PETALING JAYA, Oct. 4 -- Acclaimed sitarist Anoushka Shankar has announced the cancellation of her scheduled performance at Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur yesterday, citing circumstances beyond her control.

The concert, set for tonight, was to mark her long awaited return to Malaysia after several years.

"It is with a heavy heart and deep frustration that I must announce the cancellation of TOMORROW's performance at Plenary Hall in Kuala Lumpur," Shankar wrote on Instagram.

"I was deeply excited to be performing in Malaysia again after so many years. However, due to circumstances beyond our control, the show has been cancelled by the promoter, Shiraz Projects."

She assured fans that refunds will be provided: "We have been assured that all...