If we’re honest, it’s rare to see Pacific Islanders at the forefront of AAPI representation but NBC’s “Young Rock” is changing that. Based on the early life of wrestler […]
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Masala: All-Star Cast Confronts Humanity In Netflix’s ‘Stowaway’
What would you do if you were stuck in a group of four people with only enough supplies for three of you to survive? That is the great dilemma […]
Women Make History For The AAPI Community At The 93rd Academy Awards
Over a year after the historic wins at the 92nd Academy Awards, history has once again been made as Asian women took home major awards during last night’s ceremony. […]
Masala: Go Into The Fold With The Cast Of ‘Shadow And Bone’
There has always been the challenge of creating something entertaining while pleasing the fans when it comes to adapting a beloved book series to screen, but the cast and […]
Masala: Ludi Lin Lives Out a Childhood Dream As Liu Kang in ‘Mortal Kombat’
From protecting the Earth in the new “Mortal Kombat” movie to advocating for the AAPI community, Ludi Lin is no stranger to fighting back against the bad guys. Known […]
Masala: The Kickass Cast Of ‘Kung Fu’ Are Changing The Game
In times like these, “Kung Fu” is just the show we need right now. After all, who doesn’t want a fierce warrior protecting their hometown from danger? This kickass […]
Masala: Kimiko Glenn Makes A Splash In ‘Baby Shark’s Big Show!’
Get ready to get the most viewed video in YouTube history stuck in your head (again) because Baby Shark is swimming over to Nickelodeon in “Baby Shark’s Big Show!” […]
Character Conversations: Sherry Cola and Anna Akana Use Their Voices To Speak Out
Actors Sherry Cola and Anna Akana have never been known to stay silent, especially when their own community is under attack. Just days after the tragedy in Atlanta, the […]
Character Conversations: Albert Tsai and Miya Cech Share On-Set Antics
Kids will be kids, even if they have years of being on television and movie sets under their belt. Rising stars Albert Tsai and Miya Cech are wise beyond […]
Masala: Taylor Takahashi’s Jump From Assistant To Starring Role With ‘Boogie’
First-time actor Taylor Takahashi’s journey to starring in the highly-anticipated “Boogie” is parallel to a Cinderella story, going from being someone’s personal assistant to a leading man overnight. Takahashi […]
Masala: Meet the Artist Behind Instagram’s Lunar New Year Stickers, Naomi Otsu
If you were on Instagram this past weekend celebrating Lunar New Year, you’ve probably seen the ox stickers featured on your friends’ Instagram stories. Behind the festive design is […]
Asian Activism Goes Viral as Anti-Asian Violence Rises
While anti-Asian sentiment is nothing new, it is jarring to see just how astronomical the numbers of hate crimes have skyrocketed since the COVID-19 pandemic. Just in the past […]
Character Concerts: Be a Fool for Sam Tsui
There was a time when professional-grade covers and mashups of popular songs dominated the YouTube homepage. Budding musicians showcased their abilities to an easily-accessible audience, giving someone like Sam […]
Character Concerts: NISHA Finds Artistry in Their Identity
Self-identity has always been an important part of NISHA’s artistry. As a Nigerian-born Indian American immigrant and genderqueer singer-songwriter, they’ve never fit into a certain box until they began […]
Masala: Close the Final Chapter With ‘To All the Boys’
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, stay in with your loved ones and celebrate with “To All the Boys: Always and Forever,” coming to Netflix on February 12. […]
