Entertainment / Arts & Culture news in Level 118 Of Menara Merdeka Maybank In Kuala Lumpur
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Pentarama Merdeka@HoHo draws over 4,000 visitors at three Kuala Lumpur spots
The Pentarama Merdeka@HoHo programme held at Dataran Merdeka, Sungei Wang Plaza and Pavilion Bukit Bintang drew more than 4,000 local and foreign visitors. Information Department director-general Erwin Khairul Ahmad said the programme aimed to spread messages of patriotism and unity for National Day and Malaysia Day 2026.
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Syed Saddiq invites Ong Ye Kung to his Oct 10 wedding in KL
Malaysian MP Syed Saddiq Abdul Rahman met Singapore Health Minister Ong Ye Kung this week and invited him to his wedding to singer-actress Bella Astillah on Oct 10 at Level 118 of Menara Merdeka Maybank in Kuala Lumpur. Ong accepted the invitation, calling it a good reason to visit Malaysia again.
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M Nasir says he is never satisfied with Mansur dan Liu cast
Datuk M Nasir said he has no word for satisfaction even though his directorial debut, Mansur dan Liu, drew a strong response at its preview night at Panggung Sari, Istana Budaya, last Wednesday. He was grateful the cast exceeded his expectations, and said the hardest part was finding actors who could truly sing well.
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UKM to hold Malaysia Madani Poetry Declamation on Sept 16
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia's Cultural Centre will hold the Malaysia Madani Poetry Declamation Programme 2026 on 16 September at Panggung Seni UKM in Bangi, in conjunction with Malaysia Day. The event features National Laureate Datuk Rahman Shaari, Prof. Emeritus Datuk Seri Dr. Awang Sariyan and artist Alina Hasan, and aims to instil patriotism and sustain the art of poetry declamation.
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Harmony Beyond Borders concert at Titiwangsa draws China, India, Uzbekistan musicians
The Harmony Beyond Borders - A Celebration of Cultural Friendship concert was held at Taman Tasik Titiwangsa in Kuala Lumpur last night as part of the Malaysia Cultural Festival 2026. Deputy Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Chiew Choon Man said cultural diplomacy strengthens people-to-people ties across borders through music, dance and heritage. The concert, coordinated by the Malaysian Traditional Orchestra, featured musicians from China, India and Uzbekistan alongside local artists.
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Muss, JoBranko, Eddie and Black reunite on stage after 26 years
A concert marking the 30th anniversary of the album Biru Mata Hitamku was held at Mega Star Arena, Kuala Lumpur. Muss, JoBranko, Eddie and Black performed together for the first time since 1999, playing songs from the album and paying tribute to the late JS Kevin and Bob Lokman.
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KL Shakespeare Players return with The Merchant of Venice at DPAC
The KL Shakespeare Players are staging The Merchant of Venice at the Damansara Performing Arts Centre from September 25 to 27, after a successful April run. The eight-member cast is led by Lim Soon Heng as Shylock, and tickets are priced at RM77.30.
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Achey denies AI was used for Keranda Tan Sri Terbang poster
Comedian Achey has denied claims that the poster for his latest film, Keranda Tan Sri Terbang, was produced using AI technology. He said the poster is genuine and urged audiences to judge the film by its storyline rather than its poster design. The Waan Hafiz-directed film is scheduled to open in cinemas nationwide at the end of the year.
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KL Shakespeare Players stage Storytelling Odyssey at DPAC
The KL Shakespeare Players are staging Storytelling Odyssey: The Adventure, a retelling of Homer's epic, at the Damansara Performing Arts Centre from September 26 to 27. Three actors use everyday objects, movement and music to tell Odysseus's journey home after the Trojan War. Tickets are priced at RM62.30.
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The Whale staged at KLPAC from Sept 17 to 20
The Actor Studio Seni Teater Rakyat is staging Samuel D. Hunter's play The Whale at the Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre from September 17 to 20. Directed by Christopher Ling, the production follows Charlie, a reclusive English teacher eating himself to death as he tries to reconnect with his estranged daughter. Tickets start at RM78.
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Naimi Daini joins Awie Rock King concert at Stadium Merdeka
Female drummer Naimi Daini will make a special appearance at the Awie Rock King - Last Man Standing 2026 concert at Stadium Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur tomorrow. It is her second appearance on a big stage after the Nusafest concert with Search in 2023. She will accompany performances by Datuk Awie, Merrah and Puteri with songs including RNR Lu Punya Suka and Di Bayang Awan.
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Sunset By NEON returns to Genting Highlands on Sept 26-27
Sunset By NEON Chapter Two will be held at Genting Highlands on Sept 26 and 27, featuring international techno acts including Yotto, Enrico Sangiuliano, Agents of Time, SLVR and MORTEN, alongside Malaysian performers. Organisers say 60% of general admission and 70% of VIP two-day passes have been sold, with tickets priced at RM348 and RM788.
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Muss, Jo, Eddie and Black reunite at Mega Star Arena after 26 years
A concert marking the 30th anniversary of the album Biru Mata Hitamku was held at Mega Star Arena in Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur last Saturday. Muss, Jo, Eddie and Black performed together for the first time since 1999, singing songs from the album and paying tribute to the late JS Kevin and Bob Lokman.
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Betty Benafe admits family conflict pressures her two children
Betty Benafe, 46, revealed that her marital conflict with her ex-husband has put pressure on her two children, Julia Claire Dargus, 13, and Bruce Dean Dargus, 10. She took them to see psychiatrists and child psychologists, and enrolled them in a tahfiz school to find calm. She spoke after being met at the Ziarah Seni Madani programme at her restaurant, Restoran Benafee, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur.
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Tengku Ampuan Pahang attends special screening of TEKAD documentary
Tengku Ampuan Pahang Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah attended a special screening of the documentary 'TEKAD: Ekspedisi Guthrie Everest 2026' at a cinema in Subang Jaya tonight. The documentary captures the journey of two Malaysian climbers, Mohd Khafiz Bachok and Chew Wei Ngor, in their expedition to Mount Everest. The exclusive screening will air on Astro channel 100 on 13 September.
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Redza Rosli dodges media at TV Alhijrah event, appears in Syariah Court
Actor Redza Rosli avoided media interviews at the TV Alhijrah Drama Stage 2026 media conference in Kuala Lumpur today. His appearance came on the same day he and his wife Bella Hanna were seen at the Federal Territory Syariah Lower Court in Kuala Lumpur, reportedly over marital issues.
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Khadijah Ibrahim's Malaysia Day hi-tea tickets sold out
Tickets for the Malaysia Day hi-tea featuring Datuk Khadijah Ibrahim at Steg Hotel Kuala Lumpur on 16 September have sold out. Capacity was capped at 280 of 300 seats for comfort, and the event will also sell suji cakes for the KARYAWAN fund.
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Alan Tam's final world tour opens overseas leg at Unifi Arena KL on Nov 28-29
Cantopop veteran Alan Tam will bring his final large-scale world tour to Kuala Lumpur on Nov 28 and 29, 2026, at 8pm at Unifi Arena KL. It is the first overseas stop after a ten-show Hong Kong run, and features a 360-degree central stage with two different setlists across the two nights.
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Achey and wife undergo second IVF treatment
Comedian Achey and his wife, Anne, have begun their second round of IVF treatment at Alhaya Fertility Centre since 5 September. He said their adopted daughter Tiara's wish for a sibling was the main reason for trying again.
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Amira Othman not ready to reveal son's face, wants Jarir to grow up like an ordinary child
Singer and actress Amira Othman says she and her husband Fattah Amin are not ready to reveal the face of their son, Muhammad Jarir Umar, to the public. She says they want Jarir to grow up like an ordinary child without the pressure of public attention. Amira said this when met at the Anugerah Industri Muzik 25 press conference at Hotel Royal Chulan, Kuala Lumpur.
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Syed Saddiq invites Ong Ye Kung to Oct 10 wedding with Bella Astillah
Malaysian politician Syed Saddiq has invited Singapore Health Minister Ong Ye Kung to his wedding to singer-actress Bella Astillah on Oct 10. The invitation was shown in a social media post on Sept 9, and Ong replied with congratulations a day later. The wedding will be held at Menara Merdeka Maybank in Kuala Lumpur, with celebrations also planned in Muar and Sabah.
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Awie promises best performance at Stadium Merdeka solo concert
Datuk Awie has promised his best performance at his solo concert, Awie Rock King - Last Man Standing 2026, at Stadium Merdeka this Saturday. He said preparations are in place for the show running until 1am, featuring over 35 songs and five segments including Cinta & Filem, Legasi and Tribute Kepada Legenda. Awie also voiced concern over the haze affecting his health, but left any possibility of postponement to fate.
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Aliff Aziz dismisses on-set romance rumours, focuses on Sultan Mansur Shah role
Aliff Aziz says he is not entertaining speculation of an on-set romance with Melinda Dadew, his co-star in the musical theatre production Mansur & Liu. He wants to give his full attention to playing Sultan Mansur Shah in the Datuk M Nasir-directed show, which runs at Istana Budaya until 20 September.
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Wan Lestari stands by retirement, cites royalty frustration
Singer Wan Lestari, 58, has confirmed her retirement from singing is final. She said her last performance was at Jom Santai X Syahmi Sazli 8.0 at GM Klang in July, and that she decided to step back due to health concerns and disappointment over artist welfare and royalties. She now focuses on running a canteen and catering business.