FINAS must play bigger role in protecting wellbeing of film industry players - Annuar
11,460 workers of production companies will receive Socso's Self-Employment Social Security Scheme protection.
Wed Sep 08 2021
Production companies reminded filming not allowed under MCO - Finas
Dr Ahmad Idham Ahmad Nadzri said this is to avoid getting into any difficulties as filming is not allowed in areas under MCO.
Wed Jan 20 2021
Reduce bureaucracy, dont lose out on young talent - Saifuddin
Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah is of the view that bureaucratic problems need to be reduced so that the country does not lose young talent with the potential to excel in various fields.
Sat Sep 26 2020
Production companies found abusing PELAKSANA grants risk revocation
Film production firms found to be abusing grants obtained through the Creative Industry Immediate Economic Action Plan (Pelaksana) face the risk of having the incentive revoked.
Tue Aug 18 2020
Finas disappointed with e-commerce platform selling pirated films, 'Keluarga Iskandar' among the victims
The National Film Development Corporation (Finas) is conducting an investigation into the sale of pirated local films on e-commerce platforms.
Mon Aug 03 2020
Creative industry to be given focus in proposed amendments to Finas Act
Ahmad Idham said that efforts to improve the law have been part of the main agenda of Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah since helming the ministry.
Sat Jul 25 2020
Ahmad Idham's movies for simultaneous screening in Malaysia, Singapore
Ahmad Idham has forged an agreement to enable his movies to be screened in Singapore and Malaysia at the same time.
Fri Nov 07 2014
Poll: Do movie review writers influence the choice of movie-goers?
AstroAWANI.com would like you to share your thoughts on the influence that film critics have on viewers or the general public.
Sun Feb 02 2014
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024