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'Jom Kita Ke Laut': As documentary on stateless Bajau youths faces cinema hurdle, director calls for their voices to be heard (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 7 -- The team behind Jom Kita Ke Laut: Itui Suli-Suli Bajau! has expressed hope that the documentary will pass a reassessment by the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (... Read More


Malaysian actor Faizal Hussein balances acclaimed career with enduring Ultraman ties and upcoming 'Bidaah' sequel

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 6 -- Malaysian actor Faizal Hussein is widely recognised as a seasoned performer, having brought to life iconic characters such as Roy in the 1986 classic Gila-Gila Remaja and Ilham... Read More


Viu's cult drama 'Bidaah' stirs fierce debates, returns as 'Walid' with power struggles and new faces

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 5 -- Viu's Bidaah debuted last year to critical praise for its unflinching portrayal of a predatory cult leader, igniting heated regional debates on faith, power, and manipulation. ... Read More


Astro Shaw lights the fuse: First ASCU clip teases Malaysia's own cinematic universe (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 30 -- In December 2024, Astro Shaw lifted the curtain on its boldest long-term plan yet: the Astro Shaw Cinematic Universe (ASCU), a shared universe tying together characters from a... Read More


Viu Malaysia stakes its claim in OTT by championing local originals over global giants

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 28 -- Viu Malaysia has indeed carved out its place in the ever-evolving over-the-top (OTT) streaming landscape. While platforms like Netflix and Disney+ are known for their steady ... Read More


Before the reboot: Why 'Girl from Nowhere' became SE Asia's cult Thai series

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 25 -- Thai content has been gaining ground in Malaysia, with acclaimed titles such as How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies (2024) and the Death Whisperer franchise - whose third... Read More


Louis Koo, Raymond Lam, Jessica Hsuan draw thousands to 'Back to the Past' promo in Pavilion KL

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 24 -- Thousands of fans flooded Pavilion Kuala Lumpur yesterday, transforming the mall into a sea of anticipation for the arrival of the cast of the Hong Kong blockbuster Back to th... Read More


'No filter, no mercy': Singaporean comedian Kumar returns to KL with biggest Malaysian show yet in 'FIFTY50'

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 23 -- Get ready for a night of laughter as popular Singaporean comedian Kumarason Chinnadurai - better known as Kumar - takes the stage for his stand-up show, 'KUMAR: FIFTY50', in K... Read More


RM60m and counting: 'Papa Zola The Movie' overtakes 'Ejen Ali 2' to become Malaysia's top-grossing animation (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 15 -- Local animation Papa Zola The Movie has hit a major milestone, recording a box office collection of RM59.8 million in Malaysia alone, surpassing last year's full Malaysian run... Read More


'I'd love to do action movies': Malaysian star Mira Filzah on dream roles and advice for newcomers

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 14 -- Every actor wishes to step into diverse roles to hone their craft and push themselves out of their comfort zone, aiming to make a name in the entertainment industry. Malaysia... Read More