EJEN Ali The Movie 2 (EATM2) has catapulted Malaysian animation into the spotlight, raking in an impressive RM40.6 million at the local box office within just 13 days, cementing Wau Animation’s status as a Southeast Asian storytelling powerhouse.
Released less than two weeks ago, EATM2 has already rewritten the rules of what local animated films can achieve, setting a new benchmark for Malaysian-made content.
The film's incredible performance at the box office not only highlights its universal appeal but also the exceptional quality and ambition of local digital creators.
The sequel continues the journey of Ejen Ali, blending heart-pounding action, emotional storytelling, and groundbreaking animation, all crafted entirely by Malaysian talents.
The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) acknowledged the film’s success as a meaningful step forward for local animation.
"The success of Ejen Ali the Movie 2 is a testament to the world-class capabilities of our homegrown studios and creators.
"MDEC is honoured to have supported this achievement through the Digital Content Grant (DCG), which aims to accelerate the growth of high-quality, exportable digital content.
Ejen Ali stands as a proud symbol of Malaysian storytelling excellence, inspiring a new generation of creators to dream boldly,” MDEC chief executive officer Anuar Fariz Fadzil said.
According to their founder, the film’s stunning results are not just a win for Wau Animation, but for the entire Malaysian creative content landscape.
"Thank you MDEC for having faith in our homegrown talents. We are grateful for all the guidance and support that has been given ever since our humble beginning.
"I hope that this will open up more opportunities for upcoming studios and creators out there,” Wau Animation founder and executive director Usamah Zaid Yassin said.
This landmark achievement aligns with the goals of the DICE (Digital Content Ecosystem) Roadmap, Malaysia’s national blueprint for transforming into a global digital content hub by 2030.
So far, the local creative industry has contributed more than RM87 billion in revenue, RM11 billion in export value, and RM80 billion in cumulative investments, a testament to its growing global relevance.
To ensure more stories like Ejen Ali continue to thrive, MDEC is currently inviting submissions for the Animated Short Challenge, aimed at identifying and mentoring the next big intellectual properties (IPs) from Malaysia.
Applications are open until June 13 2025, and more details are available at: https://www.mdec.my/animated-shorts-challenge
This initiative encourages fresh voices to emerge and continue Malaysia’s strong tradition of beloved animated IPs such as Upin & Ipin, BoBoiBoy, and Mechamato.
Released less than two weeks ago, EATM2 has already rewritten the rules of what local animated films can achieve, setting a new benchmark for Malaysian-made content.
The film's incredible performance at the box office not only highlights its universal appeal but also the exceptional quality and ambition of local digital creators.
The sequel continues the journey of Ejen Ali, blending heart-pounding action, emotional storytelling, and groundbreaking animation, all crafted entirely by Malaysian talents.
The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) acknowledged the film’s success as a meaningful step forward for local animation.
"The success of Ejen Ali the Movie 2 is a testament to the world-class capabilities of our homegrown studios and creators.
"MDEC is honoured to have supported this achievement through the Digital Content Grant (DCG), which aims to accelerate the growth of high-quality, exportable digital content.
Ejen Ali stands as a proud symbol of Malaysian storytelling excellence, inspiring a new generation of creators to dream boldly,” MDEC chief executive officer Anuar Fariz Fadzil said.
According to their founder, the film’s stunning results are not just a win for Wau Animation, but for the entire Malaysian creative content landscape.
"Thank you MDEC for having faith in our homegrown talents. We are grateful for all the guidance and support that has been given ever since our humble beginning.
"I hope that this will open up more opportunities for upcoming studios and creators out there,” Wau Animation founder and executive director Usamah Zaid Yassin said.
This landmark achievement aligns with the goals of the DICE (Digital Content Ecosystem) Roadmap, Malaysia’s national blueprint for transforming into a global digital content hub by 2030.
So far, the local creative industry has contributed more than RM87 billion in revenue, RM11 billion in export value, and RM80 billion in cumulative investments, a testament to its growing global relevance.
To ensure more stories like Ejen Ali continue to thrive, MDEC is currently inviting submissions for the Animated Short Challenge, aimed at identifying and mentoring the next big intellectual properties (IPs) from Malaysia.
Applications are open until June 13 2025, and more details are available at: https://www.mdec.my/animated-shorts-challenge
This initiative encourages fresh voices to emerge and continue Malaysia’s strong tradition of beloved animated IPs such as Upin & Ipin, BoBoiBoy, and Mechamato.