2000s OG Dancehall Icon Sean Paul To Perform In Malaysia This October
Jamaican dancehall icon Sean Paul is set to perform live in Malaysia on 10th October 2025 (Friday) at Idea Live Arena, Petaling Jaya. Bringing his 2000s hits such as 'Temperature' and 'Get Busy', expect to be on your feet with a night of energy-filled anthems.
The Jamaican singer and rapper had won a Grammy for 'Best Reggae Album' in 2003 for his 'Dutty Rock' album and was nominated for 'British Best of the Year' for his feature in 'Rockabye' by Anne-Marie and Clean Bandit. Outside of his music career, Paul is also an activist in climate change, where he attended the United Nations Climate Change Conference in 2015 and founded the 'Sean Paul Foundation' in 2020 to aid less-fortunate communities in Jamaica.
'Every time I get the chance to meet fans from all over the world, it's a blessing. I can't wait to come back to Malaysia. The support and energy from Malaysian fans is incredible', says Paul to Harian Metro. The 52-year-old singer had last visited Malaysia back in 2018 and is back now to unveil his newest track, 'Ginger', to awaiting fans. Whether you've been waiting for his return or this is your first time seeing him live, here are details to his upcoming show:
Sean Paul Live In KL
Date: 10th October 2025 (Friday)
10th October 2025 (Friday) Time: TBA
TBA Venue: Idea Live Arena, Petaling Jaya
Idea Live Arena, Petaling Jaya Organiser: Epic Elation
Epic Elation Ticketing: TBA
Ticketing and seating plans will be announced by the organisers soon. Head on over to Epic Elation's social media page for the latest updates on Sean Paul's concert in KL!
Sources: Harian Metro, Instagram
Alyssa Gabrielle contributed to this article.
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