vivo Malaysia is sponsoring the latest entertainment programme on TV3, “Terpaling Juara”, where Malaysians unleash their talents on screen. “Terpaling Juara” is an entertainment programme that will see legendary singers compete with new talents under the guidance of three past Juara Lagu Anugerah winners to win the title of “Terpaling Juara”. The programme begins on 21 August 2022, broadcast live every Sunday from Sri Pentas 2 studio, Plaza Alam Sentral, from 9.00pm to 10.30pm.
Commenting on the sponsorship, Mike Xu, the Chief Executive Officer of vivo Malaysia, said: “vivo is always about encouraging people to create, have fun and explore by offering them products that brings ‘Joy of Humanity’. We are excited to partner with TV3 in sponsoring the “Terpaling Juara” programme, bringing joy and fun to all participants and supporters. Through this programme, we hope to see more young local talents expressing their best self, with the nation cheering them on and witness the rise of local stars.”
According to Puan Nini Yusof, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Media Prima Television Network, “TV3 is very pleased to introduce a new entertainment programme concept. I am very confident in the ability of the production workforce to produce quality and entertaining TV programmes. For sure, “Terpaling Juara” will find a place in the hearts of TV3’s loyal viewers and Malaysians as a whole.”
“Terpaling Juara” pits 3 captains along with 6 contestants over 8 weeks. Akim Ahmad (Champion of Song 30 – Portrait), Hael Husaini (Champion of Song 32 – Jampi & Champion of Song 33 – Haram), and Naim Daniel (Champion of Song 34 – Sumpah), who are talented singers, songwriters and lyricists, and also the winner of “Juara Lagu” trophy at the most prestigious award “Anugerah Juara Lagu”, will take on the task of captain, guiding a legendary singer and a new star to make a successful weekly show themed #playlistAJL. AJL’s popular songs will be given a new lease of life and are sure to evoke the nostalgia of “Terpaling Juara” viewers! Who will be named “Terpaling Juara” and take home a cash prize of RM100,000?
Ifa Raziah, Hazami and Rahmad Mega, three big names who are popular with their respective music genres have taken up the challenge to make a paradigm shift in their singing careers. Ifa Raziah is known as a dangdut singer, Hazami’s vocals are soft in singing ballad songs and Rahmad Mega is a rock singer who once performed on the final stage of AJL. What is their secret weapon in winning this programme, can they survive to compete with the new stars?
Shaz (Shazreen Shaharum, 26 years old), Aqmal (Aqmal Ramdan, 26 years old) and Aqeesh (Aqeesh Aleeya, 18 years old), were selected through an audition that took place from 2 – 3 July 2022. Out of a total of 380 participants from the audition session, Shaz, Aqmal and Aqeesh managed to secure their ticket to “Terpaling Juara”. How will they fare against a line-up of more experienced senior singers?
“Terpaling Juara” features Haziq Hussni and Shiha Zikir as hosts while Datuk Hattan and Fauziah Latiff will be the regular judges. To be broadcasted for 8 episodes, “Terpaling Juara” opens the arena with an introduction concert – six contestants perform before the 3 captains, who will then announce their 2 chosen contestants. The Most Valuable Winner will take home a prize of RM100,000, while the runner-up will win RM50,000 and the third winner will receive RM30,000.
“Terpaling Juara” features vivo as the main sponsor, Nivea as a co-sponsor, Hot FM as the official radio partner, Berita Harian and Harian Metro as the official media partner as well as Xtra and Oh Bulan! as a digital friend.