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  • Kejutan 21BCAA: Nabila Huda Akhirnya Dinobatkan Pelakon Pembantu Terbaik!

    Kejutan 21BCAA: Nabila Huda Akhirnya Dinobatkan Pelakon Pembantu Terbaik!

    Majlis Anugerah Seni Cameronian BOH ke-21 (21BCAA) yang berlangsung di Petaling Jaya Performing Arts Centre (PJPAC) mencatatkan sejarah tersendiri apabila naskhah Fragments of Tuah terbitan Five Arts Centre dan Setanggi Tari Melayu 2025 oleh ASK Dance Company dinobatkan sebagai pemenang bersama bagi kategori utama, Persembahan Terbaik 2025.

    Keputusan tersebut menyaksikan kedua-dua produksi tersebut berjaya mengatasi persaingan sengit daripada finalis lain termasuk A Salute to Cinema, Animal Farm, TEWAS, dan Visits. Sesi penyampaian anugerah telah disempurnakan oleh Pengerusi Eksekutif BOH Plantation, Caroline Russell, bersama Presiden Kakiseni, Low Ngai Yu.

    Acara gilang-gemilang ini turut menjadi saksi kepada pencapaian peribadi yang signifikan bagi pelakon ternama, Nabila Huda, apabila beliau memenangi trofi sulungnya dalam kancah anugerah teater melalui kategori Pelakon Pembantu Terbaik. Kemenangan tersebut diraih hasil keberkesanan mutu lakonannya sebagai watak Malam dalam teater Masmoona.

    Selain itu, pengiktirafan bagi kategori Pelakon Utama Terbaik (Teater Muzikal) diberikan kepada Ileana Matin, manakala kategori Pelakon Utama Terbaik (Teater) dimenangi oleh Kingsley Judd.

    Sebagai menghargai sumbangan bakti yang berterusan terhadap seni warisan negara, 21BCAA telah menganugerahkan Anugerah Sepanjang Hayat BOH Cameronian kepada Prof. Dr. Mohd Anis Md Nor atas jasa beliau dalam memartabatkan seni Zapin.

    Bertemakan ‘COLLABeyond: Cipta Bersama Masa Depan’, edisi kali ini mempertandingkan 40 kategori yang melibatkan 81 penyertaan merentasi disiplin tarian, muzik, dan teater, sekali gus memperkukuh peranan anugerah ini sebagai platform utama dalam memacu kecemerlangan industri kreatif di Malaysia.

  • Toyota Eco Youth 2026 Kicks Off with Hands-On Learning and Nationwide Participation

    UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, has officially launched the Toyota Eco Youth (TEY) 2026 programme, beginning with a two-day workshop held from 30 to 31 March, followed by its official opening at Wyndham Acmar, Klang. Earlier this year, the programme received an encouraging response nationwide, with 327 submissions from secondary schools across Malaysia. This strong participation highlights the growing interest among students in tackling environmental challenges within their communities.

    Now celebrating its 25th edition, Toyota Eco Youth has grown into a well-established national initiative aimed at nurturing environmental awareness while encouraging students aged 13 to 16 to develop practical solutions to real-world issues. Participants are guided to identify local environmental problems and address them using Toyota’s structured problem-solving approach. According to Datuk Ravindran K., President of UMW Toyota Motor, the programme goes beyond theoretical learning by equipping students with essential skills, confidence, and mentorship. It provides them with the opportunity to turn their ideas into impactful projects that can create meaningful change within their communities.

    From the total submissions, 30 schools have been selected to move forward into the workshop and project implementation phase. Each school will receive a RM3,000 grant, contributing to a total of RM90,000 in funding to support their initiatives. This hands-on approach reflects TEY’s focus on experiential learning, allowing students to test and refine their ideas in real-life settings.

    In addition, TEY 2026 offers RM80,000 in prize money, bringing the total programme allocation to RM170,000. The top three winners will receive RM30,000, RM20,000, and RM10,000 respectively. Throughout the workshop, students and their teacher-advisors are provided with guidance and mentorship to strengthen their project plans, set clear implementation strategies, and monitor progress effectively. This phase emphasises collaboration, creativity, and a strong sense of environmental responsibility.

    Following evaluations and progress reviews, the top 15 schools will advance to the final stage at the TEY 2026 Convention and Exhibition, scheduled to take place from 2 to 4 November 2026, where they will compete for the main awards. Toyota Eco Youth continues to play an important role in inspiring young Malaysians to become proactive environmental leaders by offering structured support, hands-on experience, and recognition for their efforts in driving sustainable change.

  • LifeWave Malaysia’s ‘Ride The Wave’ Event Highlights Strategic Vision and Future Goals

    LifeWave Malaysia’s ‘Ride The Wave’ Event Highlights Strategic Vision and Future Goals

    LifeWave Malaysia, the local subsidiary of the global life-technology company LifeWave, recently hosted its highly anticipated “Ride The Wave” event, bringing together Brand Partners from across the country for an evening focused on leadership, business insights, and community engagement. The event underscored LifeWave’s ongoing global advancement and commitment to long-term sustainability, innovation, and enhanced business-building opportunities. A major highlight was the announcement of Founder and Chairman David Schmidt achieving a milestone with 200 patents, including new patents for the company’s X2O technology, reinforcing LifeWave’s reputation as a pioneer in wellness technology and scientific innovation.

    Meredith Berkich, Global President of LifeWave, emphasised the importance of unity and shared purpose in achieving sustained growth, noting that collective effort amplifies success and fosters a strong sense of belonging among Brand Partners. Dr. Edward Choo, President of APAC, highlighted the company’s three foundational pillars—Company, Product, and Plan—describing LifeWave as a generational business designed for long-term impact, with support systems in place for partners to achieve their goals. Adding to the inspiration, KP Hau, newly appointed Country Manager for Malaysia & Singapore, delivered an address encouraging Brand Partners to aim high and take full advantage of the resources and guidance offered by the local leadership team.

    The event also celebrated LifeWave’s growing global footprint and industry recognitions. Internationally, the company earned the Bravo Growth award for the second consecutive year and ranked 22nd on the Direct Selling News Global 100 List. Locally, LifeWave Malaysia received multiple accolades, including the SME100 Award for Fast-Moving Companies, the Sin Chew Health & Wellness Brand Award for LifeWave X39, and the Golden Bull Award, reflecting the company’s expanding influence and the confidence placed in it by consumers and industry partners alike. With the strong engagement witnessed at “Ride The Wave” and LifeWave’s continued global momentum, the Malaysian subsidiary is well-positioned for a promising year ahead in 2026, as it focuses on strengthening its community, empowering Brand Partners, and driving innovation in the health and wellness sector.

  • Tontawan Tantivejakul, celebrated for her standout role in How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies, has been honored with the FPA Asia-Pacific Rising Icon Award at the 62nd Asia-Pacific Film Festival, joining fellow recipient Syafiq Kyle.

    Tontawan Tantivejakul, celebrated for her standout role in How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies, has been honored with the FPA Asia-Pacific Rising Icon Award at the 62nd Asia-Pacific Film Festival, joining fellow recipient Syafiq Kyle.

    Thai breakout sensation Tontawan Tantivejakul has been announced as the latest recipient of the FPA Asia-Pacific Rising Icon Award, joining Malaysian actor Syafiq Kyle, who was revealed earlier this year as a fellow honouree. Both rising stars will receive their awards at the 62nd Asia-Pacific Film Festival (APFF) Awards Night, set to take place on 6 December 2025 at Auditorium Bandaraya, Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur.

    Tontawan, fondly known as Tu Tontawan, has quickly become one of Southeast Asia’s most talked-about young actors. Her meteoric rise was propelled by the phenomenal success of the Thai family dramedy How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies, which became one of the region’s biggest box-office hits of 2024–2025. Her heartfelt and nuanced performance in the film earned widespread acclaim, capturing audiences across Asia and cementing her reputation as one of the most promising new faces in regional cinema.

    This year’s APFF Rising Icon selections shine a spotlight on two dynamic talents symbolising the new wave of cinematic excellence in the Asia-Pacific. Tontawan represents Thailand’s growing influence in the international film landscape, celebrated for her emotional depth and expanding global reach. Syafiq Kyle, meanwhile, continues to strengthen his standing in Malaysian cinema with a solid fanbase and an increasingly diverse portfolio of roles across genres.

    Presented by the Federation of Motion Picture Producers in Asia-Pacific (FPA), the Rising Icon Award recognises emerging actors whose artistic journeys and creative contributions are shaping the future of the region’s film industry. It highlights individuals poised to make an impact not only locally but also on the global stage.

    The 62nd APFF is organised by Lomo Pictures Sdn. Bhd., endorsed by the FPA, and supported by the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS). The festival continues its longstanding mission of honouring excellence in filmmaking while fostering cross-cultural collaboration and celebrating the diverse voices of the Asia-Pacific.

    For updates on the festival and its upcoming activities, follow APFF on Facebook and Instagram or visit the official website at www.asiapacificfilmfestival.org.