Hollywood Weekly, May 2016

MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL EDITION

1958-2016

PRINCE

GEORGE CLOONEY &JULIA ROBERTS IN

“MONEY

MONSTER”

ISHAN PRINCESS

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MAY 2016

A LETTER FROM

THE EDITOR

I am still in a state of disbelief. Prince dead at 57 years of age. Upon hearing the news, I was left in a state of shock as if I had suddenly been hit by a bolt of electricity.

Similar feelings of pain and frankly agony arose upon learning the deaths of Michael, Whitney and now Prince. Each music icon enjoyed global appeal with legions of fans.

And each superstar was considered among the most talented singers of my generation.

Now sadly, they are each gone. It occurred to me that Prince and I are the same age.

PRATHER JACKSON Growing up during the 70’s, while attending college at Tulane University, I found my affection for the music of His Purple Majesty. Apart from being a prolific showman with a mastery of the performing arts, Prince had talent.

Someone once told me he played every instrument on his early albums. It was confirmed by LA. Reid, C.E.O. of Epic Records, and by those who knew Prince personally, that his talents were off the charts. Now frankly speaking, that was impressive because I studied music and while in high school and tried my hand at playing the saxophone. But whereas I struggled to produce a sound, and in no way possessed any real talent for music, this guy Prince was literally from another Century. My claim is evidenced by his hit recordings dating back to the early 1980’s, when my fellow brothers and I were sporting Afros. Prince may have been androgynous looking on stage but he was clearly a man among his peers behind the scenes.

Who can forget Purple Rain, which introduce Morris Day and the Tyme, Sheila E,Terry Lewis, Jimmy Jam and my absolute favorite Appolonia. Yeah, I was and will remain a big fan. I now regret that I never saw his concert in person, but you can bet I will buy a copy of his last CD. In keeping with the tradition of the Editor’s Note, I would be remised if i failed to salute our cover story Monalisa Okojie.

A jewelry designer and philanthropist, Monalisa leads a full and purpose driven life as a wife and mother. Her company, Nehita Inc., has provided support to many non-profit organizations in the United States and Africa. Popularly known as the bling queen to the stars, the late Whitney Houston (of blessed memory) being one of them, Monalisa is also the founder of an organization called Upward African Woman, a non-profit California based organization giving hope to disadvantaged women. The organization tackles issues of poverty, disease and illiteracy.

There are many more exciting discoveries in this special Mother’s Day edition of Hollywood Weekly Magazine.

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WEEKLY MAY 2016

PRINCE 1958-2016

MONALISA OKOJIE 8 SHARES HER PASSION FOR CREATING JEWELRY & HER FRIENDSHIP WITH WHITNEY HOUSTON

MONEY MONSTER 16 JULIA ROBERTS PLAYS HIS

LONG SUFFERING PROGRAMME PRODUCER PATTY FENN

WONG KAR WAI

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PRINCE 1958-2016

DEFINED THE SOUND OF THE ‘80S WITH SONGS LIKE “KISS” AND “PURPLE RAIN” AND DEFIED THE MUSIC INDUSTRY IN A FIGHT FOR CREATIVE & FREEDOM

The 57-year-old singer was found unresponsive in an elevator at Paisley Park Studios in Chanhassen, Minnesota, Carver County Sheriff Jim Olson said.

Prince’s publicist confirmed his death but didn’t provide details about the possible cause or who was with the musician.

“It is with profound sadness that I am confirming that the legendary, iconic performer, Prince Rogers Nelson, has died at his Paisley Park residence this morning,” publicist Yvette NoelSchure said.

Prince’s sound was as unique and transfixing as he was. He created what became known as the Minneapolis sound, which was a funky blend of pop, synth and new wave.

The singer’s fame never waned through the decades, but he was considered synonymous with the 1980s. His fame reached a fever pitch with the 1984 film “Purple Rain,” about an aspiring musician, his troubled home life and a budding romance.

He was a prolific musician. Between 1985 and 1992, he released eight albums, one per year, including the soundtrack for Tim Burton’s “Batman.” He starred in two more movies during that era: “Under the Cherry Moon” and “Graffiti Bridge.” He also put out a concert film. “Sign ‘o’ the Times” hit theaters in 1987.

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PRINCE’S MOST MEMORABLE SONGS • Lets Go Crazy Released 1984 It was the opening track on both his Album and Film “Purple Rain” • 1999 Released 1982 Rolling Stone Ranked It the 2015th Greatest Song of all time.

• “When Doves Cry” Released 1984 The Top-Selling Single of 1984 • “Kiss” Released 1986 Grammy Award Winner for Best R&B Performance • “Purple Rain” Pichfork Media Ranked it the #1 Song of the 1980s

He infamously changed his name to an unpronounceable symbol in the 1990s during a dispute with his record label, Warner Bros.

He started to become known then as the “Artist Formerly Known as Prince.”

In 2000, when the singer’s publishing contract with the company expired, he reclaimed the name Prince.

Prince won seven Grammy Awards and earned 30 nominations.

Five of his singles topped the charts and 14 other songs hit the Top 10. He won an Oscar for best original song score for “Purple Rain.”

The singer’s predilection for lavishly kinky story-songs earned him the nickname “His Royal Badness.” He was also known as the “Purple One” because of his colorful fashions.

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MONALISA

OKOJIE

BY ALICIA CORBIN

MONALISA OKOJIE SHARES HER PASSION FOR CREATING JEWELRY, HER FRIENDSHIP WITH WHITNEY HOUSTON, AND WHY KINDNESS GOES A LONG WAY

wherever she goes. However, she is more than that; she is a global ambassador who uses her celebrity to give hope to those unfortunate and the lives she touches.

Monalisa has made headlines as the creator of the Nehita jewelry line. Her jewelry and fashions have been worn by many American icons including the late, Whitney Houston and numerous A-List celebrities in film, television and music.

Although educated with a degree in Law, Monalisa found her real métier as a designer jewelry and fashion accessories.

Monalisa recently sat down for an interview with Hollywood Weekly Magazine to discuss her jewelry line, meeting Whitney Houston for the first time, and why kindness is so important.

HWM: “Where do you draw inspiration from when creating custom jewelry pieces?”

Monalisa Okojie is an Ishan Princess from Eguare, Irrua in Edo State, Nigeria. She recognized early in life that she was a privileged individual, receiving an education in a country where a secondary education for women is not that easy. She was born in Lagos and attended a private school in Lagos, and a Girls College in Calabar. She obtained her law degree from the University of Ekpoma and Barrister at Law from NLS Lagos.

Known as the celebrity jeweler to the stars, Monalisa prefers the title of a patriotic Nigerian who represents her country

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MONALISA : “I come from a land that is rooted in color. I draw from the colors of the ocean, from the various stones and rocks I played with as a child along the beach. My inspiration is constantly evolving, from the unique and colorful fabrics worn in traditional settings to beautiful flowers, plants, a paintings, and, vibrant colors in our every day lives. One is never far from their culture and their roots. I am unconsciously creating, drawing from those memories which are incorporated from my African background and heritage.”

Photographer: Moshe Levy Hair sytlist: Tai Osifo Fashion Designer: Sonia Noel

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MONALISA : “ Two extremes right? My career as a designer started off as a passion. While I was working at a law firm in Los Angeles, I would create and design pieces for myself.” After approximately eight years of law practice, Monalisa decided to fulfil her dream as a jewelry designer. She began by attending school at the Gemological Institute of America, located in Culver City. There she immersed herself in the beauty and science of gems and the art of creating fine jewelry.

MONALISA: “I tend to aspire to be somewhat of a perfectionist.”

I realized early on the necessity of learning all about the art of jewelry design, color gems and diamonds. I wanted to go through the entire process. For me, this was an extremely interesting and fulfilling experience.

Grammy award winning, pop icon, the late Whitney Houston, is just one of the high profile clients Nehita has served. Monalisa Okojie described her first encounter with Whitney as life changing and about how graceful, genuine and kind she was.

HWM: “What did it take to create a piece for Whitney Houston?

How was that experience?”

MONALISA: “I will always remember Whitney with great admiration and affection. The first time I met her, I realized I was in the presence of an iconic entertainer. It was daunting.

She was very warm and, very down to earth in an extraordinary Monalisa was very young when she first discovered her love for creating jewelry. Her country, Nigeria, has produced various and respectable gems, including blue sapphires, fine tourmaline, pyrope, almandine garnet, aquamarine and topaz.

She creates using many of these types of gems. Living on two

way. She made me made me feel very comfortable and as the layers peeled off, I didn’t see her as a I super star, legend or celebrity, but as someone I would welcome into my sister circle.

My experience with her was truly amazing. Her favorite piece of jewelry and which ordered frequently from me, were crosses.”

continents has inspired her to create welcoming and timeless

MONALISA: “ Just before Whitney released her last album, she

pieces that are an influence of traditional African as well as

said, “Make me a piece for my first formal public appearance in

European, Asian and American iconic designers.

Although

a long time. “I want something to wear in Las Vegas, something

Africa is currently generating a major surge in the gemstone

with yellow gemstones.” I designed a lovely diamond and

world, Monalisa’s gems come from conflict free environments.

citrine necklace, bracelet and earrings set. When she saw it all

HWM: “When did you know that you had a passion and gift for designing?

she said was, “Perfect.” She wore it with so much pride. She was so funny, I remember her saying that when she is on the red carpet she will put her hands up so everybody could see

MONALISA: “I began to dream of designing at a young age

her bracelet. To my delight, she did exactly that. Days later

influenced at first by my mother who sewed clothes as a hobby.

when we spoke, she asked if I saw her dangling her hands in

I paid close attention to her sewing and began making dresses

the air showing off the bracelet. Whitney was so approachable

for my dolls. I would cut, shape, and stitch with a together with

and easy to deal with. She loved to have people around her.

a needle and thread.” I had a very clear idea of style and what I

She gave me an opportunity to create pieces for her that I am

learned at a very early age was how to execute it.

extremely proud of and appreciative of. Over time, she wore the same Nehita pieces over and over again and again. This is

HW: “How did you make the transition from law into the world of fashion and jewelry design?

quite unusual for celebrities so I am eternally indebted to her for making Nehita a part of her continuous wardrobe accessory.

Rest in peace, Whitney.”

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Monalisa has always been appreciative of the blessings of living a purpose driven life. She is a mother, a wife, an entrepreneur and a philanthropist who does not take privilege for granted. A couple of years ago, she founded a non profit organization called Upward African Woman. She managed to put together, a group of professional women who work in the fields of medicine, law, business and education, to support young, uneducated and exploited young women in West Africa.

HWM: “How can people support your, non-profit organization, Upward African Women?

MONALISA: “People can support Upward African Woman through our website, www.upwardafricanwoman.org or by way of volunteering, hosting fundraisers for us, adopting a student, family or child by supporting them financially.

Everybody can give a little time or funds. A little kindness always goes a long way” HWM: “What do you envision for yourself next year or in five years. What are a few things that you are working on that you would like to see come to development?”

MONALISA : “In terms of my business, I would like to see more exposure of the Nehita product line; the Nehita scarf or Nehita jewelry. I would like to see my designs with worldwide visibility, not just with celebrities.

My Humanitarian vision is to enlighten others about the greater need to address the importance of more educational opportunities for young girls and children, especially in Africa.

We all know that knowledge is power. I plan to work to become a tireless advocate to ensure that women and children are

everyone can do something to ease the suffering of others” Monalisa left Hollywood Weekly Magazine with words of wisdom, that can benefit the lives of many.

MONALISA: “I have come across people where saying ‘hello’ to them would put a smile on their faces. Kindness is a universal language that everybody understands. If you show an act of kindness to somebody, it is never wasted but always appreciated.”

provided an education which will improve the quality of their

Monalisa Okojie is proof that when you demonstrate hard

lives. There are so many who can do so much more. Celebrities

work, perseverance, and passion there are no limits to what you

can use their voice to bring attention to the needs of others, but

can achieve.

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MONEY MONSTER

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odie Foster’s film about the financial crisis sees Jack O’Connell take the Ocean’s Eleven co-stars hostage on live TV. George Clooney and Julia Roberts find themselves at the mercy of a crazed Jack O’Connell in the first trailer for the thriller Money Monster.

Directed by Jodie Foster, the film pits Ocean’s Eleven actors Roberts and Clooney against the star of Angelina Jolie’s earnest Oscar-bait Unbroken, in a story that promises to make reference to the everwidening wealth gap in the US. O’Connell plays a blue-collar worker, driven to violence by his financial losses, who takes a TV presenter, played by Clooney, hostage while his money-centred show is live on air, before forcing him to strap on a bomb that could blow the studio sky-high. Roberts plays his understandably concerned producer.

“It’s where your deepest, darkest shames evolve and play out in three acts,” Foster told Yahoo! “That’s something that’s very strong in the movie and that

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Behind the scenes: Julia Roberts plays his long suffering programme producer Patty Fenn.

appealed to me: watching these two men, who you start out thinking that they’re one thing, and then you watch them change through the course of meeting each other and engaging with each other.”

Soundtracked by Bruce Springsteen, the trailer offers up a tense if familiar predicament, before turning into something like a public service announcement about the evils of investment banking, with a

smarmy Dominic West as the CEO of a company linked to the situation.

In handling the financial crash, it follows the Oscartipped comedy drama The Big Short, which starred Christian Bale as a ruthless hedge-fund manager.

Foster said she wanted Money Monster to showcase a system that is “rigged for the elite”.

A RAY OF HOPE FROM SOUTH INDIA

MR. VAKKANTHAM VAMSI VAKKANTHAM VAMSI, THE CELEBRATED SOUTH INDIAN SCRIPT-WRITER, IS ALL SET TO MAKE HIS MARK ON GLOBAL FILM HISTORY

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Vamsi, 40, is the son of Vakkantham Suryanarayana Rao, the renowned Telegu writer, lyricist and screenwriter. Rao is the prolific author of over 80 books, including Navagraha Purana, the magnum opus which sold more than one hundred thousand copies and is being translated into English, Kannada, Tamil and Hindi.

Vamsi embarked on his career as a media professional in 1995 with a stint as a newsreader on the Telegu news channel, ETV. He made his Tollywood film debut as a co-lead in Kalyanaprapthirasthu. Vamsi went on to act in television serials, returning to the silver screen in 2002 with the film Kalusukovalani.

The turning point in his career was his entry into script writing with Ashok, featuring the popular star, NTR Jr. Ashok categorically established Vamsi’s script-writing credentials in the film industry and also cemented his close friendship with NTR Jr. Vamsi struck gold with the 2009 Kick, the blockbuster which was subsequently remade in Tamil, Kannada and Hindi, the last starring Salman Khan. He now has about a dozen acclaimed film scripts under his belt and is widely acknowledged to be one of South India’s most sought after film writers. His unconventional storyline for the 2015 NTR Jr starrer, Temper, a resounding critical and commercial success, garnered much appreciation. Vamsi is now poised to make his directorial debut with NTR Jr. Vamsi’s USP is his uncanny ability to meld sensitive characterization with the commercial elements required for box office success. His well-etched protagonists ably carry the plot’s denouement on their sturdy shoulders, leaving an indelible mark on the audience.

Kalyan, in Kick, is a typically brash youth whose guiding philosophy is that any experience, in order to be truly worthwhile, must generate the thrill of excitement – in other words, give him a ‘kick!’ Lucky, Race Gurram’s protagonist, is a happy-go-lucky young man who has sibling issues with his elder brother. However, when his brother confronts a death threat, Lucky’s abiding love for him is ignited, giving the plot a delicious twist. In Temper, Daya, a corrupt police officer, evolves into a champion of justice.

Whether in a family entertainer like Ashok, a tale of love and vengeance like Oosaravelli or a science fiction drama like Yevadu, Vamsi’s strong protagonists emerge as a potent amalgam of emotional vulnerability and personal courage which makes for gripping storylines and dramatic personality conflicts.

Always a pioneer, ready to take the road less travelled, Vamsi now has his eyes set on Hollywood. Vamsi holds that the intense emotional interplay and passions of family relationships are universal and transcend geographical and language barriers. He asserts that there is a receptive global audience for such Action, contemporary fiction and aims to step into the breach with scripts tailored to meet this demand.

Vamsi is now engaged in scripting the English version of his blockbuster, Temper, for a global audience.

Temper’s protagonist is the quintessential ‘bad cop’ who does not know the meaning of fear. He is ruthless, temperamental, quick to anger and takes the law into his own hands. He is also vulnerable to the power of love and finally heeds the call of justice. The film incorporates some poignant elements of Delhi’s Nirbhaya tragedy into its sub-plot.

Reliable sources say that Vamsi’s script has been skillfully tweaked to cater to the expectations of an international, English-speaking audience. Several multinational studio houses in Asia have expressed keen interest in acquiring the film rights to the script.

An agreement regarding Temper’s English remake is reportedly close in the offing.

Temper promises to be a milestone in Eastern cinema and Vakkantham Vamsi is definitely a screenwriter who is headed towards the limelight of global filmdom.

VAKKANTHAM VAMSI’S FILMS: YEAR TITLE

ACTORS

2002

Uday Kiran, Gajala

Kalusukovalani

2006 Ashok

N. T. Rama Rao Jr., Sameera Reddy

2007 Athidhi

Mahesh Babu, Amrita Rao

2009

Kick

Ravi Teja, Ileana D’Cruz

2009 Kalyanram Kathi

Kalyan Ram, Sana Khan, Shaam

2011 Oosaravelli

N. T. Rama Rao Jr., Tamannaah Bhatia

2014 Yevadu

Ram Charan, Shruti Haasan

2014

Allu Arjun, Shruti Haasan

Race Gurram

2014 Kick

Salman Khan, Jacqueline Fernandez

2015 Temper

N. T. Rama Rao Jr., Kajal Aggarwal

2015 Kick 2

Ravi Teja, Rakul Preet Singh

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Cheribundi crafted only a handful of these gifts for new celebrity moms like the lovely and talented stars Keri Russell, Evangeline Lilly, Natalie Zea, and Morena Baccarin. This special Mother’s Day delivery includes: a sweet “I Love Mom” baby onesie, a stylish off-the-shoulder yoga top with a fashion-forward pair of vintage-style tart cherries charming the back, a custom-made 100% silk scarf in this spring’s hottest print – tart cherries, of course. These precious gifts are enclosed in an exquisite, handmade keepsake hatbox anchored with Cheribundi’s 7-Day Challenge Kit, a set of eight, gently juiced, 8 oz. tart cherry beverages. The green and white striped hatbox is beautifully scripted with the phrase “Our First Year” to cradle those precious first-year mementos such as baby photos, first bib, favorite toy and other priceless items to be cherished and passed down.

DISCOVER THE TART CHERRY BENEFITS Word is spreading about tart cherries and their restorative powers. Did you know that tart cherry juice could help with aches and pains, trouble sleeping, and faster muscle recovery? Tart cherries are rich in anthocyanins, a type of antioxidant that fights the enzymes that cause inflammation in the body. These antioxidants also work to reduce exercise-induced oxidative stress to help your body recovery faster. Tart cherries also contain naturally occurring melatonin, known as a key ingredient to a good night’s sleep. If you are interested in learning more about the benefits of tart cherries, a great source is www.choosecherries.com. It’s full of data from independent research studies!

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straight so they experience the full benefits of having one a day, every day - such as one hour more of deep sleep. Those devotees become part of the Cheribundi community known as CheriNation. For these celebrity moms and moms-to-be, Cheribundi hopes its special delivery will become a wellspring of strength for them to keep up with their precious bundles of joy. Cheribundi tart cherry juice products are available nationwide in grocery, natural and specialty retailers, including Kroger, Safeway, Target, Wegmans, Whole Foods, Wal-Mart and more.

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PRODUCER AND TV HOSTESS LUCY ALEX.

LUCY ALEX AND FOUR-TIME WORLD CHAMPION DENIS KNYAZEV.

“HEALTHY LIFE”

BY LUCY ALEX TV SHOW

HW: Hello Lucy, we heard about your new TV project dealing with healthy lifestyles.

TOGETHER WITH A TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS, OUR PARTICIPANTS WILL GET THE

LA: Yes, ”Healthy Life” is an innovative and interactive

FIRST-HAND KNOWLEDGE

TV show concentrating on today’s progression of people’s

AND EXPERIENCE, WHILE BEING

healthy lifestyles. While we are still at the basis of our project, we have a full script planned out, dealing with

INVOLVED IN A FRIENDLY

professionals in every aspect of health and well-being. Our

AND ENJOYABLE ATMOSPHERE

educators include a four-time current world champion and a team of highly experienced health motivation

CREATED BY OUR HIGHLY

coaches. These professionals will interactively work with

MOTIVATED

everyday people, who want and need to live a healthy and

COACHES AND STAFF

properly balanced lifestyles.

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OUR CHAMPION TRAINER DENIS KNYAZEV WILL EXPLAIN AND DEMONSTRATE IN THE STEP BY STEP SESSIONS, WHICH WORKOUT PROGRAM IS MOST APPROPRIATE FOR EACH PERSON.

HW: That’s a great idea! Today, many people want to start a healthy lifestyle, but without supervision and professional control it’s not that easy.

LA: Absolutely, I agree with you! That’s why I will introduce and involve new participants, who wish to change their lifestyle to a healthy one. Our outstanding trainer Denis Knyazev (a four-time current World champion, a three-time European champion, a three-time World and European record-holder in power lifting and bench press) will be working with each person to cater to their particular needs and provide the most effective and efficient results. We will carefully choose individuals who will participate in the program and work closely with our professionals. Many people want to start exercising, but don’t know how to do it safely and most efficiently.

HW: Sounds like you have a great team! A World champion in the project - that’s a big deal!

LA: Our champion trainer Denis Knyazev will explain and demonstrate in the step by step sessions, which workout program is most appropriate for each person.

He will explain about the benefits, as well as, the negative factors of specific exercises to guide our guests to the

HW: Are you accepting new participants in your project?

How would our readers apply to participate in the

most favorable experiences and results. Together with a

“Healthy Life” TV show?

team of professionals, our participants will get the first-

LA: Yes, everyone is welcome to our show! Our official

hand knowledge and experience, while being involved in

website is www.Healthy-Life.tv - just fill out the contact

a friendly and enjoyable atmosphere created by our highly

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HEALTHY LIFE!

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SWEDEN

ACTRESS MOA MALAN FIRST SCANDINAVIAN ACTRESS TO BE NOMINATED AS

“FEMALE ACTION PERFORMER OF THE YEAR”, “BREAKOUT ACTION STAR” ”IT WAS AN EMOTIONAL

Some five years ago, Moa Malan started the pursuit of her

ROLLER-COASTER AND

for Film class offered at the Prague Film School. Returning to

VERY CHALLENGING BUT

dream to become an actress. She was accepted to the Acting Sweden after her studies she teamed up with a close friend and started working on the film REDEEM. ”I wanted to develop

I LOVED BEING ABLE

something unique for the Scandinavian market and wanted

TO EXPRESS SO MUCH

actress. While developing REDEEM I found how I wanted to

AND YET NOT SAYING A

areas of fighting, stunts and weapons handling. There are lots

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to find a way to give myself an unusual selling point as an differentiate myself. So I’ve focused on propelling myself in of talented actresses and I knew I needed to stand out from the crowd.” Moa Malan says.

Her character Dina in REEDEEM has been highlighted at several festivals. She has been nominated for both “Breakout Action Star” and “Female Action Performer of the Year.”

MOA STILL FROM REDEEM

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Just recently Moa Malan was nominated yet again for her fearless performance. This time participating in the Artemis Women in Action Film Festivals, a festival that highlights female heroes and powerful women taking action on the screen. In their own words they shine a spotlight on females in film who are fearless, fierce and revolutionary. It’s an honor to be represented at a festival among extremely talented women who’ve participated in amazing films and blockbusters.

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THIS PARTICULAR ROLE? When I was offered the role I thought to myself, I’m not a stuntwoman, this will be very interesting” and when the director started talking about potentially having a stunt double I said no. This is everything I’ve been looking for, something that will take me out of my comfort zone and elevate me as an actress.

Taking on the role as Dina, Moa Malan studied a lot of the scenes and understood the importance early on of bringing the action into physical scenes such as fighting or you would lose the emotional part of the scene. In addition to the hard physical training she worked closely with an acting coach in order to naturally implement both the acting and fighting.

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MOA MALAN FACTS: Ht: 5’8” Eyes: Brown Hair: Long and Dark Brown Language: Swedish and English Location: Stockholm / London Willing to move / travel TO KEEP UP WITH THIS RISING STAR YOU CAN FOLLOW MOA MALAN ON: IMDB:

www.imdb.me/moamalan

WEBB PAGE:

www.moamalan.com

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Moa Malan faced a big challenge, not only with the acting part but also literally fighting against the clock. Time was of the essence. Before the role as Dina, Moa Malan had never done any kind of martial arts, she knew she would have to give it her all, but at the same time be extremely careful not to injure herself in order to become as good as possible in a short amount of time.

The film, REDEEM, is now being developed into a feature together with Eyeworks/Warner Bros Stockholm and they have asked Moa Malan to play the lead role in the feature as well, hoping it will be a stepping stone to work internationally. She also has other projects under development that she has been cast in.

Moa Malan will aslo be part of the jury at the film festival “Alpinale” later this year.

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“I am extremely grateful to be working with Maria Vascsak at IMA. This relaunch of the revamped look of the agency really reflects what I have always felt with Vascsak and her management style.

She is incredibly tuned in to, and in sync with, what is going on in the world of showbiz.

I am lucky enough to feel a close connection with her as we work together daily on making the right choices for me. I know IMA has my best interest at heart and has the ability to promote me in a classy, non-pushy way, wherever the work is.

She has grown this agency immensely in a short period of time, but it is, without a doubt, still very much an approachable, boutique agency with a killer head manager, Maria Vascsak, and logo!”

–ACTRESS ELISE ROVINSKY

Today it’s a well known fact that when agency’s don’t evolve they either die or become irrelevant..That’s why i jumped at the chance to work with Maria at IMA. She is interested in the constant evolution of her agency to keep up with that ever changing Entertainment business were all in.

–DIRECTOR FREDRIC KEITH RESHEW

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mere three years after its launch in 2013, the management firm Maria Vascsak Agency run by Maria Vascsak has adopted a new moniker. The Maria Vascsak Agency henceforth will be known as IMA, International

Management Agency.

Maria Vascsak Agency Gets A New Name: Call it IMA, International Management Agency “The name change is meant as a symbolic acknowledgement of the incredible growth of the company since it’s inception 3 plus years ago and further reflects the significant contribution from our other partner, William Legue as well as adding on another dimension, Production” -FOUNDER / PARTNER MARIA VASCSAK

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“The name change is meant as a symbolic acknowledgement of the growth of the company since its inception 3 plus years ago, founder and partner Maria Vascsak said in a statement. “The change further reflects the significant contributions from our partner William Legue as well as adding on another dimension: production.”

“The re-branding and added facet of production feels fresh and I’m extremely excited to embark on this journey” says partner William Legue. Production to us is more than just planning and implementation..it’s also very much a passion. Through our many years of

“We look forward to a new exciting era with our clients as well as partners and new collaborations and couldn’t be more thrilled” – PARTNERS MARIA VASCSAK AND WILLIAM LEGUE

experience both in Sweden and internationally, we feel that we have been able to refine our creative process and found the best way to most professionally and efficiently build a production that will help elevate as well as strengthen our team and create success for all.”

IMA will continue to provide unique personal management, specializing in areas such as contract negotiation, public relations, promotion, branding and sponsorship. Through an established network of specialists IMA is also able to add consulting in practical areas such as tax matters, asset management, insurance and business law.

IMA will be working closely with international clients across Europe, Asia and the U.S. who

are all bilingual and multilingual. We will guide careers with confidence and passion, relying on our experience in every area of the changing media landscape.

IMA’s roster continues to include names such as William Legue, Fredric Keith Reshew, Elise Rovinsky, Eva Beling, Giuseppe Cristiano, Moa Malan, Jeffrey Glickman, Emma Lindgren, Markus Strömqvist and Nina Larsdotter but will also be able to present new additions along the way.

“We look forward to a new exciting era with our clients as well as partners and new collaborations and couldn’t be more thrilled” – Partners Maria Vascsak and William Legue

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