#SHOWBIZ: Yassin back in Malaysia, wants to spend time with family
KUALA LUMPUR: Actor and comedian Yassin Yahya, who was reportedly arrested in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on drug-related charges, has been confirmed to have returned to Malaysia.
His wife, Farah Waheeda Maharidan, confirmed his return to Harian Metro, stating simply: "Yes… Yassin has returned to Malaysia."
Farah did not disclose the exact date of Yassin's return but affirmed that her husband, a member of the popular group Senario, was now reunited with his family after an absence of seven months from the entertainment industry.
While not yet prepared to share the full story of Yassin's experience in Jeddah, Farah requested privacy for her husband to recover.
"Please give Yassin space to rest and spend time with his family," she urged.
"Actually, I wanted to keep this quiet, but I understand many are waiting for his return."
According to Farah, Yassin is in good health and has gained weight.
"Thank God he is healthy. His weight is also increasing," she said.
"My whole family and I are happy to be reunited with Yassin."
Previously, Yassin's absence from a Senario group event sparked concern among fans.
The situation escalated when media outlets reported the arrest of a Malaysian comedian at King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah, last October, for possession of marijuana.
Yassin's name was subsequently linked to the incident, although his Senario colleagues declined to comment at the time.
It was understood that the comedian had been sentenced to six months in prison in Saudi Arabia and was expected to return to Malaysia around April.
However, comedian and fellow Scenario member Saiful Apek had stated that Yassin was undergoing rehabilitation rather than being imprisoned.
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