Entertainment / Arts & Culture news in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur
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Blue 25th Anniversary Tour coming to Zepp KL on Jan 24, 2027
The band Blue will perform at Zepp KL in Kuala Lumpur on 24 January 2027 as part of their 25th Anniversary Tour. Tickets are available via Golive Asia, the only authorized ticketing platform.
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FKJ to perform at Zepp KL on 1 Dec; tickets on sale from 6 July
French musician FKJ will perform at Zepp KL in Kuala Lumpur on 1 December 2026. Ticket presales begin on 6 July 2026, with the general on-sale starting on 9 July 2026.
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wave to earth to perform at Idea Live Arena, Petaling Jaya on 22 Nov
South Korean band wave to earth will hold 'the pieces tour' concert at Idea Live Arena in Petaling Jaya, Selangor on 22 November 2026. Tickets go on sale to the general public starting 28 May 2026 at 11am MYT, with a Live Nation Member presale on 27 May.
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Khalid's 'Always Summer Somewhere' tour to hit Kuala Lumpur on Dec 9
Singer Khalid will perform at the Idea Live Arena in Petaling Jaya, Selangor on 9 December 2026. Tickets go on sale starting with an artist presale on 13 July, followed by general on-sale on 16 July.
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Veteran comedian Abon successfully undergoes angioplasty at HCTM Cheras
Veteran comedian Abon successfully underwent an angioplasty procedure on September 1 at Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM) in Cheras. His wife, Fauziah Muksin, said his condition has improved but he is still under doctor's observation and has not been allowed to go home.
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KPM Seri Iskandar students excited to gain experience at Media Prima
Twenty students from Kolej Profesional MARA (KPM) Seri Iskandar visited Media Prima Berhad's headquarters at Balai Berita in Kuala Lumpur to learn about news and program production. The students toured various operations, tried being newsreaders, and participated in a quiz.
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Benefit concert for Andy Flop Poppy's daughter with scoliosis
A benefit concert, SOS 4 Inaz, will be held Saturday at Panggung Anniversari in Kuala Lumpur to raise funds for the scoliosis treatment of Inaz, daughter of indie rock veteran Andy of Flop Poppy. The estimated cost is RM97,000, and Andy will perform with other bands to support his daughter's recovery.
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Island Girl Finds Her Fins In Upcoming Stand Up
Malaysian comedian Fatimah Nuha will perform her debut solo comedy show 'Island Girl' at Bar Roca in Kuala Lumpur on September 24th. The show is a personal take on life and expectations on women, and tickets start from RM50.
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CIMB moves Malaysians forward through music, culture and community
CIMB Bank hosted Festival Ambang Merdeka 2026, a three-day celebration at Dataran Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur from Aug 29 to 31, in conjunction with Malaysia's 69th National Day. The festival featured local artists, cultural workshops, and a musical production, reflecting the bank's 'Moving You Forward' brand promise beyond banking.
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Wings rockers reflect on 'Biru Mata Hitamku' ahead of KL concert
Guitarist JoBranko and vocalist Muss of the band Wings shared the meaning of the song 'Biru Mata Hitamku', which reflects their journey as musicians. They will perform at the Konsert Biru Mata Hitamku at Mega Star Arena, Bukit Bintang, this Saturday.
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Japanese all-female metal band Lovebites aims to 'conquer' KL
Japanese all-female metal band Lovebites will hold their debut concert in Malaysia at Zepp Kuala Lumpur on 4 October. The concert, organized by Rockstage Entertainment, marks the band's first performance in the country after nearly a decade in the music scene.
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Fabio Asher promises a different experience with orchestra
Indonesian singer Fabio Asher will hold his solo concert, 'The Romanticist Live in Kuala Lumpur', at Megastar Arena on 22 November. He promises a different experience with orchestral music arrangements and a full setlist. Tickets go on sale on 4 September.
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Hillsong Worship to Perform in Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu in September
Hillsong Worship will bring their Asia Tour 2026 to Malaysia with concerts in Kuala Lumpur on 9 September and Kota Kinabalu on 13 September. The Kuala Lumpur show marks their return to the capital after more than a decade, while the Kota Kinabalu show is their first in the city.
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Fashion becomes new attraction at FBM 2026
Festival Budaya Malaysia (FBM) 2026 will be held at Taman Tasik Titiwangsa, Kuala Lumpur from 11 to 16 September, featuring the inaugural International Cultural Fashion Week to attract younger generations. The festival includes a cultural walk, pavilions, water sports, hot air balloons, concerts, and a food festival.
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Ministry of National Unity Organizes Merdeka Football Festival Exhibition
The Ministry of National Unity is organizing the Merdeka Football Festival Exhibition at Gallery 1, Department of Museums Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, from August 31 to December 31. The four-month exhibition highlights football's role in uniting Malaysians across races and religions, tracing its history from before independence to the present. The exhibition is free and open to the public from 9 am to 5 pm.
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Rizman Ruzaini Opens KLFW 2026 with Heritage in Motion Collection
Malaysian fashion house Rizman Ruzaini launched its Cruise 2026 collection, 'Heritage in Motion', at Suria KLCC, kicking off Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week. The event, attended by 500 guests, featured designs inspired by Melaka's trishaws.
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Malaysian heritage site caught in row over non-local staff
A viral video at the Sultan Abdul Samad Building sparked backlash over a foreign national helping visitors, despite management insisting he was not a tour guide.
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KL City Gallery says foreign staffer in sash is not a tour guide
KL City Gallery has clarified that a foreign staff member seen wearing a sash at the Sultan Abdul Samad Building is not employed as a tour guide. The gallery apologised for the confusion caused by the viral social media post and stated that all its tour guides are local employees.
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Tugu Negara restoration expected to be completed by National Day 2027 - UMK
The conservation of the Tugu Negara, the world's tallest free-standing bronze sculpture group, is expected to begin next week and be completed before 31 August 2027, according to Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK). The US$250,000 project, supported by the US Ambassador's Fund for Cultural Preservation, involves UMK as a research and knowledge partner, providing training to over 50 Malaysian conservation students and professionals. The initiative was launched in Putrajaya, but the monument itself is located in Kuala Lumpur.
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US-backed Tugu Negara project to boost local conservation expertise
A RM1 million US initiative will fund the conservation of Tugu Negara in Kuala Lumpur, involving an exchange of expertise between American and Malaysian specialists. The project will train at least 50 students and professionals from Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK), which will serve as the research partner. The 12-month project is targeted for completion before Aug 31 next year.
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Golden Melody Winner SHI SHI to Stage First Solo Malaysia Concert in December
Golden Melody-winning singer SHI SHI will hold her first solo concert in Malaysia at Zepp Kuala Lumpur on December 6, 2026. Tickets go on sale September 7, 2026 via BookMyShow Malaysia.
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Saleem's son Amirul weds as estranged brother Syafiq Farhain reunites with him
Amirul Mukminin, son of the late singer Saleem Iklim, married Aisyah in Cheras. The wedding also saw a reunion with his half-brother, singer Syafiq Farhain.
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Gautham Vasudev Menon to hold 25th anniversary concert in KL
Indian film director Gautham Vasudev Menon will celebrate 25 years in cinema with a concert in Kuala Lumpur on Oct 10. The event, featuring several artists, was announced at a press conference in Berjaya Times Square Hotel.
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Music community rallies behind Flop Poppy's Andy and his daughter
A charity event called 'SOS 4 INAZ' is being held this Saturday at Panggung Anniversari, Taman Botani Perdana, Kuala Lumpur, to raise funds for the scoliosis surgery of Inaz, the daughter of Flop Poppy vocalist Andy. The event, organized by Karyawan, aims to cover the RM97,000 treatment cost.