Miley Cyrus Blasts “Liar” Perez Hilton

Entertainment blogger Perez Hilton has been put “in his place” again after successfully angering tween queen Miley Cyrus. The young star apparently raged after discovering that Perez had accused her of cheating on her fiancé Liam Hemsworth with “Gossip Girl” actor, Ed Westwick.

On a side note, in a make believe world, being associated with Chuck Bass has never been good news, eh? We digress.

Perez claimed that Miley Cyrus was seen getting into a car with Ed outside a Los Angeles recording studio. Like almost every other piece of “breaking news” that the blogger posts, this one had no solid proof but quoted a “witness”. Miley, who clearly wasn’t pleased, took it to her Twitter account to publicly blast Perez. Her retaliation included calling him a liar and telling him not to f**k with her love life:

Obviously, it ain’t the first time that Perez has been blasted and shamed by a celebrity. He has always had a knack for making Twitterville explode with his unfiltered, false postings and name-callings. Tsk. Oh Perez.

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Interview: James Arthur On Wanting 2 Kids & Teases His Deluxe Album

If we mentioned James Arthur, a couple of his hit tracks would automatically come to mind – like “Empty Space”, or “Say You Won’t Let Go”. It’s undeniable that this talented singer-songwriter has produced quality tracks throughout his career.

The winner of the ninth season of the English competition “X Factor” has released his fourth album entitled “It’ll All Make Sense in The End” earlier this November. The album consists of 14 songs altogether. This latest record has a mixture of different genres and recently, we had the chance to chat with this talented soul about his new album and more.

1) Your album is titled “It’ll All Make Sense”. What made the most sense when you’ve finished this album?

“Just a feeling of pride — I feel very proud that I was able to follow through on the idea that I had for this album. The execution of the idea made me proud because I just wanted to set out to make an album that felt like a coherent body of work that had a sound to it. It would have felt like an experience that maybe people hadn’t heard from me before. In terms of the guitars and the rapid; just the overall mood of the album, I feel like it was achieved and that made me proud. And the songwriting is as honest as it can be. And I’m talking very openly about my life and how I felt at that time.”

2)  Your album cover is very unique; it’s you and a little boy in a world that has been destroyed. Maybe you could explain the idea behind it and the inspiration behind your album cover?

“Yeah, well, I just wanted to have this post-apocalyptic background. I felt like it was very fitting especially the way the world is at the moment. I just wanted to have chaos in the background. Because I think the moment between myself, and the younger version of (me), (have) to feel as intimate as possible, personal as possible and block out the noise.”

3) You wrote every single song on the album. How many songs did you write in total for this record? And was it hard to narrow it down?

“There was, I think, 78 songs, nearly 80 songs. They were all written in the space of like a few months. So,  there was like a song a day for quite a while. Yeah, always very hard, very difficult. It’s because as a songwriter, your songs feel like your children. They feel very personal to you. So to have to cut them and accept that the world won’t hear them, or that you can’t share them with the world. This is always difficult.”

4) This album was created in the comfort of your own home instead of in the studio, like you normally do. How different was the experience and did the environment have any effect on the end product of your album?

“Yeah, good question. I don’t know whether it means that the quality is any better or worse. All I know is that the process was much more enjoyable for me. I felt very comfortable and that allows you to be vulnerable and it allows you to be honest, and I enjoyed it a lot.

I enjoyed making this project. I felt more sense of control over how it was presented and perceived. So, I enjoyed it very much. I’d definitely work more like this moving forward now that the restrictions have eased, and I’ll always go work with other people and different studios, but I will always enjoy working in my own space more than any other. And I guess that’s it’s a good formula.”

5) What was it like filming for the music video for “Ride”?

“It was a lot of fun because as you can see there’s like sick cars in the video. Yeah, it was just a lot of fun, it was a different video for me, it was kind of like a hip hop video; something I’ve wanted to do for a little while. So, I was very pleased with it.”

6) Did you had any input in what went into the visuals?

“Yeah, always. I’ve said a long time ago I wanted to make a video for “Ride” and I wanted there to be cars lighting the set, you know? Dan Massie, who directed the video, he really brought the vision to life and made it look really, really aesthetically pleasing.”

7) One of your songs, “Emily”, is dedicated to your future daughter. What actually inspired you to write “Emily”, and what’s the significance of the name “Emily”?

“I was just thinking about what it would be like to be a dad. I think at the time, you know, during the pandemic, there wasn’t a lot to do but think and reflect and process and all that stuff. And I was writing music and I came up with the idea, because in my personal life, having a kid was like, actually something that could happen. So I had to think about that.

And I came up with the idea of writing a song to my daughter. And Emily was always a name that I always kind of joked about being my daughter’s name. I liked the name Emily Arthur. I thought it sounded cool. So yeah, I just thought well, let’s write a song for Emily. You know, whenever she is alive and kicking.”

8) The little girl that played your daughter in the music video was really cute as well. Was it easy to work with her?

“Yeah, she’s brilliant. And she was very, very excitable. So, whenever I would pick her up, she’d be like, “let me go higher! Let me go higher!” She was just really funny and she was great. She’s a natural on camera. She was a star.”

9) So, contemplating about starting a family and all, do you have any idea how many kids you want in the future?

“I haven’t really thought about how many I’d want. I would be very happy with however many God gave me, I guess. I’ll embrace whatever happens. I’d love at least one or two. Who knows. Let’s see how busy we get.”

10) Also, you have been releasing episodes called “Making Sense Of It All”. Have all the episodes been filmed? And how many episodes do you have in mind to release?

“I think there might be one or two left. I think there’ll be the behind-the-scenes from the “Ride” video that will come out soon. But I think that might be it. Maybe one more, and I’ll bring up a deluxe album next year. So, maybe the final episode will be with the deluxe album.”

11) For this record, did you manage to work with anyone new?

“I did. I got to work with some new producers and collaborators; Yami Bell, I got to work with Chris Loco, Max Wolfgang who agreed to work with. New collaborators, new friends. We tried writing songs together and it worked out great for me. I didn’t work with any other artists on this project. But I’ll be working with someone in the deluxe album, but I can’t tell you who yet.”

12) Since this album was filmed during lockdown, what did you learn about yourself during this past year?

“I learned that I can be anywhere in the world and create music, and do my job. So, I decided to move back to my hometown because I realised during the pandemic that I could do my job from home a lot of the time. Yeah, I just learned to exercise mindfulness a lot more, and to be in the moment much more, definitely.”

Talking to James Arthur has made us realise how much more brilliant he is in person! And did we hear about a deluxe album featuring other big names coming up next year? So exciting! We can’t wait to hear more masterpieces from him!

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Uke-Time at Chatime Galleria!

The Malaysia Ukulele Group (MUG) was form in 2010 by a community of ukulele lovers and enthusiasts based mostly in Klang Valley. Though the picking up of and the mastering of the ukulele is still a niche to many, the existing members of the MUG make it a point to meet up every month to jam.

Over “jamming sessions”, they’d practice, share tips and techniques, with select performances and showcases of new talent and songs.

Just last month, the MUG held their inaugural ukulele festival, coined as the “Malaysia Ukulele Day”. The event included ukulele workshops and performance in Titiwanga. It was attended by over 130 people, which is a lot, if you ask us, and it featured live-streaming of ukulele performance from abroad.

Last weekend, more than a dozen ukuleles found their way to Lot 10’s Bintang Terrace, at Chatime’s social and community café, Chatime Galleria.

Oh, and no, it wasn’t a rude invasion of any sort. They were there on the sunny afternoon for the Uke-Time event, organized by the MUG. It kicked off with a brief ukulele flashmob at the busy Jalan Bukit Bintang intersection with Foster The People’s “Pumped Up Kicks”.

Guests and ukulele enthusiast (some who came from as far as Seremban) to join in the fun in the sun, while sipping binging on Chatime beverages.

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Many passerbys who knew some of the songs by heart stopped to sing along. Way to lighten up someone’s Saturday, that’s for sure! Who knew that bubble tea an ukulele could bring people together with just one or a few songs? Right?

For more information, visit ChaTime Galleria’s Facebook page or hit up MUG’s website.


#ALSIceBucketChallenge: Korean Celebrities Have Done It Too!

We weren’t joking when we said the #ALSIceBucketChallenge has taken the world by storm because the Korean entertainment industry has now been bitten big time by the shivering ice bucket challenge bug!

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) aka Lou Gehrig’s disease is a fatal neurodegenerative disease that attacks the brain and the spinal cord. The disease is named after the former professional baseball player Lou Gherig who died at the age of 37 due to the ALS in 1941. Theoretical physics and cosmology professor-author Stephen Hawking and musician Jason Becker are some of the people who was diagnosed with the Lou Gehrig’s disease as well.

There is no cure for the ALS yet and guess what? ALS can strike just about anyone in the world and the chances of survival are inconsistent: 20% of people with ALS live 5 years or more and up to 10% will survive more than 10 years and 5% will live 20 years. Not many people were aware of the disease until former Boston College Baseball player, Pete Frates who has battling ALS since 2011, started the #ALSIceBucketChallenge with the ALS Association.

Since then, the campaign has gone viral as Facebook’s very own Mark Zuckerberg, some well-known celebrities and the members of the Marvel & DC Cinematic Universe have accepted ice bucket challenge to spread awareness about disease and raise money for the ALS Association. To date, the ALS Association has received over 31.5 million dollars in donations.

The challenge has now been passed on to the Korean celebrities and most of the donations has been made to Seungil Hope Foundation, a foundation founded by former basketball coach Park Seungil, who is a Lou Gehrig’s disease patient. Those who fail to do the challenge within 24 hours will need to make a donation of USD100 to the ALS Association. With that being said, check out some of the best #ALSIceBucketChallenge by Korean celebrities here!

Nominated: Jung Joonha, Kim Jaedong, and Park Myungsoo.

Nominated: Lee Kwangsoo, baseball player Jo Insung, and actor Lim Juhwan.

Nominated: Eric Nam, Simon & Martina, miss A’s Min,  Jackie Liu, @soyuri.

Nominated: Lee Sang Hwa, Yoo Yun Suk, and Kim Jong Kook.

Nominated: EXO’s Sehun, BoA, and Byun Yohan.

Nominated: f(x)’s Amber, Jenn Im, BTOB’s Peniel, U-KISS’ Kevin, Royal Pirates’ James, and Ailee.

7. Super Junior’s Siwon, Heechul, Donghae, & Eunhyuk

Nominated: Leeteuk, Shindong, Heechul, and Seung Il.

Nominated: SNSD Girls’ Generation’s Yoona, EXO’s Baekhyun.

9. Choi Ji Woo (of “Winter Sonata” fame)

Nominated:Yoon Seok Ho, Lee Byung Hun, and Lee Yeon Hee.

Meanwhile, BIGBANG’s leader G-Dragon celebrated his 26th birthday by donating 81.8 million won to Seungil Hope Foundation to build a nursing home for Lou Gehrig’s disease patients.

Previously, G-Dragon donated 50 million won to Seoul National University’s Children Hospital in 2011 in celebration of his birthday. It was reported that other artists from YG Entertainment has been making donation to Seungil Hope Foundation on regular basis as well. Here’s the list of Korean celebrities who have accepted and completed the #ALSIceBucketChallenge:

For more information, check out ALS Association’s official website to find out how you too can get involved!

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8 Reasons To Make Macao Your Holiday Destination with WeGo

As the holidays drift by, one’s head must be buzzing with locations to travel to. Why not take a visit to Asia’s answer to Las Vegas; the glorious party city of Macao. Known for their world-class entertainment and skyscrapers, the glitz and glam of Macao is not easy to forget.

The city’s cultural hybrid between its original Portuguese background to its current Chinese influence also adds to its uniqueness. Sounds pretty enticing, huh? Let’s get into why you should #ExperienceMacao on WeGo, the travel app for all your needs.

If bungee jumping has always been on your bucket list, why not go big and take a plunge from one of the highest points in the world? Macao holds the Guinness World Record for the highest commercial bungee jumping, which goes to show how legit it is! Standing at 233 metres high, a special cord and safety method were developed just for this extreme sport. So what do you say, ready for a leap of faith?

Not up for thrill rides? Get cultured for a change and drop by the Chapel of Our Lady of Guia to truly understand Macao’s Portuguese roots. Originally built in 1622, the structure is a testament to time as it retains almost 100% of its original Portuguese and Chinese designs! If this intrigues you, fret not about how to get to your destination; as the chapel is accessible by cable car from Macao’s biggest public park, Flora Gardens!

One of the most exciting events held in December. It’s also dubbed the ‘Mardi Gras of Asia’ due to its colourful celebrations. The parade is held to celebrate Macao’s handing over to China. Held on the 20th of December every year, the parade is quite popular among locals and tourists. It even featured over 1,700 participants in 2018! The crowd paraded through the city’s central streets from the Ruins of St Paul to Sai Van Lake Square.

What can be more beautiful than taking a stroll in the city of a foreign country illuminated by lights? The Macao Light Festival is guaranteed to be lit, if you catch our drift! One of the most highly anticipated events, the entire city of Macao will be drenched in colour against the backdrop of a starry night sky. It’s also a 2-in-1 as tourists get to experience both art installations while enjoying the view of beautiful lights! It’s also the perfect place to get your outfit of the night (#OOTN for you Insta peeps!)  for those memorable moments!

What is a city without its food? Macao, in particular, has an interesting history to it, as it’s home to one of the first ‘fusion foods’ –The Macanese cuisine! It’s even designated as Macao’s intangible heritage by UNESCO. There are tons of interesting and yummy foods to try, from their world-famous Portuguese egg tarts, their delicious Macao pork burgers, (and if you’re feeling adventurous) you could give stinky tofu a try too!

One of the beauties of Macao is that because of its size—everything is within a walking distance! If city tours are your thing, check out Wego’s Tour Package and take one of the Macao Walking Tours! As there are numerous historical landmarks to explore, what better way to get around the city than with an expert to explain the origins of the structures in front of you? A walking tour will really get you feeling like a local in no time, as you’ll be seeing the city’s hidden wonders while getting cultured!

Macao is such an easily accessible destination, transport shouldn’t be one of your worries at all! There are various entry points to get into the wonderful Macao. One of them is of course none other than the Macao Airport. However, if you want to opt for a different type of journey, there are options via land and sea! Try your luck with the frequent ferry services to explore a far-off hidden village of Macao or cross the Hong Kong – Zhuhai—Macao bridge!

Asides the abundance of activities that we already stated, there’s more to expect from Macao this December! Check out the official site for more information. So now all there’s to do is pack your bags and head on down to your next adventure!

While you do so, you might want to check out Wego to get the best deals on travels! Wego offers the best comparisons from airlines to hotels, so get your money’s worth before flying off to your dream vacation. Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Macao can be found here.

The Macao Government Tourism Office is also assisting in formulating the tourism policies of Macao to improve Macao’s reputation as a quality holiday destination. Visit https://www.macaotourism.gov.mo/en/ for more info.


Rocketman: Gay Sex Scenes To Be Cut From The Malaysian Version?

“Rocketman” recently premiered across the globe and it’s already received quite a bit of backlash.

The musical biopic, which is based on Elton John’s life, won’t debut in Malaysia until July but we can already foresee a similar negative response.

Just recently, it was reported that Russia’s censorship had cut all gay scenes from “Rocketman”. Any visuals involving men kissing, getting physically intimate, and partaking in drugs were removed.

Film critic Anton Dolin claimed that approximately 5 minutes were edited out. A photograph referring to the Grammy winner’s life with husband David Furnish and their 2 sons – Zachary and Elijah – were also reportedly cut out.

In response, John together with Paramount and actor Taron Egerton spoke out against the Russian distributors (who were responsible for the changes made). According to them, the biopic needed to “conform with the legislation of the Russian Federation” and to protect kids from “non-traditional sexual orientation”.

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Many who have watched the screening felt that cutting the sex scenes from “Rocketman” made it worse. The biopic focuses on John’s sexuality and private life, including his relationship with manager John Reid (played by Richard Madden).

The music icon revealed that he had to fight to make sure “Rocketman” was R-rated as the sex and drugs phase was essential to understanding his relationship with Reid and it was a core aspect of his life.

Screen Rant also made a valid point. “Reid becomes a kind of villain in John’s story, someone who manipulated John and outright abused him in one shocking instance,” the publication wrote. “Viewers might wonder why John would stay with such a blatantly abusive man, and the answer is in the sex scene: Because Reid is the first man John forms that real connection with and because John loves Reid.”

Last year’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” also faced the same problem when the movie was criticised for undermining Freddie Mercury’s sexuality.

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#DoctorStrange: Rachel McAdams To Star Opposite Benedict Cumberbatch

Rachel McAdams, who is best known for her roles in “Mean Girls” and “The Notebook“, confirmed to TheWrap that she will star in Marvel’s “Doctor Strange”.

McAdams was long rumoured to star in the said film as the female lead.

Earlier in July, the actress herself confirmed in an interview with the L.A. Times that talks have started with Marvel regarding the role. However, she was “careful to note” that “she’s not a comic book snob”, adding:

IT’S STILL SUPER-EARLY DAYS, AND I DON’T KNOW WHERE THAT’S GONNA GO, IF IT’S GONNA GO ANYWHERE AT ALL.

Her rumoured involvement heightened the level of anticipation for the film, but at that time, the talks were still at the very early stages.

Back then, before Marvel’s “Iron Man” was released, she was director Jon Favreau’s top choice to play Pepper Potts. However, she turned down the role and it was never explained why. She did, however, reveal that she turned down a role “often out of her own security”.

IF I’M PICKY, IT’S FOR THAT REASON. I WANT TO BE ABLE TO BRING MY BEST TO THE TABLE. SO IF I’M NOT CONNECTING TO SOMETHING, THEN I’M NOT GONNA HOLD UP MY END OF THE BARGAIN, AND THAT’S REALLY EMBARRASSING.

Marvel did not immediately respond to TheWrap’s request for comment.

McAdams recently starred in HBO‘s “True Detective” Season 2. She also starred in Cameron Crowe‘s “Aloha” and opposite Jake Gyllenhaal in boxing drama “Southpaw”. She will be seen next in “Spotlight,” which had its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival.

In Marvel’s “Doctor Strange”, she will star opposite Benedict Cumberbatch and Tilda Swinton, who joined the cast as the Doctor Stephen Strange/the Sorcerer Supreme and The Ancient One respectively. Chiwetel Ejiofor will play Doctor Strange’s arch enemy, Baron Mordo while Mads Mikkelsen (of “Hannibal” fame) is still in talks to play another villain.

Marvel’s “Doctor Strange”, which will be helmed by director Scott Derrickson (of “Sinister” and “Deliver Us From Evil” fame), is based on the screenplay written by Jon Sphaits. It will begin shooting in the UK this November before its official release on 4th November 2016.


Super Junior Drops New Images Ahead Of Group’s 8th Album Comeback

Are y’all screaming in excitement ELFs (as Suju’s fans are lovingly known as)? Super Junior (슈퍼주니어) is set to make their epic comeback!

After taking a 2-year hiatus to fulfil their respective mandatory military service, the members of the popular K-pop group gearing up to released their long-awaited 8th full album next month.

Just this morning (Tuesday, 17th October), 2 contrasting teaser photos were uploaded on the group’s Facebook page. The colour image (pictured above) shows the 7 men – Heechul, Yesung, Donghae, Siwon, Leeteuk, Shindong, Eunhyuk – dressed in relaxed outfits, posing against a greenery backdrop.

Another teaser, which is a black-and-white image, has the pop stars looking all dapper in their suits. Clearly missing from the picture are Sungmin and Kangin. Sungmin announced that he wouldn’t be participating in Super Junior’s comeback in a lengthy Instagram post, citing marital commitments. Kangin, however, has been on an indefinite hiatus due to his DUI (drinking under the influence) incident.

Stay tuned to Super Junior’s social media accounts as they will be releasing more images in the coming days.

Source: AllKpop/ Featured image: Facebook.

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Review: Djakarta Warehouse Project X – An Unforgettable Experience For All

Djakarta Warehouse Project 2018.. where do we start?

First of all, the event which celebrated its 10th anniversary last weekend, was not held at its usual venue JIEXPO Kemayoran, Jakarta. Instead, festival-goers from around the globe were brought to an enchanting new home at Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park, Bali spanning over 3 days from 7th – 9th December 2018. Boy, was it fun.

The enormous GWK statue that that took 28 years to build could be spotted from miles away, which totally pumped us up even before we reached the venue. And as soon as we stepped foot at the iconic 60 hectare park, we were greeted by hype boys and girls who shouted out, “Welcome to DWP,” and “Have Fun tonight!” while blowing air honks and whistles. It was definitely a nice touch.

From the looks of it, a lot of people experienced a life-changing summer at this year’s event – one of the reason being the venue, which was covered with impeccable, naturally stunning marvel of what we assume are limestone walls. For some, it might even be their first time partying in this type of setting.

The visual experience was so entrancing that it almost didn’t matter who performed. We were so excited to be there! But then again, of course it does. The bomb ass lineup is what made DWPX super packed with people from all over the world anyway.

Like its previous installments, there were 3 different stages at DWPX – Cosmic Station, Neon Jungle and Garuda Land — which were each decorated very uniquely distinct that made us felt as if we were at different concert locations.

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Day 1 kicked off with Bali’s famous kecak dance, followed by trance powerhouses such as Armin Van Buuren at Garuda Land, bass heavyhitters like Whetan at Neon Jungle, and hardstyle sounds by the likes of Crisis Era at Cosmic Station.

Of course, highlight of the night would be Troyboi’s eargasmic performance, in which the trap star rocked the stage with his hit songs “ILI”, “MyBoi” as well as “Afterhours”. The performer was definitely on fire and knew how to give more energy to the fans. At one point in his show, Troyboi even stood up on the DJ deck and danced for a moment, before coming down to take selfies with the crowd.

On the other hand, the first night was initially scheduled to end with RL Grime’s set. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, the “Undo” hitmaker announced that he was not able to attend DWPX at the very last minute. Although a lot of fans were disappointed, thank god, Ismaya Live took fast action to solve the issue and replaced RL Grime with an even bigger name, Diplo.

Before that, the Hollywood superstar was already performing at Garuda Land (second last set before the night ended) as Major Lazer which was super lit. In fact, the stage area was beyond packed during Major Lazer’s performance that many weren’t even able to see the show. As a result, some festival goers had to chill by the staircase or catch Frontliner and Aydra’s performaces at other stages.

On the 2nd Day, guests were brought to a disco experience by Kungs and experimental sounds by Mura Masa. But what caught our eyes was the long line at Gojek’s Human Car Wash booth. Festival-goers were given a chance to relax and rejuvenate themselves after long hours of partying, which was such a cool addition to the event. What’s more, aside from being able to touch up their makeup, guests could even get massages at the 60s-themed vendor!

An amazing weekend which ended with The Weeknd’s performance

As many are aware, The Weeknd a.k.a. Abel, had his very first Asia tour in December and fortunately, Indonesia was on the list. His show, as expected, was very energetic and great. However, many were disappointed that he didn’t engage with his fans at all. No “hello”, and not even a “goodbye” or “thank you for coming, everyone” like how the other performers did.

Basically, it was just like listening to his album on Spotify, but in a festival setting. I mean, isn’t it a basic requirement for superstars to greet the fans at concerts? In spite of that, we still enjoyed the show and was truly grateful to be able to see him live, although some interaction would’ve made it all the more special.

All in all, DWPX was amazing and we can’t wait to see more stellar lineups next year. Will it be held at Bali again, or back to its home in Jakarta? Stay tuned to find out!

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The Reason For Namewee’s Kuala Lumpur Concert Cancellation

Oh boy, it looks like some things are just not meant to be. Namewee (黃明志)’s highly-anticipated concert has been axed.

Concert organiser StarPlanet (星艺娱乐) made the official announcement just moments ago via social media. The 36-year-old entertainer’s “4896 – Final Call” World Tour in Kuala Lumpur was supposed to take place at the end of the year, on 31st December 2019.

Not much has been revealed about what led to the cancellation except that there was a falling out between 2 or more parties and they couldn’t reach a mutual consensus. “We do sincerely express our apology for this cancellation which was not at all anticipated. Any convenience which this may have caused to you is much regretted,” the organiser wrote in a press statement.

As at time of writing, the Malaysian Chinese hip hop recording artist (real name Wee Meng Chee) has yet to release any statement of his own. But if you know him well enough, rest assure that he will speak out. Hopefully, he’ll be able to provide fans with a better understanding on the situation at hand.

For those who are/were curious about his potential set list, here’s a good hint:

It’s unfortunate that this concert won’t come to pass, especially since Namewee himself has expressed how much he’s been wanting to carry out a full blown concert for local fans on home soil.

For those seeking a refund, here are the details:

1. A full refund will be reimbursed to all ticket purchasers.

2. Only tickets purchased through official Sales Channels will be honoured a refund.

3. The refund process will start from 23.12.2019 onwards:

(a) If you have purchased ticket(s) via Internet, the refund amount will be automatically credited to the credit/debit card used to make the purchase. The refund will take within 14-30 days to be reflected in a customer’s account.
(b) If you have purchased ticket(s) through authorised outlets or via Star Planet, you will receive an email with a Refund Authorisation form before 16 Dec 2019. You are required to fill in the form and return it to the sender to proceed with the refund. Refund will be by “Bank-in through cheque”.

Should you have any inquiry, please contact StarPlanet at +603 92233667 or email: refund@starplanet.com.my.

If you have some time to spare, here are a few videos that may shed some light on what’s going on behind-the-scenes:

There has been a lot of back and forth over the past few days. Despite Star Planet opting to pull out from Namewee’s 31st December countdown concert, Malay Mail has reported that the show will go on.

“Wee Meng Chee 4896 Final Call New Year countdown concert is still on! Those who (have) yet to get the tickets please support!” the controversial rapper wrote. Tickets are available here.


#LINE: Use LINE On Web With The Newly Released Extension For Google Chrome

Do you use both WhatsApp as well as LINE? Have you been loving what WhatsApp has done with the WhatsApp web feature? Then you’re going to love what LINE has just launched!

Free call and messaging app LINE today announced the release of LINE for Google Chrome, a free browser extension version of the LINE app which is compatible with Chrome, Windows, Mac, and Linux OSes.

Unlike the existing PC versions of LINE for Windows and Mac OS X, users of the Google Chrome extension version of LINE only have to install the software once to use it on any PC with Chrome installed via their Google account.

In addition to providing LINE’s core chat features, the extension offers many useful features for PC users, such as screen capture capabilities. It also provides users a fast and efficient way to send files up to one gigabyte in size.

LINE for Google Chrome also introduces a new feature called Memos, which allows users to create their own notes or save and arrange text and pictures. Memos expands the number of devices available to LINE users, allowing them to synchronise to-do lists created at home to any other PC simply by logging into their Google account.

We need to note though that in order to protect user security, the Google Chrome version of LINE does not offer an auto-login feature.

Additionally, users must verify their identity via the smart phone version of LINE the first time they log in on a new device. Features such as audio calls, video calls, and the Timeline are not offered in the Google Chrome version of LINE. Users who wish to take advantage of these features should use the PC version of LINE instead.

To install, hit up the Chrome Web Store here.

For more information, visit LINE’s website.

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Armin van Buuren — Will He Regain The Number 1 Spot?

“It’s not just love for music, it’s my passion. It goes beyond liking, and beyond a hobby. It’s about a way of living. Music is essential to my life.” – Armin van Buuren

Will Armin be able to beat Hardwell and regain his title as the World’s Number 1 DJ? We think it’s going to be an interesting fight to the finish.

Straight from Holland, Armin van Buuren is the flag-bearer of the trance movement. Known for his relentless passion for music and own unique sound, it is without a doubt that he is one of the top and most influential figures in the worldwide EDM scene. With a flair of blending and layering songs into one mix, Armin also runs his own weekly radio show where he compiles some of the best songs of that time into a mix.

Having come a long way from his hit singles such as “Burned With Desire”, “Communication”, “Janeiro”, and “Shivers”, Armin’s 2013 single “This Is What It Feels Like” was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording making him the fourth trance artist ever to receive a Grammy nomination.

Throughout his career, this Grammy-nominated Dutchman has won a number of awards, including the number 1 spot on DJ Magazine’s Top 100 DJs poll for a record of five times, International Dance Music Awards for: Best Dance Radio Mix show DJ & Best Full Length DJ Mix CD — ‘A State of Trance’ (2005) and International Dance Music Awards for: Best European DJ & Best Radio Mix Show DJ (2008).

Apart from all of his accomplishments, Armin is also loved for his ability to create his own sound and style that caters to various crowds at mega festivals, clubs, events and shows including his ‘Armin Only’ and ‘A State of Trance’ world tours.

Armin lost out to Hardwell last year and is currently the #2 DJ on DJ Magazine’s Top 100 DJs poll for 2013. Will he be able to regain his #1 spot? Well before you vote, here are some interesting facts about Armin.

Now if Armin is your man and if you want him to regain the World’s No.1 DJ spot, vote here. Also, keep up to date with him on his social networking sites including: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and his website.

Happy Monday everyone! Have a good week ahead.

Today, we leave you with the full set of Armin van Buuren’s ASOT 600 live in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.


Toys R Us Malaysia Clearance Sale

Awwyis. Don’t we all love a good clearance sale every once in awhile?

Toys R Us Malaysia will be having their “Kids Favourite Brands Clearance Sale” today! Planning to buy a gift for a loved one? Heck, planning to get yourself gift (we hear there are people who are big Barbie collectors)? Then you’re in luck! Enjoy clearance discounts up to 70% on kids favourite brands like Disney, Barbie, FastLane, Fisher Price, Play-Doh, Hot Wheels, Bruin, Vtech, and many more.

Up to 70% discounts, peeps! It doesn’t get any better than this.

The Toys R Us Malaysia clearance sale is exclusive for Star Members only but don’t worry, you can apply for the membership on the spot and bask in all the discounted glory. Deets are as follows:

Date: 4th – 8th September (Thursday – Monday)

Venue: GX05C, D, E &F , Ground Floor, The Summit Subang USJ, Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

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#Malaysia: Netizens Enraged Over Horrifying Images Of Shark Finning In Sabah

Gory pictures of shark finning, said to have taken place in Sabah’s Mabul island (near Sipadan island), have emerged.

The pictures, which were originally taken by one Facebook user named Chung Wui Tang and reposted via the Danau Girang Field Centre Facebook page, have been making rounds on social media, show sharks floating in bloodied waters after having their fins removed.

As seen in the above screenshot, Chung Wui Tang’s original post indicates that the pictures were taken in Sabah’s popular tourist island on 18th July 2016. Chung Wui Tang’s post have since been shared over 450 times while Danau Girang Field Centre’s post has over 1,560 shares.

Conservation research group Danau Girang Field Centre director Dr Benoit Goossens expressed outrage on Facebook, urging consumers to stop eating shark fin soup. “The massacre has to stop! Sharks attract divers from all over the World to Sabah, it is a huge tourism industry bringing millions to the state. Sabah needs to get its own law, ban shark killing and finning and enforce the law in its waters. We beg the consumers, stop eating shark fin soup!” he said.

In shark finning (the removal of shark fins), sharks are often returned to the ocean alive after their fins are “harvested”. Unable to move effectively, these sharks will then die a slow and painful death when they sink to the bottom of the ocean and either starve to death, are eaten alive by other fish, or die of suffocation (if they are not in constant movement their gills cannot extract oxygen from the water).

Needless to say, the images of the massacre have horrified netizens and infuriated environmentalists, including state Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun. Masidi, who has been advocating shark protection in Sabah’s waters and fighting to get shark killing and shark fin soup banned in Sabah, denounced the heinous act.

Enraged netizens have also condemned the act, with one saying, “These people don’t know how costly their actions will to their very own future generations. They are ones who are dependent to the marine ecological system, and they are the ones who are gonna be sorry most. These ppl need to be educated.”

“This is completely unacceptable. I have been here, and this is supposed to be a place for marine life. I have also seen this village, and I watched the people, who are wicked poor, beating on one another, and now here we see this. It is an emergency for both humans and the environment,” another user commented.

Unfortunately as there are currently no proper laws against shark finning in the state, shark killers can’t be prosecuted.

Meanwhile, Malaysia’s Department of Fisheries (Jabatan Perikanan Malaysia) have taken to their Facebook page to release a statement with regards to the now viral shark killing images.

In their statement, they said that the Sabah Fisheries Department has made an investigation on 19th July 2016 and found that the claim that the existence of shark finning activities in the island resort is not true. The department clarified that the fish were cut in Pulau Mabul, which is the “landing base”, as fisherman use sea water to clean the fish because of the shortage of fresh water.

The fish parts are then inserted into fish barrels to be taken to Semporna (a town located in Tawau, Sabah) and all parts of the body, including the skin of sharks, are used by fishermen either as food or processed for other uses such as teeth and bones as gifts to medicine.

The department also said that the sharks are not the main target species in fishing activities but an unintentional by-catch with other commercial fish species, adding that Sabah’s Fisheries Department has included “prohibition of activities shark finning, namely the cutting or possession of shark fins on board fishing vessels at the local and the dumping of sharks bodies into the sea” as an additional condition of license and fishing equipment for fishermen with effect from February 25, 2014.

What are your thoughts about the statement? Do you think that there should be tighter laws against shark killing in Malaysia?

Sources: Danau Girang Field Centre, Jabatan Perikanan Malaysia.


This Is What We Know About K-pop Boyband 2PM’s Summer Comeback

Get your metallic grey sticks ready K-pop fans, 2PM (투피엠) is gearing up for their long awaited comeback!

It’s been a hot minute since we last saw Jun. K (formerly known as Junsu), Nichkhun, Taecyeon, Wooyoung, Junho and Chansung in action. And boy, we’ve missed them dearly.

It wasn’t too long ago we had a mini 2PM reunion when Nichkhun and Chansung joined their pal Taecyeon in an episode of “Vincenzo” (currently airing on tvN and Netflix). Now word has it that the 6-member group is prepping for their summer comeback.

As you may know, with Junho officially being discharged last month, all 2PM members have completed their mandatory military service. This upcoming comeback will mark their first album in 5 years. Their last studio album, “Gentlemen’s Game”, came out back in 2016, so fans have been hungry for some new material.

Here’s what we know about 2PM’s comeback so far:

1. JYP Entertainment has confirmed the news, stating, “2PM is currently preparing a new album. The exact timing of the release will be announced later on.”

This still lives in my mind!!! The beat and everything just gives me the vibes of what they have been telling us now. pic.twitter.com/0uSTnWRNBM

— les 💜 Speak Now TV (@Ok_Bingu) April 4, 2021

WTF!!! A Wooyoung track?!?!? Please send me home… I have to go home and eat dinner Holy shit!!! Ffhdjfhdjdjdjdj pic.twitter.com/Hivm2cqBwF

— les 💜 Speak Now TV (@Ok_Bingu) April 5, 2021

4. They’ve filmed an advertisement together.

That was such a short insta live and they must have filmed something 😭😭😭😭😭😭 Taecyeon is really spoiling everything pic.twitter.com/wcgzcQXTeg

— les 💜 Speak Now TV (@Ok_Bingu) April 9, 2021

6. Their comeback might be around the 2nd quarter of the year.

7. They are also planning for some Japanese promo and a possible dome concert.

8. Wooyoung and Minjun are reportedly the lead producers and writers for this comeback.

Stay tuned to this space for more updates.

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#SONAMOO: TS Entertainment’s Girl Group Releases Amazing Dance Practice Videos

Last year, amidst TS Entertainment’s B.A.P lawsuit drama, it was revealed that the agency would be unveiling their newest girl group, SONAMOO. SONAMOO means “pine tree” in Korean and it symbolises the meaning of “creating music so full of life like a pine tree” and to send “the rightful message through music”.

The 7-member group is also known as Secret’s “sister group”.

Early January this year, the girls were officially introduced to the South Korean entertainment scene via their debut song and first ever music video, “Deja Vu”. The music video featured a very industrial, warehouse-feel with the girls embracing a distinct “hip hop” concept, judging from their dance choreography (boy, can they dance!) and their choice of bold clothes.

For more pictures from their debut showcase, check out the gallery below:

Clearly, busting a move is their forte, and as such, TS Entertainment has released not one, but two dance practice videos following SONAMOO’s introductory song. The first one looks like it was recorded in a dance studio, with the girls dressed in casual clothing, while the other presents the SONAMOO members on set, decked in their “Deja Vu” music video hip hop outfits.

See if you can follow ’em dance moves closely enough ;)

Gotta give the girls credit for being such amazing dancers!

For more information, visit SONAMOO’s Facebook page.


Noms: 5 Reasons To Visit This Year’s Tiffin Food Court

Come one, come all! Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard that Tiffin Food Court has returned to delight foodies once again.

Located in an old military warehouse, right behind Petaling Jaya’s The Gasket Alley, Tiffin Food Court is in collaboration with more than 50 local and regional F&B vendors. Throughout the 8-week long food fiesta, visitors will get to experience new munchies and more.

Here are 5 highlights at Tiffin Food Court:

Save some stomach space for these food selections:

Starting from this week onwards, Tiffin Food Court will be doing away the wristbands for a more seamless and environmental friendly experience. However, diners will still be able to enjoy cashless transaction via the Boost application. All they have to do is simply download the Boost app on App Store or Play Store and top up their Boost e-wallet to make their payment.

This unique food court is made for Instagram. The floating Japanese Kabuki mask lanterns offer a nice homey touch to Tiffin Food Court. Plants and greenery are also scattered around the area. It’s a nice balance to the neon facades in the background.

That’s right peeps, there’s a dedicated DJ station and dance floor for customers to groove on. Go on, show your moves, we’re not going to judge ;)

A post shared by Tiffin | Tiffin At The Yard (@tiffineats)

Tiffin Food Court 2018 is open every Thursday to Sunday (from 5pm till late). It’ll be there until 21st October.

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Are We Allowed To Record When Being Detained? Here’s What We Know

Nowadays, we often see footages of individuals recording themselves when being confronted by the police. The question is; are we allowed to do so?

MyWatch chairman Datuk Sri Sanjeevan Ramakrishnan clarified that there’s no law stating that a person is refuted from taking pictures or recording videos of others in public.

However, one is not allowed to take any obscene photos or anything that may affect a person’s reputation. This refers to Section 509 of the Penal Code.

“If you take a picture of someone in an enclosed place (such as a toilet or a room) with the intention of damaging their reputation, and the picture contains pornographic elements, then you could be jailed for up to 5 years,” explained Sanjeevan.

However, the person is allowed to record if they feel that the police’s action was inappropriate. But they must abide by these three conditions:

1. First of all, the action doesn’t interfere with the policeman carrying out his duties. When recording, you are refuted from provoking the police officer on duty, in a way that the police are interrupted from doing their work. In this case, the recorder could be detained under Section 186 of the Penal Code.

2. The second condition is courtesy. It would be better if the recorder asked for permission from the officer in advance to record this incident and explain which part of the action that they felt was inappropriate before recording it.

3. Lastly, do not slander the police. It is considered an offence if the recorder spreads the video online using a slanderous caption, such as twisting the facts of the story. Unless, it is clearly depicted in the clip that the police were the ones in the wrong.


Nicki Minaj Claims She’s Been Sabotaged By Grammys Producer; Blacklists BET

Nicki Minaj has some tea to spill y’all.

Remember when Ariana Grande called Grammys producer Ken Ehrlich out for lying about her not performing at the award show? The Queen of Rap is now calling him out for sabotaging and bullying her for the past 7 years.

A fan tweeted her confusion as to why Minaj had never won a Grammy before despite her thriving music career. “Nicki Minaj has been at the top of her game for way too long to not have had a Grammy. I don’t know what white man from the boards she pissed off,” she wrote.

This prompted a response from the entertainer herself. “I pissed off the same man Ariana just called out for lying. Grammy producer KEN. I was bullied into staying quiet for 7 years out of fear. But I’ll tell my fans the REAL on the next episode of #QueenRadio they deserve the truth,” the rapper revealed.

That’s not all though, Minaj also clapped back at BET for making jokes that Cardi B scored her first Grammy win yesterday before her. The caption for the article read: “Meanwhile, Nicki Minaj is being dragged by her lacefront.”

Minaj’s response? She declared that she was no longer performing at the BET Experience concert in June (where she was supposed to co-headline the concerts with Cardi B). In addition, she also wrote, “Young Money will no longer be a part of the BET Experience or award show.”

An apology to @NickiMinaj, her fans and all our readers: https://t.co/VVzuQybtbH pic.twitter.com/AUAEUfCSZh

BET has since issued a lengthy statement on their social media, apologising to Minaj and her fans.

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Global Sound System’s Final Lineup Announced

Due to a recent medical emergency, John O’Callaghan underwent an operation. As per official statement from John’s management, strict orders were received from the doctors that the artist is not allowed to fly long haul up to three months in order to allow the healing process to continue. Plans are already in place for John’s return. Our prayers go to John for a speedy recovery.

Following the departure of John O’Callaghan, Music Conference ASIA officially announced the additional international acts for its Official Dance Music Festival – Global Sound System.

Fresh from A State Of Trance 600, closing the Main Stage in Den Bosch, the Netherlands and ranked #68 DJ Mag Top 100 Poll 2012, Global Sound System welcomes DJ, producer, Mr. Skyfire – Shogun. American producer, Andrew Chen aka Shogun, is the first Asian DJ and producer to be signed to S107/Armada.

Whether it is remixing for the world’s number one DJ – Armin van Buuren, or for Grammy nominated singer and songwriter Nadia Ali, Shogun’s productions have gained him full support from the biggest names in the industry including Ferry Corsten, Paul Van Dyk, Above & Beyond, Armin van Buuren, Gareth Emery, and Markus Schulz just to name a few. With some of the biggest anthems to date, ‘Save Me’, ‘Imprisoned’, ‘Run To My Rescue’ and ‘Skyfire’, Shogun has cemented his place as one of the most influential and biggest trance/progressive acts today.

Keeping the ‘sound-system’ alive, Global Sound System is proud to introduce, the official festival host; MC Stretch. He is the voice for Tiësto record breaking DVDs “Tiësto in Concert”, appeared for Armin van Buuren on his Armin Only world Tour and featured for Ferry Corsten on his Masquerade party in the Ahoy, Rotterdam; this shows the undeniable truth that his style is appreciated by the worlds best DJs.

In the past years MC Stretch performed successfully all over the world and appeared in Energy The Network, Tomorrowland, Dance Valley, Freshtival, Creamfields, Stereosonic Australia, Rock It Open Air, Veronica Magazine’s Fiësta Summerfestival, Dancetour, Mysteryland, Daydream Festival, Sensation Sao Paulo and many others. MC Stretch is ready for his debut performance in Malaysia sharing the Global Sound System stage with other headliner this year.

With only less than one month, the atmosphere is finally heating up for Global Sound System, the biggest dance music festival to explode in the month of April 2013.

Festival ticket includes admission to the conference event and will be available for RM109 (early bird) and RM129 (presale). VIP tickets and Cabana units are already on sale at all AirAsia RedTix counters and online.

For latest news and updates, hit up their website, Facebook page, or get ’em while its hot via their Twitter account.


John Dahlbäck “Heartbeat” Receives Love From Nicky Romero & R3hab

John Dahlbäck’s newest collaboration with Little Boots – “Heartbeat”, has been gaining likes and support from DJs including Nicky Romero, R3hab and Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike via their respective radio shows. Reported to be forthcoming on Tiësto‘s Musical Freedom imprint, ‘Heartbeat’ blends a smoothly punchy melodic lead section that is complimented by Little Boots’ ethereal voice stylings.

Dahlbäck fully utilises his signature production sound while creating a refreshingly airy progressive track, Dahlbäck has successfully married the two worlds of melodic and festival-frenzied energy into one.


#WhiteChicks: Marlon Wayans Drops A Hint That A Sequel Is In The Works

Remember Vanessa Carlton’s “A Thousand Miles”? That song was considered a big hit back then, largely due to one iconic scene in 2004’s “White Chicks“.

Though the song was named “one of the most enduring songs of the millennium” by Billboard, the movie didn’t manage to spawn a sequel. However, that may soon be a myth because “White Chicks” actor Marlon Wayans recently hinted on his official Instagram account that a sequel could be in the works.

The photo, which was a mockup poster for “White Chicks 2”, came with the caption, “Show of hands who wants to see the sequel to this? 300,000 likes and I may make this our next movie”.

A post shared by Marlon Wayans (@marlonwayans)

Directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, “White Chicks” is an American buddy cop comedy film written and produced by Keenen Ivory, Shawn and Marlon Wayans.

It centres on FBI agents Kevin Copeland and Marcus Copeland (played by Shawn and Marlon), who fall in disgrace in the agency after an unsuccessful mission. As a last resort to being fired from the agency, they are assigned by their superior Section Chief Elliott Gordon to work undercover protecting cruise line heiresses Brittany and Tiffany Wilson from a kidnapping plot.

However, they are forced to disguise themselves as the Wilson sisters as the spoiled white daughters refuse to leave their hotel due to their facial scars from a car accident.

The 2004 comedy received mixed reviews and was listed by film critic Richard Roeper as one of worst movies of 2004. But that didn’t stop people from watching it and there have been plenty of speculations that a sequel was in the works. Back in 2009, Sony said that they were developing a sequel with the Wayans. Before they could even begin filming, the studio later announced that they had cancelled the sequel.

In 2013, Marlon confirmed that he was interested in reviving the sequel’s production. He said, “We’re thinking about it, actually seriously talking about doing it. It’s the one thing that everybody begs us to do”.

Gabriel Iglesias further fueled the speculation by posting a picture that came with the caption, “On the set of White Chicks 2 with @MARLONLWAYANS #OmgYes“.

A post shared by Gabriel Iglesias (@fluffyguy)

But what’s stopping them from making the 2nd “White Chicks” movie? Well, last year, Marlon once again stated he wanted to develop a sequel titled “White Chicks 2”. However, since the original movie came out more than a decade ago, Marlon told The Grio that a change in the film sales market prevented them from green lighting it

I think people are scared that it’s 10 years removed. Overseas markets have changed and selling foreign isn’t as lucrative as it was for these types of movies.

The photo that he posted on Sunday has thus far gained over 407,000 likes on Instagram and over 700,000 likes on Facebook. The Wayans have yet to respond to The Huffington Post for comment regarding “White Chicks 2”.

For now, we’ll leave you with one of the most iconic scenes in the cinematic history:

Would you like to see a sequel to “White Chicks”? What was your favourite moment from the film? Let us know in the comments box below.

Source: HuffPost Entertainment / Image source: Moustache Magazine

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Thirst2015: Dash Berlin On Plans This 2015 & The Future Of Dance Music

As most of you may already know by now, Dash Berlin will be making his way back to Kuala Lumpur for Thirst 2015. No stranger to Malaysia, Dash was last here in 2013 as part of his #musicislife world tour and has since gone on to play at music festivals worldwide and release new music.

Two years on, we find out what the “Flying Dutchman” has planned for the rest of 2015 and if he’s excited to be back in Kuala Lumpur.

Hey Dash! Having travelled around the world and as someone who’s no stranger to Malaysia, what are your views on the dance music scene in our country? What do you feel sets Malaysia apart from the rest?

When I think of Malaysia, I think of energy, a lot of energy. The first time I played in Malaysia, I played to a crowd who had massive energy and it was really overwhelming honestly! I never expected dance music to be such a highly appreciated thing in Malaysia so I was quite surprised about that. I have to say I’m always excited whenever there’s a party scheduled in Malaysia on my calendar, I really look forward to it. The Malaysian crowd is really enthusiastic and they have a lot of energy when it comes to enjoying a live performance so for me as a DJ, it’s a big pleasure to play for crowds such as that.

Whats in the pipeline for Dash Berlin this 2015?

Well, apart from working on our album, we have a new single that is out now. It’s called “Never Let You Go”, a collaboration between Dash Berlin and John Dahlbäck and BullySongs. We’re also going to finish up 2 more singles and one of the singles will be accompanied by a very big video that was shot in Indonesia, which is fairly new for Dash Berlin. Besides that, I’ll be performing at music festivals and touring a lot more this year.

As someone who has been in the industry for a substantial amount of time, what do you think of the current dance music scene?

I think the current dance music scene is a following of its own. It’s popular all over the world, it’s what we can call..the new pop music because everybody listens to electronic music. There’s also a lot of music that’s being produced out there, a lot of inspiration, a lot of competition which brings the level up. It’s challenging because everyone wants to be at the top of the scene but it’s so enjoyable the same time because dance music is constantly reinventing itself. If it’s not the music, it’s the sound, the plugins, the makers of software or hardware that comes up with new ways to make sounds. That pushes the scene to grow so it’s really inspiring.

In your personal opinion, what do you think the dance music industry will be like in 5 years?

That’s a difficult question. I don’t know really but if you think back just a little bit, you’ll see electronic dance music forms develop like moombathon, trap, and dubstep all come to life in a very short period of time. You think you’ve heard it all but all of a sudden, there’s a new music style and it continuously happens. Now you have future house, down tempo house, tropical house, the list goes on. The nice thing about dance music is that it constantly evolves and reinvents itself. Therefore, it’s also almost impossible to predict where it is going. I think, from my point of view, I’m a positive guy, dance music will be bigger than it is today. I also think that in 5 years, listening to dance music will be normality, especially for places that don’t constantly have music festivals.

Lastly, are you excited to be coming back to Malaysia for Thirst 2015 and is there anything different that Malaysian fans expect from you?

I’m bringing a lot of customised visual content and a lot of new music. Malaysians have been so supportive of me since the “#musicislife” album so I’ll be playing some of the tracks from that album and also from “We Are Part 1”. I will also be playing music from “We Are Part 2” to introduce our new sound and direction. So far, it has been very positively welcomed so that’s different. When I did shows in Malaysia sometime back, it was a little bit more of what you can expect from Dash Berlin. This time round, Malaysia will get more new music and a set that is unexpected.

Thank you so much, we look forward to seeing you in April.

Big thanks to our friends at Heineken Malaysia for arranging this interview for us!

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Celebrate Shazam’s 20th Anniversary With A Special Apple Music Playlist

Take the trip down memory lane as Shazam celebrates its 20th anniversary! The charm of the song recognition application has played a vital role in allowing local and rising artists to expand. So now, it invites fans to reminisce the beginning of Shazam with an exclusively curated playlist on Apple Music.

Shazam’s 2002 launch in the UK enabled it to identify songs using mobile devices. Users at the time could identify songs by dialling “2580” on their phones and holding it up as the music played. Then, they were sent an SMS message after telling them the song title and the artist’s name.

Shazam’s remarkable breakthroughs and firsts with talents globally make up its two-decade history, and its charts have also become a barometer for unexpected cultural moments. For example, the significance of Kate Bush’s 1985 song “Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)” in “Stranger Things” resulted in an all-time high for the singer’s number of Shazams, and the song occupied the top spot on the Shazam Global Top 200 for ten days.

Nigerian artist, CKay, flourished when his 2021 song “Love Nwantiti (Remix)” became the second song to surpass one million Shazams in a week. In 2021, Shazam also played an essential part in helping to identify breaking like Masked Wolf whose song “Astronaut In The Ocean” was the most Shazamed track globally that year.

The special playlist from Apple Music features hits that reflect music fans across the globe over the past two decades, such as the first track to reach 10 million Shazams – Gotye’s “Somebody That I Used To Know” featuring Kimbra – and the most Shazamed song of all time with 41 million Shazams, Tones and I’s “Dance Monkey”. Check it out here!

Anis Sharina contributed to this article.

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#Transformers5: Paramount Employs High-Profile Writers For Cinematic Universe

Remember when Paramount Pictures announced that they were interested in expanding the “Transformers” movie into a huge cinematic universe (much like Marvel‘s and DC‘s)?

Well, it seems like they are serious about that as Deadline reported that 5 new high-profile scribes have been added to the writers’ team. Robert Kirkman, Art Marcum, Matt Holloway, Jeff Pinkner, and Zak Penn are now part of the lineup, and they all have Hollywood blockbusters to their names.

Kirkman is a comic book writer, famous for being the author of “The Walking Dead” and “Invincible”. He has also worked on the “Ultimate X-Men” and “Marvel Zombies” series for Marvel Comics.

Marcum and Holloway are no strangers to each other, as they both worked together as scriptwriters for the 1st “Iron Man” instalment and “Punisher: War Zone”. Pinkner was the scribes for “Fringe” and “Lost” while Penn has penned several action movies such as “X-Men: The Last Stand” and “The Incredible Hulk”.

They will join Akiva Goldsman (“I Am Legend”), Michael Bay (“Transformers: Age of Extinction“), Steven Spielberg (“Schindler’s List“), and Lorenzo di Bonaventura (“GI Joe: Rise of the Cobra”) in conceptualising the Transformers cinematic universe. So far, no specific information has been released, but sequels and spin-offs of the originals are expected.

The star of the “Transformers: Age of Extinction”, Mark Wahlberg, has previously stated that he is contracted to the production company for “a couple more” Transformers movie. This revelation makes it more likely for the actor to return for future outings as Cade Yeager.


Lee Zii Jia To Produce New Song Titled “Ten Thousand Emotions, In Portrait”

The end of something usually indicates new beginnings! This rings true for our badminton men’s singles shuttler, Lee Zii Jia’s quest for a gold medal in the Tokyo Olympics 2020, which has unfortunately come to an end. Despite being unable to bag a medal, his determination, spirit and dedication shone through all the adversities faced throughout the Olympics. Not only that, in the midst of the pandemic, he has united Malaysians from all walks of life, cheering him on throughout his game with current world number one, Chen Long! This is a magnificent feat by itself.

Signalling the start of new beginnings, Lee is working together with OPPO to produce a song titled, “Ten Thousand Emotions, in Portrait”（一万种情绪) — the latest initiative by OPPO in conjunction with the launch of the OPPO Reno6 Z. This comes hand in hand with his vow to Malaysians far and wide to come back stronger for the 2026 Paris Olympics.

With the whole of Malaysia supporting him wholeheartedly, this project would serve as a way for Lee to express his heartfelt gratitude to his countrymen. It should be noted that this is an original song performed by Lee, himself! This might come as a surprise to many but, when he’s not shuttling on the badminton courts, this 23-year-old of many talents could be seen singing covers on both Instagram and Douyin (the Chinese TikTok). Talk about being multi-talented!

So, it is no doubt that this would be soothing to listen to as he strums the guitar while belting it out! Dubbed as an ode to Malaysians, this song would consist of moments ranging from bitter and painful episodes to even sweet and victorious ones, throughout his journey thus far!

Putting our focus now, towards the phone itself, it is an undeniable fact that the existence of the Bokeh Flare Portrait on both front and rear cameras enables the transformation of background lights into a dreamscape of floating spheres while brightening the star of the portrait — YOU!

All thanks to the Bokeh Flare Portrait feature, which works best on ‘portrait’ mode, you could now take your pictures like a professional photographer. This widely anticipated smartphone would be launched as part of the OPPO Reno6 series on 5th August 2021, alongside Lee’s music video.


Mindy McCready Found Dead

Three weeks after the mysterious death of her record producer boyfriend, David Wilson, country singer Mindy McCready was admitted into a treatment facility. She had been going through a difficult time following what was initially thought to be her boyfriend’s apparent suicide. It became worse when her two children were removed from her care by the Department of human Services.

The 37-year-old was also adamant that she did not kill David Wilson, who was found dead of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, claiming, “Oh my God, no. Oh my God, no. He was my life. We were each other’s life.”

However, on 19th January 2013, when David Wilson was memorialized by roughly 100 family members and friends at Stone Chapel at Matt Lane Farm, she wasn’t present. Fueling suspicions that she could’ve been directly involved with his death.

And now, just a month after her boyfriend’s memorial, Cleburne County Sheriff’s deputies confirm they have found the body Mindy McCready inside her Heber Springs home. It appears that she died from a single gunshot wound. Her body has been sent to State Crime.

Sources: NY Daily News,  FOX News, Huffington Post, E! Online, Forbes.

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#Malaysia: Video Of Mercedes-Benz Crashing Into Police Car Goes Viral

Oh dear, a Mercedes-Benz rammed into a police car recently and the dashcam video of the incident has gone viral.

The unfortunate event reportedly took place at Jalan Loke Yew, Kuala Lumpur at 3:30pm on Friday (21st July). According to Info Roadblock JPJ/Polis’ Facebook page, 2 police officers (aged 30 and 45) sustained injuries when their car was hit by the luxury vehicle.

City Traffic Enforcement and Investigation Department Legal Affairs officer Deputy Superintendent Shafie Daud said that the victims, who serve in the Dang Wangi district, were sent to the Kuala Lumpur Hospital for treatment. “The 30-year-old cop fractured his left hand and is still being treated at the hospital, while the 45-year-old driver sustained bruises to his right leg and right arm,” Shafie told NST.

The 35-second video shows the police car stopping due to traffic. Then, the black Mercedes-Benz, which is driven by a 47-year-old man, is seen crashing into the stationary patrol car. As at time of writing, the post has been viewed over 799,000 times.

Many netizens are saying that the driver was not aware of the traffic because he was playing his phone. A Facebook user wrote, “This must be a case of using the phone while driving. I have experienced this 3 times already.”

How would you feel if you crashed into a police car? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Sources: Info Roadblock JPJ/Polis’ Facebook page, Hangat, NST / Info Roadblock JPJ/Polis’ Facebook page.


#OasiaSuitesKL: Singapore’s Far East Hospitality To Open First Hotel In KL

Far East Hospitality (FEH), Singapore’s largest operator of hotels and serviced residences, will be opening Oasia Suites Kuala Lumpur in the 2nd quarter of 2016.

Located within the Golden Triangle with easy access to the city’s key business infrastructure and adjacent to KL Forest Eco Park, the only surviving virgin tropical rainforest in Kuala Lumpur, the hotel offers guests an ideal respite within the city and views of both the sprawling greenery and surrounding skyscrapers. A short 15-minute walk will bring guests to the nearest Bukit Nanas Monorail Station where public transport is available.

Whether you’re in a dire need of a quick weekend retreat to detox and destress, or a business traveller who wants to get the most out of your trip, Oasia Suites Kuala Lumpur will have much to offer. Uniquely designed to inspire and empower through 3 wellness pillars, guests will be able to accomplish far more during their stay:

Housing a total of 247 rooms over 2 blocks, Oasia Suites Kuala Lumpur comprises 25 Superior, 59 Deluxe, and 79 Premier rooms, and 39 one-bedroom and 45 two-bedroom apartments. Facilities include a kitchenette, washing machine and dryer, living area and Wi-Fi connectivity, making the accommodation an ideal respite to refresh the mind and body for both transit and long stays.

A unique feature offered by Oasia Suites Kuala Lumpur is the dual-key access system. This feature enables groups of guests to stay in 1 unit that can be divided into 2 separate but adjoined apartments within the same single unit, which is an ideal option that provides flexibility for groups of business travellers or families of up to 6 guests.

Malaysians, we love our food. And we love sharing our love and passion for food.

All-day dining is available at the lobby restaurant, Kafe Oasia, with offerings of healthy and sumptuous international ala carte menu and daily buffet breakfast made from environmentally responsible sources to refuel guests. Guests may also look forward to seasonal menu changes with healthy options on a quarterly basis, providing new selection of dishes for guests to look forward to every time.

Escape from the hustle and bustle, and unwind at the idyllic rooftop garden that features a swimming pool surrounded by the spectacular views of the city located on the 24th floor. On the same floor is the 24-hour gym which provides a serene setting for guests to work out and recharge with state-of-the-art fitness equipment – all while overlooking a picturesque view of the Kuala Lumpur Tower.

Business executives can also opt to utilise the meeting rooms for business discussions in a calm and comfortable ambience. The residents’ lounge located by the poolside is a pleasant space for guests to relax as it commands the dazzling view of KL City.

For more pictures of Oasia Suites Kuala Lumpur, check out the gallery below:

Oasia Suites Kuala Lumpur is located at No. 10, Lorong P. Ramlee, 50250 Kuala Lumpur. Room rates will start at MYR400++ per night for a Deluxe Room. For guests who stay from 18th April 2016 to 31st December 2016,
Far East Hospitality will be offering a pre-opening promotion of 50% off Best Available Room Rates.

Oasia Suites Kuala Lumpur is the first hotel under the Oasia brand by Far East Hospitality to debut outside of Singapore. For more information, visit their website.

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DJ Ajax Killed By Truck

Sydney-based DJ Ajax (real name Adrian Thomas) was a part of the Modular Records signed electro band known as “Bang Gang”. At their prime, the band spawned hit compilation albums and club nights, as well as founded music label and management company, “Sweat It Out”. More recently, the label scored major success with Yolanda Be Cool’s international hit “We Speak No Americano”.

Just yesterday, DJ Ajax, a constant presence at major Australian events like Parklife, Big Day Out, and Stereosonic celebrated his 42nd birthday – his last birthday.

DJ Ajax died instantly after being hit by a truck in Parkville in Melbourne’s inner north just because 1am. As of time of writing, the Australian police say there were no suspicious circumstances as it is believed that he ran in front of the north bound truck.

A spokesperson for Modular Records released a statement which said, “It is a tragedy and a shock and Adrian will be greatly missed. It was an honor to work with, know, and love him. Any further details of his death and funeral arrangements will be communicated by his family at an appropriate time”.

Tributes have since flooded into Twitter and the popular DJ’s official Facebook page from friends, fans and industry colleagues. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and fans. RIP, DJ Ajax.

Sources: Herald Sun, Sydney Morning Herald.


Psy Signs HyunA & E’Dawn After They Kicked Out Of Cube Entertainment

K-pop fans are rejoicing for HyunA (Kim Hyun-ah, 김현아) and E’Dawn (Hyojong, 이던) as they’ve found a new home to resume their music careers.

It was announced yesterday (Monday, 28th January) that the former 4Minute singer and PENTAGON boybander have officially signed with Psy’s music label – P Nation. The “Gangnam Style” hit-maker even shared a few photos with the simple caption “Welcome”.

The K-pop power couple confirmed their romance last year that they’ve been together since May 2016. As a result, they received heat from their label Cube Entertainment and their contracts were terminated shortly after.

Both HyunA and E’Dawn were in Bangkok, Thailand when news of their contract with Psy’s P Nation label made headlines. The couple was also trending on the real-time search rankings of Korean portal sites. PSY ranked No. 1, HyunA ranked No. 3, while E’Dawn ranked No. 5.

The 26-year-old songstress also greeted fans with a brief Instagram Live broadcast to address the happy announcement. “I was extremely nervous about sharing the good news with all of you today. I feel strange in a lot of ways. I was so nervous. I couldn’t use the internet,” she said.

The entertainer cheekily added, “While enjoying my time here in Bangkok, Thailand, I received a lot of messages from acquaintances (about the news). Reading fan’s comments while enjoying my vacation gave me a lot of strength, and I went straight to the gym to work out. I’m not pretending to work out!”


#2014SBSGayoDaejun: Complete Winners List & Recap

The year is coming to an end with a blast in the Korean music scene as the major television networks including KBS, MBC, and SBS are ushering in the new year with their own versions of year-end music shows. SBS led the way by holding its year-end music show, “2014 SBS Gayo Daejun” at COEX in Seoul on 21st Dec.

However, this time around, SBS announced that the music festival is no longer just a show filled with performances as the awards segment of the music programme has returned as part of 2014’s SBS Awards Festival after being abolished 8 years ago.

CNBLUE’s Jung Yong-hwa, 2PM’s Nichkhun, WINNER’s Song Min-ho, B1A4’s Baro, and Infinite’s L formed a group called “Lucky Boys” to host the music show, alongside actress Song Ji-hyo. The boys kick started the show with their own rendition of a new song, “Celebrity”.

The music show saw some of the biggest K-Pop acts performing their biggest hit songs of the year with various special stages and collaborations.

Earlier on 10th Dec, it was reported that BIGBANG‘s Taeyang was expected to perform with Filipino-American singer-songwriter Jeff Bernat for SBS Gayo Daejun. Despite being relatively unknown in the international music scene, Jeff Bernat’s songs have earned him the title “Genius R&B Musician” in South Korea, China, and Japan. Thus, the singer was asked to do a joint performance with another R&B genius, Taeyang.

The 2 performed Jeff Bernat’s hit song “Call You Mine” at 2014 SBS Gayo Daejun:

However, the performance proved to be mediocre as the 2 were unable to harmonise and Taeyang seemed to have experienced technical difficulties during the performance. Taeyang later performed with BIGBANG’s leader G-Dragon for an energetic rendition of their song “Good Boy”.

Taeyang is not the only artiste that had a special collaboration stage as his label mates, the WINNER boys also collaborated with artistes from other entertainment companies for a special stage.

The group collaborated with GOT7, Red Velvet, and Lovelyz to form a special group called “Strong Babies” because all the groups debuted in 2014. Together, they performed a special remix of Maroon 5’s “Moves Like Jagger”. However, another broadcast accident happened during their performance as the sound system was not working properly.

The award show was later saved by powerhouse vocalist Ailee, who did an amazing cover of Ariana Grande‘s “Problem”.

The singer previously performed the song with Girl’s Day at 2014 MAMA.

EXO emerged as the biggest winner of the night for snagging the “Best Male Group” award and the “Best Album” award for “Overdose”. Their award was completed with a live performance of “Overdose”

As Christmas is fast approaching, YG’s Akdong Musician led the Christmas performances by performing their own rendition of “Winter Wonderland”.

The duo later performed their latest single, “200%”.

To further entice the audiences with their performances, Orange Caramel once again surprised the crowd in Christmas tree-inspired outfits for their performance of a Christmas version of their song “Catallena“.

After making his first performance at 2014 MAMA, legendary singer Seo Taeji attended his first award ceremony at 2014 SBS Gayo Daejun after going on a long hiatus.

Despite his long hiatus, he was able to hype up the crowd with his special Christmas performance for the award show.

Other artistes who performed at 2014 SBS Gayo Daejun include Secret, VIXX, Block B, Teen Top, Sunmi, B1A4, Park Bo Ram, 15&, A Pink, AOA, Girl’s Day, KARA, SISTAR’s Soyu & Junggigo, INFINITE’s Sungkyu, San E x Raina, Epik High, Dynamic Duo, T-Ara, 4Minute, CNBLUE, SISTAR, 2NE1, APINK x BTOB, INFINITE, BEAST and 2PM.

The complete list of winners is as follows:

Despite the broadcast accidents, which performance was your favourite? What do you wish to see in the next SBS Gayo Daejun? Let us know in the comments box below!

For more photos or videos, visit SBS Now’s official Facebook page and YouTube channel.

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#MagnumKL: The Delectable Magnum Pink & Magnum Black Ice Cream Party

That was the question of the day at last Thursday’s Magnum ice cream party. The event was in celebration of the official launch of 2 new delicious ice-cream flavours – the Magnum Pink and Magnum Black. The Magnum Pink and Black Party took place at the Grand Ballroom, ALOFT KL Sentral.

Pleasure Seekers and members of the media were given a teaser of what was to come, back in January. We were previously given a crash course on the art of molecular gastronomy where renowned restaurateur Chef Isadora Chai demonstrated first hand on how Magnum’s iconic desserts were created.

The Magnum Pink and Black Party, however, took things to a whole new level and we were pleasantly surprised. The venue at the grand ballroom was split into 2 luxury spaces of experiences. The Magnum Pink area was more dreamlike and flirtatious while the Magnum Black section had a more brooding and mysterious feel to it.

At the entrance, guests were greeted with a personalised sensory tag wristband that allowed those present to tag into 4 customised Pink and Black stations to determine their mood colour of the moment. The percentage of the accumulated mood counts were then displayed on the gigantic Magnum stage, giving live updates on what the Magnum mood was during the event.

To start with, partygoers were introduced to the Magnum Moodology, a fun and interactive mood test that determines whether you’re a Magnum Pink or a Magnum Black. And the mood-related activities didn’t just stop there.

As we entered the ballroom, an impressive Magnum Pink and Black Pleasure Bar awaited us with drinks and dessert inspired by the 2 brand new ice creams.

Call us biased, but the customised pink and black dipping bar at the “Make My Magnum” station was hands down our favourite. The thrill of personalising our fresh Magnum Pink and Black ice-cream with 3 toppings was exciting. Yum!

The Magnum Pink boasts lush, silky pink pomegranate flavoured ice cream with delicate swirls of pomegranate sauce. A pearlescent layer of pink Belgian chocolate envelopes the outside of the ice-cream. The tanginess of pomegranate and inviting pink hue suggests fun, exuberance, and playfulness.

If you have a sweet tooth, we’d suggest you to go for the Magnum Pink Pomegranate. But if you’re a coffee lover, then the Magnum Black Espresso is your recommended dessert. The Magnum Black embodies sophistication. A combination of black espresso mixed with vanilla ice-cream and a thick layer of premium dark Tanzanian chocolate will surely appeal to gourmet coffee and chocolate lovers alike.

Sticking to the moods of Pink and Black, violinist Dennis Lau and Malaysia’s powerhouse vocalist, Ning Baizura entertained us pleasure seekers with a medley of performances. Lau was amazing with his instrumental interlude of Sam Smith’s “Writing’s On The Wall”, while Ning treated us with a flirtatious number – Beyonce’s “Love On Top” – and showed her vocal chops on Adele’s “Hello”.

You can check out more pictures from last night’s launch via Magnum’s Instagram account. You can also discover your Magnum Mood Colour (#TeamMagnumPink or #TeamMagnumBlack) on their website.


Charlie’s Cafe Goes Viral For Allowing Patrons To Feed The Poor

You may have heard of Charlie’s Cafe – this Malaysian eatery is not only known for serving amazing food (especially their Signature Fried Chicken Chop) but also for helping the hungry.

Charlie’s Cafe’s brainchild, Desonny Tuzan (Sonny), believes that when it comes to providing food, every single person should have their fair share, and that includes the poor that might not be able to afford their meals. That’s where “Pay it Forward” comes in.

“Pay it Forward” is a system where generous customers can purchase RM5 vouchers and contribute them for the less fortunate. “Customers get an option to contribute RM5, which gets them a voucher. We use that RM5 to prepare meals and send them to people who will then provide to street friends. Our consistent partner right now is Robin Hood Army. They pick up food from us every alternate Monday, and they send it out,” Sonny told Uppre.

Alternatively, patrons can also place their RM5 vouchers on the wall. That way, those visiting Charlie’s Cafe who don’t have enough money can make use of the vouchers to fill their belly. “We also occasionally host people to come have meals here – people from orphanages, shelters and all that. So at least they have a place (to) come and makan,” Sonny added.

Aside from their Signature Fried Chicken Chop with Salted Egg Gravy, it’s also worth mentioning that their desserts are equally delectable. Case in point: their Signature UFO Tarts and soft-serve durian ice cream made with actual durian fruit.

The details for Charlie’s Cafe are as follows:

For more information, check out their Facebook page or follow them on Instagram.

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Wonho Releases Handwritten Letter After Exiting From MONSTA X

This is a sad day for Monbebe. Following several scandals that surfaced this week, Wonho (이호석) has officially left MONSTA X (몬스타엑스).

Just hours ago, Starship Entertainment announced that the 26-year-old singer will be leaving the K-pop boy group. That being said, MONSTA X will continue on with 6 members – Shownu, Minhyuk, Kihyun, Hyungwon, Joohoney and I.M.

안녕하세요. 스타쉽 엔터테인먼트입니다. pic.twitter.com/2MSbpudbvf

— STARSHIP Ent. (@STARSHIPent) October 31, 2019

The company said that legal action will be taken against malicious rumours out there. In case you’re not up to date, Wonho’s past came back to haunt him after Jung Daeun claimed that he still owes her a whopping 30,000,000 won!

Han Seo Hee also took to Twitter to drop some serious allegations. In a series of tweets, the controversial figure spilled that Wonho had previously gone to juvenile detention when he was 17 years old. “I know what you did in 2008. Suwon Detention Center on special charges. I haven’t even started. Doesn’t being in a juvenile detention center make you a convict?” she wrote.

In an effort to salvage Pandora’s box, Wonho has decided that it would be best not to drag MONSTA X into his mess. Check out his full letter (as translated by soompi) below:

First, I would like to apologize for not being able to keep the promise that I would only provide good memories to our fans and for causing them pain. Furthermore, I apologize for causing concern to many people due to my personal issues.

I have received undeserving blessings and love while promoting as a MONSTA X member. I sincerely thank you for making precious memories for me. To the members who worked hard with me and stayed with me, I would like to tell them that I’m thankful and that I love them. [I would also like to show them] my apologetic heart.

There was a time when I was immature and have made big and small mistakes, but after becoming a trainee and making my debut, I stayed on track and worked hard to avoid being ashamed of myself.

I am announcing that I am leaving MONSTA X today.

I am apologetic for causing harm to the members due to the unfortunate issues related to me. More than anything, I am sorry for disappointing my fans who believed in me. I have reached this decision after seeing many people having a hard time because of me.

In addition to our members, I once again sincerely bow my head in apology to the fans who have believed in me and supported me.

Please give strength to MONSTA X. The members have nothing to do with me. I carefully ask that you at least give support and encouragement to the members. They are people who are too good to stop and get hurt like this because of someone like me. I am so thankful and apologetic to the staff, members, and lastly our fans who have allowed me to enjoy such happiness until this point.”

We are heartbroken that it had to come to this :(


McDonald’s Malaysia Debuts New Collection Of UglyDolls Happy Meal Toys

In Uglyville, weirdness is celebrated while strangeness is special. It’s the reason why we love UglyDolls. And Kelly Clarkson of course.

In conjunction with the released of “UglyDolls”, McDonald’s Malaysia is giving out 8 different toys from animated film. It features various characters from the beloved animation.

This “UglyDolls” toy set is unique from previous Happy Meal toy series because this set a playhouse to build, a figure from the movie, a pencil crayon, and a sticker sheet. This UglyDolls x Happy Meal promo is already available, and will run until the end of the month.

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#Astronomy: 5 Planets Aligning In A Celestial Spectacle To Be Visible In Malaysia Skies

Oh, what a treat for Malaysians! A spectacular celestial show will take place until February and apparently, we’ll get to see it.

According to Accuweather, 5 planets located closest to Earth will align in the sky in a spectacle that hasn’t occurred since 2005. Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn will all appear in the sky from now until the end of February, giving people around the world plenty of opportunities to view the rare astronomical alignment.

The best part is that we won’t need a telescope to see it because with clear skies and good eyesight, the phenomenon should be visible with the naked eye.

Stargazers on the other end of the globe will be able to witness this at dawn but for us Malaysians, the optimum time to see it is sometime after 8pm.

According to EarthSky, the celestial conjunction will last from today until the end of February, with 27th January offering an extra special view as the Moon will also come into alignment with the 5 planets. Jupiter and Venus will be the brightest of the planets.

Another good opportunity to get the best view of the planets will be on the weekend just before Chinese New Year. This will be when Mercury, located near both the Moon and Venus, will be the easiest to spot.

One easy tip to distinguish the planets from regular stars is to close one eye, stretch out your arm and slowly pass your thumb over a bright dot in the sky, Jason Kendall, a member of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York, told The New York Times. If the dot slowly dims out when your thumb passes over it, it’s a planet. If it quickly blinks out, it’s a distant star.

Go ahead! See if you can spot them. Good luck :)

Sources: MMO, EarthSky, Accuweather, The Telegraph, The New York Times / Featured image from Reuters.


“Space Sweepers”: 5 Fun Facts About Netflix’s Korean Space Film

We’ve seen big epic space opera films from Hollywood. Films such as “Star Wars”, “Guardians of the Galaxy”, and many more have become something very iconic for movie buffs who love space exploration or otherworldly films in general. There is even space-themed anime such as “Cowboy Bebop” (カウボーイビバップ) and “Outlaw Star” (アウトロースター) which became cult space classics for anime fans. But now get ready to witness Koreans take over the genre with Netflix’s new Korean movie “Space Sweepers” (승리호).

“Space Sweepers” is directed by Jo Sung-Hee (조성희) who previously directed “A Werewolf Boy” (늑대소년). The Korean film features popular drama actor Song Joong-Ki (송중기) as the ship’s ace space pilot, actress Kim Tae-Ri (김태리) as a mysterious ex-pirate, Jin Sun-Kyu (진선규) as a spaceship engineer, and Yoo Hae-Jin (유해진) who plays as potential fan-favourite reprogrammed military robot Bubs.

The Korean film is set in 2092 and takes place aboard the spaceship Victory, one of the many vessels surviving on scavenged space debris. The crew members occupying the spaceship are Tae-Ho (Song Joong-Ki), Captain Jang (Kim Tae-Ri), Tiger Park (Jin Sun-Kyu), and a robot named Bubs (Yoo Hae-Jin). Upon snatching a crashed space shuttle in their latest debris chase, Victory’s crew finds a 7-year-old girl inside. Discovering that the girl is the humanlike android wanted by UTS Space Guards, they decide to request for ransom.

Netflix users are surely getting a load of excitement for the premiere on 5th February. To those curious to find out more about “Space Sweepers”, here are some fun facts for viewers to understand more about the movie itself beforehand:

Before Sung-hee’s first popular commercial movie “A Werewolf Boy”, the starting of “Space Sweepers” traces all the way back to the year 2009. The Korean director started developing the story of the movie upon gaining knowledge from a friend of his regarding space junk that travels very fast in outer space.

“Space workers” collecting “space debris” that travels faster than the speed of bullets and can kill people. The script that began from these two key words a decade ago has now resulted in seeing Korean “space sweepers” up in space on the small screen.

Space is a place where no ordinary person has ever ventured before, but have seen multiple times in Hollywood movies. Korean director Jo Sung-Hee alongside the production team started working on “Space Sweepers” with the particular goal of innovating a brand new world where Korean characters can wholly fit in with the context of space.

The director and the production team had to rely mostly on their country’s technology as well as creativity to make a new world, something people won’t see being portrayed in movies from Hollywood. It is also special to “Space Sweepers” according to the general guide created by the plot and its characters.

Actress Kim Tae Ri was feeling a sense of pride to be involved with such a project like this film, because if one were to mention sci-fi, people tend to assume it’s a Hollywood production. The actors also remarked saying that they feel the Korean flag on their chest.

Korean actor Yoo Hae-Jin plays Bubs, who is the nation’s first-ever robot or android character made through motion capture. Even with motion capture being countlessly used in a lot of Hollywood films (“Avatar”, “Star Wars”, “Planet of the Apes”, “Lord of the Rings”) and even some attempts done in domestic projects in South Korea as well, Hae-Jin is the first actor of “Space Sweepers” to portray a robot character using motion capture alongside voice acting.

The actor performed in a motion capture suit comprised of markers tracking his movements with additional devices strapped to the suit which provides visuals of characteristics of the space and movements of an android, cyborg, or robot. Jeong Cheol-Min (정 철민) had to stay on-site for 70 out of 74 shoots to set the optimal environment for the shoot with lighting as well as various other equipment for the succeeding part of the CG process. This is to aid the zero point for tracking the movement that had to be reset for almost every new scene.

Filmed footages were then refined through the post-production process of the VFX team animating Bub’s movements with costumes and lighting that provides detail to make the character appear on the screen. In addition, Bubs’ style adds to an enjoyable visual experience as he pulls off most outfit changes all thanks to his admiration for pretty things.

Although fans may not see Hae-Jin’s face in “Space Sweepers” as Bubs, the actor still has his voice, gestures, and movements that grasp the hearts of audiences alongside his humour and playful antics. Hence, his presence is very much visible.

“Space Sweepers” has one aspect that makes the movie feel entirely different from regular Hollywood sci-fi films. That aspect is placing ordinary Koreans as the main highlight of the film. They are individuals who are just coping and attempting to earn enough money to survive rather than being space heroes living in their own league. The costumes or outfits they wear reflect that.

Sweat, dirt, and dust are details that include a sense of realism to the story inspired themes of costumes and make-up altogether inseparably, even if the costumes for the members on Victory were designed to mirror each crew’s position or status on the spacecraft as well as their preference. Gwak Jeong-Ae (곽 정애), the costume director for “Space Sweepers” elevated the feeling of reality of the movie with the member’s fashion being aligned with the current outfits worn in real life. Such outfits include Tae-Ho’s jacket, Captain Jang’s leather jacket with sunglasses, Tiger Park’s work clothing, and also Bub’s colourful and vibrant informal attires.

Jeong-Ae ensured that the outfits made them seem like they are a working-class group of a spaceship by designing their costumes to look old and shabby. Director Jo Sung-Hee requested that the spacesuits designs to be light, proper, and flexible enough to ensure the characters move around seamlessly. With the extra analysis of various spacesuits seen in other sci-fi films with countless adjustments, “Space Sweepers” created costumes that are really unique.

Casting a foreign or non-Korean actor is a big deal for a non-Hollywood film. British actor Richard Armitage is one of the few well-known actors from the big movie industry cast for a role in “Space Sweepers”. The actor had to overcome a language barrier to finish a unique and intelligent character.

Fans may know Armitage in major films such as the “Hobbit” franchise, “Into the Storm”, “Ocean’s 8”, and even an MCU film “Captain America: The First Avenger”. The British actor has created a huge following with his roles in various television series such as Netflix’s “The Stranger” and the third season of “Hannibal” on NBC. During his teen years, Armitage actually performed with a circus as well as in the Royal Shakespeare Company which made him decide to partake in “Space Sweepers” because he was attracted to the human story inside the genre of space sci-fi.

Armitage plays the role of the movie’s main antagonist James Sullivan, the constructor of the space development corporation UTS and is now developing Mars to ensure another civilisation. The role is perfect for Armitage’s performance, masking a deep voice with such class and strength to his performance that aligns with what director Jo Sung-Hee had in mind formerly. The British actor really does fit the role of the character. Going through a lot of research through books, pictures, and videos, Armitage exchanged ideas with Sung-Hee and even made conversations directly with the other actors while overcoming language barriers to finish his character for the movie.

The actor even has this to say about Korea in general, “Thank you for inviting me to play Sullivan, for bringing me to Korea, a place across the other side of the world… and introducing me to a new country and all of the sights and the culture, but most importantly for including me in a film which I think the Korean film industry is going to be extremely proud of“.

“Space Sweepers” is premiering this Friday (5th February) on Netflix across the world.

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