Tag: entertainment

Downtown East Celebrates Christmas with a Sweet Line-up of Festive Experiences for all Ages!

SINGAPORE, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — This yuletide, families looking for Christmas activities in Singapore can look forward to a joyous season of play, discovery and togetherness at Downtown East (DE) by NTUC Club. From November 16 to December 31, 2026, “A Sweet Christmas” will transform the lifestyle destination into a festive wonderland featuring a Christmas market, […]

Philips Evnia Unveils Latest Gaming Monitors, Featuring the World’s First 36-inch 260Hz Display Built for Gamers

SINGAPORE, Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Philips Evnia adds the 36M4C5500P, its world’s first 36-inch gaming monitor, adopting a 36-inch curved fast VA 1500R panel with Ultra-Wide QHD resolution and a 260Hz overclockable refresh rate. The 21:9 ultrawide form paired with high refresh delivers crisp visuals and fluid gameplay. Certified DisplayHDR 400 brings immersive HDR effects, […]

DJI Osmo Pocket 4P Pearl White Now Available, Bringing Style to Cinematic Creators Worldwide

SHENZHEN, China,/PRNewswire/ — DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today announces the global availability of the Osmo Pocket 4P Pearl White. This elegant new colorway delivers the complete dual-lens filmmaking power of the acclaimed Osmo Pocket 4P, featuring a premium 1-inch CMOS sensor with 17 stops of dynamic range, the […]

arrivia and Comoclub Launch Dedicated Cruise Programme for Comoclubbers

SINGAPORE, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — arrivia, global leader in travel loyalty and rewards solutions, has partnered with Comoclub, the recognition programme of the COMO Group, to launch Comoclub x iCruise, a dedicated cruise programme designed exclusively for Comoclubbers. The partnership brings the Comoclub lifestyle experience to sea, opening up a world of inspiring voyages, remarkable […]

Taman Safari Indonesia Brings Wildlife, Entertainment and Family Experiences

JAKARTA, Indonesia,/PRNewswire/ — Taman Safari Indonesia Group continues to bring together wildlife, entertainment, culture, and family experiences through its diverse tourism destinations across Indonesia. From immersive safari adventures to marine attractions, cultural performances, and interactive entertainment, the Group offers visitors a variety of experiences that combine recreation, education, and discovery. In Bali, Taman Safari Bali […]

2026 Yangtze River Delta International Youth Film Festival Unveiled in Ningbo

NINGBO, China, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — From October 17 to 23, the 2026 Yangtze River Delta International Youth Film Festival, guided by the China Film Administration and co-hosted by China Media Group and the People’s Government of Zhejiang Province, is being held in Ningbo, China. As China’s first officially established film festival dedicated to […]

Liwa International Festival 2027 Returns to Al Dhafra Region with New Experiences, Global Entertainment and More to Discover

ABU DHABI, UAE, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Liwa International Festival 2027 (Liwa 2027), Al Dhafra Region’s flagship winter celebration, will return from 11 December 2026 to 2 January 2027 amid the dunes of Liwa desert. The 2027 edition brings a reimagined Liwa Village, a new international entertainment show, motorsport championships, heritage experiences and family […]

CelcomDigi redefines entertainment with all-new StreamMORE Bundles

About CelcomDigi CelcomDigi is Malaysia’s largest mobile network operator with more than 20.4 million users on its network. The company aims to serve the growing digital needs of its customers by leveraging its newly combined widest network footprint, distribution touchpoints, innovative range of digital products and services, and superior customer experience powered by over 3,800 top industry experts. The company has clearly defined ambitions to advance the nation, inspire Malaysian society, and be a leader in inclusion and ESG practices. For more information on CelcomDigi, visit www.celcomdigi.com.

PETALING JAYA, 8 June — CelcomDigi Berhad (“CelcomDigi”) unveils its new StreamMORE Bundles, redefining how customers enjoy and manage their favourite entertainment content. Moving beyond typical bundle offers, StreamMORE brings together leading streaming platforms into carefully curated packages tailored to customers’ diverse content preferences. This enables customers to conveniently enjoy entertainment from multiple premium services, […]

KL has the potential to become a major regional concert destination – Live Nation

KUALA LUMPUR: Kuala Lumpur has the potential to rival major regional concert destinations such as Singapore, but stronger coordination in the country's live entertainment ecosystem is needed to attract more international tours and global artists. Live Nation Malaysia Managing Director, Paramananthan Rajagopal said the city has many of the key elements needed to become a major tour destination in Asia including infrastructure, passionate fans and strategic location, however improvements in terms of coordination, venue readiness and industry support remain essential. "Actually, Kuala Lumpur has everything. In fact, maybe better than some other cities, but what we need now is coordination. "An event cannot be made successful by one individual alone. All parties need to work together to ensure that a performance can be held," he told reporters after the launch of the KL Headline Season 2026 here, last night. Paramananthan said the live entertainment industry in Malaysia needs to work together to strengthen the international perception of Kuala Lumpur as a trusted concert destination. "Most international artists and management teams will search for Kuala Lumpur on Google before deciding to tour. Sometimes, what pops up in those searches are stories about cancellations, protests or approval issues (of a concert). "However, in a country like Singapore, the narrative is different. They promote positive things and position the country as a concert destination," he said. He said the issue was not just about facilities, as Kuala Lumpur already had the infrastructure needed to host large-scale productions, although some venues needed improvements to meet the expectations of fans and productions. "Fans pay high prices for tickets. They expect more comfortable seats, clearer views and better facilities. Therefore, venue maintenance and upgrades are very important," he said. Paramananthan said venue availability is one of the biggest challenges facing concert organisers in the country, especially when international tours operate according to a set schedule across various countries. "Our problem behind the scenes is the availability of venues. Tours already have fixed dates and sometimes we can't change them because there are no venues," he said, adding that some countries prioritize international artist tours as part of a broader economic strategy. He said the live entertainment industry should no longer be seen as mere entertainment, but rather concerts also generate huge economic spillovers in the tourism, hospitality, retail and transportation sectors. Malaysia has organised more than 400 concerts in 2024, generating more than RM553 million in tourism and economic impact, while for this year, the industry is expected to contribute almost RM1.7 billion to the national economy, he said. Paramananthan said that fans from neighbouring countries including Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Taiwan, Hong Kong and the Philippines are increasingly coming to Kuala Lumpur, specifically to attend concerts, reflecting the capital's growing influence in the regional live entertainment landscape. He said the newly launched KL Headline Season 2026 was created to place Kuala Lumpur firmly on the global tour map and establish the city as the premier entertainment capital in Asia. The launch was attended by Communications Minister, Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories), Hannah Yeoh. The initiative, developed by Live Nation Malaysia in collaboration with PR Worldwide, Tourism Malaysia and CelcomDigi, is expected to bring 25 international music acts across six major venues throughout 2026, attracting an estimated 500,000 fans from Malaysia and across the region, with a roster of artists including big names such as Post Malone, The Weeknd, BTS, Laufey and LANY. -- BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR, MAY 26 — Kuala Lumpur has the potential to rival major regional concert destinations such as Singapore, but stronger coordination in the country’s live entertainment ecosystem is needed to attract more international tours and global artists. Live Nation Malaysia Managing Director, Paramananthan Rajagopal said the city has many of the key elements needed […]