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ILLUMINAKING BY FAIZ FAISAL


Stay Focus Please!
Lately, I’ve been struggling to stay focused on getting my life together. Ever since being laid off, my motivation has been a roller coaster—one day I’m inspired, the next I feel like giving up. This is my honest reflection on trying to move forward while feeling like everything around me is falling apart.

Faiz Faisal
May 42 min read


Sunday Short: My Landlord The Ghost Part 3
He saved a life and lost his own—she made sure the world would never forget him.

Faiz Faisal
May 34 min read


Saturday Style: The F Word
The F Word is more than a fashion brand idea—it’s a personal dream shaped by creativity, resilience, and the desire to make stylish, confidence-boosting clothing that feels premium yet approachable.

Faiz Faisal
May 23 min read


Movie Review: The Devil Wears Prada 2
Think the original was untouchable? Think again. The Devil Wears Prada 2 officially "ate." From the return of the iconic trio (Miranda, Andy, and Emily) to a jaw-dropping Lady Gaga cameo, this sequel tackles the death of print media with style and heart. It’s a mature, high-stakes look at Andy Sachs’ professional growth and the struggle to balance a career with a personal life. If you love fashion and pop culture, this is the 9/10 masterpiece you’ve been waiting for!

Faiz Faisal
May 12 min read


Foodgasm: Ayam Goreng McD Mala
Is the new Ayam Goreng McD Mala actually worth the hype? Spoilers: It’s officially my favorite seasonal menu yet! Unlike other versions that use dry seasoning powder, this one is drenched in a glossy, flavorful Sichuan pepper and orange sauce that nails the "pedas kebas" vibe without being just pure heat. I also give my honest take on the Deluxe Sundae Pulut Mangga and share a dream menu item I hope McD drops next. If you love saucy, flavorful fried chicken, read on!

Faiz Faisal
Apr 302 min read


Song Of The Week: Lolita - Lana Del Rey
From the underground "Lizzy Grant" days of 2009 to the mainstream explosion of Born to Die, my journey with Lana Del Rey has been a long-running love affair with melancholy. While Lady Gaga dominated my 2008, Lana defined the turn of the decade with a sound that was haunting, cinematic, and entirely new. Here’s a look back at how I discovered the queen of "Born to Die" and why she’s still my rainy-day soundtrack.

Faiz Faisal
Apr 291 min read
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