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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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· Ryan General
Michelle Yeoh reflects on her journey at Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony
Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh accepted a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Feb. 18, during a ceremony held on Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles. The recognition spans a career that began in 1980s Hong Kong cinema and later included major studio franchises such as the…
· Ryan General
Michelle Yeoh to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star
Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh is set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, marking another historic milestone in her decades-long career and cementing her legacy as one of the most prominent Asian figures in global cinema. About the honoree: The 63-year-old star…
· Ryan General
Michelle Yeoh says she was taught to be ‘seen and not heard’ while growing up
International superstar Michelle Yeoh said in a new interview on Wednesday that she grew up believing she should be “seen and not heard,” explaining that her childhood was shaped by expectations common in many Asian households. Speaking on the “How To Fail” podcast, the…
· Carl Samson
Blackpink’s ‘Most Influential Women’ Asia ranking reflects rising K-pop power
K-pop’s global ascent reached a new benchmark with Blackpink securing the No. 1 position on Fortune’s inaugural “Most Influential Women” Asia ranking, underscoring the genre’s evolution into a form of diplomatic and cultural power. Who’s in: The Asia list, published on Oct. 8,…
· Ryan General
James Cameron pledges to tell Hiroshima, Nagasaki survivors’ stories
Filmmaker James Cameron says he feels compelled to make a film about the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki due to a promise he made to survivors including Tsutomu Yamaguchi, who endured both attacks. A promise
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh says inability to have kids is her ‘biggest sadness’
Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh recently described her inability to have children as “the biggest sadness” in her life in a candid interview with The Times. Yeoh, 62, shared her journey of stepping away from a thriving career in the late 1980s to focus on family with…
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh reveals she didn’t know what ‘Wicked’ was when Jon M. Chu asked her to star in it
Michelle Yeoh was clueless about “Wicked” when director Jon M. Chu first approached her about it. What she’s saying: Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter at the film’s Los Angeles premiere at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion on Saturday, Yeoh, 62, confessed that she had no clue what…
· Bryan Ke
Star Trek unveils character cards for ‘Star Trek: Section 31’ members
Star Trek has pulled the veil on character cards for the “rogue and scoundrel” members of “Section 31,” the black-ops division of Starfleet getting the cinema treatment starring Michelle Yeoh. The cards showcase six of the seven known Section 31 members, with the exception of…
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh’s ‘Star Trek: Section 31’ finally gets a release date
The much-awaited “Star Trek: Section 31” has received a release date on Paramount Plus. Appearing at a “Star Trek” panel at New York Comic Con on Saturday, Michelle Yeoh is set to reprise her role as Terran Emperor Philippa Georgiou in the direct-to-streaming movie, which began…
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh won’t be in James Cameron’s ‘Avatar’ anytime soon
James Cameron revealed that it may take a few more years before fans see Michelle Yeoh in the “Avatar” franchise. The confirmation follows a misunderstanding in late producer Jon Landau’s Instagram post in 2021, when Yeoh visited the “Avatar: Fire and Ash” set and sparked…
· Ryan General
Martial arts film world mourns death of legendary Hong Kong director Corey Yuen
Corey Yuen, the legendary action star, choreographer and film director, died in 2022 due to complications from COVID-19. His death was kept private at his family’s request until it was recently revealed by Jackie Chan in a Weibo post. Yuen’s six-decade career left an undeniable…
· Carl Samson
Michelle Yeoh champions displaced athletes at Paris Olympics
Academy Award winner Michelle Yeoh is representing displaced athletes as part of the Refugee Olympic Team at the 2024 Paris Olympics. In an Instagram video, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) member introduced the team and encouraged global support. “They have fought…
· Carl Samson
How East West Bank bridged opportunities for Asian American success
Fifty years ago, East West Bank opened its doors in Los Angeles with a mission to serve the often-overlooked Chinese American community. Founded as a haven against discrimination, it has since grown into a bridge of opportunities, connecting diverse cultures and fostering mutual…
· Bryan Ke
Universal Studios drops official trailer for Jon M. Chu’s ‘Wicked’
Fans have been thrilled since Universal Studios released the first full trailer for Jon M. Chu’s highly anticipated “Wicked.” Key points:
· Carl Samson
Watch: Jon M. Chu reveals how Glinda, Elphaba were cast in ‘Wicked’
Universal Pictures has released a behind-the-scenes featurette for “Wicked,” offering fans a glimpse into the making of the beloved Broadway musical’s highly anticipated film adaptation. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh will star in Prime Video’s ‘Blade Runner 2099’ sequel series
Award-winning actor Michelle Yeoh has been cast in Amazon’s upcoming series “Blade Runner 2099.” Key points:
· Ryan General
Asian stars shine on the Met Gala 2024 red carpet
Asian stars brought their fashion A-game to the Met Gala red carpet on Monday at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Key details:
· Bryan Ke
Biden awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Michelle Yeoh
Oscar-winning actor Michelle Yeoh was among the recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest honor the president can give to civilians in the United States, last week. Key points:
· Ryan General
Sammo Hung reflects on Donnie Yen, Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan
Martial arts film icon Sammo Hung recently shared insights on fellow industry giants in an interview with the South China Morning Post. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Michelle Yeoh teases upcoming ‘Wicked’ in striking blue suit at CinemaCon
Michelle Yeoh made a striking appearance in a vibrant blue suit at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, giving a preview of her character from the upcoming film adaptation of “Wicked.” Key points:
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