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The Sun
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
‘Tomyam Malaysia' restaurant opens in India, goes viral
The name 'Tomyam Malaysia' has recently gone viral on TikTok after an Indian national recently set up his restaurant featuring Malaysian and Thai cuisine concepts in his country. In a video posted by TikTok user it shows the Indian national presenting his restaurant located in Panaikulam, Tamil Nadu and its similar to mamak restaurant offerings to a friend. Speaking in Tamil, the man says among his offerings which he picked up while working in Malaysia include apam balik, rojak, satay, mee sotong, nasi lemak ayam goreng berempah, mee goreng and 'tomyam sup' among others. The restaurateur also was proud to showcase his offering of fresh seafood such as prawns, crab, fish and squid which is ready to be grilled and dashed with the iconic 'sambal' with 'sambal belacan' available as condiment. Through the comments section, many people expressed pride that Malaysian dishes were being brought to India and presented in Bahasa Malaysia. TikTok user itsmelaila20 said: 'Malaysian food rules.' While user cikti said: 'He truly brought back a whole Malaysian menu, having been in Malaysia for a long time, (he will probably) add nasi kerabu, nasi dagang, nasi ambeng and all types of laksa into his menu.' User amydin123 said: 'Wow there is satay. Good luck bro. Keep (your restaurant) clean, it will surely be successful.'
BusinessToday
14 hours ago
- Business
- BusinessToday
TVB Charts New Course in Malaysia's Streaming Era
TVB, the Hong Kong-based broadcasting giant, is sharpening its focus on the Malaysian market as it navigates the evolving landscape of the entertainment industry. In a recent interview with BusinessToday, Desmond S.H. Chan, General Manager of TVBI Company Limited (TVBI), the overseas arm of TVB outlined the broadcaster's strategies, challenges, and ambitions as it seeks to deepen its presence among Malaysian audiences. Chan highlighted several hurdles facing the company, chief among them piracy and economic downturns. 'Unlike Hong Kong, where we are a free-to-air broadcaster relying on advertising, our Malaysian service is subscription-based. If viewers turn to illegal set-top boxes, we lose a crucial source of income needed to sustain our business here,' Chan explained. Meeting Challenges with Strategic Shifts He also cited the rise of alternative entertainment options and changing viewer habits, particularly among younger generations, as significant challenges. This includes investing in social media strategies and partnering with both its own artists and local Malaysian influencers. TVBI is working to enhance the viewing experience by introducing subtitles in Bahasa Malaysia and English, which are currently available on the TVB Xing He channel- ensuring that programming resonates across ethnic lines. Despite these challenges, TVBI is positioning itself for long-term growth by leveraging four core strengths: a vast library of intellectual property built since 1967; an established global distribution network; a wide roster of contracted artists; and robust in-house production capabilities. These assets allow TVBI to adapt its content into new formats such as short-form dramas and e-sports integrations, while also exploring new revenue streams through licensing and brand collaborations. Nurturing the Market and Building Cross-Border Careers Market-wise, TVB identifies Malaysia as one of its primary overseas markets due to the sizable Cantonese-speaking Chinese population, which mirrors Hong Kong's demographics. Many Malaysian viewers are already familiar with TVB's content, often crediting the broadcaster's dramas for their fluency in Cantonese. With local production costs being lower than in Hong Kong, TVB sees Malaysia as a strategic location for both audience expansion and operational efficiency. Looking ahead, TVB is keen to nurture local talent and foster cross-border opportunities. Chan cited the recent success of a Malaysian contestant Rax Teh in TVB's 'Midlife, Sing & Shine!' competition, who has since been signed as a management artist and is being groomed for an international music career. 'Malaysia has many talented performers. What they often lack is a platform to showcase their skills beyond national borders. TVB can provide that platform through our global network,' he said. Chan concluded with a call for audience support, urging viewers to choose legitimate TVB services over illegal alternatives. Related
The Star
20 hours ago
- Health
- The Star
Kelantan village in decade-long comms blackout
Compiled by BENJAMIN LEE , and R. ARAVINTHAN NEARLY 1,000 residents of a village in Gua Musang, Kelantan, have been deprived of all telecommunications for over a decade, after the breakdown of a local signal tower, which has yet to be repaired, reported Kosmo! The residents of Kampung Sungai Relai reported that they have had to travel 15km from their village each day, in order to get mobile or Internet coverage. Razak Jali, 38, said that before 2014, the tower built on a hill at the edge of Jalan Gua Musang-Kuala Berang functioned well. He believed the tower had been damaged by irresponsible individuals. 'We have to leave the area and go to the roadside along Jalan Gua Musang-Kuala Krai or head to Felda Chiku just to get a phone signal or Internet coverage. 'The lack of phone and Internet access has made life difficult for us, especially in emergency situations,' he said. > The troubles of a mother of five in Johor Baru worsened when she was diagnosed with cancer, the daily also reported. Nur Hafizah Omar, 37, said she learnt that she has stage three cervical cancer after undergoing a biopsy at Sultan Ismail Hospital early last year. 'I was advised to undergo a hysterectomy to remove the uterus in addition to chemotherapy to prevent the cancer from spreading to other organs. But due to financial constraints, I couldn't proceed with the treatment. 'Even though I've received some financial aid, it's not enough to cover the full cost of treatment,' she said, adding that she only takes traditional herbs and remedies to manage the pain. Her husband, Mohd Asri Ali, 39, currently only takes home RM800 a month as a cleaner, which is barely enough to meet the daily needs of their children, aged 14, 10, eight, five, and two. (The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a >, it denotes a separate news item.)
The Star
20 hours ago
- The Star
Marriage on the rocks after river selfie
Compiled by BENJAMIN LEE , and R. ARAVINTHAN A THREE-MONTH marriage took a shocking turn, with the wife accused of attempting to murder her husband by pushing him into the Krishna River in Karnataka, reported Malaysia Nanban. The couple, identified as Thatappa, 29, and Kanthamma, 27, were visiting the river when the alleged attack occurred. After taking several selfies together, Thatappa reportedly climbed onto a retaining wall at his wife's urging. According to Thatappa, he was then suddenly pushed into the raging river. His desperate cries for help caught the attention of other visitors, who quickly came to his aid. Upon his rescue, a confrontation ensued, as he accused his wife of trying to kill him. He then filed a police report against her. Authorities are investigating whether marital disputes serve as a potential motive behind the alleged murder attempt. (The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a >, it denotes a separate news item.)
The Star
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Granny spends big in lavish livestream shopping spree
Compiled by BENJAMIN LEE , and R. ARAVINTHAN A 70-YEAR-OLD woman from Henan province, China dedicated nearly all her waking hours to watching livestreamers, resulting in an extravagant expenditure of 200,000 yuan (RM118,726) on jade jewellery, porcelain and health supplements in just three months. Her daughter suspected that the livestreamers had marketed their products to the elderly, China Press reported. The daughter, known only by her surname Wang, decided to check out these livestreams. She discovered that these sellers claimed their goods were being sold below market price. Her mother ignored her advice to not make such purchases. 'When they appreciate in value, I will leave all of them to you someday,' the mother said. Authorities have since taken Wang's report and launched an investigation into online sellers. > Singaporean singer JJ Lin shocked fans when he revealed that he has a heart condition and that he will be taking a break, the daily also reported. Lin, 44, made the announcement during his concert on July 13 in Beijing – the final stop of his JJ20 Final Lap World Tour. He had been diagnosed with heart disease in April last year and was taking medication. 'For the first time, I feel the sands of time flowing faster. How much longer can I sing? I told myself that even if my heartbeat becomes irregular, I will continue to work hard,' he said. Fans pointed out that Lin appeared to be in pain during the show and was seen clutching his abdomen during his performance of No Turning Back that evening. In spite of his condition, Lin completed all 103 concerts in his world tour. (The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a >, it denotes a separate news item.)
