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New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: 'Gantung' reboot impresses
REMAKES often disappoint viewers, especially those featuring iconic characters and actors. 'Gantung: Musketeer Code', fortunately, defies this trend. Based on the 2018 series 'Gantung' (adapted from Nadia Khan's novel), it largely retains its original protagonists. The replacement actor is just as good, if not more "macho" than his predecessor. Make no mistake, while Indonesian heart-throb Randy Pangalila did great as the moody young man Gibbs, his successor Ben Amir's growling voice adds a significantly more "jantan" feel, surpassing many A-list actors. 'Gantung: Musketeer Code' returns to an elite Kuala Lumpur school, where friends Gibbs (Ben Amir), Ray (Ikmal Amry), Troll (Hafreez Adam) and KJ (Brandon Salim) are under suspicion of causing the death of their schoolmate, Ratna (Gita Sucia). They are blamed by many for Ratna's suicide, especially since three of them (excluding Ray) were known to be at odds with her. However, there is more than meets the eye. Despite their common source, viewers can watch the movie independently of the series. Director Nadia's fresh approach tells the story mostly through flashbacks, seen from the perspective of a now-graduated and successful Ray. Ray takes viewers back to the tragic episode at his alma mater wit the help of Farah, who is Gibbs's former girlfriend and a passionate feminist despite her past relationship with a male chauvinist. This movie is the first of Nadia's three 'Gantung' novels, penned over a decade ago, clearly setting up sequels for Ray, Gibbs, KJ and Troll. Nadia's youth-oriented story, a blend of whodunit, horror, and teen soap opera, can be confusing due to its blurred lines between reality, and Ray and Farah's perceptions or past events. Both are traumatised by Ratna's death, with Ray still suffering hallucinations. Nonetheless, these "cool" plot twists enhance the movie's watchability. This time, Ikmal Amry, praised earlier this year for his villainous role in Syafiq Yusof's 'Soloz', plays a hero still grappling with anger and family issues. Such intense characters suit this young actor perfectly. The story effectively anchors itself in Ray's unwavering loyalty to his childhood and college friends, even when they break the law or harm others. Their mutual "Musketeer Code" means they always have each other's backs. Ray acts as their moral compass, constantly trying to stop Gibbs, Troll, and KJ from objectifying women or cyberbullying those who mock them online. Farah is an interesting character due to her contradictory lifestyle, and while Shazia Rozaini is convincing in the role, she needs to show more emotion as her acting can be stiff. The film features important cameos by household names like Datin Sofia Jane, Chew Kin Wah and Sangeeta Krishnasamy as college teachers; Bront Palarae as the deceased Ratna's brother demanding justice; and Amanda Ang as a concerned parent. Taufiq Hanafi returns to a sportsman role, a decade after his acclaimed portrayal of footballer Abu in 'Ola Bola The Movie' and 'Ola Bola The Musical'. Taufiq excels as Sofil, a brash, arrogant basketball player, proving his versatility with both villainous and comedic roles. 'Gantung' is not a simple narrative, rather it explores each character's individual story and personal demons. At its core, it delivers the timeless message of self-honesty and true friendship amidst life's challenges. Friendships will inevitably be tested and experience occasional conflicts, but time and truthfulness ultimately heal them. NOW SHOWING GANTUNG: MUSKETEER CODE DIRECTOR Nadia Khan STARRING Ikmal Amry, Ben Amir, Hafreez Adam, Brandon Salim, Shaziya Rozaini, Gita Sucia, Taufiq Hanafi, Nelissa Nizam, Bront Palarae, Datin Sofia Jane, Chew Kin Wah, Sangeeta Krishnasamy, Sharifah Sofia, Amanda Ang, Anas Ridzuan, Nadiya Nisaa and Siti Saleha Baharom RATING 16
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
KFC parent Yum Brands' finance chief Chris Turner to take over as CEO
Yum Brands said on Tuesday its finance chief Chris Turner will take over as its CEO from October 1, succeeding company veteran David Gibbs. The company had said in March Gibbs would retire in 2026 after about 37 years at the KFC and Taco Bell parent, during which he assumed several roles and became its top boss in 2020. Gibbs will remain at Yum Brands in an advisory capacity until the end of next year, the company said on Tuesday. Turner, who has been the company's CFO since 2019, has previously worked with packaged food giant PepsiCo and consulting firm McKinsey & Co. The duo helped digitize operations at the company, which included the launch of its artificial intelligence-driven restaurant technology platform to help with online orders, kitchen optimization, inventory and menu management. The restaurant operator said its digital channels grew to account for more than 50% of total sales during Gibbs' time as CEO. Yum's stock is up about 5% so far this year, and has risen 40.9% under Gibbs' tenure. The company's Taco Bell banner has bucked broader weakness in the restaurant industry for the past several quarters, helped by its value meals and the appeal of its Tex-Mex cuisine. Louisville, Kentucky-headquartered Yum Brands has about 61,000 restaurants globally, including Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, KFC and Habit Burger & Grill.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
KFC parent Yum Brands' finance chief Chris Turner to take over as CEO
Yum Brands said on Tuesday its finance chief Chris Turner will take over as its CEO from October 1, succeeding company veteran David Gibbs. The company had said in March Gibbs would retire in 2026 after about 37 years at the KFC and Taco Bell parent, during which he assumed several roles and became its top boss in 2020. Gibbs will remain at Yum Brands in an advisory capacity until the end of next year, the company said on Tuesday. Turner, who has been the company's CFO since 2019, has previously worked with packaged food giant PepsiCo and consulting firm McKinsey & Co. The duo helped digitize operations at the company, which included the launch of its artificial intelligence-driven restaurant technology platform to help with online orders, kitchen optimization, inventory and menu management. The restaurant operator said its digital channels grew to account for more than 50% of total sales during Gibbs' time as CEO. Yum's stock is up about 5% so far this year, and has risen 40.9% under Gibbs' tenure. The company's Taco Bell banner has bucked broader weakness in the restaurant industry for the past several quarters, helped by its value meals and the appeal of its Tex-Mex cuisine. Louisville, Kentucky-headquartered Yum Brands has about 61,000 restaurants globally, including Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, KFC and Habit Burger & Grill.
Business Wire
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Yum! Brands Appoints Chris Turner as Chief Executive Officer Effective October 1, 2025
LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) today announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously elected Chris Turner, 50, as Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2025. Turner, who currently serves as Chief Financial & Franchise Officer for Yum! Brands, will succeed current Chief Executive Officer David Gibbs, who, in March 2025, informed the Board of Directors of his intention to retire in the next year after 37 years with the Company and a successful tenure as CEO. 'I'm deeply honored to step into the role of CEO at Yum! Brands and incredibly grateful for the opportunity to lead this global company with such iconic brands,' said Turner. 'I want to sincerely thank David Gibbs for his exceptional leadership and partnership. I'm excited to build on all that we've accomplished together alongside our talented teams and in partnership with our franchisees around the world, as we innovate, grow our brands and continue delivering exceptional experiences for our consumers.' Turner has served as Yum! Brands' Chief Financial Officer since 2019 and expanded his role to include Chief Franchise Officer in 2024, with responsibilities for finance, corporate strategy, supply chain, franchise standards and support. In recent years, he has been instrumental in driving bold actions that leverage Yum!'s scale, such as accelerating the Company's digital and technology transformation through initiatives like the establishment of Byte by Yum!, an AI-driven restaurant technology platform; launching a centralized, global Supply Chain Center of Excellence; and the creation of Saucy by KFC, a bold new restaurant concept. He has worked closely with Gibbs and the entire Yum! Brands leadership team to drive growth through unit development, deliver strong shareholder returns and foster a people-first culture of collaboration. 'It has been the privilege of a lifetime to lead Yum! Brands and work with such passionate, talented people across our global system throughout my almost 37 years with the Company,' said Gibbs. 'I'm incredibly proud of what we've accomplished together and am confident that the best is yet to come. During my time partnering with Chris, he's demonstrated deep knowledge of our business, strong values and a clear commitment to our growth. I can't think of a better person to guide Yum! into its next chapter, and I look forward to supporting a smooth and successful transition.' Gibbs has served as Yum! Brands' CEO since January 2020. As CEO, Gibbs was instrumental in architecting and leading the Company's digital transformation and tripled the pace of Yum! Brands' annual net new unit development, leading to nearly 61,000 restaurant units worldwide. Gibbs also successfully navigated the Company through the COVID-19 pandemic and an increasingly complex operating environment, making Yum! a top performer in the restaurant industry. During Gibbs' tenure, digital sales surpassed $30 billion in 2024, with over 50% of sales through digital channels. Gibbs remains CEO until September 30, 2025, and will serve as an adviser to the Company until the end of 2026 to ensure a seamless transition. 'On behalf of the Board, I want to extend our deepest gratitude to David Gibbs for his outstanding visionary leadership, and the lasting impact he's made on Yum! Brands,' said Brian Cornell, Non-Executive Chairman of the Yum! Brands Board of Directors. 'David led the Company during unprecedented times all while strengthening, transforming and growing the business, with Chris as a key partner. During his tenure, Yum! delivered strong performance and advanced its growth strategy that has helped attract and retain the best talent in the industry. We are thrilled to appoint Chris as the next CEO — a proven leader with a deep understanding of the business, strategic expertise, financial acumen and unique perspectives that will help accelerate our growth. The Board is confident that Chris is the right leader to take Yum! Brands forward and accelerate the Company's momentum.' As Yum! Brands CEO, Turner will focus on executing Yum!'s mission of growing the most loved, trusted and connected restaurant brands globally. He will be responsible for driving the Company's Good Growth strategy, which includes ongoing digital initiatives, scaling bold innovation to power the Company's iconic brands and delivering long-term results. Turner's career has spanned leadership roles for major global brands like PepsiCo and its sub-brands. Prior to joining Yum! Brands, Turner led PepsiCo's retail and e-commerce business with Walmart in the U.S. and more than 25 countries, and across PepsiCo's brands in the beverage, snack and nutrition categories. He also spent more than 13 years with McKinsey & Co., where he served as Partner in the firm's Dallas office and led the Service Operations practice in North America, the Restaurant Service Line, the Retail Operations team and recruiting for all Southern U.S offices. About Yum! Brands Yum! Brands, Inc., based in Louisville, Kentucky, and its subsidiaries franchise or operate a system of nearly 61,000 restaurants in more than 155 countries and territories under the company's concepts – KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and Habit Burger & Grill. The Company's KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut brands are global leaders of the chicken, Mexican-inspired food and pizza categories, respectively. Habit Burger & Grill is a fast casual restaurant concept specializing in made-to-order chargrilled burgers, sandwiches and more. In 2024, Yum! was named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America, Newsweek's list of America's Most Responsible Companies, USA Today's America's Climate Leaders and 3BL's list of 100 Best Corporate Citizens. In 2025, the Company was recognized among TIME magazine's list of Best Companies for Future Leaders. In addition, KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut led Entrepreneur's Top Global Franchises 2024 list and were ranked in the first 25 of Entrepreneur's 2025 Franchise 500, with Taco Bell securing the No. 1 spot in North America for the fifth consecutive year.
The Age
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Age
Blues keep To'o in cotton wool after hamstring scare
Gibbs said even though the latest tendon injury was in the same left hamstring, the upper and lower part of the hamstring 'work independently of each other', and there was no risk of suffering further damage in the same leg. It was not the first time To'o has ignored pain to finish a game for the Panthers. He stayed on the field for six minutes with a hamstring injury against South Sydney at the start of the season, and has admitted that by doing so he made his injury worse. 'It's my fault, I should have come off straight away. I wanted to be out there with the brothers and help them out where I can,' To'o said before his club return. The Blues are backing To'o to not only play, but also get through the game unscathed, sparing Kiraz having to fly to the other side of the country to be on standby. To'o and fellow winger Zac Lomax have been outstanding over the past four games for NSW when charging the ball back early in the tackle count. After playing just one NRL game before Origin I, To'o ran for more than 200 metres and had more than 20 hit-ups at Suncorp Stadiums. But the Maroons did target his left wing, and had success a couple of times in the first half when To'o was forced to leap and spilled the high ball. To'o knows he needs to be better in that area at Perth's Optus Stadium, and given the headlines about his fitness, said he would be surprised if Queensland didn't try their luck against him again. 'It's a no-brainer for me. I knew they were always going to target me in game one, and all I can do is look forward to the challenge again – I love the pressure,' To'o said. 'It's my job to catch those high balls, and I'll be working on that.' Loading To'o was sin-binned for tackling Xavier Coates in the air right on half-time, and said it was agonising having to watch the start of the second half before he could return. Lomax asked coach Laurie Daley if he could switch sides and defend against Coates on the opposite side of the field before To'o returned. 'I did try to go for the ball, but we both came down safely, and that's all I cared about [at the time],' To'o said. 'Anything could have happened to start that second half. A lot goes through your mind. You kick yourself, but I'm really grateful the boys held out for 10 minutes.' Canterbury's Jacob Preston and 18th man Matt Burton joined the Blues in camp on Monday, with the team to round out their preparations at Tuesday's captain's run at Optus Stadium. Victory to NSW will seal their second straight series, and Daley's first since 2014.
