2014 Grammy Nominees!

It looks like Macklemore and Ryan Lewis have thrift shopped their way to superstardom!

Leading the nominations for the 2014 Grammy Awards with nine nominations is Jay Z, followed by Macklemore and Ryan Lewis, Justin Timberlake, Pharrell and Kendrick Lamar with seven nominations each. Up for many major awards are Macklemore and Ryan Lewis while Pharrell is nominated for his guest appearances on Daft Punk’s Get Lucky and Robin Thicke’s Blurred Lines. Also up for major awards including Album of the Year and Best Country Album is the fearless, Taylor’s Swift. Billboard number #1 Lorde, is up for four major awards but the Best New Artist category is not one of them, oddly.

Here are some of the nominations for the top categories for the 2014 Grammy Awards, which will take place in Los Angeles on January 21st, 2014.

Daft Punk and Pharrell Williams – Get Lucky

Robin Thicke featuring T.I and Pharrell Williams – Blurred Lines

Pink and Nate Ruess – Just Give Me A Reason

Macklemore and Ryan Lewis featuring Mary Lambert – Same Love

Justin Timberlake and Jay Z – Suit & Tie

Macklemore and Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanz – Thrift Shop

Queens Of The Stone Age – …Like Clockwork

Neil Young With Crazy Horse – Psychedelic Pill

The full list of nominees is available here.

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Contest: We’re Giving Away RM1000 Worth Of Vouchers To Shop At MOP KLIA Sepang

Wish upon on a star and it just might come true. In the spirit of giving, we are looking to reward a couple of our loyal readers of Hype Malaysia to go shopping at Mitsui Outlet Park KLIA Sepang (MOP KLIA) next month!

This holiday season, MOP KLIA Sepang is having an exciting year-end sale with lots of fun activities. The Sunshine Square has been transformed into a “Bunny Wonderland” with plenty of adorable bunnies and cute furry animals to snap photos with.

Of course, the mall is also determined to make this Christmas a memorable occasion for the less fortunate children (ages 5-17) from ‘Rumah Hope’ through their annual CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) programme. Shoppers who want to contribute can also purchase a gift at MOP KLIA and the customer service will help deliver it to ‘Rumah Hope’.

“The year-end has always been joyous and celebratory with Christmas and the New Year. During this season of gifting, we want to treat everyone, including children of ‘Rumah Hope’ with discounted shopping of up to 90% and be rewarded with ‘gift with purchases’, which offer shoppers more value when they shop with at MOP KLIA,” said TJ Cheah, Deputy Managing Director of MFMA Development.

Visitors can also take part in workshops (including DIY Christmas Ornaments, as well as Greeting Card & Postcard), enjoy dance performances and carolers, plus appearances from Santa Claus and the Snowman mascot. If this isn’t enough, MOP KLIA Sepang is having the Shop & Win contest (from 21st November till 25th December) with up to RM50,000 worth of prizes up for grabs. Additionally, the mall is also giving out RM100,00 worth of cash vouchers.

The pool of prizes includes a Panasonic 2-Door Fridge, Sharp Smart Television, Lenovo Laptop, Samsung Galaxy Smartphone, Sharp Stick Vacuum Cleaner, Le Creuset Dining Ware, GINTELL S5 Massage Chair and many more. Simply scan the Contest Entry QR Code and submit your entry form with proof of your receipt(s).

Thanks to our friends at MOP KLIA Sepang, we’re giving out RM200 vouchers to 5 winners each. The 5 chosen winners will be able to redeem the vouchers at MOP KLIA’s info counter from 3rd -25th December. How to win? Simply answer the following questions:

1. What is MOP KLIA Sepang’s Christmas theme this year?

2. MOP KLIA is sponsoring who for their CSR programme?


Hype’s Exclusive: Rhythm Nation Talks About Music And Friendship

A band made up off seven best friends, Rhythm Nation is a Malaysian band that has come a long way from where they first started off. Taking the Malaysian music scene by storm, the band is made up off vocalist Jude Ashvin, beatboxer, rapper and percussionist Psycho V, percussionist, rapper and keyboardist Vish, drummer Ajay, bassist Adrian Avinash, rhythm guitarist Lucian Perera and lead guitarist Ethan Ray Singho.

Throughout their musical journey, Rhythm Nation has been awarded with The People’s Favourite Award at the Twisties Superstarz Finale, Best Live Performance at the Vima Music Awards and they also received nominations for the Vima Music Awards which include Best Rock Song, Best Genre Bender and Best College Act in 2013.

Their debut single My Catastrophe has peaked at number 3 on the Met 10 Charts of local radio station Hitz.fm and has made its way to the Top 40 Indie Asian Band Charts which is broadcasted on a local radio station in Toronto, Canada. Recognising their talent and passion for what they do, Hype Malaysia brings you an exclusive interview with Rhythm Nation.

Oh this is a long story. We first met at Segi University College and we wanted to form a music society, which we did. Only problem was we had fifteen members so that isn’t something to jump about. Haha! Long story short, one thing lead to another and we realised our passion for music and decided to take a step and put ourselves in the local music scene which is how the seven of us came together and kicked start our journey.

Does being best friends affect the way the band performs?

It does but in the best ways possible. We are very fortunate because it is very rare for musicians to have the opportunity to play in the same band as their best friends. We all have different influences but we know how to put our differences aside to create our music. We’ve created our own unique genre that we call rap core fusion and our drive, motivation, friendship and aspiration to be experimental formed Rhythm Nation. It’s also great to be in a band together as best friends because we understand each other so well. We can honestly say, Rhythm Nation won’t be Rhythm Nation if one of us were not in the band.

How did the name Rhythm Nation come about?

Oh this is a funny one. We wanted a name that could let us relate to our fans and followers and we came up with a lot of weird choices. Some of the names we came up with were Jack Of All Trades and The Untitled, thank God we didn’t go with these names. Haha! Anyway, went we first decided to form a band, we had a dancer in the group and he was a huge Janet Jackson fan and it was him who gave us the idea to name ourselves Rhythm Nation which coincidentally is a Janet Jackson song. We laughed at the idea of it at first but after a giving it some thought we decided that it was the best choice we had and that the name sounded really good. Though things didn’t  work out with the dancer, we would not be called Rhythm Nation if it wasn’t for him and if he’s reading this, we’d like to personally thank him for coming up with the great name for us.

How long have you been performing together as a band?

We started playing together since 2009 but we had our first official performance back in 2010 so we have been performing together for three years now and it’s been an incredible journey thus far. Today, more than just a band, we’ve become brothers, a family of musicians who will ride and die together.

We love writing songs that will not only inspire us but others as well so that is our form of inspirations.You can never go wrong with music and if everyone takes it as a form of self expression like we do, then everyone will definitely be inspired.

Who usually writes the songs in the band?
Normally the three main vocalists will come up with the lyrics but when it comes to writing a whole composition, we would definitely give credit to every single member of the band as we all play a part in creating and coming up with a track. We believe it is always best to work as a team as it gives us the opportunity to help and learn from each other.

Who are your favourite songwriters?
That is a great question. We can give you a whole lot of answers because as mentioned,we all have our different idols and influences. But we’ve selected our top five and they are Eminem, Michael Jackson, Zack De La Rocha from Rage Against The Machine, and The Beatles.

Favourite singer or band?
We have a few but to name one based on being influential to our genre, we would say Rage Against The Machine.

If your band could collaborate with a local artist who would it be?
One of the local acts that we have been waiting to work with is Roshan Jamrock from K Town Clan which we actually managed to do so as we worked with him on our second single MFB. Other artist we would love to work with would be Altimet and our friend Balan Kashmir. It would be great to to take up a challenge and work with them on a Malay and Tamil track respectively. As a band,we have many goals and to plan this collaboration is definitely one.

What about an international artist?
Definitely the pioneers of rap core Fred Durst from Limp Bizkit and Zack De La Rocha From Rage Against The Machine.We are all about bringing the energy and if given the chance to share the stage with those two,the energy level would be insane.It may be a long shot for us but if there is one thing we have learnt over years is that nothing is impossible if you work extremely hard.

Where do you guys normally perform?
We have performed for several events such as Arthurs Day,Twisties Superstarz and X play to name a few. These events are our perfect for us because playing for massive events like these helps get our music out. We do not have a fixed location for a resident gig but we would like to personally thank a fellow musician and owner of Rockafellas Bar, Russell Curtis for giving us the opportunity to showcase our music at Rockafellas. It was the perfect platform for us to grow and get noticed as a band.

What’s next for Rhythm Nation?
Thankfully,we have a lot of great things coming up and to look forward to. We are currently going on tour across colleges in Malaysia for The Rhythm Nation Inspired Tour thanks to the main sponsors Flavettes and CCM Berhad. The purpose of the tour is for Flavettes and Rhythm Nation to spread unity among youths by sending out a very important message which is to keep rocking but at the same time, it is also important to stay healthy as always. We will also be performing for the Generation Y Music Festival which is a platform that showcases great talents from our generation and it’s for a great cause as profits goes to the Penang Hospice, National Cancer Society Malaysia, and Cimb for Life. We are also releasing  our second official music video for our single MFB featuring Roshan Jamrock come November. The video is being directed Nicholas Chin who is a young, talented and creative videographer.

Where can our readers listen to you?
To get up to date with our latest projects or to listen to our current tracks,you can follow us on our social media platforms: Facebook and Twitter. Updates on our future shows will be on our Facebook page and Twitter accounts respectively and we would like to invite everyone who’s reading to attend as we in the local music scene could your support. Readers can also come watch us perform at the Generation Y Music Festival 2013 on October 19th, 2013 (Saturday).

Check out Rhythm Nation’s debut single My Catastrophe below.

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Shark Attack Kills Man At Muriwai Beach

Yesterday, a man was killed after being attacked by a shark attack at New Zealand’s Muriwai Beach. The victim of the attack was Adam Strange, a well-known filmmaker in his 40s. He had been swimming alone from Maori bay to Muriwai Beach, several hundred metres from the shore at about 1:30pm when the incident happened.

A four-metre shark, believed to be a Great White, attacked Adam. According to eye witness Pio Mosie, Adam raised his hand up then next minute he went down, the shark pulled him down. Adam was a local well-known to surf lifesavers, who were first on the scene.

Emergency services were then called to the popular surf beach and a police officer was forced to fire ten or twelve rounds in an attempt to kill the shark. It took the police and Muriwai lifeguards about 30 minutes to cover the body as the sharks circled. After which, Adam’s body was pulled out of the water.

Newstalk ZB reporter, Juliette Sivertsen gave her own account of the fatal shark attack when she said, “The biggest one – the one that attacked the victm – was between 10 and 14 feet long. Perhaps one of the biggest sharks they’ve seen in the area. The attack was very aggressive, with the shark refusing to let go of the body until the police shot at it. It hasn’t been confirmed but it’s likely to be a Great White.”

Adam’s family is currently still in deep shock and have requested for privacy while they grieve their loss.

Meanwhile, Muriwai Beach has been closed after the fatal attack, one of only about a dozen in New Zealand in the past 180 years.


Kim Jaehwan’s Fanmeeting in KL Cancelled 30 Minutes Before Show?

Say it ain’t so! The worst possible news seem to have hit WANNABLES and WIN:Ds today.

Fans of the ex Wanna One member Kim Jaehwan (김재환) were furious when the shocking news broke just 30 minutes before the K-pop star’s show in Stadium Malawati.

Important notice‼Cancellation of 2019 KIM JAE HWAN FAN MEETING [MIN:D] IN KUALA LUMPUR pic.twitter.com/QHC3DAqE9Z

According to the staff of Macpie Pro, the management failed to secure a permit for the fanmeeting and therefore had to cancel the entire gig.

The reason why #kimjaehwan fanmeeting cancelled :( 😭 pic.twitter.com/lfk9QBfpMb

Fans who had already arrived at the venue – and were already one door away from entering the stadium – were in an understandable fit. After all, this is taking “last-minute cancelling” to a whole new level!

#KIMJAEHWANinKL WHAT? NO PERMISSION TO USE THE STADIUM?? WHAT KIND OF EXCUSE IS THAT. ISN’T IT YOUR JOB TO GET IT DONE FAR BEFORE YOU ORGANIZED THIS FANMEET? I DON’T FLY ALL THE WAY TO KL JUST FOR THIS HUGE DISAPPOINTMENT. CONGRATULATIONS @MacpiePro, YOU’RE THE WORST.

— ?딸기 우유 주세요ㅇㅅㅇ (@clefairyw) July 27, 2019

Permit not accepted?? What were they thinking? Host this fanmeet in secret?? Or they prayed hard that the higher up wont find out?? Idgi really… woah legit I’m so mad for you Malaysian Win:D. #KIMJAEHWANinKL

— missing 짼 :( (@kimanduwu96) July 27, 2019

Fans on Twitter seem to have come up with a rather bone-chilling theory as well…

Kpop fans are not one to forget, especially after the disaster that struck ONCEs on 28 July 2018 when super girl group TWICE’s concert had to be cancelled a day before their debut show in Malaysia. What’s even more interesting is that it was supposed to be held at the exact same venue! Pretty spooky, right?!

What do you guys think? Shoddy management or perhaps is something else beyond our control behind the reason for this? Either way, fans are at the ultimate loss here so we hope that they’re doing okay during this trying time :(

Some of the fans have notified us that the cancellation was announced at 6:20pm, which was 20 minutes after the event was supposed to start.

Despite a ton of angry reactions, several netizens have defended MacpiePro. “I hope this issue can be clear up soon. I mean, you guys have been handling so much events successfully. I know the fans are frustrated but let’s not blame the organiser etc. There must be something that lead to this since Macpie did very well previously. Himnae fans. Himnae everyone,” wrote Asyilah Azman.

Haris Nazarulasma commented, “I dont think we can blame 100% on the organiser. I mean MacpiePro has been organising Kpop concerts for quite some time now and all of them were super organised. Maybe MBSA delayed to approve their permit? Because i believe MacpiePro has sent the permit to be approved a long time ago. I mean, which organiser wants their event to be cancelled? Right?“

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Xanax: Lindsay Lohan Releases First Song In 10 Years!

Is Lindsay Lohan finally ready to make her music comeback?

The 33-year-old Hollywood starlet has been dropping hints on Instagram since May when she uploaded photos of herself in the studio. A snippet of the brand new song recently leaked online and fans can’t get enough of it.

“The Kris Fade Show” on Virgin Radio Dubai was responsible for debuting the teaser for Lohan’s “Xanax”. The host explained that the track is “about anxiety and pressure and just taking care of yourself. And I think that’s really, really cool. I think there’s a really cool message behind it“.

Guess what guys? The EDM-tinged club song is a real banger!

“When you kiss me, I can’t breathe. I try to stay away from you but you get me high. Only person in this town that I like. Guess I can take one more trip for the night, just for the night,” Lohan sings on the track. “Only one reason I came here. Too many people, I can’t hear. Damn, I got here at 10.”

Here are 2 of our favourite music videos from Lohan, back in the day:


World Cup 2014: FIFA Bans Beats Headphones

Beats headphones are causing something of a kerfuffle at the World Cup in Brazil. After several top soccer stars, including Brazilian sensation Neymar, have been spotted wearing the chunky, brightly colored headphones, FIFA, the game’s governing body, has banned the headgear from inside the stadiums, according to Reuters.

Why? Because Beats is not an official sponsor of the games – Sony is.

While it may seem that FIFA is being a bit harsh on the headphones that soccer players prefer to don, it appears this isn’t the first time that Beats has caused a stir at a world sporting event.

During the London Olympics last summer, Beats sent thousands of free headphones to the world’s top athletes, according to Reuters. The International Olympic Committee, with its rules to protect official sponsors, had to ban the earphones since Beats wasn’t a sponsor. Also, Olympic athletes are forbidden from wearing gear from their personal sponsors – the same goes for World Cup players.

It’s unclear if Beats gave Neymar his headphones for free or if the soccer star bought them. It seems most likely the headphone company gave them to Neymar, considering the fact he starred in a Beats YouTube ad earlier this month titled, “The Game Before the Game”:


Hype’s Now Playing: Yellow Claw – Run Away

Yellow Claw explores a more sensitive side.

Known for their exuberant trap shows and hits such as “Techno” featuring LNY TNZ, Diplo and Waka Flocka as well as “ShotGun” and “Till It Hurts”, Yellow Claw, have now taken on a different sound.

Currently hard at work on their debut album, “Blood For Mercy”, the DJ trio from Amsterdam have released “Run Away”,the first official single off their upcoming album.

As they explore new sounds, Yellow Claw tells Billboard:

“About six months ago we started working on our debut album, “Blood for Mercy”. We soon realised that it was the first time we actually made music that wasn’t meant to play in our set.”

“With this new state of mind in the studio a bunch of songs were created with a new sound, and new musical structures, which we have never used before. “Run Away” is the first of those songs to see the light of day.”

Featuring a calmer yet moodier tone, “Run Away” distinguishes itself from previous tracks giving fans a preview as to what “Blood For Mercy” will be about. Way more soothing, the rather personal song is accompanied by a a moody video clip which features a gorgeous woman who appears to be running away from something.

Though much calmer than Yellow Claw’s previous tracks, “Run Away” still manages to capture sensual synths without getting overly sentimental that will have fans hooked onto it.

For more on Yellow Claw, hit up their social media platforms: Website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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“Buy Malaysia” & Support All Things Local At Lazada Malaysia

In celebration of Merdeka month, Lazada Malaysia has kicked off the “Buy Malaysia” and “Penjana Shop Malaysia Online” campaigns.

The e-commerce platform has partnered with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (MDTCA) and Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) in support of local SMEs and products.


Paramount Has Given A Quiet Place Sequel The Green Light

If you enjoyed this year’s unexpected smash, “A Quiet Place”, then you’ll like what we’re about to share.

The modern horror thriller has already been given the green light to proceed with a sequel even though the movie just came out a few weeks ago. This is certainly a welcome news for those who fell in love with the near-silent take on the genre.

Directed by John Krasinski, who starred opposite his real-life wife Emily Blunt together with  Noah Jupe and Millicent Simmonds, “A Quiet Place” centres on a family of 4 who must stay silent to avoid being attacked by creatures sensitive to noise.

“We’re already working with these guys on a sequel,” said Paramount Pictures CEO Jim Gianopulos. “If you told me 5 years ago that an almost silent film starring the very funny guy Jim from ‘The Office’ would have been a hit at Paramount, I would have said, ‘Well, I should go work at Paramount’.”

“A Quiet Place” co-screenwriters Bryan Woods and Scott Beck have previously said that there’s plenty left to explore in its world. “There are so many discarded set pieces, too, just hiding out on Word documents on our computer. So, yeah, there are certainly so many stories you could tell. It’s just really, at the end of the day, who are the characters in this and what does this situation mean to that dynamic?” Beck shared.

No release date has been set. What do y’all think though? Would you prefer “A Quiet Place 2” to be a prequel or sequel? Maybe a combination of both?


Netflix’s “I Just Killed My Dad” Review: The Tragic & Creepy Confessions Of A Killer

For all you true-crime hungry connoisseurs out there looking for a murder fix, Netflix has been a veritable buffet. A feast to feed that macabre appetite for the strange, the violent and the deadly. From charming murderers like Ted Bundy to satanic serial killers like the Son of Sam to necrophiliacs like Dennis Nilsen. While it’s always interesting to hear about these monsters’ deeds from the perspective or law enforcement, victims and the public, it’s a whole different level when we get to hear the killers’ side of the story. The best of kind of true crime documentaries are the ones that give us first-hand accounts and insights into the crimes. Rarely, though, do we get a true-crime documentary told from the perspective of a still living perpetrator of the crime. The killer’s side of the story in the now. Netflix’s “I Just Killed My Dad” is here to remedy that lack.

What really sets this documentary apart from the others is the many facets and angles of the murder. The killer, Anthony Templet did indeed murder his father but there’s more to the story as the marketing claims. So, are there details that will make you question on whether his act was justifiable? More importantly, is there a story worth telling here? Let’s find out!

It’s never easy growing up in an abusive household, the feelings of helplessness and anxiety the victims go through can be deeply traumatic. In that regard “I Just Killed My Dad” does a terrific job in conveying to the audience just how terrifying and painful Anthony and his family members’ home lives were with his father, Burt. Eye-witness accounts and testimonies from friends and neighbours paint a dark picture of an insecure, needy man. His latest wife, Susan Templet is Anthony’s stepmother. In spite of Burt’s erratic behaviour, Susan still stayed with Anthony’s father. She even admitted to still loving him.

Then we hear the story of Burt’s first wife and Anthony’s biological mother, Teresa, and it made our blood run cold. Learning about how Burt ruined her life was truly jaw-dropping, going so far as to beat her while she was still carrying Anthony in the womb. Things go truly off the rails when she talks about when Burt kidnapped Anthony and how she hadn’t seen him for years. The young boy was 5 years old at the time and Teresa was scared for her life. At some point, she had to accept the fact she might never see her son again.

As a main focal point of the docuseries, it was hard to really root or be engaged with Anthony as a personality at first. He’s determined to tell his side of his story but by all accounts, he seems detached from his experience of murdering his father. It makes sense seeing that Burt kept a rather tight leash on Anthony, going as far as to install a GPS tracker on his son’s phone. He clearly suffered at the hand of his father and it has left a psychological damage on his psyche. Near the end, he begins to open up and we finally get a clearer idea of what Anthony’s psychology. While the documentary provides a few conflicting accounts with regards to Burt spoiling Anthony, the cold hard facts about his childhood and Burt’s crimes are so overwhelming, they seem trivial to include. It’s almost as if the series is reaching for some sort balance to add some ambiguity to the narrative.

Which brings us to the opposing voices, decrying Anthony as a murderer.

Due to the young man having no priors before the murder of his father, there’s no real criminal history to draw on here. There is some compelling physical evidence that indicates that the murder could have been pre-meditated. Once all of that is cleared up though, this whole thing seems rather simple: a kidnapped, abused son killed his abusive father. Whether or not you think it’s in self-defense or not is a whole other matter. In an effort to avoid Anthony being painted in too sympathetic a light, his detractors go to great lengths to scrutinise Anthony’s mannerisms and character.

Interviewees like the assistant district attorney, Dana Cummings and a news reporter, Austin Kemker frequently discuss about how there was more to the story at play based on the way Anthony sounded. They would go to great lengths to play up how Anthony expressed little to no remorse over the death of his father. So unless, we’re hearing a proper diagnosis of Anthony’s mental state from a certified criminal psychologist, all this chatter sounds like pointless speculations. All done in the name of maintaining a false balance.

Altogether, the docuseries comprises of three episodes, each around 40 minutes. Much like another docuseries, “The Most Hated Man on the Internet”, “I Just Killed My Dad” has a clear objective with segments that never stretch themselves too thin by exploring tangetial topics. Every participant introduced in the series serves a purpose and it ultimately ends on a succinct, hopeful note that perhaps Anthony can move on with his life and learn to love the people around him. It’s a nice change of pace from the usual villain’s-demise angle that true-crime documentaries so often resort to.

Netflix’s “I Just Killed My Dad” is a breath of fresh air amidst the usual sensationalist-filtired morbid curiosities on the site, which we admittedly do indulge from time to time. Its earnest and heart-breaking account of victims of an abusive man will compel you to see their story through to the very end, even if does prove too painful at times. Rarely do we get to hear the killer’s side of the story and this is one that needs to be heard. A sobering reminder of the humanity that haunts our voyeuristic bloodlust. It’s not an easy watch for sure but one that is significant in its subject matter.

Be sure to catch Netflix’s “I Just Killed My Dad” on Netflix today!

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Netflix's "I Just Killed My Dad" is a breath of fresh air amidst the usual sensationalist-filtired morbid curiosities on the site, which we admittedly do indulge from time to time. Its earnest and heart-breaking account of victims of an abusive man will compel you to see their story through to the very end, even if does prove too painful at times. Rarely do we get to hear the killer's side of the story and this is one that needs to be heard. A sobering reminder of the humanity that haunts our voyeuristic bloodlust.


BTS Will Come To Malaysia Next Year For Visit Malaysia 2020

After so many teasings and hintings, it is finally confirmed that famous K-pop boy group BTS will be coming to Malaysia next year in conjunction with the Visit Malaysia 2020.

Youth and Sports Minister Syed Saddiq has promised that he will do the best that he can to bring the 7-member boy group to Malaysia next year.

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“I’ve just met with the promoter for the BTS event and we are in the negotiation phase. Our hope is to get BTS here for Visit Malaysia 2020,” Syed Saddiq said during PSM (Malaysia Stadium Corporation) Open Day at Putrajaya.

“I’ve tasked Tan Sri Tony Fernandes (chairman of PSM) to deliver and this is one of his KPIs (Key Performance Index),” he said as quoted by MMO.

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Syed Saddiq believes that with BTS concert in Malaysia, the country will be able to boost its entertainment industry by making the country a destination for entertainment.

“Recently the biggest entertainment event we had was the Ed Sheeran concert and that went well. If people see that we’re capable of organising world class events it will attract investors.”

“I do not want to be left behind Singapore anymore. We’ve seen fans will fly from all over to Singapore (for events) because we’re not competitive and we’re losing out on this revenue,” Syed Saddiq added.

Malaysian ARMYs are ecstatic after receiving the news and they have been expressing their excitement on social media.


Netflix’s Adaptation Of “Avatar” Live-action Series To Feature Culturally Appropriate Cast

Netflix will be adapting a live-action series of Nickelodeon’s famous animation “Avatar: The Last Airbender”.

But before you reject the idea completely, do note that this adaptation will be nothing like M. Night Shyamalan’s disappointing version, as the original creators from the animation series will be involved in the project.

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Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, will be the executive producers of the new adaptation, and they promise that this time, they will do it right, especially in terms of culturally appropriate cast.

“We’re thrilled for the opportunity to helm this live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender. We can’t wait to realize Aang’s world as cinematically as we always imagined it to be, and with a culturally appropriate, non-whitewashed cast,” the creators said in a public statement.

“It’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance to build upon everyone’s great work on the original animated series and go even deeper into the characters, story, action, and world-building. Netflix is wholly dedicated to manifesting our vision for this retelling, and we’re incredibly grateful to be partnering with them.”

There are not much details on the new series as the production won’t start anytime soon until 2019, but the creators have unveiled the concept art of the upcoming live-action that depicts the protagonist with Appa, the six-legged flying bison who Aang and his friends ride as they travel around the world on their quest.

Fans are having mixed reactions upon hearing the news, but it couldn’t possible be worse than Shyamalan’s interpretation right? Just as long as they don’t cast ScarJo, then we’re pretty sure that the series will be on the right path!

— Marcos Melendez (@MarcosMelendezV) September 18, 2018

The official synopsis of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” is as follow:-

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ASOT 650 Lineup Announcement

Heads up trance music fans! Good news comes your way as Armin Van Buuren announced the acts that will be sharing the stage with him at Future Music Festival Asia 2014 presents ‘A State of Trance 650 Kuala Lumpur: New Horizons’ on March 14th, 2014 (Friday).

Making his way back to Malaysia for the second time, Armin has once again handpicked a crew that is ready to send shockwaves and take over Kuala Lumpur! The acts that will be joining Armin are as follows:

For those interested in ASOT 650, event details are as follows:

(FMFA 2014 Opening Party feat. DeadMau5 + Friends)

(FMFA 2014 presents ASOT 650: New Horizons)

Tickets are available at selected Rock Corner and Victoria Music outlets as well as online via via www.galactix.asia.

Here’s the ASOT 600 Official After Movie to get you hyped up for next year!

For more information on the event, logon to FMFA or check the Facebook page out. Also, visit ASOT for more information on A State of Trance 650: New Horizons.

A State of Trance — #ASOT650, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

[BREAKING] FMFA Malaysia 2014 Lineup Revealed


#GTF2015: Arnold Schwarzenegger To Come To KL As Celebrity Speaker

Terminator T-800 has a new mission in Kuala Lumpur next month (October).

However, instead of starting a war against us humans, he will be attending a forum as a celebrity speaker.

Hollywood A-lister Arnold Schwarzenegger will be in town for the inaugural Global Transformation Forum (GTF) 2015. According to a post on its official Facebook page, the forum aims to “promote transnational dialogue, sharing of best practices and approaches to operationalising transformation”.

The full details of the forum are as follows:

Schwarzenegger’s recent film credits include “Terminator Genisys” and post-apocalyptic drama film “Maggie”. He also starred in an episode of “Two and a Half Men” as Lieutenant Wagner.

Based on GTF 2015’s official schedule, the 68-year-old Austrian-American actor is only scheduled to attend the forum as a celebrity speaker on 22nd October. He will make a keynote address entitled the “Discipline of Action”.

The forum will be graced by over 20 globally renowned individuals, including CEO of AirAsia Group Tan Sri Tony Fernandes, Olympic champion and humanitarian Carl Lewis, Starbucks’ original co-founder Zev Siegl, former prime minister of Singapore Goh Chok Tong, and Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak.

Tickets for GTF 2015 are currently available for purchase at its official website.

Stay tuned to their official Facebook page for more updates.

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American Idol Returns To Our TV Screens On 12th March

New network, new judges, and new talent: Are y’all ready to welcome back “American Idol”?

Last year it was announced that superstars Katy Perry, Lionel Ritchie, and Luke Bryan take on the role as judges on genre-defining music reality series. In addition, Emmy award-winning host and producer Ryan Seacrest will return to carry out duties as host.

“We are so excited to finally introduce America to the new ‘American Idol’. Our top priority in bringing the series back to the airwaves has been to maintain and showcase the heart and soul that has captured audiences since the franchise’s inception, while sprinkling in some Disney magic like no other company can along the way,” said ABC’s head of alternative programming, Rob Mills.

He adds that Perry, Richie and Bryan are a “dream panel” of judges and “their connection was instant and they each bring a wealth of knowledge and unique judging style to the competition.”

For those living in Asia, “American Idol” will debut on Sony Channel (unifi TV CH 614) next Monday (12th March). The reality-singing competition airs every Monday and Tuesday at 6pm, with same night encore at 9:45pm.

For more details, visit “American Idol” on their Facebook page and YouTube channel.


#EVAAir: #HelloKitty Planes To Land In Singapore

For a limited 9 flights only, the EVA Air Hello Kitty plane will be flying between Singapore and Taipei in December 2014. Oh, yes! But first, a brief introduction to EVA Air’s Sanrio-themed jet planes.

In 2005, EVA Air and Sanrio worked together to launch the first generation of Hello Kitty jets. Conceived by EVA Air’s chairman to make flying fun, EVA’s Hello Kitty Jets have proven to be popular among travellers worldwide. So much so that the second generation of EVA Hello Kitty Jets came in 2011 and today, there are 6 variants of unique and specially painted Hello Kitty Jets including the:

EVA Air is the only airline in the world to have this series of Sanrio-approved Hello Kitty flights which (for now) only caters to flights from Taipei to Los Angeles, Seoul, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Tokyo, Sapporo, Fukuoka, and Guam:

But, the good news is, the planes will soon land in Singapore!

EVA Air’s Hello Kitty flights between Singapore and Taipei are operated on the Airbus A330-200 aircraft featuring 24 Premium Laurel seats (2-2-2 configuration and non flat bed seats) and 228 Economy seats! What’s that? You want to be a part of this chance-of-a-lifetime experience?

Ticket sales for the Hello Kitty flights will only be available through these 6 exclusive travel agents:

The agents will be selling full board tour packages themed with the Hello Kitty flight. Limited seats per agent are available across each departure date: 4th, 5th, 6th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 18th, 19th & 20th December. The Hello Kitty Jet theme used for each charter flight will be subject to aircraft scheduling.

Interested passengers can contact any of the above travel agents for package information and ticket sales have commenced with immediate effect.

Check out the gallery below for what you can expect from EVA Air’s Hello Kitty jets:


Everything To Know About Disney’s 10 New Star Wars Films & TV Shows

Fans of a galaxy far, far away just got an early Christmas present this year! Recently, Disney announced ten brand new Star Wars based TV series and films. All of them making their way onto Disney+ services.

Coming off the success of 2019’s “The Mandalorian”, Disney seems eager to replicate the success of their latest series. In spite of the fact that the “Skywalker Saga” has drawn to a close, there are still more stories to tell in this universe.

Stories of war, rebellion and hope. Stories following the adventures of droids, clones, Jedi, Sith and many more. Join us as we break down all of Disney’s upcoming Star Wars films and TV shows!

Those who followed the final season of “Star Wars: Clone Wars” will definitely recognise these boys. A group of genetically mutated clones, each of them specialist in their own rights. Together they form the black-ops team Clone Force 99, also known as the Bad Batch. They answer to one except the Republic. When the Republic was reorganised as the new Galactic Empire, these clones refused to fall in line. “Star Wars: The Bad Batch” animated series will see our beloved rogues back in action. As the galaxy enters a new age, these outlaw clones must face off against the Empire. At the cost of fighting their own brothers. “The Bad Batch” is set to be released in 2021.

Set 10 years after the events “Revenge of the Sith”, this new series will follow the adventure of the former Jedi Master living on the planet of Tatooine. Obi-Wan has been tasked with keeping the young Luke Skywalker safe. The Jedi fully intends on keeping his vow in “Obi-Wan Kenobi”.

Actor Ewan McGregor will be reprising his role as the titular Obi-Wan. Reports have also confirmed that Hayden Christensen, the actor who played Anakin Skywalker in the prequel trilogy, will return as Darth Vader. We’re pretty sure Christensen’s Vader won’t be clashing with McGregor’s Obi-Wan anytime soon. Still, we’re interested to see how a younger Vader copes with his new life as Sith Lord. We’ll see both of them in action come early 2022.

To be honest, it was only a matter of time before Disney created a series based on everyone’s favourite Grey Jedi, Ahsoka Tano. Once the former apprentice of Anakin Skywalker, Tano left the Jedi Order to forge her own path in the universe. She’s been heavily featured in nearly all of Disney’s major Star Wars’ series. From her inception in “Star Wars: Clone Wars” to her supporting role in “Star Wars: Rebels” before finally making a live-action appearance in “The Mandalorian”.

Actress Rosario Dawson, who played Tano in “The Mandalorian” has been confirmed to reprise her role for the limited series. No official release date has been given thus far.

“Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” was truly one of the best films in the entire franchise. It was an engaging exploration of the cost of war between the Rebels and the Empire. Sacrifices were made, casualties incurred and moral lines crossed. No one is more aware of the horror of war than Cassian Jeron Andor, a radical who gave his life for the cause.

In the film, we hear Andor speak of the atrocities he committed in the name of galactic freedom. Soon, we’ll get to see how this Rebel assassin/spy became one of the Rebellion’s greatest agents in Disney’s “Star Wars: Andor” TV show. The role of Andor will be played by Diego Luna from “Narcos: Mexico”. You can catch “Andor” on Disney+ in 2022.

Ever wondered what happened to the galaxy after the fall of the Empire and before the rise of the First Order? Well wonder no more in “Star Wars: Rangers of the New Republic”. As the title implies, the series will be centered around the adventures, or misadventures, of the rangers of the New Republic. Not much is known about the series but some have speculated the series will feature preexisting New Republic characters from “The Mandalorian”. Spin-off or not, the series will serve to fill in the gaps between the events of “Return of the Jedi” and “The Force Awakens”. No official release date has been announced.

As far back as 2018, Disney has hinted at the possibility of a film based around the character of the con artist and gambler, Lando Calrissian. A sliver-tongued huckster and the original owner of the Millennium Falcon. The character was played by Billy Dee Williams in the original trilogy. “Community” actor Donald Glover, aka Childish Gambino, played a younger version of the man in “Solo: A Star Wars Story”.

Now it seems that the spin-off film has evolved into an event series on Disney’s premiere streaming service. Neither Williams or Glover have confirmed their involvement in the series but we’re pretty sure they’ll be roped in eventually. No official release date has been announced.

Amidst the franchise’s films, novels, live-action and animated shows, you can now add anime to that list. “Star Wars: Visions” is an anime anthology series that will feature various short films from some of Japan’s most talented animators. Beyond that, not much is known about the series. Fingers crossed we’ll get to see anime legends like Hayao Miyazaki and Makoto Shinkai make their mark in the franchise. That would be a dream come true! The series will be debuting sometime around 2021.

“Wonder Woman 1984” director Patty Jenkins will be taking the wheel for one of Disney’s upcoming films in the franchise, “Star Wars: Rogue Squadron”. According to Jenkins, the story of “Rogue Squadron” will be completely original. Furthermore, Lucasfilm announced that the film would follow “a new generation of starfighter pilots” and that it will “move the saga into the future era of the galaxy”. Based on those statements alone, the film will most likely be set after the events of “Rise of Skywalker” and could perhaps be a segue into the franchise’s new era of films. We’ll find out soon in Christmas 2023.

Lucasfilm Animation, alongside visual effects company Industrial Light & Magic, will be developing an animated show revolving the droids of Star Wars. For the longest time, the sentient robots of the universe have always played more of a supporting role in the franchise. They finally get a chance to shine in “Star Wars: A Droid Story”. This animated special will feature the iconic droid duo R2-D2 and C3PO. Together, the two of them will guide a new hero on their epic quest. No official release date has been announced.

This right here, is the series we’re most excited about, “Star Wars: The Acolyte”. A series set during the final days of the High Republic, long before the time of Obi-Wan Kenobi or Anakin Skywalker. The series is a mystery thriller that will uncover the secrets behind the Dark Side of the Force and how it rose in the galaxy.

It’s about time we got to see a story from the perspective of a user of the Dark Side or Sith. There’s so much more to the Dark Side beyond the machinations of Darth Vader and the Emperor. So many more stories to tell and many more secrets to unlock. No official release date has been announced.

So which Star Wars series or film are you most excited about? Be sure to let us know in the comments down below.

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TIO Concert Tour: Khalil Fong To Perform In Malaysia In March 2020

Khalil Fong’s concert has been postponed to 16th May 2020.

Khalil Fong (方大同) is set to bring his “TIO Concert Tour” (方大同TIO灵心之子巡迴演唱会) to Malaysia next year.

Mark your calendars music lovers cause the Hong Kong-based American singer-songwriter will be performing at Resorts World Genting in March 2020. The last time local fans saw him live was back in 2012.

Since his debut in 2005, Fong has released 9 studio albums and 5 live albums. Throughout his career, the artist has also picked up numerous awards including Best Male Vocalist at the 28th Golden Melody Awards.

If you’ve been to Fong’s show before then you’ll know that his performances are a fusion of Asian and Western influences. During his concert in Singapore earlier in February, Fong explained that because he’s usually quiet and introverted, he tends to wear something bold and loud to balance things out.

No doubt when the performer returns to Malaysia, fans will get to hear a mixture of familiar favourites mixed with some new material.

Brought to you by MIC Entertainment Group, the details to Khalil Fong’s “TIO Concert Tour” in Malaysia are as follows:


Another Fattah Amin Lookalike Found In Elizabeth Tan’s New Music Video

“Pink is the new Black” in Elizabeth Tan’s new music video “Semua Sudah” where she empowers women via her lyrics and pink-filled music video which is both cute and intimidating at the same time.

The song was composed and produced by Singaporean rapper Alif known for his hit “Sampai Jadi” and “Obvious”, and the lyrics are co-written by both Tan and Alif. The song receive generally positive reaction with many praising its catchy yet simple lyrics and tunes.

In merely 4 days, the video has received more than 450 thousand views and counting, but another element  in the music video that caught fans attention is that the guy featuring in the music video looks like actor-turned-singer Fattah Amin.

Fans noted that the guy which seems to be playing Elizabeth Tan’s love interest in the music video, looks like an older, thinner version of Fattah Amin. Some even said that he looks like a mix between Fattah Amin and drama actor Fendy Bakry.

Previously, netizens also compared Elfira Loy’s husband Faris Khairol Anuar to Fattah Amin, saying that they look like twins.


Skrillex, Tom Morello, & Jahlil Beats Are Working On New Music Together

Rapper/record producer Orlando Tucker, better known by his stage name Jahlil Beats, took to his Instagram account to announce a special collaboration between himself, Skrillex, and guitarist Tom Morello from Rage Against The Machine.

Given everything that Skrillex has been up to, it is astonishing to see one of the hardest working men in the business team up with Beats and Morello.

Shortly after Beats posted a photo of the trio, he uploaded a teaser of what they had come up with. The post was accompanied with the caption, “This is what Skrillex x Jahlil Beats sound like”.

The collaboration sounds pretty crazy, but we’ve yet to hear Morello’s contribution to the track. Then again, when you put 3 geniuses together, it’s only bound to be pretty dope, right?

Earlier in March, it was announced that Tom Morello would be teaming up with Bassnectar, which left us wondering if it was going to be a super collaboration or 2 completely different tracks.

Either way, we are stoked to find out what’s in store for us :)

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#ZooNegara: Malaysia’s Giant Panda, Liang Liang, Gives Birth

Giant pandas were once spread through China, Vietnam, and Burma but are now endangered, with only 1,800 animals believed to remain in the wild.

In 2012, Malaysia and China signed an agreement for 2 giant pandas to be loaned to Kuala Lumpur for 10 years. The pandas from Chengdu, China, would not only give Malaysia an opportunity to conduct panda-related conversation research but also mark Malaysia and China’s 40th anniversary of diplomatic ties.

Both pandas (one male and one female), which were later named Xing Xing and Liang Liang, arrived on 21st May 2014. They were and still are housed in a conservation and exhibition centre at Zoo Negara. But it looks like their little family has grown!

A couple of hours ago, it was announced that Liang Liang had given birth to a panda cub. According to a The Star Online report, the baby is about the size of a palm and is currently fiercely protected by its mother, who is being watched like a hawk by zoo authorities.

The unnamed newborn baby giant panda of Xing Xing and Liang Liang has not even opened its eyes but can be heard crying loudly, much to the delight of Zoo Negara staff.

Malaysian Zoological Society Giant Panda Conservation Centre and veterinary services director Dr Mat Naim Ramli said that it was a very thrilling time for the zoo. “We can see the legs and some parts of the body but the mother, Liang Liang, is very protective and is keeping her baby well hidden,” he said.

Take a look at some pictures of the panda cub:

Just in case you’re wondering why it doesn’t look anything like you would imagine a baby panda to look like, well, when baby pandas are first born, they are pink, blind, and toothless. About 1 – 2 weeks after birth, the cub’s skin turns gray where its hair will eventually become black. Panda cubs typically begin to open their eyes around 40 days after birth and start developing the signature black and white pattern in a month.

The cub begins to crawl at 75 to 80 days; mothers play with their cubs by rolling and wrestling with them. The cubs can eat small quantities of bamboo after 6 months, though mother’s milk remains the primary food source for most of the first year. Giant panda cubs weigh 45 kg (100 pounds) at 1 year and live with their mothers until they are 18 months to 2 years old.

Dr Mat Naim said it was also too early to determine the gender of the baby, adding that officials would be observing the family closely. He added, “We can hear it crying. It’s a loud sound and that’s great.”

It was reported that Malaysia would get to keep the cub of the 2 giant pandas if they successfully mated in Zoo Negara. Once the baby reaches 3 years of age, its parents would be sent back to China.

Congratulations, Xing Xing and Liang Liang!

For more information, visit Zoo Negara Malaysia’s website or Facebook page.

Sources: The Star Online, Giant Panda Wiki.


#2015: Say No To Resolutions, Say Yes To Daily Achievable Goals

Welcome to the new year! How are your resolutions coming along? Actually, scratch that. Let’s not make resolutions, because resolutions are simply promises to yourself that you intend to keep within the year. Often, resolutions don’t materialise and what’s the good in that? Instead, let’s make goals. Not big goals, small ones. Smalls ones that you can work towards achieving. Daily achievable ones. Goals that will enrich your life instead of tying you down to a promise that you’re pressured to keep just because you slapped a big fat “New Year’s Resolution” label on it.

Whether it’s pledging to eat healthy at least a few times a week (it does make all the difference!) or finding ways to make time for your pets, here are some goals you can aim to achieve before 2015 ends:

Every year, we pledge to either lead a healthier lifestyle (read: “I’m going to quit smoking” or “I will go to the gym more” or “I will drink less”) or to at least eat healthier. This is because that with every year that goes by, we also age a little bit more and as we age, our general health will need more attention. But let’s not make crazy resolutions based on this need just yet, let’s start with small milestones i.e. pledging to eat clean at least a few times a week.

To get you started, check out some of the healthy food delivery services that are available in Klang Valley. You may thank us later ;)

How many times have we heard the saying, “Got money, no time” when it comes to trying to make travel plans? It’s one of the most popular excuses as to why we can’t catch a break! So let’s not make this excuse anymore because it’s getting old. Start by putting aside RM200 per month, then refer to this handy list and make full use of the public holidays/long weekends in Malaysia this year.

Heck, you don’t even need to go far or spend an absurd amount of money because our friends at Airbnb can help you save lots! But if you do want to spend an absurd amount of money, here are some top theme parks in Asia worth visiting.

We once saw a quote somewhere that said, “To the world you are one person, but to your pet you are the world”. Then we saw this video and although it’s quite cute, it completely broke our hearts:

Yes, it’s true. You are everything your dog/cat has. So this year, perhaps you’d like to make it a point to spend more time when your furkids. Whether it’s going on a brunch date on a weekend at one of these pet-friendly cafes or booking an night or two at one of these pet-friendly hotels in Malaysia, trust us, your pet is going to appreciate the bonding time :)

Heaven knows we always need more “us” time aka time to ourselves. By that, we don’t mean locking yourself in your room for an entire weekend without as much as stepping out to eat. And speaking of eat, perhaps that too could be made into a personal little “getaway” once in awhile, eh? Take for example, a staycation at one of these creative accommodations or solo dining (with maybe a book/magazine or an iPad in tow).

No, it doesn’t make you a loser and no, there’s nothing embarrassing about that. We all need to pamper ourselves (and perhaps try to destress and stay sane) every once in awhile.

Wanna try something a little bit more adventurous while traveling this year without doing anything too crazy? Let us introduce you to something called “glamping”, otherwise also known as “glamorous camping”. It’s a global trend which offers holidaygoers a chance to be with the great outdoors without having to sacrifice modern comforts (read: 5-star luxury comforts). Or sacrifice their sanity while trying to adjust to the great outdoors. Whichever way you want to think of it. Some top glamping spots in the region here.

Which one of the above will you go for? One, two, or all? Do you have any personal goals that you’d like to share with us? Let us know in the comments box below!

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#KPop: ISMA Claims DAP Works With Korean Artistes To Spread Christianity

Over the weekend, South Korean boy group BIGBANG held their “BIGBANG 2015 WORLD TOUR [MADE] IN MALAYSIA” in the Putra Indoor Stadium. The 2-day concert gave fans a “party” that they will never forget.

But according to The Malay Mail Online, Islamist group Ikatan Muslimin Malaysia (Isma) claimed on Monday (27th July) that the concerts are being used by Malaysia’s opposition DAP “as a front to spread Christianity”. They claimed that DAP is working closely with the Korean pop artistes to chip away at the Muslim faith with the concerts.

Omar Kassim, the chairman of Isma’s missionary bureau, said on the group’s website:

DAP which is close to the evangelists would surely support the concerts, just like how they previously supported a beer festival, even when the practice is detrimental to the public and was rejected by the majority of Malaysians.

He added, “However, they protest against good things such as making couple seats in cinema only for married couples, to prevent immodest acts. DAP’s action only shows how afraid it is of Islam becoming stronger in Malaysia.”

Omar claimed that instead of bringing joy, K-Pop concerts are actually “anti-Islam” as they “would allegedly destroy the Muslim community in the country”. He further claimed that the artistes would “recite text from the Bible during concerts” and “invite their fans to attend church”. However, no proof was provided to back his allegations.

This is not the first time Isma has claimed that K-Pop concerts are being used a front to spread Christianity.

Earlier in January this year, Isma claimed that K-Pop artistes from the Christian-majority nation may be using their music to covertly spread the religion. Later in February, Isma has called for Taeyang’s concert to be postponed or cancelled until the organiser abided by the rules and regulations applicable to performances by foreign artistes. In a posting on ISMA’s website, the group’s vice-president Muhammad Uzair Izzat Amir Muhammad said B1A4’s incident should be a lesson to all parties to avoid a recurrence.

Prior to BIGBANG’s concert, Isma’s student wing National Muslim Youth Association (Pembina) also launched a campaign calling for the cancellation of the concert, and banning of K-Pop concerts in general.

However, the 2-day concert went smoothly and drew over 15, 000 attendees each night.


#ArmadaNight: Asia Tour Finale Party Ft. Jochen Miller, Husman, & Gie At Lust KL

Armada Night makes a comeback to our humble city on 13th November.

The Armada Night Asia Tour has included stops like Hong Kong, Japan, China, and Thailand – and now they’re making Kuala Lumpur the last and final stop. The big finale party will feature stellar Armada Music artistes Jochen Miller, Husman, and Gie, who are all set to captivate Malaysian clubbers with their sets.

It’s going to be a treat for Armada Music fans ;)

For more information, visit Lust KL’s Facebook page.


Oh No! A&W Petaling Jaya To Shut Down Operations After 55 Years

Today is a sad day for fans of popular fast food chain A&W Malaysia as it was announced recently that they will be shutting down its iconic franchise in Petaling Jaya.

CEO George Ang, who was in charge of addressing the unfortunate news, has confirmed that the famed retro-style drive-by outlet will be demolished this year.

It was reported that the decision to close the branch was to give way to other development projects. For those who don’t know, the fast food outlet, previously owned by Inter Mark Resources Sdn Bhd, is leasing the land from Kasmuncak Holdings Sdn Bhd.

“Since the deal was made before Inter Mark Resources bought over A&W, we are currently leasing the land from them, until they are ready to take over for their own development project,” Ang told Malay Mail. He further added that the drive-in chain will be operating for another six to eight months from now.

The outlet – located in Lorong Sultan, PJS 52 – is the oldest A&W drive-in restaurant in Malaysia, as it has been operating for 55 years. Despite the sad news, rest can be assured that A&W Malaysia is ready to open more than 20 outlets across the country as the new decade kicked off.

So, what are you guys waiting for? Hurry up and gather your family and friends to pay your final visit and bid your last farewell before it’s too late.

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Jackass (Star) Apologizes For Pit Bull Puppy Prank

Bam Margera, of MTV and “Jackass” fame, found a new and offensive way to shock by tweeting a picture of himself threatening to shoot his small, adorable dog. He’s a jackass in real life after all huh?

In a recent twitpic, the 33-year-old risk-taker took things too far when he pointed what apparently to be a gun at his pit bull puppy’s head with a signage next to it that read, “If She Poops One More Time, She Goes Bye Byes“.

Margera, who also has six cats, said he was just kidding around and his fans should know that. Uh, ha ha ha? Very funny Bam.

Anyway, apparently, the gun was a fake and Margera does not own a gun. He has only fired one at a clay pigeon at a sporting event. In an interview with the paper at his home, Margera said he was unaware of a rise in horrific animal-abuse cases in the area and that had he known about the incidents of torture, he never would have posted the photo (Source)

Margera’s girlfriend, Nikki Boyd, said she was the real dog-lover in the house and Margera is “the crazy cat person.”

Fortunately, Penny the pit bull, who has since been renamed Sunny, has a crate and, according to Boyd, is adapting well to training. (Source)

Well, whatever. Shame on you still, Bam. Shame. On. You.


#Klang: Putrajaya Immigration Department Rescues 2 Women From Sexual Slavery

Recently, the Putrajaya Immigration Department Anti-Trafficking in Persons and Anti-Smuggling of Migrants Unit found 2 young Indonesian women in a 2-storey shophouse in Bandar Bukit Tinggi, Klang.

Immigration Director-General Datuk Sakib Kusmi said that the victims were suspected to be victims of human trafficking for sexual exploitation. He also added the they were locked in a room and forced to have sex without payment.

“The rescue operation found that 2 female victims, aged 19 and 20 respectively, was brought to the country from Indonesia by a syndicate for the purpose of human trafficking and sexual exploitation. We believe this Indonesian syndicate was working with a Malaysian syndicate to bring in women from Indonesia,” Sakib said in a statement on Thursday (26th May).

Apparently, the victims came to Malaysia because they were under the impression that they can work as waitresses with high salaries. Their huge debt with the agent was used as a reason to threaten and force them into sexual slavery.

The suspects, a Malaysian and and an Indonesian woman, were arrested. They were charged at the Klang Session Court on 9th May and were sentenced to 6 years jail.


#Travel: 12 Beautiful Water Chalets In Malaysia For The Thirsty Wanderluster

Not a fan of quick getaways because you feel like it’s not enough to quench the wanderluster’s thirst in you? Think you can afford something a little bit more luxurious, preferably somewhere within the proximity of a beach or a lake? Oh, you know, because you’re a beach bum like that and you need to just be around water for a few days to do absolutely nothing. Then you’ve just hit jackpot because we’ve taken the liberty to find places where you can do just that!

Move aside, creative accommodations and glamping spots. Nothing says “hitting the sweet spot” quite like staying at one of these beautiful water chalets in Malaysia. Of course, we need to first warn you that some of these can be a little pricey but hey, if you can afford to pamper yourself for a few days’ worth of stay at any of these resorts/hotels, you can’t put a price tag on that kind of experience ;)

Located in Port Dickson, a peaceful and harmonious environment, this unique resort-style hotel is approximately 75 minutes away from the city of Kuala Lumpur. Within close proximity to Lukut Town and the coastal area of Negeri Sembilan, this location features many beautiful places of visit, including the Teluk Kemang Beach, Tanjung Tuan Forest Reserve, and Blue Lagoon Beach. Grand Lexis Port Dickson boasts lavish rooms that have a natural setting and offer a refreshing ambience. Every accommodation unit features its own private pool and beautiful garden (as seen in the picture above), offering complete privacy. All in all, Grand Lexis Port Dickson has got it all, whether it’s the picturesque scenery or the brilliant accommodation units. It features an exceptional collection of luxuriously furnished, Balinese inspired villas linked by spacious boardwalks that command a majestic view of the open sea.

Book via Agoda here. For more information, visit their website.

2. Sipadan Water Village Resort, Pulau Mabul

Sipadan Water Village is a resort beautifully constructed with Bajau architectural design. Part of the Mabul Island is also home to groups of Bajau fishermen who have built their traditional palm thatched houses. The Bajau Laut, the world’s only tribe of nomadic sea gypsies spends their lives on the water. Over the years, some have entered a transition from sea nomadic to sedentary village life at a former major anchorage site such as Mabul. The entire resort is built over water on stilts made of Belian Wood commonly called ironwood, laid in certain points so as to minimise damage to the existing reef. In its design, Sipadan Water Village has achieved near utopia in its over-the-water layout, splendid water cottage accommodations with flowered sidewalks, wonderfully prepared Asian and Continental cuisine, and impeccable and personable service.

Book here. For more information, visit their website.

3. Berjaya Langkawi Resort, Pulau Langkawi

Nestled amidst the rainforests and emerald waters of the Andaman Sea, Berjaya Langkawi Resort is perfect for a getaway. Sitting on Burau Bay, this property boasts traditional and sophisticated rooms and suites that are surrounded by 70 acres of land. Indeed a tropical paradise, this resort guarantees a rejuvenating experience by which guests can take a stroll to the emerald waters, visit the 500-year-old rainforest, and then relax by the sandy beach. A magical and marvelous place for leisure, guests can visit the UNESCO World Geopark, visit the sanctuary for inspired spa treatments, and embrace this harmonious retreat – only at Berjaya Langkawi Resort.

4. Hotel Water Chalets (Kampung Air) Bukit Merah, Taiping

With all rooms perfectly built over the lake, this property is beautifully surrounded by lush greenery facing one of Malaysia’s largest rivers. Guests can unwind at the on-site spa after a long day of sightseeing or visit the nearby water park. Also known as home to some animals, you can walk around and explore the lone Orang Utan Island or have some educational walks in a unique Eco Park. Within the vicinity, guests can also enjoy camping by the lakeside grounds. With a variety of natural attractions and activities, shopping areas, and function facilities nearby, Kampung Air (Water Chalet) Bukit Merah is a haven for all age groups in Malaysia’s prime eco-tourism destination.

A fishing village was the inspiration for the concept and design of this cozy boutique hotel located in the centre of Port Dickson. This is a family oriented accommodation with the nature lover in mind. Guests of Avillion Hotel are treated to lavish amenities like king-sized beds, jacuzzis, and private balconies. Wake up to a very early breakfast and sunrise at the Crow’s Nest Restaurant as it is open 24 hours a day. For evening entertainment, visit Jungle Fringe Karaoke Bar and sing your hearts out until late into the night. You can even drop your kids off at the children’s cabin and run to the spa for a day of pampering and relaxation. The fitness centre, tai chi lessons, swimming pool, and tennis courts are available for the Avillion Hotel’s more active guests.

6. AVANI Sepang Goldcoast Resort, Sepang

Conveniently located in the new golden triangle of Sepang, this eco-friendly property is about 45 minutes away from KLIA and KLIA2. Their villa stretches along the pristine borders of the magnificent straits of Malacca, commanding breathtaking views of the sea. Boasting Polynesian-Maldivian styled villas, their 393 villas come in different ranges and sizes to cater to the tastes of their clients. With a touch of tropical Malaysian décor, their rooms offer comfort and modern facilities. They feature comforts like a fitness center, library, TV room, variety of dining venues and bars, boutiques, and a spa catered to pamper their clients. AVANI Sepang Goldcoast Resort also sits in a perfect location that allows diving, water sports, excursions, snorkeling, and many other recreational activities. Offering a splendid location and flawless hotel facilities, it is unbeatable.

If what you’re looking for is a conveniently located hotel in Kota Kinabalu, look no further than Gayana Eco Resort. Only 4.2 km from the city centre, the hotel’s strategic location ensures that guests can quickly and easily reach many local points of interest. For those of you who want to venture out, The Zip Line, Sword Fish Monument, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall are just some of the attractions available. At Gayana Eco Resort, the excellent service and superior facilities make for an unforgettable stay. Guests of the hotel can enjoy on-site features like business center, room service, facilities for disabled guests, concierge, laundry service. All guest accommodations feature thoughtful amenities to ensure an unparalleled sense of comfort. Throughout the day you can enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the outdoor pool, spa, water sports (non-motorized), private beach, hot tub. Superb facilities and an excellent location make the Gayana Eco Resort the perfect base from which to enjoy your stay in Kota Kinabalu.

This multiple award-winning, privately owned resort island is a perfect getaway spot for couples. With only a fraction of the island developed, jungle trekking is a popular activity to explore the local wildlife. Other activities include fishing, golf, island hopping, and perfect sunset cruises. The award-winning Spa Village at this luxury property is a must visit for all guests, with a range of treatments available from across Asia. Dining options, as with the cuisines offered, are numerous and can be made extra special with the private dining choices. Experience unsurpassed service and amenities at the luxurious Pangkor Laut Resort.

Not to be confused with Grand Lexis, although they’re both managed by the same hotel group. Lexis Port Dickson is a business class hotel situated in Negeri Sembilan, located along a coastal stretch of Port Dickson. Lexis Port Dickson is within close proximity to a multitude of cultural, historical, and tourist attractions and not far from nature parks. Guests will be able to enjoy the Lukut Museum and Fort, PD Ostrich Farm, Royal Port Dickson Yacht Club, and the Armed Forces Museum. The hotel offers modern rooms decorated with a Malay theme that is visually pleasing. Best of all, the rooms enjoy magnificent views of the Straits of Malacca. Guests can enjoy delectable international and local dishes at the on-site restaurant and authentic fresh cocktails at the lobby bar. Lexis Port Dickson is perfect for travellers that want a beautiful coastal location.

In Lukut, Port Dickson, the Tasik Villa International Resort Port Dickson is a 5-star resort. The Resort boasts 220 large rooms with all of the necessary conveniences, making it a great location for business, family, and leisure travellers.

The Tasik Villa International Resort Port Dickson’s distinctive musical fountain sets it apart from the competition. Capture the enchanting ambiance when the sun sets with their eye-catching musical fountain that is illuminated in all the rainbow colours! Also, don’t miss out on the musical fountain performance by boarding the cruise!

11. Gem Island Resort & Spa, Pulau Gemia

Gem Island Resort & Spa is your ultimate private island getaway with a “one island one resort” set up. It is one of the few privately owned islands in Malaysia built with its superb natural beauty still intact. Gem Island is located in a Marine Conservation Park with crystal clear waters, a spectacular underwater seascape of corals and marine life as some of its natural wonders. Built along the ridges of the coastline and maintaining its lush greenery, it is a superb getaway for a relaxed holiday. Each villa is tastefully furnished with air-conditioning and a fan, a balcony with swing chair, a king size bed and a day bed, TV with satellite channels, tea and coffee making facilities, and attached shower room and toilet. Gem Island Resort & Spa houses a restaurant that serves Local, Chinese and Western cuisine with fine wines and liquors to accompany meals while the Gemm Shoppe offers souvenirs and basic conveniences.

Located within Grand Lexis Port Dickson, Lexis Hibiscus Port Dickson is the epitome of a contemporary and avant-garde 5-star resort, architected by a team of award-winning designers. A stellar collection of 639 pool villas comprising 117 tower rooms and 522 picturesque seawater villas, each unit of Lexis Hibiscus is spacious, tastefully decorated and equipped with practical amenities for a relaxing and indulgent stay. The highlight of these villas is that all units are equipped with its own private dip pool, giving its dwellers an unsurpassed luxury and convenience. What’s more, one can even adjourn to the adjacent private steam room for a moment of respite after a dip in the pool. This ultimately sets a new record for an iconic resort development in Malaysia as it boasts exclusivity and mystical charms within its ecological surroundings.

A word of advice before you make your reservations though, be sure to check your selected dates against the monsoon seasons. Happy booking!

What’s that? Water chalet not your thing? Don’t feel like leaving your furkid alone at home for too long? Then check out these pet-friendly accommodations in Malaysia. If you’re more adventurous than that, here are some top theme parks in Asia that are worth a visit.

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#PitchPerfect3: Anna Kendrick & Rebel Wilson Reunite With The Bellas But Where Is Hailee Steinfeld?

It’s day 1 pitches, and the bellas are back!

“Pitch Perfect 3” won’t arrive in cinemas until the end of the year (December, to be exact), but we’e already gotten our first look at a picture-perfect photo of the reunited cast, signalling that production has gotten under way.

Both Anna Kendrick (Beca) and Rebel Wilson (Fat Amy) took to their social media accounts to share the behind-the-scenes snap of their first day on set. Joining them are Ester Dean (Cynthia Rose), Kelley Jakle (Jessica), and Hana Mae Lee (Lilly), together with Chrissie Fit (Flo), Brittany Snow (Chloe), Anna Camp (Aubrey), and Shelley Regner (Ashley).

The aca-ladies appeared in high spirits and they happily posed for the camera with 3 fingers up to indicate the commencement of the 3rd instalment. While plot details are still kept under wraps, rumour has it that “Pitch Perfect 3” will see these talented Bellas squaring off against another group called Dew.

Several eagle-eyed “Pitch Perfect” fans were questioning about Hailee Steinfeld‘s whereabouts as she was missing from the shot. Don’t worry peeps, the 20-year-old actress already confirmed back in August last year that she’ll be back. According to sources, Steinfeld is currently busy with the award season. She was nominated Best Actress for her work in “The Edge of Seventeen” for this year’s Golden Globes.

Fingers crossed, the cast will continue to share aca-awesome group shots like the ones above.

“Pitch Perfect 3” is set for release on 22nd December 2017.


Concert Review: 6 Reasons Why Good Vibes Might Be Malaysia’s Best Music Festival Right Now

What an amazing past days it has been! Good Vibes Festival, this year in its 5th edition, seems to have perfected the art of throwing a great music-fuelled party.

From its superior musical line-up, down right to the smaller details such as crowd control, and layout of the festival grounds; Good Vibes 2018 has everything down to a pat — setting the gold standard for music festivals here in Malaysia.

Good Vibes this year saw the likes of heavy hitters such as indie pop stalwart Lorde, experimental rock trio Alt-J, acclaimed rapper Vince Staples, downtempo singer/multi-instrumentalist Nick Murphy, R&B queen SZA, and future bass act Odesza perform at the popular indie music festival.

Held last Saturday and Sunday (21st & 22nd July), the 2-day event saw 15,000 excited revellers flocking down to the evergreen plains of The Ranch at Gohtong Jaya, Genting Highlands. Since its inception in 2013, Good Vibes has grown leaps and bounds — by adapting to foreseeable scenarios, and constantly topping their game.

One such example was the heavy rains that tormented Genting last year. During Phoenix’s headline closing set, festival-goers were plodding through in knee-deep waters at the main stage — neither very safe nor sanitary. Good Vibes saw this as an issue and fixed it this year, providing a full-scale wooden platform for fans standing in front.

It’s small elements like these that contribute to creating a great festival experience, and Good Vibes 2018 shows what’s up when it comes to throwing a near-perfect music festival.

Firstly, we’ve got to give it up for Good Vibes stellar line-up. With heavy hitters such as Vince Staples (!), Alt-J (!!), SZA (!!!) and Lorde (!!!!), the acts on this year’s programme was a mouth-watering prospect. Spearheaded by two strong female headlining acts, Good Vibes also saw equal representation in the fields of R&B, hip-hop, rock and EDM.

Audiences lapped up the inclusion of acts like Majid Jordan and Louis the Child, and went completely ham when Lorde and SZA came on stage. Vince Staples dazzled with his intricate wordplay and unorthodox beats, while Leeds-based trio Alt-J whetted the audiences’ musical appetite with their synchronised cascading vocal melodies and oozing basslines.

For rock aficionados, both days were anchored by strong rock acts — namely The Neighbourhood on Day 1 and Australian alternative rock singer Nick Murphy (formerly named Chet Faker) on Day 2.

Lovers of EDM were also spoilt for choice. For starters, there were future bass heavyweights Odesza, indie producer duo Louis the Child, French tropical house producer Petit Biscuit, and Day 1 closing act What So Not.

What we loved about this festival was that non-music fans would have also enjoyed themselves tremendously. Good Vibes 2018 was like a giant playground of sorts; featuring plenty of swings, see-saws, slides, and get this — even a Toyota bag jump and U Mobile’s Trampoline Freeze Cam! By just wandering around, one could partake in many left-leaning activities (i.e. hipster), ranging from vinyl painting, carpool karaoke, airbrush tattooing to silent discos.

Who could also not forget about the unofficial attraction of the festival — the bouncy grass bubble patch at where the Good Vibes logo was?

Good Vibes has always been a strong proponent of the local scene, and this year is no different. The roster saw the likes of alternative rock veterans Kyoto Protocol, nu-disco producer duo Dangerdisko, jazz outfit Noh Salleh, Good Vibes alumnus Froya, and rising PBR&B upstart Lunadira performing and entertaining at both main stages.

We’ve especially got mad love for the folks at the Electric Fields, who hoisted the flag high for the hip-hop scene in Malaysia. From the likes of the talented Raising the Bar crew to the artists on the Saturday Selects roster, the agenda at Electric Fields boiled down to beats, DJ-ing, freestyles, breakdancing, and having one a hell of a good time.

We’ve mentioned of the little things that do really matter — and Good Vibes scores highly on this. For this year, the entrance was placed higher on the hill, facilitating faster and better crowd control. Toilets were also located in a separate section on higher grounds, easing up precious space on the festival grounds itself.

In anticipation of rainy weather (like last year’s), organisers provided much more wooden platforms to walk on. There were also many more tables, benches and resting areas peppered around the grounds in general.

We have to also applaud the festival’s food village (#UnlimitedFlavours presents Good Bites) hosted by U Mobile who made the trend-setting decision to go carbon neutral (or at least attempt to) by replacing all cutlery and serving materials with biodegradable materials.

The best was truly saved for last, with headliners SZA and Lorde shining on their respective individual days. Decked in a red sari, SZA was at her natural sassy, sultry self — cussing at abandon and even launching into a “Happy Birthday” song for her mother who was in the audience.

The Top Dawg signee segued into songs from her critically acclaimed album, “Ctrl”, and even sang couple of pre-recorded duets with the main man himself, Kendrick Lamar. Accompanied by 3 backing band members, the Missouri native spilled into tunes such as “Twenty Something”, “Drew Barrymore” and “The Weekend”. In the midst of the chilly atmosphere, SZA’s music seemed like the perfect opportunity to cuddle with a loved one.

It came for the time for Lorde to wrap up Good Vibes on the second day. Appearing on stage at 11pm, the pop singer was accompanied with six other interpretative dancers on stage. The 21-year-old was on fire that night, bringing about a performance that was filled with intimate dancing, soaring vocals and emotional pathos.

Kicking things off with 2017’s “Sober”, the New-Zealand native sang (and danced) a playlist consisting of old favourites from debut Pure Heroine and acclaimed sophomore effort Melodrama. Sporting a down-to-earth, friendly candid personality, the Grammy award-winning singer talked about her crushes, songs that she wrote alone, and even mentioned attracting panthers in Genting (are there even any?).

Working her way through a 14-song setlist, Lorde belted out favourites such as “Perfect Places”, “Tennis Court”, and capped off her set with a resounding performance of “Green Light”.

When it came to the closure of Good Vibes, we couldn’t help but think that the perfect combination of great weather, amazing line-up, well organization, food and activities that has made Good Vibes Festival 2018 one of the best festivals held in Malaysia this year. Here’s to many more good times for years to come!

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22-Year-Old Man Robbed, Assaulted, & Extorted In WeChat Sex Date Gone Wrong

Yikes! A 22-year-old man was robbed, beaten, and extorted when he was at an apartment along Jalan Seri Taming on Sunday (20th August) to meet a woman he met on WeChat for sex.

When he arrived at the apartment, the victim said that the woman asked him to take a shower and left the room. Shortly after that, around 5 or 6 men rushed into the room, accused him of rape, and stripped him off his clothes.

According to Kajang police chief Assistant Commissioner Ahmad Dzaffir Mohd Yussoff, the group tried to extort about RM40,000 from the victim. He said, “The suspects recorded the naked victim and threatened to spread the video if the money was not paid. His belongings were also stolen, with losses estimated at about RM8,000.”

Dzaffir added that the police was notified by the victim’s friend, who received a video and picture of the victim on WeChat. The friend later told the police that the victim had been released without any ransom being paid. It was also reported that the victim was punched, slapped, kicked, and beaten with a stick.

The Kajang police arrested 5 suspects (4 men and 1 woman) in the Bandar Kinrara area early Monday (21st August). “2 of the suspects tested positive for drugs and none had previous records,” said Dzaffir.

The case is being investigated under Section 394 of the Penal Code for causing hurt while committing a robbery.

Sources: NST, The Star / Featured image: The Social Rush, StarHub.


#ParanormalActivity: “The Ghost Dimension” Trailer Plays Bloody Mary

If you recall Toby was mentioned over and over in “Paranormal Activity 2, 3 & 4” but never made an appearance and it’s about time Toby does. In the newest and last episode of “Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension”, it will be a hello and also a good-bye for Toby as it will “appear” in this final instalment.

Producer for all movies in the series Jason Blum discussed that even though the low-budget found footage movie was quite a success, “The Ghost Dimension” will conclude the franchise. Blum also revealed that the final episode will answer all uncertainty and doubts about the demonic mythology that have arisen from previous instalments, including how Toby actually looks like.

It’s coming to an end. This is it, the finale. We’re saying it before the movie opens. We’re not going to grind this horror franchise into the ground. This will keep ‘Paranormal Activity’ as part of this culture and this particular time in a really fantastic way.

We couldn’t go just teasing. All the questions that everyone has asked from the past ‘Paranormal Activity’ films: What does Toby look like? What’s the backstory to the families? These questions have been teased out. Now they will be answered.

Slated for a release on 23rd October 2015, the synopsis is as follows:

“Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension” centres on a new family, the Fleeges – husband and wife, Ryan and Emily who just moved into a house with their young daughter Leila. There, they discover a video camera and a box of tapes in the garage. When they look through the camera’s lens they begin to see paranormal activities happening around them – including the re-emergence of young Kristi and Katie.

Starring Chris J. Murray, Brit Shaw and Ivy George, Gregory Plotkin will be directing the film based on a screenplay by Adam Robitel and Gavin Heffernan. Oren Peli and Jason Blum will serve as producer while Steve Molen serves as executive producer.


Gardenia To Increase Prices From 1st December Onwards

Gardenia has decided to increase its prices from 1st December onwards.

This food production company has applied the increase in Gardenia bread prices to Delicia Butterscotch, Delicia Choco Raisin and Squiggles Funky Strawberry products, to name a few.

The full list of products with the increased prices is listed below:

With the Covid-19 pandemic severely affecting job security, and the Malaysian economy as a whole, this price increase is coming at a detrimental time for those who are already having a difficult time putting bread on the table.

What are your thoughts on Gardenia increasing its prices?

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There’s A New PictureHouse Cinema In Genting Highlands!

Lights, Camera, Action. It’s showtime, peeps!

You may have visited SkyAvenue and Genting Premium Outlets, but did you know that there’s a brand new PictureHouse Cinema at Resorts World Genting?

PictureHouse Cinema is described as a venue that exudes a modern retro and new urban vibe. Currently, 3 of the 4 halls with state-of the-art seats are open to public. Each hall has 170 seats each and are divided into 3 categories – the Premium seats, the front row Executive seats, and the middle section.

Like most cinemas, the Premium seats are located at the back of the hall for maximum comfort thanks to “its ergonomic design and innovative sliding system”. Normally moviegoers tend to avoid the front row seats due to the discomfort and straining of the neck. The front row Executive seats here, however, come with powered reclining and footrest operations. That means, you get to lean back, put up your feet, and enjoy the film.

The price of the movie tickets is not indicated on the website but we do know that a Premium seat ticket cost RM22 and it comes with a combo set of popcorn, a snack and a drink.

Located at Level 1, SkyAvenue, check out their website for more information.


#RememberingLKY: Founding Father Lies In State, Thousands Pay Last Respect

Mr Lee Kuan Yew, Singapore’s first Prime Minister when the country gained Independence in 1965, died on Monday (23rd March) at the age of 91. He had been in hospital for several weeks with severe pneumonia and while he was hospitalised, people left tributes and messages of goodwill at the hospital as his condition deteriorated.

A private family wake was held in the past 2 days (23rd and 24th March) at Sri Temasek. After which, a gun carriage brought Mr Lee’s body from Sri Temasek in the Istana compound to the Parliament House, where the public can pay their last respects.

The funeral procession was witnessed by President Tony Tan, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and his family, as well as the public who lined the streets to view the procession.

Starting today, Mr Lee’s body will lie in state at Parliament House from 25th March (Wednesday) to 28th March (Saturday), for the public to pay their respects. Those who wish to pay their last respects at Parliament House can do so 24 hours daily until 8pm on Saturday.

CNA reported that some companies and public sector organisations in Singapore are giving their employees time off to pay their respects:

Other financial organisations such as Citibank Singapore, UOB, and accounting firm EY are also allowing staff to take time off, with some even providing shuttle buses to the Parliament House.

As for public sector organisations, the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is also giving staff time off to pay their respects. Channel NewsAsia understands they will go in batches between 3pm to 5pm, and will wear self-made brooches in the image of the late Mr Lee.

According to CNA, as of 11am on Wednesday (25th March), the queue stretched all the way from Parliament House to the Fullerton. By noon, the queue stretched past Boat Quay to Circular Road and the police closed off Circular Road to vehicles. There’s even a separate express queue for the elderly, handicapped, and pregnant women, who should go direct to Parliament House for priority access.

Members of the public have been advised to remain ordely, be patient and follow the directions of the marshals on the ground. Those wanting to join the queue should exit at Clarke Quay MRT station. Singapore government officials have said that those joining the queue as of 2pm should expect to wait at least 8 hours.

As queues to Parliament House continue to grow, some eateries along the way are putting business interests aside to offer liquid respite for those waiting in the hot, humid weather.

Shortly after Mr Lee’s body was moved from the Istana to Parliament House for the public to pay their last respects, the New Alam Shah Restaurant at Circular Road started to offer free water and canned drinks to those in the queue. Japanese restaurant Takumen along the same road also put out a table with an offer of free iced water. Free water was also being given out at the Fullerton Hotel, as well as in front of UOB Plaza.

Along Clarke Quay, another restaurant, Crazy Elephant, opened up its premises for people looking to get hydrated with free iced water.

A state funeral service will be held on Sunday afternoon at the National University of Singapore’s University Cultural Centre. For more updates from the 7-day funeral service and public homage, visit the official Remembering Lee Kuan Yew Facebook page.

In case you missed it, watch the full video from the gun carriage funeral procession which took place just this morning:

Sources: CNA (1), CNA (2), CNA (3), CNA (4) / Featured image from CNA’s Twitter account

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This Malaysian Band Is Touring 5 European Countries In June

Malaysian experimental band The Venopian Solitude is set to tour all across Europe this coming June – making them one of the few indie local bands to do so.

Lead by hijab-wearing singer who goes by the nickname Takahara Suiko, the band is currently looking for companies or bodies to collaborate with in order to make this dream tour a reality.

In exchange, the collaborator will get to host their own workshops, promote songs, and arrange promotional campaigns for their brands.

We are invited to perform at these festivals, and we need your help to spread the word!

We're looking for companies/bodies to collaborate with, in exchange for :

★ Talks/workshops★ Jingles/songs★ Brand promo/campaigns

— The Venopian Solitude (@TheVenopianSoli) April 28, 2018

The Venopian Solitude will be playing at six venues in five Europian countries from 9th to 28th June 2018.

The festivals that they will perform include Denmark’s Alice CPH (9th June), Spain’s Sonar Festival (14th June), Netherlands’ Houtfestival (17th June) and Solstice Festival (21 June), Sweden’s Summer Stage Malmo (26th June), and German’s Fusion Festival (28th June).

Spain’s upcoming Sonar Festival can be a major breakthrough for the band as it is considered to be one of the biggest electronic music festival in Europe which featured various household EDM names such as Skrillex, Duran Duran, The Chemical Brothers, and more.

For this year, The Venopian Solitude might have the chance to rub shoulders with heavyweights like Diplo, Gorillaz, TOKiMONSTA, and Thom Yorke at Sonar Festival.

We don’t know about y’all, but we think that The Venopian Solitude’s songs are totally dope. Check out some of their best performances!

Interested collaborators are welcome to holler the band at thevenopiansolitude.com/contact.


Frustrated Over Fines, Johor Man Hunts “Cloned” Car In Bangi

Recently, a man in Johor successfully tracked down a clone of his red Mazda 6, at a parking lot in Bangi, Selangor.

The car-hunt started after the man had received fines and speed tickets from another state; which he had never visited.

After driving all the way from Johor, he managed to trace the cloned car that has been causing him all this fuss in a parking lot near Kajang. Surprisingly, the Mazda 6 was an exact carbon-copy of his; even the road tax is identical.

The Info Roadblock JPJ/POLIS Facebook Page was first to report on this issue, posting photos of two red Mazdas with the same number plate. The post mentioned that the man was frustrated for getting summoned from places he had not been to.

The caption said, “Can’t stand to be summoned by speedtrap and other places he hasn’t visited. The original owner of Mazda from Johor went down to his twin trail until he got to Bangi. Road tax is the same.”

Following the post, netizens took the opportunity to assume the involvement of a schemer amongst the authorities for re-printing the same road tax for a clone. Some also praised the action of the owner for going out of his way to track the twin trail.

We hope the owner’s determination pays off with the perpetrator being served justice.

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Brittany Murphy Biopic Suggests She Was Murdered

In 2009, Brittany Murphy collapsed in her bathroom. Following “a medical request” distress call, firefighters and medics rushed to the scene, where they tried to resuscitate her. The “Clueless” star was transported to the hospital where she later died from a cardiac arrest. Ever since then, there has been many theories about Brittany’s true cause of death – ranging from pneumonia to multiple drug abuse, and even murder.

Brittany Murphy was only 32 years old. Her husband, Simon Monjack, died 5 months later.

Her life, which ended under such strange circumstances, is now being turned into a biopic. Lifetime, a TV network famed for making controversial biopics, recently released the first trailer for the upcoming Brittany Murphy biopic titled, “The Brittany Murphy Story”. The movie will explore the Atlanta native’s move to Los Angeles as a teenager and her career’s fast climb with her mother, Sharon Murphy, by her side. It would also depict her success in the movies “Clueless”, “Just Married”, “Little Black Book”, “Girl, Interrupted”, and “8 Mile”.

And that’s not all. “The Brittany Murphy Story” will highlight her little-known struggles with confidence and issues about her looks despite being a star. Even while she was alive, she battled against reports that she had used illegal drugs to overcome her paranoia.

On top of that, based on what can be seen from the trailer, the biopic will explore her estranged father’s attempts to reopen her case, claiming forensic evidence proved she was being poisoned. Yes, this means that “The Brittany Murphy Story” has been positioned as a murder mystery, and suddenly her mother will be thrust back in the spotlight.

Was Brittany Murphy murdered or was it a case of accidental death due to heavy consumption of drugs?

Find out when the biopic is released on 6th September.


Hype’s Now Playing: Kendrick Lamar – King Kunta

After the recent release of his new album “To Pimp A Butterfly“, Kendrick Lamar has now released the new video for single “King Kunta”. The video directed by Canadian filmmaker Director X, is a visual love letter of to Lamar’s hometown, Compton, CA.

Surrounded by friends, Lamar is seen performing around his hometown, and even on top of the Compton Swap Meet in the video. He’s showing off his crew and his C-walking, looking super fly in a Dodgers hat, Patriots jacket and white Reebok sneakers as he raps through the video.

Featuring a fresh and happier vibe as compared to his 2012’s “good kid, m.A.A.d city” album, “King Kunta” features a lighter more upbeat and fun tone.

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(NSFW) #JonkerWalk: Penis-Shaped Sausage Causes Outrage; Trader’s License Revoked

As schlong as it looks offensive, it’s a no go! A gifts and souvenirs trader at Jonker Walk has angered Malacca authorities when it was discovered that he was selling penis-shaped sausages.

The Star Online quoted Jonker Walk Traders Association advisor Datuk Gan Tian Loo as saying that the committee managing the area had clearly barred such things from being sold at the popular tourist destination. “Many traders were upset over the sale of the disgraceful products before the Lunar New Year,” he said.

Apparently, the trader, who is in his late 20s, bought the phallic-shaped waffle maker from Taiwan and added his own ingredients before selling them at the family-friendly night market. His reason for doing so was because he “just wanted to introduce something interesting”.

However, it displeased several other Jonker Walk traders as well as the local community as they felt that it has tarnished the reputation of the iconic market, which is also a popular gourmet and tourist destination.

Datuk Gan Tian Loo said, “The committee felt that the trader should have realised the sensitivities of his actions. As our society is different from that in Taiwan, we collectively decided not to intervene if the Malacca Historic City Council moves to punish him.”

Malacca mayor Datuk Zainal Hussin said the trader’s business license has been revoked because it was in violation of the permit issued that allowed him to sell souvenirs and snacks. The trader has since apologised for his wrongdoings and asked to be forgiven.

The news was met with mixed response by netizens in Malaysia. Some commented that it was not that big of a deal since the “novelty item” contained no pork and therefore, is still considered halal. Others offered more sarcastic remarks, saying that perhaps next time, sausages and fishballs should also be barred from being sold together.

Sources: The Star Online, Lowyat.NET Forum, Straits Times, FMT / Featured image via Easybook.

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