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New Straits Times
7 days ago
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#SHOWBIZ: Norman denies reports of GenKRU concert cancellation in Penang
KUALA LUMPUR: KRU member Datuk Norman Abdul Halim has issued a clarification to address media reports about the supposed cancellation of the GenKRU Concert in Penang. In a video statement released yesterday, Norman explained that KRU never officially announced or launched ticket sales for any GenKRU-branded concert in Penang or any other state. "I would like to clarify the media reports quoting what was said about the cancellation of the GenKRU Concert in Penang," he said. "We did have the intention of staging GenKRU concerts in several states. However, after reviewing the technical aspects and feasibility, we decided to drop the idea." He further explained that it wasn't a specific concert that was cancelled, but rather the intention to hold a GenKRU-branded show in Penang. Norman emphasised that the performance at Axiata Arena in May was a unique event that could not simply be replicated. "Let the GenKRU Concert at Axiata Arena be remembered for its unique and special experience for the fans who attended," he added, noting that the concert was recorded and will be aired. Norman also revealed that the trio is currently reviewing the format and content for shows outside Kuala Lumpur. "However, this project will be under a different brand, not GenKRU. We don't want to disappoint fans or invite comparisons to our Axiata Arena concert," he said. He stressed that if another GenKRU-branded concert were to happen, it would have to be bigger than the Axiata Arena show. "We are thinking of what's best for our fans and we don't want to let anyone down. Wait for our official announcements, and don't rely on rumours. What matters is hearing it from an official source," he said.
New Straits Times
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
GenKRU earns Malaysia Book of Records fame
KUALA LUMPUR: KRU Group and Icon Entertainment (M) Sdn Bhd made history by receiving two recognitions from The Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR) following the successful staging of the GenKRU 2025 Concert. The four-night concert held at Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil was recognised in two categories: Most Shows in a Single Concert Series and Most Concert Tickets Sold Out in an Hour. The recognition was awarded to KRU for their performances on May 3, 4, 10 and 11, which drew more than 30,000 spectators, while Icon Entertainment was acknowledged for successfully selling 8,000 tickets within one hour. Communications Ministry deputy secretary-general (strategic communications and creative industry) Nik Kamaruzaman Nik Husin and Perbadanan Stadium Malaysia chief executive officer Iliyas Jamil witnessed the certificate presentations, handed over by MBOR representative Christopher Wong to KRU and Icon Entertainment. The band's leader Datuk Norman Abdul Halim said the achievement was a form of appreciation not only to KRU personally, but to fans who turned what was initially planned as a one-night concert into a four-night event. "KRU must extend their gratitude for the unwavering support over more than three decades, which enabled the concert to be held across four nights and to receive recognition from MBOR," he said after receiving the accolade. Meanwhile, Icon Entertainment founder Iman Tang described the achievement as proof of the overwhelming support from fans for KRU and the concert. "Icon Entertainment is pleased to share this recognition with all KRU fans who made the GenKRU Concert so extraordinary, not only because tickets sold out in one hour, but also because the concert was held successfully over four nights," he said. The GenKRU Concert also featured special guest appearances by artists such as Feminin, Elite, Adam AF, AC Mizal and Abon. Meanwhile, the Communications Ministry, through a post on Facebook today, congratulated KRU and Icon Entertainment for the recognition. It said the Madani government, through the Communications Ministry, remains committed to providing continued support for the development of the country's arts, culture and creative entertainment industries. This is to strengthen a progressive and competitive industrial ecosystem, it said. – Bernama
