'King Of Gaana' Thenisai Thendral Deva To Perform In Johor; Ticketing & Seating Announced
The 'King of Gaana' is making his much-anticipated return to Malaysia! Organised by SPPS Production in collaboration with iGP Production, Thenisai Thendral Deva will be performing live in Johor for the very first time! This exciting event offers a rare chance to experience the legend perform his musical talent up close.
Deva will be joined on stage by celebrated singers Mano, Anuradha Sriram, Sabesh-Murali, and Srikanth Deva, alongside popular 'Super Singer' talents Ajay Krishna and Priyanka. Together, they will bring Deva's iconic songs to life in a dynamic performance that promises to captivate fans of all ages.
Theisai is an iconic music composer in Tamil cinema, renowned for creating irresistible tunes and melodies that linger in your mind for years. Especially popular among '90s kids, he is often hailed as the 'King of Gaana' and played a key role in popularising the gaana genre. His most celebrated compositions come from blockbuster films like 'Annamalai' (1992) and 'Baashha' (1995), with one particular song from 'Baashha' becoming a cultural phenomenon and an enduring classic in Tamil cinema.
Whether you're a longtime fan or someone eager to experience an unforgettable night filled with music, energy, and nostalgia, this performance promises to be one to remember. Here's all the information you need for the event:
Gaana King Thenisai Thendral Deva Live in Concert in Johor
Date : 9th August 2025 (Saturday)
: 9th August 2025 (Saturday) Time : 5pm
: Venue : Educity Sports Complex, Iskandar Puteri, Johor
: Ticketing (Early Bird) : RM1308.24 (VIP), RM318.93 (Diamond), RM231.38 (Gold), RM178.85 (Silver), RM137.07 (Rockzone), RM100.05 (Bronze)
: RM1308.24 (VIP), RM318.93 (Diamond), RM231.38 (Gold), RM178.85 (Silver), RM137.07 (Rockzone), RM100.05 (Bronze) Ticketing (Normal Price): RM1488 (VIP), RM358 (Diamond), RM258 (Gold), RM198 (Silver), RM148 (Rockzone), RM108 (Bronze)
For more information and updates on the concert, you can head to their official social media. To buy tickets early, you can find them at ticket2u.
Zaima Humaria contributed to this article.
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