(UPDATE) #Reloaded: Luhan To Release First Solo Mini Album In September

In the past few months, Luhan has been actively promoting himself as an actor in China after filing a lawsuit against SM Entertainment and withdrawing from EXO.

However, he hasn’t given up on singing yet!

Following the news of Tao’s debut as a solo artiste, Luhan announced in July that he is gearing up to release his own solo album too.

After almost a month of working on the album, Luhan has finally set a release date for its upcoming release. It has been revealed that the former idol group member will be making his comeback as a solo artiste in China next month.

Titled “Reloaded”, the mini album is slated for release on 14th September. It will mark Luhan’s first comeback as a solo artiste since his departure from EXO. Luhan is said to have worked with American producer Djemba Djemba in Beijing during the production process.

In the teaser images, a red deer can be seen and it is likely referring to the nickname given to Luhan by his fans.

It is unclear how many songs will be included in the album but what we do know is that Luhan will be seen next as the male lead of “I Am A Witness”, a Chinese remake of a 2011 Korean thriller and a crime-based award-winning flick titled, “Blind“.

He is also starring alongside Hollywood A-lister Matt Damon and Hong Kong legendary singer-actor Andy Lau in Yimou’s upcoming first ever English film, “The Great Wall“.

Hold up! There’s a behind-the-scenes video to further poke and prod at your curiousity. The video also hints at the release date for Luhan’s “Reloaded” and it’s set for 14th September. That is really not too far away :D

Are you excited about Luhan’s new solo mini album? Considering that he has such powerful vocals, do you think it will top the music charts in China? Share your thoughts in the comments box below.


#KimTaeHee: Actress To Make Special Guest Appearance In M’sia Next Month

Any fans of Kim Tae Hee out there? We’ve got good news for you ;)

The South Korean actress will be gracing us with her presence next month! She will be making a special guest appearance for the official launch of Bonia’s flagship boutique in the newly opened Pavilion Elite, Kuala Lumpur.

The actress made her acting debut in a small role in the 2001 melodrama “Last Present”, but was propelled to fame for her portrayal as the evil stepsister in the 2003 drama “Stairway To Heaven”. Soon after, she began to star in several dramas as the lead, and her most notable performance was in “Love Story In Harvard”. She has also turned to the big screens, but her movies have not been as successful as her dramas.

In 2012, it was revealed that the actress and legendary K-Pop superstar Rain have been dating for a while. Earlier in January 2017, the couple also tied the knot in a private ceremony attended by their closest friends and family members.

Wanna witness the beauty of the actress in person?

The luxury brand will also drop more updates soon, so stay tuned!

For more info, visit Bonia Malaysia’s website and Facebook page.

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A Recap Of 2013 YouTube Videos!

Is that time of the year again – to look back on everything you searched for this year on YouTube.

Do you remember most of the videos you searched for on YouTube throughout 2013 – the song or video that caught your attention and left you captivated? If you don’t then fret not for Hype.My brings you the top #10 most searched for and most watched videos on YouTube Malaysia.

The Top 10 Trending Videos of YouTube Malaysia 2013 are:

1. Ylvis – The Fox (What Does the Fox Say?)

This catchy track has hit over 276 million views to date since their release on September 3rd, 2013.

2. PEOPLE ARE AWESOME 2013 (Hadouken! – Levitate)

This clip of various people doing extraordinary things and stunts has hit 0ver 113 million views since it’s release on January 22nd, 2013.

3. KL Gangster 2: Prequel Official Trailer 2013

The trailer for the much anticipated KL Gangster 2 has hit over 1 million views since it’s release.

4. Top 10 Kiyomi Compilation

This video including cute facial gestures and a lot of self-pointing took over the internet with a storm and lead to every girl and boy out there trying to pull of the Kiyomi!

5. Nora Danish gwiyomi as requested. Enjoy!!

Malaysian actress Nora Danish took upon the requests of fans to upload a video of her doing the gyiyomi and the video hit over 1.8 million views since it’s release in April, 2013.

6. 中学生谈恋爱 Students Fall In Love

This adorable clip of high school students surviving each other and falling in love definitely caught the attention of many as it has hit over 1.8 million views in the past 10 months.

7. Angry Birds Toy Surprise Jake and the Never Land Pirates Disney Pixar Cars 2 Easter egg Spongebob

Disney Collector’s video of celebrating Easter with surprises from Disney toys was a big hit amongst YouTubers as it reached over 66 million views.

8. PSY 싸이 – GENTLEMAN 젠틀맨 Waveya 웨이브야 cover dance

This clip of the five-girl dance group known as Waveya covering PSY’s Gentleman was without doubt a big hit with many.

10. Gwiyomi Malay (Malaysian) Style Yang Cute Gila 키요미

This rendition of the Gwiyomi done by a very cute Malay girl won over the hearts of many. Her video has received over 1.3 million views since April, 2013.


Local Telegram Group Put On Blast For Spreading Women’s Nudes & Child Porn

Social media has been blowing up recently with netizens putting a local telegram group called “V2K” on blast.

Apparently, the group has been sharing unsolicited photos and videos of girls; while also selling child pornography to its users.

Word got around quickly after user @_nsyakinah exposed the telegram group on Twitter. She mentioned in a previous tweet that her photos had been shared within it multiple times without her consent.

“V2K” has been noted to not only distribute pornographic content, but also photos of girls who are not wearing clothes. In this case, a screenshot showed users in the chat requesting leaks (nudes, sex tapes, etc.) and phone number after another user posted a picture of a girl in normal clothes.

An anonymous source told a local portal that the content in the group include – pornography, non-consented nudes, non-consented sex videos, bestiality videos and social media profiles (e.g.: Instagram). It also contains child pornography and hacked CCTV footages, both of which are paid content.

The chat group previously had around 38,000 users but the numbers have been declining after details of the group and names of certain members went viral. Not long after that, they created a new backup group, “V2K Backup”, which has garnered over 1,000 members.

Following the revelation, users around the internet are outraged and disgusted by the existence of such groups. Here are some thoughts from netizens around Twitter:

Seems like the only suitable torture for the men in V2K group pic.twitter.com/AXWc30ayBm

— privacy pussy pasta (@harshaall_23) September 30, 2020

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has been notified of this issue and the police are currently investigating this case.

“I received the information last night so I have asked my officers to investigate this issue. There were no police reports but we have taken the initiative to carry out an investigation on these accounts,” Bukit Aman Sexual, Women and Child Investigations Division (D11) principal assistant director Siti Kamsiah Hassan told Malaysiakini.

“’V2K’ isn’t the only porn group. There are so many that exist, like ‘Vitamin for Testicles’ and ‘Selfie Vandi’ and the list goes on. All with more than 10,000 of them inside,” another victim named Joanna Joseph revealed.

“I got harassed by a bunch of men, had about 500 calls, had them video calling with their privates out and so much more. It was traumatising,” she added.

Don’t be afraid to call out or take action against people you know that engage in such activities. These deviant behaviour shouldn’t be tolerated nor ignored.

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Hype’s Movie Review: #WonderWoman May Be The Best DC Movie Yet

It may have taken the DC Extended Universe a few tries, but the studio has finally produced a good old-fashioned superhero flick with Wonder Woman’s solo adventure.

Although audiences got to watch Gal Gadot’s electrifying cinematic debut as Wonder Woman in last year’s “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice”, not much was revealed about her origin story. In “Wonder Woman”, fans will get to watch Diana’s transformation from naive warrior to iconic female heroine.

Following a quick prologue in modern-day Paris, the story whisks us away to Themyscira, the hidden island of the all-female Amazons. Living on the lush paradise sheltered by Zeus, the tribe of athletic, leather-clad female warriors all live in a bubble, oblivious to the world of men and the first world war raging outside.

During a story-telling session, Diana’s mother, Queen Hippolyta (played by Connie Nielsen), explains how Zeus created the Amazonians in order to thwart the evil plans of Ares – the god of war. She also shares how Diana, being the only child on the island, was sculpted from clay.

Despite her mother’s initial protest, chief field general Antiope (played by Robin Wright) personally takes Diana under her wing and trains her. By the time Diana reaches adulthood, her fighting skills are almost unbeatable although the female warrior has yet to realise her full potential as a demi-goddess.

Trouble in paradise comes when a plane piloted by American spy Steve Trevor (played by Chris Pine) crashes into the ocean just beyond the island’s shores. After a bizarre battle between the German men with guns and the women armed with bows and arrows, Diana is compelled to enter the world of men.

Although the Themyscira sequences were thoroughly enjoyable, the film truly takes off as we follow Diana and Steve’s journey together. Gadot and Pine’s onscreen chemistry as a couple is undeniable.

Upon arriving in London, we get to see the outside world through Diana’s wide-eyed bewilderment and curiosity. Her magnetic expression is endearing and audiences will sympathise her naiveté in regards to her black-and-white concept of good and evil.

One of our favourite scenes is when Wonder Woman decides to take things into her own hands when she decides to climb out of the trenches. Clad in full superhero costume, she confidently walks into German gunfire. Director Patty Jenkins does a commendable job in framing Diana as an agent of power. Amid the whirl of slow-motion mayhem, Wonder Woman’s personality remains intact.

As writer Joshua Yehl points out: When Wonder Woman leaps high into the air and hits like a truck, the level of visual craft is impressive. It was also astonishing to watch Wonder Woman attacking with her sword and lasso and then defending with her shield and bracelets the next moment. Gadot’s face lights up as Diana tests her limits while saving the day.

“Wonder Woman” falters slightly in the final act, where its climatic battle tries and fails to outdo itself with deadening CGI overkill. We felt that the movie should have followed the earlier sequences when it relied mostly on stunt work and Gadot’s charisma.

The film also struggled with its major villain. Although the character’s presence was felt throughout the movie, his characteristics and motivations were underdeveloped (it’s a common issue with most comic book films). Having said that, the real antagonist here is perhaps war and the universal evil of mankind.

All in all, “Wonder Woman” is leaps and bounds ahead of the other DC movies. Because it was almost entirely free of distracting cameos, the central focus remained on the titular character. It’s essentially an origin story about a woman determined to save a war-torn world with the power of love.

At the end of the day, we can all relate to Wonder Woman because she has ambitions as well as imperfection. She experiences happiness but also sorrow. She fights her own battles, and more importantly, no one tells her what to do.

If you’re wondering whether “Wonder Woman” has any extra scenes after the credits, you can find out here.

“Wonder Woman” opens in cinemas nationwide on 1st June 2017.

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CONTEST: Heineken Thirst Tix Giveaway!

The biggest party of December is just around the corner – and no, we’re not talking about Christmas. We’re talking about Future Sound Asia x Heineken Thirst 2012! Yes, you know the one. The one featuring some of the world’s biggest electronic dance music (EDM) acts such as Above & Beyond, Avicii, Justice, and Brodinski, just to name a few.

Not forgetting the ultimate highlight of the festival, a huge sculptural centrepiece in the form of Robert James Buchholz’s Wish, fresh from its appearance at this year’s Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas, a 17-metre high installation consisting of three LED lit flowers that pulse in time to the music.

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And it’s all thanks to our friends from Heineken that FIVE of you will be taking home ONE PAIR of Heineken Thirst 2012 tickets worth RM158 each. It’s only apt since the Heinekabanas and early bird tix have already all sold out. Really, who needs to make a beeline for the tickets when you could win ‘em off us, right?

And then, you wait! Most creative tweets will stand a chance at snagging ’em tix off our hands. So get cracking, peeps.


#Malaysia: Nude Games Participants Slapped With RM5,000 Fine Each

Remember the “nudist sports games” video in Penang that went viral a few years back?

According to The Star Online, the 4 contestants – 3 women and a man – who previously claimed trial but changed their plea, were each fined RM5,000 for taking part in the “Malaysia-International Nude Sports Games 2014 Extravaganza”.

The aforementioned event showcased 18 nudists aka “naturists” participating in physical activities such as nude body painting, race running, skinny dipping in the sea, and strolling along the beach; all these while out in the open naked. Many considered this to be a lewd activity, and this in turn landed the participants in the middle of controversy and in trouble with the law.

Chan Chia Wen, 29, Chew Tok Hua, 59, Teh Guan Hoon, 39, and Kong Meng Long, 40, admitted to the offence when the case was brought up last Friday. Balik Pulau OCPD Supt Lai Fah Hin told the publication that all 4 Malaysians were released upon paying their fine.


#RumourMill: Is Lady Gaga Getting Married? For Real?

What? Rumours are going crazy that Lady Gaga has major plans to marry her long-time boyfriend, Taylor Kinney soon? They (media outlets) say “soon” but what they really mean is this summer – which is not more than three months away.

Lady Gaga (real name Stefani Germanotta) began dating Taylor Kinney two years ago, in the summer of 2011 (summer, too! How apt!) after Taylor appeared in her “You and I” music video. You may remember Taylor Kinney from his role as “Mason Lockwood” from popular TV series, “The Vampire Diaries”.

As for what’s up with word about the upcoming nuptials? Well, the wedding rumours first began when Lady Gaga’s close friend, DJ Starlight told the UK’s Sun that the pop superstar confessed to her that Taylor was “the one” and that they were looking at summer nuptials when both their schedules are clear. According to Sun, DJ Starlight apparently said, “From all I’ve heard, I don’t think I’m dropping a secret by saying they are ready to get hitched this year”.

Having said that, other sources are now stepping up to say that the rumours aren’t true. So should we consider that nothing more than hearsay and that Lady Gaga and Taylor Kinney aren’t getting hitched anytime soon?

Darn. We were really looking forward to the dress and the wedding ceremony though. It’s Gaga, after all.


G-Dragon Returns To Social Media After Almost 1 Year Since Enlistment

Make way for the king: BIGBANG’s G-Dragon (권지용) is back. Well, sort of.

The 30-year-old K-pop star surprised fans yesterday (Monday, 11th February) when he posted a series of screenshot images on his personal Instagram account. According to Soompi, they were taken pages of Nietzsche’s works.

For those curious, the chapter titles translate to “How to live” and “Bet on not your country’s ideals, but your ideals.” Funnily, the BIGBANG leader also included a screenshot of a phone lock screen of presumedly the date and time he posted the images up.

This is the entertainer’s first Instagram update since 25th February 2018, which was the date before his enlistment. If you remember, the singer had to undergo surgery after he was admitted to a hospital. G-Dragon is scheduled to discharged later this October.

Before are the fan translations to G-Dragon’s recent post:

Translation of @IBGDRGN update on IG pic.twitter.com/WatA996zze

— 💘LoveOnly💕 (@LuvMore_HateLez) February 11, 2019

G-Dragon has since deleted the aforementioned Instagram post.

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(UPDATE) “The Hobbit: The Battle of The Five Armies”: New Poster + Teaser Trailer Released!

The Hobbit fans, you are in for a double treat!

After teasing the fans with a 15-second long pre-teaser trailer, Warner Bros has surprised the fans once again with a new poster and a teaser trailer for “The Hobbit: The Battle of Five Armies”.

As compared to the first poster, released during SDCC 2014, the new poster is less scary as Bilbo Baggins (played by Martin Freeman) is seen kneeling while holding his sword, Sting. However, the accompanying headline, “The Defining Chapter”, does make it sound a little sad.

On top of that, we had to watch the teaser trailer with a heavy heart as it started with Bilbo’s monologue:

“One day I’ll remember. Remember everything that happened here – the good, the bad, those who survived and those that did not.”

Pippin’s song, which was previously featured in, “The Lord of The Rings: Return of The King”, was used as the background music of teaser trailer and it perfectly depicts the heartbreaking scenes that we can expect to see from the final film of “The Hobbit” trilogy.

Let’s not forget that the film is expected to include an epic battle between the 5 armies and the Orcs as well as Smaug the Dragon. The Elven king Thranduil (played by Lee Pace) will be involved in the war too as he will be leading his Elven force to run after the Orc chieftain Azog and his army.

What surprised us the most in the teaser was when the eye of Sauron was shown briefly in the teaser trailer as well. Just in case you don’t remember (although we don’t see a reason why), the eye of Sauron was featured in “The Lord of The Rings” trilogy as an evil force ready to rise and become the next biggest threat in the Middle-Earth.

So, it’s a really short teaser trailer but we are more than happy to have been given a sneak peek into the film. We just can’t wait for its release!

Since this is the last “The Hobbit” film, did you find yourself having to hold back your tears while watching the teaser trailer? Because we did.

Meanwhile, “The Hobbit” cast e.g. Martin Freeman and Benedict Cumberbatch will return to their Sherlock TV series for a Christmas special next year. Sir Ian McKellen, on the other hand, will portray an elderly Sherlock Holmes in the novel-turned-film “Mr Holmes” (originally title: “A Slight Trick of the Mind”).

The battle between the five armies has officially begun! After releasing a rather emotional teaser trailer of “The Hobbit: The Battle of Five Armies (as seen above), Warner Bros. has now released the official main trailer.

Although Benedict Cumberbatch’s Smaug is the main antagonist, the focus is still on the battle started by the stubborn Dwarves king, Thorin (played by Richard Armitage). Why didn’t Bilbo (played by Martin Freeman) try to stop him, you ask? Of course he did! But he failed to prevent him from doing so because Thorin wants war.

Get a sneak peak of the film by watching the trailer below:

Can’t wait to watch the film already? We know, right?

“The Hobbit: Battle of Five Armies” is slated for release 17th December.

For more information, visit the movie’s official Facebook page!

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Teen Choice Awards 2012 Winners!

This year’s Teen Choice Awards saw big winner “The Vampire Diaries” clean-sweeping a total of five surfboard-shaped trophies. Not that we’re biased but, yay! Well done to one of our favourite TV series!

The series bagged Choice Awards for “Sci-Fi/Fantasy TV Show” (beating “True Blood”, “Supernatural”, and even “Fringe”), “Sci-Fi/Fantasy Actor” Ian Somerhalder, and “Sci-Fi/Fantasy Actress” Nina Dobrev, to say the least.

Also, our favourite TV talk show host and comedian, Ellen DeGeneres (the great!) walked away with a Teen Choice Awards 2012 surfboard for “Choice Comedian“. Well, well, whaddya know? She was our choice too!

Other big winners include Taylor Swift (not surprising), One Direction (not surprising), and he-whom-everyone-wants-as-a-boyfriend, Justin Bieber (even more so not surprising!). Find out if any of your favourite stars walked away with this year’s surfboards too:

Choice TV Show — Sci-Fi/Fantasy: The Vampire Diaries

Choice TV Actor — Sci-Fi/Fantasy: Ian Somerhalder

Choice TV Actress — Sci-Fi/Fantasy: Nina Dobrev

Choice TV Male Scene Stealer: Michael Trevino

Choice TV Female Scene Stealer: Candice Accola

Choice Hotties: Miley Cyrus & Ian Somerhalder

Choice Music Group: Selena Gomez & The Scene

Choice TV Show — Drama: Pretty Little Liars

Choice Movie Actress — Sci-Fi/Fantasy: Jennifer Lawrence

Choice Male Scene Stealer: Liam Hemsworth

Choice Movie of the Summer — Comedy or Music: Katy Perry’s Part Of Me

Choice TV Breakout Star Female: Hannah Simone

Choice Breakup Song: Payphone by Maroon 5

Choice Female Movie Star of the Summer: Kristen Stewart

Ultimate Choice Award: The Twilight Saga

Choice Movie Romance: The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part 1

Choice Movie Actress Romance: Kristen Stewart

Choice Female Country Artist: Taylor Swift

Choice Single By A Female Artist: Eyes Open by Taylor Swift

Choice Country Song:  Sparks Fly by Taylor Swift

Choice Single By A Male Artist: Boyfriend by Justin Bieber

Choice Male Music Star of the Summer: Justin Bieber

Choice Movie Actor — Sci-Fi/Fantasy: Josh Hutcherson

Choice Liplock: Josh Hutcherson & Jennifer Lawrence

Choice Movie Sci-Fi/Fantasy: The Hunger Games

Choice Summer Music Star Group: One Direction

Choice Music Breakout Group: One Direction

Choice Love Song: What Makes You Beautiful by One Direction

Choice Actress In An Action Movie: Zoe Saldana

Choice Actor In An Action Movie: Taylor Lautner

Choice Summer Movie Star Male: Chris Hemsworth

Choice Female Music Star of the Summer: Demi Lovato

Choice Breakout Artist: Carly Rae Jepsen

For more information, visit their official website.

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#Deadpool2: Ryan Reynolds Reacts To Josh Brolin Being Cast As Cable

After months of speculation and rumours, “Deadpool 2” has finally found its Cable in Josh Brolin.

But wait, isn’t the 49-year-old actor playing another well-known character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Although he’s already playing supervillain Thanos in the forthcoming “Avengers: Infinity War”, that didn’t stop him from notching the role of Deadpool’s time-traveling friend.

Brolin will join “Atlanta” breakout star Zazie Beetz (who will play his love interest, Domino) in the “Deadpool” sequel along with the Merc with a Mouth himself, Ryan Reynolds.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Brolin has signed a 4 picture deal to portray Cable in “Deadpool 2” and presumably other “X-Men” movies such as “X-Force” and a possible 3rd “Deadpool” instalment.

Thanks to fan art maestro BossLogic, fans are now able to have an exclusive look at what Brolin might look like as Cable. The visual concept shows the actor in cropped grey hair with a torn armoured torso and strapped yellow work pants.

In case you didn’t know, Cable, who appeared on Marvel’s “New Mutants #98”, is the son of Scott Summers (Cyclops) and Madelyne Pryor (a clone of Jean Grey). This piece of history most probably won’t be brought up in “Deadpool 2” as the focus may centre on the polar opposite personalities between Cable and Deadpool.

Not long after the official announcement was made, Reynolds took to Twitter to poke fun Brolin’s casting. In true Deadpool fashion, he tweeted a funny photo featuring a cup of latte with Brolin’s face alongside a condom with all of the Gold Girl’s names on it.

The fuck, Fox! You can't play 2 characters in the same universe!! Josh Brolin was in Sicario and I was in Sabrina The Teenage Witch. pic.twitter.com/AQCRp1aWKg

— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) April 12, 2017

Josh Brolin never even crossed my mind for Cable but he's actually a great choice

— Guy Incognito (@chlosaphine) April 12, 2017

If Eddie Murphy can play a whole fat family in 1 movie Josh Brolin can play 2 Marvel Characters in different movie franchises #CalmDownNerds

— Couch Crumbs (@Couch_Crumbs) April 12, 2017

20th Century Fox: We need someone to play Cable

— GOAT Movies 🎥 (@GOATMoviePod) April 12, 2017

It appears that the majority of people are genuinely excited to watch Brolin take on the role of Cable.

“Deadpool 2” is currently slated for release in March 2018.

Sources: E! News, Comic Book, USA Today.

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The Lion King: Jacky Cheung & Beyoncé To Sing Duet For Chinese Market

What happens when Cantopop King and Queen of Pop come together? Magic.

That’s what fans are expecting now that it’s been announced that Jacky Cheung (張學友) will be adding his vocals to “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” that features Beyonce. The iconic song is taken from the soundtrack of Disney’s “The Lion King” (獅子王).

Fans are already calling this the “collaboration of the century”. As you may know, Beyonce voices the role of Nala in the live-action “Lion King”. “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” was originally sang by British pop icon Elton John. The song won best original song at the Oscars and Golden Globe Awards. The legendary singer also won Best Male Pop Vocal Performer at the Grammy’s that year.

While we patiently wait for the Chinese version to drop, the English duet between Queen Bey and Donald Glover (who voices Simba) has already been released. Feel free to listen to the official American version below:

“The Lion King” premieres in local cinemas 17th July 2019.


Stratosphere Presents BEATMILITIA 1st Year Anniversary Party

Partygoers – are you ready to party Beatmilitia style?

Kuala Lumpur based movement and independent platform Beatmilitia was designed as a collaboration tool for all aspiring talented DJs and producers. Extraordinary militants of musical maestros infused with passion and desire to educate the masses, the movement aims at delivering only quality music and services that is more than just a regular night out by combining concept, themes and music.

Now, Beatmilitia is turning one and in order to celebrate this milestone, the people behind Beatmilitia will be throwing a celebration party at Stratosphere, The Roof on May 30th (Saturday). This one of a kind party will include limited time VIP members only free flow from 4pm to 6pm, a barbecue session, an awesome view from ground zero and great music.

Featuring Arzuk, A-Marq, Adam Khan, Adib, Saintz, Shaheed Naz, Proxy and Aishah Wilkinson, the celebration will also be joined by guests DJs including Victor Trixter, Made Faceless and Blastique. VIP entry are only for registered members via Beatmilitia’s website, in which cover charge will be waived from 4pm to 7pm.

Admissions: RM35 (after 7pm & non members)

Drinks promo: 2 x Glenmorangie/Belvedere bottles: RM688

For more information, check out the Facebook event page.


Did A Local TV Show With 50 Celeb Juries Flout SOPs During Filming?

A local singing contest known as “All Together Now Malaysia”, which has just officially broadcasted its first episode on Astro RIA and Astro Prima over the weekend, has become a hot topic of conversation among netizens online for all the wrong reasons.

In the 2-hour long show, a total of 50 jurors are responsible for judging the performances of the competing contestants. Among the local celebs who participated include Dato’ AC Mizal, Erra Fazira, Jaclyn Victor, among others.

Due to this, a lot of netizens have been taking to Twitter to vent out their frustration, as the country is under the Movement Control Order (MCO) to curb the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic. Not only that, others also claimed that most of the juries on the programme didn’t wear face masks and failed to practice proper social distancing.

However, there were a few commentators who pointed out that the programme has been recorded before the implementation of the restricted movement order in Malaysia, to which a netizen remarked, “Did y’all know? When it comes to entertainment programmes, they allow up to 50 people. But for mosques, they only limit to 12 people.”

50 orang, kalau jemaaah masjid ni meriah.. Daripada 12 orang je yg dibenarkan.

Tapi yelah..HIBURAN LAGI PENTING DI DUNIA. pic.twitter.com/8ajA0zKzCM

— Dean of Deen (@Mulut_Cabai) June 7, 2021

Tahukah anda bila tang hiburan juri saja 50 orang. Bila tang masjid dia limit 12 orang. pic.twitter.com/iFaR4WUyVq

— Fakta Bukan Auta (@FaktaBukanAuta) June 7, 2021

In response to several allegations left by netizens, Astro has since clarified that “All Together Now Malaysia” was recorded earlier on 3rd March up ’til 11th April 2021, way before the implementation of RMCO.

In fact, during the recording, the production team has ensured those who are involved in the programme to comply with all the guidelines of the current RMCO SOPs issued by the NSC and MOH. Check out their full statement below:

For those who don’t know, the original format of the singing show was supposed to feature 100 juries. But due to the current situation happening in our country, the number was reduced to 50 people.

In addition, it’s also understood that the program has actually been postponed twice from its original release date.

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Contest: Win An iPad Mini From HotelsCombined

Travellers, we have something exciting in store for you!

In conjunction with the recent MATTA Fair season, HotelsCombined, the world’s leading hotel comparison website, wants to give away an iPad Mini 2 to our readers/fans! We all know there’s nothing better than going on a holiday, but the downside is all the organisation you have to do beforehand can be a headache. An iPad Mini will help you stay organised while you plan your adventure, and stay connected while you’re seeing the world.

It’s a platform that compares all the top travel sites in one simple search. All you need to do is type in your destination and travel dates, and HotelsCombined does all the work for you by searching the hotel deals on sites like Expedia, Hotels.com, Agoda, Booking.com, Getaroom, and many more.

Sounds good, right? So, how can you win?

We’ll contact you via e-mail if you’re the winner. Good luck ;)

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For Picture-Perfect Nights; vivo Unveils Its New vivo V25 Pro Smartphone!

Tech and phone enthusiasts, gather around, for we have some exciting news to share! Yesterday (Tuesday, 20th September), vivo unveiled the highly-anticipated addition to its stylish V25 series – vivo V25 Pro! Those who are interested in photography and videography will definitely enjoy this phone!

The new smartphone has been designed for users who express themselves through photos and videos, especially at night. The vivo V25 Pro will give users the power to explore their creativity with its flagship-level camera, powered by high-performance, and energy-efficient hardware.

“With the new V25 Pro, it continues to embody the V series concept and provides users with fresh tools and features. Users can capture the best moments in life with their family and friends anywhere, any time with intuitive camera technologies while expressing their creativity and emotions through the unique colour-changing design,” said Mike Xu, CEO of vivo Malaysia. Here’s all the new smartphone has to offer with its camera:

That’s not all! vivo also introduces its new vivo TWS Air; a lightweight wireless earbuds designed for music lovers. The new earbuds offer superb sound quality, noise cancellation, and 4.5 hours of music playback on a single charge.

The new devices are available at all vivo concept stores, authorised dealers, vivo Malaysia’s official E-Store and vivo Malaysia’s official flagship stores online.

Also, from 24th September – 23rd October, those who purchase the V25 Pro are entitled to receive free gifts worth up to RM697, including a Foome TWS Earbuds worth RM199, 1-year extended warranty worth RM199, and 1-year screen crack protection worth RM299!


First Southeast Asia Disneyland Theme Park To Open In Melaka?

Theme parks are one of the many places you can go to make memories with your loved ones. It’s fun for the whole family and it’s also a good place for a date with games, rides, attractions, and surprises! Who would want to miss out on any of these? Of course, one of the most popular theme parks in the world would be Disneyland.

Those who grew up watching Disney movies dream of going to a Disneyland park somewhere in the world. The closest to us would be Hong Kong or Tokyo Disneyland. Not everyone can afford the trip but, that could all change as word on the street is: Malaysia is getting our very own Disneyland! But is this true? Let’s find out.

It’s been reported that the state of Melaka will be home to Disneyland’s first theme park in Southeast Asia. According to a news report by TV3, the plans for the park are still in the early stages. It is said that the Disneyland park will be built at Jasin, Melaka although the exact location has not yet been disclosed by State Tourism, Heritage and Culture Exco member, Datuk Muhammad Jailani.

Not only will Melaka supposedly be the home to this Disneyland theme park, but it was reported that the park will be the largest theme park in Southeast Asia. The ambitious project is expected to cost around RM2 billion and be completed in 2027. “It will further improve our target to increase the target of 20 million tourists within three years and return to the original track of 18.7 million tourists that we have achieved in 2019,” said Datuk Muhammad Jailani.

The news of Disneyland being built here in Malaysia may sound exciting, but it also raised concerns among netizens as there was no official announcement from Disney themselves. Although it was ‘officially’ announced after signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the proposed project, no Disney representatives were present during the press conference which made netizens question the legitimacy of the news and we know just how strict Disney can be when it comes to announcements.

According to Geek Culture’s sources, the news is apparently untrue as Disney currently has no plans to build another theme park. The media outlet also pointed out that there were no official Disney representatives present when the announcement was made and even mentioned that Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse mascots would always make an appearance for any Disneyland announcements, which they didn’t during the MoU press conference.

At the time of writing, there has been no official statement from either Disney or the State Tourism, Heritage, and Culture Exco members regarding the alleged fake news. What do you guys think? Is the news fake or was it all just a complete misunderstanding?

Sources: TheRakyatPost, Geek Culture, Twitter, TV3

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Interview: Pedro Pascal & Bella Ramsey Were Explicitly Told To Stay Away From “The Last Of Us” Video Game

Gamers are anticipating the release of “The Last Of Us”, the 9-episode HBO Original drama series that is based on the popular video game by Naughty Dog exclusively for the PlayStation platforms. Set in a post-apocalyptic future, “The Last Of Us” follows a smuggler named Joel, who is tasked at helping 14-year-old Ellie across the dystopian country. Over the course of they journey, this duo forms an unlikely bond and must depend on one another for survival.

Lead actors Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey recently shared what drew them to “The Last Of Us”, why they were given specific orders to stay away from video game, and which shoot stood out to them during production. At the end of shooting, the 47-year-old actor even wrote a sweet message to his 19-year-old costar. “Pedro wrote a little card to me at the end, saying, ‘How interesting that something so huge and life-changing should happen so early in your life and so late in mine.’ I thought it was a really sweet observation and I just had the best time,” Bella was quoted as saying.

Q: Why did you want to make “The Last Of Us”?

Pedro Pascal (PP): At the start, I would have to say that it was Craig Mazin (Writer and Executive Producer) and HBO. I hadn’t heard of the game before I got the job. But the first couple of scripts were given to me and I thought they were astonishing. It was very revelatory to find out that the source material was an immersive video game experience. Because of Craig’s scripts, meeting Craig, and knowing the level of quality storytelling that HBO is capable of, were the primary reasons. And then it was nothing but gift after gift.

Bella Ramsey (BR): The scripts were the best I have ever read, and it became like a spiritual experience reading them. When new ones came out, I would have to be on my own in a place where no one could talk to me, and I’d just digest them. It was so good! It really felt like I was transported away for an hour and I think that will translate perfectly onto screen. People will be transported watching it, and it was a really cool opportunity. I did a self-tape for my audition and about 98 percent of the time, I do an audition and forget about them. I develop a disassociation with tapes. But with this, it stayed in my mind. I really wanted to do it because it was such a cool story with such great creators. I was aware of the videogame although I hadn’t played it, and it seemed like a really cool thing to be a part of. It was great to work with incredible collaborators, including Pedro Pascal!

Q: Bella, did you choose to avoid playing the video game so as not to be influenced by Ashley Johnson’s performance?

BR: Yes. In a Zoom call I did with Craig and Neil [Druckmann] (Writer and Executive Producer), they asked if I had played the video game. I said I hadn’t and they said, ‘Keep it that way,’ because they wanted to protect me and they didn’t want me to feel I had to copy the game and Ashley’s iconic Ellie. Also, I think there was an element of trust that they put in us. Craig and Neil have said that Ashley and Troy [Baker, who played Joel in the game] did not have a reference of how to be Ellie and Joel; they were just Ellie and Joel. I felt like Ellie was part of me already; she was one of my skins. I did disobey orders a bit and watch some of the gameplay because it was so good. With the game they have created these amazing movies, essentially, and I thought they were fantastic. It was helpful to have that reference.

Q: Pedro, are you a gamer at all and, if so, have you picked up a PlayStation controller now you’ve finished shooting the season?

PP: I was under the same orders. Craig asked if had played the game. I said I hadn’t and he said, ‘Keep it that way’, to me, as well. But I went behind his back and asked to be sent a PlayStation by Naughty Dog! I attempted to play the game with my nephews and they lost their patience and took the console away from me. I don’t have the thumb-skill but I did love the experience and I am grateful to my lack of skill because I feel I wouldn’t leave the house, because it’s such an immersive experience — especially as the further you go, the more the story unfolds. I find that fascinating. For me, it was like studying any other source material although in a very unique way. I needed it to marry myself to the tone and to draw inspiration from Troy Baker and Ashley Johnson’s work, and also what Neil Druckmann and the team at Naughty Dog had achieved, visually and tonally. It provided essential puzzle pieces for me to go into this adaptation, which was so beautifully created.

Q: Had you both watched the “Planet Earth” episode where Cordyceps invades the body of an ant?

PP: I remember that the first script I received began with the David Attenborough piece. And I remembered having seen that, and the way that it started with the power of the ants that move like a collective field across nature, devouring everything in their way, and the only thing that defeats them are the fungi. And it would use their bodies as hosts to continue spreading the fungi. It’s so clever to use that as a way to get into such a familiar genre.

BR: I’m not sure I’d seen that documentary but when we started filming I watched [Louie Schwartzberg’s film] “Fantastic Fungi” and found that incredible. I do remember the ant thing in the first script. It was so cool and scary.

Q: How much did you enjoy shooting the action sequences, Bella?

BR: I love stunt stuff! I think if I weren’t an actor, I’d like to be a stunt performer. I like pushing myself, physically, so it was cool. At the beginning I was told there would be some stunt stuff but not too much. Then it did turn into quite a lot and I loved getting to fight in a controlled environment where no one got hurt. It was the perfect situation. Actually, I did get a little hurt! I was very much thrown into it. There wasn’t a ton of training. For the set pieces we’d do a few hours of rehearsals before we got on set. But there were some instances where I was just told to do something and that was the best way for me because I wasn’t overthinking it. The delusional trust put in me was really helpful!

Q: How important is the humour between Joel and Ellie to lighten the tone and to help bond their relationship?

PP: It’s a good job we’re not in the same room now because of our ability to laugh uncontrollably! Maybe because the subject matter is so dark, the humour between the two characters is a softening of a very calcified character as the straight-man. And for us, going into the subject matter we’re dealing with and living with, it was a way for Bella and I to bond — through lots and lots of laughter.

BR: There was too much laughter at times; it was painful! Ellie almost immediately starts chipping away at Joel and being sarcastic and trying to make him laugh and fails most of the time. She is relentless and the moment she does make him smile for the first time, that’s a great achievement, making this grumpy-guts laugh. It’s a really sweet part of their relationship.

Q: What would be an especially fond memory of the shoot?

PP: For me, it is those attacks of the giggles. I start to think about what I hear being suppressed in Bella’s throat, like a fungal disease the contagiousness of the laughter was brutal. We’d be on a mountain, among corpses, among monsters…

BR: While talking about our characters’ dead family members! It would start as a little giggle and then would really grow! Another thing that comes to mind was one super long day — you weren’t there, Pedro — and it was physically and emotionally taxing. I loved it in a very masochistic way! That was one of my favourite days despite how tired I was. It felt so good to be satisfied with what I’d done.

“The Last Of Us” premieres at HBO GO on 16th January (Monday).

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Frozen 2: The Mystical Kingdom Of Arendelle Is Actually A Real Place

Creating a fictional world can often be difficult. So in order to lighten the load, most writers tend to base their fictional world on somewhere real. We can see evidence of this in works like “Beauty And The Beast”, where it was based in France.

It’s not hard to imagine that the mysterious kingdom of Arendelle, found in the “Frozen” franchise, is also based on someplace real. So now the question lies, where exactly does the kingdom takes its inspiration from? If your guess is the Norwegian city of Arendal, then you are correct.

By now you can already see the similarities between the two’s name, one being Arendelle and the other Arendal. But the similarities doesn’t stop there, as the hotspot is also located at the shoreline. Both of them are known for being a port in their own region.

In addition, the Norwegian city used to be a popular hub for ship building, timber trade and mining, all of which we can see traces of in the Disney fictional kingdom. Architecturally, the building and castles of Arendelle were also heavily inspired by Norwegian culture with the Norway Stave Church being a major influence.

However, the look and feel of the kingdom was actually based on another Norwegian city named Bergen, which is in the more western part of Norway. Disney has even set up a tour guide to Norway in connection with “Frozen” where their website states that Bergen’s wharf, a UNESCO Heritage Site known as Bryggen, “is the specific inspiration for the setting of Arendelle.”

So with all this talk about the Kingdom of Arendelle, why not experience the setting for yourself once again in Disney’s “Frozen 2”, that is out in cinemas now. Check out the trailer for the Disney sensation here:


Louis Yuen, Wong Cho Lam, & Johnson Lee Will Be Performing In KL

Ready to laugh your socks off? Louis Yuen, Wong Cho Lam, and Johnson Lee will be making a pitstop in Malaysia to bring some laughter to our local audiences.

Dubbed as the “Fuk Luk Sau” (福祿壽), this Hong Kong legendary comedic trio will be bringing their “Fuk Luk Sau 10th Anniversary Concert” to Axiata Arena in less than 3 months time. Mark your calendars peeps, the date is 2nd June 2018.

Ever since Louis Yuen, Wong Cho Lam, and Johnson Lee made their debut in the Hong Kong variety show, “Liza and the Three Gods”, with long time veteran Liza Wang as the host, their careers have taken off. Many fans enjoy being entertained by their silly yet funny antics when they’re in front of an audience.

You may also remember these well-known stars from the 2011 comedy film, “The Fortune Buddies (劲抽福禄寿)”, “Fun with Liza and Gods”, “Liza and Gods Anniversary Charade” as well as “Acts of God”. Expect a lot of comedic performances such as imitation of renowned artists, parody song performances and comedy gags through out their upcoming show.

Brought to you by Jazzy Group, the details to the “Fuk Luk Sau 10th Anniversary Concert” Live in Malaysia are as follows:

You may refer to the seating plan below:

For more information, dial up 03-56221600 or visit Jazzy Group’s website.


Ellen DeGeneres Wins Mark Twain Prize!

Dressed in her trademark blazer, sweater, and slacks, popular TV host and internationally renowned comedian Ellen DeGeneres arrived at Washington D.C.’s Kennedy Center with a purpose. What purpose, exactly?

She had arrived to become the 15th recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.

The Mark Twain Prize has been awarded to some of America’s greatest comedians, including Richard Pryor, Billy Crystal, Whoopi Goldberg, Steve Martin, Bill Cosby, George Carlin and Tina Fey. Will Ferrell accepted the award last year.

The night highlighted some of the most important and funniest points of Ellen’s career, including her 1997 “coming out” moment on the sitcom Ellen, Dory’s whale speech in Finding Nemo, The Ellen DeGeneres Show scare montage:

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Plus a few of her hilarious stand-up specials and her famous 1986 “Call to God” performance on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. She was the first female comedian ever to be invited to Johnny’s couch for an interview.

When asked if she was happy about the Mark Twain prize, Ellen replied, “Yep, I’m happy!”.  But it was her acceptance speech that melted our hearts:

My parents were divorced when I was young and my mother was sad a lot and I just wanted to make her laugh. I had no idea there could be a career in making people happy. I tried everything. I shucked oysters, I painted houses, I sold vacuum cleaners, I was a court runner. But there was always a voice saying you should be doing something different, and it was usually by my boss and I was being fired…I never could have imagined my life ending up this way.

Aww, Ellen. You’ve come a long and far way and you know what we think? No one’s going to dispute this win anyway because after all, you are every celebrity’s (and our) best friend! We love you, Ellen DeGeneres. Congratulations!

To show her some love, hit her up via her Twitter account.

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#MalaysiaBoleh: Queen Elizabeth II To Honour Malaysian With Young Leaders Award

Founder and director of Refuge for the Refugees (RFTR) Heidy Quah has been recognised by Queen Elizabeth II as an exceptional young person for her work in supporting refugees in Malaysia.

The Queen’s Young Leaders Award celebrates exceptional people aged 18-29 from across the Commonwealth, who are taking the lead in their communities and using their skills to transform lives. Winners of this prestigious award will receive a unique package of training, mentoring and networking, including a 1-week residential programme in the UK during which they will collect their award from Her Majesty The Queen.

In September 2012, Heidy established RFTR, an NGO which aims to help raise awareness about the state of refugees and provide aid to refugee schools in terms of education and sustenance. At that time, Heidy was barely 18 years old.

According to the RFTR Facebook page, “Refuge for the Refugees (RFTR) started off as a project in June 2012 with a simple wish – to help a certain refugee school stay open. Refuge for the Refugees (RFTR) is a Non-Governmental Organization started by a bunch of 18 year olds passionate about living life to the fullest and making every single day count by putting others before ourselves, placing their needs before our own, touching lives and making a difference wherever we are, however we can and whenever we can.”

In a statement issued by the programme coordinators today, Heidy said she was delighted to have been chosen for the award. “I hope to expand my role as a youth advocate and spokeswoman for refugees,” she added.

The 23-year-old will be representing Malaysia in the UK as she receives her award from the monarch at a ceremony at Buckingham Palace in London on 15th June 2017, Thursday (UK time). She will be among 60 outstanding young leaders from Commonwealth countries whom will receive the award.

So inspiring! Much love and congratulations, Heidy. You’ve made Malaysia so proud.

Sources: FMT, NST, The Queen’s Young Leaders / Featured image: Heidy Quah’s Instagram.


#Malaysia: New Kuala Lumpur Logo & Tagline Can Still Be Adjusted, Says Mayor

On 25th April (Monday), the Kuala Lumpur Tourism Bureau and City Hall launched a brand new identity for Kuala Lumpur to showcase our city’s “contrasting heritage, diverse attractions, as well as its multi-cultural and multi-religious society”.

Now known as “a city of contrasts and diversity”, the new brand for Kuala Lumpur also embodies 3 other attributes: exciting, surprising, and enticing. Along with the announcement came the unveiling of Kuala Lumpur’s new logo:

As seen in the image above, the logo features “KUALA LUMPUR” in greyish lettering with a drop shadow. It also includes the words “exciting.surprising.enticing” and “A City of Contrasts & Diversity” below.

Alas, it was met with negative response from horrified Malaysians and netizens, who poked fun at the design and the words used to describe Kuala Lumpur. “Please don’t do this to our beautiful city,” said one Facebook user. “Did they use Microsoft PowerPoint or Microsoft Word to create this? I can do the same in less than 5 minutes!” said another.

In responding to the online criticism, Mayor Datuk Seri Mhd Amin Nordin Abd Aziz said that the idea was not one person’s as it was discussed by all members of the Kuala Lumpur Tourism Bureau who are stakeholders in the tourism industry. Mhd Amin also added that the logo and tagline for Kuala Lumpur can still be fine-tuned.

“It is a start. We still have plans on the promotion of the logo. It will take years to firm up the logo. We are open to improvement, the colour can be changed, anyone who has ideas to improve the logo please do pass the proposal to me so I can table it to the bureau,” he told reporters after attending the Corporate Integrity Signing and Pledge Ceremony with Kuala Lumpur City Hall Contractors here today (28th April, Thursday).

Well, you heard the man. If you’ve got better ideas for a logo and tagline to best represent our beautiful city, you know where to send them in! Visit the Kuala Lumpur Tourism Bureau’s website for more information or e-mail them at enquiries@kltourismbureau.com.my.


Hype’s Now Playing : Taeyeon 태연 – I (ft. Verbal Jint)

SONEs, we now know why you’d think that SNSD Girls’ Generation member Taeyeon is a goddess!

She literally looks like a beautiful angel sent from heaven in the music video for “I”, the title track off her solo debut album of the same name.

After releasing a bunch of teaser images and a music video teaser, SNSD’s talent agency SM Entertainment finally debuted the music video for the title track from Taeyeon’s debut album.

Filmed in Auckland, New Zealand, the music video featured one version of Taeyeon enjoying the scenic views of the countryside while another version working hard as a waitress, who’d later become fed up with her boss and storm out of the restaurant-bar.

Korea’s renowned rapper Verbal Jint is also featured in this medium tempo pop track.

According to AKP, Taeyeon was involved in writing the song that has “electronic guitar sounds and an aggressive drum beat”. The lyrics are about “the feelings she kept hidden about being in the spotlight and her hopes for the future”.

A total of 6 songs are included in Taeyeon’s first mini album, “I”. The full track list is as follows:

Take a look at the visually pleasing music video for “I” below:

“I” will be released offline on 8th October. Taeyeon will also have her first solo album debut stage on 8th October through “M!Countdown”.

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How Crazy Rich Asians Crew Helped In Carcosa Seri Negara Restoration Work

Did you managed to spot the various local hotspots in “Crazy Rich Asians”? One of the standout moments was seeing Malaysia’s Carcosa Seri Negara transformed into the fictional home of the colonial-like Tyersall Park mansion.

The historic building was previously in bad shape, but thanks to the crew of “Crazy Rich Asians”, the venue was left better than before filming took place.

A producer from Petaling Jaya-based company Biscuit Films, Magen Appathurai, was responsible for pitching Carcosa Seri Negara as the backdrop to Nick Young’s grandmother’s giant mansion.

“The movie producer Tim Coddington called and showed me pictures of mansions in Thailand. He asked if I could find any locations like that in Malaysia?” Appathurai recalled. “I said we had more in common with Singapore in terms of food, language and the way we looked. It would make more sense to try and create Singapore in Malaysia.”

Ultimately, the “Crazy Rich Asians” producer forgo Thailand and the production company spent more than 5 weeks filming in Malaysia. Approximately 120 local crew members were involved in the process.

KK Tan of the Asian Heritage Museum (AHM) recently told Free Malaysia Today that Carcosa Seri Negara hasn’t been properly maintained for quite some while. “It is baffling that the previous tenant failed to understand the significance of this place at all. Nothing comes close to this heritage site,” Tan was quoted as saying.

So when the “Crazy Rich Asians” cast and crew came to film last year, Tan revealed that the Hollywood team actually helped them in reducing their workload by repairing and cleaning up various locations at the site.

The goal is now to turn Carcosa Seri Negara into a regional peace museum and cultural centre. “Our aim is to turn Carcosa into an Asian peace museum to fight extremism and cultural terrorism, while Seri Negara will be transformed into an arts, culture and nature centre,” Tan added.

Curious to know what other locations in Malaysia were used in “Crazy Rich Asians”? Click on this link here.


#AirAsiaGo: AirAsiaGo.com’s Exclusive 24-Hour Promotion Starting 29th February

Attention all travellers planning a trip to Thailand!

AirAsiaGo.com announced the exclusive “BUY 2 NIGHT, PAY FOR 1 NIGHT RATE” promotion, offering a free night stay with a minimum 2 nights stay per booking at selected hotels in Thailand, specially for its customers.

Beginning from midnight on 29th February 2016 for up to 24 hours only, AirAsiaGo.com will be offering this remarkable booking promotion to the most exciting holiday hotspots in Thailand, such as Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi, Chiang Mai, Hua Hin, Koh Samui, Pattaya, and Hat Yai. Travellers, who are planning holidays with friends and family to these locations from 15th May 2016 to 30th October 2016, should not miss out on this opportunity! Deals available at here.

Good things come in pairs and AirAsiaGo.com is also offering free flights to last minute travellers who will be travelling between 1st March 2016 to 30th April 2016, to favourite destinations such as Ho Chi Minh City, Singapore, Shanghai, Osaka, Sydney and more! In order to enjoy this exclusivity, travellers only need to purchase their holiday as a complete package (flight + hotel) here, starting from 28th February 2016 to 6th March 2016.

Hit up AirAsiaGo now to plan and book your perfect trip! :)

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Fall Out Boy To “Save Rock & Roll”

In 2009, merely a few days after their greatest hits album, “Believers Never Die” was released, Fall Out Boy announced that they were going to go on a hiatus. No one knew it they were just simply on a break or worse, if they were going to be gone forever. The official word from bassist Pete Wentz was that the group was not breaking up and not on an “indefinite hiatus” but clearly, it wasn’t enough to stamp out rumours about the band.

Especially not when each member of Fall Out Boy decided to branch out on his own, releasing solo albums, forming rock supergroups, dabbling in other genres, and writing books. Yes, writing books. Pete Wentz got busy penning a novel, apparently. (Source)

Now, the boys (Pete Wentz, Patrick Stump, Andy Hurley, and Joe Trohman) has finally reunited! All you Fall Out Boy fans can breathe again. On 4th February 2013 (Monday), the quartet shared the details of their upcoming fifth studio album, “Save Rock And Roll” and a reunion tour that will kick off in their hometown of Chicago.

Pete Wentz also tweeted the following, which includes a link to their comeback single, “My Songs Know What You Did In The Dark (Light ‘Em Up)”:

Fall Out Boy’s album is slated for a 7th May 2013 release. Time to “Save Rock and Roll”, indeed!

For more information, visit Fall Out Boy’s official website.

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#Penang: Uber Driver Allegedly Harassed Female Passenger; Gets Beaten By Her Husband

A video of an Uber driver getting beaten by a group of men at Paya Terubong in Penang has gone viral on social media.

Multiple reports claimed that the driver was bashed because he sexually harassed a Vietnamese passenger who rode his car from Lintang Paya Terubong to Jalan Argyll at 4pm on Tuesday (6th June).

Apparently, the driver pulled up by the roadside and took off his pants to show his private parts to her. The woman also claimed that he pulled her hand and place it on his crotch. She later told her husband about the ordeal.

Angered by the driver’s inappropriate actions, he and his friends confronted the driver near the same spot where he had picked up his wife the next day (Wednesday, 7th June). The driver, who is currently receiving treatment at the Penang Hospital, was violently assaulted by around 10 men.

In a statement, George Town OCPD Asst Comm Anuar Omar said that the suspect sustained injuries on the head, arm, and left leg. Besides that, his car was also damaged during the incident. The case is being investigated under Section 354 of the Penal Code for use of criminal force with intent to outrage modesty.


Hype’s Now Playing: Ailee – Mind Your Business

Despite sustaining an injury recently, Ailee is back!

The Korean-American singer just released her first full album titled, “VIVID”, something that her fans have been looking forward to for quite awhile now.

Charismatic Ailee (real name 이예진) is no stranger to the South Korean entertainment scene, as she has been praised for her flawless vocals. For “VIVID”, she even dished out her writing and composition skills!

“VIVID” comes packed with 10 songs of varying genres such as pop, rock ballad, R&B, ballad, and more. The first music video off “VIVID” is a track titled, “Mind Your Own Business” (너나 잘해), also the title track of her album.

“Mind Your Own Business” is a fast-paced song and in the music video, Ailee can be seen embracing her inner bad girl, leading a team of girls to destroy a dude’s car, presumably in revenge. She later goes on to get caught by some ridiculously hot police women, dons the orange jumpsuit, and gets thrown into jail.

This was the same music video that where a prop fell on Ailee’s foot, resulting in a foot fracture. Watch it below:

Ailee will make her “comeback stage” on M! Countdown on 1st October, following performances on Music Bank, Show! Music Core, and Inkigayo.

Besides “Mind Your Own Business”, she will also perform “Insane” on the shows.


Psst…Chris Hemsworth Is Visiting Singapore On 25th May

First Robert Downey Jr. and Benedict Cumberbatch, now Chris Hemsworth too?

Get excited ladies (and Marvel geeks), it looks like the Thunder God, Thor, himself will be making a pitstop to the Lion City. It was only last month when his “Avengers” colleagues were in Singapore. However, the Aussie actor won’t be focusing on “Avengers: Infinity War” while he’s in Marina Bay Sands.

Organised by HFC Prestige International Singapore and Sephora, you can stand a chance to win a meet-and-greet session with Hemsworth by purchasing any Hugo Boss Fragrance (75ml and above) at any Sephora Singapore store. The duration is from now till 22nd May (Tuesday).

50 lucky winners will be selected and the announcement will be made on 24th May (Thursday), a day before the anticipated event. The minimum age required is 18 years old. A completed entry form with a valid receipt attached is also required when submitting into the designated Entry Box available in all Sephora stores in Singapore and Hugo Boss Atrium site.

The last time Hemsworth was in Singapore, it was back in 2016 where he promoted “The Huntsman: Winter’s War” with Jessica Chastain and Oscar-winner Charlize Theron. You can take a look at their Universal Studios Singapore red carpet photos here.

The details to the “Chris Hemsworth Hugo Boss” event in Singapore are as follows:

For more information, hit up Sephora’s page.

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YG Entertainment’s CEO Reveals New Girl Group Plans

YG Entertainment CEO Yang Hyun Suk recently revealed in a blog post that the company will take a different approach when it debuts its new girl group, reported Korean media.

Instead of adhering to the usual practice of introducing the group as a whole, before allowing the members to develop their individual music careers – like it did with boy band BIGBANG – Yang expressed that the company will do the opposite for its new girl group, which is expected to debut in October.

Yang said “one or two members” will be introduced first, in order to “gradually gain acceptance from the public” before the group makes its debut. The 43-year-old showbiz veteran also revealed that the group members’ average age is 17 and that they are “fluent in a number of foreign languages”, making them well-equipped for overseas engagements:

When will YG’s new girl group make their debut?

“We are planning October for YG’s new girl group’s debut. The group has been preparing for a long time at YG – their debut is YG’s first one in 4 years since BIGBANG’s debut in 2006 and 2NE1’s in 2009. The trilingual members are fluent in Korean, English and Japanese. Despite their young age, an average of 17 year old, they are arousing deep attention not only in Korea but also overseas.”

“The project initially started off with a plan of 10 or more members in the group, but throughout the years there has been a fierce competition among tens of tryout singers and now remain 6 members. Unfortunately Yuna Kim, who was discovered on Superstar K, had to be excluded from the team for personal reasons. However, Eunbi Kim, a contestant from the same program, remains as one of the 6 members.”

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What is the promotional tactic of the new girl group?

“We are adopting a debut method that is utterly different from the conventional debuting ways that was applied to other YG girl groups. From October, we will be debuting one or two members at a time to see whether they are apt for the public. When we can see that the audience likes them, then we will move on to forming a proper group. BIGBANG’s all five members, on the other hand, made a debut as a group and then started working on their own work. It will help you understand better when I say that we are going the completely opposite direction with YG’s new girl group. In a nutshell, each member makes a debut first, and then they will come together to form a group.”

The as-yet-unnamed girl group is YG Entertainment’s first since the formation of its successful K-pop quartet 2NE1 in 2009.

Meanwhile, BIGBANG’s leader G-Dragon is slated to perform in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 22nd June 2013 (Saturday) as part of his first solo world tour (OOAK). 2NE1’s leader, on the other hand, is currently promoting her first solo single.


(UPDATE) #ZoukKL: Beatship Presents Paul van Dyk, Aly & Fila, & Andrew Rayel

You haven’t seen a Zouk Club Kuala Lumpur event as massive as the one that we’re going to tell you about in recent times, we bet!

The last time they did a show outside of their “homeground”, it featured young DJ/producer superstar Martin Garrix and it was met with an overwhelming response. That simply cued Zouk KL to do more, with greater and bigger artistes on the bill for an event of our dreams.

And perhaps the superclub did hear our desperate calls because look what just cropped up today:

In a milestone event on 23rd October, global nightlife brand Zouk Kuala Lumpur and lifestyle cruise Beatship will present a collaborative gig, which marks the first of the regional strategic partnership.

Beatship is operated under Genting Hong Kong, a leading global leisure, entertainment and hospitality enterprise. Beatship is a new, all-inclusive, one-of-a-kind party and DJ event experience onboard Star Cruise’s SuperStar Virgo. The concept combines the very best party elements and a nightout at the club, where global DJs and performers converge, set against the backdrop of the South China Sea.

The 23rd October event in Kuala Lumpur will be held at the indoor arena KL Live at Jalan Sultan Ismail, and it will present headlining acts Paul van Dyk, Andrew Rayel, and Aly & Fila – all of whom are current top ranking DJs. The trio will be supported by one of KL’s best musicians – BATE and Chukiess & Whackboi.

The debut collaborative gig is expected to sellout, drawing some 3,000 revellers.

* Tickets will also be made available for purchase at Zouk KL from 14th September onwards.

** Tables are priced between RM1,500 and RM6,000 each, with a selection of spirits to choose from.

For more information, hit up Zouk Club Kuala Lumpur’s website or Facebook page.

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2 Men Tried Everything To Save An Elderly Woman From Drowning

Sometimes you do everything you can, and it still isn’t enough.

Two men had to watch an elderly woman drown in her car after they tried everything they could to save her.

A 70-year-old woman was said to have driven her silver Perodua Kenari off a ramp near the Satok Suspension Bridge in Sarawak. The incident occurred on Wednesday around 10.30am. The car sank 15m deep into the river. Two men were present at the scene in their boat. According to them, they were there to clean the river. When they saw the sinking car, they rushed over and tried to save the driver.

“My partner and I tried to open the car door to rescue the old woman, but all four doors were locked; we had no tools to break the window,” one of the men, who identified himself as Bonnie, said. “The old woman saw that we had failed and sent us a signal to stop saving her, but we did not give up.” Bonnie and his friend tried using a rope to pull the car out of the water instead. The rope broke and they could only watch as the car sank.

The state’s Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) received a distress call about the incident around 10.30am on the 24th, but could not confirm the number of victims as the caller was unsure. The Padungan Fire Station deployed 14 firefighters and rescuers. The victim’s body was retrieved at 1pm after the car had been located.

The elderly woman had apparently lost contact with her family after going out that morning. They launched a missing person notice but it was too late. The elderly woman had already passed on. According to The Borneo Post, Kuching police chief ACP Awang Din Awang Gani assured that the police are investigating the matter.

We pray the victim’s family finds peace and we commend the two men for not giving up and doing what they could to try save the woman’s life.

Sources: China Press, The Borneo Post, The Star


(UPDATE) #GSCinemas: Kris Wu Yifan’s “Somewhere Only We Know” To Get Malaysian Release?

Kris Wu Yifan‘s diehard fans will be glad to know that his first movie, “Somewhere Only We Know“, will be brought into Malaysia by our friends from GSC Movies! GSC Movie Sdn Bhd is Malaysia’s leading independent movie distributor with the largest variety in movie entertainment. They also distribute non-mainstream and award-winning films such as The King’s Speech, The Fighter, Slumdog Millionaire, and Departures to cater to the more discerning viewer.

More recently, they announced that they’ll be screening “Naruto: The Last” at selected GSC outlets nationwide.

“Somewhere Only We Know” (有一个地方只有我们知道) is an upcoming 2015 Chinese romantic drama film directed by Xu Jinglei. The movie will be based on the romantic endeavours of a career woman and star other rookie actors, although ex-EXO member Kris will play the male lead. Filming started on 24th June this year in Prague, Czech Republic, not long after Kris filed for lawsuit against SM Entertainment. Kris also penned and recorded a song titled, “There Is A Place” for the movie.

The main “Somewhere Only We Know” cast consists of:

In case you missed the teaser trailer, watch it here:

“Somewhere Only We Know” is expected to be released on Valentine’s Day 2015.

But wait, on to the bigger news! As mentioned above, GSC Movies will be bringing the film to Malaysia. We know this because GSC Movies posted up several “teasers” on their Facebook page, indicating will be able to watch it after all ;)

The first teaser was posted on 21st Jan:

While the second was posted on 23rd Jan:

Note: Both teasers’ captions quote the movie.

No further details about the “Somewhere Only We Know” screening has been released as of yet though. One thing’s for sure – Malaysian fans of “galaxy fanfan” will definitely be able to watch him in action in his first ever film ;)

Finally, it has been confirmed that “Somewhere Only We Know” will be shown in Malaysia!

However, according to GSC Movies’ Facebook page, the movie will only be shown for a week this Valentine’s Day. GSC has not released any details about the movie showtimes yet and it is unclear if the film will get a limited release in Malaysia.  As of now, it’s confirmed that the movie is slated for release on 12th Feb 2015 and it will be shown until 18th Feb 2015.

For more information, hit up GSC Movies’ Facebook page.

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Jesus In Bed With Statue Of Liberty Goes Viral

There are funny and witty ads that people get but won’t get mad at because the ads make sense, and then there are funny and witty ads that hit people where it hurts most. Sorta.

This one shows the iconic Rio de Janeiro’s enormous statue, Christ the Redeemer, in bed with the Statue of Liberty. Not just any bed – some seedy motel bed from the looks of the neon signage. It looks very..”after-cuddly”, if you know what we mean. And is that a cigarette in Jesus’ hand?

The poster is purportedly an ad for Ukraine International Airlines (UIA) and it carries a tagline that reads, “Make The World Closer”. For the non-believers, it’s easy to grasp the idea within seconds of viewing because, oh you know, statues. Icons. Countries.

But for the more heavily religious people i.e. the people in Ukraine, we see an uproar rising. In fact, as we speak, the image is already going viral, making stops across several social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook) and being shared by various sites:

Psst. Don’t worry, we found out that the ad is fake and definitely not commissioned by the airline. It was done by creative director Aleksandr Bozhko for an awards show. Mr. Bozhko is now trying to get the poster removed from the internet.

What? Get a poster that has gone viral off the internet? You must be new around here. Good luck. Oh, and good luck with UIA too.


#ALSIceBucketChallenge: “My Dear Kiko”, The Other G-Dragon Video

The G-Dragon + Kiko Mizuhara rumours have once again surfaced. Perhaps by fluke this time too.

Over the weekend, the K-Pop idol boy group (BIGBANG) leader released 2 public Instagram videos of himself taking on the #ALSIceBucketChallenge, joining the league of South Korean celebrities and idols who have done the same. As expected, those videos garnered over 300k likes in the span of just a few days.

However, while they continue to gain traction across news platforms around the world, another video has caught the attention of G-Dragon fans and VIPs (as BIGBANG fans are lovingly called) alike. Now heavily circulated on the interwebs, the video shows someone who resembles the idol doing the “Ice Bucket Challenge”. He clearly stated in the video that it’s his second time taking it on and nominated 3 other people to do it too.

The people that he nominated are “Yoon noona”, “Yuka-chan”, and “My dear Kiko”. Fans believe that obviously “Yuka-chan” refers to Kiko’s younger sister, Yuka Mizuhara. No prizes for guessing who “My dear Kiko” refers to.

In case you didn’t know, Kiko Mizuhara, real name Audrie Noriko Daniel, is a Japanese model and actress of American/Korean descent (her father is American and her mother is Zainichi Korean) based in Tokyo. The idol and the model have long been rumoured to be in a relationship or to have been in a relationship. They’ve been spotted on numerous occasions.

The leaked video was found on what fans think was G-Dragon’s personal Instagram account which has since been deleted when he realised that it was uncovered by probing eyes. Alas, before it was taken down, fans managed to quickly grab a screen shot of it:

By the way, Kiko Mizuhara has a private Instagram account too.

This is of course not the first time that his privacy was invaded. In fact, G-Dragon has always been a target for “sasaeng fans”, judging from his previous experiences including that one time when they turned up at his doorstep – literally.

The fact that G-Dragon and Kiko Mizuhara (aka “JiKo“) have been spotted on numerous occasions from as far back as 2009/2010 is also another reason why their relationship/non relationship has always been a hot topic among fans. From being noticed at restaurants to amusement parks, to G-Dragon’s birthday parties as well as somewhere in Vegas, the rumours of their dating scandal are nothing new.

His “hyung”, Danny Im (of YG Entertainment’s hip hop group 1TYM) also made a brief mention on his show, “Danny from LA” in May this year. He broached the subject while he was talking about social media going a little too far and confirmed that G-Dragon and Kiko did date. Coming from Danny, who happens to be from the same label as BIGBANG and G-Dragon, it automatically made the piece of information a little bit more credible than what was previously seen/read/heard on the grapevine.

What, you don’t believe us? Watch the below video from the 2:32 mark onwards:

That being said, despite being seen in public a few times, the duo have adamantly denied dating, insisting that they were just “good friends”. G-Dragon, especially, have been quite consistent in saying that Kiko is friends with all of BIGBANG, not just him.

If the above “leaked G-Dragon Ice Bucket Challenge” video is indeed authentic, then do you think that “My dear Kiko” was just a term of endearment from a good friend to another? If they really are dating then should they just come out to admit it like other idols have done in the past? Or maybe, just maybe, they aren’t really dating and that’s why there’s nothing to confess?

Let us know what you think in the comment box below!

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Legoland Malaysia: Is The Theme Park Going To Be Sold Off?

Wait what? Is the owner for Legoland Malaysia putting the theme park for sale?

Bloomberg reported that sovereign wealth fund Khazanah National Bhd is reportedly considering a sale of Legoland Malaysia Resort. So what gives?

As per Berita Harian, Khazanah (who owns Legoland Malaysia) was hit by their first deficit since 2005, losing approximately RM6.271 billion last year. In comparison, the sovereign wealth fund earned RM2.895 billion in profit the year before.

“Khazanah’s portfolio was affected by the uncertainty of the global economy in 2018 and less favourable growth prospects for emerging markets,” Managing Director Datuk Shahril Ridza Ridzuan was quoted as saying during Khazanah’s 2019 annual review press conference earlier today (Tuesday, 5th March).

Having said that, Khazanah may still decide to keep the attraction as there hasn’t been any decision with any party yet. “We are not in talks with anyone at this point of time. But, when we review our assets, we have to make sure that we are clear in our minds about the values attached to the assets,” Shahril added.

Located in Johor, Legoland became Malaysia’s first international theme park and Asia’s first Lego-themed park when it debuted in 2012. To date, it has several exciting rides such as Lego Ninjago The Ride, Aquazone Wave Racers, Dragon’s Apprentice, and The Great Lego Race VR coaster.

The theme park is “equivalent to over 50 football fields with more than 15,000 Lego models made from over 60 million bricks”.


8 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Miss Djakarta Warehouse Project 2018

What’s up party people? In case you missed it, Djakarta Warehouse Project, a festival which aims to bring the best music experience to the Indonesian grounds, will be back on December and we honestly can’t wait!

For its 10th instalment, DWP or rather, DWPX, is going to be bigger and better in so many ways that you could never even think of. It will be one of Asia’s most talked about musical events of the year, and we’re going to share 8 reasons on why you should get your tickets before it’s too late:

A post shared by Djakarta Warehouse Project (@djakartawarehouseproject)

First of all, let’s start with the stellar line-up. Although the festival mainly promotes electronic music, this time around, DWP welcomes RnB powerhouse The Weeknd who is scheduled to tour Asia at the time. *Cue happy tears* Who doesn’t love Abel, right? This will be the Canadian singer’s Indonesian debut, in which he will share the stage with various talented musicians the likes of Mura Masa, Bauuer, Major Lazer and many more.

This year, Djakarta Warehouse Project will expand the party from 8th to 10th December 2018, which means that festival goers will get to experience three full days of excellent music! However, DWP allows buyers to purchase separate daily tickets in case you’re super busy and couldn’t find the time to take three days of leave from school, work or life commitments.

We’re not sure if this is a common setting at international music festivals, but we certainly have never had an indoor stage arena in Malaysia. It is one thing to have a sheltered area for festival goers, but imagine going to a music festival that has AIR-CONDITIONED sections – it’s like heaven. The best part is, you don’t even have to care about rain, risk ruining your shoes in the mud or (for the ladies) getting your makeup melted by excessive sweating.

You read that right. Festival goers can expect to see an upgrade in DWP’s usual venue at JIEXPO Jakarta to the picturesque island of Bali, where it will be housed in a new home at Garuda Wisnu Kencana, Jimbaran. We can’t tell if this is a permanent change or a one time thing, but we sure are excited!

What’s more, you’ll be happy to find that you will not only get the best of music, but a chance to connect with spiritual vibes through Indonesia’s cultural icon, The Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK) statue. The showpiece is a gigantic installation depicting the benevolent Hindu god Vishnu riding on the back of the mythical garuda eagle.

So exciting! Here’s a little fun fact: The 121-meter tall sculpture was finally completed on 22nd September 2018 after 28 years of waiting, making it the largest building in Indonesia and the world’s second tallest.

Ask anyone who has been to Bali and they will tell you that Jimbaran is arguably best known for its beachfront seafood restaurants. If you’re worried about money, do some research online and a full fancy meal set with fish and lobster for two starts from around RM80, depending on which restaurant you visit.

Another jewel of Bali’s attraction are the beaches in Jimbaran which have amazing coastal ambiences, perfect for spending your festival mornings with your friends. Remember, a good trip is to surf at the beach, not spending all day surfing the internet.

If it’s anything that Bali is famous for, is it’s phenomenal nightlife. For those who wants to continue on to wee hours with cold beers and cheers under the stars after the festival ends, you can find luxurious bars to enjoy a bird’s eye-view over the heights of Bali’s southern Bukit peninsula basically anywhere around the city.

With that, if you wish to join in on the fun, do yourself a favour by visiting http://www.djakartawarehouse.com/ to purchase your tickets a.s.a.p! See you there ?

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#KLIAExpress: ERL Increases KLIA Express Fare From RM35 To A Whopping RM55

Bad news, avid travellers. It was just announced that the Express Rail Link Sdn Bhd (ERL) KLIA Express has gone up.

This was officially announced by ERL, who confirmed that it will increase the fare from the current RM35 to RM55 beginning 1st January 2016.

If you don’t know what the KLIA Express is, it’s a premium non-stop high-speed train/commuter service that connects KL International Airport(s) and the Kuala Lumpur city.

It’s also the fastest airport transfer in Kuala Lumpur, taking you right into the city in just 28 minutes, with 3 quick stops in between: Salak Tinggi, Putrajaya and Cyberjaya, and Bandar Tasik Selatan.

Naturally, people would favour it over other modes of transportations from airport to city for its speed, convenience, and above all, price.

But perhaps that’s about to change now that the KLIA Express fare is going to go up a whole RM20.

In a press release posted up on ERL’s website, ERL CEO Noormah Mohd. Noor said, “We structured our new fares with our customers in mind. We recognise that the rising cost of living is a challenge, and are working on ways to make more fare options available to our passengers. We will continue to find ways to reduce the impact without compromising our service and safety standards.”

ERL also stressed that the new rate is a “discounted rate” as ERL has been authorised to revise the fare to RM64 based on the terms of the concession agreement.

But not all hope is lost as Noormah went on to add, “We would like to give passengers new options to reduce their costs when they travel. We are working with our partners such as MasterCard to offer attractive discounts. For example, passengers travelling to the airport on KLIA Ekspres can pay as low as RM40 per trip, which is only RM5 more than the old fare of RM35.”

ERL is also currently in discussion to expand the list of discounts, including:

The KLIA Express increase is the latest in transportation-related hikes announced recently.

The hike is coming after revisions to KTM Komuter fares and toll rates in over 2 dozen highways in the Klang Valley. Let’s not forget the price hike for taxi and express bus fares earlier in April this year following the GST implementation.

And with more to come, we hear. Sigh. We really can’t recall the last time we were so badly hit by so many price hikes in just one year. Anyone else really feeling the pinch? :(


Joe Flizzow Sheds Light On Lyrics Controversy; Jay Park Apologises Over “Allah” Issue

After his name trended on Twitter yesterday, Joe Flizzow has come forth to clear the air on the controversy surrounding the lyrics of his song called “Twisted Dreams”.

According to Joe, the collab song with Jay Park, Jay Electronica and DJ Begun should not be made an issue. This is because the verse was actually sung by the American Rapper, who’s also a Muslim.

The former Too Phat rapper also clarified that the lyrics do not carry any evil meaning nor does it insult the religion. “I read a few comments about my song where they questioned why we (Joe and the producers) used God’s name. The answer is, Jay Electronica is a Muslim. It’s his right to use Allah’s name. Do not spread slander,” Joe remarked.

For those wondering, part of the lyrics in “Twisted Dreams” that sparked a major outcry among fans reads, “Stop for Allah. All we want is Salam Salam. But all these f**ckers givin’ out is haram haram.” “That’s not my verse,” the “Ciao” jam-maker explained. “I’m shedding some light on his behalf because he didn’t even know about this issue.”

He continued, “If we listen to rap songs, we have to fully read the content before making assumptions. In the lyrics, he said, “Astaghfirullah (I seek forgiveness in God), we just want to share our greetings with many people, but there are some people who give haram (forbidden) things. That’s it.”

At the same time, Joe (real name Johan Ishak) also informed that Jay Electronica is a brave international artist, aside from proudly talking about Islam in his songs. He also urged netizens to appreciate someone’s artistry and learn to see things positively.

“He’s brave enough to tell everyone that he’s a Muslim, even though we know there’s a lot of discrimination in his home country. Try to see the good before passing judgment on others,” the Mr. President was quoted as saying.

In the meantime, Jay Park has apologised for his lyrics in “Mukkbang (Remix)” after facing massive backlash from listeners. In a series of statements posted on his Twitter, he explained that he didn’t mean to offend or disrespect the Muslims, prior to clapping back at some of the haters’ “false narratives”.

“Everyone lives in different countries and has different cultures, languages and perspectives. Everyone takes things in differently depending on where you are, how you grew up etc. Words, symbols, mean everything to some, but for those who don’t know it’s just another word. It’s no one’s fault,” the “Again & Again” singer added.

Jay then explained, “Not everyone can know everything, and if a misunderstanding causes you to hate me, so be it. Best I can do is to apologise to those I offended and move on. Of course if it made u feel bad I apologise full heartedly. Definitely understand where ur coming from. I will be more mindful next time dear.”

However, the 34-year-old rapper had since deleted his original tweets in favour of posting a new apology letter to the Muslim fans who were offended by him. Read it here:

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#Godzilla2: Monster-Sized Announcements At #SDCC2014

It seems like the best 2014 San Diego Comic Con (SDCC) news happen in Hall H. Legendary opened their panel with a big, monster-sized bang, when they confirmed that, yes, the microscopic hint that we got at the end of “Godzilla” was meant to be there – they’ll be making a sequel to the movie!

Director Gareth Edwards, who is currently working on a standalone “Star Wars” film, greeted fans with a video message shot in San Francisco, thanking them for the “okay” box office returns of the first movie and their support over the past 2 years (the first announcement of “Godzilla” rocked Comic Con in 2012). He also joked that he was busy supervising the reconstruction of the city after Godzilla’s destruction.

But the biggest news to follow after the initial announcement?

During the same panel, Legendary revealed details on what Godzilla will be fighting in “Godzilla 2”. The monsters are none other than Rodan (a fictional Japanese mutated pterosaur) Mothra (a giant divine moth kaiju), and the most menacing of them all, King Ghidorah! What’s a King Ghidorah?

The confirmation came with a concept footage for “Godzilla 2”, which teases the monsters’ silhouettes, along with retro government footage of serious-looking meetings, accompanied by a voiceover calling for emergency meetings and disaster control. There’s also a nice tease to Directive 27.

One more massive drop: Legendary also announced that other monsters will appear in “future franchise instalments”, hinting that we could very well be enjoying an entire Godzilla cinematic universe and not just 2 movies:

Joining #Godzilla in future franchise installments will be several other classic monsters from Toho Co. #LegendarySDCC #SDCC

There are only so many tears of joy that a fan could cry!

Towards the end of the panel, Gareth Edwards said that he’s very much looking forward to direction “Godzilla 2″. As the timeline would suggest, he’d probably jump right into it after he’s done with“Star Wars: Episode VII”. No release date has been announced for “Godzilla 2″ yet but we’re thinking, if the “Star Wars” spinoff is due out in 2016, we’ll have to wait until 2017 at the earliest for “Godzilla 2”.

For more information, visit Legendary’s website or their Facebook page.


#TopGun: Val Kilmer Claims He Will Return As Iceman In Sequel

Is Val Kilmer returning to reprise his role as Iceman in the sequel to “Top Gun 2”? Well, not quite.

Best known for his roles in “Top Secret!” and “Real Genius”, the popular American actor has apparently been offered to star in the 2nd “Top Gun” film.

However, it seems like Kilmer was too excited that after he received a phone call from his agent, he confused his beloved fans by revealing it on his Facebook page that he would return as Iceman in “Top Gun 2”.

I just got offered #topgun2 – not often you get to say “yes” without reading the script.

Hours later, he updated the post by saying that the sequel is still a long way to go. “This has been talked about for a long long time and being offered a role is very different from doing a role. I jumped the gun with my post. I jumped the topgun… An innocent mistake,” he added.

Directed by Tony Scott, “Top Gun” is an American action drama film that was inspired by the article “Top Guns” written by Ehud Yonay for California magazine. It centres on Cruise’s Maverick, a young Naval aviator aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise. Along with his pal Goose (played by Anthony Edwards), he gets the chance to train at the Navy’s prestigious Fighter Weapons School at Miramar in San Diego, also known as “Top Gun”. There Maverick fights the attitudes of the other pilots and an old story of his father’s death in combat that killed others due to his father’s error.

The film was a box office success as the 1986 action flick, which was on a shoestring budget of USD15,000,000, grossed USD353,816,701 worldwide.

“Top Gun 2” is currently in development, but there’s no director attached to the project yet.

But what do you think? Will Kilmer return to the sequel as Iceman, for real? Leave your thoughts in the comment box below.

Sources: The Sydney Morning Herald, TheWrap.

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Marvel Is Looking For A Butt Double For A Certain Female Avenger

“Avengers 4” has wrapped its shooting, but apparently there will be some last minute reshoots needed, so Marvel Studios is currently looking for a body double or to be more specific – a butt double to fill in a certain female role.

According to a casting call post on  Georgia Central Casting Facebook Page, they are looking for a “Photo Double” who will work on an “exciting project” titled “Mary Lou” which was the working title of “Avengers Infinity War” and also “Avengers 4”.

****FEATURE FILM – Mary Lou****BODY/BUTT DOUBLEWorking multiple dates starting SeptemberLocation: Fayetteville, GARate: $125/10

Central Casting is looking for a Photo Double to work on this exciting… https://t.co/9QjYIn5v4K

— Central Casting Georgia (@CC_Georgia) August 14, 2018

“Looking for a female who appears to be Caucasian, 20’s-30’s. Height 5’2 – 5’4, Bust 32B – 32D, waist 25 – 27, hips 36 – 38, dress size 0-4. Hair color: BLONDE”.

Based on the description, fans have speculated that the body double will be standing in for Scarlett Johansson’s character, Black Widow as it requires the applicant to submit “full body shot of your back side (Wearing ALL BLACK, leggings or yoga pants- must be form fitting).”

However, some also speculated that the double could be a stand-in for Brie Larson’s Captain Marvel especially after fans compared the backside of Tom Holland to Brie Larson in a side-by-side shot, which has become a viral meme.

Meme by @powerliftingmotivation #imbalance #infinitywar #avengersinfinitywar #tomholland #spiderman #brielarson #captainmarvel #caroldanvers #peterparker #marvelstudios pic.twitter.com/Fc9ottgcSP

— Alternate Realms (@AlternateRealms) May 8, 2018

Aside from Larson’s less Marvel-ous bum, fans further pointed out that though Natasha had blonde hair in “Avengers Infinity War”, she went back to red hair in the promo art leaks for “Avengers 4” while Carol Denvers remains as a blonde.

But then again, it’s only a concept art so nothing is officially finalised yet.


#CrazyRichAsians: Rapper Awkwafina Lands Role In Movie Adaption

Oooh yeah! New York-born rapper Awkwafina (real name Nora Lum) will be joining the cast of Warner Bros.’s upcoming novel-turned-movie “Crazy Rich Asians”.

Based on Singaporean author Kevin Kwan’s best-selling novel of the same name, the film will be helmed by “Now You See Me 2” director Jon M. Chu with a script by Peter Chiarelli (from “The Proposal”) and Adele Lim (from “Lethal Weapon”).

Awkwafina is a YouTube rapping sensation and has released several singles such as “Yellow Ranger”, “Queef”, “NYC Bitche$”, “Mayor Bloomberg (Giant Margarita), and “My Vag” (a parody of Mickey Avalon’s “My D-ck”). Aside from rapping, she was featured in the 3rd season of “Girl Code” (2014) and made her movie debut in “Neighbours 2: Sorority Rising” last year. The star also voiced Quail on Warner Bros.’s “Storks” and will next be seen in “Ocean’s Eight” starring Anne Hathaway and Rihanna.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Awkwafina will be playing Goh Peik Lin, Rachel Chu’s (played by Constance Wu) kind yet generous shopaholic friend from Standford who comes from a rich Singaporean family.

“Crazy Rich Asians” centres on Nick Young (played by Henry Golding) and his girlfriend and fellow professor Rachel Chu. When the couple travels back to Singapore to attend his best friend’s wedding, his secret is out. Nick is from a family that is worth $13 billion and he’s perhaps the most eligible bachelor in Asia.

The film, which features an all-Asian cast, also stars Tan Sri Dato’ Michelle Yeoh as Nick’s controlling mother and Japanese-born British model Sonoya Mizuno as Araminta Lee, the future bride of Nick’s best friend.

Sources: Movie Web, The Hollywood Reporter/ Featured image: Kollaboration.

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