Sunday, April 25, 2010

Nad Is Into Superman Faizal Tahir & Aizat Amdan

Not unlike her good friend Alif Kadim who finished right behind her, AF8 eighth-placed Nadia (Nad) Roselan is a big fan of Malaysia's new pop kings 'Superman' Faizal Tahir and Aizat Amdan.

She also adores Akim Ahmad, Mila Jirin, Dafi Ismail Sabri, Ika Rahim, Nadia Hasnan, Alif Razali and Shila Amir Amzah.

Nad wishes all of them, as well as Kaer Azami, Nana Mahazan, Sufiah Noor, Akma Abdullah, Idayu Yaakob, Shawal Ruslan, Diya Kholid, Dekna Ahmad, Shafiq Ramadzan, Aidil Zamri, Diddy Muhid, Lufya Omar, Naim Salmi, Awal Ashaari, Iz Sulaini, Rina Azhar, Tiara Hassan, Anny Shariff, Mimi Shamsuddin, Alya Abu Hassan, Riz Zaizizi, Farah Asyikin Zulkifli, Nita Hamzah, Xerra Zaimi, Faizal Ramly, Heliza Helmi, Faisal Abdullah, Aswad Jaafar, Zana Hanizan, Rizu Sharifuddin, Fify Ahmad, Obri Hasmuni, Ayu Tekhary, Nas Adila Mohamad Dan, Farhan Azizan, Yana Omar, Ismaliza Ismail, Tomok Ismail, Nine Jaafar, Sidi Isa, Yazid Ibrahim, Aweera Noriyissham, Anith Lim, Nubhan Ahamad and Zila Seeron all the best in their careers and life.

Nad congratulates Diddy and Aidil on their recent marriages, and Iz and Shila on becoming Malaysia’s candidates to the World Championship of Performing Arts (WCOPA) 2010 in Hollywood.


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Nad Peminat Superman Faizal Tahir & Aizat Amdan

Pemenang tempat ke-8 AF8 Nadia (Nad) Roselan, seperti kawan karibnya pemenang ke-9 Alif Kadim, adalah peminat setia raja pop baru Malaysia 'Superman' Faizal Tahir dan Aizat Amdan.

Nad juga menyukai si comel Akim Ahmad, Mila Jirin, Dafi Ismail Sabri, Ika Rahim, Nadia Hasnan, Alif Razali dan Shila Amir Amzah.

Nad mengucapkan salam maju jaya buat mereka semua, serta Kaer Azami, Nana Mahazan, Sufiah Noor, Akma Abdullah, Idayu Yaakob, Shawal Ruslan, Diya Kholid, Dekna Ahmad, Shafiq Ramadzan, Aidil Zamri, Diddy Muhid, Lufya Omar, Naim Salmi, Awal Ashaari, Iz Sulaini, Rina Azhar, Tiara Hassan, Anny Shariff, Mimi Shamsuddin, Alya Abu Hassan, Riz Zaizizi, Farah Asyikin Zulkifli, Nita Hamzah, Xerra Zaimi, Faizal Ramly, Heliza Helmi, Faisal Abdullah, Aswad Jaafar, Zana Hanizan, Rizu Sharifuddin, Fify Ahmad, Obri Hasmuni, Ayu Tekhary, Nas Adila Mohamad Dan, Farhan Azizan, Yana Omar, Ismaliza Ismail, Tomok Ismail, Nine Jaafar, Sidi Isa, Yazid Ibrahim, Aweera Noriyissham, Anith Lim, Nubhan Ahamad dan Zila Seeron.

Nad mengirim tahniah buat Diddy dan Aidil yang baru sahaja bergelar suami, dan Iz dan Shila yang dipilih mewakili negara kita dalam World Championship of Performing Arts (WCOPA) 2010 di Hollywood.

Jac & Suki Join Kelly’s Malaysian Concert

Jaclyn Victor and Suki Low were the opening acts for Kelly Clarkson’s first Malaysian concert in Bukit Jalil Stadium, Kuala Lumpur, on April 25, 2010.

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Jac & Suki Menyanyi Di Konsert Kelly

Jaclyn Victor dan Suki Low menjadi artis jemputan di konsert pertama Kelly Clarkson di Kuala Lumpur yang berlangsung di Stadium Bukit Jalil pada April 25, 2010.

Friday, April 23, 2010

Mum’s The Word For Ayu

Congrats Ayu Damit.

She’s now the proud mum of Nashrul Fauzi.

She married Fauzi Baharuddin of Perak last year.

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Ayu Kini Bergelar Ibu

Tahniah Ayu Damit.

Ayu kini ibu kepada Nashrul Fauzi.

Beliau berkahwin dengan Fauzi Baharuddin dari Perak tahun lalu.

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Dafi & Iz @ New Straits Times



Dafi Ismail Sabri (L) & Iz Sulaini @ New Straits Times.


Iz & Shila will be going for the World Championship Of Performing Arts (WCOPA) in Los Angeles, the US in July.
Rizu, Nadia and Mila almost made the selection.
(Iz & Shila akan ke World Championship Of Performing Arts (WCOPA) di Los Angeles, Amerika Syarikat Julai depan.
Rizu, Nadia dan Mila hampir terpilih).

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Tomok & Isma Describe Achik As A Star Gone Too Soon

Tomok Ismail and his sister Ismaliza described the late Achik as a star gone too soon.

"We'll miss him dearly. He was a brilliant singer and actor and our family pal," said Tomok.

Former Akademi Fantasia judge, singer, songwriter, composer and actor Hattan said Achik was a gem amongst entertainers and his death left a void that would be hard to fill.

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Tomok & Isma Sifatkan Achik Bintang Yang Terlalu Awal Pergi

Tomok Ismail dan kakaknya Ismaliza menyifatkan Allahyarham Achik sebagai bintang yang terlalu awal pergi.

"Kami akan merinduinya. Allahyarham kawan karib selain penyanyi dan pelakon yang hebat," kata Tomok.

Bekas pengkritik Akademi Fantasia, penyanyi, komposer, penulis lagu dan pelakon Hattan berkata Achik adalah mutiara di kalangan penghibur dan Allahyarham sukar dicari ganti.

Lydia (Liya) Khairul Banks & Farhan Azizan @ AF8 Concert


Lydia (Liya) Khairul Banks (L) & Farhan Azizan @ AF8 Concert, Stadium Putra, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur. “Go Maulana Mohamad!”

Haziq Rosebi & Salima Habibi @ AF8 Concert


Haziq Rosebi & Salima Habibi @ AF8 Concert, Stadium Putra, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur.

Aznil, AF8 Contestants Saddened By Achik’s Death

Ex-Akademi Fantasia host turned contest judge Aznil Nawawi is saddened by the shocking death of singer and actor Achik (Abdillah Murad Shari) in a car accident in his hometown Seremban on April 17, 2010.

Achik, 28, was the leader and lead singer of pop group Spin.

Aznil described Achik’s death as a great loss to Malaysian entertainment.

He and the AF8 contestants convey their condolences to the late singer’s wife and 2 children.

His eldest child died of an illness 2 years ago.

Achik’s duet partner, singer and actress Siti Nordiana described him as a joyous soul mate.

She last met him a few hours before the tragedy.

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Aznil, Pelajar AF8 Sedih Atas Kematian Achik.

Bekas hos Akademi Fantasia yang kini pengkritik tetap Aznil Nawawi amat bersedih atas kematian mengejut penyanyi dan pelakon Achik (Abdillah Murad Shari) dalam kemalangan jalan raya di kampungnya Seremban pada April 17, 2010.

Achik, 28, adalah ketua kumpulan dan penyanyi utama Spin.

Aznil menyifatkan pemergian Achik kehilangan besar buat dunia seni Malaysia.

Beliau dan pelajar AF8 mengirim salam takziah buat isteri dan 2 orang anak Allahyarham.

Anak sulung Allahyarham meninggal dunia akibat penyakit 2 tahun lalu.

Rakan duet Achik iaitu penyanyi dan pelakon Siti Nordiana menyifatkan Achik sebagai teman setia yang sentiasa mesra.

Siti Nordiana bertemu Achik buat kali terakhir beberapa jam sebelum beliau meninggal.

Saturday, April 17, 2010

Malisa To Record Album, Ron Sticks To Slam



Malisa Janudin and Shahron Hussein of Johor Baru have been in the band NRG since 2008.

Malisa will soon be recording an album.

For now, the duo will remain in NRG, a 20-year-old, eight-member band.

Ron is also with Slam. Prior to One In A Million 2 (OIAM2) he was with the group Sunday and sang the duet Bintang Kehidupan (Star Of Life) with Indonesian singer Yanti Aryanto.

Malisa and Ron wish Rina Halim, Toi Baharom, Saida Tarudin, Intan Sarafina Yahya, Khai Wahi, Rosma Sidik, Dina Nadzir, Zahid Baharuddin, Elliza Razak, Daniel Lee, Siti Sarah Raisuddin, Alif Satar, Mawi Ani, Salima Habibi, Haziq Rosebi, Fatin Yahya, Kefli Idir, Fuad Azri, Qhaud Rashid, Rini Zulkifli, Rina Zulkifli, Zaihanee Zainal Abidin, Azfar Ishak, Shahmeen Shah Halim Shah and Lokman Mutalip all the best in their careers and life.


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Malisa Akan Rakam Album, Ron Tetap Dalam Slam

Malisa Janudin dan Shahron Hussein dari Johor Baru adalah anggota kumpulan NRG sejak tahun 2008.

Malisa akan merakamkan album tidak lama lagi.

Buat masa sekarang mereka tetap menjadi ahli NRG, band yang berumur 20 tahun dengan lapan ahli.

Ron juga ahli kumpulan Slam. Sebelum One In A Million 2 (OIAM2) beliau anggota kumpulan Sunday dan berduet lagu Bintang Kehidupan dengan Yanti Aryanto penyanyi Indonesia.

Malisa dan Ron mengirim salam maju jaya buat Rina Halim, Toi Baharom, Saida Tarudin, Intan Sarafina Yahya, Khai Wahi, Rosma Sidik, Dina Nadzir, Zahid Baharuddin, Elliza Razak, Daniel Lee, Siti Sarah Raisuddin, Alif Satar, Mawi Ani, Salima Habibi, Haziq Rosebi, Fatin Yahya, Kefli Idir, Fuad Azri, Qhaud Rashid, Rini Zulkifli, Rina Zulkifli, Zaihanee Zainal Abidin, Azfar Ishak, Shahmeen Shah Halim Shah dan Lokman Mutalip.

Candy's Band, Sidi's Cafe, Naim Studies, Faisal In Finance

Candy Clement's got a new band, Sidi Isa's got a new restaurant, Naim Salmi is studying while Faisal Abdullah is in a finance company.

And air stewardess Joni Tham has not given up songwriting.

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Candy Ada Kumpulan, Sidi Ada Kafe, Naim Belajar, Faisal Dalam Bisnes Kewangan

Candy Clement ada band sendiri, Sidi Isa akan buka restoran, Naim Salmi sambung belajar dan Faisal Abdullah kerja dalam syarikat kewangan.

Pramugari Joni Tham tetap akan menulis lagu.

Monday, April 12, 2010

Aizat Is My Hero - Alif Kadim

Aizat is Malaysia’s new King of Pop, says Alif Kadim, the ninth-placed of AF8.

Alif who hails from Melaka City paternally and Teluk Intan, Perak maternally is happy that Aizat has just won Popular Male Artiste in the Berita Harian / New Straits Times People’s Choice Awards 2009 (Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian 2009).

He wishes Aizat, Kaer Azami, Nana Mahazan, Sufiah Noor, Akma Abdullah, Idayu Yaakob, Shawal Ruslan, Diya Kholid, Dekna Ahmad, Shafiq Ramadzan, Aidil Zamri, Diddy Muhid, Lufya Omar, Naim Salmi, Awal Ashaari, Iz Sulaini, Rina Azhar, Tiara Hassan, Anny Shariff, Mimi Shamsuddin, Alya Abu Hassan, Riz Zaizizi, Farah Asyikin Zulkifli, Faizal Tahir, Nita Hamzah, Xerra Zaimi, Faizal Ramly, Heliza Helmi, Faisal Abdullah, Aswad Jaafar, Zana Hanizan, Akim Ahmad, Mila Jirin, Dafi Ismail Sabri, Ika Rahim, Nadia Hasnan, Alif Razali, Rizu Sharifuddin, Shila Amir Amzah, Fify Ahmad, Obri Hasmuni, Ayu Tekhary, Nas Adila Mohamad Dan, Farhan Azizan, Yana Omar, Ismaliza Ismail, Tomok Ismail, Nine Jaafar, Sidi Isa, Yazid Ibrahim, Aweera Noriyissham, Iwan Chew, Anith Lim, Nubhan Ahamad and Zila Seeron all the best in their careers and life.

He also congratulates Diddy and Aidil on their recent marriages and Iz on becoming Malaysia’s candidate to the World Championship of Performing Arts (WCOPA) 2010 in Hollywood.

Yazid Ibrahim and AF8 12th-placed Shahril Saleh, another Aizat fan, also congratulate Diddy, Aidil and Iz and wish the same to the above artistes.

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Aizat Idola Saya - Alif Kadim

Aizat ialah Raja Pop Malaysia yang baru, kata Alif Kadim, pemenang tempat ke-9 Akademi Fantasia 8 (AF8).

Alif yang berasal dari Melaka (sebelah bapa) dan Teluk Intan, Perak (sebelah ibu) amat gembira melihat Aizat memenangi Artis Lelaki Popular di Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian 2009.

Alif mengirim salam maju jaya buat Aizat, Kaer Azami, Nana Mahazan, Sufiah Noor, Akma Abdullah, Idayu Yaakob, Shawal Ruslan, Diya Kholid, Dekna Ahmad, Shafiq Ramadzan, Aidil Zamri, Diddy Muhid, Lufya Omar, Naim Salmi, Awal Ashaari, Iz Sulaini, Rina Azhar, Tiara Hassan, Anny Shariff, Mimi Shamsuddin, Alya Abu Hassan, Riz Zaizizi, Farah Asyikin Zulkifli, Faizal Tahir, Nita Hamzah, Xerra Zaimi, Faizal Ramly, Heliza Helmi, Faisal Abdullah, Aswad Jaafar, Zana Hanizan, Akim Ahmad, Mila Jirin, Dafi Ismail Sabri, Ika Rahim, Nadia Hasnan, Alif Razali, Rizu Sharifuddin, Shila Amir Amzah, Fify Ahmad, Obri Hasmuni, Ayu Tekhary, Nas Adila Mohamad Dan, Farhan Azizan, Yana Omar, Ismaliza Ismail, Tomok Ismail, Nine Jaafar, Sidi Isa, Yazid Ibrahim, Aweera Noriyissham, Iwan Chew, Anith Lim, Nubhan Ahamad dan Zila Seeron.

Beliau mengirim tahniah buat Diddy dan Aidil yang baru sahaja bergelar suami dan Iz yang dipilih mewakili negara kita dalam World Championship of Performing Arts (WCOPA) 2010 di Hollywood.

Yazid Ibrahim dan pemenang tempat ke-12 AF8 Shahril Saleh, juga peminat setia Aizat, turut mengirim salam tahniah buat Diddy, Aidil dan Iz serta salam maju jaya buat artis realiti yang lain.

Monday, April 05, 2010

Discipline, Tidiness And Politeness Key To Success - Zila To Iwan

Lovely Zila Seeron advises her fellow Negeri Sembilanese in AF8, Iwan Chew to be disciplined, tidy and polite if he wants to become a star.

She says popular artistes are not merely talented but are also disciplined, polite and tidy.

She is happy that Iwan is one of the strong contenders of AF8 and wishes him all the best.

Zila also wishes her dear friend Nubhan Ahamad well and prays that he keeps healthy and safe.

Adam Mat Saman, Nikki Palikat, Ekin Rahman, Nora Daud, Pija Yasin and Naufara Yasin agree with Zila and advice AF8 stars Ema Suhaimi, Anum Aharun, Ain Basir and Adira Suhaimi the same.

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Disiplin, Kemas Dan Sopan Tangga Kejayaan - Zila Nasihati Iwan

Jelitawan comel Zila Seeron menasihati rakannya dari Negeri Sembilan di AF8 Iwan Chew agar sentiasa berdisiplin, sopan dan kemas untuk bergelar bintang.

Katanya artis yang popular bukan sahaja berbakat tetapi juga berdisiplin, sopan dan kemas.

Zila berasa gembira melihat Iwan semakin maju di AF8 dan mengirim salam maju jaya buatnya.

Zila turut mendoakan kesihatan dan kejayaan kawan karibnya Nubhan Ahamad.

Adam Mat Saman, Nikki Palikat, Ekin Rahman, Nora Daud, Pija Yasin dan Naufara Yasin bersetuju dengan Zila dan memberi nasihat yang sama kepada peserta AF8 Ema Suhaimi, Anum Aharun, Ain Basir dan Aidra Suhaimi.

Adam Mat Saman & Kozae Murtaza (One Nation Emcees) @ Berita Harian / New Straits Times People’s Choice Awards 2009


Adam Mat Saman (L) & Kozae Murtaza (One Nation Emcees) @ Berita Harian / New Straits Times People’s Choice Awards 2009 (Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian 2009), Genting Highlands, April 4, 2010.

Mila Jirin & Ainul Aishah @ Berita Harian / New Straits Times People’s Choice Awards 2009


Mila Jirin (L) & Ainul Aishah @ Berita Harian / New Straits Times People’s Choice Awards 2009 (Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian 2009), Genting Highlands, April 4, 2010.

Dafi And Sherry Ibrahim @ Berita Harian / New Straits Times People’s Choice Awards 2009


Dafi Ismail Sabri & Sherry Ibrahim @ Berita Harian / New Straits Times People’s Choice Awards 2009 (Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian 2009), Genting Highlands, April 4, 2010.

Saturday, April 03, 2010

Candle In The Wind (For Din)

In English

(Original by Sir Elton John)

Goodbye funny friend
May you ever stay in our hearts
You made us laugh at ourselves
You brought us cheer when we were crying

In a world of madness
Your sense of humour
Was the mark of sanity
The pillar of unity
1 Malaysia that set us free

And it seems to me
You lived your life
Like a candle in the wind
Never riding off in the sunset
Or when rain set in
And your laughter will always
Be heard amongst
Malaysia's rolling hills
Your candle's burnt out
Long before your
Legend ever will

Friday, April 02, 2010

A Devastating Loss For Aznil And Malaysia

Comedian, cartoonist and DJ Mior Ahmad Fuad Mior Badri of Kampar, Perak, passed away of dengue fever on April 2, 2010. He was 43.

Better known as Din Beramboi, the father of three was one of AF1-5 host and AF8 judge Aznil Nawawi's best friends.

Aznil is devastated by Din's passing.

Both of them were in the running for the Berita Harian / New Straits Times People's Choice Awards 2009 (Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian 2009) in Genting Highlands on April 4.

They were nominated for Popular Radio Host (Male).

Aznil said Din's death was a great loss to Malaysian comedy.

He had known Din for 15 years and they had for the past year been hosting programmes on Era FM together.

Aznil said Din was humble, caring and was always there for him.

In an interview with The New Straits Times last month, Din said: "It's my first nomination and I'm thrilled.

"I've been in show business for more than a decade and being nominated is a sign that I've made many Malaysians happy. It doesn't matter if it's taken this long because my purpose is to make Malaysians laugh at life and celebrate it.

"If people enjoy my shows, films and humour, I've achieved my dreams," he said.

Aznil described the late comedian as a "natural born entertainer".

"We've known each other for about a decade and we've been 'on the same wavelength'. Abang Din, like me, believes in being himself. As for both of us, we are who we are off screen - witty, funny and friendly, celebrating the 'laughter' side of life," Aznil said.


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Kehilangan Besar Buat Aznil Dan Malaysia

Pelawak, kartunis dan DJ Mior Ahmad Fuad Mior Badri dari Kampar, Perak, meninggal dunia akibat demam denggi pada April 2, 2010. Allahyarham berusia 43 tahun.

Allahyarham yang lebih dikenali sebagai Din Beramboi meninggalkan seorang isteri dan 3 orang anak.

Allahyarham juga adalah kawan karib hos AF1-5 yang kini pengkritik tetap AF8 Aznil Nawawi.

Aznil amat merasai kehilangan Din.

Mereka berdua dicalonkan sebagai finalis kategori Penyampai Radio Popular (Lelaki) di Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian 2009 yang bakal berlangsung di Genting Highlands pada April 4.

Aznil menyifatkan pemergian Din kehilangan besar buat komedi tanah air.

Beliau mengenali Allahyarham selama 15 tahun dan sejak tahun lalu mereka menjadi hos bersama dalam rancangan radio di Era FM.

Aznil berkata Din seorang yang merendah diri, penyayang dan prihatin terhadap kawan-kawannya.

Dalam interbiu bersama The New Straits Times bulan lalu, Din berkata: "Saya amat gembira dicalonkan buat kali pertama.

"Saya dah berkecimpung dalam dunia seni selama sedekad dan inilah tanda saya buatkan banyak orang Malaysia berasa gembira. Walaupun agak lambat, saya tak kisah sebab misi saya ialah untuk membuatkan penonton terhibur dan ceria.

"Misi saya berjaya sekiranya penonton suka rancangan saya," katanya.

Aznil berkata Din adalah penghibur semula jadi.

"Kami berdua memang sama. Kami suka jadi diri sendiri - gila-gila, kelakar dan baik hati dengan semua orang," katanya.