It appears Beyonce Knowles is taking another cue from her 2006 hit song 'Déjà Vu.' It was announced today that the international superstar's much-publicized Oct. 25 concert in Malaysia has been put on ice.
The show -- which drew ire from protesters detracting Beyonce's sexy performance attire -- "has been postponed to a future date to be announced shortly," Malaysia-based promoter Marctensia said in a statement.
The Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party, recognized as the country's largest opposition group, made international headlines when they deemed the show would be inappropriate and immoral for their culture.
As previously reported by the BV Newswire, Knowles canceled her 2007 performance in the Southeast Asia country due to protesters threatening to disrupt it because of her sexual enticing stage attire.
The statement denies any "external reasons" for the Knowles' most recent deferral.
"The postponement is solely (the) decision of the artist and has nothing to do with other external reasons," the company added.
According to the Associated Press, a Marctensia representative declined to say whether the decision was induced by criticism from Islamic conservatives.
Representative's for Beyonce were unavailable for comment at press time.
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl "Mel B" poses for a photo wearing a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness, after a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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In this undated image released by Oxfam Tuesday Sept. 23, 2008, British singer Mel B participates in the 'In My Name' global campaign calling for action against poverty and demanding world leaders keep their promises on millennium development goals. (AP Photo/Oxfam, HO) ** NO SALES **
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl Mel B, left, serves as the emcee at a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. Mel B wears a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. The woman at right is unidentified. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: TV personality and designer Khloe Kardashian and Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard (R) pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Ultimo Scottish designer lingerie brand founder Michelle Mone (L) and pop singer Melanie Brown pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown poses backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown and Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard (R) pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown and singer Aubrey O'Day (R) poses backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown, Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard, singer Aubrey O'Day and TV personality and designer Khloe Kardashian pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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By: "DimePiece" on 10/19/2009 8:22PM
Beyonce should re-schedule if, she can ABIDE BY THEIR RULES and RESPECTS THEIR CULTURE! If she can't, than she can take her tour somewhere else! The people over there aren't playin? It's funny how this tour is on hold? Does Bey really think that she can change their mind doing the hell what she wants? I say that this concert over Malaysia is a DONE DEAL!
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By: Monica on 10/20/2009 6:42PM
I hope that Beyonce quietly decides to not go over there. Anyone from that country who really wants to see her need to be satisfied with videos or see her perform outside of that country. It's not that serious Bey, your safety comes 1st.
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By: smdhatyou on 10/21/2009 9:03PM
i think beyonce has gotten to comfortable with using her body to sell records. shame is she actually has a lotta talent. haven't seen alicia keys naked or in her panties once but she still a superstar. some people have their own values i guess. others have none whatsoever. all i can say is jay z, u got ur self a true whore for a wife brother. smh
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