Agong Surprises Malaysians As He Visits and Humbly Queues Up to Order His Food in KFC

The Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, reportedly paid a surprise visit to a KFC outlet in Temerloh, Pahang earlier today (21st June), where His Majesty waited in line and ordered his own food.

Photos of the Agong placing his order at the popular fast food chain was uploaded on Istana Negara’s Instagram page earlier today, stating that His Majesty was having lunch after performing Friday prayers. 

The Agong can be seen in the restaurant alongside Pahang state secretary Datuk Seri Dr Salehuddin Ishak, along with other officers.

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KDYMM Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong hari ini menikmati santapan tengah hari KFC di bandar Temerloh selepas selesai menunaikan Solat Jumaat. Daulat Tuanku . His Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda The Yang di-Pertuan Agong enjoying lunch at KFC after Friday prayers. Daulat Tuanku

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The Agong’s presence definitely caught the fast food chain’s staff and other customers by surprise, especially when Al Sultan Abdullah waited in line to place his order. The post was also praised by Malaysian netizens, who were touched by how down-to-earth the Agong was.

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According to Harian Metro, Al Sultan Abdullah was with the Raja Permaisuri Agong, Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah earlier, visiting storm victims in Kampung Haji Ali, Temerloh. His Majesty reportedly donated money to the 74 families affected by the storm.

While Malaysia’s royalty does have to adhere to a lot of strict protocols, it’s nice to see them enjoying normal, everyday activities every once in a while!

Also read: A Military Man & A Sports Enthusiast, Here Are 5 Things You Need to Know About Our New Agong