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Jackson Wang to bring magic to Malaysia

J ACKSON Wang will be performing in Kuala Lumpur on Oct 25 as part of his newly announced Magicman 2 World Tour 2025–2026 – his second solo headlining tour. Wang will kick off his tour in Bangkok and make appearances in cities across region, including Macau, Jakarta, Manila and Tokyo. The announcement follows the release of Wang’s latest album Magicman 2 , which made a historic debut at 13th on the Billboard 200 – the highest-charting debut by a Chinese artiste in the chart’s history. Released globally on July 18, the album cements Wang as the first Chinese artiste to score two o International artiste performing in Kuala Lumpur on Oct 25

this is not just a concert. This is an experience. I want to bring you into my world. Right into the heart of the story – no filters, no masks. Like a movie playing out in front of your eyes. We dive in together. This is Magicman 2. Welcome to the journey.” Wang’s 2023 Magicman World Tour sold out across the globe and his performance at the 2023 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival made history as the first-ever Chinese solo artiste to perform at the festival three times, with his set trending worldwide on X. Across social media platforms, Wang boasts over 100 million followers, making him the most-followed artiste in China on Instagram. In addition to his success as a solo artiste, Wang was recently named creative director for Nike and Jordan. He also serves as a global ambassador for Louis Vuitton, Cartier and Hennessy.

consecutive albums in the Billboard 200 Top 15, following the success of his 2022 album Magicman (15th). Told in four chapters, Magicman 2 explores themes of chaos, illusion, self-reflection and healing – tracing Wang’s inner journey with raw honesty and cinematic vision. Wang explained: “ Magicman 2 – like I have said many times – is not just a concept. It is not based on an idea or inspiration. It is 100% real. It is my story. A reflection of how I see society, humanity and reality. How I felt, how I faced my darkest days… and how I made it out. “It is about acceptance. About choosing to keep going and evolving into a more grounded, more honest, more mature version of myself. I felt the need to share this with you – because I believe we all have a ‘Magicman’ inside of us. That hidden side we do not fully understand, but cannot stop thinking about. The part of us we fear… but also want to face. “On the Magicman 2 World Tour,

Wang will also perform in Bangkok, Macau, Jakarta, Manila and Tokyo.

Lee Jun Young’s first Malaysian fan meet

SOUTH Korean actor, singer and performer Lee Jun Young is bringing his charm to Kuala Lumpur for his first-ever fan meeting in Malaysia on Aug 30 at JioSpace, Petaling Jaya, from 6pm onwards. Titled “Scene by Jun Young in Kuala Lumpur”, this exclusive fan meet promises an intimate, exciting and unforgettable night with the star who has captured Asian hearts across K-pop stages

and K-drama with roles in Weak Hero Class 2 , D.P. , and When Life Gives You Tangerines . Now, he is ready to connect with Malaysian fans in an evening filled with music, laughter, intimate fan interactions and plenty of surprises. Fans can expect live stages, fun games, behind-the-scenes stories and up-close interactions they will not get anywhere else. Tickets, priced between RM498 and RM698, are on sale.

Swiss Dream Circus promises to wow ELMINA Lakeside Mall, Sime Darby Property Bhd’s second wholly-owned retail destination, turned one with an anniversary celebration that began with the Swiss Dream Circus’ Gala Night last Friday. Featuring a new cast and production, the Switzerland-based circus returns to Malaysian shores. two-and-a-half-hour performance of aerial displays and stunts, all seamlessly interwoven with music and lights.

The exclusive, by-invitation-only Gala Night welcomed guests under the Big Top for a world-class circus act, with guest of honour Tengku Permaisuri Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin in attendance. The Gala Night also marked the start of Swiss Dream Circus’ full performance season at Elmina Lakeside Mall, with 27 public shows scheduled between Aug 2–24. The Switzerland-based circus’ new cast and production will showcase up to 10 breathtaking acts. In addition to the Swiss Dream Circus, visitors and residents of Elmina can expect a range of other anniversary activities until Sept 14. The mall will be a hive of activity with various arts, culture, fitness and family-friendly activities with highlights such as the Monopoly Run, the final leg of the Yayasan Sime Darby Arts Festival and a

The highly-acclaimed Swiss Dream Circus made its Malaysian comeback with a new production titled Passion – The Greatest Show in Town, featuring a 14-member international troupe headlined by Misha, the celebrated clown known for his role in Cirque du Soleil. The show also starred Cyr Wheel virtuoso Bogdan, roller-skating duo Diana and Maksim, Andrei Pogorelov’s daring Wheel of Death, violinist-singer Evgeniia, the lightning-fast Quick Change duo Tom & Jenny, and Emiliano Sanchez’s mesmerising horizontal juggling and the electrifying aerialists Duo Liberty, each bringing their own flair to the spectacle. Nimble, acrobatic and filled with high energy, the troupe at the Gala Night delivered a

Star clown Misha of Cirque du Soleil fame. Merdeka Eve musical and fireworks display, featuring a live performance by the Selangor Symphony Orchestra, as well as hot air balloon rides and other activities.

Lee is known for acting in When Life Gives You Tangerines .