Eugene Domingo is on a roll

From movies, to teleseryes to sitcoms, the award-winning actress-comedienne Eugene Domingo gets her own game show in “Lucky Numbers” which premieres on Feb. 27 on TV5.

Eugene expressed her gratitude for being chosen to host this Sunday variety game show which seeks to become an alternative viewing fare in a slot dominated by variety shows.

“I feel lucky to have been offered this kind of show on a Sunday afternoon. It’s the best option on a Sunday afternoon. Maganda ang ginawa ng Kapatid Network na ipinuwesto nila ‘Lucky Numbers’ after ng show ni Joey de Leon who is my idol. Then after ‘Lucky Numbers,’ yung show naman ng mga bagets,” said Eugene.

Uge will have a co-host, but her identity is yet to be revealed although she was described as very talented and very familiar to the viewing public.

In the portion “Big Money Challenge,” Uge will be joined by 10 hunky guys who will bring the briefcases containing various amounts of money and the dreaded X marks. “Meron tayong sampu na tatawagin nating L-boys, lucky boys, ha? Ang mga L-boys ang magbibigay sa atin—sa ating siguro—ng pampagana,” said Uge.

This is the first time that Uge will try to host a game show but she doesn’t see herself as competition to Ms. Kris Aquino who has done many game shows on TV. Besides, “Lucky Numbers” airs on a different time slot.

“I know that the people would surely compare me with Ms. Kris. It can’t be helped that I will be compared to her. Competition is one thing that makes our industry exciting. But with all due respect to Ms. Kris, she has done many game shows, shows that became popular because of her and I admire her. We are just offering something new and different. But it never crossed my mind that I am competing with Ms. Kris,” explained Uge.

The actress-comedienne said she’d rather compete with herself. She always tells herself if she’d be able to withstand a challenge to her capability. “I always admire those who had come before me or those who are more senior to me or more experienced. With this new show, we are offering an alternative viewing fare. Sana panoorin din nila kami,” said Uge.

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The Magic Circle of 6 are all to set to show what they’ve got to be the next Kiddie Superstars as they face the final challenge of their quest this Saturday, Feb. 19, for the grand finals.

They have proven their charm when it comes to comedy and drama, but who among them will emerge as winners as they showcase their individual talents? From the boys, will it be the Little Mr. Funny Guy, Clarence? The Small Boy with a Big Voice, Jelo? Or Kristoff, the Future Icon of Drama? 

 Among the girls, who will shine the most? Brenna, the Dancing Darling? Will it be the Diva in the Making, Maurice? Or Veyda, the Kikay Beauty Queen? 

Together with the surprise production numbers from the hottest Kapamilya stars, find out who will emerge as the new Boy and Girl Kiddie Superstars in the biggest and most prestigious kid talent search in the Philippines, Star Circle Quest, The Grand Kiddie Questors Night on Feb. 19 after MMK, 8:45PM only on ABS-CBN.

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Last Monday, Feb. 14, GMA 7 introduced to the afternoon viewers the heartwarming and inspiring story of Nita Negrita, an original drama depicting the struggles and triumphs of a young Filipino-African American.

Playing the lead role is tween sensation Barbie Forteza who plays Antoinette/Nita Negrita who was raised at an orphanage after being separated from her birth mother at an early age.

After playing a relatable teenager in First Time and Reel Love Presents Twee Hearts to a playful cherub in Pilyang Kerubin, Barbie lands her first afternoon drama allowing her to further hone her acting skills.

Playing her leading man is Joshua Dionisio in what could be their most dramatic project so far. Fellow tween star Lexi Fernandez receives her biggest break as the kontrabida in Nita’s colorful life.