{
  "id": 18476421,
  "title": "Anwar joins Deepavali video in Rajinikanth-inspired appearance",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/anwar-joins-deepavali-video-in-rajinikanth-inspired-appearance",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-06T09:27:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/11/1572261/anwar-joins-deepavali-video-rajinikanth-inspired-appearance"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KUALA LUMPUR: A Deepavali video featuring Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and content creator Devaraj David has garnered significant attention on social media. In the clip titled \"Bila Mak Suruh Balik Kampung\" (When Mother Asks You to Return Home), Anwar encourages a young man to return to his hometown for the festival. Devaraj portrays the young man, making various excuses over the phone to avoid visiting his family, such as family disagreements and car troubles.\n\nAnwar appears in traditional attire and dons dark sunglasses, drawing inspiration from Indian cinema icon Rajinikanth. Upon stepping out of his vehicle, Anwar urges the young man to respect his mother and return home for Deepavali. After repairing the car, Anwar accompanies Devaraj on their journey. The duo later shares murukku in the car and wishes Malaysian citizens \"Deepavali Nalvazhthukkal\" (Happy Deepavali).\n\nSocial media users lauded Anwar for his participation in the video and the emphasis on family bonds during the festive season. Known for his passion for music and literature, Anwar is also recognized for his ability to recite popular Hindi songs.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: A Deepavali video featuring Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and content creator Devaraj David has been widely shared on social media.",
  "key_points": [
    "Anwar Ibrahim featured in Deepavali video with content creator Devaraj David",
    "Prime Minister dons Rajinikanth-inspired attire for the appearance",
    "Video emphasizes family bonds and respect for mother during festive season"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}