As we’re entering 2025, some audiences cannot stop applauding the improved quality of local films, while others continue to spot flaws in Malaysian movies.

Malaysian YouTubers, widely known as Dissy, recently announced their big screen debut – Close Your Kopitiam, which is slated for release on Chinese New Year 2025 on January 29. Dissy has been around for many years, and at the time of writing, the group has gained a massive 757,000 faithful subscribers on YouTube alone.

In case you are not aware, Dissy is known for highlighting viral issues through parodies and making hilarious content. So, what will Close Your Kopitiam highlight on the big screen?

According to the description on TGV Cinema’s official website, the CNY movie highlights a struggling family business that thrived in the past, but circumstances have changed due to poor management of the Kopitiam, and the matter escalated when the Kopitiam gets into a crisis with an influencer.

In a report by the New Straits Times, the man who helmed Close Your Kopitiam, Vince Chong, described what audiences can expect from the movie.

“It’s a lighthearted comedy perfect for Chinese New Year, weaving together two central themes that resonate deeply with Malaysian culture – food and family.”

The movie will also feature a talent from a popular Singaporean actor, Mark Lee, who is no stranger to the Malaysian film industry. Mark is widely known for his roles in the Money No Enough series.

“How do you know it’s bad when it’s not released yet?”

Despite being marketed as a film that awaits the audiences with laughter, chaos, and surprises, Malaysian social media users are divided on the film that has yet to debut on the big screen, with some citing the popularity of the actors, while others continue to show support in local productions.

“I’ll watch it because I’m giving them a chance.”

“Appreciate life and avoid trashy films. Amitabha.”

“Malaysia is such a unique country. Anyone can make movies now. I would rather pay the same price for a Hong Kong film with quality.”

“CNY movies are often bad, if you know it, then you know it.”

“Honestly, how do you guys know the film is bad?”

“I’m so glad to see everyone criticising this film.”

“You guys are criticising this movie before it comes out.”

“Do you think this is a blockbuster? It’s screening on January 29, but you’re promoting it now.”

“It’s a CNY movie; it’s meant to be funny and light-hearted. If you don’t think it’s worth it, then don’t watch it. You keep criticising the movie, don’t you think you look like a comedy yourself?”

To all the movie enthusiasts, will you be showing your support? What was the best local movie you have watched so far?

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