ROSE Van Ginkel feels quite lucky since some folks can’t find work in this pandemic but she is doing one movie after another and she is now even being launched to stardom in the naughty sex-comedy “69+1”.

“During the pandemic, I did ‘Gusto Ko Maging Pornstar’, ‘Gluta’, ‘Revirginized’ and now, I play a major role in ‘69+1’, all by Direk Darryl Yap,” she says. “So I’m very thankful to him and to Viva for giving me this big break.”

Rose started doing supporting roles with Viva in 2015 in “Talk Back You’re Dead”. She also did other movies like “Chain Mail” and “Indak”.

“69+1” is her biggest film to date but she admits she had qualms about doing it. “Kasi nga, sexy siya. Mahirap yung movie kasi naiiba ang subject niya about polyamorous relationships. So I asked myself kung kakayanin ko ba, can I give it justice, but I trusted Direk Darryl. Isa pa, nakakahiya naman kung tanggihan ko siya, e sinasabi na niyang ako raw talaga ang bagay doon sa movie.”

She had to psyche herself up well even before the shooting started. “Noong una, nahirapan ako kasi may mga gagawin ako ditong never ko pa nagawa before. Sa story, seven years na kami ni Ate Maui rito so we want to see kung hanggang saan aabot ang relationship namin, kaya kinuha namin si Kuya Janno to test our relationship. First time ko to do a love scene. Tapos ang ka-love scene ko, babae pa. But I’m glad na ang ka-love scene ko is Ate Maui Taylor, kasi ang bait-bait niya at gina-guide niya ako. As lesbian lovers in the story, lagi niya akong kinakausap kasi alam niyang kinakabahan ako.”

How about Janno Gibbs who plays their male lover in the movie? “Si Kuya Janno, mabait din. Naka-work ko na siya before sa isang TV series, so comfortable na ako sa kanya. Comedy rin yung ginawa namin before so parang same-same.”

Does she think viewers can relate with their movie which is about a polyamorous relationship? “I think so naman. Kasi may mga tao ngayon mas gusto ng more excitement sa kanilang relationship at mas adventurous.”

How about her, would she try a polyamorous relationship in real life? “Naku, hindi ko siya gagawin sa totoong buhay, kasi may pagka-conservative pa rin ang views ko. In real lilfe, it won’t work for me kasi may pagka-selosa ako. But I’m glad na, at least, na-experience ko siya rito sa movie.”

What’s her most difficult scene in the movie? “Siguro ‘yung love scene naming tatlo, which is also my favorite part in the movie kaya dapat abangan nyo siya. Noong una, nai-starstruck ako sa kanilang dalawa. Kasi napapanood ko sina Kuya Janno at Ate Maui noon, at hindi ako makapaniwala na nakatrabaho ko na sila ngayon at sa isang naiibang love scene pa.”

Will she allow her family to watch the movie? “Before I accepted naman this project, I consulted my family as I want to hear their side. And they’re okay naman, so I’m proud of it at okay lang ipapanood ko ito sa kanila.”

How does she feel when Janno says that it’s really her launching movie? “I really want to thank Kuya Janno and Ate Maui for helping me with my role. I can’t explain how much they guided me. Ako ‘yung type na madaling ma-stress, but lagi nilang sinasabi, kaya mo ‘yan. Kung anuman ang nagawa ko sa movie, dahil ‘yun sa kanila at hindi ko na ‘yun makakalimutan sa habang buhay, so super thank you sa kanila. Hindi naman nila ako kaanu-ano, but they really supported me. Si Kuya Janno, he’s really protective. Maalaga siya, sabi niya, kapag alinlangan ka sa gagawin mo, sabihin mo agad if you’re not comfortable.”

What can she say that some folks are complaining about the use of the Tagalog word for the sex act which she delivered in the film’s trailer? “Hindi talaga maganda pakinggan ‘yung term, but the movie itself, if they’d watch it, maganda talaga ang story at maayos ang pagkakagawa ng buong movie. Na-shock lang sila sa word na yun but it’s used naman as katatawanan lang, so watch the whole movie muna before they judge it.”

Does she think real lesbians will watch their movie? “May friends akong ganitong couple. Babaeng-babae sila pareho kung tingnan. Now, they’re both excited to watch ‘69+1’, so feeling ko naman magugustuhan nila ito.”

Mother Lily celebrates 83rd birthday digitally

MOTHER Lily Monteverde is a true pillar in the industry. She celebrated her 83rd birthday with a zoom lunch party last Thursday, August 19, and so many people joined to greet her.

First, there was a mass with Bishop Soc Villegas officiating, then Mother Lily delivered her birthday message thanking everyone and praying that this pandemic ends soon so our lives can go back to normal. Then she played the piano for her zoom guests.

Then came the video greetings from various well wishers. The first one was Susan Roces, who did many movies with Regal. Then Maricel Soriano and Snooky Serna who both reminisced their ‘Underage’ days and said they’re proud to be Regal Babies.

Aiko Melendez and Carmina Villarroel followed, then Gabby Concepcion, Vina Morales, Lovi Poe, Dennis Trillo, Carla Abellana, JC de Vera, Pokwang, Dimples Romana, Kris Bernal, Barbie Forteza, Derrick Monasterio, Sanya Lopez, Ken Chan, Rep. Loren Legarda of Antique, Korina Sanchez, Eric Quizon, Directors Joey Reyes, Joel Lamangan, Chito Rono and Erik Matti, Mr. Tony Tuviera of TAPE and his wife, Edgar Allan Guzman, Jane de Leon, Teejay Marquez, Jerome Ponce, Mario Dumaual and many, many more.

Our Wednesday Club shared a joint video greeting with Malou Choa Fagar, Ricky Davao, Allan Diones and Anna Pingol. Before the pandemic, Mother Lily used to host our dinners atvGloria Maris Greenhills, so she has a special place in our hearts as a very special member. Here’s wishing Mother Lily more birthdays and blessings to come, and good health always! More movies and other projects from Regal Entertainment!

Maine joins Vhong in prepaid TV commercial

MAINE Mendoza who has shows with GMA and TV5, teams up with Kapamilya talent Vhong Navarro in SatLite’s “Todo Na ang Sulit” campaign that offers affordable “sulit sa bulsa” prepaid TV offerings. They both dance to the beat of Vhong’s upbeat hit song “Totoy Bibo” in the new SatLite Sulit commercial.

Maine’s new show on BuKo channel debuted last August 2 and since then, “#MaineGoals” has shown us the pretty and perky star ticking off items from her bucket list one by one. She has also developed new skills through her exciting, wacky, and educational challenges. In the pilot episode of her program, Maine took viewers to Mt. Kulis in Rizal, where she shot a vlog-like series where she’s shown climbing and conquering its breathtaking summit.

To keep viewers up to date with the latest episodes of #MaineGoals, they may now tune in to BuKo on SatLite Channel 2, available on Loads 49 and up. SatLite—the budget prepaid Pay TV service powered by Cignal—now offers the lowest pricings ever: SatLite Kit for only P1,190 (previously P1,490) and SatLite Box for P690 (previously P990).
SatLite has its “sulit load” offers, giving subscribers flexibility according to their budget. This includes offers of the lowest 30-day load in the market for only 49 pesos, and Tingi Loads which are good for three days.

Sat Lite users can anticipate the most “sulit sa channels, sulit sa saya, and sulit pampamilya” TV viewing experience, thanks to the wide range of relevant programs and genres available. They get access to up to 55 channels featuring movies, local and international sports, kids, general entertainment and so much more.

Avail of SatLite’s ongoing “Buy 1, Take 2 Load” for New Subscribers promo where users must purchase the 1st month’s load with a minimum of 99 pesos to get the succeeding two months for free. Promo runs until September 30, 2021 only.

As the new faces of SatLite, Maine and Vhong, encourage the public to avail of the brand’s most budget-friendly offers yet. Watch the duo dance to the beat of Vhong’s hit song Totoy Bibo in the new SatLite Sulit Jingle here, as they tell friends and family ‘Todo na ang Sulit’ with SatLite.

Subscribe to SatLite now by visiting your nearest dealer in your area, or check out www.satlitetv.com/where-to-buy for a complete list of Territory Partners. Visit SatLite’s official Facebook page for more details.