‘Jagat’ bags top film award, creates history


In the spotlight: The winning cast of ‘Munafik’ (top) receiving their awards at the 28th Malaysia Film Festival. (right) Shanjhey bagged the award for Best Director with ‘Jagat’ taking home the win for Best Malaysia Film during the ceremony in Kuala Lumpur.

KUALA LUMPUR: Tamil-language social drama Jagat creates history after bagging a top film award at the 28th Malaysia Film Festival.

The film was declared Best Malaysia Film at the event organised by the National Development Film Corporation Malaysia (Finas) to honour excellence in the local movie industry last night.

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