Top 10 Marvel Movies Of All Time

In conjunction with “Thor: Ragnarok”, I figured I’d do a Top 10 Marvel movie list. We live in an era where geeks are considered HOT (that is a lie I tell myself every day) and comic book movies are the epitome of pop culture. And at the centre of that is the Marvel Cinematic Universe. But Marvel movies go beyond just the Marvel Cinematic Universe. “Blade”, anybody? At the Box Office, Marvel movies have grossed more than US$ 9.9 billion in North America, alone.

So, without further ado, let’s look at the Top 10 Marvel movies of all time. Just a reminder, I will not only be focusing on movies that are under the Marvel Cinematic Universe banner but all movies based on the Marvel comics.

If it weren’t for scenes that tried too hard to be a typical superhero stuff, it would be higher up on this list. The parts that have Peter Parker without his suit are brilliant. The parts that have Spider-Man in his complete high tech costume are mediocre. The final action scene feels like a cop-out.

Tom Holland is my favourite Spider-Man. He truly embodies the Spider-Man that everyone knows and loves from the comic books. “Homecoming” is an awesome coming of age story about a young boy who wants to tango with the big boys AKA The Avengers, but learns that his true purpose is to protect the little guy. This movie asks the question, what will you do if you’re a teenager with superpowers? One of the best moments in the film happens at a party, as Peter Parker sits on the rooftop contemplating whether he should show-off in front of his peers or be the “better man.”

The chemistry between Peter Parker and Tony Stark is fantastic, and Iron Man does not overstay his welcome. “Homecoming” should have focused more on the man underneath the suit because that’s where things are interesting. The interaction between Tony and Peter that happens after Peter’s failed attempt at saving the Ferry is more interesting than the Ferry rescue scene itself. Peter’s interaction with Adrian Toomes (Michael Keaton) in his house and in the car, is more engrossing than their final action sequence.

“Homecoming” is a good movie that should have been great, had director Jon Watts not bothered about large action set pieces.

“X-Men: First Class” may not be my favourite of the X-Men films, but it is perhaps the most important. It is important because it breathed life into a franchise that was spiraling into a shithole. After 2 good movies by Bryan Singer – “X-Men” and “X2” – the director decided to jump ship to DC and helm “Superman Returns”. The reigns of “X-Men” was left to Brett Ratner. Yeap, THE asshole Brett Ratner who clearly spent his time harassing women than learning how to make a movie properly. As expected, “X-Men: The Last Stand” turned out to be a giant misstep. Then came “X-Men Origins: Wolverine” which would give “Batman & Robin” a run for its worst comic book movie of all time, spot.

Then came Matthew Vaughn and “X-Men: First Class” and boy, did X-Men become cool again. Unlike the other X-Men films, “First Class” is a prequel that focuses on younger versions of Professor X, Magneto and Mystique, played by James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, and Jennifer Lawrence respectively. While Jennifer Lawrence is completely miscast, McAvoy and Fassbender are remarkable. Fassbender is a standout in particular, delivering a layered performance that allows us to understand why Magneto eventually becomes the extremist we know him to be. The scene in an Argentinian bar is something that I can watch over and over and over again because of how magnetic (pun definitely intended) Magneto is.

My biggest problem with “X-Men: First Class” is its continuity issues. Why does Beast invent Cerebro when it’s mentioned in “X-Men” and “X2” that it’s made by Professor X and Magneto? And if Mystique and Professor X have been friends since young, why do they not acknowledge each other in “X-Men” and “X2”?

I once explained “Deadpool” as such: If Quentin Tarantino, George Miller, and Edgar Wright had a threesome for eight hours and for whatever reason one of them gets pregnant, has a kid that grows up to be a supermodel and that supermodel masturbates on a rainbow, the mixture of the supermodel’s vaginal juices and the rainbow’s residue would be this “Deadpool” movie.

I stand by my statement. This movie is batshit crazy. It had no right to be made, but I’m glad Ryan Reynolds fought hard for it. This is the COOLEST comic book movie ever made. This movie is no story and all storytelling. It’s also extremely hilarious in the smartest of ways. The true heroes, as the opening credits of the movie indicate, are the screenwriters Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, who previously penned “Zombieland”.

Interestingly enough, “Deadpool” is also one hell of a love story. The romance between Deadpool and Vanessa (Morena Baccarin) is sincere. I genuinely believed that despite how flawed and crazy both of them are, they would die for each other.

“X2” is the first, really good comic book movie after the abomination that is “Batman & Robin”. Sure, “X-Men” set the groundwork in 2000, but it is its sequel, also directed by Bryan Singer that really made people slowly start to take comic book movies seriously.

“X2” opens in spectacular fashion, with the teleporting mutant, Nightcrawler infiltrating the White House. To this day, it is still one of the best comic book movie action sequences. The scene in the X-Mansion where Wolverine goes full berserker mode is also riveting.

But what makes “X2” truly standout is its commentary on LGBT. The X-Men comics have always been a metaphor for the oppressed, but in “X2” we got to witness it on the big screen. This was clearly a passion project for director Bryan Singer, who’s a homosexual himself. One of the more interesting scenes in the movie takes place in Bobby/Iceman’s house.

Now, switch the word mutant with the word gay.

To read my full analysis of X-Men and real-world LGBT, click here.

It’s hard to believe that the same guy who made this, also went on to make its shitty sequel. Sam Raimi’s “Spider-Man 2” is by far the best Spider-Man movie to date. Period. No competition. Toby Maguire may not be my favourite Spider-Man, but boy is this movie effing good.

Coming at a time where we weren’t getting 273 comic book movies a year, it’s surprising that Sony allowed Sam Raimi to make a movie like this. This movie is free of cheese, nods, and winks. It takes itself seriously, very seriously, and tells a story about a teenager with a ridiculous amount of burden to bear. “Spider-Man 2” is personal, just like a Spider-Man movie should be. While the movie is titled Spider-Man, the focus is on Peter Parker. Here Peter Parker realizes that he shouldn’t be in a relationship with Mary Jane, although it’s something he has wanted since he was a little boy, because he knows that being together with her would put her life in danger. Even his relationship with the villainous Doctor Octopus is fleshed out.

This is a superhero movie that transcends geekdom, one of the very few to do so.

Watching “The Avengers” on the big screen, for the first time, still remains one of my most memorable cinematic experiences. After laying the groundwork in films like “Iron Man”, “Thor”, “Hulk” and “Captain America: The First Avenger”, all eyes were on Joss Whedon to execute what many considered at that time to be the biggest film in the history of cinema. This was going to change the game forever, one way or another.

Whedon teased it out. Our favourite characters bickered and got into minor scuffles. It was fun and at times, even emotional – Loki murdering Phil Coulson. And then came the big moment. And it DID NOT DISAPPOINT. Every single second of the climactic battle sequence had me either go WTF or HOLY SHIT, before getting a heart-attack and dying on the spot, only to be brought back alive when my friend said, “Oi! I bought tickets for round 2 already.”

“That’s my secret Captain. I’m always angry.” *Orgasms*

“Captain America: The Winter Soldier” propelled the Russo brothers to heights they probably never imagined reaching. Prior to this, Joe and Anthony Russo were known for working on many episodes of “The Community”. But even then, it was evident that these were filmmakers who were first and foremost geeks. And when they got the opportunity to work on “The Winter Soldier”, they did not disappoint.

“The Winter Soldier” is a comic book movie that played like an espionage thriller. The first Captain America movie was more light-hearted, fun and full of hope. “The Winter Soldier” is completely different. From almost killing off Nick Fury, to the end of S.H.I.E.L.D as we know it, “The Winter Soldier” does not mess around. This movie also reintroduces Bucky Barnes, Steve Rogers’ childhood best friend who was thought to be dead. The friendship between Bucky and Captain is still one of the more interesting character arcs in the MCU and is explored even further in “Captain America: Winter Soldier.”

I kept switching back and forth between “Days of Future Past” and – spoiler alert – “Logan” for my number 2/3 spot. Ultimately I placed “Logan” at number 2 for how ballsy it is.

“Days of Future Past” marks Bryan Singer’s triumphant return to the X-Men franchise. While Matthew Vaughn reinvigorated the franchise with “First Class”, Singer tied the best parts of X-Men together, while completely erasing the shitty movies. Goodbye “The Last Stand”, Sayonara “X-Men Origins: Wolverine.”

Oh, this movie is a blast from start to finish. The cool action sequences take place in the future, where Fan Bing Bing, who plays Blink, steals the show despite not having a line of dialogue. The meat of the story takes place in the past, 10 years after the events of “First Class”. Surprisingly, this wasn’t just the Wolverine/Hugh Jackman story, but rather, an emotional and thrilling tale with well-written characters all around, and even better performances. Even Jennifer Lawrence who as mentioned before this, is totally miscast as Mystique, delivers a fine performance.

Surprisingly, it is Evan Peters as Quicksilver that goes on to steal the show, in a thoroughly enjoyable extremely comic book-y scene.

Just like “The Dark Knight” and “Deadpool” before it and “Wonder Woman” after it, “Logan” further proves that comic book movies aren’t necessarily a genre, but a form. “Logan” isn’t a film about a man with superpowers going up against a giant light beam in the sky. “Logan” is a western-drama about once strong, powerful men coming to terms with their old age. It is a great story about a father, grandfather and a daughter. This is a tale about kinship and the pain that comes with it.

Everybody dreams of becoming Wolverine; to have claws and be able to heal all wounds in an instant. “Logan” is a story that shows you the sufferings that come with it – when everyone you love is dead and gone and you’ve lost your cause for living. Everybody dreams of becoming Professor X; to be able to read and control minds. “Logan” deals with the repercussions of having the most powerful mind in the world when you’re at the age where you’re unable to control it.

This was an easy pick. “Captain America: Civil War” is hands down the best Marvel movie to date. It seems Disney-Marvel Studios have struck gold with the pairing of the Russo brothers (directors) and Markus & McFeely (Scriptwriters). “Captain America: Winter Soldier” was great, this is greater.

There are so many things that could’ve gone wrong in this movie, from juggling a large ensemble to making the disagreement between the members of The Avengers feel organic. Making everything look cool is one thing, making the whole thing meaningful and purposeful is another *cough* BVS *cough*.

While THE AIRPORT SEQUENCE has etched its name in the history books as one of the best comic book film action sequences, the thing that really sticks with me is how the Russo brothers make you flip-flop between supporting Captain America and Iron Man. The Russo brothers could’ve taken the easy route and made one the by proxy villain and the other, the clear hero, but they didn’t. They chose to challenge us and made a movie worth dissecting and debating. Ultimately, who you route for depends on your own moral compass and opinions on real-world politics.

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Hype’s Must Watch: Gouryella – From The Heavens

15 years ago a movement was started in The Netherlands that would leave a sentimental connection with fans worldwide until this present day.

At the very heart of that movement was Gouryella.

What first started as a collaboration project between Ferry Corsten and Tiësto, shortly after became an exclusively solo pseudonym for Ferry himself, and which in 5 releases blazed a trail for electronic music that is rich in melody, arrangement, and texture.

It would inspire many artistes and resonate with an even greater number of fans around the world. “Gouryella – From the Heavens” is the official documentary that will detail the full story of one of dance music’s most revered and mystical dance acts.

Featuring appearances from industry figures that include the likes of Armin van Buuren, Paul Oakenfold, Cosmic Gate, Markus Schulz, Above & Beyond, and Aly & Fila, the documentary gives a timeline of the history of Gouryella and the impact that the records have had on millions of fans worldwide.

The film also gives insight into Ferry Corsten’s decision to revive Gouryella after a 13-year hiatus from the project and follows that journey up until the present.

His decision to take Gouryella from the studio to the stage was what led to the launch of Gouryella Live with 2 arena shows in Sydney and Melbourne back in March 2016. News of these 2 shows ignited a global demand for the project that led to “Gouryella” Live featuring at many of the biggest festivals around the globe of which included EDC Las Vegas, Tomorrowland, and Ultra Europe.

Speaking about “From The Heavens”, Ferry said, “Telling a story through music is one thing. Telling a story through photos, video and a narrative is another. I’m very excited that I’m able to bring this documentary onto the stage and take my fans with me on a journey behind the scenes and through the process that is Gouryella.”

Gouryella has delivered countless memories over nearly 2 decades. Now captured on screen for the very first time, music fans can follow the journey of one of trance music’s most loved aliases and experience the full pioneering affect that the music of Gouryella has had on the dance music community at large.

More on Gouryella in our exclusive interview with Ferry Corsten here.

For more information, hit up Ferry Corsten’s website or Facebook page.


BTS’ Comeback Show Will Be Broadcast Live In Malaysia!

We’re all excited for BTS’ comeback on 18th May, but we have more good news for you. Mnet will be celebrating their album release by airing a special comeback show on 24th May. That isn’t even the best part, as the show will also be broadcast live in Malaysia!

Yup, you heard that right. No need to go through shady and unstable live streams just to watch your favorite group, as JOOX will be streaming the whole thing. The comeback special will see the group performing their tracks from “Love Yourself: Tear”. Behind-the-scenes footage and a special video will be played on the show too.

Aside from JOOX, it will also be broadcast on YouTube and Facebook. “BTS Comeback Show” is set to air on 24 May at 8:30pm KST (7:30pm Malaysian time), so remember to mark your calendars ;)

BTS will be making history by being the K-pop group to perform at the Billboard Music Awards. They’ll be having their comeback stage on the show, which will air on 20th May.


#InfluenceAsia2015: SNSD’s Tiffany, Jay Park, Redfoo & More To Attend As Award Presenters

Influence Asia 2015 is set to be a star-studded event because a plethora of celebrities and famous social media influencers will be attending the social media award show.

Singapore-based influencer marketing network and marketing agency Gushcloud recently announced that Redfoo of EDM duo LMFAO and Tiffany of K-Pop idol girl group Girls’ Generation/SNSD will be attending the Asia’s largest social media award show as award presenters.

Stefan Kendal Gordy, better known by his stage name Redfoo, is an American rapper, dancer, record producer, DJ and singer. He formed LMFAO with his nephew Sky Blu in 2006 and they released 2 studio albums before going solo in 2013.

Best known for his hit singles “New Thang” and “Let’s Get Ridiculous”, Redfoo will be flying to Singapore on 7th December 2015 to present awards at the show.

Stefanie Young Hwang, who is known professionally as Tiffany or Tiffany Hwang, is a member of South Korean girl group Girls’ Generation and its sub-group TaeTiSeo (TTS).

Before making her way to Singapore for Influence Asia 2015, she will be making her long-awaited comeback as part of TTS with a Christmas special album titled “Dear Santa” on 4th December.

Besides Redfoo and Tiffany, Korean rapper Jay Park, editors of American news platform Elite Daily and Korea’s baby superstar Yebin will making special appearances as award presenters.

Jay Park first rose to fame as the leader of popular K-pop group 2PM in 2008. After an unfortunate Myspace incident in 2009, he left the group and returned to Seattle to work on his own music. In 2010, he returned to South Korea, signed a contract with Korean talent agency SidusHQ, and re-debuted as a solo singer and an actor.

Best known for her “Stranger Danger” video, Yebin is an adorable 4-year-old social media influencer with more than 14 million views on YouTube.

Produced by Gushcloud, Influence Asia 2015 is hosted by South Korea’s Yello Digital Marketing (YDM) Group, one of the largest and fastest-growing digital marketing groups in Asia.

More than 180 leading social media influencers from Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Philippines will compete for top awards. Amongst the nominated finalists are Thai host and model TubTim, Malaysia’s singing sensation Elizabeth Tan, Miss Indonesia Putri Anindya, and Philippines’ fashion blogger Laureen Uy. Singaporean influencers who are nominated for the award include Narelle and Benjamin Kheng from The Sam Willows, food bloggers Seth Lui and Daniel Food Diary, and YouTubers Night Owl Cinematics.

In a press statement, Mr Vincent Ha, Gushcloud Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, said:

We are glad that Redfoo and Tiffany are able to join us at the show to celebrate the achievements of the top social media influencers in the region. We cannot wait to unveil the list of trend setters and opinion leaders who have taken the Internet by storm.

“Influencers who produce high quality creative contents will play an even more important role in leading the digital content marketing scene. Influence Asia 2015 will be the great chance for influencers in Asia to network and celebrate its glory moments together,” said Mr Sang Seok Lee, CEO of YDM Group.

A slew of artistes will be attending the show as performers as well.

Singapore’s godfather of hip-hop Sheikh Haikel will be hosting the event with Canadian comedic blogger and YouTube personality Peter Chao, who is known for his unconventional portrayals of Asian stereotypes. With more than 860,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel, Chao is also known for his hilarious politically incorrect videos.

Fans can stand a chance to win tickets to Influence Asia 2015 through nominees who will give away tickets to selected lucky fans. Influence Asia 2015 organisers will also give out tickets through its official Instagram to selected followers.

For more information, visit Influence Asia 2015’s official website.

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Hype’s Now Playing: Hozier – Cherry Wine

Hozier has delivered another heartbreaking yet beautiful song in the form of his latest single, “Cherry Wine”.

Described by the 25-year-old Irish singer-songwriter as “a love song written from the perspective of someone who is in an abusive relationship”, the music video for “Cherry Wine” tackles the very sensitive issue of domestic violence and the broader anti-violence against women in conjunction with the ongoing #FaceUpToDomesticViolence campaign.

Directed by Emmy winner Dearbhla Walsh, the video clip sees Oscar nominee Saoirse Ronan and “Vikings” actor Moe Dunford portraying a couple in an abusive relationship. Although they are seen cozying up after a drunken night out together, we see evidence that their relationship is not a bed of roses at all. In fact, it has taken a violent turn.

Violent scenes are not shown here, rather, the visual offers an insight into the victim’s mindset on why people would justify their decision for staying in a hurtful relationship. As Ronan gently removes her makeup, her face exposes a black eye and the faintest hint of her inner turmoil and trauma.

In the gut-wrenching chorus, Hozier sings, “The way she tells me I’m hers and she is mine / Open hand or closed fist would be fine / The blood is rare and sweet as cherry wine.” Coming from his perspective, when his girl tells him “I’m yours and you’re mine”, it’s a slap in the face because in actuality, she is with someone else.

The emotional pain hurts worse than an actual open hand or closed fist slap. The physical infliction would feel more bearable than to have his feelings toyed with. With this being said, the little time he spends with her is worth all the pain because the experience with her tastes like cherry wine.

Hozier and his record labels have since decided to donate all of the earnings from “Cherry Wine” and donate it to various domestic abuse charity organisations.

A message from @Hozier on the "Cherry Wine" charity single + video https://t.co/doD6ujrhYX #FaceUpToDomesticViolence pic.twitter.com/cS0urX3DxM

— Columbia Records (@ColumbiaRecords) February 14, 2016

Speaking of his decision to take part in this campaign, Hozier said, “Domestic violence is an ongoing issue in our society, the statistics of which are shocking and the effects of which damage whole families, communities and span generations.

“With the song ‘Cherry Wine’, I tried to get across the difficulty of coming to terms with and facing up to domestic violence and the dynamic of an abusive relationship,” he continued.

Ronan added, “The song has always been one of my favourite tracks on his album. I hope through the video and song we can shine light on the issue and complexity of domestic abuse and in doing so help those caught up in the cycle of domestic violence.”


Kate Middleton Is Pregnant With Second Royal Baby

BBC just broke the news that The Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton is pregnant with her second child! The news was apparently confirmed by Clarence House, the royal residence that attached to St. James’ Palace. The statement reads:

Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are very pleased to announce that The Duchess of Cambridge is expecting their second child. As with her first pregnancy, The Duchess is suffering from Hyperemesis Gravidarum (acute morning sickness). Her Royal Highness will no longer accompany The Duke of Cambridge on their planned engagement in Oxford today.

The Duchess of Cambridge is being treated by doctors at Kensington Palace.

The statement also added that “The Queen and members of both families are delighted with the news”.

Congratulations to The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William and Kate Middleton. Looks like Prince George will have a baby sibling to play with soon.

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Making The Cut: Champ Chee Minh!

A small crowd of supporters, family members, friends, and members of the media gathered at Wheel Love Skateshop in SS15 Subang Jaya late Sunday afternoon to witness an act of selflessness and compassion. 28-year-old Geh Chee Minh was about to give up his super long ponytail in the name of cancer research.

People arrived from as early at 4pm and as the hour passed, the anxiety level built. Ours, more than Chee Minh’s. The event was also streamed live on the Internet to help raise funds for the Cancer Research Initiatives Foundation (CARIF).

While friends and family kicked back, the Malaysian photographer extraordinaire was in high spirits. He took time to speak to people, thanking them for being present, taking numerous pictures, and cracking jokes. And no, contrary to popular belief, the champ didn’t cry.

He quickly made a speech and explained his motives for wanting to contribute to cancer research. It was then revealed that he has had a few personal experiences with the disease (Chee Minh lost his two aunts and grandfather to cancer). He also invited Professor Dr. Teo Soo Hwang (CARIF chief executive) to say a few words. She praised him for his determination and contribution.

She also added that Chee Minh was doing something (donating his ponytail and shaving off his hair in the name of charity) that even she had never imagined herself doing.

But the final hour came and his hair had to go.

At that point, he announced that donations as much as RM19,190 has poured in. Keeping to his word, Chee Minh then had a friend grab a pair of scissors and ceremoniously chop off his 10-year-old ponytail. 15 minutes later, he emerged more “lightheaded”, sporting a crew cut.

We applaud the young man for taking a chance in wanting to make a difference. Good job, Chee Minh. And the hair (or therefore lack of) suits you!

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Contest: Dr Clo Sterilisation Device Sticks Worth RM440 Up For Grabs

Having sold over 1.5 million units to households across Asia last year, the Dr Clo Sterilisation Device has finally debuted in Malaysia.

Now available in selected pharmacies and via e-commerce platforms, the South Korean product is known to sterilise, sanitise and disinfect viruses and pathogens in a matter of
seconds.

Given the Covid-19 pandemic, the liquid-based Chlorine Dioxide product (which has been certified by the US Food and Drug Agency (FDA) has arrived at our local shores at the most opportune time. At a time when people are placing higher importance on health, the Dr Clo Sterilisation Device is one of the tools you can use to enjoy optimum protection within specific environments.

For the uninitiated, the Dr Clo Portable Sterilisation Devices are carcinogen-free and contains non-toxic material. It acts as a potent formula and preventive measure against viruses, bacteria and pathogens. Once activated, it can last up to 50 days depending on the intensity of usage.

Dr Clo Sterilisation Device comes in 4 labels:

How to use the Dr Clo Sterilisation Device:

1. Hold the ends of the Sterilisation Device with your hands and bend it once (you can hear a snap sound) to trigger the chemicals of the capsule inside. The indicator on the side will turn yellow within 12-24 hours once it has been activated.

2. Place it in your desired location by hanging or using the suction holder provided. Each of the labelled devices have different content created for its specific location.

3. Dr Clo Sterilisation Devices can last up to 50 days in protecting the selected environment depending on the intensity of usage. After the device indicator turns white, its efficacy will still last up to a minimum of one week.

We have 8 Dr Clo Sterilisation Device sticks worth RM440 up for grabs. The grand prize winner will walk away with 1 full set of 4 sticks while 2 consolation winners will get 2 sticks each.

To find out more, visit Dr Clo’s website.

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Furious 7: More Than 230 Cars Smashed Beyond Repair

A ridiculous amount of cars were used and destroyed for the “Fast & Furious” franchise.

In fact, Dennis McCarthy, who is the car coordinator for the franchise since 2006’s “The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift”, told CNET that approximately 350 cars were used in “Furious 7” and “a couple hundred” of them were destroyed.

Multiple cars were needed for one shot at one location. McCarthy revealed that a total of 34 cars including 6 Subaru WRXs, 8 Dodge Chargers, 8 Challengers, 6 Jeeps, and 6 Camaros were used for the car skydiving scene. The crew lost 3 or 4 cars in the process.

After filming the mountain-highway chase scene on Colorado’s Monarch Pass, McCarthy told WSJ that they’ve “probably destroyed 40-plus vehicles just shooting that sequence”. All the damaged cars were then moved to a parking lot nearby Monarch Ski Resort for Richard Jansen, the owner of Bonnie’s Car Crusher to remove them.

He further revealed that the film crew must follow document every step for both accounting and liability reasons. “We have to account for every single car destroyed in each film,” he said.

For the amount of cars that they destroyed in the making of “Furious 7”, Jansen told WSJ that a total of 230 cars were “unceremoniously crunched into the world’s most expensive cube of metal scraps”.

Jansen said that he and his team were ordered to wreck all the cars, including several black Mercedes-Benzes, a Ford Crown Victoria, and a Mitsubishi Montero. The filmmakers insisted the cars to be smashed beyond repair so that people wouldn’t try to restore them and potentially harm themselves in the damaged cars.

Regarding the production’s request, Jansen said:

It was kind of unusual, to see some relatively late-model Mercedes-Benzes, all crunched up and good for nothing.

However, the amount of cars wrecked for every “Fast and “Furious” movie is nothing new for McCarthy. He said:

We’d wreck 25 cars a day, they’d come out at night, scoop ‘em up and bring us 25 more. It was a round-the-clock process, with multiple tow trucks and car carriers.

He added the film crew actually wrecked more than 230 cars for “Furious 7”. It is no wonder that “Furious 7” is the most expensive movie in the franchise.

Now that you know almost everything about “Furious 7”, what do you think? If you still haven’t watched it, well, what are you waiting for? Go check it out now because the film was already released worldwide on 3rd April!

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Aaliyah’s Biopic: Lifetime Releases First Teaser

Lifetime’s Aaliyah biopic has undergone quite a bit of changes and controversy over the past few months. First, Zendaya dropped out of the lead role, which she later revealed was because of the movie’s production value and issues with the music rights. Nickelodeon star Alexandra Shipp replaced Zendaya and then the late R&B singer’s family voiced their reservations and issues with the film.

Yet production has continued moving forward and now we have our first look at it.

Lifetime posted a short teaser (Aaliyah Was One In A Million) of the movie, titled “Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B” on their Facebook page on Friday. In it, Shipp dances in baggy camo pants, Timberlands and a sports bra – a signature Aaliyah look.

While the short trailer shows just a moody glimpse of Shipp undertaking some of Aaliyah’s distinctive choreography and channeling her fashion and attitude, it also provides some reassurance that the production is back on track after a rocky start earlier this year.

Makes you miss Aaliyah that much more all of a sudden, doesn’t it?

“Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B” premieres on 15th November on Lifetime.

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#Toyota: Automotive Manufacturer Recalls Toyota Prius Models In Malaysia

Following the recent case of the 44-year-old Honda City driver who was killed when a Takata airbag shrapnel pierced her in the chest after a minor crash, Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) is recalling certain Toyota and Lexus models over possible defects involving air bags and emissions control units.

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT) will be carrying out a Special Service Campaign (SSC) for selected Toyota Prius models sold in the Malaysian market.

Although Toyota did not specify whether the recall is related to the Takata airbag problem, the company did say that it covers the curtain shield airbag issue affecting more than 3,500 units of Toyota Prius produced between April 2009 and April 2012.

The press release explained that it involves the airbags located in the left and right side roof rails that are composed of 2 chambers (compressed gas in one chamber and propellant in another) that are welded together.

“Some inflators could have a small crack in the welded area. If the crack spreads over time, the welded portion could separate. If an inflator separates, the curtain shield airbag could partially deploy and the inflator could be ejected into the vehicle interior. If an occupant is present in the vehicle, there is an increased risk of injury,” Toyota explained.

As part of Toyota’s SSC, the cars will be fitted with retention brackets on the curtain shield airbag inflators. These retention brackets serve as protectors to prevent the inflator chambers from being ejected into the cabin. The work will take approximately 2 – 4 hours, subject to the work schedule at the service centre.

The 2nd recall involves the evaporative fuel emission control unit (canister) also on Toyota Prius units produced between April 2009 and November 2013 that were sold in Malaysia. The number of units affected is around 6,000 units.

Toyota said that the recall for the model relates to an evaporative fuel emissions control unit (canister) mounted in the fuel tank. This is because there is a possibility that cracks could develop in the coating of the emissions channel due to improper shaping of portions of the channel, and as a result of this condition, the cracks could expand over time and eventually fuel may leak from these cracks when the car has a full tank of fuel.

During the SSC, the fuel suction plate sub-assembly will be replaced. The work will take approximately 2 – 3 hours, subject to the work schedule at the service centre.

“No other Toyota models are affected by these 2 specific issues that are the subject of the SSC,” Toyota stressed.

Owners of the affected vehicles will be notified of the SSC and requested to bring their cars to an authorised Toyota Service Centre for the necessary remedies to be carried out. Owners will not be charged anything for the labour and parts involved as UMW Toyota Motor will bear all costs.

Owners who do not receive any notification can obtain clarification by calling the Toyota free-phone at 1800-8-TOYOTA (869682). They can also visit authorised Toyota service centres for assistance.


The Exchange TRX Mall: KL Lifestyle Hub’s Supermall Will House 500 Stores

With so many malls in KL, the experience can be generic and repetitive but it’s all going to change with the completion of The Exchange TRX Mall in 2022.

The supermall will be integrated in The Exchange TRX, aiming to be Malaysia’s biggest lifestyle district by the year 2025.

Instead of the usual shopping complex, developers Lendlease, and TRX City Sdn Bhd is opening a lifestyle hub, The Exchange TRX, with a prominent element being a mall which will house a whopping amount of 500 stores, including F&B outlets. On top of the mall will feature the new green heart of Kuala Lumpur, a 10-acre rooftop city park.

The integrated supermall, The Exchange TRX Mall is currently under construction and is set to finish in 2022. It will have 1.3mil square feet of net lettable area compared to Singapore’s biggest shopping centre, VivoCity, which only has 1.1mil square feet.

According to Harper’s Bazaar, once The Exchange TRX is complete in 2025, it will comprise multiple blocks of residences, hotels and offices. Datuk Alfred Cheng, group managing director of Sogo KL has commented that the district’s versatility makes it the one place to “work, eat, play, shop and have fun.”

Upon completion, the lifestyle district will be able to attract many visitors and tourists due to its strategic location. The area is only one MRT stop away from Bukit Bintang and 2 stops from KLCC.

A part of the project is The Exchange 106, South-East Asia’s tallest skyscraper which will soon be dethroned by The Merdeka 118. Learn more about the new tower here.

Sources: Harper’s Bazaar, The Straits Time, Mothership.

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#Malaysia: Perkasa Urges Malays To Boycott Starbucks & Microsoft Over LGBT Support

Dear local Muslims, Malay rights group Perkasa is asking you to boycott companies that are allies to the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community.

The pro-LGBT firms in question are popular coffee chain Starbucks and tech giant Microsoft. This comes shortly after several Muslim in Indonesia made the same protest.

“Perkasa urges Muslims in this country to boycott Starbucks because this United States-based international coffee chain supports LGBT and same-sex marriage,” the group’s Islamic affairs bureau chief, Amini Amir Abdullah, was quoted as saying.

Yesterday (Sunday, 2nd July), Amini Amir also suggests that the government should not allow these pro-LGBT companies (including Microsoft) to continue carrying on their business in Malaysia. The reason being? The LGBT lifestyle “violates the pillars of Islam, the federal constitution, and the Rukunegara”.

“(Their business license should be revoked) because they support homosexual marriages and the LGBT community, which is against our country’s aspirations and the national agenda,” Amini Amir said in a statement.

“Perkasa believes that the LGBT not only goes against Islam, but it is also against the order of nature. LGBT has also never been acknowledged by the Muslim majority in this country and abroad. There has never been a fatwa in 1,438 years that allowed LGBT practices,” he added.

Take a look at other major companies that have openly support LGBT:

Is Perkasa going to ask the public to boycott these other firms as well? Where do y’all stand on this issue? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.

Sources: MalaysiaKini, MMO/ Featured image: Free Malaysia Today.


#ITSTHESHIP: 10 Reasons Why You Need To Go Next Year

So, it has been a week since we were on It’s The Ship, Asia’s largest festival at sea. Some of us walked out of it with our heads held up high, having survived the ordeal that was the 5D4N’s worth of partying, while others are still “suffering” from massive hangovers. But when we say “massive hangovers”, we don’t mean it in the post-alcohol binge per se.

You see, there were a lot of things to love about the cruise aside from the fact that some of the world’s most popular DJs/producers were amongst us. Considering the fact that DJs like Dash Berlin, DBSTF, Sick Individuals, and more were on that very same ship throughout, it was common to bump into them now and then again the entire duration of “It’s The Ship”. Coupled with the fact that unlike other festivals, being on a well-equipped cruise with scheduled parties from noon till night meant that there’s never a day where you’d have nothing to do. You could say that boredom was easily staved off!

We have to admit, there’s a small but “shy to say” part of us that miss it. And if you didn’t go this year, well, here are some reasons why you need to go next year, based on our firsthand experience:

Like we said, there was really never a day that you’d have nothing to do. With 15 decks altogether, there were so many places e.g. casino, bars, restaurants and cafes, more bars, outdoor/sporting activities, a cinema, a skating rink, etc. to explore. There was also a spray-on tattoo booth (with some really questionable designs), a William Grant & Sons “Sasha Grey private party” auction/bidding corner, and even a setup for a makeover session with KimKat. Did we also mention that there was a tiny fleet of designer stores on board? Yup. Just you try to walk in there and come out empty handed. We know we had to fight the urge, and fight real bad. We did, however, settle for some other duty-free goodies.

Why stick to just one stage when you can have many to choose from? Why dance on land when you can rock out from in the pool? Why sleep in when you can take part in the side activities e.g. mini golf tourney with Sick Individuals, cooking with Crookers? Being on “It’s The Ship” means you can’t even bail on the many things to try/see/do even if you wanted to. What, you only slept at 4am after a full night of partying? You’re too tired? You can’t find your shoes? You’ve got a massive hangover? Well, suck it up and soldier on because no time, no time! Watch DJ duo Sick Individuals rock out on “It’s The Ship” via our Instagram here.

Maybe it was because we were stranded on what was essentially a large boat in the middle of Malaysia and Singapore, maybe it was alcohol-induced, but believe us when we say that you will make fast friends. All day, errday! Be it in the pool, in the hot tub, at Windjammer Cafe during breakfast/lunch/dinner, people were generally nice to and friendly with each other. For those who didn’t suffer from actual hangovers, we’re pretty sure they suffered from a “It’s The Ship” hangover anyway – the feeling of missing the vibe, of just being there. Brb, adding friends on Facebook.

4. “Are you single?” – on the ship, you probably should be

This saying holds very true. Don’t be surprised if pick up artists try to work a thing or two on you (female or male, doesn’t matter on “It’s The Ship”) if you’re seen standing alone or with very little company. So for those of you who are attached, bring your significant other along to fend them off with. For those of you who aren’t attached, party on!

5. No elevator music within earshot, only EDM & Rick James

It’s true – even the hallways that led to the cabins were playing dance music. Not at full blast but just audible enough for you to make out Hardwell or Tiesto. Hence, it’s safe to say that you’d be ready to party from the moment you step out of your cabin. Also, resident announcer/pseudo radio DJ Rick James kept us super entertained throughout the entire time with his sharp wit and great sense of humour. We never met him, but we’ll always remember his parting words after every announcement – “It’s not just a party, it’s the ship, yo!”

Because, “Turn down for what?” ;) The idea of a private beach party for the “It’s The Ship” attendees was an absolute godsend because there’s nothing like being on land after 2 “gruelling” nights on the cruise. Also, someone totally proposed to his girlfriend during the private beach party in full view of the shipmates, right before Lil Jon’s set – just one of the many amazing things that might/can happen. Check out the video from the “It’s The Ship” private beach party on our Instagram here.

By that, we mean alcohol. Thanks to our friends from William Grant & Sons, we were sure to never be seen empty-handed. Even if you were seen without a drink, you’d have no excuse as to why because there were plenty of bars surrounding the stages as well as scattered on various decks on board the ship. As part of the media, we were even treated to a special Monkey Shoulder cocktail session with William Grant & Sons and ambassador Zachary DeGit. And you know, it could’ve just been the first time that we were drunk from our own concoctions – not that we’re complaining.

8. #BATEMotel: A pyjama party at the chapel!

No, no disrespect whatsoever, but it was a chance of a lifetime unlike any other. What’s more surprising than the existence of a small little chapel on It’s The Ship? A pyjama party hosted by Malaysian DJ duo BATE. We were handed the invite by our BATE friends Ethan and Wai Hong just a little before we boarded the cruise, and it promised to be an invite-only event. Lo and behold, way too many people (in teddies, baby tees, drawstring pants, armed with pillows and blankies) turned up. So much so that it had to be moved to a floor below. Epic ;)

Truth: She’s probably the only reason why 99.9% of the testosterone-charged hot-blooded men were scrambling to get the red wrist tags aka exclusive invites to the William Grant & Sons private party. That, or they were scrambling to “bid” for it. It was also the only time when Sasha Grey clearly reigned supreme over lethargy and the spread of William Grant & Sons alcohol because the party (which at least for us marked the official end of “It’s The Ship”) saw a crazy turnout! Nevermind that the crowd comprised of mostly men. Oh, we digress! The point is, the Sasha Grey private party.

10. It’s not just a party, it’s the ship, yo!

Sure, it’s not the cheapest festival. But to put this into perspective, think cruise plus a dabbling of parties. Take it as a desperately needed, well deserved holiday.Best experienced with a huge bunch of friends, of course. And if we haven’t said it enough, it’s not just a party, it’s the ship, yo!

For more information on It’s The Ship, visit its Facebook page. Alternatively, you could also hit up Livescape Asia’s Facebook page for updates!

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#TheGirlOnTheTrain: Emily Blunt Eyed To Star In Film Adaptation Of Novel?

“Life is not a paragraph, and death is no parenthesis.”

Several insiders who are familiar with the project allegedly told The Wrap that Emily Blunt might or might not take up a role in DreamWorks’ adaptation of the New York Times best-seller novel “The Girl on the Train”. Rumour has it that she’s currently in the early talks to be casted as the lead role – the lonely, alcoholic divorcée Rachel.

Blunt, who has just filmed “Sicario” earned rave reviews in Cannes for her star turn in Denis Villeneuve’s film which is scheduled for release by Lionsgate on 18th September. In addition, she also apprehended a supporting actress Golden Globe earlier this year for Rob Marshall’s musical “Into the Woods“.

Also, according to insiders, DreamWorks has also showed interest in casting Kate Mara as the second female character. One can only hope that the rumours are true but alas, DreamWorks did not immediately reply upon the request to comment.

Set to take place in London, the synopsis for “The Girl on The Train” is as follows:

The story of Rachel Watson has spent the last few years stumbling through life in a booze-filled depression ever since her husband left her for another woman. Now she wiles away her days riding the commuter train to and from London, despite having been fired from her job months ago. The train makes a daily stop by her old neighborhood and it is here she spies a couple appearing to be living a perfect life from a beautiful home. She begins to fantasize about the couple, inventing little lives and backstories for them to keep her mind off her own troubles. All of a sudden events take an unexpected turn.

DreamWorks acquired the rights to the fiercely contested novel in 2014 prior to the book’s publication. “The Girl on the Train” has been listed as the New York Times best-seller and to date, 2 millions copies of the book have been sold.

Apparently, the book evoked comparisons to “Gone Girl“, given that it is a thriller told from the perspective of an unreliable narrator.

Tate Taylor, of “Get on Up” and “The Help” fame, will direct the movie based on a screenplay by Erin Cressida Wilson. Marc Platt will be overseeing the production while Jared LeBoff will serve as the executive producer.

Hmm, what about you guys? Is there someone else that you’d rather DreamWorks cast? Share your thoughts in the comments box below!


Experience The Skechers X Chinatown Market Pop-up Activation In 1U

Did you know? Skechers Malaysia recently launched its first and largest Superstore in 1 Utama Shopping Centre.

The latest collection releases include the collaboration with Chinatown Market where visitors can check out the pop-up activation at the Superstore from now till 17th January 2021. This is in addition to the new releases under the Max Cushioning line.

The collection consists of a range of unisex apparel like hoodies, pullovers and T-shirts, plus a specially-designed chunky sneaker style for both men and women. Sneaker lovers can also opt for a DIY personalisation on selected apparel designs. You can add your favourite colours, lines and patterns to your apparel and shoes, with a set of markers provided with each purchase of selected products.

On the t-shirt, you’ll notice Chinatown Market’s signature style with a tagline/phrase like “Have A Nice Day” and “Support Your Friends” to always embrace positive vibes. With that said, you can either rock out in your own personalisation style, or (if you prefer the original look) maintain the cool monotone graphic design with black-and-white contrast as it is.

Here are some highlights about the unisex footwear:

The team behind Skechers x Chinatown Market consist of the ladies from Bingka KL street and visual artist, Kenji Chai and also street artist and muralist, Akid One.

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Mid Valley Megamall & The Gardens Mall To Increase Parking Rates

There is always that one unexpected surprise that makes all Malaysians go “Aiyo.” You may have guessed where this is going. Prices are rising, one evidence being during the Ramadhan bazaar when food vendors were forced to sell their ‘nasi tomato’ for RM10.

Now for the bad news, everyone. According to a post by Xiao Hong Shu, parking ticket fees at the popular shopping centres, Mid Valley Megamall and The Gardens Mall, will be increasing starting from 1st October onwards.

The car parks at Mid Valley Megamall’s Zones A, C, G, and H, as well as The Gardens Mall’s Zones B and U, will be charged RM2 for the first three hours on weekdays and RM3 on weekends and public holidays, according to the post. The zones mentioned will be charged RM2.50 for the next hour on weekdays and RM1 on weekends and public holidays.

For the premier zone parking rates, the first hour will be charged RM4 and each hour after that will be charged RM2.50 everyday. Referring to Mid Valley’s official website, the increase in the parking rate is primarily due to the subsequent hours, which have been raised from RM1 to RM2.50 for both general and premium zones.

Mid Valley Megamall has confirmed the price increase, according to Oriental Daily, and any other updates will be announced later. As the pricing adjustments mainly affect working hours, the total parking fee if parked for 8 hours is assumed to be RM15.50, which could reach up to RM360 per month.

From the post, there will be no maximum limit charged and if the card is lost, you will be fined RM50.

Neetashini Kanendran contributed to this article


Singapore Grand Prix 2014: Jennifer Lopez to Headline Padang Stage

Singapore Grand Prix 2014 is officially going to be EPIC with global icon Jennifer Lopez joining the lineup of headliners at the Marina Bay Street Circuit this September!

From singing to acting to judging for American Idol, Jennifer Lopez aka J.Lo has always been a pioneer in the pop music industry since the release of her first album, “On The 6”. The singer’s musical achievements include winning several prestigious awards e.g. 3 American Music Awards, 3 ASCAP Pop Music Awards, 8 Billboard Latin Music Awards, and 2 MTV Video Music Awards.

J.Lo is also the first woman to receive the lifetime achievement Icon Award at the 2014 Billboard Music Awards for her outstanding contribution to pop music. With the recent release of her 10th album which includes hits such as, “I Luv Ya Papi”, “First Love”, and her collaboration with Pitbull for “We Are One (Ole, Ola)” aka the official song for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, our Jenny has definitely proved that she has still got it!

After Taiwanese rock band Mayday and UK singer Robbie Williams were announced as the headliners for Singapore Grand Prix 2014, J. Lo completes the lineup as she is set to perform at the Padang Stage on 21st September (Sunday). The event is going to be filled with electrifying post-race performances with other artistes including Zone 1 Village stage performers Ziggy Marley (Saturday), Pet Shop Boys (Saturday), and John Legend (Sunday).

Want more? Fret not because Singapore GP will be announcing additional supporting artistes soon!

Tickets for the 2014 F1 SINGAPORE AIRLINES SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX are now available for sale at www.singaporegp.sg, via the ticketing hotline +65 6738 6738 as well as all authorised ticketing agents. Access to the post-race performance at Singapore’s biggest outdoor stage is included with any three-day passes, Sunday single-day Pit Grandstand special ticket or the Sunday single-day Zone 4 Walkabout ticket.


WHO Declares Coronavirus Outbreak As Global Emergency

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared the new coronavirus as a global emergency.

The announcement was made by director-general, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus in a press conference held in Geneva, Switzerland.

“The main reason for this declaration is not what’s happening in China but what’s happening in other countries,” said Dr. Tedros. What worries them is that the virus might attack countries with poor health system.

To date, over 213 people in China have died as a result of the outbreak. WHO further added that there had been 98 cases in 18 different countries, but no deaths had been reported yet. Most cases came from people who just came back from travelling to the city, according to BBC.

Additionally, the Chinese government received appraisal from Dr. Tedros for their “extraordinary measures” in preventing the outbreak from increasing. He also assured that the surprising declaration is not seen as a vote of disbelief against the mainland after several media outlets allegedly attempted to politicise WHO.

Precautionary steps have been taken by people across the world in order to avoid from being infected by the virus. This include closing the borders as well as cancelling flights from Wuhan. Giant companies namely Google, Ikea, Starbucks and Tesla have also stopped their operations for the time being.

Health and science correspondent analyst James Gallagher also voiced his support for WHO’s decision, saying that countries with medium to low sources of income will be negatively impacted by the disease.

This is not the first time for WHO to come out with such decision. Prior to this, the declaration was issued following the outbreak of Ebola virus in 2014 and 2019.

In another news, the recent reports about a 23-year-old Indian man who allegedly died in Malaysia after being infected by the virus was proven to be false. The Health Ministry took to Twitter to clarify the issue.

Berdasarkan maklumat yang diterima sehingga jam 6 petang, 30 Januari 2020, tiada rekod warganegara India berumur 23 tahun yang direkodkan oleh makmal yang menjalankan ujian pengesahan 2019-nCoV di Malaysia.#FakeNews pic.twitter.com/GMG19urXZP

— KKMalaysia🇲🇾😷 (@KKMPutrajaya) January 30, 2020

The statement reads, “Based on information that we received as of 6pm on Jan 30 (Thursday), there is no record of any Indian citizen aged 23 recorded by our laboratory that tested positive for the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV). #FakeNews.”

According to an India-based media outlet, the grandfather of the “deceased” individual was informed by Malaysian authorities that his grandson had died of coronavirus on Wednesday (29th January). They further added that the man, Manir Hossain, had travelled to our country in 2018 and was working in a food stall.

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Taiwan’s Biggest Eslite Bookstore Chain Set To Debut In KL Next Year

Good news nerds and book lovers! Eslite Bookstore is expected to open its first Malaysian outlet in Kuala Lumpur.

For the uninitiated, Eslite is one of the biggest bookstore chain in Taiwan (with a total of 48 outlets in the country alone). The Kuala Lumpur launch will likely be the first Eslite outlet in Southeast Asia.

Eslite opened its very first bookstore in 1989 by Robert Wu Ching-Yu and initially sold books on art and humanity before expanding to more genres. A decade later, the company started operating 24 hours a day – making it one of the few bookstore chains in the world to open around the clock.

Besides Taiwan, Eslite is currently available in China’s Suzhou, Shenzhen, Japan and Hong Kong. While the exact location in Malaysia hasn’t been revealed yet, reports say that it’ll debut in KL City Centre and is estimated to be 3300-6600 square meters. The launch date was supposed to be in 2021 but the Covid-19 situation might delay things a bit.

With so many new malls popping up left and right in Klang Valley in recent years, having a new 24-hour bookstore is certainly exciting.


Hype Eats: New Dishes To Try In The Klang Valley This Week (7th November – 13th November)

We hope you’ve had a fabulous first week of November. If you didn’t, fret not friends. Besides fun and exciting events, we all know that a happy stomach makes a happy person, so how about you go out there and try some new finger-licking delicacies?

For this week’s Hype Eats, we hope you’re in the mood for some refreshing desserts and spicy dishes cause that’s exactly what we’re serving. Get your forks, spoons, and ice cream cones ready cause you’re going to want to try all of these this week:

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Location: The Dark Horse – Bar & Grill, Lot G-05, Life Centre, 20, Jln Sultan Ismail, 50250 KL

Nothing like a good burger to start the day, right? If you haven’t tried Dark Horse KL’s Triple Cheese Burger then now’s your chance to taste the cheesy, cheesy goodness that can bring happiness to all! Just looking at it is enough to make our stomachs growl. You’ll also get to enjoy some live music while you savour the flavour of your meal.

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Location: GL-03 & FL-03,Wangsa Walk Mall, 9,Jalan Wangsa Perdana 1 Bandar Wangsa Maju, Wangsa Maju, 53300 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Do you love seafood? Or more specifically, Tuna? Well, you’re in luck cause this place has everything you love about tuna! Top Tuna is definitely the place for you to try some mouth-watering Indonesian dishes with our local twists! From Tuna Laksa Ramen to Tuna Kampung Fried Rice, there’s sure to be something to your liking.

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What do you get when you mix a burger with Rendang? Possibly one of the best things you ever tasted! Don’t believe us? Then you’ll be the judge when you take a bite of Burger King’s new Rendang Burger! But a good meal won’t be the only thing you’re getting as you might stand a chance to win some amazing Cash Vouchers worth up to RM3000! What are you waiting for?

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Now that we’ve covered the main courses, it’s time to bring out the desserts! And who doesn’t love ice cream or frozen yogurt? They’re just so perfect to enjoy on a hot, sunny day. If you happen to be at Setia City Mall, then how about heading over to this newly opened frozen yogurt shop, Yole Malaysia? You get to choose your toppings and they’re pretty healthy too!

5. Family Mart’s délicieux Crème Brûlée Sofuto

Speaking of ice cream, if frozen yogurt isn’t your thing then how about enjoying the cold dessert the good old-fashioned way? Served on a cone! You’re in for a treat as Family Mart is bringing back their famous délicieux Crème Brûlée Sofuto! Taste le French goodness at your nearest outlet today!

The Manhattan FISH MARKET 20th Anniversary

The Manhattan FISH MARKET Malaysia is celebrating its 20th Anniversary this year! Happy Birthday! In conjunction with the 20th anniversary, fans of the restaurant will obviously get something delicious to celebrate the milestone. More info here.

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Hype’s Exclusive: Armin Talks #Embrace, Upcoming Tour, & The Year That Was

Law graduate, DJ, producer, mentor, label owner, radio personality, doting father – Armin van Buuren really does have the makings of a great man.

In fact, it wasn’t too long ago that he bagged the JFK “Greatest Man Award 2015”, an accolade that adds to his ever-growing list of awards and nominations. Also, how many dance music heavyweights can say that they’ve got their own action figure? We can only think of 2 – Hardwell and Armin van Buuren :)

We finally met with the busy dance music superstar at the recent IMS Asia-Pacific, held at W Hotel Singapore on 11th December (Friday), and got to sit down with him for a quick chat before his keynote interview.

Congratulations on the release of “Embrace“. Can you tell us more about the diverse track list on there?

Thank you! Well, the idea behind “Embrace” was to embrace different styles and incorporate them into my sounds so..for me it’s still a trance album but you know, different sounds. And it literally meant “Embrace” by embracing different instruments so for example, the trumpets on the opening track, the Spanish guitar on “Face of Summer”, and working Dutch rock band Kensington for “Heading Up High”. So you know, it’s literally embracing different styles and genres. Just because..for me as an artiste, I always try to explore new ways of production and new ways to make my music.

Which track off the album do you especially have a soft spot for and why?

All my tracks on my album..I have a soft spot for. Every track has a personal story behind it, every track has months and months of work put into it, every track has a certain emotion. It’s like asking a father what his favourite child is (laughs). Every track is special for me.

You’ve also recently announced that an “Armin Only: Embrace” tour will follow. How will it be different from the “Intense” tour in terms of production?

I can’t tell you exactly what we’re gonna do yet. The only thing I can tell you is that none of the artistes that I brought with me on the “Intense” tour will be on the “Embrace” tour. So it’s completely different.

Gaia debuted with great fanfare last year but we haven’t heard much about them since then. What’s happening with Gaia? Is there an album in the works?

I have to ask the guys what they wanna do! I’ve just been so busy touring that I didn’t have time to discuss with the guys what they wanna do. So we’ll see ;) It’s definitely an ambition to want to do an album with Gaia we’ll have to see where it goes.

Do you think there would eventually be standalone Gaia shows?

Uhh, I don’t know, I’ll have to see. I mean, Gaia has been very successful..the shows that they’ve done. But you know, we don’t want to do too many shows with Gaia. Only like a few here and there – 10, maybe 20, I don’t know. But first! I wanna make new music and go from there.

Seeing that the year is coming to an end, looking back, what would you say were some of the highlights of your year?

It has been a fantastic year! I mean, I think one of the biggest highlights was of course releasing the “Embrace” album, triple platinum for the first single “Another You”..which is really special, receiving so many votes again for the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs poll was really important for me, receiving many gold and platinum records for tracks off “Embrace”..that was really great, working with Anton Corbijn on the “Embrace” album cover..that was always a dream of mine too, and playing all the biggest festivals such as Tomorrowland, TomorrowWorld, EDC, Ultra, Ultra Japan, Ultra Miami, Ultra Europe, yeah..so many great gigs you know. But the highlight of this year was definitely the release of “Embrace”. It’s something that I’ve been working on for 2 years.

What else is in the pipeline for you in 2016, that you can tell us about?

Well, just still promoting “Embrace”. A lot of time will be used to prepare for the new tour that’s gonna start really soon. I’m also shooting a lot of videos for the tracks off the album and of course, working on a lot of new music.

Will the “Embrace” tour also feature tour videos like what was done for the “Intense” tour?

No, nah, it’ll be really different this time around. I’ve chosen a new style I mean, I’m really proud of “Intense” and I’m really proud of the “Armin Only” shows..I think it’s one of the best things that I’ve done in my career, but now it’s just a new chapter. Something new I wanna do and I wanna explore.

On a fun ending note, what would you say is Armin van Buuren like on a good day?

You mean character-wise? Just happy. And talking. A lot :)

Finally, complete the following sentence: “Embrace” is an album that I’d listen to when..

Special thanks to our friends from International Music Summit and W Hotel Singapore for making the interview happen.

For more information on Armin van Buuren, hit up his website or Facebook page. Armin is also on Twitter and Instagram, but you already know that :)

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Pope Endorses Civil Union Laws For Same-Sex Couples

While being interviewed for the feature-length documentary “Francesco”, Pope Francis expressed his support for same-sex unions. His endorsement is a groundbreaking revelation, not only to Catholics but also the entire world.

This is the first time that the papacy has ever shown direct support towards the LGBTQ+ community. For a denomination that has fought against same-sex unions for decades and decades, this statement is undoubtedly taking a huge step forward in progressiveness.

In the documentary that premiered in Rome yesterday (21st October) the Pope is shown to state, “What we have to have is a civil union law, that way they are legally covered.”

While Pope Francis did not explicitly mention same-sex marriage, the Argentinian national stated that “homosexuals have a right to be a part of the family.” Again, for the chief pastor of a religious community known to oppose homosexuals in families and society as a whole, this statement is a true representation of changing times.

Even while he was the archbishop of Buenos Aires, Pope Francis is reported to have endorsed civil unions for gay couples as an alternative for same-sex marriages. However, this is the first time the 83-year-old publicly expressed his stance as Pope.

The “Francesco” documentary delves into issues involving the environment, poverty, migration, racial and income inequality, and the people most affected by discrimination. Thus, the Pope’s support towards the LGBTQ+ community, which is largely discriminated on a global scale, is appreciated by many.

This biopic, directed by Evgeny Afineevsky, gives in-depth access to the cardinals, the Vatican’s television archives and the pope himself. The director is reported to have gotten close to the Pope during this time and has garnered a meaningful relationship with Pope Francis.

In an interview prior to the premier of this recent documentary, Afineevsky revealed, “Listen, when you are in the Vatican, the only way to achieve something is to break the rule and then to say, ‘I’m sorry’.”

“Francesco” is said to be unlike any other documentary ever made, as it not only creates awareness on real world crises and tragedies but also includes an audio of the pope providing possible ways to solve them.

If any good came out of 2020, it is the reminder that each of us truly need to work towards making the world a better and kinder place.


Screen Actors Guild Awards To Honour 2012’s Finest

The 19th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® (SAG), one of the awards season’s premier events, will honor outstanding performances from 2012 in five film categories and eight television categories, including the distinctive ensemble awards. The awards will be handed out at the Los Angeles Shrine Exposition Center.

Of the top industry honors presented to performers, only the SAG Awards® are conferred solely by actors’ peers in the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Recording Artists (SAG-AFTRA). The SAG Awards® was the first televised awards show created by a union to acknowledge the work of actors and the first to establish ensemble and cast awards.

Each year at the SAG Awards®, the red carpet and showroom are filled with a who’s who of the entertainment industry as the casts of the year’s best-acted films and television series come together with industry leaders to meet, mingle and cheer their colleagues. Set within an intimate dinner-party atmosphere, the event is an evening of spirited camaraderie, glamorous fashion, warm reunions, spontaneous laughter and shared respect.

Unlike other awards ceremonies, the SAG Awards® puts its focus squarely on the actors, from the signature opening montage of “Actors’ Stories” to the acceptance speeches in which Actor ® recipients speak from the heart to their peers. The Screen Actors Guild Awards are closely watched by the industry as a precursor of possible Oscar® and Emmy® recognition and by viewers as an emotional, memorable night of live television.

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SAG Awards will be screened LIVE on 28th January 2013 (Monday) at 9am followed by a repeat at 10pm exclusively on FOX Movies Premium (Astro Ch 413) and FOX Movies Premium HD (Astro Ch 433).

For more information, visit their official website.

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#Twitter: Micro-Blogging Platform Replaces “Favourites” With “Likes”

Have you heard about the latest update of Twitter, in which they killed off the “star” icon and replaced them with the “heart” icon?

Yes, you heard that right. Twitter is officially replacing “favourites” with “likes”.

The Twitter company mentioned that from now onwards, the star icon which used to be “favourites” will now be replaced with a red heart icon that is described to be “likes”.

The purpose of the change was to represent the company’s latest effort to develop smart user experiences as it looks to attract new users.

In a press statement, product manager of Twitter, Akarshan Kumar said:

WE WANT TO MAKE TWITTER EASIER AND MORE REWARDING TO USE, AND WE KNOW THAT AT TIMES THE STAR COULD BE CONFUSING, ESPECIALLY TO NEWCOMERS.

As far as one knows, Hearts have become so popular on Periscope. Since Twitter was looking for a more unified system, they thought why not bring them to Twitter.

Twitter users have noted a few particular issues with the policy change:

Nevertheless, Twitter’s aim was more about taking big steps in gaining back the billions of dollars in lost market value and less concern towards the functionality of its platform.

What do you think about the change? Do you prefer “The Star” or “The Heart”? Let us know in the comment box below.


Livescape Pres NSFW The Birthday Edition ft. Miss Nine

Time really passes by when you’re having too much fun! And we certainly have been doing just that for the past year. NSFW turns one this July and we’ll be celebrating it with nothing less than a bang! Livescape presents NSFW 1st Birthday Blowout featuring Miss Nine to celebrate this momentous milestone.

Fact: At the age of 16, Miss Nine was on track to become, not a famous DJ or producer, but a fashion model.

Fact: She got to know the decks back in 2003 and began her career playing the legendary Motion parties in Amsterdam alongside maestros like John Digweed, Dave Seaman, and Nick Warren.

Fact: The Grammy award winning DJ duo, Deep Dish invited her to team up with the A-lister agency Bullitt Bookings in 2005 which helped boost her career to the international arena.

Fact: She appeared at the 10th edition of Dance Valley as the youngest artist in the line-up.

Fact: She was recently announced as the new face of Pioneer DJ for not only the new Pioneer 350 series, but also for the stunning Limited Edition White CDJ-2000s and White DJM-900nexus.

With her distinctively eclectic taste in music ranging from energetic dance grooves with plenty of vocals, to a deeper, more progressive sound, Miss Nine moves bodies and rocks dance floors wherever she goes. Model, DJ, producer, philanthropist, you name it, she’s done it.

Including playing at Armin van Buuren’s ASOT 550 in Den Bosch earlier this year:

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What? You couldn’t be at the Netherlands to see her in action in celebration of one of the universe’s biggest EDM radio show?

Catch Miss Nine as she showcases her eclecticism on the decks of Vertigo Club in your most unique denim attire in celebration of NSFW’s first anniversary. Joining her on the decks are DJ Sutra, B.A.T.E (Brains & The Eye), and Vicharn.

So raid your wardrobe (or better yet, go shopping) for denim. It’s time to get your party on.

For more information, check out Livescape Asia’s Facebook page. Don’t forget to LIKE Miss Nine here!

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#GSC: Swanky Quill City Mall Cinema Launched!

Movie buffs, there’s a new kid on the block that you need to “get to know” pronto!

Golden Screen Cinemas Sdn Bhd (GSC)’s latest cinema, located at Quill City Mall, Jalan Sultan Ismail Kuala Lumpur, was officially launched today – with much fanfare. We say this because there was an interesting theme to it, one that any moviegoer can immediately relate to:

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Yes, you’re looking at a “The Hobbit“-themed launch.

Built at the cost os RM21.5million, the 10-screen GSC multiplex has a seating capacity of 1,751, including 20 wheelchair space. Together with the existing GSC Pavilion KL (13 screens) and GSC Berjaya Times Square (10 screens), that’s a whopping total of 33 screens with a total seating of 5,661 in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. And that’s not all!

The new cinema also features a THX hall equipped with the new revolutionary Dolby Atmos “3D” audio sound system to deliver an immersive cinematic experience, as well as a “projection room-less” auditorium (in GSC Quill City Mall’s Hall 7) that features a retractable digital projector mounted to the auditorium ceiling.

Oh, in case you haven’t tried it, the Dolby Atmos “3D” audio sound system is a completely new platform for cinema sound which introduces powerful new listening experiences for movies. Believe us when we say that the system allows you to hear sounds anywhere in the theatre – even overhead.

During our exclusive GSC Quill City Mall cinema tour, we also spotted the newer, bigger, and plushier GSC seats – and each hall has different coloured ones! But don’t just take it from us, check out the gallery below for a first look at the new GSC Quill City Mall:

* Pictures from Golden Screen Cinemas Sdn Bhd.

Of course, as with most of the newer GSC outlets, online ticketing and concession facility for both Internet and mobile purchases are available at GSC Quill City Mall. Yes, this also includes the auto-gate features to provide convenience to movie buffs like you!

Well, you know where to catch a movie this weekend ;)

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


DNCE Brought The Epic-est Party To KL Live!

On Tuesday night (8th August 2017), KL Live was definitely the place to be. DNCE was in town for their first ever concert in Malaysia and boy, their show was a fun-filled party from start to finish.

Frontman Joe Jonas, guitarist JinJoo Lee, bassist/keyboardist Cole Whittle, and drummer Jack Lawless have been touring the world as a 4-piece band since the release of their self-titled album. So it was exciting to watch the group’s body of work in a live setting.

As soon as the lights went down, the elation went up a notch and chants for DNCE echoed throughout the compact venue. Decked in lion headgears, all 4 members made their dramatic entrance to a “Star Wars/Lion King” theme. It didn’t take long for Joe and the gang to launch into the opening number “Naked”, followed by “DNCE” and the sexually-charged “Body Moves”.

The American quartet also performed a medley of covers that night, including TLC’s “No Scrubs” and a scream-y version of rapper Drake’s “Hold On, We’re Going Home”. If you ever want to discover a musician’s vibe, the best way to do so is to listen their interpretations of your favourite songs. Towards the end, DNCE even brought on the nostalgia by singing “Wannabe” by Spice Girls and Britney Spear’s “Oops!… I Did It Again”.

DNCE continued to keep the momentum going with one energetic song after another – “Blown”, “Let’s Dance”, “Doctor You”. Although the pop-rock band slowed things down mid-segment for a stripped-down performance of “Almost”, it didn’t feel as intimate as we first heard it in the album. Rather than standing out, it blended with the other uptempo tunes.

One thing was for sure though, Joe is obviously the face of DNCE. When the Jonas Brothers parted ways, younger brother Nick ventured into the R&B genre while older sibling Kevin took a step back from the limelight to start a family. Many JoBro fans will probably agree when we say that out of all the siblings, Joe has stayed truest to the Jonas Brothers’ pop rock roots.

It was undeniable that Cole, the flamboyant man with a mohawk on the side of his head, was on a mission to keep fans entertained at all times. He was constantly jumping around on stage and wiggling on the floor. At one point, he even dropped to his back and started clapping with his legs. His energy was infectious!

Like a true rocker, Jack was seen smashing his cymbals like his was legit pissed off at the world. Not to rule out the only lady in the bunch, JinJoo was equally energetic in her performance as guitarist as well as her interaction with the screaming fans. One of our favourite moments from JinJoo was when the South Korean musician double-dabbed for the crowd.

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2 of DNCE’s singles – “Toothbrush” and “Cake By The Ocean” – were a hit with the audience, no surprise there. We couldn’t help but dance and sing along to the catchy tunes. And speaking of surprise, DNCE also made it a point to pay a sweet tribute to our country by bringing out the Malaysian flag during their cover of Queen’s “We Are The Champions”. That was a nice touch ;) Now can we please press rewind on DNCE’s concert in KL Live?

Special thanks and much love to our friends from Universal Music Malaysia for having us at DNCE’s concert!

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

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R3hab, Nervo & Ayah Marar Makes Us Crave The Weekend

It’s only Monday but we’re already looking forward to the weekend!

And this of course, is all thanks to R3hab, Nervo and Ayah Marar’s new music video. R3hab and Nervo have just released the music video for their collaboration “Ready For The Weekend” featuring vocals from singer, Ayah Marar. Certainly not the first time the Australian sisters have joined forces with R3hab and after seeing the success of their previous tune “Revolution”, the music video for “Ready For The Weekend” has finally come our way!

The video sees R3hab and Nervo throw an epic pool party, complete with a cookout, inflatable bounce house, and Ayah Marah serenading guests via a portable television screen. The video is the perfect portrayal of how people come alive when work is done and it’s for the weekend.


Syed Saddiq Joins Santan As Business Partner; Opens Outlet In KL

Syed Saddiq might have been busy fulfilling his duty as a political figure, but that hasn’t held him back from embarking on a new business venture – by partnering with AirAsia’s fast food restaurant, Santan.

The Muar Member of Parliament (MP) announced on his Facebook earlier this week that he has become an official associate for one of Santan’s brand new outlets located in 163 Retail Park, Mont Kiara, KL.

In the post, Syed Saddiq stated that he had been interested in launching his own business for quite some time now. He also revealed his plan to look into businesses that can provide more job opportunities for young people out there.

The public figure added that he choose the Santan brand because it is already established in Malaysia and has been active in promoting local dishes. Not only that, they have also shown support for Malaysian youngsters who had lost their jobs during the Covid-19 pandemic.

In preparing to launch the #SaddiqSapotLokal campaign, the politician aims to provide opportunities to small and midscale businesses. Having said that, Syed Saddiq realised that these things take time.

Are you excited with what Syed Saddiq has in store for the youth community?


#YNWA: The Official History Of Liverpool Football Club Musical Comes To Malaysia

What’s not to love when it comes to football?

Football has the uncanny ability to unite us in cheering, staying up all night or even suffering the agony of defeat together whenever we watch the beautiful game. Whether in the comfort of our own homes or piggybacking the large screen with strangers at the local mamak, football evidently does make the world go round.

In the same way, “YNWA (You Never Walk Alone): The Official History of Liverpool Football Club” aims to unite football fans and non-fans alike by sharing and celebrating all 120 years of Liverpool’s colorful history musically. SaiKris Leisure brings the UK production to Malaysian shores for 3 nights this July, marking Malaysia as its first global stage outside UK.

Penned by Nicky Allt, the musical opens with a family of four, burying their grandfather and reminiscing memories of him as a hard-core Liverpool fan. In their travel down memory lane, the story unfolds from the club’s very beginning on Anfield in 1892 to recreating its many momentous triumphs and losses.

Stories in the musical pay homage to Liverpool’s many talented players in the likes of Elisha Scott and Steven Gerrard, and their managers such as Bill Shankly and Rafael Benitez. It even has allusions to Luis Suarez before his biting got the better of him.

Not only is YNWA a must-see for Liverpool fans to relive some of the club’s greatest matches, its family oriented setting is perfect for some father-child bonding time. More so for a new generation of Kopites.

Check out more pictures from the musical in the gallery below:

As for the non-football fans, YNWA is choke full with enough history and musical elements to satisfy the curiosity of history buffs and musical fans alike. Liverpool’s anthem is first a musical number for a Rodgers and Hammerstein’s production after all. It will even appeal to the Anglophile that we all have in us with its countless British wisecracks and witty dialogue.

To purchase tickets, you can get them online here, visit their ticketing outlets, or you can keep a lookout for the YNWA truck that goes around town for a special promotion.

While YNWA is about Liverpool’s greatest moments, it’s possible the greatest of them hasn’t been realised yet. But that moment may come when you’re there in the seats singing along with everyone to “You’ll Never Walk Alone” in great gusto.

For more updates, head over to their website or their Facebook page.

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Everything Is Love: 9 Things About Beyonce & Jay-Z’s New Joint Album

Last weekend, Beyonce and Jay-Z decided to drop their joint album shortly after their “On The Run II” tour in London.

The unexpected 9-track LP, titled “Everything Is Love”, is the final chapter of a trilogy that started with Beyonce’s “Lemonade” and subsequently, Jay-Z’s “4:44”. After dealing with their apparent marital problems, “Everything Is Love” finds them gushing about the revitalisation of their relationship. Here’s a breakdown of each track:

“Up and down motion, come swim in my ocean, yeah yeah.”

This isn’t the first time where Queen Bey has used a swimming analogy to describe her ill na-na (you may remember the “surfboard” reference in “Drunk in Love”). The 36-year-old singer doesn’t f**k when it comes to sex – she makes love.

“I said no to the Superbowl: you need me, I don’t need you. Every night we in the end-zone. Tell the NFL we in stadiums too.”

Beyonce gives Nicki Minaj and Cardi B a run for their money with her dope rapping skills. Meanwhile, her 48-year-old husband has plenty of tea to spill. Before Justin Timberlake was slated to perform at the Super Bowl LII halftime show, there were rumours the rapper had turned down the offer. Turns out they were true. Jay-Z also hits back at the Grammys for failing to win any of his 8 nominations.

“My great, great, grandchildren already rich. That’s a lot of brown children on your Forbes list.”

On “Boss”, Hollywood’s power couple aren’t afraid to embrace their success. Beyonce has topped Forbes’ list of the highest-paid women in music numerous times. Likewise, Jay-Z topped Forbes’ list of richest hip-hop stars. The best part of track comes at the end when Blue Ivy, 6, gives her twin siblings a shoutout, saying, “Shout-out to Rumi and Sir / Love, Blue”.

“If I gave two fucks, two fucks about streaming numbers/Would have put Lemonade up on Spotify.”

Haters watch out, this duo is coming for you. Unapologetically throwing insults to major cogs, Jay-Z seems to be addressing his recent legal issues while Beyonce name drops competitor streaming service, Spotify. “Everything Is Love” is, of course, Tidal-only.

“Representing for my hustlers all across the world (still) / Still dippin’ in my low-lows, girl! (still) / I put it down for the 713 / And we still got love for the streets (ow!)”

“713”, Houston’s area code, is Beyonce’s homage to her Texas roots. Jay also wistfully recounts the lovebird’s early courtship but ends the song by zooming out to address all black Americans.

“I ain’t going to nobody for nothing when me and my wife beefing. I don’t care if the house on fire, I’m dying, nigga, I ain’t leaving. Ty Ty take care of my kids, after he done grieving. If y’all don’t understand that, we ain’t meant to be friends.”

This appears to be directed to Kanye West, who previously expressed his disappointment that Jay and Beyonce didn’t attend his wedding. In this lyrics, Jay makes it clear: if people can’t respect his personal boundaries and priorities (they were going through marital strife at the time), then they shouldn’t have a place in his inner circle.

“Billie Jean in his prime, for the thousand time, the kid ain’t mine / Online they call me Dad, kiddingly / You’re not supposed to take this Dad thing literally / That’s too famous, we don’t even really do famous.”

Rymir Satterthwaite was once rumoured to be Jay’s alleged “love child”. The father of 3 had previously denied paternity via his lawyer in 2011, saying “there has been no determination or viable claim of a familial relationship with Mr. Carter”.

“Get your hands up high like a false arrest / Let me see em up high, this is not a test / Let me see em, this is not a test / Now hands where I can see them.”

These longtime sweethearts have been outspoken advocates for justice when it comes to racial profiling and police brutality. “Black Effect” references Trayvon Martin, an unarmed black teen who was shot and killed by a security guard in 2013.

“We came, and we saw, and we conquered it all. We came, and we conquered, now we’re happy in love.”

For the grand finale, Beyonce and Jay engage in a back-and-forth conversation of sorts – addressing the cheating scandal that came to light back in “Lemonade”.  Rest assured, their marriage appears to be stronger than ever.

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#ZoukKL: Ferry Corsten Is Ready To Bring His Signature Sound Back To KL

Y’all, this has got to be the best news ever.

Dutch DJ/producer Ferry Corsten is bringing his signature sound back to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia this November!

Hailing from Rotterdam, the Netherlands, Ferry Corsten’s lustrous career is exemplifed by a passion for music that began as a hobby and spiralled into a full-blown profession. Today, as it was in the beginning, Corsten’s skills lie in his ability to coax the maximum emotional impact from electronic dance music of all genres, not just trance, but also progressive-house and electro. He remains and has always been ahead-of-his time, making music that becomes a template for others to follow.

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


#Terminator6: Arnold Schwarzenegger Says “I’ll Be Back” For Sequel

Arnold Schwarzenegger kinda, sorta confirmed that there are plans for a 6th installment of the “Terminator” franchise.

In a recent interview with Australia’s Channel 9, Arnold was asked about the possibility of a “Terminator 6” film happening. Though tight-lipped, Arnold simply told host Richard Wilkins:

However, he didn’t provide further details on the plot of the release date.

This comes as a bit of a surprise to us because last year’s “Terminator Genisys“, which starred “Game of Thrones” actress Emilia Clarke, Matt Smith, and Jai Courtney, didn’t do as well as expected in the US.

Many believed that the poor box office reception led to Paramount pulling the planned “Terminator” sequel from its release schedule in January. “Terminator Genisys 2” was due to be released in March 2017, but its slot has since been taken by Dwyane Johnson’s Baywatch reboot.

Now we’ll just wait for Paramount to confirm the news. Fingers crossed that we’ll see more Terminator flicks in the near future!

Sources: The Independent, Comic Book Resources, Telegraph.


#Oscars 2015: A Star-Studded Breakfast At HBO’s “Breakfast With The Stars” In KL

Getting up close and personal with the Hollywood A-list actors at the Oscars is one thing, but having an exclusive breakfast with Malaysian celebrities for the prestigious awards is another. Held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles on 22nd February, the 87th Annual Academy Awards was broadcast live on HBO (Astro CH 411/431) on 23rd February at 9:30am.

As HBO is the new home to the prestigious award, the premium cable and television network held an Oscars Red Carpet event, “Breakfast With The Stars” on 23rd February at the Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.

10 lucky Astro Movies Pack customers who won a pair of passes to the event were invited to watch the live screening of the Academy Awards and have an exclusive breakfast with local media personnels and Malaysian celebrities including Lisa Surihani, Thanuja and Anuja, Sarah Lian, Faizal Ismail, Syazwan Zakariah, Shalma Ainna, Liyana Jasmay, and Datuk Fazley. The winners not only had the opportunity to rub shoulders with the stars but also had a hair and make-up makeover prior to the event.

Since United States is 15 hours behind Malaysia, some of the guests arrived at the hotel as early as 7am on Monday to watch the exclusive live screenings of the red carpet and backstage cameras. In fact, guests were able to take home a piece of memory from the event by having their photos taken and printed by Fotobox.

Actress Lisa Surihani joined forces with H!Live editor Syazwan Zakariah to host HBO’s live screening of the Oscars. The two shared their own social commentaries on the awards and even gave away exclusive goodie bags that contained some awesome prize for everyone. Although Datuk Aznil Nawawi was only invited by HBO Asia for this year’s Oscars Red Carpet, he managed to deliver some hilarious monologues at the event.

HBO Sentral on the Oscars Red Carpet in Hollywood with Datuk Aznil Nawawi

Best known for his unique presentation style, Datuk Aznil Nawawi was at the Oscars Red Carpet interviewing Hollywood celebrities before the first-time Oscars host Neil Patrick Harris kicked off the prestigious awards. He had the opportunity to interview J.K. Simmons, the actor who won the “Best Actor in a Supporting Role” award at the Oscar. The complete list of winners can be found here and you can watch these exclusive interviews on a special HBO Sentral episode dedicated to all things Oscars on 8th March (Sunday) at 1:25pm.

The HBO Ultimate Oscars Experience Contest

HBO Asia is sponsoring an all-expense paid trip for 7 pairs of winners to watch the red carpet live at the 2016 Oscars in Los Angeles. Winners will receive 5-star treatment during the trip, which includes flight and hotel accommodation, wardrobe and limousine arrangement, and celebrity chef dining.

To participate, watch the broadcast of the awards ceremony on HBO, look out for two questions and submit the answers on HBO Asia’s official website by 8th March 2015. For more information, go here.

The 87th Annual Academy Awards will air again on HBO (Astro Ch 411/431) Friday (27th Feb) at 11:10pm and Sunday (1st Mar) at 4:30pm.

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

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#PokémonGO: Gotta Catch ‘Em All At Sunway Pyramid & Pavilion!

Sunway Pyramid has announced that they will be activating Pokémon GO Lure Modules starting today (9th August) till the end of next week!

So what is a Lure Module exactly? Well, it is an item used to attract Pokémon and it is placed at Pokéstops, which is an effective way to lure Pokémon to trainers.

The mall will be placing Lure Modules at several stores such as Auntie Anne’s, Guess, FF, Burger King, Bowling Pin, Marakesh, Asisan Avenue, and Pepper Lunch. Besides that, those who visit the mall in their best Pokémon GO costume this Saturday (13th August) will be able to win a mystery gift.

On the other hand, Pavilion has also launched their very own Pokémon GO event. The mall management will place “hundreds of lures” at certain areas within the mall and RM30 Dining Loft vouchers will be given out to those who follow their Pokémon hunting trail.

The event began on Monday (8th August) and it ends on Sunday (14th August).

For more information, visit Sunway Pyramid’s Instagram and Facebook as well as Pavilion’s official website.

Sources: Sunway Pyramid’s Facebook, Pavilion’s Facebook.


Contest: Win Exclusive Passes To CNCO’s Kuala Lumpur Showcase

Who’s excited to watch CNCO perform live?

As you may already know, tickets to CNCO’s showcase isn’t available for sale. But fret not Malaysian CNCOwners (what their fandom calls itself), thanks to our friends from Sony Music Malaysia, we’re giving out passes to a few lucky winners!

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To recap, the Latin boyband – which consists of Christopher Velez (from Ecuador), Richard Camacho (Dominican Republic), Zabdiel de Jesus (Puerto Rico), Joel Pimentel (Mexico), and Erick Brian Colon (Cuba) – will be making their Malaysian debut here in 2 weeks.

Deets of their Kuala Lumpur appearance are as follows:

How to win, you ask? Easy! Just follow the instructions below.


You Can Now Visit Euro Fun Park At Shah Alam From Now Till 3rd May!

Malaysia’s biggest travelling fun fair, Euro Fun Park, has found a new home.

Many locals were thrilled to explore fun fair when it opened in Taman Sri Gombak Kuala Lumpur early last month. But now, folks staying in Shah Alam or nearby will have another excuse to visit Stadium Malawati.

The Euro Fun Park is separated into 3 categories Kiddie Rides, Family Rides and Thrill Rides. With more than 15 attractions to explore, some of the fan-favourite rides include Dodgem Car, Sky Rider, Vortex, X Coaster, Samba Balloon, and Formula 3000.

The fun fair was established in the 90s and it is one of the pioneers in the travelling fair industry. Previously, the homegrown fun fair has travelled to Penang, Johor Bahru, Kuantan, and Perak. If you haven’t had the chance to visit while it was in Gombak, this is your chance!

The latest details to Euro Fun Park are as follows:

For more info, visit www.eurofunpark.com.

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Hype’s Now Playing: Avicii x Leehom – Lose Myself

Young Swedish DJ/producer Avicii stops at nothing on his quest to take over the world. And not just the world of dance music! If you followed us closely, you’d know that he was reported to be dabbling in a little bit of Mandopop, with none other than Taiwanese superstar Wang Leehom. The collaboration means that Avicii will formally introduce himself to the Asian market this time around, although we don’t doubt that people have already heard of him.

He is, after all, one of the world’s top 10 DJs/producers, according to DJMag.

The new song is called, “忘我 (Lose Myself)” and both music producers were in the studio in Los Angeles to work on it together. From what we hear, Leehom did more than just co-produce the song – he even sings on it. During the production of “忘我 (Lose Myself)”, both artistes were quoted to have sung praises for each other, with Avicii showing utmost respect for Leehom while Leehom said that working with Avicii was something new and fun for him. The result?

Oh Leehom and Avicii, this is going to create a storm in the Asian music industry, we’re sure of it! “忘我 (Lose Myself)” has also been confirmed to be the main theme of the upcoming “Storm Music Festival”, scheduled to be held on 5th and 6th October in Shanghai.

For more information, visit Avicii’s website or Facebook page and Leehom’s website or Facebook page.