Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – The Malaysia Aviation Group has recently worked with Mediabrands Content Studio (MBCS) to release ‘Selagi Ada Hormat’, a Hari Raya Aidilfitri film that celebrates Malaysia’s rich diversity and the enduring values of respect and unity.
Inspired by the personal journey of MAG Group Managing Director, Datuk Captain Izham Ismail, ‘Selagi Ada Hormat’ (translated: Where Respect Lives On) delivers a powerful message of unity, respect, and inclusivity – values central to the Malaysian identity.
The film follows a successful man returning home for Raya, taking in the sights and sounds of his hometown as it awakens memories of a childhood where respect and kindness transcended race. The touching flashbacks serve as a reminder that while the world may change, the essence of Malaysian Hospitality endures.
The film was directed by Aiman Aliff and Hyrul Anuar, directors at Directors Think Tank, a regional production company.
Speaking on the film’s conceptualisation process, Eddy Nazarullah, creative director at MBCS, articulated, “This film isn’t just about Raya, but about the values that define us as Malaysians. Respect, hospitality, togetherness, these are things we grew up with, things that were never taught but always lived. But in today’s world, it feels like we need a little reminder. With this film, we wanted to go beyond nostalgia and spark something deeper: a reflection of who we are and who we can continue to be. It’s not about grand speeches or forced messages, but about capturing the everyday moments that quietly remind us of our shared hospitality.”
He added, “Bringing Selagi Ada Hormat to life was deeply personal to all of us on the team. We’re privileged to have had this chance to work on Captain Izham’s story with our partners at Directors Think Tank, to craft a film that celebrates diversity and invites Malaysians to reflect, reconnect, and reignite the spirit of mutual respect. Touching on the very roots and essence of our Malaysian identity.”
