Resident funnyman Ken Jeong is heading back to the big screen. The actor is confirmed to star in the action-comedy “My Spy” alongside “Guardians of the Galaxy” star Dave […]
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The Mountain Brothers Were Hip-Hop’s First Legit Asian American Contenders
When Mountain Brothers’ “Paperchase” 12-inch single was shipped out to a handful of writers (this one included) back in 1996, it was like living with a delightful secret. I […]
Short Film ‘Rani’ Is A Heartbreaking Pakistani Transgender Story
In Hammad Rizvi’s short film “Rani,” we meet a soft-spoken transgender woman (Kami Sid) in Pakistan who works hard to make a living selling children’s toys on the streets. […]
Jung Dong Ha & Ben To Perform At Pechanga Resort & Casino
Pechanga Resort & Casino is bringing more Asian talents stateside. Korean solo artists Jung Dong Ha and Ben will hold two concerts at the Pechanga Theater on Nov. 16 […]
Megan Lawless Is A Reflection Of Her Character In ‘The Hate U Give’
Megan Lawless has a clear vision for her future: “I desperately want to work with Jon Chu. Yeah, desperately.” An outspoken “Crazy Rich Asians” fan, the actress admired the […]
Inside Osric Chau’s Upcoming Indie Film ‘Empty by Design’
For a few months this summer, Osric Chau was “The Boss” to a crew of 74 in the Philippines. As a first-time feature producer, Chau — you know him […]
‘The Goldbergs’ Actor Kenny Ridwan Wants To Be Asian Tom Cruise
You know Kenny Ridwan as Dave Kim, the sarcastic turtleneck aficionado with the bowl cut, on ABC’s “The Goldbergs.” The show is set in the ’80s and centers on […]
Review: Vanessa Hua’s ‘A River of Stars’
“Long ago, two lovers — a humble cow herder and a weaver girl a fairy in disguise — were torn apart when the Goddess of Heaven, the fairy’s mother, […]
Alex Tse, The RZA To Create Wu-Tang Drama Series For Hulu
A drama series based on the Wu-Tang Clan, created and written by Alex Tse and the RZA, has received a straight-to-series order from Hulu. “Wu-Tang: An American Saga,” set […]
Rina Sawayama Releases ‘Cherry’ Remix By Ryan Hemsworth
Rina Sawayama’s nostalgic single has been rearranged for the dance floor. On Oct. 10, the retro pop star re-released a remixed version of “Cherry” by Canadian producer Ryan Hemsworth. […]
Half of This Year’s NBC’s Writers on the Verge Program is Asian
Half of the eight writers in NBC’s 2018-2019 class for its Writers on the Verge program are Asian American — the highest representation in the program’s 13-year history. Bernard […]
Jon Chu and Lin-Manuel Miranda Launch Open Casting Call For ‘In the Heights’ Film
Calling all actors — Jon M. Chu and Lin-Manuel Miranda’s upcoming film “In the Heights” just launched a digital open casting call! Warner Bros. is accepting audition tapes for […]
‘Andi Mack’ Stars Talk Lessons They Taught One Another
“Andi Mack,” Disney Channel’s Asian American-led family dramedy, came back for a third season on Monday. The series, executive produced by Terri Minsky, stars Peyton Elizabeth Lee in the […]
Pechanga Resort & Casino Adds More Accommodations For Asian Customers
Known to vacationers statewide, Pechanga Resort & Casino recently completed a nearly three-year, $285 million project in March. The expansion centered on amenities, including 568 more rooms, a new […]
NCT 127 Launches ‘Regular-Irregular’ Comeback With US Takeover
Exciting news for American K-pop fans: More of your faves are getting Western mainstream exposure. Ahead of their “Regular-Irregular” album drop, boy group NCT 127 are making multiple appearances […]
