Kotaro Isaka dreamed that his novel would get the big-screen treatment. Now it’s an action thriller starring Brad Pitt. Does the lack of major Asian stars matter? By Motoko Rich SENDAI, Japan — Kotaro ...
Johannesburg-born genre-bender CIZA is doing more than just redefining Afrobeats and Amapiano, he’s rewriting the data books, with the breakout success of his latest single and video, Isaka (6am), ...
Acclaimed global music force and genre-blending artist Ciza has released “Isaka II (6am),” a reimagined version of his breakout hit “Isaka (6am).” The track features Grammy Award-winning singer and ...
“Isaka (6am)” spent nine weeks atop the South Africa Songs chart and has earned 81.5 million official global streams, according to Luminate (through Sept. 18). And with the help of some marquee DJs, ...
In “Three Assassins,” the Japanese author’s latest thriller to be translated into English, a corporate assassin isn’t far from a corporate automaton. By Ian Wang When you purchase an independently ...
The remix introduces new verses from Tems and Omah Lay, adding fresh layers to Ciza’s original hit. Tems makes her debut on a 3-Step track, showcasing her versatility across genres. The collaboration ...
Author Kōtarō Isaka says his story's ragtag crew of killers are maybe "not even Japanese," in response to criticism of how the film cast most of the assassins from his popular novel set in Japan. By ...
“Look, this time everything’s going to be fine. It’s such an easy job.” These are the reassuring words from Maria, the handler, to the hitman Nanao. Maria is unfailingly chipper when sending “Ladybug, ...