Record-breaking King of Hades effigy maker Gan Kheng Leong dies at 66
Master temple artisan Gan Kheng Leong, known for his record-breaking King of Hades effigies, has passed away at 66. He was a celebrated figure in Malaysian cultural craftsmanship, dedicated to his art until his final days.
Why it matters
His death marks the loss of a significant cultural practitioner who preserved traditional religious artistry in Malaysia.
ALOR SETAR: For more than a decade, master temple artisan Gan Kheng Leong gave life to the towering King of Hades (Tai Su Yeah in Hokkien) effigies that became the centrepiece of Hungry Ghost Festival celebrations in Kedah, with one even earning a place in the Malaysian Book of Records (MBOR).
The article is a straightforward obituary and tribute to a local cultural figure.
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