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FRIDAY | OCT 3, 2025

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GenKRU’s finale One More Time takes stage on Nov 22 o Trio set to electrify

fans at National Hockey Stadium Ű BY ASHIQIN AHMAD

I CONIC pop trio KRU is making a powerful return to the stage with GenKRU The Finale: One More Time, a large-scale concert set to take place at the National Hockey Stadium in Bukit Jalil on Nov 22. Organised by Icon Entertainment, the show is expected to draw over 12,000 fans nationwide. With a fresh outdoor concept, the concert promises a different experience from previous instalments of the GenKRU series. Icon Entertainment founder Iman Tang said the idea came shortly after the success of five GenKRU shows, including one in Singapore. “The title ‘One More Time’ is also the name of a track from KRU’s latest album, Kaset , but it carries the meaning of giving fans one more chance. Many requested us to bring the concert to other states, but the ticketing and production costs make it difficult to move beyond Kuala Lumpur. The National Hockey Stadium is ideal because it

MALAYSIAN fans are in for an unforgettable night as Chinese C-pop singer-songwriter Ada Zhuang, known for her evocative ballads and tender vocals, has announced her Ada Zhuang Live Concert in Malaysia to be held on Dec 20 at Arena of Stars, Resorts World Genting. Since her debut in 2012, Zhuang has risen from humble beginnings in Guangdong to become one of the most cherished ballad singers of her generation. With timeless classics such as Ten Thousand Reluctances , Goodbye , Just a Stranger and In the Future , she has amassed billions of streams and earned a loyal following from China to Singapore, from Malaysia to every corner of the Mandopop world. Each track speaks like a diary unsealed, turning private aches into shared understanding. This concert will not be just another celebration of her greatest hits. It will be an emotional journey, a living diary sung on stage, where Zhuang bares her soul in every lyric and note. Fans who have cried with her ballads in solitude will find themselves singing with her in unison, every word a bridge between them. Ada Zhuang Live Concert 2025 is her only Malaysian performance of the year, and an experience that will never be replicated. From the first note to the final encore, it promises to be a night written not just in sound, but in the hearts of everyone present. Tickets for Ada Zhuang Live Concert 2025 are priced from RM228 to RM628, with public sales opening today. Ada Zhuang to perform at Arena of Stars in December Zhuang will perform in Genting on Dec 20.

From left: Norman, Edry and Yusry at the press conference for GenKRU The Finale: One Last Time.

on a bigger scale. The previous shows were indoors, now we are taking it outdoors. “I understand this will be the first time a solo act performs at this stadium, so we want to make it truly special. With the foundation we already have, we are ready to deliver something fresh with new elements we could not do in a closed venue.” Tickets are on sale, priced between RM188 and RM558. Earlier this year, the GenKRU concerts at Axiata Arena Bukit Jalil set two Malaysia Book of Records titles: Most Performances in a Concert Series and Fastest Ticket Sales in One Hour.

allows more creative possibilities in an open-air setting,” he said. Iman added that, like previous concerts, there is a chance the show could be extended depending on response. “We are not chasing records. For us, the performance itself matters more,” he said at the press launch early this week. Group member Norman Abdul Halim explained that the 90s-themed concert was also meant for fans who missed out on earlier shows. “Many said they could not get tickets before, so we wanted to give them another opportunity. This time, we are reimagining it for the very first time is a cultural milestone, not just for Collektr, but for every fan across Asia who has ever been inspired by comics,” said Collektr founder Adlin Yusman. Layton himself added: “In my 50 years of creating comics, I’ve had the privilege of meeting fans all over the world. But this will be my first time in Malaysia, and I couldn’t be more excited. To bring Iron Man to life in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, and to collaborate with incredible local artists, is an experience I’ve been looking forward to for a long time.” The celebrations begins today, with an intimate private dinner at Nobu Kuala Lumpur, where a small group of fans will dine with Layton and hear firsthand stories from his remarkable career. On Saturday, the programme opens with a press conference for media and invited opinion leaders, with Platinum Access holders given the rare chance to join the industry’s inner circle.

GenKRU The Finale: One Last Time poster.

Bob Layton, man behind Iron Man comes to Kuala Lumpur

FOR the first time ever, Malaysian fans will welcome Marvel writer and artist Bob Layton, the man who redefined Iron Man and helped shape the DNA of today’s Marvel Cinematic Universe. Bob Layton Meet & Greet in Kuala Lumpur will take place from tomorrow until Sunday at Amcorp Mall, hosted by Collektr and supported by InkInk Collectibles. With over 6,500 comic credits across Marvel, DC and independent publishers, Layton stands among the most influential creators in the industry. His reinvention of Tony Stark in the late 1970s and 1980s transformed Iron Man from a niche character into a cultural icon. Seminal story arcs like Demon in a Bottle and Armour Wars not only became cornerstones of Marvel lore, but also directly influenced Robert Downey Jr’s portrayal of Iron Man on screen and the billion-dollar Marvel Cinematic Universe. “Without Layton, there would be no Iron Man as we know him today. Hosting him in Malaysia

Exclusive meet-and-greet sessions follow, giving fans a chance to interact with Layton in a personal setting. On Sunday, Layton will headline a live panel session open to all other ticket holders, alongside autograph opportunities and a headline auction of an exclusive, one-of-a-kind artwork: Iron Man battling Fin Fang Foom against the Kuala Lumpur skyline , illustrated by Layton in collaboration with Malaysian artists Ruby Ling and Emily Yim. Fans can select from three ticket tiers, each designed as a collectible experience in itself. Collektr is offering fans the chance to commission original artwork directly from Layton. Collectors can choose from seven distinct commission styles, from full-colour illustrations to dynamic black-and-white sketches. Each commission comes bundled with ticket access to the meet-and-greet event, allowing fans to collect their artwork in person while meeting Layton himself.

Layton is one of the most influential comic book creators of the modern era, best known for redefining Iron Man during Marvel’s Bronze Age.