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New Straits Times
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Henry Golding chooses Tuah for his character name in 'The Old Guard 2'
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia-born Hollywood actor Henry Golding has expressed his pride that the legendary Malay folk tale of Hang Tuah found its way into the film The Old Guard 2, now streaming on Netflix. Golding, 38, revealed in a recent interview that director Victoria Mahoney readily accepted his suggestion to name his character 'Tuah'. "She had several other name suggestions and asked for my opinion. The name Tuah was the one that stood out the most. In Malaysian folklore, there's a story about a local warrior named Hang Tuah," he explained. Featured Videos "I think it makes more sense with the element of eternal life and travelling the world. In Malaysia, he is one of the greatest heroes of local folklore. I believe the name is appropriate," Golding added. The actor also wove other local cultural elements into the film, such as the inclusion of a kris. "The kris is the weapon typically used by local warriors in silat, a self-defence art practised in Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia and Malaysia. "I'm happy that Victoria was so open to working on that. It also gave it a more personal element. It was exciting to be able to bring a piece of who I am to the character," he said. Aside from Golding, The Old Guard 2 also features a stellar cast including Charlize Theron, Uma Thurman, Kiki Layne, Veronica Ngo, Matthias Schoenaerts, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Marwan Kenzari, and Luca Marinelli.
Malay Mail
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
From ‘Kopi Peng' to ‘Tuah': Malaysians flood Zoo Melaka contest to name panther cub, submission form closes early
MELAKA, July 4 — A Zoo Melaka contest that invited the public to name a black panther cub has seemingly closed ahead of schedule, after drawing thousands of submissions. The competition, which was scheduled to run from July 1 to July 25, aimed to name a male cub born at the zoo on February 24, 2025. At the time of writing, the submission form says that it is 'no longer accepting responses.' New Straits Times (NST) today reported that the zoo had received over 20,000 submissions. With the submission form no longer active, netizens have taken to the zoo's Instagram and Facebook pages to post their name suggestions in the comments. Among them were 'Kopi Peng (Iced Coffee)', 'Si Dakwat (Ink)' and 'Tuah' — a nod to the popular Melaka folklore character Hang Tuah. The cub is part of ongoing efforts to raise awareness about local wildlife conservation and the captive breeding of the endangered Malayan panther. According to the NST report, Zoo Melaka director Zahidah Izzati Zeid said the naming contest was designed to engage the public and raise awareness of the zoo's conservation work. 'By giving the public the opportunity to name the Malayan panther cub, we hope to garner public interest and create awareness on the success of our captive breeding initiatives of local wild Malaysian species,' she was quoted as saying.
Rakyat Post
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Rakyat Post
Hate To Break It To You, But There's No Hang Tuah In The Old Guard 2
Subscribe to our FREE Sleeper-hit film The Old Guard, which was released in 2020, follows the story of a group of mercenaries who could not be killed. That's right, they are immortal. Releasing on Netflix tomorrow (2 July) is its highly anticipated sequel – The Old Guard 2 – which brings a new addition to the cast of its unkillable characters: Malaysian-born Crazy Rich Asians star Henry Golding. The movie introduces Tuah, who is played by Henry and is also an immortal character. At first, there's not much to make of it – a Southeast Asian actor playing a character named Tuah is not unusual. That is, until we spotted the weapon he wields in the movie poster: a Keris. Say what? Combining the name Tuah and a keris brings his character close to a portrayal of Hang Tuah. For context, Hang Tuah is a storied hero in Malay legend, a powerful warrior and Laksamana (court admiral) from the Melaka Sultanate famous for his loyalty, martial skill, and tales involving a magical keris called Taming Sari as well as rivalries such as that with Hang Jebat. Malaysians went wild with theories that the character is actually THE Hang Tuah. read some theory about the old guard 2 and there is a chance that henry golding is hang tuah in it 😭😭😭 this is genuinely mad if u know anything about malay history — ْ (@d00scar) One of the movie's teaser posters revealed more of the character, showing him holding what is obviously a keris, which is also Hang Tuah's signature weapon. That is definitely a keris. Image: IMP Awards If he really is supposed to be some incarnation of Hang Tuah, he is certainly a more modern one in t-shirt and slacks. Hang Tuah is usually pictured as a man with long hair, a moustache, and beard, while wearing traditional Malay attire including a tanjak (traditional Malay headgear). Veteran musician M. Nasir played Hang Tuah in the 2004 film Puteri Gunung Ledang. Image: Illuminasi As far as Henry's portrayal goes, he already has the facial hair down. Perhaps this is what Hang Tuah would look like in the 21st century. Unfortunately, Henry revealed in an The Old Guard 2 features a star-studded cast including Charlize Theron, Uma Thurman, Henry Golding, and Chiwetel Ejiofor. Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
Rakyat Post
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Rakyat Post
P. Ramlee's Spirit To Light Up KL In An Unforgettable Night Of Music And Nostalgia
Subscribe to our FREE Mark your calendars, Malaysia – something special is coming your way. This 20 September 2025, the Mega Star Arena in Kuala Lumpur will transform into a grand stage celebrating one of Malaysia's most beloved cultural icons, Tan Sri P. Ramlee, with the Konsert Legasi P. Ramlee – a tribute concert unlike any other. Announced at a press event held at Kompleks Studio Merdeka, FINAS, Ulu Kelang, the concert is a project by TanahAir Films Sdn. Bhd., a local production house co-founded by renowned media figure Datuk Khairul Anwar Salleh and multi-talented actor-director Adlin Aman Ramlie. This concert isn't just another musical night – it's part of a much bigger vision called Projek Perdana P. Ramlee , a multi-platform initiative to honour the genius of P. Ramlee and his peers, and bring their timeless art into the hearts of a new generation. So, who was P. Ramlee? If you're Malaysian, chances are you've heard his songs or watched his movies – or both. Born in 1929, Tan Sri P. Ramlee was more than a singer – he was a film director, actor, composer, and cultural icon whose legacy shaped Malaysia's entertainment industry. With classics like Bujang Lapok , Hang Tuah , and countless evergreen songs to his name, he's often remembered as a one-man powerhouse of creativity, heart, and humour. A star-studded lineup and a 60-piece orchestra Konsert Legasi P. Ramlee promises a grand performance that's both nostalgic and bold. Think cinematic lighting, theatrical storytelling, and a blend of old-meets-new musical arrangements — all under the baton of four Malaysian music legends: Dato' Ramli MS, Datuk Mokhzani Ismail, Helen Yap, and Michael Veerapen. Together, they'll lead a 60-piece orchestra through more than 30 of P. Ramlee's most treasured songs, some reimagined with contemporary flair, while others stay true to their original form. Taking the stage will be iconic voices like Dato' Jamal Abdillah, Datuk Zainalabidin, Ella, Liza Hanim, Mimi Fly, and Nadeera, each bringing their unique spin to P. Ramlee's timeless music. And for that touch of nostalgia? Tribute performers P. Radhi, Danie Hasbullah, and Musly Ramlee – known for channeling P. Ramlee's signature charm and voice – will make special appearances. More Than a Concert — It's a Cultural Revival 'This concert is more than just entertainment. It is a bridge between generations, a revival of timeless artistic values, and a heartfelt tribute to one of the greatest cultural figures in our nation's history,' Khairul said. Concert director Adlin echoed the sentiment, describing the show as 'a bold reinvention' of the golden era of Malay music. 'It will revive the spirit of P. Ramlee not only in melody, but through every scene, every moment, and every emotional beat,' he shared. The concert marks the second chapter of the Projek Perdana P. Ramlee journey, following the launch of the Legasi Podcast in 2024. According to the organisers, more creative projects under this initiative are still to come. When and Where to Get Tickets Tickets go on sale Friday, 27 June 2025, via For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes teasers, follow @konsertlegasipramlee, @tanahairfilms, and @legasipodcast on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. So, get ready, Malaysia – Konsert Legasi P. Ramlee is shaping up to be a heartfelt, nostalgic, and unforgettable celebration of a true legend. Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
New Straits Times
18-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
8 upgraded lifts at 5 monorail stations now fully operational
KUALA LUMPUR: Eight lifts at five monorail stations are now fully operational after undergoing upgrades and passing safety inspections by the relevant government agencies. Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd (Rapid Rail), in a statement today, said the stations involved were Imbi, Maharajalela and Medan Tuanku, each with two lifts, while Hang Tuah and Raja Chulan had one lift each. It said that the upgrade was carried out to provide greater comfort and accessibility for all users, especially the elderly, persons with disabilities and families with young children or using baby strollers. "The remaining eight lifts and one escalator at six other stations are currently undergoing final commissioning tests and the process of obtaining lifting machine permits, and are expected to be fully completed by the end of May 2025," the statement said. Rapid Rail said the upgrade was part of a RM12.6 million allocation covering various improvement initiatives at 11 monorail stations, including the installation of automatic platform door systems and platform lifts for wheelchairs, which have been in operation since December 2024, as well as repair works on lifts and escalators. According to the statement, the monorail service saw an average of 57,000 passengers per day in 2024, marking an eight percent increase from 52,000 daily passengers the previous year. "This increase marks a continued recovery and positive growth in the use of public transport in the capital. "It also reflects growing user confidence, with the monorail once again becoming the preferred mode of transport for city residents' daily commute," it said. Therefore, Rapid Rail said user-friendly lift facilities were essential to ensure smooth passenger movement at the stations and to provide a safer and more comfortable travel experience for all. In the same statement, Prasarana Malaysia Berhad Group chief operating officer Amir Hamdan expressed hope that the lift facilities would be well utilised with priority given to those in need.
