Post by uptowndragon on Apr 26, 2006 17:39:11 GMT 7
ATILIA IS BACK!!!
Atilia Sarani, a top 12 finalist in MI2, is back, WITH A VENGEANCE, and with a brand new image, to boot.
Atilia, considered as many as the best vocalist of season 2, and the deserving winner of MI2, was unceremoniously dumped out by the voters, last year. Negative comments by the judges regarding her image & looks, especially some rather rude comments likening her to an aunty, by the infamous Paul Moss, may have convinced many voters to overlook her as an idol with real talent. A cruel blow to a truly gifted singer.
The Atilia today is not the same one we saw last year. In fact this writer didn’t even recognize her at all, even when she stood beaming in front of me and screamed “it’s me lah, Atilia”. WOW!!! What a transformation. Let me tell you this – the girl looks hot, sizzling HOT!!!. I kid you nut. Stung by her early exit & harsh comments by the critics, Atilia has not dropped out in despair, but has risen to the challenge with much aplomb.
Atilia, accompanied by both her parents, was one of the early birds in line to register her second attempt at fame & fortune. Having missed her chance to audition for Rockstar: The Series, Asia auditions, weeks earlier, she was here promptly to make sure she was in line for a chance to win herself a million dollar deal.
Although most of the crew recognized her and were pleased to see, she was not accorded any preferential treatment, and had to undergo the same procedure and wait as everyone else. In fact by the time, she was prejudged & was ready to be facing Paul & Syafinaz it was almost 7.30pm. Unfazed by all the attention from the contestants, crew & media, she managed to be composed and cheery throughout the whole day.
By the time she actually auditioned, there was a small crowd gathered around the final judging session, awaiting her outcome. Her dad was particularly anxious as he trooped up and down with her mum along the corridor, nearby, occasionally peeking over the guard rail, for some news. Even everyone there was holding their breadth wondering the outcome, and that included our peppy host Marion, and the interview camera crew.
It was clear that she was the top contender, as her powerful vocals could be heard echoing, even in the waiting area, outside. She sang Superwoman to the judges. After that, it was truly a long wait. We could hear the judges muffled conversations and the anxiety of the people waiting outside seemed to reach a boiling point.
Slowly the door opened, and the crowd erupted with cheers & claps, when they saw a beaming Atilia emerge with both her thumbs up. Due to the minor commotion caused by the delighted onlookers, the camera crew had to request Atilia to re-exit, so they could re-shoot it and do her post judging interview.
Chatting with her later, we found out that Paul Moss quite pleased with her transformation & brand new look, So, I guess there will be no more “below the waist” pot shots from him this year.
Atilia Sarani, a top 12 finalist in MI2, is back, WITH A VENGEANCE, and with a brand new image, to boot.
Atilia, considered as many as the best vocalist of season 2, and the deserving winner of MI2, was unceremoniously dumped out by the voters, last year. Negative comments by the judges regarding her image & looks, especially some rather rude comments likening her to an aunty, by the infamous Paul Moss, may have convinced many voters to overlook her as an idol with real talent. A cruel blow to a truly gifted singer.
The Atilia today is not the same one we saw last year. In fact this writer didn’t even recognize her at all, even when she stood beaming in front of me and screamed “it’s me lah, Atilia”. WOW!!! What a transformation. Let me tell you this – the girl looks hot, sizzling HOT!!!. I kid you nut. Stung by her early exit & harsh comments by the critics, Atilia has not dropped out in despair, but has risen to the challenge with much aplomb.
Atilia, accompanied by both her parents, was one of the early birds in line to register her second attempt at fame & fortune. Having missed her chance to audition for Rockstar: The Series, Asia auditions, weeks earlier, she was here promptly to make sure she was in line for a chance to win herself a million dollar deal.
Although most of the crew recognized her and were pleased to see, she was not accorded any preferential treatment, and had to undergo the same procedure and wait as everyone else. In fact by the time, she was prejudged & was ready to be facing Paul & Syafinaz it was almost 7.30pm. Unfazed by all the attention from the contestants, crew & media, she managed to be composed and cheery throughout the whole day.
By the time she actually auditioned, there was a small crowd gathered around the final judging session, awaiting her outcome. Her dad was particularly anxious as he trooped up and down with her mum along the corridor, nearby, occasionally peeking over the guard rail, for some news. Even everyone there was holding their breadth wondering the outcome, and that included our peppy host Marion, and the interview camera crew.
It was clear that she was the top contender, as her powerful vocals could be heard echoing, even in the waiting area, outside. She sang Superwoman to the judges. After that, it was truly a long wait. We could hear the judges muffled conversations and the anxiety of the people waiting outside seemed to reach a boiling point.
Slowly the door opened, and the crowd erupted with cheers & claps, when they saw a beaming Atilia emerge with both her thumbs up. Due to the minor commotion caused by the delighted onlookers, the camera crew had to request Atilia to re-exit, so they could re-shoot it and do her post judging interview.
Chatting with her later, we found out that Paul Moss quite pleased with her transformation & brand new look, So, I guess there will be no more “below the waist” pot shots from him this year.