#SHOWBIZ: Action-packed, yet humanising story of tormented cop
WHEN an upright police officer finds himself in financial distress and also has a mission to infiltrate the criminal empire of a ruthless mafia boss, he is stuck in a most dangerous place.
Action-packed Malaysian movie Chelot, set for release on August 27, follows the story of Inspector Haqqim, an upright police officer struggling with financial hardship. Haqqim's mission is to infiltrate the criminal empire of a ruthless mafia boss, and he risks both his career and personal life in the process. Directed by Adrian Teh, the film showcases Shukri Yahaya's transformation from a villain in Blood Brothers: Bara Naga to a hero in Chelot.
Shukri, Shaheizy Sam, and Beto Kusyairy portray Haqqim, Datuk Bakri, and Azraf, respectively. The movie was filmed in various locations around the Klang Valley over two months prior to Ramadan, and it features intense action scenes, including a 1.9km-long sequence in the heart of Kuala Lumpur that made it to the Malaysia Book of Records.
The director emphasizes the humanizing aspect of Haqqim's character, who is driven by fear of disappointing his superiors and protecting his loved ones. Sam and Beto praised each other's commitment to their roles, describing them as perfectionists and helpful co-stars.
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