Group in sexy video controversy cancels concert over permit issues
Published: Nov 23, 2025 10:49 AM
Updated: 1:56 PM
Dolla has cancelled its Dec 6 concert in Kuala Lumpur, due to issues regarding approval permits from the authorities.
The girl group, recently entangled in a controversy over appearing too sexy in a music video, explained that it wanted to avoid further delays or last-minute cancellations if the permits were still not granted several days before the event.
“Unfortunately, the promoter and the team were unable to get the necessary permits and regulatory approvals completed in time. Without those approvals, we are unable to carry on with the concert.
“With that, Dolla and our team were not willing to take the risk with the possibility of a cancellation two or three days before the concert,” said member Wan Sabrina Wan Rusli, or popularly known as Sabronzo, in a video published on social media last night.
Concert organisers SAH Entertainment and Universal Music Malaysia had also apologised in a statement for the cancellation of the “Dolla: Good Girls Gone Bad Live Concert”, citing the prioritisation of safety and quality.
The organisers assured that refunds would be automatically processed within the next few weeks.
Criticism over attire
Last week, Dolla, which also consists of Tabitha Ariel Lam (Tabby) and Angelina Chai (Angel), courted flak from conservatives on social media over the members’ revealing attire in a music video for their song “Question” released on Nov 6.
Following public backlash, including from Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Na’im Mokhtar, the video was subsequently removed from YouTube and prompted an apology from Universal Music Malaysia.
Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Na’im Mokhtar
Na’im had described their clothing as inappropriate and disrespectful to cultural and religious sensitivities and suggested that he would consider filing syariah offence charges against its Muslim member.
He would also urge the Islamic Development Department and the Federal Territories Mufti’s Office to re-evaluate clothing guidelines for Muslim celebrities.
The censorship drew criticism from lawyer Latheefa Koya, who reminded that Na’im had no business making such threats, adding that ministers cannot investigate or prosecute citizens.
Na’im had described their clothing as inappropriate and disrespectful to cultural and religious sensitivities and suggested that he would consider filing syariah offence charges against its Muslim member.
He would also urge the Islamic Development Department and the Federal Territories Mufti’s Office to re-evaluate clothing guidelines for Muslim celebrities.
The censorship drew criticism from lawyer Latheefa Koya, who reminded that Na’im had no business making such threats, adding that ministers cannot investigate or prosecute citizens.
Alternative event for fans
In yesterday’s social media video, Dolla reiterated its gratitude towards fans.
The group revealed that it planned to host an alternative event to meet fans on the scheduled concert date.
“We know you have waited so long to see us on stage, and we will continue to work very, very hard to give you guys a good show in the near future.
“This isn't the end, if anything, it is the start of a new era. We promise that we will come back from this with a great show that is truly worth the wait,” Angel said.
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