03-07-2025
Louis XIII and the 30-minute RM97k party
Published on: Thursday, July 03, 2025
Published on: Thu, Jul 03, 2025 Text Size: A photo of the receipt share recently on social media. KUALA LUMPUR: A photo of a nightclub receipt totalling RM97,760.60 for just 30 minutes of partying has sparked a flurry of reactions online. The bill, dated June 27 at 11.28pm and paid just after midnight, showed three bottles of Louis XIII cognac racking up RM78,888 alone. Adding to the tab were service tips for staff and PRMs (public relations members), each tagged at RM300, alongside a 10 per cent service charge and 8 per cent SST. By the end of the night, the subtotal of RM82,948 swelled to nearly RM98,000 thanks to tax charges alone costing more than a new kapchai. Netizens were divided - some defended the spender's right to splurge, others were floored by the apparent mark-up on the cognac. One pointed out that the SST rate shown did not match the new rate effective from July 1, casting doubt on the bill's timing and accuracy. Still, many agreed on one thing: whether real or not, this receipt is a sobering reminder of KL nightlife's premium pricing. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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