THE return of Puteri Gunung Ledang The Musical 20 years after its theatrical debut has received an overwhelming response, with more than 18,000 tickets sold within hours across the pre-sale and public sale launches.

More than 22,000 people were still in the online queue, underlining the enduring appeal of the Malay folklore-inspired production, which returned to the stage on Oct 31 at the newly opened Jeffrey Cheah Performing Arts Centre (JCPAC) in Sunway City Kuala Lumpur.

The musical’s revival also marks a significant opening chapter for the RM200 million performing arts centre, an investment by Sunway Group aimed at providing a dedicated home for cultural productions and supporting Malaysia’s creative industry.