Gracing the cover in Versace, Ludi Lin is the epitome of a macho man (which shouldn’t be misconstrued as having the same meaning as masculinity). When asked about racism, he replied: “I dealt with [discrimination] by standing up for myself, and not succumbing to bullies. Ironically, I always ended up friends with many of them. There’s that saying in Chinese, 不打不成交 – you don’t relate unless you retaliate. That old saying makes more sense to me every day. To put it in Mortal Kombat terms, all bullies are frightened people who try to test one’s might. They need to understand that you are powerful too and you’ll stand up for yourself. When they recognise you for the powerful being that you are, they’ll know it’s far better to be allies and be stronger together than to fight and destroy each other.” So, what’s your definition of masculinity?

With no embellished presentation but telling it as it is, Ian Loh – new creative director to the Heart Media family – tables the question on whether fashion consumer behaviour will ever return to what it used to be post-pandemic. Moreover, we also profile four new bloods in Malaysia’s arts and fashion scene as well as list the latest, highly coveted big boys’ toys in Double The Fun and Topless Sprint. 

“Call me greedy, but I’m interested in a lot of things – constructions, petrol station, auto detailing, fitness. I’m a very number-orientated person and that’s probably because of my full-time corporate job. At the same time, I’m super active, I love music and I love working out. They are what keep me feeling alive, I mean, we all got to find a balance in life,” said Han Pin in our interview that you can find on p052.

This issue, we discuss connectivity in its more relatable state by delving into holistic routines which offer nothing but real skin goodness in From Inside Out, revisiting the savoir-faire of tailoring which has been the essence of a fashion powerhouse such as Dior in Menswear – Reimagined, investigating the pros and cons of dating apps in And It’s a Match and examining distinct storytelling approaches in A Cinematic Feast.

Decked in Onitsuka Tiger, we have the multifaceted Henry Lau on the cover. “I think it’s very important for people to take some time and prioritise what is important to them. I think this is what self-love really means. But more importantly, you must have the courage to prioritise and do your own version of self-love. It’s easy to keep going in the inertia of everyday life. But it’s difficult to reflect deep down and see what’s important to you. I feel that everyone will be much happier if they take time to do these things,” he said. Turn to  for the full story. 

Themed “Desire”, this month, we present the first-ever Men’s Folio Grooming Awards. After months of trying and testing
by the Men’s Folio team, together with aesthetician and founder of Clique Clinic, Dr Lim Ting Song and professional makeup artist, Khir Khalid, the winners have been decided and you can find out who they are on p092. Elsewhere, there are mesmerising spreads showcasing pieces from the Gucci Epilogue collection and Louis Vuitton “2054” collection, features on highly desirable fashion items and gadget in Curtains Closed and Can’t Take My Eyes Off You respectively, as well as timepieces that guarantee to make you drool.

Changes call for innovation, andinnovation leads to progress. Themed“Innovation”, this issue delves into plenty of exciting topics such as the evolution of fashion in Now You Know, the latest in aesthetic treatments in Face Art, the revolutionary smartphones in Hello, Future!  and smartwatches with brand spanking new features in Stay Synced. Since you’re at it, why don’t you also check out the inspiring and thought provoking spreads we have put together just for you? Enjoy the issue – and stay safe!

On the cover, we have Jeremy Lin who opens up about being the face of Coach, his experience in Beijing and Linsanity through his own eyes. Elsewhere, you will find plenty of interesting reads such as Spin-offs on drive-in concerts, What A Feeling on ASMR and in-depth interviews with Wan AIman, head of entertainment at Future Sound Asia as well as Joe Chia and Melissa Deng of Joe Chia in Better Tomorrow. While you’re at it, make sure to check out our eight Men’s Folio Model Search 2020 finalists! Enjoy the issue!

Model-turned-actor Idris Khan graces our cover this month. Although Idris didn’t make the transition quite so smoothly, he was well aware that hard work is the key to success. “To be honest, my first acting experience was a complete disaster!” he said. “I felt lost on set and nervous as hell in front of the camera. You know that feeling of being forced to give a speech to a large crowd – unprepared? I knew having passion alone wasn’t enough. I started watching tons of movies and read a lot of books on acting to improve my skills and knowledge… as time went by, I got better at it.” Enjoy the issue – and stay safe!

Themed “20/20” (the Malaysian vision, get it?), this issue features Hairul Azreen on the cover, granting Men’s Folio an in-depth discussion with the action star about the essence of the Malaysian spirit. When asked who does he regard as his Malaysian hero amid the COVID-19 crisis, he replied, “Whether it is the navy, army or police, they have all sacrificed so much and put their lives on the line to protect the rest of us… this year, we have learnt that heroes can come from every corner of the country. We’re also celebrating the 63rd year of independence of Malaysia with insightful domestic travel guides, fun yet motivation dialogues with four talented, video content creators and an inspiring interview with winner of the prestigious 2017 UOB Painting of the Year (Malaysia) Chok Yue Zan.
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Decked out in Dior on the cover this month, Cedric Loo is the absolute and irrefutable epitome of the “Force of Nature” theme. There were doubters who questioned our cover guy choice and then there were us taking pleasure in proving them wrong. In fact, Loo himself is no stranger to haters and naysayers. In these strange times, we reckon a bit of humour can go a long way – and that’s where our Make ‘Em Laugh story featuring up-and-coming comedians Luwita Hana Randhawa (@luwitahana), Farid Azmeir (@faridazmeir) and Hannan Azlan (@hannanazlan) comes in. Any other thought-provoking reads? Plenty. Time for Change, Street Cred and Tour From Home, just to list a couple. Stay inspired, and enjoy the issue.

Themed “Art + Design”, we delve deep into the connotations of creative expression: How to manage the strengths and weaknesses of the medium? How to ensure effective communication? How to fulfil your needs as well as that of your audience? How to embrace change to allow you to realise your objective? This issue is a riveting read that includes story such as Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’, Listen Up And Munch On, and Digital Unlimited. Additionally, watch and car aficionados will want to turn to Good Time and Future Cars. Enjoy the issue and stay safe!

It's the Boundless Issue. As ironic as the theme might seem, it’s really anything but. Featuring Josh Kua, the model-instrumentalist said “Being boundless to me means not limiting your imagination about what you could be capable of, but also opening to new ideas and information so that you always challenge your perspective and scope for imagination. I’d argue that being boundless allows you to experience and learn more, and just might take you to new places and situations, doing things you’d never imagined yourself doing!” Get the full story inside, together with Art Power, Build To Impress (And Last) and our usual assortment. Enjoy the issue, and stay safe

Naturally – as with our March issue every year – we’re not just going to feed you, our most discerning, fashion conscious style setters, every trend you need to know from the Spring/Summer 2020 shows, but also keep you abreast with what we call the Men’s Folio essentials to jazz up your wardrobe. And what about the latest grooming tips?  Worrying is a futile emotion. On a lighter but by no means less important note, Yuan Teng, our cover guy this issue, would know. During our interview, the awardwinning Malaysian actor confessed that, “I kept worrying that Shuzai [his character in the movie The Paradise] wouldn’t resonate with the audience – or that they wouldn’t like the way I portrayed him. I was fully focused on my performance instead of watching the movie during the screenings. There were many scenes that I felt I should have done differently – it literally made me sweat from the beginning until the end,” he said. “You can imagine my relief from the positive audience responses toward the movie and my character. Sometimes I can to be too hard on myself.” Read his cover
story inside. Enjoy the issue – and stay safe!

Themed “Me”, this issue revolves around self-love. If the trending concept comes with a formula, we guess it’d most probably be the result of adding self-care to self-awareness. As our cover guy and Men’s Folio Model Search 2019 winner put it, “… I surround myself with my friends, my colleagues, my fellow Topbois (from Topboi Citizen Model Management), my family. I believe that everyone has something to offer, something to admire and something to learn from.” Read his full interview inside. We’ve also included copious inspirational fashion and grooming editorials in this issue because we believe  that looking your best is a sure-fire way to give your self-esteem a hefty boost. And while you’re at it, make sure to also read The Feel-Good Factor on ways to be incredibly happy and Have It Your Way (p122) on foods that guarantee to put you in a good mood.
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Catch interesting reads from our Festive Issue that  you won’t want to miss, Get into the flow, Eat Responsibly, Great Spirits and Body, Mind And Spirit, not forgetting Get Crunk and fashion spreads to make sure your style point is on point. Also read our interview  with Fuying and Sam of FS, as they grace our Festive Issue cover. When asked how does the pop duo perceive the importance of time? “Every second is every chance that you have in hand to do something different for your life and you want to fully utilise it because it waits for no one,” Fuying said. “You cannot rewind the time you have wasted, all the more reason for you to cherish every single moment and create more precious memories at the present,” Sam continues. Read the full interview inside and enjoy the issue. Happy Holiday!

Our cover guy this month, Izzue Islam burst onto our screens in 2010 and, has since been quite consistent and been able to sustain longevity in the fickle world of showbiz. The singer-actor attributes it to hard work and his fearless mindset in the face of all challenging situations. "...How do you act as a blind kid when in real life you’re fortunate enough to have normal vision? I did some research and met a few blind people to know how they walk, how they see through touching with their hands and how they go through life without sight. I practised on my own at home and kept doing them on set before shooting,” said Izzue. Catch his full interview and other adventurous features like The Ultimate Goal, Don’t think. Just Eat, and Riding the Rails. Enjoy!

Donned head-to-toe Dior Men A/W 2019 collection, our cover guy – model-turnedactor Nam Joo Hyuk – understands the art of self-expression through and through. When asked how has his modelling experience helped him in his acting career, he candidly replied: “They may have parallelisms in the sense that I have to concentrate in order to showcase all the different aspects of myself. Other than that, I think modelling and acting are just too different to related to each other. There are always differences in terms of the way of expressing myself on the runway and on-screen. So it’s a constant learning process.” His full interview can be found on p050. Also, this issue, we delve into the concept of originality (in every sense of the word) in features such as Sky’s The Limit, Instant Toning, Eye-Pleasing Home Decor, and Double Possibilities.

This month, our cover guy Miller Khan is one of the most level-headed guys with no airs and graces. The Jakarta-based actor travelled back to Malaysia, and was made to sit in the studio for over two hours before the photoshoot could kick-start due to unforeseeable circumstances. Yet he waited patiently, without complaint – hence it made total sense when he shared why he idolises Keanu Reeves: “Talented and skilful at what he does, he is neither a snob nor a sheep. He seems to be just an introverted and, a down-to-earth and a grateful sort of guy who embraces what he has, no matter how rich and famous he has become,” he said. Asides from the inspirational fashion spreads we have put together for you, there are also plenty of good reads which we trust would interest you, including More Drop Than Cop and It’s More Than Just A Show, as well as Runway Ready, Best Buddies, and Uncharted Territories.

So, what does freedom mean to you? Some construe it as independence; others construe it as the ability to act, speak, express and move without constraint. Themed “The Freedom Issue”, this month, we examine the differing notions of freedom. As much as it is an all-encompassing, and in retrospect, a too broad a take on the term, it ultimately boils down to one thing: it is a rare and most valuable commodity one can attain.

“With depression you really need to take the initiative and seek help. But it can be difficult to reach out. Depression has a stigma and can be an overwhelming quicksand that you cannot escape alone. If you notice your friend is spiralling in depression, snap them out of it. I definitely couldn’t have done it alone,” James Lee, our cover guy talked about his experience going through harrowing experiences. It's our bumper issue and we  talked about power and influence. As we approaching summer, explore our definite list of everything hot, from watch, techs, and even perfumery. Our model search is back and find out who the eight Men’s Folio Model Search 2019 finalists are inside. The winner will be announced in August on all our digital platforms. Enjoy the issue.

This month, Men’s Folio features the unbelievably talented Hael Husaini on the cover. There has been so much praises already written about the singer-songwriter since his unflagging rise to stardom – and we were utterly engrossed by his amicable, down-to-earth charisma and youthful enthusiasm during the photoshoot. He is truly an epitome of diligence and hard work. “I have failed so many times [before I got my big break] but I never stopped believing what I was capable of as a singer. At the end of the day, it’s not about the finish line but the journey,” said Hael. Enjoy his full interview and other interesting features inside. Enjoy the issue!

Themed “Obsessive”, this issue, we list down the most coveted fashion pieces and accessories, as well as grooming essentials that the Men’s Folio team is fascinated with at the moment and you should check out too. For more intriguing discussions on the topic, we also delved into subject matters such as how much is too much when it comes to aesthetic enhancements, what are the things you need to stop obsessing over and channel your energies on instead, and lifestyle pleasures that range from tech to food and travel. 
According to our cover guy Syafiq Kyle, his obsession with effective time management is what helps him maintain a proper work-life balance. Read his full interview inside.
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Before the Spring/Summer 2019 collections hit the runway, I found myself claiming that “sarcastic yet straightforward and sophisticated pieces” were going to be all the rage. The truth of the matter is this: streetwear continues to permeate the moodboards of major fashion powerhouses; however they are expressed with a considerably more polished and refined touch – which fits neatly with the “Grown-up” theme of this issue. Wraparound tailoring, short shorts, loose-fitting doublebreasted suits, and clashing patterns are having a major moment. And then, the accessories which range from hiking sandals to handbags. Find the latest S/S’19 trends on p026. Like we always do, this issue is well balanced with a healthy dose of interesting and thought-provoking features. There are stories on how to be a real gentleman, timepieces to help you look the part, extravagant lifestyles of the rich, and landmarks to add to your to visit list, just to list a few. Enjoy the issue!

Feeling like you’re in need of personal improvements? Or perhaps want to invest in some new must-haves? Maybe both? When it comes to fashion and grooming, you already know you have in your hand the first issue of Men’s Folio 2019 containing a wealth of suggestions to get you started. Of course, there is more. For instance, staying in line with the topic of the month, Anis Taufik spoke with a couple of busy individuals about their practices on maintaining good physical and mental health on p052, while Nawaf Rahman put together the ultimate essentials that four categories of men need to have on p120. As much as I frown on the idea of listing down resolutions, I have made it a point to keep my sarcasm in check – and start running more frequently, maybe. Enjoy the issue!

This issue, we are lucky to get hold of our cover guy Lawrence Wong, who was on a one-day trip from China to Kuala Lumpur. I couldn’t help but asked: “Given your busy schedule, what is a must in terms of taking care of yourself physically and mentally?” to which he replied “Taking time off for yourself is really important. Most people think taking time off means going on a holiday, but for me, even having a few hours to read a book, take long showers or eat a good meal, is enough.” Read the rest of his interview on p070. We also have put together numerous gift guides to simplify your holiday shopping spree. Turn over to p033, p056 and p126 to discover not only what you should have on your list, but also stylish gifts that won’t collect dust. Practical, handy tips on dressing up for a party? Find them on p080-119. Enjoy the issue!

It's our 21st anniversary this year. 21 years. Yes, Men’s Folio really has been around that long. In conjunction with the celebration we held our first-ever Men’s Folio model search contest, where we set out over three months to find the next star from the local fashion scene. Check out which eight (from the hundreds of entrants) made the cut. but as with any competition, there can only be one winner. While our cover guy, Azrel Ismail talked about adaptability, “I believe that it is important to keep breaking the norm and not to be stereotyped as a one-dimensional actor. I love applying a character that inspires me, and if that means giving up something or learning a new skill from scratch, I am willing to go it as long as I believe in it enough,” he said during the interview. Enjoy the issue!

The primary emphasis isn’t just on physical performance, but also performing arts. With regards to the former, we present you independent fitness outlets and trailblazing post-workout treatments. With the latter, in All the World’s a Stage, we shine the spotlight on creative performers, namely the audio visual collective Filamen, journalist-turn actor Jon Chew, founder and artistic director of Hands Percussion Bernard Goh, and comedian, actor, host, VJ and radio announcer Ajak Shiro whom are doing their part for the amelioration of the industry they are in.

Our cover guy Remy Ishak – who perpetually puts his hand to almost everything
– understands through and through the importance of commitment in self-improvement
over getting awards. 

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Donned head-to-toe in Gucci, our cover guy Derek Chang opens up about the game-changing moments in his acting career on p. 054. From London to Milan to Paris to New York City, we’re seeing plenty of influences from the 90s. The decade was a breeding ground for iconic styles such as pairing tracksuit jackets with tracksuit trousers, leather over leather, functional apparel with heavy-duty footwear, as well as clear domination of the colour brown and checks of all sorts and sizes. After sieving through many of the most important designer collections, we present you the fashion trends you need to know. In addition, discover the newest hair trends you must try with tips from four Malaysian hair maestros in Statement Strands on p. 120. While you’re at it, read Behind the Curtains. Behind the Cameras, where we pick the brains of the behind the scenes masters, namely photographer Vincent Paul Yong, fashion stylist Andrea Wong, show producer Adrian Chee, hair and makeup artist Geraldine Loy and model Isaac Ong.

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Advance Selamat Hari Mederka greetings from all of us here at Men’s Folio! Themed
“The Heroes Issue” (for obvious reasons), this issue is dedicated to various Malaysians who,
in their own way, have all become talismanic. We have our cover guy, Nazim Othman; from the
outset of his career, the man seemed to have been destined for fame. Today, he has established a large
intensely loyal and ever-growing fan base. Enjoy the issues!

In this issue, we asked our cover guy, Korean rising star Seo Kang Jun, for his definition of
success. The popular actor and singer had this to say: “Being successful in life is greater than just career success. It includes not only work, but also the ability to have a happy family that allows me to be a good dad and husband.” Read the full interview inside. Like the cross-platform collaborations that we see all too often in fashion, in the realm of horology, we are noticing more and more such aberrant associations too and you can read all about it in Crossing The Street. On the topic of being unconventional, we unearthed top design stories from the recent Salone de Mobile fair in Milan, where the brands bestowed upon us their inspiring, forward-thinking vision of the future of urban living. Check out Beyond IKEA. We reckon it is about time we start shaking the world, and while you’re at it, enjoy the issue!

Our cover guy JC Chee blew us away with his versatility during the cover shoot. If we had to sum up his unwavering popularity in the merciless entertainment industry in two words, it would be: grit and resilience. “You must be able to withstand pressure. You must be able to accept any challenge. When you fall, you have to get up and keep moving forward,” he said. Since we last chatted with the actor who scored his career goal playing Datuk Soh Shin Aun (aka Tauke) in the 2016 box office hit Ola Bola, JC Chee has taken on varied roles in both local and overseas productions.

Aside from getting inspired by the unorthodox spreads – Hidden Figures, Tag, You’re IT and Requiem For A Daydream – you will want to make sure that you keep yourself abreast with the latest toys out there in Toys For Boys (p114), as well as happenings in the art scene in Rebel With A Cause and Beyond The Streets.
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