Winners at the 2nd Eddys Awards

Award-winning actor Aga Muhlach and showbiz newbie Mary Joy Apostol won top acting honors at the 2nd Eddys Awards of the Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors.

Aga won the award for the family drama “Seven Sundays” produced by Star Cinema while Mary Joy earned the nod for her work in the critically-acclaimed film “Birdshot” produced by TBA.

“Respeto,” the debut film of Treb Monteras, won the Best Film Award while Mikhail Red was named Best Director for “Birdshot.”

There was a triple win for Best Supporting Actress as Angeli Bayani (“Maestra”), Teri Malvar (“Ilawod”) and Chai Fonacier (“Respeto”) were named co-winners.

The Best Supporting Actor plum was given to Dido dela Paz for “Respeto.”

“Respeto” also won awards for Corinne San Jose (Best Sound Design) and Jay Durias (Best Musical Score) and Best Original Song.

“Birdshot” was likewise recognized for Best Cinematography (Mycko David).

Eric Cabahug won the award for Best Screenplay for “Deadma Walking.”

Other winners are “Ang Panday” (Best Visual Effects), Marya Ignacio (Best Editing for “Kita Kita”) and Gino Gonzales (Best Production Design for “Ang Larawan”).

The Rising Producers Circle Awards were given to Roselle Monteverde (Regal Films) and Veronique.

Veteran actor Eddie Garcia, Ms. Gloria Romero, TV executive and actress Charo Santos-Concio and movie queens Ms. Susan Roces, Ms. Nora Aunor and Ms. Maricel Soriano were given the Eddys Film Icons’ award.

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A dream project for all Zumba instructors all over the Philippines and all over the world was accomplished.

Ron Antonio led the Largest Zumba Class in the World, earning a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records. Last May 19, Ron, together with 100 finest Filipino Zumba instructors all over the Philippines, was able to keep a crowd of 13,350 to continuously and synchronically dance for 30 minutes.

The record was achieved in the Province of Camarines Sur through the efforts of Governor Migz Vilafuerte. The challenge was not only for Ron to keep the crowd dancing for 30 minutes and in sync with the music and the choreography of the instructors but also to overcome the forces of natures and all factors that he cannot control.

It rained hard during the crowd registration turning the provincial capitol grounds in a mud pit. But most of the crowd stayed in the field while it was raining.

Ron said the accomplishment was a blessing from God. “When forces of nature such as weather will be at your favor and multitude of people travelling far and wide are braving all the challenges, God is really at your side,” he said.

This July 14, Ron Antonio, together with thousands of Zumba enthusiasts, will be gathering at the PICC Forum for another memorable event to celebrate the Guinness World Records for the Largest Zumba Class.

With Ron Antonio supported by 300 finest instructors all over the Philippines, he affirms his stature as an influencer and a famous figure in the local Zumba and Dance Fitness industry.

Zayaw Pilipinas Victory Party, now on its third year, is presented by Tatiomax Glutathione and Oh So Healthy as the major sponsor, while Pocari Sweat is the official hydration partner. The event is also made possible thanks to Cow Soap, Guyasteen, Tai Chi, Casino Alcohol, Omega, Cocoline Naturals, Mega Tuna, Vita Coco, Oishi, Energen, Silka, Luljetta’s Place, Forever Living and Fashion Smile. Official media partners are Pinas FM 95.5 and WhenInManila.

The event is also a celebration of Ron Antonio’s birthday and will definitely be a showcase of explosive performances and a visual array of concert and stage lights. Together with Ron are some of the best and finest Filipino instructors all over the Philippines. Ron will also be pre-releasing his second dance album entitled “Pinas Zayaw” on July 14. The crowd will have a first-time chance to hear and dance with Ron to the tune of the new tracks on his album.

Zayaw Pilipinas Victory Party will be held the PICC Forum 2 in Pasay. Registration gate opens at 1 p.m. while the concert will start at exactly 2 p.m. For inquiries and more details, contact 09177167261 or 09177039546.