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Saturday, August 16, 2008

Gambar Terbaru Norkhiriah Pelakon Drama Pepaya

Semalam, jam 12.45 tengahari bertempat di Theatrette, Sri Pentas Bandar Utama telah diadakan Sesi Pra Tonton Drama Slot Aksi Pepaya. Antara pelakon yang hadir ialah Norkhiriah. Ini adalah kali pertama Budiey bertemu dengan Norkhiriah dan berpeluang mengambil beberapa scene menarik. Norkhiriah ternyata begitu senang dan mesra dengan kamera. Boleh tahan jugak dia bergaya. Memang cantik dan eksotik!

Budiey tidak lupa untuk mengingatkan Norkhiriah yang pada hari ini adalah hari jadi kawannya yang turut berlakon dalam drama Sindarella dan beberapa drama arahan Ezad iaitu, Isma Yusoof.

Ouuh, kepada Isma, Selamat Hari Jadi ya… semoga karier kamu di bidang lakonan akan terus berkembang dan bakatmu terus mekar.



Gambar Peserta Pertandingan Akhir Bintang Klasik Nasional 2008


MOHD AZWAN DAN SABIHAH UNGGULI PERTANDINGAN AKHIR BINTANG KLASIK NASIONAL 2008

Usaha pihak Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) menganjurkan Pertandingan Akhir Bintang Klasik Nasional 2008 (BKN) ternyata menyumbang sesuatu dalam memastikan khazanah lagu-lagu klasik terus dihargai dan tersemat utuh di hati sanubari masyarakat Malaysia terutama melibatkan golongan remaja yang sepatutnya menggalas tanggungjawab memelihara lagu-lagu sebegini supaya tidak luput ditelan zaman.

Buktinya menerusi BKN yang berlangsung malam 10 Ogos 2008 lalu menyaksikan keunggulan dua peserta remaja yang sememangnya berbakat dinobatkan juara Kategori Lelaki, Mohd Azwan Shahdi Mohd Jalaludin manakala Kategori Wanita pula berpihak kepada Sabihah Abdul Wahid yang masing-masing membawa pulang wang tunai RM10,000 beserta hadiah dan baucer bernilai RM15,000.


Mohd Azwan Shahdi Mohd Jalaludin tampil dengan persembahan mantap mendendangkan lagu Asmara Dewi sementara Sabihah Abdul Wahid pula bertuah kerana pilihan lagu Senyuman Tak Berbalas dendangan asal Biduanita Negara, Allahyarham Puan Sri Saloma berjaya menambat hati juri sekaligus menghampakan harapan peserta lain bergelar juara.

Siaran langsung yang disiarkan di kaca televisyen melalui saluran RTM1 dan juga ke udara menerusi stesen radio rasminya, Klasik Nasional ini turut menyaksikan Naib Juara kedua-dua ketegori menjadi milik Mohd Alif Kadim dan Nurlida Abd. Rahman yang memenangi RM5,000, hadiah juga baucer bernilai RM7,000. Sementara tempat ketiga pula milik Mohd Safar Shah Alaudin dan peserta termuda, Iffah Izzati Baharudin turut memenangi RM3,000, hadiah selain vaucer bernilai RM5,000.

Selain itu, BKN kali ini mengetengahkan 12 finalis yang layak mara ke pentas akhir menerusi Kategori Lelaki iaitu Saiful Bahri Jamil, Mohd Faizal Rahim Amirshah Yahya. Manakala Kategori Wanita pula menyaksikan penyertaan Nik Nurul Hidayah Nik Mat, Masitah Mohd Airani dan Rafidah Asgali.

Sebelum finalis berentap untuk gelaran juara, sebagai pembuka tirai, penonton disajikan dengan persembahan tarian dari kumpulan Penari Tandak Dance Club yang mengetengahkan konsep “retro” ala barat, seperti tarian ‘twist’ dan ‘swing’ ternyata mampu memberikan satu kelainan kepada BKN tahun ini.

Majlis turut diserikan persembahan mantap artis jemputan seperti penyanyi kecil molek Siti Sarah, Muhaizam (Juara Kategori Lelaki Bintang Klasik Nasional 2007), Hans (dan Bintang RTM) yang terlibat dengan persembahan pembukaan. Sedondon dengan tema ‘Klasik’ pada malam itu, persembahan pembukaan ketiga-tiga artis ini diiringi muzik dari orkestra RTM dengan mendendangan lagu-lagu hits zaman 60’an dan 50’an.

Pertandingan kali ini dimeriahkan lagi dengan kolaburasi dua pengacara Dia Fadilla yang bergandingan dengan DJ Klasik Nasional, Sofia yang dilihat cukup serasi dan tidak kekok di pentas. Pastinya kemunculan DJ Sofia pilihan terbaik dalam usaha memperkenalkan DJ stesen radio RTM ini yang selama ini hanya kedengaran dicorong radio sahaja.

Tidak lupa juga segmen yang bertemakan Sama Tapi Tak Serupa yang mencuit hati penonton dan pendengar kerana artis jemputannya hampir sama dengan penyanyi asal kepada lagu yang bakal mereka bawa…tetapi tidak serupa! Dimulakan dengan kemunculan bersahaja Musly Ramli. Musly Ramli yang tidak asing lagi dalam dunia teater tanah air juga seorang “impressionist” bintang lagenda, Allahyarham Tan Sri P. Ramlee. Malah pernah muncul memegang watak sebagai seniman agung itu dalam pertunjukkan teater P. Ramlee The Musical di Istana Budaya tidak lama dahulu.

Sama Tapi Tak Serupa juga menarik tumpuan penonton buat pertama kalinya menyaksikan penampilan Abdul Razak (impressionist Loga Alleycats) atau Raz Alleycats dengan persembahan dua lagu popular Alleycats, Nota Terakhir dan Jika Kau Bercinta Lagi. Sementara Kenny Lee (impressionist Sudirman Hj Arshad) menghiburkan penonton dengan lagu hit Dikaulah Kekasih oleh Allahyarham Sudirman Hj Arshad.

Paling menarik tumpuan pastinya detik sebelum pengumuman pemenang kerana penonton buat julung-julung kalinya berpeluang menyaksikan persembahan penghargaan kepada penyanyi era 60’an dan 70’an, R. Ismail duet bersama penyanyi kecil molek Anis Salwa (Juara Kategori Wanita Bintang Klasik Nasional 2007) yang mendapat tepukan meriah penonton.

Pertandingan malam itu dinilai senarai juri yang sememangnya dikenali dalam industri iaitu melibatkan Syafinaz Selamat, Azmeer, Aishah, Dato’ Ibrahim Bachek, Dato’ Dr. Ahmad Nawab dan Dato’ Mokhzani Ismail. Hadiah turut disampaikan oleh Dato’ Johari Salleh kepada semua pemenang.

Gambar Anak Noorkumalasari

Nama Noorkumalasari mungkin tidak dilupakan oleh peminat seni tanah air walaupun dia tidak lagi aktif dalam dunia lakonan. Pelakon yang pernah memuncak namanya pada suatu ketika dulu, sering menarik perhatian ramai dengan penampilan berbeza dalam karier seninya.

Bahkan, dunia peragawati, bidang yang diceburinya sebelum ke dunia lakonan banyak mempengaruhinya dalam kehidupan dunia artisnya. Noorkumalasari juga terkenal dengan penampilan gaya fesyen yang lain daripada apa yang dibawakan oleh orang lain.

Bagaimanapun, sejak meninggalkan dunia lakonan, gaya fesyen dan personalitinya berubah sama sekali. Kini, Noorkumalasari atau lebih senang dipanggil Noor lebih memberi tumpuan pada keluarga.

Drama Goda Lakonan Sazzy Falak, Lash Mokhtar

ADAKAH ANDA RELA DIGODA?

Ogos ini, 8TV akan membawakan kisah cinta dan kasih sayang yang pastinya tidak akan mengecewakan apabila GODA memulakan siarannya pada 14 Ogos 2008 ini, 9.30 malam.

Adakah anda pernah menaruh perasaan terhadap seorang wanita, namun tidak mampu meluahkannya? Adakah anda akan tergagap-gagap apabila bertentang mata dan cuba untuk berbual dengannya? Jangan risau, kerana “M” akan mengajar anda suatu pelajaran hebat yang pastinya tidak dapat dilupakan : menggoda dan bermain dengan cinta. Dengan 8 episod menarik, pastinya anda akan dibuai dengan kisah-kisah dunia percintaan dan penggodaan.

Pengurus Besar Pengurusan Penjenamaan, Pembangunan Perniagaan, Pemasaran dan Komunikasi 8TV, Lam Swee Kim berkata, “Kami di 8TV sangat berbesar hati membawakan kepada anda, peminat setia kami, siri mini GODA adalah sebuah kisah yang teradun daripada kisah cinta, saspen dan kebijaksanaan, yang pastinya bakal membuat penonton setia 8TV berasa teruja menontonnya. Siri mini ini juga dipenuhi dengan jalan cerita dan plot yang menarik lagi mendebarkan.”

Kata Kim, “Blog merupakan salah satu teknologi yang sedang diguna-pakai masa kini yang kebiasaannya digunakan oleh para remaja dan orang muda, oleh itu penggunaan blog sebagai medium komunikasi di dalam kisah ini pastinya sangat relevan terhadap audiens”.

GODA dengan bangganya dibawakan kepada anda oleh Clear, jenama multinasonal dibawah Unilever, satu nama yang mengutamakan nutrisi, kebersihan dan barangan penjagaan diri di dalam produk mereka. Clear merupakan satu jenama yang bukan sahaja memberikan kepuasaan terhadap penggunanya malah mencipta produk yang akan membuatkan pengguna berasa jelita, kelihatan jelita dan kelihatan yakin.


Mr. David Lim, Pengarah Pemasaran Malaysia dan Singapura, memberikan pendapatnya mengenai penglibatan mereka di dalam siri mini ini, “Clear memahami dilema yang dialami para remaja, dan ingin ditekankan bahawa pentingnya menjadi diri sendiri disamping mempunyai keyakinan diri. Kolabrasi menarik ini adalah untuk menjadi medan dalam memberi pengetahuan am kepada orang muda masa kini bahawa pentingnya mempunyai keyakinan diri di dalam persekitaran sekarang. Fokus utama di dalam kolabrasi ini juga adalah untuk menyampaikan pesanan kepada para remaja bahawa pentingnya merebut peluang yang sedia ada di depan mata.”

GODA kisah mengenai “sifu cinta” yang lebih dikenali sebagai ‘M’ di mana di dalam blognya, dan dia juga yang memiliki rancangan talk show nya sendiri di radio, ‘M’ memberikan nasihat-nasihat untuk yang memiliki masalah cinta dan juga kepada para jejaka yang cuba untuk mendapatkan gadis yang diidam-idamkan.

Burhan, seorang eksekutif pemasaran yang sangat kekok dalam menggoda wanita kerana mempunyai perasaan rendah diri telah meminta pertolongan ‘M’. Burhan menaruh perasaan terhadap pengurus yang baru ditukarkan ke tempat kerjanya, Adela dan ‘M’ sendiri tahu yang dia mempunyai tugas besar dalam menyelesaikan masalah tersebut.

Adela yang merupakan anak tunggal kepada Datuk Razak, pengarah tempat Burhan bekerja. Adela seorang wanita jelita lagi kaya-raya dan hanya tahu menggunakan lelaki sebagai tempatnya bersenang-lenang kerana dia juga tahu yang lelaki-lelaki ini hanyalah untuk mengambil kesempatan untuk mendapat tempat di empayar ayahnya. Adela juga seorang wanita yang mempunyai cita rasa tinggi yang Burhan tahu dia tidak mampu untuk menggapainya.

Sementara itu, Sanya yang merupakan seorang wartawan yang bekerja untuk sebuah akhbar tabloid yang mahukan dirinya diambil serius didalam kerjayanya telah berhenti menulis mengenai kisah gossip panas para selebriti. Dia yang terjumpa dengan blog ‘M’ telah mengambil salah satu artikelnya lalu menunjukkan kepada editor untuk membongkar identiti sebenar ‘M’ – adakah dia benar seorang pakar dalam percintaan atau hanyalah seorang penipu? Editor Sanya memberikan persetujuan namun ianya menimbulkan huru-hara apabila dianggap hanya memberikan gimik kepada akhbar tabloid tempatnya bekerja. Sanya juga berasakan tidak selesa kerana dia mula bercerita mengenai masalah kisah cintanya terhadap M.

“Setiap episod siri mini ini juga memaparkan mengenai masalah-masalah yang berlainan di mana lelaki-lelaki normal meminta nasihat dan pertolongan M untuk menyelesaikan masalah dan dilema mereka,” kata Penerbit Ekskutif, Lina Tan. “Walaupun mempunyai tajuk cerita yang sangat menggoda, namun kisah mini GODA siri ini adalah pemahaman mengenai jantina yang berlainan.”

GODA dibintangi oleh Sazzy Falak sebagai Sanya dan menampilkan Lash Mokhtar sebagai Burhan serta Dilla Syahirah sebagai Adela dan serta banyak pelakon-pelakon hebat tanah air seperti Radhi Khalid, Dato Rahim Razali, Nas-T, Razif, Nabila Huda, Fahrin Ahmad serta ramai lagi. Diarahkan oleh Bernard Chauly dan skrip dihasilkan oleh pelbagai penulis seperti Rafidah Ahmad, Nizam Zakaria serta ramai lagi.

Siapa si misteri “M”? Adakah Burhan berjaya mengeksperesikan perasaannya terhadap Adela? Adakah Adela juga akan menyintai Burhan? Adakah Sanya berjaya membongkar identiti sebenar “M”?

Untuk mengetahui kesudahan siri mini ini, jangan lupa temujanji anda dengan 8TV untuk menonton GODA bermula 14 Ogos 2008, 9.30 malam. Jangan ketinggalan!


APEK SERIKAN RAKAMAN RANCANGAN KHAS KOMEDI MUZIKAL

APEK SERIKAN RAKAMAN RANCANGAN KHAS KOMEDI MUZIKAL“ SELAMAT HARI RAYA JIRAN TETANGGA” DI AUDITORIUM PERDANA ANGKASAPURI PADA 17 OGOS 2008

Meskipun bulan Ramadan belum menjengah tetapi sebagai melengkapkan tradisinya saban tahun, Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) merakamkan lebih awal program hiburan yang bakal ditayangkan pada Hari Raya Aidilfitri nanti. Ia termasuklah rancangan khas istimewa untuk disiarkan pada hari raya pertama ini, Selamat Hari Raya Jiran Tetangga dirakamkan pada 17 Ogos 2008 (Ahad), jam 08.30 malam bertempat di Auditorium Perdana Angkasapuri.

Selamat Hari Raya Jiran Tetangga menampilkan para barisan komedi dua generasi iaitu lama dan baru melibatkan Saiful Apek, Raja Azura, Nabil, Datuk Aziz Satar, Syarifah Shahira, Norlia Ghani, Angah Raja Lawak, Along Cham, Diana Danielle, Imuda dan Accapan.

Istimewanya, Selamat Hari Raya Jiran Tetangga yang diterbitkan RTM kali ini diserikan dengan lakonan dan nyanyian yang diselangselikan bagi menambahkan kemeriahan Hari Raya Aidilfitri yang pastinya mampu menghiburkan segenap lapisan penonton.

Plot cerita yang di ketengahkan Selamat Hari Raya Jiran Tetangga membawakan sebuah kisah berlatarkan dua keluarga berjiran tetapi isteri masing-masing Kak Jah (Raja Azura) dan Kak Odah (Sharifah Shahirah) yang saling bermusuhan.

Sementara suami mereka Salim (Saiful Apek) dan Abdul (Angah) juga anak lelaki mereka Rustam (Nabil) dan Zahid (Along Cham) bersahabat baik tetapi terpaksa merahsiakan persahabatan mereka kerana tidak sanggup dengan kerenah si isteri/ ibu mereka yang suka bergaduh antara satu sama-lain.

Sehingga pada suatu hari, Ayah mertua Kak Jah (Datuk Aziz Satar) dan ibu mertua Kak Odah (Norlia Ghani) datang untuk menyambut ketibaan Aidilfitri di rumah mereka telah jatuh cinta dan saling berusaha dan merancang bersama anak , cucu dan jiran mereka Sunny (Accapan) untuk memulihkan hubungan Kak Jah dan Kak Odah.

Sementara itu Abdul dan Salim sanggup berjanji meninggalkan tabiat buruk mereka yang suka ke kelab dangdut jika berjaya mendamaikan isteri masing-masing. Dalam masa yang sama jiran baru mereka Pak Mut (Imuda) yang mempunyai seorang anak gadis cantik Nana (Diana Danielle) menjadi rebutan antara Zahid dan Rustam.

Siapakah bakal menjadi pilihan Nana? Dan apakah perancangan mereka semua untuk mendamaikan Kak jah dan Kak Odah? Sitcom selama 1 jam 30 minit juga diselitkan dengan selingan lagu-lagu antaranya, Kopi Dangdut, Milik Siapakah Gadis Itu, Pandang-Pandang Jeling-Jeling, Suara Takbir dan banyak lagi.

Kepada anda yang berminat menyaksikan rakaman Selamat Hari Raya Jiran Tetangga, anda dijemput hadir beramai-ramai ke Auditorium Perdana, Angkasapuri pada 17 Ogos 2008, jam 08.30 malam. Tiket-tiket boleh didapati mulai 12 Ogos 2008 di Balai Pengawal Angksapuri secara percuma.

Sekitar Pelancaran Album Single IZ OIAM 2

Pada jam 3 petang semalam, telah berlangsung pelancaran album single pertama IZ OIAM di Bangkok Jazz, Chulan Square, Bukit Bintang.

Walaupun hanya berjaya ke peringkat Top 9 di dalam rancangan realiti terbitan 8TV, One In A Million Musim Kedua (OIAM2) yang baru sahaja tamat 5 bulan lalu, namun Ezuan Sulaini atau IZ tidak menjadikannya satu pematah semangat. Sebaliknya beliau tanpa berlengah masa, terus memperjuangkan minat dan bakatnya di dalam bidang muzik dengan merakamkan single pertama hasil karyanya sendiri yang terdapat di dalam album EP sulungnya.

IZ, 25, telah mempersembahkan pihak media dengan single pertama yang sekaligus merupakan tajuk album EP sulungnya “Gonna Be Alright”, di majlis pelancaran album EP dan majlis apresiasinya yang ditaja oleh Bangkok Jazz. EP ini terdahulu telah dilancarkan secara “online”, tepat jam 8 malam pada 08.08.2008 sebelum ianya dipasarkan secara rasmi bulan ini dibawah edaran Sony BMG Malaysia. IZ juga berkesempatan menyampaikan single kedua beliau yang terbaru menampilkan pelakon terkenal, Nora Danish yang bertajuk “Bersama, Together Featuring Nora Danish”.

“Gonna Be Alright” merupakan balada yang diolah dan diinspirasikan dari pengalaman hidup IZ, penuh dengan mesej positif kepada peminatnya bahawa kegagalan di dalam sesuatu perkara bukanlah bermakna ianya suatu pengakhiran. Single ini telah membuktikan keseriusan dan komitmen tinggi IZ di mana hasilnya boleh dilihat dalam masa hanya lebih kurang 3 minggu untuk disempurnakan, karya terbitan dan tulisan IZ sendiri. Keseluruhan proses rakaman muzik untuk album EP ini dirakamkan di Sydney, Australia manakala vokal IZ pula dirakamkan di Kuala Lumpur. Nick Lee (Pemenang Anugerah Rakaman Album Terbaik AIM15) dari The Ark Studios, Kieran Kuek dari TwoAM Studio KL, dan juga Adam Luck dari ADM Studios Australia telah mengambil langkah yang amat teliti di dalam proses-proses rakaman, dan kerja-kerja “mixing” serta “mastering” untuk album EP ini.

Lagu single “Gonna be Alright” ini sedang hangat dimainkan di stesen-stesen Inggeris tempatan Malaysia (XFresh, Hitz, FlyFM, Traxx, Capital, Red104.9) dan juga di Australia (JOY, Nova FM, Triple J) sejak bulan Mac 2008. Malah lagu ini telah menduduki tempat kedua di carta Campur Chart FlyFM, iaitu sebuah rancangan radio popular yang khusus menampilkan penyanyi berbakat tempatan.

“Saya mendapat inspirasi untuk menulis lagu “Gonna Be Alright” ini sejurus selepas saya tersingkir dari OIAM2. Lagu ini adalah gambaran karektor saya sebagai seorang yang tidak mudah mengaku kalah. Saya harap lagu ini dapat memberi impak positif kepada orang di luar sana supaya tidak memandang kekalahan dan kekecewaan sebagai satu musibah, sebaliknya haruslah diterima dengan sabar, tenang dengan penuh keazaman. Saya ingin mendedikasikan lagu ini kepada peminat dan juga para penyokong saya serta mahu mereka tahu… that I’m Gonna Be Alright!” terang IZ dengan yakin.”

Keyakinan IZ terhadap isi kandungan lirik single pertamanya “Gonna Be Alright”, membuatkan beliau ingin meluaskan lagi penyampaian mesej positif lagunya dengan merakamkan lagu itu di dalam bahasa yang lain dan genre yang berbeza.

Dikenali sebagai seorang yang cekal hati dan berani mengambil risiko, IZ juga merakamkan lagu single “Gonna Be Alright” di dalam bahasa Mandarin yang bertajuk, …… (sebutan; Hui Hao De) bagi menyampaikan mesej yang terkandung khas buat peminat-peminat yang berbangsa Cina. Oleh kerana IZ tidak pernah mempelajari bahasa Mandarin secara formal, beliau telah berlatih dan mendalami bahasa itu agar sebutannya menjadi lebih lancar dengan mendapatkan bimbingan seorang guru bahasa Mandarin.

Misi menyampaikan mesej motivasi ini diteruskan kesinambungannya ke dalam trek nombor tiga melalui sebuah lagi lagu ber’genre’kan “house music”. Disatukan dengan elemen rentak hip-hop di mana ia menampilkan C. Loco dari Poetic Ammo dan bertajuk “Gonna Be Alright Club Mix Feat. C. Loco”. Peminat-peminat bakal dikejutkan dengan percubaan berani IZ yang buat pertama kalinya turut menyanyi rap di dalam lagu ini.

“Dengan lahirnya album EP ini, saya berharap dapat menghilangkan rasa dahaga peminat-peminat dan penyokong saya yang sentiasa menantikan sesuatu yang baru dari saya.

Saya memang gemar bereksperimentasi secara kreatif dengan elemen-elemen muzik disamping menarik perhatian peminat saya dari OIAM2 dan juga penggemar serta pencinta muzik lain diluar sana. Saya ingin membuktikan bahawa perjalanan saya baru sahaja bermula dan pada masa yang sama dipandang serius di dalam dunia muzik tempatan”. Terang IZ yang gemar berinteraksi dan sentiasa bersifat terbuka berkongsi pendapat bersama peminat di laman blog peribadinya.

Album EP ini juga mengandungi single terbaru di dalam bahasa Melayu yang berentak mid-tempo R&B menampilkan pelakon terkenal Nora Danish, bertajuk “Bersama, Together Featuring Nora Danish”. Single kedua ini telah dinyanyikan secara langsung buat pertama kalinya di dalam rancangan Malaysia Hari Ini pada 12 June 2008 yang telah menyaksikan penerimaan yang memberangsangkan dari penonton-penonton rancangan itu. Ini boleh dilihat apabila lagu ini semakin kerap dimainkan di radio-radio berbahasa
Melayu bukan sahaja di Malaysia malah di Singapura (Ria897FM). Strategi IZ untuk menarik minat pasaran lagu Melayu semakin berhasil dan terbukti berkesan apabila lagunya ini sudah pun berada di dalam senarai Top 10 Carta20 MuzikFM dalam masa kurang dari sebulan. Juri OIAM2, Syafinaz Selamat, menyokong hasrat IZ untuk meneruskan perjuangan dan minat mendalamnya untuk menjadi seorang penghibur.

“Saya pasti IZ akan membawa satu perubahan baru yang lebih segar di dalam industri muzik tempatan dengan imej serta vokalnya yang unik. Sebagai juri OIAM2, kami ingin memberikan pendedahan kepada finalis-finalis tentang cabaran yang bakal dihadapi mereka jika mereka berhasrat untuk pergi jauh di dalam bidang ini kelak. Semasa penglibatan IZ di dalam OIAM2, beliau membuktikan bahawa beliau tidak gentar apabila berada di bawah tekanan dan ketika dilanda kontroversi, malah ini menaikkan lagi semangatnya untuk berjaya. Pelancaran album EP ini membuktikan kebangkitan IZ untuk kembali secara serius dan lebih lantang setelah disingkirkan daripada Top 9 OIAM2. Ini adalah satu perkembangan yang positif”, kata Syafinaz.

Keazaman IZ tidak berhenti di sini sahaja, beliau sudah pun memulakan proses-proses penulisan, dan kerja-kerja rakaman untuk album penuh beliau yang akan menampilkan kolaborasi bersama para pemuzik tempatan dan antarabangsa. Ianya bakal dipasarkan pada tahun 2009.

Promosi bergerak bagi album EP sulung IZ “Gonna Be Alright/……” ini dirancang akan dijalankan di seluruh Malaysia pada bulan ini.

Kepada peminat IZ diluar sana, jangan lupa untuk mendapatkan album EP sulung dari IZ yang bertajuk “Gonna Be Alright/……” yang boleh didapati di semua kedai-kedai muzik di seluruh Malaysia dibawah edaran Sony BMG Malaysia. EP ini juga boleh dimuat turun secara digital dari laman web guamuzik.com.my atau melalui laman WAP SonyBMG yang boleh diakses melalui telefon bimbit dengan menaip MUSIC dan hantar ke 33138.

Gambar Julia Ziegler di Sidang Media Drama Ampang Medikal


Petang tadi, Budiey ada menghadiri sidang media Drama Ampang Medikal di Hotel Crowne Plaza Mutiara Kuala Lumpur. Ramai pelakon yang menjayakan drama 13 episod ini datang siap lengkap bersama dengan pakaian seragam mereka. Antaranya, Rusdiana Rusdi, Julia Ziegler, Nur Aliah Lee, Azhar Sulaiman dan ramai lagi.

Nantikan Drama Ampang Medikal di NTV7, setiap Khamis, jam 8.30 malam hingga 9.30 malam mulai 21 Ogos ini.

Tuesday, August 12, 2008

In celebrity legal news, Anne Hathaway’s private diaries were confiscated by the FBI earlier this week.

The Devil Wears Prada cutie’s diaries were taken as a part of an ongoing investigation of wire fraud, conspiracy and money laundering against her ex boyfriend Raffaello Follieri.

Press reports say personal photos of the couple, along with other documents and items including a Tiffany clock and an antique Bible, were also taken by the FBI.

According to the United States Attorney’s Office, Follieri misappropriated “hundreds of thousands of dollars in investor money to live a luxurious lifestyle, including expensive restaurants and clothes; dog walking services; an apartment in Manhattan that leased for approximately $37,000 per month; medical expenses for his girlfriend at the time and his parents, including a ‘house call’ by Follieri’s physician, which cost $30,000.”

Follieri was previously arrested in April for allegedly writing a $215,000 bad check.

Miss Hathaway broke it off with Follieri just days before he was arrested at the end of June. She has not been implicated in any of his alleged crimes.

Dannielynn: Sole Heir of Anna Nicole’s Estate

Baby Dannielynn has been named the sole heir to the late Anna Nicole Smith’s estate, a Los Angeles judge ruled in court proceedings held earlier today (March 4).

According to press reports, “In court papers filed in Superior Court Oct. 18, 2007, Howard K. Stern, the executor of Smith’s estate, sought to clarify Smith’s intentions in her July 2001 will, drafted five years before Dannielynn Hope’s September 2006 birth.”

“We and Mr. Stern always believed that Anna Nicole never intended to disinherit her daughter,”’ Stern’s lawyer, Bruce S. Ross, said following the hearing. “I’m pleased to say this chapter in the saga is closed.”

Depending on what happens with Smith’s late husband/oil tycoon J. Howard Marshall’s estate, which is still tied up in litigation in the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, Dannielynn could end up inheriting millions.

Reports add that the “judge also established a trust on the 18-month-old’s behalf, with Stern and Dannielynn’s father, Larry Birkhead, acting as co-trustees.”

This Is Commitment!

First things first….

This picture brings the lols!

Katie Holmes TOWERS over husband Tom Cruise.

The actress flew home for the day from New York City, where she's rehearsing her Broadway play, to be with her man on Monday in Los Angeles.

Cruise and Holmes hit up the premiere of the controversial new film, Tropic Thunder, in which Tommy boy has a featured cameo.

And, as they are prone to do, TomKat spent a substantial chunk of time posing with fans.

Everybody loves a good freak show!

No Wedding For Anna Kournikova

She’s been on the celebrity radar ever since she started dating Latino crooner Enrique Iglesias. But Anna Kournikova says there won’t be a high-profile wedding in her future.

The Russian tennis babe told press, “I’m never getting married. Everything is good,” when she was asked if she’d be following fellow tennis star Andy Roddick to the altar.

Kournikova participated in the First Annual Nautica South Beach Triathalon recently, representing the St. Jude’s Children’s Hosptial. And she’s in such good shape, the events were relatively easy for her.

“I just did the four-mile run. But I just was really doing my normal exercise that I normally do ... I exercise about an hour a day. I love the feeling of sweating. I’ve been exercising my whole life so I really love it.”

As for dieting, Anna says ‘No thanks.’ “I don’t like restricting certain groups or certain types of food. I think everything in moderation is really the best way to go. I try to eat as healthy as I can, which is not always possible. You know, I have my Burger King and McDonalds days, too.”

Hollywood Life Magazine Honors Young Hollywood

The Avalon in Los Angeles, California was the place to be yesterday as Hollywood Life magazine honored the hottest young superstars at their 10th Annual Young Hollywood Awards.

And there was plenty of red carpet action from the likes of Taylor Swift, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Anna Faris, and Christine Lakin.

Country megastar Taylor Swift (who won the Superstar of Tomorrow award) showed off her natural beauty in a lilac-colored sleeveless dress with a pair of strappy silver shoes.

And “Entourage” hottie Emmanuelle Chriqui went for the ‘80s retro look, sporting a lime green dress along with some chunky jewelry and a pair of peep-toe heels.

But when it came to sex appeal, Anna Faris definitely had the corner on the market. She wore a sexy strapless black dress with a pair of very fashion-forward shoes and a big smile.

Amy Winehouse: Released from Hospital

It was a scary scene outside of Amy Winehouse’s Camden London home yesterday, as paramedics rushed her to a nearby hospital emergency room. And twelve hours later, she’s been released.

The troubled singer was transported via ambulance to University College Hospital last night (July 28) following an apparent seizure believed to be caused by some new sobriety medication.

Her rep, Chris Goodman, told press, “Amy is fine and she is on her way home. She was taking a new [medication] as part of her anti-drug treatment program. And it was an adverse reaction to that new drug. You have to try different things but unfortunately this was not the right one.”

Goodman also commented that the “Rehab” songstress will be taking it easy for the next few months. “She has a few gigs to perform. After [playing a few summer] festivals, she is going to continue writing her new album. It will be rest and writing.”

Amy Smart Fights Mullet Man, Loses Top

Looking a little bit beat up herself, tough girl Amy Smart was busy wreaking havoc on a mullet headed man while filming scenes on the Los Angeles set of “Crank 2: High Voltage” on Thursday (May 1).

And while we’re not sure whether or not any nudity’s planned for the theatrical release, Amy’s wild flailing led to a brief “Oops” moment after her shoulder straps fell out of place.

As for “Crank 2”, the film is about “a man named Chelios who faces a Chinese mobster who has stolen his nearly indestructible heart and replaced it with a battery-powered ticker that requires regular jolts of electricity to keep working.”

The film is written and directed by Brian Taylor and Mark Neveldine, co-starring Jason Statham and Bai Ling.

Amy Adams is Getting Married!

“Enchanted” actress Amy Adams has happily announced her engagement to actor boyfriend Darren Legallo – as the couple are said to be tying the knot sometime next year.

The two met in an acting class seven years ago and Legallo is said to have popped the question with a diamond by French jewelry designer Jean Dousset of Beverly Hills.

“It’s really important to have someone to remind you who you are,” Adams told press. “I’ll run all over but come back to him, and I know who I am.”

“My boyfriend definitely altered my path,” Amy added. “He’s the most generous person I know.”

Blake Lively Hits Up Good Morning America


With her sure-to-be-a-hit sequel “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2” hitting theatres this Wednesday, Blake Lively is hot on the promotional trail.

Taking a break from her duties on the Gossip Girl set, the blonde babe was spotted in Times Square for an appearance on Good Morning America, along with co-stars America Ferrera, Amber Tamblyn, and Alexis Bledel.

And Miss Lively looked summertime chic in a sleeveless white top with a pair of vintage-style jeans and some funky peep-toe heels.

“The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” marks the second feature film in which Blake stars alongside her father Ernie Lively, who, interestingly enough, plays her father.

Amanda Seyfried Does “Mamma Mia” in Berlin


Accompanied by co-star Meryl Streep, up-and-coming actress Amanda Seyfried attended a photocall for her new movie “Mamma Mia” in Berlin on Thursday (July 3).

Seyfried’s new flick tells the “story of a bride-to-be trying to find her real father told using hit songs by the popular ‘70s group ABBA.”

Alongside Amanda, a 22-year-old Pennsylvania native, and Meryl, the film also stars Hollywood hunks Pierce Brosnan and Colin Firth.

And for all of you “Mamma Mia!” fans chomping at the bit, you don’t have long to wait. The film hits theaters nationwide July 18th.


She’s on movie screens nationwide these days in her latest hit film “The X Files: I Want to Believe.” And yesterday (August 4), the folks over at LAX International Airport got a quick glimpse of Amanda Peet in person.

The “Igby Goes Down” hottie made her way through the terminal, flashing a smile and looking cute and casual in a grey hooded pullover overtop a white t-shirt with cuffed jeans and some sexy spectacles.


And now that she’s landed in New York City, Amanda is doing her part to help out the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Every Child By Two organization by lending her celebrity voice to a campaign urging parents to get their babies vaccinated against preventable diseases.

With a press conference scheduled for later today, Amanda recently said of her decision to help out: “When I was pregnant with my daughter Frankie, I had all kinds of questions, including ones about immunization. There is a wealth of misinformation about vaccines out there, particularly in Hollywood.”

“My husband and I took the time to speak to several doctors about our concerns. What became clear to us was that delaying vaccines could jeopardize our baby’s life. I have teamed up with Every Child By Two to help parents get the facts straight on this very important issue.”

Peet concluded, “My main message to parents is that they should not be taking medical advice from me or any other celebrity. They should look to their pediatrician, the AAP and other experts.”

Amanda Bynes Celebrates Sister’s Wedding


Not quite ready to tie the knot herself, Amanda Bynes looked more than content playing the role of bridesmaid during a Saturday afternoon (July 26) ceremony in Simi Valley, California.

Celebrating her big sister Jillian’s nuptials, the 22-year-old “Hairspray” actress looked lovely in a flowing gown as she followed her sis down the aisle with two bouquets of flowers in-hand.

After the ceremony, Amanda made a point to make sure that her sister didn’t have any food stuck in her teeth as the two readied for what was surely a grand reception.

As for her career, you can see Amanda back in action on TV this October alongside Harry Connick Jr. and Angie Harmon on the new show “Living Proof”.

The Dan Ireland directed drama tells the story of “a doctor who devotes his life’s work to finding a cure for breast cancer.”


With numerous legal affairs on her plate, Britney Spears took a break from it all by going back to her usual weekend routine.

The troubled pop tart started off her Saturday with a trip to the local tanning salon. Followed by a horde of paparazzi, the Gimme More singer, who was accompanied by Alli Sims, then made her way to the GAP.

There to pick up winter clothes for the boys, Brit and Alli joked around with some fellow shoppers before making a break for the exit.

From there, it was off to a nearby Starbucks, where the media swarmed the store as the two girls ordered up iced blended frappuccinos before driving to their final destination, the Four Seasons hotel.

With days like this, it comes as no surprise that Britney’s recently released financial records tell that she spends a whopping $1,036,764 a year.

Alison Carroll is the New Lara Croft


With Angelina Jolie tending to her ever-growing brood of children, a new woman has stepped into the role of Lara Croft - British gymnast Alison Carroll.

Earlier today (August 11), Alison appeared before the media for the first time during a press conference at Pineapple Studios in London, England.

For the new Tomb Raider game, slated for a November release, Carroll will be the face of Croft, joining the long list of ladies who have held the title, such as Karima Adebibe, Lucy Clarkson, Jill de Jong, Lara Weller, Nell McAndrew, Rhona Mitra, Ellen Rocche and Vanessa Demouy.

The 23-year-old brunette babe is definitely fit for the part, with a stunning combination of beauty and athletic ability. She’s won multiple first place trophies in regional and national competitions and, well, she’s hot!

Stars Flock to Pineapple Express Premiere


It’s one of the most highly anticipated stoner films since “Dazed and Confused” or “Half-Baked.” And last night “Pineapple Express” (scheduled to hit theaters August 6th) premiered to a star-studded audience in Los Angeles.

The Mann Village Theatre was brimming over with beautiful people as stars like James Franco, Alicia Silverstone, Jenny McCarthy, and Amanda Peet all made red carpet appearances.

“Pineapple” star James Franco arrived looking dashing in a black suit with a black button-up shirt and shiny black leather shoes. Though, at one point it looked like he needed a belt as he struggled to keep his pants from falling down.

Turning heads in a sleeveless black dress with black strappy heels was Jenny McCarthy who looked to be thoroughly enjoying herself amidst all the festivities.

Also in the house was Amanda Peet, doing her own unique thing in a low-cut grey blouse underneath a striped button-up teamed with a pair of cuffed jeans.

And Alicia Silverstone looked stellar in an off-shoulder light grey top with dark grey trousers and a pair of tied-up grey heels.

NBC All-Star Party Draws A-List Crowd


The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California was brimming over with hot celebrities as the NBC Universal 2008 Press Tour All-Star Party got underway yesterday (July 20).

Heroes hottie Hayden Panettiere made a grand entrance, turning heads in a snug-fitting pink dress along with a pair of shiny gold heels and her hair pulled back.

Meanwhile, Tori Spelling (who recently announced her return to 90210) was getting plenty of attention herself, rocking a black cleavage-baring spaghetti strap dress with a curly ‘do and some cute black high heels.

And Bar Refaeli did her understatedly gorgeous thing in a knee-length sleeveless black dress with matching shoes and a long cascading coif.

Other Hollywood star power in the house included Friday Night Lights babe Minka Kelly, as well as Debra Messing, Selma Blair, and Ali Larter.

Alex Rodriguez Speaks Out On Divorce


Divorce is never pleasant, especially if there are children involved. And after keeping quiet for nearly four weeks, New York Yankees all-star Alex Rodriguez is finally speaking up and responding to his wife’s demand for divorce.

In the documents filed on July 7th by Cynthia Rodriguez, the Yankee slugger’s wife and the mother of his two children, claimed “emotional abandonment.”

Cynthia asked to keep their $12 million Coral Gables mansion and to receive a cut of the earnings that he made throughout the duration of their marriage. Although Madonna was not mentioned in the filing, Cynthia’s attorney says that her husband’s relationship with the singer was “an affair of the heart” and “the last straw.”

A-Rod admitted that their marriage is “irretrievably broken.” He pointed out that Florida is a no fault state and he criticized his wife for bringing up “immaterial and impertinent” issues like his alleged “extra marital affairs and other marital misconduct.”

He also argued that the divorce settlement should be settled by the prenup that Cynthia signed a month before their wedding in 2002. According to the document, Cynthia signed the prenup “with the assistance of counsel of her own choosing, freely and voluntarily ... and with full and complete financial disclosure of husband’s income, assets and liabilities.”

As for their two children (Natasha 3 & Ella 3 months), Rodriquez acknowledges that he should pay child support and he asked the court to determine a fair amount. He requested that the couple share parental responsibility for their daughter’s “wealth, health, education and religious upbringing.”

Rodriguez also admitted that Cynthia is a “loving and nurturing mother” and he suggested the two work out a time to discuss the custody schedule without the courts intervention.

A-Rod’s attorneys said: “The husband requests that both parties are designated as ‘co-residential’ parents, realizing that the children are likely to spend more time with wife given the realities of husband’s professional life.”

Alessandra Ambrosio is Preggers and Proud


While some women prefer to wear baby bump-minimizing attire during their pregnancy, Alessandra Ambrosio is proud to show off her growing midsection.

The Victoria’s Secret knockout was spotted on Melrose Avenue yesterday having lunch at the Urth Cafรฉ and looking stunning.

She sported a big and bright yellow maternity dress along with a chic green scarf and a pair of shades as she carried her Green Tea blended drink. A witness reported that she had a big juicy burger for lunch… how’s that for eating for two!?

Over the weekend, Miss Ambrosio checked out the Kari Feinstein MTV Movie Awards Style Lounge, peeping some pampering products and having a ball.

Adriana Lima Hits Miami


With her in-demand modeling career continuing to rise, Adriana Lima finds herself in a new city practically every week. And yesterday she arrived at the Miami International Airport in Miami, Florida.

The beautiful Brazilian babe looked comfy as she made her way through the terminal, sporting a matching pink terrycloth track jacket and track pants along with a grey t-shirt and a massive scarf.

She’s in town to fulfill her promotional duties for the re-launch of the BioFit Uplift bra collection at the Adventura Mall. And with her sex appeal, they’re sure to sell like hotcakes.

During a recent appearance for the BioFit bra, Adriana made the point that more than anything, women need self-confidence to feel sexy. “I think women can be beautiful anywhere as long as they’re confident.”

Adrian Grenier: Popular With the Ladies


Everywhere he goes, the ladies seem to follow. And yesterday (August 10), Adrian Grenier had his hands full with a bevy of beauties.

The “Entourage” stud was spotted with a mystery woman enjoying the beautiful weather on the beach in Malibu, splashing and wrestling in the ocean.

And he looked hot in a pair of black board shorts, while his gal pal kept his attention in a steamy strapless two-piece bikini.

Later on, Mr. Grenier was on his way out to dinner at Nobu in Malibu with three fine females by his side, and a big smile on his face sporting a zip-up hoodie jacket, jeans, and sneakers.

Adam Sandler and Wife: Adding to the Family


With all of the celebrity baby fever going around Hollywood, it seems Adam Sandler may have caught its latest strain- he recently announced that he is expecting his second child.

Last night, on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, the “Waterboy” actor reported that he and his wife Jackie have another bun in the oven. They already have a two-year-old named Sadie.


Sandler also said that he’s trying to be a supportive husband through the process (Jackie is 3-and-a-half months along), given the fact that his wife has been suffering with severe morning sickness.

“In the beginning, I would rub her back and go, ‘It’s worth it. We’re going to have another beautiful baby, I love you, thanks for doing this.’”

As far as fatherhood thus far, the “Wedding Singer” stud explained that he’s had his fare share of surprises. “You know what is surprising? That the kid looks through me. The kid… there’s no focus… Every time I think the kid likes me I’m like, ‘Oh, she’s staring at my forehead right now.’”

Ryan Phillippe and Abbie Cornish’s Vegas Getaway


In Las Vegas to celebrate her 26th birthday, Abbie Cornish and boyfriend Ryan Phillippe have been living it up during their Sin City getaway.

The cute couple were spotted out earlier today (August 8), sipping on drinks and chatting by the poolside at the exclusive Tao Beach at The Venetian hotel.

According to People magazine reports, the twosome showed up in Vegas late Wednesday night, settling into a one-bedroom suite at The Palazzo Resort Hotel Casino.

On Thursday (Abbie’s actual birthday), the two enjoyed a day of poolside sushi and spa time before taking in Cirque Du Soleil’s O at Bellagio.

After leaving Bellagio, Phillippe took his lady out for a romantic dinner at Tao Las Vegas and a night of drinking and dancing VIP style at Tao’s nightclub.

Aaron Carter Jailed For Drug Possession


While his older brother was busy entertaining fans in Australia, former child star Aaron Carter was spending a night behind bars after being caught with more than two ounces of marijuana.

According to press reports, “The younger brother of Backstreet Boys singer Nick was pulled over last night for speeding by cops in Kimble County, Texas.”

Upon being pulled over, Carter’s vehicle was searched by the troopers, who, soon enough, found the drugs stashed away inside.

The 20-year-old former flame of Hilary Duff was being held overnight in jail and is due to be arraigned in front of a judge on Friday (February 22).

Carrie Underwood Teams Up with 50 Cent


A little over a week ago, the people over at VitaminWater merged country with hip-hop - teaming former American Idol winner Carrie Underwood with rap superstar 50 Cent for a brand new ad campaign.

The two joked around while filming athletic sequences including a boxing routine at the Ironbound Recreation Center in Newark, New Jersey.

Meanwhile, Carrie has found herself to be a hot tabloid topic since her recent split from Gossip Girl star Chace Crawford - and she offered a short remark about her status while attending this past weekend’s CMT Music Awards.

“I am single and happy,” Underwood told Access Hollywood reporters, adding, “Things are really busy right now. I am out on the road with Keith Urban for a few more days.”

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt Debut Twins


For everyone who has been patiently waiting to catch a glimpse of the famed Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie newborn twins, the moment has finally arrived.

In an exclusive photo session/interview (which cost them $14 million), People magazine has the very first pictures of Knox Leon and Vivienne Marcheline and they couldn’t be cuter.

The “Wanted” actress revealed how things are going in her even-fuller house these days. “It is chaos, but we are managing it and having a wonderful time.”

She added that her other two daughters are already showing their maternal instincts. “[Shiloh] and Z pick out [the twins’] clothes and help change and hold them. It’s sweet – they are little mommies.”

As for who looks like whom, Brad gushed, “Viv is proving to resemble Ange in spirit, attitude and physicality… And Knox, he’s a bit of me.”

Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz Team Up For FNMTV


Teaming up for MTV, Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz were on-hand as hosts at a live taping of FNMTV at Ren-Mar Studios in Hollywood on Friday (August 1).

The expecting parents mingled backstage with the night’s performer, Miley Cyrus, before heading out and introducing the “Hannah Montana” starlet to the crowd.

Meanwhile, in related news, recent rumors tell that Ashlee and Pete are already making plans to bring their yet-to-be-born child on tour with them.

When asked about their plans, Pete didn’t go as far as offering up confirmation, but did tell In Touch magazine: “I think it would be a really awesome environment for kids. Bringing a kid along would be cool.”

As previously reported by Gossip Girls, the “Outta My Head” singer and her Fall Out Boy hubby’s baby is due to arrive on Halloween (October 31).

Alicia Keys: Doing it for the Kids


Part of being an uber-successful celebrity is giving back to the less fortunate. And Alicia Keys was spotted in London last night hamming it up at her charity benefit.

The “Fallin” singer brought her half-brother Cole as her date to the Alicia Keys Keep a Child Alive Black Ball held at St. John’s Smith Square.

And she looked absolutely glamorous in a black dress with a white embroidered plunging neckline that walked the balance beam between sexy and scandalous.

When she’s not raising money for at-risk kids, Alicia is working on getting the gig as singer for the title song for the next James Bond 007 movie “Quantum of Solace.” And according to an insider she’s got the gig. “I believe Alicia is the winner,” said the source.

Sienna Miller: On the Verge of Tears


Unable to shake the trailing paparazzi, Sienna Miller had a rough time of it on Monday as she gassed up her Lexus at a Malibu petrol station.

The Edge Of Love actress appeared to be on the verge of tears as a videographer questioned her about her supposed “homewrecking” affair with Balthazar Getty, with Sienna then driving off to Beverly Hills and pulling into the Police Department’s Emergency Safety Zone.

Meanwhile, as previously reported by Gossip Girls, Sienna is hoping to bring an end to the homewrecker rumors by getting Getty’s soon-to-be-ex-wife Rosetta to release a statement verifying that she and Balthazar were on the outs before he started dating Miller.

An inside source revealed, “Sienna is being portrayed as a femme fatale and fears for her career because Hollywood hates a home wrecker. She hopes Balthazar can get Rosetta to put out a statement saying their marriage was already over. They have already got friends to speak out, saying he was sleeping on their sofas.”

But the source also claims that Balthazar began seeing Sienna long before he broke things off with his wife. “It’s nonsense that the marriage was already over. When Balthazar went away in May, Rosetta thought it was to see his sick mum in Germany. But she now knows that it was to cavort with Sienna in Prague.”

Javier Bardem


exhausted Javier Bardem has bowed out of Rob Marshall’s musical Nine.

Variety
reports that the actor, who would have played the lead role of Guido Contini, loved the project but is too tired coming off a busy year including the awards-season frenzy. Bardem won an Oscar for best supporting actor in the Coen brothers’ No Country for Old Men.

Nine will be the big-screen adaptation of the stage musical that opened on Broadway in 1982. It has starred such famous folk as Antonio Banderas, Raul Julia, Jonathan Pryce, Chita Rivera and John Stamos. The musical itself was inspired by Federico Fellini’s movie 8 1/2.

Marshall’s film boasts Penelope Cruz, Marion Cotillard and Sophia Loren in the cast. Nicole Kidman and Judi Dench have also recently been reported to be in talks.

Variety says that Bardem may take up to a year to recharge his batteries.

Javier personally asked me if we could move production to February, but we just couldn’t do it,” Harvey Weinstein told Variety. “He is an amazing talent and I know we’ll work together in the future very soon.” The Weinstein Company is producing Nine.

Bardem will next be seen in Woody Allen’s Vicky Cristina Barcelona, which will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival this month.

2008 Summer Movie Preview

Summertime is right around the corner and that means the blockbusters are on their way! Get the lowdown on what to watch out for this summer season.

Iron Man
When: May 2
Who: Robert Downey Jr., Terrence Howard, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jeff Bridges; directed by Jon Favreau
What: After a brush with death, billionaire weapons manufacturer Tony Stark (Downey Jr.) transforms into the title evil-fighting superhero, complete with a decked-out high-tech suit of armor.

Brian Says: Director Favreau (Elf), despite not being the clear-cut fanboy favorite, is ready for this gig, thanks to a decade and a half spent in front of and behind the camera working on every kind of movie and budget. But you know who’s waited even longer and is even more primed? Downey Jr. His Hollywood trials and tribulations don’t change the facts--really just one fact: He’s one of the most talented actors out there. And seeing as Tony Stark isn’t as stiff as Bruce Wayne or Peter Parker, the wry Downey Jr. is a great fit. Be not afraid, Comic-Con Nation.

Gambar Julia Ziegler di Festival Filem Malaysia 21


Rekaan Khairi Sufi yang mengaplikasikan ‘one shoulder fashion’ yang rasanya dipopularkan oleh hypermodel Kate Moss. Paris Hilton pun selalu pakai gaya dedah bahu macam ni. Mungkin dah jadi trend untuk 2008, selebriti semakin berani nak tayang bahu begini. Oh! Teringat akan kata seorang pembaca, kalaulah tali yang sebelah tu putus, apa akan jadi ya? Huhu, sendiri mahu ingat lah.

Pastinya bahu dan payudara yang cantik dipertaruhkan untuk tayangan. Bahu yang cantik, payudara yang montok perlu ada untuk gayakan ‘one shoulder fashion’. Kalau setakat, payudara menggelebeh ke bawah, jangan perasan sangat untuk menggayakan busana seseksi ini.

Julia Ziegler, si cantik manis ini memang dah sinonim dengan gaya seksinya.

Kat mengaku rapat dengan Dato'...



Lama menyepi bukan bermakna terus mendiamkan diri tanpa ada apa-apa perancangan. Bagi Kat yang lahir dari program realiti TV ‘Mentor’ dia kini sibuk dalam pembikinan 'single' terbarunya. Lama juga tidak mendengar cerita dari penyanyi bersuara serak basah ini sehinggalah kami terserempak dengan Kat semasa majlis ulangtahun abang iparnya yang juga merupakan penyanyi rock terkenal Amy Search.

Ketika mengulas mengenai perkembangan kariernya Kat menyatakan dia gembira kerana akhirnya dapat mengeluarkan album. “Kat dalam proses pembikinan 'single' yang memuatkan empat buah lagu. Kebanyakan lagu dalam single ini adalah sentuhan dari Edry Hashim.

Bulan Ogos ini Kat akan menjalani penggambaran klip video untuk 'single' kali ini,” ujar Kat. Sempat juga kami merisik siapa jejaka yang Kat bawa semasa ulangtahun Amy itu. Sambil tersenyum manja dia tidak berselindung mengenai kekasih hatinya itu. “Memang itu kekasih hati Kat dan kami suka sama suka. Tapi Kat tidak berani cakap apa-apa kerana kalau sudah jodoh maka akan adalah nanti jemputan dari kami.”

Khabarnya teman hati Kat itu seseorang yang bergelar Dato’? Kata Kat, “Memang Kat tidak nafikan dia ‘somebody’ tetapi biarlah pangkat dia menjadi rahsia dahulu.” Kat juga menyatakan cukuplah jika sekadar memanggil kekasihnya itu dengan panggilan Dato’ N sahaja. Kami juga difahamkan Dato’ N adalah seorang usahawan yang mempunyai perniagaan di Pulau Pinang dan Kuala Lumpur. Kat juga menyatakan jarak usia antara mereka berdua bukanlah penghalang dalam perhubungan walaupun ada beberapa pihak yang kurang bersetuju dengan percintaan mereka.

Monday, August 11, 2008

Rezeki Remy semakin murah...



Disebabkan watak Tengku Haidar dalam slot Lestari TV3 berjudul ‘Sindarela’, nama pelakon Remy Ishak mula dikenali oleh penggemar drama Melayu. Remy telah berjaya menghidupkan watak Tengku Haidar dalam drama bersiri ‘Sindarela’. Sedikit sebanyak watak Tengku Haidar banyak membantu dan memberi impak positif pada karier Remy.

Ini merupakan satu petanda yang baik untuk Remy melangkah lebih jauh dalam mengharungi dunia hiburan. Jika dahulu Remy hanyalah seorang pekerja di sebuah hotel berhampiran KLCC tetapi kini dia sudah pun bergelar seorang artis. Tawaran berlakon dalam drama mahupun filem mula melimpah ruah.

“Remy rasa bersyukur sangat-sangat kerana peminat dah mula kenal dengan Remy berbanding tahun lalu. Bagi Remy ini adalah satu Rahmat dari Allah untuk Remy,” ujarnya. Menurut Remy, sebelum dia berlakon dalam drama ‘Sindarela’, dia pernah membintangi filem ‘Anak Halal’ dan ‘Aquarium Cinta’, tapi yang keluar hanyalah filem ‘Anak Halal’.

Katanya lagi filem ‘Aquarium Cinta’ masih lagi dalam pembikinan, para pelakon yang turut terlibat dipanggil untuk membuat sambungannya. Selain itu, Remy juga terlibat dalam beberapa iklan tv. “Remy mula-mula terlibat dalam bidang seni apabila Remy menghadiri uji bakat untuk filem ‘Aquarium Cinta’ dan Remy diterima... Sejak dari itu Remy tidak putus-putus terima tawaran berlakon,” ujar jejaka kacak yang semakin diminati ini.

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