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Free Malaysia Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Free Malaysia Today
Artistes confront harsh reality of cyberbullying, cancel culture
Uyaina Arshad, former host of programmes such as 'Nona' and 'Wanita Hari Ini', recently spoke out against cyberbullying on social media. (Uyaina Arshad Facebook pic) KUALA LUMPUR : The online bullying of local artistes, especially women, has become an increasingly worrisome issue as open insults, repeated mockery and cancel culture continue to spread in the entertainment world. Among those who have been the targets of cyberattacks is actress and TV host Saidatul Naseha Uyaina Arshad, better known as Uyaina Arshad. The 33-year-old recently took to social media to share her experience and to remind the community that cyberbullying is no small matter. 'If I don't defend myself, who else will?' she told Bernama. Uyaina, who receives strong support from her family and friends, acknowledged that others may not be as fortunate as she is. 'Some are really hurt, some are depressed, some feel alone,' said the former host of 'Nona', 'Wanita Hari Ini' and 'MeleTOP'. 'I knew going in that these negativities, such as insults and false accusations, are part and parcel of being in the entertainment industry,' she said. 'Some people won't like you just because they don't like you.' Among the most hurtful messages she has received were those targeting her family. 'Some people questioned how my mother raised me. Some people told stories about me when I was in school, even though they never knew me.' Still, she is thankful for the messages of support from others in her industry. 'Many have messaged me privately, showing me the bullying messages they too received. But some of them don't dare to speak up,' she added. 'I wish to urge my friends who are in the same boat to defend themselves.' Local celebrities who have reportedly been victims of cyberbullying include Mawar Rashid, Wani Kayrie, Ara Johari, Aina Abdul and Janna Nick. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission is reported to have taken down over 8,700 cyberbullying-related content over the past year – a significant increase from the 1,763 items removed the year prior. Cyberbullying can lead to both short- and long-term psychological effects, experts caution. (Envato Elements pic) Meanwhile, academic Nur Haniz Mohd Nor said the act of shaming celebrities publicly can majorly affect the mental wellbeing of the artistes involved. According to the director of a doctorate programme in communication and media studies, the psychological effects experienced by victims can occur in the short and long term. 'They might initially ignore the bullying, but if it persists, it will have an impact on the artistes' mental health and work performance. This isn't fair, because they are also people who are trying to live their lives as best as possible,' she said. Nur Haniz also touched on other aspects that contribute to the toxicity of social media. ''Fan culture' can cause other fans to attack non-fans or anyone who disagrees with their views, while 'cancel culture' is the act of openly criticising and boycotting someone when they are considered to have committed a social or moral offence. 'Group attacks or 'dogpiling' also occur when celebrities are simultaneously bombarded with negative comments, threats, and excessive use of memes,' she explained. Another expert, Kamal Affandi Hashim, believes that the perception of celebrities being 'public property' is a primary reason why this group is targeted. 'Some people feel they have the right to criticise, insult and denounce celebrities openly,' Kamal, a crime analyst, said. 'Freedom of speech should not be misinterpreted as a licence to insult, defame or attack the personal lives of others, including celebrities.'
Sinar Daily
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Sinar Daily
Celebrities face hazards of cyberbullying, cancel culture
KUALA LUMPUR - The issue of cyberbullying against local artists, especially women, is becoming increasingly worrying as open insults, repeated mockery and 'cancel culture' continue to spread in the entertainment world in line with the widespread use of social media. Among those who have been the targets of cyberattacks is popular actress and host Saidatul Naseha Uyaina Arshad or better known as Uyaina Arshad, who recently attracted attention when she revealed the insults she received from netizens. For the 33-year-old celebrity, patience is not unlimited and after being silent for so long, she finally took the courageous move which she described as a form of advocacy and a reminder to the community that cyberbullying is no small matter. "If I don't defend myself, who else will?" she told Bernama while expressing concern over the cyberbullying culture which is increasingly accepted as normal in today's society. Admitting that she is lucky to have a strong support system from family and friends, Uyaina did not rule out the possibility that many other victims may not be as lucky as she is. "I may not be very affected, but others? Some are really hurt, some are depressed, some feel alone," she said. Armed with the principle of 'ignorance is bliss' at first, the former host of the NONA, Wanita Hari Ini and MeleTOP programmes chose to remain silent for nine years, but when the false accusations became more extreme, she could no longer just bow to the pressure. "From the moment I entered the industry, I knew that this is the package that comes together with being in the industry. Some people will not like your way, whether acting or hosting. Even breathing, some people may not like you because they just don't like you," she said. Uyaina said that among the most hurtful messages she has ever received were those targeting her family. "Some people question how my mother raised me. Some people tell stories about me when I was in school, even though they never even knew me. But they talk like they know everything. "Many celebrities message me privately, showing me the bullying messages they received. They just don't dare to speak up. I'm not angry with them, because everyone has strengths and ways," she said, urging her friends who are in the same situation to defend themselves. Among Malaysian celebrities who have been reported to be victims of cyberbullying include Mawar Rashid, Wani Kayrie, Ara Johari, Aina Abdul and Janna Nick. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) was reported to have taken down 8,756 cyberbullying-related content throughout the past year, a significant increase compared to only 1,763 contents taken down the previous year. Meanwhile, director of the Doctor of Philosophy in Communication and Media Studies Programme, School of Media and Communication at Taylor's University, Dr Nur Haniz Mohd Nor said the actions of a few netizens who recklessly insult and shame celebrities publicly is a more serious form of cyberbullying, namely 'shaming', which can have a major impact on the mental well-being of the artists involved. She said the psychological effects experienced by victims can occur in the short and long term. "Initially, they may ignore them, but when they persist, they will still have an impact on their mental health and work performance. It is not fair because they are also ordinary people who are trying to live their lives as best as possible,' she said. At the same time, Haniz also touched on the role of fan culture and boycott culture (cancel culture) which contribute to the toxicity of social media. "Fan culture can cause other fans to attack anti-fans or anyone who disagrees with their views. Meanwhile, cancel culture is the act of openly criticising and boycotting someone when they are considered to have committed a social or moral offence. The issue of cyberbullying against local artists, especially women, is becoming increasingly worrying as open insults, repeated mockery and 'cancel culture' continue to spread in the entertainment world in line with the widespread use of social media. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva "Group attacks (dogpiling) also occur when celebrities are simultaneously attacked with negative comments, threats and excessive use of memes,' she explained. In addition, crime analyst, Kamal Affandi Hashim believes that the public view that considers celebrities as public property is one of the main reasons why this group is targeted by cyberbullying. He said the view caused some individuals to feel they had the right to criticise, insult and even denounce celebrities openly. Kamal Affandi explained that freedom of speech should not be misinterpreted as a license to insult, defame or attack the personal lives of others, including celebrities. - BERNAMA
The Star
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Sarawak and Sabah gears up for its annual festivals with mega parties and the grand success of 'Kosert Meletop TVS'
KUCHING: With the theme ' Nang Champiyen, Nang Legend ', the city of Miri lit up in a night of glitz and glamour as the Konsert MeleTOP TVS rocked the Miri Indoor Stadium with thousands of fans and top Malaysian stars including Dayang Nurfaizah, Stacy, Mimifly, Dolla, and many more. Making it even more special, this marked the first time the MeleTOP mega concert ventured beyond the Klang Valley, with Miri being the debut location in Borneo. Brought to you by two of the nation's entertainment giants, Astro and TVS, the two-hour concert was a lively celebration broadcast live on TVS (Channel 122 on Astro, MYTV, Unifi TV), Astro Ria, Astro GO and Sooka. The event was also graced by the presence of the Mayor of Miri, Adam Yii Siew Sang. The evening kicked off with a beautiful cultural and musical fusion performance by Sada Borneo and Dion Das, followed by an electrifying set from powerhouses Mimifly and Stacy, who lit up the stage with tracks like 'Abracadabra', 'Menyala' and 'Angkat.' Rising young star Wani Kayrie captivated the crowd alongside Noki, setting the stage ablaze with 'Original Sabahan' and 'Not Like Us', igniting Borneo pride on home soil. A major highlight of the night was the presentation of the 'Anugerah Khas Borneo MeleTOP' to Sarawak's beloved songstress Dayang Nurfaizah, awarded by TVS Chairperson, Dato' Norhyati Ismail and Acting CEO of TVS, En. Mohamad Sardon Zainal. The award stands as TVS' highest recognition of a Sarawak-born talent who has proudly carried the name of the state and Borneo into the national music spotlight. Dayang continued her special night with a heartfelt solo performance of 'Seandainya Masih Ada Cinta', and brought the house down with a soul-stirring duet of 'Haram' with Hael Husaini — it was a truly unforgettable collaboration. Also making special appearances were Hairee Francis, Marsha Milan and Nadeera Zaini — the golden-voiced singer currently making waves after her stellar success at AJL39. The evening reached one of its musical highlights with a high-energy finale from Dolla, who had the audience on their feet with a glamorous and dynamic performance. Keeping the crowd engaged from start to finish were popular MeleTOP hosts Nabil Ahmad, Hawa Rizwana and Sherry Alhadad, joined by TVS hosts Cheryl Toh, Fattah Bolh and Ghaz Zawawi, ensuring every moment was filled with excitement and joy. What's Next: Konsert Berkat Gawai-Kaamatan – 21 May 2025 The celebration does not stop here! Riding the wave of this phenomenal momentum, TVS is set to deliver another must-see mega concert — Konsert Berkat Gawai-Kaamatan! In conjunction with the two major cultural festivals of the Borneo communities, the concert will take place on 21 May 2025, at 7:30 PM, once again at the Miri Indoor Stadium. Headlined by Malaysia's queen of rock, Ella, the star-studded lineup also includes Bob Yusof, Ramles Walter, Dabra Sia, Velvet Aduk, Roxy Ixzy, SMDX, and a special guest appearance from Kalimantan's Marina Jara. Free tickets to the concert were snapped up quickly during the early release, but fans still have the opportunity to grab them on the TVS website ( or directly at the venue entrance — while stocks last! The public, especially those in and around Miri, are warmly invited to join in what promises to be another colorful night of culture and music. Miri – Now A Strategic Destination for Celebration & Entertainment According to Mohamad Sardon Zainal, 'Miri is the gateway to northern Sarawak, located close to Brunei, Sabah and Kalimantan. As we celebrate Miri's 20th anniversary as a city, this is the perfect time to bring people and cultures together on a grand scale.' Free Concert, World-Class Experience Combining national music icons with local talents from Sabah and Sarawak, concerts like these do more than entertain as they build cultural bridges and create golden opportunities for emerging talents. With free access, these events have opened the doors for more attendees, including tourists from Brunei and Kalimantan, to enjoy top-tier entertainment right here in Borneo. For more information, visit:
The Star
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
South-East Asia to get ready for two biggies as mega concerts led by Malaysian superstars set to rock Miri this May
South-East Asian music fans and concert lover have received an open invitation from Miri. Get ready for it this May, as the city will host two spectacular mega concerts, set to electrify the Land of the Hornbill. Even better, both concerts are free for everyone to enjoy. With the support of the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry & Performing Arts Sarawak and presented by TVS in partnership with Astro, these concerts not only showcase an exciting collaboration between two of the country's biggest entertainment brands but also mark a significant milestone in expanding the creative industry's presence to northern Sarawak. Konsert MeleTOP TVS – 17th May, 2025 Taking place at the Miri Indoor Stadium, 'Konsert MeleTOP TVS', powered by U Mobile will kick off on 17 May 2025, followed by a special MeleTOP recording on 18 May 2025. For the first time, this beloved entertainment program steps outside the Klang Valley, with Miri proudly hosting this landmark event. The star-studded lineup features the best of the music scene, including Dayang Nurfaizah, Hael Husaini, Stacy, Dolla, Floor 88, Namie, and more. Expect a show-stopping blend of traditional Bornean culture and contemporary pop hits that will leave you wanting more! For those who cannot make it in person, the concert will be broadcasted live on TVS (Channel 122 on Astro, MYTV Unifi TV), Astro ONE and Sooka. Datuk Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry & Performing Arts Sarawak (MTCP), and Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Sarawak (MYSED) shared his excitement, saying, 'This is a huge milestone for our creative industry. We're proud to support such a major event in Miri. Congratulations to TVS and Astro for making this collaboration a reality.' Konsert Berkat Gawai-Kaamatan – 21st Mei, 2025 The celebration continues on 21 May 2025 with the highly anticipated 'Konsert Berkat Gawai-Kaamatan.' Headlined by our Queen of Rock, Ella, this concert promises an unforgettable night of music. Also gracing the stage will be Bob Yusof, Ramles Walter, Dabra Sia, Velvet Aduk, Roxy Ixzy, SMDX and special guest Marina Jara from Kalimantan. The concert kicks off at 7:30 pm and will be broadcasted on TVS, 31 May 2025 at 9 pm for those unable to attend in person. This event is a celebration of the rich cultural heritage of Sarawak, Sabah and Kalimantan, bringing people together through the universal power of music. Miri – The Perfect Venue For A Mega Celebration The choice of Miri as the venue is no accident. According to Mohamad Sardon Zainal, Acting CEO of TVS, 'Miri is the gateway to northern Sarawak, as well as being close to Brunei, Sabah, and Kalimantan. With Miri celebrating its 20th anniversary as a city, it's the perfect time to bring these exciting events to the people here.' Elyna Rahmat, Vice President of Unscripted Content Curation & Creation @ GenNext Astro, also commented: 'After nearly a year of planning, we're thrilled to collaborate on this exciting venture. Music unites us all, and this concert is the perfect example of that unity.' A Global-Scale Concert Experience – Free For All These concerts promise top-tier performances by some of the biggest names in the industry, and they also provide an incredible opportunity for local talents from Sabah and Sarawak to share the stage with their idols. With free admission, these events are set to attract not just local crowds but visitors from across Malaysia and neighboring regions like Brunei and Kalimantan. Secure your tickets now at as tickets are limited and it's an invite for music lovers to join a party which celebrates music, culture and unity during a special festival this May.
