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Crime doesn’t pay
Group photo with the guys during Azeez Jaafar’s Bedak-Bedak Mandi. It’s one of the first ceremonies for Azeez Jaafar and Nisaa Suresh’s wedding. Their next event will be the Nikah night this coming Thursday
Yes, I can’t wait to catch Fantastic Four. It’s more of a reboot and they have plenty of shows on Wednesday evening before the actual release on Thursday at The Mall Cineplex. The next few evenings will be very tight and busy for me with weddings coming up with toastmasters in the mix. Speaking of toastmasters, I will be the host (like an emcee) for tonight’s session at the Brunei Speakers’ Club and all are welcome at SEAMEO Voctech starting 7:30pm.
Birthday shouts to my buddies – Aminul, Saifol, Ning and Syazwana – the birthday celebrants earlier this month. I haven’t been up to dates with my greetings but sometimes being late has its perks because they tend to reply to your greetings 😀
I managed to sell of my old lego sets (unboxed ones) because I just lost interest. Sometimes you never know you can lose interest in something in matter of months. I can’t even find some of the old zombie mini-figures that I collected two years ago. So there goes my old collections of Lego but I’m looking forward to @indie95’s collection of Lego 😀 And thanks for buying my old stock of Lego too. Right now, my favourite Lego mini figure is Ant-Man and I know my Rulkie is not impressed *lol* I still love both of them.
I just subscribed to WWE Network on Kristal Astro. So far I am impressed as they are showing the classic shows and also personal interviews with former wrestlers. You will get more insight of what’s going on during those times. The only thing I’m upset is that it doesn’t show RAW live as I thought WWE Network would in the States. But we do get privileges of live feeds of Raw pre show and even Stone Cold podcast. Then again, I’m hoping for a Raw live event which supposed to be aired at 9am Tuesday.
Before I sign off, congratulations to Abang aka Ashadi Nasir and Rafidah on your new born baby last night. I’ve known Abang for quite some time and he’s always a bubbly person. It’s amazing how he now is married and with a healthy baby. All the best to both of you and enjoy the journey of parenthood.
Have a fantastic week, peeps!!
My old time friend from the era of e-circles back in 1999. Yes, our friendship goes way back. Congratulations 😀 You can follow our updates on their ceremonies with the hashtag #nowANforever2015
Group photo with the whole bunch and missing a few people. Taken after the Bedak-Bedak Mandi function.
You see it when you see it
Getting full attention to the max
So I’m trying different avenues of social media. If you want to get a live update of the Nikah event, it will be live on Periscope this coming Thursday evening. Just download Periscope app on your smartphone and follow @ranoadidas. You will be alerted once I do my broadcast.
A new born baby girl of Ashadi and Rafidah last night. Congratulations and I’m happy for you both 😀
The winner of last night’s table topics Naz who turned up as a guest and didn’t expect to be voted the best speaker.
My new toy paying attention during a toastmaster meeting last night at Inspiring Hall, UBD
He’s been following me around
The article has been read with different interpretation. What are your thoughts?
Too bad the match only last 34 seconds and she is still the champion with a 12-0 record
My iMac was being serviced as it needed my HDD to be replaced. Thankful to Apple Care to cover the expenses and I don’t even have to pay for service charge at AV Electronics.
My new pair making its way from Singapore.
My ray visits at Fauzi and Nana’s recently. Bumped into two retirees who were involved in the telco industry.
The CEO of Pondok Sari Wangi and CEO of Standard Chartered (Brunei) having a talk at my neighbour’s open house last weekend
Selfies at Darussalam Holdings open house at Royal Berkshire at Polo and Riding Club. Thanks for the invite.
My vain buddies at Mizan’s home
Sandwiched between two local celebrities 😀
Our inside joke. Let’s wait for the special edition, bro 😀
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Siam Reap revisited
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Dato Dr Isham Jaafar, Executive and Medical Director of JPMC presented cheque to Jamary Danggat, the President of Brunei Darussalam Association of the Blind. Also present in this image were Chris Carvalho, Hospital Administrator of JPMC and Ak Danny, Marketing Officer of JPMC
The cheque was presented by Dato Paduka Dr Hj Isham bin Hj Jaafar, Executive and Medical Director of JPMC to Jamary Danggat, BDNAB President. Also in attendance at the cheque presentation were sponsors as well as social media partner, Rano Iskandar of Rano Adidas.
The donation that amounted to BND 1106.20 was collected during the JPMC Charity Car Boot Sale that was held at the Jerudong Park and Country Club on the 9th of November in conjunction with the World Sight Day this year.
According to Ak Danny, Marketing Officer from JPMC, the contribution was collected from registration fees from vendors, activities at the charity car boot sale and donations that were collected at the event.
‘We believe that this donation will benefit greatly towards the Brunei Darussalam National Association of the Blind which is a non-profit organisation towards its objectives to raise awareness related to blindness in the country’, he added.
‘This project has further established a sense of community and strong support that exists between JPMC staff members that were involved. We hope to organise more similar events in the future’, said Ak Danny.
Ak Danny with the report of the JPMC Charity Car Boot Sale
Guest in attendance
Presentation of certificate of appreciation to Archmedia
Presentation of certificate of appreciation to KWAD
Presentation of certificate of appreciation to JPCC
Liyana Yus making an appearance during the JPMC Car Boot Sale
Face painting at JPMC Car Boot Sale
The charity project that was held on the 9th November received a very encouraging response where a total of 47 vendors registered for the Charity Car Booth.
It was held in conjunction with the ‘World Sight Day’ that was celebrated on the 12th October this year.
The recent Charity Car Boot Event was supported by Arch Media Advertising, DCON Facilities and Souvenirs and Kwang Wei Advertising and Displays Co as well as Ranoadidas.com as official media partner for the event.
The World sight Day 2014 which brings the theme “No More Avoidable Blindness” is a day that is dedicated to pledging perfect vision for every individual on earth. This event receives global attention every year.
JPMC has a strong focus on sustainability towards health, environment and corporate social responsibilities. It has been featured in countless community-driven activities and programmes from cleaning campaigns to recycling projects, and is constantly looking forward towards ‘what’s next’.
Event organiser Mas Mohammad Zulfadhly Haji Osman said Movember is celebrated around the world in November to raise awareness about men’s health issues especially prostate and testicular cancer which are rarely discussed in public.
Contestants were required to pledge growing their facial hair for the whole month of November to join the competition.
They were also encouraged to post up photos of their progress with #movemberbn on social media.
Fyad Ali was crowned champion based on the style and features of his moustache and received grooming products from Chaps & Rebels Barbershop.
“Cleanliness and extra supplement for the body is essential,” said Chaps & Rebels Barbershop owner Bung Jae, adding he fully supports the cause to shed more light on the lack of education on men’s health.
Customised T-shirts were also on sale at the event at The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, The Mall. Forty per cent of the profit from the sale will go to the movember.com fund. Text courtesy of Norliha Din of The Brunei Times.
One of the contestants posing for the camera
One of the finalists of the competition
Leiley came 2nd in the competition
The Top Six finalists
Winner Fyad Ali and 2nd place Leiley
The winners with the sponsors, Chaps & Rebels Barbershop and The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf and the organiser
Group photo
Delwin Keasberry of Bruneitweet with the organiser and the winners
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The Scent
Head of student representatives Muhd Romulus bin Muhd Roland speaking on behalf of the scholars
Last year it was above 40. This year, Brunei Shell Joint Venture (BSJV) awarded 54 students for scholarship programs and it is also the first time that a few scholars will be sent to Germany in August to pursue Mechanical Engineering at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology.
The scholarship program has been one of the most sought program and they have been many applications as demands are increasing in these fields. In actual fact, around 234 people applied for this year’s program. Furthermore, there are many students who are taking such subjects and interests and it’s pretty evident on the increase numbers of intakes for this year’s edition. Forty students will be heading to the UK, two in the United States, two in Germany and ten in Brunei Darussalam.
Before being awarded, the scholars had to undergo a tough assessment set by BSJV. Did you know that BSJV have sent over 600 students and this is back dated from 1972. Amazing!! The scholars will also be given the opportunity to be placed for attachment during summer to gain more experience.
Present during the event were Azhar Hj Yahya, Commercial Director of Brunei Shell Petroleum (BSP) and the guest of honour Hjh Rosmawatty Hj Abd Mumin, Permanent Secretary (Upstream), Energy Department at the Prime Minister’s Office.
There was also tokens of appreciation to First Class Achievers and they are Lim Jong Hau, Han Wenxiu, Fiona Shim Siew Ying, Izzah Mardhiah Zulkipli and Farah Azyan binti Ali Umar Safri and they all received mini iPads :p
Congratulations to all the beneficiaries of the BSJV scholarship program and do make them proud and contribute back to the economy of Brunei 🙂
Azhar Hj Yahya, Commercial Director of Brunei Shell Petroleum (BSP) with the scholars
Students pursuing Masters
Students pursuing Masters
Fiona Shim receiving a token as a First Class Achiever
Lim Jong Hau receiving a token as a First Class Achiever
Han Wenxiu receiving a token as a First Class Achiever
Farah Azyan binti Ali Umar Safri receiving a token as a First Class Achiever
Izzah Mardhiah Zulkipli receiving a token as a First Class Achiever
Elizabeth Sim and her co-host Kevin Lo interviewing Chris Woo at Timeout with Liz last weekend
I missed the first show of Timeout with Liz and I didn’t realise it has been a year already. Good job on Elizabeth Sim to keep the show going despite the challenges that she has to go through over the period. Venue has always been a problem and it looks she has found a proper setting for her show. Last weekend she had two special guests – Chris Woo and Bridgette Ang as well as Joanna Kwan. There was also a food demo by Hip and Healthy during the 3rd segment of the show.
Overall the energy was great and so was the turn out. Great to see Zainal Bostaman and Joanne Tan to be involved in the show as well as Liz’ co-host Kevin Lo.I would like to congratulate Elizabeth on her one year anniversary of her show and things can only get better from here. I’m looking forward to your future shows this year and let’s start the 2nd year with a bang.
Chris Woo sharing his experience as a toastmaster and his world championship final experience
All of them have something in common. There are all WCOPA Brunei representatives
Joanna Kwan doing the Asian thing
Joanne Tan helping out with the show. Good to see you again.
Bridgette Ang, another WCOPA participant and I love her vocals
Zainal setting the tone of the evening
The ever charismatic Zainal
Such a great turn out last weekend
The couple behind Hip and Healthy
Liyana Yus and Nadiah posed with a fan last week at the DST event
As part of DST’s “Ihsan Kasih” community program, over 30 orphans accompanied by their parents and guardians from the Tutong District between the ages of 8 and 17 were treated to movie outing to watch Brunei’s local film “Yasmine: The Movie” as well as have the opportunity to meet and greet the stars from the local Brunei film “Yasmine”.
The outing began with a welcoming reception at Dewan Kemasyarkatan in Tutong town by DST’s “Ihsan Kasih” volunteers where the children accompanied by their guardians were provided bus shuttle return transportation to the cinema in Empire Hotel & Country Club in Jerudong. At the cinema, the orphans were greeted by DST “Ihsan Kasih” volunteers.
DST also treated the children with a free popcorn and drink before they were ushered to their seats in the cinema joined by the stars themselves.
According to Elixsurian Hj Busu, Manager of Group Corporate Communications on the Ihsan Kasih initiative with Orphans, “DST have been proactive in arranging activities for orphans from fun futsal tournaments in Brunei-Muara district, educational trips to places like the Oil and Gas Discovery Centre (OGDC) in Seria, Belait District, and now a movie outing to the cinema. We are glad that we have the means and opportunity to give the orphans in Tutong a movie outing as currently Tutong does not have its own resident cineplex. At the same time, DST have the opportunity to share the enjoyable experience with the children and get to know them better”.
He also adds his positive views on the chosen film for the outing, “Feedback from many local viewers have recommended Yasmine as a movie that is universal for all ages as it also comes with various life lessons that can be learned. Also, as the movie is produced by our own local talents, it is also a means to inspiring the orphan children to believe that anything they dream of can be possible. We are fortunate that the director and actresses have taken their personal time to meet the children and to get to know them during this short time.”
After the movie the children were given the opportunity to an exclusive surprise meet and greet photo session with the stars from “Yasmine: The Movie”- Liyana Yus, Nadia Wahid, the movie director from Origin films, Siti Kamaluddin. The visit ended with DST providing DST “Ihsan Kasih” goodies to the children before their departure back to Tutong.
Also invited to the movie outing were DST’s corporate and premium clients as a token of appreciation for their loyalty and support to DST’s products and services throughout the years.
“Ihsan Kasih” is DST’s community program aimed to gather DSTians for voluntary work and to do beautiful things out of love, to help the less fortunate Bruneian, orphans and special needs community.
A great turn out from the DST event last Friday
Radin Sufri of DST with the crew of Origin Films and the stars of Yasmine
Photo opportunity with the stars
Siti Kamaluddin appreciating DST and the audience
The screening of Yasmine
A great turn out last Friday
Gotcha Liyana :p
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Go team Brunei
Our podcast review of Yasmine the movie with my special guest Seng Yee. Find out what is my best scene of the movie. Yasmine will be officially be released on 21st August 2014.
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In conjunction with Royal Brunei Airlines’ 40th Annivesary, Royal Brunei (RB) will be organizing a charity race for the public called the Great Race. The Great Race will take place on Sunday 19th October 2014.
RB has appointed Green Brunei and Brunei Paralympics to be the beneficiaries for the Great Race 2014. The proceeds from The Great Race 2014 will assist Green Brunei to move forward with the Mangrove Rehabilitation Project along the Sungai Damuna at Kg Bengkurong and likewise, Brunei Paralympics with their activities.
In a statement from Aji Puteh, RB Head of Corporate Services cum Chairman of RB: The Great Race, “RB is very pleased to organized the Great Race as an anchor event for RB’s Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives. The appointment of Green Brunei and Brunei Paralympic as the beneficiaries from the proceeds of the Great Race is a way for the airline to give back to the community in terms of support for green and health sports initiatives. It is hoped that The Great Race will be a different experience from other marathons as it is a marathon that challenges and is tailored with an aviation concept.”
RB has appointed Armtrix Enterprise as the Event Manager for the Great Race. Interested participants are able to register RB: The Great Race at thegreatrace.com.bn from today onwards until 19th September 2014 at 11pm. Good luck, peeps and well done for RB for this initiative. This is something different coming from aviation.
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Team Brunei achieved a higher medal count compared to last year with 38 medals overall. They collected 12 gold medals, 13 silver medals and 13 bronze medals. The biggest winner was Shian Li Esther Chiam who is just 15 years old. She won the Junior Grand World Champion Instrumental Award and also collecting 6 six gold medals along the way.
Her younger sister Eden Chiam earned an Industry Award and also earned one gold medal, two silver medals and two bronze medals and she only had weeks to prepare for the event. So that’s not pretty bad for an achievement. I have mentioned previously in my post how team Brunei has made it big at WCOPA finals in Los Angeles, considering they only sent 9 representatives as compared to the aplenty from different countries. Having 5 semi-finalists and 3 finalists are considered “over-achievements” as they are plenty of talents out there worldwide.
Maria Grace Koh and Joanna Kwan will also be the highlights of the night. Both were the finalists of the WCOPA event. Maria also known as Eia is no stranger in the music scene and she has vastly improved and it was no doubt she made to the finals where millions witnessed her performance. Joanna, a first timer in WCOPA, also impressed with her 1 minute performance in the finals and I’ve seen her acting before in local drama plays. Just even received a scholarship for acting in the States.
Another vocalist that caught my attention is Ruby Chong who earned herself two medals and an Industry Award. I have seen her singing at JIS Music Showcase and she’s just amazing!!! Another performer for this Saturday’s event is Bridget Ang who earned two medals. The other performers this weekend are Norhidayat Hj Ahim, a P2F winner, who earned 5 medals and Adi Daini who bagged 3 medals.
This is an impressive line up but sadly Elizabeth won’t be performing since she’s currently in KL for the Toastmasters International Convention 2014. Do follow @officialwcopabrunei on instagram for updates.
Brunei team brought it some medals from this year’s competition and the highest tally so far. Amazing!!!
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Toastmasters Convention today
Our podcast review of Yasmine the movie with my special guest Seng Yee. Find out what is my best scene of the movie. Yasmine will be officially be released on 21st August 2014.
Chris W.H. Woo, a member of Brunei Speakers’ Club, will represent Brunei in the World Championship of Public Speaking. Good luck, buddy!
Chris W.H. Woo, a Senior Lecturer at Universiti Brunei Darussalam will represent the Toastmaster’s District 87 (Brunei, Indonesia and East Malaysia) in the World Championship of Public Speaking. The competition will be held from 20th to 23rd August at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Chris Woo snatched the coveted trophy and title of District 87 International Speech Champion in Surabaya on the 11th May 2014.
When asked how he feels about the upcoming competition, Woo says, “It’s been a psychologically grueling few months for me. Never a week goes by that I don’t think about the competition. But I am very lucky to have so many supportive Toastmaster friends and, honestly, the Brunei Speaker’s Club has become a family to me. I don’t know what will happen at the World Championship. There are so many variables to the judging and success of a speech. But what I do know with certainty is that I will give it my absolute best.”
After emerging as Champion from The Brunei Speakers’ Club, and subsequently Area K6 (Brunei), Woo went on to defeat some of the best speakers in Brunei, East Malaysia and Indonesia. As a representative for District 87, Woo will be pitting his skills against the best speakers in the world.
“Chris is dedicated, he is committed, and he has now achieved so much. He inspires all our members in Brunei to realize our potential,” says Hazwan Kamarulzaman, President of The Brunei Speakers’ Club. His sentiments are shared by Ruey Chong-Narcis, the Area Governor of Area K6 (Brunei), “‘Since it’s inception by the grace of His Majesty 16 years ago, this is the first time that Brunei is representing the district in the World Championship of Public Speaking. We are extremely proud as it shows the quality and support that each Toastmaster gives their fellow members. Together with 14 other Toastmasters from Brunei, we will be there to proudly represent Brunei and cheering Chris as he takes his rightful place up on centre-stage.’
Some of the toastmasters from Brunei Speakers’ Club are currently in Kuala Lumpur for the convention and also to support Chris Woo. Last night we had the privilege to attend one of the toastmasters club in KL and we were at Maxis Toastmasters Club and met a number of toastmasters around the world. Awesome!!
We registered our names so we can get ourselves some goodies from the club
I volunteered myself to be the Timer for last evening’s meeting at Maxis Toastmaster Club. Great experience!
Distinguished Toastmaster Richard Cummins from Houston, Texas, Seng Yee, Zul (from Labuan) and our area-governor Ruey Narcis
Having a few words with the most passionate toastmaster from Brunei and an awesome role model for Brunei Speakers’ Club. His passion never dies.
Proud that Ling Ling won best table topics of the evening
Some of the books for sale at Toastmasters Convention at KLCC
The Word of the Day
It rained yesterday at Kuala Lumpur. It’s great to be back. I have been there since Sunday.
It’s that time of the year again as students will be scouting and sourcing for their respective courses and university of choice for their future studies in the UK. Twenty-eight universities and colleges from the United Kingdom will be participating in the third UK Education Fair on August 20 (today) at Members Grill & Lounge, The Empire Hotel and Country Club.
The event, which is organised by the British Universities Brunei Association (BUBA) and coordinated by the universities, will be held from 2pm to 7pm.
The institutions participating in the event include University of Aberdeen, University of Bradford, Cardiff University, University College London, University of East Anglia, University of Essex, University of Hull, University of Kent and Writtle College.
”The fair is aimed at students who are considering studying in the UK in September 2015 but also presents a final opportunity for any students still looking for a place for September 2014 entry to speak with university representatives,” said a statement issued by the British High Commission.
Students are also advised to bring copies of qualifications and transcript when they come to the fair, it added.
So do drop by the Members Grlll & Lounge from 2pm to 7pm later. Good luck in hunting for your future education. For more info, you can click here.
Butra Home Concept (BHC) Magazine is now under a new direction handled by Mixmediaworx
Butra Home Concept Magazine will now turn its pages under Mixmediaworx – the local based creative agency, retaining its focus on home improvement and lifestyle for Brunei. I remember this magazine being under the direction of Catalyst and now the creativity and publishing duties were given to Mixmediaworx.
Mixmediaworx promises to continue the magazine’s monthly tradition as part of Butra HeidelbergCement’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) in promoting local home lifestyle and industries.
Mixmediaworx’s executive director Azlan Ahmad shared that the magazine will still continue its current direction in line with Butra HeidelbergCement’s CSR aims with a few improvements and additions to the content and design of the two year old publication.
“We are very happy to continue this great initiative by Butra HeidelbergCement and will improve whatever needed for the magazine to stay relevant to the nation. We have outlined a few fresh ideas in promoting the magazine and created sustainable strategy to make sure it remains a preferred platform for the related industries.”
The BHC is part of Butra HeidelbergCement’s Building a Nation campaign, emphasizing on the contributions made towards the development of the nation. It invokes collaboration and cooperation amongst the Sultanate to inspire change, challenge convention and to make a difference: their unique approach towards nationwide progress while encouraging the sense of forward thinking to the community.
The next BHC issue will continue to be distributed soon with the theme “A New Hope” highlighing some of the CSR initiatives carried out by Butra HeidelbergCement as well as contributions by the new editorial team by the magazines.
Mixmediaworx also announced that BHC will be available as digital copies on iOS via the App store , and android users can expect their integration for the magazine soon.
Stuart Lee, Project Director of BHC Magazine with Amir Noor, editor of BHC Magazine during the press conference at Radisson Hotel
Hamdi Metussin, Creative Director of Mixmediaworx
Amir Noor sharing a few things about BHC’s new direction
Mei asking some questions from the floor
So close yet so far. Brunei Darussalam just missed out by one goal to reach the semi-finals. Today is the line-up for today’s matches in the semi-finals of the Hassanal Bolkiah Trophy 2014. No tickets required and it’s free as well.
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Be like Water
Nadiah Wahid, Siti Kamaluddin and Liyana Yus at the Gala Night Premiere of Yasmine at The Times Cineplex @ The Empire last night
What an interesting night!! For the first time in Brunei, I experienced what it is like to be in a movie premiere. Well, this is the Brunei version and I hope there will be more when we have more locally produced featured film from Brunei Darussalam. Of course, with the right sponsors and support, such gala night premiere will be easier to pull off. This is just the closest thing that we can experience to how other regional countries would do and even so more in Hollywood.
Origin Films the producers of Yasmine the movie have been creating major waves in Brunei Darussalam and outside Brunei. Yasmine recently won an award in Switzerland as it won the Best Asian Film in the Neuchatel International Fantastic Film Festival 2014. The crew have been busy promoting the movie through the local schools and also being featured in talk shows and on radio. Perhaps the viral effect of Yasmine the movie was the actual Yasmine Pose on social media which gave more branding awareness on Yasmine to the public.
I believe the marketing campaign struck the right chord and it was evident last night on the impact it created during the Gala Night or what we call the Premiere of Yasmine. Hundreds of people showed up during the event and it was a very much engaging crowd who showed much enthusiasm on our locally produced movie. The preview screenings for Yasmine today in both The Mall Cineplex and Times Cineplex are almost filled up and I’m pretty sure once it opens this Thursday, it will be a box office hit in Brunei.
I’m quite happy that Yasmine will also be screening in Indonesia and Singapore starting on the 21st of August. I’m not too sure about the other international release dates for now but whatever it is, the three markets mentioned show how much impact Yasmine has made, coming from Brunei alone. Indonesia is a huge market and that could potentially draw more box office revenue alone and hopefully recover the costs of the movie alone.
It was great to see other international celebrities who attended the Gala Night but the show belonged to the trio ladies – Siti Kamaluddin the director, Liyana Yus the main lead actor and Nadiah Wadih the supporting actress in Yasmine. Congratulations to Origin Films on making this into a reality and with the positive buzz that it has been receiving, Yasmine is a sure hit among the locals. More review on Yasmine the movie next week and of course, an episode of The Popcorn Panel (podcast).
The official trailer for Yasmine
Liyana looking gorgeous in her dress done by IKAT Indonesia @ikat_ind
Siti Kamaluddin expressed her thanks to the sponsors and supporters who believed in this project
Such a crowd last night
Waiting the arrival of the trio of the main event 😀
With the associates of BEDB and also those behind the BEDB LEAP grant which helped to fund some of Yasmine’s movie
Representing Kristal FM, the official radio for Yasmine
Coey, Ben and Wendy at the Gala Night
My regular special guest of The Popcorn Panel, Seng Yee
Happy to see my social media buddies at the Gala Night too
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Yasmine to take Brunei by storm
The talk of the town – Liyana Yus who plays the main lead as Yasmine
The hype is just getting bigger and bigger. It’s like a dream come true for many and I felt surreal that fact that Yasmine is a locally produced movie in Brunei but has that global feel. I was lucky enough to witness behind-the-scene moments of Yasmine during the 5 week production. I never knew that how much can involved by just doing a 10 second scene alone and hence it does make sense on whether the dollars and cents are really spent. If I’m not mistaken, the cost of the movie runs at roughly USD 2 million and that’s considered a great deal.
Yesterday I had the privilege to attend the media screening of Yasmine the movie and it was considered the first screening ever in Brunei for movie reviewers and the press. I won’t say share much in-depth review of the movie just yet as I will save it for The Popcorn Panel soon. So stay tune for that.
The press screening was held at Times Cineplex @ The Empire at Screen 1 and present were Datin Paduka Hjh Adina, the Deputy Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports, the members of the media and social media, the Indonesian press, the cast and crew of Yasmine.
The Premier Gala Night will be held today at Times Cineplex @ The Empire but if you want to catch the first actual show, you can catch sneaks tomorrow (Sunday) at the Mall Cineplex at 3pm screening. The official launch date for Yasmine is 21st August 2014.
I am very happy for Siti Kamaluddin and her brother Din Kamaluddin, the producer, for giving a new breath into our creativity industry that we have the talents but we also have to take the first initiative and be proactive, rather than wait. The journey began years back when Siti Kamaluddin and Man Ching (action choreography director) met up and shared ideas on making a locally made movie. One thing led to another and of course, financing this project is not an easy task. Knocking on doors was one of the options and they landed a BEDB Grant to kick things off and from there, they were many stakeholders from the government agencies that came in to support.
I’m also quite happy for both local stars Liyana Yus and Nadiah Wahid as they both shined on screen. This is already considered a great first impression and both stars have such raw talent at a very young age. So peeps, do pen your date on the 21st August or if you want to catch the sneaks, it will be at 3pm Sunday, The Mall Cineplex. or you can catch at 3:30pm at Times Cineplex (Times Square). The prices will be at normal weekend prices. They just announced it and tickets are still available.
I can’t wait for the Gala Night tonight and this will be my second viewing. A full review on my post as well as on The Popcorn Panel. For now, I highly recommend you to catch Yasmine and see what our local talents are capable of pulling off in the creative and entertainment industry.
After the press screening of Yasmine yesterday at Times Cineplex @ The Empire
Another photo opportunity with the star of Yasmine
With the crew of Yasmine (from Origins Film)
Press conference with the cast and crew of Yasmine at Brunei Hotel
The seatings for Sunday screening of Yasmine at Times Cineplex (Times Square). Click image and select Sunday.
The seatings for Sunday screening of Yasmine at The Mall Cineplex. Click image and select Sunday.
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Maju Motors hosts
The big blockbuster this weekend – Need For Speed
It’s good to see Maju Motors (Volkswagen Brunei) creating activities for its customers from time to time. Previously they held a weekend carnival and also a meet-the-fan session for the DPMM FC players with the presentation of the grand lucky draw for the Volkswagen Jetta. This morning, Volkswagen Brunei invited its customers to The Mall Cineplex to enjoy a private screening of the much awaited Need for Speed movie which was premiered worldwide recently and more than 300 customers attended the private function catered just for them.
The Need for Speed movie, which saw its worldwide premiere just a few days back, showcases some of the world’s fastest cars like the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport, Koenigsegg Agera, Lamborghini Sesto Elemento, McLaren P1, Saleen S7, and a rare GTA Spano as well as the 2015 Ford Mustang GT and a heavily modified 2014 Mustang equipped with a wide-boy kit. Although there were no Volkswagen models featured, but brands like the Bugatti and the Lamborghini are both part of the Volkswagen Group.
The event was held to show gratitude to its customers and also to strengthen ties between the customers and their families along with Maju Motors‘ employees. “2014 is an important year for us. Changes will be made to better serve you and it will all be done to assure your (the customers) satisfaction“, said Maju Motors Sdn Bhd Executive Director, Chan Key Hong. He added, “We are doing this to give you a better ownership experience.“
This was said after an introduction clip which explained “Why only Volkswagen can build a Volkswagen“, which was then followed by a few international advertisements from all around the world which were funny, catchy and entertaining. After the adverts were played, the Need for Speed movie was then featured, which is the highlight of the event.
The customers invited during the exclusive movie screening consisted of those owning any Volkswagen models ranging from the entry-level Polo, its bigger brother the newly launched Vento, all the way to the luxury SUV, Touareg.
Also invited were Volkswagen owners from the local Volkswagen-Audi Group (VAG), who are some of Volkswagen’s strongest supporters and a true example of the Volkswagen culture, made of young professionals and car enthusiasts. They portray the spirit of togetherness, friendship and family traits, this is what Volkswagen is about.
Private screening for Volkswagen owners
The customers waiting for the show at The Mall Cineplex this morning
Volkswagen customers registering at The Mall Cineplex
Volkswagen customers registering at The Mall Cineplex
Some clips from Volkswagen before the movie starts
Some of the Lamborghini collections at Maju Motors showroom… Vroom!!!!!
Rita Lim, Principal of Seri Mulia Sarjana International School, in her welcoming remarks
I stumbled across an article yesterday in the Weekend Bulletin as I read the news about Seri Mulia Sarjana International School (SMSIS) introducing their mobile apps exclusive for the SMSIS community. This mobile app is ideal for parents definitely who want to be up-to-date with the events and notifications from the said school. I believe this is the first school in Brunei that uses mobile apps and I won’t be surprise if other schools will follow suit as our society is very engaged when comes to mobile technology.
he school app is a one-stop portal for the parents of SMSIS that puts all school-related information at the parents’ fingertips. Forgotten circulars and missed school activities will now be a thing of the past as the school strives to build stronger parent–school relationship; a vital ingredient in assuring children’s success in school.
Datin Dr Hajah Asmah binti Haji Morni, Acting Director General of Education at the Ministry of Education, together with the founder of Seri Mulia Sarjana International School (SMSIS), Mary Lim were present during the launch. Parents were also invited for the launch of the mobile app.
Thumbs up to SMSIS for having this made possible. This is another useful tool to connect SMSIS with the parents of the students.
Alex Adjawi, Corporate Director of SMSIS presenting the benefits and features of the SMSIS App
Parents downloading the SMSIS app
I also downloaded the app on Apple store to have a look
A pretty useful app indeed especially for parents
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Chan Man Ching, Mariah Abdullah, Liyana Yus, Siti Kamaluddin and Fai Zaini (Team Brunei) at the Gala Premiere of Ikal Mayang 2014, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Late post: The voices through women are often unheard. It was interesting to know a film festival entitled “Ikal Mayang: Unspoken Truths” was showcased last weekend in Malaysia. It raises the awareness and sharing the women’s voices through filmmaking to reveal “Unspoken Truths”.
Ikal Mayang 2014 organised a 2-day festival at the Golden Screen Cinemas, in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. The event comprised film screenings, arts installations and music performances in and around the venue.
The biggest highlight of the festival was the premiere of an anthology of six 11-minute short films directed by South East Asian directors which include our own Bruneian Siti Kamaluddin. The other directors are Niramon Ross (Thailand), Shireen Seno (the Philippines), A.D. Chan (Singapore), Nia Dinata (Indonesia) and Datin Paduka Shuhaimi Baba (Malaysia).
Apart from that, the film festival showcased ten 2-minute clips featuring original stories by local Malaysian personalities and most of them are making their directorial debuts.
Low Ngai Yuen, President of WOMEN:girls, wants to keep the conversation going after the success of the first Ikal Mayang. She hopes that the 2 minute films will give more exposure to the directors regionally, showcasing a more diverse stories and this will also encourage younger directors to take on the challenge.
The line-up of directors for Ikal Mayang: Unspoken Truths include a wide range of women and girls from all ages and backgrounds such as Eja (also known as Siti Shahrizah), Elza Irdalynna, Ineza Roussille, Nora Nabila, Soefira Jaafar, Deborah Henry, Leia Aljoffery, Sharyn Lisa Shufiyan, Junad M. Nor and Melissa Indot; who will be helming their films with the support of Creative Director, Ida Nerina and Executive Producer, Lee Su May. The scripts selected were from a call for submissions from the public held early August 2013.
Ikal Mayang is an initiative under WOMEN:girls produced by Garang Pictures & big EyEs Entertainment to increase the share of women’s voices through filmmaking and screened in conjunction with the celebration of International Women’s Day on March 8 every year. WOMEN:girls is a non-profit organisation set to create an ideal world where women are empowered to be enablers for aspiring girls to achieve their dreams.
I’m trying to get hold of Siti Kamaluddin short film entitled “Mentari” which features a rising star Liyana Yus who was recently filmed in the upcoming movie called Yasmine, another film directed by Siti Kamaluddin.
Liyana Yus and Siti Kamaluddin at the Media Screening and Press Conference of Ikal Mayang 2014
Indonesian director Nia Dinata and Bruneian director Siti Kamaluddin
Niramon Ross, Nia Dinata, Siti Kamaluddin, AD Chan, Shireen Seno and Datin Paduka Shuhaimi Baba
The promotional poster for Ikal Mayang: Unspoken Truths 2014
Mentari, a film by Siti Kamaluddin
The official trailer of Ikal Mayang: Unspoken Truths 2014
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