Concert set to bring P Ramlee's timeless classics to life
Fans won't want to miss 'Konsert Legasi P Ramlee' on Sept 20 at Mega Star Arena Kuala Lumpur. (Moganraj Villavan @ FMT Lifestyle)
PETALING JAYA : Few can compare to P Ramlee, the legendary actor, singer, composer and film director who left an indelible mark on the Malaysian entertainment industry before his untimely passing at only 44 years old.
Over 50 years later, the great man's legacy continues to live on in the hearts of many. Now, fans can look forward to celebrating his life and works at 'Konsert Legasi P Ramlee', scheduled to take place at Mega Star Arena Kuala Lumpur in September.
The concert will fuse classic, contemporary and pop elements to reignite the spirit and charm of the golden age of Malay music, while allowing the younger generation to rediscover one of Malaysia's most beloved cultural icons.
Fans old and new can look forward to over 30 songs from P Ramlee's repertoire, reinterpreted through a mix of medleys, duets and solo performances. While some songs will retain their original arrangements, others will be given a modern spin.
The line-up of performers includes Jamal Abdillah, Zainalabidin, Ella, Mimi Fly, Nadeera and Liza Hanim. Plus, don't miss special appearances by three popular P Ramlee tribute performers – P Radhi, Danie Hasbullah and Musly Ramlee.
Ramli MS, Mokhzani Ismail, Helen Yap and Michael Veerapen will take turns conducting a 60-piece orchestra.
Popular personalities such as Ramli MS, Helen Yap, Michael Veerapen, Jamal Abdillah, Zainalabidin, Ella, Nadeera, Mimi Fly and others will bring the concert to life. (TanahAir Films pic)
Presented by TanahAir Films and 360 Entertainment, the concert is the second phase of 'Projek Perdana P Ramlee', a multi-platform initiative to honour the talent and legacy of P Ramlee and his contemporaries.
The project began last September with the launch of the Legasi Podcast.
According to event artistic director Adlin Aman Ramlie, a second concert date will be added if tickets for the first day sell out. He also revealed that there are plans to hold an annual concert over the next five years – great news for fans, indeed!
'This concert is more than just entertainment,' TanahAir Films CEO Khairul Anwar Salleh added. 'It is a bridge between generations, a revival of timeless artistic values and a heartfelt tribute to one of the greatest cultural figures in our nation's history.
'Konsert Legasi P Ramlee'
Where:
Mega Star Arena Kuala Lumpur,
F106, Level 1, Sungei Wang Plaza,
Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur
When: Sept 20 (Saturday) @ 8.30pm
Tickets can be purchased here.
A second performance day might be added if tickets for the concert sell out. (TanahAir Films pic)
For updates, search for @konsertlegasipramlee and @tanahairfilms on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
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