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THE UEM SUNRISE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE APRIL 2018 THE REAL RONALDO In a league of his own LAMBORGHINI GOES BULLISH The world’s first super SUV debuts BATAM’S OWN “ROUTE 66” Island hopping by car “SIGNATURE SELECTION: ROAD TO RUSSIA 2018” At the showcase of ‘Ola Bola The Musical’ ISBN 978-967-15037-0-6 MD/CEO’s Message Dear Reader 2018 is a special year for us. It is not no coincidence that we are featuring only UEM Sunrise’s 10th year anniversary, Cristiano Ronaldo on our cover. This issue it also marks our organisation’s highlights football, and sports in general, 50 formidable years of combined as a universal unifier of people, nations experience in successful community and cultures. building and a tipping point as we move into delivering the next decade We concluded the third instalment of our of excellence. In celebrating 50 years of sales campaign, “Signature Selection: community building and delivering the Road to Russia 2018” in Istana Budaya, next decade of excellence, also known Kuala Lumpur at the showcase of ‘Ola as Project C50, it is about rejoicing a Bola The Musical’ with a grand finale significant milestone we have achieved lucky draw on 10 March 2018. We gave together through our accomplishments away luxurious prizes worth more than as a talented, imaginative and dedicated RM1 million. Among the highlights team driven by passion and commitment. were three top winners walked away with 7D/6N trips to Moscow, Russia to We take pride of our roles in designing watch the Finals of the FIFA World Cup exceptional living spaces beyond 2018. The ceremony was graced by the just houses but developing thriving presence of the Harimau Malaya legends, communities and creating masterpieces Datuk Hassan Sani, Datuk James Wong for our customers and stakeholders. and Tuan Haji Bakri Ibni. Allow me the liberty of using sports More exciting stories await you as you flip analogy - it is the theme of this issue the pages forward. after all. Much like Cristiano Ronaldo’s stellar career trajectory from a young Finally, as Ramadan approaches, UEM football prodigy to becoming a global Sunrise wishes all Muslim readers a happy phenomenon, playing for one of the Ramadan Al-Mubarak. best clubs in the world, Real Madrid and a self-made man, UEM Sunrise Sincerely, built its reputation from the ground up and has become one of Malaysia’s Anwar Syahrin Abdul Ajib leading developers, both domestically Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer and internationally. Therefore, it is UEM Sunrise Berhad EDITOR-IN-CHIEF PRINTER All information herein is correct at the time of Anwar Syahrin Abdul Ajib Atlas Cetak (M) Sdn Bhd publication. All materials published remain the property Wisma Atlas of U LIVING Magazine. 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WHAT’S INSIDE SPOTLIGHT BUZZ GASTRO PLACES, PEOPLE, PLANET HIGH TECH, HIGH COOL EPICUREAN JOURNEYS 08 WHEN THE GOAL IS 26 LAMBORGHINI GOES 48 TUMIS@TEAKS GLOBAL GLORY BULLISH Raya Feast with Malay/Javanese Cristiano Ronaldo Rules The world’s first super SUV food debuts 12 THE “WHITE” HOUSE Minutes from Singapore, and a WHIRLWIND world away HORIZONS OF ACTIVITIES @ PUBLIKA ADVENTURE & DISCOVERY ABODES 52 EXPLORER OUTFITTER HOMES & INTERIORS 30 REACH FOR THE STARS! Great adventure under the skies Meet the star behind Malaysia’s space programme 56 KALEIDOSCOPE 18 RESIDENSI SOLARIS PARQ A Treasure Trove of Gifts Limitless Living For Every Aspiration 20 SERIMBUN Leisure of Lushness SHOWCASE ARTS, CULTURE & HERITAGE FAMILY AFFAIRS COMMUNITY TIES BEAUTY OF ASIA 34 BATAM’S “ROUTE 66” Why do great posters “grab” 58 Island hopping that’s a short FIT & FAB you? Impact and immediacy LOOK GREAT, FEEL GREAT road hop away 36 MALAYSIAN CONTEMPORARY ART SCENE COMES OF AGE 68 OLA BOLA THE MUSICAL 22 GROOMING MAKES THE KL showcases a broad canvas Triumphant success! METRO MAN of creativity Carly had it right: You’re so vain 24 GO TRIBE! An exercise concept that pulls no punches THE UEM SUNRISE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE APRIL 2018 HOT PICKS GLITZ PROPERTIES THAT TRULY SHINE A PASSION FOR FASHION 74 GERBANG NUSAJAYA THE REAL The complete 21st Century RONALDO FASHIONABLY MODEST In a league of his own Ryu Jae42 Hung HanGeul Korea [email protected] LAMBORGHINI Township GOES BULLISH Modest yet modish? Why The world’s first super SUV debuts BATAM’S OWN “ROUTE 66” not! Island hopping by car “SIGNATURE SELECTION: ROAD TO RUSSIA 2018” At the showcase of ‘Ola Bola The Musical’ ISBN 978-967-15037-0-6 44 FROM PERSONAL ART TO COVER Cristiano Ronaldo STYLISH LUXURY COVER PHOTOGRAPHER Ververidis Vasilis The “other” Lotus. And a Our cover features football prodigy Cristiano Ronaldo lot cheaper who has set record breaking achievements. Showcasing his talents and capabilities on and off the field, he is regarded as one of the best footballers of his generation. Ronaldo is currently one of the highest-paid professional athletes. SKOPJE, MACEDONIA - 8 August 2017. IMAGE 123RF U LIVING ◆ EDITORIAL Luxury exquisitely crafted in style Lotus Arts de Vivre @ Starhill Gallery House of Lotus Arts de Vivre G2A, Indulge Floor, Starhill Gallery Bukit Bandaraya, Bangsar Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Lumpur. U LIVING ◆ SPOTLIGHT WHEN THE GOAL IS GLOBAL GLORY Across our planet, football is revered as the Beautiful Game. From the sun-baked plains of Africa to the sun-kissed beaches of Australia, from the cobblestone lanes of Europe to the deep jungles of South America, the devotees of the sport indulge in it with tremendous flair and passion. Football is also a fabled avenue for those blessed with raw talent to achieve their dream of international stardom. Through sheer determination and unswerving ambition, many youths have risen from a modest background to realize their wildest dreams. Destined For Greatness ne such luminary is Cristiano Ronaldo, who is widely In 2003, he was handpicked by Sir Alec Ferguson to join regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all Manchester United and this launched his elevation to rockstar O time. He was born on 5 February 1985 on the island status. His extraordinary work ethic during training became of Madeira in Portugal. his hallmark and his willingness to dig deep and go the extra mile during important matches earned him the respect and His talent was unmistakable and his willingness to work affection of Manchester United’s fans. hard was legendary. Slowly but surely, he honed his skills to perfection and he waited patiently for football to change Today, he is Real Madrid’s talisman and a five-time winner at his life. However, even he could not foresee how he would the prestigious FIFA Ballon d’Or Award for 2008, 2013, 2014, lift the world of football to new heights while electrifying 2016 and 2017. audiences worldwide. In 1995, he joined a football club called Nacional, which was based in Madeira. His mastery of dribbling, bursts of speed and staggering power in the air earned him a spot in the Sporting CP team. This was an impressive breakthrough because Sporting CP is one of the biggest clubs in Portugal. PHOTO CREDIT: Christian Bertrand/Shutterstock.com VALENCIA, SPAIN - 22 February 2017 Cristiano Ronaldo plays at the La Liga Sources match between Valencia CF and Real https://www.biography.com/people/cristiano ronaldo-555730 Madrid at Mestalla http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1860184/bio 8 U LIVING ◆ SPOTLIGHT PHOTO CREDIT: 123RF PHOTOGRAPHER: Ververidis Vasilis Skopje, FYROM - 8 August 2017 Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo, celebrates with teammates after defeating Manchester United 2-1 during the Super Cup final soccer match at Philip II Arena in Skopje 9 U LIVING ◆ SPOTLIGHT PHOTOGRAPHER: Tun Mohammad Fadzrul Redza 10 U LIVING ◆ SPOTLIGHT PHOTOGRAPHER: Tun Mohammad Fadzrul Redza Malaysia’s Overnight Sensation On 16 February 2016, Mohamad Faiz Subri stepped forward Born on 8 November 1987 in Kedah, Mohamad Faiz’s in the heart of the City Stadium in Penang to launch a free journey to become the first ever Asian to win the FIFA kick that would define his life and set him on a course to Puskas Award was fraught with obstacles.