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· Kimberly Nguyen
John Cho Has Been Growing His Hair Out for Netflix’s ‘Cowboy Bebop’
Earlier this month, John Cho posted a selfie showing his new hairdo for his role as Spike Spiegel in Netflix’s live-action adaptation of “Cowboy Bebop“. Fans were excited to see Cho embrace Spike’s character, including his hair. The photo shows Cho’s hair grown out and styled in…
· Ryan General
John Cho Will Play Spike in The Live-Action ‘Cowboy Bebop’ and We Can’t Contain Our Excitement
Netflix has revealed their cast for the live-action adaptation of the beloved anime “Cowboy Bebop,” and fans can’t contain their excitement. Set in the year 2071, the original anime series follows the story of a bounty hunter crew traveling in their spaceship called the Bebop.
· Carl Samson
Awkwafina, Constance Wu, John Cho, and Lana Condor Share ‘Asian Glow’ Selfie
Awkwafina just brought back our Asian August feels! Yesterday, the “Jumanji” initiate shared a group selfie from Vanity Fair’s Oscar Party in Los Angeles, featuring “Crazy Rich Asians” co-star Constance Wu, “Searching” protagonist John Cho, “To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before”…
· Carl Samson
Mercury News Thought John Cho Was Glenn From ‘The Walking Dead’
San Jose, California’s daily newspaper The Mercury News mistakenly referred to John Cho as Steven Yeun’s character Glenn from the “Walking Dead” series. The outlet committed the error in a photo caption for a story on Aneesh Chaganty’s “Searching,” a modern thriller starring Cho.
· Khier Casino
John Cho Almost Declined To Star in ‘Searching’ Because He’s a Father
As we celebrate Asian-American representation in Hollywood with the success of “Crazy Rich Asians” and an announcement of a possible “The Joy Luck Club” sequel, #AsianAugust comes to a close with a nationwide release of “Searching” this Friday. Starring John Cho, who has…
· Carl Samson
Harry Shum Jr., Shibutani Siblings Buy Out Theaters to Support John Cho’s ‘Searching’
“Crazy Rich Asians” actor Harry Shum Jr. and Olympic medalists Maia and Alex Shibutani bought out theaters in support of “Searching,” a hyper-modern thriller starring “Star Trek” alumnus John Cho. Directed by Aneesh Chaganty, “Searching” revolves around David Kim’s (John Cho)…
· Ryan General
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ Cast and Director Buys Out Theater to Support John Cho’s ‘Searching’
Following a stellar box office opening weekend, “Crazy Rich Asians” leading actor Henry Golding and director Jon M. Chu are paying it forward to another Asian-led film by buying out a theater to promote the release of “Searching.” What was she hiding? #SearchingMovie only in…
· Ryan General
John Cho Makes History as the First Asian Actor Leading a Hollywood Thriller in ‘Searching’
Two years after the hashtag #StarringJohnCho became viral, John Cho finally landed a leading man role in the thriller “Searching.” A legit 21st-century thriller starring an Asian American actor? Yes, please and thank you. @SearchingMovie @JohnTheCho #searchingmovie…
· Kyle Encina
Why John Cho Got Butt-Naked In Latest Movie ‘Columbus’
Actor John Cho explained the significance behind him going fully nude during a shower scene in the 2017 romantic comedy “Columbus.” In an interview on “Late Night with Seth Meyers”, the 45-year-old actor discussed his eyebrow-raising scene and why it was necessary.
· Ryan General
John Cho to Star as Leading Man in Highly-Acclaimed Film ‘Columbus’
To highlight the lack of Asian-American leading men in Hollywood, the hashtag #StarringJohnCho became a trending topic last year, with netizens casting the talented actor in mock-up posters of blockbuster films. Less than a year later, John Cho actually got to play a leading…
· Bryan Ke
Donnie Yen Stuns the Internet By Playing Piano, Singing Elton John’s ‘Your Song’
Many people know that Donnie Yen is a great martial artist and actor, but what some fail to remember is that, underneath it all, he is also a great musician – YES! I Know! In his latest Instagram post, the 55-year-old “Ip Man” star showcased his talent in not just the piano, but…
· Ryan General
‘He Called My Mom ‘Chopsticks’’: Oscar Nominee Opens Up About Domestic Abuse From White Stepdad
Bing Liu’s brilliantly-crafted film, “Minding the Gap” yielded the Oscar for “Best Documentary Feature” to “Free Solo,” a documentary by husband-and-wife filmmaking team Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin. Filmed by the Asian American director between 2012 and 2017,…
· Carl Samson
Dwayne Johnson Was ‘Mad’ He Wasn’t Called for ‘Crazy Rich Asians,’ Says Director Jon M. Chu
For the history-making phenomenon that it was, it comes as no surprise that many wanted to be part of Warner Bros.’ “Crazy Rich Asians.” Among them is Dwayne Johnson, who had to call his friend, director Jon M. Chu, after learning things a little too late.
· Bryan Ke
Filipino-American Veteran Named ‘John’ Gets Called ‘Chang’ at Starbucks
Johncarl Festejo, a recently retired Filipino-American Air Force veteran, was recently mocked at a Starbucks in Vacaville, California when the barista wrote his name as “Chang” instead of John. Festejo, who had served in the Air Force for 18 years, stopped by a Starbucks at…
· Ryan General
Ex-High School Football Player Sued for $1 Million After Referee Was Allegedly Hurt During Play
A former Crawford High School football player is struggling to raise funds for his legal fees after a referee filed a $1 million lawsuit against him and the San Diego Unified School District. Former football player Jason Srouy set up a GoFundMe page to aid him in his legal…
· Ryan General
South Korea Passes New Law Banning Coffee in Schools
In a bid to prevent students from consuming too much caffeine, the South Korean government is set to introduce legislation banning the sale of coffee in schools across the country. Once the ban is implemented, students, as well as teachers on school premises, will no longer be…
· Evan Low
Why Every Asian American Should Be Proud of John Chiang Running for California’s Governor
Editor’s Note: Evan Low is a California State Assemblyman (D) for the South Bay and Silicon Valley. This piece reflects his thoughts on Democrat John Chiang, the current California State Treasurer and candidate running for Governor of California in the 2018 race. The opinions…
· Ryan General
Asian-Owned Restaurant in Australia Sparks Debate Over Its ‘Ching Chong’ Burger
A burger chain in Perth, Australia has come under fire for naming one of its menu items with a term deemed derogatory towards Asians. Lisa Chappell, an Australian-born Chinese customer, was shocked to find that Johnny’s Burgers in Canning Vale has called its “Asian inspired”…
· Ryan General
LA Koreatown Residents Protest Against Homeless Shelter in Parking Lot Near Schools
Residents of Koreatown in Los Angeles have voiced out their objection against a planned temporary homeless shelter on a city-owned parking lot by organizing a protest on Sunday. According to the protesters, the chosen spot at the heart of Koreatown (in 682 S. Vermont Ave) was in…
· Carl Samson
MasterChef Judges Who Know Nothing About Asian Food Try to School Malaysian Cook on Chicken Rendang
[UPDATED 4-4-18 11:33 p.m. PST] MasterChef Judge Backpedals on Chicken Rendang Comments, Says it ‘Wasn’t Cooked’ The elimination of a Malaysian contestant in “MasterChef UK” because the “traditional” dish she prepared did not satisfy judges has sparked fury in at least four…