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· Sarah Yukiko
Lindsay Ellis quits YouTube months after igniting controversy with a tweet comparing ‘Raya’ to ‘Avatar’
After months of controversy, YouTuber and film critic Lindsay Ellis appeared to announce on Monday that she was quitting social media. Ellis was first embroiled in controversy after tweeting in March that the Disney animated movie “Raya and the Last Dragon,” which featured…
· Grace Kim
Netflix’s ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ announces Azula, Gran Gran, Kyoshi actors
Netflix is slowly pulling together the cast of its upcoming live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” The production announced five new additions, including the iconic roles of Princess Azula and Suki as well as a brand new character. Adding fuel to the fire:…
· Grace Kim
Social media photos hint at how Uncle Iroh and Aang will look in live-action ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’
Actor Paul Sun-Hyung Lee is beginning to transform into Uncle Iroh, the beloved father figure that he is set to play in the upcoming live-action adaptation of “Avatar: the Last Airbender.” In a livestream on Sunday, the actor revealed a new look that captures one of Iroh’s most…
· Ryan General
Netflix casts Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Ken Leung and Lim Kay Siu in key live-action ‘Avatar’ roles
Three actors have been announced to join the growing cast of the highly anticipated live-action series “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” Iconic roles filled: Actors Paul Sun-Hyung Lee (“Kim’s Convenience”), Ken Leung (“Lost,” “X-Men: The Last Stand”) and Lim Kay Siu (“Anna and the…
· Bryan Ke
Daniel Dae Kim to play Fire Lord Ozai in Netflix’s ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ live-action series
“Hawaii Five-0” star Daniel Dae Kim is set to play Fire Nation ruler Fire Lord Ozai in Netflix’s live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” Everything changed: Kim, 53, will be a series regular along with Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley and Dallas Liu,…
· Bryan Ke
Aespa members team up with their avatars to fight villain Black Mamba in the new ‘Savage’ MV
K-pop girl group Aespa has teamed up with their virtual avatars to fight the villainous Black Mamba in the music video for “Savage,” the title track of their first EP. The story so far: “Savage,” a follow-up to the group’s other tracks “Black Mamba” and “Next Level,” sees…
· Grace Kim
Unconfirmed report of cast for live-action ‘Avatar’ goes viral, sparks hope for fans
An unconfirmed casting of Netflix’s live-action of the popular “Avatar: The Last Airbender” series has gone viral on social media, with fans delighted to see the possibility of accurate representation. About the news: A site called “Avatar News,” described as being run by a…
· Isa Peralta
Nickelodeon Announces Avatar Studios, Plans to Make More Shows AND Movies in ‘Avatar’ Universe
Nickelodeon has recently announced Avatar Studios, a new content division that will expand the universe and franchise of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” and its spin-off “The Legend of Korra.” More than 16 years after “Avatar” first premiered, Avatar Studios will produce new movies…
· Ryan General
2,000 Student Avatars March in Indian University’s Virtual Graduation Ceremony
One of India’s top technical universities found a way to honor its graduates amid the current pandemic by conducting a virtual ceremony. LIVE from #IITBombay Virtual Convocation:
· Maina Chen
‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Creators Walk Out of Netflix’s Live-Action Remake and Now All Hope is Lost
Fans of the beloved animated series “Avatar: The Last Airbender” were distraught and baffled when the creators announced on Wednesday that they left its imminent Netflix live-action reboot. The Great Divide: News of Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko’s departure came when the…
· 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…
· Ryan General
Indie Studio Shows Netlix How the ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Live-Action Should Look Like
An indie studio has taken up the task of showing Netflix how to do a proper adaptation of the hit animated series “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” It was earlier announced that the streaming service is developing a live-action original series based on the Nickelodeon property.
· Carl Samson
Netflix is Making a Live-Action ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Series
A live-action series of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” is coming to Netflix. Original creators Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko will direct and executive-produce the show, which starts production in 2019.
· Carl Samson
South Korea Just Made ‘Avatar’ Robots a Reality
The first manned bipedal robot has been born in South Korea. Meet “Method-2,” a 13-foot, 1.5-ton robot that is now being shown off by Hankook Mirae Technology. It is expected to hit the market next year.
· Rebecca Moon
New ‘Street Fighter 6’ gameplay trailer showcases return of Chun Li, now voiced by an Asian actor
Japanese video game developer and publisher Capcom revealed a new trailer for the upcoming game “Street Fighter 6” at the PlayStation State of Play event on Thursday. The gameplay trailer revealed a new voice actor behind Chun-Li, who has been replaced by Filipino American voice…
· Editorial Staff
Los Angeles Chargers release anime-inspired schedule video with references to ‘Naruto,’ ‘One Piece,’ more
The Los Angeles Chargers’ schedule release video for the 2022-2023 season came in the form of a colorful anime opening. The opening features a J-pop song and anime character versions of the NFL players featured on the schedule. The announcement parodies popular anime and…
· Ryan General
Sony loses millions after rejecting China’s demand to remove Statue of Liberty from new ‘Spider-Man’ film
Sony reportedly walked away from a potential $170 million-$340 million in sales after rejecting China’s request to delete scenes featuring the Statue of Liberty. The China Film Administration wanted Sony and Marvel Studios to take out the American landmark, which is prominently…
· Ryan General
‘Birds of Prey’ star Ella Jay Basco releases summer anthem ‘Bubble Tea’
Actor and singer-songwriter Ella Jay Basco, 15, released her latest single “Bubble Tea” on Sunday, marking the start of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. The former child actor (“Veep,” “Grey’s Anatomy”) branched into music after her breakout role as…
· Jane Nam
3,800 Japanese students kick off the new school year virtually in the metaverse
To kick off the new school year in Japan, which begins in April, approximately 3,800 students gathered in the metaverse. In what a Sora News article described as “Metaversity,” 29 trade schools held their opening ceremony in the Metaverse to welcome new students. While Japan…
· Rebecca Moon
Samsung’s new metaverse world My House hits over 4 million visits in less than a month
Samsung Electronics’ new metaverse service My House, launched in collaboration with Naver’s 3D avatar platform Zepeto, has accumulated over 4 million visits in less than a month. My House is a virtual home where users can test different Samsung products while decorating to their…