Cops initiate probe on controversial 2021 Mentega Terbang film
06 Mar 2023 06:19pm
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SHAH ALAM - Cops have received eight reports on the controversial film 'Mentega Terbang', a Malay movie that takes a look at the similarities and expressions of the major religions in Malaysia, released in 2021.
In a statement, it further said an investigation paper has also been opened and investigated by the Crime Investigation Unit, D5 Bukit Aman under Section 298A CC, Section 505 (b).
'Mentega Terbang' come to limelight recently and it was criticised for stirring racial sentiments, claiming there are elements in the local film that are insensitive of Islam, the religion of the majority in Malaysia.
Communications and Digital minister Fahmi Fadzil had recently said that the movie was released in 2021 through online streaming service Viu, but nobody raised any complaints until now.
The story revolves around a15-year-old Aishah, who becomes curious about faith and the afterlife because of her mother’s declining health due to cancer.
