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Hype Malaysia
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
(Video) Are Malaysian Men The Most Handsome In Asia According To Japanese Women?
Move over K-pop oppas — there's a new heartthrob in town, and he might just be your average Malaysian guy or even a lorry driver. In a now-viral street interview, two Japanese women were asked which Asian men they found the most attractive. Without hesitation, they crowned Malaysian men as the most handsome in the region. Not only did Malaysia top their list, but our men also beat out South Korea despite the K-wave and other usual heavyweights like the Philippines and Indonesia. Their unexpected choice has sparked waves of pride (and playful disbelief) across Malaysian social media. One would ponder, what makes Malaysian men so appealing? According to the women, it's all about facial features. 'I like their face shape,' one of them said confidently. Her friend agreed, adding, 'I saw Malaysian guys on TikTok, and they looked very charming.' It seems that TikTok has become a global window into the everyday lives of people worldwide, and Malaysian men have somehow gotten picked up by the algorithm gods. Whether it's their style, confidence, or natural good looks, these TikTok cameos are leaving a mark far beyond our borders. Their answer, of course, quickly stirred reactions from Malaysian netizens who were thrilled to hear the unexpected praise. One user commented, 'We really are handsome — just born in the wrong country.' Another asked, 'Which Malaysian guys are they seeing on TikTok? Share the usernames!' Some netizens even brought up Syihan Hazmi, the Malaysian footballer who once went viral in South Korea for his striking good looks during an international match. One user quipped, 'Remember during the Malaysia vs Korea match? Syihan instantly became famous in Korea. We've been iconic since then.' If hot Malaysian men are going to be a thing, the era of Abangs taking over TikTok is upon us (here's hoping). Either way, this light-hearted moment was a nice treat and ego boost; it's not every day that Malaysians become top of something. So, to the Malaysian men out there: keep doing you. Someone, somewhere in Japan, is swooning over your TikToks — and the rest of the world might be next. Do you think Malaysian men are the next hotcakes? Watch the viral clip below: Source: TikTok Gan contributed to this article.
New Straits Times
26-04-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
JDT complete triple quadruple with Malaysia Cup triumph
KUALA LUMPUR: Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) battled to a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Sri Pahang in the Malaysia Cup final to retain their title at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil on Saturday. The win saw the Southern Tigers complete a historic triple quadruple, having already secured the Super League, FA Cup and Charity Shield this season, in front of nearly 56,000 fans. It was Sri Pahang who struck first, with T. Saravanan pouncing on a rebound off JDT goalkeeper Syihan Hazmi to fire the Elephants into a surprise lead in the 14th minute. However, Fandi Ahmad's side were dealt a major blow just 20 minutes later. Midfielder Sergio Aguero was sent off after picking up two yellow cards in quick succession — the second for a reckless challenge on JDT's Heberty Fernandes in the 35th minute — forcing Sri Pahang to play the remainder of the match with 10 men. They clung onto their slender lead at half-time. JDT coach Hector Bidoglio made a double change after the break, bringing on Romel Morales and Iker Martinez for Natxo Insa and Juan Muniz. The move shifted the momentum. In the 54th minute, after a collision between Oscar Arribas and Azrif Nasrulhaq, referee Razlan Joffri Ali awarded a penalty following a lengthy VAR review. Bergson da Silva calmly slotted home from the spot to level the score, making up for an earlier disallowed goal for offside. Parity in numbers was restored just three minutes later when JDT's Park Jun Heong was sent off for a second bookable offence after bringing down Mykola Ahapov. With both sides down to 10 men, the Southern Tigers pressed relentlessly. The breakthrough came in the 74th minute when Arif Aiman Hanapi fired home the winner, sealing JDT's comeback and etching their name once again in Malaysian football history.
