Cyber-Bullied K-Pop Star Sulli Dead from Apparent Suicide
A popular K-pop star who had long been the target of abusive online comments was found dead at her home Monday, South Korean police said.
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Cyber-Bullied K-Pop Star Sulli Dead from Apparent Suicide
A popular K-pop star who had long been the target of abusive online comments was found dead at her home Monday, South Korean police said.
Gay is OK: Joshua Su’s Bold Rap Towards Acceptance
Joshua Su, also known as The g3sha, is a Singaporean rapper and he has something important to say. Last July, Su stirred the pot and caused mass controversy with his latest release “I’m OK”.
Meet Awkwafina: Breakout Star Who Started from Rap & Hip-Hop
The past two years shaped up to be a busy year for comedian/actress Awkwafina. And amidst a buzzing Hollywood career, the Queens-born star still remains on top of the refreshing Asian female rappers today.
Hong Kong Gamer Kicked out of eSports Tournament
A top online gamer from Hong Kong who was expelled from an international eSports tournament after showing support for the city’s protest movement said on Tuesday he has no regrets.
Taiwan: Tens of Thousands Join Pokemon go Safari to Catch ’em all
Tens of thousands of Pokemon Go fans descended on a Taiwan park Thursday hoping to catch a rare “Heracross” and other elusive virtual creatures from the popular game.
‘The Cave’ Rescue Movie Promises to Wow Audience at the Busan Premiere
From flooded passages lit by headlamps to urgent voices echoing off cramped walls, the director of “The Cave” — the first big-screen retelling of Thai rescue operation promises to capture the peril of the mission when it premieres at Busan International Film Festival.
Hello, Love Goodbye Surprisingly Transcends a Typical Love Story
Philippine cinema is oversaturated with Romantic comedies and dramas. But how did Hello, Love, Goodbye stand out enough to make it the highest-grossing film in the country?
Malaysia Bans Hit Stripper Movie ‘Hustlers’
Malaysia has banned the hit Jennifer Lopez movie “Hustlers”, authorities said Friday, criticising the film about strippers as packed with “obscene content” not suitable for cinema-goers in the conservative country.
Sophia Wong Boccio on Netflix, Crazy Rich Asians, and Why You Must Watch Chicago’s Asian Pop-Up Cinema
With a brilliant film line-up and top-tier guests, the Asian Pop-Up Cinema is truly one to watch. Festival founder and executive director sparks conversations about her childhood, small screen movies, and making Chicago an international destination through films.
Radio Station Clapback Response to Netflix Snub on Malaysian Street Food
Malaysian radio station BFM 89.9 and advertising agency Fisherman teamed up for #BersatuForMakan, a call to unite for shared love of food, to celebrate National Day and Malaysia Day
Viral Designer Ada Chen Breaks Into NYC Fashion Like a Boss
Meet the Asian artist that is breathing a new life into jewelry designs and internet pop culture, making a buzz in the city that never sleeps.
The Bollywood Vibe Reflects on the Fashion-Conscious Tribe of Mumbai
Drawing inspiration from Hollywood and linking it to the origins of the Hindi language film industry of India is ‘Bollywood’, with alphabet ‘B’ borrowed from the earlier Bombay (now Mumbai).
Netflix Takes on Asia
In the last few years, Netflix has been taking the world by storm. Now, Asia is surely catching up on this global phenomenon as the company seeks to dominate market share and content from the region.
Netflix’s “Happy Jail” Offers Interesting Portrait of Prison Life
Directed by Michele Josue, Happy Jail details the life of inmates and authorities inside the Philippines’ Cebu Provincial Detention and Rehabilitation Center. Here’s everything you need to know about the documentary.
Asia: August Events You Shouldn’t Miss
Asia is beaming with activities this month of August. To make sure you don’t miss out, get your calendar out and block these fun events.
Miss Universe Queens from Asia
It is no secret that Asians are some of the biggest pageantry fans on the planet. Get to know the Asian queens that bagged the sought-after Miss Universe title.
Movie Release Schedules: It’s All About the Numbers
Why do movies get released from US to Asia at different times and locations? Here’s the breakdown
Packing a Punch: Profile of Manny Pacquiao
Boxing to music to politics— what can’t this man do?
How Kim Kardashian Used Controversy To Her Advantage
Did Kim Kardashian-West really commit an innocent mistake, or was everything a clever move to trigger talk about Kimono Solutionwear?
The Legend of Mulan: Disney’s 2020 Take
Will Disney be opening 2020 by pandering to China’s nationalistic values?
Fan BingBing is Back in Business
Chinese megastar Fan BingBing disappeared when she was fined for tax evasion cases. Now, she’s back in the spotlight again.
