Inspired by LISA, Designed for Fans Worldwide

As one of the world’s most influential artists, LISA has become a global icon through her impact across music, fashion, and popular culture. With a highly engaged fan base, LISA continues to shape global trends and inspire young consumers worldwide.

The global LISA × MINISO collection features more than 70 trend-setting items across categories including bags, apparel, blind boxes and lifestyle accessories. It also includes the YOYO × LISA Collection Vinyl Plush Surprise Box series, featuring MINISO’s own artist IP, YOYO. Inspired by LISA’s distinctive style and global appeal, the collection is fashion-forward yet functional, showcasing a signature blend of cuteness, style and sophistication. In addition to the global product lineup, exclusive regional items and limited-edition releases will be introduced, delivering unique surprises for fans and collectors.

Beginning in Bangkok, Bringing the Experience to Fans Across Asia and North America

The tour kicked off with the opening of the official LISA × MINISO pop-up store at ICONSIAM in Bangkok, one of Thailand’s most iconic retail and lifestyle destinations. As the first stop of the global tour, the launch will transform ICONSIAM into an unmissable destination for fans, bringing the world of LISA × MINISO to life through immersive experiences and large-scale visual takeovers across more than 250 screens throughout the mall, alongside four multi-story banners suspended in the central atrium that extends the collaboration’s visual presence across the space.

The opening drew enthusiastic crowds and strong fan participation, with fans coming together to celebrate LISA and immerse themselves in the world of the collaboration, creating a vibrant atmosphere throughout the venue and marking a memorable start to the global tour.

From September 11 to October 5, the tour will then arrive in Japan at Omotesando Hills in Tokyo. In addition to the pop-up experience, the Japan stop will be amplified through a citywide campaign spanning Tokyo’s key fashion and commercial districts, including branding across the Yamanote Line, premium outdoor placements and extensive visibility throughout Omotesando Hills, further extending the collaboration’s visibility across one of Asia’s most influential fashion capitals.

The global tour is set to continue in China, kicking off on September 12 with three flagship pop-up experiences in Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen, alongside the debut of the collaboration at selected MINISO SPACE stores. Located in some of the country’s most iconic commercial and financial districts, the pop-ups offer consumers immersive product showcases, themed installations and interactive fan activities, creating opportunities for fans to connect, interact and celebrate their shared passion for LISA through a blend of products, experiences and community-driven activities.

From October 21 to November 1, the experience will travel to Senayan City Mall in Jakarta, Indonesia. Building on LISA’s strong connection with consumers across Southeast Asia, the Jakarta stop will further expand the tour’s regional reach and bring unique fan experiences to local audiences.

In November, the LISA × MINISO collaboration will arrive in the United States starting November 6, bringing the experience to Fashion Show Las Vegas, Irvine Spectrum Center and The Shops at Santa Anita in Los Angeles. Expansion to Mexico is also coming soon. Through curated displays, experiential installations, and interactive activations, fans across the region will have the opportunity to engage with the collaboration in new and memorable ways.

Expanding the Boundaries of Global IP Operations Through More Immersive Experiences

The LISA × MINISO Global Pop-Up Tour highlights MINISO’s continued evolution from an IP licensing partner to a global IP operation platform. By integrating exclusive merchandise, immersive experiences and localised fan engagement activities, MINISO delivers a consistent yet locally relevant experience across markets. The collaboration reflects MINISO’s ability to bring globally recognised IPs to life through products, experiences and community-driven interactions at scale, creating a celebration that connects fans across markets.

Looking ahead, MINISO will continue to leverage its position as a leading global IP operation platform, partnering with world-renowned IPs to deliver innovative products, immersive experiences and cross-market activations that help consumers connect with what they love, express their individuality and share moments of joy.

Bangkok’s 28th International Festival of Dance & Music, one of Asia’s leading international performing arts festivals, is set to once again captivate Thai audiences with an extraordinary line-up of 12 world-class productions from 9 countries. Spanning opera, classical ballet and contemporary dance, the festival brings together internationally acclaimed performances and spectacular stage productions, offering audiences in Thailand a rare opportunity to experience world-class live performances up close, all in one place, from 5 September – 17 October 2026 at the Main Hall, Thailand Cultural Centre.

Experience the Timeless Magic of Masterpieces on Stage

Reaffirming its grand return, this year’s festival brings together a distinguished selection of masterpiece productions by some of the world’s leading performing arts companies. Making its Thailand debut, the New York City Opera from the United States will present Opera Goes to Hollywood, a memorable musical journey through beloved opera classics and legendary film scores.

Audiences can also look forward to the Bolshoi Theatre of Belarus presenting the timeless romantic ballets Romeo & Juliet and Cinderella, celebrated for their exceptional choreography, technical excellence and lavish stage production. Meanwhile, Russia’s Helikon Opera will present powerful new interpretations of the operatic masterpieces La Traviata and Madama Butterfly, brought to life by internationally acclaimed opera singers accompanied by a full live orchestra.

A Celebration of Contemporary Creativity and Global Viral Phenomena

This year’s contemporary programme brings together internationally acclaimed productions and visually spectacular performances that have captivated audiences around the world. Highlights include Murmuration Level 2 by renowned French choreographer Sadeck Berrabah, celebrated globally for his striking large scale geometric choreography and movement design; RITE by Brazil’s Deborah Colker Dance Company, a powerful reinterpretation of Stravinsky’s classical masterpiece The Rite of Spring through bold and expressive contemporary movement; and Alice in Wonderland, a fantasy production that seamlessly blends acrobatics, circus arts and contemporary dance to create a magical theatrical experience for audiences of all ages.

Jazz Age Glamour Meets Fashion Iconography

Another major highlight is The Great Gatsby, a dazzling production that transports audiences back to the glamour of the Jazz Age and the world of the American Dream through captivating choreography, powerful vocals and emotionally charged live music, drawing audiences into a world of fantasy, romance and ambition.

The festival will also present Coco Chanel, a contemporary ballet by the National Theatre Brno from the Czech Republic, portraying the life and spirit of one of the world’s most iconic fashion figures through elegant and expressive movement.

Powerful Ballet from Russia

A dazzling ballet comedy by Eifman Ballet brings a fresh and imaginative reimagining of The Pygmalion myth to the stage, following the journey of an ordinary young woman transformed into a radiant star of the ballroom world.

Rich in theatricality, humour and emotional depth, the production delicately explores themes of identity, aspiration, and the fragile boundary between devotion and control.

Also featured is Russian Hamlet, a compelling production that explores political conflict, power struggles and tragedy within the Russian royal court through the signature choreographic style of Boris Eifman, widely recognised as one of the world’s most influential contemporary choreographers.

Held at Annex Beach, the event brought together international filmmakers, media professionals, key opinion leaders, and industry partners in an intimate networking setting. Guided by the “Healing is the New Luxury” concept, the evening positioned Thailand as both a world film destination and a healing destination for global cinematic communities.

The event was part of TAT’s involvement in Thailand’s public-private sector presence at the Thailand Pavilion under a Filmtination theme, engaging international industry delegates through seminars, product presentations, media briefings, networking events and workshops. The pavilion was opened on 13 May 2026 by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce Mrs. Suphajee Suthumpun, who also presided over a Thai Night reception, held under the gracious patronage of HRH Princess Ubolratana at the Grand Salon, Carlton Cannes, on 14 May 2026 from 18.00 to 21.30 hrs.

Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, TAT Governor, said, “Through Amazing Thai Night in Cannes 2026, TAT is presenting Thailand as a place where storytelling moves seamlessly from screen to journey. With world-class locations, experienced crews, creative energy and heartfelt hospitality, Thailand is ready to welcome global filmmakers as a trusted partner and inspire audiences to discover the Kingdom through cinema, culture and travel.”

The evening translated this vision into an immersive Thai showcase, highlighting the country’s creative energy, cultural expression, hospitality, and growing appeal as a healing destination for international film and media communities. It reinforced TAT’s film tourism direction, linking on-screen visibility with wellness, gastronomy, culture, responsible tourism and local economic value.

Krabi Province serves as the pilot destination, demonstrating how film locations can be developed into immersive visitor journeys. Its limestone coastlines, mangroves, waterfalls, islands and cultural heritage sites have attracted major international productions, including Jurassic World: Rebirth, Fast and Furious 9, and Alien: Earth. This strengthens Krabi’s position as both a creative hub and a nature-based destination.

Building on this momentum, TAT and public sector partners jointly hosted the Love on Screen Film Festival SS 2 in Krabi in February. The festival featured film screenings, a short film competition, master classes and industry seminars under a sustainable tourism framework, while supporting Krabi’s ambition to join the UNESCO Creative Cities Network as a City of Film.

Looking ahead to 2027, the initiative will further promote film locations as gateways to travel experiences. TAT will expand international promotional content, engage global media and streaming platforms, and organise familiarisation trips, film talks, and location briefings across 10 curated film location routes for producers, media, KOLs, and influencers.

Thailand’s film production ecosystem continues to grow, as the country welcomed 546 foreign productions with a combined value of more than 6 billion Baht in 2025, while 218 productions generated 2.46 billion Baht from January to April 2026. The Thailand Film Office offers cash rebates of up to 30 per cent for qualifying productions filmed in Thailand, reinforcing the country’s competitiveness as an international production base. Under the Thailand FILMAZING Year, the country targets 10 billion Baht in film production revenue in 2027.

SOURCE Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)

Based in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and currently signed to Melodic Corner, Jūji has steadily captured audiences with its signature blend of indie pop and jazz, weaving deeply personal narratives in both English and Japanese. Its growing international presence includes performances at Bangkok Music City 2026 in Thailand, Music Lane Festival Okinawa 2026 in Japan, and Minrock Festa 2025 in Busan, South Korea.

Following these international appearances, Jūji reaches a defining milestone with the release of its debut full-length project, The 1st Album, culminating in “Pretty Messy” — a reflective and healing composition that encourages listeners to find beauty and meaning within life’s imperfections.

Finding Beauty in Imperfection

“Pretty Messy” explores the process of accepting and embracing sadness. Inspired by real-life experiences, the track reflects on memories, emotional baggage and the inevitable act of letting go. At its core, it offers a message of quiet optimism: that pain, in hindsight, can reveal its own kind of beauty — especially once we find the strength to move forward.

A Journey Through Love, Longing and Self-Discovery

As part of The 1st Album, “Pretty Messy” completes a narrative arc centred on love in its many forms — spanning self-discovery, heartbreak, infatuation and even the longing for something that may never exist.

Over the past year, listeners have followed this journey through standout tracks including “Moon Or Stars”, “You”, “More & More”, “Never This Far Away Gone (All In)”, “No Turning Back”, “Forbidden Love” and “Dreamland”, all leading to the album’s poignant conclusion.

The Sound of Jūji

The 1st Album showcases Jūji’s distinctive indie pop–jazz sensibility, enriched by each member’s unique musical influences. The result is a cohesive body of work that feels both dreamy and sincere — capturing the emotional complexity and quiet vulnerability of the human experience.

More than just a retail outlet, Pokémon Centers are immersive hubs that bring the beloved franchise to life. Fans can expect a wide array of official merchandise—from plush toys and collectibles to trading cards and exclusive items—alongside interactive experiences that go beyond shopping.

The Bangkok outlet is part of a strategic collaboration between The Pokémon Company and Central Pattana, underscoring Thailand’s growing appeal as a regional lifestyle and tourism hub. The announcement was celebrated with a distinctly local flair, featuring Pikachu mascots dressed in traditional Thai attire—hinting at a culturally infused retail concept.

Globally, Pokémon Centers have built a reputation as community spaces, often hosting trading card tournaments, themed events, and fan gatherings. The Bangkok branch is expected to follow suit, offering a vibrant venue for both collectors and casual fans to connect with the brand in new ways.

While specific opening dates and store details are yet to be fully revealed, anticipation is already building across Southeast Asia. With its prime location and global fanbase, Pokémon Center Bangkok is poised to become a must-visit destination—bringing a touch of nostalgia, culture, and pop phenomenon into the heart of the Thai capital.

The cocktail bar joins the elite global hospitality guide, showcasing Thailand’s innovative drinks culture to the world

Bangkok’s cocktail bar F*nkytown has earned its place among the world’s finest hospitality venues, making its debut on the prestigious 50 Best Discovery platform. This recognition comes as part of 50 Best’s most ambitious expansion yet, with over 500 new venues added in February 2025, bringing the spotlight to emerging scenes in more than a hundred cities and towns worldwide.  

The latest refresh introduces over 240 exceptional restaurants, 100 innovative bars, and 170 distinctive hotels to the platform, raising 50 Best Discovery’s global showcase to an impressive 3,700+ venues. Each establishment, including the distinctive F*nkytown, earned its spot through rigourous evaluation by the expert Academy members who shape 50 Best’s globally respected rankings. 

Since bursting onto Bangkok’s vibrant cocktail landscape in November 2023, F*nkytown has redefined local drink culture through its audacious approach. Under the visionary leadership of Group Beverage Manager Pae Ketumarn, who honed his craft under cocktail legend Shingo Gokan at The SG Club and The Sober Company, F*nkytown has transformed into a true culinary destination that reimagines Bangkok’s – and the larger Southeast Asia’s – cocktail landscape. By seamlessly integrating the city’s rich food heritage into its drinks programme, the bar elevates cocktail experiences beyond mere libations, creating a journey that reflects Thailand’s intrinsic culture where eating and drink are inseparably intertwined. 

The bar’s revolutionary “Funk Scale” (ranking drinks from Level 1 to 5) democratises experimental flavours, guiding guests from approachable sips featuring familiar local fruits to boundary-pushing concoctions that challenge conventional cocktail norms. Signature creations like the Winter Melon Fizz with chicken fat-washed gin and the transformative Tom Yum Highball exemplify F*nkytown’s commitment to translating Thai culinary heritage into innovative liquid experiences. 

“This recognition isn’t just about our cocktails—it’s validation of our vision to create a space where 21st century Bangkok comes alive in a glass,” says Pae Ketumarn, Group Beverage Manager at F*nkytown. “We’re bridging worlds—between food and drink, between tradition and innovation, between local ingredients and global techniques. Being acknowledged by 50 Best Discovery proves that pushing boundaries while honouring your roots resonates with drinkers worldwide.” 

Technical innovation lies at F*nkytown’s core, particularly in its groundbreaking savoury cocktail programme. The Kimchi cocktail showcases this mastery, marrying kimchi juice with gochujang butter-washed spirits and Korean perilla leaf. Meanwhile, the Pain au Matcha exemplifies practical sustainability, transforming croissant off-cuts from sister operation Sarnies into distinctive orgeat—just one facet of the bar’s comprehensive closed-loop philosophy that extends to their acclaimed house-made vintage plum wine programme. 

50 Best Discovery stands as the definitive resource for discerning global travellers, with recommendations curated by over 3,000 industry Academy members who are intimately familiar with their local dining, drinking, and hospitality landscapes. This ensures that followers of 50 Best Discovery receive guidance from the world’s foremost connoisseurs. While operating as an extension of the annual 50 Best rankings, the platform is not itself a ranking, with 50 Best maintaining ultimate responsibility for database curation. Importantly, venues cannot apply for inclusion—selection comes solely through expert recommendation.

Having chosen Bangkok as the first destination in Asia to host an Icons Series event, Reignwood Icons of Football will promote Thailand as a world-class golfing destination, support the tourism economy and shine a light on Thailand’s sporting soft power.

Ms. Woraphanit Ruayrungruang, CEO of Reignwood Group, commented: “Reignwood Park is continuously promoting the potential of sports and sports tourism in Thailand with the aim to develop it into a hub for various sports, particularly golf. By partnering with leading global and national sports organisations, we are enhancing the skills of Thai athletes and positioning Thailand as a top destination for sports tourism. Our collaboration with Icons Series introduces an unprecedented event in Asia, featuring 24 of the world’s most iconic football players. We are pleased to extend a warm invitation to thousands of sports enthusiasts from around the globe to Reignwood Park in March 2025. The Reignwood Icons of Football is a truly unique event that transcends the realm of golf, bringing together people in a celebration of sports and healthy competition. All members of the Reignwood Park community—from our KIS International School and residential teams to the Robinswood Golf Club team—take great pride in hosting this international event for the first time in Thailand.”

Developed under the concept of a world-class community for multi-generational living, Reignwood Park, which spans an area of over 2,000 rai, is dedicated to fostering sports for all ages. This includes their renowned golf expertise, showcased by the new Robinswood Golf Club, a premier 18-hole course ready for international tournaments, and on which Reignwood Icons of Football will take place. The project also features a Sports Complex on an area of over 30,000 square metres and a Sports Hotel designed to welcome sports enthusiasts from around the globe.

Allowing fans closer than ever, two teams of 12 captained by two of the most famous golfers in the world, Sergio Garcia and Lee Westwood, will bring their years of rivalry from pitch to green across a 10 hole format of the highest drama, where every shot counts.

Team England – Initial Line Up
Captained by Lee Westwood

• Paul Ince
• Robbie Fowler
• Joe Hart
• Theo Walcott
• Paul Scholes

Team World – Initial Line Up
Captained by Sergio Garcia

• Dwight Yorke
• Patrik Berger
• Gabriel Batistuta
• Luís Figo
• Peter Schmeichel

The final seven players on each side will be revealed in the build up to the event. Fans are encouraged to pay close attention to the Icons Series social media channels for regular updates.

Team England Captain Lee Westwood said: “As a massive football fan, I’m thrilled to be back to captain Team England for a second Icons Series event. I captained Team England to victory back in 2017 and I’m coming to take the trophy home again. We’ve picked a really strong England team, full of composed and talented sports stars that all play great golf. It’s a format that works exceptionally well for players and fans and we can’t wait to show Sergio and his boys how it’s done.”

Team World Captain Sergio Garcia added: “I’ve enjoyed seeing the concept of the Icons Series build over the years and it’s something I’ve always wanted to get involved in. This is a serious competition and we’ll be doing everything we can to win. We’ve announced an incredible first five players and I have some massive players lined up to complete our team. The rivalries have already started and I’m excited to take on Lee Westwood and Team England – a bit like Spain did in the Euro’s final this summer!”

Mr. Thomas Brookes, CEO of Icons Series: “The Icons Series is all about uniting sports and bringing fans closer than ever with an innovative golf concept played around the world. We’re delighted to be here to announce Bangkok as our first Asian event and have found the perfect partners with Reignwood Park to host the Reignwood Icons of Football at their spectacular Robinswood Course. We invite sports-lovers from Thailand and around the world to join us in March 2025 to enjoy some highly competitive golf played by global icons of football.”

Set across two days on the championship Robinswood Golf Course, players will be managed by team captains in a series of competitive team matchplay format events, including Alternate Shots, Fourballs and Singles matches to determine the winning team.

Broadcast globally, fans can watch all the action of this intense event live on multiple platforms soon to be revealed. With hospitality and general admission available, the venue will host thousands of spectators from around the world in grandstands and behind the ropes. Those lucky enough to get a ticket will be able to take selfies, watch the rivalries, hear the caddies, feel the tension and witness every shot. It’s action like they’ve never seen before, closer than ever.

Early bird tickets start from 500 THB and go on sale on 2nd September 2024. For more information, visit www.icons-series.com

Tata Communications, a global digital ecosystem enabler, and Eclat Media Group, a premier broadcaster of global sports content, today announced the expansion of Eclat’s sports content broadcasting to viewers across Asian countries, including Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand. This new agreement powers Eclat Media Group’s newly launched channels, SPOTV and SPOTV2 to broadcast 4000+ hours of content annually.

Tata Communications Media Ecosystem, coupled with Video Connect and Satellite Uplink services, will allow commentators of SPOTV and SPOTV2 to overlay commentary in their local language, which is added to the viewers’ video feeds for relevant regions. Fans across Asia will now be able to watch their favourite global sports in their preferred language commentary, thereby expanding the reach of content to millions of new potential viewers.

“It is our pleasure to have Tata Communications, a global digital ecosystem enabler, as our valuable network partner. As we expand the distribution of our content pan-region, we aim to focus on growing localised and relevant content for the individual markets. With this exciting partnership, SPOTV and SPOTV2 can achieve seamless localisation and delivery of our premium sports contents to fans across Asia,” said Lee Choong Khay (CK), CEO of SPOTV.

Dhaval Ponda, Global Head of Media & Entertainment Services, Tata Communications, said, “Sports viewership has dramatically shifted over the years with technology playing a key role in evolving the at-home viewing experience.” He adds, “By joining forces with Eclat Media Group, we aim to give sports fans across Asia an enhanced experience to enjoy their favourite global and local sports – be it motorsports, tennis, baseball or volleyball. Our world class media infrastructure coupled with Eclat’s ambition to be the pioneer in providing language-customised sports content to fans in each country is driving the transformation of sports consumption pan-Asia.”

Eclat Media Group has recently launched two new channels – SPOTV and SPOTV2 – across multiple Southeast Asia and select East Asia territories such as Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Macau, Mongolia, and the Philippines. The channels broadcast content such as tennis Grand Slam tournaments Wimbledon and US Open, motorsport championships MotoGP and WorldSBK, World Table Tennis and Badminton World Federation events, as well as popular Asian sports including the Korean Baseball Organization (KBO) League, Korean Basketball League (KBL), V-League (volleyball) and V.League (Japan) competition.

Tata Communications Media & Entertainment Services offer a comprehensive suite of solutions for global media value chain workflow including contribution, processing and distribution. With an infrastructure spanning the world that allows end-to-end content delivery at scale, the company enables over 9,000 live events, 700 TV channels and 60,000 hours of live content, reaching over 2 billion sports fans globally. To learn further about Tata Communications Media & Entertainment Services, please visit https://www.tatacommunications.com/media-entertainment/