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Terry Lin returns to Malaysia in 2026 with ONEtake 2.0 tour MANDOPOP powerhouse Terry Lin is set to take the stage at the Arena of Stars on Jan 17, 2026 at 6pm with an exclusive Malaysia stop for his ONEtake 2.0 World Tour. With a career spanning over 30 years, Lin has earned his title as the “Mandopop Live King”. Renowned for his soaring vocals and live performances, he has delivered countless hits that continue to resonate with fans across generations. Classics such as Tears of Mona Lisa , San Le Ba ( Scatter ), Shu Le Ni Ying Le Shi Jie You Ru He ( Losing You but Winning the World ) and the show-stopping Fu Kua ( Exaggerated ) have left an indelible mark on Mandopop, each song showcasing his ability to tell stories through music and connect deeply with audiences. The concept of “ONEtake” reflects Lin’s ultimate pursuit of musical perfection – one take, one recording, no compromises. With ONEtake 2.0, he takes this vision further, enhancing his vocal performance and stage storytelling. For the Malaysia stop, Lin has curated a concert experience tailored for local fans. Expect exclusive surprises, special themed elements, and a meticulously crafted journey that blends lighting, stage design and music into a seamless immersive experience. Every aspect of the show is designed to celebrate Lin’s iconic hits and the excitement of the new year. Tickets are priced from RM272 to RM972.

Sentuhan Wira recreates 1992 Thomas Cup magic B ELIEVING in the power of teamwork, director Lenny Ooi is placing his bets on a line-up of new faces to lead the film o Cast of fresh faces The main cast of Sentuhan Wira will undergo intensive training to ensure their movements on court mirror the actual playing styles. must truly know how to play,” he said. According to Ooi, one of the most difficult roles to cast was left-handed national badminton ace Soo Beng Kiang. The role eventually went to actor Liang Chia, who fit the criteria, including resembling the player’s physique. “In 1992, we had Malay, Chinese and Indian players in one team. We want the younger generation to remember this historic moment and see how sports can unite Malaysia,” he said, adding that filming will begin in April next year.

Rashid described the making of Sentuhan Wira as a meaningful tribute to the sacrifices of players who once brought Malaysia pride on the international stage. He said the film, produced by Victory Pictures, brings back the realities of their struggle for the younger generation to appreciate. “I’m very proud that our sacrifices are being recognised and immortalised on the big screen. It remains a very meaningful memory for us,” he said. Ahmad Syafiq, who plays Razif Sidek, said he referred to the animated series Anak-Anak Sidek to better understand his role, in addition to reviewing old footage and historical material about the legendary Sidek family. “This is the research phase. Much of Anak-Anak Sidek is based on true events, and I’ve also been asking Rashid many questions to better understand the spirit and playing style of the character (I play),” he said. – Bernama

Sentuhan Wira ( Victory Touch ), which tells the story of Malaysia’s historic 1992 Thomas Cup victory. Ooi said the audition process held in October involved more than 300 candidates, and national badminton legends Datuk Rashid Sidek and Datuk Cheah Soon Kit were also present to help assess their badminton playing abilities, particularly in terms of their basic movements on the court. “The selection was based on their acting first. Only the suitable ones were tested on badminton skills by Rashid and Cheah,” he said after a press conference to announce the cast and official sponsors of Sentuhan Wira . Being his first Malay film project, Ooi said the biggest challenge was finding new talents who could convincingly portray the former national players with authenticity. “For this film, we weren’t just looking for actors… we needed actual badminton players. Their body movements must be precise and they

The cast also includes Kim Azzim as Rashid Sidek, Sam Liew (Cheah Soon Kit), Ahmad Syafiq Khairul Anuar (Razif Sidek), Ahmad Syahir Mohd Syafe’in (Jalani Sidek), Azim Yusof (Rahman Sidek), Hon Kahoe (Foo Kok Keong), S Jay (Kuan Yoke Ming) and Henry Ong (Wong Ewee Mun). Ooi said the cast will undergo about three weeks of intensive training with Rashid and Cheah to ensure their movements on court mirror the actual playing styles. He added that the production team is also using archival footage obtained from the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia as a reference to study the real players’ styles, key points and iconic match moments. With over 30 years of experience in the Chinese-language entertainment industry, Ooi said Sentuhan Wira is more than just a sports film – it also carries a message of racial unity, echoing the spirit of the 1992 Malaysian Thomas Cup team.

Lin’s voice is set to fill the Arena of Stars once again.

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