Price hike: Netflix subscribers in M’sia will now have to pay more monthly

Netflix subscribers will now have to pay more for their monthly subscription, as the streaming service has increased the prices on all its plans for customers in Malaysia. The price bump sees the cheapest Mobile subscription plan, which offers 480p streaming quality over a tablet or smartphone, now priced at RM18.90 a month (previously RM17). Similar price...

Lucky Fan Runs Into Rain & Kim Tae Hee Twice In Kyoto, Thrilled That He Recognised Her

While most of us can only dream of meeting our favourite celebs in person, one Chinese netizen recently had the luck of running into her idol Rain twice. On the same day. In Kyoto. What are the odds, right? So naturally she had to brag about her “Rain sightings” on her socials. In her Xiaohongshu post titled “Had a meal...

Squid Game Director Lost 9 Teeth From Stress Of Filming Drama, So Why Did He Make A Sequel?

The much-anticipated sequel for hit Korean thriller Squid Game is set to premiere on Netflix on December 26. The series about a group of cash-strapped individuals who take part in deadly games to win a massive cash prize first aired in 2021 and became a global smash hit, setting new viewing records for the streaming platform. Thanks to its elaborate sets,...

Pedestrians In HK Chased By Traffic Police For Jaywalking, Fined S$345

And you think traffic laws in Singapore are strict. A Xiaohongshu user recently posted a clip of two female pedestrians jaywalking in Hong Kong. The twist? They were later chased down by traffic police, who were on surveillance duty nearby, and handed a fine. One of the ladies even tried to turn around and run from the officer, but was intercepted...

Taiwan-based Malaysian singer Penny Tai recovers from vertigo only to face another condition: ‘I even had to sleep sitting up’

Taiwan-based Malaysian singer Penny Tai, who has been in the industry for 24 years, released a new album, Twin Flame, on Nov 11. Along with the album release, the Johor-born artiste has announced a concert scheduled for March 22, 2025, at Taipei Arena – the same venue she last performed at nine years ago. The songstress recently met...

Sister Of Chow Yun Fat Was Photographed Sleeping In A Park, She Denies Being Down And Out

Former journalist Chow Chung Ling is also an avid photographer who is highly respected in Hong Kong’s photography circles. Fans of Asian cinema would be familiar with Hong Kong film legend Chow Yun Fat, 69, but did you know that he has a famous sister too? Formerly an entertainment reporter, elder sis Chow Chung Ling, 77, is an avid...

Fann Wong’s Son, 10, Was Inspired To Master Chinese Because She & Christopher Lee Are “Really Good At It”

The Primary 4 student, however, dislikes Chinese dictation because it’s very difficult. It’s no secret that many kids in Singapore struggle with the Chinese language. Even those whose parents are fluent in the language find learning Chinese challenging, and, as a result, dislike or are resistant to learning it. Remember how Eleanor Lee once did so badly for her Chinese...

RIIZE Plummet On Brand Reputation Ranking List

Fans were surprised by the large drop.     For years, the Korea Brand Reputation Research Institute released monthly brand reputation rankings for Korean celebrities across different categories, including boy/girl groups as a whole and their members.  The lists are said to reflect which K-Pop groups and idols are the most popular at the given time based on data collected,...

DEAN Performs Unreleased Song, Announces Shocking Music Release Plans

Fans have been waiting for new DEAN for nearly a year.     For many who have been fans of K-Pop for a while, the name DEAN sparks many emotions. DEAN | Pinterest DEAN is a talented solo musician whose recent activities have left fans in a state of confusion. After releasing several hit songs, the artist seemingly disappeared, not resurfacing for around...

Disgraced Idol Surprisingly Booked And Busy Following Drug And Tax Evasion Scandals

He currently has a case in court.     Former SM Entertainment idol and JYJ member Park Yoochun has recently seen a massive uptick in his activities. Yoochun | C-JeS Entertainment Yoochun originally debuted as a member of TVXQ in 2003, but in 2009, he, along with Kim Junsu and Kim Jaejoong, filed an injunction against SM Entertainment to suspend their exclusive contracts. After an extended dispute, the two sides reached an agreement...