🇹🇭🇲🇾 Thai Students Learning ‘Joget’ Joget (جوڬيت) is a vibrant traditional Malay dance that traces its roots to Malacca during the colonial era. Heavily influenced by the Portuguese Branyo—introduced through the spice trade—Joget evolved into a distinct cultural expression. In Malacca, it is also fondly referred to as Chakunchak. Beyond Malaysia, Joget also flourished in Singapore’s Malay community following its introduction in 1942. Today, it continues to thrive across borders such as in So

Inspired by the Branyo dance of the Portuguese culture, the Joget dance that was originated from Melaka is now a popular dance to be performed in traditional weddings. | Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation - APU