Rul Azhar wins Bintang P. Ramlee 2026 singing competition

Rul Azhar, also known as Mohamad Faqhrul Azhar Mohamad Zabandi, has been crowned the winner of the Bintang P. Ramlee 2026 singing competition. Representing the Northern zone, Rul Azhar secured the title after a ten-year pursuit, impressing judges with a performance of the song ‘Derita’. He received RM20,000, a trophy, and a certificate.

The grand finale took place at the Arena Gemilang, DeTAR Putra, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS). The event was organized by Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) in collaboration with the Sarawak Government to honor the legacy of the legendary artist Tan Sri P. Ramlee.

Other notable winners include Mahathir Zailani from the Sarawak zone, who finished as runner-up, and Jeffryzan Jamil from the Sabah zone, who took third place. Mohd Ridzuan Md Taib received the award for Best Performance. The ceremony was attended by Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, who presented the prizes to the finalists.