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The Star
16 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Star
Malaysian entrepreneur apologises for spending ‘only' RM1mil on daughter's 11th birthday
Farhana Zahra (left) also gave her 11-year-old daughter an Apple computer, a Rolex watch and a Toyota Vellfire multi-purpose vehicle. - Photos: Screengrabs from Farhanazahra91/ TikTok KUALA LUMPUR: A Malaysian entrepreneur has come under fire after revealing that she spent RM1 million to throw a lavish birthday for her 11-year-old daughter, and apologised for not spending more. Besides a celebration that featured balloons and cakes, Farhana Zahra, who runs a beauty and dietary supplement business, also gave her daughter extravagant gifts. Among them were an Apple computer, a Rolex watch, and a Toyota Vellfire multi-purpose vehicle. 'Forgive mama, this is all I could afford to give you. I only spent RM1 million for this birthday,' she posted in a June 3 TikTok video, which has since gone viral with over 2.2 million views. She also wished that her daughter's dream of becoming a businesswoman would come true. The video opens with her, her husband and three daughters all dressed in matching black outfits descending a grand staircase. They step onto a stage outside the house where they and the assembled guests sing Happy Birthday to her eldest daughter, whom she called Yaya, before the unveiling of the gifts. Farhana said Yaya's wishes are granted on an almost daily basis, leaving her unsure of what else to give the little girl, adding that she hoped the 'little gifts' would make her happy. The video and Farhana's use of the word 'only' to describe the amount she spent, did not go down well with netizens, who accused her of flaunting her wealth and trying to gain attention. 'Not to be rude, but trying very hard to show off,' a netizen with the handle Aiman said. Another netizen, Mono, said: 'That's not the right way to raise a daughter... I think you're overreacting and trying too hard.' Others noted the impracticality of the gifts, especially the car, as the girl is still too young to drive. '(I) need to know the logic of giving cars to a child... They can't even drive, no they're not even going to drive knowing they can afford (to hire) drivers,' said a netizen with the handle Njwa. In another follow-up video, Farhana also surprised her child's former driver with a luxury car as a token of appreciation. - The Straits Times/ANN
AsiaOne
18 hours ago
- Automotive
- AsiaOne
Malaysian woman apologises to 11-year-old daughter for 'only' spending $300k on her birthday, Malaysia News
A Malaysian influencer has apologised to her daughter for 'only' spending RM1 million (S$303,000) on her 11th birthday, drawing criticism from netizens. In a video posted to Farhana Zahra's TikTok account on Monday (June 2), she documented the elaborate celebration and also apologised for the amount she'd spent for the special day. "This is all mum can afford. Mum only spent 1 million for this birthday," she wrote in the clip. At the start of the video, Farhana, who has over 1.8 million followers on the social media platform, is seen walking down the stairs holding two of her daughters as photographers snap photos and guests cheer. Midway through, she presents her daughter with gifts, which included a brand-new Apple desktop computer and a Rolex watch. Behind the family stands a large banner adorned with pink balloons. But the surprises didn't end there. Toward the end of the video, her daughter, Yaya, is gifted with a black Toyota multi-purpose vehicle, prompting a heartfelt hug between mother and daughter. @farhanazahra91 Selamat ulang tahun Yaya yang ke 11 tahun, besar da anak mama, semoga cita-cita untuk menjadi business women berjaya menjadi kenyataan 🥺 #farhanazahra91 #farhanazahra #cikna ♬ original sound - Farhana Zahra Former driver gifted a brand-new Mercedes In a separate video, Farhana, who's reportedly a beauty and lifestyle brand founder, surprised a special guest — her daughter's former driver — with a brand-new luxury car as part of the birthday celebrations. The red Mercedes-Benz was unveiled after being delivered to the car porch by a trailer truck, drawing the attention of party guests. Farhana then expressed her gratitude to the driver, who had worked for the family for two years, and gifted him the car. She also wished him success in his career as a technician and expressed hope that the gift would support his future journey. In the comments section of the post, several netizens have criticised the lavish spending, with some questioning the mother's parenting style. One commenter wrote, "Even 10 ringgit, if given sincerely from a mother's heart, is more meaningful than spending 1 million just to show off for content." Another said the gesture felt emotionally conflicting, adding: "I don't know if I should be happy or sad, but either way, this doesn't seem like the right way to raise a child." One commenter also chided: "I know you're a successful founder, but don't say 'only one million.' It might be a small amount to you, but to others, it's a lot." Both videos have since garnered over three million views and more than 196,000 likes combined. [[nid:687329]]
Straits Times
21 hours ago
- Automotive
- Straits Times
Malaysian entrepreneur apologises for spending only $300k on daughter's 11th birthday
Ms Farhana Zahra (left) also gave her 11-year-old daughter an Apple computer, a Rolex watch and a Toyota Vellfire multi-purpose vehicle (MPV). PHOTOS: SCREENGRABS FROM FARHANAZAHRA91/TIKTOK A Malaysian entrepreneur has come under fire after revealing that she spent RM1 million (S$303,700) to throw a lavish birthday for her 11-year-old daughter, and apologised for not spending more. Besides a celebration that featured balloons and cakes, Ms Farhana Zahra, who runs a beauty and dietary supplement business, also gave her daughter extravagant gifts. Among them were an Apple computer, a Rolex watch and a Toyota Vellfire multi-purpose vehicle (MPV). 'Forgive mama, this is all I could afford to give you. I only spent RM1 million for this birthday,' she posted in a June 3 TikTok video, which has since gone viral with over 2.2 million views. She also wished that her daughter's dream of becoming a businesswoman will come true. The video opened with her, her husband and three daughters all dressed up in matching black outfits descending a grand staircase. They stepped onto a stage outside the house where they and the assembled guests sang 'Happy birthday' to her eldest daughter, whom she called Yaya, before the unveiling of the gifts. Ms Farhana said Yaya's wishes are fulfilled on an almost daily basis, leaving her unsure of what else to give to the little girl, adding that she hoped the 'little gifts' will make her happy. The video and Ms Farhana use of the word 'only' to describe the amount she spent, did not go down well with netizens, who accused her of flaunting her wealth and trying to gain attention. 'Not to be rude, but trying very hard to show off,' a netizen with the handle Aiman said. Another netizen, Mono, said: 'That's not the right way to raise a daughter... I think you're overreacting and trying too hard.' Others noted the impracticality of the gifts, especially the car, given that the girl is still too young to drive. '(I) need to know the logic of giving cars to a child... They can't even drive, no they're not even going to drive knowing they can afford (to hire) drivers,' said a netizen with the handle Njwa. In another follow-up video, Ms Farhana also surprised her child's former driver with a luxury car as a token of appreciation. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
The Star
16-05-2025
- General
- The Star
‘Iron lass' takes pride in tough-as-bricks job
Compiled by TAN SIN CHOW AND R. ARAVINTHAN IT is not common to see females taking up hard labour jobs but Farhana Husna Jailani has defied all stereotypes by working at a brick manufacturing factory, Harian Metro reported. What started as 'for fun' and 'to gain experience' has become a full-time commitment and source of pride for the 23-year-old. For two years, she shared her routine at the factory in Kota Marudu, Sabah, on social media. 'This job not only requires physical strength, but also mental. 'This is because all the processes of making this building material are done manually,' she said. The Miri, Sarawak, native handles stone blocks weighing 3kg each while the gravel is 7kg. 'Every day, I complete about 300 bricks and blocks with the help of a friend. This is my daily work routine from 8am to 5pm,' she said. Farhana, who holds a diploma in accounting, said she did not care about the type of job as long as it provided her with an income to survive. She said the hard labour was nothing new to her as she used to walk with her mother to sell kueh. 'I come from a poor family and often help my mother with her business after school and on weekends. I also used to walk 10km to school which has made me tough,' she said. Farhana hopes to own her own brick-making business one day. She advised people not to be picky about choosing a job. > Social media influencer Kasih Iris Leona does not condone any act of bullying, even if it is against men who leave lewd comments on her social media account, Kosmo! reported. 'Usually when I get negative comments, I just respond in my mind because we need to 'move forward' and not bully people. 'I thank all parties who have supported me all this time but reject the act of bullying other individuals,' she said on TikTok recently. The 22-year-old, better known as Leona, shared this after seeing many people supporting her when she received lewd comments from a man recently. It is understood that the man disguised himself by using someone else's identity and left nasty comments about her body. 'I actually don't care (about netizen comments) but I understand that the individual used someone else's identity to the point of involving a university. I feel sorry for the real individual,' she said. Meanwhile, in the comments section, netizens generally praised Leona's way of handling the negative situation. (The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a >, it denotes a separate news item.)
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Farhana Bodi on her Cannes outing! Calls Aishwarya Rai her inspiration
Farhana Bodi She's no stranger to the flashbulbs of Cannes, and this year, Farhana Bodi returns to the 78th Cannes Film Festival with her signature flair. A seasoned presence at the world's most stylish cinematic celebration, Farhana reflects on the experience with palpable emotion, saying, 'It's such a special place for me. It's not just about fashion, it's about celebrating art, creativity, and global culture. Every time I walk that red carpet, it feels surreal. The energy, the people, the atmosphere—it's something I genuinely look forward to every year.' Known for her head-turning ensembles, Farhana who was seen in Netflix's Dubai Bling is once again ready to make waves on the red carpet. And this year's look promises to be a standout. She says, 'This year's look is very close to my heart. It's elegant but with a strong, modern twist. I wanted something that reflects my personality—feminine, confident, and a little bit bold. We've been working on every detail for weeks, so I can't wait to finally reveal it. I've been loving metallic tones and clean, sculptural lines lately. It feels fresh and empowering. You might just see a hint of that this year, nothing over-the-top, but definitely something that feels modern and strong.' Curating a couture moment for Cannes is no casual affair. It's a collaborative, detail-oriented process, and Farhana thrives in the creative chaos. 'It's definitely a process! I start with a vision of how I want to feel and look on the red carpet, then work closely with designers whose style matches that vision. There's a lot of back-and-forth, fittings, and fine-tuning. It's a team effort, and I'm grateful to work with people who understand my style and help bring it to life.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo But even amidst the high glamour, Farhana stays grounded in her personal style, gracefully balancing individuality with the expectations of an international stage. 'I always try to stay true to myself, but I also think about the elegance and tradition of Cannes. It's about finding that balance between making a statement and keeping it refined. I want my look to feel authentic but also appropriate for such a prestigious event.' Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . And don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
