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NDTV
3 days ago
- Business
- NDTV
Jack Ma Spotted Riding Bicycle On Chinese Streets, Internet Says, "Simplicity At Its Peak"
Billionaire and Alibaba co-founder Jack Ma was recently seen riding a bicycle through the streets of Hangzhou, China. A video of his rare appearance went viral on social media, with users praising his "simplicity". Watch the video here: Jack Ma was spotted riding his bicycle bicycle in Hangzhou. Although he has retained his position as CEO, his story reminds me of China's Last Emperor, who was pardoned after the revolution (despite collaborating with the Japanese) and became a simple gardener. — Dott. Orikron 🇵🇹 (@orikron) July 18, 2025 The video was shared on X (formerly Twitter) on July 17 by user Dott. Orikron. "Jack Ma was spotted riding his bicycle in Hangzhou," the user wrote in the caption. "Although he has retained his position as CEO, his story reminds me of China's Last Emperor, who was pardoned after the revolution (despite collaborating with the Japanese) and became a simple gardener." "Simplicity at its peak," one user wrote. While another said, "Alas, look how happy and free he is." A third user wrote, "A simple gardener with billions in the bank - is China so safe that billionaires like him don't need bodyguards?" As per a report by Hype Malaysia, the video was first uploaded by a XiaoHongShu user, who revealed that she ran into Ma when she was with friends at the park. The user reportedly said, "I came to West Lake (in Hangzhou with my friends and ran into Jack Ma! He was wearing sportswear!" The Alibaba co-founder confirmed his identity when asked by the woman. Jack Ma's recent appearance Ma had kept a low profile since 2020, following a public criticism of China's financial regulators, which led to a crackdown on Alibaba and Ant Group. However, his recent appearances suggest a possible reconciliation between the Chinese government and the tech industry. Earlier this year, in February, Ma attended a high-profile meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping and other business leaders. His reappearance is seen as an effort to revive investor confidence in China's struggling economy. His net worth stands at about $26.5 billion as of July 2025, according to Forbes. He stepped down as Alibaba's executive chairman in 2019.
Hype Malaysia
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Giveaway: Win Concert Tix To Watch Siti Nurhaliza Live In Genting
Want to watch Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza live in concert? Well, you're in for a treat! As you know, the icon is set to celebrate 30 glorious years in the music industry with the much-anticipated 'Violet Skies: Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza Live In Arena Of Stars'. This upcoming milestone concert marks Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza's grand return to the stage following two sold-out performances last year. Here are details about the show and how you can win some tickets to see her live: Violet Skies: Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza Live In Arena Of Stars Date: 5th & 6th July 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) 5th & 6th July 2025 (Saturday & Sunday) Time: 8:30pm 8:30pm Venue: Arena of Stars, Resorts World Genting Arena of Stars, Resorts World Genting Ticketing: VIP – RM768, PS1 – RM658, PS2 – RM398, PS3 – RM398, PS4 – RM278 Take Part In Our Contest & Score Tickets To The Show! Thanks to our friends at Resorts World Genting, we're giving away 10 tickets to Hype Malaysia's loyal readers to watch Siti Nurhaliza live in concert on 5th July (Saturday)! To be in the running to win, tell us your favourite track from the Malaysian icon in our Facebook contest post (it can also be a cover they have done). Terms and conditions: Like Hype Malaysia's Facebook, follow us on Instagram @hypemy and Twitter @HypeMY. Share this contest on your socials. Increase your chances by getting your friends to like and share your social media posts. Tag your friends and tell us what your favourite Siti Nurhaliza song is in our social media post. Private Message us the link to your contest post on Facebook after you're done. Include your Twitter and Instagram account links so that we can verify. Ensure that your post privacy is set to public, otherwise we won't be able to see it! There will be no winners announcement post as winners will be contacted privately via Facebook by late June 2025. The organiser's decision on all matters relating to this contest shall be final, and no correspondence shall be entertained. HERE is a step-by-step guide to help you from getting disqualified. What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
Hype Malaysia
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Jaclyn Victor Marries Long-Time Boyfriend Calvin T. Samuel In Intimate Ceremony
The legendary Jaclyn Victor has had plenty to celebrate recently. Not only does she have a hot new track out, but she is also officially married to her long-time boyfriend, Calvin T. Samuel. Previously, the singer kept her partner's identity a secret, but she did reveal that her children had already begun to accept him as part of the family, even in the early stages of their relationship. It also appears that only close friends and family were aware of the wedding, as the vocalist has never publicly disclosed any details about the ceremony or even her engagement. Nevertheless, the joyous occasion was shared by her friends, and here's what went down: Over the weekend, it was reported that Jaclyn Victor had married Calvin T. Samuel, a director and executive coach at Wadadli Ltd, as well as a lecturer. The intimate ceremony took place at an undisclosed venue and was attended by close friends and family. Among the celebrities present at the beautiful event were Shila Amzah, Marsha Milan, Atilia Haron, Salamiah Hassan, Ning Baizura, Anuar Zain, and Ziana Zain. Although Jaclyn herself has yet to post about her marriage, many of her peers shared moments from the ceremony — including the bride walking down the aisle, the couple exchanging vows, and saying their 'I dos'. Of course, it wouldn't be a wedding without taking some photos, as the famous guests all took the opportunity to pose with the newlyweds. Some even left heartfelt messages wishing the couple a lasting marriage. 'From Malaysian Idol days to this radiant bride, I stand with pride and joy by your side. To @calvintsamuel, please take good care of my sis — we all love her dearly 🙏🏼,' wrote Shila Amzah. 'What a glorious day! Our beautiful goddess @jaclyn_victor has found her king, Calvin @calvintsamuel. May God bless you both and grant you a great adventure ahead. May you always love each other and be each other's strength and pillar for life,' wrote Ning Baizura, congratulating her dear friends. Fans responded warmly to the posts, congratulating Jaclyn and her husband on their marriage. We at Hype Malaysia would also like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Jaclyn Victor and her husband, Calvin T. Samuel. May they have a happy and lasting marriage. Watch Ning Baizura's Reel of the wedding: Sources: Hmetro, AstroAwani, Instagram (1)(2)(3)
Hype Malaysia
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Giveaway: Win Concert Tix To Watch BIGBANG's Daesung Live In Genting
Calling all K-pop fans! Daesung (대성), the powerhouse vocalist of legendary K-pop group BIGBANG, is finally making his highly anticipated return to Malaysia with a solo concert! His 'D's WAVE' 2025 Asia Tour in Malaysia will take place on 7th June (Saturday) at the Arena of Stars, Resorts World Genting. Tickets have already gone on sale since earlier this month. This concert marks Daesung's long-awaited solo comeback to the Malaysian stage after several years, much to the excitement of his dedicated fans. Renowned for his soulful voice and dynamic stage presence, Daesung promises an unforgettable show filled with heartfelt music and high-energy performances. Here are the details of Daesung's upcoming show: DAESUNG 2025 ASIA TOUR: D's WAVE in MALAYSIA Date: 7th June 2025 (Saturday) Time: 6pm Venue: Arena of Stars, Resorts World Genting Ticketing: RM788 (PS1), RM688 (PS2), RM588 (PS3), RM488 (PS4), RM388 (PS5) Take Part In Our Contest & Score Tickets To The Show! Thanks to our friends at Resorts World Genting, we're giving away 10 tickets to Hype Malaysia's loyal readers to watch Daesung live in concert. To be in the running to win, tell us your favourite track from the K-pop idol in our Facebook contest post (it can be a cover they have done too). Terms and conditions: Like Hype Malaysia's Facebook, follow us on Instagram @hypemy and Twitter @HypeMY. Share this contest on your socials. Increase your chances by getting your friends to like and share your social media posts. Tag your friends and tell us what your favourite Daesung song is in our social media post. Private Message us the link to your contest post on Facebook after you're done. Include your Twitter and Instagram account links so that we can verify. Ensure that your post privacy is set to public, otherwise we won't be able to see it! There will be no winners announcement post as winners will be contacted privately via Facebook by early June 2025. The organiser's decision on all matters relating to this contest shall be final, and no correspondence shall be entertained. HERE is a step-by-step guide to help you from getting disqualified.
Hype Malaysia
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Interview: Japanese Singer Tatsuya Kitani On His First Visit To Malaysia & Upcoming Releases
Tatsuya Kitani (キタニタツヤ) is a name familiar to many anime fans, having sang the theme songs to several popular series including 'Jujutsu Kaisen', 'Oshi No Ko' and 'Rurouni Kenshin'. As such, fans were ecstatic to learn that the singer-songwriter is making his first visit to Kuala Lumpur later this month, for the upcoming 'CENTRAL MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT FESTIVAL 2025 in Kuala Lumpur'. The joint concert marks Tatsuya Kitani's first performance in Malaysia, so the anticipation is high. Lucky for us, Hype Malaysia has the chance to speak with the 29-year-old to hear what he has to share about the concert. At the same time, we also talked about what he's looking forward to in Malaysia, what it was like working with Kento Nakajima, and his future projects. Keep scrolling to learn more: 1. Is this the first time you've met the other acts from the 'CENTRAL MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT FESTIVAL 2025 in Kuala Lumpur' lineup? What is your first impression? I've only briefly greeted ATARASHII GAKKO! members on a TV show. As for Creepy Nuts, I performed on a music program in 2019 where DJ Matsunaga was the MC, and I've been in touch with him since then. Both are artists I admire for their cutting-edge musical expression, so I initially thought meeting them in person might be intimidating…but in reality, they turned out to be the kind of humble and refreshing people you would love to meet. 2. What are your thoughts about performing at this joint concert with ATARASHII GAKKO! and Creepy Nuts? Both artists create new and innovative music like no one else did, so I'm looking forward to seeing them perform as a music fan (rather than just as a fellow performer). 3. What are you looking forward to the most in Malaysia? I'm not sure if we'll have the time, but I'd love to visit the Islamic Arts Museum. The Masjid Negara is also unique, so I definitely want to see it in person. And of course, the Petronas Twin Towers! There are so many fascinating architectural sites that catch my eye. 4. Can you share a teaser for your performance? What do you have prepared for fans? I'm preparing my body to be in good shape and will do my best to perform as usual, so that everyone can enjoy the music! 5. Do you have any upcoming projects that you are excited to release? Can you share more about it? I've been working on a few songs that focus on the essence of Japanese pop music that I love. So, I'm both excited and a bit nervous to see if the people who've been following CENTRAL will enjoy this kind of music. 6. At festivals, each artist is given a specific duration for their set. How do you choose the songs you want to perform within the given timeframe? Since this is my first live performance here, I'll do my best to play as many songs that most of you know as possible. 7. Is this your first time in Malaysia? What is your first impression of the country? It's my first time. Historically, Malaysia has been a crossroads of multiple cultures, so I think that unique harmony can be seen in its architecture and food culture. I'm looking forward to it! 8. Are you familiar with the local cuisine? Is there anything you are looking forward to trying? I plan to try out laksa! 9. You're also active as a duo (GEMN) with Kento Nakajima. What's it like working with him? As an idol, Kento's musical expression is rooted in a completely different foundation from mine, and he pursues the most pure and traditional form of the Japanese 'idol' concept. Working together with him has led to countless discoveries. It's a great learning experience for me about what it means to be involved in the entertainment industry. 10. Apart from sajou no hana, in your early days, you were a part of bands like Hitsuji no Mure wa Warawanai and 'humanic'. What can you recall from those times? I believe we were making good music, but unfortunately, we didn't gain much recognition from the public, so there aren't many fond memories from that time. However, everything I learned back then has become the foundation of what I am doing now, so it was definitely an experience I couldn't do without. 11. Before becoming a singer, you were a Vocaloid producer. What made you want to become an artist yourself? I was influenced by seeing artists like Kenshi Yonezu and wowaka from Hitorie transition from the underground scene to the mainstream with their own voices. Also, I felt that if I wanted my music to be heard by people like my family and friends who aren't particularly into music — the best approach was through my own voice. 12. Your music video for 'Chained' is the first one where you incorporate both live action and animation for your solo project. What was the inspiration behind it? There was a restriction where NATORI couldn't express himself through live action, so I thought about how to make the most of that. A large part of the inspiration came from the past works of the director, Bivi. 13. You worked on the OP for several animes like 'Jujutsu Kaisen' and 'Oshi no Ko'. Is there an anime that you'd love to do the theme music for? I'd love to try working on a pure love story. It's quite different from my usual style, so I feel like it might bring me fresh inspiration. Tatsuya Kitani will perform at the 'CENTRAL MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT FESTIVAL 2025 in Kuala Lumpur' at Zepp Kuala Lumpur, on 26th April 2025 (Saturday) alongside Creepy Nuts and ATARASHII GAKKO! Tickets are still available on the BookMyShow website. In the meantime, here's a listen at the singer's latest track, 'You More':
