Author - jessie tan

Michelle Yeoh Invited To Join Jackson Wang On Stage At HITC Festival

This past weekend, 88rising held their annual “Head In The Clouds” (HITC) music festival in Los Angeles. Some of the star-studded headliners were notable names such as Jay Park, BIBI, Rich Brian, Chung Ha and also Jackson Wang. The legendary actress Michelle Yeoh (楊紫瓊) also made an appearance during the concert. Fans who attended the recent...

Grab Rider Praised For Heroically Ramming His Motorcycle To Stop Snatch Thieves

We’ve covered some wholesome Grab rider stories before like that time a Malaysian teacher gave a very generous RM40 tip to a rider who was willing to brave the storm to deliver his meal. We also saw how this man was on cloud nine when he finally became a Grab rider after 3 years of waiting. While we live for...

5 K-pop anthems for those fighting for a cause, from BTS to Girls’ Generation

Part of the human experience is about what we fight for, whether it's our own happiness or communal betterment. Music often helps motivate us through these struggles, providing solace and inspiration. These impassioned and hopeful K-pop songs are certain to rouse you, stirring the soul with inspiration and energy. 1. Ateez – Guerrilla https://youtu.be/2HcVZm_4qAI The music of this popular boy band...

INFINITE’s L Receives An Award And Announces Official Discharge From The Military

Welcome back! K-Pop idol group INFINITE’s L (Kim Myung Soo) has officially discharged from the military. Kim, who enlisted back in February 22, 2021, announced his discharge through a post on Instagram. In the photo, he shares an award he received from he military for being a model marine soldier along with letters and drawings from friends in the military.   The...

BLACKPINK’s Jennie To Make Her Acting Debut Under “Jennie Ruby Jane”⁠— Here’s What We Know About The Meaning Behind Her Name

BLINKs can’t wait for actress Jennie Ruby Jane! Last month, it was officially confirmed that BLACKPINK‘s Jennie would be making her acting debut in the upcoming HBO series The Idol after it had been previously reported she was offered a role. The series is co-created by Canadian singer-songwriter The Weeknd, Euphoria‘s Sam Levinson, and Reza Fahim. The first teaser was released in July, showing French American actress Lily-Rose Depp playing an up-and-coming pop...

Netizens Express Concern About BAE173’s Hangyul Performing Acrobatic Moves After A History Of Injuries

His company has been criticized for its dangerous choreography before. Netizens are questioning the necessity of a potentially dangerous acrobatic move performed by BAE173‘s Hangyul in the group’s new song “DaSH.” BAE173 released their fourth mini-album on August 17 with their title track, “DaSH,” a high-energy hip-hop style track. The choreography is strong and fast-paced at parts, with hard-hitting moves. https://owhyes.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/unnamed-28.mp4 The...

Isabella Leong and Her Children Are Excluded from Li Ka Shing’s Inheritance

Isabella Leong (梁洛施) is most remembered for her four-years relationship with the businessman and the late mogul Li Ka Shing’s (李嘉誠) second son, Richard Li (李澤楷). Isabella and Richard gave birth to three children, but the couple separated before getting married. Never having been accepted by the Li family,  Isabella and her children reportedly will not be receiving any of...

Time Is But an Illusion: Two Romances to Take You Through the Second Half of 2022

Two C-drama productions starring dreamy casts are set to sizzle up your screens – one a modern-day story of finding love in unexpected places, and the other a period fantasy romance that transcends the boundaries of time. 1. She and Her Perfect Husband Yang Mi (楊冪) and Xu Kai (許凱) play an unexpected couple whose respective parents pressurize them into marriage in She...

Park Seo-joon says ‘let’s drink Milo’ in Malay, products bearing his image sell out in a day

This is one of those 'top 10 crossovers of all time' moments: South Korean actor Park Seo-joon released a 10-second video commercial for Milo Malaysia on Tuesday (Aug 16). The video, which was posted on Seo-joon’s Facebook page, began with the star saying "Jom minum Milo" (let’s drink Milo), the Nestle product’s tagline in the country. Considering that...

‘It’s lovely poison’: Blackpink’s Jennie on Pink Venom, group’s new single

Back with a bite, K-pop superstars Blackpink have released their first song in over a year, Pink Venom. Pink Venom is the first song off their forthcoming album Born Pink, which they will launch on Sept 16. Born Pink is their second LP, following Oct 2020's The Album, and follows a period in which Blackpink members Jennie,...