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YoungStarz Tour Unearths Three Young Malaysian Singers
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YoungStarz Tour Unearths Three Young Malaysian Singers

From Utusan Malaysia · (1d ago) Malay Positive tone

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The YoungStarz Tour (YST) Radio Lagu Hits 2026 singing competition has begun its school tour in Malaysia, aiming to discover young talent.
  • Haieqal Daienish, 16, won the competition, with Haifa Sufiya, 13, taking second place, and Syafi Rayyan, 16, securing third.
  • The event, a collaboration between Sony Music Entertainment Malaysia and MindOrder Sdn Bhd, is planned to continue in other Malaysian states.

The YoungStarz Tour (YST) Radio Lagu Hits 2026 marks a significant initiative by Sony Music Entertainment Malaysia and MindOrder Sdn Bhd to unearth and nurture the next generation of Malaysian singing sensations. The inaugural school tour, held at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Putrajaya Presint 18 (1), has already showcased impressive talent, with 16-year-old Haieqal Daienish clinching the top spot.

This is the first time a singing competition organized by an artist management company and a record label has been held in a school. It is a smart and effective idea to approach teenagers who are talented in singing.

— NaqiuNaqiu, representing MindOrder Sdn Bhd, commented on the initiative's effectiveness in reaching young talent.

This competition is more than just a talent search; it's a platform designed to connect with and inspire young Malaysians. As Naqiu, representing MindOrder Sdn Bhd, highlighted, bringing the competition directly into schools is a strategic move to reach budding artists. The overwhelming response, with over 200 initial entries, underscores the immense talent pool waiting to be discovered within our educational institutions.

We also did not expect more than 200 students to send in entries through the social media platform, but only 18 managed to pass the screening stage to compete today.

— NaqiuNaqiu expressed surprise at the high number of participants.

Kidd Santhe's involvement further emphasizes the event's role in promoting healthy activities and fostering a competitive spirit among youth, aligning with national goals for a more competitive generation. The tour's expansion to other states like Johor, Melaka, Pahang, Pulau Pinang, and Kelantan promises to spread this positive engagement across the nation. This initiative is a testament to Malaysia's commitment to developing its creative industry and providing avenues for young artists to shine.

I am very satisfied with their performances. They are all talented and have the potential to become professional entertainers one day.

— NaqiuNaqiu praised the contestants' performances.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.