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New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Zeroing in on RM60mil target
USAMAH Zaid Yasin, who directed "Ejen Ali The Movie 2" (EATM2), said the animated film can hit its RM60 million box office target. EATM2 has made history by raking in RM40.6 million in 13 days of screening. This figure surpasses the earnings of 2019's "Ejen Ali". Usamah expressed gratitude to audiences for their support, especially for watching the film with their families. "As for the RM60 million target, I'm leaving it to audiences to make it a reality. It's not impossible for EATM2 to achieve it." He said many viewers have watched the film multiple times, a trend he finds encouraging. "Despite other domestic films being screened at the same time as EATM2, 'Ejen Ali' is getting significant attention." Usamah also mentioned that the decision to continue screening EATM2 for several more weeks rests with cinemas, based on audience demand. "Usually, a film's reception is great for the first two weeks following its release. After that, screenings in certain places start to decrease. " But for EATM2, I believe the strong audience response will continue, and as I said, the RM60 million target is not impossible to achieve." Earlier, he announced that EATM2 will be released in phases in Singapore, Indonesia and Cambodia. The sequel, produced by Wau Animation in collaboration with Primeworks Studios and Komet Productions, premiered in Malaysian and Bruneian cinemas on May 22. Usamah, who is CEO of Wau Animation, recently attended an interview with Indonesian band Nidji. The band was chosen to perform "Teman Sejati", a song featured on the EATM2 soundtrack.
Malay Mail
31-05-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
‘Ejen Ali 2' crushes it with RM21.9m in eight days at Malaysian box office
KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 — More than 200,000 moviegoers packed cinemas on the first day of the school holidays yesterday, pushing the box office collection for the local animated film, Ejen Ali The Movie 2 (EATM2), to RM21.9 million after just eight days of screening. Produced by Wau Animation in collaboration with Primeworks Studios (PWS) and Komet Productions, the animated feature has received overwhelming support from audiences nationwide, drawing a total of 1.4 million viewers. PWS in a statement said that based on cinema observations and pre-sale data, Ejen Ali The Movie 2 is expected to remain the top family choice throughout the school holidays. 'Packed with thrilling action, meaningful messages, and a heartwarming tale of friendship and sacrifice, this film is far more than just entertainment. 'It's the perfect pick for parents seeking quality time with their children through fun, value-packed content,' the statement read. The cinema atmosphere was lively with fans of all ages, especially families, booking tickets early and participating in various side activities such as colouring sessions, meet-and-greet with the Ejen Ali mascot, and purchasing limited-edition merchandise. EATM2 follows Ali's journey after he is selected as a pioneer for a high-risk mission under SATRIA, an elite programme that utilises high-tech suits powered by artificial intelligence (AI). — Bernama
New Straits Times
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: 'Ejen Ali The Movie 2' set to repeat box office success
SEPANG: The gala night and premiere of Ejen Ali The Movie 2 (EATM2) at IOI City Mall last night clearly demonstrated the enduring popularity of the animated action hero's adventures. EATM2 is poised to replicate the success of the original Ejen Ali The Movie (EATM), which raked in RM30 million in 2019. The gala night was a lively affair, featuring stage activities and appearances by the main characters, Ejen Ali and his best friend Ejen Alicia. National cycling champion Datuk Azizulhasni Awang, ambassador for movie presenter Gardenia, also made an appearance. A special highlight was the performance by legendary singer Datuk M. Nasir, who sang "Hanya Kamu," the official EATM2 soundtrack. Presented by Primeworks Studios (PWS) and WAU Animation, in collaboration with Komet Productions, EATM2 will open in cinemas nationwide this Thursday (May 22). Attendees at the gala included Media Prima Television Networks and Primeworks Studios CEO, Nini Yusof; WAU Animation CEO and director of EATM2, Usamah Zaid Yasin; and head of Komet Productions, Datuk Ahmad Izham Omar. This popular animated film centres on Ali, a secondary school student who inadvertently enters the world of intelligence. He becomes a young agent for the secret agency MATA, tasked with defending Cyberaya, a futuristic city filled with intrigue and danger. Since its debut in 2016, Ejen Ali has become a phenomenon, spawning a three-season animated series and its first feature film in 2019.
New Straits Times
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: PM, Ejen Ali honour educators in special Teacher's Day message
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has conveyed a special message of appreciation to educators nationwide through a creative collaboration with beloved local animated character, Ejen Ali. The video message, produced in conjunction with Teacher's Day celebrations today, features a live-action recording of the Prime Minister entering the 3D animated world of Ejen Ali to celebrate the role of teachers and their contributions in shaping modern educational values. This initiative coincides with the upcoming release of Ejen Ali The Movie 2 (EATM2), which will soon be hitting cinemas, representing a fresh and engaging approach to connect with the younger generation. "Today, we gather to celebrate our extraordinary heroes, our teachers. Like the greatest agents, they continuously strive in the field of knowledge, ensuring the mission of education is accomplished. "Their unwavering spirit is a pillar of our nation. I, along with our young hero, Ejen Ali, and his friends, would like to express our deepest gratitude to all our educators for teaching us, guiding us, and imparting knowledge solely to create a Madani generation," said Anwar. In his address for the 2025 Teacher's Day celebration, themed "Teachers Driving Educational Reform," Anwar also emphasised that teachers play a crucial role as agents of educational transformation. More than just knowledge disseminators, teachers are the backbone of national progress and the true heroes who shape the nation's future. He urged all Malaysians to consistently appreciate, respect, and honour the sacrifices of teachers, whose contributions are invaluable and eternally etched in every success of the nation's children. In line with this call, the collaboration with the popular local animated series' main character, Ejen Ali, is not merely entertainment. It also symbolises aspirations, embodying courage, determination, and positive values among Malaysian children and teenagers. These values are central to Ejen Ali's character in EATM2, which highlights themes of struggle, integrity, and the courage to uphold truth, mirroring the role of teachers in the real world. It is hoped that the Prime Minister's special message with Ejen Ali will ignite a spirit of appreciation for teachers, especially among the younger generation. Meanwhile, the epic evolution of the EATM2 world on the silver screen begins on May 22. The action-packed animated film, produced by Primeworks Studios and WAU Animation in partnership with Komet Productions, is suitable for all ages and promises an exhilarating viewing experience. For Ejen Ali fans, early bird tickets for screenings on May 20 and 21 are available for purchase now.
