OMBAK RINDU
Fauziah Ashari is a Malay novelist whose book Ombak Rindu — published in 2002 by Alaf 21 — gained considerable popularity in Malaysia. Her writing is known for blending romance with social issues, conveying emotional intensity and strong moral dilemmas (as shown in Ombak Rindu). The success of her novel eventually led to a film adaptation in 2011.
POLIS EVO - SKUAD STORM
Ghaz Abu Bakar is a Malaysian film director credited for the 2015 action‑cop film Polis Evo. Under his direction, Polis Evo became a hit, combining intense action sequences, a gritty cop narrative, and local flavour — helping to raise the bar for Malaysian action cinema.His work with this film is often referenced as a milestone in home‑grown genre cinema in Malaysia.
ANDAINYA ITU TAKDIRNYA 2
Siti Rosmizah is a bestselling Malaysian novelist known for her emotionally rich romance and drama novels. She gained widespread recognition through works like Andainya Itu Takdirnya, Cinta Kau dan Aku, and Lafazkan Kalimah Cintamu. A law graduate and practicing lawyer, Siti Rosmizah balances her legal career with writing, often infusing her stories with deep moral themes, complex relationships and strong character growth. Her ability to portray heartfelt struggles and resilience has earned her a loyal following, and Andainya Itu Takdirnya 2 continues her signature style of exploring love, fate, sacrifice, and redemption through powerful storytelling.
KEMBARA AMIRA
Ain Maisarah is a popular Malaysian author best known for her children’s and young adult novels that focus on adventure, friendship, and positive values. She is widely recognized for creating stories that are engaging, easy to read, and relatable for younger readers. As the writer of Kembara Amira, Ain Maisarah brings her trademark style of encouraging curiosity, courage, and moral lessons through exciting journeys and meaningful character experiences. Her works are often used in schools to inspire reading habits and to nurture imagination, making her one of Malaysia’s most influential contemporary authors for teens and children.
LEFTENAN ADNAN
Aziz M. Osman is a veteran Malaysian actor, director, screenwriter and producer, active since his infancy (he started acting in 1963). Born in 1962 in Singapore, he holds Malaysian citizenship and has helmed numerous films — among them Leftenan Adnan, a war‑drama based on real history. His long career in film gives him depth and experience in tackling serious, nationalistic or historical themes, reflecting perhaps a matured sensibility for storytelling grounded in social context.
TOMBIRUO
Ramlee Awang Murshid, born 4 November 1967 in Papar, Sabah, is a well‑known Malaysian novelist and columnist. He studied Mass Communication at the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and holds a B.A. in Communications. Beyond being a writer of novels, he was formerly a journalist at Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) for over 20 years (1986–2010), and his travels as a reporter — to various countries — influenced his writing. His background in theatre (as actor, playwright, director) since teenage years also enriches his storytelling style, which often blends suspense, horror and dramatic elements, as seen in Tombiruo
HANTU KAK LIMAH
Mamat Khalid (real name Mohamad Mohamad Khalid; 6 April 1963 – 24 October 2021) was a prolific Malaysian film director, screenwriter, producer and actor, known for his distinctive style that often mixes humour, horror, social commentary and rural Malaysian identity. Born in Ipoh, Perak, Mamat began with humble roots — working in a government office while nurturing a deep passion for cinema and rock music; he once played keyboard in an amateur rock band, and that love for rock culture shaped some of his cinematic works. Throughout his career (1996–2021), he carved a unique niche by telling stories centered on community, ordinary people, and Malaysian village life — often with irreverent humour or eerie atmosphere — making films like Hantu Kak Limah, Zombi Kampung Pisang and Rock cult favourites.
JANGAN BENCI CINTAKU
E-Man S is a Malaysian novelist known for writing romance and family-drama stories that highlight emotional conflict, loyalty, and personal growth. His novel Jangan Benci Cintaku gained popularity for its intense storyline about love, misunderstanding, and the struggle to repair a broken marriage. E-Man S writes in a style that is expressive and relatable, often focusing on the realistic challenges faced in relationships. His works became even more well-known after being adapted into television dramas, introducing his storytelling to a wider Malaysian audience and strengthening his reputation in the romance-novel genre.