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G.E.M. brings world tour to M’sia in June The concert title is derived from G.E.M.’s birth name ‘Gloria’, symbolising a return to her roots.

The film stars talents from Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore. Kong Tao surpasses RM1 million on second day

MALAYSIA–THAILAND horror thriller Kong Tao has recorded RM1 million in ticket sales last Friday just one day after its nationwide release, making it the fastest local Chinese-language black magic themed film in Malaysian history to cross the million mark. The movie stars Malaysian actors Bront Palarae, Yumi Wong and Eric Lay, as well as Hong Kong actor Philip Keung, Thai actress Kao Supassara Thanachat, Singapore actors Glenn Yong and Mayiduo. Prior to its official release, Kong Tao held premiere events in Penang and the Klang Valley, where the entire cast walked the red carpet to meet fans. Following the premieres, the cast continued their promotional tour with media interviews, visiting cinemas and shopping malls across the Klang Valley for meet-and-greet sessions with fans. The story revolves around a mysterious mass black magic incident involving students. Thai

journalist Fon investigates the decades-old case and encounters four YouTubers – Chenxin, Wei Kang, Potato and Weien – who travelled to Thailand for paranormal exploration. After returning home, they begin experiencing terrifying supernatural events, with Wei Kang eventually dying under mysterious circumstances. Directed by Peiji Goh ( The Locksmith ) and cinematographer turned-director Yong Choon Lin ( Paskal ) and produced by CH Chiah, the film brings together talents from Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore. Presented by Mega Films Distribution, the film is co-produced by Distinct Entertainment, de Kangaroo Pictures, Amphibia Films, King Kong Media Production, Clover Films, Think Media and Sing Lian Ping, with support from Malaysia’s Communications Ministry and the National Film Development Corporation.

M ANDOPOP singer G.E.M. (Gloria Tang) will return to Malaysia with the G.E.M. I Am Gloria World Tour 2.0 on June 6 at the TM National Stadium Bukit Jalil in Kuala Lumpur. This year, G.E.M. is set to elevate the experience to new heights. Following her record breaking, sold-out spectacle in 2025, Version 2.0 is not just a concert – it is an evolutionary leap in stage production – a sprawling, cinematic masterpiece designed to deliver a sensory resonance like never before. This stop is not only one of the most anticipated by fans across Southeast Asia, but also marks an important milestone in G.E.M.’s journey of crowning her musical glory. The concert title is derived from G.E.M.’s birth name “Gloria”, symbolising a return to her roots and an embrace of her truest self. From the opening moment, the 2.0 stage captivates with striking visual elements, including a regal sceptre motif, a colossal mechanical lion, a gemstone-inspired extended runway, immersive laser matrices, pyrotechnics and dynamic 4D effects. Through stage design, lighting architecture and sonic craftsmanship, the production vividly brings to life the journey and spiritual core embodied by “Gloria”. Throughout the journey of the I Am Gloria World Tour, G.E.M. has opened her heart to her fans time and again. Today, she is no longer just “Get Everybody Moving” – the G.E.M. we once knew – but also “Gloria”, someone who has witnessed the light and now seeks to reflect it outward. She has deeply realised “every o Expect visual feast including pyrotechnics, dynamic 4D effects

Gayong 2 releases on April 9 LOCAL film Gayong 2 will be released in cinemas on April 9 on the heels of last year’s first film, which grossed over RM4 million. In a recent statement, Media Prima Content & TV Networks said the film is expected to be presented on a larger scale with a more in depth storyline and thrilling action. According to the company, in the first film, the audience was taken on a journey into the early life of the Silat Gayong founder, the late Datuk Meor Abdul Rahman, from Perak, in defending honour, heritage and identity through the art of silat.

Tickets for the concert will go on sale on April 3.

box office history. Including the current show, the tour has reached 155 performances, with 143 held in stadiums, continuing to set the record as the Asian artiste with the most stadium shows in a single tour. Through her music, she will continue to share the power and warmth embodied in “I Am Gloria”, inviting fans from all around to witness this glorious moment unique to Kuala Lumpur and to create an unforgettable chapter of the Malaysia tour stop together. Tickets for the concert will go on sale on April 3.

crack in life is simply an opening for the light to shine through” and through the musical storytelling of this tour, she hopes to create an even deeper emotional connection with her audience. As she often tells her fans on stage: “When you feel lonely, remember – you are not alone.” Since its launch in 2023, the I Am Gloria World Tour 1.0 has spanned Asia, Europe and the Americas, repeatedly achieving milestones with sold-out shows in arenas of over 10,000 seats. For this tour, G.E.M. ranked top two in global female artistes’ single-tour

“The story of struggle, sacrifice and the spirit of the nation not only touches emotions but also leaves a profound impact on the audience. “ Gayong 2 promises a more comprehensive, entertaining experience while simultaneously leaving a lasting impact on the audience. This is the much anticipated sequel that is believed to exceed expectations,” said the statement.

The statement also said the film, inspired by a true story, is once again brought to life by actor Beto Kusyairi, who is expected to continue to add a new dimension to the legendary character closely tied to cultural heritage and identity. – Bernama Audiences can expect more thrilling action. – TGVPIC