Character Media • 21st December 2023

New Additions to Your Bookshelf

Asian American and Pacific Islander authors from the Hawaiian Islands to the Philippines, Vietnam, China, and more hit the stands this year to tell stories representing their AAPI experiences and identities. From a fiction novel based on a mythical fire goddess to a memoir about a victorious transgender pageant queen, this list is nothing short of diverse. Read on to get the in-scoop on the most trending books by API of 2023.

Character Media • 10th January 2023

Get To Know Our Community’s Unsung Heroes

Socially conscious organizations throughout the United States are making a meaningful impact on the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. Whether addressing deep-rooted challenges experienced by the Asian community, finding solutions for issues developed during the COVID-19 pandemic or just expressing the desire to represent and honor the AAPI community, a number of nonprofits are taking a stand to effect day-to-day change. Read on to get to know these groups and what you can do to help

Character Media • 2nd January 2023

Unsung Heroes

Socially conscious organizations throughout the United States are making a meaningful impact on the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. Whether addressing deep-rooted challenges experienced by the Asian community, finding solutions for issues developed during the COVID-19 pandemic or just expressing the desire to represent and honor the AAPI community, a number of nonprofits are taking a stand to effect day-to-day change. Read on to get to know these groups and what you can do to help:

Character Media • 2nd January 2023

Q&A: Unapologetically Her

I would encourage Asian women to just follow their calling, whatever it is. If it’s calling to you, then it’s legitimate. We need more Asian women in creative careers. I’m super inspired by the Asian women I work with. Every project, there’s more and more. It’s amazing to see. Also, don’t just follow the path that has made room for you, but make room for yourself, too.

Character Media • 4th November 2022

Q&A: Natasha Liu Bordizzo Goes From Down Under to Outer Space

Natasha Liu Bordizzo isn’t afraid to show audiences her true self, as evidenced by the August premiere of Netflix’s “Day Shift.” The Chinese Australian actress rocked the red carpet in a swanky, black velvet Chanel suit, a wardrobe choice she attributes to her shifting attachments to gender roles. “My relationship with needing to be feminine is dissipating the older I get,” Bordizzo explained during a recent interview with Character Media. “As time goes on, I just seek authenticity above everyt

Character Media • 27th January 2022

Finding His Flow

When he’s not crafting some of the digital world’s most uplifting content, you can find Jubilee Media’s Jason Y. Lee surfing at home on the California coast. “With surfing, it’s not like you’re going to catch every wave,” says Lee. “That’s not the point. The point is that you learn which waves to catch and which waves you’re not supposed to go for, and you can’t do that by just sitting on the beach.”

Character Media • 30th July 2020

7 Food Documentaries And Docuseries That Feature Asian Leads

Food documentaries and docuseries can be both educational and enjoyable to watch, especially when hosted by personalities who bring a bit of lightheartedness to the table. Notable chefs bring deep appreciation for food culture by taking on the larger questions such as: Where does our food come from? What is the relationship between social justice and food? And what are the foods that have shaped the American food scene today? On the other hand, some simply enjoy traveling the world to taste as m

Character Media • 3rd November 2020

Masala: Nimble Made Provides Modern and Slim-Fit Dress Shirts for Business Professionals

For many Asian Americans, leaving the corporate life to pursue the dream of becoming an entrepreneur isn’t usually encouraged by family members. It’s common for older generations to ask questions like, “Why would you leave a job that provides you with a steady income?” or “Why chase after something that doesn’t guarantee success?” But as millennials and Gen Z individuals continue to break through old-fashioned boundaries, the idea of uncertainty is more exciting than frightening. Asian American

Character Media • 29th October 2020

Character Concerts: Mei Hones His Identity Through Music

In collaboration with AT&T and Samsung, Character Media presents “Character Concerts,” a new video series that brings the live music experience and “backstage” interviews to audiences at home. This week’s episode features alternative R&B singer-songwriter Mei. “If I’m gonna do something, like music, I might as well love it,” Mei says. As an Asian American with traditional parents, Mei experienced difficulty in choosing the right career path. Eventually realizing that music was his forte, the ta

Character Media • 21st July 2020

10 Talented Asian YouTube Cover Artists You Need To Listen To

From overnight sensations who have released their own original singles and been signed to record labels, to underrated cover artists on the rise, Asians are using their musical gifts to reach audiences all around the globe through YouTube. Although listening to trending mainstream Asian singers and musicians is great, other talented artists have just recently made it into the music industry or are currently using their talents to follow their dreams to become singers, songwriters and musicians.

Character Media • 16th October 2020

Actress Eva Noblezada Reps Her Filipina Heritage In The New Film “Yellow Rose”

“I can’t remember a time when I didn’t want to choose what I wanted to do or what I love,” says actress Eva Noblezada. The Filipina singer and actress is a perfect example of someone who didn’t let society’s expectations stop her from being seen on stage and on screens. Noblezada’s experiences with acting and theater began in high school, where she was eventually noticed by casting directors who set her up with an audition for the revival of the Broadway musical “Miss Saigon,” which led to rece

Character Media • 22nd October 2020

Character Concerts: Run River North Breaks Out of the Comfort Zone

In collaboration with AT&T, Character Media presents “Character Concerts,” a new video series that brings the live music experience and “backstage” interviews to audiences at home. We’re kicking off this new series with a special appearance from indie stars Run River North. Brought together by a love of indie-folk rock music and mutual friends at church, Korean Americans Sally Kang, Daniel Chae and Alex Hwang didn’t expect that they would soon be rocking out in the music industry. Though their

Character Media • 13th October 2020

Masala: Quyen Tran Makes A Difference On And Off Sets

With refugee parents and six siblings to care for as she grew up, filmmaker and cinematographer Quyen Tran has never taken anything for granted. “As a first-generation Asian American, when given opportunities, you work the hardest,” she says. “It’s hard to be a filmmaker. For me, I didn’t think about my gender. I didn’t think about my race. I just thought about being the best cinematographer I could be.”

Character Media • 28th July 2020

5 Up-and-Coming Filipino Stand-Up Comedians You Need To Check Out

Anyone who’s ever been to a Filipino gathering can tell you that they’re always filled with good laughter and conversation, but Pinoys are slowly bringing their bright personalities and unique, irreverent sense of humor to the stage. Just like famous comic, writer and producer Jo Koy, aspiring Filipino stand-ups are paving their way to comedy fame. Through slams, television shows, Instagram videos and more, watch and listen to these five hilarious up-and-comers, as they continue to showcase the

Character Media • 24th October 2020

Boost Your Golf Game at Journey Pechanga Resort & Casino

Ready to revamp your golf skills? Journey at Pechanga Resort & Casino is now offering golf tips that will be key to polishing your game. Randy Chang, PGA Director of Instruction at the Journey golf course, says that these tips can work for anyone, “So you can improve at all ages and all levels, and enjoy it for the rest of your life.” Chang explains that when it comes to golf, the secret is in the swing. Although it might seem counterintuitive, you don’t actually need to have good hand-eye coor

Character Media • 16th July 2020

88rising Artist NIKI Just Spiced Up Our Summer Playlists With New Single, 'Selene'

Just three months after releasing her hit track “Switchblade,” NIKI has done it again. The ultra-talented Indonesian singer song-writer has gifted fans with another brand new single to complement the fantastical vibe of her upcoming debut album, “Moonchild.” On July 13, NIKI posted an intriguing monochromatic photo of her face on Twitter and Instagram with the caption, “Selene 7.16.” Since then, fans have been eager to discover what the “sassy” title is all about. On Twitter, a fan shared the s

Character Media • 20th July 2020

Vevo DSCVR Releases An Exclusive Live Video Of AB6IX's Single 'Surreal'

As live-at-home concerts become a trend due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Vevo DSCVR continues to live by its motto of introducing “your new favorite artists from their home to yours.” With over 800,000 subscribers, the well-renowned YouTube channel has supported many emerging artists at the early stages of their careers before they made their breakthroughs in the music industry, including now-high-profile musicians like Billie Eilish, Halsey, Alessia Cara and Sam Smith. Today, July 20, Vevo DSCVR

Character Media • 24th September 2020

Pechanga Resort & Casino Celebrates The Harvest Moon Festival With $100,000 In Cash Prizes

Since its reopening in June, Pechanga Resort & Casino is prioritizing health and safety while still letting everyone in on the fun. To wish everyone peace of mind, health and joy during these difficult times, the resort and casino invites you to come celebrate the Harvest Moon Festival, where you can have the chance to win up to $5,000 in cash prizes. The Harvest Moon Festival, also known as the Mid-Autumn Festival, celebrates the full moon in the fall, which is when the moon is at its brightes

Character Media • 13th July 2020

Attention: ATEEZ Is Coming To A Screen Near You With New Virtual Show

The pandemic can’t stop this energetic K-pop band from connecting with their fans. Get hyped up to watch the Seoul-based boy band ATEEZ electrify audiences around the world during their upcoming virtual comeback show, AIR CON . KQ Entertainment just announced ATEEZ’s very first virtual concert, which will be held on July 28 at 22:00 KST via a new technology platform called MyMusicTaste.com. To celebrate the group’s forthcoming album release, the 180-minute long show will f