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The Star
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Bunga Citra Lestari hails Jaclyn Victor as Asia's best vocalist
BCL (centre) at the launch of her concert in Kuala Lumpur recently. – BERNAMA filepic KUALA LUMPUR: Not once did Bunga Citra Lestari ever imagine that her dream of sharing the stage with Asia's powerhouse vocalist, Jaclyn Victor, would finally come true. But it is now becoming a reality for the celebrated Indonesian star, widely known as BCL. Having long admired the vocal strength of the first Malaysian Idol winner, BCL said she could not contain her excitement when the Gemilang singer finally agreed to perform at her concert this September. At a recent press conference here to announce her BCL: Eternal Love – Timeless Romance concert, BCL described the opportunity to share the stage with Jaclyn as "deeply meaningful and a great honour'. ALSO READ: Indonesian diva and pop princess Bunga Citra Lestari all set to bring her love tunes to KLCC on Sept 27 "I've actually been a fan of Jaclyn for a long time. When she started singing at this event (the press conference), I nearly cried. "She has a powerful yet gentle voice. I think she is one of the greatest singers in Asia," she said. Organised by Pulse Project Asia, the concert will take the audience and fans on a journey through BCL's musical career, featuring a collection of love songs and meaningful ballads. The show will be held at the Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, on Sept 27. Declaring that she cannot wait to meet her fans in Malaysia again after her last visit in 2023 for her Blossom Intimate Concert, BCL said her upcoming performance will not only be about music but also the emotional connection between Indonesia and Malaysia. "I'm honestly very nervous because I'll be surrounded by such talented people. "But I hope this concert will bring the two countries closer together and create a fun and meaningful experience for everyone," she said. Meanwhile, Jaclyn said she was touched upon learning that BCL was a fan. "I honestly didn't know whether she even knew who I was. We've met a few times, but never really had a proper conversation," she said. Jaclyn, who has won numerous awards, including at the Eighth Shanghai Asia Music Festival, said when she received the invitation to sing at BCL's concert about a month or two ago, she agreed without hesitation out of respect for the Indonesian singer's stature in the regional music industry. "She's a big name, not just in Indonesia but also in Malaysia. So why not? In fact, I really like the concept of her show," she said. As for the songs she will be performing, she said discussions are still ongoing and she has not received any specific song requests from the organisers. Malaysian electric violinist and music producer Dennis Lau will also appear as a guest performer. – Bernama
Hype Malaysia
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
(Video) 'Is That Malaysian Idol Saiful?': Netizens Question Singer's Gender Identity Following Viral Post
When entering a televised national singing competition, even if you don't win, you can still gain a certain level of fame simply by being a contestant on the reality programme. That being said, it's also natural for fans to wonder what those former contestants have been doing after all these years, if they haven't been active in the industry. You can imagine many were surprised when one Malaysian Idol contestant went viral recently for their gender identity. Over the long weekend, TikTok user Patricia Porsild posted a video that appeared to show a karaoke session during the Gawai celebration. Although the uploader did not reveal the identity of the singer, many recognised her as Saiful Safrin from Malaysian Idol. What also made the performer's identity clear was the fact that she was heard singing her own song, 'Ku Juga Mencintai Dirimu'. The TikTok user later confirmed that it was indeed Saiful Safrin by liking comments from netizens who had correctly guessed the singer's identity. As expected, the video went viral, with many wondering what had happened to the former Malaysian Idol contestant — and whether they had indeed transitioned. Shortly after the clip was posted, Saiful, who reportedly now goes by Saifulina, responded to the comments they had been receiving. According to Gempak, the singer said that the backlash would eventually subside: 'Whenever I receive criticism from netizens, I just pray for the best. Everyone has their flaws; we don't know how our story ends. People will only see the bad side but refuse to acknowledge what really matters,' she stated. She also spoke to mStar, revealing that she had been struggling with her gender identity even before competing on Malaysian Idol. This isn't the first time Saifulina has made headlines regarding her possible transition. Back in 2017, the singer clarified that she still identified as male after a photo of her went viral. It's clear that she has come a long way since then, now that she has chosen to disregard what others think of her. Watch the recent viral clip below: Sources: TikTok, Gempak, mStar, MediaHiburan, YouTube What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
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New Straits Times
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: After six years, Jaclyn becomes a wife again [WATCH]
KUALA LUMPUR: Singer Jaclyn Victor has remarried, six years after being a divorcee. The 47-year-old award-winning artiste is believed to have chosen lecturer Calvin T Samuel as her husband. The happy news was shared by singer Shila Amzah on her Instagram account yesterday "Today, you begin a beautiful new chapter. A journey of love, laughter, and ever after. "From Malaysian Idol days to this radiant bride, I stand with pride and joy by your side. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shila Amzah 茜拉 (@shahilaamzah) "May your heart always feel at home in his, and your days be filled with wedded bliss," she wrote. Shila added: "To @calvintsamuel please take good care of my sis, we all love her dearly. Happy wedding, my forever sis and bro." The accompanying photos featured Jaclyn looking elegant in a white dress and Calvin in a stylish full suit. The couple's wedding ceremony was a private affair held in a grand hall, with only family and close friends in attendance. Aside from Shilah, the celebrity guests included Datuk Ramli MS, Tomok, Nikki Palikat, Marsha Milan, Siti Nordiana, Dina Nadzir, Che Puan Sarimah Ibrahim, Anuar Zain, and Hael Husaini. The powerhouse performer, whose full name is Jaclyn Joshua Thanaraj Victor, was previously married to American singer Shawn Rivera in July 2014, but their marriage ended five years later.
Independent Singapore
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Independent Singapore
In a private ceremony, Jaclyn Victor weds her long-time partner, Calvin T. Samuel
MALAYSIA: Jaclyn Victor, the Malaysian Idol winner, recently experienced a happy moment. Besides releasing some new music, she recently tied the knot with her long-time boyfriend, Calvin T. Samuel, as reported by Hype . At first, the singer kept her partner's identity under wraps. However, she did admit that her children had started to accept him as part of the family, even at the beginning of their relationship. Photo: Instagram/Jaclyn Victor Apparently, only close friends and family knew about the wedding as Victor has never publicly disclosed any information about the ceremony or even her engagement. Anyway, the happy event was shared by her friends, and here is what happened: Victor tied the knot with Calvin T. Samuel this past weekend. He's a director and executive coach at Wadadli Ltd. and a lecturer. Celebrity guest list The intimate ceremony, held at a secret location, was attended by friends and family. The celebrity guest list included Shila Amzah, Marsha Milan, Atilia Haron, Salamiah Hassan, Ning Baizura, Anuar Zain, and Ziana Zain. Many of Jaclyn's friends captured special moments from the ceremony, like when she walked down the aisle and she and Calvin exchanged their promises and said 'I do.' Of course, no wedding is complete without pictures, and all the celebrity guests made sure to grab some photos with the happy couple. Touching messages Some of them left touching messages, wishing the newlyweds a lasting marriage. 'From Malaysian Idol days to this radiant bride, I stand with pride and joy by your side. To @calvintsamuel, please take good care of my sis — we all love her dearly 🙏🏼,' wrote Shila Amzah. 'What a glorious day! Our beautiful goddess @jaclyn_victor has found her king, Calvin @calvintsamuel. May God bless you both and grant you a great adventure ahead. May you always love each other and be each other's strength and pillar for life,' wrote Ning Baizura, congratulating her dear friends. Fans congratulated Jaclyn and her husband on their nuptials in heartfelt replies to the posts. 'Asia's Divette' Jaclyn Victor (born on Dec 4, 1978) is a highly accomplished Malaysian singer, actress, and businesswoman. She rose to fame by winning the first season of Malaysian Idol in 2004. She is known for her powerful vocals and has been dubbed 'Asia's Divette.' She is considered a legend in Malaysia. Victor was previously married to Shawn Rivera, an American singer. They got married on Jul 19, 2014, but divorced in January 2020 after five years . They have two children : a son named Jonah Joshiah Rivera and a daughter named Molly Marguerite Rivera .
The Star
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Singer Jaclyn Victor marries Methodist minister in intimate ceremony
Malaysian Idol winner Jaclyn Victor married Calvin T. Samuel over the weekend witnessed by family and friends. Photo: Shila Amzah/Instagram Malaysian Idol winner Jaclyn Victor married Calvin T. Samuel over the weekend. The happy news was shared by fellow singer Shila Amzah on Instagram, where she posted photos from the wedding ceremony. According to a report by mStar – The Star 's Malay-language portal – it was a private affair attended only by family members and close friends. Among the celebrities present were Datuk Ramli MS, Tomok, Nikki Palikat, Dina Nadzir, Anuar Zain, Hael Husaini, Marsha Milan, Siti Nordiana, Vince Chong, as well as Shila and her husband, Ubai. In the caption, Shila conveyed her happiness on her friend's 'beautiful new chapter'in a 'journey of love, laughter and ever after'. 'From Malaysian Idol days to this radiant bride; I stand with pride and joy by your side; May your heart always feel at home in his, And your days be filled with wedded bliss.' 'To @calvintsamuel, pleaseeee take good care of my sis – we all love her dearly,' she added. Meanwhile, Chong also shared photos of the celebration on his Instagram, stating: "What a beautiful night of celebrating the union of two beautiful souls …' According to the profile on Samuel's Instagram, he is a certified professional coach and Methodist minister who served at Essex towns in England. This is the 46-year-old singer's second marriage. She was previously married to Shawn Rivera, an American singer and former member of the 1990s vocal group Az Yet. They finalised the divorce in January 2020 after five years of marriage. They share two children together – Jonah and Molly. View this post on Instagram A post shared by JACLYN VICTOR (@jaclyn_victor)
