Yusof bin Ishak was a Singaporean journalist and senior civil servant who served as the first president of Singapore between 1965 and 1970.
Leftenan Adnan is a 2000 Malaysian Malay-language biographical war drama film directed by Aziz M. Osman and co-produced by both Grand Brilliance, Paradigmfilm, and the Malaysian Army. The film chronicles the actions of Adnan bin Saidi who had been involved as a Lieutenant of the Malay Regiment fending against the invasion of the Japanese army during the Second World War. A digitally-restored version of the film was released in 2020 as part of its 20th anniversary.
This article lists important figures and events in Malaysian public affairs during the year 2000, together with births and deaths of notable Malaysians.
Dukun is a 2018 Malaysian Malay-language legal horror-thriller film filmed in 2006. The film is loosely based on the true story of the gruesome murder of a Malaysian politician at the time, Datuk Mazlan Idris, by Mona Fandey, a once mildly popular Malaysian singer-turned-witch doctor convicted in 1993. The film was originally slated to be released in 2007 but it was postponed and no official statements was given, due to the adaption of a true high-profile murder case and the controversial nature of the film. Mona Fandey's family herself had voiced their dissatisfaction over the content and basis of the film after announcement of the film release. The producers have since claimed that the film was loosely based on those true events themselves.
Cuci is a 2008 Malaysian Malay-language comedy film starring and directed by Hans Isaac in his directorial debut. This also star Awie, Afdlin Shauki, AC Mizal, Erra Fazira and Umie Aida. The film was released on 28 January 2008.
Kala Malam Bulan Mengambang is a 2008 Malaysian Malay-language neo-noir satirical comedy film directed by Mamat Khalid starring Rosyam Nor, Umie Aida and Farid Kamil. This film released on 15 January 2008.
Diana Danielle Danny Beeson, is an American-born Malaysian actress and singer. Starting her career at the age of 11, she primarily worked on television and film.
Pisau Cukur is a 2009 Malaysian Malay-language mystery comedy film directed by Bernard Chauly, which is his first comedy after his 2005 blockbuster break-out drama Gol & Gincu. It stars popular Malaysian actresses Nur Fazura and Maya Karin, and also Singaporean actor Aaron Aziz.
Siti Zaqyah Abdul Razak, known professionally as Tiz Zaqyah, is a Malaysian actress, model and singer. She debuted in 2006 and since then has starred in films, dramas, telemovies and television and magazine advertisements. She rose to fame for playing the role of Nur Amina in the 2009 hit drama Nur Kasih with Remy Ishak, Fizz Fairuz and Sharifah Sofia. She became best known for her leading roles in Asmaradana, Gemilang, Soffiya, Dejavu di Kinabalu, Sebenarnya, Saya Isteri Dia! where she played a role of Shaf alongside Izzue Islam, Cinta Jangan Pergi where she acted with her acclaimed former counterpart partner, Remy Ishak, Jodoh Itu Milik Kita and Kusinero Cinta.
Nur Kasih The Movie is a 2011 Malaysian Malay-language romantic drama film directed by Kabir Bhatia starring Remy Ishak, Tiz Zaqyah and Fizz Fairuz. This film serving as a continuation from the television drama series of the same name. The film was released to Malaysian cinemas on 19 May 2011.
Magika is a 2010 Malaysian Malay-language musical adventure fantasy film directed by Edry Abdul Halim starring Diana Danielle, Mawi and Fimie Don.
Old Pahang Kingdom was a historical Malay polity centred in the Pahang region on the east coast of the Malay Peninsula. The polity appeared in foreign records from as early as the 5th century and at its height, covered much of modern state of Pahang and the entire southern part of the peninsula. Throughout its pre-Melakan history, Pahang was established as a mueang or naksat of some major regional Malayic mandalas including Langkasuka, Srivijaya and Ligor. Around the middle of the 15th century, it was brought into the orbit of Melaka Sultanate and subsequently established as a vassal Muslim Sultanate in 1470, following the coronation of the grandson of the former Maharaja as the first Sultan of Pahang.
Upin & Ipin Jeng Jeng Jeng! is a 2016 Malaysian Malay-language live-action animated film directed by Ainon Ariff and Eirma Fatima starring Asyiela Putri Azhar, Puteri Balqis Azizi, Awie, Sara Ali, Remy Ishak and Gambit Saifullah as the main antagonist in this film. The film is produced by Les' Copaque Production in partnership with KRU Studios and released in Malaysian cinemas beginning 24 November 2016.
Juvana is a 2013 Malaysian Malay-language action crime film based on the action drama series of the same name director by Faisal Ishak. It was released on 24 January 2013.
Mohammad Zalimei bin Ishak, better known by his stage name as Remy Ishak is a Malaysian actor who was born in Melaka. He was first introduced to the film industry by independent director Osman Ali in 2006. He gained fame for his performance in Nur Kasih directed by Kabir Bhatia, which aired on TV3 in 2009. He later starred in the 2018 film Pulang.
Mohd Shukri bin Yahaya is a Malaysian actor and director. Starting his acting career in 2011 after his talent was discovered by renowned film director Osman Ali through the film Jiwa Taiko. Since then, he has appeared in leading roles in many successful and high-rated television series including Asam Pedas Untuk Dia (2015), 7 Hari Mencintaiku (2016), Andainya Takdir (2017), Andainya Takdir 2 (2018), Kerana Dia Manusia Biasa (2019), 7 Hari Mencintaiku 2 (2020), Rindu Awak Separuh Nyawa (2021) and Andai Itu Takdirnya (2023). Throughout his career, he has won several awards for his roles in the television series 7 Hari Mencintaiku, Andainya Takdir and Split TV Series.
Bu or Bu, Kasih Suci is a 2019 Malaysian Malay-language family drama film directed by Jeany Amir in her directorial debut starring ensemble cast Remy Ishak, Nadiya Nisaa, Dian P. Ramlee, Iedil Putra, Nadia Brian, Rashidi Ishak, Mawar Rashid and Wan Hanafi Su. It follows three different mothers: a housekeeper mom, a mother with adult child, a pregnant mother, and their families whose lives changes when a car accident happens. It was released on 11 April 2019 in Malaysia.
Pulang is a 2018 Malaysian Malay-language adventure drama film directed by Kabir Bhatia based on the screenplay by Mira Mustaffa and Ahmad Izham Omar and story by izham and his father, Omar Othman from the true story of Omar.
Wangi is a 2019 Malaysian Malay-language psychological horror film directed by Mohd Latiff Zami starring Erra Fazira, Sharnaaz Ahmad, Nabila Huda and Syazwan Zulkifli. The film follows a woman who returns home after childbirth, but soon suffers stress as unnatural things happen on her house and children, all after her friend Bella who lives with her disappeared.
Foo Chuan Chin, also known as Keith Foo, is a Malaysian actor who has worked in Indonesia and Malaysia. Some of the films that involve him are Mati Suri (2009), Paku Kuntilanak, Bidadari Jakarta (2010), Pengantin Pantai Biru (2010) and X - The Last Moment (2011). In 2013, he started acting in Malaysia and Indonesia. He is also the Founder and Creative Director of Aksi+Reaktivasi. Promoter of Human Rights and education for Arts and Creativity.
