This New Local Movie About MMA Has Malaysians Buzzing Online

We had 'Polis Evo 2', a bonafide action movie. Then, we had 'Misteri Dilaila', a psychological thriller that made Malaysian box office history for having two different endings.

And who could forget 'PASKAL: The Movie', a film based on one of the world's most elite military units?

With the release of such great quality movies, the local film industry has come a long way.

And now, the release of a brand new local film has got the internet buzzing: 'Sangkar'.

'Sangkar' - a movie co-produced by four leading entertainment partners in Malaysia; Primeworks Studios, Astro Shaw, Infinitus Gold, and mm2 Entertainment - tells the story of the story of two MMA fighters, Adam and Johan, who get into a fight outside the ring, resulting in Johan getting seriously injured.

Filled with guilt, Adam attempts to redeem himself by resorting to underground fights for monetary gains, which he chooses to share with Johan's family.

On the other hand, Johan faces his own struggles and continues to fight for his health for the sake of his family.

The movie boasts an all-star cast of Zul Ariffin, Remy Ishak and Mira Filzah, as well as several pro MMA fighters such as James “Sledgehammer” McSweeney, Saiful Merican and Peter Hugh Davis.

With the big names attached to the film, plus the fact that 'Sangkar' is Malaysia's first ever MMA film, it's no doubt that expectations are high for the movie.

And judging by how Malaysians have reacted on social media, we believe 'Sangkar' will turn into yet another hit:

This is my 3rd times. Why? Because i love this film so much and this film will be the best film of 2019. No doubt. BOOM!!! ???#SangkarMovie pic.twitter.com/3PvILIuIgZ

— Naz (@nazrironaldo7) September 1, 2019

Sangkar movie was so ??? Love the bromance between adam and johan ?? !! aa ?#SangkarMovie

— (⌒▽⌒) ♡ (@ainawyd) August 31, 2019

#SangkarMovie is the best Malaysia movie for 2019 so far.Love the bromance between #ZulAriffin and #RemyIshak ! pic.twitter.com/Gl4J4ZHcVI

— M-H-A-H (@_emint_) August 31, 2019

I give 10/10 for this film #SangkarMovie

— Ahmad Shakir (@AhmadSh61505051) August 31, 2019

#SangkarMovie rating 9/10!!!! What a movie!!!

— ✌️? (@mfitri_danial) August 30, 2019

Even my kids age 6 to 15 years old enjoy watching #SangkarMovie . I might intend to watch for a 2nd time! ?? I support Msia film product, good job to the whole Sangkar team. Boom!!! ? lots of ❤ fm SG.

— ساريمة يوسف (@ibuof4) August 31, 2019

One of the best film i've watched . Srs tk menyesal tengok and will repeat it againnnnn ✊?? #SangkarMovie @MFMiraFilzah @zul_ariffin86 @remy_ishak

— خاي ? (@khaiimuhammad) August 31, 2019

SANGKAR IS THE BEST MOVIE EVER ? I SUGGEST YOU GUYS GO AND WATCH THE MOVIEEEE ?❤ I PROMISE YOU GUYS TAKKAN MENYESAL !! TRUST MEEEEE @MFMiraFilzah #SangkarMovie pic.twitter.com/gvSAPMEvJz

— princessé (@pnralyaablqs) September 1, 2019

#SangkarMovie was lit! 10/10?

— Beyunce (@nnrulainsolehah) September 2, 2019

#SangkarMovie YAHHH YOU SHOULD WATCH1000/10

— Haziqburn.. (@haziqburn) September 2, 2019

'Sangkar' is now showing in cinemas nationwide, so if you haven't seen it yet, what are you waiting for?

Go grab some buddies and watch two very fit men with serious abs kick some serious butts.

You can also check out the trailer below to see if it lives up to the hype: