KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 -- Muhammad Ilham Shahm, who has been interested in origami since he was six years old, uses the traditional Japanese paper-folding art to bring Malay history and legends to life.

The 23-year-old entrepreneur has used this creative approach to craft the figures of five legendary Malay warriors - Hang Tuah, Hang Jebat, Hang Lekir, Hang Kasturi and Hang Lekiu.

He said origami is not just a foreign art form but can also be a platform to tell local stories in a fresh and engaging way.

"I want to show that origami can also be used to share our own stories, including our legendary figures like Hang Tuah," he said when met at an exhibition held here recently in conjunction with Malaysia Origami Day 2026.

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