The 25th Anugerah Industri Muzik (AIM25), the Silver Jubilee edition of Malaysia’s most prestigious music awards, is set to bring together some of the country’s most celebrated artistes and music industry personalities for its grand finale at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK), Sarawak, on Saturday, 26 September 2026.
Marking the first time AIM will be held in Sarawak, the highly-anticipated Silver Jubilee celebration will feature a dynamic line-up of hosts, performers and award presenters, promising an evening that celebrates the best of Malaysia’s music industry while showcasing the diversity of local talent.
The prestigious ceremony will be hosted by the celebrity couple, Awal Ashaari and Scha Alyahya, alongside TVS personality, Sheera Abang Mansur.
The grand finale will feature performances by a diverse line-up of established artistes and emerging talents.
The performance line-up reflects AIM25’s celebration of Malaysia’s diverse and vibrant music landscape, bringing together established acts, emerging artistes and regional talent. Among the highlights is Indonesian artiste, Fajar Noor, adding a regional dimension to this year’s celebration, alongside established Malaysian acts such as HUJAN, as well as performances by Adira Suhaimi, Hafiz Suip, Akim Ahmad, Hael Husaini, Marsha Milan and other leading names in the local music scene. Four finalists from the ‘Best New Artist’ award category namely Rezza Shah, Ary Hussin, Qal-G and Yusuf Kassim will also take to the grand stage, showcasing the next generation of Malaysian music talent.
Adding to the excitement of the awards night, AIM25 will also feature a diverse line-up of award presenters comprising artistes and personalities from across Malaysia’s entertainment industry.
The combination of hosts, performers and presenters is designed to create an engaging and dynamic awards experience while reflecting the breadth and diversity of Malaysia’s music industry.
The Silver Jubilee edition of AIM25 is made possible through strong support from the Government, strategic partners and industry collaborators who have come together to bring Malaysia’s premier music awards to Sarawak for the first time.
AIM25 was given a RM1 million Tourism Event Grant from the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak (MTCP), supporting the hosting of this landmark edition in Kuching, Sarawak.
The awards show is also supported with an allocation of RM950,000 by the Ministry of Communications through the Creative Content Fund (DKK) that will be awarded to a total of 16 AIM25 award winners via MyCreative Ventures (MyCV).
AIM25’s strong line-up of official partners include:
- AirAsia – Official Airline Partner
- Orkid – Official Hydration Partner
- Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) – Official Venue Partner
AIM25 is further supported by its Strategic Partners, namely AirBorneo, Kuala Cola, Maxim, Grand Margherita Hotel, Riverside Majestic Hotel, Riverside Majestic Astana Wing and Sheraton Kuching, whose contributions support the successful staging of the awards and the overall experience for artistes, industry professionals and guests.
For radio support, ERA FM, HITZ, MY FM and RAAGA under Astro Radio together with CATS FM serve as the Official Radio Partner extending the reach of AIM25 to audiences nationwide and across Sarawak.
These partnerships reflect the strong industry and corporate support behind AIM25, while enabling the awards to deliver a memorable experience for artistes, industry professionals, guests and audiences across Malaysia.
RIM and the AIM25 Organising Committee extend their appreciation to the indicated government ministries, sponsors, partners and collaborators for their invaluable contribution towards making AIM25’s Silver Jubilee edition a significant celebration for the Malaysian music industry.
The AIM25 grand finale will take place at BCCK, Kuching, Sarawak on Saturday, 26 September 2026 at 9.00 PM, preceded by the red carpet segment at 8.00 PM.
The event will be broadcast live nationwide by TVS on Channel 122 and TVS Inspire, allowing audiences across Malaysia to join in the celebration of AIM’s 25th edition.
With its star-studded line-up, strong government and industry support, and first-ever staging in Sarawak, AIM25 is set to be a landmark celebration of Malaysia’s music industry as it reaches the pinnacle of its Silver Jubilee year.
