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New Straits Times
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: 'Blood Brothers' collects RM62mil at box office, sequel in the works
KUALA LUMPUR: Blood Brothers: Bara Naga continues its reign at the box office, raking in a staggering RM62 million in just 20 days (including early screenings) and solidifying its place among Malaysia's highest-grossing films. The film's success was celebrated in grand fashion with a massive event in Bukit Bintang on Wednesday night. Around 1,500 fans thronged the iconic tourist hotspot, where giant LED screens showcased the film's impressive RM62 million haul. The celebration was graced by the presence of producer Datuk Yusof Haslam, along with co-directors Syafiq Yusof and Abhilash Chandra. The film's stars – Sharnaaz Ahmad, Syafiq Kyle, Shukri Yahaya, Syazwan Zulkifly, Andy Teh, Irfan Zaini, Zamarul Hisham, Ray Dap Dap, Amir Nafis, and Razib Salimin – added to the evening's glamour. Adding a touch of intrigue, 30 black-suited figures, evoking the image of bodyguards, "took over" the area, injecting an air of tension and drama, and bringing the gritty world of "Blood Brothers" to life. The night's electric atmosphere was further heightened by an acoustic performance from Genji Busker, who performed the film's theme song, "Bara Jiwa." "The response has been truly overwhelming and extraordinary. All praise to God for this success, and any shortcomings are our own," said Yusof. "I am deeply grateful for the unwavering support of our audiences, who continue to champion Malaysian cinema. "I am incredibly thankful for this achievement and for the constant innovation that is driving our film industry forward. "The passionate support of our viewers is our greatest inspiration, and we hope that our films continue to entertain and resonate deeply with everyone." Yusof expressed confidence that Blood Brothers would surpass the collection of his son Syafiq's 2024 action film, Sheriff: Narko Integriti, which currently holds the No. 2 spot among Malaysia's highest-grossing local films. "I am confident that Blood Brothers can exceed Sheriff's RM64 million collection," he told Harian Metro. "I have produced 12 films, and Blood Brothers has received extensive promotion and publicity from co-producer Primeworks Studios, including the cast. "So far, all the Blood Brothers actors have willingly participated in the film's nationwide tour to meet with audiences. The cast's involvement has been invaluable." Yusof also revealed ongoing negotiations to screen Blood Brothers in other countries, including Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Indonesia. "I believe it's time for us to take our local films abroad. Therefore, I am determined to negotiate with several countries, including Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Indonesia," he said. "We have received approval from Thailand for Blood Brothers to be screened there, possibly in June. "Before that, we need to allocate an additional budget for the language translation process, which I am happy to do to ensure its success." Meanwhile, Syafiq expressed his gratitude to his father, Yusof, whose company, Skop Productions, provided half of the RM7 million budget for Blood Brothers, and to Primeworks Studios for their extensive promotional support. "Thank you, especially to my father, for investing in Blood Brothers, and to Primeworks Studios for their invaluable assistance with promotions," Syafiq said. "I've given my best to this film, and I'm incredibly grateful to the audience for their support. We'll be back with a sequel, Blood Brothers Part 2: Perang Naga!" The success of Blood Brothers: Bara Naga marks a watershed moment, demonstrating the potential of local action films and paving the way for more ambitious and high-quality productions. It also reflects a growing appreciation among Malaysian audiences for homegrown films that deliver a world-class cinematic experience. Blood Brothers: Bara Naga is currently showing in cinemas across Malaysia, as well as in Singapore and Brunei.
The Star
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
After the stupendous success of 'Blood Brothers: Bara Naga', this year's local biggie, get ready for 'Part 2: Perang Naga'
Local production 'Blood Brothers' is a runaway hit and is leading the pack in the Malaysian movie scene this year. It has already collected around RM55 million after almost three weeks of release with its engrossing story-line and fast-paced action. Locals fans are going wild with the movie that is seen is the same class of top local production such as 'Police Evo 3' and 'Sheriff: Narko Integriti'. But here's come the bigger 'biggie' news. The fans have not got enough of it, and the engrossing tale of brotherhood among bodyguards in the world of mafia is just not over yet. The movie directed by Abhilash Chandra and Syafiq Yusof, will continue in 'Blood Brothers, Part 2: Perang Naga'. This was confirmed by Abhilash during a fans-press meet event at GSC Nu Sentral in Brickfields. Besides Abhilash actors who played pivotal role in the movies such as Irfan Zaini, Andy Teh and Syazwan Zulkifli also attended the event. "It has been a fantastic ride. We just want to keep it going. We thank Malaysian fans for their fantastic support. The movie was led by some very dedicated actors and actresses, and we (the production) thank them all for their hard work," said Abhilash, who also added most of the main cast will be retained for the sequel. "I also like to thank Syafiq for allowing me to work with him in this movie. It is my first take as a director in a major production, and thank god it has turned out to a brilliant effort. I'm thankful Syafiq had the confidence in me to do the job with him." Both Abhilash and Syafiq are also no stranger to each other having worked with each on many different occasions in the past. In fact, while Abhilash is new to the director's chair, he, however, has worked in many other capacities in local big production movies. He was also the chief writer for top hits such as 'Polis Evo 3' and 'The Experts' and was the executive producer for 'Police Evo 2'. Besides Syafiq, Abhilash also paid tribute to Joel Soh, another top local movie producer and director, who led the line for the 'Police Evo' series. "I learnt much from Joel. He is the man who gave me the impetus to go far in this career line. It has always been my dream to be a director for movies. I could not ask for a better start and at the same time experience work with some super excellence teachers in the Malaysian movie scene," said Abhilash, who had first cut his moves in directing short films and advertisements. "It has been a challenging and exciting career path. I love every part of it and I hope I keep achieving something new in my career in the near future." Fans meeting some of the actors of the movie at Nu Sentral on April 29. For the Record The movie is further heated up with the excellent rock ballad 'Bara Jiwa' sung by Azlan Typewriter and Muzza Velvettones. Ever since the song was officially announced as the theme-song for the action thriller -- 'Blood Brothers: Bara Naga' -- 'Bara Jiwa' is now a big favourite with the music fans in the country. The song "Bara Jiwa" also ignites the spirit with its poetic lyrics and deep, moving music, perfectly blending with the film's intense emotions and dramatic action. In less than three weeks since its release, including early screenings, Syafiq's latest action thriller, 'Blood Brothers: Bara Naga', has collected a remarkable RM55 million at the local box office. This marks his third movie to gross above the RM50 million threshold, following Polis Evo 3 (RM50.1 million) and Sheriff: Narko Integriti (RM59 million). It also marked the official entry of Abhilash as leading director in the country. According to Singaporean film distributor Golden Village Pictures, the film has also collected over S$800,000 (RM2.8 million) at the Singapore box office after two weeks of screening. Starring a stellar lineup of local talents – Sharnaaz Ahmad, Syafiq Kyle, Shukri Yahaya, Amelia Henderson, and many more – the film delves into the world of elite bodyguards, filled with betrayal, battles, and the testing of brotherhood bonds. A Story That Burns Bright – Revenge, Brotherhood & Sacrifice: The film follows Ariff (Syafiq Kyle), a bodyguard who is framed and forced to seek the help of his long-lost brother, Jaki (Syazwan Zulkifly). Hunted by his own former best friend and 'big brother', Ghaz (Sharnaaz Ahmad) – the leader of the elite bodyguard team once called the "Blood Brothers" – Ariff becomes entangled in an emotional and soul-shaking war of betrayal in his search for truth. While gangster movies are a staple diet in the Malaysian movie scene, this certain just over two-hour movie stands out due to its engrossing storyline and fine performances of all the actors and actresses involved. The incredible chemistry between Syafiq and Ghaz just carries the movie throughout the show. Fans meeting the actors at the event in Nu Sentral. Delighted Fans At a the fans meet in Nu Sentral, many said they were hoping for more from the entire cast. "What a movie. It is also just wonderful that it also showcased actors and actresses from all races. This movie is a show that has united this country. Malay, Chinese and Indians, we all love this movie," said a fan who wanted to be known as 'Sheila'. For the record, the 'Blood Brothers Fan Meet and Show' in Nu Sentral was organised by Malaysia Ajith Fan Club, Vijay Fan Official Squad and also Malaysia Sivakarthikeyan Fan Club. "This movie unites all races. More such movies should be made. Such moves also pushes the image of the country in th einternational cene," said another fan named Dev. Abhilash also promised make more of such movies. "Art unites all. And actors of all races have shown their promise time and again. Together, we can push Malaysian movies to great heights," Abhilash said. And for the Malaysian fans, they will be waiting for more excellent, engrossing plotlines and first-class slick action moves from Abhilash and Syafiq's take on the world of brotherhood, mafia and special security bodyguards.
The Star
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
'Bara Jiwa' by rock duo Azlan and Muzza is now a fan favourite after being selected as theme song for runaway hit movie 'Blood Brothers'
Local production 'Blood Brothers' is a runaway hit and is leading the pack in the Malaysian movie scene. And the movie is further heated with the incredible rock ballad 'Bara Jiwa' sung by Azlan Typewriter and Muzza Velvettones. Ever since the song was officially announced as the theme-song for the action thriller 'Blood Brothers: Bara Naga', directed by Abhilash Chandra and Syafiq Yusof, 'Bara Jiwa' is now a big favourite with the music fans in the country. Starring a stellar lineup of local talents – Sharnaaz Ahmad, Syafiq Kyle, Shukri Yahaya, Amelia Henderson, and many more – the film delves into the world of elite bodyguards, filled with betrayal, battles, and the testing of brotherhood bonds. "Bara Jiwa" ignites the spirit with its poetic lyrics and deep, moving music, perfectly blending with the film's intense emotions and dramatic action. A Story That Burns Bright – Revenge, Brotherhood & Sacrifice: The film follows Ariff (Syafiq Kyle), a bodyguard who is framed and forced to seek the help of his long-lost brother, Jaki (Syazwan Zulkifly). Hunted by his own former best friend, Ghaz (Sharnaaz Ahmad) – the leader of the elite bodyguard team once called the "Blood Brothers" – Ariff becomes entangled in an emotional and soul-shaking war of betrayal. Aligned with this narrative, "Bara Jiwa" emerges as the inner voice of these characters, blazing with spirit, honor, and vengeance. The chorus of the song, like 'Bara… Jiwa… Menyala…' ('Embers... Soul... Burning...'), echoes the unwavering spirit of those tested by broken trust. Buzz on TikTok – 1.6 Million Views and Counting: "Bara Jiwa" has sparked a phenomenon on social media, amassing over 1.6 million views on TikTok in the first week alone. Its growing popularity highlights the warm reception from fans who have been sharing their epic moments with the song. Now Available on All Streaming Platforms: "Bara Jiwa" is now available for streaming across all major digital platforms. The official lyric video, featuring exclusive footage from Blood Brothers: Bara Naga, was launched on March 14. Song: Bara Jiwa Artists: Azlan Typewriter & Muzza's Velvettones Composer and Lyricist: Muzza Producer: Muzza & Johan John Music Production: Muzza Music Entertainment
Hype Malaysia
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
'Bara Jiwa' Burns Bright As The Soul-Stirring Anthem Of 'Blood Brothers: Bara Naga'
What happens when two of Malaysia's rock powerhouses collide in a blaze of emotion, intensity, and pure vocal fire? You get 'Bara Jiwa' – the official theme song for the adrenaline-charged action thriller 'Blood Brothers: Bara Naga,' performed by the magnetic Azlan Typewriter and the ever-expressive Muzza VELVETTONES. Already making waves on TikTok with over 2.4 million views, this rock ballad isn't just background noise – it's the emotional fuel behind a film that's all about betrayal, brotherhood, and redemption. A Soundtrack For The Fire Within 'Blood Brothers: Bara Naga' follows Ariff (Syafiq Kyle), a loyal bodyguard on the run, falsely accused of a crime and desperate to reunite with his estranged brother, Jaki (Syazwan Zulkifly). Along the way, he faces off against former comrade Ghaz (Sharnaaz Ahmad) in a story packed with explosive action and inner turmoil. This kind of high-stakes drama demands a theme song that hits just as hard. Enter 'Bara Jiwa,' with its gritty vocals, cinematic guitars, and a chorus that sounds like a cry from the soul – 'Bara… Jiwa… Menyala…' It's bold, brooding, and born for the big screen. Rock Royalty, Reunited Here's a fun fact: this is the first major collab between Azlan and Muzza since 2019. Naturally, it feels like a long-overdue reunion of rock royalty. 'It's been ages since I sang with another male vocalist. Working with Muzza was like catching lightning in a bottle – charismatic, creative, and direct. Even more impressive? The entire recording took just an hour. We both came prepared. We had the demo, we knew our parts – and boom, magic happened,' said Azlan. Muzza, on the other hand, brought his signature emotional depth to the songwriting. After watching the film, he crafted the track to echo its key themes – loyalty, sacrifice, and the complex bond between brothers. 'I didn't want it to just be a song. I wanted to channel what the characters were going through. Their fire, their pain – that's what 'Bara Jiwa' is about,' he explained. When Music Meets Cinema, It Just Hits Different More and more, we're seeing Malaysia's film and music scenes intersect – and this is what it looks like when they do it right. This isn't just a promotional track added to a movie. It creates a fully-integrated experience that elevates both the film and the song. For fans of local rock, this duet is a dream collab. For moviegoers, it adds emotional depth to the film's already gripping narrative. And for everyone else? It's your next scream-worthy anthem. Watch the lyric video on YouTube – it comes with exclusive movie scenes. Or blast the track during your midnight drive. 'Bara Jiwa' isn't just a song – it's a statement. Stream 'Bara Jiwa' now on all major platforms, and catch 'Blood Brothers: Bara Naga' – where loyalty gets tested, fists fly, and hearts blaze.
