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Spotlight on Spectacular SWANASA Stars

Edward Hong

This will be the first of many posts whose purpose is to provide a spotlight on some rather amazing SWANASA (South West Asia, North Africa, and South Asia) actors that you should know, whether they are well known or not. What they have in common is that not only are they are all terrific artists but wonderful human beings that have come to my attention recently in their art and advocacy. Here are the eight (in the many to come) to kick it off:

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‘Quantum Leap’ Showrunners Talk Hannah’s Return and Their Love for Fan Theories

Laura Sirikul

Quantum Leap was one of the few series that was able to complete their entire season before both the Writers’ and Actors’ strikes. Since the series was renewed early on, showrunners Martin Gero and Dean Georgaris and their team were quick to write up the next season. 

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Music Mastermind Swizz Beatz Takes on Car Culture Across the Globe in Hulu’s ‘Drive’

Elijah Isaiah Johnson

On a brisk Thursday night on Wilshire Boulevard, Petersen Automotive Museum’s uppermost floor became center stage as the outdoor, rooftop red carpet (green, in this case) unfolded beneath clear skies in anticipation of Hulu’s upcoming screenings of Drive with Swizz Beatz.

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Meeting the Masterminds Behind ‘Monarch: Legacy of Monsters’

Mike Manalo

For decades, the legend and sounds of Godzilla have remained iconic. But less known about the mythology (at least in the latest iteration of Legendary’s MonsterVerse) are the shadowy figures that monitor Godzilla and other titans across the planet: the organization Monarch! Now, with Monarch: Legacy of Monsters debuting on Apple TV+ this Friday, November 17, the world of monsters will finally be brought into the light. And to celebrate, we were able to sit down with the showrunners and creators Matt Fraction and Chris Black, as well as director Matt Shakman, and producer Sean Konrad, to discuss the journey of bringing the MonsterVerse to streaming.

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Xochitl Gomez and Val Chmerkovskiy Discuss ‘Dancing with the Stars’

Sophia Soto

Xochitl Gomez and professional dancer Val Chmerkovskiy are partners on season 32 of Dancing with the Stars. You can watch new episodes live on Tuesdays at 8 PM ET on ABC as well as Disney+, and stream on Hulu.

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NBC’s ‘The Irrational’ Exclusive Clip: Alec and Rose Go on a Date

Laura Sirikul

NBC’s The Irrational finally has Alec (Jesse L. Martin) and Rose (Karen David) going on a date. The flirtatious banter between the two the last few episodes hinted of a potential romance, but now with Episode 7: ‘The Real Deal,’ Alec and Rose take the plunge for a dinner date.

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Chyler Leigh, Evan Williams, and Sadie Laflamme-Snow Talk ‘The Way Home’ at NYCC

Sophia Soto

This year at New York Comic Con, I had the chance to speak with The Way Home stars Chyler Leigh, Evan Williams, and Sadie Laflamme-Snow! This was Hallmark Channel’s very first Comic-Con panel.

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Alyson Hannigan on Loving Her ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Journey

Sophia Soto

Alyson Hannigan is part of the Dancing With The Stars celebrity cast for season 32! She is partnered with professional dancer Sasha Farber. You can watch new episodes live on Tuesdays at 8 PM ET on ABC as well as Disney+, and stream on Hulu.

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How Being an Idol Helped Suzy Bae Shape ‘Doona!’

Laura Sirikul

For many actors, they go through great lengths to understand their character and the reasoning behind their actions. There are some that shadow the careers of the characters they portray or even experience it for themselves. But for actress Suzy Bae, she lived the life in Netflix’s Doona!

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NOC Exclusive Clip: New Clip from NBC’s ‘Transplant’

Mike Manalo

NBC’s fall line up is in full swing. And in its third season, their show, Transplant continues to show signs of life during a challenging time for network television. And we’re happy to debut a new clip from Thursday’s episode.

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Understanding ‘The Irrational’ with Creator/Showrunner Arika Lisanne Mittman

Mike Manalo

The NBC Fall Line Up has officially kicked off. And three weeks into its run, one of the anticipated procedurals of the fall, The Irrational has seen steady ratings growth week to week, on top of strong numbers. And it makes sense why. With a really intriguing premise, and a deep dive into behavioral psychology, plus the sharp writing of creator, writer, showrunner, and executive producer Arika Lisanne Mittman, the show continues to thrive under the charisma and charm of its lead Jesse L. Martin (The Flash). Recently we were given the opportunity to chat with Mittman about the show, its origins, Martin’s involvement, and why it’s going to be NBC’s newest hit of the Fall.

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Rich Murray on Designing Ben Glenroy’s Apartment in ‘Only Murders in the Building’

Sophia Soto

While at the Only Murders in the Building: Backstage at the Goosebury Experience in New York, I had the opportunity to speak with Rich Murray, who is the show’s set decorator for seasons one, two, and three.

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From the Outside Looking In: On Navigating Hollywood’s Double Strikes

Lauren Lola

The Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) have reached a tentative agreement on a new three-year contract. While it now needs to go to a ratification vote, the 148-day long WGA strike — the second longest in the union’s history — has come to an end.

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Director Albert Hughes Sets the High Table for ‘The Continental’

Mike Manalo

John Wick may be done for now. But his world lives on in the epic three-part mini-series event, The Continental, streaming only on Peacock starting September 22. The Continental comes to us from director Albert Hughes, who brought us such classics as Menace II Society and Dead Presidents. But now, Hughes takes on the world of assassins and hotel management. We had a chance to sit down with Hughes about joining the world of John Wick.

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Designing the Deadly with the Action Director and Production Designer of ‘The Continental’

Mike Manalo

If there’s one thing a John Wick movie is known for, it’s the action. And when creating a show like The Continental, the latest project in the John Wick franchise premiering on Peacock September 22, it’s important to keep true to the look and spirit of that action.

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Experience ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Season 3 in an Exciting New Way

Sophia Soto

Fans of Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building will soon have the chance to be immersed in this season’s Broadway theater murder mystery thanks to the Backstage at the Goosebury Event. The New York located experience will take you into the space where season three was actually filmed!

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Checking In with the Director and Executive Producers of ‘The Continental’

Mike Manalo

Earlier this year, we got to witness the final chapter of John Wick’s story. But we are far from over with his world. On September 22 only on Peacock, get ready to dive in further with The Continental.

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