Director admits Tanda Putera a work of fiction, defends controversial scenes

The director of the controversial film Tanda Putera, which has upset the opposition, now admits it is a fictional account of events surrounding the May 13 racial riots.

Datin Paduka Shuhaimi Baba said her film is an interpretation of historical events derived from multiple opinions.

She explained that after certain parties strongly objected to a scene where a character urinated at a flagpole in front of the house of a former Selangor menteri besar, she edited the scene to tone it down.

“I made some slight edits of the scene. There were words that I removed. That scene was acted out according to those who were present at that time.

“I had to make sure I could fit in most of the opinions collected into a two-hour movie. Of course, not all of the responses we got could be enacted in the film.

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Paris Jackson hospitalised after suicide bid - daughter of Micheal Jackson

Michael Jackson's daughter Paris attends a ceremony where the singer's shoes and gloves are used to make hand and foot imprints in cement in the courtyard of Hollywood's Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles on in this January 26, 2012, file photo.

Late pop icon Michael Jackson’s daughter Paris was rushed to a California hospital Wednesday after trying to commit suicide, a family source told AFP, as her relatives appealed for privacy.


The 15-year-old tried to cut her right wrist with a meat cleaver and wrote a suicide note, according to celebrity website TMZ.

The teenager, whose father died in 2009, was put on a 72-hour psychiatric hold in hospital, the family source said, adding that Paris suffered from depression and had previously reported suicidal thoughts.

“She tried to cut herself,” said the source, requesting anonymity, adding:

“She really feels like she needs her father... she had been in treatment once before for depression, so this is kind of like a real cry for help.” “She’s in good condition, she’s not in critical condition.” A sheriff’s spokesman told AFP officers had responded to a home in Calabasas near Los Angeles, where Jackson lives, over a “medical situation,” but refused to confirm the identity of the person taken to hospital.

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Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh appointed as the first mentor under 1Malaysia For Youth programme

International film actress Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh has been appointed as the first mentor under the 1Malaysia For Youth (1M4U) programme.

Among the first order of the day for Yeoh would be to raise awareness on crime prevention, road safety and promoting the country's beautiful eco-system.

Yeoh received the letter of appointment from Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak at the Prime Minister's Office here Tuesday.

Najib is also the chairman of the 1M4U board of trustees.

"I was very distraught when I heard about women, particularly, who were traumatised in carparks and by snatch thieves.

"We will (draw up a) campaign to make Malaysia safer and once we have the campaign in place, we will announce it," the Ipoh-born lass said.


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Legendary actor S. Shamsuddin dies at 84 Legendary actor S. Shamsuddin dies at 84

Actor, comedian S. Shamsuddin (right), 84, died at his home in Singapore on Tuesday. He died at 10:56am in his home at Block 101 Bukit Batok West Avenue 6, # 07-34, Jurong, Singapore.

Popular 50s and 60s comedy actor S Shamsuddin had died in his home at Bukit Batok in Jurong here this morning.

The 84-year-old, who acted alongside Malay movie legend Tan Sri P Ramlee, was rushed to the National University Hospital (NUH) where he was confirmed dead by doctors at 10.56am.

His son Mohamed Arifin Samsudin, 44, said his father had turned pale and he tried to resicitate him before being rushed to NUH.

Prior to that, Arifin said he was resting at home while his mother Puteh Ismoon, 77, was with his late father when the latter started to turn pale.

"The paramedics then arrived about 10 minutes later before he was rushed to the hospital," he said.

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Ghost marriage show slammed

THE Unbelievable, a popular paranormal programme produced by Hong Kong Cable TV, has been slammed for using departed celebrities to boost ratings.

Major Chinese dailies reported that the show's host Spencer Leung revealed that they planned to arrange a “ghost marriage” for late actress Barbara Yung Mei-ling or deceased actor-cum-DJ Paul Chung.

“We initially planned for me to marry Yung or another host, Shum Po Yee, to wed Chung.

“Then Shum was picked in a draw,” Leung said, adding that the wedding was expected to be held by the end of the month and the event broadcast in August.

He also disclosed that they initially targeted late superstars Anita Mui and Leslie Cheung but withdrew the idea after considering the huge fan base they have.


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Michelle Yeoh and Zang Toi set to receive honours

Celebrated actress Datuk Seri Michelle Yeoh and fashion icon Zang Toi are both said to be on the list of honours to be awarded by the King on his birthday.

Yeoh is on the list of people to be awarded the title of Tan Sri this Saturday, June 1.

According to a family member, Hong Kong-based Yeoh is busy working in Paris, but will be returning to Malaysia on Thursday, May 30 to prepare for the ceremony.

Michelle's fianc Jean Todt could also be attending the occasion.

Yeoh, 49 was born in Ipoh, Perak on Aug 6, 1963.

An actress of repute, she made her name as an action star in the Hong Kong film industry, and shot to international fame for her role in Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.

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Actress’ barking pet saves her from attacker in late night incident

The barking of her poodle saved actress Chris Tong from having her RM300,000 Mercedes-Benz SLK car-jacked in Taman Yulek, Cheras.

The 29-year-old former beauty queen, who had acted in several local and Singaporean dramas and movies, had just finished a meeting with a client in Jalan Kuchai Lama late on Monday night on her work in a new movie, said a source.

She had gone to get supper when the incident occurred early Tuesday morning.

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Actress charged with hurting ex-hubby

An actress was charged in the magistrate's court here yesterday with hurting her former husband by scratching his arm.

Sharifah Nadia Yusnita Abd Hanif, 33, pleaded not guilty to the summons charge of causing hurt to Lob Mahadir Abdul Syukur, a businessman, at Sekolah Kebangsaan Chee Wen in USJ 1, about 10.30am on Nov 25 last year.

Sharifah Nadia Yusnita Abd Hanif leaving the magistrate’s court in Petaling Jaya yesterday after pleading not guilty to a charge of causing hurt.

12 beauties in eco challenge

PERSEVERANCE paid-off for 12 Sabah beauties as they convinced shoppers at Giant Hypermarket in Citymall here to use the eco-friendly bags.


Miss Earth Sabah 2012 finalist Deidre Ann Walker helping a shopper load her groceries into an eco-friendly bag in Kota Kinabalu on Monday. Pic by Edmund Samunting

Korean celebrity chef Edward Kwon launches new TV series

Celebrity chef Edward Kwon, touted as “Asia’s Jamie Oliver” launched his new series Edventures In Asia at a media luncheon in KL Monday. The series is currently airing on Li TV.

TV host makes KL her home after marrying businessman boyfriend

Not wasting any time: Wong and Yew posing for a photograph during their Western-style wedding ceremony in Kuala Lumpu

She came to Malaysia, she loved it and now she is staying.

Angel Wong Chui Ling, who is from Hong Kong and a top Astro Wah Lai Toi television host, married her Malaysian businessman boyfriend Peter Yew in a private wedding ceremony on Saturday.

And Wong can't wait to start a family.

“No, I'm not pregnant yet,” the Hong Kong lass told The Daily Chilli.

“I wished I was. But yes, we do plan to have a baby as soon as possible.”

Popular actor joins Umno

jOINING THE WINNING TEAM: Afdlin (left) and Harun display their membership forms at the party's headquarters in PWTC

Afdlin Shauki, one of Malaysia's most versatile and popular artistes, yesterday joined Umno in an attempt to be more proactive towards the community after being a lifelong supporter of the
party.

"I have been voting for the party in all my years as a registered voter but I'm old enough now to contribute politically," said the Pappadom director, who had just turned 40.

Afdlin had also previously made a brief appearance in the Jodie Foster starrer Anna and The King and from the Buli and Sumolah fame said artistes should be more politically aware.

"I think artistes ought to have a stronger voice when it comes to politics. In countries like India and USA, artistes have a big say in determining election results. Similarly, artistes here too should have a voice," he said.

Afdlin however conceded he might lose a few followers due to his move to join Umno.

"I am aware that I could alienate some of my followers because they are also supporters of other parties.

But if they really follow me, they could understand the reason for my decision," he added.

Where is Anita Sarawak? The veteran singer has seemingly ‘disappeared’ without a trace and friends are worried. Is she sulking or facing personal problems?

When Anita Sarawak was caught for close proximity (khalwat) 16 years ago with her third ex-husband J.D.Nicholson, (her fiance then) she handled the issue like a true professional.

Not only did she attend hearing in court and paid the fine, she also appeared on stage several hours later to fulfil and honour her singing engagement.

That time, she was slated to give five performances at the Petaling Jaya Hilton over three days. I happened to catch the show the evening after Anita was caught. Anita had been up almost all night talking to religious officials and she attended the hearing the following day immediately after her afternoon performance.

It was close to 5pm when everything was finally settled. Anita barely had a wink of a sleep.

Yet, she came back to perform that evening. After opening the show with her usual fast numbers complete with slick moves and choreography, Anita asked the audience how they were doing.

Super Fast Super Babes

The Autobacs Super GT International series stormed through Sepang International Circuit recently. It is an important event as it is the only race in the series held outside of Japan. In addition to the race itself, motor sports fans can get up close view of their favourite GT Queens.

Pay P. Ramlee’s kin some of the millions, Shaw Bros urged

Home of the legend: A group visiting Rumah P. Ramlee in Penang.

Although Shaw Brothers is raking in millions of ringgit for television rights to the late Tan Sri P. Ramlee's movies, none of his family members have been paid royalties.

Lawyer Datuk Hamzah Mohd Kassim, who is representing the legendary filmmaker and songwriter's grandchildren, said it was only appropriate that a certain amount be paid to the family members as token payment.

“This, despite the ambiguity in legal provision when it comes to the entitlement of royalty payment for films made several decades ago,” he said at a gallery next to Rumah P. Ramlee, the house where the late entertainment icon grew up.

Recently, it is learnt that a cross-media group with significant presence in DTH (Direct-To-Home) TV services, paid Shaw Brothers several millions of ringgit for the rights to air P. Ramlee movies over three years.

Saved by 'baby bump'

DAPHNE IKING (pic) looked radiant when met at a perfume launch event in KLCC recently.

But behind that beautiful smile, Daphne is nursing some cuts and bruises a fter falling into a manhole just a few days before.

“I was at Jalan Alor to have a dinner meeting with the Bella (ntv7) team and I was walking up and down the pavement trying to get a glimpse of the crew's car (they were lost).

"Then I spotted them, so I ran to grab their attention that they had found the place — and then I fell unglamorously into a manhole!” said the Sabahan beauty.

She was on her own, while her husband Azmi Abdul Rahman (Joe) waited for their table with her three-year-old daughter Isobel Daniella, unaware she had fallen.

Dr M in hospital with chest infection

Dr Mahathir had been suffering from fever and cough prior to his admission.

Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad was hospitalised today with a suspected chest infection, following a recent fever and coughing bouts.

The former premier was admitted at the National Heart Institute (IJN) early this morning, and is currently undergoing antiviral treatment and physiotherapy for his chest condition.

Dr Mahathir has been told not take visitors unnecessarily at the hospital, where doctors expect to keep him until the end of the week.

The 85-year-old former prime minister has a history of heart complications and underwent two heart operations — once in 1989 and another in 2007.

The second, a heart bypass operation, was also conducted by surgeons at IJN.

In October of last year, Dr Mahathir was hospitalised during a trip to Melbourne, Australia, where he was admitted to Epworth Hospital there for three days after suffering from flu and cough.

Marriage on the cards for Kelantan Sultan

Kelantan may be welcoming a Raja Perempuan after the Sultan of Kelantan, Sultan Muhammad V, hinted that he may be getting married.

In a special new conference held on the launch of the Sultan of Kelantan Foundation here, he was asked whether a wedding was on the cards.

With a smile on his face, the Sultan replied: "InsyaAllah (God willing), I'm praying for it, and InsyaAllah, God will make it happen."

UK Britain Royal Family Wedding Photos.

Prince William and Kate Middleton married at Westminster Abbey yesterday in a sumptuous show of British pageantry that attracted a huge world audience and injected new life into the monarchy.

Before a flawless exchange of vows, a veiled Middleton wearing a laced dress with a long train, the first "commoner" to marry a prince in close proximity to the throne in more than 350 years, walked slowly through the 1,900-strong congregation.


As they met at the altar William, second in line to the throne, whispered to her, prompting a smile. The Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams declared the couple married with the words: "I pronounce that they be man and wife together."

Tens of thousands of people thronging the streets outside cheered when they heard the words, and again as the newly-weds left the abbey in a 1902 open-topped state landau carriage bound for Buckingham Palace, the queen's London residence.

Huge cheering crowds strained to catch a glimpse of the beaming couple as well as the military bands in black bearskin hats and cavalrymen in shining breastplates who escorted them to the palace.

Royalities and Celebrities rub shoulder in the events.

Prince William and his best men his brother Prince Harry.

Prince William giving his vows.

Kate waving to the crowd the day before the ceremony.

Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip leaving Westminster Abbey after the wedding ceremony yesterday

Prince William makes Kate Middleton his princess by putting the wedding ring on his bride’s finger at Westminster Abbey, London, yesterday.

Malaysia Agong in Prince William and KAte Middleton Royal Family marriage.

Prince William and his wife Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, kiss on the balcony of Buckingham Palace in London.Royal watchers waving Union Flags as they walk along The Mall towards Buckingham Palace after the wedding yesterday.Yang di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin and Raja Permaisuri Agong Tuanku Nur Zahirah attending the wedding yesterday.


To wild cheers and with their flags aloft, the crowds surging up The Mall finally saw the moment they had all been waiting for as Prince William kissed his bride Kate Middleton.

The net curtains of the Buckingham Palace balcony began twitching right at 1.23pm and then right on schedule, two minutes later, the world's most-watched newlyweds emerged, sparking huge cheers.

The rest of the royal family came out, although Queen Elizabeth II kept discreetly to one side -- this was her grandson's big day.