaneously. She recounted an instance where the “pause” and “add item” function was a lifesaver. Cristalle Belo-Pitt on the other hand, absolutely adores the LG Instaview Door-in-Door refrigerator. Simply knock twice on the sleek glass panel to illuminate the contents inside without opening the door, reducing cold air loss to help keep food fresher longer. Its modern French door design is an entertainer’s delight with storage options such as the Extra Space compartment for your small or loose items, and a retractable shelf for your taller and oddly-shaped items.

Marco Gumabao raves about the LG Black Two Door Top Freezer he’s been using as it offers a blend of timeless style with the latest innovations, maximum storage space, advanced digital temperature controls, and exclusive LG technology. While Benj Alves on the other hand, is nostalgic about using the LG Black Turbo Wash 3D as he was used to do everything all by himself, laundry included back when he lived in Guam.


LG’s new smart devices are also perfect for families. Dani Barretto-Panlilio loves the Stacking Washer/Dryer Front Load since it makes sure all of her clothes are clean and safe for her newborn baby. “Everything’s really easier with LG. Another thing is thanks to the use of steam, I’m confident that dustmites, bacteria, or allergens will not get to my baby.” LJ Moreno-Alapag has been juggling 3 kids and household duties so the LG Two Door Top Freezer has been a tremendous help. Thanks to the Multi-Air Flow System, superior humidity and temperature levels are maintained, keeping your food fresher, longer. Digital sensors constantly monitor conditions within the refrigerator and strategically-placed vents in every section to help surround your food with cool air no matter where you put it. As far as reliability with Commercial Refs are concerned, funnyman Michael V is all business. To safeguard your investment, all of these refrigerators have a 10-year warranty for its Inverter Linear Compressor and the Smart Inverter Compressor, as well as a 2-year warranty for parts & service courtesy of LG.

Acting as the captain navigating the AI ship is LG’s SmartThinQ App. With the App, you can control all of your electronics and home appliances anytime, anywhere with just a touch of a button. With the widest assortment of wi-fi enabled appliances and one app to manage them all, LG makes managing your smart appliances easy. Thanks to the ThinQ AI technology, the more you use your smart appliances, the smarter they get by remembering usage habits to better anticipate your needs.


What exactly can the App do? For starters, you can do your laundry while you’re stuck in a meeting. SmartThinQ technology lets you start and stop wash cycles remotely, get notifications when your laundry is done and receive helpful reminders about scheduled maintenance. In the peak of summer? Use the LG SmartThinQ app on your smartphone to turn on your air conditioner from anywhere, ensuring you arrive to a cool home.

Though Filipinos starts the Christmas Season on the "Ber" month, the Christmas Tree Lighting still, happens after the commemoration of the Saints and Souls. I remember that most of the establishments does their ceremony 2nd week or mid of November. Just like the one I just recently witnessed, the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in the City of San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan.

Just like in most traditions or even in the family, the preparation and lighting of the Christmas Tree is commonly initiated by the head of the family. It's small family tradition that later on was carried also in different establishments just to bring everyone in a vibe that it is holiday season already.



In the Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony that I attended, it was the father of the city, Mayor Arthur Robes together with his wife Congresswoman Florida Robes led the event which was unveil with a bang. Literally with a bang as it is decorated with sparkling fireworks at the background. This Tree Lighting event was initiated by Mayor Robes four years ago with the aim of giving happiness to every San Josenos and to liven the city with good vibes. Mayor Robes hopes that this be an annual event expected by every San Josenos.


The night were also graced by different choirs from different organizations in San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan. One of the anticipated group to sing is the Tanglawan Singing Ambassadors.

Of course the Lighting of the Christmas Tree is led by the power tandem of Mayor Arthur Robes and Congresswoman Florida Robes that comes with wonderful fireworks at the background.Not only the eyes where brought to a wonderful and colorful view but the ears as well as each choir organization in the city gave their performances to entertain the people of San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan,  The much awaited group was the Tanglawan Singing Ambassadors. It was indeed a colorful night as everyone where gracious enough to bring a good smile and a positive vibe.


They even dubbed the ceremony with "A Bully Free Christmas".

To all San Josenos Merry Christmas!!!!

One of the interesting comedians in GMA, Betong Sumaya, who have made our lonely moments forgettable with his crazy antics and laughable lines. Originally, Betong was an executive producer for various GMA News TV shows. He first came out in front of the camera in 2011 when he joined and won Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Doubles Showdown.

From then on, Betong has become a popular host and actor and is considered one of the country's best comedians.

Betong is currently part of the country's longest-running gag show Bubble Gang and he also stars as Asi in the primetime drama series The Gift.

Aside from hosting and acting, Betong is also a talented stage performer. He started singing when he was just 4 years old and then he joined competitions. While still in school, he also joined various school programs and theater groups.

In celebration of his upcoming birthday on November 21. Betong is holding his first-ever concert - Betong's Amazing Concert: Try Ko Lang Ha? - at the Music Museum

When he asked about how he feels about his first- ever concert, Betong said, "I feel excited and nervous at the same time. It's always been my dream to hold a concert. It took me two years to think and prepare for th is one."

What can we expect from this concert? Betong said, "I'll be showing off an all-new Betong who is not just a comedian but also a performer. But as the title of my concert suggests - Try Ko Lang Ha?

Betong will have special guests at the is concert, including fellow GMA stars Dingdong Dantes, Michael V., Alden Richards, Miguel Tan-Felix, Jeric Gonzales, Aicelle Santos, Maricris Garcia, Maey Bautista, and Chariz Solomon.

Presented by GMA Artist Center and Michael Angelo Productions, Betong's Amazing Concert: Try Ko Lang Ha? is directed by Juan Paulo Infante and under the music direction of Jojo Diamse.

Tickets are priced at P2,900 for VVIP, P2,300 for VIP, P1,500 for Orchestra and P900 for Balcony. For ticket purchases and inquiries, you may contact TicketWorld at 8891-9999 or visit ticketworld.com.ph.

GMA Artist Center would like to thank Doublemint, Sapporo Noodles and Goju For providing souvenirs for this Blog Con.