My short stint with Astro
Nov 10
Career has always been my first priority for the past few years and because of that, I rarely turn on my TV set. That explain why I don’t subscribe to Astro or any cable/satellite TV services. However, Astro came to town (Juru Auto City) last Saturday to held a very grand singing competition’s final called Hua Hee Karaoke 2008. It is not just any singing competition but Hokkien song singing competition that will broadcast via its Hokkien channel called Hua Hee Dai (channel number 333). The reason why I mentioned about this event is not because I’m a big fan of Hokkien song or Astro paid me to promote it but because I have a small tiny part in it. Ironically, I was invited to be the usher of the night. What exactly I have to do? Well, I need to bring the VIP up to the stage, pass the trophy to her during the prize giving ceremony and bring her down to her seat. Simple right?
I arrived at the scene around 6pm and I was immediately ushered to a room to had my hair done and face powdered because it’s a requirement for anyone who has to appear on the stage. I must say, I did feel awkward at first when the makeup artist put up makeup on me. The last time I had makeup was during a dancing performance in kindergarten. But in the other hand, I did feel like a film star preparing for a grand finale. After that, I headed to the dressing room to wear a shirt that normally I wouldn’t wear. It was a see-thru black shirt with a matching black ribbon! OMG… What have I put myself into?
Contestants getting ready for the show
The crowd is getting bigger
The trophies that I have bring to the stage
The beautiful guest host from China
The MCs is getting ready.
The show literally started with a bang around 8pm. Since my part only begin during the prize giving ceremony, I have plenty of time enjoying the show and cam whoring with the MCs. I was seated right in-front of the stage; the best seats available after the judges. However, it still can’t beat the Linkin Park concert I attended back in 2003 in KL. After more than 30 Hokkien songs and 4 hours, I beginning to feel weary even though I did enjoyed some of the performances by the contestants.
It is pity that this photo is blur.
Another blur photo. With Phoebe and Jentzen.
My moment came few minutes before midnight. Even though the task is very simple, I did feel a bit nervous being on the stage for the first time in so many years. I tried my very best not to screw up like dropping the trophy or trip while on the stage. I don’t want to be on Youtube for all the wrong reasons. Luckily, none of that happened and it was over in less than 6 minutes.
Escorting the guest of honor up to the stage.
Doing my stuff.
Job done in less than 6 minutes.
All the contestants singing to bid farewell.
The winners
That was my short stint in show business with Astro.
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Hello there Ben,
Really didn’t expect to find u here but enjoy venturing ur website.
Do u remember me by my name?
Guess not as I’m not the superstar or the singers or the host for the nite. he he he
I’m just an ordinary lady in my 30′s represent my company for that nite-prize giving to the 3 winners. Did not get myself prepare at all as it was a last minute assignment.
Well, I was damn scared & worried many times more than u that nite.
See how nervous am I walking up the stairs,worried I might be clumsy, trip & stumble down the stairs and at your side, you walked quite fast up ler…mmm… guess wanna get the job done fast eh?!….he he he… can’t blame you, me too wanted it to be over fast after 3 hrs of waiting for the last part where we have to play our part. ha ha ha…
Hi Agnes! Of course I remember you. You are more important than the superstars, singers, judges or hosts. You are my VVIP!
Sorry, I didn’t know I walked fast. Quite nervous too. First time doing this
However, you seemed quite steady. Couldn’t see that you were nervous too.
Anyway, thanks for visiting benleow.com.
omg! u look like a gay guy man… reben on ur neck?? what the heck??? trying to be a present? lol… but honestly, the clothes look quite ok on u lar. keke. but dun u every try to wear like this when going out with me next time! i’ll run away from u in no time! haha!