We came to know Anthony V. Gedang as the producer of the indie movie “Ataul for Rent;” and before that, “Casa,” which starred Asia Agcaoili.
Little did we know that there’s more to Anthony, or Tonet as his friends call him.
Tonet is also actually an active environmentalist who could be credited for having exerted effort to clean up (though not fully yet) the Pasig River.
He shared, “Malaki na ang iginanda at ikinalinis ng Pasig River. Ang company ko (EnviroKonsult) ang humihigop ng lahat ng septic tanks sa Metro Manila for 15 years already.”
Tonet also has a watershed in Bulacan planted with more than 20,000 trees.
Tonet’s other company, WaterKonsult, signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) sometime ago with the Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) Board chairman Rene C. Villa for the implementation of a training course in leak detection and reduction of so-called non-revenue water. This shall be offered to the water district free of charge for a period of one year, in line with the objective of helping conserve and sustain the country’s water resources.
Tonet is also a collector of rare antiques, artifacts and historic items housed in his own museum in his house in Quezon City. 30 percent of his prized collections are now on exhibit at Adamson University, where he earned his Commerce degree.
The university bestowed Tonet the Most Outstanding Alumnus Award last year. He was also the commencement speaker.
Tonet loves to travel. “I usually spend seven months a year traveling to foreign lands where I acquire my collections,” he said.
He may be well-off now but Tonet said, “Hindi ako ipinanganak na mayaman, I’m a self-made man. I graduated from Adamson University but finished my MBA at Ateneo de Manila. I started in sales. And I trained salesmen to be master salesmen. I made a Chinese hardware store into a multi-million company. So when I put up my own company it was easy and smooth sailing…”
When not so engrossed with business, Tonet writes books. “I also write poetry, I can finish one poem in five to 10 minutes. I’m 52 and I’m in my most creative stage at the moment. Ganyan siguro kung happy at wala kang problema. May apo na rin kami ng wife ko (the second they were expecting at the time of our interview). Kumpleto na ang buhay ko so ginagawa ko na ang mga gusto kong gawin…”
He has also been recognized for his bonsai plants.
Tonet invests a lot of passion in all of his endeavors. At the moment, he is busy with his third film effort, where he is very much hands-on as producer. The movie, directed and starred in by Ronnie Lazaro, is about an OFW’s family. More on this the next time.
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Sylvia Sanchez Preparing For Lesbian Role
Multi-awarded actress Sylvia Sanchez is seriously preparing herself, physically and emotionally, for her forthcoming role as a lesbian in a Chito Roño movie for Star Cinema. She has now taken to jogging, boxing and dieting.
Sylvia, who plays mother to Jodi Sta. Maria’s character Maya on ABS-CBN’s “Be Careful With My Heart,” revealed that she actually auditioned for the role of a stand-up comedienne who’s also a lesbian and mother of a special child portrayed by John Lloyd Cruz.
She will have her hair cut short for the role.
Sylvia may be busy but she certainly makes time to monitor her son Arjo Atayde’s career development.
Arjo has actually won nominations and awards after starting his showbiz career some two years ago.
So what advice does Sylvia give to her son? “I always advise him to be professional, to be punctual and to show respect to everybody on the set, even the utility people. Huwag mamimili, mahalin lahat ng tao sa set para mahalin din siya. At mahalin niya ang trabaho niya, huwag siyang pasaway. Naniniwala kasi ako na kahit gaano ka kagaling kung pasaway ka, aayawan ka. Kahit hindi ka kagalingan, pero mabait at professional ka, mas gugustuhin ng mga tao…”
So far, Arjo has been following her advice.
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‘Got To Believe’ Fair At Makati Circuit
A whole-day event dubbed “Best Fair Ever” is being mounted today as a special treat to loyal followers of ABS-CBN’s “Got to Believe.” (G2B)
To be held at Makati Circuit, the fair offers a special concert, rides, games and lots of surprises.
It starts at 8 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. Each ticket costs P500 and it comes with a “G2B Army” kit and an access pass to two carnival rides, photobooth and the “G2B Concert.”
Other highlights of the fair include the search for Chichay and Joaquin “Kalokalike,” as with an auction of Chichay’s paintings and various things of Joaquin.
“G2B” is on its last week.
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Tidbits: Happy birthday greetings today, March 2, go to Cocoy Laurel, Veronica Baluyut-Jimenez, Paquita Revilla, Alice Cuazon, Rebecca Guinto, Dr. Hermie M. Isaac, Monette Guevara, Dick E. Orense, Danny Mangahas, Ferdie Salinas, twins Manny Calanno and Mike Calanno, Romeo A. Milan, Jenny Ella Juico, Danny Cabulay, Nini Alvero, Nicollo Paulo Quizon, Jonathan Rochelle Rzje, Mary Ann Macahindog-Dela Cruz, Chris A. Datol, Mark Anthony Lara, Jovy Cua, Raul Herrera, Anita Francisco and PPL talent Gabby Eigenmann… Belated birthday greetings to Flordeliza Olivar-Jusi (Feb. 28) and Jamboy Beltran (Feb. 23)… Silver Oaks Suites and Hotel opens its doors to the public on March 6. Miss International 1979 Melanie Marquez-Lawyer and Bb. Pilipinas-World 2010 Czarina Gatbonton, together with several Manila politicians and Department of Tourism dignitaries, will grace the event. Silver Oaks Suites and Hotel is located at 1520 A. Mabini Street, Ermita, Manila…
Little did we know that there’s more to Anthony, or Tonet as his friends call him.
Tonet is also actually an active environmentalist who could be credited for having exerted effort to clean up (though not fully yet) the Pasig River.
He shared, “Malaki na ang iginanda at ikinalinis ng Pasig River. Ang company ko (EnviroKonsult) ang humihigop ng lahat ng septic tanks sa Metro Manila for 15 years already.”
Tonet also has a watershed in Bulacan planted with more than 20,000 trees.
Tonet’s other company, WaterKonsult, signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) sometime ago with the Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) Board chairman Rene C. Villa for the implementation of a training course in leak detection and reduction of so-called non-revenue water. This shall be offered to the water district free of charge for a period of one year, in line with the objective of helping conserve and sustain the country’s water resources.
Tonet is also a collector of rare antiques, artifacts and historic items housed in his own museum in his house in Quezon City. 30 percent of his prized collections are now on exhibit at Adamson University, where he earned his Commerce degree.
The university bestowed Tonet the Most Outstanding Alumnus Award last year. He was also the commencement speaker.
Tonet loves to travel. “I usually spend seven months a year traveling to foreign lands where I acquire my collections,” he said.
He may be well-off now but Tonet said, “Hindi ako ipinanganak na mayaman, I’m a self-made man. I graduated from Adamson University but finished my MBA at Ateneo de Manila. I started in sales. And I trained salesmen to be master salesmen. I made a Chinese hardware store into a multi-million company. So when I put up my own company it was easy and smooth sailing…”
When not so engrossed with business, Tonet writes books. “I also write poetry, I can finish one poem in five to 10 minutes. I’m 52 and I’m in my most creative stage at the moment. Ganyan siguro kung happy at wala kang problema. May apo na rin kami ng wife ko (the second they were expecting at the time of our interview). Kumpleto na ang buhay ko so ginagawa ko na ang mga gusto kong gawin…”
He has also been recognized for his bonsai plants.
Tonet invests a lot of passion in all of his endeavors. At the moment, he is busy with his third film effort, where he is very much hands-on as producer. The movie, directed and starred in by Ronnie Lazaro, is about an OFW’s family. More on this the next time.
• • •
Sylvia Sanchez Preparing For Lesbian Role
Multi-awarded actress Sylvia Sanchez is seriously preparing herself, physically and emotionally, for her forthcoming role as a lesbian in a Chito Roño movie for Star Cinema. She has now taken to jogging, boxing and dieting.
Sylvia, who plays mother to Jodi Sta. Maria’s character Maya on ABS-CBN’s “Be Careful With My Heart,” revealed that she actually auditioned for the role of a stand-up comedienne who’s also a lesbian and mother of a special child portrayed by John Lloyd Cruz.
She will have her hair cut short for the role.
Sylvia may be busy but she certainly makes time to monitor her son Arjo Atayde’s career development.
Arjo has actually won nominations and awards after starting his showbiz career some two years ago.
So what advice does Sylvia give to her son? “I always advise him to be professional, to be punctual and to show respect to everybody on the set, even the utility people. Huwag mamimili, mahalin lahat ng tao sa set para mahalin din siya. At mahalin niya ang trabaho niya, huwag siyang pasaway. Naniniwala kasi ako na kahit gaano ka kagaling kung pasaway ka, aayawan ka. Kahit hindi ka kagalingan, pero mabait at professional ka, mas gugustuhin ng mga tao…”
So far, Arjo has been following her advice.
• • •
‘Got To Believe’ Fair At Makati Circuit
A whole-day event dubbed “Best Fair Ever” is being mounted today as a special treat to loyal followers of ABS-CBN’s “Got to Believe.” (G2B)
To be held at Makati Circuit, the fair offers a special concert, rides, games and lots of surprises.
It starts at 8 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. Each ticket costs P500 and it comes with a “G2B Army” kit and an access pass to two carnival rides, photobooth and the “G2B Concert.”
Other highlights of the fair include the search for Chichay and Joaquin “Kalokalike,” as with an auction of Chichay’s paintings and various things of Joaquin.
“G2B” is on its last week.
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