WELP Tonight: Gaming, Dad Love, and a Singapore Dota Showdown
Sezairi Sazali and his wife Syaza Qistina Tan may be known for their epic Dota 2 battles, but the couple has found a new arena where their passion gets wild—talk shows with a side of snack‑time banter.
1. The International Adventure
- During their honeymoon, the duo hopped out of Malaysia and landed in Vancouver, Canada for the 8th The International—a Dota 2 championship featuring a prize pool that bursts past $25 million.
- They survived the intense competition, swapping stories over late‑night ramen and Sudoku in the lounge.
2. A Singapore Dota Showdown on August 4
Their fierce gaming spirit didn’t pause when they flew back home. On 4 August, the Singapore Indoor Stadium became the battleground of choice for a face‑to‑face Dota duel that even the most hardened gamers would nod at.
3. The Ming Thing’s Father’s Day Sorbet
Just two months after announcing their Dota‑centric talk show, WELP Tonight invited the famous Malaysian YouTube duo, The Ming Thing, for a night of towers, whiskey, and heart‑warming conversation.
- Petaling Jaya brothers Ho Ming Han and Ho Ming Yue clicked quickly with the hosts, restoring Dota’s roaring moods in a “tower‑busting” session that smelled faintly of chili sauce.
- Han, a new dad, opened up about his First Father’s Day: how a recent family milestone inspired him to turn grief into a living tribute.
- He said, “When my elders departed, I wanted to record the advice I wish my dad could’ve whispered to a younger me. It felt like sending that chat to the entire world of dads.”
- The result? A long‑form video that feels both raw and lovingly crafted—hence the highlight reel is no longer just a “playthrough.”
- Instead of an actual conversation, the video uses a creative remix, as if a granddad’s voice were scrolling through a dad’s phone story—a sweet homage that even fans put in the comments bank.
4. Talk Show, Podcast, and K‑Dramatic Adventures
Post‑Father’s Day was a breather: the brothers rolled up reels for upcoming projects, such as their talk‑show/podcast “The Takeaway Table,” and a web series with the Korea Tourism Organisation titled That Spring My Heart Beats.
- Fans suggested quirky titles—“Kimchi Love,” “Descendants of the Gods” (a tongue‑in‑cheek nod to Descendants of the Sun)—and the duo kept the “Wildcard” vibe alive.
- They paid homage to the iconic Singapore Idol’s 2018 single “It’s You”—the lyric “choosing you daily” was actually a wedding toast thrown by Han to his bride.
5. The Joy of Creative Chaos
Ming Yue emphasized their shared “emotional vein”: a willingness to pour heart and soul into content, even when uncertain if audiences will pick it up.
He added:
“You don’t grow if you never challenge yourself—so we keep pushing that limit. It’s like uploading a patch—only the content is more personal than a game update.”
6. Rekindling the Dota Bond
The brothers recalled how they first crossed paths with WELP Tonight hosts. A 2013 SCAPE livestream introduction eventually turned into a casual meetup at Village Park Restaurant, where they introduced the crew to authentic Malaysian treats—Ramly burgers and a cybercafe adventure.
When the four reassembled for a Dota night at the talk show, the siblings realized they needed a quick recharge—though their “arrested progress” turned into a laugh‑filled, tower‑busting spectacle.
7. Next Stop: Shanghai—Who’s Your Game Buddy?
WELP Tonight’s hosts are calling out: they’re heading to the International finals in Shanghai for the rest of the year. They’re offering two people an all‑expensed trip—yes, you read that right.
We’re still waiting to hear who will win the ticket. Fingers are crossed that a little support from a singer‑songwriter, Charlie Lim, isn’t part of the big giveaway. The whole thing is set for a Friday live‑stream featuring the star’s Apex Legends commentary.
While the gaming world throws us its best, the heart of WELP Tonight stays in the real‑world vibes: dad‑love, creative courage, and a sense of community that keeps the duo—and you—geared for whatever comes next.
