#RobinHood: A Gritty Reboot In The Works; Leonardo DiCaprio To Produce

Robin Hood is certainly the hero we deserve, but not the one we need right now. The Hollywood’s obsession with the Sherwood Forest’s prince of thieves is so deep that there are currently 3 different versions of Robin Hood movies in the works and one of them will be produced by Leonardo DiCaprio‘s production company Appian Way.

According to Deadline, Guy Ritchie’s “Knights of the Roundtable: King Arthur” scribe Joby Harold is set to pen the script on Appian Way’s “Robin Hood: Origins”.

Found in the legendary English folklore, Robin Hood (or Robyn Hode) is a highly skilled archer and swordsman. Traditionally depicted as being dressed in Lincoln green, he is also a heroic outlaw for “robbing from the rich and giving to the poor,” alongside his band of “Merry Men”. He became a popular folk figure in the late-medieval period and was widely represented in modern literature, films, and TV. Released in 1938, “The Adventures of Robin Hood” is considered by many to be the best and the most popular Robin Hood movie, followed by Disney’s animated adaptation with a cast of woodland creatures.

In 1993, Mel Brooks produced and directed a parody of the Robin Hood story and frequently included comedic references to the previous Robin Hood films including “Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves”, Disney’s “Robin Hood”, and “The Adventures of Robin Hood”. The most recent adaptation is directed by Ridley Scott and it starred Russell Crowe as Robin Hood.

Appian Way won’t be the only production company to produce a Robin Hood movie as both Sony Pictures and Disney are ready to launch their own Robin Hood film franchises as well. Titled “Nottingham & Hood”, Disney’s Robin Hood movie will share the same tone as the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise and the script will be written by first-time screenwriter Brandon Barker. Sony hopes to focus on the archer’s band of Merry Men through their realistic, action-heavy Sherwood Forest cinematic universe while Appian Way aims to get a rougher, gritty reinvention of the iconic folklore character.

All of the Robin Hood movies are in the early development stage thus no actors or directors are currently attached to these projects.

What do you think of these Robin Hood movies? Which actor do you think will portray the heroic outlaw? Share your thoughts in the comments box below.

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Countdown To Future Music Festival Asia 2012

Fresh from a record breaking series of sold out Australian festivals, Future Music Festival spreads its wings to Asia in March 2012, taking along all the endless fun, energy and forward thinking sounds that Australian music fans have come to know and love. The destination of choice for its debut is, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia!

The question is, are you ready for this? Are you?

Renowned for their ubiquitous, explosive big beat electronic sounds and epic live shows, there are few bigger acts in the world today than UK pioneers, The Chemical Brothers. Visuals, mind-blowing graphics and epic cinematography; every industry has a benchmark, and in the world of live electronic music event, it’s The Chemical Brothers – no ifs, no buts. Get set to push the button all over again

UK rap superstar Tinie Tempah, hit the ground running with his monster underground anthem and debut single “Wifey” back in 2006. Having already scooped the pool with Best Breakthrough Act and Best Single Chimes at the iconic 2011 Brit Awards, and received a nomination for the prestigious Mercury Prize. The sky’s the limit for this relentless hero.

The Wombats are an established and forward-thinking indie rock phenomenon. This musically gifted trio with a well-crafter penchant for the glorious leftfield has gone on to wow the planet with three unique and evocative EP’s- A Guide to Love, Loss & Desperation, The Wombats and their latest offering, This Modern Glitch and cache of hit records, including “Backfire at the Disco”, “Let’s Dance to Joy Division”, and “Tokyo (Vampires and Wolves)”. The Wombats are, quite simply, not to be missed

With two stunning albums to their name ( 2009’s More Than A Lot and 2010’s No More Idols, which went platinum in the UK), an arsenal of tracks which boasts the killer likes of “Blind Faith”, “Pieces”, “Hurt You”, “End Credits”, “Let You Go”, and “Hypest Hype”, and top billing festivals all over the planet, Chase & Status are at the top of their game.

The madness began in 2008 with Flo Rida asking everyone to get “Low” with him. The single that featured T-Pain, reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100. His journey to worldwide success continues with the release of R.O.O.T.S (Route of Overcoming the Struggle), featuring the massive club hit, “Round”. And let’s not forget the monster hit, “Club Can’t Handle Me”. That track alone garnered him over a hundred million Youtube views!

Of course you’re waiting to hear who else is coming to rock Sepang International Circuit on the 17th of March (Saturday):

You are not ready for this. But you know you have to be there.

For more information, visit their website.


JJ Lin Announces World Tour; Malaysia & Singapore Included

Now that concerts have been given the green light, music artists are just as eager to tour the world as fans are eager to experience live concerts again. With so many live shows lined up, perhaps you’d like to add JJ Lin (林俊傑) to your list.

The 41-year-old Mandopop singer took to his social media to officially announce that he’ll be embarking on his “JJ20 World Tour” this year. He even debuted the official concert poster for “JJ20 World Tour”.

Over the past few weeks, JJ Lin has been teasing fans with the #roadtoJJ20 on his #JJLiveLogs and #JJLiveStories. It’s safe to assume that the man has been prepping hard behind the scenes to reconnect with fans again. In his post, the singer confirmed that he’ll be performing in Singapore, Taipei, Kuala Lumpur, North America, Europe and Australia. Since concert details have yet to be released, we don’t know if the pitstops will be in that order.

Dressed up in a purple and black ensemble, some fans pointed out that JJ Lin’s concert poster reminds them of the Purple Infinity Stone (Power) from Marvel’s “Avengers”. If this is any indication of what to expect, we’re stoked! After all, if you’ve been to a JJ Lin concert, you’d know that it’ll be a spectacle grand affair.

Stay tuned to this space for more updates.


Taylor Swift Deletes Social Media Presence To Make Way For New Music?

Taylor Swift caused quite a stir when she recently wiped out her social media platforms, leaving fans shocked and confused.

Late last night (Monday, 21st August), the 27-year-old entertainer posted a mysterious clip on Twitter and Instagram. Many are now speculating that the pop star is planning something big. Rumour has it that her new single will coincide with the solar eclipse.

Tumblr user tshifty has a massive theory. According to the Swiftie, an eclipse “often symbolises new beginnings”, which makes sense since Swift’s new album will mark a new era in her life. By “blacking” out everything in her accounts, it could mean that the singer-songwriter is waiting for the moon to pass over the sun before dropping her new tune to the the world.

But what about her latest tease? The peculiar 10-second clip shows what looks to be a dragon or a snake’s tail on a dark background. What’s the connection between Swift and the slithering creature? The internet is literally going nuts trying to figure out what it all means. Even Joseph Kahn, the director of the star’s “Bad Blood” and “Wildest Dreams” music videos, shared the bizarre tweet with a smiley face.

— Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) August 21, 2017

What do y’all think about Swift’s clip? Share your theories with us in the comment section below.

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#LegolandMY: World’s Biggest Lego Millennium Falcon To Debut In JB

In a galaxy not too far away (Johor Bahru to be exact), something big is about to take place, like really really BIG!

To commemorate Star Wars Day on 4th May, the world’s only father and son Lego master builder team is set to build the largest Lego version of Han Solo’s famous spaceship – the Millenium Falcon – at Legoland Malaysia Resort.

The first time Millenium Falcon made its public appearance was at Docking Bay 94 at Mos Eisley. As a team, both Daniel Steininger and his son Christopher have previously built the world’s largest Lego replica of the Millennium Falcon (250,000 bricks) at Melbourne, Australia last May. This year, they’re planning to build an even bigger replica.

From 30th April to 2nd May, Asia’s only master builder event will see the Steiningers recreating Millennium Falcon using more than 200,000 bricks once again. Visitors are also welcome to help out before the final brick is laid on 3rd May, when the ship will be officially unveiled during a media session with Legoland Malaysia’s guests-of-honour.

“Celebrating Lego Star Wars Day with guests has always been a huge priority for us. And this year we decided to go all out with The Lego Group to bring many great activities for Star Wars fans,” said Mark Germyn, general manager of Legoland Malaysia Resort.

Other than the Millennium Falcon, Legoland visitors will also get the chance to help construct 2 giant TIE Fighters on 7th and 8th May. During that weekend, there will also be a variety of activities to celebrate all things Star Wars including a real-life Imperial March, led by an army of Stormtroopers and Darth Vader, alongside other Star Wars costumers.

In addition, Legoland Malaysia Resort is also encouraging parents to participate in the “Build Your Own Dream Lego Star Wars Starship” social media competition with their children. They will need to upload a picture of their creation on their Facebook page with the hashtags #MasterYourForce and #LEGOStarWarsDay to stand a chance to win special prizes.

“We want fans to feel personally involve in the whole process, that is why we are organising various social media competitions with attractive prizes,” said Nitika Nagpal, regional brand manager for Lego, before adding that “there was no point in organising a large scale event like this if fans are just going to be spectators.”

The completed Millennium Falcon will be displayed till the end of May 2016. During this time, guests will get to bring home their own mini version of the Millennium Falcon.

For more information, or to book tickets, check out Legoland’s website.

Sources: Geek Culture, Today Online, Asia One.


#Halloween2015: Get Ready For #ZoukKL’s Monsta Fest, #FreakOut

Get ready this Halloween, as Zouk KL will be putting up the biggest monsta fest, #FreakOut!

The superclub will be transformed into a cirque for freaks, with plenty of action, sideshows, and carnival games, with prizes plus cash for the coolest, scariest, freakiest costumes (yep you read right!) to be won.

Zouk KL is upping the ante at this year’s production – the most extravagant yet – to mark one of the most important events on the clubbing calendar at its new home, TREC.

The Courtyard at Zouk KL will morph into a cirque-like arena with appearances from the Fire-eater aka The Red Devil; Two-headed girl; The Twisted Contortionist; Zombified Muscle Man; Princess Python, the seductive snake charmer; Killer Clown & his diabolical mini-me; The Wizard from Hell (Dark Magic Show); The Infamous Bearded Lady, and more.

What’s Halloween without a treat? There will be chock-full of fun games including Balloon Dart, Knock-Over-Milk-Bottles, Wheel of Fortune, Ring Toss and more, where partygoers can win Zouk merchandise.

That’s not all! Freaks at Zouk KL can revel at the launch of the Smirnoff Ice Black at Zouk Main Room (with a Count Dracula theme). Zouk’s Main Room will be transformed into Count Dracula’s Mansion on 31st October and freaks heading to Zouk’s Main Room will be entitled a drink with their cover-charge, and they can redeem a Smirnoff Black cocktail in a blood bag ;)

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And, of course, 3 freakiest Freaks will walk away with RM1,000, RM800, and RM500 + bottles, for the best costumes.

Meanwhile, don’t forget to check out Zouk KL’s “Value Campaign“. They never run out of surprises, hey ;)

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

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catchGG: SNSD Girls’ Generation Releases “Catch Me If You Can” MV Teaser

Fresh out of the 2015 Formula 1 PETRONAS Malaysia Grand Prix on 29th March 2015 post-race concert, Malaysian SONEs (as well as international SONEs, of course) now have something else to look forward to.

Last month, SM Entertainment’s K-Pop idol girl group SNSD Girls’ Generation officially confirmed that they’ll be making a comeback with their first Korean studio album in 2 years, since “I Got A Boy” in January 2013. This would also mark the girls’ first Korean album since the departure of member Jessica Jung in September 2014.

Sports DongA wrote that the 8-member group’s album will be released in May following the release of their 9th Japanese single, “Catch Me If You Can”, which will be released in April. And now, as if there’s not enough evidence to tell that the date is drawing near, the girls just released the music video teaser for “Catch Me If You Can”.

Doesn’t it sound super club-worthy? We wonder what the choreography would be like.

“Catch Me If You Can” is slated to be released on 10th April 2015. Only two more sleeps, peeps. Squeal! Excited :D

And it’s out! Catch GG in their latest music video, “Catch Me If You Can”. We personally love the various outfits ;)

For more information, hit up SNSD Girls’ Generation’s Facebook page.


No “Yee Sang” For Psy & The Debacle Continues

On 11th February 2013, Korean (and now international) superstar Psy galloped over Han Chiang High School in Penang to perform at the Barisan Nasional open house.

Although, we can’t deny that the Chinese New Year gig was widely shunned by some members of the general public. Some even took it to Psy’s Facebook page and they sure weren’t very discreet about it:

It’s true though that tens of thousands of people turned up to see Psy that hot afternoon. And it’s true that Psy’s live performance of his hit song, “Gangnam Style” for the very first time in Malaysia was something that all attendees had looked forward to. In fact, he performed it twice because – and this is in his own words – “I flew 20 hours from Brazil to get here. I won’t just leave after four minutes, so just for the Chinese New Year and Asia, I will sing it again”.

But it appears that Psy was there for just that – nothing more, nothing less. As a matter of fact, we hear that Psy left immediately after his scheduled Chinese New Year performance. So immediate that after his performance, Malaysian Tourism Minister Ng Yen Yen had apparently instructed an emcee to invite Psy on stage to join a “Yee Sang” tossing sessions with the Barisan Nasional leaders at the open house. The Barisan Nasional leaders had clapped and waited on stage for Psy for five whole minutes, but he didn’t turn up – despite the emcee’s repeated invitation.:

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Because one would think that Psy had to leave immediately due to his schedule but it was later discovered that he had ample time to dine at a Korean BBQ restaurant in Tanjung Tokong. After which, he left on his private jet which took off only at 1:44am on 12th January 2013.

Ng Yen Yen has since refused to shed light on speculation on the “Yee Sang” toss that has obviously gone awry.


#Instax: Fujifilm Introduces The SQUARE SQ10 & mini 9 In Malaysia

Who doesn’t love instant photos, right? With a click of a shutter, you get a fully printed photo as a keepsake, which is just the right size to put in your wallet or hang around your room.

However, there have always been a few problems with it. What if you want to take a wefie? You’d have to make sure that you’re holding it in the right angle or else some of your friends would be cut off the photo. What if there’s more than 10 people in a group and everyone wants a group photo? You’d have to stand in the same position while the photographer snaps away.

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Thanks heavens Fujifilm is revolutionising the way you take photos. The company introduced the instax SQUARE SQ10 and instax mini 9 in Malaysia today (Tuesday, 16th May), with both cameras providing you with all-new features you will love.

The SQ10, a hybrid instant camera, is perhaps the camera you will fall in love with. Equipped with a LCD screen, the SQ10 allows you the ability to edit your photos before you print them. There’s also a manual mode on the camera, which means that the photos you take won’t be automatically printed. Instead, you’ll have the choice to choose the image and the amount of photos you want.

The photos are also in the square format, so you don’t have to worry about composing it horizontally or vertically. Psst, the camera can also be charged with a micro USB cable, so changing batteries will be a thing of the past ;)

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If you’re looking for something simpler and cheaper, there’s always the mini 9 to fall back on. Mostly similar to its predecessor, the mini 8, the latest camera is refreshed with a selfie mirror and comes with a close-up lens. However, several key features stay the same – such as the automatic exposure measurement for aperture settings and high-key mode for brighter photos.

It also comes in a range of 5 colours – lime green, cobalt blue, smoky white, ice blue, and flamingo pink.

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SQ10 retails at RM1328 while mini 9 sells at RM348. You can pre-order the SQ10 at the Avenue K Japan Festival and Wonder Photo Shop (located at Sunway Pyramid and Lot 10) from now until 21st May. As for the mini 9, it is already available for sale at the aforementioned places.

For more info, visit instax’s official website.

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4 New Exciting Attractions At Hong Kong Disneyland

To quote writer Hilary White, “nothing in life is perfect, but Disneyland comes pretty damn close“. Sure, you may have to bear with the humid weather and crowds. But the happiest place on earth makes it worth it.

In celebration of its 12th year of operation, Hong Kong Disneyland (HKDL) is upping the ante with new magical attractions. Those who have recently been to the theme park, you’ve probably been introduced to “Star Wars: Tomorrowland Takeover” and the “Iron Man Experience”. Guess what? Disney-park-lovers can expect 2 new more.

Thanks to Hong Kong Disneyland, a galaxy far, far away is much closer to Malaysia. Aspiring Jedi apprentices are recruited to don Jedi robes and join a secret training session with Jedi masters. Besides that, guests will get to enter the “Hyperspace Mountain”, a reimagined from Tomorrowland’s classic attraction Space Mountain, and also journey to a hidden Resistance base, the “Star Wars: Command Post”. There, you’ll get to meet Wookiee pilot Chewbacca and resourceful astromech droid R2-D2.

Fans of The Avengers were thrilled when the first ever Marvel-themed ride debuted at HKDL’s Tomorrowland earlier this year. In the amazing world of Stark industries, Marvel lovers will get to visit the “Stark Expo” (exhibition halls of Iron Man suites and other leading advancements), take a thrilling aerial tour of the city via the “Iron Man Experience”, and meet the hero himself at the “Iron Man Tech Showcase”.

Although there are many princess-y attractions in HKDL, another brand new Disney princess-themed garden is set to debut next month. The garden will feature the park’s first “Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique”, a magical beauty salon where young girls will be given a princess makeover complete with hairstyling, makeup and princess costume. The magical moment wouldn’t be complete without snapping a picture or 2 with their beloved Disney princesses right?

You’ve watch the fearless Disney princess on the big screen, now get ready to experience “Moana: A Homecoming Celebration”. An 18-minute live show that will centre on Moana’s adventures in her home village of Motunui. The storyline takes places after the warrior princess has restored the heart of Te Fiti (the all-powerful goddess who creates life). Located in the Adventureland section, visitors will get to enjoy the architecture and decor of Motunui in an entirely new outdoor location.

Here are more highlights happening in the coming months:

Aside from the aforementioned, HKDL also has plans to build a “Frozen” theme park and a full-fledge “Marvel” theme park. More for information, check out HKDL’s Facebook page.


Da Men Mall Launches “A Taste of Malaysia” Fair Featuring 19 Brands

Shoppers are invited to experience “A Taste of Malaysia” at Da Men Mall from now till end of the year. It’s essentially a fair that celebrates Malaysian products – from delicious treats and snacks to wonderful handmade arts and crafts.

“A Taste of Malaysia” is located on the 4th floor spanning over 1,800 square feet. Here, visitors can check out Malaysia’s rich and diverse flavours, plus show your support to any of the 19 local brands community-friendly mall.

If you have nothing to do during the weekends, you’re more than welcome to visit Da Men Mall and take part in exciting contest and local games, fun edutainment workshops, as well as cultural dance and performances.

“We are proud to launch ‘A Taste of Malaysia’, in line with the government’s call to encourage Malaysians to buy Malaysian for Malaysia as an initiative to boost the local economy. Da Men USJ champions and supports local entrepreneurs, creators and artisans – giving them a platform to showcase their homegrown talents and creations,” shared Datuk Ab Wahab Bin Khalil, Adviser to Da Men USJ.

In conjunction with the launch of ‘A Taste of Malaysia’, Grandmama’s Traditional Recipe is also offering Malaysia’s signature dish – Nasi Lemak – for only RM1. The promo is available for dine-in at Traditional Toast (Food Arcade), Union Artisan Coffee and Coffee & Toast outlets on the LG Floor and Pau Sedap on the 1st Floor, till 31st October.

For more info, visit Da Men Mall’s website here.


#INFINITEH Announces Comeback Date & Releases Teaser Image

It turns out the unconfirmed report about INFINITE-H’s comeback is true! Hoya and Dongwoo, the rapper duo from Woollim Entertainment’s INFINITE are indeed going to make a comeback soon.

Earlier in December last year, Korean media outlet OSEN exclusively reported that INFINITE H is expected to return to the Korean music scene with a new album in 2015. At that time, a spokesperson from Woollim Entertainment confirmed to Korean media outlet MBN Star that the duo will reveal their comeback plans during the “Brand New Music family concert” on 7th Dec 2014.

While fans were still speculating their comeback date, Woollim Entertainment dropped a surprise by releasing a new teaser image for INFINITE H’s comeback.

Dongwoo and Hoya, the rapper duo from Woollim Entertainment’s INFINITE emerged as the first sub-unit group out of 7-member idol group and the first-ever hip-hop unit under their talent agency. The sub-unit group made their debut with a mini album titled “Fly High” in Jan 2013. Most of the songs from their mini album, “Fly High” have topped various major music charts after the album was released and the album has even earned them the “Best Unit” award at 2013 SBS MTV Best of Best.

As seen in the new teaser image, Hoya and Dongwoo will make their comeback as a rapper duo on 26th Jan this year. No other details were given about their comeback but the new album will be titled “AMOO”.

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Alongside the announcement, it seems like the duo will also drop a new music video soon. On 9th Jan, Brand New Music’s CEO Rhymer teased that the duo had filmed a music video with 2 photos of the filming set. Rhymer took picture of the set and took a group picture with INFINITE’s Woohyun and Sungkyu, who personally went to the set to support their bandmates

OSEN has also previously reported that the sub-unit is expected to collaborate with a number of famed producers and artistes from Brand New Music for their upcoming album. South Korean hip-hop artistes including Zion.T, Bumkey, Paloalto, Beenzino, and Dynamic Duo’s Gaeko are said to be involved in their comeback project.

What do you think of their comeback? Are you excited for their new album? Let us know in the comments box below!

INFINITE H has just released a new MV teaser for their upcoming single, “Pretty”, and it’s basically too hard to be missed.

Why, you ask? Well, let’s just say they’re showing their goofiness through the teaser video of the fun and catchy track here:

The full music video of “Pretty” is slated for release on January 26th prior to their comeback showcase at AX Korea.

For more information, visit their official website and Facebook page.

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#Lovelifest2017: Yuna, Hujan, OAG, & More To Perform At Setia City Park

Love music, arts, and life? Then Lovelifest 2017 is the event for you :)

In conjunction with Yuna’s 10th anniversary as a singer, the Malaysian darling will be performing with some of her musician friends at Setia City Park, Setia Alam this March.

“Come join me at Lovelifest and enjoy local music, food, bazaar, with the people you love. Bring your friends, your parents, your aunties, uncles, your babies.. it’s a family friendly festival,” Yuna shared on Facebook.

Lovelifest will feature renowned band Hujan, OAG, OhChentaKu, Pastel Lite, Najwa, Masdo, Salammusik, Aizat, No Noise Percussion, and Pastel Lite. Besides that, the event will also include a bazaar that houses homegrown brands like Biji Biji Design (bags), The Wknd Store, Awesomer (gifts), M for Melur (accessories), and Malaya Co. (watches), as well as delicious food from Wood Fired Oven, Mustafa Jones Burger, Bonafide, and Curbside Cantina.

Brought to you by Yuna’s very own label, Yuna Room Records Sdn Bhd, details for Lovelifest 2017 are as follows:

Interested patrons can buy tickets via www.lovelifestival.com.

For more information, visit the event’s website and Facebook page.


Meet The Members Of Starship Entertainment’s New Girl Group IVE

Starship Entertainment is set to debut its upcoming girl group, IVE (pronounced I’ve, 아이브), anytime soon. This marks the company’s first idol group since CRAVITY in April 2020, in addition to their first girl group in five years since Cosmic Girls (WJSN), who made their debut back in February 2016.

Interestingly, the official lineup of members for IVE also includes a couple of familiar faces from the popular group IZ*ONE! According to reports, the girls will be making their debut at the end of 2021. With their debut coming around the corner, this left us wondering; Will they be as big as their senior group SISTAR and also WJSN? Only time will tell. ;)

Without further ado, let’s meet the members of IVE:


Hype’s Exclusive: Greyson Chance Talks Past, Present, & His Big Return To The Music Industry

Greyson Chance was in Malaysia over the last week for his first showcase in what feels like forever in conjunction with the release of his latest EP, “Somewhere Over My Head”. As expected, his showcase in Sunway Putra Mall, Kuala Lumpur was met with great response from Malaysian Greysonators and Enchancers (Greyson’s fans), who rocked up to the venue as early as noon to claim the “best seats in the house”.

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Now, we last spoke to him back in November 2012, when he was only 15 years old and fresh off releasing his last known EP, “Truth Be Told Part 1”. So it’s safe to say that with that many years in between his previous tour and this one, a lot has changed for Greyson since then.

We sat down with him for a one-on-one interview the day after his showcase and had a little heart-to-heart about his return to the music industry.

Welcome back to Malaysia and the music industry! Lots have changed since we last saw you. Tell us what happened that led to your hiatus.

Well, I sort of..in the United States I was dropped by my label in 2012. It was after I started in the music industry and after having a lot of stuff and a lot of heat. Some bad things happened but I took that time to go back to Oklahoma, where I’m from, and kinda fall in love with music again and figure out what direction or where I wanted to go. And how I wanted to say the things that I was thinking in my head as an 18-year-old now. It was something really negative that happened at first but now, looking back, I’m glad that what happened..happened because it gave me some time to focus and come back with this EP.

How did it feel to have been dropped by your label at such a young age? I personally would’ve been crushed..

Yeah! It was super hard at that time because I was 15 years old and after having this sorta team by me, whom I developed really good friendships with and was kinda my basis of support, they said, “Hey, we’re kinda backing out from this”..that was really tough. But you learn from stuff like that and it makes you a better human, a better artiste. So I just used it as fuel to jumpstart this new EP and get me into a new chapter as a musician.

Between your music and school, how do you strike a balance and still emerge with a 3.9 for your GPA?

I was doing pretty well even though I was travelling. My parents instilled a big emphasis on school to make sure that I was doing all my classes online and get everything together. And I just graduated from high school last week. I don’t know how I got a 3.9 for my GPA. I think I gave myself a really hard work ethic. I told myself, “Hey, this is important to you so make sure that you really put a lot of time and effort into it!” I also actually kinda liked school because it gave me an opportunity..like sometimes when I was a bit stressed with music..to take a step back and focus on something that was way different from music like history or something.

What were you most afraid of prior to making your comeback with “Somewhere Over My Head”?

I was really, really worried. I was worried that we’re going to put out the EP and the old fans were not going to appreciate it, or maybe not like it as much, or maybe miss my old voice. I was nervous. I was worried that maybe they were going to be kinda over it before it even came out. But luckily, we’ve put out the EP and it seems like it’s going pretty well so far, and it seems like the fans are still with me so I’m very appreciative of that.

Now that you’re older, do you feel like you have more control over the kind of music that you make?

Yeah, the bulk of the work kinda starts and stops with me with everything. I’m writing the records and in terms of creative content, I’m kinda the one who’s always orchestrating that and working with my team. It’s very much..I’m very in control of everything and anything that you see on stage is gonna have my eyes and ears on it too.

We’ve noticed that “Somewhere Over My Head” isn’t actually a song on your EP. And that’s unique! What does “Somewhere Over My Head” mean?

It’s an ending lyric to one of the songs on the EP titled, “More Than Me”, it’s in the tail end of that song. I just..the line is basically like, “When I thought you were looking at me, you were looking instead at somewhere over my head”..it’s one of my favourite lyrics that I’ve ever written as a writer through the EP process. And so I was just like, uh, kinda selfishly it’s just one of my favourite lyrics and I thought it was cool enough to get the EP together and name it that.

“More Than Me” is kind of an emo song though, right?

Oh yeah! It’s extremely emo, yeah. That’s my saddest record but hearing the fans sing it last night during the showcase in Kuala Lumpur..that was awesome. They did really well!

What were some of the most important lessons that you’ve learnt from being in the limelight when you were younger?

What was great about that break..if you’re in that situation at that age, it’s terrible and it sucks..but looking back, it was so beneficial for me because I think that the biggest thing for me was that I was able to fall in love with music again in a completely new way. It’s not about how many people are going to be at a show or how many retweets we’re getting or all that stuff. I’m looking at it in a pure state again, I’m really concerned about having a connection with the fans and what they think about my music. I would say that the biggest thing I’ve learnt is..what this is all really about.

If you could go back in time and change one thing about growing up in the limelight, what would it be and why?

I don’t think I would change too much. Oh, I probably would get rid of my old wardrobe for sure! Just burn a bunch of stuff, yeah. I’d go through the old closet and wipe everything out. I don’t think I have any regrets in terms of what I did as a kid. I don’t see any regrets that are apparent on my mind.

What has surprised you most about the reactions from your Malaysian #Greysonators and #Enchancers? You have 2 fandoms!

Yeah the #Greysonators and #Enchancers are rivals! No, I’m just kidding. But wouldn’t that be funny though? I’d like that (laughs) But really, every time I come back to Kuala Lumpur, I’m always just blown away by the support, the excitement of the fans, and how into it they always are. It really warms my heart and makes me feel good so..I’ve an immense gratefulness for them. I’m really excited to be back and it’s always a good time.

Speaking of #Greysonators and #Enchancers, we got Greyson to answer some of the questions that were submitted to us by his Malaysian fans. Did he get scared when his voice changed? Now that he’s back, will he up and leave again? Find out:

Special thanks to our friends from Universal Music Malaysia for making this interview happen :)

For more information, hit up Greyson Chance’s website or Facebook page. He’s also on Twitter and Instagram!

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What’s In Store For “The Apartment LIVE”

“The Apartment” returns for yet another season of creativity, drama and excitement to bring you the best in décor and design! For the first time, interior design lovers and enthusiasts were invited to a live audition in Malaysia for a chance to take part in the top-rating reality design competition and television series, to be aired later this year. These teams will put their hopes and dreams on the line for a chance to design their destiny and win a brand new apartment by Sime Darby Property.

Participants can also forward to tips on conceptualising their dream home from host Jamie Durie as well as free consultation services from Dulux’s colour consultation experts. Feng Shui Master Kenny Hoo was also on site to advise shoppers on good Feng Shui colours for 2013.

Shoppers were thrilled that Dulux was offering exclusive promotions during the Happy Colour Hours at 1.00pm and/or 4.00pm (Sat & Sun only) and 7.00pm, while kids enjoyed a dose of colourful fun at the “Kids’ Colour Experience Corner”. To spread the joy of colour, Dulux also set up its “Dulux Colour Experience Wall”, inviting members of the public to paint their own creations for a good cause. For each square painted on the wall, Dulux donates RM2 to a charitable home of its choice.

So, head on over and be treated to a sensory feast of dance, music, and interactive design and colour experiences suitable for kids and adults alike.

Created by Imagine Group and Sime Darby Property, with AkzoNobel’s Dulux brand as the sponsor, “The Apartment” is a highly-anticipated reality television programme which showcases the artistic talents of eight pairs of contestants and their world-class designer rooms, amidst fierce competition and seemingly impossible deadlines.

Viewers will gain expert insights into home decorating and learn how to translate these haute inspirations for use in their own living spaces. They will also get to enjoy opportunities to win an array of prizes by participating in interactive contests held throughout the programme.

The third season of the hit television series will be telecast this October, 2013 on StarWorld and NTV7.

For more information on the show, hit up their website or their Facebook page.


Contest: Win Disney’s The Nutcracker and The Four Realms Merchandise

This November, Disney’s “The Nutcracker and The Four Realms” comes to life with a big-screen adaptation that focuses on Clara’s adventures in an ornate palace and the fanciful lands surrounding it.

If you’re a fan of the holiday season, Santa Claus and candy canes, then Disney’s “The Nutcracker and The Four Realms” will be right up your alley. Based on an 1816 E.T.A. Hoffmann story, we can’t wait to journey into the magical 4 realms. Are you?

The synopsis for Disney’s “The Nutcracker and The Four Realms” is as follows:

“All Clara (Mackenzie Foy) wants is a key – a one-of-a-kind key that will unlock a box that holds a priceless gift. A golden thread, presented to her at godfather Drosselmeyer’s (Morgan Freeman) annual holiday party, leads her to the coveted key-which promptly disappears into a strange and mysterious parallel world.

It’s there that Clara encounters a soldier named Phillip (Jayden Fowora-Knight), a gang of mice and the regents who preside over three Realms: Land of Snowflakes, Land of Flowers and Land of Sweets. Clara and Phillip must brave the ominous Fourth Realm, home to the tyrant Mother Ginger (Helen Mirren), to retrieve Clara’s key and hopefully return harmony to the unstable world.”

Thanks to the good people from Disney, we’re awarding our loyal readers at Hype Malaysia with some amazing Disney’s “The Nutcracker and The Four Realms” prizes.

*Do note that the merchandise will be given out randomly and are subject to availability.

For more information, hit up the Disney’s Facebook page.

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Shopping Malls & Restaurants To Only Allow In Fully Vaccinated People?

Over the weekend, Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announced that fully vaccinated people can expect some good news in the coming days. Those who have taken 2 doses of the Covid-19 vaccine might be able to take part in more social activities and sports.

“We will finalise (the details) and I will announce it as a total package,” Muhyiddin said on this “leeway”. “I do hope that this (relaxation) will give room or space, breathing space, for the people to live a slightly better life.”

Following the long duration of lockdown, retail operators in Malaysia are hoping that only fully vaccinated individuals can be allowed into shopping malls in order to kick start the retail industry. In a joint statement, they also expressed that the government will consider this option for a safer environment for shoppers.

The groups – which consist of Malaysia Shopping Malls Association, Malaysia Retailers Association (MRA), Malaysia Retail Chain Association (MRCA), Bumiputera Retailers Organisation (BRO), Malaysia REIT Managers Association (MRMA), and Malaysian Association of Theme Park and Family Attractions (Matfa) – said:

“This will improve the chances for revival and survival of retail businesses which have been severely affected by recent closures. We wait with anticipation on what the prime minister (Muhyiddin Yassin) will announce for those who have completed two doses of the vaccine.”

The ease of restrictions may also allow fully vaccinated people to dine-in restaurants again. Another flexibility being considered is to allow interstate travel for long-distance married couples.

The Parliamentary session taking this week is expected to cover the National Recovery Plan, economic assistance packages, state of emergency implementation, and more.


#AppleMusic: Taylor Swift Slams Service, Apple Caves & Changes Policy

There really is no denying the power of Taylor Swift and one should always be vary of getting her bad side, because seriously, you don’t want no bad blood with Tay. The “Shake It Off” singer has took to her tumblr to pen an open letter to Apple Music explaining why her album 1989 won’t be on Apple’s new streaming service when it launches on June 30th.

In the letter title “To Apple, Love Taylor,” Swift brings up the issue with Apple Music’s free three-month trial for users, a period of time in which the service will not pay artistes for what is streamed. She starts off by praising Apple as one of her best partners in selling music before bringing up the issue about Apple Music’s decision to not pay acts during its free three-month trial for users who sign up.

I’m sure you are aware that Apple Music will be offering a free 3 month trial to anyone who signs up for the service. I’m not sure you know that Apple Music will not be paying writers, producers, or artists for those three months. I find it to be shocking, disappointing, and completely unlike this historically progressive and generous company.

She also wrote that she was speaking to Apple Music on behalf of her fellow musicians who are hesitant to speak around against the tech giant.

These are not the complaints of a spoiled, petulant child. These are the echoed sentiments of every artist, writer and producer in my social circles who are afraid to speak up publicly because we admire and respect Apple so much. We simply do not respect this particular call.

The 26-year-old singer ended her note by reminding Apple that it isn’t too late to change its policy on the subject.

But I say to Apple with all due respect, it’s not too late to change this policy and change the minds of those in the music industry who will be deeply and gravely affected by this. We don’t ask you for free iPhones. Please don’t ask us to provide you with our music for no compensation.

In regards to Taylor’s open letter, it appears to have reached Apple Music loud and clear as Apple’s Eddy Cue has reached out to her via Twitter. Taylor’s threat to withhold her album from the company may just have prompted a policy change at Apple as Eddy Cue has announced that Apple Music will change its plan and pay royalties to artistes even during its three-month free trail for users.

This isn’s the first time Taylor is speaking up either. In November 2014, she removed all her songs from Spotify, citing the services’ freemium model as devaluing music. Her old music is available for paid subscription-based streaming services such as Tidal and Rdio, but 1989 is only available for sale online.

Kudos to Taylor on making a stand – and clearly, we aren’t the only ones who’ve got mad love for Tay. Check it:

Big up to @taylorswift13 for changing the game for musicians! #AppleMusic

Good job #AppleMusic. I’m glad, thx to @taylorswift13, that artists/writers etc will be paid during the trial period. It’s the right thing.

— Jess and the Bandits (@JesstheBandits) June 22, 2015

We leave you today with “Bad Blood”. Enjoy!

Taylor’s open letter to Apple can be read here.

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“That One Time, At Band Camp..”

It has been more than a decade since we’ve heard from the hilarious class of 1999. Last we recall, Jim (Jason Biggs) and Michelle (Alyson Hannigan) tied the knot in the third installment of the series. The film kept us laughing for days, and even years to come.

Besides, who can forget the most memorable quote from one of the funniest comedy films of our time, “That one time, at band camp..”

And the flute. Who can forget the flute? Alongside hilarious characters such as Jim’s Dad (Eugene Levy), Kevin (Thomas Ian Nicholas), Paul Finch (Eddie Kaye Thomas), Oz (Chris Klein), and of course, the legendary Stifler (Seann William Scott)?

If you ask us, we’d also love to see Vicky (Tara Reid) take on the silver screen again!

We suppose you already know where we’re going with this by now.

Yes, the American Pie is returning with yet another installment of its comedy film series! Scheduled for release this month, “American Reunion” is going to be an epic slice of the friends returning to East Great Falls for a high school reunion:

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Gosh! Just the trailer alone is already making us cry from laughter. Of course, as with all American Pie movies, some (if not a lot of) hilarity should ensue – and perhaps a little bit of adventure?

The movie’s slated to be released sometime within the next few months.

So, are you guys ready for the last slice of pie or what?

For more information, visit the American Reunion’s official website or subscribe to their YouTube channel.


Here Comes The Hennessy V.S.O.P KYRIOS Parties!

Hennessy V.S.O.P KYRIOS (the 3rd edition of the Hennessy V.S.O.P’s Privilege Collection) is set to arrive in clubs and entertainment outlets this March, with a series of nationwide parties to celebrate its much anticipated nightlife debut.

The first party will commence on 21st March 2013 (Thursday) from 9pm at The Butter Factory in KL, promising a trademark Hennessy V.S.O.P party experience which will take revelers on a journey to discover the Codes of Hennessy V.S.O.P, in good company of stellar dance music acts from Malaysia and Taiwan, as well as the world’s most loved cognac – Hennessy V.S.O.P.

With KYRIOS being a manifestation of Hennessy’s “Guardian of the Codes”, revelers will be familiarized with these Codes in an avant garde party atmosphere, carrying one clear message – to Guard Your Codes while Pursuing Your Dreams.

Local champions and H-Artistry alumni Mr. Nasty & GuruGuru and B.A.T.E will take the decks on the 21st to supply befitting music for the night, while one of Taiwan’s most respected female deckmeisters DJ Cookie will headline the night. The resident of Taipei’s premier, luxury nightspot LUXY will be bringing her passionate and pulsating sounds to not only Kuala Lumpur, but also to the Hennessy V.S.O.P KYRIOS parties lined up for Room @ Autocity in Penang and iBeam in Batu Pahat.

Exclusive invites to the first Hennessy V.S.O.P KYRIOS party can be obtained by visiting The Butter Factory from 1st March onwards and participating in the on-going promotion on Hennessy V.S.O.P Details on the subsequent Hennessy V.S.O.P KYRIOS parties nationwide are as follows:

For more information on access to the Hennessy V.S.O.P KYRIOS parties and on-going promotions, visit Hennessy Malaysia’s Facebook page.

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“Dune” Review: Is It As Good As Disney’s Star Wars? No…It’s Better.

The beginning for cinema in the 2020s seemed rather bleak in hindsight. Coming off the blockbuster high of 2019’s “Avengers: Endgame”, the pandemic had set the industry back by at least a year. Leaving some of the biggest films of this new era trapped in an endless loop of delays. Then, there was the question of what would be fate of the cinematic viewing experience. With streaming becoming, for a time, a necessity for studio survival, many considered whether going back to theaters was worth the risk. Especially once you take into account services like Disney Hotstar and HBO Max eventually making these bid-budget film releases available.

As much as auteurs like Martin Scorcese and Christopher Nolan tout the cinematic experience as the irreplaceable sacred, could there ever be a truly compelling reason to return to theaters? We dare say that Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune” just might be one. In our minds, it is the first film of the decade that truly demands your pilgrimage back to theater halls. Something spectacularly unique and revitalizing reminiscent. We’re back baby!

Frank Herbert’s “Dune” novels dating back to 1965 can be seen as the great progenitor of modern space fantasies and science fiction films. From the iconic spheres of “Star Wars” to the lesser known “Warhammer: 40,000” fanbase, “Dune” has significantly shaped the landscape of the genre. Simply put, there would be no “Star Wars” without “Dune”.

To call the challenge of adapting Herbert’s books a Herculean task would be an understatement. It is near impossible due to the fact that there’s so much damn ground to cover. There’s the political machinations of vying royal houses. There’s the insanely meticulous worldbuilding and lore behind Arrakis and beyond. Then, there’s the coming-of-age story of an exiled teenage lord reckoning with the psychological and emotional burden of messiah-hood.

How could Villeneuve and company not buckle under the pressure? The answer is the guiding adage of show, don’t tell. Villeneuve is not ignorant to the issues of making all this bite-sized and accessible to audiences, and in a sense he gives up on it. He doesn’t try all at once to make you understand the gravity of the entire situation. No, instead he – alongside cinematographer Greig Fraser and composer Hans Zimmer – draws you in through beauty.

You won’t always get everything at first glance but as you marvel at the breathtaking shots of people, places and events, you begin to be enthralled. Does it at times become a little too heavy to digest all the esoteric lore in the world? Yes, but it makes you want to go back into it, to read up and explore. A good film should always leave you satisfied and yet hungry for more.

At the heart of the web of subplots, though, is a rather familiar narrative. One that’s been told since time in memorium. The struggles of a young person having greatness thrust upon them, the story of the chosen one. Unlike Luke Skywalker or Katniss Everdeen, Paul meets the expectations in a far more relatable way. He doesn’t immediately get into the reluctant hero archetype a’la Jon Snow. He mulls over it, entertains the fantasy until he must encounter all the horrific implications that come with it. Alongside the promise of greatness is a frightening fatalism that follows it.

Now, there are some criticisms levelled against the film stating that the ending comes too abruptly. Just as we see Paul finally coming to terms with his destiny, it just ends. While we understand the sentiment, we didn’t find it an issue at all. Villeneuve wholly plans on completing Paul’s journeys through future films…if certain conditions are met. There’s a lot of messy details regarding that subject so we’ll get to that in another time.

Speaking of production, the sound and visuals of “Dune” are utterly spectacular. Fraser’s eye for contrast, framing and scale rivals that of Roger Deacon’s talent. Villeneuve has stunned us in the past with the dirty, grimmy neon-soaked glow of “Blade Runner 2049”. Set to ominous synths and sonic noodlings, its score creates a foreboding sense of dread and mystery.  Here, he invokes a rather interesting visual and auditory motif: the religious.

Right as you enter into the story, you’re greeted with the beauteous rise of the Arrakis sun before being met with the stark murky brutality of the film’s villains. Then, you’re transported into the grey and muted seas and skies of Caladan, the original home ot House Atreides. Life, colour and adventure reenters into the young Paul’s world as he’s greeted with the harsh desert lands of Dune. All the while, Hans Zimmer’s orchestra rises in the background with hushed vocals like secret whispers of prophecies. Then in tracks like “Paul’s Dream”, you’re greeted with soaring operatic cries, like a preacher calling out in the desert. It’s downright transcendental.

Actor Timothee Chalamet was nothing short of brilliant. In films like “Beautiful Boy” and Netflix’s “The King”, we saw flashes of his potential. Beneath his boyish charms and humours, there is a growing emotional range and depth. Here in “Dune”, we get to see Chalamet carry a major leading role in a franchise, and he does not disappoint. He perfectly captures all the angst and ennui of a young man forced to grapple with powers greater than himself. Unsure at first then angry before coming into his own.

He is of course surrounded by a phenomenal cast of actors with Rebecca Ferguson as his loving and authoritative mother, Jessica and Oscar Isaac as the compassionate Duke Leto pushed against a corner. Actor Jason Mamoa and Josh Brolin essentially play themselves and that’s alright. The villains Rabban Harkonnen and Vladmir Harkonnen played by Dave Bautista and Stellan Skarsgard didn’t quite leave us much of an impression. While visually distinctive and intimidating in presence, we haven’t quite gotten to know them. Beyond a few lines here and there. No doubt, we’ll see them play a major larger role in the films to come.

Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune” is a powerful assertion of the necessity of the cinematic experience. Though challenging at times, it rewards faithful followers with a story that manages to blend the highly fantastical with the painfully relatable. If this is a foretaste of what’s to come, then we can’t wait to see what Villeneuve and company have in store. We implore to go out and watch it today on the big screen today while you still can! If you’ve got questions about the film’s ending and future instalments of the franchise, you can check out our explainer as well.

So what did you think of Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune”? Did you love it? Did you hate it? Let us know with a reaction down below!


Hype’s Now Playing: Miley Cyrus – Malibu

Wanna know exactly how Miley Cyrus feels about Liam Hemsworth?

The 24-year-old singer is back in the music scene with a brand new single titled, “Malibu”. The love ballad is dedicated to her handsome Aussie fiance and serves as an ode to their happy times together in Malibu, California.

The breezy pop tune sees Cyrus going back to her country roots and signals a brand new music direction for the singer. It’s certainly a welcome since her voice has always been more suited for rock, folk, and country, instead of the the smoother arrangements of modern pop. Case in point: her rendition of “Jolene“.

In the carefree music video, Cyrus frolics in fields of flowers, flaunts her toned body on the beach, and takes in the beauty while the scenery around the waterfall. The visual also shows the happy pop star running by the ocean with a bunch of colourful balloons and playing with her adorable pet dog.

Cyrus may be the only person featured in the music video, but the presence of her leading man is very much felt. Her simple vocals and lovestruck lyrics reference the couple’s time apart when they split in 2013.

“I never would’ve believed you if 3 years ago you told me I’d be here writing this song” she sings on the track before touching on their reunion. She believes that Hemsworth was “there to save me/ And I wanna thank you with all of my heart/ It’s a brand new start/ A dream come true/ In Malibu.”

It’s nice to see the singer happy and centred throughout the clip. Another treasured item that was on display? Her engagement ring.

Re-watch the “Malibu” music video above and see if you notice her ring ;)

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#YouTubers: Sam Tsui & Kurt Schneider To Hold Live Concert This July!

YouTube superstars Sam Tsui and Kurt Schneider will be holding a one-night-only live show in Malaysia this July!

This is not the first time the musical duo has performed in the country. In June 2014, they held their Asia Tour concert at KL Live, Kuala Lumpur and it attracted over 2,000 fans.

Kurt Hugo Schneider is a singer, songwriter, musician director and producer of films, music videos, and recordings. The multi-talented YouTuber started producing music videos on his YouTube channel since 2007 and he has over 7 million subscribers.

The songwriter has also collaborated with other YouTube singers such as Tiffany Alvord, Alex Goot, and Chrissy Costanza from Against the Current, and Kina Grannis.

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Meanwhile, Sam Tsui, who is of American-Hong Kong descent, is a singer and musician and he has been making music on his YouTube channel since 2011. With over 2 million subscribers, he is best known for doing various creative covers of popular songs by Britney Spears, Lady Gaga, Adele, Bruno Mars, and many more.

He recently “came out” and married fellow YouTube musician, Casey Breves, on 16th April.

Details for Sam Tsui and Kurt Schneider’s live show are as follows:

Concert tickets are already on sale via TicketPro Malaysia.

For more information, check out TicketPro Malaysia’s website and Facebook page.


Klook Travel Hunt: Visit Pavilion KL’s Tokyo Street To Win Free Japan Trip, Freebies & More

Put on your detective hat and get ready to join in on the fun at the Klook Travel Hunt. If you’re planning for upcoming holiday trips then this is the place to be!

This month, Klook, the world’s leading travel activities and booking platform, is taking over Tokyo Street in Pavilion KL. All Malaysians are invited to scan, hunt and win at Klook first-ever hunt.

Throughout the 3 weeks, weekly clues to QR codes (which can be found on Klook’s event page) will be planted around Pavilion KL. Mark your calendars, cause these clues will be unveiled on 10th, 17th and 24th June at 10am.

Participants who succeed in scanning the code will receive a voucher pack with up to 50% off Klook and Pavilion KL stores. Pretty simple right? Each week, a winner will also get to walk away with RM300 Klook credits. There is also a grand prize of a trip for 2 to Tokyo!

The details to the Klook Travel Hunt are as follows:

To find out more on the Klook Travel Hunt, visit www.klooktravelhunt.com.

However, the biggest highlight will be happening during the last 3 days (from 28th till 30th June 2019). Besides experiencing a slice of Japan at Tokyo Street with exciting games and installations, visitors can enjoy more freebies and discount deals. They include:

Klook provides travellers a seamless way to discover and book attractions, tours, local transportation, best foods, and unique experiences around the world on its website and award-winning app.

Follow the Klook x Tokyo Street 3-Day event page for more updates!

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#GDA FAQ

The “Samsung GALAXY The 27th Golden Disk Awards in Kuala Lumpur” (GDA) is happening in about a week. Excitement’s brewing and we know a lot of you have got a lot of questions. So, we’ve compiled some of the frequently asked questions (FAQ) just for you guys!

Why are the confirmed #GDA artistes’ attendances still subject to change?

“The confirmation is as correct as per time of update. However, due to the packed schedule of the artistes, there may be a small margin for changes in their itinerary.”

What’s the official accommodation for #GDA artistes?

“For security reasons, we’re not authorized to disclose that information.”

Fan meetings or meet and greet with #GDA artistes?

Will there be a press conference for the #GDA artistes?

“Yes but it’s strictly for press and media with approved applications only.”

Any rehearsal/soundcheck/backstage passes to giveaway?

“Sorry, we will not have access to any but we’re giving away tickets though. Contest ends 9th January 2013 (Wednesday).”

Is there a red carpet event for #GDA artistes? What time does it start?

“Yes, there will be a red carpet event before the respective #GDA nights, in the evenings. It starts at around 5pm.”

“The red carpet is, of course, inside the venue. You’d need a #GDA Samsung GALAXY Zone ticket (RM999) to attend/see it.”

Will all the confirmed #GDA artistes be performing?

“Yes and there will be collaborations on stage between the artistes as well.”

Some of the nominees aren’t coming for #GDA? Why?

“Not all nominated artistes can attend because of many reasons, some of which are prior commitments which may or may not be stated in their respective schedules.”

Will there be a live broadcast/stream for #GDA?

What is the line up like for #GDA? Which artistes will be performing?

“All attendees will definitely be performing not just one but a few songs and some exciting collaborations. So it’s just like having your own concert by your favourite artistes! Performance list in no particular order as follows!”

Will all the confirmed #GDA artistes be staying for both days?

“The organizers are unable to disclose this information but definitely not all can stay for both days. As always, their itinerary may be subject to changes when they are down here.”

“We hear that the Rockpit tickets have already sold out and the other tickets are running out really fast so get yours quick from TicketPro/TicketPro outlets.”

“There will be no presenters for the awards except for the Samsung GALAXY award and the Malaysia’s Popularity Choice award.”

“As of now, only DSLR cameras, video cameras, and tripods/monopods aren’t allowed.”

Are fan signs/banners allowed? Will there be any size restrictions?

“Hand-held banners are allowed but not anything that needs to be propped up on stands or hung/affixed to any structure on the premises.”

Where exactly in Sepang International Circuit will #GDA be held?

“Just head towards the Sepang International Circuit and there will be ample signage to lead you to the exact location when you reach.”

Will there be a bus shuttle service to Sepang International Circuit?

“According to the committee, they’ve just worked out some bus routes and schedules. Further information can be found here.”

We hope it helps clear things up a bit and we’ll see all y’all there on the 15th and 16th January 2013 (Tuesday and Wednesday).

To purchase tickets, hit up TicketPro or any of their participating outlets right now! Tickets to the event are available in three tiers, priced at RM999 (Samsung GALAXY Zone), RM688 (Rockpit), and RM199 (Hallyu Zone). We hear that tickets are going to go fast so hurry!

For more information on the “Samsung GALAXY The 27th Golden Disk Awards in Kuala Lumpur”, hit up this link. Alternatively, you could also hit up their Facebook page or their official website.

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#AfterTheRain: Former DPM Muhyiddin’s Daughter Releases Song For Malaysians

Amid the political and economical climate in the country, if there’s anything that Malaysians need right now, it’s hope.

And in line with the need for hope, former DPM Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin‘s daughter, Najwa Mahiaddin, has released a song to urge Malaysians to remain hopeful through these trying times.

Titled, “After The Rain”, the haunting ballad was uploaded by Najwa herself on her Facebook page yesterday (6th August, Thursday) evening, and has since garnered over 56,000 views. In her caption, she wrote:

I believe in the power of music and its ability to heal. May this song provide comfort and strength to us all in these trying times.

The sombre, black and white music video is about 5-minute-odd long, and it also featured singer-songwriter Juny. In it, they sing, “We may all fall down, but we all get up, hold your head up Malaysia, after the rain comes the sun. When life gets cold, and skies are blue, you’re not alone I am here for you, my brothers and sisters we’ll see you through. These are the times we must get through, courage and wisdom must live in you, the way of our future lies in you, from the rising of sun together we are one, we are stronger, stronger forever.”

“After The Rain” has received a lot of positive comments from Malaysians in the country as well as the ones who are overseas. Many have flocked to her Facebook page to praise her for spreading her inspirational message, calling both beautiful and tear-jerking at the same time.

Thank you, Najwa. We can’t thank you enough.

For more of Najwa Mahiaddin, visit her Facebook page. Najwa is also on Instagram so follow her.


#TheCraft: Cult Classic Remake Is Going To Be More Of A Sequel

Can you believe that it’s been 20 years since “The Craft” was released?

When Sony announced they were remaking the occult teen thriller last May, the news of this reboot irked many die hard fans. However, in talking with HitFix, producer Douglas Wick says that calling the upcoming film a remake isn’t quite right.

“I wouldn’t say that we wouldn’t so much call it a remake as a 20 years later,” said Wick, before adding, “There will be callbacks to the original movie, so you will see there is a connection between what happened in the days of The Craft, and how these young women come across this magic many years later.”

For those not familiar with “The Craft”, the 1996 cult classic centres on Sarah Bailey, who transfers to a Catholic prep high school in Los Angeles and joins a trio of outcasts to form a coven. Together, they discover their interest in witchcraft but when the girls start casting spells and using their powers on those who wronged them, karma comes back to bite them hard.

From what we know, the main story in the reboot will not revolve around the original coven of witches, but will instead introduce 4 new characters. However, the movie will make some reference to the players and events from the previous film.

“Here are some young women who once again discover the power of magic, and we explore their emotional lives, their wants, their fears, their longings, as they become empowered. So you know, the same way you use a war movie to explore the psyche of men, you get to create a heightened world to explore the psyche of these women,” said Wick.

It’s probably a good call that they’re presenting this supernatural film as an indirect sequel instead of a remake. We’ll keep you posted as more information start to unfold.


#LoveActually: Original Cast To Reunite For Mini-Sequel

Can you feel it? “Love Actually” is all around us.

It has just been announced that the beloved 2003 romantic Christmas comedy will be getting a sequel. Well, sort of. Director Richard Curtis revealed that the original cast has signed on to reunite a 10-minute mini-sequel.

Hugh Grant, Martine McCutcheon, Keira Knightley, Andrew Lincoln, Colin Firth, Lucia Moniz, Liam Neeson, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Olivia Olson, Bill Nighy, Marcus Brigstocke, and Rowan Atkinson are reprising their roles for the short film as a part of this year’s British charity Comic Relief’s Red Nose Day.

“I would never have dreamt of writing a sequel to ‘Love Actually,’ but I thought it might be fun to do 10 minutes to see what everyone is now up to” Curtis said in a statement.

The filmmaker continued,”Who has aged best? ― I guess that’s the big question … or is it so obviously Liam? We’ve been delighted and grateful that so many of the cast are around and able to take part ― and it’ll certainly be a nostalgic moment getting back together and recreating their characters 14 years later. We hope to make something that’ll be fun ― very much in the spirit of the original film and of Red Nose Day“.

Notably missing from the list are Emma Thompson, Martin Freeman, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Laura Linney, Rodrigo Santoro and, of course, the late Alan Rickman who passed away last year.

The “Love Actually” mini-sequel will air 24th March 2017 on BBC One.

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Is The Marvel Cinematic Universe Teasing A Future Spider-Man Crossover Film?

Here’s some shocking news! Spider-Man’s longtime nemesis, Electro will be making his way into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The character is set to be played by “Project Powers” actor Jamie Foxx. The same actor who played Electro in 2014’s “The Amazing Spider-Man 2”.

There’s a lot more to this story than a simple case of cinematic Deja Vu, though. In a deleted tweet screenshot by user @cosmic_marvel, we see the Oscar winner expressing his excitement at reprising his role as Electro in the latest instalment of Disney’s Spider-Man films. Things get even more intriguing when we consider one of the images used in the tweet. One depicting multiple versions of Spider-Man staring at an ominous Electro cloud in the distance.

Jamie Foxx confirmed tElectro won’t be blue in ‘SPIDER-MAN 3’ and hinted at a possible Spider-Verse in the MCU 👀 pic.twitter.com/KLqiV76PDI

— Cosmic Marvel (@cosmic_marvel) October 2, 2020

Not sure about you guys but our Spidey-senses (or Peter Tingle) are going through the roof! Could Foxx’s arrival to the MCU simply be a fun, little nod to Spidey fans? Or could it be a sign of bigger things on the way? There’s a lot to unpack here, so let’s swing right into it.

Before we can even touch on the potential for a future Spider-Man crossover film within the MCU, we need to answer one question. Is it even possible? Surprisingly, the answer is yes.

For the longest time, Sony and Disney have had to share the property of Spider-Man. It wasn’t always easy though. There were moments in which it seemed like Sony was going to break away from Disney, taking Spider-Man off the table completely. However, thanks to Tom Holland and a strong push for reconciliation from fans, the two companies seemed to have worked out their differences and have learnt to share.

In fact, it seems like both of them are on fairly good terms with one another. There have even been talks about future collaboration between their respective cinematic universes. In October last year, Disney’s President of Marvel Studios Kevin Feige confirmed that audiences will be seeing a Tom Holland Spider-Man-Venom film in the future. This isn’t a hypothetical situation he’s pitching mind you, he’s saying that it will happen. Before the whole Sony-Disney cold war over the wallcrawler, there were even some rumblings about Tom Holland’s Spider-Man making a cameo in Sony’s “Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse”.

So as far as precedence goes, there is a reasonable amount of hope for Tom Holland’s Spider-Man to interact with Sony’s characters in the foreseeable future. Disney seems more than happy to extend an olive branch over to Sony. That being said, we did have some doubts about these claims. Perhaps Feige was simply pitching pleasant ideas to ensure fans that there won’t be any more scuffles with Sony. That Spider-Man is safe in the MCU and that the two parties have worked out a deal. After Foxx’s announcement, however, we started to take a deeper look into this whole situation and what we found was pretty interesting.

There’s actually some fairly compelling evidence to show that the MCU has been sowing the seeds for a future crossover film. The trail goes as far back as 2019’s “Spider-Man: Far From Home”. During a post-credits scene, the film decides to drop an utter bombshell on us all. Quentin Beck aka Mysterio managed to upload footage framing Spider-Man as the one responsible for the drone attacks. Furthermore, we also see the MCU’s version of Jonah J. Jameson go on a tirade about the Spidey before revealing to the world the hero’s true identity.

In case you didn’t know, actor J.K. Simmons also played the role of Jameson in Sam Raimi’s “Spider-Man” trilogy under Sony Pictures. Initially, we thought that “Far From Home” would be our introduction into a wider cinematic multiverse through Beck. Turns out that Mysterio was lying about being a magical warrior from an alternate Earth. After that reveal, we had simply chalked up Simmons’ reprisal as Jameson as some fan service on Marvel’s part. A callback to the good old days.

In spite of that, we couldn’t help but feel like Disney’s Marvel was still teasing the prospect of a wider multiverse. As of now, we do know that the MCU will undoubtedly be touching on this concept. “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” will be seeing to that in the not-so-distant future.

We know Disney has confirmed some sort of future collaboration with Sony. We definitely know that multiverses exist within the MCU. And with Foxx, we now have two actors from Sony’s previous Spider-Man films reprising their same roles but this time inside of the MCU. Coincidence? We think not!

We believe that the MCU is not only setting up for a future Spider-Man crossover film with Sony’s current properties from “Venom” and “Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse”. Rather, they’re planning to create a crossover with all other live-action versions of the character. Both Toby Maguire and Andrew Garfield! There have been rumours that both actors have been in talks to be in Disney’s third Spider-Man film.

If this is the case, then there’s a viable explanation as to why J. Jonah Jameson and Electro look so similar to their previous counterparts and yet so different. It’s because they’re alternate versions of the same person! This idea isn’t particularly new, it happens all the time in comics. Imagine Andrew Garfield’s Spider-Man and Holland’s Peter Parker battling against the MCU version of the Electro. Then Garfield turns to Holland going “Yeah, I know a guy like that from where I’m from.” The sheer metatextual novelty of it all would be so awesome.

To answer the question, we’re fairly certain that we’ll be seeing a future Spider-Man crossover film with Sony’s Spiderverse. There are of course a few details we’ve yet to hash out. For one, we’ve yet to confirm the scope of the crossover and how many of these Spider-people will be visiting the MCU. Will it be limited to only the live-action versions of the character? Will Sony find a way to make put their beautifully animated heroes next to a very real Tom Holland? Rest assured, we’ll keep you updated.

In the meantime, be sure to tell us which version of Spider-Man you’re most looking forward to seeing in the MCU in the comments down below!

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Hype’s Now Playing: Froya featuring Jason Marcus – Dawn

Michelle Lee, also known by many as Froya, is back and she’s back with a brand new sound. The local singer who brought you tracks like “Uncomprehended Child” and “Kill You” has released her latest single “Dawn” featuring Jason Marcus.

The new track “Dawn” features an indie-electronic production style giving the track a chill yet upbeat feel. Written and put together by Froya herself, the track will have you grooving and bopping your head along to it. Together, Froya and Jason Marcus’ vocals sync flawlessly, exuding the amazing chemistry they both have. “Dawn” is the first single of Froya’s upcoming album “Panic Bird”.

We’ve also recently sat down with Froya for a chat and will be sharing our exclusive interview with her real soon so be sure to check back in!

For now, here’s “Dawn” by Froya featuring Jason Marcus.

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Would You Stay In This Prison-Themed Hostel In Bangkok?

Thailand, famed for its beautiful islands, rich culture, and its busting capital, welcomes millions of international tourists every year. This year, the country is expected to receive almost 35 million tourists – nearly half the country’s population. Hence, it’s safe to say that tourism is a major economic factor in the country.

To accommodate tourists, Thailand is home to a variety of hotels, including luxury hotels, boutique hotels, and budget hotels – a plentiful of options to cater to each individual’s liking. But nothing beats staying behind bars at Bangkok’s first prison-themed hostel.

Inspired by the iconic 1994 prison escape movie “The Shawshank Redemption”, Sook Station is the brainchild of 55-year-old Sittichai Chaivoraprug and his wife, 49-year-old Piyanat Teekavanich. Inspired by a shared love of travel, the duo decided to venture into the hospitality industry after careers in the technology sector.

Sook Station (which actually means happiness station) is their first foray into the hospitality industry.

Located in Bangkok’s Udom Suk neighbourhood, the hostel offer guests pin-striped pyjamas for 700 baht (RM90) and a wall with a height chart where they can have their mugshots taken. The 9-room hostel has narrow rooms, metal bars, bunk beds, and a light-out curfew, designed to give the look and feel of a real jail.

In fact, 2 of the rooms come complete with black-out doors and windows to create the feeling of being in solitary confinement, and showers are located on a caged-in rooftop. Not a fan of solitary confinement or claustrophobia? That’s alright. There are 7 rooms in Sook Station that come with a small balcony.

Although the compound is secured with barbed wires, fret not, Sook Station is not as depressing you may think. The hostel comes with a few luxuries that inmates wouldn’t usually find in a jail such as free Wi-Fi, outdoor jacuzzi, parking, a relaxation lounge, and delicious food served at its restaurant.

As far as unique, themed accommodations go, this one’s definitely on our travel bucket list!

Check out the gallery below for more pictures of Sook Station:

Interested? The rates at Sook Station are between 790 to 1,630 baht (RM102 – RM210) a night. For more information, visit their website.

Source: Deanbangkok / Featured image: Deanbangkok.

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#TheConcertKL2017: Sheila Majid To Hold First Major Malaysian Concert In 7 Years

Rejoice, Sheila Majid fans! Not only did your favourite singer just release a brand new album, “Boneka”, but she also has something exciting for her supporters.

“Surprise! My dream of entertaining fans in a big-scale concert is finally being met, thanks to all the sponsors! Apart from ‘Boneka’, the concert is my biggest gift to fans in Malaysia,” said the Malaysian iconic songstress.

“Boneka” marks Sheila’s first full-length album in 13 years. “It took me 3 years to compile the right material for the album. I received a lot of new songs from composers but only a handful met my expectations,” the singer told Star2.

“I actually was not that interested in releasing another album because of the unstable state of the music industry. However, I did it because of all the fans who kept asking me when I was going to release something new! ‘Boneka’ is my gift to my fans,” Sheila added.

So what inspired the album title? “I named this album ‘Boneka’ (puppet in English) because that’s what I turn myself into when I am performing on stage in front of the audience. Even with a glamorous image as an entertainer, the fact is that I am simply a human being with a high profile job. I see myself as a puppet that belongs to my fans when I’m on stage.” the 52-year-old pop diva shared.

The last time Sheila performed in Stadium Negara was during her first solo concert, “Konsert Lagenda”, back in 1991. Although Malaysia’s jazz queen has been consistently performing on and off over the past few years (including her charity concert, “Aku Cinta Pada Mu”), this will be her first major concert in 7 years.

Brought to you by IME Malaysia, the details to “Sheila Majid: The Concert Kuala Lumpur 2017” are as follows:

Concert tickets are now available at Ticket Charge. For more information, visit Sheila Majid’s Facebook page here.


#TouchnGo: Minimum Top-Up On SKVE Set At RM30 From March Onwards

Yes, peeps, it’s true. If you ever use the SKVE (South Klang Valley Expressway) and need to reload your Touch n’ Go card, you’d better have RM30 with you.

This is because the minimum reload for the smart card will be increased to RM30 starting tomorrow (Wednesday, 1st March).

The general manager of the Operations and Maintenance Department Zainal Alam Kamaruzzaman explained that the move was enforced to reduce congestion.

“We made the decision as we wanted the public to have a sufficient amount of money when they go through toll booths. It would also lessen the congestion as users would not have to queue to top up their Touch n’ Go cards every day.”

He reiterated that the RM30 minimum top-up will only be applicable at the toll booths on the SKVE. “RM10 top-ups can still be done at the Touch n’ Go sale counters,” he continued.

Zainal also said that the minimum top-up rate of RM30 will be implemented to other highways in the near future. When the system comes operation, it will be announced by the Malaysian Association of Highway Concession Companies (PSKLM).

The SKVE is a 51 kilometre highway leading to Kajang, Putrajaya, Cyberjaya, Banting, Bandar Saujana Putra, Teluk Panglima Garang, Carey Island, and Pulau Indah


Sungha Jung Live in Kuala Lumpur

There are artistes, and then there are YouTube artistes, and then there are YouTube artistes who wins over the hearts of viewers by first covering songs across multiple genres before moving on to compose his own music and winning awards.

What are we on about? The young and super-heroically talented Sungha Jung,  a South Korean acoustic fingerstyle guitarist who, like many other YouTube artistes, shot to fame via YouTube. It later earned him a whopping total of 15 awards on YouTube, including six #1 awards.

As of December 2012, Sungha Jung’s channel has over 17 million views, more than 1,160,000 subscribers, and 605 million views.

Did we also mention that he not only composes his own music but he has some pretty neat collaborations in his resume? Last year, he collaborated with YG Entertainment’s super girl group, 2NE1 for two acoustic versions of their hit songs, “Lonely” and “I Love You”:

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Let’s not forget that one time he shared the stage with BIGBANG’s G-Dragon for his solo performance of “That XX”. Guess it’s safe to say that Sungha Jung is nothing short of amazing! And the best part is, Malaysians will get to see him perform live come 22nd June 2013.

Venue: 3rd Floor, DBKL Auditorium Hall, Menara DBKL 1

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Contest: Win Exclusive Marvel Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. Goodie Bags!

Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., or simply Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., is an American television series created for ABC by Joss Whedon, Jed Whedon, and Maurissa Tancharoen, based on the Marvel Comics organization S.H.I.E.L.D. (Strategic Homeland Intervention, Enforcement and Logistics Division), a fictional peacekeeping and spy agency in a world populated with superheroes and numerous supernatural phenomena.

It is set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), sharing continuity with the films of the franchise.

Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. revolves around the character of Phil Coulson, with Clark Gregg reprising his role from the film series, and his team of S.H.I.E.L.D. agents, who must deal with various unusual cases and enemies, including Hydra and the Inhumans. Joss Whedon began developing a S.H.I.E.L.D. pilot following the success of his film Marvel’s “The Avengers“, and Gregg was confirmed to reprise his role in October 2012.

The series was officially picked up by ABC in May 2013, and also stars Ming-Na Wen, Brett Dalton, Chloe Bennet, Iain De Caestecker, and Elizabeth Henstridge, with Nick Blood and Adrianne Palicki joining during the second season. Several episodes directly crossover with films or other television series set in the MCU, while other characters from MCU films and Marvel One-Shots also appear throughout the series.

The first season originally aired from 24th September 2013 – 13th May 13 2014, while a second season began airing on 23rd September 2014. fter initially high ratings but mixed reviews, ratings steadily dropped, while reviews steadily improved, throughout the first season. This led to much lower but more consistent ratings, as well as positive reviews, in the second season. Several characters created for the series have since been introduced to the comic universe.

The series is produced by ABC Studios, Marvel Television, and Mutant Enemy Productions, with Jed Whedon, Tancharoen, and Jeffrey Bell serving as showrunners.

Now that we’ve gotten that out of the way, how’d you like it if we told you that you could stand a chance at winning official Marvel Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. merchandise thanks to our friends from FOX? True story!

To win the goodie bags, all you gotta tell us is:

E-mail your answers with your details (Name, IC, Contact number) to submit@hype.my. Each winner will walk away with one goodie bag per person.

Don’t forget! Catch Marvel Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. on FOX HD on the same day as the US every Wednesday starting from 4th March 2015 at 9pm.

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#TripleH: PENTAGON’s E’Dawn & Hui To Join HyunA As Members Of “2nd Trouble Maker”

It’s been confirmed, guys. The “2nd Trouble Maker” has an official name now!

The group will be named Triple H, and is made up of 3 members. Of course, HyunA will be part of the team and she’ll be joined by PENTAGON’s Hui and E’Dawn. They will be making their debut in May.

Their name represents the initials of their names as E’Dawn’s real name is Hyojong. Upon visiting Cube Entertainment’s official website, a logo for the group also appears.

Although an insider claimed that the group is the “2nd Trouble Maker”, Cube has refuted those claims. The label explained that Triple H’s concept is extremely different from Trouble Maker’s, with the former aiming to be “sexy with a younger vibe”.

For Trouble Maker, there were a lot of physical intimacy between Hyunseung and HyunA but that won’t be the case for the upcoming group.

Earlier in March, HyunA, Hui, and E’Dawn were also spotted in the US for a music video shoot. The trio has also reportedly finished their album jacket shooting.

This will be HyunA and E’Dawn’s 2nd time working together. Prior to his debut, the rapper participated in HyunA’s music show performances for her track “Roll Deep”. He gained attention for confidence and was praised by fans for his chemistry with HyunA.

Trouble Maker was formed in 2011 and the group originally consisted of former HyunA and Jang Hyun Seung. Their first release, titled “Troublemaker”, achieved massive success, earning them a triple crown on “M! Countdown”. Moreover, their 2nd release, titled “Now (There Is No Tomorrow)” (2013), had the highest score ever recorded on “Inkigayo”.

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CNY 2019: 10 Chinese New Year Films To Watch This Festive Season

Over the past few years, movie distributors have been upping the ante with a variety of Chinese New Year films to entertain movie-goers at the cinemas.

2019 is no different. With the festive season just around the corner, we’ve notice more CNY flicks slated to hit the big screen. Don’t know what to watch? We’ve compiled a handy list to help you out. You can thank us later ;)

“Since God created human based on his own image, the love story of thousands of men and women has been born. This movie is adapted from Broadway classic music drama ‘I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change’! It consists of 12 independent units which composed from different point of view of the individual, family and social to explore the timeless life issues – love!”

The mobile chat group ‘Pat Poh (Nosy Bitches)’ consists of a tight-knit group of 6 ladies and 2 guys. A few unpleasant events happened over the course of time that turn these friends into strangers. Inspector May found out that Isabel was having an affair with her boyfriend. Rosalind became famous by publishing a book about her friend’s love secrets. However, when June finds herself in trouble, the former friends will have to set aside their differences to save their friend.

Stephen Chow (周星馳) was originally slated to take on the producer role for “The New King of Comedy” (新喜劇之王). Fans were surprised to find out that the Hong Kong comedy actor became the director instead. The animated poster, released last November, depicts a crayon drawing of Snow White holding a folding stool – ready to do battle.

The first film that came out in 1999 was a box office hit. It remains to be seen if “The New King of Comedy” (新喜劇之王) will follow suit.

“‘The Knight of Shadows’ is an action-fantasy epic that revolves around Songling, a demon hunter defending humanity from an inhuman invasion. When an evil force starts kidnapping village girls to feast on their souls, he sets out to save as he teams up with police detective Fei and a group of friendly monsters.”

“Siew and his family live in Hong Kong. When they arrived in Malaysia, they meet Cui-Fong, a tour guide who is a cunning schemer; Pumpkin BB, a local backpacker; Orchid, a hostel owner who look a lot like their mother. During their trip from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highland, these 3 people introduce Siew’s family to whole new experiences including intruding a local aboriginal village.”

“In this modern society, the standard of living is constantly improving, and the disparity between the rich and the poor is growing. It’s as if they are living in 2 different worlds. Coupled with the development of technology and social networks, the poor are constantly marginalised, and wealthy people continue to flaunt their riches.”

“In a peaceful elderly home managed by retired doctor Master, with assistance from his long-time nurse Ching, lives a group of five retirees. Teddy is a former professional pickpocket, Fatty Crab is an ex-detective who now gets around in wheelchair, Uncle Lung is formerly a spy for the British secret service, Richard is a former professional swimmer who is still saddened by his son’s death at sea a few years ago, and Wai is an elegant Chinese opera actress who is now retired. Their peace is about to be shattered when Master’s old friend, the gangster Marvin, plans to take revenge on him.”

“Hornet and Mark decide to end their careers as assassins with a final mission. Along the way, they meet their former classmate, Sha Bao, a drug lord’s god-daughter Talia, and her friend Ira from the Philippines. Things get complicated as they are each hunted by their own enemies. Action ramps up as they begin their hilarious adventure in Taiwan.”

“The multi-year ICAC investigation into the Lida Conglomerate is on the brink of collapse after the CEO’s disappearance and the whistleblower’s flight to England. To salvage the case, a top ICAC agent teams with a fellow investigator (who happens to be his estranged wife) and risks their lives to bring the witness back to Hong Kong.”

“Adapted from Japanese manga Mischievous Kiss (by Kaoru Tada), First Kiss tells of schoolgirl Yuan Xiang Qin falling hard for the new boy in school, Jiang Zhi Shu. Unfortunately, Zhi Shu is superior to Xiang Qin in every way – from his looks to his IQ. Undeterred, she decides to follow her feelings and confess her love for him.”


#Vape: Negeri Sembilan Declares Only Muslims Are Prohibited From Using Vape

The Negeri Sembilan government announced that vape traders are allowed to sell vape products or e-cigarettes in the state.

However, Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said that Muslims are still prohibited from vaping or smoking e-cigarettes as the national fatwa council declared that vaping is “haram” (forbidden).

Mohammad told reporters that the decision was made after a discussion in the state weekly exco meeting today.

On the basis of religion, anything that has negative impact on health is not allowed, thus, Muslims should not vape.

“But we will not touch the sale of vaping products, business is a separate thing,” he added.

It was understood that during the meeting, the state mufti also expressed their views on vaping from both the health and religious aspects. Mohamad said that the fatwa or guidelines should not affect non-Muslims as they were only for Muslims.

It is up to Muslims to be good Muslims or not, those who observe the religion will follow.

He also said that the state government has yet to decide any penalty or fine amount for Muslims who did not abide to the fatwa, but they will soon issue guidelines on where vaping is allowed.

In addition to that, Mohammad said that all races would be given licenses to run vape stores. “Business is a separate thing, do not cloud your minds,” he explained.

Johor was the first state to announce a ban on all sale of vape products. Several other states then followed suit including Penang, Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu, and Malacca. The Selangor government will also announce its decision on 13th January.

Vaping is also officially banned at 20 public universities all government schools. It is unclear whether the Malaysian Health Ministry will eventually ban vape/vaping altogether, but it was previously reported that they were looking to implement an excise tax on e-cigarettes and vapes.

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Contest: Win RM888 Worth Of Lazada Wallet Credit To Shop From Home With Free Shipping

Mark your calendars shoppers! Lazada Malaysia is celebrating its 8th birthday on 27th March with a ton of irresistible offers.

With the country’s movement control order, the e-commerce platform is encouraging to “Keep Calm & Shop From Home With Free Shipping”, while providing convenient access to household staples, health products and other daily essentials.

There has been an increase in demand for groceries and personal care products over the past few weeks. Now that numerous companies have adopted the “work from home” policy, there is a noticeable uptick in the IT, computer and software category. So be sure to take advantage of more Flash Sale deals at lower prices during birthday campaign period.

Here are some highlights to take note when the Lazada 24-hour online sale goes live at 12am on 27th March:

There will be 56 exclusive brand partners including L’Oreal, OPPO, Realme, SenQ, Vtech Toys and Wardah. But before that, feel free to tune in to Lazada’s 8th Birthday LIVE TV Show via TV3 or Lazada app on 26th March. The event will feature top performers such as Dayang Nurfaizah, Ayda Jebat, Hael Husaini and Haqiem Rusli.

“Our customers’ shopping experience has always been a priority. During this exceptional time when convenience and safety is much in need, our customers can purchase their daily needs while shopping from the comfort and convenience of their homes. It is also a time when we are able to support our eCommerce community by providing online solutions for our sellers and brands,” said Leo Chow, Chief Executive Officer, Lazada Malaysia.

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In addition to Lazada’s Social Contest, we’re celebrating Lazada’s upcoming 8th Birthday by sponsoring 1 lucky winner to go on a shopping spree! The winner will receive RM888 worth of Lazada Wallet Credit. Here are some key details to take note:

It’s been almost a week since many of us took part in the Lazada Birthday Sale on 27th March. This event was a nice distraction considering how many days we’ve been cooped up at home.

Prior to that, yours truly wrote down a list of house essentials that were running low. We also made it a point save some lucrative deals under the “Mesti Beli” and “Flash Sale” section. Items with the campaign tag also indicated additional discounts.

Botaneco Garden had amazing Buy 1 Free 1 promos for shampoo, body wash, lotion, and conditioner. It was such a great steal!

The F&B promos for KFC and Tealive were also on offer that day. These were the little joys that we got to experience during the Lazada Birthday Sale. How about you?


#AmericanIdol: Kelly Clarkson Leaves Everyone In Tears With Emotional Performance

Grab a tissue. Kelly Clarkson’s heart-wrenching performance of “Piece By Piece” is guaranteed to bring on the waterworks.

Clarkson recently returned to the stage where it all started: “American Idol”. Can you believe that it has been 15 years since she was crowned the first-ever “American Idol” winner? Not only did the pop star serve as guest judge to the Top 10 contestants, she also delivered a stripped down version of her latest single.

Evoking tears in the crowd, Clarkson clearly struggled to get through the song in certain places, especially towards the end of the last chorus. But that just makes her performance all the more empathetic and real. Judges Keith Urban and Jennifer Lopez were not the only ones in tears, her performance left a lasting effect on everyone present.

Earlier in the show, the “American Idol” winner opened up about the song – which is about being abandoned by her father as a child. “I actually wrote it pregnant with my little girl and now I’m pregnant with my little boy. So if I don’t make it through and I start crying, just laugh. It’ll make me feel better,” she told host Ryan Seacrest.

True to her word, the singer got choked up that at some point, she couldn’t even continue and had to restart a few lines as she fought back tears.

Clarkson, who is 8 months pregnant with her second child, candidly blamed it on her hormonal pregnancy saying, “I’m pregnant, it’s nostalgic, I can’t believe it’s the last season. I’m really sorry, I just bawled. I’m actually quite proud that I made it that far“.

It’s unclear if the singer will be attending the grand finale in April, says Gossip Cop, however word on the street is that Clarkson has already pre-taped a medley this week that will be shown when the season concludes. So this may very well be Clarkson’s final appearance on the idol stage.

Watch Clarkson’s emotional “Piece By Piece” rendition below:

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Young Money Entertainment’s Member Mack Maine Turned Himself In For Sexual Battery

YMCMB’s Mack Maine who was charged with sexual battery for two criminal charges after he groped a female fan while on Lil Wayne’s tour bus last month before punching her friend has turned himself in.

Based on court documents, officials say Rachel Reed and Cailey Maddox were invited by Mack onto a tour bus and while on the vehicle, Mack had put his hand down Rachel’s dress to grab her right breast without her consent. Upset with what had happened, Rachel and Cailey attempted to leave the bus but Mack had blocked the exit and then punched her friend, Cailey in the face.

The District Attorney on the case said it is unsure when the charges would be filed but that it was certain to be filed.