FASHIONISTA: Maxene Magalona's Fashion Tips and Tricks

“ I love fashion,” Maxene Magalona was quoted in a pocket press conference for GMA Network’s afternoon series “ Mga Basang Sisiw” It is evident in the hit afternoon prime soap where she plays as “Vicky” that she is in to style and clothes on and off the set. We asked the 26 year old Kapuso star her top 10 fashion tips and tricks.

1. Learn to wear plain and try to mix it with prints

2. Stay comfortable

3. Never mix different prints at a time

4. Get a style peg and use it as an inspiration

5. Don’t  wear to much jewelry

Juan Minute Spotlight: Mga Basang Sisiw

Back in the 80's there was this movie about abused children by their stepmother, Mga Basang Sisiw became a classic in pinoy movie which moved many hearts and also brought heavy drama by amazing child actors and actresses. Now the modern incarnation of the movie is relived on GMA Afternoon Prime. Check out out exclusive interview of the cast behind this heavy drama in the afternoon block featuring Maxene Magalona, Bianca Umali and Renz Valerio.

Mga Basang Sisiw is a Filipino drama television series developed by Dode Cruz and produced by GMA Network. It premiered on June 3. replacing Unforgettable on the networks coverted Afternoon Prime block, and on June 5, 2013 worldwide via GMA Pinoy TV. The series is inspired on Agustin dela Cruz's Classic Filipino film on the same title and topbilled by Lani Mercado, Raymond Bagatsing, Gardo Versoza, Maxene Magalona, Mike Tan and featuring Renz Valerio, Bianca Umali, Kimberly Faye, Hershey Garcia, and Miko Zarsadias in tne titular characters. The show is produced by Kaye Atienza-Cadsawan and directed by Ricky Davao.

Maxene Magalona’s role in afternoon soap draws ire from viewers

Maxene Magalona may be charming in real life but her sinister role in the GMA afternoon series “Mga Basang Sisiw” is drawing ire from viewers.

Since the second week of the series’ run, its official account on Twitter (@mgabasangsisiw) and on Facebook (Facebook.com/MgaBasangSisiw) have been receiving “hate” comments from viewers carried away by Maxene’s portrayal as Vicky.  Vicky is the main antagonist who makes the life of the lead characters portrayed by Renz Valerio, Bianca Umali, Kimberly Fulgar, Hershey Garcia and Miko Zarsadias miserable every single day.

GMA Network Presents Anniversary Offerings

The Kapuso Network continues to forge ahead and chart new grounds this 2013 as it presents a pioneering line up of its forthcoming programs slated to premiere this June as the Network celebrates its 63rd anniversary.

First on the list is the television remake of one of the network’s most memorable drama series – ANNA KARENINA. The 2013 version stars Barbie Forteza, Joyce Ching and Krystal Reyes together with Derrick Monasterio, Hiro Peralta and Julian Trono. In this modern remake, Barbie will play the role of Karen, while Joyce will take on the role of Nina, and Krystal will assume the role of Anna. Completing the cast are other reputable names in the industry including Sandy Andolong, Juan Rodrigo, Yul Servo, Neil Ryan Sese, Valerie Concepcion with Allan Paule, Ana Roces, Maybelyn dela Cruz, Maureen Larrazabal, Alicia Mayer, Kathleen Hermosa, Joanna Marie Tan and Yasmien Kurdi in a very special role as Maggie. Premiering June 3, this primetime series, which is under the direction of Gina Alajar, tells the story of three girls and their families searching for the real Anna Karenina.