KUALA LUMPUR: Dressed stylishly in a flight attendant’s uniform and pulling a suitcase, the woman would be assumed by many to be heading for the airport to report for duty.
However, Hanim Joufry, 43, had no flight to catch. Instead, she was participating in the “Railway to See Malaysia Fun Run 2024” organised by Keretapi Tanah Melayu Bhd (KTMB).
“In line with the tourism-themed concept, I thought the flight attendant uniform would make for a unique and distinctive costume as a participant.
“Previously, I’d worn superhero costumes for fun runs,” she told Bernama after completing the event, which attracted over 2,000 participants yesterday.
Hanim, a fitness trainer, woke up at 5am to prepare for the run, aiming to liven up the atmosphere and create sweet memories not only for herself but for other participants as well.
Another runner, who called himself Bro Samurai, came dressed as a samurai and completed the run with a wooden sword prop in hand.
“This fun run serves as a medium for me to wear costumes like this.
“My aim is more about having fun rather than focusing on a specific running pace,” said Bro Samurai, adding that these activities also double as opportunities for content on social media, where he wants to create a unique identity for himself.
Jamy Johan, 52, who wore a batik kebaya, said her traditional costume symbolised a woman’s strength and elegance as well as the struggles she endured.
“Through this attire, I want to call on everyone to stop violence against women. Every woman deserves to live peacefully and be respected, without feeling afraid or threatened,” she said.
Also spotted at the fun run were participants dressed in colourful beach holiday-inspired outfits and batik sarongs.
