A group of young South Asian-Americans are making their mark in the entertainment industry, with a new show bringing a fresh dose of diversity to the scene. Code Switched is a comedy drama about five South Asian-Americans in Chicago, juggling their careers, romance and family pressures, while hoping to strike that balance between their cultural…
Women already have it tough in what is arguably a male-dominated industry, so imagine the challenges a comedian would have as a woman of colour. One rad chick who’s pushing boundaries and leaving audiences in stitches while she’s at it is Sydney-based comedian Shubha. The 22-year-old South Indian university student, whose new show Hive Mind…
We first discovered Rowan back in 2014 when he brought his signature wit and humour to the masses with his comedy show ‘Brown Identity’. And now the 21-year-old rising star is back with his second Sydney Comedy Festival show. Taking inspiration from his Sri Lankan background and upbringing in Australia, Rowan uses stand-up and musical comedy…
I Am Starstruck speaks exclusively with Sri Lankan-Australian comedian Rowan Thambar There is no doubt that at ‘I Am Starstruck’ we love advocating cultural diversity. And that’s why we are super excited about a new comedy show at this year’s Sydney Comedy Festival… ‘If You’re Reading This, There Is Still Plenty Of Time’! This is…
I Am Starstruck speaks exclusively with Sri Lankan-Australian comedian Rowan Thambar Having recently relaunched our ‘I Am Starstruck: Bollywood’ blog, there is no doubt that at ‘I Am Starstruck’ we love advocating cultural diversity. And that’s why we are super excited about a new comedy show at this year’s Sydney Fringe Festival… The Brown Identity! With…
Plonk! No that’s not a typo. In fact it is Aussie lingo for one of the most sophisticated beverages, wine! New Australian web series Plonk takes a look at the wine making industry, but this is no ordinary “documentary”. Brought to you by the mastermind behind The Chaser, Nathan Earl, Plonk delivers a satirical take…
‘I AM STARSTRUCK’S 2013 FLASHBACKS – JAMIE IS BACK B$TCH In this pic: Australia’s favourite private school girl strutted her way through corridors once again as comedian Chris Lilley launched a new hilarious series, ‘Jamie: Private School Girl’. What a year 2013 has been! Not only has the bevy of A-List dramas and excitement continued in…
WHAT’S HOT ON THE BOX TONIGHT – ‘JA’MIE PRIVATE SCHOOL GIRL’ (9:00PM, ABC) Guess who’s back… It’s Britney Ja’mie bitch! Australia’s favourite private school girl is strutting her way through corridors once again as comedian Chris Lilley launches a new hilarious series. ‘Ja’mie Private School Girl’ will follow the adventures of popular TV character Ja’mie…
‘I AM STARSTRUCK’S NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS – SHARE THE MOST HILARIOUS THINGS THAT COME ACROSS OUR ‘FUNNY RADAR’ BECAUSE LAUGHTER IS THE BEST MEDICINE WELCOME! Welcome to 2013 and welcome to ‘I Am Starstruck’s 3rd year on the web! Yes, that’s right! Our 2nd birthday is only a few weeks away, but before we can…
WHAT’S HOT ON THE BOX TONIGHT – HAMISH & ANDY CARAVAN OF COURAGE: AUSTRALIA VS NEW ZEALAND (6:30PM, CHANNEL 9) Why you should watch it: These funny men have made a sense of humour oh so sexy.. enough said! Image Source: news.com.au
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