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ILLUMINAKING BY FAIZ FAISAL


Bernazar
Struggling to land a job or feeling stuck in life? It’s time to talk about the power of bernazar. From fasting on Mondays and Thursdays to making a vow to fast for a week straight upon landing an offer, I share my personal story of how bernazar helped me secure 99% of my career moves. Here is a heart-to-heart reminder on why we should never feel embarrassed to beg Allah SWT for our rezeki and why trusting His timing changes everything.

Faiz Faisal
Sep 73 min read


Sunday Short: Vacancy 2
Nadia thought she had finally landed the perfect job at Ravel Dynamics: good salary, friendly colleagues and a stable routine. But as the months disappear from her memory, she realizes nobody in the office ever leaves. When she discovers what lies beneath the building, she learns the terrifying truth about her employment—and why the company is always hiring.

Faiz Faisal
Sep 67 min read


Saturday Style: Fashionable Villains
Ever noticed why pop-culture villains always have better style than the heroes? From Cruella De Vil's couture to Maleficent's dramatic robes, Poison Ivy's botanical fashion, and even the sleek biomechanical silhouette of the Xenomorph, bad guys always steal the fashion spotlight. Here is a deep dive into costume design, character psychology, and why high fashion and evil go hand-in-hand across movies, comics, and games.

Faiz Faisal
Sep 53 min read


Movie Review: Fall 2 - Deadpoint
Wondering if Fall 2: Deadpoint is worth watching? Moving from radio towers to Thailand's sheer 4,000-foot rock faces, this survival thriller sequel takes vertigo-inducing trauma to the next level. Despite a slightly slow first act, the claustrophobic dread, layered storytelling, and sheer adrenaline make it a 7/10 cinema experience. Here is our full review on why you should catch this thrilling sequel on the biggest screen possible!

Faiz Faisal
Sep 43 min read


Foodgasm: Ayam Goreng Mekdi Rasa Ori
Is the new McDonald's Ayam Goreng Mekdi Rasa Ori actually different from the old regular menu fried chicken? I tried the 2-piece meal and was blown away. Replacing the old black peppery taste with an amazingly rich, buttery flavor and an extra-crunchy batter, this new recipe might just be a 10/10. Here is my full review on why I might actually prefer Rasa Ori over Spicy now!

Faiz Faisal
Sep 32 min read


Song Of The Week: No Air - NGHTMRE & Jordin Sparks
Remember downloading Jordin Sparks' "No Air" off LimeWire back in 2008? 18 years later, NGHTMRE and Jordin Sparks are back with a fresh, upbeat EDM remix of the iconic throwback hit. From surviving SPM exam prep at 17 to modern festival beats, here is why this fresh take keeps the evergreen essence of the original while leaving the past behind—and why it’s the ultimate nostalgic jam for every millennial playlist.

Faiz Faisal
Sep 22 min read
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