GEORGE TOWN, April 11 -- More than 100,000 visitors from within and abroad visit the Birthplace and Gallery of P. Ramlee here and the P. Ramlee Memorial Library in Kuala Lumpur each year, proving that the legacy of the legendary artiste continues to resonate with the public.

National Archives of Malaysia (ANM) director-general Zaidin Mohd Noor said the encouraging response reflects the sustained interest of local and international arts enthusiasts in the figure, who was renowned as a singer, actor and distinguished film director.

He said visitors comprise not only locals but also tourists from across Asia, including Thailand, Indonesia and Singapore, who are keen to witness firsthand the artefacts and life history of the iconic artiste....