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'Two cultures coming together' : Indian actor Karthi lauds Malaysia's 'Banduan' remake of 'Kaithi'

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 5 -- Karthik Sivakumar, best known as Karthi, took the world by storm with his stellar performance as Dilli in the hit 2019 Tamil film Kaithi, which became a massive phenomenon in I... Read More


A remake done right: How local film 'Banduan' captures the raw essence and intensity of the original 'Kaithi' (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 4 -- Remakes are often hit or miss, as demonstrated by the numerous attempts in the world of filmmaking. However, the Malaysian adaptation of the 2019 Tamil hit Kaithi, titled Band... Read More


Zambry: Malaysia must bridge its 'delivery deficit' and turn plans into tangible results

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 3 -- Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abdul Kadir has called for Malaysia to shift from a "culture of planning" to a "culture of delivery," saying the nation must turn it... Read More


Tamil star Karthi arrives in Malaysia to promote local adaptation of hit film 'Kaithi'

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 3 -- Acclaimed Tamil film star Karthik Sivakumar, better known as Karthi, arrived in Malaysia yesterday afternoon as part of the promotional tour for Banduan, the latest film co-pro... Read More


Malaysia's Ultraman fandom still going strong as fans unite for Ultra Assembly 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 1 -- Since its debut in 1966, the Ultraman franchise has grown into a global phenomenon. In Malaysia, generations have been captivated by the iconic tokusatsu hero's battles against... Read More


Relive the chaos - 'Mr Bean' 35th anniversary experience opens in Pavilion Bukit Jalil

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 31 -- For decades, the bumbling yet beloved Mr Bean, brought to life by the legendary Rowan Atkinson, has been a global icon of comedy. To celebrate the character's 35th anniversar... Read More


Looking for fresh horror this Halloween? Catch these new Asian fright flicks to stream or scream over in Malaysian cinemas (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 31 -- Halloween, celebrated every Oct 31, is often regarded as the ultimate day of spooks in the West, where it is a major affair. Here in Malaysia, while it isn't a traditional fe... Read More


Police enhance disaster response ahead of monsoon season, pledge rapid deployment and timely public updates

PUCHONG, Oct. 30 -- The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has enhanced its disaster preparedness efforts to ensure a prompt and coordinated response to potential floods and other emergencies across the nat... Read More


Why Astro Shaw's 'Malam Terlarang' is more than jump scares - and a must-watch this Halloween

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 29 -- Malaysia, no stranger to spine-chilling horror flicks, has long produced hits that creep their way to box-office success - and a new contender is poised to keep that legacy al... Read More


Dense jungles and a dream-chasing teen role: Shasha Abedul on embracing new challenges in Astro Shaw's 'Malam Terlarang'

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 29 -- Malaysian actor Shasha Abedul has repeatedly proven her versatility, bringing a wide range of characters to life on screen - from Aulia in Kau vs Aku and Jannah in Projek: Exi... Read More