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LYFE WEDNESDAY | JAN 28, 2026

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The group performs its new song Express Mode .

Kings of K-pop make KL stop Super Junior excitedly greets fans in Malay.

The group appears on stage in elegant white suits.

fully embracing his status as a “universe star”. Meanwhile, Kyuhyun, who was experiencing throat discomfort, apologised to fans and shared, “Malaysia, I can’t shout too much or my voice will die but I’ll do my best.” Leader Leeteuk jokingly added that although he could not rip his shirt on stage, he expressed hopes everyone would still fully enjoy the concert. Super Junior also showcased its mature stage charisma with a series of emotional ballads, taking fans on a nostalgic journey through different eras and memories that have accompanied them from youth until now. Staying true to its concert tradition, the members presented a costume segment themed around cute animals: Leeteuk as a duck, Heechul as a peacock, Yesung as a black cat, Eunhyuk as a rabbit, Donghae as a puppy, Shindong as a panda, Siwon as a horse, Ryeowook as his favourite giraffe and Kyuhyun as a penguin. It performed Rokkugo!!! and Too Many Beautiful Girl filling the arena with laughter and joy. The group went on to perform its new song Express Mode along with iconic hits such as Mr. Simple , Sorry Sorry and Don’t Don during which the entire venue sang along in unison. As Happiness played, the members formed a line and walked around the arena to bid farewell to fans, expressing their regret over only being able to perform for one night in Malaysia – they promised to return again soon.

T HE “Kings of K-Pop” Super Junior returned to Malaysia as a complete nine-member line-up to celebrate its 20th anniversary together with Malaysian E.L.F. (Ever Lasting Friends, the band’s official fan club). Organised by iMe Malaysia, the concert kicked off with Leeteuk, Siwon, Heechul, Ryeowook, Yesung, Kyuhyun, Shindong, Donghae and Eunhyuk appearing on the main stage in elegant white suits, delivering a powerful opening sequence with energetic hits such as Knock Out , U , Black Suit and Mamacita instantly bringing the atmosphere to a fever pitch. During the interaction segment, the group excitedly greeted fans with “Malaysia, apa khabar ! We are Super Junior!” Shindong and Ryeowook were the first to say hello, sending flying kisses to fans – while Donghae shared it had been a long time since they last visited Malaysia and encouraged everyone to enjoy the night together until the very end. Special moments continued as Siwon transformed into a “presidential candidate”, promising fans he would always do his best while Heechul, who had not visited Malaysia in a long time, knelt at the centre of the stage as fans loudly chanted, “ Saranghaeyo Kim Heechul, milk skin Kim Heechul”, o Super Junior returns to Malaysia for 20th anniversary concert

Band members form a line and walk around the arena to bid farewell to fans.

Shindong thanked fans for their unwavering support, saying he expressed hopes to perform in Malaysia for several nights in the future to create more memories together. Yesung shared the band’s stay in Malaysia was less than 24 hours and that he cherished every moment of the performance. Eunhyuk expressed his belief that they would meet again, thanking fans for a beautiful night. Leeteuk revealed Super Junior’s January schedule was fully packed with concerts and thanked fans for following the band everywhere, adding that he wished he could stay longer in Malaysia, noting some fans even attended the concert with their families and children. Heechul jokingly teased Leeteuk by saying some fans’ fathers might be younger than him, prompting Leeteuk to shout playfully, “Fine! I’m your father!” During the encore, Super Junior performed Dancing Out as a special

Some fans attend the concert with their families, including children.

gift to Malaysian E.L.F., recalling they had filmed the song’s music video in Malaysia back in 2006, making the moment especially meaningful. Before leaving the stage, the members continuously sent flying

kisses and heart gestures to fans. As the concert concluded amid thunderous applause and cheers, Super Junior once again promised Malaysian E.L.F. a heartfelt “See you again.”

Super Junior promises to return, telling Malaysian E.L.F. a heartfelt ‘See you again’.

Super Junior showcases its mature stage charisma with a series of emotional ballads.

Leeteuk reveals Super Junior’s January schedule was fully packed with concerts.