Hot FM Remains Malaysia’s No.1 Radio Station While Fly FM Continues to Dominate English Radio
Bangsar, 14 April 2026 – Media Prima Audio (MPA) continues to reinforce its standing as one of Malaysia’s most influential media networks, reaching 6.1 million weekly listeners nationwide according to the latest Nielsen survey, reaffirming its leadership across radio, digital and experiential platforms.
Leading the network is Hot FM, which retains its position as Malaysia’s No.1 radio station, growing to 4.3 million weekly listeners alongside an impressive 2.6 billion video views, further solidifying its status as the nation’s most influential Malay entertainment brand and a premier platform for advertisers seeking unmatched scale and cultural relevance.
Meanwhile, Fly FM continues its strong momentum in the English radio segment, reaching 2.1 million weekly listeners and generating 691 million video views across digital platforms. Driven by its content-first strategy, Fly FM has evolved beyond traditional radio into a lifestyle-led brand that engages Malaysians across on-air, digital and live experiences. Signature initiatives such as Sunset Jam further demonstrate the brand’s ability to connect with audiences through culture-shaping, experience-led activations.
Further contributing to MPA’s continued growth, Kool FM recorded an 8.3% increase in listenership, reaching 576,000 weekly listeners, reflecting growing demand for its fresh, relatable and engaging content proposition.
MPA’s ecosystem also continues to expand significantly, further amplifying the reach and impact of its brands beyond radio. Molek FM generated 340 million video views, maintaining its position as the preferred station for East Coast audiences, while Eight WuXian recorded an exceptional 83% growth, reaching 197 million video views, reinforcing its influence and trusted connection within Malaysia’s Chinese-speaking community.
With a growing multi-platform ecosystem spanning radio, digital and experiential touchpoints, MPA offers advertisers more than just audience reach. It provides brands with the ability to tap into deeply engaged communities, create culturally relevant campaigns and connect with Malaysians in moments that matter.
“In today’s fragmented media landscape, brands need more than visibility. They need relevance, influence and the ability to connect with audiences in ways that truly matter. At Media Prima Audio, we combine scale, creativity and cultural understanding to help brands do exactly that. We do not just deliver impressions. We create impact. Because in today’s market, being seen is no longer enough. Brands need to be remembered.”
Sources: Nielsen (CMV), January 2025 to December 2025, based on past week listenership. Peninsular Malaysia among individuals aged 15 years and above. REVMA, YouTube Analytics and Sprout Social (Digital Penstriman, Video Views and Engagement), January 2025 to December 2025.