Singing the Virus Away?

Daryl Ong | Sim Wie Boon

01-Apr-20 22:00

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When Wonder Woman actress, Gal Gadot posted a video of her singing Imagine by John Lennon that featured other millionaire celebrities like Sia and Jimmy Fallon, it received crazy backlash. Rightfully so, because it is out of touch with the reality of the Covid-19 pandemic. We discuss celebrities’ contribution during these trying times.

Produced by: Haniff Baharudin, Daryl Ong, Sim Wie Boon

Presented by: Daryl Ong, Sim Wie Boon

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Categories: Film, Politics, Social Issues, Music

Tags: The Pulse, Imagine, John Lennon, Gal Gadot, Kristen Wiig, celebrities, Covid-19,

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