Kuala Lampur, Nov. 5 -- KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 - Rooted in Malay folklore, the legend of Puteri Gunung Ledang is a timeless tale of love, loyalty and sacrifice.

When it was first staged 20 years ago as a musical, Puteri Gunung Ledang The Musical captivated the imagination of all who watched it.

When the curtain rose on October 31 for its latest production, the packed house at the Jeffrey Cheah Performing Arts Centre (JCPAC) were probably unaware that it was a personally significant moment for Tan Sri Jeffrey Cheah.

For Cheah, the return of Puteri Gunung Ledang carries a meaning that extends well beyond the success of a single production.

It represents something he has long believed in, that Malaysia possesses an abundance of artistic tal...