Author: Just a guy

A name synonymous with ‘hitmaker,’ Bad Bunny shattered the glass ceiling of the mainstream music industry. The Latin Reggaeton artist has amassed a massive fandom within a span of five years and counting. He is among the influential international musicians who managed to chart every song he was associated with. From Becky G, Drake, and Cardi B, to Rosalía, J.Balvin, and Bomba Estéreo, his collaborations are not characterized by popularity but by people who understand his vision. No wonder Bad Bunny was the Number #1 streamed artist on Spotify for three consecutive years (2020-2022) — the first time for any…

Scrolling through TikTok is like reading a self-help book with multiple unsolicited authors. The trends change in a blink of an eye: from learning things that are never taught in school to unlearning things taught about society, TikTok is a walking paradox. Yet we spend hours on the platform, consuming bite-sized information and sometimes believing it to be set in stone. In the merriment of all, you will always stumble upon a dark corner occasionally while scrolling. And usually, these TikToks give you more dopamine than other cheerful ones. However, the latest trend hits too close to home as it…

Manners maketh man, but the beard maketh him unrecognizable. James Harden from the Philadelphia 76ers team is one of the most widely known basketball players. He is placed as the 5th best shooting guard in NBA history. His legend knows no bounds as the 2018 MVP, 2012 Olympic Gold Medalist, and 10-time All-star; while the list goes on. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Equity Basketball (@equitybasketball) James Harden is also categorized as a strategic player with a penchant for engineering his approach to shooting the hoops. His genius on the court has landed him at the…

Ever watched one of those isekai anime and wished you could visit a fantasy land too? If only we could pass through a portal like the wardrobe in ‘The Chronicles of Narnia’ and be surrounded by our favorite anime waifus. Take your time to imagine the loveliest of scenarios with them, but let me smash your dreams against the ground because you can only daydream about this. Now while the reality is still clear in your head, let’s discuss the ‘anime world portal’ that people search about from time to time. The term is often searched by people who have…

On April 30, 2023, devastating news hit the culinary world when Jock Zonfrillo was announced dead. This came as a shock to the fans of Masterchef Australia Host as a life was lost too soon, just at the age of 46. Jock Zonfrillo is a household name as a TV presenter, restauranter, and founder of the Orana Foundation. Celebrities pay tribute to the beloved chef as he serves his countless memories on a silver platter. Jock Zonfrillo Early Life Jock was somewhat of a culinary prodigy. He was recruited at the age of 12 and started working in the kitchen.…

A signature style becomes a memorabilia of one’s legendary work. Chance the Rapper, born on 16th April 1993, boasts many hats– he is a rapper, singer & songwriter, and philanthropist. The Chicago native released his first mixtape in ’10 Day’ in 2012, starting a ripple of melodious rapping with his sweet voice yet spitting striking bars. His name echoed through the hip-hop scene with just a few songs. Riding on this wave, he soon released his second mixtape ‘Acid Rap’ in 2013. The album reflects his glow-up as he went from rapping about being a suspended student for weed possession…

Cinema with black people is experiencing a revolutionary trend. Paving the way is Academy Award winner Jordan Peele whose first movie, Get Out, created a pleasantly uncomfortable aura. Gone are the days when black-centric movies have an overpowering undertone of a ‘white-savior trope’ like Blind Side, The Help, Freedom Writers, Avatar, Dangerous Minds, Finding Forrester, and several others. Movies like Nope, Us, Master, Purge series, and many more are creating a wave of ‘say-it-like-it-is’ for liberals and conservatives. Among these, director Mo McRae is bringing his debut vision with ‘A Lot of Nothing.’ Already creating a buzz, the movie is…

The warmth of our safe space is the hard work of millions of laborers. Every entity that we consume is the creation of people who work in the blazing sun and sleepless nights. But Labor Day is not just honoring their relentless work; there is a history of grueling struggle for their rights. It is the day honoring the dignity of labor. Origins of Labor Day The economic progress of a nation relies heavily on the rapid development in the production and manufacturing sectors. With the first industrial revolution, all major independent countries in the 18th century were gearing up…

The beloved country singer, whose songs are the truest expressions of her life, had a tumultuous past. In 2012, Wynonna Judd finally tied the knot with Cactus Moser, the drummer of ‘Highway 101’, and the secret to their 10-year marriage is nothing short of a fairytale. The 58-year-old singer showed a glimpse of her life in the recently released “Wynonna Judd: Between Hell and Hallelujah.” The series follows her journey with the next tour, where she pays tribute to her late mother. Naomi Judd, one half of the Judds, was an influential person and loving mother to Wynonna. Her death…

The business mogul is anchoring a generation of young aspiring entrepreneurs. From Space X to Tesla, and now the highest stakeholder of Twitter, Elon Musk is paving the way for believing in countless possibilities in one lifetime. Millions look up to him, while billions question his outlook; regardless, he is always in the public eye. Tabloids have a field day in covering his social appearances, as the charming CEO enchants everyone with his wit, humor, and politically incorrect statements. His MET Gala appearance with Ex-girlfriend Grimes put him on a pedestal of most presentable celebrities. Elon Musk and Grimes attended…

When your life is in danger, who do you trust the most? Healthcare professionals are the constant pillar of any existing society. And even the slightest crack can cost lives. Death is inevitable, but what if it is stimulated? What if the most trusted hands are the threat? Netflix introduces ‘The Nurse’: official trailer From the dimly lit hallways to the silent beep of the end of life, the trailer creates suspenseful horror. No jumpscares, no Nun or Anabelle; it’s the human terror that is the scariest. But an even more frightening factor is lurking that questions our system. Let…

Transformers are ready for the next installment as the new trailer for Rise of the Beasts drops, bringing us back to 1994. With new dark clouds glooming over humankind, the Autobots and Maximals join hands for the biggest challenge so far. Unicron, the Lord of Chaos, is ascending to capture Earth…or rather, devour it. This implies the magnitude of the threat lurking over the transformers. The trailer demonstrates the mesmerizing setup and action-packed scenes that have left the audience in an adrenaline rush. However, there seem to be certain unanswered questions from the trailer, as some fan theories suspect a…

I’m sure all otakus are guilty of using pirate websites to stream or download their favorite anime. Even if you act righteous and show your subscribed official streaming channel, deep down, you know you are unsatisfied with the collection. While some might have enough self-restraint, most of us don’t. The endless world of anime lures you in, and finishing a streaming platform’s catalog doesn’t take long, which leaves you hungry for more but with very limited choices. With the global demand for anime increasing, piracy websites are profiting due to the sheer number of choices they provide. Despite Japan’s severe…

Go! Go! Loser Ranger! Anime, better known as Ranger Rejects, is getting the much-deserved anime adaptation. From the brilliant mind of Negi Haruba, Sentai Daishikkaku is an ongoing Manga Series, with Volume 1 receiving critical acclaim. Negi, the creator of Quintessential Quintuplets, has ventured into a dark action genre after creating several rom-com mangas. He said: “Manga production is sometimes a grueling and lonely process, like throwing a ball into the middle of nowhere. In the midst of all this, I felt rewarded by the anime adaptation, as if I had been given the opportunity to throw the ball back.”…

Met Gala is primarily a fundraising event for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute in New York. Interestingly enough, the Gala was arranged for the creme-de-la-creme of the city, with exclusive invitation only. Established in 1948, Met Gala has evolved over the decades, reflecting culture, societal beliefs, fashion, and even politics to the extent of each era. The women chair members mainly led the Gala, as Anna Wintour, Editor-in-chief for Vogue, finally took over the Gala in 1995. She has redefined the Met Gala through inclusivity, international exposure, platforming new designers, and integrating pop culture. Cut to the present;…