The many gifts of Bangladeshi cultural icon Mustafa Monwar
Mustafa Monwar was deeply dedicated to his pursuit of perfection, especially in the dance items, which were the apple of his eye, says the writer.
Arts
International arts observers on KL Festival’s cultural significance and potential
As Kuala Lumpur continues to position itself as a regional cultural capital, this may be the lasting lesson of Currents and Confluences: Festivals are not only about presenting…
Siam-ultaneously creative: how Bangkok is turning old concrete into new cultural capital
Bangkok’s creative economy is thriving through adaptive reuse, design festivals, street culture, and intellectual property, positioning Thailand as a regional hub for Asia’s…
Ancient Chinese arts find new life
From Dunhuang murals to Wudang martial arts, young people are giving ancient traditions new meaning across borders at the World Youth Development Forum.
Authentic human touch: Malaysian leather artisans put craft back into fashion
According to local artisans, leathercraft occupies an interesting space in modern fashion, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary tastes.
Retired Vietnamese teacher turns eggshells into World Cup mascots
Nguyen Thanh Tam, an eggshell artist of over 20 years, decided to once again get in on the act by making a full set of World Cup-inspired mascots along with 48 national flags…
Gamelan magic at dusk opens Kuala Lumpur’s ‘Senjakala’ traditional arts series
'Senjakala' will bring together rich traditions from Malaysia’s cultural landscape throughout a six-week period between June 19 to July 25, at TRX City Park, Kuala Lumpur.
New Grammy category could boost BTS’ chances of first win
Recording Academy introduces 'Best Asian Pop Music Performance' as part of five new categories for the 2027 awards.
Young dancers seek freedom in Korea’s growing street dance scene
As K-pop and TV propel street dance into the mainstream, Korean dancers try to keep its grassroots culture alive.
BTS shows shine light on flaws in Busan’s event management
Poor communication, pricey stays, scalping draw complaints among global BTS audience.