ONE PACT, a South Korean boy group under Armada Entertainment, has quickly established itself as one of the most exciting rookie groups in the K-pop scene. Comprising Jongwoo, Jay Chang, Seongmin, TAG, and Yedam, the group’s formation is the result of experienced artists with diverse backgrounds coming together to create something fresh and powerful. They…
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Discover ZOLAR: Thailand’s Rising 13-Member T-Pop Group – Exclusive Interview
ZOLAR is a group of many talents, a 13-member group from Thailand that brings everything you want in a group. Good vocals? Check. Choreography that is so good that it makes you want to attempt to dance along? Check. And of course, stylistically they are a burst of colour that makes them a joy to…
Exploring Cultural Heritage Through Music: Belle Sisoski’s Journey – Exclusive Interview
Music is not only just sound, it is a living archive of history, culture, and emotion. For Belle Sisoski, it is a powerful connection between past and future, a space where both coexist in harmony. With The Revelation, her latest release, she doesn’t simply compose; she creates an immersive sonic world blending the ancestral echoes…
Queer Voices in Pop: The Rise of Mad Tsai – Exclusive Interview
Mad Tsai has emerged as one of the most compelling voices in modern pop, using his music to explore identity, queerness, and the emotional turbulence of coming-of-age. His songs often subvert the traditional narratives of high school romance and self-discovery, reshaping them from a queer perspective that challenges heteronormative ideals. Through his storytelling, Mad Tsai…
75th Berlin International Film Festival: In Conversation with Sarah Miro Fischer, Director of “The Good Sister”
Sarah Miro Fischer began her film studies at the Escuela Nacional de Cine in Bogotá before returning to Germany, where she gained experience in script development, set management, and as a 2nd AD. Since 2018, she has been studying at the German Film and Television Academy Berlin, developing her craft through various projects as a…
75th Berlin International Film Festival: In Conversation with Charlotte Devillers and Arnaud Dufeys, Directors of “We Believe You”
At this year’s Berlinale, We Believe You made an impact with its unflinching portrayal of the intersection between the legal system and the emotional toll of a custody battle involving abuse allegations. Directed with precision and sensitivity, the film explores the labyrinth of judicial procedures while centering on Alice, a mother fighting to protect her…
75th Berlin International Film Festival: In Conversation with Rima Das, Director of “Village Rockstars 2”
Seven years after Village Rockstars (2017), filmmaker Rima Das returns to Kalardiya with Village Rockstars 2, continuing Dhunu’s (Bhanita Das) story as she faces the challenges of adulthood in her small Assamese village. Once a dreamer with ambitions of rock stardom, 17-year-old Dhunu now faces economic hardships, family responsibilities, and the weight of her mother’s…
75th Berlin International Film Festival: In Conversation with Florian Pochlatko, Director of “How to Be Normal and the Oddness of the Other World”
Mental health film narratives are arguably among the most challenging to bring to the big or silver screen due to their complexity, requiring a delicate balance between authenticity, artistic interpretation, and emotional sensitivity. Yet, Florian Pochlatko rises to the occasion with How to Be Normal and the Oddness of the Other World, a film that…
Inside t024’s Journey: The Story Behind “TRACE” – Exclusive Interview
There is no doubt that music is a universal language that connects people across the globe. While some artists achieve massive mainstream success, countless talented musicians remain under the radar, many of whom hail from Asia. Beyond the global phenomenon of K-pop, South Korea, in particular, boasts a rich and diverse music scene that spans…
Cinema and Myth: Riar Rizaldi Discusses “Monisme” and the Enigma of Mount Merapi – Exclusive Interview
Indonesian multimedia artist and filmmaker Riar Rizaldi, known for his blend of documentary fiction and essay films, has recently completed his latest work, Monisme (2024). The film delves into themes of duality—human and non-human, nature and technology—while questioning their interconnectedness. Born from years of extensive research on Mount Merapi, one of Indonesia’s most significant volcanoes,…
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