Paulo Avelino's First ABS-CBN Project is with Coco Martin and Julia Montes

Paulo Avelino has just signed a 2-year contract with ABS-CBN last August 15, but it seems like one of his wishes has already been granted by the network.

In an interview after the contract signing, the StarStruck alumnus told the entertainment press that now that he's already a Kapamilya, he hopes he gets to work with Kim Chiu and Coco Martin who are both noted for the successful primetime shows they had starred in, Paulo said he aims to learn a thing or two from the said Kapamilya talents.

And then a while ago, pep.ph posted this in their scoopbox: "Ayon sa feed na natanggap ng PEP, mala-Wuthering Heights daw ang konsepto ng unang teleserye na gagawin ni Paulo Avelino sa ABS-CBN. Balita ring makakasama ng StarStruck alumnus sa proyektong ito sina Coco Martin at Julia Montes."

Now, that's one wish less from the list!

Wuthering Heights is a romantic drama written by Emily Brontë. A Tagalog movie adaptation of the novel had been released in 1991 titled Hihintayin Kita sa Langit. It was directed by Carlos Siguion-Reyna and starred the love team of Dawn Zulueta and Richard Gomez. It was a big hit and was critically-acclaimed in its time.

Could Paulo's first teleserye be a TV adaptation of Hihintayin Kita sa Langit? Or if not, I'm sure it would be something of that kind since it was described as mala-Wuthering Heights.

Meanwhile, fans of Paulo Avelino have showed their support of the actor thru Twitter and Facebook by saying they would love the 23-year-old actor regardless of the network he chooses.

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Paulo Avelino Transfers to ABS-CBN

Paulo Avelino is shifting from being a Kapuso to become a Kapamilya! The 23-year-old who rose to fame after joining GMA-7's talent search StarStruck back in 2006, has opted to try his luck in ABS-CBN.

Paulo's last project in GMA-7 was Alakdana, where he played opposite Louise delos Reyes. The Kapuso network offered him another soap to convince him to stay but Paulo declined, obviously. The offer was a drama titled Magkaagaw with Michelle Madrigal and Carla Abellana.

Paulo Avelino is said to sign with ABS-CBN on Monday, August 15, 2011.

The StarStruck alum is currently busy shooting the remake of the horror film Aswang under Regal Films. The movie, which originally starred Alma Moreno, now topbills Lovi Poe. Jillian Ward and singer-actor Marc Abaya are also in the cast.

Aside from that, Paulo Avelino is Cosmopolitan magazine's "Man on Fire" for August 2011. You can watch the behind-the-scenes footage of his photoshoot here.

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Nadine Samonte Transferring Network?

Nadine Samonte, one of the stars of the recently-concluded GMA-7 afternoon soap My Lover, My Wife, is rumored to be transferring network after not renewing her contract with her mother studio.

Samonte, who was discovered when she joined the Kapuso network's StarStruck, is reportedly being offered lead roles in major soap operas by TV5 and ABS-CBN – the Kapatid network with The Sisters and the Kapamilya network with the remake of hit 90s teleserye Esperanza.

Originally played by Judy Ann Santos, the role of Esperanza is a bigger opportunity for Nadine to showcase her acting capabilities. And not only that, the rumored leading man would be no less than Piolo Pascual! How could she say no to that? According to reports, Piolo will reprise the role originally played by Wowie De Guzman.

Piolo had also been part of the original Esperanza. He played the role of Bryan and it actually started the Judy Ann-Piolo loveteam.

Dingdong Dantes To Host a New GMA-7 Talent Search

GMA-7 is coming up with a new talent search show to replace StarStruck which ran for five seasons. The new show has a working title of The Protègè and will be hosted by Dingdong Dantes.

StarStruck has produced such talents as Jennylyn Mercado, Mark Herras, Aljur Abrenica, and Kris Bernal. The last pair who won the search was Steven Silva and Sarah Lahbati.

The Protègè is set to be shown later this year.

Starstruck 5, Elite Explosion

The original artista search, who was responsible for the discovery of such talents as Mark Herras and Jennylyn Mercado, is making a comeback this year. After a two-year hiatus, Starstruck will resume on searching for new talents.

Jolina Magdangal and Raymond Gutierrez will still be hosting the show but Dingdong Dantes, due to busy schedules, will be replaced by the lively and articulate Drew Arellano. Iza Calzado will also be a fresh addition to the old council consisting of Joey de Leon and Ida Henares. Mike Tuviera directs the show.

The Final 14 Finalists will automatically receive 5,000 pesos with each week of stay in the competition until contestants are narrowed down to 5. From the remaining 5, the Elite Loveteam and the Elite Survivor will be chosen. The Elite Loveteam will each receive a 2 million peso contract with GMA and 1 million pesos in cash. On the other hand, the Elite Survivor gets a 3 million peso contract with the network plus 2 million pesos in cash.

The Elite Survivor will also sign with Regal Films for a 3-movie contract while the Elite Loveteam gets to join other Starstruck graduates in a movie also with Regal Films. In addition to that, the three gets a franchise of Pinoy Waffle and an endorsement contract with Bench.