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Author: Helmi Aziz

  • Hrithik Roshan is ‘back’ for a concert in Malaysia

    Hrithik Roshan, a popular actor in Bollywood, will returning to Malaysia after eight years on December 1, 2023, as part of Stars On Fire Kuala Lumpur Live in Concert.

    Hrithik Roshan is a well-known dancer, winner of six Filmfare Awards, one of the highest paid actors in the Indian film industry, and his fans consider the news of his arrival in Malaysia to be “golden.”

    Stars On Fire Tour Kuala Lumpur Live In Concert will be held at Bukit Jalil National Stadium,. This is the biggest concert for 2023 headlined by Global Dance Icon Hrithik Roshan, along with legendary dance maestro Prabhu Deva, dancing diva Vaani Kapoor, sensational Malaika Arora, and charismatic Jawan star Sanya Malhotra.

    Joining them are versatile singers Kanika Kapoor and Aastha Gill who will make the audiences groove to blockbuster dance songs. The most entertaining Fantastic Couple Bharti and Haarsh will keep you entertained for a magical evening. Get ready, Kuala Lumpur, and book your tickets now!

    The countdown has begun and Malaysia is all set to witness the magic of Hrithik ROshan live. Yess Boss Groups, promises an evening to remember where the fans will be entertained by their favourite stars LIVE! This concert is in collaboration with Dembi Production. The show is conceived, written, designed and produced by Heart Art Production.

    The Dhoom star, who is famous for his movies like Kaho Na Pyar Hai,War, Bang Bang. Krissh and more is gearing to put up a spectacular concert accompanied by a line of great performers, they show will be an extravagant live performance. –

    ” Bringing Hrithik Roshan back to Malaysia after eight years is a mission full of excitement.” This will be a benchmark for us, who have been trusted by Dembi Productions and Yess Boss Groups, to realise the fans’ dream of seeing Hrithik impersonate again with his dancing skills and stunning appearance.”

    “What’s more, Hrithik himself is very pleased to return to Malaysia and meet his  fans who have welcomed him warmly and giving him so much love. He wants to show his love and treat his fans with this concert. -. “With Stars On Fire Tour Kuala Lumpur Live In Concert, fans is going to experience a never before entertaining evening filled with stars and mesmerising performances. – This is the first time ever where Hrithik Roshan and Prahbu Deva are coming together for a show! making this a memorable concert!,” exclusively brought to you by Yess Boss Groups said Shahkeer Azzat Bin Dato Sri Zailan, Managing Director of Yess Boss Groups.

    The organisers also described the Stars On Fire Tour Kuala Lumpur Live In Concert as the blockbuster concert of 2023, which is filled with excitement and proof that the influence of Bollywood art never dies. The rehearsals have already begun!

    “In various genres of concerts that have been successfully held throughout the year, Stars On Fire Kuala Tour Lumpur Live In Concert will be a proof and a benchmark that the trend of Bollywood is always awaited.

    ” Many fans are thirsty for the appearance of their favourite stars, including Hrithik, who indeed has an extraordinary influence in Malaysia.”

    “Don’t miss out on buying tickets, and make sure you have an appointment with Stars On Fire Tour Kuala Lumpur Live In Concert on December 1, 2023,” said Shahkeer Azzat Bin Dato Sri Zailan.

    As Hrithik can’t wait to meet his fans in Malaysia, it is hoped that you will not miss this golden opportunity by purchasing tickets that have already gone on sale on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at 11.59 a.m.

    Tickets priced at RM149 (silver), RM249 (gold), RM549 (Platinum), RM649 (Blue Sapphire), and RM3,500 (VIP) can be purchased by visiting https://yessbossticket.com/event/stars-on-fire-tour

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    call the hotline at 011-11546805.

    INFORMATION 

    EVENT: Stars on Fire Kuala Lumpur Live in Concert

    Location: BUKIT JALIL NATIONAL STADIUM

    DATE: December 1, 2023

    ORGANISER: YESS BOSS GROUPS

    IN COLLABORATION: DEMBI PRODUCTIONS & HEART ART ENTERTAINMENT

    TICKET PRICE: RM149 (SILVER), RM249 (GOLD), RM549 (PLATINUM), RM649 (BLUE SAPPHIRE/STANDING) RM3,500 (VIP)

    HOTLINE: 011-11546805

    WEBSITE: https://yessbossticket.com/event/stars-on-fire-tour/SEAT NUMBER

    INFO: WhatsApp MIP

     

     

  • Mental Health Awareness Campaign, “Besties, Pape Roger” from OHBULAN!

    Petaling Jaya, 1 October 2023 –  The celebration of “World Mental Health Day”,we want to raise awareness among Malaysians about mental health issues. The campaign is on the 10th of October 2023 and will run for one month. The collaboration OHBULAN!  with Mental IIIness Awareness and Support (MIASA) and Tiktok Malaysia to launch the Mental Health Awareness Campaign, Besties, Pape Roger’. They use the official online platform partner to announce the launch of this campaign.

     Mental illness has become an increasingly pressing issue in Malaysia, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. According to data, individuals seeking support through the Mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS), an initiative under the National Mental Health Excellence Center, Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH), recorded a five-fold increase in 2022 compared to 2020 (Source: Berita Harian, October 10, 2022).

    Furthermore, the National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2015 revealed that one in three

    Malaysians aged 16 and above faces challenges in mental health. In 2019, the Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) reported that 2.3% of adults and 9.5% of children aged 10 to 15 years experienced mental health problems, with MOH predicting that these percentages are expected to continue rising.

     ‘Besties, Pape Roger’ Campaign Provide Information on Mental Illness

    Through a strong partnership with MIASA, the ‘Besties, Pape Roger’ campaign endeavors to offer precise insights into the fundamentals of mental illness, encompassing its various types, associated risk factors, and efficient management strategies. Furthermore, the campaign strives to challenge stigma and debunk stereotypes, fostering a more empathetic atmosphere while championing holistic well-being.

     Anita Abu Bakar, President and Founder of MIASA, said, “All mental illnesses have the potential for recovery, but they require a comprehensive approach and consistent treatment over time because symptoms often recur. Therefore, each individual requires varying durations to recover.

    ” She added that it’s not easy for an individual to accept a diagnosis of mental health problems because it comes with many misconceptions and negative labels. In fact, some individuals are in denial and lose

    Self-confidence.

    Hooi Yin Yin, Head of Operations and Marketing, TikTok Malaysia, said, “Change begins with a dialogue.

    The ‘Besties, Pape Roger’ campaign is rooted in the belief that frank, empathetic conversations between individuals can break unnecessary stigmas around mental health and well-being. When we encourage honest conversations, we empower individuals to share their experiences, learn from one another, and seek help, paving the way for healthier, safer and more resilient communities.”

    Noraniza Azmi, Head of Malay Network, REV Media Group, said, “The issue of mental health is like a taboo topic among Malaysians, and on average, many are still hesitant or unsure about how to seek appropriate help. Therefore, it is hoped that this initiative can assist individuals experiencing mental illnesses in finding a path to resolution.

    Additionally, the ‘Besties, Pape Roger’ campaign also aims to encourage the community to understand individuals facing mental health challenges through audience-friendly and easily accessible content.

    ” Celebrity Personal Sharing 

    Leveraging the strength of OHBULAN! as Malaysia’s number one Socialtainment platform, the editorial team interviewed several prominent local celebrities to share their experiences in dealing with mental health issues.

    Azyan Shorlokman, Campaign Manager for ‘Besties, Pape Roger’ and also a content writer at OHBULAN!, said, “The editorial team is delighted that many celebrities and well-known influencers have come forward to share their personal experiences. Among them are Nadia Brian, Zynakal, Sharifah Sakinah, Shuhada Shukri, and Ayu Hot FM.”

    She emphasized that it’s important for the public to know that mental illness can happen to anyone. Therefore, patients should not be ashamed to seek appropriate help.

    Special Campaign Website ‘Besties, Pape Roger’

    In addition to article content, videos, and special social media content for the campaign, OHBULAN! provides an exclusive website with an application that allows individuals to express their feelings anonymously. Through this platform, the audience can share their stories without any concerns, as no personal information is required.

  • Konsert Berona Day Rizky Febian Gemparkan Kuala Lumpur

    Kuala Lumpur menyaksikan penampilan memukau penyanyi ‘crooner’ berkebolehan luar biasa, Rizky Febian, dalam konsert ‘AN ALBUM LIVE CONCERT: BERONA DAY RIZKY FEBIAN.’ Konsert yang diadakan pada 3 November, bermula jam 8:30 malam di Megastar Arena KL @ Sg. Wang Plaza, adalah anjuran Hitman Solutions.

    “Saya masih tidak boleh ‘move on’ terhadap konsert lalu dan mahu menghiburkan lagi peminat di Malaysia kerana sokongan mereka yang tidak berbelah bagi, dan buktinya pada malam Berona Day ini, penuh ‘rona’ melalui lagu-lagu yang saya sampaikan buat semua penonton,” kongsi pemilik nama sebenar, Rizky Febian Adriansyah Sutisna, 25 tahun.

    Konsert yang berkonsepkan album ini merupakan siri jelajah rangka mempromosikan album kedua Rizky berjudul ‘Berona’ yang dilancarkan pada 21 Julai tahun ini.

    Album yang mengandungi 10 buah lagu baharu ini adalah hasil kolaborasi 3 pemuzik Indonesia, Gangga, Teddy Adhitya dan Basboi.

    Lebih 4000 penonton dihiburkan selama hampir 2 jam dengan 18 buah lagu kesemuanya, diantaranya Berona, Luka, Kesempurnaan Cinta, Indah Pada Waktunya, Ego, Seperti Kisah, Selaras Kata, Ragu, Terpesona, Membisu serta lagu-lagu hits Rizky yang terdahulu.

    Selaku pengarah muzik bagi konsertnya sendiri, penonton berpeluang merasai sendiri warna nyanyian yang berbeza dan lebih dewasa yang disampaikan Rizky.

    Katanya, “Dari segi susunan muzik, saya sendiri yang menentukan ‘warnanya’ sesuai dengan usia saya yang semakin meningkat dengan diiringi barisan pemuzik profesional yang diterbangkan khas dari Indonesia.

    “Terima kasih buat semua yang hadir pada malam ini kerana menjadikan konsert Berona Day sebuah momen berharga bagi saya yang akan saya simpan sampai bila-bila, kepada pihak penganjur, Hitman Solutions, terima kasih kerana menjadikan impian saya untuk kembali ke Malaysia menjadi realiti.

    En. Rohit Rampal, selaku Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif & Pengasas Hitman Solutions berkata, “Konsert Berona Day ini tidak mungkin berlaku jika bukan permintaan yang tinggi terhadap Rizky yang mempunyai pengaruh media sosial kuat dikalangan penggemar muzik tempatan.

    “Kami berharap dapat bekerjasama dengan lebih ramai artis-artis muda yang berkebolehan seperti Rizky, baik artist tempatan mahupun antarabangsa yang dapat mewarnai industri hiburan tanah air kita.”

    Merujuk kepada rancangannya yang akan datang, En Rohit berkata, “Hitman Solutions melihat untuk menganjur lebih kurang 21 konsert untuk artis tempatan dan antarabangsa pada tahun 2024. Terdapat banyak permintaan dari peminat-peminat serta keinginan artis antarabangsa untuk menyenaraikan Malaysia dalam senarai konsert jelajah dunia mereka.”

    Terima kasih kepada semua yang hadir dan termasuk para penaja – Era FM & Gegar.my (Radio Rasmi), RFAS MUSIC (Rekod Music Rasmi), Sunway Putra Hotel (Hotel Rasmi), Batik Air (Syarikat Penerbangan Rasmi) dan disokong oleh Tourism Malaysia.

  • SEMPENA KEMPEN MELAWAT MALAYSIA 2026 WORLD GOURMET INGIN MENINGKATKAN KEMAHIRAN DALAM KALANGAN CHEF DAN PENGUSAHA RESTORAN TEMPATAN

    PETALING JAYA, 1 NOVEMBER – Timbalan  Menteri Pelancongan, Seni & Kebudayaan Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan , World Gourment berhasrat meningkatkan kemahiran para chef dan tukang masak restoran tempatan, bantu promosi industri makanan & minuman di Malaysia. Beliau merasmikan kempen tersebut pada malam anugerah World Top Gourmet Awards ke-5(WTGA) ajuran World Gourmet. Acara tersebut diadakan di Sunway Resort Hotel, Petaling Jaya semalam. Hal ini dilaksanakan sempena kempen Visit Malaysia 2026. Selain itu, kempen ini telah dirasmikan  dalam Belanjawan 2024.

     

    Sejak penubuhannya pada tahun 2017, WTGA telah menjadi sumber yang berharga bagi penduduk tempatan dan pelancong, membimbing mereka ke pelbagai pengalaman makanan yang menyelerakan, dari kafe antarabangsa hingga ke restoran tempatan. Anugerah ini memainkan peranan penting dalam membentuk pengalaman kulinari dengan menyediakan sebuah platform yang mempromosi dan memberi cadangan kepada sesiapa yang ingin menyelami seni makanan di Malaysia yang kaya dan pelbagai.

     

    Khairul, dalam ucapan perasmiannya, menekankan, “Seperti yang kita semua tahu, Malaysia terkenal sebagai syurga makanan, lebih-lebih lagi dengan makanan kita yang disulami tradisi dan warisan budaya yang beraneka. Kekayaan dan kepelbagaian makanan kita menjadikan Malaysia sebagai pentas ideal untuk mengetengahkan negara kita di mata dunia. Pengusaha sektor makanan & minuman kita bukan sekadar menyajikan makanan kepada pelanggan, tetapi mereka menceritakan kisah, tradisi, dan warisan budaya kita melalui masakan, mendorong pertumbuhan sektor pelancongan dan budaya kita.”

     

    Seiring dengan tahun baru 2024 yang bakal tiba, World Gourmet telah menyusun beberapa inisiatif utama untuk meningkatkan kemahiran para chef dan penguasa restoran tempatan. Inisiatif-inisiatif ini termasuk penyediaan bengkel, program latihan yang dikendalikan oleh chef terkenal, pertukaran kulinari dengan penyertaan chef dan restoran tempatan, pertandingan memasak, dan penganjuran festival makanan yang mempromosikan hidangan global. World Gourmet akan bekerjasama dengan badan-badan pelancongan tempatan untuk merangka pakej-pakej percutian yang menampilkan restoran-restoran di negeri-negeri tertentu, dengan tujuan menonjolkan hidangan tempatan yang unik serta berinteraksi dengan komuniti tempatan melalui inisiatif seperti majlis amal, pengumpulan dana, dan program bimbingan untuk memberikan penerangan kepada komuniti yang tidak mempunyai akses kepada pendidikan kulinari.

    Presiden World Gourmet, Peggy Chong, berkata, “World Gourmet percaya bahawa makanan adalah cerminan budaya, warisan, dan sejarah. Melalui seni kulinari tempatan, kita dapat menggabungkan budaya dan memberi peluang sesama kita untuk memahami dan menghargai satu sama lain. Tahun ini, World Gourmet menerima sambutan yang amat luar biasa dalam penamaan, yang membolehkan kami menilai dan memberi anugerah kepada 102 penerima – rekod terbanyak dalam sejarah World Gourmet. Penerima-penerima ini mewakili yang terbaik dalam industri kita, dan dedikasi dan semangat mereka benar-benar patut dipuji.”

     

    Di samping itu, World Gourmet juga telah melantik Presiden Persatuan Chef Sedunia, Master Chef Thomas A. Gugler sebagai Chef Kehormat, dan Master Chef Chin Chee Sing (Chef Sun) sebagai Duta World Gourmet 2023, yang akan menyertai inisiatif-inisiatif yang bakal dilaksanakan pada tahun 2024.

     

    Selain itu, chef-chef ternama seperti Duta Tourism Malaysia, Dato’ Chef Ismail Ahmad, pengasas Cooking For Charity, Master Chef Jeffrey Tan; ketua chef eksekutif restoran Forum di Hong Kong yang memegang 3 Bintang Michelin, Master Chef Adam Wong, antara lainnya, merupakan nama-nama terkemuka yang hadir pada majlis anugerah malam tadi. Anugerah World Top Gourmet Awards 2023 menjadi wadah untuk World Gourmet terus memainkan peranan penting dalam mempromosikan dan menyokong lebih dari 300 restoran tempatan dan, menurut Peggy, pertubuhan tersebut berhasrat untuk memperluaskan liputan sokongan ini kepada 500 pemain industri pada tahun yang mendatang.

     

  • International Enthusiasm Shines at Eco Expo Asia 2023

    With participants hailing from 112 countries and regions, Eco Expo Asia 2023 truly transcended borders. The AsiaWorld-Expo venue welcomed over 12,000 visitors and provided a stage for more than 300 exhibitors from 13 different countries and regions to showcase the latest climate crisis-fighting technologies.

    The 2023 edition of Eco Expo Asia returned to AsiaWorld-Expo under the theme “Taking the Leap towards Carbon Neutrality”, with products on display from a variety of sectors in the environmental protection industry. This year’s exhibition featured new participating groups from Mainland China and Europe as well as the returning exhibitors from Canada, Hong Kong and Japan. The Eco Asia Conference once again brought together industry leaders, policy makers and academics from around the world to discuss the latest environmental challenges and the potential solutions. The last day (29 October) was open to public, in order to create more awareness of climate-related issues, and what the government and private sectors are doing to combat them.

    The attendees, both exhibitors and visitors from Hong Kong, Mainland China and overseas, found great satisfaction in this year’s exhibition. The Eco Expo Asia platform not only played a crucial role in the industry’s growth in Hong Kong but also fostered collaboration between businesses across Asia and the world. Mr Isaac Ma, Co-Founder, wePlastic summed up what Eco Expo Asia means for green industries in the region: “This fair plays a critical role in promoting local enterprises in the environmental protection sector, and gives us both local and international exposure for our products and research.”

    Over the course of the four days, buyers from various regions and industries came to disover the latest technologies and innovative solutions in the market. Mr Isaac Ma continued: “We are a start-up recycling company, specialising in recycling plastic waste and transforming them into granules, used as raw materials to produce garments, eyeglass frames and other accessories. The response has been quite positive, with an impressive visitor flow. A lot of people came to our booth to make inquiries, and we expect that this will result in many business opportunities. We have come into contact from visitors from all over the world, including visitors from Hong Kong and Mainland China, as well as overseas locations including India and the United Kingdom.”

    Mr Jouni Jääskeläinen, Director, EPSE, whose company participated for the first time along with a group of other companies from Finland at Eco Expo Asia echoed similar sentiments: “In the first four hours of the fair we have already met more potential partners than we initially targeted for the entire exhibition, so the results of our participation have been beyond my expectations. Our company offers a new and unique wastewater treatment solution, and there is a lot of opportunity here for us to meet engineering companies from Hong Kong, Mainland China and Southeast Asia to help deal with their wastewater problems. We have recently registered a branch of our company in Hong Kong, where we plan to set up a technology centre, so we are 100% sure that we will participate at the fair next year.”

     

    This year’s exhibition saw buyer delegations from a number of Southeast Asian countries alongside visitors from across the world, affirming the show’s position as an international meeting ground for the environmental protection industry, particularly in Asia. Mr Damrong Dejsakulrit, Managing Director, Energy Innovation Co Ltd visited the show from Thailand, commenting on the wide variety of products showcased this year: “I’ve come to this fair aiming to explore new energy-saving products that could be introduced to the Thai market. I’m quite impressed with the products on display, and we will discuss with our distributors in Thailand and determine the number of orders we will place, looking in the range of more than USD 100,000 for the first year. I think the fair has a strong lineup of exhibitors, and it allows our company to grasp what’s happening in the industry. It’s very likely that I’ll come back again next year.”

    Travelling to AsiaWorld-Expo from Singapore, Mr Tze Siong Lee, Director, Innovative Energy Systems & Technology Pte Ltd shared his thoughts: “Our company provides energy solutions, and part of our business is monitoring energy usage for the Singaporean government and utility companies. I was looking for energy storage solutions and met several local and international exhibitors so far on the first day of the fair, from Canada and Hong Kong. I’m very impressed by Eco Expo Asia as the fair is well organised with many leading companies attending.”

    In addition to the exhibition, Eco Expo Asia 2023 hosted a series of fringe events, comprised of several forums and seminars as well as the Eco Asia Conference. Guest speakers included representatives of industry leading companies, distinguished academics and government officials from Hong Kong, Mainland China and overseas. Sessions covered a diverse range of topics, from sustainable manufacturing to green finance and ESG, the circular economy, climate change, the hydrogen economy and more.

    Speaking at the Sustainable Manufacturing Seminar on the second day, Ms Karen Ho, Head of Corporate and Community Sustainability, World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Hong Kong shared the latest developments in regulatory policy for the manufacturing industry, commenting: “The audience was very attentive, and came prepared with some insightful questions on how to effectively motivate companies to address their carbon emissions. Eco Expo Asia is the ideal place for answering these questions and its seminar programme has been an effective way to share this information with those who might be unfamiliar with the topic.”

    Mr John Lo, Founder, Asia Carbon Institute Limited was a speaker at the Eco Asia Conference session titled “Evolving ESG Landscape and the Future of Sustainable Finance”. After delivering his speech he made the following remarks: “My talk discussed the role of the voluntary carbon market in Asia. Audience members displayed great interest and were very engaged with the topic. The development of the voluntary carbon market in Hong Kong has just begun, and requires more government support, training, and funding. The conference successfully brought together industry experts from different countries and regions, and the insights gained from the exchanges can be shared with government departments, industry associations, and private companies to collectively promote green development.”

     

    This year’s fringe programme was well received by audiences. At the same seminar on ESG, audience member Mr Wong Wai Kong, Founder and CEO, Filix Medtech Limited expressed his thoughts: “My company specialises in ‘product traceability’, which is to some extent related to ESG, and I hope to get the most up-to-date relevant market information. I have been impressed by the quality of the speakers as well as the topics being covered. The seminar today focused on how testing and certification advances ESG initiatives, which I believe is an emerging trend that is worth deeper discussion. It has offered me a better understanding on the latest progress in this area, so I’ll definitely come back again next year.”

     

    Mr Christopher Man, R&D Engineer, Mechanical, AEL (International Holdings) Limited attended the Sustainable Manufacturing Seminar where he shared similar observations: “I’m an engineer looking to learn more about smart manufacturing done in a sustainable way. All speakers at the Sustainable Manufacturing seminar were on point, with clearly articulated points on the policy implications of carbon neutrality in the manufacturing sector. I’m also here visiting exhibitor’s booths and attending other seminars to get more knowledge of the industry and so far, I can say I have learned a great deal.”

     

    Eco Expo Asia 2024 will take place in late October in AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong. The show is jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and co-organised by the Environment and Ecology Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). For more information about the fair, please email ecoexpo@hongkong.messefrankfurt.com or exhibitions@hktdc.org, or visit www.ecoexpoasia.com

     

  • Sony Unveils Its Newest High-End Smartphone, The Xperia 5 V

    Sony has introduced the Xperia 5 V, a high-end smartphone featuring the latest “Exmor T for mobile” camera sensor. This sensor ensures the capture of human expressions with exceptional skin texture clarity, making it ideal for point-and-shoot photography. The device offers a wide range of shooting capabilities, including AI-powered advanced bokeh rendering for portrait photography and a variety of color presets to set the desired mood and atmosphere. Additionally, the new “Video Creator” app simplifies video production by allowing users to select photos, videos, and music, with the app handling the rest to create professional-looking short videos in just one minute. Moreover, the Xperia 5 V boasts enhanced battery performance, with over 50% of the battery remaining even after a full day of active usage, making it a reliable choice for shooting, editing, and content viewing throughout the day.

    Includes the latest camera sensor technology to capture people impressively at any time of the day or night

    Capture memories in high definition regardless of time or place

    The Xperia 5 V camera uses the latest sensor “Exmor T for mobile”, which also sits at the heart of the flagship smartphone “Xperia 1 V”, so you can shoot clear and high-definition images regardless of the situation whether it be day/night or indoors/outdoors. In addition to being able to reproduce the detail and natural texture of human skin, it is possible to select from a choice of colour presets called “Creative Look”, allowing you to match different colours and tones according to the scene you are shooting without any post-editing. In addition, bokeh mode[i] is greatly improved from the previous model[ii], it leverages AI technology to elevate your portrait pictures closer to the standards of interchangeable lens cameras.

    The dual camera lens on the back allows you to enjoy shooting with three focal lengths of 16mm, 24mm, and 48mm. 48mm is equivalent to 2x optical focal length, so you can capture the subjects of your images in a larger size without worrying about image quality deterioration.

    New Video Creator app that can easily edit and create videos in 1 minute

    Become a video master

    The new “Video Creator” app has an automatic editing function that allows you to easily create video clips. Once you’ve decided the length of the clip, just select the photos or videos together with the music, and Video Creator will do the hard work so a final file is ready in about a minute. Even people who have no video editing experience can easily create original clips worthy of sharing on social media. You can also manually set your own preferences, such as clip adjustments and filter processing based on the creative look you are after.

    Xperia 5 V also has a dedicated voice recording mic. Even when shooting a video in a busy scene where there are other voices and environmental sounds in the surroundings, the voice of the person you are recording is prioritised and can be clearly picked up.

    Entertainment that lasts longer than a day1

    Xperia 5 V allows you to enjoy powerful sound and stunning video without any need for an external speaker or display. In addition to a newly developed speaker amplifier with powerful deep bass, it has a bright OLED display which provides high visibility. You can immerse yourself in the world of content when enjoying live, streamed or recorded videos on social media or your favourite shows with beautiful images thanks to Sony’s TV “BRAVIA®” high image quality engine “X1™ for mobile”.

    To enable being immersed in trending videos or shows without the worry of running out of charge, the 5,000mAh large capacity battery lasts longer than other smartphones with the same capacity battery. With its unique power-saving technology, power consumption is reduced by approximately 20% compared to the previous model3. As a result, even if you use your smartphone actively all day, the battery will remain at 50% or more1. In addition to supporting wireless charging and quick charging (up to 50% in 30 minutes[iii]), Xperia’s unique charging optimisation technology prevents battery deterioration, so even after 3 years, the maximum capacity is maintained at 80% or more[iv]. In addition, the size of heat diffusion sheet has increased by 40% compared to the previous model3 as an extremely effective heat dissipation measure and the power consumption of the CPU has been improved.

    Compact size with a long battery that retains more than 50% after using actively all day long

    Enhanced gaming functions

    Game enhancer, an assist function that makes gaming more enjoyable, has a new theme colour but retains a host of winning support functions such as the L-γ (low gamma) laser, audio equalizer, voice chat mic and screen recording function which is useful when capturing and distributing content onto YouTube™. In addition, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon® 8 Gen2 Mobile Platform and Elite Gaming[v] support stable gameplay.

    Design/Function/Accessibility/Sustainability

    Another element to love about Xperia 5 V is its combination of highly reliable performance and design. The camera and back panel are colour matched with an aesthetically pleasing matte finish that creates an impression of unity. It is available in Black.

    When taking pictures in Photography Pro, a new accessibility feature enables a sound to be played[vi] that lets you know whether the screen is horizontal, so people with visual impairments can capture a straight picture. Functionality and design are combined to fit in the palm of your hand.

    The packaging of Xperia 5 V uses Sony’s Original Blended Material, which is made from bamboo, sugar cane fibers and post-consumer recycled paper, and has achieved an individual package that completely eliminates plastic[vii]. In addition, some elements, both internal and external, of the main unit use SORPLAS™, a flame-retardant recycled plastic developed by Sony that uses up to 99% recycled materials.

    Style Cover with Stand for Xperia 5 V (XQZ-CBDE)

    The Xperia 5 V’s dedicated cover (available as an optional accessory purchased separately) also works as a convenient stand that can be placed vertically as well as horizontally. The slim shape that perfectly fits the smartphone makes it easy to hold and use not only for watching videos, but also for live streaming and video chat. Available in Black colour to match Xperia 5 V[viii]. Furthermore, we have also used SORPLAS as part of the materials within the Style Cover with Stand[ix].

    Availability

    The Xperia 5 V will be available in Malaysia from Q4 2023.

    A product announcement video on the new Xperia 5 V can be viewed at https://youtu.be/Ug1RSgWqbY8

    Full product video can be viewed at https://youtu.be/cR0WULMSgso

    For detailed product information on the Xperia 5 V, please visit: https://www.sony.com.my/smartphones/products/xperia-5m5

  • PERAYAAN DEEPAVALI MULTISENSORI CAHAYA DAN BUDAYA

     Kuala Lumpur, 3 November 2023 – Sambutan Deepavali akan diadakan di Suria KLCC. Perayaan ini bertemakan “ Gemerlapan Taman Cahaya”. Acara ini bermula dari 3 November hingga 15 November 2023 ini. Semua pengunjung di jemput hadir bagi memeriahkan lagi perayaan yang memukau ini. Nikmati lah pemandangan yang menarik selama acara ini berlangsung di Suria KLCC. Terdapat rekaan taman yang di hiasi bunga-bunga yang indah dan hayunan buaian yang menjadi tarikan pengunjung untuk merakam detik indah ini.

     

    Dekorasi “kolam” interaktif bersaiz 20 kaki bakal menyambut pengunjung di ‘Centre Court’. Ianya mampu berputar dan memancarkan cahaya mengikut interaksi pengunjung. Suasana bakal dimeriahkan lagi dengan hiasan sebuah replika burung merak setinggi tujuh kaki. Ekor interaktif sepanjang 32 kaki mampu berkembang penuh gemalai dan begemerlapan mengikut interaksi pengunjung. Diilhamkan daripada bunga tiruan serta beras berwarna, ianya seolah olah hidup.

     

     Hiasan berwarna warni beserta penataan lampu dan kesan bunyi bakal bakal membangkitkan semangat perayaan cahaya ini. 

     

    Pada hujung minggu pula, para pengunjung bakal disajikan dengan persembahan n tarian tradisional kaum India di ‘Centre Court’. Alunan lagu lagu Deepavali terpilih juga boleh dinikmati di seluruh pusat membeli-belah untuk meningkatkan suasana perayaan ini.

     

     “Deepavali ialah masa yang amat bermakna, ianya melambangkan kejayaan cahaya mengatasi kegelapan, kebaikan mengatasi kejahatan, dan pengetahuan mengatasi kejahilan. Di Suria KLCC, kami bertekad untuk bukan sahaja menawarkan pengalaman membeli-belah sempena perayaan yang tidak dapat dilupakan, tetapi juga budaya yang memupuk hubungan dan persefahaman erat dalam komuniti kami,” kata Andrew Brien, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Suria KLCC Sdn Bhd. 2

     

     Untuk memeriahkan lagi sambutan kempen sambutan Deepavali ini, pembeli yang membuat pembelian berjumlah RM600 atau lebih dalam dua resit di mana-mana kedai terpilih akan memperoleh e-Baucar membeli belah Suria KLCC bernilai RM50. 

     

    Pusat Beli-Belah Alamanda 

    Sambutan Deepavali di Alamanda Putrajaya bermula pada 28 Oktober dan akan berakhir pada 13 November. Pengunjung bakal disajikan dengan hiasan yang meriah, termasuk “kolam” berwarnawarni yang dicahayai untuk mebangkitkan perasaan bertuah dan bernasib baik bagi penganut agama Hindu.

     

     Bagi menambahkan keseronokan, pengunjung yang membelanjakan RM300 dan ke atas dalam dua resit di mana-mana kedai khusus, Baucar Beli-belah Alamanda bernilai RM30 bakal menanti.

     Pusat Beli-Belah Mesra Mall

     Dari 8 hingga 19 November, di Mesra Mall Kemaman, sentuhan perayaan Deepavali dijelmakan melalui hiasan reka bentuk “kolam” yang dihasilkan daripada tepung beras. Terdapat juga tarikan lain seperti burung merak dan saree bagi meningkatkan suasana perayaan dan melahirkan semangat perayaan.

     

  • Elevating the F&B Industry: World Gourmet’s Efforts for Visit Malaysia 2026

    The Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts & Culture, Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan, presided over the opening of the World Top Gourmet Awards (WTGA) 2023. This initiative, led by World Gourmet, is dedicated to empowering chefs and local dining establishments in Malaysia, fostering growth and skill enhancement.

    Since its inception in 2017, WTGA has been a valuable resource for locals and tourists, guiding them to a diverse array of dining experiences, from restaurants and cafes to neighborhood eateries. The awards aim to play a pivotal role in shaping culinary exploration by providing essential insights, recommendations, and a platform for discovering the region’s rich and diverse food scene.

    Khairul emphasized, “As we all know, Malaysia is often celebrated as a culinary paradise, where dining is a cherished tradition deeply embedded in our diverse cultural heritage. This rich tapestry of flavors makes Malaysia the ideal stage for showcasing our culinary diversity. Our food & beverage providers do more than serve food; they narrate stories, traditions, and our cultural heritage through cuisine, propelling the growth of our tourism and culture sector.”

    As 2024 approaches, World Gourmet has lined up several key initiatives to enhance the skills of local chefs and eateries. These initiatives include providing workshops, training programs led by renowned chefs, culinary exchanges with the participation of local chefs and eateries, cooking competitions, and festivals celebrating global cuisines. World Gourmet will be collaborating with local tourism boards to design vacation packages that feature eateries in particular states, aiming to highlight the unique local specialties as well as engage with their local communities through initiatives such as charity dinners, fundraisers, and mentorship programs to shed light on the communities that do not have access to culinary education.

    World Gourmet President, Peggy Chong said, “World Gourmet believes that food is a reflection of culture, heritage, and history. Through our culinary arts, we merge cultures and create opportunities for understanding and appreciation with one another. This year, we received an overwhelming response in nominations, allowing us to carefully evaluate and award 102 recipients – a record in World Gourmet’s history. These recipients represent the very best of our industry, and their dedication and passion are truly commendable.”

    In addition to this, World Gourmet has appointed World Chefs’ Association President, Master Chef Thomas A. Gugler as its World Gourmet Chef of Honor and Master Chef Chin Chee Sing (Chef Sun) as the World Gourmet Ambassador 2023, who will participate in the initiatives in 2024.

    Furthermore, esteemed chefs like Tourism Malaysia’s Ambassador Dato’ Chef Ismail Ahmad, Cooking For Charity’s Founder, Master Chef Jeffrey Tan; 3-Michelin Star Forum Restaurant’s Executive Chef, Master Chef Adam Wong, among others, attended to support the event. World Gourmet has been instrumental in promoting and supporting over 300 local eateries and plans to extend this support to 500 establishments in the upcoming year.

    For more information, kindly visit: https://www.worldgourmet.biz/ 

  • Samsung presents the Galaxy S23 Series is Samsung’s One UI 6

    Now, Galaxy S23 Series users can change with Samsung’s latest One Ui 6 in Malaysia. Samsung’s latest is a more user-friendly experience and comes with a complete package of enhancements to Samsung apps.  The features are more streamlined and wider options for personalization. Samsung’s user in Malaysia can get the Galaxy S23 Series in the market for more interest with new features.

     

    “Our mission with One UI is to reflect the unique preferences of our users in every aspect of their mobile experience,” said Janghyun Yoon, Executive Vice President and Head of the Software Office, Mobile eXperience (MX) Business at Samsung Electronics. “Every iteration of One UI responds to the needs of our user community, and we look forward to user feedback on One UI 6 as we create a richer, more intuitive experience for all.”

     

    “Samsung’s One UI updates are a testament to our consistency in delivering the best mobile innovation and experiences, as well as to the level of support we provide for our users.” says KM Liew, Vice President & Head of Mobile eXperience (MX), Samsung Malaysia Electronics. “Consumers know that when they purchase Samsung products, they are assured of up to 5 years of security updates, 4 generations of OS updates, a 2 years of warranty, so that they have longer ownership than any other brands in the market.”

    Simplicity and Ease of Access

    One UI 6 makes a compelling first impression with its beautiful simplicity. Many elements have been tweaked to create a more modern look and feel, such as the impactful new default font, One UI Sans, and new emojis with more lively expressions on Samsung Keyboard. The Quick Panel has been revamped with an updated layout that makes it effortless for users to access their most used features. It is easier than ever to adjust screen visibility on the go as the brightness control bar is available by default in the compact Quick Panel. Furthermore, there is also a new instant access option to the full Quick Panel, providing faster access to settings with a single downward swipe at the upper right corner of the screen.  The Album Art and Progress Bar sport new designs that have been enhanced for emotional contentment. 

     

    More Ways To Personalize Your Experience

    One UI 6 is loaded with great new ways for users to customize the Galaxy experience based on their own habits and preferences, so it feels even more like an extension of themselves. For instance, it is now possible to set different lock screens according to specific Modes and Routines, such as a calming photo of a forest in Sleep Mode. There is also a new custom camera widget, which lets users preselect a camera mode and a storage location — like portrait mode and a folder just for headshots. Users will also have an enhanced photo and video editing experience with AI Edit, which recommends AI editing features that are optimal for any picture, video or GIF. The new Samsung Studio allows users to check the time of multiple videos at a glace through multi-layers, and easily adjust the location or section of decorative elements.

     

    Continuous Updates to Privacy & Security

    One UI 6 also offers robust security and privacy, so users can enjoy mobile connectivity and convenience with total peace of mind. Users with a wider knowledge of security will appreciate Auto Blocker, which enables basic device usage, while blocking advanced, mostly unused features. Knox Matrix supports end-to-end encryption for both synced data and cloud backup. A light version of Knox Vault will also be applied to the Galaxy A Series once One UI 6 becomes available on the series. Meanwhile, Passkey allows safer and easier sign-ins to apps and websites.

  • Tayangan pra-tonton filem “magiK” di empat lagi lokasi terpilih serata tanah air

    Sejak Oktober lalu, YMCA di Pulau Pinang, Pelabuhan Ipoh, dan Johor Baharu telah menganjurkan tayangan khas atau ‘wayang pacak’ sempena filem magiK.

    Menurut penerbit juga teraju utama produksi 42nd Pictures Sdn Bhd, Bea dan suaminya, pengarah Yasu Tanaka, tayangan khas atau ‘wayang pacak’ itu adalah cara alternatif sebelum tayangan di pawagam untuk menyampaikan filem itu secara terus kepada masyarakat tempatan.

    “Semasa tayangan khas ini, Yasu menemui semula nilai atau kewujudannya sebagai pembikin filem indie.

    “Pengalaman menganjurkan tayangan khas ini juga ini tidak ternilai buat kami,” kata pasangan suami isteri ini.

    Yasu yang juga pengarah filem magiK berkata, pihaknya gembira kerana dapat berkongsi filem itu dengan penonton dan melihat reaksi mereka menerusi tayangan khas itu.

    “Tayangan khas filem ini adalah versi ‘closed caption’ untuk memudahkan penonton dari komuniti bermasalah pendengaran,” katanya.

    Sebagai bekas guru pendidikan khas, Bea berkata, tayangan khas filem magiK di YMCA, Pulau Pinang berjaya menarik seramai lebih 150 kanak-kanak dan dewasa pekak (CODA).

    “Ia juga pertemuan semula saya dengan bekas pelajar yang juga seorang guru di mana dia membawa ramai pelajar dan guru pelajar bermasalah pendengaran untuk tayangan khas berkenaan.

    “Komuniti pekak juga sangat fokus ketika menonton filem magiK menerusi skrin besar ketika tayangan khas filem ini,” katanya.

    Kata  Bea lagi, kerja kerasnya dan Yasu untuk menganjurkan tayangan khas filem magiK juga membuahkan hasil apabila melihat orang ramai menghayati filem berkenaan.

    “Pekak bukan kecacatan tetapi mereka mempunyai keupayaan yang berbeza,” katanya.

    Bea juga mengucapkan terima kasih dengan kerjasama diberikan pihak Port Ipoh kerana berjaya menjayakan acara tayangan khas dua hari dan menampilkan penonton yang sangat berbeza.

    “Pihak kami menayangkan filem magiK kepada komuniti seni dan pelajar dari sekitar Ipoh pada tayangan khas 14 Oktober lalu.

    “Pelakon utama filem ini, Beto Kusyairy turut hadir dan ia adalah kali pertama dia menonton filem magiK,” katanya.

    Bea berkata, apa yang terbaik daripada tayangan khas kali ini ialah mereka dapat berkongsi filem magiK dengan komuniti pekak. 

    Katanya, tayangan khas pada 15 Oktober di Ipoh pula berjaya menarik seramai 100 orang termasuk dari Persatuan Orang Pekak Perak (POPP), Sekolah Rendah Khas untuk orang pekak dan Jabatan Pendidikan Negeri.

    “Hampir semua penonton bermasalah pendengaran ditemani guru dan ibu bapa mereka.

    “Kami juga terkejut apabila melihat penonton OKU pekak menonton filem ini  sehingga selesai. Saya percaya kanak- kanak pekak mudah mengaitkan diri mereka dengan watak Kit dalam filem ini,” katanya.

    Tidak ketinggalan, kata Bea, tayangan khas filem magiK yang terakhir di Embrace Hall, Johor Bahru dijayakan walaupun dengan penonton bersaiz kecil.

    “Kerjasama dengan penduduk tempatan di Embrace Hall, Johor Bahru mengingatkan kami dengan komuniti kecil seni di Kuantan dan Sungai Petani sebelum ini,” katanya.

    “magiK” dibarisi pelakon terkenal tanah air seperti Beto Kusyairy, Nadia Aqilah, Nam Ron, Ruminah Sidek, Roy Azman, Kamarul Eqifshah dan bintang cilik, Qisya Hairulzain.

    Filem ini berkisar kepada kanak-kanak pekak berusia tujuh tahun, Kit di perkampungan yang terkenal dengan tarikan kelip-kelip dan menemui penonton di seluruh pawagam tanah air pada 30 November 2023.