KUALA LUMPUR — Papa Zola The Movie is rewriting the history of Malaysian animation after amassing RM43 million in less than three weeks, reflecting overwhelming public support and strong family engagement nationwide.
According to director Nizam Abd Razak, the film successfully becomes a unifying experience for multiple generations, symbolizing togetherness during the school holiday season.
Astro Shaw’s executive producer Raja Jastina Raja Arshad noted that despite strong competition from global franchises currently screening, local productions continue to demonstrate their strength and relevance.
She credited the audience, media and cinemas for sustaining this momentum and hopes the film will continue to dominate heading into the year-end holidays.
With screenings expanding regionally and globally, Papa Zola The Movie is poised to continue elevating Malaysian animation on the world stage.