Shrek The Musical coming to town soon and Soo is eager to watch it
By KENNETH CHAW
entertainment@thestar.com.my
PETALING JAYA: Local celebrity Carmen Soo is ogre-whelmingly excited about watching Shrek The Musical, which opens in Kuala Lumpur in less than two weeks.
“I am a huge fan of the animated movie, so I'm excited to see how the show will come to life. I am also excited to finally meet the characters in person,” said the model and actress.
While the fairytale-based story is a dream come true for children, the musical is no less appealing to adults, thanks to its impressive combination of a witty script, stunning special effects and timeless music.
Fairytale goes live: Soo (inset) is excited to see the much-feared
ogre Shrek, the singing donkey and the beautiful Princess Fiona
live in action
Soo, who will be going to the show with fellow model and actress Elaine Daly, said anyone who has watched the original 2001 animated feature would know that even adults can relate to its theme.
“It sends out a positive message, that one should not be judged by their physical appearance, as people can have a good heart in spite of the way they look,” she said.
Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and lyricist David Lindsay-Abaire, Shrek The Musical tells the tale of a big-hearted green ogre, who is despised by many due to his unsightly appearance, only to win the heart of the beautiful Princess Fiona.
Kuala Lumpur-based singer Rozz agreed, saying that what she is most excited about are the 19 original songs composed by the award-winning Jeanine Tesori featured in the show.
“There is one song that I really like, Freak Flag (performed by the fairytale characters). I cannot wait to hear it live.
“The fact that the musical is playing to rave reviews in London's West End shows that it is not just for children, but it is also something everyone and anyone can enjoy,” she added.
Brought in by Yvents!, Shrek The Musical will be staged at Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, from June 19-24.
Tickets, priced at RM190, RM290, RM390, RM490 and RM590 (excluding RM3 ticketing fee), are available from TicketsPeople at 03-2287 2727, ticketspeople.com or at the information counter at Bangsar Village, Kuala Lumpur.
The show is supported by the Tourism Ministry and Malaysian Convention and Exhibition Bureau, with The Star as a media partner.
HSBC credit cardholders enjoy a 10% to 15% discount on tickets.
Carmen Soo to cheer for Malaysian Tigers tonight
By NR RAMOS
February 29, 2012, 3:13pm
Football fan Carmen Soo
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Azkals is not the only team with a famous beauty cheering them on.
Tonight at the Rizal Memorial Football Stadium, the Philippine Azakals will have Filipina actress Angel Locsin on their side while the equally ravishing Carmen Soo roots for the Malaysian Tigers during the friendly match.
Soo was present at a recent get-together organized by Malaysian Ambassador to the Philippines, Dato Ibrahim Saad in his home. The gathering was meant to celebrate the Philippine visit of the Tigers, considered the top football team in Southeast Asia.
In an interview with a TV news crew, Soo, who is Malaysian-Chinese, said that she is excited to cheer for her country’s team.
“I will support them all the way,” she said.
Rather curiously she added, "I will support them in spirit, and hopefully, physically as well."
Although it is a friendly game, Malaysian coach Datuk Rajagobal said they are not going to take it easy against the Azkals.
“They’re [Azkals] progressing very well and I respect them. But I don’t want my players to fear them,” he said.
The Azkals led by brothers Phil and James Younghusband, will use the friendly match to hone their defensive patterns before leaving for Nepal for the Challenge Cup this Friday.
“It will give us a clear view of our defensive shape, which we’ve been working on in Dubai (recent training camp), said Azkals team coach Michael Weiss.
Carmen Soo will star in HBO action-horror production, Dead Mine
Saturday, December 24, 2011 01:48 PM
Dead Mine is an action-horror production about a treasure hunter searching for Yamashita's Gold.
PRESS STATEMENT:
"Dead Mine, the landmark co-production by HBO Asia and Infinite Studios, features an international cast and crew.
"Directed and co-written by acclaimed British horror director Steven Sheil (Mum & Dad), Dead Mine stars cult Japanese action star Miki Mizuno (Sasori, Guilty of Romance, Bayside Shakedown); British actors Sam Hazeldine (Weekender, BBC'sPersuasion); Les Loveday (Mad, Sad & Bad); and Malaysian actress Carmen Soo (Malaysia-Philippines television series A Time for Us, Singapore television series The Pupil).
"Further regional cast members include four renowned Indonesian actors Ario Bayu (The Forbidden Door, Rumah Dara (Macabre)); Bang Tigor (Suami Suami Takut Istri,Menculik Miyabi, Lihat Boleh Pegang Jangan); Joe Taslim (Rasa, The Raid); Mike Lewis (Cinta Fitri, Suster Ngesot); and Singapore-based Japanese actor Jimmy T (American Yakuza, Dance Of The Dragon).
"Dead Mine also benefits from the involvement of key creative talents such as in-house production designer Ian Bailie, who served as supervising art director onAtonement and Pride and Prejudice; director of photography John Radel ACS, an award-winning Australian cinematographer who has worked on international feature films including Gillian Armstrong's docudrama Unfolding Florence, and The Philosophers; artist Orlando Bassi, who has been based in Bali for fifteen years and has a studio for Prosthetics, Wigmaking and Special Effects, and stunt and action choreography team Action Horizons, who currently operate the WaterWorld show at Universal Studios theme park in Singapore, and have worked on movies such asThe Usual Suspects, Air Force One and Killers.
"SYNOPSIS. The legend of Yamashita's Gold lures a rich amateur treasure hunter and his expert group deep into the Indonesian jungle. Once they find themselves trapped in what is seemingly an abandoned World War II Japanese bunker they face the terrifying reality that the only way out is further in.....
"Dead Mine is an English language action-horror feature film shot entirely in Batam, Indonesia, both on location and in Infinite Studios' brand new sound stage facility and is the first-ever original feature film co-production for HBO Asia. It will be given a theatrical release in selected Asian territories followed by exclusive television premieres across the HBO Asia network in 2012."
Ed's Note: When content falls under "Press Statement," this means that the material is fully and directly from the company itself. The use of open-and-close quotation marks to envelope the entire text shows as much. This also means that PEP is not the author of the statement being read. PEP is simply providing the information for readers who may be interested.
Carmen Soo wants to keep mum on real score between her and Lino Cayetano
10/12/2011 9:05 AM
by: Rhea Manila Santos
After arriving in the country last week, Malaysian actress Carmen Soo said she is currently on a short break from her showbiz commitments in other Asian countries. Push.com.ph caught up with pretty model-host at the recent Star Magic Catalogue autograph-signing after party held at the Cav Wine Bar last October 9 at Bonifacio High Street.
“I’ve been away for six months. It’s really, really nice to come back again. In the last few years since I first started coming to the Philippines, I always come back at least once every few months. Except for last year when I was here for nine months. So this time, I’ve been away for six months and I realized I really missed the Philippines because I still have my stuff here, I still got my friends and my work. So it’s good to come back here for just a little break, just to see everyone, have a pictorial and I have guestings coming up. I’m just really grateful to be back again even though it’s a very, very short trip,” she shared.
Carmen admitted she has had her hands full this year doing a lot of projects in the Southeast Asian region. “Actually the last few months have been really hectic so it’s just really about work. I’m just trying to find time to see my family in the meantime. I was doing a movie in Malaysia and also a TV series in Singapore. It was a reality show and I played a mentor for a search for new models. So I was juggling these so it’s a little bit too much so I’m kind of on a break for just a few days. I’m going to be here only for a few more days. It’s my birthday this weekend so ideally I want to be home with my family and all that,” she shared.
The former Wowowee co-host, who is continually being linked to director Lino Cayetano after they had been seen together in public on various occasions, still refused to give any specific details regarding the extent of their relationship. “We were definitely spotted together for sure. But anything more, I think there is no need to talk about it. Sorry! (laughs). I don’t want to talk about that. I think if you know, I don’t really talk about personal stuff so I’d rather don’t want to comment about it,” she said.
The actress admitted she has always been a private person despite her celebrity status. “I think the first time when I came to the Philippines, obviously there were a lot of speculation, there was a lot of questions about what goes on privately between the actors which I think was a little bit too invasive and I just sort of make it a point in the beginning that I think things are a private for a reason so it should stay private. Unless I’m getting married, then okay I’ll say it,” she explained.
Carmen said when she is in the country, she looks forward to catching up with friends and former workmates from Star Magic. “In many ways, I think showbiz in the Philippines works differently to begin with. So how they manage me is also different. It’s something I’ve already adjusted to. Actually there’s a few people in the Star Magic family that I’m very close to that I consider my family. So every time I come back, I will always meet them. We always have kuwento-kuwento and kain-kain, so we’re going to do that this week. So Tita Mariole (Alberto) and Mr. M (Johnny Manahan) take good care of me. And they always make sure that I’m okay. So I’m very happy. I just wish I could divide my body into two. So that I can be in Malaysia and the Philippines (laughs),” she added.
Carmen says that even though she is leaving sometime this week she is trying to squeeze in time for everybody close to her. “I want to see my friends here. I’m close to them, people that I’ve worked with like Cristine Reyes, Christian Bautista, Jericho Rosales, Maricar Reyes, Bettina Carlos, Nikki Gil, Valerie Concepcion, and Kelly Misa. So these people have become my friends and of course there are also people behind-the-scenes like the producers and the directors who I kept in touch with. So every time I come here I will try to text all of them, arrange breakfast, lunch, dinner so that I can see all of them if I can. Besides that, some of my favorite restaurants are here so every time I’m here I want to eat at this place. I miss the food. I have to go back to all these favorite restaurants. They are Filipino, Japanese, they’re like breakfast places, cafes and stuff. I have memories in those places so when I come back I like to go back there,” she said.
Carmen Soo back in Manila
Posted at 10/07/2011 12:28 PM | Updated as of 10/07/2011 6:37 PM
MANILA, Philippines - Malaysian actress Carmen Soo is back in Manila after being away for almost six months.
In an interview with ABS-CBN News, Soo admitted that she really missed the country and its people.
"I am back for a visit. I was away for six months because I was working with Malaysia and Singapore. Now I'm just back for a week, I had pictorial and finished it yesterday. Just for short visit," Soo said.
"These few days when I drive around the Philippines, it feels like it's nice to be here," she added.
Soo said she will back to Malaysia after a week, and might soon do a film in Singapore.
Soo is known as the leading lady of actor Jericho Rosales in the defunct hit series "Kahit Isang Saglit."
She was also part of ABS-CBN shows like "Showtime" and "Wowowee."
Soo is in the country as visitor of her friend, Lovely Rivero.
The Hunter, Malaysia’s First 3D Film
Written by: Deth_Banger on June 28, 2011
South East Asia seem to really be pumping out horror flicks at the moment and that is awesome, I say keep em’ coming. What we have here is touted as being Malaysia’s first ever 3D film entitled The Hunterfrom director Bjarne Wong.
The film is said to be filled with sex and gore and more risqué than anything they’ve done before, lets hope they can pull it off and prove it’s more than just a lot of hype.
The Hunter is written & directed by Bjarne Wong and stars Lou Qi 娄淇 (China) Carmen Soo 苏慧敏 Cindy Chen 陈思颐 Koe Yeet 高艺 Soo Wincci 苏盈之 Smyth Wong 王凯利 Tavani 胡嘉爱 and (Taiwan) Sharifah Amani.
The film is set to hit South East Asian theatres sometime in 2012, for more information and behind-the-scenes images check out their Facebook page and their yet to be constructedofficial website.
Synopsis: “A film crew from China is tasked to shoot exotic flora and fauna of the world’s mysterious 3rd largest island, Borneo. Historical treasures and hundred year old human skulls still hang in the almost untouched equatorial virgin rainforests native homes, in this the notorious tribal land of the Head-hunters. Locals known for their supernatural prowess, bravery and fighting abilities to survive had been at uncountable wars, ending always with enemy skulls brought back home as trophies. The head-hunters live by the hundreds under one common roof. They wear exquisite tribal tattoos over their bodies, intricate woven cloth, produce practical tools, and arts dedicated nature. But most of all, they craft the sacred and ferocious blades meant for ending their enemies lives, and without hesitation, separating skulls from the bodies. The journey began happily on Borneo Island, little did they expect that some would find love, passion and laughter while almost all will taste the stealthy killing power of the warriors enchanted blade around their necks.”
Source: Horror-Movies.ca
Shrek The Musical coming to town soon and Soo is eager to watch it
By KENNETH CHAW
entertainment@thestar.com.my
PETALING JAYA: Local celebrity Carmen Soo is ogre-whelmingly excited about watching Shrek The Musical, which opens in Kuala Lumpur in less than two weeks.
“I am a huge fan of the animated movie, so I'm excited to see how the show will come to life. I am also excited to finally meet the characters in person,” said the model and actress.
While the fairytale-based story is a dream come true for children, the musical is no less appealing to adults, thanks to its impressive combination of a witty script, stunning special effects and timeless music.
Fairytale goes live: Soo (inset) is excited to see the much-feared
ogre Shrek, the singing donkey and the beautiful Princess Fiona
live in action
Soo, who will be going to the show with fellow model and actress Elaine Daly, said anyone who has watched the original 2001 animated feature would know that even adults can relate to its theme.
“It sends out a positive message, that one should not be judged by their physical appearance, as people can have a good heart in spite of the way they look,” she said.
Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and lyricist David Lindsay-Abaire, Shrek The Musical tells the tale of a big-hearted green ogre, who is despised by many due to his unsightly appearance, only to win the heart of the beautiful Princess Fiona.
Kuala Lumpur-based singer Rozz agreed, saying that what she is most excited about are the 19 original songs composed by the award-winning Jeanine Tesori featured in the show.
“There is one song that I really like, Freak Flag (performed by the fairytale characters). I cannot wait to hear it live.
“The fact that the musical is playing to rave reviews in London's West End shows that it is not just for children, but it is also something everyone and anyone can enjoy,” she added.
Brought in by Yvents!, Shrek The Musical will be staged at Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, from June 19-24.
Tickets, priced at RM190, RM290, RM390, RM490 and RM590 (excluding RM3 ticketing fee), are available from TicketsPeople at 03-2287 2727, ticketspeople.com or at the information counter at Bangsar Village, Kuala Lumpur.
The show is supported by the Tourism Ministry and Malaysian Convention and Exhibition Bureau, with The Star as a media partner.
HSBC credit cardholders enjoy a 10% to 15% discount on tickets.
Carmen Soo to cheer for Malaysian Tigers tonight
By NR RAMOS
February 29, 2012, 3:13pm
Football fan Carmen Soo
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Azkals is not the only team with a famous beauty cheering them on.
Tonight at the Rizal Memorial Football Stadium, the Philippine Azakals will have Filipina actress Angel Locsin on their side while the equally ravishing Carmen Soo roots for the Malaysian Tigers during the friendly match.
Soo was present at a recent get-together organized by Malaysian Ambassador to the Philippines, Dato Ibrahim Saad in his home. The gathering was meant to celebrate the Philippine visit of the Tigers, considered the top football team in Southeast Asia.
In an interview with a TV news crew, Soo, who is Malaysian-Chinese, said that she is excited to cheer for her country’s team.
“I will support them all the way,” she said.
Rather curiously she added, "I will support them in spirit, and hopefully, physically as well."
Although it is a friendly game, Malaysian coach Datuk Rajagobal said they are not going to take it easy against the Azkals.
“They’re [Azkals] progressing very well and I respect them. But I don’t want my players to fear them,” he said.
The Azkals led by brothers Phil and James Younghusband, will use the friendly match to hone their defensive patterns before leaving for Nepal for the Challenge Cup this Friday.
“It will give us a clear view of our defensive shape, which we’ve been working on in Dubai (recent training camp), said Azkals team coach Michael Weiss.
Carmen Soo will star in HBO action-horror production, Dead Mine
Saturday, December 24, 2011 01:48 PM
Dead Mine is an action-horror production about a treasure hunter searching for Yamashita's Gold.
PRESS STATEMENT:
"Dead Mine, the landmark co-production by HBO Asia and Infinite Studios, features an international cast and crew.
"Directed and co-written by acclaimed British horror director Steven Sheil (Mum & Dad), Dead Mine stars cult Japanese action star Miki Mizuno (Sasori, Guilty of Romance, Bayside Shakedown); British actors Sam Hazeldine (Weekender, BBC'sPersuasion); Les Loveday (Mad, Sad & Bad); and Malaysian actress Carmen Soo (Malaysia-Philippines television series A Time for Us, Singapore television series The Pupil).
"Further regional cast members include four renowned Indonesian actors Ario Bayu (The Forbidden Door, Rumah Dara (Macabre)); Bang Tigor (Suami Suami Takut Istri,Menculik Miyabi, Lihat Boleh Pegang Jangan); Joe Taslim (Rasa, The Raid); Mike Lewis (Cinta Fitri, Suster Ngesot); and Singapore-based Japanese actor Jimmy T (American Yakuza, Dance Of The Dragon).
"Dead Mine also benefits from the involvement of key creative talents such as in-house production designer Ian Bailie, who served as supervising art director onAtonement and Pride and Prejudice; director of photography John Radel ACS, an award-winning Australian cinematographer who has worked on international feature films including Gillian Armstrong's docudrama Unfolding Florence, and The Philosophers; artist Orlando Bassi, who has been based in Bali for fifteen years and has a studio for Prosthetics, Wigmaking and Special Effects, and stunt and action choreography team Action Horizons, who currently operate the WaterWorld show at Universal Studios theme park in Singapore, and have worked on movies such asThe Usual Suspects, Air Force One and Killers.
"SYNOPSIS. The legend of Yamashita's Gold lures a rich amateur treasure hunter and his expert group deep into the Indonesian jungle. Once they find themselves trapped in what is seemingly an abandoned World War II Japanese bunker they face the terrifying reality that the only way out is further in.....
"Dead Mine is an English language action-horror feature film shot entirely in Batam, Indonesia, both on location and in Infinite Studios' brand new sound stage facility and is the first-ever original feature film co-production for HBO Asia. It will be given a theatrical release in selected Asian territories followed by exclusive television premieres across the HBO Asia network in 2012."
Ed's Note: When content falls under "Press Statement," this means that the material is fully and directly from the company itself. The use of open-and-close quotation marks to envelope the entire text shows as much. This also means that PEP is not the author of the statement being read. PEP is simply providing the information for readers who may be interested.
Carmen Soo wants to keep mum on real score between her and Lino Cayetano
10/12/2011 9:05 AM
by: Rhea Manila Santos
After arriving in the country last week, Malaysian actress Carmen Soo said she is currently on a short break from her showbiz commitments in other Asian countries. Push.com.ph caught up with pretty model-host at the recent Star Magic Catalogue autograph-signing after party held at the Cav Wine Bar last October 9 at Bonifacio High Street.
“I’ve been away for six months. It’s really, really nice to come back again. In the last few years since I first started coming to the Philippines, I always come back at least once every few months. Except for last year when I was here for nine months. So this time, I’ve been away for six months and I realized I really missed the Philippines because I still have my stuff here, I still got my friends and my work. So it’s good to come back here for just a little break, just to see everyone, have a pictorial and I have guestings coming up. I’m just really grateful to be back again even though it’s a very, very short trip,” she shared.
Carmen admitted she has had her hands full this year doing a lot of projects in the Southeast Asian region. “Actually the last few months have been really hectic so it’s just really about work. I’m just trying to find time to see my family in the meantime. I was doing a movie in Malaysia and also a TV series in Singapore. It was a reality show and I played a mentor for a search for new models. So I was juggling these so it’s a little bit too much so I’m kind of on a break for just a few days. I’m going to be here only for a few more days. It’s my birthday this weekend so ideally I want to be home with my family and all that,” she shared.
The former Wowowee co-host, who is continually being linked to director Lino Cayetano after they had been seen together in public on various occasions, still refused to give any specific details regarding the extent of their relationship. “We were definitely spotted together for sure. But anything more, I think there is no need to talk about it. Sorry! (laughs). I don’t want to talk about that. I think if you know, I don’t really talk about personal stuff so I’d rather don’t want to comment about it,” she said.
The actress admitted she has always been a private person despite her celebrity status. “I think the first time when I came to the Philippines, obviously there were a lot of speculation, there was a lot of questions about what goes on privately between the actors which I think was a little bit too invasive and I just sort of make it a point in the beginning that I think things are a private for a reason so it should stay private. Unless I’m getting married, then okay I’ll say it,” she explained.
Carmen said when she is in the country, she looks forward to catching up with friends and former workmates from Star Magic. “In many ways, I think showbiz in the Philippines works differently to begin with. So how they manage me is also different. It’s something I’ve already adjusted to. Actually there’s a few people in the Star Magic family that I’m very close to that I consider my family. So every time I come back, I will always meet them. We always have kuwento-kuwento and kain-kain, so we’re going to do that this week. So Tita Mariole (Alberto) and Mr. M (Johnny Manahan) take good care of me. And they always make sure that I’m okay. So I’m very happy. I just wish I could divide my body into two. So that I can be in Malaysia and the Philippines (laughs),” she added.
Carmen says that even though she is leaving sometime this week she is trying to squeeze in time for everybody close to her. “I want to see my friends here. I’m close to them, people that I’ve worked with like Cristine Reyes, Christian Bautista, Jericho Rosales, Maricar Reyes, Bettina Carlos, Nikki Gil, Valerie Concepcion, and Kelly Misa. So these people have become my friends and of course there are also people behind-the-scenes like the producers and the directors who I kept in touch with. So every time I come here I will try to text all of them, arrange breakfast, lunch, dinner so that I can see all of them if I can. Besides that, some of my favorite restaurants are here so every time I’m here I want to eat at this place. I miss the food. I have to go back to all these favorite restaurants. They are Filipino, Japanese, they’re like breakfast places, cafes and stuff. I have memories in those places so when I come back I like to go back there,” she said.
Carmen Soo back in Manila
Posted at 10/07/2011 12:28 PM | Updated as of 10/07/2011 6:37 PM
MANILA, Philippines - Malaysian actress Carmen Soo is back in Manila after being away for almost six months.
In an interview with ABS-CBN News, Soo admitted that she really missed the country and its people.
"I am back for a visit. I was away for six months because I was working with Malaysia and Singapore. Now I'm just back for a week, I had pictorial and finished it yesterday. Just for short visit," Soo said.
"These few days when I drive around the Philippines, it feels like it's nice to be here," she added.
Soo said she will back to Malaysia after a week, and might soon do a film in Singapore.
Soo is known as the leading lady of actor Jericho Rosales in the defunct hit series "Kahit Isang Saglit."
She was also part of ABS-CBN shows like "Showtime" and "Wowowee."
Soo is in the country as visitor of her friend, Lovely Rivero.
Shrek The Musical coming to town soon and Soo is eager to watch it
By KENNETH CHAW
entertainment@thestar.com.my
PETALING JAYA: Local celebrity Carmen Soo is ogre-whelmingly excited about watching Shrek The Musical, which opens in Kuala Lumpur in less than two weeks.
“I am a huge fan of the animated movie, so I'm excited to see how the show will come to life. I am also excited to finally meet the characters in person,” said the model and actress.
While the fairytale-based story is a dream come true for children, the musical is no less appealing to adults, thanks to its impressive combination of a witty script, stunning special effects and timeless music.
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| Fairytale goes live: Soo (inset) is excited to see the much-feared ogre Shrek, the singing donkey and the beautiful Princess Fiona live in action |
Soo, who will be going to the show with fellow model and actress Elaine Daly, said anyone who has watched the original 2001 animated feature would know that even adults can relate to its theme.
“It sends out a positive message, that one should not be judged by their physical appearance, as people can have a good heart in spite of the way they look,” she said.
Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and lyricist David Lindsay-Abaire, Shrek The Musical tells the tale of a big-hearted green ogre, who is despised by many due to his unsightly appearance, only to win the heart of the beautiful Princess Fiona.
Kuala Lumpur-based singer Rozz agreed, saying that what she is most excited about are the 19 original songs composed by the award-winning Jeanine Tesori featured in the show.
“There is one song that I really like, Freak Flag (performed by the fairytale characters). I cannot wait to hear it live.
“The fact that the musical is playing to rave reviews in London's West End shows that it is not just for children, but it is also something everyone and anyone can enjoy,” she added.
Brought in by Yvents!, Shrek The Musical will be staged at Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, from June 19-24.
Tickets, priced at RM190, RM290, RM390, RM490 and RM590 (excluding RM3 ticketing fee), are available from TicketsPeople at 03-2287 2727, ticketspeople.com or at the information counter at Bangsar Village, Kuala Lumpur.
The show is supported by the Tourism Ministry and Malaysian Convention and Exhibition Bureau, with The Star as a media partner.
HSBC credit cardholders enjoy a 10% to 15% discount on tickets.
Carmen Soo to cheer for Malaysian Tigers tonight
By NR RAMOS
February 29, 2012, 3:13pm
Football fan Carmen Soo
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Azkals is not the only team with a famous beauty cheering them on.
Tonight at the Rizal Memorial Football Stadium, the Philippine Azakals will have Filipina actress Angel Locsin on their side while the equally ravishing Carmen Soo roots for the Malaysian Tigers during the friendly match.
Soo was present at a recent get-together organized by Malaysian Ambassador to the Philippines, Dato Ibrahim Saad in his home. The gathering was meant to celebrate the Philippine visit of the Tigers, considered the top football team in Southeast Asia.
In an interview with a TV news crew, Soo, who is Malaysian-Chinese, said that she is excited to cheer for her country’s team.
“I will support them all the way,” she said.
Rather curiously she added, "I will support them in spirit, and hopefully, physically as well."
Although it is a friendly game, Malaysian coach Datuk Rajagobal said they are not going to take it easy against the Azkals.
“They’re [Azkals] progressing very well and I respect them. But I don’t want my players to fear them,” he said.
The Azkals led by brothers Phil and James Younghusband, will use the friendly match to hone their defensive patterns before leaving for Nepal for the Challenge Cup this Friday.
“It will give us a clear view of our defensive shape, which we’ve been working on in Dubai (recent training camp), said Azkals team coach Michael Weiss.
Carmen Soo will star in HBO action-horror production, Dead Mine
Saturday, December 24, 2011 01:48 PM
Dead Mine is an action-horror production about a treasure hunter searching for Yamashita's Gold.
The Hunter, Malaysia’s First 3D Film
Written by: Deth_Banger on June 28, 2011The film is said to be filled with sex and gore and more risqué than anything they’ve done before, lets hope they can pull it off and prove it’s more than just a lot of hype.
The Hunter is written & directed by Bjarne Wong and stars Lou Qi 娄淇 (China) Carmen Soo 苏慧敏 Cindy Chen 陈思颐 Koe Yeet 高艺 Soo Wincci 苏盈之 Smyth Wong 王凯利 Tavani 胡嘉爱 and (Taiwan) Sharifah Amani.
The film is set to hit South East Asian theatres sometime in 2012, for more information and behind-the-scenes images check out their Facebook page and their yet to be constructedofficial website.
Synopsis: “A film crew from China is tasked to shoot exotic flora and fauna of the world’s mysterious 3rd largest island, Borneo. Historical treasures and hundred year old human skulls still hang in the almost untouched equatorial virgin rainforests native homes, in this the notorious tribal land of the Head-hunters. Locals known for their supernatural prowess, bravery and fighting abilities to survive had been at uncountable wars, ending always with enemy skulls brought back home as trophies. The head-hunters live by the hundreds under one common roof. They wear exquisite tribal tattoos over their bodies, intricate woven cloth, produce practical tools, and arts dedicated nature. But most of all, they craft the sacred and ferocious blades meant for ending their enemies lives, and without hesitation, separating skulls from the bodies. The journey began happily on Borneo Island, little did they expect that some would find love, passion and laughter while almost all will taste the stealthy killing power of the warriors enchanted blade around their necks.”
Source: Horror-Movies.ca
Hunter shooting under way in Malaysia
By Patrick Frater
Wed, 22 June 2011, 21:02 PM (HKT)
Shooting of The Hunter, a Malaysian 3-D thriller, got underway this week.
The Cantonese-language film is directed by Bjarne Wong (pictured). It is a story about a documentary film crew who venture into the Borneo jungle to investigate the cult of headhunting and end up with plenty of misadventures of their own.
It stars Cindy Chen, Lou Qi, Tavani Hu, Carmen Soo, Wincci Soo, Cindy Chen, Koe Yeet, Smyth Wong, Isaac Wong and Sharifah Amani.
Wong says the rain forest itself is a major character and he aims to show off Malaysia's natural beauty.
The film has a production budget of RM6 million ($1.98 million) and is backed by Asia Entertainment Media.
Some 45 days of shooting will take place chiefly in Sarawak, Malaysia, with an additional stop in Hong Kong.
Source:Film Business AsiaLocal director to produce ‘The Hunter’ in 3D
by Jane Moh reporters@theborneopost.com. Posted on June 21, 2011, Tuesday
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| READY TO ROLL: (from right) Tavani, Chen, Smyth, Amani, Rocky, Wong and Ong (behind Wong) posing for the press. |
SIBU: Shooting of ‘The Hunter’, the much-anticipated first 3D film in South East Asia, begins tomorrow.
Director Bjarne Wong told a press conference yesterday that he would try to finish shooting within 45 days.
“This is the first 3D film in South East Asia because no one else has ever done a shooting using a 3D camera on the set before,” he enthused.
Wong said the RM6 million film, shooting of which would begin in Sibu, would showcase the beauty of Borneo in general.
“I shot in Kuching before but not in Sibu. I am from Sibu and it has been my dream to come back and shoot this town.”
Malaysian actress Carmen Soo and Chinese actor Rocky play the lead roles.
Other members of the cast include Malaysian model Isaac Ong, Malaysian actors Smyth Wong and Sharifah Amani, Miss World Malaysia first runner-up Cindy Chen, Taiwanese Tavani and local actors Aaron Alfar and Lai Jong Hai.
Wong said 90 per cent of the shooting would take place in Borneo and the remainder in Hong Kong.
Among the locations earmarked are Sibu, Kuching, Serian, Bau and Matang.
“I think through this film I will be able to bring a Malaysian film abroad. I plan to do that.”
He revealed that ‘The Hunter’ would be released sometime next year and would be shown in Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia and India.
Wong’s past masterpieces include ‘The Legend of the Red Curse’, ‘Possessed’, ‘Sayang You Can Dance’ and ‘Hikayat Merong Mahawangsa’
Source: Borneo Post Online
Blood, gore and sex from The Hunter
By CHEW WAN YING
entertainment@thestar.com.my
Friday June 17, 2011
For one, Soo, who is seen in local films like The 3rd Generation, Visits: Hungry Ghost Anthology and more recently, in Philippine productions like A Love Affair, is playing a character unlike the glamorous model we know.
Soo said: “I play a stern and ambitious director who is so focused on her work that she doesn’t think about anything else. However, as the plot thickens, she will slowly reveal different sides of herself.
“Thankfully, in my line, I’ve worked with many directors. I think I’m going to have fun playing the role and slowly losing the Carmen Soo side of me.
“We will be filming in the rainforest. So we are not going to be in dresses, heels and make-up. Bjarne warned us to be prepared for a lot of running, falling down as well as getting dirty. There’ll be no time for vanity.”
In fact, Soo first checked her vanity at the door when she was required to play a disfigured character in 2004’s Visits.
“When I first started in my career, due to my modelling background, I was concerned about looking nice. As I go along I try to put that aside because it gets in the way of (portraying) your character. For the movie to work, it’s whether you look right or not,” she noted.
Read full article here: The Star Online
Soo-perstar!
Cinema Online – June 14, 2011
Carmen Soo Wai Mun, or more popularly known as Carmen Soo among her Malaysian fans, has reportedly appeared in over a dozen commercials and had co-starred alongside Taiwanese actress Shu Qi, in the 1999 Jackie Chan movie, "Gorgeous". She then went on the star in the Filipino teleseries "Kahit Isang Saglit", which garnered her star status in the Philippines as the first and only Malaysian actress who has appeared in a Filipino TV series.
The actress who will now star in Bjarne Wong's upcoming horror movie "The Hunter", as one of the leads alongside Sharifah Amani, Tavani Hu, Lou Qi, Soo Wincci and more, speaks on her upcoming role and the expectations of shooting in the jungles of Borneo next month.
Interview conducted recently at "The Hunter" press conference at Movie Carnival 2011, IPC Shopping Centre.
Q: Hi Carmen, will "The Hunter" be your first horror/thriller movie?
Actually no, the first horror film I did is a short film titled "Visits". "Visits" combines four short films into one. I took part in one of them and played a ghost. However, it will be quite different for "The Hunter" as I am basically switching roles to play the victim instead.
Q: What are the preparations like before you start shooting for your role?
In this film, I play the role of the director that is conducting a shooting in the jungle. So my homework is to understand and observe a director's work, their attitude, as well as how they behave towards their actors on set. Of course, I want to play my own character because not all directors are the same, so I aim to bring something different to the role.
Q: So, any must have items you must bring into jungle?
Yes absolutely, mosquito repellant and also something to prevent snakes! I am very scared of snakes. (laughs)
Q: How do you feel about acting in the wilderness of the Borneo jungle?
Normally for actors, we go through all kinds of risky conditions and experiences, but I won't say that this is the worst experience I'll ever have. It's true that it will be somewhat hard to go through all of this, but the good thing for us is that we need not worry about appearances because we are supposed to get dirty in the jungle.
Q: What do you think about the other actors you will be working with?
Well, I have acted with Sharifah Amani before. I know Soo Wincci for quite some time but we never acted together. Also, it is my first time acting with Tavani Hu and Lou Qi. So, this film has a lot of familiar people and also new people as well, but I guess they are the same and we will work well together.
Q: Thank you for your time Carmen, all the best to you.
Thank you so much!
"The Hunter" is expected to be released in Malaysia and Singapore sometime next year.
Source: Yahoo News Malaysia
Actually no, the first horror film I did is a short film titled "Visits". "Visits" combines four short films into one. I took part in one of them and played a ghost. However, it will be quite different for "The Hunter" as I am basically switching roles to play the victim instead.
In this film, I play the role of the director that is conducting a shooting in the jungle. So my homework is to understand and observe a director's work, their attitude, as well as how they behave towards their actors on set. Of course, I want to play my own character because not all directors are the same, so I aim to bring something different to the role.
Yes absolutely, mosquito repellant and also something to prevent snakes! I am very scared of snakes. (laughs)
Normally for actors, we go through all kinds of risky conditions and experiences, but I won't say that this is the worst experience I'll ever have. It's true that it will be somewhat hard to go through all of this, but the good thing for us is that we need not worry about appearances because we are supposed to get dirty in the jungle.
Well, I have acted with Sharifah Amani before. I know Soo Wincci for quite some time but we never acted together. Also, it is my first time acting with Tavani Hu and Lou Qi. So, this film has a lot of familiar people and also new people as well, but I guess they are the same and we will work well together.
Thank you so much!
Show: Malaysia’s first 3-D movie
HIS last film, Sayang You Can Dance, starring Indonesian heartthrob Samuel Rizal and the bankable Sharifah Amani, bombed at the box office but Kuching-born director Bjarne Wong is not one to believe in jinxes.
“When a film does not do well, it certainly hurts, but that does not stop me from trying again, with different stories that strike a chord with viewers,” he says.
“Sayang You Can Dance was a romantic story and slight tear-jerker, and perhaps viewers have watched similar stories. But my latest project is a scare fest with a difference.” His new film, produced by Asia Entertainment Media, is The Hunter. It will go down in local film history as the country’s first 3-D production on the big screen.
Filming will start this month, in Kuching, Serian, Sibu and other major towns in Sarawak. Wong hopes to wrap it up in 45 days.
“The RM6 million project is set in the Borneo rainforest. We’ve got state-of-the-art South Korean technology for the 3-D effects and fight scenes that I executed with tips from Hong Kong’s Stanley Tong,” says Wong.
The film, in Mandarin, Cantonese, English and Malay, is about a group of documentary filmmakers who are stalked by a mysterious force in the jungle.
A joint production of China, Taiwan and Malaysia, it stars Chinese actor Rocky Lou Qi (Bodyguards And Assassins), singer-actresses Cindy Chen and Soo Wincci, Taiwanese model-actress Tavani Hu, and Malaysian actors Isaac Ong, Carmen Soo, Koe Yeet, Sharifah Amani and Wong’s brother, Smith. It will be released middle of next year in Malaysia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Indonesia, Brunei and the Philippines.
Lou, who plays the protagonist, a gentlemanly photographer, says: “I’m looking forward to seeing my first Malaysian project succeed at the box office. I’ve even promised my co-stars that I’ll show off my six-pack then!” Chen, who plays a mischievous actress, says it is her second film with Wong. The first was Possessed, made five years ago.
“Originally, I was not the female lead, but the production team decided otherwise. It’s a great opportunity to work with some of the country’s brightest new stars, especially Amani, not to mention Tavani and Rocky.” Ong, a model and nutritionist from Malacca, plays a playboy who shares passionate moments with Hu’s character.
“I was rather shy about doing such scenes, but Bjarne tactfully helped me get there,” he says of his movie debut experience.
Hu, who has acted in TV shows in the last four years, says: “I’m happy to star in my first Malaysian film because I’ve always believed in having an all-star East Asian movie, preferably a horror flick.”
Carmen, who plays a no-nonsense director, says every character has a pivotal role in the story’s direction, positively or otherwise.
“The Hunter is a story-within-a-story, and that makes it an interesting watch. There are no real good and bad guys, everybody has issues and strengths, and my character is different this time,” she says.
Koe, who plays Carmen’s younger sister, says: “My character is less of a sweetie than in Homecoming. She is mischievous and some of the things she does lands the cast and crew in trouble.” Smith, who is also the show’s image consultant, says it is his fourth film with his brother. “I play Tong, a laid-back man. He and Cindy’s character do not get along, but he loves her,” he says.
Amani, who starred in Wong’s Possessed with Amber Chia, plays Annie, a tour guide for the actors, who is based in Kuching.“It’s always a pleasure to work with Bjarne and Smith as they encourage us to develop our characters. While I’m playing a Sarawak girl again after Sayang You Can Dance, Annie is different, and she gets bloodied!” Wincci, who sings the film’s theme song, Scary, says: “My character is the irritating, nasty one. She is the documentary film host who has problems in her life. It’s an honour to not only star in my first major movie, but also to write and sing its theme song.” The film was launched at Ikano Power Centre in Mutiara Damansara, Petaling Jaya, recently. Also present was its executive producer Dr Nixon Yap.
Source: New Strait Times Malaysia
"Hunter" at MC11 launch
By Naseem Randhawa
1 June - The official launch of Cinema Online's Movie Carnival 2011 witnessed a huge crowd of movie buffs as well as the cast of "The Hunter" that included Sharifah Amani, Carmen Soo, Tavani Hu, Soo Wincci and more!
The cast of "The Hunter" posing for the press at the launch of Movie Carnival 2011.
"The Hunter's" press conference that was held to coincide with the launch of Malaysia's biggest movie event of the year; Movie Carnival 2011 was attended by director Bjarne Won, Sharifah Amani, Carmen Soo, Tavani Hu, Soo Wincci, Cindy Chen, Lou Qi, Issac Ong, Smyth Wong and Koe Yeet.
Horror-thriller 3D film, "The Hunter", which is directed by Sarawakian-born Bjarne Wong is also a joint production venture with China and Taiwan as it features an actors from those countries; such as Lou Qi who's from China, Tavani Hu from Taiwan and Carmen Soo, Sharifah Amani and Soo Wincci from Malaysia.
During the movie's press conference that was hosted by Soo Wincci, the director and cast of the movie answered various questions from the press, and also elaborated on their upcoming roles for the movie that will begin its principle photography at the jungles of Borneo this June.
Source: Cinema Online
THE HUNTER – SOUTH EAST ASIA FIRST 3D FILM
A film crew from China is tasked to shoot exotic flora and fauna of the world’s mysterious 3rd largest island, Borneo. Historical facts and hundred years old human skulls still hung in the almost untouched equatorial virgin rainforests native homes, had for once given its notorious tribal name, Land of the Headhunters. Locals known for their supernatural prowess, bravery and fighting abilities to survive had been at uncountable wars, ending always with enemy skulls brought back home as trophies. Staying in world record long houses the headhunters live by the hundreds under one common roof. They wear exquisite tribal tattoos over their bodies, intricate woven clothe wares, produced practical tools, do arts related to nature. But most of all, they crafted the sacred and ferocious blades meant for ending their enemies lives and without hesitation separating skulls from the bodies!
The journey began…… Happily landing their feet on Borneo Island, the Chinese crew met local associates to assist them in their filming excursion in the wild jungles. Little did they expect that some would find love, passion and laughters while almost all will taste the stealthy killing power of the warriors enchanted blade over their necks. With state of the art cinematography, creative ethnical blended sounds arrangements, sophisticated computer generated images (CGI) and the first South East Asia’s 3D effects in place and thoughtful imaginary screenplay writing, the movie will be of a spectacularly spellbounding quality. With sought after actors and actresses casted from China and Malaysia, coupled by seasoned adventurous directing & editing, packed with horror, suspense, little comical humours and stunts, the movie sets which are in China, Hong Kong & Sarawak on the island of Borneo promises viewers world class adrenaline gushing entertainment. Find out……… Who gets hunted & who is THE HUNTER?
Director: Bjarne Wong
Cast: Lou Qi, Cindy Chen, Carmen Soo, Soo Wincci, Koe Yeet, Smyth Wong, Sharifah Amani, Tavini
Movie Release date : Q1- 2012
Source: www.aforadio.com
"Hunter" at MC11 launch |
By Naseem Randhawa
1 June - The official launch of Cinema Online's Movie Carnival 2011 witnessed a huge crowd of movie buffs as well as the cast of "The Hunter" that included Sharifah Amani, Carmen Soo, Tavani Hu, Soo Wincci and more!
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| The cast of "The Hunter" posing for the press at the launch of Movie Carnival 2011. |
"The Hunter's" press conference that was held to coincide with the launch of Malaysia's biggest movie event of the year; Movie Carnival 2011 was attended by director Bjarne Won, Sharifah Amani, Carmen Soo, Tavani Hu, Soo Wincci, Cindy Chen, Lou Qi, Issac Ong, Smyth Wong and Koe Yeet.
Horror-thriller 3D film, "The Hunter", which is directed by Sarawakian-born Bjarne Wong is also a joint production venture with China and Taiwan as it features an actors from those countries; such as Lou Qi who's from China, Tavani Hu from Taiwan and Carmen Soo, Sharifah Amani and Soo Wincci from Malaysia.
During the movie's press conference that was hosted by Soo Wincci, the director and cast of the movie answered various questions from the press, and also elaborated on their upcoming roles for the movie that will begin its principle photography at the jungles of Borneo this June.
Source: Cinema Online
A film crew from China is tasked to shoot exotic flora and fauna of the world’s mysterious 3rd largest island, Borneo. Historical facts and hundred years old human skulls still hung in the almost untouched equatorial virgin rainforests native homes, had for once given its notorious tribal name, Land of the Headhunters. Locals known for their supernatural prowess, bravery and fighting abilities to survive had been at uncountable wars, ending always with enemy skulls brought back home as trophies. Staying in world record long houses the headhunters live by the hundreds under one common roof. They wear exquisite tribal tattoos over their bodies, intricate woven clothe wares, produced practical tools, do arts related to nature. But most of all, they crafted the sacred and ferocious blades meant for ending their enemies lives and without hesitation separating skulls from the bodies!
The journey began…… Happily landing their feet on Borneo Island, the Chinese crew met local associates to assist them in their filming excursion in the wild jungles. Little did they expect that some would find love, passion and laughters while almost all will taste the stealthy killing power of the warriors enchanted blade over their necks. With state of the art cinematography, creative ethnical blended sounds arrangements, sophisticated computer generated images (CGI) and the first South East Asia’s 3D effects in place and thoughtful imaginary screenplay writing, the movie will be of a spectacularly spellbounding quality. With sought after actors and actresses casted from China and Malaysia, coupled by seasoned adventurous directing & editing, packed with horror, suspense, little comical humours and stunts, the movie sets which are in China, Hong Kong & Sarawak on the island of Borneo promises viewers world class adrenaline gushing entertainment. Find out……… Who gets hunted & who is THE HUNTER?
Director: Bjarne Wong
Cast: Lou Qi, Cindy Chen, Carmen Soo, Soo Wincci, Koe Yeet, Smyth Wong, Sharifah Amani, Tavini
Movie Release date : Q1- 2012
Launching Movie Carnival 2011 were the cast of The Hunter
There to help launch the event were the cast of the up-coming movie, The Hunter, South East Asia's first 3D movie boasting a cast from Taiwan, China and Malaysia. The Cantonese-language movie, scheduled for a 2012 release, tells of a film crew from China visiting the island of Borneo to shoot the flora and fauna, only to be caught up in a more terrifying plot.
Directed by Bjarne Wong, The Hunter, stars Cindy Chen, Lou Qi, Tavani Hu, Carmen Soo, Wincci Soo, Cindy Chen, Koe Yeet, Smyth Wong, Isaac Wong and Sharifah Amani and is set in China, Hong Kong and Sarawak.
Make your way to IPC and you might just bump into the stars of The Hunter, KL Gangster,Tolong! Awek Aku Pontianak, Start Good End Good and Karipap Karipap Cinta. Visitors will also get a chance to test their acting skills and experience life in front of the camera, or even get signed up for an upcoming movie as directors Ahmad Idham, James Lee and Bjarne Wong look for future stars at the Production Casting Studio booth.
Kids too will be entertained by special appearances of The Smurfs, Po from Kung Fu Panda and Alvin & The Chipmunks among others. Be at the shopping center on 7th June as 500 Smurfs are set loose in celebration of the Global Smurf Day on 25 June.
Great movie prizes, including LCD TVs, 10,000 movie passes and movie merchandise, will also be up for grabs during the event's many activities such as the Movie Freak Q&A, the Popcorn Eating Challenges and the Kung Fu Panda Chopstick Challenge.
Source: The Star Mobile
There to help launch the event were the cast of the up-coming movie, The Hunter, South East Asia's first 3D movie boasting a cast from Taiwan, China and Malaysia. The Cantonese-language movie, scheduled for a 2012 release, tells of a film crew from China visiting the island of Borneo to shoot the flora and fauna, only to be caught up in a more terrifying plot.
Directed by Bjarne Wong, The Hunter, stars Cindy Chen, Lou Qi, Tavani Hu, Carmen Soo, Wincci Soo, Cindy Chen, Koe Yeet, Smyth Wong, Isaac Wong and Sharifah Amani and is set in China, Hong Kong and Sarawak.
Make your way to IPC and you might just bump into the stars of The Hunter, KL Gangster,Tolong! Awek Aku Pontianak, Start Good End Good and Karipap Karipap Cinta. Visitors will also get a chance to test their acting skills and experience life in front of the camera, or even get signed up for an upcoming movie as directors Ahmad Idham, James Lee and Bjarne Wong look for future stars at the Production Casting Studio booth.
Kids too will be entertained by special appearances of The Smurfs, Po from Kung Fu Panda and Alvin & The Chipmunks among others. Be at the shopping center on 7th June as 500 Smurfs are set loose in celebration of the Global Smurf Day on 25 June.
Great movie prizes, including LCD TVs, 10,000 movie passes and movie merchandise, will also be up for grabs during the event's many activities such as the Movie Freak Q&A, the Popcorn Eating Challenges and the Kung Fu Panda Chopstick Challenge.
What's cooking with the celebs...
By Steven Patrick
Enough of bedrooms, let's find out what do celebrities get up to...in their kitchens...
Celebrities will be cooking up a storm in Dapur Selebriti Knorr, a new reality show, hosted by Sheila Rusly.
Celebrities showing off their culinary skills include couples Khai and Rosma and AC Mizal dan Emylia Rosnaida.
Celebs on their own include Rozita Che Wan, Dira Abu Zahar, Zizan Nin, Elaine Daly, Carmen Soo.
There will also be sibling pairings like Shasha Saidin dan Zain Saidin and Linda Rafar dan Diana Rafar.
The series begins Jun 10 on TV 3 at 6 pm, showcasing lots of yummy stuff!
So, be sure preserve your taste-buds and keep some food at hand!
Celebs on their own include Rozita Che Wan, Dira Abu Zahar, Zizan Nin, Elaine Daly, Carmen Soo.
There will also be sibling pairings like Shasha Saidin dan Zain Saidin and Linda Rafar dan Diana Rafar.
The series begins Jun 10 on TV 3 at 6 pm, showcasing lots of yummy stuff!
So, be sure preserve your taste-buds and keep some food at hand!
Source: The Daily Chilli
2011/05/22
By Danny Ooi
The mall's marketing communication manager, Wendy Wong, said that through the "Model Search" and "Charity Fashion Show", everyone can be a model for a good cause.
At the function, celebrities like Amber Chia, Elaine Daly, Carmen Soo, Peter Davis and Hansen Lee took to the runway and were role models to their wanna-bes.
They paraded in clothing and footwear by Esprit, Rockport and Forever 21.
When met after the function, Chia said it was not always that a fashion show would have a charitable link.
"I am delighted to be a part of this noble cause to help the needy kids," she said.
Soo said she was glad to be able to join the Vogue for Virtue.
"It is wonderful that all of us are able to come together to do something important.
"In unity, there's strength," she added.
Daly said she was pleased to do her part for charity.
The function also gave her a chance to be in Penang to meet her fans and taste the local hawker food.
Present were State Tourism Development and Culture Committee chairman Danny Law Heng Kiang and Queensbay Mall's marketing communications manager Wendy Wong.
Local singing troupe Georgetown Choir and Danzity, the champion of Super Dancers Competition 2011, performed for the guests.
Co-sponsors of the function were Hotel Equatorial Penang, Forever 21, Fireflyz, Biotherm, Hair Icon, Mix Academy Make Up Expression, Velvet Production and Padini.
