KUALA LUMPUR:  The countdown begins for “Raaja Rhapsody”, the biggest concert by celebrated composer Ilaiyaraaja ever held in the country.

With only a week left, excitement is building as fans prepare to enjoy a full-fledged orchestra featuring over 60 accomplished musicians from Budapest, Hungary and India, all coming together for a night of stellar music at the National Hockey Stadium in Bukit Jalil here on April 5.

This marks Ilaiyaraaja’s first concert following the completion of his “Symphony No. 1” with the London Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, making him the first Indian composer to achieve this milestone.

“Raaja Rhapsody” will feature a power lineup of singers including Karthik, SPB Charan, Yugendran Vasudevan, and Madhubalakrishnan, who will bring the maestro’s compositions to life on stage.

The event includes a selection of songs that have never before been performed in Ilaiyaraaja’s live shows, as well as a mashup session – the first of its kind in the composer’s concert history!

With over 48 songs, the set list will feature a blend of memorable melodies, upbeat numbers and well-known background scores, along with special tributes to late legends SP Balasubramaniam, Captain Vijayakanth, and Panchu Arunachalam.

In addition, the playlist has been curated by Malaysian fans, making this an even more unique and personalised experience for attendees.

With anticipation at an all-time high, tickets are selling fast, with six zones already sold out and others close to full capacity. So what are you waiting for? Get your tickets now, before it’s too late!