5 Reasons Why No Gain No Love Will Be the Rom-Com of The Summer

August 2024— Director Kim Jung-sik, Shin Mina, Kim Young-dae, Lee Sang-yi, and Han Ji-hyeon gathered at a local press conference in Seoul to discuss their new series No Gain No Love. The rom-com centers around Son Hae-yeong (Shin Mina) who aims to avoid losing out in every aspect of her life. She’s countered by her polar opposite Kim Ji-uk (Kim Young-dae) who wants to avoid causing harm to others even at his own cost. Another pairing is found in CEO Bok Gyu-hyun (Lee Sang-yi) who is jaded when it comes to love and web novel author Nam Ja-yeon (Han Ji-hyeon) who is inexperienced at love but excellent at concocting love stories. There’s so much to look forward to with more characters, romances, heartwarming stories, and fun. No Gain No Love will be available on Prime Video in the Philippines and more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. See why it’s a must-watch series below.

1. Rom-Com Queen Shin Mina

Renowned rom-com queen Shin Mina is back after 2 years, and it’ll be her most refreshing role yet. Her co-stars had nothing but praise and admiration for the star. Director Kim Jung-sik shared, “I read the script with Shin Mina in mind. I thought that she was the only one who could portray Hae-yeong.” Kim Young-dae added, “It was an opportunity to work with Shin Mina, so I didn’t think twice and signed on immediately. Since I first met Shin Mina, I was so nervous. I have enjoyed her work since I was in high school. She’s so famous and beautiful.” Han Ji-hyeon echoed these sentiments saying, “I was so excited and happy about being able to meet Shin Mina. She’s my ideal type. It was such a beautiful dream to be able to see her and act with her, after only being able to see her on TV before.” So much praise and so much reason to watch Shin Mina in her newest rom-com.

2. Interesting Characters

The characters of No Gain No Love are unique and have interesting backgrounds. Here’s what the actors have to say about their characters. Shin Mina explained, “Hae-yeong is calculative and thinks about whether something will result in a loss to her. She has her own set of rules, she’s smart and assertive.” Kim Young-dae introduced, “Ji-uk is a part-timer at a convenience store. He’s the opposite of Hae-yeong in that he doesn’t want to cause harm to others even if he incurs a loss.” Lee Sang-yi shared, “My character is the CEO of KKULBEE Education. He doesn’t believe in love and dating due to his parents. He wants to stay single.” Lastly, Han Ji-hyeon said, “Ja-yeon has never dated and writes web novels that are rated R.” Each character is distinct and has different stances on love and life compared to one another. Wherever you are amongst the character spectrum, you’ll be able to see viewpoints both similar and dissimilar to your own.

3. Diverse Relationships

With such interesting characters, it only makes sense that their relationships will be entertaining as well. Director Kim Jung-sik stated, “The characters are really diverse. The office romance between Ji-uk who doesn’t want to cause harm and Hae-yeong who doesn’t want to experience any loss. There’s also the love story between third-generation chaebol Gyu-hyun who doesn’t have any love cells and Ja-yeon who has been single her whole life but is great at writing love stories. There are love stories that we haven’t seen before.” Lee Sang-yi added, “There are a lot of fun and different kinds of relationships such as those who are dating, married, family, siblings, etc. It’s fun seeing how these relationships change. You can see a lot of different types of love. Please look forward to it.” With rich character and relationship-focused storytelling, there will be a lot to enjoy.

4. Relatable & Comedic

A true rom-com gem doesn’t skimp on the comedy but balances itself with relatability. You won’t have to worry because No Gain No Love will feature the best of both worlds. Shin Mina shared, “I was attracted to the humanistic part of the relationships. I think it will move viewers a lot and they’ll be able to relate easily. The script itself was so fun, honest, and cheeky. Hae-yeong’s lines were so refreshing.” She further talked about how her character doesn’t hold back and fires off expletives when there is a need to. Director Kim Jung-sik called Shin Mina a comedy queen and further complimented her saying, “I was surprised at how fun Shin Mina is. You’re going to be shocked. You’ll be able to see a different side of her.” In addition, Lee Sang-yi teased about comedic scenes he’ll have with his personal assistant saying, “My character’s relationship with his personal assistant is like that of Tom and Jerry. They’re like friends and have a really great relationship. My character is always calling for him.”

5. Unique Love Stories & More to Look Forward to

And now, on to the romance. No Gain No Love features a unique fake wedding proposal from Hae-yeong so she to not lose out. Her proposal is all the more wild when Ji-uk actually accepts. Things get complicated when Ji-uk ends up working at the same place as Hae-yeong after post fake wedding. Shin Mina teased, “The fake wedding and office romance between my character and Kim Young-dae is something to look out for. Lee Sang-yi and Han Ji-hyeon’s love story is really fun too.” Furthermore, No Gain No Love will be available with subtitles in 26 different languages as well as dubbing in 10 different languages on Prime Video.

It’ll be the perfect watch to enjoy this summer after a long day to chase away your Monday Blues with episodes available every Monday and Tuesday. Don’t forget to watch No Gain No Love, only on Prime Video!

Prime Video Announces New Southeast Asian Original Series LOL: Last One Laughing

SINGAPORE – Prime Video announced today the latest local adaptations from global fan-favorite series LOL: Last One Laughing in Southeast Asia along with the premiere dates and teaser key arts that reveal star-studded hosts of Southeast Asian comedic talents, Vice Ganda in the Philippines, Pandji Pragiwaksono in Indonesia, and Siwat Chotchaicharin (C) and Pramote Pathan (Oat) in Thailand. LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines, LOL: Last One Laughing Thailand are set to premiere on July 4 and LOL: Last One Laughing Indonesia on July 11 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. 

LOL: Last One Laughing format has become the most watched title of all time on Prime Video in Italy, France, and Germany, and had hugely successful local versions in Mexico, Australia, India, Spain, Canada, The Netherlands, Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, and Sweden. Other local celebrity hosts include Jay Baruchel (Canada), Eugenio Derbez (Mexico), Fedez (Italy), Michael "Bully" Herbig (Germany), Rebel Wilson (Australia), Graham Norton (Ireland), and Trevor Noah (South Africa). LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines, LOL: Last One Laughing Thailand and LOL: Last One Laughing Indonesia are the latest adaptations of the successful Prime Video series in Japan, Documental, where the host leads 10 comedians in an anything-goes “battle of laughter behind closed doors.”

In LOL: Last One Laughing format, hosts will lead top comedy talents in a riotous battle of wit and resilience. Picture a room devoid of laughter, where comedians armed with jokes and timing engage in a high-stakes showdown to outlast their peers without cracking a smile themselves. It's a gruelling test of comedic prowess and self-control as they navigate outrageous antics and strategic maneuvers to emerge as the last one standing. With every moment captured by multiple cameras, viewers are in for a front-row seat to witness the ultimate clash of humor and endurance.

“These adaptations of LOL: Last One Laughing will celebrate the rich comedic traditions of the Philippines, Indonesia, and Thailand, and we are excited to share these hilarious shows with a global audience,” said James Farrell, VP of International Originals, Amazon MGM Studios. “We can’t wait to entertain our audiences in Southeast Asia with these shows that feature star-studded casts and unforgettable moments.” 

Vice Ganda, a multi-award-winning comedienne and actress, known for her quick wit and infectious humor commented, "I'm excited to be the host for LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines. Our country has a rich comedy tradition, and it’s fantastic to have a place to showcase our talented comedians to a global audience. I can’t wait to show global audiences how far our Filipino comedians will go to keep a straight face while making everyone else laugh."

Pandji Pragiwaksono, a renowned standup comedian, actor, writer, rap singer and radio and TV personality in Indonesia, shared his enthusiasm, "As a comedian, I'm incredibly proud to host LOL: Last One Laughing Indonesia. This show offers a fresh and unique format to the comedy world. I'm excited for everyone to witness the brilliance and charm of Indonesian comedy."

C Siwat and Oat Pramote, Thailand’s popular hosts celebrated for their spontaneous humor, also expressed their excitement. C commented, "Thai comedy has always been renowned for our unique creativity, and LOL: Last One Laughing Thailand serves as the right avenue to showcase our comedic talents." Oat added, "Being part of LOL: Last One Laughing Thailand is a fantastic opportunity. This show will bring out the best in Thai entertainers, each with their own distinct style of humor. "

LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines, LOL: Last One Laughing Thailand, LOL: Last One Laughing Indonesia come from Amazon MGM Studios, produced in association with Unitel Straight Shooters (Philippines), Halo Production (Thailand) and  BASE Entertainment (Indonesia).

Prime Video Announces Premiere Date and Reveals Key Art for New Comedy Series, Comedy Island Philippines

SINGAPORE—27 July, 2023—Prime Video announced today that Amazon Original comedy series Comedy Island Philippines will be available on Prime Video in the Philippines and more than 240 countries and territories worldwide starting August 31. A hybrid between scripted and unscripted, the six-part series is unique and unpredictable and has been produced by Amazon Studio in collaboration with BASE Entertainment Asia.

Comedy Island Philippines features seven comedians, actors, and social media celebrities—Carlo Aquino, Rufa Mae Quinto, Andrea Brillantes, Jerald Napoles, Cai Cortez, Awra Briguela, Justine Luzares, and Drew Arellano—who embark on a hilarious adventure when they are washed upon the shore of the mysterious Tawa-Tawa Island, which resurfaces after 100 years to commence the fictional “Centennial Games.” They soon find themselves unwitting competitors in these games, and must improvise to survive and escape the island. Pitted against each other in unscripted improvisational scenarios, the celebrities pull out all stops to bring laughter and entertainment to the island’s citizens, in order to win the most votes and a chance to go back home.

 

“Comedy Island Philippines sets the tone and standard of the authentic Filipino stories and genres we want to share with our audiences at home and abroad, and our commitment to the local TV and film industry,” said Quark Henares, head of Originals, Philippines at Prime Video. “Comedy Island is an ambitious format, a  hybrid between reality, comedy, and adventure, shot on an island with massive sets, which features both the best comedic talent from the two major networks in the Philippines, and the new emerging voices including the  up-and-coming social media superstars. We can’t wait to entertain our Pinoy audiences with this show.”

 

The series is produced by Amazon Studios in collaboration with BASE Entertainment Asia, and will be available on Prime Video in over 240 countries and territories worldwide. The six-part series will launch with three episodes streaming back-to-back each week over a two-week period, from August 31-September 7.

 

Comedy Island Philippines joins hundreds of other shows and films available on the Prime Video catalog, such as Fit Check: Confessions of an Ukay Queen, Cattleya Killer, Ten Little Mistresses, Walang KaParis, and Deleter, Korean titles such as Heartbeat, Tale of The Nine Tailed 1938, and Jinny’s Kitchen, anime hits such as Demon Slayer, on top of award-winning and critically acclaimed Amazon Originals like Citadel, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, The Boys, Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, and Emmy and Golden Globe winners Fleabag and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Prime Video members are able to watch films and shows anywhere and anytime on hundreds of compatible devices. In the Prime Video app, members can also download episodes on their mobile devices and tablets and watch them anywhere offline at no additional cost. Prime Video is available in the Philippines for just PHP149 per month.

 

For more updates on Comedy Island Philippines, follow Prime Video on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and YouTube. Stream anywhere, anytime at primevideo.com or download the Prime Video app on Google Play, Apple Store, and Microsoft.

Let Your Feelings Run Wild with GEM this November!

Philippines, 22 October 2017 – Buckle up for a roller coaster of emotions this November! Learn from the struggles of a newlywed housewife in the Japanese drama Caution, Hazardous Wife. See how salarymen cope with office politics in the Japanese workplace drama Heisei Busaiku Salaryman. Join genius detective Hajime Kindaichi as he tries to solve new cases in the murder mystery series The Files of Young Kindaichi NEO. Go head over heels with the fate of star-crossed lovers in the Chinese romantic drama Memory Lost. After all the drama, relax and root for your favorite K-pop idols as they take acting lessons with hilarious consequences in the Korean variety show Acting Fighter.

Caution, Hazardous Wife

Newlywed Isayama Nami (Ayase Haruka) begins her mundane life as an ordinary housewife when she and her husband move to a quiet, exclusive neighborhood. Nami decides to take cooking classes where she meets other housewives, receiving tips from them while becoming friends. But underneath their happy faces, they all seem to have issues troubling them. She suspects one of her new friends is a victim of domestic violence and decides to save her. Can Nami help all her new friends?

Caution, Hazardous Wife premieres 20 November, every Monday and Tuesday at 9pm, first and exclusively on GEM.

Heisei Busaiku Salaryman

At the West Tokyo branch office of Pakupaku Confectionery, a baking company, capable salarymen clinch successive business deals. However, nothing seems to go right for four staff members. They perform their best in their work but they fail, get scolded and must restart their

work all over again. The quartet struggles with challenges as they are dangerously close to being laid off. How will the four struggling salarymen prevail?

Heisei Busaiku Salaryman premieres 22 November, every Wednesday and Thursday at 9pm, first and exclusively on GEM.

The Files of Young Kindaichi NEO

Hajime Kindaichi’s (Ryosuke Yamada) childhood best friend, Miyuki Nanase (Haruna Kawaguchi), is scouted as the lead actress by an award-winning director for the latest production of the school film club. However, there are rumors that everyone connected to the previous production is doomed to die. Indeed, the film club members are found murdered one after another. Can Kindaichi protect Miyuki before she becomes the next victim?

The Files of Young Kindaichi NEO premieres 5 November, every Sunday at 10:30pm, with 2 episodes back-to-back, first and exclusively on GEM.

Memory Lost

Highly intelligent police officer Jingxi (Yang Rong) had previously met Han Chen (Bai Yu) through a misunderstanding. They meet again through another police case, and this time, Jingxi is impressed by the brilliant Han Chen and his use of traditional investigation methods. The pair tries to resolve the misunderstandings between them and work together to solve many difficult cases as Jingxi develops feelings for Han Chen. However, because of an accident years ago, Han Chen has lost his memory and only remembers that he has a fiancée. He searches tirelessly for her, despite his amnesia and everyone else insisting that this woman does not exist, to find the answers to his past. Will Han Chen find the answers that he seeks?

Memory Lost premieres 16 November, from Monday to Friday at 8pm, first and exclusively on GEM.

Acting Fighter

It’s time for the master class of acting! From crying to dramatic scenes, join our hilarious group of young K-pop idols as they take on various challenges every week to improve on their acting skills and win the acknowledgement of their peers! Will they succeed in becoming superstars?

Acting Fighter premieres 4 November, every Saturday at 10:40pm, first and exclusively on GEM.

GEM is available on SKYCable Channel 116 in Metro Manila and on Channel 222 in Cebu, Davao, Bacolod, Iloilo, and Baguio. 

Brad’s Status: A Tribute to Fathers, Family, and Friendship

Ben Stiller's "Brad's Status" is another movie to get engaged together with the whole family. Most of “Brad’s Status” takes place on a visit to east-coast colleges, where Troy — who’s something of a musical prodigy — stands a good chance at being accepted to Harvard U. And yet, instead of being elated for his son’s success, Brad is preoccupied with the fact that his own college buddies appear to be much richer and happier than he is. Without giving anything away, the movie builds to a classical music recital in Cambridge, Mass., and there, dead-center in the audience, is Brad, playing world's smallest violin.

Being that said, comedy, drama and a whole lot of family life lessons can be seen in the entire film. Also, there is a certain cutting-edge truth to the self-analysis Brad goes through in trying to determine if he just has somehow missed the boat in life that everyone else seems to have caught. Or is Brad’s status really more as a stand-up guy that a person society says has “made it”? Could the value of a life be something else entirely?

So, with all of that and more, "Brad's Status" for sure is going to be one epic family movie again, same as all of those movies in which Ben Stiller was able to make a top hit in our local cinemas. Just like "Night at the Museum" and "Night at the Museum 2". "Brad's Status" will premiere this Monday, October 16 at SM Megamall Director's Club Cinema. This film is brought to you here in the Philippines by Solar Pictures.

September Sizzles with the Hottest Asian Dramas on GEM!

Philippines, 03 September 2017 – This September, GEM continues to keep your heart racing with the best of Asian entertainment! Turn up the heat with Japanese drama My Lover’s Secret and Chinese period drama Le Sacrifice. Then cool down with the comedy special Pretty Proofreader Deluxe, which premieres same time as Japan!

My Lover’s Secret

Burdened with a dark family secret that he has been hiding for 11 years, law student Rei Okumori (Fukushi Sota) is unable to maintain relationships with anyone. But when he falls in love with a fellow law student, Sawa Tachibana (Kawaguchi Haruna), he finds happiness for the first time in over a decade. As the couple plans their marriage, a stranger threatens to reveal everything about his darkest secret. How far will Sawa go to accept Rei after his secret is exposed?

My Lover’s Secret premieres 7 September, every Wednesday and Thursday at 9pm, first and exclusively on GEM.

PRETTY PROOFREADER DELUXE

Life is going well for Etsuko Kono (Ishihara Satomi) since she began working at her dream job in the editing department. Just as everything, including her love life, has become fulfilling, the newly-hired chief editor fires a veteran staff member. Etsuko stands up to the coldhearted editor to no avail, and she is transferred out of the department! Adding insult to injury, a young and cute editor is assigned to work with her writer-boyfriend. What will Etsuko do when both her career and love life are at stake?

Pretty Proofreader Deluxe premieres 20 September, Wednesday at 8pm, same time as Japan, first and exclusively on GEM.

Le Sacrifice

At a young age, Shu Man (Eva Cheng) has been nicknamed the ‘unlucky girl’ as unexplained tragedies follow her. Despite this, she grows up to be a kind-hearted lady who wants to help the people around her. Two brothers from the Lin family who are unrelated by blood compete for her attention and love. The Lin brothers have grown up with each other competing for everything in their life including their family’s love. In troubled times of war, their family business is at stake. Will Shu Man succeed in her love life as well as her career?

Le Sacrifice premieres 18 September, from Monday to Friday at 8pm, first and exclusively on GEM.

GEM is available on SKYCable Channel 116 in Metro Manila and on Channel 222 in Cebu, Davao, Bacolod, Iloilo, and Baguio. 

Paw Patrol Invades SM City Calamba For Their "Stay Safe" Mall Tour

Calamba City, Laguna -- Kids from Calamba City, Laguna and nearby places seems that they can't get enough of Paw Patrol as they invaded SM City Calamba last Saturday, August 12. A lot of games, prizes and fun have been shared to both kids and adults alike who attended the said event.

As you all know, Paw Patrol was supposed to have a show last June at The Resort's World Performing Art Theater, which have been cancelled due to some unexpected event.

Now they are back and will have their show  this October at the Smart Araneta Coliseum together with the support of SM Supermalls.

Last Saturday was the "Stay Safe With The Paw Patrol" Tour, where Marshall and Chase of the Paw Patrol graced the event  and performed a dance number in front of us all.

Kids of all ages have been very pleased when they saw the Paw Patrol pups and have the opportunity to have their pictures taken together with these 2 lovable characters.

It was indeed a weekend that we cannot forget, and a show that you should not want to miss in an SM Supermall near you!

Heartwarming Comedy “Playing House” Returns for New Season on Sony Channel

PHILIPPINES (August 11, 2017) – Your favorite “sisters” continue their adventures as their friendship faces its biggest challenge yet in the new season of the comedy series Playing House, which premieres on Sony Channel this August.

Childhood best friends Maggie Caruso (Lennon Parham) and Emma Crawford (Jessica St. Clair) are back, and they are bringing their fun friends with them.

In the new season, the tables are turned as Emma needs all the support she can have from Maggie after she is diagnosed with breast cancer. With the people who love her by her side, Emma undergoes treatment and emerges somehow happier and more fulfilled than she has ever been.

Despite their differences, Maggie and Emma get through the hard times as they complement each other the way only best friends can - by facing the challenges of their past, present and future together.

Playing House Season 3 premieres August 20 and airs every Sunday at 7:30pm, part of ROFLing Sundays first and exclusive on Sony Channel.

 Sony Channel is available on SKYCable Channel 35, Destiny Cable Channel 62, Cignal Channel 120, G Sat Channel 48, and Cablelink Channel 39.