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No, this isn’t a drunk text! British pop singer Henry Moodie is returning to Malaysia to kick off his first headline tour in Asia.

Following his successful free concert at The Exchange TRX last May, the viral TikTok star is returning to Kuala Lumpur to kick off his Asia tour, where he’ll be performing in six cities throughout July. Organized by Live Nation, the “Henry Moodie 2025” concert tour in Kuala Lumpur is happening on July 16, 2025 at 8 PM at Zepp Kuala Lumpur. He’ll also be joined by guest performers Bradley Simpson of The Vamps and Reece Bibby of the pop-rock band New Hope Club. 

There are four ticket categories: M&G VIP Package (RM538), CAT 1(RM328), Box (RM2,888), and General Admission (RM 268). CAT 1 tickets are reserved seating, while GA tickets are all standing. Additionally, the Suite Box can accommodate up to 8 people, and the VIP package includes a bunch of perks such as a pre-show individual photo with Henry, early entry to the venue, a VIP tour laminate and lanyard, and priority merchandise shopping. There’s also a VIP upgrade for RM190, which gets you a pre-show individual photo with Bradley Simpson. 

General sale begins on May 15 at 11 AM via GoLive. There are also two presales happening prior, so mark your calendars if you want to get the best seats to this exciting show! Mastercard holders can buy their tickets on May 13 and 14 from 11 AM to 11 AM while a Live Nation presale will take place on May 14 from 12 NN to 11:59 PM. You can register for a FREE membership via Live Nation to access the presale. 

Henry Moodie broke into the scene with his viral hits on TikTok. He released his debut song “You Were There For Me” in 2022, which peaked at number 39 in the UK Singles Download Chart. The singer also toured with British pop band The Vamps later that year. 

His first EP, “In All of My Lonely Nights,” was released last year, featuring many of his viral hits. He went on the Lonely Nights Tour across Europe and the US toured Europe before following it up with a second EP, “Good Old Days,” in October. 

Henry’s Asia tour will take him across five other cities in the region, including Bangkok (July 18), Seoul (July 23), Taipei (July 25), Hong Kong (July 28), and Tokyo (July 30). 

For show updates, follow Live Nation Malaysia on Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter), and Instagram. To know more about Henry Moodie, follow him on TikTok and Instagram.

Plus Ultra! 

Anime fans in Malaysia would be delighted to know that a “My Hero Academia” collaboration café is opening at the LaLaport Bukit Bintang City Centre (BBCC) this May 10, 2025! 

Running from May 10 to July 6, 2025, the Japanese shōnen anime is collaborating with anime-themed café Doko Koko at Lalaport BBCC. Known for their past collaborations with Chinese otome game “Love and Deepspace,” Chinese donghua “Heaven’s Official Blessing,” and Virtual Youtuber Project “NIJISANJI EN,” the experience will surely be a blast for local anime fans! 

Doko Koko will be transformed into a space reminiscent of U.A. High School, with a themed menu to boot! Fans can get a taste of mains like “Deku’s One For All Pasta,” “Explosion Potato Cheese Ball,” “Half-Cold Half-Hot Udon,” “Hardening Fried Chicken Burger,” desserts like “Earphone Jack Bingsu,” “Zero Gravity Strawberry Parfait,” and refreshing drinks such as “Smash Green Latte,” “Booom Tea Blaze,” “Whooosh Sparkler,” and “Swip Matcha.” 

Every order of a drink will come with a free character-themed coaster that fans can bring home! 

Plus, a “My Hero Academia” shop will be right beside the café, selling all kinds of merch and products! Acrylic stands, plush badges, keychains, character cups, towels, stickers, and so much more will be available at the store! Priced from RM10 to RM79, so it’s definitely budget-friendly! 

And if you’re a “My Hero Academia” fan, then all of these should be on your must-collect list. 

Don’t miss out on this special collab event! Head on over to Doko Koko Café from May 10 to July 6 to try out the special menu and get new merch for your collection! 

Follow Doko Koko Café on Instagram for more information and updates! 

Location: Doko Koko Café, Lalaport Bukit Bintang City Centre (BBCC), 2 Jalan Hang Tuah 55200 Kuala Lumpur

Dates: May 10 to July 6, 2025

Opening Hours: 10 AM to 10 PM, Daily 

Big Bang fans, get ready to scream your hearts out — Daesung is bringing his powerhouse vocals and infectious energy to Malaysia this June!

Daesung, renowned for his soulful vocals, infectious personality, and sense of humor, will light up the stage on June 7, 2025, at the Arena of Stars, Resorts World Genting as part of his highly anticipated D’s WAVE Asia tour.

This solo concert will kick off in Seoul on Apr. 26. The Malaysian stop is a new addition to the tour announced on Apr. 20 to the delight of many fans. The K-Pop singer will also visit six other cities: Ho Chi Minh City, Taipei, Hong Kong, Kobe, Macau, and Yokohama. For the full list of concert dates, see below: 

Fans attending can expect an unforgettable show filled with tracks from Daesung's recently released solo mini-album, D’s Wave, his first solo EP. Released in early April, the album showcases his emotive vocals and rock-fueled sound, a culmination of nearly two years of hard work. 

The EP features eight tracks, “Universe,” “Beautiful Life,” and “Fly Away,” among others.

Tickets for the concert will go on sale to the public at 4:26 PM (local time) on May 2, 2025, while exclusive pre-sale access for Resorts World Genting members begins on Apr. 30, 2025 at 4:26 PM (local time).

Prices range from RM388 to RM988 (VIP), with each person able to purchase a maximum of four tickets.

VIP ticket holders will enjoy special perks, including a chance to take a group photo with Daesung, exclusive signed posters, and access to a special one-of-a-kind send-off event, where lucky fans will be randomly plucked for these exclusive experiences.

For tickets and more information, visit etix on their website, or go to Resorts World Genting’s website. 

For more updates, visit Dream Factory Entertainment on their Facebook or Instagram. 

Since its introduction in 1937, the silk scarves from French maison Hermès have always been a symbol of luxury, an icon worn by some of the world’s wealthiest. Now, watch them decorate the skies of Kuala Lumpur in the Hermès Kite Festival. 

The Hermès Kite Festival will be held on May 17 to 18, 2025, at the Sentul Pavilion in Kuala Lumpur, filling the sky with movement, color, and wonderful scenes of silk. Now in its third year, the stunningly elegant event invites everyone to experience Hermès’ rich finesse and touch through their scarves. 

Those joining in the festival can expect to see prints like the Plumets et Panaches, Robe Légère, the Sur Mon Nuage, and more designs turned into kites and decorating the sky. 

The festival is free admission, with the program starting at 10 AM and ending at 8 PM. The festival will also have the following: 

Kite Workshop: Ever wanted to learn how to make a kite? Well, here’s your chance to do so — with Hermès scarves. Whether alone or in pairs, you can learn how to make a kite with silk and then watch your flying piece of art take flight. 

Flying School & Kite Contest: Launch your scarf kites into the sky and learn how to properly fly one. Learn the basics, play with the wind, and see your creations fly through the air along with many others. You can even engage in kite flying contests for more fun!

Live Performances & Aerial Choreographies: Kites have always been a magnificent sight to behold. Watch as professional kite flyers perform aerial choreography and orchestrate a beautiful display. 

The Hermès Kite Festival is open for all on May 17 to 18, 2025. Register to join in this momentous occasion here.

Location: Sentul Pavilion, Jalan Strachan, Sentul West, 51200 Kuala Lumpur

Time: 10 AM to 8 PM

Admission Fee: Free

The final piece to your balletcore fits is finally available in Malaysia!

The PUMA Speedcat Ballerina first popped up on our Instagram feeds after its debut in the OpéraSport AW 2025 show at the Copenhagen Fashion Week last January, and since then we’ve been obsessed. 

The PUMA Speedcat Ballerina is the German brand’s sporty take on the iconic Mary Jane silhouette—blending the motor sport heritage of their iconic PUMA archive and street style, with the femininity of doll shoes. 

The design of the shoe has an open forefoot with an elastic strap closure, taking notes from the classic ballet flats and supporting movement. The shoe also sports the Speedcat’s low-profile silhouette, with a heightened sole for more appeal. 

The shoe goes well with both coquette and cool girl looks, serving up an effortless track-turned street style allure.

The PUMA Speedcat Ballerina is available in three colorways: PUMA Black Mauve Mist, Whisp of PUMA White and Pink, and PUMA Silver and White, and is being sold for RM379.

PUMA Speedcat Motel Pop Up at Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur

Malaysians can finally cop one of the hottest fashion items and go on a road trip across sun-soaked California at PUMA x JD Sports’ exclusive motel pop up from April 16 to 20, 2025, at Starhill Piazza, Bukit Bintang. 

Guests are invited to check in at the motel, get a map and keychain, do a photo op at the photo area, and try on the new PUMA Speedcat at the garage! Guests can also grab a slushie and even personalize their keychains at JD Sports in Pavilion KL. 

Also, only 1 pair of Speedcat Ballerina will be sold per person, so hurry and get to the pop up, stat! 

For more information and updates, check out the PUMA Malaysia website here. While you’re at it, follow PUMA Malaysia on Facebook and Instagram. 

Malaysian Studio Ghibli fans, now’s your chance to watch one of the Japanese animation studio’s classic films. 

Popular Japanese animated fantasy film “Howl’s Moving Castle,” is set for a re-run in Malaysian cinemas! Regional film studio mm2 Entertainment will be bringing the beloved movie back to local Malaysian theaters such as TGV, GSC, MBO Cinemas, and Dadi Cinema this April 17, 2025. 

“Howl’s Moving Castle” will be re-released in its original Japanese audio, with English, Malay, and Chinese subtitles being shown on-screen. 

Hayao Miyazaki’s “Howl’s Moving Castle”

“Howl’s Moving Castle” is a Japanese animated fantasy film written and directed by celebrated Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki. The movie was first released in 2004, premiering at the 61st Venice International Film Festival on Sept. 5, 2004, and theatrically released on Nov. 20, 2004. 

The film is loosely based on the 1986 novel “Howl’s Moving Castle” by Diana Wynne Jones, and follows the story of Sophie, a young hat-maker who was cursed by the Witch of the Waste. She encounters a wizard named Howl and becomes entangled in his schemes and resistance in fighting a war. 

The film explores the themes of pacifism, critique of modern life, growing old, and of compassion. 

The film received universal acclaim across the years, with numerous critics praising Miyazaki’s storytelling, use of childlike wonder, and the themes discussed in the film. It has also become a cult favorite among cinephiles and is considered a “must-watch” film from Studio Ghibli. 

“Howl’s Moving Castle” in Malaysian Cinemas on April 17, 2025

Some local cinemas and the Japan Foundation in Malaysia are holding giveaway contests for the upcoming “Howl’s Moving Castle” re-run. Check out these posts to see what’s up! 

At the same time, Dadi Cinema is holding a “Howl’s Moving Castle” Fan Gathering on Apr. 16, 2025, at Dadi Cinema PKL at 8 PM. For RM45, fans will receive one random button badge, one random magnet, a pouch, and a towel. 

Relive the Studio Ghibli magic and watch “Howl’s Moving Castle” on the big screen. Follow mm2 Entertainment on their Facebook and Instagram pages for more information!

One of Mandopop’s most beloved singers is returning to Kuala Lumpur. 

Taiwan-based Mandopop singer Della Ding Dang is set to perform at the Mega Star Arena in Kuala Lumpur this July 5, 2025, for her concert tour “A Night Tour.” 

Known for her powerful vocals and her emotional ballads such as “I Love Him,” “Suddenly Want To Love You,” “Night Cat,” and more, Ding Dang, also known as Della, will also be bringing a new feel to her performances. 

Della Ding Dang will perform at the Mega Star Arena in Kuala Lumpur on July 5, 2025. Tickets to her show will be available from Apr. 18, 2025, at 12 PM via Ticketing Tix. Tickets are priced from RM298 (CAT 4), RM398 (CAT 3), RM498 (CAT 2), RM598 (CAT 1), and RM738 (VIP). 

Fans who purchase VIP, CAT 1, or CAT 2 ticket tiers until June 29 will be entitled to Fan Benefits, which include include a 1:1 Photo Shoot with Ding Dang, a Group Photo (10:1), an Exclusive Lanyard, a Signed Poster, and Limited Edition Signed Merchandise.

Looking forward to catching Della Ding Dang live? Mark your calendars and ready your wallets! For more information and updates, visit C7 Entertainment’s Instagram page.