"If It's Against Your Beliefs, Don't Attend" – Tourism Minister Rebukes Critics of KL Rain Rave Water Festival

‘Moral harm’: Malaysia’s culture war brigade tries to hose down water festival

Kuala Lumpur’s Rain Rave Water Music Festival faces backlash from critics who argue that such vulgar imports hurt conservative values.

"If it's against your beliefs, don't attend" – Tourism Minister Rebukes Critics of KL Rain Rave Water Festival

The post “If it’s against your beliefs, don’t attend” – Tourism Minister Rebukes Critics of KL Rain Rave Water Festival appeared first on WORLD OF BUZZ. The Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC), Tiong King Sing, has called on all parties not to politicise the Rain Rave Water Music Festival, which runs from 30 April to 2 May. Speaking at a press conference after officiating the Rain Rave Water Music Festival 2026 in the capital, Tiong st…

‘Entertainment has limits’: Jawi calls Rain Rave immoral, issues advisory against festival

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 — The Federal Territories Islamic Religious Department (Jawi) has objected to the Rain Rave Water Music Festival 2026 scheduled to be held in the capital, citing concerns it could harm moral standards and social norms.Jawi director Hanifuddin Roslan said the department regretted the organisation of the event and urged the organisers to review its concept, taking into account the sensitivities of Malaysia’s multi-racial, mu…

Minister: Water festivals welcome — but only in suitable locations, don’t create disruptions

By Emily Ruran KUCHING, May 1: Water-based festivals can be organised, but their suitability depends largely on location and surrounding conditions, says Sarawak Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. Commenting on the Rain Rave Water Music Festival 2026 currently held in Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, which had drawn differing views from various parties, he said holding such events in busy comm…

Bukit Bintang water festival sparks debate over urban planning and public convenience

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads WhatsApp Telegram Abdul Karim met by reporters at the Saberkas President Cup Futsal Tournament. KUCHING (May 1): The Rain Rave Water Music Festival 2026, held in Bukit Bintang from April 30 to May 2, has ignited public discussion on the balance between entertainment and urban order, following widespread debate on social media. Commenting on the backlash surrounding the festival, Sarawak Youth, Sports and Entrepr…