KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 -- The push for ideas beyond the comfort zone in Malaysian film production continues to gain momentum with Mikael: Pemburu Dua Alam, the latest local feature directed by Zahir Omar and brought to life through the combined efforts of writer and producer June Tan.

In an industry often guided by familiar genres and proven formulas, a growing number of filmmakers are stepping forward with bold, unconventional concepts that challenge audience expectations.

The story follows Mikael, played by Datuk Remy Ishak, an elite police officer haunted by past trauma, who fights jinns.

When a powerful jinn prince, Torsim (Amir Nafis), emerges with plans to dominate the world by overthrowing seven mystical protectors, Mikael is thr...