Abang Adik

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From Sundance to Golden Horse: The Rise of Abang Adik

Abang Adik - Golden Horse Awards - Maryam Keshavarz - Sundance Film Festival - The Persian Version - Wu Kang-jen

Discover the captivating journey of The Persian Version and Abang Adik in the film industry!

The film industry recently witnessed the remarkable success of two notable productions - *The Persian Version* and *Abang Adik*. *The Persian Version*, crafted by Iranian-American director Maryam Keshavarz, clinched an esteemed award at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival, showcasing the director's talent and creativity. Amidst the glitz and glamour, Taiwanese actor Wu Kang-jen soared to new heights with his role in *Abang Adik*, a Malaysian movie. Wu, the Golden Horse Best Actor winner, portrayed a character who is deaf and mute, earning praise for his portrayal and dedication. The convergence of diverse talents and stories in these films has captivated audiences worldwide, elevating the status of both works in the industry.

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Film picks: The Persian Version, The Holdovers and Abang Adik (The Straits Times)

Iranian-American director Maryam Keshavarz's The Persian Version won a Sundance Film Festival award. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Taiwanese actor Wu Kang-jen glad to get scolded filming Abang Adik (The Straits Times)

The Golden Horse Best Actor winner plays a man who is deaf and mute in the Malaysian movie. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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