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Tuesday, October 2, 2018

Marian Keeps it Real with Canesten


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Huwag mahiya kasi totoo ka.

Bayer Philippines recently successfully relaunched its #1 anti-fungal cream in the Philippines, Canesten. The event took place at the Shangri-La The Fort in BGC, Taguig City where the brand took the opportunity to introduce its newest ambassador, Marian Rivera. When asked why Marian, Canesten’s brand manager, Emmanuel Cruz explained, “She was chosen as Canesten’s brand ambassador because she embodies what the brand is all about – totoo. The brand was looking for someone who can advocate confidence in one’s own skin. Also, a number one brand like Canesten also needs a number one endorser like Marian”. 
   
Marian Rivera’s superstar quality is undeniable. Undoubtedly one of the biggest names in show business today, Marian’s rise to superstardom throughout the years has made her a household name in the industry and the undisputed queen of her home network, GMA 7.



And today, her star continues to shine even brighter with her immense popularity and fan base as a lead and host in GMA 7’s Sunday Pinasaya and by focusing on other personal projects outside showbiz—proof that she’s a force to be reckoned with as one of the country’s leading endorsers. Marian is Canesten’s newest ambassador because the number one anti-fungal brand in the Philippines deserves a number one endorser.

Known to many as very real, relatable, and someone who truly speaks her mind, Marian embodies Canesten’s latest campaign, which focuses on being true and flaunting it to the world. And although we know her well as a celebrity and actress on screen, Marian authenticity relates to us with her many real-life roles as a mother, wife, daughter, and businesswoman dealing with the same issues we go through. But with her what-you-see-is-what-you-get attitude and undeniable confidence, Marian shows us that she’s the real deal and that there is no shame in showing off your genuine self no matter what others may think or say about you.

“Hindi ako nahihiyang ipakita yung totoong ako sa mga tao lalo na sa mga fans ko. Noon pa man nung nag-uumpisa pa lang ako sa showbiz, people saw the real me and maybe kaya ganoon na lang ang pag-embrace nila sa akin,” exclaims Marian who reveals why she believes she has lasted this long in the industry. She credits her more than a decade-long career to being true to herself whether she’s on or off the camera.

Clotrimazole (Canesten) cream kills the root of the infection and treats the skin from further itchiness, redness, and swelling caused by fungal problems like Buni, An-An, Hadhad, and Alipunga. Making it the “totoong pamatay ng fungi” treatment.

Always honest and true to herself, Marian dares you to do the same with the help of Canesten, your best ally against fungal infections. “Paano ka haharap sa mga tao with confidence if madami kang tinatago sa katawan mo, diba?  Dapat natin alagaan ang ating sarili and if may mga tinatago tayo, ‘dun na tayo sa totoong pamatay ng fungal infection – Canesten.” Now, it’s your turn to show off the real you with confidence and without worries.

Canesten is available in 3g, 5g, and 10g tubes in all leading drug stores nationwide like Mercury Drug. Clotrimazole is the generic name of Canesten.  If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.

*Disclaimer: Canesten is an anti-fungal medication which is used to treat various fungal infections, which do not include insect bites. 

Brillante Mendoza’s ALPHA, The Right To Kill Competes at San Sebastian



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World renowned Filipino film director Brillante Mendoza is back in the international scene with his newest film “ALPHA, The Right to Kill” competing in the main competition at San Sebastian International Film Festival in San Sebastian, Spain.


The San Sebastián International Film Festival is an annual international film festival held in the Spanish city of Donostia-San Sebastián in the Basque Country. Since its creation in 1953, it has been established itself as one of the most important cinema festivals in the world, being one of only 14 "A" category competitive festivals accredited by the FIAPF (International Federation of Film Producers Associations). This is the first time that a Filipino film is selected as a Main Competition film in this prestigious festival. It is also a first time for Director Mendoza to participate in San Sebastian. 

“We congratulate Director Mendoza who has always brought honor to the Philippines with his filmmaking. He is continuing the Filipino participation in San Sebastian since last year, Daniel Palacio's "Pailalim" was featured in the New Directors Section which won the Special Mention Fedeora Award. We are proud to support ALPHA, The Right To Kill and we wish the team the best of luck,” said FDCP Chairperson and CEO Mary Liza Diño. 

Director Brillante Mendoza walked the red carpet for the film’s World Premiere in San Sebastian together with the cast led by internationally recognized, award-winning actor Allen Dizon and Elijah Filamor. The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) supported Director Mendoza’s team in their participation through its International Film Festival Assistance Program (IFFAP) and also organized a Philippine Night in San Sebastian last September 23 in honor of Philippine Cinema with international guests and delegates. The Philippine Night was attended by the Philippine Honorary Consulate General in Spain, Madame Susana Palomino.

Alpha, The Right to Kill is set against the backdrop of the Philippines Government's crackdown on illegal drugs, a SWAT-led police force launches an operation to arrest Abel, one of the biggest druglords in Manila. Police Officer Espino and Elijah, a small-time pusher turned informant, provide the intelligence for the operation, which quickly escalates into a violent and heavily-armed confrontation in the slums between the SWAT and Abel's gang. Before the investigators arrive at the crime scene, Espino and Elijah walk off with Abel's backpack full of money and methamphetamine. This gesture of survival for one and corruption for the other will soon set off a dangerous series of events, both of them risking their reputations, families, and lives in the process.
Among the long list of awards of Direk Brillante include the Golden Leopard in Locarno with his first film, Masahista in 2005 Best Director Award for Kinatay in 2009 and Ma' Rosa in 2016 which received the Best Actress Award in Cannes International Film festival. In 2017, he produced Pailalim (Underground), by Daniel Palacios, presented in New Directors at San Sebastian. (source:https://www.sansebastianfestival.com/2018/sections_and_films)
The 66th edition of San Sebastian International Film Festival runs from September 21 to 29, 2018 at San Sebastian, Spain.

Photos by Mr. Ulises Proust and Mr. Dennis C. Evangelista

Lenovo Continues Support for ‘Outstanding Tech Visionary’


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Anna Abola (center), Marketing Communications Manager of Lenovo Philippines,
with the UP GRAINS officers.

Lenovo, a global leader in PC and smart devices, recently renewed its support to the youth by providing additional laptop grants to the University of the Philippines Genetic Researchers and Agricultural Innovators Society (UP GRAINS), a youth organization who was awarded the Outstanding Tech Visionary citation by the company at this year’s Ten Accomplished Youth Organizations (TAYO) Awards.

The Outstanding Tech Visionary citation given by Lenovo at the TAYO Awards recognizes the youth organization with the most meaningful project that addresses key social issues through the innovative use of technology. Together with the award, the winning organization was also provided with Lenovo units.
                                                                                        
Now bolstering its support to the youth organization for their community-based projects, the company is providing UP GRAINS once again devices in the form of brand new YOGA 520 and IdeaPad 320 laptops.

“As a leader in the technological industry, Lenovo injects excitement and vibrancy by driving innovation that exceeds expectations and creates meaningful impact. It suffices to say, that we are in an excellent position to help promote the benefits of technology to the public. Through our partnership with TAYO Awards Foundation, we get to know all these brilliant youth organizations, and together, we could create a huge impact in addressing the country’s concerns through technology. It is inspiring to see young people make an effort to build a better community, and it is our pleasure to contribute in this, “said Michael Ngan, Country General Manager, Lenovo Philippines.

Formed in 2014 by Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Biotechnology (BSABT) students at the University of Philippines Los Baños, UP GRAINS is a service-oriented academic organization that promotes agriculture through various activities involving agricultural biotechnology.

Their Lakbioteknolohiya project is an information and workshop series held in high schools and communities where agriculture is the main source of income. The lessons taught here are directly taken from UPLB’s curriculum which features hands-on exercises on urban farming and agricultural biotechnology experiments with the intent of improving agricultural production and maintain quality agro-environments.

“Since our inception, we have been using our personal laptops for our advocacy projects and activities and these new devices from Lenovo changed that. Now that UP GRAINS has its own set of devices, all our members can have access to laptops especially when out on the field,” said John Albert Caraan, Project Head of Lakbioteknolohiya.

The Search for Ten Accomplished Youth Organizations (TAYO) Awards is a project of the TAYO Awards Foundation, Inc., the country’s premier award-giving body that recognizes and supports the outstanding contributions of youth organizations in the country.


Lenovo has been the exclusive technology partner of the TAYO Awards since 2012.
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