KUALA LUMPUR, July 18 -- The ninth Malaysia International Film Festival (MIFFest) opened last night at MyTown Shopping Centre, ushering in eight days of screenings, red carpet glamour and global storytelling from July 18 to 25.

Embodying the theme of 'Resonance', the launch ceremony brought together filmmakers, jury members, and celebrities, who graced the red carpet united by a shared passion for storytelling and film.

Festival founder Joanne Goh reflected on the event's growth over the past nine years.

"This is like a nine-year-old baby, and it's growing.

"I've seen MIFFest expand every year, attracting not only local audiences but also international visitors who come to Malaysia during the festival period."

"I'm really happy to ke...