Latest news with #Angkat
Sinar Daily
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sinar Daily
More Malaysians embrace sign language through music, online platforms
MANY people may assume that sign language is exclusively for the hearing-impaired and those within that community, and therefore see no need to learn it, especially since the hand gestures used in communication can appear somewhat complex. However, efforts by some local singers to include sign language in their music videos have, to a certain extent, succeeded in popularising it. Among the trending music videos featuring sign language were those by local singer Mimifly, whose real name is Shamimi Amalina Norhisham. She featured hand gestures as part of the choreography for her songs 'Serumpun' and 'Angkat' released this year and last year respectively. Both videos gained widespread attention, particularly on TikTok, as many users took on the challenge of dancing to the rhythm and lyrics, sharing their own videos on the social media platform. Mimifly said her decision to feature sign language in her music videos was to connect with the hearing-impaired community. Previously, Nur Nabila Mohd Razali, better known as Nabila Razali, also drew attention when she translated her festive song 'Raya Mana' into sign language. The singer revealed she learned sign language from YouTube. EDUCATING THROUGH SONG Educator Abdul Halim Mohd Nasa is also doing his part to raise awareness about sign language to foster a more inclusive environment for the deaf community. This special education teacher for hearing-impaired students at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Tunku Ampuan Durah in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, has adopted a creative approach by translating song lyrics into sign language and sharing them on his TikTok account, @Alimzsensei, which quickly captured the attention of his followers. Halim, who became active on TikTok in 2022, has been featuring popular and trending songs in his content, performing lip-syncs synchronised with hand gestures and facial expressions. Among the songs he has covered are 'Salam Terakhir' (Sudirman), 'Hening Rindu' (Marsha Milan) and 'Angkat' (Mimifly). The videos he uploads regularly garner tens of thousands of views, earning a spot on the platform's For You Page (FYP). "Most of the songs are requests from TikTok followers and I simply fulfill them to help people learn basic sign language through my video content,' said Abdul Halim, who now has over 27,000 followers on TikTok. "I originally made TikTok videos about pastries, then one of my students asked me to do a singing video... then came (the idea of) teaching sign language through singing and songs. "At the time, my only intention was to create awareness so that more people would learn and communicate in sign language. For me, this approach is easier because while entertaining, we are also educating.' Halim said he is also happy to note that society is now more open and willing to learn sign language. "As an educator for students with special needs (hearing impairment), I am pleased when individuals, including artistes, help elevate and empower sign language, which indirectly acknowledges the presence of the deaf community in society. "This is also a positive sign as we are encouraging more people to learn sign language, which I believe is essential when interacting with the hearing-impaired,' he told Bernama. Abdul Halim, who has been teaching students with special needs for the last 15 years, said at first, he only had a basic knowledge of sign language before taking the initiative to learn it himself from students and other teachers, as well as by joining short courses organised by various parties, including the Malaysian Federation of the Deaf. ENHANCE INTERACTION Meanwhile, head of the Special Education Programme at the Faculty of Education, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Dr Mohd Norazmi Nordin said sign language is a visual language or form of communication that emphasises the use of hands, facial expressions and body movements to convey messages. He said by understanding sign language, members of the public can communicate more effectively with the deaf and mute community, which in turn helps foster empathy and improve social interaction, thus making it easier for the hearing-impaired to carry out their daily tasks. He also explained that the sign language used within the community is not just a set of ordinary "gestures' but one with its own grammar structure, just like spoken languages. In this country, Malaysian Sign Language (BIM) is recognised as the principal language of the deaf community and it was developed based on the structure of Bahasa Melayu, while also possessing its own unique visual and linguistic features. "In the school education system, we also use the Bahasa Melayu Hand Code (KTBM), which is more structured in terms of syntax and morphology. Both structures play distinct and important roles in communication and the language learning process of students with hearing disabilities. "An understanding of the linguistic aspects of sign language should also be emphasised so that society does not underestimate its use,' he said. Norazmi said sign language should be more widely used across all official communication channels, including print and electronic media. He added that the initiatives by RTM and Bernama TV to feature sign language interpreters in news broadcasts should be emulated by other television stations. "The deaf community also has the right to access information just like everyone else. We need to move toward truly disability-friendly broadcasting. "By expanding the use of sign language interpreters in mass media, we are not only granting access to the hearing-impaired community but also educating other viewers on the need for inclusive communication. This will raise general awareness that every citizen, regardless of ability, deserves equal opportunities to receive information and news,' he said. ACCEPTANCE Norazmi added that the presence of sign language interpreters on television also provides direct exposure to millions of viewers, allowing them to learn sign language as well. This effort, he said, is a strategic step toward mainstreaming sign language, which should not be viewed solely as a communication tool but also as a valuable professional skill. "There could be even more exciting initiatives in the future, such as having well-known sign language interpreters, possibly from among celebrities, which would not only create new career opportunities but also elevate the status of sign language itself,' he said. Norazmi said although sign language has gained wider acceptance in society, many still do not truly understand it as appreciation of the language as well as its use as a medium of communication remain limited. "There needs to be more exposure and training at various levels. Many parties have begun to take the initiative by organising workshops, courses and digital content to introduce sign language to the public. "However, these efforts need to be supported more comprehensively, including through government policies, educational institutions and the media,' he said. - BERNAMA
Barnama
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Barnama
Teaching Sign Language Through Music
M any people may assume that sign language is exclusively for the hearing-impaired and those within that community, and therefore see no need to learn it, especially since the hand gestures used in communication can appear somewhat complex. However, efforts by some local singers to include sign language in their music videos have, to a certain extent, succeeded in popularising it. Among the trending music videos featuring sign language were those by local singer Mimifly, whose real name is Shamimi Amalina Norhisham. She featured hand gestures as part of the choreography for her songs 'Serumpun' and 'Angkat' released this year and last year respectively. Both videos gained widespread attention, particularly on TikTok, as many users took on the challenge of dancing to the rhythm and lyrics, sharing their own videos on the social media platform. Mimifly said her decision to feature sign language in her music videos was to connect with the hearing-impaired community. Previously, Nur Nabila Mohd Razali, better known as Nabila Razali, also drew attention when she translated her festive song 'Raya Mana' into sign language. The singer revealed she learned sign language from YouTube. EDUCATING THROUGH SONG Educator Abdul Halim Mohd Nasa is also doing his part to raise awareness about sign language to foster a more inclusive environment for the deaf community. This special education teacher for hearing-impaired students at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Tunku Ampuan Durah in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, has adopted a creative approach by translating song lyrics into sign language and sharing them on his TikTok account, @Alimzsensei, which quickly captured the attention of his followers. Abdul Halim, who became active on TikTok in 2022, has been featuring popular and trending songs in his content, performing lip-syncs synchronised with hand gestures and facial expressions. Among the songs he has covered are 'Salam Terakhir' (Sudirman), 'Hening Rindu' (Marsha Milan) and 'Angkat' (Mimifly). The videos he uploads regularly garner tens of thousands of views, earning a spot on the platform's For You Page (FYP). 'Most of the songs are requests from TikTok followers and I simply fulfill them to help people learn basic sign language through my video content,' said Abdul Halim, who now has over 27,000 followers on TikTok. 'I originally made TikTok videos about pastries, then one of my students asked me to do a singing video... then came (the idea of) teaching sign language through singing and songs. 'At the time, my only intention was to create awareness so that more people would learn and communicate in sign language. For me, this approach is easier because while entertaining, we are also educating.' Abdul Halim said he is also happy to note that society is now more open and willing to learn sign language. 'As an educator for students with special needs (hearing impairment), I am pleased when individuals, including artistes, help elevate and empower sign language, which indirectly acknowledges the presence of the deaf community in society. 'This is also a positive sign as we are encouraging more people to learn sign language, which I believe is essential when interacting with the hearing-impaired,' he told Bernama. Abdul Halim, who has been teaching students with special needs for the last 15 years, said at first, he only had a basic knowledge of sign language before taking the initiative to learn it himself from students and other teachers, as well as by joining short courses organised by various parties, including the Malaysian Federation of the Deaf. ENHANCE INTERACTION Meanwhile, head of the Special Education Programme at the Faculty of Education, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Dr Mohd Norazmi Nordin said sign language is a visual language or form of communication that emphasises the use of hands, facial expressions and body movements to convey messages. He said by understanding sign language, members of the public can communicate more effectively with the deaf and mute community, which in turn helps foster empathy and improve social interaction, thus making it easier for the hearing-impaired to carry out their daily tasks. He also explained that the sign language used within the community is not just a set of ordinary 'gestures' but one with its own grammar structure, just like spoken languages. In this country, Malaysian Sign Language (BIM) is recognised as the principal language of the deaf community and it was developed based on the structure of Bahasa Melayu, while also possessing its own unique visual and linguistic features. 'In the school education system, we also use the Bahasa Melayu Hand Code (KTBM), which is more structured in terms of syntax and morphology. Both structures play distinct and important roles in communication and the language learning process of students with hearing disabilities. 'An understanding of the linguistic aspects of sign language should also be emphasised so that society does not underestimate its use,' he said. Mohd Norazmi said sign language should be more widely used across all official communication channels, including print and electronic media. He added that the initiatives by RTM and Bernama TV to feature sign language interpreters in news broadcasts should be emulated by other television stations. 'The deaf community also has the right to access information just like everyone else. We need to move toward truly disability-friendly broadcasting. 'By expanding the use of sign language interpreters in mass media, we are not only granting access to the hearing-impaired community but also educating other viewers on the need for inclusive communication. This will raise general awareness that every citizen, regardless of ability, deserves equal opportunities to receive information and news,' he said. ACCEPTANCE Mohd Norazmi added that the presence of sign language interpreters on television also provides direct exposure to millions of viewers, allowing them to learn sign language as well. This effort, he said, is a strategic step toward mainstreaming sign language, which should not be viewed solely as a communication tool but also as a valuable professional skill. 'There could be even more exciting initiatives in the future, such as having well-known sign language interpreters, possibly from among celebrities, which would not only create new career opportunities but also elevate the status of sign language itself,' he said. Mohd Norazmi said although sign language has gained wider acceptance in society, many still do not truly understand it as appreciation of the language as well as its use as a medium of communication remain limited. 'There needs to be more exposure and training at various levels. Many parties have begun to take the initiative by organising workshops, courses and digital content to introduce sign language to the public. 'However, these efforts need to be supported more comprehensively, including through government policies, educational institutions and the media,' he said. -- BERNAMA
Hype Malaysia
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
(Video) Fans Request A Mimifly & DOLLA Collaboration Following Viral 'MWA!' Challenge
Malaysian girl group DOLLA's latest single, 'MWA!', has not only gone viral locally but has also been making waves in Brazil, thanks to its Brazilian funk-inspired sound. The group recently released the official dance practice video, and fans have been enthusiastically taking part in the 'MWA!' dance challenge on social media. Another local artist known for going viral is rapper-singer Mimifly, who has received overwhelmingly positive feedback for incorporating sign language into the choreography of her songs 'Angkat' and 'Serumpun'. It was only a matter of time before DOLLA and Mimifly met up and collaborated to break the internet. Here's what happened: Yesterday (Sunday, 18th May), DOLLA shared a video on their social media pages of themselves doing the 'MWA!' dance challenge, with none other than Mimifly. The two acts met backstage at the recent 'MeleTOP TVS' concert, held at the Miri Indoor Stadium in Sarawak. As a dancer herself, the rapper had no trouble picking up the choreography and performed the challenge effortlessly alongside the idol group. 'One with queen @mimiflyyy 💋,' the performers captioned the video. The video has since gone viral across multiple social media platforms, with fans praising both artists. Many commented on how Mimi carries a distinctive aura that makes her stand out, while others have been manifesting a collaboration with DOLLA, whether on a brand-new track or, at the very least, a remix of 'MWA!'. Some also suggested that Mimifly should become the new fourth member of the popular group. We couldn't agree more that a collaboration between Mimifly and DOLLA has all the makings of a chart-topper. Here's hoping the day comes when these powerhouse artists team up on a track. Apart from the 'Angkat' singer, the girl group also did the dance challenge with a few other artists, including local singer Elizabeth Tan and Korean DJ, DJ SODA. Watch the viral clip with Mimifly below: DOLLA's 'MWA!' challenge with other artists: Sources: TikTok, Instagram
The Star
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
The ever-likeable Mimi Fly is soaring now as her phenomenal Raya hit 'Serumpun' goes past an incredible 10.6 million hits in YouTube
Selangor-born Mimi Fly is flying high and continues to soar even further these days. First her hit song 'Angkat' won many admiration with cutting-edge dance moves together with excellent lyric and music composition. And that is already nearing five million hits in YouTube and doing excellently in social-media sites. Then last month she just stepped up another notch with her Hari Raya Song 'Serumpun'. It was to be a Ramadan and Hari Raya to remember for ever-likeable and down-to-earth singer. 'Serumpun' is such a favourite with music fans that it has given her magical numbers (10.67 million hits and counting) in YouTube and it has also become a social media sensation, particularly through the #SerumpunChallenge on TikTok. And beyond its YouTube success, 'Serumpun' is also making waves on Spotify, currently sitting at number 37 on the platform's daily Top 50 – Malaysia chart. Mimi, whose real name is Shamimi Amalina Norhisham, is also a member of the local hip-hop group One Nation Emcees, has now certainly establish herself a true Malaysian music star and can count herself among the current best in the country. The song, penned and performed by Mimi Fly, has received an overwhelming response, with thousands of social media users creating creative videos, including group dance performances with family and friends. Adding to the excitement, a group of Indian women took the initiative to recreate the Serumpun music video, mirroring the original concept, as a show of support for the song's powerful message of unity. Recently, their Indian dancers spokesperson, local actress Pashini Sivakumar, said the decision to reproduce the video was driven by their admiration for the song's melody and choreography, as well as their appreciation for Mimi Fly's courage in responding to feedback from netizens, by deleting and re-recording the original video. Blending traditional and modern musical elements, Serumpun delivers a vibrant melody with a profound message of unity, joy, and the cherished warmth of Aidilfitri. "We (Mimi Fly and team) were just thrilled when so many fans (of all races) acknowledging our efforts and responded positively. It's truly an honour for us. "Actually, we never expected such an overwhelming response, and the diverse comments from people of different backgrounds show that unity is something we naturally embrace. "That is what Malaysians should celebrate, rather than focusing on things that divide us," said Mimi, who once again rocked the stage when she performed during the Sony Hari Raya Open House in KL on Wednesday (April 25). "This (Serumpun) is also my first Raya effort. I'm just so thankful for all the support. I like to thank my fans for their love. It was an amazing effort all the way and me and my team are so gracious about it. "This came after the song 'Angkat' too. This two efforts was a big boom for me and my team. You know, my team who very much my family, we worked so hard for all. I thank my team for sticking by me all this while too. "Hard and honest always pay off. These two songs gave us this and I hope it will give us impetus to even push harder for more better efforts for our fans and family. Again, I thank all my fans, music lovers and also my family (my team)," said the former SM Assunta student, who hails from Petaling Jaya. Speaking about the success of her current two songs, Mimi admitted that she felt the pressure of keeping the momentum for her next single. "My mum always said not to let previous success or failure affect what we do now. As an artiste, we have to continue to create and not let the past work influence our future creations. We can't limit our creativity just because of the success of the previous work," she said. "But I m ready for the challenge. My team is confident that we can come up with another super effort. We are so excited about it, but I rather let it be under wraps. It has be to one of the best of our efforts and then we will introduce it tp world and I just hope that it will impress the fans again." For the record, during the Sony Hari Raya event many other leading and upcoming singers also performed during the event. Among them who gave a stirring performance included the evergreen Misha Omar, who also announced after her performance that she and her team are gearing up for a major live concert in a top arena later this year. Besides Mimi and Misha, the other who also performed during the event which was attended by many top artistes and Sony's leading partners included pop stars such as Sherry Al Hadad, Wany Hasrita, the amazing rap duo of Kmy Kmo-Luca Sickta, Hafiz Hamidun and other young and up coming singers.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mimi Fly won't let past successes influence next single
23 Apr - Mimi Fly recently revealed that she has plans to release a new single following the success of both "Angkat" and her Eid song, "Serumpun". The singer, real name Shamimi Amalina Norhisham, said that the single is currently in the process, but that it will take a little bit of time seeing that she is still promoting both aforementioned songs. "My biggest concern right now is the time. Like 'Serumpun' earlier, it had to be done in a hurry because a lot of celebrities had already released their Eid songs at the time while I was still promoting 'Angkat'. For the next single, I will need some time for it," she said. Speaking about the success of the previous two songs, Mimi admitted that she felt the pressure of keeping the momentum for her next single. "My mum always said not to let previous success or failure affect what we do now. As an artiste, we have to continue to create and not let the past work influence our future creations. We can't limit our creativity just because of the success of the previous work," she said. Mimi said that she needs the freedom to create and whatever comes next will not be influenced by what she has presented prior. (Photo Source: Mimi IG)
