With a reassuring smile, Japanese organizing expert Marie Kondo retrieved us from the depths of our messy closets and into cleaner homes. When her television series “Tidying Up with […]
Author: Renuka Vasu
The Legend Lives On In ‘Mulan’ 2020
A shy, awkward young girl stands in the center of a room as her mother and grandmother drape billowing fabrics around her and secure her hair in place with […]
In The Wake Of A Virus, The Natural World Is Making A Comeback
Eight weeks ago, we lived in a different world. In that world, we whizzed about without much thought to our surroundings. We climbed into Ubers, celebrated birthdays with loved […]
Here Are Some Of The Box-Office Releases Pushed Back By The Novel Coronavirus
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic sweeping across the globe, many industries have had to grapple with major changes to their day-to-day operations. Governments have called for the […]
Buko Pie, Adobo Fried Rice And More: The Staples Of Margarita Manzke’s Sari Sari Store
At downtown Los Angeles’ Sari Sari Store, bags of chips, jars of preserves and packets of dry noodles adorn the front of the stall. Colorful tins and containers hold […]
Throwback: Lay’s Magic Masala Potato Chips Provide A Link To Home
For 10 rupees (approximately 14 U.S. cents), I could buy a bag of Lay’s Magic Masala potato chips from my school’s canteen. The fried chips, doused in every perceivable […]
The Unforgettable Gala: The Comedy Award Nominees
Editor’s Note: For almost 20 years, the Unforgettable Gala has been the most visible platform to celebrate Asian Americans in entertainment. Here at “Character Media,” we are thrilled to be able to […]
The Unforgettable Gala: The Actor In Television Award Nominees
Editor’s Note: For almost 20 years, the Unforgettable Gala has been the most visible platform to celebrate Asian Americans in entertainment. Here at “Character Media,” we are thrilled to be […]
Pechanga Resort & Casino Sweeps Awards, Including ‘Best Southern California Casino’ At Recent Award Ceremony
At the recent readers’ polls held by “The Press-Enterprise” and “Orange County Register,” Pechanga Resort & Casino was voted Best Southern California Casino and emerged the winner in the […]
When You’re Done With Pumpkin Spice Lattes, Try These 6 Asian Drinks
Fall menus are here, featuring seasonal staples like maple, pecan, cinnamon and pumpkin. While the towers of autumnal offerings are steadily growing, we decided to scour Los Angeles for […]
Lesser Known Filipino Stories Take Center Stage In Season 2 Of ‘Long Distance’
Filipina American journalist Paola Mardo’s podcast “Long Distance” returns today with another season covering stories of the Filipino diaspora. The first and only documentary podcast series about Filipinos around […]
Review: A Lethal Love Triangle Unfolds In Netflix’s Psychological Thriller, ‘Earthquake Bird’
“We all live in our own reality,” says the detective interrogating Swedish translator Lucy Fly (Alicia Vikander). Except Lucy’s reality seems to be little more than a waking nightmare […]
Mindy Kaling’s Upcoming Series ‘College Girls’ Finds A Home At HBO Max
Mindy Kaling confirms she still has a few cards up her sleeve, as she signs an original comedy series deal with streaming platform HBO Max. The Emmy Award-nominated writer […]
These 6 Asian Male Supermodels Are Redefining Beauty On And Off The Runway
Previously only visible in select shows and campaigns, Asian models are now a permanent fixture in most big fashion shows. Whether that’s because Asians have repeatedly shown their buying […]
How Melissa Polinar Takes Listeners Back In Time With Her Music
The year is 2009, and songbird Melissa Polinar is in her bedroom, perched in front of a computer recording her song “Try.” Polinar looks relaxed, her long black hair […]
