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Malay Mail
2 hours ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Malay Mail's Top 10 Picks: ‘Ejen Ali The Movie 2: Misi Satria' smashes box office records, stays top of the charts
KUALA LUMPUR, June 6 — Ejen Ali The Movie 2: Misi Satria is showing no signs of slowing down, raking in an impressive RM40.6 million in just 13 days and expanding its fanbase to international markets including Canada and Australia. The animated sequel continues to dominate local cinemas and holds firmly to its No. 1 spot. This week's chart also marks the debut of the highly anticipated Keluang Man film, which opens at No. 4 behind Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning and the live-action Lilo & Stitch remake. With June in full swing, there's no better time to dive into top-tier entertainment. From must-watch films and trending series to chart-topping music and buzzworthy books, Malay Mail has rounded up the week's best picks you won't want to miss. Top 10 films in local cinemas (Domestic & International) (May 29 to June 1) Ejen Ali The Movie 2: Misi Satria Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning Lilo & Stitch Keluang Man Final Destination Bloodlines You Are My Son j-hope Tour 'HOPE ON THE STAGE' In Japan Live Viewing Blood Brothers: Bara Naga DAN DA DAN: Evil Eye Ace Source: and GSC Top 10 streaming on Netflix and Viu (May 26 to June 1) Netflix (Top 10 TV) TV Series Tastefully Yours: Limited Series The Haunted Palace: Season 1 Our Unwritten Seoul: Limited Series Bet: Season 1 Oh My Ghost Clients: Season 1 Black Out: Season 1 Ejen Ali: Season 1 Sirens: Limited Series Ejen Ali: Season 2 Dear Hongrang: Season 1 Source: Netflix Top 10 Viu (Top 10 shows) Sugar Daddy Pabila Dia Tersenyum The Haunted Palace Lambaian Huda Running Man (2025) Pump Up the Healthy Love Bidaah Second Shot at Love Undercover High School Tiada Seperti Leyla Source: Viu Frontpage Top 10 songs of the week (Spotify) (May 28 to June 4) Fourtwnty — Mangu (w/ Charita Utami) Jin — Don't Say You Love Me Nadhif Basalamah — bergema sampai selamanya NIKI — You'll Be in My Heart — Spotify Singles sombr — back to friends yung kai — blue Tenxi — Garam & Madu (Sakit Dadaku) (w/ Jemsii, Naykilla) Billie Eilish — BIRDS OF A FEATHER JENNIE — like JENNIE Billie Eilish — WILDFLOWER Top 10 Malay songs of the week (Spotify) (May 28 to June 4) Faris Adam — Stecu Stecu Ara Johari — Menjaga Jodoh Orang Lain Nadeera — Bukan Lagi Kita MikkyZia, F4dli — Aku Dah Lupa Nuh — Teruntuk Mia Tenxi — Garam & Madu (Sakit Dadaku) (w/ Jemsi, Naykilla) Imran Ajmain — Seribu Tahun Lagi NAKI, Fahimi — Masa Noh Salleh — Rahsia Tuhan Dayang Nurfaizah, Faizal Tahir, Tuju, Yonnyboii — X Missing U Source: and Spotify here and here Top 10 books of the week (May 23 to May 29) Fiction King of Envy by Ana Huang (Bloom Books) Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins (Scholastic Press) Library of Lost Hearts by NF Afrina (NF Afrina) Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa (Harper Perennial) Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop by Hwang Bo-reum (Bloomsbury) A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara (Vintage) A Curse for True Love by Stephanie Garber (Flatiron) Once Upon a Broken Heart by Stephanie Garber (Hodder & Stoughton) As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow by Zoulfa Katouh (Bloomsbury) I Hope This Doesn't Find You by Ann Liang (Scholastic Press) Non-Fiction Atomic Habits by James Clear (Penguin Books) The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson (Harper) I'm Not Lazy, I'm on Energy Saving Mode by Dancing Snail (apop books) When I Was a Kid 3 by Cheeming Boey (Grey Pigeon) Ikigai by Héctor García & Francesc Miralles (Penguin Life) Once Upon a Miao (Remastered): I Love My Hometown by Jian Goh (Space Voyager) The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down by Haemin Sunim (Penguin Life) The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins (Hay House LLC) The Mountain is You by Brianna Wiest (Thought Catalog Books) I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki by Baek Sehee (Penerbit Haru) Mutiara Minda (Malay Novels) Rahsia Danny by Teme Abdullah (Iman Publication) Thariq Ridzuwan Commando's: His Treasure by Hudanajwa (Idea Kreatif) Rumah Untuk Alie by Lenn Liu (Nukilan biruni) Mi Veneno 2 by Hudanajwa (Idea Kreatif) Mi Veneno 1 by Hudanajwa (Idea Kreatif) Mi Linda by Hudanajwa (Idea Kreatif) Bukan Cinta Sempurna by Bellesa (Idea Kreatif) Bayang Sofea by Teme Abdullah (Iman Publication) Faris My Best Friend's Brother by Cik Bawang (Rinsya Chasiani) Pesuruh by Ahadiat Akashah (Roket Kertas Produksi) Source: MPH
Associated Press
2 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Trackian Appoints New CEO and Successfully Completes pre-Series A Round from Leading International Investor
With 200+ active clients, aiming for 3,000 by 2027, Trackian secures strategic investment & new CEO Evgeni Yordanov to accelerate its global market entry. SOFIA, BULGARIA, June 4, 2025 / / -- The innovative Bulgarian SaaS startup Trackian, which is transforming how businesses manage their business and marketing data, has appointed Evgeni Yordanov as its new Chief Executive Officer. At the same time, the company successfully closed a strategic pre-Series A funding round, secured from a visionary investor – the founder of a major global corporation. With this investment, Trackian strengthens its market position and accelerates its global expansion, already preparing for its next funding stages. Trackian is a SaaS platform that collects and analyzes marketing data, turning it into a clear action plan. The software enables online stores and marketing agencies to make fast and intelligent decisions by unifying information from multiple sources – including Google Analytics 4, GSC, Google Ads, Facebook Ads, TikTok, Shopify, WooCommerce, and others – into a single intuitive interface. Trackian's core strength lies in processing all data through specialized AI models (the intellectual property of the company), which forecast future results, send timely alerts for anomalies, and recommend specific steps to improve ad campaigns and optimize budgets. Evgeni Yordanov, the new CEO of Trackian, is a serial entrepreneur and a recognized expert with nearly two decades of experience in business development, data-driven marketing, SEO, and eCommerce. Over his career, Yordanov has helped transform hundreds of brands digitally, including Fortune 500 companies such as Hilton Hotels, Bayer, Oriflame, Jaguar, and John Deere, and Trackian is the latest successful startup he is leading toward the global stage, aiming to establish it as a leader in marketing intelligence solutions. 'I'm joining Trackian at the ideal moment – we already have a good product, over 200 active paying clients, and the ambition to completely reshape the business & marketing intelligence market,' said Yordanov. 'The future belongs to companies that can extract clear insights from their data. We're here to make that possible for every business, regardless of size. Our ambition is to reach over 3,000 paying customers globally by 2027.' Yordanov added that the company remains open to strategic partnerships and additional investments that could further accelerate its market expansion. The successful pre-Series A investment will significantly boost Trackian's development, and the support from a leading international business investor is a strong indication of the enormous potential of the Bulgarian startup. The visionary nature of the new investor will contribute not only financial resources but also international connections and expertise necessary for the company's global growth. Trackian is already developing a market entry strategy for new markets, which is expected to significantly impact the competitive landscape in the sector. 'The fact that we managed to attract such an investor is a clear sign that we're on the right path. With Trackian, we prove that Bulgarian companies can successfully compete in the global market, especially when they solve real problems with intelligent solutions' Yordanov added in his typical style. The company's results speak for themselves – in the last three months of 2024 alone, Trackian processed and monitored marketing budgets totaling over $18.7 million, with client sales surpassing $190 million. Users of the platform report saving more than 20 hours per month on data processing, and 92% state they are making better-informed decisions thanks to the platform. The company plans to actively expand its team throughout 2025 to support its global growth and respond to increasing interest. Trackian's culture is built on innovation, proactivity, and a focus on real results. 'We're looking for talented and ambitious people who want to be part of a fast-growing international project where every idea matters,' stated Yordanov. 'I often say that managing data without the right tools is like driving in fog with the headlights off – you might get somewhere eventually, but it's difficult, dangerous, and unnecessary,' Yordanov concluded with a smile. With the appointment of its new CEO and the finalized investment, Trackian positions itself as a serious contender in the global market for marketing and technology, and takes a significant step towards becoming the next Bulgarian success story on an international scale. Stefan F. Trackian [email protected] Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Facebook Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Malay Mail
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
The evolving film culture in Malaysia: From cinematic experiences to film clubs and critiques
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Film culture in Malaysia has seen remarkable growth and transformation over the years. From the heyday of film critics and clubs to the emergence of pop culture conventions, film conferences, and mini museums like the Yasmin Ahmad Museum in Ipoh, Perak, and Rumah P. Ramlee in Penang, the nation's cinematic landscape continues to expand. With advancements in high-end movie theatre technology and the proliferation of cinemas nationwide, Malaysia's film culture is entering an exciting new chapter. The rise of cinematic experiences Moviegoers today enjoy more than just blockbuster films; they are presented with a range of cinematic experiences tailored to individual preferences. From premium seating to advanced audio systems and cutting-edge screen technology, audiences are spoiled for choice. Concert films have also become a phenomenon, turning cinema halls into stadium-like venues where fans can sing along and relive live concert experiences. One standout example is Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour film, which premiered globally in October 2023 and became the highest-grossing concert film of all time, earning over US$261 million (RM1.1 billion) globally. Using footage from Swift's performances at SoFi Stadium in California during her US tour, the film captivated Malaysian Swifties upon its local release. Kenneth Koh Wye Hong, 29, attended a screening at GSC Mid Valley during its premiere week and described the atmosphere as electric. 'The experience honestly felt like going to an actual concert,' Koh said. 'The atmosphere was super positive, with people dancing, singing, waving lightsticks, and even screaming at the top of their lungs.' For local Swifties unable to attend her Singapore concert, the film provided a chance to connect with her music. The trend continues with K-pop sensation J-hope, whose Hope On The Stage tour finale in Japan will be broadcast live in cinemas worldwide, including Malaysia, on May 31. Local film critic Abdul Wahab Hamzah notes that modern film reviews often prioritise technical aspects over storytelling and thematic depth. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon Film criticism: A lost art Film criticism, once a cornerstone of film culture, is gradually fading in Malaysia. Veteran critic Abdul Wahab Hamzah, who has reviewed local films for over 20 years, observed a shift towards online platforms like YouTube, where many reviewers focus on gaining followers. 'In the past, reviews were more reflective and analytical,' Abdul said. 'Nowadays, critics often emphasise cinematography, editing, and effects while overlooking storylines, acting, and messages.' Despite these changes, Abdul maintains that his critiques have always been professional, citing respectful discussions with prominent filmmakers like Datuk Yusof Haslam and the late Mamat Khalid. FilmCulture3 Caption: A screening session organised by Kelab Seni Filem Malaysia. — Picture via Facebook/Kelab Seni Filem Malaysia The role of film clubs Film clubs in Malaysia may not be mainstream, but they have a devoted following. According to a 2023 study co-authored by filmmaker Muzammer Rahman, over 30 active film clubs exist nationwide, primarily in the Klang Valley. These clubs often host screenings of classic, independent, and rare films, followed by discussions. Kelab Seni Filem Malaysia (KSFM), one of the oldest clubs, has been promoting arthouse and non-commercial films since the 1960s. Currently, it holds screenings at HELP University's auditorium in Bukit Damansara. KSFM collaborates with foreign embassies and cultural institutions like the Goethe Institute and Alliance Française, which supply films for free. Screenings are now free to the public to attract more viewers, particularly university students. Despite challenges such as licensing and censorship by Malaysia's Film Censorship Board (LPF), KSFM remains dedicated to its mission of fostering film appreciation. 'While the LPF's role in vetting films is understandable in a multicultural society, there are instances of overreach,' said KSFM president Wong Tuck Cheong. KSFM continues to spotlight local films, including works like Village People Radio Show by Amir Muhammad and The Beautiful Washing Machine by James Lee, alongside its workshops and seminars on filmmaking and appreciation. Film culture in Malaysia is undoubtedly evolving, offering opportunities for both casual moviegoers and devoted cinephiles to engage with the medium in diverse and meaningful ways.
Hype Malaysia
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
(Video) 'Mission: Impossible' In 8D! GSC Hall's Ceiling Seen Leaking During Film Screening
Despite the variety of streaming platforms available today, nothing quite matches the experience of watching a film at the cinema. Many people find it more enjoyable and immersive, particularly when the screening is in a hall equipped with the latest visual and sound technology. That said, no one really wants a film to be so immersive that it feels as if we're in actual danger. That's exactly what happened to cinema-goers in Penang, who got more than they bargained for while watching the latest action film. Here's what happened: Over the weekend, TikTok user @/afif_izham went to see the newly released 'Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning', starring Tom Cruise, at the Golden Screen Cinemas (GSC) outlet in Sunway Carnival Mall in Penang. Everything was going smoothly until halfway through the screening, when the ceiling of the cinema hall began to leak. As shown in the video, water was pouring down onto the middle seats. Amusingly—spoiler alert—the incident occurred during a scene in which Tom Cruise's character, Ethan Hunt, is being transported to a military ship in the middle of the ocean. 'Our first time purchasing tickets to watch a film in 8D! They even used real water in the cinema,' the user joked in his caption. Thankfully for the customers, GSC moved them to a different cinema hall, where they were able to continue enjoying the film. The video has since gone viral, garnering over 211,700 views. Most netizens found the incident amusing, saying how 'lucky' cinema-goers got to enjoy the immersive experience of the film, while others joked that Afif should be glad he and his friends weren't watching the latest 'Final Destination: Bloodline' film instead. At the time of writing, neither Sunway Carnival Mall nor GSC has issued an official statement regarding the incident. While no one else has come forward to share their own '8D' experience, Afif and his friends certainly got their money's worth, judging by their reactions. Have you ever experienced something similar? Watch the viral clip below: Source: TikTok
New Straits Times
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Early screening 'Ejen Ali The Movie 2' tickets snapped up in 24 hours
KUALA LUMPUR: Tickets for the early screening of Ejen Ali The Movie 2 at nine selected Golden Screen Cinemas (GSC) this Sunday have been snapped up in 24 hours. A statement from Primeworks Studios today said that this was a great sign that many fans of Ejen Ali, dubbed Agents, could not wait to be the first to witness Ali's latest daring mission. "This is not just a special screening, it is a gathering of Agents from various locations and age groups in support of Ali and his adventures as the top secret agent of MATA," said the statement. "All Agents who have successfully obtained tickets are encouraged by MATA to report in style, dressed in complete Agent gear! "This mission is not an ordinary mission, but a time for us to show that Malaysian animation is for everyone, not just entertainment for children." The early screening will take place at 11am in GSC Mid Valley Megamall, GSC KL East Mall, GSC MyTown Mall and The Exchange TRX in Kuala Lumpur, GSC Setia City Mall in Shah Alam, GSC IOI City Mall in Sepang, GSC Aeon Melaka, GSC Aman Central in Alor Star, and GSC East Coast Mall in Kuantan.
