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FRIDAY | FEB 13, 2026

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Galloping gala for visitors to Berjaya Times Square

Standing out in hanfu attire GUA MUSANG: Traditional Chinese attires such as the samfu and cheongsam have long symbolised Chinese New Year festivities, but a young man here is changing the narrative, spending nearly RM10,000 to don a hanfu and honour his ancestral roots. With a taste for the unique, 33-year-old Chin Qi Yao from Kampung Batu Papan 2 has been celebrating Chinese New Year in hanfu for the past decade, despite the abundance of modern clothing styles. According to Chin, hanfu , with a history spanning over 2,000 years, was the national attire of the Han ethnic group and the daily clothing of dynasties such as Tang, Song and Ming. “You rarely see this kind of traditional clothing in local shops, so I get mine online. Hanfu isn’t just red. It comes in a variety of designs, patterns and colours, which is why I love wearing it on the first day of Chinese New Year. “Unlike samfu , hanfu is worn in two or three layers and tied with strings instead of buttons. I have over 10 hanfu outfits, with some costing about RM500 each, and I don’t mind spending whatever it takes,” he said when met by Bernama recently. Chin said while hanfu might resemble a Japanese kimono or a Korean hanbok at first glance, its design is entirely different, being looser and consisting of separate upper and lower garments. “ Hanfu is traditional Chinese clothing for both men and women, with long sleeves that are loose and wide, giving the arms an open, flowing look. “The way this attire is made carries its own meaning. The wider the sleeves, the more ‘ong’ it represents, which is why you’ll see hanfu with different sleeve widths based on individual preference.” Chin said the young generation often overlook the uniqueness of hanfu , viewing it as old-fashioned and disconnected from current trends. “Not many people like hanfu because they see it as old-fashioned and prefer modern designs that are easier to find and simpler. “ Hanfu is actually quite practical and perfect for festivals and other Chinese cultural events. “I just hope young people don’t lose touch with the clothing that reflects our culture,” he added. Chin, who often posts pictures of himself in hanfu on social media, said it was his way of raising awareness about the traditional garment.

KUALA LUMPUR: Inspired by Chinese aesthetics and the noble spirit of the horse, the ground floor concourse area at Berjaya Times Square Kuala Lumpur (BTSKL) has been transformed into an imperial palace. It has been adorned with auspicious red and gold hues, intricate oriental motifs and regal architectural elements in conjunction with the Lunar New Year of the Horse. From Jan 23 to March 3, the “Palace of Abundant Prosperity” display invites visitors to embark on a festive journey filled with meaningful traditions. At the heart of the decoration stands the majestic golden horse, complemented by two regal golden dragons, symbolising resilience and harmony and ushering in renewed hope, positive beginnings and a prosperous year ahead. Reflecting the grandeur of an emperor’s court, visitors can immerse in a festive atmosphere that celebrates strength, prosperity and unity. Every weekend, the concourse area will burst into a vibrant stage, with Chinese cultural dance and instrumental performances, including the Double Lion Blessing presentation, accompanied by the 0 CNY instrumental music performance - Jan 24 & Feb 1 at 3pm, Feb 7, Feb 14, Feb 18 at 4pm; 0 Double Lion Blessing performance - Jan 25, Feb 7, Feb 14, Feb 17, Feb 18 at 3pm; 0 CNY live band showcase - Jan 25 & Feb 17 at 4pm, Jan 31, Feb 8, Feb 15 at 3pm; o ‘Palace of Abundant Prosperity’ display celebrates Chinese New Year of the Horse in imperial style Ű BY ANDREW SAGAYAM newsdesk@thesundaily.com presence of the God of Prosperity. The list of events are as follows:

To enhance the festive experience, visitors will be able to rent imperial costumes and pose for photos among the colourful displays. – AMIRUL SYAFIQ/THESUN

0 God of Prosperity walkabout - Jan 25, Feb 17 & Feb 18 at 4pm, Feb 8 & Feb 15 at 3pm; and 0 Chinese dance performance - Jan 25, Jan 31, Feb 1, Feb 8, Feb 15 at 5pm. To further elevate the festive shopping experience, BTSKL will also be offering Chinese New Year redemption programmes as follows: 0 Tier 1 (exclusive Golden Horse ang pow packets) with minimum spend of RM98 in no more than two same-day receipts; 0 Tier 2 (Auspicious Reward) with minimum spend of RM218 in no more than four same-day receipts to redeem a RM50 cash voucher; and 0 Tier 3 (Prosperi-Tea cup set) with minimum spend of RM288 in no more than five same-day receipts to redeem a tea cup set with leather bag. All redemptions are on a first-come, first served basis, while stocks last, with terms and conditions applicable. For more information, please visit the information counter located at

the visit www.berjayatimessquarekl.com or follow @BerjayaTimesSquareKL on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. BTSKL is acknowledged as Malaysia’s largest inner city shopping and leisure mall, with a gross built-up area of 7.5 million square feet on a 10-acre site. It houses the Berjaya Times Square Theme Park, Malaysia’s largest indoor theme park which showcases 13 major rides and other fun-tastic attractions, including Go-Kart BTSKL at the B3 parking lot. It is also home to one of the biggest bowling centers in the country – Ampang Superbowl. BTSKL is easily accessible via public transport, with the convenience of the KL Monorail stopping right at its doorstep and the RapidKL station just a five-minute walk away. A newly-launched facility, the e-Hailing Lounge, is located on the ground floor and is furnished with a seating area, air conditioning and device charging stations. ground floor of BTSKL,

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