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The Star
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Local film 'Gayong' goes global; to be released in 33 Latin American countries
Malaysia's latest action film Gayong (pic) is set to break into the international market with a release in 33 Latin American countries. The movie tells the story of the late Datuk Meor Abdul Rahman, the founder and grandmaster of silat Gayong. Its producer Eric Ong said the opportunity arose after his company Movie Move's international marketing representative secured buyers from Latin America who were very interested in films featuring Asian martial arts, including silat, during the recent Cannes Film Festival in France. "They were clearly drawn to Gayong and considered it an impressive piece with high production quality,' he said in a statement. He added that the film, produced by SOL Pictures, will be released internationally through digital streaming (OTT) platforms only, and will not be screened in cinemas. "We are still waiting for the agreement contract between both parties, which is currently in the process of being finalised. What has been communicated to me is that the release will be for OTT platforms. However, no final decision has been made regarding the release date. "Regardless, I am proud that Gayong can penetrate the Latin American market. It proves that local films and the art of silat have their own unique value and are admired internationally,' he said. Directed by Faisal Ishak, Gayong opened at cinemas in Malaysia and Brunei on May 8, while its Singapore release is scheduled for May 22. The cast includes popular actors such as Beto Kusyairy, Nabila Huda, Syafie Naswip and Indonesian actor Yayan Ruhian. – Bernama
New Straits Times
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: 'Gayong' to stream in 33 Latin American countries
KUALA LUMPUR: SOL Pictures' epic movie, 'Gayong,' is set to enter the international market with its upcoming release in 33 Latin American countries. According to a Berita Harian report today, producer Eric Ong stated that distribution plans began when their international marketing representative attended the Cannes Film Festival and met with interested film parties. "Our marketing representative, Movie Move, successfully secured buyers from Latin America who showed great interest in Asian martial arts films, including those featuring silat," said Ong. "They were particularly drawn to 'Gayong,' finding its script to be strong." 'Gayong' draws inspiration from the true story of the late Datuk Meor Abdul Rahman, the silat grandmaster and founder of silat Gayong. Directed by Faisal Ishak, the film stars popular actors Beto Kusyairy, Nabila Huda, Syafie Naswip, and Indonesian actor Yayan Ruhian in its main cast. Ong added that he is currently awaiting the finalisation of the distribution contract. He clarified that the agreement specifies 'Gayong' will be available exclusively on streaming (Over-The-Top or OTT) platforms and will not include theatrical screenings in the region. "I was informed that it's solely for OTT platforms. However, we still lack details such as the exact release date for subscribers there. "I am proud that 'Gayong' can penetrate the Latin American market. This proves that local films and martial arts have significant value and are sought after by international audiences," he said. 'Gayong' premiered in cinemas nationwide and in Brunei on May 8, and is scheduled to open in Singapore this Thursday.
