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LYFE FRIDAY | JULY 25, 2025

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Iskandar Zulkarnain releases comeback single o Singer expresses hopes for song to become evergreen hit

Iskandar is known for his unique voice.

THE flagship music competition Singer 2025 produced by Hunan TV’s Mango TV, recently featured Malaysian singer Jess Lee, whose performance sparked enthusiastic media coverage across Asia. Now featuring eight international performers, Singer 2025 has gained particular momentum with the recent appearances of Lee and Brazilian singer Alexia Evellyn. Lee’s return to the spotlight in episode eight was nothing short of electrifying. Performing the song Diva , she brought down the house with a commanding vocal delivery that reignited her status as a star. Having taken a break from the music industry in recent years, Lee’s comeback was deeply personal – a story of resilience, passion and the power of holding on to one’s dreams. Viewers widely hailed her as the true embodiment of the song’s title. “We hope Lee’s participation fosters deeper cultural ties between Malaysia and China,” said Tourism Malaysia deputy director-general Lee Thai Hung. A FTER a long silence, pop rock singer Iskandar Zulkarnain, former vocalist of Projektor Band, has now released his latest solo single titled Sewaktu Bahagia. This emotionally charged song is released under the Luncai Emas label, marking the next chapter in his artistic journey. Sewaktu Bahagia was born from a true story experienced by the composer and lyricist under Luncai Emas, Aidil AF and Jeremy Erskine, who each faced disappointment in love. This song is an honest expression of the heart, intertwined with the beauty of melody and the pain of emotions. Interestingly, the meeting between Aidil and Iskandar happened unexpectedly when Aidil befriended Nabil, Iskandar’s cousin. One day, Nabil conveyed to Aidil that Iskandar was looking for a second chance to rise again in the music industry. Without delay, Aidil introduced Iskandar to Luncai Emas – and that is where this collaboration was born. Iskandar was previously known for his unique voice and abilities in emotional songs that were radio hits. “I am very honoured and grateful to be able to collaborate with big names such as Aidil Af and Datuk M. Nasir. This song not only reflects a personal story, but also symbolises my resurgence in the music world,” said Iskandar. Iskandar also expressed hopes that Sewaktu Bahagia would not only be well-received, but also become an evergreen song that remains relevant across generations. He also expressed his appreciation to the fans who have

Fans online echoed this excitement, welcoming international artistes with open arms. Comments such as “We love seeing global artistes embrace Chinese music” and “Lee’s performance gave us chills!” flooded social media. Singer 2025 is fast becoming a global phenomenon, bridging cultures through the universal language of music. With back-to-back endorsements from Unesco and support from over 15 official institutions, including China’s Foreign Affairs Ministry, the Brazilian and Malaysian embassies in Beijing, and Tourism Malaysia, the show is being recognised as a new platform for international cultural dialogue. More than just a singing competition, Singer 2025 continues to offer a powerful platform for cross-cultural storytelling and emotional connection. As the season progresses, the show promises even more unforgettable performances from around the world, uniting audiences across continents through music. never stopped giving their support and patiently awaited his return. Luncai Emas Sdn Bhd production director Keon Omar has chosen Hidayat Nasir, a young producer, to take on the responsibility of producing this single. “I am very grateful for the opportunity to produce the latest song sung by Iskandar, created by Aidil, which marks Iskandar’s comeback after several years without new works. “This collaboration would not have been successful without the support of Luncai Emas, who believed in my capabilities as a new producer,” said Hidayat Nasir, the producer of S ewaktu Bahagia and also the guitarist of the band Pitahati. “One of the main challenges was to ensure this song better suited Iskandar’s masculine nature,” said Hidayat about the song-making process. He also thanked the production team, “including Zahar from Pitahati as the guitarist and Faliq Mohd as the sound engineer”. “Not to forget, I would also like to thank Abang Ujang from Exist for being the drummer for this single Sewaktu Bahagia ,” added Hidayat. The process of creating this song also received a special touch from M. Nasir, who also guided and monitored Iskandar in delivering this song more effectively. The guidance and advice from the music legend of the homeland had a significant impact on the final quality of this work. A lyric video for Sewaktu Bahagia has been filmed and is released today on the Luncai Emas YouTube channel, along with the official audio on all digital platforms.

I am very honoured and grateful to be able to collaborate with big names.” – Iskandar Zulkarnain

Malaysian songstress Jess Lee performs on Singer 2025

Lee shines on Singer 2025 .