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- DirectorAziz M. OsmanStarsHairie OthmanJeslina HashimMaya KarinWhen his wife Seri falls into a coma, Azri finds that he can still communicate with her by getting help from Dewi, a blind girl with special mind-reading powers.
- DirectorShuhaimi BabaStarsMaya KarinRusdi RamliAzean IrdawatyThe story of this movie is based on the legend and myth of Malay folks about having a supernatural companion (called as 'saka') purposefully to protect and give benefits to the owner. The companion is usually in disguise of an animal or other form of creatures (in this movie, it was a tiger). The companion needs to be passed down through generations before the owner has to die. Hence, this story tells about a boy named Ari and a girl named Tina who might be the possibile candidates to inherit this supernatural companion from their grandmother. They have their own struggles in their lives while experiencing some supernatural events caused by their grandmother's companion.
- DirectorShuhaimi BabaStarsAdlin Aman RamlieSharifah AmaniNanu BaharuddinHali (Rusdi Ramli), Salmi (Maya Karin), Rafik (Adlin Aman Ramlie), Ani (Sharifah Amani) and Ang Lee (Douglas Lim), represent the young generation of Malaysia who come from different backgrounds and thoughts, trying to publish a picture book 1957 - Hati Malaya. In that search, they found love, friendship, loyalty and understanding the struggle of 1957. They really delved into and embodied the characters and events with full of emotion and took them to the time when the spirit of the Malay people rose up to demand independence - ordinary poor and backward people in British colonial era who wanted to be a first class nation in their own land. They fell in love and found love for the country beyond their personal emotional feelings.
- DirectorOsman AliStarsFarid KamilMaya KarinFasha SandhaHisham, a drug dealer, finds himself stuck in a situation where he had to hand over his young son to a homeless woman. Hisham is caught and jailed.
- DirectorShuhaimi BabaAida Fitri BuyungIbrahim EliasStarsMaya KarinRusdi RamliRosyam NorPontianak Harum Sundal Malam 2 is the sequel to the movie of the same title in 2004. The story continues after the "pontianak" (banshee/vampire) has avenged her death by eliminating her murderer (Marsani) and his entire bloodline. The story also explains her possesion of her own daughter and the end of her revenge. The story also sees Meriam coming to terms with her death before releasing her daughter from possesion and dealing with the obsession of her killer's son (Zali). Although the movie is still classified in the horror genre, this sequel delves more into sad emotions compared to the rage inflicted in the first movie.
- DirectorShuhaimi BabaStarsRusdi RamliZizan NinElai FaezahStory about Tun Abdul Razak and Tun Dr. Ismail fix the situation at Malaysia after ' The Worst Day In Malaysia ' 13 May 1969.
- DirectorA. Razak MohaideenStarsSaiful ApekMaya KarinYassin YahyaJimmy is an environmentalist who finds comfort in animals. He is a strong believer in the existence of a beautiful mermaid due to bed time stories told by his mother throughout his childhood years. Despite being outcast by the other villagers, Jimmy's faith in the mermaid changed his life and his community.
- DirectorShuhaimi BabaStarsMan BaiAzean IrdawatyAziz JaafarDuring the trouble-plagued making of a Malaysian movie, a spoiled young actress named Ena Manjalara learns the true meaning of friendship, respect and artistic devotion based on her dealings with the idealistic director Malik and the production assistant Daud, whom she initially seduces. Daud is also related to Zai, a former movie idol of the 1950s who is now destitute and losing her grip on reality.
- DirectorAzharr RudinStarsSaeful Nazhif SatriaShahronizamMaya KarinThe story of Sidi, who lives in a run down neighborhood in the Malaysian city of Johor Bahru near the prospering Singapore, is told through seemingly ordinary moments in his life.
- DirectorBernard ChaulyStarsMaya KarinNur FazuraAaron AzizWhat happens when prey and predator are both trapped on a luxury cruise ship? Two gold digging girls, Bella and Intan, come face to face with three Datuks, three Datuk's wives, two Datuk's children, one private detective and one diehard fan of Bella's. Who are the predators and who are the prey? On a voyage that's full of surprises, anything can happen!
- DirectorEdry Abdul HalimStarsDiana DanielleMawiFimie Don"Magika", Malaysia's first musical feature film, tells the tale of two siblings Malik and Ayu as they embark on a journey in a surreal mythical world, where trees, animals and all flora & fauna converse... where good & bad are portrayed in a muted, non-violent manner. Their fairytale adventure takes us through popular Malay legends and myths, encountering numerous characters from Malay folklore such as Orang Bunian, Nenek Kebayan, Jin, Badang, Naga Tasik Chini, Hang Tuah and others... and last but not least, where Ayu and Malik discover the importance of family to overcome their fears in the mysterious, magical and musical world of "Magika"
- DirectorYusry Abd HalimStarsStephen Rahman HughesGavin StenhouseJing LusiThe Malay Chronicles: Bloodlines (released in Malaysia as "Hikayat Merong Mahawangsa") is an adventure feature film set against the backdrop of ancient Malay, Roman and Chinese civilizations. It tells the tale of the journey of Merong Mahawangsa escorting a Roman prince to wed a beautiful Chinese princess during the 2nd century. Featuring an international cast, The Malay Chronicles: Bloodlines combines elements of romance, adventure, coupled with a strong dose of hand-to-hand combat & martial arts.
- DirectorOsman AliStarsAaron AzizMaya KarinLisa SurihaniAn orphan girl is sold into prostitution to settle her uncle's debts. She was later 'rescued' by one of the customers, who later falls in love with her.
- DirectorOsman AliStarsMaya KarinRemy IshakKartina AzizTells the story of a famous TV host who takes himself to a remote village in Kedah after finding his fiance, a famous movie star playing threesome with a new actor. In the village, he fell in love with the peaceful village life as well as being attracted to the village youth. Various funny and interesting stories were recorded during that period before he was tracked down again by his producer and brought back to Kuala Lumpur.
- DirectorOsman AliStarsMaya KarinBront PalaraeIzara AishahJo (Bront Palarae) and Gina (Maya Karin) are both nursing their broken hearts in Phuket when fate decides to bring them together. At first they hate each other but when they discover that their ex's, Hardy (Remy Ishak) and Nita (Izara Aishah) are getting married, they devise a plan to sabotage the wedding.
- DirectorYasu TanakaStarsRamli HassanHans IsaacRin IzumiA relationship on the edge - It's a psychological thriller in one of the most beautiful national parks in Malaysia.
- DirectorOsman AliStarsMaya KarinBront PalaraeCristina Suzanne StockstillJwanita is a woman with mental illness, due to being physically and mentally abused by her adoptive parents who are also black magic users. After killing her adoptive parents, Jwanita finds her ray of hope when she meets doctor Farhan. But her hopes are crushed when she finds out that Farhan is the fiance of her biological sister, Julaika. After disappearing during Farhan and Julaika's wedding ceremony, Jwanita returns with a long-hidden grudge.
- DirectorSyamsul YusofStarsSyamsul YusofMaya KarinNasir Bilal KhanHaunted by terrifying visions, a Muslim healer finds his faith tested when he helps a woman locked in battle, body and soul, with a diabolical leader.
- DirectorGhaz Abu BakarStarsZahirah MacWilsonZizan RazakBell NgasriBulan, a trainee in a special force of Indonesia, is embarking her journey in a human trafficking syndicate in finding her kidnapped sister, Melati. Bulan meets Haris, an e-hailing driver who's keen to help her from the pimp, Agus and his Boss, Ricky. Ricky assigns Tony, an assassin to find Bulan and Haris and kill them.
- DirectorAmanda Nell EuStarsLucy Ter-BergRosie wants Simon back. Over the course of an uncomfortable evening she discovers that there are some things you just can't fix.