Satyamev Jayante: a show to warm your soul

So, I finally watched the much touted show helmed by Mr. Perfectionist Aamir Khan. The show which is a talk show modelled on Oprah talks about issues usually not discussed openly in India. The first three episodes discussed topics such as Female Infanticide, Child Sexual Abuse and Dowry. Aamir handled each topic with sensitivity and loads of empathy. I also liked how the show had done its research thoroughly. The shows covers all of India not just the Hindi cow belt region. Although, the show is in Hindi, it is dubbed in several regional languages. I loved the music at the end of each episode that sums up the feelings of that episode. Now, I am not naive and think India's problems will be magically solved by 1 show. However, the show does bring to light taboo topics in India and facilitates discussion. That in itself is the first step in tackling such societal evils. You can find the show on Youtube, on the website Satyamev Jayate. It is also eng subbed on Youtube. BTW, I am in love with the official theme song. Enjoy :D



P.S: I also like that Aamir doesn't just preach. The audience and the viewers can actively take part by signing petitions and supporting charities.

JJ Project Bounce: American attitude in Korean Package?

So finally JJ project have released a song. I know there was a lot of anticipation especially after Dream high 2. The song is fine, it is already growing on me. I found the mv very Americanized. It sort of reminds me of a less crazy version of LMFAO music vids. Although, there is an argument to be made that most k-pop vids are westernized anyway. I dunno maybe its the in your face attitude that I usually expect from YG Ent.

Junsy (Xia) Tarantallegra MV

This song is all kinds of awesome. First, I love the music video which is over the top and very theatrical. I love Junsu and his earring. I like the song and the dance choreography. NOW I ONLY WISH JUNSU WOULD BE ALLOWED TO PROMOTE THIS ON MUSIC PROGRAMS. Why? BECAUSE IT IS AWESOME. IT IS AT TIMES LIKE THIS, I LIKE SAYING FU TO SM. This awesomeness needs to be shared. Dear JYJ Fans, please support him. Click the replay button over and over again.

Happy Mother's Day 2012

For Mother's day, I baked a mango cake for my mom. She really liked it and we haven't quite finished it yet. I wish all the readers Happy Mothers Day. Now, go do something nice for your mom. I leave you with this song. My mom totally digs it.

Shanghai (Hindi movie)Trailer

Dibakar Banerjee's latest creative piece. I cannot wait to see this movie. The man is so aware of what's going on in the world. He's politically astute and I always enjoy his take on India. His movies are also very entertaining.

Dara Shinee Etude House Ad 2

Before I talk about the ad, I just wanna say President Obama has come out to support Gay Marriage. I am so happy. As a Canadian, we have already legalized it and I remember all the debates around it at the time. At the end of the day, heterosexual couples still marry and the sanctity of marriage is not in any danger like some nutcases preached. Now I just hope people from the LGBT community support him by voting for him in the next election. As for the ad, the guys are cute but what is with the awkward shuffling. It looks like they need to go pee. Dara makes an adorable cheerleader. BTW, I heart Korea for letting guys endorse a makeup brand. I mean guys are putting makeup on and it is not considered 'gay.' The ad made me realize how much we see products in a binary way. In ancient Egypt Pharaohs wore makeup and it was cool for both sexes to rock it.

Dara Shinee Etude House World Championship ad

This ad is so funny and cute. Man, Korean ads are just better than Canadian ads. I so want to buy Etude House products.

Sistar's Alone MV + Live Performance

So, Sistar were the direct competition for 4 minute. Whereas I liked Volume up MV, I wasn't a fan of the live performance. The weakest links vocally were Hyunah and Jihyun. However, Hyuna makes it up with great stage presence, Jihyun is anaemic on stage. Sistar on the other hand were great. Of course, Hyorin sings most of the lines but she has strong vocals, stage presence and charisma. I didn't mind the rapping and singing of other members. Overall, their live performance was so much better. I just cannot believe I never listened to Sistar before. Alone is my current fave K-pop song. I've been jamming to it for the past week.

Girl's Generation Twinkle MV

So SNSD have a new sub group with Taeyeon, Seohyun and Tiffany. They have released a new song and the MV features lots of aegyo, pink, fluffiness, cute dog. You get the gist of the MV. I am surprised at myself that I don't hate this video. It reminds me of Wondergirls and So Hot. Enjoy the song, the girls as always look very pretty and doll like. Exo-K members make a cameo that I am sure fangirls will love.