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Indonesian showcase Latihan Pestapora Malaysia lights up Bukit Jalil with rhythm, unity, and nostalgia
The Bukit Jalil National Stadium roared with thousands of music enthusiasts from across Malaysia and Indonesia at 'Latihan Pestapora Malaysia 2025' — a mega music festival co-organised by renowned event management label, Hitman Solutions and Boss Creator, held this weekend.
Conceptualised as a 'latihan' or 'training ground' ahead of Pestapora that is taking place in Jakarta from 5-7th September 2025, this milestone event made history as a collaborative platform bringing together celebrated Malaysian and Indonesian artists.
Featuring over 25 live acts across two grand stages, the festival showcased the rich variety of regional music genres that are fast gaining international recognition.
The Long-Awaited Return – Sheila On 7
The most anticipated moment during the festival was undoubtedly the long-awaited return of Sheila On 7, performing in Malaysia for the first time in over a decade.
The crowd erupted in song and emotion as the legendary band from Yogyakarta delivered a lineup of timeless hits, including "Dan, Melompat Lebih Tinggi, Sephia, Kita, Sahabat Sejati", and more.
The thunderous cheers that accompanied the opening chords of their first song were proof of the unwavering loyalty and love Malaysian fans still hold for the band.
A Star-Studded Festival-Grade Line-Up
Latihan Pestapora Malaysia 2025 brought together an exciting mix of Malaysian and Indonesian acts, cutting across genres like pop, rock, hip-hop, indie, and dangdut — creating one of the most inclusive and diverse music events of the year.
Over 25 performances took place across two main stages, the Main Stage and the other called 'Hingar Bingar' featuring: .Feast, Hindia, Nadin Amizah, Barasuara X Efek Rumah Kaca, Bittersweet, Bunkface, Dolla, Pamungkas, Feel Koplo, Kunto Aji, Salammusik, Sheila on 7, Alvn, Aziz Harun, DJ CZA, Dukes, Elva Suyan, Fahimi, Empty Page, Gaston Pong, Ismail Izzani, Julia Duclos, Killa Driz, Lil J, Naki, Sonaone, and Yonnyboii.
Organisers' Commitment & Vision
According to Rohit Rampal, CEO of Hitman Solutions, the success of this event proves Malaysia is more than capable of hosting large-scale international music festivals: "Bringing Latihan Pestapora to Malaysia is a major milestone. It's not just a production achievement but a cultural success.
"We've successfully brought an international festival IP to Malaysia, giving both local and international fans a chance to experience it on home soil."
He added that although coordinating the needs of over 25 regional and international artists came with its own set of challenges, they were overcome thanks to close teamwork and strong strategic partnerships.
Meanwhile, Kiki Ucup, Festival Director of Pestapora & Co-founder of Boss Creator, described the festival as an important cultural movement: "We've seen how Malaysian fans travel to Jakarta every year for Pestapora.
"Now it's time we bring that 'latihan' experience here, so Malaysians can feel the magic too. This is more than a concert — it's about building community and regional solidarity."
The Uniqueness Of 'Latihan Pestapora Malaysia 2025'
While preserving the original spirit and concept of Jakarta's Pestapora, the Malaysian edition added its own unique touch — a platform for rising and alternative local acts, a curated selection of Malaysian food vendors, interactive activities, and insta-worthy zones designed for audiences of all ages.
Latihan Pestapora Malaysia -- Future Annual Festival In Malaysia
Given the overwhelming turnout and glowing feedback from fans and media, the organisers have expressed strong intentions to make Latihan Pestapora Malaysia an annual event.
"We believe this is just the beginning. With such incredible support, we're excited to scale up and create even more opportunities for cross-cultural collaboration," said Rohit.
"Latihan Pestapora Malaysia 2025 was not just a music festival — it was a cultural movement uniting music, spirit, and identity between two brotherly nations. With thousands of passionate fans in attendance, the event proved Malaysia is ready to become a regional hub for world-class music festivals."
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