Kota Samarahan:Arena Gemilang Rul Azhar, also known as Mohamad Faqhrul Azhar Mohamad Zabandi from the Northern Zone, emerged victorious in the Bintang P. Ramlee 2026 competition with his rendition of the song "Derita."

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Rul Azhar secured the top spot and was awarded RM20,000 in cash, along with a trophy and certificate, after surpassing five other finalists in the event held at Arena Gemilang, DeTAR Putra, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS).

Mahathir Zailani from the Sarawak Zone took second place, receiving RM15,000 in cash, a trophy, and a certificate. The third spot was claimed by Jeffryzan Jamil from the Sabah Zone, who was awarded RM10,000, a trophy, and a certificate.

Additionally, Mohd Ridzuan Md Taib from the Southern Zone was recognized with the Best Performance award, earning RM2,000 in cash, a trophy, and a certificate.

The prizes were presented by Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg at the event. Among the attendees were Sarawak Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah and Ministry of Communications Secretary-General Datuk Abdul Halim Hamzah.