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ILLUMINAKING BY FAIZ FAISAL


Saturday Style: #METRaya2027
We are officially 5 months away from Hari Raya, which means #METRaya2027 season is here! After taking a rest year for #METRayaTurns10 by reusing old outfits, Year 11 is a fresh start to do something bigger. Moving away from just playing with patterns, this year is all about intricate cuts and design. From executing a new sketch to bringing back an unreleased design from 2 years ago, here is my initial prep update for my 3 Raya looks!

Faiz Faisal
6 days ago2 min read


Movie Review: Kuyank
Expecting a terrifying Indonesian creature feature with Kuyank (2026)? Think again. Starring Rio Dewanto, this film suffers from a mid storyline, baffling character choices, and ghost sightings you can count on one hand. It leans way too heavily into uninspired family drama rather than actual horror. Here is our full 2/10 review breakdown on why it fails as a scary movie, despite giving us an interesting look into traditional Banjar underwater graves!

Faiz Faisal
Oct 302 min read


Foodgasm: Domino's Cheese & Steak Pizza
Is the new Domino's Cheese & Steak Pizza actually worth ordering? As the No. 1 fan of cheese & steak, I was super excited to try both the chicken and beef versions. While the rich, melted cheese layer definitely hit the spot, the underwhelming beef strips had me asking one big question: Where's the steak? Here is my honest review of Domino's latest menu drop, plus why I'm desperately waiting for the Samjeang series to return!

Faiz Faisal
Oct 292 min read


Song Of The Week: Semi-Charmed Life - Third Eye Blind
Third Eye Blind’s "Semi-Charmed Life" gave us the ultimate 90s nostalgia with its bouncy "Doo doo doo" hook, but did you know what the song was actually about? Behind the sunshiny pop-rock riff lies a dark narrative about addiction, intense highs, and chasing serotonin. In this 90s nostalgia music review Third Eye Blind breakdown, we look at how the band created the ultimate musical illusion that fooled us all while crafting an timeless classic.

Faiz Faisal
Oct 282 min read


Tuesday Tea: Blog Updates
Big news for film lovers! We are introducing a new segment to our blog roster called "Movie Review Encore." Starting this November, Tuesdays will now rotate between Entertainment Tea, Latest Tech, and Movie Review Encore—a dedicated space for streaming releases, catch-up reviews, and hidden film gems. Check out the full breakdown of how our weekly schedule is changing, plus where to follow my full diary on Letterboxd!

Faiz Faisal
Oct 272 min read


WDWN: Oh-November!
Welcome to October’s WDWN (What's Done, What's Next)! October was a bittersweet month of deep reflection following my aunt's passing and my uncle's hospitalization, sparking honest thoughts about aging and family. On a brighter note, I reconnected spiritually by completing all my missed prayers from last year, enjoyed weekly cinema escapes as my finances recover, and spent quality time with family. Here is my full October recap as we build momentum to close out 2026!

Faiz Faisal
Oct 263 min read
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