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Q&A: Why Darren Barnet Doesn’t Mind Being a Heartthrob
The “Never Have I Ever” actor discusses his role as Paxton, his future plans and more. (Photo by Isabella B. Vosmikova/Netflix.) From...
Jasmine Nguyen
Aug 24, 20223 min read
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‘Emergency Declaration’ Screening Spotlights Korean Cinema
On Aug. 10, Character Media and Joseon Empire hosted a showing of the South Korean disaster-action film at Koreatown’s CGV theater....
Jasmine Nguyen
Aug 15, 20221 min read
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Wolftyla Looks Toward the Future
From Vine to Spotify, here’s how singer-songwriter Wolftyla continues to nurture her success. (All photos by Oswaldo Cepeda. Makeup by...
Jasmine Nguyen
Jul 9, 20224 min read
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The Good, the Bad and the Beautiful: A List of 9 Hot AAPI Dads
This Father’s Day, we’re taking a look back at some of the most attractive Asian and Pacific Islander dads in film and TV. (From left:...
Jasmine Nguyen
Jun 19, 20225 min read
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Masala: ‘Bubble’ Director Tetsurō Araki on the Importance of Love in Storytelling
Since its publication in 1837, Hans Christian Anderson’s “The Little Mermaid” has been adapted and remade more times than anyone can...
Jasmine Nguyen
May 17, 20222 min read
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Review: Good Girls Go Bad in ‘All I Want Is Everything’
Directed by Alexandra Cuerdo and starring Michelle Mao, Brandon Soo Hoo and Yên Sen, the short film premieres May 13 during the Los...
Jasmine Nguyen
May 13, 20223 min read
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From Mango Sticky Rice to Japanese Breakfast: How Asian Acts Took Over Coachella
Whether you were decked out in a body harness and chunky platforms at the Empire Polo Club, jamming out to your favorite artists or...
Jasmine Nguyen
May 12, 20222 min read
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Family Feuds and Laughs Are in Store for Jo Koy’s ‘Easter Sunday’
Koy stars as Joe in the upcoming Filipino American comedy, in theaters on August 5. (Photo courtesy of Universal Pictures.) The first...
Jasmine Nguyen
May 5, 20221 min read
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L.A. Uprising: Saigu Peace Gathering Reflects on the L.A. Riots, Three Decades Later
On April 29, the Asian and Black communities came together at Los Angeles’ Liberty Park for the 30th anniversary of the L.A. Riots....
Jasmine Nguyen
May 3, 20223 min read
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Drop by the 2022 Asian Comedy Fest for Two Days of Laughter
Join the Asian Comedy Fest to catch some of your favorite Asian American and Pacific Islander comics on May 6 and May 7. The 2022 Asian...
Jasmine Nguyen
Apr 29, 20222 min read
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Celebrate Summer Days With Ella Jay Basco and Her New Single, ‘Bubble Tea’
The multitalented actress and singer-songwriter's latest release is a refreshing summer anthem. (Photo courtesy of Leslie Alejandro.)...
Jasmine Nguyen
Apr 29, 20222 min read
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New HBO Max Collection to Celebrate Family, Love and Asian Animation
On May 1, the first day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, the streaming service’s AAPI-centered collection will be available for...
Jasmine Nguyen
Apr 28, 20222 min read
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Henry Golding Transports Audiences to the Regency Era in Jane Austen Remake
Netflix just announced another Regency-era romance, starring Dakota Johnson and slated for a July 15 release. (Photo by Nick...
Jasmine Nguyen
Apr 21, 20221 min read
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Golden State Warriors’ Entertainment Company Launches With Jeremy Lin Documentary
The NBA-affiliate company will create original content focusing on sports and entertainment. (Photo by Andrew Kuang.) From the court to...
Jasmine Nguyen
Apr 19, 20222 min read
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The Food-focused Love Language of ‘Pachinko’
How an Apple TV+ series about a Korean family’s struggles sheds light on love languages in pan-Asian culture. (Photo courtesy of Apple...
Jasmine Nguyen
Apr 16, 20224 min read
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Get Ready to Burn Up With Season 2 of Netflix’s ‘Single’s Inferno’
The Korean reality dating series has just been confirmed for another season at Netflix. (Photo courtesy of Netflix.) Get ready for...
Jasmine Nguyen
Apr 12, 20221 min read
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Masala: The Cast of ‘Bridgerton’ Season 2 Discuss Taking Representation to the Next Level
From “Pride and Prejudice” to “The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement,” there’s nothing quite like seeing two rivals slowly fall in...
Jasmine Nguyen
Apr 12, 20222 min read
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All-Filipina Artistic Troupe Tita Collective Returns to the Stage With ‘KWENTO’
The six-member troupe’s unique mixture of music, art and comedy returns to live performances for the first time after the COVID-19...
Jasmine Nguyen
Apr 2, 20222 min read
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Character Conversations: Lana Condor and Brenda Song Talk Cole Sprouse, the Fun of Acting and the Be
From the “Suite Life” series to the “All The Boys I’ve Loved Before” films, Brenda Song and Lana Condor are iconic faces for Asian...
Jasmine Nguyen
Mar 31, 20222 min read
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‘Five Blind Dates’ Announced as Amazon Studios’ First Australian Original Film
Starring Shuang Hu, the film will start production this April in Townsville and Sydney. (Photos courtesy of Amazon Studios.) The birds...
Jasmine Nguyen
Mar 29, 20221 min read
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