Kris’ new crush, Adrien Brody's visit, and airport (fee) drama!

Unlikely couple of the week: Kris Aquino and apl.de.ap?

The Black Eyed Peas singer apl.de.ap is back in the country to shoot a commercial for San Miguel Beer Pale Pilsen with the Queen of All Media, Kris Aquino. Not one to shy away from the limelight, she playfully flirted with Apl at a press conference, asking him, “Are you single? Because I’m single now,” probably alluding to the fact that she has moved on after her annulment with James Yap. It would be interesting to see how the two fare as a couple, since she has a larger-than-life personality that tends to eclipse all others and Apl is a worldwide star used to raging fangirls. Imagine the juicy headlines — “Former First Daughter elopes with rap star” — but what would definitely be juicier is the story when they break up.

Surprise of the week: Adrien Brody in the Philippines

This time, it’s not at all like that Ryan Gosling in Siargao (sob!) scenario. It was definitely a real surprise for fans when news broke out over Twitter that Adrien Brody was spotted in the Philippines — doing what, God only knows. Rumor has it that he’s part of being shot here, but the official word is that he’s on his way to the beach. Either way, fans are excited, especially those who are tired of pretty-boy-next-door Hollywood hunks, and are eager to track him down wherever he will be going (Boracay? Palawan? Puerto Galera?). Like everyone else, he stood in line at the airport and wasn’t recognized by the crowd. There are so many words to be said about his presence here, but blogger and columnist Cecile Zamora-van Straten said it best: “Be still, my heart…”