YANGON, MYANMAR – The meticulously planned private screening of Myittar – In the Pursuit of Something Better at Mingalar Cinemas Gold Class marked the film’s debut and was attended by sixty esteemed friends and family members, including the Chairman of MMPO, the former Censorship Board chair, cast members, renowned artists, social media personalities, business professionals,…

ZOOM CALL – Mandalay Productions takes immense pride in collaborating with the appointed sales agent company, Daehan Drama Ltd of London. Together, we engage in discussions concerning the participation of the ‘Myittar‘ film in prestigious international festivals. We sincerely appreciate having a distinguished guest, Board Member Jean Luc Kouyoumji from the Mary K. Yap Foundation,…

What a fun event! A rapturous event at the Sacred Heart Church hosted by Mary K. Yap Foundation from San Francisco, U.S.A.  Not only the children from Sacred Heart Church participated, invitations were extended to children from other orphanages to join the celebrations with the cast and crew from “Myittar” film.  Singing, dancing, playing games,…

In Myanmar, it has been a long tradition to have a prayer ceremony to bless for the success of the movie, to pray for the safety of everyone involved and the movie before starting the production. Mandalay Productions hosted the FIRST prayer ceremony at Dhamma Nanda Vihara Monastery at Half Moon Bay, California for the…

Through rain and storm, through hard work from everyone, we prevailed.   With unity, as one big super team, with perseverance, we now say, we did it! SUCCESS! We will forever remember the challenges we all face together, and how we overcame them. Without each of our exceptional production team members, we would not have reached…

YANGON, MYANMAR – Mandalay Productions’ Meme Lwin, in her dual role as Script Supervisor and Myanmar Production Manager, had the privilege of interviewing Mary K. Yap, the author of ‘Myittar’. In the interview, Mrs. Yap shares her inspirations for the screenplay and discusses how her Foundation, founded twenty-three years ago, aims to use cinema to…

YANGON, MYANMAR – The Myittar charity film pre-shooting prayer ceremony in Myanmar holds paramount significance, serving as a conduit for spiritual blessings and good fortune while paying homage to cherished cultural traditions. These solemn rituals also play a pivotal role in fostering unity among the cast and crew, reiterating moral values, and securing an auspicious…

YANGON, MYANMAR – The Myanmar Motion Picture Academy Awards for 2018 were held on 23 March 2019 at The One Entertainment Park in Yangon, and in this photograph, from left to right, Mary K. Yap and Lumin are featured, capturing a memorable moment from the prestigious event.

BURLINGAME, CA – At the wrap-up party, we reveled in the success of the U.S. production of “Myittar” – a film made for charity. It was a joyful gathering, uniting the cast and crew in celebration after our collective journey in bringing this remarkable project to life.

GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE, SAN FRANCISCO – In the picturesque backdrop of San Francisco, CA, the Golden Gate Bridge serves as a stunning B-Roll site for the Myittar Charity Film, where Public Relations Assistant Eliza stretches to announce our presence, Yu Myat Htwe from Marketing Communications smiles, and Marketing BTS Videographer Hunter C. Finley stands ready…

BURLINGAME, CA – Taking time out for an evening meal is an essential part of the CAST’s enjoyment. Producer and Executive Producer, Peter K. Yap, joins leading cast members Lumin, Htun Eaindra Bo, and Gin Mung, along with Script Supervisor Meme Lwin and Khin Sabe Oo, who is the spouse of Lumin.

OAKLAND, CA – The shooting day concluded at the Trailer site under the cover of darkness, marked by a heartfelt and memorable birthday celebration for our main actor, Gin Mung, who portrays an orphaned and resilient character. Surrounded by well-wishing cast and crew, the evening was a joyous tribute to his special day.

San Bruno, CA — A meet-and-greet was held for the lead cast and production team during filming at Skyline College. Over 400 guests attended the live theater shoot, including cultural dance B-roll. All ticket proceeds were donated to the Mary K. Yap Foundation in support of orphaned children. The event celebrated Myittar (Unbroken Ties) while…

SAN BRUNO, CA – The MP Marketing team pauses briefly to capture a memorable moment with the youngest extra cast member, Valentinee Chompoo Yap. In the picture (from left to right): Akiyo Horiguchi, Philip Chin, Eliza Miller, Hunter Finley, Valentinee Yap, and Yu Yu Wah.

HALF MOON BAY, CA – The MP team, accompanied by the cast and crew, paid a solemn visit to the Theravada Buddhist Society of America to seek blessings from senior monks, marking the auspicious beginning of the Myittar Film shooting in the US.

HALF MOON BAY, CA – The MP team, accompanied by the cast and crew, paid a solemn visit to the Theravada Buddhist Society of America to seek blessings from senior monks, marking the auspicious beginning of the Myittar Film shooting in the US.

HALF MOON BAY, CA – The MP team, accompanied by the cast and crew, paid a solemn visit to the Theravada Buddhist Society of America to seek blessings from senior monks, marking the auspicious beginning of the Myittar Film shooting in the US.

SF INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT – Academy Award winners Htun Eaindra Bo and Lumin touched down at San Francisco International Airport, greeted warmly by their family members, close friends, and the Mandalay Productions management team

LOS ANGELES, CA – Mandalay Productions is thrilled to announce its “In Association” partnership with Director Graham Streeter and Producer Alex Lebosq for the creation of the US-Myanmar Joint Productions Charity Film, dedicated to empowering orphans globally.

YANGON, MYANMAR – Myittar Producer and E.P., Peter K. Yap, and Script Supervisor Meme Lwin joined Academy Award Actress Htun Eaindra Bo and husband Aung Minn Tun Aung for an afternoon luncheon at Canton Palace Restaurant in Yangon, just days before their US departure for the Myittar shoot, in a gathering filled with camaraderie and…

YANGON, MYANMAR – Discussion on Myittar Production Schedule, Shooting Permits and Censorship with Censorship Board member Legendary Academy Award Actress Swe Zin Htaik. Picture (L to R) Meme Lwin (Script Supervisor), Peter K. Yap (Myittar Producer and E.P.), Actor Lumin, Swe Zin Htaik (MMPD Censorship), and Aung Thura Kyaw (Assistant).

SAN JOSE, CA – Myittar Producer and E.P., Mr. Peter Yap visited the Law Offices of Jack Gabriel to carefully discuss the resubmission formalities and important documentation requirements for the USCIS O-1 Extraordinary Visa process.

YANGON, MYANMAR – Charity film Myittar cast members led by Academy Award Winners Lumin, Htun Eaindra Bo, Director Ko Zaw (Ah Yone oo) and EI Chaw Po received the Visa Updates from Myittar Producer and E.P., Peter K. Yap

What kind of movies do people in Myanmar love to watch? After having successfully received more than 5,000 survey responses, we celebrated with an extravagant “Purple Party” event at Hard Rock Café with lavished entertainments that also featured our one-and-only Chan Chan, a well-renowned Burmese singer, who delighted the audience with her mesmerizing voice.   We…

YANGON, MYANMAR – MP Team welcomed Actors Russel (NIGHT), Lynn Myat (MRTV-4 Series), Khit Khit (Baby Sensation) and Shin Thant Phyu Sin (Miss Little Myanmar) to help us pick the winners ahead of May 12th Purple Party when MP reveals the results of Movie for Charity Survey Questionnaire: Myanmar Films: Are they for me?

YANGON, MYANMAR – MP celebrates a night of appreciation and gratitude with all who have contributed to the completion of the movie survey project. Lucky Winners were given awards by generous corporate sponsors. The night was also joined by celebrities Director Ko Zaw (Ah Yone oo), Actor Lynn Myat and Singer Chan Chan who opened…

We commend our esteemed brother, “Zankyi,” and beloved sister, “Nang Tracy,” for their impressive career strides and philanthropic support. Their dedication to empowering Myanmar orphans through our charity movie, “Myittar,” showcases a profound commitment to making a positive impact.

The nationwide survey questionnaire, “Myanmar Movie – Are They for Me?” in support of the Movie for Charity was held at one of the sophisticated shopping paradises in town the (Myanmar Plaza).

The nationwide survey questionnaire, “Myanmar Movie – Are They for Me?” in support of the Movie for Charity was held at one of the vintage movie theaters in the heart of Yangon, Shae Saung.

YANGON, MYANMAR – 5 days of comprehensive market assessment work, collecting data about the needs and wants from movie goers. The survey data will facilitate a better understanding on the readiness for featuring foreign joint productions in Myanmar, and at the same time, providing insightful information on the feasibility for releasing films connected for charitable…

The survey questionnaire, Myanmar Movie are they for me? In support of the Movie For Charity was held at the trendiest shopping mall at what is said to be the melting pot of Yangon, Hledan Center.

Old is GOLD! Have you ever been to this one of the oldest cinematic Theaters in South East Asia, the Thamada, where our nationwide survey questionnaire, ”Myanmar Movie – Are They for Me?” was permitted and allowed for the first time at the biggest theater site in Myanmar in support of the Movie For Charity. …

The survey questionnaire, Myanmar Movie are they for me? In support of the Movie for Charity was held at the fancy place for young movie lovers, Dagon Center.

YANGON, MYANMAR – First time meeting with beloved Academy Award Winner Legendary Academy Award Actress Swe Zin Htaik and Screenplay Writer Nway Nway at the MP offices to discuss future collaborations for the making of the Charity Film “Myittar.”

YANGON, MYANMAR – Under the leadership of Su Sandar and Meme Lwin, the Mandalay Productions staff met with Chairman Zin Wine and the Myanmar Motion Picture Organization (MMPO) to plan a nationwide survey, ‘Myanmar Film: Are they for me?’ aimed at understanding moviegoers’ preferences before producing charity Myittar.

YANGON, MYANMAR – MP’s HR head discusses the detailed arrangements for nationwide movie survey, “Myanmar Film: Are they for me?” in close collaboration with the Myanmar Motion Picture Organization (MMPO).

YANGON, MYANMAR – A glimpse of the proposed Movie Survey form. MP collaborated with Myanmar Motion Picture Organization (MMPO) to conduct a nationwide movie survey, collecting data about movie goers’ perception on Myanmar Films compared with international releases in preparation for the movie for charity joint productions.

PEOPLE’S SQUARE AND PARK, YANGON – Mandalay Productions led by Mr. Philip Wong (Production Manager) is franked by supporting actresses at the 100-year Anniversary of Myanmar Motion Picture Academy Awards for 2016.

PALO ALTO, CA – Visiting the Program Heads at Stanford University, renowned for its premiere status in the field of Documentary Film courses for aspiring filmmakers, the team conducted engaging and insightful discussions.