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New Straits Times
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
Fattah's directorial debut shows flair, confidence
FATTAH Amin's directorial debut with the telemovie "Noktah Dosa" showcases his creative touch and his 14 years of experience in the entertainment industry. Those who caught the gritty drama that aired on TV3 drew parallels between the artiste, whose real name is Abd Fattah Mohd Amin, and his cousins, Syamsul and Syafiq Yusof. One Netizen said: "Fattah is Syamsul Yusof's cousin. He would have quite a bit of experience behind the scenes." Another said: "There's certainly 'class'. Fattah's touch is brilliant. He could soon follow in the footsteps of Syamsul and Syafiq." A fan said: "Fattah can go far as a director. The storyline is interesting, and it's also down to the solid cast." "Noktah Dosa" is one of the telemovies on TV3's Dari Lensa Ke Layar slate, an initiative to nurture local talent and give actors a chance to direct. Others who received this opportunity are Zahiril Adzim, Siti Saleha and Janna Nick. "Noktah Dosa" centres on Hafiz (Nafiz Muaz), a postgraduate sociology student researching prostitution. His work leads him to Kamelia (Datin Elvina Mohamad). He attempts to rescue her from her situation, but the presence of Madam (Jasmin Hamid) complicates Hafiz's task. Fattah expressed his gratitude for the chance to direct and for being entrusted with a meaningful script. "My first telemovie highlights a clear message. We shouldn't be quick to judge, even if someone is in a profession that appears sinful on the surface. "Guidance belongs to God and can reach anyone at any time." Produced by Anomalous Films, "Noktah Dosa" can be streamed on Tonton.
Borneo Post
07-07-2025
- Borneo Post
Indonesian duo jailed 24 years for armed gang robbery; two accomplices claim trial
File photo for illustration purposes MIRI (July 7): Two Indonesians were each sentenced to a total of 24 years in prison after pleading guilty in the Sessions Court here today to committing armed gang robbery. Jaya Kurniawan, 52, and Syamsul Ariffin, 55, made the plea before Judge Afidah Abdul Rahman to two charges under Section 395 of the Penal Code read together with Section 397 of the same Code. The Section provides for up to 20 years' imprisonment and whipping, upon conviction. The judge sentenced both accused to 12 years in prison for each count—to run consecutively—but spared them from whipping as they are over the age of 50. On the first count, Jaya and Syamsul were charged with robbing a senior citizen of RM3,900 in cash while armed with a machete, screwdriver and sharp tool, at a house on Jalan Hainan Hillstone 4 here at around 7.55pm on June 13, 2025. On the second count, they were charged with robbing a 38-year-old man of RM18,700 in cash while armed with a machete, screwdriver and sharp tool, at a house in Taman Viana, Jalan Bakam at around 4am on June 19, 2025. Meanwhile, the court set Aug 5 for case management for a local man and another Indonesian after they claimed trial to the same two charges. Ling King Ai, 57, from Jalan Sena, Lutong here and Hendra, 38, were not offered bail and ordered to be further remanded pending the date. Separately, Judge Afidah sentenced Jaya, Syamsul and Hendra to six months in jail each after they pleaded guilty to entering Malaysia illegally. Hendra was also ordered to be whipped three times, while Jaya and Syamsul were spared due to their age. All three were also ordered to be referred to the Malaysian Immigration Department for deportation upon the completion of their custodial sentence. They were charged under Section 6(1) of the Immigration Act 1959/63, punishable under Section 6(3) of the same Act, which provides for a fine not exceeding RM10,000 or up to five years' jail, or both, and up to six strokes of the cane, upon conviction. The facts of the case stated that Jaya, Syamsul and Hendra were stopped for inspection on suspicion of being foreigners, at around 10.15am on June 19 at a lot in Desa Senadin here. All three failed to produce any valid travel documents and were taken to the Miri Central police station for further action. Deputy public prosecutor David Bakit Nuing prosecuted all the cases, while none of the accused was represented by legal counsel. armed gang robbery Court crime Indonesian
New Straits Times
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Yusof Haslam: I never thought my sons would create phenomenal movies
KUALA LUMPUR: Filmmaker Datuk Yusof Haslam, 70, never thought that the top five best-selling local films of all time would be the work of his sons, Syamsul and Syafiq. In a Harian Metro report yesterday, Yusof said that he never expected the duo to become "giants" of the Malaysian film industry. "I am grateful to God for the success of my sons Syamsul and Syafiq. We never dreamed of this," said Yusof, who is best known for his 1990s Sembilu film series and his long-running police drama series Gerak Khas. Social media is currently abuzz with news of the Top 5 highest-grossing local films. Heading the list is Mat Kilau: Kebangkitan Pahlawan directed by Syamsul with a collection of RM97.4 million. This is followed by Sheriff: Narko Integriti (RM63.2 million by Syafiq), Blood Brothers: Bara Naga (RM62 million by Syafiq), Polis Evo 3 (RM54.1 million by Syafiq) and Munafik 2 (RM48 million by Syamsul). Yusof, who is also the owner of Skop Productions Sdn Bhd, said that he was delighted that his sons' movies were a hit with moviegoers. "I'm done with my era of achieving box-office hits. Now, it is my children's turn to make films, while I focus on drama series." Yusof also said that Syamsul was working on a new film, Original Gangster. "I hope that other young directors will also achieve success and elevate the local film industry," he said. The latest film directed by Syafiq and produced by Skop Productions, Blood Brothers has raked in an extraordinary RM62 million after 20 days.
New Straits Times
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Puteri Sarah: Discard feelings of vengeance for the sake of your children
KUALA LUMPUR: Former spouses must let go of grudges, discard feelings of vengeance and maintain a good relationship for the sake of their children. Actress Puteri Sarah Liyana, 40, has shared this tip with divorcees who want to make sure their children have a good relationship with both their parents. Puteri Sarah said that she and her ex-husband, director Syamsul Yusof, had agreed to maintain a good relationship for the sake of their children's future. "We did agree to be good friends for the sake of the children because we want to see them happy. "If people ask, is it difficult for me to let go of grudges? For me, just let go, and make yourself happy," she said when met at a Hari Raya Aidilfitri open house at a leading hotel in the federal capital yesterday. When asked how she divided her time between her acting career, business and children after becoming a single mother, Puteri Sarah said that she received great advice and help from her family members, including her former in-laws, Datuk Yusof Haslam and Datin Patimah Ismail. "My relationship with Syamsul has been trouble-free after our divorce. "Syamsul agrees to meet the children every week. My family members and my in-laws, also play a role in this," she said. Puteri Sarah said that she was slowing down her acting to focus on her business. "I'm focusing more on my business now because I want to spend more time with my children. "I'll get the children ready before they go to school and then I'll go to the office. "And when I come back from the office, I'll stay with the children at home," she said. Puteri Sarah and Syamsul were married on March 8, 2014 and were blessed with two children, Syaikhul Islam, 7, and Sumayyah, 5. However, the couple were divorced on June 14, 2023.
New Straits Times
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Aaron, Sharnaaz 'bury the hatchet' after two years
KUALA LUMPUR: After two years of not seeing eye-to-eye, actors Datuk Aaron Aziz and Sharnaaz Ahmad have finally resolved their differences and "buried the hatchet". Aaron, 49, said in a TikTok live broadcast yesterday that they had both chosen to "forgive and forget". "Each of us has apologised and admitted that we were wrong, we are moving on," he said. "This is also for the sake of our children. We do not want our children to follow our footsteps of not getting on with each other." Sharnaaz, 39, said: "We don't want to prolong our differences as it is not healthy for us. Both of us have careers and families." He thanked Aaron for his willingness to "make peace" and wished him success in his life and career. "Thank you, brother, for being mature in handling this situation. If we sit down to chat, and it's my fault, I'm sorry," he said. A misunderstanding between them occurred when Sharnaaz commented on an issue involving Aaron and director Syamsul Yusof, purpotedly taking Syamsul's side. Syamsul said that Aaron was dropped from the movie The Original Gangster due to health issues, and Aaron criticised Syamsul, saying that the director's reasons for dropping him were baseless.
