Entertainment News: Malaysia & World Showbiz, Music, Movies | Malay Mail

While many have welcomed the proposal as a way to prevent elderly parents from becoming homeless or being abandoned at hospitals, experts have warned that such legislation could also place additional strain on family relationships, particularly amid current economic challenges. — Pexels pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Explainer: What Malaysia’s proposed filial law could mean for families

Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng said Putrajaya must clearly disclose who would be affected by the subsidy rationalisation plan, how income would be assessed, and whether factors such as living costs, dependants, loans, and commuting needs would be taken into account. — Picture by Azneal Ishak

Malaysia / 14 h ago

‘Don’t turn middle class into govt’s ATM’, Kepong MP tells Putrajaya over RON95 subsidy reform

Initial investigations found that the incident happened while the 31-year-old victim was taking part in a religious ceremony at the temple with his friends. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Temple terror: Man held after sword attack during Cameron Highlands ceremony

Puchong MP Yeo Bee Yin said the T15 and T20 groups are also key drivers of domestic private consumption, and higher fuel costs could dampen demand in retail, hospitality and services sectors. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Yeo Bee Yin warns RON95 subsidy cut for T20 could fuel inflation and hurt economy

Iskandar Puteri district police headquarters said investigations are being carried out under Section 5(2) of the Moneylenders Act 1951 and Section 435 of the Penal Code. — Picture via Facebook

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Four Bukit Indah homes hit in suspected Molotov cocktail attacks linked to Singapore Ah Long syndicate

Eileen Wang, 58, the mayor of Arcadia, a city just north of Los Angeles with a population of about 50,000, has agreed to plead guilty to the felony charge, the department said in a statement. — Picture via Arcadia website

World / 13 h ago

California mayor charged with acting as Chinese agent

Newly elected chief minister of India’s Tamil Nadu state, C. Joseph Vijay speaks after taking the oath during his swearing-in ceremony in Chennai on May 10, 2026. Vijay was sworn in as the state’s chief minister on Sunday, making him the first movie star to rule the southern Indian state in a decade. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Anwar congratulates ‘friend’ Vijay after Indian actor takes helm as Tamil Nadu chief minister

On Iran, the former casino owner is learning that he, in fact, doesn’t have such a strong hand after all. — AFP pic

World / 14 h ago

So much for a royal flush: Frustrated Trump learns he doesn’t have the cards on Iran

Breakfast means ‘kopi’ and noodles at Restoran Meng Shiang — Picture by CK Lim

Eat-drink / 14 h ago

Rise with the ‘sun noodles’ at Restoran Meng Shiang in Yulek, Cheras

An undated illustrative image shows detainees in handcuffs. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Retired lady cop flees hit-and-run, tests positive for drugs after 50km chase from Negeri to Melaka

He said the missiles were intended for the LCS fleet as well as naval vessels KD Jebat and KD Lekiu. — Bernama file pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Malaysia seeks answers after Norway halts naval missile delivery despite eight-year deal

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh speaks to the media during a press conference at City Hall regarding the flood mitigation project in Kuala Lumpur on May 12, 2026. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Hannah Yeoh: KL’s flood retention pond now 70pc smaller as land lost to developers

Muhammad Hazim Muhammad, 19, nodded after the charge was read out before Magistrate Rais Imran Hamid. However, no plea was recorded as the case falls under the jurisdiction of the High Court. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Teenager charged with murder of college student found with 61 stab wounds in Kelantan

Vehicles travel through heavy rain in Shah Alam on June 21, 2023. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Thunderstorms forecast for KL, Selangor, and majority of states until 7pm

Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail during the launch of PDRM Special Dialogue V 2026 at KLGCC Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur on May 12, 2026. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Police still probing alleged Langkawi drug network linked to cop known as ‘Mr A’, says IGP

Showbiz

2 h ago

Cannes Film Festival 2026 guide: The biggest A-list stars, must-see premieres, and Palme d'Or contenders

The official poster of the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival is seen inside the Palais de Festivals in Cannes, southern France on May 11, 2026. — AFP pic

PARIS, May 12 — The Cannes Film Festival promises another action-packed fortnight of world premieres, star-studded red carpets, parties and fashion when it begins on Tuesday.AFP looks ahead at some of the most hotly anticipated moments and appearances:The main competitionA total of 22 films are competing for the prestigious Palme...

Full Story

Vin Diesel speaks during the unveiling ceremony for actor Gal Gadot’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles, California March 18, 2025. — Reuters pic

Showbiz / 6 h ago

As ‘Fast & Furious’ turns 25, Vin Diesel unveils four TV series with final film slated for 2028

Indie art-imitating-life comedy series ‘Everyone Is Doing Great’ returns for its second season yesterday on Netflix after a five-year hiatus — and at a time when independent TV is booming, its creators say. — Picture courtesy of Netflix

Showbiz / 6 h ago

Netflix picks up indie series ‘Everyone Is Doing Great’ for second season after five‑year hiatus (VIDEO)

View of banners at the ‘Eurovision Village’ next to the city hall in Vienna May 8, 2026. — Reuters pic

Showbiz / 7 h ago

Eurovision’s other Israel‑related challenge: Stricter voting rules after ‘disproportionate marketing’

More News

Fans attend the opening ceremony of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 at the City Hall Square in Vienna May 10, 2026. — AFP pic

7 h ago

Eurovision boycott widens as Spain, Ireland and Slovenia decline to show 70th anniversary event over voting integrity and Gaza war

Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh speaks during a press conference at Pavilion Hotel in Kuala Lumpur April 18, 2023.— Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

7 h ago

Michelle Yeoh to return to Chinese‑language films in ‘This Is My Time’ as Media Asia launches Cannes sales

Although he is gaining recognition as a singer, Syafiq Farhain remains determined not to abandon his career as a fireman. — Bernama pic

8 h ago

Syafiq Farhain says he will not leave firefighter job after 13 years, despite rising profile as singer

Singer Shila Amzah captivated local audiences through a special performance celebrating her 25-year journey in the entertainment industry. — Picture via Instagram/shahilaamzah

8 h ago

Shila Amzah marks 25 years in music with intimate ‘Resonance’ concert at Dewan Filharmonik Petronas

Nearly 3,000 fans attended Fauziah Latiff’s ‘4 Decades Fauziah Latiff Live in Concert’ at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, where the singer — affectionately known as Kak Gee — marked her four‑decade career. — Pictures via Instagram/ideatelier.co

8 h ago

Fauziah Latiff’s ‘4 Decades’ concert draws nearly 3,000 fans in Kuala Lumpur

Comedian Rizal Van Geyzel believes that those in the industry must always exercise caution, especially in the age of social media, where statements can easily be taken out of context or distorted. — Bernama pic

16 h ago

Rizal Van Geyzel says comedy is about context, but social media twists jokes out of shape

Jennie during the recent Met Gala in New York City May 4, 2026. — Reuters pic

1d ago

Blackpink’s Jennie earns RM63.5m in two years thanks to her one woman agency OA Entertainment

Fans and photographers watch atop step ladders the red carpet arrival for the screening of the film ‘Sirat’ outside the Palais de Festival at the 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on May 15, 2025. — AFP pic

1d ago

From ‘Star Wars’ to silence: Why Hollywood is ghosting Cannes in 2026’s blockbuster‑free line‑up

Kuala Lumpur is about to get a dose of global pop spectacle as The Weeknd. — Picture courtesy of Live Nation

1d ago

The Weeknd brings record‑breaking stadium spectacle to Malaysia this November

‘Mother Bhumi’ director Chong Keat Aun, cast members Fan Bingbing, Bai Run-yin and Pearlly Chua pose for a picture with fans at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. — Picture courtesy of Click Entertainment

1d ago

‘Mother Bhumi’ gets Mother’s Day welcome as Fan Bingbing and cast greet KL fans

Dua Lipa's legal team reportedly sent a cease-and-desist letter last June requesting that Samsung halt sales and stop infringing on her publicity rights, but alleged that sales continued without meaningful action. — Reuters pic

2d ago

Pop star Dua Lipa sues Samsung, says tech giant used her image to promote TVs without permission

A photo taken on May 8, 2026 shows a banner for the ‘Eurovision Village’ fan area set up in front of the City Hall in Vienna, prior to the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC). — AFP pic

2d ago

Eurovision fever hits Vienna as host city rolls out turquoise carpet for grand final

The Palme d’Or trophy is photographed at Chopard’s high-jewellery workshops, in Meyrin near Geneva, on April 21, 2026. — AFP pic

2d ago

Auteurs, A‑listers and controversies as Cannes film fest returns with major premieres

NewJeans, seen here in a scene from their ‘How Sweet’ music video, is facing a copyright infringement lawsuit in the United States over allegations that its 2024 track copied elements from an outside demo. — Screencap via YouTube/HYBE LABELS

2d ago

US songwriters sue NewJeans, ADOR and HYBE, claim ‘How Sweet’ copied their demo

(From left) US singer Katy Perry and Blackpink member Lisa, seen in combined photos from AFP, will perform at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Fifa World Cup in Los Angeles, joining a lineup that includes Future, Anitta, Rema and Tyla. — AFP pix

2d ago

Katy Perry and Blackpink’s Lisa join star‑studded lineup as Fifa announces trio of opening shows at 2026 World Cup

MORE

Opinion

Alwyn Lau

2d ago

The nightmare of forgetting your MyDigital ID password

Praba Ganesan

07 May 2026

Umno’s chance to embrace the whole of Malaysia is here

Erna Mahyuni

06 May 2026

Post-cancer Journals: My first interesting hours in Taipei

Trending in SHOWBIZ