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New Straits Times
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Sheila On 7 returns to Malaysia for 'Latihan Pestapora'
KUALA LUMPUR: Legendary Indonesian band Sheila On 7 is officially making their long-awaited return to Malaysian soil for a monumental homecoming celebration at Latihan Pestapora Malaysia. The event has been upgraded to Stadium Nasional Bukit Jalil and will take place on July 26. Following an explosive response to the initial lineup announcement in May, the festival is turning up the volume for its debut edition with the reveal of its Phase 2 lineup, featuring Sheila On 7 alongside Nadin Amizah and ALVN. Hitman Group CEO Rohit Rampal, commented on the change of venue: "The move to Malaysia's largest stadium allows even more fans to be part of this unforgettable, stadium-scale experience. "Sheila On 7 isn't just a band – they're a shared memory, a generational anthem. "Their return to Malaysia is more than a performance – it's a cultural moment. "We are ready to etch this event into the history of live music festivals in Malaysia." Festival director and co-founder of Boss Creator, Kiki Ucup, added: "Pestapora is a celebration of music and community. Bringing that spirit to Malaysia is a natural next step for us. We hope to further unite the two nations in one vibrant, love-filled, music-powered experience." Organised by Hitman Solutions and Boss Creator, the original team behind Jakarta's iconic Pestapora festival, this Malaysian edition promises to bring the true spirit of Nusantara music to life like never before. Phase 2 tickets will go on sale on June 9. For more details, visit
The Star
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Indonesian legendary band Sheila on 7 returns to Malaysian for Latihan Pestapora super concert now at Bukit Jalil
Sheila on 7 on stage. -- Image: Antara Indonesia Music fans take and ensure the date July 26 in your calendar. The best of Malaysian and Indonesian musicians are coming to town to thrill you at the edge of your seat. On top of that, the legendary Indonesian band Sheila On 7 is officially set to make their long-awaited return to Malaysian soil in a monumental homecoming celebration at Latihan Pestapora Malaysia—now upgraded to Stadium Nasional Bukit Jalil on this date. Following the explosive response to the initial lineup announcement in May, the festival is turning up the volume for its debut edition with the reveal of its Phase 2 lineup, featuring beloved acts Sheila On 7, Nadin Amizah, and ALVN. The move to Malaysia's largest stadium allows even more fans to be part of this unforgettable, stadium-scale experience. Rohit Rampal, CEO & Founder of Hitman Group, 'Sheila On 7 is not just a band – they are a shared memory, a generational anthem. Their return to Malaysia is more than a performance – it's a cultural moment. With Stadium Nasional as the new venue, we are ready to etch this event into the history of live music festivals in Malaysia.' Kiki Ucup, Festival Director of Pestapora & Co-Founder of Boss Creator, 'Pestapora is a celebration of music and community. Bringing that spirit to Malaysia is a natural next step for us. With Sheila On 7, Nadin Amizah, and ALVN added in the lineup, we hope to further unite the two nations in one vibrant, love-filled, music-powered experience.' Organised by Hitman Solutions and Boss Creator, the original team behind Jakarta's iconic Pestapora festival, this Malaysian edition brings the true spirit of Nusantara music to life like never before. Phase 2 tickets will go on sale starting 9 June 2025, 12pm (GMT +8) at . This follows the successful closure of Phase 1 sales, which saw thousands of fans locking in their spots even before the full lineup was revealed. NEW PHASE 2 TICKET CATEGORIES: Rockzone (Free Standing) – RM299; GA (Free Standing) – RM249; CAT 1 (Numbered Seat) – RM399 New Category and CAT 2 (Numbered Seat) – RM189 New Category. Latihan Pestapora Malaysia 2025 also features a powerful Phase 1 lineup that includes fan-favourites from both Indonesia and Malaysia such Hindia, Pamungkas, Feel Koplo, Bittersweet, Bunkface, DOLLA, and more—setting the stage for a truly cross-cultural musical experience. This musical adventure is brought to you by the contributions and support of the following partners: ERA FM, ERA SARAWAK, ERA SABAH, HITZ FM, SINAR FM, MIX, THR GEGAR and SYOK (Radio Partners), World of Buzz and Lobak Merah (Media Partners), Batik Air and BookCabin (Travel Partners), Sunway Putra Hotel (Hotel Partner), supported by Universal Music Malaysia, and Tapao Fest (Strategic Partner). For tickets and updates, visit:
New Straits Times
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: 'Latihan Pestapora Malaysia' celebrates Nusantara's best new artistes
KUALA LUMPUR: Get ready for a sensational music extravaganza featuring the best of Malaysia's and Indonesia's promising new artistes. Latihan Pestapora Malaysia which is set to take place at Sunway Lagoon on July 26. Indonesia is represented by Feast, Hindia, Barasuara x Efek Rumah Kaca, Feel Koplo, Kunto Aji, and Pamungkas who are in town for the first time. As for Malaysia, the star attractions are Bittersweet, Bunkface, Dolla, SonaOne and Salammusik. Presented by Hitman Solutions and Boss Creator, the festival promises a diverse blend of genres—pop, rock and hip-hop—curated for music lovers craving a rich Nusantara experience. In a statement yesterday Hitman Group founder Rohit Rampal said: "Every year, thousands of Malaysian fans travel to Jakarta for the Pestapora experience. "Seeing how the festival unites people together through the power of music, we want Malaysians to feel and live out the same magic here." He added: "Latihan Pestapora serves as a preview for Malaysians who cannot fly to Jakarta for the main Pestapora festival and for the fans who want to get ready for the main event by joining this warm-up celebration." Rampal said that Latihan Pestapora Malaysia is more than just a concert, it is a platform for cultural exchange within the Nusantara region. It is also an opportunity to give fans a rare preview of the full Pestapora experience coming to Jakarta this September. Festival director and Boss Creator co-founder Kiki Ucup said: "For this year's Latihan Pestapora, we are striving to create new experiences by expanding our reach into Malaysia. "Our main goal is for Latihan Pestapora Malaysia to become a platform that nurtures creativity and builds community while allowing artistes from both Indonesia and Malaysia to showcase and celebrate each other's cultures."
Hype Malaysia
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Latihan Pestapora Malaysia Music Festival To Feature .Feast, Salammusik, DOLLA & More!
The highly-anticipated Latihan Pestapora Malaysia is set to take over the music scene, and the wait is officially over! The masterminds behind Jakarta's legendary Pestapora Festival, Hitman Solutions and Boss Creator, have unveiled the lineup at today's official announcement held at The Campus Ampang – and it's absolutely electric! Get ready for an epic night where Malaysia and Indonesia collide on stage, bringing together the best from both music worlds. Latihan Pestapora Malaysia is more than just a concert – it's a cultural exchange that celebrates Nusantara unity through the universal language of music. An Explosive Lineup Awaits! Making their Malaysian debut are some of Indonesia's hottest acts: .Feast, Hindia, Barasuara x Efek Rumah Kaca, Feel Koplo, Kunto Aji, and Pamungkas. On the Malaysian side, we've got powerhouses like Bittersweet, Bunkface, DOLLA, SonaOne, Salammusik, and many more! From pop to rock, indie to hip-hop, this festival promises a genre-blending experience that will leave you buzzing. A Celebration Of Unity & Good Vibes Rohit Rampal, CEO and Founder of Hitman Group, shared his excitement, saying, 'Every year, thousands of Malaysian fans travel to Jakarta for the Pestapora experience. Seeing how the festival unites people through music, we want Malaysians to feel that same magic right here.' With over 2,000 tickets sold before the lineup was even revealed, the hype is real! Latihan Pestapora Malaysia gives fans a taste of what's to come at the full Pestapora experience in Jakarta this September. Tickets & Additional Info: Tickets are available at the Latihan Pestapora Malaysia Official Site. For more information, contact +6012-2655783 or email concerts@
Malay Mail
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
From dangdut to hip hop: Latihan Pestapora Malaysia drops diverse first-phase lineup
KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 — Latihan Pestapora Malaysia just dropped its first lineup, featuring 21 acts from Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei, promising a high-energy festival packed with rock, hip hop, pop and even dangdut. Here's a rundown of the first 21 performers who will be taking centre stage at Latihan Pestapora Malaysia, scheduled for Sunway Surf Beach in Sunway Lagoon this July 26 and which will feature a total of 24 acts. Fusion of genres Headlining are Indonesian singer-songwriters Kunto Aji and Pamungkas, who will be serenading fans with beloved tracks such as Rehat and To The Bone. They are joined by Malaysian girl group Dolla, along with local bands such as Salammusik, Bittersweet, and Bunkface. Latihan Pestapora Malaysia will also see several top Indonesian bands joining the lineup, including Hindia, .Feast, Barasuara, Efek Rumah Kaca (ERK), as well as Indonesian dangdut DJ duo Feel Koplo. For the first time ever in Malaysia, Barasuara will perform their acclaimed collaborative set alongside ERK, where both bands will share the stage as they perform some of their greatest hits. The first Barasuara x ERK collaboration was in 2015 during the Sounds From The Corner event in Indonesia, which has been viewed over 4 million times on YouTube. These headliners are followed by a slew of local singers including Naki, Gaston Pong, Fahimi, and Julia Duclos. The lineup also features the only performer from Brunei, singer-songwriter Aziz Harun. Concertgoers can also expect to hear some bars and rhymes from local rappers such as Sonaone, Yonnyboii, Killa Driz, Lil J, and Elva Suyan, while DJ Cza will be on the deck. Keep in mind that there are three acts yet to be revealed. Boss Creator founder Kiki Ucup (left) and Rohit Rampal launch Latihan Pestapora Malaysia during a press conference in Kuala Lumpur on May 7, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel History in the making Latihan Pestapora Malaysia was made possible through the collaboration between Malaysian event organiser Hitman Solutions and Pestapora organiser, Boss Creator. Hitman Solutions founder Rohit Rampal said that Malaysian fans can expect to get a glimpse into one of Indonesia's most successful music festivals. 'Every year thousands of Malaysian fans travel to Jakarta for the Pestapora experience,' Rohit said. 'Seeing how the festival unites people together through the power of music, we want our own Malaysians to feel and live out the same magic here. With over 2,000 tickets sold even before the lineup reveal, it's abundantly evident that many Malaysians are already familiar with and trust the Pestapora brand to deliver a festival that blends music, art, community, and culture into one unforgettable experience.' Meanwhile, Boss Creator founder Kiki Ucup said that it was a dream come true to be able to bring one of Pestapora's pre-events outside of Indonesia. Seeing that Pestapora is already an established name since its debut in 2022, Kiki said that it was part of their requirement to get involved with the lineup selection. Both Kiki and Rohit confirmed that Latihan Pestapora Malaysia will have at least two main stages, and they are currently sorting out details to add another two to three smaller stages around the venue. This will also include activation spaces for art installations, podcast sessions, as well as other activities. Rohit also revealed that around three to four Malaysian artists who perform at Latihan Pestapora Malaysia will also be performing at the main Pestapora festival from September 5 to 7, 2025. This will mark the first time Malaysian artists take centre stage at the event. Tickets for Latihan Pestapora Malaysia are still available, with prices ranging from RM70 to RM199. More ticketing information is available on the event site.
