KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 -- In Malaysia's multicultural entertainment landscape, Chinese dramas, or C-dramas, are rapidly capturing the hearts of local viewers, with actress and singer Yu Shuxin (also known as Esther Yu) leading the charge.

The star's charm and versatility, showcased in hit dramas like My Journey to You (2023) and Love Between Fairy and Devil (2022), have cultivated a massive following in the country.

That devotion was on full display yesterday as Yu made her first visit to Malaysia for a fan meeting at Zepp Kuala Lumpur as part of the iQIYI Starship 2026 tour.

The excitement was palpable long before she took the stage. A day earlier, around 600 fans, affectionately known as 'Little Pomegranates', flocked to Kuala Lumpur ...