Entertainment / Arts & Culture news in Chennai
18 stories within reach of Chennai, published in the last 3 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Laman Padi enters Malaysia Book of Records with largest padi artwork
A 2.83-hectare padi showcase at MAHA 2026 in Serdang has been recognized by the Malaysia Book of Records for creating the largest padi artwork in the country.
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Exists returns with Memento Mori 2.0
Malaysian band Exists will hold a second concert, Memento Mori 2.0, at Unifi Arena, Bukit Jalil on Nov 8, following the success of their first show. The new concert will feature a refreshed setlist with more hit songs, and tickets are priced from RM228 to RM488.
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Upin & Ipin, police dogs and fighter jets steal the show at Malaysia’s 69th National Day parade
Tens of thousands gathered at Dataran Putrajaya for Malaysia's 69th National Day parade, featuring the King and Queen, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, military displays, and cultural floats. Highlights included the Fire and Rescue Department contingent, Upin & Ipin float, police K9 unit, and an RMAF flypast.
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King and Queen grace 69th National Day parade in Putrajaya
Their Majesties Sultan Ibrahim and Raja Zarith Sofiah attended the National Day parade at Dataran Putrajaya, which featured a fly-past and royal salute, with over 80,000 visitors expected.
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National Day: Roar of RMAF fighter jets shakes Putrajaya's airspace
On the morning of National Day 2026, Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) fighter jets led a flyover in the airspace of Dataran Putrajaya, shaking the area with the roar of their engines.
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Roar of fighter jets dominates Putrajaya skies as RMAF stages National Day air show
The Royal Malaysian Air Force staged a thrilling air display over Putrajaya as part of the 69th National Day celebration, featuring fighter jets, transport aircraft, and helicopters. The RMAF chief led the display in a Sukhoi Su-30MKM, and thousands of spectators gathered at Dataran Putrajaya to watch.
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Patriotism, national assets and vibrant performances to take centre stage at Dataran Putrajaya tomorrow
Ahead of the 69th National Day celebration, Dataran Putrajaya is fully prepared to host a vibrant event featuring patriotic themes, national assets, and performances. The celebration will take place tomorrow, showcasing Malaysia's pride and unity.
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Putrajaya comes alive as National Day 2026 full rehearsal gets under way
Putrajaya's Dataran came alive with uniformed contingents and the Jalur Gemilang as the full rehearsal for National Day 2026 got underway, showcasing the nation's pride and preparations for the upcoming celebration.
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Family's motorcycle trip to National Day celebration goes viral
A family from Seremban rode a motorcycle to Putrajaya to attend the National Day celebration, fulfilling their autistic son's dream. The mother's social media post went viral, and she clarified they are not asnaf.
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Tens of thousands gather before sunrise as favourable weather lifts National Day spirit
Tens of thousands gathered at Dataran Putrajaya for the 2026 National Day celebrations, with many arriving before dawn. Police managed traffic and crowds, and the air quality was moderate. The event, themed 'Malaysia Madani: Kesejahteraan Dinikmati', is expected to draw 80,000 visitors.
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Anwar thanks Malaysians, mingles with crowds at National Day parade
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim praised the National Day celebration at Dataran Putrajaya and interacted with the public. The event drew over 100,000 attendees and included a large parade. Anwar also highlighted recent government initiatives, including the restoration of the Budi95 fuel subsidy quota.
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Malaysia Day 2026: Final prep meeting set for Sept 5 ahead of Kuching celebration, says Fahmi
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil announced that a final preparation meeting for the Malaysia Day 2026 celebration will be held on September 5, ahead of the main event at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching on September 16. The celebration will feature various side events and an exhibition on Malaysia's formation, expecting about 5,000 attendees.
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Saleem Iklim's son Amirul weds, reunites with estranged brother Syafiq
Amirul Mukminin, son of late singer Saleem Iklim, married Aisyah in Cheras. The wedding was attended by family and friends, including his estranged half-brother Syafiq Farhain, marking a reconciliation between the siblings.
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Gautham Vasudev Menon crosses border for KL concert
Gautham Vasudev Menon (GVM) will celebrate 25 years in Indian cinema with a concert titled 'Ondra Rendra 25 Years of GVM' at the Arch Galeries, Kuala Lumpur on October 10. The event was announced at a press conference at Berjaya Times Square Hotel, featuring a lineup of artists who have contributed to his musical legacy.
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#SHOWBIZ: 'Malaysia belongs to all of us': DPM Fadillah's touching Merdeka video inspires unity
A touching eight-minute Merdeka video shared by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof on Facebook is resonating with Malaysians, emphasizing that Malaysia belongs to all citizens and inspiring unity during the National Day celebrations.
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Hussain wants to change family's fate
New singer Jamak Hussain Jamilul Hayat, 23, or Hussain is determined to change his family's fate and wants his parents to stop doing business to focus on religious devotion.
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Ex-husband's birthday gift for Izreen Azminda
Actress Izreen Azminda celebrated her 41st birthday on August 30 and received a special surprise gift from her ex-husband, Intan Liana Salleh, which she considers very meaningful.
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Beyond monuments and textbooks, KL’s Statesman Memorial guards Malaysia’s nation‑building story
The article highlights the Statesman Memorial in Kuala Lumpur as a vital yet often overlooked site preserving Malaysia's nation-building history, emphasizing its role beyond monuments and textbooks in educating the public about the country's founding figures and events.