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A Korean Odyssey Heartthrob Lee Seung Gi To Hold His First Fanmeeting In Singapore
14 May 2018 by Chew Hui Ling

Hot on the heels of Netflix’s A Korean Odyssey (or Hwayugi) fame, Lee Seung Gi is arguably the It actor of the moment.

Shortly after wrapping up filming for the hit K-drama, the 31-year-old has been landing deals left, right and centre – not only is he the host of Mnet survival programme Produce 48, he’s also set to star in upcoming blockbuster drama Vagabond alongside potential co-star Suzy (Gu Family Book reunion, anybody?).

That’s not all: we’ve just gotten news from our friends at Red Spade that the actor will be holding his long-awaited fanmeeting in Singapore this July, five years since his last visit in 2013! And with his witty charms, charismatic personality and multi-talented abilities – he sings, acts and is a total heartthrob, what’s not to love? – it’s safe to say you’re in for a solid treat. 

2018 Lee Seung Gi In Singapore

2018 Lee Seung Gi in Singapore
Date: 7 July 2018
Time: 7pm
Venue: [email protected] Box
Ticket prices: $248 (VIP), $218, $178, $138

VIP ticket holders are entitled to handshake and an L folder. Tickets will go on sale from 18 May, 10am via www.apactix.com. 

Good luck!

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5 Emotional Stages Every Fan Goes Through At A Harry Styles Concert
14 May 2018 by Julia Yee

There’s nothing quite like attending a Harry Styles concert. A charming young Brit with an iconic voice and a phenomenal amount of success under his belt, the ‘Sign of the Times’ crooner is one person who needs no introduction. Ever since taking a break from being part of the world’s biggest boy band, the former One Direction member’s career has only gone in one direction – up.

Barely six months after staging a smaller-scale show at The Star Theatre last November, the 24-year old proved that he’s perfectly capable of commanding a 6,000-strong audience at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on 3 May. It was 90 minutes of pure musicianship, nostalgic singalongs and all-around good vibes as the burgeoning rockstar treated us to yet another unforgettable show – and boy, what an emotional ride it was.

#1 THE ANTICIPATION

We’ve participated in our fair share of waiting games for plenty of shows before, but this was the most painful yet intriguing one by far. As we wait for Hazza to take the stage with bated breaths, a series of abstract and thought-provoking animations of rubric cubes played over and over in a hypnotic manner on the big screen. The suspense drove the audience crazy – it was clear that this natural-born star knew very well the effect he had. 

#2 THE AWE

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From the minute he stepped out on stage, the charming heartthrob was already blowing kisses left and right – all while flawlessly belting out the notes to the opening number ‘Only Angel’. Looking ever so dashing in a blinding golden shirt, the curly-haired wonder sauntered onstage to ear-splitting applause; to say that he looked like a god in gold would not be an overstatement. With his effortless charisma and alluring vocals, complete with the all-out visual assault of pop art graphics and theatrics, we were thoroughly entertained from the start to finish.

#3 THE HIGH

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Powering through the set with aplomb, Harry had the crowd hyped up right from the get-go as he churned out hit after hit. Although the concert started out on a slow note, it didn’t take him long to shake off his initial nerves and get back to what he does best: working the stage. “I have one job, that is to entertain you. You also have one job, that is to enjoy yourself,” he exclaimed. “So if you wanna dance, dance. Feel free to be whoever you wanna be in this room!” Busting out quirky moves that could rival even Mike Jagger, Harry’s infectious dancing mid-performance got everybody up on their feet in an instant.

#4 THE AMUSEMENT

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Not only is Harry incredibly talented, he’s also blessed with that signature British humour we all know and love since his One Direction days. His effortless banter with the audience kept us hooked onto his every word. One particular bit that had us in stitches was when he rallied the entire crowd to sing a birthday song to a fan, but it turns out that her birthday was actually four days later, leaving a bewildered Harry in disbelief. “You are all liars! I trusted you. I trusted all of you,” he playfully chided the fans.

#5 THE NOSTALGIA

Despite his individual success, Harry has never distanced himself from the band that started it all, which only makes us adore him even more. Not only did ‘Olivia’ play before he came onstage – pleasantly surprising Directioners in the audience – he also dedicated a substantial part of his setlist to songs he had previously written for 1D such as ‘Stockholm Syndrome’, ‘If I Could Fly’ and ‘What Makes You Beautiful’. Being able to identify with his boy band roots and simultaneously build a sound he could call his own, isn’t something many artistes in the same boat could have done. We all got rather emotional when the singer took a sombre moment to thank the fans who have been supporting him for the past three years. Here’s to many more!

Image credits: Hélène Marie Pambrun

Can’t get enough of Harry Styles? Don’t forget to grab a copy of our latest issue featuring none other than Hazza on the cover! Out on newsstands now.

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This Popular Hollywood Actor Just Made His Singing Debut On A Korean TV Show
14 May 2018 by Chew Hui Ling

Ryan Reynolds never fails to surprise us with his unpredictable antics, but spoiler alert: who would’ve guessed that he would make an appearance on one of the biggest singing programmes in Korea? Leave it to the Deadpool 2 star to pull off what’s perhaps the most jaw-dropping performance ever in the history of King Of Masked Singer. 

In town to promote the upcoming Deadpool sequel, the fictional anti-hero took time off his hectic schedule to pop by the set of King Of Masked Singer – think of it as Korea’s answer to The Voice; best known for its concept of showcasing the hidden vocal talents of popular and underrated singers while masking their appearances behind elaborate costumes. Deciding to give it a whirl on the 13 May episode, the Canadian actor took to the the stage in a sparkly unicorn suit and left the audience in awe with his breathtaking performance of the Annie classic ‘Tomorrow’.

“Oh, his accent is nice,” commented a certain panel member. Little did they know they were in for the biggest plot twist of their lives… Then came the grand reveal, and everyone in the studio lost their minds because standing right there in front of them was none other than the one and only Ryan Reynolds.

Meanwhile, the YouTube comments section erupted into a frenzy too: “So this is the reason why he wasn’t at Met Gala!”, “This is one of the most random things that has ever happened to the K-pop world.”, “I didn’t know Deadpool quit being a superhero to become an unicorn instead.”

Well… guess we’re now fans of Ryan Reynolds sunbaenim.

Check out his spectacular performance above!

Deadpool 2 starring Ryan Reynolds will be showing in Singapore from 17 May 2018.

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5 Times MXM Proved They're The Perfect Match At Their Singapore Fanmeeting
10 May 2018 by Chew Hui Ling

95% – was what MXM rated their chemistry with each other at the open press conference for their [MATCH UP] Fanmeeting in Singapore.

We’ve always known that Youngmin and Donghyun are inseparable since their Produce 101 days, so it comes as no surprise these two would make an unbeatable pairing as MXM. And fans are more than convinced that their impeccable teamwork isn’t just for show when they were in town last week, all sunny smiles and bubbling with infectious energy as they bounced around the stage. Can’t get enough of them? Here’s a collection of moments that proved they’re the perfect duo.

#1 They have the same variety sense.

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When asked what kind of variety shows would they want to appear on during the press conference, MXM spared no hesitation in answering Running Man as they’re both very active. “We’d love to take part in a programme that throws us in the wild and allows us to pick up survival skills and do everything from scratch,” Youngmin shared, which immediately brings to mind Law of the Jungle. Donghyun added, “We enjoy cooking and travelling as well, so Three Meals A Day or a travel show would be fantastic.” Hey fellow producers, how does a love call to Rhymer sound?

#2 And they love teasing us.

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One of the most adorable moments during the fanmeeting was when they were asked what fans could expect from the show, to which the crowd playfully called out for the boys to show off their six-packs. “Not today, maybe next time!” quipped an amused Youngmin, while Donghyun cheekily patted his tummy and looked around for his non-existent abs.

Check out their hilarious reactions below!


#3 They’re same same, but different.

To further prove their strong bond with each other, MXM played a quick game where they attempted to match up their answers to a series of ‘This or That’ questions. Although they had differing opinions on a couple of questions – Youngmin prefers summer while Donghyun prefers winter; Youngmin likes coffee while Donghyun likes tea – they still have plenty in common with one another. For instance, both of them chose the colour black over white. Not to mention they have the cutest bro-handshake ever. Friendship goals!


#4 Their fan service game is A+.

When it comes to dishing out fan service, MXM never disappoints. Besides blessing us with top-notch live performances, the two-hour set was peppered with mini game segments where fans could get upclose and personal with the lads. Some lucky fans were even able to walk away with a selfie polaroid with the boys, much to the envy of everyone else in the audience.

However, the rest of us had our fair share of perks too as we were treated to a mandatory high-touch session and a group photo opportunity after the show – no one was left out. Both of them were clearly worn out towards the end, but they showed no signs of exhaustion and entertained fans throughout it all. With this alone, we have no doubts that MXM will certainly go far in their music career.

#5 They are humble at heart.

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As this was their first time performing in Singapore, fans put in extra effort to make it an unforgettable experience for MXM. Not only did they specially prepare banners that read “Let’s be together forever”, they also made a video montage and brought out a diamond-shaped cake as a surprise for the boys – which was a huge success. “We feel like we’ve received a lot more than what we gave you today. We are so grateful for your love and support,” Donghyun enthused, overwhelmed with gratitude as both of them bid farewell to their adoring fans.

Three hours later, we left the venue with heads swimming and hearts oh so full.

Image credits: IME Singapore

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8 Power Couples That Stole The Show At The 2018 Met Gala
9 May 2018 by Julia Yee

It’s that time of the year again for “fashion’s biggest night out”, where Hollywood’s brightest stars deck themselves in the most head-turning of outfit choices. Against the backdrop of outlandish imagery inspired by the theme of Heavenly Bodies: Fashion & The Catholic Imagination, this year’s Met Gala saw plenty of iconic pairings gracing the red carpet. From Shawn Mendes and Hailey Baldwin’s swoon-worthy couple debut to 2 Chainz’ extra AF proposal to his longtime girlfriend, the annual fashion extravaganza is shaping up to be the most show-stopping one yet.

KYLIE JENNER AND SELENA GOMEZ REUNITED

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If you’ve been keeping up with the Kardashians, you’d know that the youngest Jenner wasn’t exactly on good terms with the ‘Kill Em With Kindness’ diva. Back in 2014, it was reported that the two had fallen out as a result of the Jenners’ continued contact with Selena Gomez’s on-and-off beau, Justin Bieber. Whether or not those rumours ring true, Kylie and Selena seem to have made up, and look closer than ever. Looks like the holy theme has brought out the best in everyone! #sistersbeforemisters

THERE’S NOTHING HOLDIN’ SHAWN MENDES BACK

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While we were aware that Shawn Mendes has been cosying up to Hailey Baldwin recently, the exact nature of their relationship was never confirmed. That is, until the rumoured lovebirds showed up with their arms comfortably wrapped around each other at the New York Metropolitan Art Museum, making their relationship red carpet official. The Canadian crooner looked dashing in his sleek maroon suit as he walked down the red carpet hand-in-hand with the model, sporting a gorgeous dusty rose ‘do adorned with white flowers. While this may be somewhat sad news to Shawn diehards, do not despair – we sense an album full of love songs coming up!

ALL HAIL LANA DEL REY AND JARED LETO

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Everybody looked heavenly, but what really caused our jaws to drop was Lana Del Rey and Jared Leto’s godly ensembles. Lana ditched her gypsy witch vibes for a beautiful ivory dress, while Jared looked the complete opposite of his demented Joker persona. Our personal favourites: Lana’s sword-skewered gold heart and deep blue winged headdress (a nod to the virgin Mary?) along with Jared’s matching golden wreath that put all the flower crowns to shame.

2 CHAINZ PUT A RING ON IT

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We know celebrities love being in the centre of attention, but 2 Chainz took the cake. The American rapper took a brave step in his relationship with his longtime girlfriend Kesha Ward – by proposing on the Met Gala red carpet in the most glamourous way yet. Although they’ve been engaged since the 2013 BET Awards and have had three children together, they’ve never made it official. Whipping out the black ring box in the midst of climbing the stairs, 2 Chainz got down on one knee and pulled a Donald Trump… of course, she said yes. Sound the wedding bells!

THE OLSENS BRING THEIR A-GAME(OF THRONES)

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With their unrivalled sisterly bond and fashion-forward styles, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have long been hailed as untouchable icons. This year, the twin beauties outdid themselves with their Game of Thrones-esque ensembles. Looking like a pair of bohemian princesses, their flowing robe-like gowns was nothing short of breathtaking as they expertly posed with stoic model expressions. We can’t wait to see what these goddesses come up with next year!

BUGHEAD’S OFF-SCREEN CHEMISTRY

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The two Riverdale stars strutted down the red carpet in complementary outfits – Lili Reinhart in a shimmering silver gown and Cole Sprouse in a classic suit, and the cameras just couldn’t get enough of them. Despite striving to maintain a lowkey attitude towards their dating rumours, the pair has been spotted together countless times and even took a quick getaway to Hawaii recently. Showing up at the Met Gala pretty much confirmed their relationship status, but whatever it may be, our hearts will never stop shipping Bughead!

GEORGE AND AMAL CLOONEY’S ROSE-COLOURED ROMANCE

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George and Amal Clooney’s relationship is one of the few Hollywood romances that has withstood the test of time. We’re still recovering from the split of star couples like Chris Pratt and Anna Faris, Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan, and the iconic Brangelina – but safe to say, the Clooneys are proof that true love still exists. At the Met Ball, the stunning husband and wife duo graced the cameras with candid poses of them smiling at each other in adoration – talk about couple goals! 

KYLIE JENNER AND TRAVIS SCOTT SLAYING PARENTHOOD

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Not surprisingly, Kylie and Travis caused quite a stir with their fashion choices. Turning up in simple, pitch-black ensembles amidst the flood of intricate ivory and pastel shades at the Met Gala was a bold move, and we wouldn’t have expected anything less from the reality star diva and her beau. Say what you want about Stormi’s parents, but one thing’s for sure – this duo knows how to make an impression.

Which is your favourite #MetGala moment in the list? Tell us in the comments below!

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