{
  "id": 12140154,
  "title": "#SHOWBIZ: Zaki Yamani didn't expect strong support for his nomination in AMT 2026",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/showbiz-zaki-yamani-didnt-expect-strong-support-for-his-nomination-in",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-05T11:30:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/groove/2026/10/1548383/showbiz-zaki-yamani-didnt-expect-strong-support-his-nomination-amt"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Shah Alam, Malaysia - Singer Zaki Yamani, whose real name is Ahmad Zaki Yamani Jamal Ubaidillah, 20, expressed surprise at the level of support he received at Anugerah Melodi Terhangat (AMT) 2026. The fan favorite, who is up for two awards - Fresh Rising Star and Celebrity Chemistry, said he was deeply touched by the overwhelming enthusiasm of his supporters. Describing his fans' dedication, Zaki revealed that some of them subscribed to the Tonton streaming package specifically to ensure he received extra votes. While he is unsure of the exact number of votes, Zaki is confident that his loyal followers will continue to cast their support daily. Regarding his chances of winning, Zaki insisted that any success would be a tribute to his fans, stating that \"If I'm fortunate enough to win, that triumph goes straight to the fans who have been standing by me all this time.\" AMT 2026 will be aired live on TV3 and streamed on Tonton at 9pm on October 18.",
  "summary": "SHAH ALAM: Singer Zaki Yamani never expected to have a fan base strong enough to vote for him at Anugerah Melodi Terhangat (AMT) 2026.",
  "key_points": [
    "Singer Zaki Yamani surprised by strong AMT 2026 support",
    "Fans subscribed to Tonton streaming for extra votes",
    "Zaki confident loyal followers will continue voting"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}