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New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Malaysia's first female K-pop idol Lingling impresses in debut with girl group KIIRAS
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's first female K-pop idol, 20-year-old Alicia Wong Lingling, has officially made her industry debut with the release of her girl group KIIRAS's first single, 'Kill Ma Bo$$'. The music video, launched by the group's agency Leanbranding yesterday, has already amassed an impressive 1.17 million views and over 34,000 likes on YouTube. The pop song, which blends elements of R&B and country music, is a playful anthem celebrating freedom from authority, encouraging individuality and out-of-the-box thinking. In the music video, Lingling, as the lead singer, captivates viewers in a denim vest and cowboy hat, leading the group through compelling dance sequences set to hard-hitting music. A week prior to the single's release, the group uploaded a promotional video featuring renowned singers and actors Eum Moon-suk and Seo In-guk, known for their roles in 'Death's Game' and 'Law Of The Jungle'. Beyond Lingling, KIIRAS's line-up includes Harin (17), Kurumi (18), Kylie (16), Doyeon (16), and Roah (13). The group was formally announced earlier this month and first performed their debut track on the South Korean weekly music show M Countdown. Lingling, a native of Klang, is fluent in Malay, English, Mandarin, and Korean. A devoted fan of the girl group 2NE1 and a trainee under YG Entertainment, one of South Korea's most renowned talent agencies, she first garnered widespread attention as the sole Southeast Asian contestant on the South Korean reality show 'I-LAND 2: N/A'.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
How to cheer for Malaysian idol Lingling and KIIRAS if you're watching them perform debut single ‘Kill Ma Bo$$' (VIDEO)
KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 — You know by now that the newly formed girl group KIIRAS has dropped their first single and music video yesterday showcasing the group's charming and vibrant personality. To help fans join in on the fanchant, the six-member girl group with the first Malaysian female K-pop idol Lingling has released a video guide on how to chant along to their debut single, 'Kill Ma Bo$$'. Start by calling out each member's name a few seconds into the intro — Lingling's name is first in the list as the leader — followed by the group's name. As the first line of the verse ends, shout 'Kill Ma Bo$$!' loud and proud. From there, just enjoy the song and listen for key phrases like 'Right now' or 'Your your yours'—those are your cue to chant along. When the chorus hits and you hear 'Kill Ma Bo$$', jump in with 'KILL MA!' with all your energy! If it sounds a bit tricky or confusing already, don't worry — the fanchant guide is on YouTube, so you can practise day by day at your own pace. A fanchant is a phrase or series of words chanted by fans during live performances, often timed to specific parts of a song to synchronise with the artist's music. It's a way for fans to interact with their idols and show their support. In K-pop, fanchants are more than just fun — they've become a cherished tradition, embraced by fans all over the world. With the release of KIIRAS's debut single, and its music video receiving favourable reviews, now's the perfect time to learn the fanchant and join in the excitement. Whether you're watching them live or enjoying the song from the comfort of your room, chanting along connects you to the energy of the performance. Recommended read: Which one is Lingling? How to spot the Malaysian K-pop idol in KIIRAS' debut single 'Kill Ma Bo$$' Lingling makes history with debut as Malaysia's first K-pop idol, stuns in KIIRAS' first MV 'Kill Ma Bo$$' Alicia Wong Lingling named leader of KIIRAS — who is the up-and-coming Malaysian idol and how did she get into K-pop?
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lingling makes history with debut as Malaysia's first K-pop idol, stuns in KIIRAS debut with ‘Kill Ma Bo$$' (VIDEO)
KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 — The wait is over! Malaysia's first K-pop idol Alicia Wong Lingling has finally made her industry debut last night, with the release of her group KIIRAS' first single. Yesterday, its agency Leanbranding officially released the music video for Kill Ma Bo$$, which is currently racking up 262,151 views and over 28,000 likes on YouTube. It has also received positive reviews for its fresh Americana and Country R&B concept, riding at the back of the popular musical trend. Taking centre stage was none other than group leader Lingling, donning a denim vest, cowboy hat and riding a horse. She radiates youthful charm and lively energy, while alongside her, KIIRAS members captivate viewers with dynamic choreography and colourful styling. A promotional video was uploaded weeks prior, which featured singer-actor Eum Moon-suk and Seo In-guk, whom K-drama fans might recognise from Death's Game (2023) or the South Korean reality-documentary show Law of the Jungle. The official teaser for the music video was released shortly after, further building anticipation ahead of the full release. The music video was supposed to be a pre-release, but it changed to a debut, and it continues to gain views and spark conversations on social media, as fans eagerly await what's next for this newly formed six-member girl group. Together with Lingling, the full line-up of KIIRAS — Harin, Kurumi, Kylie, Doyeon, and Roah — was officially announced earlier this month, and they have since performed the song in M Countdown, the weekly music show at Korean broadcaster Mnet. Recommended read: Alicia Wong Lingling named leader of KIIRAS — who is the up-and-coming Malaysian idol and how did she get into K-pop?
Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Lingling makes history with debut as Malaysia's first K-pop idol, stuns in KIIRAS debut with ‘Kill Ma Bo$$' (VIDEO)
KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 — The wait is over! Malaysia's first K-pop idol Alicia Wong Lingling has finally made her industry debut last night, with the release of her group KIIRAS' first single. Yesterday, its agency Leanbranding officially released the music video for Kill Ma Bo$$, which is currently racking up 262,151 views and over 28,000 likes on YouTube. It has also received positive reviews for its fresh Americana and Country R&B concept, riding at the back of the popular musical trend. Taking centre stage was none other than group leader Lingling, donning a denim vest, cowboy hat and riding a horse. She radiates youthful charm and lively energy, while alongside her, KIIRAS members captivate viewers with dynamic choreography and colourful styling. A promotional video was uploaded weeks prior, which featured singer-actor Eum Moon-suk and Seo In-guk, whom K-drama fans might recognise from Death's Game (2023) or the South Korean reality-documentary show Law of the Jungle. The official teaser for the music video was released shortly after, further building anticipation ahead of the full release. The music video was supposed to be a pre-release, but it changed to a debut, and it continues to gain views and spark conversations on social media, as fans eagerly await what's next for this newly formed six-member girl group. Together with Lingling, the full line-up of KIIRAS — Harin, Kurumi, Kylie, Doyeon, and Roah — was officially announced earlier this month, and they have since performed the song in M Countdown, the weekly music show at Korean broadcaster Mnet.
New Straits Times
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Malaysia's Alicia Wong is leader of K-pop group KIIRAS
SEOUL: Malaysia's Alicia Wong Lingling is now making waves as the country's first leader of a K-pop girl group. The 20-year-old from Klang was recently named as the leader and lead singer of South Korea's latest girl group KIIRAS. Fluent in Malay, English, Mandarin and Korean, Wong is a fan of girl group 2NE1 and trained under YG Entertainment, one of South Korea's most prestigious talent agencies, She first gained widespread attention as the only Southeast Asian contestant on the South Korean reality show I-LAND 2: N/A. Her motto, "I will work hard to become the first female idol from Malaysia" resonated with fans, along with her endearing personality. After her elimination from the show in one of its weekly contests, Wong signed with South Korean entertainment agency LeanBranding. She later teased an upcoming girl group on her personal Instagram, revealing it would feature a six-member line-up namely Harin, 17, Kurumi, 18, Kylie, 16, Doyeon, 16, Roah, 13 and herself. It was also revealed that South Korean singer-songwriter SAAY — formerly of the girl group EvoL — would be producing the group's debut album and overseeing vocal training. DEEZ, a renowned K-pop producer known for his work with EXO, Red Velvet, and NCT, will also help to produce the group's debut track. KIIRAS is set to debut on May 29, with updates to be shared on their official social media channel.
