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Straits Times
3 days ago
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Andie Chen urged by fellow actors not to feel discouraged after Best Actor loss
Find out what's new on ST website and app. Actress Hong Huifang urged actor Andie Chen to keep persevering and not be discouraged by his loss at the Star Awards. SINGAPORE – Local actor Andie Chen may have missed out again on the Best Actor accolade at the Star Awards on July 6, but veteran actors Hong Huifang and Chen Hanwei believe what he lacked was a bit of luck. Andie Chen, 40, was nominated for his role as a strict father in family drama Born To Shine (2024). He lost to Christopher Lee, 53, who played a father whose daughter was killed in crime mystery drama Kill Sera Sera (2024). The Best Actor nomination was Chen's fourth at the Star Awards. He has been nominated six times for Best Supporting Actor. On July 12, Hong, 64, shared on social media photos of her meet-up with Chen and other artistes, such as his wife Kate Pang; Felicia Chin and her husband Jeffrey Xu; and Aileen Tan. 'You were the winner of Star Search 2007, and along the way, we have seen you working hard consistently,' Hong wrote, addressing Chen. 'Although you have missed out on the awards many times, it is not because you are not good enough, but sometimes you just lack a little bit of luck.' Hong, who was nominated for Best Leading Actress for the film Ajoomma at Taiwan's Golden Horse Awards in 2022, urged him to keep persevering and not be discouraged. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Singapore to train more aviation and maritime officials from around the world Singapore Special edition SG60 Nets card now on sale for $10 Singapore 18 years' jail for woman who hacked adoptive father to death after tussle over Sengkang flat Business Singapore's economy sees surprise expansion in Q2 despite US tariff uncertainty: Advance estimate Singapore Jail, caning for man who had 285 child porn videos, including those that show infants Singapore Jail for woman who opened bank accounts that received over $640.7m, including scam proceeds Singapore Driver assisting with police probe after e-bike rider injured in hit-and-run in Hougang Sport After Olympic heartbreak, Singaporean swimmer Chantal Liew turns pain into inspiration 'I believe that one day, the applause for you and the trophy will arrive, and you will finally stand on the stage meant for you,' she wrote. Chen Hanwei, one of the most decorated actors in Star Awards' history, shared similar sentiments on social media on July 7. ' You are good, but you just lack a little luck,' the 55-year-old wrote, sharing a photo with Andie Chen. 'Don't be discouraged, maintain your attitude and positive energy, as your attitude is your best fengshui. Keep going, believe in yourself and one day, you will find your own success.' Andie Chen admitted in a social media post on July 7 that he felt a twinge of loss and loneliness after missing out on the award . 'But I didn't lose heart,' he wrote. 'Because over the years, I have my family, team, friends, and you who have always supported me. Every time you speak up for me, it is my motivation to keep working hard. Thank you.' He added: 'Putting aside my own little drama, I'm actually happy for my friends when I see them winning awards. Who isn't working hard for their dreams?'
India Today
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Top Diljit Dosanjh songs to listen in 2025
Top Diljit Dosanjh songs to listen in 2025 June 27, 2025 Credit: Instagram/arjunkapoor DiDiljit Dosanjh, through his music, has taken sikhs to global platforms. He released his first song 'Ishq Da Uda Ada' in 2003, but it is only now that he has garnered massive popularity worldwide. Credit: Instagram/diljitdosanjh The song is from his Bollywood film 'Amar Singh Chamkila', which is streaming on Netflix. The lyric, 'Main Hu Punjab' has emerged as Dosanjh's tagline, which makes the song even more prominent. Ishq Mitaye Credit: Instagram/@diljitdosanjh Dosanjh was the first Punjabi artist to perform at Coachella Valley Music and Artist Festival in 2023. 'Born To Shine' was one of his popular songs that he performed at the music festival. Born To Shine Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan, who is known for essaying the role of 'Don', gave vocals for Dosanjh's song. This song marked their first collaboration and took social media by a storm. Don Dosanjh collaborated with Hollywood artist Saweetie for the song 'Khutti.' The song, which is a fusion of culture and vibes, is a hit among fans. Khutti A part of Dosanjh's album GHOST, the song 'Kinni Kinni' is another fan favourite that made its way on top of music charts. Actor Karisma Kapoor was also seen dancing on the song with Dosanjh at an event. Kinni Kinni The song was released on the occasion of Valentine's Day this year. 'Water' is one of Dosanjh's biggest song releases, along with 'Tension'. Water Which Diljit Dosanjh song is your favourite?
