Universal Music Malaysia Launches First Islamic Sub-Label, Masyhur

Universal Music Malaysia, Def Jam Recordings Malaysia, and Celebrity 360 joined hands and held their first Raya open house together. It also commemorated Universal Music Malaysia’s first Islamic sub-label, Masyhur.

Several local talents under Universal Music Malaysia and Def Jam Recordings Malaysia such as DOLLA, Insomniacks, The Gadys, Razzuan Rosli, Yonnyboii, Siqma, ASYRAF NASIR, Kmy Kmo, and Luca Sickta entertained the guests, media, and brand partners. Also performing were Wani Kayrie of Rocketfuel Entertainment and Airliftz of RedRecords.

The sub-label – established in 2020 – oversees this year’s new releases from artists such as Fattah Amin, Mestica & Dato Hattan, and a compilation album in collaboration with Begood Music titled “Zikir Rintihan Hati”. Through the launch of Masyhur, Universal Music Malaysia revealed its latest talent search initiative through a web series called Masyhur Redefined. It will be featuring Faizal Tahir as the primary judge alongside celebrity judges as mentors to young Malaysians who want to take a shot at stardom in the music industry.

Masyhur also shared their 2021 initiative “Kongsi Rezeki” – a six-part YouTube series with Begood Music showcasing the spirit of volunteerism and importance of community-building relationships amongst Malaysians – and organised the Youth Street Music Festival for the first time in 2020 at various locations such as KPTM Cheras and Asia Pacific University featuring In-Team, Yonnyboii, Halim Ahmad, Shalma Eliana or YANA, Dai’ Syed, ASYRAF NASIR, and Luca Sickta.

The Managing Director of Universal Music Malaysia Kim Lim said, “Having the chance to celebrate Aidilfitri with the team, our artists and partners together with our media friends, it’s made what seemed a challenging last two years’ worth it. I’m truly honoured to celebrate Universal Music Malaysia’s expansion through its continuous objective in diversifying our music releases, business portfolio and creative marketing initiatives.”


#Viral: New Video Of Bullies Bullying Schoolmate Goes Viral

A new video of a student being bullied in school is now spreading like wildfire on social media.

This is the 2nd time that a bullying incident was reported via social media this month. Earlier last week, several primary school kids were seen bullying and humiliating another student in a 6-minute-and-29-second-long video that has gone viral on Facebook.

As for this 2-minute-and-51-second-long video, a student clad in a baju kurung can be seen beaten up by another 2 students.

The footage shows the victim being slapped by a girl who was dressed in sportswear and a tudung. Another girl went on and hit the victim in the face repeatedly. Her abdomen was kicked by one of the bullies and her head was seen hitting against a wall.

The bullies later dragged her around by pulling her hair until she fell to the ground. They also insulted her by calling her “bodoh” (stupid) before chasing her out of the class.

Laughter could be heard in the background of the video as well. The other students that are seen in the video posed for the camera instead of helping the victim.

Suruh dia masuk, nanti nampak.(Ask her to come in, otherwise can see)

As of time of writing, the video that was uploaded by Warga Prihatin‘s Facebook page has been viewed over 40,558 times and shared more than 313 times. The video sparked angry reactions from the whole Internet community, most of which expressed their disappointment at the behaviours of the students.

But, what are your thoughts on the video? Let us know in the comment box below.

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A Word With The Beautiful Lee Hyun Woo

Last weekend, popular Korean idol and “To The Beautiful You” star, 19-year-old Lee Hyun Woo made his maiden trip to our side of the world for the very first time.

Now, for an actor his age (he’s only as teenager!) he has come a long and far away, having appeared in various TV series, movies, variety shows, and even a music video.

We checked up on him real quick to find out how he has been dealing with the popularity, or if he has had any outrageous fan moments:

Hi Hyun Woo. Welcome to Malaysia! How has your trip been so far? Have you seen much of the city or tried any of our local food?

“Actually, I arrived earlier and I had a tour of the city yesterday. I also had the opportunity to go to a Malay traditional cuisine restaurant where I tried some Malay food. I went to a Malay ‘Pasar’ where I tried some of the local street food and I find those interesting. I have not tried the ‘Durian’. I haven’t tried ‘Nasi Lemak’ yet, but I tried ‘Char Kuey Tiao’ and I find it quite similar to the Korean Fried Rice.”

Has being this popular given you any outrageous fan moments? If so, what and where was it?

“I had not yet experienced any outrageous fan moments. But if it would happen in the future, I guess I would be happy because it means that they really like me that much.”

Leave a message for Hype Malaysia’s readers and your Malaysian fans!

“I would like to say thank you very much to my fans in Malaysia for wishing me well. I wish to give a better image in the future. And I hope to come back to Malaysia again in the future.”

Aww. He’s so humble though! It’s hard not to love him. We hope you’d come back soon too, Hyun Woo! Thanks for speaking to us. To read more about Lee Hyun Woo’s day of stealing hearts and knocking his fans off their feet, click!


#EXID: Fans & Netizens Criticise Group’s New MV For Being “Overly Sexual”

So the sexy girls of EXID are back with their 1st full-length album, “Street”, and their latest music video for the album’s title track, “L.I.E” (엘라이), has gained over 1.5 million views in just 24 hours!

Unfortunately, despite the love they have been receiving from their fans, the girls have made headlines for all the wrong reasons. Netizens and social media users are criticising the female idol group’s “overly sexual” music video.

Apparently, many netizens pointed out that the music video has numerous sexual innuendos that “even a middle school kid can understand”.

For instance, many references to “69” can be found throughout the video. The 4-minute long video clip shows “6:09am” on a clock while the number “690” appeared on the hotel room key Hani was holding. One netizen commented, “Why 6 and 9 out of all the numbers? I can’t think of any other reasons than the one I have in mind”.

Also, fans were quick to notice that when maknae Junghwa was lying on the floor, a male-shaped shadow hung over her in a “suggestive” position.

Just in case you don’t know what the number “69” refers to, it is a sex position.

Other controversial elements include the use of 2 pink bells and a peach fruit to symbolise a woman’s breast and butt, Hani shaking a pepper grinder with a “lusty” expression on her face, rapper LE’s bathtub scene, and the girls’ suggestive poses.

“Don’t go saying that I have a dirty mind. It’s there. No doubt,” commented a social media user.

Do you think EXID’s music video for “L.I.E” is sexual?

Our take? The music video does have a lot of sexual references but this has always been EXID’s concept. The music videos for their hit singles, “Up & Down” and “Pink Hot”, are equally as suggestive as the new music video.

This is not an uncommon sight in the K-Pop industry as many other idols, especially female idols, have been applying sexual innuendos in their music videos for a while now. Girl groups such as Stellar, AOA, and Rania are known for their sexy dance moves and even sexier music videos.

The truth is, sex sells, and it is selling really well. So why not just enjoy the music the girls have worked so hard on? “L.I.E” is actually a pretty decent K-Pop song and the music video is pretty fun to watch too, despite the controversy it’s receiving.

What do you think about EXID’s new song? Feel free to share your thoughts with us and discuss ’em in the comments below :)

Sources: All Kpop, Soompi / Featured image: All Kpop.

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(UPDATE) Rookie Kemy Disses 2NE1’s Park Bom

Kemy, of rookie group A.KOR stirred quite a controversy over the weekend when she released a rap track on SoundCloud. The track, titled, “Do The Right Thing” contains lyrics that sounds all too familiar as it has a lot of references to this.

Yup. It appears that Kemy was dissing major South Korean entertainment label YG Entertainment and one of their most popular idols, 2NE1’s Park Bom. Specifically, Kemy rapped about Park Bom’s drug scandal, going as far as saying things such as, “The Samsung employee 29 pills, was arrested and detained, you had 82 pill but why are you innocent? Bullshit.”

She also made references to Park Bom’s face, how YG handled the scandal, and even 2NE1’s songs such as “Come Back Home”, “Can’t Nobody”, and 2NE1 leader CL’s “Mental Breakdown”. In fact, the track starts with Kemy dropping one of CL’s most popular intros in 2NE1’s hit song, “Fire” which goes like, “I go by the name of..”

Full lyrics for Kemy’s “Do The Right Rap” as follows:

Your bloated, swollen face.
You’re not satisfied no matter what you put in it
You’re going to become an old person next to an ugly child
You drag your entire body and slap it onto your face
You’re at the point of addiction, “STOP IT!”
X? O? The answer is X, toxic
Someone call the doctor, someone stop her
You’re about the same as the Gangnam Beauty [who got plastic surgery 28 times]
You’re weak, and you fell into drugs
Did the drugs fall into the jelly box?
Who glanced over the 4 pills that disappeared?
Since when were the prosecutors so nice?
The Samsung employee had 29 pills, and was detained at the detention center
You had 82 pills, and why are you innocent? They’re super cool
The ambassador of the Ministry of Justice? You had a very fitting role, huh?
You took the title of the first smuggling-dol, huh? Amphetamine sh*t
The articles were taken down so well. YG is no joke
Try to cover up the sky with your palm. You just got your case suspended?
It must be nice for your fans to cover you up
I’m jealous that your CEO writes a novel for you
You set fire on your Roommate friends, and they must feel chaotic, because the corn exploded
You’ll hide behind your influential label and then come back when it gets quiet
Radio Star or Healing Camp, or anywhere. There won’t be a blow to you, huh?
YG, mental breakdown, your fans, mental breakdown
How do you have time to go to Japan? Hurry and come back, come back home
No one else can be a smuggling-dol without you, can’t nobody
Listen to this and clap your hands, let’s go party
YG, mental breakdown, your fans, mental breakdown
How do you have time to go to Japan? Hurry and come back, come back home
No one else can be a smuggling-dol without you, can’t nobody.
Listen to this and clap your hands, let’s go party NOW!

A.KOR’s agency, DOO Republic, has finally spoken up about Kemy’s diss track. According to allkpop, the agency said, “It was only a diss track meant for submission into a rap competition, nothing more and nothing less, which is why we have remained quiet on the topic. However, as an 18-year-old girl is in great shock over all this, we will finish this week’s set schedule and then wrap up promotions.”

Meanwhile, many netizens are still condemning the diss track, with some asking for A.KOR to be disbanded:

YG Entertainment has yet to comment on the issue.

What do you guys think? Rap competition submission or not, was this really uncalled for? Was Kemy indeed playing with “Fire” (no pun intended) since A.KOR has only recently debuted (other members include Jiyoung and Minjoo) on 25th July? Sound off in the comments!


This Man Beat Usain Bolt’s Previous Record With Traditional Buffalo Race

Jamaican sprint athlete Usain Bolt once made history after he completed a 100-metre race in 9.58 seconds, he was then given the nickname Lightning Bolt for his outstanding feat. Fast forward to 2020, it looks like Bolt’s 10-year-old record has been tarnished by a young Indian named Srinivasa Gowda.

He competed in a buffalo race held in his hometown of Karnataka. Also referred to as the Kambala race, racers need to sprint across the muddy paddy field while holding onto two buffaloes in order to finish the game.

During the event, Gawda came in first with a time of 13.62 seconds for a distance of 124.4 metres! This means he only took 9.55 seconds to go through the first 100 metres – 0.03 seconds faster than Bolt’s previous record back in 2009. Gowda’s mind-blowing achievement has since made several headlines across the globe.

In response, sports minister Kiren Rijiju revealed his plans on recruiting the 28-year-old as part of the national team. “His rail ticket is done and he will reach SAI centre on Monday (17th February). I will ensure top national coaches to conduct his trials properly.” Rijiju wrote on his official Twitter.

We wish all the best for Gowda. Hope he can keep inspiring us with his record-breaking achievements.


YouTube’s Comedy Week: The Biggest Open Mic On The Planet

Comedy fans and YouTube addicts, rejoice. YouTube is hosting its first-ever comedy week in May, and you can expect some big names to take part in the largest open mic on the planet.

Google’s video-sharing website announced on Thursday that the seven-day cyber extravaganza, YouTube Comedy Week, will run from 19th May 2013 to 25th May 2013 and feature some of the best comedy across its expansive video platform. The mega-serving of standup will include a collection of live events, video premieres, and collaborations.

To guarantee laughs, some of comedy’s biggest names are submitting contributions, including Sarah Silverman, Rainn Wilson, Michael Cera, Vince Vaughn, and Seth Rogen. Former Saturday Night Live cast member Andy Samberg’s comedy troupe “The Lonely Island” also plans to debut new videos. Popular comedy destinations with YouTube channels are also participating, such as The Onion, Funny or Die, Nerdist, and CollegeHumor.

YouTube’s first-ever comedy week will kick-off with a live, all-star variety show from Los Angeles’ Culver Studios, and will feature stand-up, sketches, and musical performances.  The show is scheduled to stream live globally on 19th May 2013 (Sunday) at 8pm EST, with a special pre-show at 7pm.

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Netizens Slam Uncle For Splurging On iPhone 11 When He’s Actually A Top Specialist

In case if you’ve missed the hype, everyone has been buzzing about the latest addition in the iPhone smartphone series – the iPhone 11.

Recently, one of the biggest resellers of Apple products known as Switch posted on their Twitter account photos of 2 lucky Malaysians who bought the all-new iPhone 11 phone at their Kota Bharu Trade Centre Store.

Our first and 2nd customers for the brand new iPhone 11 Pro Max and iPhone 11 Pro at Switch Kota Bharu Trade Centre 🥳 @XavierNaxa pic.twitter.com/dvaK8vEhCs

— Switch Apple Mac (@SwitchTM) September 27, 2019

But not all are happy with the tweet, though. In this case, some netizens have expressed their bitterness by leaving hateful and degrading remarks towards the uncle on the left – who bought himself an iPhone 11 Pro Max as stated in the tweet.

Some even pointed out that instead of splurging on the phone, he should have focused on his ibadah (worship). Check out some of the comments here:

However, it was later revealed that the uncle got a ton of criticism actually works as a gynaecologist at the KPJ Perdana hospital in Kota Bharu, Kelantan. Known as Dr. Awang Nila Ismail, this uncle is more than capable of owning the highly-specced iPhone using half of his own monthly salary!

The details of the specialist doctor has since became viral among internet users. For those who are curious, here is a detailed biography of Dr. Awang Nila:

guess what this guy here is my dad's friend and people literally mocking saying that it's better to go to umrah but then he went to umrah like every year HAHHAHAHHA https://t.co/9eps90gjie

What do you think of this issue? Do you think it’s necessary for the keyboard warriors to blurt out such offensive words to the uncle?


Penang Checklist: The Hidden Gems

According to Forbes, George Town aka Penang’s city is one of “The 7 Best Places To Retire Around The World”. In fact, it ranked #3 on the list, right after Portugal and Ecuador, way before France and Colombia. Not that being Malaysian automatically makes us bias but we can’t even dispute that. Why? Well, Penang may be only 1,048 km² but the island is rich with history, epicurean delights, sunshine, and above all, hidden gems.

Would you be shocked if we told you that the wonders of the island goes beyond just Gurney Drive alone? Nevermind the night market along Batu Ferringhi or any of its shopping malls because believe it or not, there are more things to feast your eyes (or your appetite) on!

This place is so awesome, it deserves a category of its own. Situated on a hill right by the Tropical Spice Garden overlooking the Batu Ferringhi coastline, Tree Monkey checks all sorts of awesome qualities that you can imagine. Its decor draws inspiration from traditional Balinese aesthetics, with imported hardwood tables and chairs complemented by an attap-covered gazebo and lounge. As for their menu, it’s a mixture of Northeastern Thai, Asian, and Western cuisines, complemented by a great selection of beverages to suit every palette.

Location, awesome. Food, awesome. Ambience, awesome. We’ll leave it up to you to find some equally awesome company to go with.

Want to experience food beyond just Gurney Drive? The good news is, Penang has quickly picked up on the coffee/breakfast/brunch culture and we love it. If you’re looking for places where you can kick back, relax, sip on that latte, wolf down some baked eggs, and take pretty pictures, what say you hit up the likes of China House, Coffeesmith, Joyeux Cafe, Love & Latte Cafe, Secawan ‘n’ Such, De Moonlight Cafe, and 55 Cafe, just to name a few. We could go on and on but there are simply way too many to name!

You best experience ’em on your own when you get to Penang.

Move aside, overly pricey 5-star hotels, you’re a thing of yesteryear. These days, we’re all about refurbished heritage buildings and boutique hotels, and it just so happens that Penang is host to some of the prettiest accommodations such as Ren I Tang, Seven Terraces, Eight Rooms (Macalister Mansion), 23 LoveLane, etc. Sure, these accommodations could be quite pricey too but keep in mind that you’re paying for more than just a bed with clean sheets, hot water, air-conditioning, and other amenities – you’re also paying for the experience of staying in a hotel with character.

Just remember that rooms are probably limited, especially so during peak holiday seasons. Time to make those bookings early and fast!

Alright, we’ve admitted this before – we can’t get enough of street art. Even more so if quirky artworks are spotted in our own country! It just so happens that Penang falls under the category of “places in Malaysia that are a street art galore”. More often than not, people queue up under the sun to take pictures of the below artworks. Well, either take pictures of or take pictures with, because the artworks are that ah-may-zing. The collage below will speak for itself, we reckon.

Wondering where in Penang exactly to find them? We’ll save you the trouble and tell you now that you’d definitely find some of Ernest Zacharevic’s work along Armenian Street or Ah Quee Street!

So, this isn’t really a “hidden gem” per se but for an island as small as this one, they sure have it good going for them when it comes to partying. They say that the Penang crowd is a “tough crowd” but maybe it’s because when they party, they really party. Hard. You’d be amazed by the amount of nightlife on the island – from quiet bars with live music to clubs jam packed with partygoers such as QE II, Soju Room, Straits Quay Retail Marina, Sixty9ine Mansion, BED, etc. Some Penangites might even agree that the nightlife in Penang could easily match up to that of Kuala Lumpur’s.

The question is not whether it’s happening – the question should be whether or not you can handle it.

There’s a new entertainment hub in Penang called Nagore Square! Positioned as a lifestyle destination with a mixed use of retail, arts & cultural, F&B and entertainment area, Nagore Square is located along the intersection of Jalan Burmah and Jalan Nagore and stretching up to Jalan Bawasah. The row of shops were apparently bought over by a Singaporean company that decided to turn it into a hybrid of indoor and outdoor spaces while retaining the beautiful heritage buildings. A walk down the shop lots will find you a showcase of heritage designs of old world such as the Little Shanghai heritage against a modern world backdrop.

Expect to see lots of hipster cafes here because vibe.

Other sights, sounds, and unique experiences (such as shopping) should never be overlooked. Shopping in Penang, especially, is a unique experience because not only does it have huge malls (read: Gurney Plaza), it’s also home to some traditional bazaars and street markets. Looking for something special? Lebuh Armenian (China Joe’s 41 Living Story, Studio Howard) or the Little Penang Street Market are the places to go.

To give you a little “push”, here are some upcoming Malaysian public holidays for the rest of 2014 and 2015. Go ahead and take that time off! Happy Penang trip planning, you guys.

If you have any suggestions, holler ’em at us in the comment box below!

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#Valerian: Rihanna Joins Luc Besson’s Upcoming Sci-Fi Film

There’s almost nothing that our “bad gal RiRi” aka Rihanna can’t do. Not only did she dominate the music charts with her songs, she also conquered the red carpet with her amazing sense of style.

And now, “Lucy” director Luc Besson further proves that the Barbadian singer has the ability to rule the world by announcing that “she has a big part” in his upcoming sci-fi film, “Valerian“.

Besson himself broke the news through his official Instagram account:

Like Besson himself, fans of Rihanna (including us) are super excited about Rihanna being cast in this film.

Further details about her role are kept under wraps, but judging from her acting in her latest music video for “B*tch Better Have My Money“, one can only imagine that she would play another a pretty badass villainous role. Since this is a sci-fi film, she might even be playing an alien too!

The chart-topping sensation had previously starred in a number of feature films, with her feature film debut being made in “Battleship”. However, her role was relatively role as compared to the other cast members. She later fleshed out her acting resume with a cameo in “This is the End” and “Annie”.

Earlier this year, she voice acted Tip, the lead role of animated adventure film “Home”. Thus, it still too early to pass our judgment on her ability as an actress and “Valerian” will give her a chance to show off her acting chops.

“Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets” will be based on “Valerian and Laureline”, a popular French sci-fi comic series that was first published in Pilote magazine in 1967.

It follows the adventures of Valérian, a dark-haired spatiotemporal agent who travels the universe through space and time with his redheaded female companion, Laureline. All of the stories have been collected in a graphic novel album format, comprising of some 21 volumes plus a short story collection and an encyclopedia. With influences from the classic literary science fiction, writer Pierre Christin created the series with artist Jean-Claude Mézières.

Though the final installment of the comic series was published in 2010, it is one of the top 5 biggest-selling Franco-Belgian comic titles of its publisher, Dargaud. It also became a landmark in European comics and pop culture as traces of its concepts, storylines and designs can be found on popular sci-fi films such as “Star Wars“, “The Fifth Element”, and “Avatar“.

Cara Delevingne and “The Amazing Spider-Man 2” actor Dane DeHaan will play the travelling agents in the movie. Clive Owen will also be starring in it as a character named Commander Arün Filitt.

Delevingne, whose recent filming credits include “Paper Towns” and “Pan“, will be seen next in “Suicide Squad” while DeHaan will portray Hollywood icon James Dean in an upcoming drama film “Life” alongside Robert Pattinson. Both actors will next be seen together in “Tulip Fever”, a movie that also stars Alicia Vikander, Christoph Waltz, and Jack O’Connell.

As for Rihanna, she is currently gearing up to release her highly anticipated 8th studio album, “Anti”.

“Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets” is due to be released on 21st July 2017.


Hunky Fitness Trainer El Lye Insists She’s A Woman

Meet El Lye, formerly known as Elaine Lye.

The 36-year-old fitness trainer from Ipoh, Perak, recently made headlines for her physical appearances. Many were confused that despite her manly image, she identifies herself as a woman.

“Yes, I have the body of a man. But I have the heart of a woman,” Lye was quoted as saying. According to reports, Lye’s body underwent a drastic transformation when she started taking anabolic steroids during an intensive bodybuilding programme. The 1.54m-tall woman was able to increase her body weight from 42kg to 62kg thanks to the added muscles and strength.

Lye may look like an attractive muscular man on the outside, but she claims that she is not a transgender and has not undergone surgery. Having said that, Lye admits her physicality has forced her to use male public restrooms. There were previous instances when security was involved when she entered a ladies restroom.

Since opening her own gym, Muszle Warrior, in 2007, Lye has been inspiring gym goers with her “go hard or go home” motto. If you ever need extra motivation to stay fit and work for that rocking body, feel free to follow Lye on her Instagram account here.

Sources: Free Malaysia Today, Asia One (1)(2), Hangat/ Featured image: FMT.

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#Halloween: Horror Films To Watch For The Rest Of 2014

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, well, at least for us horror film fans! Honestly, it doesn’t even matter if these horror films will be released this month or next month because we can most definitely enjoy watching horror movies at any time of the year. Since Halloween is just around the corner, we’ve decided to compile a list of horror movies that will be released by the end of 2014.

From horror film franchises to horror comedies to independent horror films, we’ve just the right amount of spooky treats for you:

“Annabelle”, the brainchild of James Wan’s “The Conjuring” is a spin-off film based on the origin story of Annabelle aka the demonic Raggedy Ann doll. The doll first made its appearance in “The Conjuring” but the origin story of the doll was never told in the film. However, since the doll became one of the main selling points of the film, the spin-off film aims to put its origin story in limelight.

Starring Ward Horton and Annabelle Wallis, the film is directed by John R. Leonetti (the cinematographer for “The Conjuring” ) and written by Gary Dauberman. “The Conjuring” director James Wan and Peter Safran were involved in the film production too. The film was released around the same time as Dracula Untold.

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No, it’s not a creepy horror film but “The Book of Life” could be an animated film worth watching as the story is inspired by the Mexican “Day of Dead” holiday. Much like Halloween itself, the “Day of Dead” is an annually celebrated festival dedicated to remembering the dead in a positive way.

With a unique visual style, the animated film is about Manolo, a young man who is in love with the beautiful Maria but goes on a journey in 2 fantastical worlds after he dies unexpectedly. Through the journey, he must overcome his greatest fear to return to the human world for Maria. Directed by Jorge Gutierrez and produced by Guillermo del Toro (Pan’s Labyrinth), the romantic-comedy film is voice acted by Diego Luna, Zoe Saldana, Channing Tatum, Ice Cube, Ron Perlman, Christina Applegate, Danny Trejo, Cheech Marin, Kate del Castillo, and Eugenio Derbez.

“The Room” is the latest Thai horror film to hit Malaysian cinemas after the screening of “The Swimmers” last month. The film may remind you of another Thai horror film, “3AM” as the film is divided into 3 different short stories; “Green Sonata”, “Honeymoon Suite” and “17.00”.

“Green Sonata” is about a nobleman who loses his wife and begins to experience paranormal events after having an affair with a prostitute in a brothel. As for “Honeymoon Suite”, the story is about Ple, a broken-hearted girl who accepted a special offer to stay in the Honeymoon Suite only to realise that the room is “special” for a reason. Just like “Honeymoon Suite”,”17.00″ is about a story of a mafia and his follower, who were forced to stay in the last room in the hotel, but find it very unsettling to stay in the room after experiencing strange paranormal events. The stories are completely unrelated and the locations of all the stories are set in 3 different rooms.

If there is one board game you shouldn’t toy with, that would be ouija board. It’s a gateway to troubles and you’d not want to mess around with the spirits or even worse, the demons. “Ouija” is about a group of teenage friends who are forced to face their worst nightmares after accidentally awakening the dark powers of an ancient spirit board in a foolish attempt to summon the spirit of their lost friend.

It may reminds you of the late Robin William‘s film “Jumanji” but it’s clear that both films are different when they’ve awakened the evil spirits instead of animals. In fact, everyone was under the impression that the game was harmless but the ouija board is believed to be used for demonic possession as well. Directed by Stiles White, the film is produced by the same people who produced “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre”, “Paranormal Activity”, and the “Insidious” series.

No longer “the boy who lived“, Daniel Radcliffe is now the boy who has been cursed with horns, as seen in his latest film “Horns”. Based on Joe Hill’s dark fantasy novel of the same name, “Horns”  is an American-Canadian dark fantasy thriller film about Ig Perrish, a young man who was accused of the rape and murder of his girlfriend after strange horns started growing out of his temples. Thus, Perrish uses his newly discovered paranormal abilities to lure the deepest secrets from anyone he encounters and eventually uncovers the real killer.

Directed by French film director Alexander Aja (of “Haute Tension and “The Hills Have Eyes” fame), the film received largely positive response after its world premiere at the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). We won’t spoil it for you but we must say, Radcliffe looks pretty darn scary in his post-transformation look. On top of that, he had to change his accent from British accent to American accent just to portray his character in the film.

It looks like any name with “-belle” in it could really be a trend as the upcoming horror film “Jessabelle” is set to haunt your dreams soon! Rest assured though, no creepy-looking doll will be featured in the film as “Jessabelle” is about Jessie, a grief-stricken woman who feels a terrifying presence in her father’s run down Louisiana mansion after she found a gift from her late mother.

Directed by Kevin Greutert, the film is another brainchild from the producers of “Paranormal Activity” and “Insidious”. It was originally slated for release on January 10, 2014 but the release was pushed back to August 29, 2014. The release was once again pushed back to November 7, 2014 with a limited release and a video-on-demand release.

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Can’t get enough of zombie films like “World War Z” or “Resident Evil”? Well, why not try watching other films based on the undead creatures i.e. mummies, as well? Although mummies will not come alive (or will they?), mummies have always been portrayed as a cursed undead creature in horror genres. In fact, the ancient Egyptian mummies are always discovered or brought back to life by the archaeologists in films.

Using the same concept, “The Pyramid” follows the story of a team of archaeologists who become trapped in a newly discovered pyramid that was buried deep in the Egptian desert. To make things worse, the archaeologists realised that they have become trapped with some unwanted guests in the pyramid. Will they all make it out alive? We don’t know yet but we will find out when it hits cinemas this December.

The Babadook Official Movie Trailer 2014 from Kristina Ceyton on Vimeo.

“The Babadook” is perhaps one of the most interesting horror films with refreshing plot as the film throws away all the recent horror cliches; no demon possessions whatsoever. “The Babadook” follows the story of Amelia, a single mother who is battling with her son’s fear of the bogeyman that haunts his dreams. When a disturbing storybook called “Mister Babadook” mysteriously arrives at their house, Amelia begins to realise that there’s a sinister presence all around her.

The film is a feature directorial debut from Jennifer Kent, who has also penned the script for the film. The film was shown at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival earlier in January and it has since received a lot of positive reviews. Rather than just putting jump scares in the film, “The Babadook” also has its focus on the relationship between the mother and the son.

Now, we know our list of horror films to watch in 2015 came a little prematurely that you may think that we haven’t compiled enough horror films in the list. Thus, we have now added some other horror films into the list and let’s just hope that there’ll be more to come. Check out the list below:

Do let us know if there’s a horror film that will be released soon and we will gladly put them into the list! :)

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Meet The 12 Characters & Voice Actors Of Incredibles 2

“The Incredibles 2” has been a long time coming for fans of the original animated feature. A brief teaser trailer was released last year, showing Mr. Incredible as a stay-at-home dad taking care of little Jack-Jack.

Disney recently released the full cast of the new and returning characters for “The Incredibles” sequel. The first film saw the Parr family trying to blend in and keeping their identities as Supers hidden from the world. But those days are about to change.

We still have approximately 4 months before “The Incredibles 2” debuts in cinemas. Before that, check out the 12 characters below:

“Bob Parr cherishes his days as Mr. Incredible—a popular Super with mega-strength and the power to singlehandedly take out the bad guys. Ever since Supers were outlawed, Bob’s been mostly lying low, raising the family alongside his wife Helen. But when she’s called on to stretch her Super skills and hopefully change the public perception of Supers for the better, Bob must manage the household on his own, which calls for a completely different set of super powers.”

“Helen Parr hung up her Supersuit to raise the family with husband Bob, leaving their crime-fighting days behind them. But when Elastigirl is tapped to lead a campaign to bring the Supers back into the spotlight, she finds she can still bend, stretch and twist herself into any shape needed to solve the trickiest of mysteries. In short, she’s still got it. That’s good news, too, because a new villain is emerging—unlike any they’ve ever seen before.”

“As the firstborn of the Parr clan, Violet is an introverted and intelligent 14-year-old teen that doesn’t quite fit in with the normal crowd. Socially awkward, outspoken and sarcastic, Violet plays her teenager role to perfection—all while secretly mastering her superpowers of invisibility and creating force fields. A Super at heart, Violet can’t help her urge to fight crime alongside her family.”

“Dash is a 10-year-old boy—restless, relentless, curious—though his remarkable power of Super speed certainly sets him apart. Dash sports a hearty sense of adventure and a boundless supply of energy. He’d love nothing more than to show off his special skills and fight a few bad guys along the way—and doesn’t understand why he has to keep his powers a secret.”

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— Disney•Pixar's Incredibles 2 (@TheIncredibles) February 12, 2018

“Jack-Jack, the baby of the family, likes to sit back with a bottle and a good story. Well-versed in gibberish with a penchant for throwing food, Jack-Jack may seem like a typical toddler, but he just might turn out to be the most powerful Parr in the household—if only his family had a clue of what this kid can really do.”

“E possesses impeccable design sense, a keen understanding of cutting-edge technology and an unmatched skill set. A creative visionary, she longs for the return of Supers so she can once again create functional yet edgy Supersuits. The petite and powerful fashionista treats her clients like family, but sticks firmly to her long-held assertion: No capes!”

“Lucius is not only Bob’s best friend, he’s a fellow-former Super who’s so chill, he can make ice with the point of a finger. But even when he’s not fighting crime, Frozone is all about style. He has a quick wit and a cool, can-do attitude—and he wouldn’t think twice about breaking out his Supersuit if it could help bring Supers out of hiding.”

“Voyd is a young, overeager “wannabe” Super and a mega-fan of Elastigirl. Her superpower is the ability to divert and manipulate objects around her by creating voids that allow the objects to appear and disappear, and shift in space.”

“Evelyn created a telecommunications company alongside her brother Winston. She is brilliant and knows her way around tech. She loves tinkering and there’s no problem she can’t solve.”

“Winston leads a telecommunications company alongside his sister Evelyn. Super rich and savvy, he goes big in all his endeavours. This includes his infatuation with Supers and bringing them back. As long as he can find a hero to help him change public perception.”

“The Supers find an advocate in a dignified foreign Ambassador who is committed to the support and legalisation of Superheroes.”

“Rick leads the Superhero Relocation Program and has helped the Parr family keep their identity a secret on a number of occasions. He takes his job very seriously, which isn’t always easy. However, once his department is shut down he can no longer offer his assistance and the Parr family is left on their own.”

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#DAY6: Rock Band To Release New Tracks Every Month In 2017

After debuting in September 2015, DAY6 has only had 2 releases to their name. But all that is about to change.

At midnight today (Wednesday, 28th December), JYP Entertainment posted a 2017 calendar for DAY6 titled “Every Day6”, and it gave us a glimpse of the rock band future plans.

According to the calendar, the band will have activities every single month, and they are slated to have 2 concerts at the start of the month. This will then be followed by the release of new music. However, before kicking off their hectic schedule, DAY6 will be meeting fans on 5th January for a pre-concert.

Seeing as DAY6’s last release was in March 2016, it comes as no surprise that fans are extremely excited over this announcement. Back then, the group released their 2nd extended play “Daydream”, with the title track “Letting Go (놓아 놓아 놓아)“, but failed to make any significant impact in the music scene.

Hopefully, this will all change with the continuous releases in the new year.

Prior to their debut, the group was named 5Live. They made an appearance in YG Entertainment’s survival reality show “Who Is Next” alongside WINNER and iKON, and even released an OST for the 2013 drama “Bel Ami”. The finally made their debut in 2015, but unfortunately, in February, former member Junhyeok left the band due to personal reasons.

For more info, visit DAY6’s official website and Facebook page.


From ZUS To Secret Recipe: The Tastiest NOSH Promotions This Week!

We’re back with more sweet treat selections to satiate your tastebuds!

Whether you’re craving something sweet and salty, or hot and spicy – in this week’s edition, we’ve got it all! Read on for the deets on new and ongoing F&B deals you’re gonna eat up!

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Secret Recipe has just revealed two new delectable flavours in its Platinum Collection of cakes. Featuring smaller sizes, the Platinum Collection offers cakes with enriched flavours, catered for more intimate celebrations. The two new flavours include the ever-popular Red Velvet, previously available only in Secret Recipe’s Signature Collection; and Sweet Potato, an entirely new offering created by Secret Recipe for its Platinum Collection.

The Red Velvet and Sweet Potato cakes will be available as whole cakes in Secret Recipe’s Platinum Collection at all Secret Recipe stores throughout Peninsular Malaysia. Both cakes are priced at RM78 (take-away) and RM85.35 (dine-in).

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You can tell it’s a tasty treat when you learn its a combination of caramel and biscuit. Big Apple Donuts has unveiled two marvelous new flavours, the Double Caramel and Choco Caramel. Choco Caramel, the ideal mashup of chocolate and caramel, contains a white chocolate coating, biscuit crumbs, and fresh chocolate cream topped with chocolate lines for an added layer of rich chocolate flavour. As for the Double Caramel, anticipate a dollop of fresh biscuit cream that gives each bite a mouthful of delicious caramel. Grab these two exciting new flavours at the nearest Big Apple Donuts outlet now.

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Pair your meals at Nandos with RUBRO, a one-of-a-kind still drink infused with Rooibos tea from South Africa. Available in two flavours – Peach and Berry – enjoy this refreshing, caffeine-free, low calorie and all-natural drink with any PERi-PERi meal.

This place might be one of PJ’s top eateries. Black Camp PJ is a pub and restaurant with a camp motif that ups the IG-worthy vibes factor. The large moon replica hanging from the ceiling and the surrounding vegetation serve as the area’s main draws. Also, there is a tent-style outdoor camp setup where you can eat. Black Camp PJ serves a wide selection of Western and Chinese food as well as refreshing beer!

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Enjoy Spring with the rich, comforting and nutty flavours of Starbuck’s all-new Pistachio White Chocolate series. Enjoy the Pistachio White Chocolate Macchiato, a blissful combo of rich pistachio sauce folded in the classic Starbucks Macchiato, made with smooth steamed milk, foam and espresso. Gain energy from Pistachio White Chocolate Frappe – a blend of sweet and salty – made with milk, ice Coffee Frappucino syrup base, Frappucino Roast Soluble Coffee, pistachio and white chocolate sauce. These new beverages are available now and while stocks lasts.

You can also try some of their favourite desserts that’ve made a comeback: Raspberry Cream Ribbon Croissant, Neopolitan Cake (only available in WM) and Raspberry Cheesecake (only available in EM).

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Known for its Fire Chicken and Pink Lava drink, Richeese Factory has now opened its first outlet right here in Malaysia! Located at 1 Utama Shopping Mall, this popular Indonesian fast food chain specializes in serving fried chicken topped with cheese sauce. If you love spicy stuff, we dare you to try their Fire Chicken. Richeese Factory also has a second outlet at Berjaya Times Square. Can you take on the heat?

Location: Richeese Factory (1 Utama Shopping Mall & Berjaya Times Square)

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Craving some hotpot? We’ve got just the place for you. This futuristic hotpot spot with neon lights, cool signs and even cooler music, gives you a lively ambience for you to enjoy you meal. If you prefer some privacy, check out their VIP rooms that can fit up to 30 pax. Chao Hotpot Bar serves a variety of unique soups, ranging from kimchi, curry, Canton chicken and more. Pair any of their soups with more than 150 choices of side dishes for a delectable meal. For seafood lovers, you can try their Little Mermaid Seafood Platter!

Location: Chao Hotpot Bar, The Starling Mall

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It’s Spring and everything is getting pinkish at ZUS. Check out ZUS’ four new beverages, which are part of the the Sakura Paradise range. Try the Iced Sakura Rose Matcha, a wonderful flavour of sakura, topped with whipped matcha foam poured over ice; Sakura Rose Frappe, a refreshing frappé with a blend of rose and Sakura, icy lemon punch, topped with whipped cream and sprinkles; and Hot or Iced Sakura Latte, a cute pink latte. Enjoy these beverages at any ZUS outlet while stocks last.

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8 Halloween Treats (Or Tricks!) For You And Your Loved Ones

Scary season is finally back! It’s already halfway through October, and we’re counting days till we can dress up for Halloween. Endless people in costumes, endless parties and endless fun lie right ahead and we are totally excited for it!

Although Halloween is not officially the season of giving, but it is the season for trick or treating! So, here are eight ideas for you to treat (or even trick!) your loved ones.

Location: Sunway Lagoon, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Subang Jaya

Bring along your loved ones to this annual spooky event-of-the-year, Nights of Fright (or just NOF)! This year is its 8th year running and they have been stepping up their spook game every single year. A ticket to NOF is the perfect treat for you and your loved ones to celebrate Halloween.

Location: Any Starbucks outlets near you

If you don’t already know, Halloween season also means Pumpkin season. And Starbucks Malaysia has released new drinks inspired by this called the Pumpkin Spice series! The series is available not just in iced, hot and frappuccino but also Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew and Nitro Cold Brew. It is the ideal drink for you and your loved ones to try this Halloween season.

Location: Any LUSH outlets or online platforms

If you are looking for cute Halloween-inspired products to share with your loved ones, stop scrolling right this second because LUSH offers you the best of the best! Their new Halloween-inspired range of LUSH products not only helps with your body and your face but it is also so cute to look at. It is the best (and cutest) gifts for you to treat your loved ones. Check out their new range of products right here.

4. Universal Monster X Levi’s Spine-Chilling Collection

Location: Any Levi’s outlets or online platforms

If you are looking for new outfits to style this Halloween season, Levi’s is collaborating with Universal Monsters for a new spooky collection! The icons of horror meet icons of style in this collection celebrating some of the greatest monsters to ever appear on the silver-screen. The collection is inspired by three legacy films that brought upon an entire cinematic genre, “Frankenstein (1931)”, “The Bride of Frankenstein (1935)”, and “The Mummy (1932)”. Check out their collection here.

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In Malaysia, heat is an inevitable reality. That is why CU is here to save your day! The Korean convenience store has introduced a new range of delicious milk chocolate drinks and soft serve ice cream, all inspired by the theme of Halloween. Available in three flavours including; Iced Milk Chocolate, Iced Milk Chocolate with Cookies Crumbs and Iced Caramel Milk Chocolate with Cookies Crumbs. Guaranteed to give you a chill all the way down your spine!

Cake is always a must-get-together occasion, and so is Halloween! The season of costumes and partying totally deserves a cake of their own. So, Cake Together have made a whole new line of Halloween-inspired cakes. It is so cute to look at and even more delicious to eat! On top of cakes, there are also cupcakes, cookies, bouquets, piñatas, balloons and much more. Check out their new range of Halloween-inspired theme cakes right here.

Location: Any H&M outlets or online platforms

If you are interested in or looking to buy and gift children’s Halloween costumes, look no further! H&M is offering a wide collection of Halloween costumes specifically for children and babies. The wide collection includes; a Harry Potter costume, a Spider-Man costume, a Queen Elsa costume, a Stitch suit and many many more! Check out their collection here.

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Of course, everyone knows Kit Kat as the unofficial chocolate for sharing. Simply break a bar (correctly puh-lease!) and share it with a loved one. For Halloween, the new KitKat Bar Dark with Southern Australian Orange Flavour is the ultimate chocolate for you to treat your loved ones or even, to treat your spooky neighbourhood. Do note that one of the main ingredients is Australia’s Blood Orange, which is perfect for the spooky season!

Puteri Teja contributed to this article.

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Taeyang Reveals Tracklist & Audio Preview For “White Night”

On Tuesday (15th August), YG Entertainment took to Twitter to reveal the tracklist and audio preview for Taeyang’s (태양) long-awaited solo album.

[TAEYANG – 'WHITE NIGHT' TRACKLIST]originally posted by https://t.co/XZQ3IOI9MY#TAEYANG #태양 #WHITENIGHT #백야 #TRACKLIST #SNIPPET #YG pic.twitter.com/AckbqzBzHb

— YG FAMILY (@ygent_official) August 15, 2017

“White Night”, which is set to release on 16th August, consists of 8 tracks including “Darling” (title track), “White Night”, “Wake Me Up”, “Ride”, “Amazin'”, “Empty Road”, “Naked”, and “Tonight” feat. Zico. Moreover, it was reported that “Darling” is a breakup track composed by Teddy, Choice37, Future Bounce, and 8!, with lyrics written by Teddy.

On the other hand, sub-title track “Wake Me Up” is written by The Black Label producers Kush, Joe Rhee, and R. Tee. “It is a song that can maximally show new vocal colors. I liked everything about it from the concept to the end result. ‘Wake Me Up’ tells the story of not wanting to wake up from a dream about a lover,” said the BIGBANG member.

[TAEYANG – 'DARLING' M/V TEASER]Watch @ https://t.co/8Dox45N2Cy#TAEYANG #태양 #DARLING #MV #TEASER #COMEBACK #WHITENIGHT #백야 #白夜 #YG

— YG FAMILY (@ygent_official) August 14, 2017

In other news, Taeyang, who is the honorary ambassador for the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics, will be bringing his “White Night” world tour to Kuala Lumpur on 15th October. He is also going to be on MBC’s popular reality show “I Live Alone”, where he’ll be revealing his bachelor pad for the first time.

For more info, hit up Taeyang’s official Facebook page.

Source: YG Family’s Twitter page / Featured image: YG Family’s Twitter page.


#SNSD: Sunny Drops Mysterious Photos Hinting At Solo Debut?

Half of the SNSD Girls’ Generation members have made their debut as a solo artiste – will Sunny be next?

The 27-year-old singer dropped a few mysterious photos on her Instagram along with the hashtag “#spoilersunny” earlier this week, causing fans to speculate that she might be dropping a solo single soon.

The 1st spoiler was simply a photo of several flying pretzels against a yellow background, with the caption, “I can’t just leave like this so here’s spoiler!! #spoilersunny #curious #ifyourecuriousthennextmonth.”

Moments later, another photo was uploaded. This time, it was a photo of Sunny’s shoulder, accompanied by the message, “Oh there’s a mole on my shoulder!!! lol Found a mole haha #spoilersunny.”

We have no idea what it means, but some fans are speculating that it could be spoilers for SNSD’s upcoming comeback. However, majority of the fans believe that the singer could be teasing for her solo release.

Sunny made her debut in 2007 with SNSD, and has consistently made appearances in several Korean variety shows. She has also participated in numerous side projects such as musicals, radio hosting, and original soundtracks.

For updates on the singer, you can follow her on Instagram.

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Rapist Sentenced To Jail Term: Justice Is Served

Earlier in August this year, 22-year-old electrician Chuah Guan Jiu was released on a RM25,000 bond of good behavior for three years by the Session Court for raping an underage girl. The said underage girl was his then girlfriend and she was only 12 years old. And he got away with it (almost) scot-free

The Sessions Court’s decision drew widespread criticism from women and civil rights groups, on top of an explosion on all social media and news platforms regionally. The fact that his case followed national ten-pin bowler’s Noor Afizal Azizan’s rape incident so closely didn’t contribute to anyone being in his favour, or in the court’s decision’s favour, for that matter.

And just today, local news have reported that the High Court in George Town, Penang has overturned the initial decision of the bond and has ordered Chuah Guan Jiu to serve a jail term of five and a half years. Yes, the said rapist has finally been sentenced!

Justice Datuk Seri Zakaria Sam, who imposed the final verdict upon Chuah Guan Jiu said, “You should know the risks under the law and be ready to face the consequences. You cannot claim consent in court. An adult like you having sex with a 12-year-old is a manipulator. She trusted you but you took advantage of her. Instead of sending her to school you took her home and had sex. In statutory rape, consent is irrelevant. A female under 16 is deemed incapable of giving consent under the law. Even if she had submitted, you knew she was underaged and had the choice to reject her”. (Source)

“Young girls need to be protected from manipulators like you”, he added. (Source)

Well said, Justice Zakaria. And yes, justice is served. Now, what about Noor Afizal Azizan?


Marvel: Extended TV Spot Reveals New Footage From “Avengers: Age Of Ultron”

We know what you’re thinking, but Marvel did not show you the whole movie through its trailers and extended TV spots for “Avengers: Age of Ultron“. It’s true that they’ve featured tonnes of new footage in the new TV spots, but most of them are recycled from all the trailers they’ve released on YouTube so far.

In fact, the extended TV spot could be the final trailer you’ll ever see this month.

In contrast to the previous trailers and TV spots, the extended TV spot focused more on Scarlet Johansson’s Black Widow. Although the first minute of the trailer recycled the footage from the previous trailer, the last 30 seconds showed Black Widow teaming up with Chris Evans’ Captain America to defeat James Spader’s Ultron.

Black Widow may not be getting her own solo film (yet), but she is one of the most popular characters among her team members in Avengers.

In the 2nd “Avengers” film, she will be fighting against Ultron and its minions alongside Captain America, Robert Downey Jr.’s s Iron Man, Chris Hemsworth’s Thor, Jeremy Renner’s Hawkeye, and Mark Ruffalo’s The Hulk.

The official synopsis of the film is as follows:

Marvel Studios presents “Avengers: Age of Ultron,” the epic follow-up to the biggest Super Hero movie of all time. When Tony Stark tries to jumpstart a dormant peacekeeping program, things go awry and Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, The Incredible Hulk, Black Widow and Hawkeye, are put to the ultimate test as the fate of the planet hangs in the balance. As the villainous Ultron emerges, it is up to The Avengers to stop him from enacting his terrible plans, and soon uneasy alliances and unexpected action pave the way for an epic and unique global adventure.

Written and directed by Joss Whedon and produced by Kevin Feige, “Avengers: Age of Ultron” is scheduled for worldwide release on 1st May 2015.

It will be released in Malaysia on 23rd April 2015.

You can check out the new TV spot below:

What do you think of the new extended TV spot? Are you excited to watch this film?

Share your thoughts in the comments box below.

For more information, visit the Avengers’ movie website or Facebook page.

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iKON To Come To Malaysia For 2018 CONTINUE Tour!

The 7-member idol group will be stopping by Kuala Lumpur for their “2018 CONTINUE Tour”. They announced the good news today (Monday, 2nd July).

Their first world tour will kick off in Seoul at Olympic Gymnastics Arena on 18th August. iKON will then start on their Asia leg of the tour, which will take them to Taipei, Bangkok, Singapore, Manila, Jakarta, and Hong Kong.

More countries will be announced in the coming months.

This isn’t iKON’s first time in Malaysia, as the boy group was here in August 2016 for their iKONCERT tour. They put up an energetic 2-hour show for fans, and is expected to do the same in their upcoming concert.

The group’s 7 members – B.I, Bobby, Kim Jinhwan, Koo Junhoe, Song Yunhyeong, Kim Donghyuk, and Jung Chanwoo – made their official Korean debut on the 15th of September 2015 through the digital release of their first single “My Type”. It was included in their first studio album “Welcome Back” and performed extremely well on Korean charts.

Their latest track “Love Scenario”, from their album “Return”, has been topping charts consistently since its release in January.

For more info, visit iKON’s Facebook page.


Netflix’s “The Mitchells vs. the Machines” Review: You’re Gonna Laugh & Cry With This Robo-Calyptic Fun Fest

While the concept of artificial intelligence gaining vengeful sentience and taking over the planet is barely an original idea, it’s the notions that have spun out from this genre that have kept it oh so fresh. So, if you have Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the kooky minds behind hits such as “Into The Spiderverse” and the “Jump Street” franchise serving as the producers of such a movie, you know you’re in for a ride on the trippy road.

“The Mitchells vs the Machines” is the comedy duo’s latest effort after 2018’s huge web-slinging success. Tapping the directorial talents of “Gravity Falls” writers, Mike Rianda and Jeff Rowe, the film centres on Katie Mitchell (Abbi Jacobson) is an aspiring filmmaker who’s about to leave for California to pursue her artistic future at a prestigious film college.

In a world supported by the boundless imagination of the Internet, Katie’s videos are about as chaotic as a hamster pulling on a bottle and dancing to Alice DJ’s “Better Off Alone”. Of course, her family similarly inhabits different sections of the colour spectrum.

Lil’ bro Aaron (Mike Rianda) has a knack for dinosaurs, and being the weirdest… but still mostly dinosaurs. Mommy Linda (Maya Rudolph) is the sort of eerily sweet aunt who bakes you cupcakes with your face on them. Daddy Rick (Danny McBride), on the other hand, is the chill dude who loves everything about the outdoors like building sheds and traps and getting stuck in his own wooden contraptions.

And, yeah, to top it off, there’s a cross-eyed dog named Monchi, played by the Internet’s favourite pug, Doug.

However, while the diverse characteristics all make for an interesting family dynamic, friction actually occurs between Katie and her dad. Rick Mitchell exhibits a sort of parental insecurity with Katie. Her chroma-key indulgences can’t penetrate her dad’s technophobia, and this is something that brings her at odds with her dad at home. Even when she’s excited to go to college, his seeming disapproval of the field crushes her feelings, making her more distant from her familial soul.

Why… does this sound so familiar? Oh yeah, we’re Asians. (Snorts…*) Moving on.

After some coaxing by Linda, Rick attempts to make things right by haphazardly putting together a road trip to the West Coast to send Katie off. While things are kinda alright at first, it all spirals out of control when *BAM!* Robots attack and begin capturing humans, placing them in force-field pods to be sent off into the emptiness of outer space.

It is then that Sarah Connor and the T-800 leap in from the future and save all humanity in one perfect swoop. One last celebratory shot. Credits roll. Buh-bye.

One of the film’s strengths lies in its satire of an Instagram society. We live in a world where our minds, and sometimes our physical bodies, are glued to our screens. How many times have we felt the sharp pain of our mobile device going the way of gravity on our faces while we are happily resting on our beds?

The film’s second title, “Connected”, was probably conceptualised to reflect that sort of dissociation from our actual lives while we are absorbed into virtuality that connects us with the rest of the world. Yes, we record everything in our lives. Yes, we love watching videos of a person chowing down on the last dandelion of the season on a random sunny day.

Indeed, the social media giants of today are constantly feeding into our consumer mindset, providing endless updates to create and express. Filters. Omegle. Clubhouse. The Internet is so vast that we have this limitless aspiration to get as big as we can on this platform that we have. Services are becoming more streamlined, with some old business concepts going the way of the dodo. Yet, it begs the question, if a cataclysm were to happen and our connectivity is abruptly taken from us, would we be able to survive as a race?

Again, it’s not to say that our technological boom at the turn of the millennium has not been explored in multiple forms of art. Yet, “The Mitchells vs the Machines” spruces up that very concept into a heartwarming tale, with a Red Bull infusion of memes into its narrative bloodstream.

Of course, “The Mitchells vs The Machines” does not make that entire aspect its main theme. It does criticise everything as technology is part and parcel of our lives whether we like it or not. As a matter of fact, much of the movie revolves around Katie’s relationship with her father while the other Mitchells are caught in the middle of this rift. There’s a certain resentment that Katie holds as a teenager on wanting to break away from her family’s shadow. Rick doesn’t understand her Gen-Z ways. He fails to understand that her talents and gifts aren’t the conventional ones he’s used to seeing.

There are multiple occasions where we get to exclaim “OK, BOOMER” at the screen, but… Rick is not heartless. He loves his daughter very much and just wants the best for her. As we progress through the film, we see compromises that each side takes for the other as they work toward a common goal to save humanity from extinction.

In the end, it’s the message of family that prevails. No matter how dysfunctional or how distinctive each member may be, it is familial love that holds it all together. It’s a heartwarming message that pushes all the way through to its credits where you see all of the performers and crew members with their families. Not gonna lie, just seeing all those faces adjacent to the scrolling names was a beautiful cherry, and we shed some tears at this moment.

As for its brand of comedy, we have to give props to the writing team. The quick-cut punchlines are a welcome feature and are used to good effect because it does not get too overbearing. Sure, there are tons of stuff in this movie that make you question its sensibilities, but that’s the whim of it. “The Crown” actress Olivia Colman as a Siri-like virtual assistant going full-Skynet along with the crazy fun that is a humungous Furby tearing up a dilapidated mall will have you bawling with laughter. Or… having robots question the existence of Monchi, malfunctioning as they fail to get an answer are some of the other hilarious gags that get audiences rolling on the floor with their guts tied up in a laughing knot.

The great thing about this is that you never know what to expect. The writers are smart enough to subvert expectations due to the family’s unpredictability. Viewers are thrown around the room with glee as we never know what is coming. One minute, it may be dinosaurs, and then the next will be a full-blown magnetised plane coming out of the sky at ya (ok, that never actually happens but we’re lookin’ at ya Torretto).

It’s chaotic, but enjoyable, in every sense.

The wacky animation is a part of the film’s comedic DNA as it incorporates random animation techniques into its cell-shaded style. Whenever someone is thinking, you often see some a conceptualisation of emotions onscreen as well albeit in two-dimensional form. There’s a lot of care when it comes to its framing which certainly helps to highlight the scale, intensity and reactions to a particular sequence.

Truly, this is one of the funniest and yet wittiest films we had the opportunity to watch this year. If you’re feeling down, “The Mitchells vs The Machines” is the trigger to get your endorphins flowing. Despite its quirky humour, it still manages to get into the roots of a fast-paced society along with the relationships of this day and age to create a wonderful and wholesome experience. Truly, it’s one for all ages.

“The Mitchells vs the Machines” is currently streaming on Netflix.

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The quirky fun that is "The Mitchells vs the Machines" is an amazing example of how quick-cut comedy can still work for a coherent narrative while maintaining its overall focus on its sweeter themes. Indeed, you'd be better off with the Mitchells if you want to live!


Hollywood Star Kevin Hart Brings “Irresponsible” Tour To Malaysia

The star of “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” Kevin Hart is coming to Malaysia this December to present “The Kevin Hart Irresponsible Tour”.

Malaysian organiser LOL Events has confirmed the news on their social media, “You’ve heard the rumours, but now it’s official! Arguably the hottest comedian in the world right now, Kevin Hart is coming to Malaysia!”

Mark as Hart’s first visit as well as first show in Malaysia, the one-night-only stand-up comedy will take place on 15th December 2018 at Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil.

“Irresponsible” is the follow-up to Hart’s record-breaking “What Now?”, where the 38-year-old became the first comedian to sell out an NFL stadium.

Tickets for the Malaysian leg will go on sale on 21st July at 10am via MyTicket.Asia. They will be priced at RM200 (CAT4), RM250 (CAT3), RM300 (CAT2), CAT1 (RM360) and RM450 (VIP).

The details to “The Kevin Hart Irresponsible Tour in Malaysia” are as follows:


Netflix’s “Nightbooks” Review: A Horror Film For The Whole Family

The horror genre has evolved past its label of simply being “them scary movies”. Indeed, they range from the deeply cerebral catalogues of A24 to the haunted house fun of James Wan’s twisted mind. Hell, there are even ones that are make you feel less like a scaredy cat and more like a badass. Looking at you “Army of the Dead”. Yes, everyone needs a good scare from time to time, even kids and there are films that genuinely cater to that demographic. We’re not talking about horror films with kids, mind you. We’re talking proper horror flicks that kids can actually watch. Think 2009’s “Coraline” or the “Goosebump” films from R.L. Stine. They’re rare and far between, namely because they’re so damn hard to nail.

The subject matter has to be relatable enough to keep kids engaged. Tamed enough as to not upset the ratings board while also delivering on the scares as well! It’s a difficult rope to walk. It seems the latest effort to walk the line is coming from Netflix’s “Nightbooks”. The film is directed by the man behind the first supehero horror film “Brightburn”. Will director David Yarovesky bring on the terror? Or will he put the kids to sleep before their bedtime? Dim the lights and let’s find out!

Much like any other Grimm fairy tale, “Nightbooks” follows the story of a couple of children being trapped in the clutches of an evil witch. One night, Alex, a bookish amateur horror writer, leaves his apartment floor only to be lured into a whole other world. One full of magic and terror. A sorceress by the name of Natacha has captured the boy and forces him to tell scary stories each night. If he fails to do so at any point, Alex will be subjected to a fate worse than death. He’s not alone though. Alongside another victim named Yasmin, Alex will embark on a daring escape. One that will test his courage and imagination.

“Nightbooks” is well-aware of children fantasy roots and plays right into them, for better or for worse. The first half of the film can feel a little dull at times. Especially during segments dealing with the Alex and Yasmin’s friendship. We wouldn’t so much describe their chemistry as endearing as we would serviceable. There are a few fun horror anthology sub-stories to break up the monotony but it all feels like a prolonged prelude to the main event.

The third act of the film is when things start to get really interesting…and genuinely creepy. Without giving too much away, let’s just say that we’re glad that the horror aspect of the film finally arrives in full force. Well, better than never we suppose. It’s hard not to compare the film’s plot to that of Neil Gaiman’s “Coraline”. A creepy cautionary tale of being careful what you wish that slowly ramps on the scares before having it all come out in one explosive ending.

“Nightbooks” however doesn’t quite earn its horrifying twist near the end. It’s too busy setting up Alex and Yasmin’s escape plan without ever giving us any real threat. Yes, we know the witch threatens them from time to time but we just wish that the film did a better job of generating some stakes.

Let’s talk writing…it’s not great. The writers try to play off Alex’s insecurity as a social outcast against Yasmin’s survivor’s guilt to create some tension between them. Unfortunately, it’s not very well articulated, even for a kid’s film. It often devolves into characters just blurting out their feelings in dumb and clumsy dialogue.

Child actors Winslow Fegeley and Lidyia Jewett as Alex and Yasmin do aid in mitigating the effects of the lackluster writing. Fegeley does a great job in selling us Alex’s hidden pain with his expressive eyes and his adorkable demeanour. In terms of gravitas, Jewett is definitely the better of the two, playing off her character’s damaged past with greater restrain. The both of them are completely overshadowed, though, whenever Krysten Ritter’s Natacha comes on screen. She chews the scenery to a ridiculously campy degree.

Is it a little cheesy? Yes but you just can’t help but take to Ritter. The star of Netflix’s “Jessica Jones” looks like she’s honestly having fun in every scene she’s in. Some people will definitely get a kick out of Natacha’s sassy one-liners and over-the-top monologues. Others may find it grating or obnoxious depending on their taste.

As for the worldbuilding and special effects, they’re all a bit of a mixed bag. The majority of the film is mostly confined within Natacha’s magical apartment which includes a sprawling library and an enchanted garden. Unfortunately, the CGI is painfully noticeable when it comes to creature design. One scene involving demonic insects left us wondering where the film’s SFX budget went. When the film relies on more practical costume design and hand-drawn animated sequences, it excels in selling us the twisted fantasy. Seriously, if you’ve got toddlers in the room, you best get out when that candy-coated witch is on the loose. That shit is nightmare fuel for days!

Netflix’s “Nightbooks” is an early Halloween treat for younger viewers looking to creep themselves out before bed. Parents looking to have a spooky watch party with the family will have a decent time as well. Die-hard horror fans may find the juvenile premise and fantasy elements less than satisfying though, up until its stronger third act at least. If you came to watch Krysten Ritter go nuts on screen as an evil witch, then you’re in the right place! It’s all so delightfully cringe-inducing.

So what do you think of Netflix’s “Nigthbooks”? Did you love it? Did you hate it? Be sure to leave us a reaction down below!

If you horrorheads are still looking for more content, we recommend checking our review on James Wan’s “Malignant”.

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Netflix's "Nightbooks" is an early Halloween treat for younger viewers looking to creep themselves out before bed. Parents looking to have a spooky watch party with the family will have a decent time as well. Die-hard horror fans may find the juvenile premise and fantasy elements less than satisfying though, up until its stronger third act at least.


#TheLifeboat: Anne Hathaway To Star; Joe Wright Eyed To Direct

Known for his work on the classic adaptation of “Anna Karenina” and romantic drama war film “Atonement”, Joe Wright is in talks to helm the adaptation of “The Lifeboat”. Starring Academy Award winner Anne Hathaway, the film is based on a Charlotte Rogan’s 2012 book of the same title.

William Broyles Jr. is to pen the script of the movie according to the book which focuses on the story about a young newlywed-turned-widow, Grace Winter, who’s standing trial in 1914 for murder and the story recounts how with the help of her new husband she survived the sinking of the Empress, a transatlantic ocean liner. She finds herself on a lifeboat, only to discover there are too many people on board, leading to a moral crisis as to who stays and who has to go.

Working Title’s Tim Beva, Eric Fellner and Liza Chasin as well as Film 360’s Suzan Bymel and Ben Forkner together with Anne Hathaway are developing “The Lifeboat” while William Broyles Jr. will serve as an executive producer.

No news in regards to the release date and trailer for “The Lifeboat” has been released, but with Wright’s previous outstanding achievements, we believe that “The Lifeboat” will be an impressive movie.

In other related news, Wright recently directed an upcoming Warner Bros’ movie “Pan”. Starring Hugh Jackman, Rooney Mara and Cara Delevigne, the film is scheduled for a release on October 9th.


YG’s New Girl Group #PinkPunk Delayed To Make Way For #iKON?

Earlier last week, YG Entertainment CEO Yang Hyun Suk announced the upcoming debut of another boy group following the success of WINNER. The new boy group named, iKON, will be formally introduced on YG Entertainment’s new talent survival program, “Mix & Match”.

On the choice of name (iKON), Yang Hyun Suk said, “Instead of iCON, I replaced the C with K to represent K-Pop. I hope iKON will become a group that represents Korea.”

He also confirmed that iKON will consist of 3 members from Team B, the “losing team” from “Who is Next: WIN”. “Mix & Match” will also feature 6 other boys, bringing it to a grand total of 9 boys altogether:

While that’s probably YG Entertainment’s biggest news for the last quarter of 2014, this could also mean that the rumoured upcoming YG girl group which was supposed to debut since 2012, will not debut for at least another year.

The group, codenamed “Pink Punk, consists of YG trainees who were previously teased in some of the current YG artistes’ videos. For example, YG trainee Jennie Kim is no stranger to the K-Pop music industry as she was featured in BIGBANG leader G-Dragon’s music video for “That XX” and even sang alongside G-Dragon in “Black”:

According to some eagle-eyed fans, one other member from the said upcoming girl group named Lalice Manoban also briefly made an appearance in Taeyang’s “RINGA LINGA“.

The YG Entertainment trainees who are rumoured to be part of Pink Punk are such as:

Some of the above YG trainees have also been spotted out and about on several occasions right outside of the YG Entertainment building in Hapjeong, Seoul. Our opinion? YG, high time to formally introduce the above girls to us soon too!


#Hyunseung: Singer Talks About B2ST Comeback & Relationship With BIGBANG

B2uties (as fans of B2ST are lovingly known), prepare for mayhem!

B2ST‘s Hyunseung is still in the midst of promoting for his solo debut, but it seems like B2uties won’t have to wait too long to see him again because his group is reportedly gearing up for their comeback.

During an interview with Osen, several questions regarding B2ST were directed at the singer.

When questioned about the other members, he said:

My members are cheering me on a lot. They write on SNS and they personally support me. They all said the song is good and I think they were pleased with the album as well.

He also revealed that B2ST is currently preparing for their comeback, which will allegedly take place during summer.

We are preparing. If you wait a little, I think you will be able to see a good album. I think we might be able to meet before the hot summer ends?

Summer in Korea starts from June and lasts till August, which means that fans of the group will be seeing them very, very soon!

In a separate interview with TV Report, Hyunseung talked about his affinity with BIGBANG.

The members and I contact one another from time to time. We didn’t have a special conversation just because we met at the broadcast station. That would be more strange (laughs). It’s good that we are supporting each other.

Fans got to know Hyunseung through his appearance in MTV’s “BIGBANG Documentary”, which chronicled BIGBANG’s journey as trainees before they hit success. He used to be a member of BIGBANG, but was sadly eliminated by the agency’s CEO Yang Hyunsuk. This led to fans’ continued curiosity about the relationship between Hyunseung and BIGBANG.

When asked about promoting at the same time as BIGBANG, he stated:

I really like it. I think it’s a good picture to see that we’re promoting together, and I’m not being tied to BIGBANG.

We first met through a survival program and I was eliminated from BIGBANG. Had I disappeared without a trace or not earned popularity with B2ST, I honestly don’t know [how I would feel]. But now, BIGBANG and I are both doing well together, which is a good situation. I hope people will be able to view us positively because we are all doing well from our individual positions.

BIGBANG released their double title tracks, titled “Loser” and “Bae Bae“, on 1st May. A week later, Hyunseung released his solo album titled “My“, with “You’re My First (니가 처음이야)” as the title track.

Are you guys excited for B2ST’s comeback? Did Hyunseung’s comment about his current relationship with BIGBANG satisfy your curiosity? Leave your thoughts in the comments box below!

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Hype’s Now Playing: Samuel Kim Ft. Changmo – Sixteen (식스틴)

Samuel Kim (사무엘) has finally made his solo debut!

As promised, the “Produce 101” season 2 contestant released the music video for “Sixteen” (식스틴) featuring rapper Changmo (창모) on Wednesday (2nd August). “Sixteen” is also the title of his mini-album.

“Sixteen” contains 6 tracks including “Jewel Box”, “I Got It” featuring Maboos, “With U” featuring Kim Chung Ha, “1, 2, 3” featuring Maboos, and “I’m Ready”. In the music video, Samuel shows off his smooth dance skills as he dances in an empty supermarket and rooftop. The teen idol is also seen casually hanging out with his friends.

During his debut showcase, Samuel revealed that he’s excited to debut alongside Wanna One. “I’m friends with all of the members of Wanna One. I’m especially close with Park Ji Hoon, Ong Sung Woo, and Kang Daniel. We haven’t been able to keep in touch these days because we’re so busy”, he said.

He added, “We just happen to be making our debuts around the same time, and I think we’ll have fun seeing each other for the first time in a while and promoting at the same time.”

Born in 2002, 16-year-old Samuel Kim (otherwise known as Punch) was a potential member of Pledis Entertainment’s large scale boy group, SEVENTEEN. Prior to joining the 2nd season of “Produce 101”, he and rapper One formed a hip hop duo called 1PUNCH in 2015. Although the group disbanded shortly after, the Brave Entertainment trainee has always been popular among K-Pop fans thanks to his boyish charm, good looks, and unique singing voice.


Bruno Mars Sang Malay Song At Malaysian Concert

The result of the 14th General Election in Malaysia may be the hot topic for today, but last night, something amazing happen at Bruno Mars’ Malaysia concert – the Hispanic crooner sang a Malay song!

Even though it was just a few words, many fans swooned when the singer sang the line “Aku rindu mu, sayang”, which literally translated as “I miss you, baby.”

@BrunoMars how long you learned to sing in Malay? 😁 pic.twitter.com/urh24XCXbB

— Syaful.Mohamed (@syafulizwan) May 9, 2018

The 32-year-old replaced some of the lyrics from the song “Calling All My Lovelies” from his 24K Magic album, with the Malay words, and many fans are impressed by the singer’s on point pronunciation of the words.

Son: Dad, tell me more about 9th May 2018

Me: Sure, Bruno Mars sang a song in Malay

HOW CAN HE SOUND LIKE A TYPICAL MALAY DUDE 😭😭😭😭 IM IN LOVE ALL OVER AGAIN HAIS WHY U GOTTA DO THIS TO ME :( @BrunoMars https://t.co/leWynxFDP2

— QUEEN MELLY (@aarinnmelissa) May 10, 2018

That’s not all, since it was such a historical and memorable day yesterday, Mars’ concert was kicked off with Malaysian national anthem, “Negaraku”, sang by Malaysian-German singer Natasha Sass.

Thank you so much to @PRWorldwide and to @BrunoMars for this opportunity🙏Incredibly grateful❤😌#negaraku #brunomars #24kmagicworldtour pic.twitter.com/vWkjq2SZz4

— Natasha Sass (@NatashaSass) May 9, 2018

Taken place at the Axiata Arena in Bukit Jalil on 9th May, Mars also performed several fan favourites such as “When I was Your Man”, “Versace on the Floor”, “That’s What I Like”, “Marry Me”, “Just the Way You Are”, and “Uptown Funk” to more than 12,000 fans last night.

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Japanese Idol Group Dear Kiss To Hold Their 1st Fan Meeting In Malaysia

Up and coming Japanese idol group Dear Kiss will be making their debut in Malaysia next week to introduce themselves to the Malaysia media as well as their fans!

Members Saki, Miiwa, Rikako, Nonoko and Maho will be having a Meet & Greet sessions at Live Fact in The Strand on 22nd and 23rd June 2019 (Saturday and Sunday). Each session is limited to 200 pax only.

The girls are set to perform a couple of their songs during the sessions. Some of their known songs include “Tameiki no Sekai wa Iranai”, “Shiny Shy Girl”, “Shekina”, “Love Me” and more.

The 5-member group officially debuted in April 2016. 4 months after their debut, the group was invited to perform at Tokyo Idol Festival, which is considered to be one of the biggest idol events in Japan.

Their 1st mini album reached 1st place in J-POP charts’ Oricon Daily, and they held their 1st live concert at Shinjuku BLAZE on 20th August 2016.

On 13th and 14th July, Dear Kiss will be the main opening act at SMASH 2019, one of the biggest Anime festival in Sydney, Australia.

For more info about the group, visit dearkiss.net.


Thousands Of Dead Pigs Fished Out Of Shanghai River

Public concerns of the people in Shanghai are on a rise after thousands of dead pigs were found floating in its main waterway. Since Thursday, dozens of bloating dead pigs have been found in the upper Songjiang section of the Huangpu River. By Sunday, more than 1,200 pig carcasses have been retrieved. The pig carcasses count had risen to a bizarre number of 3,000 as of yesterday.

Despite pledges on water safety by Shanghai authorities, questions are now being raised over possible contamination of drinking water as the Huangpu River is a major source of drinking water for the city. Shanghai authorities have since repeatedly stressed that the drinking water in the Songjiang area has not been affected and still meets safety standards. On top of that, it is also being closely monitored, with immediate measure ready to be taken if any emergency is found.

Then the next concern would be the possible cause behind the sudden deaths of so many pigs in one place, since the Shanghai Agriculture Committee said that no reports of animal epidemic outbreaks have been received in the city. Where were they from? Did they drink the water from the river and die from something in the water? Were they thrown away? If so, why were they thrown away?

Shanghai authorities are investigating the matter, with high suspicions that the pigs were dumped by farms upriver.

Shanghai authorities have announced that as of yesterday, the number of dead pigs collected from Huangpu River has increased to 5,916. However, many corpses remain in the river. On Tuesday morning, 20 dead pigs were collected within 10 minutes, most of which had already started to decompose.


#SubaruPalmChallenge2015: #TeamMalaysia Bags 2 New Titles – A First For Malaysia

Late yesterday evening (Tuesday, 3rd November), the highly followed MediaCorp Subaru Car/Palm Challenge 2015 officially came to a close, crowning its respective winners.

Returning for its 14th year, the challenge kicked off on Saturday (31st October) afternoon, gathering a whopping total of 400 determined participants (320 Singaporeans, 80 regional) for the chance of winning the biggest prize in the history of the challenge.

Should the winner be a Singaporean, he/she would be bringing home a Subaru XV 1.6 I-S worth up to SGD115,000 (including COE) plus SGD5,000 worth of free fuel from Shell. If the winner is Malaysian, the prize would be a Subaru XV Premium worth up to RM114,000.

Alas, neither a Singaporean nor a Malaysian bagged the ultimate winning title as the contest was swept up by another regional contestant!

32-year-old engineer Nguyen Phuoc Huynh emerged winner a mere few minutes before the last 3 contestants standing were to have gone for their 5-minute 7pm break. The final Singaporean contestant dropped out first, leaving Vietnam and Malaysia to battle it out.

2015 is Nguyen’s 5th attempt at the challenge as he was also a contestant in the challenge’s previous years (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014). Nguyen also bagged 2 other titles on top of the grand prize – “Country Winner” (longest standing contestant from a country) and “Asian Winner” (longest standing Asian).

His closest contender was none other than 35-year-old Malaysian contestant Tan Hong Sheng.

Tan is also a repeat participant as he was part of the challenge in 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014. Clocking 77 hours at the end, he bagged the 1st runner-up title (cash prize worth SGD5,000), as well as the “Country Winner” title (prize worth SGD1,000).

He also helped pave the way for #TeamMalaysia to their “Country Team Winner” crowning glory. All 10 Malaysian contestants were handed a giant mock check of the “Country Team” prize worth SGD10,000, to be split evenly amongst themselves.

Despite the blistered palms, fatigue, hallucinations (due to sleep deprivation), and heavy, swollen legs, #TeamMalaysia essentially held on for as long as they could to claim the “Country Team” prize. The 10 of them clocked 580 hours collectively!

The MediaCorp Subaru Car/Palm Challenge 2015 was truly historic for #TeamMalaysia both the 1st runner-up as well as the “Country Team” titles were firsts for Malaysia :)

More importantly, this year was truly a game-changer (no pun intended) because for the first time ever, the grand prize winner was not a Singaporean.

Other “firsts” for the MediaCorp Subaru Car/Palm Challenge 2015 include:

Special mention: Thank you, Subaru, for sending us to Singapore and for the wonderful yet nail-biting and hair-ripping experience!

Hit up our Instagram for our full 4-day coverage of the challenge. For more information, visit the challenge’s official website.

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#FaceSwapLive: Bizarre App Allows You To Swap Faces & Give People Nightmares

Move aside, Dubsmash. A new viral mobile app is taking Instagram by storm.

As the name would suggest, the app lets you to swap faces with anyone from family to friends, to colleagues at work and celebrities, and even your dog. Basically, you get to wear people’s faces for fun and show it off on Instagram. However creepy that just sounded.

It’s becoming so immensely popular that in the past week, it was the top paid iPhone app in Canada, according to The Chronicle Herald. Face Swap Live has also launched a thousand YouTube videos, Imgur posts, and nightmare memes.

In fact, you may have seen BIGBANG member Taeyang flooding his Instagram with a few face-swapped posts over the Chinese New Year break:

Face Swap Live features a number of digital illusions: you can either plaster your face onto another person’s head, stitch someone else’s face onto your head, or swap faces with another person in real time. The results are usually so lifelike, it’s like your personal horror flick.

The app is currently available on the App Store, where it’s topping the charts as the number one paid app. We reckon that Face Swap Live will eventually come to Google Play too, by popular demand and all.

Sources: The Verge, Tech Insider, The Chronicle Herald / Featured image from Koreus.


Hype’s Now Playing: Martin Garrix vs Matisse & Sadko – Dragon

Martin Garrix and Matisse & Sadko channel girl power in new music video.

Dutch DJ/superstar and also EDM protégé, Martin Garrix has released his long-awaited collaboration with Russian production duo Matisse & Sadko titled “Dragon”. Taking in a different direction from his last track “Don’t Look Down” featuring Usher, “Dragon” doesn’t have the pop appeal and it’s another step in the melodic direction for Garrix as he moves away from the simplistic drum patterns found in previous tunes like his breakout smash hit “Animals”.

The release of the festival-driven single is accompanied by a rather interesting music video. Directed by Laban, the video starts off at a roller rink, where a girl catches her boyfriend cheating. She confronts him and his side chick which leads to her knocking the chick out. She then escapes on an epic roller skate adventure that leads to her dominating a street-dance circle.

That however, is not the end for this bad*ss chick or for “Dragon”. As the video fades to black, a mysterious “To be continued…” message pops up, leaving us curious for what’s coming next. One thing we know for sure is, Part 2, titled, “Breakthrough The Silence” is coming our way next week!

Part 2 coming next week… Break Through The Silence! @MatisseSadko

— MARTIN GARRIX (@MartinGarrix) July 6, 2015

Till then, here’s the video for “Dragon”.


J-rock Band [ALEXANDROS] To Debut Show In Malaysia

J-rock band [ALEXANDROS] has announced that they will be coming to Malaysia for the very 1st time this September.

Formerly known as Champagne, [ALEXANDROS] is a four piece rock band from Japan who is most recently known for singing the theme song for the live-action version of famous anime “Bleach”.

The band are currently signed to Universal Music Japan and are one of the bigger names in the current Japanese rock scene. They previously won New Artist of the Year at Japan Gold Disc Award, Best Rock Video for “Swan” at MTV Video Music Awards Japan, and Best Rock Artist.

After Malaysia, [ALEXANDROS] will be going on their 1st USA tour in October 2018.

A post shared by [Alexandros] アレキサンドロス (@alexandros_official_insta)

Formed in 2007, the members are made up of Yohei Kawakami on vocals and guitar, Hiroyuki Isobe on bass and backing vocals, Masaki Shirai on guitar, and Satoyasu Shomura on drums.

Organised by Toybox Projects, details for [ALEXANDROS] Live in Kuala Lumpur are as below:-

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Contest: “Despicable Me 3” Premiere Screening Passes Up For Grabs!

And the good news is, we’ve got 20 pairs of tickets just-a-waitin’ to be given away to 20 of our lucky readers ;)

“Gru faces off against Balthazar Bratt, a former child star who has grown up to become obsessed with the character that he played in the ’80s, and gets into some sibling rivalry when he meets his long-lost charming, cheerful, and more successful twin brother Dru who wants to team up with him for one last criminal heist to steal the diamond that Bratt has stolen”

Each winner will walk away with a pair of “Despicable Me 3” premiere screening passes. Good luck ?

“Despicable Me 3” is slated to be released in Malaysian cinemas on 15th June 2017.

For more information, visit the movie’s website or Facebook page.


Disney Removes Li Shang From Live-Action Mulan?

Disney’s live-action remake of “Mulan” has angered longtime fans once again. The studio’s latest crime? The removal of fan-favourite character Li Shang.

This comes after it was announced that Donnie Yen has signed on to play the Mulan’s mentor, Commander Tung. Instead of including the original main antagonist Shan Yu, the live adaptation will introduce a powerful evil witch played by Gong Li. In addition, Jet Li will play the emperor of China.

Twitter User @nerdyasians, who is known for Asian American news, announced that the beloved Li Shang has been cut out of the “Mulan” film. Based on a casting notice, it is believed that Li Shang has been replaced with a new character name Chen Honghui. It is rumoured that Chen Honghui will be Mulan’s salty hater rival but eventually develops feeling for her.

Many fans have speculated over the years that Li Shang is bisexual. As Mulan’s superior, Li Shang initially despised her for her incompetence. However, he grew to respect her after witnessing the brave warrior fight for her country. The pair eventually blossomed into a couple at the end of the animated movie.

This piece of new information is obviously not sitting well with a lot of fans. Take a look at their reactions below:

Screw Disney for taking Li Shang out of Mulan. There is no excuse for that but homophobia. Who is gonna sing this, pray tell? pic.twitter.com/VN4deHLwOI

— The Distracted Tatiana (@myrcellasear) April 16, 2018

First they add Prince Anders in Aladdin, and now they erase Li Shang from Mulan!? Could you imagine a Cinderella movie without Prince Charming or BatB without the Beast!? Why??? Stop messing with Mulan! pic.twitter.com/5z3Yti9V6Q

Disney has not released an official statement in regards to this matter.

Do you think that replacing Li Shang is a downgrade?


M’sians Can Claim For A Refund If Fined For Not Wearing Mask In Private Cars

Starting 1st August 2020, the government has made it compulsory for everyone to wear face masks in crowded public places and also when using public transport. If you fail to comply, you could be fined RM1,000.

However, there has been a lot of confusion on which occasion would require the public to wear face masks. As a result, many were fined for not putting their masks on including while driving in their private cars.

To avoid further uncertainty, Defence Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said in a live conference yesterday (Monday, 3rd August) that he had met the PDRM authorities and have decided to cancel the fines. That’s not all! Those who paid fines for not wearing masks in their private vehicles are allowed to claim a refund.

He then elaborated on which specific locations requires the usage of face masks. According to the minister, face masks are mandatory when you are in a crowded area like buses, taxis, LRT, MRT, KTM, as well as e-hailing rides. Other public places namely markets, cinemas and tourist spots are also included in the list.

Whereas the locations where you don’t have to wear face masks are inside your house and also in your own vehicle. “The same case goes for those who are on the beach. If only one person is at the place and is not crowded, there’s no need to wear a mask,” said Ismail Sabri. He added, “Another example is the football field, its a spacious area, so people can still practise social distancing.”

During the conference, Ismail Sabri also announced that children aged two years and below are not required to wear face masks as it may affect their breathing. However, parents should be responsible and avoid bringing young children out to crowded places.

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Westlife Premieres “The Twenty Tour Live From Croke Park” Concert Movie In GSC

Ah, what are the old days without memories laced with “Uptown Girl” playing softly in the background? If you missed Westlife when they were down earlier this month, fret not. Looks like the band will be back, larger than life (literally!) on the big screens for you to enjoy.

From the 31st of August to the 1st of September, fans of Westlife can catch their “Twenty Tour” as a concert film.

The concert film will be exclusively screened at Golden Screen Cinemas for only two days, so fans should get their tickets quick! The film is limited to certain outlets as well, so do keep an eye out for which venues are screening it.

20 years after their last No. 1 single to hit the charts, the boys are back again to take the world by storm. Shane, Nicky, Kian and Mark will be performing their newer songs, as well as all the classic hits live from Dublin’s legendary Croke Park stadium.

For those that missed their KL concerts, do check out our review here.