Karylle Covers Marie Claire Magazine March 2009 Issue

In the latest issue of Marie Claire magazine, Karylle once more demonstrates that being single is sexy.

Karylle shares with Marie Claire how she came to terms with her parents’ separation first before she dealt with her own separation from her boyfriend of three years, Dingdong Dantes.

For Karylle, the break-up opened a new window for her. She might have lost a boyfriend but she gained career opportunities afterwards.

After the break-up, Karylle became an endorser of Bench Body with the tagline: Single is Sexy. She also transferred to the Kapamilya network and became one of the regulars of the ABS-CBN Sunday musical variety show ASAP. Last week, She also released her third studio album entitled "Song of My Life" under Star Records.

Acting-wise, she starred opposite Christian Bautista in one of the episodes of Your Song Presents: Feb-ibig. She is also set to appear in the upcoming tv series on ABS-CBN like Maruja with Kristine Hermosa, Lovers in Paris with KC Concepcion and Piolo Pascual, and the grandiose Princess Hours.

Karylle Launches "Time For Letting Go" Album on ASAP '09

After 3 years of waiting and wanting, Karylle has finally released her new album under Polyeast Records.

Time For Letting Go has 11 tracks including the carrier single "I'll Never Get Over You Getting Over Me" by Dianne Warren. Other 10 songs are as follows:

Almost Over You
Wala Na Ba Ang Lahat
The Best Of Me
Minamahal Kita
Hulog Ng Langit
Touch Me In the Morning
You've Made Me Stronger
Something New In My Life
Live For Your Love

Watch Karylle below as she performs I'll Never Get Over You Getting Over Me:

I Love Betty La Fea Welcomes Its New Casts Pops Fernandez and Karylle

Aside from Jericho Rosales who will play as Aldo, isang butihing lalaking inampon ng mayaman ngunit muling naulila at pinamanahan ng real state business, I Love Betty La Fea welcomes its new cast members Pops Fernandez and Karylle.

Pops will play as Paulina, ang certified party phile socialite na hindi na sosyal dahil poor na ang family niya. Pero nagpipilit pa ring maging class dahil hindi niya kayang maging mahirap.

At dahil magkatulad sila ng ugali, si Paulina at Daniela magiging BFF (Best Friends Forever). Si Paulina gustong mabawing muli ang nawalang yaman ng pamilya. Si Daniela naman gustong pabagsakin ang Ecomoda. Ngunit isa lang ang hadlang sa kanila...ang Betty-ful na si Betty.

While Karylle will play as Olivia, kapatid ni Paulina. 'Di tulad ni Paulina kuntento na sa kung anong meron siya basta't syang umiibig at iniibig.

Paano kaya maapektuhan sina Armando at Betty sa pagdating nila?

Paano magbabago ang mga buhay at pag-iibigan nila?

Find out the answers on I Love Betty La Fea, weeknights after TV Patrol at ABS-CBN Primetime Bida.

Karylle versus Marian: The True Story

The Buzz aired a special report entitled “Karylle Versus Marian” highlighting the controversial issue of the year.

It was very clever of Boy Abunda, or the writer of The Buzz for that matter, when he asked Karylle if Marian is pregnant. That’s when the love triangle controversy between Karylle, Dingdong Dantes and Marian exploded. In a span of one week, it became the biggest news in pinoy showbizlandia. And the Buzz made a special report chronicling the issue as it started on their show last Monday, to the Desperadas 2 press conference (when Marian Rivera broke into tears) to interviews on the stars involved.

The videos below presented both sides with special emphasis about the negative perception of the press towards Marian Rivera. It was pointed out that the hottest kapuso star is perceived as “gimikera”, “magaspang ang ugali” and “paawa effect.”

But during the show's POV segment, hosts Boy Abunda, Kris Aquino, and Ruffa Gutierrez made their remarks coming from a very reliable sources - Kris as bestfriend to Marian's manager Popoy Caritativo, and Ruffa as Marian's co-star in the movie Desperadas 2 and also present during the presscon where Marian answered the pregnancy issue.

Watch videos below:

Dingdong Dantes Finally Speaks About the Marian Rivera Pregnancy Issue

Dingdong Dantes finally breaks his silence and told the press about his reaction on Karylle's "controversial smile" which lead to Marian Rivera's "pitiful cry" on the presscon of MMFF movie Desperadas 2.

Dingdong said he had a small talk with Marian after the incident and advice her to ignore and better buried the issue in rest. He also told Marian to be ready and expect a more severe issues coming on their way. So she better not the be sensitive about it.

"Basta ako, I’ll just stick to the truth. Lalabas din naman kung ano ang totoo." said Dingdong

Dingdong also said he sometimes get annoyed especially when his name was drag on the pregnancy issue but also said there is no truth about it at all, "Ganu’n naman talaga. eh. Kaya ako, hinahayaan ko na lang."

But when asked about the true status of his relationship with Marian, Dingdong only said "Ayokong maglagay ng label, eh. Basta, okay kami at kung ano man ito tutuloy, bahala na. Basta, masaya naman kaming dalawa.”

Marian Rivera Cries About Pregnancy Issue - "Na-Hurt Po Ako!"

Marian Rivera admitted that she was offended by Karylle’s “controversial smile” regarding the pregnancy issue invoked by Boy Abunda on the Buzz last Sunday.

As the newest Kapuso to go ober-da-bakod, Karylle occupied the hot seat on the Buzz' “Tough Ten” segment where she answered the 10 tough questions that Boy Abunda thrown at her - 9 questions, 8 of which were all about Dingdong, Marian or both.

The no. 1 tough question goes: “Buntis ba si Marian Rivera?” Karylle did not answer anything but a figurative “smile.” Boy Abunda read between the lines and responded, “Salamat sa pagtitiwala.”

This afternoon, when the grand press conference of the MMFF movie “Desperadas 2″ was held at the Imperial Palace Suites, Marian was asked by the press if she’s indeed pregnant. At first, Marian jokingly answered “Pwede bang smile na lang din ang isagot ko?” Afterwards, the reigning primetime queen answered the question straight on, “Hindi po ako buntis.”

“Na-hurt ako sa kanya dahil kung ako ang tatanungin ng ganoong katanungan, ang isasagot ko, ‘Wala po akong alam diyan’ o ‘Wala po ako sa posisyon na sumagot diyan.’ Nagkaroon ng malisya ang pag smile-smile niya. Inaamin ko, na-hurt ako,” she added while she broke into tears.

“Na-offend talaga ako. Hindi naman ako tanga at lalong hindi na ako bata para magkamali ng ganoon na magpabuntis. Marami pa akong gustong mangyari sa career ko at kung mangyayari man yun, ako na ang magsasabi sa inyo. Isa pa, kung mag-boyfriend kami ni Dingdong, ako ang unang aamin dahil lahat naman ng naging boyfriend ko, naging proud ako.”

Then Marian hits back at Karylle without mentioning her name.

“Makakasagot naman siya [Karylle] dahil may alam naman siya. Sana hindi niya na lang idinaan sa pa-smile-smile.”

The question and answer was immediately discontinued. The reporters mobbed Marian afterwards.

Does Karylle’s Smile Confirms Marian Rivera's Pregnancy?

Karylle’s "controversial smile" on Boy Abunda’s question regarding Marian Rivera’s alleged pregnancy ignited a bomb that is about to explode.

After her grandest welcome party at ASAP, Karylle occupied the hot seat of The Buzz for the segment “Tough 10 Questions.” She breezed through the first 9 questions of Boy Abunda until she heard the last and most difficult one which was:

“I know you have nothing to do with this pero sabi ko nga kasama ka sa kwentong ito, sa iyong pagkakaalam, Karylle, buntis ba si Marian Rivera?”

Karylle did not reply, kept silent and just smilingly stared back at Boy Abunda.

Prior to her transfer to ABS-CBN, Karylle broke up with her boyfriend of three years - Dingdong Dantes. Since Dingdong is paired with Marian Rivera, rumors abounded that the Primetime Queen is the cause of their break-up.

Karylle, however, denied the rumors and said that only her and Dingdong know the real reason of the break-up.

“I think kami lang ni ‘Dong ang makakalam talaga kung bakit kami naghiwalay. I mean we can explain and explain but it will never be fully sufficient. And I think even to this day, we don’t understand why we broke up. So, parang how can you even explain it to other person?” she said.

ABS-CBN Welcomes Karylle on ASAP '08

ABS-CBN had a warmest welcome for Karylle as the newest Kapamilya on ASAP '08, Sunday, December 14.

Karylle was delightfully introduced by her mom Zsa Zsa Padilla saying, "All I want for Christmas nakuha ko na today. Dahil natupad na ang isa sa mga pangarap ko, as we welcome my true Kapamilya dito sa ASAP '08."

Karylle performed her sexy rendition of Rihanna's "Rehab". She was also serenaded by ASAP Cutie Piolo Pascual, Christian Bautista, Sam Milby and Jericho Rosales.

Karylle also had a heartmelting duet with her mom Zsa Zsa Padilla.

See videos below:

Karylle is Bench Body New Image Model

Karylle is Single.

Karylle is Sexy.

Single is Sexy.

Yes, Karylle finally decided to go sexy, aw! And as part of her decision to change her image, she agreed to become a model for Bench Body, the underwear line of the famous clothing brand Bench. From a conservative singer, she will start be seen wearing only undergarments in Bench billboards and posters starting December 13, during the unveiling of her sexy billboard at TriNoma Mall in Quezon City.

Although Karylle refused to describe how sexy she will be on these promotional ads, she gave a slight idea on what she wore during her photo shoot.

"Iba-iba ang sinuot ko, e, may Mobo line din kasi. Mobo line is the one that made by London-based Filipino designer Lesley Mobo, who designs for Diesel.

"It was something that, you know, Bench presented na they want to get me to Bench Body. At first, hindi ko naisip na puwede ba akong mag-endorse ng underwear or something like that.

"Siyempre, kapag kaharap mo na si Mr. Ben Chan at feeling niya kaya mo 'yan, siyempre maniniwala ka naman. Maganda naman ang kinalabasan ng pictorial and I'm very happy about it."

Karylle Sings Lupang Hinirang on Pacquiao - Dela Hoya Fight

See and hear Karylle Tatlonghari singing the Philippine National Anthem on the Manny Pacquiao - Oscar Dela Hoya "The Dream Match" fight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, on December 6.

So, what do you think of Karylle's performance?

Video courtesy of bystander4lyf via youtube

Marian Rivera's Official Statement on the Karylle-Dingdong-Marian Love Triangle

Right after Dingdong Dantes and Karylle admitted in public that they finally put an end to their relationship and that Marian Rivera is not the reason for their break-up, rumors about Marian being the third party and the reason for the break-up still persist.

In an official statement sent by Marian's camp to Showbiz Central last Sunday, November 9, Marian said that she is hurt by the accusation but still insist that she has nothing to do with the break-up.

Here is Marian's official statement:

"Aaminin ko na po na naaapektuhan na ako sa mga usap-usapan na ako ang dahilan ng breakup nina Dingdong at Karylle. Please lang po, huwag naman sanang gano'n.

"Kahit ako o kahit sino siguro sa atin, walang makakaalam, makakaunawa, at higit sa lahat walang dapat manghimasok sa pinagdadaanan nilang dalawa. Silang dalawa lang po ‘yan. At kahit ako nga, walang nalalaman sa totoong namagitan sa kanilang dalawa.

"Ang katatagan po ng kahit anong relasyon ay nakabase sa kung paano kayo makisama sa isa't isa, at kung paano ninyo haharapin ang mga pagsubok. Puwede kayong mag-fail o puwede kayong mag-stick together lalo. Nasa inyo na po ‘yon, di ba?

"Kung tunay at wagas ang pagtititnginan ninyo sa isa't isa, at you can stand the test of time, hindi kayo maghihiwalay. Pagsubok kasi ‘yan. Walang isa na may kasalanan o masisisi pag nagkahiwalay. Alam ko po ‘yan dahil naranasan ko din kasi.

"Masakit mapagbintangan, lalo na't hindi totoo. Sinasabi ko nang hayagan, wala po kaming serious relationship ni Dingdong. Ang meron kami ay isang magandang love team, isang magandang samahan, na salamat sa Diyos ay naging effective naman at tinanggap ng mga nanonood sa amin. Gusto ko pong alagaan at ipagpatuloy ‘yan hangga't binibigyan kami ng pagkakataon.

"Maraming salamat."

Karylle is Now a Kapamilya

Karylle confirms transfer to ABS-CBN 2 after spending most of her career in GMA-7. This came after the confirmation of her rumored breakup with long-time boyfriend, Dingdong Dantes. Karylle’s new management company, STAGES, has taken over talent management duties for the singer, and one of it’s first major move is to transfer Karylle to ABS-CBN. With her imminent transfer, ABS-CBN has lined up projects for Karylle already including appearing in ABS-CBN’s musical variety shows and soap operas. Karylle is also set to record a new album and to reprise her critically-acclaimed portrayal of Maria in “West Side Story.”

Reportedly, Karylle’s transfer has the blessings of GMA-7 SVP for Entertainment TV Wilma Galvante. But before her ABS-CBN transfer, Karylle will still be seen on GMA 7, in such shows as ‘SOP,’ ‘Kakasa Ka Ba sa Grade 5,’ and her singing the Philippine National Anthem at the Manny Pacquiao-Oscar de la Hoya boxing match in Las Vegas, Nevada on December 7 (Philippine time), which will be telecast exclusively in the Philippines by GMA 7.

Here is the official statement of STAGES regarding Karylle's transfer:

"Karylle Tatlonghari receives the blessing of Wilma Galvante, GMA-7 SVP for Entertainment, and Darling de Jesus, GMA-7 AVP for Magazine/Musical/Variety, to do television projects with ABS-CBN.

"The decision to move to ABS-CBN has been initiated by STAGES, Karylle's new management team.

"'As Karylle's new partner in the industry, we've been exploring the best projects for her, in and out of television networks, that will continuously hone her singing, acting and hosting skills. She's got incredible talent that is yet to realize its full potential,'" says Carlo Orosa, Business Head, STAGES Talent Group.

"Karylle is very grateful to GMA-7 for all the opportunities the network has given her. GMA-7 has been behind her success since the early years of her career.

"Galvante wishes her the best, and leaves the door open if she decides to return to GMA-7 someday.

"Karylle will finish her commitments in GMA-7 including her appearances on SOP, Kakasa Ka Ba sa Grade 5, and her singing the Philippine National Anthem at the Manny Pacquiao-Oscar de la Hoya boxing match at Las Vegas, Nevada on December 6.

"Karylle, warmly welcomed by ABS-CBN executives Cory Vidanes and Deo Endrinal, will be seen in ABS-CBN's musical variety shows, and soap operas. She is set to record a new album, and reprise her critically-acclaimed portrayal of Maria in STAGES' production of hit Broadway musical, West Side Story, in 2009."

The Buzz Hosts Had Something to Say About the Dingdong-Karylle-Marian Love Triangle

Amidst the issue that real-life sweethearts Dingdong Dantes and Karylle have broken up because of Marian Rivera, the three have yet to speak to confirm what the real score is. Dingdong and Karylle continue to deny that they have decided to separate ways, with the actor even clarifying that Marian has nothing to do with the issue. News reports say that Marian and constant leading man Dingdong have developed feelings towards each other and the actress' recent breakup with her non-showbiz boyfriend has given way for the two celebrities to pursue their alleged romance.

Meanwhile, on the Points, Opinions and Violent Reactions (POV) segment of The Buzz last Sunday, November 2, the three hosts Boy Abunda, Kris Aquino and Ruffa Gutierrez all shared bits of information in an effort to solve the puzzle. Ruffa went on to say that staff members from her previous film, Desperadas, who are now also the staff of Dingdong and Marian's upcoming movie said that the two are very close on the set. "Sila (staff) ang nagkukuwento na super-sweet daw ang dalawa kahit na walang press," Ruffa revealed.

Kris on the other hand shared that her friend Popoy Caritativo, who is also Marian's manager, told her that the actress and Dingdong aren’t a couple yet. "Hindi sila ni Dingdong pa," Kris quoted Popoy. Popoy also told Kris that Marian is currently happy now, to which Ruffa interjected, "'Yung staff ng Desperadas said, si Marian daw has never been happier in her life." However Kris emphasized there’s nothing wrong with being happy but not at the cost of someone getting hurt. Kris also said that Marian has indeed broken up with her boyfriend because of a commercial deal he did not approve of.

Boy on his part said there shouldn’t be any difficulty for Karylle and Dingdong to say if the relationship has ended and it would definitely simplify their problems. Boy also added another juicy tidbit to the topic by saying he has talked to Marian's ex-boyfriend and he was told that there is no truth in rumors saying that he made Marian chose between him and the project.

The three hosts end the topic by saying that hopefully the issue between the couple and Marian be cleared up soon. Kris even added that she’ll ask Popoy if The Buzz can interview Marian to get her side on the controversy.

Karylle Denies Split Up with Dingdong Dantes

Karylle vehemently denied the unending rumor about her break-up with actor Dingdong Dantes. The young actress said that they are very much together and displeased with those who are circulating the issue.

"Siyempre, nakakainis na may mga gano'n. Pero I saw him naman before he left, nagkasama naman kami, so... Alam mo ‘yon, parang hinahayaan na lang namin minsan. Mahirap kasing magsalita nang magsalita, kasi parang lumalaki lang yung issue," said Karylle in an interview after the last run of her musical play West Side Story.

Watch Lhar Santiago's interview with Karylle below:

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