{
  "id": 15083919,
  "title": "#NSTviral: Malaysian travellers moved as accordionist plays Negaraku in Georgia [WATCH]",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/nstviral-malaysian-travellers-moved-as-accordionist-plays-negaraku-in",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-17T01:00:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nst-viral/2026/10/1557247/nstviral-malaysian-travellers-moved-accordionist-plays-negaraku"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Two Malaysian travelers experienced an unexpected moment in Tbilisi, Georgia, when a street accordionist played Malaysia's national anthem, Negaraku, upon learning their nationality. TikTok user Allen Yeoh captured the encounter, sharing the video where the travelers informed the musician of their origin. The accordionist acknowledged their country by asking, \"Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur? Hello,\" before playing the anthem. Yeoh expressed surprise at hearing Negaraku so far from home, stating, \"Far away in Georgia, I heard Negaraku! I never expected to hear Malaysia's national anthem being played by a famous accordionist here in Tbilisi, Georgia, ️ Meet the famous accordion player of Tbilisi!\"\n\nMany Malaysians found the video touching, with some expressing pride in the foreign recognition of their anthem. @dearlyniess commented, \"It is so touching that foreigners know our national anthem. So proud to be Malaysian.\" @Raxa sabre added, \"Not just hearing the song, even seeing our flag makes me feel proud and grateful.\" @Ccp joked about being interrupted while resting after laundry.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: Two Malaysian travellers were in for a surprise when a street accordionist in Tbilisi, Georgia, played Negaraku after learning they were from Malaysia.",
  "key_points": [
    "Malaysian travelers surprised by Georgian accordionist playing Negaraku",
    "Accordionist acknowledged Malaysian nationality before performing anthem",
    "Video touched many Malaysians, sparking pride and gratitude"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The spontaneous performance of the national anthem by a local musician underscores how small gestures of cultural recognition can foster deep pride and emotional connection among travelers abroad.",
  "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."
}