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title: "JAKIM Reviewing The Weeknd’s KL Concert Over Alleged Worship-Like Visuals"
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date: 2026-11-10
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description: "JAKIM is investigating claims that The Weeknd’s recent Kuala Lumpur concerts contained elements resembling acts of worship, following concerns raised over the show’s stage visuals. The concerts were held at..."
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# JAKIM Reviewing The Weeknd’s KL Concert Over Alleged Worship-Like Visuals

## TL: DR

- **JAKIM investigates claims:** JAKIM is reviewing allegations of worship-like visuals from The Weeknd’s After Hours Til Dawn Tour at TM Stadium Nasional, Bukit Jalil on Nov 4 and 5.
- **PAS Youth questions:** PAS Youth raises concerns over a giant golden female robot figure and red-robed dancers, prompting JAKIM’s Research Division to review the concert with PUSPAL.
- **Minister Datuk Dr Zulkifli Hasan:** The Religious Affairs Minister states firm action depends on verified facts and existing laws, as the full breakdown below details the ongoing review.

**JAKIM is investigating claims that The Weeknd’s recent Kuala Lumpur concerts contained elements resembling acts of worship, following concerns raised over the show’s stage visuals.**

The concerts were held at TM Stadium Nasional in Bukit Jalil on **Nov 4 and 5** as part of The Weeknd’s After Hours Til Dawn Tour.

## Golden statue and red-robed dancers draw attention

The controversy centred on several visual elements used during the performances, including a giant golden female robot figure and dancers dressed in red hooded outfits.

![The Weeknd Concert KL 01](https://weirdkaya.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Weeknd-Concert-KL-01.jpg)Photo via JV Chen

PAS Youth had questioned whether some of the imagery resembled ritualistic worship and could potentially normalise practices that conflict with Islamic beliefs.

However, these remain allegations and have not been established as fact.

## JAKIM working with PUSPAL

**Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Zulkifli Hasan [said ](https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122311555256177287&set=a.122101251848177287)JAKIM’s Research Division is working closely with the Central Agency Committee for Applications for Filming and Performances by Foreign Artistes (PUSPAL).**

The review is aimed at verifying the claims and determining whether the concert complied with the conditions imposed on foreign performers. [Portal Berita RTM](https://berita.rtm.gov.my/kes/senarai-berita-kes/senarai-artikel/jakim-siasat-dakwaan-unsur-pemujaan-dalam-konsert-the-weeknd/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Zulkifli said artistic performances should not create confusion involving faith, morality or religious sensitivities.

> Islam strictly prohibits any form of worship directed at anyone other than Allah SWT.”

## Action if breaches are found

Zulkifli added that firm action would be taken if the investigation finds any violation of the relevant laws or performance conditions.

He said any action would be based on verified facts and existing laws, while stressing that local and international performances must continue to respect religious and cultural sensitivities as well as public order.

![The Weeknd Concert KL 02](https://weirdkaya.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Weeknd-Concert-KL-02.jpg)Photo via JV Chen

For now, JAKIM and PUSPAL are still reviewing the matter, and no breach or penalty has been confirmed.