Local action film Blood Brothers: Bara Naga, which opens at cinemas nationwide today (April 10), delves into the dark underworld of the mafia – a theme rarely explored in the Malaysian entertainment industry.
Co-directed by Syafiq Yusof and Abhilash Chandra, the film features a stellar local cast including Sharnaaz Ahmad, Syafiq Kyle, Shukri Yahaya, Amelia Henderson, Syazwan Zulkifly, Andy Teh, Irfan Zaini, Wan Hanafi Su and Zamarul Hisham.
Taking over two years to complete, Syafiq believes the film is ready to compete on the world stage due to the quality and dedication shown by the entire crew and cast.
"Two full years of dedication have gone into making Blood Brothers: Bara Naga," he said during a press conference on April 7. "Every stage – from planning, writing, filming, to post-production – saw the tireless effort of everyone involved.
"I believe this film will open a new chapter in our national film industry and inspire other filmmakers to create works that can compete internationally."
Meanwhile, co-director Abhilash described working with Syafiq as a thrilling experience that allowed him to explore more creative ideas.
"Working with Syafiq Yusof on Blood Brothers: Bara Naga was truly an incredible creative journey.
"This collaboration gave us the opportunity to explore new ideas and craft a strong and impactful story.
"Every scene carries its own weight and purpose, and I believe audiences will feel connected to the storyline we’ve created,” he shared. – Rizal Zainal
