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Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Lucy Liu on Asian-American attacks: 'In America there is still, in some ways, a caste system'


As beautiful as she is badass, Lucy Liu has worked steadily in television and movies since breaking into the biz on Beverley Hills 90210 in 1990. Born in Queens, Liu grew up speaking Mandarin at home. She graduated from the prestigious Stuyvesant High School in Manhattan, and was scouted by an agent while riding the subway. 

As beautiful as she is badass, Lucy Liu has worked steadily in television and movies since breaking into the biz on Beverley Hills 90210 in 1990. Born in Queens, Liu grew up speaking Mandarin at home. She graduated from the prestigious Stuyvesant High School in Manhattan, and was scouted by an agent while riding the subway. After college, Liu moved to Los Angeles, eventually landing the life-changing role of Ling Woo on Ally McBeal (1998-2002). Since then she’s appeared in movies like Kung Fu Panda (2008), Charlie’s Angels (2000), and both volumes of Kill Bill (2003 and 2004); starred in Elementary (2012-2019); and directed episodes of Elementary and Luke Cage. A private person, Liu isn’t as out and about as some other actors.

Lucy Liu

American actress and model.

After college, Liu moved to Los Angeles, eventually landing the life-changing role of Ling Woo on Ally McBeal (1998-2002). Since then she’s appeared in movies like Kung Fu Panda (2008), Charlie’s Angels (2000) and both volumes of Kill Bill (2003 and 2004) starred in Elementary (2012-2019) and directed episodes of Elementary and Luke Cage. A private person, Liu isn’t as out and about as some other actors.




Prime Minister of Bhutan Lyonchhen Dr. Lotay Tshering.

Exactly 50 years ago, a nation was born amid strife and turbulence. It went on to make a remarkable progress. 

While Bangladesh shares its story of success with the world today, Bhutan as the first country to recognize its independence, joins the celebration. 

Her Excellency Prime Minister of  Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina and Prime Minister of Bhutan Lyonchhen Dr. Lotay Tshering.
 Prime Minister of  Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina and Prime Minister of Bhutan Lyonchhen Dr. Lotay Tshering.

Besides the golden jubilee of its independence, Bangladesh also marks the centennial anniversary of the person behind it, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. 

Conveying warm greetings and prayers of His Majesty The King and the people of Bhutan, Prime Minister Dr. Lotay Tshering during the event held at National Parade Ground in Dhaka this evening said 


it was always a delight to return to Bangladesh, but the reason this time was even more compelling. "I have come here to listen to the story of Bangladesh, that too seated next to Her Excellency Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, an inspiring leader and a mother-like figure to me," he said. 



Lyonchhen said such significant occasions uplift the spirit of not just the people of Bangladesh but the entire region at a time when COVID-19 pandemic has claimed many precious lives and disrupted livelihoods of millions around the world. 

He also applauded Bangladesh's efforts to manage the pandemic, despite sheer size of the population. 


"While we have many bilateral engagements, the purpose of my visit this time is solely to pay tribute to Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and his heroic legacies that laid strong foundations for a peaceful, progressive, and prosperous Bangladesh," he said.


With a few reiterations in Bengali, Lyonchhen thank Bangladesh for giving him and the people of Bhutan an opportunity to be a part of the journey. 

Meanwhile, Lyonchhen presented the commemorative stamp to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. As a tribute from Bhutan, a team from Royal Academy of Performing Arts also made colourful cultural performance at the venue.


Exactly 50 years ago, a nation was born amid strife and turbulence. It went on to make a remarkable progress. While Bangladesh shares its story of success with the world today, Bhutan as the first country to recognise its independence, joins the celebration.   Besides the golden jubilee of its independence, Bangladesh also marks the centennial anniversary of the person behind it, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.  Conveying warm greetings and prayers of His Majesty The King and the people of Bhutan, Prime Minister Dr Lotay Tshering during the event held at National Parade Ground in Dhaka this evening said it was always a delight to return to Bangladesh, but the reason this time was even more compelling.  "I have come here to listen to the story of Bangladesh, that too seated next to Her Excellency Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, an inspiring leader and a mother-like figure to me," he said.   Lyonchhen said such significant occasions uplift the spirit of not just the people of Bangladesh but the entire region at a time when COVID-19 pandemic has claimed many precious lives and disrupted livelihoods of millions around the world.  He also applauded Bangladesh's efforts to manage the pandemic, despite sheer size of the population.   "While we have many bilateral engagements, the purpose of my visit this time is solely to pay tribute to Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and his heroic legacies that laid strong foundations for a peaceful, progressive, and prosperous Bangladesh," he said.  With a few reiterations in Bengali, Lyonchhen thank Bangladesh for giving him and the people of Bhutan an opportunity to be a part of the journey.  Meanwhile, Lyonchhen presented the commemorative stamp to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. As a tribute from Bhutan, a team from Royal Academy of Performing Arts also made colourful cultural performance at the venue.

Prime Minister of Bhutan Lyonchhen Dr Lotay Tshering.