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Four decades from Hong Kong action star to 'the first Asian woman to win Best Actress' — she turned a career the West underrated into the single most quoted ceiling-break in Oscars history.
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· Bryan Ke
‘Finally!’: Michelle Yeoh is All of Us Getting Hyped for ‘Shang-Chi’
“Star Trek: Discovery” star, Michelle Yeoh, applauds Marvel for “finally” making an Asian-led superhero movie in “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.” The 58-year-old Malaysian actress expressed her joy for Asian representation in Marvel during an interview with BBC,…
· Bryan Ke
Sandra Oh, Michelle Yeoh and Henry Golding to Star in ‘The Tiger’s Apprentice’ Adaptation
“Killing Eve” star Sandra Oh has been tapped to lend her voice alongside Michelle Yeoh in the adaptation of the best-selling children’s book “The Tiger’s Apprentice.” The project, which is under Paramount Animation, will become the directorial debut of Carlos Baena, a Pixar…
· Carl Samson
Michelle Yeoh Tells Lena Headey to ‘F*** Off’ in Hilarious Video
Michelle Yeoh and Lena Headey have certainly gotten closer on the set of “Gunpowder Milkshake.” On Thursday, Headey shared a short video showing exactly what it’s like to work with the “Crazy Rich Asians” star — especially when she “hates” you.
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh is Going to Be in the ‘Avatar’ Sequels
Michelle Yeoh has been officially tapped to play a role in the much awaited sequels to James Cameron’s “Avatar.” According to Deadline, the 56-year-old Malaysian actress will play the role of scientist Dr. Karina Mogue, as announced via the official social channels of the film…
· Ziye Wang
The ULTIMATE List of Every Asian Character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe So Far
When “Crazy Rich Asians” drew in crazy amounts of money at the box office last summer, it set a very important precedent: there’s a market for Asian-led films, and it’s big. At least one studio took notice of that, because by December last year, Marvel announced that they were…
· Carl Samson
Michelle Yeoh Gets 10 Stitches After a Bad Fall in Paris
Michelle Yeoh took to Instagram to share an unfortunate injury over her Valentine’s weekend in Paris. Apparently, the “Crazy Rich Asians” star suffered a “bad trip” — and advised fans not to look if they’re squeamish.
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh is Officially Getting Her Own ‘Star Trek’ Spin-Off
After a few months of waiting, it has been confirmed that Malaysian actress Michelle Yeoh is finally getting her own standalone “Star Trek” spin-off on CBS All Access. The confirmation came out after “Crazy Rich Asians,” the film in which Yeoh plays strict mother Eleanor Young,…
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh Wore the Emerald Ring From ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ (Which She Owns) at the Golden Globes
Many fans were surprised to see Michelle Yeoh wearing the emerald ring from “Crazy Rich Asians” on the Golden Globes red carpet on Sunday night. Actress Michelle Yeoh is wearing the ring from @CrazyRichMovie tonight. She says the film’s box office success feels like a “miracle”…
· Carl Samson
Michelle Yeoh Doesn’t Think ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon’ Actors Were Celebrated Enough
Michelle Yeoh finds a stark contrast in her time as an actor for Hollywood game changer “Crazy Rich Asians” and her 2000 fantasy drama “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.” Speaking to Entertainment Weekly, the 56-year-old star recalled how actors in the Ang Lee movie received no…
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh to Star Alongside Henry Golding in ‘Last Christmas’
Malaysian actress, Michelle Yeoh, joins her fellow “Crazy Rich Asians” star, Henry Golding, in the Paul Feig-directed comedy “Last Christmas.” The movie, which will feature the music of George Michael and his song of the same title, is scheduled for release on Nov. 15 next year,…
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh Could Star in a Star Trek Spin-Off and We Are SO READY
“Crazy Rich Asians” star Michelle Yeoh is reportedly in talks to reprise her role as Captain Emperor Georgiou in an untitled “Star Trek: Discovery” spin-off that is set to be released in CBS’ All Access streaming platform.
· Bryan Ke
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ To Receive Breakout Ensemble Award at the Hollywood Film Awards
Warner Bros.’ history-making film “Crazy Rich Asians,” directed by Jon M. Chu, will add another achievement to its growing list as the film is set to receive a Hollywood Breakout Ensemble Award. “Crazy Rich Asians,” which is a film adaptation of Kevin Kwan’s novel of the same…
· Ryan General
Michelle Yeoh Remembers Being Called a ‘Banana’ For Not Being ‘Chinese Enough’
“Crazy Rich Asians” star Michelle Yeoh revealed in a recent interview that she was called a “banana” to mock her for not acting “properly like a Chinese person.” The Malaysian-born actress appeared alongside fellow CRA cast members Constance Wu, Awkwafina, Ken Jeong and Henry…
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh is Going to Be the Grand Marshal in SF’s Chinese New Year Parade
Southwest Airlines officially announced that Michelle Yeoh is going to make an appearance at the upcoming Chinese New Year Parade in San Francisco on February 24. “We are honored to announce Michelle Yeoh as this year’s Southwest Airlines Chinese New Year Parade Grand Marshal,”…
· Bryan Ke
Uber Investor Files Lawsuit After Being Accused of Rape in London Penthouse
Shervin Pishevar, a prominent Silicon Valley venture capitalist and an early investor of Uber, is suing Definers Public Affairs and two of its executives on Monday, accusing them of covert smear campaign against him. In the lawsuit filed in a California court, Pishevar alleges…
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh Says She Would Have Destroyed Harvey Weinstein if He Ever Tried Anything On Her
Malaysian actress, Michelle Yeoh, did not pull her punches when she admitted she would have kicked Harvey Weinstein’s behind if the Hollywood mogul tried anything. Adding her own voice into the whole sexual harassment scandal surrounding Hollywood producer, Weinstein, Yeoh…
· Bryan Ke
‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Producer Confirms Michelle Yeoh’s Character Will Return
Gretchen J. Berg, one of the producers of “Star Trek: Discovery,” officially confirmed that Michelle Yeoh — who plays Captain Georgiou — will return in some form sometime in the near future. While speaking at New York Comic Con (NYCC) on Saturday, Berg teased fans that they…
· Heather Johnson Yu
Asian People Are Absolutely Furious With the New ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ (SPOILER ALERT)
***EVERYTHING IS SPOILERS — YOU’VE BEEN WARNED*** Trekkies around the country came together last night to watch the premiere of Star Trek: Discovery with bated breath. The highly anticipated series has generated controversial commentary, with fans either praising or slamming the…
· Kyle Encina
‘Star Trek: Discovery’s’ Michelle Yeoh is The Strong Asian Woman Character We Need
Michelle Yeoh, who is set to star in “Star Trek: Discovery” on September 24, discussed how “very inspirational” her new role is to Asian women, especially young girls. The 55-year-old Malaysian actress is set to take on the role of captain Philippa Georgiou, the commander of the…
· Khier Casino
One of TV’s Hottest Asian Hunks Just Joined ‘Crazy Rich Asians’
The upcoming adaptation of Kevin Kwan’s best-selling novel “Crazy Rich Asians” just added actor and dancer Harry Shum Jr. to its stellar cast. The “Glee” star will join an all-Asian cast including Constance Wu (“Fresh Off the Boat”), Michelle Yeoh (“Crouching Tiger, Hidden…
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