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New Straits Times
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Hit films run in Yusof Haslam's family [WATCH]
DATUK Yusof Haslam and his sons, Syamsul and Syafiq, could be known as Malaysia's First Family of Film. Yusof is known for his box-office toppers like the "Sembilu" film series, and police-procedural drama "Gerak Khas". Syamsul directed " Mat Kilau", "Evolusi KL Drift", "KL Gangster" and "Munafiq", and Syafiq has been riding high with "Sheriff", "Soloz" and "Blood Brothers". We caught up with Yusof and Syafiq, the younger of his two sons, in Taman Melawati, Hulu Klang, Selangor, in conjunction with Fathers Day. Syafiq: "While Fathers Day is international, every day is Fathers Day for me," Syafiq, 32, initially had no ambition to follow in his father's footsteps. "While in school, I liked skateboarding and wanted to excel in it. "After my Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia, , my father advised me to study film. "I watched my brother's films and found that his first film, 'Evolusi KL Drift', was really good, and different from the rest." Syafiq added: "There were fewer action films at that time, and that made Syamsul a groundbreaker. "I also watched my father's films and liked 'Gerak Khas The Movie'. At that time, action movies were rare, and teenagers in the 2000s loved them." Syafiq did not see much of his father's old movies, though. "As a kid I starred in my father's films like 'Maria Mariana'. "I was also in 'Roda-Roda KL' when I was in Form Four and Form Five." Syafiq, who also starred in 'Evolusi KL Drift The Series', said acting was not easy. "You have to take care of your body and appearance. I feel uncomfortable because I often eat at eateries". He has been following his father's films and dramas since his schooldays and often accompanied his father to film sets. "'Sembilu' and 'Gerak Khas' were shot in my house. I often saw my dad's filming process, and he introduced me to the crew." Syafiq said Syamsul was initially interested in film, and made short films that he appeared in. "I took a film course at KL Multimedia University in 2011 but did not complete it. I dropped out after a year, because my father wanted me to focus on movie making." Syafiq fell in love with the "Gerak Khas" series and films as he loves action movies. "What I love most about my father's films is that they are multiracial and reflect the spirit of 'Bangsa Malaysia'". When Syafiq first told Yusof about his interest in making movies, the founder of Skop Productions was delighted his son wanted to "join the club". He advised Syafiq to pursue a film degree like his elder brother. Was Yusof a "terrifying dad"? "He is serious at work, but a loving father." Syafiq said he was closer to his mother during his schooldays but bonded with his father during holidays. "Dad and I are a lot closer now. He encouraged me to mix with more people as it helps expand my career." Yusof also emphasised neatness, punctuality and hard work, he added. "Dad may look serious, but at heart he is talkative and friendly. I was never scared of him." Yusof also encouraged Syafiq to do well in school, and while Syafiq said that he was an "okay" student, he scored 5As in his SPM. "While my dad is my constructive critic, he is never harsh in his criticism. In fact, he is very supportive and gives me lots of tips." Yusof said he was very happy with Syafiq's achievements: "He exceeded my expectations. "My advice: A story must be come from the heart. That is what viewers want." Yusof said that Syafiq has a vision, that is, to be different from his father. "It is good that he is not a copier. He steps out outside his comfort zone. This is evident in 'Desolasi', which is out of the ordinary." Yusof lists Syafiq's films "Saya Amat Mencintaimu (SAM)", "Desolasi", the "Abang Long Fadil" films and "Sheriff" as his favourites. "He is very meticulous. That's why his films do well,. "Best of all, I did not encourage him to be a filmmaker. It was his own decision." Yusof said that Syafiq's decision to become a filmmaker came at a time when local films were "not doing well". "I told him originality could make a difference," said Yusof, whose "Gerak Khas" series also spawned a spin-off by Syafiq titled "Gerak Khas Undercover". Yusof describes Syafiq's movies as "urban" while Syamsul's movies are more "commercial". "My elder son loves to act and sing. Syafiq prefers to work behind the camera, but he did appear in a few of my movies and series. "My favourite memory of him in my movies is a deleted scene: He was a baby being carried by one of the supporting actresses." Previous Next
Barnama
13-06-2025
- General
- Barnama
PTRS Reduces Students At Risk Of Failing SPM To 700 In Selangor -- Amirudin
BANGI, June 13 (Bernama) -- The Selangor People's Tuition Programme (PTRS) has recorded a proud success when the number of Form Four students identified as having the potential to fail the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) in Selangor dropped to only about 700 this year. Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the figure showed a significant decrease compared to 14,000 students in 2018 and around 2,000 last year. "This success is the result of the intervention and also the very precise collaboration between the State Education Department, state agencies and the state government as a whole," he said at a press conference after launching the 'Program Tekad Pendidikan Kita Selangor 2025' here today. To expand the benefits of the programme, Amirudin said the state government would increase its allocation of RM1 million this year to enable between 20,000 to 30,000 Form Four and Five students to join PTRS. Meanwhile, he said that the Selangor Foundation is now responsible for coordinating the entire education ecosystem in the state, covering primary, secondary and higher education. Amirudin said the move is part of the restructuring of the state education system ahead of Selangor Budget 2026 on the findings of the State Education and Higher Education Standing Committee meeting. "We are examining the entire education ecosystem by identifying existing agencies and units in implementing the state's education programmes in an integrated manner," he said. According to him, 2026 Budget will focus on raising student interest in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields as well as strengthening intervention programmes to reduce students at risk of failing the SPM. Apart from formal education, the state government also pays attention to the development of students' personalities through extra-curricular programmes such as field trips and foster schools.
The Sun
13-06-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
PTRS reduces students at RI8K of failing SPM to 700 in Selangor
BANGI: The Selangor People's Tuition Programme (PTRS) has recorded a proud success when the number of Form Four students identified as having the potential to fail the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) in Selangor dropped to only about 700 this year. Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the figure showed a significant decrease compared to 14,000 students in 2018 and around 2,000 last year. 'This success is the result of the intervention and also the very precise collaboration between the State Education Department, state agencies and the state government as a whole,' he said at a press conference after launching the 'Program Tekad Pendidikan Kita Selangor 2025' here today. To expand the benefits of the programme, Amirudin said the state government would increase its allocation of RM1 million this year to enable between 20,000 to 30,000 Form Four and Five students to join PTRS. Meanwhile, he said that the Selangor Foundation is now responsible for coordinating the entire education ecosystem in the state, covering primary, secondary and higher education. Amirudin said the move is part of the restructuring of the state education system ahead of Selangor Budget 2026 on the findings of the State Education and Higher Education Standing Committee meeting. 'We are examining the entire education ecosystem by identifying existing agencies and units in implementing the state's education programmes in an integrated manner,' he said. According to him, 2026 Budget will focus on raising student interest in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields as well as strengthening intervention programmes to reduce students at risk of failing the SPM. Apart from formal education, the state government also pays attention to the development of students' personalities through extra-curricular programmes such as field trips and foster schools. 'These aspects are seen as a whole, not just through formal programmes and activities such as education and teaching, but rather extra-curricular programmes,' he said. At today's event, Amirudin also launched the new PTRS 2025 module and the Didik Kasih (PDK) programme, a special initiative for primary school students who have literacy and numeracy problems.
The Sun
13-06-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Selangor PTRS Slashes At-Risk SPM Students to 700 in 2025
BANGI: The Selangor People's Tuition Programme (PTRS) has recorded a proud success when the number of Form Four students identified as having the potential to fail the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) in Selangor dropped to only about 700 this year. Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the figure showed a significant decrease compared to 14,000 students in 2018 and around 2,000 last year. 'This success is the result of the intervention and also the very precise collaboration between the State Education Department, state agencies and the state government as a whole,' he said at a press conference after launching the 'Program Tekad Pendidikan Kita Selangor 2025' here today. To expand the benefits of the programme, Amirudin said the state government would increase its allocation of RM1 million this year to enable between 20,000 to 30,000 Form Four and Five students to join PTRS. Meanwhile, he said that the Selangor Foundation is now responsible for coordinating the entire education ecosystem in the state, covering primary, secondary and higher education. Amirudin said the move is part of the restructuring of the state education system ahead of Selangor Budget 2026 on the findings of the State Education and Higher Education Standing Committee meeting. 'We are examining the entire education ecosystem by identifying existing agencies and units in implementing the state's education programmes in an integrated manner,' he said. According to him, 2026 Budget will focus on raising student interest in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields as well as strengthening intervention programmes to reduce students at risk of failing the SPM. Apart from formal education, the state government also pays attention to the development of students' personalities through extra-curricular programmes such as field trips and foster schools. 'These aspects are seen as a whole, not just through formal programmes and activities such as education and teaching, but rather extra-curricular programmes,' he said. At today's event, Amirudin also launched the new PTRS 2025 module and the Didik Kasih (PDK) programme, a special initiative for primary school students who have literacy and numeracy problems.
New Straits Times
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Hit films run in Yusof Haslam's family
DATUK Yusof Haslam and his sons, Syamsul and Syafiq, could be known as Malaysia's First Family of Film. Yusof is known for his box-office toppers like the "Sembilu" film series, and police-procedural drama "Gerak Khas". Syamsul directed " Mat Kilau", "Evolusi KL Drift", "KL Gangster" and "Munafiq", and Syafiq has been riding high with "Sheriff", "Soloz" and "Blood Brothers". BABY We caught up with Yusof and Syafiq, the younger of his two sons, in Taman Melawati, Hulu Klang, Selangor, in conjunction with Fathers Day. Syafiq: "While Fathers Day is international, every day is Fathers Day for me," EXCEL Syafiq, 32, initially had no ambition to follow in his father's footsteps. "While in school, I liked skateboarding and wanted to excel in it. "After my Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia, , my father advised me to study film. "I watched my brother's films and found that his first film, 'Evolusi KL Drift', was really good, and different from the rest." ACTION Syafiq added: "There were fewer action films at that time, and that made Syamsul a groundbreaker. "I also watched my father's films and liked 'Gerak Khas The Movie'. At that time, action movies were rare, and teenagers in the 2000s loved them." Syafiq did not see much of his father's old movies, though. "As a kid I starred in my father's films like 'Maria Mariana'. "I was also in 'Roda-Roda KL' when I was in Form Four and Form Five." BODY Syafiq, who also starred in 'Evolusi KL Drift The Series', said acting was not easy. "You have to take care of your body and appearance. I feel uncomfortable because I often eat at eateries". He has been following his father's films and dramas since his schooldays and often accompanied his father to film sets. "'Sembilu' and 'Gerak Khas' were shot in my house. I often saw my dad's filming process, and he introduced me to the crew." SHORTS Syafiq said Syamsul was initially interested in film, and made short films that he appeared in. "I took a film course at KL Multimedia University in 2011 but did not complete it. I dropped out after a year, because my father wanted me to focus on movie making." Syafiq fell in love with the "Gerak Khas" series and films as he loves action movies. "What I love most about my father's films is that they are multiracial and reflect the spirit of 'Bangsa Malaysia'". CLUB When Syafiq first told Yusof about his interest in making movies, the founder of Skop Productions was delighted his son wanted to "join the club". He advised Syafiq to pursue a film degree like his elder brother. Was Yusof a "terrifying dad"? "He is serious at work, but a loving father." HOLIDAYS Syafiq said he was closer to his mother during his schooldays but bonded with his father during holidays. "Dad and I are a lot closer now. He encouraged me to mix with more people as it helps expand my career." Yusof also emphasised neatness, punctuality and hard work, he added. "Dad may look serious, but at heart he is talkative and friendly. I was never scared of him." SPM Yusof also encouraged Syafiq to do well in school, and while Syafiq said that he was an "okay" student, he scored 5As in his SPM. "While my dad is my constructive critic, he is never harsh in his criticism. In fact, he is very supportive and gives me lots of tips." HAPPY Yusof said he was very happy with Syafiq's achievements: "He exceeded my expectations. "My advice: A story must be come from the heart. That is what viewers want." Yusof said that Syafiq has a vision, that is, to be different from his father. "It is good that he is not a copier. He steps out outside his comfort zone. This is evident in 'Desolasi', which is out of the ordinary." SAM Yusof lists Syafiq's films "Saya Amat Mencintaimu (SAM)", "Desolasi", the "Abang Long Fadil" films and "Sheriff" as his favourites. "He is very meticulous. That's why his films do well,. "Best of all, I did not encourage him to be a filmmaker. It was his own decision." ORIGINAL Yusof said that Syafiq's decision to become a filmmaker came at a time when local films were "not doing well". "I told him originality could make a difference," said Yusof, whose "Gerak Khas" series also spawned a spin-off by Syafiq titled "Gerak Khas Undercover". Yusof describes Syafiq's movies as "urban" while Syamsul's movies are more "commercial". "My elder son loves to act and sing. Syafiq prefers to work behind the camera, but he did appear in a few of my movies and series. "My favourite memory of him in my movies is a deleted scene: He was a baby being carried by one of the supporting actresses."
