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Controversy Surrounding Ed Sheeran's Concert in Malaysia Sparks Debate

British pop star - concert controversy - Ed Sheeran - Fahmi Fadzil - Jakim - LGBT rights - Malaysia - PAS - Penang Mufti

A debate over the approval for Ed Sheeran's concert in Malaysia has ignited differing opinions among government and religious leaders.

The controversy surrounding Ed Sheeran's concert in Malaysia has stirred up a debate among various factions. Penang Mufti Datuk Seri Wan Salim Mohd Noor urged the government to cancel the concert permit, citing concerns. However, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil confirmed that the concert will proceed as scheduled, emphasizing the thorough vetting process by all agencies involved.

While Foreign artists like Ed Sheeran usually undergo review by the Malaysian Islamic Development, PAS, an Islamist Opposition party, urged the government to ban artists supporting LGBT rights. Despite calls for cancellation, Fahmi reiterated that the concert would proceed as planned.

In an interesting twist, Ed Sheeran's luxurious lifestyle also made headlines, with his Brooklyn condo renting at a staggering $38,000 a month. Amid the controversy, music and lifestyle enthusiasts in Malaysia are gearing up for a vibrant year with promising events ahead.

The debate over Ed Sheeran's concert in Malaysia has sparked divided opinions, from religious concerns to artistic freedom, reflecting the diverse cultural landscape of the country.

In a lighter note, Sum 41's closing tour and Ed Sheeran's extravagant rental in Brooklyn provide contrast to the serious discussions, adding a touch of entertainment to the ongoing debate.

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Penang Mufti urges government to cancel Ed Sheeran concert (The Star Online)

GEORGE TOWN: Penang Mufti Datuk Seri Wan Salim Mohd Noor has urged the government to cancel the permit for a concert by pop star Ed Sheeran, who is a known ...

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Fahmi: Ed Sheeran concert will proceed [NSTTV] (New Straits Times Online)

PUTRAJAYA: The concert featuring British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran on Feb 24 will proceed as scheduled at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium.

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Malaysia says no change in approval for Ed Sheeran concert amid ... (South China Morning Post)

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said thorough vetting was done by all the agencies involved in granting permission for the event.

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Fahmi: As part of Puspal, Jakim would have reviewed Ed Sheeran ... (Malay Mail)

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 31 โ€” Performance applications by foreign artists, including Ed Sheeran, would have already been reviewed by the Malaysian Islamic Development ...

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Ed Sheeran concert to proceed, Puspal greenlit: minister (Malaysiakini)

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has assured that the concert by British pop star Ed Sheeran will go on as scheduled.

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From Ed Sheeran's tour to Sum 41's swansong, here are five big ... (Malay Mail)

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 1 โ€” 2024 is quickly shaping up to be an eventful year for music and lifestyle enthusiasts in Malaysia.AdvertisementAdvertisement Here are ...

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Ed Sheeran's Brooklyn Condo Is Renting for $38000 a Month (Architectural Digest)

When the singer-songwriter lived in the waterfront pad last year, it was the most expensive rental in the NYC borough.

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Ed Sheeran Concert Can Proceed, Says Comms Minister (The Rakyat Post)

According to Fahmi Fadzil, the application for the concert has been reviewed by JAKIM before being approved.

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Say no to Ed Sheeran's KL concert if you're really against LGBT ... (The Borneo Post)

KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 1): Malaysia's Islamist Opposition party today called on the Anwar administration to ban artistes who support the lesbian, gay, ...

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Malaysian Islamic party urges government to cancel Ed Sheeran ... (TODAY)

KUALA LUMPUR โ€” The Malaysian Islamic Party (PAS) on Thursday (Feb 1) called on the Anwar administration to ban artistes who support the lesbian, gay, ...

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No change to approval status for Ed Sheeran concert, says Fahmi (The Star Online)

PUTRAJAYA: There is no change in the approval status for the upcoming Ed Sheeran concert in Kuala Lumpur for now, says Fahmi Fadzil.

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PAS not opposed to all concerts, says S'gor Youth leader (Malaysiakini)

Amid PAS' calls for the government to call off British pop star Ed Sheeran's upcoming concert, a party leader has claimed that the Islamist party is not ...

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