Qing Ming 2026 encounter with Kharisma again ! (Bukit Brown)

Bukit Brown has always been a magical place for all and today we had another special chance encounter with Kharisma (Charisma with a K) alias Johnny (a name he is known now after he retired from race horsing with the closure of the Singapore Turf Club). 

He is no ordinary horse, because Kharisma in his prime was a champion race horse having won a lot of prize money for his previous owner. Today, he was out about with his 2 doggy pals and his human companions. Born in Australia in 2016, Kharisma has indeed has come a long way and now enjoying a well deserved retirement with the due care and love. 

Former Champion Race Horse Kharisma -now know as Johnny out on his morning walk 

Former Champion Race Horse Kharisma aka Johnny's human friends 

You can see one of Kharisma doggy pal out and about as well

Kharisma biodata (source: Racing and Sports Australia)

Xu Meibao also shared in Heritage Singapore Bukit Brown of her encounter in Bukit Brown on 5 April 2025  with Kharisma, so he is definitely no stranger to this place. I realise from that post, i met Kharisma last year as well. 

My encounter with Kharisma in April 2025

Here's wishing you good health Kharisma and to your human companions, thank you for sharing with me his story and your love, care and dedication in keeping Kharisma healthy and happy.