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Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has extended his condolences to the family of the late Khairul Azhar Abdul Samad. — Picture via X/Fahmi Fadzil

Showbiz / 30 May 2025

Laughter fades as ‘Santan Berlada’ comedian Khairul Azhar passes away; comms minister offers heartfelt condolences

It’s not even surprising to see local animation ‘Ejen Ali The Movie 2: Misi Satria’, by WAU Animation and Primeworks Studios, taking over the local box office and claiming the No. 1 spot. — Picture via YouTube/Ejen Ali

Showbiz / 30 May 2025

Malay Mail’s Top 10 Picks: ‘Ejen Ali 2’ dominates local box office, marking another major win for Malaysian animation

Lingling (centre) is the leader of KIIRAS, debuting with 'Kill Ma Bo$$' — Screengrab from YouTube/KIIRAS

Showbiz / 30 May 2025

Which one is Lingling? How to spot the Malaysian K-pop idol in KIIRAS’ debut single ‘Kill Ma Bo$$’ (VIDEO)

The sisterhood of the MaJie. — Picture by Opalyn Mok

Showbiz / 30 May 2025

‘The Letters Never Sent’ brings MaJie voices to life in immersive theatre tribute through George Town’s heritage lanes

A stunt performer on Horizon 2 filed a lawsuit against Kevin Costner on Tuesday, alleging she was compelled to participate in an unplanned rape scene that lacked standard safety measures and consent protocols. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 30 May 2025

Stunt double sues Kevin Costner over forced, unscripted rape scene on ‘Horizon 2’

Lingling (third right) was named leader of K-pop group KIIRAS under Leanbranding. — Picture from Facebook/KIIRAS

Showbiz / 30 May 2025

Lingling makes history with debut as Malaysia’s first female K-pop idol, stuns in KIIRAS’ first MV ‘Kill Ma Bo$$’ (VIDEO)

Local grassroot hip-hop festival Raising The Bar (RTB) is returning despite having said goodbye last year. — Picture courtesy of RTBMY

Showbiz / 29 May 2025

Back to the cyphers: Raising The Bar returns for 15th anniversary with fresh battles, showcases and renewed hope

Showbiz / 29 May 2025

Eurovision 2025 in Basel draws 166 million viewers in 37 countries, voting received from 146 states

Gal Gadot is a supporters of the Israeli Defence Force. — Picture from Facebook/Gal Gadot

Showbiz / 29 May 2025

London police detain five after protest at pro-Israel Gal Gadot’s thriller set, say ‘won’t tolerate harassment’

BTS member Jin has entered the US Billboard Hot 100 chart at No. 90 with his latest solo single ‘Don’t Say You Love Me’, Billboard announced yesterday. — Picture via Instagram/jin

Showbiz / 28 May 2025

BTS’ Jin scores Billboard Hot 100 entry with ‘Don’t Say You Love Me’, tops Spotify global chart

K-pop agency HYBE will sell its entire 9.38 per cent stake in SM Entertainment to China’s Tencent for 200 billion won (RM618 million). — Combination picture via Facebook/Hybe and Reuters

Showbiz / 28 May 2025

Hybe sells entire SM Entertainment stake in RM618m deal, making China’s Tencent second-largest shareholder

Karina, a member of the K-pop girl group aespa, faced backlash online after posting a photo during South Korea’s election season that some interpreted as politically suggestive. — Screencap via social media

Showbiz / 28 May 2025

Karina of K-pop group aespa under fire for ‘politically suggestive’ post ahead of South Korea election, SM issues apology

Arabella Stanton, Dominic McLaughlin and Alastair Stout have been cast to play Hermione, Harry and Ron. — Picture courtesy of HBO

Showbiz / 28 May 2025

Newcomers to star as Harry, Hermione and Ron in HBO’s new decade-long ‘Harry Potter’ series

Veteran South Korean actor Choi Jung-woo died yesterday morning at the age of 68. — Picture courtesy of Bless Entertainment

Showbiz / 28 May 2025

Veteran K-drama actor Choi Jung-woo, known for ‘Doctor Stranger’ and ‘Master’s Sun’, dies at 68

Showbiz / 28 May 2025

‘We’re going to kill Kid Cudi’: Former assistant says Diddy kidnapped her at gunpoint in rage over ex Cassie

Freddie Aguilar, a folk singer who took part in street protests under the late Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos, performs during a ceremony handing out compensation cheques to victims of human rights during the Marcos dictatorship, in Manila on February 28, 2011. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 28 May 2025

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‘Thank you, Dr Z’: Hannah Yeoh pays tribute to outgoing FT minister's leadership, promises smooth transition

Malaysian ringgit strengthens against dollar, outperforms Asian peers after US inflation surprise

Ischaemic heart disease remains Malaysia’s top killer in 2024, says DOSM

So what does a Federal Territories minister do? Hannah Yeoh’s new role explained

Tiny cars, big debut: Tomica rolls into KLCC with 2,000 models

Selangor lays groundwork for high-speed state dark fibre network, says MB

Golden ride: Malaysia hits 200 medal milestone with track cycling triumph at SEA Games

Migrants feel ‘betrayed’ after Canada’s immigration policy shift

Why Malaysian Christians put up Christmas trees: More than decoration, a symbol of togetherness

Dead cat and dog found in Damansara Damai clinic, Veterinary Services investigates as complaints near 2,000

Ringgit inches up, but all eyes on US inflation numbers

Malaysia’s 2025 in review: Trump’s visit, the Putra Heights gas‑pipeline inferno, deadly shootouts and major scandals

Overcrowded Selangor, overrepresented Sabah: EC flags voting imbalance

Crayon Shin-chan crashes KL: Cheeky chaos, nostalgia and laughs all in one exhibition

Wei Chong–Kai Wun stay in semi-final hunt at BWF World Tour Finals as Aaron–Wooi Yik face must-win test

Laughter fades as ‘Santan Berlada’ comedian Khairul Azhar passes away; comms minister offers heartfelt condolences

Malay Mail’s Top 10 Picks: ‘Ejen Ali 2’ dominates local box office, marking another major win for Malaysian animation

Which one is Lingling? How to spot the Malaysian K-pop idol in KIIRAS’ debut single ‘Kill Ma Bo$$’ (VIDEO)

‘The Letters Never Sent’ brings MaJie voices to life in immersive theatre tribute through George Town’s heritage lanes

Stunt double sues Kevin Costner over forced, unscripted rape scene on ‘Horizon 2’

Lingling makes history with debut as Malaysia’s first female K-pop idol, stuns in KIIRAS’ first MV ‘Kill Ma Bo$$’ (VIDEO)

Back to the cyphers: Raising The Bar returns for 15th anniversary with fresh battles, showcases and renewed hope

Eurovision 2025 in Basel draws 166 million viewers in 37 countries, voting received from 146 states

London police detain five after protest at pro-Israel Gal Gadot’s thriller set, say ‘won’t tolerate harassment’

BTS’ Jin scores Billboard Hot 100 entry with ‘Don’t Say You Love Me’, tops Spotify global chart

Hybe sells entire SM Entertainment stake in RM618m deal, making China’s Tencent second-largest shareholder

Karina of K-pop group aespa under fire for ‘politically suggestive’ post ahead of South Korea election, SM issues apology

Newcomers to star as Harry, Hermione and Ron in HBO’s new decade-long ‘Harry Potter’ series

Veteran K-drama actor Choi Jung-woo, known for ‘Doctor Stranger’ and ‘Master’s Sun’, dies at 68

‘We’re going to kill Kid Cudi’: Former assistant says Diddy kidnapped her at gunpoint in rage over ex Cassie

Filipino music legend Freddie Aguilar, singer of global hit ‘Anak’, dies in Manila aged 72